Tips for Taking Photos at Indoor Shows
Wednesday, March 19 2014
Have you ever tried to take photographs of horses and riders in indoor arenas ? If the arena is poorly lit, many of those photos probably came out dark or blurry. Photographing horse show classes held indoors can be a real challenge, but there are a number of things you can do to help make your photos the best that they can be
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Horse History – Jackie Kennedy Given Horse from Pakistan’s Governor
Monday, March 17 2014
On March 23, 1962, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis (“Jackie”) was given a very special horse. The First Lady, wife of 35 th United States President John F
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Tips for Lunging Safely
Friday, March 14 2014
Lunging a horse can be an excellent training tool. Lunging can help younger horses learn to balance and develop strength
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Show Day Grooming Tips
Wednesday, March 12 2014
Show season is starting up soon, which means that you’ll need to have your horse turned out and presented in his very best.
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Spotted Saddle Horse
Monday, March 10 2014
The Spotted Saddle Horse combines the smooth movement of a gaited horse with the beautiful appearance of a pinto. Today the Spotted Saddle Horse continues to grow in popularity as both a pleasure horse and a show ring competitor. History The Spotted Saddle Horse’s origins can be traced to Tennessee
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Mantras and Riding
Friday, March 07 2014
Do you have a mantra? Many people use mantras today in their meditation, work, and life. Have you ever thought about applying a mantra to your riding?
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Freeing a Cast Horse
Wednesday, March 05 2014
If you’ve ever seen a cast horse, it’s an image that you’re not likely to forget.
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Horse History – March 7, 1981 – Red Pollard Passes Away
Monday, March 03 2014
On March 7, 1981, Red Pollard passed away. Pollard, a racing jockey, was famous for riding the incredible Thoroughbred Seabiscuit. Pollard was born on October 27, 1909 in Edmonton, Canada
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How to Take Advantage of Winter Rides
Friday, February 28 2014
Riding can be frustrating in the winter weather. Poor riding conditions like frozen footing or brutally cold temperatures can make rides unpleasant and limit the amount of work that we can do with our horses. Whether or not you are lucky enough to have a barn with an indoor arena , it is important to take advantage of all of the saddle time that you can get during the winter.
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Goals for the Show Season
Wednesday, February 26 2014
Are you planning out the shows that you will include in your 2014 show season?
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