Laura Emert recounts the importance of horses — and haircuts! — as she works to stay sane after contracting COVID-19 and dealing with the subsequent lockdown. (more…)
Since it looks like COVID-19 and the resulting mask requirements are here to stay — at least for a while — you might as well have a mask or two that reflects your love of horses. Our friends at Eventing Nation have rounded up some of their favorites. (more…)
In a move to put the safety of employees, exhibitors and attendees first, the 2020 All American Quarter Horse Congress has been cancelled due to concerns surrounding COVID-19. (more…)
The FEI has published its Policy for Enhanced Competition Safety during the COVID-19 Pandemic to help organizers of all FEI events held after July 1, 2020. (more…)
“My COVID apprehension melted after having time in open space and having safe-distance time around people who nurture my healthy soul.” Barn closures vary from state to state and barn to barn. Here’s a brief look at what some barns are doing and how it affects riders. (more…)
Amid the stress of COVID-19, many horse owners have questions about how the virus affects them and their horses. Fortunately, SmartPak is here to help address those concerns. (more…)
“Despite all the turmoil and anxiety and restlessness and Facebook overshares, I have been so completely and utterly surprised by the good I see people doing… For every person looking to profit from the woes of the world, I see so many more who are working to do genuine good.” (more…)
Some of us are beginning to feel quite cooped up while we’re quarantined at home. Fortunately, Ashley Francese has multiple suggestions on things we can do to keep busy. Take it away, Ashley… (more…)
The Tokyo Olympics will now commence on July 23, 2021 and close on August 8, 2021, nearly exactly one year after their originally scheduled dates. (more…)
Every week Horse Nation teams up with Ovation Riding to recognize those doing good in the horse world. This week we recognize Laura Rayne, who has switched her business from horse blankets to making medical masks. (more…)
“Going to the barn might be considered ‘non-essential.’ Going to the barn feels essential to me.” We all are grappling with how we handle riding, not riding, going to the barn, and not going to the barn.
As we struggle to navigate the uncharted waters in which we find ourselves amidst COVID-19, determining the best practices for equine businesses is difficult. Here is some helpful advice for equestrian business owners. (more…)
