The Largo Canyon School of Horsemanship is proud to present a series of clinics demystifying the art and science of horse training. We believe that horse training is a rational process that can be learned, not a gift from God endowed on the few. Our clinics focus on the scientific principles of behavior modification and the adaptive innate behaviors evolved in the equine species. Our clinicians aren't developing cult followings, wanting their students to forever remain in awe, but rather are dedicated to enabling the student to make his/her own judgement based on effective practices.

Our first clinician brings an international flavor to Largo Canyon. Paul Dufresne trains fine horses in the western province of British Columbia. Paul teaches his students how to rachet their horsemanship skills up several notches, no matter where they are starting. This clinic isn't about riding, it's about improving your relationship with your horse and finding new levels of compliance.Link to the description of this clinic

Paul and Quimerico Video

Largo Canyon is a humble facility in the rocky canyons of NorthWest New Mexico. We can accommodate twelve students at a time, so the clinics are very personal and very intensive. We operate as a community rather than as mere accomodations, so expect to be part of an extended family rather than an isolated guest. It's not the Motel 6, you'll need to pitch in and help with cooking and cleaning. There are recycling bins, compost piles, and quirky washing machines. Don't worry, though, we've prepared a survival manual for you. Read it! It's just like summer camp.

Largo Canyon School is 20 miles off of pavement. Students should be in good health and good physical condition. If you have a serious medical condition, you should not get this far away from civilization.

What to bring

1. Sturdy clothing and boots
2. Hat and sunscreen
3. PJs and a flashlight
4. Camera and journal
5. Horse and gear
6. Grain or supplements
7. 2 bales of hay
8. Proof of coggins test, health certificate

We supply food, bedding, dishes, towels, portable panel pens, and horse water containers.

How to Register

There are two steps to getting registered: 1) sending in your paperwork; and 2) paying the deposit.

PAPERWORK: You can either download a pdf file registration form or register online. We will also be happy to mail you a form to fill out. Your registration will be held back until we receive the deposit.

Paperwork Options
• REGISTRATION FORM Printable pdf file
• ONLINE REGISTRATION
• EMAIL FOR FORM
• PHONE 1-800-365-5008

PAYMENT: We accept personal checks, credit cards, or paypal. Mail your personal check, if the clinic books up before we receive it, we will return your check. Get the deposit here faster by using credit card or Paypal. Our Paypal account will let you pay with either a bank account or a credit card. If Paypal is not a good option for you, you can also call us with your credit card info. The registration fee is 30% of the total fee. There is a schedule for refunds for cancellation on the registration form. We will try to accommodate cancellations with full refunds by filling the spot with another student.

Payment Options

Mail payment to: Patricia Irick Largo Canyon School HC 80 Box 5 Counselor, NM 87018 USA

Pay with Paypal:

Call with your credit card info: 1-800-365-5008

Since these clinics are limited, registration is first come, first served. We do maintain a waiting list incase a registrant has to cancel. To be on the waiting list, send in a registration form and if the space becomes available we will call you to arrange payment of the deposit.

Finally, if you really want to attend one of our clinics, but just don't have the money, we have one assistanceship available. Send us an email saying why we should help you and how its going to benefit you, tell us about your talents we might draw on, and we'll make you an offer.

UPDATE: If you have living quarters in your horsetrailer and can provide your own accomodations, we can give you a discount.