Contact me to book a workshop or host Amy in or outside of the Edmonton areaClick Here to view the Clinic, Workshop and Event calendar or click on the titles below to find the information in the newsletter
Hello Happy Horse Riders,
Here's the latest news:
Instructor's Training in Florida - What a Whirlwind trip packed with education and inspiration! It was really great to re-connect with Linda and the other Instructors and I was able to get some questions I had about the curriculum clarified. I had nice moments with Highland and Jazz when they each recognized me and came over to say "Hi" without prompting. Click Here for Photos
I look forward to sharing what I learned from this trip and the rest of the curriculum this upcoming clinic season. And speaking of that, I have started to map out the learning opportunities for you and your horse. Please contact me soon if you want to set a date for something that isn't on the schedule. This year, I have created clinic focus categories that are progressive from one clinic to the next. I have also changed from 2-day to 3-day clinics so you can really settle into your learning and not feel so rushed.
My Christmas present to you: Download the Happy Horse Core Behaviors Progress Checklist: Click Here Track your progress!!
I have made an adjustment to our group name, formerly known as the Natural Horse Riders of Alberta or NHRA (AKA: National Hot Rod Association)
We are now the Happy Horse Riders of Alberta! You don't have to be following Linda's program to be a Happy Rider, Happy Horse is for everyone!!
I am still available to help with your Parelli Audition. I will video, coach, edit and send you a YouTube link, the cost is $100 per Savvy. Step #1, go to YouTube and search for Parelli Auditions that have passed for inspiration.
I will do virtual lessons with anyone who wants to send me a video, Cost is $25 for the first 10 minutes and $2 per minute after that. I will review your video and send back my thoughts to help you with any of your horsemanship struggles.
Weekend Winter Group lessons at Sartison's are Saturday and Sunday mornings, 11:00 am
I am teaching 2-hour group workshops at Sartison's, contact me if you are interested in hauling in as there is a limit on the number of trailers, auditing is free and there might be horses to borrow if you can't trailer. I can also travel to your barn if it is permitted, mileage may apply.
Click Here to see my calendar for Weekend 2-hour Workshops at Sartison’s Acres or contact me to arrange a private lesson.
You can add my google calendar to your own by clicking on the 3 lines in the top left corner of your own google calendar and typing in my email in the "add a calendar" section. This works better on a computer than on a phone or tablet.
Here's the latest news:
Instructor's Training in Florida - What a Whirlwind trip packed with education and inspiration! It was really great to re-connect with Linda and the other Instructors and I was able to get some questions I had about the curriculum clarified. I had nice moments with Highland and Jazz when they each recognized me and came over to say "Hi" without prompting. Click Here for Photos
I look forward to sharing what I learned from this trip and the rest of the curriculum this upcoming clinic season. And speaking of that, I have started to map out the learning opportunities for you and your horse. Please contact me soon if you want to set a date for something that isn't on the schedule. This year, I have created clinic focus categories that are progressive from one clinic to the next. I have also changed from 2-day to 3-day clinics so you can really settle into your learning and not feel so rushed.
My Christmas present to you: Download the Happy Horse Core Behaviors Progress Checklist: Click Here Track your progress!!
I have made an adjustment to our group name, formerly known as the Natural Horse Riders of Alberta or NHRA (AKA: National Hot Rod Association)
We are now the Happy Horse Riders of Alberta! You don't have to be following Linda's program to be a Happy Rider, Happy Horse is for everyone!!
I am still available to help with your Parelli Audition. I will video, coach, edit and send you a YouTube link, the cost is $100 per Savvy. Step #1, go to YouTube and search for Parelli Auditions that have passed for inspiration.
I will do virtual lessons with anyone who wants to send me a video, Cost is $25 for the first 10 minutes and $2 per minute after that. I will review your video and send back my thoughts to help you with any of your horsemanship struggles.
Weekend Winter Group lessons at Sartison's are Saturday and Sunday mornings, 11:00 am
I am teaching 2-hour group workshops at Sartison's, contact me if you are interested in hauling in as there is a limit on the number of trailers, auditing is free and there might be horses to borrow if you can't trailer. I can also travel to your barn if it is permitted, mileage may apply.
