Equestrian Adventuresses Podcast | Your Global Passport to International Show Jumping Competitions

Holidays are the best time of the year and you want to make sure that you enjoy every single minute of them! As the world is slowly opening up, we are back looking for amazing horse riding opportunities around the world. Today Heather and Ute talk about some important points to consider while choosing and booking your next horse riding adventure. Show Notes: https://equestrianadventuresses.com/202...

When it comes to horse trailer safety do you know what to do if disaster strikes? Join Heather as she speaks with Mandy Abraham on this very important topic. They discuss a spring check-up list that ensures your rig is in good repair.  Tips on what to pack in your trailer safety kit, completing a circle check prior to departure, driving and stopping speeds, and what to do if you get a flat or are...

 The saddle is an essential piece of equipment for all equestrians.  They come in all shapes, sizes, designs, and even colors.  They provide comfort while out riding,  help maintain position and balance for both the horse and rider. The saddle was an invention that helped distribute the weight more evenly over the horse's back making it more comfortable for both the horse and rider.  In EQA # 242...

Saddle pads for trail riders make sure that the ride is comfortable for you and your horse. They don't make an ill-fitting saddle any better, but they can help in reducing friction between the saddle and the horse's hair and absorb and distribute any pressure from the weight of saddle and rider. The choice of different styles, materials and designs is overwhelming, so today Heather and Ute talk ab...

How many unique horse colors do you think there are. In part 2 of Unique horse colors, Heather discusses color patterns, rare horse colors,  and what genes cause horses to be completely white. We learn about pigment cells and how genetic mechanisms work.  From the Chocolate flaxen color to the leopard spotting color we cover them all. EQA #240  talks about the most desirable color the bay, to the...

Riding in the Alpes is a dream of most long distance riders and I am talking today with an Equestrian Adventuress who has done two rides there with friends and is currently planning her first very own trail ride into the mountains. We chat about her previous experiences, lessons learnt and how she is going about preparing for her next trail riding adventure in the Alpes. Show Notes: https://equest...

We know that horse coat colors are broken down into 4-5 base colors, brown, black, grey, white, and sometimes chestnut.  However, it is the DNA or genetics that really determines what color the hair /coat actually is. In today's EQA # 238  we learn about some rare and unique horse coat colors. From the science of embryos fusing to bizarre DNA errors, we create some pretty amazing horse coat colors...

Big and Tall Horses from all over the world are the topic of today's podcast. History has shown us that the big breeds of the past and of the present were created to not only help us in the fields but make some great riding companions. We look to Guinness's book of records to find the tallest living horse as well as some monstrous horses from the past. So how big is big? 21 hands high? maybe 3300...

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 Krystal about her latest book, the first one in a new fiction series called Around the World on 180 Horses . Taking us to the vast forests of Romania, The Quest for Dracula's Lost Treasure f...

Extinct Horse breeds from all over the world some are 2000 plus years old. Although there are many horse breeds in the world a few were not so lucky. Most of the world's oldest breeds were eradicated by interbreeding, cross-breeding, and simply the loss of use due to machines.  Some of these breeds were created in the last 200 years and some date back well into the BC era. Join Heather on a histor...

Did you know that Europe's highest mountain range is situated in the far East of the continent, where it borders Asia? Today we are travelling virtually to the Caucasus, a wild region of rugged and intense beauty. I am talking with Eva Grossmann who has been travelling to different Asian countries but who lost her heart in Georgia and returns there every summer to help organise trails into the Cau...

The dream of every Equestrian Adventuress who has children, is to one day trail ride or go on longer horse treks with their son or daughter. But many are not sure about how to introduce their kids to horses in the first place. When is the best time, what about riding lessons and how to foster passion and love for the horse in our children? Maybe a non-riding spouse needs to be convinced and what a...

How many unusual horse breeds do you think there are? Of the 350 + breeds of horses in the world in today's EQA 232, we are going to talk about 8 of them. Some dating back over 5000 years. From new breeds to extinct ones we cover the breeds that stand out for their distinct physical characteristics and unique abilities.  Learn about a breed that stands 26-30" high from Argentina to the breed that...

