Teaching your horse to drop its head for bridling is a valuable skill that enhances both safety and communication. This Western-style approach works best with a respectful, well-trained horse that...

Thinking about buying a new horse? Before you commit, it's essential to test ride the horse safely and thoroughly to understand their true temperament and training. In this guide, Michael...

The Easy Out Knot is a safe, reliable quick-release knot every horse handler should know. Designed to untie easily even under pressure, it’s perfect for tying horses at trailers, barns,...

Tying your horse safely is a crucial part of effective horsemanship, and the H-style hitching post offers one of the safest, most practical solutions. In this blog, we break down...

Clipping your horse correctly is essential for both appearance and comfort, especially around the face, ears, eyes, and muzzle. In this guide, Michael Gascon walks through safe, effective techniques to...

Proper noseband placement is key to effective communication with your horse, and Michael Gascon’s MG Halter makes it simple. Placing the halter midway between the eyes and nostrils is ideal...

Picking up a young horse’s feet for the first time can be tricky, especially with a hot or sensitive colt. In this blog post, Michael Gascon walks through a safe,...

Wondering what products we actually use every day at the ranch? From dollar store olive oil spray to affordable fly control and shampoo hacks, we’ve found cost-effective grooming tools that...

Training a young foal starts with building trust and communication through simple, respectful steps. In this session, we introduce Dashi to leading using a halter and a butt rope, reinforcing...

Ready to take your roping skills to the next level? In this blog post, we break down the fundamentals of roping from horseback, including proper body position, swing technique, and...

Opening and closing a gate on horseback doesn’t have to be complicated—even if your horse is green or unpolished. In this post, Michael Gascon demonstrates a simple, safe method using...

A solid stop is one of the most important foundations in horsemanship, and the “6th Grade Stop” teaches your horse exactly that — when you say “whoa,” they shut down...