Friday, December 31, 2010

On the Road with Dusty


Dusty and I perform and educate at horse shows and Expos through out the country. We demonstrate this exiting new communication training called Breaking the Language Barrier. DVD's are for sale our our site. www.markanddusty.com With Dusty's special skills and way with children he always draws the media in for extra Press and PR

On the Trail with Dusty


Dusty and I travel all over the country for our Adventure Clinics. That's TWO Clinics in one full weekend on the trail! Communication like you've never seen before and a skill set for back country riding to help you and your horse travel further down the trail, safer! Call now to set up one for you and your friends in your area....

Tuesday, December 28, 2010

At Home with Dusty


Dusty and his friends having a LAZY day in the sun. (we worked them too hard yesterday) A 15 min ride. lol

Friday, December 17, 2010


Dusty and his friend, Mark Peterson, are truly breaking the language barrier in the animal world, far exceeding widely held beliefs on animal intelligence and capacity for language and communication. Dusty’s grasp for the human language and use of tools is proof of that. The Great Apes have always been regarded as one of the only species of animal to use tools on a regular basis. This horse, has now blown that out of the water. Through his special style of training and communication, Peterson is teaching us all how to get the most out of any relationship while bringing joy and good will to all who meet his fun loving horse Dusty.

Wednesday, December 15, 2010


Dusty’s Real Life Adventures
Goodwill Ambassador from the Wilderness

Dusty is a very special Kentucky Mountain Horse. He and his sister Daisy May and their best friend Blazer, travel all over the country tracking wildlife in the remote wilderness for TV and web based projects. When not on assignment in the wilderness, Dusty enjoys meeting new friends in various cities across the country. He is regularly involved in doing goodwill for charities such as the Ronald McDonald House and friendly ‘Meet & Greets’ in a variety of public places. Dusty can be found raising crowds of young and old alike who gather for his kisses and autographs at fairs, expos, restaurants, shopping centers and more. Dusty’s fans follow his travels and adventures on Facebook. Dusty’s Facebook Fan Page puts his followers into the wild along with Dusty and his friends. His fans enjoy being invited to join in all his travel destinations which are shared with daily posts of photos, comments or video clips.

Saturday, December 11, 2010


We're working on making a Dusty's Adventure Calendar and Posters.

Wednesday, December 8, 2010


Dusty travels ALL over the country on new Adventures! From meet and greet with children to horse expos and National TV shows! Follow all Dusty's Adventures on his Facebook Fan Page! He also has two GREAT Training DVD's out as well.
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/pages/Dustys-Fan-Page/153059171389300

Friday, November 19, 2010


Anyone that wants to set up an Adventure Clinic for this winter or a Dusty meeting, call to schedule a time. Winter pricing is cheaper as long as it's warm where you are. lol

Sunday, September 19, 2010



Both of Dusty's Training DVD'S will be available at the IEF and then online. We can learn so much from this horse! Let's see where it takes us...

Sunday, September 12, 2010


Coastal Cowgirl makes the most beautiful Horse Hair Jewelry I've ever seen! They've agreed to take some of Dusty's tail and make a Dusty charm bracelet that we're going to raffle off at the International Equestrian Festival during the 16 day event. If you have never seen their work ya GOTTA check it out! http://www.coastalcowgirl.net/ Great job Trish

Wednesday, August 25, 2010


Wildlife behaviorist, Mark Peterson, has spent more than 20 years tracking and studying wildlife in the wilderness of North America. He has led and guided expeditions of film crews, and wildlife researchers into remote areas on horseback for study and filming.
A highly motivated and gentle trainer, Peterson also teaches clinics in horsemanship. He has a unique understanding of animal behaviors, coupled with a comprehensive understanding of animal body language, giving him insight to create a kind of language that has transformed even high spirited horses into a calmer, happier animal.
With the help of his horse, Dusty, Peterson’s "Breaking the Language Barrier” clinic employs ground breaking techniques that create a desire in the horse to truly listen for its next verbal cue, keeping the horse more in tune with the rider.
The program provides better communication between human and horse. This, in itself, helps to develop a special bond between horse and rider that is stronger than anything imagined before.
Tapping into a whole new realm of communication, Peterson’s program focuses on two vital areas, "The Complete Trail Riding Clinic" and a softer, gentler communication for horse and rider." Breaking the Language Barrier."
To see the results of this amazing new training concept, watch the videos at www.markanddusty.com
Both of these exiting new DVD's will be released at the IEF during the World Equestrian Games where Mark and Dusty will be speaking and Performing twice a day for the entire 16 days of this event.

Friday, July 16, 2010



One of the trail camera pics from northern Mn retrieved on horseback. THAT was an Adventure!

Sunday, June 27, 2010

Adventure Clinic in Mn Aug 6th - 8th



This Clinic will be held in Zumbro Falls Mn, just south of the cities.

