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"Sandhills Horse Sense"
is devoted to promoting
relationships and
choices that lead to
a positive future.
Sherry is now an
EAGALA Certified
Horse Professional
working in conjunction
with Melissa Dearmont &
Mid-West Country Clinic
L.E.A.D.
"Leadership through
Equine Assited
Development"
will help you with
building relationships,
problem solving,
attitudes & behaviors,
conflict & stress,
responsibilities,
positive choices,
and much more.
Individual sessions by appointment!
Classes & Retreats adapted to families or groups are
also offered .
Call 1-866-757-3853
1-402-684-2908
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Sherry is a member of
*NE Horse Council
*USEF (US Equestrian
Federation)
*EAGALA (Equine Assisted
Growth & Learning Assoc.
*Parelli Savvy Club
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JOIN the FREE
Heart in Your Hand
YAHOO CHAT GROUP to learn & communicate
with natural folks.
Please e-mail the moderator at freeman@diodecom.net
To Read Sherry's Blog Page go to Sherry's Blog
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GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE!
Purchase by clicking on PayPal link below.
Make a horse lovers dreams come true!
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For this months newsletter scroll down the page.
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Sherry & Cisco
Having a great time!
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You can now register and pay for our services on-line!
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Trail Ride Preparation Mini clinic with FREE TRAIL RIDE
available at Sherry's House most every Tuesday all summer long. Also upon special request any open weekend.
Only accepting 4-6 riders.
Call 308-730-2150 for more details.
Next ones are Aug. 6, 12, 13, 21, 25, 28
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GIFT CERTIFICATES NOW AVAILABLE ON-LINE
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JULY NEWSLETTER "Confidence with Horses"
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Dear Horse lovers,
Confidence! Some of us have it and some don’t. Some of us once had it but have lost it. Some of us are slowly gaining it back. Most of us understand how powerful and at the same time elusive the feeling can be.
Yes, confidence can be described as a feeling, a state of mind, the lack of fear or self-doubt. It knows that you have the ability, knowledge, and savvy to “get’r done”. Confidence or the lack thereof affects our goals, motivation, relationships, and our self-image.
Success, knowledge and experience breed confidence. However, it may also be situational, depending on the environment and circumstances. It can be very fragile and lost in the blink of an eye. It depends on how a person perceives things at any given moment that determines whether confidence is being built or torn down. The more you know about any given situation and what to do about it the more confident you will be.
Confident riders communicate effectively with their horses. The outcome is a horse that is also confident, willing, and reliable. Most of us desire this kind of confidence. But how do we increase our confidence level and strengthen our self-image?
Confidence is a choice! There are certain choices we can make which will ensure confidence building, and other choices can destroy it. It won’t always be easy and it will take self-discipline, desire, and a willingness to persevere.
Here are some suggestions of choices you can make which will lead to more confidence.
1. Choose preparation and time.
One of the best guarantees for more confidence is prior and proper preparation. This does require self-discipline and the patience to take the time it takes. It is important to practice with progression, purpose, and concentration. Just going through the motions won’t get the desired results either. Skipping key elements in training is a sure way to ruin confidence of both the horse and the rider. Stick with a program it will help ensure success.
2. Choose consistency and realistic expectations.
Don’t expect perfection over night or all the time because this may lead to frustration and discouragement. Instead of perfection strive for consistency and excellence. Keep your expectations realistic and only increase them with your skill level. Remember set you and your horse up for success this will build your confidence quickly.
3. Choose to learn from mistakes.
Mistakes are part of every journey, especially with horses. Choose to view a mistake as a temporary setback. If we hang on to mistakes or make excuses for them, we loose the opportunity to learn from them and therefore make significant changes for the better which will lead to gained confidence.
4. Choose optimism and to manage your emotional fitness.
Be optimistic. Believe you will be successful. Use positive affirmations when you are facing new challenges or dealing with plateaus that seem to go on forever. Don’t forget to look back at your progress. Stop listening to that little voice of doubt that reminds you of all of your mistakes, and tells you all the things that could possibly go wrong in the future. That negative voice will chip away at your self-esteem causing you to question your abilities and will paralyze you from moving forward. Fight back, take action, and start talking back with positive affirmations every time it speaks.
