Pole Bending Basics: Learn the Pattern and Start Competing Pole bending is a popular equestrian sport that challenges both horse and rider to navigate a precise pattern around a series of poles. It is an exhilarating event that requires agility, speed, and precision. In this article, we’ll cover the basics of pole bending, including the…
Jason Perry, horse trainer & fourth-generation rancher from Leoti, Kansas, recently won the $10,000 Legendary Stakes Ranch Horse bonus. With a deep-rooted connection to horses and ranching, showing in Ranch Horse just makes sense to Jason – it’s a natural extension of his everyday life. Jason’s passion for exceptional ranch horses started early – it…
Cally Thomas-Kindred, an experienced horsewoman from Western South Dakota, has deep roots in the world of horse breeding and competition. Growing up on her grandfather’s ranch in Harold, South Dakota, Cally, her sister, and her cousins were immersed in the equestrian lifestyle from a young age. Her grandfather Harry Thomas, a dedicated breeder, ensured that…
C.J. Garland, an accomplished cow horse competitor from Leoti, Kansas, recently won the $10,000 Legendary Stakes bonus in Reined Cow Horse. CJ’s journey to this victory is rooted in a deep passion for horses that began in her early childhood. “We compete a lot in ranch horse and cow horse, and it’s definitely a bonus…
Taryn Sippel, a breakaway roper from South Dakota, recently won the $10,000 Bonus at the Legendary Stakes event during the North Dakota Winter Show and Rodeo in Valley City. “Legendary Stakes definitely impacts my [event] choices. The potential for bonuses and incentives makes me plan my schedule around their events.” Taryn’s passion for roping started…
Understanding Cutting Horses Cutting horses are a specialized breed known for their agility, intelligence, and cow sense, making them ideal for cutting competitions. These events showcase the horse’s ability to separate a single cow from a herd and keep it away for a specified period. This unique skill requires extensive training and a deep bond…
Barrel racing is an exciting and fast-paced rodeo event that combines speed, precision, and horsemanship. This guide will help beginners understand the fundamentals of barrel racing and how to start their competitive journey in this thrilling sport. Barrel racing involves a horse and rider racing against the clock to complete a cloverleaf pattern around three…
Cow horses, also known as stock horses, are a crucial part of Western equestrian disciplines. These versatile and intelligent horses are trained to handle cattle, showcasing their agility, speed, and cow sense in various competitive events. This guide will delve into the role of cow horses and provide insights on how to compete in cow…