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Los Amigos Peruvian Paso ClubP. O. Box 1064
Camarillo, CA 93011-1064http://www.losamigoshorseclub.com
2012 Los AmigosPeruvian Paso Club
Board MembersCharlotte Becerra
President(805) 350-1232
Dianna Whisenant1st Vice President
(818) [email protected]
Joline Hahn2nd Vice President
(760) [email protected]
Vanita MannSecretary
(831) [email protected]
Andres SalinasTreasurer
(805) [email protected]
News from Earl Warren ShowGrounds @ Santa Barbara!!Effective with the 2012 Los Amigos Championship Show!!"All alcohol consumed on the property must be purchased and servedthrough the Earl Warren Showgounds Foundation. We can no longerallow any alcohol to be brought onto the Showgrounds. The AlcoholBeverage Control Board (ABC0 has set the areas that alcohol may beconsumed. None of the barn or horse arena areas are included in thepermitted areas. From this point forward the Showgrounds will bestrictly enforcing this policy. The penalty for any alcohol being con-sumed outside of the permitted areas will be $500.00 per offense billedto the show, after two offenses a security guard will be hired and billedto the show to help enforce the rule. It is very important to Earl WarrenShowgrounds and its Foundation that all laws set forth by ABC are fol-lowed and we need your help in enforcing them."
Los Amigos will be passing along these fees to the offenders, and it willbecome the responsibility of that person/s.
2012 Los AmigosChampionship ShowJunior ApprenticeProgramJuniors may accompanythe judge during theactual judging of 2 con-secutive Championshipclasses. They must bedressed in whites toenter the arena, just asany other official mustbe. They can sign up inthe show office at theshow for the classesthat they would like.
Spring 2012
2012 Los AmigosChampionship ShowTapas CompetitionA casual environment forpeople to interact witheach other, as well as theJudge. There is no entryfee; other than your ap-petizer dish. Be sure tomake enough for yourfellow exhibitors to havea taste!! Judging will in-clude such things as BestPresentation; Judge'sChoice; People's Choice;and more
2012 Los Amigos Championship ShowHalter ClassesAll halter classes will be moved back to Fridaymorning at the request of our exhibitors.
2012 Los AmigosChampionship Show"Welcome Class"This will be for newcom-ers and novice riders.This will not be a qualify-ing class, and traditionaltack and attire will not berequired. This will be inaddition to the Noviceclasses that qualify forHigh Point Novice.
2012 Los AmigosChampionship ShowJuniors ~ Fun Games &EventsAll Juniors Invited, NoHorses Needed, PizzaParty & Drinks donatedby HVM Ranch.
Los Amigos Peruvian Paso Club Newsletter Adver-tising
Horses, Tack, Service & MoreAmigo, the official newsletter of the Los Amigos Peruvian PasoClub, comes out 3-4 times per year. Not only is Amigo sent toall Los Amigos Members, it is also published online, giving it aworldwide audience of Peruvian Horse enthusiasts.Take advantage of super special rates by purchasing advertis-ing in 4 issues at a time!
It is preferred if “page” advertisements are Camera Ready.PDF, JPG, JPEG or GIF files are acceptable. If you need as-sistance designing your ad, please contact the editor.Check or Money Order, made payable to LAPPC (P.O. Box1064, Camarillo, CA 93011) must be received before editingdeadline. Dates vary, so please checkwith the editor.Please send all copy to the editor:Debbie Pye12808 Corte AraucoSan Diego, CA [email protected]
Ad Size Single Insertion Four Insertions (pre-paid)
Full Page $20/each $60 SAVE 25%!
Half Page $12/each $36 SAVE 25%!
Business Card $7/each $21 SAVE 25%!
Classified ads are free for Los Amigos Members. Up to 50words of text (must be horse related).
If Anyone has suggestions, ideas or volunteer wishes,please do not hesitate to contact any Board Member(contact info listed on the first page of this publica-tion). We want your input!!
Los Amigos Peruvian Paso Clubwebsite offers opportunities
Website SponsorshipsSize: 150 px x 196 px, 72 ppiPrice: $75Duration: 12 months(January through December)Design: FREE!
Member Photo GalleryPhoto Size: 250 px x 250 px, 72 ppiText Length: 100 words maximumPrice: $10Duration: Forever!
Stallion DirectoryPhoto Sizes: 250 px x 250 px, 72 ppi,5 photos maximumText Length: 500 words maximumPedigree: 3 generationsOffspring Display: 250 px x 250 px, 72 ppi,3 maximum, name and dam only for textVideo: Unlimited. Must be posted onYouTube.com
Price: $75Duration: 12 months(January through December)Design: FREE!
For more information about any of thesewebsite opportunities, please contact
Kelly [email protected]
(209) 324-4213.
Horse Expo Peruvian PasoHorse Demo is on YouTube!!Go to http://www.youtube.com,and search for "horse expo feb4". There are four segments.Check it out!!
NAPHA Announcement
2012 NATIONAL SHOW
John Justin Arena in Fort Worth, TexasOctober 12, 13 & 14, 2012
The Honorable Judge: Renzo Crolle
Accommodations:Courtyard Marriot
3150 Riverfront DriveFort Worth, Texas
(800) 321-2211Reservations must be made before
Tuesday September 18, 2012Please identify yourself as part of the
North American Peruvian Horse Asso-ciation staying at the Courtyard FortWorth University Drive located at the
address listed above
DIAMOND SPONSOR PACKAGE• Full page color ad in 2012 Showcase: $295 value• 2012 website sponsorship button: $75 value• Banner in the arena: $150 value• End Stall: $150 value (must be decorated)• Flyers/goodies in exhibitor bags: $100 value• 2 Champion Class Sponsorships: $90 valueAlso: link on Sponsors page on website, Facebook mentions as a sponsor,mentions as sponsor throughout show.Diamond Sponsor Package: $560 -- SAVE $300!!
PEARL SPONSOR PACKAGE• Full page black and white ad in 2012 Showcase: $225 value• 2012 website sponsorship button: $75 value• Banner in the arena: $150 value• Flyers/goodies in exhibitor bags: $100 valueAlso: link on Sponsors page on website, Facebook mentions as a sponsor,mentions as sponsor throughout show.Pearl Sponsor Package: $360 -- SAVE $190!!
2012 Los AmigosChampionship Show
Sponsorship Packages
If you have anyquestions, please
contact:Carole HackettSales Director(951) 442 4550
If you have anyquestions,
please contact:Carole HackettSales Director(951) 442 4550
2012 Los AmigosShowcase Magazine
2,000 COPIES WILL BE DISTRIBUTED!Expect to be impressed! This year, the Los Amigos Peruvian Paso Club is bring-ing you an even better 2012 Los Amigos Showcase! With the economy tightening,we felt that bringing you a professionally designed, wider distributed publicationfrom Peruvian Horse Quarterly’s award-winning team AND maintaining our lowerour ad rates would bring you better value for your advertising dollar. Not only withthe 2012 Los Amigos Showcase be distributed at the Los Amigos ChampionshipShow in July but also at Peruvian and all-breed events throughout the west free ofcharge. Better product. More distribution. No club works harder for its membersthan we do!
COLOR AD RATES BLACK/WHITE AD RATESFull Page $295 Full Page $225 1/2 Page $175 1/2 Page $1251/4 Page $110 1/4 Page $70Back Cover* $395 Business Card $35 Inside Front Cover* $345
*Please check on availability. Special advertising spots are on a first come, firstserve basis.Ad sizes based on a standard 8.5” x 11” page.Full page: 8.5” x 11” plus .125” bleed.1/2 page 7.5” x 5.125”. 1/4 page: 4” x 5.125”.
Los Amigos Peruvian Paso Club Newsletter Adver-tising
Horses, Tack, Service & MoreAmigo, the official newsletter of the Los Amigos Peruvian PasoClub, comes out 3-4 times per year. Not only is Amigo sent toall Los Amigos Members, it is also published online, giving it aworldwide audience of Peruvian Horse enthusiasts.Take advantage of super special rates by purchasing advertis-ing in 4 issues at a time!
It is preferred if “page” advertisements are Camera Ready.PDF, JPG, JPEG or GIF files are acceptable. If you need as-sistance designing your ad, please contact the editor.Check or Money Order, made payable to LAPPC (P.O. Box1064, Camarillo, CA 93011) must be received before editingdeadline. Dates vary, so please checkwith the editor.Please send all copy to the editor:Debbie Pye12808 Corte AraucoSan Diego, CA [email protected]
Ad Size Single Insertion Four Insertions (pre-paid)
Full Page $20/each $60 SAVE 25%!
Half Page $12/each $36 SAVE 25%!
Business Card $7/each $21 SAVE 25%!
Classified ads are free for Los Amigos Members. Up to 50words of text (must be horse related).
If Anyone has suggestions, ideas or volunteer wishes,please do not hesitate to contact any Board Member(contact info listed on the first page of this publica-tion). We want your input!!
Los Amigos Peruvian Paso Clubwebsite offers opportunities
Website SponsorshipsSize: 150 px x 196 px, 72 ppiPrice: $75Duration: 12 months(January through December)Design: FREE!
Member Photo GalleryPhoto Size: 250 px x 250 px, 72 ppiText Length: 100 words maximumPrice: $10Duration: Forever!
Stallion DirectoryPhoto Sizes: 250 px x 250 px, 72 ppi,5 photos maximumText Length: 500 words maximumPedigree: 3 generationsOffspring Display: 250 px x 250 px, 72 ppi,3 maximum, name and dam only for textVideo: Unlimited. Must be posted onYouTube.com
Price: $75Duration: 12 months(January through December)Design: FREE!
