Congratulations CHA - 41St Anniversary 2008 Kentuour Hostcky Sitehorse Park

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CHA International Conference October 30 – November 2, 2008 Kentucky Horse Park • Lexington, KY

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Congratulations CHA - 41st Anniversary 2008 KentuOur Hostcky SiteHorse Park – Lexington, Kentucky

The Kentucky Horse Park is a blend of old and new, respecting both CHA Corporate OFFICE honored traditions of the Bluegrass horse country and modern innova- 4037 Iron Works Parkway Suite 180 tion. It is a place where over twelve hundred acres of land are devoted Lexington, KY 40511 to the horse and the important role it has played in the history of man. 800-399-0138 www.cha-ahse.org [email protected] Two world-class museums can be found on the Park grounds, the International Museum of the Horse and the American Saddlebred Museum. From Mid-March through October the Park comes alive with the color, sound and excitement of the Breeds Barn which hosts the Parade of Breeds, a presentation CHA STAFF highlighting the 50 different breeds that reside at the Park. The Hall of Champions is home to an elite Christy Landwehr • Chief Executive Officer 800-724-1446...... [email protected] group of horses representing the Thoroughbred, Standardbred and Quarter Horse racing and past Polly Haselton Barger • Program Director stars of the Saddlebred show ring. Visitors also have the opportunity for hands-on experience with 800-399-0138...... [email protected] a horse on a trail ride, a horse drawn trolley ride or a carriage tour of the Park grounds. Besides the Terri Weaver • Membership Services Director daily activities, the Park is the premier equine event facility in the United States. There are currently 800-399-0138...... [email protected] Julie Goodnight • Spokesperson 1,084 permanent stalls, two outdoor stadiums, five outdoor show rings, five dressage arenas, a cov- 719-530-0531 ...... [email protected] ered arena, a planned indoor coliseum arena, a cross-country/marathon course, four polo fields, and a steeplechase course. Executive Committee Pat Mullins, President...... [email protected] Tara Gamble, President Elect ...... [email protected] The Park has one of the finest resort campgrounds in the region offering 260 campsites and full-service Jessica Yankey, Vice Pres...... [email protected] recreational facilities. The Park is also home to the National Horse Center, an office complex made up Phil Peterson, Immed. Past [email protected] of many of the most influential equine associations, commissions, organizations and services within Peggy Adams, Treasurer...... [email protected] the industry. The Kentucky Horse Park welcomes the CHA International Conference! Lynn O’Brien, Secretary...... [email protected] 2008 Board of Directors Scott Carter...... [email protected] Susanne Valla...... [email protected] Welcome to the Blue Grass Country Beth Powers...... [email protected] It is my pleasure to welcome you to Kentucky and to the Kentucky Horse Park! We are honored that Beth Austin...... [email protected] Shellie Davis...... [email protected] you chose the Kentucky Horse Park National Horse Center for your national headquarters and the site Jill Montgomery...... [email protected] of your annual convention. Your mission is important and appreciated. We recognize that you work Chad Coppess...... [email protected] tirelessly to make horse sports safer and more enjoyable for everyone from beginners to seasoned pro- Tammi Gainer...... [email protected] fessionals, and that many lives have been saved as a result. Your expertise, creativity and passion are Don Kleckner...... [email protected] improving all facets of horse sports, and your presence at the park is a benefit to everyone here. S o it is with genuine appreciation that I wish you a very successful and enjoyable convention! Everyone is welcome to get involved on a committee of their choice. Sincerely, Please contact the CHA office at 800-399-0138. John Nicholson Executive Director, Kentucky Horse Park REGION 1 - REGION 7 - BC, WA, W. MT, ID, OR, Alberta NC, GA, FL, SC, AL Christine Guenther Laura Elliott 503-873-5580 205-655-3782 Some of you might know that I served for six years as Vice Chair of the Virginia Horse [email protected] [email protected] Center. When asked what horse facility in the US was one of the best, my immedi- REGION 2 - REGION 8 - ate response would be the Kentucky Horse Park. I am excited that CHA is holding Saskatchewan, Manitoba, OK, Texas, MI, AK, LA, NM E. MT, ND, SD Darla Ryder the International Conference at the Kentucky Horse Park this year. The program and Phyllis Shaw 817-688-3430 speakers that the staff have put together for this event are outstanding. All of our liv- 204-224-1180 [email protected] [email protected] ing CHA Past Presidents will be with us and the trail encampment will be hosting the REGION 9 - Friday night meal under the stars. By the way, some of these tents are better equipped REGION 3 - MI, NE, CO, KS, WY with more amenities than any Hyatt Regency room I have ever stayed in! My Method- MN, WI, W. Ontario, Julia Hershey Upper MI, IA, IL 719-440-4979 ist pastor back in West Virginia wrote a book titled “The Truth as I Remember It.” Keep Kathy Findley hersheysheavenlyhorses@ this in mind as you hear our Past Presidents and the “Black Hats” spin yarns around 262-895-6978 earthlink.net whisperingwillowfarm@ the campfire over the next several days.....it’s the truth as they remember it! Welcome yahoo.com REGION 10 - to all you all (Kentucky and Virginia talk). Have a great week while you renew old acquaintances and CA, NE, UT, AZ, HI REGION 4 - Lori Hall-McNary make new ones. Most importantly have a wonderful time in this most magnificent horse country. Lower MI, IN, OH, TN, KY, 760-224-2483 and West VA, Eastern Ontario 760-741-1179 , CHA President Terry Williams (Jones) [email protected] Pat Mullins 513-932-8709 or 513-850-5397 REGION 11 - [email protected] AK, Yukon Territory, Frozen North REGION 5 - Robert Minnich NY, NJ, Washington DC, 907-262-3585 Thank you to our CHA Corporate Partners VA, DE, PA [email protected] Jo-Anne Young 585-567-8142 or REGION 12 - 585-567-4374 INTERNATIONAL [email protected] CHA Corporate Office 1-800-399-0138 REGION 6 - [email protected] NH, VT, ME, MA, CT, RI, New Brunswick, Quebec, NF Equisure, Inc. Spalding Labs Horse Media Group Lori Maciulewicz 774-259-1004 800-752-2472 866-379-3897 800-829-2521 [email protected] www.equisure-inc.com www.220.spalding-labs.com www.horsemediagroup.com

