Explore Your Autumn 2013 IH Magazine!

What’s Inside?

• Kelly Marks shares her heartfelt farewell to Harry and Corky’s One Day Event prep
• Liz Falkingham explores why loading goes wrong—and how to fix it
• Big Interview with top showing producer Simon Charlesworth on setbacks, success, and Pearly King
• IHRA Sue Palmer on spotting pain in your horse before it affects behaviour
• Members share eco-savvy tips on saving money and the planet at the yard
• Real-life stories from members on confidence, training breakthroughs, and special horse bonds
• Hands-on training guidance: getting your horse to stand still for mounting
• Learn how RDA horses are trained and selected
• A spotlight on the inspiring IHRA Garry Bosworth and other success stories

Why You’ll Love This Issue

This edition is all about transitions—seasonal ones, but also personal ones with our horses. Kelly’s own update, from saying goodbye to Harry to helping Corky through his first event, speaks to the emotional journeys we all face as horse owners. If you’re tackling loading troubles, there’s loads of insight from real owners and IHRAs that show how to get to the root of the issue with kindness. You’ll find solid training tips to help you in the saddle and on the ground, including how to teach your horse to stand for mounting—safely and reliably. And if you need a bit of inspiration, Simon Charlesworth’s interview is an emotional read about trust, transformation, and triumph. It’s a reminder that the IH approach can truly make a difference—whether you’re competing at HOYS or just enjoying a quiet hack.

Complete Contents with Article Descriptions

4 – Kelly Marks: My World – Pastures New
A personal and heartfelt update from Kelly as she reflects on injury, change, and finding the perfect home for Harry. Plus, an uplifting look at Corky’s cross-country training progress.

6 – Letters & Feedback
Real stories from members about transformation, resilience, and how IH courses changed their relationships with their horses.

7 – IH Out & About
Updates from IHRAs across the UK and Ireland, and a look at inspiring horse-human journeys, including Corky’s eventing challenge and Strider’s epic charity ride.

8 – Members’ Pictures
A joyful celebration of IH members’ photos and achievements—from first shows to big wins and quiet moments of bonding.

9 – Meet a Member
Charlie Avent shares how IH and Join-Up helped him not just with his horse, but also with life challenges. A moving testimony to the power of horses.

10 – Travelling & Loading: Why Problems Arise
Liz Falkingham investigates common causes of loading issues and shares expert insight and case studies to help horses load with confidence.

12 – The Big Interview: Simon Charlesworth
An inspiring story of how one of the UK’s top producers turned things around for Pearly King—with a little help from Monty and Kelly. Honest, raw, and uplifting.

15 – Pain-Proof Your Horse
IHRA and vet physio Sue Palmer shows how to spot the early signs of pain and discomfort—before it shows up in behaviour or performance.

16 – Lean & Green: Saving Money & the Environment
Practical advice on how to be eco-friendly and cost-conscious around the yard—from DIY jump fillers to feeding for less waste.

18 – Top Tips for Tack and Yard Security
Members share tried-and-tested tips on keeping your tack, horseboxes and property safe from thieves—plus handy tech recommendations.

19 – Teaching a Horse to Stand Still to Mount Perfectly
A detailed, kind and methodical step-by-step guide to fixing one of the most common and potentially risky issues—using IH techniques that really work.

21 – Making Schooling Fun and Effective
Creative and enjoyable exercises to improve communication and connection in the school or arena.

25 – Creating a Mean and Miserable Horse
A cautionary piece on how training pressure and misunderstanding can build resentment—what to avoid and how to reset.

31 – Learn & Win with IH
Your chance to grow your skills and win prizes with Intelligent Horsemanship.

32 – IH Success Story
How IH helped turn a challenging horse into a happy, responsive partner.

33 – The Horse I Would Clone...
Heartfelt tributes to those once-in-a-lifetime horses from our IH community.

34 – Preparing Horses for RDA Work
A behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to select and train horses for the Riding for the Disabled Association.

36 – IH Kids: How IH Helped Ellen
Young rider Ellen shares how IH boosted her confidence and made riding fun again.

37 – Shy Lowen Fun Day
Photos from a brilliant day of community spirit and pony fun at the Shy Lowen Sanctuary.

38 – From the Case Files
Real-life behavioural puzzles and IH-based solutions from our Recommended Associates.

40 – Where Are They Now?
Follow-up updates on horses rehomed through IH and how they’re thriving in new lives.

41 – IHRA Client Feedback
Straight from the field—members share how IHRA support has changed their horses’ behaviour and confidence.

42 – Spotlight on RA Garry Bosworth
Get to know one of our standout Recommended Associates and how he helps horses and owners build trust.

43 – Intelligent Horsemanship Courses
Details on upcoming IH courses and how to get involved.

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loading, travelling, groundwork, pain, saddle fitting, mounting, schooling, ridding exercises, behaviour, confidence, RDA, showing, cross country, horse psychology, fireworks, dually halter, acceptance training