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Watch our
Video's and
Slide Shows
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Click on button below
to Buy Sherry's Book
"Win Your Horse's Heart"
(And Be a Better Horseman)
It is also available on
Amazon, Barns & Noble, or call
or e-mail Sherry
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Sherry is certified by:
* AAHS (American Asso. of Horsemanship Safety)
* EAGALA (Equine Asisted Growth and Learning Asso.)
* NEA Nebraska Education Assoc.
She is a member of
*NHC Nebraska Horse Council
*USEF (US Equestrian
Federation)
* AQHA American Quarter Horse Asso.
* PNHSC Parelli Natural Horsemanship Savvy Club
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"Sandhills Horse Sense"
is devoted to promoting
relationships and
choices that lead to
a positive future.
Sherry is now an
EAGALA Certified
Horse Professional
working in conjunction
with Melissa Dearmont &
Mid-West Country Clinic
L.E.A.D.
"Leadership through
Equine Assited
Development"
will help you with
building relationships,
problem solving,
attitudes & behaviors,
conflict & stress,
responsibilities,
positive choices,
and much more.
By appointment!
Classes & Retreats
Call 1-866-757-3853
or 1-402-684-2908
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Our Friendly Warning: There is always some risk involved in horse training for both you and the horse. Horses can cause serious injury.
Be sensible and don’t attempt anything that is outside your comfort level.
Any information on this website or that we present through any of our programs are intended to illustrate how we apply our training techniques with success.
However you are responsible for using this information wisely. If you don’t feel comfortable with your abilities or an exercise, don’t do it!
Seek advice or assistance from a professional before attempting things beyond your skill or confidence level.
Stay on the "high side of trouble".
Keep it natural and above all KEEP IT SAFE!
Warmly,
Sherry
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2009/2010 CLINIC & CAMP SCHEDULE
Keep scrolling down for dates or click on Quick Links!
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Private Lesson day format at homebase arenas:
This is a sample and can remain flexible according to individual needs
8:00-10:00 Lesson #1
10:00-12:00 Lesson #2
12:00-1:00 Break
1:00-3:00 Lesson #3
3:00-5:00 Lesson #4
5:00-6:00 break
6:00-8:00 Lesson #5
8:00-10:00 Lesson #6
It is sometimes quite challenging to get everyone scheduled, and I normally fill up. So please check with me to reserve your private time as soon as possible.
Unless you are real sick or there is an emergency, please keep your scheduled time to avoid a schedule charge. 308-730-2150
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MINI CLINIC with FREE TRAIL RIDE
available at Sherry's House starting again next spring on Wednesdays,
or upon special request any open weekend or day Sherry is home.
Remaining 2009 Dates:
Nov. 4, 11, 18
2010 Dates
March 10, 17, 24, 31
April 7, 14, 21, 28
May 5, 12, 19, 26
June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
July 7, 14, 21, 28
Aug 4, 11, 18 25
Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27,
Nov. 3, 10, 17
Make plans to ride in the sandhills in 2010 as we will continue these mini clinics on Wed.
Individual instruction in the morning followed by a Free Trail Ride in the afternoon (Very easy trails)
Only accepting 4-6 riders. It only takes two to make a day of it, so Call a friend now and join in the FUN!
Call Sherry at 308-730-2150 for more details.
