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Horse People

The horse industry is full of stories about interesting horse people from various disciplines, breeds, and styles of riding. Read their stories in Horse Illustrated and Young Rider magazines. See how others triumphed over a challenging riding or training situation, interesting feats riders have accomplished, and how others have overcome the odds for a big win at an equestrian competition. Learn how some have spent their lives helping horses and/or riders, either through rescues, therapeutic riding programs, or through charities that they are passionate about. Find inspiration and connection from the lives of other passionate horse people, including horse owners, riders, and those who love horses.

Tamie Smith: Taking It To The Next LevelTamie Smith: Taking It To The Next Level

Tamie Smith: Taking It To The Next Level

Mother, grandmother, and winning 5* eventing rider—these three titles don’t typically go together. However, Tamie Smith, 49, is all of…

2 days ago
Ryan Rose: Creating Strong Partnerships Between Horses and the People Who Love ThemRyan Rose: Creating Strong Partnerships Between Horses and the People Who Love Them

Ryan Rose: Creating Strong Partnerships Between Horses and the People Who Love Them

Ryan Rose got bit by the cowboy bug early in life. "My love of horses started when I was a…

1 week ago
Sabrina Lewis and Her Crowning AchievementsSabrina Lewis and Her Crowning Achievements

Sabrina Lewis and Her Crowning Achievements

Speaking on a stage surrounded by the glitz and glamour of the Miss America Pageant, Sabrina Lewis stands out with…

2 weeks ago
There’s More to Horses Than Just RidingThere’s More to Horses Than Just Riding

There’s More to Horses Than Just Riding

Like many horsewomen, I started as a young girl obsessed with horses. Nights would bring dreams of riding across fields…

4 weeks ago
Riding a New Horse Later in LifeRiding a New Horse Later in Life

Riding a New Horse Later in Life

Four equestrians found themselves ready for a new horse after a lifetime of riding. Here are their stories. After years…

4 weeks ago
How a Horse Girl Stayed Horsey Despite Not Riding for YearsHow a Horse Girl Stayed Horsey Despite Not Riding for Years

How a Horse Girl Stayed Horsey Despite Not Riding for Years

After growing up horsey, Nancy still held on to her identity as a “horse girl” even when she hadn’t ridden…

1 month ago
Wendy Hofstee: Riding Around the World with Unicorn TrailsWendy Hofstee: Riding Around the World with Unicorn Trails

Wendy Hofstee: Riding Around the World with Unicorn Trails

Wendy Hofstee has a very thick passport. Three hundred thirty-eight trips to 156 countries—and all of those trips were on…

1 month ago
Double the Dream Come TrueDouble the Dream Come True

Double the Dream Come True

Marsha Hartford-Sapp of Southern Oaks Equestrian Center in Ocala, Fla., epitomizes everything right about taking the path of least resistance.…

2 months ago
Tik Maynard: Always Up for Another Horse AdventureTik Maynard: Always Up for Another Horse Adventure

Tik Maynard: Always Up for Another Horse Adventure

Tik Maynard has never been one to shy away from a challenge. He spent much of his twenties competing full-time…

2 months ago
Barn Banter – Episode 28Barn Banter – Episode 28

Barn Banter – Episode 28

Welcome to Barn Banter, the official podcast of Horse Illustrated. In Barn Banter episode 28, hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated…

2 months ago