Beyond the Barn by Anna Twinney

Author:Anna Twinney [Twinney, Anna]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Reach Out to Horses
Published: 2020-12-15T00:00:00+00:00

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Uncovering the Art of Long-Lining

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Always remember that you should already be experienced with long-lining horses who are older and wiser before you venture into starting a young horse under saddle. It is really not advisable to put a green horse with a green handler, as green and green makes black and blue!

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We all have passions in life. When it comes to the world of horses there are countless facets to grab our attention and our time. Some may enjoy riding or training. Others might appreciate that daily grooming or feeding time. Still others might appreciate those quiet moments—just you, the horse and stillness. I enjoy all of those but one way of connecting with my horse that I also enjoy, and one that is often overlooked, is through long-lining. For me, there is nothing like reading your horse to create a well-thought-out lesson plan to make both horse and human feel great!

Now you may be wondering if long-lining applies to you directly; after all, it is quite the forgotten art. But once you realize its true benefits, you will certainly want to build it into your routine. Long-lining has often been described as “riding from the ground” and brings with it a multitude of advantages.

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