mapquest  - I am at the END of Twilight Vista, on the right. (mapquest shows it further up the street).

For a photos of recent events, please visit www.MonicaAdams.com

All our events are open to the public and we do not charge auditing fees.   However, donations are welcome!

May 17, 2008  7:00 p.m.

Photo courtesy of Eric Webb and Erin Bobo

Equine-Librium

Advanced Myofascial Release for Horse and Rider

Who can benefit from this demonstration?

* Riders, Trainers, and Owners
* Competitors at any level and in any discipline such
   as, but not limited to:

   Dressage, Hunter, Jumper, Eventing, Reigning,  Endurance and racing.

What will I learn in this demonstration?

* How MFR differs from Massage, Chiropractic and EquineTouch

May 18, 2008  Sunday

Renee Lopez and Bill Askins having fun riding 3rd Level Pas de Deux movements -
April 19th Reinhard A. Dorsch Clinic at Retama Equestrian Center, Selma, Texas.
Photo: Laurie Virkstis

(There will also be a similar clinic at Retama Equestrian Center on Saturday, May 17th)




 

 Pas de Deux/Quadrille Clinic with Reinhard Dorsche - Second in the series

Are you ready to have some fun??
 
Classes offered for individual, 2, 4 or more riders.
 
Have fun and learn how to ride patterns, movement with 2 or more riders with an experienced professional, Reinhard Dorsch.

More about Reinhard:
 http://www.horsegazette.com/Monthly_Features/08-Feb/Feb08-Index.html
 
Email Kay if you can attend.
Kay@TheyDeserveTheBest.com

11:30 Lunch (bring a dish if you can, but, we'll have something for us regardless!  Also, at lunch we plan to have a presentation on the finer points of riding in pairs and also some video of an 8 rider Grand Quadrille.

 

May 22, 2008 (Thursday)

 

Photo courtesy of HyCourt website

Janet Manley from HyCourt Farms

Janet will be coming once a month, if not more, for private lessons at L&L.   Lessons begin at 10:00 for one hour.

More information on Janet:

http://www.hycourtfarm.com/

Born, educated and trained in England, Janet brings twenty-four years of experience in dressage and eventing to the Hy Court program.  After attaining her B.H.S.I.I. certification, she coached riders to regional and national eventing championships in the United States.  Hy Court Farm began using Janet's talents in 1995.

Janet is known for her ability to help horses reach their potential.  After carefully considering the needs of each horse, she works closely with the other team members to create the best plan for the individual.

Janet conducts clinics and teaches private lessons to help educate riders and owners on how to make the most of their relationships with horses. 

LIne up so far:

10:00  Kay Skillern/ True Liebe
11:00  Judy Elliott / Rocky
12:00  tentative

Email or call Janet for a slot.

Phone:  512-581-3032
Email:  janet@hycourtfarm.com

May 25, 2008  (Sunday)

Photo courtesy of Monica Adams

Michael Vermaas Clinic - 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.   

www.MichaelVermaas.com 

Sylvia Loch listed Michael as one of the top 15 Classical Dressage trainers in the world. 
Come audit - it's free!  And, so is lunch!  If you can bring a dish, please do - we really enjoyed all the great dishes that were brought last month!

Here is a link to the Horse Gazette December issue, front page article on Michael by
Ingrid Edison, photography by Monica Adams:

http://www.horsegazette.com/Monthly_Features/07-Dec/Dec07-Index.html

This clinic is full already, but, come hang out!

Kay@TheyDeserveTheBest.com

8:00  Kay Skillern / Valentine (Michael riding)
8:50  Manon Lemoine / Brazos
9:40  Robin Whittenbaugh / Tach  
 
10:30 break

10:40  FernThomassy / Eclipse (jumping)
11:30  Kay Skillern / True Liebe

12:20  Lunch

1:10   Genoka Thomassy / Xena (jumping) 
2:00   Genoka Thomassy / Belle
2:50   Donna Barrett / Vorta

3:40   break

3:50   Rachele Misiti / Monk
4:40   Terri Wilson / Romeo
5:30   Monica Adams / Guinnie

Go to www.MonicaAdams.com to view past clinic photos! 

