Link & Rollie, the Coaches
“Storm’s Missin’ Link” or ‘Shaman Whispering’ in your ear.
“Storm’s Missin’ Link” born 2003, a black Tennessee Walking Horse with a star. Link is 16 hands and very handsome. He came to us in March 2006 from the breeder, Jana Jacobson in Cranbrook. Link is laid back, the alpha horse, and the leader (‘Mr. Cool’). He is very personable, friendly and loves people. He likes kids and goats. He likes to goof around. He is a keen observer. Nicknamed “The King” as he seems to rule. He is extremely loyal and very forgiving. Beginners and kids ride safely on Link. He likes the mental aspect of learning, like figuring out how to open and close a gate or untying a rope with his teeth. He will come and softly blow in your ear, whispering his wisdom, if you listen closely.
Karin: “Link is more of a intellectual, he takes his time and thinks about things. If he was a person, he would be a professor or politician or philosopher.:”
The way Link would describe himself: I love attention from my humans. When I do tricks they laugh and it makes me happy (especially the treats!). Sometimes I feel misunderstood. I do act like a leader, but at times when I’m away from home I feel insecure. I don’t always want to be the leader, but I took on that role for my younger brother Rollie. I protect him. I am a social being, horses, goats, dogs, cats, and humans have always amused me. I am loyal and trusting, and I’ll follow my human anywhere (well, after they show me the puddle is in fact, safe). I might push you a little to see if you have good boundaries. I really do like praise the best and when you remember to give it, I relax more and enjoy the job better. I have experienced loss in my life. Just don’t leave me home alone, it’s not fun. I’m an extrovert. Can you relate to my story?
“Storm’s Midnight Roller” or ‘Eagle’s Feather’ floating above ground.
“Storm’s Midnight Roller” born 2004. Also a black Tennessee Walking Horse, no white markings. He is 15.3 hands, and thinks he’s quite handsome, well, he is! We bought him in August 2008, from the same breeder. Rollie is a little more apprehensive, passive, and a follower. He reacts quickly, but then will get over it fast. He takes a bit to warm up to you, and then, he will lick you to death. Sometimes he plays a game of catch me if you can. He likes to come to you when he is ready. And he likes the physical aspect of learning, like climbing up on a pedestal, jumping over a log, or walking over a tarp. But his movement is like riding on a cloud, or floating in the air like an eagle’s feather would.
Karin: “Rollie is very fast and agile, he likes to jump and motor along. If he was a person, he would be an athlete or a race car driver, he likes speed.”
The way Rollie would describe himself: I’m often misunderstood. You see, I act like a drama queen, but really I’m hyper-sensitive to energy and pressure (or any kind of insensitivity). I’m very tuned in to humans and curious about a lot of things. Yet I’d rather wait hiding behind Link, my older brother when humans come to my paddock. Once I’m bonded, I do trust my leader (human or Link) very much. Actually, riding without Link, with my trusted human I can be very confident. By the way, I like to do your hair, but I don’t like you doing mine, please take the braids out! I’m a gentleman. I’ve experienced challenges in my life. I may look apprehensive but I know and feel things… miles away! And when you “push too hard”, I do get a little defensive, thank you very much. I’m an introvert. Can you relate to my story?
If you would like to meet Link and Rollie, please call to book a session.
Adult Personal Development Programs – more info here.
Youth Learning Programs – more info here.
Call Karin at 250-860-1964 or email karin@horsejourney.com
The brothers - Rollie (left) and Link (right).
Trail ride on Rollie (Karin) and Link (Lisa).
Grazing free and happily on a big field.