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Teen Rodeo Queen
April 1, 2008
Local youth with cystic fibrosis lives her dream
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Youth Essay Contest Winners
April 1, 2008
Read the winning essays from four Northwest young people
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Publisher's Test Ride
March 1, 2008
Karen Pickering test rides a Rocky Mountain Horse at Stride Right Farms
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Weed Free Feed
March 1, 2008
Weed free forage helps the environment and the horse, but new laws pose challenges for horsemen
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Prenatal Planning
February 1, 2008
Mare and foal care advice from Dr. Wendy Vaala, Senior Equine Technical Services Specialist for Intervet
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The Business of TCS
January 1, 2008
An excerpt from "Shipped Semen 101" discussing the basics of adding TCS to your breeding program.
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Interview with Dr. Marty Becker
December 1, 2007
NWHS speaks with America's Favorite Vet
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Old Friends, New Choices
November 1, 2007
Options for aging horses
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History Lesson
October 1, 2007
Two centuries of training: a history of the working ranch horse
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Northwest and Nationwide
October 1, 2007
Programs, scholarships, and resources in equine educational news
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Higher Education with Horses
October 1, 2007
A look at four unique Northwest programs
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Building Trust
September 1, 2007
A look at taming and training three adopted wild mustangs
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Back in the Saddle
August 1, 2007
At age 72, Gene Glasscock sets out on another long ride
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To Serve and Protect
July 1, 2007
Life in the Mounted Patrol Unit of Portland, Oregon
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Past Meets Present in Bosal and Hackamore Training
June 1, 2007
The history of the hackamore and its modern uses in training
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A Gate is a Gate is a Gate...
June 1, 2007
Choosing the proper gate for your needs
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Trail Etiquette
May 1, 2007
Simple guidelines for safety and fun on the trails
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Youth Essay Contest
April 1, 2007
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Summer Horse Camps
April 1, 2007
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Youth Essay Contest Winners
March 30, 2007
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Barefoot or Shod? It depends...
March 2, 2007
Should your horse be shod or barefoot? Equine podiatry expert Dr. Stephen O'Grady presents the information you need to help make this decision.
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AQHA Shows Taking Place This Month!
January 23, 2007
Mark your calendar! American Quarter Horse Association shows are taking place throughout the country this month. Make plans to attend a show or special event in your area. For more information about a show or special event, use the list below to contact the show manager or event coordinator.
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Tribute to Mary Trout
December 1, 2006
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Educational Opportunities – Glimpses from the Field
October 1, 2006
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Selecting the Right Horse Fence, Part 3
August 1, 2006
Analyzing Cost, Materials, Quality and Method of Installation
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Making Your Horse Road Safe - Getting Ready for Traffic
August 1, 2006
Six steps to a Road Safe Horse from sensory training in the round pen to riding a calm and confident horse in traffic
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Selecting the Right Horse Fence - Decision Matrix
August 1, 2006
Fence materials decision matrix designed for your use in gathering information from various sources. This will assist you in organizing information about the best fence type, materials and installation for you, your horse and the requirements of the property where you are installing.
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Chincoteague Pony Swim Blends Equine Lifestyle and Nostalgia
August 1, 2006
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Selecting the Right Horse Fence: Part 2
July 1, 2006
So, you have decided you need a horse fence. There is a high probability that you have never built a fence or had an active say in the decisions regarding the choice or style of fence. You are not alone, many other horse owners or soon to be horse owners are also participating in the same adventure. Sales of horse related fencing are exploding. Good sources of decision making information are also increasing. The purpose of this article is to assist you.
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Trail Safety Gear
June 30, 2006
7 simple things to bring along for a safer ride
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Selecting the Right Horse Fence: Part 1
June 1, 2006
Centuries ago, horse fences weren’t required. However, as man settled down and domesticated horses, fences (or some means of containment) became necessary. Since the materials that we take for granted weren’t available these horse people had to use what was available.
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Preserving the Right to Ride on Public Lands
May 1, 2006
Your voice makes a difference
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Are You Ready for Show Season?
March 1, 2006
Getting ready for a successful show season involves more than training your horse and perfecting your skills. Success comes with pre-season planning and research into the opportunities available to the equine competitor.
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Riding at Dude Ranches
February 28, 2006
If serious horseback riding on fine horses is your main interest, here are some important points to consider in seeking the dude ranch which will best suit you.
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Choosing The Right Stallion For Your Discipline
January 31, 2006
Whether you are planning to breed your show mare or your backyard pleasure mare, you will want to carefully weigh all your options as to which stallion you choose. Breeding should not be taken lightly; it is an expensive and time-consuming venture.
