Horse Country 2-2013 by Linda Hazelwood

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The View From Here February, 2013

I read a book recently which started, “Every day is ordinary... until it becomes interesting.” I seems like I have had a few of those ineresting days recently. The trip to Saskatchewan’s 2nd Annual Equine Expo in Saskatoon became interesting when the motel I had booked online was so terrible I checked out after one night. The Equine Expo was a great experience, meeting old friends and making a lot of new ones (hello, all you new subscribers!) And the trip home was certainly interesting with the icy road aftermath of brutal weather – twelve cars in the ditch on the #11 between Saskatoon and Regina alone. My heart was in my mouth (and my foot very light on the gas pedal) for most of that trip segment, for sure. After checking into my Brandon hotel on Monday afternoon (#1 was closed from Portage to Winnipeg) I checked my Facebook pages to find a lot of comments about Heartland’s Georgie reading Horse Country in Episode 14 the previous evening. Darn, I missed it! But saw the episode later on Heartland’s website. It certainly made me feel good! I’m looking forward to some more interesting days as the weather starts to clear, and I start out on more trips, to the Royal Manitoba Winter Fair and Horse 3, both at Brandon’s Keystone Centre. Happy Trails! Linda Hazelwood

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This issue’s cover is Dale Clearwater and Pepinic Kid during the Fencework element of Canada’s Ultimate Cow Horse Challenge at the 2nd Annual Saskatchewan EquineExpo in February. Photo by Linda Hazelwood. More photos from the Equine Expo and other events are available at www.horsecountry.ca/gallery.html

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Cover Stories 4

Partially sighted horses.

Their lives can still be rewarding.

Recommended Nutrition for the Breeding Farm.

Part 2 Feeding the young ones.

The Himalayas on a shoestring.

Saskatchewan Equine Expo 2013.

Results of Canada’s Ultimate Cowboy Challenge.

Heartland’s Georgie loves reading! 10 18

Letters to Horse Country. Saddled Up for STARS.

The Canadian Northern Lights Drill Team.

Does your horse buck?

How to handle it.

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Western Style Dressage. Goodbye to Guinness:

Babs Hamilton’s soul mate.

Selkirk Silver Spurs 4-H Club.

Are you an alumni?

Equine stomach ulcers.

A brief look at risk and treatment.

Ariana Chia.

Horse Country Bookstore Horse Nuts Connections What’s Happening? Subscription form

Up against the Dressage heavyweights.

Heartland actors read Horse Country.

Georgie’s choice.

The R.D. Payne Equine Scholarship.

Are you eligible?

Around and About.

Horses and tack for sale are now also available on a Facebook Group “Horse Country Classified” - personal advertising only. We are still accepting print Horse for sale and Classified adverts for the magazine: readers keep asking for them!

Prairie News

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New CEO for Equine Canada. Larry Hicks.

Kristin May’s tribute.

The Last Word

The Round Up 37 44

Manitoba Trail Riding Club Manitoba Team Penning Association

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* Prue Critchley’s exciting adventure.

Partially sighted horses. They can still have a very useful life.

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by Ishbel Moore.

It has to be made clear that to work with a blind or partially sighted horse requires the handler to have experience around seeing horses and a good understanding of equine behavior to ensure the safety and well-being of human and animal. Be very sure you are up for the challenge and have lots of patience. It is reported that about 90% of horses that go blind adjust well. Also, horses that are calm by nature and like the company of people fare better. Those that are flighty and nervous are often dangerous after losing their sight. There are many reasons why a horse becomes classified as blind, including age, birth defects, injury, and a variety of medical conditions and reactions; the most common being Periodic Ophthalmia, otherwise known as ‘moon blindness’. For Johnny, a 9-year-old sorrel barrel racer, the loss of sight in one eye was caused by something much different. It all started on September 28, 2011 when he poked his eye on something in the pasture. The poke however did not cause the most damage; that was the result of fungus. His owner, Amarra Cook from near Binscarth, MB, explains the events leading up to the removal of Johnny’s eye on November 16, 2011. She says that once she noticed the eye had been poked, “I hauled him up to the vet and Joe King put a lavage kit in his eye to help with healing of a corneal ulceration. I was treating him six times a day with five different drugs and the ulcer was not healing. Swabs were sent to the vet college (WCVM) in Saskatoon. A few

Amarra Cook and Johnny.

days later, Joe discovered that the problem was a melting ulcer, which meant the ulcer was eating through the layers of his eye. He also had developed a fungal infection.” Amarra took Johnny to WCVM for surgery to remove the ulcer on October 19, 2011, and he was given a 90% chance for a return to 100% once healing of the conjunctival flap procedure was complete. There was also a 9% chance that he would get hurt waking up and a 1% chance that the fungus would come back. Two days after surgery the fungus came back! “They weren’t too sure what type of fungus he had,” Amarra says. “It was either mycoplasma or aspergillus. From what I have been told it is rare up here because our weather does not allow the fungus to grow. It prefers a humid climate. I treated very aggressively hoping it would go away, but the only thing left to do was to remove his eye.” Amarra related some of the problems she has encountered with Johnny on her property. “He will run into gates or hit his head a lot. He isn’t the top of the pecking order either and horses will beat on him if he isn’t paying attention. To avoid that I keep him in a safe corral with horses I know he gets along with. And with gates, if

Levi’s story Levi now has only one eye. Shelley Hallick of Starbuck, MB, bought him off the track, retrained him for jumping and showed him up to 4’. She thought he was going to be “the one” because he had incredible talent, a huge heart and a true love for jumping. But then one day, as usual, he and his three barn mates were let out of the barn and into the 5-acre paddock, where there were lots of trees and an attached building. About an hour and a half later Shelley went to bring them in for the farrier. She immediately saw that Levi was squinting with one eye. As she tried to open the eyelid with one hand she had the other hand underneath his eye to help keep his head still and yet close to his eye. When she got him to open his eyelid enough, the lens fell into her hand! He had obviously somehow punctured his eye while outside. Shelley said, “As all horseowners know, horses can do the darnest things and we will never find out what happened that day.” Shelley spoke to Dr. Grahn, the opthamalogist at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM). He gave her three options: 1) Remove the eye and suture it up. This would leave a depression in the eye socket and would not be very attractive. 2) Send Levi to WCVM for surgery where they would save the actual eye. He would not be able to see out of it,

