Tucked into the forests of northern Wisconsin is a family-owned and operated homestead known as Haven Pines. Run by Erin and Jonathan Sharp and their three children, the Sharps spend most of their winters operating a commercial sleigh ride...
It’s holiday shopping season and I’ve spent the last few months searching for unique or useful equestrian gifts. I’m so excited to share them with you. Most are small businesses; all are items that I’ve used personally and have...
Tens of thousands of horse enthusiasts lined up at the gates of the Eastern States Exposition in West Springfield, Mass., November 6-9, 2025 in anticipation of Equine Affaire. They came ready to discover new breeds, consider adopting, sell used...
And just like that, the holidays are upon us! Are you struggling to find that perfect gift for the horse lover in your life? For the most part, equestrians are practical people, so it may be time to rethink...
Welcome to Barn Banter, the official podcast of Horse Illustrated. In Barn Banter episode 37, hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor In Chief Holly Caccamise chat with Coagi Long, president and owner of Equine Affaire.To end the episode, Susan...
Equestrian travel is always at the top of my bucket list. I’d already been on several horseback riding holidays in Ireland, and knew that any chance to ride there shouldn’t be missed. So when the opportunity arose to head...
Welcome to Barn Banter, the official podcast of Horse Illustrated. In Barn Banter episode 36, hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor In Chief Holly Caccamise chat with Gideon Kotkowski of Horse People Podcast. Plus, tune in as they talk...
An exclusive excerpt from Fur Mama by Diana Dupont, coming October 14 from Trafalgar Square Books. Now secured in crossties, Blackie tried to stand still, but he could not help himself from twisting his lithe body ever so slightly left...
It’s hardly unusual for horse lovers to fantasize about making a living with their favorite animals. A job as a trainer or veterinarian are often the only ones horse-crazy youth are told about, but plenty of people have successful...
There is a growing desire among equestrians to learn more about animal communication to connect more deeply with horses. People are beginning to know, sense, and feel that there is much more to understanding equines besides just reading their...
