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Sponsoring Mounted Search and Rescue Training

2011-12-18T06:17:00.000-08:00

We are offering an amazing opportunity for your sponsorship contribution to help not one but TWO organizations - the Search and Rescue and the local charity of your choice.

Mark Peterson, wild life behaviorist, tracker and horseman, is "Breaking the Language Barrier" in the animal world, far exceeding widely-held beliefs on animal intelligence and capacity for language and communication. During his Adventure Trail Clinic there are actually two great clinics that benefit all equestrians - "Breaking the Language Barrier" and "The Complete Trail Riding Clinic".

With Mark's experience tracking wildlife on countless horseback expeditions in the back country, the search and rescue team will learn potentially lifesaving maneuvers from horseback allowing them to go into more treacherous terrain safely getting to their victims faster. Mark and Dusty will not only demonstrate search and rescue riders a softer, gentler style of communication, but a number of maneuvers to help calm their horses on the trail.

The second benefactors are the families of the Ronald McDonald Houses. Mark and Dusty absolutely love to visit the kids. The kids love receiving hugs, kisses, autographs and stuffed toys all from Dusty himself!

The press and media are always there to publicize this incredible gentle giant that does what NO other horse can do. Wouldn’t you or company like to be an integral part of this team?

Imagine you or your company name mentioned and thanked in interviews on TV, Face Book posts, and other write ups such as websites, newspapers, and magazines. With almost 4000 fans on Dusty’s Fan Page alone, the exposure and possibilities for you and your company are unlimited.

If you would like to contribute a sponsorship to bring more trail confidence to your local team of volunteers and an enormous amount of joy to the children staying at your local Ronald McDonald House please contact emily@markanddusty.com

GOODWILL and ADVENTURE TRAIL CLINIC

2011-10-28T06:54:00.000-07:00

Host an Adventure Trail Clinic in your area and Mark and Dusty will visit the charity of your choice with you.

Mark Peterson is "Breaking the Language Barrier" in the animal world, far exceeding widely-held beliefs on animal intelligence and capacity for language and communication.You actually get two great clinics that benefit all equestrians; "Breaking the Language Barrier" and "The Complete Trail Riding Clinic".

The true beauty of THE ADVENTURE TRAIL CLINIC is where they are held; in your area with your friends or clients.

Imagine how much you and your horse would benefit from a fully guided trail riding clinic with renowned wildlife behaviorist, tracker and horseman. With Mark's experience organizing countless horseback expeditions in the back country, your group will be in very good hands. Mark and Dusty will not only show you a softer, gentler style of communication, but a number of maneuvers to help calm your horse on the trail and go further down the trail safely.

Click the Video below to see Dusty in action at a Ronald McDonald House, or go to the VIDEO PAGE

Mark and Dusty's Nationwide Goodwill Tour

2011-03-28T22:28:00.000-07:00

Corporate Sponsors

Mark and Dusty are preparing to travel around the country visiting Ronald McDonald Houses and other national children's hospitals. On this tour they will bring cherished moments into the lives of very special children. Dusty loves making children smile, and they adore him. His ability to interact with children is the dynamic combination of a sports star and animal celebrity all in an extra-large cuddly package. The children and their parents can then follow their new best friend around the country on Facebook; Dusty's Fan Page

Dusty and his friend, Mark Peterson are 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 the use of tools is proof of that. Through his special style of training and communication, Mark is teaching us how to get more out of all of our relationships.

Mark and Dusty will be touring the U.S. making presentations and giving demonstrations. They will focus not only on human-animal communication, but on "kind communication" (TM), Mark's methodology for creating positive, constructive relationships based on respect and kindness.

You can be a part of this incredible, nationwide goodwill story as a featured sponsor of Mark and Dusty's tour. Regardless of your business model, the enormous personal presence of Mark Peterson and his horse, Dusty, offers an opportunity for your company to be a part of the media blitz covering this unfailingly entertaining, informative and positive tour. Contact Mark and learn more about corporate sponsorships and how you can be part of this very unique Goodwill Tour.

"The children at Ronald McDonald House were mesmerized by Dusty. He showed great patience and kindness, he seemed to have a sense of his importance to these children. I was truly impressed by Dusty's focus on the children and his calm manner in letting them enjoy his performance."

Meg Katzman

President and CEO

Ronald McDonald House Charities Upper Midwest

Dusty is now a Limited Edition Breyer Horse

2011-03-01T11:30:00.000-08:00

Dusty, America's Horse. Is now a Breyer Fest Store Special Collectors Edition!! Mark and Dusty performed at Breyer Fest this summer at the KY Horse Park.They were a HUGE hit!

Dusty America's Horse

2011-02-13T04:53:00.000-08:00

Dusty, has been named "America's Horse" by the public for his diversity, good deeds, gentle nature and desire to spread joy and education Nation Wide. Dusty also has his own Facebook Fan Page where you can follow all of Dusty's Adventures where ever he goes!!

Visit Dusty's Fan Page:

http://www.facebook.com/markanddusty

Dusty the traveler

2011-01-30T09:29:00.000-08:00

Ever so gentle and understanding, Dusty is a true testament to The Breaking the Language Barrier Training Program. Dusty and I travel all over the country teaching two clinics in one two day trail ride called The Adventure Clinic. You put together ten of your friends in your area at $400.00 per horse and rider. You'll never forget these lessons! Or Dusty!

As an on camera representative

2011-01-14T16:53:00.000-08:00

Meet Mark Peterson and Dusty, together this dynamic duo not only entertains people with their antics wherever they go, but also demonstrates this horse’s phenomenal ability to perceive human language.

In fact, Mark Peterson and Dusty are rewriting horse training and setting new standards for communication between humans and animals. Dusty’s exceptional grasp of the human language and ability to use tools are challenging widely held beliefs about animal intelligence and capacity for language and communication. Peterson has developed a special style of training based on language communication that he demonstrates and teaches with Dusty – and their unique relationship proves that anyone can have a deeper, more joyful and rewarding relationship with their horse.

On the Road with Dusty

2010-12-31T04:58:00.000-08:00

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

2010-12-31T04:52:00.000-08:00

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....

At Home with Dusty

2010-12-28T08:50:00.000-08:00

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

2010-12-17T14:46:00.000-08:00

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.

2010-12-15T11:54:00.000-08:00

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.

2010-12-11T06:44:00.000-08:00

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

2010-12-08T09:45:00.000-08:00

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

2010-11-19T14:01:00.000-08:00

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

2010-09-19T17:23:00.000-07:00

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...

2010-09-12T03:24:00.000-07:00

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

2010-08-25T15:26:00.000-07:00

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.

2010-07-16T13:17:00.000-07:00

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

Adventure Clinic in Mn Aug 6th - 8th

2010-06-27T06:17:00.000-07:00

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.

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

2010-06-25T04:08:00.000-07:00

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.

2010-06-14T10:01:00.000-07:00

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.

Getting Ready for Upcoming Film Shoot

2010-05-06T20:18:00.000-07:00

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

http://www.mnhorseexpo.org/index.html

International Equestrian Festival

http://www.horsecapitalproductions.com/

World Equestrian Games

www.alltechfei games .com

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

2010-04-06T05:36:00.001-07:00

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.

Complete Trail Riding Clinic TV show

2010-03-27T04:22:00.000-07:00

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

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

Dusty is coming to Lexington, KY in Sept!

2010-03-13T05:34:00.000-08:00

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