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Get to know your fellow professional horsemen, local equine organizations and Services.
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On the cover: The cover of Atlanta author Amber Cavalier Spiler’s first novel, “The Secret of Blackwatch.”
The Southern epic Anne Rivers Siddons classic “Low Country” gives an introduction to South Carolina’s hardy marsh tackies.
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The fantasy tale There’s something unusual about Atlanta, Ga., author Amber Spiler’s Blackwatch Stables.
This Southern authors first two horse-centric novels are a de light for adults and youth, alike. Here’s what inspired her
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Alpharetta, Ga., author Karen McGoldrick brings us a second novel featuring dressage at its finest.
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Online Waycross, Ga., blogger Katie Rogers gives us a glimpse into her own life with horses, healthy eating and small farming. The Collective Equestrian Summer 2016
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From the editor ... My horse-themed tour of North Ga.
I hope you’ve had a fun and horse-filled summer so far. Mine has been both of those things - it’s included a tour of North Georgia of sorts. I’ve gotten to spend some quality time with horse friends - some who I’ve known since college, some who are newer acquaintances - and it’s made me appreciate how fortunate I am to know such a variety of riders. I kicked my summer riding off with an extended visit mid-June with my longtime friends Dana and Nikki Surrusco of Ellijay, Ga. They own HorseSense Riding Academy, and I’m not exaggerating when I say they have one of the finest lesson programs in the state. Nikki’s an AH-rated former Pony Club member, and she integrates into her barn the meticulousness that is the trademark of longtime Pony Clubbers. Everything in her tack room and feed storage area is organized and labeled according to which horse uses it. Each horse and pony living within the carefully-maintained electric fencing at HorseSense wears a fly mask to maximize grazing comfort during the day, and Nikki can give you the rundown on the health history of every equine in her care. In fact, I view her as my “older horse” guru. She has a knack for keeping aging lesson horses happy, healthy and sound well into their 30s. I had the best time riding in the mornings on her bouncy custom footing (ground carpet remnants mixed with sand) and watching Nikki build up the mental and physical foundations of the young riders in her lesson program as they hopped over crossrails and counted strides in between. Next, I had the distinct pleasure of seeing an artist at work in early July. I had sent my young paint horse, Chase, to a friend to be started under saddle. I had done all the groundwork myself - lungeing, tacking, driving - I’d even sat on the little guy, but I wanted someone with lots of horse-starting experience to actually “walk him off” under saddle for the first time. That person was Chad Childers, of Calhoun, Ga. - full-time farrier and part-time colt starter. He comes from the gritty world of bareback riding, so he can literally stay on anything. The thing that I value about Chad, though, is the fact that he can read a young horse so well. His focus for Chase was to instill respect and confidence, and when I stopped by to ride the colt for the first time, I could tell Chad had done some of his best work. Chase knew what was being asked of him, from the time he was led to the arena to the first time I smooched him up into an easy lope, and he was happy to do his job. It was a genuine pleasure to talk with Chad about his riding philosophy and learn that he instinctively seeks rhythm relaxation and straightness in the young horses he rides. His motto is “Set them up to win.” Mission accomplished, Chad! I look forward to reinforce these concepts in Chase. Finally, later in July, I stopped by the Mustang and Wild Horse Rescue of Georgia (MWHRG) tack swap at Wills Park in Alpharetta. The association’s executive director, Elizabeth Montgomery, did a fabulous job of pulling together members of the local horse community. There were booths housing professionals and enthusiasts from all walks of horsey life: a chiropractor, an equine herbalist, a masseuse, crafters and several used tack sellers. It was a real pleasure to walk from booth to booth and introduce myself to these movers and shakers who seek to make the local horse world a better place and stay connected while doing it. I hope MWHRG hosts this event again. As for this issue, you’ll find, as always, a varied slice of the horse world: the jewelry designer who knows what riders wear, the local author who knows what riders read and, of course, our carefully-curated summer reading list. You’ll also notice we’ve partnered with Countryside Veterinary Services in Covington, Ga., for a veterinary column featuring issues pertinent to the Southeast. You’ll also see our giveaway ad. We’re going to be conducting these events regularly, so watch your inbox and Facebook for chances to win all sorts of amazing equine products from Southeastern businesses. I hope you enjoy the rest of your summer, and most of all, I hope it’s horse-filled! Sincerely,
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Vincent Peach:
The jewelry designer who understands riders A Nashville jewelry designer who has catered to such celebrities as Reba McEntire and Connie Britton is now seeking to install staples in equestrian wardrobes. With his beautiful but practical designs, Vincent Peach is well on his way. Like preceding Vincent Peach collections, the new Equestrian Collection features pearls prominently. Many of the pieces, with their simplicity and sturdiness, wouldn’t look out of place on a rider schooling in a sandy arena or braiding a horse on the showgrounds. Durability, Peach says, is key in his designs. His bracelets and necklaces often feature leather as their bases with pearl accents. They’re ready to stand up to riders’ lifestyles, according to Peach. A pearl’s exterior layer, or nacre (also known as mother of pearl), is as hard as enamel on teeth, he explains. He can personally vouch for the longevity of his pieces, having worn a good many of them, literally, everywhere. “My particular pieces that I wear, I never take off - I shower in them!” he says. When he added the equestrianthemed line to his already extensive jewelry collection, Peach was attempting to meld functionality with a sense of indulgence, in a Ralph Lauren sort of way. He calls the resulting effort “a combination of living the equestrian lifestyle and sophisticated luxury.” The rustic aesthetic of the Equestrian Collection pieces have made them popular with the Nashville crowd. Country singers McEntire and Carrie Underwood have been spotted
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Nashville-based jewelry designer Vincent Peach’s new Equestrian Collection features pieces that wouldn’t be out of place on the showgrounds. wearing several of them. Britton, of the country music-centered television drama “Nashville,” has also partaken of the Equestrian Collection, according to Peach. As he broadens his Equestrian Collection offerings, it seems riders are taking note. Vincent Peach designs were featured in the Churchill Downs Magazine Derby Edition earlier this year and also made an appearance at the Four Seasons booth at the 2016 International Polo match in Wellington, Fla. Peach grew up watching his family make a living in the wholesale pearl business, so it was only natural for him to incorporate the gems into his designs. He plans to add some
Western-themed pieces to the Equestrian Collection, as well as diamond accents, but pearls, he says, will always have their place in his creations. Like his relationship with pearls, his association with horses stretches back to his childhood. He’s kept a foot in the equestrian world as owner of the aptly-named and iconic “La Pearla” ranch. “It’s a landmark spot in Nashville,” Peach explains. “It’s a big part of who I am.” The land boasts three log cabins, and it’s there that the designer goes to recharge and watch his Quarter Horses congregate at feeding time at the beginning of each day. “I love seeing them,” he says. “They all gather around the fence.”
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Summer reading Can’t ride at the beach this summer? Here are our picks for the best horse novels to tide you over. The best part? They’re all either set or were written in the Southeast. The Collective Equestrian Summer 2016
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“The Dressage Chronicles II: A Matter of Feel”
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Anne Rivers Siddons transports us to a place in the South Carolina lowlands untouched by time. Here exists Dayclear, a small village on land belonging to the family of Siddons’ protagonist Caroline “Caro” Venable. The Gullah inhabitants still heat with wood stoves, and televisions and cars are a rare sight in the one-street community. When Caro realizes the community is in danger of being engulfed by the menace of a theme park development being built by none other than her husband, she knows she has to make a stand. She feels a responsibility to stop the development to preserve the Gullah way of life and also the ecosystem of the surrounding marshland. Here’s where horses make an appear-
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speed on Lizzy’s story. You’ll be begging for more after breezing through the second novel. Fortunately, McGoldrick’s third book is presently in the final stages of publishing.
