The Classic Western Rider

by Donna Snyder-Smith; Illustrator: Dana Bauer

• ISBN13: 9780471965046
• ISBN10: 0471965049
• Format: eBook
• Copyright: 2006-07-01
• Publisher: Howell Book House

Summary

With a rugged yet romantic mystique, western riding is as American as the Old West, Roy Rogers, and John Wayne. Whether you're more at home on the range, exploring the trails, or competing in the show arena, The Classic Western Rider will help you hone your skills. From America's proud cowboy heritage to today's training methods and competitive events, it covers: * "Make or break" information about equipment, especially the saddle * A guide to training--cowboy style * The subtle skill sets of winning western horsemanship, including six common rider faults and how to fix them * Nurturing a partnership with your horse * The ins and outs of western competitive sports and events such as reining, western speed contests, and team penning With photos and drawings and advice from industry professionals Bret Brokcte, Nancy Cahill, Suzi Drnec, Linda Huck, and Linda Morse, this primer is ideal for the new riding enthusiast or the more experienced western rider who wants to fine-tune his or her skills. Happy trails to you!

Table of Contents

Preface

Introduction

Classic Western Riding: History and Hollywood

Saddle Savvy: The Tools of Your Trade

Training Your Horse Successfully

Equitation: Six Deadly Position Faults

Dressing the Role with Suzanne Drnec

The Story of the Cowboy Hat by Bret and Linda of the Priest Hat Company

Winning Western Horsemanship with Nancy Cahill

Reining with Linda Morse

Western Speed and Skill Contests with Linda Huck

Team Penning

Glossary

Index

About The Contributing Authors

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