Welcome to the Show! Welcome to the horse show! In this portfolio you will find all kinds of showing events‚ from trail to western pleasure‚ there is something inside for everyone. Similar to the different show events‚ because of the specific requirements for each essay‚ there are several differences within the writings. Also‚ each focuses a little differently on a specific aspect of writing abilities. Closely related to a horse show‚ this portfolio can make you stop and appreciate every aspect
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The first Saturday every May‚ for at least a few minutes‚ a large majority of the American general public are captivated by a horse race that takes place in Louisville‚ Ky. The iconic race at Churchill Downs‚ known as the Kentucky Derby‚ needs no introduction. The most electric two minutes in sports has become‚ along with Opening Day and the Masters‚ one of the most sacred and anticipated sporting events in the Spring season. The 143rd Run for the Roses was no different. Anticipation was through
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We all know that one guy who knows a ton about horses‚ the guy who completely understands horses‚ Billy Buck is that kind of person. The novel‚ The Red Pony‚ written by John Steinbeck portrays this character. In the novel‚ a family‚ the Tiflins‚ own a ranch. Billy Buck is their ranch hand. Billy is built small‚ strong‚ and friendly. Billy Buck is very smart when it comes to horses‚ in fact‚ he seems to know every little thing about them. Firstly‚ in the beginning of the novel it states Billy
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If you have never enjoyed the spectacle of American horse racing‚ the question is‚ "What are you waiting for?" American horse racing has been a favorite sport and gaming past time for over 120 years. Once thought of as the "Sport of Kings‚" race tracks around the nation now cater to the family with a wide variety of entertainment‚ food and excitement. Types of Horse Racing There are three primary types of horse racing in America. They include Thoroughbred - This is the most popular type of racing
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Everybody has a home‚ a place where they feel most comfortable. Frank Hopkins‚ a long distance horse rider‚ finds his home after he goes to the other side of the world to compete in The Great Race. Hopkins and Hidalgo go through several challenges over the course of the race that change who Frank Hopkins is as a person. When he returns from competing in The Great Race‚ he uses the money he wins to do good in the world. Frank Hopkins follows a path similar to one of a Greek God or hero quest‚
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Ladies with big hats and gentleman with sport coats and ties gather around to drink champagne and watch the races. It’s a classy way to spend the afternoon. What seems like a enjoyable day at the races is actually one big facade. The horse racing life is filled with competition‚ hard work‚ and of course lies. Horse racing is one big business‚ a business that runs on pushing the limits to win the big bucks. Here horses are over worked‚ drugged and given performance enhancing devices to give them
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Since I was a girl I have had an innate passion for horses. They are truly my escape from anything and everything crazy that life throws at me. When I ride my horse I feel the closest to invincible that I will ever be. It is one of the most freeing feelings in the world and I can’t imagine my life without it. I have competed at several horse shows with classes that include jumping and flatwork. Although competing is fun‚ I would much rather be galloping across a field at sunset than being judged
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My Cultural Identity My cultural identity is being born and raised on a race track with horses while working with horses and raising them with my family.With that when I turn 16 I’ll be able to ride for my family‚ which I don’t want to do because there is a huge risk that I can be injured or even killed. All exciting stuff but not for me. I’m the type of person that enjoys doing the activity/sport instead of watching it.Most of the time at the track is sitting waiting for races and feeding the horses
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• Overall sense of wellbeing: Horseback riding is a great combination of cardiovascular and muscle-strengthening exercise. As we have discussed in previous articles‚ regular exercise imparts various psychological benefits. • Increased self-confidence: The idea of being able to control an animal much larger than ourselves improves our self-confidence. Adding a new skill to our repertoire also increases our sense of self worth. • Decreased stress: When you engage in horseback riding‚ you need to
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Saddling a horse Saddling a horse is fairly easy‚ but very serious. If a horse is improperly saddled‚ it can be dangerous for both the horse and the rider. Improperly saddling a horse can result in gum bleeding‚ leading to infections and‚ many other series of problems. The horse could seriously injure itself‚ the rider or anyone around. There’s nothing better than a Sunday afternoon ride down the H. Cooper Black Trail with the sun in your face‚ the wind in your hair‚ mounted atop a companionable
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