BY JENN WEBSTER He was a dun-colored paragon of athleticism, beauty and charm, and was single-handedly credited for “…bringing back the Quarter Horse industry to life in Alberta,” as stated by a yellowed Calgary, November 28, 1959, newspaper archive of The Herald Magazine. Foaled in 1938 in Colorado, Sleepy Cat was imported by brothers Jac and …
By all outlooks, the big, flea-bitten grey didn’t have very many options. The day he ultimately could have faded away, turned out to be his luckiest. Here’s how a horse with a bleak future, transformed into one of the sweetest Valentine stories of all time. By Jenn Webster, Photos by Jessica Wilson Katie …
Served with crispy potato pavé, roasted pearl onions, and Saskatoon berry chimichurri – this melt-in-your-mouth dish is hearty and will allow you to savour the hunt, long after the season has ended. By Mike Edgar, Photos by BAR XP PHOTO Venison is one of the leanest, high in protein and most economical meats available – …
The following is an excerpt from my current Publisher\’s Note in Western Horse Review. Considering the new restrictions / changes / happenings of the past week, I\’ve needed to re-look at my own writing. My own history. I needed this reminder. Perhaps many of you will find it helpful too… Growing up as the young …
Doc West returns with his sage advice for the lost and lonely gunsel. Q. Doc, an old-timer friend sometimes refers to my Quarter Horse herd as a band of \”Steel Dusts.\” What does he mean by this term? A. There was a time where the horses that we call today, Quarter Horses, were known simply …
Courtesy of the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association. In just a few hours, Canadian Professional Rodeo’s champions will be crowned. And CFR ‘45 – the first in Red Deer, Canada – will come to a close. Two cowboys who will be in the spotlight on Championship Sunday are 2016 World Champions and reigning Canadian Champions, Levi …
BY PIPER WHELAN The snow didn’t keep anyone’s spirits down at this year’s edition of the Ladies of Canadian Professional Rodeo’s Luncheon and Fashion Show, and Western Horse Review was on hand to take part in the festivities. Held in conjunction with the 45th edition of the Canadian Finals Rodeo, this annual fundraiser warmed up …
BY JESSI SELTE Scabbard securely fastened to the saddle, Tammi Etherington is outfitted for a tough job. Pasture Riding. The Marwayne, AB, born rider has experienced the job in every aspect throughout her life and continues to pasture ride today. Advancements in technology have furthered the ability of many modern jobs but are considered separate …
Did you see this exquisite home featured in the September/October issue of Western Horse Review? If not, the issue is only on stands a little while longer! This creatively-designed home situated on a unique parcel of land offers up all the benefits of nature with a view of downtown Calgary, AB, while fitting immaculately …
BY JENN WEBSTER Bryn Roy, an Alberta boy who successfully made the journey from cowboy to professional linebacker, is many things. He was drafted by the Montreal Alouettes in the Canadian Football League in 2012 and then played for the Saskatchewan Roughriders in 2016 and the Edmonton Eskimos in 2017. He grew up in a …
