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The Colorado Horse Source is proud to announce that it will serve as the official publication of the Rocky Mountain Horse Expo in Denver, Colorado, February 23–26, 2023. The event historically presents four days of horse-focused clinics, trade-show shopping, and educational opportunities for those who are active in the horse …
(Photo Caption: Lindsey Thomas rode HF Shiney Surprise to win the Ron Williams Youth Traveling Trophy at the 20223 RMRHA Summer Slide in July. Photo Credit: Colorado Horse Source) Getting to Know Colorado Horse People I had the privilege of visiting the Rocky Mountain Reining Horse Association (RMRHA) Summer Slide …
(Photo Caption: On fair-weather days that might not have ground safe for riding, make your way to the barn to conduct repairs and identify what you’ll need to fix come spring. Photo Courtesy of www.Horizon Structures.com) Use Colorado’s Sunny Winter Days to Maintain Your Place There’s always something that needs …
Horse Roots Run Deep in Her Family, and She Intends to Keep the Legacy Going What’s your name and age? Quincy Swanson. I’m 12 years old. How long have you been involved with horses? I’ve been around horses since I was a baby, but I started riding when I was …
When Planning Your Next Trail-Riding Adventure, Consider a Trek Along the Colorado Trail. If you’re the kind of rider who enjoys high-country adventure, spectacular scenery, and lots of surprises, the Colorado Trail might be for you. Having ridden an 80-mile portion of the trail over four days through the Colorado …
Because Not Every Horse Needs a Rider The horse world is deeply associated with the iconic image. Think of the first time your imagination was ignited by a thundering herd of Chincoteague ponies. Or your heart skipped a beat when you pictured a wild mustang standing atop a western bluff, …
This Holiday Season, Give Back to the Industry You Love Locally to Support Horses and Horse-Related Charities During the next couple months, you’ll probably encounter many ways to give back in your local area, and your horse community could use your generosity. Whether it’s for Giving Tuesday (November 29, 2022), …
(Photo Caption: Zadiba, a Lusitano gelding owned, trained, and ridden by Cody Harrison, performs shoulder-in with good balance and in self-carriage.) With Balance, Your Horse Can Confidently Fulfill Almost Any Request One of the most fundamental components of training a horse needs to develop is correct balance. If the balance …
Author: Katherine Gregory Meet Prince Caspian Our senior horses hold special places in our hearts, whether we’ve had them most of their lives or care for them during their golden years. In recognition of these golden oldies, Farnam sponsored a contest with The Colorado Horse Source to highlight senior horses. …
NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – What is most important to members of the equine industry? To answer this question and more, the Rutgers Equine Science Center is conducting the 2022 Equine Industry Needs Assessment Survey. You are invited to participate in this survey if you are over 18 years old and …
