This week: the 20 best variations of “You can lead a horse to water…” jokes on Twitter. (more…)
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Eventing Nation: What To Do During the ‘Deep Freeze’
Top eventer turned sports psychologist Abigail Lufkin shares some tips for upping your mental game out of the saddle. (more…)
Best of Craigslist: Camel (Or Whatever That Other Animal Is) Not Included
PLUS! A goat photobomb, an anti-Semitic outburst, an extremely negotiable trailer seller, some ridiculous riding, and a “red roam” for sale. (more…)
Friday Morning Feed from Ovation
When it comes to winter riding gear, Ovation has us covered from head to toe. (more…)
Eventing Nation: Remembering Biko
Yesterday the eventing community lost a legend in Karen O’Connor’s great Olympic mount Biko, who passed away at age 30. (more…)
#TBT: Top 5 Mistakes People Make When Buying a New Horse
Think you’ve found your dream horse? Before you write the check, review Callie Rae King’s “don’t do this!” checklist. (more…)
2014 Budweiser Super Bowl Commercial: Behind the Scenes
Hot farmer guy and the puppy-lady-next-door discuss this year’s commercial, which went viral after being leaked on YouTube yesterday. (more…)
The Secret Life of McKenna: A Little Perspective…
…goes a long way. Young rider blogger McKenna Oxenden takes stock of where the past two years have taken her–and it wasn’t where she expected. (more…)
Fit to Ride: Somebunny’s in the kitchen
Whether you’ve got a long day at the barn ahead of you or you’re trying to avoid greasy horse-show concession stand fare, Biz Stamm has a healthy breakfast burrito recipe you’ll love.
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Thursday Morning Feed from Fleeceworks
Almost Super Bowl time! No matter which side you’re rooting for, take a moment to cheer on the donkey in this old Budweiser Clydesdale commercial. (more…)
Eventing Nation: Crippling Blizzard Brings Aiken to its Knees
South Carolina got dusted with snow, everyone freaked out, and Jenni Autry just couldn’t resist making fun of it all. (more…)
SpectraVET Classic Performance of the Week: 1986 Eventing World Championships
Kate Samuels posted this video on Eventing Nation last week. Filled with thrills and spills, it’s too much fun not to pass along! (more…)
Your Turn: Sledding With Horses
Our friend Kyley DiLuigi from the Painting Pony blog shares the story of how she spent a recent snow day with her three Chincoteague ponies. (more…)
#TBT: Texts From My Horse, Part II
It’s a good thing horses don’t have smartphones, because if they did we’d all be in trouble. Carley Sparks shares a few examples. (more…)
Wednesday Book Review: ‘Color My Horse’
HN book critic Erin McCabe takes Bev Pettersen’s thriller/romance Color My Horse out for a gallop. (more…)
The Idea of Order: The Full-body Shake
It’s something all riders have experienced, but no matter how many times it’s happened to you, it’s always jarring. From Morgane Schmidt… (more…)
Budweiser Leaks 2014 Super Bowl Commercial
There’s a puppy, and a Clydesdale, and they love each other and nothing, NOTHING! is going to keep them apart. (more…)
#TBT: What Is This Thing Called ‘Presence’?
Unlike humans, horses don’t live in the past or the future — they live in the now. Callie Rae King explains how mindfulness can improve your riding and reinvigorate your life. (more…)
Wednesday Morning Feed from World Equestrian Brands
SmartPak recently review the Equilibrium Stretch and Flex Flatwork Wraps–here’s what they had to say! (more…)
Eventing Nation: The Perils of Being ‘Extreme’
Eventing is considered by many to be the most dangerous Olympic sport. When it comes to pushing boundaries, how far is too far? We look to other so-called “extreme” sports for an answer. (more…)
In My Boots: Riding through college
So you know you want horses to be part of your college life? Good for you! Now what? Alfred University trainer Kristen Kovatch shares some tips. (more…)
Hunt Report: Postcard from the Polar Vortex
Even a windchill of 10 degrees couldn’t keep a few hardy (or foolhardy?) foxhunters from Tennessee Valley Hunt from their sport last weekend. Photos/story by Gretchen Pelham. (more…)
Video: What Cow Now?
Besides obvious differences like color and spots, all cows kind of look the same. So how do cowboys know which one to cut out of the herd? Turns out, they have a secret language—and it’s hilarious. (more…)
Best of Craigslist: ‘3 horse trailer (PRICE REDUCED) – $1800’
If you’ve ever wanted to have your very own Barbie dream trailer, now’s your chance. (more…)
‘We Don’t Have Tack For That,’ Presented by ThinLine
Tiny-saddles-on-tiny animals edition, part II!!! (Sorry, ThinLine pads not available in size “tiny” at this time.) (more…)