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Allison Trimble A farm has been bought, and the dream of having a place in the country with horses is a reality. Even when a private farm was the original intent, sometimes the idea of boarding, training, and generating some income from the farm can emerge. While some friendly boarding can be … Read More
With the shell of my new barn complete and the notion of moving horses in over the next couple of months becoming more real, I’ve been working to get all my ducks in a row. Over the years I’ve carried a variety of different trainer’s and equine mortality insurance, but … Read More
This morning it was a balmy 27 degrees at the barn. In the Pacific Northwest, we worry about mud management during the winter months, often forgetting about freezing temperatures until they are upon us. My horsey childhood in Alaska was spent more than half the year in the dark and … Read More
The Senior Horse issue in the Northwest Horse Source is my favorite. My endearment with senior horses started with my beloved Bayleen and our 35-year-long relationship. Since her passing six and a half years ago at 37, a whole new group of my horses have aged into their twilight years. … Read More
Immaculate Equestrian Facility on private 20 acres. Two custom homes leave nothing to be desired. Featuring tasteful finishes, fireplaces, heat pumps, cement plank siding, generous garages and wired with generators. Well-designed horse facility offers 92×192 arena, 19 12×12 stalls, hay storage, 6 equipment bays, shavings bunker, ample wash rack, large … Read More
With all the stress of building our new house and horse facility, family obligations, and the responsibilities of running a real estate brokerage, I was bound to become overwhelmed. I can handle a lot, but there came a realization that there’s a lot of work happening, but not a … Read More
From Barn Style to Interior Choices By Allison Trimble Experiential learning combined with education is the surest way to become an expert in any field. If I never have to experience moving a home and horse operation again, it will be too soon. I certainly have more empathy than … Read More
Picture Perfect Equestrian Facility on 5 shy acres. Custom built 2010 sq ft home with open floorplan, vaulted ceilings, granite counters, hickory cabinets, office with fireplace, and two large bedrooms with private bathrooms. Oversized 3 car garage with 500 sq ft bonus space above that could be easily finished. 66′ … Read More
Stunning Mount Baker view from this meticulously kept rambler on nearly 5 usable acres of sandy loam. Solar panels, whole house water filtration system, heat pump, new appliances and an energy audit make this an extremely efficient home. Hardwood floors, cozy fireplaces, cedar lined closets, and cable/internet convenience. Expansive 2250 … Read More
Making Decisions, Choosing Priorities By Allison Trimble Twenty years of daydreaming about my dream facility is finally coming together. It turns out the reality is equal parts exciting and terrifying. Decisions can be hard to make, especially on amenities that I haven’t had much experience with on my janky … Read More
