Equitrekking Episodes

401 Southern Spain

Equitrekking's Emmy nominated Host Darley Newman explores Southern Spain on horseback, traveling to the Alpujarras in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, historic haciendas in Seville’s countryside and the beaches of Doñana National Park in Equitrekking Southern Spain. Darley takes a challenging lesson in dressage on an Andalusian horse, before heading to the fields to learn how olives get from the trees to the table in the charming town of Priego de Cordoba. On a ride to historic haciendas outside of Seville, Darley experiences an on the trail snack of traditional tapas. She rides with locals through the beautiful orange and olive groves in Seville countryside, before enjoying lunch at a traditional hacienda. Then it’s off to the beach to enjoy the wilds of Doñana National Park and canter on Doñana’s wide, deserted beaches. ...

402 Scotland

Host and travel expert Darley Newman travels from Scotland’s Highlands down to the Scottish Borders to experience horses, adventure, history and culture in Equitrekking Scotland. In the Highlands, Darley rides strong Highland ponies through the romantic and heather covered mountains at Blair Castle and searches for the Loch Ness Monster on horseback and by boat at Loch Ness. At Scotland’s smallest distillery, Edradour, viewers learn how whiskey was traditionally processed and then join Darley for a golf lesson at Castle Stuart. In Scotland’s Borders region, Darley horseback rides at a farm near Dumfries and visits the historic Globe Inn to toast Scotland’s poet Robert Burns with a pint. ...

403 Quebec City and Beyond

Equitrekking's Emmy nominated host and travel expert Darley Newman views the changing leaves of autumn in Quebec on horseback, travels to Quebec City and the village of St. Fabien, visits the artist area of Charlevoix to enjoy riding in the forest and rock climbing and traverses rivers and streams to pan for gold in the Appalachian Mountains. In Quebec City, Darley takes a break from the saddle to shop for organic food at the Old Port Market. She explores Place-Royale and Petit Champlain, before traveling to the village of Saint-Fabien. At Ranch CR, Darley treks through rolling farmland and rugged woods to a high point and along the St. Lawrence River. In nearby Rimouski, she learns about one of the greatest tragedies in Quebec maritime history, the sinking of the Empress of Ireland. In the artist enclave of Charlevoix, Darley rides sturdy horses into the hills to a pristine waterfall. ...

404 Central Turkey

In Cappadocia in Central Turkey, Equitrekking's host Darley Newman and local Ahmet Diler of Kirkit Voyage explore underground cities, ancient churches, unusual rock formations called fairy chimneys and historic villages on horseback. On foot, they trek through the colorful Avanos market and visit a master potter, before meeting a local family and trying ayran and Turkish tea in the historic village of Guzelyurt. In Guzelyurt’s underground city, Darley learns about how Christians escaping persecution hid underground, before Darley and Ahmet head to the town square to soak in the village culture. ...

405 Wales

In Equitrekking Wales, Emmy nominated host Darley Newman gallops on wide, dramatic beaches to Neolithic tombs, castles and the pilgrimage site of King Arthur's Stone on the Gower Peninsula, viewing wild Welsh Mountain ponies and staying at Parc le Breos, a historic 19th century hunting lodge. In West Wales, Darley learns about life in this rural section of Wales from her local guide from Cae Iago, as they ride high in the mountains to take in views of the patchwork countryside. After exploring the mountains and valleys surrounding the Brecon Beacons National Park with Tregoyd Mountain Riders, Darley takes her horse for lunch at the pub in a quaint Welsh village. Then it’s on Derwen International Welsh Cob Centre to learn about Welsh Cobs from Ifor Lloyd, whose family has bred Welsh Cobs for generations. ...

406 Alaska

Host and Equitrekking's equestrian travel expert Darley Newman explores the great outdoors of Alaska on the Kenai Peninsula and around Denali National Park in Equitrekking Alaska. With local guides in each destination, she’ll view wildlife on horseback in Seward, take in gold rush history and the Chugach National Forest on horseback in Cooper Landing, boat the Kenai Fjords National Park to see whales, puffin and glaciers and whitewater raft on the Nenana River around Denali National Park. ...

