Tuesday, May 28, 2013

Julie Goodnight Announces One-Day Sale in Honor of International Helmet Awareness Day 2013

Special Announcement:
Use the code: helmethead at http://shopping.juliegoodnight.com on June 22 ONLY to save 30% off any Troxel helmet she carries!


 

Riders4Helmets Announces International Helmet Awareness Day 2013

 

Global Network of Equestrian Retailers to Provide Education and Helmet Discounts

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Lexington, KY (May 27th)- Riders4Helmets.com has teamed up with leading helmet manufacturers to host International Helmet Awareness Day 2013 on Saturday June 22nd. Building on the success of International Helmet Awareness Day 2012, participating retailers all over the world will be offering discounts on helmets to equestrians on this day. "We are absolutely delighted at the growth of the event since it was first held as a US based National event in 2010," said Lyndsey White, Riders4Helmets. "To be in our third year of hosting and organizing the event on an International level is truly a testament to the support of the helmet manufacturers, retailers and equestrians around the globe who continue to realize the importance of ongoing safety education. Carmen ter Rahe has joined the riders4helmets team this year to assist with growing International Helmet Awareness Day even further as our Ambassador in Australia."

The riders4helmets campaign was founded in 2010 as a direct result of Olympian Courtney King-Dye's accident with the aim of educating equestrians on the benefits of wearing a properly fitting, secured and certified helmet. "In 2012, International Helmet Awareness Day  received support from 10 helmet manufacturers and 600 retailers in 4 countries," said King-Dye. "Whether you are a helmet manufacturer, retailer or equestrian, I hope that you will lend your full support to this important event in 2013."

International Helmet Awareness Day is not just an opportunity for equestrians to purchase a helmet at a special one-time discount, more importantly it is an opportunity for equestrians to be educated.  "Riders4Helmets will therefore be live streaming “Get Educated” webinars via Riders4Helmets.com on Saturday June 22nd, in which equestrians will be able to ask a variety of experts real-time” questions. The webinars will feature experts in fields such as: Traumatic Brain Injury and Concussion; Psychology (why equestrians choose not to wear a helmet); Neuro Physiotherapy; Helmet Manufacturers; Traumatic Brain Injury Survivors; Leading Equestrians (including Olympians); and, Helmet Testing Agencies. Riders4Helmets will announce the confirmed line-up of participants at Riders4Helmets.com prior to June 22nd. The educational aspect of International Helmet Awareness Day will be supported by participating retailers, many of whom have already made plans to offer educational events in their stores on June 22nd.

Riders4Helmets was founded in early 2010 after Olympic dressage rider Courtney King Dye was seriously injured in a riding accident. King Dye, who remained in a coma for a month following her accident, was not wearing a helmet at the time of the accident, and is still undergoing rehabilitation.

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Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Cornell University Invites the Horse Industry Attend - Julie Goodnight Returns!

Cornell University Invites the Horse Industry Attend - Julie Goodnight Returns!

 

The Department of Animal Science, invites the horse industry to Cornell University on Thursday May 23, 2013. The department will be hosting its annual ‘New York State 4-H Horse In-service Program’. This year Julie Goodnight will be returning to campus. Julie has been at Cornell many times over the years. She is always excellent, is a crowd pleaser – and has so much practical information to offer anyone in the horse industry from back yard horseman, youth leaders, show exhibitors, equine students, to professional horseman. There will be other excellent equine industry topics and speakers as well.

 

*Opening Remarks - Jeannie Griffiths – Extension Horse Specialist

 

*Welcome - Dr. Pat Johnson – first woman Department of Animal Science Chair

 

*“Equine Genetics, Today and Tomorrow”- Dr. Samantha Brooks

 

*“Horse Mortality: Carcass Disposal Alternatives” – Jean Bonhotal

 

*“CHA…What is it? What do they do?” - Julie Goodnight –

 

*“Share Time” – what are you doing in the horse industry that you might like to share? And in the heated indoor arena:

 

*“Be the Leader…Groundwork to Teach You and Your Horse Just WHO is in Charge” – Julie Goodnight

 

*“In the Saddle with Julie…Position, Balance, Rhythm, Communication, Collection, Control, and more!” – Julie Goodnight

 

*“Helping Other Riders Get It…Working with Julie to Help Others Attain Confidence and Control, Practice Makes Perfect” – Julie Goodnight

 

DATE: May 23, 2013 – Thursday

 

This year the public will be invited to attend the Cornell University and Cornell Cooperative Extension sponsored inservice program.

