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Editor’s Postcard: Piloting a Horse Farm

August 17, 2024 by Kim Roe

Equine Professionals Wear Many Hats Think of an airplane pilot. They train for years, are repeatedly tested, and then earn their wings. Now imagine if that pilot had to purchase the airplane, keep it running, pay for and install upgrades, keep the books, clean the garbage out from under the …

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Trail Savvy: Trail Maps and Why You Need Them

August 15, 2024August 15, 2024 by Robert Eversole

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Tips for Understanding Topo Maps Taking the time to look at a map before leaving the barn can help you plan the ride ahead. Understanding the basic parts of a map will help you “stay found” and know what’s ahead and around as you navigate safely from trailhead to viewpoint …

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New & Noteworthy: 2024 Ethos Award Honorees Announced

August 13, 2024 by Northwest Horse Source

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The 2024 Ethos Award co-founders Jess Saalfield and Roberta Wilmore are excited to announce that the 2024 Ethos Award will be presented at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame in Saratoga Springs, NY. The Ethos Award recognizes individuals who advance the engagement of Black and Brown people …

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Business Profile: Vanessa Omer of Vital Equine Bodywork

August 9, 2024 by Northwest Horse Source

Photo Courtesy Vanessa Omer

Offering a Comprehensive Approach to Equine Wellness How and why did you get started in business? I’ve always been passionate about horses. I have been a Physical Therapist Assistant for 15 years and have helped people achieve their physical goals. I especially enjoy hands-on manual therapy in humans because I …

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Feature Story: The Event at Rebecca Farm

August 7, 2024 by Kim F Miller

Photo by Shannon Brinkman.

Thriving Legacy Draws Best Eventers to the West Often described as “Disneyland for equestrians,” The Event at Rebecca Farm in Kalispell, Montana, was presented by non-profit Montana Equestrian Events, Inc. and held July 17-21, 2024, with contenders coming from both coasts and all points in between. Rebecca Farm is set …

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Cover Story: Northwest Carriage Museum

August 5, 2024 by Northwest Horse Source

Buggy Barn. Photo by Kevin Miller.

Raymond, Washington Museum Offers Visitors a Stroll through Another Time By Anna Golbov, Director, Northwest Carriage Museum You won’t find real horses at The Northwest Carriage Museum in Raymond, Washington, but horses do play an integral role at this unique destination. The museum’s collection focuses on horse-drawn transportation and related …

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Cowgirl Capable Retreat – How to get your Ammo PAID FOR!

August 1, 2024 by Press

Cowgirl Capable Women’s Empowerment Retreathttps://cowgirlcapable.com/retreatSept 5th-8th, 2024Whistlin’ Pine Ranch – Pateros, WA Register here (paid in full by 8/15 to get free ammo): https://cowgirlcapable.com/registration-form Things are starting to really get exciting and logistics are all falling into place to make this Cowgirl Capable Retreat very memorable event (with amazing food) …

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New & Noteworthy: Road to the Horse 2025 – A Colt of Many Colors

July 29, 2024July 26, 2024 by Northwest Horse Source

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Since 2003, Road to the Horse has been the industry’s most prestigious colt starting challenge. Creativity and innovation are key components of the continued success of the event throughout the last two decades. With that in mind, the colt starting action at Road to the Horse 2025 will not disappoint …

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Editor’s Postcard: What Makes a Horseman?

July 29, 2024July 24, 2024 by Kim Roe

Photo by Kim Roe

It’s a Lifelong Trip horse·man, noun, 14th century 1. a rider or driver of horses; especially: one whose skill is exceptional2. A person skilled in caring for or managing horses Merriam Webster Dictionary A long time ago I was at a dressage show sitting on my tack trunk in front of …

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Media Barn: New in Books – Dear Readers and Riders

July 29, 2024July 22, 2024 by Northwest Horse Source

The Beloved Books, Faithful Fans, and Hidden Private Life of Marguerite Henry By Lettie Teague Marguerite Henry’s name has inspired immediate recognition and pronouncements of admiration over the decades. As an author she was prolific with 59 books published, millions of copies sold, and nearly 80 years of her life …

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