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Cowgirl Capable REGISTRATION CLARIFICATION

Allow me to try and address some questions that came in asking about the optional registration fee that I rolled out a few days ago to accommodate the ladies who grew up hunting and shooting and asked for more of a camping/riding weekend. Optional Cowgirl Capable Registration Clarification: Ride-Only Option:  For … Read More

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Cowgirl Capable RIDE ONLY REGISTRATION OPTION

Cowgirls,  I’ve had a number of you ask about just riding and camping (hanging out on the ranch, hiking, fishing on Alta Lake, etc.) so I’m offering an optional registration and you can use the existing registration portal but only select either the $750 or the $500 payment.  RENTING A RANCH … Read More

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Kaeco Group Announces New Patented Equi-Mast® 3X Gel Concentrate

NEW 16-Dose Gel Tube Kaeco Equi-Mast® Gel is designed as an equine digestive aid to assist in maintaining a healthy equine gastrointestinal system and to support in the control of stomach ulcers. Ideal for race and performance horses and foals. Clinical Signs: The majority of horses with gastric ulcers do … Read More

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Trainer’s Corner: Does Your Horse Come to You?

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My gelding Exodus learns to connect eyes and ears in a “whoa/stay” with liberty trainer Donna Kelleher. This connection becomes a powerful reward to a horse. Photo by Kim Roe

How to Create an Easy-to-Catch Horse One of the more satisfying moments in horse ownership is standing at a field gate, calling your horse, and have him break into a canter and come joyfully to you. By contrast, it’s frustrating to find yourself walking after a sour-faced horse who turns … Read More

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Editor’s Postcard: Piloting a Horse Farm

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Photo Courtesy Kim Roe

Equine Professionals Wear Many Hats Think of an airplane pilot. They train for years, are repeatedly tested, and then earn their wings. Now imagine if that pilot had to purchase the airplane, keep it running, pay for and install upgrades, keep the books, clean the garbage out from under the … Read More

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Trail Savvy: Trail Maps and Why You Need Them

Trail Maps
All images courtesy Robert Eversole

Tips for Understanding Topo Maps Taking the time to look at a map before leaving the barn can help you plan the ride ahead. Understanding the basic parts of a map will help you “stay found” and know what’s ahead and around as you navigate safely from trailhead to viewpoint … Read More

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Outbreak Alerts: August 14, 2024 West Nile Virus in San Joaquin County, CA

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Confirmed Case(s) – No Quarantine Source: California Department of Food and Agriculture Number Confirmed: 1Number Exposed: Unknown Horse 1: Age: 9Gender: GeldingBreed: Quarter HorseOnset of Clinical Signs: 7/25/2024Clinical Signs: febrile, muscle fasciculations, ataxic, increased respiratory rateConfirmation Date: 8/8/2024Horse Status: Affected And AliveVaccination Status: Vaccinated Comments: The fourth (4th) case of West Nile Virus in California in 2024 was confirmed in San Joaquin … Read More

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Attention All Non-Profit Equine Related Organizations

Triple Crown Cares Program

TRIPLE CROWN® CARES PROGRAM When your 501c3 organization becomes a member of Triple Crown Nutrition’s Cares Program, you benefit from our ongoing commitment to the equine industry. We know Triple Crown customers care about their horses and are just as passionate about the clubs, associations and equine nonprofit organizations to … Read More

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New & Noteworthy: 2024 Ethos Award Honorees Announced

Ethos Award
Patricia Kelly

The 2024 Ethos Award co-founders Jess Saalfield and Roberta Wilmore are excited to announce that the 2024 Ethos Award will be presented at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame in Saratoga Springs, NY. The Ethos Award recognizes individuals who advance the engagement of Black and Brown people … Read More

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Wild Rose Triple Trail Challenge

Wild Rose Triple Trail Challenge

Roseburg, Oregon – October 5, 2024 Heads Up!! Trail horse enthusiasts !! There is a new game in town!! Its called The Wild Rose Triple Trail Challenge. This new and different event will be sure to be a whole new way of attending a trail event. The venue consists of … Read More

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