Track Talk : A Podcast on Horse Track Systems

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Track Talk, I am talking with Sophie from Integral Equine Nutrition for a really thought-provoking conversation around horse nutrition and management. Sophie brings a strong nutrition-first perspective and, interestingly, isn’t a big advocate of track systems, which made for a refreshing and important discussion. Are Tracks all they made out to be ?? This episode isn’t about proving one approach “right”, it’s more about opening up the conversation, challenging ideas, and learning from different perspectives in the horse world. This chat has reminded me to never stop questioning, observing and learning. Her Website is www.integralequine.com.au and you ca find her on Facebook and Instagram @integralequine. Some of the studies she refers to: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/j.1751-0813.2010.00564.x https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39510325/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39275860/ https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-026-35647-7 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1751731124001976 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6059734/ Support the show For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only) For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here: www.Trailblazinghorsecare.com Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet. I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here. And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

Send us Fan Mail *Apologies for my lisp, if this is your first time listening- it's not what I usually sound like 😆 (not that there is anything wrong with a lisp 😘) To fix up other sound issues this is how it came out I don't know why, I'm a Horse girl, no tech girl 😉 Kelly from 'one step closer paddock paradise' has come back on for a catch up And we chat Barefoot !!! Why should horses be barefoot ? Can every horse become barefoot ? and more ! I hope you enjoy Support the show For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only) For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here: www.Trailblazinghorsecare.com Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet. I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here. And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I chat to Amy Dell from Abbots view livery: Barefoot and Back to Nature. In this episode, we talk about: What led Amy to start her Track livery and write a book on tracks. We hear about her Track set up Lessons learned through lived experience with her horses You can connect with Amy here: www.barefootandbacktonature.com www.abbottsviewlivery.co.uk Support the show For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only) For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here: www.Trailblazinghorsecare.com Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet. I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here. And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

Send us Fan Mail How closely is a horse’s environment linked to training? In this episode, Louise (a trainer and hoof care provider) and I dive into how a horse’s living conditions directly influence behaviour, learning, and training outcomes. Through real-life stories and shared thought processes, we explore how movement, footing, social connection, and daily environment shape the horse long before any “training” even begins. This episode offers some powerful insights and gentle mindset shifts that may change how you view both training and horse care. To connect with louise on : facebook Instagram her website Support the show For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only) For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here: www.Trailblazinghorsecare.com Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet. I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here. And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Track Talk, I chat with Dickie Osborne, a professional arena builder with years of hands-on experience and specialised training in equestrian surface construction. Dickie shares his deep knowledge of what makes a great arena surface. We dive into footing composition, drainage, common mistakes and more. Here is where you can find him and his business: Facebook group Precision equestrian arenas facebook page website: https://precisionequestrianarenas.com Support the show For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only) For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here: www.Trailblazinghorsecare.com Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet. I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here. And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

Send us Fan Mail Wohoo my 30th episode is up! I thank you all for tuning in regularly, if you enjoy listening and are on the same journey as me - to better the life of horses all over the world, please share or rate this podcast. So it can reach more people and horses. We are chatting SURFACES ! This is the first of 2 episodes on my little surfaces series. Of course, I also had some general track questions for Danielle since she is a livery and I have not had many liveries on here yet. (But stay tuned for more to come ;-)) Please head to her facebook page and give her a like here : pensilva Track Livery I hope you enjoy Support the show For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only) For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here: www.Trailblazinghorsecare.com Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet. I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here. And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

Send us Fan Mail Today I’m answering a listener question I received by email — and of course, it sent me off on a hay tangent 😄 In this episode I chat about: Managing hay shortages How to keep the track running while you're on holidays Providing unlimited hay Please send in your question - either by messaging me through your podcasting app, on my socials or website. I hope you'll enjoy listening Support the show For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only) For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here: www.Trailblazinghorsecare.com Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet. I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here. And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I chat with Nikki, founder of GutzBusta Slow Feed Hay Nets. She shares how her business began, why slow feeding is so important for horse health, and how the right hay net can make a big difference in digestion, behaviour, and wellbeing. She's also a Hay farmer and Hoof trimmer and has a Bachelor of Applied Science in Equine Studies. Support the show For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only) For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here: www.Trailblazinghorsecare.com Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet. I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here. And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Simone Rank is interviewing me about my Track. Please note that this has been recorded at the beginning of the year. QLD events coming up : Cowgirls Gathering 3rd - 5th October 2025 Horse Expo 25 14th-16th November 2025 We are chatting about: -Introducing Horses on a Track -Surfacing -Grass free Tracks -Hay And much more ! I hope you enjoy! Support the show For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only) For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here: www.Trailblazinghorsecare.com Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet. I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here. And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

Send us Fan Mail Navicular Rehab – with Alicia Harlov Navicular isn’t always the end of the road. In this episode, I chat with hoof care practitioner Alicia Harlov about how track systems can help support navicular rehab. We talk movement, hoof health, environment, and what it really takes to give these horses a second chance. We cover: ✔ What navicular really means ✔ How tracks encourage healing movement ✔ Realistic rehab timelines and expectations If your horse has navicular — or you want to prevent it — this one’s for you. Support the show For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only) For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here: www.Trailblazinghorsecare.com Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet. I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here. And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

