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The Australian Jockeys Association

December 12, 2018 by Christine Meunier Leave a Comment

Although this website is aimed at helping you to develop your horse career, I love that there are many sites that do that for individual horse related careers! Take the Australian Jockeys Association for example. As it states on their website, “our goal is to provide Jockeys with all the information needed to maximise their careers.”

The Australian Jockeys Association | Equus Education
The Australian Jockeys Association | Equus Education

You can utilise the AJA website to find information regarding insurance, about racing rules, and even how to become a jockey.  There is even what to do if you’ve had an injury or fall. The site is broken up into the different states of Australia.  Then there are resources and contacts for each of these states. Great!

So how did it come about? Back in 2001 it was determined that a national body for jockeys should be established. Before then, there was one for each state and they were unable to meet demand and resource needs effectively.

“In April 2002, representatives from all State and Territory associations met in Melbourne and agreed that a national peak body to represent the interests of all jockeys in Australia should be established as soon as practicable. It was unanimously agreed that this body should be known as the Australian Jockeys Association (AJA).”

The Australian Jockeys Association

Perhaps you’re riding as a jockey in Australia, but you want to look into riding overseas. Well they’ve got this covered, too! In fact, you can be led to links for the United Kingdom, Hong Kong, Japan, South Africa, the United States, New Zealand and the list goes on! There’s also Canada, Korea, Ireland, France and Germany. What a line up!

If you plan to ride race horses in Australia, I encourage you to check out this resource.  It aims to keep you informed and also to help you succeed.

Filed Under: Career, Horseriding, Travel

Wild Thing (Winnie the Horse Gentler #1) by Dandi Daley Mackall

December 10, 2018 by Christine Meunier Leave a Comment

In the first book in the Winnie the Horse Gentler series, young Winnie Willis comes across a beautiful grey Arabian mare known as Wild Thing. She is owned by the Spidell family that seem to own most things in town. Winnie works for them as a stable hand but when she sees the unmanageable mare in their care, she is desperate to earn more to purchase the beautiful horse.

Winnie’s sister Lizzy is keen for the pair to hatch a plan to stay in the town they are now living in. Their father struggling with the loss of their mother hops from town to town, after having sold their horse property.  Winnie hasn’t ridden since her mother was lost in a car accident that she blames herself for. In spite of this, horses are in her blood and she still loves them and works with them.

Wild Thing (Winnie the Horse Gentler #1) by Dandi Daley Mackall | Equus Education (Click to buy).
Wild Thing (Winnie the Horse Gentler #1) by Dandi Daley Mackall | Equus Education (Click to buy).

It seems she even has a gift for mismanaged horses as she slowly makes progress with Wild Thing. But then an act by the Spidell brother and sister pair undoes all her hard work to tame Wild Thing.

Winnie is adamant she has to buy the mare and save her from a horrible fate. As she works to earn more money to purchase her, she, her sister and some new friends come up with a scheme to make some money – and quick. It will cash in on Winnie’s gentling skills and provide much needed funds to purchase the mare.

Through the process of gentling a horse and settling in this new town, Winnie battles with the guilt she feels from her mother’s death. And it seems that Winnie’s father feels the same.  She can’t seem to have a normal conversation with her father and feels his silence keenly. In amongst all of this loss, Winnie is left questioning why God has abandoned her. Once a young woman of faith, she finds herself feeling alone, vulnerable and without direction. Wild Thing explores the act of natural horsemanship with horses, finding faith again and redeeming family relationships. The horse information is very factual and consistent throughout the book. A great read for young ones.

Author: Dandi Daley Mackall
Fiction – children
In My Library? As the first book, I am glad it is!

Filed Under: Horse Books

RescueTime for the Equine Entrepreneur

December 5, 2018 by Christine Meunier Leave a Comment

Having access to so many different things on the internet means that as an equine entrepreneur, it’s easy to waste time. Although the sites we access may not be bad to utilise, they may not be productive! I recently came across RescueTime and thought I’d check out what it is all about. And it seems to me that it could be of benefit to any horse person that spends time online.

RescueTime for the Equine Entrepreneur | Equus Education
RescueTime for the Equine Entrepreneur | Equus Education

This is a setup that runs in the background on your computer or mobile device. It’s role is to track the time that you spend on applications and websites. In this way, you’re able to see how much of your day is spent in particular online areas. Doing so will highlight any inefficiencies (time wasters) that you can cut back on – or completely cut out! And doing so will then allow you to focus your energies on more productive tasks.

You can also set goals to help you stay focused. Say, you want to spend only 1 hour a day catching up on your horse business emails. An alarm can be set to indicate to you when you’ve hit this timer and so remind you to move onto other tasks.

