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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
will be offered soon!
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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
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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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COMPUTER CRASH!
During the recent snow storms over the holidays a power outage caused our computer to crash;
consequently we lost our newsletter mailing list.
Many people write to tell us how much they look forward to our newsletters, and how they seem to speak to them perfectly according to what is happening in their horsemanship journey.
The bad news is that I lost my address book. So if you do not receive a newsletter by the end of January we were unable to recover your e-mail address.
If you know someone who is wondering why they quit getting my newsletters, please tell them they will need to resign up for the free newsletter.
In order to sign up you will need to go to Join our mailing list"
However, here's the good news; if in the past you filled out a registration form for one of our classes then we should still have your contact information. It will just be a matter of time for us to reenter everything into our new computer, once we get it.
Somehow in the change over my e-mail address got mixed up also. If you sent me an e-mail that got kicked back to you, please check to make sure it is sej@carrollsweb.com, not scj@carrollsweb.com
THANKS FOR YOUR HELP IN THIS MATTER!
I hope to have the January newsletter out to those I have an address for by the end of the month. In the mean time you can keep checking the website for updates.
Thanks for your patience,
Sherry
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JANUARY NEWSLETTER "7 Tips to Help You Reach Your 2007 Horsemanship Goals
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Dear Horse lovers,
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Most of us think about setting new goals with our horses for the upcoming year. Unfortunately, the stats show that many of us won't reach our goals . Of course, you are an individual, not a stat. Whether or not you succeed is entirely up to you.
Here are some tips to help you succeed with your 2007 Horsemanship Goals.
1. Feel free to change your goals. After all, they're yours. You made them and you can change them. It seems like we tend to make goals so difficult that many fail.
The average goal aims high—really high. My husband tells me I do this all the time. Sometimes we set them high because it is what we dream of. On the other hand, a case can be made that many goals are made too difficult on purpose because it makes it so much easier to stop trying.
2. Take a holistic approach, it may help you be more successful. Maybe instead of saying,"I will canter my horse or go on a big trail ride"; we could say;
"I will canter my horse only when we are both ready and we have done the preparation to set this up for success for both of us."
or "I will go on short trail rides in a familiar environment with another experienced rider who has a calm trail horse, then I will progress to longer and bigger trail rides, as our confidence builds."
. Maybe you could throw in "by the end of the year" or even two years if that is what you think it will take. Now you've got an entire year to work towards a goal and you won't feel so much pressure to perform. If you do this your horse will be more willing. Horses can feel our pressure to hurry up and get something done. When they feel this they may resist more. There is nothing worse than waiting until you're late for the show to expect an unconfident horse to load in a trailer. The more you hurry the more they say "I can't get in there with this much pressure."
3. Make a plan. This is a big step, because given the above scenarios, without a plan it's unlikely that you'll change anything in your lifestyle until the following December. Take a minute to look at your schedule for the upcoming year. This can help give you a realistic sense of what you want to attempt and a realistic time frame. You might want to pencil in some kind of schedule where you will spend time working your plan during the year. Planning ahead will stack the odds in your favor. Plan on a Calamus Camp to bring you along
4. Remember the big picture. This one has to do with the fact that most goal are about self-improvement (or helping your horse improve). Some of the main goals we make are related to quiting a bad habit, changing the way we look or feel about something, and becoming more educated. All of these things require our mind and body to change. And while it's possible to do a 100% turnaround in a short amount of time, it's not very likely, especially when horses are involved.
Your chances for success will improve drastically if you use your brain and make a plan that allows for failure, plays to you & your horse''s strengths, and moves towards your overall goal in a way that makes it harder for you to quit than to keep going.
Here are some ideas that focus on the big picture.
Break the year into 12 months. In order to be a good horseman you have to be physcially, mentally, & emotionally fit. How fit are you in all three of these areas? For January & February, you might want to start with an exercise program because you know that the better shape you are in the better you will be able to ride your horse, when the snow stops flying. So your entire first couple of months might not actually address your ultimate goal directly. Instead, it can focus on something that you know will help you down the line.
