Re: fjordhorse-digest V2000 #24
This message is from: Anita Unrau [EMAIL PROTECTED] Got a chuckle out of Misha's description of the 13th Warrior. Wouldn't say it was the worst movie I had seen but it sure could have used a story line. After two and a half months of filming some spectacular shots of the horses the six or so min. on the screen were a disappointment. We heard the Director John Tiernman and Michael Crichton had a big fight over the movie and the Director lost. He was the man with the vision of how it should be and controlled all the shooting and it was different from Mr. Crichton's. We plan on getting the video and going over the horse scenes frame by frame and see who we can identify. None of the spectacular shots were used that we could see. During filming they said they were happy if they got 4 or 5 seconds of good footage. I finally seen why. Everything was so fast my eyes had trouble adjusting to the fast pace and we were sitting near the front which was a mistake. The white Arab that Antonio rode had 16 or 17 different horses from start to finish if I remember right. The whole movie thing certainly was a eye opener but would do it again with a few changes. Out of the 22 head we took to Campbell River in 97 all are sold except for one gelding, the three broodmares that are not for sale and the only non Fjord that went. That was Strausser, our red dun Hanoverian gelding that we took to Ebbs, Austria in 98 for the World Singles Championship. His moment of movie fame was somersaulting in the moat with Mel Hyland, former World Champion Saddle Bronc rider. Mel got too close to the edge and a front foot sunk and over they went. Going exactly where you put Strausser, at whatever speed is what made Strausser so quick in the hazards. You have to respect that trust and not diminish it in any way. Mel didn't ride him again after that. The last few years have certainly been entertaining even if we haven't been home for most of it. Makes one wonder what the new millennium will bring. Anita Unrau Anvil's Acres Norwegian Fjord Horses Disposition, Conformation, Versatility
Carriage shopping for Ernie...
This message is from: Betsy Bauer [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hello List and Welcome/Hello Ernie I came across an interesting site regarding carriages. http://www.carriagemart.com I do believe I saw a Bird in Hand there. Perhaps it will work out for you and others who either want to purchase or just see all the different styles of carriage. Any one interested in a magnificent authentic Park Drag? E-me... Abbey has been making great progress with her fjord, Hakar, and jumping. They passed the D2 rating of Pony Club. To better feel the sport of jumping she began her jumping lessons on a schooling horse (not a fjord sorry to say) and then couldn't wait to try it on Hakar. Saturday, she jumped with alittle more confidence but Hakar really would rather go for it and really jump. Abbey pulls him back because she isn't quite convinced. So he ends up walking over or hopping. We all know the process is gradual, just thankful that she has the right pony to care for her as she rides. How everyone's week is a little warmer... Betsy Bauer www.fjordpony.com
Re: fjordhorse-digest V2000 #24
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 1/23/00 4:07:11 PM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The last one I bought is dandy. It lights up a line of tiny bulbs inside and tells you exactly how much juice is running through your wire. Mine cost $12. You hang it on the wire and stick the other end in the ground. Sometimes grass isn't real easy to find where I am.
Re:13th Warrior
This message is from: Brian Thompson [EMAIL PROTECTED] I saw that movie and agree that it was really awful, but I wondered where they found so many Fjords.
