I hold senior judge cards in AMHR, ASPC/Modern, and APSC/Classic. I have been honored to judge AMHR Nationals in the US as well as New Zealand. I also hold an AMHA judge's card.
Clinics & Seminars:
It has been my pleasure to conduct seminars on showing at halter, fitting, conditioning, and starting the driving horse.
2008 Clinic/Seminar Schedule:
Feb. 17th - Farrier clinic - Learn about the structure of the hoof and learn what to look for to make sure that your farrier is doing what is necessary for you miniature horse and/or learn how to trim your miniatures yourself. $35/participant - 11am - 3:30pm - you will be able to bring your own horse to practice on if you want. I hope to have farrier tools available for purchase that day.
Mar. 16th - Driving Clinic - Learn the basic ground work skills necessary to break a miniature horse to drive. $75/participant with horse, $35/audit - 10am - 4pm - limit of 10 horses, register early. There will be additional driving clinics throughout the year building on each other.
Apr. 20th - Grooming Clinic - Learn the fine art of clipping and grooming the miniature horse for show. Learn how to sculpt the face with or without razoring. New AMHR Rule to come into effect in 2009 - Horses to be penalized for razoring of the face. Learn how to get that clean razored appearance without using a razor. $50/participant with horse, $25 audit - 11am - 2pm
May 17th - Showing Clinic - Learn basic showing skills for miniature horses. Understand horse psychology and getting the most at the show from your horse. Learn what the judge is looking for and how they process the information and determine class placings. $35/participant - 11am - ? We will follow the instruction with a fun show with prizes and awards.
For more information please contact me.