100-Day Challenge Archives

Solar Update with Unreleased Video Footage

Written by Chesna on July 7, 2014 · Leave a Comment

I spent part of the long weekend clearing out old computer files. My efforts were rewarded when I discovered the below footage: unreleased video of Solar and I practicing some bridleless riding before the 100-Day Trainer Challenge finale last October. Solar and I performed bridleless as part of our winning […]

Help Sponsor Dux, a CANTER California Cutie

Written by Chesna on November 17, 2013 · Leave a Comment

The Communication Alliance to Network Thoroughbred Ex-Racehorses, CANTER California, is fundraising to help cover the costs of caring for an off-the-track-Thoroughbred, Dux. Saved from an auction after his race career ended, CANTER is working in conjunction with Second Chances California to rehab Dux from a bowed tendon and provide him with […]

Many Thanks for Your Support in the 100-Day Trainer Challenge

Written by Chesna on October 10, 2013 · Leave a Comment

I’ve received tremendous support during the Prodigious Fund’s 100-Day Trainer Challenge. I want to take a moment to thank you all for reading and following along. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated your feedback, stories, and kindness during this process. And I look forward to staying connected. Even though the majority […]

Day 100: The Challenge

Written by Chesna on October 6, 2013 · 1 Comment

DAY 100. What a day with Solar! This ex-racehorse proved to himself and to many more that if given a chance, racehorses can be winners off the track too. We concluded our 100-days together by earning the top spot in the 100-Day Trainer Challenge after three judged phases. Check out […]

Day 99: Solar’s Next Journey

Written by Chesna on October 5, 2013 · 5 Comments

DAY 99. Like in horseraces, the finish line is in sight and we’re down to the wire. Tonight was a comedy of errors with a freezing bath in the dark that left Solar in a pretty grumpy frame of mind. So much for a final ride practice! I tried to […]

Day 97: A Retrospective Look at Solar’s Journey

Written by Chesna on October 4, 2013 · 2 Comments

DAY 97. A summer with Solar is nearly over. The above video montage highlights some of the many activities we did together and the progress this great young horse made over ninety-seven days. I hope Solar and the other four ex-racehorses in the 100-Day Trainer Challenge have inspired you to […]

Vote for Your Fan Favorite Horse in the 100-Day Trainer Challenge!

Written by Chesna on October 2, 2013 · 2 Comments

It’s the final week of the Prodigious Fund’s 100-Day Trainer Challenge, can you believe it?! If you’ve been following along with the ex-racehorses during the Challenge, here’s your chance to vote for your favorite! Hopefully it’s Solar, but then again, I’m a bit biased 🙂 You can cast your vote […]

5 Ways You Can Help Ex-Racehorses

Written by Chesna on October 1, 2013 · Leave a Comment

If you’ve been following the Prodigious Fund’s 100-Day Trainer Challenge, then chances are you care a little bit about horses, and ex-racehorses in particular. According to the Jockey Club, nearly 30,000 Thoroughbred horses are born in the U.S. each year. The vast majority of these Thoroughbreds will be used for […]

Day 93: Our Uphill Battle

Written by Chesna on September 29, 2013 · Leave a Comment

DAY 93. You know this expression, “it was an uphill battle.” I can’t help but think how this little saying characterizes my work with Solar. Now, this is not to imply that our time together hasn’t been enjoyable, or that it has been antagonistic in nature. On the contrary. However, this […]

Join Us October 5: 100-Day Trainer Challenge Finale and TB Horse Show

Written by Chesna on September 27, 2013 · Leave a Comment

On Saturday, October 5, 2013 join us for the Prodigious Fund’s Thoroughbred-only horse show at Donida Farm in Auburn, WA. If you’ve been following along with the Prodigious Fund’s 100-Day Trainer Challenge, you are welcome to come see all five of the horses and trainers perform from noon to 1 […]