trail

Most farm owners have at least one dog. A barn wouldn’t be the same without one! Some riders even enjoy taking their canine friends on rides with them. Many pups love running through the trails and tagging along. In some European countries, they decided to embrace farm dogs in a unique class called ‘Horse &...

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...

In the event of an emergency, your trail ride can quickly take a turn for the worse! Horses spook, riders fall, people get lost… there are a ton of potential problems. If you’re smart, you’ll plan ahead and get prepared before you ride out. That includes packing the right supplies! Put these items on your...

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...

Trail rides are supposed to be relaxing and fun, but what happens when a problem arises? Hopefully you’re prepared! It’s important to keep a few items handy for those emergency moments. Before you hit the trails, check out this list of five important products you should always pack before a trail ride. 1) A snack:...

Western riders all have one commonality… a love for horses! From the fast and furious barrel racers to the slow and steady trail riders, western riding is a collage of different disciplines. It may have started with cowboys in the American West, but nowadays women, children, and folks of all kinds enjoy this type of riding....

It can take lots of searching to find the perfect saddle, and treeless saddles are no different. With so many on the market, it can be hard to know which brand or model to even consider. Don’t sacrifice quality and fit when buying a new treeless saddle. That’s why you should consider these top brands...

The Del Mar National Horse Show is one of the biggest spectacles in the equestrian world, as the three week event brings some of the most accomplished competitors in the world together to compete for amazing prizes. This year the horse show runs from April 17th through May 6th, and the first week of the...