Introduction to Camping with Horses

Camping with horses can be a great way to enjoy the outdoors.

Horses and horsemen are central to any study of 19th-century Western American history. Due to the vastness of the American West, horses truly were the key that transformed people’s ability to live here. Whether those people traced their ancestry to Northern Europe, Spain, or were Native to the Americas, the horse was essential to their way of life. All of those people used the horse in their own way, and all developed ways to live with horses in the outdoors. Although it took a special set of skills, knowledge, and at times some special tack, the effort opened up a whole new world for those people.

Some things never change. Although the world has changed dramatically since the 19th century, horses still offer the same advantages they always have. They are strong, fast, have endurance, and can be good companions. All the attributes can take us on bigger and longer adventures. Adding these animals to the camping mix can also add some richness and depth to the experience as well. Although horses come with some challenges, they can also bring plenty of benefits.

This blog will be a place we’ll share information on camping with horses. At times the information will be about the horses themselves, and at others, it will be about living in the outdoors. Whatever you are looking for to have a better experience camping with your horses, hopefully, you’ll find the information helpful.