Medicine Tail Trail Rides
Colt Starting & Training
A Good Horse
A dependable horse isn't built in a hurry and cut corners. A good, safe horse is developed through patience, consistency, trust and no B.S. program.
At Medicine Tail Trail Rides, Cotton approaches each horse with a gentle confidence that is felt by the whole herd. He believes in building a willing partner rather than forcing quick results.
The horses in our trail ride are a reflection of his philosophy and integrity. Throughout every season, guests consistently comment on how calm, dependable, and enjoyable our horses are to ride. We are so grateful that many have shared that our horses are best trail horses they've ridden.
Cotton's horsemanship runs deep, his grandmother showed his father what a good horse is and his father passed on to him how to make a good horse.
To us, horses are more than a business, they're a way of life. A good horse makes every job safer, every ride more enjoyable and every mile better.
Programs
If you’d like to discuss your horse and your goals, we’d be happy to visit with you about whether our training program is the right fit.
Starting 30-day foundation program:
Every colt progresses at its own pace, but our foundation program is designed to build confidence, respect, and a willing mindset. Training includes:
- Halter breaking and leading
- Ground manners and respect
- Standing tied and for the farrier
- Saddling and bridling
- Mounting and first rides
- Desensitizing to comman sights and sounds
- Building confidence through real-world trail exposure
- Developing a calm, responsive foundation for continued riding
Taking in Outside Horses:
Every horse benefits from consistent riding. Whether your horse needs a tune-up after time off, confidence rebuilt after a setback, or simply more miles under saddle, this program is designed to keep them progressing.
Training may include:
-Tune-ups and refresher training
-Correcting mild unwanted habits
-Confidence building
-Trail exposure
-Real-world riding experience
-Improving responsiveness and consistency
What to Expect
Colt Starting
Miles and Maintenance
Anyone can ride a horse for 30 days. Building one that is safe, willing, and dependable takes time.
We don’t promise magic, and we don’t cut corners. We promise honest work, a solid foundation, and a horse that’s ready to keep progressing.
The best horses aren’t made by the calendar—they’re made by consistent rides and good horsemanship. We are willing to increase the program time all based on your needs, contact us to learn more.