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26 RODEO RUNWAY Check out the latest Fall Fashions in our new section called Rodeo Runway!

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NFR Trip What to wear, where to stay and what to do while in Las Vegas. Make the most of your week!

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DEnIm ISSUE The latest styles in denim and your favorite brands.

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Cover Model, Charmayne James with horse Scamper.

Photo by: Megan Parks Below: Around the Barrel with Taci Shaffer Photo by: Laura McClure www.cowgirlglitterati.com

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Entrepreneur Meet Cowgirl Tuff founder Lisa Bollin.

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26 In Every Issue 9 Cowgirls MailRoom 10 A Cowgirl’s Voice 11 Editor’s Picks 12 E-Cowgirl 16 Beauty Barn Beauty for all ages Cowgirl Up Manicure 18 Entertainment 19 Country Buzz The New Series Nashville Past American Idol Kristy Lee Cook Alexandra Chavez 20 In fashion Fall Fashion Forecast Rodeo Runway 32 Spirit of a Cowgirl 44 Behind the Chutes 54 How ‘Bout them cowgirls 8 | Cowgirls In Style | fall 2012

Meet Our ‘Behind the Chutes’ Cowboy, Casey Colletti, NFR Bareback Rider in this issue.

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MRA Queen MacKenzie Carr on cover Our Annual Miss Rodeo America Issue Cowgirls Nostalgia Cowgirls Christmas Weight Loss and Fitness Ideas for the New Year Meet Single Wranglers and Wranglerettes And More...

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56 HOrse training 1o1 58 Horse Bling

66 cowgirl entrepreneur Cowgirl Tuff founder Lisa Bollin

60 rodeo queens corner Royalty News Meet Trisha Smeenk Miss Rodeo U.S.A Where Are They Now - MRA Queen 2010 ‘Kelli Jackson”

70 around the barrel Taci Shaffer 74 The western wanderer Bodie, CA 76 barn boutique

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t’s Fall and that means we’re getting close to NFR week in Las Vegas! We have included information in this issue to get you ready for the big week! Ideas on where to stay, what to wear and what to do while in Vegas. We are excited to announce that Cowgirls In Style magazine will have a booth in the Cowboy Marketplace, so stop by and see us!

This issue is the first time we are featuring a cowboy in our magazine; bareback rider Casey Colletti is in the house!

We feel very honored to be featuring legendary barrel racer, Charmayne James on our cover. She talks of the loss of her horse ‘Scamper’, life and family. What an incredible woman!

I don’t know if you have noticed, but we have been featuring pink on all of our covers this year in honor of Breast Cancer. We want you to know that we are aware of this disease and want to do everything we can to bring awareness.

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Susan Gentry Founder Editor-In-Chief

Jeannie Flynn Assistant Editor Robert Gentry Assistant Editor Contributors Cort Flynn Jeannie Flynn Devanie Gentry Genevieve Spering Dana Hokana Photography Contributors Tiffany Ringwood Laura McClure Art/Production/Layout Country Productions Advertising Quinton Charles

We’re introducing ‘RODEO RUNWAY’, a feature in each issue that contains the latest in seasonal fashions. We are giving you the opportunity of featuring your latest fashions with full page color photos and spreads at a very affordable price. If you are interested, please contact our advertising department.

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Last but not least, it’s our annual denim issue. We are focusing on the latest denim styles and also your favorites in our demin special. What would a cowgirl do without her favorite jeans?

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We love our readers! Thanks so much for letting our Cowgirl voice be heard. I hope to see you on the trail! Until next time...

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Editor’s Picks Ok, these ponies are probably the cutest things I have seen in years! You can personalize your own pony and have a replica of your own horse made!

Great for anyone and they make the perfect Christmas gift!

www.TheLuckyHare.com

I received this t-shirt in the mail by LOL Cowgirl and love the concept. They describe themselves as “Show Clothes, Rodeo Queen Attire, retro designing, colors, bling, and new styles. Put them all together and you will find LOL Cowgirl. “Laugh Out Loud, Cowgirl.” Check ‘em out!

Facebook.com/LOLCowgirl

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e -Cowgirl Cowgirl Blogger |Devanie Gentry

KB Horse Camp www.KBHorseCamp.com KB Horse Camp is riding for children’s cancer awareness. When I found this on Facebook, I couldn’t help but spread the word. This is how they explain it on their

Facebook Page.

“THE PURPOSE OF THE EVENT IS TO BRING

JOY TO THE KIDS FOR A DAY, AND RAISE AWERNESS TO CHILDHOOD CANCER, AND RAISE MONEY TO HELP THE FAMILIES OUT. IT WAS AN AMAZING EVENT LAST YEAR THAT RAISED $5,000 OR MORE OF FREE FUN, FOOD, ACTIVITIES, ECT FOR EVERYONE THAT CAME AND ALSO RAISED $3,800 THAT WAS GIVEN TO THE FAMILIES .”

If you would like to help or be a part of this great event, go to :

www.KBHorseCamp.com

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The cream balances color and reduces the visible age signs such as wrinkles, fine line and dark circles. It also blocks the appearance of visible pores on the face, and gives it additional glow that makes you look younger.

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Don’t forget your Manicure for the NFR. Check out these Nail styles....

Cowgirl Up with these holstein nails with “Cowgirl Up” highlighted nails. These nails were designed

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Entertainment

New Fall Series...

Nashville Wednesdays 10:00-11:00 p.m. ET on ABC Premieres October 10, 2012

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New Series Nashville lighting up the Behind the Scenes of Country Music, Coming this Fall to ABC on Wednesday Nights

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usic legend and entertainment icon Rayna Jaymes has been one of the industry’s top female vocalists for two decades. After working tirelessly to elevate her game, Rayna suddenly discovers her passion for the business is not enough to compete with the new generation of talent lighting up the charts. She is reluctant to accept the emerging trend in the business and refuses to be steamrolled by her longtime label, which she helped build. When they give her an offer she can’t refuse, Rayna is forced to accept the harsh reality that she’ll have to start over and reinvent herself if she plans on being relevant.

Offstage things aren’t much easier for Rayna, whose father, Lamar Wyatt, is Nashville’s most powerful businessman. Their distant relationship is strained by years of resentment and powerful secrets that begin to boil over when Lamar and her sister, Tandy, encourage Rayna’s husband, Teddy, to run for office. For Teddy Conrad, this might be his time to share the spotlight instead of being the man behind the woman. For years he’s competed against Rayna’s greatest love… her music. He’s been haunted by her romantic entanglements, which he thought were buried in the past, but now his choice to align himself with her father could send Rayna running back into the arms of her soul mate.

Juliette Barnes is sexy, sassy, and she’s got trouble written all over her. She’s the hottest act in the business and she’s not about to let anyone stand in the way of her success, much less Rayna James. On her way to the top, an even bigger set of circumstances will cast a shadow on her girl-next-door image. But Juliette is calculating, has an insatiable appetite for fame, and will do whatever it takes to leave her hard knocks past behind. Everyone in Nashville has a dream: Deacon Claybourne is the band leader whose unrequited love is constantly played out in the lyrics of familiar songs; Scarlett O’Connor is the beautiful undiscovered songwriter; Avery Barkley is a young misguided musician; and Gunnar Scott is an up and comer on a collision course with Scarlett.

“Nashville” stars Connie Britton (“Friday Night Lights,” “Ameri

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Getty Images can Horror Story”) as Rayna Jaymes, Hayden Panettiere (“Heroes”) as Juliette Barnes, Powers Boothe (“MacGruber,” “24”) as Lamar Wyatt, Charles Esten (“Enlightened,” “Big Love”) as Deacon Claybourne, Eric Close (“Chaos,” “Without a Trace”) as Teddy Conrad, Clare Bowen as Scarlett O’Connor, Jonathan Jackson (“General Hospital”) as Avery Barkley, Sam Palladio as Gunnar Scott and Robert Wisdom as Coleman Carlisle.

Editor’s Note: Since we were unable to view this new series, we are not promoting this series, but wanted you to be aware of it.

Hopefully it will be a series that will be worth watching.

More Information...

Beginning Wednesday night, October 10, 2012 at 10pm ET on ABC

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Country Buzz

Kristy Lee Cook Broken Bow Records’ Kristy Lee Cook first gained fame as a Top 10 finalist on Season 7 of FOX’s American Idol. Since Idol, Cook has continued to stay in the spotlight by hosting her own television program on The Outdoor Channel titled “Outdoors 10 Best” as well as starring in the Versus reality series, “Goin’ Country.”

Influenced at a young age by such vocal powerhouses as Whitney Houston, Shania Twain and Garth Brooks, the Selma, OR native began singing at gigs around American Idol Finalist and near her hometown when she was only 13 Kristy Lee Cook’s Single years old. With an intense love for Country mu‘Airborne Ranger Infantry’ sic, horses and the outdoors, Cook’s energetic, will be released on Brogirl-next-door approach to both her song writken Bow Records in ing and music epitomizes the Country lifestyle.

Photo submitted October 2012.

Cook is currently in the studio working with production team New Voice (Thompson Square) and multi-platinum recording artist Jason Aldean, who is serving as executive producer. Her upcoming single, “Airborne Ranger Infantry,” was cowritten by Cook and is based upon poems her father wrote while serving in the Vietnam War. The single is Cook’s debut on Broken Bow Records and will be released in October 2012.

www.KristyLeeCook.com

Alexandra Chavez

Wife of NY Yankee baseball star, Eric Chavez, Alexandra Chavez is one of the top competitors in the Equestrian World of Showmanship Alexandra “Alex” Chavez is certainly an equestrian to keep your eye on. In just one year she has accomplished more then ever expected with ten all arounds with AQHA and three NSBA top ten world championships. This weekend she is riding in the Reichert Celebration in Texas and will round out her 2012 novice year on her pleasure mare, “Hocus Boston Flame”, with shows in the Scottsdale Classic, Novice World in Tennessee and Congress in Ohio.

