Equine body practitioner Debbie Davies will be back in Fayetteville on Tuesday, April 17th.
She will be at Jasper Springs Stables right off Hwy 45 and Crossover.  Debbie was in town about six weeks ago and did some phenomenal body work with a number of horses.   The interest was so great, we have asked her back for another session.

I am scheduling horses for Debbie to see if any of you have a horse with physical, behavioral or emotional problems that you would like to bring.  She charges $85/hr - most treatments take from 1 to 2 hours.  Below is a short description of Debbie's experience and training.  

If you have further questions, would like to schedule for that day or need directions for auditing, please contact Marsha Wyatt at Double Diamond T Ranch ddtranch@yahoo.com or call (918) 774-4828 .

Deborah is a former international competitor in 3-Day Eventing and Dressage, a former judge and a certified Quantum Energetics Practitioner. She developed her interest in bio mechanics, performance and the emotional, physical and mental relationship of the equine athlete during her years competing.  Deborah combines her body work modalities with her education and knowledge of the equine body to support the function of the system and promote optimum health, support, balance and well being.  Deborah is a Certified Connected Riding Instructor for Peggy Cummings and is in her last year of studies at the Vluggen Institute of Equine Osteopathy and Education. It is through her lifelong love of horses and teaching that she has developed a series of educational lectures, workshops and training programs to maintain and bring harmony to the human/equine relationship.  This bond supports the dance of balance that must be nurtured for optimal health and well being.

 

March 17th and 18th – Pauline Whitaker Animal Science Arena

(Exit 66 off I540) onto Hwy 112 South to 1335 W. Knapp

Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701 (479-575-2169)
reisranch.com

Dennis and Deborah Reis have dedicated their lives to the goal of reaching as many people as they can with their proven Universal Horsemanship methods. Enhance any riding discipline without the use of fear, pain or intimidation. Speaking to Horses embraces the natural development of respect, communication and trust.

The 13th Annual University of Arkansas Horse Festival will be Friday, April 13th and Saturday April 14th, 2012 at the Pauline Whitaker Animal Science Arena in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

Friday at 7 PM

The world famous American Vaulting Association Friendship Team Vaulters will conduct their first clinic in our region.  Attend this clinic to see how Vaulters learn to perform dance movements and gymnastics on the horseback.  After revealing how they train for this demanding sport, the Vaulters will delight the audience with some of their demonstrations, including somersaults, handstands, and cartwheels to music while on the back of a moving horse.  A question and answer period will follow the evening show.

Saturday 12 noon and 3:30 PM

AVA team members will be featured again in two entertaining and educational horse exhibition shows. The first show starts at 12 p.m. and the second at 3:30 p.m.All profits from this fundraising event support the students and activities in the D. E. King Equine Program. The shows are produced by students in Introduction To The Equine Industry class and with the help of community volunteers.  
For more information, including the schedule of events, times and ticket information visit www.horsefestival.org  or call 479-575-8423.

Renown equine body practitioner Debbie Davies will be here  Sunday, March 4th.  She is making a special visit to see the horse of a friend, whose horse a very damaged mare (both mentally and physically) that Debbie will be helping through some issues.  This is an impromptu visit, outside of Debbie's regular schedule.

Debbie is willing to see a few more horses on that day if any of you have a horse with physical, behavioral or emotional problems that you would like to bring.  

Below is a short description of Debbie's experience and training.  For more information on Debbie and her approach you can go to:   equestrianeducation@juno.com    or www.equineselfexpression.com.

Deborah is a former international competitor in 3-Day Eventing and Dressage, a former judge and a certified Quantum Energetics Practitioner. She developed her interest in bio mechanics, performance and the emotional, physical and mental relationship of the equine athlete during her years competing.  Deborah combines her body work modalities with her education and knowledge of the equine body to support the function of the system and promote optimum health, support, balance and well being.  Deborah is a Certified Connected Riding Instructor for Peggy Cummings and is in her last year of studies at the Vluggen Institute of Equine Osteopathy and Education. It is through her lifelong love of horses and teaching that she has developed a series of educational lectures, workshops and training programs to maintain and bring harmony to the human/equine relationship.  This bond supports the dance of balance that must be nurtured for optimal health and well being.

If you have further questions or need directions, please contact e.

Marsha Wyatt

ddtranch@yahoo.com or call (918) 774-4828.

I am pleased to tell you that Ricky Quinn will be returning to NW Arkansas the end of March!   An extraordinary horseman who follows the vaquero traditions, Ricky will be offering a four day clinic with two classes.  The morning class will be Colt Starting/Troubled horses.   In this session, Ricky encourages you to bring young horses or horses with behavior issues.  Ricky will address each horse as an individual, one on one.  He will help you learn to understand and deal with your horse through specific exercises that address the problems.   Those horses who are not safe under saddle or just starting under saddle will be ridden by Ricky until you and he feel you are capable of participating.
 
The afternoon class is Fundamental Horsemanship.  This class will expand the morning session, taking the exercises to a new level of softness and understanding for you and your horse.  This is also an excellent class to build a horse that is already going well by further developing balance, timing and feel.
 

Ricky rode with Buck Brannaman for 10 years and his clinics exactly parallel Buck's style.  He travels internationally will his clinics and is becoming well known for his effective, clear style.  Buck will not be returning to this area until 2013, so here is your chance to experience vaquero horsemanship from an outstanding instructor.
 