Click Here to see my calendar for Weekend 2-hour Workshops at Sartison’s Acres or contact me to arrange a private lesson.
You can add my google calendar to your own by clicking on the 3 lines in the top left corner of your own google calendar and typing in my email in the "add a calendar" section. This works better on a computer than on a phone or tablet.
News from Linda
Success Badges Program
Linda is adding a new levels and badge program to the Happy Horse Curriculum so students can chart their progress towards their goals. You will have the choice to self-assess or get an official certification in either basic or advanced skills. Also, you don't have to pass one level to advance to the next, you can test and achieve anywhere in the program that you like.
With the Happy Horse Success Badges, I am open and confident about what the future brings because this program helps people no matter their skill level or goals. No pressure unless you choose to seek it/ask for it. To me that’s respect and I can’t say how much I admire this.
We all deserve respect and love in this life. No matter what. I believe we are called to it.
YouTube channel
Linda has a YouTube channel! Get an inside look at the Happy Horse Happy Life Curriculum with Linda Parelli, and so much more!
Search: "Happy Horse Linda Parelli" or Click Here and subscribe.
Linda Parelli has spent the past 30 years teaching people how to have better horse-human relationships and had designed a curriculum that will help you solve problems and make progress in ways that you've never done before. Watch Linda, Click Here, as she explains how she put her new How to Talk Horse curriculum together. This is the heart of the program, pinpointing the key elements to put in place from core behaviors, quality, and performance. Happy Horse Happy Life delves deeper into areas of special interest like horse behavior, psychology, rider education, connection, equine gymnastics, and better riding, and is easily the most intimate access you'll ever have to Linda Parelli!
At its core, Linda's ten-module program gives you the keys for developing a happy horse and happy relationship starting with these three essential cornerstones: Connection, Relaxation, and Responsiveness.
It’s time to talk horse at a whole new level.
HHHL Member Benefits
Ask Linda your horse question LIVE!. As an HHHL member, you get the opportunity to connect monthly with Linda Live in her Zoom events.
If you are a member of HHHL, Click Here to watch a video about how to help an obedient horse find Connection.
Click Here to sign up for a free 2-week trial
Make sure if you are checking out the HHHL site that you click on the 3 lines in the corner on your phone or the left-hand menu on your computer and navigate to Discovery or the Courses and Topics. that is where the focused learning part of the site is.
Keep up to date with Linda on her HHHL Facebook page, Click Here
Linda's Happy Horse, Happy Life is specifically for horse lovers, lots of learning from Linda on horsemanship, horse development, mind, body, spirit and health. Pegasus Personal Growth courses are also included for $19.95 USD a month
The Parelli Savvy Club remains a great resource for learning. Use Don Halladay's referral number and Click Here to join for $20 USD a month or shop Parelli for equipment with Don's link Click Here
Success Badges Program
Linda is adding a new levels and badge program to the Happy Horse Curriculum so students can chart their progress towards their goals. You will have the choice to self-assess or get an official certification in either basic or advanced skills. Also, you don't have to pass one level to advance to the next, you can test and achieve anywhere in the program that you like.
With the Happy Horse Success Badges, I am open and confident about what the future brings because this program helps people no matter their skill level or goals. No pressure unless you choose to seek it/ask for it. To me that’s respect and I can’t say how much I admire this.We all deserve respect and love in this life. No matter what. I believe we are called to it.
YouTube channel
Linda has a YouTube channel! Get an inside look at the Happy Horse Happy Life Curriculum with Linda Parelli, and so much more!
Search: "Happy Horse Linda Parelli" or Click Here and subscribe.
Linda Parelli has spent the past 30 years teaching people how to have better horse-human relationships and had designed a curriculum that will help you solve problems and make progress in ways that you've never done before. Watch Linda, Click Here, as she explains how she put her new How to Talk Horse curriculum together. This is the heart of the program, pinpointing the key elements to put in place from core behaviors, quality, and performance. Happy Horse Happy Life delves deeper into areas of special interest like horse behavior, psychology, rider education, connection, equine gymnastics, and better riding, and is easily the most intimate access you'll ever have to Linda Parelli!
