Horse Show Vacation, Ocala Edition

About this episode

The episode discusses winter equine events in Florida, featuring insights from equestrian athletes and experiences from an equine dissection.

Ever wanted to go to Florida for the winter but don’t know where to start? We’ve got you covered. This month, we’re talking about what Justine learned from attending an equine dissection and… haven’t you always wanted to try combined driving? One of the world’s leading athletes tells us all about it. Thanks for tuning in. Guests and Links Episode 145: Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with Down Magazine Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for Payne Equestrian Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of Double Barrel Creek Drink Recipe: Bloody Maria Guest: Doug Payne Guest: Chester Weber Guest: Gabby Hale, Victory Equine Services Featured Image: Erin Gilmore Photography Link: Mimi Gochman Clinches World Cup Final Spot With Ocala Win Link: USEF Drops Talent Search Finals Horse Swap To Reflect Direction Of Modern Jumping Link: National Horse Show Plans Move To Tryon Product Review: Heels Down Holiday Gift Guide | Email Justine at Justine@heelsdownmedia.com Subscribe: The Brief | Heels Down Spark | Donate | Our Patreon Join our Facebook Group: Search for “ Heels Down Happy Hour Podcast Lounge “ This episode is presented by: Live Oak International , HITS , Ecogold…

People in this episode

Hosts: Justine Griffin, Jessica Payne, Ellie Woznica

Guests: Doug Payne, Chester Weber, Gabby Hale

Topics covered

• Florida winter equine events
• combined driving
• equine dissection
• horse show vacation
• interviews with equestrian athletes

Keywords

• Florida
• horse show
• combined driving
• equestrian
• equine dissection
• Justine Griffin
• Jessica Payne
• Ellie Woznica

Sponsors

Live Oak International, HITS, Ecogold

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Down Magazine, Payne Equestrian, Double Barrel Creek, Heels Down Media

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