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Pom Poms and Pirouettes: Dressage in Disguise Show

Written by Chesna on November 1, 2014 · 2 Comments

For the second year in a row, Pip and I attended the Dressage in Disguise / Jeepers Creepers Jump Show hosted by Orion Equestrian in Lynden, WA. Kelsy and Patti from Nayborly Farms also joined us for the trip north. This all-indoor event works perfectly as an end-of-season-have-some-fun show, made […]

Tips for Horseback Riding at the Beach

Written by Chesna on September 22, 2014 · Leave a Comment

If you’re lucky enough to live near a coastline, then riding your horse on the beach is a must-try activity. One of the most freeing feelings in the world is galloping along the shore with sand and surf kicking up at your horse’s heels. Before you head to the beach, […]

To the Beach! Joey’s First Trip to the Ocean

Written by Chesna on September 17, 2014 · 4 Comments

“Either you decide to stay in the shallow end of the pool or you go out in the ocean.” – Christopher Reeve Sun, sand, surf, and horses! The recipe for a perfect Saturday afternoon. This past weekend Kelsy and I took Huxley and Joey to Ocean City, WA for a […]

Three-Day Eventing Pictures from Aspen Farms Horse Trials

Written by Chesna on September 12, 2014 · Leave a Comment

The fall Aspen Farms Horse Trials was picturesque as usual. Sun, horses, and happy riders could be found around every corner. Though I wasn’t able to compete this year, I spent the weekend on the sidelines taking pictures and helping with press coverage. Below you’ll find some of my candids […] Read more »

Pippin’s a Haflinger with Hops

Written by Chesna on September 1, 2014 · Leave a Comment

“Chase Me Charlie” as they call it England is one of my favorite games to play with horses. To play, a few horses and riders take turns trying to jump a fence higher and higher without knocking it down. Whoever jumps the highest wins. Our barn friends Kelsy and Huxley […]

Joey in Pictures: My ‘Paint that Ain’t’

Written by Chesna on August 27, 2014 · Leave a Comment

The long days of late summer provide the perfect conditions for horse baths and photoshots. Joey is my 16.2 hand, 4 year old uncolored American Paint Horse gelding and three-day eventing prospect. Joey was bred in Oregon by Treasure Valley Paints out of the mare Arts Magic Dance and by […]

Horse Show Packing List for a One-Star Event

Written by Chesna on July 20, 2014 · 1 Comment

Next week my friend Kelsy and her horse Huxley are competing in the CCI* three-day event at Rebecca Farm in Kalispell, MT. I’m going along as groom, and today we’re in the final packing stages for our trip! To get an idea of the sheer amount of supplies it takes […]

8 Myths About Horseback Riding Helmets

Written by Chesna on July 12, 2014 · 7 Comments

I wear a riding helmet when I ride. And I think it’s important that other people do too. In recognition of International Helmet Awareness Day, I want to address some of the common myths I hear about horseback riding helmets: Only horses with behavioral problems are dangerous. Guess what: ALL horses […]

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 […]

Horse Inspiration: Little Girl, Little Pony, BIG Jump

Written by Chesna on June 30, 2014 · Leave a Comment

The combination of a little girl and her little pony is guaranteed to be cute no matter their skill level or talent. But this diminutive pair–Philippa Lindh and her pony Two Tone Billy–are downright impressive! In a video clip shorter than they are, the pair easily clears a four foot […]