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Karen McGoldrick’s vivid odyssey through the upper ranks of American dressage continues with “The Dressage Chronicles II: A Matter of Feel.” Her protagonist, working student Lizzy, travels with her employers to their Equus Paradiso summer training center in New Jersey. Once she arrives, it’s back to the show ring where McGoldrick’s trainer character, Margot Fanning, continues to impress the judges with her classical prowess. Lizzy gives us a wonderful narrative from the sidelines as we see the impeccably maintained tack, lush showgrounds and farms and glossy warmbloods through her eyes. This time around, Lizzy’s struggles involve a big-for-her-britches Young Rider and a rival trainer who has his eye on Margot’s irascible but brilliantly talented ride, Wild Child. Once again, McGoldrick does a mas-
terful job of integrating real-life descriptions of dressage into Lizzy’s story. It’s clear she’s drawn from her own experience as a trainer - the Southeast gets to claim her as she rides and writes on her own farm in Alpharetta, Ga. As Lizzy struggles to learn the ins and outs of the walk pirouette, we find ourselves learning right along with her. One of Lizzy’s most pithy lessons comes from the operation’s resident young horse trainer, Deb, who allows Lizzy to ride her older mare, Regina, a veteran dressage horse. “Feel how the shoulders always have to stay in front of that inside hind, just a smidge,” Deb explains. “You gotta’ always feel that in every pirouette, every half-pass. Lose that and you are so screwed. That’s what makes the bend. That’s what makes the balance. That’s how you load the bending joints of the hind leg. That’s engagement, Lizzy. That’s dressage.” It’s passages like these that make McGoldrick the sport’s literary ambassador; she’s able to integrate the nuts and bolts into her narrative in a believable way. If you haven’t read McGoldrick's original “The Dressage Chronicles,” do yourself a favor and pick it up first so you’ll be up to
“Low Country”
Anne Rivers Siddons Harper Torch ance: South Carolina’s marsh tackies, descendants of the Spanish barbs that long ago swam from shipwrecks to American shores, still inhabit the lowlands. When Caro retreats to her family’s home place in the marshes, she reacquaints herself with a wild dun mare she’s seen in the past. This time, the mare shows up with a tiny foal at her side. The duo makes repeat appearances in the story, ultimately working as a tie between Caro’s past and present. If you’re unfamiliar with marsh tackies, “Lowcountry” is a good introduction. Siddon’s language and descriptions are vivid and magnetic, whether she’s portraying the ponies moving through the fog or a home-cooked meal in the Gullah village. The story becomes a real page turner as Caro peels back the layers of the Gullah’s plight in the face of development and the fragility of the lowlands and the marsh tackies. The Collective Equestrian Summer 2016
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“The Secret of Blackwatch”
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When Maggie Thompson’s dad decides to buy her a pony, it opens up a whole new world of possibilities. Still reeling from the pain of her mother’s death, Maggie finds herself able to start rebuilding her life as her riding instructor, Ms. Cavalieri, and fellow students become more and more a part of her daily routine. Maggie soon begins to realize there’s something unusual about Blackwatch Stables. Ms. Cavalieri seems to know a little too much about what the ponies are thinking, and offhand remarks from the other girls lead her to believe they might be hiding something. As the story winds on, we see Maggie’s riding skills develop, and her bond deepen with Bella, a pony she rescued at a run-down sale. When Bella goes missing one day during a trail ride, Maggie knows her hunch about Blackwatch Stables is correct, based on the riders’ reactions to the strange flying creatures that snatched Bella. Maggie’s friends go above and beyond in their attempts to help Maggie locate the pony. This is the first effort from Atlanta, Ga., author Amber Spiler, and she pens a wonderful portrayal of a well-kept stable and a comprehensive youth riding program. Although the novel is geared toward youth, adult riders will also find her descriptions of matching trunks and immaculate stalls pleasing. Readers who are hooked after the first book needn’t worry - they can immediately begin the series’ second installment, “The Secret of the New Rider,” and Spiler has a third book on the way.
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“Katy Had a Little Farm”
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Katy Rogers gives us a glimpse into life on her Waycross, Ga., farm at katyhadalittlefarm.com - gardening, clean eating, food politics and - naturally - riding. Her writing is well-supported and often inspiring. Sometimes it’s comforting; a recent post titled, “To All of Us Who Don’t Ride as Much as We ‘Should,’” assures us that it’s OK to make time for horses in whatever ways we can in various stages of our lives. “I’ve gotten to the point that laying on my mare while she eats counts. (And she smells better than No. 5 could ever smell,)” Rogers confesses. She touches on the often unspoken concern that plagues all dedicated horse owners who feel like work, family and other things constantly land before riding on their daily checklists. And she gently lets us off the hook, reminding us that the love of horsemanship itself is not a contest: “I’m giving you permission, if you want it, to do this stage of your horse life however you can and not feel guilty about it because you aren’t letting go.” she writes. “This life isn’t about sport. If horses are a business move or calculated strategy for you, you aren’t a horse person. You are a business person, which is fine but best kept in that world, not in the realm of living, sentient souls.” This blog is a lovely little escape and sometimes a supplement to daily life. If you visit for the horsey references, stay for the advice on how to identify “real” food, how to put better utilize your garden space and how to recognize government involvement in food production. The Collective Equestrian Summer 2016
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From the vet ...
Canker versus thrush … the signs to watch for and what to do about both I recently treated an equine canker case, and it occurred to me that a lot of horse owners might not be able to recognize this painful infection that affects the hoof. It can show up in the frog, heel and underlying hoof structures. We haven’t completely isolated the organism that causes canker, but we do know warm and muddy conditions contribute to its prevalence just the kind of conditions common in the Southeast. Lucky us. Here’s the basic distinguishing factor for canker: it causes overgrowths. Early-stage canker has a doppelganger in thrush but this affliction actually destroys hoof tissue. Canker-infected horses may try to keep weight off the entire affected hoof or at least the heel. Worst case scenario: you’re looking at internal damage to the hoof structures on top of the external damage that’s visible. The good news: canker is far less common than thrush. The bad news: it’s much harder to treat - it involves resecting the infected portions of the hoof. An antiseptic cleaning regimen is the essential follow up, and sometimes antibiotics are even necessary. So which equines are most susceptible to canker? Well, the easy answer is all of them: it can affect all age groups, from foals to older horses. Sometimes canker isn’t caught until it’s really taken hold in the hoof. At this point, you’re looking for cauliflower-like growths mounded at the back portion of the frog with (there’s
just not a pleasant way to put this) puss-like excretions. If you find said conditions when picking your horse’s hooves, you’re probably apt to scream, drop the foot and hotfoot it to the phone to call your vet. Good move.
Dr. Dan Carter is one of only five veterinarians in the U.S. who is also an AFA certified journeyman farrier. Dr. Carter owns and operates Countryside Veterinarian Services in Monticello and Covington, Ga. The Countryside offices are equipped to handle an array of procedures and surgeries beyond basic care for equines and small animals. See countrysidevets.com.
SIGNS OF THRUSH Smell - foul, rotten odor Discharge - black moisture where frog meets sole Sensitivity - pain in the frog when pressure is applied Lameness - look for this in serious cases.
THRUSH PREVENTION Clean – pick your horse’s hooves regularly, but take care not to damage the sulcus or frog so as not to create a point for bacterial entry. Exercise - adequate turnout time can suffice here, but
make sure your horse moves in order to keep circulation going in the hoof. Adequate blood supply is key to healthy hooves. Regular farrier care - Hire an experienced farrier for trims - regular hoof care is
the key to balanced, supportive hooves. Environmental conditions – If at all possible, keep your horses on clean, dry ground. Wet, dirty bedding and manure mixed with mud make for the perfect stage for thrush.
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Here’s how the treatment is probably going to go. The tissue of the frog will easily loosen and bleed when your vet starts to poke around on the hoof. Also, pay attention to the smell: infected tissue will emit a foul odor when resected. “OK so, what’s thrush?” you’re probably thinking at this point. Here’s what you need to know: it’s common and easy to spot - and smell. You’re looking for black bacteria with a tarlike consistency. Thrush is usually very treatable early on. However, as it invades the sole and vital structures, it can cause significant pain. So with both thrush and canker, you need to be aware of the odor coming from your horse’s hoof - if it’s foul, call your vet.
