Enter TODAY to Win a Free Horse Calendar

Enter TODAY to Win a Free Horse Calendar


Today (December 31, 2009) is the last day to enter to win a free calendar from our friends at Bit & Bridle Magazine. They're offering a calendar by equine photographer Gabriele Boiselle.(Here's her full collection, for those who wish to order calendars directly from the Boiselle collection.)

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This contest runs through December 31, 2009. 

Bubba's Book Is Coming Soon!

Bubba's Book Is Coming Soon!

My friend and colleague Jennifer Walker has written a fun read for young horse lovers. Actually, horse lovers of all ages will enjoy this sweet story.

Bubba Goes National, by Jennifer Walker, may be preordered from Amazon or from the author's own website for $12.95 (plus shipping and handling). Published books are expected January 15, 2010.

I was honored to

My Horse: A True Blessing in My Life

This is my entry to a contestat Knot-a-Tail. Votes (for a really cool prize - pictured here) will be talliedfrom comments receivedat that site. My Horse: A True Blessing in My Life By Linda Ann Nickerson (Photo at right copyrighted by Nickers and Ink.) Missie nickered her way into my heart immediately. My daughter started it by begging me for riding lessons. After a year of watching her

Merry Christmas from The Mane Point

Merry Christmas from The Mane Point

Tee-rriffic Holiday Horse Lover Gifts

Tee-rriffic Holiday Horse Lover GiftsHey, Kris Kringle!Need a quick fix for holiday horse lover shopping?Slip an artistic or witty equestrian tee shirt or baseball cap under the tree for Christmas this year, and see what happens.(CTRL-click on the image/s for more information.)Horsey tees, sweatshirts and caps are sure to please young and older horse lovers alike.Cap off Christmas in style!

Drink Up Holiday Cheer with a Great Equestrian Gift

Drink Up Holiday Cheer with a Great Equestrian GiftFor $10.49, Santa can pick up a 16 oz. thermal stainless steel mug (for hot or cold beverages, decorated with a pretty horse.Christmas delivery is guaranteed on orders received by noon on Tuesday, December 22nd.(CTRL-click on the image for more information.)

Stick Around for Cool Horse Gifts

Stick Around for Cool Horse GiftsFor $12.95, Santa Claus can grab a super smart equestrian gift for a horse lover's truck, horse trailer or other vehicle.Several designs are available (as shown here).(CTRL-click on the image for more information.)Gotta ride through a happy horsey holiday!

Stepping Up to Great Horse Lover Gifts

Stepping Up to Great Horse Lover GiftsSanta, have you finished your holiday shopping yet? If you're still scouring the North Pole for a special gift for a favorite equestrienne, why not pick up a pair of Dansko Professional Clogs?(CTRL-click on the image/s for more information.)These sturdy shoes (with excellent arch support) cost about $120. Still, if a single pair of clogs becomes favorite

Gorgeous FREE PRINTABLE 2010 Calendar

Gorgeous FREE PRINTABLE 2010 CalendarIf you have not yet purchased a 2010 wall calendar, take a look at this neat FREE printable calendar from Brian Kliewer, a nature artist from Maine. A friend just sent me the link.I've never seen Brian Kliewer's work before, but I think it is lovely!Why not hang a pretty calendar by your tack trunk at the barn? (Just CTRL-click on the image to go to the

Stable Tips for Holiday Tipping

Stable Tips for Holiday Tipping Christmas is only a handful of days away. Are you ready? (I almost am.) My holiday shopping (and baking and crafting) now complete, I am becoming a total wrap star. In fact, I have come up with a few new and creative uses for baling twine. Yesterday, I checked with the barn manager to find out which day this week would find all of the barn men at

A Merry Christmas Sleigh Ride

A Merry Christmas Sleigh RideLast week, I accompanied a group of middle school choristers and musicians on a round-robin field trip, as they performed holiday songs in multiple locations around town. The kids did a super job.Here's the funny part. The orchestra played the classic holiday song, "Sleigh Ride." The audience loved it. However, at the end, there was no neighing horse. (The school's

Nice Read - on OTTB's

Nice Read - on OTTB's What happens to racehorses who can no longer race? Can a big-city accountant be transformed into a racehorse rescuer?Here's a true story, penned by an equestrian who made this real-life transition to found the LoneStar Outreach to Place Ex-Racers (LOPE), a non-profit racehorse placement agency located near Austin, Texas. LOPE has placed more than 725 off-the-track

New Year's Resolutions for Horses

New Year's Resolutions for Horses If you could write a New Year's Resolution for your horse, what would it be?* To stop bucking or rearing?* To willingly go forward in a pleasing frame?* To come when you call him?* To win more blue ribbons?* To get along with his pasture mates more amiably?* To stop kicking in his stall?* To load more easily into the horse trailer?Please leave a comment to

Snowy Horse Fun

Snowy Horse Fun

Not to advertise the subject or plug a particular product here (as I have no affiliation with the brand), but I love the Budweiser Clydesdales.

In fact, I enjoyed meeting a few of these fine equines last summer at a county fair and a state fair and speaking with some of their grooms and handlers. This photo shows Yankee and Jake, two of the famous Budweiser Clydesdale horses.

Fiscal Finds for Equestrian Enthusiasts

Fiscal Finds for Equestrian EnthusiastsWhat gifts and supplies can you get for an equestrian for a buck? Did you know you can find plenty of pony-lover presents at dollar and discount stores for the Christmas, Hanukkah, birthdays or other special occasions?Check out this list. What other items might you find at the dollar store for your favorite horse lover? 50 dollar store finds for horse lovers

What's on Your Horsey Holiday Wish-List This Year?

What's on Your Horsey Holiday Wish-List This Year?Delivering the White House Christmas Tree by Horse-Drawn CarriagePublic Domain PhotoDoes Santa need a few suggestions this year? Why not forward these practical and promising idea-filled links to the jolly old elf ... so the sleigh will be filled with your favorite equestrian holiday gifts? 12 Days of Christmas gifts for equestrians: A dozen

Christmas Shopping Countdown for Horse Lovers

Christmas Shopping Countdown for Horse LoversNeed some great holiday gift ideas for your favorite horse lover? Are you making out your own list for Santa this year? Check out these roundups of horsey gift ideas for the holidays!Top 5 Online Gift Shopping Sites for Horse Lovers Giddy up for horsey holiday shopping! Christmas shopping for horse lovers is simple, if you know where to look online

Horse-Lover Zone for Pony Pals

Have you visited THE HORSE VOICE - a Place for Pony Pals? This fun site offers how-tos, holiday ideas and other horsey items, particularly for young horse lovers.Check it out! (Be sure to forward the http link to your favorite young horse lover.)There's even a peppermint pony craft for Christmas.

Christmas Auction Benefits Stolen Horse International

Christmas Auction Benefits Stolen Horse InternationalHave you started your Christmas shopping yet? You can skip those crowded holiday sales and shop online for your favorite horse lovers.Stolen Horse International (NetPosse.com) is holding an online auction this month.(CTRL-click here for more information.)Proceeds from the Stolen Horse International Charity Auction will support efforts to

Terrific Horse Treats

Terrific Horse Treats

(Photos used by permission.)