FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Time Warner Cable announces addition of RFD-TV IN SOUTH CAROLINA AND PARTS OF NORTH CAROLINA
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (December 30, 2009) –Time Warner Cable and RFD-TV, LLC announce today that RFD-TV is now available to Time Warner Cable’s optional HD Premium tier subscribers in South Carolina, and areas of North Carolina(check your local listings for channel number).
RFD-TV, an independent ten-year-old cable network, part of Rural Media Group, is the leading television network that serves the Rural Lifestyle marketplace 24 hours a day. RFD-TV ‘s high quality family-oriented programming covers four core interest areas – Agricultural News and Information, Equine and Western Lifestyle, Music and Entertainment and Rural Lifestyle.
"We are excited to provide Time Warner Cable viewers in the communities of Charlotte, Greensboro, Raleigh, Fayetteville, Wilmington and South Carolina the chance to experience the wide variety of rural lifestyle programming available on RFD-TV” says Carolyn J. Clayton, Director of Affiliate Sales and Marketing for RFD-TV’s South East Region. “We are delighted Time Warner Cable recognizes RFD-TV as an option to provide more diverse programming to rural lifestyle enthusiasts.”
“The programming on RFD-TV reflects the interests of customers we serve in the rural parts of North and South Carolina,” says Dan Santelle, vice president of programming, Time Warner Cable Carolina Region. “RFD-TV’s agriculture and family-oriented content is a great addition to Time Warner Cable’s diverse lineup.”
About RFD-TV, LLC
Launched in December of 2000 and now beginning its 10th year of broadcasting, RFD-TV is the nation's first 24-hour television channel dedicated to serving the needs and interests of rural America with programming focused on agriculture, equine, rural lifestyle, along with traditional country music and entertainment. The channel is now distributed into over 40 million homes worldwide by DBS and cable systems including DISH Network, DIRECTV, Comcast, Verizon FiOS TV, Mediacom, Charter, Bresnan, Time Warner Cable, Cox, SKY, Freesat and over 600 independent rural cable systems. Production originates in studios located in Nashville, Tennessee for RFD-TV and RFD HD, and now London, England for RURAL TV, the company’s new international channel which launched throughout the UK in March/2009. RFD-TV The Magazine now has over 160,000 paid subscribers for its bi-monthly publication, and the company continues to operate RFD-TV The Theatre in Branson, Missouri.
www.rfdtv.com <http://www.rfdtv.com>
About Time Warner Cable
Time Warner Cable’s Carolina Region provides video, Internet and telephone services to more than 2.1 million residential and business customers in more than 400 cities and towns across North and South Carolina. Time Warner Cable is the second-largest cable operator in the U.S., with technologically advanced, well-clustered systems located in five geographic areas-New York State, the Carolinas, Ohio, southern California and Texas. Time Warner Cable serves more than 14 million customers who subscribe to one or more of its video, high-speed data and voice services. Time Warner Cable Business Class offers a suite of phone, Internet, Ethernet and cable television services to businesses of all sizes. Time Warner Cable Media sales, the advertising arm of Time Warner Cable, offers national, regional and local companies innovative advertising solutions that are targeted and affordable. More information about the services of Time Warner Cable is available at www.timewarnercable.com <http://www.timewarnercable.com/> , www.twcbc.com <http://www.twcbc.com/> , and www.twcmediasales.com <http://www.twcmediasales.com/> .
CONTACT:
RFD-TV: Cathie Lowe, Cathie@rfdtv.com <mailto:Cathie@rfdtv.com> , 615.620.9239
Time Warner Cable: Melissa Buscher, Melissa.buscher@twcable.com <mailto:Melissa.buscher@twcable.com> , 919.654.4618
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Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Cox Announces Addition of RFD-TV in KS and AR
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Cox announces addition of RFD-TV
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (December 22, 2009) –Cox and RFD-TV, LLC announce today that RFD-TV—Rural America’s Most Important Network—is now available to CoxVariety tier subscribers in Kansas, on channel 214 and in Arkansas, on channel 162.
RFD-TV, an independent ten-year-old cable network, part of Rural Media Group, is the only television network that serves the Rural Lifestyle marketplace 24 hours a day. RFD-TV ‘s high quality family-oriented programming covers four core interest areas – Agricultural News and Information, Equine and Western Lifestyle, Music and Entertainment and Rural Lifestyle.
“We are so pleased to be adding this much-requested channel to our Cox Digital Cable lineup,” said Kimberly Edmunds, senior vice president and general manager of Cox Kansas/Arkansas. “Our coverage area includes many communities that epitomize the values and lifestyle of rural America, and we know our customers are going to enjoy what RFD-TV has to offer.”
“The Kansas/Arkansas Cox system is a perfect match to be RFD-TV’s first Cox partner and the timing couldn’t be any better with RFD-TV’s spectacular coverage of the Rose Parade and Equestfest just around the corner” said Manda Patrick, Senior Director of Affiliate Sales.
About RFD-TV, LLC
Launched in December of 2000 and now beginning its 10th year of broadcasting, RFD-TV is the nation's first 24-hour television channel dedicated to serving the needs and interests of rural America with programming focused on agriculture, equine, rural lifestyle, along with traditional country music and entertainment. The channel is now distributed into over 40 million homes worldwide by DBS and cable systems including DISH Network, DIRECTV, Comcast, Verizon FiOS TV, Mediacom, Charter, Bresnan, Time Warner, Cox, SKY, Freesat and over 600 independent rural cable systems. Production originates in studios located in Nashville, Tennessee for RFD-TV and RFD HD, and now London, England for RURAL TV, the company’s new international channel which launched throughout the UK in March/2009. RFD-TV The Magazine now has over 160,000 paid subscribers for its bi-monthly publication, and the company continues to operate RFD-TV The Theatre in Branson, Missouri.
www.rfdtv.com
About Cox
Cox Communications is a broadband communications and entertainment company, providing advanced digital video, Internet, telephone and wireless services over its own nationwide IP network. The third-largest U.S. cable TV company, Cox serves 6.2 million residences and businesses. Cox Business is a facilities-based provider of voice, video and data solutions for commercial customers and Cox Media is a full-service provider of national and local cable spot and new media advertising. Cox Communications wholly owns and operates Travel Channel. Cox is known for pioneering efforts in cable telephone and commercial services, industry-leading customer care and its outstanding workplaces. For six years, Cox has been recognized as the top operator for women by Women in Cable Telecommunication; for four years, Cox has ranked among DiversityInc’s Top 50 Companies for Diversity; and the company holds a perfect score in the Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality Index. More information about Cox Communications, a wholly owned subsidiary of Cox Enterprises, is available at www.cox.com and www.coxmedia.com
AHP Newsgroup: RFD-TV Star and Horse Trainer Julie Goodnight is the Latest Sponsor of the International Equestrian Festival
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 23, 2009
RFD-TV STAR AND HORSE TRAINER JULIE GOODNIGHT IS THE LATEST SPONSOR OF THE INTERNATIONAL EQUESTRIAN FESTIVAL
CONTACT: Kimberly E. Brown
859.223.2010
kimberly@horsecapitalproductions.com
Lexington, KY – Best known for her award-winning reality television show Horse Master, airing weekly on RFD-TV, trainer and clinician Julie Goodnight has signed on as an official sponsor of the International Equestrian Festival (IEF) and will present clinics daily in downtown Lexington, KY, September 25-October 10, 2010. Horse Capital Productions, a Lexington-based company, is producing the event. Goodnight has prepared a full curriculum of horse training topics to cover and demonstrate daily as part of the Kentucky Horse Council’s First Time Owner seminar series to be held at IEF. She will also be on hand daily to answer questions and help horse lovers learn about her full line of tack, training DVDs, and wares in her extensive shopping area, “Goodnight Village,” which includes Kestar Boots and Circle Y Saddles, among others.
Horse Master with Julie Goodnight is a popular program airing on RFD-TV in which Goodnight helps horse owners to “makeover” their relationship with their horses and solve specific behavior and riding-related tasks. During her 25-year career in the horse industry, she has developed expertise in multiple disciplines, including dressage, racing, jumping, reining, driving and colt-starting. She grew up riding on Florida’s hunter-jumper circuit then exercised race horses on the track while working through college in Arizona then stayed out West to lead wilderness rides and finally began combining all to form her unique brand of natural horsemanship and classic riding training.
In addition to her television work, Goodnight teaches numerous clinics ( focusing on “Classic Skills for a Natural Ride”) across the country, as well as writing columns that appear in many regional publications throughout North America. Goodnight’s training techniques are featured regularly in Horse & Rider (where she’s a member of Team Horse & Rider) and The Trail Rider.
Goodnight also serves as the International Spokesperson for the Certified Horse Association. In 2008, she was named Equine Affaire’s Exceptional Equestrian Educator—one of only three to ever receive the award.
"We are excited to be a part of the expansion of the Julie Goodnight brand at the International Equestrian Festival. She is an icon in equestrian education and she has a massive fan following. With her educational techniques and the Goodnight Village on board, we know we have all the right tools to meet the goals of the ‘up and coming’ rider in a way they've never had access to before,” stated Anne Buchanan, CEO of Horse Capital Productions.
Goodnight will present daily during the 16-day festival.
“I’m really looking forward to working together with the IEF and the Kentucky Horse Council to offer educational programs to horse owners and to the diverse crowd of horse enthusiasts during the World Games,” Goodnight says. “It’s a unique opportunity and I am thrilled to be a part if it!
Horse Capital Productions also supports the Kentucky Horse Council, a nonprofit organization dedicated, through education, to the protection, growth and development of the equine industry in Kentucky.
To learn more about Julie Goodnight, to watch free clips from her TV show and to read articles in her free Training Library, please visit http://www.juliegoodnight.com <http://www.juliegoodnight.com/> . You’ll also find her on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/julie.goodnight
Horse Capital Productions, LLC promotes entertainment, education, and tourism for the horse industry with large-scale events production and web-based education and entertainment solutions. The 2010 International Equestrian Festival, a Horse Capital Productions event, is a 16-day festival designed to fill downtown Lexington with fun, shopping, participatory events, exhibits and high-end retailers from around the world, providing a high-energy, multifaceted entertainment experience for the hundreds of thousands of people attracted by the World Equestrian Games. Horse Capital Productions is based in Lexington, the heart of Kentucky bluegrass horse country, and operates under the philosophy of doing what is right for the horse, the community and the international sport of horses.
December 23, 2009
RFD-TV STAR AND HORSE TRAINER JULIE GOODNIGHT IS THE LATEST SPONSOR OF THE INTERNATIONAL EQUESTRIAN FESTIVAL
CONTACT: Kimberly E. Brown
859.223.2010
kimberly@horsecapitalproductions.com
Lexington, KY – Best known for her award-winning reality television show Horse Master, airing weekly on RFD-TV, trainer and clinician Julie Goodnight has signed on as an official sponsor of the International Equestrian Festival (IEF) and will present clinics daily in downtown Lexington, KY, September 25-October 10, 2010. Horse Capital Productions, a Lexington-based company, is producing the event. Goodnight has prepared a full curriculum of horse training topics to cover and demonstrate daily as part of the Kentucky Horse Council’s First Time Owner seminar series to be held at IEF. She will also be on hand daily to answer questions and help horse lovers learn about her full line of tack, training DVDs, and wares in her extensive shopping area, “Goodnight Village,” which includes Kestar Boots and Circle Y Saddles, among others.
