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I am horse crazy and love DIY projects, and finding great deals on everything horse related. When I have a new idea, or find a great deal I love sharing this information with you.

November 1, 2021 by Lisa

Nov 1 post Commitment to ride – 3 exercises to practice for NSN

Commitment to ride – 3 exercises to practice for NSN

Ok, it is officially here, No Stirrups November is here! But what does that mean? Does it mean every ride is without stirrups? Or is it just 5 minutes of riding without stirrups? It is whatever you want it to be! But to get started, if you have never done this for an extended time …

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October 28, 2021 by Lisa

Horse Liniment – Just In Time For November!

Horse Liniment – Just In Time For November!

I remember a long time ago when I was growing up, my first ever ‘horse’ was a miniature mule named Jack. He was adorable! And being new to owning my own equine, I was so excited when I saved up all of my money from doing chores around the house and my mom took me …

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October 25, 2021 by Lisa

No Stirrups November – Ready, Set, Go!

No Stirrups November – Ready, Set, Go!

Are you ready for November???? I am! Are you ready for a fantastical No Stirrups November challenge???? I am! And I am ready to present the challenge to you, today! So ready or not, here comes November. And along with the, a new challenge! And this challenge is legit. Not only have I prepared a …

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October 25, 2021 by Lisa

How To Make Your Riding Arena Better – Adding Arena Lights

How To Make Your Riding Arena Better – Adding Arena Lights

A couple of years ago, I joined my first ever No Stirrups November Challenge. And when I decided to sign up, I was trying to figure out how the heck I would be able to get 12 rides in for the month. I have a full time job, and I knew I could get 8 …

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October 16, 2021 by Lisa

The Budget Equestrian No Stirrups November Challenge

The Budget Equestrian No Stirrups November Challenge

Well, it is just about here…..No Stirrups November! Can you believe it?!?!? I can’t! It seems like just yesterday I was completing last years challenges! And I have learned a lot over the past couple of years y competing against myself in these type of challenges. As well as pushing myself really hard in my …

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October 11, 2021 by Lisa

I Bought Some Horse Show Ribbons

I Bought Some Horse Show Ribbons

Ok, I know, I have just one more post in my series of Going to Your First Horse Show. But I was just so excited to share this with you, that I had to write it, and put it out there! And this is something I have been trying to get done for a while …

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October 9, 2021 by Lisa

Going To Your First Horse Show – What To Bring

Going To Your First Horse Show - What To Bring

Welcome back to yet another post in helping you to get ready for your first horse show! And now that we have our show clothes ready to go, our tack is on point, now it is time to officially go to the show! How exciting right? Your first show?!?!?! But before we go to the …

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October 4, 2021 by Lisa

Going To Your First Horse Show – Your Tack

Going To Your First Horse Show - Your Tack

Welcome back to another post about getting ready to show your horse!  Yesterday we talked about rider turnout, and I think it is a good idea now to talk about the tack you will be using for the horse show. And contrary to what you may be thinking, I am not going to tell you …

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September 27, 2021 by Lisa

Going To Your First Horse Show -Rider Turnout

Going To Your First Horse Show -Rider Turnout

Who’s ready to go to a horse show? I know, it’s the end of horse show season, BUT I finally went to a horse show this weekend! Follow my blog with Bloglovin The world is going back to the ‘old normal’. And I am so grateful for that! One good thing is that the horse …

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September 20, 2021 by Lisa

When Is International Helmet Awareness Day?

when is international helmet day 2021?

Ok, I’m confused, I thought International Helmet Awareness Day was back in June, but I guess I was wrong, because it seems like it is right now, like today! So I am jumping on the bandwagon, and touting some things I have learned, and why wearing a helmet when you ride your horse is a …

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September 18, 2021 by Lisa

Why I Stopped My YouTube Channel

Why I Stopped My YouTube Channel

If you have followed me on YouTube, or Instagram, you know that I have been creating horse related videos for the past 7 years. But recently, I decided to make a change and move away from creating equestrian content. Some of my subscribers were very supportive while others were quick to let me know they …

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September 5, 2021 by Lisa

September Is Self Care Month

September Is Self Care Month

Happy September!!! I don’t know about you, but I love fall. This is the season where everything starts to slow down a bit. And honestly, I didn’t know there was a month dedicated to self care. But I am happy there is! How often do you put the needs of everyone else above your own? …

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September 1, 2021 by Lisa

Who’s Up For A Challenge?

