I had a lot of “learn as I went” moments at my first barn job, including what items I actually needed for working at the barn. I learned that sneakers aren’t great foot protection, they don’t hold up well in certain elements, and they aren’t waterproof. Also even though a rain suit may look kind…
Welcome 2022! Our arms are open and we’re ready for a fresh start. It’s nearly impossible to enter the new year without at least…
Riding horses is exciting, and riders can experience a wide range of emotions within the short duration of their lessons. However, riders who maintain…
If you’re like me, then you probably prefer warm weather over cold weather. At the barn, cold weather usually means more work—putting out hay,…
Some horse owners live in areas where temperatures plummet to the single digits if not colder! They have to worry about freezing water buckets,…
Quality horse hay should be free of mold, dust, and noxious weeds. The earlier a hay is harvested (within the life cycle of the…
More and more people are looking for ranch horses. It’s not necessarily because they live on large cattle farms, but rather these horses are…
Santa’s sleigh is making a stop at the barn! Every horse has a wish list. From something tasty to eat to a stall toy,…
You’re in the barn doing chores or maybe even riding when you hear your horse coughing. This scenario is all too common, but if you’re like me,…
Thinking towards the month of giving and receiving, I think that it is important for equestrians to really embrace giving. Every day we receive,…
