Click, Treat, Reward: Islesboro Clicker Training Clinic – August 23–24

Hi friends!
I’m thrilled to be offering a Positive Reinforcement Retreat Clinic over on Islesboro this summer—August 23–24, 2025—at the absolutely magical Pripet Farm, perched right on the ocean.

This is a hands-on, immersive weekend where we’ll dive into my Click, Treat, Reward (Rt) Training system. Whether you're bringing your own horse or riding one of Pripet’s exceptional schoolmasters, we’ll be working together to build trust, communication, and confidence between horse and rider.

Here’s a glimpse of what we’ll be covering:

🌟 Targeting Games – These foundational exercises are so much fun and really help lay the groundwork for clear communication.

🌟 Reverse Roundpen Work – We'll play with liberty-style training using on- and off-lead exercises to deepen focus and connection.

🌟 Dressage Under Saddle – We’ll build from the groundwork and apply it in the saddle to improve responsiveness and balance.

You’ll leave with a better understanding of how horses think, how they respond to our cues, and how you can use your body language and timing to communicate with clarity and kindness. You’ll also go home with practical tools you can keep building on long after the clinic ends.

🗓️ Schedule & Arrival Details

Friday, August 22
If you're bringing your own horse, plan to arrive on Friday. Your overnight fee includes stall care (with hay, shavings, and stall cleaning), and I’ll help you get settled.

Saturday & Sunday, August 23–24
We start at 9:00 AM sharp and go until 4:00 PM each day. Islesboro residents, please arrive by 8:45 AM to sign your waiver and make payment. For off-island guests, we recommend the 8:00 AM ferry (it’s only a 20-minute ride). We’ll get you shuttled to the farm, and you’ll catch the 4:30 PM ferry home (we’ll end right at 4:05 PM to give you time).

⛴️ Ferry & Travel Info

• Ferry crossing: 20 minutes

• Walk-on fee: $17 round trip

• Trailer reservations: Required and limited (I have space for one extra horse if needed—text me to coordinate!)

• Want to stay the night? Islesboro has great VRBO and AirBnB options if you want to make it a getaway.

💸 Payment Breakdown

Riders:

• $250 to me (Venmo due at sign-up)

• $100 to Pripet (pay on arrival)

Participating Auditors:

• $150 to me (Venmo due at sign-up)

• $50 to Pripet (pay on arrival)

Bring Your Own Horse (Friday–Sunday):

• $200 to Pripet (includes hay, shavings, stall cleaning, and feeding—just bring your own grain and a simple feeding list)

🐴 Farm Rules & Info

1. Waivers must be signed on arrival.

2. Helmets and proper attire are required when mounted.

3. Pripet staff will be doing their regular chores—we’re grateful to be guests here, so let’s enjoy it!

4. Horse Care Notes:

   • Hay, shavings, and stall cleaning are included

   • Please bring grain and supplements in labeled baggies or buckets

   • Provide a simple feeding list (especially if your horse needs specifics!)

   • Horses must be on lead at all times to keep everyone safe

This is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in positive reinforcement training in a stunning setting, surrounded by like-minded horse lovers. We’re going to learn, play, and deepen our connection with our horses. I can't wait to share this experience with you!

✨ Spots are limited and this will fill—so please text me directly at 207-322-8958 to sign up (text is best!).

See you on the island,
Alexandra 🐴