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Trail Savvy: Back Country Packing

June 13, 2023February 10, 2023 by Robert Eversole

(Photo Caption: Leading a short string under the Chinese Wall in Montana’s Bob Marshall Wilderness. Not shown are the years of preparation to learn the skills required for such a trek; the months of planning and several long days in the saddle to get here. The trip was worth every …

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Trail Savvy: “Don’t Pass the Jigger Boss” and Other Unwritten Rules of Trail Riding

June 13, 2023November 16, 2022 by Robert Eversole

Photo Courtesy Robert Eversole, TrailMeister

(Photo Caption: “Our merry band of mule enthusiasts enjoyed time spent around the campfire as we worked towards solving the world’s problems and instructing young Hunter in the unwritten rules of ranch and camp life.”) Memorable Sayings Get Defined in the Bob Marshall Wilderness I recently had the opportunity to …

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What Should I Pack for Horseback Riding on the Trail this Summer?

June 10, 2022 by Press

Heading out on a trail ride is fun for you and your horse. It’s a relaxing break from the monotony of riding in the arena and a fun way to explore nature. Here are the top six items to pack for summer trail riding with your horse. By Nicole McRay …

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How to Attach a Lead Rope to a Halter – Six Options for Safety and Convenience

May 3, 2022 by Robert Eversole

Being able to lead your horse or mule is a basic skill for horsemen. But before we lead the animal, we must halter it and then attach a lead rope to the halter. How we connect our lead rope to our halter is an important consideration. We want it to …

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Standing Still and Quiet – Teach Your Horse to Stay Put Without Being Tied

March 2, 2022 by Robert Eversole

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I often park my animals without tying them. Asking them to stay in one place isn’t too much to ask, so it’s one of the first skills I train. Here’s how I teach my equines to “whoa” without being tied. Standing Still Whether it’s stepping away from your horse …

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Working through the Process – Breaking Goals Down into the Smallest Steps Leads to Success

January 3, 2022 by Robert Eversole

When working with mules or writing, I focus on where to begin, stay motivated through the hiccups, and keep working until the objective is accomplished. Photo from Robert Eversole

2021 was quite a year! We had a few excellent rides with the mules, attended a very worthwhile clinic, and started on an epic pack trip, which ended with me heading to the ER in a helicopter. I spent July through November writing a book because I couldn’t walk, ride, …

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Why Learn First Aid? No More Excuses – Do it!

December 1, 2021 by Robert Eversole

We talk to great lengths about how to provide emergency care for our horses and mules in case a ride becomes “eventful”. But we all too often neglect the human component of safety and first aid in trail riding and camping with horses. Our human bodies are just as prone …

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The Good Mule – Build A Steady Mule for Packing Practice

November 1, 2021 by Robert Eversole

Photos by Robert Eversole

This is Blue. She’s one of the newest members of the TrailMeister herd. Over the years, horse and mule packing has developed to the point where it is a combination of art and science. Most packers take pride in their animals and in their ability to pack them in a …

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Saws on the Trail – This Must-Have Trail Tool Comes in a Variety of Shapes and Sizes

October 1, 2021October 1, 2021 by Robert Eversole

Photos by Robert Eversole

Trees happen, and they occasionally fall. It’s better to have a saw than have to turn around. Most often you can step over or ride around fallen limbs and downed trunks. Just as often it’s not safe to do so. When windfall blocks the trail not only is it sometimes …

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(Mis)adventure in the Bob Marshall Wilderness – Accidents Happen but Being Prepared Pays Off

September 1, 2021September 1, 2021 by NWHS-Help

Two paramedics, a pilot, and a friend attend to Robert after his accident. Photos by Robert Eversole

Outside an emergency room entrance, an unfamiliar town stretches ahead. I’m unsteady and wobbly on new crutches and wearing a hospital issued suit of sweatpants, a t-shirt, and a single anti-slip sock. A flimsy plastic bag held all my belongings, a vial of narcotics, and $150 in cash. No wallet, …

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