Barrel Mill Farm Robert Morin Accredited Trainer & Instructor 2142 Old Augusta Rd. Waldoboro Maine 04572 207 832 7900 / rlmorin@hughes.net Robert Morin, Accredited Trainer & Instructor

Robert began his life-long association with horses as a teenager working at a stable with over 75 horses. The days were long and the work was hard, but the "magic" of being around these amazing animals made a profound impression on him. Serving his country in the Navy and then starting a career and family kept Robert from being actively involved with horses for many years, but the dream of reconnecting with equine "friends" never left him. About twelve years ago, Robert had the opportunity to get back into equestrian activities through a close (human) friend who owned horses. The light went on. He knew that was where he belonged. In 20??, Robert bought his first horse, a Tennessee Walker, whom he named Budd. This was a day he'll never forget. This was also when he learned that as much as he thought he knew about horses, there was plenty he didn't know and wanted to learn. He began a search for a program that could help him gain the knowledge and experience he desired. Robert decided to enroll in training with Richard Shrake of "Resistance-free Riding". This intensive program gave Robert a deeper understanding of how the equine mind works and the best ways to effectively communicate with and encourgae the cooperation of a horse in a human/equine partnership. During his training with Richard Shrake, Robert travelled all over the country and worked with many different breeds of horses and their riders. Perhaps the most important "lessons" Robert learned in his years as a general contractor is the need to listen to others and practice patience. He has found these to be valuable assets in his horse training as well. He has learned to "listen" to his horses by reading their body-language and communicate with them on that level. Horses respond more readily to body-language cues than verbal commands. Patience and practice are the keys to success in a mutually rewarding relationship between horse and rider. Robert will be taking on boarders in the near future and welcomes inquiries about lessons or training. Please feel free to contact him or find him on Facebook. Robert Morin Horsemanship with Common Sense Accredited Trainer and Instructor In the fall of 2009, we lost a beloved member of our crew. Alice had been on the job site with us for over 15 years. We miss her dearly. Click here to view a tribute to a great dog.