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Sugarland leads the 2009 CMT Music Award nominationsSugarland picked up five nominations, leading Brad Paisley and Taylor Swift with four each, and Rascal Flatts and newcomers Lady Antebellum with three nominations apiece. |
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Foretravel adds luxury horse trailer conversions to its servicesThe luxury motorcoach business is working with NRS Trailers to offer high-end horse trailer conversions to its custom and specialty coach production. |
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Compton Jr. Posse students choose horses over gangsFor 29 years this program in the middle of gang-plagued Compton has been teaching horsemanship to keep students off the streets. |
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Live or stay at The Porches in Steamboat SpringsWith very few opulent hotels or boutiques, Steamboat Springs, Colorado, has traditionally served as a rustic Western getaway. The Porches real estate development offers a rare element of luxury. |
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Development in South Texas includes polo and tennis clubThe term "polo club" has been incorporated into many real estate projects, but the Aliana Polo and Tennis Club in Fort Bend County, Texas, is the real deal. |
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Cooper Mountain Vineyards: Oregons' first organic biodynamic wineryThe Willamette Valley winery honors its local climate, which is like the French pinot noir wine region of Burgundy. |
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DVD set celebrates Randoph Scott's Western filmsEven though he appeared in more than 100 films and became a western movie icon second only to John Wayne in enduring popularity, his name is not well-known outside the corral of hardcore Western fans. |
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Artist spotlight: crayon artist Don MarcoDon Marco has three words of advice for anyone who wants to attempt making crayon drawings on construction paper that are as stunning and powerful as his own: practice, practice, practice. |
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Songwriter J.D. Souther breaks decades of silence with new albumThe singer-songwriter who's written for the likes of George Strait, Bonnie Raitt, and the Eagles is back with a new solo album. |
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Brian Odermatt's woodwork captures the West's grandeurHis custom woodcarvings include wildlife, Western scenery, hunting and fishing scenes, snowboarding, skiing, cowboys, Indians, and of course, the Western man's best friends: dogs and horses. |
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Turok, Son of Stone: the second-most famous Indian in pop cultureThis character has been around for more than 50 years. So why don't you know about him? |
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Artist spotlight: watercolorist Robert HighsmithRobert Highsmith uses watercolors to capture the landscapes of the Southwest with astonishing realism. |
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Lucky2 Ranch offers Equimersion riding programThe three-year-old facilities include a beautiful sandy arena and a tack room with tack handmade in the owner's saddle shop. |
Tai snapper with fava beans, manila clams, and watercressCasa Nuestra winery suggests pairing its 2007 Dry Chenin Blanc Old Vines Napa Valley Estate with this recipe from Calistoga Ranch. |
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Calistoga Ranch: luxury in Napa Valley's most rustic hamletRelax in this part of Northern California that offers mineral water from the source, hot-springs spas, and verdant vineyards. |
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William Shatner: from spaceman to horseman philanthropistWhen most men are hanging up their spurs, William Shatner, 78, is playing the role of a lifetime: horseman philanthropist. |
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Old Gringo offers an eclectic array of bootsEach Old Gringo collection adds new styles that mix Western, vintage, contemporary fashion, rockabilly, rock star, equestrian, European vogue, and hippie chic. |
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Vicente Fernández: King of the Mexican Singing CowboysAt age 69, the King of the Mexican Singing Cowboys continues to wow crowds, but he lives for working out his horses back home at the ranch. |
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Store spotlight: Cimarron River CompanyRancher Jim Miller has two great loves — turquoise jewelry and his wife, Connie, not necessarily in that order. |
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Ryan Michael is taking on the jean worldLook out for hot denim from Ryan Michael |
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Red Cloud's War: The Fetterman MassacreThe Bozeman Trail was supposed to make it easier for Westward Americans to reach gold and silver in Oregon. Instead, it led to the 1866 Fetterman Massacre. |
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Nashville Film Festival highlights include William Shatner's Gonzo BalletThe 40th annual Nashville Film Festival features William Shatner's Gonzo Ballet, Johnny Cash at Folsom Prison, Garrison Keillor: The Man on the Radio in the Red Shoes, and more. |
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Aquatic carvings by Milo CreekMilo Creek Carvings creates rich aquatic-themed works from exotic woods. |
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Tequila report with John MarianiJohn Mariani shares how much better an añejo makes the salt-rimmed drink taste. |
Roasted asparagus salad with friseé lettuce, queso fresco, mint, and paprika crostiniA light summer salad from Calistoga Ranch in Napa Valley. |
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Santa Fe pueblo home blends art & artistryFascinated with the ancient architecture of the Mayan and Incan civilizations, the McLarrys incorporated similar shapes and forms into the overall design. |
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Boots, Buckles & Spurs CD boxed set features 50 best rodeo songsHow do you pick the 50 greatest rodeo songs of all time? Check out this review and Q&A with the co-producers to find out. |
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French wine expert took his beads and dreams to American IndiansTwenty years ago, French sommelier Philippe Franquelin followed his passion to live among the Northern Cheyenne of Montana. Today, the wine expert is a sought-after beading artist who teaches young Cheyenne, Sioux, and Crow about their art and traditions. |
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Shoot like Costner and Selleck with a ShilohShiloh Rifle is the only company in the world whose parts interchange with the original Sharps rifles used by buffalo hunters in the 1800s. |
