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Dehner Boots President, Jeff Ketzler is coming!

Jeff Ketzler, president of the Dehner Boot Company will be here at Equine Gatherings during the Celebration of the Horse. (Sept 27 and 28)  Here is your chance to have your boots measured by the ultimate pro!  If you've been anticipating your next pair of Dehner's, take advantage of this rare opportunity. 

Call the store to make an appointment at 810-678-8000.

Catherine Siterlet is coming!

Animal communicator, Cathy Siterlet, will be here offering her services during The Celebration of the Horse on September 27 and 28.  We are taking appointments for her now so give us a call and we'll set you up!

(If you haven't experienced Cathy's talents before.....you should really give it a try.  It is a memorable experience.)

Uckele is Coming!

Most of you know that we now carry the wonderful line of nutritional products and supplements from Uckele.  Headquartered in Blissfield, Michigan, they have been around for 40 years now and have earned a reputation as a leader in developing and manufacturing the highest quality of equine nutritional supplements available.

Don't miss this special opportunity to come and visit with a Uckele representative....this Thursday, August 28 from 6-8 p.m. 

Volunteers Needed

Celebration of the Horse is a big undertaking and we are still looking for volunteers for the weekend. 

If you can share a few hours over the weekend, we will be asking you to help man the information booth or be a parade spotter or .....who knows what.  We need you though so give us a call or email and let us know if you can help.  (Saturday, Sept. 27 and/or Sunday, Sept. 28)

Thank you!

So....you want to be a vet???

If you know of any young person who is considering veterinary medicine as a potential career....send them to Equine Gatherings for our program Thursday, August 21 at 6 p.m. 

Blue Water Equine Hospital is "sharing" two of their interns with us for our Talk to the Pro Night. Dr. Ryback and Dr. Rosenberg (Michigan State and Cornell) will be here to talk about vet school and answer any questions you may have! 

Parade!!!!!!!!

Come join us for this year's

Celebration of the Horse Parade!!! 

This year, the parade will be on Sunday at 1:00 p.m.  We'll have small gifts for each participant as well as some prizes!  You can click here to download and print a form or give us a call and we will put one in the mail to you. 

It's a great parade...(all horses...no fire engines, ambulances or anything with a siren!).  Come have fun with us!

What's on Sale?

Ariat Show Coats are 50% off!

Ariat Breeches are 20% off

Ariat Show Shirts are 20% off

Summer breeches are 20% off

Summer shirts are 20% off

Fly sheets are 20% off

All remaining Western Tack is 30% off

Area Clinics Scheduled

I thought you may be interestesd in the following clinics!

The Club at Mount Christie Equestrian Facility in Oxford will present Debbi Johnson on September 20th for a Trail Riding Clinic.

A few of the topics she will be covering are:

• Introducing Your Horse to the Trail
• Solving Trail Problems
• De-spooking
• Crossing Obstacles
• Arena and Trail Work
• Question and answer luncheon

For reservations or more info, call 248-431-7161

Find out more at www.mountchristiehorseclinic.com

Also of Interest

Gallopin Gals Horse Day Camp For Women!

August 24 and September 21

10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

This is a fun and informative clinic presented by clinician, Carol Ley, to improve your riding, build your confidence, and keep you and your horse working together. 

For more info, contact Lise Mouthaan at lisem@centuryte.net

And Last But Not Least!

Dianna McPhail of Traverse City, MI will be hosting a 2 day retreat.

On The Right Lead

Embody the Spirit of a Horse

A weekend of emotional safety. We will "feel" the emotional genius of a horse. No riding or horse experience is required.

For more info, visit www.mind-bodyintuition.com

Celebration of the Horse.

Get in those Celebration ads!

An investment in our program for Celebration of the Horse is a good one.  The program is a keeper and your info will be a resource for everyone who leaves the festival with one.   Get those ads to us as soon as you can! 

We are also looking for horses for breed displays, parade participants and volunteers. Give us a call!!!!

810-678-8000

Program re-scheduled

Tonight's (Thursday, July 31) program has been re-scheduled to August 7....But....come to Metamora anyway!  Visit us at Equine Gatherings and then walk next door with your blanket, lawn chairs and appetite (slow-cooked Bar-b-que chicken, ice cream, snow cones) and listen to music under the stars.  Tonights performers call themselves Eilerson.  I'll see you there after the store closes at 8:00! 

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Thursday July 3, 6-8 pm It’s movie and popcorn night at Equine Gatherings – we hope you will join us!!!!

Thursday July 10, 6-8pm Looking for alternatives to conventional horse care? Do you have an older horse that you would like to see healthier? Dina Stark, affiliate of The Natural Horse Vet (Dr. Dan Moore), will tell us all about their mission to find alternatives to drugs and chemicals for people pets and horses. Controversial yet cutting edge information that you won’t want to miss.
 

Thursday July 17, 6-8 pm Carol Becker, trainer/instructor from Unicorn Farms in Oxford.   All about Driving!   

Thursday July 24, 6-8 pm Nicole Gabriel Kundalini Yoga Certified Teacher, RYT 200 will be in the gathering room tonight to explain to us what yoga is and how it works. She will guide us through a brief breathing exercise and meditation (in a chair) and we’ll have time for discussion and Q/A. Come and learn hoe yoga can benefit equestrians

Thursday July 31, 6-8 pm IPZV Trainer C, Alexandra Pregitzer has been rescheduled...see below.   Tonight would be a great night to come to Metamora for one of our Concerts in the Park (1/2 a block away from Equine Gatherings....) Tonight's band is "Eilersen".  Bring lawn chairs or a blanket, look for the ice cream, pop-corn and barbequed chicken!

Thursday August 7, 6-8 pm Alexandra Pregitzer will be here with her Icelandic Horse!!!!! You won’t want to miss the chance to see this wonderful breed in action in our roundpen!!!!

Thursday August 14, 6-8 pm   Trainer Daniel Nummer will be in the round pen with a live driving and trick work in long lines demonstration.

Thursday August 21, 6-8 pm Blue Water Equine Hospital will be joining us – bring your questions for the vets!!!!!!

Thursday August 28, 6-8 pm a representative from Uckele will be here to discuss their products. This is your opportunity to ask the questions you are always asking us!

September 27 and 28...Celebration of the Horse!!!!!  Check our website to see how to participate.

Show Season is Here!

We have a LOT of great showcoats for ALL disciplines from R.J. Classics and Ariat.  Starting at $96 for adult sizes (we also have children's) we can help you into a lovely, tailored showcoat at any price range.

We can also get you set with breeches, boots, helmet, grooming equipment, supplies, gloves.....whatever you need! 

This Thursday NIght (6-19)

If you've been to one of Kat Wiegand's programs in the past, you know she is extremely entertaining as well as knowledgable when it comes to Gaited Horses. 

We'll be outside tonight with a demo and program offered by Kat.  It's one you won't want to miss!

See you at 6:00! (yes, it's o.k. to come a little late!)

Celebration of the Horse

Now is the time to sign up to be part of

Celebration of the Horse!

Sept. 27 and 28, 2008

• Place an ad in our program (very reasonable prices) and get exposure to thousands of horse minded people.
• Claim a table in our business expo and sell your skills, advertise your business, promote your event!
• Bring your horse as part of our breed display.
• Volunteer your time to help on those two days.
• Come be part of the parade!  (Sunday, 1 p.m.)

Find out how to participate by checking out our website....applications can be downloaded and printed there.