Two of our regular students from this summer visited yesterday. They rode Gem and Precious... not only did they ride, they trotted... and rode bareback - at their request... WOW! The smiles on these two students faces warmed Kate's and my hearts and truly reinforced our belief on how wonderful this program is that we do and the wonders horses do for our souls....
These are the same students who were timid and afraid of haltering or grooming a horse without someone standing right by their sides this spring....
We are so proud of them.... and we were very pleasantly pleased and surprised when they did so much after a while of not being at the program....
Way to go, T and P! We are so glad to see you and very proud of the work you did yesterday!
Great Job!
Kate & Lynn
Sunday, November 29, 2009
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Open House and Horse Celebration, Ongoing Lessons, Camp Opportunitites
OPEN HOUSE AND HORSE CELEBRATION
Saturday December 5, 2009
~ at Kate’s Place ~ 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Celebrating the gift of love of horses who have served and departed; Ellie, Snooks, Buddy & Cash
Expressing gratitude for the gifts of horse
Photo displays / refreshments / sharing stories
THERAPEUTIC HORSE TOUCH
Developing respectful relationships through natural horsemanship with horses as our partners on the journey of life.
Ground work with horses on;
~safe behavior and boundaries around animals and people
~animal behavior and communication
~awareness of personal feelings and reactions in communication
~touch and awareness for personal well being – peaceful presence
$50.00 per session.*
Book 5 sessions (January, February, March) and keep the original dates and the fifth session will be ½ price.
*Opportunities are available for small groups. Call for pricing.
HORSE AND WOODS PROGRAM
Boys and Girls, ages 10-13; Teens 14-18
December 28, 2009-January 1, 2010
9 am – 4 pm
Weekly rate $350.00 ~ Daily rate $80
Multiple children family discount.
Natural Horsemanship, Snow-shoeing, Pioneer Living, Tracking, Photography, Animal Habitats, Therapeutic Horse Touch, Hiking.
Bring own lunch, Fruit & healthy snacks provided.
Additional hours available @$10 per hour.
Limited space available, so call to make your reservations early.
Saturday December 5, 2009
~ at Kate’s Place ~ 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Celebrating the gift of love of horses who have served and departed; Ellie, Snooks, Buddy & Cash
Expressing gratitude for the gifts of horse
Photo displays / refreshments / sharing stories
THERAPEUTIC HORSE TOUCH
Developing respectful relationships through natural horsemanship with horses as our partners on the journey of life.
Ground work with horses on;
~safe behavior and boundaries around animals and people
~animal behavior and communication
~awareness of personal feelings and reactions in communication
~touch and awareness for personal well being – peaceful presence
$50.00 per session.*
Book 5 sessions (January, February, March) and keep the original dates and the fifth session will be ½ price.
*Opportunities are available for small groups. Call for pricing.
HORSE AND WOODS PROGRAM
Boys and Girls, ages 10-13; Teens 14-18
December 28, 2009-January 1, 2010
9 am – 4 pm
Weekly rate $350.00 ~ Daily rate $80
Multiple children family discount.
Natural Horsemanship, Snow-shoeing, Pioneer Living, Tracking, Photography, Animal Habitats, Therapeutic Horse Touch, Hiking.
Bring own lunch, Fruit & healthy snacks provided.
Additional hours available @$10 per hour.
Limited space available, so call to make your reservations early.
Monday, November 9, 2009
Sad News, Sad Day
It is with a heavy heart that I have to tell everyone that yesterday, November 8, 2009, Ellie lost her valiant fight with whatever was ravaging her body. She gently passed with Kate, Lynn and her vet, Susan, by her side. While her body may be still, her spirit and memory will forever live on in the minds and hearts of those who knew and loved her. She is now running through the heavens.
Further tests are being conducted to verify what caused this.
A celebration of her life will be held at a later date. I will let everyone know when we have scheduled it.
Monday, November 2, 2009
Ellie Fund and Health Update
It has been a long and difficult medical journey for Ellie. A number of test results have yielded no clues as to the continued neurological symptoms she exhibits. We are currently administering large doses of wormer medications after learning of a horse that contracted parasites from white tailed deer that caused brain damage. It is a long shot but we are trying to do everything within practical reason to save this horse that has been such a blessing to so many people. The staff at Riverbend Veterinary Clinic of Lebanon, NH. have continued to show compassionate and attentive care. Thanks to everyone who has been encouraging and supportive.EMERGENCY MEDICAL FUND - Horse Partners llc is incurring large financial debt in this effort to save this mare. Several of the horses also needed emergency medical help to recover from "choke", a condition with the esophagus clogged that needs to be flushed out so the horse can eat again. There are many opportunities to help - with Ellie's care, with donations, with fund raising efforts. Donations can be made to Horse Partners llc and will be used to pay the medical expenses.
THANKS TO the gifts given by Nancy T. , Kathleen W., and Klassen family for their thoughtful generosity. We appreciate your "partnering" with these special animals.
