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Rider Wellness: Don’t Act Like a Horse!

Don't act like a horse
Photo Courtesy Michelle Eames

Keep Your (Human) Head in Tense Moments I don’t usually fall off my horse, Vali, but when I do, I do it big. I have a good seat and can generally ride what Vali gives me, and he is finally well-mannered at his mature age of 13. I remember one … Read More

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New & Noteworthy: Muckboot Company Offers Muckster Lite Clogs

Muckster Lite Clogs
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Inspired by the Muckster Collection, Muckster Lite is the 50% lighter do-it-all outdoor shoe, offering slip resistant traction with excellent support and comfort for all day wear. With Muck’s 100% waterproof and 100% Muckproof promise, Muck has something special for gardeners. Muck is the undeniable right choice for tackling gardening … Read More

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From My Saddle: Times Change

Horse Magazine
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But I Still Love What I Do Horses have been part of my life since I was in grade school. I begged my parents to get me a horse. It’s hard to explain the pull towards our beloved horses but I had it bad. I collected Breyer Horse models and … Read More

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Feature Story: Creswell, Oregon Farm Hosts Vaulting Event

vaulting
Photo Credit Aedan Seaver

First Ever International Level Vaulting Event Held at Silver Tail Farm On May 9–12, 2024, Silver Tail Farm in Creswell, Oregon wrapped up a two-day equestrian gymnastics competition which drew vaulting clubs from all over North America for its first appearance in Oregon. The Mozart Memorial Vaulting Classic is a … Read More

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Equine Wellness: How Horses See Color

How Horses See Color
Photo Credit Michael Hipp

Certain Colors in a Horse’s Environment Can Affect Behavior By Michael Hipp and Victoria Doulgerakis How horses see color has been a much-studied topic in recent years. Not only does it matter what colors horses see, it matters how they see them. How Horses See Color The retina is the … Read More

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22910 Lake Wenatchee Hwy Leavenworth, WA 98826 – Ultimate Equestrian Lake Wenatchee Retreat

Welcome to the Ultimate Equestrian Lake Wenatchee Retreat! Discover this 40-acre recreational & equestrian paradise at the base of Dirty Face Peak in Lake Wenatchee bordering U.S. Forest Service land on three-sides offering unparalleled privacy & stunning unobstructed mountain views with gently sloped, terraced landscaping with fenced pastures, garden space, … Read More

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Outbreak Alerts – Quarantine Released: July 11, 2024 – Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic in El Dorado County, CA

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: California Department of Food and Agriculture Confirmed Case(s) – Quarantine Released Number Confirmed: 2Number Suspected: 4Number Exposed: 28Comments: No additional cases were confirmed during the quarantine monitoring period. The quarantine has been released. For more information, go to https://www.equinediseasecc.org/equine-herpesvirus See past published Outbreak Alerts: https://nwhorsesource.com/category/news/alerts

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Small Farm Makeover: Climate Change and Horse Keeping

Climate Change
Photo Credit Alayne Blickle

Simple Ways to Make a Difference When it comes to climate change, many feel that things are beyond our control—that we are living on a planet rocketing towards a brave new world of environmental change. While this is true in part, there still are several simple practices we horse owners … Read More

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69919 California Trail, Sisters, OR 97759 | The Luxury – The Lifestyle – Without All of the Work

The Luxury - The Lifestyle - Without All of the Work

Exclusive opportunity to own a piece of an established equestrian community. Built in staff to care for your horses. Indoor & Outdoor arenas. Barn, Club house, tack room +/1 00 acres of turn out pastures. Direct access to thousands of miles of trails. Private gated community in the heart of … Read More

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Trail Savvy: Six Principles to Better Horsemanship

Horsemanship
Photo Courtesy Robert Eversole

Ideas to Foster Growth, Resilience, and Effectiveness While doing clinics at Equifest in Kansas, I paused to check out the weekly Ty Evans newsletter. I’m glad I did. Ty posted a list of six principles of a high-performance mindset, gleaned from Justin Su’a, a mental performance coach for elite athletes. … Read More

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