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Willfully Guided: Dream Facility, Part Two

Making Decisions, Choosing Priorities By Allison Trimble   Twenty years of daydreaming about my dream facility is finally coming together. It turns out the reality is equal parts exciting and terrifying. Decisions can be hard to make, especially on amenities that I haven’t had much experience with on my janky … Read More

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Small Farm Makeover: Shelter Requirements for Horses

Small Farm Makeover: Shelter Requirements for Horses

Begin with the Essential Basics when Designing a Home for Your Horses By Alayne Blickle   Providing shelter for your horse can mean anything from a tree in a pasture to a nice, big barn. In this article I will consider the basic shelter requirements. Future articles will review considerations … Read More

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New & Noteworthy: Pacific Northwest Barrel Racers Succeed at Calgary

Showdown Saturday at the Calgary Stampede was pretty exciting for two WPRA cowgirls from the Pacific Northwest. Callahan Crossley and Amberleigh Moore advanced to the Showdown Sunday to try and qualify for the $100,000 Final at the Calgary Stampede Showdown. Callahan Crossley bested the field in 17.37 seconds, followed closely by … Read More

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Equestrian Dreams Realized! Serenity Farm – Yelm, WA

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Equestrian Dreams Realized! 2 homes on 40 level, usable acres. Upon entering the main barn enjoy the open viewing area which overlooks equestrian activities in the 156′ x 80′ impressive indoor arena complete with mirrors, sprinkler system and good lighting. The main barn includes 36 roomy box stalls, most of … Read More

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Trail Savvy: Camping Without a Pack Horse

Tips for Solo Camping in the Backcountry By Robert Eversole   An overnight trip with just your trail horse is simple — if you plan carefully. For many people, camping with horses evokes images of pack mules, canvas tents, and the smells of Dutch oven cooking wafting through a pine-scented meadow. … Read More

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Online Exclusive: Storing Horse Feed

Protect Valuables from Theft and Contamination By Eleanor Blazer   With the ever-increasing price of feed, horse owners are discovering a trip to the feed store almost requires an armed guard. But once the edible “gold” is safely transported to the stable, how is it protected and stored? As with … Read More

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Media Barn: Book Review – Two Brains, One Aim

By Eric Smiley with Ellie Hughes Every horse person strives to grow in ability and understanding over time—whether in the saddle, on the ground, or in the stable; whether in ways that are small or those that are significant. This effort, when done right, lasts a lifetime, and along the … Read More

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ORCAS ISLAND HORSE PROPERTY!

Allison Trimble 21 Thimble Berry Lane Eastsound WA

Ride your favorite horse to the beach from this well designed 2.5 acre horse farm near West Beach. The PermaBilt Town & Country Barn has 3 10×12 matted stalls, feed room, grooming stall & tack room both have additional storage, & 100 bale hay barn. Entire acreage is invisible fenced … Read More

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Trainer’s Corner: The Value of Groundwork

Training Success Comes When We Control a Horse’s Feet By Evan Bonner   Most horsemen today know the importance of training a horse through quality groundwork. But I think it’s important to have a deeper understanding of why groundwork prepares a horse to be ridden. With every horse I plan … Read More

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Vetericyn FoamCare Equine Shampoos

  Spend less time washing and more time riding with Vetericyn® FoamCare® Equine Shampoo!   Vetericyn FoamCare is a specially formulated spray-on equine shampoo that delivers nutrients vital to your horse’s skin while providing a conditioning, show-worthy clean. It sprays on for quick coverage, foams up instantly, conditions skin as … Read More

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