5. Choose instruction, plus share and get feedback.
The idea of Women’s Confident Leadership Camp was born after listening to story after story the past three years of how horse owners lacked confidence. We have discovered if we surround ourselves with uplifting and inspiring people in a positive environment it will boost our confidence level. Spending four full days with your horse and others who may be struggling with confidence will give you invaluable feedback for continued growth and learning. The sharing of suggestions for improved confidence will be delivered in a caring environment with time for reflective evaluation and practice with your horse. Find an instructor or study group who will support and encourage you.
6. Choose a good lesson horse.
Many people don’t have the correct horse at this time to help them build confidence, especially if the person lacks experience. I’m not suggesting that you have to sell your horse and buy a new one. But I am suggesting that you need to find someone who has an honest lesson horse you can learn from. Then when you have more confidence and experience you will be able to be the kind of horseman your horse needs you to be.
Most of us who are very confident with horses can tell you all about the horse who inspired us to reach a higher level of horsemanship. These great horses are exceptional teachers who in addition to boosting our confidence level also provide great enjoyment. And isn’t that why most of us have a horse? Enjoyment!
If you’re not having fun because you lack confidence there are people and horses that can help. Start making some choices today that will lead to more confidence. You’ll be glad you did and so will your horse.
Happy Trails,
Sherry Jarvis
PS: "Horsemen share knowledge. Showmen hide it in a corner and go home." -- AQHA Judge Dale Livingston
Cisco is back home! Many of you know some of my horses especially Cisco who is a great lesson horse. He was recently diagnosed with EPM and an anurysm. After 5 days at the Vet, he is home on medication that he doesn't like. But his prognosis is good. He is acting well again. Hopefully we will be back riding in a month.
Marion Schultz from Litchfield, is the winner of the free lesson from the drawing at the Burwell Rodeo where we had a booth.
Study Group in Lincoln
We have about 12 women interested so far. They will meet once or twice a month at a private arena near Lancaster Event Center. During the winter we will move it to an indoor location. This group is to help, inspire, and motivate each other towards even more excellence. Sherry will come every 4-6 weeks for a mini clinic with a topic to be studied. There will be a package deal for those who commit to attend the mini clinics on a regular basis. If you are interested let Sherry know as soon as possible.
NEW - REGISTER AND PAY YOUR DEPOSITS FOR OUR SERVICES ON-LINE. Go to ON-LINE REGISTRATION and sign up for a camp, clinic or private lesson today and reach your 2007 horsemanship goals.
NEW - GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAIALBLE ON-LINE. Click on the PayPal Button on the left side of this page to purchse one for a friend or loved one.
NEW - SCHOLARSHIPS available for Youth Camps at Calamus Outfitters Ranch.
Go to REQUEST SCHOLARSHIPfor a registration form.
NEW - SPONSOR A YOUTH PROGRAM
If you would like to sponsor a scholarship for a youth to attend a horsemanship camp you can donate to the scholarship fund
at SCHOLARSHIP FUND
SUMMER/FALL NEWS!
WOMEN'S CONFIDENT LEADERSHIP CAMPS
There is still time to sign up for the Labor Day weekend camp! Check out the coupon offer to save $$$
The October Alumni Women's Camp is nearly full, but there is still time to sign up.
Go to the Schedule page for more information. Registration forms are available on the Registration page
The Lesson Schedule at Chance Ridge for Aug. has been changed.
Aug. 14th Introduction to Equine Psychotherapy Workshop
Aug. 15th Either a two day clinic, a mini clinic, or private lessons both days 8:00-5:00. (Whatever there is the most interest in according to sign ups)
I already have private lesson booked from 6:00-8:00
Aug. 16th Same as Aug. 15th.
Aug. 17th Young Horse Handling class 9:00-5:00 (Private lesson already booked from 6:00-8:00)
Aug. 18th Private lessons (morning is already full, still times from 1:00-5:00 available)
Rememer I give lessons monthly at Chance Ridge and I do have package deals (scroll down this page for more information)
INTRODUCTION TO EQUINE ASSISTED PSYCHOTHERAPY Aug. 14 at Chance Ridge, Elkhorn, NE
This is for horse enthusiasts, health care providers, social workers, or anyone interested in experiential learning.
