Author Archives: Chris

New Lightning Rider: Stella

We have a new Lightning Rider! This is Stella, who dropped by after a rough-and-tough day on the mountain for a quick jaunt on Lightning. From the ski hill to horseback in just one day. What a talented girl. Thank you for stopping by, Stella – we hope you had an awesome time in Steamboat! View […]

“A Cowboy’s Valentine” – A Poem by Steve Lucas

What is a cowboy’s valentine? It may not be the prettiest card or the fanciest chocolate, but it comes from the heart and that’s what counts. Valentine’s Day is a special occasion. But, let’s not get caught up in the flowers and the cards and the chocolate. Let’s stop and realize what this day is […]

Winter Carnival Celebrations at F.M. Light and Sons

F.M. Light & Sons is the best place to meet and watch the street events. Why? We are having a trunk show of your favorite brands: be fitted by experts all weekend starting on Friday, February 8th (Psst! We’re offering great discounts on Dan Post, Stetson and Scully!) There will be free hot chocolate and […]

The Donut Dash: First 100 People get Fresh Donuts from Milk Run!

  Be one of the first 100 people in the store on February 9th, and you’ll get a donut from Milk Run! Mmmm, yes. Now that’s a reason to get up in the morning. Details: 100 donuts for the first 100 takers Donuts from Milk Run (who makes fantastic donuts, we might add) The donuts will […]

Discounts on Western Wear in Steamboat: Stetson Cowboy Hats, Dan Post Boots and Scully

To celebrate this special Winter Carnival in Steamboat Springs (it’s the 100th anniversary!), we’re bringing in our favorite brands for a western wear trunk show and offering a great discount. $20 off any Dan Post boots, $20 off Billy Kidd Stetsons, $5 off all Scully shirts from Friday, February 8th through Sunday the 10th. [contact-form-7 […]

F.M. Light Favorites: Dodge Ram "God Made a Farmer" Commercial

For some, the Super Bowl is all about the game. For others, it represents a few hours when really great commercials can be seen on TV. Whether you are the former or the latter (or a little of both), I’m sure you stopped and listened when this ad aired. We know we did. Here it […]

Cowboy Boots for Kids: Durable, Stylish and Affordable

You love western wear; you have since you were a child. Cowboy boots were your childhood staple shoe, to be worn with sweatpants, skirts, jeans, shorts and cargo pants. Now, a generation later, your children feel the same way about the quintessential cowboy item: the cowboy boot. These boots from Smoky Mountain Boots are perfect […]

Western Wear: Exciting New Cowboy Boots and Clothing

The process involved in choosing the right products in our store is very intriguing. The first step in the process is the Denver Buying Show. The January show features western wear – so this is an obvious opportunity for us to find exactly what we need. We took pictures of our last show so that […]

Join a Flash Mob in Steamboat Springs

Tell your friends: There’s going to be a flash mob in Steamboat Springs to celebrate Winter Carnival. It’s an important year – this is the 100th anniversary of the carnival. Here’s what you need to do: Watch the video. Learn the dance. Share with your friends. Note the time and place at the end of […]