 

For more information visit the web site at: http://www.ansci.cornell.edu/4H/horses/inservice/index.html

 

Full schedule:

http://www.ansci.cornell.edu/4H/horses/inservice/inserviceprogram.pdf

 

Pressrelease:

http://ansci.cornell.edu/4H/horses/inservice/inservicepressrelease.pdf

 

Jean Griffiths Extension Horse Specialist Department of Animal Science jtg4@cornell.edu 607-255-2857

 

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Monday, May 13, 2013

All New Horse Master Shows Airing Now-- From White Stallion Ranch in Tucson, Arizona

Have you ever ridden a horse that couldn't be near other horses? Today's Horse Master with Julie Goodnight features a finished show horse that had been bullied by another horse and became afraid of others riding near her--making it impossible for her rider to work in an arena or show. Julie helps the rider learn to take charge and help her horse remain calm. Check it out in a half hour or later tonight onRFD-TV. You can catch it Friday morning or Saturday night, too. Set your DVRs! This was a fun show from The White Stallion Ranch in Tucson— we'll shoot there again next spring! If you're in Arizona, make sure to watch for the casting call!

Monday, May 6, 2013

Apply to be a Cast Member on Horse Master with Julie Goodnight: Taping July 20, 2013 in Central Colorado/ Horse Master¹s 2013 Airing Schedule on RFD-TV

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Apply to be a Cast Member on Horse Master with Julie Goodnight: Taping July 20, 2013 in Central Colorado/

Horse Master’s 2013 Airing Schedule on RFD-TV


Contact:
Julie Goodnight Horsemanship Training
Goodnight Training Stables, Inc.
PO Box 397
Poncha Springs, CO 81242
press@juliegoodnight.com
(719) 530-0531

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Horse Master logo: http://juliegoodnight.com/press/hmlogo.jpg

May 1, 2013:
Watch Horse Master with Julie Goodnight each Monday night on RFD-TV—and this summer, Colorado riders can be part of the cast of 8 shows that tape the week of July 20, 2013 nearSalida. Apply now (the deadline is June 10, so please hurry) at http://HorseMaster.tv to be part of the cast with your horse. Goodnight can help you with any riding or training goal. Bonus:Dale Myler of Myler Bits will be on hand to help with two episodes. This isyour chance to find the best bit for your high performance dressage, reining or barrel horse—or to get help introducing a bit to your horse.

 

Horse Master, the horse-riding-help and makeover show on RFD-TV includes help from veteran trainer Goodnight and covers the topics you want to see to help you with your horse life. Goodnight works with a different horse and rider in each episode. Each chosen cast member will work with Goodnight for two days during the week-long shoot. Training is taped with Goodnight then cast members have practice time with Goodnight’s trained staff—helping each cast member and horse achieve as much as possible in a short-but-fun and educational time. Helmets for riders are provided by Troxel; other sponsors add great information and gifts, as well. Learn more about the shoot process and what you’ll need to be a cast member with this free online guide: http://www.horsemaster.juliegoodnight.com/images/WhattoExpect.pdf    

 

Horse Master’s RFD-TV episodes air Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays on Direct TV channel 345, Dish Network channel 231 (able to be added to any Dish package for $3 a month) as well as cable outlets. Find out how to watch in your area: http://www.rfdtv.com/find-rfd-tv.html

 

Have you missed past Horse Master episodes? Catch up online at TV.JulieGoodnight.com. Viewers report that they learn something each time they watch episodes in their DVD library. These are shows you will watch over and over and refer to often.



 

Horse Master Airing Schedule 2013

Week of May 12

HM612 "Ride by Me" Calming a horse and rider's fears of riding in a crowded arena. Shot in Tucson, Arizona at White Stallion Ranch. 2013.

 

Week of May 19

HM613 "Focal Point" Helping a distracted dressage prospect gain focus with calm-down circling exercises. Shot in Tucson, Arizona at White Stallion Ranch. 2013.

 

Week of May 26

HM614 "Turn the Corner" Teaching a competitive trail rider to back through obstacles with precision while turning on the forehand and haunches. Shot in Tucson, Arizona at White Stallion Ranch. 2013.

 

Week of June 2

HM615 "A Little R & R" Relaxation exercises to help a rider soften her shoulders and supple her horse for three-day-event work. Shot in Tucson, Arizona at White Stallion Ranch. 2013.

 

Week of June 9

HM616 "All Around Girl" An English rider wants to compete in stock horse all-around competition and needs to slow and collect the canter. Shot in Tucson, Arizona at White Stallion Ranch. 2013.

