Backcountry Hunting: How to Tie A Horse’s Lead

Even if you don’t have a horse, it’s a good idea to know how to hitch one to a post or nearby tree. Next time you find yourself on a backcountry hunt, use these tips to impress your guide and save everyone time and the grief of chasing down a roaming horse.

Aram von Benedikt is one of Outdoor Life’s western writers. He has no formal credentials as a writer, only the authenticism born of a life spent in the backcountry and a library of 3,000 books.


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