Endurance Rider

Endurance rider Julie Bittick discuses her successful, grueling 500 km Gaucho Derby race through Patagonia, Argentina. Plus, a practical Endurance Tip on making "Sweetwater" for your horse and Karen shares news of her horse Jovi reaching 1,000 endurance miles and the return of her former horse, Apollo. Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3901 – Show Notes and Links:HORSES IN THE MORNING Endurance Day crew: co-hosted by Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonSponsor: The Distance DepotGuest: Jullie Bittick, on her 2026 Gaucho Derby rideAERC check out the AERC calendar!Sweetwater Recipe:2 to 4.5 gallons of water2 to 4 cups of stabilized rice bran1 to 2 oz. of salt or electrolytesDirections:Stir well, let dissolve and stir more. Okay to switch things up with a variety of different feeds. See what your horse likes. As they drink it down, you can add more water/salt/electrolytes (keep stirred). In the winter use warm water. Use after a workout, or prior to travel or an event. Be sure to ALSO ALWAYS offer clean plain water as well. Time Stamps:0:45 – Karen’s new puppy Brick2:50 – Jobi’s mileage & upcoming rides6:23 – Jobi reaches 1,000 miles11:44 – Karen’s “sweet water” hydration tip15:07 – Sponsor segment: Distance Depot19:34 – Garmin sale announcement19:38 – Intro to Gaucho Derby guest Jullie Bittick,21:34 – Gaucho Derby route & navigation28:21 – Sleeping, Estancia hospitality story32:44 – Best and worst parts of the Derby42:33 – Finish result & completion rate / show close

In this revisit we bring you three Endurance Rider tips from Karen. Keeping motivated during the winter, your horses vital signs and calculating ride times and speeds. Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3881 – Show Notes and Links:HORSES IN THE MORNING Endurance Day crew: co-hosted by Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonSponsor: The Distance DepotAERC check out the AERC calendar!Time Stamps:01:20 - Keeping motivated during Winter11:50 - The Distance Depot 17:30 - Vital Signs23:51 - Calculating ride times and speed

Endurance news, including Karen's latest horse updates and tech gadgets, plus a riding tip on securing saddle packs. Two guests: April Lauren from SEDRA to discuss their beginner-friendly distance riding clinic in Ocala, FL, and endurance rider Julie Bittick as she prepares for the grueling 500 km Gaucho Derby in Patagonia. The episode also features details on the upcoming AERC Virtual Convention. Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3861 – Show Notes and Links:HORSES IN THE MORNING Endurance Day crew: co-hosted by Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonGuest: April Lauren on the AHA/FHA/FL Rookie Clinic in Ocala, FLGuest: Julie Bittick on riding in the The Gaucho DerbyAERC check out the AERC calendar!Time Stamps:02:22 – Guest preview03:00 – 360 camera tech07:12 – Helmet/safety tech10:28 – Arabian Horse Assoc. awards11:32 – Endurance riding tip14:03 – Gear setup18:21 – Guest: Kristen, Distance Depot21:16 – Guest: April, rider clinic32:34 – Horse breed discussion38:32 – Guest: Julie, Gaucho Derby51:25 – Wrap up and events info

Endurance news, including Karen's latest horse updates and tech gadgets, plus a riding tip on securing saddle packs. Two guests: April Lauren from SEDRA to discuss their beginner-friendly distance riding clinic in Ocala, FL, and endurance rider Julie Bittick as she prepares for the grueling 500 km Gaucho Derby in Patagonia. The episode also features details on the upcoming AERC Virtual Convention. Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3861 – Show Notes and Links:HORSES IN THE MORNING Endurance Day crew: co-hosted by Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonGuest: April Lauren on the AHA/FHA/FL Rookie Clinic in Ocala, FLGuest: Julie Bittick on riding in the The Gaucho DerbyAERC check out the AERC calendar!Time Stamps:02:22 – Guest preview03:00 – 360 camera tech07:12 – Helmet/safety tech10:28 – Arabian Horse Assoc. awards11:32 – Endurance riding tip14:03 – Gear setup18:21 – Guest: Kristen, Distance Depot21:16 – Guest: April, rider clinic32:34 – Horse breed discussion38:32 – Guest: Julie, Gaucho Derby51:25 – Wrap up and events info

Karen Chaton is joined by Patti Stedman to tell us just about everything we need to know to get through our first Endurance ride.  Heather ‘Flash’ Accardo talks about her preparations for the Mongol Derby and common Endurance acronyms are deciphered, plus we make up a few new ones.  A classic re-visit.  Listen in…HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3832 – Show Notes and Links:HORSES IN THE MORNING Endurance Day crew: co-hosted by Glenn the Geek and Karen Chaton, produced by Coach JennGuest: Patti StedmanGuest:  Heather ‘Flash’ AccardoSupport for this podcast provided by:  The Distance Depot , ChewyAERC check out the AERC calendar!