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NWHS 10th Anniversary
December 1, 2005
Northwest Horse Source celebrates ten years in the equine community with a look at the past decade.
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Pattern Placement For Reiners: A View From The Judge’s Chair
November 4, 2005
As an NRHA reining judge, I often see patterns that would score much better with just a few minor changes. There are only two things a rider needs to do on each maneuver, avoid penalties and look good.
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Light in a Dark Time for the Northwest Horse Source
November 1, 2005
Mid July found us relaxing, riding our horses and enjoying time together at a horse camp near Deming, Washington. Today things look very different for all of us. Mary Trout, graphic designer on our team, was diagnosed with an inoperable malignant brain tumor.
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TRAIL OF PAINTED PONIES
September 30, 2005
A funny thing happened at the recent American Veteran’s Auction of Western Americana in Prescott, Arizona. Several million dollars worth of Indian artifacts, vintage western saddles, and antique furniture had gone on the block when a ceramic figurine signed by the Comanche artist Rance Hood went under the gavel.
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The Vashon Island Experience
August 31, 2005
Imagine an island slightly smaller than Manhattan, but bristling with trees instead of skyscrapers. Instead of cookie cutter streets, it’s an island of curves and hills. The roads are a bicyclist’s dream; the woods are an equestrian’s heaven. And it’s only fifteen minutes from Seattle or Tacoma by ferry.
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Start Out Right with the NWRA
August 31, 2005
At 6 months old, my dad sat me on our first horse, Bayleen, and a course was set for my life.
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Art and the Equine Lifestyle
August 31, 2005
The reasons people are attracted to art are as varied as the images themselves. Artwork is most powerful when the image triggers the viewer’s own personal associations or if it gives them some insight into an aspect of themselves. This personal connection allows them to feel like the painting was created just for them and, in a way, it was.
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Grey Warrior, Pt. III
June 30, 2005
This is the conclusion of a true story about Jean’s (Oui-Sa) Creek Maiden great grandmother, Red Leaf and her brave grey stallion, Grey Warrior.
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Grey Warrior, Part II
May 26, 2005
The continuing story of Red Leaf and Grey Warrior
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Trail Riding in the Canadian Rockies
March 29, 2005
Looking for a vacation idea? Think you can't afford a good back-country trip, or maybe you don't feel confident enough to get out there on your own? Or perhaps your kids want to do this but you're too old for summer camp.
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Small Business Resources
February 28, 2005
There are many valuable resources located throughout the Pacific Northwest that are dedicated to helping small business owners and managers. One such resource is the Small Business Development Center, SBDC.
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When a Door Closes, a Window Opens
February 28, 2005
It is said when life closes a door, it opens a window. Beth Brannian would say that is true. This story is about Beth’s horse Kaitlyn who sadly passed away of cancer at the age of 11 years old. Before Kaitlyn died, embryo transfers were performed and the results were two healthy foals- Zircon and Zenith.
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HORSEBACK RIDING VACATIONS
February 28, 2005
If your idea of taking a vacation revolves around activities including a horse, you won’t be disappointed as you begin to discover the expansive selection of riding vacations offered today.
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Grey Warrior
February 1, 2005
The only life my great-grandmother had ever known as a young child, was living with her Creek parents in the Ohio Valley in the early 1800's.
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Selecting A Sire
January 31, 2005
Making the decision to breed your mare should not be taken lightly. It requires an investment of time and money, planning and work, with no guarantee that the resulting foal will meet desired expectations.
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In Loving Memory of Dan Gunderson
December 31, 2004
Dan was born February 27, 1914, Frog Lake, AB and passed away August 20, 2004, Williams Lake, BC.
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Blue Ice Chinook – Natural Breeding Down-Under
December 31, 2004
We started breeding horses in 1987, when we bought a palomino Quarter Horse mare, Sheyene. She had been injured, but was good broodmare material, as she had great conformation and temperament, and had started a successful showing career before the trailering accident (with her previous owner).
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AQHA Ride Benefits Vashon-Maury Island Horse Association
December 31, 2004
Loading my rig with horses, clothes and tack I found myself anxiously awaiting the Island adventure to begin on Vashon Island. The ferry ride was calming as we made our way across the sound to the Island.
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Memorialization – Planning Ahead for an Inevitable Loss
November 30, 2004
This article focuses on something all of us with older horses will inevitably have to face the death of our beloved companion. We would rather not think about it until we have to but pre-planning will lessen your anxiety.
