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Obstacle and Sensory Clinic - Mounted Police Style

 WHAT IS THE OBSTACLE CLINIC? Learn mounted police training techniques that encourage partnership and communication to achieve exceptional trust.  Presented by Joann Long, National Mounted Police and Toronto Police Mounted Certified.  Riders will work with their mounts in creative sensory and obstacle situations using proven police horse techniques.  Learn how to develop a partnership with your horse mounted police style!  

Great 2010 Obstacle Clinics - Thank you! 
See where we've been, pictures and results at the end of this page!

Click here for TRAIL TRIAL information -  Sunday, September 26th!  
Registration available here.

See the Event schedule in the table below for details.

WHAT MAKES THIS OBSTACLE CLINIC SPECIAL?  Come see how a police horse stands still while a gun is fired, how he walks calmly over the plastic tarp with the sprinkler running, how he stands quietly while a flare is lit, or willingly pushes past the barrel blockade.  A demonstration through a series of difficult obstacles showing complete control will start this clinic off to exhibit the ultimate trust that can be achieved.  Riders will be instructed using formation riding and police horse training techniques to gain confidence and trust while attempting obstacles appropriate for their level.

Retired with over 12 years in the mounted police, Joann and her horse ‘Dillon’ earned multiple North American and New York State Obstacle Grand Championships.  She has trained with numerous NYS Police units as well as the Toronto Police Services.  By using these unique techniques, the rider will develop a stronger partnership and better communication toward achieving a higher level of trust. 

Feedback from previous clinic participants included "I liked best seeing the improvement in the horses in just a short time!”, “Loved watching the horses calm down and have fun!”, “Awesome – very well done!”, “Great experience – I liked the variety of obstacles!”, “Very well organized”, “Gentle Dove Farm offered a new approach for me to train my horses! Very informative!”, and “How do you spell phenomenal?!”  

Whether you ride Trail Trial, Cowboy Challenge, 4H, Pony Club, Games, Eventing, Hunters, Team Penning, Trail riding, Dressage, or any other equine activity, these obstacle training techniques are beneficial to all.  With the common goals of safety and horsemanship in mind, we want you to put the relaxation and fun back in your saddle!  All disciplines are welcome!   

  • Pre-registration required - don’t delay - these clinics fill up fast!  Past clinics have sold out!
  • Rider Entries: see individual clinic registration form for fees and regulations
  • A current horse health papers are required.  
  • Boots and protective headgear are required.  Balance of attire is discretionary.
  • Auditing: $25/person pre-registered to watch or $30 at the door, please bring chairs

All entrants must sign a liability release form.  If under 18, a parent or guardian must sign the release form.   

Come join us for an Obstacle Clinic and witness Police Horse training and trust! Or host an Obstacle Clinic at your stable!  Or come watch Dillon perform at one of his many competitions/demonstrations at various locations!  For further information contact Gentle Dove Farm, Joann Long, President, at (585) 738-7477, or email JKLong@rochester.rr.com

Starting in  2010, Obstacle Clinics gave prizes from some of the Gentle Dove Farm sponsors, including a fabulous Tucker Browband Bridle with brass (a $79.50 value!) to be given to one lucky winner at each Clinic, as well as other product give aways from Nutramax, Farnam, Mrs Pastures Cookies, Horse Quencher, and more! 

Rider pre-registration is required for all clinics.  All of the 2010 Clinics were sold out with waiting lists - Sign up early for 2011 Clinics to reserve your spot!  Auditors are welcome – come watch these unique horse training events!  Auditors can receive a discount if pre-registered.

2010 Obstacle  & Event Schedule:

Click here for printable Open Clinic schedule

Date Location Additional Info
Vendor Booth
February 6, 2010
Genesee Valley Equine Clinic Winter Horse Health Seminar
Wheatland-Chili High School at 940 North Road in Scottsville , NY 14546
Gentle Dove Farm vendor booth 
Thanks for stopping by!
Open CLINIC
April 24, 2010

10:00 - 3:00
Wild Side Ranch
8675 Taft Road
Bloomfield, NY 14469
Thank you for coming!
For picture information please see
White Barn Press   or  contact
suzanne@vpnsystems.com
Open CLINIC
May 29, 2010

12:30 - 5:00
Orleans Boots and Saddles Club
at the Orleans County Fairgrounds
12690 State Route 31
Albion, NY 14411
Great Clinic!  Thank you to our riders, auditors and volunteers!
Click here for Pictures!
Photography by Kym Pocius
June 5, 2010Trail Trial at High Standard Stables
5980 Sheppard Rd
Dansville, NY 14437
Shamrock earned 2nd Place
in the Open Division!
Open CLINIC
June 12, 2010

12:30 - 4:30
Western Chapter
New York State Horse Council

at the Hard Rock Stables
4575 Royalton Center Rd
Gasport, NY 14067
Thank you to the WCNYSHC for a fabulous venue!  Hard Rock Stables is owned and operated by a fantastic, hardworking family that welcomed everyone and helped make the Clinic  such a success!
 
