Monday, April 30, 2012

AHP Newsgroup: Circle Y Saddles, Inc. Named the Official Saddle of Ultimate Calf Roping

 
From: American Horse Publications <ahorsepubs@AOL.COM>
Date: Mon, 30 Apr 2012 11:19:59 -0400
To: AHP Newsgroup <AHP-LIST@mailman.bloodhorse.com>
Subject: AHP Newsgroup: Circle Y Saddles, Inc. Named the Official Saddle of Ultimate Calf Roping

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, Inc. named the Official Saddle of Ultimate Calf Roping

 

YOAKUM, Texas (April 30, 2012): Circle Y Saddles, America’s Leading Saddle Brand, is the Official Saddle of Ultimate Calf Roping.

 

Starting in 2012, Circle Y will hand craft the trophy saddles and tack for Ultimate Calf Roping events, including the UCR Finals in August. Later this year, the association plans to introduce the Ultimate Calf Roping saddle line. Working with Scott Thomas, the Performance Product Line Manager of Circle Y, UC Roping will help design the Ultimate Calf Roping saddle engineered to fit today’s calf roping horse and competitor.  The saddle will be available for purchase through the Circle Y authorized dealer network nationwide. 

 

“I am so excited to have Circle Y Saddles and the Ultimate Calf Roping partner up to develop the Ultimate Calf Roping saddles. I roped calves professionally and know how important the saddle is to make sure your horse performs at its best. I am teaming up with Hogg Saddle Tree company and Precision Saddle Tree company to provide the trees for these saddles. Our goal is to develop an affordable, custom, hand-made calf saddle with the best possible tree and materials out there in the market. I look forward to showcasing these saddles at the Finals in 2012,” said Thomas.

 

Circle Y is proud to have Scott Thomas on the team.  It comes as no surprise that he should be the one to develop the Ultimate Calf Roping Saddles. His knowledge should prove to be a valuable asset in this endeavor,” said Mark Jemelka, Chief Operating Officer of Circle Y Saddles, Inc. 

 

For more information on Ultimate Calf Roping, visit their website at www.ucroping.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 to learn more.

 

 

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Thursday, April 19, 2012

Door Prizes Galore at Julie Goodnight's Norco Horsemanship Clinic Tour




For Immediate Release 

Contact: Heidi Nyland Melocco


303-903-1349  

Door Prizes Galore at Julie Goodnight's Norco Horsemanship Clinic Tour  

April 18, 2012: Clinician and TV Host Julie Goodnight announces that door prizes (from Myler Bits,  Nutramax Laboratories, Circle Y Saddles,Troxel Helmets, Bucas Blankets) will be awarded at her Clinic Tour stop in Norco, California at the George Ingalls Equestrian Center May 4-5, 2012 (Friday and Saturday).

Get your spectator tickets NOW for only $25 per person, per day ($10 for youths at the door). Bonus: Half-price tickets with your membership to 4H, CHA, or PATHi (call to order your discount tickets and be prepared to share member info or show membership cards or statement on logo letterhead to get the discount at the gate). Call to register: 800-225-8827 or purchase tickets online now: http://JulieGoodnight.com/clinics 

Door prizes include:

From Myler Bits: 10 $25 gift certificates for bits. 10 Myler books/DVD sets.
http://juliegoodnight.com/myler

From Nutramax Laboratories: A gift basket with tons of horse goodies; 10 bottles of Cosequin horse treats; Calxequin samples for all (as supplies last).
http://www.nutramaxlabs.com/Vet/Horse.aspx

From Circle Y Saddles: leather luggage tags; Plus, Saturday is your chance to talk to the Circle Y saddle fitter/ area representative and try out a new saddle. You’ll get one-on-one attention to find the right saddle to fit you and your horse.
http://circley.com
From Bucas Blankets: Fly masks; a fly sheet, a Bucas cooler.
http://juliegoodnight.com/bucas

From Troxel Helmets: Western helmets.
http://www.troxelhelmets.com
  
At the Norco clinic, you'll have opportunities to meet Goodnight in person and to ask your horsemanship questions. Learn what will help you progress with your horse during the "Up-Close-And-Personal" events which focus on helping the riders in each clinic. Julie Goodnight conducts horsemanship clinics for all disciplines (English and Western) and all ability levels. Clinics are fun and active, with a focus on bridging natural horsemanship techniques with the principles of classical riding. Julie's teachings are focused on finding success and improvement for each and every horse and rider by developing a deeper understanding of the horse and riding skills that lead to a balanced and rhythmic rider and a light and responsive horse. Clinics are each two days, 9 am to 5 pm daily.
  