Re: Electric fence
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 1/23/00 9:24:03 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Yes my braids stay stuck out permanently now--Gayle, just call me Lightning Lil. Probably secretly dreamed of being the super dude in that Lon Chaney flick, Electro man or Dr. Dymano or something. Obviousy Nicola Tesla being my favorite popular hero--right after QueeQueg out of Moby Dick. EXCEPT that you don't feel the power from a Tesla coil as it passes through (or over) your body and leaps off an extremity to light a flourescent tube in your hand. Merek
Re: Electric fence
This message is from: Jean Gayle [EMAIL PROTECTED] Misha, you may have found your calling!! For hire, experienced electric fence tongue tester. No matter what the strength, this tongue has tested them all etc. etc. I like your story about all three of you hitting the wire. Sometimes when I pet one of my horses my elbow or arm connects with the electric fence and we both get shocked. Makes my horses a bit shy of me for awhile. Jean Jean Gayle Aberdeen, WA [Authoress of The Colonel's Daughter Occupied Germany 1946 TO 1949 ] http://www.techline.com/~jgayle Barnes Noble Book Stores
Re: Electric fence
This message is from: Carl Sarah Nagel [EMAIL PROTECTED] Mishason I just had to tell you my fence story one day I was putting a lunge whip back into the door of Chip Lamb's stallion barn. I glanced up to see faces so sweet that needed pet. Both Kaiser and Rusten stood with their heads over their stall doors and I stood between them and reached up to scratch foreheads ... one with each hand, and they both reached toward me stretching their necks out. One of the two of them must have made contact with the hot wire that runs along the top board of the half walls in the front and all three of us, jumped. I spun and ran out of the barn, they each spun and ran out of their stalls and out to their pens. We three looked at each other again and couldn't believe it. My fingers stung for almost 1/2 hour!!! That is a hot wire. -Original Message- From: misha nogha [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: fjordhorse@angus.mystery.com fjordhorse@angus.mystery.com Date: Sunday, January 23, 2000 6:16 PM Subject: Electric fence This message is from: misha nogha [EMAIL PROTECTED] What was that now, pick a wet piece of grass and then put your tongue on the fence. Sounds kinda risky, but what the hay, I'm game. Granted our fence is a mere 7000 volts so it may sting a bit. I had those darn fence testers--the cheap ones, and the thing blew up when I put it on the fence. Why such a hot fence. Well with some of my Fjords, like you say, even the tiniest tick makes them wary, and others of them are real kidders and will test it daily to see if it is hot. There is sort of a small explosion from the rear of the horse, and then it takes off running and shaking its head. However, a few days later--same horse will test again to see if it is still hot. They all seem mighty cavalier about it. I have two geldings that are that way. The stallion is the most chicken about it. He eyes the fence warily and if you say, 'tick' he jumps. Yes my braids stay stuck out permanently now--Gayle, just call me Lightning Lil. Probably secretly dreamed of being the super dude in that Lon Chaney flick, Electro man or Dr. Dymano or something. Obviousy Nicola Tesla being my favorite popular hero--right after QueeQueg out of Moby Dick. For those of you looking for Norwegian names, I kind of thought about doing what my Norwegian ancestors did and add 'son' at the end of every name. Dunson, Nickson, Bettyson--you know. Better go try that tongue thing now. Misha
Fw: Norwegian girl looking for work!
This message is from: Julie Will [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hello everyone ~ I am passing this message along to anyone who might be interested in having Irene come work for them. She sounds very capable! - Original Message - From: Irene Strømø [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, January 22, 2000 6:25 AM Subject: Norwegian girl looking for work! Dear, Board Vice President of the Fjord Herald, Julia Will. I'm a 19 years old norwegian girl who is looking for work with horses next year. My riding teacher, Ove Natland recommended me to write to you and ask for help. I found your e-mail address in the Fjord Herald of winter 2000. I'm attending the horsecourse at Fjordane Folkehøgskule. We ride and take care of the fjordhorses at Norsk Fjordhestsenter(Norwegian Fjordhorsecenter) in Nordfjordeid. I would like to travel to the states and learn more about both your country, language and culture, and your way of working with horses which I find very interessting. It is nice that so many people in the US is interessted in the fjordhorse. I have worked with horses for 6 years, mostly fjordhorses and trotters. I'm a non-smoker and I have a car-lisence. If you know someone who could use some help next year, please give me an answer. I can send you or them a letter with more information of myself. Sincerely, Irene Strømø Høylandsvegen 34 5412 STORD NORWAY e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] __ Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com
Electric fence
