Reining Horse Magazine May 2019

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Taylor Sheridan Debuts The Run for

By Brumley Events The Run for a Million will be the richest event in the history of western equine sports. Hosted by the prestigious South Point Arena and Equestrian Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, the event will take place August 15–17, 2019. Twelve riders, including some of the most accomplished NRHA professionals, will compete for a purse of $1,000,000.

Academy-Award nominee Taylor Sheridan, writer of “Hell or High Water” and “Sicario,” writer/director of “Wind River” and co-creator of “Yellowstone,” wanted to design a venue that showcased the talent of both horse and rider in one of the most demanding equine sports in existence: reining. Sheridan has partnered with Amanda Brumley, Brumley Management Group— producer of three NRHA leading events worldwide—to create and produce this one-of-a-kind event.

The Run for a Million offers the unprecedented opportunity to introduce millions of viewers to the sport of reining. In addition to the main event, there will be a $100,000 Shoot Out, open to all reiners and their horses. On top of the tremendous prize money, the top five riders in the Shoot Out finals will be guaranteed a position in the 2020 Million Dollar Invitational at The Run for a Million.

Other performances will include The Run for a Million Rookie Championships, the $50,000 Non Pro Championships, and a $50,000 Invitational Freestyle. Riders can qualify for these championships at the National Reining Breeders Classic in Katy, Texas, the NRHA Derby Presented by Markel in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and the Reining by the Bay in Woodside, California.

To be eligible for an invitation to participate in the $50,000 Freestyle, riders must submit a video of a reining freestyle performance by email to brumleyevents@gmail.com.

The goal of creating and producing The Run for a Million is to introduce new people to the world of western performance horses while supporting all those who have made reining their life’s passion. It is also intended to offer an unprecedented platform for the products horsemen and -women depend on.

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JASON VANLANDINGHAM

Jason began training professionally in the summer of 1998 and built his current facility in the fall of 2005. Vanlandingham Reining Horses focuses on the training and showing of Open Futurity and Derby prospects and show horses. To date, Jason has accumulated many Futurity and Derby Championships, including the coveted NRHA Open Futurity, NRHA Open Derby, and NRBC Open Derby.

NRHA Million Dollar Rider,

Jason Vanlandingham and his wife, Adrienne, own and operate Vanlandingham Reining Horses located in Whitesboro, Texas.

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Level 4 Open:

NRHA 2 time Open Futurity Champion NRHA Open Derby Champion NRBC Open Classic Champion NRHA Open Derby 2X Reserve Champion Multiple NRHA Futurity, Derby, and NRBC Finalist with multiple Top 5 Finishes SWRHA Futurity Champion and Reserve Futurity Champion Tulsa Reining Classic Futurity Champion High Roller Reining Classic Futurity Champion High Roller Reining Classic Open Stakes Reserve Champion Tulsa Reining Classic Derby Champion Tulsa Reining Classic 3X Open Novice Derby Champion Tulsa Reining Classic Developing Horse Open Futurity Champion High Roller Reining Classic Open Derby Champion High Roller Reining Classic Open Stakes Champion AQHA Res World Champion Pan-American Cup Open Champion and Team Champion OKRHA Ride N Slide 2X Open Derby Champion

LIFETIME EARNINGS $1,798,166+

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Hometown: Rio Verde, Arizona Andrea Fappani was born and raised in Italy, but moved to the U.S. in the 1990s. In 2006, Fappani reached National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) Million Dollar status. He is the youngest rider and the first European ever to do so. Fappani now rides under the American flag.

When Fappani relocated to the U.S., he spent five years as an assistant to Todd Bergen, who also is a NRHA Million Dollar Rider. In 1997, he placed sixth in the Non Pro division at the NRHA Futurity.

In 2000, Fappani won the NRHA Futurity Intermediate Open Championship riding Hagans Sugarman. He became the first European rider to win the NRHA Futurity Open Championship in 2001 with RR Star.

At the 2004 NRHA Derby, Andrea was Co-Reserve Champion on NQH Little Jac. At the 2008 Reining by the Bay, Fappani won the Open Derby Championship on the six-yearold stallion Spooks Gotta Gun, who is one of the few deaf horses to compete in reining. Fappani also rode Tinsel Jac to the Open Derby Reserve Championship.

In 2009, Fappani rode Lean with Peppy Chex to a sixth-place finish in the CRI2* at Reining by the Bay. At the High Rollers Classic, he and Tinsel Jac were second in the CRI2*.

In 2011, Fappani rode Yellow Jersey to a secondplace finish at the NRBC. He began 2014 in a big way by winning the Sun Country CRI3* with Smoking Whiz. The pair then finished third in the CRI3* at the Kentucky Reining Cup, which served as the first round of the Adequan/USEF Open Reining National Championship and Selection Trial. Following the second and final round of the Championship and Selection Trial, Fappani and Smoking Whiz ended up in fourth place and earned a spot on the 2014 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games U.S. Reining Squad. He also finished in fifth place with Custom Cash Advance.

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ANDREA FAPPANI

LIFETIME EARNINGS $5,000,000+

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The Italian Reining Horse Association Futurity changes date: November 22-30, 2019

Roberto Cuoghi, president of the Italian Reining Horse Association (IRHA), announced that on March 5 the IRHA Board of Directors voted to change the dates of the 2019 IRHA/IRHBA/NRHA Futurity — held concurrently with the finals of the Italian Championship — to November 22-30.

The decision was made in accordance with the organizing committee and main partners of the event following the change of dates of the 2019 NRHA Futurity announced last week.

“Reining today is truly an international sport and I believe it would hurt our industry to host the finals of two of the world’s most important events on the same date,” said Cuoghi. “Following the decision made by NRHA to move the dates back, we took on the responsibility of doing our utmost to allow owners, breeders and European athletes to make their way to Oklahoma City for the NRHA Futurity finals. The response worldwide has been positive and I would like to thank the organizing committee and main partners of the event for accepting this challenge.”

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JORDAN LARS Some kids dream of being astronauts, firemen, or football stars.

“I’ve known since I could talk that I wanted to train horses,”

says Jordan Larson.

Realizing a lifelong dream is never easy, but becoming one of the very best is even harder. Jordan has done that – and more. At age 30, he became the youngest rider to earn $1 million in NRHA competition. Just four years later, his earnings surpassed $2 million.

Raised by a horse shoeing father and a horse showing mom, Jardan won his first reining class at age 10. He trained his first reiner at 14 while studying with Ken Eppers, shadow man to many of reinings’ elite $1 million trainers.

After high school, he teamed with NRHA Hall of Fame rider Doug Milholland. Then, he rounded out his education with Darren Stancik, soaking up the “West Coast” style of riding. Afterward, it was off to Texas, reining’s heartland, to train under the legendary Pete Kyle.

Striking out on his own in 2002, the young rider won an individual gold medal on Lena Gallo at the 2008 FEI World Reining Championship in Manerbio, Italy. His ascent to the elite ranks culminated in 2010 at the NRHA Futurity when he rode Michell Ann Kimball’s stallion Spooks Gotta Whiz to the open title.

In 2014, he returned on ARC Gunnabeabigstar owned

by HDC Quarter Horses to win the Futurity co-championship along with all-time NRHA money earner Shawn Flarida. Sandwiched in between was his victory at the 2013 NRHA Derby aboard HF Mobster for Heritage Farms of Ogden, Utah.

Throughout, Larson has approached his craft with discipline, devotion, and a sincere dedication to training and showing his clients’ horses to the very best of their and his own abilities. Backed by a team of professionals as dedicated as himself, he strives to make his own and others’ reining dreams come true.

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NRHA Elections and Rule Changes Important Dates for NRHA Elections and Rule Changes NRHA members have the opportunity to nominate members to represent their concerns and enthusiasm on the NRHA Board or Executive Committee. Members can also help guide the future of reining by giving input on 2020 rule change proposals. Read the following overview for more information on how you can get involved in the process!

2020 RULE CHANGE PROPOSAL SURVEY Read through this year’s rule change proposals in the March NRHA Reiner magazine or online in the Members Only section of nrha.com!

Want to share your opinion? Take the member survey by April 15 to have your opinions shared with the NRHA Board of Directors! The board will vote in late April and results will be posted online and in the NRHA Reiner for all members to see.

SEATS UP FOR ELECTION & NOMINATION DEADLINES Director-at-Large on the Executive Committee August 1 – Deadline to submit write-in candidates for seat Director for North American Regions (One per region): July 1 – NRHA Affiliate nomination deadline for candidates August 1 – Deadline to submit write-in candidates for any of these positions South Central – Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Texas, and Louisiana North Central – North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa and Nebraska Northeast – Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, New York, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and District of Columbia Northwest – California*, Idaho*, Oregon, and Washington East Central – Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, West Virginia, and Tennessee VIEW THE ELECTION PROCEDURES FOR MORE DETAILS *If a member lives in this state and designates an affiliate for the Affiliate Regional Championships qualifying in that region, the member will be given voting privileges for that region. If the member lives in this state and does not designate an affiliate, voting privileges will be given as follows: California and Idaho - Northwest region; Nevada - Southwest region.

NRHA COMMITTEE INTEREST FORM If a director position isn’t quite your style, you might consider serving on an NRHA Committee. Complete and submit a Committee Interest Form to be considered. More details on NRHA Committees can be found in the Members Only section of nrha.com.

MAY 31 - HALL OF FAME NOMINATION DEADLINE! Know Someone Who Should be in the Hall of Fame?

Many individuals—human and equine—have contributed to the growth of reining and the NRHA. Exceptional contributors are recognized through the NRHA Hall of Fame. Know of someone who is deserving? Submit their appropriate application at nrha.com/forms!

Nominations must be in the office by May 31!

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SHAWN FLARIDA

Hometown: Springfield, Ohio

February 25, 2018 – Jacksonville, FL – Fresh off his $6 Million Dollar accomplishment at the 2017 NRHA Futurity, Shawn was right back in the winners circle at the 2018 Florida Classic. He rode the always impressive Luckie Moonstone (Spooks Gotta Gun X My Lucky Moonstone), owned by Jason Dobrinski, to with the Level 4 Open Derby with an impressive score of 230.5! This horse has been a winner for Shawn since he was a futurity horse. They won the composite of the first two go rounds at the 2016 NRHA Futurity with a 445 and finished strong in the finals. Watch his run here https://www. youtube.com/watch?v=VL8A3G8ntOo&sns=fb

Shawn Flarida Hits the Record Books Once Again After another successful year at the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) & Adequan® North American Affiliate Championship Show, Shawn Flarida has crossed yet another milestone in the NRHA history books—becoming NRHA’s first Six Million Dollar Rider.

Shawn Flarida knew from a very young age that he wanted to train horses. Upon graduating from high school in 1988, he went to work for his brother, Mike Flarida, who already was running a successful business as a reining trainer.

Flarida has won five NRHA Open Futurity championships, as well as eleven All-American Quarter Horse Congress Futurity titles. He is the all-time NRHA leading money earner, and the only NRHA Five Million Dollar Rider.

Throughout the 1990s, Flarida won many championships, including the NRHA Derby Limited Open Reserve Championship in 1991 and 1993. He won his first big paycheck when he was fifth in the NRHA Open Futurity on Peponitas Mr, and he won the All-American Quarter Horse Congress on Dunnits Easter Bunny in 1994, for the first of eight times.

In 2002, Flarida represented the U.S. at the FEI World Equestrian Games in Jerez, Spain, on San Jo Freckles. He returned home a Team and Individual Gold medalist.

During 2004, Flarida again found success in Europe. He collected the World Reining Trophy Reserve Champion title, the Reining Challenge Open Championship in Kreuth, Germany, and the Americana Reserve title in Augsburg, Germany.

In 2006, Flarida began a streak of collecting both Champion and Reserve honors at the same show. At the Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic, he won with Walla Walla Whiz and was second riding Western Whiz. That same year, he also won his first NRBC Championship on Einsteins Revolution.

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2008 was a huge year for Flarida. He was the first person to win first and second at the National Reining Breeders Classic.

Aboard Wimpys Little Chic, Flarida won the NRHA Futurity, the NRBC, and the NRHA Derby – the first time this had ever been done. It was also in 2008 that Flarida became the firstever NRHA Three Million Dollar Rider.

2009 played out to be another great year for Flarida, as he was second in the USEF National Championship on KR Lil Conquistador. The pair also won the CRI2* at the Kentucky Cup Reining event in July. On Smart Spook, Flarida won the CRI2* at the Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic.

Flarida claimed victory in the 2010 Adequan/USEF Open Reining Championships riding RC Fancy Step with a total score of 446.5. He was also seventh at the same competition on Wimpys Little Chic. Riding RC Fancy Step, Flarida completed the 2010 season by winning the Team Gold medal at the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games in Lexington, Ky. Flarida had outstanding 2011 and 2012 seasons. He started 2011 with a fifth-place finish at the National Reining Breeders Classic with KR Lil Conquistador, and nine days later the pair won the Kentucky Reining Cup CRI5*. Flarida returned to the Ariat Kentucky Reining Cup on Wimps Chocolate Chip in 2012, piloting the horse to Flarida’s second straight victory at the event. He continued his winning ways at the Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic. With Shiners Chic, he won the USEF Open Qualifier and the 2012 Adequan/USEF National Open Reining Championship.

2013 was another winning year for Flarida. Kicking things off at the Kentucky Reining Cup, he and Wimps Quixote Cody took top honors in the CRI3*. The pair’s score of 226.5 helped Team Ariat Boots win the Team CRI3* Open FEI Reining competition. Flarida returned to Kentucky in July and claimed another CRI3* victory with RC Fancy Step. The pair then took the All-American Quarter Horse Congress by storm, collecting another CRI3* win.

Flarida began 2014 in a big way at the Kentucky Reining Cup. With Spooks Gotta Whiz, he claimed his third consecutive win at the Kentucky Reining Cup, earning top honors in the CRI3*, which served as the first round of the Adequan/USEF Open Reining National Championship and Selection Trial. To top off the weekend, Flarida maintained his excellent form in the second round and won the National Championship and Selection Trial, claiming the Adequan/USEF Open Reining National Championship title and earning himself a spot on the 2014 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games U.S. Reining Squad.

Flarida and his wife, Michelle, have three children, Cody, Courtney, and Sam. The family runs a successful training business in Springfield, Ohio.

LIFETIME EARNINGS $6,000,000+

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CADE MCCUTCHEON

Hometown: Aubrey, Texas Birthday: 5/22/2000 At just 18 years old, Cade McCutcheon was named to the 2018 U.S. Reining Squad for the WEG, making him the youngest ever U.S. athlete to represent reining at the competition.

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In March, McCutcheon finished third at the USEF Selection Trial and WEG Reining Test Event on a total score of 446 points aboard Custom Made Gun. A member of a family with a long line of prominent reiners, reining is in his blood. At age seven, McCutcheon made his reining debut in the first ever Short Stirrup class. By 10 years-old, he was showing in his first NRHA Non Pro Futurity. He is the son of NRHA million dollar riders Tom and Mandy McCutcheon and the grandson of NRHA multi-million dollar rider/NRHA Hall of Fame member Tim McQuay and NRHA Hall of Fame member Collen McQuay. McCutcheon joined his father, veteran WEG team member and gold medalist Tom McCutcheon, on the WEG team this year.

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DUANE LATIMER Duane Latimer: Canada’s Reining Royalty

As a National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) millionaire (having surpassed the $1 million rider NRHA lifetime earnings mark), NRHA Futurity Champion, the winner of six American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) World Championships, and two-time World Equestrian Game (WEG) individual medalist, Duane Latimer is a member of Canada’s reining royalty.

Growing up in Saskatchewan with a horse trainer for a father, and a mother who was also involved with horses, Duane was competing in reining classes at an early age, winning his first class when he was just 12 years old.

The family moved to Alberta when Duane was 16, and was instrumental in promoting reining within the province and beyond.

“There wasn’t much reining when we moved out [there],” Duane said.

“It was more cow horse oriented.”

From a very early age, Duane knew that he wanted to reach the top of his chosen sport, so he made the decision to move south to the US, where there were more opportunities. In 1992, while he and his wife, Wendy, were waiting to receive their “resident alien” cards for the US, they moved to Italy for three years, where Duane found work with a reining trainer. Eventually they moved to the States, and are now based in Ardmore, Oklahoma.

Although Duane has scored many victories over the years, several stand out as being particularly memorable. In 2003, he won the NRHA Futurity aboard The Great Whiz. That same year Duane became the fourth individual to become a NRHA Million Dollar Rider, and also broke the record of oneyear earnings, previously held by American Shawn Flarida, with an annual earning of over $300,000. His total NRHA Earnings exceed $1.8 million, making him one of the most successful Canadian reiners in history.

The crowning glory of Duane’s reining career to date is his Individual Gold medal at the 2006 WEG in Aachen, Germany which he earned with a flawless performance aboard Hang Ten Surprize. Latimer describes the stallion as “an incredibly good minded horse – which is what you need for these international competitions.” Duane also helped Canada clinch the Team Silver medal.

Duane returned to the WEG in 2010 in Kentucky and took home another individual WEG medal for Canada, this one bronze, riding Dun Playin Tag, a 2004 Quarter Horse gelding.

With Individual Gold and Team Silver WEG medals under his belt, Duane’s next goal is to bring home a Team Gold medal for Canada. In 2010 Duane Latimer Wins Canada’s First Medal at WEG. More recently Duane has had wins in the followingModern Gun and Duane Latimer Crowned 2018 NRBC Level 4 Open Champions and the The Hollywoodstinseltown Open Futurity at The Tulsa Reining Classic on Saturday, held at Expo Square in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Big stops, fast spins and flashy horses were showcased in the open futurity in the Ford Truck Arena where 116 entries battled for championship honors.

Duane Latimer turned in a crowd-pleasing run to score a 222.5 aboard Oh Starry Nite for owner XCS Ranch to claim the Hollywoodstinseltown Level 4 Open Futurity championship. Oh Starry Nite is 2015 mare by Gunners Special Nite and out of Chic Olena Starbuck and earned $15,116 for her efforts in the futurity.

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2019 Global Youth Reining Cup

By Simona Diale

On Saturday, May 25, 2019 the inaugural NRHA Category 11 approved Invitational Global Youth Reining Cup will be held during the Italian Reining Horse Association (IRHA) Derby. CremonaFiere will once again be host to the IRHA Derby held in conjunction with the Salone del Cavallo Americano.

The invitational competition is open to riders ages 1218 holding an NRHA Youth Membership and is open to horses any breed/any age.

Each country will be represented by one youth rider and each affiliate shall govern its system for rider qualification and will submit the name of the youth rider representing his/her country by April 30, 2019.

Competitors from outside Europe will ride horses generously made available by owners and the draw

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— in order to comply to the Italian Equestrian Sports Federation (FISE) rules and regulations — will draw a horse 10 (ten) days prior to the competition.

Horses will be available for non- European competitors to ride on May 22.

"I am thrilled to see this dream come true for so many youth riders around the world ," said Joao Marcos of Cardinal Reining Horses. "It is a wonderful opportunity for our sport and we look forward to hosting youth from Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Paraguay, Uruguay, USA and possibly Australia, Canada and Japan. I would like to thank Roberto Cuoghi [IRHA and NRHA European Council president] for his collaboration and support."

Italy has been host to many an international competition organized by IRHA and, for Cuoghi, the Global Youth Reining Cup is yet another event that will make history. "It is an honor to be able to host the Global Cup in Italy and I look forward to welcoming youth from around the world to Cremona," he said.

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CRAIG SCHMERSAL NRHA Four Million Dollar Rider

The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) sends congratulations to its newest NRHA Four Million Dollar Rider: Craig Schmersal. Schmersal qualified three horses for the NRHA Open Futurity Finals this past weekend –Ladysdreamofblueeyes, The Star Jersey, and Pale Quistador – to reach the next level in his career.

On Ladysdreamofblueeyes, owned by Tim J. Anderson, Schmersal placed fourth in the level (L) 4 open division. He also rode Anderson’s The Star Jersey and Pale Quistador, owned by B S Syndicate, winning nearly $80,000 in all. His added winnings have secured him a spot on the short list of riders who have earned in excess of four million dollars in official NRHA earnings alongside Shawn Flarida and Andrea Fappani.

