Get Right with Your Body Before Riding – Cultivate a Healthy Body and Mind

William Shakespeare said, “Our bodies are our gardens, to which our wills are gardeners.” When I first read that quote, I paused to let the words sink in. As I thought about our bodies being gardens, I thought of how many women (myself included) talk negatively to ourselves and proceed …

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Horsemanship at Upper Columbia Academy – Growing Program for Youth at Spokane Area Boarding Academy

UCA Riding Students. Photo provided by UCA.

Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) promotes excellence in safety and education by certifying riding instructors, accrediting equine facilities, producing educational conferences, and publishing educational resources. To visit CHA’s website, go to www.CHA.Horse for more information.   Horses in school? Yes! Upper Columbia Academy (UCA), a boarding school outside of Spokane, Washington (in …

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Avery Vick – Aiming for the Appaloosa World Show

Photo by Danyelle Harp, Magic Look Photography

The Northwest Horse Source is celebrating youth in action. This column features young equine enthusiasts from all over the Northwest who inspire, uplift, or just have fun with horses. The future of the horse industry depends on youth participation. We look forward to sharing their stories and adventures! If you’re …

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Standing Still and Quiet – Teach Your Horse to Stay Put Without Being Tied

Photo from Robert Eversole

I often park my animals without tying them. Asking them to stay in one place isn’t too much to ask, so it’s one of the first skills I train. Here’s how I teach my equines to “whoa” without being tied.   Standing Still Whether it’s stepping away from your horse …

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Montana Center for Horsemanship Receives Grant Award to Benefit Youth

The Montana Center for Horsemanship (MCH) will launch a new natural horsemanship education program with the Montana Youth Challenge Academy in Dillon, Montana. The pilot program is made possible by a grant from the Bill & Rosemary Gallagher Foundation. MCH, an equine education nonprofit, has launched an appeal for a dollar-for-dollar match …

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CHA Instructor of the Year: Kathy Richardson from Washington

Each year CHA recognizes an outstanding individual that has been nominated by their students to receive recognition for what they do best – teach people to ride and handle horses. The CHA 2021 Instructor of the Year is Kathy Richardson from Roy, Washington. A mom writes, “Kathy told my daughter, …

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It’s Never Too Late – Imagination is Power

Karen’s best friend Wendy, Wendy’s husband Duke, and new friend Cymmie on a ride in Colorado. Photo by Karen Pickering

Thanksgiving Day was a flurry of activity for me. Hosting a turkey dinner at our home was a new experience. Away from my family in Washington, I decided to invite friends over for a hearty feast. I finally have a house big enough to have guests—a dream come true for …

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Stay Balanced and Safe in the Saddle – Core Strength, Flexibility, and Posture are Essential for Riders

Photo from Vonie Kalich

Core strength, flexibility, and posture are vital in maintaining balance and stability in our daily activities. They are ultimately essential for an athlete’s ability to perform and avoid injury. A strong core, flexible body, and good posture will help riders with their ability to continue to ride well into their …

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Anna Rodriguez -AQHA Competitor Holds Passion for Photography and Horses

Photos by Jeni Jo Photography

The Northwest Horse Source is celebrating youth in action. This column features young equine enthusiasts from all over the Northwest who inspire, uplift, or just have fun with horses. The future of the horse industry depends on youth participation. We look forward to sharing their stories and adventures! If you’re …

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Buying Horses and Houses – Similarities Abound in the Purchasing Process

Allison and Blake with Blake's horse "Huckleberry" at their first show in Las Vegas, NV. Photo from Allison Trimble

It’s been a long time since I was focused on buying horses. Right now, I’m anxiously awaiting the vet check on a colt Blake (my real estate partner) and I are hoping to buy for next year’s NRHA futurity. At the same time, I am packing to fly to Fort …

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