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A Risky Business

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Risk Management and Confronting Fear by Catherine Madera   Our cover article this month touches on a critical topic in the life of every horse person: fear. Cindi Plendl of Butler Hill Equestrian Center says that “fear is your killer” and I have to agree. The worst accidents I have … Read More

The Quest for Beautiful Carriage

Educated Hands and the Action of the Bit by Shelbie Fredenhagen   The hand is the instrument of all instruments. -Aristotle Working the horse by applying what is known of physics, and the animal’s musculature system, provides the rider with an osteopathic way of working the horse. In this way … Read More

Is Endurance Riding for You?

Endurance Riding

Stories from an Extreme Sport by Michael Campbell, AERC President   If you’re not an endurance rider (yet), it may be difficult to believe that people would do this sport on purpose. It takes a certain dedication and toughness to pursue endurance riding (50-100 mile rides) and limited distance (LD) … Read More

When the Timing is Just Right

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Introducing a Horse Named Feather by Karen Pickering   April has been the best horse anyone could ask for. She’s been a constant companion and over the years we’ve shared many memorable events. Sadly, her navicular disease has finally started to take its toll. Over the last year (during which … Read More

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