CHA International Conference 2008 • 3 CHA Awards ThCHAese arePast th Presidentse leaders in the order that they have served the Volunteer Award winners Special Events Certified Horsemanship Association. Many of them are with Don Dunlap us at this conference. Please take a moment to find them Don was the Executive Director of Triple R 2007...... Lynn O’Brien - Highlights - and say thank you for all they have done Ranch in Chesapeake, Virginia. Along with 2006...... Beth Powers Stan Loewen, Don developed a great arena 2005...... Bill Enns and trail program for Triple R Ranch. Don was an advocate for the CHA Trail Program and 2004...... Lynn Squire Silent Auction – Holiday Inn Lexington North To be held Thursday - Saturday. Final bids accepted at the banquet on Saturday supported every effort to get it completed. 2003...... Christine Guenther for CHA. night. Make sure to stroll through the auction area and bid on your favorite Don loved trail riding and was known to take 2002...... Dodi Stacey his whole board to Alaska for pack trips. Don 2001...... Jo-Anne Young items. All proceeds benefit CHA to help provide scholarships to those who need was CHA President during the time the CHA 2000...... Michal Kays financial help to attend a CHA clinic. Bill Wiley office moved from Michigan to Texas. At 1999...... Susanne Valla conferences Don could be found doing Dutch Bill Wiley became a charter member of Camp 1998...... Barbara Christian oven cooking or horse hair braiding. Many CHA Annual Awards Banquet Horsemanship Association when Dan Hemp- CHA members have horse hair items that 1997...... Lew Sterrett Saturday night, November 1st at 7 p.m. – Holiday Inn Lexington North hill had a business booth at a National ACA Lew Sterrett 1996...... Susan Harris Lew Sterrett PhD is no stranger to CHA, hav- Don helped them create. Help us celebrate in our best dress as we toast the following award winners: convention. He was grandfathered in as a clinic instructor by the ladies who established ing served as President of CHA for 7 years. Partnership in Safety CHA Volunteer of the Year the program for Dan’s camp. He established Manual revision and national standardization Award winners CHA Instructor of the Year a board of directors, and became the first were among his primary concerns for CHA’s Clinic Instructor of the Year elected president. During his presidency improvement. Serving as the executive director for Miracle Mountain Ranch since 1977, a 2007...... American Quarter Horse Association Partnership in Safety Award CHA became a 501-c-3 nonprofit organiza- leadership training center, Lew’s outreach has 2006...... American Vaulting Association tion at which time Dan turned over all assets Dodi Stacey CHA School Horse of the Year of CHA. Also during his presidency, the grown extensively. Recognized for outreach 2005 ...... North American Riding for the Handicapped Assn Dodi is a retired horse trainer and riding instruction manual was revised updated the under the banner of Sermon on the Mount, instructor. She has been a member of CHA 2004...... North American Horsemen’s Association Mounted and Hands-On Horse Sessions requirements for riding instructors and clinic Principle Based Training, and Leaders by since 1980 and is a past member of the CHA 2003 ...... American Camping Association Heart, Lew travels extensively addressing a All mounted and hands-on horse sessions will be held in the covered, outdoor instructors were upgraded. Bill was pleasantly Board of Directors and a past Regional Direc- 2002...... Markel Insurance Company surprised when he received the first honorary wide variety of needs and interest groups. His tor. She is a former CHA President and the arena, or round pen at the Kentucky Horse Park. Four riding spots are available 2001...... American Youth Horse Council life membership at a CHA national confer- many published resources, along with a regu- founding Chair of the Trail Committee and 2000...... Washington State 4-H Foundation for each mounted session. Riders sign up ahead of time at registration for the ses- ence at Miracle Mountain Ranch. lar TX program, supportive training program Chair of the IRD Development Committee. 1999...... Horse Council of British Columbia sion of your choice. Make sure to note riding ability at the top of each form, do provide a sound base from which people may Dodi is a CHA clinic instructor for Standard, grow in their personal development, their 1998...... Hadley Stacey not sign up to ride in a class that is being taught at a higher level than you ride. Bill and his wife Phyllis are co-founders of Trail and IRD clinics. She is a contributor to horsemanship, and leadership skills. In these 1997...... Julie Fershtman of counsel Marmon Valley Farm and Faith Ranch camps, CHA’s manuals and is a published author. Limit one ride time per person for the entire conference to make sure we have values and skills Lew represents the heart of 1996...... Lexington Helmets which are retreat centers and public riding Among her many awards, she was named enough room for all. Riding spots are not open to day rate participants. All are stables. CHA wherever he goes. Horsewoman of Distinction from the North CHA Stone School welcome to audit all sessions. Horse of the Year Semi - Private Lessons with Jon Ensign and Jo-Anne Young 2007 – Doc – Golden Gate Vaulters – Golden, Colorado Cost of semi-private western and dressage lessons is $55 for one hour per person 2006 – Domino’s Crescent Moon – with all proceeds going to CHA for the scholarship fund. Eagle Creek Equestrian Center in Griffin, Georgia 2005 – Mr. Peach – Emigrant Springs Horsemanship in Exhibits & CHA Product Line – Grass Valley, California Holiday Inn Lexington North 2004 – Woody - Woodloch Stables in Hugo, Minnesota 2003 – Shotgun Jetta – TLC Stables in East Swanzy, New Please take time to shop and check out the great items on sale from CHA, our Hampshire sponsors and vendors. Some CHA logo wear products are only available at the 2002 – Yeller – Rancho Vista Therapy Center in conference and these great prices are only available during conference. Fort Collins, Colorado CHA Welcome Reception and Annual Membership Meeting CHA Instructor of the Year Thursday, October 30th at 5:30 p.m. – Holiday Inn Lexington North – enjoy ap- petizers and a cash bar while you meet staff from the other associations that are 2007 – Jennifer Willey of White Bear Lake, Minnesota 2006 – Karen Pikovsky of Irwin, Pennsylvania part of the National Horse Center and the Kentucky Horse Park and our neigh- 2005 – Lori Hall-McNary of Escondido, California bors. Hear a great keynote speech from Doug Emerson on “Are you a Leader?” 2004 – Rathel Gincig of Aurora, Colorado Meet all the CHA Past Presidents. See great photos from our past and present. 2003 – Cydney Adler of Burien, Washington Vote on important membership issues during the annual meeting and get to know other members of CHA. CHA Clinic Instructor of the Year 1st Aid and CPR Certification Join us on Sunday for the hands on portion of the EquineU.com 2007 – Jo-Anne Young of Houghton, New York 2006 – Tara Gamble of Edmonton, Alberta CPR and First Aid Training. 2005 – Polly Haselton Barger of Nashville, Tennessee 2004 – Barbara Klatt of Lancaster, Ohio CHA Site Accreditation Visitor Training 2003 – Darla Ryder of Weatherford, Texas Sunday come and learn how to be a CHA site visitor and accredit the Kentucky Horse Park. 4 • CHA International Conference 2008 CHA International Conference 2008 • 5 CHA Past Presidents, continued American Horsemen’s Association in 1999 and improve the safety of riding programs. and WA at Circle C Ranch and Miracle Ranch. and received the Mile High Girl Scout’s Bill attributes much of his success in the Currently he is a technician for Legacy Power Conference Presenters Elizabeth Hayden Award, which is the highest horse industry to his involvement with CHA systems, but continues to direct clinics. His Thank you to all of this year’s volunteer presenters. award given for volunteer service to the GSA. and the quality people in CHA. experience with CHA started as a certified Your willingness to share your expertise is much appreciated! She was also the CHA Volunteer of the Year in instructor in 1979 since then his appreciation 2002. Following an IRD Clinic this year at the for CHA lead him to pursue a Clinic Instruc- School Horses: Thank you to the Kentucky Horse Park Mustang Troop, National Institute on Developmental Delays, tor rating which he has held since 1986. He CHA Program Member Life Adventure Center of the Bluegrass, and CHA Member Diane Dineen Fr. Paul Zahler, O.S.B., Ph.D. awarded Dodi a also holds certification as a Trail ACI, EFM for donating the wonderful school horses and tack used in these sessions. photograph of the “Our Mother of Humani- and Accreditation trainer. In 1996 he was ties” statute, commissioned by the Catholic elected to the board and served until 2008 Church, and crafted in honor of those indi- in such roles as Standards committee, R & D Deb Balliet employed as an associate veterinarian with Dr. Jack viduals who reach out and dedicated their Susanne Valla chairman, Treasurer, and President. He will be Deb is the Equestrian Land Easley in an equine only practice located in Shelbyville, life to all children, but especially those with Susanne Valla is employed as the Director finishing his term this year. Conservation Resource Chief KY. His primary interests include equine dentistry, lame- special physical and mental needs. of Riding for Blue Star Camps in NC since Executive Officer. At ELCR, Deb ness and podiatry. Dr. Ballard resides in Shelbyville with 1977. She has been involved with horses for 52 years in 4-H, Girl Scouts, Pony Club, brings together her passions; his wife, son, border collie and two American Quarter and College Intercollegiate. She has run and horses and open space. Her love Horses. In his “free time” he enjoys riding and showing managed both private show barns and camp of the land started early, after his horses in reigned cow horse events. stables and showed in both Western and an introduction to the out- English. She holds a degree in Equine Science doors with her father and older Dentistry for the Older Horse Jim Glunt and one in Graphic Design and Illustration. Bo Winslow Jim Glunt has been involved with horses Susanne has been a member of CHA since After spending over 20 great years with Che- brother. The love of horses also Friday – 9 – 10:15 a.m. – Round Pen at KHP for over 30 years. In the past, he has led the 1978 and actively involved since 1982. She is ley Colorado Camps, managing their horse started early, but regular riding and horse ownership Discussion of the normal ageing process of equine den- horse operation at a resort hotel, directed a a CHA Certified Clinic Instructor and site visi- program and facility, Bo decided it was time didn’t begin until the late 1990’s. A recreational rider, tition. Ageing presents various conditions and altering youth camp with an extensive horse pro- tor, served as Regional Director, Conference to start his next career. He is now the Fair- Deb regularly trail rides and is a member of the Eastern of dental care. These conditions, how to manage them, gram, and worked as a farrier. He currently Director for 13 years, and as Committee Chair grounds and Events Manager for the Town Mountain Ranch Horse Association. Deb’s trusty steed, as well as the various techniques used by veterinarians owns and operates Jim Glunt Equine Services, of the Manual Revision Committee and Chair of Estes Park. Bo works with many different offering a wide variety of support services of the Standing Committee of Education and horse groups, musicians and artists to put on “Taz,” is an appendix registered quarter horse. Profes- to care for the aged horse’s teeth, will be discussed. to group horseback riding programs. These Development and did the redesign and type- events throughout the year, everything from sionally, Deb has 23 years of experience in not-for-profit Participants will have the opportunity to view a video services include staff selection, development set of the new manuals. Susanne has served an award winning PRCA Rodeo to a Hunter management, consulting and fund-raising with organi- of the equine oral cavity and some pathology identified and training; program planning and develop- as a Board Member, Vice President, President Jumper Show to a Christmas Parade. Bo’s zations such as The University of Vermont, Thorough- in the geriatric horse. ment; risk reviews; site planning; leadership; and Past President. family is the source of joy in his life – his wife bred Retirement Foundation, Open Space Preservation plus tack and saddle repair. He has been Lauri and his son and daughter. In his free involved with CHA since 1980, serving on time, Bo volunteers with the local Fire De- Trust and National Audubon Society. Deb is a member Lameness Issues and How to various committees and the CHA Board. In partment and is a Deacon at the church. Bo of the Board of Directors of the Saratoga Therapeutic Prevent and Treat Them addition to CHA events, Jim has led work- also enjoys winter projects in his wood shop Equestrian Program and is an Advisory Board member Friday – 1:30 – 2:45 p.m. – Round Pen at KHP shops for a variety of regional and national as the snow falls outside. of The Equus Projects: Dancing with Horses. This session will show some common lameness issues in groups, including the Pennsylvania Equine horses and some simple preventative steps and care for Council (PEC), the American Camp Associa- tion (ACA) – Keystone Section, the YMCA, Polly Haselton Barger Where Will You Ride Tomorrow? Loss of them. A question and answer segment will be included. as well as the Pennsylvania State University Polly has been an active professional in the Land for Horses Reaches an Alarming Rate (PSU). He is a CHA certified clinician and site horse industry for thirty years. She is the Thursday – 2:45 – 3:45 p.m. – Holiday Inn visitor trainer and has had articles published current CHA Program Director and was the Open space and farm land is being developed at an Scott Carter in both The Instructor and Camping Maga- Equestrian Program Manager for the Cumber- Pat Mullins alarming rate – 250 acres an hours according to USDA Scott is a Level 3 CHA packing zine. He resides in central Pennsylvania with land Valley Girl Scouts and a past president A Virginia resident, Pat is the Director of instructor, board member, and is his wife, Jill. of CHA. She has been actively involved in a Association Development for Markel Insur- statistics – with the greatest rate occurring in urban and wide range of equestrian programming that ance Company. He has designed Insurance suburban areas. Loss of land is the greatest threat to the serving on the pack and trail and includes small children, riders with dis- programs for the members of AQHA, APHA, future of the horse industry – whether you no breed or the research and development abilities and advanced clinics. A graduate of National Reining Horse Association, Ameri- discipline is exempt. Whether you teach riders or ride, committees. His experience in Vanderbilt University, she is the past chair of can Farriers Association, Horsemen’s Benevo- train or breed horses, land is our most important as- packing comes from working as the committees on safety and education for lent and Protective Association, United ranch manager and packing guide the Tennessee Horse Council and is a CHA Thoroughbred Trainers, the Jockey’s Guild, set. Without land, we have no place to keep horses or Clinic Instructor for Standard, EFM and IRD the National Barrel Horse Association, and to produce their food. This presentation will teach your for Camp Classen YMCA in Davis, Bill Enns and a site visitor. the North American Riding for the Handi- attendees about the issue and its immediacy and provide Oklahoma. He currently works Bill Enns managed a camp and conference capped Association. Pat is a Past President concrete steps each horseman and horsewoman can take for Blessing Ranch in Livermore, center in British Columbia, Canada for 20 of the Virginia Horse Council and NARHA. to help save land for horses and horse-related activity. Colorado. years. In his time and with the help of the He is the Vice Chair of the American Horse CHA programming and CHA certification Bill Council’s State Horse Council Committee and his staff were able to develop a high qual- and the Past Vice Chair of the Virginia Horse Trail Encampment ity riding program for summer camp, outdoor Center. Having spoken in 42 states, Canada Dr. Josh Ballard Friday and Saturday all day – Kentucky Horse Park education and weekend retreats. Bill joined and Mexico on equine insurance topics and Dr. Ballard is a 2005 graduate of Scott, along with the rest of the vested posse, invites the board of CHA in 1991 and served as having written numerous articles on equine the Auburn University College you by the trail encampment to answer any questions President in 1998 - 2000. Since Bill completed insurance for various magazines, Pat is an of Veterinary Medicine. Follow- dealing with packing: such as knots, Dutch-oven his term as Past President in 2002 he has Phil Peterson expert in his field. He has also consulted with remained involved in volunteering on com- Phil Peterson currently resides in Ritzville, several state Horse Councils on the imple- ing graduation from vet school cooking, packing demonstrations with a regular saddle, mittees and presenting workshops at Regional WA with his wife Lisa. They have 4 married mentation of Equine Liability laws in their he completed a one year equine sawbuck, or Decker. So come on by and they will keep and International CHA conferences. Bill has children and 13 grandchildren. He has been individual states. Pat has been married for 44 veterinary internship at the Equine the coffee on for you. had a heart in promoting CHA in Canada in a camp director and horsemanship instructor years to Jackie and has four children and six Clinic at Oakencroft in upstate order to broaden the CHA membership base for the past 30 years in CA at Rawhide Ranch grandchildren. New York. Dr. Ballard is currently

