4 Things I Wish I Had Known Before I Started Wrangling
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- Опубликовано: 24 авг 2021
- These are some things that I wish I had known in advance when I started wrangling. They are not things about physical ability, but views on the best way to do the job itself
• How I Got Started in t... - this is the previous video on how I got started wrangling
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I'm as far from being a cowboy as I am from being an astronaut but I find great value in this man's wisdom and humility.
It's as if your work shapes your personality, and vice versa.
Refreshing and practical.
You can still have that cowboy mindset and attitude though. Hard working, hard to keep down (cowboy up), keeping your word at all times etc... the majority of them seem solid in all aspects of life
Amen, this is so spot on. I remember my first year wrangling I was so shy, I couldnt even talk to the guests. I'd have a script in my head and go over it the whole ride, but every time I tried to talk, I'd get a lump in my throat. And yes, I got in a lot of dangerous situations w guests because I couldn't say no. So I actually didn't make that great of a wrangler.🤣 But I bet after being a mom, if I got back in there, I'd do a lot better. I got the mom look and voice down now! I remember somewhere along the line I realized I needed to not only be a horse reader, but a people reader too. Everyone had a reason for being on a horse on a mountain in Alaska w a wild Idaho cowgirl. And my job was to figure out why and how I could facilitate that. Some it truly is just for kicks, but boy is it surprising how many are running from something, trying to heal from something, fill a void, mend a relationship, the list goes on. I learned if I pay enough attention to them I'd start to figure it out. Mostly watching them interact w their horse told me all I needed to know. And I can't believe how many people told me their life stories and even deepest secrets and regrets, wishes and aspirations. So far removed from their normal, the walls came down quick. I've had many guests contact me later saying their life was changed on the trail. A wrangler can help facilitate a profound difference in someone's life. What an amazing opportunity and responsibility! Just like your saying. Thanks for the compliments by the way, I've always held you and your family in the highest respect!
I started out watching Dwayne because I like the horse stories but I’ve stayed with him because everything he says applies to all areas if life. You don’t have to be controlling a string of horses to be able to apply these lessons to our life.
It’s about the people💕 I love that! I know your videos are aimed at guys-but I really love them and appreciate what you’re sharing so much!! Thank you!
I'm a mom of three little boys and when someone treats my boys the way you did to that family from Alaska I am always so grateful. I bet that mom was really happy that they got to make that memory.
Dwayne is providing a true service for the community . His "How He Got Started" video was truly inspiring, for anyone regardless of their profession. Anyone else think Sam Elliot borrowed his look from Dwayne? *the wise cowboy from The Big Lebowski
lol I mean Sam is probably 10-15 years older than him and I think Sam would steal any style that’s what Californians do.
his story reminds me of my own: I learned wrangling jumping in on the lowest rung of horse tour companies in Monument Valley on the Navajo Indian reservation. Eventually worked so well the better companies wanted me. Got lots of time in the saddle now from that. I totally agree with the idea that wrangling is about the people. The part about ranchers being wranglers is also true of full-blood navajo lol
Amazing horse riders, awful guides. I just took a moment to ask for names beforehand or record/write them down discreetly if I needed to. I found that remembering names, even if mixed up a time or two, was paramount to a fantastic tip.
“Hey mi hijo!”
-Sam Elliot/Roadhouse
@@energyasylum997 lol
This channel is so down to earth, salt of the earth philosophy. I just found this site and love it.
Me too.
Agreed
DeWayne, I was a schoolteacher for almost 40 years and an awful lot of what you said resonated with me. The key to success in any line of working with people is being able to empathize with your customer, student, what-have-you. If you can see the world through their eyes and try to help them accomplish what they want to do, you’ll do fine in most situations. You can’t be perfect in every situation, but most of the time it’ll turn out well for both sides. Thanks for sharing your experience.
"I don't want to make a 20 minute video here" 19:51 Well done sir! All joking aside, I really appreciate all of your content. Keep doing what you do.
lol as soon as he said that I moved my mouse to see the length of the video
It is nice to hear a honest MAN and enjoy hearing YOU and YOUR WIFE explain life and YOUR TALKS on all walks of life and what it takes to have HORSES.
Lets toss a #5 in there. You probably wont remember every group you lead, but they will definitely remember you! you are making lifetime memories for many of these people so make sure it is a positive one. Love watching the videos by the way. Keep up the good work.
