collaboration (noun) 1. The action of working with someone to produce or create something. Back Country Horsemen of Washington (BCHW) is “hooves down” invested in collaboration. Collaboration is often the best and most efficient way for BCHW to fulfill our mission to keep trails open and accessible to stock use. … Read More
The ability to ride your horse forward is an important basic no matter your discipline. Even if your goal is to have a slow-moving pleasure horse, it’s still important to train your horse to go forward. Horses need to move actively forward for their physical and mental health, and for … Read More
What a crazy turn of events for all of us. I hope by the time this issue comes out we will all be back at work and able to get out and connect again! As I write this on March 25, Governor Inslee has issued a statewide mandate to stay … Read More
Love Where you Live It takes an experienced equestrian REALTOR® to identify and highlight the unique and valuable aspects of an equestrian property and present those features in a way that entices the right Buyer. When buying an equestrian property, it takes a REALTOR® who knows land use, construction, drainage, … Read More
Timeless Equestrian Estate 4 bedrooms, 2-1/2 baths, 3062 sq.ft. $1,295,000 Striking the perfect balance, this timeless equestrian property is framed by white vinyl, cross fenced pastures. The picturesque Colonial home boasts custom touches and high end finishes throughout. 7 stall barn, all weather paddocks, professionally designed riding arena. Every detail … Read More
Gorgeous and Private 10.3 Acre Estate 3 bdrm, 2-1/2 bath $699,950 WELCOME…to this private 10.3-acre estate in Spanaway, Washington. Enjoy gorgeous views thru vaulted living and dining room windows in this custom-built home with wrap around deck boasting 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. This property offers two parcels with a … Read More
Horse farm owners spend a lot of time cleaning things. They pick out stalls and pens, sweep barn aisles, hay storage areas, and tack rooms; mow, rake, and weed-whack yards, mow and harrow fields, compost and spread manure piles, knock down spider webs, dust and wash stall walls, wash feed … Read More
This month I want to talk to riding instructors — people who teach other people to ride from the middle of the ring — as opposed to trainers who teach the horse. Whether your client is horse or human, a key ingredient in training or riding is timing. The skilled, … Read More
The pandemic has been weighing heavy on our equestrian community. Knowing that this article won’t go to print for three weeks has left me with the writer’s block of my life. The impact on our communities, our economy, and our daily life has been significant. I hope that by the … Read More
Across the Pacific Northwest many horse properties are showing the repercussions of a wet winter followed by spring precipitation. Muddy paddocks with miserable horses standing up to their ankles in filth aren’t fun for horses or their owners. Mud creates an unhealthy environment for a horse. It harbors bacterial and … Read More
