We Ride Sport and Trail Magazine July 2019 | Page 25

About the author: Julie Alonzo and her home-bred Andalusian mare CDC Memoria, currently compete at the Intermediate A level.

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The bond that I have created with my horse Whisper over these years is like nothing I've ever done. I'm even a pararider who rides with two whips to replace the cues my legs can't give. The riders, judges, volunteers and officials are always so welcoming (unlike many other disciplines I have ridden in over the years). Not only that, it is extremely affordable. You seriously just need to take a leap of faith and try it. DO NOT be intimidated!! Seriously everyone there will help and support you!”

If you find the challenge of improving your horsemanship and your partnership with your horse intriguing, and enjoy getting to know other supportive and positive horse people, I encourage you to give working equitation a try. You can find a calendar of WE events across North America on our website at WEUnited.us/Events. Come join in the fun!

Jessica Wisdom and Hemene prepare to return the pole to the barrel after spearing the ring

Photo by Diana Inch

Caroline Bolduc, from Canada riding Cheval Canadien Hemi Garou Phoby

Photo by Marie-Ève Côté