NATIONAL DAY OF THE COWBOYNational Day of the Cowboy on the fourth Saturday in July recognizes the stoic, hardworking symbol of the American West. The era of the cowboy began after the Civil War in the heart of Texas. Cattle were herded long before this time, but in Texas, they grew wild and unchecked. As the country expanded, the demand for beef in the northern territories and states increased. With nearly 5 million head of cattle, cowboys moved the herds on long drives to where the profits were. It's all about the adventure of life and showing richness about their passions toward the cow ride .