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Ranch Versatility – Part II
One of the things I have seen in the last few years is the growth in popularity of Ranch Riding and Versatility and people buying Reining Horses that are not quite making it in the reining world and then using them for Ranch Versatility. However, most reining horses carry their heads down below their withers. When a horse gets relaxed and soft, the head drops lower and lower. While some reining trainers like it when the horse keeps its head low, the Ranch Versatility rulebook is very clear that a natural head carriage is desired. I am seeing a lot of Reining horses used for Ranch Versatility and while these horses do well, the low headset goes against what Ranch Versatility is all about and does not work well for the horse.
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The summer season of trail riding is now in full swing
The summer season of trail riding is now in full swing. With most schools closed for the summer, people are looking for places to ride their horses. We have a special event that you, your family and friends might enjoy with their horses. Even if you do not have a horse, but have some experience riding, we can supply horses. Over the years, I have always enjoyed combining horse vacations with historical locations.
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The Magnificent Met Mounted Police Return To Olympia, The London International Horse Show
Adding to this year’s stellar line-up of entertainment, the Mounted Branch of the Metropolitan Police will be returning with their breath-taking Activity Ride, a phenomenal demonstration of skill and bravery as they negotiate hazards, portraying complete trust between horse and Officer. Expect horses jumping through a solid paper wall, fire, and many more edge-of-the-seat moments as the horses boldly illustrate their nerves of steel, in perfect formation.
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Celebrate New Year’s Eve Like The French: Gougeres
Fireworks exploding, people cheering, champagne corks popping; the familiar sounds of New Year’s...
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- Friday News & Notes from Stable Viewby Eventing Nation
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rebecca Farm (@rebeccafarm) You can help raise awareness for Rebecca Farm’s long-standing campaign, Halt Cancer at X with a fun new accessory for your next quarter
- Record Entries Announced Ahead of Burgham Internationalby Edited Press Release
Burgham International Horse Trials, running July 24-27 in Northumberland, England, has received record entries for its eventing classes, featuring many of the best British-based riders and some world-class horses. 24 different nations will be represented
- Thursday News & Notes from Virginia Horse Center Foundationby Eventing Nation
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- Virginia Horse Center Welcomes Back Fall Schooling Event in Augustby Edited Press Release
The Virginia Horse Center is set to host its popular Fall Schooling Horse Trials and Combined Test the weekend of Aug. 23-24. Designed for riders of all levels looking to gain mileage in a relaxed,