This epic documentary chronicles the rise of the dude ranch—an enduring symbol of the American West—against stunning landscapes, ranchers battle modernization, economic struggles, and generational shifts to keep their legacy alive. Through gripping stories of iconic families, this film reveals their fight to preserve a way of life that refuses to fade into history.
Call of the West is a local public television program presented by Wyoming PBS
NewCall of the West Director's Cut
Special | 1h 3m 9s | Traces the rise of the dude ranch, forging the bold spirit and identity of the American West. (1h 3m 9s)
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Call of the West is a local public television program presented by Wyoming PBS