Trust the Process with Breakaway Roper Rickie Fanning
Breakaway roper Rickie (Engesser) Fanning once again leads the standings in 2024, thanks to her exceptional horsemanship and consistency. Although she recently lost her number one horse, Rolo, Fanning is still roping well and staying at the top of the WPRA standings. We had the chance to interview Fanning before her busy Cowboy Christmas […]
In Memory of Trenten Montero
A year, a month, a week, a day, a minute—we often forget how quickly life can change. August 2023 was a whirlwind of trying to survive the unimaginable for the Montero family. On Thursday, August 10th, it was like any other day. Trenten Montero was home with his wife, Maria, and their newborn son, Noah, […]
Open Call for Editorial Submissions
Attention, all writers! Rodeo Life Magazine is now accepting editorial submissions. If you are eager to showcase your writing, here is an opportunity to do so in a well-established rodeo magazine. Submissions must be exclusive to us, meaning they have been sent only to us and have not been published online or in print […]
Cowboy Christmas: The Most Wonderful Time of the Year
While most folks take time off work to barbecue, spend time with family, and hit the lake around Independence Day, professional cowboys and cowgirls load up their rigs and hit the road for the busiest and richest run of the year. For many, this involves driving through the night and making multiple runs per day […]
St. Paul Rodeo July 4th Rodeo
No better place to spend the 4th of July than at the St. Paul Rodeo. Celebrating faith, family, and patriotism and honoring our Western heritage with a world-class rodeo. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley lies a tiny town with a big reputation. The town of St. Paul, Oregon, with a population of […]
Damian Brennan: The Mental Game
Saddle Bronc Rider Damian Brennan thinks positive as he gears up for the busiest run of the rodeo season. Although Damian Brennan may be somewhat fresh to the Pro Rodeo trail, he’s no stranger to winning. Sitting at number one in the world standings in saddle bronc riding as of June 7th, Brennan accredits his […]
Chloé Marie Burk: Building A Life Through Art and Horses
Western Art Round-up Regular Feature Chloé Marie Burk has centered her life around art and horses. The French-born American artist brings western scenes to life, using movement and vibrant earth tones. Burk didn’t set out to live in the U.S., but a series of opportunities led her to eventually settle in the West. Since then, […]
Look Good, Feel Good, Do Good
How Shelby Lovelace And The Good Babes Are Keeping The Class In Western Fashion For Shelby Lovelace, the true essence of Western fashion transcends clothing. The message at the core of her boutique brand, The Good Babes, is that true sophistication emerges from an inner beauty that women can then choose to reflect through what […]
Carrie Ann Sattler – Reno Rodeo’s First Female President
Carrie Ann Sattler was only 16 when she knew she wanted to volunteer for the Reno Rodeo, one of the nation’s most revered Western sports events rooted in 105 years of tradition. As a young girl, she went to the rodeo each year with her family and found herself drawn to the excitement of the […]
Scott Knudsen Joins Rodeo Life Magazine as Contributing Writer
Rodeo Life Magazine is proud to announce the addition of Scott Knudsen to its roster of contributing writers. Scott, a fifth-generation Texas cowboy with a unique journey, brings his storytelling prowess and entrepreneurial insights to the esteemed publication’s pages. Hailing from Tarleton State University in Stephenville, Texas, Scott’s path has been marked by extraordinary experiences. […]