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Rodeos and Rancheros Life on California Estudillo Ranch
The Estudillo rancho near San Leandro showcases annual rodeos central to ranchero life in Alta California. Vaqueros, Indian ropers, and families organize roundups, branding, and slaughter of yearlings while courts and jueces enforce range rules. The Central adobe houses a large family and numerous workshops from leatherwork to weaving, with a full community supporting cattle, hides, and trade.
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Estudillo
Alta California
Alasia
Guillermo
Castro
Brancisco Soto
Pedro
Amador
Moraga
Per
Hood
Joey
Orj
Ranehero
Ranrha
Monterey
Venta
Ametivood
San Leandro
Sycamore
Alhide