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Michael Canfield Lucky Star Horsemanship

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Michael CanfieldMichael Canfield Lucky Star Horsemanship

I met Michael Canfield while learning Clinton Anderson’s Downunder Horsemanship Method. Before the podcast, when I was studying videos from Downunder Horsemanship, I joined the No Worries Club in 2007. Back then, the Club had various groups of NWC members around the country. We would get together and practice our horsemanship skills. Michael Canfield formed the NorCal Brumbies and we held several events practicing together. We had a few grand adventures at the Bar SZ Ranch working our horses together. Michael and I stayed friends although we lost contact when he moved to the east coast.

We still connect on social media and I noticed Michael re-activated his Lucky Star Horsemanship (New York) company. Michael holds clinics, gives demonstrations at horse expos like Equine Affaire, and even hosts his own horse expo.

It’s fun and inspirational to see Michael Canfield pursue his passion for horses and teaching people. We talked about his history with horses and his horsemanship philosophy. along the way we hear stories that formed Michael’s approach to horses.

Links Heard on the Show

 

Equus Fest East Website: www.equusfesteast.com
KENNA “Born of Fire” Blog: https://adventureswithhorsemanship.blogspot.com/

 

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Episode #208

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Dr. Madison Seamans Cowboy Poet Veterinarian

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Madison SeamansMadison Seamans Cowboy Poet Veterinarian

Dr. Madison Seamans is one of those rare individuals you can’t help but like for the moment you meet him. Then, the longer you are around him, the more you figure out how smart he is. It’s a rare find in today’s world.

Dr. Seamans has been practicing vet medicine four nearly four decades. You see a lot of “stuff” in that time, some you just can’t help but learn from. He squeezes everything out of those experiences. Part of it is use in his veterinary practice, sharing his knowledge with other, Some he sprinkles throughout his writing and cowboy poetry. And, for those with a visual bent, he saves some for his art.

This is a very easygoing conversation about some of the new information coming from the annual meeting of the American Association of Equine Practitioner conference. Staying current on equine medicine is a tough challenge. So much new information comes out every year. And, we find out Dr. Seamans knows our local vet, Dr. John Tolley.

Madison SeamansThis year, Madison Seamans gets his first book, “Never Trust a Sneaky Pony”, published by Trafalgar Square Books. In this book, you’ll learn a little bit about horse medicine, but mostly he’ll entertain you with the stories.

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Dr. Madison Seanmans’ Website

Contact Dr. Seamans

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Episode #207

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Cristobal Scarpati Horsemanship

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Cristobal ScarpatiCristobal Scarpati Horsemanship

Cristobal Scarpati and I met at the 2014 Horseman Reunion in Paso Robles. There, among some of the top colt-starters of the time Buster McLaury, Trevor Carter, Mary Kitzmiller, Clayton Edsel, and Buddy Uldrickson, was Cristobal’s father, Oscar. I was new to horsemanship and colt-starting. Oscar walked into the round pen with no equipment and no shoes. How was this trainer going to start this colt? Over the next three days, Oscar had his colt gentled and ready to ride. This year, his son, Cristobal Scarpati, travels to the U.S. to host a few exclusive clinics showing Scarpati Horsemanship.

Cristobal’s philosophy extends beyond the horse and into all aspects of life. He comes to share his knowledge about horses and life in his clinics. Cristobal is also available for private lessons.He is only in this country for a short time. Take this opportunity to see his work.

Links Heard in the Show

Wild Horse Diaries – Amber McGee

The Wild Hope Website

Event Page for Cristobal Scarpati Tehachapi Clinic

Scarpati Horsemanship

Cristobal Scarpati Facebook

 

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Episode #202

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Horseman Domenico Sumonte

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Horseman Domenico Sumonte

Domenico SumonteDomenico Sumonte considers himself more of a horse-Man than a horse trainer. I’m lucky enough to have an arena at the End of The Road Ranch where I can work my horses. One trainer that works out of this barn is Domenico Sumonte. In between working our horses, Dom and I struck up a friendship. In our casual conversations, I quickly learned Dom has experienced an exciting life with horses. I wanted to learn more about his life and philosophy.

Dom is a self-taught horseman. He builds a relationship with a horse first. One technique Dom uses is to get the horses out on the trail first. The ag fields around the ranch provide a great working area. There is farm equipment, trash, and other things that help him “sack out” his horse.

Riding is an adventure for Dom. Dom has ridden horses on the ancient roads of Rome. He has ridden in the mountains of Chile. One of Dom’s favorite rides was the Pacific Crest Trail between Los Angeles and the Mojave Desert.

I really love these conversations with interesting horsemen. Thanks Dom.

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Episode #198

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Along for the Ride Symposium Recap

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Along for the Ride Symposium Recap

Along For the RideOn the last week of February 2022, we traveled to the South Point Casino for the Along for the Ride Symposium Andrea Fappani, Shawn Flarida, and Nick Dowers. The brainchild of Andrea Fappani, this first-time event, brought together the leading money winners in reining with the express purpose of sharing ideas about horse training. The symposium featured the colt starting technique of 2-time Road to the Horse Champion, Nick Dowers. Nick started two colts up to their first ride. Watching and asking questions were Andrea Fappani and Shawn Flarida. Spectators not only asked questions, they got to see and hear how these very experienced horsemen reacted to each other.

The three-day event comprised day-long sessions from 8am until 4 PM. There were a few special guests, such as Arron Moses, champion Western Pleasure trainer. We got to see horses of varying ages and what they expected at different stages of their training. Nick Dowers, who competes n the Cow Horse world, demonstrated how he started his horse on cattle. Friday and Saturday evenings there were live Along for the Ride podcasts. These roundtable discussions were open to a variety of topics.

This was a unique event that provide quality information. I hope Andrea Fappani and the sponsors (the title sponsor was Teton Ridge) will host the event again. The crowd really seemed to enjoy the personal connection they made with all the people involved.

Be sure to check out Andrea Fappani’s podcast here!

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Episode #197

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