6 • CHA International Conference 2008 CHA International Conference 2008 • 7 Dr. Robert Cook less opportunities for profitable horse businesses in the each other. Jon currently maintains his family’s ranch Hands-On Vaulting Dr. Cook, FRCVS, PhD is Professor of 39 billion dollar equine industry. With the help of 8 key where he starts colts, trains horses and people and raises Friday – 1:30 – 2:45 p.m. – Outdoor Arena at KHP Surgery Emeritus of Tufts University, strategies, Doug helps professionals focus on improv- beef cattle. In addition, Jon travels extensively between Tammi will be co-teaching this workshop with Patti Massachusetts. Since graduating from ing and shaping their businesses to create the ones they Montana, California, and Washington, conducting colt Skipton. Everyone should have the opportunity to ex- the Royal Veterinary College in Lon- have always wanted while maintaining a proper balance starting clinics, foundation and horsemanship clinics, perience the sport of vaulting. Not only does it increase don in 1952, he has, for most of his of work, rest and play. To learn more, please visit www. and cow working, roping, and ranch clinics. one’s strength and balance it is just plain fun and any- career, been a clinician, teacher and profitablehorsmen.com. one can do it! This workshop will focus on how you can researcher at Schools of Veterinary Desensitizing Your Horses to New Stimuli incorporate vaulting into your program with or without Medicine in the UK and USA. His How to Find and Keep Quality Friday – 10:30 – 11:45 a.m. – Outdoor Arena at KHP a horse. research has been focused on the head, neck and chest Part-Time and Full-Time Staff The horse has a primary instinct to protect and preserve of the horse. He is the founder of the Bitless Bridle. Thursday – 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. – Holiday Inn his own self interest. This demonstration is designed If you are like many professional horsemen, finding the to help riders better understand the horse’s reliance on Maureen Gallatin Let the Horses “Talk”: A Comparison of a Bitted right people to help you in your business is a challenge self-preservation and to provide guidance that the rider Maureen Gallatin describes what and Bitless Exercise Test on Four Horses because candidates with horse experience are limited, can use daily to help their horses work through various she does as giving people a leg Friday – 4:30 – 5:45 p.m. – Covered Arena at the KHP the rate of pay in the equine industry is low and much activities. Jon will focus specifically on safety for both up. Her unique brand of wisdom Four volunteers will each ride a school horse through of the work is unsupervised requiring employees with horse and rider while working through those “hot and warmth, humor and horse- the same 5-minute exercise test on two occasions. The good work habits. And to make matters more diffi- button” activities, including, flagging your horse, and manship is inspirational and en- first test will be in a snaffle bridle and the second test, cult, once you invest time and money in an employee, using tarps, ropes and sacks to desensitize them to the couraging. It’s been said that she immediately after, will be in a cross under bitless bridle they’re apt to be lured away by tempting offers else- outside world. is like a life coach through the (CBB). The only variable in the two tests will be the where. attend this session to find out how you can re- grid of horsemanship. She is a rein-aid. The probability is that none of the horses will cruit train and retain employees for your lesson, board- Colt Starting frequent speaker and consultant have been ridden in a CBB previously, so the session will ing and training horse business. You may be surprised to Saturday - 1:30 – 2:45 p.m. – Round Pen at KHP in the horse industry, with an demonstrate two things. First, it will show how a horse learn that finding and retaining good employees is not This is a perfect opportunity to watch Jon in action, emphasis on helping professionals to see where they fit adapts to the transition from bit to bitless. Secondly, it entirely about the money. demonstrating what he does best: the principals of best and what marketing efforts will get the best results. will demonstrate behavioral differences between the two providing you and your colt with a good foundation She is often involved in helping people start or main- tests. Dr. Cook will give a commentary on the tests and Does My Business Card Work? from day one. Jon will present basic horsemanship tain horse ministries. www.inspiredbyhorses.com provide a summary. CHA Instructor, Mitzi Summers, Thursday – Afternoon – Individual Sessions – Sign up at Registration principles that he uses to start colts under saddle, will act as the official judge but viewers will also be able Bring your business card (or business card ideas) and sit including, safety for both horse and rider, earning and Does My Business Card Work? to make their own appraisals. A discussion period con- one-on-one with Doug Emerson or Maureen Gallatin for keeping your horse’s respect, yielding and disengaging Thursday – Afternoon – Individual Sessions – Sign up at Registration cludes the session. a 15-minute personal consultation. the hind quarters and sacking out. Bring your business card (or business card ideas) and sit one-on-one with Doug Emerson or Maureen Gallatin for Are you a Leader? a 15-minute personal consultation. Tom Courneya Thursday – 6:30 – 7 p.m. – Holiday Inn Tammi Gainer Tom is the facility manager at the This keynote will address in a fun and entertaining way Having grown up around horses Jim Glunt Michigan Christian Youth Camp. His how you deal with daily situations in your life, whether Tammi began her professional Jim Glunt has been involved main function is to keep the camp with family, friends, work, the horses, etc. and whether equine career in 1989 as a trail guide with horses for over 30 years. in repair. He also helps teach horse or not you are a leader or a follower. There will be fun at a large ranch camp where she at- In the past, he has led the classes, riding skills, and leads trail group exercises and activities. Doug will give you insight tended her first CHA Standard Clinic horse operation at a resort rides. In his spare time, he does re- into how to be a better leader and one that other re- and became a certified instructor hotel, directed a youth camp pairs to the tack and minor doctoring spect, admire and look up to. in 1990. Tammi joined the instruc- of the horses. tor staff at Pegasus Farm, one of with an extensive horse the largest therapeutic equestrian program, and worked as a Leather Working Workshop & Jon Ensign centers in the United States, in the farrier. He currently owns Beginning Leather Repair Jon calls the Gallatin valley and spring of 1995. While working at the and operates Jim Glunt Equine Services, offering a Saturday – 10:30 – 11:45 p.m. – Round Pen at the KHP mountains around Bozeman Farm part-time and home schooling her three children, wide variety of support services to group horseback Come and learn how to do some simple tack repairs and Montana his home. Jon has spent Tammi also spent much time working under several riding programs. These services include staff selection, learn tips to care for your tack. the better part of his life there trainers in both reining and dressage and achieving development and training; program planning and working with horses. Initially, NARHA instructor certification.I n 2000, she achieved development; risk reviews; site planning; leadership; as a cowboy and ranch hand for CHA Master Level Instructor and clinic staff status and plus tack and saddle repair. He has been involved with Doug Emerson various large ranches local to the has since earned CI status in the IRD and Vaulting CHA since 1980, serving on various committees and Doug combined his expertise in Bozeman area, then onto the programs as well. Tammi was promoted to Equestrian the CHA Board. In addition to CHA events, Jim has led small business strategies with his professional rodeo circuit, and Director at Pegasus Farm where she manages all aspects workshops for a variety of regional and national groups, love of horses to create Profitable finally settling into a career as a full time horse trainer, of the equestrian programs that now include 250 plus including the Pennsylvania Equine Council (PEC), the Horseman, a company dedicated clinician, and rancher. With every challenge that Jon students each week participating in areas such as horse- American Camp Association (ACA) – Keystone Section, to helping professional horse- undertakes, he uses all of his experience, knowledge and manship, driving, vaulting and work programs. Since the YMCA, as well as the Pennsylvania State University men and horsewomen who are information, to develop a unique and long-term rela- 1998 she has been the coach of the Pegasus Vaulting (PSU). He is a CHA certified clinician and site visitor struggling with the business half tionship between horse and rider that benefits both par- Club; a twelve member team made up of program riders trainer and has had articles published in both The of the horse business. Doug is ties. His ultimate objective being a mutual partnership and community youth. Instructor and Camping Magazine. convinced that there are count- in which both horse and rider can understand and trust

