We've got everything for ridin', ropin', rodeoin'
Jeans, hats, and boots & tack for showin'
We've got it all from tack to ties
So cowboy up down at Roy Frey's!

Perfect Valentine's Gifts for your Western Sweetheart
Roy Frey Western has that special gift for your cowgirl or cowboy sweetheart for Valentine's Day and free gift wrapping is available. Cowgirls love jewelry, purses, cologne, home décor, boots and western apparel. All Montana Silversmith Vintage Cowgirl purses and dishware is now on sale.

Cowboys will be looking good in a new George Strait shirt and jeans and a new pair of Ariat square toe boots. Top off his western look with a new felt hat and hat can to keep it in.

Montana Silversmith statues are a perfect gift for that hard to buy for cowboy or cowgirl.

Purchase a new American West handbag and get a free heart-shaped key ring for Free while they last! New styles to select from - beautiful, soft and stylish purses!

Shop the online-store at www.royfreywestern.com featuring Montana Silversmith's complete catalog of jewelry, buckles and home décor and your Valentine gift will be drop shipped to your door.

Welcome Blayke
Jim and Lindsay Currie Seichepine welcomed their new daughter, Blayke Marie, into the world January 13th weighing 7.5 lbs and 20.5 inches long. Blayke is a beautiful blonde baby! We miss Lindsay in the store, but are so thrilled for her and her new family. Blayke has her first modeling job booked for this coming April - western baby clothes at the ERC Designer Showcase in Topeka!

Just Back from Denver Western Market
The new merchandise we bought at the Denver Western Market has been coming in fast and furious! Here's a list of all the new things we have in the store - WOW - come in and check them out:
        ● Haythorn Land and Cattle Co. - A Horseman's Heritage - coffee table book - wonderful pictures and a great history to read about!
        ● John Wayne mugs and wall plaques.
        ● Ariat cowboy shirts with performance features - handsome!
        ● Frock coats for the cowboy who wants to dress up western style for Valentine's Day, weddings or prom.
        ● Horsehair belts, hat bands, and stampede strings.
        ● The "Presidential Carrier" to keep your hat, boots, belt and buckle and a change of clothes neatly packed and
            smash-proof for traveling by truck, air, or horse trailer.
        ● Scully leather jackets for cowgirls and everyday wear - butter soft leather - awesome!
        ● Bamco "brand" glassware with leather or cowhide holders, mugs, flasks, and two sizes of western paper napkins -
            perfect for your western bar or next party.
 

        ● Cowgirls Gone Wild! Nail files, magnets, stationary holder, note pads with mirrors, and business card boxes. Great
           gifts for friends or a pick-me-up!
        ● Colorful, horse themed throw rugs - washable! You will want more than one!
        ● Bedding sets with matching sheets, pillows, shower curtains and throw rugs to make your bedroom and bath look
            like it had an extreme home makeover!
 

         ● Affordable, faux tooled leather pillows with a splash of color - red or turquoise that will bring your couch or LQ trailer to life!
         ● Cowboy Living steak platters with a new western print by artist Buck Taylor that matches the Old West and Barbwire dinnerware.
             Lots of new accessory pieces as well!
         ● A new "barbwire" dishware pattern that can go casual or western elegant. It will grace our BOTAR Tablescape this year and theme
            "Don't Fence Me In" - can't wait to see Marilyn's magic transpire!
         ● Check out the new "Travel Collection" line of stylish equestrian print day tote, weekender duffel, sling pack, and garment bags for the
            "on the road again" cowgirl. Perfect for going to horse shows or on vacation anywhere in the world.
         ● Painted Ponies - Night Flower, Petroglyph Pony, Earth Angels, Tribal Paint, Carved in History, Wovoka's Vision, Golden Feather Pony,
            and Zorse: Hiding In Plain Sight - add to or start your collection today! They are beautiful!
         ● New for our beloved horses -
                o Equibrand ESP pads with a beautiful woven print top in many great colors
 