but he would look “normal”. 3) Do a surgical procedure to remove the eye but replace it with a prosthetic under the eyelid so he would not have a depression. It would just look like his eye was closed. After many emails and phone calls Shelley decided to go with Option 3. Option 2 would have looked better but it was very time consuming and would have been harder on Levi. He would have needed drops twice a day, and would not been able to go in the wind, etc., which is a problem when living in Manitoba. So, two “eye implants” were flown in from Michigan and Levi had the surgery. Once surgery was complete he went home to Shelley and started his future as a one-eyed horse. At first, Shelley recalls, “He had a small amount of trouble with the first week and with depth perception. It was mainly with doors and distance to where things were on the one side which would be normal for any animal or human. He was out of sorts and depressed for the first few days, maybe one week. But soon he was right back out with the other horses fooling around like nothing ever happened.” After a few weeks she began riding him again, which did not phase Levi in the least. He was a “goof” just like before. He had lost the eye in late September and Shelley was very skeptical whether he would have the courage to jump again. She says, “I started him off going over poles, but before I knew it we were jumping cavaletti andthen he was jumping like nothing had ever happened. By January he was doing courses and nothing was going to hold him back.” Levi did so well that Shelley was happy for him to be purchased by Laura Goodwin, who boards at BlueBear Farm, Sanford, MB. Laura had been riding for a long time, and saved up to buy Levi. She went for five or six test rides to find out if she could work with him or not. He could be very spooky, but he still loved jumping and wanted to run at every fence. He also always drifted away from his blind side. Jumping and riding him was pretty precarious. Laura has worked diligently with Levi for almost two years and jumps him regularly at his home barn, but has discovered it is very hard to take him to shows because he’s so hot and spooks in new environments. When he’s calm at shows, he can clean up in the hunter ring. But the spooky jumper fences aren’t an option for Levi and Laura yet, despite the incredible relationship of trust. When trainer Charlotte Gerstenfeld did a clinic at BlueBear, she told Laura that she believed Levi would jump through fire for her. Laura has a tremendous amount of patience and a very compassionate heart. continued on page 6

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I stand on his blind side leading him through, he is fine.” With regards to barrel racing, Amarra says, “He lost his right eye and I take him to the right barrel first. I haven’t noticed or had to change much with him. I think it helped that he slowly lost his vision so it wasn’t such a shock to him. It’s amazing to me how much he has adapted! If you were ever to see Johnny run a barrel pattern you would never know he only has one eye.” No two horses have the same physical abilities, personality, training or life lessons, and therefore it is logical that each afflicted horse will need individual assessment and treatment. A recently blinded rescue equine will be in a completely different mind state for trusting, learning and adjusting than one who has spent a long time in a calm, unchanging environment with a loving owner. If the horse has progressively lost sight over several years, it has had time to make small adaptations. Whatever the situation, it would be wise to allow the horse to set the pace in the development of relationships and daily routines. Proceeding too quickly could put you both two steps back instead of forward, and increase the possibility for an accident.

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Working with a blind horse Just as with visually impaired people, consistency is key. Here are some points to consider when bringing a blind horse on to your property for the first time as well as what to remember even if the horse has lived with you for years. In particular, it is best to eliminate anything he might trip over, run into, or get caught on. Horses sometimes will use their chin whiskers as navigational tools, so don’t be tempted to trim those long hairs.

Homecoming hints

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• Spend time with the horse at his “old” home as much as possible, so he gets to know you before he is hauled to your place. • If the horse requires medication or has other eye care needs, learn as much as possible about how to apply the treatment. Also try to find out what caused/is causing the blindness. • Be sure to have the necessary medical supplies on hand. • To reduce stress when hauling the blind horse, use a trailer that has a ramp, is enclosed to lessen road noise and wind, and doesn’t rattle excessively. • In advance of the horse’s arrival, remove any unnecessary objects in sheds, pastures and corrals (e.g. old washing machines or rusting cars, piles of wood). • If you have brought jumps, barrels, poles and cones into the field, be sure to take them away when you are finished playing or training. Otherwise the horse should be let loose in his usual field where nothing has changed. • Check regularly for sharp objects, holes, overhanging

branches, rocks, fallen trees, broken fences. • Introduce him to potential pasture mates over the fence first; then put them together under supervision. • If he is in a herd or with another horse, watch to see if he is getting picked on, or being forced away from the feeder, hay, or water, and adjust accordingly. Remember he cannot see the body language of the others. • When outside, keep the water, salt lick and hay close together, usually along the edge of the field or near the wall. In a stable or run-in shed, it is again sensible to line up the water, feed bucket and hay by a wall and in the same place each day. If you have to change the location of these items, lead the horse to the new place and introduce him to water by making splashing sounds with your fingers, shaking the hay, dropping feed pellets into his bucket, etc. • If you are introducing a sight-impaired horse to fields surrounded by electric fencing, turn off the power until he is familiar with the boundaries. • Give the horse a chance to check out his new environment under your supervision, and allow him time to listen to the new noises. • For the first few days, spend time in the field or paddock with the horse, supplying him with treats and stroking and positive attention. • Talk gently and in the same tone of voice when you approach, while grooming or working with him. • Give him the chance to smell medications, and objects, such as brushes, halters or fly hoods, or to hear the Velcro strip of a blanket. Rub him with the objects before putting them on. • Gates or doors that are usually open, should remain open even in bad weather. • Regular routine provides security. This extends to

(Left and above.) Nico, owned by Laura Goodwin.

One of the most famous blind horses is Bright Zip, an Appaloosa stallion owned by well-known American trainer, John Lyons. Zip lost his sight in 1995 during a freak allergic reaction to antibiotic medication. After some initial adjustment for both man and horse, John continued to ride Zip and use him for his popular clinics, performing spins, sliding stops, roping. He even worked bridle-less and helped John work young horses in a round pen. “At first I would let Zip bump into a hitching post because I forgot he couldn’t see where I was leading him,” John commented. “I’d also leave the trailer lights on for him, forgetting he couldn’t see them.” Like blind people, blind horses learn to rely heavily on their hearing, smell and touch, although in

his being in the same paddock, taking the same path to the stable, occupying the same stall, and to being released at the same place within the field, etc. • Allow him time to stop and listen to the sound of his hooves on the gravel path or cement alley, the squeak of the gate, the closing of his stall door, or the flapping of the tarp covering the hay. • Storms and loud noises can spook any horse, but can be particularly frightening for the blind horse out in a big field. If possible, try to know the upcoming weather forecast and if it sounds threatening, keep him in a smaller corral or paddock that is he is familiar with, close to his run-in shed.

