WILDORADO (2019) - an I Am Angus Documentary (HD)

[@AngusAssoc]

Did you have a mentor that set you on your path? Let us know in the comments! We'd love to hear your story!

[@harrytouloumis3647]

Some impressive young women and young men. Need more programs and teachers like that.

[@AngusAssoc]

We absolutely agree! Thanks Harry!

[@hankclingingsmith8707]

THINGS LIKE THIS IS WHAT WILL SAVE THE TRADITIONS, AND PEOPLE OF AMERICA. GOD BLESS THE USA.

[@butterbean4195]

man oh man I wish there where way more schools like this. in alll parts of America and the world. this is real life lessons.

[@gtoal3891]

Butter Bean hey you the butter bean the great fighter ???

[@butterbean4195]

better not be aint he dead? lol nope that was/is my cb handle way before BB the fighter

[@ronmeier8850]

@@butterbean4195 now that is funny! Yeah he is dead so I think he might be someone else??

[@nikkispethman5043]

Anyone else cry??? A teacher who believes in his students, wants to pass something down to them!!! All the notes.... There are not many teachers like this in the world, but when you do have one, they leave a lasting impression on your life and you NEVER forget them!!! Proud of these young men and women!!! You all will do great things and accomplish anything you put your mind too!

[@josephwinkler4863]

Sure I did when that little girl from the city flanked that calf

[@bruceblakeley9907]

What a inspiration! The fact it wasn’t a wonderful once upon a time story 20-40-60 years ago..... but just this last year! To think what started as an idea or vision....with prayer and perseverance ....... the vision became a reality!! Such a lesson for us all in this inspiring story! Sounds like GOD is blessing Wildorado!!

[@EmbracingTheWest]

These kids, or should I say young adults, are an inspiration to all Americans!

[@johngatley1470]

As an Australian and seeing how towns all over the world are dying I tip my hat to you sir and those amazing young adults well done

[@mikecowan8762]

Building Stockman....This Is Texas...Without These...We Got Nothing.!!! God Bless...And Good Luck.!

[@AngusAssoc]

The kind of grit and tenacity that built this country!

[@calvary1808farm]

We need more of this in our schools! Amazing effort from our next generation!

[@jasonshoup2658]

My hats off to you all! What an awesome and inspiring story! I'm a college welding instructor and love nothing more than seeing youth kicking ass at something they enjoy! Keep up the good work Mr. Bonds! Way to go!

[@AngusAssoc]

Couldn't agree more Jason! We need more programs like this in ALL industries. We're so proud to see this example set by hard working Angus ranchers (of all ages)!

[@davidbrowder1836]

Cody Bonds was a student at ENMU and on our rodeo team there that I coached. His character and attitude were very apparent right from the start. He would be the first to tell you he wasnt a very good bronc rider but he never quit and became a very good one. I am glad these kids are getting the great experiences that they are and their leader is a very special person!

[@TovHenderson]

This is great, and is exactly what this generation needs to keep the tradition not only going, but doing more than the previous generation who did what their dads and granddads did, simply because that's what their parents did before them. It's inspiring to see kids investing their souls into ag, and making it work.

[@adamkruskama8455]

Teaching kids business and how to be entrepreneurs... I actively farm and could have used a teacher like this when I was in Highschool.

[@chil5150]

You couldn't script a more heart warming and inspiring story, totally awesome.

[@AngusAssoc]

Thanks so much Chris. We hope that inspiration continues to be contagious.

[@kellac]

We learned about Wildorado Cattle Co. via Texas Country Report. Coach Bonds leadership, the kids hard work, and the community support is what America is all about. The impact of this initial project will be felt for years.

[@gitwestern9017]

I know alot of these kids, parents. This the future of America's food chains. I know there are several of these kids that could be my boss. This program is building character and skills way beyond cattle raising...What a well done video...

[@jaysnowden2]

This needs to be seen by school administrations everywhere. Real lessons that apply to the real world.

[@AngusAssoc]

Thanks J.C. We hope more people follow their lead!

[@directpressure3026]

Life lessons learned in school.....imagine that! Bless y'alls hearts!! Wildorado: Building community leaders & pillars of society.

[@AngusAssoc]

Couldn't agree more!

