Welcome to The Barn

 Welcome to the Ingate Series: Part 2 – Jumper Ingate

Being an ingate person requires the ability to multitask.  If you are someone with a single stream of focus, this is not the job for you. Between talking to the judge and having riders and trainers all talking to you at once, you had also better be able to stay cool under pressure.  In part 2 of the Ingate Series – Jumper Ingate, I share some information that is specific to the jumper ingate person.I also share a few “pro tips” for those of you new to the position.  Take a listen, and please feel free to share your thoughts, concerns or comments with me.  You can contact me directly at [email protected] or on our fan page Welcome to the Barn.

#HorseShowAnnouncer  #WelcometotheBarn

Welcome to the Ingate Series: Part 1 – introduction to Ingate

We’ve all been to horse shows where the ingate person seems like the center of attention.  They are directing people here and there and everywhere. You can’t go in the ring until you get the nod and you’re certainly not going to get that until the ingate person is good and ready.  But, do you actually know what’s involved in the job?  Whether you think you do or not, Introduction to Ingate is the perfect podcast for anyone who is new to the role, or just interested in the position.

If you have questions, concerns, or comments, feel free to contact me directly at [email protected]  or on our fan page Welcome to the Barn

#HorseShowAnnouncer #WelcometotheBarn

 

 

 

 

Listen in on a conversation I had with Mary Babick – President of the USHJA  regarding the COVID-19 USEF requirements and the expectations of show managers, stewards, TD’s as well as riders and spectators.  To read the USEF requirements for yourself visit USEF’s COVID-19 toolkit or listen to my podcast Welcome to the Barn:USEF COVID-19 Toolkit.

#HorseShowAnnouncer #MaryBabick #COVID19 #USEF

Welcome to the Barn: Horse Show 101 – Radio Etiquette

I know it seems simple enough, but as someone who announces many horse shows I am surprised at how often people forget basic radio etiquette. It occurred to me that maybe they just don’t know, or that they have never thought about it from someone else’s perspective.  In today’s episode I will cover all the basics from the radio itself to how to troubleshoot some common problems, but more importantly proper radio etiquette.

As always, if you have any questions, concerns, or comments, feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] or on our fan page Welcome to the Barn.

 

Welcome to this special edition of Welcome to the Barn: Hurricane Season.

Hurricane season has arrived and it’s important to ask ourselves, Are we ready for the next one? We’ve all seen heartbreaking videos of things that have just made us shake our heads in disbelief, and I want to touch on a few things we all sometimes need to be reminded of.

Disclaimer: In this edition, I ask questions like “Do you have a disaster plan? and “Have you reviewed and updated your plan?” and share ideas on preparing for a storm. It is not advice and I encourage you to do your own research, and make your own plan.  I am not responsible for actions you take, or don’t take, based on my opinions and past experiences expressed in this episode. My goal is promote thought and preparedness.

If you have any questions, concerns, or comments feel free to contact me directly at [email protected]  or on our fan page Welcome to the Barn. 

 

BREAKING NEWS!!   It doesn’t matter whether you think COVID-19 is a serious virus, or something the government is using to control you.  What matters in our world, the horse world, are the expectations USEF has of everyone from show management, to stewards and judges, to competitors.  If you are going to a horse show anytime soon, and haven’t been paying attention to how USEF is going to allow people to show, you really need to go to their web page and take a look at the complete list of FAQ’s for the upcoming season.

However, I’m going to give you a few highlights from the list of things you should know before you go to a show.

Welcome to the Barn: USEF COVID-19 – Licensed Competitions Toolkit for Competition Organizers and Participants

Here are a few links to help you out:

USEF COVID-19 Action Plan for USEF-Licensed Competitions 

Common FAQ’s: COVID-19 Action Plan

Competition Organizer FAQ’s: COVID-19 Action Plan

Licensed Officials FAQ’s: COVID-19 Action Plan

If you have any questions, concerns, or comments, feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] or on our fan page Welcome to the Barn.

When it comes to equestrian hobbies, most of us think we have heard it all, well at least I did. Until I met Elizabeth Tinnan.  She is spearheading a movement that is taking off across the horse world.

Elizabeth Tinnan is the President and Horse Archer at Chattahoochee Horse Archers, Inc and their mission is to promote and grow the sport of horseback archery throughout the Southeastern United States.  She serves as a board member of Horse Archery USA , and teaches mounted archery clinics across the US. Elizabeth says “I am dedicated to sharing my passion with others!”

Photo credit: Sports in Motion Photography

For more information on this amazing sport, please visit Chattahoochee Horse Archers or send them an email at [email protected] 

To see this sport in action visit Horseback Archery ain’t no joke

For any other questions, comments, or concerns please feel free to contact me at [email protected] or on our fan page Welcome to the Barn.

Horse Show Announcer is proud to share with you this amazing innovation from Summer Stoffel and the people at Equicore.  This is a product I personally use and strongly recommend to everyone!

In their words… “The equine industry is divided. Information about a horse’s identity, breeding career, or sports results are kept in separate databases that do not interact with each other.  Equicore is proud to be the industry leader in equine identification. Through our platform, we find and combine all the information about a horse from different organizations and databases under one record in Equicore Online – giving you the ability to find complete information on a horse in one location.  Working to bring you every breed and discipline from every country.  Because every horse deserves to be found.”

For more information please be sure to visit www.Equicore.com

Dressage is something I’m passionate about, and so is Michelle Gerlach.  Join me as Michelle talks about the ‘Nuts & Bolts’ of dressage and describes her “Balance before Brilliance” approach to riding.

Michelle Gerlach is the owner is Sabal Row Farm and has been a professional dressage instructor and trainer for 25 years, she has been through the USDF “L” Program and earned a USDF University Bronze Diploma. She has earned her Bronze, Silver, and Gold medals.  She takes weekly lessons with author and previous USET Team Member Kathy Connelly. Summers shift to monthly clinics with “S” Judge, Sue Madden-Mandas.

Michelle has developed a methodology for teaching that includes not only the “hows” but also the “whys.” Using bio mechanics, diagrams in the sand, and occasionally her own body, she thoroughly explains movements, half halts, collection, and seat position to her students.

When she first began her quest to ride Grand Prix. “ I didn’t know enough to ask the right things at the right time.”

For questions, comments, or concerns please feel free to contact me at [email protected] or on our fan page Welcome to the Barn.

On this special episode of Welcome to the Barn, I talk to Aine Shortall and her mom Pamela via Skype from their home in Ireland. In June of 2015 while competing in Showjumping Ireland at the Cavan Equestrian Centre, Aine & Flying Star took the runner-up spot in the 128 Under 10’s Premier Pony. The video went viral and made her an internet sensation. It took a while, but I was able to catch up with her and have a chat about the video, her thoughts on it, and what she plans next.

*As a followup, Aine and Toorboy Tommy placed 7th overall at the Royal Dublin Horseshow in the 128 cm National Championship.  Congratulations to Aine and Tommy!

For questions, comments, or concerns please feel free to contact me at [email protected] or on our Fan Page Welcome to the Barn

You can subscribe to my podcast by visiting iTunes or GooglePlay and searching Welcome to the Barn.

Security Check Required

No Description