Nestled in Montana’s Bitterroot Mountains, Triple Creek Ranch offers a luxurious winter escape filled with adventure, relaxation, and cultural immersion. From guided horseback riding through snowy trails to exhilarating dog sledding and skiing at nearby Lost Trail, the ranch provides a unique blend of outdoor activities. Indulge in gourmet dining, wellness experiences, and captivating Western art events, making Triple Creek Ranch an unparalleled winter retreat in the American West.
Lloyd Templeton, the 2024 Calgary Stampede Youth Poster competition winner, found inspiration in a photo of Duane Mark, a Stoney Nakoda Tipi Holder. Their shared passion for the Stampede led to a friendship, horseback riding lessons, and even a collaborative design for this year’s official Stampede boots. Templeton’s winning poster and his artwork are now on display at the Calgary Stampede, solidifying his place in the event’s history.
The Pacific Coast Arena League (PCAL) is poised to embark on its 13th season in 2024, building on the success of its previous season, which showcased numerous arena polo tournaments under the auspices of the United States Polo Association throughout California. Arena polo, also known as ‘hockey on horseback,’ is a thrilling ball and mallet sport played on horseback in an enclosed arena with two goal mouths. Teams of three players, mounted on horseback, use bamboo cane mallets to maneuver the ball towards their opponents’ goals to score points. Game play consists of 7.5-minute periods, known as ‘chukkers,’ with four chukkers constituting a game. The team with the highest score at the end of the game emerges victorious.
