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"Helping Hooves Program"
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.
By appointment!
Classes & Retreats
are offered on request!
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HEARTS FINDING WINGS TO FLY!
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INTRODUCING FAMILY HORSE VACATIONS
WITH INSTRUCTION
at CALAMUS OUTFITTERS RANCH
near Burwell, NE
Call for available dates. Two Days and Nights minimum.
Bring the whole family with your horses, or lease horses from us.
Maybe the kids will bring their horses and Mom and Dad will sit back and relax on the beautiful ranch, or enjoy fishing, boating, canoing, or tanking in the Calamus Reservoir and River.
Also perfect for corporate or organizational retreats! See "Sandhills Horse Sense" to discover more.
Miles of beautiful open trail riding on the ranch.
Natural horsemanship instruction from a qualified teacher (Sherry Jarvis).
Team & Relationship building, Stress or Conflict management and Family or Marraige counseling availabe with
"Sandhills Horse Sense"
Sherry is working in conjunction with counselor Melissa Dearmont from Midwest Country Clinic.
They are both EAGALA certified.
Meals can be provided or you may use the kitchens available in each lodge or cabin to prepare your own.
This will be life changing!
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FAMILY HORSE VACATIONS
AT CALAMUS OUTFITTERS
Near Burwell, NE
CALL FOR AVAILABLE DATES
Dear Horse lovers,
I want to share with you the concept of the family horse vacations with instruction and how it came about. I started the horsemanship camps for kids, and because some people couldn't seem to fit their schedule with the available dates for the camp, the family horse vacations were developed.
Lee, a 7th grader in Lincoln had attended one of my clinics a year ago. When she found out about the horsemanship camp for kids she was determined to come. However, her parent's busy schedule didn't allow her to attend a camp. She didn't give up, she asked if she could come study with me one on one. I said sure. Then the whole family came including grandpa and a couple of other relatives. Everyone enjoyed the peaceful time spent on the ranch while Lee and I played with our horses.
We went on a wonderful trail ride, and spent as many hours as possible developing our relationship with Molly, Lee's horse. One morning we went out to ride Molly and she was sleeping, so Lee and I just sat down on the ground next to her and visited while watching Molly sleep. It was 30 minutes of my life that I will cherish forever. The day that Lee and Molly left I had tears in my eyes as they drove down the driveway. I enjoyed our time together in a very special way, they both touched my life forever.
Here is a testimony from a man who's wife brought him to the ranch for their anniversary vacation with instruction.
They used my horses and played with Dolly, Cisco, DJ, Sunshine, Q'y, Ginger, and Dozer. It was fun to see other people playing with my horses and the varied responses.
As of last weekend. I could have been known as the "45 year old saddle virgin". As a young man I had what I thought was a bad experience during a trail ride. What I hear now as barn sour, caused the critter to decide she did not want a passenger and wanted to go home. After that if I sat in a saddle, it had handlebars attached.
As fate had it. 12 years and 3 days ago I married the luv of my life, a horse lover! We worked hard and fell into an acreage that guess what, we could have a horse (and 2 ponies later). I watched and stayed out of the way while my Wife put her all into learning the needed knowledge and training needed to be a good / respected horseman. Then she ran into Natural Horse Human philosophy. Seemed really different and somewhat intriguing to even an handlebar man.
Long story short. When she arranged for our 12th anniversary to be some natural training and trail riding my heart pounded, for more than one reason. But as it worked out, the preflight (ground training- I'm in the aviation field) caused time to stand still. Your skill as a respected horseman and teacher is evident by the results my wife and I produced.
I met some new friends in Dolly, Sunshine, and Q-ball. Became very proud of my Wife and Myself for navigating the trail rides. And I'm starting a new relationship with Major, my Wife's Arabian. Thank you and your Husband for your hospitality. And your commitment to the horse world and connecting it to your human world relationships. Your one of kind and are bound to succeed at whatever you decide to do.........
We would like to offer these horse vacations to families who love horses whether you own a horse or not. If you own a horses you may bring them, if you don't, you may lease one of ours. You will learn so much about yourself it may surprise you. You will grow and develop confidence and leadership that will transfer to other areas of your life. The Calamus Outfitters Ranch seems perfect for these vacations because there are other things for the non-horsey people in the family to enjoy, while we play with horses. You will have all of our needs met by the staff of the Ranch so that you can focus on your horse relationship.
As I visit with horse lovers I have realized that there is a wealth of knowledge available at our fingertips about horse training. This camp is not only about developing a relationship with your horse, but about building your confidence as a leader and partner for your horse. We will be there to support and encourage you to overcome fears, and face challenges you may have with your horses.
You will grow closer to your horse and develop a new self-awareness of who you are as a horse person during the time we spend together.
