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Destinations Northwest

August 5, 2020November 1, 2014 by Robert Eversole

Best Rides off Interstate 5: Oregon and Washington by Robert Eversole As you drive through Oregon on I-5 the Cascade Range, with its thundering waterfalls, raging rivers, volcanic peaks and glorious clear mountain lakes, clearly beckons you towards its myriad of trails and special places. The Mount Jefferson Wilderness …

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November 2014 Cover Story: Introducing the International Mountain Trail Challenge Association

August 5, 2020November 1, 2014 by Catherine Madera

Taking the Sport of Trail Competition to the Next Level by Catherine Madera Nearly every equestrian sport has a governing body with the goal of promoting the discipline and creating a level playing field for those who compete. In dressage, the Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) helps ensure rules …

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Applying the “Think it Through” Principle to Water Crossing

August 5, 2020October 1, 2014 by Mark Bolender

Become an Effective Leader by Working with Your Horse’s Natural Instinct by Mark Bolender The principle of “thinking it through” applies to both horse and rider and is a powerful tool if used properly. It is a change from just lunging the horse next to a scary obstacle (which …

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October 2014 Cover Story: StallGem

August 5, 2020October 1, 2014 by Catherine Madera

Where Necessity, Wellness and Ingenuity Meet by Catherine Madera and Erin Gemmill StallGem Manufacturing Company Sales Manager, Erin Gemmill, thought she had her dream lifestyle in 2004 when she purchased a small farm and two horses. It wasn’t long before she made the painful discovery of just how fast …

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Why Your Horse Needs an Annual Checkup

August 5, 2020October 1, 2014 by David Sauter D.V.M.

Improve Quality of Life and Longevity through a Wellness Exam by Dave Sauter, DVM An annual routine examination by your veterinarian is a great way to check in on the health of your horse. The purpose of an annual equine wellness exam is not unlike that of human wellness …

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Principles of Groundwork

August 5, 2020October 1, 2014 by Allison Trimble

Part 2: Application by Allison Trimble Last month I talked about the philosophy behind horsemanship on the ground. Most problems occur either because the handler does not understand the philosophy, or because the application is not effective. Here are the things that I do with my horses to keep …

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Riding Fear Free – Using Journals as Lesson Plans

June 30, 2020October 1, 2014 by Laura Daley

Using Journals as Lesson Plans by Laura Daley A journal is an important tool in the journey to riding fear free. The fearful rider’s journal can reveal their fears and provide a clearer picture of what is happening to cause them. The better a rider becomes at expressing his/her …

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Don’t Miss the Final Show of 2014!

February 6, 2018October 1, 2014 by WRHA

Appleatchee Riding Club to Host Fall Spectacular October 2-5 Washington Reining Horse Association will hold its third and final show for 2014 October 2-5 at the Appleatchee Riding Club in Wenatchee. The show starts off Thursday October 2 with a full day of paid practice runs. Classes start at 8am …

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Ranch Sorting: The New Sport to Try

August 5, 2020October 1, 2014 by Catherine Madera

Getting – or Making – the Best Sorting Horse by Roger Braa and Catherine Madera Ranch sorting is known as a sport for any horse, but can any horse truly make a good partner? This month Roger Braa shares what he has learned in his years working with sorting …