Sometimes this blog feels like the Little Engine That Could. I think I can make a go of writing exclusively about horses, horseback riding vacations, equestrian travel deals and lodging reviews. I think I can. I think I can. With your help, dear reader, I know I can. I hope that my horseback riding […]
Five years ago this month I launched Writing Horseback – Your Guide to Equestrian Travel Deals and Lodging Reviews. It’s been said that when you begin a travel blog you should pick a topic that is passionate to you. Like many young girls, I always dreamed of owning a horse. After owning three Quarter Horses
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Let’s face it, when you think of cowgirls, you think of rodeo queens. Tall, slim bombshells with long, flowing hair wearing tight jeans, cowboy boots, shiny belt buckles, cowboy hats and million dollar smiles. That doesn’t mean that us plus size cowgirls don’t want to look good in our western wear clothes. On the contrary,
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Did you know that author Jack London was fond of horses; particularly Draft horses? Jack London loved horses and included them often in his later writings. During the early 1900’s, when horses were being displaced on farms by tractors and trucks, Jack preferred to rely on horses. At times, he had as many as 50
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Whether you ride English or Western, for pleasure, endurance ride or show, you know a rider must always be prepared to get dumped from her horse. In fact, as of April 1, 2013, helmets only will be the rule for all United States Equestrian Federation events. Some equestrians have more experience on how to properly
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A cold winter is just around the corner, but less than ideal weather conditions should not stop anyone from horseback riding. Heat Holder socks can go a long way to ensure your feet stay warm while riding. I find my feet are often the part of my body that get the coldest; Heat Holders may
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Guest post by LeeAnne Jones Horseback riding on the island of Kauai Few places in the world are as naturally beautiful as the island of Kauai. The idea of a Hawaiian vacation typically invokes images of tanning on the beach, snorkeling the reefs, or surfing the waves. And while I did do some of
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Stay at home mom’s do it. Working mom’s do it, as well as many students and working or unemployed ranchers. They all enjoy horseback riding. Like the butcher, baker and candlestick maker, we all have our areas of expertise, hobbies and passion. So what’s unique about Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney discussing his love of
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Ride a Polo Pony in Sonoma, California Wine Country at Chalk Hill Estate Those fortunate to have visited California wine country know that good food and wine go together like a horse and carriage. What do the two have in common? California’s rich terroir produces outstanding local fruits and vegetables and our fertile soils support
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