Posts from — February 2012

Will be Among Featured Authors at the 2012 Western States Horse Expo

Lincoln, CA—Author and American Horse Publications member Denise Lee Branco will be among featured authors at the 2012 Western States Horse Expo – Book Corral (http://www.horsexpo.com/html/bookcorral.html), Cal Expo Fairgrounds, 1600 Exposition Boulevard, Sacramento, California, from June 8 through June 10, 2012.  Book Corral begins each day at 9 am and concludes at 7 pm on Friday and Saturday and 5 pm on Sunday.  Branco’s book Horse at the Corner Post: Our Divine Journey will be available for purchase at her booth in the Book Corral each day.

Horse at the Corner Post won a silver medal in the 2011 Living Now Book Awards (animals/pets/livestock category).   This memoir chronicles one woman’s journey, driven by a powerful dream and an unbreakable bond, to reunite with her childhood horse. Through Branco’s skilled and honest storytelling, the reader joins each step of this journey, vividly reminded of their spiritual connection to the animals that may have graced their own life.  This inspired family reading will certainly appeal to animal lovers of all ages.

About the Author:

Denise Lee Branco spent her childhood on a California ranch, befriending all the furry and feathered residents there. From reading horse books to competing in western shows and gymkhanas, Denise has always felt horses are a part of her identity. She is pursuing a writing career, and is a member of American Horse Publications, Women’s Horse Industry Network, and Independent Book Publishers Association, to name a few.  

Visit Denise at: https://www.horseatthecornerpost.com/

Contact Information (916) 316-6567 – DeniseBranco@HorseAtTheCornerPost.com

Quantity Discounts offered to American Horse Publications members, animal welfare organizations, riding academies, educational entities, and libraries.

What Readers Say About Horse at the Corner Post:

This book is a touching encounter that will be enjoyed by all who read it. Thumbs up for the courage to share the story. – Karen Pickering, Northwest Horse Source Magazine 

Branco gently and lovingly leads you by the reins to a destination we all cherish – a tale of forever love and friendship. - Arden Moore, Pet Author, Editor and Founder of Four Legged Life, a Pet Community 

This is a heartwarming story that will be enjoyed by all horse lovers. - Sharon Miner, Author and Equestrian Book Blogger 

I loved the book so much, I am giving one to the school library and one to my favorite teacher!- Ashley, Age 6, Overland Park, Kansas  

I felt for her; I felt for her journey, and I felt for the horse. Horse at the Corner Post is a wonderful story for adults, children, animal lovers and anyone who even finds they must care for the sick or elderly. The lessons of compassion, joy, heartache and eternal friendship are there in full as we journey with Denise to find that which makes her heart beat; her horse, Freedom. I highly recommend this quick read as it serves to remind everyone of a key point — that when you trust your gut, rewards abound. - Babz Bitela, Agent*Silver Bitela Agency

HORSE at the CORNER POST: Our Divine Journey

ISBN:  978-0-9845888-0-0

http://www.HorseAtTheCornerPost.com

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Horse-at-the-Corner-Post-by-Denise-Lee-Branco

http://www.twitter.com/DeniseLeeBranco

http://www.linkedin.com/pub/denise-lee-branco/24/98/273

http://www.StrollingHillsPublishing.com

Strolling Hills Publishing

395 South Highway 65, Suite A-119

Lincoln, CA 95648

When:  Saturday, August 13, 2011, 9-12:30 followed by lunch. Riders please arrive at 8am

What: Despooking and Trail Situations Clinic

Where: Spirit of Place 1650 Thistle Way, Paso Robles, California map

How much: $85 with your horse and $45 to audit, includes lunch!

Who: RSVP with CeeCee Moss

We would like to congratulate the 11th annual Mid-State Classic Rodeo District 7 athletes representing San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties. They performed extremely well against tough competition from around the state.

Congratulations to the All-around Cowgirl winner, Ali Bilkey from Olive Grove Charter School in Los Olivos; a top 5 winner in Breakaway Roping, Pole Bending, and Team Roping.

The All-around Cowboy winner, Tyler Forsberg from Moorpark High School in Fillmore; a top 5 winner in the Tie Down contest, Steer Wrestling, and Boys Cutting.

The Rookie All-around Cowgirl winner, Emily Mangione from Nipomo High School; a top 5 winner in Barrel Racing and Pole Bending.

We would also like to congratulate the following top 5 winners: 

Rachel Dewar from Arroyo Grande High School

Hayley Hamer from Santa Ynez Valley Union High

Taylor Prather from Desert Sands High School

Cheyenne Rey from San Benito High School

Jenna Drammer from Santa Ynez Valley Union High

Tristan Ruffoni from Arroyo Grande High School

 Wyatt Cox from Arroyo Grande High School

Kory Rupe from Atascadero High School

Lane Luis from St. Joseph High School

JT Prather from Desert Sands High School

Cody Snow from Olive Grove Charter School

Sage Massey from Paso Robles High School

Corrin Bowman from Righetti High School

Dane Bass from Templeton Independent Study

Taylor Santos-Karney from Templeton High School

Caden Clay from Righetti High School  

To see the results of the entire rodeo visit  http://www.chsradist7.com/

 

If you wanted to see good cowboys ride bucking stock or rope, you would go to a rodeo. If you wanted to see good horse trainers, you would go to a horse show. If you want to see good hands starting horses, you might go to a clinic, a horse expo, or watch horse trainers on DVD or television.  However, you might just be watching good showmanship or salesmanship, not necessarily true horsemanship.

Being an entertainer doesn’t necessarily make someone a good horseman or a good hand at starting young horses.  There are many good hands starting colts behind the scenes, under the radar on remote ranches where nobody sees or hears about them.

Wouldn’t it be fascinating to bring some of these talented horsemen together with the world renowned names in one place, at one time, for the public to watch them start young horses just like they would at home?  We’re not talking about working one horse for three or four hours, but rather transforming a herd of 40 unstarted horses, into a group of young saddle horses, ready to do ranch work or competitive events.  By this, we mean you will be able to witness every aspect of these young horses being started.  From the first time they are saddled, to their progression into being able to do a job. Some of the horsemen will be exhibiting cow horse, cattle working, roping and ranch branding demonstrations by the end of the event as well.

This type of authentic western horsemanship is what Rowly and Cathie Twisselman, owners of the Madonna Inn Quarter Horses in Southern California, and horsemanship clinicians, Chris Cox and Martin Black have organized. They call this new and unique event, THE HORSEMEN’S RE-UNION. This one-of-a-kind assembly of top hands will be held April 2-7, 2012 at the California Mid-State Fairgrounds in Paso Robles, California. 20 skilled horsemen, a mix of well-known clinicians, professional horsemen and ranch cowboys, will start 40 head of two year and three year old horses over six days. At no other event, anywhere in the world, has the public witnessed this many horses being started by more top horsemen in one place, at one time, all working without the pressure of the clock or a prestigious title.

The sixth and final day will conclude with a Grand Finale/Sale Preview and a First Ever Horsemen’s Re-Union Horse Sale where many of the horses that were started at this event will be offered to the public at auction. Also, the horsemen have been offered spots to sell some of their own personal, more experienced mounts to be consigned to this one of a kind, prestigious sale.

Horsemen will be coming from six states and four nations. Chris Cox, Pat Parelli, Joe Wolter, Bryan Neubert, Jimmy Neubert, Luke Neubert, Martin Black, Wade Black, Ty Van Norman, Thomas Saunders V, Clayton Anderson, Frank Dominguez and Ed Robertson all from the United States; Sid Cook, Mike Sears and Blake Schlosser all from Canada;  Antoine Cloux from Switzerland; Rob Leach and Ron Wall  from Australia, have all confirmed their participation.

These horsemen will volunteer their time and talent for the camaraderie and the chance to participate with the most diverse group of their peers ever assembled.  They won’t be judged or timed and no awards will be given. The only rule is to keep riders and horses safe.  The event producers and horseman have all agreed to share the risk of their own investments of time and money in an effort to provide an educational horsemanship opportunity like that of no other.

Besides great displays of horsemanship and colt starting during the day, there will also be a Horsemen’s & Sponsor’s Trade Show followed by evenings of entertainment featuring autograph sessions and round-table discussions with the horsemen. There will be Chuck-Wagon Cook-Offs and Wine Tasting from various local wineries.  There will be Cowboy Poetry and Country Music from some very famous and some new, exciting up and coming stars.

Along with this, we will also be posting updates with new, “surprise” demonstrations that will be happening along with our great Horsemen’s Re-Union lineup.  So be sure to check our website regularly so you don’t miss anything. This event is already proving to be a one of a kind venue that has surpassed our highest expectations.

 

            Don’t miss out!  Be a part of the…

First Ever HORSEMEN’S RE-UNION

APRIL 2-7, 2012

California Mid State Fairgrounds

Paso Robles, California

 

Spectators may purchase tickets to attend all 6 days for $180 or $35 per day. Event and Ticket information will be available thru

horsemensreunion.com or at the gate.

3 year old, ready to start, great mover, excellent conformation

Dave Bishop (805)598-6804

bishopfarm@att.net

Grab your cameras! Flip through your photos! Join in the fun and win great prizes! A photo contest celebrating the Magnificent Morgan Horse is being held by Merriewold Morgans. Entry is FREE and will be judged by 2 professional Fine Artists. Download Promo Flyer.pdf and/or Download Rules Flyer.pdf

The 2012 AHP Internship Handbook and applications are now available online at www.americanhorsepubs.org/students/internship_program/index.asp to college students who have an interest in horses and seek a career in equine publishing media.
 
The AHP Internship Program is a great way to provide students with the resume-building experience that’s so critical to today’s job market. Interns gain valuable hands-on real life experience and AHP members acquire additional help when and where they need it most.
 
AHP is the nation’s only non-profit professional association of over 450 members dedicated to promoting better understanding and cooperation within the equine publishing industry. Membership consists primarily of equine-related print publications and electronic media as well as individuals, businesses and organizations serving the equine industry.
 
AHP serves as the umbrella organization for the internship program and is responsible for creating the application process, providing the forms, the mailing list, and a directory of the participating AHP member publications and businesses. The Internship Handbook includes program guidelines, expectations and responsibilities of the intern and the AHP participating member, and a directory of AHP participants.  Each listing includes thepublication or company name, a brief description, types of internships offered, availability/duration, requirements, information on compensation and housing, and contact information. Students apply directly to the AHP member, who will choose the applicants that best meet their needs. AHP members may hire more than one intern.
 
American Horse Publications also offers students wishing to become involved in the equine publishing an opportunity to join the association and participate in other student programs.
 
Student Membership is open to high school, college, and graduate students for an annual fee of $25. Student Members receive an opportunity to attend the AHP annual seminar at a reduced registration fee, a free listing in the online AHP Membership Directory, the AHP monthly e-newsletter,“AHP For the record,” and are eligible to enter several classes in the AHP annual Awards Contest. To learn how to become a Student Member, go to http://www.americanhorsepubs.org/membership/join/student.asp  
 
AHP Student Award Contest awards up to three $750 travel awards to attend the AHP seminar in Williamsburg, Virginia, on May 31 – June 2, 2012. Travel Award winners have an opportunity to meet leading equine publishing professionals and discuss career possibilities during the three days of educational sessions and related activities. One Travel Award winner will be selected at the seminar as the 2012 Student Award winner and will win a cash award of $1,000 plus an all expense paid trip hosted by Publishers Press to one of their Two-Day Customer Education Seminars in Louisville, Kentucky. Students are eligible to enter the contest if they are a high school senior or an undergraduate college student during the 2011-2012 college year before graduation. All qualified applicants will receive a complimentary Student annual membership, a complimentary Student registration certificate for the annual seminar and a critique of their resume. The AHP Student Award Contest is open to residents of the US and Canada only.
The AHP career brochure, Horses + Media = The Coolest Careers in the World is available online at http://www.americanhorsepubs.org/career_center/brochure.asp

For more information about AHP student programs, contact Christine W. Brune, Executive Director, American Horse Publications, (386) 760-7743, or e-mail: AHorsePubs@aol.com.

Horse enthusiasts will be thrilled to know that Horse Expo Events is presenting a brand new and exciting expo in Pomona, California on February 2-4, 2012 (Thursday, Friday, Saturday) at the Fairplex, southern California’s event and entertainment center and home of the Los Angeles County Fair.
           
“Our team’s enthusiasm for this new event is really awesome,” says event founder Miki Cohen. “We’re going to have a festive, attendee-involved expo, with a huge variety of outdoor exhibits and performances, and of course buildings full of vendors to satisfy the shopping desires of all horse owners. The whole environment will be energetic and entertaining, highlighted by horses everywhere. And one of the first decisions we made was to have this three-day show on Thursday, Friday and Saturday so everyone can stay home and enjoy Super Bowl Sunday!
           
“It’s fairly obvious to the horse world that we’re holding this expo on the same dates as Equine Affaire has for a decade,” comments Cohen. “As most people know, Equine Affaire has decided to not hold their event in California any longer. We certainly honor everything Equine Affaire has done for horse lovers over the years, and our hat is off to Eugenia Snyder and the Equine Affaire staff for their event at this location. I am so pleased that Horse Expo Pomona will continue to bring the finest education and entertainment to the horse-loving crowd that has consistently flocked to Pomona.”
           
This recent business decision has kicked the Horse Expo Events team into high gear — nothing new to this dynamic group that also presents the Western States Horse Expo in Sacramento each year for the past 13 years. The walls of the Horse Expo office are plastered with charts for clinician suggestions, vendor reservations, media plans, entertainment ideas, breed presentations, competition possibilities — all the ingredients that will make this new event a stunning success. “We’re hitting the ground running!” laughs Cohen.
           
“Horse people are always anxious for new information about training and riding their horses, along with education about horse health, tack, boarding, safety — you name it. It’s our goal to present as many educational topics and varieties of performances and demonstrations as possible. This is going be fun!,” comments Cohen.
           
The list of clinicians, daily program and vendors is far from being complete, but the event’s website http://www.horseexpoevents.com/ is just about ready to be launched (keep checking!) and will be updated on a regular basis to keep people informed and enthused about this expo. For more information about vendor space and participation, call 800.352.2411. For media information, contact Kate Riordan at 530.333.2002, irishkate@prodigy.net.

This three day clinic will be geared for beginner sorters, riders with confidence issues &/or issues with their horses.
Participants will learn the tools needed to be safe and successful in the sorting pen & beyond.  Day one: Horsemanship, day two: Review & cattle work, day three:  Participate in regular Sunday sorting & review.

$250.00 (includes entries for Sunday sorting)
Lunch provided day 1 & 2.

Space will be limited at this clinic, so register soon.

Sign ups at loftus.ranch@yahoo.com
$50/deposit upon registration.
Mail checks to: Loftus Arena, 3995 Buena Vista Dr., Paso Robles, CA 93446
More info? loftus.ranch@yahoo.com or call  805 440-0877

Paso Robles

805-534-4532

128 bales of 3rd cutting , first quality alfalfa hay.

Heavy bales ( 123 lb. average)  Price is $18.50 a bale.

Call Mike Berry (805) 260-1584  or McBerry@aol.com

Oceano

805-773-8779

Arroyo Grande

805-473-5855

AHP Releases Additional Data on Ways Horse Owners Use their Horses

MARCH 5, 2012 – The American Horse Publications (AHP) is launching its second Equine Industry Survey to gauge trends in the U.S. equine industry. The AHP Equine Industry Survey is being sponsored by Kentucky Equine Research, Merck Animal Health, and Pfizer Animal Health.

In 2009, AHP conducted an online nationwide survey made possible by the sponsorship of Intervet/Schering Plough Animal Health and Pfizer Animal Health.  Upon its conclusion on Jan. 31, 2010, a total of 11,171 usable responses was collected.  This completed the largest-ever equine industry survey of hands-on horse industry participants in the United States.¹  AHP will strive to exceed that number with the current survey.

As in the previous survey, the purpose of the 2012 survey is threefold. The first objective is to obtain information regarding past, present, and expected future participation in the equine industry. The second objective is to identify which issues currently facing the equine industry are perceived as being most critical to those who own, or manage horses. The third objective is to analyze issues pertaining to horse health. In addition to questions on vaccines and deworming, the 2012 survey includes questions relating to nutrition, feed, and nutritional supplements.

Those eligible to participate in the survey are men and women, 18 years of age and older, who currently own or manage at least one horse and live in the United States. This study is anonymous; this means that no one–not even members of the research team–will be able to associate information that is given with responses. When the survey results are tallied, only aggregated results will be presented.

AHP members who have publications, websites, social media outlets, and professional organizations in the equine industry will promote the survey to their communities of horse owners for several months. AHP members who participate in promoting the survey will receive the complete results of the 2012 survey to release through their own channels. Full survey results will be released to the general equine industry 30 days after that.

To show the type of important information AHP collected in the first survey, following is new data from the 2009-2010 AHP Equine Industry Survey on how horse owners use their horses.  These responses have been broken down by geographic region and discipline.  Within each region, the most popular use of horses is for pleasure or trail riding.  It is also the most popular activity nationwide.  After pleasure or trail riding, the top 5 most frequently reported activities in each region are identified.

To download the results of the 2009 AHP Results Discipline by Region Table, click on the link below.

http://www.americanhorsepubs.org/resources/2009-AHP-Results-Discipline-By-Region-Table.xls
AHP members and survey sponsors receive a complete set of these results. The general equine industry may request a copy of this new information by contacting the AHP office at ahorsepubs@aol.com after April 1, 2012. Data will be available online at www.americanhorsepubs.orgat that time.

To take the 2012 AHP Equine Industry Survey, go to www.horsesurvey2012.com

Please pass this link around to every horse-owning group and individual.

The survey closes May 15, 2012.

The 2012 AHP Equine Industry Survey is being conducted by American Horse Publications (AHP). AHP is a nonprofit association that promotes excellence in equine media; Its members include equine-related publications, digital media, professionals, students, organizations and businesses. Dr. C. Jill Stowe is providing consulting services for data collection and analysis to the AHP; Dr. Stowe is currently an assistant professor of Agricultural Economics at the University of Kentucky. The survey is sponsored by Kentucky Equine Research, Merck Animal Health, and Pfizer Animal Health.

[1] The 1995 NAHMS survey collected responses from 3,349 operations, and the 1998 NAHMS survey collected responses from 2,904 operations.  The 2008-2009 American Horse Council Unwanted Horse Survey collected responses from over 23,000 horse owners, non-horse owners, and equine industry stakeholders.

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This is a four race series Obstacle Course Event.
with 13 obstacles. Riders will be judged and scored on horsemanship and time. Rules can be found at www.americanhorsemenchallenge.com

April 28th & 29th
Location: Rancho Oso
Rancho Oso is offering a 2nd night free for all campsites for the AHCA Competitive Trail Ride April 27-29. Regular rates apply for rental units and horses/pipe corrals.
Santa Barbara, California

May 12th & 13th
Location: Reed Valley Ranch
Hemet, California

July 14th & 15th
Location: Reed Valley Ranch
Hemet, California

August 25th & 26th
Location: V6 Ranch
Parkfield, California

Novice and Amateur Divisions
1st & 2nd Go – Saturday
Top Ten Finals – Sunday

Accommodations: All accommodations must be made directly through each hosting guest ranch.

Saddle Series Rules:
• All AHCA Rules Will Apply
• Saddle Series is open to Amateurs Only
• Must attend 3 of 4 events to qualify
• AHCA Membership not required to compete
• Highest cumulative horse and rider team   score from the 4 events will win saddle.

Looks like fun!

805-438-3543

Santa Margarita

805-438-3543

The American Competitive Trail Horse Association is counting the days until the new nationwide reality series America’s Favorite Trail Horse premieres on HRTV. The series will showcase the top 100 trail horses from all over the country as they compete in Austin, TX on the Franklin Family Ranch for $100,000 in cash.
         

The show will air each week, for 13 weeks starting September 13th 2011 on HRTV (Dish channel 404 and local cable) on Tuesdays at 8pm (EST) and will be repeated at 11pm (EST) and Sunday at 8pm (EST). The show is also available on http://www.actha.tv/ and http://www.hrtvlive.com/ . Dish Network has also joined in on the celebration and is gifting viewers who subscribe or switch to Dish Network with a $50 ACTHA Gift Certificate.
         

In each episode viewers will have the ability to vote for their favorite trail horse at http://www.actha.us/ and $5000 will be awarded to each episode winner. Voting will open for 48hours after each episode has been aired. The finale will feature all of the episode winners and will award $50,000 to the top 3 horses of the entire series. 
         

The purpose of America’s Favorite Trail Horse is to bring attention to the great American trail horse that has served this country so magnificently. ACTHA Founder, Karen VanGetson states “It is our sincere hope that this effort will cause many riders to get back in the saddle again and rescue horses that are in desperate need of a home, a cause which is dear to the heart of the American Competitive Trail Horse Association.”

805-458-0151

A gorgeous (Spanish) chestnut Arabian needs a home! Has big strong hooves, good health, easy keeper, shoes & trailers well. Lots of get-up-and-go, has very good ground manners, he has a very smooth jog. Is very fit for trail riding, has no physical problems. Gets along with other horses and likes to lead in a group. Retired from Endurance in 2001, should not be used for this again. Mine since 12/2001 and I did years of trail riding with him. He has not been worked in 1 yr. because my wife quit riding with me and sold her horse. He has recent vaccinations, all records and papers are available. He needs an intermediate or advanced rider. Call and come and see him in Atascadero‘s Garden Farms, asking $950
Peter and Abigail Holmes 805-466-3063, 520-400-3032



“This DVD will delight both horse lover and professional horseman with beautiful photographs, inspiring music and simple science about the social ecology of horses.”