Alex is married to professional baseball star, Eric Chavez, of the New York Yankees and are parents of three beautiful children, Diego, Dolce, and Cruz. She often travels to her horse shows around the country with her children in tow. Eric attends many of her shows during the baseball off season--it really is a family affair.

Alex is also a philanthropist and uses her love of horses to help others in need. She has volunteered at Flying Manes, in New York, a non profit that pairs children with special needs and horses.

She helps Strikeouts For Troops, a non profit that helps injured service members and military families and supports horse therapy programs that assist injured troops

uAlexandra, with husband Eric Chavez and children Photos submitted

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In Fashion

Cowgirls

Fashion Forecast Fall 2012

Written By Devanie Gentry

Browns and brights are the colors for fall and don’t forget the accessories to complete your fashionable fall outfit!

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s the season transitions from the heat of summer, Bright Chartreuse, a vital yellow-green, pays homage to a typical spring shade and creates a bridge into the cooling days of fall. Reminiscent of bright green foliage, it provides a perfect accent to every color in the palette. Like the name implies, Pink FlambĂŠ is a delicious, vibrant pink with a bit of heat to it. Pair it with vivacious and enticing Tangerine Tango for an ongoing retro feeling. Or, to bring a calming element to the mix, combine these vibrant warm tones with Ultramarine Green, a deep, cooling blue-green. Ethereal Rhapsody is a grayed-down purple that also encourages comfort and serenity with its quiet, muted tone.

Honey Gold, a mellow, burnished yellow, suggests the soft-muted tones of sunlight to brighten a fall day. Pair it with sensible and strong Olympian Blue, a patriotic blue that will surely make its way into fall and winter athletic apparel. Rich and robust, French Roast is a tasty, sophisticated hue that is a great alternative to the black and charcoal basics typically worn in the fall. A glossy black leather offers a sleek take on autumns new decadent air. Other staple neutrals include elegant and versatile Titanium, the quintessential cool gray, and Rose Smoke, a veiled rose tone that pairs well with Rhapsody and Titanium.

All of these fall colors will end the color of fashions throughout the 2012 year, so be sure to dress to impress!

Browns, turquoise and off white will also be big this fall season...

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Fashion designer Kristine Sampson from Kristi Q Designs says, “Little denim jackets and the new colored wrangler jeans are going to be fun bursts of color for fall. Add a Rockin pair of Cowboy Boots tucked in and you’ve got Cowgirls in Style. Color blocking isn’t just for Rodeo drive. Lose the jacket and add a Black western shirt with bling or reverse your colored black jeans and a bright colored shirt.

Throw on Neon earrings and bracelets to pop your outfit. Fun little frilly skirts with a leather jacket are adorable and gives you another chance to show a pair of loud high shafted designer boots off. Have fun with brighter jewelry and colored jeans. And yes big belts are in! “

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Photo by: Tiffany Ringwood

Denim Jacket by Carhartt

www.carhartt.com

‘Little denim jackets and the new colored wrangler jeans are going to be fun bursts of color for fall.’

-Kristine Sampson Kristi Q Designs fall 2012 | www.CowgirlsInStyle.com

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Latest Cowgirl

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From the BIGGEST Cowgirl Brands www.cowgirltuffco.com Blue Victory Jean | MSRP $96 Medium wash with a Victory cross embroidery, studs and crystals.

Cowgirl Tuff News...

Believe & It’s Possible Tan Jean Dark wash with multi-cross embroidery in tan stitching.

For every “Believe & It’s Possible Tan” jean you purchase, $5 will be donated to the Western Wishes Charity.

For each shirt you purchase (style S00273) $2 will be donated to Western Wishes.

Since 1994, Western Wishes has been making dreams come true for kids with life-threatening illness who love the western way of life. To learn more about Western Wishes and how you can help give back, visit www.westernwishes.org

H00217 | $70 Black allover lace dress with black satin lining

Purchase “Believe and it’s Possible” Jean & $5 goes to Western Wishes

Straight Icing Jean | $85 Light wash straight leg with distressing, allover shimmer and white stitching

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For more information:

www.CowgirlTuffco.com

Cowgirls In Style Pick Our pick is the Blue vintage pullover hood with black buckin’ horse print.

Hot Stuff Jean | $92 Dark wash with thick stitching and stud/ rivet embellishment.

This sweatshirt is the perfect light jacket for fall. Pack it along for your NFR trip!

www.cowgirltuffco.com

Fashions...

In Fashion

Get Your Cowgirl On... www.wranglerwestern.com

Wrangler News...

Wrangler® Western Wear apparel is available nationwide in specialty stores, including work apparel chains, farm & fleet, and western stores, as well as through on-line and catalog retailers. To find a retailer or for more information on the Wrangler family of products visit www.wrangler.com or call 1-888-784-8571.

Rock 47 by Wrangler Low Rise Button Flap Back Pockets with Tribal Print and Brass Studsz

Wrangler Premium Patch Collection with Booty Up Technology Low Rise Flatters Curves Boot Cut MSRP: approx. $69.00

Find Wrangler Western on Facebook at www.facebook. com/wranglerwestern and Twitter at www.twitter.com/wranglerwestern, and for more from Wrangler, visit www.wrangler. com.

Rock 47 by Wrangler Long Sleeve Denim Jacket and Black Skirt trimmed with lace.

For more information: www.wranglerwestern.com

Cowgirls In Style Pick

Rock 47 by Wrangler Long Sleeve Denim Jacket Western Yokes Contrast Leopard Trim Decoration on Back MRSP: approx. $72.00

Our pick is the Rock 47™

by Wrangler® Long Sleeve with Lace Neckline TopBlack/White

Win a trip for two to the 10th and final performance of the 2012 Wrangler NFR!

The asymmetrical hemline, the lace inset at the neckline, the beautifully beautiful, delicate chiffon fabric.

Sweepstakes is open to Wrangler Western Facebook fans who are 18 years of age or older.

www.wranglerwestern.com

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Cowgirl

Fashions... www.Cavenders.com

Cavender’s News...

• Check out the new arrivals at Cavenders.com! with Fall here, Cavender’s has a great assortment of dresses, jeans, shirts, boots and more from the biggest cowgirl name brands.

Affliction® Ladies Jade Patriot Crossroads Boot Cut Jeans

Old Gringo® Ladies Taka Distressed Dark Brown w/ Turquoise & Studs Snip Toe Boots

• The Cavender’s website is very easy to navigate and includes the latest fashions for Fall. The website also includes customer favorites so that you can see what is the latest popular styles.

Take advantage of the FREE SHIPPING on ALL footwear and boots and on orders of $50 or more!

R. Rouge® Ladies Mustard Yellow, Blue, & Red w/ Crystals 3/4 Sleeve Dress

For more information:

www.Cavenders.com

Cowgirls In Style Pick Chiqle® Ladies Denim Stonewash Blue Jean Cropped Jacket

Our pick is the Panhandle Slim® Ladies Grey with Olive Green Rodeo Long Sleeve Tee. Perfect shirt for any rodeo. Pack it for your NFR trip!

www.cavenders.com

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Rodeo Runway

Fall Fashion Sneak Peek!

Photographed by: Tiffany Ringwood Tiffany Jane Photography

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Michon Jennings (left) is wearing Wrangler www.WranglerWestern.com #LJK752X Blk long sleeve knit top Lane Boots: #LB0001A Margaret Gray and Black Emily Mitchell (right) is wearing Wrangler #WJX77UN Unsurpassable Jean Brown Vest # LJK755E Lane Boots #LB0063 Justice

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Kris Webster- Birkeland is wearing Cowgirl Tuff. www.cowgirltuffco.com Layering Cardigan: #F00050 Lace Tank: #F0001 Jeans: Don’t Fence Me In Boots: Stetson www.Stetson.com Necklace: Cowbooty Fashions 28 | Cowgirls In Style | Fall 2012

Michon Jennings is wearing Cowgirl Tuff. www.cowgirltuffco.com Dress: #F00053 Boots: Lane www.Laneboots.com Fall 2012 | www.CowgirlsInStyle.com

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Michon Jennings Grey Leather Jacket by Stetson

Emily Mitchell Brown Leather Jacket by Stetson www.stetson.com 30 | Cowgirls In Style | fall 2012

Kris Webster- Birkeland Suede Leather Jacket by Stetson

Emily Mitchell Vest and Shirt by Carhartt

Michon Jennings Jean Jacket by Carhartt

Clothing Credits Gray Leather Jacket, Brown/Turquoise suede, fringe jacket, Brown Leather jacket (opposite page). www.Stetson.com White Vest/Plaid Shirt, Denim Jacket, Fuchsia Vest (current page). www.Carhartt.com Boots by www.LaneBoots.com and www.Stetson.com Jeans by www.Wrangler.com and www.CowgirlTuff.com Photos by: Tiffany Ringwood Michon Jennings Fuschia Vest by Carhartt Fall 2012 | www.CowgirlsInStyle.com

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By Genevieve Spering

Spirit of a Cowgirl

Genevieve Spering takes us ‘Behind the Scenes’ of the famous Stages West, located in Pigeon Forge, TN. Cowgirls In Style contributing writer, Genevieve Spering, travels the country and brings to you the latest in Cowgirl Fashion from across the U.S.A. Join Genevieve each issue as she brings to us the ‘Spirit of a Cowgirl.’

