Sharon Jantzen, Author at SLO Horse News

Sharon Jantzen

Former Pony Clubber, Eventer and Dressage rider who balanced training and showing with getting a college degree (from Cal Poly SLO), becoming a wife and raising a family. Presently she is making Dressage comeback on her Connemara Pony Whisper as well as dabbling in Mounted Archery on a Rocky Mountain Gaited Horse, Carrera.

Happenings - Community Equestrian CausesApril 10, 2024<April 11, 2024

A Dream Realized: Little Riders Moves into a New Permanent Home

What began as a donated ten stall barn lying in pieces, has slowly grown into a dream realized for the Little Riders program operated by Jack’s Helping Hand. The Little Riders Adaptive Riding program has been serving kids and young adults in the community since 2014 in Arroyo Grande. Since 2020 the program has been operating out of San Luis Obispo, and now lessons are being phased into the new facility at the Equestrian Center of the Jack Ready Imagination Park in Nipomo.

Horses - Horse CareMarch 27, 2024<April 24, 2024

Game Plan for Eradicating Ticks from Horses, Pets and Humans

You can’t get around the fact that ticks need a “food truck” and our horses, dogs and even ourselves fit that bill. The ticks seem to be out in abundance this year so Sharon Jantzen gives us a game plan for eradicating ticks from our horses, pets and ourselves.

People - What We WearMarch 20, 2024<March 21, 2024

Riding Pant Options for the Equestrian : Not Just Your Ordinary Jeans

Jeans or breeches used to be the only riding pant options available for equestrians. Today’s riding pant options are all created to meet the specific needs and comforts of the equestrian. Sharon Jantzen takes a look at riding jeans and pants because she needs to do a little shopping . . .

Happenings - Special EventsMarch 14, 2024<April 13, 2024

Versatility Ranch Horse Benefit Show: Back to the Cowboy Roots

Experience the fun of a Versatility Ranch Horse show as an exhibitor or observer. The show benefits Little Riders, the local therapeutic riding program at its new facility in Nipomo.

Happenings - Special EventsFebruary 15, 2024<February 15, 2024

Get Ready for Jackpot Barrel Racing Events

A new era has opened at Varian Equestrian Center where Jackpot Barrel Racing events will soon be happening. Come see how the first “time only” event turned out. Sharon Jantzen was there in person to experience the beautiful day.