Mignon Stetman & Gabrielle Sitomer • Working Western: Family, Fun & Finding Your Community

<p><strong>What makes Working Western so much fun with an Arabian horse?</strong></p><p>For <strong>Mignon Stetman and Gabrielle Sitomer</strong>, the answer involves great horses, challenging classes, personal growth, family, friendships and a community that encourages people to keep learning.</p><p>In this episode of the <strong>We LOVE Arabian Horses Podcast</strong>, Mignon and Gabrielle join host <strong>Paul Kostial</strong> to share how each found her way into Working Western and why neither looked back.</p><p>Mignon talks about her extraordinary partnership with <strong>Legacy Black Sabbath++++//</strong>, including what this talented and sensitive horse has taught her about patience and becoming a better rider. She also shares the story behind one of her proudest national accomplishments, an unexpected championship aboard <strong>M Gettin&#39; Er Done</strong>, better known as Stormy. </p><p>Gabrielle discusses receiving the <strong>APAHA Working Western Amateur Award</strong>, the remarkable group of horses she and her children enjoy together, and why one particular national championship aboard <strong>Strawberry Wine</strong>, known as Crush, became such a memorable family accomplishment. </p><p>The conversation also explores ranch riding, ranch trail, western trail and what makes Arabian and Half-Arabian horses such engaging partners for these disciplines.</p><p>Mignon and Gabrielle share their experiences with <strong>ATARHA, the Arabian Trail and Ranch Horse Association</strong>, and discuss the camaraderie and accessibility they see within the Working Western community, from nationally competitive riders to owners enjoying their horses closer to home. </p><p>Most importantly, they have some encouraging advice for anyone watching from the sidelines wondering whether Working Western might be for them:</p><p><strong>Start somewhere. Learn. Don&#39;t be intimidated. And enjoy the journey with your horse.</strong> 🐴🤠</p>