Schmersal, an NRHA Professional and Judge, has competed in NRHA events since 1988. The Scottsdale, Arizona resident has moved through the NRHA ranks over the years, starting with his first show as a youth in Pennsylvania. He quickly became a name in the industry and a perennial major event finalist, along with the help of his wife Ginger.

Some of Schmersal’s major NRHA achievements include: 2002 FEI World Equestrian Games Team Gold medalist and 2005 FEI World Reining Masters CRI-A Open Champion Tidal Wave Jack (owned by B S Syndicate) 2004 NRHA Derby Open Champion on Commanders Nic (owned by Craig and Ginger Schmersal) 2008 CRI-A Open USEF National Champion riding Mr Dual Rey (owned by Holly Casey) 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games Team Gold and Individual Silver medalist, as well as 2010 National Reining Breeders Classic Open Champion on Mister Montana Nic (owned by Boom Shernic Syndicate) 2011 FEI World Reining Finals and Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic CRIO-A Champion on Miss Lil Addy Tude (owned by KC Performance Horses, LLC) 2014 All American Quarter Horse Congress Futurity Champion on Xtra Electric Meter (owned by Eric Unger) 2017 NRHA Futurity Champion on Face The Attitude (owned by Hickory Creek Ranch, LLC)

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LIFETIME EARNINGS $4,000,000+

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Attractive purse in Bronze Trophies and Maturities

AMERICANA 2019, Sept 4-8 Messe Augsburg, Germany €40,000-added Bronze Trophy Open Reining

For many years, the decision of the NRHA World Champion was made in the AMERICANA Bronze Trophy, and this event is still a must for those who are fighting for the World Championship. In 2017, NRHA 2 Million Dollar Rider Bernard Fonck claimed the Open Trophy aboard What A Wave – those who watched his spectacular performance, which earned a 231, during the evening show will certainly not forget it. And the two finished the year as NRHA Open World Champion.

In 2019, the AMERICANA Bronze Trophy Open will offer a purse of €40,000-added – plus a €7,000-added Intermediate Open. The final will be during the Friady evening show – another reason why top reiners love AMERICANA. Where else in Europe can you ride in front of 5,000 spectators?

This year, there will also be a €10,000-added Non Pro and a €7,000-added Intermediate Non Pro plus a €5,000-added Maturity Open and a €4,000-added Maturity Non Pro. European Championship Cutting and ERCHA Futurity Another main attraction of AMERICANA are the cattle classes.

There is the European Championship Cutting Open with a purse of €12,000-added plus the €6,000-added Non Pro European Championship. In 2017, it was Italian cutter Martina Annovazzi who claimed the Open title aboard Highbrow Time scoring a 154 in the final.

Another fine discipline which is seldom seen at a show in Germany is the Reined Cow Horse – a discipline which has always been inseparable from AMERICANA. Here, the first ERCHA European Reined Cow Horse Futurity was organized. And ever since, the ERCHA Futurity has been part of AMERICANA every two years.

This year, the Futurity offers a purse of €17,000-added. Also, there will be a €9,000-added ERCHA Nations Cup (team and individual ranking).

€5,000-added each in Trail and Ranch Riding Open, for the first time with Ranch Riding Non Pro

AMERICANA also offers top class sport in Trail and Ranch Riding with a €5,000-added European Championship Trail and a €5,000-added European Championship Ranch Riding Open. Also, there will be a €3,000-added Ranch Riding Non Pro. The European Championship Ranch Riding will be held in a go-round plus a final which will be part of the Friday evening show.

For riders, AMERICANA will start on September 1. The competition schedule will be online starting mid-March. In May, entry forms will be available on www.americana.de.

Order your tickets for the evening shows now Tickets for the AMERICANA evening shows and events are available on www.americana.de or by calling -49 (0)1806 – 999 000.

Tickets for the evening shows should be ordered well in advance – they will sell out quickly! Tickets for the Friday and the Saturday evening shows include entry during the day as well. Tickets for Wednesday and Thursday night are available either with or without day entry. Also, there is a whole show pass which includes all evening shows plus the events on Wednesday and Thursday and entry to the fair during all days.

Contact: AFAG Messen und Ausstellungen GmbH Winfried Forster phone. +49 (0) 821 – 5 89 82 – 143 / fax +49 (0) 821 – 5 89 82– 243 winfried.forster@afag.de / www.americana.de As Europe’s premier western event offering a considerable purse, AMERICANA has long been the meeting point of top riders of all disciplines. Enjoy the unique atmosphere of this prestigious event, and compete to earn your share of the winnings this year!

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NRHA Globalizes Youth Involvement

NRHA Youth Council Expands to Europe The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) and the Reining Horse Foundation (RHF) recognize the importance of growth in the reining industry. That expansion is fueled largely by the next generation of reiners—our youth riders. To support young reiners around the globe, NRHA has expanded the youth program globally by launching an inaugural Youth Council in Europe.

Since 2001, the National Reining Horse Youth Association (NRHyA) has facilitated the development of our sport’s future leaders. NRHyA members enjoy opportunities to benefit from college scholarships, youth awards and incentives, and guidance from top NRHA Professionals while making lifelong friendships and having fun along the way. Youth programs expand beyond arena-based competition; youths can enhance their futures through a variety of opportunities with NRHyA. Many of today’s top reining trainers and non pros have participated in youth competition or benefited from NRHyA leadership and scholarship opportunities, citing those offerings as major influences in their development as riders and students.

NRHyA’s five core programs, which were designed specifically to develop and enhance the sport of reining, expanded worldwide in 2005. This explosion of growth continues with the 2019 European Youth Council. Incorporating an international Youth Council allows NRHyA to mold the program to represent the needs of young reiners on every continent.

“I’m absolutely delighted that in two short years we’ve built an active European youth scene with top-

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10 awards and now the first ever European Youth Council,” said Francesca Sternberg, chair of the European Youth Committee. “I’m so excited to see what this vibrant, enthusiastic, multinational group brings to NRHA, and I’m sure the future of reining is in great hands. I’d also like to thank the RHF for their support and generosity with the top-10 awards, helping to recognize our youths worldwide.”

The European Youth Council is made up of dedicated NRHA members who tirelessly work for the betterment of NRHyA opportunities in Europe and elsewhere. Current members of this group are Francesca Sternberg (Chair)(United Kingdom), Gisela Haas (Netherlands), Agnes Csolle (Hungary), Jane Muir (United Kingdom), Borys Pardus (Poland), and Manon Giraud (France).

The individuals who will serve on the 2019 NRHA European Youth Council include: President: George Sternberg Allen (United Kingdom) Vice President: Nimroid Vannietvelt (Belgium) Treasurer: Lisa Werdaner (Italy) Secretary: Pia Boonstoppel (Netherlands) Historian: Nanina Staub (Switzerland) Additional Historian: Erin Wielsma (Netherlands) As these budding leaders begin their new pursuit, digital communication has served as a launchpad for their progress. In April, the Council will host its first face-to-face meeting at the 2019 NRHA European Futurity in Cremona, Italy. At this event, NRHA will also facilitate a youth meeting, as well as a possible youth party and fundraising. For more information on NRHyA, visit nrhya.com.

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FRANCO BERTOLANI Franco Bertolani - Head Trainer at Cardinal Reining Horses Brazilian native and NRHA Professional Franco Bertolani is head trainer for Cardinal Reining Horses. Franco, who first came to the United States in 1990, has NRHA lifetime earnings of over $1,000,000. His recent accomplishments include winning the 2016 NRHA Open L4 Futurity Reserve Championship, the 2016 AQHA Congress Open L4 Futurity Championship and the 2016 Tulsa Classic Open L4 Futurity- all on Dun It For Whizkey, owned by Cardinal Ranch. In 2015 he won the NRHA Open Level 4 Futurity (after a runoff!) on Inferno Sixty Six, owned by Slide or Die, LLC.

In 2013 , Bertolani won the NRHA Open Level 3 Derby Championship, 2013 High Roller Reining Classic Open Level 3 & 4 Derby Championships, and the 2014 Cactus Classic Open Level 4 Derby Championship. At the 2014 NRHA Futurity he rode Slide or Die LLC’s stallion Chexmaster to the high composite score going into the finals. Franco’s wife, Italian Giorgia Codeluppi, oversees the daily breeding operations at Cardinal Reining Horses.

You can learn more about Franco Bertolani by visiting his Facebook page: www.facebook.com/pages/Franco-Bertolan

Cardinal Reining Horses

Dedicated to the Global Pursuit of Reining Perfection

Located on 200 lush acres in Aubrey, Texas, Cardinal Reining Horses is an elite reining horse operation quickly moving to the forefront of the performance horse industry. The facility was purchased summer of 2013 by Joao Marcos. A native of Brazil, Joao Marcos is fully committed to supporting and developing the sport of reining on an international level.

Home of the Legacy Sale each October, Cardinal Ranch features the largest private covered arena in the world, first class show barn, 200+ stalls, and a state of the art breeding operation with a full time veterinarian. Shortly after purchasing the ranch, Joao Marcos worked with NRHA Million Dollar Rider Tom McCutcheon to purchase a group of broodmares and nearly 40 of their offspring by leading stallions. This stellar group includes some of the best performers and producers in the performance horse industry.

Cardinal Ranch exemplifies international ties developing throughout the reining industry, and serves as the training base for head trainer Franco Bertolani a Brazilian native and NRHA Million Dollar Rider.

Whether you’re looking for your next reining horse, or simply want to learn more about the reining horse industry, please feel free to contact Cardinal Reining Horses—we would love to hear from you (940) 382-4400!

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Identification Methods:

Horse Microchips

What American Quarter Horse owners need to know about the AQHA Microchip Pilot Project.

By Becky Newell

Since 1994, Louisiana has required that all horses be microchipped as part of a push to eradicate equine infectious anemia. It wasn’t until 2005 that the state found another benefit to the microchips.

Dr. Lenz reads a microchip (Credit: Tracy Allard)

After hurricanes Katrina and Rita in 2005, roughly 400 horses were displaced in Louisiana. Thanks to mandatory microchipping, authorities scanned those horses and returned nearly all of them to their owners.

Quarter Horse, the advantages to implanting a microchip in your horse just make sense. Now you have the opportunity to learn more about microchipping, get your horse microchipped and have that ID number added to his permanent record in AQHA’s database.

A microchip, about the size of a grain of rice, contains a 15-digit numerical code unique to that horse. The number can never be altered.

The ID numbers are like an automobile’s VIN number and provide a reliable way to verify a horse’s identity. In horses, the microchip is implanted into the nuchal ligament in the neck, using a syringe-like device.

This spring, AQHA launched the AQHA Microchip Pilot Project, which consists of reaching out to educate members, owners, breeders, trainers, show managers and others on the benefits of microchipping, and teaching how to properly microchip a horse.

Regardless of where you live or what you do with your American

Dr. Tom Lenz, a strong advocate for animal welfare, biosecurity and livestock traceability, says microchipping improves consumer confidence and validates breed integrity. Dr. Lenz is also the chairman of the AQHA Microchip Task Force.

He adds that if a horse is microchipped, then you scan it and compare the chip number to the microchip ID number that’s on its registration certificate and know you’re dealing with the right horse.

Even if owners who don’t show or race their horses can see benefits from microchipping, such as helping them recover their horses in case of natural disaster or theft.

Is your horse microchipped? Do you have a microchip success story to tell? Tell us about it and your experience might be used for a future article in The American Quarter Horse Journal.

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TOM MCCUTCHEON

An Industry Leader- both in and outside the show pen. Tom McCutcheon is one of the reining industry’s leading riders, with lifetime earnings exceeding $1.84 Million. His accolades include an NRBC Open Championship, NRBC Reserve Championship, two National Reining Horse Association Derby Reserve Championships, Tradition Open Futurity Champion, SWRHA Open Futurity Champion, multiple NCRHA Open Futurity Championships and multiple NRHA Futurity Finalist.

On the International stage, Tom is a 2-time USET ReiningChampionship winner. As a member of the 2002 USA Reining Team at the World Equestrian Games in Jerez, Spain, Tom helped Team USA bring home the Gold. Along with the Team Gold, Tom brought home the Individual Silver Medal aboard Consquistador Whiz. Tom again joined the team in Aachen, Germany in 2006 as the teams alternate.

In 2010, Tom joined the team one more time, this time aboard Gunners Special Nite, owned by Turnabout Farm. This time Tom brought home both the Individual Gold as well as being a part of the Gold Medal Team. Once again in 2014 Tom joined the squad that represented the USA at the World Equestrian Games, this time along side his wife Mandy.

Additional honors include being named The United States Equestrian Federation 2010 Equestrian of the Year, and bestowed the honor of 2010 USEF Horse of the Year to Gunners Special Nite.

Tom and his wife Mandy McCutcheon, own and operate Tom McCutcheon Reining Horses, Inc., one of the premier reining training, breeding, and rehabilitation facilities in the United States, located in Aubrey, Texas. Mandy, as well as their son Cade and daughter Carlee, are all accomplished equestrians.

The horse business is very much a family affair for The McCutcheons. Born into the performance horse business in western Wisconsin, Tom joins his father and three brothers as a professional horse trainer.

Tom McCutcheon serves as a member of the USEF High Performance Committee, a member of the NRHA Executive Committee, and the NRHA Investment Committee.

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In addition to their breeding, training and rehabilitation business, the McCutcheons have launched an equestrian news, entertainment, and training website, www.VirtualHorseHelp.com.

Tom McCutcheon’s Virtual Horse Help brings to the public the opportunity to experience first hand behind the scenes of the performance horse industry, what goes on around the ranch with Team McCutcheon, and personal interviews with other top trainers in the Reining Horse industry, as well as Hunters and Jumpers, Dressage, Western Pleasure, Roping, Cutting, Trail, Polo, and any other discipline you may want to find out about.

Show Pen Accomplishments:

NRHA $1 Million Dollar Rider NRHA LTE: $1,700,000+ as of 6/17 2016 NRBC Open Reserve Champion 2015 NCRHA Futurity Open Champion & Reserve Champion 2014 NCRHA Futurity Open Champion 2013, 2014, 2015 NRHA Derby & Futurity Finalist 2012 AQHA Reserve World Champion 2011 FEI World Reining Finals Champion 2011 NRHA Top 20 Open Rider 2010 USEF Equestrian of the Year 2010 Kentucky Cup Champion 2002, 2006, 2010 & 2014 World Equestrian Games Team 2010 World Equestrian Games Individual Gold Medalist 2002 World Equestrian Games Individual Silver Medalist 2x NRHA Derby Open Reserve Champion 2002 Tradition Open Futurity Champion 2002 NRHA Saddlesmith Open Champion

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NRHA and Markel Saddle Up for 2019 NRHA Derby

Anticipation builds for the 2019 National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) Derby as NRHA and Markel Insurance, a long-standing NRHA Corporate Partner, gear up for one of the largest reining events of the year.

Coming to Oklahoma City, June 15-23, the NRHA Derby boasts a total purse and cash prize amount exceeding an estimated $1 million.

Running for one week each summer, the NRHA Derby showcases the world’s best 4-, 5-, and 6-year-old reining horses and their riders. Thousands of exhibitors, horses, and spectators travel to Oklahoma City each year to compete, watch, and shop to their hearts’ content.

Hosting an event of this caliber requires support from a remarkable organization, and Markel Insurance, a dedicated NRHA Corporate Partner for over 25 years, has stepped up to the task. With over 50 years of expertise insuring horses and horse-related businesses, Markel pioneered many of the equine coverage options available today. Their insurance products include horse mortality, private horse owner liability, farm/ranch property, and commercial equine liability. Customers can even purchase equine insurance 24 hours a day through the company’s online platform. Markel’s cutting-edge offerings and unparalleled service to the horse industry makes their partnership with NRHA natural.

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service to NRHA members,” says Don Faison, Markel’s Managing Director.

“It seems like only yesterday when the partnership began with Markel and NRHA,” added Frank Costantini, Markel’s Director of Western Disciplines. “Twenty-five years speaks to the strength and commitment of both organizations, and most importantly the loyalty of the members, whose support has allowed the relationship to grow to where it is today.”

Undoubtedly, Markel’s impact on NRHA membership goes far beyond the NRHA Derby. As a provider of immediate “fall of the hammer” mortality coverage for sale consignments, Markel also proudly sponsors the NRHA Markel Insurance Futurity Sales which include the Select Yearling, Marketplace, and Futurity Prospect sales.

“Markel’s extended partnership and deeper level of commitment as the NRHA Derby Presenting Sponsor is another reason why Markel is very dear to NRHA. We are excited to continue working side-by-side with the team at Markel for many years to come,” says Sammi Miller, Director of Corporate Relations for NRHA. Markel is the official provider of NRHA Equine Insurance not only in the U.S., but worldwide. Their Global Partner status includes sponsorship of the NRHA European Futurity, Derby, and Affiliate Championships.

This stands as a testament of Markel’s firm commitment to staying in the horse industry for the long haul.

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Born and raised in Southern California, Matt began riding horses at an early age. He enjoyed a successful career as a youth rider, earning multiple championships throughout California in a variety of disciplines including western pleasure, horsemanship and trail. In 1996 he switched his focus to reining and a few years later established his own training operation in Scottsdale, Arizona. He trains and shows futurity and derby horses and also coaches several successful non-pro and youth riders.

One of his most memorable accomplishments was winning the 2006 USEF Open Reining Championship on Easy Otie Whiz in Lexington, Kentucky. With a career-high score of 231.5, that ride qualified him to be a member of Team USA that proudly brought home the gold medal from the World Equestrian Games (WEG) in Aachen, Germany.

Matt is consistently ranked on the NRHA Top Twenty Professionals Riders list and has NRHA lifetime earnings of over $850,000. He is regularly a finalist at major NRHA events and has received several titles including NRHA Intermediate Open Futurity Reserve Champion as well as multiple titles at the National Reining Breeders Classic (NRBC). He has also earned several large futurity and derby titles including RMRHA Summer Slide, High Roller Reining Classic, SWRHA Futurity and NRHA Cowtown Classic. In addition to his youth, skill and natural riding ability, he is well known for his professionalism, showmanship, and charismatic personality.

Consequently, he is in high demand for clinics in the United States, Europe and Mexico.

Matt considers his family as his most important partner including his wife, Karen and children Ryan, Alec and Emma. In his free time, Matt enjoys spending time with his family and playing basketball and golf.

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Auburn Equestrian Repeats as National Champions

Auburn University goes undefeated in 2018-19 season captures the 2019 National Collegiate Equestrian Association collegiate championship in a repeat from 2018.

By Jill J. Dunkel

That’s the best way to describe the margins of victory April 20 at the National Collegiate Equestrian Association National Championships. After four days of bracket-style competition, the championship round saw competitive rides in the team and event finals, with the reining and horsemanship titles coming down to tie-breakers, and a one-point margin of victory deciding the team competition.

The morning kicked off with SEC rivals Auburn University and the University of Georgia once again going head-to-head for the team title. Georgia prevailed on the western side, 5-2, winning horsemanship, 3-1, and reining, 2-1, after Terri June Granger from Auburn and Annabeth Payne of Georgia tied for the last reining point. However, Auburn’s hunt seat team sealed the repeat win for the Tigers with a 6-2 victory and a total team score of 8-7.

Auburn, which sat at the No. 1 position all year, remained undefeated for the 2018-19 season.

“This is a team who I thought from the get-go deserved it. We watched them develop as a team be undefeated all the way to this point. We knew it was within our reach,” said Auburn head coach Greg Williams. “It’s truly an honor to be with them, and it’s been an amazing journey.”

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After the close loss in the team competition, Georgia’s western riders had to saddle up and compete again – this time in the event finals.

In horsemanship, Georgia battled with Texas Christian University to a 2-2 tie. The raw score tiebreaker gave the Bulldogs the title with 887.5 points compared to the Horned Frogs’ 881.

