West Branch Horse Farm

How Do Horses Have Fun?

If you've ever watched a herd of horses, you've likely seen a few of the herd members kicking it up and having fun. Some horses are more...

Aureliano Equestrian: Learn the Fine Art of Horse Riding in a One-On-One Setting

Aureliano Equestrian owner Jill Aureliano has been teaching and training since 1990.

Five ways to boost your fitness for horse riding

Five ways to become a fitter, better balanced and more effective horse rider, with advice from performance coach, Jon Pitts. 

Is Your Horse A Senior?

How do you really know when to start caring for your horse as a senior? Is it all about their age, or is there more to the equation? Sure, Blaze’s namesake may be looking a little greyer lately and he just celebrated his second decade, but he is still kicking—you don’t think he is old. Our handy chart helps you determine your horse’s status and Dr. Mary Rose Paradis, DVM,...

The Top Ten Benefits of Taking up Horse Riding

Whether you are adult or child, if you get the chance of taking up horse riding, there are so many benefits for your health and wellbeing. Find out more about those many benefits...

The Top 10 Beginner Horse Riding Mistakes

There is a lot to remember when you first start learning to ride a horse. These are common beginning horse riding mistakes and how to avoid them.

Are There Toxic Trees on Your Horse Farm?

There are common trees in North America that can harm your equine friends. Check your property to be sure your horses don't have access to these toxic trees.

Unusual and cruel? Police pull over pickup with horse riding in the bed

Learning Horse Riding Could Boost Mental Skills in Kids

– food.ndtv.com According to a new study by Tokyo University in Japan, horse riding may help improve mental skills in kids. Mental or cognitive skills are very important for a kid’s growth and development to help him become a successful individual in the future. Cognitive skills include enhanced learning, memory and problem-solving abilities, among others.Read the full article

Five Things: Benefits from Horse Riding

By Madelaina, age 11 Throughout the world horses play a big role, and not only for efficiency of transport or work. But they provide very beneficial education for children from the young age of three. Even grown-ups are only too welcome to experience a carefree hour or two on horseback, whether it is learning new …

Horse farm retreat helping people build trust

Money Minute: Repair or Buy New Farm Equipment?

The question of repair vs. trading in for new farm equipment isn’t one that’s easily answered. Ag operations need to take many factors into consideration.

8 Things Farm Equipment Can Teach You About Yourself

Fastline loves farm equipment – not just because we make it easy to find your next piece of equipment, but also because of how much it can teach you about yourself. Check out the 8 Things far…

Horse-riding safety device brings new meaning to the term "tail light"

It may look like a bit of disco bling for the equestrian set, but the Tail Lights Rider Safety System has a very serious purpose.

Farmers ask: Should they be able to repair their own tractor or farm equipment?

Many farmers are frustrated that they either have to hold on to older equipment that they can repair themselves to save money or buy newer equipment that has much higher repair costs and restrictions by companies.

Use Caution When Considering Farm Equipment Leases

Many factors in the current agricultural economy are leading producers to consider a lease arrangement of new capital purchases instead of an outright purchase.

Some farm equipment is a source of toxic chemicals in dairy, study finds

A new report by the Coalition for Safer Food Processing & Packaging has both bad news and good news for lovers of dairy products.

Horse Training Or Horse Abuse?

Picture this: A 3 year old stallion with a halter that is hooked to a chain, standing tied in a small enclosure.

5 Step Metal Barn Construction In 3 Days For Farm Equipment

Watch a timelapse of the three day process to build a large barn for farm equipment with a custom-built endwall.

Trading Up Farm Equipment? Be Careful of Painful Tax Surprises

The pressure to lease equipment is exposing many farmers to credit misunderstandings and unexpected tax bills