A cowboy is an animal herder who tends cattle on ranches in North America, traditionally on horseback, and often performs a multitude of other ranch-related tasks.

Cowboy, in the western United States, a horseman skilled at handling cattle, an indispensable laborer in the cattle industry of the trans-Mississippi west, and a romantic figure in American …

Apr 26, 2010 · Though they originated in Mexico, American cowboys created a style and reputation all their own. Throughout history, their iconic lifestyle has been glamorized in …

May 3, 2022 · From Montana to Florida, real cowboys still play an important role in American society. Here are 15 regions where cowboy culture is alive and well.

Feb 24, 2023 · The name “cowboy” came to be associated with the classic image of a horse-riding, hat-wearing, rugged figure who personified the spirit of the Old West. Yet, the phrase …

Aug 6, 2009 · Cowboys come in many different varieties. The working cowboy and the urban cowboy are worlds apart, with many other flavors in between. Historic photos and artwork …

The origins of cowboy culture go back to the Spanish vaqueros who settled in New Mexico and later Texas bringing cattle. [2] By the late 1800s, one in three cowboys were Mexican and …

Dec 23, 2016 · A cowboy is generally considered to be someone who tends cattle herds on North American ranches—usually from horseback. Historically, cowboys were regarded as …

5 days ago · The image of the American cowboy has long been romanticized—riding into the sunset, living a life of freedom and adventure. Yet, the true story of cowboys in the late 1800s …

Come ride cyberspace with us as we explore the real life of the Cowboy. You can help keep that true western spirit alive. Tell a cowboy tale or poem, pass along a favorite Dutch oven recipe, …