Surrounded by the Rocky Mountains, meadows, creeks and woods, Vista Verde Guest Ranch is a picturesque vacation spot just north of Steamboat Springs, Colo. From the moment you arrive in the nearby town and are transported to the ranch, you are treated to five-star service and accommodations that encourage you ...

East of Wall, written and directed by Kate Beecroft, is a beautiful and raw docufiction film about the spirit of living in the Badlands of South Dakota. It’s not just a journey into a remote part of America; it also brings light to mental illness within the Western community. The ...

For Lindsay Nettleton, her days follow the seasons of ranching between the vast mountains of California and the wide-open skies of Oregon. Born and raised in California, she is a wife, mother, horse breeder, businesswoman, and cowgirl who has learned to braid together tradition and modern life with grace. Each ...

Every year, horse enthusiasts flock to Columbus, Ohio, to get fully immersed in the magic of Equine Affaire — a name synonymous with community, education, and celebration. Western Life Today had a wonderful time in Ohio getting to attend the event, so let me take you through our experience!  First, ...

Country music sensation Jelly Roll is making waves with his ambitious vision for a star-studded, all-country Super Bowl halftime show. The “Son of a Sinner” hitmaker recently shared his dream lineup, which includes himself alongside country music legends and contemporary stars. Jelly Roll envisions a spectacular 18-minute showcase featuring some ...

Few horses are as versatile, dependable and well-rounded as those raised and trained on working ranches. For riders of all disciplines, buying a horse from ranch production sales offer a unique opportunity to own a horse with proven genetics that has been raised with purpose, integrity and heritage.  Photo courtesy ...

Few places in America are as beautiful, mystical, and rich with history as the Black Hills of South Dakota.  Named from the Lakota words Páha Sapá, which mean “hills that are black,” the hills are made up of pine-covered prominences rising several thousand feet above the surrounding prairie. They appear ...

Wyoming is well known for its Western flair, from the legendary King Saddlery to its motto, “The Cowboy State.” Influenced by the saddlemaker culture in her hometown of Sheridan, Wyo., Christy Rosalez, 27, founded Punchy Pottery, and the creator is both making a name for herself and also bringing pottery ...