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As part of our mission to educate riders so they can enjoy the best experiences with their horses, Barnes Ranch offers seminars and clinics throughout the year. Gerrie and/or Jeff Barnes conduct these activities and serve as the instructors and clinicians. For more information on Gerrie and Jeff, click on the link under Speaker, Clinician & Demonstrations. For specific dates and times of our seminars and clinics, please refer to the Printable Schedule. You can find Travel Directions and Lodging to the left. |
One of our popular programs is the Horse Basics Series. Today, many people purchase smaller acreage properties to enjoy a rural lifestyle that includes horses. This series serves as a resource to educate horse buyers and owners about the process of buying horses that match the riders’ needs and skill levels; and how to maintain the horses with an appropriate quality of life.
- Basics of Buying a Horse (8-hour Seminar)
- Basics of Owning a Horse (8-hour Seminar)
Following the series, you can schedule a private lesson learning the basics and safe techniques for grooming, tacking, and handling a horse.
| “Very thorough. You have thought of everything. This is the most wonderful series.” |
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Patt
Kingsbury |
Being
the Herd Leader: Gaining Your Horse’s Respect (1 Day
Clinic)
Understand natural horse behavior and how to use the flight and herd instincts to gain your horse’s respect. Obtain a greater understanding of how men and women interact differently with horses and how to adjust your individual style to maximize safety and enjoyment of your horse. Bring your own horse to this clinic. See Flyer
Cattle
Control & Cowboy Day Work Clinic (2-day Clinic)
Practice safe cattle control in the indoor arena; then, round up cattle, drive them through the trees, over the seasonal creek, up and down hills to the open pasture, and back home. See Flyer
Bring your own horse to this clinic. Cattle provided. Lots of fun and no prior cattle experience needed.
The Introduction to VRH 3-day Clinic introduces the multi-skilled Versatility Ranch Horse (VRH) as a class-by-class format in a low stress, professionally presented and supportive environment. The riders gain information, experience, and confidence to successfully go forward, meeting their own personal goals.
Versatility Ranch Horse – Rookie & Intermediate Skill-Building Programs
The VRH Skill Building Programs at Barnes Ranch offer opportunities for riders and horses of all ages, skill levels, and breeds to learn and/or enhance their skills in the multi-skilled event of Versatility Ranch Horse. The programs offer clinics and practices customized for the three Colorado ranch horse associations: NVRHA, AQHA, and ASHA
Easy Registration:
Online with credit card or PayPal – click “Register”
Snail Mail – Click on the “Registration Form” button on the left
| "Gerrie and Jeff Barnes are superb trainers. They give instruction and practical exercises tailored to the skill-level of each participant." |
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John
W. Smith |
| "Thanks again for yesterday's clinic. After seeing the positive effects of your suggestions on my horse I plan to incorporate them into my everyday riding. Gerrie, you are an outstanding teacher and I wish I could have a teacher like you on a regular basis. You made the day fun and I appreciate how you were able to give the more advanced riders and me a chance to learn at the level of our ability." |
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Carol M.
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