Sincerely,
Sherry Jarvis
e-mail sej@carrollsweb.com
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SCHEDULE FOR CAMP:
(Schedule is flexible according to needs of students and horses)
Day one
1. Arrival at the Ranch
2. Registration – (Settle in Lodge and Stalls)
3. Orientation/Instruction
4. Meeting the horses if you are leasing
5. Round pen and ground activities
6. Riding
7. Reflections/Question/Answers
Daily Schedule
7:00-8:00 Free
8:00-9:00 Breakfast
9:00-12:00 Instruction (Ground activities)
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:00-3:00 Instruction (Riding)
3:00-4:00 Free
4:00-6:00 Trail Riding/Canoing/Tanking/swimming, etc.
6:00-7:00 Free
7:00-8:00 Dinner
8:00-9:00 Daily reflections
9:00-? Free
Last day, check out of rooms is 12:00.
Horse activities can go until 5:00.
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WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO KNOW AND BRING!
1. An open mind & learning attitude.
2. Listening ears, observing eyes, open heart.
3. Plenty of energy.
4. Plastic Water bottle.
5. Your horse, or lease a horse for $25/day. (No stallions, please!)
6. Rope tied halters with 12-foot lead, preferable a 22 foot also, if you have one.
7. Natural Hackamore, if you have one.
8. Bareback pad, if you have one.
9. One or two Horseman Sticks with strings (4 feet long, no whips please)
10. Saddle & Pad of your choice that fits you and your horse.
11. Feed for you horse (grain in airtight containers, no paper bags, please)
12. Hay should of course be a small bale for ease of feeding.
13. A water bucket for your horse & bungees to tie it with.
14. Any supplements you currently feed your horse.
15. Your own grooming equipment and supplies.
16. The stalls and pens are sandy.
17. Journal or Diary pens or pencils.
18. Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and chap stick for your protection.
19. Insect Repellant just in case.
20. Rain gear, just in case.
21. Both warm and cool clothing, you never know about the weather. Swim suits.
22. You favorite snacks, meals are provided and there is a small store on the ranch.
23. Personal toiletries, towels are provided.
24. Comfortable boots for riding and maybe shoes also.
25. Horses must be current on all vaccinations and healthy.
26. Have you horses feet trimmed in advance. (Shoes are not necessary)
27. Registration must include insurance policy #’s and emergency contact info.
28. Must notify us of any medical conditions in writing. (Form will be provided)
29. Liability waivers must be signed.
30. Cameras, favorite music CD, or musical instrument if you play (optional)
31. One 120 min. 8mm casset video tape for your video session, and one CD for digital pictures
32. Flashlight.
33. No dogs allowed.
34. Please notify us if you have any special food needs or allergies.
35. Laptops and cell phones are allowed in lodge. Please leave cell phones in lodge.
36. No smoking in lodge, must go outdoors.
37. There are vets nearby we can call in case of an emergency.
38. Arriveal time optional. Check out of rooms on last day by 12:00 pm.
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ABOUT CALAMUS OUTFITTERS RANCH
near Burwell, NE
The Switzer Ranch, home of Calamus Outfitters, is a fourth generation cattle operation located in the north central Nebraska Sand hills. Blessed with abundant native grasses and ample underground and surface water, the Switzer Ranch is truly located in “God’s Cow Country.”
Adam & Teresa and Bruce & Sue will show you a real working ranch, combined with Sand hills hospitality, a comfortable lodge and hearty, home cooked meals.
HC 79 Box 40
Burwell, NE 68823
www.calamusoutfitters.com
Phone: (308) 346-4697
e-mail at hbswitzer@nctc.net
· Each lodge sleeps up to 20 people comfortably, $350/night, kitchen included, A/C, Cable TV
· 5 private bedrooms each with individual full baths
· Large great room, suitable for meetings, receptions, reunions
· Covered Deck
· Evening bon fires and Star gazing
· Pens or Stalls for your horse $12/night (feed not included)
· Parking for your horse trailer
· Beautiful view of Calamus Lake and Valley
· Whole lodge is handicapped accessible
· Small store is also available for snacks etc.
· Sand hills hospitality with hot meals each day
· No pets please. Dogs are not allowed
· No Smoking in the Lodge, Smoking is permitted on the deck.
Cabins are also available: $75/night for two people
Sleeps up to six
Kitchen
Bathroom
AC
Outside Grill
Picnic table
CATTLE DRIVES are available in the Spring and Fall! $75 a day includes meals, room is extra.
Room prices do not include meals,
however meals are available, and can be included in a package deal upon request
CALL FOR DETAILS! 308-346-4697
Direction to Calamus Outfitters Ranch
16 miles Northwest of Burwell, NE, on Highway 96
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12 miles North of Taylor on Highway 183 then 4 miles East on Highway 96
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WHAT YOU WILL LEARN AND EXPERIENCE!
