Saddlebag Dispatches-Winter 2022

<p>On rare occasions an ordinary man can lead an extraordinary life. Such was the life of <strong>Dusty Richards</strong> which we celebrate with this special issue dedicated to his memory. Raise your glass with bestselling authors <strong>Jodi Thomas Johnny D. Boggs Velda Brotherton</strong> and <strong>Linda Apple</strong> as they recount their time with the man that would come to be known as The Ranch Boss. Get to know more about Dusty's work and legacy with articles from <strong>Barbara Clouse George Clay Mitchell </strong>and <strong>Terry Alexander</strong> and poetry by <strong>Marleen Bussma</strong> and <strong>Johnny D. Boggs</strong>. And once you've walked down Memory Lane with us there's still more to explore. Don't miss our interview with actor and <strong>1883</strong> alum <strong>Ernest Marsh</strong> our tribute to our late friend and fellow writer <strong>Michael McLean</strong> or the winning short story from this year's <strong>Dusty Richards Memorial Oxbow Award</strong> Buckskin & Lace by <strong>Russell Gayer. </strong>So pull up a log pour yourself a cup of joe from the camp pot and enjoy our newest issue. </p>