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In this series, Western Dressage from a Judge’s Perspective, I will give you tips from my point of view as a judge that may help your scores and learn to ride with more accuracy and precision I find there are common challenges that everyone has learning the discipline, or common movements that riders have difficulty learning, which leads to horse and rider frustrations
This part of the series will address Level 2, the first in which collected gaits are introduced There are many new requirements in Level 2 so let’s break it down in two parts
Tips for the Collected Jog and Lope: In the collected jog you will see horses that are not in a correct outline in one of two ways.
1 The horse will be too long and flat in the spine and out beyond the vertical with their head, not having an uphill energetic gait and balance
2 The horse will be too tight in his body with a short neck, tight back, on or behind the vertical with the head, and will not be engaging the hind legs with freedom.
Anything in between is what is sought after in Level 2. A horse with a collected outline will bear more weight to the hind legs, engage easily and with energy, with the forehand is lighter, and the poll higher than the wither The head of the horse will be on the vertical with a light contact of the bit and a relaxed neck and body
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At the collected lope we are in search of the same outline, only a bit more obviously uphill self-carriage and balance. The horse must show:
1.A three-beat gait at all times
2.Staying straight while bending and straight at all times to carry the correct body alignment to be balanced and keep the three-beat gait
After the collected gaits, I have a few tips for the specific required movements in this level Follow for the Shoulder In and Haunches In or Travers
Tips for the Shoulder In:
1.The weakest area in this movement is riders not having the correct angle. Usually there is too much angle and the horse is on 4 tracks The horse should be on 3 tracks at a 30-degree angle
2 It is necessary to keep the bend of the horse during the movement
3 Also commonly the horse loses tempo as the movement starts or as it continues
4.The most common error is that the rider pulls with the inside rein. This only bends the neck, not the body. When this happens all 3 of the above errors can be seen-not enough angle, not enough bend to the horse, and a slow tempo
Tips for the Haunches In or Travers:
1 The most common weak area of Haunches In is there is not enough bend to the horse and the movement then becomes leg yielding
2.To earn the highest scores, your horse must have correct bend and balance while going straight. He travels on 4 tracks with the front legs on the track.
3.If the rider is trying to get too much bend, again pulling with the inside rein too much, the horse resists in some way as he shifts the haunches back to the rail!
Coming soon, in Part 2 I will address the Simple Change of Lead through the Walk, the 10 Meter Circle at the Working Lope and the Sidepass.
Have fun practicing the collected gaits and the first new requirements at Level 2! Palm Equestrian Academy generalinfo@lynnpalm.com 352-362-7847
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There are currently approximately 155,000 horses in Michigan, based on the last Equine Survey (2007). While these numbers may have decreased somewhat based on the recession, the use of horses in the state has not decreased, and in fact may be increasing (personal observation). Each of these animals is in need of regular hoof care, with trimming required every 6-8 weeks and shoes (for those who are shod) required on a similar schedule.
The old adage “no foot, no horse” holds, in that a horse without regular hoof care by a knowledgeable professional, is unlikely to be of use to its human caretakers. Further, most horsemen and women would rather hire someone knowledgeable to do this work than to do it themselves Finally, well-trained farriers have the potential to make a decent
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HORSE ASSOCIATION & TRAIL RIDERS NEWS
Construction Schedule Update - The Horse Campground will BE OPEN all of 2025 camping season.
There is a caveat, though. By the publication of this issue of Saddle Up, the main entrance to the horse camp may be closed. The park staff have built a second entrance into the horse camp to avoid passing the dump station which is being rebuilt. Due to the rebuild, the paved road is closed at the dump station. To get to the horse campground we will use the road toward Day Staging, and make a right turn through site 131, which will be closed for the season. Please be careful using this entrance as it crosses the Confidence Course. Horses and riders should be able to see you coming from a distance, but be extra careful anyway.
If you have reserved site 131 for this summer, you will want to call the park at 616-527-3750 and ask to have your resevation moved. Under this circumstance, they will move the reservation for you.
