Competing Together
There's a difference between thinking about competing "with" or "against" one another.
Catch Me While You Can
As of December 15th, I’ve been, for all practical purposes, under house arrest. It’s not what you think, even if you think twice. No, I haven’t been naughty, and no, I don’t have Covid. I’m recovering from some reconstructive surgery on my leg.
Learning From Horses
I've had great teachers to learn from in my life as a carriage driving trainer. Many of them were human. However, some of the best teachers have been horses. The best ones will catching you doing your job right. The other ones will make you better by waiting for you to figure it out.
Your Favorite Carriage Driving Moments This Year?
I hate to say something like “How was your season?” [...]
Mousepad Trainers
Posting images or questions about carriage driving on social media can be a great way to share and learn. Of course, then there's a whole world of unvetted experts chiming in. Learn how to spot the difference!
Horse Trainer Lifestyle
From time to time in a conversation or in writing [...]
Beyond Theory
Sometimes the ponies have trouble understanding theory! One [...]
How Do I Get There?
The most difficult thing about creating lesson plans is making [...]
Finally Fall!
In the words made famous by Frank Sinatra “The best [...]
Specific Goals for Specific Results
What’s your plan when you head out to drive your [...]
Good Pony Syndrome
There's a pervasive syndrome that has been affecting the equine [...]
Behind the Scenes
Winter is often the “off-season” for most horses and horse [...]
Just A Flesh Wound
15 years ago today, I was skiing in Vermont on [...]
Me and My Outside Rein
The Day I Learned About the Outside Rein. As a [...]
A Blast from the Past
Dr. Al Andersen discussing equine ailments at Coachman's Delight [...]