Involve your family. If you've got a family, find a way to involve them in your quest. If not, you're probably going to have some trouble because they'll be pulling you in the opposite direction. If you share your goals with them, chances are your family will be supportive and do anything you ask.
Involve your good habits and those of your horse too. While this should fall in the "duh files" it's surprising how often people try and ignore their own history when they attempt to achieve new goals. Get realistic and embrace the things you and your horse are good at. Make sure they're a part of your plan. Quit looking at what you still can't do with your horse, and look at how far you've come. You may be amazed, and it will give you incentive to keep moving forward. Celebrate the baby steps towards your goal. Build on your horses strengths instead of worrying so much about his weaknesses and faults.
5. Find strength in numbers. Even the most independent of us need support from time to time. Unless your goal is completely off the radar there is support available. Don't try to go it alone. Find a riding buddy with the same principles of horsemanship that you believe and practice.
Support from a qualified, caring professional can be amazingly helpful and you can find one that can fit any personality type. Even if you're very shy, just reading through what others say in books, on website, or chat groups, can help to motivate and keep you on track.
6. Get educated! Watch DVD's & RFDTV, read books, go to classes, clinics, shows, expos, demonstrations, etc. Get as much good education as you can afford, because without it you may have to stumble around much longer than you want to before reaching your goals. Observe everything you can that has to do with horses, and learn by watching, listening and feeling.
I wouldn't go sky diving without getting educated about it first. I may figure it out and even survive it, if I try to do it on my own. However, my chances of success are much greater and safer with assistance from a teacher who has studied the finer art and finesse of sky diving. I'm sure there's more to it than just jumping out of a plane and pulling a rip cord. Somehow many people are under the false impression that horses are simple, all you have to do is kick them to go and pull them to stop.
7. Get going, be a doer! There is no substitute for practice and experience. You won't reach your goal if you don't get out there and try. Nobody's going to do it for you. All we can do is be there to encourage and support you.
Best wishes on reaching your horse goals in 2007.
One word of caution before I close, try not to ever let your goals override or come before your principles, because if you do more than likely your horse will be the one to pay the price.
Best wishes on the journey in 2007,
Sherry Jarvis
EXCITING WINTER NEWS!
REGULAR PRIVATE LESSONS from the TRAVELING TRAINER at these HOMEBASE Locations:
Chance Ridge, Elkhorn, NE
The Tumbling T Arena, Lincoln, NE
(Check the schedule page for dates.)
As long as the roads are good the dates will remain the same, if not we will reschedule to the back up 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 at least 2 weeks prior.
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 or bring your own horse.
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!
TOURNAMENT GAMES WINTER SERIES
The Tournament Game Days are a BLAST!
We will have them in conjunction with private lesson weekends in Omaha, Lincoln, and Grand Island.
They will usually be on Saturday mornings for 9:00-12:00
We will limit the number to 16 participants so be sure to register in advance by e-mailing Sherry at sej@carrollsweb.com.
Another Two Day Clinic & Tournament Games Saturday evening at Madison County Fairgrounds on January 20-21.
DON'T MISS IT! This is a heated indoor arena!
Other Learning Opportunities this Winter
Host an equine psychology class this winter:
Connie will be hosting one in Grand Island on Jan. 31st from 6:30-8:30.
Cindy will be hosting one in Hickman on Feb. 9th from 6:30-8:30.
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.
NEW Youth Camps at Chance Ridge this summer
May 29-31; June 26-28; July 17-19; Aug 14-16
These camps will be devided into 1/2 day sessions from 9:00-12:00 and 1:00--4:00 according to age and experience.
Ages from 7-17; bring your own horse or lease a horse.
Information will be added to the Youth Camp Page by the end of this month, or you can call me at 308-730-2150
BE SURE TO READ THE NEW UPDATES ON OUR WEBSITE!
We have recently added some new pages and a lot of new pictures to the website.
Check out the article "Horse-man-ship in relationship to the Childbirth Experience" written by Cindy Nelson about her experience at the Women's Confident Leadership Camp at Calamus Outfitters. Go to the spotlight page to read her story.
Plus be sure to read "Michelle's Cattle Drive" story
and "Leigh's Success" story also on the spotlight page.
