Vista Verde Guest Ranch's Chef Chol shares a ranch recipe for scrumptous Pumpkin Cheesecake- a great holiday dessert! by Alana at Vista Verde Guest Ranch   There is just something about fall that says, “Bring on the pumpkins!” Muffins, pies, lattes… it’s seem...

Beautiful and magical! Is the Gypsy Vanner the horse of your dreams? by Raina Paucar Can you recognize the distinctive Gypsy Vanner horse? You may have seen these beautiful horses in a variety of equestrian pursuits, including driving, English and western riding, jumping, dressage, pleasure an...

Explore the lands, ride the trails and gaze on same vistas President Theodore Roosevelt did as he fought to preserve the American West. By Karen Braschayko We know him as Teddy, though he greatly disliked the nickname, and he’s the reason the term “teddy bear” entered our c...

Bringing your family or a group on a ranch vacation? Here are 10 great tips to help ensure it's smooth sailing and fun for your entire group. by Darley Newman Whether you are renting a ranch or taking a group on a getaway for a special occassion like a corporate retreat, wedding, girls get...

My adventure starring on Equitrekking and going behind the scenes with Darley Newman and the crew while filming on Mackinac Island, Michigan. by Lori Odishoo “Nominate your veterinarian for the Bayer Legend of the Year Award, and you will be entered for a chance to win a trip to Mackinac...

Alexis Mozeleski and the Washington International Horse Show Junior Committe meet Olympic equestrian teen Reed Kessler. by Alexis Mozeleski During the Washington International Horse Show, I and my fellow junior committee members enjoyed a special surprise; we got to eat pizza with th...

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 ...

My tour of Mackinac Island, Michigan in a horse drawn carriage with island local Don Eckhardt and his Friesian horses while filming for Equitrekking.  by Darley Newman Don Eckhardt and his wife Lisa, teach riding and driving skills to many of the Mackinac Island cottage owners. Being that...

Ever wanted to have a dude ranch or guest ranch all to yourself? It happened to me and was oh so much fun. Tips and choices for family ranch vacations and group travel. by Darley Newman You’ve heard about renting a villa in Italy or apartment in Paris for a European vacation. What about ...

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...