Karen Chaton catches us up on their latest "Adventures," including her completion of two back-to-back 50-mile rides at the Red Rock Rumble and LTH Octoberfest, where her horse Jovi earned his first 1,000 AERC miles. In the Endurance Tip Karen reviews the Garmin Venu X1. AERC Director Connie Caudill shares updates on the AERC National Convention and the 2026 National Championship at Old Dominion; and Kayti Curtis, who is currently leading the AERC National Best Condition Championship for 2025 with her horse Casper the Ghostly Horse, discussing her successful season and her relationship with her "rockstar" partner. HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3816 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonTitle Sponsor: The Arabian Horse AssociationGuest: Kristen at The Distance DepotGuest: Connie Caudill - AERC National Convention Guest: Kayti Curtis and her horse Casper the Ghostly HorseLink: Garmin® Venu® X1Support for this podcast provided by: Chewy, The Distance Depot, Chewy, and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps:02:40 - Karen's 50 mile rides14:00 - Garmin Venu X1 review25:49 - Kristen at The Distance Depot32:50 - Connie Caudill48:16 - Kayti Curtis

In this endurance episode Karen guides us through training for camping at endurance rides. Plus we talk rain gear with Distance Depot and meet the winner of the Virginia City 100, Amrita OLeary. Listen in....HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3796 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonTitle Sponsor: The Arabian Horse AssociationGuest: Amrita OLearyLink: Garmin® Venu® X1Support for this podcast provided by: Chewy, The Distance Depot, Chewy, and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps:10:00 - Endurance Tip19:00 - Rain Gear23:00 - Virtual Conference30:48 - Amrita OLeary

 In this endurance episode Karen guides you through what to pack and not pack for a vet check.  2025 AHA Endurance Championship winner Nicole Wertz tells us all about her amazing ride to the Championship and we learn about the new  Garmin Blaze Equine HRM.  Listen in.... HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3771 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonTitle Sponsor: The Arabian Horse AssociationGuest: Nicole Wertz, 2025 AHA Endurance Championship winner Link: Garmin Blaze Equine HRMSupport for this podcast provided by: Sentinel Horse Feeds The Distance Depot, Chewy, and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps:06:00 - Karen Overslept14:14 - Endurance Tip18:00 - Garmin Blaze Equine HRM27:40 - Nicole WertzEndurance Tip:  Packing ahead for a vet check, in camp or away:Crew Bag Setup: Use a labeled duffel/ready made crewbag or wheeled cart for quick access. Horse Essentials: Pack pre-bagged feed/supplements in nested buckets or feed pans for fast feeding, plus extra especially if coming through the same vet check more than once. Include lightweight blankets or sheets for weather. Pack a flake of hay, and a brush or sponge if you like to clean your horse during the vet check.Rider Gear: Pack layers if there is a chance of weather changes, water, snacks/lunch, and a battery pack for recharging phones/GPS. Bug spray, sunscreen. For 75- or 100-mile rides, add glow sticks and a headlamp.Pro Tips: Practice setup at home for efficiency. During the vet check, use pre-organized gear to feed/hydrate. Tailor to your horse and ride conditions. Also try to keep the crewbag light enough so the volunteers can easily lift it and move it around if it is going to an away vet check. If staying in camp you can use a cart or wagon to bring your items closer to the vet check area. This also helps if you need to pull tack.