Many people have discovered Yoga as an excellent means to stay fit, improve balance, stretchability and suppleness but also to connect the body with the mind and gain mental stability or even expand spirituality. Connecting Yoga with horses is just one step further. We all know that horses live in the present and are mindful to their surroundings. Yoga teaches us the same. So practicing Yoga aroun...

Today's podcast episode takes us the island paradise of Hawaii. While it might not be the first destination you might think of, when you think of horse riding, it is definitely a favourite winter holiday destination and horse riding is a popular activity there. So whether it is trail riding, beach riding, ranch riding or Polo, it can be done on Hawaii. So join us today for a little bit of sunshine...

Horsey fun facts, add these to your equestrian trivia nights. Did you know that horses can move their eyes separately and that they have the latest eye of all land mammals? Or how long does it take for a hoof to completely regrow? these are just a couple of the Horsey fun facts we cover today in the EQA #229 episode. SO many great horsey facts out there to learn about. Tune in to hear about the lo...

What makes a Horse Breed beautiful? There are over 600 different breeds in the world all with different beauty characteristics. Is it flowing manes and tails, the solid shiny coats, or simply markings that make them unique? In today's EQA 228 we look at the most popular beautiful horse breeds.  A few of the top contenders are the Friesians, Arabians, and the Lippanzers just to name a few. How do y...

Another episode of our Horse Breeds around the World Series. Today we talk about a horse breed from South America, the Mangalarga Marchador, the national horse breed of Brazil. A gaited horse, this breed is known for its versatility, smoothness and trainability. I am have invited two experts on the breed who can tell us all about this special breed of horses. Show Notes: https://equestrianadventur...

What horsey fun facts do you want to learn about today? How about the smallest horse? or perhaps have horses been cloned? Did you know that unlike most mammals horses don't have a collarbone? We do learn why in this episode. What about weight? what does the average horse weigh and can a horse grow a mustache? Join Heather as she shares some fun Horsey facts on today's podcast. Full show notes http...

This is wrong as hay is the basis of horse nutrition and by feeding the right quality and type, we can make a big difference to the health and well-being of our horses. Daniela answers a lot of questions about how much and what kind of hay we should feed to which horse and how we can see at one glance if the quality of the hay is good or not. Show Notes: https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2022/01...

Wild Horses, the American Mustang are a must-see for any horse-loving adventuresses. Travel with us today all around the USA while we search out the best places to see Wild Horses. From the Wild Horses that roam the badlands of North Dakota to the Chincoteague ponies of Assateague Island, we cover them all. We also learn about one of the most famous Wild horses in America. This stallion has called...

It's Fun Fact Friday, with lots of did you knows... Horesy fun facts. Fun things like which sex has more teeth, Who has more muscles in their ears humans or horses? Did you know that wild and feral horses are different? In today's episode, we cover the most expensive horse sold and the most popular horse breed out there. Don't miss this fun-filled show on horsey fun fact. Full Show notes https://e...

And we are continuing with our mini series about Sicily, a prime horse riding and tourist destination. Today I am talking with Christina Heß from the blog Herzenspferd who recently rode and filmed a travel documentary in Sicily. 18 days she rode through different regions of the island and documented her rides, the landscape, the region and the people and their culture. Additionally she presented S...

Sicily is Italy's southernmost province and it is a well known destination for horse riders and active travellers due to its incredibly diverse countryside, its cultural wealth and its natural beauty. After talking about Northern Italy in episode 217, we are leaving the mainland today and heading to this beautiful island in the Mediterranean Sea. As part of a mini series I am talking about traveli...

How many fun facts on horses do you know? What was the fastest sprint? How many horse breeds are there, what is the average lifespan. These are just a few fun facts that we learn about during this podcast.  Horses have been our transportation, worked our fields, help us break records, and comfort us when we are sad. So many great things to learn about these special equine companions. Full Show not...