Canada Event Listings: September 2008
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September 5 - 7, 2008
(Friday - Sunday)
- Canadian Pony Chuckwagon Society
LUFKIN Canadian Pony Chuckwagon Finals- Vegreville Fair Grounds
Vegreville, AB- 3 Solid days of Championship Races. The top 80 racers from across Canada and the United States complete to be crowned Canadian Champion. A whole equine weekend including Heavy horse pull competitions, ABRA Sanctioned Barrel Racing, Cattle Penning, Cattle Sorting,FREE Equine clinics (Harnessing)Trade show, great camping facilities, beer gardens, FUN FOR EVERYONE! www.cpcf.ca 1-888-611-0161
- Vegreville Fair Grounds
September 6, 2008
(Saturday)
- Polocrosse Canada
Calgary Club Tournament- Calgary Field
Calgary, AB- September 6, 2008, Calgary Club Tournament, Calgary Field. Contact Lesley at (403) 249-1831.
- Calgary Field
September 6 - 7, 2008
(Saturday - Sunday)
- Multiple Sclerosis Society
1st Annual Trail Ride to End MS- 11335 106 St NW
Ya Ha Tinda Ranch (near Sundrie)- Annual Trail Ride to end MS in support of finding a cure! Anyone is welcome to join from all over Alberta and the ride will take place in central Alberta. This event accommodates both the easy going rider venturing out for the day and also for that intermediate or even hardcore rider taking the 2 day trip camping at our chosen location Bighorn Campground. Contact 780 908 5800 to register or for more information.
- 11335 106 St NW
September 6 - 7, 2008
(Saturday - Sunday)
- Appaloosa Horse Club
Appaloosa Horse Show- Princess Louise Park Show Centre
Sussex, NB- Contact Christine Bell buckybell1@hotmail.com
- Princess Louise Park Show Centre
September 11 - 14, 2008
(Thursday - Sunday)
- DC Warmbloods present The Horse Ranch
Natural Horsemanship w/ Glenn Stewart- Snider Road (approx. 33km East of Smithers)
Smithers, BC- 'Confidence, Respect & Understanding' Evening Demonstration and Stage 1 Clinic where 'horse savvy' begins……creating a positive balance of trust and respect with your horse, eliminating many common problems and safety issues. Pre-register for demo & clinic EarlyBird Rates!! Contact: Kyla (250) 996-8026 or khas_tan@hotmail.com
- Snider Road (approx. 33km East of Smithers)
September 12 - 14, 2008
(Friday - Sunday)
- Canadian Clicker Centre
Advanced 3-Day Clicker Training Clinic with Alex Kurland- Millarville, AB
- This is an advanced clicker clinic, part of an ongoing series. Only for people and horses with at least some experience. Having taken a beginner's clinic or lessons is a prerequisite. Contact Ilse at 403 933 3823 for further details and website address.
- Millarville, AB
September 13 - 14, 2008
(Saturday - Sunday)
- Maritime Quarter Horse Association
Quarter Horse Show- Princess Louise Park Show Centre
Sussex, NB- Information at http://www.maritimeqha.com/
- Princess Louise Park Show Centre
September 14, 2008
(Sunday)
- Gala Ranch
Canadian Cowboy Mounted Shooters Clinic and Jackpot- Blackfalds, Alberta
From Hwy 2A North to Tsp 40-4 east to RR 26-4 south first farm on right- Please contact Cheryl (403) 348-7471 or Niels (403) 348-6582 www.canadianmountedshooters.com
- Blackfalds, Alberta
September 14, 2008
(Sunday)
- Hastings Lake Pleasure Horse Association
Fall Fun Horse Show- From Hiway 14 go south 2 kms on R.Rd. 204
rural Strathcona County- A horse show for all ages. Registration at 8:30 am with show to start at 9:30 am. Gymkhana in the afternoon. Ribbons to 6th place. Concession available. Rain out venue - Still Meadows Ranch. For info contact Muriel at 662-2434 or Anita at 662-3665.
- From Hiway 14 go south 2 kms on R.Rd. 204
September 16 - 18, 2008
(Tuesday - Thursday)
- Sussex Holstein Club
Holstein Show and Sale- Princess Louise Park Show Centre
Sussex- Contact Sam Freeze 506 433-6709
- Princess Louise Park Show Centre
September 18, 2008
(Thursday)
- CARD - The Community Association for Riding for the Disabled
A Magical Moment in Time - A special Benefit luncheon for CARD- Tournament of Champions, Caledon Equestrian Park
Palgrave, Ontario- Join the Community Association for Riding for the Disabled and the Tournament of Champions for a special benefit in support of CARD's therapeutic riding programs. The luncheon begins at 11:30 am in the VIP tent. Guests include Jason Portuondo from Sportsnet and Dax Adam, for CARD rider and Paralympic equestrian. Keynote will be delivered by Mac Cone, Silver Medallist in the team equestrian event at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Tickets are $100 per person, with a tax receipt available for the allowable portion. To order tickets, contact Lynn Klein at 416-667-8600 x82 or go to www.card.ca to download the order form.