DAN CARTER CJF, DVM
Here I am working on a recent canker resection. Note how the infected area is located toward the back of the frog.
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Of ponies, plaid & secrets: An Atlanta, Ga., writer brings the mysticism of horse ownership to life in her books By LIZ CRUMBLY Editor
made perfect sense now; they were all looking at the wrong pony, and so she “Maggie looked up, startled to see said, ‘My pony’s name is Stormy, Ms. girls coming out of the stalls and curi- Cavalieri.’ ously making their way toward her. With an arched eyebrow Ms. CavMs. Cavalieri opened the stall door alieri looked over her shoulder and with the Bella nameplate. “Oh!” This said, ‘Your pony doesn’t like to be
called Stormy, she likes to go by Bella. Her full name is Bella Tempesta, which means beautiful storm, but Bella is fine with her.” Confused yet? So is Maggie Thompson. That’s a quote from Amber Cavalier Spiler’s first novel, “The Secret of Blackwatch,” and when her protagonist, Maggie, finds herself in possession of a new pony, she (along with Spiler’s readers) is confounded by the fact that her riding instructor seems to
“… she said, ‘My pony’s name is Stormy, Ms. Cavalieri.’ With an arched eyebrow Ms. Cavalieri looked over her shoulder and said, ‘Your pony doesn’t like to be called Stormy, she likes to go by Bella. Her full name is Bella Tempesta, which means beautiful storm, but Bella is fine with her.” - an excerpt from “The Secret of Blackwatch”
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know so much about the little mare already. The author does a lovely job of introducing little clues throughout the novel that form a larger picture in the end. Let’s just say Spiler’s Blackwatch horses turn out to have abilities and characteristics beyond those of the garden-variety equine. Spiler says these developments reflect the mystic draw humans feel to equines in real life. “To me, it ‘s really about the magic horses bring to our lives,” she explained. “That was important to me because I grew up a horse girl.”
How Blackwatch began Her childhood love of equines, mixed with her rapt attention to her father’s fanciful stories, sparked Spiler’s desire to write the Blackwatch series. She had a white pony as a child growing up on an Ocala, Fla., farm, and her father often constructed stories about the pony sprouting wings and flying. These tales stuck with Spiler who repeated them to her daughters later on. The stories began to take on a life of their own as Spiler inserted her own embellishments, and a few years ago, she and her daughters got into the
habit of writing together every Friday morning at a Chick-fil-A near their home in Hoschton, Ga. “The Secrets of Blackwatch” was published in 2014 with a follow up last year called “The Secret of the New Rider.”
produced by a family member who describes as a “computer genius;” the cover of the second book looks similar with a few new elements.
Spiler has a third book in the works now; which her horse-obsessed The appeal fans (adults and young riders, alike) Both Spiler’s daughters have rid- are, no doubt, awaiting anxiously. The den, and one of them still shows regu- first two Blackwatch books are availalarly. Spiler herself spent countless ble for purchase at blackhours at Mary Rivers’ barn in Florida watchstablesseries.com. growing up. She participated in a variety of disciplines, and after a hiatus in her 20s, she returned to riding. Given her equestrian knowledge, one of her sticking points while writing was that her descriptions of clothing, tack, handling and riding be as realistic as possible. It’s these details that Spiler feels make her Blackwatch books appealing Purchase online: to riders of all ages. Spiler also knew she wanted a dis- www.blackwatchstablesseries .com tinctive look when it came to cover art. “I wanted the cover to match my story,” she explains. “The Secret of Blackwatch” features a portrait of a grey horse, a folded set of riding gloves and a riding crop all lying on a desk. The Blackwatch Stables coat of arms, bearing its namesake navy and hunter plaid, overlays the image. The artwork was The Collective Equestrian Summer 2016
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BOARDING, LESSONS & TRAINING: Rebel Woods Boarding Stables, Marietta, Ga. Unique trail riding opportunities. Facility borders nearly 3,000 acres of trails at Kennesaw Mountain Battlefield National Park. See Rebelwoods.com for facility details.
jumping arena, ample turnout. Ashley has experience with a wide variety of breeds and disciplines that ranges from showing AQHA/APHA to AHA and hunter/jumpers. For more information, see ashleycrooms.com.
Canter Ridge Equestrian, Canton, Ga., offers a variety of services, including boarding and hunter/ jumper Phoebe Loughrey Stables in Milton, lessons. State-of-the-art, 16-stall facilGa., offers students an intimate teach- ity on 40 rolling acres. See cantering and showing experience. Students ridgeequestrian.com for a complete show at AA rated and local shows; list of services. riders of all ages accepted. See www.plstables.com for more inforBreakaway Farm in Braselton, Ga., mation about sale horses and other offers boarding, training and sales. services. Lessons and an IEA team under the leadership of trainer Sarah Dubois Paradise Ranch, Locust Grove, Ga., make for a youth-friendly environtrainer Gudrun Dees specializes in ment. Visit break-awayfarm.net for safe horsemanship for adult riders more information. new to horses or starting over with a riding career. Competitive trail inIRIDE (Indian River Institute for struction and clinics. Call 770-634Dressage and Equestrians) in Men5812 or visit Facebook.com/ tone, Ala., offers instruction for all deeshorsemanship for more inforriders with an emphasis on dressage. mation. Trainer Mary McGuire Smith has 30 years of riding experience and has Victory’s Gait at Sweet Dreams trained extensively in Europe. She is Farm, in Ball Ground, Ga., offers a available to travel to teach in the trifaith-based learning experience state area. See www.iride.at for more through natural horsemanship. Serv- information. ing mainly youth, this is a homeschool friendly atmosphere. Giddy-Up Fairhaven Farm in Coosa, Ga., ofclasses, promoting foundational fers a range of boarding, training and horsemanship learning, are offered lesson options. Trainer Kimberly Walthroughout the year. For more infor- lace has more than 30 years of riding mation, see victorysgait.weebly.com. experience that has included training in Europe. She offers lessons with an Ashley Crooms Equine Developemphasis on classical principals. See ment offering boarding, lessons and www.fairhavenfarm.info. full training packages at In Your Dreams Farm in Alpharetta, Ga. Farm Rolling Ridge Farm in Tunnel Hill, amenities include covered arena, Ga., is located conveniently to U.S. 41
and I-75, just 30 minutes south of Chattanooga. Services include lessons and boarding in two facilities, which include a 100×170 indoor. Students have the opportunity to show in GHJA shows as well as on an IEA team. See www.rollingridgefarm.com. Equestrian Training Center in Canton, Ga., offering lessons for riders of all ages and levels of experience in English and western disciplines. Trainer Jeannette McDonald has 32 years of experience with judging and teaching. See Equestriantrainingcenter.org for a complete list of services available. Silver Lining Stables, located in West Cobb County near Powder Springs, offers a range of services including full board, pony parties, custom leather working and lessons with various professionals in hunters, jumping and dressage. See www.silverliningstables.com for more information. Rising Star Farm in Silver Creek, Ga., provides a complete range of breeding services. Standing approved and licensed warmblood hunter, jumper and dressage stallions; offering professional mare and foal care, as well as limited boarding and training. See www.risingstarfarm.net. Cedar Lane Farm in Chickamauga, Ga., offers American Warmblood horses for sale, many with the champagne color from their sire, Magon. Owner/ trainer Amy Humble Lanier, a USDF “L” graduate, offers lessons and training in dressage, eventing and IEA equitation. See Cedar Lane Farm
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on Facebook or email champagnesporthorse@gmail.com. Foxberry Farm, in Dallas, Ga., offers quality instruction for riders of all levels in primarily English disciplines with emphasis on the 3-phases of eventing: dressage, show jumping, and cross-country. Boarding, lessons, and events. Details on the website: www.foxberryequestrianfarm.com. Shelby Oaks Farm in Wilsonville, Ala., serves hunter/ jumpers. Facilities include a 15-stall barn and two riding arenas. Christie Saunders, trainer, can be reached at 205-529-7162. See facebook.com/Shelbyoaksfarm for more information.
boarder lounge, tack room, matted stalls and custom feed program. See www.tripleseventing.com.
available. Owner/ trainer Christine Johnson is a certified PATH instructor and USEF AHA licensed judge. See www.cjironhorse.com.