[@dannybrazil3986]

You can't put a price on life lessons what these young people learned is priceless like teamwork, trust, fear, respect ,perseverance ,doubt, honor, loyalty,confidence to forge ahead and dig deeper, that hard work pays off, success, gratitude,taking on challenges ,and things like I didn't know I had it in me. These are things you can't buy or wish it has to be lived . Find something you enjoy doing and you wont have to work a day in your life . Bravo zulu my hats off well done

[@hankclingingsmith8707]

CHARACTER !!!, NEED MORE IN AMERICA. GOOD PEOPLE WITH VALUES.

[@v01.]

Thank you. Greetings from Serbia.

[@AngusAssoc]

HELLO THERE! What did you think of the film?

[@sklosct7416]

How I just saw this and watched it I don't know but I am blown away at the dedication, teamwork and love y'all showed each other. Collective you were able to get things done that were bigger than one student, administrator, and one hell of a Cowboy. Congratulations and lets see the follow-up!

[@HP-ov7ol]

What a great experience for those kids!

[@paulbeland2953]

What great values you have brought into these kids lives. Mr. Bond they will never forget you and if I make it to Texas I will try to visit this town you all are putting on the map. Great job!

[@codyfern7976]

Awesome! Those kids will always remember the stuff they did and learned as a class and all the hands on work.

[@tommorgan5826]

A truly awesome documentary! As a proud American my hats off to each and every one of these amazing young men and women. They took an idea pitched by one young man and created a cattle company. God bless you all!

[@AngusAssoc]

Thanks Tom! Amazing young people. They're leading the way!

[@bottlestudios1858]

Wow... from Boston and know nothing about ag... this popped up so I started watching and was amazed by these kids, Cody and the support around them! Amazing work!

[@liamrooney5133]

What an incredible program. And a ray of hope for all the dying towns and communities throughout America's heartland.

[@donmarion8808]

I'm a day late and a dollar short! Awesome job, I hope the future kids are still doing this. I love the way God is mentioned and relied upon.

[@barrelhorses3271]

What a legacy! Well done Bonds!

[@johnmorris7960]

This is a great story and there needs to be more programs and teachers like this in this country.

[@keithmartin1627]

I’m lucky enough to live in Spencer County Kentucky and we’ve been blessed with a great Ag teacher. We’ve won several back to back to back dairy judging contest at thr National level. Yes it makes a difference.

[@shanemullen7470]

viewing in 2021,more of this...there is hope for us,God bless America & all of you!

[@jeffhartson9203]

WOW !!! I am totally blown away. What a role model and life changer. These young adults have learned one of the greatest gifts this life can offer. This is what life is all about. GOD is sooo good !!! I was an "aggie" in college. Best life I had was learning what these young adults showed us today .Before they started , sure they were " kids" but now they are ready to carry on the traditions they were taught. about in cattle and marketing.

[@AngusAssoc]

Absolutely Jeff! We have young people in this country ready to move us forward. Such an encouragement!

[@kenziebanner8576]

This made me tear up seeing these kids put their heart and soul into such a hard industry and never give up and pushed through, personally proud of those young kids. World is gonna need more of them hard headed, strong willed young kids to lead on the future!

[@AngusAssoc]

Thanks for watching!

[@Horsewithnoname88]

Its amazing the capabilities kids have when they’re given a canvas to show it. It’s a shame public schools not only don’t offer much but actively suppress the potential kids have. With that said the good news is it just takes 1 person and hard work to make something beautiful like this. Great job kids and God bless!

[@SimonZimmermann82]

I love the internet for documentaries like this. Cheers from Germany

[@markjessicasprague5468]

This is the best documetary in forever!!!

[@AngusAssoc]

Thanks Mark & Jessica Sprague! We are so so glad you enjoyed it. We're happy to be sharing good stories about our people! Be sure to subscribe to see more great content like this. 🙂

[@zaviahopethomas-woundedsou9848]

I love seeing Teens empowered with learning what they can do!

[@davidgregerson600]

WOW, how great is that! We need more of this in schools. The kids worked for something and gained so much experience that they can take with them into life. Congrats to everyone that was involved in making the project a success.

[@pimbobar44]

im from spain and watching this documentary is truly fascinating.

[@AngusAssoc]

So glad you enjoyed it Emilio! Have you ever been to the US?

