A proud group of Black Californians keep the traditions of the Old West and cowboy culture alive.

In Oakdale, Calif., many groups of Black horse riders bring their steeds and families, celebrate the traditions of the Old West, and explore their roots with American cowboy life.

Oct. 15, 2022 2:03 PM PT

Diego Medrano is a former video editor for the Los Angeles Times who has also written and shot photos for the Calendar and Saturday sections. He graduated from Cal State Fullerton with a bachelor’s in English and communications with an emphasis on radio, TV and film.