Send us Fan Mail Hay, Hay, Hay, Welcome to our chat all about you guessed it: Hay! We are no 'experts' just two passionate horse and Track lovers sharing our knowledge and experiences. I hope you will take great value from this episode, please share if you do. Support the show For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only) For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here: www.Trailblazinghorsecare.com Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet. I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here. And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

Send us Fan Mail Jill Willis is Jaime Jacksons business partner and a key figure in bringing Paddock Paradise concept to life. We chat all about the beginnings and her Paddock Paradise you can see in Jaimes book. For more information visit https://www.aanhcp.net/ https://jaimejackson.com/ https://www.isnhcp.net/ Support the show For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only) For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here: www.Trailblazinghorsecare.com Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet. I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here. And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

Send us Fan Mail This episode is sponsored by Happy Trackin' magazine subscribe here. This episode is all about winter on Track. Carolina is from Scandinavia, and I have chatted to her about her experiences of icy cold winters. Tune in to hear how she delas with frozen water and ground the darkness, snow and other challenges. Support the show For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only) For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here: www.Trailblazinghorsecare.com Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet. I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here. And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I’m truly honored to chat with Maddie and Alyson from PB Paddock Paradise Livery and the one and only Happy Trackin’ Magazine ! PB is a family-run, commercial track livery in the UK that specializes in rehabilitating horses from all walks of life and beyond. To learn more about them, find them on: • Facebook • Instagram •their Website : www.pb-paddockparadiselivery.com • Happy Trackin’ Magazine Thank you so much for tuning in! Support the show For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only) For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here: www.Trailblazinghorsecare.com Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet. I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here. And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

Send us Fan Mail This Episode I'm talking to Debora she is a Paddock Paradise designer from Brazil. I gain an insight on what goes into a high standard designed Paddock Paradise - Impressive! Her website is Débora Bz Brandão Design You can find her Paddock Paradise Instagram here and her general equestrian account here . Support the show For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only) For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here: www.Trailblazinghorsecare.com Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet. I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here. And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to my 20th episode ! I'm talking to Nadine and Nathan Marshall from Innate Equine again. Nadine is a Naturopath, and Nathan is an equine Podiotherapist and they are located at East Gippsland, Victoria (Australia). In this episode we are focusing on Laminitis rehab and how Innate equine approaches rehabilitation from a worst case scenario (penetration of the pedal bone). It is important to mention this absolutely requires professional expertise. But I want these examples out there, so people can hear that there are other methods out there now to rehab bad cases more naturally and permanently. To find out more about Nathan and Nadine please visit www.Innateequine.com.au . Or find their Facebook page here . I hope you'll enjoy listening! Support the show For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only) For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here: www.Trailblazinghorsecare.com Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet. I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here. And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to episode #19 🎉 This episode is another amazing interview! Louise from Rebel horse care is a natural hoof care practitioner certified by AANHCP in 2008 (by Jamie Jackson) and has translated his book Paddock Paradise into Dainish. She was born in Denmark and is now living in Spain. Committed to sharing her knowledge, Louise advocates for gentle, holistic care and training that nurtures both the horse’s health and the human-horse bond. You can find her Website Rebelhorsecare.eu here and facebook and Instagram by clicking on the links. We are chatting about: -Tracks on the sloping hills and how to avoid erosion. -Stories of benefits of tracks for the horses. -Why grass isn't grass 😅 Enjoy listening! Support the show For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only) For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here: www.Trailblazinghorsecare.com Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet. I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here. And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I try to tackle a thought provoking question: *Have you ever considered how we prioritize human benefits over our horses'?* I talk about the common choices many horse owners make—often investing in facilities like arenas or stylish tack that enhance our enjoyment, while overlooking what truly benefits the horse, such as herd life and enriching living environments. It’s a monologue about shifting our priorities from human enjoyment to equine welfare. Please, please let me know what you think about this episode, it truly sounded better in my head and plans than it does, now that it's out, or is this me being too critical? Support the show For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only) For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here: www.Trailblazinghorsecare.com Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet. I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here. And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another exciting interview! Today, I'm chatting with Kelly from K.R.H Natural horse care . Kelly is a hoof care practitioner and has recently opened up a livery yard in the UK. It's a unique opportunity to gain insight into what it's like to start a brand new livery yard, along with plenty of general "Track Talk." We dive into everything from fencing and enrichment to the challenges, "mistakes," and future plans Kelly has. This episode offers a bit of everything, and I hope you enjoy listening. I have to say, I absolutely love Kelly's voice! Support the show For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only) For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here: www.Trailblazinghorsecare.com Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet. I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here. And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

Send us Fan Mail As horse owners, we have stewardship over larger amounts of land than the average person, which gives us the power to influence the environment directly. In this episode, we chat with Kristen from Ardani Farm about exactly that! - How to care for our land - Benefiting the ecosystem - Plants and herbs - And much more Track Talk 😉 You can find Kristen and her farm here: www.ardanifarm.com her facebook her Instagram Enjoy listening Support the show For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only) For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here: www.Trailblazinghorsecare.com Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet. I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here. And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.