The Chili Cookoff is On for 2025. The date is October 4, 2025 so reservations have been open since early April.
We have marked out the obstacle locations on Phase 2, and are waiting on approval from state level DNR to install obstacles. We hope to announce workbee dates in August, but it may turn into a fall project. Many obstacles are going to require purchased materials (your dues at work), and some building, so additional hands, more than board members, would sure be appreciated to help construct them. If you are on the trails yet this year or early next year, PLEASE plan to ride this trail each time you come to the park. We need it packed in before we build obstacles.
We hope you will continue to support our efforts to keep improving your experience at Ionia Horse Trails. Don’t forget, we now have a new option for memberships. Those who prefer can donate $200.00 and will be given a Life Time membership in IHTA. Please renew your membership now and keep the momentum going.
Here's hoping 2025 brings you healthy horses and all the riding time you want.
Ithinkthehotsummerhasarrived!Ifyouare likeme,youhaven’tdonealotofriding, maybesomelightarenawork.Thisheatand humiditycandefinitelybehardonthehorseandrider!Hopingforjustalittlecooler weatherfortheforeseeablefuture Thewatercrossingontheeasterntrailthat parallelsBeckroad,TrailY-Z,hasbeena challenge Thewatercrossinghasaslope downanduptothetraillevel,crossingovera smallcreek Itisafunbutchallengingtrail thatisoftennotridden.Weareworkingto keepitopenandareopentoyourfeedback onit!
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OurHalloweenTrailRideistentatively scheduledforSunday,October19,2025at 11:00am Pleasemarkyourcalendars! PleaserememberthatthereisNOhuntingat MayburyStatePark,whichmakesitagreat placetoridealltimesoftheyear Continuetofollowusonourwebsite, wwwmayburytrailriderscomorFacebookfor updatesonthetrails,eventsandgeneral newsgoingoninthepark Feelfreetopost picturesfromyourrides. HappyTrails!
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August is here and so is cooler riding. What clinics or other activities have you participated in? Have you been trail riding up north, across the state, down toward the southern side or out of state? Camping in the cool woods sure beats the heat. Sitting around the campfire sharing stories tops off a great day of riding. Our Face Book page and website (michiganfoxtrottinghorse.com) have been getting lots of interest lately. Both are available to educate everyone all about Fox Trotters and our activities. Many people are also shopping for their next steed. If you are new to MFTs, bring a knowledgeable person with you to try the prospect out. Try to buy from someone you or someone your friends know. You will be safer in knowing that the seller will more likely be more honest with you.If that is not possible, there are reputable breeders in Missouri and other states to buy from. Many people buy weanlings to train themselves. Basic groundwork and connection can be done daily when you interact with them anyways. After they mature more mentally and physically the training sessions can be gradually increased. There
are clinicians online or in person who can guide you. Some even have dvds to instruct you. Usually people hang on to their good trail broke MFTs but sometimes they have to sell due to family circumstances or financial constraints. Come ride with us! Our affiliate is hosting The Great Lakes National Trail ride August 22-24 at Silver Creek County Park,3900 34th Ave., Hamilton, MI 49419. Make your camping reservations at https://allegancounty.org/departments/parks -recreation-and-touris m/campsitereservations. There are lots of shady sites to choose from. Go to michiganfoxtrottinghorse.com to print off the ride registration form to submit at the ride and to find out more information. All breeds are welcome. There is a $10 ride fee. You do not need to be a member of the MFHA or the MFTHBA to participate. There will be a potluck and a silent auction also. Bring your friends. We are looking forward to meeting you! We are the Michigan affiliate of the Missouri Fox Trotter Horse Breed Association (mfthba.com) based in Ava, MO. We have filed for 501c3 non-profit status. Our mission is to promote Fox Trotters and to encourage the breeding and training of them, as well as to help their owners learn to enjoy their horses more through educational clinics, trail rides and discussion.
Check out our active Facebook page which gets updated often. Just get a new Fox Trotter? Then you are encouraged to join. There's lots to learn. Print off the membership form found on michiganfoxtrottinghorse.com, send it in and meet new friends!
