After Saturday morning riding lessons, I snuck over to a neighboring SCA medieval equestrian practice.
Lady Alienora from the Incipient Canton of Abhainn Iarthur generously shared her steeds with me.

Lady Brandwyn Alston of the Rift, Atlantia’s Deputy Earl Marshal of the Horse, marshaled a day of medieval horsemanship and impromptu music.

Gorgeous day in the pouring sunshine, […]

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The Knock family wanted some suggestions for some off-season goals that went beyond what the horse shows demand. Here are some possible goal ideas to get all your creative juices flowing!

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“First of all, what goals did you achieve this horse show season that you set last spring? Krista and Laura, you both rode well and improved through the year. You won year-end championships while showing good sportsmanship. Kathy, you’re riding Tommy with confidence and control you couldn’t have imagined a few months […]

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The Knocks completed their final horse show on Sunday. In some ways, it has been a test of endurance as well as skill. Despite their great success this season, I think everyone is ready for a break.
I’m ready too. Its my responsibility as their trainer and instructor to determine what will work […]

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Indian summer weaves its way between cold snaps here in wild, wonderful West Virginia. I welcome the warm sunshine which glows through the foliage. I can take off my winter coat… but the horses can’t.
As I wait for the wash bucket to fill to sponge off a very sweaty Brego, I think about […]

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Today I came across pictures of Princess Muffinhead as a newborn. What a cute foal she was! The tiny, fragile-looking filly in the photo is such a far cry from the beautiful, powerful mare she has grown into. The four years since her birth passed in a flash.
Wow, four years. I […]

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Long months after its conception, I’m thrilled to see Natural Horse Training Methods Blog become a reality! This blog has its roots in my core beliefs, and takes flight on wings of daily experience with the horses and people I train.
What do I mean by that?

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