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If you love books, this is the perfect place for you. Once a month, Heather, Ute, and sometimes Krystal, will talk about their favorite horsey book. In today's episode of the EQA Book Club, Ute is talking with Claire Eckhard about her recently published book Race Against Time , a book about a girl, a pony and their race against time in the toughest 100-miles endurance race in the world, the Tevis...

Who wants to go on an equestrian adventure? Pick me, pick me! Today in EQA # 293  is all about planning an equestrian adventure. From the initial research to the riding style and, what to pack we cover it all in the episode. Heather shares some insider tips on what questions to ask yourself about budgets, time of year to ride, and who do you want to share this equestrian adventure with. Make sure...

PSSM or polysaccharide storage myopathy is a muscle disease in horses which has become more and more common among different horse breeds im recent years. As there is no cure, we need to manage feeding and stabling routine of affected horses lifelong. I am talking with equine nutritionist Daniela Vadehra from Austria today about what PSSM is all about and what we can do when our horse is diagnosed...

Costa Rica is calling! There is something for everyone from the beach to the mountains, from the jungle to the volcanos. Costa Rica is a great place to enjoy the sun and surf and many horse-riding adventures await you. Located in Central America, Costa Rica is home to the Arenal Volcanos, beautiful rainforest, and black sand beaches.  There are lots of horseback adventures that combine beaches, fo...

Horses play an important role in almost all cultures around the world, ancient as well as modern. In mythology they are usually depicted as powerful animals, associated with the gods or the spirit realm. Shamans often used them to travel to the otherworld and they serve as symbols of power, faith or the divine. In northern mythology horses have been associated with the gods and their names and dee...

As we close out 2022 we look at a year in review, adventuresses style.  Lots of great things for Equestrian Adventuresses in 2022, 70+ podcasts where we covered topics of destinations, equipment, horse breeds, and even the science behind how horse colors are made. As we celebrate a year in review we were excited to join the Horse radio network, where a wider audience can hear our podcast. We launc...

Horses are powerful animals but there is a limit to how much weight they can carry on their backs. Despite extensive studies, this is still a heated debate and different arguments are put forth. Fact is, horses were not meant to carry people on their backs so we need to prepare and train them for this task. Burdening them with excessive weight for a long time can lead to damage of their tendons, b...

Merry Christmas to all the adventuresses out there. Today we celebrate all the Christmas traditions and celebrations, from all over the world.  From Santa Claus to St Nicolas and reindeer and dolphins we chat about it all.   In today's EQA # 287 Ute and Heather share some stories of what they do unique for their horses at Christmas time. So whether you say Merry Christmas,  Frohe Weihnachten, Feli...

The third part of our mini Winter Riding series! Today Heather and Ute talk about how to keep yourself and your horse fit for riding in the cold season. Heather is based in Canada and is well acquainted with freezing temperatures and plenty of snow and even Ute has experiences riding in wintery Europe where it can get cold, wet and dark. Together they share some super useful tips and talk about th...

The second part of our mini Winter Riding series! Today Heather and Ute talk about what to wear when heading outside in the cold season. Heather is based in Canada and is well acquainted with freezing temperatures and plenty of snow and even Ute has experiences riding in wintery Europe where it can get cold, wet and dark. Together they share some super useful tips and talk about their favourite pi...

Who is ready for a winter riding adventure? Are you an adventuress who likes to hit the trails in the winter, with or without a saddle? If so this is the podcast for you. Join Ute and Heather as there share some fantastic places to take on a winter ride. From Ice hotels to sleigh rides, they cover many different winter riding adventures. Move over fat tire bikes,  horses are out on those trails no...

Who doesn't love a tour of a tack shop? Things have changed over the years with Tack Shop, no longer just saddles and brushes. You can find just about everything from kitchen utensils to manure forks lol. Join Heather and fellow adventuresses, Kari to tour the local tack shop in today's episode.  They cover everything from winter blankets to home decor.  Heather gives some great suggestions for st...

