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News from HETRA
Can you believe it, this month is half over! At HETRA we had a busy July, with no slowing down for August or September.

We held our first 5-day camp at our two facilities and it was a SUCCESS. The students participated in some crafts(for those wonderful 100 degree Nebraska days!), cleaning stalls and tack, learning parts of the horse, how to halter, lead, and tie a horse and of course RIDING!!

August 26, 2006 is our annual “Little Britches Horse Show”.  The show bill can be found on our website at www.hetra.org. Speaking of Horse Shows, I did get a chance to watch a few classes at Sunrise EquiTherapy’s Horse Show on July 9th in Lincoln. I think everyone had a great time, the weather was great, nice and sunny, no rain!!!

September 10 is the date for our Trial Ride at Cunningham Lake in Omaha. Last year we had over 110 registered riders. Our thanks to Northwest Feed and Grain, Washco Feed and Supply, and Purina Mills for sponsoring brunch this year!

September 11-17 is our Open House and Student Ride-A-Thon.  This is always fun to see the students bring their extended families to watch them ride.
It’s great to see all the smiles around the arena; we always have a barn full of guests.

More information about all of our events can be found on HETRA’s website!  www.hetra.org

Would love to hear your thoughts and any activities going on at your centers! Contact me, the Nebraska NARHA State Chair,  Jodi Teal, jodi@HETRA.org


Plans forming for NE State meeting
What are your thoughts on a State Conference date?   I have been in contact with Sherry Jarvis, www.heartinyourhand.com, about doing a day clinic – with a twist!  There are numerous clinics scheduled all year long, and we try to find time to fit these into our busy schedules. But, I know I don't spend enough time focusing on the horse and reflecting on why I love working with these animals. Sometimes life gets stressful, so I am looking forward to taking an opportunity to take a break and reflect on the wonderful animals.

My question for you  - Do you have time to fit an inspirational and motivational speaking engagement at the HETRA barn into your busy schedules?? A time to reflect on horse and human relationships?? What does the month of November look like for everyone??  I know the National Conference is the 8th (second week of Nov.), I thought if we held it after that date, maybe the 18th (the third weekend), then those that attended the conference can also share what they learned.  Unfortunately, Sherry is already booked for the months September and October. And then we are already into the month of December, maybe the first week? Is this too late in the year for your centers, if so, does this sound like an idea for next year??

Take Care,
Jodi Teal
NARHA NE State Chair