My Soapbox for Equestrian Writings
Every once in awhile I’ve seen horses used in ads for high fashion. Now someone has collected these images on a single blog — La Cavalier Masquee. Some of the photos are truly beautiful; other show a true lack of reality. I guess the good news is there are none of Katie Price (Jordan)! […]
Read MoreTroxel has found a new way to focus on safety. The helmet company has done an outstanding job of bringing out helmets that are both safe and trendy. Now they want to see how you focus on safety. Send your favorite photo of you (or someone you know) wearing a Troxel helmet and you could […]
Read MoreI just found another local blogger who also audited the Mary Wanless clinic. Cool to get another opinion and discover what stood out to her. Lee Cullen, who writes Confession of a Struggling Dressage Rider, wrote: Yesterday, I audited the Mary Wanless clinic at Larkspur Farm in Littleton, Massachusetts. So…what did I think? I enjoyed […]
Read MoreThis wonderful video from the Green Mountain Hounds gives a very accurate portrayal of drag hunting — adrenalin, comraderie, tradition and lots of fun.
Read MoreIs my horse ready/suitable for hunting? I get asked this question frequently by my friends who would like to try hunting but are still nervous about the whole hunting environment. Galloping horses, hounds, varied terrain and jumping all combine to make even accomplished equestrians somewhat apprehensive. Read more.
Read MoreI really enjoy seeing wild life when I ride. Somehow being on a horse masks your “human-ness” to many wild creatures, cloaking you in the scent of your horse and making you invisible. On horseback I’ve been able to get within 10 yards of a buck sleeping under a tree . . . was able […]
Read MoreLast week was the first time I was able to hunt this fall. It was a glorious day at a spectacular location. The first half of the hunt was outstanding. Right up until the moment at the check when I realized Freedom was missing his right front shoe. Read more.
Read MoreHere’s a cool YouTube video that was prepared for a competition. Hope you enjoy it!
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