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2009/2010 Schedule of Events
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DATE
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LOCATION
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DESCRIPTION
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CONTACT
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Oct. 23-26, 2009
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Omaha and Lincoln
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Private Lessons
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Sherry 308-730-2150
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Nov. 8, 2009
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Broken Bow
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Study Group/Private Lessons
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Sherry 308-730-2150
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Nov. 13-16, 2009
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Omaha and Lincoln
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Private Lessons
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Sherry 308-730-2150
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Nov. 28, 2009
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Broken Bow
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Play Day/Study Group
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Sherry 308-730-2150
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Dec. 6, 2009
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Burwell, NE
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Christmas Party/Study Group
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Sherry 308-730-2150
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Dec. 11-14, 2009
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Omaha and Lincoln
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Private Lessons
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Sherry 308-730-2150
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Jan. 10, 2010
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Broken Bow
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Study Group
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Sherry 308-730-2150
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Jan. 15-18
Back up date Jan. 22-25
Jan. 23
Back up date Jan. 30
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Omaha and Lincoln
Hastings Community College
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Private Lessons
Equine Psychology/Behavior
Class ($35/person)
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Sherry 308-730-2150
Susan Rinker 402-461-2431
srinker@cccneb.edu
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Feb. 7
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Broken Bow
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Study Group
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Call Sherry 308-730-2150
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Feb. 12-15
Back up date 19-22
Feb. 20
Back up date Feb. 27
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Omaha and Lincoln
Hastings Community College
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Private Lessons
Equine Exercise/Simulation
Class ($35/person)
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Sherry 308-730-2150
Susan Rinker 402-461-2431
srinker@cccneb.edu
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March 6-7
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Rapid City, SD
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Black Hills HOrse Expo
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Sherry 308-730-2150
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March 12-14
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Lincoln, NE
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NE Horse Expo
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Sherry 308-730-2150
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March 19-22
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Omaha and Lincoln
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Clinic and Private Lessons
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Sherry 308-730-2150
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March 28
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Broken Bow
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Play Day Study Group
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Sherry 308-730-2150
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DATE
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CONTACT
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April 1- April 30
Second session is Aug. 26 - Sept. 27
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Burwell, NE
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Young Horse Handling and Development with Apprentices
If you need a horse worked with or a young one started, we can help
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Sherry 308-730-2150
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April 17-18
Sept. 4-5
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Burwell, NE
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Young Horse Development Demonstration
If you want to come watch young horses in training this class is for you. Auditors only.
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Sherry 308-730-2150
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May 14-17
May 29-31
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Burwell, NE
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Women's Confident Leadership Camp
Trail Ride Camp for the Whole Family
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Sherry 308-730-2150
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June 4-6
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Holyoke, CO
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4-H and Adult Clinic,
plus private lessons
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Sherry 308-730-2150
Renee Weis rweis@chase3000.com
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June 11-14
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Burwell, NE
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Women's Confident Leadership Camp (Full!)
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Sherry 308-730-2150
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June 22-24
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Burwell, NE
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Youth Horsemanship Camp (12 yrs. old and up)
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Sherry 308-730-2150
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June 28-30
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Burwell, NE
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Youth Parent Horsemanship Camp (12 yrs old and under)
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Sherry 308-730-2150
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July 9-12
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Burwell, NE
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Women's Confident Leadership Camp
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Sherry 308-730-2150
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July 19-21
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Burwell, NE
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Youth Horsemanship Camp (12 yrs. old and up)
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Sherry 308-730-2150
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July 26-28
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Burwell, NE
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Youth Parent Horsemanship Camp (12 yrs old and under)
Youth Parent Horsemanship Camp (12 yrs old and under)
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Sherry 308-730-2150
Call Alyce Carter 307-334-2625
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Aug. 1-8
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Lusk, WY
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Private Clinic/Lessons
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Sherry 308-730-2150
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Aug. 13-16
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Burwell, NE
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Women's Confident Leadership Camp
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Sherry 308-730-2150
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Sept. 3-5
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Burwell, NE
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Trail Ride Camp for the whole family
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Sherry 308-730-2150
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Sept. 10-13
Oct. 1-4
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Burwell, NE
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Women's Confident Leadership Camp`
Alumni Women's Camp
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Sherry 308-730-2150
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2010 Clinic Schedule is still being developed.
I have people in WY, CA, SD, CO, MO and TX asking me to come.
If you would like to host a clinic you can ride for FREE!
Please let me know as soon as possible so I can start getting the 2010 schedule finalized.
