Wait for the Response by Martin BlackMartin discusses the importance in learning to train ourselves to wait for our horse to respond when we make a request rather than automatically asking for more. Disengaging the Hindquarters to Prepare for the Turn on the Forehand Part 1 by Terry ChurchTerry integrates this common horsemanship maneuver… preparation […]
Event Results from The 11th Annual Californios Ranch Roping and Stock Horse Contest by Patti Martin Think Outside the Boxing by Martin Black (read online)Whether you are working cattle on the ranch or in a show if a cow is set up to be handled in the right way, you will have a successful experience. […]
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 […]
Safely Prepare Your Horse for Roping and Cow Work with Mike and Deanie Hosker by Gale NelsonPart one of a four-part on rope handling skills. Words of Wisdom from Ray Hunt (read online)At a recent demonstration Ray offered some timeless words of wisdom. Rider Self-Carriage by Wendy MurdochWendy again uses her X-ray vision in this […]
Written by Martin Black This article originally appeared in Eclectic Horseman Issue No.54 After returning from The World’s Greatest Horseman competition, I found it interesting how the contestants handled their cattle in the fence work. After a lifetime of working cattle and studying how other people handle cattle; how and why they do what they […]