Helmet Cam: Eton (2021 Area III Beginner Novice Horse Championships)

[@kathlynterry8196]

Your camera gives me extra proof the world is indeed round.

[@farmingwithm.e.9626]

Yes mam it does

[@bonniehenderson1850]

Eton has come so far! I know you are very proud of him. Also thank you for including the walk back to the barn or trailer in your videos. Lots of people share the exciting runs, but not everyone shares the aftermath! Love to see how you take care of that sweet man.

[@DelilahZoe]

100%. Love seeing that immediate aftercare. And his random issue with shadows.

[@Nembula]

Oh beloved Eton, that last fence was a pony moment if ever there was one. Hugs to the littlest wild Friesian. Amazing work, Elisa.

[@april5666]

I have such a soft spot for Eton, the mighty little Friesan. Also, really enjoyed and laughed at the running commentary you have with Eton throughout your ride. "Who knows; maybe another time." you'll be jumping the bigger fences with Eton and Wy. Thank you so much for your helmetcams; they are definitely the next best thing to being there. And, I really enjoy watching the cool off walk back to the barn and the little debrief at the end. Super videos, Elisa -- you and your horses are the best on KZbin. :)

[@kari8187]

Eton: I am speed! Also Eton: AH HIDDEN HUMAN !! Love you two together

[@laurablauch5954]

I have been catching up on Eton’s early days with you. Your patience with him and his progress are both wonderful to see! I love how he looked at the bigger fences, like, “Mom, can I jump those, please???”!

[@lizzyrbits1283]

Nervous boy! I love how you tell him "you can do it, you have to."

[@jenniferlehman2464]

Elisa Wallace Eventing, I was laughing 😂 so hard when you were riding and correcting the announcer Charles. Made my day!! Thank you for that. Stay Safe Everyone!! From Ontario, Canada, Jenn. 💖 💖 🇨🇦

[@leonslionessnz6948]

Eton! He has such a smooth gallop, very energy conserving rather like a thoroughbred loping along! He must be lovely to ride. He could gallop along like that all day.

[@alisonevans7403]

He's so much less of a squirrel than he used to be. I'm just amazed that you can what you do with him; good job!

[@R.a.p.h.a.e.l.a]

I just love Eton eyeing up the big kids' fences! 😂

[@greenwayacres1990]

Eton reminds me of my mustang Dream. I have watched his videos from day one. :) They helped me a few times when I have gotten stuck or discouraged. :)

[@circacire1118]

Love the journey you have been on with this guy. He is enjoying this challenge!

[@alexboies1227]

I love this horse so much! I wish I could jump into the video, be on his back and go together into the sunset. You’ve done wonders with him. What a beauty!❤️

[@kiwi_cornish_dream1421]

I love that you are so relaxed you can even hear the commentators

[@miss_whipps]

I love how you did everything you could to keep him feeling comfortable, confident, supported, encouraged, focused, etc as needed. You were so aware of his mental and emotional state; you're a great rider.

[@gg3596]

Amazing transformation! Eton is now living his best life!🏇

[@shadrackzulu6138]

A great weekend for you and Team Wallace. Congratulations on the Area III Intermediate Championship! Eton is quite a character, love the progress he's making.

[@MLOCharmer]

Oh those shadows! He has always been funny about the change of bright to shade. He is very observant, a bit too much eh? I like those temp stalls really nice!

[@Henrylover1999]

What level do you think Eton will be able to reach? He seems like he enjoys it!!

[@wendybird4660]

Good boy Eton! Always watching... everything!

[@debrabiderman4275]

Well done Eton. So many things happening at once!

[@music4you110]

Eton has really become a champ and you believe in him and encourage him and make him believe in himself and he is looking at those fences like he knows he will be there one day! You are a rule model in all that you do Elisa! Go Elisa and Eton!❤️

[@joselynensign9014]

Glad to hear I am not the only one who calls people or horses goober.

[@mignonzwonnikoff7645]

Well done!!! You two have come so far!!!

[@BlueEyes-0222]

Every time I watch Eton, I am amazed at how far he has come. Congratulations. Also, is that stall really as narrow as it looks or is that distortion from the GoPro?

[@shadrackzulu6138]

It is 12x12'.

[@lillybeliveau2749]

they are pretty big stalls especially for a pony!

[@noraelcar-verdon3356]

It looks a little hot for that ride! He and you did a beautiful job!

