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On Trail: Where to Ride
from the pages of Trail Rider
Ride a Mystical Sculpture
"Watch out!" Charlene yelled as my horse, Buddy, approached a
rattlesnake on the trail. Since we were on a cliff-side trail in eroded
badlands, the snake had nowhere to go except toward us, away from us, or over
the edge.
To Buddy and Scout's relief, and ours', the snake slithered over... | read »
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On Trail: Where to Ride
from the pages of Trail Rider
8 Gaited Getaways
Searching for the perfect gaited-horse escapade? We found eight
destinations that offer gorgeous trails, smooth-gaited horses, and a big dose of
hospitality -- all the ingredients you need for a perfect vacation! | read »
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On Trail: Where to Ride
from the pages of Trail Rider
Triangle C Ranch
Splash! A cascade of water shoots up, and peals of laughter
resound. Scott, our Triangle C wrangler is leading us through deep pools in the
Wind River. This is no ordinary "dude string" ride. We're a small group being
led by a creative wrangler who loves his job. It's an exciting ride, and... | read »
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On Trail: Where to Ride
from the pages of Trail Rider
Light and Alone in the Backcountry
It was a night I remember mostly because of the stars, a Milky Way
so bright that even before the rising of the moon there were shadows of the
nearby pines on the grassy floor of the mountain clearing. I could see my horse,
Rockytop, tethered nearby, hear him munching the meadow grass, and... | read »
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On Trail: Where to Ride
from the pages of Trail Rider
The River Wild
St. Joe River country in the Idaho Panhandle National Forests
offers a myriad of trail-riding delights, from pristine streams to high mountain
ridges, from old-growth forests to historic logging sites. Spacious horse camps
and a backcountry lodge complete this great riding getaway.
Here,... | read »
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On Trail: Where to Ride
from the pages of Trail Rider
Ride Through Winter
I remember the scene as mostly white, the air fogged with fine
snowflakes, the occasional grove of spruce furnishing just enough contrast to
help us keep our bearings and stay on the trail. It was cold. We progressed
steadily into the wind, climbing toward the pass and the high-altitude... | read »
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On Trail: Where to Ride
from the pages of Trail Rider
Suicide Pass Trail Ride
Recently, I was riding with my neighbor, John, who's lived in the same home and ridden horses for 61 years, ever since his father came to Tucson to operate a dude ranch. I asked John if he happened to know the challenging trail up the high pass to Safford Peak, a pinnacle in the Tucson Mountains... | read »
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On Trail: Where to Ride
from the pages of Perfect Horse
Trail Riding in the Blackfoot-Clearwater Wildlife Management Area in Montana
Springtime! The hesitant breaths of spring surround us. It's time
to get out the tack, put shoes on your horse, and hit the trail!
A number of great riding opportunities around our country are
located in wildlife management areas. Check the wildlife areas in your region
for such possible... | read »
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On Trail: Where to Ride
from the pages of Trail Rider
Texas Trail Riding Adventure
Unique is an understatement when describing Cypress Trails, a
private facility in Humble (pronounced "Umble"), a suburb of Houston, Texas.
From pleasure rides to a challenging, all-day Adventure Trail Ride with meals
included, your wish is just a phone call away. You can even lease the... | read »
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On Trail: Where to Ride
from the pages of Trail Rider
Trail Riding in the Adirondack Paradise
If you're planning a road trip with your horse in the Northeast,
don't pass up the opportunity to ride the Otter Creek Horse Trails in New York
State's North Country.
New York State is often misrepresented as being urban in nature.
Contrary to this image, the state is largely rural,... | read »
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| Tennessee Walking Horse Breed |
| Evolution of the breed:
In the mid-1800s, a new breed of horse began to emerge from the bountiful,
bluegrass region of middle Tennessee. Bred by farmers to till the fields during
the week, these horses were also expected to provide them a comfortable ride on
weekends, and... | read |
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