Times have certainly changed since I started the print magazine in December of 1995. It was one girl’s dream of someday working with horses.
Karen was class treasurer in 9th and 10th grade. Secretary in 11th. Karen’s ambition is to someday work with horses. (Taken from 1980 yearbook)
Who knew it would end up a 25-year career in the horse industry? With no experience in journalism or graphic design, I started the magazine after horsemanship college in Oregon. A love of computers and the horse world gave me the desire to create a publication that mirrored the national magazines but free to our community in the Northwest.
If you love the tactile feel of the magazine in your hands each month, help us keep it around for years to come. While the print may not last forever, we are becoming a great online resource for our Northwest Horse Lovers. We want to continue providing a service to clubs and organizations, local trainers and breeders, feed and tack stores, veterinary clinics and all the wonderful companies that provide feed and products that help us care for our horses.
Every little bit helps so thank you for continuing to support the Northwest Horse Source!
Warmly,
Karen
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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.
