We took Fen to her first competition, Texas Derby Days, sponsored by the Tejas Carriage Association and the Houston Area Carriage Association. We had a lot of fun with our friends and Fen did well... how well? You'll have to watch the video to find out!
Ranch Ride Carriage Drive Takes a Look at the Driver’s Seat!
Why is the carriage driver's seat wedge-shaped? What's the difference in configuration between modern vehicles and antique ones? Hint: did you know that British men in the 1870s were on average five inches shorter than British men in the 1970s? Watch Paul (uncomfortably) demonstrate what it's like in the driver's seat!
HACA Luncheon July 2024: Sharing the Achenbach Style of Driving
Many thanks to the Houston Area Carriage Association for the invitation to speak to the Club about Achenbach driving and our experiences with it! We enjoyed the chance to share a meal with our carriage driving friends, to talk a bit about our past driving experiences, and to demonstrate the Achenbach driving technique using our rein machine! We hope everyone enjoyed the event as much as we did!
Coming Up in September 2024: Hinkson Valley Pony Club Driving Clinic!
We’re excited to support the Hinkson Valley Pony Club for their upcoming driving and ground driving clinic, September 13 – 15, 2024, at Belle Cheval Farm in Rocheport, Missouri!
Cleaning Up After Hurricane Beryl, July 2024
We found ourselves in the eye of Hurricane Beryl early on the morning of July 8th. Like many in the Houston area, we are cleaning up from flooding, property damage, downed trees, and loss of power. Thankfully, everyone at the ranch is unhurt and healthy (including the four-legged residents)! We pray that all of you are well, too!
A Summer Day at the Ranch
Enjoy a summer day with Ranch Ride Carriage Drive - we're busy with lessons, helping to manage cattle and crops, and challenging Fen with new training experiences! Along the way we were treated to the sight of a crop duster at work, and a dust devil churning through our hayfield.
Reins: Fit, Safety, Materials, and Maintenance
Come along with Ranch Ride Carriage Drive as we show you how to choose the best width for your hand, talk a bit about synthetics, and show you what to look for in your safety inspections.
A Brief Overview of Carriage Shaft Hardware and Fittings
Ranch Ride Carriage Drive answers your questions! Lately we've had some questions about the hardware and fittings on carriage shafts. What's this brass thing? What goes in this second staple? If you've ever wondered, here's your chance to find out! Come along with us as Paul explains each fitting, step by step.
Practicing Start, Stop, and Steer with a Simple Cones Circle
Ranch Ride Carriage Drive practices driving turns and transitions using a simple cones pattern to improve confidence and accuracy.
Events: CHA International Conference, October 31 – November 2, 2024
We are excited to partner with our colleagues at the Certified Horsemanship Association for their International Conference this Fall! We are honored to be invited to present some topics in driving. October is coming up fast, so mark your calendars!
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