Julie Goodnight Announces Half-Price Spectator Tickets for 4H Clubs, PATHi Centers and CHA Members




FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Julie Goodnight Announces Half-Price Spectator Tickets for 4H Clubs, PATHi Centers and CHA Members


Contact:
Julie Goodnight Horsemanship Training
Goodnight Training Stables, Inc.
PO Box 397
Poncha Springs, CO 81242
800-225-8827

High Res Photo of Julie:

http://juliegoodnight.com/images/JulieandDually.jpg

April 9, 2012:  Are you a member of 4H, the Certified Horsemanship Association or PATH International? This is your chance to purchase spectator tickets for Julie Goodnight’s Clinic Tour at HALF PRICE! Call 800-225.8827 for friendly help or show your membership card at the gate to redeem your discount.


Choose from the following clinics nationwide:
The discount is good on any spectator ticket purchased after April 12, 2012 andtickets purchased are not refundable. If you’d like to ride with Goodnight, limited riding spots are still available (at full price). Click here to register to ride now: http://juliegoodnight.com/clinics.

"I am a big believer in the work that CHA, 4H and PATHi do to teach quality horsemanship-- and I like giving back to the community whenever I can,” Goodnight says. “I hope you will all join me this year during my clinic tour! Learn skills to take back to your club or program."

It’s different at Julie’s clinics. It’s meant to be a time to learn in a positive, fun, intimate environment. You won’t be two stories above, watching her talk but never talking with her. Instead, this is your time to ask Julie about your horse; it’s your time to ride with Julie so that you know exactly what she’d do next to help you reach your goals.

What Julie’s Clinic Attendees Say:
I have nothing but the highest praise for my experience.Julie was always calm, low-key, positive about every rider and every horse,and, an excellent teacher. I liked the fact that she was teaching horsemanship and all of us, together with our horses, could learn something from each session. I would recommend her to anyone at any level interested in becoming a better rider.

Julie takes the time to work one on one with you and she explains thing in simple terms. If she's coming to your town--take advantage of this truly talented horse trainer!

I was able to come out of a rut that I was in with my horse and I learned to expect more from him because he was so capable and willing to give more. I have no doubt that there is no stopping us now! Thanks Julie, for being so wonderful and helpful! It felt as if I was getting help from a friend.

Register Now—To Ride or Watch:
Call or reserve your spot online today at http://juliegoodnight.com/clinics. To register to ride or to purchase tickets, call 800-225-8827, M-F, 9-5 MST for more information or help.
For those who register to ride, bring your horse/s and work with Julie to improve your horsemanship. Stabling available (extra fee). To ride: $450 for both days, $225 nonrefundable deposit required. Spectator tickets are $25 per day, perperson (half price with your 4H, CHA or PATHi membership). Youth tickets are available at the door for only $10.
Julie Goodnight conducts horsemanship clinics for all disciplines (English and Western) and all ability levels, at various private and public facilities in North America. Clinics are fun and active, with a focus on bridging naturalhorsemanship techniques with the principles of classical riding. Julie's teachings are focused on finding success and improvement for each and everyhorse and rider by developing a deeper understanding of the horse and riding skills that lead to a balanced and rhythmic rider and a light and responsive horse. Clinics are Saturday and Sunday, 9-5, and there are a maximum of fifteen riders in the clinic. Expect to work together in the arena all day, doing both ground work and mounted work, with a focus on refining riding skills and developing a better relationship with your horse. All ability levels are welcome as long as the rider has basic control at the walk and trot. Each rider works at his/her own pace without pressure to go outside you or your horse’s comfort zone. You may bring two horses if you want to; the only additional charge is for stalling. Click here for a detailed PDF: http://juliegoodnight.com/images/clinicprep.pdf
  

Julie Goodnight Announces Half-Price Spectator Tickets for South Carolina 4H Clubs, PATHi Centers and CHA Members: Join Goodnight at the June 2-3 Clinic in Bluffton, SC




FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Julie Goodnight Announces Half-Price Spectator Tickets for South Carolina 4H Clubs, PATHi Centers and CHA Members:

Join Goodnight at the June 2-3 Clinic in Bluffton, SC

Contact:
Julie Goodnight Horsemanship Training
Goodnight Training Stables, Inc.
PO Box 397
Poncha Springs, CO 81242
800-225-8827

High Res Photo of Julie:

http://juliegoodnight.com/images/JulieandDually.jpg

April 9, 2012:  Are you a member of 4H, the Certified Horsemanship Association or PATH International? This is your chance to purchase spectator tickets for Julie Goodnight’s June 2-3 Clinic Tour in Bluffton, South Carolina for HALF PRICE! Call 800-225.8827 for friendly help or show your membership card at the gate to redeem your discount.