8 • CHA International Conference 2008 CHA International Conference 2008 • 9 CHA InternationalKentu ckConferencey Horse Par kTentative in Lexington, Schedule KY of Events Saturday, November 1, 2008 Thursday, October 30, 2008 Breakfast on your own 10 a.m. – Noon registration – Holiday Inn Lexington North 9 a.m. - 10:15 scott Carter – Trail Encampment Topics – Trail Encampment – All Day 8:30 – 11:30 $$ Discover Your Best Business Strength – Doug Emerson/Maureen Gallatin – Extra fee required Jim Glunt – Saddle Fit Solutions for Group Riding Programs – Round Pen # Terry Williams (Jones) – Through the Judge’s Eyes – Covered Arena Noon Welcome Lunch – Holiday Inn Lexington North # Dale Rudin – Developing Confidence and Skills for Riding on a Loose Rein - Outdoor Arena World Equestrian Games 2010 Update – John Nickolson – Kentucky Horse Park CHA Annual Membership Meeting 10:30 - 11:45 # Karen Winn – How to Ride that Winning Dressage Test or Equitation Pattern – Covered Arena # Julie Goodnight – Teaching and Learning Equitation – Outdoor Arena 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. (IRD) Sanna Roling - Equestrian Life After Two Sidewalkers and a Horse Handler Tom Courneya – Leather Working Workshop & Beginning Leather Repair – Round Pen Doug Emerson – How to Find and Keep Quality Part and Full Time Staff Pat Mullins – Insurance Question and Answer Session Noon Lunch – Lew Sterrett – Relationship Training for Humans Taught to You by Your Horse – Covered Arena Regional Directors Meeting – Holiday Inn Restaurant 1:30 - 2:45 Julie Goodnight – Conformation Clinic – Outdoor Arena 2:45 – 3:45 p.m. Deb Balliet - Where Will You Ride Tomorrow? Loss of Land for Horses Reaches an Alarming Rate # Heidi Potter – Jumping 101 – Covered Arena Stephanie LaFarge – Helping Students Deal with the Grief of Losing a Horse Jon Ensign – Colt Starting – Round Pen Julie Goodnight – The Communicative Behavior of Horses * Doug Emerson/Maureen Gallatin – Does My Business Card Work? - Sign up for 15 min. session - free 3 – 4:15 p.m. # Lew Sterrett – Mounted Exercises to Improve your Riding – Covered Arena # Terry Williams (Jones) – Problem Rider vs. Problem Horse – Outdoor Arena 4 – 5 p.m. Aileen Gordon - USPC – Pony Club Riding Center Program Barbara Klatt & Robyn Gray, P.T. - Add a Unique Teaching Resource to your Bag of Tricks - Round Pen Linda Schultz – Marketing and Funding your Equine Programming Julie Suwyn – Volunteers - The Three “R’s” 4:30 - 5:45 # Jo-Anne Young – Gymnastic Development of the Lesson Horse – Covered Arena * Doug Emerson/Maureen Gallatin – Does My Business Card Work? – Sign up for 15 min. session - free # Mitzi Summers –Using Centered Riding to Work on Balance/Tenseness Issues in Riders – Outdoor Arena Doug Russo – AFA - Maintaining and Caring for the Hooves of the Older Horse – Round Pen 5:30 p.m. meet and Greet Reception – Holiday Inn Lexington North Doug Emerson – Are you a Leader? 7 p.m. CHA Awards Banquet – Holiday Inn Lexington North Past CHA Presidents Honored & Visitors will attend from other associations at the KY Horse Park 9 p.m. Closing of Silent Auction – Holiday Inn Lexington North

