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When You're Not Riding a Horse

“Interesting things can happen as I found out the first time I climbed aboard a camel or stepped onto the back of an elephant.”

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TCAA 2010 "A Saddle Story"

“Discriminating cowboys have always had a flare for blending function and art. They need a saddle that is serviceable but they want it to make a statement that tells a story as well”

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When Ladies of a Certain Age Ride ...

“So one might ask why a woman of my age has only ridden young stock since she climbed back into the saddle again after so many years?”

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Editor's Journal

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TCAA 2010 Show Sneak Preview

“Since 1998, the last weekend in September has been setting the world of western craftsmanship on fire; igniting the imaginations of collectors, cowboys and the public at large.”

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iPad Ready, Smokin’ Fast and Much ...

“It’s a constant process of improvement here at HMH. Being a webzine has its advantages and we’re making use of each and every one of them.”

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Polo’s Argentine Influence

“Argentina is a nation with a passionate horse culture that is an important component of their national identity.”

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Tales of Texas

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Who’s Herding Who?

“Well, who’s herding who is the way it usually starts out gathering bulls in heavy brush. Bulls come in a wide variety of disposition so you have to be ready”

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Branding at Wimberly Well

“Lots of different ways to restrain a bovine in order to get his physical adjustments made”

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A Six-Pack Says He'll Turn Her

“Here’s a trick that’s been around a long time, but you won’t see it too often. I’m not sure what you call this maneuver;”

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Jake's Take

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Branding Camp 2010

“Well last week I was having the time of my life at a branding camp here in Montana for about six days.”

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Vaquero Horsemanship Part 3

“For the last few weeks I’ve described the history and gear of the vaquero in my own words and from my own experiences.”

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Vaquero Horsemanship Part 2

“For those of you who didn’t catch my last post, I discussed the history of vaquero horsemanship as much as I know it.”

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