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August 5, 2020April 1, 2018 by Northwest Horse Source

Leading with Love at Hillcrest Training When you drive up the long driveway to Hillcrest Training, you will feel you’ve arrived somewhere special. Horses and ponies greet you from their individual grass or gravel paddocks where they happily rest and relax in the sun. Even on the busiest days, …

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Horse Training Wisdom

August 5, 2020April 1, 2018 by Allison Trimble

Horse Training Wisdom Begins with the Human by Allison Trimble I haven’t trained horses professionally for a number of years, but my conversations still turn to the subject daily. I’ve been blessed with many different types and qualities of horses in my life, and I’m fortunate to have been …

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Colt Starting Success Tips

August 5, 2020March 2, 2018 by Northwest Horse Source

Horse trainer Clinton Anderson talks candidly about his experience starting colts and why the first six weeks of a horse’s life under saddle set the tone for the horse’s career. Your safety depends on your preparation… The biggest thing my late mentor Gordon McKinlay instilled in me when starting …

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The First Steps with Your Mustang

August 5, 2020March 1, 2018 by Adrienne Devoe

One Woman’s Process for Obtaining and Training Wild Mustangs, Part 2 By Adrienne Devoe Note: The author is providing information based on her knowledge and experience. In no way does she profess to have all the answers. She encourages the reader to do their research for the most complete …

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Book Review: Foundation to Achieve Success

August 5, 2020March 1, 2018 by Northwest Horse Source

by Steve Rother Want to feel more confident when riding? Would you like to know what to do when your horse spooks? Are you tired of your horse not listening to you? In Foundation to Achieve Success, internationally-acclaimed equine clinician Steve Rother will show you how to be more …

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Don’t Let Winter Slow You Down

August 5, 2020January 1, 2018 by Allison Trimble

Tips for Making Progress All Winter Long by Allison Trimble Winter riding in the Northwest can pose many obstacles, particularly with horses still in early training. My aged horses and I both feel like the winter is a wonderful time for being tucked warmly inside. It doesn’t hurt any …

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Why Cross-tie Young Horse 24/7?

August 5, 2020November 22, 2017 by Al Dunning

Q: Hi Al, I know quite a bit about horses but not training young ones. Twice I have seen people cross-tie a young horse under a year old and just leave it tied 24 / 7. One of them (for sure) was a colt, the other I don’t know. What …

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Soft Eyes

January 12, 2018November 1, 2017 by Alys Culhane

Centered Riding Basic Valuable in Emergency by Alys Culhane Centered Riding founder Sally Swift calls “soft eyes” one of four basics, along with breathing, alignment, and centering. To create soft eyes, the muscles around and behind the eyes are relaxed. Additionally, the cheeks, chin, jaw and tongue muscles are …

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Staying Safe on the Ground

August 5, 2020July 21, 2017 by Allison Trimble

Stay Aware and Develop Correct Habits by Allison Trimble Last month we talked about the philosophy behind horses and safety. There are two types of interactions with horses: what happens on the ground in our daily activity and the interaction that occurs when riding or training. This month is …

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Master Your Mountain Trail Pattern

August 5, 2020April 1, 2017 by Mark Bolender

Proper Preparation Necessary for Success by Mark Bolender The most important thing a judge should see when you run a Mountain Trail pattern is a partnership between horse and rider. Show a horse that has been properly schooled and trained. Memorizing a pattern will feel overwhelming at first, but …

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