About Hoof Beats & Co

Our Story

Hoof Beats & Co was founded by Emily Richards, a Colorado native, adventurer, and passionate horse enthusiast. Born from a deep commitment to exploring and sharing the horse-human relationship, the brand grew through real-world adventures, trust-building, and honest storytelling.

At the heart of the brand is adventure-based horsemanship and documentary-style content — most notably the Through the Ears of a Horse series. These journeys have taken Emily and her horses across rivers, mountains, and beaches, including a 10-week immersion in Florida with her horse Calypso to learn from ranchers and help preserve the legacy of Florida Cracker horses and cow culture.

What began as personal explorations and filming has evolved into a platform celebrating the timeless bond between horses and riders — reviving historical knowledge while embracing modern adventures.

Mission & Values

Hoof Beats & Co exists to revive the timeless bond of horse and rider through adventure-based horsemanship built on trust, respect, and pure curiosity. We believe in real experiences over perfection — muddy boots, honest failures, quiet breakthroughs, and the genuine partnership that only comes from time in the saddle.

Horses have been humanity's partners for millennia — companions to nomads, warriors, and explorers. We carry those stories forward. Through documentary series, a growing community, and gear built for the trail, we celebrate and preserve equestrian culture for the next generation.

Our core focus areas:

• Building deeper horse-human relationships
• Preserving equine cultures and histories
• Encouraging curiosity-driven exploration in the outdoors

What We Offer

Merchandise & Gear

Adventure-themed apparel and accessories designed for the equestrian lifestyle, including:

• Ghost Rider Series — Unisex tees, hoodies, fleece jackets, tote bags, mugs, whiskey glasses, and stickers
• Classic Hoof Beats & Co — Camping mugs, crewneck sweatshirts, waffle knit beanies, and die-cut stickers

Content & Experiences

Our documentary series Through the Ears of a Horse takes you along for the ride — episodes include Along The Salt River, Into The Mountains, and Beyond The Beaches. Watch on YouTube.

Community

Join us on Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes footage, insider stories, early merch access, and dispatches straight from the journey.

Meet the Team

Emily Richards — Founder & driving force. Colorado Springs-based adventurer, horsewoman, and content creator. Emily works hands-on with her horses and leads all filming, horsemanship practice, and brand direction.

The Horses — Calypso, Dante, and Willett are true partners in every adventure and story told through this brand. They're not just subjects — they're collaborators.

Find Us & Connect

Based in: Black Forest, Colorado
Phone: 719-203-8772
Email: contact@hoofbeatsco.com

Follow along on Instagram @hoofbeatsandco, YouTube, and Patreon for horsemanship tips, ranch visits, cultural preservation stories, and the latest adventures from the trail.