At its core, Linda's ten-module program gives you the keys for developing a happy horse and happy relationship starting with these three essential cornerstones: Connection, Relaxation, and Responsiveness.
It’s time to talk horse at a whole new level.
HHHL Member Benefits
Ask Linda your horse question LIVE!. As an HHHL member, you get the opportunity to connect monthly with Linda Live in her Zoom events.
If you are a member of HHHL, Click Here to watch a video about how to help an obedient horse find Connection.
Click Here to sign up for a free 2-week trial
Make sure if you are checking out the HHHL site that you click on the 3 lines in the corner on your phone or the left-hand menu on your computer and navigate to Discovery or the Courses and Topics. that is where the focused learning part of the site is.
Keep up to date with Linda on her HHHL Facebook page, Click Here
Linda's Happy Horse, Happy Life is specifically for horse lovers, lots of learning from Linda on horsemanship, horse development, mind, body, spirit and health. Pegasus Personal Growth courses are also included for $19.95 USD a month
The Parelli Savvy Club remains a great resource for learning. Use Don Halladay's referral number and Click Here to join for $20 USD a month or shop Parelli for equipment with Don's link Click Here
Sugary Bits
I love how the air was sparkling in this photo of Sugar that I took on the "Day of the Horse" earlier in December.
I love how the air was sparkling in this photo of Sugar that I took on the "Day of the Horse" earlier in December.
Tyson's Tales
Tyson really has an "I'm all that" attitude, here he is posing for the camera in September.
Tyson and I riding bridle-less with a bridle on Click Here
Tyson really has an "I'm all that" attitude, here he is posing for the camera in September.
Tyson and I riding bridle-less with a bridle on Click HereAmy Dorland Clinics
I am taking bookings for 2022
Available for booking 2 or more days
Hosts can earn their clinic spot and get private lessons, contact Amy for more information. 4 student minimum in the Edmonton area and 8 student minimum needed if I would be traveling over 2 hours in Alberta (mileage may apply). Workshops outside of Alberta can book for 3 or more days, instead of paying travel costs. (minimum 8 students per day)
Progress your learning over 3 or more days, advance your connection, relaxation and confidence faster and have more fun with your horse!!
Get out of your comfort zone and expand your savvy in new locations. Happy Horse Happy Life education delves deeper into areas of special interest like horse behavior, psychology, rider education, connection, equine gymnastics, and better riding.
Click Here for the Calendar
Not all of the Clinics are confirmed and I am still taking more bookings, invitations or suggestions for the 2022 season
Private Lessons at Dragonfly Ranch are on hold at this time
Possibly February 23-25, Wednesday to Friday (arriving Tuesday, February 22nd)
Possibly March 23-25, Wednesday to Friday (arriving Tuesday, March 22th)
Possibly April 12-14, Tuesday to Thursday (arriving Monday, April 11th)
Dragonfly Ranch Private lessons
Basic, Progressing and Advanced levels
Cost: $100 per hour for private or Semi-private instruction (includes mileage and facility cost)
Location: Dragonfly Ranch Water Valley, Alberta Click Here for a map
Click Here for photos from 2021
Possibly April 23-24 (Exact Date TBA)
Vancouver Island Clinic
Basic, Progressing and Advanced levels
Location: TBA
Cost: $300 plus cost of facility split between the students
Register with Amy: amy.dorland@gmail.com
Click Here for photos from September 2020
May 19-24, 2022
Thunder Bay Clinic, Workshops and Private Lessons
Basic, Progressing and Advanced levels
Location: Grace Equestrian Centre in Thunder Bay, Ontario
6 days of Happy Horse Horsemanship with a Clinic, Group Workshops and Private lessons
Contact: Carolyn galvinized1969@gmail.com
Click Here for Photos from 2019
Possibly May 7-9, 2022
Happy Horse, Happy Life Focus
Happy Horse, Happy Life; Dream, Prepare and Plan Retreat
Basic, Progressing and Advanced levels
Set your season up for success! At this Clinic, we will deeply study connection and communication with our horse on the ground and in the saddle in the arena, obstacle course and the trail. As well, we will explore Integral Movement, Reiki Meditation and other health that will ensure we stay healthy and happy so we can ride without pain for many more years. We will also take the first look at Linda's Success, Badge Progam and chart our progress to achievement.
