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| JANUARY 2009 | *BACK TO TOP | |
| •1/15-18 | World Horse Expo | Timonium, MD |
| Check www.horseworldexpo.com/ for more information | ||
| •1/29 - 2/1 | Equine Affaire | Pomona, CA |
| Check www.equineaffaire.com for more information. | ||
| FEBRUARY 2009 | ||
| •2/26 - 3/1 | World Horse Expo | Harrisburg, PA |
| Check www.horseworldexpo.com/ for more information | ||
| MARCH 2009 | ||
| •3/3 - 19 | Trainer Level 1 Seminar with Nicole Kempf | Madison, GA |
| At Creekside Farm. The last two days are testing days. For more information contact Katrin Sheehan: katsheehan@mac.com | ||
| •3/14 | Thorrablot at Winterhorse Park | Eagle, WI |
| Keep
this date open for a fun Icelandic traditional celebration. This Icelandic
winter celebration was formed centuries ago to bring people together
during the dark winter months in Iceland. We will be gathering here at
Winterhorse Park with traditional food, songs, skits and games on
horseback. Be sure to reserve this day of fun. More details to follow
Contact Barb at: winterhorse@centurytel.net |
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| •3/20-22 | CanAm Equine Emporium | London, ON, Canada |
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Check www.canamequine.ca for more information |
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| APRIL 2009 | ||
| •4/2-5 | Equine Affair | Columbus, OH |
| Check www.equineaffaire.com for more information | ||
| •4/11-12 | Riding Clinic with Gudmar Petursson | Limington, ME |
| Check with Boulder Ridge Icelandics www.bricelandics.com for more information | ||
| •4/17-19 | Riding Clinic with Gudmar Petursson | Waitsfield, VT |
| Contact Alice Peal at atpeal@gmavt.net for more information | ||
| •4/25-26 | CIA Open Spring Show USIHC Sanctioned Show. | Santa Ynez, CA |
| More information is available on the web at www.ciaclub.net or by e-mail to Ásta Covert at asta@tolt.net. | ||
| MAY 2009 | ||
| •5/1-3 | Winterhorse Schooling Show | Eagle, WI |
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Schooling Show and instruction with International Sport Judge, Halldor Victorsson. For more information contact winterhorse@centurytel.net or (262)594-5152 HYPERLINK www.winterhorse.com |
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| •5/3 | Icelandic Horse Breed Introduction at Tolt Away Farm | Enderby, BC Canada |
| The
Icelandic Horse is a horse, which suits the North American climate
and life style extremely well. Expect a smaller sized horse
with stamina, health and a quite unique friendly character. As
they are 4-5 gaited you have more choices, while having fun.
Come and join us during this one day event. Learn all about the advantages of this very special breed. Suitable for all levels of riders. For more info please contact us : info@toltaway.com or HYPERLINK www.toltaway.com |
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| •5/8-10 | Centered Riding Clinic with Sue Leffler | Magnetawan, ON, Canada |
Arrival:
May 7, 2009 – Departure: May 10, 2009
At
Clear Lake Farm. Sue
is a senior Level IV Centered Riding Instructor. This 3 day clinic starts
with an interactive talk on
Thursday evening (May 7). The format will be semi-private lessons and
unmounted awareness sessions. Maximum of 12 participants. Focus will be on
application of CR to Icelandic and gaited horses but all disciplines
(English and Western) are welcome. School horses are available.
Information:
Kordula Reinhartz, clf@xplornet.com or (705) 387-4464, www.icelandichorses.ca
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| •5/9-10 | TTEAM Connect Icelandic Clinic | Ridgefield, WA |
| Teacher
Mandy Pretty Two days of TTEAM & Connected Riding exercises. This clinic offers a positive, stress-free opportunity to learn a new way to find the gaits through TTEAM & Connected Riding concepts. Contact leddy@vancouver.wse.edu or (250)545-2336 for more information. www.icefarm.com |
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| •5/15-17 | Flugnir Clinic | Waterville, MN |
| Knutur
Berndsen will be helping attendees learn how to start their own
horses and will also offer riding instruction to the novice and
experienced riders who attend. The clinic format is flexible and
we hope to offer something of value to all who attend.
