Hi,

I am really wanting to understand bits and what to use when on my colts as they progress in training.   I am a firm believer in using my legs to ride them into the bit and keeping them soft. What bits in general do you recommend when transitioning out of the snaffle?  

Thank you! 

Calling all the ranch ropers! We're working to start up a Back-East Ranch Roping competition. If you're in the area come on out!

Man, August has been HOT!! Now we have storms rolling in supposed to drop 4.5" of rain, then cooling off next week.  What's the summer been like for y'all?

For those fellow B1 members in the Northeast Mr. Boatwright is going to be holding a series of clinics in Western Pennsylvania! We'll be hosting him at Bedford, PA for 2.5 days during which Mr. Boatwright will be holding 3 clinics. Check out the links below for more information!

https://b1horsemanship.com/pages/truax-clinic

10/13 Ranch Roping - 1:00PM-4:00PM (https://www.facebook.com/events/818830073045817/)

10/14 Ranch Trail - 9:00AM-4:00PM (https://www.facebook.com/events/1910025189370620/)

10/15 Beginner Cow Horse - 9:00AM-4:00PM (https://www.facebook.com/events/678107967205128/)

To register contact Lucas Truax

Call/text: 304-702-1740 Email: LNRTRUAX@gmail.com 

I've watched your video where you lay down Elvis. Are there any other videos in your library about laying a horse down?

Hey Mr. Boatwright, I've really been enjoying the videos but as you know here in Texas with Temps getting well into 100's it's a struggle to keep working in the summertime. Even at 6:00 in the morning it's HOT! But better than 2:00 in the afternoon. Anyway my question is not horse related but I couldn't help but notice your shirts that you where. I've struggled trying to find good performance western shirts that really keep you cool in my area. Can you tell me what brand and if could find them online?

Hello friends, Nat and I have been discussing ideas for future content and we are looking for suggestions. Do any of you have a specific video request? Maybe a problem you're having or just something you'd like to see on the site?

Have a horse here that I can throw anything on (ie. tarps, bags, saddle pads, bags filled with rocks for weight etc). Yet when it comes to the saddle as soon as it lands on his back (wether I do it slow or quick) he takes off bucking. He’s good to cinch up with my surcingle and such. I can throw stuff all around him. It’s only the saddle. 

How do I stop this?

As soon as it’s fully on his back he’s gone and it falls off. I try to turn him so I can keep it on him but he kicks out at my knees. 

I’ve thought to try and tie him but worry I’ll get in a huge wreck. 

Well, our epic adventure in North Park is over and we're home.  It feels good to be back in my own bed, but I already miss the work and the people of Walden.  Not to mention the scenery and the weather!  Anyone else have summer adventures to share?

Hey Richard Boatwright, Do you recommend letting a horse that was recently started having some time off? My filly is still growing and wondering if I should give her some time off to let her body catch up.