Article by Holly Haeger Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) promotes excellence in safety and education by certifying riding instructors, accrediting equine facilities, producing educational conferences, and publishing educational resources. CHA launched a brand-new website this month, go to www.CHA.Horse for more information. MiVoden Equestrian Center, part of Camp MiVoden on Idaho’s … Read More
Riverside State Park Equestrian Area By Ken Carmichael The equestrian area at Riverside State Park near Spokane, Washington provides a wonderful venue for horsemen. Many of us take advantage of the campground, arena, round pen, and trail obstacle course. Groups use it for events, individuals use it for training and … Read More
As I write this (in late August) I’m preparing for much-needed hip replacement surgery. The pain has kept me out of the saddle for a while now, and riding is an essential part of my life. I had no idea how much I was missing it until recently. Riding is … Read More
Grooming is one of the fun parts of horse ownership. However, anyone who owns a stallion or gelding knows there’s one sensitive area that can be trickier to clean than the rest of the horse. Regular sheath cleaning is crucial to your horse’s overall health, but it can be a … Read More
Every horse has parasites to some degree, and sometimes they are no big deal. But when parasites become a concern it’s time to look for a targeted deworming product that’s proven to control your horse’s specific problem parasites. Farnam® is pleased to introduce FenCare™ Safe-Guard® (fenbendazole) 1.96% Type B medicated … Read More
By Cathy Woods, creator of Body, Mind, Equine Billions of people around the world embrace the practice of yoga. Its lessons in breath control, simple meditation, and specific bodily postures are widely regarded as a means to achieving health and relaxation. Yoga teacher and horsewoman Cathy Woods says that’s not … Read More
Making Memories—Queen Rachel Sherrell and Princess Jessica Sayward By Lynn Jenkins An empty arena encircled by overflowing grandstands awaited. . . the crowd quieted as the lights dimmed, and according to Rachel Sherrell, behind the scenes ready to make her entrance as the new Queen of the Clark County Fair, … Read More
Winning Entry in each AGE category receives… A gift basket from LMF Feeds worth $150 Featured publication in our December 2020 issue Please note that time does not allow us to acknowledge receipt of entries, whether by email or postal mail. Winners will be notified by November 15, 2020 … Read More
Fall in the Pacific Northwest is a beautiful time in many ways. We can take long drives through the Cascades to see the colorful trees in all their splendor, enjoy cool evenings and sunny days, harvest time on the farm, and increasing rains. Did I say the increasing rains of … Read More
Explore the October 2020 Issue of the Northwest Horse Source. Cover Story: Celeste Leilani of Wild Magic LLC—Healing Horses and Humans through Structural Integration Trail Savvy: How to Train Water Crossings Featured Product: Care Carefully for High-end Leather Willfully Guided: The Steep Steps to Success as a Realtor … Read More
