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Maintaining Healthy Pastures

August 28, 2018May 1, 2013 by Northwest Horse Source

Protect Grazing Areas Year-round by Laurie Cerny After the drought of 2012 even horse owners who faithfully practice good pasture management are going to do everything in their power to keep their grazing areas as healthy as possible. The advantage of doing so is two-fold: having a healthy pasture helps …

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Showing Your Horse for Success

August 29, 2018May 1, 2013 by WRHA

Seasoned Youth Competitors Share Tips for the Ride WRHA members have the first show of the year under their belt and look forward to the next show in the series, “The Classic”, to be held at the Evergreen State Fairgrounds in Monroe May 31 – June 2. Two …

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Medicinal Mushrooms and Your Horse

August 5, 2020May 1, 2013 by Northwest Horse Source

The Surprising Benefits of this Natural Supplement by Tom Schell, DVM Mushrooms have been used for centuries in various medicinal cultures to aid in health conditions ranging from digestive issues to fatigue to cancer. There are many types of mushrooms with noted medicinal activity and include Shiitake, Maitake, Reishi …

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The “Worst-Case Scenario”

August 5, 2020May 1, 2013 by Raye Lochert

To Win on the Trail, Prepare for the Worst by Raye Lochert There is a popular board game called “The Worst-Case Scenario.” The object of the game is to successfully navigate unexpected and dangerous scenarios. In one version, the winning player will not only finish with the most gold …

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Pressure Proof Your Riding

June 30, 2020May 1, 2013 by Northwest Horse Source

How to Get into “The Zone” by Daniel Stewart Previously we identified the illusive competitive edge called “the zone.” This month we discuss how to find it. In addition to the 8 characteristics discussed in April, there’s one more that is often considered the most important of all called the …

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New to Lynden, Washington—Novice Rookie Show!

August 29, 2018May 1, 2013 by Washington State Quarter Horse Association

Don’t Miss Your Chance to Learn at the NW Washington Events Center New to the Northwest Washington Fair and Event’s Center! WSQHA is moving our all Novice Rookie show to the Lynden Fairgrounds. Suitable for Quarter Horses and other breeds as well, this event features FREE clinics on …

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A Forward Style of Living

August 5, 2020May 1, 2013 by Catherine Madera

Never Stop Growing I once read a quote from John Lyons where he said the most dangerous situations he’s been in with horses involved those that refused to go forward. I didn’t fully understand this statement until I started my first horse under saddle, a lovely Arabian gelding named …

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Riding Well Grounded

June 30, 2020May 1, 2013 by Northwest Horse Source

Create Confidence from the Ground Up by Marilyn Pineda, Fire Mountain Trail Course Language changes over time, so we don’t often hear the phrase “well grounded” any more. It can pertain to specific skill sets, but in general terms being well grounded refers to possessing common sense and the ability …

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Quality Time Matters

August 5, 2020May 1, 2013 by Karen Pickering

Enjoy More Recreation with Your Horse by Karen Pickering As I write my column this month I’m just returning from the Northwest Horse Fair & Expo held at the Linn County Fair & Expo Center in Albany, Oregon. I always enjoy this show, as it’s a chance to connect …

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Ready for Your First Mountain Trail Show?

August 5, 2020April 1, 2013 by Mark Bolender

Eight Helpful Tips to Ensure Success by Mark Bolender No matter how hard you prepare for a show, a little nervousness is normal. And that’s if things are going well. If not, like when your horse becomes unruly, the anxiety can escalate and cause the entire situation to go …

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