Conventional flat halters in nylon or leather allow the horse to pull on you and get away. Remember that the horse is 1000 lbs and can use his size and weight along with the ability to out maneuver you with his body. Aligning his head and neck along with the rest of his body can give him the leverage to get away. The nature of the horse is to escape what he dislikes or fears and he will use his body as leverage against us. The rope halter will maximize your ability to control the horse. Safety and control can best be achieved by using the thin rope halter that will make their response uncomfortable and your idea more comfortable. The horse will find the path of least resistance when applied at the right time and the right area. Two knots on the noseband create more pressure when you apply it, but will also stop as soon as you release.

A rope lead at least 12 feet long is best for handling, control and teaching.
NO LUNGE LINES

A 4 ft. training stick with or without a string or 4ft. dressage type whip.

Water troughs are here or bring your own buckets if not comfortable

A helmet is needed for under 18. Release to be signed by parent or guardian.

Bring your lunch, drinks and a chair.

Never do anything that is suggested or told to you on the ground or in the saddle that you do not feel comfortable or safe with.

Please inform me of any health restrictions.

I am happy to answer any questions by phone or email.

TRINA ROMEO Phone (352) 341-1774 aokranch@juno.com

Play Days

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Anyone interested in a Weekday Play Day contact Trina Romeo (below) by phone or email

Pricing:

There is a $15 ground fee for the day.

Open horse pens available for $5

No tying up horses to trailers or trees......thank you

For further information contact:

Trina Romeo
(352) 341-1774

aokranch@juno.com

Play Weekends and Weekend Campout

AT THE AOK RANCH, INVERNESS, FLORIDA

Ocala Parelli Players

A play weekend that will knock your socks off. New obstacles added to the already great Obstacle Challenge. New Precision Arena along with a few other surprises just for your horsemanship pleasure.

Moonlight Ride Weekend

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DATES

Come join us for a moonlight ride in forest, Withlacoochee - 41,000 acres, adjacent to the property Friday and Saturday evenings. Campsites available as well as guest/bunk house and horse accommodations.

Obstacle course, round pens, and riding arenas also available.

Pricing:

Call for pricing

Bunkhouse sleeps 4. On a first come basis.
Trailer hookups available - includes water and electric.
Pens (4 covered and 6 open, first come basis)

Please call or email.

Mail to AOK Ranch

2911 E. Stagecoach Trail

Inverness , Florida 34452

Any questions call or email at

Trina Romeo
Phone: 352.341.1774

aokranch@juno.com

Study Groups

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DATES

New Study Group forming call to get details or more information

Nothing planned so far

Come with your horse and play and develop skills. this is a time to play and get help to increase your communication, feel, timing and observation skills. If you have a particular situation or task that you would like help with. This is the perfect way to do it.

One day and weekend study group dates available. Fridays are always optional for weekends, arrive with horse on Saturday if that is better for your schedule.

There are study group options from meeting with your horse for a few hours, for the weekend with a sleepover for horse and humans

Study Groups are designed to help develop a better communication with their horse. Better communication will create more positive responses from your horse. Resulting in your increased ability to perceive his try and reward it. Knowledge is shared at this time to help each other.

Come and enjoy a weekend getaway of Natural Horsemanship and take it a bit further.

Take this opportunity to meet others involved in Natural Horsemanship

Study groups include:

Theory and the philosophy of natural horsemanship.

Simulations to make sure that you really get it.

Lots of “hands on” time with your horse.

Personal attention for you and your horse.

Help to plan a program for you and your horse.

Opportunity to enjoy a trail ride before or after class.