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The Star-studded History of the Silver Saddle

Win a Beautiful Piece of Tack and Support Abused Children by Joel “Dutch” Dortch From the earliest days of the Wild West Shows of Buffalo Bill, Pawnee Bill, the famous 101 Ranch and numerous others, saddles adorned with silver have been prominently featured on the horses of the principal performers. … Read More

The Balanced Horseman

Part 2 Observing Balance from the Ground   For almost all horsemanship disciplines, the master will coach us on achieving a ‘feel’ with our horse in order to accomplish specific maneuvers. Legends like Nuno Oliveira and the Dorrance brothers, tried to describe for us that elusive state in which we … Read More

Riding Well Grounded – Trailer Loading

by Marilyn Pineda   I love teaching trailer loading here at Fire Mountain Trail Course! There are so many types of communication and elements of confidence that come into play when a horse is comfortable with trailers. In my Riding Well Grounded article about impeccable timing I discuss loading a … Read More

Cowboy Racing Comes to Lynden, WA

Regular Practice Opportunities, Clinics and Jackpots Offered at the Events Center   The “cowboy race” is a fast paced timed event where horse and rider teams are judged on their horsemanship skills as they negotiate different varieties of obstacles. The Equine Event Center at the NW Washington Fair & Event … Read More

Out of the Wild – Get Started on Groundwork

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 … Read More

Destinations Northwest – Conrad Meadows

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. … Read More

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