The Arabian Horse Connection – Détails, épisodes et analyse

Elise Ulmer of Rising E Performance Horses and Rancho Del Sol is a trainer, NRCHA Judge, international clinician, and competitor within AHA, APHA, AQHA, NRCHA, and NCHA. Elise has amassed multiple and National and Reserve National Championship titles within the Arabian Working Western disciplines, and recently competed at Art of the Cowgirl in the World's Greatest Horsewoman event with Half-Arabian mare, HOTT ROCKETT. 

Elise talks about

• Her Equine Industry background
• Her training philosophy and goals
• Her experience competing during Art of the Cowgirl

Learn more about Elise by visiting her website, https://www.ranchodelsolarena.com/

Follow Elise on Facebook at, https://www.facebook.com/elisereinedcowhorses

Discovery Farm of the Year recipient Nedra Johnson of The Arabian Horse Riding Academy stops by to talk about all things Discovery Farms. 

Nedra discusses;

-Using a website and social media to convert clients

-The benefit of a group lesson program 

-How to utilize promotional materials within your Discovery Farm 

Learn more about the Discovery Farm Program here. Follow The Arabian Horse Riding Academy on Facebook, Instagram, and Tik Tok. 

Dr. Jane Haven is the Executive Director of Taking the Reins, a nonprofit organization dedicated to growing the confidence of girls through their equestrian and gardening program. Jane grew up in Western Colorado, finding herself attending Cal Poly Pomona because of her love of horses. Jane’s passions truly lie in horses and youth, as she is heavily involved in youth programming in AHA’s Region 2 as well as a member of the Local Level Committee at AHA. 

On this episode, Jane shares the details about the Taking the Reins and how it has benefited and will continue to benefit the Los Angeles community. We speak about the power of horses and how they teach us confidence and kindness. 

Learn more about Taking the Reins: https://takingthereins.org/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TakingtheReins

Donate to Taking the Reins: https://takingthereins.org/donate/

Michael Damianos is a judge, trainer, and the owner of Michael Damianos Performance Horses in Ojai, CA. Founded in 1982, MDPH originally focused on training Quarter Horses, but then transitioned to encompass Arabian and Half Arabian horses. At MDPH, all disciplines are welcome, as Michael accommodates riders in the Western, Sport Horse, Showmanship, Hunter Pleasure, and Equitation.

Michael has also received various awards in the equestrian community including the APAHA Working Western Trainer of the Year twice and USEF Barbara Worth Equestrian of Honor Award. Michael has traveled the country and world judging many prestigious shows including, National, Regional, and Club level shows. Michael holds judging cards with AQHA, ApHC, NRHA, NRCHA, and NSBA. In 2021 Michael will be judging the new AHA show, Ranch Horse Championships.

On today’s episode Michael and I discuss his career in the Equine Industry as well as Trail. Michael provides some great training tips for not only the experienced rider, but for the beginner. Find more information and resources at the links below. 

Find Michael Damianos on social media: https://www.instagram.com/michaeldamianos/

Find more information about Michael Damianos Performance Horses here: https://www.michaeldamianos.com/about-mdph.html

AHA Judges School and Seminar: https://www.arabianhorses.org/additional/judges-stewards/seminar-schools/

Today I caught with Duane Esser, of Esser Valley Arabians. Duane is a longtime Arabian horse advocate, trainer, breeder, and past Region 14 Director. Today we chat about all things Arabian horses including Duane's experience with AHA's Discovery Farm Program, how Duane got started as a trainer, and his experience as an Arabian horse judge. Duane provides valuable insight to those who are looking to expand upon their lesson programs and to those that are just getting started in their Arabian horse journey. 

Find out more about Esser Valley Arabians here: http://www.esservalleyarabians.com/index.html

duane@esservalleyarabians.com

Today my guest is none other than David Freedman, a 6th generation harness and saddle maker hailing from a long line of master craftsmen. David took over as President and CEO of Freedman’s in 1991 continuing the skills that have been passed down from his father, grandfather, and great grandfather, ensuring there is tradition in every stitch. Today David and I talk all about tack, the history of Freedman’s, and how David has adapted the business to fit the ever changing needs of the equine industry while remaining true to his roots.

Plus, all Arabian Horse Connection listeners can use the code 12DAYSOFXMAS through December 17th to get FREE shipping on 12 of Freedman’s favorite items. Plus, receive a FREE gift with purchase - a keepsake collector's item, exclusively from Freedman's.

