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 […]
Warm Up for Roping with Scott GrosskopfWhether you’re branding, competing or just roping for fun, you will want to make sure your horse is ready to rope off of. Feel, Timing and Balance by Martin BlackMartin reminisces about his father and growing up riding and observing the traits common in all good horsemen: feel, timing […]
Help Your Horse Put His Best Foot Forward by Martin BlackMartin offers suggestions on how you can make your horse’s first experience with the shoer a positive one. Spiral Up by Wendy MurdochSpiraling up out of the saddle will improve your overall position and security in the saddle. Fitness Facts for the Back by Jec […]
BUCK the Film Goes to SundanceLearn more about the new documentary about Buck Brannaman, which will be showing at this year’s Sundance Film Festival. Preserving the Legacy by Linda TurnerLinda reports on the first annual “A Legacy of Legends” event in Ft. Worth, Texas, held this past December. A Clinic with Martin Black by Kim […]
Personal Space by Martin BlackMartin encourages people to have a better understanding of keeping a safe distance from their horses in certain situations. Know Where the Feet are with Bob KingBob presents a simple and straightforward way of learning where all your horse’s feet are in the walk. A Look at “Swinging” a Saddle Up […]
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. […]
Ray Hunt Tribute Clinic Reports Remembering Ray Hunt – A Tribute to the Legacy of a Legend by Donna Keagle Donna walks us through the events of this historic weekend. (read online) An International Perspective by Gee WoodGee visits with several tribute clinic attendees from foreign countries. Memories of the Tribute Event by Erin FranksErin […]
Spring Checkup by Martin Black (read online)Martin shares some strategies for helping to get your horse with you mentally after a long winter’s break. Using Natural Obstacles with Ty Weber (read online)Ty demonstrates how you can use natural obstacles such as yucca bushes to set up several helpful exercises. How Horses Work – Installment #2 […]
Flagging From Your Horse by Martin Black (read online)Martin, building on previous articles, discusses the benefits and basics of flagging another horse from your saddle horse. How Horses Work – Installment #1 The Anatomy of the Soft Feel with Deb Bennett, Ph.D.Dr. Deb starts her series on understanding the biomechanics of horsemanship exercises and the […]
Thoughts on Using a Flag by Martin Black (read online) Martin uses his “fire drill” approach when using a flag with an older horse that might need some help or a young horse needing exposure. Winter Projects with Jeff Derby (read online) When the snow is flying and the ground is icy, instead of missing time with […]