NCHSC Offers Free Kids Grooming Clinic

The North Country Horsemen Saddle Club held a Free Kids Grooming Clinic on Saturday, May 15th at the Ornquist Arena near Middle River. Terhya Nyegaard demonstrated to the nine kids that attended, how to groom a horse, apply fly spray and clean hooves. Jennifer Kalkis did a Mane & Tail Braiding presentation with assistance from Honna Westlund, Hanna Bergsnev and Stacey Nelson. The kids were then able to practice grooming and braiding on several horses brought in by club members and even got to do some horse painting. Lunch was served following the Clinic.

The North Country Horsemen Mission Statement is: To provide opportunities for members to improve their horsemanship skills. To provide equine related educational opportunities for a diverse group of horse enthusiasts of all ages. To provide fun events such as trail rides, game days, etc. for our members and community. To help with various nonprofit community events and fundraisers. To grow in relationships with other Equine enthusiasts.

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