Gathered from the author's over 80 years of experience with horses and riders, this book features useful information about training both, in an easy-to-use and easy-to-carry format. A MUST READ for anyone interested in the well-schooled horse.

All too often, dressage books attempt to cover the entire breadth of the discipline within their pages, giving short shrift to any one level. In Moving Freely Forward-the first volume in a three-part series covering training, first, and second level-Krister Swartz gets into the nitty-gritty of training level dressage. In lively language and using analogies that bring the overarching principles of correct riding to life, he breaks down the fundamental skills and concepts needed for training level into pieces that every rider can grasp. A USDF 'L' graduate with distinction, he explains what the judge is looking for at training level, how she arrives at the score for each movement, and what qualities determine each collective score. In an informative lunging primer, he demystifies this essential art, dissecting the techniques that a skilled lunger takes for granted. Finally, in a section that will be invaluable for competitors who must often work on their own, he walks the reader through each training level test, giving concrete advice that will help the rider focus on the essentials and ride proactively, resulting in a confident, purposeful test. Miranda Ottewell's illustrations bring essential principles of riding to life, and illuminate the way the biomechanics of horse and rider function together to achieve the ideal we all recognize when we see a horse and rider in harmony.

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My aim with this book was twofold. I wanted a book that could be kept with your tack as a handy reference and to give easy, understandable information that all can make good use of. This book is about having the chance to try a better way to understand riding and training. It covers most things people need to train themselves and their horses. It goes through some simple to understand ideas so everyone can try. More advanced understanding can come through my other books or your own studies. I consider horses are the same, when born, everywhere in the world. If a horse has a problem, man put it there, therefore studying how past masters evolved horsemanship is important. They have tried it all before and then handed their understanding to us. There seems to be a lot of new techniques and ways to train horses like "Horse Whispering," "Equine body language," "Parelli" and others. All this work has been carried out before, and if people thought about it, most of it people already do. It is good to understand all aspects of horsemanship, from equestrian science to Classical Dressage, but it is important to not lose sight of the art and passion for training horses. I consider horse owners to be intelligent people who know when something is right, but due to the confusion of so many methods sometimes lose sight of where they're going. This book gives all the tools needed to produce a horse that is enjoyable to ride, whether your chosen discipline is dressage, show jumping, eventing or just hacking. You don't need gadgets, just thought and common sense. People who don't ride will find this interesting and informative, helping them to understand those who do. Good riding is not something that can only be carried by a few, but can be achieved by all. This book is a needed guide to help people start to understand and remind those that do about the true art of riding and training.

For the truly stalwart sports fans, this short missive will surely tweak whatever remote interest the reader might have in "out of the box" sports. It is not the best spectator sport, but one, when experienced, is addictive. Visit "base camp" once - at least by reading if not in person There are other endurance riding books which aptly explain the "how-to" of preparing for and completing a ride. This, on the other hand, will assist in preparing a person for the "everything else" of the sport - camping, planning, companionship, or not, and so forth.

When Josie's best friends all head away from River County Texas for summer vacation, she is left with two options; work at the cemetery with her dad and have the most uncool summer ever or shovel manure at the Walker ranch. Josie chooses the ranch, despite her fear of horses. Josie finds a mentor in Nina, a kind-hearted Choctaw Native American woman, who helps Josie discover her natural talent for horse jumping. This ignites the jealousy of Gretchen Walker, the boss's beauty queen daughter and skilled horseback rider who's not used to anyone showing her up. When Josie's own mom is blinded to Gretchen's devious ways and dazzling smiles, Josie thinks it might be the worst summer of her life. Will Gretchen drive Josie away or will she stand up for her herself and find her Stable Ground?

These have been my experiences these last eleven years of drug free racing, i will share training, diet and treatments for the drug free athlete as well as some inspiring and hart breaking stories. A must have for all horse owners containing all of my treatments for cut, sprains, bows, colds, hoof problems etc. If you ever wondered if horses can still compete at the highest levels without race day medications open these pages and find out. By following my program you have a plan to train your own horse and make your dream come true as it has for me.

