COWGIRL CONFIDENT

Events & Online Learning

 

“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13

Cowgirl Confident is a hands-on ladies’ learning event by Clayton Corner Farm in Afton, OK that provides hands-on and online learning for the flourishing community of women in cattle management. Cowgirl Confident unites top instructors from across the U.S. and a growing demographic of women cattle owners. Whether you are well seasoned in raising cattle or brand new, join us for our next Cowgirl Confident event to strengthen your skills and form lifelong relationships with likeminded ladies. Due to the overwhelming demand, we are currently working to add workshops, seminars and an online learning portal. 

FALL '25 KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

Radke has spent the last 20 years on the road fighting for the agriculture, rural America, and the western way of life. Her work is focused on keeping producers on the land and beef on the dinner plate. She advises ranching families in their entrepreneurial pursuits working with CK6 Consulting, and she highlights the great folks she meets on the road with her weekly podcast called, “The Heart of Rural America.”

She currently serves as an appointee on the National Agriculture Campaign Advisory Council, where she provides industry insights to the U.S. House of Representatives Agriculture Committee. And she is a strong champion back at home in South Dakota fighting for private property rights for farmers and ranchers.

Radke’s real passion is on investing in the next generation. She’s the author of ten children’s books that teach kids about agriculture and where their food comes from, and she’s committed to celebrating agriculture’s story, one page at a time.

Learn more about Radke at www.amandaradke.com .

Matt and Kari Feldhaus are the amazing couple behind Ranching Sodak, a popular YouTube channel with over 25k subscribers. Together, they give viewers an honest, entertaining, and heartwarming glimpse into life on a South Dakota cattle ranch — from calving and cattle handling to equipment tips and timeless family traditions.

Known for his quick‑witted humor and affectionate nickname for Kari — “Sassy Pants” — Matt is also a talented cowboy poet, weaving the stories and character of the ranching life into captivating verse. At Cowgirl Confident, he’ll be sharing his expertise in corral design, making cattle handling safer and more efficient. Together, Matt and Kari will teach the workflow of working cattle as a couple, sharing how teamwork, trust, and a sense of humor make all the difference.

Kari will also introduce attendees to her Sodak Pete children’s book series — inspired by the sights and lessons of ranch life and created to help connect kids with agriculture.

We’re proud to have Matt and Kari as keynote speakers and instructors for the Cowgirl Confident Couples’ event — bringing knowledge, heart, humor, and a deep love for agriculture to the event.

Start binge watching now! Be sure to follow and subscribe to Ranching Sodak on YouTube for more stories, tips, and a behind‑the‑scenes look at life on their South Dakota ranch! https://www.youtube.com/@Ranchingsodak

Fall 2025 Cowgirl Confident Sponsors

HARVEST HOST SPONSOR:

DRINK SPONSOR

SESSION & IN-KIND SPONSORS:

DR. BLALOCK’S SESSIONS

SOCIAL MEDIA TRIO

CALF NUTRITION, MADIGAN SQUEEZE & TRUSTI TUBER

IN-KIND DONATION

T-SHIRT SPONSORS:

THANK YOU!

T-SHIRT SPONSORS:

KIZMET FARM,

HOWARD HILLS FARMSTEAD,

THISTLEDEW FOLD,

WEST HIGHLAND FARMS,

MAYNARD’S TRIPLE M HIGHLANDS & HIGHPARKS,

DRAGONFLY FARMS

HOME RANCH CATTLE CO.

Online Learning Events

 

 

Agritourism: Cultivating Successful Ventures

Discover invaluable insights from agritourism experts dedicated to crafting captivating farm tours, engaging petting zoos, thrilling corn mazes, charming pumpkin patches, beautiful photography sessions, educational events, and much more.

We know your schedule doesn’t always line up with live presentations – that’s why we offer both live sessions and on-demand access.

NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE
$50

 

 

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Agritourism Webinar Agenda

Hands-On Learning Events

 

Cowgirl Confident Ladies’ Event-Afton, OK

Our signature hands-on cattle handling event for women ready to build confidence around the chute, in the pen and on the ranch. Join us for 3 days of practical skills, expert instruction, and a supportive cowgirl community.

