About CLN Author:
Jodi Erpelding

Author Biography

I grew up on a Midwest farm with dirt under my fingernails and the sound of wind rustling through cornfields. My childhood was all about 4H – raising pigs and horses, learning to bake and sew, and discovering the magic of transforming a garden into jars of summer sunshine. Those years taught me the value of hard work, the thrill of seeing a project through to the end, and the simple joy of creating something beautiful. A country girl with a need for speed and a thirst for adventure. Maybe that's why I love the feeling of wind in my hair – whether I'm cruising down a dusty road on my Harley or tackling a mountain trail on my trusty mountain bike. Some of my earliest memories of rodeo are watching my father compete at small local events. That's also where my love for country music comes in – long car rides listening to 8 tracks. The lyrics and melodies always spoke to my soul. These days, you'll find me cheering on the cowboys and cowgirls at rodeos, two-stepping to my favorite bands, belting out a country tune at a concert or sharing stories and laughter with friends around a bonfire. When I'm not soaking up the country life and getting my boots dirty, I'm a nurse, caring for folks in my community. Follow along for more stories from the heart of rodeo and country life!

CLN Stories By Jodi Erpelding

Waste Management Phoenix Open 2023

Country Lifestyles 2 years ago

The Waste Management Open is one of the most popular golf tournaments in the world. Every year, the Waste Management Phoenix...

By Jodi Erpelding
National Western Stock Show kicks off with exciting rodeo action

Rodeo News 2 years ago

By Susan Kanode National Western Stock Show Rodeo, Friday, Jan. 14 DENVER, Colo. (Jan. 7, 2023) — Opening Saturday at the...

By Jodi Erpelding
Western Small Business Highlight Brown Sugar Buckaroo

Country Living 2 years ago

Here at Cowboy Lifestyle Network, we are all about supporting small businesses which is how this series was born. Now every...

By Jodi Erpelding
Where to Stay When Traveling Through the Navajo Nation

Native American Culture 2 years ago

There are so many different aspects of the Navajo Nation that make it special and truly make it an experience in...

By Jodi Erpelding
Multi-Platinum Recording Artist Cody Johnson to Perform Live at The American Rodeo’s 10th Anniversary on Saturday, March 11 at Globe Life Field

Rodeo News 2 years ago

Tickets on sale Monday, November 28th for The American Western Weekend featuring four nights of action-packed entertainment, world-class talent and western...

By Jodi Erpelding