When I went to a Gene Autry or Roy Rogers movie as a kid with my folks we saw them jumping on "Champ" or "Trigger" with ease, not realizing the saddle made it possible to mount and chase the bad guys.

LAS CRUCES - Victor Hermanson doesn't collect accolades or reviews based on his craft, even though he could. Hermanson is a gifted saddle maker who resides on the outskirts of Las Cruces. Hermanson is ...

BUFFALO GAP – Steve Schooley builds saddles for people who use them. “I don't mind building for the ropers and the barrel racers; you know, the folks that compete,” he said. “But I really like ...

BELGRADE, Mont. — Passing on life lessons is a time-honored way of keeping essential professions healthy and vibrant. They are especially relevant when one generation gifts its knowledge and passion ...

CODY, Wyo. — With the stove pouring out heat and the dog asleep on the floor, Gordon Andrus pulls down his visor and runs a finger over the carved leather of his new saddle. Here in his well-equipped ...

The WPRA decided to celebrate 50 years in 1988 by giving each National Finals Qualifier (NFR) a saddle. They sparked a tradition that has now brought saddle makers from all over together allowing each ...