Trail Ride! Many riders begin riding just for this activity. Trail riding provides a relaxing break from the day to day grind. It gets you out in nature, connects you with your horse and gives you time to spend with friends. However; problems can and do arise. Can you diminish the likelihood of issues and handle those that occur? With proper planning you can! Here … [Read more...] about Tips for Safer Trail Riding
CRK Training Times January 2013
CRK Training Times Bits of News For Horse People January 2013 Happy New Year! Important January Dates~ January 1, 2013- Happy New Year! No lessons January 16-21- Chris's Air Force Graduation in Texas Important February Dates~ February 14- Happy Valentine's Day! February 18- Presidents Day- Lessons as usual Important March Dates~ March 10- Daylight Savings … [Read more...] about CRK Training Times January 2013
CRK Training Times December 2012
CRK Training Times Bits of News For Horse People December 2012 Happy Holidays! Important December Dates~ Dec. 25- Christmas- No Lessons Important January Dates~ January 1, 2013- Happy New Year! No lessons ____________________________________ No Lesson Days~ No lessons will be held on the following days. Your account will be credited. Please make a note of … [Read more...] about CRK Training Times December 2012
How to Give Medicine to Your Horse
Ok, it's finally happened. You went to the barn this morning and your horse, Sweet Pea, was sick. Or lame. Or hurt. You called your trusty veterinarian who came out and treated Sweet Pea and all will be well in time. He/She then handed you a bag filled with bottles of pills and instructions. After the vet drove off to their next appointment, you looked … [Read more...] about How to Give Medicine to Your Horse
Are you ready to canter?
As my students progress through our lesson program they always want to know when they can canter or lope. At the first interview, they usually ask when they get to run or gallop, which shows their lack of experience. As their instructor I have to give them an answer. When is a student ready to canter or lope? What skill set do they need to possess in order to safely … [Read more...] about Are you ready to canter?