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Three Disciplines, Three Takes on the North American Youth Championships (And Why They’re Still Worth the Hype)

Three Disciplines, Three Takes on the North American Youth Championships (And Why They’re Still Worth the Hype)

Jessica Konopinski

In the last three years, 23-year-old American show jumper Natalie Dean has climbed a lot of podiums. In early March, she took third place alongside the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team,...

Three Disciplines, Three Takes on the North American Youth Championships (And Why They’re Still Worth the Hype)

Jessica Konopinski

In the last three years, 23-year-old American show jumper Natalie Dean has climbed a lot of podiums. In early March, she took third place alongside the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team,...

Are You Over-Bitting Your Horse? With Mette Larsen

Are You Over-Bitting Your Horse? With Mette Larsen

Jessica Konopinski

Worried you’re using a bit that’s too harsh for your horse? Mette Larsen says you aren’t alone. Not everyone has been through pony club or 4H or a pre-vet tech...

Are You Over-Bitting Your Horse? With Mette Larsen

Jessica Konopinski

Worried you’re using a bit that’s too harsh for your horse? Mette Larsen says you aren’t alone. Not everyone has been through pony club or 4H or a pre-vet tech...

3 Things You Should Know About Training a Hot, Spooky Horse

3 Things You Should Know About Training a Hot, Spooky Horse

Caroline Culbertson

For the last two weeks, we’ve talked about riding the dull, lazy horse. While I go into much greater detail in my Equestrian Masterclasses, I hope it got you thinking...

3 Things You Should Know About Training a Hot, Spooky Horse

Caroline Culbertson

For the last two weeks, we’ve talked about riding the dull, lazy horse. While I go into much greater detail in my Equestrian Masterclasses, I hope it got you thinking...

Black Riders Need Helmets That Fit, Too: Talking Head Protection with Caitlin Gooch

Black Riders Need Helmets That Fit, Too: Talking Head Protection with Caitlin Gooch

Jessica Konopinski

Growing up around horses, Caitlin Gooch (Black cowgirl, mama of four, and the energy behind @saddleupandread) says she always wore a helmet. She credits her dad for always insisting on...

Black Riders Need Helmets That Fit, Too: Talking Head Protection with Caitlin Gooch

Jessica Konopinski

Growing up around horses, Caitlin Gooch (Black cowgirl, mama of four, and the energy behind @saddleupandread) says she always wore a helmet. She credits her dad for always insisting on...

Ask Us: My Trainer Said Something/Did Something That Made Me Uncomfortable. Now What?

Ask Us: My Trainer Said Something/Did Something That Made Me Uncomfortable. Now What?

Caroline Culbertson

Many of us have experienced that knot-in-your-stomach, lump-in-your-throat, face-turning-red, feeling you get when someone has made a comment that catches you off guard and makes you feel incredibly uncomfortable. What...

Ask Us: My Trainer Said Something/Did Something That Made Me Uncomfortable. Now What?

Caroline Culbertson

Many of us have experienced that knot-in-your-stomach, lump-in-your-throat, face-turning-red, feeling you get when someone has made a comment that catches you off guard and makes you feel incredibly uncomfortable. What...

It’s Hard to Find a Top Show Pony These Days, But Don’t Be Fooled: A Resurgence Is Under Way in American Pony Breeding

It’s Hard to Find a Top Show Pony These Days, But Don’t Be Fooled: A Resurgence Is Under Way in American Pony Breeding

Jessica Konopinski

Big bows and tiny braids. A line of plump, multi-hued ponies, dappled coats sparkling like a basket full of equine Easter eggs. They move well. They jump with style. They’re...

It’s Hard to Find a Top Show Pony These Days, But Don’t Be Fooled: A Resurgence Is Under Way in American Pony Breeding

Jessica Konopinski

Big bows and tiny braids. A line of plump, multi-hued ponies, dappled coats sparkling like a basket full of equine Easter eggs. They move well. They jump with style. They’re...