Tradiciones del Vaquero
“Jaquima a Freno” in Ontario
What We Do
The horse is a mirror to your soul. Sometimes you might not like what you see. Sometimes you will.
- Buck Brannaman
you need to do less sooner, you’re always doing too much, late
- Ray Hunt

Vaquero

The word Vaquero means “cowboy” and has been Anglicized to Buckaroo. The Vaquero are the legendary horsemen of the western USA.
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History

The Vaquero, the legendary Spanish horsemen who introduced the style of horsemanship that is now recognized as natural horsemanship.
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What We Do

We promote the Vaquero style of horsemanship, connecting people with clinicians, horses, equipment suppliers and basic training information.
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Latest News

Apr 03

Mounting Block Fix

Having a horse stand still at the mounting block is a major challenge for a lot of riders.  The problem […]

Tom Locke
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Nov 10

Go with the Horse

The notion of "going with the horse" is one of the most difficult things for a rider - just to let go and trust the horse, especially a green horse.

Tom Locke
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Sep 03

Spoiled Horses

From the way we use language, the term “spoiled” can take on different connotations for the user from “absolutely ruined” […]

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Upcoming Events

Feb 03

Martin Black Clinic – Hempstead, Texas

April 7-11, 2020 This is a private clinic that has been opened up to allow others the opportunity to learn […]

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Oct 22

Road to the Horse 2020

Are you going to Lexington, Kentucky for the 2020 Road to the Horse Event?  Get your tickets here.

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Apr 19

Zac Halliday – Colt Starting Clinic

Zac Halliday will presenting a FREE colt starting clinic on May 5, 2018 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. LOCATION Swain’s […]

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