All Purpose Horsemanship, owned by trainer and clinician Josh Peebles, is located in Young Harris, Ga. Josh serves the public training horses, starting colts and conducting clinics in the natural horsemanship style. Call 706-897-3244. Pegasus Riding School in Milner, Ga., offers boarding, lessons, training and show prep in the disciplines of hunter/ jumper and dressage under the guidance of owners Linda and Warren Abrams. See www.pegride2000.com.
JB Equestrian, in Dacula, Ga., specializes in hunters, jumpers, equitation and ponies. Lessons, showing opportunities, sales and training offered for beginner through advancedlevel riders and horses with trainer Jamie Bertone. See www.jb-equestrian.com.
KS Equestrian, in Canton, Ga., offers boarding, lessons and training in several disciples with a specialization in Western dressage. Full time trainer Kristin Delibero, is a Train the Trainer graduate with the WDAA and has Training and Riding Academy of In Unison Farm in Adairsville, Ga., Chattanooga (TRAC) offers instruc- 25-plus years experience. We offer offers full, partial and pasture board - tion in natural horsemanship, rider three to four clinics per year in West12x12 stalls with runs, lighted outbiomechanics, eventing, dressage, ern dressage and welcome haul-in clidoor arena, cross country jumps, showjumping and Western dressage. ents for mini clinics and lessons. trails. Family atmosphere managed by Also available are boarding, training Email ksequestrian29@gmail.com or trainer Lee Ann Gilson, an A-rated and clinics. See TRACequestrian.com call 770-655-1734. Pony Clubber, who lives on-site. Lee or call 423-596-8286. Ann also owns Heavenly Hooves in Ooltewah, TenRevelation Farm in Alpharetta, Ga., nessee, offers quality instruction, Optimum Eventing and offers dres- offers a full range of services for the training and barefoot trimming. Consage and jumping lessons and also serious dressage rider. Owner/ trainer tact owner Christina Mendoza Green training for young horses and older Danielle Perry is available to help rid- at 423-310-4282 or see facebook.com/ horses who need tune-ups. See ers improve competition scores and heavenlyhooves. www.inunisonfarm.com and optiearn USDF medals through classical mumeventing.com. dressage instruction. Revelation Farm River Valley Stables is family envialso conducts shows, sales and clinics ronment equestrian facility in BraHorseSense Riding Academy in El- and offers boarding. See Revelation- selton, Ga., featuring a nine-stall barn, lijay, Ga., offers eventing and mount- farm.weebly.com. 25 acres, arena, round pen and wash ed games instruction for children and bay. Full board only to keep herd size adults with its exclusive Learning H and H Equestrian, Ringgold, Ga., under eight. Pony parties offered and Levels education program. Day offers a safe and effective lesson pro- trainer available for lessons. Call 770camps, showing opportunities, full gram for riders of all ages. Come 533-3553 or and partial lease programs available. polish your skills and get show ready email Rivervalleystablesbraselton@g Head trainer Nikki Surrusco holds an in Western, barrels or hunter/ jumpmail.com. H Pony Club rating. See ers. Boarding and training services www.horsesenseridingacademy.com. also available. See handhequestriPascova Farm, in Athens, Ga., offers an.weebly.com or call Lizzy Hood at full board, luxury pasture board on 80 Triple S Eventing in Woodstock, 423-308-9375. acres and lessons. Cross country Ga., offers lessons and boarding at course, dressage arena and stadium Lakeview Farm. Emphasis on serving Iron Horse Stables, Milton, Ga., of- jumps available for your schooling or adult amateurs starting out in or refers a diverse range of services for lesson needs. See turning to eventing. Barn amenities: riders looking to show nationally or to www.pascovafarm.com or call 404lit dressage and jumping arena, trails ride for recreation. A variety of thera- 386-0545. on property, hot/cold wash rack, peutic riding opportunities are also The Collective Equestrian Summer 2016
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Sun Valley Arabians in Lizella, Ga., offers full and pasture boarding on 86 beautiful acres, as well as a variety of breeding services including mare care. The farm stands several Arabian stallions and has quality Straight Egyptian and crossbred foals for sale. See www.sunvalleyarabians.com. Dustin’s Place, in Cumming, Ga., provides therapeutic riding services for children and adults who have special needs. Instructor Lynn Brecht is certified through the Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association and has a certificate in horsework from Strides to Success. See www.brechtstables.org for more information. Flatwood Farm Performance Horses in Conyers, Ga., provides lessons, as well as kid-safe horses for lease. Training available for starting horses, show tuneups and behavior problems. See www.facebook.com/FlatwoodFarm-Performance-Horses or call 678 -413-9373. Boarding services in Talking Rock, Ga.: pasture and stall options, as well as trails and an arena by appointment. See https://www.facebook.com/ groups/286533571412874/ permalink/1067377443328479/ North Atlanta Equestrian, located at Old Mill Farm in Cartersville, Ga., offers boarding and lessons for all ages, as well as competition opportunities including obstacle challenges, showing and an IEA team. See northatlantaequestrian.com. Five 2 Five Performance Horses strives to provide a pleasant buying/ selling experience from beginning to completion of a sale. Consignment and advertising options offered to best fit your individual needs. Find us on Facebook or email 525performancehorses@gmail.com. Sawtooth Ranch, in Covington, Ga.,
offers riding lessons and horse training, as well as desensitization, ground work, saddle breaking, and more. Call 678-588-0150 for more information, or email sawtoothranchga@gmail.com.
day. We treat your horses like our own. Conveniently located in Ormond beach Fla. Call Bonnie at 386-6274769.
The Yonahlossee Saddle Club in Boone, NC, offers boarding, lessons, Willing Partners Horsemanship training, arena rentals, trail rides and striving to create horses that are will- more. Facility features covered arena ing and trusting partners for their with mirrors, fans, sprinklers. See yoowners and handlers. Everything good nahlosseesaddlec.wix.com/home. must start from the ground and build into something greater. Mutual trust is Red Hill Stables, located in Ocala, an essential part of our teaching; we Fla., offers hunter-jumper training, also teach horses to look to their han- lessons and boarding at its plush facildlers for support and guidance. See ity. Six-stall barn features a cushioned facebook.com/ center aisle, large jumping arena and willingpartnershorsemanship/. additional shaded riding arena. Premium hay and feed for boarded horses, The Stables at Towne Lake in as well as turnout in lush, green padWoodstock offers a range of boarding docks. See redhillstables.com. options. Full course jumping arena, separate flatwork arena, barrel arena Bray's Training Center, convenientand two lighted round pens. Trainers ly located just off I-30 in Benton, on site or bring your own with apArk., offers a variety of boarding opproval. Custom care for your horse in tions for all breeds, plus lesson and a relaxed atmosphere. See training packages. Outside coaches/ www.thestablesattownelake.com. trainers welcome for boarders; 30 stalls, covered lighted arena, outdoor Four Rivers Sporthorse Complex in riding areas, round pen, miles of pasPaducah, Ky., offers training, lessons, ture and trails. Gated facility with sales and boarding in a state-of-the-art staff on premises and security. Email facility. The farm is home to event braystrainingcenter@gmail.com, call and dressage champions and also 501-778-6375 or see btc-arabian.com. hosts United States Pony Club events. Youth and adult riding programs serve Dabney Riding Academy in Mansas entryways to competition through- field, Ga., specializes in building rider out the region. See fourrivconfidence, clear communication and erssporthorse.com for more inforsafety in the context of classical equimation. tation and Western riding. Also available: gentle horsemanship training Fox Pointe Farm in Quinton, Va., and boarding. Farm includes indoor offers full-service boarding and train- and outdoor arenas and obstacle ing, as well as hunter/ jumper and eq- course. See dabneyfarm.com. uitation lessons. Sale horses and leases available, as well as IEA and local MRK Dressage in Alpharetta, Ga., showing opportunities. See foxpointe- provides a full range of services: full farmva.com. and partial boarding, sales, judging, lessons and training. Trainers, USDF Hearts 4 Hooves welcomes all disci- gold medalists, Ryan Bell and Micha plines, from barrel racing to jumping, Knol, have each ridden extensively in dressage and miles of trails. Full Holland; Bell is a veteran Young Ridboard includes quality feed and er. Both are available for lessons at coastal hay and stalls cleaned twice a the farm or at clients’ facilities. See The Collective Equestrian Summer 2016
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mrkdressage.com. SERVICES: gahorsefarms.com: your source for equestrian real estate in North Georgia. Suburban and rural properties, horse farms, estate homes, recreational and mountain properties and more. Broker Teresa Anderson and Horse Pro Sales Agents assist you in finding just the right property. If you have a farm to sell, they can help with the marketing and sales process with competitive listing packages.