You brought back memories of my first summer job. Trail guide job with an 80 year old man's string of 40 rent horses in Cloudcroft, NM. He was there all day every day to watch over his beloved business. Best cared for horses I ever saw to this day. I've seen sorry ones before. Here was narrow winding trails through thick forests all the way. Ahh, my, it was beautiful. And the whole outfit was just treated as something precious. Only good attitude allowed by us humans. It's exactly as you say, sir. It's about people first. Absolutely true. Taking the whole string and matching them up to the right riders on real busy days was something I considered a life or death responsibility. And yes indeed it meant a lot to make that ride as fun and unforgettable as possible. I loved that job with all my heart. I wanted every rider to have every minute become a happy memory. I myself felt so blessed every day. This was almost 50 years ago and I could still tell a hundred good stories about that one summer.
Man, I don't know how I ended up on this channel but I'm happy I did cause all this man is saying is amazing.
I teach skiing for a living and I'm impressed I find such similarities with his philosophy.
First of all you are working with people that are in vacation so be grateful these people support your lifestyle and work on your social skills so is enjoyable to be around. No matter how good of a skier you are, you only manage to pass valuable experience trough the bond you make with these folks.
Second, being a jack of all trades is a lot handier with a group of guest than being the best skier ever, also going to relate more to people that want to learn skiing above all.
Can't argued with number three.
It's refreshing cause I'm tired of talking with ungrateful colleagues that are only out there for themselves.
Makes me wanna go visit your ranch sir! ♥️🙏
"I don't want to make a 20 minute video...." hahaha, love it. Been loving watching your videos, recently found you. Remind me of men I knew growing up. Good, strong, men with values, morales, character, and accepting of people's flaws, as long as they are trying to be better and help others lift burdens. Keep it up.
If more people acted this way and showed grace and kindness we all wouldn't be living in the world we have today. Great video Sir
I now remember that in Germany, in the 70s/80s there was a jeans brand "Wrangler" - now I see the connection! As others said before, plenty wisdom here for every walk of life, including cubicle life🙂 Thank you Dewayne.
Once again, well said. I’ve guided hunters a handful of times for antelope, mulies and elk. The very best hunter I ever guided was a guy from Denver who had never hunted before. This particular hunt was for antelope in NE New Mexico and he was very interested in the flora and fauna and liked to stop to study everything. I got a little irritated with him until I realized he was taking in the ENTIRE experience as a good hunter should do. He shot a nice buck and I refused his tip since it reminded me of the wonder of a first hunt. It’s was a humbling reminder for someone with over 25 years of hunting experience. Humility goes a long way and it’s obvious Dwayne has it.
That's not hunting. That is simple killing. Long gun, bows, that's not sportsmanship, again, I'm from the west and we didn't need to kill anything. Worried about wolves? Try donkeys, try dogs like most other countries do.
First time hunters tend to listen better too
This makes a lot of sense. Wrangling is about hospitality and making sure people have pleasant experiences with good horses 🐎
There is a thing I learned called "leadership by following". Not all of us can be the CEO with vision. But some of us are good with following the CEO's direction, do this. Then us underlings can make it happen. We might not have the vision, but we can do, and make it work. I think that is what you were getting at. Not my ranch, but I know the rules and I'm going to enforce them. Leadership by following. It is a good thing.
Great video as always. I'm a retired Lexington Police Officer and I always told my rookies to treat people as nice as they will let you. Be nice until you can't anymore. Lol
That was a really good explanation of the top three reasons I could never ever be a wrangler for a dude or pack outfit. I love my horses but I am not a people person. I'm introverted and I really dislike interacting with people. I can and have done cowboy work just fine but wrangling is a HUGE "nope" for me. Because you are 100% correct it is a job for somebody who is great with people. The 4th thing I have no problem with, I was in the infantry in the Marines for 8 years, just over four of them were as a sergeant. I can give orders and make sure they are followed like nobodies business but truth be told I hated doing it. I was good at it but I swore after I got out I would never manage people again. I think it's great you are giving the straight dope on here to folks wanting to get into this line of work so things like this don't bite them in the backside out of the blue if they do start doing this for a job.
