From the Editor...
With a new Congress in session, the PAST Act faces starting over again. Read the important advocacy update written by Jo Ellen Hayden for details on where we are and where we need to go. We face yet another long road. This issue has three different stories of women who found their way to gaited horses. Each story is unique but shows the undeniable bond between horse and human. Everyone has a story. What’s yours? We would love to share it with our readers. Please reach out on social media or email me at editor@fosh.info. If showing is your style, there are a variety of shows listed for 2023 in this issue. Please participate, go and watch, volunteer or just help spread the word about these competitions that showcase our beautiful, naturally gaited horses. That’s how we raise awareness – one person at a time.
Spring is trying to arrive in many parts of the country. The cover of this issue is a beautiful representation of the colors and warmth that spring promises.
While it may still look like a long way off, spring is coming, I promise. So get out there and enjoy the longer days with your horses.
But what a wild winter it’s been for so many people, and it’s not done yet! If you are one of the many that have been impacted by all the snow, flooding, cold or otherwise wicked weather this winter, you have my upmost sympathy! I hope everyone can Stephanie J. Ruff come out on the other side soon and Editor in good shape. editor@fosh.info
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