About Janet

When I was 12 (and convinced Mom I'd sit in the saddle) I was allowed another horse, Chi Chi. The bad news, she was a witch of cayuse. Chi Chi bucked, spooked, bolted, reared, shied and tried every dirty trick in the book to dump me. The good news, that mare taught me great survival techniques, how to stick a saddle, and a fond appreciation for a good horse!

Through the years, I've tried and studied a host of disciplines ~ from trail riding and Trail Challenges, to Western pleasure and showmanship, stock-horse Versatility, Team Penning & Sorting, parades, natural horsemanship ~ and Dressage, an awesome cross-training/conditioning tool & the genesis of Cow'ssage®. Most recently what's captured my focus is Working Equitation, the one sport that incorporates the esence several of my favorite disciplines!!!

I enjoy passing on what I've learned and invite you to participate in one of my clinics!

Ride safe & happy trails,

Janet

The horse-crazy gene I inherited from Grandma first showed up at a pony ride when I was two, instantaneously igniting a life-long passion. And, after a year of trying to pacify me with rocking horses, Mom gave me Vivace (vē-vä-chē), my first Quarter Horse . . . a gelding with a heart of gold and patience of Jobe.

But, upon celebrating my 4th birthday at the Reno Rodeo, I fancied myself a trick rider. Yee ha! I wouldn't quit standing in the saddle, riding backwards, hanging off the horn by my leg ~ and prematurely aging Mom. So, dear Vivace was sold, though he remains in my heart to this day.