Horse Master with Julie Goodnight is a popular program airing on RFD-TV in which Goodnight helps horse owners to “makeover” their relationship with their horses and solve specific behavior and riding-related tasks. During her 25-year career in the horse industry, she has developed expertise in multiple disciplines, including dressage, racing, jumping, reining, driving and colt-starting. She grew up riding on Florida’s hunter-jumper circuit then exercised race horses on the track while working through college in Arizona then stayed out West to lead wilderness rides and finally began combining all to form her unique brand of natural horsemanship and classic riding training.
In addition to her television work, Goodnight teaches numerous clinics ( focusing on “Classic Skills for a Natural Ride”) across the country, as well as writing columns that appear in many regional publications throughout North America. Goodnight’s training techniques are featured regularly in Horse & Rider (where she’s a member of Team Horse & Rider) and The Trail Rider.
Goodnight also serves as the International Spokesperson for the Certified Horse Association. In 2008, she was named Equine Affaire’s Exceptional Equestrian Educator—one of only three to ever receive the award.
"We are excited to be a part of the expansion of the Julie Goodnight brand at the International Equestrian Festival. She is an icon in equestrian education and she has a massive fan following. With her educational techniques and the Goodnight Village on board, we know we have all the right tools to meet the goals of the ‘up and coming’ rider in a way they've never had access to before,” stated Anne Buchanan, CEO of Horse Capital Productions.
Goodnight will present daily during the 16-day festival.
“I’m really looking forward to working together with the IEF and the Kentucky Horse Council to offer educational programs to horse owners and to the diverse crowd of horse enthusiasts during the World Games,” Goodnight says. “It’s a unique opportunity and I am thrilled to be a part if it!
Horse Capital Productions also supports the Kentucky Horse Council, a nonprofit organization dedicated, through education, to the protection, growth and development of the equine industry in Kentucky.
To learn more about Julie Goodnight, to watch free clips from her TV show and to read articles in her free Training Library, please visit http://www.juliegoodnight.com <http://www.juliegoodnight.com/> . You’ll also find her on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/julie.goodnight
Horse Capital Productions, LLC promotes entertainment, education, and tourism for the horse industry with large-scale events production and web-based education and entertainment solutions. The 2010 International Equestrian Festival, a Horse Capital Productions event, is a 16-day festival designed to fill downtown Lexington with fun, shopping, participatory events, exhibits and high-end retailers from around the world, providing a high-energy, multifaceted entertainment experience for the hundreds of thousands of people attracted by the World Equestrian Games. Horse Capital Productions is based in Lexington, the heart of Kentucky bluegrass horse country, and operates under the philosophy of doing what is right for the horse, the community and the international sport of horses.
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RFD-TV invites you to celebrate the New Year
RFD-TV invites you to celebrate the New Year with our 3-hour live broadcast of both Equestfest and the 121st Pasadena Tournament of Roses ® Parade.
For the past 120 years horses and riders have been an integral part of the Parade. So, for over 12 years that the Tournament of Roses® has been showcasing the equestrians of the Rose Parade® in Equestfest, an all-equine event taking place before the parade on December 29 at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center in Burbank, CA. Known as “The best family equestrian event of the year,” Equestfest is like no other equestrian gathering with its trick riders and ropers, drill teams and a variety of other thrilling horseback demonstrations.
RFD-TV knows how you feel about horses and because we feel the same way, we are focusing our coverage of the 121st Tournament of Roses ®Rose Parade® on the horse entries. With limited commercial interruptions, we are committed to delivering complete coverage of the parade while diligently directing our attention to the fascinating groups of horses that have long been part of what makes the Rose Parade® an American tradition.
While other networks choose to cut away from the equine entries, we make sure all eyes are on our host, rodeo commentator and National Cowgirl Hall of Famer, Pam Minick. As the horse groups pass by, Minick will be there- front and center on the Parade route- providing “horse-focused commentary” to all of our viewers at home.
We want horse-owners and horse-lovers to be able to partake in all the action and by watching RFD-TV’s live coverage of Equestfest on December 29th and The Parade on New Year’s Day, so tune in for coverage that caters to you.
List of Participating Equestrian Units
Lizzie Iwersen, Equine Marketing Coordinator
RFD-TV | Rural America's Most Important Network
3201 Dickerson Pike | Nashville, TN 37207
p: 615.620.9137 f: 615.227.2190 c: 775.247.4897
www.rfdtv.com
For the past 120 years horses and riders have been an integral part of the Parade. So, for over 12 years that the Tournament of Roses® has been showcasing the equestrians of the Rose Parade® in Equestfest, an all-equine event taking place before the parade on December 29 at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center in Burbank, CA. Known as “The best family equestrian event of the year,” Equestfest is like no other equestrian gathering with its trick riders and ropers, drill teams and a variety of other thrilling horseback demonstrations.
RFD-TV knows how you feel about horses and because we feel the same way, we are focusing our coverage of the 121st Tournament of Roses ®Rose Parade® on the horse entries. With limited commercial interruptions, we are committed to delivering complete coverage of the parade while diligently directing our attention to the fascinating groups of horses that have long been part of what makes the Rose Parade® an American tradition.
While other networks choose to cut away from the equine entries, we make sure all eyes are on our host, rodeo commentator and National Cowgirl Hall of Famer, Pam Minick. As the horse groups pass by, Minick will be there- front and center on the Parade route- providing “horse-focused commentary” to all of our viewers at home.
We want horse-owners and horse-lovers to be able to partake in all the action and by watching RFD-TV’s live coverage of Equestfest on December 29th and The Parade on New Year’s Day, so tune in for coverage that caters to you.
List of Participating Equestrian Units
- All American Cowgirl Chicks
- Amigos de Anza Equestrian Drill Team
- Benny Martinez Family
- Calizona Appaloosa Horse Club
- Cowgirls Historical Foundation
- Giddy Up Gals
- LA County Sherriff- Mounted Enforcement
- Long Beach Mounted Police
- Medieval Times
- New Buffalo Soldiers
- Painted Ladies Rodeo Performers
- Region 1 Versatile Arabians
- Scripps Miramar Saddlebreds
- The Shire Riders
- So. Cal Peruvian Paso Horse Club
- U.S. Army Ft. Hood-1st Calvary
- USMC- Color Guard
- USMC- Mounted Warfare Unit
- Valley Hunt Club
- Victorian Ladies Riding Society
- Wells Fargo
- Western Haflinger Association
Lizzie Iwersen, Equine Marketing Coordinator
RFD-TV | Rural America's Most Important Network
3201 Dickerson Pike | Nashville, TN 37207
p: 615.620.9137 f: 615.227.2190 c: 775.247.4897
www.rfdtv.com
Friday, December 25, 2009
Merry Christmas!!!
In keeping with our holiday tradition, we got up early, Rich headed for work at the ski area before the sun was up, and I fed horses and made my special breakfast. After 15 years of hauling breakfast up the mountain, I have gotten pretty good at it, honing my timing and packaging so that I arrive at Rich's office, 15 miles away at 10,800 feet of altitude with the eggs and sweet rolls still steaming hot. Yum.
Maybe you're wondering what my special breakfast is? It is particularly delectable and surprisingly easy to make. And so stock full of calories that you are prohibited from eating it more than once a year. My special Christmas breakfast consists of three dishes: fruit salad, egg and ham cups and gooey sweet rolls. Recipes follow-- maybe you should make it for New Years Day!
Fruit salad: sectioned pink grapefruit (buy it in the jars to save a lot of hassle), sliced bananas and as many fresh berries as you can buy this time of year, preferably strawberries, blue berries and raspberries. I sprinkle on some Splenda or sugar to sweeten just a little.
Egg and ham cups: start with Honey Baked ham and line greased muffin cups with the ham. Then crack an egg in each hole, add a dab of butter and pepper and bake at 400* for about 15 minutes until the eggs are cooked to your desired hardness or softness.
Gooey sweet rolls: mix a stick of softened butter with about a cup of brown sugar and a touch of cinnamon. Open a package of refridgerator crescent rolls and knit all the seams of the dough together so you have one solid rectangle of dough. Spread butter/brown sugar mixture evenly over dough and roll it up from one end. Slice off about a 1" roll and place in a pan (fairly close together) and bake at 400* for about the same time as the egg and ham cups-- until golden brown. Remove from pan with a spatula so you get all the goo.
This traditional breakfast harkens back to my childhood and the big extended-family xmas breakfasts we had every year. It is a great meal for groups small and large and easy to serve. Normally I enjoy it with mimosas but having to drive up the pass to the ski area means I take my OJ straight up.
I would be less-than-honest if I said it was a beautiful day for skiing. It's below zero with a huge wind chill and blowing snow. I may opt out of skiing and head back home for some cozy time. Later today, Rich and I will go visit my son and take gifts and food and be thankful that we are all together this Christmas.
I hope you have some peace and quiet and happy times with friends and family this holiday season.
Enjoy the ride,
Julie
Maybe you're wondering what my special breakfast is? It is particularly delectable and surprisingly easy to make. And so stock full of calories that you are prohibited from eating it more than once a year. My special Christmas breakfast consists of three dishes: fruit salad, egg and ham cups and gooey sweet rolls. Recipes follow-- maybe you should make it for New Years Day!
Fruit salad: sectioned pink grapefruit (buy it in the jars to save a lot of hassle), sliced bananas and as many fresh berries as you can buy this time of year, preferably strawberries, blue berries and raspberries. I sprinkle on some Splenda or sugar to sweeten just a little.
Egg and ham cups: start with Honey Baked ham and line greased muffin cups with the ham. Then crack an egg in each hole, add a dab of butter and pepper and bake at 400* for about 15 minutes until the eggs are cooked to your desired hardness or softness.
Gooey sweet rolls: mix a stick of softened butter with about a cup of brown sugar and a touch of cinnamon. Open a package of refridgerator crescent rolls and knit all the seams of the dough together so you have one solid rectangle of dough. Spread butter/brown sugar mixture evenly over dough and roll it up from one end. Slice off about a 1" roll and place in a pan (fairly close together) and bake at 400* for about the same time as the egg and ham cups-- until golden brown. Remove from pan with a spatula so you get all the goo.
This traditional breakfast harkens back to my childhood and the big extended-family xmas breakfasts we had every year. It is a great meal for groups small and large and easy to serve. Normally I enjoy it with mimosas but having to drive up the pass to the ski area means I take my OJ straight up.
I would be less-than-honest if I said it was a beautiful day for skiing. It's below zero with a huge wind chill and blowing snow. I may opt out of skiing and head back home for some cozy time. Later today, Rich and I will go visit my son and take gifts and food and be thankful that we are all together this Christmas.
I hope you have some peace and quiet and happy times with friends and family this holiday season.
