Introduction to Fence Work: Boxing the Long Wall
Working Cow Horse
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7m 49s
Two years ago Brad Barkemeyer did an introduction to cow horse series where he helped Horse&Rider editor Nichole Chirico learn how to ride cow horses. Now he's back with a new series where he helps her go down the fence for the first time. Learn the steps to completing your first fence work run by boxing the long wall.
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