On The Rail
On The Rail
Liz & Jenna
098. Roundtable: In-Hand Trail and Longe Line
1 hour 23 minutes Posted Jun 24, 2024 at 10:00 am.
Welcome and Housekeeping
Meet the Guests
Diving into In-and Trail
Training Techniques and Benefits
Balancing Training and Welfare
Deciding on Show Potential
Preparing Yearlings for Shows
Exposing Yearlings to Obstacles
Critical Thinking in Horse Training
Judges' Expectations for Yearling Classes
First Impressions in the Show Ring
Tips for Handling Yearlings
Addressing Mouthiness in Horses
Navigating Poles and Back Throughs
Final Tips for DIY Amateurs
0:00
1:23:30
Download MP3
Show notes
In this episode of the On The Rail podcast, we discuss horse training techniques for working with yearlings and two-year-olds. Special guests Amber Duckett, Gavin Pope, and Megan Seehafer share their expertise on prepping young horses for in-hand trail and lunge line classes, emphasizing the importance of early training and balancing it with horse welfare.
Key topics include building trust, avoiding overworking, and ensuring positive show experiences. The conversation also delves into techniques for achieving effortless control and maneuvering, maintaining proper space and positioning, and teaching body commands for effective training.
Practical tips are provided for both professional trainers and DIY amateurs, highlighting essential skills like trot turns, handling mouthiness, and performing back-through exercises to excel in trail classes. The episode underscores the significance of first impressions, correct presentation in the show pen, and setting horses up for successful competitive maneuvers.
Related Links/Products Mentioned:
-Millennial Cowgirl, a one stop shop for your marketing needs.