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Quiet, personable 4 yo gelding for sale.

Great finishing prospect for an experienced teen or adult! Well started 4-year-old half Arabian gelding (sired by Eli). Currently 15’2 and still growing into his body. Well started, no vices and very sweet. This guy is exceptionally quiet minded and uncomplicated. The type of horse that on his first trail … Read More

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What’s a Trailer Rodeo?

Experience a clinic just for handling your trailer I’d never heard the term “trailer rodeo” before but soon I was deeply entrenched in all the information about maneuvering a trailer. I’ve been pulling horses for most of my life but I quickly realized I had much to learn (and unlearn). … Read More

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Recap of the First WSQHA Professional Horsemen Clinic

 Mike and May Edwards of Monroe, WA Host Popular Trail Clinic Mike and May Edwards of Monroe, WA hosted the first of the WSQHA Professional Horsemen clinics on March 28.  Trail was the featured event and people came from as far as Spokane. “A trail class looks like an equine … Read More

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May 2015 Cover Story: Equine Trail Sports

Equine Trail Sports by Catherine Madera Founded in 2013, the Austin, TX based Equine Trail Sports (ETS) is focused on fun while helping riders develop the skills and confidence needed to navigate real trail riding experiences. This is filling a valuable niche in the fast growing sport of obstacle and … Read More

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The Seasons of Horse Life ~ Part 2

Four Keys to Finding the Balance in Your Journey I have been thinking of this stage of life as a convergence zone; the place where a day job, family and horse training all crash together. Like me, some folks have had the opportunity to devote themselves to horses before the … Read More

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How to Experience the Beautiful Life

Ten Tips to Ensure Safe and Happy Trail Riding People often ask me why I’m a trail riding enthusiast. That’s easy. Horse trails are found in beautiful places— places with sunsets tinged with purple; snow-covered peaks piercing the horizon and skies so clear and blue they merge into black. On … Read More

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Save Time on Barn Chores – The Top Five Time Saving Tips

by Ashly Snell     Between riding and caring for our horses, all too often the day escapes before we have finished our daily tasks. To help make barn chores more efficient for the equestrian, consider the top time-saving tips listed below. These cover the five main barn activities: stall … Read More

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Riding Fear Free – Dealing with Fears for Professional and Recreational Riders

Equine sports are highly structured and competitive. Horses and riders are athletes that must stay active and healthy to be successful in a chosen sport. The pressure to be competitive can make it really difficult to take the time you need to process fear and there is less opportunity for … Read More

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