This will be the last one before September!  Unless we change our minds.. I'm getting a lot of flack for this decision..  but, it gets TOO HOT.

June, 2008 

 

Greg McKee Equine Dentist

Greg McKee has had to postpone this trip until sometime in June.   We will notify all when it is rescheduled.

Contact Dr. Madalyn Ward, DVM, to schedule appointments.  He may stay over one extra day if demand warrants  Email Madalyn at madvet1@aol.com; (512) 288-0428 is still her office number.

Ingrid Edison can send you a copy of his CV upon request.  She has used him with her five horses for the last 4 years or so and has been pleased.  He worked on both my mares last year with very good results.   I recommend him highly.

Must bring Coggins within one year.

Dates: September 28th with rain date of Oct. 5th
October 26th with rain date of November 2nd
November 30th with rain date of Dec. 7th.
Contact: ingrid.dressage@prodigy.net (512) 217-2397. Prize list coming soon.

 

May 10, 2008 

Photo courtesy of Monica Adams

Bobbie Paulk Clinic

Wonderful day and great food by Ingrid and those that brought food, thank you!  

Join us for another relaxing day of learning with "R" judge and well known clinician, Bobbie Paulk. Auditing and food is free.   Carribean is the theme for lunch (by Ingrid)!

ClinicOrganizer:  Ingrid Edisen; 217-2397 

At left, Kae Nelson enjoying her ride with Bobbie!

This is the official lineup:

April 26, 2008 

THIS IS A MUST ATTEND EVENT

7:00 PM

Aussie Logic Nutrition Clinic

This was well attended and I heard from quite a few that they were glad they came as the information was very good and not widely known.   I'm hoping to have some clips of this on the website soon as well as some written information.  

AUSSIE LOGIC - HORSES ARE THEIR PASSION

This is not just a Nutrition Clinic

Dr. Geoff Thomas, forage geneticist and animal nutrition specialist
Dale Moulton, Equine Behavioral Sciences Consultant
Dr. John Cusak, Equine Veterinarian

It is doubtful we can have these men together again here in Austin to share their expertise and insights into the truth about the equine digestive system and the equine mind.

This is new information for most of us and it is real eye opener.

The results are speaking for themselves
FEED SMART. PROBLEM SOLVED.

7:00 P.M.  Held outside under the big oak tree by the guest house.  Snacks in the guest house.

Go to http://aussielogic.com/html/questions.html
for more information.

Email Kay if you can attend. 
Kay@TheyDeserveTheBest.com

April 13, 2008  (Sunday)

Photo courtesy of Monica Adams

Michael Vermaas Clinic - 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

You know, this was the best one yet - 10 horses, each one very different- the weather was beautiful (though VERY windy) and everyone brought a dish and it was all DELICIOUS.  Thanks everybody!!!    

Sylvia Loch listed Michael as one of the top 15 Classical Dressage trainers in the world. 
Come audit - it's free!  And, so is lunch!

Here is a link to the Horse Gazette December issue, front page article on Michael by
Ingrid Edison, photography by Monica Adams:

http://www.horsegazette.com/Monthly_Features/07-Dec/Dec07-Index.html

 We have clinics once a month.  Email for a spot!  We have a spot or two available so, email me ASAP!

Kay@TheyDeserveTheBest.com

Go to www.MonicaAdams.com to view past clinic photos! 

 
8:50  Manon Lemoine / Brazos
9:40  Robin Whittenbaugh / Tach  
 
10:30 break

10:40 Kay Skillern / True Liebe
11:30 Genoka Thomassy / Belle

12:20  Lunch

1:10   Kay Skillern / Valentine (Michael riding)
2:00   Rachele Misiti / Monk
2:50   Fern Thomassy / Xena/Eclipse (depends)

3:40   break

3:50   Terri Wilson / Romeo
4:40   Monica Adams / Guinnie
5:30   Genoka Thomassy / Xena
 

Only one more Michael clinic (in May) before summer when we take a break for the summer heat, so, join us if you can!
 