The reining event final was even closer, with Georgia taking on Southern Methodist University. After four rides, the teams were knotted at 2-2. The edge went to the Bulldogs with 845.5 in raw score, compared to the Mustang’s 841.5. The win also gave the western team championship to Georgia.

Georgia Assistant Coach Sara Parr said the day was a rollercoaster of emotion, first losing a close race with Auburn for the team title, and then refocusing to capture two event championships in the same day.

“It was a long day,” she said. “I’m really proud of this team how they stayed together and kept battling, and in the end it worked out in our favor.”

Complete coverage of the event is available at collegiateequestrian. com.

A complete list of winners and individual rider honors: Team Champions: Auburn

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CASEY DEARY

LIFE TIME EARNINGS: $1,781,901 MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS 2017 NRHA Open Derby Champion 2016 NRHA Level 4 Open Derby Champion 2015 NRHA Open Futurity Champion 2015 Las Vegas High Roller Reining Classic Open Futurity Champion 2015 National Reiners Breeders Classic Reserve Champion 2014 Las Vegas High Roller Reining Classic Open Futurity Champion 2014 NRHA Open Futurity Finalist, 4th 2013 Tulsa Ariat Reining Classic Open Champion 2012 NRHA Open Futurity Champion 2012 Las Vegas High Roller Reining Classic Open Futurity Champion 2011 Las Vegas High Roller Reining Classic Open Futurity Champion 2011 NRHA Cowtown Classic Novice Horse Open Derby Champion 2009 Reining by the Bay Intermediate Open Derby Champion 2005 NRHA Limited Open Futurity Champion 2005 NRHA Intermediate Open Reserve Champion

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ABBY LENGEL Born in November of 1990 Hometown: Burlington, CO From Eastern Colorado, Abby began taking reining lessons from Drake Johnson at age 9 and was hooked on the sport. It wasn’t until age 17 that she had saved up enough money to purchase her first reining horse and pay the way to her first NRHA event. Lengel trained her own non-pro horses under the guidance of trainer, Drake Johnson.

In the non-pro divisions, she accumulated earnings of over $72,000 before become an open rider in 2014.

Abby began working for Casey Deary on January 6th, 2014 and worked on the Deary ranch for 5 years before going out on her own in December, 2018. -LTE $224,887.23 “I am truly blessed to have so many great people that believe in me and want to do everything they can to help me become a better rider, trainer and person.” Abby completed her associates degrees at Laramie County Community College in Cheyenne, WY, and finish up with a Bachelors in Equine Industry and Business degree from West Texas A&M University.

“I thank God for giving me this great passion for horses, and I know that he has a plan for me.” ~That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong. 2 Corinthians 12:10. ~Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, with whom there is no change or shifting shadow. James 1:17 Recent highlights: Open Finalist levels 2 & 3 at the 2016 NRHA Derby and 2017 NRBC 2017 NRBC Level 2 Open Derby Champion and Level 3 Open Derby Reserve Champion 2017 High Roller Reining Classic Level 2 Open Derby Champion 2017 APHA Paint World Open Level 2 Derby Champion

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May 30- June 2, 2019 - BURBANK, CA

The Charity Event When? Saturday June 1, 2019

at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center What? A day of horses, riding, music and fun all benefiting charity.

General Schedule:

The Arena Show: 5:30pm – 6:30pm. FREE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Dinner: 7:00pm – 9:30pm. TICKETS REQUIRED (Doors open at 6:45pm) Who? Check back will be performing at the 2019 Hollywood Charity Horse Show dinner!

Each year during our dinner celebration we have a named musical guest performer. Past guests have included:

Where?

Jim Belushi Kevin Cronin Wynonna Judd Vince Gill Joe Walsh Sheryl Crow Randy Travis Lyle Lovett Brad Paisley Roadcase Royale Neal McCoy

The Los Angeles Equestrian Center 480 Riverside Burbank, California Ph: 818-840-9063 Ask any horse lover: the Los Angeles Equestrian Center is the premier equine facility of its kind. A pleasing and professionally operated multiuse facility in Southern California with everything the discerning horse owner and event organizer could ask for and more.

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ABOUT

It was back in the late 1980s that William Shatner first watched an exhibition by children who were so severely handicapped that some of them could not hold their head up, yet there they were going through intricate exercises on the back of a horse. The program was sponsored by Ahead With Horses, a therapeutic riding group for handicapped children. When the exhibition was over, Shatner sat, deeply affected by what he had seen. “You can’t watch these kids without knowing you have to help, somehow.” And so, in March of 1990 came the birth of the first Hollywood Charity Horse Show.

Soon, other charities in need of help were added, small, grass root charities doing big time jobs.

Today, the Priceline Hollywood Charity Horse Show, Sponsored

by Wells Fargo is an ongoing event that garners national press coverage. On one special Saturday evening each year, William and Elizabeth Shatner bring together world-class reining horses and riders in breathtaking slides and spins as they compete for top honors in their respective classes. Then, as the sun sets, the much anticipated auction and music show begins. For those unable to attend the event Mr. Shatner has cultivated a unique set of offerings for an online silent auction. The items appeal to a broad base of entertainment fans, not just Mr. Shatner’s fans but through the help of Mr. Shatner’s generous friends in the Entertainment Industry unique and signed items are provided all with the goal of raising as much money as possible for the charities benefited by this 501c3 organization.

The current year’s list of charities that the Hollywood Charity Horse Show supports can be found in the Charity Recipients section.

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Thank you Taylor Sheridan for the opportunity to show this great horse at the Cactus Reining Classic. He marked a 221.5 and pulled checks in the L3, L2, and L1 Open Derby. Thank you also to Cam Essick for the great shot.

Introducing our 2019 Futurity prospectHey Little Porsche owned by Charmain Sauro.

This filly was shown one handed in the bridle at the Del Mar National and marked a 145 for her first trip in the pen. We could not be more excited. Thank you Charmain and family for everything that you do and for your trust in our program! Can’t wait to see how the future pans out for this talented filly.

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AQHA West Level 1 Championships Rescheduled

Rescheduled for September 25-29 at the South Point Arena & Equestrian Center in Las Vegas.

“Many thanks to the Poker Rodeo Association Finals and Ranch Sorting of America, who agreed to move their event to April 23-25, 2020, so that we could reschedule the West Level 1,” said Craig Huffhines, AQHA executive vice president. “We are grateful they rescheduled their event and excited to still be able to host the 2019 AQHA West Level 1 Championship at the South Point Arena & Equestrian Center this year.”

The entry form and more information will be available at www.aqha.com/level1championships. Entries for the rescheduled show will be due August 30. Exhibitors will be able to move in on Monday, September 23, at noon and classes start Wednesday, September 25. A full tentative schedule for the rescheduled show is coming soon.

“AQHA appreciates Steve Stallworth and the South Point staff and management, in addition to the Poker Rodeo Association Finals and Ranch Sorting of America for their willingness to accommodate the AQHA West Level 1 Championships,” said AQHA Chief Show Officer Pete Kyle. “We understand the time and effort our exhibitors put into preparing for this show, and we are proud to be able to host it for 2019.”

Exhibitors who were entered to compete at the show in April will be refunded in full for their entries. Refunds will be made in the same payment method that was received.

For more information on all of the 2019 AQHA Level 1 Championships, visit www. aqha.com/level1championships.

Stay up to date with news and information on the rescheduled West Level 1 with the #AQHAWest hashtag on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook, as well as coverage from The American Quarter Horse Journal at www.aqha.com/level1championships.

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USDA Reaffirms Science-Based Decision Making at G20 Agricultural Chief Scientists Meeting

TOKYO, Japan, April 26, 2019 – Two of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s top scientists today reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to science-based decisionmaking at the G20 Agricultural Chief Scientists (MACS) meeting held this week in Tokyo.

Dr. Chavonda Jacobs-Young, USDA’s Acting Chief Scientist and Administrator of the Agricultural Research Service and Dr. Scott Hutchins, USDA’s Deputy Under Secretary for Research, Education, and Economics (REE), led the U.S. delegation. The United States has participated in MACS meetings since 2012.

“The G20 MACS brings together Agricultural Chief Scientists from around the world to deliberate on global agricultural research priorities,” Jacobs-Young said. “The

meetings have proven to be essential in advancing the science and technology dialogue on critical issues facing the agricultural sector.”

“I was pleased to see an affirmation of the role for science-based decision making for advancing global food production in the MACS communique,” Hutchins said.

“Globally, we are seeing an increase in the use of scientific information in policymaking and it is important that we remain vigilant in our risk assessment processes to ensure

that we continue to accelerate innovation in agriculture.”

Hutchins said the USDA was also pleased to see support for the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) implementation of electronic phytosanitary certification (ePhyto) in the MACS communique.

“Embracing technological solutions such as ePhyto is critical to supporting efforts to minimize the global spread of transboundary plant pests,” he said.

USDA Releases Report on Rural Broadband and Benefits of Next Generation Precision Agriculture WASHINGTON, April 30, 2019 – Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue today unveiled a groundbreaking report, A Case for Rural Broadband: Insights on Rural Broadband Infrastructure and Next Generation Precision Agriculture Technologies The report finds that deployment of both broadband e-Connectivity and Next Generation Precision Agriculture Technology on farms and ranches throughout the U.S. could result in at least $47 billion in national economic benefits every year.

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“Broadband and Next Generation Precision Agriculture are critical components for creating vital access to worldclass resources, tools and opportunity for America’s farmers, ranchers, foresters and producers,” Secretary Perdue said. “Under the leadership of President Trump, USDA is committed to doing our part to clear the way for nationwide broadband connectivity that will allow the next generation of precision agriculture technologies to thrive and expand.”

The report also finds that if broadband infrastructure and digital technologies at scale were available at a level that meets estimated producer demand, the U.S. economy could realize benefits equivalent to nearly 18 percent of total agriculture production. Of that 18 percent, more than one-third is dependent on broadband e-Connectivity, equivalent to at least $18 billion in annual economic benefits that only high-speed, reliable internet can provide.

For many years, USDA and the American agriculture

industry have been actively researching the feasibility, usage and potential upside of Next Generation Precision Agriculture technologies.

Until now though, the interdependency of these technologies and broadband e-Connectivity has not been evaluated. The report released today explores this symbiotic relationship and quantifies the potential economic benefit of broadband buildout and the complementary adoption of connected agriculture technologies.

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5 Facts About the Zoetis VRH World Get entered! Don’t miss out on the ranch horse event of the year; here are some fun facts you may not know about the Zoetis AQHA Versatility Ranch Horse World Championships, June 18-23 in Guthrie, Oklahoma.

The entry deadline for the 2019 Zoetis VRH World, Zoetis RHC Finals, Level 1 Cattle Championships and NRSHA National Championship is May 10.

April 24, 2019 | News and Publications , Showing , Ranching , Ranching | Ranch Sorting , Ranching , Ranching , Ranching heritage breeders program , Ranching events and shows , Championship shows , Ranching , Ranching , Working cow horse , Working ranch horse , Versatility ranch horse , Team roping , Team penning , Showing , Reining , Ranch riding , Cutting For the next three years, the Lazy E Arena in Guthrie, Oklahoma, will host the Zoetis AQHA Versatility Ranch Horse World Championships, Zoetis AQHA Ranching Heritage Challenge Finals and AQHA Level 1 Cattle Championships.

Edmond and Guthrie, there are a variety of activities to choose from in between your classes. Choose between dining at Gage’s Steakhouse located in a repurposed train station in the heart of Guthrie or explore the shops in downtown Edmond.

Variety of classes. At the Zoetis VRH World, Zoetis RHC Finals, Level 1 Cattle and National Ranch and Stock Horse Alliance National Championship Show, exhibitors can compete in an array of classes from ranch riding and reining to cow horse and ranch trail. There’s a class and division for every ranching exhibitor to compete in. Check out the tentative schedule of classes by visiting www.aqha.com/versatility. Click Schedule and see when it’s your turn for a shot at a championship title.

Participate in four different national events all under one roof.

Exhibitors have the opportunity to compete in four different national and world finals all in the same facility. Zoetis VRH World, Zoetis RHC Finals, Level 1 Cattle and NRSHA championships competitors all compete at the Lazy E Arena and have the option to compete in more than one show June 1823.

The entry deadline for the 2019 Zoetis VRH World, Zoetis RHC Finals, Level 1 Cattle Championships and NRSHA National Championship is May 10.

Exhibitors who attend the show in 2019 can expect the same fun atmosphere, scenic views and tight competition, but here are five fun facts you may not know about these ranch-horse shows:

Qualifiers for the Zoetis VRH World and Zoetis RHC Finals will receive their entry packets in the mail. Exhibitors who are eligible to compete at the Level 1 Cattle can fill out an entry form online at www.aqha.com/cattle and click ENTER.

Enjoy a chuck wagon breakfast. Be sure to stop by the AQHA Cook Team’s wagon outside of the Reliance Arena to pick up a hot breakfast before you compete. The wagon will begin serving at 6 a.m. and all exhibitors, visitors and staff are invited to eat.

To become eligible for the 2019 Zoetis AQHA Ranching Heritage Challenge Finals, Challenge-enrolled horses must have competed in at least one of the seven Ranching Heritage Challenges in 2018. For more information about the Zoetis AQHA Ranching Heritage Challenges, visit www.aqha.com/ ranching.

Explore the historic and scenic Lazy E Arena. At the Lazy E Arena, visitors are in the heart of the Lazy E Ranch, surrounded by green rolling hills and streams. Classes are placed next to the reservoir onsite to create an authentic ranch experience, synonymous to where ranch horses are bred, trained and worked. The Lazy E is also home to famous events such as the Cinch Timed Event Championship of the World and the National Little Britches Rodeo Association Finals. Famous equine athletes call the Lazy E home such as Corona Cartel, PYC Paint Your Wagon and Marfa Lights. Exhibitors are invited to take a stud barn tour to see these stallions as well as take a look at the Lazy E Ranch Breeding operation.

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This is the second year that the National Ranch and Stock Horse Alliance will have its national championship show in conjunction with the Zoetis VRH World. NRSHA classes are held concurrently with VRH classes. To learn more, go to www.ranchhorse.net. NRSHA exhibitors qualified for the NRSHA National Championship Show by competing in at least three alliance partner events between March 1, 2018, and February 28, 2019. Entries also are due May 10. For more information on qualifying for the 2020 National Championship Show, visit www.ranchhorse.net.

For information on the 2019 Zoetis VRH World, Zoetis RHC Finals, Level 1 Cattle and NRSHA championships, visit www. aqha.com/versatility.

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Toyon Ranch Signs Multi-Year Corporate Partnership with NRHA

The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) is delighted to introduce its newest corporate partner: Toyon Ranch. Additionally, Toyon Ranch, presenting donor of the Reining Horse Foundation (RHF’s) Sliders’ Night Out and the NRHA Affiliate Ambassador program, has expanded its support of reining as the new title sponsor of the NRHA Rookie of the Year award.

Toyon Ranch of Pilot Point, Texas, is owned

by John and Nancy Tague. The ranch focuses on breeding and bringing to market the highestquality reining prospects, pairing a diverse and proven band of mares with the world’s leading stallions.

The Tagues will accelerate Toyon Ranch’s dedication to reining, beginning at the grassroots level, as the new title sponsor of the NRHA Rookie of the Year award. The top 10 horseand-rider combinations, plus ties, from each of the Adequan® North American Affiliate Regional Championships (NAAC) will be eligible to compete in a clean-slate finals class for the Toyon Ranch NRHA Rookie of the Year title, saddle, trophy, buckle, and other awards at the NRHA Futurity and Adequan® NAAC. Refer to the NRHA Adequan® NAAC Conditions for complete details.

“Nancy and I are honored to partner with NRHA to support programs that symbolize the diversity of opportunities to become involved with reining, from those just starting to compete to the volunteers who make reining happen every weekend and even those that have reached a level of accomplishment to be recognized as Hall of Fame Members,” John Tague said.

“Most importantly, we remain deeply committed to supporting the Foundation and its mission to provide care and support for the community and honor the sport’s legacy.”

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Toyon Ranch partnered with RHF as the presenting donor of Sliders’ Night Out in 2018.

Sliders’ Night Out takes place during the NRHA Futurity and Adequan® NAAC and welcomes NRHA members and affiliates of all ages from all over the world. This annual fundraiser supports RHF, a 501(c)3 nonprofit with core programs including the Dale Wilkinson Memorial Crisis Fund, youth scholarship and leadership development, and perpetuation of the NRHA Hall of Fame.

“John and Nancy Tague’s passion for growing and promoting the sport of reining goes above and beyond. We are excited to partner with Toyon Ranch, and we value their support of NRHA!” said Sammi Miller, NRHA Senior Director of Corporate Relations and Communications.

Toyon Ranch has also committed as a sponsor of the Affiliate Ambassador program, which brings together a diverse community of reiners and aims to connect the global reining community on multiple levels. Each year, NRHA reaches out to affiliates around the world to identify individuals making an impact on reining. Affiliate Ambassadors are chosen from each of eight U.S. affiliate regions, plus those in Eastern and Western Canada, South America, Mexico, Europe, and Australia, by a special selection committee.

Those chosen are invited to attend, with a guest, Sliders’ Night Out during the world’s premier reining competition: the NRHA Futurity.

These special Affiliate Ambassadors are eligible for reimbursement of a portion of their travel costs, receive two complimentary reserved seats for Sliders’ Night Out, have their affiliate recognized in the commemorative program, and receive two complimentary admission badges to the NRHA Futurity.

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Ingmar De Vos Re-elected as FEI President

Ingmar De Vos was today re-elected unopposed as President of the FEI at the General Assembly in Manama (BRN), where he pledged to build on the success of his first term in office. The Belgian native received unanimous support for a second four-year term from delegates representing the FEI’s 133 National Federations.

It is the first time since 2002 that there has been an uncontested election for the FEI’s top role. The Belgian native is the 13th FEI President since the Federation was founded in 1921, and only the fourth to become an IOC Member.

“I believe in our sport, in our community and in our potential”, Ingmar De Vos said in a powerful acceptance speech after an extended standing ovation from the delegates. “These are exciting times for equestrian. We are growing, our fan base is diversifying and we have seven amazing and unique disciplines to promote – the sky really is the limit!

“Together – and this is the key word – together we can and we will continue to develop our sport and to attract new athletes, new fans and new sponsors. And we will do this by ensuring great sport, cutting edge formats and great products globally to showcase the unique attributes of our disciplines and our sport.

“One of my biggest priorities is to keep our community together and ensure we stand united, because this is how we can continue to drive the sport to new heights. We are all on this journey together. It is not the mission of one man but of a community and I am grateful to everyone in this room for all that we have achieved and all that we will go on to achieve.”

He gave a heartfelt vote of thanks to his wife Sabine and the couple’s four children for their unfailing support, before going on to thank his predecessor HRH Princess Haya al Hussein for her visionary leadership and his mentor, the late Jacky Buchmann, former President of the Belgian Equestrian Federation.

Shortly after his re-election, Ingmar De Vos received a letter of congratulations from IOC President Thomas Bach. “Your re-election is an affirmation of the outstanding contribution you have made to the world of equestrian sports during your first presidential term. The IOC greatly appreciates the long standing relationship with the FEI, and we trust that we will continue this teamwork in the lead up to the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 and beyond to Paris and Los Angeles. We also look forward to continuing the open dialogue with the FEI and working closely together in the ongoing development of your sport, your Federation and of your athletes.”

Under his leadership, the FEI has seen greater youth engagement and universality, continued improvements in governance within the FEI and its member Federations, and a major evolution in the Federation’s broadcast

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Ingmar De Vos (BEL) was unanimously re-elected as FEI President for the next four years at the FEI General Assembly in Manama (BRN) today. (FEI/Liz Gregg) and digital media strategy.

In his Presidential Programme for 2018-2022, A Roadmap for the Future, Ingmar De Vos has pledged to continue working within the five pillars on which he structured his first term, each with their own set of key commitments. The five pillars are Serving our Community; Sport: Our Core Business; Equestrian Sport in the Olympics; Solidarity: The Engine of Development; and Horses as our Partners.

