Riding Reindeer in Mongolia with Verena Sutherland

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Riding Reindeer in Mongolia with Verena Sutherland
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In this episode, I had the pleasure of exchanging stories with Verena Sutherland, who recently embarked on this captivating adventure. Let me take you through her journey to Mongolia and the impact it had on me. A Spontaneous Adventure Verena’s journey to Mongolia was as spontaneous as they come. A Facebook connection with Callie King… Continue reading Riding Reindeer in Mongolia with Verena Sutherland

The Pony Express Reride with Samantha Szesciorka

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The Pony Express Reride with Samantha Szesciorka
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Since 2013, Samantha (human), Sage & Fremont (horses), and Juniper (dog) have logged thousands of trail miles exploring Nevada by foot, hoof, and paw. They have completed three long-distance treks across the state and are members of the Long Riders’ Guild, an international association of equestrian explorers.  Samantha has been called Nevada’s Trail Boss. She is… Continue reading The Pony Express Reride with Samantha Szesciorka

Gentling Wild Horses with Mustang Trainer Stefanie Skidmore

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Gentling Wild Horses with Mustang Trainer Stefanie Skidmore
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As the director and trainer of Wild Horse Outreach & Advocacy, Stefanie Skidmore brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise related to gentling wild horses. Stefanie is a visionary leader who combined her academic background in animal behavior and with her understanding of human psychology and behavior. This unique combination enables her to foster strong,… Continue reading Gentling Wild Horses with Mustang Trainer Stefanie Skidmore

Riding in Oregon

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Riding in Oregon
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From rainforest to high desert, Oregon has it all! In this episode, guide book author Kim McCarrel joins us to delve into what makes the Pacific Northwest special. Also, Jess tells her story of traveling through Oregon this summer. Kim is an avid trail rider who has been mapping and writing about trails in the… Continue reading Riding in Oregon

Alaskan Adventure

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Alaskan Adventure
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Have you ever wondered what it would be like to ride in Alaska? Well, my guests, Frank and Claudia Sihler can answer that! With a plethora of public land available there’s no shortage of places to ride and camp. However, only certain areas are actually developed for recreation. Riding in Alaska is great for those… Continue reading Alaskan Adventure

Riding and Packing with Robert Eversole

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Riding and Packing with Robert Eversole
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Robert Eversole is the creator of Trailmeister, an online guide to trails and horse camps around North America. He created www.trailmeister.com over a decade ago after dealing with the frustration of scouting trailheads when no information was available. With over 3,700 trails listed, the site continues to grow. Users contribute trail information, GPS tracks, and… Continue reading Riding and Packing with Robert Eversole

International Travel: Riding in Ireland

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International Travel: Riding in Ireland
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There’s not much travel going on at the moment with the Covid-19 pandemic but that doesn’t mean we can’t dream! Today’s guest, Krystal Kelly tells me about her recent trip to Ireland where she and her husband spent two months riding and camping as they made their way across the island. She has produced five… Continue reading International Travel: Riding in Ireland

A Very Unlikely Trail Horse

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A Very Unlikely Trail Horse
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I’ve always loved an underdog story so I was immediately intrigued when I learned of a miniature horse competing in endurance. Kricket and her owner, Jen have accomplished amazing things out on trail and have some very entertaining stories to share. I had a great time interviewing Jen for this episode of the podcast. I’m… Continue reading A Very Unlikely Trail Horse

Happy Trails Preview

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I grew up on a farm in rural New Jersey. Horses have always been my passion. I was riding before I could walk and even though I spent most of my life focused on competition I’ve always loved trail riding. There’s just something about it. Being alone with your horse surrounded by the beauty of… Continue reading Happy Trails Preview