Every trainer has a few favorite tools they rely on to get the job done. Even though different situations require different approaches, there are a few things I never leave home without. 1. Handy dandy loose ring snaffle on a…
I’ve been saving up since graduating college last spring, and a few weeks ago, I was finally able to buy my own horse to show in the AQHA all-around events. I did 4H and open shows as a kid and…
Craig Schmersal is to me like Aaron Rodgers is to my football crazed brother. I love reining. As a youth rider it can be hard to ride often. But even in my free time, I live in the world of…
In the equestrian world there are a lot of blood, sweat and tears that are shed to get to where we are or want to be. This truly goes for Eric Lamaze who is now a member of the Canadian…
It’s September and excitement is building. At this time of year guys in my class are busy watching and holding their breath for their fantasy football league players. Who’s fresh off of a win? Whose stats are on the rise?…
1) Write For An Equestrian Publication: Equestrian magazines, websites and breed journals are always looking for writers with a new perspective! If you have a passion for horses this is a great opportunity. If you are interested in contributing to…
Youth…… Young, motivated, fresh, hope, the future! I spend some time asking some very accomplished youth in the horse world to find out what motivated them and drives them to be successful with horses. I got some great answers from…
For vertically challenged riders everywhere, this video will hopefully make you laugh! Being short isn’t always fun and we understand the struggle! Don’t let size fool you though. It may be harder to get on the horse, but kicking butt…
Buying a horse is such an exciting and amazing thing. You are looking for a partner to share an amazing bond with. As a former trainer, I have sold and purchased many horses for myself and for clients. This is…
As equestrians, we’ve all heard the saying that cowgirls are crazy. Even if you aren’t a western rider, or so called cowgirl, all horse girls are deemed as crazy girls. As I was riding my palomino the other day, after…
I‘m not sure when it happened for you. Maybe it was early in life, perhaps it was later. Maybe you remember the moment, perhaps it is deep in your subconscious. But there was a moment – dust lingering in the…
Sometimes I look at my horse and think that the all the secrets to life are wrapped up inside her. She teaches me every day. Here are 5 things we can all learn from horses 🙂 Live In The Moment…
Horses teach children so many things, definitely more than 5! In this world of instant gratification, horses bring children back to basics and set them up for a great life and happy future! Here is a list of 5 things…
“Two years ago today I woke up at 3:30am, drank my coffee, and walked outside to the barn to start my day… It was a morning I was used to, for many years I would get up, head to the…
I can’t believe it, it actually happened. My lifelong dream of heading to Europe to buy a horse came true. It was exhausting and scary and I would do it all over again in a heartbeat. Here are some…
