FAQ
General Information and Questions
What time is Check In?
Please check in with the coordinator between 8:00-8.30 AM on Saturday morning.
Do I need to bring Coggins/Health Certificate?
Yes, ensure that you have a current coggins for your horse and a health certificate if traveling from out of state.
About this clinic:
You don’t want to miss a thing so be ready before 9:00am. You will just need to bring yourself without your horse for the first part of the morning. Then we will head out with horses and instructions. We will focus on a variety of tasks with lots of simulations and interactions. Questions, comments and clarifications are appreciated and encouraged. Be sure to grab a notebook and a Lawn Chair.
Start time/Estimated Finish Time/Breaks:
- Start time will be at 9:00AM each day.
- Finish time will be approximately 4.00 p.m. each day.
- There will be a short morning and afternoon break with a one hour lunch break.
- Please bring your own lunch.
Will I be riding?
That will depend on the layout and level of the clinic or workshop and where you are with your horse at the time. If you are not planning on riding then you won’t need to bring riding equipment. Riding Safely is ALWAYS the rider’s responsibility. If you ever have any reason that you do not feel safe while riding, GET OFF IMMEDIATELY. You do not ever need the instructor’s “permission” to get off for you or your horse!’s safety
What do I need to bring?
- Please bring a lunch
- Water Bottle
- Lawn Chair
- Pen and Horsenality Chart
- Sunscreen
Clothing:
Please wear comfortable clothing/proper riding apparel i.e. boots and helmet.
Depending on the weather, we may be in an indoor arena or outside in an open field. Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, bug spray, rain gear and a beverage container are suggested.
Equipment:
- Carrot Stick and String
- Halter and 12’ lead
- 22’ Line
- 45’ Line (optional, unless in Level 3/4 clinic)
- Bareback pad (optional)
- Bridle (Freestyle/Trail, Cradle)
- Saddle and Cinches
- Pad and shims if you have them
- Natural Hackamore
- Brushes
- Fly spray is sometimes a good thing to remember
- Lawnchair and Horsenality Chart, filled out (Available at www.parelli.com or my Downloads Page)
Can I bring my family members or friends?
We love auditors! Guests and auditors will participate in some of the simulations and exercises during the clinic/workshop. (Price is $25 per day.)
Will there be a stall for my horse?
- All horses must be stabled if staying on the facility overnight.
- Participants are responsible for cleaning their stall throughout the course of the day if the stall is used during lunchtime or any other time.
- Horses are not to be tied to a trailer over night.
- Call ahead to see if shavings are provided for this clinic.
- Please no portable pens or tying horses to trailer overnight allowed.
What do I need for my horse?
Please bring your own hay, grain, feed pans and water buckets. It is also a good idea to have extra snaps and a stall card with your name and a phone number where you can be reached in case of emergencies during after hours.
Filming/Notes:
Auditors, feel free to bring your pens, paper and a seat cushion. There will be no general filming allowed, but take as many pictures as you like. You are always permitted to have someone video you and your horse for auditions or tasks you are trying out.
Stallions/Dogs:
Stallions and dogs are not permitted in the clinic or on the grounds.
Will I be allowed to submit an audition on my levels to Jesse?
This won’t be done during a clinic or workshop setting. Jesse will be happy to coach you on how to put together a play session for an audition. All Auditions must be sent to Parelli Central and details can be found on Parelli Connect.
What do I need to know as a Clinic Coordinator?
I have a separate Clinic Coordinator FAQ in my Resources page.
