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Western Riding

Bodybuilding for the Western Horse

  A systematic training approach addresses your horse’s fitness from head to tail. Whether you run barrels or trail ride,…

20 years ago


Better Pole Bending

Aside from barrel racing, pole bending is the most popular speed event in America. Throughout show season, at local competitions,…

20 years ago

The Vaquero Way

"The Vaquero method of training is a beautiful song,” explains Sheila Varian, “sung with the softness and beauty of the…

20 years ago

Cowboy Mounted Shooting

About the AuthorKim and Kari Baker are identical twins who raise Appaloosas on their Montana ranch. Do you often hanker…

20 years ago

Riding the Flat and Running Walk

Riding the flat and running walk on a Walking Horse is like floating through air—it’s the ultimate ride,” says performance…

21 years ago

Speed Event Schooling Strategies

Practice makes perfect, right? Yes, but if your speed event practice consists of running a pattern over and over again,…

21 years ago

Extend the Jog and Collect Benefits

When schooling, the majority of western riders focus their attention on establishing consistently slow and steady gaits, which are essential…

21 years ago

Flawless Riding Position

A good equitation rider will always stand out by creating the impression that horse and rider are one, riding effortlessly…

21 years ago

Grooming for Halter and Showmanship

One of the things that draws us to horses is their beauty. In halter classes, this attribute is center stage.…

21 years ago

Leading Your Halter Horse to Victory

Like contestants in a Miss America pageant they strut and parade their exceptional beauty and perfect bodies. Their glossy coats…

22 years ago