Downunder Horsemanship - General
What to Look for in a Roundpen to Train Your Horse
I start every horse’s training in a roundpen following the Roundpenning exercises from the Fundamentals level of the Method. Do you have to? No, of course not.
Read MoreThe Walkabout Tour is Denver Bound in July
When the Walkabout Tour hits the Mile High City, we always have a phenomenal time. So to say our expectations for this year’s Denver, Colorado Walkabout Tour are big would be an understatement. Clinton and the Method are hitting the National Western Complex July 29th and 30th for two days of non-stop horsemanship instruction and […]
Read MoreGet Help for Your Horse in Denver, Colorado This Summer
Having trouble with your horse? Not sure what to try next? Or, just looking for a good start?
Read MoreFirst Tour of the Year is a Resounding Success
We were in Lexington, Virginia, at the Virginia Horse Center over the weekend putting on our first Walkabout Tour of the year. It was a great event with many new horsemen joining us and longtime members returning to continue to add to their knowledge. Throughout the weekend, Clinton and Professional Clinicians Kristin Hamacher and Jeff […]
Read MoreOn the Road to Our First 2023 Walkabout Tour
Our crew is headed eastbound to Lexington, Virginia, for this weekend’s Walkabout Tour presented by Ritchie Industries. It’s been quite a few years since Clinton and the Method have taken center stage at the Virginia Horse Center, and we can’t wait to be back! Schedule of Events Saturday Schedule: 9:00 – 12:00 Colt Starting, Part […]
Read MoreSerenity Farm Equine Sanctuary is Joining Us in Lexington
We’re excited to welcome Serenity Farm Equine Sanctuary of Louisa, Virginia, as our Ritchie Charity group for the Lexington Walkabout Tour! At each Walkabout Tour, Clinton and tour featured sponsor Ritchie Industries team up to select a local nonprofit organization to run the Ritchie Charity Ball Toss. All money raised throughout the ball toss goes […]
Read MoreWalkabout Tour Roundpens on Sale
Looking to add a roundpen to your facility? Get a deal and save on shipping by purchasing one of the Behlen roundpens Clinton uses at each Walkabout Tour stop. The 2023 tour will be making stops in Lexington, Virginia, Denver, Colorado, and Conroe, Texas. You’ll purchase the roundpen now, and then pick it up at […]
Read MoreCountdown to the First Walkabout Tour of 2023
Two months from now, our team will be in Lexington, Virginia, to hold the first Walkabout Tour presented by Ritchie Industries of the year. It’s been years since we’ve been to the Virginia Horse Center and we’re counting down the days to the event! Schedule of Events Saturday Schedule: 9:00 – 12:00 Colt Starting, Part […]
Read MoreTraining Tip: Let Your Horse Digest Corrections
When you make a correction and your horse responds correctly, let him think about it. Literally stop and let the horse stand still and digest what just happened. You’ll find that if you give your horse a chance to process the situation, he’ll be less likely to make the mistake again. Too many people get […]
Read MoreWe Want to Help Your Equine Non-Profit Group
For over 20 years, we’ve been helping non-profit organizations raise funds for their cause at our Walkabout Tours. At each tour stop, Clinton teams up with our tour feature sponsor Ritchie Industries to put on the Ritchie Charity Ball Toss. A local organization with equine connections is selected to run the ball toss that has […]
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