Life With Horses
Being a "horse person" has different meanings for each of us, but we all share a desire to stay attuned to the world of horses.
Top People & Places Stories
First Lady of the West
Calamity Jane earned her reputation as a woman who did as she pleased. In the April/May issue of American Cowboy , author and historian Chris Enss wrote about this pistol-packin' woman of the West.
What a Lady!
Horsewoman Ann Call didn’t let the challenges in her life ever slow her down.
Buffalo Bill - The Man Behind the Legend
Smart, ambitious, and creative, William F. "Buffalo Bill" Cody sold himself and his experiences and became larger than life.
Television Horses I Have Loved
Kristie Allison fondly recalls Silver, Scout, Buttermilk, Trigger as well as many other horses from famous television programs from her youth.
Got Courage??
January 28, 2013--Mary Roes, AQHA exhibitor and Region Two committee member, hasn’t let cancer keep her down.
Happy Mother’s Day
Nancy Shulins, author of "Falling for Eli," urges women everywhere to celebrate their equine “children.” ... MORE
True Grit
He has been called the John Wayne of horse training, but most know him as the man with a heart of gold. ... MORE
First Lady of the West
Calamity Jane earned her reputation as a woman who did as she pleased. In the April/May issue of American Cowboy , author and historian Chris Enss wrote about this pistol-packin' woman of the West. ... MORE
The 5 Greatest Ghost Towns of the Old West
During the Gold Rush, towns boomed around mines in the West. However, once those mines were depleted, the towns were abandoned as quickly as they were established. From American Cowboy, here's a list of the greatest ghost towns of the Old West. ... MORE
The First-Ever Sanctioned Campdrafting Event To Be Held On U.S. Soil
Cowboy Australian Style in Colorado: Adrenalin and Cow Sense Together Make for A Great Event. Check it out August 23-25 in Kiowa, CO. ... MORE
The Chuckwagon
The hardship of sleeping and eating (just surviving, really) on cattle trails were brutal. Though some modern cowboys keep to the old tradition of bed rolls around the campfire, trail technology has come along way. Today, sheep camps and modern "chuckwagons" are hooked up with sophisticated technology and plenty of luxuries. ... MORE
The Greatest Western Movie Villains
Movie cowboys can't be good guys without the bad guys. Here's our list of the best Western movie villains. ... MORE
Buffalo Bill – The Man Behind the Legend
Smart, ambitious, and creative, William F. "Buffalo Bill" Cody sold himself and his experiences and became larger than life. ... MORE
Gold Medal Reining at the 2006 World Equestrian Games
Enjoy a look back at the thrills of reining at the 2006 World Equestrian Games. ... MORE
Of Patience and Perseverance
Read how some Special Olympians celebrate their horseback riding victories. ... MORE
Horse Breeds Trivia
Whatever breed you happen to favor, here are some facts that are fun to learn and pass along. From Horse&Rider magazine. ... MORE
Driving Horses
Long time stunt double Martha Cantarini describes her first experience driving a horse and carriage for a film. ... MORE
Television Horses I Have Loved
Kristie Allison fondly recalls Silver, Scout, Buttermilk, Trigger as well as many other horses from famous television programs from her youth. ... MORE
Got Courage??
January 28, 2013--Mary Roes, AQHA exhibitor and Region Two committee member, hasn’t let cancer keep her down. ... MORE
“Scribbles”: A Horse Rescue That Beat All The Odds
Saved from slaughter, Scribbles' amazing story will warm your heart and hopefully bring more happy endings to other horses in need of rescue. ... MORE
Gryphon: From Rescue Horse to 50 Miler
Endurance rider Mary Howell tells how she quickly developed a strong bond with Gryphon that has helped them successfully complete two endurance rides together just three months after sheI brought him home. ... MORE
Horseback Riding for the Soul
This Warrior Wellness program and its American Quarter Horses serve those who served their country. ... MORE
The Quarter Horse: America’s Breed
The Quarter Horse can trace its roots to England and the Middle East, but it was born on the farms, ranches, and race tracks of the U.S. ... MORE
Roy Rogers: King of the Cowboys
Roy Rogers once ruled television, movies, and the airwaves with charisma and a clear, melodic voice. ... MORE
All in a Day’s Shooting
Grab your gun and head to the arena– it’s time to ride. Follow a cowboy mounted shooter. ... MORE
Beyond Relentless: Trevor Brazile
The sport of rodeo’s most decorated all-around champion ever, Trevor Brazile remains at the top of his game. And he’s still working as hard (or harder) as anyone in the arena. Behind it all? Well, he’s just a cowboy. ... MORE
Rider to Rider: What One Small Thing About Your Horse Always Makes You Happy?
