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	Healthy Land - Healthy Horses Managing Horses on Small Properties The managing horses on small properties workshop is a one day, classroom based workshop (usually with a field visit included) and covers the sustainable management of a horse property - pasture establishment and management - grazing management - how to avoid land degradation - how to keep the waterways clean - property layout - water conservation and supply - manure management - property planning and design - trees and plants. The environment in which your horse lives greatly effects their (and your) health and well being. This workshop shows you how following good land management practices reduces illness and injury to your horse, reduces feed bills, increases the value of your property and improves the environment. These workshops are usually run in conjunction with local councils, Landcare groups or water catchment groups but they can also be arranged privately i.e. by a club or an individual who wishes to host/co-ordinate one. Workshops 2008 Nov 11th & 18th (over two evenings) 7pm - 9.30pm Beenleigh Nov 15th Gatton (QHC) Nov 20th - 23rd Equitana 25th Nov East Gippsland (Vic) 26th Nov Monbulk (Vic) 26th/27th Nov (over two evenings) Eltham/Hurstbridge area, venue to be confirmed) Nov 29th Uniting Church Hall, rear 10 Rowan St, Wangarratta (Vic) Nov 30th Cranbourne (Vic, In aid of Project Hope) Dec 6th Bangalow (NSW)
Testimonials from previous participants Very Useful, Practical simple information, well presented and organised, sensible ideas and practices (Lyndel T) *Fantastic, really enjoyed the day, Jane was a wealth of Knowledge (Karen B)* Just Brilliant!! Would recommend to anyone on small acreage with horses or any other livestock (Anon) Excellent, Informative, motivating (Myfanwg W) So much interesting information, a most enjoyable day ( Laraine S) *Excellent, The book is very good and the seminars add more detail (Anon)* A wonderfully informative workshop....'a must do' workshop for anyone who is thinking of owning a horse on a small (or not so small) acreage (Anon) *A fantastic day, I feel that there are things I can do to improve both the land and the health and happiness of my horse (Anon)* *Brilliant! lots of food for thought & inspiration for practice (Silvia G)* Keep doing them, fantastic way to get knowledge into our communities for sustainability (Fiona G) Absolutely excellent (Kim V) Amazing - Its just what I've been looking for (Lorraine H) Thank you so much for all of the information given, yours was by far the best workshop I've attended on any subject (Debbie D)
	Independent Seat Clinics Gaining an independent seat starts with lowering the centre of gravity and developing a secure lower leg. Many people are not taught these skills when learning to ride and sometimes feel insecure when riding, even after riding for many years. Other people have managed to develop this skill for themselves but are unsure of how to pass it on to others. This mounted clinic is for eight people at a time. The clinic runs for 3 -4 hours and includes breaks. It will not only teach you how to be a safer and more effective rider but will also give you an awareness of what your body is doing whilst you are riding, increase your observational skills, develop your ability to give constructive feedback. Most importantly these sessions are fun and interactive. For a review of a clinic from a participants perspective by Tracy Mayhew from CYBERHORSE click here See also the testimonials at the bottom of the independent seat page 2008 dates by arrangement

	Preventative Horse Care Talk Preventing colic, laminitis, gastric ulcers and more. Most horse health issues are avoidable if preventative measures are taken in the first place. This talk explains in layman's language what these problems are and what you can do to avoid them. It goes for approximately 3 hours and can be held as a morning, afternoon or evening event. Great fundraiser for clubs etc 2008 dates by arrangement

	Other workshops From time to time we will be running workshop 'specials''on different subjects. 1st Nov Buying a Horse Tamborine. How to find and buy the correct horse for your needs. What to look for, questions to ask, confirmation etc
	Getting started in clicker training With or without your own horse. Theory and practice in clicker training (positive reinforcement training). Clicker training is a fun and effective way to train your horse and can be a great add on to your current training method. This workshop runs for approximately 3 hours. 2008 dates by arrangement Tamborine 3/11/08

	Workshops/clinics/talks summary
Dates (2008) and location	workshop/clinic	contact
1st November Tamborine	Buying a horse	jane@equiculture.com.au
3rd November, Tamborine	Introduction to clicker training	jane@equiculture.com.au
11th 18th Nov, Beenleigh	Managing Horses on Small Properties	katiehawton@logan.qld.gov.au
15th November, Gatton	Managing Horses on Small Properties	ceo@qldhorsecouncil.com
20-23rd Nov EQUITANA	Managing Horses on Small Properties (extracts from)
25th Nov East Gippsland	Managing Horses on Small Properties	Penny.Grey@dpi.vic.gov.au
26th Nov Monbulk (Vic) (Triple R equinewelfare)	Managing Horses on Small Properties	tanyameldrum@gmail.com
26th 27th Nov Eltham/Hurstbridge	Managing Horses on Small Properties	bindi@mooramoora.org.au
29th Nov Wangarrata (Vic )	Managing Horses on Small Properties	patsy.haynes@bigpond.com
30th Nov Cranbourne (Vic) Project Hope	Managing Horses on Small Properties	andreas@biolab.com.au
6th Dec Bangalow	Managing Horses on Small Properties	jane@equiculture.com.au
Co-ordinators wanted If you are interested in having any of these workshops held in your area (other areas of QLD or other states, countries) you may be interested in becoming a co-ordinator. Email: jane@equiculture.com.au or phone: 07 55438623 Attention Riding Club Members/ Pony Club Members etc Workshops and talks on many subjects can be arranged through your club as a social event or even as a fund raiser for your club.