The How and Why of Hobbles – This Restraint Tool is Useful for All Equines

Hobbles have an important part to play in our equestrian and trail riding life. From teaching patience to back country grazing, the sooner you can get your horse or mule used to these back country bracelets the better off they’ll be. Hobbles date back to the ancient Egyptians, who described …

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Dogs and Trails- Before You Bring Fido, Know the Dangers, Rules, and Your Dog’s Abilities

Photos by Robert Eversole

Dogs are truly man’s best friend and a joy to be around. I’ve belonged to numerous canids throughout my life and I have a soft spot for these most loyal of critters. It’s because I love my dogs that they don’t accompany me on trail rides, nor do they venture …

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How to be Happy When Life Doesn’t Go as Planned – On the Trail, in Camp, and in Life, Expectations Often Obscure Reality

Robert is grateful for his wife, Celeste. Photo by Robert Eversole

Expectations often become the anchors for how we evaluate opportunities and our own sense of happiness. They also make us fixate on what could or should have been, not what’s right in front of us.1 When reality doesn’t line up with our expectations, unhappiness, bitterness, and anxiety follow.2 These negative …

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The Essential Halter – The Big Three: Flat, Round, and Special Purpose

Photos by Robert Eversole

[sayit]If you have a horse or a mule, you own a halter. It may be plain, fancy, or have special uses, but you have one (or several) of these pieces of tack laying around. Let’s take a peek at some of the different types of halters and discuss how and …

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Tips for Backcountry Horse Camping – It Pays to Be Prepared When Exploring New Areas

“Hand grazing is relaxing for everyone.” Photo by Robert Eversole

Riding and camping in the backcountry are the ultimate ways to experience the wilderness. Knowing what to expect in the backcountry helps you decide what to bring. Good preparation helps if your plans unexpectedly change. After all, you can’t jump in your car to solve a rainy-day tent failure or …

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Bear Canisters: Everything You Need to Know – Prevent Potential Harm — to Yourself and to Bears

Photo by Robert Eversole

I think we can all agree keeping bears out of our camps is a good idea. But what about using bear canisters? What are the best practices? When it comes to horse camping, there’s no shortage of preferences. You can argue backcountry versus campground, the best season to camp, or the …

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Water Crossing Training – Prepare with Planning, Patience, and Practice

Photos from Robert Eversole

Dihydrogen monoxide is colorless, odorless, tasteless, and kills uncounted thousands every year. My mule Cocoa knows this and has consistently refused to get anywhere near the stuff. Unfortunately, her job description requires her to frequently cross bodies of the substance. Dihydrogen (H2) monoxide (O) is of course water, and water …

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Bork Saddlery Hardware – Ancient Technique and Years of Labor Perfecting Metal Saddle Parts

“It gives you a good feeling,” says Herb Bork when describing seeing his creations in use. Photo by Robert Eversole

Mountains of bronze dust stand as testament to years spent crafting saddle hardware. A mound of black sand silently waits to help form yet more bits and bobs that will go into untold saddles across the world. Herb Bork has been melting and casting bronze for well over 40 years …

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In Praise of Ponying – An Essential Skill for Every Trail Rider and Trail Horse

Photo by Robert Eversole

Are you able to lead another horse from your horse? Is your equine able to be led by another horse? These are skills you and your horse should be able to do. Ponying is not just a talent for packers but an essential skill for every trail rider. Put simply, …

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The Most Important Item in Every Living Quarters Horse Trailer – Beware of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Photo by Robert Eversole

Fabulous weather is here, and camping, rodeos, and fairs are on the agenda. All of these activities come with their share of challenges. One often-overlooked hazard associated with camping in a horse trailer or camper is carbon monoxide poisoning. A few years ago, I built and outfitted my own do-it-yourself …

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