Wild Horses: Understanding the Natural Lives of Horses, DVD, 30 mins

Wild Horse Ecologist, Mary Ann Simonds and Wildlife photographers Barbara and Marty Wheeler recently teamed up to document the behaviors of various wild horse herds.  ”Having spent a lifetime studying wild horse ecology & ethology, as a scientist I have made very little impact on overall protection and management of wild horses. Even being on the National Advisory Board for Wild Horses and Burros in the early 90s, we only were able to create more public involvement, but nothing on the management side changed.  Internationally, most wild equids are either threatened or endangered and we are losing functional horse culture.  Barbara and Marty Wheeler had captured many behaviors not often photographed that I was looking for to update my lectures, commented Mary Ann Simonds.  “So rather than just do a scientific presentation we decided to do an “edu-tainment” piece using Diane Arkenstone’s (http://www.dianearkenstone.com/) beautiful music and Barbara and Marty’s gorgeous photographs.  The result is just what we were hoping for – creating a journey to take people into the “secret lives of wild horses” and experience the herd from a feeling of “being with” them rather than just looking at them.

Barbara & Marty Wheeler have documented herds in Oregon, Nevada, Utah, Colorado, Montana & Wyoming with thousands of pictures. Barbara states, “Working with Mary Ann has increased our knowledge and awareness about wild horse culture, social behavior and relationships.   That increased knowledge has enhanced our experience as photographers.  We have been able to pass the knowledge on to our audience, helping them to better understand and appreciate wild horses. Marty and I are very pleased to be sharing our photographs with others and thrilled to be working with Mary Ann Simonds on this project.”

The information is suitable for all equine enthusiasts of all levels, but is equally suitable to be taught as an environmental education module from 5th grade upwards. As social mammals, viewers may find that equine needs of feeling safe and having their family and friends around them are not so different from human needs.  The similarities and differences of various herd personalities and cultures give the viewer insight and understanding that most horsemen have never seen.  We hope people will not only enjoy this lovely musical journey, but we hope they will feel more deeply connected with their equine friends.

Proceeds from the sale of the dvd will fund continued efforts to identify and document functional social behaviors of various herds in North America.

The dvd is available at www.wildhorsesdvd.com.

Mary Ann Simonds, MA is an applied equine ecologist/ethologist who has been studying wild horses since 1973 when her undergraduate research in wild horse ecology and range management was used at the University of Wyoming in setting guidelines for wild horse management. She has spent a lifetime trying to educate people on natural equine behaviors and sustainable wild equid management serving on state and National Advisory Boards to the BLM since 1983. She is now focused on creating a data base of equine behavior and documenting the remaining wild horse cultures.  You can learn more about Mary Ann’s work at www.maryannsimonds.com

Barbara and Marty Wheeler are professional wildlife photographers and have been photographing wild horses for over 10 years and have thousands of photographs. They are working with Mary Ann to document the various herd cultures.   They are currently back in the field visiting various herds in the Western states. You can see more work at www.barbarawheelerphotography.com

Atascadero

805-540-9650

TheHorse.com Presents Free Ask the Vet LIVE Q&A: Healthy, Safe Trailering

Lexington, Ky. (July 15, 2011)—Generally, trailering or shipping your horse is a lot more risky than traveling with only humans. What can you do to make sure you and your horse arrive safely and legally at your destination, and how can you ensure your horse is healthy and ready to tackle the show, trail, or whatever awaits? Find out during our free Ask the Vet LIVE online Q&A chat about Healthy, Safe Trailering on Tuesday, Aug. 2, from 8-9 p.m. Eastern U.S. time (5-6 p.m. Pacific)!

When you register for this event, you’ll be able to send in your questions ahead of time. You can also ask questions during the live event on August 2. This free live chat is brought to you by Sweet PDZ.

Our on-call panelists for this event will include the following:

* Catherine Kohn, VMD, Dipl. ACVIM, Professor in the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences at The Ohio State University. Her main academic interests are fluid and electrolyte balance in health and disease and during exercise, thermoregulation during exercise, calcium balance, infectious diseases, and biosecurity. She has a special interest in three-day eventing and has served as Veterinary Delegate at competitions including the Rolex Kentucky CCI4* Three-Day Event, the Fair Hill CCI3* Three-Day Event, and the 1998 Asian Games. She was the President of the Veterinary Commission for eventing at the 1996 Olympics Games, and of the Commissions for eventing, dressage, paradressage, and driving at the 2010 World Equestrian Games.

* Rebecca Gimenez, BS, PhD (animal physiology), Primary Instructor and President of Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue. Her first book, Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue, was published in 2008. She is an internationally sought instructor in technical rescue techniques, procedures, and methodologies, and she has published numerous critiques, articles and journal submissions on horse safety, technical large animal rescue and horse handling issues.

We hope you can join us on August 2 for this event! Reserve your seat now!

Atascadero

805-461-6411

1^st Annual Used Tack Consignment Sale Saturday December 3^rd from 9am to 4pm.

Bring in your used horse items and get them sold!

Accepting English & Western items including saddles, blankets, stable items, grooming items and clothing!

Drop off your items between now and November 30^th.

Get there early for the best selection!

Food and drinks will be available for sale while you shop!

Contact (805) 461-6411 for more information.  

Atascadero Hay & Feed
6155 Via Ave
Atascadero, CA

www.AtascaderoHayandFeed.com

Find Atascadero Hay and Feed on Facebook too!

Atascadero

805-466-5537

Atascadero

805-466-9557

Los Osos

805-512-2979

Do you know a farrier or equine veterinarian who performs much-needed hoof-care work for a therapeutic riding center without charge? Maybe someone who provides free footcare clinics for 4-H Club youngsters or works closely with local Pony Club members? If so, here is your opportunity to celebrate this person’s volunteerism.
To recognize the dedication and volunteer efforts among hoof-care professionals, the Delta Mustad Hoofcare Center and American Farriers Journal are again sponsoring the “Summit Achievement Award.” Started in 2009, this award honors members of the hoof-care community who have freely given their time and expertise to help horse owners and groups in need of assistance.
 “The Summit Achievement Award is the pinnacle of recognition for farriers contributing their time and talents back to the equine industry,” says Glenn Hause, Director of North American Marketing. “The award represents the hallmarks we embrace as part of our mission statement and core values as a company.”
The 2012 award winner will receive $2,000 to use toward future volunteer efforts, as well as free registration and travel expenses to next winter’s International Hoof-Care Summit being held from January 31 to February 3, 2012, in Cincinnati, Ohio. During a ceremony at the Summit, a plaque will be presented to the winner and also to the group for which the volunteered services were provided.
Previous winners of the Summit Achievement Award include:
Bob Smith, Plymouth, California, 2009.
Margie Lee of Palo Alto, California, 2010
Doug Stanley, Ore City, Texas, 2011.
Nominate A Volunteer
Anyone may submit a nomination for the 2012 Summit Achievement Award before September 30, 2011. Visit www.americanfarriers.com/ff/givingback on the American Farriers Journal Website to obtain further details and the entry form for this recognition program. In addition to completing this form, please write a 1- to 2-page summary explaining why your nominee should be honored for his or her exceptional volunteer hoof-care work.
A panel comprised of hoof-care professionals will select a winner based on the amount of time, money, other contributed resources and the innovation of the contribution in terms of creativity and uniqueness. The judges will also evaluate the impact of the volunteered efforts to the equine community, the level of contribution on the local, regional, national or global level, the results of the volunteered work and the amount of required skill and knowledge.
This is your chance to nominate a well-deserving colleague and show them how much you appreciate his or her volunteered dedication and commitment to the equine industry.

Cayucos

805-995-1935

Older (20 or so years), prefab 8 horse barn.

Barnmaster or something like it.

New paver flooring throughout aisles and grooming room.

New roof. (4500 just for those alone!)  Price reflects age.

$7000 or trade for newer slant load 3 horse.

Central sierra foothills, you disassemble.

Contact Megan ( qhlady2000@yahoo.com)

Please read the following.  Letters need to be into the City of Grover Beach by Jan. 28th.

Members of the Central Calf. Coastal Community,

In case you have not heard the City of Grover Beach is collaborating with the State park officials in planning a Lodge and Conference Center (LCC) at the corner of Grand and Hwy 1.  The complex will take both sides of the street from Hwy 1 to the ocean.  The State Park will lease this land to a Developer for 50 year increments.

We became aware of this plan because Ride Nipomo Equestrian group was paying attention and noticed that they were reducing the number of parking spaces for horses.  After reviewing the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) we noticed they were reducing all parking and limiting everyone’s access to the beach.  The LCC will have a large parking lot for their guests.

We are not happy that this development is removing areas devoted for public State Park Lands and leasing it to a commercial developer in an area which is growing rapidly and needs more parking spaces not less.  We are concerned about using public park land to build a commercial resort.

The project does not show adequate horse parking, motor home parking, or parking for local citizens who wish to access the beach.  This concerns us about the overall planning for this proposed project.  The idea of removing public State Park areas from public use is unacceptable.   This issue limits access to the beach, and our land and park will be gone.  Where will the dog walkers, joggers, walkers, bike riders, and horse riders park?

The deadline for submission is January 28, 2011.  You can e-mail or send regular mail.  The state must address every concern sent to the addressee below:

Mary B. Reents SWCA Environmental Consultant
1422 Monterey St Suite C200
San Luis Obispo, CA 93201
E-mail: mreents@swca.com

For Public review of the EIR,  go to:

GroverBeach.com, click About Us, Project Updates, Grover Beach Lodge and Conference Center Draft EIR

Send this to concerned friends!

Call or e-mail me if you have a question.

Sincerely, Ed J. Muraski

Ed J. Muraski, Ed.D.
Centaur Health Resort and Spa
Web: www.centaurspa.com
Phone: 805 474-9217

Arroyo Grande

805-481-9103

Morro Bay

805-772-0584

By scanning for reactivity to different waveforms (energetic signatures of substances, frequency patterns, etc.) the body will communicate where areas of stress may be held. Using subtle energetic information in the form of electromagnetic waveform shapes, we are able to coax the body into a self healing, relaxation response. By sending a healthy pattern into our energy we , depending on our degree of resistance to change, will begin to resonate with the new information and be able to reduce and release stress allowing for higher levels of wellness throughout our experience.

By reducing stress and re-training, re-educating and re-informing our bodies and minds of healthier energy patterns, we are creating an environment for the body to naturally heal itself.

www.SamanthaHuston.com

Arroyo Grande

Breeding beautiful Arabian horses for 42 years. Contact Dave Bishop for sales list that includes mares, fillies and geldings at (805)598-6804

bishopfarm@att.net

Morro Bay

805-772-0137

805-466-7838

BLM Announces 30-Day Extension of Comment Period for New Direction in National Wild Horse and Burro Program

WASHINGTON, DC – Today the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced it is extending the public comment period on its Wild Horse and Burro Program Strategy Development Document to September 3, 2010.  The extension will provide members of the public with an interest in the management of America’s wild horses and burros an additional 30 days to comment on the document, which outlines possible management actions under consideration by the BLM to implement Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar’s Wild Horse and Burro Initiative.  The bureau will also accept comments submitted via e-mail.

The BLM’s Strategy Development Document was initially released to the public for a 60-day review and comment period on June 3.  The extension announced today will increase the public’s opportunity to provide input for the BLM as it prepares a long-term strategy for the management of America’s wild horses and burros.  The BLM’s strategy will be presented in a detailed report to Congress.  A PDF version of the Strategic Development Document is available by clicking on http://blm.gov/m14c. 

“We made this decision because we are committed to providing the fullest possible opportunity for the public to join this dialogue regarding future management options for the nation’s wild horses,” said BLM Director Bob Abbey.  “We are committed to working with all stakeholders in a transparent manner to ensure the future health of our wild horses.”

To ensure input from the broadest number of stakeholders, the BLM will also accept comments by email at wildhorse@blm.gov and by mail at BLM Washington Office,1849 C Street NW, Rm. 5665, Washington, DC 20240.  If e-mailing comments, please put “WHB Public Comment” in the subject line.  If sending by mail, comments need to be postmarked no later than September 3, 2010.  The BLM is also soliciting feedback online using ePlanning (accessible online at http://blm.gov/m14c). 

The BLM estimates that more than 38,000 wild horses and burros roam BLM-managed rangelands in 10 Western states.  Another 35,000 wild horses and burros are fed and cared for at short-term corrals and long-term pastures.  Costs for the program, particularly those for animals in holding facilities, have risen dramatically in the last several years.  In Fiscal Year 2009, for example, approximately $29 million, or about 70 percent of the total wild horse and burro program budget of $40.6 million, was spent on animals held in corrals and pastures.

The original news release, the Udall Institute Report, and other documents are available at http://www.blm.gov/whbstrategy.

The BLM manages more land – more than 245 million acres – than any other Federal agency. This land, known as the National System of Public Lands, is primarily located in 12 Western states, including Alaska. The Bureau, with a budget of about $1 billion, also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. The BLM’s multiple-use mission is to sustain the health and productivity of the public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations. The Bureau accomplishes this by managing such activities as outdoor recreation, livestock grazing, mineral development, and energy production, and by conserving natural, historical, cultural, and other resources on public lands.

805-239-2100

Nipomo

805-929-6599

Jill Warren

PO Box 1452

Santa Ynez, CA 93460

805-688-7993

Paso Robles

805-238-3453

For Immediate Release:
New Equestrian Television Network Releases Channel Information for Houston:

Also Announces Next Affiiate Channel in California.
Boot Media, LLC, which recently announced the national roll-out of a new television network dedicated to equestrian pursuits and farm and ranch country lifestyles, has released detailed information on its upcoming spring launch in Houston, as well as a second affiliate channel location.
“PegasusTV” will launch as digital channel 57.4 in the 10-county Houston television market on March 1, 2011, and have the distinction of being the first local affiliate channel of the new nationwide Pegasus Television Network. Pegasus is the mythical flying horse of Greek legend and is recognized throughout the world as a symbol of imagination, inspiration and the creative spirit of mankind.
The second local affiliate channel will be located in Fresno, in the heart of California’s central valley, the hub of the state’s agricultural industry. Following the Fresno launch, the debut of channels in other targeted cities will take place throughout Texas, California, Ohio and Florida. In the Houston and Fresno markets alone, PegasusTV will provide immediate network access to more than six million people.
One of the signature components in every market served by the new local PegasusTV channels is a commitment to allocate up to six hours of broadcast time at no cost each weekend for the exclusive use of local equestrian clubs and organizations, local colleges and universities with horse-oriented educational programs. This access also will be extended to similar organizations and educational institutions focused on farm animal care, maintenance and education.
While Pegasus Television Network has already targeted more than 25 high “horsehold” television markets for the inaugural roll-out of its affiliate channels, the network is readily available to any area in the country and welcomes contact from parties interested in establishing affiliate relationships. Independent cable systems in small rural communities are also included in the network’s affiliate marketing plan.
Potential national and local advertisers are encouraged to contact Boot Media LLC for complete information on many cost-effective advertising options. For example, Houston’s channel will offer rates as low as $10 for a :30 second television spot, with a minimum package buy of just $50.00, one of the lowest advertising rates to be found anywhere in the equestrian industry, in any medium.
Currently, the Pegasus Television Network is actively seeking and licensing programming content both domestically and internationally representing a wide variety of equestrian, farm and ranch animal and rural lifestyle programs.

PegasusTV will also be available on the Internet for those without local television access.
Equifava, Inc. continues to provide marketing and strategic planning services for Boot Media, LLC in the development of the Pegasus Television Network.

For general inquiries or for more information regarding Advertising, Programming, Affiliate or Investor Relations, please email info@bootmediallc.com.

About:
Boot Media is a privately-held Texas Limited Liability Company that develops and operates consumer media destinations focused on equestrian pursuits, horse-focused activities, and farm and ranch country lifestyles across multiple delivery platforms.
Pegasus Television Network is the new nationwide television network being syndicated coast to coast in local “high horsehold” television markets. Affilate channels in each city are named PegasusTV but have different channel numbers with the local distribution.
Equifava, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to the sourcing, documentation and digitizing of film and video focusing on the history, knowledge and heritage of the horse and horse cultures throughout the world, and the creation of a free, easily accessible online Video Archive dedicated to the equine. It also provides marketing services to producers and distributors of educational equestrian programming.

The clinic at Overlook Driving Center on June 26 will be about obstacles and how to drive them.  We will be working on improving our smoothness and overall time in hazards and cones by learning how to place our horse and carriage at the optimum spot on each turn we must make in the obstacle.  This will also make you a safer and more confident driver in recreational situations.  We will also play with some of the less common obstacle classes such as Gambler’s Choice, Reverse Psychology and maybe some more.  Please bring your horse to this clinic if you want to drive or come without a horse if you want to observe and help, but not miss anything by having to take care of your horse.  Limit is 10 horses on a first registration basis.  Please register in advance and let us know if you want to bring a horse and whether you want a lunch.  Fee is the normal $20. for the clinic and $5. for lunch.  Call Linda Fairbanks at (805)237-8476 to register. 

BrassOakDriving.com

Santa Magarita

805-438-5050

1998 Brenderup Royal 2 horse trailer with front window. Includes winch for ramp. Very few miles on it. Light weight. Tow with an SUV.  Asking $6975. In Los Osos. Call Jeri at (805)528-6312

Paso Robles

805-459-2918

San Luis Obispo

805-545-7915

I just added a few Budweiser Clydesdale Commercials to my YouTube channel at http://ow.ly/QATv 4 . If you have some favorites, let me know and I’ll add them as well. Send suggestions to videos@slohorsenews.net.

Interested in carriage driving?  Join Brass Oak Driving Society’s Buggy Buddy Day at Mike and Ann McClure’s Cabbage Patch Farm in Arroyo Grande on Sunday, April 29th. Fee for the day is $10/person; bring your own lunch; events will begin around 9:30 a.m. and run till about 3:00 p.m. During lunch, Diane Kastama will discuss how to set up a musical freestyle presentation and anyone who would like to try it can do so after lunch. Diane might even entertain us with a musical freestyle demonstration of her own! Please RSVP to Ann at (805)481-0530 if you would like to attend.

Brass Oak Driving Society Presents Buggy Buddy Days

Navigator Clinic/how to drive an ADT

Just For Fun ADT (Arena Driving Trial)

MARCH 19,2011   9:00 Am

Ann & Mike McClure’s

Arroyo Grande, CA

makomc@msn.com

805-481-0530

Paso Robles

831-722-2733

Paso Robles

805-238-1166

805-756-2419

Cal Poly Dressage Team headed to Nationals

Successful show season wraps up after weekend at Stanford

The Cal Poly Dressage Team qualified for the Intercollegiate Dressage Association National Championships.  After a very successful culmination to the collegiate equestrian competition season, Cal Poly became the Regional Champions after a two-day horse show at Stanford University this past weekend, qualifying for the National Championships which will be hosted by Centenary College in New Jersey April 28-29.

Going into the Regional Finals this weekend, the team standings were very close, with Cal Poly, Stanford, and UC Davis all within one point of each other. On Saturday, Cal Poly won in team rankings, and also took first place in 3 out of the 4 divisions of competition. Jenny Kerr at First Level, Lauren Eberle at Lower Training Level, and Bree Greer at Introductory Level each won their classes. Greer took High Point Rider with a score over 70%. Eberle won on a tiebreaker with teammate Katie Rhodes-Long, who competed as an individual for Cal Poly On Sunday, Kerr and Eberle took 3^rd, Greer won Introductory level again (and remains undefeated in the league) and Rachael Knopf won Upper Training and High Point Rider with a score of 72.4%. Greer and Knopf also both qualified individually to compete at the National Championships. Kerr, Kauffman, Eberle and Greer will comprise the team on Day 1 of Nationals; Knopf and Greer will compete as individuals on Day 2.

Dressage is an equestrian sport in which a horse and rider pair perform a series of pre-determined movements which are scored individually on a scale of 1 to 10. Dressage has its roots in cavalry and military training- the goal is to make difficult maneuvers appear effortless and harmonious communication between horse and rider is strived for at all levels. In collegiate competition, which is regulated by the Intercollegiate Dressage Association (www.teamdressage.com), the host school provides horses for all the riders and horses are assigned by lottery. Each rider has 10 minutes to ride their assigned horse in order to warm up and become acquainted with its individual quirks and way of going. This system emphasizes the rider skill and levels the playing field so an effective rider can be competitive regardless of financial situation.

Cal Poly Dressage Team practices at the Equine Center on campus with their 4 team horses. No riding experience is necessary to join, and riders of all backgrounds and abilities are welcome. Student Coach Sara Robinow guides riders through routines during the week and in the warm-up ring at shows, assisted by alumnus Adrienne Klamt and faculty advisor Alaina Parsons.

For more information:

www.calpolydressage.com

Co-President Rachael Knopf rknopf@calpoly.edu

Co-President Erin Gibson eagibson@calpoly.edu

Coach Sara Robinow srobinow@calpoly.edu

Coach Adrienne Klamt aklamt@gmail.com

Faculty Advisor Alaina Parsons aparso01@calpoly.edu

760-522-343

A big thank you to Miller’s Equestrian Center and Sanctuary and to Ride Nipomo for sending us their dates for upcoming events. They will be added to the calendar shortly. We are changing to Google Calendar so that you can download events directly into Outlook, iCal or your own Google Calendar. Thank you also to Kayla at The Wagner Ranch for sending the last news item and for adding SLOHorseNews to their links page. The SLO Horse Newsletter will soon be sent out and if you would like to be added to our mailing list, just enter your email address in the box at the bottom of the blog.

Templeton

805-434-3858

California Coastal Horse Rescue, a l0-acre non-profit equine rescue and sanctuary in Ojai, has received a Challenge Grant from the Hind Foundation in San Luis Obispo. In addition to sponsoring the Fund’s inaugural year, the Hind Foundation will match every dollar contributed to CCHR by Central Coast-wide donors up to $7,500, generating a total of $15,000 to advance this new community equine outreach.

The California Coastal Horse Rescue Emergency Hay Fund — Sponsored by the Hind Foundation will help feed Central Coast horses that are close to losing their homes due to their owner’s extreme financial hardship. “We are pleased to sponsor this innovative new CCHR Fund,” said Greg Hind, Hind Foundation president, Central Coast philanthropist and horse advocate. “It will provide temporary hay assistance without charge at the most crucial time. Our family has a special love for horses, and we are excited to help prevent their displacement from the families who love them.” Hind is a San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year for his support of vital charitable causes.

“This rare new Fund is keeping many horses from losing their homes or even being euthanized due to foreclosures and a continuing difficult economy,” said Cindy Murphree, CCHR director.

