Cowboy Mounted Shooting for Kids?

Fun—and Safe—Opportunities for Young Wranglers   Adult mounted shooters compete in this fast action timed event using two .45 caliber single action revolvers each loaded with five rounds of specially prepared blank ammunition that will break a balloon up to about 15 feet, so the event is safe for spectators. Each …

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Riding Well Grounded

Staying Connected on the Trail by Marilyn Pineda, Fire Mountain Obstacle Course   I was recently reminded how great it is to have well versed ground communications with my horse while out on a trail ride with a friend. We had just completed the clearing of a beautiful trail loop on …

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Teens and Oregon Mustangs: Making Wild Dreams Come True

Young Horses and Youth Prove a Winning Combination By Erica Fitzgerald   Teens and Oregon Mustangs have taken the “I want a horse one day” dream to a whole new level. Each summer they give kids (ages 10-18) the opportunity to spend their vacation doing something that most adults wish existed …

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The Gift of Horses

On Being a Lifelong Student by Catherine Madera   There was a time when I thought becoming a horseman was like getting a degree. After assimilating enough information, I’d arrive at a point of proficiency. Whatever that means. Instead, over the years I’ve discovered, with each new horse, how much …

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Learning the Trade

What to Expect Out of an Apprenticeship Experience by Allison Trimble, Willfully Guided Horsemanship   There are many ways you can learn about horses and training, but if your goal is to be a professional in the horse industry, you must gain experience in that world. I get loads of …

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Navigating the Information Age

Print or Online it’s Still About Trusted Resources by Karen Pickering   I just returned from American Horse Publications Convention in Colorado Springs. Education has been first and foremost in my mind as of late. The way we receive information and communicate has changed dramatically. If we can’t figure something …

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Ecovet Insect Spray Safely Battles Flies and Sweet Itch

Until now, you had two choices for protecting your equine friend from pests: 1) toxic pesticides or 2) essential oils, which offer limited effectiveness. Ecovet introduces a biorational, or less toxic, approach. A truly different alternative to traditional insect sprays, Ecovet is effective and safe for your horse, yourself and …

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Loose Horse!

Four Logical, and Safe, Ways to Handle the Drama of a Wayward Horse by Raye Lochert   Recently I was on a training ride with a client’s horse in my favorite park. The horse was exceptional and I felt very secure on him. He just needed time and miles. While walking up …

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Get to Know Your Grass Hays

Common Cool Season Grasses by Eleanor Blazer     The equine digestive system is designed to extract nutrients from grass. Horses need long-stem fiber to remain healthy and in a perfect situation horses will graze for approximately 18 hours per day. If the horse owner does not have good pasture feeding …

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A Career with Horses? Dream On!

Discover the Growing Field of Equine Facilitated Therapies   It was my mom who first taught me to follow my dreams. “Make a career at something you love,” she told me, “and it will never feel like work.”  She never imagined I would become a riding instructor and I never thought …

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