Hello Trail Riders,
We are trying something new this year due to the winter ice storm in Northern Michigan. Come ride with us September 4th thru the 14th (10 nights and 11 days). The September ride will be 219.3 miles starting at Cadillac and heading north to Scheck’s Place Trail Camp, and then heading East to Lake Huron. This is a Trophy ride with no layovers. Register to ride for one day or the whole ride. When you register early you save money, after August 24th the $14.00 camping fee increases to $15.00 (Note: the online fees are higher due to the fees charged to us).
Our beautiful color ride will be October 9th thru the 13th at South Branch Trail Camp (4 Nights and 5 days) early registration ends September 28th.
The MTRA has several planned rides each year where you bring your own horse to camp and ride our scheduled trail rides. The ride calendars change every year in
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location and distance. You can find this information on our web site at mtra.org. Please review the MTRA STORE page for the links to the printable Calendars and other information.
REGISTRATIONS: All persons attending this ride, whether riding or not, MUST REGISTER and PAY the fee of $14.00 per night if preregistered, $15.00 if not pre-registered by the cut-off date. There will be NO FEE for youth (0-17 years) but their parents must be current members!
Register online at mtra.org using the
MTRA STORE link at the top of the page. Visit our face book page “MTRA Friends” and talk to riders ask questions and join the group or... Contact: mtra.office@gmail.com for questions.
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ComecampwithusattheOrtonville RecreationAreaEquestrianCampground!!! Weareoneofthefirststateparkequestrian campgroundstoopeninAprilandoneofthe lasttocloseattheendofNovember.All21 campsitesarereservableatMichiganState ParksReservationSystem (midnrreservationscom) Sevensiteshave corralsandallhaveatleast3picketposts Ifyoudon’tthinkOrtonvillehasenoughtrail mileagefortheamountoftimeyouwantto camp,considercombiningyourOrtonville/ HadleyHillsadventurewithotherMichigan equestriancampgroundsandtrails Consult theMichiganHorseTrailsDirectoryforideas andinsightsonhowtomakethemostofyour vacationwithyourhorse!!!Youcanlinktoit fromtheOREAwebsiteathadleyhillscom 16milesnorthoftheOrtonvillecampground, ElbaEquestrianComplexislocatedafew milesnorthoftheElbaRoadI-69exitat1875 NElbaRd,LapeerMI48446 Trailstherevary fromlevelfieldstoglacialfeaturesknownas hogbacks(whichresemblehog’sbacksfrom anaerialview) FromtheGeneseeCounty Parkswebsite:“
WhatareHogbacks?It’swhatgeologists eitherside InGeneseeCounty,it’swhatwe call2,000acresofhiking,fishing,bird watching,horsebackridingandall-around naturalbeauty “
Thecampgroundhas25rusticsiteswitha hand-pumpforpotablewater Trailsarenot well-marked,sotakeapictureofthetrailmap
inthekiosk Reservationsareavailableonline atElbaEquestrianCampingorcalling(810) 736-7100extension6 Thereisnohuntingat thepark,soitisagreatdestinationduring deerseason
Elbahasfourmainwaterfeatures,buthas manyadditionalpondsandswampareas throughoutthepark
Justnorthofthecampgroundthereisa challengingshortlooptrailtotheeastthat overlooksthesouthwestportionofMudLake HasslerCreekbisectstheparkandempties intotheHollowayReservoir Thereareridge trailsoverlookingHasslerCreekproviding beautifulviewsofoneofthe naturalstreamsthathasnotbeen straightened Viewsaremostimpressive whenleavesareeitherintheirspectacularfall colorsorwhentherearenoleavesonthe trees Thereareafewplacestocross, includingabridgeonColdwaterRoad ColdwaterRoadisclosedtobicycleand motorizedtrafficwithinthepark. Thereisaridgetrailoverlookinganunnamed lake(referredtoasColdwaterLake)thatruns alongtheeastandsouthsideofColdwater Roadthathasbeautifulvistas–especiallyin thefallwhentheleavesaredoingtheirthing! Thereisaplacetowateryourhorsesjustoff theroad
Therearethreecontrastingtrailsalongthe HollowayReservoir Theeasternmosttrail loopsnorthofColdwaterRoad Thewestern partofthetrailbeginsjusteastofthe wateringspotonColdwaterLakeandfollows thesouthernshorelineofthereservoir In someplacesyouarewithinfeetofit Whileit ismostlyarollingterrain,thereisaravineto traverse(ortakeabypasstrailtoavoid) Thereisaccesstotheeasternmostpointof thereservoirwhereyoucantakeyourhorse in Thereisalsoaridgetrailoverlookingthe reservoirtowardsthewestendofthetrail systembetweenColdwaterandStanley Roads ThethirdtrailisnorthofStanleyRoad andloopstoencompassadifferentpartof thesouthshorewithplaceswithwater accessonalargerandbusierportionofthe reservoir Wehopetoseeyououtonthetrails!