Visit https://freedmanharness.com/ to learn more. 

This week I was able to catch up with Caroline Elik, the recipient of the 2020 AHA Youth of the Year award. Caroline receives the Youth of the Year perpetual trophy as well as a $5,000 scholarship from the Arabian Horse Foundation.

Compassion, humility, and motivation are the foundation of Caroline’s approach to life. She is currently enrolled at University of Missouri – Columbia pursuing a degree in journalism. She is a member of the Women in Media club and believes that it is important for women to have the resources and networking opportunities to be able to pursue their passion for media-oriented careers. During High School she was actively involved with her school’s newspaper, and held numerous leadership roles in her local 4-H club. She served as the Region 11 youth vice director, and was elected as the AHYA Secretary in 2019. She believes that involvement at any level is important as it improves not only our own lives, but the lives or others through the work that we do when we are involved in something worthwhile.

Caroline’s efforts within the Arabian horse community has led her to strive to be a positive influence on AHYA and to be a role model for those who aspire to become further involved in the Arabian horse community.  She believes that “our youth are not just our future, but also our present – they are already active contributors to the growth and promotion of the Arabian breed”.

Caroline Elik is a leader among her peers, serving her breed and others with a selfless attitude and the heart of a champion.

Know someone that would be a great candidate for Youth of the Year? Click the link to nominate or apply.

https://www.arabianhorses.org/export/content.export/youth-forms/240021.pdf?fbclid=IwAR2771BFr663QqGN-Et1EIGoYumY_RhwXOkbMFLLut54UkarDopQKmWz3gU

Today I sit down and chat with Larry Shallcross, Chair of the Probable Cause Panel and Van Jacobsen, chair of the Ethical Practices and Review Board. We discuss what each panel does from receiving a complaint, all the way to the decision making process. Learn more about how the EPRB and Probably Cause Panel work together and how they help enforce the rules of the Arabian Horse Association.

AHA Convention is one of the best ways to get more involved with the Arabian breed, connecting you with people from all over the country that share the same passion for the Arabian horse. When you attend an AHA Convention, you are able to listen, comment, and provide input on policies that could affect you and the breed association as a whole. Today AHA president Nancy Harvey and longtime Convention participant and Chair of Agenda and Resolutions Penny Wardlaw, discuss what is going to be happening at Virtual Convention and why Convention is so important. 

$175 for Delegates/Directors – All access to virtual functions and Voting authority

$35 for Alternates/Members – All access to virtual functions

$85 for Non-Members – Provides a one year membership and all access to virtual functions

Convention information available here: https://www.arabianhorses.org/additional/involved/convention/index.html

Resolutions available here: https://www.arabianhorses.org/additional/involved/convention/resolutions/

We are joined today by Christy Landwehr, CEO of the Certified Horsemanship Association known as (CHA) https://cha.horse/. Christy Landwehr has been in the equine industry for over 35 years riding and teaching many disciplines and breeds. Christy is a Master Level Riding Instructor and Equine Facility Manager through the Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) and has taught students in 4-H and Pony Club. She is Past President of the American Youth Horse Council and past board member for the Colorado Horse Council.  She founded, competed on and coached the University of Colorado at Boulder Intercollegiate Horse Show Association equestrian team.  Christy is an AQHA and APHA Professional Horseman and sits on the Colorado State University Equine Sciences Advisory Council and on the Interscholastic Equestrian Association Board.

Christy has her Bachelor’s Degree in Communications and a minor in Speech and her Masters is in Journalism with a minor in Marketing. She was the Sponsorship/Youth Programs Manager for the Arabian Horse Association, a trainer for Skill Path Seminars, and the Development Director for The Urban Farm that works with at-risk youth in Denver. Currently, she is the Chief Executive Officer for CHA and a clinician and site accreditor for the organization. Christy has spoken at numerous equine events, breed and discipline conventions throughout her career.

Christy gives the inside scoop on CHA and how it can help Arabian Horse owners take their skills to the next level. Christy and I chat about all the various programs CHA offers including certifications from Equine Facility Management to English and Western Disciplines. Arabian Horse Connection listeners will also be receiving a special discount on CHA’s Virtual International Conference with code AHA to receive CHA’s member rate.

CHA International Conference Discount Code: AHA

CHA Website: https://cha.horse/

CHA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CHAinstructors

CHA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chainstructors/

CHA Twitter: https://twitter.com/chainstructors