The clinic will be held at Willow Springs Ranch in Prairie Grove, AR.  The facility has a phenomenal Coverall arena, inside stalls, roomy outside pens and RV parking.  Reasonably priced hotels are within 10 minutes drive.   The dates are:  March 29th thru April 1st.  The cost is $400/person/class and you may ride in one or both classes.  A $100 deposit is required by March 15th to hold your spot.  Stalls are $25/nite, outside pens are $15/nite, Rv hookups (electric and water) are $15/nite.  Current coggins is required.  Auditors are welcome.
 
For further information go to www.rickyquinnclinics.com or call me at (918) 774-4828.    
 
If you are planning to make one clinic this year, this might be your best choice!

May 5th, 2012 -  Ponderosa Horse Camp, Pineville, Missouri

Benefit Ride for the NWA Children's Shelter/ Sponsored by the NW Arkansas Gaited Horse Club

$15 per person riding

 Riding out: 10:00 AM (Bring your own lunch or snack)

Auction: 3:00 PM   Tack, Art, Gift Certificates  (Donations Welcome)

BBQ Dinner: 5:30 PM  $10 Donation for Adults, $5 for Kids

Performance and Bonfire: 7:00 PM - Cowboy Poet Dennis Simpson from Fordland, Missouri

Packages: $20 Adult Ride/Dinner (Ages 13 and up)      $15 Kids Ride/Dinner

Information and Registration:

Meika Bartlett (479) 756-5255 EMAIL: meika29@cox.net

David Turnbow (479) 935-4242 EMAIL: sdavidturnbow@aol.com

Camping Reservations: Call Debbie at Ponderosa Horse Camp (417)223-4081

EMAIL: dkp7210@olemac.net     The Ponderosa has electric and water hook-up, covered stalls.  come early and stay late to ride with friends and the Gaited Horse Club

Current Negative Coggins Required     

Ride:

• Mountain Trails
• Easy Logging roads
• Obstacle Course
• River Valley

Link to ONLINE CATALOG

Every horseman in Northwest Arkansas has been touched by the generosity and help that the Cranston family has so willingly given throughout the years.   Shirley Cranston has been diagnosed with cancer.  Out-of-pocket expenses for Shirley’s cancer treatments are insurmountable.  Horsemen have a way of coming together when times are rough for one of their own.  Join us for a fundraising dinner on

November 5, 2011.  Mark your calendar, spread the word, invite your friends!  Open your pocketbooks and give what you can to help Mel and Shirley.

If you can help with the fundraiser, contact: Chuck Hicks 479.466.1432
Date:        November 5, 2011
Time:        5:30 pm - ?
Place:       Parson’s Rodeo Grounds, Springdale
Food:    Smoked whole-hog; Cornish game hens; plenty of sides!
Entertainment:    2 bands:  Rebel Ridge Band & Jake Cranston duo
        Breeder’s Cup televised  Silent Auction!       To-Go dinners available!

Can’t make the Fundraiser but want to help?  A special account has been set up at
The Bank of Fayetteville for Shirley.  Please send donations to:
The Bank of Fayetteville
Shirley Cranston    Att: Chuck Bonnell AVP
1846 N Crossover Rd.   Fayetteville Arkansas  72701

When:     Saturday, December 10,  2011
Time:      10:00 am, call  530-5959 in case of inclement weather    
Where:    Misty River Farms, Huntsville, AR
Contact:   Diane Gooderl, 479-530-5959
        deercreekfarm@hughes.net, RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
Cost:        Hunting is complimentary for riders 18 and under.
Mounted Adults, $30, includes post-hunt feast.                    Post-hunt feast:  Juniors, non-member, non-riding adults, $10.
        
Schedule
10:00 am – Riders mounted, guests introduced, junior riders invited to ride with Master of Foxhounds, Whipper-in, Huntsman and Fieldmaster.  Three groups will ride:  Field riders, which will jump 3’ coops, the Hilltoppers, which will not jump but will follow the action and a slower 3od field.  Western riders welcome.

10:15 am – Hunting begins!  The hay wagon departs with non-riding members and guests to follow hunting action.

1:30 pm – Hunting concludes, traditional post–hunt feast.

Protective headgear, liability release and current Coggins required.   Show attire is appropriate but not required.  Limited over-night accommodations available for horses and riders.  Contact Diane for RESERVATIONS and directions.  

According to Arkansas Law, An Equine Activity Sponsor is not liable for an injury to, or death of, a participant in equine activities resulting form the inherent risk of equine activities.

University of Arkansas’ Razorback Roundup Horse Auction

Our on-line catalogue is up!  We have 18 horses for sale this year, and have many different breeds and disciplines represented. This year's auction has some of the most wonderful horses ever.  Even if you are not interested in purchasing a horse, please join us to support our students.  Mark your calendars today!
Date:    Saturday, November 19, 2011
Time:    1:00    Close Inspection.  Meet the student trainers and horses
             2:30    Individual horse demonstrations
             4:30    Horse Auction
Concessions stand open.  Proceeds will benefit Block & Bridle and Pre-vet Clubs.  
Visit www.razorbackroundup.org to see the on-line catalogue.
Visit the YouTube site RazorbackRoundupSale to see video clips of many of our horses
Hope to see you there!