The Friesian breed of horses is known for its color, its hair and its docility.
Ruth Nicolaus
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Freelance writer Ruth Nicolaus loves the Great Plains and its people. She lives in eastern Nebraska. Reach her at editorial@midwestmessenger.com.
While rodeo fans are enjoying popcorn and nachos at the Hamel Rodeo, youth are learning lifetime skills.
“A lot of people will say they are born broke. That isn’t quite the case, but they’re much calmer than other breeds.”
For barrel racers, breakaway ropers, the road to Cheyenne passes through North Platte
“When I go out to the pasture, they all follow me around. They’ve been referred to as my herd of dogs.”
A Tryon, Nebraska, native and his family return to Buffalo Bill Rodeo each year for competition and family time.
Looking for a people friendly horse to give rides at their Christmas tree farm, the Jenson family of Blair, Nebraska, found Shires.
Meet a Nebraska horse trainer who's amazed by her Arabians.
