Endurance Rider

Diane Connolly, Old Dominion ride manager tells us about this year's ride in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. Jamie Reid Ruff shares some tips on promoting the sport in your local community. Plus, Karen has some great thoughts on the mental game of endurance riding. Listen in...

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3948 – Show Notes and Links:

Film Animator & equestrian AP Davis shares how she and her horse Jeepers are getting ready for their first Tevis. Karen shares some pointers on getting organized for vet checks. Listen in...

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3925 – Show Notes and Links:

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Endurance rider Julie Bittick discuses her successful, grueling 500 km Gaucho Derby race through Patagonia, Argentina. Plus, a practical Endurance Tip on making "Sweetwater" for your horse and Karen shares news of her horse Jovi reaching 1,000 endurance miles and the return of her former horse, Apollo. Listen in...

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3901 – Show Notes and Links:

Sweetwater Recipe:

In this revisit we bring you three Endurance Rider tips from Karen. Keeping motivated during the winter, your horses vital signs and calculating ride times and speeds. Listen in...

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3881 – Show Notes and Links:

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01:20 - Keeping motivated during Winter

11:50 - The Distance Depot

17:30 - Vital Signs

23:51 - Calculating ride times and speed

Endurance news, including Karen's latest horse updates and tech gadgets, plus a riding tip on securing saddle packs. Two guests: April Lauren from SEDRA to discuss their beginner-friendly distance riding clinic in Ocala, FL, and endurance rider Julie Bittick as she prepares for the grueling 500 km Gaucho Derby in Patagonia. The episode also features details on the upcoming AERC Virtual Convention. Listen in...

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3861 – Show Notes and Links:

Endurance news, including Karen's latest horse updates and tech gadgets, plus a riding tip on securing saddle packs. Two guests: April Lauren from SEDRA to discuss their beginner-friendly distance riding clinic in Ocala, FL, and endurance rider Julie Bittick as she prepares for the grueling 500 km Gaucho Derby in Patagonia. The episode also features details on the upcoming AERC Virtual Convention. Listen in...

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3861 – Show Notes and Links:

Karen Chaton is joined by Patti Stedman to tell us just about everything we need to know to get through our first Endurance ride.  Heather ‘Flash’ Accardo talks about her preparations for the Mongol Derby and common Endurance acronyms are deciphered, plus we make up a few new ones.  A classic re-visit.  Listen in…

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3832 – Show Notes and Links:

Karen Chaton catches us up on their latest "Adventures," including her completion of two back-to-back 50-mile rides at the Red Rock Rumble and LTH Octoberfest, where her horse Jovi earned his first 1,000 AERC miles. In the Endurance Tip Karen reviews the Garmin Venu X1.

AERC Director Connie Caudill shares updates on the AERC National Convention and the 2026 National Championship at Old Dominion; and Kayti Curtis, who is currently leading the AERC National Best Condition Championship for 2025 with her horse Casper the Ghostly Horse, discussing her successful season and her relationship with her "rockstar" partner.

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In this endurance episode Karen guides us through training for camping at endurance rides. Plus we talk rain gear with Distance Depot and meet the winner of the Virginia City 100, Amrita OLeary. Listen in....

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3796 – Show Notes and Links:

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10:00 - Endurance Tip

19:00 - Rain Gear

23:00 - Virtual Conference

30:48 - Amrita...

 In this endurance episode Karen guides you through what to pack and not pack for a vet check.  2025 AHA Endurance Championship winner Nicole Wertz tells us all about her amazing ride to the Championship and we learn about the new  Garmin Blaze Equine HRM.  Listen in....

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3771 – Show Notes and Links:

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Canadian rider Rachel Gobbels talks about the challenges and rewards of entering, and finishing, her first Tevis on her Arabian Horse Patrova ARA. Big South Fork Endurance Ride co-managers Maranda Bibb and Jenny Dart give us a pre-view of this year's ride. Listen in...

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3750 – Show Notes and Links:

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Tevis Day on the Endurance Rider podcast. We look at the stats Karen put together for Saturday's 2025 Tevis Cup and we meet two first time Tevis Cup riders, Rachel Gobbels and Ari Spoto. Listen in...

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3728 – Show Notes and Links:

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06:00 - Tevis Stats

23:00 - Kristen from Distance Depot

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Karen reviews the Fi Tracker and goes over the Ten Horse Signals to Watch for During an Endurance Ride. Plus, Cyd Fairbanks tells us all about the Hat Creek Hustle Ride in Northern California, listen in...