sizes. Whips run the gamut from short jumping bats to long Dressage whips. Most items can be monogrammed with initials or names. See www.signaturespurs.com. Deceased Pet Care Funeral Homes and Crematories: serving four Georgia locations. Providing for all aspects of equine cremation including planning, equine urns, burial lots, granite markers. Call 770-457-7659 or visit www.deceasedpetcare.com/ equinecremationservices.
it is texture, mass and the relationship of environment and animal which triggers the creative impulse. I am constantly striving to capture the essence of what enchants me most about horses." Susan Travis - Intuitive Guidance: “Susan Travis is joyfully in the employ of the Universe, represented by her Spirit Guides.” Some humans have greater access to these guides, making it possible to communicate with you to help you and your animals. Readings: 585-335-3998 / whitecrest@juno.com. See Susan Travis Intuitive Guidance on Facebook.
County Saddles still represent a tradition of handmade quality! Make your appointment for a fitting for a customizable County today with Georgia representative Cindy Adcock. Hay Burners Equine offers slowCindy can be reached by e-mail at feed hay nets in a variety of sizes and cindy@countysaddlery.com or by materials. Made to be tougher than the phone at 404-285-0063. average slow-feed hay net, “Quality AAA Paints - Kingston, Ga., standing materials are carefully chosen to withGeorgia-based artist Robert “Brooks Brothers,” the 2011 Pinto stand the abuse that our equine partHorse Association of America Halter Cederstrand offers finely-wrought ners dish out.” Sizes range from paintings of equines and the natural Stallion of the Year. Standing to the mini/ snack portion capacity to extra public for the first time this year. See world. Working mostly in oil, he prolong hay bale; hay roll nets also availaaa.paints.weebly.com for more infor- duces unique works appropriate for home or the workplace and available able. See mation. through his Cederstrand Studio. See www.hayburnersequine.com. Lisa Turner - professional horse clipping: work guaranteed to produce show ring-ready results! Also, farm labor, farm sitting, pet sitting. Proceeds benefit several animal rescues. References available. Woodstock. Call 404-663-3267.
Mitchells Equine Services, based in Social Circle, Ga., offers horse training and exercising, lessons, hauling, purchasing, sales and more. Owner Jordan Mitchell offers rehabilitation for injured horses with a specialty in securing laser therapy services in conjunction with veterinarians. See Facebook.com/mitchellsequineservices.
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Ride horses and have beautiful nails, too, with Jamberry nail wraps. Learn more about this unique manicure solution and place your order today with Lead Consultant GiGi Thompson at gigithompson.jamberrynails.net.
Express Trailer Solutions - mobile trailer services. We come to you! For appointments - 770-757-7288 / chris@expresstrailersolutions.com. Like our Facebook page. We offer these services and more: interior/ exterior, pressure washing, aluminum brightening, waxing, polishing, basic Whinny's Equine Sitting in Rome, Ga., provides pet-sitting services for Harris Leather in State Road, N.C., repairs, general maintenance. large and small animals. Owner Wenprovides quality leather and silverworks for both English and Western Zaudke Sculpture - R. Zaudke Wil- dy Nichols has been managing and riders. Endless options in the way of kins, artist. See a gallery of works on working at barns for 24 years. Whinny’s is regularly locally recommended show and work tack, with quite a few the website offerings for the show wardrobe, as www.zaudkesculpture.com and Like by veterinarians and farriers. For more information, call 706-409-3835. well. Many items are completely cus- the Facebook page. Wilkins says tomizeable. See harrisleather.com. about her works, "Nature is my muse. Opposing textures, the tilt of a head, Countryside Veterinary Services in Covington, Ga., offers a complete Signature Spurs in Pompano Beach, or simply the way a jaw and neck Fla., offers a complete line of custom- join. These captured moments of na- range of services for both small and izable spurs and whips for the English ture and everyday life is what I strive large animals. A diverse veterinary staff with specialties in areas like rider. Spurs come in a wide variety of to create. Different aspects of each shapes and range from child to adult animal enchant me. Most often I find large animal surgery and equine hoof The Collective Equestrian Summer 2016
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care ensures your animal receives innovative and caring service. See www.countrysidevets.com. JRyan Studio in Cumming, Ga., offers quality custom art, including pet portraits and paintings, by way of artist Jessie Pagenkopf. Immortalize your horse or pet with custom, quality, unique art. See JRyannStudio.com for a full portfolio of work. C & K Livestock Services offers assistance with a wide variety of livestock-related tasks, including but not limited to: catching and hauling, marketing and vaccinations. Horses hauled, as well. Call Cody Peeler at 770-608-1025 or Kyle Waters at 770710-1692. Time To Reflect Equine Soft Tissue Therapy offers a range of treatment options with Wendy Jo Jordan, who is certified in equine sports massage therapy and equine electroacupressure. Call 772-341-4543 for more information.
speak with Brittany or Richard Edger- Looking to sell your horse? Glen ton. Gieschen serves clients from all over. Proven track record - 53 show horses Jessica Ann Designs specializes in sold in 2014 and 2015.Only sound equine photography, as well as design sane show horses represented. PM in a variety of areas, including busithrough Facebook to find your next ness cards, logos, apparel and product winner. Call 856-405-5260 or email catalogs. A wide range of social me- glenngieschen@gmail.com. dia and marketing services are also available. See http:// The Balanced Horse Project, www.jessicaann.design Dothan, Ala. provides workshops and mobile services for equine body balOxford Equine Transportation, ancing, riding support, photo analysis. based in Durango, Colo., is run by “An intelligent way to solve probexperienced horse haulers who prolems, prevent injuries and influence vide safe, high-quality transport for behavior. Learn the science behind their equine charges and love hearing our techniques and listen to our podtheir customers’ horse stories. DOT cast at compliant, licensed and insured and www.thebalancedhorseproject.net.” serving the lower 48 states. See www.oxfordequinetransportation.com Horse Trailer Supply provides onsite Bar 17 Horses, located in Stephens, Ga., specializes in matching familyfriendly equines with new owners across the Southeast and beyond. Horses range from beginner-safe trail mounts to finished working ranch horses. See the Facebook group Bar17 Horses for Sale.
trailer maintenance and repair. Traveling within 100-mile radius of metro Atlanta. Team handles lights, brakes, minor body repair and much more. See www.horsetrailersupply.com.
