
What Ranching is Really All About
I’m often asked why we have chosen to live in the middle of nowhere on a ranch where there is nothing fun to do. I just think, “Nothing to do? There is always something to do!” They must have nev...

“From guitars to saddles, big crowds to cattle; I ramble through this ol’ world.” Life has a funny way of taking us through the refiner’s fire. We are ever changing and in that fact, maybe always s...

In life and in fashion, a solid foundation is the key to success. Jeans are the foundation of a cowgirl’s wardrobe – the staple piece that we dress up or dress down in the rodeo arena and in the of...

When my grandparents bought our ranch, more than seven decades ago, they started with two kids, 13 cows, and one heck of a dream. With a lot of hard work, perseverance, and a good deal of patience,...

The Collegiate Equestrian: Part 1
In this two part series, we will dive into the world of being a collegiate equestrian athlete. For part one we will talk about the National Collegiate Equestrian Association (NCEA) and the Intercol...
After twenty years as a professional chuck wagon driver, Kimes Ranch Family member Rae Croteau Jr. has announced his retirement at the age of 34. The last lap for the rainbow racer will be th...