[@dirtyjeepgirl]

Oh sweet silly Eton, scoping out the "big boy" jumps while still being a goober about shadow lines and fans. I love this silly and brave little mustang!

[@veronicasmith1147]

Thank you felt like I was there😁💜💖💞💚💛

[@sue1699]

Eton is just the prettiest thing.

[@catzdollz9810]

Oh how awesome!!!! What was the weather like ? Were the temps up? It's just so exciting to watch! I love those moments where we can clearly see his and your shadow .

[@WallaceEventing]

Mid to upper 80s. Weather was a little sticky but all horses recovered well and quickly.

[@monicaahrens8731]

Lovely ride.

[@mitzibud6908]

Love, love, love!!

[@fallbrkgrl]

He's so beautiful! He will always be my favorite. ❤️🌵☀️⛈️🌈☮️🐎🐕🦍🐐

[@KL-rn2qy]

How I’ve missed the mustangs! 💖 love!

[@kracked0307]

This is a long shot but, could you ever make a video about the process of adopting a mustang and how to do it? And what to expect?

[@thesingleequestrian413]

Lol poor Eton, STRANGER DANGER Mom! He is game at the fences though. Wy is a super cool pony all around.

[@lynnettejalufka2682]

Great job at that last fence! Great job overall! You make want to try cross-country, and I ride western.🐴

[@PunkRockBarbie]

It feels like flying!! Used to be my favorite thing when I still rode.

[@ZLEquestrian]

Yay Eton!

[@Lacey8246]

I wonder if Charles ever watches your videos ;)

[@edihyotte5625]

I wish I had a horse

[@PunkRockBarbie]

What bridle/bit combo is that? Doesnt look like something I've seen before, and it looks neat!

[@CRohrscheib]

He's so stinking cute and it seems like he wants to please

[@lillybeliveau2749]

it’s so weird to keep hearing my name😂 i was going xc right after her so they kept announcing my name

[@MLOCharmer]

Maybe you could spell it E-taun for Charles. Really nice round!

[@coolerkittycattoy8795]

Good boy! What place?

[@WallaceEventing]

11th

[@sharibrown1400]

Have you ever ridden at spruce meadows?

[@meganproffitt424]

Spruce meadows is for show jumping.

[@arribaficationwineho32]

Was it hard to get him into a barn or stall at first? He is lovely. I will look for earlier videos of him. An acquaintance had a mustang that did very well in general but was prone to shying while they were in fields etc. Eton is prettier!

[@WallaceEventing]

He’s always been this way. It’s on Eton’s time.

[@titanbuck7]

When he finally got a good spot, and you were thankful for it, was that because you kind just let him decide the specifics so he learns how to put himself nicely into a jump later by having to make more decisions ar earlier levels? Some ppl have said the rider is supposed to get the horse to the jump but I have only been so successful at that. I have a hard time getting the horses to the jumps the way I want...they just tend to throw their headd up and ignore and charge...somewhat.

[@WallaceEventing]

He kept going past the distance. Finally got one that was right on stride.

[@peacepeople9895]

Somebody is gaining confidence....

[@amywright8184]

Do you have a problem with that?

[@goldenstarhorses291]

Me brain: wow I’m so tall!

[@susanegyud6219]

I have tried to figure this out before and maybe there is no other answer than what you have said before about how they are all different.... But WHY do you think he is so skittish? Maybe I just don't know horses enough to know some are just like that. I wonder do you think something happened to him at some point? Was he somehow spooked by people early in life? Was he older and more set in his ways when captured? Any thoughts? I guess I want a magic answer and there isn't one! He just seems so different from your other mustangs as far as being laid back. Maybe it's a question for a Thursday night chat? I love my Eton and could ask questions about him all day! Thanks Elisa!

[@WallaceEventing]

Every Horse is different. He was 6yo when he began training. It’s just a little bit of who he is and just like how people can take time to trust others, same goes for horses. I don’t know what exactly happened to him. I can only help him by getting him to trust me. Really he’s only been in training for 2yrs. He was wild for 6. It’s all about perspective. Annnnd. Sometimes it just takes time.

[@susanegyud6219]

@@WallaceEventing thank you! That helps explain things and makes sense. He's such a good boy and tries so hard- so glad you got him and someone else didn't!

[@idkidc1304]

The riders are so calm like it's a ty other day I know they have too or else it could get the horse to excited and stuff but wow I have a hard time acting like this at any other normal lesson

[@marionwigzell7334]

Hope he got his cookie lol (-: Marion