Travels with Your Horse: Good Tips for Road Trips
Posted: March 28, 2011 Filed under: Holidays & Seasonal Stories, Horse Shows Leave a comment »
The weather’s warming up, and it’s time to hit the road. There is nothing better than taking a trip with a best friend, four-legged or two-legged. Whether traveling with horse in tow to compete in shows, endurance or 4-H, or setting off to a beautiful state park for a relaxing ride, preparation is key.
Here are some helpful reminders and checklists to use before and during travel.
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8 Tips for Calming Competitive Jitters During Show Season
Posted: March 24, 2010 Filed under: Horse Shows, How-To Articles, Training and Riding Leave a comment »
You have prepared for the day of competition; hours of practice, sore muscles (you and your horse), sweat, dirt, dedication to perfection, changed habits that were difficult to undo in order to be the best. Your horse is groomed and shinny like a new penny. His mane is pulled and braided, tail is snarl free. You saddle up and check last minute details.
As you mount your horse to be placed “on deck,” your boots are wiped from dust for the last time before you enter the show arena. Your heart pounds as you hear your name announced, your blood drains and your body tenses. “Show shock” has taken over and there is no place to go but forward. Your class is like a blur. As you exit the arena, you regain composure and “you” are back, wondering why you let this affect you in such a negative way.
Don’t feel bad. You are not alone. “Show shock” happens to many riders who tell no one about their fears. The good news is that there are many preplanned steps that you can take to actually make your showing experience fun.
The key word, however, is “preplanning”. This simple action can take weight off of your shoulders and allow you and your horse to do your best.
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5 Tips for Trailer Organization During the Show Season
Posted: March 12, 2010 Filed under: Horse Shows, How-To Articles, Stories About Horses, Training and Riding Leave a comment » 
The show season is well underway and, if you are like me, your once-organized horse trailer has turned into a not-so-organized disaster! Lets face it, there’s not much time between classes to neatly put clothing, tack and other horsey gear back into their prospective places. But following these five simple tips will help you keep your trailer neat and organized all season long.
TIP 1: Make sure your truck and trailer are in good repair
Inspect floorboards, check that lights and brakes are working properly, and examine tires for wear-and-tear and correct air pressure. This maintenance will not only prevent mishaps while on the road, but will ensure that your trailer is in good repair at all times.
TIP 2: Utilize all the space in your trailer
Today, most trailers are equipped with dressing rooms and tack storage areas. These areas make storing clothing and horse items much easier. I have found that using clear, plastic totes for items such as bandages, leg wraps and blankets make storing them and finding them easier. Storage totes are stackable, can be labeled for easy identification and often fit into small, otherwise wasted spaces. Plastic multi-drawer organizers are also convenient for personal items. They fit neatly in a corner and can be used for a variety of things such as bug repellant, first aid kits and small items that often get lost such as bobby and safety pins. For horse items, grooming totes make spray bottles and brushes easy to reach and carry. These useful, plastic totes save valuable time and can be used when you warm up or put those final touches on a show horse.
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RAMM will be at Horse World Expo ~ January 21st-24th, 2010
Posted: January 18, 2010 Filed under: Horse Fencing, Horse Shows, Horse Stalls, Special Events, Useful Products and Services 1 Comment »HORSE WORLD EXPO
Consumer Trade Show Open to the Public with Hundreds of Vendors Selling a Variety of Horse Products
For All Ages and Every Discipline. The event is being held at the Maryland State Fairgrounds – Timonium, Maryland.
| Horse World Expo offers the Best of the Best in the horse industry. Top quality seminars and clinics – meet and learn from industry professionals from all over the country. The experts will join us to discuss topics covering virtually every aspect of horse care and training. There are two arenas and two seminar halls, which will have activities scheduled continuously throughout the weekend.Enjoy mounted demonstrations. Watch a wide variety of fun and entertaining demonstrations throughout the weekend. There’s something different every day. You will see top national riders demonstrating proper riding techniques and training skills. |
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Stroll down Stallion Avenue to view some of the best stallions in the area. Don’t miss Parade of Breeds that happens at various times during the day. You will have the opportunity to see the beauty and versatility of many breeds, both common and rare. These educational demonstrations will enlighten you to the many abilities that a breed has to offer. You may just catch a glimpse of a breed that is rarely seen anywhere. |
| And lets not forget the SHOPPING!!!!!! World class shopping abounds. Test out the latest products, shop for that new horse trailer you’ve always wanted, sit in that “perfect” saddle, plan your new farm construction, or just bring home a souvenir tee-shirt from the weekend. You will enjoy hundreds of vendors selling thousands of horse related products and services. Everything from the latest in horse care products, saddles and tack, jewelry, children’s toys, products and apparel for the show ring and for every day, home products and decor, virtually every brand of horse trailer is represented. Beware, you may just find some things you just didn’t know you needed. |
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RAMM Horse Fencing and Stalls will have two booths at the show: Booths 2307-2308. Our RAMM representatives at this show will be Mackenzie Lehman and Missy Hier.
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Mackenzie Lehman is the RAMM Representative for North Carolina, South Carolina, Maryland, and the District of Columbia – and she can help you with all of your horse stall or fencing needs! Call her today at (800) 416-1958 and let her help you with your dreams today! Have some design plans already in mind? Fax Mackenzie at: (419) 825-2433 or email her at: mackenzie@rammfence.com.
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Missy Hier is the RAMM Representative for Virginia, Tennessee, Oregon and Washington and is partnering with Mackenzie at the show! Her email address is: missy@rammfence.com and telephone and fax numbers are the same.
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