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The Sin of Riding While Amateur

January 29, 2026DeAnn SloanReader Submission#AMATEUR, #HORSE TRAINING, #opinion, #YOUR TURNComments Off

One of our readers offers this thoughtful, first-person reflection on what happens when a capable adult amateur chooses to bring along a green horse — and the judgment, assumptions, and quiet resilience that come with doing it anyway. (more…)

Lifetime Member of the Adequate Amateur Club

October 25, 2019DeAnn SloanContributor#AMATEURComments Off

“I shouldn’t have to stand at the rail of a show warm up, drinking a mimosa and watching my trainer move jumps.” Horse Nation reader Danielle Vance explores the line between Professional and Amateur, and knows on which side she falls.

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The Aiding & Abetting Amateur: Discretionary spending

March 9, 2012Leslie WylieUncategorized#AMATEUR, #HUNTERS1 Comment

The money it takes to compete in a single AA show could stop up a toilet. “The Aiding & Abetting Amateur” is here with some helpful around-the-barn, money-saving tips. (more…)

Amateur Spotlight: We want YOU

February 2, 2012Leslie WylieUncategorized#AMATEUR, #AMMY2 Comments

Here at HN, our hats are permanently off to adult amateur riders. Not only are they the backbone of equestrian sport, their dedication to juggling careers, family and horses is awe-inspiring. (more…)