Enjoy the ride,
Julie
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Troxel Photo Contest Winners Announced
From Troxel:
Congratulations to all of our winners!
Thank you to everyone who entered the Safety in Focus photo contest. We were overwhelmed by everyone's enthusiasm for the contest and our new Safety Center. Because we received so many outstanding submissions, we decided to award prizes to an additional 10 Honorable Mentions. Each of these winners will receive a brand new Spirit helmet in the color of their choice.VIEW THE WINNING PHOTOS <http://echo3.bluehornet.com/ct/3720299:5443458949:m:1:153271888:8D249B26A1867AE38B4882050F55CB7A> .
Congratulations to all of our winners!
Thank you to everyone who entered the Safety in Focus photo contest. We were overwhelmed by everyone's enthusiasm for the contest and our new Safety Center. Because we received so many outstanding submissions, we decided to award prizes to an additional 10 Honorable Mentions. Each of these winners will receive a brand new Spirit helmet in the color of their choice.VIEW THE WINNING PHOTOS <http://echo3.bluehornet.com/ct/3720299:5443458949:m:1:153271888:8D249B26A1867AE38B4882050F55CB7A> .
Monday, December 14, 2009
Julie Goodnight Tip of the Month for December 2009
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Julie Goodnight Tip of the Month for December 2009
Contact:
Goodnight Training Stables, Inc./ Horse Master with Julie Goodnight RFD-TV Show
PO Box 397, Poncha Springs, CO 81242
(719) 530-0531
press@juliegoodnight.com <mailto:press@juliegoodnight.com>
PONCHA SPRINGS, Colo. December 14, 2009— Have you ever had an ad drop out at the last moment—or a space that didn’t sell before printing deadline? Or has someone turned in a story that’s just a little too short? It’s Julie Goodnight and www.juliegoodnight.com to the rescue. Check out the newest addition to Goodnight’s online “Training Library” here and read more about training online (found with a quick link at the top of www.juliegoodnight.com <http://www.juliegoodnight.com> ). Goodnight—known for her clear communication in print and on her new RFD-TV show, Horse Master with Julie Goodnight—provides a tip each month for use when you, as an editor, need just a little more content or a great quip to fill out your magazine. Tips may be edited for style, length and content. Content is provided free of charge. Here’s a tip to help you when you’re in a layout crunch . . .
Keep your saddle pad in top shape
While hanging saddle pads upside down to dry and air out may keep your tack room from getting stinky, it does not do much for the shape of your pad. Your saddle pad needs to break-in and conform to the shape of your horse’s back. If you leave it to dry upside down, the pad is taking the opposite shape of how it will sit on the horse’s back. I use a saddle pad rack that will hold the pad in its ‘using’ shape and allow air to circulate underneath it. This way, the pad will keep its shape and be more comfortable for your horse.
Find more tips at Julie's websites:
http://www.JulieGoodnight.com
http://www.twitter.com/juliegoodnight <http://www.twitter.com/juliegoodnight%0Dhttp://facebook.com/Julie.goodnight>
http://facebook.com/Julie.goodnight <http://www.twitter.com/juliegoodnight%0Dhttp://facebook.com/Julie.goodnight>
http://www.youtube.com/juliegoodnight
and during Julie Goodnight's weekly TV show
on RFD-TV (Wednesdays at 5:30 EST with all new shows starting January 1, 2010).
A service of The Whole Picture, LLC., http://www.wholepicture.org
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Julie Goodnight Tip of the Month for December 2009
Contact:
Goodnight Training Stables, Inc./ Horse Master with Julie Goodnight RFD-TV Show
PO Box 397, Poncha Springs, CO 81242
(719) 530-0531
press@juliegoodnight.com <mailto:press@juliegoodnight.com>
PONCHA SPRINGS, Colo. December 14, 2009— Have you ever had an ad drop out at the last moment—or a space that didn’t sell before printing deadline? Or has someone turned in a story that’s just a little too short? It’s Julie Goodnight and www.juliegoodnight.com to the rescue. Check out the newest addition to Goodnight’s online “Training Library” here and read more about training online (found with a quick link at the top of www.juliegoodnight.com <http://www.juliegoodnight.com> ). Goodnight—known for her clear communication in print and on her new RFD-TV show, Horse Master with Julie Goodnight—provides a tip each month for use when you, as an editor, need just a little more content or a great quip to fill out your magazine. Tips may be edited for style, length and content. Content is provided free of charge. Here’s a tip to help you when you’re in a layout crunch . . .
Keep your saddle pad in top shape
While hanging saddle pads upside down to dry and air out may keep your tack room from getting stinky, it does not do much for the shape of your pad. Your saddle pad needs to break-in and conform to the shape of your horse’s back. If you leave it to dry upside down, the pad is taking the opposite shape of how it will sit on the horse’s back. I use a saddle pad rack that will hold the pad in its ‘using’ shape and allow air to circulate underneath it. This way, the pad will keep its shape and be more comfortable for your horse.
Find more tips at Julie's websites:
http://www.JulieGoodnight.com
http://www.twitter.com/juliegoodnight <http://www.twitter.com/juliegoodnight%0Dhttp://facebook.com/Julie.goodnight>
http://facebook.com/Julie.goodnight <http://www.twitter.com/juliegoodnight%0Dhttp://facebook.com/Julie.goodnight>
http://www.youtube.com/juliegoodnight
and during Julie Goodnight's weekly TV show
on RFD-TV (Wednesdays at 5:30 EST with all new shows starting January 1, 2010).
A service of The Whole Picture, LLC., http://www.wholepicture.org
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Monday, December 7, 2009
Certified Horsemanship Association Produces Four More Professional Safety Videos That Can Be Found on YouTube and Uploaded to Your WebSite
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For More Information and Photos
Contact: Christy Landwehr at 720-857-9550 or clandwehr@CHA-ahse.org <mailto:clandwehr@CHA-ahse.org>
Certified Horsemanship Association Produces Four More Professional Safety Videos That Can Be Found on YouTube and Uploaded to Your WebSite
(December 2009) – The Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) recently finished four more 2 – 5 minute safety videos that can be added to the six that were produced last year. They can be found on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/chainstructor <http://www.youtube.com/chainstructor>
The topics of the videos include:
1. Fitting the Breast Collar and Back Cinch Correctly
2. Fitting Boots – Sports Medicine Boots, Split Boots and Bell Boots
3. Correct Riding Position
4. Martingale Adjustment
The ones produced last year were:
1. How to Perform a Safety Tack Check
2. How to Saddle Correctly
3. How to Bridle Safely
4. How to Mount
5. How to Fit a Helmet for Horseback Riding
6. How to Pick a Horse’s Hoof Safely
“These professional videos were produced by CHA for the horse industry and the general public,” says CHA Chief Executive Officer Christy Landwehr. “Please feel free to embed them onto your websites so that we can all help get the word out about having fun safely with horses.”
The purpose of CHA is to promote excellence in safety and education for the benefit of the horse industry. CHA certifies horseback riding instructors and trail guides, accredits equestrian facilities, publishes educational manuals and hosts regional and international conferences. For more information on the Certified Horsemanship Association, please visit www.CHA-ahse.org <http://www.cha-ahse.org/> or call toll free 1-800-399-0138. To find a certified horseback riding instructor or accredited equine facility near you visit www.CHAinstructors.com <http://www.chainstructors.com/> .
For More Information and Photos
Contact: Christy Landwehr at 720-857-9550 or clandwehr@CHA-ahse.org <mailto:clandwehr@CHA-ahse.org>
Certified Horsemanship Association Produces Four More Professional Safety Videos That Can Be Found on YouTube and Uploaded to Your WebSite
(December 2009) – The Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) recently finished four more 2 – 5 minute safety videos that can be added to the six that were produced last year. They can be found on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/chainstructor <http://www.youtube.com/chainstructor>
The topics of the videos include:
1. Fitting the Breast Collar and Back Cinch Correctly
2. Fitting Boots – Sports Medicine Boots, Split Boots and Bell Boots
3. Correct Riding Position
4. Martingale Adjustment
The ones produced last year were:
1. How to Perform a Safety Tack Check
2. How to Saddle Correctly
3. How to Bridle Safely
4. How to Mount
5. How to Fit a Helmet for Horseback Riding
6. How to Pick a Horse’s Hoof Safely
“These professional videos were produced by CHA for the horse industry and the general public,” says CHA Chief Executive Officer Christy Landwehr. “Please feel free to embed them onto your websites so that we can all help get the word out about having fun safely with horses.”
The purpose of CHA is to promote excellence in safety and education for the benefit of the horse industry. CHA certifies horseback riding instructors and trail guides, accredits equestrian facilities, publishes educational manuals and hosts regional and international conferences. For more information on the Certified Horsemanship Association, please visit www.CHA-ahse.org <http://www.cha-ahse.org/> or call toll free 1-800-399-0138. To find a certified horseback riding instructor or accredited equine facility near you visit www.CHAinstructors.com <http://www.chainstructors.com/> .
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Wednesday, December 2, 2009
AHP Newsgroup: Horse & Rider Magazine Announces Wrangler Ultimate Ride Sweepstakes Winner
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Winner’s photo available upon request by emailing Kate.Lindon@EquiNetwork.com <mailto:Kate.Lindon@EquiNetwork.com>
Horse & Rider Magazine Announces Wrangler® Ultimate Ride Sweepstakes Winner
LAKE DALLAS, TEXAS, December 2, 2009 – Renee Twombly of Auburn, Ala., has been selected as the grand-prize winner of Horse & Rider magazine’s Wrangler® <http://www.wrangler.com/WRG_WESTERN_STORE_US/index.html> Ultimate Ride Sweepstakes.
To enter for a chance to win, visitors posted pictures or videos of themselves at www.HorseandRider.com/UltimateRide <http://www.horseandrider.com/UltimateRide> enjoying life on horseback. Twombly shared a picture of a ride in the Canadian Rockies that she took with her sister in 2008.
Twombly won a trip to Leatherwood Mountains, Blue Ridge Mountain Resort <http://www.leatherwoodmountains.com/> in North Carolina, where she and her sister rode the trails, enjoyed bluegrass music and fine dining and took part in a clinic with Julie Goodnight. They will be featured in early 2010 on a special episode of the weekly television series "Best of America by Horseback" <http://www.bestofamericabyhorseback.com/> on RFD-TV.
“I lived in North Carolina for 10 years but was never able to ride in the western mountains of that beautiful state. I couldn’t believe how gorgeous and horse-and-people-friendly the Leatherwood Mountains community is,” said Twombly, who trail rides with her American Quarter Horse mare, Miss Artistic Star (“Chime”). “I find little to be more relaxing than to explore on a horse—to be present in nature on horseback.”
Weekly winners of the sweepstakes received a pair of jeans from the Ultimate Riding Jean Collection from Wrangler®. Those winners were Megan Nikolai, Bob Pugliese, Katharine Stroukoff, Wendy Hall, Rochelle Hundt, Vicki Kruegel, Michelle Johnson, Teresa Wisniewski, Karen Hartman, Denise King, Tarra Betts and Dolly Loveridge.
