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The 31st Annual John Wayne Trail Ride Begins May 18th

John Wayne Pioneer Wagons and Riders Association is a non- profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the historic John Wayne Pioneer Trail in Washington state. The trail is over 200 miles and follows the route of the former Milwaukee railroad, running east/west across WA State. The ride begins May 18th  … Read More

Brigitte’s Bits on Barrel Racing

Fitness and Goal Setting: Get Ready for a New Season by Brigitte Mackenzie   The excitement of the competition year begins with a fresh set of goals. This season will be approximately the 32nd time I have done this process and it’s always a challenge to get started when the … Read More

The First 24 Hours

What to Look for After Your Mare Foals by Brandi Holohan, DVM   This is the day; you have waited 11 long months and your mare has delivered her foal. It took about 20 to 30 minutes from her water breaking to her delivering the foal. It is generally advised … Read More

WSQHA Royalty Court

Queen Competition is Under Way!   WSQHA is pleased to announce that the 2012-2013 Washington State Quarter Horse Queen competition is under way, the first runner-up will be crowned Princess. Serving as an Ambassador to the WSQHA, our Queen and Princess will promote community awareness of the American Quarter Horse … Read More

Cavalia Entertains Northwest Audiences

Cavalia: A Magical Encounter Between Human and Horse, an innovative multi-media and multi-disciplinary production created by Normand Latourelle, one of the co-founders of the famed Cirque du Soleil, held its opening premiere November 16 in Portland, OR. Shows are being held in Redmond, WA through February 12th—don’t miss it! Enjoyed … Read More

Equine Vaccinations

Basic Guidelines for Horses at Home and on the Road by Alexandra Abramson-Mooney, DVM, Ragan Garrett, DVM and Crystal Williams, DVM   A good immunization program is a critical component of an equine health maintenance program and is essential to responsible horse ownership. Updated strategies for vaccinating horses are maintained … Read More

Buying A Horse Trailer

Use Care in the Purchase of Your Horse’s “Ride” by: Leigh Goodison Grieve   The most important thing before buying a horse trailer, whether it’s new or used, is to first measure your horse. This includes width, height (withers to ground/poll to the ground), and length (chest to tail/muzzle to … Read More

The Montana Cowboy

An Anthology of Western Life by Wanda Rosseland     “I couldn’t put it down!” is the comment author Wanda Rosseland hears the most concerning her new book, The Montana Cowboy. It’s not surprising since every story in it is true, told by men and women who spent their life … Read More

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