I had a lot of fun during the day. We split into two groups; Laurel and Carissa did handling and Lew and I did riding skills. We all supervised and helped the kids saddle their horses and then split into our groups. We checked their equipment to make sure it was all safe. Then Lew and I did riding skills with the kids and had them weave cones in the center of the arena. We made mop ponies during lunch so the horseless kids would have some fun and could use the ponies to practice their skills on. Everyone had a lot of fun during the program. I think everything went smoothly but next time we should bring more mop ponies because all of the kids wanted to make one.
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Warren County
Warren County Camp Giddy Up Go!
I had a lot of fun during the day. We split into two groups; Laurel and Carissa did handling and Lew and I did riding skills. We all supervised and helped the kids saddle their horses and then split into our groups. We checked their equipment to make sure it was all safe. Then Lew and I did riding skills with the kids and had them weave cones in the center of the arena. We made mop ponies during lunch so the horseless kids would have some fun and could use the ponies to practice their skills on. Everyone had a lot of fun during the program. I think everything went smoothly but next time we should bring more mop ponies because all of the kids wanted to make one.
I had a lot of fun during the day. We split into two groups; Laurel and Carissa did handling and Lew and I did riding skills. We all supervised and helped the kids saddle their horses and then split into our groups. We checked their equipment to make sure it was all safe. Then Lew and I did riding skills with the kids and had them weave cones in the center of the arena. We made mop ponies during lunch so the horseless kids would have some fun and could use the ponies to practice their skills on. Everyone had a lot of fun during the program. I think everything went smoothly but next time we should bring more mop ponies because all of the kids wanted to make one.
Thursday, May 24, 2012
Distric VII Camp-Bedford
Thanks to Paige, Laurel, and Leah for traveling to Bedford to help at the District VII camp!! There were 53 campers and another 25 counselors and adult volunteers there. The team members assisted in teaching level 1 and 2 skills during the morning, and a variety of activities in the afternoon, including leg wrapping, parts of the horse, and lungeing in the afternoon. Their assistance is always appreciated in District 7. Thanks for helping out!!
The next event I have scheduled with Team Horse Power help, is a weekend in Elk County. I am looking forward to working with Alexis, Laurel, Fran, Leah, and Carissa. We will be working with members on handling and riding skills. The date for Elk County is June 9th. I am looking forward to tent camping for the weekend!!
The next event I have scheduled with Team Horse Power help, is a weekend in Elk County. I am looking forward to working with Alexis, Laurel, Fran, Leah, and Carissa. We will be working with members on handling and riding skills. The date for Elk County is June 9th. I am looking forward to tent camping for the weekend!!
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Camp Giddy Up Go!!
Camp Giddy Up Go in Warren County was very successful this past Saturday. Thanks Laurel, Carissa, and Angela for your assistance! You did a great job:)
There were 42 participants, with 8 of them being horseless! We made mop ponies with the horseless members before lunch. Several of the participants who had horses there were wishing they could make mop ponies as well.
During the riding sessions, we worked on basic riding skills, discussing how correct position and correct use of aids will get the best performance from your horse, regardless of your discipline.
Everyone seemed to learn a lot, and had a good time!! Thanks Warren County for having us!!!!
There were 42 participants, with 8 of them being horseless! We made mop ponies with the horseless members before lunch. Several of the participants who had horses there were wishing they could make mop ponies as well.
During the riding sessions, we worked on basic riding skills, discussing how correct position and correct use of aids will get the best performance from your horse, regardless of your discipline.
Everyone seemed to learn a lot, and had a good time!! Thanks Warren County for having us!!!!
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Tuesday, May 8, 2012
Camp Giddy Up Go
I am looking forward to spending this Saturday, May 12th in Warren County at the Camp Giddy Up Go!! This will be my first time helping out with this program. Coming to camp as well are Team Horse Power members, Laurel, Carissa, Angela, and Leah. It will be great to have them helping the youth with their riding and handling abilities at the camp. The weather is predicted to be sunny on Saturday. What more could we ask for? Horses, kids, and sunshine:) Sounds like a great day!
This past Sunday I spent the day with 30 members of the McKean County 4-H horse program. We worked on the ground, with everyone learning to take their horses pulse and respiration. Also temperature. And we demonstrated how to check capillary refill and do a skin pinch test to determine possible dehydration. After this, we watched a video about Competitive Trail Riding. After lunch, we set up some obstacles in the ring that you would see in a Trail class. Several of the riders worked on opening and closing a rope gate, schooling their horse to cross a wooden bridge, and getting their horse to go into and back out of a dog leg. Also the riders were able to go on a trail ride in several small groups. What a great way to spend a sunny Sunday!!
This past Sunday I spent the day with 30 members of the McKean County 4-H horse program. We worked on the ground, with everyone learning to take their horses pulse and respiration. Also temperature. And we demonstrated how to check capillary refill and do a skin pinch test to determine possible dehydration. After this, we watched a video about Competitive Trail Riding. After lunch, we set up some obstacles in the ring that you would see in a Trail class. Several of the riders worked on opening and closing a rope gate, schooling their horse to cross a wooden bridge, and getting their horse to go into and back out of a dog leg. Also the riders were able to go on a trail ride in several small groups. What a great way to spend a sunny Sunday!!
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Happy May!!
We have now entered the month of May! This is what I think of as the start of summer. Outdoor horse shows are starting to take place, horses are mostly shed out. If you haven't been riding all winter, you are now starting to get your horse fit for clinics, shows, trail rides, and whatever else you participate in. In fairness to your horse, be sure you put the time into conditioning, and don't start riding like they are as fit as they might have been at the end of the last season. For them to give you their best, you have to have them ready to go.
Good luck at your shows and competitions this month and this summer. Enjoy your time spent with your horse and with your horse friends!
Good luck at your shows and competitions this month and this summer. Enjoy your time spent with your horse and with your horse friends!
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