Gamilah Unbridled

12/04/2025

We are so excited to share these announcements…here’s to 2026! ❤️

It’s been an incredible first two years at YELO, and we’ve been working hard to make the organization the best that it can be by listening to YOUR feedback. That’s why have two very exciting announcements to share…

We are absolutely thrilled to officially announce the launch of the Equine Liberty Organization (ELO)!

For all current YELO members, absolutely nothing changes. We will still have our youth awards and competitions. YELO will now be a chapter of ELO.

What are the biggest changes? ELO is for people of all ages, not just youth AND professionals are now eligible to participate and compete.

At ELO, our mission is to build the most supportive and vibrant community for those who share a passion for horses and the magic of liberty horsemanship. We believe that finding your herd and growing your skills should be both fun and supportive.

How ELO Will Serve You:
Our organization is designed to help you level up your partnership and find your connection through three key avenues:

• 🏆 Competition: Participate in exciting online and in-person shows focused on celebrating progress at every level.
• 🎓 High-Quality Education: Access top-tier videos and unique opportunities designed to grow your liberty & bridleless skills.
• 🤝 Vibrant Community: Connect, share, and chat with peers from around the world in our supportive online forums. Connect with your local community through our ELO Academies!

To kick off this new chapter, we are inviting you to witness and participate in the future of equine sport…

ELO Liberty & Bridleless Nationals at Tryon International

Join us for our inaugural national show at the prestigious Tryon International Equestrian Center in Mill Spring, NC. See liberty and bridleless work merge seamlessly with traditional disciplines like reining, dressage, jumping, artistic freestyles, & more.

• When: October 30th – November 1st, 2026 (Three full days of action!)
• Where: Tryon International Equestrian Center
• What: Liberty & bridleless competition, educational demonstrations throughout the weekend, and an unforgettable evening show.
• Who: Youth, amateurs, and professionals of all levels are welcome to compete with their equine partners!

Learn more about ELO and the upcoming National Show on our website: ➡️ www.eloliberty.com

Additional show details and sign-up information will be available soon. Make sure to subscribe today via our w
ebsite to receive all event updates as they become available!

12/03/2025

All our Texan horses experienced their first Maine snowstorm yesterday! As you can tell it really stressed them out…🤪

We looked out to find the girls enjoying a nice mid afternoon nap in the snow. ❤️

11/29/2025

Happy Saturday! As the chilly winter weather closes in and our schedule slows down for a couple of months, we've decided to offer a couple of virtual lesson days.

Check out the dates and details at the links below.

December 13th: https://yelo.wufoo.com/forms/r1dv7o590wisqx9/

January 17th: https://yelo.wufoo.com/forms/r1935g950k5vaf1/

11/27/2025

We believe true thankfulness requires embracing the entirety of life's journey—the joy, the loss, and the continuous lessons found in between.

The past year was uniquely transformative, marked by the immense happiness of welcoming our two children Shea and Elouise, balanced by the heartbreaking loss of our two precious partners Gamilah and Leo.

Experiencing both highs and lows has truly highlighted how important it is to be thankful for everything in our lives.

We are grateful for our family (both people and 4 legged) and for the ability to pursue the things we love.

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone ❤️

Jennifer Bechard Photography

11/25/2025

We had a great time at Chelsea Canedy Horsemanship and Performance at Unexpected Farm this past weekend, being apart of their Liberty Performance night!

Super proud of the horses for going out and performing just like the would at home, even in a new environment that had a more claustrophobic feel. It can be a tough transition for horses to go from being confident at liberty at home, to being comfortable in a new environment with a crowd, so having these opportunities for them is both challenging and important for their development.

We were able to stay and watch the other performers as well and they had us smiling and laughing the whole night, fantastic job everyone!

May we continue to promote liberty to the community, as all horses and humans deserve to experience this magic. ❤️

So glad Jennifer Bechard Photography could come out and capture some awesome shots. 🙌

11/20/2025

Having some fun with the team as we prepare for a evening show this weekend at Unexpected Farm! Looking forward to seeing you all out there and cheering on the other performers. 😊

11/18/2025

I’m beyond excited to introduce a new partner into my life, a coming two-year-old black PRE/Andalusian c**t who is quite literally my DREAM horse.