Under the FEI’s constitution, a president can serve up to three fouryear terms. Ingmar De Vos was first elected in 2014 at the FEI General Assembly in Baku (AZE) after three years as FEI Secretary General at the FEI Headquarters in Lausanne (SUI).

De Vos (55), who was elected as an IOC Member in September 2017, is also a member of the Association of Summer Olympic International Federations (ASOIF) governance taskforce, a member of two IOC Commissions (Legal Affairs and Digital & Technology), and is on the board of the Belgian National Olympic Committee. Earlier this month he was appointed to the Global Association of International Sports Federations (GAISF) Council and as the GAISF representative on the 12-member World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Executive Committee, replacing the late Patrick Baumann in both roles. Mr De Vos will take up the WADA post on 1 January 2019.

More about Ingmar De Vos A Belgian native, Ingmar De Vos was born on 5 August 1963. He holds degrees in political science, and international and European law, and started his career as an advisor to the Belgian Senate. He joined the Belgian Equestrian Federation as managing director in 1990, and held the additional role of Secretary General from 1997 to 2011.

During his time at the Belgian National Federation, Ingmar De Vos was chef de mission for the Belgian team at all six FEI World Equestrian Games™ between 1990 and 2010 and at three Olympic Games – Sydney 2000, Athens 2004 and Beijing 2008. He is a member of the Belgian Olympic Academy. He was co-founder of the European Equestrian Federation in 2010 and was also Secretary General from 2010 until 2011, when he joined the FEI.

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top the Level 4 European Non Pro Futurity Qualifier Provided by Simona Diale/IHP The 2019 edition of the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) European Futurity counted 66 horse-rider-combinations in the €69.207-added* European Non Pro Futurity qualifier (*subject to change in Nominations). Riding to the high score in the Level(L)4 division with a 216.5 score were Gina Schumacher and CS Ranch Management SA’s Shiney Dun Face (Pale Face Dunnit x Sheza Shiney Chic). With only three combinations left to go, the multiple NRHA Non Pro World Champion and her gelding beat the score posted by Fabienne Kuratli-Suter — a 215 — posted early in the draw. The Swiss rider and her Alpha Top Gun, a gelding by NRHA Million Dollar Sire Hollywoodstinseltown out of Smoking Walla Wanda topped the L3 and L2 divisions. A young Francesca Ferrarol of Italy, riding Spat Enterprise (Spat Olena x Fame Oak Enterprise), owned by Maurizio Ferrarol, posted the high score in the L1 division.

The first day of competition also hosted the first section of the €162,223– added* NRHA European Open Futurity go round (*subject to change in Nominations). The 2018 NRHA European L4 Open Futurity Champion Gennaro Lendi rode Grey Stone Ranch’s Showgirl Shining Gun (Colonels Shining Gun x Shes A Lil Showgirl) to a 220,

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On Tuesday, April 2, the second section of the Open Futurity qualifier, counting 119 horses, will open the day.

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Adequan® Renews Partnership as Official Joint Therapy of NRHA For Immediate Release – April 24, 2019 – Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. – American Regent Animal Health, manufacturer of Adequan® i.m. (polysulfated glycosaminoglycan), recently announced their continued partnership with the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA). Adequan® i.m. not only serves as the official joint therapy of NRHA membership but also enhances the grassroots of reining as an official NRHA Affiliate Sponsor.

In addition to American Regent Animal Health’s official partnership, they serve as title sponsor of NRHA’s Adequan® North American Affiliate Championship Show (NAAC), an affiliate championship program that assists in the development of reining. American Regent Animal Health provides additional awards to the NAAC by sponsoring the Adequan® 500. This program rewards exhibitors by offering an additional $500 cash prize to the winner of each NAAC class who is a registrant of the Adequan® 500.

“It is an honor to continue our partnership with NRHA,” said Allyn Mann, Director of Strategic Partnerships for American Regent Animal Health. “We are committed to making a difference in the equine community by supporting organizations like NRHA that share our passion for the horse and advancing equestrian sport.”

American Regent Animal Health’s support helps NRHA exhibitors stay successful in the show pen by maintaining the health and soundness of their horses’ joints. Adequan® i.m. is indicated for the intramuscular treatment of non-infectious degenerative and/or traumatic joint dysfunction and associated lameness of the carpal and hock joints in horses. As a veterinarian-trusted name in the fight against equine degenerative joint disease, Adequan® i.m. is the only FDA-approved polysulfated glycosaminoglycan which has been proven to help improve joint function by reversing the disease cycle, repairing cartilage, restoring joint lubrication and reducing inflammation. Ask your veterinarian if Adequan® i.m. is the right choice for your horse.

“The NRHA partnership with Adequan® goes well beyond the show pen and reaches the heart of reining,” said Sammi Miller, NRHA Senior Director of Corporate Relations & Communications. “The support given through American Regent Animal Health for NRHA programs helps continue the growth of our sport. NRHA is better because of their support and we are excited about continuing a successful relationship with

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AQHA’s Adequan® Select World Championship Show is for amateur exhibitors age 50 and over

About the Adequan Select World ®

The Adequan® Select World Championship Show is the world’s largest, singlebreed world championship horse show open exclusively to amateur exhibitors age 50 and over.

AQHA Select All-Around Amateur title to the horse-and-rider team that garners the most points in a minimum of three events in two categories.

This is the pinnacle event for Select amateur competitors around the world who must qualify for the event by earning a predetermined number of points to secure a spot in each of the classes, representing English, western and halter disciplines.

The Adequan® Select World is hosted at the Tri-State Fairgrounds in Amarillo, but in 2019, the show will move to the Will Rogers Memorial Center in Fort Worth, Texas. The event will stay in Fort Worth through at least 2021, when the location bid is open once again.

In addition to world championship titles, the Adequan® Select World also recognizes:

Free Ride the Pattern clinics will be taught by AQHA Professional Horsemen are offered during during this year’s Adequan® Select World. These clinics are sponsored by Nutrena.

In addition to Ride the Pattern clinics, exhibitors, friends and family are invited parties and receptions held during the show.

70-&-over, or Super-Select, awards to the top-placing first-, second- and third-place exhibitors in their categories.

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Gene Graves Super-Select Special Recognition Award to the team of a Super-Select exhibitor and horse that garners the most points in multiple events.

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JULY 22 - 28, 2019 The Reining by the Bay held its first competition in 1999 at the Horse Park at Woodside. Since then it has evolved into the incredible event that it is today, attracting participants and spectators from all over the country, including Canada, Brazil and Mexico. The beautiful surroundings and amazing climate of the San Francisco peninsula is an ideal location to hold such a prestigious event. The Reining by the Bay is fun for the whole family! Parking and admission is FREE.​ Reining by the Bay brings together Sand, Surf and Sea Provided by BMG Events The excitement of Reining by the Bay draws competitors away from scorching temperatures throughout the Country.

The San Francisco Peninsula’s coastal fog and ocean breezes are welcomed by all. ‘Uniqueness” is the adjective most used to describe this premier event. The Bay Area’s attractions are incredible. The Horse Park is about 30 minutes south of San Francisco and just 30 minutes to the west is the quaint coastside town of Half Moon Bay. The Horse Park itself is located next to Stanford University and the Silicon Valley and all of its offerings. With so many fantastic sites close by the Horse Park, many attendees take time to visit San Francisco, view the Golden Gate Bridge and enjoy fantastic seafood dishes at renowned restaurants. One trip to Reining by the Bay cannot cover all that the San Francisco Peninsula has to offer. NRHA Professional Martin Meuhlstaetter from Scottsdale, Arizona states “If this was an AQHA show with no money or prizes we would still attend.”

In its 18th year as the California Reining Community’s all-time favorite show, Reining by the Bay offers world class competition as well as a beautiful setting for spectators. Annually, Reining by the Bay pays out in excess of $250,000 in cash and prizes ensuring its residence on the Top Ten of the National Reining Horse Association Annual Leading World Wide Events List.

The Lucas Oil Open Derby is one highlight of the event. The Bay Arena is 150’ wide by 300’ long. The footing is meticulously prepared and groomed to provide the most optimal footing for tough competition. The surface competitors need to achieve the high scores witnessed by the excited crowd. This year a new record for the event was achieved. NRHA 4 Million Dollar Professional Andrea Fappani took a clean sweep of the Lucas Oil Level 4 Open Derby winning 1st, 2nd, and 3rd on his three mounts. The palomino mare Wimpys Little Tag, Whiz N Tag Chex x Wimpys Little Chic, showed off her exceptional talent those bloodlines gave her by marking a 227.5 for owner Freddie Brasfield from Tennessee and a paycheck of $12,929. Thebettertohearuwith, Spooks Gotta Whiz x Chex Out The Cowgirl, owned and raised

by Bill Coburn took the Reserve Championship with a score of

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Reining 226.5 and a paycheck of $8,888.69, followed by Rancho Oso Rio’s entry Spooks Show Time marking 223.50 and received a paycheck of $7,676.59. Total Fappani winnings for his Trifecta sweep $29,494.28! “Reining by the Bay is always a great show for our team, but this year was even better” states Fappani. “All three of my Derby horses showed great and gave me everything I asked them to.” Ricky Nicolazzi, another rider from the Fappani team, aboard Dunnits Special Nite, Gunners Special Nite x Dun It For Chex, tied for Reserve in the Level 3 Open Derby and Champion in the Level 2 Open Derby winning $5,683.60 for owners Rancho Oso Rio. Tom Foran riding Walla Walla Starbuck for Sleipner, LLC was the rider who tied with Nicolazzi. “Reining by the Bay has always been one of our favorite shows since its inception,” comments Foran. “The arena is huge with great ground so you can really showcase a horse. You have to really put a run together as the competition doesn’t get much tougher. My Derby horse (Walla Walla Starbuck) has shown great all year. He felt honest everywhere. He is one of the nicest horses I’ve ever had the pleasure to train and show.”

The Protect The Harvest Non Pro Derby also boasted some impressive runs. Kim Muehlstaetter from Scottsdale, Arizona took home the Level 4 Championship aboard her home grown mare Tinselchex, Hollywoodstinseltown x Nu Tuf Lil Chex, with a score of 219.5 and winning a paycheck of $5,899.43. Meuhlstaetter is no newcomer to the winner’s circle at Reining by the Bay. She has had multiple championships in the Derby and Futurity divisions.

Kim duplicated her success this year by taking the Level 4 Non Pro Futurity Championship aboard Spooks Grand Slam, Spooks Gotta Whiz x Shiney Diamond Lady, besting her Derby score by one point marking a stellar 220.5. “Reining by the Bay is a great venue to prepare a 3 year old,” comments Meuhlstaetter. “I like to show my Futurity horse in a big pen for the first outing, giving them more time to relax between maneuvers. The show pen at Reining by the Bay provides the perfect atmosphere. I was thrilled with how well he (Spooks Grand Slam) showed for me here.”

The Meuhlstaetter name hit the top of the Level 4 Open Futurity Championship as well as. Kim’s husband Martin rode Spookneedsacocktail, Wimpyneedsacocktail x Snap Crackle Spook, to a score of 219.5 to take the win for owner Tami Schiltz.

The Meuhlstaetter winnings did not stop there. Martin tied with Gabe Hutchins entry Xtra Wimpy Voodoo, Shiners Voodoo Dr x Wimpys New Pal, owned by Tamarack Ranch, for Reserve in the Level 4 Open Futurity aboard Bullets Whizzen By, Spooks Gotta Whiz x Docs Lil Bullet, and owner Michael Garnett, both marking a 217.5. This year was Hutchins first time attending the event. “Reining by the Bay is one of the best shows I have ever attended,” stated Hutchins. “The arena and atmosphere make an

ng by the Bay experience you will never forget. With the experience that Brumley Management has running horse shows, it’s one you have to attend!”

Tom Foran was also in the money on his Futurity entry Gunna Sail Away, Gunnatrashya x Sailing Spark, which the pair marked a 216.50 to win the Level 2 and 3 Open Futurity. “This year I was fortunate to get to show a 3 year old by Gunnatrashya, (Gunna Sail Away). Austin Roush started him and did a great job. He just keeps getting better and better,” remarks Foran.

The SmartPak Non Pro Maturity is a fantastic opportunity for horses 7 years of age and older to shine. This year was no exception. Keri Blackledge and her horse Gettinaway Whiz It, Topsail Whiz x Getaway Lark, swept away with the Level 2, 3 and 4 division Championships. Robyn Schiller and her horse Plenty Of Guns, Dun It Gotta Gun x Plenty Of Rest, were Reserve champions in the Level 2, 3, and 4 and Champions in the Level 1.

Schiller had high praise for her ten year old gelding. “He (Plenty Of Guns) is super consistent and fun to circle,” comments Schiller.

“He knows his job, so all we do is keep him fit. We had the best run ever in the first slate of the Non Pro classes and taking the Non Pro High Point Championship. Overall a fantastic show for us!” Morris Kulmer is no newcomer to the winners circle and his gelding Dreamy Little Sailor, Magnum Chic Dream x Enjoy A Lena, has been right there with him. Dreamy’s NRHA life time earnings exceed $119,376.00, a remarkable accomplishment for this little gelding with a big heart. Morris and Dreamy took the Championship in the SmartPak Prime Time and Masters Non Pro Maturity. This is the second to last show for Dreamy. The fifteen year old gelding will be retired after the 2018 AQHA Select World Show.

The coveted Bob’s Custom Saddles High Point Trophy Saddles are always an event favorite. This year four saddles were awarded in the Ancillary divisions; Prime Time Non Pro, sponsored by Cow Dog Saddles, Limited Non Pro, sponsored by Bob’s Custom Saddles, Rookie Level 2, sponsored by Rhodes River Ranch and DRHA Rookie, sponsored by Rancho Oso Rio. It took two consistent runs to claim these victories and the winners were beside themselves with delight. Ashley Jackson and Smart Like Steady, Steady Tradition x Bar S Docs Gay Bar, a 2005 gelding won the Limited Non Pro High Point Championship, marked a 73 in slate one. Laura Johnson and her 2010 model Vintage Sparks, A Sparkling Vintage x Chic Hickory Doc, kept it consistent and won the Prime Time High Point. Revolutionic, Einsteins Revolution x Nics Whiz, with rider Megan Lynch won both the Rookie Level 1 and 2 High Point Championships and took home the Level 2 High Point Bob’s Custom Trophy Saddle. Newcomer to the winners

circle Paige Pastorino and Taylor Made Magnum, Magnum Chic Dream x Beaus Liberty Belle, swept her competition winning both slates of the DRHA Rookie and taking home her first trophy saddle as DRHA High Point Champion. Paige’s mother Dana was excited to say the least. “We had an amazing show. Paige accomplished her goal of winning her first saddle, and my three year old Mister Nicashine was Reserve in the Level 2 Open Futurity with our trainer Ollie Galligan. It’s such a fun and well managed show with great footing. We are really looking forward to next year,” states Pastorino. “I’d like to thank Galligan Performance Horses for getting us here.”

An avid fan and participant at Reining by the Bay, actor William Shatner had an impressive ride in the first slate of the Non Pro divisions marking a 71 aboard KR Electrified, Jacs Electric Spark x Faded Lac, winning the Masters division, tying for third in the Intermediate Non Pro and Prime Time Non Pro, and tying fourth in the Limited Non Pro. When asked what he thought of the show Shatner’s response was “One of the greatest shows in the country!

I will be showing here every year as long as I am still breathing.”

When asked what is in store for Reining by the Bay next year, co-producer Amanda Brumley had some very exciting news. “After the event this year we had a meeting of the Board of Directors.

We discussed the challenges of this event for exhibitors, primarily it is more costly to attend due to its location. The San Francisco Bay Area is not an inexpensive place to stay. Even though we do our best to negotiate discounted hotel rates, we cannot compete with locations that are not on the world’s most popular places to visit list. Keeping that in mind, we have made the decision to up the ante a bit by offering a $100,000 Level 4 Open Derby and a $30,000 Added Level 4 Open Futurity in addition to what is already being offered,” Brumley noted. “Also we have been researching other options for accommodations and found AirBNB.com to be extremely useful and economical, so we will be recommending this option to attendees next year.” “2018 will be nineteen years since the Reining by the Bay’s conception and we want to encourage everyone to attend who has not had the opportunity to enjoy this amazing event,” notes Brumley. “You just have to experience it.

Once you do, you’re hooked for good!”

Brumley Management Group, LLC produces annually four not-to-be-missed shows in premier locations. In addition to the Reining by the Bay in Woodside, California each July, Brumley Management Group also produces their March event Cactus Reining Classic Scottsdale, Arizona, the Wild Card Challenge, Las Vegas, Nevada in May and the world famous High Roller Reining Classic, Las Vegas, Nevada in September. For information contact Amanda Brumley at 602-677-3774

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Time to Ride Launches 2019 Pilot Program

Applications are now being accepted for the new Time to Ride program, which is designed to introduce school-age children to horseback riding and horse care in a safe, welcoming environment.

For 2019, Time to Ride will select 20-30 facilities from across the United States to participate in the pilot program, representing a cross-section of breeds and disciplines.

Time To Ride, a program of the American Horse Council’s Marketing Alliance, is now accepting applications for its 2019 pilot program.

The new Time to Ride program is designed to introduce school-age children to horseback riding and horse care in a safe, welcoming environment. The goal is to familiarize school-age children with horses through an initial series of lessons that include basic horse care, as well as riding.

Equine facilities and instructors must meet specific requirements to be considered for the pilot program. All instructors must either hold a current professional membership with one or more national breed or discipline associations, be certified as an instructor through a recognized program, such as the Certified Horsemanship Association, or licensed as a riding instructor in the state in which they teach.

Barns and instructors meeting the program’s standards will be designated Time to Ride Program Facilities and be given marketing tools, techniques and assistance to help in reaching out to local schools, youth groups, recreational departments and similar organizations to provide a set of six to eight introductory lessons.

The program emulates the golf industry’s The First Tee, in which school-age kids are introduced to golf through a series of lessons at a local golf course. The First Tee has reached 15 million children since its start in 1997.

For 2019, Time to Ride will select 20 to 30 facilities from across the United States to participate in the pilot program, representing a cross-section of breeds and disciplines.

Facilities selected for the pilot program will receive gifts and discounts from Marketing Alliance member companies and

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organizations, including a free one-year professional membership from United States Pony Clubs, free fan memberships from US Equestrian, a coupon for a free bag of Purina horse feed, a complimentary copy of Platinum Performance magazine, discounts on purchases from the Certified Horsemanship Association, Troxel Helmets, Weaver Leather and more.

To learn more about Time to Ride, review the requirements and apply for the pilot program, visit www.timetoride.org. Preference will be given to applications received by May 1, 2019.

About Time to Ride Time to Ride is managed and funded by the American Horse Council Marketing Alliance. The Marketing Alliance was founded by a consortium of equine-related corporations and organizations to encourage and support the growth of the U.S. horse industry. Current members of the Marketing Alliance include Active Interest Media/Equine Network, American Horse Council, Morris Media Network, Platinum Performance, Purina and Zoetis. Additional support is provided by the American Association of Equine Practitioners, American Paint Horse Association, American Quarter Horse Association, National Reining Horse Association, Troxel Helmets and Weaver Leather. Educational support is provided by the Certified Horsemanship Association, US Equestrian and United States Pony Clubs.

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NRHA Partners with USA Reining

Immediate Release – April 16, 2019 – Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) and USA Reining, two individual, not-for-profit entities, have announced an alliance partnership.

USA Reining will serve as the official and only U.S. National Reining Alliance Partner, representing NRHA reiners who reside in the USA as well as reiners who participate in United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) and Fédération Équestre Internationale (FEI) competition.

“Many countries already have a national entity that provides support of their international competitions, the NRHA Board of Directors reached this alliance to

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now provide this voice for the reiners in the U.S.,” said Mike Hancock, NRHA President. “NRHA continues to focus on promoting the sport of reining both in the U.S. and the rest of the world.”

“USA Reining’s alliance partnership with NRHA strengthens the solid foundation on which the sport of reining is positioned,” said Rick Weaver, USA Reining Board of Directors President. “Promotion and growth of reining, both inside the U.S. and in a global capacity, is our strength and will be our success.”