Mark & Dusty
present

The Adventure Clinic
Breaking the Language Barrier
&
The Complete Trail Riding Clinic

2 Clinics in 1 – $300.00 per horse/rider
Includes 3 days of instruction
Meals and Camping Fees Not Included


Aug 6th - 8th, 2010
Check-In 9am Friday / Concludes 4pm Sunday
Zumbro Bottoms Horse Campground-West

Space is limited to 10 horses/riders. Reservations are secured with a 50% deposit, balance due at clinic check-in. Front shoes or boots recommended for horses. Meals, snacks, paper plates, drinking cups, plastic ware, camping gear, insect repellant, etc. are responsibility of each participant. Please bring feed and hay for your horses, it will not be provided. Be sure to provide buckets for water. Proper Horse Camping will be taught through out the Clinic.

To make your reservation please contact Mark Peterson at:
651-238-2017 or mark@dustypromotions.com

A recent clinic participant stated:
“This is the most I’ve ever learned while having
SO MUCH FUN.”

Through the years Mark has learned which specific skills people and horses need to know to safely traverse any kind of terrain that may "accidentally" come your way on the trail. In this three day course you will learn a number of very simple skills for you and your horse to keep you safe in any situation you may encounter on the trail.

Friday, June 25, 2010

Adventure Clinic to be held in Ar July 23-25th


This Clinic will be held in the hills of the Buffalo River back country! Incredible riding and wildlife photo opportunities!

Mark & Dusty
present

The Adventure Clinic
Breaking the Language Barrier
&
The Complete Trail Riding Clinic

2 Clinics in 1 – $400.00 per horse/rider
Includes 3 days of instruction
Meals and Camping Fees Not Included


July 23-25, 2010
Check-In 9am Friday / Concludes 4pm Sunday
Steele Creek Horse Camp @ Buffalo River National Park, Ponca, AR

Space is limited to 10 horses/riders. Reservations are secured with a 50% deposit, balance due at clinic check-in. Proof of negative coggins required. Front shoes or boots recommended for horses. Meals, snacks, paper plates, drinking cups, plastic ware, camping gear, insect repellant, etc. are responsibility of each participant. Please bring feed and hay for your horses, it will not be provided. Be sure to provide buckets for water. Proper Horse Camping will be taught through out the Clinic.

To make your reservation please contact Mark Peterson at:
651-238-2017 or mark@dustypromotions.com

A recent clinic participant stated:
“This is the most I’ve ever learned while having
SO MUCH FUN.”

Through the years Mark has learned which specific skills people and horses need to know to safely traverse any kind of terrain that may "accidentally" come your way on the trail. In this three day course you will learn a number of very simple skills for you and your horse to keep you safe in any situation you may encounter on the trail.

Monday, June 14, 2010


The Complete Trail Riding Show was a HUGE success! This will by far be the funniest educational Clinic video EVER! It was said by all, "It's the most we've ever learned, while laughing SO hard!" It will be ready for the International Horse Festival in Sept.

Thursday, May 6, 2010

Getting Ready for Upcoming Film Shoot

Mark and Dusty have been enjoying a few days of rest following the Minnesota Horse Expo held in St. Paul. The expo was held at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds April 23 - 25 with over 300 horses on the grounds.

This spring Mark and Dusty continue to be busy in preparation for the filming of two DVDs which will be sold at the International Equestrian Festival at the World Equestrian Games this fall. The Games will be held in Lexington, KY. The two DVDs will be entitled "Breaking the Language Barrier" and "Complete Trail Riding". The first DVD consists of Mark's unique training method which has baffled many equine clinicians and animal behaviorists for years. Mark talks to Dusty, and Dusty seems to understand. If you need to see it to believe it, just drop us a line and we'll let you know where Mark and Dusty will be appearing next nearest you!

Six riders will be joining Mark and Dusty in the beautiful forests of Northern Minnesota later this month for the filming of "Complete Trail Riding". The riders will be traveling from Arkansas and Chicago, trailering their own horses in. The group are looking forward to the scenic ride which will span a period of 5 days. During the excursion, riders will partake of Mark's life experience as an outdoorsman, tracker and wildlife behaviorist. Three of the riders have participated in previous instruction with Mark, while the others will be experiencing this great opportunity for the first time.

Not only will this be an opportunity for a great ride and a learning experience for the group, participants will also be filmed for the DVD, a television show, and participate in photography sessions for an upcoming book that will also be made available at the International Equestrian Festival this fall.

It's a busy spring, but we are all looking forward to meeting new friends, riding in new places, and the many great things to come in 2010!

Links:
Minnesota Horse Expo

International Equestrian Festival

World Equestrian Games

Photo: A group of riders meet in S. Dakota last summer for Mark's 'Adventure Clinic'.


Tuesday, April 6, 2010


That's it! The TV show is set. WE HAVE OUR RIDERS!!!'The Complete Trail Riding' video/TV show will now be shot and filmed in Northern Minnesota.

Saturday, March 27, 2010

Complete Trail Riding Clinic TV show


Complete Trail Riding Clinic" TV Show
Great national publicity for your Company products or services.




Visit Mark and Dusty's Website: www.markanddusty.com

Saturday, March 13, 2010

Dusty is coming to Lexington, KY in Sept!


Dusty is coming to the International Equestrian Festival to reveal the secrets of "Breaking the Language Barrier"