It's almost time for the summer Olympics to begin in London, England. I can't wait for the Equestrian Events to occur. One of the equestrian events that are ridden in the Olympics is 3 Day Eventing. This event involves horses and riders competing on 3 different days in dressage, cross-coun
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07/19/2012
In the Olympics, there are 3 Equestrian Events: Dressage, Show Jumping and Eventing. In Dressage, tests are ridden by each rider. The tests include different patterns and moves showing the obedience and flexability of the horse. I came across this test that I wanted to share with all my read
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07/19/2012
What is the difference between Show Jumping and Hunter Jumpers? Both terms describe jumping horses, yet many tend to get them confused. Let me help by explaining the difference between each one. In the show arena, jumpers are shown over very high fences (over 5 foot), which can be narrow o
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07/19/2012
With the summer Olympics of 2012 in London fast approaching, I am looking forward to seeing the Equestrian Events. One of the events is Dressage. This event is performed in a standard Olympic size arena 20m x 60m (20 7/8 yds. x 65 5/8 yds.). The arena has letters around it for riders to
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07/17/2012
Interested in experiencing Horse Trials, or do you just want to school your young horse in a low key show atmosphere? Burgundy Hollow Farm is holding their Horse Trials/Mix & Match on July 22, 2012. It is a day of great fun, whether riding, volunteering or just watching. The riding levels
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07/12/2012
My granddaughter is now just over 14 months old and walking around on her own. She is so happy to have her new found freedom. She is just up and about everywhere and getting into everything. I decided to take her out for a stroll out in the yard. She did not want to hold my hand. All she
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07/10/2012
Did you know that the saddle is to be fitted not only to you, but also to your horse? That right! The saddle should fit both horse & rider. The Lehigh Valley Horse Council will hold a demonstration on Thursday, July 19th, 2012 on the art of fitting the saddle to not only your horse, but al
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07/06/2012
For Sale: 72.78 Acre Farm in Northeastern Pennsylvania The farm's rolling terrain is mostly open fields, which is currently farmed, . . . . . . . . . . . . with some woods . . . . . . . . . . a pond and a stream . . . . . . . . . . . farmhouse,
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07/05/2012
Wow!! It is July 4th already! America's birthday! This is the day that the United States gained her independence from England. Our ancestors fought for us to have freedom. Many lives were lost, both human and animal, in order for us to have this liberty. Let's take a few moments out of
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07/03/2012
Are You Ready For Horse Property Ownership? I hear a lot of yeses out there. I'm sure many of us think we are, but are we really? Sure, it would be nice to have the horses in the back yard and not have to commute daily to see our 4 legged friends. But, are you ready to tackle to respons
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07/03/2012
