American Cowboy

photo courtesy Fast Back Ropes

Western Events Calendar: June

From our Ultimate Western Events Calendar, here are the cowboy events to attend in June!

American Cowboy Picture

Where to live now

God bless the fly-over states! Rural America has never been more attractive. Family values still thrive here, and the wide open vistas and clean air are good for the soul. Here are 20 counties (and fun towns nearby) to call home—places with room for horses, cattle, and big dreams.

American Cowboy Picture

Cowboy Etiquette

Ladies first, take off your hat when you're inside, and mind that you say "ma'am" and "sir." With an emphasis on respect, safety, and plain 'ole good manners, the rules of cowboy etiquette have been handed down through the generations.

American Cowboy Picture

Why we love them...

There's a saying that goes "If you're lucky enough to have horses, you're lucky enough." I completely agree. Every day I ride or even just hang out with my horses, I consider myself blessed. A few weeks ago, I asked our Facebook readers what they loved most about these amazing animals, and here were some of my favorite responses: "Everything!"

American Cowboy Picture

AWA Chuckwagon of the Year Award

story by: Roger Edison The Academy of Western Artist gathered on February 2, 2013 for their annual Awards banquet recognizing the special achievement of various different western artist. One of the Award categories, is the Garnet Brooks Chuck Wagon Award which was presented to Shirley Richardson, of Bryson, Texas as the 2012 Chuck Wagon of the Year recipient. Shirley Richardson, AWA Chuckwagon of the Year

American Cowboy Picture

Cowboy Coffee

Arbuckles, bean juice, joe—whatever the name, just make it strong.

Copyright ©2013 Cruz Bay Publishing, Inc. an Active Interest Media company. All rights reserved.