Some of us are lucky enough to have flexible schedules and laid-back lifestyles, allowing as much time at the barn and riding as we would like. Others, not so much. Some horse owners are constantly having to squeeze their rides in amongst other thin...
Clinics are structured learning opportunities that focus on a discipline, approach, or topic (in this case, related to horses) that are intended to share knowledge, improve insight and enrich skills. The host clinician has spent a bit of time developing...
I think everyone’s definition of a heart horse is different. For me, it’s the horse that makes your heart whole. The animal that made you sing when you rode. The one that you could watch for hours. A heart horse is your best friend. My horse Annie w...
1) It's safer: The first reason you should not be on your phone is that it is dangerous to be distracted around a half-ton animal. Even the most bombproof horse spooks at times. Accidents can be prevented by paying full attention to your horse’s b...
Lights. Tires. Vents. Are you ready for your next trip with your horse trailer? To ensure the safety of yourself, your passengers and your horses, read on for a quick checklist of items from Featherlite Trailers you should review before and during your...
Knowing that winter is on the way, we all want to get the most out of our horses and riding opportunities in the fall. The best way to do this depends on what stage of your riding you are in. Hopefully, this article will help give you some ideas. I...
When fall begins to freeze the mornings and the sunrise smells like winter, it’s time to start prepping. It’s always better to start early than to mess around in the ice. Your horses and barn might be ready for all weather, but are you ready to tran...
The Project Horse. The Rescue Horse. The “Free to a Good Home” Horse. The “Tugs at Your Heartstrings” Horse. These horses are out there, in the market and in abundance. Why? Well, the economic downturn certainly created the need for many people to “rehome...
What Is Proper Hand Position? Obviously, that can vary depending on exactly what it is you are doing. I'm speaking in general terms to help someone who is learning to perfect their English riding technique. Proper hand position has our fingers clos...
One thing that everyone who is learning how to ride needs to perfect is tightening up your lower leg and deepening your seat in the saddle. This is an easy and fun exercise to work on improving this aspect of your riding. Why Do We Need A Deep Seat?...
“If you’re comfortable with remaining where you are and never striving to learn, grow, or take healthy risks, you’re missing out on true happiness.” - Cara Alwill Leyba, author of Like She Owns the Place Cara’s book isn’t equestrian-related but sinc...
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