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Action Alert: SB 5452 – Ebikes on non-motorized state lands

Photo compliments of the Back Country Horsemen of America

This bill would mandate that state land managers allow class 1 ebikes where the nonmotorized trail or road is open to bicycles. This bill would mandate that state land managers consider class 1 ebikes as a nonmotorized vehicle as bicycles are. This bill would mandate that the state land manager … Read More

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Getting Your Footing As An Owner When It Comes To Farriery

Photo by John Beursken, courtesy of Noble Farriery

Where does one begin to learn about farriery as a horse owner? Because of the sheer quantity of information available to us via the internet, it can be overwhelming for anyone to find answers to specific questions from reliable sources, let alone to start seeking when one doesn’t know the … Read More

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The U.S. Forest Service Asks for Information on the Theft of Over $30,000 in Essential Firefighting Equipment

Copyright: ©Kari Greer/ US Forest Service

EVERETT, Wash. — Jan. 29, 2021—The United States Forest Service is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying suspects involved with the theft of wildland firefighting equipment from the Koma Kulshan Guard Station near Concrete Washington; the home base of the Baker River Hotshot Crew.   During the weekend of December … Read More

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Young Equestrians in Action – Sisters Camille and Taylor Kennedy

Camille (left) and Taylor Kennedy. Photo provided by the Kennedys.

The Northwest Horse Source is celebrating youth in action. Our newest column will feature and celebrate young equine enthusiasts from all over the Northwest who inspire, uplift, or just have fun with horses. The future of the horse industry depends on youth participation. We look forward to sharing their stories and adventures! … Read More

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These Feet were Made for Travel – Seeking Horse Adventures

The Golegã Horse Fair in Portugal is a must-see for horse lovers. Photo by Kim Roe

Not all those who wander are lost – J.R.R. Tolkien   When I was 12 years old my sweet father took my sister and me on an epic six-week trip throughout the Western United States. We visited, camped, and backpacked in many of our country’s most beautiful public lands like … Read More

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Keeping Up with Milo the Mustang – Sound, Happy, and Learning Every Day

Photo by Tracey Hamilton

Article by Tracey Hamilton Milo joined Stonewater Mustangs from a Nevada HMA, the Pine Nut Mountains herd. He is an athletic pony-sized, curious, never-met-a-stranger, busy-all-the-time almost 5-year-old. He is also a student favorite to work with in our Bible study and Horsemanship program. As we mentioned last month, he arrived … Read More

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Morrow Ranch – Encouraging Vital Relationships

Photo by Morrow Ranch

Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) promotes excellence in safety and education by certifying riding instructors, accrediting equine facilities, producing educational conferences, and publishing educational resources. Go to www.CHA.Horse for more information.   Horses have a special way of connecting with young people. Now kids can enjoy week-long camp adventures where they are … Read More

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Embrace the Lessons from 2020 – Create the Life of Your Dreams

One of the things I’m truly grateful for is this signed Fred Stone print.

Christmas Eve found me sitting on my steps wondering what 2021 would bring. I was still hoping that the print magazine was a possibility, but it wasn’t meant to be. We’ve now moved into a digital-only format. There are many exciting revisions with the online magazine, and it will be … Read More

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Sell it Fast! – Ensure Your Horse Property Will Fly Off the Market

Photo by Allison Trimble

It’s no secret that the real estate market has been quite active lately. Low inventory and low interest rates continue to make for an extremely competitive market, and many homeowners are reevaluating their living situation because of the pandemic. If you are thinking about selling an equestrian property this year, … Read More

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Ready, Set, Go! – Ideas and Destinations for Trail Riders

Photo by Lisa Oostema

It’s time to dream and plan again. Summer will soon be here and it’s our chance to get out in beautiful country on horseback. We need to see the stars, sit around the campfire, tell stories, and roast marshmallows. Let’s get saddle sore, make new friends, and see the best … Read More

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