301 Costa Rica

Equitrekking’s Emmy nominated host Darley Newman discovers Pacific Coast beaches and the fertile farmland and lush forests of the San Carlos Valley as we ride Costa Rica. Mixing horseback riding with tree climbing and hot air ballooning, Equitrekking captures the true spirit of adventure in Costa Rica. Riding gaited Paso Fino and Peruvian horses, Darley makes a trek to the famously furious Arenal Volcano, one of the most active volcanoes in the world. As smoke billows off the flowing lava, Darley and her local Costa Rican guides ride among lava rocks from the 1968 eruption. Next, Equitrekking takes viewers to the beach, taking in Costa Rica’s extreme biodiversity, spotting scarlet macaws, crocodiles and iguanas, right alongside the road. Darley lives every horse rider’s dream by taking a sunset ride on the beach, before heading back to San Carlos to climb a ten-story tree! Next, Darley enjoys getting in touch with the local culture, by riding in a Cabalgata, a horse festival where hundreds and sometimes tens of thousands of local Costa Ricans open up their farms so that riders can pass through them in a wild trail ride. Darley visits a frog sanctuary to view rare frogs, like the red-eyed tree Frog, and rides horses to a spot where howler monkeys make their home in the trees. Finally, Equitrekking takes viewers to hear the rainforest wake up, flying above it in a hot air balloon at dawn. ...

302 Kentucky

Kentucky is a state well known for its horses. In Equitrekking Kentucky, discover wildflowers, a historic mill site and rolling green hills on the trails at Shaker Village on horseback. With Shaker Village’s naturalist, Emmy nominated host Darley Newman gets the rare chance to ride horses through the center of this well-preserved historic village. Viewers learn about Kentucky’s agricultural past as Darley rides smooth Tennessee Walking horses with a local resident, who is proud of her multi-generational farm and its heritage. Next, take on the trails at Land Between the Lakes and Barren River State Park in Western Kentucky, imagining what this land looked like at a time when Native Americans and buffalo roamed the tall grasslands of Kentucky. In Lexington, join Darley and see diverse breeds at the Kentucky Horse Park and attend a fast-paced, world-class equestrian competition, the Rolex Three Day. Next, Darley visits a Thoroughbred rehabilitation center, where horses from the racetrack are rehabilitated so that they may find new homes. Darley is introduced to a very special horse, King D, who has made a positive change and is on the road to finding a new home. ...

303 Arizona

Travel with Equitrekking from Northeastern Arizona down to the border of Mexico, to explore the diversity of this southwestern state along with Emmy nominated host Darley Newman. Down by the border of Mexico, Darley ride at a 300-year-old hacienda style ranch in the high Sonoran desert with a real cowboy guide. On a ride to the highest peak in the area, Darley takes in views of the rolling hills of Mexico. Outside of Phoenix, Darley saddles up to ride old gold mining routes and pan for gold with a modern day prospector in the Bradshaw Mountains. Next, Darley takes off from a horse friendly bed and breakfast into the town of Cave Creek. This town is unique, as you can ride your horse instead of driving a car into town. Darley and her local friends tie up their horses to a hitching post at a cowboy hangout for lunch, where Darley learns to cook a peach cobbler, Dutch oven style. Finally, Equitrekking’s host leads viewers through snow covered Canyon de Chelly with Navajo guide Lee Bigwater, taking in the petroglyphs and cliff dwellings left by the Ancient Puebloans, also known as the Anasazi. ...

304 Belize

In Equitrekking Belize, visit the Cayo and Mountain Pine Ridge Districts of this small Central American country, exploring Maya sites and caves and a variety of jungle lodges. Who knew that you could find a horse ranch in Belize? Equitrekking’s Emmy nominated host Darley Newman rides some of the 100 horses at Banana Bank Lodge, a farm and ranch near the capitol city of Belmopan, with former Montana resident John Carr. Next Darley takes on the jungle with Albert Garbutt, who points out medicinal plants that Belizeans use to treat everything from diabetes to sunburns. Darley takes some time out of the saddle to climb high at the ancient Maya city of Xunantunich, near the border of Guatemala, before exploring Rio Frio Cave, where the Maya scarified everything from precious stones to humans. Blancaneaux Lodge, owned by famous director, Francis Ford Coppola, welcomes guests to experience an eco-friendly, self-sustaining resort in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve. At Blancaneaux, fruits and vegetables are grown in an organic garden, the Privassion River provides hydroelectric power to the resort and horses are born and raised. Darley takes a ride to Big Rock Falls, where she escapes the heat of the jungle by taking a dip under a cool waterfall. At Mountain Equestrian Trails, Darley ride into the jungle to a wide field of wildflowers, great for riding fast on horseback, and a small, secret waterfall. At night, Darley falls asleep to the sounds of nature in an eco-friendly jungle cabana. ...

