Browsing: Faith

One of the terms used to describe what a horse does with the bit is “spit the bit.” This happens when a horse takes the bit…

I was recently invited to a branding up in northern California. It was on a large old ranch that had been running cattle for over 100…

The Mitchell ranch, in Vale, Oregon, is full of interesting landmarks. Some are products of nature and others are man-made. One place that I remember well…

I began my team roping with a lot of enthusiasm. The team roping bug really bit me hard. In my enthusiasm to rope there were times…

I have a practice pen at my place and we try to practice two or three times a week. If you have people you practice with…

It started out as just another two hour practice, with a jackpot following, on a weekly practice night. It was at a local arena where everyone…

I recently received a phone call from a friend of mine who I’d not heard from in a while. He called to see if I was…

The National Finals Rodeo is the best of the best. I usually watch it every night from home. I was fortunate this year to go to…

When I started roping I didn’t have any idea what it took to be a team roper. I had ridden most of my life and trained…

Growing up next to my grandfather’s ranch in Oregon was a great experience. My grandfather was a horse trader and bought and sold livestock of all…