Another episode of our Horse Breeds around the World Series. Today we talk about a rare breed of horses both in its homeland as well as in the world: The Karabagh Horse from the tiny region of Berg-Karabagh between Armenia and Azerbaijan. In the 1990s a few of these horses found their way to Germany and inspired Verena Scholian who unknowingly bought the Karabagh stallion Inturist. Out of interest...

Where do you get your inspiration for Riding in paradise? Every time I watch a movie or tv show with beautiful scenery I imagine that it would be like riding in paradise. In today's podcast, EQA #281 join Heather as she shares where you can actually go riding in paradise. We learn about where certain movies and Tv shows are filmed so you to can go riding in paradise. From the beaches of Australia...

Riding horses all over the world and getting paid to do it is a dream many of us have. Hebe Webber from Australia has achieved it and worked as a horse guide in different countries. Today she shares her experiences with us and also gives some tipps how to find jobs with horses abroad. Show Notes: https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2022/10/26/horse-podcast-ep-280-studying-to-adventure-with-horses/

How many cool horse facts do you know? Do you know how many breeds there are? Or how do you measure a horse, what exactly is a hand?  These are just a few cool horse facts you will learn about in today's EQA #279. Did you know that a race horses birthday is determined by which side of the equator it is born on?  Other interesting horse facts include which is the most popular breed or the most famo...

One of the biggest tensions of horse owners is usually when they move stables with their horses or buy a new horse and need to integrate him into their herd. This process can take weeks or even months and can include injuries and worries for the stable and horse owners. In today's podcast episode I want to talk about a few strategies which can make integration easier and share some tips and share...

Do you know how many different horse colors there are? In today's EQA # 277 we dive into the A's, B's, and C's of horse colors.  The genetics behind horse colors come in two primary equine color pigments.  These two horse colors are essentially red and black, however, each pigment can be modified by other genes.  Horse colors also come in many different shades for example with bays you can have, b...

TREC is a little known equestrian discipline which is all about orienteering and testing your skill as a trail rider. In today's podcast episode I am talking with Kirsty Adams who is an expert, competing internationally on the British team and who tells us all about TREC and why she loves it.  Show Notes: https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2022/09/28/horse-podcast-ep-276-trec-orienteering-for-rid...

How many rodeos have you been to? Have you attended any of the big eight in the world? Did you know that rodeo is the official state sport in Wyoming, South Dakota, and Texas? The province of Alberta is also looking to pass legislation that will make Rodeo their official sport. In today's EQA # 275 we are talking about the top rodeo in the world, from the USA and Canada all the way to France. Thes...

Austria is a small country in the heart of Europe associated with high mountains, cow bells and Apple Strudel. Despite its size, it is a super destination for travellers and horse riders with an amazing variety of landscapes, several indigenous horse breeds and an glorious culture and history. Ride through the fascinating Alpine landscape of Central or Western Austria or the sweeping Pannonia step...

Don't you just love the sound of the leaves during the fall riding season? The trees are turning beautiful autumn shades, with oranges, reds, and yellow leaves. I enjoy fall riding as the temperatures are a little cooler and it feels like the last escape before winter.  Fall riding also brings the wrap-up of lots of different riding opportunities, such as hunts, clinics, and the show season. The f...

Who has not dreamed about working with horses around the world? Cantering an Arabian horse through the desert or guiding a trail ride through the African bush? Sanne has done it all and writes a blog about her experiences. Today she talks with Ute about how to find jobs and opportunities to ride and work with horses abroad and how you can earn money while travelling. Show Notes: https://equestrian...

Have you wondered the best way to break in new boots?  There are 3 main factors that go into stretching and softening the leather, gentle pressure, heat, and moisture. all vital to breaking in some new boots. The heat of summer can sometimes speed up this process. Most importantly starting with the correct size is key, boots that properly fit are an essential piece of your gear. Sizes can vary by...

Sue Manning had a very special adventure. This summer she hiked the Cairngorms with her pony Kirsty as pack horse. And not only did she have fun travelling this way, she also did it for a good cause, collecting money for the Red Cross Campaign "Miles for Refugees 2022". In today's podcast episode she talks about all her adventures, her highs and lows and why she decided to hike with her pony. Show...