September always feels like a fresh start. New routines, new goals, and a return to structure. Just like students sharpen their pencils and open crisp notebooks, riders and barn managers can use this season to refocus and bring more organization into their training routines. In the flurry of day-to-day barn life, it’s easy to rely … Read more
You already know StableSecretary helps you keep your barn organized, your horse records up to date, and your to-do list a little less daunting. But here’s the thing, many users only scratch the surface of what the platform can do. When you dive into some of the lesser-used features, you’ll find tools that save hours … Read more
Summer can be one of the most rewarding and challenging seasons for horse owners and barn managers. Long daylight hours and busy show schedules often bring out the best in our horses but also push them to their limits with heat, travel, bugs, and fluctuating routines. As temperatures rise and turnout schedules shift, horse health … Read more
A new year brings updates to the rules that regulate equestrian competition in the United States. These changes could impact your show season, so understanding new rules and regulations is important before planning for your year! We’ve gathered a few significant rule changes based on discipline, but a list of all approved changes for the … Read more
Ear plugs, most commonly seen in the hunter ring, are an often brought up topic at shows. If they can be used is regulated by the rules of the discipline at the level of competition, however when they should be used is another question entirely. Ear plugs for horses are usually soft, squishy (and sometimes … Read more
Whether you’re riding in show jumping or cross-country, many equestrians struggle with remembering their course under the stress of competition. It can seem simple when glancing at the course map, but the turns come up quickly and it’s easy to lose your way once in the saddle. Luckily, we have a few tried and true … Read more
Located in Ocala, FL, is a 10-acre farm with a 12-stall barn, beautiful pastures, and a pristine arena where riders can practice dressage movements under a gorgeous sunset. This is Sunflower Hill Farm, the home of LCH Equestrian, run by dressage trainers and sisters Lisa and Catrina Hellmer. Growing a Business LCH Equestrian was started … Read more
If flies are wreaking havoc on your horse’s legs, but he constantly removes or destroys expensive fly boots, it may be time for a bit of creativity. Grab a pair of tall old socks (knee-high crew socks work well) and make your own inexpensive fly boots! Cut the toe off the sock and then slide … Read more
Located in West River, Maryland, Sudley Farm is home to Blue Clover Eventing, a training, and competition program run by Valerie Vizcarrondo Pride. With a long list of career highlights and an even longer list of client reviews overflowing with positive recommendations, Valerie’s high expectations for herself and her horse management program are paying off. … Read more
Joanna Novakovic has been leading Cornell University’s Equestrian Teams as head coach since 2014, and has been personally involved with horses for 32 years. Novakovic is a United States Hunter Jumper Association certified trainer with a history of excellence in showing and horse care. Her coaching has brought the Cornell Equestrian Team an outstanding record … Read more
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