Canadian rider Rachel Gobbels talks about the challenges and rewards of entering, and finishing, her first Tevis on her Arabian Horse Patrova ARA. Big South Fork Endurance Ride co-managers Maranda Bibb and Jenny Dart give us a pre-view of this year's ride. Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3750 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonTitle Sponsor: The Arabian Horse AssociationGuest: Rachel GobbelsGuest: Maranda Bibb and Jenny Dart, Big South Fork Endurance Ride Support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, Chewy, and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps:22:15 – Rachel Gobbels37:47 – Big South Fork Endurance Ride co-managers Maranda Bibb & Jenny Dart

Tevis Day on the Endurance Rider podcast. We look at the stats Karen put together for Saturday's 2025 Tevis Cup and we meet two first time Tevis Cup riders, Rachel Gobbels and Ari Spoto. Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3728 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonTitle Sponsor: The Arabian Horse AssociationGuest: Rachel Gobbels, Rider #23Guest: Ari Spoto, Rider #109Support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, Chewy, Sentinel Feeds and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps:06:00 - Tevis Stats23:00 - Kristen from Distance Depot27:54 - Rachel Gobbels37:12 - Ari Spoto

Karen reviews the Fi Tracker and goes over the Ten Horse Signals to Watch for During an Endurance Ride. Plus, Cyd Fairbanks tells us all about the Hat Creek Hustle Ride in Northern California, listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3709 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonTitle Sponsor: The Arabian Horse AssociationGuest: Kristen at Distance Depot on the ThinLine Flexible Filly Slow Feed Grazing MuzzleLink: Fi TrackerGuest: Cyd Fairbanks is the Ride Manager for the Hat Creek Hustle RideSupport for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, Chewy, Sentinel Feeds and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps:08:00 - Heat Training11:08 - Fi Tracker14:40 - Reading Horse Signals26:00 - Cyd Fairbanks

Karen shares her experience at the High Desert 50 ride, offers tips for trail etiquette and safety, and Diane Whitlock about her experience as an older rider transitioning to long-distance riding with an older horse. Plus, Kristyn Sturken, Equine Product Manager of Sentinel Feeds on how extruded feed can help the endurance horse. Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3690 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonTitle Sponsor: The Arabian Horse AssociationGuest: Diane WhitlockGuest: Kristyn Sturken, Equine Product Manager from Sentinel Horse FeedsSupport for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, Chewy, Sentinel Feeds and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps:02:45 - High Desert 50 Ride Review10:25 - Kristyn Sturken from Sentinel Horse Feeds20:58 - Training Tip31:36 - Kristen from the Distance Depot36:33 - Diane Whitlock

We learn about the Arabian Horse Association's Distance Horse Nationals and the new FEI ride happening in Canada later this year. Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3664 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonGuest: Alanna Frank, Arabian Horse AssociationGuest: Tracy Vollman, Sask Long Riders, Sask Long Riders Facebook | FEI Endurance in Saskatchewan FacebookSupport for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, Chewy, Sentinel Feeds and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps:10:10 - Alanna Frank, Arabian Horse Association21.45 - Tracy Vollman, Sask Long Riders

We are thrilled to speak with Lisa Snyder, an esteemed figure recently inducted into the AERC Hall of Fame. Gunner Frank, the owner of Trinity, a horse also inducted in the Hall of Fame, shares his journey and the remarkable attributes that contribute to Trinity's success. Plus, in the Endurance tip Karen shares the things she carries on a ride in her packs. Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3644 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonGuest: Lisa SchneiderGuest: Gunnar FrankGuest: Kristen at The Distance Depot Additional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, Chewy, Sentinal Feeds and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps:09:00 - Saddle Pack Essentials15:50 - Kristen on Stirrups22:00 - Lisa Schneider40:00 - Gunnar Frank31:30 - Erin Aloan Grogan

Joanna Ziettero joins us to talk about the joys of packing up at the end of a show. Erin Grogan speaks about the "That Girl HRN Auditor Team" and "Green Bean Endurance" for 2025 and Kristen from The Distance Depot explains hackamores. Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3624 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonGuest: Joanna ZietteroGuest: Erin Aloan Grogan on the Green Bean Endurance ChallengeGuest: Kristen at The Distance Depot Additional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, US Rider and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps:07:24 - The Endurance Riders Mindset14:46 - Kristen at The Distance Depot 19:30 - Joanna Ziettero31:30 - Erin Aloan Grogan

 We caught up with Vera Kalila in between her rescuing horses from the California Wildfires. She had a terrific 2024 ride season with her daughter Erna and travelled across many states and regions racking up the points and miles and has some good advice about trailering long distances with horses. Plus, Karen shares her list of essentials for your crew bag or ringside tote.HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3604 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Coach Jenn and Karen ChatonGuest: Vera Kalila, Love This Horse Equine Rescue | PayPal | VenmoWhat to pack in your crew bag or ringside toteAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot , Chewy and Listeners Like You

