Kim Stone – Martin Black Horsemanship

Ray Hunt on Gordon

This picture of Ray Hunt was taken in 1971 at Soldier Meadows Ranch in NW Nevada while he was the cow boss there. This horse, Kawehas Peak, aka Gordon, was sold to Barbara Snow from … read

Listen to this Podcast presented by Ross Hecox with Martin Black on Cowboy Life Martin Black discusses ranching, horsemanship and making a living in the southwestern corner of Idaho. The lifelong horseman has deep roots … read

Ask Martin: Questions from EBH The Good and The Bad of Anxiety

Question One: “We have a group of 10 women who are starting colts. For some, it is their first colt to start, for others it may be their 50th colt. Any advice on practical steps … read

Frosty

Frosty was born on my ranch (2005), he’s by a thoroughbred stallion, whose father won the Kentucky Derby, and out of a Cow-horse breed AQHA mare. I started him as a 2 year old and … read

Ask Martin: Question 2 from EBH Timing, Rhythm and Synchrony

Question: “I think I heard Martin say that knowing where the feet are and feeling the feet is less important than being in rhythm of the horse. Is it not important to first be able … read

Ask Martin: Q & A from EBH Timing, Rhythm and Synchrony

Question: “On the stop does the original feel come from breathing or your core? ~ via message Curtis Answer from Martin: Curtis, First of all, we may need to think more about our breathing, our … read