Great Prizes and Fun at the Show August 14-18 WSQHA is proud to host the final Regional Show August 14-18 in Monroe Washington. Don’t miss this special one of a kind event. Buckles, sheets, saddle pads, and hay bags are just a few of the awards you have the … Read More
How to Install an Environmentally Friendly and Useful Horse Wash by Alayne Blickle, Horses for Clean Water Our guest ranch and horse motel, Sweet Pepper Ranch, has a lot of traffic, especially in the summer months. During the warm season when a lot of people are riding things can … Read More
Fun—and Safe—Opportunities for Young Wranglers Adult mounted shooters compete in this fast action timed event using two .45 caliber single action revolvers each loaded with five rounds of specially prepared blank ammunition that will break a balloon up to about 15 feet, so the event is safe for spectators. Each … Read More
Staying Connected on the Trail by Marilyn Pineda, Fire Mountain Obstacle Course I was recently reminded how great it is to have well versed ground communications with my horse while out on a trail ride with a friend. We had just completed the clearing of a beautiful trail loop on … Read More
Young Horses and Youth Prove a Winning Combination By Erica Fitzgerald Teens and Oregon Mustangs have taken the “I want a horse one day” dream to a whole new level. Each summer they give kids (ages 10-18) the opportunity to spend their vacation doing something that most adults wish existed … Read More
On Being a Lifelong Student by Catherine Madera There was a time when I thought becoming a horseman was like getting a degree. After assimilating enough information, I’d arrive at a point of proficiency. Whatever that means. Instead, over the years I’ve discovered, with each new horse, how much … Read More
What to Expect Out of an Apprenticeship Experience by Allison Trimble, Willfully Guided Horsemanship There are many ways you can learn about horses and training, but if your goal is to be a professional in the horse industry, you must gain experience in that world. I get loads of … Read More
Print or Online it’s Still About Trusted Resources by Karen Pickering I just returned from American Horse Publications Convention in Colorado Springs. Education has been first and foremost in my mind as of late. The way we receive information and communicate has changed dramatically. If we can’t figure something … Read More
The 23rd annual BCH Tahoma Chapter Prize Ride is scheduled for September 7th this year and promises, as always, to be a fun and family oriented event. It is open to all equestrians and combines a great trail ride with lunch and the opportunity to win prizes and special items in … Read More
How Self Image Affects Your Riding by Daniel Stewart Julia asks, “I receive lots of compliments on my riding but have a hard time believing them. I rode in one of your clinics recently and you talked about self-image. I think mine could use a make-over. Is there … Read More
