Tag: Adult Amateur
A Clinic with Christine Smith
This article received an honorable mention in the 2025 GMO Newsletter Awards for general interest articles for GMOs with 75-174 members.
Apollo the Mustang: A Golden Boy
An adult amateur shares how she went from being a lifelong "Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron" fan to owning her own mustang.
Bridle & Boardroom: When the Fit Just Isn’t There
Welcome back to Bridle & Boardroom, a monthly reflection where the lessons learned in the arena mirror the challenges of leadership.
The Best Mistake I’ve Ever Made
An adult amateur from Region 8 shares how, despite being told she would never be able to handle her oversized young horse, she listened to her gut instead.
An Unlikely Pair
A rider from Region 6 tells us about Gannicus, a draft cross whom she helped transition from dancing in the circus to dancing in the sandbox!
Bucket List Ride: Check!
Steffen had clinics in both Wellington and Ocala coming up in early November; this is where the ways of the universe came into play in a BIG way.
Begin and Begin Again
A Region 4 adult amateur updates us on her Gypsy Vanner horse, Guinness Stout, and shares how they have begun and begun again to strengthen their partnership!
Breaking Stereotypes with Calypso
A Region 8 adult amateur shares the story of the rescue mare who won her heart, and has become her greatest partner in both dance and life!
Tesoro, My Greatest Treasure
A Region 7 adult amateur shares her return to riding after her career and family took priority, and how an unexpected partner got her back in the show ring!
Healing Hearts and Achieving Goals
An adult amateur shares about the Belgian-Throughbred cross who healed her heart after a significant loss, & is now helping her achieve her USDF Bronze Medal!
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Survival Guide: Fly Season
The colder months may be gone, but now, the flies are here, and it’s our responsibility to be prepared to keep our horses comfortable.
