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From Passion to Profession

August 5, 2020December 5, 2015 by Allison Trimble

What You Need to Know to Achieve Success in the Horse Industry by Allison Trimble Confucius says: “Find a job that you love and you will never work a day in your life.” I call this false advertising—perhaps the worst I’ve heard! That idea has sent countless horse lovers …

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KICK OFF THE 2016 SHOW SEASON AT THE BIGGEST AQHA SHOW ON THE WEST COAST!

December 2, 2015 by Press

LUCAS OIL/PROTECT The HARVEST Dirt & Diamonds NRCHA All Breed Derby & Back 2 Basics AQHA Circuit to Begin February 10, 2016 As the 2016 show season comes onto the horizon, so does the Back 2 Basics AQHA Circuit. For the past several years, this show has been the largest …

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Rider Wellness: Prevent Age-related Injuries

August 5, 2020December 2, 2015 by Emily Beasley

How to Stay Fit and Safe for a Lifetime of Riding by Emily Beasley Just the other day, a friend left me speechless when he said this: “You probably don’t have much more time to compete, do you? Aren’t you going to be too old to ride cross country?” …

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Senior Horse Photo Essay Winners

August 5, 2020December 1, 2015 by Northwest Horse Source

Growing Together and Celebrating a Lifetime of Memories This year we had quite a number of entries for our photo essay contest—what a treat to read about so many cherished equine companions! Interestingly, there were no youth entries. This was unusual but it allowed us to choose two adult …

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Over 40 and Horse Crazy – Four Ways to Improve Connection

August 5, 2020December 1, 2015 by Laura Schonberg

by Laura Schonberg As I go galloping in to the more mature years of my life, I have become much more reflective about my horsemanship. My action-oriented nature is often in conflict with my horses’ natural state that seeks quiet. I easily miss what my horse is telling me and …

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Riding Fear Free – Senior Horses are Valuable for Overcoming Fear

August 5, 2020December 1, 2015 by Laura Daley

by Laura Daley When first working to overcome fear it is very important that you do not work with or ride a horse that triggers your worst fears. It is critical that the horse you are working with does not do things to harm you or itself. This includes …

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Hoof Care for the Winter Months

August 5, 2020December 1, 2015 by Carole Herder

The Health Benefits of Going Barefoot by Carole Herder You’ve had a magnificent summer with your horse— cantering through emerald green fields, lazy picnic lunches and refreshing dips in your favorite local swimming spots. It’s been a fantastic time but now the seasons have changed. Maybe you’ve considered pulling …

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December 2015 Cover Story: The Price of Passion

August 5, 2020December 1, 2015 by Northwest Horse Source

Celebrating 20 Years of an Equine Lifestyle In her quest to live the full, passionate life, Karen Pickering has encountered significant challenges and obstacles. by Catherine Madera and Karen Pickering One of the best quotes describing the equine lifestyle comes from Ralph Waldo Emerson: Riding a horse is not a …

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Elvis and Me

August 5, 2020December 1, 2015 by Northwest Horse Source

New Memoir from Australian Music Professional by Gillian Wills A move from the city to rural Australia reawakens music lecturer, reviewer and speaker Gillian Wills’ life-long dream of owning a horse. Drawn to the underdog and feisty fixer-uppers, Gillian buys Elvis, a rangy, unruly ex-racehorse. In Elvis and Me, Gillian …

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Having a Purpose

December 29, 2015December 1, 2015 by Karen Pickering

April Gives Young Riders Confidence One of the joys April and I have is to give kids who don’t have the opportunity to ride a horse a little time in the saddle. One Friday night a month CTK Horsemen’s Association hosts an evening for others at Faith Equestrian Center in …

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