Please contact cookice@frontiernet.net or (507)362-4538 for more information www.flugnir.50megs.com |
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•5/16-17 |
TTEAM Connect |
Vernon, BC, Canada |
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Teacher: Mandy Pretty Contact icefarm@shaw.ca or (250)545-2336 for more information. www.icefarm.com |
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| •5/23-24 | Tryouts for World Championship | Madison, GA |
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| •5/29-31 | Competition Clinic and Schooling Show | Trout Lake, WA |
| At
Dick and Linda Templeton's Red Feather Ranch. Clinicians:
Svanhildur Stefansdottir and Alexandra Pregitzer. Detailed
instruction on competition riding with class room style theory
lessons, private riding lessons, practise sessions on the oval track and a
schooling show on Sunday. For
further information, please email alexandra.pregitzer@gmx.de or sstefansd@yahoo.com
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| •5/29-31 | FEIF Breed Evaluations | Madison, GA |
| Young horses and full evaluation at Creekside Farm. Contact Katrin Sheehan katsheehan@mac.com | ||
| June 2009 | ||
| •6/4-7 | TTEAM Connect Icelandic Clinic | Vernon, BC, Canada |
| Teachers:
Robyn Hood; Mandy Pretty; Sue Falkner-March Four day riding clinic - the first day will be an introduction to the horses, basic TTouch, balancing riders and giving people a sense of the horses they will be riding. The next 2 days will be Centered/Connected Riding with Sue Falkner-March followed by another day of riding & ground work with Icelandic horses. This clinic offers a positive, stress-free opportunity to learn about Icelandic horses and TTouch. We will be focusing on Centered/Connected Riding on day 2 & 3 and integrate these skills into work on the gaits. Riders will have the opportunity to ride different horses and we will cover saddle fit, dentistry and an introduction to TTouch bodywork and the Playground of Higher Learning & Connected Groundwork. This clinic is not suited for brand new riders (call us if you are not sure) and you will be riding 1-2 times per day. We are taking a maximum of 8 people. Lunches included. Contact
icefarm@shaw.ca
or (250)545-2336 for more information. www.icefarm.com |
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| •6/6-15 | Clinic and Trek | Iceland |
| Join
us for a 3 day intensive riding clinic with Gudmar Petursson, followed by
a 5 day trek. For intermediate to advanced riders.
Check www.america2iceland.com/html/schedule.html for more information |
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| •6/7-10 | 4 day Riding Clinic | Magnetawan, ON, Canada |
Arrival:
June 6, 2009 – Departure: June 11, 2009
At Clearlake Farm. Open
riding clinic with two riding lessons and one theory lesson per day.
Instruction will be given in groups of a maximum of 4 riders. School
horses available.
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| •6/13-14 | Fun & Pleasure Event | Magnetawan, ON, Canada |
At Clearlake Farm. The
ninth annual Icelandic Horse show - 1 ½ days of friendly competition in a
variety of classes to demonstrate the versatility of the Icelandic Horse.
Come and bring your horse. The Event will be judged by Canadian National Sport Judges. Join
us for a casual get together Saturday evening. Everyone is welcome!
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| •6/13-14 | CLINIC WITH SIGRUN BRYNJARSDOTTIR | Hayden, CO |
| Organized by Dave Irish and Ann Kruuse. Costs of the clinic, etc. are yet to be finalized. It will be held on Ann and Dave's new ranch which is adjacent to the Steamboat Springs airport.. Contact Dave and Ann atvikingfarm@yahoo.com for details. Please sign up by May 14. | ||
| •6/13-14 | Interior Gaited Horse Show | Armstrong, BC, Canada |
| 11th
Annual fun, gaited show with 4 classes for Icelandics and many
open classes.
Contact Valur70@hotmail.com or (250) 938-2153 for more information.
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| •6/16-22 | Educate and Rejuvenate | Iceland |
| Week-long clinic for
beginners and intermediate riders. Half day clinic time, field trips to
famous breeding farms, trail riding, and plenty of time to soak at the hot
springs. Our most popular trip.
Check www.america2iceland.com/html/schedule.html for more information |
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| •6/20-21 | More
gaits - more fun  Experience the Icelandic Horse at Tolt Away Farm
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Enderby, BC, Canada |
| Learn
to ride the walk, trot, tölt and canter. Experience the
difference between trot and a tölt, speed changes and gait
changes. This clinic is addressed to all levels of riders. Each
participant will be taught according to his/her level of riding.