And, if you’d like to ride with Goodnight, limited riding spots are still available. Click here to register to ride now: http://juliegoodnight.com/clinics.

"I am a big believer in the work that CHA, 4H and PATHi do to teach quality horsemanship-- and I like giving back to the community whenever I can,” Goodnight says. “I've enjoyed working with riders in South Carolina in the past—we filmed our Horse Master RFD-TV show at St. Helena in 2009 and loved it! I hope you will all join me this year on June 2 and 3 at  Longfield Stables in Bluffton! Learn skills to take back to your club or program." 

Directions and Info:

Goodnight’s horsemanship clinic begins at 9:00 am and ends approximately at 5:00 pm. Longfield Stables 24 Healey Road Bluffton, SC 29910. Bring a camp chair to sit in.

Directions: From Savannah Airport Exit airport and follow signs to I-95 North. Take I-95 North to Exit 8 in South Carolina (16 miles). At Exit 8, go right on Hwy. 278 East and proceed to SC 170 (8 miles). Exit right on SC 170 and follow it to the traffic circle (4 miles). Proceed around traffic circle. Take the third exit, heading East on SC 46. Proceed to Palmetto Bluff entrance (2 miles). The entrance to Palmetto Bluff will be on your right; proceed to Welcome Gate. From Hilton Head Island, South Carolina Once off Hilton Head Island, continue to Hwy 278/SC 46 intersection (5 miles). Go left on SC 46 and proceed to first stop sign ( 2 miles). Go right and continue on SC 46 to Palmetto Bluff entrance (5 miles). The entrance to Palmetto Bluff will be on your left; proceed to Welcome Gate.

It’s different at Julie’s clinics. It’s meant to be a time to learn in a positive, fun, intimate environment. You won’t be two stories above, watching her talk but never talking with her. Instead, this is your time to ask Julie about your horse; it’s your time to ride with Julie so that you know exactly what she’d do next to help you reach your goals.

What Julie’s Clinic Attendees Say:
I have nothing but the highest praise for my experience.Julie was always calm, low-key, positive about every rider and every horse,and, an excellent teacher. I liked the fact that she was teaching horsemanship and all of us, together with our horses, could learn something from each session. I would recommend her to anyone at any level interested in becoming a better rider.

Julie takes the time to work one on one with you and she explains thing in simple terms. If she's coming to your town--take advantage of this truly talented horse trainer!

I was able to come out of a rut that I was in with my horse and I learned to expect more from him because he was so capable and willing to give more. I have no doubt that there is no stopping us now! Thanks Julie, for being so wonderful and helpful! It felt as if I was getting help from a friend.

Register Now—To Ride or Watch:
Call or reserve your spot online today at http://juliegoodnight.com/clinics. To register to ride or to purchase tickets, call 800-225-8827, M-F, 9-5 MST for more information or help.
For those who register to ride, bring your horse/s and work with Julie to improve your horsemanship. Stabling available (extra fee). To ride: $450 for both days, $225 nonrefundable deposit required. Spectator tickets are $25 per day, perperson (half price with your 4H, CHA or PATHi membership). Youth tickets are available at the door for only $10.
Julie Goodnight conducts horsemanship clinics for all disciplines (English and Western) and all ability levels, at various private and public facilities in North America. Clinics are fun and active, with a focus on bridging naturalhorsemanship techniques with the principles of classical riding. Julie's teachings are focused on finding success and improvement for each and everyhorse and rider by developing a deeper understanding of the horse and riding skills that lead to a balanced and rhythmic rider and a light and responsive horse. Clinics are Saturday and Sunday, 9-5, and there are a maximum of fifteen riders in the clinic. Expect to work together in the arena all day, doing both ground work and mounted work, with a focus on refining riding skills and developing a better relationship with your horse. All ability levels are welcome as long as the rider has basic control at the walk and trot. Each rider works at his/her own pace without pressure to go outside you or your horse’s comfort zone. You may bring two horses if you want to; the only additional charge is for stalling. Click here for a detailed PDF: http://juliegoodnight.com/images/clinicprep.pdf
  

Join RFD-TV Host and Natural Horsemanship Trainer, Julie Goodnight, for a One-Day Educational Event at Longmont¹s Triple Creek Ranch May 12, 2012


For Immediate Release

 

Join RFD-TV Host and Natural Horsemanship Trainer, Julie Goodnight, for a One-Day Educational Event at Longmont’s Triple Creek Ranch May 12, 2012

 

A Portion of the Proceeds Benefits Longmont’s Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center   

 

Come Watch! Get Tickets Now!

