TOUCHING WILD with Bonny Mealand
BLUEPRINT
Equine
THE ART & SCIENCE
OF OBSERVATION
FOUNDATIONAL COURSE
Learn the Blueprint of 'Who Horses Are'
Over the past three years I've focussed my time into building something truly special - a series of courses designed to help people better understand equines. This has been a lifetime of work coming together, backed by decades of hands-on experience, deep research, and a passion for equines that runs through everything I do.
I’ve dedicated myself to learning how to make this knowledge not only accessible but engaging, ensuring that the information has relevance and can be practically applied to real-world situations. This course is more than just content; it’s a depository of valuable insights and information to support you as you support your horse, as well as giving you glimpses into the wild lives of free-living equines all over the world.
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Bonny Mealand
YOUR COURSE OVERVIEW
VIDEO
NOTES
WORKBOOK
QUIZ
REFERENCES
This six-month journey is designed to provide you with fresh perspectives that will help you build a deeper and more meaningful understanding of who horses are and what matters to them. Each month, we will delve into a different topic, ensuring a thorough exploration of the essential concepts that shape our connections.
MONTH 1 - Key Concepts: Science
We’ll start by establishing a strong foundation in the scientific principles that underpin our understanding of equines, emphasising the importance of clear seeing.
MONTH 2 - Key Concepts: Art
In this module, we’ll explore the more creative nuances of observing horses, focusing on techniques that enhance your awareness and ability to interpret their behaviour accurately.
MONTH 3 - The Equine Blueprint
Here, we’ll discuss the innate characteristics of horses, helping you to understand the fundamental aspects that shape their behaviour and interactions.
MONTH 4 - Observational Practices
We’ll dive into practical observational methods, teaching you how to apply what you've learned in real-world situations for more effective engagement with horses.
MONTH 5 - Ethograms and Other Methods
This month will focus on creating ethograms and utilising various other techniques for documenting and analysing horse behaviour systematically.
MONTH 6 - Fieldwork
Finally, we’ll apply everything we've learned in real-life scenarios to gain deeper insights into what matters to horses. For those unable to observe horses in person, video resources of free-living equines are available in the video library.
By the end of this course, you'll be equipped with practical skills and knowledge to foster deeper connections with horses through enhanced observation and understanding.