For more information about any of thesewebsite opportunities, please contact
Kelly [email protected]
(209) 324-4213.
Horse Expo Peruvian PasoHorse Demo is on YouTube!!Go to http://www.youtube.com,and search for "horse expo feb4". There are four segments.Check it out!!
NAPHA Announcement
2012 NATIONAL SHOW
John Justin Arena in Fort Worth, TexasOctober 12, 13 & 14, 2012
The Honorable Judge: Renzo Crolle
Accommodations:Courtyard Marriot
3150 Riverfront DriveFort Worth, Texas
(800) 321-2211Reservations must be made before
Tuesday September 18, 2012Please identify yourself as part of the
North American Peruvian Horse Asso-ciation staying at the Courtyard FortWorth University Drive located at the
address listed above
DIAMOND SPONSOR PACKAGE• Full page color ad in 2012 Showcase: $295 value• 2012 website sponsorship button: $75 value• Banner in the arena: $150 value• End Stall: $150 value (must be decorated)• Flyers/goodies in exhibitor bags: $100 value• 2 Champion Class Sponsorships: $90 valueAlso: link on Sponsors page on website, Facebook mentions as a sponsor,mentions as sponsor throughout show.Diamond Sponsor Package: $560 -- SAVE $300!!
PEARL SPONSOR PACKAGE• Full page black and white ad in 2012 Showcase: $225 value• 2012 website sponsorship button: $75 value• Banner in the arena: $150 value• Flyers/goodies in exhibitor bags: $100 valueAlso: link on Sponsors page on website, Facebook mentions as a sponsor,mentions as sponsor throughout show.Pearl Sponsor Package: $360 -- SAVE $190!!
2012 Los AmigosChampionship Show
Sponsorship Packages
If you have anyquestions, please
contact:Carole HackettSales Director(951) 442 4550
If you have anyquestions,
please contact:Carole HackettSales Director(951) 442 4550
2012 Los AmigosShowcase Magazine
2,000 COPIES WILL BE DISTRIBUTED!Expect to be impressed! This year, the Los Amigos Peruvian Paso Club is bring-ing you an even better 2012 Los Amigos Showcase! With the economy tightening,we felt that bringing you a professionally designed, wider distributed publicationfrom Peruvian Horse Quarterly’s award-winning team AND maintaining our lowerour ad rates would bring you better value for your advertising dollar. Not only withthe 2012 Los Amigos Showcase be distributed at the Los Amigos ChampionshipShow in July but also at Peruvian and all-breed events throughout the west free ofcharge. Better product. More distribution. No club works harder for its membersthan we do!
COLOR AD RATES BLACK/WHITE AD RATESFull Page $295 Full Page $225 1/2 Page $175 1/2 Page $1251/4 Page $110 1/4 Page $70Back Cover* $395 Business Card $35 Inside Front Cover* $345
*Please check on availability. Special advertising spots are on a first come, firstserve basis.Ad sizes based on a standard 8.5” x 11” page.Full page: 8.5” x 11” plus .125” bleed.1/2 page 7.5” x 5.125”. 1/4 page: 4” x 5.125”.
Larry Braun, long time Peruvian PasoHorse aficionado and member of Los AmigosPeruvian Paso Club has a new web site!!Larry has developed a coaching business thatprovides an opportunity for him to share hispassion for and knowledge of the breed,mostly with people who have never heard ofthis breed. He providesa huge number of fac-ets in his lessons, in-cluding ground han-dling, grooming, tack-ing, and riding. Plus,he is sharing his knowl-edge and accessibilityto information aboutconformation, gait,bloodlines and breedhistory.
Larry is in his5th term asPresident ofthe WineCountryPeruvianPaso HorseClub. He is a2011 inducteeto theSonoma
County Horse Council Equus Hall of Fame.He was a presenter on the topic of Gait atthe WCPPHC March 17 General Meeting/Members Seminar.
As he says "all levels of horse experience are welcome".Check out his web site, then, make a connection with Larry.He is always doing something with the horses and ridespractically every day.
Larry Braun,Riding Coach for the Peruvian Paso HorseTerra LarRossa Peruvian Paso Horse Farm2461 Western Avenue, Petaluma,CA 94952
www.peruvianpasocoach.com
Ruth Lake Photography
Ruth Lake Photography
Larry Braun, long time Peruvian PasoHorse aficionado and member of Los AmigosPeruvian Paso Club has a new web site!!Larry has developed a coaching business thatprovides an opportunity for him to share hispassion for and knowledge of the breed,mostly with people who have never heard ofthis breed. He providesa huge number of fac-ets in his lessons, in-cluding ground han-dling, grooming, tack-ing, and riding. Plus,he is sharing his knowl-edge and accessibilityto information aboutconformation, gait,bloodlines and breedhistory.
Larry is in his5th term asPresident ofthe WineCountryPeruvianPaso HorseClub. He is a2011 inducteeto theSonoma
County Horse Council Equus Hall of Fame.He was a presenter on the topic of Gait atthe WCPPHC March 17 General Meeting/Members Seminar.
As he says "all levels of horse experience are welcome".Check out his web site, then, make a connection with Larry.He is always doing something with the horses and ridespractically every day.
Larry Braun,Riding Coach for the Peruvian Paso HorseTerra LarRossa Peruvian Paso Horse Farm2461 Western Avenue, Petaluma,CA 94952
www.peruvianpasocoach.com
Ruth Lake Photography
Ruth Lake Photography
From Averie ~~Today, as I was walking up to the wash rack, Jorgetold me to get RSV Noble Sol for my lesson. I wassuper excited that I was going to ride Noble Sol. As Iwalked up to his pen his ears perked up and he put hishead right into the halter. As I was getting on him Iwas excited because of his gentleness and kindnessand ability to shine in his personality. Noble is the typeof horse that connects with you and understands you.As we rode in the field Noble started gaiting around thetree and his gait was super smooth and it was amaz-ing. Jorge was on MLM Bandolero next to me. I pic-tured in my mind that I was riding in the show. I hada huge smile on my face because I had a really goodteacher and a really good horse and I knew that Icould trust both of them.I also had the confidence that both Jorge and Noblecould teach me in many different ways good horse-manship, how to show, and how to handle and care fora horse. My ride today was spectacular!! I look for-ward to every lesson!!!
Ranch News
From Michele Wilson, of Rancho Micada ~~Coralina is a bay filly who was born on the evening ofFebruary 12, 2012. We thought that Marimba's preg-nancy might result in twins so, when we were bringingMarimba home to our ranch, we considered the prob-lems with a "high risk" pregnancy, as our vet called it.We took Marimba to the Rocking J Bar S Ranch, a largePaint Horse ranch near our home in Desert Hills, AZ.The Rocking J Bar S is also a premier breeding andfoaling facility.Marimba was put in the foaling area with other mares,all Paints and Quarter Horses!, She was monitored un-der camera until her foaling day.To our great relief, Marimba had one perfect filly on avery chilly Arizona evening. Jean Simmons, the ranchowner, said that she had seldom seen a foal "spring"up so soon after being born - within 15 minutes. Wenamed this filly Coralina, after my German GreatGrandmother, Amalia Coralina Wolf. I am sureGreat Gram would be honored to have this prettyfilly named for her.Coralina was the center of attention on the ranch.Smaller than the Paint and Quarter Horses foals,she was more active and loved by everyone whowalked by the stall. I had so many people admireher "color".Now that Coralina and Marimba are home, Adamand I are enjoying watching them interact withour other Peruvian horses. Each day is a new ad-venture as this little filly grows up.Coralina (Relicario II x ERB Marimba)
From Averie ~~Today, as I was walking up to the wash rack, Jorgetold me to get RSV Noble Sol for my lesson. I wassuper excited that I was going to ride Noble Sol. As Iwalked up to his pen his ears perked up and he put hishead right into the halter. As I was getting on him Iwas excited because of his gentleness and kindnessand ability to shine in his personality. Noble is the typeof horse that connects with you and understands you.As we rode in the field Noble started gaiting around thetree and his gait was super smooth and it was amaz-ing. Jorge was on MLM Bandolero next to me. I pic-tured in my mind that I was riding in the show. I hada huge smile on my face because I had a really goodteacher and a really good horse and I knew that Icould trust both of them.I also had the confidence that both Jorge and Noblecould teach me in many different ways good horse-manship, how to show, and how to handle and care fora horse. My ride today was spectacular!! I look for-ward to every lesson!!!