                o Cashal 16" Outfitter Saddle and 16" Trail Saddle
                o Abscess kits, Poultice pre-mixes, Emergency Trail boots - easy to use.
                o Ultimate Hoof picks in three sizes
                o Ariat Half-chaps
                o Equibrand added zebra wild, pink cheetah, pink paisley passion, digitized camo, dot diva and fine lines in lime to their leg boots,
                   accessories, rope and hay bags to spice up life in the arena and at the barn or trailer!
                o Barrel racers can now get Sherry Cervi, Carol Goosetree and Joyce Loomis bits from Classic Equine.
                o Spur rowels on headstalls and breast collars give your tack a real punchy look.

New Ariat Ladies Boots
Cowgirls - step out in style with a new pair of beautiful boots from Ariat! A picture is worth a thousand words! Try the new Show Baby boots - square toe wing tips - WOW! Traditional western pointed toes or the new "vintage" square toes - 2009 is the year for wing-tips! A cowgirl just can't have too many pairs of boots!
 

Join the Fun at EquiFest of Kansas - Wichita
The perfect way to cure cabin fever is to attend EquiFest of Kansas at the Wichita Coliseum, February 13-15th. It's being held over Valentine's week-end this year and what a perfect treat for your sweetheart! Go enjoy the large trade show and stimulate the economy! Stop by the Roy Frey Western booth and say "Hello".

Take in the informative seminars to learn more about riding and taking care of your horse. Clinicians this year include: Craig Cameron, Steffen Peters, Rick Lamb, Ken McNabb, Peggy Brown, and Nick Karazissis. Don't miss the great entertainment - Extreme Cowboy Race competition and the All American Cowgirl Chicks! Breed showcases and stallion reviews, plus this year a new Kids Corral! EquiFest of Kansas is for anyone who likes horses regardless of breed or discipline and is ranked as one of the top 5 equine events in the United States. Don't miss it!

Tickets are on sale at any Select-A-Seat outlet or by calling 316-755-SEAT. For more information go to www.equifestofks.com or www.kansashorsecouncil.com or www.equinepromotions.net.

February Boot Specials
Try on a pair of Nocona boots and receive a vintage poster. Purchase a pair of Nocona boots and receive a free tee shirt! Check out the New Zealand Lamb, a soft, supple exotic leather that is similar to elk but with a richer, more natural grain. It's casual elegance whether you are stepping out or staying in.

February Special Promotion - 20% off Ariat leather sole boots for Men. Ladies can save on Roper Horseshoes. Also, check out the sale tables for orphans or discontinued boot styles that are marked down.
 

K-State Rodeo
53rd Annual K-State Collegiate Rodeo:  February 20-22, 2009
Weber Arena: Night performances Friday and Saturday 7:30, Saturday afternoon performance 1:00 pm. E-Mail kjwatts@ksu.edu or ewalker2@ksu.edu for sponsorship information and/or tickets!! http://www.asi.ksu.edu/DesktopDefault.aspx?tabid=140

Keep Western Warm this Winter
Keep your feet western warm this winter with insulated and water proof boots from Ariat and Muck Boot Companies. These boots are comfortable, dry and light weight. While you are at Roy Frey's get a pair of Heatrac gloves for only $14.99 -what the feedlot cowboys wear to keep their hands warm! Protect your neck and face with a colorful wild rag. Roy Frey Western has winter vests and jackets for dress or chores - now on sale.

Mustang Magic Reserve Champion
Congratulations to Cindy Branham who just won the reserve championship at the Fort Worth Mustang Magic completion! Thirteen of the top trainers from the Extreme Mustang Makeover events were invited to compete in this event. Cindy had 100 days to work with "Jabez" her buckskin mustang. Cindy did some amazing things with Jabez (sitting on a beanie bag in the back of a pickup truck!). You can watch her winning free-style run at www.rockin-rc.com. Roy Frey Western was proud to outfit Cindy for this free-style event! Congratulations again, Cindy, we are very proud of you!

