Virginia City 100 Hosted by Christina Hyke of WARHORSE Endurance™In this heartfelt 71st episode of the Endurance Horse Podcast™, we head to the wild beauty of Nevada to visit with Tami Rougrau, ride manager of the legendary Virginia City 100.

”Welcome back to the Endurance Horse Podcast! In our last episode, we heard from endurance rider and dedicated volunteer Jennifer Shooshanian, and today, we’re shifting gears to explore another incredible equestrian story. We’re excited to introduce David Silver, the founder of Detroit Horse Power, a nonprofit bringing the life-changing power of horses to urban youth in Detroit. David’s mission is to provide kids with opportunities to develop confidence, perseverance, and leadership through horsemanship—proving that horses have an impact far beyond the trails. Get ready for an inspiring conversation about how horses are making a difference in places you might not expect. Let’s dive in!”

Hello and welcome to another episode of the Endurance Horse Podcast! I’m your host, Christina Hyke, and today, we’re diving into an inspiring story from the Michigan ride, the Metropark Express—also known as Detroit Horse Power, named in honor of the charity tied to this event. In this episode, I’ll be talking with Jennifer Shoshanian, who helped bring this ride to life, and in a follow up episode we will then be talking with with  founder of Detroit Horse Power, David Silver.  We recorded close to the event date, so while I couldn’t share it with you before it took place, I’m thrilled to bring it to you now. Hopefully, you’ll be inspired to add this one to your ride calendar for next season! So, without further ado, let’s jump into this episode of Endurance Horse Podcast.

Latest Episode: Inspiring the Next Generation with Maribel Paulson 🌟 Join us for an inspiring conversation with Maribel Paulson, a seasoned endurance rider with over 40 years of experience and the current Chair of the AERC Young Riders Committee. Maribel is on a mission to build a vibrant community for young riders, actively creating events and outreach programs to encourage current horse owners to explore the exhilarating world of endurance riding. In this episode, we dive into Maribel’s efforts to raise awareness and support for the Young Riders Committee through creative fundraising initiatives, including a call for donations of the beloved Painted Ponies collection for raffles and awards. We also discuss the concerning trend of declining horse ownership and what it means for the future of our sport. Tune in to hear Maribel’s insights and discover how we can all contribute to nurturing the next generation of endurance riders!

Welcome to episode 67 of the Endurance Horse Podcast, host Christina Hyke talks with Scot MacGregor, the coach and trainer of Pam Reband. Scot played a crucial role in helping Pam overcome her fear and regain her confidence to return to endurance riding. He shares insights into the strategies and training methods he used to support Pam’s journey back into the sport. The episode shares how a supportive coach can make a significant difference. Scot’s expertise and dedication highlight the importance of personalized coaching in achieving endurance riding success.

In this exciting episode of the Endurance Horse Podcast, we sit down with author Pamela Reband to discuss her incredible 2024 Tevis Cup journey. Pam shares her motivations, challenges, and the passion that drives her to compete in one of the most prestigious endurance rides in the world. This episode is part one of a two-part series that dives deep into her inspiring story. Stay tuned for part two, where we will interview Pam’s trainer, Scot McGregor. Scot will reveal his process for helping Pam regain her confidence and courage to get back on her horse after a traumatic accident. If you enjoy this episode, please consider supporting the podcast by joining one of our Warhorse Endurance Challenges at www.warhorseendurance.com. Your support helps us continue to bring inspiring stories and valuable insights from the endurance riding community.  You can buy Pam’s book on amazon by clicking this link: ”Three Steps Up To Mediocrity” - by Pamela Reband, M.D.

Episode 65 welcomes the ride managers of Trade River Run in beautiful Cushing, Wisconsin.   Ride Managers Lindsay Nichols and Bobbi Belz talk about becoming a RM and the details of their event.

Welcome to the Endurance Horse Podcast! In today’s episode, we have the honor of hosting a true legend in the equestrian world, Stacy Westfall. With a storied career that includes being the first woman to win The Road to the Horse and numerous victories in AQHA reining freestyle, Stacy’s expertise is unmatched. As a member of the Cowgirl Hall of Fame and the founder of The Resourceful Rider online training program, Stacy continues to inspire and empower equestrians worldwide. Join us as we dive into Stacy’s journey, insights, and invaluable wisdom for endurance riders everywhere. Without further ado, let’s welcome the extraordinary Stacy Westfall to the podcast!

