Today we virtually visit a very special country in Central Asia: Kyrgyzstan. Situated at the crossroads of the Silk Road and squeezed between ancient empires, it boasts of a fascinating horse culture. Helene from France has made Kyrgyzstan her home and has lived there for more than 20 years, owning around 50 horses. She helped Ashley and her partner organise a 3-month ride across the country. Both women are joining me in today's podcast episode to talk about their experiences of living and riding in Kyrgyzstan. Show Notes: https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2021/10/20/horse-podcast-ep-185-living-riding-in-kyrgyzstan/

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Living & Riding in Kyrgyzstan

Hello Adventuresses, Heather and Ute took over the podcast to share with you a catch-up episode on all the fun things they have going on. Being an adventuress has many hats! For example, Ute has been acting as a midwife these past few weeks, while her mares have been in foaling season. A new little colt arrived shortly after we recorded this episode. I have also kept busy with planning a riding adventure and opening a new travel agency. Check out EQA # 196 catching up with the adventuresses. Full Show notes https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2021/10/18/horse-podcast-ep-196-adventuresses-catching-up/

Adventuresses-Catching Up

Tipping, how much, how often, should you... Today's podcast is all about tipping and the etiquette around it. This has to be the number one question that always comes up in discussion involving horse adventures.   Anytime you receive a service tipping comes into play, whether it is your hairdresser, the guy that fills your car, or the amazing guide on your horse adventure. Doing some pre-trip research will allow you to know what that countries policy is, how much is considered appropriate, and how it varies from country to country. Full Show Notes https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2021/10/15/horse-podcast-ep-195-tipping---do-you-know-the-etiquette/

Tipping - Do you know the Etiquette?

The fall hunts, a tradition dating back almost 500 years. The British were the original group that started this tradition of riding horseback while hounds chased down the foxes who were killing the livestock.  Now in current times, the annual fall hunts have changed from actually hunting a fox to more of an opportunity for like-minded friends to get together with their horses for an afternoon of riding. Many traditions still exist from the early days of what clothing attire is required, the style of riding, and the files of the field. Fall hunts are a great way to enjoy an afternoon of field cantering and cross country jumping before the winter snow takes over. Full show notes https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2021/10/13/horse-podcast-ep-194-fall-hunts---the-original-fox-hunting-tradition/

Fall Hunts - the Original Fox Hunting Tradition

Adventuring in a pandemic is what I'm calling it. This adventuress is heading out on an equestrian adventure in two weeks. Today's podcast is all about what you need to do pre-trip.  I discuss covid, insurance, PCR tests, packing, and even tipping.  Have you ordered any foreign currency? What about your cell phone do you have an out-of-the-country plan? Doing some research will save you a lot of time and money when it comes to traveling especially when we are still in a pandemic. This is one podcast you won't want to miss. Full show notes  

Adventuring - Pre Trip Advice

In today's episode, I am talking with Noelle Leston about an interesting topic: Horse colors and their genetics.Every horse owner and breeder should have a basic knowledge of genetics in order to understand how different traits, not only color, is passed from one horse to its offsprings. But it also makes a fascinating topic for conversations and it is not as complicated as you might think. Noelle and me chat about horse we have bred, different colors and how they are passed on and why a basic knowledge of genetics is useful. Show Notes: https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2021/10/06/horse-podcast-ep-192-understanding-horse-color-genetics/

Understanding Horse Color Genetics

Horse Vision, the myths debunked.  Horses have the largest eye of any land mammal, but that doesn't mean they have the best eyesight. Today's podcast EQA # 191 takes us on a journey into how horse vision really works. How they can almost see 360 degrees and how a slight turn of their head they can see that blind spot. Be careful when you are going behind them as they have very good accuracy when it comes to kicking in the blind zone. We learn how Binocular and monocular vision works and how horses see in the dark.   Full show notes https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2021/10/04/horse-podcast-ep-191-horse-vision---through-the-horses-eyes

Horse Vision - Through the Horses Eyes

Another episode of our Horse Breeds around the World Series. Today we talk about a Russian Horse Breed, the Budenny Horse. Bred as a Cavalry mount in the Southern Russian steppes near the Don River, the breed has found friends in many countries who value its versatility and athleticism. I talk with Karina Rapp the chair woman of the North American Budenny Horse Registry about the breed and how it has found its way from Russia to the USA. Show Notes: https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2021/10/01/horse-podcast-ep-190-budenny-horses-the-last-gold-of-russia/

