Events

Beginner Roping & Horsemanship Clinic – 2 Days 

Los Solano Ranch  

1229 Lebanon Rd  

North Berwick, ME 03906 

July 18–19  

9:00 am–12:00 pm and 1:00 pm–4:00 pm each day

Ready to build confidence with your horse and learn the basics of roping in a low‑pressure, supportive setting? This two‑day **beginner** clinic focuses on solid horsemanship and safe, correct fundamentals of roping for riders who are new or looking to get back to basics.

We will cover:  

- Horsemanship: body position, stopping, steering, and control at the walk and trot  

- Rope handling: swings, delivery, and safe handling on the ground  

- Roping on the dummy 

- Building a better partnership between horse and rider

- $350 per rider for both days (includes lunch)  

- Lunch: Hot dogs and hamburgers included both days  

- Limited stalls and paddock space available for an additional fee (must reserve in advance)

Auditors are welcome: $20 per day.

What to bring:

- Your horse, current negative Coggins, and standard tack  

- Rope if you have one (a few will be available to borrow)  

- Water for you, any extra snacks, chair, and weather‑appropriate clothing

Please send message to Matthew Hourihan or Los Solano Ranch to reserve a spot.

Spots are limited 

Free Colt Starting Demo

- Dates: May 9-10 (two days)  

- Time each day: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM  

- Location: Los Solano Ranch, 1229 Lebanon Road, North Berwick, Maine 03906 

Join us at Los Solano Ranch in North Berwick, Maine for a free two‑day colt starting demo with 5 young horses, running 10 AM to 4 PM each day. 

Come spend the first weekend in May at Los Solano Ranch in North Berwick, Maine for a relaxed, educational **colt** starting demonstration. 

Over two days, we will be working with 5 young horses, showing step‑by‑step how we introduce groundwork, saddling, and first rides in a calm, progressive way. 

This is a free, auditor‑only event; no outside horses are needed. 

You are welcome to drop in any time between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM, but you’ll get the most benefit if you plan to stay for longer blocks so you can see each horse’s progress. 

What to bring:  

- Weather‑appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes  

- A chair if you’d like to sit  

- Snacks and drinks (no alcohol on the ranch)  

Please no loose dogs on the property for safety.  

Families and all experience levels are welcome; this is a great chance to see how thoughtful, low‑stress colt starting can set young horses up for success.