
Written on April 12, 2025 at 12:00 am, by Rick Bizzell
By McKenzie Frizzell | Lead Photo by Hailey Rae Photography The “Western way of life” is a statement derived from long, hard days at work, traditional customs, and the determination to see a job finished. Men and women alike can look upon the cowboys and cowgirls of the industry and see the practicality and Continue Reading »

Written on April 12, 2025 at 12:00 am, by Rick Bizzell
By Clay Noel Harper | Photos Courtesy of LeAnn Hart The ideals of the cowgirl spirit start with the grace bestowed on her by the Lord, and her determination to greet a challenge with hard work and grit. Mother, wife, singer, songwriter, worship leader, stock contractor and inspirational speaker LeAnn Hart exemplifies the definition Continue Reading »

Written on April 12, 2025 at 12:00 am, by Rick Bizzell
By Clay Noel Harper | Photos Courtesy of Cara Smith In the daring world of fashion, Western fashion influencer and stunt woman Cara Smith has a style everyone can’t help but fall for. The content creator found her stride in 2022 after a stunt injury left her sidelined from work. During that time, Smith Continue Reading »

Written on April 3, 2025 at 12:00 am, by Rick Bizzell
by Lilly Platts | Photos Courtesy of APHA The word “cowgirl” represents more than just boots and a cowboy hat; from the boardroom to the arena, there are women across the country who embody the principles and values of Western culture in their everyday lives. The Cowgirl Gathering was created to offer these women the Continue Reading »

Written on April 2, 2025 at 12:00 am, by Rick Bizzell
By Charity Pulliam | Photos Courtesy of Team Cavender’s Daniel Wilder said his journey into the world of rodeo was shaped by his family, his fierce competitiveness and his passion for the sport. As a member of Team Cavender’s for the past two years, Wilder said he has witnessed firsthand the value of being part Continue Reading »

Written on April 2, 2025 at 12:00 am, by Rick Bizzell
By Charity Pulliam | Photos by Jennings Photography Atlanta, Kansas, cowgirl Baylee Barker said her relationship with American Hat Company stands out as one of the defining moments of her rodeo career. Barker said it all began in an unexpected way during the National High School Finals Rodeo. “It was freshman year of nationals, I Continue Reading »