Stache Ranch

08/13/2025

Stop Wishing, Start Working: Turning Horse Dreams Into Achievements
We’ve all done it — sat around wishing we were a better rider, wishing our horse was more responsive, wishing we could go into our next competition with total confidence. But here’s the truth: wishing doesn’t make it happen. Consistent, intentional action does.

The difference between a rider who hopes for improvement and a rider who achieves it is not talent, luck, or even time. It’s the decision to take regular, deliberate steps toward the goal.

Small Steps Add Up to Big Changes
You don’t need to overhaul your life to make progress with your horse. In fact, sometimes the most effective work happens in short, focused sessions. Just 15–20 minutes a day can create huge results — as long as you use that time wisely.

Instead of drilling endlessly, aim to end each session on a great note — when your horse is soft, responsive, and mentally with you. This builds their confidence and keeps them eager to learn the next time you ride.

Don’t Wait for “The Right Time”
Procrastination is the enemy of progress. If you wait until the week before a show to start preparing, you’ll be cramming instead of polishing. That pressure isn’t fair to you, and it certainly isn’t fair to your horse.

The riders who look calm and collected in the show pen aren’t winging it — they’re walking in with the confidence that comes from weeks or months of steady, thoughtful preparation. They’ve already worked through the rough spots at home, so when it’s time to show, it’s just about letting the work shine.

Training vs. Showing
Here’s the mindset shift that changes everything: Training happens at home. Showing is just showing off what you’ve already mastered.

If you’ve done the work beforehand — built the consistency, tested the skills, and fine-tuned the communication — there’s no last-minute scrambling when the trailer pulls up to the event. All that’s left is to enjoy the ride and trust the preparation.

Take Action Today
Decide on your goal. Be specific — “Place in the top 3 at the October ranch riding class” is better than “Do well.”

Make a simple plan. Work 15–20 minutes a day on targeted skills. End each session on a positive note.

Stay consistent. Even if it’s not perfect, keep showing up. Progress is built in the repetition.

Quit waiting for the stars to align. Start today, even if it’s just a short, simple ride. Because every time you work with purpose, you’re one step closer to walking into that arena ready — not wishing.

08/12/2025

08/11/2025

08/10/2025

Ranch horses aren’t just trained — they’re made.
They’re shaped by long days in wide open spaces, quick turns in tight pens with questionable footing, and the steady pressure of working cattle.

They’re our partners — the ones we rise early with, work hard alongside, and end the day accomplished, sore, and satisfied.

In today’s modern world, the true ranch horse is becoming rare.
Some only work the ranch.
Some only show.
And a few can do both.

A real ranch horse never says no.
They try everything.
They find finesse, drive, and an unshakable work ethic.

Join me at a Stache Ranch Clinic this year.
Cattle or no cattle — our focus is the same:
Horsemanship.
Finesse.
Safety.
Confidence.

Let’s keep the legacy alive.
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08/09/2025

🚨🐴 HAPPENING TODAY in Medical Lake! 🚨
Test it. Ride it. LOVE it. 🎧🔥

Join us at KTH Ranch for the Ride Ready Audio Launch Party!
💲 Just $15 haul In fee per person
🎯 Play with our brand-new guided riding playlists
🤠 Meet Eddie Landry of Stache Ranch — see his teaching in action & decide if he’s the trainer for you and your horse.

📍 Today Only – Don’t Miss Out!

08/05/2025

🔥 Stache Ranch Fall Lesson Special (Now–Oct 18)

Option 1: Weekly Lesson Package – $440
🐴 Total of 11 lessons (1 per week through Oct 18)

💰 Save $220 vs normal hourly rate ($60/hr)

✅ Bonus #1: 1 month free membership of Ride Ready Audio

✅ Bonus #2: Priority scheduling – you pick your time each week before public slots open

✅ Bonus #3: A personalized progress journal (print or digital) to track your goals, wins, and homework

✅ Surprise gift at your last lesson!

Option 2: Bi-Weekly Lesson Package – $240
🐴 Total of 6 lessons (every other week through Oct 18)

💰 Save $120 vs normal hourly rate ($60/hr)

✅ Bonus #1: 1 month free membership of Ride Ready Audio

✅ Bonus #2: End-of-season goal review session with Eddie

✅ Bonus #3: 10% off any Stache Ranch fall clinic

🎯 Why This Package is a Steal:
Consistent coaching builds a safer, more confident horse and rider.

Fall is prime time to fix what didn’t work this summer and get ride-ready before the weather turns.

Eddie doesn’t hit snooze on progress. If the learning’s flowing, the clock stops ticking.

📅 Book or Inquire Now:
Spots are limited and will fill fast!
👉 https://calendly.com/stacheranch/lesson-1-hr
💬 Or message Eddie directly to lock in your package.

Total Equine -Spokane, WA
Knotty Girlz
Stache Vitality
M Performance Horses
The Equestrian App
The Ranch Horse Club
Ride Ready Audio

08/05/2025

🚨 2026 HERMISTON CLINIC EARLY REGISTRATION IS OPEN! 🚨

We’ve had an incredible clinic weekend, and we’re already getting excited for next year! 🎉

📅 Clinic Dates: June 26–28, 2026
💵 Cost: $500 per person

🔒 Save Your Spot Now with a $100 Deposit!