You’ll never do a whole lot unless you’re brave enough to try. – Dolly Parton

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riving through Pigeon Forge, TN I couldn’t help but feel inspired. After all, Pigeon Forge is home to Dollywood – the iconic amusement park of one of my biggest idols, Miss Dolly Parton. I’ve always loved what Dolly Parton exudes – confidence, charm, a positive attitude, and a style that’s all her own. As I drove along, I thought about Dolly’s magnetic energy and concluded that true beauty is all about rocking what you’ve got and being proud to be yourself. That’s what distinguishes the cowgirls from the girls: self-empowerment from the inside out.

With this in mind, I reached my destination – the only full service premiere Western apparel store in Eastern Tennessee – the fabulous and famous Stages West. What exactly makes Stages West so fabulous? Two words: Cowboy Couture. Cowboy Couture is a self-described term used by the store. It’s when Western wear dances on the edge and gets funky. It’s the latest and greatest trending fashion with Western flavor. It ain’t your grandma’s Western if you know what I mean. Cowboy Couture is all about customizing your look to express your best and most beautiful self. And that’s what we’re after, right ladies?

When I walked inside, I nearly had to pinch myself. Had I died and gone to cowgirl heaven? I tried not to drool…boots galore, smokin’ hot fashion, dazzling jewelry, blinged out belts, and hats, hats, and more hats. A paradise for cowgirl style. Move over Carrie Underwood and Miranda Lambert. I could have easily spent the rest of the day --- heck, the rest of the week shopping. But I was a girl on a mission!

The incredible folks at Stages West put together a photo-shoot just for Cowgirls In Style to feature some red hot looks for the fall season – specifically designed for you, our readers. Check out the photos of models Heather Howard and Michaela Rowe (who also happen to be on the staff of Stages West!).

Like what you see but won’t find yourself in Pigeon Forge, TN? No problem. Check out stageswest.com. The store’s website carries most everything offered in the store along with a fashion blog to keep you updated on what’s hot.

If you do happen to find yourself in Pigeon Forge, then you won’t want to miss a trip to Stages West. In addition to the mecca of fashion, Stages West recently expanded the store to include a fully loaded performance space called Backstage at Stages West.

Big things are planned for this new addition including fashion shows, concerts, and potential album release parties from some of your favorite country artists.

But like outer cowgirl beauty is a reflection of what’s on the inside, so too does Stages West have a ton of heart as well as amazing fashion. It’s a family business – spanning three generations. I couldn’t have met kinder, more generous people than the folks operating and staffing Stages West. The amount of love and detail that goes into every inch of Stages West --- all the way down to their custom hangers --- reflects their pride.

And that’s what makes anything or anyone fabulous – taking pride in who you are and putting your best face forward. Stages West can no doubt give you the Western look you want. It’s up to you to let your soul shine. Be proud, be brave, be beautiful you.

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NFR Checklist

Where to Stay in Las Vegas...

Written By: Devanie Gentry

Now is the time to book your rooms for NFR week! Check out the deals of The MGM Grande and The Monte Carlo.

Very affordable rates with a great location. Close to the rodeo, shopping and entertainment. Book now to reserve your room and get the best location.

The MGM Grand

The MGM Grand includes five outdoor pools, rivers, and waterfalls that cover 6.6 acres a 380,000 sq ft convention center, the MGM Grand Garden Arena, and the Grand Spa. It also houses numerous shops and night clubs, 19 restaurants, and the largest casino in Clark County, which occupies 171,500 sq ft.

A great place to stay during NFR week! Check out their NFR deals. Starting at only $60/night, the MGM Grand is a great location to all of your NFR events.

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NFR Checklist

Things To Do...

Entertainment...

Shopping...

Tim and Faith December 7,8,14 and 15th at the Venetian. www.venetian.com

Cowboy Marketplace

Go Western for 10 Big Days at Mandalay Bay for The Roper Cowboy Marketplace presented by Ford Trucks in Bayside Exhibit Hall D during National Finals. If it’s western, you’ll find it here! Hundreds of Western Lifestyle Exhibitors...all under one roof. Boots, buckles, hats, jewelry, western wear and the list goes on and on...just in time for Holiday Shopping. Entertainment daily and the best part...It’s FREE and OPEN to the public.

More information... www.CowboyMarketPlace.net

Shania Twain December 1, 2, 5, 6, 8, 9, 11, 12, 14, 15th at Ceasers Palace. www.CeasersPalace.com

Cowboy Christmas

Country Christmas

The Stetson Country Christmas Western Gift Expo presented

by Jeffery Scott Fine Magnetics is where the REAL cowboys and cowgirls shop in Vegas during the National Finals. Covering the entire ground floor of the Sands Expo you’ll find everything you need for everyone on your Western Lifestyle Christmas Shopping List. The National Finals last for 11 big days and is the “Superbowl” of the rodeo world. The top names in Professional Rodeo are all here aiming to win the World Championship in their divisions and more.

More Information... www.CountryChristmas.com

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Trace Adkins December 15th at The Riviera www.RivieraHotel.com

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Conveniently located in the North Halls of the Las Vegas Convention Center, at Paradise Road and Desert Inn, just one block east of the famous Las Vegas Strip, this year’s show promises to exceed expectations. Over 300,000 square feet of show floor hosting 400 plus vendors from across the United States and Canada will showcase their unique products which include: customized jewelry, western wear, boots and spurs, furniture, original art, handmade crafts and pottery, as well as providing the best source for the Official Wrangler NFR and PRCA merchandise.

More information... www.NFRExperience.com

Come visit our booth during NFR Week!

Come visit the Cowgirls In Style booth during NFR week! We will be at the Cowboy Marketplace in the Mandalay Bay. We will be including fun giveaways and special guest autograph signings and more!

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Q-Baby Jean with Booty Up® Technology Wrangler® Cowgirl Cut™ Ultimate Riding Jeans.

Turquoise Star Necklace and Turquoise Semi Precious Bracelet www.cowbootyfashions.com

Dawson in Turquoise and Brown. www.LaneBootd.com

Brown Longhorn bag www.cowbootyfashions.com

Cowgirl Up Women’s Rhinestone Burn-Out www.bootbarn.com

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Women’s Brown Leather Jacket $99 http://www.kokopellinh.com

Cowboy Christmas, Country Christmas, Cowboy Marketplace Cruel Girl Georgia Slim Jeans www.CruelGirl.com

Roar Aquarius Pink Plais Shirt. www.RoarUSA.com

Pink Bangel Bracelet Cowbooty Fashions

Stetson Cowboy Boot Distressed Brown and Rose Overlay Vamp and Shaft 12-021-6105-0578 BR

Pink Rhinestone Studded Handbag Cowbooty Fashions

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NFR Checklist Night on the Town

Rhinestone Studded Star Necklace Cowbooty Fashions

Black Lace Dress Cowgirl Tuff www.CowgirlTuffco.com

Silver Rhinestone Studded Bracelet Cowbooty Fashions

Black Rockstar Boots www.Lane Boots.com

Black Rhinestone Studded Handbag Cowbooty Fashions

Rock 47 Jeans by Wrangler

Tough Enough to Wear Pink

Margaret in Gray and Black wwwLane Boots.com

Tough Enough to Wear Pink Shirt by Wrangler

Fuschia Chunky Bracelet Cowbooty Fashions

Black Rhinestone Studded Handbag Cowbooty Fashions

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My NFR Memory 2011 By: Kristi Bevsek

Kristi Bevsek relates her family’s NFR experience as her brother, Casey Colletti competes in the Bareback Riding event

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was able to go to my first ever NFR this last year. It was very special for my family and I because my brother Casey Colletti was #10 in the bareback riding!! :) I always loved going to Vegas, but to be able to support my brother was beyond anything I could have imagined. I wasn’t able to be there the whole week. However, my parents were there from day one!! We kept in touch every night before he rode and I made sure to keep updates on Facebook for those who were unable to watch the rodeo on GAC. Friends and family were also there throughout the week so he definitely had a cheering section the whole time. :) When I was FINALLY able to get out to Vegas it was day 8 (thurs.) and my cousin Tara and I were able to watch him on the big screen at our hotel (flight was delayed an hour & 1/2!) but we had half the bar cheering for him :) When Day 9 rolled around I couldn’t contain my excitement!! I was FINALLY able to go see my brother LIVE! Tara and I made sure we had our signs ready and I made sure everyone in that building heard me cheer him on! And that night Casey WON his very first NFR round!! After the rodeo, we met up with Casey at our hotel so we all could go “in style” in a limo to the buckle presentation and it was all a whirlwind! After everything was said and done, Casey won over $81,000 and we couldn’t be more proud of him!

Photos:

Above: NFR Family pic: Starting left; Shelly Colletti (mom), Casey Colletti, Kristi Bevsek (sister), Chuck Colletti (father) Below: Tara & I pic: Tara Colletti (cousin) & Kristi Bevsek holding signs before Round 9 rodeo; we wanted to make sure our cousin, Taylor Robson was there in spirit that night as she wasn’t able to come with us.

Good Luck photo: Starting left; Taylor Robson (cousin) & Kristi Bevsek; we decorated Casey’s car at our grandparents house the day he was headed out to Las Vegas

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Behind the Chutes

Casey Colletti

Photo by: Jeff Rogers Photography

Bareback Rider and BTuff Model Casey Colletti lets us in on a little of his personal life.

Q’s and A’s with NFR Bareback Rider and BTuff model, Casey Colletti Cowgirls In Style: Where are you from?

Casey Colletti: Pueblo, Colorado CIS: When did you start a love for rodeo/When did you start bareback riding?

CC: I grew up behind the bucking chutes going to rodeos with my dad. I used to get paid $ .50 to pick up riggin’s and saddle bronc saddles from the strippin chutes after the guys would ride. Rodeo has always been a part of my life, but I didn’t actually start riding bareback horses until I was a junior in high school.

