“If you build a horse a cozy barn,” writes children’s author Jessie Haas, “she will choose to go out and stand in a snowstorm anyway.” In SNOW DAY (Candlewick Press, 10/8/16), the newest book in the easy-reader Bramble and Maggie series, Haas explores this mystery which has puzzled and frustrated … Read More
Animal welfare organizations support Safeguard American Food Exports (SAFE) Act WASHINGTON, D.C. — Federal lawmakers have introduced legislation to prevent the establishment of horse slaughter operations within the U.S., end the current export of American horses for slaughter abroad, and protect the public from consuming toxic horse meat. … Read More
WASHINGTON (Jan. 13, 2017) — In a move that should largely spell the end of the barbaric and gratuitous practice of horse soring, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced the release of its final rule to upgrade Horse Protection Act regulations. The rule bans the use of medieval stacks, chains … Read More
EMERALD DOWNS ANNOUNCES HORSEMEN INCENTIVES, PURSE ENHANCEMENTS FOR 2017 SEASON AUBURN, Wash. (January 19, 2017) – Emerald Downs has announced several popular incentive programs will be returning for the 70-day meet that runs April 8 through September 17. There will be $475,000 in total incentives for the season including: *The … Read More
Ellensburg, Wash. (January 14, 2017) — The Ellensburg Rodeo is pleased to announce the selection of the 2017 official poster. Copies of this artwork are now available at the Ellensburg rodeo office. This art will be available for $10.00 or $20.00 if signed by the artist. The art titled ‘Fired … Read More
Join us at the Washington State Horse Expo March 3-5, 2017. The Washington State Horse Expo is pleased to announce the addition of an IMTCA sanctioned Mountain Trail Course at the 2017 Expo. The Dr. Jack Giesy Arena will be transformed into a Mountain Trail Course designed by Mark & … Read More
Youth ages 10 and over, and Adults trainers have submitted their applications and been selected into the 2017 Mustang Adoption Challenge hosted by Teens and Oregon Mustangs (T&OM) and sponsored by Coastal Farm & Ranch, the Mustang Heritage Foundation, Old Mill Feed, and Purina. Selected trainers will pick … Read More
Empowerment Through Connection (ETC) – Needs Your Help! Dental work Fundraiser Looking for an end of year donation to deduct on your taxes? Empowerment Through Connection (ETC) is an approved 501(c)3 horse sanctuary and education organization. This time of year, donations decline and feed/utilities costs increase. The horses in … Read More
Whatcom Conservation District will host our second annual free Small Farm Expo on Saturday March 11, 2017 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. We invite you to be involved as an exhibitor! Last year’s event was so successful with 250 attendees that we have expanded into a larger event … Read More
Saturday February 11th 2017 ORIENTATION starts PROMPTLY at 12:00 Registration will start at 10:30 Orientation will cover our facility policies and safely introducing your horse to new Obstacle Challenges. Folks that have had Orientation will subsequently have access to Fire Mountain Trail Course facilities for personal use, 7 days a … Read More
