Articles Tagged 'Quarter Horse'

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An Evening with Arabian Nights in Orlando

Experience equestrian arts and thrilling entertainment at the Arabian Nights dinner show in Orlando, Florida. by Karen Braschayko Orlando has been called “the theme park capital of the world.” Within in this Central Florida homeland of Disney characters and innumerable outlet mall...

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Dream Jobs: Mounted Police Officer Erik Eide

Sergeant Erik Eide patrols the City of Detroit with the help of horses. by Karen Braschayko Imagine if at your job your horse was your partner, carrying you across streets and through crowds, working with you to spot trouble and protect citizens. For Sergeant Erik Eide, a horse lover since c...

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Horse Ride Under the Hollywood Sign

Take a ride through Griffith Park, home of the famous Hollywood Sign, setting for many TV productions, and land of celebrity sightings. by Karen Braschayko  On a clear day, downtown Los Angeles is visible from the park's trails. Photo courtesy Sunset Ranch Hollywood. The ...

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Dream Jobs: Equestrian Series Author

Jessica Burkhart's Canterwood Crest series takes young horse lovers – and herself – into an exciting fictional equestrian world. by Karen Braschayko Jessica Burkhart has made a career writing about young equestrians, beautiful horses and growing up in a horse-centered world ...

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Dream Jobs: Endurance Rider

Champion endurance racer Darolyn Butler has made an equestrian career out of her passion for marathon rides. by Karen Braschayko Darolyn Butler has had a long career in several aspects of the equine industry, from winning rodeo queen pageants to selling Western wear and producing instruction...

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The Horses of Full Metal Jousting, Part 3: Horsemanship

Learn more about the horses and the horseman behind the show Full Metal Jousting on the History Channel. For more of this interview, see Part 1: Safety and Part 2: Horse Training. by Karen Braschayko Wanting to know more about hot-headed Praetorian and the other colorful mounts on the show, ...

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The Horses of Full Metal Jousting, Part 2: Horse Training

Learn more about the horses and the horseman behind the show Full Metal Jousting on the History Channel. For more of this interview, see Part 1: Safety and Part 3: Horsemanship. by Karen Braschayko Wanting to know more about hot-headed Praetorian and the other colorful mounts on the show, I ...

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The Horses of Full Metal Jousting, Part 1: Safety

Learn more about the horses and the horsemen behind the show Full Metal Jousting on the History Channel. For more of this interview, see Part 2: Horse Training and Part 3: Horsemanship. by Karen Braschayko When I first saw commercials for the show Full Metal Jousting, I had two questions. ...

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Dream Jobs: Western Saddlemaker

Wendy Allen has spent four decades crafting Western saddles, and her innovation and tenacity have changed the industry. by Karen Braschayko Master saddlemaker Wendy Allen has helped thousands of horses and riders while building her reputation as a rock star of the saddlery world. Most famous ...

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Performing Horses in Chicago: Noble Horse Theatre

Equine actors and their riders present exclusive shows in Chicago’s Old Town. by Karen Braschayko Horses performing “The Nutcracker”? Cossack trick riding in Chicago? Andalusians, Lipizzaners, Arabians and Thoroughbreds living in the city? When a friend told me about the...