A LOOK INSIDE THE JOURNEY TO BECOMING

a horseman

Welcome to the CWH Blog, a direct insight into Colton's journey as he progresses his horsemanship. Colton's goal is to document his experiences as he works towards developing a better feel, timing, balance and understanding with the horse. By sharing first-hand experiences as well as those learned from others along the way, together we all have the opportunity to continually grow and strengthen the relationship we have with our horses and the people in our lives.

The Leadline Podcast with Colton Woods

Thank you to Mandee Flanders, host of The Leadline Podcast, for having me on to talk about building and growing a successful horse...

Horses in the Morning Podcast with Colton Woods

Thank you to Horse Radio Network and Horses in the Morning, for having me on to talk about life a a professional trainer and running a...

Reflections on Softness

Softness in our horses starts from within. Within the horse and even before that, within us. And softness isn’t weakness. Softness is how...

BizQuik Podcast with Colton Woods Horsemanship

Thank you to Julie and Corey, host of BizQuik Podcast, for having me on to talk about growing Colton Woods Horsemanship and what we have...

Becoming Versatile and Fluent Communicators for Our Horses

By us, the human, learning a variety of ways to teach our horse to do something we are becoming a more versatile and fluent communicator.

Prepare Them Before You Have to Protect Them

The key for positive, enjoyable experience with your horse.

The Equestrian Podcast: Key Elements of Intentional Training

Thank you to Bethany Lee, host of The Equestrian Podcast, for having me on for a great discussion about the importance of being...

Dreams Aren’t Cheap

When we hear something is cheap or expensive our first thought goes to money. But what comes to mind if someone said, “That dream is...

Naturally Calm, Horse Illustrated June 2020

Just about every one of us at some point along our journey has experienced what it’s like when our horse either has an excessive amount...

Springen Eq Podcast: Equestrian Entrepreneurship

A huge thank you to Jess Einwechter for having me and my wife, Maredith, on the Springen Eq Podcast! We had a great conversation diving...

Ahhhh Riding Grand Prix in Portugal

I have thought quite a bit on how to start this blog post after such an incredible trip and personal dive into whole new realm of...

Take The Reins Podcast with Nikki Porter

Feeling incredibly blessed to have had the opportunity to join Nikki Porter on her podcast, Take the Reins! We had a great discussion...

The Heart of Horsemanship Podcast: Past, Present, Future

Horsemanship is not merely a way to train a horse; it is everything we do with our horses and in our lives. In life and in horsemanship...

Makeover to Made-Over, Reflections on a Wild Ride

Not a single word, phrase, title or even paragraph can capture the magnitude to which a Extreme Mustang Makeover event has both on the...

Q&A: Rein Connection~ A Worthy Pursuit

When one person asks, many are wondering! Here is a great Q&A focusing on the getting connected to the horse's feet. More specific,...

Forage First: Winter Warmth, Health & Management

Forage, blanketing and turnout. Three extremely hot topics when it comes to the management of our horses throughout the winter months....

Training Horses Below Zero

Over the last two weeks here in central Kentucky, temperatures have remained in the single digits. Well, the 'actual' temperature that...

Collaborative Video with Patrick King

Set them up, wait, don't rush and let them think their way through it. A common theme from Day #1. Wrapping up from our first day of...

Finding Relaxation- None are the same!

Something pretty neat happened today... This fella is a 5 year old QH dun gelding that I started and have had the opportunity to work...

TOPS Magazine Feature- Colt of the Month

A HUGE thank you to TOPS in Lexington for the opportunity to be featured as the 'Colt of the Month'. I had a great time and it was truly...

'Finding the Balance'- Indiana Clinic

What a pleasure it was to work with a great group of folks throughout the weekend! Both you and your horses made great progress over the...

'Fine Lines' with Ian Leighton

"We are working with fine lines here. The line between respect and fear. The line between force and ask. The line between relaxed and...

Stall Grazing!

You bet! Still feeding the amount of hay both Oney and Leroy need, wasting less and it will last them til morning. These Hay Chix hay...

The Independent Packer, Spending time with Leroy

Headed out to the arena this morning with my second one for the day right behind me. This horse is an all around great 'packer' and will...