REGISTRATION There are three ways to register for any of these classes. Before the registration deadline, (1) print out and complete the registration form found at highland.edu/lifelong, enclose your personal check for payment and mail to: Highland Community College, c/o Admission, 2998 W. Pearl City Rd., Freeport, IL 61032 or (2) fax the registration form to 815-235-6130 and admissions staff will call you to process your payment via credit card over the phone, or (3) register by visiting the Admissions Office on the second floor of the Student/Conference Center on the Highland campus and make payment in person. For updates, go to Highland.edu/lifelong For additional information regarding any equine clinics, contact Anki Bauer, anki.bauer@highland.edu or call 815-990-0406.
EQUINE County View Equestrian Center, N2192 Clarno Road, Monroe, WI 53566 http://www.countryview-equestrian.org/ Contact Anki Bauer, anki.bauer@highland.edu, 815-990-0406 for more Essential Stress Points in Horses, Course ID #3964, Registration Deadline Oct. 23 Course Fee $50, Instructor Anki Bauer; Minimum students 4, Maximum 6. This is the perfect clinic if you want tips on how to release the muscular system in some common areas of stress such as back, hips and withers. Horses are provided on-site. Oct. 30; Fri. 6-9 pm, Country View Equestrian Center Natural Healing Methods for Horses, Course ID #3966, Registration Deadline Nov. 6 Join this clinic if you are eager and curious to know more about different methods used throughout the world to keep a horse sound and healthy. Horses are provided on-site. Nov. 13; Fri. 6-9 pm, Country View Equestrian Center Useful Horse Massage, Course ID #3961, Registration Deadline Oct. 9 Oct. 16; Fri. 6-9 pm, Country View Equestrian Center Haywire Farms, 4543 W. Longhollow Rd., Galena, IL 61036 http://haywirefarmsllc.com/ Contact Anki Bauer, anki.bauer@highland.edu, 815-990-0406 for more Essential Stress Points in Horses, Course ID #3965, Registration Deadline Oct. 23 This is the perfect clinic if you want tips on how to release the muscular system in some common areas of stress such as back, hips and withers. Horses are provided on-site. Oct. 31; Sat.; 1-4 pm, Haywire Farms Natural Healing Methods for Horses, Course ID #3967, Registration Deadline Nov. 6 Join this clinic if you are eager and curious to know more about different methods used throughout the world to keep a horse sound and healthy. Horses are provided on-site. Nov. 14; Sat. 1-4 pm, Haywire Farms Useful Horse Massage, Course ID #3962, Registration Deadline Oct. 9 Oct. 17; Sat. 1-4 pm, Haywire Farms Clinics Leaving from Highland Park Lot C The Mane Event, Course ID #3960, Registration Deadline Oct. 16 Course Fee $90, Instructor Aby Breed, Minimum students 6, Maximum 12. Join the excitement of horses, southern society style! Three and Five-gaited Saddlebreds, Hackneys, and Road Horses compete for stake money and regional championship glory in the Grand Coliseum located at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield. Course fee includes transportation and admission to the event. Oct. 24; Sat.; 9 am-11 pm, trip to Springfield, IL with transportation from Highland, Freeport, IL, Parking Lot C. Villa Louis Carriage Classic, Course ID #3959, Registration Deadline Sept. 4 Course Fee $85, Instructor Aby Breed, Minimum students 6, Maximum 12. Watch competitors from across the nation compete at the prestigious Villa Louis Carriage Classic in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin. Professionals and amateurs of all ages vie for championship titles in classic and modern vehicles pulled by various sizes and breeds of horse. Fee includes a tour of the Downton Abbey era mansion. An excellent day out for horse-loving spectators. Sept. 12; Sat.; 7 am-8 pm, trip to Prairie du Chien with transportation from Highland, Freeport, IL, Parking Lot C. On Eagles Wings Equine Center, 6135 Baseline Rd., Kirkland, IL 60146 Horse Body Language, Course ID #3972, Registration Deadline Oct. 25 Learn to clearly read and understand the horse's body language. Recognize "thought" where the horse can retain what is learned. Learn the different degrees of the instinctive states that include flight, fight or freeze. Learn the predictable learning pattern of the horse. Horses provided on site. Nov. 6; Fri; 11 am-2 pm, On Eagles Wings Equine Center
