Spring is here! And so is the Horsetrader’s annual focus on trails –- lots of great information for those who make trail riding so popular. De sure to shoot us an email if there is something you’d like us to cover in our “Trails Focus” inside our April 7 Horsetrader. Just send your idea to news@horsetrader.com

And…are you in a horse-related business that serves the trail horse folks? Then don’t miss our advertising specials to reach this passionate audience. In fact, you should call us right away to learn how our specials can “put you on the trail to a sale!” Deadline is Monday, March 28.

After the Trails Focus issue, our April 21 issue will have special coverage of two important events: the Norco Horse Week, featuring the remarkable goings-on at Horsetown USA April 18-24, and the Del Mar National Horse Show, which also begins its regal three-week run in late April. Call our office today for details: (760) 546-1184.

Yorba Linda Country Riders are celebrating 41 years of community service with their 2011 English & Western Show Series! YLCR offers fun & family friendly horse showing, with daily high point awards in 8 categories, awards to 1st through 6th place & great Year End awards. The shows run April 10th, May 1st, June 5th & July 24th & are held at the Phil Paxton Equestrian Center (formerly known as Buena Vista Equestrian Center). For a premium or questions, call Dee Dee at (714) 996-6321, email d2bridn@aol.com or see their ad on page 66.

Farrier Amy Hamilton is now located in Southern California and is accepting clients! Amy has an extensive background in shoeing AA-rated show horses for top farms and trainers on the East Coast, specializing in high-end performance horses, hunter-jumpers, dressage and sport horses for much of her career. She continues to welcome these elite equine athletes, as well as those from any walk of life. Amy keeps her skills and knowledge fresh by attending seminars, clinics and comparing notes with knowledgeable colleagues. To schedule your next appointment and to learn more, please call Amy at (530) 320-5816. See her ad on page 49.

With the largest selection of tack, supplements, English and Western attire in Orange County, American Horse Products will help you get more for your horse and also help you stay within your budget! They are conveniently located in the Capistrano Home Center, off the I-5 freeway in San Juan Capistrano. American Horse Products proudly carries trusted brands such as Purina, Manna Pro, Circle Y, Breyer, Farnam and many more! They offer a wide variety of products not only for horses & riders, but also for pets & livestock. Visit them Mondays through Fridays, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. To learn more, call (800) 500-0799 or see their ad on page 55!

Bring the family to the 22nd Annual America’s Family Pet Expo April 15-17 at the Orange County Fair and Event Center in Costa Mesa. The world’s largest pet and pet product expo will feature vendors, stage shows, competitions, demonstrations and 1000s of animals including dogs, cats, horses, birds and many others! The event will offer exciting equine entertainment and special equine clinicians Julie Goodnight, Julie Martindale and Margit Deerman. See the ad on page 82 for more info!

Horse Sense by Double K Industries is proud to offer their premium concentrated equine shampoo. Choose what works best for your horse: Horse Sense Ultimate – deep cleans and conditions horses of all colors; Horse Sense Emerald Black – for black or dark coated horses, helps eliminate red tones & fading; Horse Sense The Solution – deep moisturizing detangler-conditioner for horses of all colors; and Horse Sense White Knight for white or light-colored horses, a big boost to getting out stains and yellowing. Call (800) 821-9449 to learn where you can find Horse Sense shampoos, and see the ad on page 46.