Your horse or
ours.
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| •6/26-28 | CLINIC WITH CORALIE DENMEADE | Fairplay, CO |
| Organized by Julia Anderson and Judy Ahrens. Coralie is a FEIF certified trainer who will focus on tölt and gait separation. Depending on participation, clinic cost will be between $175 and $200. The fee will include facilities rental, horse boarding, lunches and meat and drinks for a pot luck. Auditors are welcome for a nominal fee. Coralie can accommodate a total of 12 participants. Please let Julia (719-836-2553) or Judy (719-836-3626) know by May 1 if you plan to attend. | ||
| •6/27-28 | 2-Generation weekend | Magnetawan, ON, Canada |
Arrival:
evening of June 26, 2009 – Departure: June 28, 2009 after lunch
At
Clear Lake Farm. Be
it mother / father + child, grandma / grandpa + grandchild, aunt / uncle +
niece / nephew – this event is intended for an adult bringing a child 6
years or older. Maximum number of
participants: 5 “pairs”. This
weekend of fun and education around and about the Icelandic Horse will be
catered to the interests and abilities of the participants. You may bring
your own horse to be included in the activities if suitable.
Information: Kordula Reinhartz, clf@xplornet.com or (705) 387-4464, www.icelandichorses.ca |
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| •6/27-28 | FEIF World Ranking Event | Tunbridge, VT |
| The
following event has been registered by Will Covert (United States
Icelandic Horse Congress (USIHC)) as a FEIF WorldRanking Event: Venue: Silver Maple Farm Name: Tunbridge, Vermont, USA First day: 27-06-2009 Last day: 28-06-2009 Contact person: Susan Peters E-mail: susan.peters@ Tests: T1, T3, T2, V1, V2, F2, F1 FEIF WordRanking Code: US20906280 |
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| JULY 2009 | ||
| •7/4-5 | Riding Clinic with Gudmar Petursson | Mendon, NY |
| Contact
Andrea Barber at www.sandmeadow.com
for more
information
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| •7/9-10 | Natural Horsemanship Clinic Level 1 with Richard Thompson | Magnetawan, ON, Canada |
Arrival:
July 8 / departure: July 11
At
Clear Lake Farm. Richard
Thompson - an excellent and dedicated teacher - will teach “Learning the
language of the Relationship”. This
clinic is a great opportunity to learn all about “horse communication”
and body language. It is an asset for horse handlers of all levels. If you
are either a beginner or an experienced horse owner, you are sure to learn
a lot.
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| •7/11-12 | Riding Clinic with Richard Thompson | Magnetawan, ON, Canada |
Arrival:
July 10 / departure: July 12 late afternoon
At
Clear Lake Farm. A
new clinic format with the well-known and dedicated horseman Richard
Thompson. Participants in this riding clinic should have participated in a previous Level 1 Richard
Thompson clinic. Richard has the
ability to break complex topics into manageable building blocks – take
them apart and put them back together. Valuable clinic for riders of all
levels.
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| •7/13-18 | Starting Young Horses Clinic | Vernon, BC, Canada |
| Teachers:
Robyn Hood and Mandy Pretty Participants will have the opportunity to take a young Icelandic horse through the steps of starting him under saddle using TTEAM techniques. This clinic also includes working with, young Icelandic foals at their mothers' side, weanlings, and older unhandled horses. The course is open for people to bring their own young horse of any breed. This clinic counts towards becoming a TTEAM Practitioner. Lunches included. Contact
icefarm@shaw.ca
or (250)545-2336 for more information. www.icefarm.com |
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| •7/17-18 | International Breeding Evaluation | Vanderhoof, BC, Canada |
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Judges Herdis
Reynisdottir and John Siiger Hansen. For information, contact
Lisi Ohm lisiohm@telus.net
or (250)-567-3298
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| •7/19-21 | Tölt Clinic with Jelena Ohm, Holar Graduate | Vanderhoof, BC, Canada |
| Beginner to advanced; some horses can be supplied. For information, contact Lisi Ohm lisiohm@telus.net or (250)-567-3298 | ||
| •7/25-26 | TTEAM Connect | Vernon, BC, Canada |
| Two
days of TTEAM & Connected Riding exercises either on our
horses or your own. This clinic offers a positive, stress-free
opportunity to learn about Icelandic horses (or bring your own
horse), experience the tölt and TTEAM & Connected Riding
concepts. We will only be accepting 8 participants to ensure
personal attention. Lunches included.
