Every horseman and horsewoman had a first horse. Whether it was a bombproof old-timer or a pestering pony, each taught important lessons to their pint-sized rider.
Raised in the small town of Arlington, Washington, Katie started showing horses in 4-H at age 9. She later competed in American Quarter Horse Association shows in hunt seat, Western pleasure, and finally reining, in which she was a finalist at the youth World Show. Katie attended Washington State University (Go Cougs!) and was a member of Alpha Phi sorority. She graduated with a bachelor of science in agricultural communications.
After graduation, she moved from Washington State to Maryland where she was an assistant editor at EQUUS magazine. Later she accepted a position at Western Horseman and moved to Fort Worth, Texas.
Katie resides in Willow Park with her husband, Jason, daughter, Amelia, two red heelers, one orange cat, chickens, miniature horse and her Quarter Horse, Smokey . She enjoys showing in Stock Horse of Texas and other ranch versatility shows.
The colorful Western murals lining the streets of Toppenish, Washington, do more than attract tourists. Each painted wall brings hope and instills the values of the West for residents and visitors alike.
Pam Minick finds show-ring success in her two ranch horses, both purchased from the Invitational Ranch Horse Show & Sale held during the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo.
The Timed Event Challenge at the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo is a fun, thrilling and timeless tradition…
Mustang trainer Bobby Kerr prepares his horses for stock show and rodeo season with simple desensitizing strategies.
Cowboy Artists of America members offer artwork inspired by their annual trail ride in a 48-hour sale in mid-July.…
Arizona horsewoman Brandi Lyons remembers a scary accident that rattled her confidence but ultimately taught her better horsemanship.
