Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Western Designed Cases to Dress Your Phones and Tablets from Fort Western

If you're anything like the Fort Western Stores team, you are looking to show off your western lifestyle every chance possible. Now even your cell phone can show the world what you live for. The Fort now has western designed cell phone cases for the iPhone, iPad and select Android devices. Each style features scenes of horses, rodeo events, faux leather, or a collection of western brands.

Below we've included a few of the most popular designs so far. Don't worry if these aren't quite your style though, there are plenty of different western designed cases available on our website.

Barrel Racer iPhone Case
Show off your love for barrel racing everywhere you go now with this rhinestone embellished iPhone case. The case's pink and black rhinestone barrel racer image is perfect for any cowgirl out there. Fits iPhone 4/4S.

Tooled Leather iPad Case
Add a fun and rustic look to your iPad with this lavender, faux tooled leather print case. This case was meant for everyone who loves the look of hand-tooled leather, now even your high tech gadgets can have this special western appearance. Fits iPads.

Captain Horse Droid X Case
This case adds a touch of western class using a sepia toned image of a horse and cowboy to any phone. For those fans out there who love nothing more than a good trail ride. Fits The Motorola Droid X.







Head over to our website to check out all of the case styles available. Cowboy up your cell phone or tablet with our new cases, and let us know which ones are your favorite!

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

April 2012 40th Anniversary Gift Card Winner

Congratulations to Lynda McManigle, the April 2012 winner of Fort Western Stores’ 40th Anniversary $400 gift card. Lynda received a $400 Fort Western gift card which can be redeemed at Fort Western online, with our catalog or at our Lincoln or Nebraska City, NE retail locations.

Lynda and her husband live in cowboy land: Belt, Montana. They are part of the Little Belt Cowboys Association that puts on the PRCA Rodeo every spring over the Fathers Day weekend. She feels blessed to have horses be a big part of her life, saying that they are her peace and joy.

"Winning this gift card from Fort Western will make my horse and I dress in style! Thank you so much." – Lynda McManigle, on winning the $400 Gift Card

Remember to enter the May 2012 giveaway for a chance to win our next 40th Anniversary $400 Gift Card. Visit our website for full details and entry form.

Thursday, April 19, 2012

Big Savings on Western Wear at Fort Western's Spring Tent Sale

Get ready for great deals at Fort Western's Spring 2012 Tent Sale! Head over to Fort Western Outfitters -- located at 56th and HWY 2 in Lincoln, NE -- for the annual four day sale. We've brought in 1000's of extra items for this BIG event — including brand name boots, hats, jeans, shirts and more for the whole family! You'll find clearance items starting as low as 99¢.

Enjoy FREE refreshments and popcorn while you shop. Plus, enter for a chance to win a $400 Fort Gift Card!

You’ll find amazing deals on western wear and saddles & tack. Prices valid only on in-stock items during our 4-Day Tent Sale. No rain checks. No special orders. Sorry Online orders not included.

View this year's ad!

Fort Western Spring Tent Sale
Thursday April 26th – Sunday April 29, 2012
Fort Western Outfitters
56th & HWY 2
Lincoln, NE

Monday, April 16, 2012

Announcing the March 2012 40th Anniversary $400 Gift Card Winner

Congratulations to Florence Martin, the March 2012 winner of Fort Western Stores' 40th Anniversary $400 gift card. Florence received a $400 Fort Western gift card which can be redeemed at Fort Western online, with our catalog or at our Lincoln or Nebraska City, NE retail locations.

Florence lives and works in New Mexico at an equipment auction company. In her spare time she likes to get out and ride her horses. At home Florence cares for her goats, cattle and horses.

"It feels great! I've never won anything before."
- Florence Martin, on winning the $400 Gift Card

Remember to enter the April 2012 giveaway for a chance to win our next 40th Anniversary $400 Gift Card. Visit our website for full details and entry form.

Thursday, April 5, 2012

Summer Blast 2011 $500 Gift Card Winner

Congratulations to Dana Purkey, the first place winner of Fort Western Stores' "Summer Blast" shopping spree. The online drawing was held September 1, 2011. Dana received a $500 Fort Western gift card which can be redeemed at Fort Western online, with our catalog or at our Lincoln or Nebraska City, NE retail locations.

Dana is a copy artist for Painted Pony Designs, and a loving grandmother. In her spare time she enjoys playing with her grandson, and her daughter's horses. She has two miniature horses, which bring much joy and laughter into her life.

"I am thrilled to win a $500 gift card. I'm sure my whole family will benefit from this wonderful surprise."

- Dana Purkey, on winning the $500 Gift Card

Congratulations Dana, and thanks for making The Fort the home for you and your family’s western wear needs.

Monday, March 19, 2012

Fort Western Celebrates 40 Years by Giving Away $4,000

Fort Western is turning 40 and to celebrate we're giving away $4,000! Each month this year, from March through December, we'll be giving away a $400 Fort Gift Card. Visit our website today for full details on how you can enter to win the Fort Western 40th Anniversary Giveaway.

Carl and Shirley Wohlfarth established Fort Western in 1972. The first store opened as a one-room tack shop in Lincoln, NE. As their business and the store's popularity grew the Wohlfarths began expanding their inventory to include western wear. In 1987, Fort Western relocated to its current, two-story, Lincoln store location which occupies over 40,000 square feet.

The Original Fort Western Store in Lincoln, NE.

Today, Fort Western is recognized as one of the largest western wear outfitters in the Midwest with two retail store locations, a catalog and a Web store. Customers can find all their western lifestyle needs through The Fort's expansive selection of western wear, western home decor, cowboy boots, cowboy hats, saddles, and tack.

Fort Western Outfitters Store in Lincoln, NE.

Since we opened our doors in 1972 a few things have changed: we're a little bigger, offer a few thousand more items, and today our customers have a choice in how to visit us. You can come to the store in Lincoln or Nebraska City and find the selection and customer service you have come to expect, or visit FortWestern.com from the comfort of your home or office and browse over 4,500 items. Either way you shop we invite you to visit Nebraska's largest western outfitter. Help us celebrate 40 years and discover the tradition that is The Fort.

Friday, March 2, 2012

Announcing our $250 Customer Appreciation Gift Card Winner!

Here at Fort Western Stores we have a new gift card winner to share with all of you. Michelle Garey is the winner of our $250 Customer Appreciation Gift Card giveaway. Her gift card can be redeemed at Fort Western online, with our catalog or at our Lincoln or Nebraska City, NE retail locations.

Michelle is a stay at home mom from central Nebraska. She and her husband have three young boys. Michelle's husband and sons are all team ropers, and spend most of their free time practicing or at events.

I've never really won anything so this is very exciting to me, thank you. I'm so thrilled!
-Michelle Garey, on winning her $250 Gift Card.

Congratulations Michelle, and thanks for making The Fort the home for your and your family's western wear needs.