Bridging the Gap
Lately, I have noticed a big gap in our sport. It’s a gap that has always been there, and I am sure that it always will be. However, I feel like there needs to be
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An Irishman Migrates South: Jamie’s Journey to the AECs
Johnny’s Private Collection, an Irish Sport Horse better known as Jamie, is a perfect gentleman. When we loaded him alone in the six-horse trailer in Minnesota, he settled right in like he always does when
...» Read More!Diving Right In
This past weekend I did something outside the norm, I actually left the farm for several days. And, no, I didn’t travel south of Tamarack to South Strafford, Vt. I actually left the state altogether!
...» Read More!Product Review: Professional’s Choice VenTECH Leather Open Front Jumping and Ankle Boots
There are some points in time when I feel like I’m just a complete and total klutz. On any given day, it’s quite likely that I can find a bruise on my arm or leg.
...» Read More!The Ups and Downs of Learning
It’s been awhile since I have written anything for EN. Life has been a bit of a whirlwind, and I feel like I’m running in circles most of the time. It seems to be typical
...» Read More!A 60-Day Challenge
I’ve never been somebody who measured success or progress in terms of days, because especially with horses, you’re in it for the long haul, no matter what. With starting young horses, it is common to
...» Read More!Best. Trade. Fair. Ever. (at Plantation Field, Of Course!)
While spending some time today at Plantation Field International CIC (otherwise known as the Best. Event. Ever.), I found myself drawn to their trade fair like a moth to the flame. It could be my
...» Read More!Traveling: FarmGirl Style
If anybody has ever offered you a “free” horse, you know the term “free” is a complete lie not really true. Even a free horse has to eat, drink and be sheltered, and if you want
...» Read More!Product Review: Omega Alpha Equine Minereq Vitamin and Mineral Formula
I’m not the best when it comes to remembering to take any kind of vitamin or mineral supplements. Mostly, I just forget about them entirely. Well, until I start to feel a little under the
...» Read More!Product Review: C4 Skinny and Classic Belts
I’m always looking for ways to add a little something extra to my outfits. Something to help make them more interesting, or just brighten things up a bit. When I’m thinking about my everyday clothes,
...» Read More!Patrick Billes Wins the Bareback Puissance at Aspen Farms, Shirtless
On Saturday, September 6th, Aspen Farms Horse Trials hosted the first Bareback Puissance for eventers in Area VII as part of the evening entertainment. Eleven pairs entered the competition sans saddles to jump the orange
...» Read More!GMHA Wraps Up the Year with Another Great Event
Fall in New England has officially arrived: leaves are changing colors, frost has appeared and pumpkins are the primary ingredient in any drink or food item. With the changing of the season comes our favorite fall
...» Read More!Dunnabeck Horse Trials Are an Area IV Staple
The coming of fall here in the Midwest is always a very welcoming time. The humidity finally dies down and a crisp breeze hangs in the air, which in turn makes you want to throw
...» Read More!Birch Hill Farm Supports Young Riders at GMHA
A big part of the GMHA mission is to educate future generations of riders. One way in which this made possible is through the generosity of sponsors, such as Birch Hill Farm, who provide funds
...» Read More!Winning Is Fun
This might be a little controversial, but in our family winning is fun. I once had a baseball coach tell me that on his team he wanted to make sure all the kids were having
...» Read More!Caitrin O’Shea: My Summer With James Alliston
I knew when I started my MBA last fall that I would have to do a summer internship. I told myself right from day one that if the internship was west of the Rocky Mountains,
...» Read More!Julie Howard: Confessions of a ‘Master’ Event Rider – What Is Sportsmanship?
Julie Howard is back with more confessions of a Master Event Rider. This time around, she addresses the idea of sportsmanship and how she has changed her definition of it. What thoughts would you add
...» Read More!Product Review: Redmond Daily Red Equine Minerals
During the hot days of Summer, I find it easier to stay hydrated. Particularly on those days when it feels like I am sweating buckets just from walking out the back door and down to
...» Read More!Collegiate Eventers Gearing Up for Chatt Hills Team Challenge
From Shelby: In the past few years we have all watched collegiate eventing rapidly grow. Today, colleges from all over the country are represented in the eventing community. Each semester, these college teams come together
...» Read More!Congratulations to the King Oak H.T. Winners
The fall King Oak horse trials has come and gone. Unfortunately I was unable to ride in this event, however I heard besides the sweltering heat, the event was a blast! King Oak is one
...» Read More!Jessica Hart: What I Learned at ‘Denny’ Camp
Jessica Hart, brought the world her “Mean Girl Pants” last summer. She’s an amateur eventer currently competing at Training Level and working hard to move up to Prelim…soon? She owns two magnificent horses, a 9-year-old
...» Read More!The Eventer’s Guide To: Sleeping On the Go
As a 15 year old who lives in the middle of Pennsylvania, at least four hours from every event (and almost everything else!), I have become quite good at sleeping in/at numerous locations; cars, tables,
...» Read More!Breeding Event Horses: Future Generations and a Twenty Year Plan
Most breeders of horses don’t breed for the event market, as OTTBs are often the mounts of choice for eventers. However, lately more purpose-bred event horses are offered for sale in the U.S. Gone are
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