An active future? It is not uncommon for blind horses to be trained and ridden, but this depends greatly on how the horse is dealing with its disability and what training he has already had. For instance, with great patience on the part of the trainer, a horse that was used to the competition ring, with all its patterns, excitement and noise, could possibly return to the arena or become a good school horse (depending on the degree of blindness). However, helping the horse adjust and relearn requires a lot of time, patience, training experience, and love. Not every human or horse is suited to this challenge.

Nico’s story Nico is a blind 5-year-old quarter horse. Cathy Halbesma of Winnipeg, MB, knows very little about Nico’s history, but realized fairly quickly that he had to become her horse. “I am not sure when he went blind,” she says. “I don’t know if he was born that way or if it happened later in his life. The vet says he has collapsed lenses.” Currently, he is boarded at a friend’s place where he has his own corral

made of wood. When he was at the property where Cathy’s rescue horses are kept, he was in pasture for a while and seemed to navigate very well but it wasn’t safe for him, and he was picked on by a gelding he was saved with, so he was put in a smaller, safer pen. Cathy continues, “I have no idea of his history before I got him but I have ridden him a few times, bareback in just a rope halter. He listens well to cues. I have only ridden him in his corral so far but it’s not because I don’t trust him. I completely do. It’s me that I don’t trust yet. I don’t want him to get hurt because of me so we are taking things slow. He is a very good, smart and brave horse and I would not describe him as fearful. Even when he is in a circumstance that is new to him that he may not understand he remains very trusting and easy to calm down.” At the very least, a blind horse can add a whole new dimension to the horse-human connection and provide a variety of rewarding challenges for the owner. The horse could become a most trusting loveable animal with their other senses highly attuned to their owner and environment. Thankfully, it is often possible for a blind or partially blind horse to live a full life and enjoy the companionship of herd mates and people. “Nico has no fear of my friend’s dogs and gets along well with any horse that he has been with that treats him with kindness,” Cathy says. “I have never once seen him be mean to another living creature. In fact I have nicknamed him Uncle Nico because he so loves the yearlings that have been moved in next to him recently. His other nickname is Lips because he has very busy lips, especially when carrots or apples are nearby.” “I really can’t put into words what he means to me,” continued on page 8

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Zip’s case this was tricky as the horse was also hard of hearing!

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she admits. “I am completely head over heels for him and think of him constantly. I plan to get my own land as soon as I am able and can’t wait to be able to see him and spend time with him each and every day. I feel very blessed to have him in my life. His courage and brains and loving nature are so inspiring. Just being with him and watching him calms my troubled soul.” About Levi, Shelley says, “ If one can have a horse as an inspiration I would pick him. Life threw him a curve ball and he chose to deal with it head on. He never lost his spirit and to come back off a huge injury like that so fast is truly remarkable. Levi now has more of an attitude and truly thinks that he is ‘it’. He throws his head and bucks

and plays when you are on him and he can turn on a dime and jump the next fence that is only two strides away. For anyone dealing with a horse with an eye injury. I think Levi is a good example to show that they can go back into competition at the same level they were competing at. There are many horses in the show ring today that have impaired vision in an eye. It is actually incredible.” c

Equine Canada has now changed the ruling in regards to eyes and horses in the show ring The rule use to state, “Horses of sound eye, wind and limb were allowed to compete in the hunter ring.” As of January 1, 2012, that rule has been updated. It is up to the judge’s discretion but horses with one eye are now allowed back into the hunter ring. c

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Letters to Horse Country...

Dear Horse Country First off, I’d like to say I really enjoy your magazine. It’s full of useful information, articles and even ads that can help the average horseperson. Having said that, I do have a concern given the advice Ms Jessica Jahiel gave a miniature horse owner in your January 2013 edition. The letter writer has a previouslyabused miniature stallion that “goes for the throat” and can react with rearing, biting and kicking. While I agree that clicker training can be helpful in certain cases, the letter writer made it clear to Ms Jahiel that she was inexperienced in the use of the clicker method. With this in mind, given Ms Jahiel’s advice, I see the letter writer trying to struggle learning a new method of horse training with a horse that can react badly. This could end up being a possible source of much frustration for the horse owner and the horse, which could lead to injury for both. I would encourage the letter writer to follow Ms Jahiel’s advice only after she became trained herself on the clicker method with a horse that is receptive and open to new ideas. Only when she feels relatively at ease with the clicker method herself, should she attempt to train an abused horse using that method. I would like to say again that I appreciate your magazine and Ms Jahiel’s obvious knowledge of horsemanship. Thank you for your time. Richard Hutchinson Lac du Bonnet –c – Dear Linda Thank you very much for providing the trail riding book for our Bud, Spud and Steak night. We really appreciate the donation and hope that we can count on your support in the future. Angela MTRC Board Member

From Barb Fenwick, featured in Horse Country’s “12 Questions section, Issue 1-2013) Thanks Linda for featuring me in your magazine. It was so well set out and you put in so many of the pictures! I was very proud and humbled at the same time. I have had a couple interesting contacts since it has come out; people who want to come and learn more about connecting with horses. That is what I love to do most. I really appreciate you supporting our horse community and us “little guys” as well as the well known trainers, etc. Barb Fenwick, Seasons Ranch. –c – Hi Ms. Hazelwood! For a while we have not been receiving some of our mail, so I simply thought that this was the reason that I had not received my magazine and then I was looking through some papers and found an old notice to renew. I absolutely love getting my issue of Horse Country in the mail, and once home immediately sit down and read it, or I take it to school with me! Definitely one of the highlights of my month! Please keep up the good work as you are most definitely doing a fantastic job! :) Sabrina K. –c – Linda Your support throughout the years is greatly appreciated. The donation of riding boots, the articles about our year end events, the copies of magazines and all the free subscriptions for the schools - it has all meant to much to our students and our organization. Sincerely Wendy The Horse Connection Inc.

