About the Nevada Equine Council

 A Nevada resident since 1986, Kathy has had a lifelong passion for horses. She enjoys refinement practice, biomechanics, classical horsemanship, and equine behavior study. Since 2016 she has owned and operated Team Yriarte Horsemanship, LLC alongside her husband, Daniel.  Facing local regulations that are not written with equestrian businesses or horse owners in mind for her business, and with the support and resources of the American Horse Council, Kathy set out to re-establish a state horse council in Nevada to focus on supporting the equine industry. 

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 Deanna was born and raised on the east coast, primarily in southeast Pennsylvania. She had her first pony at 5 years old and participated in 4-H as a youth, showing in both English and Western classes. She was also a polo groom for several years. In 2008, Deanna moved to Nevada and embraced the Western lifestyle. Now retired, she is an avid trail rider and does team sorting. Deanna became involved with the Nevada Equine Council because she is passionate for the preservation of open spaces, ranches and farms, and equestrian trails for Nevada's horsemen and women. 

 Samantha is a lifelong equestrian with a passion for trail riding and Nevada. She has completed three solo long-distance horseback treks across the state with her Nevada Discovery Ride project and is a member of the Long Riders’ Guild. She is the former editor of Sagebrush Rider Magazine, an award-winning publication focused on Nevada equestrians. Today, Samantha manages Nevada Horse Trails and works with a number of outdoor recreation nonprofits and agencies in the state. She is interested in promoting equestrian tourism in Nevada, and advocating for equestrians on public lands.