Lynn Beazley joins us to tell us how recovering from an injury as a horseback rider over 60 is both a challenge and an opportunity for growth.  Plus, Karen chats about the importance of stretching before a ride and Kristen at  Distance Depot  Distance Depot tells us about the new True Grit Saddle Packs. Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3560 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonGuest: Lynn Beazley | YouTubeGuest: Kristen at The Distance Depot Additional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, US Rider and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps:04:45 - Stretching for Endurance Riders08:50 - Kristen at The Distance Depot 16:40 - Lynn Beazley

Ashley Wingert tells us all about her adventure riding in the Tom Quilty Gold Cup, Australia's premiere 100 mile ride.    Dr. Lucian Spataro Jr., on his book "The Long Ride".  It is a beautiful chronology of a place in time when three horses and a team of people were doing the “right thing” against very long odds; their perseverance is even more inspiring today, twenty years later.  In Karen's training tip she talks about negative splits, riding the first half of an endurance ride slower than the second.  Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3560 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonGuest: Ashley Wingert | FacebookGuest: Lucian Spataro | Website | Additional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, US Rider and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps:07:48 - Adventures with Jovi17:54 - Introducing New Products at Distance Depot23:38 - Ashley Wingert39:24 - Lucian Spataro

Revisit: Today we look back at some great tips we got over the years.  First, Victoria Beelik discusses the most important things to do to plan now for an emergency with your animals. Then Karen explains what tailing in an endurance ride is and how to do it safely. Finally, Karen discusses ride strategy to make sure you and your horse complete your ride.  Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3536 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonGuest: Victoria Beelik | FacebookAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, US Rider and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps:01:40 - Victoria Beelik on Emergency Preparedness26:10 - Tailing31:34 - Ride Strategy

We start the show with Poop Week, by Poseidon Animal Health, and a discussion on the importance of Dung Beetles.  Then we transition to Endurance with author and Endurance Rider Donna Snyder Smith and her new book "The Alchemy of Horses: A Journey of Self-Healing".  Listen in... HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3516 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonTitle Sponsor: Poseidon Animal HealthGuest: Donna Snyder Smith, author of The Alchemy of Horses: A Journey of Self-HealingGuest: Jane Myers of Equiculture.net on Dung BeetlesAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps:02:46 - The World Endurance Championships13:16 - Jane Myers 24:53 - Kristen from The Distance Depot29:16 - Donna Snyder Smith

Tevis winner Jeanette 'Jay' Mero joins us to discuss her amazing win in blazing hot conditions and she also addresses the horses that were lost this year. Then her daughter, Reyna Mero, tells us about riding with her Mom, coming in 2nd and winning the "Haggin Cup". Plus Karen explains efficient trot transitions are key to conserving your horse's energy and maintaining a good pace throughout an endurance ride. Listen in....HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3496 – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Coach Jenn and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Jeanette 'Jay' Mero, DVMGuest: Reyna MeroWatch the Tevis Cup Webcast Additional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, EquestrianPlus, and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps:5:00 - Tevis Wrap14:24 - Trot Transitions19:30 - Kristen Distance Depot25:34 - Jeanette 'Jay' Mero, DVM52:53 - Reyna Mero

Judy Hayamizu shares the harrowing story of her horse Sparky's week long walk about in the California wilderness. Erna Valdivia stops by to talk about entering the Tevis Cup with her Shagya Arabian mare, adopted from Love This Horse Rescue. Plus, Karen shares her new saddle bag emergency kit and the terrifying event that inspired the update.HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3471 – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Coach Jenn and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Judy HayamizuGuest: Erna ValdiviaWatch the Tevis Cup Webcast Additional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, EquestrianPlus, and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps10:54 - Saddle Bag Emergency Kit21:18 - Erna Valdivia37:09 - Judy Hayamizu

Revisit:  Michelle and her daughter Scout share how they are living full time on the road with their horses. Magali McGreevy is kicking butt with her Friesian Harlaam and she stops by to tell us all about it. Rump rugs, quarter sheets, or exercise rugs; whatever you call them we answer the questions you never thought to ask. Listen in...Guests and Links Episode 2556:Link to Sound File for Sight Impaired:  Click HereThe HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek:  co-host, executive in charge of comic relief; Karen Chaton: co-hostGuest: Scout & MichelleGuest: Magali McGreevyAmerican Endurance Ride Conference, AERCThere’s an App for that!  Check out the new Horse Radio Network app for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on Twitter or follow Horses In The Morning on FacebookAdditional support for this podcast provided by: American Endurance Ride Conference, The Distance Depot, Renegade Hoof Boots, and Listeners Like You!

