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Western Dressage Tips

A Closer Look at Tack By Lynn Palm   Any time you get into a different discipline, it’s important to know what tack is allowed in competition. The smart rider researches ahead of time to learn all the rules about what tack is permitted (and what isn’t). I recommend practicing …

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The First Ride on Your Mustang

One Woman’s Process for Obtaining and Training Wild Mustangs Part 4 By Adrienne Devoe   (The author is providing information based on her knowledge and experience. In no way does she profess to have all the answers. She encourages the reader to do their research for the most complete information.) …

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The First Steps with Your Mustang

One Woman’s Process for Obtaining and Training Wild Mustangs, Part 2 By Adrienne Devoe   Note: The author is providing information based on her knowledge and experience. In no way does she profess to have all the answers. She encourages the reader to do their research for the most complete …

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Thinking of Adopting a Mustang?

February 2018

One Woman’s Process for Obtaining and Training Wild Mustangs, Part 1 by Adrienne Devoe   Note: The author is providing information based on her knowledge and experience. In no way does she profess to have all the answers. She encourages readers to do their research for the most complete information. …

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Control Your Hands

January 2018

The Three Rein Actions by Shelbie Fredenhagen   “The hands are the measure of a man’s intelligence.” – Maria Montessori Your hands are the most important aid you have. Because you are directly in contact with the most sensitive part of your horse, the mouth, it is paramount that you …

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Searching for a Good Mule?

September 2017

3 Things to Keep in Mind When Buying a Mule by Ty Evans   We’ve all made mistakes when buying mules and horses, and I’ve made all the mistakes in the book. I’ve bought mules sight-unseen, at auctions, in back yards, on the trail, and in the arena. Some of …

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Proprioception

December 2017

Find Your Body, Find Your Horse by Shelbie Fredenhagen   proprioception pro·pri·o·cep·tion (prō’prē-ō-sěp’shən) n. The unconscious perception of movement and spatial orientation arising from stimuli within the body itself. The American Heritage® Stedman’s Medical Dictionary Riding demands that we tie our awareness into our horse and ourselves. Riding is all about expanding …

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Control Your Body, Control Your Horse

November 2017

3 Body-Awareness Exercises by Shelbie Fredenhagen   “Movement is a medicine for creating change in a person’s physical, emotional, and mental state.” Carol Welch The first step to an effective leg while riding is to create body awareness and relaxed control. Without this, we either consciously or subconsciously block and hold …

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