Human to Horse Body Language, Course ID #3968, Registration Deadline Sept. 4 This class is for the person who wants to understand how the horse perceives and responds to our body posture and tension. Learn how use your energy, posture and body position to help your relationship and training of the horse. Sept. 11; Fri.; 11 am-2 pm, On Eagles Wings Equine Center Syncronized Riding, Course ID #3969, Registration Deadline Sept. 17 In-depth break down of riding position and how changes in rider s position changes the movement of the horse. Learn easy self fixes for the rider to become totally balanced and centered on the horse. A great class for anyone wanting to upgrade their lesson program or develop one. Helmets are available. Riding not required. Riders must wear boots or shoes with heels and SEI approved riding helmets. Sept. 25; Fri. 12-3 pm, On Eagles Wings Equine Center TTEAM Leading, Course ID #3970, Registration Deadline Oct. 2 Course Fee $95, Instructor Marie Hoffman, Minimum students 8, Maximum 14. Linda Tellington Jones Equine Awareness Method (TTEAM). Learn techniques to handle the most difficult horses safely. These techniques can be used to train any horse to focus on the handler and be calmer. Horse and participants will learn to lead horses through TTEAM ground obstacles to help the horse be calmer and gain awareness of their bodies. Instructor(s) Marie Hoffman Horses provided on site. Oct. 9; Fri. 9:30 am-4 pm, On Eagles Wings Equine Center TTEAM TTOUCHES, Course ID #3971, Registration Deadline Oct. 16 Course Fee $95, Instructor Marie Hoffman, Minimum students 8, Maximum 14. Linda Tellington Jones Equine Awareness Method (TTEAM). Learn hands-on worldwide used Ttouch techniques to help the horse overcome fear, relax muscle and mental tension, increase athletic ability, willingness to learn and have a relationship with their humans. Any person can do these techniques. They also transfer well and benefit dogs, cats, and other animals. Horses provided on site. Oct. 23; Fri. 9:30 am-4 pm, On Eagles Wings Equine Center Useful Horse Massage, Course ID #3963, Registration Deadline Oct. 30 Course Fee $50, Instructor Anki Bauer, Minimum students 4, Maximum 6. Nov. 6; Fri. 6-9 pm, On Eagles Wings Equine Center Unbridled Hearts, LLC, Equine Arts Center, 10045 W. Edgewood, Polo, IL Bosses Day: Herd Leadership, Course ID #3957, Registration Deadline Oct. 9 Course Fee $45, Instructor Darlene Curcio-Elsbury, Minimum students 8, Maximum Discover how herd behavior and equine survival insights will make you a stronger leader with employees and coworkers. Instructor(s) Darlene Curcio-Elsbury Oct. 16; Fri. 5:30-9:00 pm, Unbridled Hearts, LLC, Equine Arts Center Hoofbeats Writers' Workshop, Course ID #3952, Registration Deadline Oct. 6 Course Fee $30, Instructor Darlene Curcio-Elsbury, Minimum students 8, Maximum Join this two hour workshop to enhance your grasp of Equus (interpreting how horses speak without words) and to draft your favorite personal experience with horses. No riding skill necessary. Oct. 13; Tues. 6:30-8:30 pm, Unbridled Hearts, LLC, Equine Arts Center Horse Power vs. Bully Power (for students 13-17, adults welcome), Course ID #3955, Registration Deadline Sept. 11, Course Fee $50, Instructor Darlene Curcio- Elsbury, Minimum students 8, Maximum Join this one day event interacting with horses in partnered activities designed to explore: herd behavior and survival instincts; herd leadership--who, when, how, why; heightened self-awareness in a crisis; personal boundaries; comfort zones, and how they vary; and survival under stress, using flight, fight, or freeze, depending upon the threat. For students ages 13-17. Adults welcome. Instructor Darlene Curcio-Elsbury, Bring your own brown-bag lunch. For safety reasons, wear closed shoes and jeans. No flip flops or open toe shoes. Sept. 19, Sat. 9:30-4:30, Unbridled Hearts, LLC, Equine Arts Center Horse Power vs. Bully Power, Course ID #3953, Registration Deadline Oct. 16 Course