Summer is going by so quickly! The hot humid days of July are not disappointing for us as we work to get hay in the barn for winter.
We would like to welcome the newest WDAMI Board members, Glenda Warner and Ida Norris. Both ladies are long time horse women competing and training horse for many years. Glenda and Ida are also licensed Western Dressage judges. We are so excited to have them join our Board of Directors. Welcome to WDAMI, ladies!!
The last of our virtual shows is called the BOSS. Entries for the show can be registered August 9 through September 1. Video submissions must be submitted by September 22. Judging and Results will be shared September 23 through October 2. If you would like to participate in our last virtual show for 2025, go to www.spotlighthorseshows.com to register. If you would like to sponsor ($35) a class for the show, please go to our website, click on Shop and then click on Sponsor BOSS 2025. Your support is most appreciated.
The Western Dressage Association ® of American World Show is fast approaching. The show will be held in Guthrie OK at the Lazy E Arena September 16 through September 20. More information can be found at www.westerndressageassociation.org. The event is fun and informative. Competitors from all over the US and Canada come to compete. This year there will be competitors from Michigan!
There are still many live and virtual shows to participate in around Michigan. Enjoy and be safe.
Until next time, be kind and thoughtful to all around you. It is what the world needs now.
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Michigan EVENTS
August 1st-3rd; Sept. 12th-14th
MI-FQHR All Breeds Open Division Show: Herd Work, Cutting, Ranch Classes, plus more! https://www michigan-fqhr com/ Midland County Fairgrounds
August 1-3
Great Lakes Buckskin AssociationGLBA & Michigan Appaloosa Horse Association- MApHA Farm Bureau Pavilion at MSU Split Combined Show www greatlakesbuckskinassociation org/
August 2, 16, 29, & 30, 2025: TNT Arena 2025 Sorting Shows Open: $25/Rider, #8, #5, $25/Rider, #2 $15/Rider All shows start at 10am $50 Payback all class except #2. #2 class buckles to winning team each show TNT-Arena com 734-649-7973 5251 Lyons Rd , Lyons, MI 48851
August 6th-10th
Michigan Horse Trails Association and Michigan Trail Riders Association Inc Camp & Ride weekend at Goose Creek in Grayling, MI Call for more info: 989-324-8549
August 9th-10th
Michigan Paint Horse Club Back 2 Basics- 2 Judges
Cass County Fairgrounds- Cassopolis, MI Approved for APHA & Michigan Paint Horse Points www.miphs.com
August 28th - 7pm
(entries open at 6pm)
Buckle Series Speed Show
(Rescheduled from May 16 Speed Show) th Tuscola County Fairgrounds
Contact Amy Kotsch (989)683-3271
August 28th - 31st
West Michigan Arabian Horse Association 50 Anniversary Celebration Fall Classic Horse Show th 700 E Ash Street Ingham County Fairgrounds, Mason MI 48854
August 29 - September 1, 2025: Labor Day Weekend Sleep Hollow Trail Riders Camp Over Saturday poker run, potluck campfire Call Marsha Putnam at 989-277-8544.
