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Equine Obesity: No Laughing Matter

June 30, 2020September 1, 2014 by Eleanor Blazer

How to Properly Identify and Feed Carbohydrates by Eleanor Blazer Do the terms equine metabolic syndrome, Cushing’s disease, peripheral Cushing’s, insulin resistance and hypo-thyroid sound familiar? The common symptom shared by of all these conditions can be obesity. Weight and insulin problems are on the rise and it’s no …

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Destinations Northwest

August 5, 2020September 1, 2014 by Robert Eversole

Juniper Dunes by Robert Eversole Despite the common notion that Washington State is a place of cool mists, ferns and towering firs, the fact of the matter is that a majority of the state is desert. The Cascade Mountain Range casts a rain shadow effect over two thirds of …

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Destinations Northwest

August 5, 2020August 1, 2014 by Robert Eversole

Haney Meadow: Then and Now by Robert Eversole Most people in Washington’s Back Country Horsemen community have heard of Ken Wilcox, our patron saint of back country equestrian trails. Many people have at least a passing knowledge of Ken’s namesake horse camp near Haney Meadow. Far fewer people have …

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Riding Fear Free – Picturing Your Goals

June 30, 2020August 1, 2014 by Laura Daley

Inspire Success through Writing and the Use of Photos by Laura Daly Writing your fears and journaling about your lessons, rides and time with your horse can help you learn to ride fear free. The act of writing helps riders learn to see reality and gain control of their …

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Mounting Block Mishaps

June 30, 2020August 1, 2014 by Laura Schonberg

Insight from an Obstacle Judge by Laura Schonberg Getting involved with Equestrian Trail Sports (ETS) has been one of the most rewarding and interesting things I have done as a horse owner and rider. I am relatively new to competitive trail riding and obstacle courses and the time spent …

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Riding Well Grounded – Succeeding at Obstacle Challenges

June 30, 2020August 1, 2014 by Northwest Horse Source

The Secret to Succeeding at Obstacle Challenges by Marilyn Pineda The Pacific Northwest riding season is here and opportunities in trail riding and obstacle challenge events such as what is offered by Equine Trail Sports (ETS) abound. You may not know that ETS events exist from the northern corners …

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“But I Just Want to Ride!”

June 30, 2020July 1, 2014 by Northwest Horse Source

How Groundwork and Agility Training Can Transform Your Ride by Kathy Richardson As a trainer and riding instructor I am frequently in contact with people who say, “I just want to ride. You just sit there. How hard can it be?” Most of these people have no idea how …

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Riding Well Grounded – Finishing the Side Pass from the Saddle

June 30, 2020July 1, 2014 by Northwest Horse Source

by Marilyn Pineda A few months ago I started sharing a series of ground training exercises and techniques to practice from the saddle that would provide the basic components of a nice side pass. This month we are going to bring everything together and put the side pass into …

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Riding Fear Free – Dealing with Bullies

June 30, 2020July 1, 2014 by Laura Daley

Dealing with Bullies by Laura Daly Fearful people feel every negative and/or mean-spirited word directed at them. Even well-meaning friends can hinder progress or shatter confidence. Words that are meant to encourage actually pierce the heart of a struggling horsemen: “Take off the helmet to get rid of fear”; …

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Destinations Northwest – Backcountry Riding and Camping in Washington’s Wilderness Areas

August 5, 2020July 1, 2014 by Robert Eversole

by Robert Eversole Backcountry Horsemen: two words that represent so much. The vastness and freedom of the backcountry is a gift. Much of the environment remains as it has been for millennia, with no machinery, few people and endless starry night skies. All of this is accessible from the …

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