COVID-19

The Northwest Horse Source has created this page to have an easy-to-access resource for local small businesses and equine folks in general. Scroll down to view links to alerts, resources, news and updates. Check back often as we will continue to add content as we receive it. Stay safe and sane friends!

Have a resource, news, event cancellation/change, etc you think would be helpful to add, please Contact Us

What is COVID-19?

CDC is responding to a pandemic of respiratory disease spreading from person-to-person caused by a novel (new) coronavirus. The disease has been named “Coronavirus Disease 2019” (abbreviated “COVID-19”). This situation poses a serious public health risk. The federal government is working closely with state, local, tribal, and territorial partners, as well as public health partners, to respond to this situation. COVID-19 can cause mild to severe illness; most severe illness occurs in older adults.

The President’s Coronavirus Guidelines for America — 15 Days to Slow the Spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) More at Whitehouse.gov.

Check out The Northwest Horse Source Online Event Calendar for event changes/cancellations and feel free to add your own or let us know if you need help changing your event entry.

UPDATE: All Counties in Idaho are Eligible for SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL)

Businesses in the following areas are eligible to submit an application for an SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL):

Alaska: entire state
Idaho: all counties
Oregon: all counties
Washington: Adams, Asotin, Benton, Chelan, Clallam, Clark, Columbia, Cowlitz, Franklin, Garfield, Grays Harbor, Island, Jefferson, King, Kitsap, Kittitas, Klickitat, Lewis, Lincoln, Mason, Okanogan, Pacific, Pend Oreille, Pierce, San Juan, Skagit, Skamania, Snohomish, Spokane, Thurston, Wahkiakum, Walla Walla, Whatcom, Whitman, Yakima

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Subject: DNR Work Parties and Events

Given the recent development and risk associated with the COVID-19 virus, we are reaching out to provide an update of current DNR Recreation operations.

Effective immediately, all work parties and permitted events on DNR-managed lands are cancelled through the end of April. Should a safety or health issue arise at a recreation site that requires additional support, our Region Managers may make an exception to this direction, so long as appropriate safety precautions are taken. Our Recreation Managers are reaching out directly to their contacts who have events scheduled from now through April to discuss this change.

Otherwise, our recreation sites are open as normal. With offices and schools closing, we believe that being outdoors is a healthy activity option at this time. DNR will continue to assess public safety on our lands and make changes as necessary.

Thank you for your understanding, and please stay healthy.

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Karen Pickering

Owner / Publisher | Canfield Certified Trainer
Karen Pickering is a lifelong horsewoman and the founder of The Northwest Horse Source, which began in 1995 as a small equine newsletter and grew into a respected industry publication. With more than 30 years of experience serving the horse community, Karen now focuses on helping equine businesses and organizations build visibility, credibility, and lasting relationships through online marketing, digital promotion, and educational platforms.
As a Canfield Certified Trainer, she blends proven success principles with real-world industry experience, supporting both businesses and individuals navigating change in today’s digital landscape. Karen remains deeply connected to the horse industry and is passionate about serving the community she has helped build for over three decades.