Horse Ownership 101
May 18 and 19, 2024

1PM until 5PM
Red Crow Ranch, Victor, MT
$50 for adult registration

Montana Horse Sanctuary is committed to a mission of educating the public about the care and handling of horses. We are offering a two-session class for those considering horse ownership. Leslie Nalls will provide an overview about what to consider when selecting a horse at the May 18 class and follow up with details to prepare your self and your property to bring your horse home at the May 19 class. (See details below.) She will provide each registrant a binder chock full of handouts and resources.

The group is limited to 12 participants. If a minimum of 3 participants isn't met, we will cancel the workshop and refund your payment. (If you must cancel your registration we will refund your payment if a participant is available on the Wait List to claim your spot.)

If you are not feeling well on the day of class, particularly if you have been exposed to COVID, please DO NOT come to class. Contact me to discuss your options.

Barb Harriott is the Workshop Coordinator. If you have questions, she can be reached at [email protected] or 406-531-9238.

Meet the Instructor

Leslie Nalls

Horses have always been a big part of my life. After years of riding lessons as a child and growing up in Pony Club, I took a break from horses to attend Virginia Tech College of Engineering and earn a B.S. in Civil Engineering. After working in the engineering field for 4 years, I decided my heart was truly in agriculture. I married and raised 3 wonderful boys on our farm in VA raising beef cattle and farming small grain crops. My lovely daughter was born a year before our family moved to Montana in 2003. Since moving to Montana, I have been able to rekindle my passion for horses. I own and run a boarding facility on our ranch, teach riding lessons to kids and adults, and have been the District Commissioner of the Five Valleys Pony Club for the last 10+ years. I enjoy riding English and Western and exploring new horse sports.

When I am not teaching or working on the ranch, I enjoy exploring the Bitterroot Valley on horseback and spending time with my 4 wonderful children.

I have always been a horse owner and rider who is invested in the care and well-being of my horses. As a strong believer in the principles of Ray Hunt and Tom Dorrance, I consider myself a student of the horse before all else.

Location Information

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Red Crow Ranch
Address
2250 Red Crow Road, Victor, MT, 59875 US
Directions
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Classes

1pm - 5pmMay 18

Class 1 – “So, you think you want to buy a horse?”
This class will provide a practical overview of the considerations any prospective horse owner needs to know to make informed decisions regarding buying a horse.
Topics covered include:
• Planning ahead – information regarding options available for lessons, leasing a horse or purchasing a horse and how to know which is the right option for you.
• Financial Considerations – important information to know about the cost of purchasing and caring for a horse as well as being prepared for those unexpected vet bills.
• Knowledge – information that will help guide a potential horse owner through the confusing process of buying a horse including: what to purchase, how to read and understand a horse for sale ad, what questions to ask and pitfalls to avoid, and how to protect yourself throughout the process.

1pm - 5pmMay 19

Class 2 – “A horse at home”
This class is for anyone who already owns a horse or plans to own a horse now or in the future. You will learn about choosing a boarding facility or preparing to have your horse at home. Discussions will include:
• How to create a safe, comfortable environment for your horse at home or at a carefully selected boarding facility.
• Types and options for fencing, shelter, feeding, pasture, equipment, etc.
• Bringing your horse home and what to expect.
• Getting to know your horse safely.
• Setting you and your horse up for success as you help them transition to a new home.

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Accompanying Youth age 12-17 ($25.00)

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Montana Horse Sanctuary is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that empowers Montanans to take an active role in rescue and prevention of cruelty, thus creating an increasingly sustainable rescue network throughout the state. We help horse lovers rescue and rehabilitate horses in their own communities. We also help horse owners in financial crisis and provide educational opportunities to benefit horses and their owners.

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Horse Ownership 101May 18 and 19, 2024

1PM until 5PMRed Crow Ranch, Victor, MT$50 for adult registration