From virtual horse shows to isolation shows, horsemen have several out-of-the-box ways to compete with their horses.
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.
What happens when two blondes walk into a prison to learn about horses? Spoiler: They get more than they bargained for.
Close to 400 teams entered in the #8.5, which was an over 50 division (40 and older for women). The #10.5 roping, for ropers over the age of 40, saw more than 200 teams.
Ranch riding is more than just another class to show your horse in. Brad Lund explains how practicing the maneuvers and transitions required of the class improve your horse and horsemanship.
NRCHA Million Dollar Rider Jon Roeser explains why an unmarked snaffle bit is his go-to bit. https://youtu.be/XUCQZT0Fjr8 The name…
Gathering horses and sheep in the Icelandic mountains share several similarities to Western ranching.
Follow equine artist Jim Rey through his process of painting a horse study. Artist Jim Rey of Durango, Colorado,…
The event, now in it’s 24th year, is a favorite for many in the ranching community not only for the ranch rodeo but also for it’s trade show, entertainment, horse show and more.
Floyd Beard draws inspiration from the cliffs and canyons near his ranch in Kim, Colorado. https://youtu.be/c-LJPygnACA Beard and his…
Palo Pinto Rocking Horses makes beautiful, custom rocking horses horseman and children will both appreciate. The quality and attention to detail makes them a toy and a family heirloom.
