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Trail Horse Hoof Care

Diane E. Rice June 15, 2022

Learn about the best trimming and shoeing practices to ensure your horse stays sound while traveling the trails.

How Do Nutritionists Define ‘Recreational Horses’?

Michelle Anderson October 18, 2021

Activity level is an important part of designing diets for horses. In this podcast clip, Dr. Clair Thunes helps horse owners understand what constitutes a “recreational horse.”

A Trail Ride Through Bryce Canyon National Park

Alayne Blickle November 5, 2020

Ride along with two BLM mustangs as they and their riders explore Bryce Canyon National Park.

Camping is all about simplicity and going back to nature, but adding horses to the picture means you must make many more considerations. Our sources shared their top tips for getting ready to go horse camping.

17 Tips for Recreational Trail Riders

Diane E. Rice June 4, 2020

Trail riding season is in full swing, and our sources answered 17 questions about keeping your horse sound and healthy.

COVID-19 Limits Public Land Access for Horseback Riding

Alayne Blickle April 24, 2020

Public lands are managed by several local, state, and federal agencies, meaning rules and closures might vary, even within the same area. Find out if and where you can ride.

14 Tips to Keep Yourself Safe From COVID-19 When Trail Riding

Alayne Blickle April 24, 2020

A veteran trail rider shares practical tips to keep yourself healthy and maintain social distancing while still enjoying time on your horse.

Keeping Your Horse Healthy on the Trail

Sarah Evers Conrad September 14, 2019

Learn how to prepare for, prevent, and handle potential emergencies on the trail.

Be a Good Steward of Public Land: 10 Tips for Equestrian Trail Riders

Alayne Blickle September 12, 2019

If we want to keep our trails and public lands open to horses, we must be responsible riders who care for the land and coexist with other trail users.

Horse Camping 101: Packing in Remote Locations

Kim McCarrel June 27, 2019

June is National Camping Month! In the final installment of our horse camping series, learn how to vacation with your horse at remote locations—that is, “horse packing.”

Horse Camping 101: Vacations at Horse Camps

Kim McCarrel June 20, 2019

June is National Camping Month! In the second part of our horse camping series, learn how to vacation at a designated horse camp.

Tips for Greener Horse Trails

Alayne Blickle June 15, 2019

Even out in the great wide-open there are things we horse owners can do to reduce our impact on the environment and take care of natural resources. Here’s what to remember.

Horse Camping 101: Vacations With Accommodations

Kim McCarrel June 13, 2019

June is National Camping Month! Here are some tips on finding vacation spots that offer accommodations for both you and your horse.

8 Ways to Be a Good Trail-Riding Buddy

Kim McCarrel November 29, 2018

We all want to be the kind of person other trail riders enjoy being around. Use these eight simple techniques to be a fun and safe riding buddy on the trail.