Horses For Clean Water

09/20/2026

Ready to unlock a brighter future for your horses and the environment? By completing our 6-session Horse Keeping and Land Management Masterclass, you'll not only elevate your skills, but also receive our beautiful new Certified Sustainable Horse Property sign, proudly declaring your commitment to a healthier, more sustainable tomorrow. Sign up now at horsesforcleanwater.com/masterclass!

09/18/2026

Pasture management for horses sometimes requires a bit of a paradigm shift because it can seem counterintuitive. Join us for our six week Horse Keeping and Land Management Masterclass to learn how to improve the health of your pastures, and in turn, improve the health of your horses. Register today at horsesforcleanwater.com/masterclass. We start October 19!

09/15/2026

The 2026 Horse Keeping and Land Management Masterclass is officially open for registration!

The Masterclass is an immersive six-week online course designed to help you improve both your land stewardship and your relationship with your horse.

In this course, you’ll learn how to
• Design chore-efficient horse properties, including stables, paddocks, and fencing
• Reduce mud to increase chore efficiency, improve horse health, and prevent runoff that pollutes water
• Manage the 50 pounds of manure each horse produces daily without raising a stink, attracting pests, or creating environmental problems
• Prevent overgrazing and soil compaction to ensure healthy pastures next summer
Implement rotational grazing, along with choosing fencing options safe for horses
• Design a confinement area for your horse that includes equine enrichment opportunities
• Prepare for wildfire emergencies and make a plan to keep your home and horses safe
• Create an outdoor wash rack to help with water conservation
• Build an inexpensive trail course to enhance your riding opportunities at home
• Employ nature-based pest control measures like barn owl boxes for rodent control
• Make your winter chores easier and more time efficient

The six classes in this series are held on Monday nights, 6-7 PM Pacific Time. All classes are recorded and available to watch (or rewatch!) at your convenience.

Save your spot today at horsesforcleanwater.com/masterclass!

09/12/2026

If you’re looking for a way to fit more horses into your life, consider finding a horse rescue or non-profit riding program near you. Many of them are desperate for volunteers, especially if you already have horse experience, so donating your time and skills can be a win-win for everyone. Learn more about horse-related volunteering opportunities at https://horsesforcleanwater.com/volunteer-opportunities-for-the-horseless-horse-lover/



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09/07/2026

Even out on the trails, there are things we horse owners can do to reduce our impact on the environment and take better care of the land. Here’s some tips to get you started down the right path.

09/03/2026

09/01/2026

Washington friends, we're coming your way on October 3rd!

Join us for a FREE tour of Nettlebed Farm, where we'll discuss

• Confinement areas and mud management
• Manure composting and use
• Pasture rotation and management strategies
• Living on Griffen Creek and managing a streamside buffer
• Technical assistance and cost-share support from

Learn more at https://horsesforcleanwater.com/event/nettlebed-farm-tour-livestock-management-on-a-small-commercial-farm/

08/10/2026

Mark your calendars!

Join and Horses for Clean Water on Oct 3 for a tour of Nettlebed Farm, horse and cattle farm located in Carnation, WA.

Philipp and his family live on Griffen Creek, where they board horses, raise cattle and chickens, and grow eldeberries! Learn about horse keeping, livestock management, and creating a small-scale agri-business that’s in concert with the land. The family runs a retirement horse boarding business, they raise beef cattle and are developing their own small herd, and they grow elderberry flowers to produce and sell liqueur products. Philipp will share his experiences and the process he took to create the beautiful farm you see today as well as the support he received from KCD and how he stewards the environment alongside his farm.

Topics include:
• Confinement areas and mud management
• Manure composting and use
• Pasture rotation and management strategies
• Living on Griffen Creek and managing a streamside buffer
• Technical assistance and cost-share support from KCD

Light refreshments will be provided, please bring a water bottle. Dress for the weather and walking around a farm. The entire tour will take place outside. Register at the link in our bio.

08/04/2026

Our hearts go out to the many people affected by ongoing wildfires here in the western United States. If you don't already have an emergency plan in place, please please please take the time to create one NOW. Here are 5 quick tips for protecting your horses and your property from wildfire risks, but this is by no means an exhuastive list. For more details, grab a copy of our FREE Wildfire Preparedness Tip Sheet Bundle at horsesforcleanwater.com/free-firewise-resources. Share these tips with a horse person you know—you could save a life!

05/19/2026

Want to be part of something new and exciting coming from Horses for Clean Water?

We are creating a podcast! We're excited to bring you more science-backed best practices for sustainable horse keeping and land management in a format that's easy to access even on the go.

Our first season will be all about pasture management, and we want to make sure each episode is relevant to you and your horse property.

Leave your questions about pasture management in the comments (along with the state or province you live in), and we'll answer some of them in each episode! By commenting, you grant us permission to use your question, first name, and location in our recorded podcast, which will be shared on various online platforms.