Description

3-Day Ken McNabb Horsemanship Clinic

Cost is $975 on a first come basis.  To guarantee your riding spot is a $450.00 deposit or the rider may pay in full. Our clinics are small (about 13-16 riders) we cannot accept cancellations.  Balance MUST BE PAID 2 WEEKS BEFORE the clinic. Please note all deposits are NON-REFUNDABLE. If for some reason you are unable to attend the clinic due to a medical emergency (a doctor’s letter must be provided for the rider)- you are able to move your deposit forward to another event within a 12-month timeframe of your original clinic dates. We cannot guarantee there will be an open spot in another clinic. If this deposit is not able to be used within the 12-month period it is at that point non-refundable. You will receive 1 free auditor pass per day for someone to come and spectate.  The clinic is 9-5, with 1 hour for lunch. The facility has a great sound system and you will be able to hear everything that is being taught.  Ken is a fun teacher and he tries to give you as much information as you can hold in 3 days!  This is the clinic of a lifetime, no other clinic can compare!

3 Day Horsemanship Clinic

The 3 day horsemanship clinic with Ken McNabb provides a unique experience that you will not find with any other clinician.  You will develop a close personal relationship with your horse.  You will develop lasting relationships with the other people in the group.  These 3 days will help you build confidence in your ability to interact with your horse.  This is the most one on one time you will ever get while still in a small group setting.  Ken’s simple and easy to understand instruction helps him build a relationship with each individual participant.  As you progress through the clinic you can move as you and your horse are ready.  If you understand the exercise quickly than Ken will give you the next one, but if your horse doesn’t understand than you can continue to work the exercise until you are ready for the next one.  You are not rushed through, but also you don’t get held back waiting for those to catch up.  You can be an advanced rider working on finishing maneuvers and new riders working on foundation.  When the clinic is over you will have a relationship with your horse like Roy Rogers had with Trigger.  It’s the best investment you can make in your horse.

Topics to be covered include:

This is foundation, for advanced riders you will be working on finishing maneuvers.

 

DAY 1

Groundwork:  Basic through Advanced Leading

In the Saddle: Hand Positioning and Rein Management

Balance and Body Positioning

Giving to the Bit:  Softening at the Poll

Head Elevation

 

DAY 2

Developing Collected Movement:  At the Walk, Trot and Lope as well as Backing Up

Leg Speed Transitions

Directional Transitions

Improving Your Stop

Developing Shoulder Control

Rating Your Speed

 

DAY 3

Body Control Maneuvers Including:

Turn on the Forehand

Developing the Side Pass

Developing the Rollback and Spin

Reverse Arc Circle, Haunches In, Leg Yield and Shoulders In

 

Topics That Can Be Covered if Class Desires:

Overcoming Fear of Obstacles

Trailer Loading

Ken has always made it a priority to ride with each student at their level and help them advance their horsemanship.  So that they might go home with as much knowledge as possible.  In order to do this he has developed a method based on step by step exercises that are designed to meet you where you are in your horsemanship journey and take you to the next level.  Ken’s building block style approach allows him to keep the entire clinic group moving forward without slowing down the advanced riders or overwhelming the novice riders.  It is an amazing weekend!

 

EQUIPMENT NEEDED

Halter / 12ft.  lead rope / saddle. We have all of these available for sale through our store.  You may contact the office or website and we would be happy to help you make sure you have the right equipment.

 

 

SCHEDULE

Sunday: You may check in to Stalls at Heritage Livestock. Event staff will be on hand. You may also arrive in Monday morning. Please be sure to reserve your stalls through Heritage Livestock if you plan to overnight a horse during your time. You may also choose to drive back and forth if you are local enough. To reserve your stall please call or text Mariellen Raucher 417-316-0119 or visit https://www.heritagelivestock.com/services-3 | $35/ stall per night. Stalls are 10’12’ with rubber mats. One bag of bedding is included with your stall. Extra bags $10/bag. (rates subject to change) 

Monday: 8:45 AM – 9:00 AM Register by ensuring your signed rider release liability has been received.  Please be tacked up and in the arena by 8:55 AM to start with Ken.  You should have your horse saddled with a bridle over the saddle horn and have a halter and lead rope on your horse.