For more information and directions: http://juliegoodnight.com/clinics/ctrc.html

Purchase tickets online: http://Shopping.JulieGoodnight.com

Call to order tickets: 800-225-8827
 

High-res Photos: http://juliegoodnight.com/newsroom.html#photos

Download a Poster for This Event: http://juliegoodnight.com/2012posters/ctrc2012.pdf
 
Longmont, CO: March 13, 2012: Julie Goodnight (Salida, CO) hosts a weekly horse training TV show on RFD-TV (available locally on Comcast, DirecTV, Dish) and travels the country to help horses and riders learn to work well together. May 12, 2012 marks your chance to see Goodnight work with a variety of horses at Triple Creek Ranch (4255 Nelson Road, Longmont, CO 80503). Goodnight will help owners solve behavior and training issues and demonstrate her training methods. Whether you have a horse, would like to ride, or justenjoy being outdoors with animals, this one-day educational event will help you learn more about the horse. Plus, a portion of the proceeds (tickets are $35 per person and numbers are limited) benefits the local therapeutic riding center, Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center. Get tickets online at http://juliegoodnight.com/clinics/ctrc.html or at the door.

 

"I am a big believer in the work that CTRC does and in giving back to the community whenever I can,” Goodnight says. “I've enjoyed working with CTRC in the past to provide education to their staff, volunteers and to horse owners in the community. This will be a special event that not only provides information to horse owners but also draws attention to the important 
work that CTRC does. I hope you will all join me on May 12th at Triple Creek Ranch for an educational event that benefits this important program!" 

Goodnight’s four training demonstrations begin at 9:00 am and end approximately at 5:00 pm. At the event, you can shop for training gear and DVDs, have lunch at the Triple Creek Ranch Café, and enjoy time to meet Goodnight and ask about your own horse.
 
The Schedule:
Ground Manners for Young or Fractious Horses: Learn the fundamentals of groundwork to teach any horse to be calm, patient and respectful of your authority. Learn the most important ground manners for any horse to know and a series of exercises and step-by-step training process to turn the most fractious horse into a solid citizen.

Advanced Groundwork and Liberty Work: Beyond the basics, learn to refine your communication and leadership with your horse so that he is focused on you, looking for directives and ready to jump at your command. Learn how to progress to working your horse at liberty, performing all the groundwork exercises without halter or lead.

LUNCH BREAK (Food available on site at the TCR Cafe)

Riding Right: Balance, Rhythm and Feel: Whether you ride English or Western, the principals of equitation are the same. Learn to sit correctly so that you can feel the horse's movement and the rhythm of his gaits, ride fluidly with the horse and learn to feel posting diagonals and canter leads.
 
Training Solutions: What do you do when your horse challenges your authority, loses his focus, spooks or becomes resistant? How do you get your horse to lower his head, move off your leg or collect his frame? Learn effective science-based training techniques that work in a variety of circumstances to teach your horse to be obedient and compliant.

 

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Tuesday, April 17, 2012

FW: AHP Newsgroup: Troxel Introduces New Low Profile Equestrian Helmets



 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

CONTACT

Karisa Dern

(858) 587-7751

kdern@troxelhelmets.com

 

 

Troxel Introduces New Low Profile Equestrian Helmets

 

 

San Diego, CA – April 17, 2012 – Troxel LLC, the worldwide leader in ASTM/SEI-certified equestrian helmets, is celebrating its 20th Anniversary of the invention of the modern lightweight, vented, safety helmet by introducing two new helmets: the Liberty and Intrepid. Both helmets mark a new evolution of the brand’s schooling and performance helmets to its line of physician-developed, high-performance headgear.

 

The Liberty and Intrepid helmets both feature an ultralight, low profile design, and incorporate Troxel’s revolutionary self-adjusting CinchFit™ Pro technology, which adjusts to the shape of the rider's head for an unmatched level of comfort and stability.