Practical Horseman readers share the funny quirks and special traits of the horses who melt their hearts. ... MORE
Ride Like a Girl
A group of pioneering female athletes rode roughstock events in the early 20th century before participation dwindled. What happened? Is it true that “The end of women’s rodeo was Gene Autry. He put women in their ‘place,’ in the square dances and out of competition.” ... MORE
The Rest of a Cure: How a Senior Horse Helped a Woman Live Again
Jerrie Kelly, a breast cancer survivor, tells the story of her senior horse, Phalcon. ... MORE
Blind Ambition
Being blind didn’t limit this little mare’s horseback-riding adventures. From America's Horse Daily ... MORE
Five Old-West Ghost Towns
Time may have forgotten these towns, but we haven’t. From The American Cowboy magazine ... MORE
All Around Amateur
September 26, 2012--Horse-showing history: A look back at the 2011 Bank of America Amateur World Championship Show. ... MORE
Jim Thorpe: Olympian Effort
One of America's greatest athletes, Jim Thorpe learned perseverance on the back of bucking broncs. ... MORE
Cowboy Mounted Shooting
Tearing a page from the book of great American cowboys, mounted shooting is as close to the Old West as you can get short of a time machine. ... MORE
Sons of the West
Native American ropers are making a big splash in professional rodeo, but some of our best cowboys have always been Indians. ... MORE
Blue’s Big Screen Debut
After being discovered at a roping, "Blue" went on to become Hannah Montana's movie horse. From America's Horse Daily. ... MORE
History of the Rodeo Cowgirl
Born of necessity on Old West homesteads and tempered by decades of competition, the rodeo cowgirl comes from a long lineage of pioneering women. ... MORE
Wild Horses in the Big House
A successful program at a Nevada prison places wild horses in new homes and helps the inmates who train them set new priorities in their lives. ... MORE
Video: Donna Ponessa, Para-Equestrian
Donna won so many gold medals this year she was a strong contender to make the U.S. team for the Olympics in London. In August 2012 she officially became a member of the team representing the USA in the London Paralympics. ... MORE
Horse Showing Hero
At a time when most show horses would be retired, AQHA Farnam Superhorse Tuckers Vaquero is still going strong at 22. ... MORE
The Great Rodeo Circuits
Follow this nationwide primer for your summer rodeo viewing pleasure. From American Cowboy magazine. Story by Nathalie Herrera, Kyla Jones, Mahala Proch, and Bob Welch. ... MORE
True Blue: A Horse Like Family
This American Quarter Horse has been a family treasure. From America's Horse Daily. ... MORE
Calgary Stampede at 100
Calgary, Alberta, has evolved into a major urban center, but for 10 days in July, Canada’s fastest-growing city proudly displays its Western roots. ... MORE
Comanchero Pony Express Run
From Phoenix to Prescott, the Comancheros recreate their version of a Pony Express ride to raise money for children's charities. ... MORE
The Quarter Horse Who Protected Reagan
If President Reagan rode, the Secret Service rode, and "Monty" and John Barletta were at his side. ... MORE
Special Report: Para-Equestrian National Championships
June 16, 2012--In a special report for DiscoverHorses.com, Melissa Wright chats with riders following the USEF Para-Equestrian Dressage National Championships. ... MORE
Pony Club Alumni in the Spotlight
June 13, 2012--The USEF just named horse and rider combinations to the Short List for the 2012 Olympic Games Eventing team. It is no surprise that many riders listed have Pony Club backgrounds. Eight of the 11 riders named to the short list belonged to a Pony Club. ... MORE
Getting My First Horse
On her 16th birthday, Kristie Allison chose a horse over a '67 Mustang--and her life was forever changed. ... MORE
Louise Serio Inducted to National Show Hunter Hall of Fame
June 8, 2012--Serio has been an instrumental part of the hunter community since she began Derbydown, a nationally recognized show hunter barn, in 1975. ... MORE
