The Math behind Pony Club’s Championships East

Pony Club Championships East August 6, 2012 (Lexington, KY) The excitement of the 2012 Pony Club Championships East is beginning to dissipate but the memories and fun will last a lifetime.  Members qualified in Games, Show Jumping, Eventing, Polocrosse, Quiz, Tetrathlon, or Dressage and competed in Lexington, VA on July 26-29, 2012.  Although there isn’t much math in riding, there were some interesting numbers this year in the hosting of Championships. 3 – Days of non-stop competition fun
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It’s Reining! It’s Pouring! Amazing Performance Horses!

I was so lucky to meet the Ingram’s while down training in Wellington this last winter. ONE, they are simply just a wonderful family, fun to be around, honest, nice and oh so welcoming. TWO, they have a super group at their stable full of some great Amateur (Non Pros for your reiners) riders.
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The Real Life of Coeur Dashian as She Prepares for the 2012 Dressage at Devon Breed Show

Coeur Dashian   Devon, PA (July 24, 2012) While many keep up with the real-life sagas of the Kardashians, it’s a bit harder to follow the early days of a foal bred for stardom in the show ring.
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Red, White & BOO To You Ralph Lauren! USA Olympic Gear Made In China?

While others were scoffing at the, albeit a bit out of this century, designs that Ralph Lauren spun for this years 2012 Summer Olympics in London. I was saying, HEY guys… it looks kinda kewl actually.
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Keep Cool With Hot Summer Animo Fashion

Here’s the long and the short of it! Animo apparel is totally functional riding apparel. In fact, their full seat paired with my Antares saddle is a seriously comfy ride and that’s saying a GREAT deal considering how massive a mover Hansel is! Animo apparel is sexy. Animo apparel is comfy AND I seriously wear my breeches with pumps and rocking top out on the town for dinner
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Who is P.J. O’Dwyer & Why Is She A Relentless Author?

I love spreading around awesome authors and am SO incredibly fortunate to get to communicate with so many of them! Enter P.J. O’Dwyer… Born in Washington, D.C., and the oldest of five children, P.J. O’Dwyer was labeled the storyteller of the family and often accused of embellishing the truth
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How To Clean Your Tack With Absorbine Horseman’s One-Step Spray, Antares Leather Oil, Soap & Cream, and Stübben Hamanol

I receive heaps of emails asking about tack care and specifically about saddle and bridle care. I’ve used a variety of products over the years and there are many super ones out there! My favorites are: Absorbine Horseman’s One-Step Spray – I love their continuous sprayers! Antares Leather Oil, Soap & Cream – They make amazing quality saddles and bridles and equally amazing care products. Scroll to the bottom of the link FYI.
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Real Horse Hair Jewelry By Ocala Country Ventures

I’m always on the look out for unique, streamline, equine-inspired items so when I came across Ocala Country Ventures I was impressed. When looking for jewelry, less is more to me and it seems Carol and Colleen at OCV design just that. They were kind enough to send me a few items to give away to fans so we’ll get started with that at some point soon too so check back here for details! WHO IS OCALA COUNTRY VENTURES
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Ears To Hooves Hansel Is Protected

I wouldn’t say Hansel is a full-on prima donna but he is a well cared for equine.
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I am preparing to get a horse. What would be some basic things a city girl like me should know?

I seriously have the kewlest fans ever! Allison sent me an awesome video recently and asked this question, “I am just starting out and preparing to get a horse, and my dad is an expert. But just in case, what would be some basic things a city girl like me should know that I need to approach the new horse with?” Well first off Allison
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