CIS: How did it feel to qualify/compete and do so well in the WNFR? CC: To Qualify -- it was a dream come true. It’s something every cowboy shoots for, but I know not everybody accomplishes. It took 10 years of a lot of hard work to get there.

To Compete -- The idea of competing against the top 15 in the

Photo by: Fred McClanahan, Jr

world was just mind blowing. To be there in a bucking chute getting ready to ride knowing this was actually happening was surreal.

Doing Well - I got lucky in that I drew really amazing horses. They brought the best of the best horses and there were some topnotch match-ups between horse and rider. To come home with some money in my pocket was the best feeling ever!

CIS: How does it feel to be the newest BTuff Jeans model?

CC: Weird - to see myself in a magazine is weird. That’s definitely not something I would have ever thought I’d be doing, but it’s been fun.

CIS: What are your goals for this year and the future?

CC: Obviously I want to make it to the WNFR again this year; win the average and be the WNFR champion. I’d like to qualify for as many years as possible.

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11 Time World Champion Barrel Racer...

Charmayne James By: Susan Gentry

At the young age of 14, Charmayne James earned the title of World Champion Barrel Racer. It was a title that she continued to hold for the next 10 years. Charmayne’s story begins in Clayton, New Mexico with little more than open spaces, practice barrels and a drive to succeed. Proving that with grit and determination anything is possible, the young barrel racer began her lifelong career filled with success at every turn. www.charmaynejames11.com

Photo by: Megan Parks

Photo by: John Brasseaux

We are honored to feature an interview with the legendary Charmayne James. She talks about life, family, goals and the love for an unforgettable horse named Scamper.

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Cowgirls In Style: First of all, we would like to send our condolences on the passing of your horse Scamper. You won all of your major races with him. Could you tell us a little bit about him?

Charmayne James: Scamper was the toughest horse in the world, not many people would dispute that. He stayed at the top of his game for 10 consecutive years in spite of injuries and younger and more sound competitors. Scamper has been compared to Secretariat. Scamper competed in a much different sport than Secretariat. Scamper was a rodeo horse traveling many miles in a trailer the day before or the day of competition from rodeo to rodeo. He competed sometimes on bad footing and was smart enough to protect himself when the ground wasn’t the best. In the peak rodeo months he might compete 5 days out of the week and sometimes two to three runs in a day. He seemed to thrive on the amount of runs he made and miles hauled, he ran faster with each race. If he ever needed a break he got it, which wasn’t too often. The most amazing thing is how he tried his hardest each and every run for me. He was a gift and I was so lucky to have him.

“The riders who win the most, have a positive attitude and with a good attitude you can make better decisions.” -Charmayne James C.I.S.: You are an 11 time World Champion Barrel Racer, when did you begin barrels and how did you get your start? How many hours would be spent on practicing?

C.J.: I grew up in Clayton, NM a small town in north eastern NM. I grew up at a feedlot and farm. My parents had me on a horse before I could even walk. I was competing by the age of six at local 4-H horse shows. By age nine I was competing at amateur rodeos on a horse I trained named Bardo. Two summers on Bardo I won around $15k. Bardo broke his leg and tragically had to be put down. During the summer months I would ride from sun up until sun down. I was not always working on my barrel racing when I rode, I helped the cowboys at the feedlot and rode across the prairie looking for animals and old trails. All I wanted to do as a kid was ride and those long hours helped me with balance, timing and just knowing horses; very important components to barrel racing.

Photo by: Jim Odom

C.J.: Put in many hours a day riding so you have the skill necessary to believe in yourself. Also, always try to make your horse love his job. Learning to ride correct from the beginning is very important; one of the worst habits I see is when a rider crosses their hands over the horse’s neck. Your right hand should stay on right side of your horses neck and your left hand on the left side. This will allow you to guide effectively. The riders who win the most have a positive attitude and with a good attitude you can make better decisions. Thank your parents for the opportunity they have given you to own a horse.

“My time these days are dedicated to my family. I have two boys Austin, 4 and Tyler, 8.” -Charmayne James

C.I.S.: Was there a favorite year in your barrel racing history, or is each championship as good as the first?

C.I.S.: You always look put together and fashionable. What are some of your favorite fashions and brands that you wear?

C.J.: The first title in 1984 (it was my first), my tenth title in 1993 (it was the tenth and would be retiring scamper after this year) and my eleventh (I trained a second horse, Cruiser, to win a championship). All of the championships were important and stood for a lot of hard work and sacrifice.

C.J.: I think if you take the time to make your appearance look better and current, it is a reflection of how you appear to yourself and others. When you are trying to win, take every advantage you can to feel good about yourself. Some of my favorite jeans are Citizens of Humanity and 7 from Nordstrom’s. My boots are Corral. I get so many complements about them. Boerne, Texas is where I live and it has some great little shops. My favorites are Ella Blue and Daisy Pearl.

C.I.S.: What words of advice would you give a young girl who has dreams of becoming a world champion barrel racer?

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C.I.S.: After a career of championship winnings, what are you currently doing now?

A Tribute to Scamper...

C.J.: My time these days are dedicated to my family. I have two boys Austin, 4 and Tyler, 8. Their education is a big priority for Tony and I. Tony is the head coach of Tyler’s baseball team, Boerne Athletics. We spend a lot of time playing baseball with the boys. I put on around ten barrel racing clinics per year, work with my sponsors to help develop new products. Cactus saddles, Professional Choice, Twister Trailers, TLC animal nutrition.

Now that Clayton’s (Scamper’s clone) offspring is old enough to train I will be working with the young horses I have raised. I try to manage my time between family and work just like every other parent.

C.I.S.: Tell us about your clinics?

C.J.: At my schools I teach a very rounded program of correct mechanics, timing, body control for horse and rider, proper position going to and around the barrels, drills, winning attitude, and care of the horse. Horses are so willing to learn and if they can feel a fly on them our movement should be just enough to get the job done. Many hours of riding will help with balance and security so a rider isn’t afraid and can focus on the placements of their weight in the saddle and proper motion of their hands. It is a lot of work but the end result is so worth it. I love to see my student’s improvement and the horses liking their job.

C.I.S.: What goals do you have for the future?

C.J.: My goals or plans are to make sure I have given Tyler and Austin tools necessary to become productive citizens of our great country. I have been so fortunate to make a living doing what I love to do and I want to help my boys do the same. I’m hoping to have one of my students go on to the NFR and win a championship. I would like for Clayton’s offspring to do well and carry on Scamper’s legacy.

More Information...

For more information on Charmayne James, visit her website at: www.Charmaynejames11.com Follow Charmayne on Facebook and Twitter.

Photo by: Kenneth Springer Taken from the Charmayne James Blog ...

JULY 4, 2012 (Boerne, Texas) – Gills Bay Boy, known the world over as “Scamper,” passed away peacefully to greener pastures on the morning of July 4, 2012. Perhaps appropriately, he chose the date of a joyous holiday to leave this earth—a day of celebration fit for the life of a horse that was, in and of himself, a gift. Foaled in 1977, Scamper was one of the most iconic figures in the equine industry, dominating the barrel racing ranks from the early 1980s until his retirement in 1993. The gelded son of Gills Sonny Boy out of the mare Drapers Jay was in good health to the end, immaculately cared for by his constant companion, Charmayne James.

What a gift he was,” says James. “It’s sad that he is gone but what a life he had. It’s something to be celebrated.”

Adjectives fall short to describe Scamper’s iconic career but amazing, incredible and stoic all come to mind. Scamper is easily defined by his performance record, which was perfect.

Achieving 10 world championships in the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association, he teamed with James to earn National Finals Rodeo average titles in 1984, 1986, 1987, 1989, 1990 and 1993.

The duo won an incredible ten Rodeo Houston titles and countless circuit and major rodeo championships on their way to earnings of well over $1 million.

Together Scamper and Charmayne defined an era in rodeo and their famous round-winning bridleless ride perhaps best epitomizes the relationship between horse and rider; a onein-a-million partnership that was loyal and true to the end.

Defying all odds, the unassuming bay raced his way into the hearts of millions, taking a shy ranch girl from Clayton, N.M. with him. From feedlot pony to equine legend, Scamper’s conformation, attitude and mental and physical toughness endeared him to the public. His smooth-as-glass style coupled with great speed made him a formidable horse for the competition to face.

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The Latest in Denim Styles

Denim

We uncover some of the favorite jean styles and the right fit for you!

Written By: Susan Gentry

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elcome to our annual “Celebrating Denim issue. We know you love your favorite jeans and we want to update you on the latest styles, most comfortable fit and the jeans that make you look your best. We will be featuring three of some of the best selling jeans for women, including Wrangler, Cowgirl Tuff and Cruel Girl.

What are some of the latest fashions in denim this year you ask? Well, we’re looking at bold, solid color boot cut and skinny jeans. Some great styles are from Wrangler. These bold colors have been popular this past summer and will continue to be in the forefront of fashion throughout the fall and winter months. Also, look to wear denim with denim. Denim shirts with jeans, denim jackets, vests all will look good on you, it’s a denim year universally in fashion.

Latest Denim Fashions....

Denim with Denim Denim with denim is another style that is back! Wear your favorite denim shirt or vest with your favorite jeans. Accessorize with a rhinestone belt and you are set. Shirt and vest by Wrangler.

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Jean Jackets Jean Jackets are back in style with a vengeance. Dark and faded denim also solid colors. Watch for little jean jackets to go with cotton skirts and of course to match your favorite jeans.

Jean Jacket by Wrangler.

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uWrangler Solid Color Skinny Jeans

We asked you what your favorite jeans were and these are some of the comments...

Wrangler’s solid color “Booty Up Jeans” come in an array of different colors.

