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Horseback Riding/Expert Profile
Expertise
Ask me questions regarding problem horses, training advice, saddling and bridling, feed, groundwork and handling, behavior and manners. Visit my site: Horseman's U.com for articles and great video on training and useful information. Watch for my clinic dates for 2009 - I may be in your area!
Experience in the area
April Reeves has been in the Horse Industry since 1963. She has shown almost every breed and discipline along the West Coast of North America. April travels around North America giving clinics on Horsemanship, training for breeds and disciplines in English and Western.
Education/Credentials
EQUINE: studied under Rick and Jennifer Maynard (H/J), Patricia Deptford (Dressage), Kevin Pole, Morgan Libbert (reining). Hundreds of clinics, including Al Dunning and George Morris.
Past/Present Clients
I currently have a string of show students, a few recreational riders and groups of private barns. During the summer months I travel to private facilities for specific instruction.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| becky | 11/01/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thanks alot your response was very helpful ..... |
| Lila | 08/02/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Megan | 06/22/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks for the advice! |
| Mary | 06/13/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks April...I will practice as you ..... |
| Marie | 05/23/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you so much for your help! ..... |
Recent Answers from April Reeves
2009-10-28 horse stall and training:
Answer from April Reeves: In regards to the stalls, the smallest I would put a horse in (under 16 hands high) would be 10 by 10 feet. At 16 hands, 11 by 11 or 12 by 12 (best). A horse must be able to move
2009-10-27 RIDING WITH A TIE DOWN:
Answer from April Reeves: When working with cattle, the only rule I have ever followed religiously is not to use any equipment other than a bridle and bit or bosal (hackamore). Additional equipment
2009-06-18 Girth:
Personally, I am not much of a fan of Wintec anything. While they are light and often comfortable, most of the real nasty accidents I have been privy to have occurred from the material breaking without
2009-06-18 Girth:
Hello Megan, Good for you to get a bareback pad! Riding bareback is the quickest way to assess any riding problems and balance issues you have. Girths: they make all kinds, and you have to be aware
2009-06-15 Shying horse!! :(:
Answer from April Reeves Horseman's U.com: Hi Alex, sorry for not getting back to you sooner but the summer means I am touring most of the time. A shying horse can be exhausting, but a fairly easy fix
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