Nah, I just would like to see what happens so I understand better what I read. Just for fun. Watching events, exhibits etc. Kind of like going to a rodeo. You don't have to participate to enjoy:')
I bet there are local events somewhere nearby more often than you think. If there is no big arena, then perhaps they use the fairgrounds. Ask around at the tack shop and/or look at bulletin boards.
Do a search for _________ Horseman's Association and variations there of. Insert the name of your town, county, state where the blank is. Also check nearby counties.
ie, Nevada Horseman's Association, Northern Reno Horseman's Association, Fallon Horseman's Association, Lyon County Horsesman's Association. They will likely be open shows and you'll meet a lot of nice people.