Look for more Wrangler styles at:

Rock 47 by Wrangler Low Rise Button Flap Back Pockets with Tribal Print and Brass Studs

Wrangler Booty Up’s for sure! They are the most comfy jeans ever!

-Tiffany Scogin

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Wrangler Jeans... you know them, you wear them and you love them! Since 1943, Wrangler has been the genuine source for comfortable jeans and western apparel.

uCowgirl Tuff Western apparel that incorporates trendy fashion without compromising comfort.

Cowgirl Tuff’s “Don’t Fence Me In” jeans are their most popular.

Loveee my Rock 47 Jeans by Wrangler! Great fit, affordable price and quality that you would expect from Wrangler with styles that can take you from hanging out at a Back Road Arena to The Lights of Las Vegas! That’s where they have taken me!!

-Teri Flow

Cowgirl Tuff’s Glamour Jeans. These dark wash ladies’ jeansave thick contrast stitching and crystal bling accents on the belt loops and pockets.

Look for more Cowgirl Tuff styles at: CowgirlTuffco.com

Cowgirl Tuff... Western apparel that incorporates trendy fashion without compromising comfort.

Q-babies are the best! comfy & they wash & starch really well! out on the town, cleaning around the ranch or everyday wear, they’re the all the time jeans!

-Taylor Papillion I love my Cowgirl Tuff ‘Dn’t Fence Me In.’ The dark, orange and the originals. They all fit great and last a long. It’s a wonderful product.

-Stephanie Schmitz I love Cowgirl Tuff Jeans! They are so comfy and make you look like your on a Runway while riding your horse in a rodeo, fun show, etc. They make heads turn! I love the Victory Jeans..I’d have to say they are my favorite!!

-Brianna Blanchard I’ve worn Cinch Jeans for years. I’m not a huge fan of low rise jeans while I’m riding and they tend to not wear out as fast.

-Casey Berry I have worn the Georgia style Cinch Jean for many years. They are my favorite.!

-Shyla

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uCruel Girl...

Cruel Girl denim is known as a high quality, rodeo-performance, fashion-forward brand that meets the athletic demands of any sassy cowgirl.

The Georgia comes in Slim & Relaxed, and also Medium Stonewash, Dark Stonewash, and Stretch.

New Fall Style is the Cora with the following features; dark rinse, heavy tint, hand sanding, whiskers, tacking, stretch, ultra low rise, slim boot cut leg

Look for more Cruel Girl styles at: CruelGirl.com

Georgia Dark-Slim: CB51253010

The Cora is: CB34354071

Jean Fitting Tips...

If you’re athletic: Straight cuts are better on you than skinnies. Boyfriend jeans volumize. Fading at the thighs adds width.

If you’re plus size: Boyfriends are fine- if they’re not too baggy. Have a tummy? Straight-Legs never fail! Stretch fits you. Stretchy Jeans, Flared legs work if you’ve got some height. Make sure that your jeans have at least 2% lycra.

If you’re tall: Wide legs and a fitted waist works great!

If you have narrow hips and broad shoulders a lighter wash, boyfriend style adds volumes.

What’s Your Jean Style?

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Cowgirl’s Social Some fun photos since our last issue...

Summer Cover Girl, Shea Fisher excited to receives the Summer issue of Cowgirls In Style magazine in the mail!

Cowgirls In Style magazine was at the Little Texas concert, still an amazing band!

Behind the scenes of our Fall Photo Shoot

Editor-in-chief Susan and editor Devanie relaxing this past Summer at an Oasis retreat. A little sun and relaxation.

Horse Training 101

By Dana Hokana

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hat is a good seat? When you have a good seat you are able to catch your horse’s rhythm. You are able to flow with your horse.

How do you know if you have a good seat?

Can you just picture watching certain riders who look like they are one with their horse? They make it look effortless and easy. I want to help you to develop a strategy to improve your seat. When your seat is improved you can get closer and closer to riding as one with your horse. Soon, you too will be able to catch the rhythm and flow with your horse. All you need is some knowledge, a “stick with it” mentality, and a little hard work. You will soon be on your way to being a better rider.

Let’s start with increasing your knowledge of your body and your horse’s rhythm and gaits. Your body is made up of many movable parts and joints. It would be unrealistic to expect that you could sit still on a horse and never move.

Some part of you has to move with the horse. So, my key for you is to teach you what part of you needs to move.

Your hips or pelvis need to be flexible and move with your horse. They will be your primary breaking or pivot point.

Not your waist or your upper body, but your hips. As you learn to unlock your hips and relax your lower back, you can sit down or back on your pockets and engage the first and most important body part needed in having a good seat, that is your seat! Through your seat you can learn to feel your horse. Feel his rhythm, his motion, and the definite beat to his gaits. I teach my riders to look for, listen for, and 56 | Cowgirls In Style | Fall 2012

feel for their horse’s rhythm. I teach them some tips and exercises to help make this easier. I will explain some of these to you. To become a truly great rider you need to understand your body and your horse’s body. Your horse is also made up of many movable parts and joints and to add to that he has three separate distinguishable gaits, unless he is a gaited horse. Each of those gaits has a separate beat. As you learn about your horse’s gaits you can look for the feel or beat through your body and unlock your body with his and become “hooked up” or one with his gaits. The walk is a four beat gait, the trot a two beat, and the lope or canter is a three beat gait. Start with the trot, it is the easiest gait to catch. It has a definite one, two, one, two beat. The better trot your horse has the more definite the beat. If you have trouble feeling the gait, speed him up a little to encourage him to engage in his gait. Look for that rhythm, as you learn to feel it, allow your body to move with or catch the rhythm remembering to unlock your hips and allow them to catch the beat. The lope or canter is harder with some horses to feel the exact one, two, three, one, two, three, but it does have a moment of roll or lift that you can look for and catch. It goes like this, one, two, hesitate or lift, then three. That moment of hesitation is a moment of lift or suspension when your horse carries all of his body weight on his outside hind leg and it gives that rocking chair feel, and you can learn to catch it like a rocking chair. Relax your seat enough to catch that beat. The walk is a one, two, three, four, one, two, three, four. Practice feeling this rhythm while you ride your horse at all three gaits.

Another key point to gaining a good seat is to learn to control your breathing. Breathing truly does relate to a good seat and I’ll explain how. When you breathe correctly, taking a full deep breath; breathing through your diaphragm, your seat aligns itself in the correct position on your horse.

Deep breathing expands your ribcage and positions your seat correctly on your horse. A short shallow breath encourages an arch in your back and brings your tail bone up off your horse. This can also encourage you to lift your seat up off the horse and lean forward which then breaks that communication between your seat and your horse. So remember, good correct deep breathing will greatly improve your seat and your riding on your horse. It also relaxes you and makes you more aware of your body, your horse’s body and his gaits. You also send a confident message when you are relaxed and in control of your horse and your body. As your seat is centered where it belongs, your balance improves which allows your hand and leg cues to become

smoother and clearer and your timing becomes better.

I am not discounting the age old teaching that ideal position on your horse is a straight line from the ear through the shoulders, then through the hip, knee and heel is important. I agree that proper alignment through your body is important, but, it all starts with your seat and learning where your seat is most effective on your horse. The key is to first position your seat on your horse, then align the rest of your body. A real good exercise to help you to align your body position on your horse is to stand in your stirrups, make sure someone is holding you horse and that you have a safe horse to use, you can hold onto the horn for balance if you need to. When you stand, relax your knees and ankles driving your heels to the ground, then tuck your

fanny and stretch your upper body up to the sky. Relax your shoulders down and back. After you are comfortable holding this position for a moment, sit back down, but, this is really important, don’t sit back down like you are sitting in a chair, slowly fold down to the saddle landing first on your crotch, then roll back until you are sitting on your pockets.

This exercise helps to keep your whole body in alignment on the horse. When you feel yourself get out of balance or out of position, stop your horse, stand and reposition and try again. I often have my riders do this exercise as well as a series of other exercises to encourage proper body position. If you would like more information on these exercises, I have produced a DVD titled Take Control Vol. 1-How to be a More Effective Rider, this DVD gives a lot more ideas and exercises to help you develop into the best rider that you can be.

Dana Hokana is one of the top female trainers in the Quarter Horse industry. Dana’s video series, the Winning Strides Series, is designed to educate horse owners and riders from the basics to competing at high levels in the show arena.

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owhorse Creations owner, Christine Cassidy makes each pair of BLING stirrups. “If you can dream it, I can make it, zebra, cheetah, animal prints, xpistols, wings and crosses and conchos, and many more custom designs,” says Christine. “I offer many styles of stirrups, they are aluminum stirrups, traditional barrel racers, western stirrups, slanted stirrups, kid stirrups and ropers. I use Swarovski crystal’s and 100’s of them go on each set of stirrups. I will customize every pair with any colors and designs. I do awards stirrups in many styles, I also offer custom color coated stirrups and I can hand paint, logos or award initials, and custom artwork. I use top of the line jewelers glue, and use a diamond hard top coat.” To order contact Christine at cowhorsecreations@yahoo.com.......

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The 2013 Miss Rodeo America Pageant is December 6-12, 2012 at the MGM Grand

Hotel & Casino. A couple events you do not want to miss include...

Cowgirl Kickoff Party-Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 7:00p.m.

WNFR Luncheon-Friday, December 7, 2012 at 12:00p.m. Cowgirl Fashion Show “True Glitz”-Saturday, December 8, 2012 at 12:30p.m. Lunch will be served prior to Fashion Show at 11:45a.m. Coronation-Wednesday, December 12, 2012 at 10:30a.m.

Tickets go on sale August 13, 2012 and can be purchased at www.missrodeoamerica.com. Stay with us at the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino or the Excalibur Hotel during the 2013 Miss Rodeo America Pageant and use our booking codes for a cheaper rate!

