The Life and Times of a Texas Drover and Rancher: A Conversation with Matt Brockman

In 1865, a 17-year-old boy stands on a dusty street in San Antonio, searching for work. The Civil War has ended, Texas is in transition, and opportunity—and danger—awaits on the open range. This is where the journey begins.

Join Matt Brockman as he brings to life the experience of a young drover embarking on the grueling yet legendary path of a Texas cattle driver. Through vivid storytelling, he will immerse the audience in the realities of life on the trail—long days in the saddle, perilous river crossings, midnight cattle stampedes, and the camaraderie of men who forged the cattle industry. From the early days of moving wild longhorns up the Chisholm Trail to the evolution of Texas ranching, this presentation captures the essence of the cowboy era and the legacy it left behind.

Step into the boots of a Texas drover and experience the history, hardships, and triumphs that shaped the Lone Star State.