The Trait Du Nord
Monday, September 08 2014
Have you ever heard of the Trait du Nord ? This beautiful draft breed originated in the 1800s, yet it is endangered today and its future remains uncertain. History The Trait du Nord originated in the grasslands of the southern Netherlands, northern France, and throughout Belgium
- Published in Blogs, The Classic Insider
Busy, Busy, Busy!
Friday, September 05 2014
First Eventing Meeting The eventing team had their first meeting. The team got together for dinner at Mi Ranchos and we had a great turn out. We mostly focused our discussions on team challenges and tshirts.
- Published in Blogs, Pacer Pride
Breaking In Tall Boots
Wednesday, September 03 2014
You’ve just purchased a new pair of tall boots – congratulations! Now the oh-so-fun process of breaking them in begins. Breaking in tall boots is uncomfortable, sometimes painful, and even a bit frustrating.
- Published in Blogs, The Classic Insider
Is an Equine Community Right for You?
Friday, August 29 2014
If you’re tired of having non-horsey neighbors, an equestrian community can solve that issue. But before you look into moving in, you’ll want to consider the pros and cons of life in an equestrian community.
- Published in Blogs, The Classic Insider
The American Gold Cup & Sidelines Magazine Golden Photo Contest
Wednesday, August 27 2014
Win tickets to see the American Gold Cup! With the American Gold Cup will be here soon and Sidelines Magazine is honored to be able to give out five pairs of tickets to the American Gold Cup, held September 10-14 at Old Salem Farm in North Salem, New York. How do you win tickets?
- Published in Blogs, Editor's Notes
Missouri Fox Trotter
Monday, August 25 2014
A truly American breed, the Missouri Fox Trotter originated from crossbreeding various popular breeds of horses .
- Published in Blogs, The Classic Insider
Sidelines Blog from WEG #1: Let the Games Begin!
Friday, August 22 2014
Darlene Arrives at WEG! Photo by Diana De Rosa This is the first of Darlene Ricker’s exclusive blog posts for Sidelines from the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2014 in Normandy. One of the few journalists to arrive in Caen several days before the Games open, her initial report gives our readers a unique insider’s preview of what’s in store. The tunnel from which the horses will enter the arena. By Darlene Ricker Photos by Darlene Ricker, unless noted otherwise Tomorrow the curtain goes up on the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2014 in Normandy, in what is sure to be the most amazing Opening Ceremony in Games history
- Published in Blogs, Show World
How to Deal with Tail Rubbing
Thursday, August 21 2014
Have you ever walked into the barn only to discover that your horse was apparently rubbing his tail all night long?
- Published in Blogs, The Classic Insider
Follow the Foal: Dressage at Devon 2014 — Damascus
Tuesday, August 19 2014
Devon, PA (August 5, 2014) – Each year, the Dressage at Devon Breed Show hosts hundreds of well-bred colts and fillies.
- Published in Blogs, Show World
The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games
Monday, August 18 2014
From August 23 rd through September 7 th , top equestrians and their equine partners will descend on Normandy, France to compete at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games .
- Published in Blogs, The Classic Insider