The Digest | New Jersey Magazine
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e West's magnetism has inspired and intrigued the American cultural psyche for generations—but why? Our film industries don't make Northerns or Southerns aer all. ey make Westerns. Why do cowboy and cowgirl remain a standby for childhood dream occupations alongside the firefighter, astronaut and rockstar? Our heroes don't ever ride into the sunrise. When traveling, we "go out" West and then "come back" East, but rarely go in reverse. We will probably never understand why we feel drawn to come when the West calls out to us. As a born and raised Montanan, I can only suggest that when you start imagining the circled wagons, harmonicas and glimmering stars, it's time to give cowboy living a shot. You ain't gonna regret it. Don't worry. A trip out West doesn't have to be lived on the lam. In rural Wyoming, one particular cattle ranch has taken the best of Wild West living without negotiating away the niceties and conveniences of the finest resort vacation destinations. e breathtaking Red Reflet Ranch has lassoed up some luxury and melded the cowboy with the cosmopolitan. You won't need to drink cowboy coffee out here (unless you want to of course). Aer a spectacular horseback ride, the private jacuzzi and king size bed always trumps a roll out mat by a dwindling campfire. A Wyoming ranch's refreshing take on the Western vacation BY SEAN MCSPADDEN V U E N J . C O M 123