Note: Horsemanship Meets listed on this page use the Categories of Progression and associated
scoring as the foundation for their format.

May 30-31, 2009
Open Schooling Horsemanship Meet, Mendon, MA 

This event is open to AAPH members and friends so be sure to bring a buddy for a great weekend!  Take a look at the program & you’ll see that there’s a terrific mix of fun classes, categories of progression, obstacle course / mini wilderness challenge, horse soccer and pot luck dinner.

We’ll even have a campfire and chance to swap horse stories.  As always with AAPH, all horsemanship disciplines and methods are welcome.

Last year’s Meets in July & October were a blast!  The May meet promises to be just as much fun.  Take a look at the program!  This is a fabulous way to connect with AAPH people you haven’t seen for a while, meet new friends, school your horse and just have fun during a very informal program.  Pick and choose what you’re comfortable with, relax and have a great time with some two-legged and four-legged friends.

 Participants can arrange for any activities that fit their schedule on Saturday or Sunday.  Campers are welcome (sorry no hook-ups available).  Limited stabling or pasture board upon request.

If you’re interested in attending or helping out contact Lorna Palmer at info@springwillowhorsefarm.com or call 508-473-8630.

Event Program       Entry Form

Sunday, February 22, 2009 from noon to 4:00 pm

Sure to be a lot of fun, this is a great way to get together informally with fellow AAPH members and try new things with your horse.  There are indoor and outdoor facilities available and plenty of trailer parking.  This is FREE to AAPH members (and friends who may want to come without their horse). Bring yourself, your horse and a contribution for the pot luck table. See Barn Hop registration form for more details.

Spring Willow Farm, 18 Blackstone Street, Mendon, MA (directions)

Trailers arrive for Horseplay beginning at 12:30 p.m.

Pot luck Goodies & Gathering following horseplay to discuss 2009 schedule

2:30 to 4:00 Meeting of the Minds Gathering

October 12-13, 2008
Open Schooling Horsemanship Meet, Mendon, MA

The August Meet was a blast!  The October one promises to be just as much fun.  Take a look at the program!  This is a fabulous way to connect with AAPH folks you haven’t seen for a while, meet new friends, school your horse and just have fun during a very informal program.  Pick and choose what you’re comfortable with, relax and have a great time with some two-legged and four-legged friends.

Take  a look at the program and you’ll see that there’s a terrific mix of fun classes, categories of progression, obstacle course / mini wilderness challenge, horse soccer and pot luck dinner.  We’ll even have a campfire and chance to swap horse stories.  And, of course, all horsemanship disciplines and methods are welcome.

Participants can arrange for any activities that fit their schedule on Sunday or Monday.  Campers are welcome (sorry no hook-ups available).  Limited Stabling or pasture board upon request. If you’re interested in attending or helping out contact Lorna Palmer at info@springwillowhorsefarm.com or call 508-473-8630. 

Pre-entries should be post-marked by October 6, 2008.

Event Program       Entry Form

August 1-3, 2008
Open Schooling Horsemanship Meet, Mendon, MA

Campers are welcome (sorry no hook-ups available).  Limited stabling or pasture board upon request. We're looking forward to a fantastic, fun-filled event! Come join the fun!

If you’re interested in attending or helping out contact Lorna Palmer at info@springwillowhorsefarm.com or call 508-473-8630.

Event Program       Entry Form

~ Q&A ~
We've had some questions and here are the answers!

Q: What does "Open Grounds for Schooling" mean?
A: You may practice (work/play) with your horse, mounted or unmounted, using the round pens and arenas (trails and paddocks excluded).

Q: May I change my entry (add/modify classes) during the weekend?
A: Yes. The only classes that are preferred as pre-entry (for scheduling purposes) are the Categories of Progression. Categories may be added as the schedule allows.

Q: Will there be more than one horse and handler in a round pen?

A. No, unless a handler requests another person to be present. You will have the opportunity to sign up for time in a round pen specifically for you and your horse.

Q: What is the difference between the "Mini Wilderness Challenge" and "Extreme Trail Course"?

A: The Mini Wilderness Challenge is untimed, and the Extreme Trail Course is timed.

Q: Will I have a chance to share ideas with other handlers while I'm working with my horse?

A: Yes! One of the main goals of a meet like this is to share ideas, so while schooling or before/after a class, feel free to ask others to offer their observations, suggestions, etc. and you do the same!

 

Sunday, November 25, 2007 from noon to 3:00 pm

 What to bring:    You, your horse, negative Coggins, contribution for the pot luck

 Where:            Spring Willow Farm, 18 Blackstone Street, Mendon, MA

 What:             Have fun with fellow AAPH members and your horse while taking advantage of Lorna’s facilities, including the indoor and outdoor arenas, wooden round pen, fenced field, small obstacles and short trail loop.

 RSVP:                 Call Lorna Palmer at 508 473-8630 before noon on Sunday

 November 26, 2006     Click here to read a review and see pictures!
 Wilderness Trail Challenge, Foster, RI

 Hosted by Longmeadow Farm, Foster, RI  directions
  9:00am course preview without horse ~ 10:00am first group begins course 
  Entry Fee Per Team: $30 non member $25 AAPH_NE member  Walk-ins welcome!  Entry form

·   This NEW casual event is an opportunity to challenge your progressive horsemanship skills on a fun obstacle/trail course.

·   Course can be navigated mounted or in-hand & is open for schooling after lunch (as time and space allows).

·   All horse/handler teams will be awarded with a participation patch.

·    Pot luck lunch (please contact Erin MacPhee 401-647-3486 for needed food donations).

Neg. coggins, ASTM helmet (when mounted) & Protective footwear required

... to our Event Sponsors!
Look for Class Sponsors, Personal messages, and others in the Event Program at the Meet!

Thank you all for our raffle donations! Some lucky folks will go home with some great items, including: Rope Halter & Lead, Grooming Tools, Outdoor Gas Grill, English and Western Saddle Pads, 20 bags of shavings, and subscriptions to Eclectic Horseman Magazine, The Californios, The Yankee Pedlar