This partnership is one of many ways NRHA is working toward building relationships within the reining community. USA Reining will also serve as the primary communication link among reiners who compete in the USA, USEF, U.S. National Federation for FEI, and the FEI. For more information about USA Reining, visit their website at http://www.usareining.us.

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Elementa Masters - T

An all-round project to improve the standing of world reining, emphasizing the role of breeders, rewarding the commitment of the most ethical professionals and helping more judges to gain experience in special events but above all, and this is probably the real revolution, radically changing the viewpoint on competitions for young horses. This is what Elementa Masters is all about

The official video of the Elementa Masters project was presented yesterday at the NRHA European Futurity in Cremona, Italy: this is the greatest and most futuristic challenge that the world of reining has seen in many years.

Innovation is as philosophical as it is economic and organizational. The project’s creators, with no false modesty and with great moral clarity, have openly stated two basic concepts that are extremely ambitious: to launch the largest and richest reining circuit in the world and do it with a vision that focuses on the horses’ welfare at all levels.

THE LOCATION. The venue is a detail of no small importance: the event will be hosted at the superb Elementa Centre near Rome. Following its purchase by entrepreneur Maria Cecilia Fiorucci, the facility is undergoing an in-depth restyling, also in view of its candidacy for the 2022 World Equestrian Games. At its inauguration, scheduled for 2021, Elementa will have 5 indoor and 4 outdoor arenas for athletes and visitors, a renewed Eventing course and stabling for over 800 horses. The hospitality section will boast three restaurants, a winter garden with a reptile house, a spa, a bathing lake (also accessible on horseback!), three club houses and, in a second phase, 22 chalets with private stables and saddlery for those who want to stay at the estate with their horse for a few days.

EVERYTHING ON A SITE THAT “TALKS TO YOU”.

The website www.elementamasters.com is already up and running, with a countdown to the moment when the regulations and final timing will be announced; in fact, the details that are currently being finalized will be made public on June 1, 2019. The platform is clear and userfriendly; furthermore, if you register your email now, you will receive a notification each time that news, updates, or further services are put online. For example, one of these will enable you to see whether or not you can register your horse for the various special events on the circuit by simply entering its name and date of birth. Because as we will see, Elementa Masters offers much but asks for something in return, in the name of reining’s ethical advancement.

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THREE “WHOPPING” COMPETITIONS.

A 4-year-old Futurity, a 5/6/7-year-old Derby plus 5-yearold Stakes, a Maturity for 8-year-olds and over. The added-money: the round figure of one million dollars for the Futurity, three-hundred thousand for the Derby, one-hundred thousand for the Stakes and two-hundred thousand for the Maturity. Overall, THE HIGHEST FIGURE IN THE HISTORY OF REINING WORLDWIDE. Any horses or riders - where the riders may also ride different horses - who possess sufficient skill, perseverance and luck to win all three trophies, will obtain the Triple Crown prize, which will pay an additional one-hundred thousand dollars each to the rider, the owner and the horse breeder.

In addition, the best mare in the Open and in the Non Pro finals of all three events, will receive the Pink Ribbon Award, fifty thousand dollars in total for the Futurity and thirty thousand for both the Derby and the Maturity.

BUT THERE IS MORE. In Elementa’s opinion, reining must also give concrete expression to the enjoyment of life, advancement for young people and social support.

The response is the highly enjoyable Free-Style event, at last boosted by a “real” jackpot (fifty thousand dollars) during the Futurity, the Euro Youth Team Trophy during the Derby and the Para Reining competition (with thirty thousand dollars added) during the Maturity.

THE BREEDERS AWARD. Not limited to the Futurity alone but awarded for all Elementa Masters competitions.

The horses entered on the circuit will have to be enrolled in the Elementa Breeders Program (EBP), to which stallions and foals can be nominated for FREE throughout 2019 and 2020. The additional money for breeders (eighty thousand dollars on the Futurity, onehundred thousand on the Derby and one-hundred and fifty thousand on the Maturity) will go to the top-five winners at each level, both Open and Non Pro. THE WATCHWORD: GROWTH. Not only as regards the prize-money, but also the skills. The method that Elementa has chosen to select the judges who will sit in the Masters’ arena, for example, is once again completely new and aims to expand the currently-limited number of highly-expert judges. Any judges holding NRHA/ FEI cards who are interested may communicate their willingness to collaborate at the Masters a few months before each event, registering on the relevant section on www.elementamasters.com. All those registering will be divided into AAA judges (who have judged at least two special events in the last two years), AA (who have judged at least one special event in the last two years), and A (if they have judged none), according to a model used by the US National Cutting Horse Association. The jury for each Masters competition will be RANDOMLY

The Reining Revolution A Triple Crown worth ONE AND A HALF MILLION DOLLARS and many ANCILLARY PRIZES for sires, mares, breeders, youth, para reiners and free-style riders...

DRAWN from these three lists IN THE PRESENCE OF A NOTARY; the final jury will be composed of two AAA judges, two AA judges and one A judge (in addition to the Equipment Judge and the Judges Monitor with the latter strictly of AAA ranking). In this way, judges with less experience will also have the chance to gain greater experience and advance their competence, as well as their chances of being called for further judging.

HOWEVER… While Elementary Masters is ready to take on this enormous financial and organizational commitment, something will be required in return, as mentioned earlier. In the words of Domenico Lomuto, Elementa’s Director of Communications, the world of reining is called upon to “make an effort to change the specialty in line with a modern approach that responds more strictly to current social sensitivities, thus also improving the sport’s image”.

Lomuto is currently negotiating with a leading TV channel to create a “reality show” based on the circuit.

“The format would have to be fun and entertaining while the substance would be serious and competent.

The aim is to shift reining from the fringe area to which the non-specialist media has historically relegated the sport on the few occasions when it has deigned to cover it. This media has, in fact, always portrayed reining as a childish pastime for an eccentric elite “playing at cowboys”. It is time to clearly demonstrate the technical essence of this sport, and the elements of excellence that may render it accessible and interesting to the wider public... who could potentially become tomorrow’s enthusiasts.

However, for this to be possible the sport must demonstrate that it is ethically correct in its treatment of the animals involved. Therefore, one of Elementa’s declared and rigorously-pursued goals, and perhaps the most important, is to see the discipline move towards a more widespread competitive longevity of reining horses while maintaining the technical and emotional quality of the shows unchanged”. Hence the choice to reward breeders of older horses with higher amounts than those awarded to younger horses; hence the decision to start with a 4-year-old Futurity and not one for 3-year-olds and hence, above all, the circuit’s golden rule: to enroll for the 4-year-old Futurity the horse will

not have participated in any competition before January of the year in progress, and in the period from January onwards it will have taken part only in events offering limited prize money - the current hypothesis is to fix this limit at five thousand dollars. This would mean that prior to the big debut during which the young horse will have to compete to the limit of its abilities, its only outings will have been for “schooling”. Obviously, this condition also applies to the Elementa Masters Derby and Maturity, with the exception of horses that will be old enough to compete in these two aged-events in 2021 and that, therefore, are 3 years or older in 2019 and may have already participated in the 3-year-olds Futurity (or are about to do so) and/or other shows with significant prize money.

Evidently, this will be the trickiest condition given the current “mood” of reining; yet, it is an essential aspect for Maria Cecilia Fiorucci. It is, in fact, the central element of the “new air” that Elementa aims to bring to the specialty, introducing stricter regulations regarding respect for the animals in line with the changes that were introduced in other equestrian disciplines some time ago. By choice or by force.

ALL ABOUT WELFARE. These guidelines are also present in other rules characterizing the Elementa Masters: as far as the protection of horses is concerned, the shows will be regulated in accordance with the FEI/FISE code of conduct and anti-doping rules, which are stricter than those of the NRHA. Moreover, riders and breeders will also have to adhere to the ethical code of Elementa Masters that will govern all the activities on the circuit. The horses will undergo a veterinary pre-check before being admitted to the show pen; the warm-up arenas will be carefully monitored by stewards (a five-members Commission directed by an AAA judge as a team leader) and by a closed-circuit television system; there will be at least three warm-up arenas for each event to ensure a less-stressful environment for horses and riders, and a set break during which it will not be possible to ride (non-riding time frame), every night from 11 pm to 6 am in the morning.

September 2021 is provisionally the date scheduled for the Elementa Masters ribbon cutting with the 4-year-old Futurity. There is, therefore, plenty of time for breeders, owners and trainers to choose and implement their strategies. The Derby + Stakes should then be held in April 2022 and the Maturity in June of the same year.

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About the Zoetis VRH World

The Zoetis AQHA Versatility Ranch Horse World Championships are held together with the Zoetis AQHA Ranching Heritage Challenge Finals, the AQHA Level 1 Cattle Championships and the national championships for the National Ranch and Stock Horse Alliance.

Ranch trail classes on three lush outdoor courses kicked off the 2018 Zoetis AQHA Versatility Ranch Horse World Championships June 13-17 at the Lazy E in Guthrie, Oklahoma. The course had a real ranch feel, where exhibitors navigated a grassy area and encountered natural obstacles.

The rest of the week only got better from there.

This record-setting show had 2,575 entries for the Zoetis VRH World, the Zoetis AQHA Ranching Heritage Challenge Finals, the AQHA Level 1 Cattle Championships and the first national championships for the National Ranch and Stock Horse Alliance. People and horses were literally cross-entered in as many classes as they were qualified for. The VRH entries alone grew 66 percent from last year.

Nearly 60 entries in each of the VRH amateur, limited amateur and open ranch conformation classes – the variation of horse coat colors in those classes was a sight to see!

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To keep the show moving throughout the day, most days ended with a big awards celebration in the Lazy E Cantina, where AQHA handed out ribbons and trophies, and toasted all the winners. The AQHA Cook Team rose in the wee hours of every morning and threw together breakfast. The cowboy tacos or biscuits and gravy were piping hot every morning by 6 a.m. for all exhibitors, visitors and show staff. Thanks to Brett Burke, with title sponsor Zoetis, for serving food every morning.

Yes, it was hot and humid each day, but these exhibitors and their horses are used to doing their work in these – and even worse – conditions. It was heartwarming to see exhibitors and their horses standing in the shade outside the Reliance Arena, prepping themselves or their horses to go into a class and chatting with other exhibitors. Horseless kids were riding their bikes, and kids with horses were hanging out together.

AQHA crowned six VRH world champions, 36 VRH class champions, seven NRSHA allaround champions, eight Level 1 youth and eight Level 1 amateur class champions, and 18 RHC champions. Three of the VRH world champions are Ranching Heritage-bred horses; three other of the VRH world champs are actual working ranch horses. We paid more than $100,000 in purse money to our VRH class champions and world champions; more

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AQHA Versatility Ranch Horse Competition Versatility Ranch Horse competition allows American Quarter Horses to demonstrate their ranching abilities in fice classes – ranch riding, ranch trail, ranch reining, ranch cow work and ranch conformation.

The Versatility Ranch Horse competition promotes the athletic ability and versatility of the American Quarter Horse as demonstrated in five classes – ranch riding, ranch trail, ranch reining, ranch cow work and ranch conformation. There are divisions for open, amateur, cowboy and youth. For complete rules and regulations, refer to the AQHA Official Handbook of Rules and Regulations.

The Classes

Ranch Riding – For ranch riding classes, horses show individually, and the class can be conducted inside or outside an arena. In this class, judges are looking for relaxed, responsive horses with soft and cadenced gaits. The horse should make timely transitions in a smooth and correct manner, plus the horse should be soft in the bridle and yield to contact.

Ranch Trail – Obstacles found in a ranch trail pattern are approximate to those found during the course of everyday work. Judges are looking for a well-trained, responsive and well-mannered horse that can correctly navigate and negotiate the course, and to do so in a correct and efficient manner.

Rule SHW561 outlines the class, including prohibited and mandatory obstacles.

Ranch Reining – Ranch reining measures the ability of the stock horse to perform basic handling maneuvers. This class can be held with or separate from the ranch cow work class; if the two are held together, they are still scored and placed as individual classes. This what the judges are looking for in ranch reining: “To rein a horse is not only to guide him but also to control his every movement. The best reined horse should be willingly guided or controlled with little or no apparent resistance and dictated to completely.”

Ranch Cow Work – When it comes to the ranch cow work class, riders have the choice between ranch cow work or limited ranch cow work for youth and amateur exhibitors, where riders are allotted one minute and thirty seconds to complete the work. There are four parts to the limited ranch cow work: boxing the cow; setting up the cow and driving it down the fence to the opposite end of the arena; boxing it at the opposite end of the arena; and drive the cow back down the fence past the middle marker. For ranch cow work, there are three

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parts to the class: boxing, fence work and roping or circling.

The horse and rider must accomplish all three parts in three minutes.

Ranch Conformation – To be eligible to compete in the ranch conformation class, the horse must be shown in at least one class one of the other categories the day of the show.

Judges are looking for balanced, structurally correct horses with adequate muscling. You’ll need to show your horse in a good working halter – rope, braided, nylon or plain leather – exhibit your horse at a walk and trot, then line up for inspection by the judge.

The Divisions

Open – Anyone with a current AQHA or AQHYA membership is eligible to show an American Quarter Horse in open competition. Open competition is usually for the most experienced exhibitors, trainers and professional horsemen but many amateur and youth members can be tough competitors as well. Open division classes may be offered for junior and senior horses.

Amateur – American Quarter Horse owners who do not join the professional ranks may enjoy a full spectrum of competition in the amateur division.

Youth – Exhibitors 18 years of age or younger (age as of January 1) may show in this division.

Cowboy – The cowboy division is for working ranch cowboys. The rider of the horse must either be an owner, family member or full time employee of the ranch that owns the horse. Employees must have been employed for a minimum of 90 days prior to competing in the ranch horse competition.

The rider must have less than $5,000 per association lifetime earnings in any of the following: NRHA, NCHA, NRHA, ACHA, RHAA, ASHA or SHOT or less than 25 AQHA or American Paint Horse Association open points in reining, working cow horse or Versatility Ranch Horse within the previous 10 years.

No exhibitor can have earned more than $5,000 in any individual association.

Points, Awards and Zoetis VRH World Qualifying

Points earned in individual classes count toward qualifying for the Zoetis AQHA Versatility Ranch Horse World Championships. For AQHA year-end high-point awards, all-around versatility ranch horse titles are tracked. (In other words, highpoints will not be awarded on the class-by-class basis).

All-around versatility ranch horse titles are awarded at every VRH show to the high-placing horse-and-rider team in the open, cowboy, amateur and youth divisions. To be eligible, the duo must enter and show in a minimum of three categories – at least one cattle class (ranch cow work), conformation, plus at least one of the additional classes (ranch riding, ranch trail or ranch reining). See Rule SHW555 for more details.

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Reining Horse Foun

Campaign Expands with Ma

More affiliates and show managers for the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) are participating in a fundraising and awareness campaign to support the Reining Horse Foundation (RHF), a 501(c)3 nonprofit that serves as the charitable arm of NRHA. Based upon small donations that add up to make a big difference, the campaign encourages show entrants to make a $10 donation when they enter select shows.

The show-entry campaign was piloted by the Arizona Reining Horse Association (AzRHA) in 2017 and then by the Florida Reining Horse Association (FRHA) in 2018. These two affiliates have contributed nearly $10,000 to RHF since piloted.

In 2019, FRHA launched the program at the Florida Reining Classic February 19-24 at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center.

Adding the entry donation in 2019 is the National Reining Breeders Classic (NRBC), April 14-21, in Katy, Texas. Also committing is the Tulsa Reining Classic and South Central Affiliate Regional Championship, August 26-September 1, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The Tulsa Reining Classic is managed by Global Reining Sport Group.

The Rocky Mountain Reining Horse Association (RMRHA) is offering the campaign at The Columbine Classic, May 1519 in Pueblo, Colorado, and the RMRHA Summer Slide, July 28-August 4 in Denver, Colorado. Southwest Reining Horse Association (SWRHA) is participating in the campaign during its SWRHA Futurity Show, October 22-27, in Ardmore, Oklahoma.

Also taking part is the Western Slope Reining Horse Association at its three shows this year and the NRHA Derby, managed by Pro Management.

Fundraising is expected to continue at the 2019 AzRHA shows, including the AzRHA Mother’s Day Slide, May 14-19; AzRHA Inside Slide, August 13-18; and AzRHA Best of the West/Southwest Affiliate Regional Championships; October 1-6. All shows will be held at WestWorld in Scottsdale, Arizona.

The Oklahoma Reining Horse Association Ride & Slide I/II shows in Tulsa, Oklahoma, March 6-10, are offering a $5 donation option. Contributions will be matched by the organization. The Southeastern Reining Horse Association plans to offer a donation option, as well.

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The Florida Reining Horse Association hosted an exhibitor party at the Florida Reining Classic to raise awareness about the Reining Horse Foundation.

“We are thrilled to have these prominent shows represented through the show-entry campaign,” said Tim Anderson, RHF vice president “This represents significant new funding. Just as important is the opportunity to share information about the Reining Horse Foundation and its mission of caring for the reining community and honoring the sport’s legacy. It’s a feel-good story that reiners can be proud of.”

Exhibitors will find the option to donate or opt-out on their showentry form, making it an easy way to demonstrate support for RHF. The most visible of the RHF core programs is the Dale Wilkinson

Helping with the fundraising auction is Ronnie Wayne.

Memorial Crisis Fund providing grants to reiners enduring hardships such as medical crises, accidents and natural disasters. Other core programs include youth scholarships and leadership development through the National Reining Horse Youth Association and perpetuation of the NRHA Hall of Fame.

“The show-entry program is an exciting step forward for the Reining Horse Foundation,” said Leslie Baker, RHF executive director. “We know that reiners will help us innovate new ideas around this opportunity. For example, in Arizona, donors Tim and Kim Anderson provided a matching contribution that doubled the show-entry donations. The power of these $10 donations can do great things.”

To notify the Reining Horse Foundation that you have an affiliate or show management group willing to participate in the show-entry campaign, contact Leslie Baker at rhf@nrha.com, (405) 946-7400, ext. 106.

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Bob’s Custom Saddles Returns as an NRHA Corporate Partner For Immediate Release – April 18, 2019 –

The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) is thrilled to welcome Bob’s Custom Saddles back as a corporate partner. The relationship built between NRHA and Bob’s Custom Saddles over several decades has only strengthened with time. Bob’s Custom Saddles’ announcement of corporate partnership includes the title sponsorship of the Novice Horse Derby.

“Bob’s Custom Saddles has long supported the NRHA through corporate partnership and then event sponsorship. Their return to NRHA’s corporate partner family is a winwin for all!” said Sammi Miller, NRHA Senior Director of Corporate Relations and Communications.

Bob’s Custom Saddles stands for quality, craftsmanship, and performance. Bob’s Custom Saddles are handcrafted by experienced artisans who have honed their craft over many generations. Bob’s uses only carefully inspected Hermann Oak leather, real sheepskin, and sterling silver or silver overlay trim in each of their masterpieces. With an emphasis on saddle performance, Bob’s Custom Saddles offers many different tree and seat styles to accommodate both horse and rider. That performance has spoken for itself throughout the years with the Bob’s professional team earning well over $20 million in the NRHA Open division alone.

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“The reining horse community has always been a big part of Bob’s Custom Saddles’ business over the last 43 years and we are excited to once again be a corporate partner of the NRHA,” said Chris Weaver, Vice President of Bob’s Custom Saddles. “We feel having the opportunity to be the title sponsor of the Novice Horse Derby is a way to continue to build the reining horse industry. Along with this new partnership, we are excited for the opportunity to bring a new look and feel to the Derby and Futurity Champion saddles.”

By returning as a Corporate Partner, Bob’s Custom Saddles will facilitate more opportunities for Novice Horses at the 2019 NRHA Derby Presented

by Markel Insurance, running from June 15–23, 2019 in Oklahoma City. With $25,000 additional in added money, this group of horses will have the chance to expand their earnings early in their reining careers. More details and an entry form will be made available at nrhaderby.com in coming weeks.

