StableStrides: Equine-Assisted Therapy as a First Choice, Not a Last Resort
Friday, May 03 2019
By Britney Grover StableStrides has been an active force for good in Colorado Springs since 1981. Though it’s had several different names and has developed and expanded its programs over the years, the mission has remained the same: using horses to help people. Now, StableStrides has multiple locations fueled by more than 20 horses and
- Published in Sidelines Spotlight
Lisa Lourie: The Determination for Business and Breeding at Spy Coast Farm
Monday, April 29 2019
By Britney Grover Portraits by Isabel J. Kurek As a mother and ICU nurse, Lisa Lourie’s journey with horses began when her daughter started riding at 8 years old and Lisa decided to take up riding alongside her. Soon they purchased their first horse and pony, and began looking for a horse property. In 2003,
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Allison Kroff: Learning by Watching
Monday, April 15 2019
By Britney Grover Portraits by Kristie Nichols There are a few unusual things about Allison Kroff and her path to being a professional equestrian: She entered her first grand prix when she was just 15 years old, even though she didn’t ride, travel or show with a trainer — but that didn’t stop her from
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Adrienne Sternlicht’s Star-Lit Path to Self-Confidence and Success: Beating Mental Blocks to Claim the Team World Championship
Tuesday, April 09 2019
By Britney Grover Adrienne Sternlicht knows it takes more than wishing on a star to be successful. She knows it takes hard work, dedication, strength, talent, top trainers and the right horse. Mounted on her “horse-of-a-lifetime,” Cristalline, and trained by top competitors like Linda Langmeier, Laura Kraut, Nick Skelton and currently McLain Ward, Adrienne has
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Great and Small: Using Horses to Ensure All Know They’re Great
Friday, April 05 2019
By Britney Grover Some hope to find a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow. For others, it would be far more valuable to find a horse. Even just a few minutes with a horse can do wonders for someone emotionally, mentally and even physically — especially if that person or child doesn’t
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Stacia Madden: Raising the Next Generation of Equestrians
Tuesday, March 12 2019
By Britney Grover Portraits by Shelby Phillips The Beacon Hill Show Stables team is a pillar in the equestrian community with a reputation for developing top young riders. In addition to countless ribbons and top placings earned by Beacon Hill students, many have gone on to become professionals in the horse world, shaping the next
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Ruth Nicodemus: A Passion for Teaching the Passionate
Tuesday, March 05 2019
By Britney Grover Ruth Nicodemus hasn’t just been passionate about horses all her life — she’s been passionate about teaching. “My passion for teaching was instinctive,” she said. “I was the annoying friend who, while I was hacking with four or five of my friends at 12 years old, would stand in the middle of
- Published in General, Weekly Feature
Sam & Libby Edelman: From Horseshoes to Horses and Shoes
Tuesday, February 19 2019
By Britney Grover Portraits by Shawna Simmons There’s not much about Sam and Libby Edelman that’s ordinary, from their dynamic personalities to their 40-year partnership in marriage and business. They’ve been through highs like the creation of the timeless and iconic Sam & Libby bow ballet flat and lows like suffering a life-altering injury. Through
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Jeff Ramey and Melanie Peterson-Ramey: Living Life to the Fullest
Thursday, January 31 2019
By Britney Grover Portraits by Shawna Simmons Even at first glance, Jeff Ramey and Melanie Peterson are an equestrian business power couple: Jeff’s Ramard, Inc. makes game-changing supplements for horses and is used by famed riders like McLain Ward, Laura Kraut and Cian O’Connor as well as teams around the world; Melanie is a successful
- Published in Weekly Feature
Laura Kraut: Making Her Own Magic
Monday, January 28 2019
By Britney Grover Portraits by Isabel J. Kurek What does it take to get from pony kid to Olympic gold — wishing on a star? Unlimited wealth? The most expensive horses? Despite appearances, it’s far from a magic formula, can’t be bought and while it does take some special horses, it’s often a diamond in
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