- 12 hours of Happy Horse Instruction over 3 days, (4 hours per day)
- Happy Life breakout sessions on Integral Movement, Rieke for you and your horse and Success Program, goal setting for the coming season.
10 spots available
Location: Dragonfly Ranch Water Valley, Alberta Click Here for a map
The beautiful Dragonfly Ranch in Water Valley is a great getaway for riders from around the province. Comfortable rooms are available to rent with a shared kitchen area as this location used to be a bed and breakfast.
Clinic and Facility Cost: $330
Camping and Pen: $30 per day or night. Power may be available $10 per night payable to Sonja
Pen Only: $25 per day or night
Rooms: $55 per night for 2 or more nights, $80 for one night. Book with Sonja lsscribner@gmail.com, Click Here for photos of rooms
Register with Amy: amy.dorland@gmail.com
Click Here for photos from 2021
June 4-6, 2022
Trail Confidence Focus
MSW Farms, Water Crossings and Trail Confidence, Relaxation and Safety
Progressing and Advanced levels
This Clinic is suitable for students who can ride their horses in an arena at a walk and a trot (minimum) in a group, are looking to advance their skills riding outside on safe trails and to accomplish a small water crossing. We will be taking it slow!! The goal is to learn how to notice, respect and advance our horse's thresholds on the ground and under saddle and stay safe. 2 short trail adventures each day. If you wish to join the Mountain Trip for the first time, you should attend this clinic.
8 students max
Click Here for photos of MSW Farms
2 Shareable Cabins are available but you must book right away!!
Location: MSW Farms, Ponoka County
Contact MSW through their website to book a cabin, camping or pen: Click Here Please state that you are with the Happy Horse group. Camping $10 per night, pen $10 no power available.
Clinic Cost: $300 for 18 hours of instruction
Register for Workshop with Amy: amy.dorland@gmail.com
June 12-14, 2022
Obstacle Focus and New Student, New Horse Focus
Confidence for Horse and Rider In and Out of the Arena
Basic and Progressing levels
If you have safety and confidence issues with your horse on the ground and riding, you can find help here. This workshop is suitable for students new to Ground Exercises, unridden horses (this is not a Colt Start) and for students wanting to advance their ground and riding skills with the purpose of obstacles and new terrain. The Happy Horse Curriculum helps you understand issues quickly, but more importantly, how to fix those problems with a more purpose-driven approach as opposed to drilling your horses with tasks, which all leads to a happier horse-human relationship.
8 spots available
Location: Donna and Aram's Natural Playground, Near Jarvie, AB Click Here for a map
Clinic Cost: $300 for 18 hours of instruction
Camping and Facility: $15 per night includes pen, $10 more for power payable to Donna
Pen: $10 per night or day payable to Donna
Auditing: $20 per day
Register with Amy: amy.dorland@gmail.com
Click Here for photos from 2020
Possibly June 22 - 24, 2022
New Student, New Horse Focus
Ground Exercises from Line to Liberty
Basic, Progressing and Advanced levels
This workshop is suitable for students and horses new to Ground Exercises and Liberty, unridden horses (this is not a Colt Start) Communication, Confidence, Safety and Fun. The Happy Horse Curriculum helps you understand issues quickly, but more importantly, how to fix those problems with a more purpose-driven approach as opposed to drilling your horses with tasks, which all leads to a happier horse-human relationship.
8 spots available
Location: Dragonfly Ranch Water Valley, Alberta Click Here for a map
The beautiful Dragonfly Ranch in Water Valley is a great getaway for riders from around the province. Comfortable rooms are available to rent with a shared kitchen area as this location used to be a bed and breakfast.
