Introducing Parelli’s Inaugural 

Australasia Parelli Member of the Month 

August 2011

We would like to recognise Parelli Member, Alison McCreary, for her dedication to growing, and sharing, Parelli Natural Horsemanship in Alice Springs, NT.

On a regular basis Alison organises group play days as well as Clinics with Licensed Parelli Professionals, inviting Parelli enthusiasts to take full advantage of her large arena, play toys and various obstacles. She continually motivates her group, to be their best, offering support as required. She encourages those that are ready for filming of official auditions to ensure they progress. And on rainy days you will find Alison stimulating her Savvy As group by sharing Parelli DVD’s or playing games.

Through Alison’s dedication and kindness she has facilitated the growth and transformation of many Parelli students and their relationship with their horses. Alison has created a sense of team, where all are welcome, and has shown them how to look deeper into Parelli; how to apply the philosophy and techniques to their own horses, and how the program can assist them in empowering themselves.

Thank you Alison! It is through the commitment and support of individuals like yourself that Parelli is able to help create a better place for horses and humans.

 Alison McCreary

Here’s what some of Alison’s Savvy AS group have to say about her:

“Dusty and I would never have progressed and become such great friends without the support network that Alison has made possible…Alison constantly motivates us all, last weekend we went through the on line self assessment, with Alison reading and checking off what we could all do well and what we needed to work on in preparation for filming our official level one auditions next weekend. Even if it's raining Alison still keeps us motivated by getting us all together to watch a DVD (last time we watched level 4 to see where we are aiming for) or play Predator vs Partner games…”  Tania Ryan

“I was so excited when Alison started up the Alice Savvy group in 2010 as I felt I was going it alone. The weekly play dates were a must on my calendar and I was not going to miss them for anything…She offered free agistment for weeks when my neighbors were acting up… I have now moved to South Australia where I am again playing on my own but we have been out and about with strange horses, in strange surroundings, and well, my horse is a champ. Thanks Al.” Karina Cole

“Alison has been fantastic for both my daughter and myself – so generous in sharing her horses, time, expertise and facilities. I don't own a horse and never would have even thought I could attempt something like the Parelli course without her support and invitation to participate…” Nora Klinker

“I am extremely grateful to her (Alison) for all her help, patience, time, effort, and genuine enthusiasm for everything Parelli. I can honestly say that I don’t think I would have persisted if I had not met Alison, and the rest of the Savvy AS network.” Andrea Hill

“I wouldn’t be where I am now with my horse without her …Thank you Alison for taking your time and patience helping us all and most of all your friendship!!” Candice Dehne

“…She is so incredibly enthusiastic and positive that she instills the confidence in you to just give it a go. Alison has the amazing ability to pick you up, point you in the right direction and help find in you the right skills to get you where you need to be. This is in everyday life as well as in horse life!” Helen Davenport

“Her house and stables is always open no matter what day it is. She is so generous with her time, offering newcomers the support and guidance they need. Alice Springs would be lost with out her.” Simone Heenan

Savvy AS Group - from left to right: Simone Heenan on Lily, Tania Ryan, Bonsai, Alison McCreary on River, Nicky Riply holding Lauren McCreary, Kirsty Cole on Dusty, Candice Dehne holding Luke Dehne, Amber Dehne, Karina Cole on Bunji

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If you would like to nominate a Parelli member that you believe is a shining example of growing Parelli in your area please submit the details to australia@parelli.com.