A great way to get geared up for spring riding and competing is the Rocky Mountain Horse Expo.
Hosted this Friday through Monday at Denver's National Western Complex, this event has everything a horse person could ask for -- including clinics, art, shopping and competitions.
The clinics are a great learning experience for every level of horse person. This year's featured clinician, Julie Goodnight, is a Colorado local but is known nationwide as the Horse Master and has her own show on RFD-TV.
Other clinics include cattle working with Jeff and Gerrie Barnes, working obstacles with Debbie Bibb, an introduction to three-day eventing, starting your horse over fences and improving your horsemanship.
The expo also features an art show and craft fair as well as an extensive trade show. Riders can spend hours just wandering this area to find all sorts of tack, clothing, supplies and decorations.
Those who want to watch the horses will have many opportunities at the expo. All of the clinicians will work with several riders, but you can sign up to “Ride with an Expert” next year by visiting the website.
A miniature horse and pony show will be held all three days. The “Mane Event” on Friday and Saturday nights will feature reining, dressage, vaulting and other exciting riding which shows off both horse and rider.
While the expo brings together many excellent horse people, it also is hosting the Holistic Horse Fair and many related clinics. As with holistic health care for humans, many of the ideas of holistic horsemanship are not founded in reality or science. While some of their methods or ideas may be harmless, many are not and could lead to injury or death of rider or horse. If you choose to participate in these clinics, please be cautious when applying any of these ideas and use common sense. If something sounds dangerous or if you do not know what is in the supplements you are giving your horse, ask your veterinarian or trainer, or avoid that activity.
Have a great weekend and enjoy the Rocky Mountain Horse Expo!
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