📅 Balance of $400 due by May 15, 2026

Want in? It’s simple:

👉 Pay a $100 non-refundable deposit to lock in your spot
👉 This will save your spot, lock in your total price, and Earn you Stache Ranch Swag.
👉 Registration form + payment go to Jen Smith

This early bird option is ONLY good until December 31, 2025, so don’t wait!

REGISTER AND PAY -->> https://forms.gle/mAqBURLDAbXYHspi6

Let us know if you have questions, and we’ll see you in the arena in 2026! 🐴✨

08/04/2025

🎤 Just got back from the North Idaho State Fair Open Ranch Horse Show this past weekend—and wow, the competition was 🔥!
It was awesome to see so many talented riders in the arena. But I couldn’t help but think… a few of those teams could’ve really benefitted from Ride Ready Audio in their training toolkit.

Whether it’s developing smoother transitions, maintaining gait consistency, or being ready for the unpredictable flow of a ranch rail class, Ride Ready Audio helps you practice like you’re already in the show pen.

👉 There are still plenty of shows left this season, so no matter your level, give this FREE sample playlist a try:
🎧 https://on.soundcloud.com/sl5zYzQ2NL2QC2mKib

If you find it helpful (and I think you will), use code "founding25" at checkout for 25% off any membership level:
💻 https://payhip.com/StacheRanchRideReadyAudio

Your horse deserves more than drills. Give them clarity. Give yourself confidence. Ride Ready. 🐴🎧

08/03/2025

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08/02/2025

🎧 Saddle up with Ride Ready Audio! 🐴
Want to ride with more focus, better timing, and real results?

Head over to 👉 https://payhip.com/StacheRanchRideReadyAudio and grab the membership that fits YOUR goals — monthly, seasonal, or annual!

🚨 Use promo code founding25 at checkout to get 25% off the membership of your choice — for a limited time!

Each audio playlist is designed to keep you sharp in the saddle — just hit play and ride! New playlists are added regularly to keep your training fresh and forward-moving.

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02/18/2025

As a trail rider in Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho, DON'T be "just" a trail rider. I want to be the best at the following 10 things to ensure safe, smooth, and enjoyable rides in the diverse terrain of the Inland Northwest. Here’s an exercise for each skill and a way to measure you progress.

1. Steep Hill Control (Ascending & Descending)
Exercise: Find a safe hill with a moderate incline. Practice walking your horse up using light rein contact and strong seat cues. Descend at a controlled pace, encouraging your horse to stay balanced rather than rushing.
Measure: Maintain a steady pace uphill and downhill without your horse pulling on the reins or rushing.

2. Water Crossings
Exercise: Start with shallow puddles, then progress to small creeks and deeper streams. Use patience and encouragement rather than force.
Measure: The horse steps into the water calmly and walks through without hesitation.

3. Crossing Deadfall and Logs
Exercise: Set up ground poles and small logs in an arena or open field. Practice walking over them at a steady pace, focusing on keeping the horse balanced and engaged.
Measure: The horse lifts its feet properly, doesn't trip, and remains confident when encountering larger obstacles on the trail.

4. Side Passing for Gate Work
Exercise: Use a fence or pole to teach the horse to side-pass on cue, using leg pressure and rein control. Practice opening and closing gates without dismounting.
Measure: Horse moves smoothly sideways and can open a gate without needing to back up or fidget.

5. Staying Calm in Wildlife Encounters
Exercise: Introduce desensitization exercises with plastic bags, flags, and moving objects. Ride through areas where deer or birds are common.
Measure: The horse doesn’t spook or react sharply when encountering unexpected movements or sounds.

6. Standing Still for Mounting and Dismounting
Exercise: Mount and dismount multiple times from both sides, rewarding the horse for standing still. Gradually increase the wait time before moving forward.
Measure: The horse remains steady at the mounting block or in an open area without fidgeting.

7. Riding in a Group and Alone
Exercise: Ride with a group, gradually taking turns being in the lead, the middle, and the back. Then, practice short solo rides away from the barn.
Measure: The horse remains relaxed in any position in a group and doesn’t hesitate when leaving alone.

8. Emergency Stops and One-Rein Stops
Exercise: At different speeds, practice stopping your horse using a balanced seat and a verbal "whoa." Then, reinforce with the reins if needed. Practice a one-rein stop for emergency situations.
Measure: The horse stops within a few steps of the cue, even from a trot or canter.

9. Endurance and Stamina
Exercise: Increase ride duration and terrain difficulty each week. Incorporate trotting and cantering in short bursts on hills.
Measure: The horse completes longer rides without excessive fatigue or heavy breathing.

10. Navigating Rocky Terrain and Uneven Ground
Exercise: Walk over varied surfaces such as gravel, river rocks, and soft dirt. Encourage the horse to pick its way through carefully instead of rushing.
Measure: The horse maintains balance and careful foot placement over rough ground without stumbling.

Mastering these skills makes for a safer, more enjoyable trail experience, ensuring both horse and rider are prepared for anything the landscape of Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho throws their way. 🚵‍♂️🐴