Running for one week each summer, the NRHA Derby Presented by Markel Insurance showcases the world’s best 4-, 5-, and 6-year-old reining horses and their riders. Thousands of exhibitors, horses, and spectators travel to Oklahoma City each year to compete, watch, and shop to their hearts’ content. Learn more about the event at nrhaderby.com.

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The Skinny on Weight Gain for H

Genetics Play a Large Role in a Horse’s Metabolic R

There are few things that seem to take more time than putting weight on a skinny horse. How a horse can appear to have dropped 100 pounds on a trailer ride, then take months to put the weight back on can exasperate any horse owner. Compounding this enigma is how the other horse in the trailer seems to maintain his weight simply on fresh air. Horses are individuals, and what may work for one may not work for another when it comes to weight management.

Genetics may play the largest role in a horse’s ability to maintain weight. Horses vary widely in their metabolic rate, which is their ability to burn calories. The metabolic rate is influenced by genetics and body composition and determines whether a horse is a hard keeper, an easy keeper or somewhere in between. For example, the Thoroughbred is a classically leaner horse bred for athleticism and speed whereas some other breeds, particularly with pony influence, evolved on a thriftier genotype where it was advantageous to metabolically hold on to calories consumed and body fat for survival through periods of environmental harshness.

Metabolic rate can also be affected by fitness level as an athletic or muscular horse will have a higher resting metabolic rate than one who is not being worked. The metabolism of the individual horse may play a significant role in how a horse processes the feeds he consumes.

For any horse that has true difficulty maintaining weight, the first call should be to the veterinarian for a thorough exam to check dentition, deworm and vaccinate as necessary, and evaluate general health, including body condition. This is particularly critical if the horse is suddenly losing weight. Use the veterinarian’s objective opinion as a valuable resource.

He or she does not see the horse every day and can fairly evaluate body condition. A major underlying cause for weight loss is poor dental health, which is especially true for senior horses who may be experiencing difficulty chewing or are losing teeth and may require a softer diet. Older horses also tend to not digest and absorb their diet as efficiently as their younger counterparts. Other weight gain interferences include general digestive problems, such as ulcers or chronic loose stools, as well as lowlevel immune suppression, chronic disease and stress.

Utilizing high-fiber or high-fat feeding options, such as beet pulp, rice bran and rich sources of omega-3 fatty acids, can be very useful feeds for thin horses.

Allow the Diet to Work for You, Not Against You Once general health concerns are ruled out, inadequate nutrition may be a reason that a horse cannot maintain body condition. It may be that the quality of feed needs to be improved, or that the overall diet is good but not given in enough quantity to meet the energy and protein demands of the horse’s age, life stage, activity level or metabolic rate. The horse’s maintenance requirements need to be met first, then he must consume enough additional calories to facilitate weight gain. Weight gain is a very slow process when done in a healthy way. Increasing a single body condition score requires about 40-45 pounds of body weight and a lot of patience. It should not be expected for a horse to gain a single body condition score in less than 60 days. Every horse’s metabolism is unique, and how a horse puts on weight is dependent on the individual horse.

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A seemingly obvious dietary solution is to increase calories, and adding calories can certainly help a horse gain weight. However, there are some caloric options and feeding strategies that are healthier than others.

Pouring on grains and other high starch and sugar options can have severe health repercussions, including colic, ulcers and excess behavioral energy.

Instead, optimizing forage, both in amount and quality, should be the first step toward weight gain. Utilizing high-fiber or high-fat feeding options such as beet pulp, rice bran and rich sources of omega-3 fatty acids can be very useful feeds for thin horses. Oils will pack more caloric punch in the diet. Increasing feed efficiency through the use of pre- and probiotics can ensure the horse’s hindgut is able to get the most out of the feeds given.

Body Condition Score for Optimal Equine Health & Performance The Body Condition Score (BCS) can be a useful tool for developing diets appropriate for maintaining the health and longevity of an individual horse. Increasing a single body condition score requires about 40-45 pounds of body weight and a lot of patience.

Underweight Horses are generally considered to be underweight with a BCS < 3.

Being underweight may affect overall health and athletic performance.

Horses that are extremely underweight with a BCS of 1 or 2 may have suppressed immunity and are at higher risk for contracting disease.

Overweight A horse with a BCS of 7 is considered overweight, and BCS > 8 is obese. Being overweight may contribute to metabolic issues such as insulin resistance and laminitis. Obesity may be associated with reproductive dysfunction in mares.

Hay and Pasture Maximizing forage is the critical first nutritional step toward weight gain. Grazing on pasture grass, when possible, provides a highly nutritious source of fiber, vitamins and minerals. It is considered “nature’s perfect food” for horses as the consistent small amounts of fiber from grazing flows through the gastrointestinal tract as it was perfectly designed to do. High-quality hay should be fed free choice for weight gain; both for stalled horses and those on pasture as well. The quality of hay is paramount. If the first cutting appears very stalky, it will most likely have too much indigestible fiber, and need to be switched to a leafier, higher quality and more digestible second or third cutting. Alfalfa can be very useful for weight gain. If a horse is maintained on grass hay, try adding alfalfa up to a 50/50 blend of grass to alfalfa. Alfalfa cubes or pellets may be soaked and used as well. Weighing your hay is important for weight gain. A general rule of thumb is to feed 2 percent of the horse’s body weight in hay per day to maintain weight. That is 20 pounds for 1,000 pounds of body weight, and many larger breeds weigh more than this.

Closer to 2-3 percent in quality hay will most likely need to be fed to encourage weight gain. Flakes of hay can vary widely in weights, and it is good to know how much the horse is actually receiving each day, even if given free choice, in order to make adjustments.

Healthy Feeds To gain weight in a healthy way, high-fiber and/or high-fat options should be implemented before the use of grains. Cereal grains, like oats, corn and barley, have a higher calorie content, but they also have very high levels of both starch and omega-6 fatty acids. Omega-6 fatty acids are naturally pro-inflammatory. Feeding a horse inflammatory feeds actually works against weight gain as the digestive system harbors this inflammation and does not digest and absorb efficiently. Conversely,

Horses - Feeding the Hard Keeper

Rate, But Optimizing Forage May Also Be Significant

ground flaxseed, which is found in Platinum Performance® GI*, is a high-fat option and an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids that acts naturally in an anti-inflammatory manner and actually increases feed efficiency. Additionally, a comprehensive supplement like Platinum Performance® GI* provides vitamins, macro and trace minerals and antioxidants to complement the diet and ensure that all necessary nutrient requirements are being met.

Beet pulp is another great choice for providing horses extra healthy calories needed to gain weight. It is considered a “super fiber,” meaning it has a higher calorie content than hay (and some grains) but also has a fiber content similar to a forage, so it passes appropriately through the digestive tract. Unmolassed beet pulp is very low in sugar content and can be a good addition to the diet for weight gain. Higher fat feed options can also be used to encourage weight gain. Rice bran is often used as a higher fat option to help with this. Many commercial feeds use a base of shredded beet pulp with rice bran for a high-fat and high-fiber option to help horses gain weight. Not just for older horses, some senior feeds can be useful for weight gain. Although it varies across brands, senior feeds are typically formulated with high-quality ingredients and are easily digestible.

Usually, they blend high-fat and high-fiber calorie choices and are processed as a pellet or extruded to increase nutrient digestibility. Many senior feeds are considered “complete” feeds; they contain the necessary amounts of fiber, calories, protein and micronutrients to be fed without the addition of forage. Also, due to the fact senior horses are more commonly challenged with hyperglycemia and hyperinsulinemia from complications with Cushing’s disease, many senior feeds contain a limited amount of starch and sugar. A reputable senior feed may help promote weight gain in mature horses regardless of age.

Oils Oils promote weight gain as they contain essentially pure fat. Fat offers a much higher amount of calories per gram; approximately 2.25 times the amount of calories compared to the equivalent unit of protein or carbohydrate. The natural diet of the horse is only about 3-6 percent total fat. However, horses are very capable of digesting and metabolizing fats and oils efficiently. It is typically recommended to feed no more than 1-2 cups per day of any oil; usually horses find levels over that amount unpalatable. The omega-3 to omega-6 ratio comes into play for oils as well. While corn oil, soybean oil and rice bran oil contain much higher levels of pro-inflammatory omega-6 fatty acids, oils from flax, such as Platinum’s Healthy Weight, provide a quality source of anti-inflammatory calories. To achieve weight gain from added oil, add a small amount to the diet, about 2 ounces per day, and increase gradually over 7 to 10 days to allow the microflora in the hindgut adequate time to adjust to a new feed.

It may take several weeks for the body to fully adapt to a higher fat diet.

Pre- and Probiotics

The health of the horse’s hindgut can have a significant impact on feed efficiency and weight gain. The microbiome within the hindgut is made up of billions of beneficial bacteria, fungi, protozoa and enzymes that primarily ferments and digests the fiber found in forages and other feedstuffs. These fiber- digesting microbes must be healthy in order for a horse to digest and metabolize the feed he consumes, thereby allowing him to maintain his weight. The hindgut microorganisms are also necessary for the internal creation of the B-vitamins, which are needed for many processes in the body including metabolizing carbohydrates, fats and proteins into usable energy. There are several factors that can lead to a disruption within this tenuous biosystem, including illness, stress, overconsumption of starch or sugar, ulcers, forage deprivation and antibiotics.

Disruptions can cause issues with digestion and a horse may not be able to derive enough calories to maintain weight. Prebiotics can improve the health of the naturally existing microbes in the hindgut. Prebiotics, such as mannan oligosaccharides (MOS) and the fermentation products of the fungus Aspergillus oryzae feed the innate, good bacteria so that they are able to grow and multiply, resulting in better forage digestion. Probiotics are live microbes that add to the general microbial population. Two types of yeast strains, Saccharomyces cerevisiae and Saccharomyces boulardii, are examples of probiotics used to improve nutrient digestibility and utilization in horses. Using a complete pre- and probiotic formula like Platinum Balance® nurtures a healthy, thriving microbiome that can increase feed efficiency and digestive integrity and is a valuable dietary supplement for weight gain.

Healthy Weight Gain It is extremely important to make any changes to the horse’s diet slowly, over at least 7 to 10 days, to allow the digestive tract to acclimate to new feeds. This is true for hay changes as well. All horses should have access to clean water and a plain, white salt block or loose salt. Free choice, quality hay is always the best place to start for healthy weight gain. Add a feeding when possible at night or for lunch. If possible, separate a thin horse, so that he can eat by himself without competing for food. Weighing all feed is the best way to know how much is being currently fed and will make it easier to adjust as needed.

Weight gain is a slow process, and it is easy to get impatient. Weighing the horse on a scale or with a weight tape is a good way to gauge progress.

Assess the horse’s weight once a month to monitor weight gain. Take pictures of the horse from all sides and then again in a month and two months to help re-evaluate body condition. It can be difficult to effectively determine changes in weight when seeing the horse every day. If there is no change after one month, the diet may need to be adjusted again. After a veterinarian has checked the horse and diet changes have been made, one of the best things to do for weight gain is to have patience. Enjoy nourishing the horse, and know that weight gain in a healthy way is worth the wait.

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USDA 2018 Report Finds 98% of Farms are Family Owned

The United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Economic Research Service (ERS) has released their 2018 report based on a sample of 21,000 farms. They found that small family farms make up almost 89% of all American farms. Midsize family farms make up 6.3% and large family farms make up 2.8%. That leaves only 2.2% of the farms in the US to be non family farms. Those small family farms use over 50% of our farmland in this country while the non family farms only use 6.5% of the land.

The different sizes of family farms is largely related to what the farmer is producing. Large family farms produce over two-thirds of our nation's dairy commodities. Midsize

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family farms grow over 35% of the grains and 30% of the cotton and poultry. Small family farms have a huge hold on the hay industry with over 75% being grown by them and 60% of the poultry also coming from them.

This report included the income of those farmers from 2017 and cites that only 4% of our family farmers had household wealth lower than the median US income of $61,372. The total average household income of all family farms was $113,495. With such diversity in the sizes of farms and what they produce, it is easy to see how our country needs to protect all farmers to ensure they have the ability to feed their families and the world.

Farms, Production, and Farmland

Most U.S. farms are small; small farms operate over half of U.S. farm- land but account for 26 percent of production.

• Eighty-nine percent of farms are small, and these farms ac- counted for 52 percent of the land operated by farms in 2017.

• Large-scale family farms accounted for the largest share of production, at 39 percent.

• Family farms of various types together accounted for 98 percent of farms and 87 percent of production in 2017.

• Nonfamily farms accounted for the remaining farms (2 percent) and production (13 percent). Fifteen percent of nonfamily farms had gross cash farm income (GCFI) of $1,000,000 or more, and they accounted for 89 percent of nonfamily farms’ production. Examples of nonfamily

farms include partnerships of unrelated partners, closely held nonfamily corporations, farms with a hired operator unrelated to the owners, and (relatively few) publicly held corporations.

America’s Diverse Family Farms 2018 Edition

Changes in questionnaire design between the 2016 and 2017 Agricultural Resource Management Surveys contributed to a change in the shareof farming operations classified as “retirement farms.” More principal operators reported their primary occupation as farming in 2017. This led to an increase in the number of low-sales farms— those with gross cash farm income less than $150,000—and a decrease in retirement farms.

As a result of the changes in the composition of these groups, caution should be used in comparing to data from earlier years.

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Our Loss – Carol Trimmer It is with deep sadness that NRHA has learned that Hall of Fame Inductee and former staff member, Carol Trimmer, has passed away. Carol was such a well loved and respected member of the reining horse community and will be deeply missed. We send our condolences to her husband Paul and the rest of the family.

Ruby Carol Trimmer Crescent, Oklahoma

March 13, 1949 – April 16, 2019 Ruby Carol Trimmer, daughter of Adrie Lloyd Givens and Carol Joanne Alldredge-Givens, departed this world on April 16, 2019 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Born in Bloomington, Illinois, Trimmer and her husband Paul Trimmer made their home in Crescent, Oklahoma.

A loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and cherished friend, Trimmer will be more than missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her. Throughout her life, Trimmer went out of her way to make those around her feel like part of her family, and she will forever hold a special place in the hearts of many.

Trimmer developed a love for horses early in her life. Her father, Lloyd Givens, trained Saddlebreds, and Trimmer grew up riding Saddlebreds, hunters, and jumpers. When she met her husband Paul, she became interested in American Quarter Horses. Before their marriage in 1967, Paul showed reining horses in AQHA events, even before the formation of the National Reining Horse Association—the association in which Trimmer later became a major centerpiece.

The couple’s shared love of horses ensured they would always be a part of the equine realm. While Paul served in the United States Air Force, stationed in Idaho, they owned one Quarter Horse named Hay Valley Ruth. When Paul was discharged from the Air Force, they relocated

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to Paul’s hometown of Dennison, Ohio, with eight horses in tow. After the birth of their son Paul Lloyd Trimmer, the family found a new home in Fresno, Ohio, that better suited their growing needs.

The Trimmer’s new facility was conveniently located near Columbus, Ohio, where they often showed their horses at events including the All American Quarter Horse Congress. For more than 15 years, Trimmer began to foster her love of writing while working in the Congress press room. In 1993, one of Trimmer’s articles, which she titled “The 1993 Congress Formula,” was published in the NRHA Reiner magazine. This piece covering the Congress Reining Futurity was only the beginning of Trimmer’s enduring mark on the NRHA Reiner.

Three years later, Trimmer’s future daughter-in-law, Susie Reidenbach, who was working at the NRHA office in Coshocton, Ohio, told Trimmer they needed some extra help. Without hesitation, Trimmer took on a part time position, while still working her full-time job in the logistics department at Colgate-Palmolive.

In 1998, as NRHA prepared to relocate to Oklahoma City, Trimmer did not want to leave her family and horse farm in Ohio. However, the current NRHA Director Dan Wall persisted in asking her to stay with the association.

Eventually, everything fell into place for the Trimmers to move. Paul Lloyd, who was a roper, wanted to be in Oklahoma close to his friends, so when NRHA offered Susie a job, the two families committed to take their 24 horses to Oklahoma.

Frank Costantini, who was president of NRHA at the time, recalls the instrumental role Trimmer played in making NRHA’s relocation an easy transition. “Not very many of the people that were involved with the office when we were still in Ohio planned to move with us to Oklahoma City. Trimmer and Susie were some of the few,” Costantini said.

Once settled in Oklahoma City, Trimmer took on a new role as NRHA Sire & Dam Coordinator and also served as staff liaison for the Hall of Fame Committee. This position came naturally to Trimmer, who found her passion in

helping NRHA ensure the history of the association, its people, and their horses were never forgotten.

As the association continued to grow, so did the NRHA Reiner magazine—and that growth brought some growing pains.

When the need arose for in-house assistance with the magazine, Trimmer’s experience writing articles and press releases in the Congress press room made her a perfect fit to help. However, the Sire & Dam Program and the NRHA Reiner were both full-time jobs, and Trimmer had to make a choice. In June of 2000, that choice allowed her to become the Associate Editor of the NRHA Reiner.

People quickly began to notice Trimmer’s dedication to fact-checking, making sure the magazine included only accurate information, and publishing a topquality product. By March 2001, Trimmer was named the NRHA Reiner Production Coordinator. In January 2003, she shifted into the role of Managing Editor, and by June of the same year, Trimmer took on the position of Senior Director of Publications.

“Carol has that big-picture perspective and the sense of history that nobody else can bring to the table because of her years and experience with the association,” said Rick Weaver, past president of the NRHA and fellow Hall of Fame inductee.

“For anybody that has ever sat in on a meeting with her, there is never a question about her integrity. Her intentions are always to better the association, especially the NRHA Reiner magazine.”

That same integrity and dedication helped the NRHA Reiner become an award-winning publication under Trimmer’s guidance. She wanted people outside NRHA to know about NRHA’s quality magazine, so she began submitting the NRHA Reiner to the American Horse Publications annual equine media competition. Trimmer’s efforts paid off, and the NRHA Reiner brought home plenty of awards to demonstrate the quality of work found within its covers.

Many recall Trimmer saying: “Nobody will ever do a job and not make mistakes, but I would like to be remembered in this industry as someone who took a lot of pride in the product we

put out, the association, and the people.” Her love for NRHA and her pride in the NRHA Reiner showed in her staff’s close relationship and their dedication to the magazine’s excellence.

Amidst Trimmer’s great success with NRHA, the Trimmers suffered a devastating loss in 2006 when their son passed away unexpectedly at the young age of 33. Although nothing could possibly replace the loss of her child, Trimmer found solace in her NRHA family who supported her through the trying situation. This only affirmed Trimmer’s firm belief that NRHA functions like a family, and the help she received from fellow staff and NRHA members made a major impact on the Trimmers.

In 2013, Trimmer was inducted into the NRHA Hall of Fame. She was quoted as saying she was “absolutely flabbergasted” to learn of the news and cherished the chance to join so many of the people she looked up to in the NRHA Hall of Fame.

Rick Weaver, who was also a 2013 Hall of Fame Inductee, remains honored to have been inducted alongside Trimmer. “I can’t think of very many people that I would rather share the stage with other than Carol. She is such a good person, and she lives and breathes the NRHA,” he said. “She is just so much about her job and the NRHA; I think she is truly one of the most unselfish people that you will ever meet. She is just incredible that way.”

Trimmer is survived by her loving husband of 51 years; daughter-in-law Susie Reidenbach Eveland and husband Jeff; three grandchildren, Lincoln, Garret, and Anna Trimmer; her sister, Connie Murray; and her nephew and niece, David Murray and Heather Wojtkiewicz. She was preceded in death by her son, Paul Lloyd Trimmer.

Everyone who had the pleasure of knowing Trimmer recognized her vibrant soul and her passion for life and the many things she loved. She loved her dogs, Max and Simon, who never left her side, and was an avid fan of professional bull riding and NASCAR. Trimmer’s passing leaves many with tears in their eyes, pain in their hearts, and a void in their souls, and she will undoubtedly continue to be loved by many around the world. To an NRHA superstar who has turned in her plates, those left behind wish only the best as she spins her way into heaven.

Until we meet again!

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Gracie and Ruby the dog were my personal chauffeurs around the ranch after surgery!

