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Riding Well Grounded – Trailer Loading

June 30, 2020March 1, 2014 by Northwest Horse Source

by Marilyn Pineda I love teaching trailer loading here at Fire Mountain Trail Course! There are so many types of communication and elements of confidence that come into play when a horse is comfortable with trailers. In my Riding Well Grounded article about impeccable timing I discuss loading a …

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Cowboy Racing Comes to Lynden, WA

May 10, 2018March 1, 2014 by Northwest Horse Source

Regular Practice Opportunities, Clinics and Jackpots Offered at the Events Center The “cowboy race” is a fast paced timed event where horse and rider teams are judged on their horsemanship skills as they negotiate different varieties of obstacles. The Equine Event Center at the NW Washington Fair & Event …

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ABHA: Century Club Now Into its Second Year

May 10, 2018March 1, 2014 by Northwest Horse Source

Get Busy Riding, Winning Prizes, and Having More Fun with ABHA! The ABHA Century Club is a fun way to combine horseback riding, socialize with other riders, and compete to win prizes and recognition. Participating riders sign up to ride 100 miles, ride 100 hours on their horse, or …

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Out of the Wild – Get Started on Groundwork

April 8, 2020March 1, 2014 by Karen Pickering

by Brent Rollins Now that you can lead and touch your mustang, it is time for groundwork. With groundwork you will be addressing all areas of desensitizing. Flagging is an excellent desensitizing method that uses a small flag attached to a training stick or whip. When flagging, don’t put …

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Natural Vermin Control – Does Your Farm Need a Jack Russell Terrier?

August 5, 2020March 1, 2014 by Northwest Horse Source

by Sherri Rossmiller Those who live on farms will eventually be faced with the dilemma of vermin control. When you have a never-ending food source, measures have to be taken to safeguard the health of your animals. If you’re like me, I hate dealing with any poison, …

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March 2014 Cover Story – Barn Pros: Raising the Bar

August 5, 2020March 1, 2014 by Northwest Horse Source

How One Company is Streamlining an American Tradition by Catherine Madera In the early 19th century, participation in a “barn raising” was a common event in rural America. An essential structure for the farmer, barns were costly and required more labor than a family could provide on their …

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Riding Fear Free – How to Know if You’re a Fearful Rider

June 30, 2020March 1, 2014 by Laura Daley

by Laura Daly Do you schedule rides with friends and then cancel? Do you feel guilty for not spending more time with your horse? Do you worry if your horse makes the simplest mistake or change in gait? On the other extreme, do you find yourself doing risky activities around …

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Groundwork Essentials: Foundation that Lasts a Lifetime

August 5, 2020March 1, 2014 by Northwest Horse Source

DVD Review by Kim Baker Do you desire a better relationship with your horse? Want to put a great foundation on your young horse? Groundwork Essentials: Foundation that Lasts a Lifetime is a wonderful way to build trust with your horse, gain each other’s respect, establish you as your horse’s …

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Spring Fling and Derby Time! – New Classes and Awards Added to Popular Show in Wenatchee

May 10, 2018March 1, 2014 by Northwest Horse Source

Washington Reining Horse Association kicks off the 2014 show season with the Spring Fling and Derby sponsored by Sky River Equestrian Center April 10 -13 at the Appleatchee Riding Club in Wenatchee. Due to the large attendance at the Spring Fling show in 2013, we have changed the schedule for 2014 …

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Breaking Ice on the Trail

August 5, 2020February 1, 2014 by Mark Bolender

Prepare Your Horse to Cross Frozen Puddles by Mark Bolender When trail riding in the winter, early spring, and/or late fall, you can expect to find frozen puddles. The crackling sound of breaking ice often catches horses by surprise, putting the rider at risk of being dismounted when it …

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