305 Texas

Equitrekking’s host Darley Newman cowboys up to explore Texas Hill Country, Fort Worth and North Texas, riding with modern day cowboys to learn about Texas horse culture. At Wildcatter Ranch, Darley attempts to feed giant longhorn cattle, before driving a wild group of fresh cattle across a stream. Equitrekking helps viewers explore the rich oil history of this area of Texas with guide Jay Brewer, who gives a genuine feel for this area where he grew up and that he loves dearly. Since everything is bigger in Texas, Darley learns how to season a big Texas steak- the best part being the taste test- at Wildcatter Ranch’s restaurant. In Texas Hill Country, Darley rides at two different ranches to experience the trails in the Hill Country State Natural Area, a popular place for locals and visitors to ride horses. Then, Darley travels to Fort Worth to attend the Fort Worth Stock Show, see the twice-daily cattle drive through the city streets and visit the National Cowgirl Museum % 26 Hall of Fame. ...

306 Southern Quebec

Who knew you could horseback ride through the winter snow in Quebec? Equitrekking’s Emmy nominated host Darley Newman explores the snowy trails by horses, skis and dogsleds in the Eastern Townships, St. Alphonse-Rodriguez and Mont Tremblant. Through Darley and her interactions with local people, viewers learn about the French, British and American influences in the Eastern Townships by riding with Jacques Robidas. Jacques leads Darley through snow-covered trails on horseback, before teaching her how to drive a horse-drawn sleigh. As snow cascades down, viewers experience the picture perfect horse-drawn sleigh ride. Next, Darley explores the city of Montreal, sampling some French pastries in Old Montreal and getting an insiders look at the Canadian horses in Mont Royal Park, akin to New York’s Central Park. Darley meets Diablo, a stunning, black Canadian horse who patrols the park and the city. In Mont Tremblant Darley takes a ski lesson, which ends in the picturesque village. She tastes poutine, a Québec comfort food, before experiencing an exciting dogsled adventure. At Ranch Mont Tremblant, Darley rides in the backcountry, experiencing the thrill of sinking into powdery snow off the trails. Finally, Darley visits the family owned Ranch 4 Saisons, where she horseback rides and slides through the snowy hills! ...

307 Utah

Equitrekking’s Emmy nominated host Darley Newman rides Utah’s great outdoors at national and state parks throughout the state, including Bryce Canyon, Snow Canyon, Capitol Reef and Antelope Island. Equitrekking Utah begins with a ride into beautiful Bryce Canyon National Park to see the stunning hoodoos, sprinkled with a frosting of snow. Darley learns about the history of the pioneers as she wrangle bison on historic Antelope Island on the Great Salt Lake. Antelope, bison and a variety of wildlife roam this island, now a state park. Viewers see stunning snow covered Rocky Mountains and Salt Lake City in the distance as Darley and her local guide ride the island. After taking time to drive scenic Highway 12, Darley rides in lesser-visited Snow Canyon State Park through desert-like expanses with lava flows and towering white sandstone canyons outside of the city of St. George. Next, viewers experience Native American history on a ride to see petroglyphs and other rock art in colorful Capitol Reef National Park. ...

201 Coastal Ireland

Join Equitrekking’s Emmy nominated host Darley Newman to explore the Cooley Peninsula, Donegal, Connemara and Galway on horseback in Equitrekking Coastal Ireland. ...

202 Hawaii's Big Isand

Equitrekking’s Emmy nominated host and equestrian travel expert Darley Newman rides with paniolos, Hawaiian cowboys, at Parker Ranch and Kahua Ranch, both working cattle ranches in Waimea, the Big Island’s cowboy country. Next Darley ventures down into Waipi’o Valley, the Valley of the Kings, one of the most remote and sacred spots on the Big Island and home to a unique breed of wild horses. ...

203 Iceland

From hot pots to horse drives, Equitrekking’s Emmy nominated host and equestrian travel expert Darley Newman experiences the smooth gait of the Icelandic horses on rides with farmers and an Icelandic champion rider, traveling to lava fields, lakes and waterfalls in Equitrekking Iceland. ...

204 Virginia Hunt Country

American history comes alive as Equitrekking’s Emmy nominated host and equestrian travel expert Darley Newman tours historic Virginia Hunt Country. Darley visits Middleburg and attends a steeplechase, rides amid Longhorn Cattle at Marriott Ranch, learns to play polo, experiences Civil War history on horseback and meets Civil War rein-actors. ...