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Recommended Nutrition for the Breeding Farm

Part 2 Feeding the Suckling, Weanling and Yearling

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Part 1- Feeding Stallions and Mares, appeared in Issue 1-2013

Feeding the Suckling Special attention must be given to the suckling because of the genetic differences in the quantity and quality in each mare’s milk. There is a direct relationship between the amount of milk the mare is producing and when the foal shows an interest in eating other feed. During the early stages of lactation, the average mare will produce about 3% of her body weight per day in milk. For example, a 1,000 lb mare will produce 30 pounds or 4 gallons of milk per day. This tapers off to about 2% by the third month of lactation. As her production lessens, hunger encourages the foal to begin eating dry feed. If a mare produces less milk than average, the foal will show an early interest in eating the mare’s grain mix. The more milk a mare produces the more important her gestating feeding program. If the quantity and quality of milk protein and calories are high, but the mineral density is slow, the foal’s mineral reserves are called upon. If the reserves are not there, mineral deficiencies occur and Developmental Orthopedic Disease (DOD) symptoms become apparent. If you see a swelling of the physis in the ankle or contracted tendons before the foal is 8 weeks old, a critical review should be made of the pregnant mare’s diet. Her diet must then be changed to prevent her next foal from having these same deficiencies. If these DOD symptoms occur in the foal between 8 and 16 weeks-old, the mare’s milk mineral density should be analyzed and her current feeding program evaluated. As soon as the foal shows an interest in eating dry feed, provide Buckeye Foal Starter in a creep feeder or

recommended amount of the Buckeye Foal Starter. This assures us that the foals will get the vitamin and trace mineral levels necessary for optimal, healthy growth until they are eating the recommended levels of Buckeye Foal Starter. When the foal is 3 months-old, gradually change to a weanling ration that is formulated to complement forage. At this time their digestive tract is changing. Different enzymes are being produced in the foregut and microbial fermentation is beginning in the hindgut. This will allow the foal to begin digesting the cereal grain and forages they consume. About 1½ - 2 lbs of hay per day is the average consumption at this age for a foal weighing 350 lbs.

Feeding the Weanling and Yearling Weaning time should be determined by the amount of a weanling ration the foal is eating. The earliest time to wean is when the foal is eating a minimum of 3 lbs per day and not before. The foals can remain with the mares longer, but make sure they have access to a ration made for weanlings. Don’t over grain your young growing horses. Table 2 shows how much grain mixture and forage (hay and/or pasture) the NRC recommends according to age. As you can see the foal’s digestive tract changes from complete dependency on milk to one able to digest forages and grains. As the body capacity increases, so does their ability to digest forage. Higher than recommended grain levels can decrease nutrient absorption, predispose the foal to DOD, and also may cause digestive upset. c Thank you to Buckeye Feeds for this article. Go to www. aurorawindfeeds.com for a dealer near you. 1-866-876-9912. Part 1 of this series appeared in Issue 1-2013. and is available on www.horsecountry.ca/archives.htm

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individually in their stall. This usually occurs around one week of age. It is important to remember that all foals are born with an inability to digest forages. The best foal starter will complement the mare’s milk and not be formulated to complement forages. A very palatable, milk-based, fortified creep feed is needed to supply the nutrients necessary to meet the intense demands of the rapidly growing foal, complement the foal’s increasing mineral requirements as the mineral density in the mare’s milk diminishes. Up to 3 months of age, a milk-based foal starter feed formulated to complement mare’s milk will reduce the chance of digestive upsets causing diarrhea. All of this is recommended to improve acceptability, digestibility, nutrient absorption and aid in the transition from the mare’s milk to solid feed. Feeding recommendations for nursing foals, up to 3 months of age, is one pound of Buckeye Foal Starter per day per 100 lbs of body weight. If mares are milking exceptionally well, the foal may not be hungry enough to eat the recommended levels of Buckeye Foal Starter. When this happens, or if signs of growth problems are apparent, we recommend Buckeye Foal-Aide. Foal-Aide is a vitamin and trace mineral drench to be given to foals from one week of age and administered as long as they are nursing and not consuming the

January 5 discussion: “We need someone to represent Canada in an Endurance Ride in the Himalayas. Can you go?” “Yes, of course! When?” “February 2!” “Oh my!!” This was the kick-off to Prue Critchley’s invitation to represent Canada in India in February, 2013. Horse Country was happy to help in sponsoring Prue on this short-notice adventure but we demanded a story in return!

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Prue’s trip diary started on Tuesday, January 29

I left Winnipeg at 10.20 a.m. and had to take a flight to Calgary where I met up with Candace Oakes, my friend and groom from Alberta. This was the only way I could get a connecting flight to Amsterdam given that we were so late booking. Candace and I flew to Amsterdam at 3.30 p.m.; an 8-hour flight arriving at 8.30 a.m. on Wednesday. We had a 4-hour wait for our flight to Delhi, which was another 8-hour flight, arriving at 12.15 a.m. Delhi time. It was very smoggy in Delhi due to terrific pollution, and the visibility was very poor. We had booked into the Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel near the airport – a good choice given that we were pretty tired. It was a lovely hotel and worth spending the extra money to stay there. After showering we went to bed at about 2 a.m., and we had to be up by 6.45 a.m. the next morning! After an excellent ‘free’ breakfast at the hotel buffet, we got a taxi to the airport for our flight to Dibrugarh. Volvo with brain engaged.

A map of the complete trip: Delhi to Dibrugarh for the ride. Back to Delhi, then to Agra, Jaipur, back to Delhi then home (via Amsterdam and Minneapolis).

The flight to Dibrugarh was about 3½ hours, with a touchdown at Guwahati to pick up passengers. The second leg of this flight was parallel to the Himalayas, which must be spectacular on a clear day. We could just see the snowcapped mountains for much

of the trip even though they were somewhat hazy. I tried to take photos, but the plane windows were so dirty the camera had great difficulty focusing. It was great to see the mountains. That’s something else off my bucket list! We were met at the airport by a driver provided by our hosts and taken to our guest house. Our host in India owns a number of tea plantations and also tea factories. He lives in a beautiful house with gorgeous gardens on the south side of town. The house is completely walled and armed guards patrol the property. Some of the teams stayed on this estate. However, we went to another guest house, the 160-year-old Chang Bungalow, owned by our host, and this was quite a way north through town and called Chowkidinghee. It was a beautiful old house with another lovely garden which was very well tended. This

