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Destinations Northwest

Discover Mount Adams Horse Camp by Robert Eversole     If you’re looking for a place that’s easy to get into, offers glorious views from your campsite, is close to civilization yet still feels like wilderness, has a variety of trails to ride, has superb mountain views, and can accommodate … Read More

Riding Well Grounded

Tips for Backing a Smooth Circle by Marilyn Pineda   A couple of gals recently brought their horses to the trail course at Fire Mountain. Bonnie had been here previously as a participant in the Obstacle Challenge Play Day we held in October, but was still interested in listening in … Read More

TheraPlate Revolution

How this New Therapy Heals Horses by Kimberly Barber   Texas-based performance and show horse trainer Steve Cruse was given a grim prognosis for his client’s four-year-old appaloosa mare “Katelyn” after she foundered in June 2012.  Venogram images—x-rays which show blood flow—of her feet in September 2012 revealed that in … Read More

History Running Wild

The Intriguing Mystery of the Kiger Mustang by Marlin Greene   The locals had warned me people spend a lot of time looking, but often never find the Kiger Mustangs. Regardless, about half-way up the mountain I see them — maybe twenty or so — casually searching for what little … Read More

Gone Wild

The allure of the American Mustang by Brent Rollins   There is something special about the American Mustang. I have been around horses all my life and have experienced many breeds including Arabians, Quarter Horses and even draft horses. My family has always had horses, so I guess you could … Read More

The Squirting Water Box

Water Box

How to Master a Challenging Obstacle   by Mark Bolender An extreme trail obstacle that most horses hate is the squirting water box. This is a standard water box, but floating on top of the water is a 4’ x 8’ piece of plywood that has holes drilled into it. … Read More

Senior Horse Honorable Mention Photo Essays

More Super Seniors!   Wendi Ross and Mister Tom Mister Tom is a 23-year-old, 11 hand pony stallion that was born here on our place.  He has out-lasted, out-witted and out-smarted several husbands!  Tom has been a driving pony all of his life.  He has always been a good sport … Read More

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