PARTICIPATE
If you’re ready to put foot to stirrup, here’s a treasure trove of valuable tips on learning to ride, owning a horse, the costs involved, and getting the whole family on board.
DONATE
Sooner or later, everyone who loves horses gets the urge to donate money on their behalf. Put your dollars to work through non-profits that raise funds for equines in need and other worthy horse-related activities.
LEARN
It’s a whole big equestrian world out there! Learn more about horses, stable management and riding through books, DVDs, schools, clinics, colleges with equine programs and even online learning opportunities.
ADVOCATE
Want more trails for equestrian use? How about a horse park or equine-related services? Learn how to lobby, work with zoning boards and get help from state horse councils to achieve your goals.
VOLUNTEER
If you want to learn about horses while helping a worthwhile cause, get involved with volunteer activities like therapeutic riding, trail clearing, Pony Club, 4-H and more.
SPECTATE
Do you like to watch competitions and performances from the sidelines? Enhance your enjoyment of equestrian activities with easy-to-understand primers and guides to sports such as dressage, reining and more.
TRAVEL
Take your love of horses on the road with everything from travel shows, dude ranches and training vacations to horse shows, expos and rodeos.
TRAIL RIDING
Exploring the countryside on horseback is one of the greatest joys of being a rider. Learn what you may encounter on the trail and how to be prepared.
