Kids Who Ride

While on her way to the Pinto World Championship, Vannah Paulson’s dream of competing at her first world show came to an end after her horse suffered a devastating injury. With the help from friends, family, and even strangers, Vannah was still able to make her dream come true—even if it looked a little different than originally planned.

That first riding lesson is a BIG deal for your kiddo. Here's what gear he or she needs to wear to make that critical first experience in the saddle a safe one.

Wet saddle pads are just as good for the rider as they are for the horse. Here's why.

In this new section, we’ll explore how horsemen and -women have introduced children to the horse world. In our first installment, National Finals Rodeo barrel racer Shali Lord discusses how she and her husband have developed a love for horses in their two children, Slade, 8, and Stealy, 3.

Are you a kid struggling to make your dreams of competition come true? Or the parent of such kid? I have some words for you.

These are four common mistakes I've seen parents or coaches making with their kids' tack and gear that are doing a disservice to their kids' horsemanship.

Horse-crazy moms long for horse-crazy kids—but it’s not always in the cards.

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.’

In today’s world, horses may be one of the best tools ever for fostering healthy, well-adjusted children.

How to combine the 4-H lessons of head, heart, hands, and health with horsemanship.