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Western Riding

Herd-Bound Help

Q. Can you give me some pointers on how to make my horse less herd bound during trail rides? If…

16 years ago


Rating Your Run

A winning barrel horse must know how to rate, says Martha Josey, world champion barrel racer and clinician. In simple…

16 years ago

A Balanced Approach to Western Equitation

Great equitation is not just about looks; it’s about being a proficient rider. If you’re the type who is passionate…

17 years ago

The Helmet Argument

Football players wear them. Same for major league baseball players awaiting a pitch at home plate. Even bicyclists and many…

17 years ago

Increase Barrel Racing Flexibility

Photo: Dean Gugler/flickr.com Q. What is the best way to increase my young horse’s flexibility for barrel racing? A. Choosing…

17 years ago

Make a Complete Stop After a Barrel Run

  Q. My barrel horse will not stop completely or turn after I pass the finish line. What can I…

17 years ago

Build Speed for a Faster Barrel Racing Time

Q: What are some exercises I can do to help build my horse’s speed for a faster time in barrel…

17 years ago

Riding a Horsemanship Pattern

When APHA judge and educator David Denniston of Mead, Colo., isn’t judging horse shows, he’s busy developing horse show patterns…

17 years ago

Showmanship: Perfect Your Presentation

The purpose of the showmanship class is for exhibitors to demonstrate their ability to show their horses, rather than showcasing…

17 years ago

Nail That Lead

Teaching your horse to lope off on the correct lead can be achieved in three simple steps: the set-up, the…

17 years ago