ended. It has deep white sand and sand bars through parts of the river. After about 4 km, the trail turned into the tea plantations and the rest of the ride was through the plantations. These are divided into sections by paths with deep ditches on either side. The trail crisscrossed through the plantations and eventually back onto the road leading to the staging area. The second and third loops would just be through the plantations. The trail was very well marked and we were given excellent ride maps. We returned to the staging area and were told that the horses would be brought for us to see, and names would be drawn for selecting horse/rider combinations. The horses arrived! These were all army horses and each accompanied by a couple of grooms. I noticed one horse which was rearing up repeatedly and generally being difficult. I hoped

again was completely walled with barbed wire running along the top. We found we were staying with the team from Germany: Heidi (a journalist/photographer), her sister Antje, and the team rider Christina Gerloff. Luckily they all spoke extremely good English and we had a super time with them. We had lunch on arrival, waited on hand and foot, with the table beautifully laid and attention given to every detail. We felt like royalty! (Outside the house it was a different matter - trying to go for a walk we learned that it wasn’t safe to go anywhere alone.) In the evening we were driven through town to Manoj’s house where we met all the team members and had drinks and snacks. It was a great evening. Some Thai dancers provided the entertainment, and there were a few speeches welcoming us to Assam. Later we were returned to our bungalow - back through town. There were usually two other men with us on our trips, plus the driver of course. They all sat in the front with the rest of us on the three rows of seats behind. On getting back ‘home’ we had a three course supper and went to bed shortly afterwards.

I wouldn’t get him in the draw but, sadly, this was the very one selected for me! We were told we had an hour to ride them in the staging area, and if we had any concerns at the end of the hour, we would have to ask for a change of mount. All the horses were very heavy on the forehand and had very hard mouths. They had learned to race, but didn’t appear to have any basic training regards aids, no collection and zero flexion! I rode Volvo for a while and he seemed to be okay just going round the area. He didn’t make turns very well but seemed to prefer to turn rather than run into a wall! I had decided that in the plantations it may be necessary to run him up against the side of the ditch to make the appropriate tight turns on the trail. I realized fairly quickly that while he was doing what he wanted, there wasn’t going to be much of a problem. He totally

We had a free morning at the bungalow. In the afternoon we drove to the ride site and had a ride briefing and were driven to see some of the trails. The ride was to start on the beach alongside the Brahamaputra River that in the monsoon season measures about 50 km wide in some places, but recedes significantly once the season has Volvo isn’t happy about something but he’s going forward, at least.

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resisted any suggestion from me that we might make a turn or a change of pace. Then suddenly he decided that in fact he did not wish to ride in circles, and that he would prefer to head off to the other side of the field, which he did and I went with him, completely unable to turn him in any direction. Then he decided he’d had enough of that, and so had I. I dismounted. At the end of the hour we were asked if we were all happy with ‘our’ horses. I declared that I would prefer to change and was taken before the ‘board’ to give my explanation. I was told that I had a choice, either to say he was dangerous, or intractable! I guess I made a mistake, as I chose intractable. I was told that they had observed us together and found that everything had been going well, I couldn’t make a change. (Yay, let the fun begin!) That evening we had supper at the bungalow where most of the teams were staying and had a very good meal and enjoyed our time with the others.

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Ride day! We were up by 5.30 a.m. and were taken to the staging area for about 6 a.m. The horses arrived at 6.45 a.m. and were already tacked up by the grooms. Volvo clearly hadn’t had a good night as he was still rearing and needed to be held by two men. For some reason I didn’t feel concerned (I wonder why not!). We mounted at 7 a.m. for a brief warm up before heading out to the start. The FEI delegate had told the grooms the previous day that all the horses must be exercised for half an hour before being brought to the ride site, but it was obvious that none of them had been worked. We rode out down the road and headed towards the beach. The horses were all completely stoical about rickshaws, motor bikes and all the traffic. My boy went very well and I was feeling confident on him. I had planned to ride with Amber Sole from the UK, and we rode together along the road, until her horse decided he didn’t much care for mine, turned round and booted him hard a couple of times. So much for the hoped-for bonding process between them! I felt a hoof whoosh past my leg, but wasn’t hurt, and Volvo didn’t appear to care much either. On the beach we rode round and round until the start of the ride - then we were off. All was well for a while before Volvo decided that in fact he wanted to go back to camp. He refused to turn, braced his neck and started to take off.

Volvo’s brain disengages.

I really couldn’t hold him, turn him or in fact do anything with him. The Technical Delegate and another man caught hold of him, one on each side, and told me to get off. Volvo immediately reared up and broke free. It was then I thought my days were numbered when he started to bolt and there was no controlling him. He headed to the riverbank and I remember thinking that this wasn’t going to go very well. I wasn’t sure how we were going to get up it as it was quite curved from water erosion, and although maybe only 6 ft high, was a tough one! I needn’t have worried, he was up and over in a nano-second. That’s when I decided to bail out. Wherever he was going, I didn’t want to go with him. I landed unceremoniously on my bottom. Luckily Volvo went into avoiding mode and his feet managed to miss me. I was told that he was deemed unsafe to ride and had been withdrawn from competition. And as I now didn’t have a horse to ride, I had also been withdrawn. I returned to camp by car and not too long afterwards Volvo arrived back. After a while one of the grooms tried to get on his back with two others holding on either side – but the groom eventually gave up and didn’t manage to get on. Later in the day I was offered another horse to ride so I could see the trails. It was lovely riding and I enjoyed it very much. This horse I believe is one who didn’t pass the initial vet inspection for the ride. He seemed to have a nice enough disposition but again was very heavy on the forehand although he did respond somewhat to turns. I was told I would have to keep his head up all the time otherwise he would fall down. Sure enough, as soon as I gave him a loose rein, down he went. Other than that, he was a pleasant ride! There were 14 riders in the race, 7 from India and 7 International riders. Of the 14 horses, only 9 finished. Four

The days after

tied up badly and required treatment from the vet. The horses didn’t come through it very well and many were more tired than I have seen horses after a 100 mile ride, and these had only done 60 kms (37 miles). There was supposed to be a presentation of the horses the following morning, but apparently all were unfit to be shown. The awards ceremony after the ride was a splendid affair with many army dignitaries in attendance, including one of India’s top Generals. Not surprising that the staging area was surrounded by armed guards who made their presence felt throughout the day. I was included in the awards ceremony, receiving the same gifts as the others which I thought this was very hospitable of them. Candace, as my crew, also received gifts. The people couldn’t have been nicer - so friendly and warm. After the awards we returned to our house and got ready for the banquet in the evening which was very enjoyable. c

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Prue Critchley (second from right), Candace Oakes (right).

