World-Famous Clydesdales Coming to Landrum Parade
Thursday, March 19 2015
By Jan Westmark I love the Budweiser Clydesdales – especially their amazing Superbowl commercials. One thing that’s just a little better then the “you-need-a-Kleenex” Budweiser Clydesdales commercials, however, is seeing them in person! If you want to see the Budweiser Clydesdales in person and you live or are visiting the Western North Carolina mountains on April 29th, then you are in luck! The world-famous hitch will appear in the Landrum Parade on April 29th just a few days before the Blockhouse Steeplechase that takes place in Tryon, North Carolina
- Published in Editor's Notes, Z-Blogs
What You Need to Know About Leasing a Show Horse
Wednesday, March 18 2015
With show season upon us, you may be feeling pressured to find your next show horse for this year. And while buying your show horse is a popular option, leasing your next show horse can also be an excellent approach. Leasing a show horse allows you to partner with a talented and competitive horse without taking on the financial responsibilities of buying a show horse
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
The Spectacular Life of Fernanda Kellogg
Wednesday, March 18 2015
Founder of Fitch’s Corner Horse Trials, Supporter of Olympic Riders and All-Around Devoted Horsewoman
By Rebecca Baldridge
It’s a gorgeous day at Winley Farm in Millbrook, New York, but Fernanda Kellogg isn’t distracted by the spectacular scenery. She’s in the … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Spotlight
Brittni Raflowitz Emerges as a Professional Rider
Tuesday, March 17 2015
By Dani Moritz-Long
Brittni Raflowitz was fortunate to grow up with America’s premier winter circuit practically in her backyard. Now 19 years old, Brittni is an accomplished professional who’s had the opportunity to learn from the best — including McLain … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
How To Continue Riding As A College Student
Friday, March 13 2015
Owning a horse in college can be a challenge, with its significant time and financial demands. Luckily, you don’t necessarily have to own a horse in college to keep riding.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Tips for Hosting a Barn Open House
Thursday, March 12 2015
With the completion of your barn, there is no better way to celebrate than with a barn open house. A barn open house can be open to friends and family, but it can also be a useful tool to bring in clients and boarders. When planning your barn’s open house, consider the following tips and ideas
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Features That Will Set Your Boarding Barn Apart from Others
Wednesday, March 11 2015
When planning your boarding barn, you will want to take measures to set your barn apart from other boarding facilities. If you’re opting to provide horses with the ultimate in care, safety, and luxury in your high-performance boarding barn, then consider adding the following amenities to your plans. Stable-ity Grids Mud is a frequent issue on horse farms, and not only is it a nuisance, it can affect the health of the horses you board. Stable-ity Grids provide a permanent solution to mud management and are perfect for installing in muddy areas of the pasture, particularly around pasture gates
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
The Chosen One
Monday, March 09 2015
Kelly Conner — Rescuing Horses and Saving Lives
By Taylor Renner
Despite the abundance of diversity throughout the equestrian community, we all share a common bond — a passion for horses. No matter how we choose to express this passion … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
How To Design an Indoor Riding Arena
Monday, March 09 2015
When you are designing your barn, you will want to carefully consider whether building an indoor arena will be part of the process. Indoor arenas maximize the amount of time you are able to spend riding during the year, and boarders are willing to pay higher prices to board at barns with indoor arenas. If you will be building an indoor arena, be sure to account for the following in your planning
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs