Excerpt from the Horseman’s Gazette Issue No. 16 If you have ever wondered what an instructor is looking for and wanting out of a horse and rider this is a wonderful opportunity to be in the mind of instructor Ellen Eckstein as she narrates a lesson with one of her students. In this third part […]
It’s Only Words: Finding Meaning with Joe Wolter by Patti HudsonInstead of relying on words or fashionable terms to understand your horse, Joe encourages you to look at the horse. Some Helpful Ponying Details with Trevor CarterTrevor gives you some helpful hints and suggestions to keep in mind when ponying a horse. The Value of […]
Working Together with Ty Weber and Sean SowaWorking together can be a great job for a saddle horse and good help for colt as demonstrated by Ty and Sean. Setting Up a Search by Tom MoatesExplore the elusive concept of setting up a “free search” with horseman Harry Whitney, and what it means to both […]
Cattle Loading with Joe Wolter by Patti HudsonJoe Wolter offers some helpful advice on how to load cattle into a trailer without adding extra stress or turmoil into the situation. The Education of an “Educated” Rider by Deb Bennett, Ph.D.Dr. Deb chronicles her personal discoveries into the nature of learning and letting go of the […]
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 […]
Ray Hunt Memorial Features Ray Hunt Obituary by Tom Moates Memorial for Ray Hunt by Lee SmithAn account of the memorial service held in Texas for Ray on March 21, 2009. Memories of Ray Hunt (read online) Photographs and remembrances of Ray. Back at the Beginning by Jim OverstreetJim remembers his first encounter with Ray Hunt […]
A Soft Feel and a Useful Horse by Martin Black (read online)Martin reminds us that a soft feel is about more than a head position. It should connect all the way down to our horses’ feet. Pas de Deux With a Cow by Sylvana Smith (read online) Think working cows is just for cowboys? Sylvana highlights […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]