In Chavanne-de-Bois, Switzerland, 4-year-old Tessa Nicolet clutched her mother’s hand. Two riding instructors waited for her to speak.  After what seemed like an unofficial staring contest, Nicolet summoned all the courage she could muster and told them the truth: she loved horses and she wanted to learn how to ride.  ...

When the temperatures plummet and snow starts falling, curl up with a new book or get inspired with your gift-giving for anyone on your list. Take your pick from these Western-inspired books to cozy up with this winter. The Western Horse By Randi Samuelson-Brown Beginning in the 1500s, The Western ...

Veronica Stewart was destined to be horseback. Her parents met through horses, and they have been a part of her life since birth. Art, however, is something she craved all on her own, and with the support of her family, she has pursued it alongside a traditional degree and career. ...

Most people think of a stallion as the lead horse in a herd. But in actuality, it’s a mare that keeps the group on track. This is a fitting metaphor for the Texas-based non-profit called Boss Mares, Inc. Founded to help give women entrepreneurs in the Western and ag world ...

Guccio Gucci may have invented the bamboo wood handle purse, but Ashley Robin is making it Western chic. Robin may channel vintage Western vibes while tooling the leather and sewing embroidered patches and saddle stitches onto purses, but her designs are fit to walk any runway.  Ashley Robin draws inspiration ...

Saddle fit doesn’t have to be stressful. To make sure that a western saddle fits your horse well, keep in mind that you want it to make as much contact as possible around the horse’s back so that it can distribute weight well. A good-fitting saddle with bars making even ...

Our modern technology has built an incredibly powerful computer that fits in your hand: A smart phone. The creation of apps to help every aspect of our lives has also extended to the horse world. While riding is a great chance to disconnect from the internet, your riding life can ...