Today, the Department of Natural Resources, Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission, and Department of Fish and Wildlife announced that camping in 22 counties will begin to reopen on Monday, June 1. Counties reopening for camping are all actively in Phase 2 of Gov. Jay Inslee’s “Safe Start” plan and … Read More
Currently overnight camping is still closed at the Les Hilde trailhead, lily and lizard lake campgrounds(Blanchard) and also dispersed camping on state land in counties still under the phase 1. READ ARTICLE REGARDING ALL CAMPGROUNDS HERE June 18th will be DNR fire training day like last year in the Harry … Read More
Have you thought about taking on a few boarders to help make ends meet? If you keep your horses at home, it might seem like a way to make some extra cash. Or maybe you’re considering building or buying a horse facility and starting a business. Can you make a … Read More
Many articles are written on how to find a good instructor. This article will focus on how to be a good student. Good instructors truly want to help their students learn. Instructors prepare lesson plans and bring their best into the arena. They want their students to succeed and have … Read More
“Rhythm is the term used for the characteristic sequence of footfalls and timing of a pure walk, pure trot, and pure canter. The rhythm should be expressed with energy and in a suitable and consistent tempo, with the horse remaining in the balance and self-carriage appropriate to its level of … Read More
Back Country Horsemen of Washington hopes this letter finds you doing well. As we all know, COVID-19 restrictions have impacted BCHW’s ability to hold meetings. I assure you our great officers and chairs are still working to keep our organization on a solid path to fulfill our Mission Statement in … Read More
Need to find a job for the summer? How about finding qualified employees? Want a place to sell a horse or some tack? Or a place to find an equine property? Well, www.CHA.horse, the Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) new website, can help. Just visit www.CHA.horse and go to the Find … Read More
All equines are herd animals by nature. Like humans, horses need interaction with members of their own species in order to thrive. But as prey animals, it’s a biological imperative for equines to be part of a herd. The herd represents safety from predators for themselves and their offspring. Being … Read More
Source: Attending Veterinarian and Washington State Department of Agriculture Number Confirmed: 6; Number Exposed: 16; Notes: The barn is self-quarantined; All information is sourced from http://equinediseasecc.org/alerts/outbreaks
The United States Pony Clubs, Inc., is pleased to announce discounted opportunities on membership for new and returning members, in response to the disruption caused by the global pandemic. Relief discounts for the remainder of 2020 and for 2021 will be available starting June 1. “As our clubs, centers and … Read More
