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Top Characteristics Of A Great Rider

by Emily Fought July 15, 2022July 15, 2022

What makes a good rider? And how can you become one?

10 Dangers Of Barrel Racing

by Emily Fought July 6, 2022July 6, 2022

This discipline is thrilling, but does come with some risks for both horse and rider.

75 Years of Having Your Back

Wrangler celebrates 75 years as an iconic Western brand. This brief history tells a story of an American success.

Hailey Kinsel, Barrel Racer

Meet barrel racing's Girl on Fire and the horse that lights the flame!

Debbe Dunning, Actress

Debbe Dunning, the former Home Improvement Tool Time Girl trades Hollywood for the heartland.

Breakaway Roping

Breaking Down The Breakaway with professional roper, Jordan Jo Fabrizio

Kenda Lenseigne, Shooter

Kenda Lenseigne dared to beat the boys to become World Champion.

Elizabeth Poett, Rancher

Elizabeth Poett is an eighth generation rancher on her family's Rancho San Julian.

Quincy Freeman, Designer

Rodeo Quincy is an eclectic fashion brand with a Spanish flair for Western.

Mesa Pate, Cowgirl

A family legacy of tenacity and grit it what propels this young, authentic cowgirl.

Amberley Snyder, Speaker

10 years from the moment that changed her life has proven to be an inspiration.

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Dress Up Your Horse This Halloween

by Emily Fought October 22, 2021October 15, 2021

Amazing costume ideas for you and your horse!

How To Properly Lead A Horse

by Emily Fought September 10, 2021September 6, 2021

An equine specialist demonstrates how to safely lead a horse.

Dwayne Johnson’s Daughter Rides Horses Too

by Emily Fought August 16, 2021August 12, 2021

Recently, Jasmine enjoyed a 1st place win at a horse competition!

Do Horses Know Their Own Name?

by Emily Fought July 14, 2021July 9, 2021

Here’s your chance to learn a fun fact about your equine friend.

10 Ways Horses Help Kids

by Emily Fought June 8, 2021June 3, 2021

Children can learn so many valuable life lessons from horses.

Training Your Horse On The Trails

by Emily Fought April 22, 2021April 18, 2021

Step out of the arena and into the wide open!

20 Signs That Prove You’re A Horse Lover

by Emily Fought April 9, 2021April 9, 2021

Only a true horse lover will have these qualities!

Concrete Cowboy Makes Its Debut To Netflix

by Emily Fought April 7, 2021April 1, 2021

“We’re going to do what we always do… RIDE.”

10 Tips For Having A Fun (& Safe) Trail Ride

by Emily Fought March 30, 2021March 25, 2021

Who’s ready to hit the trails and explore new paths?!?

You Won’t Hear A Horse Girl Say These Things…

by Emily Fought March 18, 2021March 15, 2021

Want a laugh? Check this list of phrases no cowgirl would ever say!

Cowboy Dressage Vs. Western Dressage

by Emily Fought January 19, 2021January 18, 2021

These disciplines may look similar to an outsider, but they’re actually quite different!

These Mounted Archers Are Modern-Day Warriors

by Emily Fought December 24, 2020December 20, 2020

Like something out of a storybook, these riders enter a whole new world when they saddle up.

Don’t Be A Nagging Rider

by Emily Fought December 1, 2020November 30, 2020

If you want an alert and responsive horse, then avoid this training fault.

10 Tips For Buying Your First Horse

by Emily Fought November 23, 2020November 19, 2020

Before you take the plunge into horse ownership, check out this advice!

10 Things I’m Thankful For As An Equestrian

by Emily Fought November 18, 2020November 17, 2020

It’s the simple things that make riders fall in love with horses.

5 Ways To Improve Your Riding From Home

by Emily Fought October 28, 2020October 28, 2020

Try these at-home ideas for when you can’t make it to the barn.

Why Do You Ride Horses?

by Emily Fought October 19, 2020October 18, 2020

It’s hard to put into words just how much horses mean to most riders.

5 Times Mounted Shooters Wowed The Crowd

by Emily Fought September 30, 2020September 30, 2020

Gallop, point and fire away! These riders are hardcore.