by HorseMinute.com | Aug 28, 2025 | Horse Riding
RIDING for the Disabled Association (RDA) Barwon, a volunteer-led program in Wallington, provides free therapeutic horse-riding lessons to primary school-aged children with various disabilities. Celebrating its 50th anniversary next year, the program relies entirely...
by HorseMinute.com | Aug 28, 2025 | Horse Riding
Researchers analyzing ancient horse genomes have identified two key gene variants that likely played crucial roles in early horse domestication by making horses tamer and more physically suited to carrying riders. One gene, ZPFM1, associated with anxiety and...
by HorseMinute.com | Aug 28, 2025 | Horse Riding
Oceana Beach & Wildlife Reserve in Port Alfred, Eastern Cape, has launched its Roots Horseback Safari, offering horse-riding experiences to both overnight guests and day visitors. The new activities feature a three-hour beach ride with snacks and non-alcoholic...
by HorseMinute.com | Aug 27, 2025 | Horse Riding
Maya Blanche, a talented youth rider from Bolingbroke, won the Peach State Amateur Saddle Shootout at the Peach State Futurity held at the Perry National Fairgrounds. Riding her horse Rico, Maya earned a Jeff Smith Saddle, $5,000 in scholarship money, and an...
by HorseMinute.com | Aug 27, 2025 | Horse Riding
Volusia County has recently permitted dogs on select beach areas and is now considering allowing horseback riding along the coast. Following a County Council request for more information earlier this year, discussions on August 19 indicated a cautious but open...
by HorseMinute.com | Aug 27, 2025 | Horse Riding
Jessica Taggart, a 14-year-old learner at Parktown High School for Girls, recently showcased her equestrian skills at the South African National Equestrian Schools Association (Sanesa) Regional Competition, representing the Johannesburg Central A team in 90cm...
