Readers Write: Heels Down
…lunge you & practice with your hands out to the side in 2 pt.” — Remari1 “While in 2 point, stand straight up on your toes then drop into your…
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Spruce Up Your Barn
…equestrian-friendly systems. Clear plastic containers are especially handy, because you can see the contents with a quick glance. Organize brushes on a wheeled cart or in other containers, such as…
Racing History Highlights May 29-June 11
…the Carter Handicap at New York’s Aqueduct; Jobstown won the Absecon Handicap at New Jersey’s Atlantic City and Elpis won the New Castle Handicap at Delaware Park. June 7, 1980:…
Ask the Experts: Preparing for Collection
…find that he has trouble connecting over the back, especially in the trot and canter. He tends to rush and travel heavy on the forehand, and I find I’m in…
Gas-Station Gloves
…everyday hand protection that will also protect our wallets: the gas station mini-mart. You know that swivel rack just inside the door of the mini-mart, where baseball hats, work gloves…
Create a Horse Disaster Plan
…supplies may be interrupted. Figure on 12 to 20 gallons per horse per day, and have at least a three-day supply (seven is better) on hand. Store water in clean…
Proper Reality, Multiple Stakes Winner, Euthanized
…Equine Medical in Lexington. The sturdy bay son of In Reality out of Proper Princess won the Arkansas Derby, Illinois Derby, Metropolitan Handicap, Iselin Handicap, Southwest Stakes, Hot Springs Stakes…
The Baucher Snaffle: How Does It Work?
…soft as the hands using it—and should not be utilized by inexperienced riders who have not achieved independent hands. However, deciding whether or not this bit is useful for your…
Getting the Mail Horseback
…of situations. For example, take the simple task of getting the mail. It doesn’t sound that complicated or taxing. Just ride down to the road, grab a handful of bills…
Professional Horseman’s Course Resumes This Fall
…Park?s Education Department offers a unique and hands-on educational opportunity unequalled by other equine schools. Students will have the opportunity to study and work with more than 30 breeds of…