The Soul of a Horse

The Soul of a Horse PDF

Author: Joe Camp

Publisher: Crown

Published: 2008-04-29

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13: 0307449491

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A heartwarming story of a couple and their horse exploring what caring for a horse can teach us about companionship—whether it’s with a four-legged friend or a fellow human. A surprise birthday gift plunged Joe and his wife, Kathleen, into the world of horses as complete neophytes without a clue as to what a horse needed or wanted. They searched for logic and sense in the rule books of traditional horse care. What they found was not what they had expected. Written for everyone who has ever loved a horse or ever loved the idea of loving a horse, this memoir leads us on a voyage of discovery as Joe and Kathleen navigate uncharted territory on their way to achieving a true relationship with their horses. Joe Camp’s inspiring book unlocks the mystery of a majestic creature who has survived on earth, without assistance, for fifty-five million years and teaches us that the lessons he learned apply not only to horses but also to our relationships with people.

Connected Riding

Connected Riding PDF

Author: Peggy Cummings

Publisher:

Published: 2013-12

Total Pages: 122

ISBN-13: 9781478706601

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Connected Riding: An Introduction can be your first step to dancing with your horse. Based on biomechanics of movement, Connected Riding teaches riders to synchronize their movements with those of their horses to create more ease and better performance. In this book, you'll learn how to influence the horse's movement through an effective position and an elastic connection, allowing you to let go of compressive, energy-draining techniques. If your riding has become stressful, painful, frustrating or "stuck," Connected Riding can help you, because it will restore motion, life and partnership to your riding; a method for all disciplines and all levels of riding!

Riding the Milky Way

Riding the Milky Way PDF

Author: Babette Gallard

Publisher: Long Riders Guild Press

Published: 2006-10-01

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13: 9781590480540

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On the warm spring day when Babette Gallard and Paul Chinn decided to ride 1600 kilometres along the St James Way to Santiago de Compostela in Spain, he had never ridden before, she had only ever ridden under duress, their horses had yet to be found and the dog was a passing whim they were trying to forget. "Riding the Milky Way" tells the story of their journey. The humans were broke, burnt-out and vaguely hoping that early retirement would save their health and sanity. The horses were plucked off the equine scrap heap in France and still grappling with their new roles as something between mount and mountain goat. The dog was doing his best to understand why he was there. This inspiring, amusing and informative book sweeps the reader along with each member as he or she, horse or dog, progresses step by step towards a goal that has become more than just Santiago. The author not only explains how to avoid the pitfalls they encountered but also tells the reader what is expected of riders making this ancient pilgrimage. Packed with sketches and photographs, this book will inspire even the most timid traveller, while also giving practical guidance for someone wanting to do a similar journey. Finally, it is much more than just a good read. It is an excellent, if sometimes irreverent, guide to the legendary St James Way.