Frank J. Buchman

Cowboy • Horseman • Writer

Extra Effort Yields Value

“Did you hear what those baby calves are bringing at the sale barn?” Numerous times in the past few weeks that comment has been overheard in the ranch crowd. Follow-up responses are interesting.

Heartland Therapeutic Riding Improves Lives Of People With Disabilities

“The beauty and magic of the partnership between a horse and its rider have been celebrated as a symbol of dynamic unity; and emotional connection that helps heal and energize.” One can only completely understand and comprehend that statement when seeing the magic truly come to life at Heartland Therapeutic Riding, Inc., 9655 Antioch, Stilwell, […]

Exercise Perspiration Brings Recovery

Rehabilitation following body repair makes one hurt and sweat. Yet, exertion is essential to efficient and complete recovery after ailment treatment. Likewise, failing to follow recommended recovery therapy has lifetime negative, and often untreatable, consequences.

Boer Goats Efficient High Quality Meat Producers At Brookville Ranch

Goats could be a major footstep forward in providing highly nutritious protein to the still expanding, often hungry and starving world population. “Sixty percent of the world eats goat meat. Goats are so efficient and prolific while providing low cholesterol, low fat meat that is second only to chicken as a healthy diet,” stated Carol […]

‘Gene Mutation’ Creates Equestrian Spreading Healing Power Of Horses

“This is Ann White. I’m returning your calls. I apologize I didn’t get back to you sooner. I’m operating a booth at the Illinois Horse Fair and have a slack moment. What can I do for you?” Concise most congenial horse visit quickly cut short: “I have customers. I’m headed back to Kansas tomorrow. I’ll […]