This book is a must have if you are looking at buying a pony for your small child or beginning your child in horse riding. Meredith shares her knowledge on what to look for when buying a pony, tips with training and ways to ensure your tiny tot's safety around their ponies. It is aimed at very small children from a few months to around 5 years old.

Prepping your horse for a first ride requires plenty of ground work. Here are your step-by-step instructions. This book provides simple and objective training for the unbroke horse, from first-time bridling and saddling to sacking out, bridle work from the ground, pre-mount work, and your (necessarily short) first ride. You'll learn the proven methods of John Lyons, tips to keep you safer, and tricks to save time. Today's the perfect day to get started putting a proper foundation on your horse, a solid start that'll pay big dividends for the rest of his life. If you began your training in the round pen, this book outlines the next steps If you haven't round penned your horse, you can still begin with this book BUT round penning beforehand is highly recommended. We'll get you into the saddle for a first ride -- and finish up with a chapter designed to prep you the rider/trainer, for all future rides, demonstrating specifically how to use your reins for quicker, easier results with horses of all ages. A good ninety percent of the issues I see at a typical riding clinic could have been prevented if the rider knew a few simple rules about how to hold (and release ) those reins. Developing a "good feel" for when and how to pick up and drop those reins will make training easier at all stages of your horse's life -- especially when astride a young and nervous colt when clear communication is most paramount. Finally, pinned to the tail of this book, you'll find "Cinchy Horses." Should you find yourself training a youngster who's especially goosey at the tightening of the cinch, you'll want this "what to do" fix. Only you can judge whether your colt or filly is ready for this material: Though not a mandatory prerequisite, round penning your horse (using the methods of John Lyons) is the smart thing to do before completing the material in this book. Ideally, your horse is now relaxed around you, leads well, has been taught to turn away from you as well as to face you (consistently keeping two eyes on you), and is wholly desensitized to your hand and various objects. At an absolute minimum, your horse must remain calm and willing in most circumstances when being worked with (today), is thoroughly "used to" being handled, and you must have the ability to turn the horse toward you as well as away. You must be able to lead your horse, he isn't head shy, and you can handle his entire body, ears, and all four feet. If not, check out the prerequisite work found in my book "Round Pen: First Steps to Starting a Horse." This book is broken down into five "Days" or sessions, each designed for you to take at a pace you set: Day One: First-time bridling Day Two: Bridle work from the ground (hip and shoulder control) Day Three: Sacking out and first saddling Day Four: Pre-mount work up Day Five: First Ride Plus: "The Reins: 5 Tips to Improve Your Use" "Cinchy Horses" What this book does not cover: It's loaded with early-stages training for the green horse - but it does not cover elementary sacking out (again, see my book "Round Penning: First Steps to Starting a Horse"), nor does it offer training beyond the first few weeks after first saddling up. It teaches you hip and shoulder control from the ground, how to bridle and saddle up for the first time and what you need to do to take the first ride - which will necessarily be a short one. It gives you pointers as to how you should further your training (beyond the parameters of this book) but it does not cover "riding training" (turning, stopping, speed control, etc.) beyond lessons recommended for your first dozen or so "rides." If you're going to be the first person to sit on your colt, don't you want to do everything possible to assure yourself of success? Use the Lyons methods described in this book to build a rock solid foundation You'll save tons of time and aggravation in the future if you take the time to do it right today.

The book is an insight into the life of Polocrosse from its early beginnings in 1948 at Fort Victoria and covers 60 years of development through turbulent times to be one of the leading nations in the sport. It recollects all the characters that played their part through different clubs and brings out the humour, frustrations and determination that made this small turbulent country a nation to be reckoned with. It digs deep into the past in search of where it all began before Australia gave the modern sport its name and follows through with the sequence of nations joining the global family of Polocrosse. An easy read and with a lot of photo's, it takes the older generation down memory lane whilst giving the younger, a sense of belonging and a proud contributor of a growing sport.