9:00 AM to 12:00 PM  Morning Session

12:00 PM to 1:15 PM  Lunch Break (You can pack a lunch or choose to drive to a local place).

1:15 PM to 5:00 PM  Afternoon Session

Ken will also take a break in the middle of both sessions.  Feel free to take a break when you need one.  This is your clinic and we understand individual needs.

 

ADDITIONAL TIPS

Due to the nature of horse training and handling in general, accidents can occur.  You are advised to wear protective headgear for your own safety and to put protective boots on your horse. You are also advised to wear proper footwear, boots that will slide off.

 

 

HORSE REQUIREMENTS

Please make sure your horse is vaccinated for everyone’s safety. You will also have to have a negative coggins at facility check in and proper health paperwork to travel.

 

FAMILY

We welcome any of your family and friends that would like to come.  Observer/Auditor tickets are $25.00 per day or $65.00 for three days.  Each rider receives one complimentary observer per day.  Children 12 and under are free, but must be under adult supervision.

 

Here’s what a couple of people have to say about Ken’s clinic:

WOW! I was able to attend a 3-day Ken McNabb clinic with my wife and daughter.  I have ridden my whole life and have a deep love for horses.  In 3 days I learned more about me and my horse through the clinic than I had learned in my 51 years with horses.  The coolest thing was being able to buy the Applied Riding video.  Each time I watch it, all that Ken taught comes back to life just like I am in the arena with him.  It is worth it and was one of the best vacations my family has taken.  Neal H. from NC

I had my first clinic with Ken at the age of 45.  My studies with Ken over the past 13 years enlightened me to pursue the stewardship of horsemanship, not just the riding give your best, and they will give it back to you!  I keep in mind What’s in it for the horse?  Brings me true pleasure every day.  Terri C. from WA

 

TO OBSERVE THE CLINIC

The clinic is 9-5, with 1½  hour  lunch and Ken encourages you to join him for lunch.  This is a fun filled weekend enjoyable for the whole family.  Ken’s clinics are unique and exciting, with his ability to involve observers in the clinic all day long.  He encourages observers to participate in conversation throughout the day with questions and frequently invites them to participate in demonstrations.  Enjoy Ken live all weekend as he interacts with the crowd.  Ken is a fun teacher and he tries to give you as much information as you can hold in 3 days!

$25 for the day

$65 for the weekend

Tickets may be purchased at the door or online at kenmcnabb.com

 

Places to stay: There are two hotels located within three miles of Heritage Livestock Best Western Mt. Vernon Inn 417-461-0230 and Quality Inn & Suites Mt Vernon 417-466-4511. You may also choose to research nearby town or options through VRBO or AirBnB. RV hookups (electric only) may be available on site at Heritage Livestock. Please contact Mariellen Raucher 417-316-0119 or visit https://www.heritagelivestock.com/services-3 to pre-reserve. RV hookups $20/ per trailer per night. 

 

Heritage Livestock Location: Heritage Livestock is located less than one mile off Interstate 44. The GPS may not take you to the correct location, but it is very easy to find our place. DIRECTIONS: Coming from the East: Take exit 49 off I-44, turn left off the exit over the bridge. Take your first right onto Farm Rd 1165, Heritage Livestock is located 3/4 mile down the farm road. Coming from the West: Take exit 49 off I-44, turn right off the exit. Take your first right onto Farm Rd 1165, Heritage Livestock is located 3/4 mile down the farm road.

Places to eat close by:
There are a number of places to eat nearby including Mt. Vernon Family Restaurant, Subway, McDonalds, Sonic Drive In, Panda House, El Maya Mexican Grill, Fine Work, Mazzio’s Pizza & Wings, Mediterranean Soul, Wendy’s, Copper Onion Bistro, Casey’s, Cowboys, Taco Bell, The Divide Bar & Grill, 4 Corners, Blackbird Bar & Grill & many more.