HI Spy: What is Your Favorite Thing about Winter

Think positive! What do you like about this oft dreaded time of year?

23-Sep-10

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Horse owners and riders don't typically look forward to winter. For most of the United States, winter is inhospitable to riding and working in the barn.

But enough negativity! Even if you don't have a heated indoor arena or a ticket to the winter show circuit in Florida, surely there's something you look forward to in winter. Your horse looks cute when his fuzzy winter coat grows in. The trails are peaceful and free of flies. When the ground is frozen, your horse can't get himself caked in mud every day. You just bought a new, bright pink blanket and you can't wait to see how it looks on your horse against a snowy backdrop. Or maybe you just enjoy spending a long, chilly morning working at the barn followed by a cozy afternoon with a cup of hot chocolate and the latest issue of Horse Illustrated.

Let's think positive this year. As you pack away your show clothes, fly spray and lightweight riding clothes, what are you looking forward to this winter? Share your response by clicking "Submit a Comment" below. Some of the best responses may appear in a future issue of Horse Illustrated.

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Katelyn    Lebanon, PA 7/10/2012 2:01:19 PM Riding bareback in the snow!!!! Amazing no better feeling in the world. Kylie    Barre, MA 12/4/2011 3:32:17 PM My favorite part of winter is not getting hot and sweaty while riding also my horse can go longer because she doesn't get sweaty and overheated. Also I like riding in the indoor ring better! Phoebe    Springport, MI 11/25/2011 10:24:32 AM No bugs!! It't gorgeous outside and to see all those amazing horses runnin' outside through all that snow is just awesome! I love the horses' winter coats! Makes them all fuzzy and cute! Ashley    Powassan, ON 11/14/2011 6:44:54 AM My favourite thing about winter is riding through trails with snow covered branches creating canopys above. Taking photos in the winter always creates a picturesque background, and it brings the spirits and fun out of even our older horse friends.