Making The Right Thing Comfortable with Bryan Neubert (read online)A simple suggestion on how to respond to a horse who wants to keep looking at you out of one eye. Should You Start Your Own Colt? by Sylvana Smith (read online)Struggling with this important decision? Sylvana helps you reason through whether you’re the right rider […]
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 […]
What Kind of Experience Will Your Horse Get Out of Your Next Ride? by Martin Black (read online) Before You Slip into Your Slicker with Buck BrannamanBuck demonstrates how to prepare your horse for the slicker and have your horse get some nice groundwork in the process. Recognize a Soft Feel by Diane LonganeckerIts a […]
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 […]
Build the Cow in the Cow Horse by Martin Black (read online)Martin offers suggestions for educating a well-rounded cow horse. Don’t Mislead Your Horse with Buck BrannamanBuck demonstrates how to get your horse “hooked on” to you while leading. The Horses of the Californios by R.F. PrudenteA unique opportunity to purchase an educated ranch horse […]
Ten Questions with Pedro Marquez (read online)Meet Pedro Marquez, a cowboy balladeer who sings songs about the West and the lifestyle of his ancestors. Bridling Your Horse with Buck Brannaman (read online)Buck demonstrates how to prepare your horse to be bridled and offers helpful hints to putting your bridle on smoothly. Gravity and Riding by […]
Ten Questions with Bill Riggins (read online)Meet Bill Riggins, a horseman from Colorado who makes his home in New Mexico raising horses and cattle. Circling Up with Buck BrannamanThis simple groundwork exercise can help you build a better feel through the halter rope down to your horse’s feet. The Mechanics of Movement by Carolyn Darley […]
Event Results The results from the California Cowboy Gathering and Ranch Rodeo in Dublin, California. Vital Signs by Sue Stuska, Ed.D. (read online) Learn to confidently be able to assess your horse’s condition through taking vital signs. Flag Work on the Ground with Buck Brannaman Use the flag to build confidence and encourage movement in your […]
Ten Questions with Jack Young (read online) Meet Jack young, a lifetime cowboy and horseman from Nevada. Centering Your Horse with Buck Brannaman (read online) Buck shares his thoughts about how he gets his horses to be right with him as he rides. Building a Foundation, part 4 with Bryan Neubert In the final part […]