May 28, 2024
In the heart of North Dakota, a unique event is set to strengthen the relationship between horses and their riders. The Carrington Equestrian Clinic is welcoming renowned trainers Shawna Karrasch and Jessie Hillegas for a deep dive into the art of Cooperative...
Mar 24, 2024
ADS [Photo: submitted by Elsabe Hausauer] Every once in a while, I hear the relationship between humans and horses being called “prey & predator relationship.” In other words, the relationship between humans and horses is dominated by the relationship...
Sep 30, 2023
ADS [Photo: Unseen Expressions by Carrie Kovash] A question I often hear is, “How do I help my horse self-regulate his emotions?” Learning how to identify and self-regulate our own emotions is one of the most valuable and useful life skills. This is such...
Sep 1, 2023
ADS Joe Armstrong [Photo: Spirit & Nature Productions] Many of the best horsemen to ride this earth have gathered their techniques and information over decades. Even better horsemen gather their information over decades and miles. Horsemanship has been an oral...
Apr 20, 2023
ADS Lyons and Boon. [Marci Jo Photography] “Training a horse takes time,” said Lyons. “A thought on a horse will eventually become an action, and my job as the rider has to be interesting, so it’s important enough for the horse to mean something during the training...
Apr 14, 2023
ADS Lyons demonstrating ‘guide’ and the end goal of the horse staying between the rider’s hands. [Photo: submitted] Horse training is somewhat simple according to legendary horse trainer, Josh Lyons, of Lyons Legacy based in Scottsdale, Arizona....
