Endurance Horse Podcast

A 16.3hh American Saddlebred steps to the Tevis starting line. In this Year of the Horse spotlight, Natalie Law shares the story of CH-SH Mo’ Motion Jack — “Brave” — and what it took for this magnificent Saddlebred to conquer one of endurance riding’s most demanding challenges.

Endurance Horse Podcast It started with a Valentine’s Day surprise. Years ago, Dennis Summers surprised his wife Sue with a special Valentine’s Day gift, a Paint/Arabian cross — before the fence was even up on their property, Dennis tied the horse a tree while they finished preparing the property. That moment would become part of a lifelong journey with horses and eventually into endurance riding for both Sue and Dennis Summers. In this episode of Endurance Horse Podcast, we trace that journey — from an article in Western Horseman that sparked a deep curiosity about endurance, to competing at some of the top rides in the world, and eventually back to the grassroots level of growing and protecting the sport he loves. Dennis is an international endurance rider, author of 4th Gear and The Long and Winding Road, and a founding member of the Equine Distance Riding Association (EDRA). But more than titles or accolades, this is a story about partnership, perspective, and the horses that shape us. Along the way, we talk about more than one special horse — including the one that truly inspired his most recent book. We talk about training, longevity, listening to the horse, and what matters after thousands of miles. So sit down, grab a cup of your favorite beverage, and enjoy this story as it unfolds around our virtual campfire. Every mile a memory. Dennis Summers books available on Kindle Dennis is the author of: 4th Gear: Power Up Your Endurance Horse The Long and Winding Road Both titles are available on Kindle through Amazon. 🌍 Learn More About EDRA Dennis is a founding member of the Equine Distance Riding Association (EDRA), an organization focused on horse welfare, education, and supporting endurance riders. 🔗 EDRA- Equine Distance Riding Association Support this Podcast & Ride With Us WARHORSE ENDURANCE® If you enjoyed this episode and want to be part of a supportive endurance community, we invite you to join us at: 🔗WARHORSE Challenges fb group 🔗 https://warhorseendurance.com Log miles. Share stories. Encourage one another. You can also join our WARHORSE ENDURANCE® Facebook community and connect with riders from around the world who believe in honoring the horse, the journey, and the miles in between. Your participation in our virtual challenges helps keep this community growing. This podcast is a Christina Hyke Photography, LLC & WARHORSE ENDURANCE® production THIS IS ENDURANCE HORSE PODCAST SIGNING OFF FOR NOW — Every mile a memory.

AERC Decade Team Wisdom: Dr. Ashley Sansome, DVM, MPVM & Her Missouri Fox Trotter Barney’s Single Shot

”Welcome back to the Endurance Horse Podcast! In our last episode, we heard from endurance rider and dedicated volunteer Jennifer Shooshanian, and today, we’re shifting gears to explore another incredible equestrian story. We’re excited to introduce David Silver, the founder of Detroit Horse Power, a nonprofit bringing the life-changing power of horses to urban youth in Detroit. David’s mission is to provide kids with opportunities to develop confidence, perseverance, and leadership through horsemanship—proving that horses have an impact far beyond the trails. Get ready for an inspiring conversation about how horses are making a difference in places you might not expect. Let’s dive in!”

Latest Episode: Inspiring the Next Generation with Maribel Paulson 🌟 Join us for an inspiring conversation with Maribel Paulson, a seasoned endurance rider with over 40 years of experience and the current Chair of the AERC Young Riders Committee. Maribel is on a mission to build a vibrant community for young riders, actively creating events and outreach programs to encourage current horse owners to explore the exhilarating world of endurance riding. In this episode, we dive into Maribel’s efforts to raise awareness and support for the Young Riders Committee through creative fundraising initiatives, including a call for donations of the beloved Painted Ponies collection for raffles and awards. We also discuss the concerning trend of declining horse ownership and what it means for the future of our sport. Tune in to hear Maribel’s insights and discover how we can all contribute to nurturing the next generation of endurance riders!

In this exciting episode of the Endurance Horse Podcast, we sit down with author Pamela Reband to discuss her incredible 2024 Tevis Cup journey. Pam shares her motivations, challenges, and the passion that drives her to compete in one of the most prestigious endurance rides in the world. This episode is part one of a two-part series that dives deep into her inspiring story. Stay tuned for part two, where we will interview Pam’s trainer, Scot McGregor. Scot will reveal his process for helping Pam regain her confidence and courage to get back on her horse after a traumatic accident. If you enjoy this episode, please consider supporting the podcast by joining one of our Warhorse Endurance Challenges at www.warhorseendurance.com. Your support helps us continue to bring inspiring stories and valuable insights from the endurance riding community. You can buy Pam’s book on amazon by clicking this link: ”Three Steps Up To Mediocrity” - by Pamela Reband, M.D.

