From The Horseman’s Gazette Issue No.35 When executed correctly the Half-Pass can be one of the most beautiful maneuvers in dressage. In this segment Jim Hicks discusses what foundation must be in place before attempting the half-pass and then slowly and methodically demonstrates how to correctly ride the movement. Jim also discusses common rider pitfalls […]
From The Horseman’s Gazette Issue No.35 Every horse’s personality is quite different and being able to have the tools to adjust to these differences separate a rider from a horseman. Sometimes we might have a plan to do something in particular with our horse that he isn’t quite mentally or physically prepared for. Alice Trindle […]
Buster McLaury comes from a ranching background. At an early age, he experienced the dust, heat, and long days in the saddle during roundups. Buster and his wife, Sheryl, live on their own place just west of Paducah, Texas. They spend each year traveling the U.S. conducting colt starting, horsemanship, ranch roping, and cow working […]
Bruce Sandifer has spent most of his adult life working as a big outfit cowboy and buckaroo. For the last 25 years he has focused all his efforts on studying and teaching traditional California bridle horse practices. Learn more about Bruce on his website: www.brucesandifercbh.com Please find individual lessons from Bruce below: Please find lessons […]
This article originally appeared in Issue No.107 “This is why we call it the Uh Oh ranch!” I heard Mindy say with a laugh. I could appreciate the irony as my colt gave one last buck before deciding it was easier just to move forward off my legs. I still laugh thinking about it. Likely most […]
Dillon, Montana – September 15, 2022 — The Montana Center for Horsemanship in partnership with Montana Western, wrapped its second annual international equine conference with ground-breaking research, world premiere films and plans already underway for next year’s international gathering in Dillon, Montana. Among this year’s featured speakers/presenters – Rodeo icon, Ty Murray, a vocal and […]
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Join in helping – Kate Neubert Kate has been fighting a long battle and has recently undergone a traumatic surgery. She was diagnosed with a Pituitary Ademos (tumor) last year. For reference most pituitary tumors are slow growing, approximately 1-3 mm/year, when removed hers was 16 mm. The surgery was a great success, but she […]
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Paul Dietz is a humble horseman and not “just another” horseman/clinician. Paul’s knowledge of horses is exceptional and he is gifted with communication and teaching skills reaching far beyond the average and into the handful of “top professional” horsemen today. Learn more at pauldietzhorsemanship.com. Please find individual lessons from Paul below: Please find lessons from […]