To view the winners’ photos and the rest of the gallery, visit www.HorseandRider.com/UltimateRide <http://www.horseandrider.com/UltimateRide> .
Horse & Rider provides horse owners with the expert advice they seek through how-to articles from Team Horse & Rider—12 renowned experts in the Western arena, including Julie Goodnight—and from other top trainers, veterinarians and horse behaviorists. The magazine's mission is to create a positive difference in the lives of goal-oriented horse owners who strive for excellence in riding, training and caring for their animals.
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About Source Interlink Media's Equine Network
The Equine Network, a publishing group of Source Interlink Media, LLC, publishes Horse & Rider, EQUUS, Practical Horseman, Dressage Today, Arabian Horse World, EquiShopper, EquiManagement, In Stride and Discover Horses at the Kentucky Horse Park magazines and produces the Web sites EquiSearch.com <http://www.equisearch.com/> , Equine.com <http://www.equine.com/> and EquiShopper.com <http://www.equishopper.com/> . Source Interlink Media, LLC, is a subsidiary of Source Interlink Companies, Inc., a media and marketing services company. Source Interlink is one of the largest publishers of magazines and online content for enthusiast audiences and a leading distributor of home entertainment products, including DVDs, music CDs, magazines, games, books and related items. For more information, visit the company's Web site at www.sourceinterlink.com <http://www.sourceinterlink.com/> .
Media Contact:
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Equine Network
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Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Julie Goodnight Tip of the Month for November
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Julie Goodnight Tip of the Month
Contact:
Goodnight Training Stables, Inc./ Horse Master with Julie Goodnight RFD-TV Show
PO Box 397, Poncha Springs, CO 81242
(719) 530-0531
press@juliegoodnight.com
PONCHA SPRINGS, Colo. November 17, 2009— Have you ever had an ad drop out at the last moment—or a space that didn’t sell before printing deadline? Or has someone turned in a story that’s just a little too short? It’s Julie Goodnight and www.juliegoodnight.com to the rescue. Check out the newest addition to Goodnight’s online “Training Library” here and read more about training online (found with a quick link at the top of www.juliegoodnight.com <http://www.juliegoodnight.com> ). Goodnight—known for her clear communication in print and on her new RFD-TV show, Horse Master with Julie Goodnight—provides a tip each month for use when you, as an editor, need just a little more content or a great quip to fill out your magazine. Tips may be edited for style, length and content. Content is provided free of charge. Here’s a tip to help you when you’re in a layout crunch . . .
Tip for Clippers
There are many stimuli that can cause a horse to be anxious and fearful about the clippers—the sound, the smell, the vibration, even the cord laying on the ground like a snake. When desensitizing a horse to clippers, try to isolate each stimulus so that the horse can get used to them one at a time. For instance, if you have to use clippers with a cord, let him see and get comfortable with the cord moving on the ground before anything else. Then let him smell and feel the clippers before turning them on. Then let him get used to the sound of the clippers before he feels the vibrating touch. Be sure to only advance the stimulus so far—only as far as causes the horse to tense, then wait for the horse to relax, before removing the stimulus. By only removing the stimulus when the horse relaxes, you are training him to relax whenever he sees/hears/smells the clippers. If you remove the clippers while he is tensing—that’s what you are training him to do.
Find more tips at Julie's websites:
http://www.JulieGoodnight.com
http://www.twitter.com/juliegoodnight <http://www.twitter.com/juliegoodnight%0Dhttp://facebook.com/Julie.goodnight>
http://facebook.com/Julie.goodnight <http://www.twitter.com/juliegoodnight%0Dhttp://facebook.com/Julie.goodnight>
http://www.youtube.com/juliegoodnight
and during Julie Goodnight's weekly TV show
on RFD-TV (Wednesdays at 5:30 EST).
A service of The Whole Picture, LLC., http://www.wholepicture.org
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Julie Goodnight Tip of the Month
Contact:
Goodnight Training Stables, Inc./ Horse Master with Julie Goodnight RFD-TV Show
PO Box 397, Poncha Springs, CO 81242
(719) 530-0531
press@juliegoodnight.com
PONCHA SPRINGS, Colo. November 17, 2009— Have you ever had an ad drop out at the last moment—or a space that didn’t sell before printing deadline? Or has someone turned in a story that’s just a little too short? It’s Julie Goodnight and www.juliegoodnight.com to the rescue. Check out the newest addition to Goodnight’s online “Training Library” here and read more about training online (found with a quick link at the top of www.juliegoodnight.com <http://www.juliegoodnight.com> ). Goodnight—known for her clear communication in print and on her new RFD-TV show, Horse Master with Julie Goodnight—provides a tip each month for use when you, as an editor, need just a little more content or a great quip to fill out your magazine. Tips may be edited for style, length and content. Content is provided free of charge. Here’s a tip to help you when you’re in a layout crunch . . .
Tip for Clippers
There are many stimuli that can cause a horse to be anxious and fearful about the clippers—the sound, the smell, the vibration, even the cord laying on the ground like a snake. When desensitizing a horse to clippers, try to isolate each stimulus so that the horse can get used to them one at a time. For instance, if you have to use clippers with a cord, let him see and get comfortable with the cord moving on the ground before anything else. Then let him smell and feel the clippers before turning them on. Then let him get used to the sound of the clippers before he feels the vibrating touch. Be sure to only advance the stimulus so far—only as far as causes the horse to tense, then wait for the horse to relax, before removing the stimulus. By only removing the stimulus when the horse relaxes, you are training him to relax whenever he sees/hears/smells the clippers. If you remove the clippers while he is tensing—that’s what you are training him to do.
Find more tips at Julie's websites:
http://www.JulieGoodnight.com
http://www.twitter.com/juliegoodnight <http://www.twitter.com/juliegoodnight%0Dhttp://facebook.com/Julie.goodnight>
http://facebook.com/Julie.goodnight <http://www.twitter.com/juliegoodnight%0Dhttp://facebook.com/Julie.goodnight>
http://www.youtube.com/juliegoodnight
and during Julie Goodnight's weekly TV show
on RFD-TV (Wednesdays at 5:30 EST).
A service of The Whole Picture, LLC., http://www.wholepicture.org
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Wednesday, November 11, 2009
AHP Newsgroup: Circle Y Saddles Releases Julie Goodnight Peak Performance Saddle Line
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Circle Y Saddles, Inc.
Amy Orsak, Marketing and Design Manager
361-293-3501 ext. 276
aorsak@circley.com
CIRCLE Y SADDLES RELEASES JULIE GOODNIGHT PEAK PERFORMANCE SADDLE LINE
YOAKUM, Texas (November 11, 2009): Circle Y Saddles, Inc., America’s Leading Saddle Brand, and world renowned clinician Julie Goodnight have collaborated to design her exclusive five-saddle Peak Performance™ line. With each saddle personally ridden by Goodnight, these saddles were designed to her specifications and riding requirements.
Because Goodnight rides several different Western disciplines, there is a saddle designed for all types of work or pleasure. The 1470 Rocky Mountain High Performance saddle is designed for ranch work featuring a Kevlar® reinforced wood tree for superior strength and is the saddle Goodnight uses for Ranch Horse Versatility. The 1752 Monarch Arena Performance/Performance Trail model is Goodnight’s personal favorite for everyday use. It has a Flex2® tree and features specified by Goodnight to keep the horse and rider comfortable in the arena and out on the trail. The 1750 Wind River Trail has all the features of the Monarch but with a round skirt. The 1751 Blue Ridge Gaited Trail is designed for the gaited horse and has all the comfort features that are signature to the entire line. The 1560 Sierra Nevada Arena Performance is for the arena performance rider to keep you correct in the seat for precise cueing.
All Peak Performance™ saddles have a leather skirt liner with gel bar pads to keep your horse comfortable, Tunnel Skirt™ to eliminate pressure on the horse’s spine, close contact cut out skirts for precise cueing, and trees engineered to provide a great fit for the horse. To keep the rider comfortable is a padded seat with a narrow twist and broad seat pocket, pre-twisted stirrup leathers, and on the Flex2® models are Softee® seat jockeys and fenders for zero break-in. There is also matching tack and coordinating matching wool pads.
“Julie has added a whole new dimension to our Team of Champions. It is no accident that this new line of Peak Performance™ saddles, inspired by Julie Goodnight, all have state of the art features designed with the horse and rider in mind,” said Mark Jemelka, general manager of Circle Y Saddles.
Julie Goodnight is a world renowned clinician, natural horsemanship trainer, and host of RFD-TV’s Horse Master with Julie Goodnight. She has experience ranging from dressage and jumping to racing, reining, cutting, and wilderness riding. Her upbeat and logical style of teaching applies to her “Communicating Clearly with Horses and Riders” philosophy. Read more at www.juliegoodnight.com <http://www.juliegoodnight.com/> .
Circle Y Saddles, Inc. is America’s Leading Saddle Brand. Circle Y’s innovative products reflect the current trends in design and are ahead of the industry in technology. Circle Y started saddle manufacturing in 1960 in the small Texas town of Yoakum. Still located there, Circle Y continues to produce high quality saddles and tack with the heritage and tradition the company was founded on. Circle Y saddles and tack are sold through a network of authorized dealers; visit www.circley.com <http://www.circley.com/> to learn more.
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Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Troxel Photo Contest Focuses on Helmet Awareness
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Troxel Photo Contest Focuses on Helmet Awareness
“Safety in Focus” Online Photo Contest Lets Equestrians Share Their Favorite Photographs
San Diego, CA – November 10, 2009 – Troxel LLC, the worldwide leader in ASTM/SEI-certified equestrian helmets, is now accepting submissions for its new “Safety in Focus” online photo contest. Judges will award prizes, including a grand prize of $250 worth of Troxel merchandise, to five winning photos and showcase all the best entries online.
The contest is in support of Troxel’s newly upgraded Safety Center website (http://www.troxelhelmets.com/safety <http://www.troxelhelmets.com/safety> ), the most comprehensive and up-to-date collection of equestrian helmet safety information available online. Featuring videos, tips from the pros, and interactive games for kids, the site is designed to engage equestrian riders, promote safe helmet practices and ultimately reduce the occurrences and severity of head injuries.
“The ‘Safety in Focus’ contest is a fun way to get the equestrian community thinking about head protection,” said Shay Timms, CEO of Troxel. "One of the basic issues of helmet usage revolves around fashion, and we are very excited to share – and show off – how great our customers look in action.”
The contest starts today, and runs until December 9, 2009. Winners will be chosen by December 16, 2009.
Contest details are available at: http://www.troxelhelmets.com/safetyinfocus <http://www.troxelhelmets.com/safetyinfocus>
About Troxel
Troxel is the world's leading provider of ASTM / SEI certified equestrian helmets for competitive, schooling and recreational riding. Established in 1898, Troxel is recognized for its innovative design and research leadership in helmetry. Based in San Diego, California, Troxel now dedicates all its resources to equestrian helmets and related accessories, and has provided over three million helmets to the equestrian market.