[@donaldburnette1760]

My great grandmother and her family moved to wildorado in 1906, they were poor dirt farmers, My great grandmother had 14 kids without a doctor or any medical assistance, they were forced out during the dust bowl times. they were the Hammer family, still have cousins living in vega tx and amarillo I am in the process of returning to Texas and will spend the rest of my life in terxas.

[@AngusAssoc]

WOW! Thanks for sharing your story Donald! Are you moving back to Wildorado?

[@nancyk3615]

I wish I could've gone to a school like yours! I'm about 45 years late. Actually I was blessed to have attended an excellent school in the panhandle with a great ag program, I was in co-op ag because I was horsecrazy, and thought it could be a way for me to be involved with horses somehow. My dear ag teacher actually was encouraging and didn't ridicule my dream. He has graduated to Heaven, but Mr. Wilks was such a good teacher and really invested his heart into teaching the kids. If he was here today, I bet he would embrace your program and emulate it here. Thank you for for following your dream.

[@PaulSmith-wo9ne]

So Glad I could be of help with the first auction and make it a success for such a great idea !!!!!! Good job to all the young men and women !!!!

[@JohnVanRuiten]

Wow! That's all I can say is wow. What a great story. What an amazing guy this teacher is, and all the kids. Wish I'd had that when I was a kid. And I was a city kid.

[@AngusAssoc]

Thanks so much, John! Rural America is full of these unsung heroes. Here are a few more of those stories from the Angus world if you're interested! kzbin.info/aero/PLB6gtLnbxirDRKgAfotqzDfH762RWjUVp Have a blessed day.

[@IcamanSogge]

Wow this is what we all need. Our smaller communities are falling and I'm so proud of you all for your courage and strength too do this. Great teamwork and continue on in your journey as young adults. Stay positive and move forward. Good luck. Thank you very heartwarming .

[@mtngrl88]

Love this! My high school in FL had a graphic arts business. We did photography, logos, vinyl decals and t-shirts. We learned so much and it definitely set us up for our future. Thank you, Mr. Barlow and NCTHS!

[@patricksmith3135]

I was spell bound watching this documentary. Congratulations to all the men and women and high schoolers who made this possible.

[@frankchagnon1685]

So proud of them all

[@chrisrutter4668]

Great job, Coach Bonds! Challenge kids , out of their comfort zone, and you build great young people!

[@danielparent4843]

I’m very proud of you Cody

[@dylonhoff1489]

we need a lot more of this in are society today, well done and much respect.

[@olcowcatcher671]

This is unbelievable these kids are amazing they dun a fine job but don’t leave out their teacher and parents great job you should be proud

[@AngusAssoc]

Absolutely! Its amazing what a community can do when they band together!

[@stevewilson1388]

Truly encouraging and amazing to see these young people learning lessons for life! I've spent lots of time in Amarillo through the years for company business and have seen this community that looked to be deserted and ready to blow away. What a recovery, stoked by a vision shared by a real "teacher" and young adults willing to work hard, work together, listen and learn. You can forget your "generation this or that labels", these are citizens who are making a difference and make the future of our country look brighter! (Hats off to the consignors and buyers as well for placing their confidence in these outstanding young folks.)

[@AngusAssoc]

Thanks Steve! Such kind and wise words. Appreciate you.

[@davidhickmon2182]

What a great Teacher and your young Woman and Men are the best Partners you could ever have. I wish the inter city kids could do something like this .

[@martinramirez8839]

loved this documentary, should be shown in all schools .

[@marklumley619]

There is no better education than a hands on application. I’m a retired school teacher and a former school board chairman and I had pushed for learning like this where the students design a project that encompasses the major parts of education (math, English, science, history) put it all together into a workable model. I was met with resistance everywhere I went as too many people think that teaching has to be one class at a time in a classroom with standardized tests at the end. I the 1700s a person would get an elementary education and then apprentice themselves to a tradesman for several years in order to learn a trade. Why did that have to end in favor of class after class that bored 50% of the students causing millions of young people to just give up on education? This style of learning could change the failure rate dramatically!!

[@hunterpetty1178]

Wow...that’s an understatement. This is really inspiring, from nothing to everything, that’s amazing!! Our world needs more chapters like this and more ag teachers like Mr. Bonds. Keep up the great work, I would love to have the opportunity to be apart of a ffa chapter ran cattle company.

[@AngusAssoc]

Thanks Hunter! We couldn’t agree more.

