How to Catch a Hard-to-Catch Horse

The next time you have a moment visit the horse in the pasture or paddock. Let it learn that your appearance does not mean it has to go to work or suffer discomfort.
Problems and Proofing Behavior
If your horse only runs away when it sees you coming with a halter and lead rope then always approach it with a halter and lead over your shoulder. You have to teach your horse that the appearance of the halter and lead does not mean you are going to lead it into work.

 

Bribing your horse with treats is only a shortterm solution to your problem. You want to be able to catch your horse without carrying out a bucket or a carrot every time. And it may cause confusion among your other horses who notice you coming with treats and want to see whats in it for them.
Friendly horses in your paddocks might help you out however. If they will walk up to you for pats and scratches your hardtocatch horse will see their behavior and may imitate them.
Continue to visit your horse occasionally so that it doesnt decide your appearance means unpleasant work.