Thanks,
Sherry
Fall Schedule
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Calamus Outfitters Ranch, or the Home of Heart in Your Hand Horsemanship near Burwell, Ne
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Omaha Monthly Private lesson
Hetra Barn, in Valley,
View Point Farms, Bennigton,
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Lincoln Monthly Private Lessons
BKT Arena
Seville Stables,
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Study Group Dates
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Clinic in Other Locations
More Dates coming soon for 2010
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May 14-17;
Women's Confident Leadership Camp
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Jan. 15-16
Back up date 22-23
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Jan 17-18
Back up date 24-25
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Broken Bow Group
Nov. 8, 2009
Nov. 28, 2009
Jan. 10, 2010
Feb. 7, 2010
March 28, 2010
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Young Horse Development
(Taking horses in Burwell for training)
April 1-30
Aug. 26-Sept. 27
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June 4-6
Trail Ride Camp for the whole family
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Feb. 12-13
Back up date 19-20
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Feb. 14-15
Back up date 21-22
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Christmas Party at Sherry's in Burwell,
Dec. 6, 2009
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June 11-14
Women's Confident Leadership Camp
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March 19-20
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March 21-22
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June 22-24
Youth Horsemanship Camp
(12 yrs old and up)
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April 23-24
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April 25-26
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June 28-30
Youth/Parent Horsemanship Camp(12 yrs. old and under)
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May 21-22
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May 23-24
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July 9-12
Women's Confident Leadership Camp
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June 18-19
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June 20
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July 19-21
Youth Horsemanship Camp
(12 yrs old and up)
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July 23-24
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July 25
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July 26-28
Youth/Parent Horsemanship Camp (12 yrs. old and under)
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Aug 20-21
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Aug 22-23
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Aug 7-8
Trail Ride Camp for the whole family
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Sept. 17-18
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Sept. 19-20
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Aug. 13-16
Women's Confident Leadership Camp
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Oct. 15-16
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Oct. 17-18
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Sept. 3-5
Trail Ride Camp for the whole family
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Nov. 12-13
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Nov. 14-15
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Sept. 10-13
Women's Confident Leadership Camp
Oct. 1-4 Alumni Womens Camp
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Dec. 10-11
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Dec. 12-13
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Please Register as soon as possible!
DON'T WAIT!
All classes are a first come first serve basis and we only accept a limited number per class to ensure individual instruction.
Dates are subject to change according to # of participants and weather.
If you want to host a clinic on a weekend date where I have private lessons at one of the above arenas, please call me at least a month in advance and I will be able to rearrange the schedule.
I am always available for private lessons at my place in Burwell when I am not on the road or at a clinic in the evenings, call to make special arrangements, 308-730-2150
(EBD) indicates Early Bird Discount
Register with a deposit by this deadline and receive a discount on tuition
All deposits are refundable if I cancel for an unforseen reason.
All other deposits are transferrable to another date if an emergency arrises. Upon approval only, it must be a real emergency and we need reasonable advanced notice
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Camp Information
2010 SUMMER CAMPS YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS
WOMEN'S CONFIDENT LEADERSHIP CAMP
YOUTH HORSEMANSHIP & LEADERSHIP CAMPS
YOUTH PARENT LEADERSHIP & HORSEMANSHIP CAMPS
COWBOY/COWGIRL TRAIL RIDE CAMP FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
at CALAMUS OUTFITTERS RANCH near Burwell, NE
Do you want to be even more confident?
Do you want to have greater leadership skills?
Do you want to develop a deeper relationship with your horse?
Do you want to be able to communicate more effectively?
Do you want to be safer yet and have even more fun?
Then SIGN UP NOW for a camp where you will be saturated in a horse expereince which will lead you to new discoveries about your horse and yourself.
Go to registration page for form.
Only accepting 6 to 12 participants for these special camps to ensure individual instruction and special attention!
SPOTS WIL FILL UP FAST! SO REGISTER NOW WITH A DEPOSIT TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT!
If an real emergency comes up for you and you are unable to attend, we can apply your deposit to other lessons, clinics or camps (by approval only). Advanced notice is required and it must be a real emergency to qualify.
We understand that things can happen, so we will remain as flexible as possible.
Waiting list available!
WEEKEND OR WEEKDAYS?
The reason for having some camps during the week days as opposed to the weekend is because the lodges at the Calamus Outfitters Ranch are already booked up for the weekends next summer.
The only thing left availabe are the cabins.
So you can see how critical advance registrations are. The ranch is a busy and very popular place.
You will love it!