Ranch News
From Michele Wilson, of Rancho Micada ~~Coralina is a bay filly who was born on the evening ofFebruary 12, 2012. We thought that Marimba's preg-nancy might result in twins so, when we were bringingMarimba home to our ranch, we considered the prob-lems with a "high risk" pregnancy, as our vet called it.We took Marimba to the Rocking J Bar S Ranch, a largePaint Horse ranch near our home in Desert Hills, AZ.The Rocking J Bar S is also a premier breeding andfoaling facility.Marimba was put in the foaling area with other mares,all Paints and Quarter Horses!, She was monitored un-der camera until her foaling day.To our great relief, Marimba had one perfect filly on avery chilly Arizona evening. Jean Simmons, the ranchowner, said that she had seldom seen a foal "spring"up so soon after being born - within 15 minutes. Wenamed this filly Coralina, after my German GreatGrandmother, Amalia Coralina Wolf. I am sureGreat Gram would be honored to have this prettyfilly named for her.Coralina was the center of attention on the ranch.Smaller than the Paint and Quarter Horses foals,she was more active and loved by everyone whowalked by the stall. I had so many people admireher "color".Now that Coralina and Marimba are home, Adamand I are enjoying watching them interact withour other Peruvian horses. Each day is a new ad-venture as this little filly grows up.Coralina (Relicario II x ERB Marimba)
From Marge & Don FaulstichWe sold our Sacramento county ranch in mid-January 2012and moved to Weatherford, Texas. We LOVE it here, larger/new home, Workshop/RV barn, good Coastal hay, greatBBQ/TEX Mex food, friendly folks, and MUCH LOWERcost of living. All our horses are boarded with Juan Garayaruntil we complete our new horse barn and fencing, likelySummer 2012. We plan to do a show in Burbank, CA andpossibly Las Vegas, this year. Of course the Nationals are inFt. Worth this year, and we plan to attend; our new ranch isabout 45 minutes West of John Justin. Best to everyone;we've included our updated Website below:Marge & Don FaulstichRancho de las Brisas PeruviansWeatherford, Texas 76088www.rlb-ranch.com
More Ranch News
From Joy Gould, Hacienda SoegadoHere at Hacienda Sosegado 2012 has started off very well.We are of course looking forward to our Clinic and Play-day Show on April 7th and 8th. This was the delay datedue to significant rain. Marco Dapelo will be officiatingand was kind enough to change his plans for us.We want to congratulate Maureen Davis for her purchaseof DJG Miramar, the first offspring of MLM Mercedes XLindeza del Norte. We also want to congratulate LisaHughes on her purchase of HMS Aquiles. Both have goneto great homes. Lillian Thurston acquired MLM Opalinaand is now back at the ranch riding with all of us.Lessons and trail rides seem to be abundant!The favorite of trail rides these days is our 2 hour ride toChris Burgers for breakfast.We have quite a travel plan but we seem to do it withminimal complications. The only serious road to cross isHighway 74, and folks are good about waiting for all of usto get across, including our ranch dog Daisy.Hacienda Sosegado is proud to announce the birth of DJGPresumida. Her sire is RDL Incomparable and dam isMLM Laura. This filly is a fullsister to DJG Bailarina. Her pic-ture is included with our ranchnews. We couldn’t be more ex-cited about her arrival.
From Larry Braun,Terra LarRossa Peruvian Paso Horse Farmwww.peruvianpasocoach.comGreetings Mi “Amigos”!My wife, Rossana, and I are gearing up for the busyhorse season ahead --On April 28, 2012, I will be riding in the PetalumaButter and Egg Days Parade in Petaluma, California,along with fellow members of the Wine Country Peru-vian Paso Horse Club (WCPPHC). I have ridden inthis parade since moving to Petaluma in 1997, and ithas been even longer that the WCPPHC has partici-pated in this parade which draws a crowd of as manyas 30,000 people.Then, on May 2, 2012, Rossana and I will head downto the Fiesta of the Spanish Horse Show at the L.A.Equestrian Center in Burbank, California. We alwayslook forward to seeing everyone again after a longNorthern California winter.On June 8-10, 2012, I will be working the WCPPHCbooth at the Western States Horse Expo at Cal Expo inSacramento, California, taking a horse to be on displayin the breed barn, and riding in exhibitions during this3-day event which has drawn as many as 70,000 atten-dees.On June 23, 2012, Rossana and I will host theWCPPHC General Meeting and Peruvian Paso Festi-val at our ranch in Petaluma, California. We will kick-off the festival with musical performances on horse-back in our arena, followed by a catered Peruvianlunch, live Peruvian music during lunch, followed by aMarinera dance performance by two outstandingyoung dancers. The Acting Consul General of Perufrom the San Francisco Consulate and his wife will beattending as well as the family of the former ConsulGeneral.Finally, hope to see everyone again in July in SantaBarbara!
From Tammy Rimes & William Holzhauer,Hacienda de las Rosas Winerywww.sdwinery.comFour years ago, we opened our family owned tastingroom in historic Old Town, San Diego. Featuring onlySan Diego wines, we wanted to share the rich historyand great wines from this region. To celebrate ouranniversary on Thursday, April 19th, we will berolling out a new section, featuring local micro-brewbeers. Come join us to meet the brew masters ofGolden Coast Mead and enjoy a special mead & beertasting. Only $10 including appetizers; $5 for wineclub members. No reservations required...come andhelp celebrate our anniversary!
From Marge & Don FaulstichWe sold our Sacramento county ranch in mid-January 2012and moved to Weatherford, Texas. We LOVE it here, larger/new home, Workshop/RV barn, good Coastal hay, greatBBQ/TEX Mex food, friendly folks, and MUCH LOWERcost of living. All our horses are boarded with Juan Garayaruntil we complete our new horse barn and fencing, likelySummer 2012. We plan to do a show in Burbank, CA andpossibly Las Vegas, this year. Of course the Nationals are inFt. Worth this year, and we plan to attend; our new ranch isabout 45 minutes West of John Justin. Best to everyone;we've included our updated Website below:Marge & Don FaulstichRancho de las Brisas PeruviansWeatherford, Texas 76088www.rlb-ranch.com
More Ranch News
From Joy Gould, Hacienda SoegadoHere at Hacienda Sosegado 2012 has started off very well.We are of course looking forward to our Clinic and Play-day Show on April 7th and 8th. This was the delay datedue to significant rain. Marco Dapelo will be officiatingand was kind enough to change his plans for us.We want to congratulate Maureen Davis for her purchaseof DJG Miramar, the first offspring of MLM Mercedes XLindeza del Norte. We also want to congratulate LisaHughes on her purchase of HMS Aquiles. Both have goneto great homes. Lillian Thurston acquired MLM Opalinaand is now back at the ranch riding with all of us.Lessons and trail rides seem to be abundant!The favorite of trail rides these days is our 2 hour ride toChris Burgers for breakfast.We have quite a travel plan but we seem to do it withminimal complications. The only serious road to cross isHighway 74, and folks are good about waiting for all of usto get across, including our ranch dog Daisy.Hacienda Sosegado is proud to announce the birth of DJGPresumida. Her sire is RDL Incomparable and dam isMLM Laura. This filly is a fullsister to DJG Bailarina. Her pic-ture is included with our ranchnews. We couldn’t be more ex-cited about her arrival.
From Larry Braun,Terra LarRossa Peruvian Paso Horse Farmwww.peruvianpasocoach.comGreetings Mi “Amigos”!My wife, Rossana, and I are gearing up for the busyhorse season ahead --On April 28, 2012, I will be riding in the PetalumaButter and Egg Days Parade in Petaluma, California,along with fellow members of the Wine Country Peru-vian Paso Horse Club (WCPPHC). I have ridden inthis parade since moving to Petaluma in 1997, and ithas been even longer that the WCPPHC has partici-pated in this parade which draws a crowd of as manyas 30,000 people.Then, on May 2, 2012, Rossana and I will head downto the Fiesta of the Spanish Horse Show at the L.A.Equestrian Center in Burbank, California. We alwayslook forward to seeing everyone again after a longNorthern California winter.On June 8-10, 2012, I will be working the WCPPHCbooth at the Western States Horse Expo at Cal Expo inSacramento, California, taking a horse to be on displayin the breed barn, and riding in exhibitions during this3-day event which has drawn as many as 70,000 atten-dees.On June 23, 2012, Rossana and I will host theWCPPHC General Meeting and Peruvian Paso Festi-val at our ranch in Petaluma, California. We will kick-off the festival with musical performances on horse-back in our arena, followed by a catered Peruvianlunch, live Peruvian music during lunch, followed by aMarinera dance performance by two outstandingyoung dancers. The Acting Consul General of Perufrom the San Francisco Consulate and his wife will beattending as well as the family of the former ConsulGeneral.Finally, hope to see everyone again in July in SantaBarbara!
From Tammy Rimes & William Holzhauer,Hacienda de las Rosas Winerywww.sdwinery.comFour years ago, we opened our family owned tastingroom in historic Old Town, San Diego. Featuring onlySan Diego wines, we wanted to share the rich historyand great wines from this region. To celebrate ouranniversary on Thursday, April 19th, we will berolling out a new section, featuring local micro-brewbeers. Come join us to meet the brew masters ofGolden Coast Mead and enjoy a special mead & beertasting. Only $10 including appetizers; $5 for wineclub members. No reservations required...come andhelp celebrate our anniversary!
HLC CasanovaOwned by Hacienda La Cumbre
(Bob & Karen Calentine)Ch of Ch Luxury Gelding
2008, 2009, 2011
AR AmbiciosoOwned by Rancho Alegria(Bill & Gisela Muhlhauser)
Ch of Ch Performance Stallion2009, 2010, 2011
RDLF Claro de LunaOwned by Rancho de laFlorecita (Brian & Terry
Jarchow) & Helen BrownCh of Ch Amateur
Performance Gelding2009, 2010, 2011
Congratulating NewLos Amigos Championship Show
Laureado Horses
Horse ExpoFairplex, Pomona, CAFebruary 2, 3, & 4, 2012Los Amigos Peruvian Paso Club
joined with Central Coast Peruvian HorseClub and Southern California Peruvian PasoHorse Club to offer an informational booth atthis event. Plus, RSV Noble Sol was presentfor the entire weekend in the barns so thepublic could experience a Peruvian PasoHorse, first hand. Then, on the last day, fourmore horses and 5 exhibitors joined togetherto present a Breed Demonstration. After theperformance, many of the audience came tothe barns to be personally introduced to the
horses. (Photos: Booth, Daryl Thompson,Michele Knowles; Exhibitors & Horses,Carolyn Truskowski & MLM Bandolero,Susie McMahan & RCh Concentido, RobinJames & RCh Apache, Jorge Valenzuela &RSV Payaso, Lauren Leatherbury & RSVNoble Sol.)