“CCHR has helped abandoned, abused, neglected and displaced horses in Ventura County, Santa Barbara County and San Luis Obispo County for over 12 years,” Murphree said. “We coordinate temporary foster homes statewide, and take calls from anywhere for advice or referrals for horses in distress. We also partner with local law enforcement and fire departments to help with community horse evacuations in disasters. All horse assistance is provided free of charge.”

To make a tax-deductible gift to help Central Coast horses and earn the Hind Foundation’s generous match, visit http://www.calcoastalhorserescue.com/ and click on Network for Good. Checks can be mailed to CCHR, 11235 N. Ventura Ave, Ojai, CA 93023. Caring people with secure facilities are also invited to become certified foster horse families. Please call 805/444-6746 or 805/649-1090.

Susan Luniewski Chair

sklpita@charter.net

805-227-1330

Paso Robles

805-610-2202

By Bryan McQueeney    bryan@rideon.org  

Atascadero

805-460-0311

Paso Robles

805-226-9966

WHAT A COOL EVENT!!!

SLOPOST / CCCMB’s Celebration of Collaboration…

aka: Carrot Fest @ Montana de Oro State Park Friday May 13th through Sunday May 15th

The goal is to bring together all local trail users for a weekend of working and playing and riding together on the trails we love.

FRIDAY: Horse Camp Repairs, Meet at Horse Camp at 2pm, Potluck Dinner 7pm

SATURDAY:  Meet at Oak Horse Camp 9am for Coffee, Donuts and Safety Meeting. Trail Work w/ Delivered Lunch. Saturday night Side Dish Potluck w/ BBQ and Garlic Bread Provided by SLOPOST

SUNDAY: Simultaneous, Multi-user, Carrot-studded Trail Ride!! Sunday will be a ride for all interested users- equestrian, mountain bikers, and hikers. We’ll start off with the “Carrot Fest, an opportunity for bikes and horse to get to know eachother better in a safe environment. Carrots will be distributed so that bikers can demonstrate to horses that they aren’t so scary- dont we love treat training!

PLEASE RSVP Contact Kathy Longacre by email at kll50@sbcglobal.net

SHARE THE TRAIL!

Catherine Masters of the Women’s Horse Industry featured on “Movers and Shakers of the Horse World”

Everybody loves the How to Market Your Horse Business (HTMYHB) “Movers and Shakers of The Horse World” chats. On June 15th at 8pm EST (USA) 5pm PST, Catherine Masters, founder of the Women’s Horse Industry will be featured!

According to Randi Thompson, founder of HTMYHB, (http://www.facebook.com/howtomarketyourhorsebusiness) is the hottest social media network for horse business owners and professionals who want to know more about marketing on Facebook, social media and beyond. “The advantage of using Facebook is that we can use viral marketing.  When a new comment is started, anyone who posts on it will appear on the newsfeeds of everybody else who comments on that post.   This allows us to reach out across social media networks as we promote horse business owners.  As an added advantage, each new comment that is started becomes a URL address which shows up in the search engine results”  Since we are using a chat, our members also join in the conversation with their questions”   This makes the chats fun and informative.Are you using social media for your marketing yet?    If not, you should be!

805-544-3581

The mission of Central Coast Concerned Mountain Bikers (CCCMB) is to expand the network of sustainable and enjoyable trails in SLO County and to maintain the trails currently in use. Since 1987, CCCMB has worked with California State Parks, the National Forest Service, San Luis Obispo City, and San Luis Obispo County in designing and building new trails and in maintaining existing ones. 

Help CCCMB keep the trails of SLO County open and fun to ride by joining us for trail work. Just bring yourself and water. Wear long sleeves, long pants, sturdy boots, gloves and a hat.

Santa Margarita Lake: December 11, 8:30am

Meet at White Oak Picnic Area at main entrance.  This trail needs lots of help because the water runs down the center of the trail causing major erosion.  The other issue is that brush is growing on the inside of the trail, pushing horses to the outside edge and breaking down the trail.  There are two options for working:

• One is to take the pontoon boat across the lake to work on the western end of the Falcon Trail (almost directly across from the White Oak dock).  This will involve some hiking, and individuals can decide how much hiking they want to do.  We will be working on fixing drainage issues to get the water off the trail and reduce erosion.  This will be the more strenuous option.
• The other option is to ride in from the River Road entrance and ride up the east entrance of the Falcon Trail (closer to the Sapwi Trail).  The goal here is to bring loppers and cut back vegetation that is growing on the inside edge of the trail, which forces horses to the outside edge which breaks down the trail.  This group can decide how far they want to go.  It is not expected that you will ride the entire trail.  It is better that you don’t, so that you won’t meet the group working from the west end.  You will need to bring your own loppers.

Participate in just one trail work day a year. It makes a difference!

http://www.cccmb.org/
kathyredden@yahoo.com

San Luis Obispo

805-541-5086

 Trail work — maintenance and creation — is tough. It takes a lot of people to be willing to do the work to get trails put in and maintained. With the current economic downturn, all of us who ride trails need to step up and pitch in. It sends a message to park managers that we – the equestrian community – are committed to our local trail system. It also says that we are committed to working with other multi-use trail users such as hikers and mountain bikers. So in the spirit of community involvement, here are trail workdays sponsored by the Central Coast Concerned Mountain Bikers. Just bring yourself and water. Wear long sleeves, long pants, sturdy boots, and a hat.

Trailwerks Event at Froom Ranch (SLO): November 12, 8:00am. Meet at Laguna Lake Park 

Fernandez Trail (Black Mountain): November 19, 9:00am. Meet at Turkey Flats

Montana de Oro: December 3, 9:00am. Meet at Hazard Peak Trailhead parking area

Santa Margarita Lake: December 11, 8:30am. Meet at White Oak Picnic Area at main entrance

Montana de Oro: February 5, 8:00am Super Bowl Sunday. Meet at Park Headquarters above Spooner’s Cove
Participate in just one trail work day a year. It makes a difference!

http://www.cccmb.org/
kathyredden@yahoo.com

Arroyo Grande

805-474-9661

Nipomo

805-929-8002

Arroyo Grande

805-474-4770

805-489-6897

805-782-0378

Paso Robles

805-239-7706

The Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) has a library of topics that can be taught remotely by Chief Executive Officer Christy Landwehr and other key staff to university and college students throughout North America.

Some of the presentation topics include: Teaching Techniques for Riding Instructors, Risk Management in a Riding Program, Event Planning, Marketing Your Equine Business, Working with At-Risk Youth in a Riding Program and many more.

“I would highly recommend utilizing Christy Landwehr’s talents and CHA’s training materials for a collegiate level riding instructors training course,” says Dr. Ann Swinker Extension Horse Specialist and Associate Professor of Dairy and Animal Sciences at Penn State University. 

“Each semester Christy Landwehr talks to my Riding Theory & Techniques class about learning styles, teaching techniques and certification through Certified Horsemanship Association”, says Crystal Smith Professor of Animal Science at West Virginia University.   “Her discussion leads my students to think about how riding lessons are formatted and why, what type of learner they are, and also helps them reflect on me as an instructor.  Since this class not only focuses on improving their riding skills, but on starting to develop their teaching skills Christy’s lecture is a natural fit.”

To schedule a talk email clandwehr@CHA-ahse.org . The purpose of CHA is to promote excellence in safety and education for the benefit of the horse industry. CHA certifies instructors and trail guides, accredits equestrian facilities, publishes educational manuals, produces educational horsemanship DVDs and hosts regional and international conferences. For more information on the Certified Horsemanship Association, please visit www.CHA-ahse.org or call toll free 1-800-399-0138.  To find a certified horseback riding instructor or accredited equine facility near you visit www.CHAinstructors.com.

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(Skills, tools and strategies to connect with your horse…even when you aren’t a horse whisperer)

Eric Wagner and Beth Wonson combine their own unique skills and experience in a fun and highly active three-day workshop where you will challenge yourself to achieve or maintain the level of horsemanship that you desire. In an emotionally safe learning and sharing environment, you will explore, identify and set your own goals. You will stretch and grow in relationship with your horse and your horsemanship. Eric and Beth will lead you in activities and sessions that will help you to become physically and mentally prepared for riding, define mutual respect and leadership as related to your horse and to develop a community of supportive peers working on like goals.  Each day will include group activities, hands on horse work, structured riding time, community and fun!

You will:

• Develop individual goals as a rider and horseman.
• Identify what currently motivates you to ride.
• Assess your own areas of strength and challenges.
• Gain specific tools and behaviors to increase physical and emotional readiness to ride.
• Identify the relationship you desire with your horse and strategies to get there.
• Learn skills to increase mind/body connection with your mount.

Overview:

On Friday, September 23 we will begin gathering at 9:15 a.m. with on site registration and some pre-flection activities designed to help you be present and begin thinking about the goals for the next three days. We’ll start off with ice-breakers, group development activities and begin to develop an emotionally safe environment for growth and development. Through out the day we will explore topics such as motivation for riding, perceived limitations, managing the energy you bring to your relationship with your horse, identifying fears, learning strategies for enhancing the riding experience and setting goals.  In the afternoon, there will be a tack and equipment assessment and group ride.  We will formally end by 5:30 p.m. with dinner on your own.

Saturday, September 24 we will gather at 9:15 a.m. to engage in pre-flection work. Throughout the morning we will learn and practice techniques for equine bodywork including scanning for heat, changes in texture, soreness and reaction. After sharing our individual goals and learn new skills for giving and receiving feedback, we will participate in structured riding sessions focused on putting theory and skills learned into practice. We will formerly end by 5:30 p.m. followed by a group dinner at a local restaurant for those who wish to participate.

Sunday, September 25 we will gather at 9:15 a.m. for pre-flection work. The focus will be on riding small for a big pay off.  We will review and revise our goals based on the experiences and learnings of the past two days. Each person will leave with resources and a plan for working on goals as well as strategies for continued support and feedback. We will end by 12:30 p.m. on Sunday.

Logistical info:

Participants should bring water, healthy snacks and a sack lunch (Friday and Saturday).  Additionally participants should bring a notebook, pen and camera if desired.

Bringing your horse, please contact Wagner Ranch as early as possible to make arrangements.

Need to use a ranch horse?  Please contact Wagner Ranch as early as possible to make arrangements.

In order to provide a maximum learning and growth experience for each participant, the number of attendees will be limited.  We recommend that you register as early as possible.

Fee: $ 350 per person.    Deposit of $100 required to hold space.

Facilitators:

Eric Wagner – Owner and operator of the Wagner Training Center, Eric began his career as apprentice with Top National Arabian Trainer, Jeff Wonnell. Eric continued working with top trainers, schooling, showing and instructing. Today Eric shares his knowledge and skills with horses and humans through a holistic approach to increasing fitness, wellness, skill building and remediating challenges.

Eric is also a certified massage therapist, equine sports and canine massage therapist and equine cranial sacral practitioner.  ewagnertraining@yahoo.com

Beth Wonson – A life-long horse enthusiast, Beth’s expertise is experiential and adventure-based education facilitation with a focus on empowering individuals to build upon strengths and achieve goals.  Beth’s facilitation style is fun and engaging, encouraging participants to stretch and grow in an emotionally and physically safe learning environment. Beth has presented to schools, agencies and groups across the US.                                                           ewonson@gmail.com

Identify and share how your motivation to ride has changed in recent years (increased or decreased) and why.

• What motivates me to ride at this time in my life?
• What are my specific goals for my riding and/or relationship with my horse?
• What challenges do I face today that are new or different?
• How can I improve my physical and emotional fitness to enjoy the level of riding I desire?

Not just another spook clinic!  Through a series of drills, goal setting, community building and exercises, you will:

• Learn to connect before mounting
• Positive communication
• Skill development for unanticipated trouble
• Strategies to diffuse drama
• Learn from other riders

Open to all levels of experience (horse and rider).  Bring your horse or use a ranch horse (by reservation).
This 2.5 day workshop begins on Friday, Dec. 2 at 9:00 a.m. and ends by 4:00 p.m. Saturday, December 3 (9-4) and Sunday, December 4 (9-1).
Mounted activities are 60% of the time.  Ground work/group work is about 40% of the time.
Registration fee is $350.  Enrollment is limited. On site board available.
To register call 805-489-7368 or ewagnertraining@yahoo.com. Deposit required.
For more info go to http://www.thewagnerranch.com/.

Mini Clinics

Have fun, add to your tool kit and build a community of riding buddies! 
These are not spook clinics.  Spook Clinics are about desensitizing your horse.  Challenge by Choice Mini Clinics are about developing tools, skills and strategies for improving riding pleasure and managing your horse in any situation. 

Drills Mini Clinic – It is not about the obstacle, it is about your tools!
Each session we will highlight one of the 5 drills.  You will have an opportunity to get positive results by practicing constructive strategies to help you on the trail, in the arena or anytime you and your horse are confronted with a challenging situation.

Open Equitation Mini Clinic – Riding as an Athletic Activity!
We will start with a short and relaxing tai chi exercise session. Then you will mount your horse and become re-engaged with the fundamentals of good horsemanship.  Riders and horses will have fun, build muscular strength, endurance and stamina and develop skills for group riding.

Fee:
Prior “Challenge by Choice Horsemanship 3-day Clinic” Participants  $20 per session
Never attended a CBC Horsemanship 3-day Clinic – $30 per session
Use a ranch horse (based on availability) $10 per session
Audits – $10

Reservations and payment must be made in advance.  Register for 4 or more sessions and get a 5th session free.
Enrollment is limited.
To register call 805-489-7368 or ewagnertraining@yahoo.com. Deposit required.
 
Dates:  Saturday, Nov. 19 – Open Equitation 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
            Saturday, Dec. 17 – Drill Day 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
            Saturday, Jan. 7 – Open Equitation 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
            Saturday, Jan. 21 – Drill Day 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Professional farrier available for the central coast

Hand forging and custom shoes available

Serving North and South San Luis Obispo County

Please call Charlie Park at 208-791-2106

New favorite on our  SLO Horse  News YouTube  Channel…

Found this interesting short film shot at Flying Caballos Guest Ranch. It’s got a suprise/ mysterious/ happy/ sad ending. You decide. Get creative!

Does your child love horses?
If so, Heaven Can Wait Equine Sanctuary for Healing and Learning is hosting an event for children on Saturday March 12th, 9:00 – 11:30. It’s a fun and informative experience that includes educational materials, arts and crafts, and an opportunity for each child to choose a horse or donkey to meet, groom, or walk, in a scenic yet protected and supervised environment. HCW’s “Resource Library” located inside a covered area, has materials for children to draw or color pictures, write letters or stories and/or read books to or about equines.  Carrots will be provided to give the horses and donkeys. Parents are welcome to stay and enjoy the views or bring a sack lunch and blanket to enjoy the property, after the program is completed.
TO REGISTER” visit us at Centennial Park, 600 Nickerson Drive or
www.prcity.com/recreation.
* For info about HCW – check website at: www.HeavenCanWait.us
Ages: 5-12  (Limited to 12 children)
Date/Time:  Sat., March 12, 2011,  9:00 – 11:30
Rain Date:  Sat.  March 19, 2011,   9:00 – 11:30
(picnic time: 11:30 – 12:30)
Fee:  $15:00/$10:00 for siblings.

www.HeavenCanWait.us

805-264-4611

As the ancient bond between people and animals continues to grow, so does the desire to understand our pets, know what they are thinking, what they need from us, why they do certain things and how we as pet owners can give them the full, happy, comfortable and peaceful lives they deserve.

Los Olivos, California – May 2, 2012 – California High School Rodeo Association (CHSRA) District 7 announced qualifiers for the 2012 Junior High School State Finals, which will be held May 18-20 in Plymouth, California. This annual event provides an opportunity for top performers from each of the nine CHSRA junior division districts to compete on a state level.

“District 7 is proud of our junior high athletes who worked so hard this year to improve their rodeo skills,” said Ken Dewar, District 7 adult board president. “Everyone in the district is impressed by the sportsmanship and teamwork that these kids have demonstrated. We wish all of them the best of luck at the state competition and we know they will do an outstanding job of representing our district at the state level.”

About CHSRA District 7

CHSRA is a nonprofit organization that maintains the order and standards set up by the National High School Rodeo Association (NHSRA) and promotes high school rodeo on a state level. District 7 encompasses San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties. The district is committed to promoting the highest level of conduct and sportsmanship at the various rodeos and to encourage boys and girls to continue in school. For additional information, visit www.chsradist7.com or contact the appropriate membership secretary: For High School, contact Sheila Mangione at sheilam@mangionepayne.com; for Junior High, contact Stacey Nance at staceynance@mac.com.

805-238-7110

A competition clinic/regular clinic will be held with Jane Weatherwax at Golden Hills Farm. You can have a regular lesson or ride a test, which will be scored and then work on improving the test. Your lesson price will be $145.00. All lessons will be 45 min. Price per ride will be $145.00. A haul-in fee is $15.00 per horse/rider combination and stabling is available.

Please contact Ariane Rezvani at daryoush1@msn.com to reserve your spot.

San Miguel

805-467-2560

805-528-1774

San Luis Obispo

805-549-0558

Paso Robles

805-239-5772

If you have next weekend free and would like to participate in a Combined Driving event, consider volunteering at the Clay Station, American Driving Society sanctioned 2 day CDE. Volunteer coordinator Pat Scholderer has asked for help and she has helped out many, many times at our local driving events. Please see the information below and contact Pat if you are interested. Some of our local drivers will be competing and it should be a great time. 

Breakfast (rolls/coffee) and lunch will be provided to volunteers on the day they work. Volunteers who work for two days will receive dinner Saturday night too. (Clay Station is renowned for feeding their friends)  Dry camping for volunteers is free /no showers or hookups.

Summer Festival 2 day CDE (ADS)
June 19 & 20, 2010
Clay Station Horse Park
Wilton, CA
www.claystationhorsepark.com
Volunteers welcome and needed.
Contact:  Pat Scholderer  925-778-2640
grannyncart@earthlink.net

The Brass Oak Driving Club, a county wide organization will sponsor the Competitive Therapeutic Carriage Driving event May 26th starting at 9 am until 3 pm.  The public is encouraged to stop by anytime and observe this amazing fast growing equestrian sport, featuring a Combined Carriage Driving Test. The event supports Team USA.

World class drivers including a disabled carriage driver will demonstrate this extraordinary sport. The United States Driving for the Disabled is the national nonprofit organization which fosters opportunities for competitors to compete nationally and internationally by offering training and financial support.

Diane Kastama, a resident of Arroyo Grande, hopes to represent the USA in August and is currently pre-qualified for the next World Competition coming this summer in the Netherlands.

Kastama’s exceptional competitive driving skills have won her international acclaim plus bronze, gold and silver medals. Equestrian extraordinaire, Kastama, is a strong contender for the 2012 World Competition. “She has a very strong chance of winning,” said Linda Fairbanks past President of Gold Coast Driving for the Disabled.

Donations to Team USA will assist the team in their travel and are tax deductible.

This event will be in Arroyo Grande. Contact Diane for more information (805)343-6026 or DKastama@verizon.net

Tack shops, feed stores, boarding stables, horse trainers and other equine businesses in all of the 50 states are being encouraged to be part of the coupon section in the forthcoming 2012 The Horse Industry Resource Guide.
       
The Horse Industry Resource Guide, which in 2011 included more than 100,000 horse businesses, product manufacturers, horse trainers, vets, etc. is digitally published each year by One Horse Press.  It includes a national section featuring horse products, services, and breed and show organizations.  The “state” section includes services ranging from tack shops and feed stores to horse trainers and boarding stables.  This year’s edition will also include coupon sections for each state, and a “Made In The USA” section.
         
“Coupons, which offer either a discount or a rebate, are a great way for horse related businesses to expand their customer base and to stimulate each state’s equine industry economy,” says Laurie Cerny, owner of One Horse Press.  “The more that can be done to help local equine businesses, the better.”
 
The coupon section will be in addition to the basic business listings in the guide.  A basic business listing, which includes the business name, phone number, and address is free.  In addition, upgraded listings are available for just $10 for a bolded listing that includes an email address and web site, or $20 for 75 words of descriptive text. Coupons are just $20.
    
For more information about The Horse Industry Resource Guide call (269) 657-3842, or go to https://sites.google.com/site/thehorseindustryresourceguide/  An inclusion form for the “Made In The USA” section can be downloaded from the site.  A form for the coupon section is also available at the website.

Cambria

805-927-3398

Plan ahead to come to the Work Ranch for an all inclusive weekend retreat, ladies only. Ride all weekend! Bring your own horse or enjoy one of the ranch horses. For all the details call Kelly Work at 805-467-3362 email: kelly@workranch.com

Through a series of exercises and simple drills participants discover a new connection to their horse. We approach obstacles and refusals with positive communication which keeps rider and horse calm and responsive. We also find that when we prepare for certain things off the horse it translates quicker once riders are mounted. For riders that attend not because they are having trouble, but just want to have better skills, this clinic helps them make their horse more responsive using less cue (and less Drama!)

Our obstacles are really very simple. You determine the level of challenge for you and for your horse at each obstacle. (aka “Nothing scary unless that is your “Challenge by Choice”)

We are not another desensitization or “spook” clinic.

Challenge by Choice Horsemanship workshops develop rider skills, and help diffuse dramatic situations that arise when riding. With acceptance of a wide range of participants, from fairly inexperienced riders or green horses, to considerably experienced people and some very well trained horses (and some horses who have learned a few evasion “tricks”) and anxious riders with phobias or riding stresses, a nice mix allows a variety of experiences from which all participants can learn and grow.

March 24 & 25, 2012 clinic is taking reservations now. $275 for 2 days with $100 deposit.

Send to: The Wagner Ranch/Eric Wagner Training, POB 567, Pismo Beach, CA 93448

Event will be held at the Starlite Meadow Farm in Nipomo, CA. Overnight stabling is available.

Interested in offering this workshop in your area or at your facility? Contact us to learn how!

Challenge by Choice Horsemanship Clinic(c) can be offered at your ranch or club.

