All current members are welcome to attend. If you do plan to attend, please register so we can send you any necessary information.
Meetings will be held in person at
Fire Station 21
8895 N Madison Ave NE, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
Wine & Cheese Trail Rides are here!
Join us at the Bainbridge Island Saddle Club for an evening of riding and relaxation. All ages are welcome, and we are pleased to offer both wine and non-alcoholic beverages as part of our curated trail-side social. We’ll meet up at the Club, head out for a scenic ride through Manzanita Park, and return to unwind with a delicious spread!
Location: 7650 NE Day Rd West, Bainbridge Island, WA
Time: Ride sets off at 5:00 PM
Cost: $20 for Members
Please note that for insurance purposes, membership is required to participate in the trail ride portion of this event. If you haven't already, Join Now.
July 25th Working Equitation Clinic at BISC
We’re excited to have Jenni Turla joining us for this clinic—and she has generously reduced her rate to make this opportunity more accessible.
What is Working Equitation?
A working equitation clinic is a hands-on training event where riders and horses learn the skills used in Working Equitation—a discipline inspired by traditional ranch, farm, and cattle work, especially from Southern Europe.
You’ll usually see a small group of riders in an arena with a clinician guiding them one-by-one or in a group. The focus is on precision, communication, and calmness as horses navigate obstacles that simulate real ranch tasks.
Working equitation clinics tend to be:
By the end of a clinic, most riders notice:
A full course is essentially a pattern you memorize and ride in order, usually with 10–15 obstacles spread around the arena.
You’ll start at a designated point and follow numbered obstacles like a flow course.
Here’s a realistic clinic-style layout you might ride:
More about Jenni Turla:
Jenni Turla is a lifelong equestrian, beginning her riding career at the age of 6, becoming an active member of United States Pony Club on Vashon Island. She competed throughout the NW Region winning many championships along the way and achieving her USPC “B” certification at 16. Jenni graduated from Western Washington University degree in BioChemistry and while raising her family in Kingston she and became an active member of BISC. She continued her passion with horses, achieving her USDF bronze medal and training many horses and riders to successful careers in dressage and eventing. In 2020 a Craigslist find of an unbroke Appaloosa/ Tennessee Walker started the partnership and in 2024 LNR Andy Stargazer and Jenni begin their USAWE journey. They solidified their career in Working Equitation with 2025 National Reserve Champions Level 3,
2025 Region 1 High Point Open Champions, 2025 Region 1 Level 3 Champions
Jenni is currently a USAWE Professional Instructor Candidate continuing her education riding with the USAWE team coach, Miguel Undebarrena and spending countless hours shadowing judges at the highest levels of competition. In 2026 Jenni will be competing her self trained horse LNR Andy Stargazer at level 4. “Working Equitation is one of the fastest growing sports in the USA, welcoming riders of all skills and horses of all breeds. Riders of all disciplines compete together, western and english attire, it truly is about the horse and the partnership that you have created is rewarded.”
This clinic is for riders of all skills levels, it will be an introduction to the obstacles of Working Equitation and develop course riding skills, we will group riders according to skill levels and experience with Working Equitation. Designed to be a fun community building event with the opportunity to strengthen your partnership with your horse.
More information about Working Equitation can be found on the website:
https://usawe.org/
*no refunds will be issued. All registrations fees are final.
Join us for a two-day Groundwork Clinic with Lisa Garr.
Intro to Groundwork Sat & Sun 9-12pm $150.00 - basics of groundwork in the vaquero tradition. Learn how to help your horse get more soft & connected, teach them to respond rather than react, and help them find balance & security so they can find peace.
Intermediate Groundwork Sat & Sun, 1-4pm $150.00 - Learn more refinement within yourself and your horse to get softer, lighter, and in better rhythm. More focus on preparation for under-saddle work.
Troubleshooting: Saturday 4-6pm $50.00 - Looking for some help with a specific problem? Sign up for this bonus session with Lisa who can help address specific questions and issues. It will be an open format
- helping with pushy horses/those that feel dangerous to lead (crowders)
- troubleshoot trailering
- trouble with bridling, saddling, mounting
- helping with horses that have a hard time with farrier (picking up feet) or vet work
About the Clinician:
Lisa learned to ride at 8 years old from a tough-as-old-boot-leather woman in the backcountry of the North Cascades and grew up riding alongside cowboys & ranchers, as well as "showing" in small-town 4-H shows.
She spent her college years exercising show jumpers (and taking just enough lessons in jumping so she knew how to not get in their way!) and teaching beginner riding lessons to all ages.
Lisa discovered the Vaquero style of horsemanship about 12 years ago and found a way of connecting with and educating the horse that she had been searching for since childhood - a way of working with them, "as if the horse had a say in how we go about it".
The core philosophies of this work empower the horse through softness, feel, and true connection, building their confidence and offering them emotional and mental peace, in any circumstances. They also encourage us humans to find peace within ourselves, recognize and regulate our energy, and to be present with our equine partners.
In her own words:
"Something I love about this work is that it is simply Good Horsemanship - and therefore applies to any and all riding disciplines, any and all breeds of horses, and is especially useful for horses who may not have had the best start with the Human Experience.
I am incredibly passionate about helping the horse get along in this crazy human world, and a huge part of that comes from helping their humans find a way of working that is fair and makes sense to both species."
Registration is open to members on a first-come, first-served basis. If spots remain by July 1, 2026, we will open registration to non-members.
“It towed fine last time.”
“That noise is probably nothing.”
“The tires look good.”
“I’ll deal with it when I get there.”
...then this clinic is for you. This session is designed to help you build the judgment needed to stay safe on the road. We focus on real trailers and real scenarios so you don't become "roadside entertainment" while your horses watch from the box.
By the end of this clinic, you’ll be able to walk up to most trailers and know—within minutes—whether it’s Safe, Questionable, or a Problem waiting to happen.
Key Takeaways:
Spot Problems Early: Recognize structural issues before they become expensive failures.
Towing Physics: Understand weight, tongue weight, payload, and tow limits in plain English.
Electrical Mastery: Spot common issues that cause flickering lights and roadside stress.
Tire Health: Evaluate tires for age, cracking, inflation, and real-world risk.
Flat Tire Safety: Learn to change a flat safely using a tire-changing ramp—no crawling under the trailer or sacrificing your dignity.
We are proud to host Robert Eversole, "The TrailMeister." Robert is the author of The ABCs of Trail Riding and Horse Camping and spends months each year leading clinics across the US and internationally.
His mission is to help horse owners escape the arena and enjoy the great outdoors. Robert’s clinics are known for a mix of candid humor, straight talk, and actionable steps that build real confidence for you and your animals.
Session Options: Please select from one of two one sessions:
Session 1: Saturday, August 29 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Session 2: Sunday, August 30 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: Bainbridge Island Saddle Club, 7650 NE Day Road W, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
Cost: $95 for Members; $105 for Non-Members
Session Options: Please select one session during registration.
Cost: $50 for Members; $75 for Non-Members
7650 NE Day Rd West, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110PO Box 10456, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110bainbridgesaddleclub@gmail.com
