Overnight Camping with horses on the trail
When we travel with our horses, we prefer sleeping near them rather than in hotel rooms. There’s something magical about hearing your horse chew at night or watching its silhouette against the moonlight from your sleeping bag.
How to Find a Good Long-Riding Horse
Choosing the right horse for long-distance riding isn't just about selecting a good companion—it's about finding a partner that can endure the journey and keep you safe.
Not every horse is suited for the trail. Some don’t like uncertainty, others need routine. Some are more sensitive when it comes to food, skin, or hooves, and some are simply happier at home.
Training Your Horse for a Long Ride
Right from the start, I want to be clear that I am not a trainer. I am simply sharing with you what we do and consider as we train our horses for long riding. Let me introduce you to a couple of training tools that we use to document, monitor, and track our horse’s improvement.
Long riding… or trekking. Why are they different and why does it matter?
When Pete and I met by total chance in a Mongolian park, I had just finished my apprenticeship as a vegan chef. I had packed my bag and headed off with my dog on what by chance became the greatest adventure of all—a life on horseback.