My Soapbox for Equestrian Writings
On a very cold February day it was fun to watch this American Pharoah colt enjoy the spring weather with his dam. Last week we had record highs — mid 60s and even low 70s. Today the high was 17 and with the wind chill it felt more like 2. What happened to spring?
Read MoreTonight we are expecting temperatures to drop to about zero, with gusting winds that will make it feel even colder. I’m not really ready for winter. Yesterday it was 40 degrees and sunny! This evening I bundled up the horses in their blankets, fed some extra hay and made sure they had plenty of water. […]
Read MoreYesterday we enjoyed breathtaking fall foliage and an excellent day of hunting. There was a light drizzle when we started but it did nothing to diminish the color, it just added some atmosphere. Freedom is still sidelined so Zelda stepped up and gave me a great day. While last week she was quite naughty, this […]
Read MoreWhile not technically a visor for an equestrian helmet, here’s a very clever way to dress up your hard hat and get some shade at the same time. All you need is your helmet, a straw hat, tape (and decorations) and your imagination. If you are on Facebook, you can find the directions along with […]
Read MoreToday was the first day that I encountered deer flies out on the trails. That’s a sign that I’ll be riding less frequently in the woods for the next month or so, sticking to the open fields which are relatively bug free, but hot. After my first ride on Freedom, I was already tired of […]
Read MoreAfter a weekend of bad news, it’s time for some good news. William Fox-Pitt is riding again, competing again, feeling better and aiming for Rio.
Read MoreWhat a race! Nyquist continued his winning streak running just the way he likes — right off the pace in the front of the field. Jockey Mario Gutierrez gave him a perfect trip. “He will not allow any other horse pass him,” he said. “He’s the kind of horse that always has something left for […]
Read MoreI wear a helmet every time I ride. Without exception. But I know plenty of people who don’t. I’ve heard a lot of reasons why. “I don’t need to wear a helmet unless I’m jumping.” Nope, I had a horse fall down once when we were walking down a hill, I was glad to be […]
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