Category Archives: Horses

14 Arizona Winter Activities To Do With Friends and Family

Posted on November 30, 2020 by Fill Your Plate

By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern   Photo: Pixabay   Arizona has a unique winter season. The northern half gets snow and the southern half doesn’t, which, in my opinion, makes it the best of both worlds! If you live … Continue reading →

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Rodeos in Arizona

Posted on May 7, 2015 by Fill Your Plate

Rodeo is a sport that originated in Spain by Spanish cattle herders.  Spanish cowboys (or vaqueros) would challenge each other in a competition to see who had the best roping, riding and herding skills.   Much like today, early ranch duties … Continue reading →

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H-4 Ranch Presents the 4th Annual Driving and Harnessing Clinic

Posted on December 29, 2011 by Fill Your Plate

Don’t miss out on being a part of great clinic at H-4 Ranch in Payson, Arizona on January 27th and 28th, 2012! Our skilled instructors, Bill Brown, Brian Jennings, Dan Hanna, Daniel Stutzman & Tom Johnson will be at your service! This clinic will be a hands-on demonstration in harnessing and hitching. We will cover the proper fit of the harness and collars as well as hitching from a single horse to a team of 3 and 4 abreast, 4 up, and more.

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The Healing Power of Horsing Around

Posted on August 5, 2011 by Fill Your Plate

Equine therapy is becoming an acceptable therapy for persons with differing disabilities; from those with physical limitations, to children and adults who have been through traumatic events. The intuitive nature of horses provides the balance necessary to work with those in need.

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