Go to the Sandhills Horse Sense page of this website and click on the pdf file "Intro to Equine Psychotherapy"
MINI CLINICS WITH A THEME
In conjunction with the private lesson weekends, we have a 2 hour mini clinic with a theme, maximum number of participants is 6, so be sure to register in advance by e-mailing or calling Sherry 308-730-2150
The next mini clinics are Aug. 4th, 6th, 13th, 21st, 25th, 28th at Sherry's place near Burwell
The theme will be trail ride preparation. Then in the afternoon there will be a FREE TRAIL RIDE!
You can also reserve your own private mini clinic, just call Sherry 308-730-2150
REGULAR PRIVATE LESSONS from the TRAVELING TRAINER at these HOMEBASE Locations:
Chance Ridge, Elkhorn, NE:
Monthly, look at the schedule
The Tumbling T Arena, Lincoln, NE:
Upon request need about 4 or 5 people for a day.
Susan Hadobas Arena near Grand Island, NE
I will be there twice this month for a trailer loading demonstration and private lesson. Dates are still being worked out, if you are in the area, call or e-mail me for dates.
(Check the schedule page for more dates.)
CALL 308-730-2150 NOW TO RESERVE YOUR PERSONAL TIME!
(First come first serve basis, time slots always fill.)
I will try to remain as flexible as possible with scheduling.
You will need to make arrangements in advance for your time slot and keep your lesson time or trade with someone once you have reserved a certain time.
Please try to sign up as soon as possible, as I am normally full.
Cancellations will be charged.
PRIVATE -$80 (2 hour)
SEMI-PRIVATE
(2-people $130 - $65 ea.)
(3 people $165 -$55 ea.)
Extra hours negotiable.
Horses for lease $25/lesson or bring your own horse.
NEW PACKAGE DEALS ON PRIVATE LESSONS
Starting in February: Buy four consecutive montly lessons and get the fifth one FREE.
Total cost is $330. Pay 1/2 ($165)upon first lesson. The other half ($165) at the 4th lesson. Fifth lesson is FREE.
**This does not include semi-private lessons, but check with me personally and we will see what we can work out. It also does not include a lease horse, arena or stall fees. Only the instruction is FREE
If there are at least three people in your area wanting private lessons and
you are only a 2 hour drive from me I will come for a day.
If it is a 3-4 hour drive I need at least 6 people.
If you are further than 4 hours we can still talk.
I have stick and will travel!
OTHER LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES THIS SUMMER!
Host an EQUINE PSYCHOLOGY CLASS this summer in the air-conditioning of your own home:
Host a LEARNING DEMONSTRATION for a 4-h group, saddle club, or group of friends:
I will bring my horses or use a problem horse from the group to give you an evening or afternoon of learning by watching. Interactions with questions and answers will be a big part of the learning environment. So for those who are always wanting to audit or are just curious about what we do in natural horsemanship this is a perfect opportunity. I promise you will learn a lot. It costs less per person than a clinic or private lesson.
"SHERRY'S BLOG" now has 23 articles. To learn more go to Sherry's Blog
These articles are not only informative with training tips, but they are also inspirational and can motivate positive personal growth in many areas of your life.
We already have 66 members on our Heart in Your Hand Yahoo Chat Group.
This group is dedicated to natural horsemanship students lead by Sherry & Keith Jarvis whose aim is to help both the horse and rider to become even more successful by presenting a balanced foundation from which you can build a confident, trusting, respectful relationship,without sacrificing the spirit of either the horse or the human. This is a place to share natural horsemanship philosophies and how horses change our lives including those little victories/defeats that don’t mean anything to the "normal" crowd, to have a place to celebrate/vent leadership issues, blinding flashes of the obvious, or brainstorm creative ideas! We will be able to organize natural play days, tournaments, and post information and announcements of natural horsemanship happenings.
This group is by invitation only. You are officially invited by receiving this newsletter. If you would like to join Heart in Your Hand Horsemanship's Yahoo group please e-mail Leigh the moderator at freeman@diodecom.net
2007 Summer/Fall Camp & Clinic Schedule
SIGN UP NOW AND GET YOUR EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT!
