Tyler Auffhammer

2 days ago | cowboysindians.com | Tyler Auffhammer

You may have seen the Tik Tok videos — cowboys and cowgirls adorned in leather and fur, towing skiers through snow-covered obstacle courses, dodging fire cannons and launching over gap jumps. Humans have been skijoring — getting towed on skis behind animals — for thousands of years. But there’s a modern Western version: a fast adrenaline sport performed in front of thousands of spectators in small mountain towns across the United States. And it’s growing fast.

2 days ago | cowboysindians.com | Tyler Auffhammer

Billy the Kid is quite possibly the most popular outlaw of the Old West. From his time as a regulator fighting against the corrupt Santa Fe Ring to his daring (and murderous) escape from the Lincoln County, NM, jail to his eventual death at the age of 21, Billy the Kid’s life and legend has remained a steadfast topic for academics and Hollywood alike.

1 week ago | cowboysindians.com | Tyler Auffhammer

We spoke with bestselling author Craig Johnson, the mind behind the beloved Walt Longmire series, to discuss his brand-new novel, Return to Sender. From his Wyoming ranch, Johnson reflects on the enduring relevance of the western genre; the real-life stories that inspire his plots; and why voice, empathy, and lived experience matter in good storytelling.

1 week ago | cowboysindians.com | Tyler Auffhammer

Seasoned journalist and writing professor Laurie L. Dove’s debut novel, Mask of the Deer Woman, is the culmination of a lifetime of craft and advocacy. Tackling the real-world issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW), Dove’s novel also explores the ethereal bond between mothers and daughters, as well as the innate symbolism of Native American cultures.

1 week ago | cowboysindians.com | Tyler Auffhammer

Welcome to Two Feathers Ranch, a rare offering of luxury, legacy, and wide-open beauty in the heart of Montana’s Bitterroot Valley. Spanning 357 pristine acres near Darby, this world-class estate borders U.S. Forest Service land and boasts 2,500 feet of Tin Cup Creek frontage, delivering a seamless connection to the untamed wilderness. Anchoring the property is a 7,180-square-foot custom lodge-style home that blends opulence with Western authenticity.