If you have access to a covered arena it’s a nice winter option for trail riding clubs to keep horses tuned up while the trails are muddy.

Challenge by Choice Horsemanship Clinics have been conceived, developed and are facilitated exclusively by Eric Wagner & Beth Wonson. Visit our website for more information: www.TheWagnerRanch.com

Creston

805-239-9963

Paso Robles

805-227-4975

Own son of Smart little Lena (18 years old).  Cutting trained.
Good horse for kid or adult wanting to sort or cut.
Very nice looking
$3,000. OBO
Call 559-430-6210

Paso Robles

805-239-3019

Limited space available!

San Luis Obispo, CA – Dark Horse Farms is officially accepting quality show jumpers and derby hunters for the 2011 competition season. Established earlier this year Dark Horse Farms opens its doors this month offering individualized training programs for competitive equine athletes from young prospects to proven veterans. Professional rider and trainer Lisa Ciesniewski brings to the team over twenty-six years experience in the hunter jumper industry as a catch rider and competitor. Located in the heart of California’s central coast on ten private acres in San Luis Obispo.

Dark Horse Farms provides comprehensive training programs based on each horse’s needs, strengths and abilities. The horses will travel to an average of one-two USEF ‘A’ rated competitions  a month. By maintaining a very limited number of equines, Dark Horse Farms provides superior care, attention and training for each horse. Dark Horse Farms is not the typical training barn in that they do not offer lessons or coaching for riders but instead all of the attention is focused on training and developing horses into successful champions.

Venues on Dark Horse Farms tentative competition schedule for 2011 include; HITS Thermal, Northern Winter Classic, Blenheim Equisports, Memorial Day Classic, Woodside, Del Mar National, Sonoma Horse Park, Pebble Beach, Menlo Charity Show, USHJA Final, HITS Culpeper, Hampton Classic, HITS Saugerties, Sacramento International and LA National.

Owners of eligible show horses should contact Dark Horse Farms at their earliest convenience as spaces are limited. Quality consignment horses are also welcome and will benefit from the teams extensive sales network and professional marketing program.

About Dark Horse Farms:

Dark Horse Farms established  June 2010 is an equine training stables specializing in the  development and sales of quality show jumpers and derby hunters from young prospects to proven veterans. Located in the heart of beautiful California’s central coast on ten private acres in San Luis Obispo. For additional information, visit www.darkhorsefarms.com

Lisa Ciesniewski
Dark Horse Farms
805-595-1544
www.darkhorsefarms.com

March 5th, 5-10pm

Edwards Barn, Nipomo

$75 per person

(805) 934-1513

“…last year I was involved in a community action initiative to help reduce gang involvement among the young people of the city of Santa Maria.  The more I learned about why young people join gangs the more I came to realize the importance of early preventive intervention.   I also learned that foster children, by the very nature of all that they must endure, often gravitate towards gangs.  Gang life is just one of many negative lifestyles they find themselves being drawn towards.

In an effort to help foster children in our community overcome the odds against them and experience expressed love and concern from caring adults, Gloria and I along with Eric and Diane Rae have decided to work towards providing a special week long summer camp experience for foster children between the ages of 7 and 11.   Our hope is to send 24 of these children to camp this summer.

On Saturday, March 5^th, we will be having a benefit concert featuring Dave Stamey.  As you know Dave has been a cowboy, a mule packer, a dude wrangler, and is now one of the most popular Western entertainers working today.  He has been voted three times Entertainer of the Year, three times Male Performer of the Year and twice Songwriter of the Year by the Western Music Association, and received the Will Rogers Award from the Academy of Western Artists.  Dave’s concert will provide a great evening of entertainment for a great cause!!  And to top it off we are including a complete Santa Maria style BBQ!  So between the food and the music people are guaranteed to leave having an amazing experience.

I know that there are many good causes within our community.  However, this is one I personally believe has particular merit for a group of children I have come to learn are often neglected and ignored.

With special appreciation,

Warren F. Gabarée

Fundraising Advisory”

April 2,2011

Starting at 9:00 AM, a selection of objects and obstacles will be available to you to desensitize your horse to these perhaps new, perhaps scary things. Equines will be taken in-hand, on halter and lead (or bridle and lead) around to become unafraid of the things they see.

At each station, a container of horse cookies will be available if you wish to reward your animal for bravery. The rules are: no whipping, no yelling, no drama. If you need help getting your animal to approach an object, just ask. Everything is structured to be safe and within reason. Obstacles include but are not limited to: balloons, flags, water crossing, alpacas, a maze, walking over a mattress and a tarp, loud sounds and music, blowing objects, objects being dragged over a hard surface, a narrow place, and a 40″ soccer ball for horses to play with. Suitable for equines who are at least one year of age and well broke to lead.

After lunch, you are Invited to put on your best duds in one of our dressing rooms, mount your best carriage and be photographed and look at yourself in a mirror and be evaluated by others to determine If the look is what you want. You are invited to bring extra hats, laprobes jackets and shoes to share so that people can get an idea how they want to look as they
compete in carriage driving. If you wish, hook up your horse and get the whole picture. You will learn what colors best compliment you and your turnout and what shades set off your best qualities. Take the pictures home with you for reference.

For more information, call Linda at 805-237-8476

805-467-3510

Trafalgar Square Books is pleased to announce the launch of gold-medal-winning eventer and Tevis-Buckle-winning endurance rider Denny Emerson’s new blog: http://howgoodridersgetgood.wordpress.com/.
 
Based on the premise of his bestselling new book HOW GOOD RIDERS GET GOOD, Denny hopes that his blog will provide an online forum for riders from all disciplines—a place where riders, trainers, and coaches can meet, discuss, and square-off on hot topics, and a touchstone for progress in every part of life, with and without horses.
 
In his book, Denny shares what he sees as the necessary character traits for a rider to become good, and for a good rider to become great. In addition, 23 of the very best riders and trainers in the world—including Beezie Madden, Stacy Westfall, Anne Gribbons, and Clinton Anderson—explain their road to the top and the choices they made on the way there.
 
Now he invites YOU to tell your story. Did you “get good” or “get stuck” somewhere along the way? Are you a “wannabe” or a “gonnabe”? Check out his latest post, comment and share your opinion. Get feedback on where you are in your riding development from Denny himself. Agree? Disagree? These are discussions worth having. And if you want to GET GOOD, they are worth having RIGHT NOW.
 
Denny’s book HOW GOOD RIDERS GET GOOD is available now from the Trafalgar Square Books online bookstore http://www.horseandriderbooks.com/ (800.423.4525).
 
For more information about Denny Emerson’s new blog (http://howgoodridersgetgood.wordpress.com/) or his book, contact rdidier@sover.net.

Nipomo

805-343-6026

San Luis Obispo

805-543-8410

Paso Robles

805-226-9298

Cambria

805-927-7069

San Luis Obispo

805-541-2006

Here’s a beautiful video of a current listing near Santa Margarita. The Willow Ranch. Treat yourself to a multi-million dollar touch of paradise with a virtual tour…

In the heart of Paso Robles wine country is a special event that will warm the hearts of animal lovers everywhere. Join Heaven Can Wait Equine Sanctuary and Second Chance at Love Humane Society on Saturday, November 12 from 11am to 3pm for a relaxing afternoon that gives back to some loving animals in need of your support. By doing some shopping, and enjoying amazing Paso Robles wine, chocolate, olive oil, and cheese – all in one place – you can help save at risk horses and dogs. At the event, you can tour the amazing sanctuary facility and meet the horses of Heaven Can Wait that will be directly impacted by your participation.
A fabulous raffle item will be offered: a Sycamore Mineral Springs Spa Suite in Avila Beach and a dining certificate at the Sea Venture Resort in Pismo Beach!
A portion of the day’s proceeds will benefit both the Horses at Heaven Can Wait  and Hounds of Second Chance at Love. For more information visit http://www.heavencanwait.us/  or http://www.secondchancelove.org/ or call 805-434-3982.

Paso Robles

866-622-3892

CALIFORNIA DECLARES CONTAINMENT
OF EQUINE HERPES VIRUS (EHV-1) OUTBREAK

SACRAMENTO, June 20, 2011 – The recent disease outbreak of the neuropathogenic strain of Equine Herpes Virus -1 (EHV-1) associated with the horses that attended the National Cutting Horse Associations Western National Championships in Ogden, UT is contained. Containment is based on the fact that California has gone more than 14 days from the last clinical case onset date without a confirmed clinical case of EHV-1.

“I want to thank California’s horse owners and veterinarians for their prompt and thorough actions to isolate and monitor exposed animals and contain this outbreak of EHV-1,” said State Veterinarian Dr. Annette Whiteford. “We also owe the success of this project in part to the outstanding isolation biosecurity measures implemented by horse facility managers, show/event managers and other professionals who work with and care for horses.”

It is important that the California horse owners remain vigilant as there is always risk of disease when horses of unknown health status are commingled at one location.  Consistent, basic biosecurity practices play an important role in reducing risk of exposure to diseases such as influenza, strangles, pigeon fever, or equine herpes virus.

By implementing the biosecurity measures below, you can minimize disease risk:

• Minimize horse nose-to-nose contact with horses of unknown disease status.
• Don’t share equipment including buckets, tack and grooming equipment.
• Avoid using communal water troughs.
• Fill water buckets directly from the faucet to eliminate potential hose contamination.
• Limit human contact between horses or wash hands or use hand sanitizer between horse contacts.
• Prior to returning home from an event, clean and disinfect all equipment, including trailer, clothing, tack grooming supplies.
• Isolate all new horses or horses returning home for a minimum of three weeks. Isolation means no direct contact with other horses or humans and no indirect contact via shared equipment.
• Consult your veterinarian to establish appropriate vaccination for your horse(s).

Horse owners are strongly encouraged to consult their veterinarian regarding these steps and others to determine how best to reduce the risk of your horse acquiring an infectious disease.

Save the Date!

Saturday January 22 – Clinic @ Eric Wagner Training Center/The Wagner Ranch featuring Mary Kay Stenger RN, Ph.D and Clinical Hypnotherapist. This is the one everyone has been waiting for! 
Visit our website, www.thewagnerranch.com , for more information about Mary Kay and the Clinic.

Hope to see everyone there
    Kayla Sejera-Wagner
The Wagner Ranch/Eric Wagner Training Center
Arroyo Grande, CA

• trail monitors at the tricky intersections and the road crossings, you can sign up for 3 hour shift
• a few more P&R people to help at the vet stops
• 2 people to help with parking and volunteer food on Friday
• 1-3 person to help Kathy Longacre with food shopping, making volunteer sandwiches, and organizing the potluck
• We also need people to bring pot luck side dishes and desserts for the Saturday night (June5) dinner
• Trail work on 2 more Friday afternoons before the ride- we start at 2-2:30 and finish about 5:30-6pm contact  Debby Lyon if you are interested in helping.

WELLINGTON, Fla. (April 30, 2012) – Zen Horse Koi, the second in a series of collectible silk scarves to benefit the Equestrian Aid Foundation (EAF), is now available for sale. The scarf, designed by renowned artist Linda Bruff Luster, features rich, complementary colors that create wearable art. It can also be framed to produce a stunning focal point to any room. The sale of the scarves will benefit the EAF, which provides financial assistance for horsemen who are catastrophically injured or ill throughout their time of need.

The Zen Horse Koi scarf is available for $175 online at the EAF website –www.equestrianaidfoundation.org. It is 100 percent silk. It’s unique size, 24” x 72”, makes it easily worn as a scarf or shawl.

The Zen Horse Scarf project to benefit the EAF was underwritten by long-time supporter Karen Long Dwight, ensuring the entire purchase price helps EAF recipients in need.

“Karen and I have been friends now for more 10 years and this is our second venture together to benefit the EAF,” Linda said. “She asked me to design both scarves using my two most recognized paintings - Zen Horse I and now Zen Horse Koi. I am so proud to be able to support the EAF and help its recipients.”

The purchase of a Zen scarf directly affects the lives of equestrians and horse enthusiasts financially assisted by the EAF. A portion of the purchase price ($95) is tax deductible under federal laws.

About the Equestrian Aid Foundation: In 1996 the Equestrian AIDS Foundation was established to assist those with HIV/Aids. Recognizing a broader need, the organization changed its name to the Equestrian Aid Foundation and revised its mission. Its mission is to assist anyone in the equestrian world suffering from life threatening illnesses and catastrophic injuries by providing financial assistance for their medical or other basic needs. It is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization that provides grant recipients funding for medical, healthcare, rehabilitation and essential expenses, such as housing and food, throughout their time of need. Learn more at www.equestrianaidfoundation.org,  www.facebook.com/EAF.Ride4Hope or https://twitter.com/#!/ride4hope.

From Contracts to Nonprofits…..

I offer contract drafting and negotiation services for all your equine business needs.  I specialize in “horse friendly” contracts, considering the well being of the horse first.  I believe in balanced, equitable contracts…all parties are important and all parties are treated fairly.  I also offer services in drafting 501(c)(3) Exemption Applications, with an emphasis in animal rescues.  I have over 15 years’ experience in nonprofit corporate law, transactional and general business law.  I am very experienced, responsible and reasonable.  There is no charge for an initial consultation.

Ingrid A. Kingaard

805.458.9384

ikingaard@aol.com

San Luis Obispo

805-541-6367

805-237-6060

Elite Equestrian magazine has been published for four years now, and has grown consistently to establish a solid standing in the equestrian print media market. With this foundation, the publishers of Elite Equestrian are proud to announce that we are expanding our line of magazines with a full size (8 x 10) luxury equine themed lifestyle magazine… Equine Flair.

The publishers of Elite Equestrian believe that luxury is an art, not a trend. Anyone who appreciates quality desires it in every aspect of their life. The passion combined with the time and financial demands that equestrian pursuits encompass is a perfect exemplification of lifestyle versus hobby.

The dedicated equestrian possesses a mind set that penetrates every aspect of one’s life- time spent, finances, travel, even personal style and home decor- a true lifestyle. Equine Flair epitomizes this standard.

We are proud to welcome a number of seasoned contributors who are the manifestation of equestrian lifestyle:

L.A. Pomeroy: American Horse Publications’ 2008 best Feature Article finalist and 2010 Freelance Writer Equine-related Journalism (Print) Award winner. L.A. Pomeroy works inside the highest levels of FEI and Olympic equestrian sport, and has turned her Harvard University education in visual design and stylish Manhattan and music world connections into an inside track on what’s hot (and who’s not) in equestrian art, collectibles, entertainment, fashion and design. In addition to being her state’s only female sports journalist accredited with the International Alliance of Equestrian Journalists, and National Sportscasters and Sports Writers Association, she is official Media Liaison for the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA), and regularly provides image and wordsmithing services, and social media administration, to a stable of equestrian companies and media outlets.

Vicky Moon: Writer and photographer Vicky Moon has chronicled the lives of the rich, the not-so-rich, the famous, and the not-so-famous for more than twenty years. She has covered murders and prominent lives for People Magazine and the Washington Post; and written about lavish hunt balls, International polo matches, steeplechase races, and parties for Town and Country, Millionaire, Veranda, and Southern Accents magazines. She has served as a contributing editor for House and Garden. Ms. Moon is the author of The Official Middleburg Life Cookbook, The Middleburg Mystique: A Peek Inside the Gates of Middleburg, Virginia, A Sunday Horse: A Year on the Grand Prix Show Jumping Circuit, Best Dressed Southern Salads, The Private Passion of Jackie Kennedy Onassis: Portrait of A Rider,, Equestrian Style: Home Design, Couture, and Collections from the Eclectic to the Elegant.

Jeanne Chisholm, The Chisholm Gallery: Located in the picturesque and historic Pine Plains, New York, Jeanne first opened the Chisholm Gallery in the grandstand of the Palm Beach Polo & Country Club with her late husband, Hugh Jeremy Chisholm in 1978. Their gallery was an immediate success and quickly acquired the largest collection of polo art for sale in the world. Jeanne has worked with museums throughout her life, her accomplishments including curating an exhibit commemorating 100 years of polo history at the Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Museum and Hall of Fame in Aiken, South Carolina. Jeanne has served as the Coordinating Director of the National Polo Museum and Hall of Fame. The renowned London Colnaghi Gallery invited the Chisholm Gallery to participate in their very first sporting art exhibit. Jeanne and her work have been featured in Architectural Digest, Town and Country, The New York Times, The Washington Post, Polo Magazine, Equine Visions, Palm Beach Life, and many more publications.

The management at Elite Equestrian is very excited about the premier of this new addition to our line of publications. Equine Flair will set a precedent for the exhilarating, dedicated lifestyle of discriminating equestrians everywhere.

EQUINE VIP FOLLOWS PRO PHOTOGRAPHER NIGEL SKEET FILMING HORSES

Santa Clarita, CA –  Nigel Skeet has photographed everything from rock stars to fashion, but he’s most passionate about photographing horses.   Nigel partnered with the fashion brand Von Dutch to help produce a photo exhibit called “Power & Motion”.  The exhibit shows off his art and will raise funds for the equine adoption rescue center,  Dude’s Ranch.

Equine VIP tagged along with Nigel where he offers up a few tips for amateurs,wanting to photograph their own horses.

www.EquineVIP.com covers all disciplines of riding and horses, because

“If It’s About Horses, We Cover It.”

For more information:

Susan@equineVIP.com

310 953-1745

Hollywood Park, CA  –  Meet world class race horse, Zenyatta, and her trainer John Sherrifs on Equine VIP.  Zenyatta was named racehorse of the year and Breyer Horses honored Zenyatta by producing a collectable model of the famous horse.  Simply register to win this beautiful model horse on Equine VIP’s December contest “Win a Horse” – a horse anyone can own along with other great prizes.
 
Don’t miss another featured video of Equine VIP Ramon Becerra with horse lover Shania Twain.
 
http://www.equinevip.com/  covers all disciplines of riding and horses, because
“If It’s About Horses, We Cover It.”
For more information:

Susan@equineVIP.com

310 953-1745

ADVANCED EVENT RIDER ANDREA BAXTER

WALKS THE COURSE WITH EQUINE VIP

Paso Robles, CA Andrea Baxter, a promising event rider walks Equine VIP through the ups and downs of upper-level competition in this episode.  Andrea has been competing at the Advanced level on 2 horses, Estrella a home bred and Skywalker IV, owned by Thom Schulz. Both horses were successfully named to the USEF Developing Rider squad.  Andrea and Estrella competed on the east coast in 2010’s Rolex 3 day.

Don’t miss telling your friends about one of our best contests ever!  Win an Equi-Ping by Nunn Finer, Durvet’s Aloe Advantage Matrix 3-Step System, eZall’s new Total Body Wash Green, Kauffman’s Animal Health Supplement and For Horse Sake’s Natural Insect Repellent.  Simply enter at  www.equinevip.com

www.EquineVIP.com covers all disciplines of riding and horses, because

“If It’s About Horses, We Cover It.”

For more information:

Susan@equineVIP.com

310 953-1745

805-769-8002

EquinePro Newsletter: Innovative Marketing Technology Targets Equine Industry 

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Feb. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Professional horse trainer and creator Donna Cheek, announced today the launching of EquinePro™ a marketing system designed specifically for the equine industry. The fully automated online newsletter service allows horse industry professionals to take advantage of the proven strategy of relationship and viral marketing with a “hands off” approach.

Ms. Cheek, an equine trainer with 39 years of experience in the horse business, developed EquinePro™ to provide an affordable and convenient way for trainers, barn owners and breeders to market their services to the public.

“The equine industry is commonly known to be very labor intensive, with no time to sit at a desk,” Cheek explained. “We have no cutting edge options for marketing. I wanted to create something easy and effective that I would use for my own horse business. In this economic climate there is a critical need for all of us in the horse business to adopt some sort of marketing strategy.”

EquinePro provides entertaining and educational content that is appropriate for all disciplines, then twice each month, distributes the newsletter on behalf of the equine professional to their clients and prospective clients. One of the many benefits of this newsletter is that it functions as an electronic business card, keeping products and services at the forefront of the minds of their targeted market. The newsletter will position an equine professional as the local expert while stimulating new referrals and business leads.

According to the American Horse Council, there are approximately 9.2 million horses in the U.S. used for racing, showing, breeding, recreation and sport.

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Arroyo Grande

805-489-7368

www.thewagnerranch.com

San Luis Obispo

805-544-0445

San Miguel

805-467-3650

Paso Robles

805-238-7434

Enter Sidelines One K Helmet Contest And A Chance To Win One Of Two One K Helmets! 

SIDELINES wants to see a photo of your sweaty, matted, crazy hair! This contest is sponsored by One K Helmets and the winner will receive a Suede and Leather One K Helmet with a retail value of $279.95 and the runner-up will receive a Defender One K Helmet valued at $229.95! All entries receive a FREE 6-month print subscription or a FREE 1-year online viewing (your choice) when you fill out the online entry form. Here is the link: (don’t forget to read the rules below): http://www.sidelinesnews.com/wp/sidelines-one-k-helmet-hair-photo-contest-entry-for

Rules for the Sidelines One K Helmet Hair contest: One photo submission per person. Photo must be posted to this event page wall. Write in the photo description your name and where you live. Photos can be amateur or professional, permission required from professionals. Each person submitting a photo must “Like” the Sidelines Facebook page and the One K Helmet Facebook page. Each entry must go to the Sidelines Magazine website and fill out a contest entry form. The winner and the runner-up will be determined by the photo that receives the most “Likes.” So share your photo with all your friends and get them to vote! Contest ends April 30th at 5 p.m. Winners will be announced May 1st. All photos subject to editor’s approval.

www.sidelinesnews.com

2002 Exiss, great condition, 2 horse slant load, fully aluminum trailer.  2 tackrooms, including front one with screen door, removable saddle rack and pad holders.  Rear tackroom or take out the middle panel to make a huge rear stall.  Padded dividers and mats on floor, large drop-down windows with separate netted window protectors; stabilizer bars and hitch; portable corral carriers; extra tie-up hooks on both sides and rear doors; newer tires.  The floor has been totally reconditioned at Heacocks Welding.  Original owner.  $7,400 OBO Gail Kemble, 440-9708 or email  Gailkemble@aol.com

Nipomo

805-929-5175

Doug Freitas will be delivering orchard grass on Monday (3/28) or when the rain has stopped. The price is $19.00 delivered to the Central Coast area. They are out of alfalfa at this time. As soon as it dries up they will be cutting alfalfa hay.

email djhay1983@gmail.com

www.farmdirecthay.com

Call 559-816-7144

San Luis Obispo

805-543-3751

Santa Ynez, CA -  Ada Gates has exciting stories to share as the first licensed female Farrier.  She was the Farrier liaison at the ’84 Olympics overseeing 300 horses and 55 Farriers in 30 days.  She is also the horse shoe inspector for the annual Rose Bowl Parade.  She made David Letterman laugh while imparting valuable information any horse owner can use to measure their horse’s feet.  

www.EquineVIP.com  covers all disciplines of riding and horses, trainers and equestrian VIPs because  “If It’s About Horses, We Cover It.”  The popular website has videos and articles with top equestrians.  For more information: Susan@equineVIP.com 310 953-1745

San Luis Obispo/ Edna Valley

Flying Caballos Guest Ranch is located in the rolling hills of Edna Valley wine country 5 minutes from downtown San Luis Obispo. The turn of the century ranch house and property was restored into a breathtaking estate, creating an amazing place to entertain. Flying Caballos features modern amenities blended with old world class. This magical vacation rental limitless possibilities for you to create your own unique experience. We invite you to be our guest!

