Clinic sponsored by Dressage Niagara, but for horse enthusiasts of all disciplines:
Saturday, October 23, 2010, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
at Rivendell Farm, 2199 Babion Rd., Port Colborne, Ontario
1:00 - Horse health with Dr. Bri Henderson (MRCVS) - Assistant Team Veterinarian to the Canadian Endurance Team at the 2010 WEG's.
Hands on practise for participants to learn how to find your horse's heart beat, how to listen to 4 quadrants of gut sounds. Dr. Bri will talk about health management during competition and off season.
2:00 - Drew Henderson, Farrier to the Canadian Endurance Team at 2010 WEG's. Drew will talk about the healthy hoof and how to keep it that way, as well as different types of shoes for different requirements.
2:45 - Janet Henderson, coach and horse show judge (dressage, hunter, jumper, hunt seat equitation) will discuss (with riders demonstrating) the basics of rider balance and communication, as well as building a strong partnership with your horse through suppling and strength building exercises.
Admission - $10.00. Youth 16 and under will be $5.00 with proof of membership in any horse club.
Refreshments available onsite.
Call Janet Henderson at 905-658-2658 for any further information.