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EQUINE JOURNAL
| November 2012
EDITOR’S NOTE
Giving Thanks AS THANKSGIVING APPROACHES every year, I always add my horses to the list of things that I am thankful for. Now that my son has turned three, I would like to share more of my riding time with him, with the hope that he will at least appreciate horses, even if he doesn’t love them like I do. Pony shopping will, hopefully, be in my future, but right now he enjoys being led around on my trusty Quarter Horse, April. She is laid back like many Quarter Horses are, but there is much more to the breed than just a steady disposition. Whether you jump, barrel race, or ride western pleasure, the Quarter Horse has you covered. This month, Elisabeth Prouty-Gilbride talked to four top trainers about the Quarter Horse show circuit and some common misconceptions about the breed in “The Real Deal” on page 82. If you are a hunter/jumper rider, don’t miss Kathryn Selinga’s article on course design, “Setting the Standards.” There is a lot to consider when setting a course— striding, arena space, terrain, and footing—and understanding all of these factors not only helps when setting a practice track, but also when riding a course at a show. To guide you through all of the factors, we enlisted the advice of 1996 Olympic Course Designer and FEI licensed “O” Jumping Course Designer, Linda Allen, and Professor of Course Design and Construction at Centenary College, Tara Clausen. Find out more on page 46. Also up this month, we have the article “Inside the Helix: DNA Testing for Color Breeds.” Constant advancements in DNA testing takes out some of the guesswork in breeding for color and adds value to your business. Who doesn’t like that? Find out more on page 76. And, if you or someone you know is a young rider, turn to page 66 to learn about some amazing opportunities that exist for college and high school equestrians— some that surprised even us at the Journal. Writer Chris Keim takes us through seven groups that offer the chance to compete in riding as a team—a great way to combine your favorite sport with the camaraderie of others who share your love. We have some great features lined up this month, but I am also excited about the changes we’ve made based on your feedback. Now, you can find all of your breed- and discipline-related news combined into one, easy-to-read section with an enhanced design. Let us know what you think!
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