Fee $95, Instructor Darlene Curcio-Elsbury, Minimum students 8, Maximum This clinic will allow you to explore herd behavior and experience equine leadership in: building partnerships and non-predatory leadership, building respect for personal boundaries; following desire and respect, and understanding intuition choices. Discover how equine social behavior can enhance your anti-bullying program. No riding skill necessary. Bring brown bag lunch to workshop and wear comfortable shoes. Brown bag lunch and wear comfy shoes that don't mind dirt. Oct. 23; Fri. 6-9 pm Oct. 24; Sat.; 9:30 am-4:30 pm Unbridled Hearts, LLC, Equine Arts Center
Horse Power vs. Bully Power (for students 13-17, adults welcome), Course ID #3954, Registration Deadline Nov. 6, Course Fee $50, Instructor Darlene Curcio- Elsbury, Minimum students 8, Maximum Join this one day event interacting with horses in partnered activities designed to explore: herd behavior and survival instincts; herd leadership--who, when, how, why; heightened self-awareness in a crisis; personal boundaries; comfort zones, and how they vary; and survival under stress, using flight, fight, or freeze, depending upon the threat. For students ages 13-17. Adults welcome. Bring your own brown-bag lunch. For safety reasons, wear closed shoes and jeans. No flip flops or open toe shoes. Nov. 14; Sat. 9:30-4:30, Unbridled Hearts, LLC, Equine Arts Center MultiSensory Doorway to Self, Course ID #3951, Registration Deadline Sept. 23 Course Fee $45, Instructor Darlene Curcio-Elsbury, Minimum students 8, Maximum Join this clinic to explore what it s like to view life from a horse s perspective! In this 2.5 hour adventure, observe and interact with horses. Experience simulated equine vision, hearing, and touch, and discover new insights into your own sensory process and self. No riding skill necessary. Ground activities. Sept. 30; Wed. 6-8:30 pm, Unbridled Hearts, LLC, Equine Arts Center Sweetest Day with Horses (for couples or singles), Course ID #3956, Registration Deadline Oct. 10, Course Fee $45, Instructor Darlene Curcio-Elsbury, Minimum students 10, Maximum 30. Celebrate this special night connecting with horses, perhaps introducing someone to horses, doing fun activities that render insights into equine intelligence and horse-human partnerships. Wear casual attire and barn shoes. No riding skill required, as most activities are on the ground. Casual attire, barn shoes Oct. 17; Sat. 6:30-9:00 pm, Unbridled Hearts, LLC, Equine Arts Center Veterans' Family Day, Course ID #3958, Registration Deadline Oct. 30 Course Fee $25/couple or $25 veteran and friend, Instructor Darlene Curcio- Elsbury, Minimum students 8, Maximum 50. Enjoy an afternoon in the serenity of horses with the camaraderie of fellow veterans and their families. A rain or shine event (indoor arena available). Instructor(s) Darlene Curcio-Elsbury Nov. 8; Sun. 1-5 pm, Unbridled Hearts, LLC, Equine Arts Center
Lifelong Learning at Highland Community College Beginning this fall, Highland Community College is reinvigorating its Community Education program under the new name, Lifelong Learning. The goal of the new program is to offer both credit and non-credit courses throughout Highland s fourcounty district, delivering learning opportunities that range from personal and professional enrichment, to certification preparation, to youth activities. The vision of HCC s Lifelong Learning is to serve all populations including business professionals, community members, seniors, and the region s young people. Most courses begin in September and October. Be sure to register by the registration deadline date listed for each course. Have other ideas or locations? Complete the interest survey found at highland.edu/lifelong. Interested in teaching? Complete the instructor survey at the same location. For additional information regarding any Equine Clinics, contact Anki Bauer, anki.bauer@highland.edu or call 815-990-0406. Contact Us Highland Community College, Mailbox 37, 2998 W. Pearl City Road, Freeport, IL 61032 Phone: 815-599-3403 Email: lifelonglearning@highland.edu Web: highland.edu/lifelong Admissions: 815-599-3414 or admissions@highland.edu