HORSEMANSHIP WITH OBSTACLES
NEW DATES - MARCH 14-15, 2020
NEW LOCATION - DEEP CANYON RANCH,
BLACK CANYON CITY, AZ
DUE TO THE CHANGE OF DATES AND LOCATION, THERE ARE A FEW SPOTS AVAILABLE IN OUR CLINICS.
EasGary and Carole Wilder are volunteers partnering with Bethany’s Gait in creating opportunities for our fellow equine enthusiasts. Our goal is to create an enjoyable environment where we challenge ourselves and our horses to advance our skills while enjoying the friendship and camaraderie of other riders. The upside of this is that all proceeds go directly to benefit a fantastic 501(c)(3) charity – Bethany’s Gait - to support their programs.
Bethany's Gait is dedicated to "Rescuing Horses, Restoring Lives". The programs offered by Bethany's Gait were created specifically for active duty, reserve and veteran military personnel, first responders and their families. One of the things that makes the program unique is that Bethany's Gait is also a horse rescue. They have found that bringing the rescue horses together with the people offers a dynamic situation where horses and humans heal through a bond that is developed based on unconditional love, unwavering trust and a keen understanding of what the other has been through. Bethany's Gait is a 501(c)(3) non-profit ranch in Prescott, AZ.
----- WE RIDE TO GIVE BACK -----
CHARITY EVENT BENEFITTING BETHANY'S GAIT, PRESCOTT, AZ
Join us at Deep Canyon Ranch located in Black Canyon City, AZ. located approximately 20 miles north of Phoenix at the base of the beautiful Bradshaw Mountain Range. Easy access off of I-17. Plenty of parking for big rigs. Dry camping. Horse water available. Electricity for crockpots. Port-A-Potty. Questions: call Susan at 520-686-0657, Yvonne at 520-705-5307, Gary at 928-595-0428 or Carole at 602-686-2435 email: glwild@hotmail.com
This is a clinic we have always wanted to do and we thank Susan Shuford (520-686-0657) and Yvonne Corley (520-705-53070 for heading up the first clinic. Gary and Carole are assisting Susan and Yvonne.
This two-day clinic is designed to help you understand the finer points of horsemanship by using soft and effective cues to "whisper" instructions to your horse. This clinic will support, encourage and give pointers to those new to the sport or those looking to improve their scores at horse obstacle competitions.
We have 8 clinicians, judges and buckle series winners from last season participating with teaching, providing pointers and showing techniques to improve your horsemanship skills, riding skills and scoring at our contests. Horsemanship work will be done in a large group setting and obstacle work will be done in a small group setting.
There will be ample time to apply the skills you have learned during the practice time where you will receive direct one-on-one feedback.
Ride one day or both days!!! Register now -- Don't be left out!!! SIGN UP CLOSES ON MARCH 9.
No arrival before noon on Thursday please.
This facility has soft ground - shoes/boots optional.
CONTEST - Saturday night potluck - "Best Chicken Dish" wins $20 cash prize.
NO MEMBERSHIP FEES!!!!
Fees
ONLINE REGISTRATION FEES PAYABLE BY MARCH 8:
- Adult: $100.00 registration fee both days; $60.00 for one day
- Youth: $50.00 registration fee for both days; $30.00 day one day
LATE REGISTRATION PAYABLE AFTER MARCH 8- CASH ONLY PLEASE - PAYABLE AT REGISTRATION TABLE DAY OF EVENT:
- Adult: $110.00 registration fee both days; $70.00 for one day
- Youth: $60.00 registration fee for boith days; $40.00 for one day
IF LATE ENTRY, CALL GARY AT 928-595-0428 OR CAROLE AT 602-686-2435 TO SECURE EVENT SPOT AND PAY ON SITE.
ADDITIONAL FEES - CASH ONLY PLEASE - PAYABLE AT REGISTRATION TABLE DAY OF EVENT::
- Facility Use Fee: $10.00 per day per rider
- Dry camping fee: $10.00 per night per rig.
-- NO pens available. You can bring your own portable stalls, high ties, electric, etc.
-- Horse water available.
-- Manure: When leaving, scatter in field.
-- DOGS: All dogs must be on a leash at all times. If left unattended they must be kept in your trailer and not disturb other people. PLEASE PICK UP AFTER YOUR DOG. NO DOGS ALLOWED ON THE TRAIL. THIS IS COYOTE COUNTRY - DO NOT TIE YOUR DOG OUTSIDE AND LEAVE IT.
AGENDA
SATURDAY, MARCH 14 - CLINIC
8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Check In
8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Clinicians Meeting
9:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. Riders Meetings
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Horsemanship Training (horse tacked up, halter on, bring bridle)
12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m. Lunch on your own
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. All Riders on Course
5:00 p.m. Potluck Saturday Night - Favorite Chicken Dish
SUNDAY, MARCH 15 - CLINIC
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Check In
8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Clinicians Meeting
8:30 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. Riders Meeting
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Horsemanship Training (horse tacked up, halter on, bring bridle)
10:00 a.m.- 12:00 noon Riders on Course
12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m. Lunch on your own
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. All Riders back on Course
3:30 p.m. Clean up - Leave for Home
DIRECTIONS: Deep Canyon Ranch, 18181 E. Deep Canyon Trail, Black Canyon City, AZ 85324
Please use these directions. GPS will get you lost!!!
On I-17 headed toward Flagstaff, turn off at exit 244 (Chilleens Restaurant corner). Turn left at first stop sign. Turn left at second stop sign on to Old Black Canyon Highway. After about one-half mile, turn right on to Deep Canyon Trail, cross Old Black Canyon Creek and keep following the road.