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The temperature makes it possible to have a Houston horse drawn carriage ride anytime of the year. In fact, riding along in an old-fashioned carriage drawn by a beautiful horse can be one of the simple pleasures in life no matter what season it may be. Expert Author: Mari Milian | Summary For many centuries horseback riding has been much popular for many reasons. Soon, horse riding became a chief mode of travel. First, horses were mainly used for fighting and hunting purposes as the speed of the horse gave people good advantage. With the arrival of carriages, people are able to move themselves and their belongings to long distances with very little difficulty. Expert Author: Simon Viney | Summary The range of horse bits on sale is bewildering to all but the most seasoned ... I was going to say rider, but in this instance perhaps a better word is technician! - there are literally hundreds of different designs for different purposes. However , before you start thinking about changing the bits, a reality check is often helpful. Expert Author: Kathy Keeley | Summary Good grooms are worth their weight in gold at a horse show. The groom is a key behind-the-scenes partner in a successful show career and has his own role to play in making sure horses are well cared for and kept ready to show. Expert Author: Ron Petracek | Summary It's no fun when you lose your balance going over a jump. Learn how to keep your position even on horses who go really big! Expert Author: Ron Petracek | Summary Why zigzagging isn't a good idea! - And other riding tips that you will find quite useful. Expert Author: Carl Wagner | Summary At one time or another, the sales pitch of a handicapping system has sucked all of us in. We just couldn't resist the promise of big returns for a small investment and bought some product. The system usually had us doing hours of mathematical calculations or looking for some implausible angle that arose maybe once a month. Cash some tickets; rip some up, either way we might be little or no better off. My goal in this writing is to steer the reader away from future awful purchases and shed some light on what to really expect from systems. Expert Author: Matt Kotas | Summary Horse back riding can be a wonderful past time that allows you to be outdoors and take in the beauty of nature. It can be an exhilarating experience mounted on the back of a horse, letting them provide the mode of transportation. Expert Author: Kathy Keeley | Summary Our family became involved in horse showing when we started out in local farm shows and then moved to local association shows and onto regional and national AAA circuit shows. We gained valuable insight along the way, had to upgrade our horses and our tack, and had to develop a single-minded focus for all involved. Expert Author: Kathy Keeley | Summary In late January, we start organizing lists and beginning to plan what has to be done for the upcoming season. We start sorting, cleaning, and reorganizing our show items and develop joint lists and distribute the work. Here's how we divide our tasks... Expert Author: Kathy Keeley | Summary Horse showing creates many opportunities to parent and raise a healthy teenager. Teachable moments are prevalent throughout a horse show, as well as opportunities to practice communication skills and instill your family values in your teen Below are some real-life examples of how you can transform sports situations found in horse shows into real life lessons. Expert Author: Kathy Keeley | Summary Horse showing provides an incredible opportunity for learning important life lessons for both teens and their parents. Sportsmanship, competition, and learning to deal with losing can serve as the basis for significant teachable moments for parents. We have a unique role to play in helping our children keep their perspective, and we can provide important emotional support during tough times, as well. Expert Author: Kathy Keeley | Summary Horse showing provides a great opportunity for young children to watch you set and achieve goals, for older children to participate with you in goal setting, and for teens to set their own goals in conjunction with you. Expert Author: Kathy Keeley | Summary Traveling the horse show circuit can be quite an adventure, especially when you're traveling with your daughter. Below are 10 "school of hard knock" lessons we've learned along the way... Expert Author: Kathy Keeley | Summary Teachable moments are all around us every single day in every activity that we do. As a parent, it's important to remember our responsibility as role models to our children, whatever the situation, so that they learn effective life lessons that will serve them always. Here are three of my best tips for surviving the show experience and making the most of the time with your child. Expert Author: Stacey Christiansen | Summary If you have anything to do with horses, or know someone who does, chances are you've heard the term "natural horsemanship". Regardless of your particular view of natural horsemanship it's here to stay… at least until the next 'new' thing comes along. Expert Author: Ron Petracek | Summary Natural horsemanship can help establish a relationship of trust and understanding between horse and rider. Pat Parelli makes this easy by creating games that you can use to work with your horse.  Your First Lesson - Regardless of their age, new riding students feel more comfortable having an ideExpert Author: Ron Petracek | Summary Your First Lesson When their first riding lesson is nearly at hand, students often wonder what type of horse they will get and what they will be expected to accomplish. It's understandable that some students have anxiety as they wonder what to expect. Expert Author: Ron Petracek | Summary Preparing for Your First Lesson You've always wanted to ride a horse, and now you finally have the opportunity as your first lesson is soon approaching. No doubt, you'll be feeling some anxiety as you don't know what to expect, but that feeling is normal!
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