Get Connected to these Clubs for Working Horse Enthusiasts The wild, wild West often feels far away from our Pacific Northwest evergreen trees and rain (sometimes mud) especially during the winter months. But cattle, cowboys, and cow horses are a lot closer than you think. Have you ever wanted to … Read More
Life-Changing Learning Comes from a Surprising Source I used to be that girl, you know, the gelding girl. I was pro-geldings and-anti mares for most of my horse-owning life. There’s just something about those goofy geldings that makes my heart smile from the inside out and eases some of the … Read More
Avoid Risks While Reaping the Benefits Online buying and selling is easier than ever! When horse owners find a killer deal on a tack set, the perfect saddle, or even a water trough in good condition and the price is right, it’s a sure-fire way to get our hearts pumping. … Read More
Finding Peace and Classical Dressage at this 18th Century Portuguese Estate In May 2025 I attended an immersive educational opportunity for working equitation judges in Portugal. Following the training, many of my fellow judges and other attendees planned to participate in some of the riding and training opportunities horse people … Read More
Massive Party Planned for the “Magic Carpet” Competitors and fans at The Event at Rebecca Farm will celebrate the remarkable career of Mai Baum, as the 2023 Defender Kentucky 5* Champion and veteran Team USA star runs his last competition. Now in its 24th year, The Event at Rebecca Farm takes … Read More
Vista Verde Ranch – A Place to Ride, Relax and be Pampered My friend Wendy and I arrived at Vista Verde Ranch, north of Steamboat Springs, Colorado, at 5:00 p.m. on October 31, 2024. We drove up to the lodge, decorated with pumpkins and chrysanthemums, and were greeted by a … Read More
Know What’s Necessary to Bring a Wild Horse Home Horses go by horse rules, and respect for human beings is not one of them. Wild mustangs speak the same language as other horses, but up until capture they have a clean slate as far as people are concerned. Personally, I … Read More
Washington State Drill Team was Born from Passion by Tricia Reed The sport of equestrian drill is active in Washington State, with two to four competitions each year. Most drill teams practice over seven months of the year and develop programs that help them succeed in drill competitions. Equestrian drill … Read More
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 … Read More
First Ever International Level Vaulting Event Held at Silver Tail Farm On May 9–12, 2024, Silver Tail Farm in Creswell, Oregon wrapped up a two-day equestrian gymnastics competition which drew vaulting clubs from all over North America for its first appearance in Oregon. The Mozart Memorial Vaulting Classic is a … Read More