Prue and Candace remained in India for a few more days to see some of the sights (including riding on an elephant – see below – which looked a lot safer than Volvo!). Prue kept a copious diary, too much to publish here so we have just laid out the part that included the event. The rest of the diary can be read at www.horsecountry.ca/archives.htm, and lots more pictures are on Prue’s Facebook page, “Himalayan ride on a shoestring”. Some of Prue’s fundraising efforts included a breeding to Prue’s Arabian stallion *Empres++ which was won by Karin Clarke of Alberta. Jeannette Jardine (www.aimbri-arabians.com) also donated a breeding to one of her two stallions, Straight Egyptian/Al Khamsa - Moon Sheine or Tammen’s Sadik. This was won by Laurie Ridgeway of Saskatchewan. More information is available on assamequestrian.org which has some visuals of an earlier International event under the caption “Eastern Himalayan ride”.

Saddled Up for STARS* – for a full 24 hours!

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*The Shock Trauma Air Rescue Society

At 5 p.m. January 18, the Canadian Northern Lights Drill Team started a 24 hour relay at PineRidge Equine Park, whuch lasted to Saturday January 19 at 5:00 p.m. The team held the relay in conjunction with STARS air ambulance’s Community Challenge presented by Red River Co-op,

compared to long ground transport times of conventional ambulances. STARS has the capability to land in a farmer’s field or on a highway when time matters most. The Northern Light’s team challenge was to have someone riding a horse for the full 24 hours. Saddle-Up

“Support STARS in your community”. The drill team has been fund-raising for STARS since they founded last fall as well as traveling the Central Plains area with STARbear, the service’s mascot, to bring awareness to STARS. The Shock Trauma Air Rescue Society is a non-profit, community-based organization that provides airborne intensive care to critically ill and injured patients. Patient care and transport, emergency medical communications, education and research and fundraising and community partnerships are the pillars of the STARS program. Since it began in 1985, STARS has flown approximately 20,000 missions. STARS relies on government, corporate amd community support through donations and fund-raisers. The program, considered an essential component of the emergency medical system, provides a 24 hour emergency medical communications centre. What most people do not know about STARS is that they never charge the people that they fly. The Canadian Northern Lights Drill Team chose to fund-raise for STARS as a way to give back to the community that supports their goals to compete in the sport of drill. Also, being based in rural Manitoba the team felt it important to promote the time saving and life saving capabilities of STARS when

for STARS team members were not all riders of the drill team. Some members from STARS climbed into the saddle alongside a team member. A local radio DJ, from Power97, Holly Bausman, saddled up on Friday evening. She had so much fun on one horse provided by PineRidge that she stayed on and rode another horse that belonged to a drill team member. A police officer and a paramedic joined in the relay as well as community members aged 6 - 80 that wanted to get involved. STARbear made his first ever ride on a horse. Magic, a 19-year-old Morgan x QH gelding, had the task of standing quiet as STARbear climbed into the saddle at 3:00 a.m., which as you might guess was not a graceful event. Noone ever made saddles to accommodate a bear’s tail, or stirrups large enough for a bear’S foot! On Saturday January 19 at noon, a series of demonstrations of equine sports was held, including reining by Guy Robertson, vaulting by Tara Reimer and her experienced vaulters Erica Hiebert, Abbe Turner, Alanna Dudych. Those trying vaulting for first time were Alexa Dudych and Skylynn Sigurdson. Cutting was demonstrated by Garry Gerbrandt and Dressage by Elaine Banfield. Christine Little rode a western trail course. Northern Lights riders gave a short drill demonstration. While also remaining in the saddle in shifts, the team decided to learn a new drill program through

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the night and demonstrate it for the public the next day. Team member Judi Watt commented, “It is easy to practice and practice a pattern and perform it. To go with the spirit of the challenge and to understand the unique circumstances a flight crew may have to face on any emergency patient-care mission they fly, with variables including terrain, weather, time of day, we thought we would take the knowledge and skill we have and work through the night at a new drill, include a celebrity, and perform it. We knew it would be far from perfect, but it was a lot of fun.” Guy Robertson agreed to Saddle up for STARS with the

team. Judi said, “It was fun incorporating a pro like Guy into the pattern. Of course he, being a pro, was flawless and fit in with the team like he had done drill before.” The pattern was designed to highlight some reining movements, to showcase their guest, which was a unique challenge for the team’s choreographer. Guy was a good sport during practices even when he was asked to join the team on the ground, running the pattern on foot at the onset of the challenge. He even said he would join the team again. The team felt that being in the saddle for 24 hours helped bring more awareness to STARS importance in the community and its fund-raising needs to help keep them in the air. All riders obtained pledges for their challenge and the public event was admission by donation to STARS. Some donations are still being received but to date, $5,797 has been raised with 100% of the funds going to STARS. The team says thank you to Guy Robertson, Elaine Banfield, Garry Gerbrandt, Tara Reimer, Christine Little, the public that dared the roads to get there, the staff at PineRidge that helped make the team feel at home, Holly Bausman, all the donors, STARS riders and hourly relay riders, friends and family that came to ride or help and those at home for their support. Without you they couldn’t have done this event.

Their mission is to promote the sport of equestrian precision drill, and to have a whole lot of fun doing it. Judi Watt said, “Drill is an amazing activity for our horses, and a wonderful cross-training tool for some of our horses which are involved in other sport disciplines.” The team believes in giving back to the community and corporate partners by performing at charity events or just lending a helping hand at one of their events, on or off their horses.

