Imagine you are starting a new job with very complex skills, a demanding boss, and all new surroundings. Sounds pretty daunting. Now imagine you can only work on those new skills for an hour a week. Now add to the mix that you are a child with limited life skills. Seems downright impossible, doesn’t it? Yet that is exactly what parents expect when children are learning to ride … [Read more...] about How Parents Can Make The Most of Children’s Riding Lessons~
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Mind Your Manners!
It’s a busy day here at the barn. Several horses and riders are using the arena. One is lunging at one end. Another is a complete beginner working on just getting her horse to go where she wants it to. Still another is working on barrel racing while another is setting up a jump. What’s a rider to do? How can all these riders co-exist in the same arena without someone … [Read more...] about Mind Your Manners!
How To Clean A Horse Blanket
Spring has sprung. Summer is nearly upon us. The cool days and nights of winter are just a memory. The horses are shedding with a vengeance and your daily ritual of taking blankets on and off is over for the season. So what do you do with those smelly, stiff, dirty blankets? Now is the time to get them cleaned, repaired and ready for next year. The first step is to wash them. … [Read more...] about How To Clean A Horse Blanket
Curry On!
Curry? It's a spice. Or a tasty, exotic dish served with rice. While that might be true, but it's also a very important equine grooming tool. Often refered to as a Curry Comb although it is not a comb at all. Curries are often overlooked, misused or deleted altogether. Currying is a very important step in keeping your horses clean and … [Read more...] about Curry On!
How To Clean An English Saddle
Every day we ride in our tack. We use and abuse our saddles, bridles, halters, pads, and bits. Unless you intend to replace these items every few years, you had better plan on taking care of them. Our saddles are our biggest investment next to the horses themselves. They are also the most used and often the least cared for. Our safety depends on the condition of our … [Read more...] about How To Clean An English Saddle