Caitlyn Silliman and her mare Catch a Star are defying the odds after last year’s True Prospect Farm fire. Samantha Clark shares a moment with them at The Fork. (more…)
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Adoptable Horse of the Week: ‘Duncan’
Duncan is feisty and a little stubborn… until you give him a job to do. Learn more about this special pony, based at our April featured rescue Longmeadow Rescue Ranch near Union, MO. (more…)
Definition of the Day + Pop Quiz: ‘Tramp stamp’
Tramp stamp (n.): an emblem branded onto a horse’s hindquarters signifying breed registry approval.
Clinic Report: Joe Meyer clinic in Pipersville, PA
Helene Gallagher submits this glowing review and photo essay of a clinic with New Zealand eventer and Olympian Joe Meyer. Thanks, Helene! (more…)
Your Turn: Spring flings
After being stuck in the indoor for a long Minnesota winter, 16-year-old Emily Kelly’s first “outside” ride of the spring is always rather exciting. At least she lived to tell about it. (more…)
The Aiding & Abetting Amateur: Thoughts from the in-gate
Our eye on the h/j scene is freshly returned from a horse show in Ocala, where she compiled these tips for surviving the AA-circuit experience. (more…)
Video du Jour: Frank Madden equitation clinic
Wanna train with Frank Madden? Get in line. In the meantime, check out this excerpt from his DVD Fundamentals for Better Rideability available at EquestrianClinics.com. (more…)
The Secret Life of McKenna & Dorito: Chomping at the bit
This week, Horse Nation’s teen sensation McKenna takes a look back to see how far she’s come and gets seriously excited about where she’s going from here. (more…)
Everyday Conditioning: Making a gameplan
Getting from Point A (present moment) to Point B (The Big Show) can seem less daunting if you do a little pre-planning. Katie Passerotti explains how to make your calendar work for you. (more…)
Deep Thoughts by Horse Nation
“Speak your mind, but ride a fast horse.” –Anonymous
Do you have a Deep Thought you’d like to share with Horse Nation? Email it to [email protected]. (more…)
Thursday Morning Feed
Spring has sprung, and it’s impossible not to feel the electricity in the air as show season is officially upon Horse Nation.
EN Today: KESMARC explosion follow-up
JER investigates the tragic hyperbaric oxygen chamber explosion that occurred Feb. 10 in Ocala, which claimed the lives of an employee and a horse. (more…)
Horse Freaks & Freak Horses: World records edition
Clutter up your brain with these completely useless and random yet fascinating bits of equine trivia, collected from the Guinness Book of World Records. (more…)
And the SmartPak Equine Planking Contest finalists are…
After 48 hours of deliberation, our bunny judging panel has narrowed the contest’s amazing pool of submissions down to 10 finalists. Now it’s up to you, Horse Nation, to decide the winner. (more…)
April Featured Rescue: Longmeadow Rescue Ranch
Each month, HN partners with SnarkyRider.com to shine the spotlight on a deserving horse rescue. This month’s rescue is Longmeadow Rescue Ranch, located near Union, MO. (more…)
The Idea of Order: A horse comic
HN’s illustrious illustrator Morgane Schmidt is back this week with a a new edition of her hilarious comic. (more…)
Fit to Ride: Somebunny’s in the kitchen
Whether you’ve got a long day at the barn ahead of you or you’re trying to avoid greasy horse-show concession stand fare, Biz Stamm has a healthy breakfast burrito recipe you’ll love. (more…)
Deep Thoughts by Horse Nation
“How do you catch a loose horse? Make a noise like a carrot.” –British cavalry joke
Do you have a Deep Thought you’d like to share? Email it to [email protected]. (more…)
Wednesday Morning Feed from World Equestrian Brands
So, I ran a marathon over the weekend (I use the word “run” VERY loosely.) It was probably a bad idea, my knees are hanging on by a thread, but I thought I’d give it one last try. (more…)
EN Today: Why Michigan eventers are seriously cool, or the Sinead Halpin clinic recap
EN’s Ali Smallpage brings us this report from a Sinead Halpin clinic at Cobblestone Farm in Michigan. (more…)
Blog Spotlight: ‘A Fat Girl & A Fat Horse’
To kick off our new series on awesome rider blogs, may we direct you to our first blog spotlight, A Fat Girl & A Fat Horse: A blog for plus-sized riders. (more…)
Horses on TV: ‘Heartland’
The TV series Heartland has everything you could want from a horse flick: headstrong girl, hot stable hand, family drama and a pretty backdrop. And HN film critic Amanda Ronan is eating it up. (more…)
Video du Jour: Ed being naughty
Today’s video suggestion comes from reader Brittney Long, who writes, “Whenever I am having a bad day, I just have to watch this pony/adorable little boy combo to turn it around!” (more…)