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Out of the Wild – Part 3: First Saddling and Ground Driving

May 8, 2018April 1, 2014 by Brent Rollins

by Brent Rollins If you have been keeping up with my last two articles, your horse is now plenty desensitized and has become much braver. Your next step is the first saddling and ground driving. These are the tools you will need to be successful: a rope halter, two …

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Clucks and Kisses – How to Effectively Use Verbal Cues with Your Horse

August 5, 2020March 1, 2014 by Allison Trimble

by Allison Trimble Verbal cues are common in horse training and usually stem from the rider’s desire to guide the horse with the softest of commands. In performance horse training, highly athletic maneuvers should be performed with precision and grace. This is not something that can be achieved by …

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Riding Well Grounded – Trailer Loading

June 30, 2020March 1, 2014 by Northwest Horse Source

by Marilyn Pineda I love teaching trailer loading here at Fire Mountain Trail Course! There are so many types of communication and elements of confidence that come into play when a horse is comfortable with trailers. In my Riding Well Grounded article about impeccable timing I discuss loading a …

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Out of the Wild – Get Started on Groundwork

April 8, 2020March 1, 2014 by Karen Pickering

by Brent Rollins Now that you can lead and touch your mustang, it is time for groundwork. With groundwork you will be addressing all areas of desensitizing. Flagging is an excellent desensitizing method that uses a small flag attached to a training stick or whip. When flagging, don’t put …

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Breaking Ice on the Trail

August 5, 2020February 1, 2014 by Mark Bolender

Prepare Your Horse to Cross Frozen Puddles by Mark Bolender When trail riding in the winter, early spring, and/or late fall, you can expect to find frozen puddles. The crackling sound of breaking ice often catches horses by surprise, putting the rider at risk of being dismounted when it …

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Riding Well Grounded – The Alpha Application

June 30, 2020February 1, 2014 by Karen Pickering

by Marilyn Pineda We often hear the phrase “be the alpha mare” when given the description of how to relate to our horse if we desire its respect. But what does that mean, and why is it important? Are you the “alpha” with your horse and, if not, how can …

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Out of the Wild – Part 1: Trust Follows Respect

May 15, 2018February 1, 2014 by Brent Rollins

by Brent Rollins So, you’ve decided to adopt a mustang, the first step to the most loyal partner you will ever have. What should you expect during adoption and those critical first days with a wild horse? Mustangs are unique in the fact that they are looking for a …

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Horse Buying Trends in Today’s Economy

August 5, 2020January 1, 2014 by Allison Trimble

How to Find Your All-Around Forever Horse by Allison Trimble The economic downturn saw many people moving away from the competitive show pen, but not out of horses. Commonly, buyers are now looking for one horse to be their partner in all things. I see a new trend in people …

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Gone Wild

August 5, 2020January 1, 2014 by Brent Rollins

The allure of the American Mustang by Brent Rollins There is something special about the American Mustang. I have been around horses all my life and have experienced many breeds including Arabians, Quarter Horses and even draft horses. My family has always had horses, so I guess you could …

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The Squirting Water Box

August 5, 2020December 1, 2013 by Mark Bolender

How to Master a Challenging Obstacle by Mark Bolender An extreme trail obstacle that most horses hate is the squirting water box. This is a standard water box, but floating on top of the water is a 4’ x 8’ piece of plywood that has holes drilled into it. …

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