We chat about the ups and downs of getting young or inexperienced horses out and about, the AERC Green Bean program, tips on rider fitness, and the NE Endurance Team Challenge at Fair Hill.HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3431 – Show Notes and Links:Link for sight impaired – Click HereThe HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Coach Jenn and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Griffen Keller, AERC Green Bean Endurance ChallengeGuest: Mirella BulawaGuest:  Holly Corcoran, Northeast Endurance Team ChallengeAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, US Rider, My New Horse, and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps26:00 - Green Bean Endurance33:33 - Rider Fitness34:25 - Northeast Endurance Team Challenge

Jeannie Waldron, DVM talks about conditioning a horse that is new to endurance to set them up for success. Ann Scott Wicks shares her adventures riding her Mustang Jicarilla Journey to multiple AERC high mileage awards. Karen's training tip highlights the importance of walking.HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3404 – Show Notes and Links:Link for sight impaired – Click HereThe HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Coach Jenn and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Jeannie Waldron, DVMGuest: Ann Scott WicksAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, Equestrian Plus, and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps16:01 - Ann Scott Wicks30:55 - Training Tip34:25 - Jeannie Waldron, DVM

We are joined by Melissa Montgomery for a chat about horseback riding in Africa and her recent win at the 20 Mule Team 100 in Ridgecrest, CA while battling 60 mph winds. Plus Debi Sanger tells us about Trot On endurance Rides. Karen shares a great tip on fast effective tack cleaning!HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3384  – Show Notes and Links:Link for sight impaired – Click HereThe HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Coach Jenn and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Debi Sanger, Trot On Endurance RidesGuest: Melissa MontgomeryAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, Spalding Labs, and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps13:20 - Endurance Tip25:14 - Debi Sanger43:51 - Melissa Montgomery

Dr. Susan Garlinghouse joins us to talk about preventing and dealing with arthritis in horses. Karen’s tip is on getting unstuck in mud and the options for endurance cinches and girths. Listen in….HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3364 – Show Notes and Links:Link for sight impaired – Click HereThe HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Coach Jenn and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Dr. Susan GarlinghouseAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, Spalding Labs, and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps2:04 – Endurance Tip18:27 – Distance Depot Product of the Week22:34 – Dr. Susan Garlinghouse

Dr. Susan Garlinghouse joins us to talk about preventing and dealing with arthritis in horses. Karen’s tip is on getting unstuck in mud and the options for endurance cinches and girths. Listen in….HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3364 – Show Notes and Links:Link for sight impaired – Click HereThe HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Coach Jenn and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Dr. Susan GarlinghouseAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, Spalding Labs, and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps2:04 – Endurance Tip18:27 – Distance Depot Product of the Week22:34 – Dr. Susan Garlinghouse

2023 AERC winners of the Bob and Julie Suhr Husband and Wife Award with 2170 miles Alanna and Gunnar Frank join us along with Sudi Lenhart, VP of the Southeast Endurance Ride Assoc.  Karen has some tips on making your competition run smoothly.HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3339  – Show Notes and Links:Link for sight impaired – Click HereThe HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Coach Jenn and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Alanna and Gunnar Frank, Owl Hoot RidesGuest: Sudi LenhartFollow Horse Radio Network on TwitterAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, Sentinel Horse Nutrition, Horse & Rider On Demand, and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps08:38 - Endurance Tip: tips for a smooth competition25:30 - Kristen with The Distance Depot30:03 - Alanna and Gunnar Frank43:32 -  Sudi Lenhart

Karen talks about the importance of knowing your horses vital signs and Laura Worden is an endurance rider and an equine nutritionist and she tells about the current best practices for worming our endurance horses. Amie Kreth fills us in on a new ride called the Lost Sierra in Graeagle, CA. Listen in....HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3321  – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Coach Jenn and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Lara WordenGuest: Amie Kreth of the Lost SierraFollow Horse Radio Network on TwitterAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps09:20 - Endurance Tip Vital Signs15:30 - Kristen with The Distance Depot19:44 - Lara Worden32:02 - Amie Kreth 