Week of June 16

HM609 "Cactus Cowgirl" Goodnight works with a White Stallion Ranch guest who rides horses during each vacation. Shot in Tucson, Arizona. 2013.

 

Week of June 23

HM610 "Behind the Scenes" Watch extra footage from 4 different episodes—as Julie practices with cast members and answers their training questions. This is your "backstage ticket" to Horse Master.

2013.

 

Week of June 30

HM611 "Boss Mare" Teaching a horse owner to take charge and command respect in any location. Shot in Tucson, Arizona at White Stallion Ranch. 2013.

 

Week of July 7

HM612 "Ride by Me" Calming a horse and rider's fears of riding in a crowded arena. Shot in Tucson, Arizona at White Stallion Ranch. 2013.

 

Week of July 14

HM613 "Focal Point" Helping a distracted dressage prospect gain focus with calm-down circling exercises. Shot in Tucson, Arizona at White Stallion Ranch. 2013.

 

Week of July 21

HM614 "Turn the Corner" Teaching a competitive trail rider to back through obstacles with precision while turning on the forehand and haunches. Shot in Tucson, Arizona at White Stallion Ranch. 2013.

 

Week of July 28

HM615 "A Little R & R" Relaxation exercises to help a rider soften her shoulders and supple her horse for three-day-event work. Shot in Tucson, Arizona at White Stallion Ranch. 2013.

 

Week of August 4

HM616 "All Around Girl" An English rider wants to compete in stock horse all-around competition and needs to slow and collect the canter. Shot in Tucson, Arizona at White Stallion Ranch. 2013.

Week of August 11

HM617 “Greatest Gift” After a tragedy, a rider finds solace with her horse and wants to boost their relationship. Shot in Texas at SisterCreek Ranch. 2013.

 

Week of August 18

HM618 “Jiggin and Jaggin” A herd-bound trail horse learns she must behave on the trail and follow her rider’s leadership. Shot in Texas at SisterCreek Ranch. 2013.

 

Week of August 25

HM619 “Pulling Together” A rider learns to use her hands in time with the horse and learns to feel her trot diagonals. Shot in Texas at SisterCreek Ranch. 2013.

 

Week of September 1

HM620 “Third Base” A rider learns to ride the canter for the first time—the third and faster gait. Shot in Texas at SisterCreek Ranch. 2013.

 

Week of September 8

HM621 “Get Your Groove Back” After not riding for almost a year, a rider regains her balance and learns to get her horse back in shape. Shot in Texas at SisterCreek Ranch. 2013.

 

Week of September 15

HM622 “Round One” A mustang starts round pen work as her first-ever training.  Shot in Texas at SisterCreek Ranch. 2013.

 

Week of September 22

HM623 “Rear View” A spoiled horse has learned to rear so he doesn’t have to work. Groundwork and leadership help his rider confidently return to the saddle. Shot in Texas at SisterCreek Ranch. 2013.

 

Week of September 29

HM624 “On a Bender” A young horse and experienced rider learn to bend, counterbend and turn while keeping circles round.  Shot in Texas at SisterCreek Ranch. 2013.

 

Week of October 6

HM617 “Greatest Gift” After a tragedy, a rider finds solace with her horse and wants to boost their relationship. Shot in Texas at SisterCreek Ranch. 2013.

 

Week of October 13

HM618 “Jiggin and Jaggin” A herd-bound trail horse learns she must behave on the trail and follow her rider’s leadership. Shot in Texas at SisterCreek Ranch. 2013.

 

Week of October 20

HM619 “Pulling Together” A rider learns to use her hands in time with the horse and learns to feel her trot diagonals. Shot in Texas at SisterCreek Ranch. 2013.

 

Week of October 27

HM620 “Third Base” A rider learns to ride the canter for the first time—the third and faster gait. Shot in Texas at SisterCreek Ranch. 2013.

 

Week of November 3

HM621 “Get Your Groove Back” After not riding for almost a year, a rider regains her balance and learns to get her horse back in shape. Shot in Texas at SisterCreek Ranch. 2013.

 

Week of November 10

HM622 “Round One” A mustang starts round pen work as her first-ever training.  Shot in Texas at SisterCreek Ranch. 2013.

 

Week of November 17

HM623 “Rear View” A spoiled horse has learned to rear so he doesn’t have to work. Groundwork and leadership help his rider confidently return to the saddle. Shot in Texas at SisterCreek Ranch. 2013.

