Excerpt from the Horseman’s Gazette Issue No. 2 In part two of this series, Bryan Neubert continues his work handling two young horses on foot. He uses a cinch rope to teach them how to turn loose, not tighten up when they experience being touched under the belly. This step in preparation drastically reduces the […]
Excerpt from the Horseman’s Gazette Issue No. 2 Ground work can be a valuable tool for assessing a horse and teaching them to yield before getting in the saddle. Buck Brannaman demonstrates a half-circle exercise that he uses to free up the forequarters. This is more of a mental exercise than a physical one, so […]
Excerpt from the Horseman’s Gazette Premiere Issue We all aspire to be like our mentors. Buck Brannaman shares a story of when he watched Ray Hunt perform some incredible turnarounds on a green colt. His own attempts to replicate that spin turned out to be a little more than he had bargained for. When we […]
Excerpt from the Horseman’s Gazette Premiere Issue Karmel Timmons is a talented pencil artist known for her exquisitely detailed equestrian portraits. In her 10-year career, her work has become well appreciated by the equine community and has amassed a large number of awards and accolades. With her great eye for contrast and composition, Karmel turns […]
Excerpt from the Horseman’s Gazette Premiere Issue Which rope to handle? Montana cowboy and owner of Buckaroo Businesses Scott Grosskopf shows us a sample of his collection and discusses how to choose the right rope for the job. Factors such as rope material, length, number of strands, direction of twist and the type of hondo […]
Watch the Full Video Here The hackamore is the first step in the development of the traditional bridle horse. Richard Caldwell offers some tips on safety and care for the hackamore. First he demonstrates how to tie the mecate to the bosal and measure the rein length that is right for your horse. Then he […]
Working cows is a fun and practical way to develop a horse and rider. Understanding where to place yourself in order to influence the cow is part of the first steps in this learning process. Joe Wolter demonstrates an exercise he uses to teach positioning on a young horse. This practical application is an excellent […]
Excerpt from the Horseman’s Gazette Premiere Issue A good seat is an important aspect to any good rider. An better understanding of anatomy may help you to improve your seat and balance in the saddle. Wendy Murdoch helps a student develop a greater awareness of her hip joints and how they function in relation to […]
Excerpt from the Horseman’s Gazette Premiere Issue A great finish often comes from a great start. Bryan Neubert demonstrates how he introduces himself to two weanlings on foot. He begins with basic skills such as catching and haltering, then progresses to preparation for saddling. A flag can be used as an extension of your arm […]
Another year is in the books and the results are here! The 2014 Wrangler Brannaman Pro-Am Vaquero Roping is in the record books as the richest pay-out ranch roping in the country splitting $50,000 to the top 8 teams. The second annual event was a great success. Lots of roping and smiling faces! Look for interviews […]