western women

Everyone has seen the going trend of women rocking men’s jeans. I’m not so sure if it’s because of the classic high waisted fit, the straight leg, or the raw denim that isn’t infused with stretch. Whatever your pull towards the men’s jeans are, you’re sure to be noticed when you wear them. Here are...

The Daddy of ‘Em All was definitely one for Hailey Kinsel! She went into this rodeo sitting second in the WPRA world standings. We can’t help but wonder, where will she be sitting now after her big win? The stakes are high and Kinsel’s name might be—and remain—at the top of the world standings heading...

In June 1911, high-spirited Goldie St. Clair, Champion Lady Bucking Horse Rider of the World, rode with several other cowgirls in the Scranton, Pennsylvania, street parade to the rodeo grounds where the 101 Ranch Wild West Show was going to perform.  A year prior, Goldie had captured the bronco riding title at the Frontier Days...

You’ve seen Barnes PRCA Rodeo line the red and white bucking chutes, you’ve heard Bob Tallman talk about the family—Micah Barnes is the granddaughter behind the fame. Born and raised in a small town outside of St. Peterson, Iowa, Barnes has been an integral part of her family company since its founding by her grandfather,...

We could hear the Mexican officers shouting to the men to jump over, and the men were fighting so close that we could hear them strike each other. –Enrique Esparza, San Antonio Daily Express, 1902 The distant cadence of drums from the nearly deserted town of San Antonio de Bexar sent a shiver of fear...

The moment Madam Alavez arrived at Copano, she began her work of intercession and performed deeds of mercy for the poor[,] suffering Texans who had fallen into the hands of the Mexican enemy. —Pioneer Press, October 1920  A slim shadow darted toward the old church at the ruined fortress of Goliad.  The smell of smoke...

Congratulations to 30 truly incredible women that will be honored in our COWGIRL 30 Under 30 Class of 2021. Out of 116 qualified, talented, diverse applicants, the selected 30 ladies represent the future of women in the Western industry. Their contributions will also drive the industry to new levels for generations to come. Industry sponsors...

FORT WORTH, TEXAS (November 17, 2020) – The National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame will welcome five 2021 Inductees at the 45th Annual Induction Luncheon and Ceremony. The luncheon will be held on Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at the Dickies Arena. These incoming Hall of Fame members represent a wide range of cowgirls –...