“Florida Cattle Ranching, Five Centuries of Tradition” W / Robert Stone

Don’t miss this presentation as Robert Stone, Historian and Folklorist, covers centuries of Florida’s cattle ranching history, starting with the introduction of cattle and horses in the 16th century by the Spanish.  Stone shares all aspects of cattle ranching traditions — cracker cow whips, unique ranch gate designs, swamp cabbage, cowboy church, and cowboy funerals illuminating themes of cultural identity, customs, and beliefs in this presentation that shows audiences that cattle ranching is not just a business, but a way of life and complete culture.

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