An Old Cowboy's Advice
Your fences need to be horse-high, pig-tight and bull-strong.

Keep skunks and bankers and lawyers at a distance.

Life is simpler when you plow around the stump.

A bumble bee is considerably faster than a John Deere tractor.

Words that soak into your ears are whispered...not yelled.

Meanness don't jes' happen overnight.

Forgive your enemies. It messes up their heads.

Do not corner something that you know is meaner than you.

It don't take a very big person to carry a grudge.

You cannot unsay a cruel word.

Every path has a few puddles.

When you wallow with pigs, expect to get dirty.

The best sermons are lived, not preached.

Most of the stuff people worry about ain't never gonna happen anyway.

Don't judge folks by their relatives.

Remember that silence is sometimes the best answer.

Live a good, honorable life. Then when you get older and think back, you'll enjoy it a second time.

Don't interfere with somethin' that ain't botherin' you none.

Timing has a lot to do with the outcome of a rain dance.

If you find yourself in a hole, the first thing to do is stop diggin'.

Sometimes you get, and sometimes you get got.

The biggest troublemaker you'll probably ever have to deal with, watches you from the mirror every mornin'.

Always drink upstream from the herd.

Good judgment comes from experience, and a lotta that comes from bad judgment.

Lettin' the cat outta the bag is a whole lot easier than puttin' it back in.

If you get to thinkin' you're a person of some influence, try orderin' somebody else's dog around.

Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly.
 

Men's Size 14-16 Boots in Stock For the cowboy who needs a size 14, 15 or 16 (D or EE widths) Roy Frey Western has them in stock! Check out the new calf skin Dan Post Mignon Boots in a traditional western style in black, black cherry or antique brown for $169.99. Remember, if you need a size we don't stock, we are happy to special order it for you.

New Barrel Racer Bedding and Towels
Select from Serape, Stars, Team Roper, Barrel Racer, Crosses, or Brands - a great feeling, economically priced 5 piece bed set which includes, spread, dust ruffle, shams and a pillow. You will love the feel of the microfiber material and the earth tone tan color. The bedding comes in several sizes and sheets to match.
 

Quote for February

Riding a horse is not a gentle hobby, to be picked up and laid down like a game of solitaire. It is a grand passion.
It seizes a person whole and, once it has done so, he will have to accept that his life will be radically changed."
                                                                                                                    - Ralph Waldo Emerson

Western Wedding Registry
For you soon to be brides and grooms, we have a wedding registry and lots of wonderful western home décor for your new home:
        ● Dinnerware, including fine/formal china, casual and everyday
        ● Glassware &, Crystal, including stemware and barware
        ● Flatware, including sterling silver and stainless steel
        ● Serving Pieces, such as bowls, trays, platters, etc.
        ● Tabletop Decorative Accents, Gifts and Collectibles, such as figurines, vases, candlesticks, frames, etc.
        ● Pillows and bedspreads
        ● Western towels and bathroom accessory sets
        ● Western wall art

● The complete Montana Silversmith Western Wedding accessories:                    o Cake Toppers                    o Serving Sets                    o Unity Candles                    o Ring Pillows                    o Picture Frames                    o And many more items to make your wedding western special!

     
Don't forget that we can help outfit your wedding party from head to toe with hats, suits, ties, shirts, vests, belts, jeans and boots!
Stop by and let us help you select your gifts and make getting the perfect gift easy for your friends and family. Be sure to tell everyone you are registered at Roy Frey Western as they can call ahead and we will have the gift wrapped and ready to go to your shower or wedding.

Liz's Trail Corner
We all appreciate a well-kept trail, but how many of us have volunteered at our favorite trail site to keep it that way? If you have a favorite trail destination why not volunteer some of your time to its upkeep. Spring is just around the corner and everyone will want to get out and enjoy the trails so why not organize some of your riding pals and volunteer for some trail maintenance before the redbud blooms?