Contact icefarm@shaw.ca or (250)545-2336 for more information. www.icefarm.com |
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| AUGUST 2009 | ||
| •8/1-2 | Riding Clinic with Alex Pregitzer at Big D's Bar | Ridgefield, WA |
| Private
lessons Jul 31. sign up thru June 15th. for further information, contact Alex at Alexandra.pregitzer@gmx.de or Rachel at rachelhorse@comcast.net |
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| •8/3-9 | World Championships for Icelandic Horses | Brunnadern, Switzerland |
| www.islandpferde-wm.ch | ||
| •8/8-9 | 7th Annual All-Gaited Junior Benefit Horse Show | Vallejo, CA |
| Solano
County Fairgrounds This show has classes for Tennessee Walkers, Spotted Saddle Horses, Peruvian Horses AND Icelandics! Also several "OGB" (Other Gaited Breeds) classes for ALL gaited breeds to show in. Proceeds from the show benefit the North American Peruvian Horse Association Junior Scholarship Fund. Very fun show - check out the website for more information! http://www.juniorbenefit.com Contact jrbenefithorseshow@yahoo.com or call (510)-758-7786 for more information |
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| •8/10-15 | TTEAM Connect Icelandic Clinic | Vernon, BC, Canada |
| Teachers:
Robyn Hood; Mandy Pretty; Sue Falkner-March In depth hands-on workshop exploring the TTOUCH and TTEAM ground exercises with a variety of horses. This clinic also includes Connected Riding and groundwork, evaluating saddle fit, ground driving and the use of TTEAM equipment including the body wrap and balance rein. Lunches included. Contact icefarm@shaw.ca or (250)545-2336 for more information. www.icefarm.com
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| •8/13-14 | Learn to ride a competition at Tölt Away Farm | Enderby, BC, Canada |
| Always
a bit unsure about what to expect from a show or just would like
to improve your riding? Great than this is for you!! * Learn what the
judges would like to see in each class You will test ride real classes for the judge. Then get your detailed information on the performance and find out what needs to be improved. Than we'll work you through. You'll be amazed how much you can improve in just 2 days. You can do it. we will help you. Non Horse owners can participate in this clinic on one of our horses. A good basic riding level required. Trainer and judge will be available during this event to help you improve. For more information , please contact us : info@toltaway.com or HYPERLINK www.toltaway.com
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| •8/15-16 | Icelandic
Horse Competition Grand Opening of 250m Oval Track at
Tölt Away
Farm |
Enderby, BC, Canada |
| Sport
and Fun Show
Come and enjoy a weekend of fun and competition amongst Icelandic Horse enthusiasts. Make new friends and enjoy competition in a friendly atmosphere. Suitable for all, kids and beginners to professional riders and trainers. You'll find something for everyone. Fun and FEIF classes. Please join us for this special event and our grand opening of the third 250m oval track in Canada. The past
president of the German Icelandic Horse Federation, Mr. Winfried
Winnefeld said about this track: Don't own a horse? No problem - we have a few horses available to non horse owners. Please contact us for more information: info@toltaway.com or HYPERLINK www.toltaway.com
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| •8/15-16 | SADDLE FITTIING CLINIC | Durango, CO |
| Organized
by Lynne Fickett. The clinic will be conducted by Eileen Guinipero
who will be bringing saddles with which to demonstrate the fine
points of fitting a saddle to your horse and to you. Costs
for the clinic are yet to be determined. Please contact
Lynne at lynnef@frontier.net for
more information.
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| •8/21-23 | Riding Clinic with Gudmar Petursson | Palmer, AK |
| Contact Virginia Crawford at tolting@mtaonline.net for more information | ||
| •8/28-30 | Riding Clinic with Gudmar Petursson | Puslinch, ON, Canada |
| Contact Eve Suddaby at eve@everik.com for more information | ||
| •8/29-30 | TTEAM Connect Icelandic Clinic | Vernon, BC, Canada |
| Two
days of TTEAM & Connected Riding exercises either on our
horses or your own. This clinic offers a positive, stress-free
opportunity to learn about Icelandic horses (or bring your own
horse), experience the tölt and TTEAM & Connected Riding
concepts. We will only be accepting 8 participants to ensure
personal attention. Lunches included.