June 13, 2010American Competitive Trail Horse Association
New York WORLD RECORD Attempt
Hill Top Ranch
3390 Eager Rd

Jamesville, NY

A day to remember - not only did Dillon win 1st place in the Open Division, but we were part of the Guinness Book of World Records ride and benefited the horse rescues! Good day for a good cause.

June 19, 2010 American Competitive Trail Horse Association
Trail Horse Competition
Highland Forest CTC
Fabius, NY
Dillon earned 1st place in the Open Division!
June 25, 2010Versatile Ranch Horse Obstacle Race Competition
Cook Forest, Pa
Shamrock earned 1st place in the Open Division!
Private CLINIC
June 28- 30, 2009
Hemlock Fairgrounds
Hemlock, NY
Private Clinic -
the kids did a wonderful job
and we all had lots of fun!
Open CLINIC
July 31, 2010

10:00 - 3:00
Fort Armstrong Horseman's Association
Crooked Creek Horse Park
Houston Rd
Ford City, PA 16226


Thank you for coming!

August 7, 2010American Competitive Trail Horse Association
Trail Horse Competition
Corning, NY
Shamrock earned 1st place
in the Open Division!
Open CLINIC
Aug 14, 2010

12:30 - 4:30
O'Brien's Farm and Stables
2068 Dumplin Hill Road
Moravia, NY 13118

Thank you for coming! 

A great group, wonderful weather, and big smiles!

NEW:
TRAIL TRIAL
September 26, 2010

Starts at 9:00 AM
Happiness House  - TRAIL TRIAL
Held at the newly opened
Canandaigua Equestrian Center
5275 Parrish Street Ext.
Canandaigua, NY 14424

Come join us for a great ride
for a great cause!
Map
October 3, 2010Trail Trial at Wild Rose Farm
35007 Eagle Harbor Rd
Albion, NY 14411
Dillon  or Shamrock will compete!

2009 Obstacle & Event Schedule:

Date Location Additional Info
CLINIC
March 29, 2009

12:30- 4:30
Turning Point Farms
1073 Rochester St.

Honeoye Falls, NY 14472
CLINIC Highlights in pictures!
Thanks to photographers
M. Mundrick and S. Smith!
CLINIC
April 16-17, 2009
6:30 - 8:30 pm
each evening
Brocklebank Farm
2291 Brace Rd
Canandaigua, NY 14424
Private Clinic

CLINIC
April 26, 2009
10:00 - 3:00
Sterling Stables
1965 County Rd. 35

West Bloomfield, NY 14585
CLINIC Highlights in pictures!
Thanks to photographer
M. Mundrick

May 9, 2009
Ultimate Cowboy Competition
6152 Dublin Rd.
Canisteo, NY 14823

Dillon Places in
Pro and Team Divisions
June 7, 2009 EquiCenter Trail Trial
3200 Hopkins Rd
Canandaigua, NY 
Dillon Obstacle Demonstration
at Noon
and Patrolling the Grounds
June 13, 2009 Ultimate Cowboy Competition
6152 Dublin Rd.
Canisteo, NY 14823
Dillon earns 1st Place
in Pro Division,
2nd Place in Team
CLINIC
June 29- July 1, 2009
Hemlock Fairgrounds
Hemlock, NY
Private Clinic 
CLINIC
 July 9, 2009
Conesus, NY Private Mini Clinic 
CLINIC
August 8, 2009
12:30 - 4:30 pm
Painted Horizon QH Ranch
6152 Dublin Rd.
Canisteo, NY 14823

CLINIC Highlights in pictures!
Thanks to photographers
M. Kuchta, A. Long, & T. Reinbold
CLINIC
August 22, 2009
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Meadow Pond Farm
1061 Meadow Pond Lane
Little Meadows, PA 18830

Great Clinic
Thank you!
September 20, 2009
Central NY Horse Club
Trail Trial
Vespa Stable,  Onondaga Hill
Yenny Rd, Syaracuse, NY
Joann and Mike judged the
Master Challenge!
November 14 - 15, 2009 Equine Affaire
Versatile Horse & Rider Competition

Eastern States Exposition
1305 Memorial Avenue (Rte. 147),
Springfield, Ma 01089 

Dillon placed in top 10!

Had an incredible time at Equine Affaire and was so very pleased with Dillon to be honored in the top ten in the Versatile Horse & Rider!  We earned 9th place! Had a blast with my friends - what a fabulous bunch! Thank you to everyone for your support and encouragement - from so many family and friends cheering in the audience to the well wishers from home!   

Click here for Pictures!

Winter break Gentle Dove Farm
Bloomfield, NY
Dillon Rests!



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