We’re thrilled to welcome Amanda Radke as our keynote speaker-bringing inspiration, real-world ag experience, and a message every agripreneur needs to hear.

No experience required-just a willingness to learn, grow and get a little dusty. Veteran cattlewomen welcome, too!

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Ladies' Event Agendas

Green Group
Blue Group
Orange Group
Red Group
Pink Group
Purple Group
Black Group
Couples' Event Agenda

Cowgirl Confident Couples’ Event-Afton, OK

A hands-on cattle handling experience designed for couples who want to grow their skills and their teamwork. Learn from real ranching couples like Matt & Kari from Ranching Sodak, work cattle side-by-side and gain confidence in the pen and in your partnership.

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What Our Participants Say

Don’t take our word for it-hear it directly from the women who’ve attended Cowgirl Confident. From first-timers to seasoned ranch hands, their stories say it best: confidence is built through experience, skills grow with practice and community makes all the difference.

“Put my Cowgirl Confident skills I learned at the IDEXX session to use! I was able to pull blood to give to our vet so she could create a serum for one of our weanling calves who has a bad eye ulcer.”

Nina M.

“Excited to share, Shannon M. and I attended Cowgirl Confident Oct. 2024. I learned so much! I wanted to share that with what I learned and Shannon’s verbal support via phone my husband and I were able to assist and deliver our neighbor’s calf who was in trouble. She was a young first-time mom and she wasn’t progressing. When we looked closer he only had one hoof present. We were able to push him back in, find his other hoof and get him out!! His mouth and tongue were starting to turn purple, but once we pushed him back in and found his foot he pinked up quickly and then he came right out!! I really never thought I’d actually be hands on, especially when it wasn’t even our cows!! So grateful for all of you and all you expertise, grateful we happened to be called over to their house or it may have been a different ending!!”

Kari G.

“Yesterday, we had a bred heifer get out of the pasture around the tractor at the gate. She was enjoying some fresh grass by the garden, as we all went to get her back into the pasture. In the process of getting her in the pasture, I got kicked by her. It’s not the first time I’ve been kicked, but this is the first time I knew why. Thanks to the cattle movement class I knew I wasn’t positioned off her hip correctly and it was a great reminder to be constantly assessing your position when moving cattle.”

Courtney H.

“A little story to tell y’all! As I’m still shaking. I just had a feeling mid morning that it was time for Willa. Sure enough she wasn’t with the herd. She was hidden well. Took me an hour and a half to find her in the woods. She was down and pushing, straining with nothing coming out in a way that didn’t seem normal. Fast forward after trying to get her tied to a tree we ended up getting her up into our chute. Thank God I had just been to cowgirl confident and saw first hand what you were feeling for inside a cow and the positions a calf could be in. I reached in and felt the tail head and hips. No feet. I struggled to find both rears. Found one, it came out, but couldn’t get the other. So had to put it back in. the cow was crying in pain and pushing against me. At times smashing my hand between the calf and her pelvic bone. I took a break and called every vet and cattle person I knew hoping someone could come help. But nobody answered. I took a deep breath and went in again with both hands. I remembered what our instructor said. I closed my eyes and slowly found both hips and moved my hands down the legs slowly and after some maneuvering I finally had both rear hooves. I twisted slightly and pulled and they seemed to fly back. I wrapped the chains as we were shown and pulled that calf out as momma pushed. I was fully prepared for a dead calf. But he was ALIVE. I did it, y’all! And you can too! 💪🤠“

Sarah T.

“Used my Cowgirl Confident skills again tonight…”know when you need help.” Ended up calling the vet for some assistance with a stuck calf. Had to use a calf puller with the chains for the first time Angus/Highland heifer. Baby and Momma are doing great and I’m glad I knew to give a heads up to the vet and reach out again when we needed help. We did have momma in the chute when the vet arrived, so cattle handling also came in handy. “

Kari M.

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52990 E 230 Rd
Afton, OK 74331