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Jolyn Young shares her stories about the life of a cowboy â from the perspective of a real-life ranch wife. It turns out that being married to a cowboy takes just as much nerve and grit as chasing down a wild cow. Jolyn is known for her captivating and humorous stories, sharing them through her blog, a regular magazine column, and her newly released book, Never Burn Your Moving Boxes.
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Shannon Hall and Johnny Hill both learned the ropes of cowboying on the RO Ranch in the Texas Panhandle. Their baptism into the Western way of life included plenty of bronc rides and sticky predicaments. They shared those stories on stage in Amarillo, Texas, during the 2023 World Championship Ranch Rodeo, hosted by the Working Ranch Cowboys Association.
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Whitney Hall: A Passionate Cowgirl
Whitney Hall, hailing from Loco, Oklahoma, is the dedicated manager of her family's cattle ranch. Her daily endeavors on horseback have not only made her a proficient participant in ranch rodeos and ranch horse competitions but also led her to secure the prestigious title of World's Greatest Horsewoman in 2022. Whitney's exceptional skills in the saddle set her apart in the competitive world of cow horse and ranch riding.
Beyond the accolades and competitions, Whitney's heart lies with the well-being of the cows and calves under her care. Despite her remarkable achievements, she remains grounded in her commitment to nurturing and tending to the needs of the ranch's livestock. Whitney Hall exemplifies a true cowgirl whose passion extends beyond the thrill of competitions to the fundamental responsibility of stewarding the ranch's animals.
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Tim Cox is a renowned Western artist and an Arizona cowboy. He draws inspiration from his firsthand experience of the cowboy life, and his art primarily focuses on depicting authentic scenes of modern ranchers, horsemen, cowgirls, cattle, and horses. Over the years, Tim Cox has become one of the most recognizable Western artists in contemporary art.
His early career was characterized by the rugged and demanding lifestyle of remote cow camps. Tim spent long days in the saddle, working on ranches, and his dedication to capturing the essence of the West led to late nights spent in front of his easel, translating his experiences onto canvas.
Tim Cox's art is celebrated for its vivid portrayal of the Western way of life, showcasing the beauty of the land, the people, and the animals that inhabit it. His work resonates with those who appreciate the rich heritage and traditions of the American West.
To explore Tim Cox's artwork and learn more about his contributions to Western art, you can visit his official website at Tim Cox Fine Art. Additionally, you can find his art available for sale at Gallery4Collectors.com and ElegantHorsePictures.com. Tim Cox also maintains a presence on social media, including Facebook, where you can stay updated on his latest creations and insights into the Western art world.
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Tripp Townsend makes his living running yearling calves near Earth, Texas. He and his crew care for them in a feedlot and on irrigated wheat pastures northwest of Lubbock. His line of work doesnât stop for bad weather or holidays, but it does include plenty of riding and roping in open country.
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Kevin Meyerâs Wyoming ranch roots trace to his upbringing on a remote cow-calf operation in the southeastern part of the state. His horseback skills stem from a wide range of experiences, from wrangling on dude ranches to running yearlings in the Laramie Mountains, day-working on local cattle outfits, and managing Wagonhound Land & Livestockâs horse program for several years. These days, his cowboy background guides his approach to training cow horses and teaching horsemanship clinics at his facility near Douglas, Wyoming.
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Kent LeDoux â Ranching in southern Louisiana means dealing with swamps, alligators, wild cattle and hurricanes. Swimming saddle horses across a canal designed for barges is a necessary part of gathering Perry Ridge. The climate, wildlife and environment are quite unique on the Gray Ranch, a cow-calf operation with strong ties to standout stallions such as Grays Starlight and Taris Catalyst. Kent LeDoux, who managed the ranch for more than 40 years, sheds light on cowboy life in cajun country.
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Singleton Ranches encompasses 1.2 million acres, with the majority of its rangeland spread throughout New Mexico and other divisions situated in California. The operation is respected for its modern beef program and award-winning cow horses. Three of Singletonâs managers, Alex Carone, Grant Mitchell and Greg Gudgell, sit down to discuss how the ranching lifestyle perpetuates family values and sound work ethic.
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Jimbo Humphreys â The West Texas cowboy has excelled in nearly every facet of ranch life, from working cattle to cooking on the chuckwagon, building bits and spurs, training and showing horses, and now managing Guitar Ranches.
Introduced to ranching at a young age, Jimbo Humphreys admits that he became a little jaded toward the lifestyle because of the rough way horses were handled and trained. But Ray Huntâs gentler and more considerate approach to horsemanship drew him back. He has pursued cowboy life from various angles, making a living by punching cows, cooking on chuckwagons, training horses, building fences and corrals, crafting bits and spurs, and managing a large cow-calf operation. -
Terry Forst - Stuart Ranch Waurika OK Founded 1868 , maintaining 38,000 + Acres, 1995 AQHA Best Remade Winner, Terry Forst oversees the oldest family-owned and -operated ranch in Oklahoma with seven generations. Terry is a member of the Cowgirl Hall Of Fame. With an award-winning Quarter Horse program, natural beef, and abundant wildlife for hunting, the Stuart Ranchâs staying power stems from hard work, innovation and close family ties.
www.stuartranch.com
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Nebraska rancher Craig Haythorn talks about cowboying in the Sandhills, putting up hay with teams, and enduring deadly blizzards. Grit, devotion and quality horseflesh have been keys to his family running their cow-calf operation for five generations.
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To celebrate the holiday season, Shawn Williams recites his poem, âA Cowpuncherâs Night Before Christmas.â The entertainer and âhighly trained cowboy fashion reporterâ goes on to share his stories of working on large, historic cattle outfits such as Pitchfork Land & Cattle in Texas, the Bell Ranch in New Mexico, and the O RO in Arizona.
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Although Shannon Hallâs early years were spent in an urban, broken home, fate reunited him with his cowboy father and drew him into ranch life. He made a name for himself training and competing on cutting horses at the highest level. NCHA Hall Of Fame Member, 1999 NCHA Open Futurity Champion. Hall has since built a large cow-calf operation, which he and his family own and operate in southern Oklahoma.
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Legendary cowpuncher Tom Moorhouse shares his experiences growing up and working on ranches throughout West Texas. His cowboy stories describe life on the wagon, his familyâs ranching legacy, dealing with drought and the beginnings of ranch rodeo. He also details how the respected Great Basin horseman Ray Hunt introduced better training practices to old school Texas cowboys, and how that has improved horsemanship on todayâs ranches.
