Budget Equestrian
DIY projects for barn, tack room and even your home
Here in Colorado, this summer hasn’t been too bad. In fact, I have ridden my new horse more this summer than I had been riding any of my other horses in the past combined. And though this is a little late to be talking about, I have been reading about how hot it has been …
Holy cow, where has the summer gone? I think I blinked, and it’s almost August! Yikes! And I don’t know if you have been following my saga, but way back in May, when I brought my new horses home, I decided to partake in a challenge. I love challenges. And I found this challenge put …
With Amazon having Amazon Prime Deals going on right now, I wanted to share with you the best equestrian items on Amazon that I have found. And lately, there has been a lot of them. I am working on improving my tiny little barn. So I have been searching for things to make that process …
I haven’t posted in a week, I think. I can’t. remember. But this is because I have been so busy for the past month, working with my 2 horses. Back in May, I found out about a company that helps to motivate riders. It’s called Ride for Success. And their tagline is so fitting – …
It’s finally happening, I’m bringing my horses home! And making sure the property is safe for them is priority number one for me. If you have ever had your horses at your home, you know how much fun this can be. If you are thinking about it or have just recently moved to a place …
That is a strange title for a blog post, isn’t it? But as of today, that is where I find myself. As of Monday evening, I am horseless. Meaning, I no longer have any horses. Death is a part of life. It’s inevitable. And when horses are a part of your life, it is inevitable …
Let’s get our horses in shape for summertime riding! I was walking into work this morning, and I was greeted by the sound of a lawn mower whirring and then the smell of fresh-cut grass. And it was right at that moment that it hit me – it’s time for riding season! Oh my goodness. …
Oh my goodness. Spring seems like it is FINALLY here! Did it seem like this year was a never-ending winter to you? It sure has seemed that way to me! And with spring almost officially here, now is the time to get rid of that heavy winter coat your horse has been carrying around. And …
Equestrian Hacks to Save Time and Money at the Barn When you have your horse at home, it’s important to make the most of your time together. First, wake up at the crack of dawn to feed your horse and muck out the stalls. Then, spend the next 12 hours riding, grooming, and bonding with …
Brrrrrr…… Taking care of your horse during cold weather can be tricky, but with a few smart strategies, you can keep them warm and comfortable even when temperatures plummet. I get it. We want to make sure they are warm and cozy, too right? So here are five of my favorite tips on keeping your …
The last 6 weeks have been pretty much a whirlwind for me. I have been riding Plezant more, which take a lot of time. My heart horse Frisby, well, we had to put him down. His Cushing’s was worsening, and he got to the point where it hurt him to walk. So all he would …
Happy Monday! Well summer isn’t over, but it does feel like it’s beginning to wind down to me. I have been hanging out with my horses a LOT for the past couple of months, thanks to a challenge I found. But thanks to that challenge, I can say that I am truly enjoying being around …
