Explore Your Winter 2016 IH Magazine!

What’s Inside?

• Kelly Marks reflects on a transformative “Year of Growth” with insights from demos and afternoon teas with Monty
• An exclusive feature on “Not On My Yard” – the powerful anti-bullying campaign sweeping the equestrian world
• Groundbreaking scientific validation of Join-Up® as a low-stress, welfare-conscious training method
• Monty Roberts’ Living Legend Tour Highlights – from trust-building with troubled ponies to fear-free loading success stories
• Member-favourite: Step-by-step guide to fear-free clipping by Kelly Marks & Sarah Weston
• Practical training features on teaching leg aids, groundwork, massage, and young horse development
• Heartfelt member stories, rescue journeys, and barefoot success from across the IH community
• A moving guide to caring for veteran horses, from feeding to knowing when to say goodbye
• The £750 Christmas Competition and joyful photo spreads of members with their beloved horses

Why You’ll Love This Issue

This issue arrives with a comforting blend of practical advice and heartfelt community spirit—just the thing for those darker winter days. Whether you’re clipping for the first time or wrestling with confidence issues, you’ll find gentle guidance and shared experiences throughout. The special interview on “Not On My Yard” really stands out—it’s powerful and needed. And for anyone with older horses, the veteran care feature offers both practical support and emotional reassurance. With training pieces that work hand-in-hoof with our principles and a splash of festive fun, this is an issue to wrap up with by the fire and revisit all season long.

Complete Contents with Article Descriptions

3 – My World: A Year of Growth
Kelly Marks shares how 2016 became her personal “Year of Growth”, from reconnecting with Pie to hosting afternoon teas with Monty and forging new friendships.

6 – Letters and Feedback
Wonderful messages from IH members, including reflections on confidence, research, and how IH changed lives with horses.

7 – In Other News…
Catch up on IHRA Sarah Weston’s inventive Bar Buffer, IH holidays with your horse, and even camels doing Join-Up®!

8 – Members’ Photos
A joyful selection of member-submitted photos, with a winning snap of laid-back farrier time and plenty of festive cheer.

9 – Meet a Member
Catherine Ryan from Cork shares her IH journey, rescue stories, and barefoot wisdom—plus her hopes to become Ireland’s third IHRA.

10 – A Scientific Endorsement of Join-Up®
New research confirms Join-Up® creates low physiological stress and supports equine welfare—important, reassuring science.

12 – Not On My Yard: Beating Bullies
A must-read feature on this anti-bullying campaign, exploring its roots, real stories from horse owners, and how we can all help stamp it out.

16 – Monty Roberts: The Living Legend 2016 Tour Highlights
Memorable demo moments including clipping phobias, challenging loaders, and the power of the Dually. Heartwarming transformations, all in front of live audiences.

19 – Linking Physical to Performance
Chartered physiotherapist Sue Palmer shares simple massage and assessment techniques to help your horse stay comfy and ride-ready.

20 – Bridget’s Enlightenment – A Quest for Knowledge
IHRA Bridget Colston reflects on her learning path and the rewards of staying open, curious and horse-centred in all she does.

21 – A Guide to Fear-Free Clipping
Sarah Weston and Kelly Marks provide a calm, methodical approach to clipping, including desensitisation tips, electric toothbrush hacks and managing ticklish types.

25 – Brain, Pain or Training?
An essential guide to uncovering the root of behavioural issues—seven insights to help you recognise pain, confusion or miscommunication.

26 – Teaching the Young Horse Leg Aids
Rosie Jones-McVey continues her thoughtful training series with a breakdown of how to develop understanding of leg cues.

28 – Working with Young Horses: Jo’s Motto for IH Success
Joanna Lowes shares her training motto and approach, including stories from working with the Whitaker family’s horses.

30 – Christmas Competition Quiz
Festive brain-teasers and your chance to win prizes worth £750!

31 – IH Christmas Shop
A round-up of great gift ideas for horse lovers—and maybe yourself!

33 – Veteran Horses: Looking After Our Golden Oldies
Practical tips and emotional insights on managing ageing horses, feeding well, and recognising when to let go with kindness.

36 – HOYS 2016 Highlights
All the action from the Horse of the Year Show, including fantastic performances and fun behind the scenes.

38 – From the Case Files: Working with the Eriskay Ponies
Fascinating fieldwork with hardy native ponies—an inside look at IH techniques used in the wild.

41 – IH Success Story
Another inspiring member journey—real life, real connection, and real progress.

42 – IHRA Client Feedback
Glowing comments from IHRA clients reflecting on their horses’ transformations and new-found confidence.

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