cowgirl vacations

As summer gets closer and closer, it’s hard to avoid getting bit by the travel bug! If you have livestock, it can be difficult to plan a vacation, but you still owe yourself a getaway. If you’re ready to trade in boots for the beach, I’ve got the ultimate vacation destination for you…Destin, Florida. Destin...

Ree Drummond, aka the Pioneer Woman, has appeared on television countless times, shared recipes with the world, graciously welcomed people into her shop, and has even invited strangers into her home. This inspiring lady has already done so much, but now she’s ready to accomplish even more. Ree has been tirelessly working on her latest...

Soon after checking in at the Monument Inn & Suites in Gering, Nebraska, the phone rings. “Ma’am, if you hear sirens, we are going to have to evacuate you; a tornado has just touched down nearby.” Moments later, the sirens wail! So my Nebraskan adventure begins with an impromptu detour to an underground shelter at...

Lone Mountain Ranch has a long history of serving guests, dating back to when Clarence Lytle first homesteaded it in 1915.  Nestled in its own little valley on the North Fork of the Gallatin River, the picturesque and historic landmark is studded with rustic yet well-appointed cabins reminiscent of a wild American frontier, but outfitted...

Hotel Chaco, located in the new urban Sawmill district directly north of Albuquerque’s historic Old Town, beckons to adventurous travelers seeking authentic, original experiences.  The brand-new resort is, without question, one of the most unique hotel properties in all of New Mexico.  This premier hotel features unique room layouts designed by world-famous architecture firm Gensler,...

Just outside of Jackson Hole, Wyoming, the family owned Gros Ventre River Ranch boasts some of the most stunning views of any ranch I’ve visited to date–even from the Western-themed, well-appointed main lodge, where I enjoyed animated conversations with guests hailing from destinations ranging from North Carolina to Germany.   While gazing at the majestic...

Whether you’re a city-slicker or seasoned equestrian, Gateway Canyons delivers a cowgirl-worthy ride! We interviewed the previous Stable Manager, Amy Wilkinson, about the resort’s world-class riding program. COWGIRL: What is your favorite riding experience at Gateway Canyons?    Wilkinson: The Stables at Gateway Canyons have an incredible set up and wonderful horses. There are 500+...

Venture beyond the quaint western mining town of Philipsburg, Montana, through a majestic valley and down a long gravel road—often frequented by bighorn sheep—and you’ll discover The Ranch at Rock Creek. After decades of searching for the perfect property, the owner purchased the 6,400 acre ranch back in 2008 and set about creating his lifelong...