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HORSES
Meet The Horses At Mustang Magic
January 2, 2023
Coming to Fort Worth, Texas on January 19-21, 2023, the Mustang Magic Trainers Challenge is like nothing you’ve seen. The best trainers in the industry showcase their skills by training a wild horse. They compete in various classes for cash prizes! The trained BLM mustangs will be available for adoption at the end of the...
COWGIRL LIFE
Sketching Into The New Year
By
Paige Brandon
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February 11, 2022
To kick off the new year, Magpie West Leather Co. created a “sketchbook challenge” to encourage graphic designers and artists to step out of their comfort zone. It gave prompts, or words for artists to use for their own interpretation, for 30 days of sketching. Kailey Klein, the owner of Magpie West Leather Co., called...
HORSES
How To Handle A Stubborn Horse
By
Emily Fought
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November 30, 2021
A stubborn horse is no fun to ride or work with! They ignore and even resist your aids. These horses are notorious for pulling back on the lead rope, refusing to walk forward, acting spooky or uncontrollable, and being herd bound. It’s important to find out the root cause for their behavior and work through...
HORSES
The Ultimate Trail Obstacle Courses
By
Emily Fought
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June 22, 2020
Each year, the IMTCA (International Mountain Trail Challenge Association) puts on a variety of trail obstacle challenges. These events have riders navigate through manmade and natural elements, such as bridges, rock patches, water crossings and more! They’re open to all types of riders and horses. A few facilities act as hosts for these unique and fun...
HORSES
Stunning Horse Photos To Get You Thinking About Summer
By
Emily Fought
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May 27, 2019
Summer is a favorite season among equestrians. It means blue skies, the warm sun, and lots of riding! These horse photos are scenes almost out of a dream. They include summer moments that most horse owners can relate to. Use these photos to inspire a picture challenge of your own. Get creative and capture your...
HORSES
Meet Some Of The Trainers & Horses Competing In The Extreme Mustang Makeover
By
Emily Fought
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April 17, 2019
The Extreme Mustang Makeover welcomes trainers and their newly acquired mustangs from all over the United States. There are three events coming up on the schedule. You won’t want to miss the action in Ocala (May 10-11), Lexington (June 20-22), or Forth Worth (January 23-25). Trainers have 100 days to transform a wild mustang into...
HORSES
Can Your Horse Get Through These Trail Obstacles?
By
Emily Fought
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February 26, 2019
Trail obstacle courses push horses and their riders to the ultimate limit. These unique competitions challenge a horse by testing their ability to trust their rider. They must navigate through a series of obstacles by listening very carefully to their rider’s aids. If you’re looking for a fun way to test your horse’s training, here...
HORSES
Jousting: The Sport Played By Knights And Lords
By
Emily Fought
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January 23, 2019
Modern jousting can be seen at renaissance festivals and various reenactments. Two men on horseback challenge each other in this thrilling sport. In the 14th century, members of nobility took to the game to showcase courage, strength, and horsemanship skills. Nowadays, audiences from around the world enjoy watching performances. It’s a jump back in time!...
HORSES
A Bucket List For Horse Lovers
By
Emily Fought
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November 27, 2018
Bucket lists are perfect for helping people accomplish goals and dreams that may have been otherwise overlooked. Grab a piece of paper and write down what you’ve always wanted to do with your horse. Need some inspiration? Start with these! Ride on the beach See a foal be born Help rescue a horse Try a...
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5 Reasons Why Mules Are Better Than Horses
How much do you know about mules? Some riders are making the bold statement that once you try a mule, you’ll never go back to horses! They’re stating that these long-eared animals are far superior. They should be your go-to for trail riding in the rough country. They can get you safety where you need...
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5 Hot Headstalls For Cowgirls
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Stretchy Bootcut Riding Pants For Cowgirls
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HORSES
Top Tips For Riding On Windy Days
Some horsemen will tell you that you should ride in any weather. It’s a true test of your horse’s training. They should be obedient in wind, rain, snow, and anything else you throw their way. It can be difficult to ride on windy days though. The wind can make your horse spooky and uptight. The...
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Prevent Fly Problems Before It's Too Late
Spring is the perfect time tot start your fly prevention care and to protect your animals from those pesky, disease-carrying bugs! Nothing is worse than barns full of flies and unconformable animals. Say goodbye to pesky flies and disease-carrying insects for good this season with some of our favorite insect control products! SWAT CLEAR Horse...
HORSES
Improve Your Horse's Topline Through Nutrition
Your horse’s topline is the muscling over their neck, back, and hindquarters. Most riders specifically look at the back and loin area when evaluating it. A strong topline is ideal for a performance horse. It allows them to carry their rider with ease and perform strenuous exercise. Developing a horse’s back muscles can be challenging....
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COWGIRL LIFE
Wild Women Of The West: Hannah S. Gould
The crew and passengers aboard the steamship the City of Columbia stood huddled together on the flooded deck of the vessel. Night was all around them and an awful moment of peril and suspense hung in the wet air. A perfect storm had overtaken the steamer and raging winds had driven her into a mass...
COWGIRL STYLE
Festival Fashion From Understated Leather
Festival season is just around the corner which means it’s time to start dreaming up fun looks! Whether you prefer a country music stage or a Coachella vibe, you can integrate Western pieces into your look in a fun, carefree way. Need some inspiration? Understated Leather, a brand known for pushing the limits of Western...
Music
Trisha Yearwood To Receive Inaugural “June Carter Cash Humanitarian Award”
Country music icon Trisha Yearwood is set to receive the inaugural “June Carter Cash Humanitarian Award” and perform at the 2024 CMT MUSIC AWARDS, airing from Austin, Texas’ Moody Center on Sunday, April 7th (8:00-11:00 PM ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network and available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+. Inspired by country pioneer June Carter Cash, the award recognizes...
COWGIRL LIFE
The Rustic Feminine
PHOTOGRAPHED BY: Ken Amorosano CURATED AND STYLED BY: Andrea Thorp HAIR AND MAKEUP BY: Julie Koeth CREW CHIEF: Carly Billington