Kim Roe

Kim Roe grew up riding on the family ranch and competed in Western rail classes, trail horse, reining, working cow, and hunter/jumper. She trained her first horse for money at 12 years old, starting a pony for a neighbor. Kim has been a professional dressage instructor in Washington state for over 30 years, training hundreds of horses and students through the levels. In recent years Kim has become involved in Working Equitation and is a small ‘r’ Working Equitation judge with WE United. Kim is the editor of the Northwest Horse Source Magazine, and also a writer, photographer, and poet. She owns and manages Blue Gate Farm in Deming, Washington where she continues to be passionate about helping horses and riders in many disciplines.

Equine Bodywork: What Is It and Why Do It?

October 19, 2022October 9, 2022 by Kim Roe

Photo Courtesy Kim Roe

An Introduction for Horse Owners About five years ago I was experiencing some knee pain. It hurt to push the wheelbarrow, walk up and down stairs, and worst—it interfered with my ability to ride well. After a few months of hobbling around, I went to the doctor. He examined and …

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Editor’s Postcard: Caring for Horses Cultivates Compassion

October 19, 2022October 4, 2022 by Kim Roe

By Aliena Hook

Listen to Your Horses to Learn What They Need Once upon a time there was a little girl who loved horses. She dreamed about becoming a famous trainer. She willed herself not to grow, because she wanted to be a jockey (and she was the shortest person in her family). …

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Editor’s Postcard: Eyes on the Ground are Essential for Riders

August 11, 2022August 10, 2022 by Kim Roe

Carol (left) and Kim (right) have been riding together and helping each other for decades. Photo by Diana Inch.

Family or Friends with Big Hearts Can Fill this Role I recently judged a show in Chicago and noticed two competitors helping each other throughout the competition. One, a younger woman, was especially attentive to the other, older, woman. They called (read aloud) each other’s dressage tests, gave that last …

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July/August 2022 Cover Story: The Cross-National Working Equitation Camp & Cup

October 25, 2022July 1, 2022 by Kim Roe

Education, Friendship, and Competition in Missoula July 9–17, 2022 Working Equitation (WE) is quickly becoming one of the most popular equine sports in the world. With its origins in Europe, it was developed to showcase working horses such as those you find on working ranches around the globe. WE competitions …

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Editor’s Postcard: It’s Event Season!

August 11, 2022June 21, 2022 by Kim Roe

Photo by Carol Landt

Be Sure Your Equines are Ready for Their Outings After two years of COVID, and a winter that felt like it was two years long, I’m itching to get out to some shows, trail rides, or clinics. Though I’ve been to horse shows wearing my judge’s hat and I regularly …

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Travis Logan of Clear Cut Horsemanship – Creston, Washington Trainer Keeps it Simple while Giving Horses and Riders a Solid Foundation

August 2, 2022May 4, 2022 by Kim Roe

“I believe in keeping things simple and clear for both horse and rider.” - Travis Logan. All photos by Clear Cut Horsemanship

There is one sure way to be successful in business: provide people with something they need that’s in short supply. In the horse business, that “something” is capable colt starters. Throughout the Pacific Northwest (and beyond) owners of young horses are discovering how difficult it is to find a trainer …

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Where are We Going? Horses for All is My Dream

April 23, 2022 by Kim Roe

I’ll try not to rant. Unfortunately, I’m a worrier, and I’m worried about the horse business. We’re facing some serious difficulties. Many in the horse business are getting a bit long in the tooth—especially those who own and maintain the facilities where many equine activities happen. Boarding barns are closing …

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Sally Saur – Showing Students Their Superpowers

April 13, 2022 by Kim Roe

Photo by Jeni Jo Photography

What is your name and the name of your business? Sally Saur of Saur Training Stable What do you do? My husband, Roger Saur, and I give a limited amount of lessons. We are available for clinics and training as well. We give clients lessons on their own horses …

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It Takes Two to Tango – Sometimes We Have to Change Ourselves for a Successful Partnership

February 26, 2022 by Kim Roe

Photo by Kim Roe

Relationships are complicated. Whenever two beings come together both good and bad things can result—sometimes at the same time. Problems arise with horses (and people) when we think ownership allows us the right to change the essence of a horse to make him do or be whatever it is that …

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How to Find Your Best Horse – 7 Strategies for Horse Buyers

January 6, 2022January 3, 2022 by Kim Roe

Photo by Kim Roe

Most people acquire a horse by buying one. The process often involves hours on the phone, scrolling the internet, and viewing videos. The goal is to find the best possible horse for whatever purpose you have in mind, and there can be many pitfalls. The purchase price of a horse …

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