Horse Shows and Competitions
It’s Not About the Ribbons
As I sat down at my desk tonight to catch up on emails, I looked over the tangible results of…
Featured Video: Police Horses Do the Running Man Challenge
Horse Illustrated is proud to call Lexington, Kentucky, home. After all, it is the Horse Capital of the World, and…
A Day at a Schooling Show
Schooling shows are always fun. There’s nothing quite like the relaxed fun and camaraderie you observe there, with novice riders…
Featured Video: What a Wonderful World
We've been talking a lot about getting inspired to ride lately here on HorseChannel. One of the things that we…
Why You Should Volunteer at Horse Shows
Though it may not seem as altruistic as volunteering to teach children with disabilities to ride or to help an…
Non-Riding Classes to Enter at Your Next Horse Show
Would you like to participate in a horse show, but you can’t—or don’t want to—ride your horse? Maybe you have…
And Here’s Your Participation Ribbon
I was doomed even before I loaded my 25-year-old gray Connemara gelding, Wimpy, into the trailer for our first…
How to Get Over Your Horse Show Nerves
After months of work, your trainer thinks you're ready to compete in a horse show at a nearby equestrian center.…
5 Things That Make a Horse Show Judge Happy
I love judging horse shows, but over the years, I’ve come to recognize that certain things can make the job…
Featured Video: The Beauty of Senior Horses
It's foaling season, which means you're probably seeing a lot of adorable baby photos floating around. It's also the start…