Artwork that’s been available for viewing at Mavericks will now be available for acquisition in Blanco at Gillen’s on the 24th at 6pm. For artwork, 10% of sales will benefit Alzheimer’s Texas. A generous 100% of net proceeds from BBQ plate sales and all revenue from our silent auction items will benefit the cause. John […]
Free Trail Ride This Weekend!
If you’ve wanted to get in the saddle, but you haven’t had the chance or the funds, now is the time to pay attention! We will be hosting a series of free giveaways for the next TEN DAYS if you’ll follow us along on Instagram. We are kickstarting this giveaway series, with a CONTEST ALERT […]
Special Events Venue: Texas Dude Ranch
When you’re looking for your best option for a Texas dude ranch event, consider coming to hang with us at Maverick Horseback Riding. We offer incredible views, a true Texas experience, and friendly horses that will meet anyone’s personality. We have a selection of colorful horses and breeds here at Mavericks. From Thoroughbreds to paints, […]
Things to do in ATX: Austin TX Trails
Looking for some fun in the sun? This summer you can book rides seven days a week at multiple Austin locations. Please remember that in order to enforce a “reservations required” policy at our riding facilities, ranches and parks, we do not provide directions until you’ve booked. General geographical locations will give you a good […]
Riding Instruction for Beginners
A post by Kathryn Hetzendorfer When working with horses, instruction doesn’t start from the moment you hop in the saddle. Rather, it starts long before, when handling horses on the ground. Whether you’re working with a horse you’ve just met or one you’ve had a relationship with for years, the rules are the same: approach […]
Horsemanship 101: Trusting your horse on trail
Post submitted by Sara Clark Humans are, by all scientific accounts, smarter than the rest of the animal kingdom. Horses, who are herd and prey animals, in particular are not known for their critical reasoning. And it is for that reason, I think, that many people who have spent no time around horses (or other […]
Horse Health 101: The Causes of Laminitis
A post by Charlotte Edmond I have been around horses my entire life. One of the most common diseases I have heard about is laminitis. Countless times I have heard owners discuss in admiration the glory days of their horses. That is, until their beloved pets developed laminitis and were retired to a pasture. So […]
Horse Training 101: Desensitization and Habituation
This post was submitted by Makayla Peoples Desensitization is crucial to the training of every horse. Whether you are working with kid horses or sport horses it is important to introduce them to different kinds of objects and situations. This builds the horses confidence in itself, and builds their confidence in the relationship that you […]
Warning: Confirmed Cases of Horse Fever in Central Texas
My First Horse: The Grown Up’s Guide to Keeping Horses and Managing Horse Fever Posted by Veronica Looney My dad had been listening to my not-so-subtle hints that I wanted horseback riding lessons for several months. Eventually, I had him convinced that I wasn’t just going through a phase. On my eighth birthday, my whole […]
Horse Safety, from the eyes of a Maverick Youth Equestrian
Bridey submitted this post on horse safety. If you’d like to learn more about how to earn a discounted rate on your lesson or trail ride, please click HERE. When handling a horse it is important to act carefully and be aware at all times, this is not only for your safety but also the […]