About CLN Author:
Peter Varlet

Author Biography

Peter Varlet’s the cowboy critic you love to hate, until he’s right. Born during a thunderstorm in 1972 in Bismarck, North Dakota, he grew up watching his WWII vet dad battle to save their farm from corporate claws. Now, Peter’s the unapologetic voice of Western culture, with a historian’s grip on America’s past, acknowledging both its heroes and hypocrites.

His truth to power articles are a no-holds-barred zone for rodeo reviews, cowboy movie takedowns, and ranching tricks that work. He’ll tell you why your country singer’s a fraud and how to fix a fence with only baling wire and spite.

Peter despises corporate factory farms taking over and cherishes the DIY grit of real Americans. Politically correct? Nope. Trustworthy? Damn straight. He’s saving the West, one brutal truth at a time.

CLN Stories By Peter Varlet

Ponoka Stampede 2018

Rodeo News 8 years ago

For more than 80 years, the Ponoka Stampede has entertained Alberta families who enjoy the fun and excitement of rodeo action...

By Peter Varlet
Bob Feist Invitational (BFI) Roping Classic 2018

Rodeo News 8 years ago

Wrangler presents to you the Bob Feist Invitational Roping Classic as the start of the Wrangler BFI Week and the Reno...

By Peter Varlet
ACM Awards 2018

Country Music 8 years ago

If you’re a fan of country music, you always look forward to April, since that’s when the Academy of Country Music...

By Peter Varlet
31st RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo in Kissimmee, Florida

Rodeo News 8 years ago

From April 5 through April 8, more than 200 top-ranked cowboys and cowgirls will compete in the 31st RAM National Circuit...

By Peter Varlet
PBR TY Murray Invitational 2018 presented by Isleta Resort and Casino

Bull Riding 8 years ago

The PBR (Professional Bull Riders) will be making their much-anticipated return to Albuquerque for the TY Murray Invitational. This prestigious event...

By Peter Varlet