Aug 7-9: Youth/Parent Leadership/Horsemanship Camp
Aug. 4, 6, 13, 21, 25, 28 Mini Clinic with FREE Trail Ride at Sherry's place Burwell, NE
Aug. 14 Introduction to Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, Chance Ridge, Elkhorn, NE
Aug. 15-16, 18: Private Lessons and mini clinic Chance Ridge, Elkhorn
Aug. 17:Young Horse Handling Class, Chance Ridge, Elkhorn
Aug. 31- Sept. 3: Women’s Confident Leadership Camp (EBD June 1, 2007)
Sept. 8-9Clinic at JM4 Ranch Arena, Cresent IA
Sept. 14-16 Clinic Crofton, NE Free Demo evening of the 14th
Sept. 22-23 Clinic at Chance Ridge, Elkhorn, NE
Sept. 29-30 Clinic at Cottonwood Creek Stable, Holstein, NE
Oct 5-8: 2nd Annual Alumni/Women’s Confident Leadership Camp
Oct. 13-14 Clinic at Grand Island, NE
Cattle Drive and Trail Ride 2007
Our next cattle drive at Calamus Outfitters will be in the fall. The exact date is still to be announced.
FAMILY VACATION AT CALAMUS OUTFITTERS RANCH
Rent a cabin $75/night for two people $100/night for 4 people. Sleeps six maximum.
Includes a kitchen (microwave & frig), bathroom (shower only, no tub), air-conditioning, picnic table, and grill. Two bunk beds (one double, one single)
Stall is $10 a night. Bring your own hay.
Exciting new pens, arena, and round pens were built this month!
Horses must be current on all vaccinations.
Private Instruction is $25/hour at the ranch.
Lower group rates per hour, or a package deal per day.
Call to arrange your special package deal for a small group.
Lease one of my horses $25 a day.
Miles of trail riding, fishing, boating, canoeing, tanking, swimming, etc.
Lodge is available to lease for larger groups. 10-20 people $350 a night.
There are also camper RV hookups close to the Calamus Lake.
There is a small house in Burwell available to rent for only $65 per day. It has two bedrooms a bath, kitchen and living room. However it is about 15 miles from the ranch, but only 2 miles from me.
Don't forget the fall cattle Drive, Oct. 15-17th only $75 plus room
If you are interested in any of the above ideas please let me know, as the cabins do book up quickly especially during hunting season.
This opportunity is available all year because Calamus Outfitters has now built an indoor arena. There is a rental fee of $15 per person/day for the indoor arena.
BOOK INTERVIEWS
If you have a story about a horse dream that was nearly destroyed or you just want to share your success with the world, let me know. I will be interviewing people this fall for my book.
Thanks for reading and hope to see you on the trail soon!
Happy Trails,
Sherry Jarvis
PS: Look for the monthly training tip soon (Trailer loading Part 3) if you are on my mailing list. If you are not join the mailing list today for more tips and inspiring student success stories.
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Sherry Believe's in a Wholistic Program: Other services available:
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Physcial Health
Skin Care, Diet and Exercise
Sherry has been told over and over that she looks and acts much younger than she is. Those who have taken lessons with her have experienced her energy and passion.
Her secrets are eat well, exercise regularly, get plenty of sleep, don't drink or smoke, use sunscreen, wear a hat and take really good care of your skin with a dermatology tested and proven skin care system.
If you would like to find out more about the special skin care and dietary aide products that Sherry uses to stay looking young and full of energy call her at 308-730-2150 or 308-346-5663.
Sherry knows that a good horsemanship program will affect every area of your life. Staying in shape is part of it. Call Sherry to visit more about how she stays in shape for her horses. Or maybe, how her horses keep her in shape.
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Mental and Emotional Health
Sherry has been through some stressful and challenging times in her life like the rest of you.
She has bounced back through many life changes by keeping a positive outlook on life even though depression tried to take over at times. It seemed that her horses always kept her on track and so it was only natural that she wanted to share their healing powers with others.
Check out
"Sandhills Horse Sense" a program devoted to promoting relationships and
choices that lead to a positive future.
Sherry is now an EAGALA Certified Horse Professional working in conjunction
with Melissa Dearmont & Mid-West Country Clinic.
L.E.A.D. "Leadership through Equine Assited Development" will help you with building relationships, problem solving, attitudes & behaviors, conflict & stress, responsibilities, positive choices, and much more.
Right now sessions are by appointment!
Classes & Retreats are offered upon request!
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