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Bio of Erica Knight, Riding Instruction
*Horse Lessons, Camps, Schools for Children
Philosophy: “There is nothing better for the inside of a child than the outside of a horse!”
Lessons and Schools offered:
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Specialty is introducing children to the wonderful world of horses safely.
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Helping present; young and old riders alike, ways to advance their specific horse direction.
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Provide year-round riding lessons, summer and special occasion horse camps, and clinics in a safe, secure environment.
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Specialty clinics in beginning junior rodeo, safe horsemanship skills appropriate to the age of her students.
Erica is the owner of a large string of safe and friendly school horses which match the skill level and age of each student. Safe horse handling skills are the foundation of Erica’s philosophy and are woven into her camps, lessons and schools. With this in mind, Erica leads each of her students on a safe pathway to a rewarding future with horses.
Experience:
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4-H member and leader for 10 years.
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FFA member for 4 years. State Champion in Horse Judging
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American Quarter Horse Association member for 17 years.
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Specialist in Western Pleasure, English, and trail showmanship.
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Hunter/Jumper 3’6”and 3’9” “A” circuit competitor.
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Competed in the Hunter/Jumper Grande Prix
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Started the “Buck Stops Here” 4-H club in Washington County, Oregon in 1997. Led clubs transition to Yamhill County in 2002
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Started annual summer Horse Camps for children in 1997.
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Created and ran horse camps for Dornbechers Children’s Hospital in 2000, 2001, 2002, benefiting the Muscular Dystrophy, Hemophilia, Leukemia, and Cancer Foundations.
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Full time clinician and trainer at Walnut Springs Stables 2003-2008.
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Experienced, trained farrier
Learn safe horsemanship skills from one of the Northwest’s most talented, experienced and child centered trainers.
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