Sienna and I had a very productive weekend, we did all sorts, figure of 8’s at liberty, needle prep, working on holding her tongue, bridle-less riding with two carrot sticks (the kidz carrot sticks are great for this), picking up all four feet with savvy, ground tying, and zone 5 driving. We even finished the day with a stroll around the neighborhood.
Sienna was trained to drive a carriage before I bought her at the age of four, so driving with two lines is a piece of cake for her, she knows this stuff better than I do. But driving with one rein has been a challenge. Starting off in zone three and gradually making my way back to zone 5, and keeping her on the rail has been the key. We come a little unstuck when we come off the rail, but it is improving every time we play with it. We have also been experimenting with the 22ft feather lines as well the 12ft and 22ft lead rope. I really like the feather lines not only because they are lighter in weight and easier to handle, but also because you can really get some refinement when driving.
Here are a few images of us driving from zone five with the 12ft Lead rope.
Starting out in zone 3
Gradually working our way back
To zone 5
Coming off the rail and through the barrels....success!
Love this smart girl
Our Stroll Around the neighborhood
Nice pics, Sharon! Looks as if you got quite far out from Zone 5 :)
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I was playing a lot with approach and retreat from zone 3 to 5 and beyond and back. It really seemed to help. :0)
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