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IEA Concludes Pilot Season with a Successful Dressage Finale: Dressage Now Has Full IEA Status

May 1, 2019 (Columbus, Ohio) – The Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) hosted a two-day Dressage Finale (Horse Show) on April 13-14, 2019 at the Otterbein University Equestrian Center in Westerville, Ohio. The Finale was an opportunity for riders in grades 6-12, parents and equine professionals to come together to celebrate … Read More

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IEA Hosts Over 350 Youth Riders for Hunt Seat National Finals

    Monday, April 29, 2019 (Columbus, Ohio) – The Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) played host to over 350 young riders in grades 6-12 at the iconic Holland Arena in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania – home to the Pennsylvania National Horse Show. From April 26-28, riders from across the United States showed … Read More

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‘We’re all family’: Hundreds across Pacific Northwest come for procession of Deputy Justin DeRosier

Along the 45-mile journey were hundreds waiting to honor the man who dedicated his life to protecting others. Author: Lindsay Nadrich   PORTLAND, Ore. — Hundreds came out to watch the procession for fallen Cowlitz County Deputy Justin DeRosier. Officers on motorcycles led the way, escorting Deputy DeRosier’s body and his … Read More

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MISCONCEPTIONS IN SELECTING FORAGE FOR HORSES

  Dr. Stephen Duren, Performance Horse Nutrition and Standlee Premium Western Forage® Nutritional Consultant   FACT – Forage in the form of hay or pasture is the primary ingredient in the diet for most horses. FACT – Horses can consume many different varieties of high quality forage, both alfalfa and … Read More

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Braiding, Cinch Making Classes at Western States Horse Expo

The Western States Horse Expo, now in its 21st year, is adding to its list of educational presentations. Scheduled for May 9-12, 2019 at Murieta Equestrian Center in Rancho Murieta, California, the Expo’s “Horse Interest Workshops” offer hands-on classes in cinch making and braiding, all taught by master craftsmen. Class … Read More

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Animal Health Solutions Incorporated Produces Innovative Animal Supplements

    Russ Paulson’s Passion for Animals Drives Success of Equerry’s Product Line Animal owners want supplements to provide nutrients that keep our animals healthy and solve the wellness issues our animals struggle with. We need supplement companies that stand behind their products with integrity, use innovative scientific research, and … Read More

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Use An Integrated Pest Management Approach To Provide Natural Fly Control for Horses

Note from NWHS Publisher: One of the best “Non-Toxic” products that I’ve found is Shoofly Leggins™. These boots are sturdy. I’ve washed mine several times and they are holding up great. It keeps those nasty biting flies from landing on their lower legs where these nasty pests like to land … Read More

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May 2019 Issue

May 2019 Cover Story: Windermere Equestrian Living – The North Group Feature Story: Dream Trail – 72 Mile Loop in The North Cascades Equine Wellness: Does My Horse Need Massage? Equestrian Lifestyle: Working Equitation Brings Nations (and Friends) Together Trail Savvy: Need Power in Your Horse Trailer? Consider Solar   … Read More

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Equine Wellness: Does My Horse Need Massage?

Recognize the Signs that Your Horse Needs Help By Mary Lou Langley   In my experience as a licensed human and equine massage therapist, I’ve found all horses benefit from massage. The key is to recognize the language of pain, when a horse whispers (or screams), “Help me!” What is … Read More

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BCHW – Middle Fork Snoqualmie Gateway Bridge Project

Access to Miles of Trails Now Possible By Joan Burlingame   Imagine riding onto a trail from the parking lot and immediately riding past a mother log that was 300 years old when it fell and now has a 200-year-old cedar growing out of it. Or ride through mountain creeks … Read More

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