Equestrian Adventuresses Podcast | Your Global Passport to International Show Jumping Competitions

Mongol Derby, the who what when where, and why of the world's longest horse The course the Mongol Derby follows recreates the horse messenger system developed by Genghis Khan in 1224 through the Mongolian Steppe. This year 46 riders from all over the world will participate in this challenging race starting on August 10. This equestrian endurance race covers 1000 km or 621 miles over 10 days, some of these riders will ride over 25 different horses. This is not an easy ride as usually only half the rider actually finishes the ride, it is considered quite an accomplishment to actually finish.

Full Show Notes

https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2022/08/10/horse-podcast-ep-269-mongol-derby---who-will-finish/

What an epic adventure! Maren Brümmer crossed Germany from North to South, riding from the Baltic Sea for more than 1000 km all the way to the Alpes with her home-bred Trakehner mare Auri. In today's podcast episode she talks about her passion trail riding and why she did the ride alone.

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https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2022/08/03/horse-podcast-ep-268-crossing-germany-on-horseback/

You say Bonjour when you visit Normandy! Shortly after you will be saying ooh la la tres bein. Horses have played an essential role in Normandy's history, traditions, and folklore. Some of the best racehorse breeding comes from Normandy, along with over 2000 sport stud farms. This area is famous for its schools, which offer farrier training, saddle and harnesses making, to veterinarian horse health. From galloping on beaches or riding through the forest bridleways, Normandy offers fantastic riding opportunities. Then there is the Gastronomy, with cheese, fruit, bread, seafood the list goes on.

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https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2022/07/27/horse-podcast-ep-267-normandy---a-taste-of-france/

Summer time is insect time and a lot of horses have problems with allergies, horse flies or midges. In today's episode Ute talks with Daniela Vadehra, endurance rider, horse breeder and nutritionist about common skin problems we encounter with our horses during summer such as sweat itch, sun burn, mud fever or skin allergies and what we can do to help our horses getting through the hot season in shape.

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https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2022/07/20/horse-podcast-ep-266-taking-care-of-your-horses-skin-during-summer/

Do you have favorite packing tips? I know we do. In today's EQA #265 join Heather as she shares some packing tips for your next riding adventure. From what type of bra to buying a sim card in destination she covers it all. Heather covers you from top to bottom with advice on packing tips, ways to maximize your carry-on luggage, and even a tip to use with your raincoat hood. Stay tuned for another great episode on packing tips for your next riding adventure.

full show notes

https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2022/07/13/horse-podcast-ep-265-packing-tips/

How can we keep horses in an eco-friendly way and reduce their and our ecological footprint? This is the question I want to talk about in today's podcast episode. Horse are big animals, they eat and poop a lot and need space. But did you know that horses are also carbon sequesters and can help saving the planet? Like everything, the question whether horses are good or bad for the climate, is a complicated one and it depends on our horse keeping.

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https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2022/07/06/horse-podcast-ep-264-eco-friendly-horsekeeping/

As a child did you attend summer camp? Summer camps are no longer just for kids. In today's podcast #263 Ute and Heather are talking all about adult summer camps. Imagine a week-long camp where you ride horses, maybe chase cows, eat incredible food and have a soak in a hot tub. Now that sounds like a great vacation. The ladies share some adult summer camps in both North America as well as Europe. Enjoy.

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https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2022/06/29/horse-podcast-ep-263-summer-camps---for-adults/

Switzerland is one of the most famous holiday destinations in Europe and it is also a great country to discover on horseback. Famous for its cheese, chocolate and banks, Switzerland also has its own horse breed the Franches-Montagne or Freiberger and a beautiful and varied countryside from hills and meadows in the North and West to hight mountains in the South.

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https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2022/06/22/horse-podcast-ep-262-horse-destination-switzerland/

Wild horses have roamed the planet for many years. It is believed that all horses alive today originated from a group of horses domesticated by humans around 5500 years ago. Wild horses have always been a symbol of freedom and adventure with a sense of romance In today's podcast we learn the hierarchy of the herd, from how long that stallion stays to what happens to the colts and fillies. If you have never seen a wild horse in person there are lots of places in the USA and Canada where you can.

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https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2022/06/15/horse-podcast-ep-261-wild-horses/

We are galloping through the years while celebrating the Queen's Platinum Jubilee. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the 2nd has a lifelong love of horses, and it shows during her 70 years on the throne celebration. From Parades, horse shows, and horse races horses are clearly the favorites of the Queen. The Queen Platinum Jubilee showcased her love of horses as almost every event had them. In today's podcast, we cover the events and some of the special horses from her years as Her Royal Highness.

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https://equestrianadventuresses.com/2022/06/08/horse-podcast-ep-260-the-queens-platinum-jubilee/