“Shorty” Koger grew up in a chunk of Oklahoma so small they didn’t even have fences— cattle just roamed freely about the countryside.  It might seem an unlikely origin for someone who ended up becoming an icon in the equestrian and cowboy worlds.  But maybe it is less surprising when you get to know Shorty

When you have 72 hours to raise $750,000, during the time of COVID, and if you don’t, the renowned annual equestrian event you run will not take place, what do you do? Just recently, I had the pleasure of speaking to someone who knows the answer to that question from firsthand experience. Lee Carter, the

Equilume’s Stable Lighting is the newest innovation in lighting technology and provides biologically effective light in a system that replicates the benefits of nature’s environmental lighting for the stabled horse. When installed, this science-backed lighting system immediately acts to influence health, performance and welfare by naturally strengthening the horse’s circadian rhythms. A key proven component is the blue-enriched daytime light

The campaign proceeds will directly benefit Saddle Up!   FRANKLIN, Tenn. (May 20, 2021) – The nearly monthlong campaign Pony Up! for Saddle Up!officially surpassed its goal of $35,000 as of May 7. “We’re incredibly moved by the support we received through this year’s campaign,” said Tricia Ward, Saddle Up!’s development associate. “The funds raised through Pony

Pyranha, Inc.®, an industry leader in innovative ready-to-use insect control, the SprayMaster misting systems and equestrian grooming products, announced today a long-term commitment with World Equestrian Center located in Ocala, Florida. “We are thrilled to be selected as the ‘Official Fly Spray’ of World Equestrian Center.” said David Cunningham, Pyranha’s Managing Partner. “The opportunity to

Aleco: What is the best advice you’ve ever received? Anne: To follow my dreams. Aleco: What would you say to an up-and-coming rider as the key to success? Anne: The key to success, I would say, is to look for hard work. To look for work. Ask yourself, “How could I be better?” Honestly, whoever

A monthlong fundraising challenge and virtual derby FRANKLIN, Tenn. (March 10, 2021) – The Pony Up! for Saddle Up! campaign will kick off Monday, April 12, and run through Friday, May 7. The campaign will directly benefit Saddle Up!, the largest PATH International Premier Accredited Center in Middle Tennessee, changing the lives of children with disabilities through the power

The Equilume Stable Lighting System is a breakthrough in lighting technology that provides biologically effective light that mimics daylight for the stabled horse. But what is ‘biologically effective’ lighting and how can it help improve a horse’s performance? The horse’s ancestors evolved outside and were exposed to regular changes in light and dark and high