Cowboys of the Far Westby David and Nahia

Camping

Cowboys work on big ranches.After work, if they are far from home, they have to camp. They eat and sleep next to a campfire.

COWBOY BOOTS

These are the traditional cowboy boots.There are lots of colours and styles.In Texas, businessmen wear cowboy boots too!

Cowboys´ hat

Hats protect cowboys from the sun. Cowboys also use their hats for drinking water from the river.

Bandana

Cowboys wear bandanas over their noses and mouths to protect them from dust.

Guitar and harmonica

These are the traditional instruments of cowboys music. This country and western music is very popular today.

Cowboys and horses at work

Cowboys and their horses are real partners.Their job is to round up cattle.

Beans

Beans in tomato sauce are the cowboys traditional food. They are easy to prepare and are cooked on a campfire.

Lasso

Cowboys use lassoes to catch animals.In rodeos they do fantastic tricks with lassoes.