Horse Expo Pomona PremiereA Booming Success!Build it and they will come.And that’s exactly what happened when the gates atHorse Expo Pomona in California opened and peoplepoured into the Fairplex grounds for this first-time-everevent. It was immediately apparent that this was awhole new ‘happening,’ as people stopped in awe whenthey were greeted Thursday morning by Project Cow-boy contestants a-horseback. On Friday and Saturdaymornings, attendees were equally thrilled as the sparklyCalifornia Cowgirls Drill Team and their glitterymounts greeted everyone. Miki Nelsen, owner andfounder of the event, was bound and determined tomake this premiere expo truly different and exciting,from free parking for the first 100 cars each day tosprawling outdoor exhibits and vendors. The three-dayevent made good use of the Fairplex grounds andSouthern California’s extraordinarily good weather.
Vendors spread their wares outside — trailers, trucks, tack,draft horse equipment, hand carved signs, fresh roasted nuts— you name it. Breeds galore strutted their stuff in the out-door arenas. Clinicians presented an array of topics, fromdressage, jumping, animal communication, gaited horses, coltstarting, reined cow horse, western dressage, team driving, tothe making of a ‘super horse.’ Whatever your interest or disci-pline, there were presentations that fit your dream list. Over-all, the atmosphere was festival-like in its celebration of thehorse.So what’s the final scorecard on Horse Expo Pomona?“It was incredible. Vendors were happy, attendees werehappy, clinicians were happy. All our team members sighed abig sigh of cheerful relief after the event, of course,” saysNelsen, “but there was never any doubt that Horse ExpoPomona wouldn’t absolutely rock. And it did. We’re alreadyplanning for next year — we’re taking our vitamins andthrowing ideas on the board. So we’re looking forward to see-ing everyone January 31 – February 2, 2013 in Pomona!”For more information about Horse Expo Pomona, visitwww.HorseExpoEvents.com
HLC CasanovaOwned by Hacienda La Cumbre
(Bob & Karen Calentine)Ch of Ch Luxury Gelding
2008, 2009, 2011
AR AmbiciosoOwned by Rancho Alegria(Bill & Gisela Muhlhauser)
Ch of Ch Performance Stallion2009, 2010, 2011
RDLF Claro de LunaOwned by Rancho de laFlorecita (Brian & Terry
Jarchow) & Helen BrownCh of Ch Amateur
Performance Gelding2009, 2010, 2011
Congratulating NewLos Amigos Championship Show
Laureado Horses
Horse ExpoFairplex, Pomona, CAFebruary 2, 3, & 4, 2012Los Amigos Peruvian Paso Club
joined with Central Coast Peruvian HorseClub and Southern California Peruvian PasoHorse Club to offer an informational booth atthis event. Plus, RSV Noble Sol was presentfor the entire weekend in the barns so thepublic could experience a Peruvian PasoHorse, first hand. Then, on the last day, fourmore horses and 5 exhibitors joined togetherto present a Breed Demonstration. After theperformance, many of the audience came tothe barns to be personally introduced to the
horses. (Photos: Booth, Daryl Thompson,Michele Knowles; Exhibitors & Horses,Carolyn Truskowski & MLM Bandolero,Susie McMahan & RCh Concentido, RobinJames & RCh Apache, Jorge Valenzuela &RSV Payaso, Lauren Leatherbury & RSVNoble Sol.)
Horse Expo Pomona PremiereA Booming Success!Build it and they will come.And that’s exactly what happened when the gates atHorse Expo Pomona in California opened and peoplepoured into the Fairplex grounds for this first-time-everevent. It was immediately apparent that this was awhole new ‘happening,’ as people stopped in awe whenthey were greeted Thursday morning by Project Cow-boy contestants a-horseback. On Friday and Saturdaymornings, attendees were equally thrilled as the sparklyCalifornia Cowgirls Drill Team and their glitterymounts greeted everyone. Miki Nelsen, owner andfounder of the event, was bound and determined tomake this premiere expo truly different and exciting,from free parking for the first 100 cars each day tosprawling outdoor exhibits and vendors. The three-dayevent made good use of the Fairplex grounds andSouthern California’s extraordinarily good weather.
Vendors spread their wares outside — trailers, trucks, tack,draft horse equipment, hand carved signs, fresh roasted nuts— you name it. Breeds galore strutted their stuff in the out-door arenas. Clinicians presented an array of topics, fromdressage, jumping, animal communication, gaited horses, coltstarting, reined cow horse, western dressage, team driving, tothe making of a ‘super horse.’ Whatever your interest or disci-pline, there were presentations that fit your dream list. Over-all, the atmosphere was festival-like in its celebration of thehorse.So what’s the final scorecard on Horse Expo Pomona?“It was incredible. Vendors were happy, attendees werehappy, clinicians were happy. All our team members sighed abig sigh of cheerful relief after the event, of course,” saysNelsen, “but there was never any doubt that Horse ExpoPomona wouldn’t absolutely rock. And it did. We’re alreadyplanning for next year — we’re taking our vitamins andthrowing ideas on the board. So we’re looking forward to see-ing everyone January 31 – February 2, 2013 in Pomona!”For more information about Horse Expo Pomona, visitwww.HorseExpoEvents.com
2012 Calendar of EventsFiesta of the Spanish Horse
May 4, 5, & 6LAEC @ Burbank
Judge: Pepe Risso
SCPPHC SpringSCPPHC Pacific Coast
May 28, 29 & 30Fairplex @ Pomona
Judges: Mariano Cabrerra; Chris Austin
Gold RushJune 29, 30 & July 1
South Point Casino @ Las VegasJudges: Pepe Risso; Rolando Garcia
Los AmigosJuly 20, 21, & 22
Earl Warren Showgrounds@ Santa Barbara
Judge: Antonio Hudtwalcker
Central Coast ClassicAugust 11 & 12
Santa Maria FairPark @ Santa MariaJudge: Nicholas Breaux
SCPPHC FallSCPPHC Grand
September 14, 15 & 16LAEC @ Burbank
Judges: Edie Gandy, Pepe Risso
It’s All Maureen’s FaultBy Michele Knowles
I met Maureen Davis several years ago. As we got acquainted Mau-reen learned that I used to teach Mathematics, and I learned thatMaureen owned a horse. She learned that I love to read and Ilearned that her horse was a Peruvian Paso. I told her that my bestfriend was in Peru for two years as a Peace Corps Volunteer, shetold me about an Open House at Hacienda Sosegado and JorgeValenzuela Training Center in Hemet.
My husband and I attended the Open House. He thought we wouldstay an hour or two, I insisted we stay all day. Those beautifulhorses mesmerized me. One short ride on RSV Noble Sol and I washooked. Joy Gould answered my endless questions and Jorge de-serves sainthood for taking on the task of converting a Scottishdancing Math teacher into a competent rider.
After about six months, when it was very apparent that I was not los-ing interest or enthusiasm, I was asked if I might want to have my
own horse. I replied that I was planning to ask Santa. Alas, Santa stillhas not figured out how to get a horse down a chimney.
As I continued with lessons I became determined to have my ownhorse. I knew exactly what I wanted, but Noble Sol was out of reach.Jorge told me about a gelding he was training. I tried to resist, but itwas love at first sight when I saw MLM Gracioso. An incredible baygelding, Gracioso is finishing up his training like the champion he willsurely become. As for me, I doubt that I will ever be finished training,but I look forward to many years of riding Gracioso.
What an unexpected joy: from lessons to trail rides, from shows toshowing, making new friends with more still to be met, I thank you,Maureen!!!
2012 Calendar of EventsFiesta of the Spanish Horse
May 4, 5, & 6LAEC @ Burbank
Judge: Pepe Risso
SCPPHC SpringSCPPHC Pacific Coast
May 28, 29 & 30Fairplex @ Pomona
Judges: Mariano Cabrerra; Chris Austin
Gold RushJune 29, 30 & July 1
South Point Casino @ Las VegasJudges: Pepe Risso; Rolando Garcia
Los AmigosJuly 20, 21, & 22
Earl Warren Showgrounds@ Santa Barbara
Judge: Antonio Hudtwalcker
Central Coast ClassicAugust 11 & 12
Santa Maria FairPark @ Santa MariaJudge: Nicholas Breaux
SCPPHC FallSCPPHC Grand
September 14, 15 & 16LAEC @ Burbank
Judges: Edie Gandy, Pepe Risso
It’s All Maureen’s FaultBy Michele Knowles
I met Maureen Davis several years ago. As we got acquainted Mau-reen learned that I used to teach Mathematics, and I learned thatMaureen owned a horse. She learned that I love to read and Ilearned that her horse was a Peruvian Paso. I told her that my bestfriend was in Peru for two years as a Peace Corps Volunteer, shetold me about an Open House at Hacienda Sosegado and JorgeValenzuela Training Center in Hemet.
My husband and I attended the Open House. He thought we wouldstay an hour or two, I insisted we stay all day. Those beautifulhorses mesmerized me. One short ride on RSV Noble Sol and I washooked. Joy Gould answered my endless questions and Jorge de-serves sainthood for taking on the task of converting a Scottishdancing Math teacher into a competent rider.
After about six months, when it was very apparent that I was not los-ing interest or enthusiasm, I was asked if I might want to have my
own horse. I replied that I was planning to ask Santa. Alas, Santa stillhas not figured out how to get a horse down a chimney.