- Tournament of Champions, Caledon Equestrian Park
September 19 - 21, 2008
(Friday - Sunday)
- Beef Producers
New Brunswick Beef Expo 2008- Princess Louise Park Show Centre
Sussex, NB- Exhibitors from across Canada bring beef cattle of all breeds to this event. Contact Gordie or Allyson Raymond, garay@nb.sympatico.ca
- Princess Louise Park Show Centre
September 19 - 21, 2008
(Friday - Sunday)
- Horsepower Junction
Certified John and Josh Lyons Horsemanship Clinic- Regina, Saskatchewan
- Featuring Shawn Seabrook- Canada's First Josh Lyons Accredited Trainer in Upper Level Performance riding. 3 Day clinic that will give you a better understanding of how your horse thinks and responds to help develop your own horse's learning pattern. No matter the level of rider or the equine discipline you will gain a better understanding of how you can communicate with your horse. Overnight boarding available.
- Regina, Saskatchewan
September 20, 2008
(Saturday)
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- Health, Harmony & Horses
Health, Harmony & Horses Conference & Trade Fair- Okotoks Agriplex
Okotoks, AB- A day for horse lovers of all disciplines to take in great information and presentations such as "Behind the Scenes of True Collection" by Josh Nichol, "Is Your Horse a Rock Star? An Introduction to Horse Personalities" by Dessa Hockley, "Chiropractic for Horses" by Dr. Bugg, "The Healing Power of Human Horse Relationships" by Sue McIntosh and much more... Visit www.healthharmonyhorses.ca, or call Sonja at (780)922-0752.
- Okotoks Agriplex
September 25 - 28, 2008
(Thursday - Sunday)
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- Riveriene Farm - Natural Horse & Rider
Parelli Natural Horsemanship Clinic- Saskatoon, SK
TBA- Parelli Clinic with Fawn Anderson, 3-Star Parelli Professional September 25. 26. 27 & 28th Location: TBA For information call Brenda at 306.665.8289 English, Western, novice or experienced riders welcome! Registry Deadline: July 15th, 2008
- Saskatoon, SK
September 26 - 29, 2008
(Friday - Monday)
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- TamRac Ranch/Tara Gamble
Jon Ensign Colt Starting and Horsemanship Clinics- Range Road 23527, Township Road 505
Beaumont- Clinic canceled due to extenuating circumstances. Hello all, Just wanted to let you know about an exciting clinic opportunity for you and your horse! TamRac Ranch, just 4 ½ km east of the church in Beaumont, AB (RR 234 and Twp 505) is pleased to have JON ENSIGN offer a 4 day colt starting and 3 day horsemanship clinic. Jon was recently invited to the Mane Event in Red Deer in April, and was a part of the trainer’s challenge, where he demonstrated his knowledge and experience. He is an international clinician who has partnered and worked with some of the industry’s finest including Dr. Robert Miller, Buck Brannaman and Ray Hunt. Jon’s style and passion for horses are apparent and he has a real gift. Don’t miss out on his Canadian clinic! Dates: Colt Starting: September 26,27,28,29, 2008 (9 am – 3 pm) Cost: $600 Horsemanship Clinic: September 26, 27,28, 2008 (5 pm – 8 pm) Cost: $350 Please call me at 780-945-7516 for the registration form and mail it directly to me with your non-refundable deposit (half of the clinic fee). You will be notified upon receipt. If you know someone else who may be interested, please feel free to pass this information along to them! Below is a guideline from Jon’s website that lists details of the clinic! Thanks very much, and looking forward to riding with you all! Please note there are private and semi-private outdoor turn out pens available for $12/day as well as box stalls available for $20/day. However space is limited and will be given on a first come first serve basis, please email me about this ASAP if you wish to reserve space. All outside horses must meet owner’s standards regarding vaccinations and condition. If you wish to rent a school horse for the clinic, please arrange with Tara directly. These cheques are made payable to TamRac Ranch. Tara Gamble, BSc. (Ag) #177, 150 Edwards Drive, SW Edmonton, AB T6X 1M4 I discovered clinician Jon Ensign at an equine expo in Brazil. I immediately recognized that he has the qualities necessary in an excellent horseman. The focus, the patience, the softness, the experience, and the empathy necessary for the optimum communication with the horse. — Dr Robert Miller 'TamRac Ranch' is a Proud Supporter of this site! Look for their listing in the Product and Service Directory.
- Range Road 23527, Township Road 505
September 26 - 29, 2008
(Friday - Monday)
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- TamRac Ranch/Tara Gamble
Jon Ensign Colt Starting and Horsemanship Clinics- Range Road 23427, Township Road 505
Beaumont, AB- Clinic canceled due to extenuating circumstances. Please contact Tara Gamble at 780-945-7516 for more details and registration forms!
- Range Road 23427, Township Road 505
September 27 - 28, 2008
(Saturday - Sunday)
- NB Percheron Horse Association
Percheron All Breed Draft Horse Show- Princess Louise Park Show Centre
Sussex, NB- Contact Melanie Graham
- Princess Louise Park Show Centre
September 28, 2008
(Sunday)
- CARD - The Community Association for Riding for the Disabled
Natural Horsemanship Clinic with D.J. Murtagh- 4777 Dufferin Street
Toronto- For more information, go to www.murtaghhorse.com or contact Abbey Simbrow, Executive Director, CARD at 416-667-8600 x78. To register, go to http://www.card.ca/SpecialEvents-EquestrianClinics.html to register.
- 4777 Dufferin Street