Friday, October 31, 2008 Sunday, November 2, 2008 Breakfast on your own Breakfast on Your Own 7:30 – 8:30 a.m. Clinic Staff Meeting – Holiday Inn Restaurant Tours on your Own: ➢ three Chimneys Thoroughbred Farm 9 – 10:15 a.m. scott Carter – Trail Encampment Topics – Trail Encampment – All Day ➢ Keeneland Fall Yearling Sale $ Jo-Anne Young – Semi–Private Dressage Lessons & Jon Ensign – Western Lessons – Outdoor Arena ➢ Kentucky Horse Park Tour Dr. Josh Ballard – Dental Care for the Older Horse – Round Pen ➢ Churchill Downs tour in Louisville, KY Tracy Walker – Five Things Every Driver Must Know - Covered Arena 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. % Equine U CPR and First Aid Certification Hands on Portion – Holiday Inn 10:30 - 11:45 Lynn O’Brien – Bits and Bitting – Round Pen 11 – 1 p.m. % Equine U CPR and First Aid Certification Hands on Portion – Holiday Inn # (IRD) Smokey Thornbury – Riding for At-Risk Youth – Covered Arena 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. CHA Site Accreditation Visitor Training – enroll by emailing [email protected] # Jon Ensign - Desensitizing Your Horses to New Stimuli – Outdoor Arena Lunch on Your Own 2 – 4 p.m. % Equine U CPR and First Aid Certification Hands on Portion – Holiday Inn Noon Lunch - Julie Goodnight – Reflexes & Riding – Controlling Your Fear & Mastering Mental Control 3 p.m. CHA Driving Certification pilot clinic begins – contact [email protected] for more information

1:30 - 2:45 Dr. Josh Ballard – Lameness Issues and How to Prevent and Treat Them – Round Pen Tammi Gainer/Patti Skipton – Hands-On Vaulting – Outdoor Arena # Julie Suwyn – Quick Corrections for Position - Covered Arena # Full conference participants may ride in one mounted presentation. Please bring own boots, correct riding attire and ASTM-SEI approved helmets. Sign up at the CHA registration desk at Holiday Inn Lexington North hotel. 3 – 4:15 p.m. # Lew Sterrett – Ground Work to Improve Your Riding - Outdoor Arena $ Registration and extra fee required. Sign up at CHA registration desk. # Julie Goodnight – Canter Departures and Lead Problems – Covered Arena $$ Registration and extra fee required. Sign up at www.InspiredByHorses.com/CHA.html or www.ProfitableHorseman.com/CHA.html ahead of time. Mitzi Summers – Half Halt Exercises – Round Pen * Sign up sheet will be available during conference registration at the hotel. 4:30 - 5:45 Heidi Potter – Gaining Confidence From the Ground Up – Round Pen (IRD) – Session is for all instructors, but will have information for IRD instructors specifically as well. # Jo-Anne Young – Developing the Rider’s Seat – Outdoor Arena % CPR and First Aid Certification requires a separate registration and separate fee and that written course work is complete online prior to attending the conference – # Dr. Robert Cook – Let the Horses Talk: Comparison of Bitted and Bitless Exercises – Covered Arena visit http://www.equineu.com/courses/cha.php to register. There are different times to sign up for and you only have to do one two-hour session and the online test that is required beforehand.

6 p.m. Dinner at the Trail Encampment or On Your Own - Halloween Costume Contest and Party

10 • CHA International Conference 2008 CHA International Conference 2008 • 11 Saddle Fit Solutions for Group Riding Programs Canter Departures & Lead Problems Robyn Gray Stephanie LaFarge Saturday – 9 – 10:15 a.m. – Round Pen at KHP Friday – 3 – 4:15 p.m. – Covered Arena at KHP A graduate of The Ohio State Dr. LaFarge is Senior Director of Coun- “Take home” application of saddle fit principles for both A thorough look at teaching your students to cue for University, Robyn has had a seling Services at ASPCA. She specializes horse and rider, and appropriate adjustment/compromis- canter, setting the horse up correctly for smooth depar- long, comprehensive career in in all aspects of the Human/Animal es for group riding programs. “Hands-on” process with tures and correct leads, plus training tips for fixing lead physical therapy (37 years) and Bond and maintains a 24/7 national primary focus on western saddles. Includes 10 recom- problems. has invested hundred of hours toll free Pet Loss Hotline to provide mendations for saddles most suitable for group programs. of continuing education for support to people grieving loss of their Teaching & Learning Equitation ongoing development of certifi- companion animal. Her work with Saturday – 10:30 – 11:45 a.m. – Outdoor Arena at KHP cations in equine rehab, eques- animals includes surrogate mothering Julie Goodnight How to analyze a rider’s ability, detect and prioritize trian fitness, pilates, yoga and orthopedic massage. Her of an infant chimpanzee in order to study sign language Julie is a full-time equine professional position problems and develop a plan to improve the own challenges as a novice adult rider helped form her acquisition and management of ASPCA AAT program. with more than a quarter-century of rider’s form and control of the horse with fun and chal- interest in the physical therapist’s role within a team She is a NARHA instructor and past chairman of EFMHA experience. Her varied background lenging exercises. approach to riding instruction. As a physical therapist, research committee. ranges from dressage and jumping her approach to equestrian performance and fitness is to racing, reining, colt-starting, and Quantitative Methods for Evaluating based on the quest for symmetry and balance that is so Helping Students Deal with wilderness riding. Julie’s extensive ex- Conformation & Suitability necessary for the partnership of horse and rider. Robyn the Grief of Losing a Horse perience training horses and riders has Saturday – 1:30 – 2:45 p.m. – Outdoor Arena at KHP integrates alternative/complementary approaches with Thursday – 2:45 – 3:45 p.m. – Holiday Inn earned her the moniker, “Communi- What is a “good shoulder?” This workshop provides a traditional physical therapy interventions and is a The loss of a beloved school horse is a possibility at any cating Clearly with Horses and Riders.” system of precise parameters for determining acceptable strong proponent of a holistic approach to rehabilita- riding center. This presentation will help you develop a She travels coast-to-coast and beyond much of the year values that indicate suitability for specific disciplines. tion, wellness, and fitness. Soft tissue mobilization, pi- plan for helping staff and students cope with this crisis. to horse expos, conferences and clinics to teach horses In this hands-on workshop, participants will utilize an lates, and yoga are the basis of her practice which deals The goal is to minimize stress while maximizing the and people about each other. Her training and teaching assortment of common measuring devices to obtain with the resolution of postural faults, fascial restrictions possibility of emotional growth and development that techniques are frequent features of Western Horseman, precise measurements from their assigned subject. They and movement dysfunction that fundamentally affect will benefit students in their lives beyond the riding Perfect Horse, Trail Rider, Equus, Certified Horseman- will then compare these measurements to “ideal” con- the rider of all disciplines. center. The following issues will be discussed: ship Association’s The Instructor and many other excel- formation values to determine the potential suitability • what to tell student about the decision to euthanize lent equine publications and websites. Her television of the subject. (Although it sounds very scientific and a horse. debut in July 2007 rounds out her multi-media appear- complicated, it is really quite simple!) Barbara Klatt • How to manage differences of opinion among staff ances. Julie is the official Spokesperson for CHA. Barbara N. Klatt is a CHA Clinic over the fate of a program horse. Instructor and Site Visitor, earn- • How to assess a student’s understanding of death The Communicative Behavior of Horses Aileen Gordon ing the Clinic Instructor of the Year and dying. Thursday – 2:45 – 3:45 p.m. – Holiday Inn Aileen is the Riding Center Liaison award in 2004. She is also certified as • when to consult with parents before speaking to Horses are extremely communicative, with a language for the United States Pony Clubs, an Instructor with the British Horse their children about the unexpected death of a horse. that includes gestures, body language and audible com- Inc, and responsible for working Society. Barbara has actively taught, • what kind of remembrance ceremony is appropriate munications. Horses are always communicating—and with the Committee to develop trained and competed in several for a culturally diverse group of students. they are not always saying what we want to hear. We’ll and administer the Riding Center disciplines for over 35 years. She currently teaches at take an in-depth look at the horse’s communication Program. Aileen made the move to Bookmark Farms, a hunter/jumper lesson and training Pat Mullins from a scientific point of view. Lexington, KY, when working with facility east of Columbus, Ohio. Her students range in A Virginia resident, Pat is the Direc- United State Equestrian Federation age from 4 - 60 years of age and include both casual and tor of Association Development for Reflexes & Riding-- Controlling Your as Assistant Director of Breeds and competitive riders. Barbara works with Robyn as her in- Markel Insurance Company. He has Fear & Mastering Mental Control Western Disciplines. She has also structor and colleague helping to develop the concepts designed Insurance programs for the Friday – Noon – Covered Arena at KHP worked with the American Saddlebred Horse Association of Robyn’s theories and putting them into practice in members of AQHA, APHA, National Emotions and reflexes—the movements your brain and as Administrative Assistant to the Executive Secretary. the riding school. body make without your conscious choice—present Aileen joined USPC in January of 2005 to work in the Reining Horse Association, American themselves when you’re fearful. Instead of riding or Membership and Development Departments. Farriers Association, Horsemen’s Be- working with your horse the way you’ve been taught, Add a Unique Teaching Resource nevolent and Protective Association, United Thorough- your emotions take over. We’ll take a look at a few com- Pony Club Riding Center Program to your Bag of Tricks bred Trainers, the Jockey’s Guild, the National Barrel mon mistakes riders make, explore their relationships Thursday – 4 - 5 p.m. – Holiday Inn Saturday – 3 – 4:15 p.m. – Round Pen at KHP Horse Association, and the North American Riding for to developmental reflexes and give you simple exercises Now in the third year of recognized USPC Riding Through body assessment and consultation with Bar- the Handicapped Association. Pat is a Past President to balance your brain and coordinate your body. Riding Centers, USPC is ready to expand the program. Learn bara, the instructor, Robyn Gray, PT, develops a indi- of the Virginia Horse Council and NARHA. He is the is a truly bi-lateral sport and coordination and balance about this new program, and how it works with facili- vidual program of “exercises” to move the rider beyond Vice Chair of the American Horse Council’s State Horse of the rider impacts the ability of the horse to perform. ties which have a current lesson program to offer the the limitations of their natural postural effect on their Council Committee and the Past Vice Chair of the Vir- Riding is also a sport that requires you to multi-task Pony Club program to their clients. Through the Riding riding seat. This, in turn, develops a higher level of ginia Horse Center. Having spoken in 42 states, Canada and uses your whole brain—seeing, feeling, responding, Center Program, Pony Club is able to reach children response from the horse, as a truer balance is found. and Mexico on equine insurance topics and having analyzing, and reacting without a glitch. Learn how to who have traditionally not been able to participate in “Exercises” may include soft tissue mobilization, pilates written numerous articles on equine insurance for teach riders to access all parts of their brains and en- Pony Club because they have not had access to their and yoga. This approach can be used as a team teaching various magazines, Pat is an expert in his field. He has hance their bilateral coordination and improve their own horse. approach in any discipline of riding. Step beyond the as- also consulted with several state Horse Councils on the riding and the horse’s performance. sumption that a rider will always have a certain position implementation of Equine Liability laws in their indi- challenge. Come find out how you can incorporate this vidual states. Pat has been married for 44 years to Jackie new and unique resource into your riding program. and has four children and six grandchildren.

