2012 RICHARD WINTERS HORSEMANSHIP CLINIC. Come ride with Richard Winters at an Advancing Horsemanship Clinic with Cows at Lavelle Farms Friday-Sunday May 25-27, 2012. This three day Advancing Horsemanship Clinic will walk you through Richard's "4 Part Harmony" exercises. You will establish communication and suppleness of your horses' head and neck, shoulders, rib cage, and hind quarters. You'll gain a greater understanding of collection, lead changes and refinement. This clinic will prepare you to perform at a higher level, regardless of your particular riding discipline. Download more information about the clinic by clicking here. Click Contact John P. Lavelle for more information.
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Richard Winters at Lavelle Farms, Fall 2011
CHRIS COX HORSEMANSHIP CLINIC. After three previous successful clinics,
Chris Cox will be returning to Lavelle Farms for another three-day clinic in the future when his schedule permits. Contact Chris Cox's clinic coordinator for more information.
Read July 2009 article in Cowboys and Indians magazine Click
BLACKSMITH HAMMER-IN at Lavelle Farms Sunday April 15, 2012 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
ELVIN KOPP STOCKDOG CLINIC- Canadian stockman Elvin Kopp will be returning to conduct another stock dog clinic at Lavelle Farms in the near future. When the date is established, more information will be posted. Elvin has been training and winning with stock dogs for many years all over North America. His popular video series is available by contacting him at RR1, Westerose, AB T0C2V0 (780) 682-2143. There will only be a limited number of working spots available in this clinic. Spectators are welcome! Elvin begins the clinics by working with the mental aspect of training and progresses onto more advanced handling skills. His clinics are practical and informative for the everyday stock dog handler as well as the seasoned competitor.
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GARY ERICSSON STOCK DOG CLINIC-Gary is not traveling as much these days, but we hope to have him back for another stock dog clinci. More information will be posted when available.
View a short video clip of Ericsson's dog Pete who was 'jumping to go to work'. Pete died in the summer of 2006.
The American Cowdog Association voted to merge with The Hangin' Tree Cowdog Association, Inc. to create one strong voice for the registration of Hangin' Tree Cowdogs. Contact Charlie Trayer for more information about registration and transfers. Charlie Trayer 253 CR 211, Seymour, TX 76380. Home phone 940.888.8857; Cell phone 940.453.6708.
ABOUT LAVELLE FARMS.
Nestled in the hills of Southeastern Ohio near Athens, the
farm is situated on acres of rolling pasture. The farm has been the site of a number of photo shoots including the catalog for Rod's Western Palace, Horse TV, and Peter Campbell's Cow Working Video. We have facilities for all types of equine activity. The 120' x 200' Rafter L Bar heated indoor arena was completed in 2005 and in operation. We breed, buy,
sell and exchange all types of horses but our emphasis is on the ranch type Quarter Horse and the
Tennessee Walking Horse. We use the horses and stock dogs to handle longhorn and angus cattle too. Walking Horses have long been noted for
their calm easy disposition, smooth gaits and quiet nature. Our
emphasis is on the flat shod horse that is suitable for
development as a versatile all around using horse on the farm,
the trail or the show ring in TWHB&EA Versatility Classes.
Chemicals, artificial devices and quick fix training solutions
are not part of the program we employ. If you are familiar with
the philosophies of Tom
Dorrance, you have an idea of the approach we try to take.
Check back often as we do exchange the horses from time to time.
BLACKSMITH HAMMER-IN at Lavelle Farms Sunday April 15, 2012 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
