04/08/2023
Show season is upon us! Taking braiding and grooming appointments now for spring, summer, and fall. Get your list to me ASAP! I will be braiding at CHP for spring and summer and most likely fall.
Double Duty Grooming (groom and braid):
Will do in-state or travel for double duty for boutique clientele. Will do double duty for counts of no more than 4 hunters. (Jumpers I could allow more per day). If you need grooming for more than 4, I will only groom then set you up with a reputable Braider.
Braiding only:
For in-state braiding only (no grooming) I will take as many as feasible each night. For out of state braiding only (no grooming) I need a guaranteed count of 6 or more each night. No leave-in charge but will insist tails are redone each day as needed. Late adds will be charged a fee.
Full grooming includes stall cleaning, feeding, daily care, longing, night check, medications, cleaning, set up and tear down. I will arrive before the horses to bed and prep stalls. I am also available to join your team of grooms if you have such a need.
First come, first served. Get organized as we all know there is a shortage of braiders and we need to be prepared so you’re not left high and dry.
My intended schedule for Colorado thus far: (subject to change)
Colorado horse park spring series
Colorado horse park summer series
Estes Park Copper Penny CHJA shows
Colorado horse park fall series
Will consider if viable:
New Mexico series
Kentucky Horse Park Summer, pony finals, hunter finals
Nebraska series
California (Blenheim) finals
Traverse City (Jr finals)
Or any other locale within a two day drive from Colorado.
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➡️ I’m available for judging local and schooling shows. Many years experience with great references. I run a safe ring and encourage riders to get feedback.
➡️ I also conduct clinics for the new riders who want to start showing. I cover:
prepping your horse to show,
show protocols,
how to fill out an entry form,
Membership requirements,
what is needed to show,
organization at the show,
how to read a posted course,
warm up ring tactics and safety,
packing the tack trunk,
managing show nerves,
what the judge sees,
rules,
what to expect at the show and more!
Contact me if you are interested in booking a clinic of judging!