Western Horseman

Western Horseman is a monthly magazine that has been in circulation since January 1936, thanks to the magazine division of Morris Communications. This publication covers a variety of topics related to Western riding, horse breeding and care, training techniques, and ranching practices. It stands out as a top publication in the equine industry and is proudly recognized as "The World's Leading Horse Magazine Since 1936" and "America's Favorite Horse Magazine Since 1936."

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The Annual Seen Through Horses Campaign Raises Awareness of the Impact of Mental Health Services Incorporating Horses - Western Horseman

1 month ago | westernhorseman.com | Katie Navarra

The Annual Seen Through Horses Campaign Raises Awareness of the Impact of Mental Health Services Incorporating Horses
Caring for Easy Keepers

2 months ago | westernhorseman.com | Abigail Boatwright

Your beloved equine partner has always loved his feed trough, and these days he’s looking a bit rotund. How can you know if your “easy keeper” horse is headed toward a potentially serious disease like laminitis or Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS)? Here are a few signs to watch out for, and ways you can reduce or prevent occurrences of these diseases.
Behind The Score

2 months ago | westernhorseman.com | Matt Crossman

The crowd rose in anticipation, cheering louder with each buck, spin and kick. When the 8-second buzzer sounded and John Crimber dismounted from Whiskey Trip, he landed in the soft dirt—and cemented himself as the No. 1 bull rider in the world. His big-time ride in a big-time moment helped give him his second win of the young PBR season, and everybody in the Enterprise Center in St. Louis screamed in delight. Well, almost everybody. Not Allan Jordan. He had work to do.
The Up & Up - Western Horseman

2 months ago | westernhorseman.com | Abigail Boatwright

Information on horse health is so important — one article can be the difference in recognizing a life-threatening issue. That said, the information can be overwhelming and full of warnings that get an understandable concerned reader fearing the worst. For the worried reader, here are a few signs your horse is happy, healthy and thriving, according to the folks at Blue Cross, a charity organization focused on animal quality of life and welfare. First, how is your horse behaving?
Racing Through the Snow in Maine

2 months ago | westernhorseman.com | Katie Navarra

Six years ago, Mary Haley was working for Main Street Skowhegan in Maine, brainstorming ideas that could create an economic driver for the town. She grew up riding horses, is an avid downhill skier and knows about skijoring events held out west. “I had a gut instinct it would be a success in Maine,” Haley says. “Many people don’t know that the equine industry contributes $360 million to the Maine economy.
The Young-Outlaw Ranch

Mar 5, 2025 | westernhorseman.com | Abigail Boatwright

It’s not easy managing a ranch full of animals by yourself, especially when you’re a firefighter full time. It’s even more challenging when you’re building your knowledge base as you build your operation. But Josh Young has figured out a system that allows his livestock to thrive. His place in Dudley, North Carolina, is called Young-Outlaw Ranch, and he raises beef cattle on pasture, finished with local grain, and processed nearby.
Dream Come True - Western Horseman

Mar 5, 2025 | westernhorseman.com | Abigail Boatwright

Few awards have yet eluded female competitors in the Western performance horse world. That list got a little bit shorter on March 1, 2025, when Erin Taormino made history aboard Hazardouz Material as the first woman ever to win the World’s Greatest Horseman.
Decoding Town Life

Feb 21, 2025 | westernhorseman.com | Jolyn Young

Social media is handy to connect with friends and like-minded ranch people, but I’ve discovered another purpose for it as well: to spy on townspeople. Most of the jokes and references about life in suburbia and city streets go over my head, though. Despite what my husband says, this is not just because I’m short. It’s because I have limited town experience. I currently live down a dirt road in a mountain canyon with no cellphone service, and the only time I lived on city streets was during college.
Westward Bound - Western Horseman

Feb 15, 2025 | westernhorseman.com | Abigail Boatwright

Did you know that most dude ranch stays are all-inclusive? If you’re looking for a vacation where you can arrive, drop your bags and begin enjoying your stay without stressing over dinner plans, activity itineraries or hidden expenses, this is the perfect getaway for you. Dude ranches and guest ranches are generally nestled in nature’s most beautiful scenery and offer activities for every age, skill and interest in the family.
January Survival Tips

Jan 13, 2025 | westernhorseman.com | Jolyn Young

For me, January is less about making resolutions and more about just making it through the month. We’re approaching the midpoint of winter, days are short and cold, and the holidays are over. The ground is frozen, and water troughs require daily beatings with a shovel. There’s frost on the hay bales each morning, and a cold moon shines down on the water tanks, re-freezing each night. Our entire lives are basically put on ice until spring.