The Pistols Used in Mounted Shooting Cowboy Mounted Shooting combines horsemanship and marksmanship. Riders use two single action .45 caliber revolvers loaded with blanks that will break a balloon up to about 15 feet to complete one of 60 courses. During a typical run a rider crosses the start line … Read More
DVD Review: Feature Length Documentary V: The Legacy of Sheila Varian tells one of the great horse stories of our time. It is the inspiring true story of how a child prodigy followed her calling and changed the horse world, breeding some of the finest Arabian horses in history. Filmed … Read More
Don’t Miss Exciting Opportunity for Youth August 10-11 WSQHA is excited to announce the youth equine summit August 10-11 in Monroe, WA. It is free for all youth interested in horses (ages 10-19) and includes a free lunch. This is an event you don’t want to miss! Stay on … Read More
Stay Safe Around Equines with these Awareness Practices by Ute Philippi, farrier I recently read a post on Facebook about another farrier being kicked by a draft horse. This prompted me to share some awareness practices I have learned over the years working as a farrier. These do … Read More
True Causes of Obesity and How to Fix It by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. Obesity is an epidemic problem with domesticated horses. Although we most easily attribute the problem to overfeeding concentrates combined with too little exercise, the underlying cause is much less apparent. It has to do with … Read More
Blazers Wow the Crowds with Demonstrations and Tricks We had several people representing the Blazers at the horse expo this year. Lorin Price was a clinician and also rode in the All Breed Challenge. The breed challenge was one of the best performances to date, a display of trust, willingness … Read More
Renowned horseman Clinton Anderson is instructing three levels of horsemanship clinics this year at the Downunder Horsemanship Ranch in Stephenville, Texas, and he is also taking his Fundamentals Clinics on the road for the first time since 2009. Spectators are welcome to attend the Fundamentals Clinics held on the road. … Read More
Picture perfect gentleman’s farm located on peaceful dead end location in Enumclaw, WA. A truly unique, gated and fully fenced equestrian property which is all usable. Custom stone and cedar 2 story home adjacent to (permitted use) trail access which connects to endless trail systems. Great room kitchen with … Read More
Spending Time at Home Encourages Reflection I have had much time to think about what’s really important in my life. Naturally, my horses are at the top of the list (and keeping cool). Wow has our Pacific Northwest weather ever been hot. We just purchased a 2nd A/C unit to … Read More
You will be charmed by this beautifully remodeled turn key 5 + acre equestrian property located in Monroe, WA. Private oasis with gated entrance, fully fenced and cross fenced. Auto equine watering system, barn with loafing shed and hay storage loft. Ride to trails nearby. Pine ceilings, vinyl windows, skylights. … Read More
