Club Cowgirls'

CATTLE INTENSIVE PROGRAM

November 12-14 - Miracle Farm - Brenham, TX

To get better at working cattle, you need to understand them.

And you need opportunities to work them.

JOIN BARBRA SCHULTE AND SHANNON PIGOTT FOR 2.5 DAYS DEVOTED TO BECOMING A MORE KNOWLEDGEABLE, ACCURATE, AND CONFIDENT RIDER ON CATTLE.

We'll work on the things that make the biggest difference when you're competing in a cow class or practicing:

·       Reading and controlling cattle with accurate position

·       Timing a stop, draw and turn for better form and correctness

·       Horse position, footwork and accuracy

·       Boxing, cutting and herd work, box-drive and fence work

And you'll get something that's hard to find at most clinics: lots of opportunities to practice.

Now in our 8th year, we've continued to refine this event around what our participants tell us they value most: great instruction, lots of riding, lots of cattle, a positive learning environment, and the camaraderie that makes Club Cowgirls so much fun.

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WHY A CATTLE INTENSIVE?

Because working cattle is one of those things that's difficult to learn without actually doing it.

You can understand the concept of position. You can know where you're supposed to be. You can watch someone else work a cow beautifully.

And then the gate opens. The cow moves. Your horse reacts. And suddenly everything happens very quickly.

That's where practice really matters. There are so many different situations to navigate.

We've designed this clinic to give you layers of learning and lots of opportunities to keep learning.

You'll receive coaching from two accomplished clinicians and competitors, work in two arenas, and have independent learning opportunities throughout the event.

You can ride. You can watch. You can take a break. Then you can come back and try it again.

THIS YEAR, WE'RE STARTING BEFORE YOU EVEN ARRIVE

Before we meet in Brenham, you'll receive a series of short riding videos from us.

You can watch them, take them to the arena and practice the exercises at home with your horse if you'd like.

We'll use some of these same concepts when we're together, so you'll have an opportunity to become familiar with them before the clinic begins.

If you won't be able to ride and practice them, no problem! You can review them and see what they're all about.

NEW THIS YEAR:

WE RIDE THURSDAY

We've moved Thursday's classroom session to the arena.

We'll saddle up and begin promptly at 1:30 PM on Thursday, giving us an additional afternoon of riding together.

Before we ask you and your horse to work cattle, we'll work on the coordination, footwork, and feel involved in the maneuvers you'll need on a cow.

We'll practice guiding, body control, stops, turns, positioning, and the movements that become much harder to think about once there's a cow in front of you.

Then we'll finish the afternoon, take care of our horses, and get together for dinner.

THEN... WE ADD THE COWS.

Friday is a full day devoted to cattle.

We'll work in two arenas, giving you opportunities to ride with both coaches, work cattle, and practice skills throughout the day.

We'll dig into:

·       How cattle think and respond to pressure

·       How to read a cow

·       Where you and your horse need to be

·       How to control a cow with accuracy

·       The when and why of straight lines & angles

·       Stops and turns

·       The diff between a cow turn & a reining spin

·       How to stay grounded in your seat

·       How your timing & position affect your horse

·       How to help your horse be accurate on a cow

This is where the cow, the horse, and the rider start coming together.

AND SATURDAY... WE HAVE SOME FUN WITH IT.

We'll continue working cattle and putting the pieces together, and then it's time for one of our favorite Club Cowgirls traditions:

THE CLUB COWGIRLS COW HORSE & CUTTING TEAM COMPETITIONS

We'll divide into teams and give you an opportunity to use what you've learned in a friendly competition with your fellow cowgirls.

There will be coaching. There will be prizes. There will definitely be cheering.

And if the previous seven years are any indication, there will be a lot of laughing.

THE COW. THE HORSE. AND YOU.

Great cow work isn't just about the cow. We'll look at all three pieces throughout the clinic.

THE COW

Learn to recognize how cattle think, move, and respond to pressure so you can begin anticipating instead of simply reacting. You may also discover an exquisite rhythm as you read and work the cow.

YOUR HORSE

Understand the position, form, rhythm, and footwork your horse needs to stay accurate and effective on a cow - and how you can help them find it.

YOU

Improve your balance, coordination, timing, and feel you need to help your horse do his job. The more you understand all three, the less mysterious working a cow becomes and the more confident you become.

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IS THIS CLINIC FOR YOU?

This is not an introductory horsemanship clinic.

Your horse should have previous professional training on cattle, whether that's cutting, reined cow horse, stock horse, versatility ranch horse or similar cattle work.