Clinic and Facility Cost: $330
Camping and Pen: $30 per day or night. Power may be available $10 per night payable to Sonja
Pen Only: $25 per day or night
Rooms: $55 per night for 2 or more nights, $80 for one night. Book with Sonja lsscribner@gmail.com, Click Here for photos of rooms
Register with Amy: amy.dorland@gmail.com
Click Here for photos from 2021
Possibly June 24 - 26, 2022
Trail Confidence Focus
Dragonfly Ranch Trail Riding Confidence, Relaxation and Safety
Progressing and Advanced levels
This workshop is suitable for students who can ride their horses at a walk and a trot (minimum) in a group in the arena and are looking to advance their skills toward increased confidence, relaxation and safety outdoors in a group. We will take advantage of the trails on the property to help our horses gain confidence. If you wish to join the Mountain Trip for the first time, you should attend this clinic.
8 spots available
Location: Dragonfly Ranch Water Valley, Alberta Click Here for a map
The beautiful Dragonfly Ranch in Water Valley is a great getaway for riders from around the province. Comfortable rooms are available to rent with a shared kitchen area as this location used to be a bed and breakfast.
Clinic and Facility Cost: $330
Camping and Pen: $30 per day or night. Power may be available $10 per night payable to Sonja
Pen Only: $25 per day or night
Rooms: $55 per night for 2 or more nights, $80 for one night. Book with Sonja lsscribner@gmail.com, Click Here for photos of rooms
Register with Amy: amy.dorland@gmail.com
Click Here for photos from 2021
July 23-25
Obstacle Focus
Overcoming Obstacles, Literally and Figuratively
Basic, Progressing and Advanced levels
Increase your partnership and Savvy with the purpose of obstacles. We will be refining our communication and confidence with our horse on the ground and in the saddle. We will also be unlocking what has held us back from achieving our dreams, setting and refining our goals and inspiring our future horsemanship.
8 spots available
Location: Donna and Aram's Natural Playground, Near Jarvie, AB Click Here for a map
Clinic Cost: $300 for 18 hours of instruction
Camping and Facility: $15 per night includes pen, $10 more for power payable to Donna
Pen: $10 per night or day payable to Donna
Auditing: $20 per day
Register with Amy: amy.dorland@gmail.com
Click Here for Photos from 2021
Possibly September 1-6, 2022
Thunder Bay Clinic, Workshops and Private Lessons
Basic, Progressing and Advanced levels
Location: Grace Equestrian Centre in Thunder Bay, Ontario
6 days of Happy Horse Horsemanship with a Clinic, Group Workshops and Private lessons
Contact:
Click Here for Photos from 2019
September 10-12, 2022
Happy Horse, Happy Life Focus
Happy Horse Success Program Badge Preparation Clinic
Basic, Progressing and Advanced levels
We will prepare the skills needed for Happy Horse Success Program Badges. You will go home with a plan or possibly a video to submit.
Basic and Advanced Levels for the Core Behaviour Tests.
8 spots available
Location: Donna and Aram's Natural Playground, Near Jarvie, AB Click Here for a map
Clinic Cost: $300 for 18 hours of instruction
Camping and Facility: $15 per night includes pen, $10 more for power payable to Donna
Pen: $10 per night or day payable to Donna
Auditing: $20 per day
Register with Amy: amy.dorland@gmail.com
Click Here for Photos from 2020
Possibly October 1-3, 2022
Happy Horse, Happy Life Focus
Happy Horse, Happy Life; Celebration and Rejuvenation Retreat
Basic, Progressing and Advanced levels
At this Clinic, we will deeply study connection and communication with our horse on the ground and in the saddle in the arena, obstacle course and the trail. As well, we will explore Integral Movement, Reiki Meditation and other health that will ensure we stay healthy and happy so we can ride without pain for many more years.
- 12 hours of Happy Horse Instruction over 3 days, (4 hours per day)
- Happy Life breakout sessions on Integral Movement, Rieke for you and your horse and Success Program, goal setting for the coming season.