What is drill? An equestrian drill team is a group of horses and riders performing choreographed maneuvers to music. Teams typically perform at rodeos, horse fairs, parades, benefits, and drill team competitions. Drill teams are intended to

About the Canadian Northern Lights Drill Team

entertain, and show sportsmanship, horsemanship, team work and dedication. Competition drill at the national level is a controlled ride and has continuous forward motion. Some competition venues have set up special divisions of competition to provide for novice, rodeo, youth, gaited and special effects (as allowed at the venue) such as theme and drama. Theme drill provides a division that allows teams to showcase their uniforms, horse ability, music, and inclusions of trick riding or other variations. Members must have a uniform appearance, including outfits, hats, tack, and flags (if used). Horses should be of the same type, e.g. stock type, gaited, or miniature, however matching horse colors or breeds are at the team’s discretion. Teams can range in size from four horses (Quad team) to 20+ horses. At competitions, a drill team is judged on ability, including spacing and alignment, timing and coordination, originality, difficulty, and attractiveness of patterns, speed, horsemanship, uniformity, manners of the animals, music, and crowd appeal. Categories can include Novice, Youth, 4-H, Gaited, Theme, Rodeo, Quad, or Open. The United States Equestrian Drill Association (USEDA) is the governing body for mounted drill and color guard competitions in the United States. The USEDA sanctions competitions throughout the United States. The United States Equestrian Drill Championship (USEDC) is held each June at the Texas Rose Horse Park near Lindale, Texas as part of Super Ride - an International Festival of the Equestrian Arts. c

They are a group of riders located in south central Manitoba, Canada on the road to actively participate in Drill Competitions and performances in Canada and the USA, and are the only competitive drill team in Manitoba.

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Does your horse buck? How to handle it.

Above we see Emma Tarvis, our horse trainer from Winnipeg, on a 4-year-old gelding in the canter. Emma shows a low hand, legs that rest against the horse securely and a slightly inclined posture, perfect to not convey too much pressure to the horse through her seat. A good and balanced seat is essential when training young horses, because they usually struggle with the unusual weight on their backs while staying in balance themselves. If the rider droops to one side, buckles in the hip or is stiff in the hip and unable to follow the movement of the horse, the horse does not feel comfortable.

Depending on its temperament, the horse will give in to its fate and will try to aid the rider’s errors. Mentally strong horses however will show the rider very clearly that they do not like the incorrect way of riding and will fight back. They will be unwilling to move forward or will try to buck. The horse will signal its intention to buck by shaking its head and trying to put its head between its legs. The rider should react by sitting deeply in the horse, shifting his weight to the back and raising his hands. By doing this, the rider takes away the horse’s chance of lifting its back to buck. Think about rodeo horses. They always carry their heads just above the ground to buck, and our horses do the same thing.

Above, Emma has sensed the horse’s upcoming tension and has reacted immediately: She raised her hands while keeping her balanced seat, her legs still low and close against the horse, her balance point further back. During the next canter step the horse relaxed and continued cantering without bucking. Young horses do buck every once in a while out of pure joy and one should not take away the horse’s pleasure in moving forward, while making sure that the horse knows that bucking is forbidden, which can be prevented securely and permanently. I would like to emphasize the importance of a good and secure seat, which is why young horses should be trained with well-fitting tack and by an experienced rider. Invest in a good trainer who will help you during the first months of training your horse instead of spending dollars on other things, such as expensive blankets and colorful wraps, which are useless to the horse. You will have faster and permanent success. c

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When riding young horses, but also when riding old horses, there is always the possibility that they will buck. This can have many different causes: A badly-fitting saddle, high spirits, a distraction outside the arena or an unbalanced rider. It is important to make sure that the saddle fits well, so that it does not cause pressure points or hinders the horse. Some riders use too many saddle pads made out of many different materials, which does not allow the horse’s back muscles to move and prevents the horse from lifitng its back and showing fluent movements. If a saddle fits well, only a saddle pad is needed, and gel pads or other such padding is unnecessary. A saddle should be checked once a year because a horse’s back muscles change and cause the saddle to fit differently. Especially, a young horse’s back muscles change quickly. Some trainers believe it is acceptable to start a young horse with an old saddle but that is not a good idea. The first experience with that unfamiliar thing on their backs should be positive and the horse will thank its rider in the future. Once our horse has a saddle that fits, the next step is the secure and in balanced seat of the rider.

By Irene Schweckendieck, Gestüt Landhaus Schweckendieck, Wietmarschen, Germany.

Dressage: Western Style

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Western Style Dressage!

western judges. As showing or competing may not be for As an unofficial and practised approach to horsemanship everyone, the tests laid out give riders incentive to continue for countless years, cowboys have recognized the need for their quest for higher learning and progression. their horses to be supple, soft and balanced. To excel and As Western Style Dressage comes out from behind barn stand out in such fields as reining, roping and show, the doors, so does its following and in 2011, the Western Style methods used by world class dressage riders/trainers were Dressage Association of Canada was created. greatly respected. By combining these classical training As a recognized “not for profit” group registered with techniques with the western terminology and tradition of Equine Canada, the Association makes available a platform the cowboy lifestyle, an official and recognizable discipline to bring together those who aspire to build a successful came to be…Western Style Dressage. partnership with their horses. Instilling confidence and The objective of this discipline is the ability to realize coherence, riders learn to develop a foundation to build on the capability of your horse and yourself through control, that harmonious relationship they seek with their horse. attention and relaxation (viewed as building blocks), In August, DJ Cairns is conducting a Dressage Clinic thus enhancing the ease of movement, lightness and at Hidden Meadows Ranch, North Battleford, SK, which harmony. will be followed by a Dressage Show (Heritage Circuit, Dressage practices and methods correctly develop the Prairie Cup & EC Bronze). The show is open to Western horse and build the horse’s confidence level and willingness Riders too. to perform the basics correctly with little apparent effort. For information on Western Style Dressage in While respecting the value of the western lifestyle (use of Canada, check out the Association website: www. western tack), WSD encourages and develops a systematic westernstyledressage.ca training process that benefits both horse and rider. The ultimate goal is the advancement and enhancement of Cowboy Dressage (US version) physical, mental and even spiritual togetherness with Western Style Dressage’s leading sportsman in the US is the horse through the performance of logical sequences Eitan Beth-Halachmy, who operates Wolf Creek Ranch and specific training exercises. with his wife Debbie. While learning to exercise self Eitan and his Morgan control (thus remaining in relaxed, stallion,aaa Santa Fe Renegade, efficient and aesthetically pleasing have performed at the last two movements), WSD principles help World Equestrian Games. In 2006 both horse and rider to obtain the Eitan and Santa Fe Renegade symmetry that is needed to cement represented the US in the Closing the skills of this joint venture. Ceremony in Aachen, Germany. One of the highlights of WSD The pair were honored a second is that no prior dressage training time by being asked to participate is needed and any breed of horse in the Opening Ceremony at the (or even mule) can take part. 2010 World Equestrian Games in With clinics and shows taking Lexington, KY. place across the country, one is Debbie Beth-Halachmy able to participate in specifically has been instrumental in the designed rules and patterns which development of the Western are judged by dressage rather than Dressage Association of America,

