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TRAV Horse of the Year- Chance

March 4, 2026 by Stephanie Varson

Horse’s Name: Chance Center: Bridle Paths Story of their journey Chance is a 24-year-old chestnut Belgian Warmblood gelding who was imported from Europe at age 6 to compete as an “A” show hunter, including with former U.S. Olympic show jumper Reed Kessler. He joined the Bridle Paths team in 2014 after a long and varied …

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Newly Certified PATH Instructor, Brandon Harrison, thanks TRAV for its support

October 24, 2025 by Stephanie Varson

“Thank you so much for providing me the opportunity to pursue the PATH CTRI, both financially and with your unwavering support. Obtaining the CTRI, helps me serve a community of people who are deserving of the privileges most of us who work with horses have. Not only that, but also allowing me to teach the knowledge …

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New Memorial Fund

April 3, 2021 by laura

New Memorial Fund

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PATH Optimal Terminology Consensus

December 7, 2020 by laura

Read about the new baseline terms and definitions for dissemination and education throughout the field.

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Jim Brady and Therapeutic Riding

August 19, 2014 by TechnoMe

Despite the gunshot wound and traumatic head injury he received while serving as President Reagan’s press secretary, James “Bear” Brady was actively involved with therapeutic riding. He discovered that the movement of the horse helped him walk better and increased his endurance, allowing him to participate in various activities and honor many of the public …

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TRAV Board President Jenny Spain Interviewed on Equine Therapy Podcast

December 8, 2013 by laura

   

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