The Transformative Magic of Unmounted & Adaptive Horsemanship | Featuring Chrissy Stout
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Join hosts Josh Williams and Victoria on The Herd is Calling Podcast for an in-depth conversation about the world of unmounted and adaptive horsemanship with our esteemed guest, Chrissy Stout. Chrissy, the Program Director at Haku Baldwin Center in Hawaii and a PATH International certified therapeutic riding instructor, shares her profound insights and experiences.
Guest Bio: Chrissy Stout was born and raised in Australia, hailing from a long line of horse people with deep ties to farming, ranching, and rural living. She is currently the Program Director at Haku Baldwin Center in Hawaii, a nonprofit providing Equine-Assisted Services to youth and adults with diverse needs. Chrissy is a PATH Intl. Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor, a PATH Intl. Mentor, and a Horse Powered Reading® Facilitator. She is a Region 11 Ambassador for PATH Intl. and was recognized as the region's Credentialed Professional of the Year in 2022. Chrissy also owns Teaching Aids for EAS, a company specializing in adaptive visual aids to improve communication and enhance instruction inside and outside the arena. She is passionate about creating a culture of mindful and compassionate horsemanship, and empowering the next generation of equine professionals.
00:00 Introduction to Unmounted Programming
00:54 Welcome to The Herd is Calling Podcast
01:33 Meet Chrissy Stout: A Journey from Australia to Hawaii
03:39 A Day in the Life at Haku Baldwin Center
05:38 The Unique Environment of Upcountry Maui
07:26 Programs and Populations at Haku Baldwin Center
08:49 Chrissy's Personal Journey with Horses
13:35 The Power of Observation and Connection
22:16 Implementing Mindfulness with Horses
30:33 The Therapeutic Benefits of Equine Interaction
34:47 Chrissy's Path to Becoming an Instructor
37:48 Journey to Becoming a Certified Instructor
39:26 Overcoming Challenges and Finding Accommodations
41:51 The Power of Community and Mentorship
42:26 A Life-Changing Backpacking Trip
46:30 The Importance of Feel in Riding
51:42 The Value of Unmounted Horsemanship
54:41 Mindfulness and Holistic Horsemanship
01:11:55 Embracing Failure and Seeking Mentorship
01:18:46 Ancient Wisdom in Horsemanship
01:19:24 The Role of Mentorship
01:21:15 Importance of Language in Equine Therapy
01:23:25 Adaptive Riding Explained
01:28:11 Community and Inclusivity
01:35:05 Personal Reflections and Future Goals
01:38:53 Gratitude and Final Thoughts
01:48:55 Outro and Community Invitation
✨ Follow along with our guest’s Journey and support their work at the following:
Check out Chrissy's teaching aids for EAS company here: teachingaidsforeas.com
and on FB, where you can messenger her: https://www.facebook.com/teachingaidsforinstructors
And here is the facility she is the director of: https://hakubaldwincenter.org/
AND you can email Chrissy here: chrissystout@gmail.com
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