Classy Cowgirl Corral News

Mothers Day will be here before you know it. So, what do you give to your bling loving mom, wife, girlfriend, or sister that won't break the bank? And how do you know if you made the right choice? Fear not, our gift guide is here!

Winter will be here before we know it. Is your barn ready for snow and cold temperatures? If not, here's a to-do list for you.

If you live in the country, and especially on a ranch, it's never too early to think about winterizing. For those of us who are in the Northwest, beginning of October can bring first snows for sure. So, here are 10 things to do before those snowflakes start flying.

What have you done for your equine pal lately? If you want to show him how much you love him, share that healthy treat you're munching on! With the fall at the door, here are four sweet, healthy fall treats you can freely share with your horse.

With the summer in full swing, it's time to think about how the hot weather affects your best friend of the equine kind. We've all heard a million pieces of advice on how to protect ourselves during the hot summer months, but have you ever given a thought to your horse also being susceptible to some of the same summer woes we humans are?

There's a day set aside every year to celebrate the contributions of the Cowboy and Cowgirl to America's culture and heritage. That day falls on the fourth Saturday in July. Having a special day set aside for cowboys and cowgirls doesn't mean we should ignore them the rest of the year. If anything, this day should teach us that some of the best, solid values our country was built upon came from the ranches of the American West.

For us in Western and Northwestern Montana who either live on a working cattle ranch or have friends that do, glamping is a bit of a curious thing. We don't really know whether to dismissively laugh at it and pity the poor souls who want luxury of a top hotel while staying in a tent or cabin, or to start crunching numbers and think about opening a glamping ranch ourselves.

It used to be that only the ranching and rodeo folk wore what's now called western fashion. Jeans, boots, hats, and wild rags were all - and still are - functional pieces of clothing and accessories, but it seems these days everyone and their brother's a wannabe cowboy or cowgirl. With that, western fashion, similar to mainstream fashion, started following seasonal trends. So, here's what western fashion trends to look for this summer according to those who are paid to predict them.

Springtime is the time when there are a lot of things to do around the ranch or farm, but it's also the time when you want to bust out of those bulky winter clothes and wear something pretty, and girly, and classy. So, here are a few tips on how to look classy and still be on trend when you can finally go out again for some fun times.

With spring in the air, everyone's mind seems to be on new beginnings, planting, and gardening. So why should cowgirls be any different? If you have a garden, or are planning to start one this year, here are three plants you should definitely be planting this spring to share with your BFF of the equine kind.

Can you believe it's December? Have you started planning your Christmas decorations, parties, gifts, and menus yet? If not, here's some serious inspiration coming your way... ideas for a cowboy themed Christmas. Whether you live in the American West or just admire cowboy culture and want to do something fun this holiday season, this post is for you.

With the fall and winter on the horizon, it's time to start planning activities for those snowy, cold days when all you want to do is curl up by the fire. What better way to spend the time indoors than reading, especially if reading is helping your faith walk? So, here are five books a faith filled cowgirl might find useful to chase away the winter blues, while at the same time learning how to live out her faith.