NW Steel Design • Mark Bolender

Design • Build • Teach
Equine Facilities & Trail Courses Done Right

With decades of hands-on experience in the horse industry, Mark Bolender and NW Steel Design specialize in creating functional, beautiful equine environments built to perform.

From custom arenas and barns to thoughtfully designed trail courses, each project is developed with the horse and rider in mind—combining safety, usability, and long-term durability.

What sets Mark apart is his ability to not only design and build exceptional facilities, but also to teach and demonstrate how they are best used.

Through clinics and educational opportunities, Mark works directly with horse owners, trainers, and facility managers to improve confidence, problem-solving, and performance—both on the trail and in the arena.

In addition to his hands-on work, Mark is an accomplished author and educator, having developed books and instructional DVDs focused on trail training, obstacle work, and practical horsemanship. He has also contributed numerous articles over the years to Northwest Horse Source Magazine, sharing his knowledge with the broader equine community.

Karen Pickering, publisher of Northwest Horse Source, has personally participated in Mark’s clinics and observed his work over the years, offering a unique, firsthand perspective on his approach and the value he brings to both horse and rider.

Whether you are planning a new build, upgrading an existing facility, looking to host a clinic, or seeking to improve your horsemanship through proven methods, NW Steel Design offers a complete, experience-driven approach.

Services

• Equine Facility Design
• Barn & Arena Construction
• Trail Course Design
• Obstacle Course Development
• Clinics & Horsemanship Training
• Consulting for New & Existing Facilities

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