You should be a comfortable, experienced rider who wants to:

·       Get more practice working cattle

·       Improve your current cow work

·       Better understand cattle

·       Improve your horse's accuracy

·       Develop better timing and feel

·       Prepare for cattle classes or improve your show skills

·       Become more confident making decisions on your own

·       Go home knowing what to continue working on

You do not have to be an accomplished cow horse competitor. You just need an appropriate horse, solid riding skills and a desire to learn.

AND YES, THIS IS CLUB COWGIRLS.

We take learning seriously in a fabulously supportive and warm atmosphere.

But what's made this event special for eight years is that everything happens around riding and working cattle.

Good horses. Good food. Cowgirl circles. Stories. Wine. Laughter. New friendships and old ones.

You'll work hard. But we'll also have fun.

 

COME EARLY!

Wednesday

Arrive between 1:00–5:00 PM and get yourself and your horse settled.

Thursday Morning

Join us for our optional annual shopping trip to South Texas Tack.

Then we'll head back, saddle up, and be ready to ride at 1:30 PM.

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YOUR CATTLE INTENSIVE SCHEDULE

THURSDAY AFTERNOON

Riding session focused on the coordination, footwork, and developing the feel you'll need for cattle work. Dinner and socializing afterward.

FRIDAY

Light breakfast

8:15 Meet on horseback in the arena - announcements and optional stretching on horseback.

8:30 AM: Riding begins.

A full day of cattle, coaching, and practice in two arenas.

Lunch during the day, followed by dinner and socializing in the evening.

SATURDAY

8:15 Meet on horseback in the arena - announcements and optional stretching on horseback.

8:30 AM: Riding begins.

More cattle work to put your skills together and prep for our Club Cowgirls Cow Horse & Cutting Team Competitions.

We'll finish by approximately 3:00 PM.

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MEALS ARE INCLUDED

We'll keep you fueled throughout the event with meals, snacks, and water, along with wine, if you like, for our evening gatherings.

·       Thursday: Dinner

·       Friday: Light breakfast, lunch and dinner

·       Saturday: Light breakfast and lunch

 

Event Fees


Returning Club Cowgirls - $1,499

Best value if you've been to a Club Cowgirl Event in past years.

New to Club Cowgirls? - $1,599

Welcome! We're excited you're coming!


Spectator Pass - $299

Enjoy 2.5 days of activities and meals without riding.

Scroll down to register.

The Facility: Miracle Farm

Miracle Farm is a boys' ranch for at-risk teenage boys who want to change their lives for the better. Rooted in Christian faith and Western heritage, this one-of-a-kind ranch helps struggling young men experience healing, earn an education, and learn respect.

Through their innovative horse program and on-site academic and vocational training, young men establish and achieve goals for a lifetime and learn to believe in themselves.

COWGIRL LODGING OPTIONS

HORSE LODGING

  • Stall fees are by donation paid directly to the Ranch at the time of arrival. The bedding is 8" of sand. They do not want us to bring in shavings.

    You may also ask the Miracle Farm staff at arrival to request that one of the boys clean your horse's stall for a minimal fee.
  • Please reserve your stalls by emailing Mo at [email protected] and let her know how many horses you are bringing.
  • RV and Stalls paid directly to Miracle Farm

Our Sponsors!

Meet Your Coaches

Barbra Schulte

Barbra Schulte is a National Cowgirl Hall of Fame honoree, cutting horse trainer, competitor, author, and personal performance coach.

She helps riders across all disciplines build confidence and perform at their best. She especially enjoys helping riders who work cattle, learn to read them, stay cool under pressure, and keep improving both at home and in the show arena.

Shannon Pigott

Shannon Pigott is a trainer, competitor, and performance coach specializing in Amateur and Non-Pro riders competing in Versatility Ranch Horse, Stock Horse, and Reined Cow Horse events.

She combines horsemanship, competition experience and performance coaching to help riders better understand their horses and become more skilled and confident competitors.

Spectator

Pass

Limited spectator spots available. Your fee includes all sessions & meals.


 $299

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER AS A SPECTATOR

Two-Pay

Rider Option

Split the registration fee over 2 payments


 $799.50

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE 2-PAY OPTION

First Time Rider

If you're new to Club Cowgirls, register today

$1,599

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER  and PAY IN FULL 

Returning CC Rider

If you are a previous CC participant and pay in full


 $1,499

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER  and PAY IN FULL 

PLEASE NOTE OUR CANCELLATION POLICY


We understand things can happen.

If you cancel more than 3 weeks before the clinic, we may transfer your spot to another rider at any time (either by you or through our waiting list, if available). Or, you may receive a refund less a 15% administrative fee.

If you cancel three weeks or less before the clinic: Your spot may still be transferred to another rider, either by you or through our waiting list, if available. Your payment is non-refundable.

We will finalize refunds after the clinic.