Another eBook and Paperback Nugget from The Soul of a Horse Best selling author Joe Camp and his wife Kathleen were lucky enough to stumble onto Monty Roberts Join-Up before their first horse ever arrived, so that's where they began with each and every one of their herd. And it made such an absolute difference for them to establish relationship first and true leadership right from the get-go. Their herd members are now all willing partners who never stop trying. Stacy Westfall says the best thing she ever did for her training is to do no training whatsoever until the relationship is right. Come along with Joe and Kathleen as they learned what to do, how to do it, and why. And why and how it very simply changed everything with their horses. The stories you love and the information you need will always be with you. What Readers and Critics Are Saying About Joe Camp "Joe Camp is a master storyteller." The New York Times "Joe Camp is a gifted storyteller and the results are magical. Joe entertains, educates and empowers, baring his own soul while articulating keystone principles of a modern revolution in horsemanship." Rick Lamb, Author and TV/Radio host "The Horse Show" "This book is fantastic It has given me shivers, made me laugh and cry, and I just can't seem to put it down " Cheryl Pannier, WHO Radio AM 1040 Des Moines "One cannot help but be touched by Camp's love and sympathy for animals and by his eloquence on the subject." Michae Korda The Washington Post "Joe Camp is a natural when it comes to understanding how animals tick and a genius at telling us their story. His books are must-reads for those who love animals of any species." Monty Roberts, Author of New York Times Best-seller The Man Who Listens to Horses "The tightly written, simply designed, and powerfully drawn chapters often read like short stories that flow from the heart. Camp has become something of a master at telling us what can be learned from animals, in this case specifically horses, without making us realize we have been educated, and, that is, perhaps, the mark of a real teacher." Jack L. Kennedy, The Joplin Independent "This book is absolutely fabulous An amazing, amazing book. You're going to love it." Janet Parshall's America "Joe speaks a clear and simple truth that grabs hold of your heart." Yvonne Welz, Editor, The Horses Hoof Magazine "I wish you could hear my excitement for Joe Camp's new book. It is unique, powerful, needed." Dr. Marty Becker, best-selling author of several Chicken Soup for the Soul books and popular veterinary contributor to ABC's Good Morning America "I got my book yesterday and hold Joe Camp responsible for my bloodshot eyes. I couldn't put it down and morning came early Joe transports me into his words. I feel like I am right there sharing his experiences. And his love for not just horses, but all of God's critters pours out from every page." Ruth Swander - Reader "I love this book It is so hard to put it down, but I also don't want to read it too fast. I don't want it to end Every person who loves an animal must have this book. I can't wait for the next one " Nina Black Reid - Reader "I LOVED the book I had it read in 2 days. I had to make myself put it down. Joe and Kathleen have brought so much light to how horses should be treated and cared for. Again, thank you " Anita Large - Reader "LOVE the new book... reading it was such an emotional journey. Joe Camp is a gifted writer." MaryKay Thul Longacre - Reader "I was actually really sad, when I got to the last page, because I was looking forward to picking it up every night." Sabine Reynoso - Reader "The Soul of a Horse Blogged is insightful, enlightening, emotionally charged, hilarious, packed with wonderfully candid photography, and is masterfully woven by a consummate storyteller. Wonderful reading " Harry H. MacDonald - Reader "I simply love the way Joe Camp writes. He stirs my soul." Debbie K - Reader

Chris LeDoux was a rodeo icon, known for his ability to ride bareback horses and a world championship. But Chris also had a talent with a guitar and an ability to put the life and thoughts of a rodeo cowboy into song. With the help of his family Chris started selling audio-cassettes out of his rigging bag at rodeos, just as a way to help pay his way down the road. Little did he or anyone else know that after he hung up his bareback rigging and stowed the rigging bag, that he would become a country music sensation, "Gold Buckle Dreams: The Life and Times of Chris LeDoux" tells not only of Chris's life growing up and on into rodeo, but is has been expanded to include his life after rodeo. Although Chris LeDoux and his music had a big following in rodeo, it was not until Garth Brooks mentioned LeDoux in a song, that the rest of the world discovered the man. When his career ended in rodeo, LeDoux found a second round of fame in the music world, where he gained an international following. Unfortunately his life ended prematurely, the legend and music of Chris LeDoux live on.

