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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
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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
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Easing Your Horse into Retirement

Putting an old horse “out to pasture” is unnecessary and even unwise. Instead, consider his needs as well as your own and craft a customized retirement plan that keeps him active and content. ... MORE
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Buying the Right Horse

Horse-buying mistakes are costly and heartbreaking. Avoid them with these key tips from master horseman and clinician Clinton Anderson. ... MORE
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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
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Madden Victorious in $125,000 FEI World Cup™ Qualifier Grand Prix

January 18, 2013--Beezie Madden beat out an impressive roster of top riders and finished in first place over Katie Dinan (USA) and Nougat du Vallet and Shane Sweetnam (IRL) aboard Amaretto d'Arco, who finished second and third respectively. ... MORE
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Riders4Helmets Craig Ferrell M.D Equestrian Safety Award Winners

The award winners, who are from all the world, are individuals honored for promoting equestrian safety. ... MORE
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Of Patience and Perseverance

Read how some Special Olympians celebrate their horseback riding victories. ... MORE
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Piedmont Classic Wins the 2012 Favorite USEF Breed Competition Grand Prize

January 15, 2013--Of the 11 shows that were voted "Favorite USEF Breed Competitions" in 2012, the Piedmont Classic has been selected as the Grand Prize winner. ... MORE
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Aniello Becomes First American to Qualify for the FEI World Cup Vaulting Final

Gabe Aniello is among six of the top male vaulters in the world to qualify to compete at the 2013 Final in Braunschweig, Germany March 14-17. ... MORE
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2013 NRHA Hall of Fame Inductees

January 13, 2013--The Board approved NRHA past President Rick Weaver and NRHA Senior Director of Publications Carol Trimmer as the Hall of Fame’s newest inductees. ... MORE
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40th Annual IHSA National Championships to Honor Sally Batton

February 12, 2013--The presentation of its Lifetime Achievement Award goes to Dartmouth College coach and IHSA National Steward, Sally Batton. ... MORE
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Alltech National Horse Show is Again One of NARG’s Top Ranked American Events

The Alltech National Horse Show returns to the Alltech Arena in Lexington, Kentucky, on October 29 through November 3, 2013. ... MORE
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2013 Kentucky Horse Shows Return to Kentucky Horse Park

January 9, 2013--With multiple weeks of exciting hunter/jumper shows at the beautiful Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington the Kentucky Spring and Summer Horse Shows are always a highlight event for the year. ... MORE
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Road to the Horse: Judgment Time

March 15-17 the four competitors will be judged on their ground technique, confidence, the horse’s understanding and acceptance and the final test of skill: rail work, freestyle and the famous Road to the Horse obstacle course. ... MORE
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Clinton Anderson to Help Celebrate Road to the Horse 2013

On March 15-17, Anderson will make his way to the Kentucky Horse Park for Road to the Horse 2013 to help celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the World Championship of Colt Starting. ... MORE
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Olympian Adrienne Lyle Awarded Carol Lavell Advanced Dressage Prize

February 7, 2013--A $25,000 grant funds European training with Klaus Balkenhol. ... MORE
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Winter Shelter for Pastured Horses

Although horses are highly adapted for cold weather, those who live outdoors may still need some shelter from harsh winter weather. ... MORE
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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
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PRCA Xtreme Bulls Tour Heads to the Land of the Seminole

January 31, 2013--Five PRCA World Champs scheduled to compete in Feb. 17 Seminole Classic. ... MORE
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The Top Five Ways to Keep Mud Under Control in Your Horse’s Pens

Eith some of the drastic temperature changes we’ve been seeing already many horse owners are already dealing with mud in their horse’s pens and pastures. ... MORE
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Driving Horses

Long time stunt double Martha Cantarini describes her first experience driving a horse and carriage for a film. ... MORE
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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
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Swedes Dominate World Dressage Masters

January 27, 2013 -- Steffen Peters' effort to defend his 2011 and 2012 World Dressage Masters titles on his new star, Legolas, fell short last night against two Swedish veterans. ... MORE
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USET Foundation Awards 2013 Lionel Guerrand-Hermès Trophy to Reed Kessler

Each year this award is presented to a young rider in one of the Olympic disciplines who exemplifies both sportsmanship and horsemanship. ... MORE
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Rich Fellers Honored With 2013 Whitney Stone Cup

Fellers has displayed consistent excellence in international competition and high standards of sportsmanlike conduct while serving as an ambassador for the US and equestrian sport. ... MORE
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Got Courage??

