April is sustainability month! As such, this month I would like to discuss environmentally-focused topics as they relate to horses and equestrianism. This week we are starting with 9 simple ways that equestrians can reduce their carbon footprint. Photo by eberhard 🖐 grossgasteiger on Unsplash What is a carbon footprint? According to The Nature Conservancy,…… Continue reading 9 Ways Equestrians Can Reduce Their Carbon Footprint
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9 Signs It’s Time to Break Up with Your Horseback Riding Instructor
Do you want to learn how to ride horses? Have you found a horseback riding instructor but suddenly realize that you are no longer enjoying your lessons? Here are 9 reasons why you may want to break up with your horseback riding instructor. Photo by Stefanie Poepken on Unsplash 1. They are disrespectful to you.…… Continue reading 9 Signs It’s Time to Break Up with Your Horseback Riding Instructor
My 2024 Equestrian New Year’s Resolutions
We are already halfway through January 2024, but that won’t stop me from making some equestrian New Year’s resolutions! Photo by Helena Lopes on Unsplash 1. Put more energy into the MWE blog In case some of you haven’t noticed, I have been slacking a bit with my weekly blog posts. I don’t have a…… Continue reading My 2024 Equestrian New Year’s Resolutions
7 Things Your Horse Would Actually Like for Christmas
Over the years I have seen many posts and videos of equestrians showing off what they bought their horse for Christmas. A lot of the times it is the latest Ogilvy saddle pad (in a limited edition color!), “support” boots, or maybe some shiny new spurs (woohoo). This year, I wanted to share a list…… Continue reading 7 Things Your Horse Would Actually Like for Christmas
10 Ridiculous Things I Have Heard in the Equine Industry
The equine industry is a wild place. Everyone does things in their own unique way (which isn’t always a good thing). This week I wanted to share some of the craziest things I have heard during my time working in the equine industry. 1. “Don’t feed hay before the lesson. The horses will get an…… Continue reading 10 Ridiculous Things I Have Heard in the Equine Industry
My Top 5 “Hot Takes” as an Equestrian
As a “horse-crazy” girl of nearly 20 years and an equestrian for over 15, I’ve seen and heard quite a few things. During this time, I’ve also developed what I consider to be some “hot takes”. This week I wanted to share my top 5 “hot takes” that I’ve come to hold as an equestrian.…… Continue reading My Top 5 “Hot Takes” as an Equestrian
7 Reasons You Should Take Up Horseback Riding
As someone who has been riding for over 16 years and horse crazy for 20, I think everyone should ride a horse at least once in their life. This week, I wanted to share 7 reasons you should take up horseback riding! If you have any of your own reasons, feel free to share below!…… Continue reading 7 Reasons You Should Take Up Horseback Riding
9 Important Safety Rules at the Horse Barn
As we start to make preparations to grow our horseback riding lesson business, the discussion of safety rules at the horse barn has come up. To ensure order and prevent bodily harm at the barn, it is always wise to have a few concrete rules in place. This list sums up a few that we…… Continue reading 9 Important Safety Rules at the Horse Barn
Buying a Horse Trailer? Check Out These Options
Photo by Kenny Eliason on Unsplash In last week’s post we discussed the different trailer types that are available. This week I wanted to delve into some more horse trailer options that are available. We will be looking at trailer material, hitch types, and entry methods, as well as some safety precautions and extra things…… Continue reading Buying a Horse Trailer? Check Out These Options
Simple DIY Stirrup Covers Made From Repurposed Materials
Do you have an old t-shirt that is no longer wearable but you can’t bring yourself to throw it away? Have no fear! You can repurpose that shirt and make super easy DIY stirrup covers in under an hour! For this project you’ll need enough fabric to make four 9″x9″ squares and two 1″x20″ strips…… Continue reading Simple DIY Stirrup Covers Made From Repurposed Materials