Reports and Photos from A Legacy of Legends in Las Vegas, Nevada Rein Position by Martin BlackMartin discusses how learning the effectiveness of various rein positions can influence the quality of communication. Timing of the Release While Backing with Buck BrannamanIt’s the little things that make the big difference. Buck demonstrates the timing of a […]
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 […]
Circle-Back Exercise with Joe WolterJoe Wolter walks you through an exercise that will challenge you and your horse and help you discover braces or stuck spots that you might not have been aware of. What do you do with one that wants to fight? by Martin BlackMartin examines what situations might cause a horse to […]
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. […]
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 […]
Can Your Horse Survive a Fire Drill? by Martin Black (read online)Help your horse to learn to deal with frightening experiences is to practice getting out of them. The Turn On the Forehand by Wendy MurdochWendy walks us through the turn on the forehand. As one of the simplest lateral movements that a rider can […]
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 […]
Backing Up a Hill Backing Up a Hill by Martin Black (read online)Martin discusses the benefits of this seemingly simple exercise. Backing a Circle as Turnaround Preparation with Richard Caldwell (read online)Richard shares his thoughts on how backing a circle can help prepare your horse for working cows and turnarounds. Work in Hand From the […]
What is Our Horse Telling Us? by Martin Black (read online) Martin encourages us to look at the cause of our horse’s head carriage issues, not just the symptoms. Use Your Get Down Rope To Stay Safe with Richard Caldwell (read online) Richard demonstrates the way to use your get down rope when mounting and dismounting to […]
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 […]