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#TBT: 10 Things Skiers and Riders Have in Common
We’re an odd bunch, those of us who invest so much of our time and money in our sports. Whether you ski, ride, or do both, you’ll find that this list hits close to home. (more…)
#TBT: 10 People Who Make More Than Horse Professionals
Horse professionals aren’t in it for the money, which is probably a good thing. Long hours, demanding clients, testy horses and little pay — it’s all part of the job. Here is a tongue-in-cheek look at some folks who likely make more than horse professionals.
#TBT: Best Walmart Aisles for Horse Owners
Walmart can be mesmerizing and sometimes a little soul-crushing, but it can also be dead useful when you’re a horse owner. Here are the best aisles at Walmart to fill all your equine needs.
#TBT: 6 Realizations That Occur During a Clinic
Clinics give us the opportunity to learn so much. They also provide the opportunity for a number of somewhat painful self-realizations… (more…)
The New Equine Weather Report: Exclusively for Horses & Their Humans
“So why not the Equine Report? We could incorporate Accuweather’s excellent rain predictor tool which is amazingly accurate on exactly how many minutes I have left to sprint to the other side of the ranch, cover the hay with a tarp, and slam the barn door before the next downpour.”
#TBT: What We Can Learn About Parenting From Riding
“Parenting is just a lifelong lesson on how to stay with the horse. Finding your balance and creating rhythm. Keeping your heels down not by forcing, but by relaxing and sinking down into them.”
#TBT: Why Horses Are a Child Therapist’s Best Friend
Horses have so many gifts to give. Devin Morrissey elaborates.
#TBT: Trainers Say the Darnedest Things
“You look like a frog in a blender!”
#TBT: 11 Truths About Hay
The cornerstone of equestrian life.
#TBT: 7 Horses Who Are Winning At Summer
It’s hot out there! Let’s cool off with this #TBT post from the dogs days of summer 2014.
These horses have figured out the secrets to cooling off in summer’s hottest days.
The sprinkler:
The hose:
The pond:
The water tank:
At the expense of the rider:
Go riding!
#TBT: 9 Reasons Riding With Non-Horse People Is Awesome
‘Tis the season…
#TBT: Take This Quiz & Discover Your Spirit Pony
Don’t pretend you haven’t always been curious to know.
#TBT: When Being Right Is Scary
In a horse world in which it seems that everyone feels the need to assert their opinion, the opposite is also true: how do you back up your beliefs when a more experienced horse person tries to tell you you’re wrong?
#TBT: 11 Random Things My Horses Have Spooked At
A comprehensive list of equine silliness.
#TBT: 6 Signs You’re In the Honeymoon Phase With a New Horse
Not that I speak AT ALL from experience.
#TBT: A Letter to Santa From the Very ‘Best’ Dressage Horse
“Upon careful examination, I have determined that I’m fulfilling all of the requirements listed in the training pyramid, and Santa, because you might not be familiar with this whole dressage thing, let me explain.” A letter to Santa, straight from the horse’s mouth.
#ThrowbackThursday: NFR Broken Bridle
No bridle, no problem for the legendary duo Charmayne James and Scamper: watch this iconic run from the National Finals Rodeo in 1985!
#TBT: 8 Halloween Horse Costumes (For You)
Because you should never stop being a horse person.
#TBT: 7 Reasons My Barn Is Basically a Dream Home According to HGTV
The rest of America can binge-watch our collective guiltiest pleasure and plan all the ways they can add subway tile and shiplap to every room in the house. I’ve already got an HGTV dream home… on the farm.
#TBT: 11 Benefits of Owning an Old Diesel
From the proud owner of an old truck named Mr. Pickles.
#TBT: People vs. Horse People
There are people… and then there are horse people.
#TBT: 6 Truths About Owning Mules
Mules: 50% horse, 50% donkey, 150% themselves. Maria Wachter, lifelong mule enthusiast, explains.