September 6, 2025: Pine Lake Stables September Dressage Show. Plainwell, Michigan Online entries available at pinelakestables com Entries deadline is August 28, 2025.
September 27, 2025 Fall Horseshoe Hunt Trail Ride. Silver Creek Equestrian Campground 3900 134th Ave Hamilton MI 49419 Questions Kaitlynn Tuckey 810-614-1468 kait tuckey@yahoo com Facebook: The Walking Horse Association of MI
October 4-5, 2025: Phil Haugen Horsemanship Tour $750 00/Rider Lyons, Michigan at TNT Arena Limited to 15 riders. More information and tickets available at philhaugenhorsemanship.com/events
October 17 - 19, 2025: Explore the Hollow Sleepy Hollow Trail Riders Weekend Camp Over. Extra trails Friday and Saturday Potluck on Saturday Call Marsha Putnam at 989277-8455
MICHIGAN AUCTIONS
HORSE & TACK AUCTION: 2nd Saturday of each month 5:00pm start Lake Odessa Livestock Auction, 3675 Tupper Lake Rd., Lake Odessa, MI. Call Roger Leech 231 730 0353 Facebook or lakeodessalivestock.com
HORSE/TACK AUCTION: First Saturday of each month (except July) Tack 2pm, Horses after 6pm Consignments welcome. Northern Michigan Livestock, 1848 N Townline Rd. Gaylord, MI. Office 231.439.5679. Find us on Facebook northernmichiganlivestock com
MONDAYS: HAY & STRAW: 3:30pm, Livestock 5pm (cattle, goats, sheep, hogs, etc.) Ravenna Auction, LLC. 3265 S Slocum Road, Ravenna, MI Call 231 853- 5738 Facebook or visit us at ravennaauction com
TACK AUCTION: 3rd Saturday of each month, 5pm start Longhorn Auction Service, 3265 S Slocum Rd , Ravenna, MI. Call 231.730-0353. Facebook: Longhom Auction Service
YODER BROS. AUCTION SERVICE: Spring and Fall Horse and Carriage Auctions in Mt Pleasant, MI Auctioneers: LeRoy Yoder or Willis Yoder, 989-386-9082, Clair, MI.
WHSHORSE&TACKAUCTION:4th Saturdayofthemonth,10amstart WaylandHopkinsLivestockAuction, 363410St.,Wayland,MI.CallLeon Casey5179374305 Visitusat your-auctionioneerscom
Ohio EVENTS
August 3, September 13: River Road Jumper Show-Hinckley Ohio All rounds will be judged by optimum time, encouraging safe steady correct riding Stabling is available $30 a day. Including initial bedding Entries will close the Thursday before the show. Schedule will be available Friday morning
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August 15, September 19, October 3, and October 17 (finals only): Friday Night Buckle Series, Starts at 6:30pm Unlimited Runs Includes Stakes, Flags, Down & Back, Cake Walk, Mystery, Poles, and Barrels Show Info from Leanne Louive at 330-844-4041. Hosted at 4200 Overton Rd , Wooster, OH
August 30, September 20 and October 18: Dusty Britches Farmer’s Tan Gymkhana 9AM Start Time Miami Co Fairgrounds 650 N County Rd 25-A Troy, Ohio 45373 Enter Online Via SaddleBrook Follow Dusty Britches Equestrian on Facebook
August 12, September 6, October 4 and November 2: Breakaway From Cancer Breakaway Series. 70% Payback Entry deadline is the Monday prior to each event Locations vary depending on the date For more info: follow Breakaway From Cancer on Facebook
OHIO AUCTIONS
ATHENS LIVESTOCK SALES: Sale every Saturday at 12:30pm. Consignment welcome Athens Livestock Sales, 3738 Enlow Road, Albany, OH. Call 740.592.2322. Email: jdbrowning01@gmail com or find us on Facebook
MT. HOPE AUCTION: Horse, rack, livestock auctions monthly Mt Hope Auction, 8076 SR 241 Millersburg, OH Call us at 330.674.6188, email: info@mthopeauction com Find us on Facebook or mthopeauction com
LARUE HORSE SALE, LLC: Hay, straw, tack, and horse auction on the first Saturday of every month. 1059 Richwood-Larue Rd , Larue, OH Call 419 889 9150, email laruehorsesales@hotmail.com. laruehorsesales com
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HAMILTON COUNTY HORSE SALES: 1st & 3rd Saturday each month. New and used tack, hay, strawy, trailers, & horses. Consignors welcome. 22217 St Road 37 N , Noblesville, IN Call 317 946 4450 or 317 773 5590 or find us on Facebook for more information
