Equine Workshops Make Understanding Your Horse Fun and Informative
Love your horse but want to understand him or her better? Aspen Ridge Ranch in Red Lodge, Montana is hosting three Equestrian Weekend Workshops with AQHA Professional Horseman Bill Crabtree and his wife, Kristin. Unlike normal "clinics" The Crabtrees have worked with many students from across the nation every summer at their training facility in Red Lodge since the early 80's. Their main focus is on preventative medicine rather than quick fixes. Their years of experience and expertise will be a big asset to anyone's riding program. Come join us this summer at the base of the majestic "Beartooth Mountains" in beautiful Red Lodge, MT for some summer equestrian fun and education.
Workshop 1
June 19 & 20 "How to become an Effective Leader for your horse"
• Never compromise your principles.
• Learn how to Communicate with authority.
• When your horse says "No", what do you do?
• Any specific horse issue will also be addressed.
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Workshop 2
July 17 & 18 "Ride Smart, Ride Safe in any Situation"
• Horror stories...could they have been prevented?
• How to prepare in the ring or on the trail for "worst case scenarios."
• Know when and how to "bail".
• Any specific horse issue will also be addressed.
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Workshop 3
August 21 & 22 "Summer Fun, Aspen Ridge Style"
Even if you have never considered competition, come join in the mental preparation for challenging you and your horse to set goals and achieve more than you ever thought possible.
• Any specific horse issue will also be addressed.
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Each weekend will start with a 6pm Friday night casual get-together featuring cocktails and hors d'oeuvres with Bill and Kristin to discuss each participant's desires for the weekend Workshop.
8am - Saturday and Sunday - A Continental breakfast will be served to participants attending with their horses. Plan to be ready to start at 9am.
9am to 12:30pm – Morning Workshop.
12:30 to 2pm - Break for lunch (you and your horse).
2pm to 5pm - Afternoon Workshop. On Sunday afternoon there will be fun events putting your newfound skills to work with your horse. Participants are free to ride the Aspen Ridge Ranch trails after class is finished for the day.
6:30pm - Aspen Ridge Ranch will host a relaxing Chuck Wagon dinner around the fire in the Aspen grove for horse/rider Workshop participants. Additional guests $25. Of course, the Crabtree's will be there to answer ALL your horse related questions!
FEES:
Full weekend, horse and rider - $275 (includes Friday evening, two breakfasts, and Saturday night dinner. One day only, $150 (includes breakfast). A $150 deposit is due by the 10th of the month prior to the Workshop date OR $75 for single day.
Auditor - $30 per day - no food included.
Rent-A-Horse from Bill Crabtree for the weekend-$100. This is perfect for people traveling from far away. Train yourself with an "already trained" horse. Total is $375 for the weekend. A deposit of $200 would be due by the 10th of the month. Accommodations can also be arranged at the Islands at Rock Creek for a special discounted rate for Workshop attendees.
AMENITIES (no extra charge):
• Dry camping the entire weekend; some electric available • Bathroom with sink • Round Pen • Hot Walker • Arena • Wash Rack (warm & cool water) • Stall or pasture for your horse • Ride 11 miles of trails on Aspen Ridge Ranch • Dump station for RV's
REGISTER TODAY: Come join the fun.....you'll be glad you did!
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Please contact Roxanne at Aspen Ridge Ranch 406-446-1000 or 406-425-1000 for more information or to answer any questions. You may also email Roxanne@aspenridgemontana.com
Other Activities
Aspen Ridge Ranch has activities for everyone. The Equine Center offers amenities to not only horse lovers but also to those who just love the outdoors. Owners may board their horses on the property and can ride miles of trails, use the arena, and participate in programs. But there’s plenty for the non-horseperson too. The trails are for everyone and there is nothing more beautiful and invigorating than hiking the trails at dawn or sunset. Groomed picnic areas and the barn facilities are the ideal spot to invite guests for barbeques and parties – perhaps even a wedding!
Numerous ponds create habitat for wildlife and sandhill cranes, ducks, geese, Bald eagles have been sited nearby. We stock our larger ponds with fish. In winter the Beartooth Recreational Trails Association operates the Nordic Center that offers miles of outstanding trails for two types of cross-country skiing. Their program includes teaching, clinics, picnics and moonlight skiing.
We call the lovely mountain stream that flows through the property Aspen Creek but it is really the West Fork Ditch. It irrigates not only our ag land but also our neighbors. All existing waters are dedicated for agricultural uses and maintaining wetlands.