Don't miss the picture "Diaries of 2006 camps", the new look of the "Schedule page"
and the new "Helping Hooves" page.
Heart In Your Hand Horsemanship T-Shirts and new brochures are now available!
We already have 50 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
Helping Hooves is off and running with many E.A.P. individual sessions.
The sessions have been unbelievable, I think I am getting as blessed and learning as much as the people who are wanting and needing the help with personal growth and development.
Melissa and I having a L.E.A.D. workshop in Bassett, NE for a hospital nursing staff and health care professionals.
CALL US FOR DETAILS 1-866-757-3853.
If you know any organizations, schools, or businesses interested in our training workshops or retreats, please let them know about us. Our brochures are ready for mailing.
WOMEN'S CONFIDENT LEADERSHIP CAMPS
The Women’s Confident Leadership Camp at the Calamus Outfitters Ranch near Burwell, NE on Oct. 6-9 was a life changing experience for many. It was better than I expected in everyway. Even the weather didn't stop us, although it did dampen us.
Go to the Diary of the camp to read more about it.
DON'T MISS THE NEW PICTURE DIARIES OF THE CAMP!
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT DEADLINES! for 2007 start in March, so get signed up now!
I am giving some discounts to those students who have attended more than one of my classes or sign up with a deposit at least a month early for a two day clinic and 2 months early for a camp.
I also give away a free classes to a host who gets at least 6 other people signed up and attending a class. Call for more specific details.
2007 Spring/Summer Camp & Clinic Schedule
SIGN UP NOW AND GET YOUR EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT!
April 14-15: Curtis College Clinic (EBD March 14, 2007)
April 21-22 Chance Ridge, Elkhorn, NE (EBD Jan. 20)
May 4-7: Women’s Confident Leadership Camp (EBD March 1, 2007)
May 19-20: Ode Saddle Club Clinic (Omaha area, place still to be determinedl)(EBD April 15, 2007)
June 5-7: Youth Leadership/Horsemanship Camp (EBD April 1, 2007)
June 12-14: Youth/Parent Leadership/Horsemanship Camp (EBD April 1, 2007)
June 19-22: Women’s Confident Leadership Camp (EBD April 1, 2007)
July 10-12: Youth Leadership/Horsemanship Camp (EBD May 1, 2007)
Aug 7-9: Youth/Parent Leadership/Horsemanship Camp (EBD June 1, 2007)
Aug. 31- Sept. 3: Women’s Confident Leadership Camp (EBD June 1, 2007)
Oct 5-8: 2nd Annual Alumni/Women’s Confident Leadership Camp (EBD July 1, 2007)
Cattle Drive and Trail Ride 2007
Our next cattle drive at Calamus Outfitters will be in the spring. The exact date is still to be announced.
We are also planning a 16 mile trail ride in conjunction with the Burwell Rodeo in July! Look for details soon!
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 I also have access to an indoor arena; however, it is about 20 miles to the facility.
There is a rental fee of $12 per hour 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 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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2007 SUMMER CAMPS YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS
WOMEN'S CONFIDENT LEADERSHIP CAMP
YOUTH HORSEMANSHIP & LEADERSHIP CAMPS
and YOUTH PARENT LEADERSHIP & HORSEMANSHIP CAMPS
at CALAMUS OUTFITTERS RANCH near Burwell, NE
Do you want to be even more confident?
Do you want to have greater leadership skills?
Do you want to develop a deeper relationship with your horse?
Do you want to be able to communicate more effectively?
Do you want to be safer yet and have even more fun?
Then SIGN UP NOW for a camp where you will be saturated in a horse expereince which will lead you to new discoveries about your horse and yourself.
Go to registration page for form.
Only accepting 6 to 12 participants for these special camps to ensure individual instruction and special attention!
SPOTS WIL FILL UP FAST! SO REGISTER NOW!
We are very excited about these camps as the people who attended in 2006 were very pleased and all of them expressed interest in returning in 2007.
Waiting list available!
