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Preparing for Your First Clinic

Wednesday, May 28 2014 by Editor

Are you going to ride in a clinic this year? Clinics are great chances to learn under skilled trainers and riders, but riding in your first clinic can be a bit intimidating

Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs

Tagged under: between the ears, devon, education, hopeful-amateur, may-22, notes from the field, pacer-pride, the classic insider, the hopeful amateur, tucker the wunderkind

The First Royal Windsor Horse Show Was Held in May of 1943

Monday, May 12 2014 by Editor

In May of 1943, the first ever Royal Windsor Horse Show was held, beginning an annual tradition still in effect today. Founded by Geoffrey Cross and Count Robert Orssich, the first Royal Windsor Horse Show was part of the “Wings for Victory” effort to raise money to purchase war bombers for use during World War II. The first Royal Windsor Horse show was attended by King George VI as well as Queen Elizabeth

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Tagged under: child, december-2013, february-2014, laurengallops, notes from the field, pony tales, the hopeful amateur, tucker the wunderkind

The Benefits of Summer Horse Camp for Your Child

Thursday, May 08 2014 by Editor

Is your child begging you to let them go to a summer horse camp?

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Tagged under: architect, beyond the track, february-2013, february-2014, higher education, hopeful-amateur, september-2013, the classic insider, the-barn-book, tucker the wunderkind

The Newfoundland Pony

Monday, May 05 2014 by Editor

Originating from the island of Newfoundland in Canada, the Newfoundland Pony is a hardy, well-tempered, and willing pony.

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Tagged under: Along for The Ride, classic, classic-equine, cool, higher education, november-2013, september-2013, show world, the-barn-book, tucker the wunderkind

Packing for Horse Shows

Thursday, May 01 2014 by Editor

Horse show season is here! Soon it will be time to load up the trailer and head out. But before you pull out of the driveway, you’ll want to make sure you haven’t left any important items back in the barn .

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Tagged under: between the ears, child-sidelines, cool, february-2014, in the irons, november-2013, show world, the-barn-book, tucker the wunderkind

Keeping Your Cool in Emergencies

Wednesday, April 30 2014 by Editor

If you work around horses long enough, an emergency will arise. Being able to remain calm and think clearly during an emergency involving a horse is an important skill to have.

Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs

Tagged under: classic, classic-equine, december-2013, education, february-2013, industry, notes from the field, pacer pride, september-2013, tucker the wunderkind

ROLEX: AFTER DRESSAGE

Saturday, April 26 2014 by Editor

It has been an interesting and somewhat emotional day in the dressage standings for a variety of reasons. Currently, American riders more than hold their own in the upper echelon of the standings.

Published in Lauren Gallops, Z-Blogs

Tagged under: between the ears, classic-insider, december-2010, education, february-2011, hallowed-place, notes from the field, november-2011, pony tales, september-2010, the-barn-book, tucker the wunderkind

ROLEX RIDE THE COURSE: Come To This Hallowed Place

Friday, April 25 2014 by Editor

Thursday proved to be stellar, fun, moving and meaningful for this journalist/photographer, who honors Rolex and the 3rd annual ROLEX RIDE THE COURSE with the royal rating of 10 “Crowns of Excellence”!!!!! ROLEX RIDE THE COURSE – Bruce Davidson (on foot), Gina Miles (far left), Lynn Symanshky (white top, third in, and yours truly far right front row (pinny #7) near the end of the Rolex Ride. Photo © Rolex/Kit Houghton Rolex, the sponsor of Rolex Kentucky 3-Day Event and the Rolex Grand Slam of Eventing (Rolex Kentucky, Mitsubishi Badminton and Land Rover Burghley), extended invitations via Merrick Haydon to six credentialed press, including yours truly, for Rolex Ride The Course. This is more than sheer enjoyment, it is also a huge privilege to mount up for a course ride with commentary from 3-day specialists: Olympic and Pan Am medalists Bruce Davidson, Gina Miles and Lynn Symansky.

Published in Lauren Gallops, Z-Blogs

Tagged under: december-2011, education, february-2011, february-2012, hopeful-amateur, november-2013, pacer pride, tails & trails, the classic insider, the hopeful amateur, tucker the wunderkind

Ensuring Your Horse’s Care When You’re Not Around

Wednesday, April 23 2014 by Editor

As much as we all want to be the ones to care for our horses all of the time, sometimes life necessitates that someone else step in. If you’re planning a vacation or some time away from the barn , you’ll want to make sure that your horse receives the same quality care that he does when you’re the one providing it. Here are some great tips to make it so that anyone can give your horse the care he deserves

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Tagged under: chasin', february-2013, february-2014, horse-basics, november-2013, pony tales, september-2013, tucker the wunderkind, wordpress-org

Maremmo

Monday, April 21 2014 by Editor

The Maremma, also referred to as the Maremmano, has descended from ancestors that lived as early as 768 BC. While the Maremma’s exact ancient history is largely unclear, the breed has made important contributions to both the farms of Italy and to the Italian forces in World War II.