IILLIANA LIVESTOCK, LLC: Tack, ponies, donkeys, and horse sales held at the Vermillion County Fairgrounds, 325 W. Maple St. Cayuga, IN. Call Clay Norris 574 780 8378 or Cobie Norris 217 260 5696 Facebook “Illiana Livestock LLC“
SHIPSHEANA TRADING PLACE: Horse Auction Fridays. 10:30am tack, 12:30pm horses 345 S Van Buren Shipshewana, IN. 260.768.4129, email: info@shipshewanatradingplace com, or visit shipshewanatradingplace com
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Today's Youth Are Different and That's a Good Thing
By Robert Eversole trailmeister.com
Every generation has its critics From Socrates grumbling about the youth of ancient Greece to folks my age raising eyebrows at millennials and Gen Z, it’s practically tradition to mutter, “Kids these days…” like that’s the final word on the matter
We shake our heads and say the next generation is glued to their phones That they don’t work hard Don’t know how to “do things right.” Too soft. Too distracted. Too different. Well, with all due respect to the hand-wringers and doomsayers. I have to disagree. Strongly.
Yes, today’s youth are different. I’d be worried if they weren’t They’re growing up in a world that looks nothing like the one we knew in the ’70s or ’80s And you know what? That’s not just okay, it’s exactly how it should be
They’re not worse They’re not lazy They’re not broken They’re adapting to a faster, louder, more complicated world. And from where I stand, especially in the saddle or on the back of a hay wagon, they’re not just doing a pretty darn good job, they’re showing remarkable resilience and grit
“Children must be taught how to think, not what to think ” – Margaret Mead
A Different World, A Different Generation
We fixed fence with granddad. They learn horsemanship on YouTube We passed notes in class They text We looked things up in encyclopedias. They ask Google.
Technologies changed. But so have the stakes. Climate instability, economic uncertainty, and a nonstop news cycle shape the world they’re inheriting Yet in the midst of all that, I still see creativity, empathy, and resilience shining through
“The youth of today are the leaders of tomorrow ” – Nelson Mandela
The Work Ethic Is Alive and Well I recently hired a 14-year-old to help me haul hay Hot, heavy work that builds character fast. And this kid? He showed up, stayed focused, and worked just as hard as any adult I’ve hired No complaints No excuses Just steady effort from start to finish
By the end of the day, he’d earned more than a paycheck, he’d earned my respect.
And that work ethic? It didn’t come from nowhere. His mother clearly taught him well You could see it in the way he carried himself, in his initiative and quiet confidence That kind of character starts at home, and she deserves a tip of the hat
At a clinic in Utah, I found myself surrounded by ranch kids, tough as rawhide, riding like they were born in the saddle. Calm Capable Compassionate with their animals These weren’t just promising riders. They were already fine horsemen and women Watching them work their mules, I thought, If I keep at it, maybe one day I’ll be as good a horseman as they are
“What we instill in our children will be the foundation upon which they build their future ” – Steve Maraboli
Rewriting the Rules of Success
We were handed a pretty narrow script: go to college, get a job, buy a house, settle down Today’s youth know that path isn’t guaranteed, or even desirable. So, they’re carving their own
Some are launching businesses in their teens Others are trading office jobs for pack trips and passion projects Many are choosing meaning over money, and they’re redefining success on their own terms
They’re not rejecting hard work They’re just rejecting the idea that there’s only one way to make a good life.
