Michael Dowling and Tucker Ericson: Enterprising Cousins Connected by Life With Horses
Tuesday, August 15 2017
By Carrie Wirth
Growing up, Michael Dowling longed to be at his cousin’s farm. Tucker Ericson, his cousin, introduced him to a whole new world – the horse world. Like Tucker, Michael became obsessed with the equestrian life. Years … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
Never Blue & Chef Jesse Roque: Family, Farming & Fantastic Food
Monday, August 14 2017
By Britney Grover
Despite its size, Hendersonville is a “don’t-miss” when visiting either Tryon or Asheville, North Carolina, both a short drive away. What the town may lack in area or population, it more than makes up for in charm … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Equestrian Destination: The Carolina Foothills: Tryon, Columbus, Saluda and Landrum
Thursday, August 10 2017
By Britney Grover
Madelon Wallace doesn’t just live in the Carolina Foothills; she protects them. “Horses brought me here,” she said. “I wanted a college where I could ride, and Betty Oare was the one who told me about … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Everything Eventing With Boyd Martin
Thursday, August 10 2017
Well known for both his fun-loving approach to life and his indefatigable work ethic, Boyd Martin has represented the U.S.A. in three-day eventing at two Olympic Games and two World Championships, and was on the gold medal-winning Pan Am Games … [Read more]
- Published in General
Mary Ellen Sencer: A Lifetime Hunting for the Horse of a Lifetime
Wednesday, August 09 2017
By Britney Grover
Mary Ellen Sencer first began searching for the right horse at 3 years old. “My interest in horses started because I was difficult in a car, like a lot of 3-year-olds,” she said. “So my grandfather gave … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Spotlight, Weekly Feature
Retiring From Riding: What’s Next and How To Succeed
Monday, August 07 2017
By Margie Sugarman
Margie Sugarman is a leading board-certified psychotherapist and sports consultant based in New York. Margie’s desire is to enhance performance through the connection between the mind and body, and her current client list includes Olympic, professional and … [Read more]
- Published in General
Poetry and Grit: A Barn That Makes Riding Work for Working Professionals
Monday, August 07 2017
By Sarah Maslin Nir
Say a prayer for the cowboy
His mare’s run away
And he’ll walk ‘til he finds her
His darling, his stray
But the river’s in flood
And the roads are awash
And the bridges break up… [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Show Jumper Brian Walker Answers Your Questions
Thursday, August 03 2017
Brian Walker, a dual Canadian and American citizen, has trained, worked and ridden alongside the best in the world over the last 25 years. As a junior, Brian won the Maclay Medal Equitation Championship in 2001. Brian has made a … [Read more]
- Published in General
Tali DeJong: Achieving Goals and Cherishing the Bond
Wednesday, August 02 2017
By Nicole Graf
Rising star Tali DeJong has loved horses as long as she can remember. Her mother rode as a child and when her sister began taking riding lessons, Tali decided to follow suit. She convinced her parents … [Read more]
- Published in General
Libby and Jules Anderson Team Up at Teamwork Dressage
Tuesday, August 01 2017
By Lauren R. Giannini
When you take a close look at Libby Anderson, her childhood certainly charted her course through life. A retired grand prix rider and FEI/USEF dressage judge, she’s still going strong as a trainer. Libby’s life with … [Read more]
- Published in General