Templeton

805-286-7535

From April Battles. We would like to bring her here for a clinic. Let us know if you are interested. Email to tina@teamtlc.net

Pain in the horse’s body-the horse unable to do what we are asking of them-is what is causing most of today’s training and behavioral issues. Professional trainers and all around horse owners-saying the horse ”won’t do a certain move” or behave a certain way-when it actually comes down to it is uncomfortable-even painful for the horse to do what we are asking of them. Come learn more-find out how to tell if this is the issue with your horse: http://www.youtube.com/user/HolisticHorseWorks
I find the body releases it’s issues better when worked with more energetically than physically. I start by asking the horse permission to communicate, touch, work on before starting to do so. I balance the yin/yang of the horse energetically, work on kidney and bladder meridian, combine Ortho Bionomy type moves with myofascial releases to release the skeleton to proper working form and then release muscle spasms from ‘compensations’ of a body not working properly. Adding Cranio Sacral releases to all this helps the whole nervous system to unwind as well. Unwinding of the whole horse takes about 1 hr 30 min, horse owners notice horses seem to get taller, longer, fluffier and look like they added on about 20 lbs. Releasing muscle memory with my Osteopathic type yoga stretches allows the horse to start moving correctly immediately, along with getting the feet rebalanced soon after the bodywork session. Also I involve the horse owner in this healing process by doing my horse yoga daily with their horse when they can. My FREE yoga for horses can be seen on Youtube on my channel http://www.youtube.com/user/HolisticHorseWorks MY YOGA IS TO BE USED AS A DIAGNOSTIC TOOL-IF YOUR HORSE CANNOT EASILY DO ALL 6 STRETCHES THEN THERE ARE DEEPER ISSUES PRESENT NEEDING TO BE RESOLVED. A horse not moving each body part correctly results in another body part working twice as hard-presenting premature arthritic conditions. Your horse should be healthy and rideable till they are 30.
April Battles
Magalia CA
(530) 873-3316
www.HolisticHorseworks.com

Nipomo

650-823-0356

The Black Bear Riders would like to invite you to join us on Friday July 15, 16 & 17 at the Black Bear Horse Camp at Lopez Lake.

Templeton

805-610-6073

Grover Beach

805-489-1111

19 year old gelding named Montana, quarter horse about 15HH. Real sweet and good on the trails. He was a reining cow horse, rescued from the slaughter house 3 years back. Sound, no lameness issues according to the owners. The owners just want a good home for him.

The contact person is Marci 929-4848 or 598-3456.

San Miguel

805-467-2190

SLO Horse News Now Publishing From Rural Office!

Thanks to Wilson Creek Communications for getting us on the internet way out here in horse heaven! Friends from Parkhill Road turned us on to this small family business independently serving North County. No satellite dish, no contract, no automated phone system or outsourced customer service.  Just a super clean state of the art set up that works great!

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Contact Steve at Wilson Creek Communications for a free site survey at info@wilson-creek.net  or (805) 365-4522
Tell him you read on SLO Horse News!

San Luis Obispo

805-544-1043

From Linda Clarke:

The Grover Beach City Council held its first of many meetings towards the beginnings of the new Beach Complex at the end of Grand Ave. in the horse staging area. I am not a secretary so bear with me with the notes I took.

1. EIR should be on the Grover Beach website Dec. 15 , the library, and at City Hall for people to look at.

2. 150 room motel, a restaurant to hold 160 people, a pool with an area to hold 80 people. 180,000 sq. feet of landscape, and a total of 415 parking spaces spread over the compound, also the dump station will be moved closer to one of the parks.

3. The first choice for the horse staging area is across from Finns in the dunes. It will go from the 1 ½ acre site to a ½ acre site. They probably will not put in spaces but it was stated if they did have spaces they would hold 10-15 rigs. There is a plan “B” if the Coastal Commission does not approve of moving the staging area into the dunes, but that was not addressed during the formal meeting.

4. Sequence of events Draft EIR-December 15-January 28 (45 days)/Draft EIR comment closes February/

5. Final EIR is released March/Planning Commission Hearing March/City Council Hearing April or May/Coastal Commission hearing TBD /Coastal Development Permit TBD

6. Linda Clarke has put together a committee to answer many of the questions we all have and want to voice to the Grover Beach City Council. Another email will soon follow with contact information for these various individuals. (Individuals were picked representing the majoring of the horse groups in the county.) You may also contact the Grover Beach City Council members with your concerns. For further information you may contact Linda ( ljclarke@thegrid.net)

Paso Robles

Between Paso Robles and Creston.  Large paddocks with shelters.  Room to exercise, ride or drive.  House sleeps 5 with full kitchen.  All linens provided.  Wireless internet, satellite TV, gas grill on patio.  Guesthouse $140.00 per night for 2 people.  Extra people or horses, $20.00 per night.  Dogs ok.  Visa, MC or AmEx accepted.  Call Linda at 805-237-8476

Darla is giving away a FREE TWO HOUR training and lesson for you and your horse through January.
All you have to do is call or email and set up your time.
This is a $150.00 value
“I want everyone to be safe out there on the trails.
Too many injuries are happening and we can all be safe out there on our horses if we will simply take the time it takes to get educated.
You dont know what you dont know until you find out!”
    Darla
    http://www.gaittrainer1aol.com/
    805 904 7648

San Luis Obispo

805-801-0814

Paso Robles

805-237-1860

Arroyo Grande

805-489-8442

San Miguel

805-368-5702

 Heaven Can Wait Equine Rescue, Rehabilitation and Sanctuary, located at 6275 Cerros Pioneros Way, San Miguel CA 93451, is holding an Open House on Sunday, June 13, 2010 from 11 AM to 4 PM.  Everyone is welcome!

Take a tour of the Sanctuary, meet the horses and donkeys up close, enjoy kids’ fun with Freckles the Clown, listen to music, savor wine pouring by Graveyard Vineyards of San Miguel as well as non-alcoholic refreshments and snacks.  Sample the scented flameless candles of Scentsy with Peggy Talkovic, participate in our great raffle, make a $20 donation to Heaven Can Wait and get on YouTube and Public Access Charter 25 with Leslie Carol’s videography.  Learn about the horses and donkeys, their stories, their courage and adventures.  Find out about Reading Aloud to Horses (The Word Herd), Autism Spectrum program and HoPE sessions for cancer patients, survivors and their friends and family at Heaven Can Wait.

Admission is free, plenty of parking.  Handicap accessible, including restroom.  Beautiful 360 degree views of San Miguel, Paso Robles and beyond!

Contact:  Ramey Zamora, Executive Director, 805/712-3109, ramey12@wildblue.net or
Susan Schwartz, Founder, 805/368-5702, susan@heavencanwait.us
Website: www.heavencanwait.us

Heaven Can Wait Equine Sanctuary for Healing and Learning, 6275 Cerros Pioneros Way San Miguel announces its 5th Annual Open  House June 12 from 11 AM to 4 PM.

The line-up now includes entertainers The Mudskippers Band (live music), Derek Hood (magician), Freckles the Clown (Christina Reid – facepainting and kids fun). Vendors include Peggy Talkovic with Scentsy, Mark Cruzen with Steel Design by Cruzen, Heather Young and Dove Chocolates, Charlene Salazar for Second Chance at Love Dog Rescue; raffle donations by Sea Venture Resort, Sycamore Mineral Springs, steel horse sculpture by Mark Cruzen, original painting of HCW rescues by Terri Quinn-Faucette, cigar lover’s gift basket, Vista del Rey Vineyards, Amy Foster Massage; demos by Amy Foster (massage), Jackie Iddings (Windrider Therapies Myofascial Release), wine pouring by San Marcos Creek Vineyard;catered lunch by Melissa Tyson’s N2 Events, finger foods from Dining with Andre.

Admission is free.  Tours of the Sanctuary with introductions to many of the rescues and their stories will be given.  Hours are 11 AM – 4 PM; located at 6275 Cerros Pioneros Way, Independence Ranch (San Miguel) at the Heaven Can Wait facility.  Plenty of free parking including handicap spaces available.  Bring your camera!

www.heavencanwait.us

Prancing Hearts an equine outreach for kids needs cash for lesson horse care. So we are selling a whole truck load of tack; some new, some used.

English and Western:

Saddles, pads, bridles, halters, leads

Clothes and boots

Miscellaneous

Too much to list:

Call Denise for more info: 489-8534

http://captivehearts.org/blog/?p=558

(We are a 501c3 so your cash donations are tax deductible)

Nipomo

805-929-3410

San Luis Obispo

805-543-5437

Los Olivos, California – October 24, 2011 – California High School Rodeo Association (CHSRA) District 7 announced today that the Mid-State Classic Rodeo is scheduled for November 11-13, 2011 at the Paso Robles Event Center. One of the largest high school rodeos in California, the Mid-State Classic attracts contestants from six of the nine CHSRA districts. Nearly 300 high school students will participate in a full range of rodeo events, including bareback riding, barrel racing, breakaway roping, bull riding, calf roping, cutting, goat tying, pole bending, saddle bronc riding, team roping and steer wrestling.

“District 7 has consistently been one of the top districts in California,” said Sara Honegger, District 7 student board president. “Our district has so many talented competitors, many of which made nationals this past year and in previous years as well. This multidistrict rodeo is a great opportunity to see how we all are against people outside of our district. It is always such a great rodeo. I think the students new to high school rodeo will love it and become more hooked on the sport.”

Admission is free for this kid-friendly, family event. “We encourage the public to come out to the Paso Robles Event Center and support these hard-working and skilled high school kids,” said Ken Dewar, District 7 adult board president. “We also encourage the community to support high school rodeo by participating in our silent auction, shopping at the vendor booths and providing sponsorships and donations to help us keep rodeo entry fees affordable. Sponsorships are essential to helping us continue the rodeo tradition and supporting members in advancing their horsemanship skills and athletic abilities.”

The Mid-State Classic Rodeo begins Friday, November 11 at 11:00 a.m. and runs through Sunday afternoon. In conjunction with the rodeo, District 7 is conducting several fundraising events, and a number of vendors will be selling horse-related gear, clothing and supplies during the rodeo. Scheduled activities include:

Friday, November 11
11:00 a.m. Cutting, rounds 1 and 2
7:00 p.m. Bull riding, bare back, saddle bronc, round 1

Saturday, November 12
8:00 a.m. Bull riding, bare back, saddle bronc, round 2 followed by round 1 of goat tying,
steer wrestling, breakaway roping, pole bending, tie down roping, team roping
and barrels
2:00 p.m. Silent auction opens

Sunday, November 13
7:00 a.m. Cowboy church
8:00 a.m. Grand entry followed by round 2 of goat tying, steer wrestling, breakaway
roping, pole bending, tie down roping, team roping and barrels; awards
ceremony
2:00 p.m. Silent auction closes

To sponsor CHSRA District 7 or to donate items for the silent auction, contact Sheila Mangione at sheilam@mangionepayne.com. For additional information on the Mid-State Classic Rodeo or CHSRA, visit http://www.chsradist7.com/ or contact the appropriate membership secretary: For high school, contact Sheila Mangione at sheilam@mangionepayne.com; for junior high, contact Stacey Nance at staceynance@mac.com.

About CHSRA District 7

CHSRA is a nonprofit organization that maintains the order and standards set up by the National High School Rodeo Association (NHSRA) and promotes high school rodeo on a state level. District 7 encompasses San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties. The district is committed to promoting the highest type of conduct and sportsmanship at the various rodeos to encouraging boys and girls to continue in school and participate in rodeos and then continue on to college.

Paso Robles

805-239-2798

Nipomo

805-929-4447

Santa Ynez, CA – Petrine Day Mitchum is no stranger to Hollywood movies.  Petrine is the daughter of actor, Robert Mitchum, so combining her interest in horses and movies was natural for the author.  Hollywood Hoofbeats shares portraits of famous movie horses with personal accounts by their owners, trainers, and co-stars. The book includes historic accounts of horse stunts – from a fall at mid gallop to a race across a bridge during a live explosion.
 
http://www.equinevip.com/  covers all disciplines of riding and horses, because
“If It’s About Horses, We Cover It.”
For more information:
Susan@equineVIP.com
310 953-1745

Arroyo Grande

805-489-7297

Pismo Beach

805-489-7297

Hollywood, CA – The Painted Ladies are aptly named for riding beautiful paint horses.  The extreme drill team kicked off the New Year riding in Hollywood’s prestigious Christmas parade. They have also ridden in the Tournament of Roses Parade, Nascar events, Folsom’s Pro Rodeo.  Equine VIP followed the ladies thru a practice where they show off some pretty fancy footwork.

www.EquineVIP.com  covers all disciplines of riding and horses, trainers and equestrian VIPs because  “If It’s About Horses, We Cover It.”  For more information: Susan@equineVIP.com 310 953-1745

HEET will be having our last training of the year on July 9th. We are combining 2 trainings into one meeting. The first part of the training will be equine first aid with Andy Dibbern, DVM, who is also our State Equine Emergency Network Coordinator.  This class will cover shock, bleeding, bandaging of wounds, colic, burns, how to handle an unruly horse, smoke inhalation, plus much more. After a short break, where a continental breakfast will be served, Dr. Dibbern will be joined by CAL FIRE Airport Station 21 to give a demonstration of the Anderson Sling on a live horse.  The Anderson Sling is used for vertical lifts when an animal is unable to be moved any other way.  Also, a demo of the Rescue Glides will be given.  The glides are used to “slide” a downed animal up a hill. HEET was instrumental in supplying both the Anderson Sling and the Rescue Glides to the county of San Luis Obispo by donations received from SLOPOST and the SLO Chapter California Dressage Society.  Both the Anderson Sling and Rescue Glides are housed with CAL FIRE to use whenever the need arises.

Free parking for first 100 cars, meal deals, finest clinicians, breathtaking competitions and terrific shopping highlight this stellar event!

Horse Expo Pomona promises to be a fun-filled gathering of like-minded horse enthusiasts February 2-4, 2012 (Thursday-Saturday) at the Fairplex in Pomona. This event will be like no other that’s ever been presented in Southern California.

“It’s fairly obvious to the horse world that we’re holding this expo on the same dates as Equine Affaire has for a decade,” comments Horse Expo Pomona founder Miki Cohen. “But what we’re bringing to these three action-packed days is really unique and festive.           

“We recognize that our Expo will be the first we’ve created in the area,” continues Cohen, “but we have an incredible track record of bringing the ever-popular Horse Expo to Sacramento for over a decade — which people love.

“Now that we’ve decided to expand and present a world-class Expo in Pomona, we want people to really feel welcomed, entertained and educated. In fact, we’re offering free parking for the first 100 cars each day, hearty meals for only $7, and our Expo Bucks will give you $3 off admission. So people can come armed with an Expo Buck and get entrance admission and all three meals for only $36,” continues Cohen. “What a great deal!”

One thing that stands out in the staging of this new event is the expansive presentation of horse trailers. They’ll all be displayed outside, where you can kick tires and poke your head into the living quarter models. In fact, there will even be trailer trade-in opportunities, financing, and a trailer service area. The horse trailer display will be huge, much like what Sacramento’s Horse Expo offers, including trucks, ATVs, barns, corrals and tractors.

Attendees can stroll through outdoor vendor booths on their path to the various arenas where competitions and demonstrations take place each day and on Friday and Saturday nights. A variety of horse breeds can be admired along the way.

“We know that shopping is a significant reason why people gather together at horse expos,” smiles Cohen. “We’re creating a new, friendly atmosphere for people to talk to vendors and view their products. For a lot of people, this will be like a family reunion, and it’s the same for the vendors too. It’s exciting to see familiar faces and new products. The new vendor areas — some outdoors — will accompany our plans for different arena layouts. It’s a whole new event in just about every way possible, and we’re really excited about it! And I know attendees will be over-the-moon thrilled about all the activities at the Expo — competitions and demonstrations by the best in the business.”

Horse Expo Pomona will welcome horse enthusiasts Thursday – Saturday, February 2-4, 2012 (no event on Sunday so you can watch the Super Bowl!). And remember to download your Expo Bucks on-line (http://www.horseexpoevents.com/) for a $3 discount on admission tickets — and come early so you can be one of the first 100 cars to get free parking!

For more information about this exciting event, visit http://www.horseexpoevents.com/.
 

Update on Chance: Chance has found a home!!!

Chance is Free to Good Home, Please Call 805-929-3209  in Nipomo  or email kippps@aol.com

Please help us find Chance a home!

• He was registered as a POA, but grew a few inches more than the standard, at least 14 hands, if not a little more.
• He is an Arabian and Appaloosa mix.
• He is about 14 years old, and in good health except for a little arthritis in his left hind leg. He will let you lift and check all but that one.
• He had been fully trained, but has not been worked or ridden for a long time.
• He would require a light weight rider, and would benefit from gentle exercise to moderate exercise, but is no longer fit to be run hard or taken on long distance rides, or jumping.

Wahl^® Partners With HorseChannel^® to Launch a Cutting-Edge Grooming College

College offers horse enthusiasts the unique opportunity to earn a diploma in grooming

Irvine, Calif., May 26, 2011 – The first semester of Horse Grooming College has commenced, but it’s not too late to register athttp://www.HorseChannel.com/GroomingCollege. The program runs through February 29, 2012.

Horse Grooming College, sponsored by Wahl Clipper Corp., is a partnership with Horse Illustrated^® magazine, the leading all-breed, all-discipline equine publication, and http://www.HorseChannel.com, the premier online destination for horse enthusiasts, to provide a unique interactive educational opportunity for horse owners to brush up on their grooming skills. Horse Grooming College is open to anyone with an interest in equine grooming and is completely free.

Horse Grooming College is a 10- month program with a comprehensive curriculum that includes coursework on clipping techniques, bathing tactics, western and English show grooming, sport horse styling and more.  Each course includes a reading assignment and other materials that will help prepare students for the quiz necessary to pass each class.

“Horse owners take real pride in their horse’s appearance,” said Elizabeth Moyer, dean of Horse Grooming College and editor of Horse Illustrated and HorseChannel.com. “Each month, we’ll offer grooming tips and techniques from the experts that all riders can use to improve their grooming skills and make their horses look show-ring ready.”

To graduate, students must complete all 10 courses and receive a score of 60% in each course.  Each qualifying graduate will receive a diploma and be entered in a drawing to win clippers from Wahl and download coupons for Wahl products.

To schedule an interview with the editor, contact Lisa MacDonald, director of marketing, at 949-855-8822, ext. 3345.

About BowTie, Inc.

BowTie, Inc. is the leader in special-interest pet magazines, trade magazines, books and websites dedicated to pet-loving consumers, pet-supply retailers, veterinarians, breeders and pet professionals worldwide. Divisions of BowTie, Inc. include BowTie Magazines, BowTie Press, BowTie News, Thoroughbred Times Company, Global Distribution Services and http://www.AnimalNetwork.com.

“Made In The USA” Section To be Included In The 2012 The Horse Industry Resource Guide

Any equine product that is made in America will be included for free in a special “Made In The USA” section of the 2012 The Horse Industry Resource Guide.

Horse product manufacturers have until October 1, 2011 to get their information for inclusion in the section for next year’s guide.

The Horse Industry Resource Guide, which in 2011 included more than 100,000 horse businesses, product manufacturers, horse trainers, vets, etc. is digitally published each year by One Horse Press.  It includes a national section featuring horse products, services, and breed and show organizations.  The “state” section includes services ranging from tack shops and feed stores to horse trainers and boarding stables.

“As horse owners we can help our economy by purchasing products for our horses that are made in the USA,” says Laurie Cerny, owner of One Horse Press.  “Many of us longtime horse owners continue to spend a decent amount of money on our horses.  By purchasing tack, clothing, and horse products that are made in America we can use our horse habit to help keep jobs here in the United States.”

The section will be in addition to the basic business listings in the guide.  A basic business listing, which includes the business name, phone number, and address is free.  In addition, upgraded listings are available for just $10 for a bolded listing that includes an email address and web site, or $20 for 75 words of descriptive text.

For more information about The Horse Industry Resource Guide call (269) 657-3842, or go to https://sites.google.com/site/thehorseindustryresourceguide/ . An inclusion form for the “Made In The USA” section can be downloaded from the site.

1996 Trails West Santa Fe 3 horse slant load, gooseneck, dressing room with extras; tack room in back with swingout saddle rack. 2 back tires new. New water filler cap & hose. New battery.

Asking $8500. cash. Call 661/ 942-8816 or email  kaybrickner@yahoo.com

I am looking for a two horse slant load trailer.

If anyone has one that they would like to sell,

or knows of any for sale, please shoot me an email!

Thank you.  Julie ( julhilton@yahoo.com)

4 horse Warmblood size horse trailer. Height min. 7’6″. Ramps.  Slant or straight load. Age not a factor but no stock trailers.

