Show environments can be stressful to horses, and it’s not uncommon for horses to buddy up at the showgrounds and then react when taken away from one another. This is especially true when one horse is left at the trailer and the other one is taken away from it. The one left at the trailer […]
The Posse Returns to Action for the August NWC DVD
Clinton’s back with the horsemen of the Method group “DUH Posse” for more lessons in the Intermediate level of the Method. Once you and your horse understand the Fundamentals level of the Method, it’s time to move on and challenge yourself, which is exactly what these group members did. “One of the worst things you […]
Great horsemen possess three qualities: feel, timing and experience. The only way to get good feel and timing is through experience. One of the best ways to gain experience is by attending a horsemanship clinic.
While having the right knowledge and being resourceful in your environment are keys to training your horse, there’s no denying that a great training facility makes the process easier. When he built the Downunder Horsemanship Ranch that features a 350′ x 150′ covered arena, 350′ diameter round outdoor arena, 50′ roundpens, an obstacle course with […]
Two-and-a-half months from now, Clinton is opening the gates of the Downunder Horsemanship Ranch for the first-ever Ranch Rally – the biggest two days in the history of his company. On Friday, October 30th and Saturday, October 31st, 500 of our most loyal fans will be joining us for two days jam packed with innovation, […]
Have you considered how you will be watering your horses this winter? When it comes to keeping horses healthy, nothing is more important than fresh water on demand. So why rely on hauling heavy buckets of water or filling wasteful, expensive-to-heat stock tanks that can so easily run out or get stale? Step up to […]
I often get asked if when teaching a horse the Fundamentals if you can work on the groundwork and riding exercises at the same time. People often wonder if it’s better to teach all of the groundwork exercises first, and then start to work on the riding exercises. At the ranch, when we get horses […]
Clinton is bringing three days of in-depth instruction covering the Fundamentals level of his horse training method to Arrowhead Arena in Maple Lake, Minnesota, August 7th, 8th and 9th. Please note that the arena in which the clinic is being held has been changed from the original location. The new venue’s address is: 9859 Clementa […]
Attention Four-Legged Manure Machines, Every morning I’m reminded why I love being an equestrian when I’m greeted with your sweet nickers and bright eyes. But that moment instantly dissipates as I gaze upon the disaster that is your stall. I now know how a hotel housekeeper must feel after a night of Keith Richards’ post-concert […]
When you’re working with your horse, remember that you’re not trying to perfect every single lesson every day; you’re just trying to improve each one a little bit. If the horse is doing better today than yesterday, quit – you’ve done your job. It’s time to move on to a new exercise. The worst thing […]