For Kim Ratcliff, life has always been rooted in rural America. Regardless of where her father’s job took them, she and her family consistently stayed connected to livestock and the land. This lifestyle, deeply ingrained by her father throughout her upbringing, profoundly influenced her outlook on life. Now, she wants ...

Saddle fit doesn’t have to be stressful. To make sure that a western saddle fits your horse well, keep in mind that you want it to make as much contact as possible around the horse’s back so that it can distribute weight well. A good-fitting saddle with bars making even ...

Many artists have aimed to capture the essence of the American West over the decades, but few succeeded like Maynard Dixon. Over much of his 71 years, Dixon painted the deserts, canyons and people of the Southwest, revealing the soul of this hypnotic land. Portrait of Maynard Dixon by Ansel ...

Oklahoma singer-songwriter, horsewoman, and craftsman Mikayla Lane pours her heart into each of her endeavors, but music is driving force in her creative work. At 19, she has committed to pursuing traditional country music, which she has done since the age of 10, singing at local fairs and events. She ...

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 ...

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 ...

As the golden sun waves goodbye below the lively horizon, the open sky is brushed in amber and violet, and the American West’s enduring spirit comes alive. Through this canvas, international award-winning art photographer Michael Paul has captured the thriving essence of the American frontier through his series, “Romance of ...

Discover the top 50 dude ranches in the U.S.. Find your next ranch vacation with our independent research of stays and states. Photo by Nick/Adobe Stock What began as a revival of Western aesthetics, thanks to TV hits like Yellowstone and fashion’s renewed love for fringe and cowboy boots—has led to a ...