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2 DARE
We are excited to release our NEW horsemanship
logo. We have been in the process of designing
this over the past year using Jack's
horsemanship philosophy.
2 DARE is an acronym. The number 2 stands for
you and your horse. DARE stands for
Dynamic,
Aware,
Relationship
Equilibrium.
Each of these words are a facet of Jack's
horsemanship methods. This is the basis for all
that Jack teaches. He believes in using focus,
intent and energy to create this between you and
your horse.
The definition of the word DARE is To have the
courage or boldness to do or attempt something;
venture, n. a challenge. Jack is known for
helping students to step out of their comfort
zone and gain confidence. Look for new and
exciting classes that Jack will be offering on
these topics.
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Wilderness Challenge
We spent our September in northern MN at Camp
Okonto which is only 4 miles from the Canadian
border. This is where we held our second annual
wilderness challenge.
This year we held two classes the second and
third weekends of the month .We had fun
preparing for it which included spending time
riding out in search of new trails, creating
games for each team and picking wild blueberries
along the way.
This year was a great success!
The challenge is a 4 day event with up to 16
riders divided into teams of 4. At the start of
each day we did some skill building exercises
that correlated to the tasks and challenges the
teams would later have to perform out on the
trail.
All the tasks are on a point system. Over the
four days your teams score is added up. This
year the prize was a Wilderness Challenge belt
buckle which was won by the teams named the
"Ginger's and "Bobby's girls" Congratulations
winners!
Next year we will have the Challenge and the new
Advanced Challenge for those who DARE.
We would also like to say thank you to the
Patton family, Jennifer Fenwick ,the Challenge
guides and the participants for making it
happen.
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Greetings!
Welcome to the
first official Jack Lieser 2 DARE
Horsemanship newsletter. We have met so many
wonderful people over the past year and a
half. Your response to Jack's work has been
inspiring. Thank you so much for your
support and enthusiasm, it really means a
lot to us. Please pass on this newsletter to
anyone you know who is interested in
progressing with their horsemanship.
Also, remember to check the calendar
at
www.jacklieser.com
for upcoming events and the photo
page for new pictures.
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Private Lessons at Sundance Ranch
Jack will be available for private & group
lessons at Sundance Ranch in Cypress Texas
December 14th -16th.
Sundance Ranch has a beautiful covered arena
and stalls/paddocks for the horses. It is
located a few miles off of Tx Hwy 290.Please
contact Mary Augustine for scheduling and
details. Her phone number is 281-413-4711
and her email is sundanceincypress@sbcglobal.net
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Foundation Learning Program
This program is ideal for someone who wants to become a
trainer or if you just want to enhance your
horsemanship skills. Jack has had many
people ask if they could work with him as an
apprentice. He has put together an intensive
program that lasts one week to four weeks.
The topics covered
will be Colt Starting, Foundation Work,
Problem Horses and Ground Manners for Young
Horses. Each participant will be assigned 3
to 4 horses a day. The class size will be
small, with a maximum of 7 participants. You
will be given individual attention and Jack
will help you work with the specific needs
of the horse.
The program will
be held at Nostalgia Ranch in Monte Alto
Texas. The dates are Jan 14-19, Jan 21-26,
Jan 28-Feb 2, Feb 4-9. For more information
please contact
sarah@jacklieser.com
or go to the website.
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Palmquist Farm
The first weekend in May 2008 Jack will present a 4 day
"Northwood's Challenge". The focus will be
the canter. It will be held at Palmquist
Farm, a 110 year old dairy farm renovated to
accommodate trail riders. The terrain at the
farm is perfect for cantering and galloping
your horse. The
trails are wide and lead you through
shady forests into grassy fields and sloping
meadows. The footing is solid and safe.
Some of the topics Jack will cover are how to stop your
horse, build confidence at the higher gaits,
transitions, lead changes, the counter
canter, and much more. We will divide into
teams, play games and have a scavenger hunt.
This is a fun way for you and your horse to
learn.
The food and accommodations at the Farm are wonderful and
the Palmquists are known for their warm
hospitality. Please go to
www.palmquistfarm.com
to see photos of this lovely place.
For more information please contact Sarah at
www.jacklieser.com
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Fall 2008
Golden Hills
Watch the leaves turn to gold as you ride
through the Ozark Mountains at the Golden
Hills ranch. Jack will be the guest
clinician at the Golden Hills trail ride
Oct.26-Nov.1 2008.
Golden Hills is a former cattle ranch turned
trail riders paradise. Chuck and Kaye Golden
host five day trail rides with fun
activities, clinicians and entertainment.
Jack will be in the round pen for 3 hours
each day teaching and working with a variety
of horses.
He will also be available for private
lessons in the arena. The scenery is
beautiful with miles of trails to ride for
beginners to advanced. If you like to swim
with your horse or splash through the water
there are creeks and streams to ride
through. For more information go to
www.goldenhills.com
or call 1-417-457-6222 or go to the www.jacklieser.com
calendar page. Hope to see you there!
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PRODUCTS WE RECOMMEND
Jack did a demonstration at the bluebonnet
horse expo (www.bluebonnethorseexpo.com
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this past October in Austin,Tx. While we
were there we found a really handy tool, the
washing wand XP. It makes getting the horses
clean so easy because it washes and scrapes
at the same time. We have been using it on
our horses and it works well, especially on
Dennis who has a thick, curly winter coat.
For information go to
www.aandmequine.com
I finally found some riding pants that fit
over my boots and are affordable,
comfortable and look good. They can be found
at
www.smoothstride.com.
My favorite styles are the trail rider and
parade pants. We just wanted to share
a few new bargains with you. Hope you enjoy
them!
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