Call 805/878-2326 or 805/238-2729

 
Irvine, Calif., November 29, 2011 – HorseChannel.com’s Horse Grooming College, sponsored by Wahl Clipper Corp., is under way, but it’s not too late to register at http://www.HorseChannel.com/GroomingCollege.
 
The program runs until May 2012.  Upcoming courses include cold-weather bathing alternatives, mane and tail care, sport horse styling, and equine skin problems.
 
Horse Grooming College provides a unique interactive educational opportunity for horse owners to brush up on their grooming skills. Open to anyone with an interest in equine grooming, Horse Grooming College is free and is a partnership between Wahl Clipper Corp. (http://www.wahl.com/), Horse Illustrated® magazine (http://www.horseillustrated.com/), the leading all-breed, all-discipline equine publication, and HorseChannel.com (http://www.horsechannel.com/), the premier online destination for horse enthusiasts.
 
Horse Grooming College is a 13-month program with a comprehensive curriculum that includes helpful tips and techniques for every aspect of equine grooming.  Each course includes a reading assignment and other materials that will help prepare students for the quiz necessary to pass each class.
 
“Horse owners take pride in making sure their horses are well groomed and looking their best,” said Elizabeth Moyer, dean of Horse Grooming College and editor of Horse Illustrated and Horse Channel.com. “Horse Grooming College provides the basic grooming skills every horse owner needs, plus expert tips for show grooming, seasonal care and more.”
 
To graduate, students must complete all 13 courses and receive a score of at least 60% in each course.  Each qualifying graduate will receive a diploma and be entered in a drawing to win clippers from Wahl and download coupons for Wahl products.

By Caitlin Cannon

It was a sunny and clear morning for the opening day of the first ever Horsemen’s Reunion held at the Mid-State Fairgrounds in Paso Robles, California. The event, organized by Cathie and Rowley Twisselman of Flying T Quarter Horses, featured twenty cowboys from around the world starting forty unbroken two and three-year-old Quarter Horses.

Unlike most colt starting demonstrations and competitions, which last less than three days and are often judged, the Reunion lasted a full week and was non-competitive. The event was advertised as a display of excellent horsemanship rather than a race to see who could start a young horse the fastest. Each trainer received two colts at random and ninety minutes of time each day to transform them into working cow horses. The horses, bred and raised by the Twisselmans, had been halter broken as yearlings to allow veterinary care but were otherwise previously unhandled. At the end of the week the horses were auctioned off.

In spite of the longer time frame there was a remarkable amount of stress put on the young horses on the first day of training, and many of the colts bucked and fought their trainers. Quite a few of the trainers relied on old-school methods of colt breaking such as hobbling or lassoing a rear hoof in order to prevent the colt from moving while they were aggressively sacked out with tarps or plastic bags. Although all of the colts were saddled and ridden on their first day many of the colts seemed overwhelmed by the intensity and more than one ended the day still fighting the trainer.

Despite the varied geographic origin of the horsemen participating in the event the training methods used were for the most part remarkably uniform. This no doubt resulted from the influence of Ray Hunt and Tom Dorrance who trained or influenced most of the trainers present.

The event was an interesting look into the world of cowboy colt starting but to the untrained eye the horse training methods did not seem particularly different from the standard. Next year it would be wonderful to see a wider variety of training methods as well as some women colt starters!

Caitlin Cannon is a lifelong horse lover and a talented photographer/videographer. Check out her work at PurpleMockingbird.com.

2012 issue celebrates its 15-year anniversary with a how-to guide to horse shopping
 
Irvine, Calif., August 26, 2011 — Horses USA, the complete guide to buying and caring for a horse, provides tips on purchasing your first horse in its 15-year anniversary edition. 
 
“Developing the skills to ride, handle and care for horses is a continuous learning process, but a solid foundation is absolutely essential. For 15 years, we’ve been helping new horse owners get started on the right hoof,” said Horses USA Editor Elizabeth Moyer.
 
Points to consider before buying a horse include:  

Can you provide a proper home? – Horses need safe and appropriate housing, so owners must decide whether   to use a boarding stable or setting up horsekeeping on their own property.
 
Have you explored the less glamorous aspects of horse care? –For every hour spent in the saddle, there are probably two or three devoted to taking care of your mount, and more if you are maintaining horse property – and these chores don’t take weekends and holidays off. If you’re new to horse ownership and care, it’s important to understand what’s involved.
 
Can you really afford a horse? – In addition to budgeting for routine expenses such as feed and farrier care, first-time horse owners need to be prepared for the costs of unexpected veterinary visits, miscellaneous horse care supplies and more. New horse owners will need to get outfitted with basic tack and equipment, adding to start-up costs.  Riding instruction should also be considered a smart investment to get off to a good start with a new equine partner.
 
Do you have time for this? – Horse ownership is time consuming. Potential horse owners should consider how they can manage the demands of a job, family, friends and finances and still be a great horse owner.
 
The complete article on buying your first horse, titled “Shop Right – A How-to Guide for Horse Shoppers” is part of Horses USA’s 15-year anniversary issue.  To read the full article, pick up the 2012 edition of Horses USA, on newsstands or online at http://www.HorseChannel.com/HorseUSA2012 beginning August 23, 2011. 
 
Horses USA is produced by the editors of Horse Illustrated® magazine (http://www.horseillustrated.com/) and Horsechannel.com (http://horsechannel.com/). Horse Illustrated is the largest all-breed, all-discipline horse magazine and has been published for over 35 years.  HorseChannel.com is an online community where horse lovers come for reliable information in an interactive, educational and entertaining environment.
 
For questions about the magazine, contact Lisa MacDonald, marketing director, at 949-855-8822, ext. 3345.

The excitement is building for our “Faux Diamond” Neil Diamond tribute concert on Saturday, August 21 starting at 7:30 PM.  The concert, showcasing Dr Dave Ramsey’s amazing talent and featuring dancing, wine pouring by Vista Del Rey Vineyards, desserts catered by N2 Events, a dynamite opening act and more will be held at the Sanctuary, 6275 Cerros Pioneros Way, San Miguel 93451.  Donation is only $25 for a night of unforgettable music and fun (close your eyes and you’d swear Neil was there singing to you).  Contact Ramey 805/712-3109 for more information.  Ticket reservations available now (checks payable to HEAVEN CAN WAIT, mailed to P.O. Box 2943, Paso Robles 93447).  Donation will be $30 at the door, so order now.  Remember to include your contact info!
   

It’s not uncommon for horse owners to select hay simply based on what looks “good”, or the recommendations of others, or what’s available at the local feed store. How can you learn what’s really in that hay? Is it going to provide proper nutrition for your horse’s needs? Clair Thunes, PhD, shows you how to take a hay sample to send to a lab for nutritional analysis. In addition to being an independent equine nutritionist, Dr. Thunes is a certified hay sampler with the National Forage Hay Testing Association. In her Summit Equine Nutrition program, she has worked with a wide range of horses from lactating mares to competitive driving horses, and with a variety of physiological problems including insulin resistance and muscle myopathies. Dr. Thunes believes in finding the right balance in the horse’s diet for optimal performance. Contact Dr. Thunes at http://www.summit-equine.com/.

View this high-definition video at http://www.bayequest.info/2minvideo/117.htm.

Marcly Farms Equestrian Center is holding their first Hunter Jumper Show of the year on April 17, 2011.  We are pleased to have Gary Yettner from Los Angeles as our judge.  A $200 gift certificate to Dover Saddlery will be offered to the high point 4-rider pony club team, along with 4 – $100 jumper classes.  New year end adult and junior high point will also be awarded at the end of the year.

Click on www.marclyfarm.com and follow the link to download the prize list and entry form.

1409 Banneker Place
Nipomo, CA  93444

Kelly  (805)310-2555

Paso Robles

805-467-3411

Time to get out on the trails and enjoy the spring wildflowers.

Hazard Horse Camp has 2 sites (Madrone and Oak) for groups up to 50 people and 4 family camp sites for up to 8 people. Montaña de Oro has pit toilets and no hook-ups. All campers must haul out own trash and muck-out stalls. There is water for horses only, campers must bring own potable water. No dogs are allowed on the trails.

Here’s the beautiful video of our horse camp & trails at Montana de Oro that inspired this post:

And a cool map!

Los Osos

805-234-0578

805 481-8154, cell 805-558-8301

449 Aurelia Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

Blankets are individually washed. Items returned in 10 days or less.

805-929-3209

Templeton

805-712-0671

Templeton

805-466-7787

Any questions call (805)238-4411 or email at  admin@twcccc.org.

http://www.mothersdayfashionshow.org/

805-239-9260

San Luis Obispo

805-235-5926

805-466-9800

Arroyo Grande

805-540-4484

All disciplines. Youth and amateur riders from 5-55+! Equitation, Show coaching, Summer camps, Safe lesson horses, Professional facility, The Wagner Ranch in Arroyo Grande.

805-451-2757

Combining a horsemanship focus with awareness in balanced riding that is effective for all ages of horse owners and breeds.

Nipomo

805-451-2757

Horse, and pet sitting has complimented my reputable mobile horse training business since 1981. Phone calls returned promptly.

Arroyo Grande

805-481-3758

Paso Robles

805-239-4677

MEET PROFESSIONAL POLO PLAYER

KRISTY OUTHIER ON EQUINEVIP

Houston, TX –  EquineVIP traveled to Texas to film professional polo player, Kristy Outhier, in this month’s episode. Kristy shares advice about what it takes to be a female polo player and why her horses set a healthy standard of excellence.

www.EquineVIP.com covers all disciplines of riding and horses, because “If It’s About Horses, We Cover It.”

For more information:

Susan@equineVIP.com

310 953-1745

Christian couple is looking for a small plot of land to relocate our very sweet and adorable mini ponies. We have 11 total. Our dream is to use them to mend the hearts of broken children. We can exchange our labor for your land. We are very honest and hard working. Please call Jesse and Joni at (805)441-4265

Los Osos

805-528-0961

Creston

805-238-9948

San Miguel

805-467-2848

San Luis Obispo

805-544-5227

Paso Robles

805-237-8476

San Luis Obispo

Katie Kopensky

858-705-4203

Nipomo

805-929-5728

Long Riders Gear was formed in 1996 during the time company owner, Tracy Bailey, competed in competitive trail and endurance riding. Located in Atascadero, Long Riders Gear has a local store as well as a robust website known internationally to endurance riders. It offers a wide selection of quality, reasonably priced equine products including horse tack, riding apparel, horse trailer gear, and gifts… for everyone from the competitive long distance horse and rider to pleasure trail riders, worldwide. Experienced trail riders, “The Gals” (Tracy and her staff of friendly horse folks) have the background to cater to each customer’s individual needs.

Long Riders Gear

9965 El Camino Real, Suite G

Atascadero, CA 93422

805.464.2121

thegals@longridersgear.com

Toll free 888.420.GEAR or 805.464.2121

805-929-5357

Paso Robles

805-239-2279

Templeton

805-434-9790

PARK CLOSED Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

PARK OPEN FOR ALL USERS*

Friday, Saturday and Sunday

9:00 to 5:00 p.m.

*Hiking, Cycling and Horseback riding!

User Fee Update:

The new user access fees will go into effect on November 1, 2010. The daily access fee is $3.00 for adults (16 & up); $1.50 seniors over 62 yrs.; youth 15 yrs and under are free. Single visit group rate is $10 for up to 6 persons at one visit. An annual pass good for one year from purchase and will allow access for up to 6 guests at a time; is for sale at $45.00.

City of Santa Maria residents and owners of businesses located within the City of Santa Maria are entitled to free access to the park. Address verification will be required upon registration at the park’s visitor center. All non-City of Santa Maria residents holding a current access card will be allowed free access for one year from the date the card was originally issued. For additional information on Los Flores Ranch Recreation Open Space call 925-0951 ext. 260 or visit Los Flores Ranch on the City of Santa Maria

website at www.ci.santa-maria.ca.us

From: Susan Tuttle  callsusan411@verizon.net

The council approved on this fee structure for Los Flores Ranch:
The Park will have a fee in place hopefully by September 1st, 2010. The fee will be for all non Santa Maria residents. Anyone who lives in Santa Maria is FREE. All Docents are FREE. Anyone who cannot prove they are Santa Maria resident will have the following fee prices.

Single adult over 16 – $3.
Child under 16- Free
Seniors 62 yrs + – $1.50
Annual Family Pass – $45

This is what the City Council came up with and how the fee structure will go. We are trying to recruit as many docents as possible. If you know anyone who is interested please have them call 925-0951 ext. 985 and leave a message. We will contact them ASAP about the next training. Also, with this new fee we are planning on changing the park hours so that the park is open longer. We are planning on changing the hours to 7:30am – 7:30pm during the longer daylight hours and from 9am to 5:00pm during the winter early darkness days. With this change is when we are planning on adding the new trails as well. So it will happen very soon.

For more information on the park  http://ow.ly/2pP3e

Los Osos

805-528-0559

Nipomo

805-929-0911

Los Padres Trail Riders Tack and Tog Sale
Saturday April 2, 2011
9:30 am -3:30 pm

Earl Warren Showgrounds
Admittance $5
Sellers $30 advance(specify table or floor)
$40 at the door (floor only)
Helpers $4 Chairs $1 each
Sellers agree to the following:
Set up 8:00 am – 9:30 am.
No selling or buying before 9:30 am.
No alcohol or livestock on grounds.
Send check made to LPTR and bottom portion of flyer to:
Los Padres Trail Riders
PO Box 323, Santa Barbara, CA 93102
or drop GOOD condition items for donation at
La Cumbre Feed, 3653 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA.
Questions? Call Barbara 805 455-4113

Pat Parelli talks about the recent Horsemen’s Reunion gathering in Paso Robles.

World’s Smartest Horse Grabs a Guinness

Walnut, California— Lukas (http://www.playingwithlukas.com), the World’s Smartest Horse (according to the World Records Academy) andGuinness World Record Holder (“Most numbers correctly identified by a horse in one minute: 19”), has been featured in Caters! Caters news is the United Kingdom’s leading independent photo and news source and is widely recognized as “The oldest and most established press agency specializing in all the big stories and events across the globe.”

THAT’S HORSE SENSE! WORLD’S BRAINIEST HORSE CAN COUNT

By Tammy Hughes

Meet Lukas, a world record-breaking nag, who brings a new meaning to the phrase horse sense. This 19-year-old chestnut Thoroughbred can fetch, sit, rear, and even COUNT on command. Last year Lukas smashed the Guinness world record for the amount of numbers correctly identified by a horse in one minute. He managed a whopping 19 right to the delight of devoted owner Karen Murdock.

Karen, from California, adopted Lukas 10 years ago after he was rescued from his owner’s littered backyard. She said, “He was a racehorse but he didn’t win anything so he was given away. He ended up in someone’s back yard, a bag of bones, with no grazing and very little space. He was eventually rescued and I saw him advertised in the local newspaper. I’ve always loved horseback riding and I wanted to be able to jump and compete at shows. From the start I could tell Lukas was intelligent; he figured out that it was much easier to go around the jumps than go over them.”

Her dreams of shows and ribbons dashed, Karen decided not to give up on Lukas and began to train him in obedience. According to Karen, “I was sent to live with a foster family when I was 14, so I’ve got a strong sense of responsibility when it comes to people or animals in my care.” Lukas much preferred obedience training to being ridden and he took to it straight away. Karen states, “His attention span was amazing and I quickly taught him to come, rear and even sit on command.” Then using a method of repetition, she began to teach him to tell the difference between various shapes and even numbers. Karen, who lives with her husband Doug, expressed that her partner and daughter, Angela, are very supportive of her special relationship with Lukas. “I think they love the way we are such close friends. I see Lukas every day and spend a number of hours with him; I couldn’t imagine my life without him.”

San Miguel

805 467-9204

San Luis Obispo

805-544-0488

Harmony

909-241-6334

Nipomo

805-310-2555

From Marcus and Kelly Greene:

“Mark your calendar for Sunday, August 29, 2010, for Marcly Farms Equestrian Center’s summer show.  We are pleased to announce that Gary Yettner will be our visiting judge from Los Angeles.  We are also adding 4 new flat classes and an exciting 4-bar competition with a prize pot of $150.00.  Whether you are competing or spectating, don’t miss out.  Please email any questions you have to Kelly Greene.  You can also visit our website at www.marclyfarm.com to download the prizelist and entry and stay up to date on all of our activities, including Nipomo’s new Mesa Meadows Pony Club.  See you in August, Kelly and Marcus.”

Ranch broke 4 year old mare for sale. Team pens and sorts, and has incredible endurance.  She is registered quarter horse and is easy to work with. Asking $4500.

Bob Marshal treeless saddle. It is a 15″, and super light weight in like new condition.

Call Julie at 305-7136 or email  julhilton@yahoo.com if interested.

Submitted by Beth Wonson

Well-known Colorado based horseman, Mark Rashid (www.MarkRashid.com) led a three-day clinic on High Mountain Road in Arroyo Grande this week.  The clinic held at the ranch of Anita Parra included participants from as far away as British Columbia and others who simply walked their horse across the meadow from the ranch next door. Attendees came with wide a range of challenges and concerns that they hoped would be resolved through three days of one-on-one sessions with Rashid.

Participants included a former competitive equestrian re-learning to ride again after recovering from a broken pelvis suffered in a non-horse related accident.  A teenaged boy and his grandfather worked on calming their skittish, untrusting mare. A 20-year-old Arabian who hadn’t been handled in 18 years and her owner learned effective groundwork. Rashid told observers that had his wife been with him, she would want to take the sweet mare back to Colorado. “Just what we need, another horse”, Rashid joked as he lovingly stroked her neck.

Rashid’s humor, calm manner and easygoing disposition compliment his technique and philosophy for working with horses.  “Considering the Horse” a title of one of Rashid’s books, was a key message point to participants seeking improvement.

Rashid is one of several well-known trainers who travel to the Central Coast each year providing clinics.  The cost to participate in a series of one-on-one sessions over three days was $595.  The cost to audit/observe was $30 per day.

Paso Robles

805-221-5738

San Luis Obispo

805-543-2933

Paso Robles, CA – “First Lady of American Dressage”, Debbie McDonald, has too many accomplishments to mention.  McDonald and the Hanoverian mare, Brentina, began by winning the Individual and Team Gold medals at the 1999 Pan American Games.  In honor of this achievement, Ms. McDonald was named the 1999 Equestrian of the Year by the USEF (United States Equestrian Federation) and the US Olympic Committee (USOC).  Later McDonald become the first American rider to win the Dressage World Cup, win a team silver and team bronze at the 2002 and 2006 World Equestrian Games and team bronze and individual fourth at the Athens Olympics.

Not one to rest of her laurels, Ms. McDonald, was named the U.S. Equestrian Federation’s Developing Dressage Coach, a role designed to identify and cultivate future US Dressage competitors.  Watch Equine VIP’s interview with this amazing woman!

www.EquineVIP.com  covers all disciplines of riding and horses, because

“If It’s About Horses, We Cover It.”

For more information:

Susan@equineVIP.com

310 953-1745

Arroyo Grande

Morgan Sport & Show Horses for the Competitive Owner and Rider

Breeding Stock for the Quality Morgan Breeder

Family and Pleasure Horses for the Morgan Enthusiast

805-473-2356

Nipomo

805-343-9709

Morro Bay

805-459-8670

San Luis Obispo

Horse Training and Lessons

Reining, cow horse, general horsemanship

(805)801-7166

Atascadero

805-610-0879

San Luis Obispo

805-235-3834

Huge Multiple Family Garage Sale!

When:  April 2nd Sat, from 8 am-4 pm

Where:  Santa Rosa Park on Santa Rosa St, SLO

Benefits: Quality high priced items at giveaway prices.  Everything from clothes, electronics, cookwear, kids stuff, furniture, household items, tools, horse riding gear and tack, and much more.  Don’t miss this event everything must sell.

Events:  Pony Rides (free to Millers riders), Free Raffle Ticket with purchase, Bake Sale, Free Coffee.

Watch the money thermometer fill up as we meet the following goals for our fundraiser:

1.       Supplemental  feed for Jubilee, Chester, Blackie, Eddie, Bella for 6 month – $1000.00

2.       Vaccinations – for 20 horses – $1000.00

3.        10 Camp Scholarships – $2000.00

4.       Money for college scholarship program offered by Millers – $2000.00

Is your storage unit, garage or house in need of a good cleaning?
Do you want a tax write off for your goods?
Then you can donate your items to Miller’s Garage Sale by dropping your items off or scheduling a pick up.  Help us get donations by telling your friends, family, church group, work team….. about our sale and do not forget to mention they get a tax deductible receipt.

Drop Off days:  between 2-7pm or by appt.  March 12-13th, March 21-27 drop off ends the 27th.

Pick Up days:  between 10 am & 2 pm – March 7th, 14th, 24th

We are also looking for volunteers and baked items for this event.  Tell us if you have big items.

P.S. Note my change in e-mail to Millersorg@yahoo.com

Thank You,
Michele Miller
Miller’s Equestrian Center and Sanctuary
PO Box 14254
SLO, CA 93406
www.millersecs.org
805-235-3834

Arroyo Grande

805-474-6937

Please come out this Saturday and help continue to help maintain our multi-use trails in Montana de Oro State Park.

Monty Roberts Honored Privately by the Queen for Service to the Royal Family

Award for Service to Her Majesty’s Racing Establishment bestowed upon Monty Roberts

England (June 11, 2011) – LEGENDARY “Horse Whisperer” Monty Roberts, 76, was honored privately by the Queen for service to the Royal Family and Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, for his service to the racing establishment.

The American trainer, whose gentle techniques are based on the silent language of horses, was made an honorary Member of the Royal Victorian Order. The Royal Victorian Order is given by the Queen to people who have served her or the monarchy in a personal way. In 1989, the Queen Mother was reduced to tears after Roberts managed to tame her wildest horse. Roberts has been involved with some aspects of the monarchy’s horses ever since.

Responding to the experience, Roberts said: “The ball is in my court now and it is my obligation to continue to earn the respect that my supporters have given me over this past 22 years since first meeting Her Majesty in 1989.”

