| 101 Western Pleasure and Horsemanship Tips: Basics of Western Riding and Showing Contributor(s): Myers, Micaela (Author) |
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ISBN: 1592288618 ISBN-13: 9781592288618 Publisher: Lyons Press OUR PRICE: $11.66 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: September 2007 Annotation: Today's Western riders are accomplished, versatile equestrians with many ways to showcase their skills. Whether trying it for the first time at a guest ranch, exploring a new trail with friends, or stepping through the in-gate at a horse show, Western riders love the fact that it's accessible and enjoyable for beginners, yet challenging enough for accomplished pros. To make your Western riding experience even more gratifying, 101 Western Pleasure and Horsemanship Tips offers the advice you'll need to have a harmonious relationship with your horse. Tips include tack and equipment, basic rider position, essential riding skills, advanced maneuvers, and indispensable horsemanship information. And for those riders who have an eye on the prize, there's important Western pleasure show information that no savvy competitive rider should be without. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Sports & Recreation | Equestrian |
| Dewey: 798.2 |
| LCCN: 2007030114 |
| Series: 101 Tips |
| Physical Information: 0.6" H x 5.8" W x 6.8" (0.50 lbs) 192 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Western Horsemanship requires balance, finesse, and above all, effective communication between horse and rider. Not only is Western Horsemanship an important and popular horse show class, but it is also the foundation for such other competitive events as reining, roping, trail, and working cow horse. From selecting a suitable horse, necessary tack and equipment, and preparing for competition to winning strategies for the show arena, 101 Western Pleasure and Horsemanship Tips is an essential guide for all Western riders. |