Desensitizing – How much is enough? by Martin Black (read online)Martin opines on how much too much desensitizing is not a good thing and why being sensitive is important for a horse. Stretching the Rubber Band by Joe Wolter (read online) Joe explores the idea of challenging you and your horse in a working or […]
Clearing Out the Front Quarters with Buck Brannaman (read online)Buck adds a piece to your familiar groundwork that will help keep your horse from pushing on you with his front quarters. Confidence vs. Confusion by Martin Black (read online)The foundation a young horse has will set the tone for his future success. The importance of 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 […]
Protect Your Space by Martin Black (read online)Martin offers advice on having your horse comfortable with you without being pushy. A Little Support Well-Timed by Diane LonganeckerA few basic tools to keep your horse supported while working on trouble spots. Some Thoughts on the Hackamore by Gwynn Turnbull WeaverGwynn explores the tradition and the function behind […]
Ten Questions with Pedro Marquez (read online)Meet Pedro Marquez, a cowboy balladeer who sings songs about the West and the lifestyle of his ancestors. Bridling Your Horse with Buck Brannaman (read online)Buck demonstrates how to prepare your horse to be bridled and offers helpful hints to putting your bridle on smoothly. Gravity and Riding by […]
Ten Questions with Gwynn Turnbull (read online)Meet the woman behind the Californios Ranch Roping and Stock Horse contest held annually in Red Bluff, California. Insight Gained On Board A Runaway by Diane LonganeckerA lesson learned on noticing where things start to shape up to go wrong. Installing Your Emergency Brake System with Bryan Neubert Bryan demonstrates […]
Ten Questions with Bill Riggins (read online)Meet Bill Riggins, a horseman from Colorado who makes his home in New Mexico raising horses and cattle. Circling Up with Buck BrannamanThis simple groundwork exercise can help you build a better feel through the halter rope down to your horse’s feet. The Mechanics of Movement by Carolyn Darley […]
How Groundwork Relates to Trailer Loading by Mindy BowerMindy walks us through a trailer loading problem solved with remedial groundwork. Ground Games for Kids by Sylvana Smith (read online)Sylvana offers advice on how to turn serious horsemanship into fun for young horsemen. The Definition Of “On the Bit” by Dr. Max Gahwyler (read online)Where did […]
Ten Questions with Terry Church (read online)Meet Terry Church, a California horsewoman and instructor who seeks to bring harmony into her student’s relationships. The Californios Ranch Roping and Stock Horse Contest Results Building a Foundation, part 2 with Bryan Neubert In part two of this series Bryan introduces the use of the halter and the […]