Living West

Cowgirl Grit

Here are seven cowgirls who have an extra measure of that special quality we call grit.

Unbranded

In a new documentary, four men ride 16 mustangs on a 3,000-mile border-to-border trek to advocate for wild horse...

But Now I Ride

There is no printed job description for “cowgirl.” After being asked to contribute an essay to C&I’s cowgirl issue,...

Fort Bridger Rendezvous

Jim Bridger might rest in peace in Independence, Missouri, but you can still experience the wild and woolly mountain...

Lesser Prairie-Chickens, Unite!

The effort to save one of America’s most beloved upland birds proves what’s good for the bird is good...

Mountain Man Grub

These good old-fashioned Dutch oven recipes are excellent served at a mountain man rendezvous or at the homestead.

44 Farms Wants You to Know Your Rancher

One of the top names in cattle ranching is a chef’s prime partner.

The Petaluma Seed Bank

A small shop is doing a big job of saving all-natural heirloom seeds — and they’re available to more...