Horsemanship Clinic
with Dale Timmermann
MARCH 21, 2026 | 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Timmermann's Ranch & Saddle Shop | 29550 W. Roberts Road, Island Lake Illinois 60042
Join Us for a Free Horsemanship Clinic with Professional Horsewoman Dale Timmermann!
Yes — this clinic is FREE.
And yes — you read that right.
Border Run Open Horse Show Round Up is proud to welcome back Dale Timmermann for the second year in a row, offering another FREE Horsemanship Clinic at Timmermann’s Ranch.
This clinic continues Border Run’s commitment to education, accessibility, and giving back to the open show community by providing high-quality learning opportunities at no cost to riders or auditors.
This FREE horsemanship clinic is designed to help riders of all disciplines strengthen fundamentals, improve communication, and build confidence both in and out of the show pen.
Whether you’re refining your skills or building a stronger foundation, this session offers practical, horse-first instruction you can take home and apply immediately.
Dale Timmermann is a highly respected professional horsewoman with decades of experience as a trainer, instructor, and judge.
Her background spans:
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Western & English disciplines
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Reining and barrel racing
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Coaching over 100 World and Reserve Pinto & Color Breed Congress Champions
Dale is known for her clear instruction, thoughtful horsemanship, and passion for helping riders of all levels succeed.
How to Sign Up!
Important Registration Information – Sign Up Now!
To ensure the best experience for both riders and auditors, registration is required one week before the event for both horse/rider participants as well as audit spots.
We’re limiting rider participation to the first eight riders who register, so spots are extremely limited. These spots will be filled on a first come, first served basis. If you want to ride in this incredible clinic with Dale Timmermann, don’t wait—secure your place today!
The format will be 1.5 hours of instruction followed by 30 minutes for questions.
For those who wish to audit the clinic and observe Dale’s techniques from the sidelines, there will be unlimited audit spots available. These spots are open to all who wish to learn and gain insight from this exceptional opportunity. AUDITORS PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR!!!
Deadline for Registration: One Week Before Event
Sign up quickly to avoid missing out on this chance to learn from one of the best in the business!
We look forward to having you join us for this exciting clinic!
Contact Information
Light refreshments will be provided by the Border Run. If you are attending as an auditor please remember to bring your own chair.