by Lacy Hawkins | Jan 17, 2023 | Horses, Lacy Hawkins, Lessons, Riding
Getting the right trainer is crucial to your progression as an equestrian or a rider. Unfortunately, it’s not always the right one for everyone. There are a variety of factors that go into choosing a trainer, such as experience, credentials, and costs. The right...
by Lacy Hawkins | May 24, 2021 | Horse Care, Horse Health, Horse Ownership, Horses, Lacy Hawkins, Lessons, Stable Management
Grooming does more for a horse than helping it look its best. As young people are trained to groom a horse, they also learn how to feel for any abnormalities that could indicate health problems. The grooming process utilizes clippers, brushes, and other tools, but you...
by Lacy Hawkins | Mar 3, 2021 | Horse Care, Horse Ownership, Horses, Lacy Hawkins, Lessons, Riding, Stable Management
Riding and caring for a horse is a great way to teach a child responsibility, compassion, and self-confidence. Horses must be taken care of properly and respected to prevent severe accidents and injuries from occurring. Make sure to teach youth the importance of...
by Lacy Hawkins | Mar 3, 2021 | Horse Care, Horse Ownership, Horses, Lacy Hawkins, Lessons
Building a close relationship with any animal is an excellent way for children to learn valuable life lessons. While it is easy for a child to build a special relationship with the family dog, interacting with horses can potentially yield an even stronger bond. There...
by Lacy Hawkins | Oct 7, 2020 | Horse Ownership, Horses, Lacy Hawkins, Lessons, Riding
Horseback riding is not likely to be the first activity you would think of that gives you valuable life skills. However, learning how to ride and take care of a horse can prepare you for many situations in life, and it can help your demeanor in difficult situations....
by Lacy Hawkins | Aug 5, 2020 | Horse Health, Horses, Lacy Hawkins, Lessons
Equine therapy may sound like a new concept, but the idea of using horses for therapeutic purposes dates back to the Ancient Greeks. Studies have shown that spending time with animals can help improve one’s mood and lessen symptoms of some mental illnesses. Equine...
