In this conversation, Michael Miller shares his experiences and insights into the thrilling sport of ski-joring, where skiers are pulled by horses through a course. He discusses the preparation and training involved, the dynamics of teamwork between the horse, rider, and skier, and the community aspect of the sport. Michael also touches on the equipment used, the differences between horse-pulling and machine-pulling, and the growth of ski-joring as a competitive event. He emphasizes the importance of family and camaraderie in the sport, as well as the connection to the mountains that keeps him engaged in this unique winter activity.