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Elise Ulmer of Rising E Performance Horses and Rancho Del Sol is a trainer, NRCHA Judge, international clinician, and competitor within AHA, APHA, AQHA, NRCHA, and NCHA. Elise has amassed multiple and National and Reserve National Championship titles within the Arabian Working Western disciplines, and recently competed at Art of the Cowgirl in the World's Greatest Horsewoman event with Half-Arabian mare, HOTT ROCKETT.  Elise talks about Her Equine Industry background Her training philosophy and goals Her experience competing during Art of the Cowgirl Learn more about Elise by visiting her website, https://www.ranchodelsolarena.com/ Follow Elise on Facebook at, https://www.facebook.com/elisereinedcowhorses

Discovery Farm of the Year recipient Nedra Johnson of The Arabian Horse Riding Academy stops by to talk about all things Discovery Farms.  Nedra discusses; -Using a website and social media to convert clients -The benefit of a group lesson program  -How to utilize promotional materials within your Discovery Farm  Learn more about the Discovery Farm Program here. Follow The Arabian Horse Riding Academy on Facebook, Instagram, and Tik Tok. 

Region 4 Director Julie Hedden, Region 5 Director Carrie Olson, and Region 6 Director Nancy Rohde stop by to introduce themselves and provide AHA members with more information about their regions as well as their beginnings with the Arabian breed.  Region 4 Resources Follow the Region 4 Facebook Page Region 4 Website  Contact Director Julie Hedden: [email protected] Region 5 Resources  Follow the Region 5 Facebook Page  Region 5 Website  Contact Director Carrie Olson: [email protected] Region 6 Resources  Follow the Region 6 Facebook Page  Region 6 Website  Contact Director Nancy Rohde: [email protected]

Region 10 Director Mary Smith and Region 12 Director Laurie Ann Salmi stop by to introduce themselves and give AHA members a look into their experience in the Arabian horse industry. Mary and Laurie comment on their introduction to Arabian horses, the activities within their regions, and provide insight into their roles as Regional Directors. You can reach Laurie at [email protected]. You can reach Mary at [email protected]. Follow Region 10 and Region 12 on Facebook.  Region 10 website. Region 12 website. 

Join Alex Cox and Katie Clinebell for an inside look at Horse Week, brought to you by Boehringer Ingelheim. On this episode we discuss how to watch Horse Week content, the 'why' behind Horse Week, and a sneak peak from featured videos.  The Equine Network is thrilled to present Horse Week brought to you by Boehringer Ingelheim. During the week-long, equine-centric digital festival, you’ll see profiles of incredible equine athletes, equine storytelling that celebrates the horse-human bond, and heartwarming tales of horse heroics. Riders will get valuable takeaways and advice from world-class trainers. Stream for free from any smart device, wherever you want October 3-9, 2021.  Stay tuned for more and visit: www.horseweek.tv

Patrick Sullivan of Modern Day Horsemanship, is riding 2,500 miles across the United States with his two Arabian horses, Gamilah and Hal. Along the way, Patrick is stopping at local equine rescues, charities, and organizations providing demonstrations on liberty. On this episode, Patrick discusses his experiences with Arabian horses, his journey riding across the US, and his future goals with Arabian horses.  Follow Patrick on Facebook at Gamilah Unbridled. Find more information here. 

AHA Youth and Family Programs Coordinator, Brenna Johnson, joins us to talk about all things Youth and Mid Summer Nationals. We go over what you can expect as a first time exhibitor, special events and activities at the show, and more! Find More National Event Resources Website AHYA Convention Information Facebook Group  Arabian Horse Foundation 

Social Media can be intimidating. With the constantly changing trends, app features, and various platforms it can be hard to know how to get started or increase your online presence. On today’s episode, Denise Alvarez of Stormlily Marketing takes us through 5 strategies to help you increase your online presence. Denise covers: How to choose a social media platform and find an audience Engaging effectively with your audience Reaching new people for your business, Discovery Farm, or club Finding the time to post on social media Plus, Denise includes a bonus tip that you don’t want to miss! Follow Denise on all social channels: Facebook: How To Market Your Horse Business Instagram: @stormlilymarketing Website: stormlilymarketing.com Follow the Arabian Horse Association on Facebook @ArabianHorseAssoc and on Instagram @arabianhorseassoc. Visit the AHA website for information on all things Arabian horses and to join our newsletter. Follow the Arabian Horse Connection on Facebook @ArabianHorseConnection for podcast and blog updates.