April  6, 2008

 

Bare Bones Show - 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

This was definitely the best one yet.  We had perfect weather, a terrific turnout, amazing parking direction from John and lots of help from everyone..  tons of gorgeous horses, lovely riders..  a wonderful day.  Please go to www.MonicaAdams.com to see photos!!

Next year I will have an arena irrigation system!

Rain Date:  April 13th

This is a FUN DRESSAGE SHOW!   Lots of tasty snacks, drinks and sitting out on the new 'observation deck' enjoying our friends.   Leslie Cummings, 'L' judge out of Alvin, judging. 

We are also offering a 'Sporthorse Versatility Class' and 2 Prix Caprilli classes this time.  

The Show Bill to the left is Michael Vermaas on Hanoverian Gelding, Magnificent, in the L&L Boarding arena.   Show bill and program cover courtesy of Monica Adams, professional horse photographer and website designer.   www.WebsitesVoila.com and www.MonicaAdams.com

Show Organizer:  Ingrid Edisen; 217-2397 or ingrid.dressage@prodigy.net

We have a new back entrance to the round pen warm up ring so as not to disturb the ride in progress.   Also, the warm up area has being groomed and expanded this week! I think everyone will be really happy with the improvements to the facility.

Go to www.MonicaAdams.com to view past Show photos!

Ride Times:  Email Ingrid for ride times.. I can't seem to get it to work on here..  :-(

Here is the link to the Sporthorse Versatility protocol at the show:

http://www.foundation2success.com/images/Document - Bare Bones - Apr 6 -  Obstacle Course.pdf

Photo courtesy of Cornerstones website

Photo courtesy of KSkillern at event

Photo courtesy of KSkillern at event

This could not have been more fun - major improvements from the last one for everyone!!  Thank you, Janet!

For more information on this new way to have fun and grow with your horse, go to:

http://www.foundation2success.com/Clinics.htm

To be Conducted by Linda Hoover/Janet Manley

10 a.m. start
2 hour blocks of up to seven riders each
Learn how to make your horse's life more interesting by overcoming obstacles

$65 per horse-rider pair
$50 for Pony Club members

This one will be a warm up for the show the next day.

Email Kay Skillern : Kay@TheyDeserveTheBest.com
or call:  512-288-8450

Ride Times:

GROUP1   10:00 - 12:00

Nancy Gilkyson
Rosie
Christine Gaussiran
Sherry Riceberg
Rebecca Bradley
PJ Hardin

GROUP 2   12:00 - 2:00

Robin Wittenbaugh
Ulli Crane
Kay Skillern
Bonney Conway
Beverley Smith
Sherry Riceberg

GROUP 3   2:00 - 4:00

Beveley Smith
Linda Garriott
Summer Bell
Chani Wells
Keira Hand

March 30, 2008  (a Sunday)

 Photo courtesy of Monica Adams

Photo courtesy of Laurie Virkstis (doesn't this look like fun?)

Pas de Deux Clinic with Reinhard Dorsch - 1st in the series

Ok, folks, this was FUN.  Be sure to sign up for the next one!!! 

Individual / Pas de Deux  for Fun or Competition with:
 
Reinhard Dorsch,
former Coach & Trainer for the Royal Lipizzaner Stallion Show for 5 years.
 
Are you ready to have some fun or ride like a pro??
Private or group instruction available.
 
Classes offered for individual, or two riders.
 
Have fun and learn how to ride patterns, movement with two or more riders with an experienced professional, Reinhard Dorsch.
More about Reinhard:
 
http://www.horsegazette.com/Monthly_Features/08-Feb/Feb08-Index.html
 
Clinic fees are VERY reasonable. Clinic will include handouts to help educate riders about patterns, movements. Additional clinic already scheduled for Sunday, April 27th. This clinic has been very popular - Reserve your space now!
 
