During the 60 Day Groundwork Challenge, horses and their handlers work on a different skill each week. Skills include: Catching, yielding HQ/FQ, backing, leading, sending over/through/under obstacles, learning flag work, tying preparations, trailer loading and farrier prep.
Here is a snapshot of the work Aspen did with our Asst. Ranch Manager, Traci K. during the challenge.
Aspen continues to be a great horse for volunteer class! A little hard to catch, but gentle and calm once she is in the halter, she is a great one for grooming and doting on. She is quiet for the vet and farrier.
Needs Intermediate Handler: Handler has experience working with reactive/nervous horses and has some problem-solving skills; has the knowledge and skill to de-escalate when a horse gets excited or scared; has some training skills and confidence using them.
