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

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

 

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.