Innehållsförteckning för November/December 2017 från Young Rider

The days are getting shorter, your pony’s coat is getting fluffy, and there’s a chill in the air. This means winter must be on the way. One of my favorite sayings about winter is, “There is no such thing as bad weather, only inappropriate clothing.” It’s important to dress right for the weather when you go out to the barn. In this issue, we have some helpful tips to keep you warm so that you can still enjoy time with your pony. You might be wondering about winter blankets to keep your pony warm as well. If so, we have everything covered with our step-by-step guide, including how to choose and fit a blanket. It’s hard to believe the year is coming to an end, but we’ve had a great…

Equitation on the flat is a chance for you to show the judge just how effectively you ride. The goal of the class is to use invisible aids to show off all three of your horse’s gaits, in both directions of the ring. In addition to invisible aids, the judge is looking at your position when you ride, as well as how well both you and your horse are presented, so make sure you and your steed are neat, tidy and clean! RIDER BASICS The very basics of equitation require that you have a secure seat; you should have a straight line that runs through your ear, shoulder, hip and heel, no matter what gait you’re riding in. Seat: You should sit in the saddle in an equitation class, feeling…

What better way to show your pony how much you love him this holiday season than with some yummy horsey treats? And you can make extra to package up for your barn BFFs ... their horses will thank you. This recipe contains only horse-safe ingredients, but if you have any questions or concerns, be sure to speak with your veterinarian. Ingredients 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon ground ginger ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon 4teaspoongroundcloves 4cupmolasses 4cupwater 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Instructions STEP 1: Preheat your oven to 325°F and line cookie sheet with parchment paper. STEP 2: In a medium bowl, mix together dry ingredients. STEP 3: In a small bowl, whisk molasses, water, and oil together until blended. Slowly mix liquid ingredients with a wooden…

Every horse we ride teaches us something different. Ryan Hall, 17, has one equine in particular that has taught her tons: donkey named Kit Kat. Ryan got KitKat as a companion for her old gelding. She was semi-wild and wouldn’t come within a few feet of humans. Ryan spent lots of time gaining her trust before trying to ride her. It took extreme patience and perseverance (and lots of trial and error finding tack to fit her), but now Kit Kat jumps basically whatever you put in front of her. This dedication is what has made Ryan a successful rider and she is now on her way to becoming an upper level eventer! Here is Ryan’s story about following her dream. Meet the Horses My first horse was an ex-polo…

HOW TO ENTER Your parents can email a photo to yreditor@luminamedia.com. You can also mail your entry to YR Me & My Horse, 470 Conway Court, Suite B6, Lexington, KY 40511. You will need your parents’ permission to enter. Please be sure to include your name and age, the horse’s name, your mailing address and parental contact information (email and phone number). Model prizes vary each month; approximate retail value $45. Deadline for entries is December 1, 2017. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. Contest is open to legal residents of the 50 United States or District of Columbia, ages 8-16. You must get permission from your parents to enter. Email entries must be received between 12:00:01 AM PT on 10/19/17 and 11:59:59 PM PT on 12/1/17. Mail-in entries…

Anna went to her first show since leadline in 2011! She told us that she learned the value of group lessons because it helped her prepare for the show environment. Annabelle is now jumping her horse, Roo, and they are making huge strides toward reaching their goals. Paige got to spend some time working with a rescue horse and was always ready to help us pick the perfect poster photo or share her great article ideas. Madison had a successful year with her new horse, Cooper. They are such a cute pair! Annalyn got to participate in the USHJA Emerging Athletes program! She brought her jumper, Hottie, and learned tons both in and out of the saddle. Holly started taking lessons at a new barn with money she is making…

ANSWER: Burrs tangled in your horse’s mane, tail and forelock can be a challenge to unsnarl. Staying on top of the problem is essential to keep it from getting out of control. Once burrs become deeply embedded, it can be nearly impossible to remove them without cutting or pulling out hair. Apply silicone-based coat polish spray or detangling serum directly to the burrs. Let it sit for a while to soak in and soften them a bit. Then work on removing the burrs from the slippery strands. Wear gloves to protect your hands if necessary—burrs can be sharp! Work from the bottom up, like you would normally detangle a mane or tail and try to avoid pulling on the hair at its roots. Use your fingers to gently pull the…

PERRI’S LEATHER SOFT PADDED HALTER in metallic purple looks great on any horse. $109.95. www.perrisleather.com Bring the bling for the holidays with the TOUGH 1 TRINITY BELT BUCKLE BLING SADDLE PAD. $132.88. www.tough1.com The PONY XPRESS CLUB MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION BOX delivers fun horse stuff each month. Choose Horse Size, $59.95, or Pony Size, $39.95. www.ponyxpress.club Thank you notes have never been easier thanks to WALL STREET GREETINGS. Assorted equestrian designs. $20.50 www.wallstreetgreetings.com/usequestrian The OVATION CHILD’S SHOW BACKPACK is kid-sized, with room for all your riding gear, including crop holder, helmet sling and water bottle holder. In navy. $89.95. www.ovationriding.com KERRITS KIDS HORSESHOE HOODIE has snuggly fleece inside and a cute horseshoe print outside that won’t collect hay and horse hair. $74.…

There are horses of all different colors and patterns, but did you know that there are even horses with curly hair? Curly Horses have curly coats, manes and tails, and even their eyelashes and whiskers can be curly! Coat curls range from loose waves to a tight, crushed-velvet look. Curlies look cool, but they also have great personalities. They’re known to be very gentle and like to work hard. They’re generally willing to try anything you want to do “One thing I love about the breed is its calm nature,” says Sarah Thaut, 13, of Idaho. “Curlies are more curious than spooky. They would rather figure out what the strange thing is rather than run from it.” Sarah has three Curly Horses, but WK Twizzler (“Twiz”) is her best friend.…

Test your horse knowledge with these Pony Club Quiz questions, and enter to win a Pony Club “Swag Bag” full of fun stuff with a total value of $100 including a $25 gift card to shopponyclub.org. 1) Which gaits have four beats? a. Walk and Gallop b. Trot and Canter c. Canter and Gallop 2) Where are your horse’s withers? a. Between the back and neck on the topline above the shoulder blade. b. On the top of the rump, above the loins. c. Between the front legs, they used to be a part of prehistoric horse’s hoof. 3) Star, Strip, Blaze, and Strip are examples of ___________? a. Leg markings b. Face markings c. Coat patterns d. All of the above HINT: Check your work on pg. 46 HOW…