Congratulations Becky!!

Grady's handicap is now a 7!

My wonderful intern Mariah

Greetings from the Almosta Ranch!

It's been a while since we have done an article, so here you go!

The big news is on December 31st, 2018, I had my left hip replaced. My hip had been in pain for a long time, making walking and riding uncomfortable. Currently, I am in recovery and doing physical therapy. I look forward to getting back on the horse - pardon the pun - and riding with no pain! I owe thank you to many people for taking care of me, my horses, and clients while I have been on the IR (Injury Reserve).

My son Grady returned to Arizona from New York in October and the whole family is thrilled to have him and his dog Ruby back in the fold! Grady has taken some time off and has been enjoying a lot of golfing and family time.

Becky was surprised at the AZCHA Awards Banquet by receiving the Don Dodge Award! I won this award in 2011.

It recognizes an outstanding contribution to the sport of cutting. It is wonderful that the Cutting Horse Association recognized Becky for her dedication in announcing their shows, sometimes into the wee hours of the night. Don Dodge was a great friend of Becky's and mine. He lived on the Almosta Ranch with us for many years and I learned a great deal from him. Then Becky and our good friend and neighbor Peggy Kimes were inducted into the Arizona Quarter Horse Association Hall of Fame on February 2nd!

These two ladies have selflessly given of their time in many ways for the love of horses. They started America's Horse Cares, an arm of the AQHA Foundation to benefit therapeutic riding programs. This is well deserved for the love, time and warm hearts they share! Becky and I are the only husband and wife team to have received both the Don Dodge Award and be inducted into the AzQHA Hall of Fame!

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McKenzie, Marilyn and Javier's carports all had damage as well as the hay barn. No people or animals were injured by the grace of God. On March 6th, we hosted a luncheon at the Almosta Ranch for Farnam's Farm Chain Buyers product demonstration. The Farnam Marketing Team and I demonstrated how we use a myriad of Farnam products in our day-to-day operations to a group of about 30 buyers. We had a lot of fun and enjoyed answering their thoughtful questions.

I just returned home from the AQHA We've never had snow like this before at Convention in Fort Worth, TX. I am a Director at Large, serve on the the Almosta Ranch!

Judge's Committee and was Chairman for the last three years. Becky is on the Foundation Committee. Besides business, we loved to see all our dedicated horse friends!

I continue to write for the AQHA Journal.

My "Reflections" column is a series where I interview legends of the horse industry. So far, I have been honored to write articles on Bobby Ingersoll, Benny Guitron, Doug Williamson, Gordon Hayes, Don Brown, Don Dodge, Greg Whalen, Jim Paul, John Hoyt, Ronnie Richards, Smoky Pritchett, Buster The Farnam Marketing Team is a great Welch, Dave McGregor, Jack Brainard, and Johnny Brazil! My most recent column group! features Stan Fonsen and will appear in the Pate produced a new event called Art of April AQHA Journal out soon. the Cowgirl here in Phoenix. This event I am so fortunate to have so many was all about cowgirls and their talents, talented people intern with me here at the whether it be riding, roping, as an artist, ranch. Our intern program is a one to three a braider and more. We were impressed month program where they work side-by-side by the enthusiasm and talents of many of with us here at the Almosta Ranch and learn our cowgirl friends and had a wonderful from the experience and guidance we give them. time attending.

Our last two were Mariah Wright (Ohio) and Amazingly, on February 21st, we had Clara Lankister (Wyoming). Each did the threeapproximately 8" of snow at the ranch!! month program and have been outstanding! It Sadly, many of our trees buckled from is fun to see talented young people improve in the weight of the snow and were severely their horsemanship skills. For us at the ranch, it damaged. We have filled up nine 40is exciting to work with these people and watch yard dumpsters so far and have a few them grow to reach their dreams. more to go to complete the cleanup!

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THE HORSE SALE AT RANCHO RIO

The Horse Sale at Rancho Rio took place on March 8, in Wickenburg, Ariz., in conjunction with the National Team Roping (NTR) National Finals V. The fifth annual sale drew spectators and buyers from all over the U.S. and Canada and saw record sales of more than $1.1 million. With 60 consignments averaging $26,477, it continues to be the premier rope horse sale of the Team Roping Capital of the World.

Lot #20, Lets Roo It, was the top seller at $85,000. A full-brother to the 2018 highseller, Im Brad To The Bone, the sorrel AQHA gelding “Tank” is a 2013 model sired by Roo Star out of Probably Not A Shiner. A finished head horse, he was consigned to the sale

by Melissa Miller, Belton, Texas, ridden by La Cygne, Kan., horseman Brad Lund and purchased by Laurie Mills, Mills Livestock Company, out of Casper, Wyoming.

Lot #12, Chex Out My Smokngun, was the secondhighest seller at $60,000.

Consigned by Mozaun McKibben, Whitesboro, Texas,

the 2011 buckskin gelding was also purchased by Mills. In 2017 “Catfish” was top ten in the world for High Point Open Ranch Riding and Performance Geldings. He is sired by Helluva Chex out of CR Guns Fancy.

Repeat buyer, Dale Little Soldier, Mandan, North Dakota, purchased Lot #56, Ida Little Ichi, consigned by Alan Chappell, Collinsville, Texas, for $50,000 to round out the top three high-sellers. A 2013 model “Ottis” is by Cat Ichi by High Brow Cat out of Chicks Little Dulces. Chappell won $20,000 on the sorrel gelding in the past year alone.

Renowned auctioneer, Steve

Friskup, Muleshoe, Texas, was joined on the auction block by equine pedigree expert John E. Johnson, Piedmont, South Dakota, and long-time team roping announcer Ferron Lucero, Stephenville, Texas.

The sixth annual The Horse Sale at Rancho Rio will take place March 2020 during the NTR National Finals VI. Sale Results: Total Consignment – 60 Horses Sold – 44 Overall Sale Average - $26,477 Top 10 - $47,300 Top 20 - $39,050 Top 30 - $33,467

Sale Results:

Total Consignment – 60 Horses Sold – 44 Overall Sale Average - $26,477 Top 10 - $47,300 Top 20 - $39,050 Top 30 - $33,467 The sixth annual The Horse Sale at Rancho Rio will take place March 2020 during the NTR National Finals VI.

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Introducing AQHStallions.com Digital resource helps mare owners

Records don’t lie about performance, and AQHA is providing a new way to track those performance records. AQH Stallions, a dynamic digital resource, is the ultimate breeders’ reference guide, because it updates critical information about a stallion and his offspring every week, so breeders always have the most current information possible.

AQH Stallions, www.aqhstallions.com, contains statistics and information that is updated weekly, including an updated catalog-style pedigree each week. The information updated weekly on these digital stallion pages includes:

Weekly activity Five-panel genetic test results Link to copy of Journal ad Sire summary Catalog pedigree Extra photos Performance record Nicking report Five-cross pedigree Nick your mare Video links Current-year activity Sire statistics Top performers Foal eligibility Copies of current ads Monthly link from stallion index in digital versions of the Journal In the past, stallion owners had to order numerous individual records to keep their stallion’s information current, and mare owners didn’t always have a quality, single resource to

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analyze the horses that were having strong success in the performance arena.

The core of AQHA’s existence is to track the pedigrees and records of performance, race and conformation horses, which through time has created a massive marketing asset that is exclusive to the Association. The database comprises everything from 10-generation pedigrees to progeny lists to performance data and earnings.

“More than ever before, we’re putting those resources to work for you, our members, breeders and owners,” says Craig Huffhines, AQHA executive vice president.

The information on AQH Stallions groups horses by use: performance/ranch, pleasure/hunt seat, halter or speed.

Racing is not currently included. The speed category focuses on disciplines (roping, barrel racing, pole bending, etc.) that perform in an arena versus on a track. Here are a few other ways to sort stallions:

Name Sire Dam Dam sire Owner Stud fee State

Where the stallion is standing An interactive map provides another quick, easy way to see where stallions are standing.

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Sun Circuit Kee

Arizona Sun Circuit slotted into a perfect weather window March 2-10 in Scottsdale. Exhibitors and horses from all across the US and Canada flocked to Arizona for a hefty dose of sunshine and to scoop up copious amount of points, awards and cash. Growth of this show continues to explode. A total of 27,150 class entires encompassed everything from jumping to roping and included a range from Level 1 exhibitors to World Champions. That figure includes 21,750 AQHA class entries and 4,028 NSBA entries, along with NRHA, NRCHA, Versatility Ranch Horse, Color Breed and All-Breed classes. Both stall counts and entries were up about 15% over last year.

Most days saw continuous action in 7 arenas. Class sizes were very large across all disciplines and some creative reorganization was required to keep things on schedule.

Arizona Quarter Horse Association CEO and Sun Circuit director Doug Huls credits the hard working staff, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think our arena managers did an excellent job accommodating the increases in entries. They kept things moving along, maintained the arenas well and handled the logistics when they had to relocate classes.â&#x20AC;?

Ranch, cattle and reining classes were bustling at Sun Circuit. It was very evident that Ranch Riding continues its popularity. There were 34 in Senior and 23 Amateurs rode the pattern, followed by another 26 Select. AzQHA offers a Ranch on the Rail class that is also wildly popular with 40 Amateur and 26 Open exhibitors long trotting and loping around the

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arena. VRH Ranch Trail is seeing increasing numbers too, with 43 Open and 32 Amateurs navigating naturalistic obstacles.

There were some truly remarkable line-ups at the end of youth, amateur and select horsemanship classes, with as many as 43 riders side by side awaiting the judges’ placings. Equally large classes were seen in Western Riding and Equitation. The trail arenas were going non stop all week. There were 72 L2 and L3 Junior horses on the poles and another 149 Seniors across the levels. Amateur and select divisions were large as well.

One reason for the continued growth is that Sun Circuit’s Scottsdale location and predictably nice weather have made it a destination show. Many exhibitors had their non-showing family with them to work in a little vacation time. The show’s structure and atmosphere fosters a great sense of camaraderie for everyone. “Our number one goal for Sun Circuit is for people really enjoy this show,” emphasizes Huls. “We want them to have a good time showing their horses here as well as to enjoy their entire time in Scottsdale.”

A lot of effort goes into developing a schedule that allows exhibitors to finish showing at a reasonable time each day.

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across all levels and disciplines. A total of 26 saddles were awarded in reining, roping, cow horse, trail, pleasure, jumping, Versatility Ranch Horse and to All Around Champions.

Rod Patrick Ostrich boots were awarded to 9 High Point Champions. Other prizes included buckles, trophies, pads, headstalls, custom halters, coolers, vests, jewelry, jackets, T-shirts Vendor Bucks and over $150,000 in prize money.

The Smart Boons Fence Challenge always draws a large crowd. Thirteen of the top cow horses in the nation and their riders put on a fantastic show for the enthusiastic fans. Smart Boons owners, Eric and Wendy Dunn added $20,000 to the pot and 100% of the entry fees were added back for a total payout of $23,900. Young Wyatt Fisher rode Prize Winning Gal, owned by Marissa Greenberg, through a truly heart thumping run to score a 150 for the win. That earned a check for $6,552 along with the custom Smart Boons trophy buckle.

The popular $15,000 added Sun Circuit Rope Horse Futurity was held on March 2. JD Yates double dipped, winning both the heading and the heeling over a tough field of talented horses. In the Open Heading, he rode DT Juno Shine owned by Mike Van Egdom for a payout of $5,550. JD was back in the Open Heeling aboard DT Pecos Whiz, owned by Tony Clinco, winning another $6,525.

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cow? Les Oswald proved he did and was crowned the Golden Cowboy. Farnam became the title sponsor of the event this year and added $10,000 to the purse, along with an impressive prize line. To be eligible, horse and rider had to show in the Golden Cowboy Herd Work, the Muley Steer Stopping, Junior or Senior Cow Horse and the Smart Boons Fence Challenge. The week-long dual came down to a tiebreaker in the Smart Boons.

As champion, Les Oswald received a custom Golden Cowboy buckle, a Jeff Smith saddle and a check for $3,120.

Sun Circuit welcomed the NSBA Riders Cup with a total purse of $75,000. With classes ranging from Trail, Western Riding, Hunter Under Saddle, Western Pleasure and Limited and Open divisions of Equitation, Horsemanship and Showmanship, there were many silver trophy cups awarded.

The Riders Cup had nearly 300 entries, an increase of almost 60 percent over last year. The Trail classes were especially large. The Senior Trail saw 22 navigate the poles. Chad Evans showed June Listonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s horse, My Vital Valentine, to take the top spot, winning a check for $1,259.42. There were 15 entries in Junior Trail. Cool Cruzen Lady Ridden by Blake Weis for Diamond Ranch LLC was the winner, claiming $1056.86.

Riders Cup Rail and Pattern classes were also sizable.

Non Pro Western Pleasure had 12 entries. Kristen Galyean rode VS Lady in Red to win $1,074.02. The biggest Pleasure class payout was in the $2,500 Limited Horse Open Western Pleasure with 11 horses showing. Aaron Moses rode Snapit Sendit for owner Twylla Lynn Brown and picked up a check for $2,922.71.

Sara Simons and Talk Southern To Me, owned by Alessandra Megan Ehrle, found them selves at the top of both the $2,500 Limited Horse Open Hunter Under Saddle and $2500 Limited Horse/Limited Rider Open HUS classes earning two checks for a total of $4,096.75 Diversity is what makes this show special. There is something for just about every AQHA exhibitor. On one side of WestWord, Ropers were chasing down steers to collect jackpots and saddles. Yet at the same time, large Over Fences classes gave hunters an opportunity for cash and prizes as well. The Sun Circuit Hunter Derby, sponsored by Greenway Saddlery added $5,000 to the Open along with 65% jack potted fees.

Kamanyawanndance was the big winner with RyanPainter in the irons for owner Carly Estreich-Lueck. They won $1,943.10.

The Non Pro Champion Jeanne Benowitz will be riding in a new Marcel Toulouse Desiree Genesis Saddle after her smooth and steady ride on Kiss My Blues Away.

In a bid to offer more to Amateur all around exhibitors, Sun Circuit debuted the National Championships in Showmanship, Horsemanship and Equitation. There was a great deal of buzz around this event leading into the tournament style competition. The top ranked 64 competitors in the country, in youth, amateur, and select divisions, were invited to participate.

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Being consistent each day of showing was the key to moving forward in the brackets to be name one of The Four. The Semi Finals and Final rounds proved to be very closely matched competitions. The head to head show-downs saw The Four reduced to two, who then had 5 minutes to review the Finals pattern and put it all on the line once again. Exhibitors who made it the finals were all in agreement that not only was the format challenging, it was a great deal of fun. All of the top four exhibitors received embroidered leather bomber jackets and the champion was awarded a finely styled buckle.

Kaleena Weakly and her new showmanship partner Dontskipmygoodimage were the National Champions in Amateur Showmanship. They prevailed after 2 difficult patterns over fellow Four Tony Anderman, Angela Fox and Eric Mendrysa. Scott Reinartz, leading Investin A Goodbar, was at the top of his game all week and was crowned the National Champion in Select Showmanship. Dan Yeager, Heather Lange along with Karen Lee Tegner-Manseth were also in The Four.

Michelle Forness riding Stretch Machine was named National Champion after edging out Carey Nowacek in the final dual in Amateur Horsemanship. The other finalists were Kaleena Weakly and Whitney Walquist-Vicars.

Karen Zarda rode two great patterns on Ima Lazy Cowboy to be named the Select Horsemanship National Champion. Her fellow four finalists were Dan Yeager, Scott Reinartz and Linda Coakley.

The last day of Sun Circuit saw the tightly matched Equitation Finals. The Four who made it to the semis were Shelley Grissam, Angela Fox, Carey Nowacek and Ali Edison.

In the end it was Angela Fox riding HP The Rusty Fox who was named National Champion in Equitation. The Select Semi Finals welcomed Laurel Champlin, Jennifer Coleman, Anne Wilson and Sharon Forbes-Hanks with Hot Lil Assets back to the arena. Sharon Forbes-Hanks prevailed to become Champions.

Since the youth showed only two times, their second go was used to name the Exceptional Eight and to move the The Four on to Sunday’s Finals.

In Youth Showmanship, Jessica McAllister, Alexia Rutledge, Hanna Olaussen, and Cori Cansdale worked the challenging pattern. Alexia Rutledge led Dreamin With Me to be named the National Champion.

The Four finalists in Youth Horsemanship were Leah Anderson, Jo Jo Roberson, Lily Anderson, and Ella Petak. Lily Anderson rode Lover Treat Me Good to the National Champion title.

The Four Youth Equitation exhibitors who advanced to the finals were Jacqueline Potwora, Madison Parduhn, June Roberson, and Tatum Keller. These ladies showed enthusiastic support for each other as each worked the pattern. They were surprised by a last minute announcement that they must drop their irons for the first section. Ultimately, Madison Parduhn’s ride on Shesa Hot Selection earned her the title of National Champion. continued on page 130 127

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Truck Talk with Nate Brekken

Nate has been busy, but enjoy this article he did from a couple years ago. It's an oldie but a goody!

Seeing a lot of older vehicles in the shop as of late. These trucks sure bring back the memories. Although they lack the power from mechanical fuel systems (no computers) they are certainly reliable as all get out.

Since 1993 diesel fuel has gone under some significant changes, the most aggressive being in 2006 when this fuel needed to have a majority of the sulfur removed - Sulfur being a byproduct of diesel fuel, provided the lubrication for our pumps and injectors in the fuel system.

ULSD ultra low sulfur diesel fuel spawned a new era in diesel fuel

additives. All of the manufacturers of these diesel fuel additives seems to "have the cure", but the one thing they all seem to have in common is a lubricity additive.

If your truck is pre 2007 your

NRCHA Non Pro Limited Achievement Award

The National Reined Cow Horse Association Merit Award Program was created to recognize elite equine athletes that steadily succeed throughout their reined cow horse show career. Merit awards are determined by the horse’s NRCHA lifetime earnings – whether win checks are earned at regional or national level shows. The current award levels are: Certificate of Ability, Superior Cow Horse Award and Supreme Reined Cow Horse. Earnings won in the Limited or “boxing” classes are only applicable for the Certificate of Ability level.

The NRCHA Board of Directors appreciates and recognizes the value Limited horses and riders contribute to the association, and in return have added a new award to the long-standing program. Starting in 2019, Non Pro Limited and Youth

Limited riders can apply for the Non Pro Limited Achievement Award, a new level of recognition specifically designed for horses that excel in the Limited or “boxing” classes.

The horse must have earned a minimum of $15,000 The horse must have earned a minimum of $1,000 in Limited Aged Events, such as Derbies or Futurities.

This money can be earned in either fence classes or boxing classes.

A minimum of $10,000 must be earned in Horse Show Category 1 Limited or “boxing” classes, including monies earned in the Select and 13 and Under divisions.

Monies earned in Category 2 classes will not count towards the award Non Pro Limited Achievement Award recipients will receive a 16” x 20” custom wood plaque that includes a picture of their choice, the

achievement certificate and NRCHA logo. All merit awards are presented at the NRCHA Year-End Banquet, held during the Celebration of Champions show in February.

To apply for the Merit Award Program, complete the application and submit a one-time fee of $50.00 to the NRCHA Office by November 15 of the award year. All applicants are eligible for all levels of the Merit Award Program upon completion of each requirement. The NRCHA office calculates the applied horse’s show records and automatically processes the awards when each level is achieved.

For many reined cow horse owners and riders, achieving merit status is an honor to be treasured. Receiving an NRCHA Merit Award is a true testament of a horse’s consistent performance through all phases of traditional Vaquero training.

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The Rooted collection is another major step towards Wrangler’s goal of 100 percent sustainable cotton adoption by 2025. I would be happy to connect you with Roian Atwood, Director of Sustainability at Wrangler, to talk about the importance of the collection as well as Wrangler’s commitment to sustainability more generally. Please see the below links for photos of the collection and the video Wrangler produced to tell the story of its farming partners.

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truck NEEDS a fuel additive.

If your truck is pre 1998 your truck REALLY NEEDS a fuel additive.