Media Contact:
Karisa Dern
619.515.5316
Karisa@1011i.com <mailto:Karisa@1011i.com>
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Friday, October 23, 2009
AHP Newsgroup: Equine Industry Survey Launched by American Horse Publications
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 23, 2009
For more information, contact: Chris Brune
49 Spinnaker Circle Dr., So. Daytona, FL 32119
(386) 760-7743 Fax: (386) 760-7728
Email: AHorsePubs@aol.com
www.americanhorsepubs.org <http://www.americanhorsepubs.org/>
October 23, 2009
For more information, contact: Chris Brune
49 Spinnaker Circle Dr., So. Daytona, FL 32119
(386) 760-7743 Fax: (386) 760-7728
Email: AHorsePubs@aol.com
www.americanhorsepubs.org <http://www.americanhorsepubs.org/>
Equine Industry Survey Launched by American Horse Publications
The American Horse Publications (AHP) is conducting an Equine Industry Survey to gauge participation trends in the U.S. equine industry. In addition, the survey seeks to gather information regarding the most important issues facing the industry.
Dr. C. Jill Stowe is providing consulting services for data collection and analysis to the AHP. Dr. Stowe is an assistant professor of Agricultural Economics at the University of Kentucky.
The survey is sponsored by Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health and Pfizer Animal Health.
Those eligible to participate in the survey are men and women, 18 years of age and older, who currently own, manage, or lease at least one horse and live in the United States.
The survey closes January 15, 2010.
This study is anonymous; this means that no one, not even members of the research team, will be able to associate information you give with responses. When the survey results are tallied, only aggregated results will be presented.
“The AHP’s member publications, Web sites, and newsletters reach nearly 3 million people involved in the horse industry in the United States and around the world,” said Kimberly S. Brown, current AHP president. It was Brown who proposed the survey, which was backed unanimously by the AHP board.
“We have been through a rough year, and there are many stories out there of unwanted horses and the decline of the horse industry,” noted Brown. “But I think the real story is the wanted horses and their owners who are still strong despite the economic downturn.
“We think this is a great opportunity for us to use our collective resources and reach into the horse industry to get answers about how we are doing today, how we think we’ll be doing in the near future, and what we are concerned about in our industry.
“Let’s get 100,000 or more horse owners to participate in this survey!” said Brown. “We have a wonderful chance to come together to gather information that can benefit us all, so spread the word!”
“I especially want to thank Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health and Pfizer Animal Health for sponsoring this survey,” said Brown. “Both of these companies—and the people behind the companies—are supporters of the horse industry because of their love of the horse, not just because it’s their business. And I want to thank Dr. Stowe for being willing to contribute her time and expertise to ensure we have a legitimate survey with accurate statistical analysis.”
To take the survey just click on https://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=bIUU08nvuI_2fLQ1Q0_2fdEyOQ_3d_3d <https://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=bIUU08nvuI_2fLQ1Q0_2fdEyOQ_3d_3d> .
Feel free to pass this link around to every horse-owning group and individual.
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Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Julie Goodnight Announces her Signature Saddle Line: Peak Performance by Circle Y
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Julie Goodnight Announces her Signature Saddle Line: Peak Performance by Circle Y
Contact:
Goodnight Training Stables, Inc./ Horse
Master with Julie Goodnight RFD-TV Show
PO Box 397, Poncha Springs, CO 81242
(719) 530-0531
press@juliegoodnight.com
High-resolution images: http://juliegoodnight.com/images/juliegoodnightsaddleshighres.zip
PONCHA SPRINGS, Colo. October 14, 2009- After working with Circle Y Saddles (http://circley.com) for over a year to design saddles with the characteristics and qualities she demands, internationally-respected natural horsemanship trainer Julie Goodnight introduces five saddles in her Peak Performance line. The saddles are marked with Goodnight’s “jumping over the moon” logo and each allows for a close-contact feel, and has stirrups twisted to hang naturally in line with your leg, and has a flexible tree for your horse’s comfort. The saddles also boast a narrow twist and padded seat for comfort for you. You’ll find a selection of wooden tree and Flex2® trees (known for their comfort and light weight). You’ll also find a specially designed saddle pad and tack to match each saddle. The saddles are available through Goodnight’s website at http://shop.juliegoodnight.com/shop/tackcircley.html, can be seen in her online catalog: http://www.juliegoodnight.com/images/2009catalog.pdf, and are available from your favorite Circle Y dealers.
“Whether you're looking for a working-cow horse saddle or a saddle that's comfortable enough to trail ride in each day, I trust that you’ll find the right fit within my signature line,” Goodnight says. “It was important for me to offer saddles that place the rider in the proper position while allowing for horse and rider comfort. I personally ride in the Rocky Mountain High Performance saddle when working cattle or participating in versatility classes. And you’ll see me ride in the Monarch Arena Performance/Trail at all of my clinics and expos. The other saddles have the same feel, but offer choices in skirting and riggings to match the kind of riding you do most.”
The Details:
Rocky Mountain High Performance (model #1470)
With a Kevlar reinforced wooden tree, this saddle has many high-performance features for the most demanding rider expecting the best from the horse. This all-around ranch saddle can be used for cutting, working cowhorse, roping and other western disciplines. It has a close-contact design for superior use of your aids, a narrow twist for your comfort and a rough-out skirt and fenders for better stick.
Monarch Arena Performance/Trail (model #1752)
This is Goodnight’s favorite saddle for every-day use; the Flex2 tree saddle has many special features designed by Goodnight to make your ride comfortable for both you and your horse while maintaining a high performance quality. For the rider who works both in the arena and on the trail, this saddle is the perfect multi-use saddle. With a narrow twist, extra padded seat and close-contact feel, you’ll never want to sit in another saddle. The highly adjustable rigging means this saddle will fit just about any horse securely and comfortably.
Wind River Trail (model #1750)
A Flex2 tree and rounded skirt makes this saddle ideal for serious trail riders who want comfort but still want to ride correctly and get the most out of their horse. With many of the features of the Monarch, this saddle is designed with the trail rider in mind—it’s lightweight (with a rounded skirt) and comfortable for the rider.
Blue Ridge Gaited Trail (model #1751)
With the same great design features of the Wind River Trail saddle, this saddle has a tree that is specially engineered to meet the unique needs of the gaited breeds while still offering the same great comfort and features of the rest of the entire Goodnight line.
Sierra Nevada Arena Performance (model #1560)
With a Flex2 tree for superior fit and comfort, this saddle is designed with the performance rider in mind. For horsemanship, pleasure and reining, this saddle will put you in the right spot and help you ride correctly to get the best performance from your horse.
Please call with questions or to confirm shipping time: 800-225-8827.
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Television's Star Horse Trainer Julie Goodnight Announces her 2010 Clinic Tour Schedule, Offers Early Registration Discounts
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Television’s Star Horse Trainer Julie Goodnight Announces her 2010 Clinic Tour Schedule, Offers Early Registration Discounts
Contact: Goodnight Training Stables, Inc.
PO Box 397
Poncha Springs CO 81242
(719) 530-0531
fax (719) 530-0939
Click here for a high-resolution image of the Clinic Tour tickets:
http://juliegoodnight.com/images/tickets.jpg
Click here for a high-resolution photo of Julie Goodnight:
http://juliegoodnight.com/newsroom.html
PONCHA SPRINGS, Colo. October 14, 2009—See television horse training host Julie Goodnight as she travels across America to work with horses and riders during her intimate, 2-day clinics. Goodnight’s 2010 Clinic Tour stops in Colorado, Massachusetts, California, Kansas, Wisconsin, South Dakota, Arizona, Florida, Montana, Ohio, Hawaii, and Virginia.
Save with early registration: buy-one-get-one free spectator tickets ($20 per day), $80 off a riding spot when you pay in full, or get a $25 gift certificate when you pay for a ride-spot deposit. Get your discount now through January 1, 2010 at: http://juliegoodnight.com/clinics or call (800) 225-8827.
“I love doing clinics because it is my chance to work with individual riders and their horses, spending as much time as needed to help them achieve their
goals,” Goodnight says. “It's very satisfying to me to see the horses and riders finish the weekend on the right track and with a great sense of confidence and
accomplishment..”
At the Clinic Tour StopsEach of Goodnight’s two-day Clinic Tours provides an opportunity for horse owners to ride with Goodnight and learn her “Classic Skills for a Natural Ride” techniques (improving classic horsemanship skills and learning to be their horses’ leaders through natural horsemanship techniques). Audiences are also invited—to watch and learn in a friendly environment for a nominal cost. Clinics are open to 10-15 riders ($400 per horse and rider pair) and unlimited audiences ($20 per day pre-order or $25 adult tickets at the door; $10 for youths 18 and under at the door). Group rates available. Day 1: Groundwork and relationship building; analysis of riding position and training issues; Day 2: Advanced ground work; refinement of riding skills, cueing and advanced maneuvers
Ride with Goodnight: Clinics are informative and personal. At each clinic, you'll have the opportunity to work with your horse under Goodnight's close supervision. You'll get the one-on-one attention you want to help you achieve your riding goals or overcome obstacles. Pre-registration is required. Bring your horse and work with Goodnight to improve your horsemanship. Stabling is available for a nominal fee; school horses are available at some clinic locales. Register to Ride with Goodnight now at http://juliegoodnight.com/clinics or call (800) 225-8827 for more information and advice.
Be in the Audience: This is the best way to gain valuable, see-it-for-yourself training skills at an affordable cost. Don't have a horse? Spectators get the same personal attention and are included in the clinic. You'll be welcome to ask questions and get clarification then take the new info home to work with your horse. Come to watch, learn and network. Clinics run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday. Bring a chair, a notebook and all your questions. Lunch is available on site. http://juliegoodnight.com/clinics
The Dates:16 weekends with stops in: CO, MA, CA, KS, WI, SD, AZ, FL, TX, MT, OH, HI, VA
March 6-7 Phoenix, AZ
March 27-28 Tallahassee, FL
April 17-18 Ramona, So. CA
April 30-May 2 Murfreesboro, TN as part of Quarter Fest (sign up to ride with Julie at http://www.aqha.com/QuarterFest)
May 8-9 Houston, TX
May 15-16 Topeka, KS
June 5-6 Akron, OH
June 19-20 Sacramento, CA
June 26-27 Parker, CO
July 24-25 Kauai, HI
Aug. 8* WI (special one-day clinic, $200, no other clinic tour offers one-day rides)
Aug. 14-15 Whitefish, MT
Aug. 21-22 Richmond, MA
Aug. 28-29 Rapid City, SD
Sept. 11-12 Manassas, VA
Plus, two special event retreats at the 5-star C Lazy U Guest Ranch (http://clazyu.com) in Granby, CO:
May 21-24 C Lazy U Guest Ranch, Granby CO** Special Event, Special Pricing
Oct. 15-18 C Lazy U Guest Ranch, Granby CO** Special Event, Special Pricing
About GoodnightGoodnight is now best known for her award-winning television show airing weekly on RFD-TV—Horse Master with Julie Goodnight. Through the show, Goodnight hopes to help all riders master their equestrian dreams and skills. As "The Horse Master," Goodnight shares the wisdom she's gained by reaching her master-level CHA status and encourages all horse people to become the leaders/masters their horses want and deserve. Natural horsemanship is founded on understanding horse behavior and the idea that horses look for leadership, direction and assurance that they're safe and acting appropriately. Goodnight strives to teach you how to master that ideal and emphasizes the importance of life-long learning. She recently won Equine Affaire’s Exceptional Equestrian Educator award—an award only presented three times in the well-known trade show’s 15-year history.