[@victorrivera1921]

I just wanna say how amazing this is!! I wish I had a school like this when I was growing up. I am 24 years old and I am trying to achieve what these much younger kids have already done. Thank you for this inspirational video and keep up the good work.

[@Gio_545]

Even after high school I still feel like I have to call him Mr.Bonds anyway he’s a great guy very funny extremely talented and one heck of a teacher. I just wish he didn’t leave my old school but he’s off doing better things.

[@preechatrak]

this hits close to home. literally. i live in Amarillo and recognized the voice of the TV anchor within the first minute of the video LOL

[@AngusAssoc]

HA! That's amazing. Did you enjoy the video?

[@famousdex7327]

I've passed through this town plenty of times headed to new Mexico ,this was a wonderful documentary

[@darinbennett3638]

Great documentary showing the determination and forward thinking teacher who absolutely changed the lives of those kids and many kids who will follow in their footsteps. I would enjoy hearing where these kids are today and how that class changed their lives. An inspiration for all of us!

[@AngusAssoc]

We are so glad you enjoyed it Darin. These kids really are amazing. You can follow up with more info about them and their program at www.wildoradocattleco.com/

[@darinbennett3638]

@@AngusAssoc thanks for the info on their website. I reached out to Mr. Bonds to say congratulations and Thank You for a job well done. These are the heroes and inspirational stories that need to be told on the nightly news instead of all that's wrong in the world today!

[@AngusAssoc]

@@darinbennett3638 Wonderful!

[@ivanbrehmer2629]

Awesome, brings me back to my experiences in FFA some 56 years ago and I still use that knowledge! Awesome people from the whole community enabled this successful program to flourish!

[@deanwegner9532]

Experience is the best teacher .

[@dorisb505]

What a great story.

[@trickpony69]

This is an awesome endeavor by the age teacher, school board, community and students!

[@courtneyheron1561]

Extraordinary young people! What your providing these students through this “learn by doing” experience is invaluable. Touched me deeply. It took me until I was 50 yrs old to learn that what I needed to succeed I had in place by the time I was going through high school. Keep up the good work. With Gratitude and Appreciation! 🙏❤️🙂

[@AngusAssoc]

Thanks so much Courtney! These kids are a true inspiration! We are so honored to be sharing their story. Have you seen our other documentaries? You can find most of them here: kzbin.info/aero/PLB6gtLnbxirDRKgAfotqzDfH762RWjUVp

[@SaulB-R]

Trully inspiring. Wish my school in the city would have had a program like this when i was in high school. My grandpa ranched in chihuahua mexico and try to keep the ranch going. This was amazing!

[@AngusAssoc]

I hear you Saul! We hope more teachers and schools will be inspired by this story to do the same. Thanks for sharing a little about your ranch story! Do you all still ranch in Mexico? We made a video a few years back about a man named Salvador who came from Mexico and runs his own Angus ranch now in Nevada. I thought you might appreciate this! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pnXKl2WHg755Y68

[@SaulB-R]

@@AngusAssoc yep we still ranch and farm down in Chihuahua Mexico; we are trying to keep the tradition alive. As anyone else who ranch’s would agree that these are hard times and seems like the farmer and rancher are forgotten citizens. I read a quote the other day that said “workin cows on half broke horses trying to keep a dying tradition alive.” Cant get anymore real than that...

[@AngusAssoc]

@@SaulB-R I'm so sorry to hear this Saul. I hope you find some useful tips or at least some more inspiration from our videos here. All the best!

[@elitebowman5386]

This was an awesome story about these young men and women. This Teacher did a great job instilling the confidence they needed to perform this great accomplishment. I really enjoyed watching this video. Thank you for sharing.

[@AngusAssoc]

So glad you enjoyed it! Do you ranch yourself?

[@elitebowman5386]

@@AngusAssoc No, I am just an avid consumer of beef. poultry, pork, wild meat. lol. Having some burgers from a local couple tonight on the grill. Thank you for supplying the food chain with U.S. Beef.

[@AngusAssoc]

@@elitebowman5386 That's wonderful! And you are welcome. We're happy to be a part of such an important industry.

[@TheOldCowboy1952]

It's amazing what can come about from just an idea, a thought. Great documentary. God Bless.