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Percy – Old Man Personality
November 30, 2004
We bought Percy in 1978. I was 15. I had been through several horses for showing and none of them had worked out. My sisters were doing well showing and I just kept getting discouraged.
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Five Questions Every Business Owner Should Ask
July 1, 2004
When Considering a New Building By Mike Lassner
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The Pooka
July 1, 2004
By Ken Ely
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Saddle Fitting: What You Need to Know, Part 2
July 1, 2004
By Dave Di Pietra
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How much does a round pen cost?
June 1, 2004
by Martin A. Wilke
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Saddle Fitting: What You Need to Know, Part 1
June 1, 2004
By Dave Di Pietra
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Success is in the Air
June 1, 2004
by Cheryl Magoteaux and Mandy Hammond
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Fading Opportunities
May 1, 2004
By Steven Didier, Chairman Back Country Horsemen of America
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Self Defense For Trail Riders
May 1, 2004
By Scot Hansen, Horsethink.com
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Wings to Fly by Kim Meeder
April 1, 2004
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Look as Good as Your Horse…Tips for Dressing English
March 29, 2004
When the weather warms up and people start thinking about horse shows, it's time to do some shopping!
By Lisa Tuininga, Mills Horse & Tack
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Dressage Principles Applied to Cowboy Traditions
March 29, 2004
Cross training ... What an important concept in the world of sports, education, and artistic pursuits. In an effort to more fully understand and deepen our knowledge, plus expanding our physical skills, many endeavors are applying cross training methods.
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Ride the Volcanoes
February 1, 2004
How fortunate we all are to live in this land! Every time my wife, Charlene, and I go on a horseback ride, we marvel at the beauty and diversity of the land.
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Dude Ranch Facts
February 1, 2004
From Marcia Williams, Executive Director of the Dude Rancher’s Association
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Equine Appraisal: The Value of Our Horses
January 30, 2004
by Angel S. Gnau
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Barrel Racer at 50 – A Gift to Horse and Rider
December 30, 2003
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Equipment Selection for the Beginning Horse Owner, Part II
December 30, 2003
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Euthanasia: Guidance for a Difficult Decision
November 30, 2003
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La Cense Montana Ranch: Educating the Recreational Horse Buyer
October 31, 2003
by Kathy Hubbell
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Black Raven Stables Breaks the Mold
September 30, 2003
by Sharon Aller, NWHS
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In Search of Stable Boarding and Training Relationships Tips from BRS Trainers
September 30, 2003
By Sharon Aller with Pat Stevens and Denise Callahan
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Horse Power: Celebrating the Horse at Work
September 30, 2003
by Alayne Renee Blickle, exhibit guest curator
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Tack Care Guidelines: Inhibiting Mold and Mildew
June 30, 2003
One consequence of the outbreak of hoof and mouth disease in Europe is that leather prices are shooting sky high. With whole herds slaughtered to contain the disease, worldwide hide supplies have tightened and prices have risen. More than ever, it behooves us all to take the best possible care of what leather tack we already have. Mold and mildew are one of the most frustrating problems in leather care.
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Paradise on an Oregon Ranch
May 31, 2003
When newlyweds Wendy and Kelly Loper of Junction City, Oregon, needed a place to honeymoon, they decided on Paradise. "Paradise Ranch, that is. And it is Paradise," insisted the new Mrs. Loper.
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Greater NW Equine Expo 2003
May 31, 2003
ALBANY, Oregon - In weather that can only be described as pure Oregon liquid sunshine, the Greater Northwest Equine Expo returned to the Linn County Fair & Expo Center in Albany for the fourth year, and this one was bigger than ever.
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Avila - A Legend Appears at Rhodes River Ranch
April 30, 2003
The Rhodes River Ranch sits way back in the Cascade foothills in the Stillaguamish River's North Fork Valley, a place of enduring legends. Like Western writer Zane Grey, who pursued steelhead here, leaving his name on at least one famous fishing hole.
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Hydrabull Ushers in New Era for Training Cow Ponies
March 31, 2003
It scoots around the arena fast, looking for an opening like a lawyer trapped in church looks for the door. It darts and spins like a point guard, pivoting within its own length before rocketing off in another direction like a determined hockey player fresh from the bench, only this thing sprays dust instead of ice whenever it turns. And like that bunny with the bass drum, it just keeps going.
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Holding My Breath for 48 Hours
February 28, 2003
If my memory serves me correctly, it was in the spring of 1981 (or was it 82?) that my first Peruvian Paso foals began to hit the ground. The year before, I had purchased a young Peruvian Paso Stallion, a beautiful red chestnut colt named Carmel.
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