Tag: Country Living
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Lessons in Liberty
STORY & PHOTOS BY JENN WEBSTER Did you happen to catch Equus, Story of the Horse on CBC (The Nature of Things) this past Sunday on TV? In this beautiful documentary that will feature over three hours with anthropologist-turned-filmmaker Niobe Thompson, viewers are taken on an epic journey across 11 countries and back in time […]
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Meet our Models
Have you seen our September/October issue of Western Horse Review yet? Photographed by the talented Shelby Simmonds of Twisted Tree Photography at Webster Ranch, WHR put together one of our most elaborate fashion shoots to date. Focusing on fall fashion, we had several wonderful people come together to bring this shoot to life. This includes […]
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Brain Injuries & Mental Health Symposium
Spruce Meadows along with the therapeutic product innovator, Back on Track Canada and leaders from the sport and emergency medicine community, recently announced the formation of a national consortium committed to increasing concussion and mental health awareness across the Canadian equine industry. Leaders from the western and English riding communities have come together to design […]
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Western Elegance
Have you seen the stunning western home we profiled recently in our July/August issue of Western Horse Review? If not, the issue is on stands now! Or better yet, get your subscription up to date here. This serene Albertan cottage borrows inspiration from minimalism and nature. Designed by home-owner Holly Fortier and Braemyn Homes, […]
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Style Report, from the Calgary Stampede
From pancakes to mini-donuts, to bulls and the midway – there are so many great things we can rely on the Calgary Stampede to deliver. And if there’s one thing we can guarantee to start conversations, it’s the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth’s spirited display of fashion. With the Canadian summer heat at its peak and […]
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Internal Parasites and Your Barn Cat
By Dr. Bronwyn Atkinson & Jennifer Council of Barrett Veterinary Practice Barn cats are an integral part of a farm/acreage environment and play an important role in rodent population control. Hardworking barn cats can be very useful to keep rodent populations in check as well as a pleasure to have around. So, how can we […]
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Yogurt Parfait Breakfast
Tired of horse show concession food? Here’s a healthy breakfast recipe you can pack to take with you, as featured in our May/June issue of Western Horse Review. BY MIKE EDGAR, PHOTOS BY TWISTED TREE PHOTOGRAPHY INGREDIENTS: 2 litre Jar 1 litre Greek Yogurt, plain 1 pint Strawberries, quartered 1 pint Raspberries 1 pint Blueberries […]
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A Country Easter
With (hypothetical) Spring in the air and Easter to celebrate this weekend, my kids and I needed some country-esque decorating inspiration. As such, we turned to Pinterest and found a few cool ideas we thought we’d share with you. After all, a snow storm outside plus time off school means this household needs a few […]
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Hudson’s Bay Point Blanket: A Brief History
By JENN WEBSTER Recently I had the opportunity to bring my mother a gift. I was really struggling with the perfect offering but when I came across a Hudson’s Bay Point Blanket, I knew my search had ended. Was there anything more Canadian? Growing up, I was always familiar with the multi-stripe pattern of this […]