This message is from: misha nogha [EMAIL PROTECTED] What was that now, pick a wet piece of grass and then put your tongue on the fence. Sounds kinda risky, but what the hay, I'm game. Granted our fence is a mere 7000 volts so it may sting a bit. I had those darn fence testers--the cheap ones, and the thing blew up when I put it on the fence. Why such a hot fence. Well with some of my Fjords, like you say, even the tiniest tick makes them wary, and others of them are real kidders and will test it daily to see if it is hot. There is sort of a small explosion from the rear of the horse, and then it takes off running and shaking its head. However, a few days later--same horse will test again to see if it is still hot. They all seem mighty cavalier about it. I have two geldings that are that way. The stallion is the most chicken about it. He eyes the fence warily and if you say, 'tick' he jumps. Yes my braids stay stuck out permanently now--Gayle, just call me Lightning Lil. Probably secretly dreamed of being the super dude in that Lon Chaney flick, Electro man or Dr. Dymano or something. Obviousy Nicola Tesla being my favorite popular hero--right after QueeQueg out of Moby Dick. For those of you looking for Norwegian names, I kind of thought about doing what my Norwegian ancestors did and add 'son' at the end of every name. Dunson, Nickson, Bettyson--you know. Better go try that tongue thing now. Misha
eats
This message is from: Jim and TammyHooper [EMAIL PROTECTED] I have to comment about the people using a grass test to see if there fence is hot. We have just moved into the area and need to protect our hay with something. Our grass is currently sampled by deer, elk and moose not to mention our two Fjords. In the summer we plan to build a hay barn. Until then I guess we are just supporting the wildlife. The deer seem to only eat the leafy part of the grass. Some of the bigger critters go into our covered stack and pull complete 100+ pound bales out. Luckily I have contacted a farmer a couple of miles away who has hay in his barn he will sale me at a later date. Tammy Hooper Bonners Ferry, ID
Re: fjordhorse-digest V2000 #19
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Gayle, We are mostly into riding our horses, both on the trail and in the arena. We have six kids in 4-H horse program this year.Tami I would like to learn more about showing, our Fjord. We also love to drive our horses. We are planing to come to your place on Thurs. 27th probably in the early afternoon. We will call you when we are on the road. We are excited to see you and would love to see a couple of the gals demonstrate what their Fjords can do. ( If possible) Thanks Ken Pugh P.S. Could you give us your phone #. our mobile phone # is 801-301-4375 Home #801-254-1132
Re: 13th warrior
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 1/23/00 2:23:46 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Anyway, I would rather think The Vikings, with Tony Curtis and Ernest Borgnine---not to mention Kirk Douglous blasting around on a real cutie Fjord was a better Viking movie. Yes. I agree with you there. If anybody sees that the movie is on tv, please let me know. I think that was the first place I ever saw a fjord! It's been years since I've actually seen the movie though. And I also found 13th Warrior a major league disappointment. What a waste of fjords! And acting talent! It was a rather tasteless, pointless movie, from where I sat. Pamela
Re: Say Hay!!!!
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Caitlin - Congratulations on your engagement! Love the idea of a horse as an engagement present - so much more fun than a ring. And if you and your husband to be can enjoy him together, all the better! Ann in freezing northern Minnesota
Re: Story of a GREAT fjord
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 1/23/00 7:23:49 AM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Well the skilled riders thought oh, gee... a pony ride. But the beginners felt a good challenge. Belle one of my best fjord mares, had the girls that thought they were pros. So, she tested their skill the entire time. Catherine, how wonderful! What a great story and a truly great Fjord... I have heard, and found to be true, that horses are forgiving with beginners, obedient with pros, and ruthless with intermediates. LOL. Brigid in CA Tommes Rafael
Re: Story of a GREAT fjord
This message is from: Denise Delgado [EMAIL PROTECTED] dear catherine, just think what a good thing you did for that girl. that night i bet she went to bed thinking about her accomplishment and was thrilled at having just done that much! i bet you in no time, the horse bug will bite and she will be hooked. how could she not be with such a patient teacher as you? keep up the good work, denise
Re: fjordhorse-digest V2000 #23
This message is from: Denise Delgado [EMAIL PROTECTED] welcome louise, glad to have you join us. i read an article in one of the horse mags not too long ago that bermuda and a lot of the carribean islands have a scarcity of grass for fodder. so consequently, a lot of the horses just eat bagged pellets or grain. the colic rate was described as very high in the article. a vet wrote it and i wish i could remember the source. is it this true and what do you feed your horses? they said hay has to be shipped in and is outrageously expensive, hence bagged grain. denise
Re: Hansje from Holland
This message is from: Denise Delgado [EMAIL PROTECTED] fantastic marion. keep sending in your adventures and let us all know how she is coming along. denise
Re: Fw: Dun looking for names?
