Calving Season & The Unsung Heroes Who Shoe the West
It’s a season of both grit and gratitude, where ranchers work sunup to sundown to care for their herds and protect the future of their operations.
Meanwhile, host Tisa Peek heads to Burleigh County for a gathering of the American Farrier’s Association, where some of the most talented horseshoers in the nation have come together to share knowledge, sharpen their skills, and honor their trade. Certified Journeyman Farriers Allan Voeller from Bismarck, North Dakota, and Mark Thorkildson from Nowthen, Minnesota, talk with Tisa about the time-tested craft of farriery—an essential but often overlooked part of Western life. Viewers will learn about the history, science, and precision that goes into protecting the hooves that carry the working horse.
From the corrals to the anvil, Dakota Cowboy brings you the stories that define the American West. Tune in for a down-to-earth look at the people who keep this country strong—one calf and one horseshoe at a time.
