The C1's were studying this weekend at Ashley's house. They worked on their wrapping, vet knowledge, plans for warm-up etc.
We had two special guests speak to the girls. The first was Suzanne Kline who had just returned from the study session the C2's were having in Ocala. Her talk with the girls went over the importance of mental preparation and and a mature approach to the rating. She also encouraged them to go into it as a supportive team.
Our next speaker Marcelo Barros of WB Equestrian: http://www.wbequestrian.com/ donated some of his valuable time teaching the girls about conformation for a jumper. He pointed out important angles, and plumb lines that enable a horse to travel well. He showed us how even a two year old can move brilliantly if he has good conformation. (Special thanks to Gabriela and Joker for their demonstration.) He emphasized that while the right conformation provides the horse with the tools to travel well, it is his 'heart' and mind that decide his jumping potential.
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That was a very fun weekend, and we actually did learn a lot, im now pointing out poisonous plants at my school. Yes the teachers are amazed. And thank you Marcelo! We learned a lot from you!
Ashley
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