As I continued with lessons I became determined to have my ownhorse. I knew exactly what I wanted, but Noble Sol was out of reach.Jorge told me about a gelding he was training. I tried to resist, but itwas love at first sight when I saw MLM Gracioso. An incredible baygelding, Gracioso is finishing up his training like the champion he willsurely become. As for me, I doubt that I will ever be finished training,but I look forward to many years of riding Gracioso.
What an unexpected joy: from lessons to trail rides, from shows toshowing, making new friends with more still to be met, I thank you,Maureen!!!
2012Birth Announcement
JLV Talisman(RSV Spirit x JLV Gaviota)
Jorge ValenzuelaTraining Center
Hemet, CA(951) 966-6044
http://[email protected]
From Lisa Marie Walker, with Del Dios PeruviansA lot of great things are happening at Jody’s. One of the Major changesbeing, they moved! Now located at 4571 S. Mission Rd. Fallbrook, thehorses and students alike enjoy large arenas, spacious living, and whatevery horse loves most, plenty of grass to eat! This new place has pro-vided Jody and her students many new opportunities. One of the mostmajor being they recently helped a local bit company film a commer-cials showcasing the beautiful Peruvians (DJG Invoalorable, HMSCorazon del dios, RSV Soberania, and Me Llamo Altanero JBT) as themain horse of choice. In return the bit company produced a short videofor the group to use for promotion of the breed. You can find the videoon the Del Dios Peruvian page on Facebook. http://www.facebook.com/DelDiosPeruviansAnother big step Jody personally took is taking on Lisa Marie Walker as her apprentice. She is now training her on how toteach, train, and on the aspects of running a business. And with plenty of new students flowing in the opportunities forgrowth and knowledge are endless.Want to join in on the action? They are planning an open house on May 12th, the day before mother’s day, and everyone is
invited! There will be free “test drives” on the Peruvians, local busi-ness will have booths set up, and to remember the day Lisa will betaking photos of the event.We hope to see you there!Interested in joining in on the Del Dios fun? Save the dates for theupcoming events!April 22 Daley Ranch trail ride 40Somethin CowgirlsMay 6 Caspers Wilderness park trail rideMay 12 OPEN HOUSE!~! Tell your friends! Free test drives!May 19 ACTHA ride at Cuyamaca ?May 26-28 Southern California Peruvian Club HorseshowJune 3 ACTHA ride NorcoJune 29-7/1 GRC Peruvian show South Point Hotel Las Vegas, NV
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2012Birth Announcement
JLV Talisman(RSV Spirit x JLV Gaviota)
Jorge ValenzuelaTraining Center
Hemet, CA(951) 966-6044
http://[email protected]
From Lisa Marie Walker, with Del Dios PeruviansA lot of great things are happening at Jody’s. One of the Major changesbeing, they moved! Now located at 4571 S. Mission Rd. Fallbrook, thehorses and students alike enjoy large arenas, spacious living, and whatevery horse loves most, plenty of grass to eat! This new place has pro-vided Jody and her students many new opportunities. One of the mostmajor being they recently helped a local bit company film a commer-cials showcasing the beautiful Peruvians (DJG Invoalorable, HMSCorazon del dios, RSV Soberania, and Me Llamo Altanero JBT) as themain horse of choice. In return the bit company produced a short videofor the group to use for promotion of the breed. You can find the videoon the Del Dios Peruvian page on Facebook. http://www.facebook.com/DelDiosPeruviansAnother big step Jody personally took is taking on Lisa Marie Walker as her apprentice. She is now training her on how toteach, train, and on the aspects of running a business. And with plenty of new students flowing in the opportunities forgrowth and knowledge are endless.Want to join in on the action? They are planning an open house on May 12th, the day before mother’s day, and everyone is
invited! There will be free “test drives” on the Peruvians, local busi-ness will have booths set up, and to remember the day Lisa will betaking photos of the event.We hope to see you there!Interested in joining in on the Del Dios fun? Save the dates for theupcoming events!April 22 Daley Ranch trail ride 40Somethin CowgirlsMay 6 Caspers Wilderness park trail rideMay 12 OPEN HOUSE!~! Tell your friends! Free test drives!May 19 ACTHA ride at Cuyamaca ?May 26-28 Southern California Peruvian Club HorseshowJune 3 ACTHA ride NorcoJune 29-7/1 GRC Peruvian show South Point Hotel Las Vegas, NV
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Just How Ancient is the Peruvian Paso Breed?July 28, 2011We know from reading Dr. Deb Bennett’s seminal work“Conquerors, The Roots of New World Horsemanship” that thefirst horses were brought to Peru in 1531 AD by Francisco Pizarroand Hernando De Soto during the Spanish conquest of Peru.Those first horses were brought from Spanish stud farms in Pa-nama and Nicaragua. The early Peruvian horses were importedprimarily from the Province of Andalusia and were primarily ofAndalusian, Spanish Jennet and African Barb blood lines. Thehorses thrived in Peru and over the centuries their breeders havebeen careful to preserve their inherent qualities, especially theirambling gait.
Almost five hundred years is a pretty old breed. However, horseshave been domesticated much longer than that. In May of thisyear Becky and I traveled to Greece to celebrate our 20th wed-ding anniversary. There we visited Olympia, the site of thefirst Olympic Games held in 776 BC. In fact those games were
held continuouslyevery four years atOlympia for over1000 years. Thegames there wereended in 393 AD byImperial decree ofTheodosius I, theemperor of Byzan-tium.
At some point inthe history of thegames at Olympia horse racing and chariot racing were added ascontests. It was common for the winner of an event to celebratehis victory by commissioning a commemorative statue or figurine
and offering it for display at Olympia. One such bronzefigurine has survived the millennium and is now on dis-play at the Museum of Olympia. This figurine is onehorse of a four horse chariot team which was cast inbronze. While at the Museum, I took several pictures ofthis now famous little bronze. The figurine is now simplyknown as “The Horse of Olympia”. Once I returned homeit seemed to me that there were certain features of thisartist’s stylized rendition of this chariot horse which re-minded me of our own Peruvian Paso horses, especiallyWF Prodigio. So Kaitlin Kaiser and I took pictures of WFProdigio and they are presented here along with the cor-responding pictures I took of the “Horse of Olympia” foryour consideration. See what you think. The “Horse ofOlympia” is dated by the Museum as 470 BC, nearly2,500 years ago! Now that is truly ancient!!
Submitted by Bill Chase of Caballos De BBC, Peruvian Paso Horses of Bill & Becky Chasehttp://www.caballosdebbc.com/http://www.caballosdebbc.com/just-how-ancient-is-the-peruvian-paso-breed/
NO HOST Pierce College Farm WalkSunday, April 22, 2012, 9:30 AMVictory and DeSoto, Woodland Hills, CAGet set for Pierce College’s Farmwalk, the annual community event and fundraiser for the Pierce College farm. MarkSunday, April 22, 2012 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. for country fun with the family.This is the one time of year the 225 acres of green pastures and country roads dotted with animals is open to the public,offering a festival of attractions that evoke memories of simpler times. Horses, sheep, cows, goats and tons of other ani-mals are waiting to greet you. Enjoy and even take part in some of dozens of demonstrations ranging from bull whipcracking to sheep shearing, sheep herding, wool spinning and cow milking. Visit with police and their K9 rescue unitsand the Wolf Connection. Listen to country music; relax and take a nature walk through a canyon overlooking the city.For the kids, and the kid in everyone, there will be a petting zoo, pony rides, exotic animal show, face-painting, hayrides,large farm equipment, fire engines to climb in and plenty more. Good eats and fixins' will be provided at old-time prices.Check out the Equestrian Center to watch all kinds of horse activities, which in the past have included roping, barrel rac-ing, Equestrian Drill Team and mini horse demonstrations. Information about agriculture and animal science classes of-fered at Pierce and various other educational displays will be available. Remember to wear comfortable shoes and bringsunscreen, sunglasses, hats and cameras. Please note that only physical assistance dogs are permitted due to livestock.Everyone from toddlers through active seniors can enjoy Pierce’s Farmwalk, located on the Pierce College campus at6201 Winnetka Avenue, Woodland Hills, 91371. The farm is on the west side of campus, so enter on Mason Avenue atVictory Boulevard. Parking is free. A $5 donation at the entrance is requested per adult. Children under 12 play free.
Peruvian Paso Horses will once again be featured at the PierceCollege Farm Walk!! Three performances are scheduled, with lots
of time for the audiences to visit and pet the horses.
Effective April 19, 2012New Official Show
Rules!!!!!http://www.napha.net
“Other Forms and Documents”
http://www.napha.net“Members Only”
Minutes of the Board of DirectorsMarch 2, 2012
February 8, 2012January 10, 2012
Minutes of the Regional Advisory CouncilJanuary 17, 2012
February 24, 2012
PO Box 2187, Santa Rosa, CA 95405
http://www.napha.net“Breed History”
The NAPHA Breed History ProjectList of ContributorsAdvanced SearchShow Results: AAOBPPH; NAPHA;PPHRNA; CaliforniaLegacy Databases: 2003 PPHRNAStudbook; 2005 AAOBPPH Studbook2005 AAOBPPH Website (withsome broken links)
Just How Ancient is the Peruvian Paso Breed?July 28, 2011We know from reading Dr. Deb Bennett’s seminal work“Conquerors, The Roots of New World Horsemanship” that thefirst horses were brought to Peru in 1531 AD by Francisco Pizarroand Hernando De Soto during the Spanish conquest of Peru.Those first horses were brought from Spanish stud farms in Pa-nama and Nicaragua. The early Peruvian horses were importedprimarily from the Province of Andalusia and were primarily ofAndalusian, Spanish Jennet and African Barb blood lines. Thehorses thrived in Peru and over the centuries their breeders havebeen careful to preserve their inherent qualities, especially theirambling gait.
