Young Rider

Young Rider is the only magazine of its kind especially for horse crazy tweens and teens. It delivers a fun-filled mix of English and western riding instruction, horse care tips, and stories about real-life young riders, plus horse breeds, DIY crafts, contests, and beautiful double-sided posters.

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Young Rider

DEAR YR • NEURODIVERSITY IN THE SADDLE

ART GALLERY

MAGICAL SUCCULENTS • Add some whimsical equine flair to your desk with these unicorn flower pots.

Jumpstart Your Future • We’ve assembled a list of great colleges for equestrians to get your planning started.

Fall Bucket List • YouTube star This Esme offers her top 10 to-do list for horsey kids.

notes from Fergus

Show Venue Operations • If you love planning and meeting challenges, working as an equestrian show operator may be the career for you!

A BOY WHO FOX HUNTS • Ben Van de Ven discovered his love of the sport as an 8-year-old pony rider.

COOLING OUT • Follow these important post-ride care tips.

HUNTER HABITS • Learn what both horse and rider need to know in order to shine in the hunter show ring.

DRAWN TO SUCCESS • Make the most of your next draw horse ride with these tips from winning high school and college competitors.

COUNT ME IN • You don’t need to show to earn recognition. These breed associations offer awards for logging time spent with your horse!

HORSE Adoption • Adoption can be a great option for youth riders looking for their heart horse.

Be a Helping Hand • Learn how to be a helpful handler for your veterinarian and farrier.

THE APPALOOSA • This unique breed is great for youth in any sport and is sure to get you spotted in a crowd.

FULL SWEEPSTAKES & CONTEST RULES

ME+MY HORSE