The 2026 Western States Horse Expo returns to the beautiful Murieta Equestrian Center June 5-7, and this year’s offerings are fantastic. Since 1998, the Western States Horse Expo has brought the very best in events and activities to enhance our equine lifestyles. From partnering with the top clinicians and trainers in the world, to the many events, demonstrations, horse shows and activities included with an admission ticket, the Horse expo Experience is unparalleled in the industry. Immerse yourself in the latest training and education from the best names in the industry, shop premier equine vendors, discover a new breed or riding discipline and connect with your horse friends. Attending the Western States Horse Expo is a low-cost, high quality way to stay engaged in the horse industry, making sure you have the tools, knowledge and products to help make the most of your equine passion year-round!
Since 2019, the Western States Horse Expo has had a new home at the Murieta Equestrian Center in Rancho Murieta. Only 25 miles east of downtown Sacramento and gateway to scenic vineyards and wineries of the Sierra foothills, Rancho Murieta and the MEC facility offers a beautiful, horse friendly setting that you are sure to love. Headlining clinicians this year include Steffen Peters, Julie Goodnight and a line-up of others across breeds and disciplines. We sure to see the Western States Horse Expo ad on page 2, and visit the event’s website at www.horsexpo.com for schedule updates.
“Hoofing it!” has special meaning this month at Hooves And Paws this month — for horses AND humans. In advance of the Apple Valley-based big summer sale, Hooves And Paws is having its first “Horse and Human Boot Sale!”. For both the rider and the horse, Hooves And Paws has an unmatchable selection of top-quality boots that offer the best functionality, comfort, durability and style. Save $5 on $50 or $15 on $100 purchases! If you are looking for a new pair of riding boots for yourself or performance boots for your horse, be sure to check out the in-store and online inventory. See the Hooves And Paws display ad on page 9 or visit hoovesandpaws.com.
And while you are there, take advantage of the store’s “Fly Protection Sale” and gear up for fly season. From products like fly sprays and wound ointments to gear like fly masks and socks, the selection is huge from all major brands. Buy two products and get $10 off all month long. Again, see the ad on For more info, see the Hooves & Paws ad on page 9 or visit hoovesandpaws.com.
From its inception, Castlebrook Barns has been a symbol of excellence in the horse barn industry. Castlebrook understands that the safety and comfort of our horses is of utmost importance, and as a leader in horse barn manufacturing, Caetlebrook utilizes the highest quality materials and the latest technology to create the best barn available. This month, Castlebrook has a trio of specials, including a four-4-stall raised center aisle barn starting at $39,700, a four-stall shedrow barn starting at $32,750, and a 50-foot covered round pen at $71,000. Check our the Castlebrook Barns ad on page 5, and to learn more about the specials, call them at (800) 522-2767 or visit castlebrookbarns.com
They are coming! As we know, flies and mosquitoes create many problems for the equine community, including (but not limited to) stress and stress-related injuries, West Nile Virus and Pigeon Fever, wounds and infections from biting flies, not to mention the well-know truth that they create an uncomfortable environment in which to ride and train! Fly Guard has solutions for both your indoor barn environment and areas that are not enclosed (or do not have power). For barns, shedrows and mare motels, Fly Guard’s FG96 automatic, overhead spray system sprays Fly Guard’s own specially formulated blend of pyrethrin-based solution that kills and repels flies and other flying insects. The FG96’s versatility allows the overhead lines and nozzles to be attached to any type of roof line, supported by professionally installed cables, or even trenched in between buildings to spray detached pens or other buildings. For more info, see the Fly Guard ad on page 11, or call 800/811-1039 to get a friendly recommendation for your facility. This online video on the Flyguard’s website is insightful, too, and has videos!
If trail riding and a little springtime camping with your horse punches your ticket, then plan to join the great folks at Equestrian Trails, Inc. for their annual ETI National Spring Ride. This year’s four-day event, scheduled June 11-14, will be at the Chihuahua Valley Horse Camp in Warner Springs. It’s an awesome facility that has individual sites with corrals, water, shade as well as an arena, round pen, wash rack and showers. The ride is a good time, and there is good eating, too — delicious food is catered by the event’s famous cook shack crew.
For more information, contact ride chair Nikki Ahten at her email address of office@etinational.com. Deadline for registration is May 31 for members and May 15 for non-members. See the ETI ad on page 26
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