Winston, Kentucky Derby Museum Ambassador and Old Friends Retiree, Dies Unexpectedly at 24

GEORGETOWN, KY – MAY 2, 2018 – Winston, the miniature horse that long resided at the Kentucky Derby Museum in Louisville, has died. In February of 2018, Winston announced his retirement from the museum and promptly joined Old Friends, the Thoroughbred Retirement facility based in Georgetown, KY., where he would continue …

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Skagit Animals in Need (SAIN) Holds Annual Tack Sale and Raffle

  By: Skagit Animals in Need May 1, 2018 Skagit County – Snag some of the best deals on gently-used tack for both horse and rider! This fundraiser benefits Skagit Animals in Need (SAIN) and will take place at the Sedro-Woolley rodeo grounds June 2-3, 2018. 24538 Polte Rd, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284. In addition, on the …

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The TOP 10 Myths of Distance CTRs

by Tammy Vasa, NATRC Recently on Facebook, I quickly tried to debunk some of the myths and concerns associated with competitive trail riding (CTR). Am I an expert? No. But I was once the person who had these same fears. My desire to try the sport finally prevailed as most …

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Statue of Heroic Korean War Horse to be Dedicated at Kentucky Horse Park

Sgt. Reckless Statue Unveiling Honors Mare Important to U.S. Marines LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 30, 2018) – A larger-than-life, 1000-pound statue of the heroic Korean war horse, Sgt. Reckless, will be unveiled at a dedication ceremony at the Kentucky Horse Park on Saturday, May 12, 2018, at 1 p.m. EDT. The dedication of …

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FREESTYLE DIGITAL MEDIA ACQUIRES MARY HAVERSTICK’S “THE LAST HORSEMEN OF NEW YORK” FOR MAY RELEASE

  Review by Karen Pickering, Publisher, NW Horse Source Magazine: “This is a very thorough documentary about the carriage horse industry in New York City. I’m shocked at the special interest groups and government corruption in the works to rid New York City of such an important part of its …

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May 2018 Digital Edition

May 2018 Cover Story: Washington State Horse Park – The Northwest’s Premier Equestrian Destination Trail Savvy: Going the Distance – Tips for Long Hauls Willfully Guided: Do You Need a Farm Plan? Small Farm Makeover: Making Money with Horse Properties Trainer’s Corner: Mustang Training – The First Ride   Click …

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Kerrits’ New Side Pass Pocket Breech Works as Hard as You Do

New for Spring 2018, the Side Pass Pocket Breech is like the women who wear them—feminine and hard working. “I absolutely love the new Gripsoft™ patch fabric that Kerrits is offering on this breech,” says Kerrits team rider Jessica Heidemann. “It’s extremely soft and supple, moving with you, and letting …

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Creating Financial Sustainability on Horse Properties

Can Being Eco-Friendly Help Your Bottom Line? By Alayne Blickle   Have you heard the old joke about how to make a small fortune with horses? The punchline: by starting out with a large fortune. Does making money on horse acreage need to be this way? We explored this topic …

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Joe Watt Canyon Prize Ride—May 19, 2018

 Fun Event to Fund Lord Hill Park Signs   In sunny Thorp, Washington spring is in full swing with blooming lupine, lilacs, and balsamroot. Get a jump on your trail riding season by starting off the year with the Joe Watt Canyon Prize Ride. This ride is hosted by the …

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Beautiful Horses – Reasons for Venturing Out

by Kim Roe   Okay, I’ll admit it. My horses and I grew rather soft this winter. The wet, dark, and cold drove me inside and away from my riding too often. My computer sits close to the woodstove and it’s not a bad life–sitting in a comfortable chair, sipping …

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