 

Week of November 24

HM624 “On a Bender” A young horse and experienced rider learn to bend, counterbend and turn while keeping circles round.  Shot in Texas at SisterCreek Ranch. 2013.

 

 
Find more free articles to read and refer to in Julie’s Training Library:
http://juliegoodnight.com/q&a.php and watch Horse Master online at http://tv.JulieGoodnight.com or on RFD-TV every Monday at 12:30 and 10:30p EST —Direct TV channel 345, Dish Network channel 231 and on many cable outlets.  Check out specials and even more clips on Goodnight’s Facebook Fan Page: http://www.facebook.com/horsemaster.tv. Sign up for his free monthly letter at: http://juliegoodnight.com/emailsignup.php.  

Wednesday, May 1, 2013

FW: AHP Newsgroup: Western Dressage Association Announces AHA and WSDAC To Use WDAA Rules & Tests



From: American Horse Publications <ahorsepubs@AOL.COM>
Date: Tue, 30 Apr 2013 19:53:53 -0400
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Subject: AHP Newsgroup: Western Dressage Association Announces AHA and WSDAC To Use WDAA Rules & Tests

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

04-30-2013

 

For further information or images: info@westerndressageassociation.org

 

Western Dressage Association® Announces AHA and WSDAC To Use WDAA Rules & Tests

 

Parker, Colorado – The Western Dressage Association® of America (WDAA) is proud to announce that both the Arabian Horse Association (AHA) and the Western Style Dressage Association of Canada (WSDAC) will be utilizing the WDAA Western Dressage Tests for 2013 for their Western Dressage classes.  The WDAA is proud to partner with each of these Associations in offering this educational opportunity to more of the equine community.

 

The Arabian Horse Association Board of Directors recently voted to use the rules and tests of WDAA for Western Dressage classes starting in the 2014 competition year.  WDAA looks forward to working with AHA to offer Western Dressage as another discipline in which the versatile Arabian horse can showcase its versatility and unique style.  The AHA is an innovative equine association committed to the wonderful and celebrated Arabian horse and the people who love them working for both recreational and competitive riders.

 

The Western Style Dressage Association of Canada is the first International Alliance Partner of the WDAA.  The vision of the WSDAC mirrors that of the WDAA with the promotion of education being paramount to the Association.  The international unity of the two organizations is the first step in shared appreciation for the merits of Western Dressage.  This is showcased particularly as those qualities pertain honoring the horse, celebrating the partnership of horse and rider, and to educating to the athletic and mental growth and development for the usability and longevity of the Western horse.

 

The WDAA is eager to offer additional opportunities to riders and their horse via the partnerships with the AHA and WSDAC.  The use of Western Dressage Tests for 2013 gives riders the chance to receive feedback on their ride, creating an opportunity to learn, grow and train to the maximum benefit of the horse and rider partnership.  Whether Western Dressage is the ultimate discipline of choice or a training tool on the road to other western riding pursuits, the opportunity will exist for members of these associations.

 

About the Western Dressage Association® of America: The Western Dressage Association® of America is a 501(c)(3) educational non-profit organization focused on providing a model of horsemanship which optimizes the partnership of horse and rider for their mutual benefit.  The mission of the Western Dressage Association® is “to honor the horse, to value the partnership between horse and rider and to celebrate the legacy of the American West” which it focuses on through its offerings of educational opportunities and events to the equestrian community.   To discover more about the WDAA, please visit www.westerndressageassociation.org

 

About the Arabian Horse Association: The Arabian Horse Association was founded in 1908 with a focus on ensuring the integrity and perpetuation of the breed.  As the official breed association and registry in the United States, the AHA is the focal center for owners and enthusiasts alike.  The AHA offers competitions, activities, a marketplace and education to its members.  Its attention to the needs of both recreational and competitive riders ensures a continued celebration of the versatility and magnificence of the breed.  To discover more about the AHA and Arabian horses please visit their website: http://www.arabianhorses.org

 

About the Western Style Dressage Association of Canada: The Western Style Dressage Association of Canada (WSDAC) is a registered nonprofit Canadian national organization that promotes, fosters and educates people about Western Dressage in Canada.  The goal of the WSDAC is to provide a concise and progressive offering of classes for riders to develop a systematic training program for their horses and themselves.  The WSDAC honors the horse, and use kind and understanding training methods that are hundreds of years old.  Western Style Dressage appeals to all ages and types of riders and breeds of horses.  The WSDAC works to help riders continue on their journey of developing an understanding with their equine partners.  For more information on the WSDAC please visit their website: http://westernstyledressage.ca

 


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