This week the hosts of the Talkin' Trot Podcast, Angie and Bridget stopped by to discuss Distance Riding. We chatted about getting started in Distance Events, finding a mentor, common Distance terminology, and why the Distance community is the best. Plus, Angie and Bridget provide the latest updates in the world of distance.  If you want to learn more about Distance riding, be sure to tune into the Talkin' Trot Podcast! Listen to insider interviews from Distance enthusiasts, professionals, and the latest news. Find all episodes here. You can find more resources regarding Distance events when you visit the AERC website. Find a mentor here. Find a ride in your area here.  Follow Talkin' Trot on Facebook @talkintrot and on Instagram @talkin_trot Follow the Arabian Horse Association on Facebook @ArabianHorseAssoc and on Instagram @arabianhorseassoc. Visit the AHA website for information on all things Arabian horses and to join our newsletter.  Follow the Arabian Horse Connection on Facebook @ArabianHorseConnection for podcast and blog updates. 

Linda Royer, of Farm+Ranch Equine Design is an avid equestrian and has owned and bred Arabian horses since 1982. Linda started Farm+Ranch Equine Design in 1994 and has over 44 years of professional experience and over 25 years of experience designing equine specific properties. Linda talks about the equine property design experience, provides property design tips, and provides a list of the top items you need to think about when designing an equine property.  Follow Linda on Facebook at @farmplusbarn and visit her website. Follow the Arabian Horse Association on Instagram @arabianhorseassoc and Facebook @ArabianHorseAssoc. Visit the AHA website for information on all things Arabian horses and to join our newsletter. Follow the Arabian Horse Connection on Facebook @ArabianHorseConnection for podcast and blog updates

Dr. Jane Haven is the Executive Director of Taking the Reins, a nonprofit organization dedicated to growing the confidence of girls through their equestrian and gardening program. Jane grew up in Western Colorado, finding herself attending Cal Poly Pomona because of her love of horses. Jane’s passions truly lie in horses and youth, as she is heavily involved in youth programming in AHA’s Region 2 as well as a member of the Local Level Committee at AHA.  On this episode, Jane shares the details about the Taking the Reins and how it has benefited and will continue to benefit the Los Angeles community. We speak about the power of horses and how they teach us confidence and kindness.  Learn more about Taking the Reins: https://takingthereins.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TakingtheReins Donate to Taking the Reins: https://takingthereins.org/donate/

Michael Damianos is a judge, trainer, and the owner of Michael Damianos Performance Horses in Ojai, CA. Founded in 1982, MDPH originally focused on training Quarter Horses, but then transitioned to encompass Arabian and Half Arabian horses. At MDPH, all disciplines are welcome, as Michael accommodates riders in the Western, Sport Horse, Showmanship, Hunter Pleasure, and Equitation. Michael has also received various awards in the equestrian community including the APAHA Working Western Trainer of the Year twice and USEF Barbara Worth Equestrian of Honor Award. Michael has traveled the country and world judging many prestigious shows including, National, Regional, and Club level shows. Michael holds judging cards with AQHA, ApHC, NRHA, NRCHA, and NSBA. In 2021 Michael will be judging the new AHA show, Ranch Horse Championships. On today’s episode Michael and I discuss his career in the Equine Industry as well as Trail. Michael provides some great training tips for not only the experienced rider, but for the beginner. Find more information and resources at the links below.  Find Michael Damianos on social media: https://www.instagram.com/michaeldamianos/ Find more information about Michael Damianos Performance Horses here: https://www.michaeldamianos.com/about-mdph.html AHA Judges School and Seminar: https://www.arabianhorses.org/additional/judges-stewards/seminar-schools/