Why They Do What They Do by Martin BlackMartin discusses general horsemanship principles and offers suggestions to help us understand our horses and their motivations. Reins Connected to the Feet with Buck BrannamanBuck demonstrates how to back a horse on the ground in a snaffle. A simple task, but another way to help connect your […]
Backing Serpentines with Mindy Bower (read online)A helpful exercise for building suppleness and flexibility in your horse, and pointing out weak spots in your riding. Preparing Your Horse for the Hackamore and Bridle by Martin Black (read online)Martin offers some advice on making these transitions in a way that does not intimidate your horse. Chatting […]
Have a Plan When You Ride by Mindy BowerMindy guides you through an average ride to help you learn to formulate a plan for riding your horse. Equibalance Part 3: The Bolts with Julie LeikenA stable and level pelvis is essential for refined riding, Julie helps you find and correct your imbalances and weaknesses. Building […]
What Kind of Experience Will Your Horse Get Out of Your Next Ride? by Martin Black (read online) Before You Slip into Your Slicker with Buck BrannamanBuck demonstrates how to prepare your horse for the slicker and have your horse get some nice groundwork in the process. Recognize a Soft Feel by Diane LonganeckerIts a […]
Separating Disrespect from Unknowing by Martin Black (read online)Examine what Martin labels as one of the most misidentified problems in horsemanship. Lengthening the Topline and Underline by Wendy MurdochWendy gives you an exercise that guides you through the same lengthening you are looking for in your horse’s top- and underline. Learning to Tie Safely With […]
The Californios Ranch Roping and Stock Horse Contest 2004 Results Step Back to Get Ahead by Sylvana SmithIn the first installment of this three-part series with Bill Scott, Sylvana introduces backing on the ground. Safely Prepare Your Horse for Roping and Cow Work with Mike and Deanie Hosker Part 3 by Gale Nelson Understand Yourself […]