MGM GRAND HOTEL & CASINO Sunday-Thursday $70.00 Friday-Saturday $130.00 To make reservations visit THIS BOOKING LINK or call 1-877-880-0880 Booking Code: MRODEO12 Deadline: October 30, 2012 Room Rates Include: Resort Fee, Free Internet Access, Free Cardio Room Access, Free Boarding Pass Printing, Bags to Go (to and from McCarran) 1 Free Drink Coupon, 1 Free Nightclub Pass, 2 for 1 Buffet Coupon.

MGM GRAND HOTEL & CASINO SIGNATURE SUITES Junior Suite: Sunday-Thursday $100.00; Friday-Saturday $150.00 1 Bedroom Suite: Sunday-Thursday $150.00; Friday-Saturday $195.00 To make reservations visit THIS BOOKING LINK or call 1-877-727-0007 Booking Code: SIGRODEO Deadline: October 30, 2011 Room Rates Include: Resort Fee, Free Internet Access, Free Cardio Room Access, Free Boarding Pass Printing, 1 Free Drink Coupon, 1 Free Nightclub Pass, 2 Free Bottles of Water per Day.

Watch for the Winter issue of Cowgirls In Style magazine coming out mid-November. It is our Miss Rodeo America Special issue and we will be featuring MRA Queen MacKenzie Carr on our cover with a cover story and also including all things rodeo royalty! If you haven’t subscribed yet, do it now as you will not want to miss this issue.

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Meet Trisha Smeenk ...

Miss Rodeo U.S.A. Trisha Smeenk reigns as Miss Rodeo USA for 2012.

She received the crown on January 15, 2012 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma in conjunction with the International Finals Rodeo.

Trisha is the first South Dakotan to receive the honor as the 48th official ambassador for the International Professional Rodeo Association. “It has been my dream since I was a little girl growing up on a ranch in western South Dakota. I have been fascinated with rodeo since I was born,” Smeenk said.

Trisha also spends time “Continuing a family legacy, I competed in my first serving her rodeo at age 5 and the rest is history!”

country in the Air National Guard

Trisha believes in the importance of lifelong learning and is taking time off from her studies at South Dakota State University where she is pursuing her master’s degree in Counseling and Human Resource Development. She grew up on the back of a horse where she competed in 4-H, Little Britches and High School Rodeo. She spent four years as a western rider for South Dakota State University’s Equestrian Team.

The 114th Fighter Wing of Sioux Falls, South Dakota has a special place in Trisha’s heart. Trisha is a staff sergeant and has served over seven years as a proud member of the South Dakota Air National Guard. She works in Public Affairs and is grateful of the support she receives inside and out of the arena. With the desire and commitment I have, I can’t imagine a better way to spend 2012 than representing Miss Rodeo USA and the International Professional Rodeo Association. Go to www.MissRodeo.com to find out more about Trisha.

Rodeo Queen University Rodeo Queen University was founded by Stanley & Jamie Rauch of Moses Lake, Washington

in 2011 to help educate rodeo committee and queens the importance of mentoring, utlilizing, directing, and educating in a successful rodeo queen program. This is a program where both the committees and the queens can grow in knowledge, self esteem and confidence. Jamie Rauch wrote her first book last year entitled, “Teach The Teachers - A Guide For Rodeo Queen Committees” and offered a clinic around the book. Rodeos throughout the Northwest were invited to the clinic and for each rodeo committee represented the Rauch’s awarded their reigning queen a $200 educational scholarship.

Rodeo Queen Bible Camp was Phenominal! The Rauch’s felt blessed and honored to have some of the top RQU Camp Professors in the country come share their talents with us. Twenty young women including Kylie Kooistra, Miss Rodeo Washington 2012 and Riata Marchant, Little Miss Rodeo Washington 2012 learned valuable life skills and participated in character building classes along with rodeo queen and rodeo education skills classes. A total of 95 people came to celebrate the girls’ success during a mock pageant and taco buffet. Food for the camp was provided in the cowgirl kitchen by Chef KayCee Torson and the Rowdy Bunch Catering Company,” states Rauch.

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Kelli Jackson

Where Are They Now? Miss Rodeo America 2010 After this issue went to press, Kelli and her fiancé, David,got married in Sturgis, Mississippi at her home church. David and Kelli met the August after her year as Miss Rodeo America and were engaged this past April. David is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Agronomy (plant and soil sciences) at Mississippi State University.

While he never competed in rodeos, David was raised on a cattle ranch and loves all things related to agriculture. Following their wedding, Kelli will change her name to Kelli Russell. Professionally and socially (as well as in the rodeo world) ) She will go by Kelli Jackson Russell.

When I am asked how I began competing in rodeos, I enjoy answering that I am a first generation cowgirl. I have had a horse since I was born, but I did not grow up riding competitively. That all changed with an invitation from family friends to attend a local rodeo.

As the old cliché goes, “the rest was history.”

I entered my first rodeo—a Little Britches Rodeo—at age ten, and never looked back! I don’t think that either of my parents could have ever imagined that we would go from entering local shows near our home to traveling to the National Little Britches Finals Rodeo [at that time held] in Colorado Springs, Colorado in a matter of two

years. I competed in almost all of the girl’s rodeo events: barrel racing, pole bending, goat tying, and breakaway roping in both the National Little Britches Rodeo Association and the National High School Rodeo Association. I was blessed to win numerous awards including a NLBRA World Championship title in Pole Bending, a regional yearend NLBRA all-around title, a four-year NHSRA All-Star Team Member, and two time National High School Finals Rodeo qualifier.

Without that simple invitation to the local rodeo, I believe that my life would be drastically different than it is now. I would not have had the great memories, friendships, and life-lesson benefits of being a competitor in the National High School Rodeo and National Little Britches Rodeo Associations; I also probably wouldn’t have become Miss Rodeo America.

That stark re-

alization—that one little invitation changed the course of my youth and young adulthood—inspired me years ago and still inspires me today to be a spokesperson for the sport of rodeo.

My year as Miss Rodeo America 2010 was truly the ride of a lifetime. I treasure the friends that I met throughout the year and the beautiful places that I traveled while wearing the Miss Rodeo America Landstrom’s Original Black Hills gold crown. From the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo to the Mt. Isa Rodeo, an Australian Professional Rodeo (and the southern hemisphere’s richest rodeo), I was blessed to ride at countless amazing rodeos! I would be remiss if I tried to recount my “favorite” rodeos as I cherish each rodeo for various reasons. I will never forget the indescribable, incredible feeling of being able to represent my country, my sport, and my faith as I wore the Miss Rodeo America ban-

ner—it is a feeling like no other.

At the encouragement of a former Miss Rodeo America, I kept a running tally of a few statistics: I took 106 flights as Miss Rodeo America (checking 2,744 pounds of luggage). RAM Rodeo gave me the keys to a brand new vehicle eight times to use during my stay at various rodeos. I pushed cattle at 30 rodeo performances and carried Old Glory into the arena 35 times for our national anthem. I had attempted to count the number of autograph sheets I signed, the cans of hair spray I used,

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could not have been more proud when Stone Horses made a model horse out of her image, commemorating “Miss Rodeo America 2010’s horse—Tax Return 1989 (Tausha).” It seems only fair that the little, fast, high-spirited mare that I rode at so many rodeos received some sort of credit for helping foster my love of rodeo.

Kelli on Fashion

the number of mornings that I woke up before 5:00am, but I completely lost count. The numbers, while fun to look back on, don’t do my year justice as the people I met were what made it such an incredible journey.

Throughout my time as Miss Rodeo Mississippi and Miss Rodeo America, I rode eighty-nine stock contractor horses at various PRCA rodeos. I developed soft spots for several of them—namely Harry Vold’s Spot. I rode Spot for all of my introductions at the National Finals Rodeo and for several fly bys at various rodeos throughout the year. He is everything you’d want in a good rodeo horse—solid as a rock, fast, and has a quirky personality. Other notable favorites were PRCA pickup man Shawn Calhoun’s Kemper and PRCA pickup man Gary Rempel’s Quizno—both incredible horses owned by great horsemen. Additionally, I’d love to give a shout-out to PRCA pickup man Paul Peterson for allowing me to use his NFR pickup horse, Perks Easy Charger, for my Wrangler autograph sheet photograph. Personally, my barrel horse, a little sorrel mare known as “Tausha” around my barn, is my favorite horse.

My family bought her when she was eight and I was ten at Martha and R.E. Josey’s ranch. She’s retired now, but I owe much of my rodeo success to her.

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My everyday styles is the same as what my style as Miss Rodeo America was— clean tailing, classic basics, and several statement pieces. While I traded my Justin’s and Wrangler’s for business suits and heels for my job as a Congressional staffer, my style and love of western fashion hasn’t changed.

I have always loved the simplicity and style of a crisp western button down and a pair of Wrangler jeans. Like a navy business suit, they ooze authenticity, professionalism, and dependability; all traits that I hope that I exhibit daily in my fashion choices. I have enjoyed the pleasure of working with so many different western designers and retailers—Wrangler (love the sassy Rock 47s!), Justin (who can’t adore the comfort of the AQHA line of boots?), Montana Silversmiths (incredible line of statement jewelry!), Jan Faulkner (such amazing tailoring!) and I could go on for days!

The Impact of MRA

Miss Rodeo America has impacted my life in profound ways--before, during, and after my year as Miss Rodeo America 2010.

My first encounter with a Miss Rodeo America was in the fall of 2000. I met Brandy DeJongh Whitlow at the Dallas Market and I was instantly in awe of her confidence, kindness, and grace.

I immediately hung her MRA poster on my wall when I returned home. I was fortunate to meet every Miss Rodeo America but one over the next ten years. My love of the sport of rodeo combined with their example—led me to compete for Miss Rodeo Mississippi and Miss Rodeo America.

