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Professional
Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International
Title
Sponsor: Purina, the official feed of PATH Intl.
May
5, 2015
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Jackie
Stevenson to Be Keynote Speaker at Conference
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PATH Intl. is pleased to announce
that Jackie Stevenson will be the keynote speaker at the PATH Intl.
Conference and Annual Meeting, presented by title sponsor Purina,
November 4-7, 2015, in Cleveland, OH. Jackie will speak at the luncheon
on November 5 and then will be featured in a special workshop session
at the PATH Intl. Horse Expo November 7.
Jackie's
talk, "Someday We'll Live Like Horses," will focus on the
successful engagement with people and horses that depends on the inner
qualities of awareness, attention and intention. This workshop offers
experiential learning focusing on the inner place from which we operate
within the teaching, coaching and counseling relationship.
Jackie is the founder and CEO of Spirit of Leadership LLC, providing
coaching, leadership and team building training and seminars to
corporations and nonprofit organizations. She specializes in unique
coaching sessions, leadership and team building retreats through
experiential learning with horses and nature.
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Deadline
Approaching for Nominations for PATH Intl. Recognition Awards
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The deadline is
quickly approaching to nominate certified professionals, equines,
volunteers, veterinarians and equestrians to be recognized at the PATH
Intl. Awards Banquet, November 6, 2015. Nominations
are due May 20.
The James Brady
nomination forms and award criteria have been updated for 2015. Click here for
information about the new criteria and for the nomination forms.
Click here for all the
PATH Intl. award nomination forms.
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PATH
Intl. Announces Position on Backriding
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In continued
pursuit of excellence in best practices and safety of both riders and
equines and as a result of extensive research and member input, PATH
Intl. has released the following statement regarding the practice of
backriding (does NOT apply to Tandem Hippotherapy).
Due
to the increased risk of injury to the equine, the backrider,
sidewalkers and the participant, backriding is not recommended to be
used in therapeutic horsemanship programs.
Visit the PATH Intl.
website to view the full statement, background information and
learn how this position might affect your center. As of 2016, Backriding
Guidelines will no longer be included in the PATH Intl. Standards for
Certification and Accreditation.
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PATH
Intl. Riders Assistance Scholarship Recipient Named
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PATH
Intl. is pleased to announce that the recipient of the 2015 Riders
Assistance Scholarship is Daniel Hughes, a participant at Chastain
Horse Park, a PATH Intl. Premier Accredited Center in Atlanta, GA. The
purpose of the PATH Intl. Riders Assistance Fund is to assist a child
who would not otherwise be financially able to participate in
equine-assisted activities and therapies at a PATH Intl. Premier
Accredited Center. Thanks to the generosity of its donors, in 2015 PATH
Intl. was able to fund one $300 needs-based scholarship out of the 29
applications received.
Daniel, who is
almost five, has the rarest of Leukodystrophy, called Alexander's
Disease, and he will eventually lose his ability to walk, talk, eat or
swallow. "Daniel loves riding!" said Sara Tradewell, PATH
Intl. Certified Registered Instructor at Chastain Horse Park.
"This boy is four years old, almost five, and statistically
unlikely to live past age 10. He will experience a gradual neurological
decline until he is no longer able to move. It's important that he
maintains and improves his strength and coordination, via activities
such as therapeutic riding, for as long as possible."
Click here to read the full story. Click here to contribute
to PATH Intl. Thank you for your continued generosity. Special thanks
go to our independent judges for the difficult decision they had to
make.
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Equine
Tips From the PATH Intl. Equine Welfare Committee
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Accountability
vs. Tradition
By Cathy Languerand,
PATH Intl. Equine Welfare Committee Chair
Happy Spring All! In the
East all our programs are finally in full swing as the weather warms up.
I have a spring check list of things to do. From replacing all the
batteries in the smoke detectors to reintroducing the horses to all the
toys and games. We also have spring health checkups with the vet, have
fecal counts to take, have the dentist float the teeth, and have the
saddle fitter check to see which saddles fit or need to be restuffed.
That is in addition to exercising and teaching lessons. I am both busy
and happy.
I can finally put the ideas that have been cooking all
winter into action. My number one priority is to look at accountability.
To myself, to the horses in my care and to the center I represent. I ask
myself, have I given myself the care that I need to do my job to the best
of my ability? Have I met all the needs of the animals in my care? Asking
questions is an important skill. Read more
The PATH Intl. Equine
Welfare Committee is making a commitment to refine and deepen our
perspective of equine well-being to include the physical, mental and
emotional well-being of our wonderful four-legged partners. Join us on
this journey. Please add your thoughts on the PATH Intl. Community Connections page.
It is our desire that these tips start a further discussion on Community
Connections. Any thoughts? We appreciate hearing from you!
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Community
Connections Corner
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If
you are interested in meeting other PATH Intl. members, discussing topics
of interest, sharing resources, posting events, emailing members directly
from the site and supporting each other in the work you do, join
Community Connections, the PATH Intl. social media platform and
discussion forum! Community Connections will showcase a topic that is new
or is generating a lot of discussion. Join in the conversation or create
your own!
In the Spotlight
From the Instructor Community:
What
different techniques does your center use for mounting/dismounting using
the block and/or ramp? I am an instructor who is shorter in stature and a
lot of my students weigh more than me. I am having trouble helping them
in mounting and dismounting without putting too much strain on my body.
Any advice?
Read the responses here
and add your feedback.
