An excerpt from Never Trust A Sneaky Pony: And Other Things They Didn’t Teach Me in Vet School by Madison Seamans, M.S., DVM. Transporting horses is the source of some fear and anxiety among us, and I find it very interesting how many horses who may otherwise be pretty solid ...

Generally, when people picture Western riding, they tend to imagine rodeo events, reining, or cow classes, all of which are usually fast-paced, explosive and electrifying. But there are other Western sports that showcase a horse’s quiet disposition and smooth way of traveling. The most popular of these is Western pleasure. ...

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 ...

There’s no shame in being a horse girl—show your love of horses to the world with these fashionable apparel picks, suitable for any occasion. Ariat Regal Reversible Belt Refined, tasteful, reversible belt for the equestrian life. Show off a horseshoe buckle with nails on the black or brown side. Soft ...

On a hot August day in southern Arizona, Chelci Schroeder walks into a coffee shop wearing a bell-sleeve silk kimono with a turquoise and bright green tapestry pattern layered over a tank top and denim shorts. The kimono is flowy, chic and feminine, but it’s not something you’d typically consider ...

Sierra Shores doesn’t like to be idle. A horsewoman that grew up riding in California, she loves all things Western. Today, she rides her reined cow horses, has cattle, and spends most of her time devoted to the craft of Western upholstery. Her creations grace antique chairs, sofas and more, ...

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 ...