This message is from: Jean Gayle [EMAIL PROTECTED] Mike re Norwegian names, I have a book called Kristin Lavransdatter rather like Hawaii with a thousand pages and full of Norwegian names for people, towns, places etc. It is an old book, 1923 but quite good for a long winters night! Jean Jean Gayle Aberdeen, WA [Authoress of The Colonel's Daughter Occupied Germany 1946 TO 1949 ] http://www.techline.com/~jgayle Barnes Noble Book Stores
Re: Foal trimming, aussie, electric fence
This message is from: Jean Gayle [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hahaha Brian, maybe your grass stays wet all year but believe it or not with a 115 rainfall the grass does have to be licked. Actually I developed quite a knack of running the blade through my mouth ,much like the proper way to eat parsley. My electric wire seems to have enough kick but the grass does not show it unless it is wet. Don't spoil my fun! Jean Jean Gayle Aberdeen, WA [Authoress of The Colonel's Daughter Occupied Germany 1946 TO 1949 ] http://www.techline.com/~jgayle Barnes Noble Book Stores
Re: Foal trimming, aussie, electric fence
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Sat, 22 Jan 2000 17:45:02 -0800 Jean Gayle [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Misha, I would never touch those wires. I pick a blade of grass, wet it with my tongue and then rest the blade on the hot wire. It gives you a trickle if the wire is hot. Be sure, of course, the blade of grass is not from a corner etc, re dogs. Yuk!! Jean Jean, I hate to take away the thrill and challenge of not knowing whether you've picked a piece of grass that's never been pooped on by a bird, peed on by a dog, stepped on by a horse's dirty foot, growing out of a pile of horse poop, etc... : ) But you don't have to lick it! The water in the grass transmits electricity just as well as any moisture you put on the outside. I wouldn't blame you if you keep licking them though. No element of mystery and danger the other way! Carpe diem!! Brian : )
Re: Story of a GREAT fjord/ mounting riders safely
This message is from: Joanna Crell [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi, I appreciated your story of you oh so patient fjord, they are wonderful aren't they? at least most of the time. I work with children both able and less every day with our horses and often host a variety of them in 4-H groups or scouts or waldorf kindergartens.etc Always, my volunteer(well trained) to new person ratio is so important, if there is to tacking and riding it has to be ultra managed, its just sooo easy for something to go wrong and it is so not worth that! I find myself getting self-concious occasionally even tho I do this 24/7 and am confident in our whole set-up, I make sure I have a helper who knows all check over even my work, and repeat ome of whats important to the students. Next, what I really wanted to say was that the first mounting of anyone should never be from the ground , foot in the stirrup and up onto the horse. Mounting and dismounting are the 2 biggest moments of truth, transition times, of riding. For the horse, that means, he has been free, then caught, (seperated from the herd often), groomed, which when done by its knowlegeable owner could possibly key the rider into any one of a thousand important clues about the immenent activity- and after being basically bound into tight hopefully well fitting(read safe)gear, this instinct driven animal must now behave with almost human intuition and goood manners. The rider, having not had her or his balance challenged now needs to commit their body to steadiness, some strength and flexibility; Ie. leave the ground be aware, breath, readjust and relax. Thats alot!!! Riding is just so unique, the preperations you can help with are physical stretches that that are for the sake of both horse and rider and as much clear narative a child or student is capable of taking in. We bounce and lay back on mooring balls( tough vinyl equivalents to therapy balls) and often introduce the word yogano not yogurt) as we pretend to pull imaginary ropes and charm imaginary snakes. My husband tells everyone to believe that they have amovie camera set into their tummy, we call it belly-cam, the object is to keep taking clear pictures/ wher you look with you eyes is where you will go. so on. most imporatantly, in that first session there is just so much information one can hold, after that its overload. Be very concious of where each indivdual is at. Teaching anyone to mount themselves from the ground is much better left for a later lesson. ESPECIALLY when the child has ANY issues whatsoever. I truly believe and think many would agree that the first seated moment on the horse should happen quietly, peacefully and with the least possibility of trauma. your first time only happens once. To minmize risk, We mount every rider either from stairs, platform or if things have gone fabulously well, teach the leg -up. Always, an extra horse holder/leader is valuable. Mounting from the ground is very destructive to your