By Jon Conklin • Updated • 6–8 min read
Western music, cowboy poetry, and ranch rodeo under the Stockyards lights—this is a weekend built for folks who still measure things in miles of fence and good horses. Here’s why the Gathering is special and how to keep your string feeling good all weekend.
A celebration of western heritage that blends music, poetry, ranch rodeo action, and community. It’s where working traditions meet the stage, and horsemen bring the craft they practice every day.
Long days on hard ground, tight schedules, and crowds—horses that recover quietly and stay rideable make the memories you want.
Story and skill in one place—cowboy poetry, western swing, and ranch teams showing how real work gets done.
Expect ranch rodeo-style contests, gatherings of poets and pickers, and plenty of walking between venues. It’s part festival, part family reunion—boots dusty, spirits high.
Hydration starts the day before. Keep feed simple and familiar. Hand-walk often and build in quiet time.
Brick, asphalt, and alleyway footing stack stress. Short schools and steady cool-downs go a long way.
Sensation-free topical care after work keeps minds down and bodies willing for the next set.
Draw It Out® formulas are built for real riders. Our flagship gel is sensation-free (no heat, no sting) and stays where you put it—perfect for crowded barns and tight schedules.
For skin, lean on barrier-supporting solutions that won’t leave residue or stain coats.
125% strength of our original. Sensation-free gel that stays put after walks, exhibitions, or late-night schools.
Shop the Gel →Targeted support around high-motion zones—handy for stop-and-turn work or multiple appearances.
Explore MasterMudd™ →Barrier-supporting skin care that stays put—ideal for cannon crud and pastern issues after long days on gritty ground.
Learn about SilverHoof →Need a Gathering-ready routine? Reach out—we’ll tailor it to your horses and schedule.
Many events center on horses and ranch work. Plan for crowds, variable footing, and lots of walking—keep routines predictable.
Hydration, hand-walking, quiet stall time, and sensation-free post-work care. Keep feed and timing familiar.
Our flagship gel is sensation-free and trusted by competitive riders. Always check current association rules and ingredient guidance.
Yes—use the gel broadly post-work, then apply MasterMudd™ to targeted high-motion areas as labeled. Avoid stacking too many products on one spot.
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