*$70 per student for individual private lesson 45 min (Intro to Grand Prix) -
Custom lesson for your needs OR show preparation.
  *$55 per student for a (group of 2) for 60 min (near same level riders, all levels) -
Custom lesson for your needs or show preparation. Pas de Deux for fun or
competition � please specify in advance
   *$45 per student for a (group of 4 - 6 ) for 90 min (near same level riders, all levels)
Quadrille for fun or competition � please specify in advance
 
Email Kay Skillern ASAP to reserve your spot for this unique opportunity.
Kay Skillern at kay@theydeservethebest.com

Clinic lineup:

9:00 Linda Garriott / Kay Skillern
10:00 Elizabeth Claus
11:00 Cynthia Castleberry / Rose Hintz

12:00 Lunch - Reinhard had handouts for us all

1:00 Judy Gibney / Bobbie Pollard
2:00 Patti Parent / Mary Klein
3:00 Open
 

March 22, 2008 

Photo courtesy of Monica Adams

Bobbie Paulk Clinic

Another perfect Bobbie day - weather was glorious and the 'high tea' was really fun - got all the crystal and silver out!

Join us for another relaxing day of learning with "R" judge and well known clinician, Bobbie Paulk. Auditing and food is free.

ClinicOrganizer:  Ingrid Edisen; 217-2397 

At left, Kae Nelson enjoying her ride with Bobbie!

8  Linda Garriott
9  Robin Whittenbaugh
10 Rachel Misiti
11 Jayne Hertel

LUNCH 12-1

1  Jackie Gates
2  Rebekah Hinnant
3  Dominique LeBaron
4  Jayne Hertel

March 16, 2008  (Sunday)

Photo courtesy of Monica Adams

Michael Vermaas Clinic - 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.    

We had a very fun day.  Robin Whittenbaugh rode her PMU mare, Cinder, for the first time in the arena, and I rode my 3 year old Valentine for the first time as well.  Both were started by Michael and both girls are happy in their new jobs and it shows.  We are both thrilled with their speedy progress and attitudes.  Genoka Thomassey had a fun jumping lesson on her Andalusian mare, Xena - that girl can jump!   Be sure to come audit the next clinic or ride.  You don't know what you are missing.

Sylvia Loch listed Michael as one of the top 15 Classical Dressage trainers in the world. 
Come audit - it's free!  And, so, is the homemade Mexican food for lunch this time!

Here is a link to the Horse Gazette December issue, front page article on Michael by
Ingrid Edison, photography by Monica Adams:

http://www.horsegazette.com/Monthly_Features/07-Dec/Dec07-Index.html

 We have clinics once a month.  Email for a spot!  We have a couple of spots that came available for this one, so, email me ASAP!

Kay@TheyDeserveTheBest.com

Go to www.MonicaAdams.com to view past clinic photos! 

8:00   Kay Skillern / True Liebe
8:50   Manon Lemoine / Brazos
9:40   Robin Whittenbaugh / Tach  
 
10:30 break

10:40  Genoka Thomassey/Xena (jumping)
11:30  Rachele Misiti / Monk

12:20  Lunch

1:10   Fern Thomassey / Eclipse
2:00   Kay Skillern / Valentine
2:50   Robin Whittenbaugh / Cinder

3:40   break

3:50   Available
4:40   Available
 

Photo courtesy of Cornerstones website

THIS WAS FANTASTIC AND A MUST DO- everyone who did this was amazed at what an eye opener it was..  COME TO THE NEXT ONE APRIL 5TH!!

For more information on this new way to have fun and grow with your horse, go to:

http://www.foundation2success.com/Versatility.htm

To be Conducted by Linda Hoover/Janet Manley at L&L Boarding, 10718 Twilight Vista, Austin

12 p.m. start
2 hour blocks of up to five riders each
Learn how to make your horse's life more interesting by overcoming obstacles

$65 per horse-rider pair
$50 for Pony Club members
($25 deposit required by March 8th)

Email Kay Skillern : Kay@TheyDeserveTheBest.com
or call:  512-288-8450

Here are the ride times;

NOON- 2PM

HELEN MEHAN
JAQUE RICO
KAREN HOLMES
BETTY LAYTON
CHRISTINE GAUSSIRAN
LAURA STRAUSBERG
VERONICA PEDERSON

2PM- 4PM

KAY SKILLERN
INGRID EDISEN
ROBIN WHITTENBAUGH
JUDY GIBNEY
MONICA ADAMS
MANDI HOFFMAN

February 23, 2008

HOTCC (Heart of Texas Cavy Club) Show in Victoria, Texas

In conjunction with ARBA Rabbit show.