Tilted Tripod Studios in Hartwell, Ga., provides quality photos of you Happy Hoofs Hauling, out of Aland your horse with an experienced pharetta, Ga., is owned and operated equine photographer. Photo sessions by Donna Jackson, who brings to the The FoxAtlanta Hunter/ Jumper job extensive training as a veterinary Show Series, hosted by North Atlanta start at $75 and include 5-10 edited nurse and a focus on safety and well- Equestrian and Foxberry Farm, takes images on disk, along with a digital gallery. See facebook.com/ being of the horse. For your next short place at the Bartow County Saddle tiltedtripodstudios. -distance haul, contact Donna at toy- Club in Cartersville. See northatlanhorse22@hotmail.com or 770-540taequestrian.com for entry forms and Springbrook Bed and Barn in Niota, 2784. schedule. Tenn., offers overnight accommodations for traveling horses and their The Rhinestone Cowgirl makes cus- Horse trailers available for rent. tom-ordered Swarovski crystal pieces. Fleet includes bumper pulls, flatbeds owners. Three miles from exit 56 on I -75. Water and electric hookups at They also sell anything that blings to and a gooseneck. Located close to help cowgirls stand out in the arena Kennesaw. Call 678-934-2730 or visit barn, or sleeping arrangements in house, concrete block barn, 12 x 12 and are able to offer products at a triplehperformancehorses for more matted stalls. See springbrookbehuge discount. Their motto: "If you information. dandbarn.com or call 423-368-4690. can dream, I can bling it!" Place orders can be place via the Facebook Heartfelt Healing Arts is a mobile page or directly at 678-357-9473. animal massage and chiropractic unit Oakwood Stables at Harlech Farm in Rome, Ga., offers special events hostproviding service across the SouthDown South Carriage Services is ing in a beautiful and rustic setting. east. Dr. Gaile Daley is certified to your source for a horse-drawn carSee facebook.com/ serve canines and equines and also riage for any occasion: birthday paroakwoodstablesevents, email provides informational courses for ties, weddings, and other special oakwoodstablesevents@gmail.com or owners. See events. Call 423-255-3267 or email call 404-392-1103. www.heartfelthealingarts.com. downsouthcarriage@gmail.com to The Collective Equestrian Summer 2016
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Giana Terranova Photography located in Savannah, Ga., offers quality equine portraiture and show photography. See gianaterranovaphotography.com for portfolio and contact info.
available: reiki, aromatherapy, crystal and hologram healing and organic herbal remedies. Call/ text 770-3124593 or email vsoh38@gmail.com.
Wavestream Wellness by Anne Stolberg, CMWP, provides Magna Wave EHB Equine: moving your horse to- (high-voltage pulsed electro-magnetic ward a solid foundation with a unique, frequency) therapy for horses hands-on approach to equine bodythroughout Georgia. Magna Wave work. Located in Cincinnati, Ohio. treatments provide such benefits as Call Elise at 513-500-8035, or visit relief from pain, reduced inflammawww.ehbequine.com tion and higher oxygen levels in the blood, among other things. Call 314Smith Equine Media specializes in 283-1844. graphic design and website building “for equestrians by an equestrian.” T&Z Photography, based in Canton, See https://smithequinemedia.com/ Ga., is available for travel all over the for more portfolio and information. Southeast to produce dynamic action Tired of breaking out after a day of shots of your next equestrian event. riding? Chelsea Smith is ready to help This team has extensive experience as your equestrian Rodan and Fields with sports photography. Photos are representative. See http:// made available for viewing and purchelsealsmith.myrandf.com for more chase during events. See T&Z Phoinformation. tography on Facebook. Blue Ribbon Braiding offers professional clipping and braiding services for eventing, jumper and dressage riders in USDF Region 2 and USEA Area 8. See Blue Ribbon Braiding on Facebook, or call owner Alyssa Milano at 781-439-2056 for more information. Skye Blair Photography, based in Chattanooga, Tenn., specializes in child/ family photography, as well as pet and equine portraits. Photographer will travel: don’t miss the chance for exquisitely-adjusted vibrant images for your next equestrian photo session. See skyeblairphotography.com for full portfolio and pricing. Victoria Hoefler provides equine massage and a host of other holistic therapies to the Acworth, Alpharetta, Marietta, Roswell, Vinings and Woodstock areas. Massage therapy is a great way to support your athlete’s total health and to address problems like shortened stride, refusal to take a lead and hollowing of the back. Also
Springs and surrounding areas with professional farrier work. Shoeing for horses in all disciplines by a seasoned WCB and AFA competitor. Call 307250-1030 for more info and pricing. Dogwood Forge - serving geographical area above Atlanta, north to Calhoun. Owner Chip Crumbly, CJF, is Ga’s only AWCF - certified with London-based Worshipful Company of Farriers. All disciplines; emphasis on owner education and horse anatomy knowledge. Call 706-346-8706. Dirt Road Forge, owned by Andy Jones, CF, offers farriery services for all breeds in Athens and surrounding areas. Call 706-255-0775 or e-mail dirtroadforge@gmail.com.
Heartland Horseshoeing School, in Lamar, MO, provides beginner through advanced curricula for those looking to enter the farrier industry or improve their existing skills. Housing, Jenrette Romberg Fine Art Photog- working facilities and equipment proraphy, based in North Georgia, was vided. See heartlandhorseshoeing.com founded on a love of capturing time- for pricing and course details. less, emotion-driven images. Put your horse at the forefront with services Tom's Horseshoeing in Wilsonville, including equine portraiture, sale Ala., serves all breeds. Owned/ operhorse photos, shows, farm shoots, etc ated by Tom Saunders, CJF. Call 205… See jenretteromberg.com/. 500-4033. Farriery: Bent Tree Forge, serves Athens, Conyers, Covington, Atlanta, Alpharetta and surrounding areas with a team of qualified, professional farriers led by Eric Gilliland, CJF. Shoeing for eventing, dressage, hunter-jumper and pleasure horses. Emphasis on continued farrier education and positive experience for the horse. See benttreeforge.com.
Eric Joy’s Professional Horseshoeing, located in Milledgeville, Ga., provides a quality shoeing and a positive experience for horses and owners. Continued education is made a priority, and vet and client references are available. Call or text 724-256-3792 for appointments. Due 4 Shoes Farrier Services in Athens, Tenn., offers hot, cold and corrective shoeing. Farrier George Bercaw has 20 years of experience. Call 423-336-9988 or 423-314-0470 or email due4shoes@yahoo.com.
Andrew Wells, CJF, offers shoeing and trimming services within a 150mile radius of Auburn, Ala. Equines of any discipline served. Call 970-445 -8937. Kelley's Farrier Service provides quality trimming or shoeing; specialiNick Starr, CJF, serves Powder zation in corrective and therapeutic The Collective Equestrian Summer 2016
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shoeing. Located in Fredericksburg, Va. and serving the surrounding area. Call 540-285-0494 to schedule an appointment. ORGANIZATIONS: The Union County Saddle Club, in Blairsville, Ga., offers a wide range of equine recreation opportunities at its new lit and covered show arena. See www.unioncountysaddleclub for a full calendar of activities from May - October. TAG DEA (Tennessee/ Alabama/ Georgia Dressage and Eventing Association) works to provide competition and educational resources for eventing and dressage riders in the tristate area. Local and recognized shows offered, as well as clinics. See tagdea.org.
throughout the Southeast. If you are interested in becoming involved in the exciting world of dressage and eventing look for more information on the website www.gdcta.org and like our Facebook page.
buckle series, trail ride and meeting schedules.
The T.C. Wranglers (Bradley County, Tenn.) 4H Club is open to all youth ages 9-19 and meets the second Tuesday of each month. See 4-H Blue Skies Riding Academy, Emer- Bradley County on Facebook. son, Ga., is a non-profit organization The Chattahoochee Horse Archers dedicated to providing quality horse- is a National Horse Archery Associamanship instruction at a reasonable tion member club based in Carterscost. Huntseat equitation lessons ofville, Ga. The CHA is dedicated to fered in private or group format. Other growing the sport of horseback aropportunities include summer camps, chery throughout the Southeast volunteer opportunities and communi- through educational events. See Facety outreach. See book or call 678-767-7809. www.blueskiesridingacademy.com. The Mustang and Wild Horse ResCowgirl Circus & Co., in Royston, cue of Georgia is a nonprofit organiGa., puts on a variety of horse shows zation that exists to provide a safe haand events from pleasure, trail obsta- ven for wild horses who were previcles, fun and games classes, barrel ously adopted and were abused, neraces and onfoot classes at Harmony glected or no longer have a home. The Hill Arena. Awards given away at MWHR’s goal is to successfully reeach show; year-end awards also. Call home these horses. See 706-498-3271 or 770-861-8810 or see mustangandwildhorserescue. Cowgirl circus & Co. on Facebook. wordpress.com for more information.
