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January 2015 Cover Story: The Washington State Horse Expo

In Its 5th Year and Thriving—Don’t Miss this Event! by Catherine Madera There’s nothing like freezing temperatures and short, dark days to frustrate the equestrian spirit. This February, instead of curling up by the fire, make plans to get back in the saddle by attending the Washington State Horse Expo. …

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Caring for Your Horse in Winter

Three Key Factors to Keep Horses Healthy in Inclement Weather by Eleanor Blazer Baby, it’s cold outside! Caring for your horse in the winter can be a challenge, but there are steps you can take to help keep him healthy and comfortable.  Of course, nutrition, shelter and basic health care …

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Over 40 and Horse Crazy – Choosing to Keep Horses in Mid-Life

by Laura Schonberg If you had asked me 5 years ago about adding horses to my life I would have said no way.  Too much work,  time, money and stress.  And too much to manage along with working full time and keeping the family from total chaos.  Now, going into …

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Brent Rollins: Extreme Cowboy Racing 101 – Part 1

My Introduction to a Popular Equine Sport by Brent Rollins The first Extreme Cowboy Race I ever saw was on TV with Craig Cameron commentating. It looked like great fun. I had heard of the race through a few people and was curious about it. Little did I know how …

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Promoting Mounted Shooting at Cabelas

“Ladies and Guns” Event Welcomes the 2015 Show Season   Ladies day out at the Tulalip Cabelas! Several of the ladies from Western Washington Mounted Shooters, hosted an information table at the Tulalip Cabelas to promote “Women and Guns.” The women brought guns, holsters and certified blank ammunition, all designed specifically …

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The Washington State Horse Expo: In Its 5th Year and Thriving

In Its 5th Year and Thriving—Don’t Miss this Event! by Catherine Madera   There’s nothing like freezing temperatures and short, dark days to frustrate the equestrian spirit. This February, instead of curling up by the fire, make plans to get back in the saddle by attending the Washington State Horse …

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Beating the Odds

The Astonishing Survival of Icelandic Horse Twins by Pamela Nolf   On July 1 Kathy Lockerbie, owner of Silver Creek Icelandic Horses in Bellingham WA, walked into the pasture to check on her pregnant mare Aska. Much to her surprise, she found two pinto babies. The small black and white …

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On Living Aloha

Hawaiian Adventures on Horseback by Catherine Madera It’s January and the climate outside is less than friendly toward horse activities. While I want to ride, the thought of wrangling a filthy, extra frisky 1,000 pound beast isn’t always appealing. I’d prefer a book by the fire and the chance to …

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Mastering the Raised Back-through

Raised Back-through

Gain Success Navigating a Frustrating Obstacle by Mark Bolender   The raised back-through can often be a frustrating experience for the horse and rider.  I commonly hear this: “I don’t understand why my horse will not trust me more and just do it.” Often their horse is pushy when being …

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ABHA’s Fifth Annual Poker Ride

December 2014

September Event Had Record Attendance     ABHA’s 5th Annual Poker Ride held on September 27th at the Cowboy Campground, Idaho City, ID turned out to be a fun-tastic day! The weather was spectacular for the 44 who enjoyed the ride; 52 people participated in all. After the ride, a …

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