Almost five hundred years is a pretty old breed. However, horseshave been domesticated much longer than that. In May of thisyear Becky and I traveled to Greece to celebrate our 20th wed-ding anniversary. There we visited Olympia, the site of thefirst Olympic Games held in 776 BC. In fact those games were
held continuouslyevery four years atOlympia for over1000 years. Thegames there wereended in 393 AD byImperial decree ofTheodosius I, theemperor of Byzan-tium.
At some point inthe history of thegames at Olympia horse racing and chariot racing were added ascontests. It was common for the winner of an event to celebratehis victory by commissioning a commemorative statue or figurine
and offering it for display at Olympia. One such bronzefigurine has survived the millennium and is now on dis-play at the Museum of Olympia. This figurine is onehorse of a four horse chariot team which was cast inbronze. While at the Museum, I took several pictures ofthis now famous little bronze. The figurine is now simplyknown as “The Horse of Olympia”. Once I returned homeit seemed to me that there were certain features of thisartist’s stylized rendition of this chariot horse which re-minded me of our own Peruvian Paso horses, especiallyWF Prodigio. So Kaitlin Kaiser and I took pictures of WFProdigio and they are presented here along with the cor-responding pictures I took of the “Horse of Olympia” foryour consideration. See what you think. The “Horse ofOlympia” is dated by the Museum as 470 BC, nearly2,500 years ago! Now that is truly ancient!!
Submitted by Bill Chase of Caballos De BBC, Peruvian Paso Horses of Bill & Becky Chasehttp://www.caballosdebbc.com/http://www.caballosdebbc.com/just-how-ancient-is-the-peruvian-paso-breed/
NO HOST Pierce College Farm WalkSunday, April 22, 2012, 9:30 AMVictory and DeSoto, Woodland Hills, CAGet set for Pierce College’s Farmwalk, the annual community event and fundraiser for the Pierce College farm. MarkSunday, April 22, 2012 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. for country fun with the family.This is the one time of year the 225 acres of green pastures and country roads dotted with animals is open to the public,offering a festival of attractions that evoke memories of simpler times. Horses, sheep, cows, goats and tons of other ani-mals are waiting to greet you. Enjoy and even take part in some of dozens of demonstrations ranging from bull whipcracking to sheep shearing, sheep herding, wool spinning and cow milking. Visit with police and their K9 rescue unitsand the Wolf Connection. Listen to country music; relax and take a nature walk through a canyon overlooking the city.For the kids, and the kid in everyone, there will be a petting zoo, pony rides, exotic animal show, face-painting, hayrides,large farm equipment, fire engines to climb in and plenty more. Good eats and fixins' will be provided at old-time prices.Check out the Equestrian Center to watch all kinds of horse activities, which in the past have included roping, barrel rac-ing, Equestrian Drill Team and mini horse demonstrations. Information about agriculture and animal science classes of-fered at Pierce and various other educational displays will be available. Remember to wear comfortable shoes and bringsunscreen, sunglasses, hats and cameras. Please note that only physical assistance dogs are permitted due to livestock.Everyone from toddlers through active seniors can enjoy Pierce’s Farmwalk, located on the Pierce College campus at6201 Winnetka Avenue, Woodland Hills, 91371. The farm is on the west side of campus, so enter on Mason Avenue atVictory Boulevard. Parking is free. A $5 donation at the entrance is requested per adult. Children under 12 play free.
Peruvian Paso Horses will once again be featured at the PierceCollege Farm Walk!! Three performances are scheduled, with lots
of time for the audiences to visit and pet the horses.
Effective April 19, 2012New Official Show
Rules!!!!!http://www.napha.net
“Other Forms and Documents”
http://www.napha.net“Members Only”
Minutes of the Board of DirectorsMarch 2, 2012
February 8, 2012January 10, 2012
Minutes of the Regional Advisory CouncilJanuary 17, 2012
February 24, 2012
PO Box 2187, Santa Rosa, CA 95405
http://www.napha.net“Breed History”
The NAPHA Breed History ProjectList of ContributorsAdvanced SearchShow Results: AAOBPPH; NAPHA;PPHRNA; CaliforniaLegacy Databases: 2003 PPHRNAStudbook; 2005 AAOBPPH Studbook2005 AAOBPPH Website (withsome broken links)
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Los invitamos tambien a asistir al LXVII Concurso Nacional Oficial delCaballo Peruano de Paso, el evento más importante del mundo denuestro Caballo Peruano de PasoDesde el domingo 15 de abril al domingo 22 del 2012 en el CampoFerial de Mamacona de la A.N.C.P.C.P.P.Visitenos en Facebook y estarán enterados de todos los detalles.
(We invite you to attend the LXVII official National Contest of el CaballoPeruano de Paso, the most important event in the world of our Peruvian Pasohorse; From Sunday, April 15 to Sunday, April 22, 2012 in the FerialMamacona field of the A.N.C.P.C.P.P.; Visit us on Facebook and be aware ofall the details.)
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http://www.mountainvalleyfuneral.com/fh/obituaries/obituaryJohn Gordon DeLozier(Died March 10, 2012)GODLEY -- John Gordon DeLozier, 83, of Godley, passed away Sat. March 10, 2012 inFort Worth. Funeral: 2 pm Sat. at Mountain Valley Funeral Home Chapel. John wasborn April 15, 1928 in Vermillion County, Ill. He was a man with passion for adventure,nature and the love of his family and his country. He served his country in WWII andthen in the late 40s went on to Alaska and become entrepreneur and had a huge passionfor hunting and flying his bush plane. He then took up a love for speed by racing stock-cars and motorcycles. This earned him several stockcar state championships, which inturn earned him the nickname of “Lead Foot Johnnie”. He then retired taking on a whole
new adventure by moving to California. It was there he established a ranch to raise horses. The excitement leads himto a particular breed of horses, the Peruvian Paso. To this day he is known for being one of the few individuals to haveestablished this strong breed in the United States. He will be missed, but always remembered as a son, a brother, afriend, a husband, a dad, a grandpa and even a great grandpa. Survived by: Wife Jerry Jean DeLozier Children SamuelGary DeLozier Shawn Thomas DeLozier and wife Mary John Patrick DeLozier and wife Karen Joseph Lee DeLozierDanny Gordon DeLozier and wife Tina Crystalyn Fischbach & Partner Ellen Bracewell Grandchildren Angela Reuszeand Jennifer Cox Tommy DeLozier, Amber Godwin, Dennis DeLozier Joshua and Devara DeLozier and LeighDeLozier Maxiumus Jag DeLozier, Joseph Wagner DeLozier, Tasha Bachara and Beau DeLozier Kristen Bracewelland Erin Bracewell Great Grandchildren Bailey Kinkead, Cole Kinkead, Larkin Rankin, Brandon Lynn Evans, GabrielBachara, Isabel Bachara, Isaiah Bachara, Paige Miller, Mary Grace Cox, Jordan Cox.Mountain Valley Funeral Home Burleson, 817-426-3200.
WENDAL HANSFORD (MARK) MARCUMPassed away January 6,2012 in Victorville, CA.Born on March 22, 1924in Fonde, KY, he wasraised in and aroundTrenton, MI. He enlistedin the U.S. Army in 1943and served in the 298thCombat Engineersparticipating in theNormandy Invasion, theBattle of the Bulge and thecrossing of the Rhine andreceived an Honorable Discharge in 1945. Herelocated to CA in the 1950s and worked in sales.He moved to the High Desert in 1987. For thenext 25 years he worked in real estate and had areputation as being one of the most knowledge-able and dedicated brokers in the area. He was adevoted family man, talented horseman, photogra-pher and avid golfer. He was preceded in deathby his first wife of 43 years and mother of hischildren, June. He is survived by his loving wifeBarbara, daughter Sharon Crawford, son Jeffrey,grandsons Sean Marcum and Christian Petersen,granddaughter Joleen Thomas, great-granddaughter Madeline Thomas, sisters AvisCook, Wanda LaVigne, Judy Hintz and brotherHarold. A celebration of his life will be held on afuture date. In lieu of flowers, the family requestsdonations be made in his name to CommunityHospice or a charity of your choosing.
Published in the Daily Press from January 11 toJanuary 21, 2012
A Remembrance ~~Mark Marcum, a name that is synonymous with PeruvianPaso Horses, for me, anyway. I bought my very firstPeruvian from Mark, many years ago. She was afrightened, yearling, chestnut filly, who had traveled withher mother from someplace in the Midwest to California.We were fresh into horses, and had decided feeding aPeruvian was the same expense as any other breed. So,why not make it one of these wondrous animals? At least,that was my husband's logic.
When we arrived at the Marcum ranch, we got the grandtour. We saw many horses that are only names in astudbook, these days. Then, we were shown this littlechestnut, with a crooked strip of white down her face.And, of course, I was in love. Didn't matter that she wasgoing to take enormous amounts of time and energy be-fore I would ever ride her.
We returned the following weekend with a rented horsetrailer. (Like I said, we were fresh into this project.) I willnever forget this day, but not for what might seem themost obvious of reasons. What I remember, in great de-tail, is the time it took to "talk" that filly into that strangetrailer. Mark must have spent more than an hour, justtalking to her. There was no pressure, no bad experi-ence, just gentle persuading. Eventually, she did get intothe trailer. And, for her entire lifetime, trailers were nevera problem for her.
I only met Mark a few times after that visit.I would see him at the shows, where wewere just spectators, for many years. Healways remembered us, and was friendlyand encouraging for this newcomer to thebreed.
