Episode 812 – Changing Planes – Behind The Scenes
Julie Goodnight helps a rider understand how riding “behind the vertical” impacts her horse’s movement.
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Episode 811 – Downhill Racer – Behind The Scenes
Julie Goodnight teaches a horse to go downhill slowly, without bolting.
Episode 810 – Not Gonna Take It – Behind The Scenes
Julie Goodnight helps a youth rider gain confidence and stop her horse from testing.
Episode 809 – Step Up To Success – Behind The Scenes
Julie Goodnight teaches a rider to cross trail obstacles.
Episode 807 – Law & Order
Julie Goodnight explains how respect on the ground translates to obedience in the saddle.
Episode 805 – Pleasure Perfect
Julie Goodnight and Dale Myler talk about collection and bits for advanced Western shows.
Episode 804 – I Can See Clearly Now
Julie Goodnight teaches a young jumper to position herself to see the course.
Episode 802 – The Trail Ahead
Julie Goodnight rides the trails with a gaited horse and discusses trail etiquette & safety.
Episode 801 – High Jumper
Julie Goodnight and Dale Myler help a strong, young jumping prospect gain control.
Imagine A Career With Horses
Imagine a Career with Horses Not once in my childhood, in high school nor college, did it ever occur to me that I might have a career in the horse industry. Certainly, in my wildest
Interviews With The Camera Crew – Behind The Scenes
Heidi interviews the crew at White Stallion Ranch with her phone camera.
Episode 801 – High Jumper – Behind The Scenes
Julie Goodnight and Dale Myler help a strong, young jumping prospect gain control.
Episode 802 – The Trail Ahead – Behind The Scenes
Julie Goodnight rides the trails with a gaited horse and discusses trail etiquette and safety.
Episode 803 – Large And In Charge – Behind The Scenes
Julie Goodnight teaches a handler to expect obedience and respect.
Episode 804 – I Can See Clearly Now – Behind The Scenes
Julie Goodnight teaches a young jumper to position herself to see the course.
Episode 805 – Pleasure Perfect – Behind The Scenes
Julie Goodnight and Dale Myler talk about collection and bits for advanced Western Shows.
Episode 806 – Gateway To Success – Behind The Scenes
Julie Goodnight teaches how to work a trail class obstacle gate.
Episode 807 – Law And Order – Behind The Scenes
Julie Goodnight Explains How Respect On The Ground Translates To Obedience In The Saddle.
Episode 808 – Show Up – Behind The Scenes
Julie Goodnight Teaches A Young Lady How To Prepare For Showmanship.
Episode 719 – Norwegian Feud – Behind The Scenes – Lasse Update
Julie Goodnight helps an experienced horsewoman gain her horses respect, update on Lasse.
Canter Malfunctions
Top trainer Julie Goodnight helps you analyze your riding posture and prepare you for the perfect canter. Find out how rider errors contribute to wrong leads and more. By Julie Goodnight with Heidi Melocco Cantering
Horses Living Alone
I first started riding horses more than half a century ago. I was a shy and introverted kid, so growing up on a small horse farm was like heaven to me. The horses in the
Ground-Work Exercises
RIDE RIGHT WITH JULIE GOODNIGHT Ground-Work Exercises Hone your horse’s manners and your leadership skills over the winter for a better ride in the spring with these tips from top trainer/clinician Unless you’re in the
Helicopters And Horses: Achieving A Subtle Cue To Master Motion
I get very “zen” when I am riding—my mind is clear and my thoughts are carried along with the horse’s movement. Riding is my sanctuary, my restoration and where I come up with my best
Off To A Good Start
Off To A Good Start Are you raising a foal or young horse? Make sure you’re setting up a good relationship with respect from the start. To start your young relationship off on the right
My Horse Goes Where He Wants To Go
Does your horse always cut the corners in the arena? Does he veer around little obstacles—such as puddles—even though you told him to go straight through? Do your circles become smaller and smaller as you
Dale Myler’s Visit to the Ranch; Personal Bit Clinic
I’ve been having too much fun this week taking a private bitting clinic from Dale Myler, of Myler Bits USA. Dale was kind enough to come and give us his undivided attention for a couple
My Footing Fetish: All About Arena Footing
It’s time to dish some dirt—about dirt. I figured out that I stand, walk or ride in more than 50 arenas each year. Over several decades of riding horses and teaching clinics that means I’ve
Work Ethic: How Your Determination (And Your Horse’s Consistent Work) Leads To Dreams Fulfilled
A strong work ethic ensures an individual’s success—for both horses and humans. Whether you are bussing dishes or doing brain surgery, a good work ethic will make a difference in the rewards you reap and
Saddle Sore No More
As we get older, time in the saddle can bring on aches and pains. Here’s one horseman’s advice on how to minimize discomfort and enjoy your rides. http://www.equisearch.com/the-trail-rider/learn-ropes
Ask Julie Goodnight: Your New Trail Horse
Horse trainer/clinician Julie Goodnight answers a reader?s question about trail riding on a new horse and how to stay calm on the trail. http://www.equisearch.com/article/ask-julie-goodnight-your-new-trail-horse
A Walk On The Wilder Side
Forest or plains, mountains or ocean, Jim and Janine Wilder, with mounts Smoke and Max, have traversed almost every type of terrain in surefooted, confident style. http://www.equisearch.com/article/walk-wilder-side-15491
The Long Haul
Q: Dear Julie: Your trailer loading advice has helped me so much in the past. Now, I’m ready to take my horse on my first long road trip— we’re heading from Central Texas to a
Learn the Ropes with Julie Goodnight
Improve your Rope-handling skills with top trainer/clinician Julie Goodnight. http://trailridermag.com/article/learn-ropes
Fix A Grass Grabber
Top trainer/clinician Julie Goodnight tells you how to stop your horse from grabbing mouthfuls of grass during trail rides. Q. My young Quarter Horse gelding is always grabbing a “snack” while I’m riding through tall
Horse Guilt: Focus On Your Personal Riding Goals And Ditch Any Guilt About Not Riding Enough
My friend Nancy is a life-long rider in her 60s and a pretty good hand with a horse. One day while practicing her reining patterns in the arena, her horse spooked ‘out of the blue’
Winter Workouts – Ride Right With Julie Goodnight
The Trail Rider ~ January/February 2015 RIDE RIGHT WITH JULIE GOODNIGHT Winter Workouts Hone your horse’s manners and your leadership skills now for a better ride in the spring with these tips from top
Episode 717 – Quiet On The Set– Behind The Scenes
Julie Goodnight helps desensitize a horse to cameras and reflectors
Episode 718 – Family Affair– Behind The Scenes
Julie Goodnight teaches a mom-and-daughter riding duo games to make riding time fun
Episode 719 – Norwegian Feud– Behind The Scenes
Julie Goodnight helps an experienced horsewoman gain her horse’s respect
Episode 721 – Plus Points– Behind The Scenes
Julie Goodnight helps a new rider and his experienced reining horse perform show-ready rollbacks
Episode 720 – Pressure Gauge – Behind The Scenes
Julie Goodnight helps a rider learn how much to ask of his horse and when expecting more is appropriate
Episode 722 – Don’t Stop Now– Behind The Scenes
Julie Goodnight helps a rider teach her young horse to move forward and into the canter
Episode 724 – Outward Bound– Behind The Scenes
Julie Goodnight helps a barn-sour horse follow his rider’s lead and head out on the trail alone
Episode 723 – Snap To It– Behind The Scenes
Julie Goodnight reminds a well trained horse that he has ground manners