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Sharing a Passion for Helping Veterans One of the best things I’ve done in my life is to be involved in a veteran’s program. Shelly DeBoer of Faith Equestrian Center in Custer, WA, opened her facility up as a place to connect with veterans and their families. A few of …
Is All This Tech Really Helping? As I write this, I have just returned home from the Northwest Horse Fair & Expo in Albany, Oregon. I love this event and look forward to it every year. It feeds my soul. I love reconnecting with customers and friends and meeting new …
Helping Businesses Measure Results In today’s world, there are so many ways to advertise — social media, search engines, print, digital magazines, newsletters, even podcasts. With so many options, it can be hard for businesses to know what’s truly working. That’s where you come in. As a longtime publisher of …
Change is the One Sure Thing I’ve enjoyed 30 years publishing the Northwest Horse Source. It’s been a dream career, and I’m truly blessed to work in an industry I love. While it’s never been lucrative financially, it’s been rich in experience, friendships, travel, and more. From horse shows to …
Ranch Getaway Replenishes My Soul In November I had an opportunity to visit a beautiful ranch near Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Vista Verde Ranch was featured on the cover of our November issue, and you’ll read about my experience in an upcoming issue. The time away from work and cell phones …
How Horses Bring People Together I recently celebrated my 63rd birthday with my best friend, Wendy, who has her birthday on the same day. We spent the day doing things together rather than spend money on gifts. We visited the mining town of Cripple Creek, Colorado, and our husbands, Mark …
Mastering the Art of Working ON Your Business, Not Just IN it Running a business isn’t about finding all the answers once and coasting—especially in a rapidly changing world. After 30 years in the horse industry, I’ve learned that what worked in 1995 no longer applies today. Trends evolve, communication …
Useful Lives Beyond Useful Years My love for older horses has grown as I’ve aged-out several horses in my life. As I too grow older, I find myself longing for the days when I could swing up on my horse from the ground or ride for hours without feeling it …
All-day Event Raises Funds for Military Families and Local Charities June 21, 2023 was a day to celebrate local military and their families. Each year, Colorado Springs Western Street Breakfast serves a delicious hot breakfast for just $5. This is hosted by the Pikes Peak Range Riders. It’s a huge …
