Eclectic Horseman
Eclectic Horseman Communications Inc., was founded in September of 2001 to serve the community of horse owners searching for educational resources. Starting with the acclaimed bi-monthly magazine and companion Web site, EHC has included a long list of professional services comprised of video production, web and print design and much more. EHC continually to looks for new ways to connect horse owners to the information, products and community they seek.
Suppling Exercises with Alice Trindle
Excerpt from the Horseman’s Gazette Issue No. 34
Warming your horse up is a great way to prepare physically and mentally for the day’s activities...
Re-Schooling A Troubled Horse with Jim Hicks
Excerpt from the Horseman’s Gazette Issue No. 34
Sometimes a horse can get quite a ways along but still have some missing pieces in their...
Beginning Groundwork with Jeff O’Haco
Excerpt from the Horseman’s Gazette Issue No. 34
Groundwork can be a powerful tool to prepare a horse to be ridden. Too often the things...
Getting to Know a New Horse with Lester Buckley
Excerpt from the Horseman’s Gazette Issue No. 34
In this unique segment Lester Buckley, with some assistance from the late Shelia Varian, works with a...
Proper Turnaround Position with Wendy Murdoch
Excerpt from the Horseman’s Gazette Issue No. 33
The turnaround is taught with quite a few varying instructions for the rider… often times actually hindering...
Dragging a Log with Trevor Carter
Excerpt from the Horseman’s Gazette Issue No. 33
Dragging a log is something that is required in many show events and also necessary preparation for...
Tying up the Snaffle Bit with Paul Dietz
Excerpt from the Horseman’s Gazette Issue No. 33
Some young horses can develop the habit of getting their tongue over the bit. An acceptable method...
The Leg Yield with Jim Hicks
Excerpt from the Horseman’s Gazette Issue No. 33
The leg yield is one of the first maneuvers that riders explore in Dressage but it also...
Riding with the Garrocha with Alice Trindle
Excerpt from the Horseman’s Gazette Issue No. 33
In this segment you will have more exposure to the traditions of the Garrocha, an historical cattle...
Releasing Rider Tension Part 2 with Wendy Murdoch
Excerpt from the Horseman’s Gazette Issue No. 32
When asked by a riding instructor to “sit up straight” most riders will hollow their back and...
