If you are a horse lover and you are traveling in Scotland, you must visit The Kelpies. The Kelpies are the highest and largest equine sculptures in the world and they are stunning. I’ve put together The Kelpies essential guide in Scotland. Here you will learn how Scottish sculptor Andy Scott created his equine works …
Listen up cowgirls and cowboys! Writing Horseback is on Because of Horses Podcast. That’s right, my friend Elise Gaston Chand, the host of Because of Horses was kind enough to feature me on her equestrian podcast. This podcast for horse lovers features well-known people who blend their love of horses into their everyday lives. As …
Every August, troves of visitors flock to the annual White Pine Fair and Horse Races Western festival in Ely, Nev. Fans of horse races, vacationers and other horse enthusiasts can expect a weekend of thrills, horseback riding and Western tradition at this jam-packed, three-day event. If you want to know what to expect at the Ely Nevada …
Interview with Equestrian and Pastry Chef Christine Shepherd On a recent trip to Napa Valley I met a fellow equestrian who also happens to be a pastry chef. I sat down with Chef Christine Shepherd to talk about horses and how she maintains a work life balance. Writing Horseback: How did your love affair with …
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My grandfather grew up with horses, treated his horses like family, and rode most of his life. I’ll never forget what he told me before he talked my dad into buying me my first horse: “Be careful what you think while you are riding. Whatever it is, your horse will know.” He went on to …
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If you love and appreciate horses and their talent, you are going to love Medieval Times. The majestic Andalusian, Quarter Horse and Friesian perform graceful leaps and jumps and promenades. The horses are masters of the dance and leave the audience in awe at their athletic ability. One of the most popular parts of the …
“In riding a horse, we borrow freedom,” I love this quote by Helen Thompson. I have this quote written in stone displayed in a special place in my house. If, like me, you are a horse lover, you might wonder why anyone would want to hurt, let alone kill wild horses? I was quite saddened …
“Cowgirls have a can do attitude,” says Barbara Van Cleve. The Montana photographer and National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame honoree was the first cowgirl that I encountered when I walked into the huge dining room at the ranch where I was staying. I had signed up for an extended weekend at The Resort …
Some people look back on their childhood with memories of Barbie dolls and GI Joe. I grew up collecting Breyer horses and my own trophy’s and ribbons won from many horse shows on my Quarter Horses. My first horse was a silver buckskin named Cricket, but my favorite horse of the three that I owned …
