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🎙️Guest Sessions: Chrissy Stout
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🎙️Guest Sessions: Chrissy Stout

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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