Huge thanks to Nicolas Diaz for breeding & raising him and trusting us with him. He’ll be loved endlessly. 🙏

He stepped off the trailer today and I immediately knew he was everything I was hoping for and more. It doesn’t feel real yet that he’s my new partner.

He came home, stretched his legs in the arena, checked the place out with a playful, quiet confidence, and trotted over to offer to play at liberty when I walked in.

Ever since I first started riding as a kid, trainers would often tell me I needed a bigger bit, spurs, or more tools if I wanted to accomplish anything high-level with my horse. That feeling turned into the work we do now, showing the power of liberty and bridleless, especially with rescues.

But still, I had a question, a goal, for myself: how far can we go bridleless? Could I take a horse from un-started to doing the highest levels of dressage without ever using a bridle?

Well, with this guy, and his pedigree full of top-tier athletes, I can truly dive into that goal.

He may not be a rescue or a mare, but with this goal, we’ll certainly gain our misfit status in the dressage world.

Not in my wildest dreams did I imagine I would be able to own a horse of this caliber at this point in my life. I’m beyond thankful for Patrick for not only supporting me but making it his mission to make it happen.❤️

We joked that this journey has become my own personal quest—my own personal vendetta—against the old-school expectations of myself and the horse industry, if you will.

I’m proud to introduce the barn name for Romano ND. Here’s to the start of the next chapter meet… VENDETTA. 🖤

11/14/2025

Friday’s Thought of the Week: Let's Talk About Envy

I want to chat with you about something I hear a lot, and frankly, something I’ve even felt myself: that little hint of envy.

“Did you see how amazing so-and-so looked in that Facebook post with her horse? She makes it look effortless; I could never do that.”

“Why does it feel like everyone else has it figured out? Like they never struggle? I feel like I'm wrestling with my horse 24/7.”

If those thoughts sound familiar, please know this: You are not alone.

The truth is, a lot of what we see—especially online—is a beautiful, curated highlight reel, not the full, messy, beautiful reality. That single perfect snapshot you see doesn't show the five attempts that failed, the tearful moments, or the sheer frustration that person felt just last week.

We all know life with horses is tough enough as it is. Wishing we were someone else, or wishing our journey looked identical to theirs, just adds an extra layer of difficulty we don't need.

Your story is perfect because it is yours. Your partnership with your horse is unique and special in a way no one else can replicate.

I've been truly lucky to work alongside some of the most gifted horsemen and women on this planet. And guess what? I have seen every single one of them struggle. There are good days and bad days, days that make you soar and days that bring you to tears, and everything in between. That’s the reality for all of us.

So, the next time that little whisper of envy creeps in, please take a deep breath and remind yourself of this: Your life is yours alone, and you are exactly where you need to be.

Focus on your journey, celebrate your small wins, and remember that what truly matters is the bond you are building, not the picture-perfect moment someone else posts online.

It’s the journey that is special, and your reality is enough.

Jennifer Bechard Photography

11/12/2025

Last week our headstone for Gami and Leo arrived, marking both closure and that their names will live on far longer than us.

Born just a month or so apart, leaving us just a week apart, 7 weeks after our girl and boy arrived. There are so many parts of their lives that seem intertwined on a level deeper than we can comprehend.

Now, they rest in peace next to each other, down in the field next to Leo’s favorite apple tree.

We may not be able to run our hands through their manes, or breathe their sweet scent, but we can still come visit them, and there is some peace in that.

The hole they left will never be filled, but their legacy will live on in the beautiful memories we have and the drive we have to continue our work in their honor.

Rest in peace, Gami & Leo. We love you more than words. 🖤

10/28/2025

Come along with me as Floki, Triscuit and I play with something new!

Floki may be the only one learning to pull a cart, but he’s not the only one learning to drive.

They were a little unsure of this positioning at first, and I loved that their reaction was to keep checking in with me. As the kept walking you could see them start to gain some confidence and cadence. Pretty sure Floki was up there letting Triscuit know how it’s done 😜