Thank you for tuning in to this insightful episode of the Endurance Horse Podcast. We hope you found Dr. Brian Bourquin’s discussion on the unique challenges facing veterinarians and the work of Not One More Vet (NOMV) both enlightening and that it inspires you to give a card or gift to your veterinarian this spring to remind them of what important work they do, that you care and appreciate them.

n episode 62 of the Endurance Horse Podcast, we delve into the remarkable story of Victoria Goss, a true pioneer of equine rescue in Ohio. With over four decades of unwavering dedication, Victoria stands as a beacon of hope for vulnerable nurse mare foals, those often overlooked in the racing industry. As the founder of Last Chance Corral, one of Ohio’s earliest formal equine rescues, Victoria has played a pivotal role in saving countless lives and offering sanctuary to those in need. Her tireless efforts and boundless compassion have not only transformed the lives of nurse mare foals but have also inspired a community to rally around the cause of equine welfare. Join us as we explore Victoria’s extraordinary journey and the profound impact of her work on the world of equine rescue.

I’d like to welcome back to Endurance Horse Podcast rider, writer, musician, mother and goal setter, Erin Glassman.   Erin has been on Endurance Horse Podcast back in the day when it was send in audio, before the interviews started!   She has completed Tevis three times on two different horses and is so in love with the sport that she decided to help preserve some of the Rushcreek Arabians bloodlines by continuing them at her PrairieSylvania Arabians in Hutchinson, Kansas, USA.

Today on Endurance Horse Podcast we have the pleasure of chatting with Dante LaPierre about her lovely mare Ms Dennie MHF.   Dante has ridden Dennie to three top ten finishes and discusses the excellent opportunity it is to give an Arabian off the racetrack a second career as an endurance horse.  I hope you enjoy listening in to this episode of Endurance Horse Podcast, share it with and friend!  If you’d like to support our podcast please like, share, subscribe & visit https://www.warhorseendurance.com

Jeremy & Heather Reynolds of Reynold’s Racing share the story of Tevis 2023, training tips and more! reynoldsracing.us

Today chatting with Gabriella Blakely of Oregon, who won the 2022 Tevis Cup with horse Pyro with a time of 17 hours 9 minutes.  The Blakeley family is no stranger to the Tevis trail and has arguably created a family tradition and legacy around Tevis.

Endurance Horse Podcast Cameron Holzer- TEVIS 2022 Episode 57 of Endurance Horse Podcast is being published 23rd of July 2022.    CAMERON HOLZER Texas, USA Baylor / Gore Photography https://williamgorephotography.smugmug.com CH Fancy Finesse Today on Endurance Horse Podcast I have the pleasure of chatting with lifelong endurance rider, Cameron Holzer.  Cameron has been involved with horses and endurance from a very young age.  Cameron has 14,000 lifetime AERC miles and has represented the USA at the 2018 World Equestrian Games.  This year Cameron and her homebred mare, CH Fancy Finesse, made it into the top 5 finish at Tevis 2022 placing 5th.  Such an amazing accomplishment to have bred, raised, trained and competed on a horse that was once just a dream, and idea come to life.   Without further ado, I welcome you to episode 57 of Endurance Horse Podcast. Check out our groups online! WARHORSE Endurance Endurance Horse Podcast www.christinahyke.com www.warhorseendurance.com   Signing off for now, and until next time, remember Ride far.  Ride well.   Ride often.

