09/24/2026
An Equine Massage Clinic held recently provided 26 participants with an incredible wealth of information and plenty of hands-on experience. Clinician Andria Watson-Massie’s clinic was sponsored by the Central Oregon Chapter and free to chapter members. Five volunteers brought their very calm and patient horses as practice animals. Each horse was evaluated at a walk and potential problem areas identified. Using pet safe paint, Andria outlined the musculature and pressure points, then demonstrated the appropriate techniques, and finally helped every participant as they practiced. At the conclusion participants observed the horses trotting and agreed that their movements were more easy and fluid than in the morning. Huge thanks to Andria for sharing her amazing talents, to chapter chair, Gayla Nelson for organizing the event, and to Tracy & Mike Stout for offering to host the clinic at their gorgeous Wildwood Ranch. Appreciation also goes to Cathy Sewall, Sandy Short, Kim Crabtree, Sue Turner, and Laurie Maholland for allowing their horses to be practiced on during the clinic. Andria visits Central Oregon each month to provide equine massage, and can be contacted through her website: https://www.sensiblecowgirl.com. Sensible Cowgirl Some photos courtesy of Rylee Matney.