In the early 1990s Roberts toured England at the behest of the Queen to demonstrate his methods. The novel The Horse Whisperer was being written in England during this time. In 1996, nearly simultaneously, Mr. Roberts’ autobiography The Man Who Listens to Horses and the novel The Horse Whisperer were published in England and immediately became bestsellers in non-fiction and fiction categories, respectively. Both books also became bestsellers in the United States the following year. Roberts’ autobiography remained on the bestsellers list for 58 weeks competing with books such as Angela’s Ashes, Tuesdays with Morrie as well as the many books published after Princess Diana’s sudden death.

Monty Roberts has announced several upcoming clinics in California; rare appearances in the past few years. Roberts spends about 300 days per year touring worldwide to live audiences interested in his renowned concepts of gentle horse training. He has toured continually since the release of his first book The Man Who Listens to Horses, a New York Times bestseller in 1996.

Roberts has revolutionized the way many horses are trained today worldwide. His Flag Is Up Farms in Solvang, California, is a highlight in the newly published book, Stables, by Kathryn Masson from Rizzoli Press for which a book signing will be held in Santa Barbara June 11. Flag Is Up Farms is world renowned for developing and maintaining the Join-Up International teaching of force-free horse training.

On May 24-26, Roberts will teach a three day clinic, RIDING WITH RESPECT: striving for performance from your horse through non-violent training. This is the first ridden clinic given by Roberts at Flag Is Up Farms in over 10 years. Riders from all levels will learn Monty’s perspective of understanding the horse’s generous nature. All disciplines and types of horses are attending.

Roberts has been a supporter of the nearby Light Hands Horsemanship clinic and will appear there for a demonstration on May 22 with his champion reining cow horse Nice Chrome. Roberts will besharing the expertise that enables him to win nine world’s championships in the show ring.

In August, Roberts will personally teach and demonstrate over five intensive days with a cross section of breeds exhibiting training challenges such as bucking, bolting and biting. The August 16-20 clinic will also be held on Flag Is Up Farms in Solvang, California. Roberts holds several degrees including two doctorates in behavioral sciences. This course is offered to people from all over the world who wish to learn from a master educator.
MONTY ROBERTS first gained widespread fame with the release of his New York Times Best Selling book, The Man Who Listens To Horses; a chronicle of his life and development of his non-violent horse training methods called Join-Up®. Monty grew up on a working horse farm as a firsthand witness to traditional, often violent methods of horse training and breaking the spirit with an abusive hand. Rejecting that, he went on to win nine world’s championships in the show ring. Today, Monty’s goal is to share his message that “Violence is never the answer.” Roberts has been encouraged by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and also by receiving the ASPCA “Founders” award and the MSPCA George T. Angell Humanitarian Award.

Join-Up® philosophies can be seen at work with both humans and horses across the world, from farms to major corporations. To learn more about Monty Roberts or the many applications of his Join-Up training methods, visitwww.MontyRoberts.com or contact debbie@montyroberts.com, 949-632-1856

Riding with Respect, May 24-26, 2010. HOURS: 9:45 am – 5 pm each day, lunch included. Cost for three days is $900 (plus $25/day boarding fee) to attend with your own horse; or rent a horse for additional fee of $60/day. Auditing (non ridden) is $150 per day. Participants receive a free copy of From My Hands to Yours, and a one-year subscription to Equus Online University. Email info@join-up.org or call 805-688 3483 www.MontyRoberts.com

Paso Robles

805-226-2859

Mustang / Mustang mix (possibly Spanish Barb or Andalusian ancestry).

Bay, gelding.  About 20-22 y/o. 15h.

Great comfy & ‘cushy’ ride. Always healthy, no injuries. Has incredible hoofs and bone!

Would make a great endurance horse due to comfort, energy, and ground covering stride.

Wilson is standing around getting bored because I cannot use him in my children’s outreach program.

My students have special needs and require a “DEAD BROKE” horse. Definately not Wilson!

I can’t afford to keep him as my program takes every dime I can find.

I have been working with Wilson, but I finally admit, he will never be a ‘lesson’ horse.

Wilson needs a confident rider as he is insecure.

He is getting cranky from not getting worked.

He would be a good companion horse because he is very social.

He loves to give and get attention. Please help me find a good home for him!

Denise: 805-489-8534

Join us Saturday, November 20th
for a screening of “The Misfits” and a sneak preview of
“Wild Horses” a Carivintâs exclusive wine series.

The series features a 3 Pack of holiday wine, each with a fine art label of Return to Freedom’s wild horses beautifully photographed by Kimerlee Curyl. Proceeds benefit Return to Freedom (RTF).
 
Attend the movie night and be the first to view these beautiful bottles and sign up for the first shipment, due mid-December and just in time for your holiday entertaining or gift giving.

There will be a raffle, light refreshments and Kimerlee Curyl’s fine art wild horse photography on display and available for sale. 

~ Movie Playing All Day ~
Reception with the Wine Makers, RTF Founder and Artist Kimerlee Curyl
5:00pm – 9:00pm
Carivintâs Tasting Room
476 1st St, Solvang, CA 93464
(805) 593-4331
www.returntofreedom.org     www.carivintas.com     www.kimerleecuryl.com

The Turn on the Forehand, Half Halt and Leg Yield Dressage Movements

Boulder, Colo., May 1, 2012 – MyHorse Daily, a new online community featuring daily articles from industry experts, how-to videos and horse care tips, announces the release of a new free guide for equestrians:Dressage Moves: The Turn on the Forehand, Half Halt and Leg Yield Dressage Movements. MyHorse Daily members may download the guide for free at http://myhorse.com/free-guides/dressage-moves-the-turn-on-the-forehand-half-halt-and-leg-yield-dressage-movements.

Dressage is a French term that simply means “training.” Today, competitive dressage at the highest levels is an art that has often been compared to ballet.  At its most basic levels, however, dressage teaches rhythm, balance and soft forward movement which provides a foundation for any well-schooled horse and rider in any discipline, from hunter-jumper to reining and more.

In the new free guide Dressage Moves: The Turn on the Forehand, Half Halt and Leg Yield Dressage Movements, you will learn how to correctly perform three elementary dressage movements with everyday riding applications. Detailed in the guide are the turn on the forehand, half halt and leg yield, with easy-to-follow pictures and instructions so you can effectively incorporate these movements into your current training regimen.

This guide is free to MyHorse Daily members and is an invaluable resource for all horse owners and equestrians. Sign up for a free MyHorse Daily membership and download Dressage Moves: The Turn on the Forehand, Half Halt and Leg Yield Dressage Movement at http://myhorse.com/free-guides/dressage-moves-the-turn-on-the-forehand-half-halt-and-leg-yield-dressage-movements.

About the Equine Network

The Equine Network provides, creates and distributes relevant content and services to passionate horse enthusiasts while connecting them to each other and the marketplace. The Equine Network is the publisher of award-winning magazines Horse&Rider, EQUUS, Dressage Today, The Trail Rider, Spin To Win Rodeo, American Cowboy, Practical Horsemanand Horse Journal. The Equine Network also publishes a proprietary line of books and DVDs for sale through its store, HorseBooksEtc.com. The Equine Network provides emergency roadside assistance for equestrians through its recent acquisition of USRider, and is home to several websites, including: 

EquiSearch.com

Equine.com 

MyHorseDaily.com

DiscoverHorses.com

 AmericanCowboy.com and 

Horse-Journal.com

805-467-2359

Fort Worth, Texas — The National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame has received two national awards for its distance-learning program, the 2010-2011 Pinnacle Award from the Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration (CILC) and the 2011 Teachers’ Choice Award from the Berrien Regional Education Service Agency for the second year in a row.

 
For the 2010-11 school year, the Cowgirl Museum was one of the 25 distance-learning providers in the United States to receive the coveted Pinnacle Award and the only recipient in Texas. This is the first year for the museum to receive the award, having received honorable mention in 2010.

 
Through its 26 distance-learning programs, the Cowgirl Museum reached 16,963 students in 2011 (a 75% increase over the last school year) via 435 distance-learning program sites— more than any other content provider through the Connect 2 Texas program, sponsored by the Texas Education Agency. The museum also provided 91 classes to students in other states and four classes to international audiences. Listed on the museum’s web site at http://www.cowgirl.net/ are the programs available to elementary and secondary schools and other organizations. Each program lasts 45 minutes. For information, contact Cindi Collins, school services director of the Cowgirl Museum, at 817-509-8697.

 
“We are extremely proud of our school services staff and programs” said Patricia Riley, the museum’s executive director. “These awards bring validation to what we already knew. Reaching out in this medium is a key part of our mission and deserves this recognition. This and the other educational services we offer will continue to grow.”
 
About the Pinnacle Award

The Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration (http://www.cilc.org/), established in 1994, is an Indiana-based not-for-profit organization specializing in access to applications and the utilization of videoconferencing for live interactive content and professional development, as well as web-based collaborative learning environments for K-20 education. CILC provides consulting expertise in videoconferencing, integration, problem-based learning products, school-community partnerships and effective techniques for the delivery and development of quality programs.

 
The CILC’s Pinnacle Award is presented annually to organizations posting outstanding K-12 standards-based interactive videoconferencing programs to http://www.cilc.org/. To qualify for the award, the provider must receive a minimum 2.85 average score out of a possible 3 on its program evaluations from educators during the school year. The evaluation assesses seven areas, two related to the effectiveness of the presenter and five related to the educational content of the program. All content posted to http://www.cilc.org/ by Pinnacle Award winners is marked with the CILC flame.

 
About the Teachers’ Favorite Award

The Berrien Regional Education Service Agency, the cooperative based in Michigan’s Berrien County, maintains a content provider database with a listing of videoconferencing resources. For its annual Teachers’ Favorite Awards, educators from across the country vote to select the best content and videoconferencing service providers. (http://www.berrienresa.org/)

 
About the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame

The National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame (http://www.cowgirl.net/) honors and celebrates women, past and present, whose lives exemplify the courage, resilience, and independence that helped shape the American West and fosters an appreciation of the ideals and spirit of self-reliance they inspire. The museum, located at 1720 Gendy Street in the heart of Fort Worth’s Cultural District, is considered an invaluable national educational resource for its exhibits, research library, rare photography collection, and the honorees in its Hall of Fame.

Templeton

805-440-3633

Nipomo

805-922-9920

By Yellow Horse Marketing for HorseShow.com

HorseShow.com, the revolutionary online horse show site, announces the launch of its new Facebook game titled “Horse World”.  This innovative game is designed for horse lovers as well as fans of simulation game by replicating the “real-life” activities of building farms, managing stables, and participating in equestrian training and competition.

Similar to other wildly-popular Facebook “farming” games, with the new Horse World game players cancreate customized virtual facilities, building farms with fully functional stables complete with pastures, barns, training venues, farm equipment and custom homes, and even create communities by inviting friends to build their own farms next door.  Once stables are built, players can add horses and train them in the training venues to earn experience points, which are used to then compete in shows and races.   Credits are earned in many ways including  creating a business through boarding horses, hosting shows and/or races, as well selling  facilities, equipment and/or horses.  As in the “real” equestrian world, Horse World users can enjoy shopping for saddlery and equipment for their horses in the virtual tack store.  Players also earn achievement ribbons and credits for completing tasks and progressing through levels, as well as earn points and reward good performances by their online horses by regularly “petting” their steeds.

“We’re tremendously excited about ‘Horse World’,” said Jeff Sloan, CEO and founder of HorseShow.com.  “Players of all ages can enjoy the interactive, realistic, and simulation features of this new Facebook game that is fun whether you are a horse owner or not.”

Launched on February 3, 2012, Horse World continues to add new and exciting features, including more shows and races for all breeds and disciplines; custom colors; horse sales and breeding; plus opportunities to compete against online friends’ horses. Future partnerships with breed registries and equestrian organizations will allow for even more breed and discipline-specific elements.

To learn more about HorseShow.com‘s online features, please visit http://www.horseshow.com/ .  To join the fun with your new Horse World game, visit http://apps.facebook.com/horse-world/.

Rockin Rockies Ranch is now accepting new boarders. They offer:

• 17 Stall Barn
• Pastures with covers
• 4 horse wash rack
• Round Pen
• Trailer Parking
• Western, English and Gaited Training
• Riding Lessons

Barn Manager on site. Call Vanessa at (805)305-9311

Hallmarq Standing MRI Unit Joins Alamo Pintado

World-class equine medical center is first in the United States
to offer both standing and anesthetized equine MRI.

June 22, 2011; Los Olivos, CA — Hallmarq Veterinary Equine Imaging is proud to announce their standing MRI system has been selected to expand the extraordinary list of services offered by Alamo Pintado Equine Medical Center, one of the foremost equine medical centers in the world.

Some 4,000 horses come to Alamo Pintado each year, often as many as 30 arrive in just one day. Their owners come seeking treatment for a wide range of issues, from lameness to intestinal surgeries.

Alamo Pintado already offers a comprehensive list of medical diagnostics and therapies, including a traditional high-field MRI that requires full anesthesia. In fact, Alamo Pintado is the first in the United States, and only the second globally, to offer both high-field and standing equine MRI. Carter Judy, DVM DACVS of Alamo Pintado said, “Our guiding mantra here at Alamo Pintado is to offer choice to our clients, which means we must offer a complete array of all the available technology, so that the ‘care team’ of owner and veterinarians can collectively treat the individual horse in the way that best fits his or her problem and situation.” In regards to having two types of MRIs, Dr. Judy explained, “We see the standing and high-field MRIs as complementary, sometimes the high-field is a better choice, but oftentimes the standing MRI is, for a variety of reasons, including rechecks, health screenings for race and performance horses that have no specific lameness, and those with potential anesthesia risks due to age, breed, and overall health. Offering both types of MRIs was simply necessary to provide a truly comprehensive array of diagnostic tools for our clients.”

The Hallmarq MRI is an outpatient procedure, with sedation similar to that used for digital radiographs or other procedure requiring a horse to stand very still. Other MRI systems require full lay-down anesthesia, with its associated risks, but may provide advantages in certain cases such as those where the lameness is in higher joints, such as the stifle.

The ideal standing MRI case is where the problem has been localized to a specific region of the leg, and radiographs have not indicated a clear diagnosis. “The closer to the ground, the less sway in a standing horse’s limb, so hoof images are approaching 100% successful (98.5%), and fetlock images are close to that (96%) with our latest system,” explained Dan Brown, a veterinarian and Business Development Director for Hallmarq. “Regions higher up the leg can be imaged, but the results will be defined by how still the horse stays under sedation. To put another set of numbers to it, we see roughly 30% of radiographs able to give accurate foot diagnoses, whereas our standing MRI system offers triple that success rate at approximately 90%.” Dr. Brown concluded, “Alamo Pintado is a highly respected equine clinic, we are honored to be added to their array of diagnostic tools.”

For more information about Alamo Pintado, please visit alamopintado.com, or call (805) 688-6510.

For more information about Hallmarq standing MRIs, including finding the one nearest you, please visit hallmarq.net or call (978) 266-1219.

Bowie, Md., – Aug 29, 2011 –  American Horse Publications (AHP) member Valerie Ormond will be a sponsor and a judge for Voice For The Horse’s first children’s writing competition this fall.  Ormond, author of Believing In Horses, invites AHP members who may have an interest in sharing the news of the competition with young writers, or who want to learn more about the project to visit  1st Annual Voice For The Horse Children’s Writing Competition ~ Subject Wild Horses.
The competition officially begins Oct 1, 2011, and runs through Dec 31, 2011, but the organization began pre-launch activity early to provide people time for thinking and research and to provide information to potential additional sponsors for this first-time competition.

This writing competition was inspired by Atticus, the Wild Stallion of Deadman Valley, British Columbia (B.C.), Canada who was captured in the winter of 2011 and rescued by CritterAid / Project Equus in the Interior of B.C.  To create awareness for the wild horse populations of the United States and the preservation of them, Voice For The Horse contacted Saving America’s Mustangs, and founder Madeleine Pickens responded with great enthusiasm for the project.  Theresa Nolet,CritterAid / Project Equus, also embraced the program and its effort to bring equine awareness to communities across the continent, to those both in and outside of the horse industry.

The competition provides unique, free, learning opportunities and the hope is that children will have the ability to share their love for horses across North America through their writing.

For more information, please visit http://www.voiceforthehorse.com/.

A Digital Home For Every Horse Offers Info, Ways to Take Action to Help Unwanted Horses: Ahomeforeveryhorse.com

Boulder, Colorado. Today, the Equine Network launched Ahomeforeveryhorse.com, a new online source for content about America’s horses in need of care and shelter. The site is part of A Home For Every Horse on Equine.com, a collaboration of The Equine Network and The American Horse Council’s Unwanted Horse Coalition designed to place, foster and sponsor America’s homeless horses.

Purina Mills, Tractor Supply Company and Weatherbeeeta U.S.A and W.F. Young Inc., makers of Absorbine, are leading sponsors of the program.

Efforts began earlier this year to solicit and post free listings for horses available for placement through nonprofit rescue organizations on Equine.com, the industry’s largest website for buying and selling horses, trailers and farms. To date, more than 450 equines in shelters across the country are listed on the site. The Equine Network is using its connection with more than 1.5 million horse owners each month to promote the program through its online and print outlets, including this new rescue information online resource.

Ahomeforeveryhorse.com includes articles about: rescue horse success stories, caring for adopted rescue horses, training adopted rescue horses, things to keep in mind if considering adopting a rescue horse and how to help make life better for America’s unwanted horses. The site links directly to the horses available for adoption through A Home for Every Horse on Equine.com.

The articles come straight from the editors of America’s leading equine publications, such as EQUUS, Practical Horseman and Horse & Rider. “We’re excited to be able to offer people who want to learn more about this critical issue one, user-friendly access point for information from trusted sources,” said Cathy Laws, Equine Network Editorial Director. “Whether they’re looking for step-by-step guidance on nourishing a rescued horse back to health from veterinary experts or simply curious about what types of volunteer opportunities may be available at a local rescue, they can learn about it at Ahomeforeveryhorse.com.”

Raven and Maverick are the two newest horses at SacredConnections. Both were very thin when they arrived and Raven was so afraid of people she was dangerous to handle. As you’ll see, they’re coming along nicely.

Nipomo

805-929-1536

San Luis Obispo

805-544-2042

805-466-8411

Paso Robles

805-238-6809

Atascadero

805-466-6607

San Luis Obispo

805-431-1104

Templeton

805-239-2236

HorseShow.com launches ‘Coolest Horse in the World’ competition with $5,000 grand prize for entry with most votes

DETROIT – Horse lovers and owners everywhere can show off their favorite horse to a worldwide audience of horse enthusiasts, and show them why their horse is the coolest in the world. HorseShow.com’s ‘Coolest Horse in the World’ is a fun, lighthearted competition with a serious prize for the winner.

The contest, which opened on Thursday, November 24, allows contestants to upload a video of their horse and to explain why their horse is the coolest. Contestants from around the world will compete for the $5,000 grand prize.

Entries will be voted on by viewers and HorseShow.com visitors, and the first entry to 5,000 votes will win $5,000. Each registered member will have the ability to vote for their favorite video once a day, for a total of up to five votes. Individuals wishing to vote in the competition can visit HorseShow.com to register for free.

“HorseShow.com is positioned to become the leader in online horse show competitions,” says Jeff Sloan, founder and CEO of HorseShow.com. “While we offer shows that are more serious, we also hold competitions that are more lighthearted, like the ‘Coolest Horse in the World’ contest.”

While the ‘Coolest Horse in the World’ contest is free, HorseShow.com offers other judged shows and competitions to horse owners. Entry fees average around $20, and contestants are graded by United States Equestrian Federation certified judges. This economically affordable opportunity opens the door for horse enthusiasts of all ages and backgrounds.

HorseShow.com competitions offer additional benefits outside of large cash prizes. Competitors receive comment cards from judges that explain why the class was placed that particular way, and offer tips on how to improve. As a result, riders can use these comment cards as tools to improve and be better prepared when entering traditional horse shows.

To enter HorseShow.com’s ‘Coolest Horse in the World’ contest, individuals must sign up for a free account on the website, and create their horse’s profile. They can upload their video directly or link it from YouTube.

About HorseShow.com: HorseShow.com is an online horse show site designed to provide an alternative way for equestrians to compete and network with a global audience. HorseShow.com welcomes all breeds, disciplines and experience levels to take part in a series of shows ranging from those judged by professionals to fun shows judged by other members of the HorseShow.com community. Aside from learning experiences and gaining a competitive advantage, members can collect ribbons, trophies and cash prizes all from the comfort of their home.  The average cost to participate in a HorseShow.com show is $20, saving riders’ time, money and the hassles of traveling.

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Oceano

805-489-8100

Nipomo

805-550-1693

Denver—There’s magic in the air when days start getting longer and golden sunlight stretches well into the evening. Teachers and students alike sigh with longing for the approaching summer vacation.

Parents, though, are often less than excited about summer as they wonder how they can keep their kids entertained while helping them learn more than what is offered on daytime television. There is nothing like sitting astride a horse or working in a stable to reinforce lessons learned during the school year while also discovering new skills and hobbies, and summer is an excellent time to explore the physical, emotional and cognitive benefits of therapeutic horsemanship. PATH Intl. Centers across the country are beginning registration periods for summer sessions.

Many centers offer riding lessons throughout the summer. In addition to riding lessons, PATH Intl. Center summer camps—for both disabled and able-bodied participants—offer lessons on horse care and ground work. Nature exploration is always a fun activity in any camp. Many activities and games, such as obstacle courses, help riders improve their equestrian skills while gaining physical benefits, such as improving balance, coordination and posture, increasing flexibility, and building muscle and core strength.

Summer camps and lessons fill up quickly. Contact the center nearest you to register. Go to the PATH Intl. website and click on Find a Center. Search by state and by activity.

Summer is just around the corner, and the memories are waiting to happen.

 

PegasusTV Picks Up the Pace with New Stations, Fall Program Line-Up and 24/7 Live Simulcasts   

PegasusTV will be in available in Bakersfield and Santa Barbara, California this week, according to Charles Smallwood, west coast Regional Manager for the new equestrian television network.