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Television’s Star Horse Trainer Julie Goodnight Announces her 2010 Clinic Tour Schedule, Offers Early Registration Discounts
Contact: Goodnight Training Stables, Inc.
PO Box 397
Poncha Springs CO 81242
(719) 530-0531
fax (719) 530-0939
Click here for a high-resolution image of the Clinic Tour tickets:
http://juliegoodnight.com/images/tickets.jpg
Click here for a high-resolution photo of Julie Goodnight:
http://juliegoodnight.com/newsroom.html
PONCHA SPRINGS, Colo. October 14, 2009—See television horse training host Julie Goodnight as she travels across America to work with horses and riders during her intimate, 2-day clinics. Goodnight’s 2010 Clinic Tour stops in Colorado, Massachusetts, California, Kansas, Wisconsin, South Dakota, Arizona, Florida, Montana, Ohio, Hawaii, and Virginia.
Save with early registration: buy-one-get-one free spectator tickets ($20 per day), $80 off a riding spot when you pay in full, or get a $25 gift certificate when you pay for a ride-spot deposit. Get your discount now through January 1, 2010 at: http://juliegoodnight.com/clinics or call (800) 225-8827.
“I love doing clinics because it is my chance to work with individual riders and their horses, spending as much time as needed to help them achieve their
goals,” Goodnight says. “It's very satisfying to me to see the horses and riders finish the weekend on the right track and with a great sense of confidence and
accomplishment..”
At the Clinic Tour StopsEach of Goodnight’s two-day Clinic Tours provides an opportunity for horse owners to ride with Goodnight and learn her “Classic Skills for a Natural Ride” techniques (improving classic horsemanship skills and learning to be their horses’ leaders through natural horsemanship techniques). Audiences are also invited—to watch and learn in a friendly environment for a nominal cost. Clinics are open to 10-15 riders ($400 per horse and rider pair) and unlimited audiences ($20 per day pre-order or $25 adult tickets at the door; $10 for youths 18 and under at the door). Group rates available. Day 1: Groundwork and relationship building; analysis of riding position and training issues; Day 2: Advanced ground work; refinement of riding skills, cueing and advanced maneuvers
Ride with Goodnight: Clinics are informative and personal. At each clinic, you'll have the opportunity to work with your horse under Goodnight's close supervision. You'll get the one-on-one attention you want to help you achieve your riding goals or overcome obstacles. Pre-registration is required. Bring your horse and work with Goodnight to improve your horsemanship. Stabling is available for a nominal fee; school horses are available at some clinic locales. Register to Ride with Goodnight now at http://juliegoodnight.com/clinics or call (800) 225-8827 for more information and advice.
Be in the Audience: This is the best way to gain valuable, see-it-for-yourself training skills at an affordable cost. Don't have a horse? Spectators get the same personal attention and are included in the clinic. You'll be welcome to ask questions and get clarification then take the new info home to work with your horse. Come to watch, learn and network. Clinics run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday. Bring a chair, a notebook and all your questions. Lunch is available on site. http://juliegoodnight.com/clinics
The Dates:16 weekends with stops in: CO, MA, CA, KS, WI, SD, AZ, FL, TX, MT, OH, HI, VA
March 6-7 Phoenix, AZ
March 27-28 Tallahassee, FL
April 17-18 Ramona, So. CA
April 30-May 2 Murfreesboro, TN as part of Quarter Fest (sign up to ride with Julie at http://www.aqha.com/QuarterFest)
May 8-9 Houston, TX
May 15-16 Topeka, KS
June 5-6 Akron, OH
June 19-20 Sacramento, CA
June 26-27 Parker, CO
July 24-25 Kauai, HI
Aug. 8* WI (special one-day clinic, $200, no other clinic tour offers one-day rides)
Aug. 14-15 Whitefish, MT
Aug. 21-22 Richmond, MA
Aug. 28-29 Rapid City, SD
Sept. 11-12 Manassas, VA
Plus, two special event retreats at the 5-star C Lazy U Guest Ranch (http://clazyu.com) in Granby, CO:
May 21-24 C Lazy U Guest Ranch, Granby CO** Special Event, Special Pricing
Oct. 15-18 C Lazy U Guest Ranch, Granby CO** Special Event, Special Pricing
About GoodnightGoodnight is now best known for her award-winning television show airing weekly on RFD-TV—Horse Master with Julie Goodnight. Through the show, Goodnight hopes to help all riders master their equestrian dreams and skills. As "The Horse Master," Goodnight shares the wisdom she's gained by reaching her master-level CHA status and encourages all horse people to become the leaders/masters their horses want and deserve. Natural horsemanship is founded on understanding horse behavior and the idea that horses look for leadership, direction and assurance that they're safe and acting appropriately. Goodnight strives to teach you how to master that ideal and emphasizes the importance of life-long learning. She recently won Equine Affaire’s Exceptional Equestrian Educator award—an award only presented three times in the well-known trade show’s 15-year history.
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AHP Newsgroup: Troxel Upgrades Dakota Duratec Helmet
For Immediate Release
PHOTO IMAGES AVAILABLE
Contact:
Karisa Dern
619.515.5316
Karisa@1011i.com <mailto:Karisa@1011i.com>
Troxel Upgrades Dakota Duratec™ Helmet
Additions Improve Function and Durability at the Same Great Price
San Diego, CA – October 14, 2009 – Troxel LLC, the worldwide leader in ASTM/SEI-certified equestrian helmets, today announced the release of the updated Dakota Duratec™ helmet.
The Dakota now features an extended Soft-Tip™ visor engineered to reduce the possible occurrence of cuts or scrapes in the event of a fall. The new visor is composed of a structural plastic, co-molded with a soft, protective outer rim. In addition to protecting the rider from the sun, the new visor is more durable for daily use.
In addition to the new Soft-Tip visor, Steel Garcia™ Retention Rings have been added, completing the rugged, Western look of the helmet.
"The Dakota was the first certified helmet for the Trail & Western rider. This is the most highly ventilated and durable Trail riding helmet on the market and customer feedback has been great,” said Shay Timms, CEO of Troxel.
Available in a Sandstone, Grizzly Brown, or Black, the upgraded Dakota is available now from select retailers at an MSRP of $79.95. The Dakota is part of Troxel's line of Western helmets, including the Sierra ($119.95) and Cheyenne ($149.95).
Product shots and lifestyle photos available at: http://www.troxelhelmets.com/media <http://www.troxelhelmets.com/media>
About Troxel
Troxel is the world's leading provider of ASTM / SEI certified equestrian helmets for competitive, schooling and recreational riding. Established in 1898, Troxel is recognized for its innovative design and research leadership in helmetry. Based in San Diego, California, Troxel now dedicates all its resources to equestrian helmets and related accessories, and has provided over three million helmets to the equestrian market.
Contact:
Karisa Dern
619.515.5316
Karisa@1011i.com <mailto:Karisa@1011i.com>
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Julie Goodnight Tip of the Month for October
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Julie Goodnight Tip of the Month
Contact:
Goodnight Training Stables, Inc./ Horse
Master with Julie Goodnight RFD-TV Show
PO Box 397, Poncha Springs, CO 81242
(719) 530-0531
press@juliegoodnight.com
PONCHA SPRINGS, Colo. October 14, 2009- Have you ever had an ad drop out at the last moment-or a space that didn't sell before printing deadline? Or has someone turned in a story that's just a little too short? Julie Goodnight to the rescue. Goodnight-known for her clear communication in print and on her new RFD-TV show, Horse Master with Julie Goodnight-provides a tip each month for use when you, as an editor, need just a little more content or a great quip to fill out your magazine. Tips may be edited for style, length and content. Content is provided free of charge. Here's a tip to help you when you're in a layout crunch . . .
Split rein hold
Split reins are commonly used by western riders and there are several ways
to hold them-- the two-handed trainer's hold (with the reins bridged and
both reins in both hands), one-handed trainer's hold (reins bridged with
four fingers between the reins) and the proper split rein, like what is
required in competition. The split reins hold is sometimes called the
"pistol grip" and is easily taught to riders by having them make a pistol,
then grab the reins with the index finger between the reins.
--Julie Goodnight
Find more tips at Julie's websites:
http://www.JulieGoodnight.com
http://www.horsemaster.tv
http://www.youtube.com/juliegoodnight
and during Julie Goodnight's weekly TV show
on RFD-TV (Wednesdays at 5:30 EST).
A service of The Whole Picture, LLC., http://www.wholepicture.org
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Julie Goodnight Tip of the Month
Contact:
Goodnight Training Stables, Inc./ Horse
Master with Julie Goodnight RFD-TV Show
PO Box 397, Poncha Springs, CO 81242
(719) 530-0531
press@juliegoodnight.com
PONCHA SPRINGS, Colo. October 14, 2009- Have you ever had an ad drop out at the last moment-or a space that didn't sell before printing deadline? Or has someone turned in a story that's just a little too short? Julie Goodnight to the rescue. Goodnight-known for her clear communication in print and on her new RFD-TV show, Horse Master with Julie Goodnight-provides a tip each month for use when you, as an editor, need just a little more content or a great quip to fill out your magazine. Tips may be edited for style, length and content. Content is provided free of charge. Here's a tip to help you when you're in a layout crunch . . .
Split rein hold
Split reins are commonly used by western riders and there are several ways
to hold them-- the two-handed trainer's hold (with the reins bridged and
both reins in both hands), one-handed trainer's hold (reins bridged with
four fingers between the reins) and the proper split rein, like what is
required in competition. The split reins hold is sometimes called the
"pistol grip" and is easily taught to riders by having them make a pistol,
then grab the reins with the index finger between the reins.
--Julie Goodnight
Find more tips at Julie's websites:
http://www.JulieGoodnight.com
http://www.horsemaster.tv
http://www.youtube.com/juliegoodnight
and during Julie Goodnight's weekly TV show
on RFD-TV (Wednesdays at 5:30 EST).
A service of The Whole Picture, LLC., http://www.wholepicture.org
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Thursday, October 1, 2009
Television¹s star horse trainer Julie Goodnight hosts a weekend riding and yoga getaway at C Lazy U guest ranch in Granby, CO, Oct. 16-19, 2009
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Goodnight Training Stables, Inc.
