Here are the seven things to teach your horse to keep your trail outings as harmonious and enjoyable as possible.
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Horsemanship courses and clinics at a ranch are perfect for singles, couples, friends, the whole family or even corporate retreats.
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Check out exclusive dude ranch bargains and specials on horseback riding vacations.
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Horseback riding in a winter wonderland. If you thought ranching holidays were only a summer vacation think again, for winter is a magical time to visit a ranch.
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Dan Aadland writing for The Trail Rider discusses how to ride safely during the winter.
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Here are tips from the AQHA to help you have fun and stay safe horseback riding.
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From clearing brush to trail footwear selection, we offer tips from two experts who'll keep you on track.
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This fall, head to Washington, D.C., and ride through the rich history of our nation’s capital. Here’s a list of upcoming trail rides, plus overnight stabling in nearby Maryland and Virginia.
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Horseback riding can be even more enjoyable when you’re helping protect and share the land.
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Plan your next Western vacation with this definitive list of 253 North American guest ranches. compiled by Christine Larsen for American Cowboy magazine.
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Check out these lightweight, comfortable saddles specifically designed for trail and endurance riding.
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Strike gold on this multi-day ride that mirrors Yosemite’s beauty (minus the crowds).
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To beach or not to beach? That is often the question – at least when it comes to finding a great value vacation. But when it comes to getting the most for your bucks, could a western horseback riding holiday be the better option?
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Top clinician/trainer Julie Goodnight teaches you how to sit securely as you ride up and down hills. She’ll also help you gain control of your horse’s speed, no matter what the terrain.
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Riding on the beach is a "bucket-list" item of many riders, and with good reason. But if you decide to try riding it, here are things to keep in mind.
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A horse who eats on the trail isn't paying attention to his rider. Here's how to redirect his focus.
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Medical Editor Mathew Mackay-Smith, DVM, addresses an EQUUS reader's concerns about equine conditioning in preparation for long summer trail rides.
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Ride on an AQHA trail ride or in a Trail Challenge and rack up the hours in the Horseback Riding Program!
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July 12, 2012--The guide shows what you need to play cowboy (or cowgirl) on your cattle-driving, horseback-riding vacation.
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Avoid summer’s extreme heat by hitting high-altitude mountain trails. Here’s how to cope with mountain-riding weather.
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Follow these trail-riding safety tips, whether you ride your horse during the day or decide to go night riding.
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Wagonhound Land and Livestock in Douglas, Wyoming, hosted the 2011 ride benefitting the American Quarter Horse Foundation.
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Don’t leave home without considering your horse’s water needs. Here’s what to plan for, plus hauling, watering, and use tips.
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Here is advice from the experts on the items to carry and how to use them to keep broken tack from ruining your trail rides.
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Horse camping allows you to ride on trails in areas you've always dreamed about. On your own horse, you'll be able to access thousands of miles of trails, from oceans to lakeshores, mountain meadows to desert sands, local open space to wilderness.
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Asking questions and preparing are necessary before a trip, but it’s best to avoid a disaster in the first place by keeping emergency supplies on hand.
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Dan Aadland explains how to cross fast-moving streams with care.
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Stay safe while trail riding with tips and exercises from world champion horse trainer and top clinician Stacy Westfall.
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Learn when, where and how to ride like a real cowboy. From Top50 Ranches.
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March 19, 2012-- Ken Wolgram and "Ice" won all four of the NATRC's top awards, including high point horse in the nation.
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Keep your horse under control when encountering scary trail gremlins. By California trainer Robyn Spector.
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Colorado Game Warden Ron Zaccagnini gives advice on some things that you can do to minimize your exposure to danger with wildlife encounters. From MyHorse.com
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You may be ready for the trail, but is your horse? The AQHA has tips to prepare your horse mentally and physically.
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Holly Clanahan explains how dude ranches make the perfect vacation for horse lovers. From America's Horse Daily.
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When you're ready for memorable R&R, a vacation that involves horses can be just what the fun-doctor ordered.
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Starting in 2012, The American Quarter Horse Association offers Trail Challenges, a new competition for recreational riders.
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It's time to get out and ride, and the AQHA Trail Riding program is a great way to start.
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Darley Newman and Equitrekking.com discuss 15 of the world's greatest horseback riding trips for CNNGo.com
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Learn how to avoid seven sketchy situations on the trail--and how to get out of them as safely as possibly if they do catch you by surprise. From Horse&Rider magazine.
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Six growing sports offer hot new opportunities for Western riders. By Gavin Ehringer for Horse&Rider magazine.
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Riding through wild terrain--and herding cattle--is difficult enough, but if you’re looking for even more adventure and a once in a lifetime experience, check out these extreme rides.
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Read these trail riding safety tips to learn more about trail riding safety, whether you ride your horse during the day or decide to go night trail riding. From The Trail Rider magazine.
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A great way to explore Yellowstone National Park's wild side is on a guided pack trip.
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Looking for a trail-ridin’ good time worthy of putting on your calendar? We found one for you in your state—and beyond! From the editors of Horse&Rider magazine.
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If he's inexperienced at it, your horse might not enjoy rides on wooded trails as much as you do. That's because he can't see the situation and surroundings the way you do.
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Kent and Charlene Krone give a quick overview of eight destinations for riding in southeastern Arizona, plus a listing of four guest ranches, in this beautiful and varied land. From The Trail Rider magazine.
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Looking for an authentic Western riding holiday for this summer? Check out this sampler from Top50Ranches.
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Darley Newman of Equitrekking.com tracks wild mustangs in Wyoming.
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Darley Newman of Equitrekking.com tells us that cattle work can be fun, even for an English rider! Saddle up at a ranch and give it a try.
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Learn about the history of dude ranches in America, including the Eaton brothers first ranch and the original "dudes." Equitrekking.com host Darley Newman narrates this educational look at the U.S. legacy of guest ranches and Western history, including interviews with modern ranchers.
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