This was fun.

Heart of Texas Cavy Club

February 17, 2008  (Sunday)

Photo courtesy of Monica Adams
 

Michael Vermaas Clinic - 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.    

Yet another beautiful Sunday watching Michael work with all levels of riders and horses with all sorts of different issues.   We had a terrific time.   I hope to see more people out at the next one (3/16).   Come sit on the new 'observation deck' with the stainless steel cooler and firepit and hang out with your friends.   Life is good!!

Sylvia Loch listed Michael as one of the top 15 Classical Dressage trainers in the world.   Come audit - it's free!

 We have a clinic with Michael once a month.  Email Kay at:

Kay@TheyDeserveTheBest.com

Go to www.MonicaAdams.com to view past clinic photos!  And, look for the Horse Gazette December issue, front page article on Michael by Ingrid Edison, photography by Monica Adams.

8:00   Kay Skillern / True Liebe
8:50   Manon Lemoine / Brazos
9:40  Robin Whittenbaugh / Tach  
 
10:30 break

10:40  Barbara Carstens / Bellagio
11:30  Roberto / CR Versace

12:20  Lunch

1:10   Jessie Brattengeier / Fred
2:00   Rachele Misiti / Monk
2:50   Roberto / CR Versace

3:40   break

3:50   Helen Shaw / Sundance
4:40   Melanie Schaubhut / Teddy
5:30   Kay Skillern / Raphaela Valentine

The last slot with Valentine will be a round penning demonstration by Valerie Hobam-Pope.

 I will send out an email to all the participants on Saturday regarding the weather, but, it looks like we are going to luck out once again and have a gorgeous day on Sunday! 

February 9,  2008 

Photo courtesy of Ginny Robinson

Trail Ride Packing Clinic

            THIS WAS FANTASTIC - we all hope she     gives another one.  We may be planning to get a group together for a trail ride in Bandera this year!

Back by demand! Many folks were caught up in the championship frenzy during the fall but wanted a trail riding clinic re-deaux so here it is! Only this time, we are offering coco and chocolate selections for the gnoshing--chicken mole enchiladas (hey, that's got some chocolate in it!); godiva coffee drinks (Yuummm!); for later, chili with some cinammon and chocolate mixed in (intriguing!); chocolate pots de creme; brownies. You get the picture....

That's the fun food...but here's to the "meat" of the matter: Feb. 9th, Sat., 9-12. $35 to audit (includes food).
Held at Kay Skillern's facility in Oak Hill, TX. 10718 Twilight Vista. Checks to made out to Ginny Robinson.

Come and enjoy a morning of talking about nothing but horses and vacations! Ginny Robinson will present ways to do short and long camping trips with your favorite animal, your horse! She has ridden the Continental Divide Trail and Wilderness areas across the Rocky Mountains for twenty years. "It's more fun taking your horse with you on a vacation," she explains. Ring work and all the skills you've taught your horse at home can be put to practical use on the trail. Your trip can be a short simple overnight, close to Austin, or onto scenic Idaho, Colorado, Wyoming destinations. She will teach you how to plan, pack, and prepare for your trip. Handouts provided. This will give you beautiful options you and your horse can enjoy for a lifetime. Plan to join us if adventure and a change from your routine sounds intriguing.

Power point presentation with stirring music and lecture. Hands on demonstrations of how to tie a high-line and how to pack and make ready a trailer. Relax, eat, and learn.

Contact Ingrid Edisen (organizer) at ingrid.dressage@prodigy.net or cell 217-2397 (Austin number, area code 512).