PO Box 397
Poncha Springs CO 81242
(719) 530-0531
fax (719) 530-0939
Television’s star horse trainer Julie Goodnight hosts a weekend riding and yoga getaway at C Lazy U guest ranch in Granby, CO, Oct. 16-19, 2009
Click here for a high-resolution photo of Julie Goodnight:
http://juliegoodnight.com/newsroom.html <http://juliegoodnight.com/newsroom.html>
Granby, CO October 1, 2009 — The first of two Yoga and Riding Retreats with Julie Goodnight trots into Granby, Colorado’s premiere guest ranch, C Lazy U, October 16-19, 2009. The four-day retreat features internationally acclaimed horse trainer and star of Horse Master on RFD-TV, Julie Goodnight (of Salida, CO), teaching classic and natural horsemanship skills and yoga taught by equestrian Cathy Benthagen. Contact now to register (970-887-3344, ranch@clazyu.com) or find out more about the fall retreat as well as the May 21-24, 2010 event at http://juliegoodnight.com/images/clazyu.pdf <http://ui.constantcontact.com/rnavmap/evaluate.rnav/1?activepage=ecampaign.view&pageName=ecampaign.view&agent.uid=1102688862495&action=edit> and http://clazyu.com <http://clazyu.com> .
Each full day of the guest-ranch retreat includes a morning yoga session amid the ranch’s picturesque backdrop. Then mount up (bring your own horse or travel light while working on your horsemanship with one of the ranch’s horses) for two two-hour riding sessions with Goodnight plus chances to ride on trails throughout the ranch’s vast acreage. Stay tuned for 5-star dining throughout the day and fun and informative horse keeping discussions and presentations each night. You’ll enjoy social interaction with horse lovers who focus on natural techniques and healthy living.
Details and Registration Information:
Arrival is between noon and 4:00 p.m. on Friday October 16, 2009. Arrive in plenty of time to check in, look around the ranch and settle your horse into a stall or get acquainted with the C Lazy U horses (ranch horses are available for those who would like to fly in to attend). Departure is after lunch on Monday, October 19th. Price for accommodations and the clinics is $795 plus tax and 20% service charge.
About C Lazy U:
Now celebrating its 90th birthday, the historic ranch combines natural splendor with luxurious accommodations and world-class service. Watch the online video: http://clazyu.com/TheRanch/RanchVideo/tabid/212/Default.aspx. Spa services are available at the ranch but not a part of the structured retreat.
About Julie Goodnight:
Julie Goodnight is an internationally respected trainer and clinician with experience in many types of training. As a natural teacher, Julie decided to make horses her life's work-and to teach people how to work with horses safely and with kindness. Showing her dedication to teaching and safety, Julie earned her Master Instructor and Clinician ranking with the Certified Horsemanship Association (the association she continues to represent as International Spokesperson). In 2008 she was named Equine Affaire's Exceptional Equestrian Educator--one of only three awards ever given.
Julie is now best known for her award-winning television show airing weekly on RFD-TV—Horse Master with Julie Goodnight. Natural horsemanship is founded on understanding horse behavior and the idea that horses look for leadership, direction and assurance that they're safe and acting appropriately. Julie strives to teach you how to master that ideal and emphasizes the importance of life-long learning.
Goodnight’s online Training Library contains questions answered by a pro and is free to read. If you want even more training tips and advice –and chances to win Goodnight’s DVDs and gear –join her fan club on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2357009854&ref=t as well as “friend” her at http://www.facebook.com/julie.goodnight and sign up for her free monthly newsletter at http://juliegoodnight.com/emailsignup.php (each newsletter edition contains at least two new training articles). Goodnight also writes about key horse keeping and training topics on her blog http://juliegoodnightontheroad.blogspot.com/and announces all through Twitter at http://twitter.com/juliegoodnight. It’s all free to you and will help you form the perfect relationship with your horse.
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Contact:
Goodnight Training Stables, Inc.
PO Box 397
Poncha Springs CO 81242
(719) 530-0531
fax (719) 530-0939
Television’s star horse trainer Julie Goodnight hosts a weekend riding and yoga getaway at C Lazy U guest ranch in Granby, CO, Oct. 16-19, 2009
Click here for a high-resolution photo of Julie Goodnight:
http://juliegoodnight.com/newsroom.html <http://juliegoodnight.com/newsroom.html>
Granby, CO October 1, 2009 — The first of two Yoga and Riding Retreats with Julie Goodnight trots into Granby, Colorado’s premiere guest ranch, C Lazy U, October 16-19, 2009. The four-day retreat features internationally acclaimed horse trainer and star of Horse Master on RFD-TV, Julie Goodnight (of Salida, CO), teaching classic and natural horsemanship skills and yoga taught by equestrian Cathy Benthagen. Contact now to register (970-887-3344, ranch@clazyu.com) or find out more about the fall retreat as well as the May 21-24, 2010 event at http://juliegoodnight.com/images/clazyu.pdf <http://ui.constantcontact.com/rnavmap/evaluate.rnav/1?activepage=ecampaign.view&pageName=ecampaign.view&agent.uid=1102688862495&action=edit> and http://clazyu.com <http://clazyu.com> .
Each full day of the guest-ranch retreat includes a morning yoga session amid the ranch’s picturesque backdrop. Then mount up (bring your own horse or travel light while working on your horsemanship with one of the ranch’s horses) for two two-hour riding sessions with Goodnight plus chances to ride on trails throughout the ranch’s vast acreage. Stay tuned for 5-star dining throughout the day and fun and informative horse keeping discussions and presentations each night. You’ll enjoy social interaction with horse lovers who focus on natural techniques and healthy living.
Details and Registration Information:
Arrival is between noon and 4:00 p.m. on Friday October 16, 2009. Arrive in plenty of time to check in, look around the ranch and settle your horse into a stall or get acquainted with the C Lazy U horses (ranch horses are available for those who would like to fly in to attend). Departure is after lunch on Monday, October 19th. Price for accommodations and the clinics is $795 plus tax and 20% service charge.
About C Lazy U:
Now celebrating its 90th birthday, the historic ranch combines natural splendor with luxurious accommodations and world-class service. Watch the online video: http://clazyu.com/TheRanch/RanchVideo/tabid/212/Default.aspx. Spa services are available at the ranch but not a part of the structured retreat.
About Julie Goodnight:
Julie Goodnight is an internationally respected trainer and clinician with experience in many types of training. As a natural teacher, Julie decided to make horses her life's work-and to teach people how to work with horses safely and with kindness. Showing her dedication to teaching and safety, Julie earned her Master Instructor and Clinician ranking with the Certified Horsemanship Association (the association she continues to represent as International Spokesperson). In 2008 she was named Equine Affaire's Exceptional Equestrian Educator--one of only three awards ever given.
Julie is now best known for her award-winning television show airing weekly on RFD-TV—Horse Master with Julie Goodnight. Natural horsemanship is founded on understanding horse behavior and the idea that horses look for leadership, direction and assurance that they're safe and acting appropriately. Julie strives to teach you how to master that ideal and emphasizes the importance of life-long learning.
Goodnight’s online Training Library contains questions answered by a pro and is free to read. If you want even more training tips and advice –and chances to win Goodnight’s DVDs and gear –join her fan club on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2357009854&ref=t as well as “friend” her at http://www.facebook.com/julie.goodnight and sign up for her free monthly newsletter at http://juliegoodnight.com/emailsignup.php (each newsletter edition contains at least two new training articles). Goodnight also writes about key horse keeping and training topics on her blog http://juliegoodnightontheroad.blogspot.com/and announces all through Twitter at http://twitter.com/juliegoodnight. It’s all free to you and will help you form the perfect relationship with your horse.
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Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Brighthouse announces addition of RFD-TV in Tennessee
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Brighthouse announces addition of RFD-TV
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Sept. 30, 2009) –Bright House Networks and RFD-TV, LLC announce today that RFD-TV—Rural America’s Most Important Network—is now available to Bright House Network’s Digital Basic tier subscribers in DeFuniak Springs, Blountstown (channel 173) and Chattahoochee (channel 430).
RFD-TV, an independent nine year old cable network that is part of the Rural Media Group, is the only television network that serves the Rural Lifestyle marketplace 24 hours a day. RFD-TV ‘s high quality family-oriented programming covers four core interest areas – Agricultural News and Information, Equine and Western Lifestyle, Music and Entertainment and Rural Lifestyle.
“Bright House Networks is delighted to provide RFD-TV to our DeFuniak Springs, Blountstown and Chattahoochee customers. Our customers have requested the programming, and our ability to meet or exceed the expectations of customers is important to us. The quality and type of programming RFD-TV shows is certain to provide enjoyment and education to our customers” said Karen Broach, Division President, Bright House Networks, Birmingham Division.
"Bright House Networks viewers in DeFuniak Springs, Blountstown and Chattahoochee Florida now have the chance to experience the wide variety of rural lifestyle programming available on RFD-TV. It has become obvious that there is a demand for more diverse programming for the rural markets and we are delighted that Bright House Networks recognizes RFD-TV as the best option to satisfy the underserved community of rural lifestyle enthusiasts, stated Carolyn J. Clayton, Director of Affiliate Sales and Marketing for RFD-TV’s South East Region.”
About RFD-TV, LLC
Launched in December of 2000 and now beginning its 10th year of broadcasting, RFD-TV is the nation's first 24-hour television channels dedicated to serving the needs and interests of rural America with programming focused on agriculture, equine, rural lifestyle, along with traditional country music and entertainment. The channel is now distributed into over 40 million homes worldwide by DBS and cable systems including DISH Network, DIRECTV, Comcast, Verizon FiOS TV, Mediacom, Charter, Bresnan, Time Warner, Cox, SKY, Freesat and over 600 independent rural cable systems. Production originates in studios located in Nashville, Tennessee for RFD-TV and RFD HD, and now London, England for RURAL TV, the company’s new international channel which launched throughout the UK in March/2009. RFD-TV The Magazine now has over 160,000 paid subscribers for its bi-monthly publication, and the company continues to operate RFD-TV The Theatre in Branson, Missouri.
www.rfdtv.com <http://www.rfdtv.com>
About Bright House Networks
Bright House Networks is the nation’s 6th largest multiple cable system operator (MSO) with 2.4 million customers in several large markets including Bakersfield, California; Birmingham, Alabama; Detroit, Michigan; Indianapolis, Indiana; Orlando, Florida (Central Florida Division) and Tampa Bay, Florida along with several other smaller systems in Alabama and the Florida Panhandle. The high-growth Tampa/Central Florida markets are contiguous and form one of the country’s largest cable clusters. BHN’s corporate locations are in Syracuse, New York and Orlando, Florida.
CONTACT:
RFD-TV: Cathie Lowe, Cathie@rfdtv.com, 615.620.9239
Bright House Networks: Robert.Smith4@mybrighthouse.com, 205-238-3080
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Monday, September 21, 2009
Julie Goodnight Tip of the Month for September
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Julie Goodnight Tip of the Month
Contact:
Goodnight Training Stables, Inc./ Horse Master with Julie Goodnight RFD-TV Show
PO Box 397, Poncha Springs, CO 81242
(719) 530-0531
press@juliegoodnight.com <mailto:press@juliegoodnight.com>
PONCHA SPRINGS, Colo. September 21, 2009— Have you ever had an ad drop out at the last moment—or a space that didn’t sell before printing deadline? Or has someone turned in a story that’s just a little too short? It’s Julie Goodnight and www.juliegoodnight.com to the rescue. Check out the newest addition to Goodnight’s online “Training Library” here and read more about training online (found with a quick link at the top of www.juliegoodnight.com <http://www.juliegoodnight.com> ). Goodnight—known for her clear communication in print and on her new RFD-TV show, Horse Master with Julie Goodnight—provides a tip each month for use when you, as an editor, need just a little more content or a great quip to fill out your magazine. Tips may be edited for style, length and content. Content is provided free of charge. Here’s a tip to help you when you’re in a layout crunch . . .
