By Julie Goodnight, With Heidi Melocco

Teach your trail horse to step out confidently on his own, trusting you to be his herd leader.

Learn when it’s time to turn around on the trail and how to remain your horse’s “herd leader” in challenging situations.

Follow these expert trail-tack guidelines for optimal safety, fit, comfort, and control.

Learn to open and close a trail gate without dismounting for safety, efficiency, and control.

Here’s how to take charge and build a better, more responsive trail partner for safety and control.