10 spots available
Location: Dragonfly Ranch Water Valley, Alberta Click Here for a map
The beautiful Dragonfly Ranch in Water Valley is a great getaway for riders from around the province. Comfortable rooms are available to rent with a shared kitchen area as this location used to be a bed and breakfast.
Clinic and Facility Cost: $330
Camping and Pen: $30 per day or night. Power may be available $10 per night payable to Sonja
Pen Only: $25 per day or night
Rooms: $55 per night for 2 or more nights, $80 for one night. Book with Sonja lsscribner@gmail.com, Click Here for photos of rooms
Click Here for photos from 2021
October (Exact Date TBA)
Vancouver Island Private Lessons
Basic, Progressing and Advanced levels
Location: Your place or stable
Cost: $100 per hour minimum 2 hours booked (includes mileage)
Register with Amy: amy.dorland@gmail.com
Weekday 2-hour Workshops and Lessons
Check my calendar, Click Here
Contact me if you would like to host a mid-week 2-hour Workshop in the Edmonton area. Mileage may apply
1-hour lesson can be booked if it follows or precedes another workshop at the same location.
$25 per Student 7 - 8 Students
$30 per Student 5 - 6 Students
$40 per Student 4 Students
$50 per Student 3 Students
$75 per Student 2 Students
$150 for 2-hour private - Dedicated students that book 3 or more Private Workshops will pay $120 per 2-hour workshop
Questions or get more details: Email Amy
Alberta Happy Horse Events
If you want to host an Alberta Happy Horse event Email Me
It doesn't matter if you study under another instructor or program, if enjoy a Happy Horse, then please join us on our journey of knowledge and fun.
All Events will follow Covid-19 protocols as they are at the date of the event
I am still taking more event suggestions for the 2022 season
April 15-17,2022
Equine Expo, Red Deer
Click Here for more information
May 28-29
Fort Assiniboine, Sand Hills Trail Ride
Trails for all levels of rider but you must have your own camping set up. An outhouse is available. Horses are either high-lined or kept in electric fence pens and water is provided. We have enough electric pens to share if you don't have your own. You also need 4 wheel drive for the sand road if you are pulling a horse trailer.
Location: Marg and Henry's private land Click Here
Cost: $25 per night, cash only
Contact Amy to join: amy.dorland@gmail.com
Click Here for photos from 2021
June 27 - July 4, 2022
NHRA Mountain Trip 2022
Mountain and Trail experienced riders can join for all or part of the trip
Please read the details and check out the websites if you haven't been to these locations before. Email me if you have further questions about the trip. If our group is large, we will split into 2 groups (according to experience) except when we are guided at the Waldren Ranch. I will ride with the slower group and we will always ride according to the slowest member of each group as safety is our number one consideration. We haven't had an accident in the last 10 years of our trips but tricky and challenging experiences have and will come up. Horse boots or shoes are recommended and you should get your horse physically ready for this trip if you are riding for the entire experience. Accommodations are not available, you are either in a Camper, LQ trailer or a tent. Gravel Roads (that can sometimes suck) to Waldren, Honeymoon Creek and Indian Graves. Paved roads to SandyMcnabb and Blue Rock
Click Here for photos from 2021
Students can prepare for this trip by taking one or both of my Trail Clinics.
June 27 - June 30 Waldron Ranch We will be guests at a private property bordering the Waldron Ranch.
Camping: $20 per night for self-contained units, Tent campers need their own toilet, you can buy a portable toilet at Canadian Tire and keep it in your horse trailer
Pen: $5 per night per horse for a very large group pen with a stream for water or $10 per night for a pen (2 available) I will collect the camping and pen money to pay the owners. Contact me to join this part of the trip.
Contact Amy to join: amy.dorland@gmail.com
June 30 - July 4
Location: Honeymoon Creek Equestrian Click here for photos
Cost: This is a group reservation of $200 for the first 5 units per night and $28 per unit additional after that. We will divide the cost by the number of units, the max cost per night is $40 and includes horses. You must contact me to join in on the reservation.