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Over DVD series offers breathtaking journeysLooking for the right DVD to show off the picture quality of a high-definition television? How about one that presents the wonders of the West from a bird's-eye view? Originally presented on PBS television, the Emmy Award-winning Over series takes viewers on a breathtaking journey above the stunning landscapes of Alaska, Arizona, and California. |
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Sparkle and Twang: Marty Stuart's American Musical OdysseyThe Autry National Center of the American West offers a look into musician Marty Stuart's personal experiences with some of the most famous stars in American music. |
Nashville Film Festival: showcasing Johnny Cash at Folsom PrisonNow playing at a record store near you: Johnny Cash at Folsom Prison, filmmaker Bestor Cram's richly detailed and abundantly fascinating account of events surrounding Cash's recording of his legendary live album at California's Folsom State Prison in 1968. |
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Western gourmet report with John MarianiOur Western gourmet savors Houston sophistication that won't break the bank and searches for the best pizza west of Chicago. |
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Jackson Hole Art Auction: Western art of the past and presentThe annual auction in Wyoming features many master works from the past. But collectors who prefer contemporary Western and wildlife art will not be disappointed, either. |
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Tortillas! The bread of Tex-Mex lifeA Mexican restaurant's gotta have four things to win over C&I's foodie |
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American Home Collection has the Western touchChoose from colorful quilted designs or hand-hooked pillows by Judi Boisson |
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And a bag to boot!Loblan features its Winged Cross Western Boots, and Schaefer Outfitter's boot bag helps you protect your investment. |
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Latest Heard Museum extension: Berlin GalleryLocated in downtown Phoenix, the Berlin Gallery is the latest extension of The Heard Museum. The gallery features contemporary American Indian paintings, sculptures, and photography, as well as prints and drawings. |
Corn tortillasA tortilla press makes the process a snap, but it you don't have one, just roll these out with a rolling pin as you would with flour tortillas. |
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Book review: Kilgore RangerettesDon't expect posed glamour in O. Rufus Lovetto's coffee table tome about the famous Kilgore College drill team. |
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Artist spotlight: painter Steve AtkinsonSteve Atkinson's paintings capture the atmosphere of the West. They transport you to where he was standing when he painted them — you can smell the hay and feel the chill of the air. |
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Jewelry roundupCheck out these Spanish designs, turquoise jewelry, and custom wedding bands. |
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Live from Nashville Film Festival: 500 Days of Summer, Stacy WidelitzC&I's Joe Leydon chats with songwriter Stacy Widelitz in the VIP party tent on the fest's opening night. |
Flour tortillasYou can make these with whole wheat or with all-white flour. For some kick, add chile powder, green chiles, or spinach to the dough. |
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Take the 125-mile Billy the Kid Trail RideFew figures of the Old West are as endlessly fascinating as Billy the Kid. This year the trail ride that bears his name backtracks the better than 125-mile route that Billy took when he escaped from the Lincoln County Jail and ran to Fort Sumner. |
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Saving Native languagesThe cause to save Native languages is gaining momentum, and hope, from new generations of Lakota speakers. |
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The Cattle Barron's Bed from Will Wyatt's Cowboy CoutureIt takes a bed that's both rugged and luxurious for a bedroom to have that authentic Western feel. |
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Rent a Harley-Davidson, ride MontanaIf you would rather ride the Wild West on two wheels instead of four legs, rent the Harley-Davidson of your dreams through EagleRider Adventure Rental in Fort Benton, Montana. The company provides maps and itineraries for self-driven tours through the back roads of Big Sky Country and other parts of the West. |
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Powder River Custom Saddles by Brighton Feed & SaddleryA beautiful sunflower design is just one of the many hand-tooled styles. |
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Kippys' Med-Evolve plays the Jazz AgeKippys clothes and accessories are renowned for their contemporary flash and sass. |
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The Hollows on Lake Travis: an award-winning Austin communityVoted "Master Planned Community of the Year" by the Austin Business Journal in 2008, The Hollows on Lake Travis is a luxurious resort-style community nestled in the Texas Hill Country on the banks of Lake Travis, less than 30 miles outside of the state's capital. |
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Original paintings, bronzes, and prints by G. HarveyWhistle Pik Galleries is one of only two galleries to represent G. Harvey’s original paintings. Limited edition bronzes, prints, and prints on canvas are also available for purchase. |
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Store spotlight: Valerie's Furniture & AccentsFurniture shopping should be an entertaining experience according to Valerie Watters, owner of Valerie's Furniture & Accents. |
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Cowgirl Chile Co. carries jewelry, spicy goodies, and moreJewelry designer Laura Rutkowski brings the flavors of the West to the east at her Western boutique, Cowgirl Chile Co., located on Main Street in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. |
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Book review: From Warriors to SolidersGary Robinson and Phil Lucas' book details the history of Native American service in the U.S. military. |
Chronicle of the Old West: Peppard's FollyC&I's Western historian sails across the prairie with Peppard's Folly, briefly pickets the working conditions of underpaid cowboys, exhausts the natural gas supply in California, and accounts for the greater efficiency in the production of breadboxes and boots. |
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Ranch on Cheyenne reservation offers horseback toursCuster's Last Stand is perhaps one of the most famous battles in history. From a hilltop on the unspoiled Northern Cheyenne Reservation, Rowdy Alexander, a registered member of the Northern Cheyenne tribe, points out the creek where Custer and his men crossed on their way to the Little Bighorn, which lies just 20 miles away. |
