Tuckered out

MIKE IRWIN/North Country Rider
A tired-looking cowboy calls it a day in this Winthrop sculpture. Art like this is part of the North Country’s horse heritage. See the story at right — and for more photos, click here.
End of the ride ...
This hasn’t been the best week any of us have had around here, and next week might not be anything to write home about, either.
Yakima rescue moves message board
Columbia Basin Equine Rescue’s message board has a new Web address, representatives of its board of directors have announced.
Ellensburg laying plans for gathering
They write about horses, cattle, rodeo and ranching. They croon about open skies and endless plains. They depict in fine arts and crafts the customs and culture of life Out West.
Steve Rother: Rider’s got it going the right way
Dear Steve: I have been watching the video you put together and have been trying some of the exercises out on my horse, Tess.
Feed Forum: Let's start with a little foray into forage
If you own a horse, you know that you have a nearly limitless amount of feed and supplements to choose from. Finding the RIGHT plan for your horse’s specific needs can not only be complicated, but overwhelming for most owners. In the next few months we will begin to wade through the ins and outs of basic nutrition for today’s equine and how to make choices that will keep your horse healthy, happy and performing his best.
How to tell if your horse feels as cold as she looks
We tend to think that if we are cold, our horses must be cold. Not necessarily so.

Reiners announce standings after Wenatchee show
The Northwest Regional Affiliate Finals, hosted Oct. 9-12 by the Washington Reining Horse Association at Wenatchee’s Appleatchee Riding Club, was held in conjunction with the Fall Futurity Spectacular, sponsored by Caton Ranches.
Chelan, Douglas 4-H riders shine at fair in Puyallup
Which local equestrians took honors at the Western Washington State Fair?
Equine champs announced for Chelan County Fair
4-H and FFA horse enthusiasts from Chelan and Douglas counties rake in the ribbons at the 2008 Chelan County Fair.



