Way Out West
By The Cowboy Accountant
Way Out WestApr 29, 2021
Why Cowboys Hobble Their Horses
Hobbling horses dates back to at least the ancient Egyptians. And while today hobbles are most closely associated with Western culture and their use by working cowboys to restrain horses in lieu of trees or other tie devices, hobbles are also an effective training tool for horses. This week's episode talks about the benefits for both horse and human of being purposely uncomfortable. And of course, we’ll have the cowboy glossary word of the week. So why not ride along?
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Boss Of The Plains - The Story of John B. Stetson
There are very few items in North American culture that carry the same iconic weightiness as the cowboy hat. It's the singular item of apparel that can be worn in any corner of the globe, by most anyone, and receive instantaneous acknowledgment. As the old cowboy saying goes, “It’s the last thing you take off and the first thing that is noticed.” Interestingly, the history of the iconic cowboy hat is not that old, and in this episode we talk about John B. Stetson and his iconic "cowboy's" hat. And of course, we’ll have the cowboy glossary word of the week. So why not ride along?
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What It Means To Ride For The Brand
The Outrider and His Importance to The Cattle Drive
A Cowboy's Most Essential Tool
Cowboys have a lot of tools at their disposal, but there is one that far exceeds the usefulness of all others. But, like any tool, it's only as effective as the person using it. And, with this tool, ya better pay attention and listen! If you don't, unintended consequences can happen in working cattle and in life.
So, give it a listen to learn more. And, of course, we've got another Cowboy Glossary term of the week! I hope you'll ride along.
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What Makes A Cowboy?
We hear the term "cowboy" thrown around a whole lot nowadays. So, it got me to thinking, what makes one a cowboy? If you're curious about that too, take a listen to this episode where I share my thoughts about what makes a cowboy, as well as what we can all learn from the cowboys of the American West. And, yes, we've got another Cowboy Glossary term of the week! So, I hope you'll ride along.
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Why Spurs Are For More Than Looks
A lot folks think a cowboy's spurs are merely so he can look fancy. In this episode, though, we'll talk about the western spur, what they're used for, and the lessons we can take from the signal a touch of the spur provides. Plus, we've got another Cowboy Glossary term of the week!
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The Secret Of Why You Should Always Saddle Your Own Horse
There is no tool more important to the cowboy than his horse and saddle. In this episode we’ll discuss the importance of saddling your own horse, and why you should care about it even if you don’t ride horses. Plus, we have this week’s Cowboy Glossary term of the week!
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