"The Rodeo Road" offers twenty short stories that portray a rodeo cowboy's career from kids' rodeos through competition on the professional rodeo circuit. From fifteen years participation as a rodeo contestant the author brings to life the people and places that he knew while traveling the rodeo road. Although the names and places have been changed, the stories are mined from the author's own experiences and ring true to what most people could expect if they went rodeoing. Meet the kids that develop their skills at home on the ranch riding a "cowboy-engineered" bucking barrel for practice and then hold a winter rodeo in the barnyard on a dark freezing night. Travel halfway across Kansas to win a check and get hung up in a stirrup, all on the same ride. Get to know, personally, all nine saddle bronc riders as they compete at the big rodeo in Camwalla. Feel the thrill of "strapping your wood" on the greatest bronc of all time. Experience such diverse yet historic events as Houston's Livestock Show and Rodeo and Milburn's "Oldest Rodeo." Slip into a pair of well-worn boots and feel the weight of 400 cubes under the hood as you and Sid knife through the Colorado mountains on an 800 mile run competing at three rodeos in three days. Best of all, share in the grueling test of ten go-rounds at the National Finals Rodeo as you ride with Blain Connor when he takes on the top fifteen bronc riders in the world and challenges championship bucking stock in a quest to see what he's made of. You're on the rodeo road and you are eating, sleeping, traveling and competing with the men and animals of rodeo as they really are.

The aged horse has so much to offer: wisdom, experience, and confidence, to name a few attributes. Helping him grow old in good health and with dignity is a gift every horse owner hopes to be able to bestow. In this expanded and updated edition of Aging Horse, Dr. Getty covers all the elements you need to know about feeding your mature horse to foster his longevity and prolong his usefulness.

As it is with people, so it is with horses. There is what you see on the surface, and then there is what is churning below. Lizzy's good work ethic, and a desire to learn, will take her only so far. To go beyond the books, beyond the riding lessons, she will need courage. Why? Wild Child. He is beauty coupled with power, but mean as a rattlesnake. He triggers reactions in everyone who sees him; envy; ambition; and fear. And he is her responsibility. But not her only challenge. Some rattlesnakes are two-legged. She will find some of her teachers in unlikely places she could never have imagined. She will develop that special quality known among horsemen as "feel." So the journey of The Dressage Chronicles continues. Put on your helmet.

Ever want to consider intelligence beyond schools? Read Up, Down, and Over, and follow one person's journey to learn deep listening to hear horses and their stories. In so doing, she came to know her own truths. Without making a test of the levels of intelligence, horses teach us about ourselves and our connection with nature. Up, Down, and Over takes you for a ride among horses and their stories, so that we, too, begin to hear truths about the simple constancy of existence-if we will listen.

A book of unique, mysterious short stories with twist endings set in modern-day or the old West.

The Ethics and Passions of Dressage, Expanded Edition calls the reader to a re-dedication to the art of riding and the traditions of classical horsemanship. Charles de Kunffy challenges the reader to ask questions such as "Should competition challenge or reinforce classical horsemanship?" Furthermore, "What characteristics should be cultivated to transform the rider into a complete horse person? What are the individual's responsibilities to the preservation of classical horsemanship and academic equitation?" De Kunffy explains the true meanings of: non-confrontational riding and training, "on the bit," engagement, the development of the correct seat, and the use of hands and reins. He offers valuable advice on seeking instruction in classical dressage training. In the chapter entitled "Succinct Principles," de Kunffy doubles his single sentences kernels of wisdom from the first edition. This monumental contribution to equestrian literature is embellished with even more carefully-selected images of equestrian statues than the original edition. The Ethics and Passions of Dressage, Expanded Edition also includes additional chapters, recommended for the serious equestrian wanting to be simultaneously challenged and inspired. This book is sure to reaffirm the rider's dedication to an ethical approach to classical dressage. "If you want to express the utter joy, the drive, the energy that takes you forward on your journey with horses, it is here in this book." -Sylvia Loch