Endurance Horse Podcast - Episode 56 Episode 56 of the Endurance Horse Podcast is being published the  19th of July 2022 by Christina Hyke   Hard to believe we are in our 5th year of Endurance Horse Podcast -established in 2018.    Endurance Horse Podcast first aired in March of 2018,  we have averaged 12 episodes per year and have stayed free and commercial free for our listeners and are approaching 50,000 downloads.  It seems fitting that in our 5th year, we bring you 5 stories from Tevis Cup 2022.   In this episode I get to chat with top, international endurance rider, Heather  Reynolds of Reynolds Racing.  Heather placed 4th this year at Tevis 2022.  Heather is an International competitor and part of the dynamic duo that is Reynolds Racing.  Both she and her husband, Jeremy are well known in the sport and have represented the USA at the highest levels of endurance.  Heather has over 25,000 AERC miles, multiple Tevis Cup wins, eight Tevis completions, as well has having won the Haggin cup in past years.  Her list of accomplishments is long, though my favorite part of our conversation was hearing her talk about her horse,  A Sudden Gift. , You are invited to listen in while Heather and I chat about how she got into horses, endurance and her 2022 Top 5 Tevis Cup placing.   Without further ado, I welcome you to episode 56 of Endurance Horse Podcast:      Heather Reynolds, Reynolds Racing USA https://www.reynoldsracing.us https://williamgorephotography.smugmug.com

Episode 55 of Endurance Horse Podcast  Cathie Birmingham- RM of God’s Country Endurance Ride Created by: Christina Hyke December 29th 2021 Welcome to Episode 55 of Endurance Horse Podcast.  Today we welcome Cathie Birmingham, ride manager of God’s Country Endurance Ride to the podcast.  Cathie decided to become a ride manager after 15 years in Endurance to give back to the sport.

Welcome to Episode 54 of Endurance Horse Podcast  Lori Oleson - Tevis 2021 Created by: Christina Hyke December 28th 2021   Welcome to Episode 54 of Endurance Horse Podcast.    Endurance Rider and author Lori Oleson shares about how she got into horses and her 2021 Tevis completion with her horse, Fargo.  This was Lori’s fourth Tevis completion and Fargo’s first 100 ride.  Lori and Fargo finished 27th overall in the 2021 Tevis.  Lori has a lifelong love for horses and has logged over 14,000 miles in competition.   Lori Oleson California, USA Lori is the author of:  Endurance Years Gone By  and also author of: Enduring Memories  Lori's books can be found by shopping for them on Amazon.   Photo credit to Bill Gore:  Cougar Rock bypass.    https://williamgorephotography.smugmug.com/browse   Join the Pony Express 1900 Mile Challenge here!   Pony Express 1900 Mile Challenge     Karbo Combo probiotic, use this code at the Karbo Store Website for $10 off one order: EHP10 www.karbostore.com    EHP10     WARHORSE Endurance Challenges   Pony Express 1900 Mile Challenge   Renegade Hoof Boots US Rider Skito Karbo Combo   WARHORSE  Endurance Horse Podcast  Join the Group on Facebook    Christina Hyke, creator of Endurance Horse Podcast and WARHORSE Endurance Challenges.  In 2021 Wisconsin State Horse Council named Christina ‘Horse Person of the Year’ for her philanthropy, her work with Endurance Horse Podcast and WARHORSE Endurance Challenges.   The previous year Endurance Horse Podcast won an international award given by Equus Film and Arts Festival.   Chris lives in southern Wisconsin with her sweet husband, Jim and their children.  She has always loved the trails and spent every moment she could spare out riding for as long as she can remember.   It was the love of covering miles through beautiful territory hiking, running and riding on good horses that inspired her to create both Endurance Horse Podcast and WARHORSE Endurance as places where riders for riders to share stories with others from around the world.    www.christinahyke.com www.warhorseendurance.com  Ride far.   Ride well.   Ride often.   Cheers & Happy Trails! ~Christina  

Pony Express National Museum & the Pony Express 1900 Mile Challenge. Christina chats with the director of the Pony Express National Museum as well as a director of the Pony Express Barn & Museum in Marysville, KS then the podcast wraps up with sent in audios by two of the riders of the Pony Express 1900 Mile Challenge. 500 riders from all across the USA and around the world joined the Pony Express 1900 Mile Challenge and their names are engraved on a wooden plaque that was presented to the Pony Express National Museum in the spring of 2021.

In today’s episode we will hear audio that was sent into us from four riders at the 2021 God’s Country Endurance Ride at Cole Creek in Richland, Missouri.   This trail is in the Missouri Ozarks and is a lovely combination of riding through pines, hardwood forests though also has some gravel roads, fields and access to a river to cool your horse.   It has been awhile since we have had an all listener audio episode of Endurance Horse Podcast, sit back and gather around the virtual campfire while we listen in to some adventures from God’s Country 2021.