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3709 – Show Notes and Links:

Karen shares her experience at the High Desert 50 ride, offers tips for trail etiquette and safety, and Diane Whitlock about her experience as an older rider transitioning to long-distance riding with an older horse. Plus, Kristyn Sturken, Equine Product Manager of Sentinel Feeds on how extruded feed can help the endurance horse. Listen in...

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3690 – Show Notes and Links:

We learn about the Arabian Horse Association's Distance Horse Nationals and the new FEI ride happening in Canada later this year. Listen in...

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3664 – Show Notes and Links:

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10:10 - Alanna Frank, Arabian Horse Association

21.45 - Tracy Vollman, Sask Long Riders

We are thrilled to speak with Lisa Snyder, an esteemed figure recently inducted into the AERC Hall of Fame. Gunner Frank, the owner of Trinity, a horse also inducted in the Hall of Fame, shares his journey and the remarkable attributes that contribute to Trinity's success. Plus, in the Endurance tip Karen shares the things she carries on a ride in her packs. Listen in...

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3644 – Show Notes and Links:

Joanna Ziettero joins us to talk about the joys of packing up at the end of a show. Erin Grogan speaks about the "That Girl HRN Auditor Team" and "Green Bean Endurance" for 2025 and Kristen from The Distance Depot explains hackamores. Listen in...

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3624 – Show Notes and Links:

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 We caught up with Vera Kalila in between her rescuing horses from the California Wildfires. She had a terrific 2024 ride season with her daughter Erna and travelled across many states and regions racking up the points and miles and has some good advice about trailering long distances with horses. Plus, Karen shares her list of essentials for your crew bag or ringside tote.

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3604 – Show Notes and Links:

Lynn Beazley joins us to tell us how recovering from an injury as a horseback rider over 60 is both a challenge and an opportunity for growth.  Plus, Karen chats about the importance of stretching before a ride and Kristen at  Distance Depot  Distance Depot tells us about the new True Grit Saddle Packs. Listen in...

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3560 – Show Notes and Links:

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Ashley Wingert tells us all about her adventure riding in the Tom Quilty Gold Cup, Australia's premiere 100 mile ride.    Dr. Lucian Spataro Jr., on his book "The Long Ride".  It is a beautiful chronology of a place in time when three horses and a team of people were doing the “right thing” against very long odds; their perseverance is even more inspiring today, twenty years later.  In Karen's training tip she talks about negative splits, riding the first half of an endurance ride slower than the second.  Listen in...

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3560 – Show Notes and Links:

Revisit: Today we look back at some great tips we got over the years.  First, Victoria Beelik discusses the most important things to do to plan now for an emergency with your animals. Then Karen explains what tailing in an endurance ride is and how to do it safely. Finally, Karen discusses ride strategy to make sure you and your horse complete your ride.  Listen in...

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3536 – Show Notes and Links:

We start the show with Poop Week, by Poseidon Animal Health, and a discussion on the importance of Dung Beetles.  Then we transition to Endurance with author and Endurance Rider Donna Snyder Smith and her new book "The Alchemy of Horses: A Journey of Self-Healing".  Listen in... 

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3516 – Show Notes and Links:

Tevis winner Jeanette 'Jay' Mero joins us to discuss her amazing win in blazing hot conditions and she also addresses the horses that were lost this year. Then her daughter, Reyna Mero, tells us about riding with her Mom, coming in 2nd and winning the "Haggin Cup". Plus Karen explains efficient trot transitions are key to conserving your horse's energy and maintaining a good pace throughout an endurance ride. Listen in....

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3496 – Show Notes and Links:

Judy Hayamizu shares the harrowing story of her horse Sparky's week long walk about in the California wilderness. Erna Valdivia stops by to talk about entering the Tevis Cup with her Shagya Arabian mare, adopted from Love This Horse Rescue. Plus, Karen shares her new saddle bag emergency kit and the terrifying event that inspired the update.

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3471 – Show Notes and Links:

Revisit:  Michelle and her daughter Scout share how they are living full time on the road with their horses. Magali McGreevy is kicking butt with her Friesian Harlaam and she stops by to tell us all about it. Rump rugs, quarter sheets, or exercise rugs; whatever you call them we answer the questions you never thought to ask. Listen in...

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We chat about the ups and downs of getting young or inexperienced horses out and about, the AERC Green Bean program, tips on rider fitness, and the NE Endurance Team Challenge at Fair Hill.

