The Tack and Equipment Issue
Boot ‘Em Up
Polo wraps vs. protective leg boots — what’s right for your horse? By Abigail Boatwright, Page 32
Arena Grooming and Maintenance
An excerpt from the book “Your Complete Guide to Equine Arenas” shows you how to keep your arena in peak condition. By Abigail Boatwright, Page 36
Saddle Up In Style
Find tips for matching your tack and gear for a unique look. By Katie Navarra, Page 40
Tack and Equipment Special Advertising Section
Select Barrel Horse News advertisers bring fun and functional items to add to your tack room this spring. Compiled by Blanche Schaefer, Page 46
Features
Your Horse’s Health: Dealing with Thrush
Identify and address this common hoof malady with tips from farrier Lee Olsen. By Abigail Boatwright, Page 14
Doing It Different
Maggie Wright uses her own life experiences to do things differently by going beyond traditional methods, empowering her horses to reach their full potentials. By Maddy Rohr, Page 18
Remembering Mel Potter
Legendary breeder Mel Potter honed a passion for pedigrees over the course of his 90 years, leaving behind a legacy that reaches across disciplines and generations. By Kailey Sullins, Page 26
Champions’ Corner
Charmayne James‘ Tips, Page 12
In Every Issue
Arena Record, Page 4
Arena Dirt, Page 7
EquiStat Insider Stats, Page 10
Behind the Barrels, Page 89
Barrel Racing Across the U.S., Page 92
Futurity Roundup, Page 94
Event Spotlights
Seen in the Arena, Page 51
Stock Show Rodeo Roundup, Page 52
GTBRA Perry Cup, Page 60
Elite Extravaganza, Page 66
Spring Futurity Roundup, Page 70
The Patriot, Page 74
34th Annual Dixie Classic and Konra Minniear Memorial, Page 78
NBHA News
Letter from the Executive Director of Barrel Racing, Page 81
NBHA Asheville Super Show, Page 82
NBHA State News, Page 86
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