Youth participation in equine activities continues to drop as those hooked on technology continues to rise. Last November I was able to talk with AQHA representatives for the Equine Chronicle about how they plan to curb this drop and help inspire younger riders. The program is called Taking Me Riding, and it's already starting to … Continue reading Using Technology to Help Spur Youth Equine Participation
About Megan…Why I Write
As I've been growing my business, I've realized that I should introduce myself a little better. So I'd like to start off with why I write... Growing up I wanted to be an author. I'd write all sorts of stories, "self-publishing" my own books, and crafting stories to tell my family. In grade school I … Continue reading About Megan…Why I Write
Teaching a Soft Touch to Your Horse
I've been lucky to be able to talk with some great trainers and learned a lot about how they work with their horses. In this article for the Paint Horse Journal, I learned from Heather Thompson how to teach "guide" to your horse for silent communication. A Soft Touch You've seen it in the show … Continue reading Teaching a Soft Touch to Your Horse
No Hoof No Horse? Proper Hoof Care
Did you know that one of the most popular topics discussed amongst trainers is about your horse's hooves? "I think everybody has feet problems, and I think it's just one of those things that we talk about all the time," says multiple World and Congress Champion trainer Kenny Lakins. I spoke with some of the … Continue reading No Hoof No Horse? Proper Hoof Care
Horse Shopping Tips & Etiquette
Horse shopping is stressful! It's a big financial commitment that's more than just purchasing a car, because there's even more to owning a horse than just the buying process. I was able to talk to three industry professionals for their tips on how to be better prepared to purchase your next horse, as well as … Continue reading Horse Shopping Tips & Etiquette
Reining Team USA Announced
Six riders are now preparing their passports for Normandy, France, after a stellar showing at the 2014 Kentucky Cup Reining Event held during the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington over the weekend. Over the course of two rides, the top reiners in the country battled it out for the … Continue reading Reining Team USA Announced
American Horse Publications Finalist!
Big news today!! I just received an email from the American Horse Publications that I have been named a Finalist for the 2013 awards! Here's the official press release: The Wait is Over! American Horse Publications Names Finalists in 2014 Awards Competition APRIL 21, 2014 – Sixty-four American Horse Publications members are named finalists in … Continue reading American Horse Publications Finalist!
Expect a Good Time at Rolex!
It's always fun to receive media credentials in the mail--I never get tired of it! Monday evening I received my media credentials for the 2014 Rolex Kentucky CCI**** Three-Day Event and the Kentucky Reining Cup, which will be held a the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington next weekend. I'll be doing double, or maybe it's … Continue reading Expect a Good Time at Rolex!
Horsemanship & Humanities: Class is in Session at the Orme School
Growing up, I would have loved to have attended a high school that also had horsemanship classes. Granted I grew up on a horse farm and had my own horses that I could ride everyday, but I know how much I enjoyed breaking up my regular classes with a couple of rides on team horses … Continue reading Horsemanship & Humanities: Class is in Session at the Orme School
Article Series: Healthy Living at Horse Shows
After working on the print article for the Equine Chronicle on "Healthy Living at Horse Shows" I proposed an idea of doing an article series about how to be healthy while on the road for horse shows (or, rather, any event). In doing so, I contacted a favorite health blogger of mine--Lindsay Livingston, who manages … Continue reading Article Series: Healthy Living at Horse Shows
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