Encountering downed trees and branches across the path is a fact of life for trail riders. Dealing with these nuisances can be as easy as stepping across if they’re small … Continue Reading »
Buckle-less Hobbles by Outfitters Pack Station Gear Review
These custom made hobbles boast a unique and very effective buckle-less closure system that eliminates any awkward fumbling with buckles, a welcome feature on cold and wet mornings. The benefits … Continue Reading »
Slow Feeder Shootout – with VIDEO
Slow Feeder Shootout Make Your Horse’s Mealtime Last Longer, Preventing Boredom or Worse. Equines have evolved over millennia as wandering herbivores, slowly meandering and grabbing bites where they could. Modern … Continue Reading »
Wyoming Trader Rain Slicker
Wyoming Trader Rain Slicker Stay Dry and Warm with this essential piece of gear A lightweight coated cotton construction makes it easy to roll up and stow away this excellent … Continue Reading »
Take the Pressure Off With Padded Bicycling Shorts
Take the Pressure Off With Padded Bicycling Shorts Here’s a great horse riding tip from trail rider, and TrailMeister reader, Mark in Oxford, Ohio. “Raw after a long ride? … Continue Reading »
5 Ways to Stay Warm and Dry in Foul Weather
5 Ways to Stay Warm and Dry in Foul Weather When summer’s bluebird skies and bright sunshine give way to lead gray clouds and rain, rather than park the horses, … Continue Reading »
6 Ways to Stay Safe in the Saddle
6 Ways to Stay Safe in the Saddle Following these six easy tips will help keep you safe so you can have a better time on the trail with your … Continue Reading »
14 Items to Carry on Trail Rides
14 Items to Carry on Trail Rides – Stay out of trouble with these essentials When you’re on the trail it’s a good idea to carry a few emergency items. … Continue Reading »
The Fear Factor – The Northwest Horse Source, Sept. 2011
As Published in the September, 2011, issue of The Northwest Horse Source. The Fear Factor Greetings, I was originally going to write about low impact horse camping techniques for this … Continue Reading »
Ghost Riders on the Trail – A Leave No Trace (LNT) Primer for Trail Riders
As Published in the October, 2010, issue of The Northwest Horse Source. You’re only riding your horse to and from your trailer or camp spot, and LNT just applies to … Continue Reading »