Looking to expand your western riding skills and natural horsemanship knowledge? Here’s a look at three educational opportunities for riders who want to try something new and improve their riding. by Jocelyn Pierce
 Riders of all levels can benefit from additional training and ins...

A horse riding holiday through Patagonia's stunning landscapes. Five days exploring the wilds along the Chile/ Argentina border. by Rebecca Armstrong For the amateur equine-lover, a horseback trip through Chile's Patagonia may seem daunting, but given the right group of guides, it can...

Caroline McCoy, who rides almost every week of the year on her Quarter Horse mare, shares photos from Apache Trail in Lincoln County, New Mexico. photos and story by Caroline Ames McCoy The Bonito River has quieted its rapid flow from the spring. Saturday, some Back Country Horsemen decid...

Looking for a family friendly vacation? Join me as I explore all Salamander has to offer its youngest guests for a summertime family vacation, including Equi-Spective, an innovative personal discovery program where kids and adults can learn and grow with horses. by Alexis Mozeleski When at Sal...

From yoga on horseback to carriage rides through Middleburg, check out fun equine themed activities (requiring no equestrian experience) for horse lovers visiting Salamander Resort & Spa. by Caroline Maffry Heading to Middleburg, Virginia anytime soon? After reading all there is to offer a...

Student rider, 12-year-old Jacqueline Pavlat shares her adventures on a sunset trail ride with All Hitched Up in Central Florida, just 40 mins from Walt Disney World. by Jacqueline Pavlat All Hitched Up's Sunset Trail and Water Experience is a great way to beat the heat, as well as sp...

Thinking about a girls only getaway? Check out these great equestrian escapes for you and your girlfriends. by Jocelyn Pierce There are many perks to a girls only retreat. Women can focus on themselves and the women in their life that matter most, strengthening friendships and familial relatio...

A mom and her teenage sons travel to Hideout Ranch on the Arizona-New Mexico border for an inspiring spring break ranch vacation. by Laurie Orth Spring break planning for myself and my teenage boys involves some deal breakers. We need two clean, comfortable rooms, one for them, and one for me,...

Dream Packer Trail Adventures blogger Judy Nelson shares an adventurous multi-day trial ride along the Grand Canyon's North Rim. by Judy Nelson What a great idea! Camp and ride on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. The horse campground here is available with a Backcountry Permit. It is lim...

Sure, you can see the Grand Canyon by foot or bus, but why not experience this must see National Park from the back of a mule? by Jocelyn Pierce Grand Canyon National Park is a destination on many bucket lists. Expansive and awe-inspiring, the iconic park attracts nearly five million visitors ...