RIP, Mark Marcum(submitted by Debbie Pye)
Editor’s Note: John DeLozier, with his wife Angie, imported *Piloto. There is more information about thishorse, and the people associated with him at this web page: http://www.pilotosshadowranch.com/Piloto.htm
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AFICIONPERU Y MG PRODUCCIONES TRANSMITIRAN EN VIVOAFICIONPERU AND MG PRODUCCIONES LIVE BROADCASTEL LXVII CONCURSO NACIONAL DEL CABALLO PERUANO DE PASODESDE EL DOMINGO 15 A LAS 11 AM. HORA DE LIMA HASTA EL DOMINGO 22DE ABRIL CON LA CEREMONIA DE CLAUSURA.STARTING AT 11 AM. ON SUNDAY 15th EST. TO SUNDAY 22nd OF APRILwww.aficionperu.comwww.mgproducciones.net
Los invitamos tambien a asistir al LXVII Concurso Nacional Oficial delCaballo Peruano de Paso, el evento más importante del mundo denuestro Caballo Peruano de PasoDesde el domingo 15 de abril al domingo 22 del 2012 en el CampoFerial de Mamacona de la A.N.C.P.C.P.P.Visitenos en Facebook y estarán enterados de todos los detalles.
(We invite you to attend the LXVII official National Contest of el CaballoPeruano de Paso, the most important event in the world of our Peruvian Pasohorse; From Sunday, April 15 to Sunday, April 22, 2012 in the FerialMamacona field of the A.N.C.P.C.P.P.; Visit us on Facebook and be aware ofall the details.)
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http://www.mountainvalleyfuneral.com/fh/obituaries/obituaryJohn Gordon DeLozier(Died March 10, 2012)GODLEY -- John Gordon DeLozier, 83, of Godley, passed away Sat. March 10, 2012 inFort Worth. Funeral: 2 pm Sat. at Mountain Valley Funeral Home Chapel. John wasborn April 15, 1928 in Vermillion County, Ill. He was a man with passion for adventure,nature and the love of his family and his country. He served his country in WWII andthen in the late 40s went on to Alaska and become entrepreneur and had a huge passionfor hunting and flying his bush plane. He then took up a love for speed by racing stock-cars and motorcycles. This earned him several stockcar state championships, which inturn earned him the nickname of “Lead Foot Johnnie”. He then retired taking on a whole
new adventure by moving to California. It was there he established a ranch to raise horses. The excitement leads himto a particular breed of horses, the Peruvian Paso. To this day he is known for being one of the few individuals to haveestablished this strong breed in the United States. He will be missed, but always remembered as a son, a brother, afriend, a husband, a dad, a grandpa and even a great grandpa. Survived by: Wife Jerry Jean DeLozier Children SamuelGary DeLozier Shawn Thomas DeLozier and wife Mary John Patrick DeLozier and wife Karen Joseph Lee DeLozierDanny Gordon DeLozier and wife Tina Crystalyn Fischbach & Partner Ellen Bracewell Grandchildren Angela Reuszeand Jennifer Cox Tommy DeLozier, Amber Godwin, Dennis DeLozier Joshua and Devara DeLozier and LeighDeLozier Maxiumus Jag DeLozier, Joseph Wagner DeLozier, Tasha Bachara and Beau DeLozier Kristen Bracewelland Erin Bracewell Great Grandchildren Bailey Kinkead, Cole Kinkead, Larkin Rankin, Brandon Lynn Evans, GabrielBachara, Isabel Bachara, Isaiah Bachara, Paige Miller, Mary Grace Cox, Jordan Cox.Mountain Valley Funeral Home Burleson, 817-426-3200.
WENDAL HANSFORD (MARK) MARCUMPassed away January 6,2012 in Victorville, CA.Born on March 22, 1924in Fonde, KY, he wasraised in and aroundTrenton, MI. He enlistedin the U.S. Army in 1943and served in the 298thCombat Engineersparticipating in theNormandy Invasion, theBattle of the Bulge and thecrossing of the Rhine andreceived an Honorable Discharge in 1945. Herelocated to CA in the 1950s and worked in sales.He moved to the High Desert in 1987. For thenext 25 years he worked in real estate and had areputation as being one of the most knowledge-able and dedicated brokers in the area. He was adevoted family man, talented horseman, photogra-pher and avid golfer. He was preceded in deathby his first wife of 43 years and mother of hischildren, June. He is survived by his loving wifeBarbara, daughter Sharon Crawford, son Jeffrey,grandsons Sean Marcum and Christian Petersen,granddaughter Joleen Thomas, great-granddaughter Madeline Thomas, sisters AvisCook, Wanda LaVigne, Judy Hintz and brotherHarold. A celebration of his life will be held on afuture date. In lieu of flowers, the family requestsdonations be made in his name to CommunityHospice or a charity of your choosing.
Published in the Daily Press from January 11 toJanuary 21, 2012
A Remembrance ~~Mark Marcum, a name that is synonymous with PeruvianPaso Horses, for me, anyway. I bought my very firstPeruvian from Mark, many years ago. She was afrightened, yearling, chestnut filly, who had traveled withher mother from someplace in the Midwest to California.We were fresh into horses, and had decided feeding aPeruvian was the same expense as any other breed. So,why not make it one of these wondrous animals? At least,that was my husband's logic.
When we arrived at the Marcum ranch, we got the grandtour. We saw many horses that are only names in astudbook, these days. Then, we were shown this littlechestnut, with a crooked strip of white down her face.And, of course, I was in love. Didn't matter that she wasgoing to take enormous amounts of time and energy be-fore I would ever ride her.
We returned the following weekend with a rented horsetrailer. (Like I said, we were fresh into this project.) I willnever forget this day, but not for what might seem themost obvious of reasons. What I remember, in great de-tail, is the time it took to "talk" that filly into that strangetrailer. Mark must have spent more than an hour, justtalking to her. There was no pressure, no bad experi-ence, just gentle persuading. Eventually, she did get intothe trailer. And, for her entire lifetime, trailers were nevera problem for her.
I only met Mark a few times after that visit.I would see him at the shows, where wewere just spectators, for many years. Healways remembered us, and was friendlyand encouraging for this newcomer to thebreed.
RIP, Mark Marcum(submitted by Debbie Pye)
Editor’s Note: John DeLozier, with his wife Angie, imported *Piloto. There is more information about thishorse, and the people associated with him at this web page: http://www.pilotosshadowranch.com/Piloto.htm
Submitted by Joy Gould ~~
Hacienda Sosegado PlayDay Show & Clinic Weekend,Our 6th Annual Event
Even though we had to postpone the event to Easter weekend, we had anamazing turn-out. If we had to guess, we’d say there were better than 90 peo-ple here on Saturday. Great weather, good food, a good spirit of competition,and being with our horses. Who could define it better? There were 26 ridersand even more horses than that this year. The juniors were awesome andshowed many of the adults how it is done. We had a whole new group of nov-ices who had their first show experience. Our Judge Marco Dapelo made surethat every rider received feedback on their accomplishments. He made thewhole weekend fun and full of learning opportunities. We had a tremendousnumber of people at the ranch to observe and support.
Again this year, our event was catered by Rustico Ristorante and Pizzarea ofMurrieta. The food was wonderful as usual and luckily at the last minute weadded additional lunches because we had standing room only for lunch.
We had three special awards to distribute at the end of the show: Most Im-proved Rider went to Patti Sue Billings, Best Sportsmanship went to EmilySnyder, and High Point Rider for the day was Julia Mann. The juniors sweptthe awards this year, as well they should have! They participated in manyclasses and rode very well. Several Paso Fino horses joined us again this yearand they took their fair share of awards, including first place in the trail class.Every first place rider received a bucket full of horse related gifts. We also hada stakes class, won by Carolyn Truskowski.
Putting on a show is a tremendous job with lots of things to consider. Lou andI could not have put on this weekend without the help of Susan Grossman,Clyde James, Darryl Thompson, Fiona Covelli, Jorge Valenzuela, and ourranch hands. We also want to thank Susan McMahan, Sean McMahan, PattiSue Billings, and Julia Mann for hiding the Easter Eggs for our Easter EggHunt. Our unofficial photographer for this event was Bill Pye who made aneffort to get individual photos of each rider. Thank you, Bill.
It was a fun filled weekendfor anyone wanting to spend itwith theirhorse. Wethank MarcoDapelo forjoining us andsharing hisperspective,experienceand knowl-edge of thePeruvianhorse.
More, from Hacienda Sosegado PlayDay
(Opposite Page, Left) Dyan & Cefiro(Opposite Page, Right, Top to Bottom)Vanessa & ERB Ruisenor, Shelley &RVV Insurecion, Fiona & DJGMiramar, Ken & RSV Sol Fuego
(Left to Right, Top Row)Michele & MLM Emisario;Lisa & DVP Salsera; Robin& RVV Desperado; Maureen& DJG Miramar
(Left to Right, CenterRow) Lillian & MLMOpalina; Patty Sue &MLM Gloriosa; Julia& RDD Huaquero;Daryl & Suave deCielo.(Left to Right, Bot-tom Row) Carolyn &MLM Bandolero,Sandy & RSV MardiGras; Susie & RChConcentido
Submitted by Joy Gould ~~
Hacienda Sosegado PlayDay Show & Clinic Weekend,Our 6th Annual Event
Even though we had to postpone the event to Easter weekend, we had anamazing turn-out. If we had to guess, we’d say there were better than 90 peo-ple here on Saturday. Great weather, good food, a good spirit of competition,and being with our horses. Who could define it better? There were 26 ridersand even more horses than that this year. The juniors were awesome andshowed many of the adults how it is done. We had a whole new group of nov-ices who had their first show experience. Our Judge Marco Dapelo made surethat every rider received feedback on their accomplishments. He made thewhole weekend fun and full of learning opportunities. We had a tremendousnumber of people at the ranch to observe and support.
