6.27.08
Jec's new blog! Combining a love for both writing and horses, Jec has joined the blogging community. You can check out her blog at www.jecballou.blogspot.com to read whimsical anecdotes or to add your own posts about life in the crazy world of horses!  more...

5.28.08
All okay after the fire! Thanks to everyone who called to check on us or offered help during the recent Santa Cruz wildfire. We're all safe and sound and, luckily, never had to evacuate. more...

5.1.08
Castro Valley facility to host twice-monthly clinics with Jec. A lovely facility in Castro Valley is hosting Jec every other Wednesday for lessons; riders of all levels, no trailer-in fee. To be added to the list, contact Melanie at 510-301-6317. more...

4.17.08
New lesson groups forming!  If you live in these areas and wish to be added to a mailing list, please contact the organizer of each group below. 1.) A group of riders is assembling in the East Bay area for twice-monthly lessons with Jec. To be added to this group, please contact Melanie at 510-301-6317. 2.) Riders in the Cool/Georgetown area of more...

4.8.08
Jec welcomes your input! As most of you know, Jec is currently writing her second training book under contract with the publisher of "101 Dresage Exercises for Horse and Rider." It focuses on the correct conditioning/development of performance horses. She welcomes your suggestions for what you'd find helpful, or resources you might have to offer. more...

3.13.08
Jec is now available for weekend lessons in the Sacramento foothills near Plymouth, CA. Please contact us for more information. more...

1.28.08
To organize a fall 2008 clinic in your area, contact Jec soon. Currently, dates are available in late September and October. more...