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Enya Crockford A rider for most of her life, Enya has been a qualified coach since her teens. She's trained numerous horses up through the eventing levels and is currently working with her sweet but opinionated homebred mare. She recently spoke to Amalia Dempsey, who has discovered a whole new world courtesy of two untrained youngsters.
Amanda Mac As editor of Equestrian Hub Magazine, Amanda’s two longstanding passions, one for horses and the other for writing, come together perfectly. In this issue she talks to Grand Prix dressage rider Louise Curran, whose journey to the top with heart horse Cil Dara Gandalf unfolded in a most unexpected way – a story of success against serious odds.
Dr Doug English A veterinarian and longtime turmeric researcher, Doug completed his Bachelor of Veterinary Science at the University of Queensland in 1974. He’s well-known throughout Australia for his work in the equine industry and is a long-time Equine Veterinarians Australia member. In this issue he delves deep into mycotoxins and sheds light on the threat they pose to your horse’s well-being.
Jessica Morton Jessica is a dual national New Zealand-Italian freelance journalist, equestrian traveller and writer. Currently based in Tuscany, she’s perfectly positioned to bring us the very latest in European equestrian trends and innovations. In this issue she looks at sustainable turnout rugs, before following the extraordinary adventures of a Parisian couple’s adventures ‘en selle’.
Leisa Hofstetter Leisa is an Equine Nutritionist and founder of Hof Equine. She has a Bachelor of Equine Science, specialising in nutrition, and lives on the Far North Coast of NSW. She is familiar with best practice feeding in warmer climates, and in this issue offers some valuable tips on how to tell if your horse is properly hydrated.
Claudia Brodtke A communications professional, Claudia has found a great way to combine her fascination with both writing and the equestrian sports through her contributions to the Equestrian Hub Magazine. Outside her professional life, she’s most likely to be spotted enjoying downtime with her horses. In this issue, she speaks to rising star eventer Amy Gotts-Wheeler. 4 | EQUESTRIAN HUB NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2021
Charlie Brister Regular columnist Charlie is an all-round horseman and an expert in retraining problem horses. He also coaches riders in the art of cross country, show jumping and dressage. In the final part of his two part fitness series, he hits top gear with some expert advice and tips on getting your eventer fit and ready for competition.
Shae Herwig A Medium to Advanced level dressage rider, Shae has been around horses her entire life. She manages The Saddle Hub, trains horses, teaches children of all ages and some adults. Her years of experience with horses took her grooming to the 2020 Paralympics, and she shares a behind-thescenes glimpse of the experience in this issue.
