Fading Hoofbeats
Where Wild Hearts and Open Trails Meet
Fading Hoofbeats is a journey into the untamed spirit of the American mustang — a place where every story, every photo, and every hoofprint echoes with the power of trust, freedom, and connection. From training updates and pasture reflections to the long miles of the border-to-border ride, we honor the resilience of these remarkable horses and the people who walk beside them.
Updates From the Trail
The road is long, the miles are real, and the mustangs are leading the way. Stay tuned for trail updates, field notes, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of the ride as it unfolds.
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Roots Along the Quiet Miles
As the Long Ride begins, we’re planting native trees, grasses, and cacti along the trail—each one a promise kept. Some are for loved ones we’ve lost; others are for the land itself. Together they form a living legacy: roots along the quiet miles.
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Spooky Horses: A Trail Journal on Lookouts, Wind, and Borrowed Calm
By Keeper of the Quiet Miles • October 23, 2025On a windy day or in a new place, a mustang’s alertness can feel like a storm waiting to break. “Spooky Horses” explores how calm is contagious on the trail—and how joining your horse’s lookout builds trust mile by mile. -
🐴 What Floki Taught Me About Pressure and Perception – Building Trust with a Mustang
By Keeper of the Quiet Miles • October 23, 2025I learned that truth on a day I’d hoped would mark a milestone — the day Floki needed to load onto a trailer to leave for training. He had loaded before, when our relationship was new. -
🐴 When Trust Trembles
By Keeper of the Quiet Miles • October 23, 2025Gentling isn’t a straight line — it’s a rhythm of trust, fear, and renewal. 💔🐴 When setbacks happen, true mustang trust training begins in the quiet that follows. #MustangGentling #FadingHoofbeats #FlokiTheMustang #TrustJourney
From the Arena to the Open Trail
Upcoming Events
Join us for upcoming rides, clinics, and shows celebrating the spirit of the mustang. Whether you’re in the saddle, on the rail, or following from afar, every event connects us through the sound of fading hoofbeats.
RANCH HORSE SHOW
A ranch-versatility show celebrating the partnership between horse and rider—with a special spotlight on the American mustang. Open to all breeds, with 11 divisions and 10 classes including Showmanship, Ranch[...]
Trenton, North Carolina 28585 United States
Kentucky Derby: Run for the Roses®
Experience the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby — the greatest two minutes in sports. Witness the thrill, the fashion, and the tradition as the world gathers at Churchill Downs[...]
Louisville, Kentucky 40208 United States
Our Friends and Associates
We’re proud to share the trail with a growing circle of friends, small businesses, and organizations whose values reflect the same heart and spirit that guide Fading Hoofbeats.