Again this year, our event was catered by Rustico Ristorante and Pizzarea ofMurrieta. The food was wonderful as usual and luckily at the last minute weadded additional lunches because we had standing room only for lunch.
We had three special awards to distribute at the end of the show: Most Im-proved Rider went to Patti Sue Billings, Best Sportsmanship went to EmilySnyder, and High Point Rider for the day was Julia Mann. The juniors sweptthe awards this year, as well they should have! They participated in manyclasses and rode very well. Several Paso Fino horses joined us again this yearand they took their fair share of awards, including first place in the trail class.Every first place rider received a bucket full of horse related gifts. We also hada stakes class, won by Carolyn Truskowski.
Putting on a show is a tremendous job with lots of things to consider. Lou andI could not have put on this weekend without the help of Susan Grossman,Clyde James, Darryl Thompson, Fiona Covelli, Jorge Valenzuela, and ourranch hands. We also want to thank Susan McMahan, Sean McMahan, PattiSue Billings, and Julia Mann for hiding the Easter Eggs for our Easter EggHunt. Our unofficial photographer for this event was Bill Pye who made aneffort to get individual photos of each rider. Thank you, Bill.
It was a fun filled weekendfor anyone wanting to spend itwith theirhorse. Wethank MarcoDapelo forjoining us andsharing hisperspective,experienceand knowl-edge of thePeruvianhorse.
More, from Hacienda Sosegado PlayDay
(Opposite Page, Left) Dyan & Cefiro(Opposite Page, Right, Top to Bottom)Vanessa & ERB Ruisenor, Shelley &RVV Insurecion, Fiona & DJGMiramar, Ken & RSV Sol Fuego
(Left to Right, Top Row)Michele & MLM Emisario;Lisa & DVP Salsera; Robin& RVV Desperado; Maureen& DJG Miramar
(Left to Right, CenterRow) Lillian & MLMOpalina; Patty Sue &MLM Gloriosa; Julia& RDD Huaquero;Daryl & Suave deCielo.(Left to Right, Bot-tom Row) Carolyn &MLM Bandolero,Sandy & RSV MardiGras; Susie & RChConcentido
PromotionOutside the Box
A new column for the LosAmigos newsletter, this is theplace to show others how thePeruvian Paso horse is beingadvertised in new and innova-tive ways. If you are advertis-ing the breed in these kinds ofvenues, please send me a sam-ple, or a file. In this economy,it can only serve our “family”to share any ideas. And, tothose who have already beencultivating these ideas,“thanks” !!~~ Debbie Pye
Salinas Training Center isvery pleased to announcethat for the 2012 breedingseason there are 2 newexciting stallions standingat stud. Joining JCGGringo standing at studare WF Gladiador (WFEmbajador x WF Em-blema) whose video canbe viewed on YouTubeand EG Emperador (EGMontero x MCD Empera-triz de Roma). SalinasTraining Center is proudto have these three Cham-pions to offer for the 2012season.
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PromotionOutside the Box
A new column for the LosAmigos newsletter, this is theplace to show others how thePeruvian Paso horse is beingadvertised in new and innova-tive ways. If you are advertis-ing the breed in these kinds ofvenues, please send me a sam-ple, or a file. In this economy,it can only serve our “family”to share any ideas. And, tothose who have already beencultivating these ideas,“thanks” !!~~ Debbie Pye
Salinas Training Center isvery pleased to announcethat for the 2012 breedingseason there are 2 newexciting stallions standingat stud. Joining JCGGringo standing at studare WF Gladiador (WFEmbajador x WF Em-blema) whose video canbe viewed on YouTubeand EG Emperador (EGMontero x MCD Empera-triz de Roma). SalinasTraining Center is proudto have these three Cham-pions to offer for the 2012season.
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National Trail Champion Extends NM Clinic ScheduleMark Bolender Adds a Second Three-Day Session for Horses andRiders to Conquer Challenges
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 5, 2012Contact: Barbara [email protected]
ALCALDE, NM – Three-time National Mountain Trail Grand Champion Mark Bo-lender is extending his initial New Mexico clinic schedule. Due to demand, the coun-try’s leading expert on Extreme and Mountain Trail riding added a second three-dayextreme trail clinic immediately following his original clinic dates of May 18-20 at LaEstancia Alegre, an Alcalde ranch that breeds champion Peruvian horses. The secondsession will run May 21-23, also at La Estancia Alegre.
“I’m excited,” Bolender said. “I’m really looking forward to spending more time on thatfantastic trail course we’ve put in on the ranch and connecting with more horses andriders.”
Bolender, who has designed trail courses all over the world in addition to BolenderHorse Park in Silver Creek, Wash., recently visited La Estancia Alegre to check theprogress of the new trail course in the works. Water crossings, switchbacks, deadfall, boulders and multiple bridgeswill challenge clinic participants to trust their mounts and themselves.
“We’re thrilled that so many people want to come learn from Mark,” said BarbaraWindom, owner of La Estancia Alegre and clinic organizer. “I know everyone willreally enjoy Mark’s insights, his sense of humor and his skill as a horseman.”
Bolender will also perform a bridleless extreme trail demo on his champion geldingCheckers at 5 p.m. on Thursday, May 18 at La Estancia Alegre. The public is wel-comed to come out and enjoy the preview of the clinic, wine and cheese.
Over the course of the three-day clinic, Bolender willteach 10 riders and numerous auditors how to first estab-lish leadership with their horses, then encourage thosehorses to think their way through the challenges of thecourse rather than reacting with instinct.
“Most horses operate on instinct,” Bolender said. “Instinct will determine whether you as a handler orrider are worthy of a leadership role. Then they’ll use their intelligence to figure out what you want.”
The subtle difference between instinct and intelligence directly affects a rider’s success over obstacles,Bolender said.
“If you come up to a scary object, instead of trying to cross the scary object, the horse will come into you(for direction)” he said.
Every year La Estancia Alegre, a premier breeding facility for smooth-gaitedPeruvian horses, offers a clinic that typically draws riders and horses from thatbreed. Riders from across the country have signed up for a chance to test theirskills on the new course.
“(Clinic participants) are going to have fun,” Bolender said. “They will learnboldness and confidence, but we want them to realize they’ll have fun.”
Rider spaces are currently filled, but you can register to audit and ask for aspot on the waiting list. There’s no limit on auditors. A single day audit is $50;all three days costs $125, breakfast and lunch included. For more information,sign up online or call Windom at 505-852-0444. To view photos of the trailcourse, visit La Estancia Alegre’s Facebook page.
National Trail Champion Extends NM Clinic ScheduleMark Bolender Adds a Second Three-Day Session for Horses andRiders to Conquer Challenges
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 5, 2012Contact: Barbara [email protected]
ALCALDE, NM – Three-time National Mountain Trail Grand Champion Mark Bo-lender is extending his initial New Mexico clinic schedule. Due to demand, the coun-try’s leading expert on Extreme and Mountain Trail riding added a second three-dayextreme trail clinic immediately following his original clinic dates of May 18-20 at LaEstancia Alegre, an Alcalde ranch that breeds champion Peruvian horses. The secondsession will run May 21-23, also at La Estancia Alegre.
“I’m excited,” Bolender said. “I’m really looking forward to spending more time on thatfantastic trail course we’ve put in on the ranch and connecting with more horses andriders.”
Bolender, who has designed trail courses all over the world in addition to BolenderHorse Park in Silver Creek, Wash., recently visited La Estancia Alegre to check theprogress of the new trail course in the works. Water crossings, switchbacks, deadfall, boulders and multiple bridgeswill challenge clinic participants to trust their mounts and themselves.
“We’re thrilled that so many people want to come learn from Mark,” said BarbaraWindom, owner of La Estancia Alegre and clinic organizer. “I know everyone willreally enjoy Mark’s insights, his sense of humor and his skill as a horseman.”
Bolender will also perform a bridleless extreme trail demo on his champion geldingCheckers at 5 p.m. on Thursday, May 18 at La Estancia Alegre. The public is wel-comed to come out and enjoy the preview of the clinic, wine and cheese.
Over the course of the three-day clinic, Bolender willteach 10 riders and numerous auditors how to first estab-lish leadership with their horses, then encourage thosehorses to think their way through the challenges of thecourse rather than reacting with instinct.
“Most horses operate on instinct,” Bolender said. “Instinct will determine whether you as a handler orrider are worthy of a leadership role. Then they’ll use their intelligence to figure out what you want.”
The subtle difference between instinct and intelligence directly affects a rider’s success over obstacles,Bolender said.
“If you come up to a scary object, instead of trying to cross the scary object, the horse will come into you(for direction)” he said.
Every year La Estancia Alegre, a premier breeding facility for smooth-gaitedPeruvian horses, offers a clinic that typically draws riders and horses from thatbreed. Riders from across the country have signed up for a chance to test theirskills on the new course.
“(Clinic participants) are going to have fun,” Bolender said. “They will learnboldness and confidence, but we want them to realize they’ll have fun.”
Rider spaces are currently filled, but you can register to audit and ask for aspot on the waiting list. There’s no limit on auditors. A single day audit is $50;all three days costs $125, breakfast and lunch included. For more information,sign up online or call Windom at 505-852-0444. To view photos of the trailcourse, visit La Estancia Alegre’s Facebook page.
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