4 Day Women's Confident Leadership Camps
Accomadations in modern comfortable Lodge or cabins with homecooked meals.
Maximum 12 students
Indoor and Outdoor Arena, round pens, play ground, and trail rides.
Swimming, tanking and lease horses are available, but are not included in the price quote below.
Horse lease is an extra $100 includes tack.
Cost of 4 day camp is $900 includes:
Lodging $200;
Meals $100;
Pen for (1) horse $40;
Classroom & misc. supplies $20;
12 hrs. of Instruction is only $130 a day,
which is under $11 per hour;
Note: If you come the night before supper is not included. If you do not come the night before the cost of the camp is $50 less.
3 Day Youth Leadership/Horsemanship Camps
Must be 12-18 years old because parent will not be attending.
Accomadations in cabin that sleep up to six
Only taking 6 students
Cost of camp is $700 includes:
Lodging $150;
Meals $75;
Pen for (1)horse $30;
Classroom & misc. supplies $20;
12 hours of Instruction is only $140 a day,
which is only about $11/per hour.
Last year some kids stayed an extra day they were having so much fun and learning so much, this can be arranged.
Lease a horse for $100 extra includes tack.
Swimming, tanking, tubing, canoes and kiyaks are also available but are extra.
Note: If you come the night before supper is not included. If you do not come the night before the cost of the camp is $50 less
3 Day Youth/Parent Leaderhsip/Horsemanship Camps
6-14 years old accompanied by a parent who can also participate in the activties. (ages remain flexible)
Accomadations in cabins that sleep six. (2 cabins available)
Maximum 6 kids with one parent for each child.
Lease a horse for $100 extra, includes tack.
Cost of camp is $900 for a pair which includes:
Lodging $300;
Meals $150;
Pens for (2)horses $60;
Classroom & misc. supplies $25;
12 hours of Instruction is only $120 a day for two people, which is only $10/per hour.
Parent instruction is essentially FREE!
Note: If you come the night before supper is not included. If you do not come the night before the cost of the camp is $100 less.
3 Day Cowboy/Cowgirl Trail Ride Camp with Cattle Drive
Accomadations in modern comfortable Lodge or Cabins
Maximum 12 Cowboys/Cowgirls
Arena, round pens, play ground, trail rides.
Swimming, fishing, tanking, canoes, tubing, available for an extra fee.
Lease a horse for $100 extra, includes tack.
Cost of 3 day camp is $700/person.
Lodging $150;
Meals $75;
Pen for (1) horse $30;
Classroom & misc. supplies $20;
12 hours of Instruction is only $140 a day,
which is only about $11/per hour.
Discount for couples Save $200 Cost is $1200
Discount for three in the family Save $350 Cost is $1750
Discount for four in the family Save $500 Cost is $2300.
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Demonstration Locations
AND INSPIRATIONAL SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
We are looking for demonstration locations such as county fairs, equine related events, stables, horseclubs etc.
These demonstrations are a cost effective way to introduce horselovers to natural horsemanship ideas which can lead to a safer and more enjoyable relationship with your horse.
They are also inspirational and educational.
Speaking of inspirational we also do motivational speaking engagments. Horse related topics of course!
Please contact us, if you know of an excellent location for such an event.
Thanks,
Sherry
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Our Vision and Mission Statements
How will you benefit from our services?
Our aim is to help both the horse and rider become even more successful
by presenting a balanced foundation from which you can build
a confident, trusting, respectful relationship,
without sacrificing the spirit of either the horse or the human.
Our Vision is to offer every horse lover an even better partnership with your horse
so you both enjoy a safe ride with confidence and harmony.
Our programs are more than just riding lessons.
Our mission is to present individualized programs designed
to meet the needs of horse lovers so you become even better horsemen.
These programs include: camps, clinics, private lessons, internships, demonstrations,
videos, and books which provide instruction that leads to self-discovery
about understanding the horse, clear communication and leadership skills
so you have more fun and success with horses.
Who can benefit from our horsemanship instruction?
Anyone who loves horses and has a desire to learn about
interacting with horses from the horses point of view with true feel.
What are the benefits of our programs?
Better:
Communication
Understanding
Leadership
Confidence
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