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Out of the Wild – Get Started on Groundwork

April 8, 2020March 1, 2014 by Karen Pickering

by Brent Rollins Now that you can lead and touch your mustang, it is time for groundwork. With groundwork you will be addressing all areas of desensitizing. Flagging is an excellent desensitizing method that uses a small flag attached to a training stick or whip. When flagging, don’t put …

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Destinations Northwest – Conrad Meadows

June 30, 2020March 1, 2014 by Robert Eversole

by Robert Eversole My first brush with Conrad Meadows came because of a suggestion from Ken Wegner of K&S Saddlery. I remain very grateful for the heads-up on the area. Ken’s advice for a wonderful place to ride was just as perfect as his recommendations for a new saddle. …

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Natural Vermin Control – Does Your Farm Need a Jack Russell Terrier?

August 5, 2020March 1, 2014 by Northwest Horse Source

by Sherri Rossmiller Those who live on farms will eventually be faced with the dilemma of vermin control. When you have a never-ending food source, measures have to be taken to safeguard the health of your animals. If you’re like me, I hate dealing with any poison, …

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March 2014 Cover Story – Barn Pros: Raising the Bar

August 5, 2020March 1, 2014 by Northwest Horse Source

How One Company is Streamlining an American Tradition by Catherine Madera In the early 19th century, participation in a “barn raising” was a common event in rural America. An essential structure for the farmer, barns were costly and required more labor than a family could provide on their …

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Riding Fear Free – How to Know if You’re a Fearful Rider

June 30, 2020March 1, 2014 by Laura Daley

by Laura Daly Do you schedule rides with friends and then cancel? Do you feel guilty for not spending more time with your horse? Do you worry if your horse makes the simplest mistake or change in gait? On the other extreme, do you find yourself doing risky activities around …

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Groundwork Essentials: Foundation that Lasts a Lifetime

August 5, 2020March 1, 2014 by Northwest Horse Source

DVD Review by Kim Baker Do you desire a better relationship with your horse? Want to put a great foundation on your young horse? Groundwork Essentials: Foundation that Lasts a Lifetime is a wonderful way to build trust with your horse, gain each other’s respect, establish you as your horse’s …

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Spring Fling and Derby Time! – New Classes and Awards Added to Popular Show in Wenatchee

May 10, 2018March 1, 2014 by Northwest Horse Source

Washington Reining Horse Association kicks off the 2014 show season with the Spring Fling and Derby sponsored by Sky River Equestrian Center April 10 -13 at the Appleatchee Riding Club in Wenatchee. Due to the large attendance at the Spring Fling show in 2013, we have changed the schedule for 2014 …

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Breaking Ice on the Trail

August 5, 2020February 1, 2014 by Mark Bolender

Prepare Your Horse to Cross Frozen Puddles by Mark Bolender When trail riding in the winter, early spring, and/or late fall, you can expect to find frozen puddles. The crackling sound of breaking ice often catches horses by surprise, putting the rider at risk of being dismounted when it …

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WSQHA to Host Scholarship Show

April 8, 2020February 1, 2014 by Karen Pickering

August Show to Fund Scholarship Program Through AQHA Washington State Quarter Horse Association is proud to announce that they will be hosting the Region One Scholarship Show in conjunction with Oregon and Alaska AQHA State Affiliates. All proceeds from the show will go to fund a life-long $5,000.00 annual regional …

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Riding Well Grounded – The Alpha Application

June 30, 2020February 1, 2014 by Karen Pickering

by Marilyn Pineda We often hear the phrase “be the alpha mare” when given the description of how to relate to our horse if we desire its respect. But what does that mean, and why is it important? Are you the “alpha” with your horse and, if not, how can …

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