Western Dressage Association of Georgia: wdageorgia.org. This association is hosting shows and clinics for the developing discipline of western dressage. Classical dressage meets the Western horse! Copper Basin Riding Club, Copperhill, Tenn. - family-friendly enviThe Ride to the Olympics Founda- ronment for showing without stress. tion exists to support show jumper Six-show regular season series inMiguel Wilson as he works toward cludes halter, western, racking, trail, representing the U.S. in the 2024 sum- fun and speed events. Also several mer Olympics. Wilson hosts outreach added money jackpot barrel racing events to introduce underprivileged events. Please see Facebook or children to the sport through the www.copperbasinridingclub.org. Foundation. See ridetotheolympics.com. The Murray County Saddle Club, Chatsworth, Ga., offers a variety of The World Championship Blackhorse events, including a fun and open smiths Association offers an exciting show series, parade participation and competition opportunity for farriers at wagon train. Covered facility; club all levels of aptitude. Emphasis on meets the first Monday of every horse owner education - competitions month, except July. See take place at a variety of locations www.murraycountysaddleclub.com around the U.S. in conjunction with for a complete list of upcoming large equine events. See worldcham- events. pionshipblacksmiths.com. The Western Saddle Club in Rome, Georgia Dressage and Combined Ga., offers many fun activities for loTraining Association - promoting the cal equestrians: buckle series, campart and sports of dressage and event- ing (with hookups), trail riding. See ing in Georgia with members from facebook.com/westernsaddleclub for
The Aragon, Ga., chapter of The 40 Something Cowgirls is always looking for new members who want to have fun on horseback. The chapter is part of a national organization dedicated to facilitating equine-centered fun among mature female riders. Activities include trail rides, camping and drill teams. For more information about the Aragon chapter, search for 40 Something Cowgirls Aragon Ga on Facebook. See 40somethingcowgirls.com to find your nearest chapter. The Ironhorse Equestrian Club in Resaca, Ga., meets once monthly and encourages youth ages five to 18 to become involved with horses. Activities include crafts, team building activities and horse-related learning. Contact Sara Urban at saraurban92@gmail.com or 716-345-7870 for more information. The Diamond D Cowgirls is a highspeed, precision-oriented drill team
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entertaining crowds throughout the South. Based in Monroe, Ga., the team operates under a state champion drill team coach. See diamonddcowgirls.com to book the team for a performance at your next event.
dyed, and hand sewn - there is never a machine involved in the creation of your hand-tooled leather items. Owner Russell Fairbairn makes saddles and a wide array of tack, belts, wallets and more. See www.jlazyfleather.com.
cal delivery. See http:// patriotjumpsofgeorgia.weebly.com. Lagano Galleries specializes in custom artistic likenesses of animals. Artis Cheryl Lagano is a works in pencil, prismacolor pencils, acrylics and watercolors. See facebook.com/LaganoThe Gingersnap Girls Equine Edu- The Plaid Paddock provides printing, Galleries or email cation and Rescue Foundation in embroidery, monograms and promo- Bikergal0514@gmail.com. Hamilton, Va., exists to assist horses tional items for equestrians. Contact whose owners can no longer care for owner Jenny Smith or see Tastefully Tack-E, based in Milton, them, to provide support for horses theplaidpaddock.com. Ga., offers custom embellished accesaffected by natural disasters and to sories, including saddle pads, belts educate youth about the humane treat- Mags Mobile Tack - “where the store and polo wraps. Virtually endless vament of animals. Donations are taxcomes to you!” Owner Mags Lindsay riety of colors and designs. See facedeductible. See gingersnapgirls.org stocks a variety of popular apparel book.com/TastefullyTackE or for information on becoming a spon- and equipment brands for the English etsy.com/shop/TastefullyTackE for sor or volunteer. rider. Call 770-719-9522 to book a unique designs you’ve never even imvisit to your farm or see faceagined. Mending Arrow Ranch, in Clevebook.com/magsmobiletack. land, Tenn., aims to provide a safe Zoom Tack specializes in barrel rachaven for children dealing with The Shop at Wit’s End is a dressage ing tack and equipment. Everything is unique challenges. The program gives and combined training tack shop lohandmade from start to finish. We traumatized or challenged children a cated in upstate South Carolina with a take pride in offering quality custom way to heal or grow through interac- mobile unit serving shows across the tack sets at affordable prices. Tons of tion with horses. See MendingArSoutheast. Contact owner Jan Arnold sparkle to make you stand out! See rowRanch.com. at 864-247-2903 or see www.zoomtack.com or facewww.shopatwitsend.com. book.com/zoomtack. Angels on Horseback in Jasper, Ga., provides horsemanship opportunities ER (Equine Remedy) Antiseptics Holy Halters is a small Christianfor those with physical or mental chal- and Lotions are a line of multipurbased company selling handmade lenges. Instructors are PATH Interna- pose all-natural products designed to rope halters in a variety of colors and tional-certified. Trust relationship fos- treat a wide variety of equine malaconfigurations from standard to spetered between students and horses dies: wound care, sunburn, rain rot, cialty halters. Every order is custom builds self-confidence. Therapeutic sweet itch, thrush and much more. made and we strive to treat our cuslessons improve strength, muscle tone See www.equineremedy.com for more tomers as our Lord would treat us. and flexibility. See information on this Cleveland, Ga.Facebook.com/holyhalters or text 423 angelsonhorseback.org. based company. -331-8055. PRODUCTS & RETAILERS: Tacks Fifth Avenue, on Ballground Road in Cumming, Ga., offers quality new and used tack and riding apparel, as well as grooming supplies and everyday barn items. Owner Debbie Shima Stover also offers natural horsemanship instruction. See Tacks Fifth Avenue on Facebook for more information or call 770-844-8225.
Dykes Creek Farm Supply, in Kingson, Ga., is your family-owned source for everything farm-related: power equipment, lawn mowers, horse and livestock feed, fencing, hardware, hay and much more! Call 706-237-7362 or see www.dykescreekfarmsupply.com.
The Pony Habit is an equestrian tack boutique specializing in custom and unique and fashion-forward products for riders competing in hunter/ jumpers, dressage and eventing. Call 540656-8728 or email theponyhabit@gmail.com or see www.facebook.com/theponyhabit.
Patriot Jumps of Georgia is a small business producing top quality jumps J Lazy F Custom Leather specializ- at affordable prices in Hogansville, es in custom creations designed to Ga. Jumps are made to order; custom your exact specifications. Leather is tack trunks and bridle racks also availcut from the hide, hand tooled, hand able. Pickup or reasonably priced lo-
The Western Habit is an equestrian boutique for the discerning Western rider. Unusual and custom products that take you from farm to show and home to barn. Clothing and product sizes for adults and children and hors-
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es and ponies. Call 540-656-8728 or see facebook.com/The-Western-Habit. Yardbird Forge offers quality handforged items for sale. Bowls, bottle openers, knives and more imbued with unique twists and designs. Strictly forging; no farrier work. See facebook.com/YardbirdForge or Yardbird Forge on Etsy. Quality handmade horseshoe crafts: crosses, hearts, clovers, boot racks, three and five-bottle racks. Prices range from $20 to $45. Call 404-8196331 for orders in the McDonough, Stockbridge, Conyers, Locust Grove areas or see www.facebook.com/ heather.stoppelbein.
you! Check out the sales page at www.Facebook.com/ BlairsBitsAndPieces email eblair.cecil@gmail.com
mix and match for every outfit. Starting at $8 for buckles and $22 for belts. Go to c4belts.com and use code MR3839 for 10 percent off your entire order.
4x5 Bermuda Alicia round bales for sale - Waynesboro, Ga. (Burke County). End of 2015 cut, net wrapped and stored on pallets. Contact via call/text Sarah Hilton 252-308-3371.
