New Zealand eventer Andrew Nicholson has so many **** horses, he had to kick one off his plate. Britain’s Oliver Townsend got the ride on Armada, a 13-year-old gelding owned by Paul Ridgeon. (more…)
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Morning Feed: Wednesday, February 15
Happy hump day, Horse Nation! Man oh man, do we have some exciting stuff lined up for you today. (more…)
EN Today: Horsey Hotties
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, we’re loving Samantha Clark’s Eventing Nation interview with Ginny Rose, creator and owner of the Horsey Hotties dating website. (more…)
Midlife Crisis: The adventures of a thirtysomething first-time horse owner
At age 32, Amanda Smith bought herself something she’d been wanting her entire life: a horse. Today, she pens a tribute to Horse Husbands. (more…)
Valentine’s Day Special: Horse Nation has been very, very naughty
Horses have taken over every other area of your life, you might as well let them in your bedroom, too. Here are a few Valentine’s Day ideas. (more…)
True Confessions: ‘I was having a great honeymoon… until I started missing my horse’
When newlywed bliss wore off and “the itch” started taking hold, Amanda Ronan dragged her new hubby to a trail-riding stable–hilarity ensues. (more…)
Winner’s Circle: Hahahorses.com
And eye-eye-eyeeee
Will always
Love You……
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‘Full Metal Jousting’ premier does OK in ratings battle vs. Grammies, that zombie show
1.9M viewers tuned in to the History Channel on Sunday night for the premier. (more…)
Morning Box of Chocolates: Tuesday, Feb. 14
Happy Valentine’s Day, Horse Nation! Will you be our valentine? Check ‘yes’ or ‘no.’ (more…)
If you don’t think this is cute, you probably don’t have a soul
Just sayin’. Presenting: The latest nauseatingly adorable email sensation to land in my inbox–thanks, Samantha, for the tip. (more…)
Cavalia’s ‘Odysseo’ sets up camp in Miami
Members of the press turned out today to gawk at the colossal venue that will house Odysseo, set to premier in Miami on Feb. 29. (more…)
As the Hotwalker Turns: A new column by Katy Groesbeck
Katy, a 22-year-old event rider from California, writes from the perspective of a young professional in the sport who has no idea where life is going to take her next. (more…)
Indigo Wins Blue: Margie Engle sweeps Florida World Cup leg
The stakes were high in Wellington on Saturday night but Engle and Indigo managed to hold off the competition and win the $125,000 World Cup Qualifier Grand Prix at FTI WEG. (more…)
Equine Body Work: 3 simple stretches to keep your horse loose, limber and happy
Sarah Orloff, an equine massage therapist, shows Biz Stamm some DIY techniques. (more…)
Winner’s Circle: Hahahorses.com
Winning caption: “Pardon me, would you have any Grey Poupon?” –H1x
Runner’s up: (more…)
EN Today: ‘The Weekend That Was’
It was a tough weekend for eventing, but there were some bright spots as well. John takes a moment to reflect on both ends of the spectrum. (more…)
Adopt-a-Mustang: Inside a Texas BLM auction
Amanda Ronan gives us an overview of the adoption system and the paradox it presents. (more…)
Amateur Spotlight: Amanda Sharritt
Here at Horse Nation, our hats are permanently off to adult amateurs. Today, we’re shining the spotlight on Amanda Sharritt, a dedicated eventer, globe-trotter and mom-of-3. (more…)
News: Despite financial aid, WEG finished 2010 in the red
“Money pit” might be an apt descriptor for the 2010 WEGs, according to a story published over the weekend in the Lexington Herald-Leader. (more…)
Video du Jour: The most disturbingly adorable thing you’ll see all day
A pony dressed as a lion performing dressage-themed circus tricks in hand. (more…)
Morning Feed: Monday, February 13
Happy Monday, Horse Nation! Hope the weekend left you refreshed and feeling ready to take on the world. (more…)
Feeling inspired? Close your laptop and pack your bags
If this weekend’s travel stories left you itching for an adventure of your own, Laura Cox has a suggestion for you: Just do it. Equitrekking can help. (more…)
Budget Equestrian Vacation: Visit a National Park
We know what you’re thinking: Wow! All these equestrian vacations sound amazing! It’s too bad I’m broke! Amanda Ronan offers this alternative. (more…)
Stable, er, Yard: A guide to speaking ‘horse’ in the UK
Jessie Widner, a Canadian college student who is currently spending a semester abroad in London, breaks down the language barrier. (more…)
McKenna Does Alaska: And ‘vaguely remembers’ it
Horse Nation’s 15-year-old wunderkind McKenna Oxenden hasn’t been on any exotic horse treks or overseas adventures, yet, but she did ride a horse in Alaska once. (more…)