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Cynthia McFarland

 

A Touch of Healing with the TTouch Method

You love to get away from it all. Trekking into the backcountry on a good horse is one of the most satisfying ways to spend time with like-minded | MORE

 

The Power of Touch

Linda Tellington-Jones is perhaps best known for her revolutionary Tellington Method, which uses bodywork known as TTouch (pronounced “tee-touch”) to influence the horse’s behavior, performance, and ability to | MORE

 

7 Horse-Behavior Myths Busted!

An extraordinarily accomplished horsewoman in her own right, Linda Tellington-Jones is perhaps best known for creating the Tellington TTouch Training Method over 30 years ago. She continues to | MORE

 

Craig Cameron’s Top Trail Tips

Cowboys are known for many things; practicality and common sense are at the top of the list. Thanks to a lifetime of ranching and rodeoing and conducting clinics | MORE

 

6 Horse-Hunting Hints

You know what you're looking for in a dream trail horse, you just need to locate him. Here are six great places to start your search.

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Smart Hay-Buying Strategies

Quality forage should be the foundation of any feeding program, but stocking your barn with good hay doesn't come cheap. Hay prices rose in 2008, thanks to short | MORE

 

Emergency Stop

Achieve optimal on-trail control with this 12-part horsemanship series with top trainer/clinician Lynn Palm. This issue: Apply the emergency stop.

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Spooking Behavior in Your Horse

Almost all horses spook (that is, shy, sidepass, jump, spin, rear, and/or bolt when startled and scared). As prey animals in the wild, these evasive maneuvers often saved | MORE

 

Riding in Groups

While it's usually safer to ride with someone than it is to ride alone, you should take several things into consideration when planning your group ride. All it | MORE

 

Tackle Trail Challenges with Clinician Lynn Palm

When tackling rugged country, make safety a priority. Think ahead, so you don't put yourself or your horse in a dangerous situation. Tell someone where you're riding and | MORE

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