Contact icefarm@shaw.ca or (250)545-2336 for more information. www.icefarm.com |
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| SEPTEMBER 2009 | ||
| •9/12-13 | Flugnirkeppni Show | Eagle, WI |
| Contact Barb Riva at winterhorse@centurytel.net for more information, or call (262) 594-5152 | ||
| •9/12-13 | Balanced Riding Clinic | Magnetawan, ON, Canada |
| Arrival: Sept.
11 / departure: Sept. 13
The Balanced Riding clinic will promote harmony between the rider and horse. You will combine sessions of stretch and strength exercises with relaxation and individual body alignment to create a more balanced seat on your horse. This will also release tension and reduce anxiety and fear allowing a greater connection to your horse. Instructors: Yolanda Yott (certified fitness instructor and Icelandic Horse owner) & Otmar Füth. School horses are available. Information: Kordula Reinhartz, clf@xplornet.com or (705) 387-4464 |
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| •9/19-20 | FEIF International Breed Evaluations | Windsor, CT |
| Hosted by NEIHC. Contact Brian bpintin@bcn.net or Martina martinagates@mac.com or website www.neihc.com | ||
| •9/19-20 | TTEAM Connect | Vernon, BC, Canada |
| Two
days of TTEAM & Connected Riding exercises either on our
horses or your own. This clinic offers a positive, stress-free
opportunity to learn about Icelandic horses (or bring your own
horse), experience the tölt and TTEAM & Connected Riding
concepts. We will only be accepting 8 participants to ensure
personal attention. Lunches included.
Contact
icefarm@shaw.ca
or (250)545-2336 for more information. www.icefarm.com |
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| •9/26-27 | Riding Clinic with Gudmar Petursson | Delhi, NY |
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Contact Heleen Heyning at boshey@delhi.net for more information |
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| OCTOBER 2009 | ||
| •10/2-4 | Eastern Seabord Show | VA Center, VA |
| Contact Anne Elwell pruthur@aol.com for more information | ||
| •10/9-11 | Clinic with Gudmar Petursson | Durango, CO |
| Organized
by Cecily Klingman and Lynne Fickett, this clinic will be held at
Riversong Ranch. As was the case last year, clinic participation
will be limited to 12 participants with private and semi-private
lessons available as time permits. Horse boarding will be
available at either River Song Ranch or Wind River Icelandic Horse
Ranch. Contact Cecily at cecily@mcn.org or
Lynne at lynnef@frontier.net for
more information.
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| •10/17-18 | Riding Clinic with Gudmar Petursson | West Chester, PA |
| Contact
Lynne Alfonsi at lynne@vikinghorse.com
for more information |
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| •10/23-25 | Guys’ Weekend | Magnetawan, ON, Canada |
Arrival:
evening of Oct. 23 /
departure: Oct. 25 after lunch
At
Clear Lake Farm. A
get-away just for guys, men, chaps, . . . Bring your horse or just use one
of ours. Weekend may contain serious education, trail riding, camp fire,
social time, happy hours. Participants’
discretion is advised!
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| •10/23-25 | Riding Clinic with Gudmar Petursson | Durango, CO |
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Contact Linda McLaughlin at wricelandics@earthlink.net for more information |
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| •10/30-11/1 | 2009 Kentucky Icelandic Horse Show | Frankfort, KY |
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Lakeside
Arena |
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| NOVEMBER 2009 | ||
| •11/12-15 | Equine Affair | Springfield, MA |
| Check www.equineaffaire.com for more information | ||
| December 2009 | ||
| •12/31 | Clear Lake Farm’s New Year’s Eve Party | Magnetawan, ON, Canada |
| At Mike's Hall. Book
the whole package including but not limited to welcome drink, trail ride
through the snow, dinner, accommodation – details to follow. Enjoy
fireworks at Midnight and start the New Year among Icelandic Horse
friends. Shuttle service to and from Mike’s Hall will be available.
Information:
Kordula Reinhartz, clf@xplornet.com or (705) 387-4464, www.icelandichorses.ca
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