We’ve all seen—and laughed at—the equestrians memes that poke fun at our lack of money. Our horse goes to the vet while we can’t afford to go to the doctor. Our bodies are broken and yet we still ride....
Welcome to Barn Banter, the official podcast of Horse Illustrated. In Barn Banter episode 33, hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor In Chief Holly Caccamise chat with Sarah Boudreau, a writer, artist, and Chincoteague Pony enthusiast.To end the episode,...
In a search for their roots, South Korean equestrians are reviving the 230-year-old sport of horseback archery.
Park Sung Min clicks her tongue and motivates her horse to run even faster. He breaks into a fast gallop, and Park Sung...
Spend time watching any herd of horses, and you’ll notice there’s always one that stands out: the boss mare. Her leadership role is unmistakable, a symbol of determination and resilience.
The boss mare’s independence and leadership are what inspired a...
Galloping along a sandy shore with the sound of hoofbeats and foamy waves crashing on the surf is a dream for most equestrians. While there are many opportunities to ride rental horses at tropical vacation destinations, riding your...
Welcome to Barn Banter, the official podcast of Horse Illustrated. In Barn Banter episode 32, hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor In Chief Holly Caccamise chat with David O'Connor, Olympic gold medalist and US Equestrian Chief of Sport.To end...
A horse looking for a companion and a donkey looking for a home cross paths after a long and winding tale.
The beginning of Goobie’s adoption story is unfortunately not unusual. But for Goobie’s sake, thankfully it has a happy...
When most of us think of “military might,” we think of fighter jets and submarines, but we would be remiss to forget the four-legged animals that have helped locate bombs, transport messages or carry soldiers through nearly every military...
Swim with adopted horses, the Jamaican way, at Montego Bay’s Half Moon Resort.Errol stood squarely between us and the undulating turquoise sea.
“I need you to listen to me,” he said. “People who know how to ride never listen to...
Galloping is one of the most therapeutic exercises a horse can do, releasing tension and stiffness in the back and hindquarters.Skilled riding is often all it takes to improve a horse’s athleticism, performance, and overall well-being. But just as...
