Natural Horse Training Methods » Winter Horse Riding

Wintertime Fitness

naturalhorsetrainer — Mon, 31 Dec 2007 02:57:24 +0000

We were asked “what do you do in winter to keep the horses fit?” That is a very important question. We get winter ice and snow but we don’t have an indoor arena on the farm. We need to come up with creative ways to keep horses and riders in training. more…

NEWSFLASH! Warm Feet in Winter!

naturalhorsetrainer — Sun, 02 Dec 2007 03:20:49 +0000

Yesterday I revealed my secret for warm feet in winter: boot insoles that carry hand-warmers. Today, I discovered something even better: warmers that are the shape of the entire boot insole! more…

Dressing for Winter Horse Riding- The “Sole” of the Matter

naturalhorsetrainer — Sat, 01 Dec 2007 03:00:32 +0000

Brrrrrrr!

We’ve had temperatures plummet below freezing, we’ve had gale force winds, now we’re hunkering down for predicted snow and sleet. The horses are ready for the winter, as are the barns and pastures. Are we?

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