I thought about starting this post with the most stereotypical "French" thing I could think of, but it made me uncomfortable to joke about mimes stealing the Eiffel Tower. Or whatever it is they do, I haven't been to France. But I'll add that while I haven't been, it's only because I'm currently[...]
Horses in other countries fascinate me. Growing up in the US, even in my specific region on the east coast has given me very specific ideas of how horses should be raised. But even in different areas of the USA, which is huge, by the way, horse keeping varies widely. For example, I've seen maybe[...]
If you had the time and freedom to take a year long journey, would you spend it riding across the United States of America? Modern life no longer considers the horse as a primary mode of transportation. It has mostly become an animal of leisure sports, done primarily for the entertainment of the[...]
Among all the riding schools in the world, there are a few that are exceptionally great. They have centuries of history and learning behind their methods, based on principles from the greatest names in classical riding. The skills these schools teach are so important, they have been listed as a UNE[...]
Iceland is one of the most dramatic and unique landscapes to see. Looking across the land makes you feel like you're in an alien world. Volcanos and snow live side by side, creating incredible sights unlike any other. I went to Iceland last year and it was incredible. I'm planning out my next[...]
Quick! What do horses and gigantic stone statues of people and heads have in common? If you answered, "nothing," well, prepare to be surprised. They do have something in common. They both reside on Easter Island, also known as Rapa Nui to its native population. Famous mostly for the huge statues,[...]
Winsor Castle is perched upon a hill overlooking the River Thames, and has been a royal residence for centuries. It's is a magnificent building, but outside those imposing walls lies something that equestrians will really go crazy over - the expansive Windsor Great Park. If you're an American,[...]
The colorful coats of the Chincoteague ponies are well know, made famous by books like Misty of Chincoteague. Being a required reading in school (is it still?) every child in America was familiar with the cheerful little ponies on the beach, if they weren't totally obsessed with them. The story of[...]
They have lived in isolation from the rest of the horse world for a hundreds of years, possibly a thousand years, separated by a barrier of marshes, lagoons and sandy beaches. While there has been some selective breeding, they are mostly a primitive breed, heavily bodied, with large heads. They a[...]
Although the mustangs of the west are well known, it might surprise you to know that there's quite a few wild horse herds on the eastern side of the United States as well... and you can see them in person relatively easily. If you're planning to travel to these areas, it's worth adding these spots[...]