Author Archives: Thomas Gumbrecht

Living on Long Island (only one hour east of Manhattan) riding in New York City's famed Central Park was one of those those things on my to-do list for a...

There are few things in the news that affect horsemen more than reading about yet another barn fire in which multiple horses have perished. More so than from other tragedies,...

Many of us have had to deal with a spouse or significant other in planning the allocation of time, money and resources to our equestrian passion. I got lucky. Though not...

I've been feeling a little guilty lately because I haven't been able to maintain my riding and competing at the level I once did. I have increased responsibilities at home...

I'd like to sincerely wish a Happy Mother's Day to all of the horse show moms who tirelessly support their young riders in the often expensive, sometimes frustrating, always passionate...

Should I keep my horse at home? Many horse owners have considered that question at some point in their lives. To those expecting an in-depth analysis of the financial and...