Please check the list of trail coordinators on the Kansas Horse Council website www.kansashorsecouncil.com and offer your assistance to improve and maintain equestrian trails. Without volunteers, we will lose our privilege to ride these trails. Kansas has less than 2% public lands and equestrian trails are a very small part. The Kansas Horse Council web site has a complete list of equine trails and access to web sites for camping, trail maps and other information. Watch for the new "Equestrian Trails in Kansas" printed guide coming out soon from the Kansas Horse Council.

After having the winter off many of our horses and riders too could use some skill building --there are several very good clinics being offered in our vicinity. Check out the dates on the Roy Frey Western calendar of events www.royfreywestern.com. Even with tight budgets auditing one can be a good option.

What's Cooking? - At Roy Frey Western Lifestyles
Super Bowl Sunday had me thinking about some of my favorite appetizers. These are great snacks to take on trail rides:

Dried Beef Roll-ups
¼ lb. Dried beef slices (2 packages)
1 8-oz pkg cream cheese
3 T Rhine or white wine (optional)
Dash Worchestershire sauce
½ tsp onion, grated
1 T mayonnaise
2 tsp prepared horseradish, drained

Combine all ingredients except dried beef. Spread a thin layer of mixture on each dried beef slice, then roll up jelly roll style. This is a great finger food that can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated or frozen. Accompany with green or black olives on the side.

Cheese-Coated Grapes
1 8-oz pkg cream cheese
1 4-oz blue cheese
1 lb seedless red grapes
2 pkgs sliced almonds (5.5 oz each) crushed

Wash grapes and dry with paper towel. Microwave cream cheese and blue cheese for 1-3 seconds or until just soft. Roll grapes in cheese mixture and then in crushed almonds. Chill in refrigerator. Makes about 50.

"Massage Your Own Horse" Clinics

Jacqueline Wilt, R.N., C.E.M.T. will be teaching horse owners how to "Massage Your Own Horse" at clinics in the Topeka area this spring.

This day-clinic is designed to teach the horse owner basic equine massage principles for application on their own horses. Participants will learn about massage therapy, how it works, why it works, basic massage strokes, common problem areas, and simple routines. Emphasis is on simplicity, safety, and improvement of equine well being. This is not a course meant to teach one how to massage horses for a business. It is for those wishing to enhance their own horses' well-being, improve their bond with their horses, and to learn more about equine massage therapy's benefits.

The course is one day, approximately 6-7 hours long. Participants will be required to bring their own horse (with current health papers and coggins required!!). Lunch will be served and is included in the clinic fee. Clinic is limited to 10 participants, no auditors allowed.

Dates are: March 21, April 4, May 23, and June 13. The clinics will be held at Duane Corkill's awesome new equine facility, west of Topeka, 9-4 each day. Fee will be $89 per person. Call Jackie (785) 636-5446 or (785) 770-7017 or email at AlternativeEquine@hotmail.com. Visit www.alternativeequine.com for more info.

Additionally, Jackie has scheduled two 5-day massage certification classes, April 18-22 and June 27 - July 1. Call or email for more info or to enroll.

Julie Goodnight Horsemanship Clinic
RFD TV's Julie Goodnight is coming to Rocking V Equine Center, Wakarusa, KS April 18-19, 9am-5pm. $400 to ride both days - hurry - only one spot left. Come audit for only $25/Day. To register call Brenda Beach at 800-225-8827 or online at www.juliegoodnight.com.
 
Julie's clear and gentle horsemanship techniques will help you accomplish most any riding goal - no matter your prior horse experience or age. Her varied background in dressage, jumping, racing, reining, and wilderness riding helps Julie communicate clearly with all types of riders. She will help you become the leader and rider your horse deserves. Join her by watching or riding in this clinic - you will build confidence and develop the ultimate relationship with your horse.

Come meet Julie at a book signing event at Roy Frey Western, Friday, April 17th (time to be announced later).
 

