August 2026
Welcome to Saddle Up Magazine — your monthly source for all things equestrian! For more than 26 years, we’ve been connecting horse lovers with inspiring stories, breed features, horse health, training tips, event coverage, tack trends, and equine lifestyle content.
Each issue features original photography and custom graphic design, celebrating the people, horses, and communities that make the equestrian world so special.
Pick up a free print copy at tack shops, feed stores, show grounds, and veterinary clinics across Western Canada and select Eastern locations, or read every issue online for free. Better yet, subscribe and have Saddle Up delivered right to your door!
The August issue is here! Packed with great reads, this month’s issue features course management with Alex Grayton, roping tips from Cody Braaten, an exploration of modern-day medieval knights with Laureen James, DIY fly spray recipes, cross-training tips, and so much more.
We’re also excited to feature Rocking Heart Ranch on our cover! Be sure to check out their horses and ranch, along with their website and contact information on page five. Happy reading and riding!
Current Issue
Hitching Up with GMC
GMC has been part of Western Canada’s horse community for decades. These trucks are built…
She Holds Up the Stars
The horse is deeply connected to the land—it moves with it, responds to it, and…
Horse Worthy Book Reviews
Introducing some of our contributing writers published works; we hope you check them out, and…
White Table Event
The Vernon District Riding Club recently hosted a successful White Table Event, blending elegance and…
Stoking The Fire
Just as we enjoy turning up our thermostat or gathering around the fireplace to keep…
Pretty But Toxic
“Hoary alyssum is so invasive and toxic to livestock that it’s landed on the BC Provincial…
Upcoming Events
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Editor's Choice
Preparation Is Key To Success In The Dressage Ring
Interviews with professional dressage coaches and judges; Kim Cox, Ida Norris, Ingrid Schulz.
Between the Bull and the Rider
I followed in my father’s footsteps and started riding bulls at the Johansen bull riding…
Elite Horsemanship Summit
New this year Horse Expo Canada’s Elite Horsemanship Summit, come join us!
Hitching Up with GMC
GMC has been part of Western Canada’s horse community for decades. These trucks are built…
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