1. Learning misconceptions. (How to enjoy learning and application)
2. Confident leadership. (What it looks and feels like)
3. What it means to be agenda less. (How to be in the moment)
4. Round pen – mirroring & bonding (How to cultivate join-up)
5. Round pen dancing to music. (How to let interactions develop naturally)
6. Saddle fit (How to make your horse and you more comfortable)
7. Mounting & dismounting (How to be safe)
8. Passenger riding (How to release control)
9. Balanced riding (How to ride in harmony and find your balance point)
10. Lateral flexion (How to get soft bend and suppleness)
11. Pre-flight checks (How to know when you have permission to ride)
12. Go button (How to move forward with ease)
13. Importance of the belly button. (How to use your center effectively)
14. Mental, emotional & physical fitness (How to bring up life and take it back down)
15. Prey/Predator Relationship (How to develop it without resistance)
16. Reading Horses (How to understand behaviors and work with them)
17. Ground Games (How to gain your horses trust & respect)
18. Breathing (How to use it to make transitions)
19. Stopping & Backing (How to get it from the mind to the feet)
20. Side-pass (How to build steps toward lateral success)
21. Leads (How to get them simply with body posture)
22. This-no-That (How to gently get straightness in your horse)
23. Impulsion patterns (How to get your go equal to your whoa)
24. Stick Riding (How to ride your horse without reins)
25. Simulations (Feel what a horse feels)
26. Fears (How to recognize & listen to the wisdom)
27. Confidence (How to develop a frame of mind with authenticity for success)
28. Communication (How to speak a new language with honesty)
29. Ground Games with Obstacles (How to put purpose and creativity into your play)
30. Trail Ride Preparation (Building confidence for you & horse by walking a trail)
31. Trail Ride Preparation (Building confidence for you & horse with simulation trail)
32. Trail Ride Games (How to keep your horse interested with purpose on the trail)
33. Assets for Horsemanship (Discover what assets you posses)
34. Hindrances to Good Horsemanship (Discover which ones you will throw away)
35. Habits (How to break them up with imagination, & create desirable ones)
36. Nuggets of Knowledge (Discover your own blinding flashes of the obvious)
37. Time Alone with horse (Precious time to really get to know your horse & enjoy)
38. Challenge Patterns (A little test on the last day to challenge your savvy)
39. Crossroads (Realizing how you came and how you are leaving)
40. Dreams & Goals (Finding a renewed purpose to live your dream)
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WHY A HORSE VACATION WITH INSTRUCTION?
Dear Horse lovers,
Say Goodbye to stale hotel rooms and common approaches to horsemanship clinics. Join us at the gorgeous Calamus Outfitters Ranch in the beautiful Sand hills of NE to experience a developmental vacation where nature is your classroom, horses are your teachers, and you discover more than you might expect about yourself. The ranch has spectacular sunsets, a peaceful environment, featuring a cozy lodge or private cabins and home cooked meals. Awaken each day to the sounds of country life and finish each day under a blanket of stars or with a campfire sing along.
This will be a vacation that equips and encourages you to move beyond perceived limitations. You will be given positive support and strategies toward becoming a more confident leader for your horse. For those who are profoundly curious and committed to personal growth this retreat may take you beyond where you’ve been before. We hope that you go away knowing and experiencing the power of discovering how changing on the inside will dramatically impact your horsemanship skills and goals.
We will not only focus on riding, but on reading a horse. During the time you spend with us horses will provide us constant and instant feedback about our progress. Because horses see through the slightest of change of emotions and intention they will help us re-examine habits and patterns that may be holding our progress back. As animals that are preyed upon in nature, they have a highly developed ability to sense changes in the stance, intent, and emotions of predators. Horses see through the times when we say one thing but are really thinking and feeling another. They do this by reflecting back what they see in the handler’s behavior. So they are acting as a very responsive biofeedback agent offering us constant feedback for our actions. Through interaction with a horse you will become more aware of your own desires, attitudes, strengths, and weaknesses and how they affect your relationship. You may discover some feelings that you never had before in looking at a horse with a new set of glasses!
A tremendous boost in confidence comes from learning how to connect and then direct a thousand pound animal through mental focus, creative visualization, and clarity of intent. These skills, which can be difficult to teach in a traditional training session, are fun to learn and have many applications in how we relate to people everyday.
We hope this will be a life changing experience and that during the vacation you will feel re-energized, have a new sense of purpose, and acquire skills and insights necessary to shift behaviors so that you can be more effective toward whatever it is you want to achieve. Growth comes from being able to face your fears, communicate your true feelings and access your strengths in a supportive environment that encourages your natural talents to emerge. Through interaction with horses you will deepen your
awareness of personal issues, body tension, and attitudes that may be inhibiting your dreams from becoming reality. Come, let your heart find wings so that your dreams can fly.
Sincerely,
Sherry Jarvis
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