Contact Amy to join: amy.dorland@gmail.com
July 4 - 7
Location: Indian Graves Equestrian
Cost: $26 per night plus a $5 reservation fee. Please reserve this location yourself
Contact Amy to join: amy.dorland@gmail.com
July 7-11
Location: Sandy Mcnabb or Blue Rock if Sandy is full
Cost: $46 per night includes 2 horses and power, first come first serve. We will camp at Blue Rock, $38 per night includes 2 horses, if there aren't enough sites at Sandy.
Contact Amy to join: amy.dorland@gmail.com
Date TBA
Grizzly Bear Coulee Ride and Fun Cowboy Challenge
Location: North of Wainwright, Alberta Click Here for Google Map
Cost: TBA
This event is put on by the Alberta Donkey and Mule Club and our group has been invited to join.
Click Here for photos from 2021
Contact Russ to join: mules780@gmail.com
Date TBA
Cowboy Town Fun Cowboy Challenge and Trail ride
For 2022 this event will include a Fun Cowboy Challenge and ride down to the river nearby. Trails are also located on the ranch for easy short rides.
Location: Near Bonnyville, Alberta Click Here for a map
Cost: $20 per night for camping, $10 per night per horse, Cowboy Challenge $25 per ride to enter with cash prizes, $10 per horse for trailer ride back from trestle bridge on Sunday's Iron Horse trail ride.
Hotels are available in nearby Bonnyville if you don't have a camping setup.
Click Here for photos from 2020
Contact Amy to join: amy.dorland@gmail.com
If you want to host an Alberta Happy Horse event Email Me
It doesn't matter if you study under another instructor or program, if enjoy a Happy Horse, then please join us on our journey of knowledge and fun.
All Events will follow Covid-19 protocols as they are at the date of the event
I am still taking more event suggestions for the 2022 season
April 15-17,2022
Equine Expo, Red Deer
Click Here for more information
May 28-29
Fort Assiniboine, Sand Hills Trail Ride
Trails for all levels of rider but you must have your own camping set up. An outhouse is available. Horses are either high-lined or kept in electric fence pens and water is provided. We have enough electric pens to share if you don't have your own. You also need 4 wheel drive for the sand road if you are pulling a horse trailer.
Location: Marg and Henry's private land Click Here
Cost: $25 per night, cash only
Contact Amy to join: amy.dorland@gmail.com
Click Here for photos from 2021
June 27 - July 4, 2022
NHRA Mountain Trip 2022
Mountain and Trail experienced riders can join for all or part of the trip
Please read the details and check out the websites if you haven't been to these locations before. Email me if you have further questions about the trip. If our group is large, we will split into 2 groups (according to experience) except when we are guided at the Waldren Ranch. I will ride with the slower group and we will always ride according to the slowest member of each group as safety is our number one consideration. We haven't had an accident in the last 10 years of our trips but tricky and challenging experiences have and will come up. Horse boots or shoes are recommended and you should get your horse physically ready for this trip if you are riding for the entire experience. Accommodations are not available, you are either in a Camper, LQ trailer or a tent. Gravel Roads (that can sometimes suck) to Waldren, Honeymoon Creek and Indian Graves. Paved roads to SandyMcnabb and Blue Rock
Click Here for photos from 2021
Students can prepare for this trip by taking one or both of my Trail Clinics.
June 27 - June 30 Waldron Ranch We will be guests at a private property bordering the Waldron Ranch.
Camping: $20 per night for self-contained units, Tent campers need their own toilet, you can buy a portable toilet at Canadian Tire and keep it in your horse trailer
Pen: $5 per night per horse for a very large group pen with a stream for water or $10 per night for a pen (2 available) I will collect the camping and pen money to pay the owners. Contact me to join this part of the trip.
Contact Amy to join: amy.dorland@gmail.com
June 30 - July 4
Location: Honeymoon Creek Equestrian Click here for photos
Cost: This is a group reservation of $200 for the first 5 units per night and $28 per unit additional after that. We will divide the cost by the number of units, the max cost per night is $40 and includes horses. You must contact me to join in on the reservation.