“While I traded my Justin’s and Wrangler’s for business suits and heels for my job as a congressional staffer, my style and love of western fashion hasn’t changed.”

-Kelli Jackson Below: Kelli and Miss Rodeo Colorado 2010, Kasie Pigg

Kelli on MRA Advice

Be yourself. Be confident. Have no regrets.

I enjoy asking young women if they know why Miss Rodeo America chooses a different young woman each year to hold the title. Most people answer that it is because the schedule is so demanding that a young woman is too worn out after one year to do another.

I disagree. I believe that the reason we need a new Miss Rodeo America each year is because each Miss Rodeo America is unique and each unique young woman brings something different to the year and to the title. All too often I see young women aspire to be someone else, all the while shedding their unique qualities, trying to become a copy-cat version of someone else. Emulation is a wonderful thing; imitation is not. I encourage all aspiring rodeo queens to discover what makes them unique—be it their accent, their freckles, their fashion style, etc.—and confidently embrace those little oddities instead of trying to cover them up.

Kellie and 2011 MRA Queen McKenzie Haley

I constantly reflected on three quotes as I prepared for Miss Rodeo America: “It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better.

The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends himself in a worthy

cause; who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who neither know victory nor defeat.”

–Theodore Roosevelt CAFB Tour: With Congressman Alan Nunnelee (pictured lower right) on a visit to The future belongs to those Columbus Air Force Base in Columbus, Mississippi. (Kelli second row, far right) who believe in the beauty of their dreams. –Eleanor What are your goals?

Roosevelt The only thing you can’t recycle is I aspire to spend my life and career working on behalf of my faith, family, wasted time. –Anonymous Those three quotes reminded me to be and my community. David and I look myself, to believe in myself, and to pre- forward to hopefully one day raising a family on a ranch as well as pursuing pare for the pageant with no regrets. careers in public service and agriculWhat are you currently doing? ture related fields. I will use my Miss I currently serve as a Field Represen- Rodeo America scholarship to pursue tative for United States Congressman a Master’s Degree in Political Science Alan Nunnelee, who represents Mis- with the goal of continuing to work in sissippi’s First Congressional District. government and public policy.

I serve as a spokesperson and liaison for Congressman Nunnelee within the Two years following my journey as congressional district, working with Miss Rodeo America, I am still inspired economic development groups, busi- by the women who wore the crown nesses, government officials on his before me, motivated by our western behalf. I also handle all agriculture lifestyle and way of living, encouraged and agriculture-related congressional by the people that became my rodeo inquiries for Congressman Nunnelee, family, and humbled by the continued allowing me to continue my passion of love and support of all the individuals I working with and on behalf of Missis- met along the ride. sippi’s farmers and producers.

Similar to my time as Miss Rodeo America, no two days are ever the same. For example, this week, I have started the mornings working on agriculture related issues, attend lunch meetings with the Congressman, and in the afternoons toured various industrial businesses’ manufacturing facilities to discuss the needs of Mississippi’s manufacturing communities. I am blessed to have the opportunity to (again) work on behalf of my home state and to work with such a great boss and wonderful team.

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Cowgirl EntrEpreneur

e Th a Lis in ll o B tory S

Meet Lisa Bollin, Founder and Owner of

Cowgirl Tuff www.cowgirltuffco.com

Cowgirls In Style: How and when did you get into the fashion industry?

Lisa Bollin: As a little girl, I always loved clothes. I went to fashion merchandising school and have been in fashion for 25 years.

employees did you start out with, how many do you have now) ?

L.B.: Started it with 3 family members myself, my husband Kirk and my daughter Lexie. Right now, we have 32 employees and 10 national sales reps.

C.I.S.: When did you come up with the idea of Cowgirl Tuff clothing and how did you come up with the name?

L.B.: I got the idea in 1999 when I was at NFR and I couldn’t find anything cool.

C.I.S.: Any fun info about Cowgirl Tuff that is coming up that you would like to share?

L.B.: Really making people aware of B. Tuff-”B. Real, B. Strong, B. Tuff” and the fit of the jean.

C.I.S.: Do you come up with the new fashions/styles, or is it a group effort?

L.B.: I come up with the ideas, but it is a team effort to coordinate it to the final product.

C.I.S.: Tell a little bit about your life... any family info. ..., do you live in the country, animals you own, rodeo events you have or currently compete in...

L.B.: I Live on 80 acres w/5 horses, 12 cats, 2 dogs. I barrel race when there is free time, cause I LOVE it! I also enjoy spending time on the boat with my family.

C.I.S.: Do you have a favorite Cowgirl Tuff item of clothing?

L.B.: Dark Don’t Fence Me In for riding everyday.

Rockstar-Makes me feel creative!

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C.I.S.: We get a lot of comments from girls wondering how they can become a big name jean model. What is your advice?

L.B.: Be professional, develop a portfolio, get advice from photographers, use modeling agencies.

C.I.S.: What is your favorite movie?

L.B.: Secretariat – Because she believed in the colt

C.I.S: What do you hope to accomplish in your future or have you accomplished it?

L.B.: I have accomplished a lot more than I ever planned.

But I would love to travel the world more and spend more time with my family and horses.

C.I.S.: Favorite artist or band?

L.B.: I love wide varieties of music. Miranda Lambert and Pinkstrong, independent women. Chris LeDoux-Rocks out western, relate to the lifestyle.

C.I.S: Any advice for those who want to get into fashion?

L.B.: Having a background in retail/sales, fashion merchandising, management and any customer service. You really need to know the needs of your customers, because they are who matters!

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www.heatherswildrags.com Find us on Facebook and Pintrest Heather’s Wild Rags started when a friend asked me if I could fix his ‘favorite’ Wild Rag. He was so pleased that he asked me if I could make him a few more. Many request for Wild Rags, I decided to start a small business.

I pride myself on the fact that my Wild Rags are 100% hand-made by me in the

USA!!! I make Wild Rags that are built for style.

I hand dye custom colors for my customers. I can also hand draw your personalized ‘Brand’ on my Wild Rags for an even more one-ofa-kind design.

I can add “Bling” to a Wild Rag for the Ladies. We can add a company name, rodeo, school, what ever you would like.

Also, contact us for Western Weddings!

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Wild Wild Bleu is a unique c o l l e c t i o n , h a n d - p i c ke d by the two of us - Tierney & Leslie....sister friends who saw something that we loved, and hoped you might love it too. We adore anything that’s simply unique, vintage inspired, just plain lovely, or nods to our western heritage. If you find something to call your

own at Wild Bleu, we hope it makes you feel beautiful. The name of our fun little haven is a tribute to our babies, Berkleigh Bleu and Barron Bleu, whose wild-hearted, barefooted, bleu-eyed, milk and honey, little lives are a constant reminder of the chaos that inspires us.

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Caroline Riepler is a wife, mother and entrepreneur.

She was raised in Colorado.

Before starting Little Journeys World, Caroline used her talents to craft gifts and treasures for friends and family, but when she and her infant son were hit head-on by a drunk driver, her life was nearly destroyed. It was a long journey to recover,

both physically and emotionally.

Hand crafting and designing products, particularly with little people in mind, was therapeutic for Caroline. This is how Little Journeys World company began.

Caroline’s brand called WESTERN BORDER is her most popular one.

More products can be found on her website www.littlejourneysworld.com and her Facebook Pages: Western Border or Little Journeys World.

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Cowgirl Convertibles, Inc is a company based on an innovative women’s clothing design. Our uniquely fashioned convertible shirts come in a variety of fabrics, trims, and accessories.

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Please visit our website at cowgirlconvertibles.org and see all of our lovely, custom made shirts.

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Tina Lambing Goin’ Western

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e are your online directory to find western businesses and services. Anything from rugged to luxurious. If you have a western business make sure to get it listed with www.goinwestern.com . And don’t forget to stop by our booth at the National Finals Rodeo in Vegas. You will be able to see samples from the businesses listed on GoinWestern.com and have a chance to win gift certificates for their businesses. And you can pick up their information too!

Check out these Fine Advertisers of Goin’ Western!

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Blogs: www.horsesandheels.com www.cashmereandcamo.com

Rodeo Queen/Arena Attire: www.justflydesigns.com www.rodeauxwesternwear.com Gifts/Accesories www.redskydesigns.com www.cleverpromo.com www.facebook.com/CowgirlIam www.facebook.com/TheLuckyHare www.pewtergifthorse.com www.etsy.com/shop/WesternSunset www.facebook.com/pages/Fried-GreenAprons/1054592828399386?ref=hl Western Kids: www.westernjourneys.com Western Stores: www.respectfulhorse.com

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Advertise with Goin Western and get your business promoted in Print and Online!

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Personalize your favorite horse into a replica stuffed pony!

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ucky Hare was formed when Andrea Schellenberg woke one morning wanting to make her young boys a stuffed horse. Her youngest son, who is a year old, had been given a stuffed horse by his Grandmother for Christmas. Andrea carefully dismantled it for the pattern, and it took her all day to recreate. Excited to show her accomplishment, she posted it on Facebook to show family and friends. The response was overwhelmingly supportive, and to top things off, as often happens with social media, her creation went a little “viral.”

Andrea has not always been sewing, though. She has a very busy life. She manages the nearly 100acre family farm, takes care of three very active country boys, assists her husband with two businesses that he runs, and she raises a few fine Quarter Horses, which she considers her true labor of love. Andrea’s family is very mission-minded, and the five of them just recently returned from a month-long trip to a Mission Academy in Guyana, South America, deep in the heart of the rain forest.

Many people have joined hands with Andrea to make Lucky Hare possible. Andrea is fulfilling a dream she never knew she had.