It is nice to hear a sensible man giving true advice...words to live by and put into practical use. Thank you 😊
One thing people don’t understand about horses is that they might come cheap or even free- but taking care of them is very expensive.
My first ride was when I was a little girl was the high sierras (Mammoth Lakes California) for my birthday and I loved it so much that I didn’t want to take a bath when I got home because I loved the smell of the horses on me. My first horse I ever got was a dream from that first ride at 10 years old.
One of the reasons I don’t do trail rides on vacation anymore is because I’ve seen people who don’t know horses often do reckless, ignorant things while riding. They put all the other riders as well as the horses) at risk.
When You talk about getting scraped offof saddles by tree limbs it makes Me chuckle thinking about How My Dirt Motorcycle scared a Drugstore cowboys Horse. It started crow hopping , His eyes squinted and chin tucked as his posture mimicked a rodeo bronc rider doing a belly ride as the horse wheeled and took him under the limb that acted like a shoe horn.
I've been consuming as much of the Wisdom & Knowledge that you've given on this platform, and I am graced by it.
I just have to say (not to talk about faith itself) it's incredibly refreshing, to experience another within the belief I hold, know that not every bit of impartment you have to give, is to 'recruit' others who hear your words, into religion.
It's to love, to uplift and to educate out of just wanting them to succeed and, if the decision ever comes to reach out for a great hereafter, it's solely upon the decision garnered through being loved truly and wholly unconditionally, without a single factor of importance pressed to "fall in line".
Thank you Sir.
I grew up farm/country but not ranch/horse cowboy, my wife and her brothers were ranch folks. I watched my first Dry Creek Wrangler School video because a topic caught my eye and I wanted to learn more. I cannot put down the book so to speak. I don't try to be something I am not but I can engage in some conversations now I would not have before and I can ask questions that don't embarrass me, or others I hope! Some things covered I know, many I didn't, and some I'd never given any thought to. So.. thank you for personable, informative, and enjoyable videos and please never run out of topics.
Got a video request. Boots. What do you look for? What do you avoid? What brands do you go with?
A great presentation. Thanks for sharing your wisdom, your wrangling philosophy, and your life experiences.
I must say I’ve also been quite impressed by mother, as well, as she’s been depicted in these videos. She seems to be an amazing lady and a true life partner. I wish you both, and your family, the very best always.
I was in my teens, twenties and thirties. My dad had cattle and horses , we had trail rides, and raised horses trained and sold horses... I wish I had known more , I wish I had done some things differently.. I will never have that chance again..Life may offer things only once.
Good advice for life even if you are not a Wrangler
A good book to read is Horses Hitches and Rocky Trails by Joe Back. Always puts me in a good mood
Another great vid. Spot on.
We always called them by their horse's name until we learned their names. By the end of the week, we had all their names down pat. Sometimes 18-22 people.
I have "wrangled" unprofessionally a small number of times. One was taking four young women from back east on a horseback ride. I have three horses...so we did two separate rides. My goal was that they would have a safe ride and a lifetime memory. Last month I took my brother's daughter on three rides in Yellowstone Park. She is a good rider and that made it easier for me. We had a grand time. She even got to see a Grizzly bear on one ride. You provide a wealth of knowledge and insight, thanks.
I have never had the urge to ride a horse, and I definitely am not gonna work with horses for a living, but I could listen to this guy talk forever. Rock on you mustachioed legend.
not just wrangler instruction, but life instruction...great video..
A good rule to remember about being personable is to get people talking about their favorite subject, which often turns out to be themselves.
Happy I found your channel. I’m not a cowboy by any means. It’s a dream of mine and your perspective is humbling to say the least. You and momma have a blessed day.
This is an older video but I am new to your channel. Anyone finding this pay mind. Many don't have and elder to teach this. My oldest daughter has bucked me for years on some of this and now in college years is learning its so much nicer in life and apply these philosophies to other aspects to your life and it will be nicer for you.
The videos get better and better
What going to take my first ride tomorrow here in ny, but have to put off for bad weather. Been following Dwyane for years now men like this gives young men like me hope for the future
"I don't wanna make a 20 minute video here" 19:51
Good rules for life. So respect, get respect. Follow the rules and you won't end up on the News.
This is very true about any job. Just going through life this is good advice
you are a wise man and you care thats rare
Suggestion I am sure your wife has some interesting points of advice and advice from a wife’s point of view. Things a married Wrangler needs to remember about how it effects a marriage and family. Things to remember when your off the trail.
