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Added Monies a Boon for September Show WSQHA is proud to continue the tradition of the Northwest Emerald Masters Futurity due to the generosity of our sponsors. For 2012 there is total added money of $5,000 for the open rider division. Monies courtesy of Cindy McCraw of Riverside Ranch, …
When, Where and How to Ride Like a Real Cowboy Courtesy of Top50 Ranches Cattle drives are about as real as it gets on a ranch vacation. To make the transition from City Slicker to real-life cowboy, follow Top50 Ranches’ advice on where to find the best cattle drives …
Spare Your Horse the Unpleasant Side Effects of Being a “Weekend Warrior” by Raye Lochert Trail riding is the most popular equine activity among horse owners. However, unfortunate side effects of a weekend on the trail can include things like colic, tying up, and a variety of lameness issues all …
How to Find the Best One for You and Your Budget by Brigitte MacKenzie Over the years, I’ve observed that the sport of barrel racing is one of the least formally coached equestrian disciplines. However, because of my background riding English, I have always advocated clinics and coaching. Recently I …
10 Tips for Trail Riders by Robert Eversole Unless you’ve maintained your riding schedule throughout the winter (and if you have, Bravo to you!) this is an excellent time to start prepping not only yourself for the start of riding season, but also to get your horse or mule …
From Prevention to Prognosis by Michelle Delco, DVM, DACVS Tendon and ligament injuries are common causes of equine lameness, responsible for up to 30 percent of lameness in athletic horses by some estimates. With the changing of the seasons, following is some timely information on preventing tendon and ligament …
Good Horsemanship is Developed, Not Sold by Allison Trimble I had a funny thought while preparing for my first expo—what am I selling? As a clinician, the methods and philosophy are most important, but the merchandising is where you are sustained. This is a business like any other and it’s …
Ferndale High School is the only school north of Seattle that offers this rewarding opportunity to high school student equestrian athletes. Though the Ferndale team is small, it has all the components to achieve success: dedication, determination, and talent, which they showed during the first meet of 2012 held in Spanaway, …
Spring Expos help Prepare for Summer Riding by Karen Pickering I look forward to spring and summer as this is the time of year to get out on the trails, go camping and enjoy the outdoors. It’s a chance for our horses to stretch their legs, too, especially if …
It’s not easy for your horse to perform at optimal levels when his stomach is in turmoil. Performance horse owners know that digestive upset is a widespread problem – often aggravated by lifestyle and schedule changes. Clinical studies demonstrate that an astounding 93 percent of racing thoroughbreds and 63 percent of …