Results from the 2023 National Equine Economic Impact Study Released

Equine Economic

The findings of the highly-anticipated 2023 Equine Economic Impact Survey have been officially released by the American Horse Council (AHC). The results shed a light on the significant and robust contributions of the equine industry to the U.S. economy. The survey offers a comprehensive overview of the economic impact and …

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Cover Story: The 38th Annual Idaho Horse Expo

The 38th annual Idaho Horse Expo
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State’s Largest Horse Expo Returns April 5-7, 2024 by Idaho Expo Staff The 38th annual Idaho Horse Expo will be held April 5–7, 2024 at the Ford Idaho Horse Park in Nampa, Idaho. This event is perfect for anyone who is interested in horses, training, and riding—from dressage to colt …

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CHA Region 1 Conference – Feb 29-March 3, 2024

Each year Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) hosts both international and regional conferences all across the US and Canada. The purpose is to provide an educational resource for certified equestrian professionals. It’s an opportunity to gain the continuing education required to maintain certification. Conferences are designed to educate CHA-certified equestrian professionals …

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Media Barn: Book Review – The Pinto Horse & The Phantom Bull by Charles Elliott Perkins

The Pinto Horse

In 1927 Owen Wister called The Pinto Horse “the best Western story about a horse that I have ever read.” The pinto roamed the Montana range in the late 1880s, surviving wolves and blizzards and earning the respect of the herd but never blending in, always standing out in vulnerable perfection. After …

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Trainer’s Profile: Molly McDaniel of Balanced Performance Training and Hoofcare

Trainer’s Profile
Photo by Cassidy Kettlestring

Focusing on the Longevity and Soundness of the Horse Interview by Kim Roe What is the name of your business? Balanced Performance Training and Hoofcare, LLC What do you do?  I’m a farrier and I also accept horses and mules for training. I teach lessons (and can provide lesson horses …

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Trainer’s Corner: What to Do When Your Horse is Wrong

Horse is Wrong
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Affirmative Training Shapes Behavior It started the way it usually starts. Either the horse looked to the side or the rider pulled on her horse’s face. It’s the fundamental disagreement; the rider thinks it’s her right to control the horse and the horse doesn’t like having metal jammed on his …

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Editor’s Postcard: Give Your Time and Talent to Keep Horse Activities Happening

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Kim Roe on Exo. Photo By Aliena Hook

The Whatcom County Dressage and Eventing Association (WCDEA) was founded in 1984 for the promotion and education of dressage, eventing, and working equitation in Whatcom County, Washington, and the surrounding areas. As one of the initiating members of this wonderful club, I’ve believed in its mission of supporting grassroots horse enthusiasts …

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Bolender Horse Park Mountain Trail Pattern Workshop

Practice your patterns for the Bolender Horse Park July & August Mountain Trail Challenge with Mark Bolender $75 fee includes 1 session per person/per horse + open ride on course before or after your session Camping and stalls available for additional cost Location: 131 Crater View Drive, Silver Creek, WA …

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The Weekender Mountain Trail Clinic

International Mountain Trail Challenge Founders Mark & Lee Bolender Invite you to Bolender Horse Park for this Mountain Trail Clinic Includes: 6 hours of group lessons 2 Nights stall 2 Days Dry Camping, Rooms or RV (First Come First Serve) Pot Luck Dinner Saturday Sunday coffee & donuts Location: 131 …

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Ladies Night at Bolender Horse Park

It’s Ladies Night at Bolender Horse Park! Hosted by Mark & Lee Bolender Fond memories and laughter are included at no charge! Includes: 4 hours of mountain trail group lessons Overnight stall Overnight Parking Pot Luck Dinner Sunday coffee & donuts Location: 131 Crater View Drive, Silver Creek, WA 98585 …

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