Apr 10, 2020Friends in Need: 3 (Real) Ways to Help the Equestrian Community TodayPonyPandemic: April 10th, 2020 — As we approach the one-month mark in the COVID-19 pandemic quarantine, every day seems to bring with it another dose of bad news. In every industry, in every segment of society, no one is immune to the effects, especially those in our equestrian community. For many of us, not being…Covid 196 min readCovid 196 min read
Mar 31, 2020Feeling Grounded? Don’t! Here Are 5 Ways to Become a Better Rider, Even When You Can’t CompetePony Pandemic: April 1st, 2020 — If the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic has you feeling a little stir crazy (not to mention anxious and depressed), rest assured, you’re not alone. This past week, the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) fell into step with the rest of the country, suspending all USEF-licensed events and activities until…Covid 195 min readCovid 195 min read
Mar 19, 2020Ali Tritschler: How Coronavirus Reminded Me to be GratefulReflections from UGA Equestrian Team Senior & the effects Coronavirus has had on her last season as an NCAA Athlete — Coronavirus7 min readCoronavirus7 min read
Mar 16, 2020Pony Pandemic: 5 Ways to Fight the Spread of COVID-19 While at The BarnPony Pandemic: March 16, 2020 — At this point, we are all aware of the global pandemic that is COVID-19. During this time, it has been requested that we all participate in Social Distancing so that we help flatten the curve. Although there is a lot of science jargon behind this, the basics to know are…Coronavirus4 min readCoronavirus4 min read
Mar 8, 2020The Secret to Success for Joli Jumper? Mrs. Pasture CookiesPonyTalk: March 8th, 2020 — Joli Jumper, owned by Oakland Stables and ridden by Hardin Towell, made their mark after finishing 2nd in the esteemed Queen Elizabeth II Cup at Spruce Meadows. Since then, Joli has continued his success with top placings under Hardin as well as most recently producing great results with junior Irish…Joli Jumper3 min readJoli Jumper3 min read
Mar 1, 2020Learning From The Other Side: A Look at The Sport From a Course Designers PerspectivePony Encyclopedia: February 29th, 2020 — We all go from show to show, jumping tens to hundreds of different courses throughout the year. BUT, have you ever really thought about who designed your course and the thought process behind it? I know I certainly have! …Course Designing4 min readCourse Designing4 min read
Feb 26, 2020Lunging 101Pony Encyclopedia: February 26th, 2020 — Lunging is an important component for every rider’s toolbox, whether you’re using it to exercise and condition, burn off some energy before you ride, or train your horse to the aids. The primary idea: the horse learns to work around you on a circle at the walk, trot, and canter…Lunging4 min readLunging4 min read
Feb 22, 2020Smart, Assertive, Composed - A Chat with Quinta 106PonyTalk: February 21, 2020 — Quinta 106, owned by Swede Ventures LLC and ridden by Peter Lutz, may be a horse you’ve seen a time or two! The most recent winner of the $25,000 CP National Grand Prix at WEF and many great results with her two previous riders, Mclain Ward and Mattias Tromp, she…Ponytalk4 min readPonytalk4 min read
Feb 10, 2020PonyApp’s Quest to find “The Perfect Bit”… It Does ExistThe magic of The Perfect Bit is the ability for any rider, in any discipline to communicate clearly and effectively with their horse.Horses6 min readHorses6 min read
Feb 9, 2020Insider Secrets: Tips and Tricks from 3 Top FEI GroomsPony Encyclopedia: February 9th, 2020 — It’s no secret that the unsung heroes of this sport are the group of people who love these animals just as much and even more than the rest of us, the grooms. BUT there are some secrets they keep to themselves for those quiet and anticipating moments they spend with…Fei3 min readFei3 min read