Everyday Mulemanship

We dive deep into our recent colt starting clinics to share highlights and lessons learned! With guests Megan and Shane Mensing and Skye Evans.

Nathan Hyer, Megan Mensing, Lisa Taaca, Bentley White, and Skye Evans ask Ty all kinds of questions about mules, teachings clinics, and more!

Spokane was a fantastic clinic! Tons of great learning opportunities and amazing people very interested in becoming the best they can be for their mules, horses and donkeys. In this episode Ty also answers some listener questions and offers advice on advancing your mulemanship.

Ty talks about the recent clinic in John Day, OR along with some highlights from the last few weeks of clinics. Ty also answers questions about transitions, nervous mules, and more!

Nathan is a great man and does a fantastic job with mules and farrier work. On this episode we talk all about Nathan and his experience shoeing mules

Ty talks about the recent Extreme Trail Clinic and how obstacles can build confidence and team building. He also answers questions on hard to catch mules, bolting mules, speeding a mule up and driving mules. 

It was a fantastic time visiting with my friends Chris and Marisa Clark. This couple teaches packing clinics utilizing years and years of Grand Canyon Packing experience.

Boyd Ranch Mule Days is amazing! We had an incredible time there and really enjoyed our experience. If you are looking for a fun family mule event you have to put Boyd Ranch Mule Days on your schedule. For more information visit www.boydranch.org or email Scott at scottstewartaz@gmail.com

Ty and Skye talk about the clinics in Mesa, Sahuarita, and Wickenburg, Arizona and answer some listener questions.

Tom has been braiding rawhide for over 15 years and has become one of the top braiders in the country. Toms rawhide gear is a work of art. Enjoy my chat with Thomas Peterson, the Rawhide Master.

This week Ty talks about how he preps his mules to go to the vet, and how to make it a better experience for the mules at the vet. He takes questions on anxious mules, down-hill troubles, and head gear preferences.

It would be hard to find better folks than Donnie and Teresa Oldham. These amazing people own and operate one of the leading breeding programs in the United States. Rockin O Mules is famous for breeding top quality reining and cow bred mules. I sure enjoyed talking with these great people and I hope you do as well. www.rockinomules.com

Ty talks about the first clinic of 2022 in Fort Pierce, FL and discusses some important topics in mulemanship. Then Ty shares highlights from our first ever Virtual clinic and answers some questions from listeners about saddling, using voice commands, cranky colts, and more.

Joe Winchell is very keen when it comes to mules. He has a lot of great insight into the business and working with these amazing animals.

Jerry owns On a Whim Ranch and has hosted us for clinics in 2019 and 2021. He is also Zelda the Zorse's stable boy. Jerry has some great insight in the world of Zorses and other long ears.

Focus on your mules strengths stronger. When you make your goals and New Years resolutions think about how you can get better at what you are already good at. We also answer a great question about shaping hackamores.

Ty talks about a recent Private Clinic he had in Utah and answers a bunch of great questions. 1. Brushing A Mule That Doesn’t Want To Be Brushed. 2. Leading Troubles. 3. Bit Recommendations. 4. Boots on Mules. 5. The Process of Ground-tying.  6. Scared of Cows and Trucks.

John Sklaraski is an extremely humble horseman. This guy is a heck of a hand around these critters and definitely brings out the best in them all. 

1. Back Cinches? 2. Hard to Catch and Troubled. 3. Leading by a Foot. 4. One Rein Stops. 5. Side-Pull Bridles? 6. Black Flag Problems. 7. Hard to Find a Trainer That Will Work My Mule.

Colt has been building saddles since he was in high school and has honed his craft to excellence. He is a family man, a mule man, and a all around good guy. In this episode we talk mules, saddles, saddle fit, details on ordering a saddle, and more.

Thankful people are happy people. Ty gives thanks to all the wonderful blessings in his life.  Also, Ty answers questions! 1. How To Fix A Mule That Kicks When You Go TO Get On? 2. How To Help Your Mule Through Transitions At The Trot And Lope? 3. What To Do When Your Mule Is Nervous Being Alone In An Indoor Arena?

Nancy Baldock is one amazing woman! From her service in the US Air Force to her expertise in gaited mules she is a professional and does things right. I hope you all enjoy her insight into the world of gaited bred mules, I know I learned a lot.

Ty talks about his recent Extreme Trail Riding Clinic and the importance of having your mule broke to lead. Ty also answers a few questions: 1. What to do when your mule doesn't want to follow while leading? 2. How to "Up the Ante" while practicing the Checklist? 3. How to help your mule have a good experience when being vaccinated? 4. Trouble with a wild mini mule.

Ty talks about how standards and expectations change over the years. As you get better and are more aware you will have a better understanding of what it is you are looking for. Mule Tip Tuesday Questions: 1. Crossing Bridges 2. Soft Feel and Head Shaking 3. Hooking-On Troubles with a yearling 4. Picking Up a foot and shoeing troubles 5. Conditioning for our Extreme Trail Clinic 6. Canter Departur...

In this episode Ty talks about working towards your end goal and being mindful about how you get there. Also, tons of great questions ansered! 1. Bracing When Rolling The Hinds. 2. Should I Do Transition Work With A 6-Month Old Mule? 3. Why Do You Just Use A Halter For The First Few Rides Instead Of The Snaffle? 4. How Do You Prepare A Horse To Be "Fleet Horse"? 5. How Do I Improve My Mules Abilit...