12 • CHA International Conference 2008 CHA International Conference 2008 • 13 Heidi Potter Insurance Question and Answer Session Heidi is a full time instructor, trainer Equestrian Life After Two Sidewalkers horses in need of emotional and physical rehabilitation. Thursday – 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. – Holiday Inn and clinician. Her experience as a Level and a Horse Handler At the heart of her program is a whole horse “from the Come and get your questions answered about profes- III Centered Riding Instructor/Clinician Thursday – 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. – Holiday Inn hooves up and the brain out” approach. She empha- sional limited liability insurance, mortality insurance, enables her to help students of any disci- This session will provide a glimpse into the possibilities sizes relaxation and confidence, a strong horse-human facility insurance and much more! pline find im- proved balance, comfort and confidence for riders with disabilities and the ongoing benefits to connection, and the importance of proper physical in the saddle. She gains many skills and insights from the program. Not your ordinary outcomes, expect staff, development, comfort, and balance no matter the dis- her experience as a Martial Artist and a Yoga practi- clean tack, the really atrocious jobs completed at little or cipline or event. She is a contributing editor, columnist, John Nicholson tioner. Heidi is thankful to have studied under several NO cost all with safety in mind. Connect with the warm and feature writer in Horse Illustrated magazine. She A native of Winchester, KY, John has wonderful teachers, including Sally Swift, the founder fuzzies and solve horse issues, too. authors Young Rider magazine’s “Western Lessons,” and been Executive Director of the Ken- of Centered Riding©. As a CHA Clinic Instructor who has had articles published in Horses USA, The Popular tucky Horse Park since June 1997. is certified at the Master Level, Heidi always puts an Horse Series – The Quarter Horse, and The Paint Horse Prior to being appointed to this posi- emphasis on safety, whether working on the ground or Doug Russo Journal Directory. tion, he was the Horse Park’s Deputy in the saddle. She teaches, trains and conducts clinics Doug is one of only 16 American Far- Director. From 1994-96 he was Di- throughout the country, as well as at her family’s south- rier’s Association Certified Journey- Developing Confidence and Skills rector of Sales for the launch of the ern Vermont farm, Maple Ridge Stable. man Farriers in the state of Michigan. for Riding on a Loose Rein international equestrian trade show, He is a past board member of the AFA Saturday – 9 – 10:15 a.m. – Outdoor Arena at the KHP Equitana USA. He began his associa- Gaining Confidence From the Ground Up and current President of the Michigan Dale will demonstrate several exercises that make it tion with the Kentucky Horse Park from 1991-94 while Friday – 4:30 – 5:45 p.m. – Round Pen at the KHP Horseshoer’s Association. As profes- easy and fun for students to learn how to guide their serving as the Park’s Director of Operations. He is a This workshop is designed for those that would like sional full time farrier, he strongly be- mounts with their seat and legs. Using several different former President of the Kentucky Horse Council and to feel more confident working around and/or riding lieves that the trade is much more than a labor position. configurations of cones and poles, she will challenge her Chairman of the Kentucky Horse Fair. He served on the horses, as well as instructors that could use help instill- It is more of an art and science than many horse owners student-participants to use minimal rein contact while Board of Directors of the Horse Industry Alliance, ing confidence in their students. The exercises and ideas and farriers understand. Doug has spent countless hours maintaining balanced movement, consistent gaits, and a national marketing council for the equine industry. presented will help participants evaluate their fears and dissecting equine limbs and studying anatomy, as well a soft and responsive horse. Currently, he serves as President of the World Games then develop a plan to help them stay safe while build- as taking part in ongoing case studies. He competes in 2010 Foundation. ing (or re-building) confidence. Ground exercises for the forging competitions and believes in a simple approach horse as well as “self-help” exercises for the human will to hoof care where less is often more when it comes to Linda M. Schultz World Equestrian Games 2010 Update be explored and discussed. aiding and maintaining the equine hoof and limb. Doug Linda is currently the Director of Thursday – Noon – Holiday Inn has worked with dressage horses, hunter/jumpers, older Marketing for the United States Dres- This keynote speech will provide updates on the WEG Jumping 101 horses, trail, western pleasure, reining, and walking types. sage Federation in Lexington, KY. coming for the first time to the US in 2010 at the Ken- Saturday – 1:30 – 2:45 p.m. – Covered Arena at the KHP She has more than 20 years of profes- tucky Horse Park. Find out how you can get involved. This lesson is designed to show a safe and practical Maintaining and Caring for the sional marketing experience includ- progression of horse and rider as they journey into the Hooves of the Older Horse ing positions as President of her world of jumping. Obtaining correct jumping position Saturday – 4:30 – 5:45 p.m. – Round Pen at the KHP own consulting firm, the Director of Lynn O’Brien and exercises to help riders and instructors evaluate Trimming seems like such a simple practice, but when Marketing for Family Office Exchange Lynn serves as a Resource Educator readiness will be included. It will progress to building a horse’s angles are not maintained properly damage and Sr. Online Web Manager for Smith Bucklin and for Cornell Cooperative Extension confidence, balance and proper form over ground poles, to soft tissue structures can often develop. Horses that Associates, the world’s largest association management of Allegan County, working with cavaletti and possibly the first jump. already suffer from these ailments can often be relieved firm. As a dressage professional, she managed a full-care beginning farmers, livestock pro- from some or possibly all of their symptoms through training facility and acted as groom and riding assistant ducers and in the area of natural sound and regular trimming practices. We will discuss to David DeWispelaere. Under Mr. DeWispelaere’s tute- resources enhancement. As a youth Sanna Roling the needs of older horses that are barefoot or shod and lage, she moved up six levels in dressage and schooled educator, she conducted year-round Sanna has been a CHA certified instruc- those on a budget. Grand Prix. She began riding in 1978 and won numer- activities for the county 4-H pro- tor since 1983. She is the founder of three ous amateur hunter championships before beginning gram and operated the annually separate programs for persons with dis- with dressage in 1989. She is an associate instructor with 4-H Horsemanship Camp Program. abilities, past member of standards, IRD Dale Rudin the USDF and holds a BA in Journalism from Northern Lynn holds a Bachelor of Science and Master of Educa- and several manual committees, NARHA Dale has 25 years experience training Illinois University and an MBA in Marketing from Keller tion from Cornell University. Lynn was the Secretary on instructor and currently a State of Texas horses for pleasure and competition, Graduate School of Management. the CHA Board of Directors until just recently. She won Teacher certified inS pecial Education and and teaching people how to better un- CHA Volunteer of the Year in 2007 and operates a small Secondary Math. As Founder, President, and Instructor derstand horses. A native of Southern horse boarding & training facility in Western New York. Sanna has taken Dream Catcher Stables Inc. from an California, Dale relocated to Middle Marketing and Funding organization with 1 horse and a $5,000 debt to a public Tennessee in the fall of 2006. It was a Your Equine Programming Bits and Bitting charity 7 horses, over 40 riders, a dedicated group of vol- Kentucky horse show that introduced Thursday – 4 – 5 p.m. – Holiday Inn Friday – 10:30 – 11:45 a.m. – Round Pen at KHP unteers and the no frills bare bones annual budget in the Dale to the South and inspired her to Learn the basic marketing principles big companies use This workshop will cover selection, use and adjust- bank. Her all-volunteer program currently teaches horse- trade in her urban lifestyle for a horse-friendly life in the to drive the success of their products and services and ment of bits for all disciplines of riding and driving manship to persons with disabilities and youth at-risk, country. Since her move east, Dale has been sharing her understand how to apply them to your equine programs to enhance communication with the horse. Also, tips utilizes adjudicated youth for menial jobs, and creates a “Performance Through Partnership”™ techniques as a to create your success. Dozens of tips and ideas plus for “reading” your horse, activities for teaching others truly inclusionary community. In her 40 hour a week job, clinician and instructor. She also starts youngsters under interactive games designed to stimulate ideas and build about bits, and suggested references for horseman of all Sanna assists students with disabilities in achieving the saddle, prepares horses for the show ring, and helps your network of marketing partners. levels of experience will be shared. same academic success as persons without disabilities.

