May Round Up (& a few thank you's!)

When I wrote my April round up blog, I'd really felt as though getting back onboard by the end of May was a reality. It wasn't, & here I am, seven weeks down the line with a wound still on my thigh. On one hand, it's felt like forever, and on the other, it seems only a short time ago, and in the greater picture of what happened, I've still been fairly lucky.

So, in a nutshell, there's not been too much going on over the last May for us, but here's a few updates from us, including a new addition to the team!!

First up, a few thank you's to all those that have been helping with Louie.

Riders Minds Launch Online Mental Health Support

Mental Health Awareness Week, 18-24 May 2020, sees the launch of Riders Minds, a bespoke, comprehensive, online resource dedicated to supporting and improving the mental health of horse riders, across all levels.

Founded by 5* event rider Matthew Wright and his wife Victoria, Matthew has openly shared his own mental ill health struggles.

The Inspiration Behind The Latest Equestrian App, EquiNation

I recently published a blog showcasing the best horse apps that I believed every equestrian needed. There are five in the list, but that list will soon expand to six as the equestrian world will see the launch of EquiNation, developed to connect horse riders & owners with equestrian professionals locally & globally. The app is due to launch on 1st June 2020, but I've been chatting to the lady who's taken her own frustrations to create the inspiration to bring this app to life, Amna Ahli.

So, I'll hand over to Amna to introduce herself and tell you more about EquiNation in her own words!