Budenny Horses - The Last Gold of Russia

27th September is celebrated as World Tourism Day in order to commemorate the role tourism plays in the modern world. Covid-19 severely affected tourism around the world with countries closing their borders to a ban on all non-essential travel. Now after 1,5 years it time to look into matters. Where can we travel now, which precautions are necessary and what are the travel trends of 2021/22. Heather is talking about her upcoming trip and Ute talks about her summer holidays. Show Notes: https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2021/09/29/horse-podcast-ep-189-world-tourism-day-travelling-after-15-years-of-corona/

World Tourism Day - Travelling after 1,5 Years of Corona

Have you ever wondered how to volunteer at those large horse events?   Or what about working abroad at a horse facility? Today's EQA podcast is sharing insider secrets on just that.  Probably the most important thing to remember is no volunteering job is too small if it gets you in the door. Being the gate opening at the warm-up ring may seem like a small position however you will get to watch all the jumpers.  Working abroad goes the same way, perhaps cleaning stalls isn't as glamorous as leading beach gallops but there is always potential to learn about a new breed. There are lots of great resources available out there make sure you check out our website and receive your copy of Horse Riding in every state and country for free. full show notes https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2021/09/27/horse-podcast-ep-188-volunteering---tips-to-getting-in-free/

Volunteering - Tips to Getting in Free

If you love books, this is the perfect place for you. Once a month, Heather, Ute, and sometimes Krystal, will talk about their favorite horsey book. In today's episode of the EQA Book Club, Ute is talking with Valerie Power about her first book October's Fire, a murder mystery taking place in a small community in California. Things heat up when a wildfire threatens the life of its inhabitants. If you love a good suspense novel, this is the perfect book for you! Show Notes: https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2021/09/24/horse-podcast-ep-187-murder-mystery-on-horseback/  

Murder Mystery on Horseback

Do you know what you would do if you had to move your family and horses to a new farm? Today's episode  Adventuresses on the move share that exact story. Stay tuned as EQA 186 takes us through the highs and lows of moving to a new farm!  Heather is chatting with fellow Adventuress Kari who had to move.  Kari shares with us the process of having to find a new place in a short window of time, how to prioritize what they needed,  and how lucky they were to find a piece of paradise. They also discuss getting the new place horse ready, and how she found new adventures in her new locations, and a few other fun facts.  Enjoy! Full show notes https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2021/09/22/horse-podcast-ep-186-adventuresses---on-the-move/

Adventuresses - on the Move

In today's episode, I am talking with Alice Perryman about her favourite equestrian sports: Competitive Trail Riding.It is a little bit like an endurance ride, but slower and it involves different obstacles you have to tackle during your ride under the watchful eye of a horsemanship judge. By the end of the day, it is all about having fun with your horse, helping each other and camping. Show Notes: https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2021/09/20/horse-podcast-ep-185-competitive-trail-riding-fun-horsemanship/

Competitive Trail Riding - Fun & Horsemanship

Another episode of our Horse Breeds around the World Series. Today we talk about another Austro-Hungarian horse breed again, the Shagya Arabian whose modern home is in Hungary. Bred as a horse for the military in the 19th century, it was known as Arabian horse till after the Second World War, when the breed was named after one of its foundation sires. I am talking about this versatile breed with Louise Adensamer from Austria whose family has been breeding Shagya Arabians for several generations and keeps them in the heart of the city of Vienna. Show Notes: https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2021/09/17/horse-podcast-ep-184-shagya-arabians-talented-allrounders-from-hungary/

Shagya Arabians - Talented Allrounders from Hungary

Montana or better known as Big Sky Country is a destination you want to add to your horseback riding bucket list.  Montana the fourth largest state by land location is home to some of the best backcountry horseriding you will find. If you want to be a cowgirl for a day, a weekend, or even an entire week, there are working ranch holidays all over the state. Give your hand at roping, maybe even branding on an authentic dude ranch. Montana has something for everyone, horseback riding, fishing,  soaking in hot springs, all with an amazing backdrop of scenery. Full show notes https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2021/09/15/horse-podcast-ep-183-montana---big-sky-country/

Montana - Big Sky Country

This is THE podcast for women who love horses, travel and adventure. On the show we feature outstanding women and their amazing and inspiring stories: Hear about crazy journeys on horseback in unique destinations. Listen to the stories of powerful women starting their own equine businesses abroad. Learn about the problems they faced and how they solved them. Follow them on their journeys to parts of the world where horse riding still is a very male dominated sport and industry. See how our fellow Adventuresses are changing the mindset and atmosphere in these places. More info on https://equestrianadventuresses.com/podcast

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