Send us your question and we’ll select the best expert for you. Northwest Horse SourceThe Northwest Horse Source is an independently owned and operated print and online magazine for horse owners and enthusiasts of all breeds and disciplines in the Pacific Northwest. Our contemporary editorial columns are predominantly written by experts … Read More
Options for a Speedy Recovery After an Injury by Emily Beasley “I know how you ‘horse people’ are – you’ll ride with a broken face!” my doctor jokingly said during my most recent visit. I was in her office anxiously awaiting medical clearance so I could return to “full … Read More
Equipment Essentials for the Female Equestrian by Emily Beasley I’m the type of person that relies on lists, especially when it comes to preparing for an outing with my horses. I have a checklist of essentials to pack in the trailer for the ride. For example, my first aid … Read More
What to Do When You Fall off the Fitness Wagon by Emily Beasley Confession time: Over the past couple of months I haven’t been very active. I’ve been eating things I advise others to avoid. Worst of all, my seat bones are sore and bruised from riding once this … Read More
Three Ways to Nurture Yourself on Valentine’s Day by Emily Beasley When I woke up that morning I had a familiar feeling in the pit of my stomach—“butterflies”—and jumped out of bed with my heart racing. This was THE day and its details are still vivid. The entire day, … Read More
by Laura Daley Senior riders often question the logic of continuing a love affair with horses. Senior riders make excellent, devoted horse people. After all, if they have not lost the love of horses by the time they reach their golden years, it is safe to say they will … Read More
How to Stay Fit and Safe for a Lifetime of Riding by Emily Beasley Just the other day, a friend left me speechless when he said this: “You probably don’t have much more time to compete, do you? Aren’t you going to be too old to ride cross country?” … Read More
Rehabilitation Both in and Out of the Saddle by Emily Beasley Growing up, I absolutely idolized my dad. To this day I still envision him as one of those Wild West types. In other words, a real cowboy, tough as nails. He was riding bulls, training horses and calf roping. As … Read More
“If you are like me and you dread the day after a ride because you wake up stiff and sore, I have discovered two secrets weapons that will help!” said Bonnie Marlewski-Probert, Whitehall Publishing. Jennifer Kotylo has created three DVDs in a series called “Improve your Riding Through Movement.” The … Read More
The Equestrian’s Guide to Hip Replacement Surgery by Aarene Storms The list of reasons that I ride is familiar to readers of this magazine. I know I’m not the only one who writes the year’s social calendar based on the regional ride schedule. Riders of all ages face physical … Read More
