Successful WRHA Members Share Their Advice WRHA was well represented at regional and national competitions in 2012. WRHA members share their tips for preparing for the show season. Sally Sutherland, who was the 2012 Northwest Region NRHA Champion in Rookie and Non Pro, rides with Darren Stancik and suggests … Read More
High Tech House Calls for Horse Owners by Andrea Heimer Whenever I tell someone I operate Rolling Stone Equestrian, a mobile riding instruction and training service, the typical response is a confused look followed by this question, “What exactly is a mobile training service?” My answer is five magic … Read More
Matching Equine Events to Your Personal Style by Catherine Madera My husband and I are an interesting pair. He’s got what you might call a “big personality;” an outgoing, suck-the-marrow-from-life type of guy whose motto for living is pretty much “go big or go home.” He doesn’t do anything … Read More
Stewart Cram, Richard Carrig, and Josh Cram Join Board Elections are over and we would like to announce the members of the board for 2013. We are starting the new year with the same energy and enthusiasm that has kept the ABHA moving forward for the past six years. … Read More
Part 2: Common Causes and Solutions for Fear by Allison Trimble, Willfully Guided Horsemanship It is important to understand that horseback riding is considered an extreme sport. If you don’t ever want to take a risk, break a sweat, or get dirty, find another hobby. We concluded last month that … Read More
Pt. 4: Breathe into Your Transitions by Jenny Rolfe This month we’re going to cover breathing as an aid to better transitions. As described in my last article, take a few moments to check your posture from ‘top-to-toe.’ Focus on your core breathing and feel the building of stability … Read More
What to Do with a Non-responsive Foal by Joanne Fehr, DVM, DACVS, Emergency Clinician While awaiting the arrival of a new foal, no one wants to anticipate problems. However, early recognition and appropriate response is imperative in emergency situations. If faced with a difficult delivery or non-responsive foal there … Read More
My Extreme Journey to the Mustang Makeover Challenge by Matt Zimmerman Sometimes, a brush with death teaches you things about living you might not have learned otherwise. This is the story of how an extreme injury birthed an extreme dream… August 8, 2011, was a normal day of … Read More
Learning to Celebrate the Rain by Karen Pickering It’s a typical northwest winter morning. It’s still dark at 5:30, the wind is blowing and rain is coming down sideways as I step out the back door to do my chores. Welcome to the special challenges of winter/spring horse management … Read More