2007 SUMMER CAMPS-Calamus Outfitters, Burwell, NE
May 4-7: Women’s Confident Leadership Camp (EBD March 1, 2007)
June 5-7: Youth Leadership/Horsemanship Camp (EBD April 1, 2007)
June 12-14: Youth/Parent Leadership/Horsemanship Camp (EBD April 1, 2007)
June 19-22: Women’s Confident Leadership Camp (EBD April 1, 2007)
July 10-12: Youth Leadership/Horsemanship Camp (EBD May 1, 2007)
Aug 7-9: Youth/Parent Leadership/Horsemanship Camp (EBD June 1, 2007)
Aug. 31- Sept. 3: Women’s Confident Leadership Camp (EBD June 1, 2007)
Oct 5-8: 2nd Annual Alumni/Women’s Confident Leadership Camp
(EBD July 1, 2007)
WEEKEND OR WEEKDAYS?
The reason for having some camps during the week days as opposed to the weekend is because the lodges at the Calamus Outfitters Ranch are already booked up for the weekends next summer.
The only thing left availabe are the cabins.
So you can see how critical advance registrations are.
The ranch is a busy and very popular place.
You will love it!
SIGN UP BY EARLY BIRD DATE & RECIEVE A DISCOUNT!
We are offering discounts for those who sign up with a $200 deposit before the early bird discount dates.
This will help us secure the deposit so we can pay the reservation fee for the cabins and lodge.
If an real emergency comes up for you and you are unable to attend,
we can apply your deposit to other lessons, clinics or camps.
We understand that things can happen, so we will remain as flexible as possible.
SAVE $$ with an EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT!
SAVE $100 OFF 4 DAY CAMPS AND $50 OFF 3 DAY CAMPS!
SAVE AN ADDITIONAL $50 IF YOU HAVE ATTENDED ONE OF OUR 2-DAY CLINICS!
These discounts apply only when the $200 deposit is recieved prior to the Early Bird Deadline Date.
4 Day Women's Confident Leadership Camps
Accomadations in modern comfortable Lodge
Maximum 12 students
Arena, round pens, play ground, trail rides, swimming, and tanking available
Lease a horse for $100
Cost of 4 day camp is $850 includes:
Lodging $120; Meals $80; Pen for (1) horse $30; Classroom & misc. supplies $20;
12 hrs. of Instruction is only $112.50 a day only $10/ hour;
(if you get in on the above discounts.)
It is still only $150 a day for instruction
(if you miss out on the above discounts.)
Note: If you come the night before you will either have to find your own accommodations elsewhere, or you can reserve a room for you & your horse at the Ranch for about $50, meal not included.
3 Day Youth Leadership/Horsemanship Camps
Must be 12-18 years old because parent will not be attending.
Accomadations in cabin that sleep up to six
Only taking 6 students
Cost of camp is $650 includes:
Lodging $80; Meals $55; Pen for (1)horse $20; Classroom & misc. supplies $20;
Instruction is only $125 a day if you get the above EBD discounts; about $158 without the discounts
Lease a horse for $75
Last year some kids stayed an extra day they were having so much fun and learning so much, this can be arranged.
Swimming, tanking, tubing available.
Note: If you come the night before you will either have to find your own accommodations elsewhere, or you can reserve a room for you & your horse at the Ranch for about $50, meal not included.
3 Day Youth/Parent Leaderhsip/Horsemanship Camps
6-14 years old accompanied by a parent who can also participate in the activties. (ages remain flexible)
Accomadations in cabins that sleep six. (2 cabins available)
Maximum 6 kids with one parent for each child.
Lease a horse for $75
Cost of camp is $750 for a pair which includes:
Lodging $160; Meals $110; Pens for (2)horses $40; Classroom & misc. supplies $15;
Instruction is only $125 a day for two people with above EBD discounts.
Parent instruction is essentially FREE!
Note: If you come the night before you will either have to find your own accommodations elsewhere, or you can reserve a room for you & your horse at the Ranch for about $50/person, meal not included.
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DEMONSTRATION LOCATIONS!
We are looking for demonstration locations such as county fairs, equine related events, stables, horseclubs etc.
These demonstrations are a cost effective way to introduce horselovers to natural horsemanship ideas which can lead to a safer and more enjoyable relationship with your horse.
They are also inspirational and educational.
Please contact us, if you know of an excellent location for such an event.
Thanks,
Sherry
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