Cowgirl Candace makes history as first Southern belle to grace Canada’s Trailblazher Magazine
Trailblazher Magazine, the premier publication celebrating the grit and grace of rural women, has made history with its 2025 cover story featuring Cowgirl Candace. The Georgia-born storyteller, journalist, and fourth-generation farmer becomes the first Southern belle and Black cowgirl honored as the magazine’s featured pioneer, marking a groundbreaking moment in Western media.
Raised on her family’s centennial farm in the Georgia Black Belt Region, Cowgirl Candace’s upbringing was steeped in the traditions of rodeo, agriculture, and outdoor living. Each shaped the foundation for her internationally recognized editorial career. Known for blending deep Southern heritage with modern-day rural storytelling, she has spent years amplifying the voices of rural communities in agriculture, hunting, and Western culture.
“This cover represents more than just my journey — it’s a tribute to the legacy of farmers, cowhands, and agriculturalists whose stories have often gone untold,” said the brand storyteller and digital strategist. “Being the first is an honor, but my mission is to ensure I’m not the last. I want to inspire other rural women to embrace their country roots and step confidently into their own rural narratives.”
Her cover story in Trailblazher Magazine dives into her unique lifestyle in the Deep South, career in agriculture journalism, and how she continues to redefine the perception of Western and rural life through her work. Through her storytelling, she bridges the gap between history and modern-day representation, ensuring that the Southern and cowgirl experience is both preserved and celebrated.
“Candace has been a salt-of-the-earth woman to work with,” said Trailblazer Co-Editor Erin Johnson. “She truly reminds us of the gift that we receive through the work we do — the chance to meet, explore, and share ideas and commonalities with truly incredible women around the world.” The 2025 issue of Trailblazher Magazine featuring Cowgirl Candace is now available here. Readers can expect an inspiring, in-depth look at her life on the farm, her work in rural storytelling, and her impact on the agricultural and country Western worlds.
Congratulations Friend. Your hand work has paid off . Keep on keeping on .
Thank you so much to one of the first Southern photographers who understood my bliss work and helped me cultivate my craft during my time in Columbus, Georgia. I’m forever grateful for your willingness to join me on this agricultural journey in those early days. Let’s run it back.