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The Branding
A ranch family tradition.
Cross and Crescent Gate
Tejon Ranch | Backbone of California
The Tejon Ranch honors its centuries-old cowboy traditions.
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All the Fixin's
Chuckwagons—the original food truck!
John wayne quiz
How well do you know the Duke?
Think you're an expert on everything John Wayne?
Old West Cowgirl Outfit
Cowgirl Flair
Mildred Douglas Chrisman (1895–1982) used her East Coast arena experience to land a gig in the circus,...
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That Old Time Feeling
The cowboys of the trail-drive era were a proud bunch. The pride they held in their gear was only matched...
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A Trip West
For centuries, the lure of the West’s beautiful vistas and way of life has attracted unlikely folks from...
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Cowboy DIY: How to Make a Leather Key Fob
Step 1Gather your supplies. You’ll need:• Key fob kit (TandyLeather.com offers great deals on leather...
Jesse Smith saddle
Saddle Savvy
Jesse W. Smith estimates he’s made around 900 saddles during his lifetime. Possibly 1,000. It’s an impressive...
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Burnin’ Daylight Oatmeal
“Sun’s up! Strike a trot! We’re burnin’ daylight!” That’s the traditional call of the foreman to...
Harry Vold
Taking Stock
This article originally ran in the February/March 2010 issue of American Cowboy.  The walls in...
Cassidy Vick Hice Jane Got a Gun
Lights, Camera, Ride!
Cowgirl stunt double Cassidy Vick Hice breaks down what it takes to make it in the industry.
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