Dwayne what are some of your favorite/recommended books
Thank you for taking your time (our most precious gift) and sharing it.
Thanks for the video Dewayne. Always a pleasure.
Outstanding advice! Truly enjoying your videos. Keep it up!
This is a great channel! Please keep em comin! Watching ya from South Mountain NC
From Queensland Australia, you always make a lot of sense Dwaye, thank you for your series.
I really appreciate the words you share with us. In something like this you can apply it to almost every aspect of our lives. Keep'em comin'!!!!
Just started watching your videos. Loved this one. This pertains to so much more then just wrangling. You are a true professional.
Dwayne, the mustace is awesome. We the Romanians know a thing or two about horses, but your take is refreshing.
Great video. Thank you for all you do sir. Truly informative and worthy of recommendation.
Sound advice all the way around. You have my respect sir.
Dwayne you are a fine and interesting guy. I like it when you talk about life and your experiences. Happy trails...
Love this channel gives me hope to find a job wrangling one day something deep inside always draws me back to this life style. Im willing to work for free just to learn it.
You Sir, are a thoughtful and decent person.
You're a solid guy. Thanks for sharing 👍
Very well said, Dwayne! Thanks.
Great video. I have sent this link to many people because it is not just for wranglers. This is life lessons no matter how high you think you are up the ladder.
Goodness I wish I had a dad or grandpa that gave advice and wisdom like you do sir. Love your kind words.
DeWayne, I find myself saving your talks to my “Life” folder - often. Thank you for expressing what most know to be true.
I wish I would’ve discovered this channel long ago. Thank you sir for these nuggets of wisdom 😌
Thanks for sharing your videos and keep them coming please.
Absolutely awesome video, thank you Dewayne these DCW school videos are my new favorite content on RUclips!😁👍such great insight and advice, has really got me interested in the wrangling lifestyle! Keep up the great work man thank you!
Love watching your videos and hearing your stories....you are a very wise man...thanks for sharing...greets from Belgium.👍
Hello Dwayne from Australia love your stories x
1st time to comment on your Videos - Great stuff and RIGHT on the point. Looking forward to more Presentations as you see fit.
Dwayne, I love the content. Sometime tell us about your book preferences in your off time. Keep the videos coming.
Thanks for the video Dwayne I enjoyed it.
You and mommy have a Bless Day!
I like watching cowboy Kent Rollins on the cooking
I was that little horse crazy girl. I didn’t run, I cantered lol
There was an old wrangler close to Cherokee North Carolina that was wonderful. He let me sit up on that old black horse and climb down myself and then smell the horses neck. I still remember and it’s been a good 40 years. I currently have 9 horses and have taken in older horses for the last 12 years.
Thanks to that old man.
Great video.
Great video!
Dwayne, great stuff, as always. I'd say these are good rules for life in general, not just wrangling. I'd love to hear about some of your favorite books.
Thank U Dwayne ! You are The You Tube Sam Elliott your Outlook on things is a guiding light of true wisdom. Ace M. from Baltimore Md
Thanks for the window into a world that I have only experienced once from the outside! If I ever get a chance to ride again, I may reconsider my decision to never hop on another horse after seeing how hard it can be to be perfect for every client.
What a wonderful explanation ......
That was one outstanding video lesson. Thanks.
Hay Dwayne, Love listening to you with the emphasis on "listening". There needs to be more people in the world with your moral fiber and common dog mentality. If you keep this up a lot of younger people will start to listen and learn maybe not all but a lot of them. Keep up the good work your Canadian friend/fan.
I keep trying ... unsuccessfully ... to find a way to give more than just one thumbs up on all of Dwayne's videos. I'm so very thankful to have discovered that people like Dwayne (and to some extent, the other Commenters, too) still exist in this world. I haven't found one thing he says that isn't simply the best advice--whether it's regarding horses or people, attitudes, work ethic, empathy, and on & on. I realize it's not possible, but I personally, would like to begin every day, listening to Dwaye, his horse knowledge, advice & adventures ... he needs to have his own show on some cable network! I wrangled one time several years ago ... 3 men from the U.S. came to Mexico (where I live now) for 4 days/3 nights riding/camping. We three women were the wranglers/cooks and fed/groomed/saddled all the horses. One of the guys had told us he was an "experienced" rider, so requested a "lively" horse. I was assigned to this guy. I'll never stop laughing about when he first approached his "lively" horse, he turned to me and said, "It's been a while since I've ridden ... I can't remember on which side I'm supposed to mount."