Monday, October 12, 2009
Ellie in recovery update
Hi folks,
Some of you are aware that our special partner "Ellie" was mysteriously injured in August. The deep laceration on her elbow healed up in a month. She had been recovering through the scary stages of possible serious infection in the fetlock joint capsule, but a month ago began showing symptoms of neurological damage. The injured fetlock has been x-rayed. She was evaluated by a veterinarian , Dr. Kim Henneman from Utah, with chiropractic training a week ago and showed indication of possible whiplash injury in the neck. During the last week she has exhibited very serious symptoms of neurological damage and being treated by Dr Susan Johnson and Dr. Barb LeClair from Riverbend Veterinary Clinic. The test for Lyme Disease came back negative. We are still waiting for the result for EPM. The vets have been treating her aggressively and with great compassion. Today she showed good signs of standing more stable, moving better, and being mentally alert. She is still at risk of a relapse, but we are encouraged by the return of the expression of the Ellie " spunk". This morning she did not want me to catch her to administer her medication. Throughout the whole ordeal she has continued eating which has helped her maintain her strength. Thank you to all who have been aware of this situation and been helpful and encouraging. I especially want to thank the veterinarians who have been so caring and attentive to Ellie. More later......
Some of you are aware that our special partner "Ellie" was mysteriously injured in August. The deep laceration on her elbow healed up in a month. She had been recovering through the scary stages of possible serious infection in the fetlock joint capsule, but a month ago began showing symptoms of neurological damage. The injured fetlock has been x-rayed. She was evaluated by a veterinarian , Dr. Kim Henneman from Utah, with chiropractic training a week ago and showed indication of possible whiplash injury in the neck. During the last week she has exhibited very serious symptoms of neurological damage and being treated by Dr Susan Johnson and Dr. Barb LeClair from Riverbend Veterinary Clinic. The test for Lyme Disease came back negative. We are still waiting for the result for EPM. The vets have been treating her aggressively and with great compassion. Today she showed good signs of standing more stable, moving better, and being mentally alert. She is still at risk of a relapse, but we are encouraged by the return of the expression of the Ellie " spunk". This morning she did not want me to catch her to administer her medication. Throughout the whole ordeal she has continued eating which has helped her maintain her strength. Thank you to all who have been aware of this situation and been helpful and encouraging. I especially want to thank the veterinarians who have been so caring and attentive to Ellie. More later......
Monday, September 28, 2009
'"WILD WOMEN'S RETREAT"
WILD WOMEN’S RETREAT
October 9,10, and 11, 2009
You don’t have to be “wild” to attend,
but it may be “wild” in today’s culture
to give yourself time to rest, ride, and recreate.
So join us for an informal time of fun, fellowship, and laughter.
Agenda is flexible, but here are some possibilities:
Friday:
5:00 Arrival, settle in, choose sleeping location (woods cabin, tipi, bunkhouse bed)
6:00 Gathering
6:30 Supper - pot luck , bring salad, casserole, or dessert. Meat provided to be grilled.
7:00 Campfire and stories - Reminisce about your horse experiences – scary, special, funny.
Saturday
7:00 to 9:00 continental breakfast available
9:00 Horse time - instruction, grooming, trail ride
11:00 Choice time - work on an art, craft, photography, read, rest, hike
12:00 Lunch - make grinders
1:00 Quiet time - rest, read, write in journals
2:00 Choices:
Ride some more!
Hike to Cascade Falls on Weathersfield Trail
Nature journaling
Erect tipi
5:00 Supper preparations
Sunday - As we choose!!!!
Cost $195 includes riding instruction, riding time, board, and 5 meals in addition to the potluck.
RSVP to Kate Adams by October 7, 2009 with $50 registration fee.
October 9,10, and 11, 2009
You don’t have to be “wild” to attend,
but it may be “wild” in today’s culture
to give yourself time to rest, ride, and recreate.
So join us for an informal time of fun, fellowship, and laughter.
Agenda is flexible, but here are some possibilities:
Friday:
5:00 Arrival, settle in, choose sleeping location (woods cabin, tipi, bunkhouse bed)
6:00 Gathering
6:30 Supper - pot luck , bring salad, casserole, or dessert. Meat provided to be grilled.
7:00 Campfire and stories - Reminisce about your horse experiences – scary, special, funny.
Saturday
7:00 to 9:00 continental breakfast available
9:00 Horse time - instruction, grooming, trail ride
11:00 Choice time - work on an art, craft, photography, read, rest, hike
12:00 Lunch - make grinders
1:00 Quiet time - rest, read, write in journals
2:00 Choices:
Ride some more!
Hike to Cascade Falls on Weathersfield Trail
Nature journaling
Erect tipi
5:00 Supper preparations
Sunday - As we choose!!!!
Cost $195 includes riding instruction, riding time, board, and 5 meals in addition to the potluck.
RSVP to Kate Adams by October 7, 2009 with $50 registration fee.
YOUTH HORSES AND WOODS DAY CAMP
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Youth Horse and Woods Camp
October 22,23 Thurs.,Fri 9:00 to 4:00
Ages 9 to 12 years with teen assistants
Natural Horsemanship instruction, care for a horse, ride, play
Woods activities - hike, build shelter, explore animal habitats, art
Bring lunch, drinks, and snacks
Fee $80 per day, multiple children discount
Childcare for additional hours $10/hour
Limited to 6 campers
Instructor Kate Adams Certified Horsemanship Association certified
Western and English levels I,II Master's Education
For more information contact Kate Adams 802-263-5165 horsepartners1@yahoo.com
October 22,23 Thurs.,Fri 9:00 to 4:00
Ages 9 to 12 years with teen assistants
Natural Horsemanship instruction, care for a horse, ride, play
Woods activities - hike, build shelter, explore animal habitats, art
Bring lunch, drinks, and snacks
Fee $80 per day, multiple children discount
Childcare for additional hours $10/hour
Limited to 6 campers
Instructor Kate Adams Certified Horsemanship Association certified
Western and English levels I,II Master's Education
For more information contact Kate Adams 802-263-5165 horsepartners1@yahoo.com
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