Personalize your breeches, helmets, gloves and much more! Decals by Danielle offers beautifully detailed equestrian-themed vinyl decals. Large design selection, as well as custom KM’s Custom Hats - endless options creations available. See facefor colorfully hand-painted Western book.com/decalsbydanielle15 or Inhats and English helmets. Custom hat stagram at @decalsbydanielle. bands also available. See facebook.com/kmscustomhats. The Tack Shack at Diamond Appaloosa Ranch has a huge variety of True Colors Products offers a line of horsewear and Western tack viewable Iron Heart Studio, in Acworth, Ga., innovative canine and equine safety online at facebook.com/ offers stunning and unique horseshoe- and protection products. Offerings DiamondAppaloosaRanchTheTackthemed creations. Nail heart pendants include Bossy’s Bibs, mane guards, Shack. The ranch is located in Giland crosses, horseshoe wall art and Bossy Rugs and Equivisors for horses bertsville, Penn. - multi-use facility more. See facebook.com/Iron-Heart- and Novaguards, Optivisors and heat- including tack shop, boarding stables, Studio. ing and cooling vests for dogs. See rehab/layups center, lessons, leasing, www.truecoloursproducts.com/ for hauling, tack fitting and clinics. Call the full range of products. 267-615-6459. Top-quality 21 percent protein alfalfa available in Jefferson, Ga. 65pound bales are $15 apiece. Supplier Browbands With Style offers indiKeep your saddle safe and clean with plans on keeping inventory year vidually designed and crafted beaded custom saddle covers from Zig Zag round. See facebook.com/ browbands made of supple bridle Chics. Endless variety of colorful dejanna.kimmons or call 770-595-2869. leather with crystal, gemstone and signs and patterns. See etsy.com/shop/ metal beads. Great for everyday wear, ZigZagChics. The Peddling Pony Equestrian Con- as well as for special occasions. signment offers a huge array of quali- Available in black or havana brown; Eric’s Custom Stall Signs - beautity used tack and clothing for both 13 to 17 inches. Custom orders welful, custom-painted stall signs for easy English and Western riders. Items comed. Huge inventory on eBay; identification of your horse. Starting shipped domestically and internation- friend us on Facebook under Browat $10 plus shipping. See faceally. New consignors considered. See bands With Style or email us at book.com/ericascustomstallsigns/. facebook.com/ kkwildhorse2010@hotmail.com. ThePeddlingPonyEquestrianConsignErica’s Paracord Tack - beautiful, ment for up-to-date inventory. Custom Bling Horse Tack specializ- durable, multi-colored paracord tack es in quality Western tack to express and dog collars/ leashes. Tack inK Marie Equestrian specializes in “individual style at affordable prices.” cludes covered halters, rope halters, “unique, handmade accessories for the Wide variety of tack in all colors breast collars and more. See faceeveryday life of an equestrian.” Selec- have made tack for carriage horses, book.com/ericasparacordtack/. tion includes apparel, jewelry, bags. polo ponies, AQHA show horses. See See kmarieequestrian.com. customblingtack.com. Amy’s Crazy Horse designs, in Jasper, Tenn., offers apparel and gifts for Blair's Bits and Pieces is a great C4 belts are the only belts made of every occasion: horse-themed items, place to find new and used tack for all 100 percent recycled material. Cut to jewelry, horseshoe creations, feather disciplines. Based out of Shelbyville, fit - max length is 42 inches without earrings, wildlife art and rustic and Ky, but shipping is available across the buckle. For each belt sold, $1 is Western items. See the store on Facethe U.S. If we don't have an item donated to charity of your choice. book and Etsy. you're looking for, Blair can find it for Many colors and patterns available to The Collective Equestrian Summer 2016
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Spurs and Sparkle, in Crossville, Tenn., offers stunning and unique creations - handpainted saddles and shirts, wreaths, horse-themed chalkboard trays and much more! See www.facebook.com/spursandsparkle or see the store on Etsy. Georgia Girls Unlimited offers a huge selection of gifts and Western tack. Choose from blinged-out purses, spur straps and Western pads and unique copper jewelry. Find the store on Facebook or email gagirlsunlimeted@yahoo.com. Piney Knob Creations in Cleveland, Tenn., offers equine and caninethemed tote bags, tissue and eyeglass holders and cross stitch creations. Cross stitch works can be customized from a photo of your horse. See the store on Facebook. Call 423-618-4620 or email pineyknob@aol.com Chrystie’s Custom Polos offers polo wraps in a huge array of designs and colors. Also available: bit guards, saddle pads, saddle covers, boot covers, regular and braid-in tail bags, fly masks and fly boots. Many products are customizable. See Chyristie’s Custom Polo Wraps on Facebook. Paradise Farm and Tack offers a plethora of the newest styles in English riding clothing and tack from major brands. Visit paradisefarmandtack.com for a full selection of clothing, grooming supplies, supplements and accessories. Right Choice Barns is a familyowned retailer of pole barns, shops, custom horse barns and custom pole barn houses. If you’re looking for long-lasting, beautiful workmanship at a reasonable price, see Right Choice Barns on Facebook. Kristen’s Cartoon Portraits are digital works of art created from pictures of you and your beloved pets or horses. These unique works make excellent keepsakes and gifts. See oogala-
boo.wix.com/krimages. The Grey Horse Candle Company produces handmade products featuring your favorite barn scents like “sweetfeed,” “high end saddle” and many more. Products are often made to order. See etsy.com/shop/GreyHorseCandleCo.
for horse owners looking to maintain their horses’ health to the highest degree: That Blue Stuff Lotion, It’s a Fungus Among Us Leg and Body Wash and Winky Wash n’ Udder Stuff. All natural ingredients are designed to treat many types of dermatitis. See thatbluestuff.com.
Across the Pond by Victoria offers unique and custom crystal horse show Dazzle Rock Tack is a quality retailer organizational items like show kits of crystal encrusted Western tack. and totes, as well as hand-made fly Each set is hand-sewn; your choice of bonnets in a variety of colors. skins, shapes and colors. Each tack set See etsy.com/shop/VictoriaTreverton. has lifetime guarantee. See http:// dazzlerocktack.com. Nicole’s Natural Horses utilizes horse hair analytics to produce custom Hands On Gloves are the revolution- herbal blends designed to help your ary, all-in-one bathing and grooming horse function at its peak health. product for animals. Use wet or dry to Blends are made up of Simply Equine curry or scrub your horse or pet. See products, which are composed of pharmaceutical-grade herbs. These handsongloves.com. herbs support eyesight, muscle performance, tendon repair and more. See Alabama Fence and Play serves Georgia, Alabama, Florida and Ten- nicolesnaturalhorses.com. nessee installing a huge array of comTired of your run-of-the mill horse Tmercial and residential fencing, as shirts? Check out Along the Rail well as structures, including outdoor unique tees and tanks that bring a fun fireplaces, cabanas and pole barns and edge to equestrian casualwear. This much more. See Alabama Fence and line was created by a horse husband as Play on Facebook or call 256-840he developed his own understanding 8899. of “the amazing, time-honored and delightfully crazy world of equestrianPaPur Graphics produces quality ism.” See alongtherail.com to order. artwork of your horse or pet. Turn your favorite picture into art with Southern Equestrian apparel offers these beautiful black and white or col- preppy designs that put horses front ored pencil sketches starting at $25. and center. These beautiful long and short sleeved shirts, sweatshirts and See paigeelizabethpurcel.wix.com/ hats allow Southern equestrians to papurgraphics showcase the bonds they have with their horses - perfect for gifts or simpLakota’s Featherlocks and Flair specializes in custom rodeo and trail ly to build your everyday wardrobe. See southernequestrianlife.com. gear: rhythm necklaces and beads, whither straps, mane/ tail feathers and Don’t you think it’s time your horse’s more. Gorgeous trim (beads, shells, feet were as polished as the rest of conchos, flowers, bells) in endless him? It’s time to apply Hoofies, the color combos will look amazing on self-adhering hoof art available in a your horse! See Lakota’s Featherlocks nearly endless array of glittery, neon and Flair on Facebook or call 757-718 and patterned combinations. These -6771. beautiful hoof coverings are easy to apply and remove and are the perfect Hay Where’s that Blue Stuff prod- finishing touch for your next equestriucts provides three innovative options an outing. See hoofies.co. The Collective Equestrian Summer 2016
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