The adventures of Phoebus

The adventures of Phoebus The chronicles of the many adventures of the grey Standardbred gelding Phoebus (a.k.a Foo).

Just hanging out with his mate Keldan. In-between showers.
23/12/2025

Just hanging out with his mate Keldan. In-between showers.

I don't get the impression that ponying others is his most favourite pastime, but Phoebus does a fantastic job. Pushy co...
08/12/2025

I don't get the impression that ponying others is his most favourite pastime, but Phoebus does a fantastic job.

Pushy colts, lazy customers, timid folks, small ones, tall ones and even long-eared folks, he takes it all in his stride. Possibly his most favourite part is when someone is pushy, and he is allowed to monster them. He is very good at using his shoulder to push others and put them in the right position. But he is the poster child of chill and supportive when required. So he is worth his way in gold in helping me educate young/green horses (and donkeys :-) ).

We had the annual King's Horses Mounted Combat Gathering at Narrawin Stud last weekend. It was the usual fun two-day eve...
30/11/2025

We had the annual King's Horses Mounted Combat Gathering at Narrawin Stud last weekend. It was the usual fun two-day event with friends, where we play with weapons and horses and everyone learns new things and gets a chance to practice on foot and on horseback. As usual, we also had a session with "foot troops", which is beneficial to all the horses.

Several people had the opportunity to ride Phoebus, from a couple of novices to experienced people. He is one of those rare horses that will be a safe horse for beginners as well as being great fun for someone who can explore his more "fun" skills.

I didn't take any pictures, I was too busy. Here is a photo of our event T-shirt and one of the group, taken by Katherine. I'm already looking forward to next year's KHMCG!

We had a little adventure of a different sort last week, when Phoebus' talents were required on a film set. More on that...
30/11/2025

We had a little adventure of a different sort last week, when Phoebus' talents were required on a film set. More on that when the film is released next year :-) And yes, he handled it like a pro.

Here are some pictures I took at the beautiful locations, including when I had a couple of brief chances to ride him.

Remembrance Day - Service at Ballan with the Ballan Light Horse Troop.
11/11/2025

Remembrance Day - Service at Ballan with the Ballan Light Horse Troop.

Oh look, a pesade...Thanks to Cherilyn for finally catching us in action :-)
30/08/2025

Oh look, a pesade...

Thanks to Cherilyn for finally catching us in action :-)

It was a grey sort of a day....Thanks to Melanie for the picture.
13/07/2025

It was a grey sort of a day....

Thanks to Melanie for the picture.

Ready for a little evening session. What shall we play with tonight?
29/05/2025

Ready for a little evening session. What shall we play with tonight?

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