January 28, 2013--Mary Roes, AQHA exhibitor and Region Two committee member, hasn’t let cancer keep her down. ... MORE
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Vilhelmson-Silfven Wins, Peters Claims Third in WDM Freestyle

January 27, 2013--Steffen Peters led the U.S. effort, collecting third place, in the Freestyle scoring. However, the U.S. veteran was unable to best Sweden's Tinne Vilhelmson-Silfven in the World Dressage Masters. ... MORE
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Debbie McDonald and Mason Phelps Return to the Ring in a Dressage Pas de Deux

January 25, 2013--Olympians Debbie McDonald and Mason Phelps are teaming together in a dressage pas de deux exhibition at The Challenge of the Americas March 9 to help raise funds for breast cancer research. ... MORE
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“Salute to Driving” Benefit to Support the USET Foundation

January 25, 2013-- The Salute to Driving event is being held to help raise awareness and educate different audiences about the discipline of driving. ... MORE
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Three Horse Shows Receive USEF Heritage Competition Honor

January 24, 2013--The Roanoke Valley Horse Show, the Norfolk Hunt Horse Show, and the Dressage at Devon Horse Show were granted the highest honor currently held by Federation horse shows. ... MORE
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Who Reins Supreme? Teams Selected

January 24, 2013--Top Equestrians from Hunters, Show Jumping, Polo, and Dressage to Compete Against One Another. ... MORE
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USEF Network to Live Broadcast Saturday at the World Dressage Masters Palm Beach

January 24, 2013--Coverage will include the WDM FEI Grand Prix Special CDI5* Saturday afternoon and the WDM FEI Grand Prix Freestyle CDI5* Saturday night. ... MORE
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Road to the Horse Legends Return for Blowout Celebration

January 24, 2013--Some of the past clinicians returning are Clinton Anderson, Curt Pate, Craig Cameron, Stacy Westfall, Martin Black, Chris Cox, Mike Kevil, Tommy Garland, Ken McNabb, Guy McLean, Dan James, Glenn Stewart and Jonathan Field. ... MORE
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Do Unto Others

The spirit of giving back and helping the community has always been integral to Western culture, And the slew of Western-oriented charities is evidence. Here’s a look at four prominent organizations that work to spread goodwill and good ol’ American values. ... MORE
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What is the Most Important Trait You Look for in a Horse?

Riders share what they consider first when buying or leasing a new partner. ... MORE
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Five U.S. Entries Headline the 2013 World Dressage Masters Palm Beach

January 23, 2013--Many top competitors from throughout the world will go head-to-head at the World Dressage Masters Palm Beach presented by Wellington Classic Dressage. ... MORE
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What’s Your Horse Thinking?

Animal scientist Temple Grandin, PhD, offers insights into your horse’s thoughts and feelings—and how they affect his behavior. ... MORE
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PRCA’s New Made-for-TV Champions Challenge to Debut in Redding, CA

January 22, 2013--There will be four Champions Challenge rodeos aired in a one-hour format in 2013. ... MORE
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Jonathan Wentz Honored with the Becky Grand Hart Trophy at the 2012 Pegasus Awards

Wentz was recognized as a nominee for 2012 Equestrian of the Year and his partner NTEC Richter Scale as nominee for 2012 Horse of the Year. ... MORE
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Dr. Mark Fitch and Dr. Richard Tully Named 2012 USEF/EQUUS Foundation Humanitarian Award Recipients

January 21, 2013--The recipient of this award has devoted considerable personal time to making the lives and quality of life of our equine partners paramount. ... MORE
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Rider Fitness Tip for Mature Riders

Here are rider fitness tips to improve flexibility, mobility and strength for the over-40 rider. ... MORE
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Physical Fitness to Balance the Rider’s Body

Maintaining a physical fitness program will help busy riders make the most out of their time in the saddle by increasing balance, coordination and core strength. ... MORE
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Horseback Riding with a Higher Purpose

American Quarter Horses help to create a better quality of life at Skyline Therapy Services. ... MORE
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Book Review: My Favorite Mistake

The action picks up speed in the second book in Georgina Bloomberg's The A Circuit series for teens, with lots of boy-girl drama among the riders at elite Pelham Lane. ... MORE
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Book Review: The A Circuit

Georgina Bloomberg draws on her experience on the show circuit to create the first book in a series of young adult novels. ... MORE
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Rich Fellers Named 2012 USEF Equestrian of the Year

Fellers was the first American in 25 years to win the Rolex/FEI World Cup Final and the highest placing U.S. Equestrian at the London 2012 Olympic Games. ... MORE
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Flexible, Jersey Boy Named 2012 USEF Horses of the Year

Flexible and Jersey Boy were named 2012 USEF International Horse of the Year and USEF National Horse of the year respectively. ... MORE
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Humane Society of the U.S. Forms Responsible Breeders Council

January 19, 2013--The council will develop strategic initiatives to curb overbreeding and keep horses out of the slaughter pipeline. ... MORE
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Enter For a Chance to Win a Riding Trip to Castle Leslie in Glaslough, Ireland

Read more about Castle Leslie and how to enter the contest to win a trip through Equitrekking.com. ... MORE
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