horses back and to your saddle. It takes a long time of doing it to become good at it, and yes , every rider should* be able to do it when neccessary. It is an incredible part of each person education to accomplish the begining and end tasks of ttheir physical activity goal, feels great; when it happens smoothly. Often, the initial hesitation and lack of coordination leads to mixed signals and scary takeoffs. A child that is screaming is in need of having the situation assessed and modified. They are in a position of vulnerability but also can quickly affect all others. The barrel is a great place for sort of learning about body position, but it all changes with the horse.I said all this stuff in a long way only because I think in progressions like that, the short version is , make it easy on yourself and get people on to sit the horse the easy way. When weight is an issue, it will always be frightening for at least awhile, the most safe arrangement is really a very well made ramp/mounting platform, and train your horses to get close and be comfortable. Blocks work for able and often good riders and can be disastrous for many folks. There is so much to impart on any rider or driver,whether they are able or challenged, it all connects somehow. MY one desire in life is to see people who want to have a horse experience have it be wonderful. Fjords are my choice to add to this equation, for all of the reasons we share in this forum. I hope that by sharing our good training techniques we will have successes beyond our wildest dreams and enjoy positive growth. Bless their hairy bumskas, fjords are the cutest. thanks, Joanna === Joanna Crell - David Folger Willowind Therapeutic Horseback Riding Center Phone FAX (207) 288-9506
Experience w/ Electro-Braid
This message is from: GAIL RUSSELL [EMAIL PROTECTED] I have finally decided that I need a full perimeter fence to keep loose horses from running onto the highway. Also to keep strangers from wandering up to the horses' pens and putting their hands/food inside. I figure, if I'm going to have a stallion around, I better do some more safety planning - especially in lawsuit happy California. Am leaning toward Electro-braid on the perimeters that do not front directly on the highway. Four strands, with posts up to 50 feet apart. Part of the reason is so that I don't have MORE fence that I can't easily clip underneath it. With this I can turn the fence off and run a sickle bar mower underneath it, if necessary. Also possible to take it down, if need be for various ag operations. So... does anyone have any insight or cautions with it? The horses may be turned loose inside the fence occasionally - but mostly it is just a safety consideration - and to keep intruders out. The horses inside wil be inside pipe panel fencing. Along the highway I'm going to use Red Brand No Climb - 6 feet high with a board on top. Took Gunthar out yesterday to pony him - try to get back in shape. First time we tried it. He was a perfect gentleman. I think he has found his career as a pack horse. He has always disliked the riding part. Sort of looks at you like, What ARE you doing up there? - but he seemed to have a wonderful time being ponied. In the meantime, my supposedy dead broke QH was freaking out with the ocean breezes at Bodega. Great place to ride though - all sand dunes and soft landings. TIA Gail Gail Russell Forestville CA [EMAIL PROTECTED] Clicker List Web Site : http://clickryder.cjb.net
Redford/ bucking
This message is from: fjords [EMAIL PROTECTED] This message is from [EMAIL PROTECTED] Lauren Sellars We have cured bucking horses through this following method. Now We start all our horses this way before mounting. In the round pen either on a loung line or free work them in a walk, trot and canter with the saddle on. When all control is established I willl tie paper grainsacks with loup over the saddle horn starting with one then add another some high some lower etc add milk jugs. Not only do they learn to obey when all hell is breaking loose, they learn that things are going to touch thier flanks and feet and everywhere. they also learn not to get to close to the sides of the round pen or the bags make more noise,. A horse good at this will never bang your knees on the trail. I had one big gelding that used to buck so hard, oh it hurt, I beleave it was all a matter of decencitizing his rear and back feet. He was cured. Also a well desencitzed horse will let you lead him with his feet and not resist ropes. The round pen is such a great tool. Let them get over thier fears. where no one will get hurt. Most horses get over the bags and milk jugs in 15 minuets some take days days. A trainer close to us showed us a new one where you use a plastic bag on the end of a fishing rod. When they can take it being flicked anywhere on thier body it is good. Sometimes I'll show the green horse how it is done buy bringing in a super good horse that stands perfectly still no matter what ie bags jugs tarps etc.They really do learn from each other.
Re: Fw: Dun looking for names?
