Inspiring, connecting and informing the horse community in San Luis Obipso County, California – and beyond.
I found myself muttering a few things frequently under my breath as we tacked up. “What is with all of these huge and heavy saddle pads?” was one of the things that I found myself saying the most. To understand why Sharon Jantzen taps into the knowledge of Best Ever Pads to discover the Fit, Function and Fun of the Western Saddle Pad.
Equine magnificence is captured in the Art of Equine Photography as it focuses on artistically rendering the spirit of the horse, producing something more like a painting than a photograph.
Catch this beautiful art at Castoro Cellars Winery in Templeton through the month of July 2016. Sharon Jantzen met up with the two San Luis Obispo County photographers who are showcasing their work here during the recent Artists’ Reception.
So, for my “English” compatriots or newly-minted Western riders – or for a little chuckle from experienced “Westerners” – here’s my take on cinching up! Sharon Jantzen walks us through the steps of nailing the cinch tie.
Care, concern and creativity are on display in all facets of Santa Margarita Ranch – home of Ancient Peaks Winery, Margarita Vineyards and Margarita Adventures. Doug Filipponi, co-owner and rancher takes Sharon Jantzen on a personal tour of Santa Margarita Ranch.
“I told my husband, I’m gone!” Julie grabbed her “go-bag” and her rescue partner Debbie Jones then headed south in her truck with a two-horse trailer where they reported to Incident Command. Julie Monser recounts her night evacuating horses from the Sherpa Fire. Sharon Jantzen captures her experience.