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New & Noteworthy: The 38th Annual Idaho Horse Expo Brings Education and Entertainment April 5-7

Photo Courtesy Idaho Horse Expo

The 38th annual Idaho Horse Expo, April 5–7 at Ford Idaho Horse Park in Nampa, Idaho, is an event perfect for anyone interested in anything horse. From dressage to colt starting, there’s something for everyone! This year’s featured clinicians are Ruben Villasenor and Ron McLoughlin. Villasenor believes in teaching horse … Read More

Boost Rider Well-being & Performance⁠ When it’s Too Cold to Ride

Image Courtesy Julie Goodnight

Julie Goodnight Talks with Equestrian Fitness & Wellness Coach, Ifa Simmonds SALIDA, Colorado, February 13, 2024⁠—Julie Goodnight invites equestrian fitness and wellness coach, Ifa Simmonds, to talk about fitness specific to riders, and the importance of the rider’s overall well-being and confidence⁠—regardless of level, discipline, or whether or not they … Read More

USA EQUESTRIAN TRUST OPENS 2024 GRANTS PROGRAM FOR EQUINE NON-PROFITS

GRANTS PROGRAM
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Applications due Tuesday, March 26 FEBRUARY 13, 2024 — Lexington, KY — USA Equestrian Trust® is pleased to announce it is now accepting proposals from IRS-registered equine non-profit organizations for its 2024 grants program. Since the inception of the program, the Trust has awarded more than $2.5 million in grants. … Read More

From My Saddle: Exciting Expos!

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Karen rides her mare April at the Washington State Horse Expo in 2012. Photo by by DiaRae Harvey.

The Place to Connect with Favorite Trainers I’ve attended horse expos as a sponsor for over 20 years. Despite the cost and hard work involved in preparing for them, I love them! Every year I look forward to connecting with my writers, advertisers, and readers. It’s rewarding to engage with … Read More

Outbreak Alerts: March 12, 2024 Strangles in Snohomish County, WA

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: State Veterinarian Office Confirmed Case(s) – No Quarantine Number Confirmed: 4Number Suspected: 2Facility Type: Private FacilityComments: Isolated and under vet care. Rescue imported 6 head from Texas. For more information about Strangles, go to https://www.equinediseasecc.org/strangles See past published Outbreak Alerts: https://nwhorsesource.com/category/news/alerts Equine Disease Communication CenterUpdates on current disease outbreaks are listed on our EDCC website … Read More

Outbreak Alerts: March 12, 2024 – Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic in Spokane County, WA

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: State Veterinarian Office. Confirmed Case(s) – Information Only Number Confirmed: 1Number Suspected: 9Number Exposed: 27Comments: Quarantine Lifted March 10th, 2024 For more information, go to https://www.equinediseasecc.org/equine-herpesvirus See past published Outbreak Alerts: https://nwhorsesource.com/category/news/alerts Equine Disease Communication CenterUpdates on current disease outbreaks are listed on our EDCC website as they occur and will include … Read More

New & Noteworthy: Something for Everyone at the Northwest Horse Fair and Expo March 22–24

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Matt Livengood. Photo by Carrie Sigglin.

Few things bring horse people together like an expo, and here in the Northwest we have the good fortune to attend and participate in the 23rd annual Northwest Horse Fair & Expo March 22–24 in Albany, Oregon, at the Linn County Fair & Expo Center. The Expo will once again … Read More

Outbreak Alerts: March 06, 2024 – Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic in Skagit County, WA

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: State Veterinarian Office. Confirmed Case(s) – Official Quarantine Number Confirmed: 1Number Exposed: 1Facility Type: Private FacilityComments: Horse was supposedly exposed during trail ride with some others that had respiratory signs. Horse is quarantined and under vet care. For more information, go to https://www.equinediseasecc.org/equine-herpesvirus See past published Outbreak Alerts: https://nwhorsesource.com/category/news/alerts Equine Disease Communication CenterUpdates … Read More

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