September Riding Challenge

Happy September!!!!! I cannot believe it is already September! Can you? It’s sinking in that my daily riding and horse time every night after work are just about gone. So sad. I’m sure my horses will be happy to be left to their own devices and just be horses for the wintertime hiatus. But I …

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July 14, 2021 by Lisa

What Your Child Really Needs For Riding Camp Lessons

What Your Child Really Needs For Riding Camp Lessons

One thing I have noticed lately with every trip to a local tack shop is how many kiddos are getting outfitted for riding camp, or riding lessons. And maybe I just haven’t payed attention, or maybe since we are now post COVID more parents are doing this for the children – I had no idea …

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July 10, 2021 by Lisa

Free Online Horse Fair July 12th-13th!

Free Online Horse Fair!

A long time ago I shared with you an online Horse Fair put on by Because of the Horse. The fair was called Art of the Horseman. And it was the first time I had seen an online opportunity to ‘go’ to a symposium all about horses, and having access to many different trainers all …

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June 20, 2021 by Lisa

The Ultimate Hoof Pick Brush

The Ultimate Hoof Pick Brush

How could something so small generate the worthiness of writing a blog post about it? Well, after many years of searching for the perfect hoof pick, and using others that I thought worked great, I have finally found the ultimate hoof pick. And it costs $2.49! I think that’s worthy of a review, what do …

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May 30, 2021 by Lisa

Let’s Take Some Horse Show Photos!

Lets Go to a horse show

Oh my goodness. I cannot believe it – the horse shows are once again open to spectators! Can I just say how happy I am about this? Cue my happy dance…. via GIPHY This has been several years in the making. First, my favorite show grounds to spectate at were closed down 2 years ago. …

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May 23, 2021 by Lisa

Let’s Go To Hawaii!

Let's Go To Hawaii!

Stop – Vacation Time! Way back last year, I decided I really wanted to go to Hawaii. Maybe it was because I was getting a little claustrophobic because of the entire pandemic thing, or maybe it was because we haven’t gone anywhere out of Colorado for the past 10 years. Oh yeah, I was feeling …

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May 22, 2021 by Lisa

What Really Matters – Outward Appearances

What Really Matters - Outward Appearances

Shirt Tucked In – Or Out? I woke up this morning thinking about writing for my blog. But being on vacation for the past 10 days in Hawaii really has slowed down my ‘want’ to write. So I started surfing the web and catching up on some of my favorite blogs. And the first place …

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May 7, 2021 by Lisa

Quick And Affordable Spring Wreath

Quick And Affordable Spring Wreath

It’s almost the weekend!! And it just so happens to be Mother’s Day on Sunday. Did you find a gift for your mom? Or would you like to add a pop of color to your front door? I’ve got you covered with a really quick and affordable spring wreath that you can create for about …

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May 5, 2021 by Lisa

Getting The Mud Off

Getting The Mud Off

Oh. My. Goodness. Dealing with Springtime mud can be a pain. It never fails. I have a hard day at work, and all I want to come home and ride my horse. I want to forget about everything that happened at work, and have all of the stressful cares replaced with fun, and happy thoughts. …

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April 28, 2021 by Lisa

New Rules On Spectators At Horse Shows This Summer

New Rules On Spectators At Horse Shows This Summer

Spectating At Horse Shows is OK Again! ~ Well, almost…. I have been waiting and waiting and WAITING for this announcement from USEF, or US Equestrian organization. That is USEF Announces Competition Spectator Capacity for the 2021 show season! Even if I am not planning on showing at The Colorado Horse Park this summer, I …

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April 27, 2021 by Lisa

IRH Equi-Pro SV Wide Sun Brim Riding Helmet Review

IRH Equi-Pro SV Wide Sun Brim Riding Helmet Review

As promised, but a bit delayed, as you can see by the title of this blog post, this is the helmet I chose! This is my formal and official IRH Equi-Pro SV Wide Sun Brim Riding Helmet review! In my last blog post, I shared some different riding helmets with you from Riding Warehouse. And …

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April 13, 2021 by Lisa

Choosing A New Riding Helmet

Choosing A New Riding Helmet

So many helmets to choose from! Well I am sad to say that my Fancy-Schmancy riding helmet has just had it’s third birthday. Which means it’s time for me to replace it. I’m kind of sad about that. Because it has served me very well. However, it wasn’t cheap. And this time I’m not looking …

Read moreChoosing A New Riding Helmet
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