[@AngusAssoc]

Thanks so much! You might also enjoy this film that we did about industry leaders: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j33WYaaIhNqAkJI

[@zachhenrichs8438]

GOD Bless you Cody! This is an amazing story.

[@johnsmith-ht3sy]

Very enjoyable, what those adult Ranchers did not seem to realise in the begining was these students are the future of their community. The next leaders once they pass away. So investing in the students secures the future of the land that the students will inherit . Greetings from England UK.

[@AngusAssoc]

Thanks John!

[@chrisfowleroutdoors7828]

The greater the work the greater the accomplishment will be. Awesome inspiring young adults. Great video.

[@54undercover]

We need more like this. Great job team.

[@samboslc]

So very inspirational; these kids, and their teacher, should be invited to Washington and honored for their endeavors, instead of some basketball or football team that won the championship. God Bless you all and your families.

[@AngusAssoc]

Thanks Sammy. :)

[@mattneveu3421]

Now this is learning. Great job

[@iowaqfanboomq4613]

What a great video!

[@Phylonyous]

What a great story! Coach Bonds, you definitely started a great farm!

[@jimfarris9671]

That was a great lesson Taught. How a team working together can accomplish anything

[@briamcrawford410]

RESPECT....THE FOUNDATION OF INTEGRITY...thank you great video.

[@isaiahlee4354]

What a video...hats off to these folks!

[@stephenvanderhart34]

Great video, thank you. Great job kids.

[@AngusAssoc]

Thanks Stephen! Couldn't agree more. They're a great crew.

[@holsteincowboy]

great job

[@desertfarms2997]

Awesome program. Keep it up. Don’t be afraid to ask ranchers to support you more there out there that want to help young kids achieve their dreams.

[@windowsscreen]

Left me inspired to dream wilder and work harder, wow. God bless y’all

[@uggmanwhitcombe7026]

That was great lost for words

[@AngusAssoc]

Thanks uggman Whitcombe! Be sure to subscribe to see more great content like this. 🙂

[@terrylewis388]

What a great story hats off to each One of you guys Congrats

[@jaysmith4222]

This is so cool on so many levels, congratulations to you all

[@AngusAssoc]

Thanks Jay Smith! Be sure to subscribe to see more great content like this. 🙂

[@jaysmith4222]

@@AngusAssoc already have.....

[@AngusAssoc]

@@jaysmith4222 Excellent! Thanks man.

[@AngusAssoc]

@@jaysmith4222 Have you seen this one? kzbin.info/www/bejne/j33WYaaIhNqAkJI

[@allieblack5791]

Absolutely astounding! Will share to everyone I know.

[@rebeccadees2300]

This was excellent... Well done.

[@scottmcd5885]

Great story I wish that I had such a program when I was growing up.

[@carolhollenbeck3105]

We need more of this!

[@sylarkleissen748]

Wish my school had this ag program

[@tinacraven2782]

Amazing what young people can do when thrown out there and told to figure it out! 😊 They are capable of so much more than we think. Most of the time they are not given the opportunity. As a parent I’m guilty of that.

[@ronniebrown4586]

Very inspiring we need more of this in our schools

[@gaylecheung3087]

Absolutely inspirational you all are doing such an awesome job well-deserved applauds all around ♥️🇨🇦🌏

[@AngusAssoc]

That is so kind. THANK YOU!

[@laneprestwich6994]

We did this kinda stuff in oklahoma in Ryan we had and stil have a good ag program. We learned how to brand and derworm cattle castrated alot of pigs to and alot if other things Most of us already knew how cuz if u didnt grow up on a ranch u had a buddys who did so workn a ranch or farming is a part of life down here.

[@kk-vk7uc]

We watched this video. Great story. We have been wanting to get something going at our house for after school kids . We have 2 Angus steers and some other small animals. Would also include tractor mechanics and welding. We live in the Phoenix area and have had AG in High school. It is really fading. I have emailed Cody Bond to see if he knows anywhere to get some kind of lesson plans. Also have contacted some other teachers in the area and out of state. All claim to be wanting to give back to the kids. But so far I have heard back from no one. I even tried at the Community Colleges for a night class for my self to refresh. None of the colleges have any Animal Science or livestock management. It's irritating when no one seems to want to help. Just lets me know that it is fading in our schools which is a shame.

[@Lazylynnfeeders]

Love west Texas. Born and breed! Panhandle proud!