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.
Like many horsewomen, I started as a young girl obsessed with horses. Nights would bring dreams of riding across fields…
Four equestrians found themselves ready for a new horse after a lifetime of riding. Here are their stories. After years…
After growing up horsey, Nancy still held on to her identity as a “horse girl” even when she hadn’t ridden…
Wendy Hofstee has a very thick passport. Three hundred thirty-eight trips to 156 countries—and all of those trips were on…
Marsha Hartford-Sapp of Southern Oaks Equestrian Center in Ocala, Fla., epitomizes everything right about taking the path of least resistance.…
Tik Maynard has never been one to shy away from a challenge. He spent much of his twenties competing full-time…
Welcome to Barn Banter, the official podcast of Horse Illustrated. In Barn Banter episode 28, hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated…
The following is adapted from Finding Your Superhorse: 8 Keys to Developing the Horse That’s Just Right for You by…
Hooked on horses for as long as she could remember, Renee Genther grew up on the move, following her dad’s…
As the proud owners of Whispery Pines Percherons in Kingsville, Ohio, Sam and Kellie Rettinger have opened their hearts wide…