Come along with Fen and Tex as they go for a visit to drive with Cynthia and Hannah! Enjoy a little cones work in the arena, and meet Jerry the Fjord horse and Hannah's beautiful rare breed Suffolk Punch horses!
Tag: Horsemanship
Driving a Five-in-Hand Mountain Team
One of the more rarely seen turnouts is a five-in-hand, mountain team or pickaxe as it’s referred to here in the US. The first time I really became aware of the expression “mountain team” was when I was working for Andreas Nemitz, who used a five-in-hand to cross the Alps on his nine-day Lindau Messenger tour every year. I soon learned that driving a five-in-hand has its challenges!
A Joyful Training Session!
Training should be safe, effective... and FUN! Come along with Caryn as she practices her technique at Ranch Ride Carriage Drive!
Dainty Goes to the Dentist
Dental exams and tooth floating should be part of your routine horse care! Today, it's Dainty's turn to go to the dentist to have her teeth floated. Check out the video to see the complete process!
After the Rain, We’re Out to Train
After seven inches of rain, our arena and fields are too wet to use. But the ranch's water obstacle is full of rainwater and gives us a rare opportunity to educate our horses!
Variety in Training: A Change is as Good as a Rest!
Variety is important! The old adage, “a change is as good as a rest,” can really help to keep a horse from getting bored and naughty. But plan carefully and ramp up your training slowly to prevent injuries.
Mark Your Calendars for the 2024 CHA International Conference!
The 2024 CHA International Conference will be held October 31st to November 2nd, 2024, at Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas. Ranch Ride Carriage Drive is looking forward to participating and we hope to see you there!! Stay tuned for more details as they're announced on the CHA website, CHA.horse/international-conference!
Ranch Ride Carriage Drive Splashes into 2024!
At Ranch Ride Carriage Drive, we value the importance of variety in our training... and remember to have some fun with it, too!
The Importance of Proper Rein Adjustments
Correct rein adjustments are essential to help your driving pair function together smoothly and evenly. Incorrect adjustments and handling can result in poor horse behaviors, or can even contribute to accidents.
What’s Missing in My Turn?
Anytime we come to a curve in the road or track is a chance for us to practice bending our horses. Having them bend enables us to drive accurately and safely, whether it be through a course of cones, or around real-world obstacles such as parked cars.
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