14 • CHA International Conference 2008 CHA International Conference 2008 • 15 Patti Skipton Julie Suwyn Tracy Walker Patti has over 30 years of experience Mounted Exercises to Improve your Riding Julie has been involved in Therapeu- Tracy is the head driving instructor with both camp vaulting and com- Saturday – 3 – 4:15 p.m. – Covered Arena tic Riding for over 20 years. She is and trainer at the Kentucky Horse Park, petitive teams. She has started and/or Having learned how to better prepare your horse to ride a NARHA Advanced Instructor and where she has been employed for nearly taught in six camp vaulting programs from ground exercises, now you can experience the ben- IRD Clinic Instructor. Julie is an Oc- 28 years. Through her extensive experi- and has given numerous clinics about efits of disengaging and engaging your horse for a safer cupational Therapy Assistant and is ence in the equine industry as an in- the benefits of vaulting and how to and more responsive workout. employed in an out- patient rehab structor and student she has developed start a program. In 1994, she coached facility near her home in Hastings, an effective system of training both the the team that represented the USA at the Michigan. In addition to her thera- horse and driver. Tracy focuses on fundamentals and World Equestrian Games in Holland. In 1996, she was Mitzi Summers peutic background, she is also a CHA safety, the skills which form the foundation of any suc- the coach of the Friendship Vaulting Team that per- Mitzi has been a CHA Clinician for Clinic Instructor and Level 1 Centered Riding Instruc- cessful driving team. She is excited to be a part of the formed in the Atlanta Olympics. Patti currently lives in many years as well as a Level IV tor. Julie and her husband stay busy with 4 children, 5 2008 CHA conference. Those interested in additional WA with her husband who is the Horsemanship Direc- Centered Riding Instructor. She has grandchildren, 2 horses, a dog and a huge garden. educational opportunities with Tracy should visit the tor for Warm Beach Christian Camp and Conference given clinics throughout the United KHP www.kyhorsepark.com. Center. Patti coaches the Warm Beach Vaulters who are States, Europe, and New Zealand, Volunteers - The Three “R’s” sponsored by the camp. Warm Beach Vaulters are the often teaching and certifying other Thursday – 4 – 5 p.m. – Holiday Inn Five Things Every Driver Must Know Trot Team National Champions for 2007 and 2008. instructors. She has also judged for Recruitment, Retention, and Rewards. Explore the rea- Friday – 9 – 10:15 a.m. – Covered Arena at the KHP many years, attaining her American sons volunteers choose to donate their time and why Through years of experience it’s obvious that without Hands-On Vaulting Judging Association Certification in Hunt Seat, Stock they do or don’t keep coming back. Learn to meet their the sound knowledge of the fundamentals of driving, Friday – 1:30 – 2:45 p.m. – Outdoor Arena at KHP Seat and Saddle Seat. She has shown successfully in unique needs to create a win-win situation for volun- unsafe practices and bad habits can form quickly. This Patti will be co-teaching this workshop with Tammi many disciplines including dressage, open jumping, teers and your programs. class will touch on topics such as; cart balance, driv- Gainer. Everyone should have the opportunity to experi- and western. She rode and traveled at one time with ing position, choice of harness and fit, developing clear ence the sport of vaulting. Not only does it increase one’s the Royal Lipizzan Stallion Tour, and also attended the Quick Corrections for Position communication between you and your horse, and will strength and balance it is just plain fun and anyone can Northern School of Equitation in Ormskirk, England. Friday – 1:30 – 2:45 p.m. – Covered Arena at the KHP also discuss the importance of a trained driving groom. do it! This workshop will focus on how you can incorpo- Mitzi has been the head instructor-trainer and direc- Develop your eye to find the root cause of position This strong foundation and understanding of equip- rate vaulting into your program with or without a horse. tor at several stables throughout her career, but now problems. Learn simple exercises that quickly fix most ment, horse, and techniques will ensure a successful enjoys free-lancing. Traveling to barns throughout the position problems and can be easily used in group rid- driving team, whether for pleasure or competition. Lew Sterrett US and Europe, she enjoys helping people learn to train ing programs. Lew Sterrett PhD is no stranger to their horses in a non-abusive way. Her business is now CHA, having served as President SUMMERSET.Summers Equine Theory), in which she Terry Williams (Jones) of CHA for 7 years. Manual revi- holds workshops for owners, instructors, and trainers. Smokey Thornbury Terry is a 1984 graduate of Otterbein Col- sion and national standardization Mitzi can be reached at [email protected] or at Born on a Working farm in South lege in Ohio with a Bachelor’s Degree in were among his primary concerns www.MitziSummers.com. Wales, NY to a blacksmith sire and Equine Science and Stable Management. for CHA’s improvement. Serv- a teacher dam, Smokey’s first horse She has been a Clinic Instructor with CHA ing as the executive director for Half Halt Exercises was a retired steeple chaser, just since 1988, and a certified instructor since Miracle Mountain Ranch since 1977, a leadership train- Friday – 3 – 4:15 p.m. – Round Pen at the KHP perfect for a 13-year-old kid who 1985 earning her ACI rating in 1986. Terry ing center, Lew’s outreach has grown extensively. Recog- Mitzi will lead the participants through a series of did not know much! Her first real is also a Clinic Instructor for the Equine Facility Manage- nized for outreach under the banner of Sermon on the ground exercises, some alone, some with partners, job was trail leader for Emery Park ment Program, a certifiedO vernight Guide, a site visitor , Mount, Principle Based Training, and Leaders by Heart, to delve into the art of the half halt. The half halt is Hack stables while in high school and CHA’s Region 4 Director. Terry has taught both in year Lew travels extensively addressing a wide variety of needs sometimes allowed to have an aura of the mystic, and and a Counselor for Long Acres girls camp. Smokey round residential camps and privately. She has been on the and interest groups. His many published resources, along is often taught incorrectly, or fairly late in the rider’s took a few lessons and soon found herself riding green Approved List of Ohio 4H Judges since 1995. For the past with a regular TX program, supportive training program education. Instructors and participants will learn how jumpers and jumping triple bars! She went on to ride ten years she managed a large thoroughbred breeding/ provide a sound base from which people may grow in to teach the essence of a half halt to a beginner rider, and teach hunters & jumpers and whip for huntsman in training farm in Ohio. Terry is currently attending nursing their personal development, their horsemanship, and so that the student will know how to use it when they London, Ontario and in Ohio. Smokey went to work for school at The Christ College of Nursing in Cincinnati to leadership skills. In these values and skills Lew represents are ready. She will also explain the intricacies of the half the Randolph Children’s Home where she taught little allow her more time for her personal horses. She resides the heart of CHA wherever he goes. halt as riding progresses. Randolph Renegades to ride. These kids were one step with her family in Blanchester, Ohio. away from jail and were often abused. Smokey learned Ground Work to Improve Your Riding Using Centered Riding to Work on so much from councilors, child care workers and of Friday – 3 – 4:15 p.m. – Outdoor Arena at the KHP Balance and Tenseness Issues in Riders course the kids themselves. Double your investment by making sure your ground work Saturday – 4:30 – 5:45 p.m. – Outdoor Arena at the KHP has direct returns in your horse’s response under saddle. Horses and Riders can become tense and nervous for Riding for At-Risk Youth many reasons. Lack of communication and understand- Friday – 10:30 – 11:45 a.m. – Covered Arena at the KHP Relationship Training for Humans ing between riding partners is a common factor. This This session will introduce you to working with at-risk Taught to You by Your Horse can often be a direct result of the inability of the horse youth in a riding program. Come and learn how to Saturday – Noon – Covered Arena at the KHP to understand the aids the rider is attempting to give. show an atmosphere of non-judgmental acceptance by Understand the 5 essentials in every tension/conflict This workshop will work on balance and tenseness horse and instructor. and how to respond effectively. Learn how to improve issues which are often a result of such miscommunica- your human and equine relationship. tion. Energy is also a large part of this process and will be addressed and demonstrated.