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PATH
Intl. Board of Trustees Looks to Recruit Members
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PATH Intl. is in the
process of recruiting members for the PATH Intl. Board of Trustees and
are focused at this time on recruiting from our membership because Members
recognize and support the mission and needs of the association. If you
have a desire to help advise, govern, oversee policy and direction, and
assist with the leadership and general promotion of our association, then
consider applying for a board of trustees position.
We are looking for members who are leaders with nonprofit board
experience; those who may be lawyers or veterinarians; those who may have
experience in the legal or medical fields; or those with marketing and
management experience. In the coming years we have several board members
who will reach term limits and are looking forward to mentoring new board
members who are willing to make a difference in our industry prior to
stepping down.
If you are interested, download the board of trustees application and job description and expectations and return
them to Cher Smith.
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Webinar:
Voting on Field Test Standards
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Reminder:
Voting on the field test standards will be handled electronically rather
than at the PATH Intl. Conference and Annual Meeting. The first
electronic vote, which has been approved by Programs and Standards
Oversight Committee and the Strategic Initiatives Review Committee, will
take place July 1st through 14th.
As PATH Intl. continues to grow, we want to take advantage of every
opportunity, including social media and electronic means, to listen to
and keep in touch with our members. An electronic vote gives every member
a chance to participate and will provide a greater level of transparency
by the association to its members.
A FREE 30-minute informational
webinar presented by the Standards Task Force on three standards
currently in field test is available now.
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What's
New for Instructors and Mentors
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Spring is upon us, and in
tandem with the season of renewal, PATH Intl. has made many updates to
our forms, policies and procedures. Please take a moment to familiarize
yourself with the revamped, user-friendly PATH Intl. Certifications
webpage which includes the following:
- Reasonable
Accommodation Policy
- New
compliance form
- New CEU
policy and guidelines
- New CPR
& First Aid procedures
- Separate
booklets for Registered Instructor Application, Certification,
Criteria, Glossary, and Policies and Procedures
If you have questions,
contact Bret Maceyak, PATH Intl. Certification
Coordinator.
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SmartPak
Horse of the Month
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SmartPak is looking to
choose the next Horse of the Month, which will receive $100 of SmartPak
products for a month. Nominate your horse for a
chance to win! Photos are highly encouraged!
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Region
Conferences Update
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Check the Region Conferences Calendar
for dates, locations and registration information.
PATH Intl. is
offering exhibitor opportunities at several of the regional conferences.
Exhibitors may purchase this regional package, which includes one table,
two chairs and listing in region-specific conference eblasts, for $100.
Click below to download the exhibitor flyer and form for
regions currently accepting exhibitors. If you know of anyone interested
in exhibiting, please share the information with them. If you have
questions please contact Jaime Covington, ext.
125.
Region 9 Conference
Region 11 Conference
If you have items to donate
for the region conference silent auctions please bring them with you to
the conference. Any revenue generated helps offset region conference
expenses, which helps to keep registration fees down. If you have
questions, contact Amanda Walters, ext. 105.
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Recruit
New PATH Intl. Members
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PATH Intl.
recognizes that our current members are the best possible source for new
members who could benefit from all PATH Intl. has to offer.
With the annual Member-Get-A-Member drive, we've made referring
colleagues to PATH Intl. easier than ever! Forward an application to them or direct
them to the PATH Intl. store to join
online. Ask your friend to enter your name as his/her "referred
by." Then tell another friend... and another... and another to win
prizes.
This year the grand prize drawing is a $250 American Express Gift Card.
Second prize is a $100 American Express Gift Card. Every member who makes
a referral will be entered into a drawing for $75 PATHBucks.
Thank you for your efforts for all members recruited by
June 30, 2015!
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PATH
Intl. Events Calendar
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Unless otherwise
noted, contact Bret Maceyak at (800) 369-7433, ext. 114, with questions.
All dates are subject to change. To register for an event, please contact
the host site directly. You can locate contact information under Find a Center on the
PATH Intl. homepage or on the PATH Intl. events calendar.
For a full list of
events, including onsite workshops and certifications, visit the PATH Intl. events calendar.
Equine
Specialist in Mental Health and Learning
GAIT Therapeutic Riding Center
Milford, PA
June 11-15, 2015
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High Hopes Therapeutic Riding, Inc.
Old Lyme, CT 06371
July 31 - August 3, 2015
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Agape Therapeutic Riding Resources
Cicero, IN
August 10-13, 2015
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Maryland Therapeutic Riding
Crownsville, MD
September 10-13, 2015
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Hearts and Horses, Inc.
Loveland, CO
October 21-24, 2015
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Advanced
High Hopes Therapeutic Riding Center
Old Lyme, CT
May 27-29, 2015
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Heartland Therapeutic Riding, Inc.
Stilwell, KS
July 13-15, 2015
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Healing Strides of VA
Boones Mill, VA
August 2-4, 2015
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Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center
Redmond, WA
August 29-31, 2015
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Please direct
correspondence about this newsletter to PATH Intl. eNews coordinator. PATH Intl.
eNews is a benefit of Professional Association of Therapeutic
Horsemanship International membership. No portion of this publication may
be reproduced by any mechanical, photographic, scanned or electronic
process without written permission from PATH Intl. PATH Intl. reserves
the right to reject, accept and edit submitted material. PATH Intl. eNews is
intended as an information exchange and an opportunity for communication
for members in the field of equine assisted activities. The
opinions, practices or products presented in PATH Intl. eNews do not
necessarily reflect PATH Intl. policy, imply PATH Intl. endorsement, or
comply with PATH Intl. standards.
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