"Think"™ — Ray Hunt
“I’m here for the horse, to help him get a better deal.™” - Ray Hunt
Ray Hunt™ was not only an exceptional horseman but also a profoundly influential educator. His clinics, which he pioneered, transformed the way countless individuals approached their horses.
Through Ray’s clear guidance and emphasis on the principles of Tom Dorrance’s "feel, timing, and balance," he empowered people to better understand horses from their perspective.
Ray and Carolyn Hunt's travels across the country, and indeed the world, simply made it possible for many more horse people to experience Ray's practical approach firsthand.
To those who have long rode this trail with Ray and Carolyn, we appreciate your loyalty and your shared commitment to keeping this message true to the source. For new visitors, we welcome you. Perhaps here, you’ll find a clearer perspective on the horse, a deeper respect for the journey, and the authentic tools to 'Think'™ alongside a legend.
“Whistle, Grin and Ride.™” - Ray Hunt
The Official Ray Hunt™ Source
Photograph: Ray Hunt
Archive Note: Ray & Carolyn Hunt Family Archive. Creator unknown; attribution welcome.
A Shared Journey,
A Singular Vision
Ray Hunt spent his life in the center of the round pen, dedicated to the belief that the horse always has something to tell us if we are willing to listen. Throughout their thirty years together, Carolyn was his constant partner, providing the support and heart that anchored their shared life on the road. Together, they operated with a mutual focus—navigating countless miles in a quiet, steady pursuit of a "better deal" for the horse and the human alike.
This site serves as the exclusive official archive of the era Ray and Carolyn shared, curated directly from their private collections and the memories of those three decades. Here, we invite you to explore an authentic history of a partnership built on love, respect, and a lifetime spent listening. From the quiet moments on the ranch to the global stage, we invite you to walk this singular path —shared directly and authentically from the source.
Photograph: 2007 Ray & Carolyn Hunt @ an Event
Archive Note: Ray & Carolyn Hunt Family Archive. Creator unknown; attribution welcome.
Whispers of the wild, in the dust of the trail, the legacy rides on, with tales that unveil.
Bill, Tom and Ray embody the essence of 20th and 21st Century Horsemanship. Their teachings honor the American West cowboy way of life.
Bill Dorrance, Ray Hunt & Tom Dorrance
California
Photograph courtesy of: Julie Chase Baldocchi
Article: Western Horseman Game Changers: Tom Dorrance and Ray Hunt
written by AJ Mangum
A Note on Stewardship
The Ray Hunt™ legacy is a private family archive, held to ensure Ray’s teachings remain as he intended. To protect the integrity of this life’s work, the Estate does not authorize third-party foundations, 501(c) entities, or outside organizations to use Ray’s name, likeness, or the 'Think'™ philosophy for fundraising or public solicitation, without a licensing agreement. We are deeply grateful to our community for walking this path with us and for helping the Ray and Carolyn Hunt Family keep the trail clear and the message true to the roots. For all licensing and partnership inquiries, please Contact Us.
