Living West

The Big Breakaway: The Rise Of Breakaway Roping

Behind the rise of breakaway roping, American rodeo’s hottest event bringing hardworking, tough-as-nails cowgirls into championship arenas. She backs...

Skiing And Rodeo Collide At Steamboat Springs’ Cowboy Downhill

This unique winter sporting event makes for one heck of a tradition in Steamboat Springs. “It all began when...

Art Gallery: South Dakota’s Dignity Of Earth And Sky

Dale Claude Lamphere’s tribute to Native peoples also celebrates the beauty of the Great Plains. She stands with her...

Resistol Rookie Of The Year Tristin Parker Remembers His First NFR

Nineteen-year-old bull-riding sensation Tristin Parker shares his journey from his family farm to the National Finals Rodeo. The rodeo...

The C&I Q&A: Barrel Racing Legend Lisa Lockhart

The record-breaking rodeo star talks preparing for NFR, favorite memories, and advice for young barrel racers. With more than...

The C&I Q&A: Miss Rodeo America 2023 Kennadee Riggs

Kennadee Riggs talks faith, family, and “Kicking up Kindness” as Miss Rodeo America 2023. If you’re attending the National Finals...

Making The Cut And Riding To The Top With Adan Banuelos

Cutting champ Adan Banuelos talks about his sport, his equine teammates, and winning the American Performance Horseman. If he...

The Dazzling Work Of Bennett Fine Jewelry

When her love of horses took shape in gold and diamond jewelry, Lesley Rand Bennett's business was off and...