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“Cayuse Christmas” Art by Tom Browning
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BEST OF WESTERN HORSEMAN 2025
Western Horseman proudly reveals the 2025 winners of the reader-voted Best of Western Horseman Awards. These people, places and brands represent the heart of the Western world, and we’re honored to celebrate them. BY WESTERN HORSEMAN, Page 49
WHEN THE GUADALUPE ROSE
When floodwaters swallowed Kerr County on July 5, lives were upended in an instant. Out of the devastation came a force just as powerful: strangers from across the country, united by faith, grit and the will to bring hope where it was needed most. BY KRISTEN SUBLETTE, Page 88
Ride West
Women of the West Wyoming rancher and photographer Skye Clark lives by independence, Western values and her commitment to caring for the land and animals. Page 18
Cowboy Spirit After a devastating accident, Kansas cowgirl Ryleigh Farson fights her way back to the arena. Page 20
Cowboy Cooking Washington ranch mom Kaylee Stevie shares her favorite rustic recipe for a heartfelt cowboy Christmas. Page 24
Arena All-Stars SCC Royal Gentleman earns a legacy as a reliable show horse who gives it his all. Page 29
Real Life Ranch Wife Jolyn Young wraps up a year of ranch life, rodeos and real-like resilience. Page 32
Tribute Remembering Leg Vogt, a master horseman whose influence shaped the reined cow horse world. Page 35
Backcountry Learn how to plan, pack and prepare for a successful horseback adventure into the backcountry. Page 38
Craftsmanship Nevada silversmith Marisa Rae Julian blends artistry and Western tradition in her handcrafted bits and jewelry. Page 40
Products Find the perfect last-minute gifts with our roundup of Western-inspired stocking stuffers. Page 44
Rodeo From broncs to black diamonds, rodeo stars hit the slopes for Steamboat Springs’ famous Cowboy Downhill. Page 46
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