A Job in Town
41st Gathering Featured Artists
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Carson shares the sad reality for many ranchers. Carson Houser recites "A Job in Town."
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Carson Houser
McClusky, ND
Carson Houser is a rancher, bull rider, and cowboy poet from McClusky, North Dakota. Raised working on his family's cow-calf operation, Carson developed a passion for ranching culture, which led him to poetry. His style is inspired by the music and stories he grew up hearing from those involved in rural lifestyles. Carson has been honored to perform in seven different states and various gatherings. His work ranges from original pieces that reflect his passion for rodeo and cowboy culture to cowboy poetry classics. Carson recently completed his degree in agriculture education and now teaches ag while serving as an FFA advisor.
"A Job in Town"
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Video provided by Carson Houser.
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