Horseback Riding

Horse owners can be hard to navigate—they aren't "normal" people. Don't worry though, we have some advice on how to be a good horse friend.

Horseback riding takes practice, and no one said it’s easy. But these four deceptively simple strategies will speed your progress and enable you to become the best rider you can be.

No, not your horse’s best friend—the best friends you’ve made through horses!

Horseback riding can help youngsters become good drivers as they learn to pay attention to where their horse is going plus watch out for ‘traffic.’

Perfect your horse’s turnaround with these helpful tips and troubleshooting pointers.

Whether you’re a beginner or advanced, ride trails or rails, effective speed transitions are an essential part of your horsemanship. Controlled, smooth changes of gait make for a more enjoyable ride for you and your horse—less bouncing around, fumbled cues, and confusion for your horse. And they net you a better score if you compete. Here I’ll explain how one of my young riders works on her transitions to eventually make them effortless and almost invisible.

Here’s how to take charge and build a better, more responsive trail partner for safety and control.

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Enjoy stunning fall colors from the back of your horse with our exclusive listing of riding destinations from coast-to-coast.

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If you've fallen into a riding rut, try our 10 basic arena exercises. They'll have you and your horse moving in a whole new direction

Find a functional front cinch that’s right for your Western saddle.

Here’s the scoop on 25 cozy bed & barns, where you can vacation in style with your own horse, from coast-to-coast.

Sharpen your trail skills with this series from endurance champion Lari Shea, owner of California’s Ricochet Ridge Ranch. This issue: Eight-step guide to competitive endurance riding.

Identify your problem, then use these strategies to get back on your way toward your goals.

Get a handle on your riding related fears, with this 10-step self-help program from a sports psychologist.