How “Jam’n” Makes Chores More Efficient by Alayne Blickle, Horses for Clean Water Horse life at home is all about chore efficiency, and sometimes the simplest solutions are best. One small thing we did recently at Sweet Pepper Ranch, our horse motel and guest ranch in southwestern Idaho, has … Read More
We are proud to announce the first annual horse expo in Ninilchik, Alaska at the Kenai Peninsula Fairgrounds. The GAHE Features national clinicians Allison Trimble, Ray Lochert and Kade Mills along with local clinicians, demos & seminars, kid’s corral, vendors, ranch sorting, the Great Alaska Cowboy Race and much more! … Read More
Good Hands Equal Good Horsemanship by Jim Winney We all have a favorite piece of tack in our collection: a saddle, a bit, or a good feeling set of reins. Hopefully it is a piece that helps us to gain a better communication with our horse. This is good, … Read More
Are Grass Clippings Good for Your Horse? by Eleanor Blazer You might think feeding lawn clippings to horses makes sense. After all horses are designed to eat grass, but think again. The sensitive equine digestive system does not tolerate change. Anytime you introduce new feed to a horse it must be … Read More
My Best Training Tool by Catherine Madera Last month a halter worn by equine superstar Zenyatta sold at auction for over $6,000. Dubbed “The Queen of Racing,” Zenyatta soared to popularity after breaking numerous records on the track. She failed to win the 2010 Breeder’s Cup Classic (placing second), … Read More
Competitors Surprise in Wenatchee by Sam Etsell The WRHA kicked off the year with over 500 runs at the Spring Fling in Wenatchee, Washington. Sponsored by Woodley Ranch, the Spring Fling hosted the non-pro and open derbies. What made this event so different from previous years is that in … Read More
How to Safely Include a Horse in Your Special Day by Jasmine Cyphert Many engaged horsewomen imagine riding into their wedding ceremony on horseback. I had that opportunity last August and rode my black mustang gelding Weston in a long white dress. He walked proudly and stood calmly in … Read More
Added Monies a Boon for September Show WSQHA is proud to continue the tradition of the Northwest Emerald Masters Futurity due to the generosity of our sponsors. For 2012 there is total added money of $5,000 for the open rider division. Monies courtesy of Cindy McCraw of Riverside Ranch, … Read More
When, Where and How to Ride Like a Real Cowboy Courtesy of Top50 Ranches Cattle drives are about as real as it gets on a ranch vacation. To make the transition from City Slicker to real-life cowboy, follow Top50 Ranches’ advice on where to find the best cattle drives … Read More
