Hobbling Your Horse Part 1 by Gale Nelson Hobbling a horse can be very useful. Here are several exercises to prepare your horse for hobbling, using a cotton foot rope or a lariat. Where Your Energy Meets Your Horse’s Energy by Martin Black (read online) Martin discusses how the presentation of a bit is more important than […]
Hobbling Your Horse Part 2 by Gale Nelson Steps to safely put hobbles on for the first time for three-way and two-way hobbles. Stop Holding On by Martin Black (read online) Martin discusses how the making of a hackamore or bridle horse is dependent in great part on the timing and feel of the rider’s hands. A […]
The Ray Hunt Appreciation ClinicRiders and spectators gathered from around the country to show their appreciation for master horseman, Ray Hunt. The Buckaroo Saddle by Jim OverstreetJim takes a look back in time to the origins of a saddle style that is widely popular today, the Wade. The Best of Both Worlds by Gale NelsonGale […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]