It's all virtual today when Abigail Madden tells us about Virtual Tevis for 2024 and Christina Hyke on the Warhorse Virtual Endurance Rides. Plus, Jenna Harrison, winner of the 2023 AERC National Championship 100. Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3306  – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Coach Jenn and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Abigail Madden from Virtual Tevis for 2024Guest: Christina Hyke of the Warhorse Virtual Endurance RidesGuest: Jenna Harrison, winner of the 2023 AERC National Championship 100Follow Horse Radio Network on TwitterAdditional support for this podcast provided by: My New Horse, US Rider, The Distance Depot and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps02:00 - Karen's Riding Adventures15:40 - Kristen - Distance Depot21:50 - Abigail Madden from Virtual Tevis34:08 - Christina Hyke of the Warhorse Virtual44:00 - Jenna Harrison, winner of the 2023 AERC National Championship 100

We learn about teaching horses to wear a neck collar. Former US Army Ranger Reid Albano shares his experience riding the Mongol Derby as an amputee. Chasing Dreams: The True Story of the Youngest Female Tevis Cup Champion author Sanoma Blakely stops by for a chat. AERC VP Kelly Williams Stehman has an update.Link for sight impaired – Click HereThe HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Coach Jenn and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Reid AlbanoGuest: Sanoma Blakely, Chasing Dreams: The True Story of the Youngest Female Tevis Cup Champion Guest: AERC VP Kelly Williams StehmanFollow Horse Radio Network on TwitterAdditional support for this podcast provided by: Sentinel Horse Nutrition, The Distance Depot and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps32:20 – Reid Albano50:27 – Kelly Williams Stehman1:08:35 – Sanoma Blakely

In this all Tevis review episode we are joined by Tevis winner Jeremy Reynolds, as he explains how he trained his horse to ride without a bridle. Heather Reynolds makes a surprise visit to tell us about her top 10 finish and why she did Couger Rock up and down. Finally, Haggin Cup Winner Haley Moquin tells us about her ride on PJ. Listen in....HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3222  – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Coach Jenn and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Jeremy and Heather ReynoldsGuest: Haley MoquinThere's an App for that!  Download the new FREE Horse Radio Network App for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on TwitterAdditional support for this podcast provided by: Sentinel Horse Nutrition, The Distance Depot and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps5:00 - Jeremy Reynolds28:32 - Heather Reynolds40:30 - Haley Moquin

We learn about the sport of Trail Trials, chat with Berit Myer about completing at least one 50 mile ride a year on her horse Tezona for 20 years.  Plus, is your horse's EDPP normal?HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3222  – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Coach Jenn and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Victor Pedroza, Maria Hines, Trail TrialsGuest: Berit MyerLink: American Endurance Ride ConferenceThere's an App for that!  Download the new FREE Horse Radio Network App for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on TwitterAdditional support for this podcast provided by: Sentinel Horse Nutrition, The Distance Depot and Listeners Like You

Karen and Coach Jenn chat about the consequences of not practicing riding in inclement weather, Erin Aloan Grogan shares her experience as a first time ride manager and her recent CTR ride.HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3203  – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Coach Jenn and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Erin Aloan GroganThere's an App for that!  Download the new FREE Horse Radio Network App for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on TwitterAdditional support for this podcast provided by: Practical Horseman On Demand, US Rider, Spalding Fly Predators, The Distance Depot and Listeners Like You

Karen explains the importance of being be able to judge how fast you are going and how much energy your horse is expending at that pace,  Luisa and Pete Breidahl talk about riding across Europe on horseback, and Becky Pearman has some tips on how to 'say cheese' to the ride photographer for the best pictures.HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3179  – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Luisa and Pete BreidahlGuest: Becky PearmanThere's an App for that!  Download the new FREE Horse Radio Network App for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on TwitterAdditional support for this podcast provided by: Practical Horseman On Demand, US Rider, Spalding Fly Predators, The Distance Depot and Listeners Like You