Behavior Mod for Horses
Horses are creatures of habit and routine. Sometimes an unwanted behavior can become a bad habit after only one or two displays. Often riders are surprised by the first one or two times a horse acts up and they let the moment go without a correction; or worse, they inadvertently reward the behavior by letting the horse get what he wants. Remember, horses tend to be location specific in their behavior and this means that they will tend to act up in the same place or circumstance every time. As soon as you detect a problem, correct your horse firmly the first time so it doesn’t become a long-term problem.
Find more tips at Julie's websites:
http://www.JulieGoodnight.com
http://www.twitter.com/juliegoodnight <http://www.twitter.com/juliegoodnight%0Dhttp://facebook.com/Julie.goodnight>
http://facebook.com/Julie.goodnight <http://www.twitter.com/juliegoodnight%0Dhttp://facebook.com/Julie.goodnight>
http://www.youtube.com/juliegoodnight
and during Julie Goodnight's weekly TV show
on RFD-TV (Wednesdays at 5:30 EST).
A service of The Whole Picture, LLC., http://www.wholepicture.org
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Julie Goodnight Tip of the Month
Contact:
Goodnight Training Stables, Inc./ Horse Master with Julie Goodnight RFD-TV Show
PO Box 397, Poncha Springs, CO 81242
(719) 530-0531
press@juliegoodnight.com <mailto:press@juliegoodnight.com>
PONCHA SPRINGS, Colo. September 21, 2009— Have you ever had an ad drop out at the last moment—or a space that didn’t sell before printing deadline? Or has someone turned in a story that’s just a little too short? It’s Julie Goodnight and www.juliegoodnight.com to the rescue. Check out the newest addition to Goodnight’s online “Training Library” here and read more about training online (found with a quick link at the top of www.juliegoodnight.com <http://www.juliegoodnight.com> ). Goodnight—known for her clear communication in print and on her new RFD-TV show, Horse Master with Julie Goodnight—provides a tip each month for use when you, as an editor, need just a little more content or a great quip to fill out your magazine. Tips may be edited for style, length and content. Content is provided free of charge. Here’s a tip to help you when you’re in a layout crunch . . .
Behavior Mod for Horses
Horses are creatures of habit and routine. Sometimes an unwanted behavior can become a bad habit after only one or two displays. Often riders are surprised by the first one or two times a horse acts up and they let the moment go without a correction; or worse, they inadvertently reward the behavior by letting the horse get what he wants. Remember, horses tend to be location specific in their behavior and this means that they will tend to act up in the same place or circumstance every time. As soon as you detect a problem, correct your horse firmly the first time so it doesn’t become a long-term problem.
Find more tips at Julie's websites:
http://www.JulieGoodnight.com
http://www.twitter.com/juliegoodnight <http://www.twitter.com/juliegoodnight%0Dhttp://facebook.com/Julie.goodnight>
http://facebook.com/Julie.goodnight <http://www.twitter.com/juliegoodnight%0Dhttp://facebook.com/Julie.goodnight>
http://www.youtube.com/juliegoodnight
and during Julie Goodnight's weekly TV show
on RFD-TV (Wednesdays at 5:30 EST).
A service of The Whole Picture, LLC., http://www.wholepicture.org
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Thursday, September 17, 2009
Watch New Horse Master with Julie Goodnight Episodes on RFD-TV This Fall
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Watch New Horse Master with Julie Goodnight Episodes on RFD-TV This Fall — Then Access FREE Online Extras with Youtube, Facebook and More
Contact:
Goodnight Training Stables, Inc./ Horse Master with Julie Goodnight RFD-TV Show
PO Box 397, Poncha Springs, CO 81242
(719) 530-0531
press@juliegoodnight.com
SALIDA, Colo., September 17, 2009: The fall RFD-TV season kicks off with new Horse Master with Julie Goodnight episodes taped in Oregon City, Oregon and covering topics you want to see to help you with your horse life.
“Our shoot site, Tanz-Pferde Dressage Farms (www.tanz-pferde.com, the name means dancing horses) was a beautiful backdrop to shoot our fall shows,” Goodnight says. “We shot in their new outdoor arena and were surrounded by incredible trees—beautiful back drops in 360 degrees. With six really good episodes “in the can,” I have a few favorites, but all were topics that I have questions about at clinics and expos. We have episodes including stopping your horse from rearing on the trail, slowing a horse down for shows, loosening the reins to calm a jiggy horse, re-starting a horse in the round pen to help rectify his bossy behavior, helping a former brood mare learn a stop cue and learn to be a great riding mount, and helping a horse learn to pick up the correct lead. I think you’ll like them all and there’s beautiful country to see along the way!”
Horse Master’s RFD-TV episodes air every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. EST (with encores airing Thursday and Saturday nights) on Direct TV channel 345, Dish Network channel 231 as well as cable outlets. See the expanded schedule below.
Free online extras:
Find out more about each episode and read FREE articles that accompany and supplement each topic at http://juliegoodnight.com (click on the Horse Master link at the top left). Goodnight’s online Training Library also contains questions answered by a pro and is free to read. If you want even more training tips and advice –and chances to win Goodnight’s DVDs and gear –join her fan club on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2357009854&ref=t as well as “friend” her at http://www.facebook.com/julie.goodnight and sign up for her free monthly newsletter at http://juliegoodnight.com/emailsignup.php (each newsletter edition contains at least two new training articles). Goodnight also writes about key horse keeping and training topics on her blog http://juliegoodnightontheroad.blogspot.com/and announces all through Twitter at http://twitter.com/juliegoodnight. It’s all free to you and will help you form the perfect relationship with your horse.
Schedule of RFD-TV’s Horse Master with Julie Goodnight Fall 2010:
September 19/ October 28: 219 Diane/Jasmine “Rearing to Go”
The Horse Master helps a frustrated trail rider keep her horse moving forward and from rearing
September 23/ November 4: 220 Ellye/Danny --40th show by the way-- “Show Slow”
The Horse Master teaches a 4H-er to rate her speed in the show ring
September 30/ November 11: 221 Linda/Bria “Letting Go”
The Horse Master teaches a nervous rider the importance of relaxing her rein hold, riding with draped reins
October 7/ November 18: 222 Clare/Lux “Starting Over”
The Horse Master uses round-pen training to teach an overbearing, bucking Warmblood to respect his leader
October 14/ November 25: 223 BJ/Candy “Whoa means Whoa”
The Horse Master teaches a just-started Appaloosa to stop from a seat cue, avoiding rein pressure
October 21/ December 2: 224 Jessica/Cookie “Straight and Round”
The Horse Master helps a horse feel balanced cues, pick up the correct lead
Join the Texas cast in 2010:
If you're interested on the show with your horse as Goodnight shoots 6 more episodes in Texas February 2-4, 2010, please apply using the application at http://www.horsemaster.juliegoodnight.com/apply.html. Two grips are also needed. Apply online to work with the crew near Houston/Austin/Yoakum: http://www.horsemaster.tv <http://www.horsemaster.tv> then click on the “schedule” link. You’ll find more details about the schedule and shoot location as the shooting location is determined.
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Watch New Horse Master with Julie Goodnight Episodes on RFD-TV This Fall — Then Access FREE Online Extras with Youtube, Facebook and More
Contact:
Goodnight Training Stables, Inc./ Horse Master with Julie Goodnight RFD-TV Show
PO Box 397, Poncha Springs, CO 81242
(719) 530-0531
press@juliegoodnight.com
SALIDA, Colo., September 17, 2009: The fall RFD-TV season kicks off with new Horse Master with Julie Goodnight episodes taped in Oregon City, Oregon and covering topics you want to see to help you with your horse life.
“Our shoot site, Tanz-Pferde Dressage Farms (www.tanz-pferde.com, the name means dancing horses) was a beautiful backdrop to shoot our fall shows,” Goodnight says. “We shot in their new outdoor arena and were surrounded by incredible trees—beautiful back drops in 360 degrees. With six really good episodes “in the can,” I have a few favorites, but all were topics that I have questions about at clinics and expos. We have episodes including stopping your horse from rearing on the trail, slowing a horse down for shows, loosening the reins to calm a jiggy horse, re-starting a horse in the round pen to help rectify his bossy behavior, helping a former brood mare learn a stop cue and learn to be a great riding mount, and helping a horse learn to pick up the correct lead. I think you’ll like them all and there’s beautiful country to see along the way!”
Horse Master’s RFD-TV episodes air every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. EST (with encores airing Thursday and Saturday nights) on Direct TV channel 345, Dish Network channel 231 as well as cable outlets. See the expanded schedule below.
Free online extras:
Find out more about each episode and read FREE articles that accompany and supplement each topic at http://juliegoodnight.com (click on the Horse Master link at the top left). Goodnight’s online Training Library also contains questions answered by a pro and is free to read. If you want even more training tips and advice –and chances to win Goodnight’s DVDs and gear –join her fan club on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2357009854&ref=t as well as “friend” her at http://www.facebook.com/julie.goodnight and sign up for her free monthly newsletter at http://juliegoodnight.com/emailsignup.php (each newsletter edition contains at least two new training articles). Goodnight also writes about key horse keeping and training topics on her blog http://juliegoodnightontheroad.blogspot.com/and announces all through Twitter at http://twitter.com/juliegoodnight. It’s all free to you and will help you form the perfect relationship with your horse.
Schedule of RFD-TV’s Horse Master with Julie Goodnight Fall 2010:
September 19/ October 28: 219 Diane/Jasmine “Rearing to Go”
The Horse Master helps a frustrated trail rider keep her horse moving forward and from rearing
September 23/ November 4: 220 Ellye/Danny --40th show by the way-- “Show Slow”
The Horse Master teaches a 4H-er to rate her speed in the show ring
September 30/ November 11: 221 Linda/Bria “Letting Go”
The Horse Master teaches a nervous rider the importance of relaxing her rein hold, riding with draped reins
October 7/ November 18: 222 Clare/Lux “Starting Over”
The Horse Master uses round-pen training to teach an overbearing, bucking Warmblood to respect his leader
October 14/ November 25: 223 BJ/Candy “Whoa means Whoa”
The Horse Master teaches a just-started Appaloosa to stop from a seat cue, avoiding rein pressure
October 21/ December 2: 224 Jessica/Cookie “Straight and Round”
The Horse Master helps a horse feel balanced cues, pick up the correct lead
Join the Texas cast in 2010:
If you're interested on the show with your horse as Goodnight shoots 6 more episodes in Texas February 2-4, 2010, please apply using the application at http://www.horsemaster.juliegoodnight.com/apply.html. Two grips are also needed. Apply online to work with the crew near Houston/Austin/Yoakum: http://www.horsemaster.tv <http://www.horsemaster.tv> then click on the “schedule” link. You’ll find more details about the schedule and shoot location as the shooting location is determined.
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