“Bakersfield’s KBCT 34.1 and Santa Barbara’s KSBT 32 will join Los Angeles and Fresno as part of our network’s planned regional “cluster” for central and southern California,” said Smallwood. “When the Montery/Salinas/Santa Cruz channel launches later this fall, PegasusTV will have established its first planned regional ‘hoofprint’ coverage for the state.”

The network’s fall program grid will be anchored by a wide variety of shows and series, starting off in August with a fascinating, exclusive interview with Alltech’s CEO, Dr. Pearse Lyons, taped just prior to that company’s official announcement of its major sponsorship of the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games Normandy 2014 in France. “The Game Changer: Dr. Pearse Lyons” will air beginning the week of August 8, and is the first of many up-close-and-personal visits with major industry personalities planned for the coming year.

Included in the program mix will be series from trainers, clinicians and other horsemen and women of note representing equestrian knowledge and knowhow representing over 75 years of film and video. Ranging from some of today’s more popular and well-known personalities to those from “out of the past” whose contributions were – and are — just as viable and important to the industry, the network’s “SmartHorse/ SmartRider” program category will cover many aspects of equestrian activities and disciplines.

An integral part of the program grid will be documentaries from around the world, providing enlightening and informative entertainment. From travel series which explore the world on horseback to Robert Vavra’s “Such is the Real Nature of Horses,” the poetically beautiful, extraordinary cinematographic essay on equine communication and familial relationships of horses living beyond the interference of man, the network will strive to present outstanding programs which both educate and inform while also entertaining the viewer.

Feature films and Saturday morning “serials” from the 1920′s through today’s blockbusters will also be available, as will ongoing veterinary and horse husbandry series, and a wide variety of magazine-format shows featuring regional personalities and localized equestrian and horse “happenings.”

Late fall will see the beginning of regularly scheduled news broadcasts, programs covering the economics and issues impacting the industry today, competitions and events and even home shopping.  The programming will be presented in rotating and repeating 4, 6 or 8 hour blocks which are designed for the active and busy equestrian lifestyle.

The network has begun dialogs with companies for long-term co-branding and sponsorships in multiple categories, from trucks, trailers and tractors to feed supplements, online retailers, print publications and even non-equestrian related categories such as travel and lodging, and welcomes inquiries regarding the numerous opportunities available.

Inquiries and proposals of all kinds are invited, and the network looks forward to working with all organizations in providing no-cost national television air time for competitions, shows, clinics and other equestrian events.

Pegasus Television Network is a 24/7 digital television network dedicated to equestrian pursuits and country life being syndicated coast to coast in local television markets.  

Boot Media LLC is the parent company and managing member of Pegasus Television Network LLC.  It is a privately-held company that develops and operates consumer media destinations and products focused on equestrian and equine-focused activities and country lifestyles across multiple delivery platforms. It also provides domestic and international distribution services for equestrian home media and television programming.

West Coast Regional Advertising/Sponsorship:

Lenni Lightner:  lenni.lightner@pegasustv.com  559-321-3125

Charles.Smallwood:  charles.smallwood@pegasustv.com  559-903-9596

Paso Robles

805-237-9509

Atascadero

805-440-3633

Click on the Flyer to enlarge

LEXINGTON, Ky., (April 24, 2012) – In May, the University of Kentucky Center for Leadership Development will be launching a six-month pilot study to provide preliminary data on the effectiveness of collaborating with horses to teach emotional intelligence and leadership competencies, a process known as Equine Guided Leadership Education.

The study is a collaborative endeavor between nursing researchers from UK HealthCare and social science researchers from the Center for Leadership Development, which is part of the UK College of Agriculture and under the leadership of Director Patricia Dyk. The long-range goal will be to secure future funding for larger research projects.

There is an abundance of anecdotal evidence that suggests experiential learning with horses is effective at building competencies, said Lissa Pohl, the center’s co-investigator and project lead. “However, for this promising field to become even more credible in the eyes of those who want to utilize this powerful learning method, there needs to be academic research conducted and published in peer-reviewed journals showing this to be the case.”

The study will compare the before and after emotional intelligence (EQ) assessments of both a control group and an experimental group of up to 15 nurses each. Researchers will also examine qualitative surveys of those in the experimental group who will experience a one-day equine-guided learning workshop designed to increase their EQ skills at work. The basic premise of equine-guided education is that horses are natural coaches, with an innate ability to interpret and mirror human behavior. Equine-assisted learning experiences are professionally facilitated horse-human interactions and exercises geared to helping people develop insights that can be applied in the workplace and in their personal lives.

Winning With Horse Power, a Florida-based global umbrella organization of equine experiential providers, is partnering with the center to assist in publicizing the research and raising funds for the study.

“Supporting this pilot study is a perfect fit for us,” says Eileen Tighe, president and CEO of Winning With Horse Power. “Our members around the world are in many different specializations, but using equine-guided experiences to develop emotional intelligence is integral to all of them.”

Instructions on how to contribute can be found online at http://www2.ca.uky.edu/CFLD/research.php. All contributions are tax deductible and will be used solely for the purpose of research in Equine Guided Leadership Education.

Paso Robles

805-459-0399

http://pioneeragresources.com

Templeton

805-434-0321

Coast Mounted Assistance (CMA) of Montana de Oro State Park will be hosting a fundraising Poker Ride on Saturday October 9th.

CMA provides volunteer horse patrol in the park, works on trail maintenance and helps maintain the horse camp.

Riders can sign up to just ride for the day or register to camp for the weekend.

Email  Kathy Longacre   kll50@sbcglobal.net for an entry in pdf. format.

Coast Mounted Assistance is hosting an Annual Poker Ride; an opportunity to come to Montana de Oro State Park and enjoy guided tours of some of the best horse-friendly trails, or follow a marked route on your own, at your own pace.

This event will be held October 7-10th with the actual ride and BBQ taking place on Sunday, October 9th. The Annual Poker Ride is a festive occasion, with a fabulous BBQ lunch after the ride, prizes, auction items, and a used tack sale. Proceeds benefit the Central Coast Natural History Association and Coast Mounted Assistance. Horse camping is at a special price for this event.

For more information or to obtain a pdf format registration form, email Pam toypony@charter.net or Susan susanmc457@gmail.com

Exciting news from the newly formed Mesa Meadows Pony Club

Nipomo is now officially recognized with United States Pony Club as Mesa Meadows Pony Club. We will be affiliated with the Camino Real Region which is based in the Southern California area. Marcly Farms is the host facility of all Mesa Meadows Pony Club events. The club’s first mounted rally is this Saturday, January 16, 2010, starting at 10:00 A.M. At this rally, we will be evaluating all new members riding, knowledge and horsemanship skill levels. If you are not a current USPC member, you are welcome to come and watch, ask questions and meet the board and current members.

Atascadero

805-464-0139

Arroyo Grande

Prancing Hearts uses horses to help kids. We want then to know they are valuable, capable, safe, & loved. We help kids to grow socially, emotionally, mentally. and physically through their special relationship with a horse.

Horse mastership lessons are free to kids who qualify.

Your donations go 100% to the kids & the horses! Have a heart for kids! Call Denise  805-489-8534

Paso Robles

805-239-4297

The Pro Equine Grooms “Best Grooming Tip” Contest features prizes furnished by Kentucky Performance Products.

December 1, 2011 – San Diego, California, USA

Pro Equine Grooms is pleased to announce the supplier of prizes for the Weekly “Best Grooming Tip” contest as Kentucky Performance Products for the month of December.  Grooming tips can be added by any www.proequinegrooms.com visitor to any of the existing TIP or BLOG articles about grooming.  Currently, there are 83 articles with three to five articles added weekly.  Winners are chosen weekly, and the most innovative tips are awarded prizes. 

Liv Gude, Founder of Pro Equine Grooms, is a former Groom who startedwww.proequinegrooms.com as a community for Grooms and other Horse Industry Professionals to join together in supporting Grooms.  “The primary purpose supports the  professional development of an Equine Groom.  Pro Equine Grooms provides the only resource for Grooms seeking information about their industry, job options, their discipline, their rights, insurance issues, legal issues, and information about Grooming”.  In working towards this mission, Pro Equine Grooms welcomes all members of the Horse Industry to join in this community and learn from one another.  It is this community that will support Grooms and help bring their valuable job and place in the Horse Industry into the spotlight.

Kentucky Performance Products (KPP), the company that brings you Neigh-Lox® equine antacid and Summer Games® Electrolytes offers a full line of affordable, effective nutritional supplements. The company’s research-proven supplements are specifically developed to target the unique challenges facing today’s horses.  Karen Isberg, President of Kentucky Performance Products, is an avid supporter of Pro Equine Grooms and has been working with Liv Gude since the launch of www.proequinegrooms.com in August of 2011.  Karen, a former Groom also, understands the need to support Equine professionals and Grooms, who are the “heart and soul of the industry.”  “We are really excited about December’s contest.  The Pro Equine Grooms website holds a wealth of information and the contributions by fellow professionals are invaluable. I can’t wait to read the entries and assist the winners in picking out the KPP supplement that will best meet their horse’s needs”, says Isberg.

Pro Equine Grooms and Kentucky Performance Products look forward to this union of resources and distribution of prizes.  You can learn more about Pro Equine Grooms at www.proequinegrooms.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/proequinegrooms and  Twitter at www.twitter.com/Proequinegrooms.  You can learn more about Kentucky Performance Products at www.kppusa.com and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/pages/Kentucky-Performance-Products/97866043678?ref=ts or via telephone at 1-800-772-1988.

The Central Coast Arabian Horse Association and The Eric Wagner Training Center invite you to attend a Problem Solving and Fundamentals meeting at The Wagner Ranch on Sunday, October 23rd.

If you’ve ever thought, “I can’t get my horse to …”  or “I get nervous when my horse….”  then bring your horse on out to the Wagner Ranch and Eric will help guide you through some exercises and plan strategies for a better ride.

This will also be the CCCAHA October general meeting during the provided lunch. We will start promptly at 10:00 am and reservations are required.  $10 for CCCAHA members $20 for non-members includes Auditors.

Horse space is limited and will be on a first come, first served basis as received by email (NO phone calls please for reservations).
ewagnertraining@yahoo.com

Bring Out the Champion in Your Horse

Paso Robles

805-237-7700

Arroyo Grande

805-458-4734

Arroyo Grande

805-489-2855

Arroyo Grande

805-489-7587

Arroyo Grande

805-489-4751

Atascadero

805-464-0139

Paso Robles

805-610-6725

Los Osos

805-528-7557

San Miguel

805-467-3847

Paso Robles

805-239-0900

with Christina Codazzi

This Saturday, March 12th, noon-3pm

Reiki is an ancient Japanese hands-on healing technique. The word Reiki is made of two Japanese words: Rei meaning “Universal Life Force” and Ki meaning “Energy”. It is administered by a “laying on of hands” in which the practitioner becomes the conduit for the energy which flows to the receiving person or animal.

Reiki is a simple, natural and safe method of spiritual healing and self-improvement that everyone can use. It has been effective in helping virtually every known illness and malady and always creates a beneficial effect. It also works in conjunction with all other medical or therapeutic techniques to relieve side effects and promote recovery.

A treatment feels like a wonderful glowing radiance that flows through and around you. Reiki treats the whole person including body, emotions, mind and spirit creating many beneficial effects that include relaxation and feelings of peace, harmony and wellbeing, Many have reported miraculous results.

A Word About Christina – Christina has practiced Reiki on people for several years. She has recently discovered that animals were “calling upon her” for assistance. Combining reiki with her innate intuitive abilities has allowed her to be more receptive to “hear” and “see” the thoughts and pictures your pet may have regarding health issues, behavioral problems, etc…. This has helped her clients obtain a more harmonious and healthy relationship with their pet and with themselves.

For more information about Christina Codazzi or to visit her website :

mysoulimpression.com see Christina on YouTube:  www.youtube.com/horsetownshow

Saturday June 18th!

Enjoy Mustangs & Merlot on the Exquisite Grounds of the Sculpterra Winery

Join us for a memorable and festive afternoon enjoying incredible wine, delicious food, live music and a wild horse photography exhibit in the winery’s beautiful sculpture garden.

Wine is being provided by Sculpterra with Cahoots preparing  appetizers. Bent Myggen will be playing whimsical folk music live and equine photographer  Bristol Mac Donald will be sharing her awe inspring collection of wild horse prints. Prints are for sale and there will also be a raffle.

Kids are welcome so bring the whole family and meet the Kiger mustang stallion “Spirit” who served as inspiration for the DreamWorks animated film “Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron”.

Experience a piece of living history when you meet Isadora and Ines, mares from the exclusive Wilbur Cruce Spanish Colonial Mission herd mares that reside at the sanctuary. Isadora was also the featured model horse for Breyer in 2010.

This will be a day the entire family will enjoy. Proceeds benefit Return to Freedom’s wild horse sanctuary.

Purchase Tickets online here or call us at (805) 737-9246.

Hope to see you there!

Nipomo

805-489-0824

Paso Robles

805-238-5723

Nipomo

805-929-6660

Please join Ride Nipomo in a fun filled day at a beautiful facility in Nipomo. 
The event is open to members and their guests.

When:  October 10, 2010
Time:    11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Where: Marcly Farms;  1409 Banneker Pl, Nipomo

 In addition to a general membership meeting, there will be educational information along with demonstrations.

Ride Nipomo will provide water and a Tri Tip Bbq. We ask that you bring a pot luck dish that serves four people.
 A – K  Salads
L – M  Drinks
N – Z  Desserts

We must know if you are coming to purchase enough Tri Tip!  Please send your cofirmation by October 5th to Shelia Patterson at Jst4shel@aol.com

Don’t forget to bring your lawn chair!

We look forward to seeing you on October 10th!

 

What is Riders4Helmets International Helmet Awareness Day 2012?

In 2010, Riders4Helmets hosted the first national event designed to educate equestrians on the benefits of wearing a properly fitting, secured and certified helmet. The event brought equestrian retailers and helmet manufacturers together, to help educate their customers on topics such as correct helmet fit and why wearing a helmet is important, and the helmet manufacturers could offer support by providing a special discount on their helmets. Riders4Helmets National Helmet Awareness Day 2010 was a huge success, with over 300 U.S.-based retailers and eight helmet manufacturers participating.

Building on that success, Riders4Helmets expanded the event globally in 2011. Riders4Helmets International Helmet Awareness Day 2011 received support from 10 helmet manufacturers and more than 500 equestrian retailers in the USA, Canada, Australia and the United Kingdom.

Riders4Helmets aims to grow the global growth of this years’ event by attracting equestrian retailers from European countries outside of the U.K., as well as equestrian retailers in New Zealand. This year Riders4Helmets will have printed educational materials available to both participating retailers and equestrians who wish to educate others on helmet use. Helmet manufacturers and retailers who are interested in participating in the event may email admin@riders4helmets.com to express their interest and will then be directed to a retailer registration page.

Riders4Helmets will host a series of live educational webinars on Riders4Helmets.com during the 2012 Riders4Helmets International Helmet Awareness Day. The webinars will feature a variety of experts in: Traumatic Brain Injury and Concussion; Psychologists; Neuro Physiotherapists; Helmet Manufacturers (tips on correctly fitting a helmet); Traumatic Brain Injury Survivors; Leading Equestrians etc. Viewers will be able to ask “real-time” questions to these experts. Details of who the experts will be, along with the topics that they will discuss, will be available nearer the date.

How can you help?

The more you write, blog, post, tweet and, in general, share the details of International Helmet Awareness Day with equestrians in the build up to the event … the more people will have an opportunity to get educated on the benefits of wearing a helmet. Your sharing information on the event with others might just save a life.

Logos, photographs and quotes for Riders4Helmets International Helmet Awareness Day 2012 may be obtained by emailing chad@riders4helmets.com.

How will equestrians know which retailers are participating?

From May 20^th, 2012 a list of participating retailers sorted by country (and state) will be available to equestrians exclusively on Riders4Helmets.com. Equestrians are encouraged to visit the Riders4Helmets website on a regular basis for updates with regard to the event.

Advertising/Sponsorship

For advertising and sponsorship opportunities related to International Helmet Awareness Day 2012 please email chad@riders4helmets.com. Examples of opportunities include banner advertising on the Riders4Helmets website and company/product logo on print literature to be distributed to equestrians clubs/organizations (no logo’s will be placed on retailer literature unless non-conflicting). Riders4Helmets is entirely self-funded and any support is greatly appreciated to allow the campaign to continue to host Safety Symposiums and grow globally.

How can equestrians get involved?

If a club or organization is interested in hosting their own event to celebrate the day, they may email admin@riders4helmets.com. We can send interested parties a list of literature and promotional materials (such as education CD’s) that will be available for purchase at a small charge (to cover our costs). We will be happy to help promote any event by posting details of it on the Riders4Helmets.com and on our Facebook and Twitter pages. Equestrians are encouraged to take lots of photos of their event and write up a short description of what they did, and who participated. This will then be included as a feature article on the Riders4Helmets campaign website.

About Riders4Helmets

Riders4Helmets was founded in early 2010 after Olympic dressage rider Courtney King-Dye was seriously injured in a riding accident. King-Dye, who remained in a coma for a month following her accident, was not wearing a helmet at the time of the accident and continues to undergo rehabilitation. The goal of the Riders4Helmets Campaign is to educate equestrians on the benefits of wearing a properly fitted and secured, certified helmet. For more information on the Riders4Helmets campaign, visit riders4helmets.com. You can also follow the campaign at www.facebook.com/riders4helmets and http://twitter.com/riders4helmets.

Paso Robles

805-238-0890

Paso Robles

805-237-1630

Paso Robles

805-434-7283

805-489-5332

San Miguel

805-674-0290

Paso Robles

805-238-0779

Atascadero

805-466-2774

Nipomo

805-929-4573

Templeton

Wholesale & Retail

Hay, Horse Bedding

Dynamite Nutritional Products

805-434-2884

Paso Robles

805-238-3891

San Luis Obispo

805-541-6445

Paso Robles

805-431-7354

Morro Bay

PLEASE HELP !!!
THIS COULD HAPPEN TO ANY OF US!!!

18 High Performance Saddles Stolen in the night
Meadow Grove Training Stables
(Middle Ranch Boarding Facility)
Lake View Terrace, California

Sometime after 8 pm last night,
Friday, November 27,
thiefs broke into the Meadow Grove tack room and stole 18 saddles:
8 Antares
5 Amerigo
1 CWD
1 Devoucoux
All saddles had names plates on them so there will be holes where they were removed….
AND most of these saddles will have identifying numbers stamped on them.

Obviously they will try to sell them somewhere…..

NOW IS WHEN THE HUNTER JUMPER COMMUNITY UNITES TOGETHER
TO PROTECT EACH OTHER..

Please call Francie or Dick or Tara
(or respond to this email confidentially)
if you have ANY information of any kind.
ijumpsports@aol.com

If we can’t stop them they will hit again and it could be ANYONE’s tack room.

Pretty aggressive of them to go to the middle of the Middle Ranch training facility and break in.

SOMEONE READING THIS MUST KNOW SOMETHING……

PLEASE help or call iJump 714/797-1404

Cambria

805-924-0404

SANTA LUCIA WELSH & PONY ASSOCIATION

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING & AWARDS BANQUET

YOU ARE INVITED TO ATTEND THE 2010 SANTA LUCIA WELSH & PONY

ASSOCIATION ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AND AWARDS BANQUET

DATE: SATURDAY JANUARY 22, 2010

TIME: 12:00 PM: LUNCHEON BUFFET

1:00 PM: ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING & AWARDS

PLACE: PLAYERS PIZZA

8845 EL CAMINO REAL

ATASCADERO, CA

805-466-5664

COST: ADULT BUFFET: $15.00

CHILD (10 & under) BUFFET: $10.00

LUNCH WILL BE AN ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BUFFET, INCLUDING

BEVERAGE AND DESSERT. BEER & WINE ARE EXTRA.

YOU WILL BE ABLE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ANNUAL GENERAL

MEETING IN WHICH WE WILL DISCUSS THE EVENTS OF THE PAST YEAR

AND IDEAS FOR THE YEAR TO COME.

THIS IS A GREAT TIME TO VISIT WITH OTHER MEMBERS OF THE CLUB.

WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO AN EXCITING 2010 WITH MORE LOCAL

SHOWS FOR OUR MEMBERS.

PLEASE COME. THE AGM WON’T BE COMPLETE WITHOUT YOU.

R.S.V.P.: Sarah Dickmeyer eospony@wildblue.net 805-467-2909

805-459-2918

www.slwpa.com

Santa Margarita

805-438-5619

The Resource Conservation Districts (RCDs) in San Luis Obispo County will be hosting two workshops, the first on October 15th, the second later in the Fall. These workshops are geared toward educating and supporting owners of livestock.
 
On Saturday, October 15th, join us for a workshop on:
Combating Mud with Paddock Management
 
This workshop will focus on site planning, paddock management and rainwater catchment to improve the condition of your horse property. The program will start promptly at 9:00 AM at the Community Center, 211 Vernon Street in Arroyo Grande. Come a little earlier at 8:30 and mingle with other horse owners over refreshments. 
 
Please RSVP as space is limited to Nicole at
 nsmith@coastalrcd.org or call (805) 772-4391
 
The workshops are part of the newest RCD program, Livestock and Land. The goal of the Livestock and Land Program is to raise community awareness, knowledge and support about management practices necessary to meet the needs of happy owners, healthy livestock and thriving watersheds.  The Livestock and Land Program has been tremendously successful in neighboring counties to the north, and is now launching this pilot program in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties. As a member of the livestock community, you are essential to the success of this program!
 
You can learn more about the program at the Livestock and Land website at http://www.livestockandland.org/, which includes downloadable publications, and/or call or email your local RCD for further information:
 
Nicole Smith
Coastal San Luis RCD
645 Main Street, Suite F
Morro Bay CA 93442
805-772-4391
nsmith@coastalrcd.org

Shayna Bailey
Upper Salinas Las Tablas RCD
65 South Main Street, Suite 107
Templeton CA 93465
805-434-0396 x 5
shayna@us-ltrcd.org