EQuestrian & Answer

12  Are ponies hardier animals than their full-sized brethern?  Two experienced horsewomen who breed Welsh Ponies answer that question.

Immersion Learning

24   The joys and hard work of learning about eventing by becoming a working student ... are they right for you?  By Christine DeHerrera.

14.2 Hands of Success

28  German Riding Pony Breeder Diana Orona talks about better utilizing the excellent ponies and small horses being produced in North America.

The Youth Dressage Festival

36   This learning-friendly horse show is the best place in the world to be a kid who loves horses and dressage! By Margaret Freeman

Tips From An Equitation Star

56   Top junior equitation competitor Maggie McAlary shares her hard-won insights and riding advice with aspiring equitation riders.

Letters From Readers

10

Good News Spotlight

16 One girl's inspiring story.

Fitness For Riders

17 By Barbara C. Hoots.

Follow The Bouncing Hunt Cap

18  Are you annoyingly early, or hopelessly late?

Heads Up, Face Down Cartoon

44  

Update On Equine Health

120 

Pop Quiz

44 About the North American Young Riders Championships

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46  

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48

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50

H&SH Top 12 List

51  How horses are like underwear.

Rescue Report

52 Felix & Oscar get a new herd of neglected friends.

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53  Warm (and cool) new riding wear, and more!

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