Every single day she meets new people, and establishes positive

Owner and founder Andrea Schellenberg

Photo by: Horton Studios

relationships through her joyous, kind-hearted spirit.

Andrea’s ponies come in various sizes and every color imaginable. According to Andrea, every pony is a joy to create. Some customers, although she prefers to call them friends instead of customers, ask her to create custom ponies in specific color patterns, and some prefer to be surprised, much like the birth of a new foal. The most popular of the two is the custom pony, of course. The customers send photos of their favorite horse, and Andrea artistically recreates their pony in precious, stuffed form.

The sizes vary. The smallest pony, the one she affectionately calls the “foal,” is approximately 7” tall and 8” long.

The medium pony, which is the most popular of the three sizes is 13” tall and 14” long. The largest of the three, which is nearly three feet tall, is proving to be a very sought-after creation.

Lucky Hare may have evolved by accident, but each month proves it to grow stronger and stronger. Andrea’s pride shows in each pony, and customers can’t wait to get their hands on one of their own. You cannot mistake the joy it brings to Andrea when a customer sends in a happy picture of their pony in its new home. Andrea is working hard to bring new variations of this fun pony to Lucky Hare in time for Christmas.

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Around the Barrel

A Special Photo Shoot

Around The Barrel‌

with Taci Shaffer

Photos by: Laura McClure www.cowgirlglitterati.com

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Cowgirls In Style: Where are you from?

Taci Shaffer: Hyde Park, Utah C.I.S.: Tell a little bit about yourself?

T.S: I am a lover of life and I live life to the fullest everyday. I am very enthusiastic and I have a wide interest in many different things. I always say, “life is what you make of it.” I believe that if you can dream it, you can truly become it. One of my favorite quotes is, “Our greatest fear is not that we are inadequate, our greatest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light not our darkness that most frightens us.”

C.I.S.: How did you get started in barrel racing?

T.S.: Honestly, it’s funny because I never really planned on being a barrel racer. I barrel raced when I was young in junior rodeo, and then I barrel raced my first two years of high school rodeo. At that point all I wanted to do was focus my time on rodeo queening. When I needed a break from rodeo queening and reining shows, I went back to barrel racing. I wanted to continue competing on my horse Diva, who has been my reining horse. I knew she had speed and she is extremely caddy; all it would take is a little bit of heart and desire. I am a very lucky girl to have the horse I do. She is more than I ever imagined my dream horse to be. She is talented, athletic, a sweetheart, the list goes on and on. I feel very lucky and I know we are going to go places together!

C.I.S.: Is your family involved in any of the rodeo lifestyle?

T.S.: My Grandpa Alder was the cowboy in my life. He raised race horses all his life. So my mom grew up around the lifestyle. She barrel raced until she had my big sister. I have some cousins and family that rodeo as well. I am very blessed. My parents have given me and my sisters the opportunity, but I am the only one that threw everything I had into it.

C.I.S.: How did you get into rodeo royalty?

T.S.: All my life I have grown up emulating and admiring rodeo queens. I remember as a little girl going to the county fair each year. One special year when I was about five years old, I was sitting in the stands with my family. I tugged on my Mom’s arm and said, “Look Mom, that rodeo queen’s name is Taci just like mine.”

Her name was Taci Pitcher. Her family was sitting right next to mine, so I got to sit next to her the entire rodeo. From that moment on, my Mom never heard the end of it. I was going to be Miss Rodeo America, and that’s all there was to it. I entered my first rodeo queen pageant at eight years old, but didn’t win my first pageant until I was thirteen years old.

C.I.S.: What pageants have you won?

T.S.: I have won several local Pro Rodeo titles. I was a rodeo queen all three years of high school rodeo and won many qualifying rodeos. I went on and was crowned Miss Utah High School Rodeo in 2008, and was one of the lucky girls to be crowned the National High School Rodeo Queen in 08-09. Since then, I have not put my boots back on the rodeo queen dirt, but I don’t believe I have hung up my hat just yet. I was Miss Teen Cache Valley 2007. Last spring I competed in Miss Arizona United States and finished 2nd runner up.

C.I.S.: What are your hobbies?

T.S.: I love to work with my Babydoll, my buckskin mare. I enjoy spending time with family and friends, going on any adventure including road trips, camping and boating. I love to go snow skiing, dancing, hiking, running and any other form of exercise. I also enjoy cooking, reading, and writing.

C.I.S.: What type of fashions/ brands do you like/wear?

T.S.: I honestly love to mix and match a little bit of everything.

Everyone seems to always make the comment, “What are you so dressed up for?“ All dressed up with nowhere to go is my style. It’s either high heels, cowgirl boots or running shoes. I love to stand out and I always like to look classy. I love the 1920’s style.

C.I.S.:What are you currently doing in your life?

T.S.:There are a lot of exciting things going on in my life right now.

I just got a new job and I am going to be traveling as a rep for Forever Cowgirl. I also run a small business called, Shimmer Me Sexy Spa. I am an esthetician and cosmetologist, so I stay fairly busy with that and am also a fitness instructor at the local gym. On top of all that I try and take all of the modeling jobs I can get my hands on. But, above all, I LOVE working with my horses and just simply being a cowgirl.

C.I.S.: What are your goals?

T.S.: For anyone that knows me, I am a very goal oriented person.

Sometimes at my young age of 21, I have to take a step back and make the goal of living in the moment. I have big plans for myself, but I am also going to let my life fall in the direction it’s meant to go. I can see myself trying out for the Miss Rodeo America title.

I want to model for a major clothing line and be the face of a major makeup line. I would also like to eventually have my own clothing line. At some point I hope to get married and become a great mom. Someday, I would love to breed my horse. As well as own my own ranch and raise and train horses. I have high hopes of opening a riding facility for people with disabilities and give them a greater opportunity to be around horses. I love helping people and working with special needs.

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All clothing and accessories Taci is wearing available at Cowgirl Kim www.cowgirlkim.com Vest: Patricia Wolf Design Skirt: Vintage Collection Necklace: Love Tokens 72 | Cowgirls In Style | Fall 2012

Photo by: Laura McClure

All clothing and accessories Taci is wearing available at: Cowgirl Kim www.cowgirlkim.com Denim Jacket: D D Ranch Shirt: DD Ranch Jeans: Premiere Boots: Corral Boots Necklace: Dan Dodson Guitar: Rockin Vintage

Photo by: Laura McClure

The Western Wanderer Wandering into Bodie, CA Written By: Cort Flynn Photos: Cort Flynn Bodie gained a reputation as one of the roughest, toughest towns in the west with bank and stagecoach robberies and almost daily shoot-outs, usually happening near one of the town’s 65 saloons.

W

e really struck gold this time! It was the mother lode... the mother lode of ghost towns! Right in the heart of the California gold country is the biggest and maybe the badest of all the ghost towns dotting the West.

We wandered onto the old mining town of Bodie. It still has around 150 buildings standing (only about five percent of the original town) and many artifacts lying here and there and all about the town that you will enjoy meandering through. Once boasting around 10,000 residents, now only the California State Park employees are found in the area full time. Bodie is open all year round, but you may want to check the weather conditions in the winter months, as you travel up highway 270 (Bodie Road) for about 13 miles, the last three miles being gravel, to an altitude of around 8300 feet.

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Bodie was named after a miner named William S. Bodie (real name was Waterman S. Body) who discovered gold there in 1859. However, he did not live to see the fruits of his discovery. While bringing supplies to the area that same winter he was caught in a blizzard and froze to death. His body was recovered the next spring.

Bodie gained a reputation as one of the roughest, toughest towns in the west with bank and stagecoach robberies and almost daily shoot-outs, usually happening near one of the town’s 65 saloons. The church bells would ring out the age of each of the slain and it was said that it seemed to constantly be ringing. A phrase made famous penned by a little girl in her diary as she was about to move to Bodie with her parents wrote, “Goodby God, I’m going to Bodie”.

Bodie still has around 150 buildings standing (only about five percent of the original town) and many artifacts lying here and there and all about the town Bodie is about 75 miles south east of Lake Tahoe following highway 395. You can make your base in the quaint little town of Bridgeport (about 7 miles north of the Bodie Road turnoff) or if you are camping, stay at Willow Springs RV Campground, as we did. It not only has RV sites, but cabins too and is very close to the Bodie turnoff. The owners are friendly and helpful.

They even jump-started my vehicle that had a dead battery in the morning.

You might not want to miss the other wonderful attractions in the area including Lake Tahoe, Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks as well as many other lakes, rivers and canyons in the area.

Happy wandering and keep your eyes along the skyline!

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Cowgirl Getaway

The Cowgirls

Cowgirls Getaway Location: Waha, outside of Lewiston, ID The Getaway: Horseback riding and camping with good friends.

What We Learned: We laughed, shared stories and realized the importance of close friendships. It was a well deserved escape.

The Cowgirls: Jody Baker, Nichole Mulligan, Tazia Baldwin, Lisa Hawkins, Jennifer Baker, Steph Black, Susie Q Jones, Kimberlee Demery Ouart and Kathy Branson.

Photo at right: Nichole Mulligan who spear headed the trip

What We Did...

Our Cowgirl Getaway was about an hour out of Lewiston, Idaho - up in the hills where they call Waha Recreational Forest.

The getaway was for women only, to get away from our daily hectic lives. We all met up in Waha with our horses and took about a 5 hr ride up in the mountains, crossing creeks, seeing all the relaxing scenery. We worked with our horses on creek crossings, crossing rough terrain, and going into some new areas where we had to really use our heads and sense of direction to get back to camp.

We made camp that afternoon, hobbling training some of the horses. We all relaxed that evening and cooked some great bbq food and told jokes and just forgot every day life. We worked on horse management, and lots of laughing. It was a great time with great friends.

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