Monthly Archives: January 2009

Equestrian at Stierback Baronial Birthday

With great delight I announce that there will be equestrian at the Steirbach Baronial Birthday the last weekend of August at the Clarke Co. Fairgrounds. That’s a hop skip and a jump away from us–huzzah!GREAT job, Alienor, for pulling this … Continue reading

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Saturday Afternoon With Grace

Grace has spent the week hanging over the fence watching me work clients’ horses.  “Am I next?” she seemed to ask continuously.  Despite the bitter chill, Mark and I brought her out today for some quality family time. While I … Continue reading

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Forage Alternative in a Changing Climate

I just learned about a highly nutritious grass that may be suit itself to a warming climate. Teff

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Horsetrek across Scotland

It is on my list to go to Scotland, buy or rent a horse, and disappear into the highlands of my forebears.  I just found a kindred spirit in this endurance rider: Run for the Roses

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Seeking through the Snowstorm

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Preventing Scratches

Friesians, though sparsely feathered compared with other breeds such as Shires, Clydes or Gypsies, are nontheless prone to getting “scratches” during rainy spells. MTG is out favorite, if fragrant, remedy. We love this recipe as it replicates the use of … Continue reading

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Equestrian at Siege of Glengary

Equestrian events are returning to Siege of Glengary in the Shire of Sylvan Glen! Yippeee! Thank you Margarita for your persistance in securing the site we’ve dreamed of since the Lazy A days!Equestrian events are fun to participate in and … Continue reading

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Clicker training saves the night!

There are times when training is a calm sunny day in a round pen with a brave, intelligent horse. There are also the times when conditions are less than optimum, yet even a frightened horse can achieve a major breakthrough. … Continue reading

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Polishing the Ring…A walk with Grace

I have to say sometimes I wish I had an extra 6 hours in the day to write down all the things that transpire in the course of a day. The story would be pretty immaculate. Take this story for … Continue reading

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Grace Under Rainbow

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