Trailer brakes are required by law in most states. They should be required everywhere, regardless of trailer size or how many horses you haul. This isn’t about bureaucracy. It’s about …
The same features that allow the Prusik to used to great effect by climbers in ascending a mountain (i.e. the knot will easily slide to where it is needed and …
“A solid plan doesn’t make a trip predictable; it makes it possible.” Every great horse-camping trip begins long before you tighten the cinch. It starts with maps spread out, coffee …
Slow Down and Breathe for Effective Training Mr. Thomas, my high school band director, was notorious for his temper. He’d hurl his baton at students when they didn’t follow his …
Trail riding entails risks. A few years ago, along the Canadian border in the Pasayten Wilderness, we noticed a thick smoke plume rising in the distance. Haze began to fill …
Want to escape civilization but find the idea of venturing into the wilderness with a pack mule overwhelmingly complex? Tales of horses, hitches, and rocky trails making a diamond hitch …
Ellie kicked Alex. It was a stark reminder of my oversight. I hadn’t upheld my end of the bargain and had neglected to train her appropriately. That was a few …
Volunteer Efforts are Needed to Restore Burned Trails Unfortunately, wildfire racing across the landscape is a story that repeats itself every year. As forests burn, they take a toll on …
While doing clinics at the Equifest of Kansas, I paused to check out the weekly Ty Evans newsletter. I’m glad I did. Ty posted a list of 6 Principles of a …
Find Horse Training Success in Less-than-ideal Situations A round pen is one of those items that has been on my wish list for a while. Everywhere you look, it seems …