The End of Summer Rodeo Company Picnic at Cal Aero Hangar — Where the Wild West Rode Into Chino, CA!

​Bechtel’s 2025 Family Day turned Cal Aero Hangar into a Wild West OK Corral of company culture and connection, complete with rodeo-style entertainment and western-themed attractions — all brought to life by the company picnic experts at Interact Event Productions.

Saddles on, spurs up — the End of Summer Rodeo Company Picnic came alive at Cal Aero Hangar in Chino, California! Bechtel’s 130 employees and families gathered for an afternoon of cowboy-style fun filled with games, laughter, and Wild West charm. From the first crack of the lasso to the last laugh in the Wild West Jail photo booth, every moment was pure interaction and excitement. We wrangled the entertainment lineup and turned the historic airplane hangar into a high-energy rodeo arena made for families, coworkers, and cowpokes alike.

​The Venue – Cal Aero Hangar: A Perfect Setting for a Rodeo Revival

Where aviation history met cowboy country.

Cal Aero Hangar in Chino, California set the stage for Bechtel’s End of Summer Rodeo Company Picnic 2025 — a venue that blends open-air hangar space, polished concrete floors, and high ceilings perfect for large-scale themed events. Its wide footprint gave us room to design interactive entertainment zones, create an open flow for guests, and showcase a full western setup without crowding the space.

We know this venue inside and out. Our production team handles every detail — from logistics and power distribution to safety flagging and visual layout — ensuring that large hangar venues like Cal Aero become fully realized event environments. The space is a natural fit for company picnics, team celebrations, and family-day gatherings that need flexibility, accessibility, and a professional setup that feels immersive from the first step inside.

For rodeo-themed events, Cal Aero Hangar delivers the perfect backdrop: rustic meets industrial, with room for games, inflatables, and staging areas that make guests feel like they’ve stepped into their own private Wild West arena. We transform open hangars into organized, high-impact company picnics, where every detail—from sound to staging—is built to keep teams engaged and connected.

The Theme – The End of Summer Rodeo Roundup

A western celebration done the Bechtel way.

​The End of Summer Rodeo Company Picnic brought a full dose of western flair to Cal Aero Hangar, setting the tone for rodeo challenges, cowboy photo ops, and hands-on entertainment that filled the afternoon with high-energy interaction.

Cody the Cowboy – Little Ranchers’ Rodeo Bouncer

A rootin’ tootin’ good time for the youngest ranch hands.

​Our Cody the Cowboy inflatable gave Bechtel’s youngest guests a safe, action-packed place to play. Designed for ages 2–8, this cheerful bouncer features a friendly cowboy riding his trusty horse — the perfect nod to the rodeo theme. Its bright western artwork and gentle bounce kept the little cowpokes smiling all afternoon while parents relaxed nearby.

Western Shoot Out – Inflatable Rodeo Shooting Gallery

Where quick draw meets company picnic competition.

Our Western Shoot Out inflatable gallery gave guests the chance to test their aim in true cowboy fashion. Foam-tipped blasters and colorful western targets created nonstop action for both kids and adults. The setup fit perfectly inside Cal Aero Hangar, drawing steady lines of players eager to show off their sharpshooting skills and rack up points for bragging rights.

MEGA Rally – Inflatable Rodeo Horse Race Challenge

Saddle up and hang on—this race ain’t for slowpokes.

​The MEGA Rally inflatable raceway brought out every guest’s inner cowboy. Riders climbed aboard inflatable horses and bounced their way down the track, racing head-to-head for bragging rights and a few good laughs along the way. The hangar came alive with the sound of cheers, friendly rivalry, and plenty of western spirit as each race crossed the finish line.

​Lagoon of Doom – Wild Log Roll Challenge

Only the bold stay in the saddle.

​The Lagoon of Doom inflatable put balance to the ultimate test. Participants climbed onto rolling logs floating above an inflatable lagoon and tried to stay on as long as they could. Every spin, slip, and recovery had the crowd hollering, especially when someone took a dive into the soft surface below — right beside a pack of inflatable alligators waiting for their next snack.

Wild West Jail Photo Booth – Instant Prints and Western Props

Step behind bars for the perfect mugshot.

Our Wild West Jail photo booth became one of the most popular stops at Bechtel’s End of Summer Rodeo Company Picnic. Guests lined up to pose “in jail” against a custom western backdrop, complete with cowboy hats, sheriff badges, and outlaw props. Each session included instant prints guests could take home, all captured by our professional in-house photography team. It was the perfect blend of theme, creativity, and keepsake fun — a photo op that fit the rodeo spirit to a T.

Face Painting – Western-Inspired Designs for the Day

A touch of color to match the cowboy spirit.

​Guests enjoyed themed face painting that tied right into the rodeo atmosphere — cowboy hats, sheriff stars, and western swirls showing up across the crowd all afternoon. The designs added a playful spark to the theme and blended right in with the day’s western setting.

The Roundup – Turning Rodeo Themes into Company Memories

Planning, production, and entertainment done the Interact way.

As a leading company picnic planner in Southern California, we specialize in building complete experiences from the ground up. Our in-house team manages planning, production, entertainment, and catering under one roof — giving clients a seamless process and consistent quality every time. For Bechtel’s rodeo event, every western detail came together to spark participation, teamwork, and genuine connection. With over forty years of experience, we turn creative ideas into company events that run smooth, look incredible, and deliver real value for every guest.

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