You can also gain detailed reports from RescueTime. They show you which websites or applications you’re dedicating your time to. You can also receive a weekly summary that highlights what you’ve done online, for how long and where. This can help you to change priorities, set new goals and stay on track for where you should be spending time online relating to your horse business.

There are apparently built in productivity scores that cover thousands of websites and applications. And the categories are customizable to suit your needs. What’s even more appealing to me is that there is a free plan you can utilise.

Filed Under: Business, Free Resource

Fantastic Facts About Mules: Illustrated Fun Learning For Kids by Miles Merchant

December 3, 2018 by Christine Meunier Leave a Comment

Fantastic Facts about Mules is a part of the Fantastic Facts series. Of course, the focus being on mules is what draws my attention! This is a short read full of factual, interesting information. It also contains many photos for children to look at.

Fantastic Facts about Mules looks at what makes a mule. It explores the cross between a male horse and a female donkey and a male donkey and a female horse. Although the book focuses on mules, it also highlights what a hinny is.

Fantastic Facts About Mules: Illustrated Fun Learning For Kids by Miles Merchant | Equus Education (Click to buy).
Fantastic Facts About Mules: Illustrated Fun Learning For Kids by Miles Merchant | Equus Education (Click to buy).

The fact that mules can’t reproduce is discussed, as well as their different attributes depending on the breed of horse that they come from. Why people would choose a mule as a working ‘horse’ is also explored. Their hardiness and ease of keeping weight when compared with horses is also looked at.

Although the book is non fiction and filled with many facts, it is sure to engage young readers. Each ‘chapter’ is made up of a title, a photo and a couple of pages of information. Readers are then able to move onto the next chapter to learn something different about the care and use of mules.

The chapters look at the saying ‘stubborn as a mule’ and where it comes from. They also explore a mule’s eating habits, their genetics, their sturdiness and much more. Although this book is short, it is packed full of information.  Whether you’re a horse fan or a donkey fan, this book is sure to be interesting.

Author: Miles Merchant
Fiction – children
In My Library? As an eBook.

“A tree in the middle of a giant rock may grow up if it is stubborn like hell! Sometimes to be successful in life is simply made up of being stubborn as a mule!” ― Mehmet Murat ildan

Filed Under: Horse Books

Profile On: Tracy Beavers, the Printable Pony

November 30, 2018 by Christine Meunier Leave a Comment

“I’ve loved horses ever since I was a kid, and from the very first riding lesson I ever took, I was hooked. In college, my love of horses helped me discover my major: Agricultural Communications with a minor in Equine Science. My first job out of college was running the communications department for the world’s largest single breed horse show, the All American Quarter Horse Congress. Now, as the founder of The Printable Pony — a blog and Etsy store dedicated to providing stylish and economical solutions for equestrian enthusiasts — I’m putting my degrees to good use!”

How much of your day/week is related to horses?
Currently I spend about 15 hours per week writing blog posts, developing new products and staying up to date with the hunter/jumper industry. Plus, I’m at the barn to ride my horses at least 5 days per week. Being able to have the flexibility to ride is one of the best things about being an entrepreneur!

Profile On: Tracy Beavers, the Printable Pony | Equus Education
Profile On: Tracy Beavers, the Printable Pony | Equus Education

What is it exactly that you do?
The Printable Pony is primarily a blog, where I chronicle my journey as an adult amateur showing on the local A circuit in hunter/jumpers. I also have an Etsy store where I sell printables and stationery to equestrians just like you and me! A typical day includes research and writing blog posts, brainstorming and creating new products, designing graphics and also planning social media content. Plus, I read a lot about the industry as a whole.

In this field of work, is it possible to be a full time professional and earning a liveable income?
I know several bloggers as well as Etsy store owners who do earn a full-time living! Currently, The Printable Pony is in its start-up phase.  While it’s growing quickly, it’s not quite profitable enough to provide a full-time income (horses are expensive!). One day, I hope it will though! And as I said above, a lot of the skills I use to run my business today I learned from my degree in Agricultural Communications and minor in Equine Science (which did get me a full-time job doing a lot of what I do now). So I definitely think it’s possible!

What are the general steps taken to be employed in such a role?
Persistence. Dedication. Creativity. Don’t give up because it’s tough and don’t let failure stop you from continuing to innovate!

Favourite horse memory?
The day I bought my very first horse — he was a 16th birthday gift from my parents and ensured that my love of horses didn’t fade throughout high school, college and beyond. He taught me so many life lessons.  My time with my first horse, Visa, turned me into the person I am today!

Future goals?
Keep trying new things to make The Printable Pony a fun, creative space for me, as well as my fellow equestrians. And to enjoy the journey, both in and out of the saddle!

Best thing about your sport/profession?
The amazing people you meet — so many equestrians are hardworking, intelligent and generous. I am so blessed to be among such talented and driven men and women every day!!

Filed Under: Business, Career, Profile On

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