“Success is liking yourself, liking what you do, and liking how you do it ” – Maya Angelou
Let’s Ride Beside Them
It’s easy to judge what we don’t understand But maybe it’s time we stop trying to steer and start riding beside them instead
Today’s youth aren’t turning their backs on tradition
They’re building on it Blending what works with what needs to change They don’t need us to hold the reins But they might appreciate knowing we’re still around the campfire, still watching their back on the trail, still believing in them, even when they ride a different route than we did.
What they need isn’t control. It’s encouragement. It’s guidance when asked And maybe, just maybe, a little humility from us older hands, because truth be told, we’ve still got things to learn, too
“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, you are a leader ” – John Quincy Adams
The Future Looks Bright
So yes, today’s youth are different from those of us who grew up in the disco haze of the ’70s or the mixtape era of the ’80s. And thank goodness for that. The world is changing fast And the next generation? They’re not just rising to meet it, they’re shaping it. With muddy boots, open minds, and a kind of quiet heart that gives me hope.
So, the next time someone says, “Kids these days ” maybe smile, tip your hat, and say, “Yeah And I’d trust ‘ em with my horse any day ”
“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” – Eleanor Roosevelt
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Embracing Change: Finding Steady Ground Through the Shifts
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If it feels like life—or your horsemanship journey—is shifting beneath your feet, you’re not alone. Change shows up for all of us. Sometimes it roars in with a big event or a horse who suddenly feels different. Other times, it arrives more quietly—a shift in your schedule, your energy, or your perspective. However it shows up, change can be both exciting and unsettling. But here’s something important to remember:
Growth is change.
Even if you think you’re someone who doesn’t like change, chances are you’re still hoping something shifts—more peace, more connection, more clarity. And all of that begins with change, even the tiniest kind. Yes, even a new thought counts. Our horses remind us how to meet change with presence. They don’t overthink what just happened or worry about what’s next. They respond to what’s true in the moment. And when they’re offered consistency, clarity, and compassion, they find their balance again—even when things feel unfamiliar.
We can learn to do the same.
Here are five gentle, supportive steps to help you meet change with steadiness, softness, and self-trust—each one paired with an example from the barn.
1. Acknowledge What’s Changing
Naming what’s shifting—your routine, your horse’s behavior, your energy—brings clarity and helps your nervous system settle. It’s okay to say, “Something feels different.”
Example: Your horse, who’s usually eager to connect, seems distant. Instead of pushing through, you pause and acknowledge, “Something’s changed.” That honest moment opens the door for curiosity and connection.
2. Breathe Into the Uncertainty Change often stirs up big feelings. That doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong—it usually means something new is unfolding. A few deep breaths can help you shift from reaction into presence.
Example: Your riding plans fall apart. You feel the frustration rising. Instead of rushing to fix it, you take three deep breaths next to your horse. That simple pause helps you re-center— and opens up a different kind of connection.
3. Reconnect to What’s Steady
When everything feels wobbly, return to what grounds you. A quiet grooming session, a slow walk, leaning on the fence and just being—these little moments help restore calm.
Example: On a day that feels rushed and full, you choose to slow down and groom your horse with presence. As your hands move, you both start to soften. That steadiness is always available.
4. Shift from Control to Curiosity
Trying to control things often adds pressure. Curiosity, on the other hand, invites softness. Try asking, “What’s this here to teach me?” and let that guide your next steps. Example: Your horse hesitates at a new obstacle. Instead of pushing, you get curious: “What are they noticing that I might have missed?” That shift in energy invites partnership instead of resistance.
5. Celebrate Adaptation as Growth
Every time you adjust with care, you’re growing. Give yourself credit. These small pivots are powerful, and they build trust— with your horse and with yourself.
Example: You planned to ride, but your horse seems unsettled. You decide to spend time hand-walking instead. That flexibility honors the moment—and strengthens the connection.
Change doesn’t always ask for a big leap. Sometimes, it just wants a breath. A pause. A soft question.
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Here’s to meeting whatever’s shifting with gentleness, groundedness, and trust.
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