Just to think that Country Tough Trail Versatility (CT2V) had 38 participants in 2018, and has 165 members in 2020 is humbling. CT2V was founded by David and Brandy Von Holten in Mora, MO. CT2V is a competition association that is a combination of obstacles without...
Bits can be tricky, and you can find yourself disqualified very quickly if you do not understand the rules about bits and training aides.
Before we talk about bits, let’s discuss training aides. Tie downs, cavessons, and running martingales are training aides. They are meant to...
Let me give you a brief feel for my absolute favorite sport with my mule, mounted archery. If you are right handed, you have your bow in your left hand. Your stirrups are a little shorter than you are used to typically, but that is ok, because you are lifted out of your seat. ...
Tracking your time in the saddle or driving your horse can be exponentially beneficial. Using a tracking system can be fun and rewarding. Let’s explore reasons to track...
The Illinois Horse Fair was held in Springfield, IL March 2-4, 2018! Amongst all the excitement from vendors, clinicians, and spectators, a huge draw was to the breed show. The breed show showcased around twenty different acts from sidesaddle, Appaloosas, trick riders, American...
If you ask 100 people if equine are good on the trail riding, I expect 95% would rave about their horses/mules. What about the other 5%? I own one of those mules. Well, if he is in the middle of a calm group, he is solid, but if I put him in the front, then it is like I am...
Have you ever had someone demand something when you would have gladly done it if they would have asked nicely? Have you ever had a boss that was too bossy? Think about how much more could get done if every request was asked, then told, and then demanded. This is the basis of...
Amberley Snyder is a professional barrel racer from Utah. Some of you may know her from the Netflix movie released earlier this year called Walk. Ride. Rodeo. You see, in 2010, Amberley was ejected from her truck after she overcorrected from going off the road as she was looking at...
Most trainers will tell you that your horse can only go up, down, left, right, forward, or backwards. Horses are spunky creatures and with them being two wheel drive, I am here to tell you the new and improved ways in which your horse can react.
Yabba Dabba Doo
In the Yabba Dabba Doo, there...
First, if you are having trouble with your horse, do not be afraid to seek help from a trainer or clinician. Do not feel like a lesser rider by wearing a helmet, and ride with others until you have overcome any issues. Your safety always needs to be a priority!
In my world, I must...
As a host, you are not going to be perfect. As soon as you can come to terms with this inevitable truth, you will regain hours of sleep and find a peace of mind that is priceless. Follow me through a journey of a few of my face first fumbles I have encountered as a host.
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Prizes for an equine competition allow you to connect with your competitors, acknowledge their accomplishments, have fun, and promote your event! Prizes can range in price, size, and usefulness. With my husband and I hosting for several different organizations at our equine facility...
