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Training Outside The Box, Part 7

In the last article, I discussed ways to handle the horse who always wants to be “the leader of the pack” Another common trail training problem is presented by the horse who wants to run up from behind to catch up to the horse(s) in front of him. This is an unsettling problem for riders of any level, and I have experienced it myself. It is important to learn how to avoid this problem and understand what to do if it happens.

Are You Ready For A Horsemanship Clinic?

by Richard Winters | | Horse Training, Richard Winters

Over the last twenty years, Horsemanship Clinics have become very popular with horse enthusiasts. You would be hard pressed to find one of your horse loving friends who haven’t been to some type of clinic in hopes of improving their horsemanship skills.

Training Outside The Box, Part 6

by Lynn Palm | | Lynn Palm

There are several common difficulties riders may encounter when training on the trail, and one typical problem is the horse who always wants to be in front. The horse that always wants to be “the leader of the pack” usually has experience being on trail rides with other horses, but he may demonstrate this tendency as early as his first trail ride.

Training Outside The Box, Part 5, Lower Body Exercises Continued

by Lynn Palm | | Lynn Palm

In this article, we continue our series on “training outside the box.” In our last article we introduced some simple stretching and flexibility exercises to prepare for riding outside confined areas, such as arenas and paddocks.

To do these exercises you will need a consistent, well schooled horse that is tacked up with saddle, bridle and leg protection.

Teaching Your Horse Tricks

by Ken McNabb | | Ken McNabb

Teaching tricks can be a fun way to work with your horse. It changes things up a bit and makes it interesting and exciting for both of you. We’re going to cover teaching two tricks here: first, teaching your horse to side pass towards you, and second, teaching your horse to shake his head yes and no.

From Sour To Sweet – Fixing The Barn, Gate, Or Buddy Sour Horse

by Richard Winters | | Horse Training, Richard Winters

Have you ever found yourself in one of the following real life scenarios? You and your husband have paid good money to ride in a clinic and both horses get frantic every time you attempt to ride in opposite directions. You’re riding in an arena and every time you start back toward the gate your horse speeds up.

Training Outside The Box, Part 4

by Lynn Palm | | Lynn Palm

In this article, we continue with our series on “training outside the box.” The “box” is the confined area, such as arenas and paddocks, where many riders spend most of their training time.

Training Outside The Box, Part 3

by Lynn Palm | | Lynn Palm

In the last article, I discussed readying the horse for work outside the box by releasing his inner energy through forced exercise so that he can concentrate on the task at hand. In this article, I will discuss how to prepare you, the rider, for your riding sessions by loosening up your joints and muscles through stretching exercises.

Training Outside The Box, Part 1

by Lynn Palm | | Lynn Palm

This month we are starting a new series of articles on “training outside the box.” The “box” refers to those confined areas, such as arenas and paddocks, where many riders spend training time. It’s time to get out of the “box” and learn to train outside in order to have more fun. Remember, however, that safety always comes first!

Communicating With Your Aids, Part 10

by Lynn Palm | | Lynn Palm

The goal for both the bending and turning aids is to control the horse’s body position and his balance. In this article, I will use a circle pattern to demonstrate how to correct the two most common problems that occur when trying to keep a horse straight through a turn—the problems called falling out and falling in.