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Join us for a special day of individualized horsemanship lessons, hosted by Grace Mountain Ranch in partnership with the Evergreen Riding Institute. This clinic is focused on deepening the connection between horse and rider through relationship-based training. These one-on-one or semi-private sessions will be customized to focus on the specific …
Love horses but feel a little hesitant, or maybe you’re just looking for a few new tools or skills to use with your horses? Whether you aspire to own a horse, wish to volunteer with the ResqRanch team, or are captivated by training with Positive Reinforcement (R+), our Summer Rider …
Don’t Use a Love of Trail Riding as an Excuse to Avoid Learning and Improving There’s a phrase I often hear when talking to horse people. Usually, I hear it at the start of my clinics, when we all introduce ourselves and tell a little about what we do with …
Montana Trainer is a CHA Master Instructor and Working Equitation Professional Instructor Interview by Kim Roe I first became aware of Montana trainer Trisha Reed and her students while judging a working equitation show in Montana. Trisha’s horsemanship, good sportsmanship, and infectious sense of humor stuck in my mind. Over …
Understand and Use Body Language to Speak “Horse” Working with horses gains better results with better understanding. True horsemanship involves building trust, understanding, and studying the way horses think and behave. Horsemanship’s foundation requires comprehending many principles from the perspective of the horse. It’s not just another thing we do …
Life’s Journey Evolves How We Train As a young horse trainer, I had great ambitions. Although my love for horses has always been true, in my youth I took a more self-centered view of our relationship. What could they do for me? I thought about what we might accomplish together, …
The power of positive training and positive discipline work together to create a harmonious relationship between you and your horse. This clinic focuses on developing trust, respect and understanding between you and your horse, all while promoting a safe and enjoyable environment for learning. You will learn positive reinforcement techniques …
Trail Obstacles Produce Training Opportunities for Horses and Riders Trail courses have many benefits. Primarily, they create interest for horses and riders and provide positive training opportunities. They can also be beneficial for the natural environment around us. Landscaping a trail course with a few native plants or a pollinator …
Signs, Symptoms, and Solutions for Improving Your Horse’s Flexibility Riding a horse who has achieved a high degree of suppleness gives a wonderful feeling to its rider. A supple horse moves fluidly and freely over the ground. Its hind legs reach well under its body while bending the joints of …
Response in Spite of Trouble This month we wrap up our discussion on the principle of Response in Spite of Trouble, having covered the foundational understanding and some examples of situations starting on the ground. If you’ve not been reading along, I encourage you to check out the articles in …
