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Even though you went south to avoid the cold, by now you are likely aware that it will be well below freezing on both Friday and Saturday nights in Aiken! The latest weather information indicates that

Last week, the wet snow caused massive damage in my area of Virginia, and I was personally out of power for a whole week. Not having power or internet (or heat!) really makes you realize

A familiar field is sporting a new name! Welcome Dara Knot to the Eventing family! Babette Lena has announced the new name for the Aiken venue, and we are all delighted to see where this

Well, 2021, I don’t know if we can say it was fun, but now it’s over. Almost. Please do not bring any more 2020 energy into the new year, I think we’ve all had plenty

This last week of December always feels like some kind of fever dream, and quite honestly it’s a trick for me to even remotely remember the days of the week. The idea of starting a

Today is a day for half horses, half baking. I’m making classic mince pies, and some super fluffy parker house rolls. I meant to get really festive this year and actually make a ton of

Yesterday, I thought I would take a nice little group hack with my thoroughbred Turkey, my student’s thoroughbred Bird, and my 20-year-old “retired” advanced horse, Nyls. While Turkey was in fine form showing off some

Every year when December is surprisingly warm and pleasant (at least in Virginia), we get weirdly hopeful that we’re just going to have a mild winter. Turns out, we humans have a shockingly short memory,

Honestly, Stable View, could you get any better? Yesterday they announced that in 2022, they will be providing light snacks and beverages, available in two Riders Lounges, for competitors during recognized events and Eventing Academies where