Procrastinators unite! Erin Critz comes to the rescue. (more…)
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SmartPak Story of the Week
A big congratulations to Gen Griffin for her winning contribution, “Cringe-worthy gifts for the equestrian in your life.” With 9,629 views, it was the most popular guest submission of last week. (more…)
NickerDoodles: Why Santa doesn’t use horses to pull his sleigh
NickerDoodles cartoonist Melanie Eberhardt has a few theories–here’s her latest. (more…)
Hey Girl: Equestrian sexy Santa
Here at Horse Nation, we believe you can never have too many half-clothed men whispering sweet, sweet horsey lies into your ear, especially if they’re wearing Santa hats. Take it away, Amanda Ronan! (more…)
Horses in History: 10 nostalgic holiday horse photos
Horse Nation historian Lorraine Jackson takes a look at the various roles horses have played in Christmases past. (more…)
Monday Morning Feed from SmartPak
Everything SmartPakers do, they do it big–including but not limited to decking the halls of their office. (more…)
Weekend Wrapup from Kentucky Performance Products
Kentucky Performance Products mascot EJ is feeling the Christmas spirit. Find out what’s been going on in his world of late. (more…)
Hollywood Park closes today after 75 years
The Los Angeles area racetrack, one of the most storied in America, will be demolished to make way for mixed-use development. (more…)
Weekly Watering Hole, presented by Horse Quencher: 16 horses made of ice
Such beautiful works of art–it’s too bad that they can’t last! (more…)
Eventing Nation: Christmas Jingle Contest presented by Point Two
It’s just five days until Christmas, and Eventing Nation is teaming up with Point Two to give one lucky reader the present of a lifetime! (more…)
Yesterday in Chicago: And suddenly, a loose horse galloping down the street
The horse was safely returned to its home, but not before a bicyclist captured the runaway equine’s escapades on video. (more…)
Found on Imgur: Elephant show ‘jumping’ for the win
When this curious GIF appeared on Imgur approximately 41 minutes ago, HN reader Kate McCall Gardner immediately sent it our way. Because she KNEW it was important. (more…)
Watch the trailer for “50 to 1,” based on the true story of Mine That Bird
The movie, set for a March 21, 2014 release, looks like it’s going to be a a wild ride. (more…)
The 3 Greatest Christmas Commercials of 2013, Presented by Three
Wait, is that two ponies in party hats getting busy in a candy hot tub? Why yes, yes it is. Merry Christmas, y’all. (more…)
9 Videos of Little Girls TOTALLY Freaking Out Because They Got a Horse For Christmas
From squealing to screaming to sobbing to standing frozen in a state of shock, these reactions to getting The Best Present Ever are priceless. (more…)
Friday Morning Feed from Ovation
‘Tis the season for holiday shopping. Here are seven amazing stocking-stuffer ideas for under $20 from our friends at Ovation! (more…)
Eventing Nation: Alltech presents Norman’s winter training program
This video of Norman, mascot of the World Equestrian Games, is pretty stinking cute. Good find, Lindsey Kahn! (more…)
12 Holiday Spirited Stables
There’s just something magical–a mix of nostalgia and rustic elegance, perhaps?–about a simple wreath hung outside a barn. Here are a few gorgeous photos we found that might inspire you to raise a wreath or two yourself. (more…)
Craigslist: ‘Once In A Life Time Offer On A Horse!! – $250’
Eventing Nation editor Jenni Autry passed this one our way with the note, “If you can look past the rearing problem and the terrible legs, she could be your dream horse!” (more…)
Cringe-worthy Gifts For the Equestrians in Your Life
When non-horse people buy gifts for their horse-loving loved ones, the results can be, well, let’s just hope they included a gift receipt. Take it away, Gen Griffin! (more…)
The Ponybutler: A few of my fave horse-y things
Kat O’Riley a.k.a. ‘The Ponybutler’ reflects on a few especially appreciated gifts she has received over the years. (more…)
Fit to Ride: Un-tooching your booty
If you watch America’s Next Top Model, you may be familiar with the Tyra Banks-coined term “bootie tooch.” Biz Stamm explains why it won’t do your in-the-saddle fierceness any favors. (more…)
Thursday Morning Feed from Fleeceworks
What’s soft and snuggly and looks great with a big red bow on it under the Christmas tree? (a) a kitten (b) a bunny (c) a Fleeceworks pad. (more…)
Eventing Nation: Holiday gift etiquette for trainers
What is the appropriate Christmas gift for a coach who is, well, the best ever? Sally Spickard advises. (more…)