equestrian, engineering, & everything in between
Today is July 17 and I sit here contemplating what the next week of my life entails. On July 21 I will begin my journey up to Rebecca Farm to groom at the 2019 North American Youth Championships to groom for CCIJ2*-L rider, Lynnea Woody. It didn’t hit me until about two days ago that… Continue reading Tales of the NAYC Groom: The Beginning
Let’s face it: disappointing show days are inevitable. Now everyone’s definition of disappointing is a little different but you get the point. Maybe you fell off, had a refusal, messed up your dressage test, or scored a 6 on a movement that you know deserved an 8. Regardless of your discipline, I am thrilled to… Continue reading How I Stay Optimistic on Disappointing Show Days
Simply put, the United States Pony Club is: the best thing you can do for any young, aspiring equestriana necessity for any future horsemana fabulous organization for girls and boys a likean excellent outreach and educational program a wonderful foundation for equestrians of all levels and disciplinesthe greatest equine program your money can pay forpretty… Continue reading My Experiences with the United States Pony Club
I have never been a very stressed person, but it wasn’t until this year when stress hit my like a bus. Granted it may not have been a good idea to try to handle two Varsity sports, 4 clubs, and 6 AP/DE classes in the middle of college applications, but here we are! Oh and on… Continue reading Stress Management – Advice from a Senior in the Middle of College Applications
December 27th It is 8:45am on December 27th. I woke up about 3 hours ago and am currently on an airplane. My family and I are headed to the Bahamas for the first time ever. I am so excited to see what this vacation has in store. I am craving the beach, the sunshine, and… Continue reading Nassau, Bahamas Travel Diary
The Event at Archer held its second ever event from June 1st to 3rd and ran its very first spring event. It is a new event in Wyoming and has been incredibly successful! With an amazing state-of-the-art cross country course this event ran Intro-Prelim and boasted over 180 competitors. After holding its first ever event… Continue reading The Event at Archer – Our First Novice
Last week Penelope and I competed in The Event at Skyline in Mount Pleasant, Utah. I had my AP Physics Exam the following Tuesday and my junior finals are right around the corner. This was my first show of the year and with my busy schedule, I went out on a whim and signed up… Continue reading The 2018 Spring Event at Skyline – Nationals Bound
To start out... I freaking L.O.V.E. this pad. I was graciously given this pad from Ogilvy Equestrian as a token of appreciation for applying to be an Ogilvy Equestrian Ambassador. I have the Ogilvy Jumper Baby Pad in white with white trim and the O.E. logo in red, blue, and gold on the right, back… Continue reading Ogilvy Baby Pad Review
Hey guys! Boy-O-Boy Bridleworks So I recently fell in love with a company called Boy-O-Boy Bridleworks. These custom and made-to-order products are handcrafted by a woman named Amanda. Now based out of Middleburg, Virginia, Amanda grew up around horses no matter where she may have lived (New York or her family in Ireland)! While aimlessly… Continue reading Boy-O-Boy Bridleworks
Often times I hear my self rattle off all of my activities and question how I manage to fit it all in. Miraculously I find the time to train and compete as a varsity equestrian, dancer, and track athlete. Although each of these sports keeps me in shape, I still feel like it's not enough.… Continue reading Cross Training Schedule from an Equestrian, Dancer, and Track Athlete
