New Central Oregon Horse Journal available

The spring edition of Central Oregon Horse Journal is now available in Sisters.

This edition of COHJ is the largest-ever issue of the regional publication, which focuses on a wide range of equestrian-related issues and activities in Central Oregon.

Michelle Anderson’s story “Get Ready to Ride” offers tips on getting and staying fit for the saddle. She also highlights some special feeding concerns of which horse owners in Central Oregon should be aware.

Jeff Gates propounds the benefits of ground school in developing a well-mannered, respectful and trail-worthy horse.

Charley Engel leads a trek to Gray Butte in his “Ridin’ the High Line” column and offers a clinic on breaking a horse to hobbles.

Becky Coffield provides tour of some of Central Oregon’s Horse Camps.Kathryn Godsiff profiles Central Oregon Equine artist Dawn Emerson and Michelle Anderson features local high school equestrian teams as they launch into their action-packed season.

Carla Sperber covers the gamut in this issue — from the speed demon of the equine world, the Thoroughbred to the diminutive miniature horses that are growing in popularity.

Everyone who rides in Central Oregon knows that the area is growing by leaps and bounds. That means more traffic, more pavement and more urban riding. Gabriel Denison offers some tips on developing the skills of the urban rider.

The magazine may be downloaded on-line at http://www.cohj.com.

Central Oregon Horse Journal is available at The Nugget Newspaper offices, Sisters Feed & Supply, the Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce Visitor’s Center, Leavitt’s Western Wear, Ray’s Food Place, Coldwell Banker Reed Bros. Realty, RE/Max Town & Country Realty, at Black Butte Ranch and at other locations throughout Central Oregon.

For more information call 549-9941.