The Icelandic Horse

…New York. I’ll never forget one early autumn evening, riding on winding trails through pine forest when we rode right into the middle of a herd of deer. Without a…

The Roots of College Riding

…to make a choice: go to college or keep riding. Today, you can do both, thanks to four organizations: Intercollegiate Horse Show Association, National Collegiate Equestrian Association, American National Riding

Trail Bridles and Bits

…generally too thick for horses to close their mouths comfortably, which tends to make their mouths dry. Best Bits for Trail Riding The best trail bit is the gentlest bit…

Trailer Spruce-Up Tips

You’ll need to tune up your trailer for this season’s towing needs, whether or not you’ve used your trailer during winter months. A well-maintained trailer will be safer for both…

Horse & Rider 2003 Articles Index

…To “We,” Dec., pg. 13 TRAIL RIDING Competitive trail riding, May, pg. 44 Hunting season safety, Hands-On, Nov., pg. 81 Map reading, Trailwise, Nov., pg. 78 Nervousness in large groups,…

7 Steps to a Safe Spring Ride

…cars at the trailhead was completely irrelevant. Step 4: Prepare to clear the trail. If you tackle wilderness trails in spring, don’t expect a trail crew to have preceded you….