Part 2: How to Teach Your Colt to Bridle by Gerry Cox Have you ever been assigned the task of teaching a horse to take his first bridle? When we were little kids on the ranch we used to lure the horses to the feed bin, talk the horse … Read More
Let Go to Embrace by Catherine Madera A fond childhood memory includes my parents’ old record player. Dad loved musicians like Anne Murray and Pete Seeger and had a modest collection of records. I vividly remember pulling out the large vinyl discs, setting them on the turntable and lying … Read More
Pure Harmony Equine Apparel, owned and operated by equestrian Lisa Updike, specializes in meeting the equestrian’s need for quality tack at an affordable price. Lisa has experience in eventing, dressage, western dressage and also as a riding teacher and clinician. This background assists her in choosing lovely, high quality, private … Read More
7 Tips to Keep Grass Plants and Horses Healthy by Alayne Blickle It’s that time of year when the grass gets greener and grows fast, but is it time to let your horses begin grazing on what you protected all winter? Putting horses out too soon can reduce the … Read More
Blazers Shine at Popular Yearly Event What a great 2016 horse expo! The Blazers rocked this event again. Donna Kelleher brought an entourage from northern Idaho, as well as Billy Ferreira and Crystal Tonto who came all the way from Wyoming. It was fun to see and mingle with … Read More
Equipment Essentials for the Female Equestrian by Emily Beasley I’m the type of person that relies on lists, especially when it comes to preparing for an outing with my horses. I have a checklist of essentials to pack in the trailer for the ride. For example, my first aid … Read More
Carole Herder and the Growth of Cavallo Article Provided by Cavallo Press Cavallo president, inventor, teacher and best-selling author Carole Herder possesses an inquisitive mind and a powerful desire. Ms. Herder didn’t grow up with horses; she was a city girl who had to wait until adulthood to … Read More
Pedigree Variables of the Modern Appaloosa by Charles Potts, Blue Creek Appaloosas Outside of the Appaloosa breed itself, the term “foundation Appaloosa” may not be understood. Basically, it refers to the practice of breeding Appaloosas only to other Appaloosas, with the ultimate goal to create horses that have at … Read More
The Truth about Head Injuries and the Equestrian by Theresa Rice There have been a few well publicized and tragic deaths from horse accidents this year. Each new accident sends ripples of grief and concern through the horse community, as well as reigniting the helmet debate. I recently saw … Read More
Part 1: Trails, Trails and More Trails! Over the next two months we’ll be introducing you to many of our chapters and the wonderful trail riding opportunities in Washington State. Mount St. Helens Chapter Our name says a lot. We ride out of the Kalama H.C. on the Southwest side … Read More