 

“20 years ago, our vision was to offer the best protection in a lightweight riding helmet, and that vision continues,” said Shay Timms, CEO of Troxel. “The Liberty and Intrepid are not simply low profile helmets, they are backed by Troxel's safety record, a record unparalleled in the industry, and we couldn't be more thrilled to offer riders these new styles.”

 

About the Intrepid

Low Profile Performance Helmet

·                  CinchFit™ Pro

·                  Duratec™ finish

·                  DRi-LEX® Moisture Wicking Headliner

·                  Honeycomb mesh covered vents

·                  Shatterproof visor

·                  Flip-Fold™ removable washable headliner

Colors: Black, Chocolate, Navy

Sizes: S (up to 6 7/8), M (7 - 7 1/4), L (7 1/4+)

MSRP: $69.95

 

About the Liberty

Low Profile Schooling Helmet

·                  CinchFit™ Pro

·                  Classic high gloss finish

·                  Mesh covered vents

Colors: Black, Periwinkle, Pink

Sizes: S (up to 6 7/8), M (7 - 7 1/4), L (7 1/4+)

MSRP: $54.95

 

Troxel's low profile helmets were purposefully designed to provide as much protection as possible while maintaining a low profile. The sleek athletic design and effortless fit with the CinchFit Pro™ make the Liberty and Intrepid helmets a perfect choice for riders. 

 

The new Liberty and Intrepid helmets will be available in June from select retailers and catalogs. For a complete listing of retailers, visit Troxel’s newly designed website http://www.troxelhelmets.com.

 

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 headgear.  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

858.587.7751

kdern@troxelhelmets.com

 

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Tuesday, April 10, 2012

Horsemanship Clinician and RFD-TV Host, Julie Goodnight, Announces Her "Versatility Ranch Horse" Clinic May 6-7, Chino Hills, CA: No Previous Cow-Work Required


Horsemanship Clinician and RFD-TV Host, Julie Goodnight, Announces Her "Versatility Ranch Horse" Clinic May 6-7, Chino Hills, CA:
No Previous Cow-Work Required

For Immediate Release 
Contact: Heidi Nyland Melocco
303-903-1349  
High Res Photos: juliegoodnight.com/cows

Chino Hills, CA, April 9, 2012: Have you longed to ride like the cowboys from the golden age of Westerns? Want to find out what it’s like work cattle from your horse? This is your chance to learn about working cattle from horseback with trainer and RFD-TV host, Julie Goodnight. Goodnight is an avid competitor in National Versatility Ranch Horse competitions and is eager toshare the sport. Whether you’ll introduce your horse to cattle work for the first time, or want tips to help refine and elevate your skills, this clinic is for you! Join Goodnight Sunday May 6 and Monday May 7 in Chino Hills, California ($450 to ride) and spectator tickets are only $25 per person, per day ($10 youth at the door). Call 800-225-8827 or register online now: http://JulieGoodnight.com/clinics 

At the Chino Hills clinic, Goodnight will help with your Western riding questions and help you achieve all you'd like with your ranch horse. Introduce your horse to cattle in a gentle environment where safety--not speed--is key.

Notes from Goodnight:
If you’re an intermediate-level or advanced rider and want an introduction to versatility ranch horse competition and working with cattle, this clinic is for you!

Horses and riders do not have to have prior experience working cattle and each horse and rider will work at its own level. You should be riding at a walk-trot-canter and have good control of your horse. We will work on tuning up your riding, getting better body control of your horse and understanding the fundamental principles of working with cattle from horseback.

We’ll also work on improving your reining maneuvers and you’ll have a chance to work your horse on fun and challenging trail obstacles. We’ll end the weekend with a session on cattle sorting and penning. It’ll be fun and challenging for everyone and each rider will work at his/her own pace.
  
The Schedule:
Day One Morning:
Warm up/tune up your riding
Intro to cattle
Day One Afternoon:
Reining
Trail Obstacles

Day Two Morning:
Ranch Cutting
Day Two Afternoon:
Sorting

Directions and Information:
Check out the pages for this clinic-- with links to communicate withothers who are attending, interactive maps, and specific info and updates.

Ranch Horse Versatility Clinic Chino Hills, CA
May 6-7, 2012  tinyurl.com/7wty46p 
Held at Cowbiz, www.cowbiz.com
16500 Carbon Canyon Road
Chino Hills, CA 91709-2364