Karen Chaton offers advice on how do you safely contain your horse at a competition. Tami Rogeau, AERC West Region Trails Rep, discusses some of the issues facing our trails in the US, and how volunteers from AERC ranks are filling the gap. Laura Mayes shares her experiences as a first time rider manager for this year's Nevada Derby Ride.HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3157  – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Tami Rogeau, AERC Trails Rep for the West RegionGuest: Laura Mayes, Nevada Derby RideLink: AERC Trails ExpertsLink: 2023 AERC Trail Volunteer Hours ReportThere's an App for that!  Download the new FREE Horse Radio Network App for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on TwitterAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot and Listeners Like You

Cindy Bradley and her horse Bo won the 2022 AERC HOF Pard'ners Award and she joins us to tell us about her endurance career. We get an update on last months Endurance World Equestrian Games in Abu Dabai from USA riders Karen Binns-Dicamillo and Jessica DiCamillo. Plus, Karen has some tips on food storage and other camping ideas to help reduce reuse or repurpose items that would otherwise end up in the garbage. Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3137  – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Cindy BradleyGuest: Karen and Jessica DiCamilloThere's an App for that!  Download the new FREE Horse Radio Network App for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on TwitterAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot and Listeners Like You

Mother/Daughter Karen Binns DiCamillo and Jessica DiCamillo share their excitement of representing the US Team at the World Endurance Championship in Abu Dhabi in March.  Linda Parish, AERC National Championship ride manager, joins us to give us details on the 2023 National Championships in Texas.  Plus, Karen's Endurance Training Tip is the value of practicing trot-outs and doing CRI's at home. Listen in....HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3118  – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Linda Parish, AERC National Championship ride managerGuest: Karen Binns DiCamillo and Jessica DiCamillo TorresLink: CRI info, from the AERC Rider's HandbookFollow Horse Radio Network on TwitterAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps:10:50 - Karen's Training Tip19:07 - Kristen Distance Depot23:07 - Linda Parish33:30 - Karen Binns-DiCamillo and Jessica DiCamillo Torres48:15 - Auditor Post Show 

 Author Claire Eckard joins us to talk about her new book "Race Against Time: A Girl, a Pony & the Toughest 100-Mile Race in the World".  It is the amazing story of Kyla Law and Her Hackney Pony Flash,  the smallest horse to ever finish the Tevis Cup.  Sarah Cuthbertson from Ride Like an Athlete  helps us with what conditioning is needed for distance riders and Karen shares how she calculates ride times and speed.  Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3096  – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Sarah Cuthbertson from Ride Like an AthleteGuest: Claire Eckard, author of Race Against Time: A Girl, a Pony & the Toughest 100-Mile Race in the WorldGuest: Jenni RichThere's an App for that!  Download the new FREE Horse Radio Network App for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on TwitterAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps:09:30 - Training Tip15:10 - Kristen from The Distance Depot19:20 - Sarah Cuthbertson38:00 - Claire Eckard51:11 - Jenni RichSupport the show

 We'll be chatting with current AERC mileage leader Kerry Lowrey, Cecilia Smith joins us to talk about AERC's highest mileage horse Tulip who is excelling at his new career as a therapy horse at age 35.  And to wrap up the show Max Merlich stops by for a preview of the 2022 Mary and Anna Memorial Ride. HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3078  – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Kerry Lowrey, Tracing in the New Year 2022 Endurance RideGuest: Cecilia Smith, Cal-Neva Driving ClubGuest: Max Merlich, Mary and Anna Memorial RideThere's an App for that!  Download the new FREE Horse Radio Network App for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on TwitterAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, Horseware, and Listeners Like YouSupport the show

Guests Joni Burden and Samantha Shoemaker join Karen Chaton for a fun filled chat about the perseverance  required to ride endurance; whether finishing your first 50 or racking up the miles with three Decade Team horses.  Plus, part two of our discussion on winterizing your horse trailer.HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3055  – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Joni BurdenGuest: Samantha ShoemakerThere's an App for that!  Download the new FREE Horse Radio Network App for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on TwitterAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, Horseware, and Listeners Like You Support the show

We cover winterizing your horse trailer, learn about ICE (In Case of Emergency) tags and 2022 Haggin Cup winner Christoph Schork joins us.HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3036  – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Christoph SchorkThere's an App for that!  Download the new FREE Horse Radio Network App for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on TwitterAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, Horseware, and Listeners Like YouSupport the show