This message is from: Jon Mary Ofjord [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi list, For those of you who would like to see the more Norwegian names you can look at the listings of personal homepages from SOL (Scandinavia Online). Just click on any letter and go from there. http://kvasir.sol.no/personer/ For pronunciation purposes vowels are generally short. O is pronounced like the oo in food. å Is like the o in open ø is close to the u as in hurt (sometimes written in English as oe) æ is like the a in hat aa is like a long o in English kj is somewhere between ch and sh depending upon the dialect i is pronounced like a long e in English, as is the letter y u is short and is close to oo in food, but not quite a and e are about the same as a short a and e in English j is like a y These are approximations and I know some Norwegians out there (Rune L., Janne M., and Ingvild) that could give some better and more correct examples, but this is a basic start for those of you who wish to know. Jon (pronounced yoon In Norsk)
Re: Redford
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 1/22/00 2:03:25 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The Dr. thinks he will come back quickly and now on blood pressure meds. Harold is only 48 yrs. old. I'll say some prayers for your husband. He is awfully young. Which will be in favor of a quick bounceback, I would think. Best of luck to you. Pamela
Re: E-Z BOOTS
This message is from: Meredith Sessoms [EMAIL PROTECTED] This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] What sort of problem is caused by a farrier trimming too short in very cold weather? I've never heard of this. If you have your horses bare feet trimmed up real neat and the ground freezes hard, the horse can wear its poor feet down til they are raw and tip-toeing in a very short time. The same can happen in dry hard summer clay with rocks; and in very wet weather on rocky and muddy ground where the wet weather keeps the hooves soft so that they quickly wear down on the rocks. This happened to Dorina last year. I thought her feet were fine. The weather had been very dry and the ground was hard as concrete. I was marvelling at how neat the ground was keeping her feet and I hadn't needed Dan the farrier in weeks. Then one morning I noticed Dorina was wincing with every step. Her hooves had suddenly worn down way too far and I was very upset because I couldn't get the farrier out here quick enough and I had to watch her tip-toe around until Dan could make it out to put shoes on her. Weeks later when he came out to reset her shoes I could still see where the bruising had been around the hoof wall. I thought Dan was cutting her to the quick when I saw red dots in the shavings. He told me that was old bruising from when her feet had worn down so badly weeks before.:( Meredith Sessoms Soddy-Daisy. Tennessee. USA Dorina NFR Aagot
Re: Fw: Dun looking for names?
This message is from: Meredith Sessoms [EMAIL PROTECTED] This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Is there an unwritten rule that the names should be Norwegian or is it just nice to keep some of the Norwegian flavor? Tami My older mares name is Dorina which, although I haven't looked it up, I believe it is an Old English name. I think it suits her and the breed. I think most folks who know the breed prefer to see names that are either Norwegian, or that are Old World, or that have that kind of a style. My fillies name is NFR Aagot. Aagot is Scandinavian, probubly Norwegian. Dr. Brian named her. I love the name. It is a lot like the Russian name Olga, and since Russia has had a huge Viking influence I would bet that the names have the same roots. But it took me months to learn how to pronounce it and I know I still don't have it right. I asked Dr. Brian to pronounce it for me a few times. Then I met a Norwegian lady who pronounced it for me. The name rolled off her tounge in a way that we Americans just don't do! So beautiful. Even so, when I tell people her name, most women pause and say, That's a pretty name. Meredith Sessoms Soddy-Daisy. Tennessee. USA (where if this icy weather keeps up, I'll have to go buy a pair of cleated football shoes!) Dorina NFR Aagot
Re: humor
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 1/22/00 9:52:25 PM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I believe that not only is it important to have a sense of humor -- laughter has actual great healing powers-- but it's important to be able to laugh at yourself. Not to mention, I learned in high school that if I laugh when everybody else starts laughing, I get a reputation for being witty instead of weird. I still haven't a clue as to why we're all laughing, but I don't mind going through life without a clue. Gail-Dorine
meadowbrook
This message is from: Botte, Ernie [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Tammy - we have a meadowbrook and have used it for 4-5 years and love it - but are now interested in getting something higher (I look at Sonnies butt - can never see in front of me) We are thinking of getting a 4 wheel - Lisa P - where did you get your Bird in Hand? Anyone else with ideas on various vehicles? Ernie and I just got wheels (truck and trailer) this past summer and want to start doing CDEs - Whats the advantage of 2 verse 4 wheel vehicles? What about the Bell Crown? Laurie from Washington has a 2 wheel Bell Crown and likes it - anyone ever have one of theyre 4 wheel vehicles? Thanks - Nancy from NH - I'll go back to lurking and hibernating...