16 • CHA International Conference 2008 CHA International Conference 2008 • 17 Through the Judge’s Eyes JoAnne Young Saturday – 9 – 10:15 a.m. – Covered Arena at the KHP JoAnne has been teaching riding “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” This rings true and training horses for over 40 at most horse shows. We are either riding the horse, or years, and is happy that she is our student or child is riding it. How much are we really still learning. Every student and paying attention to the other horses? Can we evaluate every horse bring fresh challeng- the competition honestly? What is the judge looking for es that keep life interesting. Has in a pleasure horse? Attend this session and gain more been privileged and blessed be- insight about what a judge is looking for in a show class. yond her wildest dreams to study with such wonderful instructors Problem Rider vs. Problem Horse as Walter Zettl (dressage coach Saturday – 3 – 4:15 p.m. – Outdoor Arena at the KHP to Canadian event team when they won bronze at Los How many of us send our horses with problems to train- Angeles Olympics), Molly Sivewright (FEI judge and ers to fix them, only to have the problem resurface again past chair of the Fellows of the British Horse Society), a few months later? Wouldn’t it be nice to be able to fix Carel Eijkenaar (FEI judge), and Doris Halstead (Physical the real problem? Terry specializes in teaching riders how Therapist and author of “Releasing the Potential: Physi- to fix their own problems.M ost problems have common cal Therapy Modalities for Horse and Rider.”) She is the threads. Attend this session and learn what they are. author of the M.A. thesis: “Preparing students for riding instructor certification through college curricula.”

Karen Winn Semi-Private Dressage Lessons Karen grew up riding hunters in Friday – 9 – 10:15 a.m. – Outdoor Arena Princeton, NJ. She was active on Take a semi private riding lesson from JoAnne in the Intercollegiate Riding Team and dressage. Extra fee is required and can be paid at Equestrian Drill Team while obtain- registration. ing her degree in Animal Science from the University of Massachu- Developing the Rider’s Seat setts, and later coached riding at the Friday – 4:30 – 5:45 p.m. – Outdoor Arena at the KHP University of Kentucky and Midway Do you have students who want to ride at an advanced College. Karen is an “R” Dressage Judge, an “R” Event- level? Here are exercises to help you identify their needs ing Judge and Technical Delegate, and an FEI Eventing and to help the riders advance in skill and confidence. Judge, TD, and Chief Steward. She has judged numerous Three-Day Events and dressage shows in both the Gymnastic Development of the Lesson Horse US and Canada. After obtaining her Accounting degree Saturday – 4:30 – 5:45 p.m. – Covered Arena at the KHP from UK, Karen served as Business Manager of the If you have aspiring upper level riders, you need upper American Hanoverian Society, and is currently the Fi- level lesson horses to teach them on. If budget con- nance Director for the United States Pony Clubs. Karen straints prevent you shopping for a schoolmaster, here is lives in Lexington, KY, with her husband Joe Carr. She how to develop and maintain your own. The workshop has shown in dressage through the International levels, focus is on the steps to do that, and how to recognize and is currently competing a homebred Thoroughbred when the horse is ready to advance to the next level. in eventing and dressage. Give Away and Raffle Sponsors! How to Ride that Winning American Quarter Horse Association Dressage Test or Equitation Pattern American Youth Horse Council Saturday – 10:30 – 11:45 a.m. – Covered Arena at the KHP Andis Company Riding a dressage test or equitation pattern asks you to Bitless Bridle put your basic riding skills to work to show how effec- Equisure, Inc. Heidi Potter – Maple Ridge Stable tive a rider you are. Each piece of a dressage test or equi- Holiday Inn Lexington North tation pattern asks you to demonstrate a particular skill Horse Harmony – set. For instance, can you maintain an energetic, rhyth- Marilyn Ward, DVM mic trot, showing correct bend and balance around Julie Fershtman, Esq. the whole circle, making the circle the right size and Lexington Convention & Visitors Bureau shape, all while maintaining your correct basic position Lynn O’Brien in the saddle? We will learn to dissect a pattern or test Pine Cove Conference Center into various pieces, analyze what skills are emphasized in Tyler, Texas – Tim Alderson ADVERTISERS CHA Donations...... BC Kentucky Horse Council...... IBC in each piece, assess what the judge will be looking for, Spalding Labs AYHC...... BC Equisure...... 05 Horse Harmony – Marilyn Ward...... IBC Trafalgar Square Books then try to perfect your demonstration. Jim Glunt...... 17 Andis Clippers...... IFC University of Louisville...... IBC Troxel Performance Headgear CHA 2009 Conference...... BC CHA Saddle Raffle...... 05 Th an k you S ilent A u c tion

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