Your wise man. These tips are not only for packing and horses, but they can be applied to any job out there where you are dealing with people and customer service. Love your channel,I’m not a cowboy or ride horses but truly enjoy the channel and content. I really like the videos that deal with life and other topics. You have great knowledge and experience that can serve many people. I am new subscriber and look forward to more videos. Thank you, keep up the great work. God bless. ❤️💥👍🏼🙏
Excellent advice - Dwayne you are truly becoming the man God meant you to be. I am not a religious person, but I can see all the good in you..BTW you must have a very good wife supporting you. Cheers from Australia.
Love and respect this man. Knew and understood what he wanted and went after it with all he had. The full measure of a man!!!
One of the reasons I don't pack for the public or guide hunters .. not that I don't like people .. I do .. I just don't want to be responsible for anyone else .. its all I can do to take care of myself lol
Great "sit down". I was raised on a farm with a "hack string" in SE PA. I truly wish I was a better horseman but Dwayne's understanding of his job is spot on. I'm 70 now, life took over but I still want to get west for a bit and saddle up again. Dwayne, I'm Duane.
Found your channel a few weeks back while I was babysitting some friends' horses as they were off at horse shows and sales. You could take this channel and make a really good management or life course. A lot of good advice here!! I am retired now and just help folks out with their critters, keep in the mountains as much as possible. Common sense which there seems to be a lack of anymore.
Dwayne you are a Blessing!! I Appreciate your insights and would like to say I also love reading and can communicate with just about everyone from the janitor to the CEO and can hold me own with each. No expletives is a rule to live by, people cuss because they don't have anything intelligent to say!! Thank You for telling it Straight!! Blessings 🙏
Absolutely the best video on here. There is a special place in the hereafter for you my friend. I feel a little bit closer to God because of your videos. Also, my day to day life is better for having watched your videos. Please keep up this amazing work. I wish you and your's the very best. 'Hope to some day cross paths with you to thank you in person.
well said and you might apply this to almost every profession, job, sport, hobby, etc. You have great communication skill, which is built by these 4 things.
Dewan your coffee is getting cold. Merry Christmas, love the channel
8:52 "I don't wanna make a 20 minute video here, alright?". Time of video: 19 minutes & 51 seconds 😆. Came in under 20 minutes with only 9 seconds left... Hope y'all know I'm just joking. I could listen to Dwayne talk for 20 years! Great video, as always. 👍
Awesome video. Thanks and God bless
Wonderful presentation said with the heart. I respect your comments thanks for sharing your experiences. No TV here either not for 15 years. I love to read too.
Good sound advice!!
Thanks for the advice, it is excellent.
Some of us men have never had a positive masculine male to give us any guidance. We tend to seek and find male figures in the RUclips world for that guidance. I’ve followed closely to Andrew Tate while I understand he is controversial and he does say many things that I do not agree with I did find a lot of comfort in what he was saying because I could understand a lot of it. I have found direction in the likes of Jordan Peterson and even Joe Rogan. Duane is the one we all needed. This is the most absolute wisdom I’ve ever heard. Every single video hits to the core. We need encouragement we absolutely have to have encouragement. We have to have guidance we need someone with experience and wisdom to give us direction. Again many of us have never had any thing closely resembling such. Thank you very much for these videos Duane.
I was never a wrangler out west but I did run a saddle barn in a state park. We had a string of 32 horses. I was in the saddle 12-14 hours a day 7 days a week for 8 months out of the year. Most trails were 4-6 people and lasted 2 hours from mount up to walk away. No 2 customers were the same. No 2 rides were the same. Every rider and every horse had their own personality and quirks. It’s a job of continuous interaction, judgement and adjustments. I tip my hat to you Duane for breaking it down so well!
My Mom got Me hooked on C.J. Box Joe Pickett Stories . Funny thing how descriptions or characterizations of people who spend a lot of time around Horses in Wyoming are so close to carbon copies of similar types around stables and rodeo arenas in California.
Another great one.