Welcome to the Endurance Horse Podcast! In today’s episode, we have the honor of hosting a true legend in the equestrian world, Stacy Westfall. With a storied career that includes being the first woman to win The Road to the Horse and numerous victories in AQHA reining freestyle, Stacy’s expertise is unmatched. As a member of the Cowgirl Hall of Fame and the founder of The Resourceful Rider online training program, Stacy continues to inspire and empower equestrians worldwide. Join us as we dive into Stacy’s journey, insights, and invaluable wisdom for endurance riders everywhere. Without further ado, let’s welcome the extraordinary Stacy Westfall to the podcast!

n episode 62 of the Endurance Horse Podcast, we delve into the remarkable story of Victoria Goss, a true pioneer of equine rescue in Ohio. With over four decades of unwavering dedication, Victoria stands as a beacon of hope for vulnerable nurse mare foals, those often overlooked in the racing industry. As the founder of Last Chance Corral, one of Ohio’s earliest formal equine rescues, Victoria has played a pivotal role in saving countless lives and offering sanctuary to those in need. Her tireless efforts and boundless compassion have not only transformed the lives of nurse mare foals but have also inspired a community to rally around the cause of equine welfare. Join us as we explore Victoria’s extraordinary journey and the profound impact of her work on the world of equine rescue.

Today on Endurance Horse Podcast we have the pleasure of chatting with Dante LaPierre about her lovely mare Ms Dennie MHF. Dante has ridden Dennie to three top ten finishes and discusses the excellent opportunity it is to give an Arabian off the racetrack a second career as an endurance horse. I hope you enjoy listening in to this episode of Endurance Horse Podcast, share it with and friend! If you’d like to support our podcast please like, share, subscribe & visit https://www.warhorseendurance.com

Today chatting with Gabriella Blakely of Oregon, who won the 2022 Tevis Cup with horse Pyro with a time of 17 hours 9 minutes. The Blakeley family is no stranger to the Tevis trail and has arguably created a family tradition and legacy around Tevis.

Endurance Horse Podcast - Episode 56 Episode 56 of the Endurance Horse Podcast is being published the 19th of July 2022 by Christina Hyke Hard to believe we are in our 5th year of Endurance Horse Podcast -established in 2018. Endurance Horse Podcast first aired in March of 2018, we have averaged 12 episodes per year and have stayed free and commercial free for our listeners and are approaching 50,000 downloads. It seems fitting that in our 5th year, we bring you 5 stories from Tevis Cup 2022. In this episode I get to chat with top, international endurance rider, Heather Reynolds of Reynolds Racing. Heather placed 4th this year at Tevis 2022. Heather is an International competitor and part of the dynamic duo that is Reynolds Racing. Both she and her husband, Jeremy are well known in the sport and have represented the USA at the highest levels of endurance. Heather has over 25,000 AERC miles, multiple Tevis Cup wins, eight Tevis completions, as well has having won the Haggin cup in past years. Her list of accomplishments is long, though my favorite part of our conversation was hearing her talk about her horse, A Sudden Gift. , You are invited to listen in while Heather and I chat about how she got into horses, endurance and her 2022 Top 5 Tevis Cup placing. Without further ado, I welcome you to episode 56 of Endurance Horse Podcast: Heather Reynolds, Reynolds Racing USA https://www.reynoldsracing.us https://williamgorephotography.smugmug.com

Welcome to Episode 54 of Endurance Horse Podcast Lori Oleson - Tevis 2021 Created by: Christina Hyke December 28th 2021 Welcome to Episode 54 of Endurance Horse Podcast. Endurance Rider and author Lori Oleson shares about how she got into horses and her 2021 Tevis completion with her horse, Fargo. This was Lori’s fourth Tevis completion and Fargo’s first 100 ride. Lori and Fargo finished 27th overall in the 2021 Tevis. Lori has a lifelong love for horses and has logged over 14,000 miles in competition. Lori Oleson California, USA Lori is the author of: Endurance Years Gone By and also author of: Enduring Memories Lori's books can be found by shopping for them on Amazon. Photo credit to Bill Gore: Cougar Rock bypass. https://williamgorephotography.smugmug.com/browse Join the Pony Express 1900 Mile Challenge here! Pony Express 1900 Mile Challenge Karbo Combo probiotic, use this code at the Karbo Store Website for $10 off one order: EHP10 www.karbostore.com EHP10 WARHORSE Endurance Challenges Pony Express 1900 Mile Challenge Renegade Hoof Boots US Rider Skito Karbo Combo WARHORSE Endurance Horse Podcast Join the Group on Facebook Christina Hyke, creator of Endurance Horse Podcast and WARHORSE Endurance Challenges. In 2021 Wisconsin State Horse Council named Christina ‘Horse Person of the Year’ for her philanthropy, her work with Endurance Horse Podcast and WARHORSE Endurance Challenges. The previous year Endurance Horse Podcast won an international award given by Equus Film and Arts Festival. Chris lives in southern Wisconsin with her sweet husband, Jim and their children. She has always loved the trails and spent every moment she could spare out riding for as long as she can remember. It was the love of covering miles through beautiful territory hiking, running and riding on good horses that inspired her to create both Endurance Horse Podcast and WARHORSE Endurance as places where riders for riders to share stories with others from around the world. www.christinahyke.com www.warhorseendurance.com Ride far. Ride well. Ride often. Cheers & Happy Trails! ~Christina