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Small Farm Makeover: Free and Natural Insect Control

Natural Insect Control
Image Courtesy Alayne Blickle.

Free and Natural Insect Control One of my favorite times of year is the March/April time frame when swallows begin returning to the Pacific Northwest. These vivacious little birds overwinter in Central America and return to North America in time for the spring nesting season.  These pretty little birds provide … Read More

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Trail Savvy: No Round Pen? No Problem!

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Photo Courtesy Robert Eversole

Find Horse Training Success in Less-than-ideal Situations A round pen is one of those items that has been on my wish list for a while. Everywhere you look, it seems that a round pen is a “must-have” piece of equipment if you’re going to be serious about your horsemanship; I … Read More

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Editor’s Postcard: How to Sell Your Horse

Carol Landt with a young prospect. Photo courtesy Carol Landt.

Think Like a Buyer When Marketing Your Horse A friend of mine was recently in the market for a new horse, and she shared with me her frustrations about the choices some sellers make when presenting their horses. Carol Landt has been riding and training horses for decades. She’s an … Read More

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Animals as Natural Therapy in Bellingham, WA, Earns Prestigious Professional Reaccreditation

Animals as Natural Therapy
Photos Provided by Sara Conant

Denver, CO –Animals as Natural Therapy in Bellingham, WA, once again recently earned the designation of Premier Accredited Center by the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.). Animals as Natural Therapy partners individuals who have special needs, and others, with certified professionals and equines to achieve health, wellness … Read More

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New & Noteworthy: The 38th Annual Idaho Horse Expo Brings Education and Entertainment April 5-7

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The 38th annual Idaho Horse Expo, April 5–7 at Ford Idaho Horse Park in Nampa, Idaho, is an event perfect for anyone interested in anything horse. From dressage to colt starting, there’s something for everyone! This year’s featured clinicians are Ruben Villasenor and Ron McLoughlin. Villasenor believes in teaching horse … Read More

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Boost Rider Well-being & Performance⁠ When it’s Too Cold to Ride

Image Courtesy Julie Goodnight

Julie Goodnight Talks with Equestrian Fitness & Wellness Coach, Ifa Simmonds SALIDA, Colorado, February 13, 2024⁠—Julie Goodnight invites equestrian fitness and wellness coach, Ifa Simmonds, to talk about fitness specific to riders, and the importance of the rider’s overall well-being and confidence⁠—regardless of level, discipline, or whether or not they … Read More

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USA EQUESTRIAN TRUST OPENS 2024 GRANTS PROGRAM FOR EQUINE NON-PROFITS

GRANTS PROGRAM
Photos Courtesy USA Equestrian Trust

Applications due Tuesday, March 26 FEBRUARY 13, 2024 — Lexington, KY — USA Equestrian Trust® is pleased to announce it is now accepting proposals from IRS-registered equine non-profit organizations for its 2024 grants program. Since the inception of the program, the Trust has awarded more than $2.5 million in grants. … Read More

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From My Saddle: Exciting Expos!

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Karen rides her mare April at the Washington State Horse Expo in 2012. Photo by by DiaRae Harvey.

The Place to Connect with Favorite Trainers I’ve attended horse expos as a sponsor for over 20 years. Despite the cost and hard work involved in preparing for them, I love them! Every year I look forward to connecting with my writers, advertisers, and readers. It’s rewarding to engage with … Read More

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Trainer’s Profile: Bruce Anderson of Natural Humanship™

Natural Humanship™
Photos by Julianne Neal, JA Media Productions

Seeing Bruce in action has been a thrill. He has such a way with horses and people! I witnessed his methods at the Rocky Mountain Horse Expo a couple years ago and then again at the Mustang Summit in Westcliffe, Colorado this past summer. Check out his website and see … Read More

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Feature Story: Savannah’s Mustangs

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Photos Courtesy of the Aschenbrenner Family

Saving Our Mustang Heritage, One Horse at a Time In a large horse paddock behind a family home on two and-a-half acres in rural Colorado, two formerly wild mustangs can often be found gazing off into the distance. No one can guess exactly what’s going on in their minds, but … Read More

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