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Nearly one year ago, the 94th annual Chincoteague Pony Swim took place. This event consisted of the “Saltwater Cowboys” rounding up the wild ponies on the southern and northern islands of Assateague. Large crowds gathered to witness this special swim event, followed by the carnival and pony auction. Unfortunately, it has been announced that the...

Kitchen islands are amazing. Period. They add so much extra counter space, storage, and overall functionality to your kitchen. But what are you supposed to do with that big wall on the front of them that usually faces your living room? You will most likely have barstools, but you still don’t want a blank eyesore...

Many of us who love horses and are passionate about the Western lifestyle have wished, at one time or another, we could go back to the days when we relied on horses for everything: to transport us, to plow our fields, to haul our goods. There is “Someplace Special” where that’s possible: Mackinac Island. Located...

From island ponies to mustangs, there’s something majestic about the free roaming horses of North America. Wild horses can be found in dozens of areas. Many are located in tourist spots that allow visitors to enjoy the surrounding area, as well. If you’re planning your next vacation, you might consider adding these places to your...

Between the states of Maryland and Virginia, the feral ponies of Assateague Island roam the sandy shores. Known as the Chincoteague or Assateague ponies, depending on which state they reside, they have become quite an attraction to tourists. These hardy ponies are well-adapted to island life and have been surviving for hundreds of years. Visitors...