Photo by Wrangler, Bryan Regan Did you know Wrangler jeans are literally the best jeans for tall people? OMG! I had my first chance to wear Wrangler jeans when I did a photoshoot with them. Yes, I did a photoshoot with Wrangler. Prior to this photoshoot, I typically wore Old Navy or Hollister jeans because they were pretty cheap and had a decent length. I am kind of tall so not most jeans cover my ankles. Had I known Wrangler jeans were so comfortable and fitting this entire time, I would have bought them a long time ago. By the way, I have nothing to promote for them. I am simply sharing the ..read more

For as long as I can remember, there has always been a Western Influence on R&B and Rap artists. While most of these artists are Black, real Black equestrians are still left out of the creative process. In most instances when producers hire horses to complete the western aesthetic, the owners are typically white. I've seen many Black artists visit ranches or equestrian facilities that are white owned. It’s disheartening because I’m not sure if they know we (Black equestrians) actually exist in our own spaces. I’d like to use this moment to inform you all that I'm actively searching for lan ..read more

When I was 3 years old, my dad had me on the back of a horse. While I don't remember any of those horses, I do remember one of my first horses. Her name was GOAT. It wasn't until July 1, 2021 that I had to say goodbye to my best friend. GOAT's name is an acronym given to her by a cowboy named Mista Morris. It stands for "Goes Over Any Thing." On trail rides, you wanted a horse who wouldn't hesitate to cross a thing. That was her. She carried me over fallen trees, across ditches, through ponds, up and down cliffs. She carried me safely, every ride and every time. She was THAT horse. People kne ..read more

HEY HEYYYY!!! I am Gooch! Yes, G-O-O-C-H! It’s actually my last name. I am passionate about sharing the stories of Black equestrians past and present. Especially when it comes to educating the world about my cowboy culture. Anyway, I am Gooch, also known as The Black Cowgirl. I chose this stage name because 1. I am Black 2. “Cowgirl” is what registers most with kids when I make appearances. I am from a small town in NC which is formerly known as Eagle Rock. Eagle Rock was once a predominantly Black community. BOTH sides of my family lived here for generations. Working as farmers and educators ..read more