Summertime Barn To-Do List
Thursday, June 04 2015
Summer is upon us, and so is the busiest time of year for many riders. Horse shows, clinics, and trail rides take up much of our day, but there are still important barn chores that need to be done. Here’s a quick to-do list to help you start off summer right
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Chenoa McElvain: On Her Way Up
Thursday, June 04 2015
By Laura Mullane
Chenoa McElvain has dreamed of competing on the U.S.A. team for the World Equestrian Games, the World Cup and the Olympics for as long as she can remember. A competitive jumper since the age of 6, Chenoa … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Ride Right, Eat Right
Wednesday, June 03 2015
By Lauren Blacker
My love of horses began like most others. Even before I allowed the training wheels to come off my bike, I was begging to get on a horse. Waking up at 6 a.m. on a Saturday morning … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
A Day in the Life: Jordan Pruiksma
Sunday, May 31 2015
This will be my first post for the “Day in the Life of…” segment.
- Published in Pacer Pride, Z-Blogs
How To Retrain an Ex-Racehorse
Friday, May 29 2015
Ex-racehorses are unique, and present different challenges when it comes to retraining. They’re incredible athletes, and while they’re quickly gaining popularity among riders, ex-racehorses aren’t for everyone
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Loyal Sweet Briar Community Fights to Save College
Friday, May 29 2015
By Lauren R. Giannini
“Holla Holla Holla Nothing That You Cannot Do”: Sweet Briar College’s cheer can double as a battle cry. On March 3, 2015, the 114-year-old center of women’s learning seemed to be tottering on the brink of … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Spotlight
What to Look for When Buying Horse Stalls
Thursday, May 28 2015
The horse stalls that you use in your barn are trusted with keeping your horse enclosed and safe. That’s a big order, especially when it’s your personal horse who will be housed by the stall
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Burn The Mortgage – Available for Adoption!
Thursday, May 28 2015
Burn the Mortgage (Photo courtesy of New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program) Burn the Mortgage (BTM), is available for adoption from New Vocations’ Lexington, Kentucky, facility. BTM is a 6-year-old, 16 h, dark bay Thoroughbred gelding. Adoption fee is $500
- Published in Beyond the Track, Z-Blogs
Design Tips for Your Horse Barn’s Aisle
Wednesday, May 27 2015
You and your horses spend a lot of time in and walking up and down your barn aisle. Constructed improperly, barn aisles can be a potential safety hazard. When you’re planning your barn aisle, consider the following tips to help keep both you and your horses safe
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Santa Fe Summer Series Official Program Advertising Opportunity – There is Still Time!
Wednesday, May 27 2015
Santa Fe Summer Series official program advertising opportunity — there is still time! (Photo courtesy of Equicenter de Santa Fe) Would you like to reach several thousand loyal consumers in Santa Fe this summer? Exposure in our program offers a unique marketing opportunity to a demographic that enjoys travel, art and dining, along with equestrian pursuits. Advertisers in the Santa Fe Summer Series Official Souvenir Program reach patrons who are passionate and devoted to the products and services that are supportive of the equestrian lifestyle
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs