Western States Paso Finos

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Our Calendar of Events and Activities is provided as a way to span the open spaces of the West and bring us together in a wide variety of equine activities.  We hope we have something for everyone, including Trail Rides, Clinics, Meetings, Expos, Parades, and Campouts.  While many of the activities focus on Paso Finos, we also list items for other Gaited and Non-Gaited Breeds, and Mules. 

 

Paso Fino News - FIVE Clinics Coming to Our Area:

Additional Paso Fino Clinics with Outstanding Trainers Offered in Idaho and Oregon

May 29-31: Nampa, Idaho - Birt Arena

Ten riders have already committed to a 3-day clinic with Vickie McQuinn of De los Mejores Paso Finos.  If the number of participants reaches 15 or more, Johnny Lanier will join Vicki to ensure each rider gets maximum benefit for themselves and their horse.  Start your spring tune-up over Memorial Day weekend, then boost your education with these great clinicians in Baker City, Oregon in early July.

Clinic Fee: $250 for 3 days.   Reserve Your Space Now, Deposit due by May 12, 2010. 
Contact Sandy Young at Idaho Paso Finos 
6800 E. Greenhurst Rd.  Nampa, ID 83686  208-442-9445 home, 208-867-4084 cell

May 29-31: Junction City, Oregon - Synergy Stables

Mary Schoenheit has announced dates for a Paso Fino clinic with Lynn Gallop, owner of Gracewood Farm Paso Finos in New Hill, NC.  The clinic will be held at Synergy Stables in Junction City, Oregon. Mary and her daughter Jerri have hosted previous clinics with Lynn, with her background as Paso Fino Judge, Breeder and Trainer Lynn makes her a knowledgeable and gentle clinician that can provide a wealth of information. It should be a fun weekend. Stabling and camping available at Synergy Stables, with trail riding on May 31st.  Details coming soon. 

Clinic $200* ($225 if registration received after May 1) Auditors $15/day or $25 for weekend. 
*Must be Northwest Paso Fino Horse Association member- $35 membership fee
Stalls $10/day or $25/weekend (Fri-Sun); includes bedding; you clean your stall. 
Camping $10/night or $25/weekend (Fri-Sun). Some hookups available. 
(Portion of proceeds after expenses benefits NWPFHA)

Contact: Mary Stadum maryschoenheit@gmail.com or 541-232-7702.  Visit us on the web at Synergy Stables

June 25-27: Athol, Idaho - Westwind Ranch Paso Fino

Adult and Youth Training Clinic & Trail Ride at Westwind Ranch
Featuring Master Elite Trainer Alberto Sierra!
Contact: Cindy Oswald 208-683-6062 or email cindy@westwindpasos.com for more information.

 

Clinics Featuring Renowned Trainers To Be Held in Baker City, Oregon

July 2-4, 2010:  Paso Finos for Pleasure Clinic

Conducted by national-level trainers, Johnny Lanier and Vickie McQuinn of De Los Mejores Paso Finos. Long time favorite clinicians of adult and youth riders Johnny and Vickie have decades of experience in all aspects of Paso Finos. They recently relocated from California to the East Coast, so don't miss out on a wonderful opportunity to work with these knowledgeable and fun clinicians.

Clinic Fee: $225 for 3 days.  Audit: $25/day.  Limited participation. 
Reserve Your Space Now, Deposit due by June 1, 2010. 
Contact Dee at GSR Paso Finos or 541-519-2036.  More info at Golden Sunset Ranch Paso Finos 

This clinic is a pre-requisite to the one-day Mountain Trail session that follows.

July 5, 2010:  Get a Taste of Mountain Trail on Your Paso Fino

Join world-record Mountain Trail Champions JoLinn and Mitch Hoover of MJ Rising H Ranch. 
Low-stress introduction to working your Paso Fino through trail obstacles. 

Session Fee: $75.  The Paso Finos for Pleasure Clinic is a prerequisite for Mountain Trail.
Limited participation.  Reserve Your Space Now, Deposit due by June 1, 2010. 
Contact Dee at GSR Paso Finos or 541-519-2036.  More info at Golden Sunset Ranch Paso Finos 
 

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