Story of a GREAT fjord
This message is from: Catherine Lassesen [EMAIL PROTECTED] This may bore some... But I must tell you! Yesterday was our first hands-on group meeting with the new 4-H horse group. Not knowing the skill level of the children, I assigned the Fjords to do the task. Well the skilled riders thought oh, gee... a pony ride. But the beginners felt a good challenge. Belle one of my best fjord mares, had the girls that thought they were pros. So, she tested their skill the entire time. I had never seen Belle be so demanding of a child rider before. (I think she was mad that they did not appreciate her.) We worked on mounting, dismounting from both sides and walk and stop. Korlina (aka Bananas) is the true GREAT fjord of the day. She was assigned to a shorter, heavier girl (Kerry) and a shorter timid rider (Eric). We placed my 17 inch saddle on her and Eric practiced his mount and dismount. Time for Kerry. We used a step. (mind you Korlina is 13.3? May be 14 hands) Kerry placed a foot in the stirrup and froze. As few second later Kerry was on the horse, but screamed in fright. Korlina stood. After what seemed to take an hour, I got Kerry off the saddle and on to the ground. Korlina would just shift her weight on a leg and a scream would come out for Kerry's mouth. Korlina would be as still as she could. Eric demonstrated the mount and dismount again and practiced the mount and dismount from the off side. Kerry practiced placing a foot in the stirrup and leaning against Korlina sideway. At the end of 1 hour, we were able to get Kerry to lean over the saddle on her belly without screaming. Korlina stood still and understood the Kerry's fear. Korlina gets our GREAT fjord award for the week. I am sure my other fjords would have done the same but I think they would have moved more under the extra weight. Next week, Kerry and I will be working on BLUE BOY. My vaulting barrel. We are going to get her to be comfortable just being higher off the ground and to build some muscles in her legs for getting off and on. End of story of the GREAT FJORD of the week. Catherine L
Re: Easy boots
This message is from: Bushnell's [EMAIL PROTECTED] Regarding Easy Boots. Ruthie, I was surprised to read that your son uses borium shoes, but to each his own, I guess...he must have unusual feet! Peg Knutsen, WELL PEG, the mountains are so step here you see. !?! ha ha, actually, his Fjord Henry (aka) wears them and is probably one of the rootinest-tootinest mountain climbing horses this side of Norway!! Ruthie
Re: fjordhorse-digest V2000 #23
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 1/22/00 8:51:32 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I check the battery and it was hot, so I knew it was grounding somewhere. I got frustrated walking and walking the fenceline, moving whatever, small stick-like grasses, and then having to go back and check. Finally I just put my hand on the wire to see if I got shocked. The more tired I got the more cavalier I got, checking right near the connection with a bare hand. Finally my husband found the problem, a little paperclip piece of wire (that had come loose from one of my signs that says, 'caution electric fence) had snuck under the clip on the t-post and touched it. My hubby moved the wire and told me to check the fence now. I was wary so I balled my fist up in my glove and touched the empty fingers gingerly on the wire. Bang! It shot up my arm like a boxers best punch. My hubby said, You ought not to test the fence with your hand in the future girl--if a breeze had started up while you were 'testing' that wire would have slipped away and you would have got full force Hi Misha, They do make fence testers so that you don't need to waste so much time and agony! They are relatively inexpensive and help you pin-point where a ground might be located. The last one I bought is dandy. It lights up a line of tiny bulbs inside and tells you exactly how much juice is running through your wire. I have visions of your pigtails sticking straight out and little lightening bolts zapping out the ends! That would make a great cartoon! Gayle Ware Field of Dreams Eugene, OR
Re: Fw: Dun looking for names?
