Two Trips and a Drag

Hosts chat with Haley Zimmerman about Lawton Stables on Hilton Head — its holiday traditions, trail and carriage rides, the lively petting zoo and the care that keeps visitors coming back.They share memories from college days, barn stories, local shows and why the farm is a beloved holiday destination for families and riders alike.

In this 300th episode they cover Thanksgiving plans, podcast updates, and a deep dive into the recent EHV-1 outbreak — sharing first-hand experience from a Finley outbreak, critical biosecurity tips (daily temperatures, true quarantine, and hose/bucket hygiene), and the role of social media in spreading awareness.They also touch on barn life hacks like theraplate therapy, holiday party and gift ideas for trainers, equipment care, USEF rule changes, and nostalgic early-morning horse show moments.

Episode 12 of Two Trips and a Drag celebrates milestones with hosts Trena and Sam and guest Leah Smaller. They discuss the Blessing of the Hounds, hunting attire and helmets, and hilarious foxhunting memories from Ireland.
The conversation also covers Finley college days and alumni connections, showing at WEC and local derbies, working with young and sale horses, and barn life topics like phone use and social media. They touch on new equitation rules (two-point test) and share anecdotes from the show circuit.

Three longtime friends chat about horse shows, old barn stories, trials and sales, a hot-mic judge controversy, and proud parent moments from the sidelines.They swap funny memories from Pony Finals and WEC, discuss horse trials and trials-to-buy, share hiring misadventures, and celebrate small victories on and off the farm.

Episode 10 features hosts Trena and Sam in conversation with Katie Armstrong of Hunter's Ridge about training young horses. They discuss groundwork, backing, trailer-loading techniques, and the importance of starting horses correctly from weanling through two-year-old school to build safe, confident mounts.
The episode also covers common industry gaps, problem-horse rehabilitation, pricing and programs for yearling and two-year-old schooling, and practical tips for owners and riders to improve horse handling and rider safety.

Hosts Trena and Sam celebrate Halloween with a lively recap of a horse show costume parade — from Maleficent horns and disco saddle pads to a pony that rolled, farted and stole the spotlight.
They dive into industry debates including mane-pulling and controversial drug-testing methods, rising federation costs, trainer certification, and the need to preserve grassroots/local shows.
Practical takeaways focus on horse welfare, venue choices, and simple routines to keep horses healthy and happy on the road.

Hosts catch up after a big weekend at the shows, discussing dramatic jump-offs, the growing cost of horse showing, and heated debates over proposed drug-rule enforcement.They also cover fox hunting traditions, barn economics, and why listeners should read and comment on rule changes that could affect the sport.

Join Trena and Sam as they chat live with horse professionals Matt Martin and Camille Maynard while the guests are on the road hauling horses to Aiken. The episode covers lead-line triumphs, show prep, barn breeding updates, hunter and jumper insights, favorite show grounds and meals, and a lot of horse show stories and humor.
Listen in for behind-the-scenes tales, Halloween costume talk, and a warm look at how trainers, clients, and young riders prepare and bond with their horses.

Hosts Trena and Sam chat with guest Elizabeth (EB) Blaisdell about her recent reinstatement to amateur status, the highs and lows of judging, and debates over scoring, lead changes, and hunter standards at rated and local shows.
The episode mixes practical judging tips and rule discussions with lighthearted anecdotes — from truck troubles and hotel dog smuggling to a surprise kratom incident — and finishes with nostalgic stories about memorable horses and show life.

Hosts Trena and Sam welcome Ashley Bailey of Anchor Way Farm to recap the Gladstone Equitation Finals and the inaugural Adult Amateur Hunter Championships — the "Three-Foot Olympics" — covering course design, swag, and insider show-day stories.
They also share fox-hunting tales, setup rituals, superstitions like lucky boots and the sisterhood of the traveling bracelet, and the camaraderie that keeps trainers and riders going through the highs and lows of horse-show life.