Event Results from Vaquero Fiesta in Alturas, Calif. Challenge, Encourage & Inspire by Buster McLaury (read online)Buster relates a story where taking the time to prepare a horse to do a job had immediate results when it came time to do the job. A Bit About Bits by Martin Black (read online) Martin shares some of […]
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 […]
Speed Regulation by Martin Black (read online) Martin explores the pleasures of a horse that will truly walk-out and what that can teach us about speed regulation in general. Leading Your Horse in a Hackamore with Richard Caldwell (read online) Richard demonstrates a handy way to tie up your hackamore reins so you can lead your horse […]
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 […]
Finding the Sweet Spot by Martin Black (read online)Martin discusses the importance of finding a spot where your horse can move more freely. The Reata: The Gritty World of Rawhide. Are You Cowboy Enough? by Gwynn Turnbull WeaverLearn about the mystique, construction and payoffs of this traditional piece of equipment. Part 4: Laterally Related – […]
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 […]