Equine Photographer Emily Peak’s Inspiration

Horse photographer Emily Peak is "living the dream" photographing horses. She describes her inspiration and shares of her favorite equestrian photos. Since my grandparents and parents were all amateur shutterbugs, it seems as though I always had a hand-me-down camera in my hands. My lov...

Our Favorite Marguerite Henry Stories

The books that inspired the Equitrekking team to ride may help you remember the equine tales you loved too.  by Karen Braschayko Many of us horse lovers had our first equine experiences in our imaginations, through the power of books to take us across miles and place us right into thrill...

Dream Jobs: Horse Show Manager Tom Struzzieri of HITS

Have a unique idea for a new equine venture? Interested in being a horse show manager? Read on to hear from one of the tops in the biz, show manager Tom Struzzieri, President and CEO of Horse Shows In The Sun or HITS. I recently had the great opportunity to speak with Tom Struzzieri, President a...

Singer, Writer & Rancher Jessie Veeder on North Dakota Ranch Life

Singer and songwriter Jessie Veeder spent years on tour, performing in coffee houses and music venues, before deciding at the age of 28 to settle back home at her family’s working cattle ranch in the badlands of Western North Dakota, an area that’s undergoing an oil boom. It’s th...

Equitrekking’s Holiday Wish List 2012- 10 Great Gift Ideas

Would you like a peak at Equitrekking's wish list this holiday season? Check out these great gift ideas for the rider, horse, and horse lover, straight from Equitrekking’s Caroline Maffry's shopping bag! Her ideas may inspire holiday shopping and giving. by Caroline Maffr...

Pony Envy- The Increasing Popularity of Ponies for Adults

Are you an adult who secretly wants a pony for yourself? Explore the increasing popularity of ponies for adults and why so many baby boomers are choosing a pony for their mid-life crisis sports car! by Karen Prell I have to admit right here, right now, I love ponies! From cute little Shetlands...

Dream Jobs: Icelandic Horse Trainer and Equestrian Performer

Gudmar Petursson shares his experiences riding with the Knights of Iceland and how he became a respected trainer of Icelandic Horses. by Karen Braschayko You may have seen Gudmar Petursson presenting at equine expos, conducting clinics or performing with his show team Knights of Iceland. He ...

Hunter Paces to Help Your Cross Country

Hunter Pacing as a stand in for cross country – a golden opportunity for eventers and their mounts. By Bernadette Palmeri One of the most challenging aspects to eventing is the lack of resources that so many competitors face. Because we are not all privy to a fully stocked cross count...