This message is from: Mike May, Registrar NFHR [EMAIL PROTECTED] At 10:58 PM 1/22/00 -0500, you wrote: This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] When I think of finding nice Norwegian names when I don't know what they mean or how they are pronounced, the American word play, Quarter Horse names are a breeze. Thanks Meredith, sorry to be so sensitive. Is there an unwritten rule that the names should be Norwegian or is it just nice to keep some of the Norwegian flavor? Well it is in the NFHR rules like this: ARTICLE VII - NAMES In keeping with the Norwegian ancestry of the Fjord Horse, the Norwegian Fjord Horse Registry requests Norwegian names be used. Stallions will not be allowed to have the same name. In case of imported stallions with the same name, the importer will be asked to put a farm prefix or suffix or some other addition to the horse's name. Names already listed in any Registry will not be allowed to change whether the Registry is in the U. S., Canada or other foreign countries. So it isn't really a hard fast requirement but a request to use Norwegian names. If you are looking for names here is a good site to check out. It lists lots of the Norse Mythology names and who they were what they did. http://www.pantheon.org/mythica/areas/norse/ Here is a good page that has lots of info on Norse mythology too: http://home4.inet.tele.dk/svava/valkyrie.htm And here is some on The Original Valkyries http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Ranch/6604/Valkyrie.html And if you want to know about the Vikings, here is the Viking Answer Lady! http://www.realtime.com/~gunnora/ Mike === Norwegian Fjord Horse Registry Mike May, Registrar Voice 716-872-4114 FAX 716-787-0497 http://www.nfhr.com mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: fjordhorse-digest V2000 #23
This message is from: Louise Cooke [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi there, I am new to the digest and just wanted to introduce myself. My name is Louise and I live in Bermuda. We have a therapeutic riding program here and are looking to buy a Fjord pony to use in the program. So I would be very grateful for any information on how they do in warmer climates, how they cope with the crazy things that us humans do and so on. If any one has a fjord for sale that might be suitable, (not a youngster) I would be interested to hear from them. Thanks. Louise. [EMAIL PROTECTED] Bermuda.
Re: E-Z BOOTS
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 1/22/00 9:02:49 PM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Sue: You meantioned Velcro straps-do they come with the boots, or did you make them? Someone I spoke to who uses the boots a lot said she uses keepers just in case a boot would come off, so as not to lose it. I suppose I could call State Line and ask. Yes, I made my straps. I have never seen the straps advertised in the catalogs although I know E-Z Boot sells some. One time I was riding through quite fast flowing water and a boot came off, because of the straps the boot was not lost. There are some horses that would come unglued with a boot hanging around their ankle but I was riding a Fjord and once out of the water replaced the boot and rode on. As I said in my earlier posting I have had no problem with my E-Z Boots I don't use them all the time, for much of the year my mare is shod, but they do allow me to give her feet a break from shoes and still allow me to ride or drive her on our rock terrain without bruising her very flat feet. Sue
Re: E-Z BOOTS Saskia
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 1/22/00 1:23:02 AM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hi Sue, you say that you use a Velcro strap hooked into the back of the boot and around the ankle so we don't loose a boot. How do you actually use it? Any other ideas on how they can be made sit where they should? Haven't tried them yet but some people say they can come off. I made my own Velcro straps with 1/2 inch Velcro tape and the sewing machine. Not sure how to describe them so they would make sense. The E-Z Boot company does sell a strap to keep the boots on, I have seen it in the literature that comes with the boots. Sue
Electric fence
This message is from: sini seppala [EMAIL PROTECTED] There are so many types of those electric units - some of them are so powerful that they burn all the long grass under the wire. I wonder if I'd ever purchase one of those - what if a child or a dog touches the wire? Also heard of a foal who had been caught in the wires and actually died. Truly wonder if that much power is necessary. Guess they are originally meant for really huge pastures and shouldn't be used for other purposes. Sini. http://www.saunalahti.fi/~partoy/Juhola6.html Jean Gayle wrote: I pick a blade of grass, wet it with my tongue and then rest the blade on the hot wire.
Re: Foal trimming, aussie, electric fence
This message is from: cnielsen [EMAIL PROTECTED] but very funny-no??? - Original Message - From: Jean Gayle [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: fjordhorse@angus.mystery.com Sent: Saturday, January 22, 2000 11:16 PM Subject: Re: Foal trimming, aussie, electric fence This message is from: Jean Gayle [EMAIL PROTECTED] Karen, that is not nice :)) Jean Gayle Aberdeen, WA [Authoress of The Colonel's Daughter Occupied Germany 1946 TO 1949 ] http://www.techline.com/~jgayle Barnes Noble Book Stores
