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Coming Back To Horses Susan Hoskins

May 21, 2019 by John Leave a Comment

Coming Back To Horses

Women are coming back to horses after raising a family. There is a lot of life left after your children leave the nest. Many people use these “Golden Years” to follow their dreams of once again owning a horse.

Long-time listener Susan Hoskins raised eight children. As they gradually left home to lead their own lives, Susan saw the writing on the wall. She would need something to fill the void – both of time and passion – that her family left behind. Coming back to horses is a dream come true.

Challenges

But, things are always easier the second time around. Mother Nature imposes some physical restrictions on the second half century of life. While it was not always easy, Susan overcame many of those challenges. She shares her tips on this episode.

Susan’s Suggestions if You’re Coming Back to Horses

Susan sent me a great email with many of the items we talked about on the show. She added this note: “I am not associated with these companies / organizations, except that I have purchased some of them.”

~ Booma Rein – https://boomarein.com/

I use this and am weaning off of it. The owner of this little business started it because she witnessed or knew of a rider that died from an accident involving a horse at high speed that dropped the reins while barrel racing.

~ Horse Holster –https://thehorseholster.com/

NOW I wear my phone on my person! ha ha I can still hear my trainer laughing about this with that “told ya” tone about her! UGH

~ Landsafe –https://landsafeequestrian.com/

This company sells safety equipment. They also travel around doing clinics on “How to Fall”. They teach you using a horse simulator with giant, thick mats. This equips you to fall in a way that potentially minimizes injury. Also builds confidence from fear of falling. With practice you develop muscle memory.

~ Pre twisted / swivel stirrups are a great idea for those with knee-replacement. Or just knee problems.

~ Cushioned saddles can encourage more time in the saddle.

Join Us on this Journey

I’m not the best community builder. I will need your help for that. I’m not the best at conversation. Let’s change it up together. I hope you will join me.

You are a big part of why we do this podcast. We really love getting your feedback. Please let us know your thoughts, ideas, and suggestions for the show. You can email us at John@WhoaPodcast.com

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John & Ranae

Episode #143

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Adriane DeWolfe Horsewoman EXCA Racer

September 25, 2018 by John Leave a Comment

Adriane DeWolfe Horsewoman Extreme Cowboy Racer

Adriane DeWolfe and Toaster

We first met Adriane DeWolfe at a playday with fellow Downunder Horsemanship friends. it was great getting together with like-minded people to work on our collective horsemanship skills. Adriane was there with her horse Toaster, a mustang. Ranae had brought Dusty and I was working with Scratch. It was clear that Adriane was a serious horsewoman. She worked equally hard on both technique and philosophy. Toaster responded well. Later, we learned it was her first time out with Toaster.

While we continued to follow each other on Facebook, it would be some months before we saw Adriane DeWolfe again. Ranae and I thought we would try our hand at Extreme Cowboy Racing. There was a race being held about a 90-minute drive away at Shades of Gold Ranch. Adriane and Toaster were entered in the novice division. When they took the course we saw they had come a long way in a very short time.

Adriane kept challenging herself and her horsemanship to get better. It was always a smooth trail. There were many ups and downs. In 2018, she continued Extreme Cowboy Racing and qualified for the National Competition in Glen Rose, Texas. She and Toaster will compete in November of 2018.

On the course with Toaster.

Adriane DeWolfe bid and won Toaster at the Northern Nevada Correctional Center Wild Horse Training Facility auction. And, her journey to Glen Rose when she pulls into the arena for the EXCA National Finals, has been a long one. It’s an inspiration to all recreational horsemen and women. With a little dedication, a lot of hard work, and the love of a good horse, you can reach your goals.

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Episode #136

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Cowboy Dressage Clinic with Dave Ellis

February 13, 2018 by John 2 Comments

Cowboy Dressage Clinic with Dave Ellis

Cowboy Dressage, Western Dressage, and Working Equitation are all just a little bit different. Their goals are very similar: have your horse negotiate a course using basic horsemanship maneuvers. The scoring is based on your smoothness and accuracy in cueing your horse.

We had an opportunity to experience an “Introductory Cowboy Dressage” Clinic at a local stable here in Bakersfield, Rancho Rio Equestrian Center. The instructor is a 6-Star Certified Parelli instructor by the name of Dave Ellis. The clinic was limited to 10 horse and rider teams and Ranae and I had the opportunity to audit the clinic. We got to watch as Dave Ellis described the maneuvers then help the participants negotiate the course.

In between sessions, we had an opportunity to chat with Dave and get the history of Cowboy Dressage and its founder, Eitan Beth-Halachmy.

Links for Cowboy Dressage

Cowboy Dressage World website

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We have well over 100 episodes up now and you can find them all for free on iTunes, with our Android App in the Amazon store, and now Stitcher, or wherever podcasts are distributed. Get the Stitcher app and tell us how it works. We are on Google Play too! You can also find every episode and more about the show at whoapodcast.com. Please take a moment and join our email list. Get in on the conversation with Facebook and Twitter and Instagram– just look for WhoaPodcast.

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Episode #134

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Vicki Wilson New Zealand Horsewoman

December 12, 2017 by John Leave a Comment

Vicki Wilson New Zealand Horsewoman

Vicki Wilson was invited to the all-woman 2017 Road to the Horse Championship. An establish show jumper and an accomplished horsewoman in her home country, Vicki Wilson always seems to be looking for a new challenge. The RTTH competition pits horsemen and women against unbroken colts and judges how much they can accomplish in three days. Traveling from New Zealand, Vicki was determined to showcase her horsemanship skills. The horse she chose, “Kentucky”, moved suddenly as she dismounted the first day. The quick move triggered an old injury and Vicki’s shoulder dislocated. Any good competitor relies on good physio and pure adrenaline to get them through a competition.

Vicki Wilson continued the competition and went on to win the championship. More importantly, she will be traveling back to the US to compete at the 2018 Road to the Horse.

A Horse Needs to Feel Good To Perform Good

In looking at the YouTube videos of the RTTH we came across the bodywork clinic Vicki demonstrated and were amazed at the difference she could make in two horses in a very short time. Vicki told us that a good horse doesn’t simply wake up one day and decide to do something bad. There is usually a cause of the problem. Her “Sore Horse” presentation really opened our eyes. Give it a look:

Links Heard on the Vicki Wilson Podcast

Vicki Wilson Horsemanship Facebook Page

Wilson Sisters Horsemanship

Kaimanawa Heritage Horses

Double Dan Horsemanship

Road to the Horse

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Episode #130

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After Show Norco Horse Affair

October 17, 2017 by John Leave a Comment

After Show Norco Horse Affair

For a first-time event, the Norco Horse Affair appeared to be a success. The vendor booths were full. The clinic arenas were well attended. The weather in Norco, CA was perfect.

While we only got to attend the first day, a Friday, we wanted to share our experience and observations. I got to haul my camera out and take a few photos of the people and places around the grounds.

We ran into riding friends. There were familiar clinicians like Matt Sheridan and Jerry Tindell. And, awesome entertainment from the Darden Sisters. Plus, we met with local author Chuck Morris. It was a good time.

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Episode #122

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