Thoughts on Using a Flag by Martin Black (read online) Martin uses his “fire drill” approach when using a flag with an older horse that might need some help or a young horse needing exposure. Winter Projects with Jeff Derby (read online) When the snow is flying and the ground is icy, instead of missing time with […]
Can Your Horse Survive a Fire Drill? by Martin Black (read online)Help your horse to learn to deal with frightening experiences is to practice getting out of them. The Turn On the Forehand by Wendy MurdochWendy walks us through the turn on the forehand. As one of the simplest lateral movements that a rider can […]
To Spur or Not to Spur? by Martin Black (read online) Martin explores how to use spurs to have them be meaningful and effectively used with your horse. The Garrocha: a tool for Aspiring Horsemen by Alice TrindleLearn more about this instrument of fine Spanish riding and stock handling, and explore how it might improve your […]
Rearing Strategies by Martin Black (read online) Martin offers strategies and understanding to one of the more unsettling behaviors our horses can exhibit. Serpentines with No Reins with Buck Brannaman (read online) A simple exercise from Buck Brannaman that will help prepare your horse for the bridle and help him be with you both mentally and […]
Thoughts on Washing Horses by Martin Black (read online)Thinking about introducing your horse to the experience of being washed from his point of view. Wraps on, Wraps off by Diane Longanecker A roping exercise that develops many skills at once, presented by Buck Brannaman. What’s Natural About It? A conversation with Ellen Eckstein and Betty Staley A […]
Fair Expectations of a New Horse by Martin Black (read online) Relying on what the horse tells you about his past and his education is probably safer and more fair than believing the classified ad. Power Through the Half-Circle with Buck Brannaman Take the reaching exercises you have been working on into your half-circle to build more […]
The Reaching Exercise with Buck Brannaman (read online)This exercise helps you develop a clear feeling for your horse’s feet. Develop timing and the ability to direct clearly. Some Horses in My Life by Bryan Neubert (read online) Bryan shares the experiences he’s had with “wearing out the buck” in colts who develop the pattern of bucking […]
Straighten That Horse Out by Martin Black (read online)Without straightness you will never achieve fine horsemanship. Martin shares his thoughts on this essential topic. The Half-Circle Exercise with Buck Brannaman (read online)A powerful exercise to focus on your horse’s front quarters and check out how respectful your horse is of your space. Some Thoughts on […]
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 […]
Developing the Stop by Martin Black (read online)Martin guides you through an exercise that helps you prepare your horse to learn to get stopped. To Practice Your “Promise,” Ride the Fence by Diane LonganeckerBuck demonstrates how to use your stirrups to help your horse to move out. Introduction to Lateral Work by Wendy MurdochWendy introduces […]