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[RC] May 28 Endurance Clinic - Ridecamp GuestPlease Reply to: Denise Sager fernwood@xxxxxxxxx or ridecamp@xxxxxxxxxxxxx ========================================== Endurance Clinic Saturday, May 28th, I attended the NEH (Nance Endurance Horses) Seminar located in Terrebonne. Billowy clouds helped keep the temperature pleasant and from my seat on the edge of the deck, I enjoyed the herd of mares and foals in the lush pasture and the snow crowned Cascades to the east. Folks attending were experienced competitors, newbies and wanna-bies. Everything was well thought out from the straw-bale seats in the barn to the clean outhouse to the presentations given. Coffee and huge muffins were offered first, then Sue Nance shared what she looks for in an endurance horse and how she conditions it. Two different types of horses were used to demonstrate her points. Dr. Gil Crozes, owner of Hi-Tack, discussed saddle fit and position. I was very impressed with the Gaston Mercier saddle. If you?re looking for a saddle to fit both you and your horse, try a demo with one of theirs. Lunch was a spectacular treat for both the eyes and taste, catered by The Galloping Gourmet, with emphasis on Gourmet! I?d drive all day again just for the food! Huge dinner plate size burgers and smoked bar-be-qued chicken were the main dishes with salads and wonderful cookies to overdose on. Horseshoer Jim Bouris gave a demonstration next, going step by step as he worked on a horse, followed by Dennis Klaus with a presentation on equine nutrition and supplements. I learned a thing or two about minerals I didn?t realize were important and a different view on electrolytes. Dr. Gene Nance discussed what vets look for in evaluating horses for completion and talked about problems he generally encounters. It was a good time to ask questions and pick brains. The seminar concluded with more gourmet appetizers and drinks AND a raffle for a colt! The entire day was FREE. All these folks gave of their time and resources to help promote our sport and educate. I truly enjoyed the day and admire all those involved for putting on this clinic. We need more seminars like these and we need to show support for those willing to tackle such an event. Denise Sager #1961 Williams, Oregon =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Ridecamp is a service of Endurance Net, http://www.endurance.net. Information, Policy, Disclaimer: http://www.endurance.net/Ridecamp Subscribe/Unsubscribe http://www.endurance.net/ridecamp/logon.asp Ride Long and Ride Safe!! =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-
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