205 California Wine Country

The diverse beauty of Sonoma is experienced as Equitrekking’s Emmy nominated host and equestrian travel expert Darley Newman horseback rides through Redwoods, a vineyard, crashing waves on Northern California beaches and the golden meadows of Sugarloaf Ridge State Park. ...

206 Irish Countryside

Equitrekking’s Emmy nominated host and equestrian travel expert Darley Newman explores some of Ireland’s most popular and historic sights, including the Ring of Kerry, a Celtic tomb in County Clare, Mount Juliet Estate, the Irish National Stud, and the monastic settlement of Glendalough in Equitrekking Irish Countryside. ...

207 Maui

In Equitrekking Maui, Emmy nominated host and equestrian travel expert Darley Newman rides from the summit to the floor of the crater of a volcano at Haleakala National Park, explores the cowboy town of Makawao and nearby Piiholo Ranch, learns about ancient Hawaii in the rainforests of Kipahulu, and takes a sunset ride in the West Maui Mountains. ...

101 Vermont

In Vermont, Equitrekking’s Emmy nominated host and equestrian travel expert Darley Newman explores Green Mountain trails and country roads on horseback, learning about Morgan horses, Icelandic horses and Vermont history and culture. ...

102 Carolinas

Equitrekking’s Emmy nominated host and equestrian travel expert Darley Newman travels from the beaches to the mountains of North and South Carolina in this Equitrekking Carolinas, exploring the Biltmore Estate on horseback, Daufuskie Island and riding with Cherokee Tribal Members in the Great Smoky Mountains. ...

103 Georgia Coast

On Georgia's Coast, Equitrekking’s Emmy nominated host and equestrian travel expert Darley Newman experiences the thrill of beach riding on Sea Island, the wild horses of Cumberland Island, the hauntingly beautiful beaches of Jekyll Island and historic Savannah in an imported Viennese carriage. On Sea Island, viewers experience many people's dream of riding horses on the beach on a nature ride with naturalist Stacia Hendricks and try what the island native’s call swim riding. On secluded Cumberland Island, Darley observes wild horses with naturalist Fred Whitehead. Whitehead has been living on Cumberland Island for over 25 years and has an intimate knowledge of herd dynamics, the history of horses on the island and how they survive in the subtropical environment. Darley stays at the island's only lodging, the historic Greyfield Inn and learns about the Carnegie family's role in the island's history. Next Darley visits Jekyll Island, where she rides through the remnants of an ancient maritime forest on Driftwood Beach. Darley strolls through the historic district to delve deeper into Jekyll's unique past. ...

104 Colorado

Equitrekking’s Emmy nominated host and producer Darley Newman rides championship-cutting horses at a working cattle ranch in the rolling plains of Northern Colorado and explore the high mountain peaks of Durango in Equitrekking Colorado. At the Colorado Cattle Company in Northern Colorado, Darley participates in “Dream Week,” learning to ride championship-cutting horses with cutting horse expert Teddy Johnson. In Southern Colorado, Darley rides up to over 12,000 feet with native Anne Rapp, who has been leading riders through the San Juan National Forest for over 25 years. The ride to Engineer Mountain takes viewers through alpine meadows, steep mountain passes and open expanses where the views stretch all the way to New Mexico. Darley survives the changes in weather that come with high altitudes, including a hailstorm, before heading back down the mountain. At Wilderness Trails Ranch, a family oriented dude ranch, Darley takes trail rides to Vallecito Lake and learns more techniques for working with cattle. Finally, Darley rides the rails and experiences the past on the Durango % 26 Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. ...

105 Wyoming

Put on your cowboy boots, because in this episode, Equitrekking explores the rodeo, wild horses, fly fishing and historic ranches of Wyoming on horseback. Equitrekking’s Emmy nominated host and equestrian travel expert Darley Newman begins at UXU Ranch for scenic and challenging riding on surefooted horses in the Shoshone National Forest. Darley rides by the majestic hoodoos and up to high elevations to take in views of colorful canyons, glaciers and mountaintops. Next, Darley takes time out of the saddle to explore the wildlife and geology of Yellowstone National Park, before heading to the Cody rodeo. ...

106 Spain

The romance and history of Spain comes alive as Equitrekking explore the beaches of Southern Spain, historic farms outside of Segovia and Seville, a performance of dancing horses at the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art and nightlife in Seville. ...