The Beautifully Bizarre World of Oklahoma BBQ Bologna When you think of barbecue, your mind probably drifts to smoked brisket in Texas, pulled pork in the Carolinas, or ribs in Memphis. But if you wander into the smoky backyard of an Oklahoman pitmaster, you may find something that makes out-of-staters…
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I have had a long running fascination with grain elevators and the even bigger grain terminals that can be found as I travel around between the ranch and the city. These sculptural industrial structures are most often finished in plain white; and, as such, they are excellent subjects for dramatic…
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Central Oklahoma is notable for its distinctly colored red dirt, which is due to the high iron content in the soil. This iron oxidizes, giving the soil its characteristic reddish hue. The soil in this region is primarily classified as part of the “Terra Rossa” group, which is characterized by…
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Once upon a time, on our farm in Red Dirt Country in central Oklahoma, there lived a curious cow named Clara. Clara was known among her herd for her adventurous spirit and inquisitive nature. One sunny morning, as the Ryan, our tenant farmer led the herd to a lush, alternate…
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The author describes encountering three cattle on their land, part of the original Oklahoma Land Run, previously owned by the Mulhall Family known for a Wild West Show.
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Lucille Mulhall, known as America’s First Cowgirl, was a trailblazer in rodeo history, born in Oklahoma in 1885. She excelled in roping and horseback riding, gaining fame through performances at events like the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair. Mulhall's legacy as an advocate for women in sports endures, inspiring future…
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