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3431 – Show Notes and Links:

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Jeannie Waldron, DVM talks about conditioning a horse that is new to endurance to set them up for success. Ann Scott Wicks shares her adventures riding her Mustang Jicarilla Journey to multiple AERC high mileage awards. Karen's training tip highlights the importance of walking.

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3404 – Show Notes and Links:

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We are joined by Melissa Montgomery for a chat about horseback riding in Africa and her recent win at the 20 Mule Team 100 in Ridgecrest, CA while battling 60 mph winds. Plus Debi Sanger tells us about Trot On endurance Rides. Karen shares a great tip on fast effective tack cleaning!

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3384  – Show Notes and Links:

Dr. Susan Garlinghouse joins us to talk about preventing and dealing with arthritis in horses. Karen’s tip is on getting unstuck in mud and the options for endurance cinches and girths. Listen in….

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3364 – Show Notes and Links:

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2:04 – Endurance Tip

18:27 – Distance Depot Product of the Week

22:34 – Dr.

Dr. Susan Garlinghouse joins us to talk about preventing and dealing with arthritis in horses. Karen’s tip is on getting unstuck in mud and the options for endurance cinches and girths. Listen in….

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3364 – Show Notes and Links:

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2:04 – Endurance Tip

18:27 – Distance Depot Product of the Week

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2023 AERC winners of the Bob and Julie Suhr Husband and Wife Award with 2170 miles Alanna and Gunnar Frank join us along with Sudi Lenhart, VP of the Southeast Endurance Ride Assoc.  Karen has some tips on making your competition run smoothly.

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3339  – Show Notes and Links:

Karen talks about the importance of knowing your horses vital signs and Laura Worden is an endurance rider and an equine nutritionist and she tells about the current best practices for worming our endurance horses. Amie Kreth fills us in on a new ride called the Lost Sierra in Graeagle, CA. Listen in....

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3321  – Show Notes and Links:

It's all virtual today when Abigail Madden tells us about Virtual Tevis for 2024 and Christina Hyke on the Warhorse Virtual Endurance Rides. Plus, Jenna Harrison, winner of the 2023 AERC National Championship 100. Listen in...

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3306  – Show Notes and Links:

We learn about teaching horses to wear a neck collar. Former US Army Ranger Reid Albano shares his experience riding the Mongol Derby as an amputee. Chasing Dreams: The True Story of the Youngest Female Tevis Cup Champion author Sanoma Blakely stops by for a chat. AERC VP Kelly Williams Stehman has an update.

In this all Tevis review episode we are joined by Tevis winner Jeremy Reynolds, as he explains how he trained his horse to ride without a bridle. Heather Reynolds makes a surprise visit to tell us about her top 10 finish and why she did Couger Rock up and down. Finally, Haggin Cup Winner Haley Moquin tells us about her ride on PJ. Listen in....

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3222  – Show Notes and Links:

We learn about the sport of Trail Trials, chat with Berit Myer about completing at least one 50 mile ride a year on her horse Tezona for 20 years.  Plus, is your horse's EDPP normal?

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3222  – Show Notes and Links:

Karen and Coach Jenn chat about the consequences of not practicing riding in inclement weather, Erin Aloan Grogan shares her experience as a first time ride manager and her recent CTR ride.

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3203  – Show Notes and Links:

Karen explains the importance of being be able to judge how fast you are going and how much energy your horse is expending at that pace,  Luisa and Pete Breidahl talk about riding across Europe on horseback, and Becky Pearman has some tips on how to 'say cheese' to the ride photographer for the best pictures.

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3179  – Show Notes and Links:

Karen Chaton offers advice on how do you safely contain your horse at a competition. Tami Rogeau, AERC West Region Trails Rep, discusses some of the issues facing our trails in the US, and how volunteers from AERC ranks are filling the gap. Laura Mayes shares her experiences as a first time rider manager for this year's Nevada Derby Ride.

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3157  – Show Notes and Links:

Cindy Bradley and her horse Bo won the 2022 AERC HOF Pard'ners Award and she joins us to tell us about her endurance career. We get an update on last months Endurance World Equestrian Games in Abu Dabai from USA riders Karen Binns-Dicamillo and Jessica DiCamillo. Plus, Karen has some tips on food storage and other camping ideas to help reduce reuse or repurpose items that would otherwise end up in the garbage. Listen in...

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