Get With It by Martin BlackMartin shares some thoughts and suggestions about how a rider can get with their horse’s energy level instead of working against it. Some Thoughts on Overtracking by Terry ChurchTerry explains what overtracking is, why it is important and ways to improve it in your horse. Sense and Science by Maddy […]
Quiet Pride by Jennifer DenisonRemembering Roger Clark, a much beloved member of the community who passed away in October. Legacy of Legends 2013 by Tom MoatesWhat’s coming up for the third annual Legacy of Legends event in Las Vegas, Nevada. Bridling Your Horse by Martin BlackMartin explores some reasons why a horse might develop a […]
Why They Do What They Do by Martin BlackMartin discusses general horsemanship principles and offers suggestions to help us understand our horses and their motivations. Reins Connected to the Feet with Buck BrannamanBuck demonstrates how to back a horse on the ground in a snaffle. A simple task, but another way to help connect your […]
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 […]
Riding the Hills by Sue Stuska, Ed.D. Common mistakes and how they can affect your horse when you are riding up and down hills. The 4-bar-J by Tom Moates A thoughtful essay about the history and the influence of great horsemen on the present. The Unforgettable by Bryan Neubert (read online) Bryan reflects on what he recalls as […]
The Reaching Exercise with Buck Brannaman (read online)This exercise helps you develop a clear feeling for your horse’s feet. Develop timing and the ability to direct clearly. Some Horses in My Life by Bryan Neubert (read online) Bryan shares the experiences he’s had with “wearing out the buck” in colts who develop the pattern of bucking […]
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 […]
Understanding Collection by Martin Black (read online)A fresh look at a concept that is often misunderstood and misidentified. Catching Up on Rope Exposure with Bryan Neubert (read online)Bryan demonstrates how to expose a worried horse to having a rope around his hind legs. When Colts Go on the Payroll by Gwynn Turnbull WeaverReflections on past wisdom […]