Nate Brekken Manual injection pump trucks were designed with sulfur in mind. Not having that sulfur in the ULSD that we use today can be very detrimental for your pump, injectors and truck in general. Manual injection pumps do not get better with age, without a lubricity additive the tight tolerances in the injection pump may be suffering, causing hard starts, lack of power, excessive smoke, poor fuel economy and the list goes on and on.

Although and expensive proposition you may want to think about a freshening up of your fuel system, whether it is an overhaul of the pump, replacement or rebuild of injectors, even just having the timing set to verify proper operation, this may put some zip back in your trucks step.

Be sure to protect the investment though with a good fuel additive.

Strictly Diesel has a very good variety of diesel fuel additives. We try to run them ourselves to see the benefits (or not) before they go on our shelves. Before you dump that additive in your tank, verify it is not good for both gas and diesel.

Additives like this may contain alcohol, which will damage fuel injection systems.

Don't forget to use a fuel additive on your new diesel truck as well. With injection pressures increasing on a yearly basis, the more lubrication you can give your fuel system, the longer you will go without expensive repairs.

Give Strictly Diesel a call to let us help you with your fuel additive questions. We have the right additive for you and your diesel truck. And we can't wait for you to see the results. Give us a call today, or visit the website for more information www.strictlydiesel. com, 623-582-4404

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Three free exhibitor parties also fostered the fun atmosphere continued from page 127 of Sun Circuit. A lunch party hosted by AQHA stallions Indefinate, Definitely All That and Tigers by the Tail got things Sun Circuit keeps the fun going all week with parties, rolling on Monday. An NSBA Exhibitors Appetizer party entertainment, events and give aways. Exhibitors don’t always hosted by Susie Johns and Family welcomed the Riders Cup on have to place first in a class to be a winner. Everyone, at Tuesday. Finally on Thursday, Sandra Morgan and her AQHA every level and discipline, has a shot at winning something. stallions Mechanic and The Mile High Club hosted a lunch An estimated $55,000 in gift certificates, vendor products, party. boots, hats, jewelry, electronics and TVs were handed out by With so much to offer, it is no wonder Sun Circuit continues the infamous Prize Patrol. The most talked about give aways to grow. Yet it meets the challenges of growth by continually involved the fun challenges that test exhibitor skills not often innovating and maximizing its resources of expansive facilities, seen at a horse show: wine races, mimosa jump-offs, bareback dedicated staff and vast experience. One innovation that saved mounting and of course, racing Arizona’s very own herd of time and improved accuracy this year was the use of mobile tablets by the scribes, gate people and announcers in all the arenas. The show integrated The FastShow Apps by FunWare. The system assists with check-ins, Bracing Hardware for T-Posts scratches, adds, and exhibitor changes along with entry counts. Scribes enter judges’ scores, the tabulations are made automatically delivering near instantaneous class results to the announcers.

Exhibitors also loved using the Cinch Horse Show Tracker app for real-time draws and results. Sun Circuit 2019 may be in the books, but planning is already underway to provide even better show experience for next year. The 2020 dates will be February 29 through March 8.

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AQHA Membership Which membership is right for you?

When applying for your AQHA membership, keep a couple things in mind: Your age and whether or not you are going to show in AQHA events. You have 60 days from the date AQHA receives your membership to change it or change your mind, unless horse-related work was completed within that 60-day time frame. So, don’t sweat it if you think you want to change. Just call AQHA Customer Care.

General Membership

A general membership is for members whose only interaction with the Association is for AQHA-related horse work (registrations, transfers, DNA testing, etc.) or exhibitors who are going to show in the AQHA open division. If you are going to place your membership in a joint, farm, ranch, family or business name, the general membership is the way to go.

If you place your membership in a farm, ranch, family or business name, be sure to fill out an AQHA authorization form. The authorization form lets AQHA know who can sign important paperwork, such as transfers and breeders certificates. It also helps AQHA verify who can maintain addresses and phone numbers.

There are many benefits that come with being a member of the AQHA. Learn how you can get discounts with AQHA corporate partners, show at official AQHA events, enroll in the Horseback Riding Program and receive America's Horse magazine by becoming an AQHA member.

A general membership is $55 for one year or $140 for three years. You can buy a life membership for $1,250.

After the 60-day timeframe, or if horse-related work has been completed under your membership, AQHA cannot add, change, remove, transfer or cancel a membership.

Amateur Membership

An AQHA amateur membership is for exhibitors 19 years of age or older who have not shown, judged, trained or assisted in training a horse for remuneration. An amateur membership card must be purchased solely in the name of the exhibitor. This rule is not limited to Quarter Horses, so if you have been paid for showing, judging or training any other breed, or even grade horses, you do not qualify to compete in the AQHA amateur division.

The other main stipulation for amateur exhibitors is that the horse exhibited by an amateur must be owned by the amateur exhibitor or someone directly related to the amateur, as specified in Rule SHW220 in the AQHA Handbook of Rules and Regulations.

AQHA does not recognize common-law marriages for amateur exhibition

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purposes, as a common-law marriage is different in each of the 50 states and in other countries.

An AQHA amateur membership is $65 for one year and $170 for three years. Because an amateur member must sign a statement verifying that he or she still qualifies to be an amateur at least every three years, AQHA does not offer a life amateur membership. If you would like to have a life membership, but want to exhibit in the amateur division, you may obtain a general life membership and upgrade it to amateur status either every one or three years. Amateur upgrades are $10 for one year or $30 for three years. If you have purchased a general membership but need an amateur card, an upgrade will work for you, as well. An upgrade can be submitted at a show (an extra $5 charge is applied to the upgrade cost) or can be mailed or faxed to AQHA. The amateur application, completed and signed, is required with the fee. At this time, an Amateur upgrade cannot be completed online.

Youth Membership

A youth membership is designed for members under age 19. Like the amateur membership, a youth membership cannot be purchased in a joint, family, farm, ranch or business name. AQHA youth members are eligible for all AQHA corporate partner discounts, except Members Plus offers.

Youth memberships are not eligible for auto renewal.

Whether you're renewing your membership or joining for the first time, being an AQHA member comes with plenty of perks. You can get corporate partner discounts, receive America's Horse magazine, show at official shows and join the AQHA Horseback Riding Program!

A common misconception for many customers is that a youth member cannot have a horse transferred into his or her name. This is not true.

AQHA does not have any stipulations for horse ownership that limit a member because of age. If the youth is too young to sign his name, parents and guardians can submit a statement to AQHA listing the youth’s name, birth date and information stating that they need to be able to sign for AQHA paperwork submitted under the youth’s name. AQHA does not charge a fee to list authorized persons.

A youth membership is $20 for one year, $50 for three years or $100 for a life youth membership. The life youth membership ends December 31 the year the member turns 19. He or she can then graduate to an amateur or general membership. A $50 discount is given to life youth members who graduate to a general life membership.

Youth members who exhibit in the youth division also have ownership stipulations. The horse exhibited by a youth must be in the ownership of the exhibitor or someone directly related, as specified in Rule SHW220 in the AQHA Handbook of Rules and Regulations.

Now that you have a detailed description of all the memberships AQHA offers, pick the one that fits your needs, and join today!

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Stan Weaver Message 2019 AQHA President

Many of you know that ranching is in my blood. My family has a long tradition of raising American Quarter Horses. The work at our cattle ranch is done from the back of American Quarter Horses. I have been a breeder for more than 40 years, and we have held a production sale for the past 23 years. I understand that to get the work done for the ranch, horse sales, showing and other events, it is imperative that AQHA provides exceptional customer service when dealing with registrations, transfers and other business matters.

longer fixable – imagine having to mend a fence on the ranch without fencing pliers, fence posts and wire. We could not have relied on the old 1980s green-screen system much longer. We understand that this is not your problem, but a problem we have created that has impacted you and, for that, we apologize. This new system will allow us to use a more modernized platform as the foundation of all future projects, such as a personalized member dashboard that will allow you to see the status of your paperwork and pay invoices online. These efforts are necessary to focus on the future of our great Association.

Our project teams are working hard daily – including evenings and weekends – to resolve these issues and create a better Stan and Nancy Weaver at their 2018 branding at Weaver Quarter Horses customer experience for our members and horse lovers around the world. It's going to in Big Sandy, Mont. take us a while to catch-up the backlog, but you will see a difference soon.

As AQHA members, you are aware we have encountered some roadblocks after transitioning to a new computer system and updated website.

Overall, both applications are doing well, yet the delivery of services is not where we feel it should be for our customers.

Prior to launching the database and website, we performed multiple rounds of testing. We did expect to have some issues, as is typically the case in any large system conversion.

Unfortunately, some of those issues turned out to be critical to the day-to-day needs of our business.

I can relate to this bumpy installation and roll out. It is like breaking a new colt, they all have their quirks, and occasionally things do not always go as planned. Yet, sometimes those who are the toughest to train have the most potential and are the best at their game once the kinks are worked out. I see this as similar to what we are going through with this technology. The kinks are being worked out, but maybe not as quickly as we would like. We are seeing some kicks and bucks – but nobody has fallen off yet. We ask for your patience, just like we would with that colt who has potential. We think you will find it worthwhile once things smooth out as we continue this ride.

The old system and related infrastructure had gotten to the point that much of it was in an unsupported environment and breaks were no

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Our goal is to have the majority of these critical issues addressed over the next few weeks. Those significant issues related to business transactions, such as registration and transfers, creating an account and logins, record ordering and credit cards will be fixed.

The new website continues to perform effectively, and though it is different from before, this innovative site is designed to organize, navigate and search through the valuable content we have accumulated for our members over the years. Once familiar with it, we know you will view it as an improvement over our previous site.

We greatly appreciate members who are sharing their concerns about the new database and website via private message on social media, phone call or emails. Members are also encouraged to share their challenges here.

The team has compiled an FAQ document that is updated daily. Tutorial videos are also available online on a variety of topics to guide you through the new processes such as creating an account or editing a member profile.

Those videos can be accessed at www.aqha.com/at-your-service1.

For any winning ride or a horseback ranch job well done, it takes time and patience, and I appreciate yours as we navigate to a more modern and user-friendly experience. Together we will get to a more progressive and improved AQHA. Sincerely, Stan Weaver - 2019 AQHA President

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Healthy Reiners Need Healthy Joints – Adequan® Renews Partnership as Official Joint Therapy of NRHA For Immediate Release – April 24, 2019 – Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. – American Regent Animal Health, manufacturer of Adequan® i.m. (polysulfated glycosaminoglycan), recently announced their continued partnership with the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA). Adequan® i.m. not only serves as the official joint therapy of NRHA membership but also enhances the grassroots of reining as an official NRHA Affiliate Sponsor.

In addition to American Regent Animal Health’s official partnership, they serve as title sponsor of NRHA’s Adequan® North American Affiliate Championship Show (NAAC), an affiliate championship program that assists in the development of reining. American Regent Animal Health provides additional awards to the NAAC by sponsoring the Adequan® 500. This program rewards exhibitors by offering an additional $500 cash prize to the winner of each NAAC class who is a registrant of the Adequan® 500.

“It is an honor to continue our partnership with NRHA,” said Allyn Mann, Director of Strategic Partnerships for American Regent Animal Health. “We are committed to making a difference in the equine community by supporting organizations like NRHA that share our passion for the horse and advancing equestrian sport.”

American Regent Animal Health’s support helps NRHA exhibitors stay successful in the show pen by maintaining the health and soundness of their horses’ joints.

Adequan® i.m. is indicated for the intramuscular treatment of non-infectious degenerative and/or traumatic joint dysfunction and associated lameness of the carpal and hock joints in horses. As a veterinarian-trusted name in the fight against equine degenerative joint disease, Adequan® i.m. is the only FDA-approved polysulfated glycosaminoglycan which has been proven to help improve joint function by reversing the disease cycle, repairing cartilage, restoring joint lubrication and reducing inflammation. Ask your veterinarian if Adequan® i.m. is the right choice for your horse.

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“The NRHA partnership with Adequan® goes well beyond the show pen and reaches the heart of reining,” said Sammi Miller, NRHA Senior Director of Corporate Relations & Communications. “The support given through American Regent Animal Health for NRHA programs helps continue the growth of our sport. NRHA is better because of their support and we are excited about continuing a successful relationship with American Regent Animal Health!”

Make plans to support American Regent Animal Health’s partnership with NRHA by coming to Oklahoma City for the 2019 NRHA Futurity & Adequan® North American Affiliate Championship Show November 28–December 7.

Visit NRHA.com for more information about this event and American Regent Animal Health’s continued support of the reining industry.

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NCHA hires Kirk Slaughter as the new Executive Director

Lewis Wray, NCHA Interim Executive Director, Kirk Slaughter, incoming NCHA Executive Director, and Phil Rapp, NCHA President The National Cutting Horse Association announces the hiring of Kirk N. Slaughter as the association’s Executive Director. Slaughter will officially begin his role May 1, 2019.

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Slaughter’s ties to the Fort Worth community run deep and his passion for the equine industry is strong. Since 1998, Slaughter and a very talented team, have led the Will Rogers Memorial Center, the Fort Worth Convention Center, the Office of Outdoor Events, the Fort Worth Sports Authority and various other related services.

Slaughter’s background includes leading first-class equestrian, livestock and agricultural facilities and major convention centers. Kirk believes in delivering outstanding customer service and having a passion for high-quality, cost effective service delivery with accountability for results within the private and public sectors.

“We are extremely excited to welcome Slaughter to the NCHA team,” said Lewis Wray, Interim Executive Director. “His vast knowledge in event production and project development will be vital resources. But the Leadership that he brings to NCHA, will propel this association into the future in the most positive way!”

Phil Rapp, NCHA President, is proud of the Executive Committee and their decision to offer the position to Slaughter. “After a tedious process led by our Search Committee, we feel the best candidate has risen to the top and was unanimously selected by the EC. We know Kirk will be a driving force for NCHA, and the integrity he brings to the office will help the association prosper.”

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Why do zebras have stripes?

To hide from predators?

To stay cool? To attract a mate? These are questions that have long baffled zoologists, but researchers at the University of Bristol and UC Davis, California, USA think they have the answer.

The zebra's stripes confuse parasites.

All 11 species of zebra are subtly different, but what unites these African equids is that they have a two-tone coat that, according to the latest research, helps avoid blood-sucking parasites such as horse flies.

To set-up the experiment, researchers at the University of Bristol's School of Biological Sciences used video analysis on tabanid horse flies and captive zebras and domestic horses at a livery in North Somerset, UK. Researchers think zebra stripes are to help confuse flies and other parasites.Jamie Carter At a distance, the zebra's stripes made no difference, and the horse flies began circling the zebras and horses alike.

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Scientists Just Solved the Mystery of Why Zebras have Stripes

By Making Horses Wear Zebra Costumes However, when the horse flies got closer to the zebras, they failed to slow down, so couldn't land. "Horse flies just seem to fly over zebra stripes or bump into them, but this didn't happen with horses," said Professor

Tim Caro, Honorary Research Fellow from the University of Bristol's School of Biological Sciences. "Consequently, far fewer successful landings were experienced by zebras compared to horses."

Dr Martin How, Royal Society University Research Fellow in the School of Biological Sciences, added: "This reduced ability to land on the zebra's coat may be due to stripes disrupting the visual system of the horse flies during their final moments of approach."

"Stripes may dazzle flies in some way once they are close enough to see them with their low-resolution eyes."

If zebra stripes are so good at getting rid of parasites, why not dress-up horses as zebras?

In a second experiment, horses were dressed in different colored cloth coats: black, white and zebra-striped livery. The horses wearing coats with striped patterns experienced fewer horse fly landings compared to when they wore single-color coats.

The research could make 'zebra coats' common for horses, which is more ethical than when a zoo in Egypt was accused of painting a donkey to look like a zebra. Either way, there's now more evidence to back-up the theory that zebras have stripes to battle parasites, and not to disguise themselves from predators.

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New CFO Announced for NCHA Dear NCHA Members, The National Cutting Horse Association is excited to announce the hiring of Lance Bryson as the association’s Chief Financial Officer, beginning May 20th, 2019.

Lance comes to NCHA with over ten years of Finance and Accounting experience, with a primary focus of improving actuals and forecasting financial

reporting for Fortune 500 organizations. Having spent the past five years working for Deloitte Consulting LLP, Lance has worked to optimize finance organizations through analyzing current operations, advising on future-state, strategic objectives, implementing process and technology solutions, and training global workforces.

“I have been fortunate to consult for some of the largest organizations in the world,” Lance said. “Some are listed as Fortune 3, Fortune 50 and Fortune 400. That work has exposed me to some of the most

unique business models in the world and provided great insight into the complexities of multinational operations. I’ve been able to travel the world through that work and see first-hand how changes to an organization are to be deployed.”

In addition, Lance owns Bryson Capital LLC, which is dedicated to the investment and innovation of small business ventures. He oversees business development, operations and financial performance concerns for the enterprises.

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Rebuilding Topline: “Pre-Work” Prior to Putting Your Horse Back in Work An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. If your horse has been out of work for a few months this might just be the perfect time to do a little prep work.

Before you hop back in the saddle, use the weeks prior to check if your horse’s diet is balanced and providing the nutrients to have their body ready to support, recover and rebuild when you start exercising. A common misconception about topline is that it can be improved through exercise alone. Lack of exercise – or the wrong type of exercise ‑ is often blamed for a poor topline.

While exercise alters existing muscles, building new muscles is a different story. The 150

nutritional building blocks of muscle (essential amino acids) must be present in sufficient quantities and balanced with adequate calories to rebuild or augment muscle tissue.

In fact, if a horse is worked hard but his diet lacks sufficient amino acids, existing muscle mass can shrink. This can be a slippery slope in some situations, and as muscle atrophy sets in, the belief is that the horse needs to work even harder when in fact the fuel is not present (in the form of nutrition) to help support and repair tissue that is broken down with exercise.

Just like human athletes, athletic equine partners need more essential amino acids than

maintenance horses to maximize the effects of training and allow the horse to look and feel its best.

Certain exercises are thought to improve topline include hill work, backing exercises, and those that encourage the horse to collect and arc the body. These exercises can help condition muscles, but only if the diet is supporting the muscles through proper nutrition. Ensure the nutritional building blocks of muscle are available in your horse’s diet before you head back to work so their system will have the nutrients available to build the muscle and support their body.

One suggestion to help with this issue is to combine a feed that contains guaranteed levels of the right amino acids (fed at the right amounts per the feed tag) with a healthy exercise program for best topline results.

Work with your veterinarian and equine nutritionist to ensure you are on the right track.

Northwestern Illinois, Lance has extensive experience in the horse and agriculture industry, having grown up showing American Quarter Horses.

“My Grandparents showed horses in the 1970’s in Illinois, Wisconsin and Iowa, and eventually left horses to start a feeder cattle business,” Lance said. “My dad is an auctioneer and cattle farmer still to this day. My other grandparents owned livestock, and then turned their focus to crop farming later in life, so it’s safe to say I have a fairly good understanding of farming and ranch inner-workings.”

Lance plans to begin his role with NCHA by evaluating the current state and formulating plans to improve operational and financial efficiency.

“My predecessors have done a great job of ensuring the Association has the aptitude for technologies that most modern-day finance organizations require,” Lance said. “Based upon my preliminary discussions with Kirk and the Finance Committee, I believe there are improvements to be capitalized on within those technologies and I plan to make that a priority. As well, it is important for organizations to have standardized financial reporting cycles so that finances can be analyzed and support knowledge-based decisions.

I intend to immediately implement standardized financial close cycles, so the Association has up-to-date financial reporting. I am very excited to begin this new chapter with NCHA. The consulting lifestyle required a lot of travel, which can be taxing. I am looking forward to planting roots in Fort Worth and bringing two of my favorite things together – horses and finance.”

Lance has a Bachelor of Science degree in Accountancy from Northern Illinois University. He lives in Aubrey, Texas, with his partner, Ryan Painter, who trains and shows AllAround and Over-fence horses on the American Quarter Horse Association and National Snaffle Bit Association circuits.

Once again, please join me in welcoming our new Chief Financial Officer, Lance Bryson.

Sincerely,

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