We’ve highlighted places to view wild horses in the U.S. before, but what about abroad? Check out these unusual locales that support wild horse herds of their own. by Jocelyn Pierce There are several locations across the U.S. to view wild horses-an iconic symbol of the American West, but...

Learn about horseback riding in accessible Ruth Arcand Park in Anchorage and how to ride beyond for the Equitrekking 50 State Trail Riding Project. by Pamela Dunlap-Shohl When I first moved to Anchorage in the early 80's I'd never realized that the trails available to equestrians ...

From bling'd out bridles to shaggy steeds, Canadian endurance rider Sarah Cuthbertson rides in Iceland! If you have been following for a while, you probably already know that this year’s adventure for me was to go to Iceland and ride. I was doing this with veterans from the Mongol...

Riding smooth horses at a historic coffee farm, where fresh roasts and rugged terrain are on the agenda. by Darley Newman I wasn’t expecting to ride on my visit to Hacienda Venecia, one of Colombia’s top coffee farms, but when the owner, Juan Pablo Echeverri, offered me the chance ...

Seeking a truly American ranch experience? From the quirky to the cool, check out these ten experiences travelers can enjoy at Colorado ranches, including cattle drives and brandings, Native American culture, national parks, cowboy poets, barn dancing and more. by Darley Newman Whether you'...

Are you a soon-to-be college student with the itch to travel? Check out these universities and colleges that offer study abroad options with a focus on horses. by Jocelyn Pierce Studying abroad is often cited as a life changing experience. Students are immersed in a new culture and language, e...

Getting to a remote dude ranch can seem daunting, but there are many ranches in Colorado, which definitely take you away from it all, but not at the expense of time. These ranches are close to airports, making them convenient to fly and then drive or get a ranch shuttle or transporation service to m...

Learn about these pint-sized horses providing comfort to adults and children in hospitals and hospice programs, and members of law enforcement and their families who have experienced traumatic events. by Jocelyn Pierce Studies have shown the health benefits of owning pets. They have been known...

An entertaining “horsey” diversion to which we can all look forward this year! by Karen Prell So, here we are in late winter of the shiny New Year 2016. Okay, so in some parts of the country its not so shiny–– more like snowbound! But, take heart dear horse lovers. Even...

In a nod to St. Patrick’s Day, we thought we would share these light-hearted pub rides for a unique way to enjoy your favorite brew. by Jocelyn Pierce Sure you’ve heard of pub-crawls, but what about a pub-crawl on horseback? On many riding vacations, especially in Ireland, you can ...