Gordonsville , VA (May 23, 2013) – Biostar EQ and Tigger Montague will be hosting “Biotechnology in the Barn? Read more at the source: Biostar EQ Presents a Live Webinar, “Biotechnology in the Barn? Everything You Wanted to Know About Genetically Modified Organisms But Were Afraid... Article excerpt posted on Sidelinesnews.com from What's Happenin'. … [Read more...]
2013 Parelli Summit to Feature Progressive Format with In-Depth Education
May 20, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Every year, hundreds of horsemen and women from around the world gather in Pagosa Springs, CO for the annual Parelli Summit. This exclusive members-only three-day event is an experience unlike any other: an intimate, educational and exciting celebration of horsemanship Read more at the source: 2013 Parelli Summit to Feature Progressive Format with In-Depth Education Article excerpt posted on Sidelinesnews.com from What's Happenin'. … [Read more...]
The Growing Sport of Western Dressage
May 20, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Chances are you’ve heard that no matter what discipline you ride, schooling your horse in basic dressage can improve his performance in your chosen discipline. The emerging sport of western dressage builds on that idea, only western dressage takes it one step further by allowing western horses and riders to compete using western tack. What we think of as today’s Western riding has been in practice since the 1700’s, originating on ranches and in the practices of the Spanish vaqueros Read … [Read more...]
Fieldstone Spring Festival Kicks Off With Competitive First Day of Show Jumping Competition
May 17, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Halifax, MA – May 15, 2013 – The first day of the Fieldstone Spring Festival welcomed the top riders in the nation to the new and improved Fieldstone Show Park. After an overhaul, the Fieldstone Show Park kicked off the first day of the weeklong show with thrilling hunter and jumper competition Read more at the source: Fieldstone Spring Festival Kicks Off With Competitive First Day of Show Jumping Competition Article excerpt posted on Sidelinesnews.com from Show World. … [Read more...]
Get Creative with Summer Horse Camps
May 17, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Summer brings with it the excitement of horse camps – perhaps you’re running one yourself this year. Camps are a great way to provide young riders with a fun, safe introduction to horses, but there’s only so much time that they can spend in the saddle. Have you started to brainstorm activities to keep campers entertained while they’re not riding? Read more at the source: Get Creative with Summer Horse Camps Article excerpt posted on Sidelinesnews.com from The Classic Insider. … [Read more...]
Sugarbush Draft Horse
May 15, 2013 By Leave a Comment
In the early 1900’s, invention of the automobile and tractor meant that horses were no longer in high demand for farm work. Instead, many of the remaining draft horses were used by carriage companies, often pulling decorative weddings for carriages. Everett Smith of Ohio operated the Sugarbush Hitch Company. Read more at the source: Sugarbush Draft Horse Article excerpt posted on Sidelinesnews.com from The Classic Insider. … [Read more...]
Guest Post: Design for Your Horses’ Sense of Sight
May 14, 2013 By Leave a Comment
How do horses see? Horses have a wide field of vision, with blind spots immediately behind their bodies and below their noses. The ability to see in all directions is invaluable for a horse’s survival in the wild. On the other hand, because of their wide set eyes, horses have monocular vision on each side. This limits their depth perception and means that they must see an unfamiliar object from both sides before they can understand whether or not it is a danger. Read more at the … [Read more...]
Reed Kessler and Mika Lead Open Jumpers to Kick Off Kentucky Spring Horse Show
May 10, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Lexington, KY – May 8, 2013 – The top horses and riders from across the country have returned to the Kentucky Horse Park this week for the start of the Kentucky Spring Horse Shows. Read more at the source: Reed Kessler and Mika Lead Open Jumpers to Kick Off Kentucky Spring Horse Show Article excerpt posted on Sidelinesnews.com from Show World. … [Read more...]
Establishing Barn Rules
May 10, 2013 By Leave a Comment
A well thought-out set of rules can keep a barn running safely and effectively. Read more at the source: Establishing Barn Rules Article excerpt posted on Sidelinesnews.com from The Classic Insider. … [Read more...]
Turning Fear into Confidence Part II – More on Body Language
May 9, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Having fun in the paddock with white plastic From Fear to Curiosity to Confidence When fear is reduced, curiosity surfaces. Curiosity is essential to stimulate learning. However, curiosity is not enough to build confidence, but rather the first step to a mentally healthy horse. Read more at the source: Turning Fear into Confidence Part II – More on Body Language Article excerpt posted on Sidelinesnews.com from Between The Ears. … [Read more...]
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