Youth Program
2012 is a great time to get involved with the RMHA Youth! RMHA Free Youth Clinic for Current RMHA Youth Members March 3, 2012 DeWeese Farms in Franklin, KY Contacts: Penny DeWeese penny1435@aol.comor Julia Tucker bobbytucker@bellsouth.net Sign up by February 22, 2012 Starts at 9:00 am Central Time Clinic will be held regardless of weather. All Youth are welcome to attend. Each youth may bring one horse, not required. If you bring a horse, you must have a current Coggins and Health Certificate. Up to 8 stalls are available for overnight stabling. Available on a first come basis. There are plug ins available for your trailer at the DeWeese barn or a discounted room rate is available at the Comfort Inn in Franklin. Please contact Penny at penny1435@aol.comto arrange hook ups, stabling or discounted room rates. Must sign Liability Waiver form. Weather permitting, a trail ride will take place on Sunday, March 4, time to be determined. RMHA Youth Clinic for Current RMHA Youth Members AGENDA March 3, 2012 DeWeese Farms in Franklin, KY 8:30-9:00 am Arrive, unload and groom – do not tack up (Central Time Zone) 9:00-9:15 am Penny DeWeese & all Presenters Welcome and review Agenda 9:15 – 10:00 Julie & Mary Kelley Tucker Grooming basics – Horse & Exhibitor 10:00-11:00 Julie & Mary Kelley Tucker Showmanship – Why do it?, How do I make my Horse stand? How do I figure out when and where to move? 11:00-12:00 Henry Elam and Terry Lawson What is a gait? What is right? What is wrong? What difference does my farrier make? 12:00-1:00 Penny DeWeese Lunch Provided – tack up your horse when finished eating 1:00-2:30 Henry Elam and Terry Lawson Rail work – riding instructions 2:30-4:00 Robert Lawson, Stoner Ridge Trail Obstacle instructions 4:00-6:00 Julie & Mary Kelley Tucker Fun and Games with Horses Evening DeWeese Farms Dinner & Bon Fire Sunday DeWeese Farms Trail Ride
Information
ATTENTION YOUTH!!!
We want you to know…
Do you like to trail ride with your Rocky??
· Did you know… you can join the Youth division of the RMHA Trail Pleasure Program?!
Why not sign up to log those miles and enjoy the awards?!
Details under Events & Program tab - RMHA Trail Pleasure Program link.
Do you like a little added competition on the trails??
· Did you know… the RMHA has a rated trail program with judged obstacles?!
Get the details and dates of upcoming rides under the Events & Program Tab- Rated Trail Program link
Do you like to take your Rocky to the shows??
· Did you know… there are classes available for you?!
Check out the Events & Programs tab - Show Program & Results link for show bills
Do you and your Rocky do it all?
· Did you know… there is a Youth Awards Program that lets you track points from a variety of activities and receive recognition Levels 1 to 4?!
Find all the information and log sheet under the Events & Programs tab-Youth Program Link
Do you want to get involved but need some help?
· Did you know…there are youth clinics offered to help you and your horse?!
So far this year we have enjoyed a rated trail clinic practicing obstacles, and a youth clinic covering everything from basic horsemanship, to barrels, poles, and dressage!
Check the website www.rmhorse.com often for upcoming clinic information.
Do you plan to go to college and could use some extra cash?
· Did you know… there is an RMHA Youth Scholarship Program?
Application and information available under the Events & Programs tab-Youth Program Link
So now you know - what are you waiting for?
You and your Rocky have a lot to do!!!
*** TO STAY IN THE KNOW…Sign up for YOUTH ALERTS! ***
Just send your email address or contact information to Angela Jaggers, Youth Committee Chair marcumvalley@windstream.net
Following are a few photos from the 2010 RMH Youth Round-Up held at Stoner Ridge Farm May 22, 2010. It was a great day of learning that was enjoyed by all.
NEW Youth Awards program with four award levels. You can earn points through riding, fundraising, breed promotion and much more! There are two age divisions: 11 and under and ages 12 to 17. You must earn your points from a variety of activities. You will find a list of the activities that qualify for points and a log sheet to track your points here under the Youth Awards Program. There will be awards for each level achieved, so print your log sheet and start recording your points for Level 1 today! If you still have questions or need help with anything, please let us know.
Wouldn’t you love to see yourself here on the web? Show off how much you love your Rocky and send in those photos!
We hope that you have a great 2010 with your favorite Rocky!
Click here for information on the Youth Award Program
RMHA Youth Scholarship Program
Announcing a new youth program: The RMHA Youth Scholarship Program
Monetary donations of any amount are welcome and greatly appreciated. All donations should be made out to the RMHA Youth Scholarship Program. Mail this check along with a note to the RMHA Headquarters, 4037 Iron Works Parkway, Suite 160, Lexington, KY 40511.
If you would like to honor someone or even that special horse with a donation of at least $500 to the RMHA Youth Scholarship, contact Angela Jaggers, Youth Committee Chair at marcumvalley@windstream.net or RMHA Executive Director at execdir7@rmhorse.com for details.
Click here for more information on the RMHA Youth Scholarship Program.
Youth Division of the RMHA Trail Pleasure Program
RMHA Youth, age 17 and under, can now enroll for a fee of $20 with annual renewal of only $20.00. For details on the RMHA Trail Pleasure Program, please go to the Trail Pleasure Section of the website.
