Though it may not seem as altruistic as volunteering to teach children with disabilities to ride or to help an abused horse learn to trust again, there’s no doubt that volunteering at horse shows is meaningful to horse show...
Michelle and John won Hore Illustrated's Ride to the Roses Contest, sponsored by Horse Health Products.When I got the call and found out that I had won the Ride to the Roses Contest from Horse Illustrated and Horse Health...
If you ride an English discipline, chances are good that you own a pair of Kerrits breeches. We talked to Kerri Kent, who started the popular apparel company, to learn about her motivators and more.On learning to ride:
I’ve loved...
Life sure has a way of keeping us on our toes. While most of the time we feel like we have things pretty well in order, there are times that life can seem out of control. Whether it’s a...
Horses are wonderful companions, and they also make fantastic athletic partners! But there are a lot of equestrian sports out there—how can you decide which one is right for you? Why not try our just-for-fun flowchart and see where...
We all have different ways to show our horses we love them, whether it’s supplying them with their favorite treats, scratching their favorite itchy spots or simply sitting quietly with them while they munch on their hay. But there’s...
For many equine enthusiasts, there's nothing more beautiful than art depicting our favorite animal, the elegant, powerful, and noble horse. Donna Bernstein and David McEwen are two talented equestrian artists who manage to passionately capture the spirit of the...
When you walk into a new barn, you’ll immediately get a sense for the various equine personalities in residence. Sometimes there are obvious clues like a cribbing collar or a destroyed Jolly Ball—that horse must be a busy-body. Other...
Many horse lovers dream of someday having a child who will share that natural love for all things equestrian.
Lynette Erchul and her daughter Ellen of Minnesota are living this dream. Now 18, Ellen has been riding since she was...
Riders often cite fun and relaxation among the reasons they ride horses, and on the good days, there is no better way to unwind than time in the saddle. However, there is always an element of danger in equestrian...