Contact Amy to join: amy.dorland@gmail.com
July 4 - 7
Location: Indian Graves Equestrian
Cost: $26 per night plus a $5 reservation fee. Please reserve this location yourself
Contact Amy to join: amy.dorland@gmail.com
July 7-11
Location: Sandy Mcnabb or Blue Rock if Sandy is full
Cost: $46 per night includes 2 horses and power, first come first serve. We will camp at Blue Rock, $38 per night includes 2 horses, if there aren't enough sites at Sandy.
Contact Amy to join: amy.dorland@gmail.com
Date TBA
Grizzly Bear Coulee Ride and Fun Cowboy Challenge
Location: North of Wainwright, Alberta Click Here for Google Map
Cost: TBA
This event is put on by the Alberta Donkey and Mule Club and our group has been invited to join.
Click Here for photos from 2021
Contact Russ to join: mules780@gmail.com
Date TBA
Cowboy Town Fun Cowboy Challenge and Trail ride
For 2022 this event will include a Fun Cowboy Challenge and ride down to the river nearby. Trails are also located on the ranch for easy short rides.
Location: Near Bonnyville, Alberta Click Here for a map
Cost: $20 per night for camping, $10 per night per horse, Cowboy Challenge $25 per ride to enter with cash prizes, $10 per horse for trailer ride back from trestle bridge on Sunday's Iron Horse trail ride.
Hotels are available in nearby Bonnyville if you don't have a camping setup.
Click Here for photos from 2020
Contact Amy to join: amy.dorland@gmail.com
Student Notices
Email your submissions for the newsletter before the 15th of each month to Amy I love to hear your news and thoughts, pictures, what Parelli or Natural Horsemanship items you have for sale and Natural Horsemanship trained horses to sell.
No notices this month
Email your submissions for the newsletter before the 15th of each month to Amy I love to hear your news and thoughts, pictures, what Parelli or Natural Horsemanship items you have for sale and Natural Horsemanship trained horses to sell.
No notices this month
Education Things to think about....
Click Here...Lessons with Linda: Smooth Transitions
Click Here...How Cold is Too Cold To Ride Your Horse in the Winter?
Click Here...What Ever Happened to “Serviceably” Sound?
Click Here...Watch this Equine Therapist help a high headed horse
Click Here...Winter saddle care
Click Here...Young Luke shows how to tie the barn knot
Click Here...Why not to use a flash or a tight noseband on your horse
Click Here...8 Interesting Facts You Didn’t Know About Hidalgo Movie
How Interesting Funny or thought-provoking....
Click Here...We're sorry about the Xmas Pony shipment delay, they are on their way now. We've included Cowboy you viewed as a token of our appreciation for your business
Click Here...Girl and Her Mini Pony BFF Do Everything Together
Click Here...Horse doesn't let man get any work done
Click Here...Mini will play "dead" when asked
Click Here...Amazing Duck Transportation
Click Here...Lots of information about the horse's tongue
Inspiration
Click Here...Two 13-year-old horses help a semi-truck up an icy hill.
Click Here...Mounting solution for tall horse and small woman
Click Here...Check out this track for galloping!
Click Here...Epic horse rescue during B.C. floods
Click Here...Winter challenge from Luke: Around the world bareback
Click Here...Water crossing with horses at Liberty
Your Dreams are my Dreams!
Click Here...Mounting solution for tall horse and small woman
Click Here...Check out this track for galloping!
Click Here...Epic horse rescue during B.C. floods
Click Here...Winter challenge from Luke: Around the world bareback
Click Here...Water crossing with horses at Liberty
Your Dreams are my Dreams!
Amy Dorland
Class 3 Senior Instructor/Mentor
Happy Horse, Happy Life
Click Here for Alberta Happy Horse Events and Clinics Calendar and available lesson dates with Amy
Class 3 Senior Instructor/Mentor
Happy Horse, Happy Life
Click Here for Alberta Happy Horse Events and Clinics Calendar and available lesson dates with Amy