                                                                   2009 Event Schedule
                                                                    www.ultimatehca.com
March 21-22 Clinic at Heartland Ranch-Wakarusa KS-Contact: Paul Rasmussen (785)836-2020/(785)969-9139
April 18 Eagle Ranch Ultimate Horsemen's Challenge-Eagle Ranch-Collins MO-Contact: Steve Choppell (417)275-1105
        NEGATIVE COGGINS REQUIRED
May 9 FoxEye Ranch All Women's Clinic-Lawrence KS-Contact: Chris Mensch (816)682-8785 cmensch@hughes.net
June 13-14 Heartland Challenge-Ultimate Horsemen's Challenge-Clinic/Event at Heartland Ranch-Wakarusa KS
        Contact: Paul Rasmussen (785)836-2020/(785)969-9139
June 28 Northwest Missouri Ranch Horse Challenge at Mozingo Lake Maryville MO-Sponsored by Platte River Saddle Club
        Contact: Denise Redden (660)254-0840 Julie Schmitz (660)254-0460
July 18-19 Rocking V Ultimate Horseman's Challenge-Clinic/Event at Rocking V Ranch-Wakarusa KS
        Contact: Kate Fowler (785)845-6891/(785)478-3376
August 8 FoxEye Ranch LLC Ultimate Horsemen's Challenge-Lawrence KS
        Contact: Chris Mensch (816)682-8785 cmensch@hughes.net
August 29-30 Flint Hills Challenge-Ultimate Horsemen's Challenge-Clinic/Event at Flying W Ranch-Cedar Point KS-
        Contact: Gwen Hoy (620)274-4357 gwen@flinthillsflyingw.com Rex Buchman (620)794-5332 brbuchman@gmail.com
September 20 Calamity Jane Horsemen's Challenge at Princeton MO
        Contact: Runt Rageth (660)748-3696/(660)748-6497
October 10-11 Simms Cattle Company Ranch Horse Challenge -Butler MO
        Contact: Scott Simms (660)679-6338/(660)679-1833 Cheri Simms (660)679-1133

Dates & Events - Mark your calendars!

Feb 13-15, 2009 - 11th Annual EquiFest of Kansas, Wichita, KS
www.equifestofKS.com or www.kansashorsecouncil.com

Feb 13-15, 2009 - Clinton Anderson Horsemanship Clinic at Kansas ExpoCentre, Topeka, KS www.downunderhorsemanship.com

3-Day Horsemanship Clinic open to 20 participants - openings available.
Clinic Participation cost is just $2,000.00 (includes stall fee).
Nothing Beats Live, Step-By-Step Instruction!
Clinton Anderson's 3-day horsemanship clinics cover all of the curriculum in his Gaining Respect and Control on the Ground Series I and Riding With Confidence Series I DVDs, but your learning is greatly amplified because you receive immediate feedback directly from Clinton on what is being done correctly, incorrectly and what variations will help owners get better results with a certain horse personalities. If you've never had the opportunity to be a spectator or participant at a Clinton Anderson clinic, you've got no idea the depth of knowledge, humor and fun you are missing! It's a 3-day learning workshop, but school was never this fun or entertaining before! See Clinton's methods in action and watch riders just like yourself accelerate their horsemanship in just three short days. You'll be amazed at the results!

Feb 20-21, 2009 - North American Trail Riding Conference National Convention, Embassy Suites, Kansas City, MO www.natrc.org

Feb 28, 2009 - For the Love of Horses
A Mane Affair Benefit and Gala! - Midian Shrine Temple, Wichita, KS
An evening of live entertainment, a silent auction and a fun-filled Horseopoly competition with prizes for the winners. International food fare will be served with specialty wine/liquor pairings. All proceeds to benefit Rainbow Meadows Equine Rescue and Retirement, Inc. www.rainbowmeadowsranch.com.

May 24, 2009 - Wright Flight Fundraiser Trail Ride, Eisenhower State Park, Melvern Lake, Lyndon, KS. For more info, call Dewayne Burgess, Roy Frey Western 785-232-0579