We learn all about the resurrected Moab Canyons (Utah) rides from ride manager Mickey Smith. We also meet trainer and riding coach at Harmony Ranch Heidi Helly and Karen's Training Tip is on what to pack in crew bags. Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3018  – Show Notes and Links:Link for sight impaired - Click HereThe HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek and Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Mickey Smith from the Moab Canyons Ride in Moab, Utah.Guest: Heidi Helly, trainer at Harmony Ranch Arabians and Heidi and the Hurricane BandThere's an App for that!  Download the new FREE Horse Radio Network App for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on TwitterAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, Renegade Hoof Boots, and Listeners Like YouTIME STAMPS:13:55 - Karen's Training Tip - Crew Bags20:46 - The Distance Depot25:47 -  Mickey Smith40:20 - Heidi Helly Support the show

Tevis Winner Gabriela Blakely, the mother of the 2019 Champion, tells us all about her adventures in America's toughest endurance race.  Jennifer Kaplan chares her experiences as she tied for first (with Kelly Stoneburner) at the Big Horn 100 in Wyoming.  Plus, the Endurance Tip includes some tips for how to prepare yourself for your first vet check.  Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 2993  – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek:  co-host, executive in charge of comic relief, Jamie Jennings:   co-host, director of wacky equestrian adventures, Coach Jenn:  producer, Chaos Control Officer.Guest Cohost: Karen ChatonImage Credit: Horses in the MorningGuest: Jennifer KaplanGuest: Gabriela BlakelyThere's an App for that!  Download the new FREE Horse Radio Network App for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on TwitterAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, Renegade Hoof Boots, and Listeners Like YouTIME STAMPS:02:20 - Tevis Stats12:30 - Endurance Tip21:52 - Kristen - Distance Depot27:50 - Jennifer Kaplan40:00 - Gabriela BlakelySupport the show

2022 Tevis Cup entrants Ross Carrie and Elaine Lemieux stop by for a pre-race chat, plus we look at this years pre-race stats. Karen Chaton talks about the AllTrails app.HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 2971  – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek:  co-host, executive in charge of comic relief, Jamie Jennings:   co-host, director of wacky equestrian adventures, Coach Jenn:  producer, Chaos Control Officer.Guest Cohost: Karen ChatonImage Credit: Elaine LemieuxGuest: Ross CarrieGuest: Elaine LemieuxThere's an App for that!  Download the new FREE Horse Radio Network App for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on TwitterAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, Renegade Hoof Boots, and Listeners Like YouSupport the show

Revisit: Karen Chaton chuckles over a list of things only Endurance Riders know, get to know Trilby Pederson, a women who has ridden the equivalent to 1/4 of the way to the moon and Nick Warhol tells the harrowing tale of how his horses were poisoned by common groundsel.  Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 2953 - Show Notes and Links:HORSES IN THE MORNING Endurance Day crew:  co-hosted by Glenn the Geek and Karen Chaton,  produced by Coach JennPhoto: Common GroundselTitle Sponsor: American Endurance Ride ConferenceGuest:  Trilby PedersonGuest:  Nick WarholThe Distance Depot Product Highlight: New ProductsAERC check out the AERC calendar!Support for this podcast provided by:  Renegade Hoof Boots, The Distance Depot, Listeners Like YouThere's an App for that!  Download the new FREE Horse Radio Network App for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on Twitter or HORSES IN THE MORNING on FacebookSupport the show

We have 11 year old, Mia Moore, who won the Biltmore 100 over the weekend, what an amazing difficult ride.   Also, Mia's sponsor Sarah Marie Arthur and Erin Grogan tells us what it is like volunteer at a 100 mile ride. Plus, Karen's Endurance Tip:  What to pack in your endurance crew bag.  Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 2930  – Show Notes and Links:The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek:  co-host, executive in charge of comic relief, Jamie Jennings:   co-host, director of wacky equestrian adventures, Coach Jenn:  producer, Chaos Control Officer.Guest Cohost: Karen ChatonImage Credit: Mia MooreGuest: Sarah Marie Arthur and Mia MooreGuest: Erin GroganLink: Crew Bag NecessitiesThere's an App for that!  Download the new FREE Horse Radio Network App for iPhone and AndroidFollow Horse Radio Network on TwitterAdditional support for this podcast provided by: The Distance Depot, Renegade Hoof Boots, Horseware:  Amigo® AmECO Bug Buster Fly Sheet (No Fill), and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps: 13:00 - Karen's Endurance Tip18:06 - The Distance Depot25:21 - Sarah and Mia37:00 - Erin GroganSupport the show