Western Style Dressage Rulebook© defines the Objectives of WSD: WSD-102

1. The objective of Western Style Dressage is the correct development of the horse so that the horse becomes an athlete who is a pleasure to ride, who works in harmony with the rider. The result of this training is a horse that is calm, supple, loose, balanced and flexible. The horse is also confident and willing to perform the correct basics with little effort. 2. The quality of this training is seen in: a. The freedom and regularity of the gaits. b. The harmony, lightness, and ease of the movements. c. The lightness of the forehand, and the engagement of the hindquarters originating from lively impulsion. d. The acceptance of light contact with the bit, and submissiveness without any tension or resistance. 3. The horse gives the impression of doing, of its own accord, what is required. The horse will appear confident and attentive, submitting generously to the control of the rider. an organization formed to combine and promote the Western traditions with classical dressage. Debbie has spearheaded the creation of Light Hands Horsemanship, a collaboration of several nationally ranked clinicians with attendees from all across the United States as well as several other countries. c Photos and videos can be found here:

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Goodbye to Guinness: the Morgan formerly known as Prince by Babs Hamilton..

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Babs Hamilton and Guinness, on the trail.

It was 40 years of dreaming and wondering when, or even if, I would finally get to take that step into a world that I heard forever calling my name. Forty years of imagining what that first horse would look like, sound like, feel like, smell like. Forty very long years of asking myself, am I ready? It was near the end of the summer of 2000 when I first met “Prince” (Nipper Morgan x Little Cliff’s Dream), a 15 hh, 7-year-old Morgan gelding, liver chestnut in colour with a long wide white blaze and eyes that beamed a glorious light of inquisitiveness and curiosity. I remember him standing next to me (we had just found out he was for sale) and nuzzling me as if to say “Come on, take a chance on me.” I remember his soft brown eyes staring deep into mine and if anyone ever claims that there is no such thing as a connection between a woman and a horse, they are so wrong. We made that connection! We shared that connection! We truly loved that connection. He became my soul-mate. He became Guinness. For the next twelve years, that incredible horse taught this middle-aged novice rider everything! He was very gentle and although there were times when he challenged me, it was done in such a way that it not only helped to build my confidence but also allowed me to grow and to

learn. He was an excellent teacher and an even better friend. He taught me to love and appreciate the Morgan breed, a breed that is known for its wonderful disposition and versatility and he was a great ambassador! Over the years we attended many clinics and helped raise money for various charities. He was a true gentleman on the trail and did everything I asked him to whether it was going through water or across trellis bridges. I trusted him and he trusted me. Our partnership was a thing of beauty and one in a million. There wasn’t anything I wouldn’t feel confident in doing with him. We took part in night We were devastated to hear that Guinness, our cover horse for Issue 8-2012, had passed away due to colic. We asked his owner to write about it, as we had had so many comments on the cover. Editor

time Christmas parades where he was decked out in silver tinsel, sparkles, red velvet and twinkling lights. He delighted the onlookers but especially the kids. Guinness loved children and on a moment’s notice, would have one on his back, a silent grin on their face and a glow in their eyes. One moment that stands out in my mind is a parade Riding the Hogsback in the Souris that we took part in. I had River Valley. walked Guinness over to a little girl of about 3 or 4 that stood all wide-eyed along the parade route. She never spoke a word but looked at Guinness with adoring eyes. I asked her if she wanted to pet him and she just silently nodded. Next thing I knew, she jumped forward and wrapped her little arms around his chest and just held him. I looked up at her grandmother and saw a tear in her eyes as she mouthed the words “thank you” and took some pictures. All the while, Guinness stood perfectly still as this little darling of a girl held him close, her cheek pressed against the softness of his coat. It brought a tear to my eye and tugged at my heart. He had that effect on people. Our best times together had to be when we rode the trails around our place alone. Just Guinness, myself and a few of the dogs. Those rides were the best, a time when we would “talk”. He would listen to my problems or stories of sorrow (like when my father passed away) and helped me make life decisions without ever judging me.

The Traveler’s Day Parade.

There was that connection again. Memories of those rides are golden, something that can never be taken away from me, something that I will cherish until my time is ended and something that I now miss terribly. On Friday, January 18, 2013, Guinness passed away. The images of that day haunt me and I keep telling myself to remember the good times. It is easier said than done as the pain runs deep and to this day is still very raw. We buried him in the apple orchard…a place I can see from my living room window and although I thought that that would bring me peace, it doesn’t right now. Perhaps it will one day. I miss him and see his ghostly figure across the fields and along the trails. He was my soul-mate and I feel like a part of me is missing. There are other horses but for me there will only ever be one Guinness…my Guinness…who now waits patiently at the gate so that we may saddle up and once again ride the trails. c

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Selkirk Silver Spurs 4-H Club. 100 years and going strong.

The organization first known as the Boys and Girls Club, now known as 4-H, turns 100 years-old in 2013. Many people who grew up in rural areas have fond memories of their years in 4-H and all the fun events they attended. The Selkirk Silver Spurs 4-H Club head leader, Deb Hygaard, is looking for those memories, written down, to be shared with the rest of 4-H past and present members. Deb is looking for stories, photos (reprints, so no one loses an original), old 4-H t-shirts, even 4-H projects, if you wish to display them. The Selkirk Silver Spurs 4-H Club hopes to have a visual display to attract new members to join 4-H Clubs. The display will be held in conjunction with the Triple S Fair and Rodeo on July 12 – 14, 2013 in Selkirk, MB. Some old 4-H books, projects and photos have already been collected, and will be displayed, with a memory book and a 100th Anniversary cake, at the park. Former members are encouraged to visit and write their favorite 4-H memories in the book. Also as part of the 100th Anniversary, and to complete their part of the community service to their Club, their community and their country, the Selkirk Silver Spurs 4-H Club have volunteered to partner with the Triple S Fair and Rodeo to repair the open air barn. The Club is putting up money to get the barn fixed so it is once again user friendly. The 4-H Club is looking for donations of time and money to help in this endeavor, as it is just one of the ways it can make their community a better place to live and grow and prosper. A sign with be put up on the barn celebrating 4H’s 100th Anniversary and listing all donors who helped with this project. Deb remembers that in the past, 4-H, at least locally, was showcased at the Fair. “I remember the Beef and Dairy Clubs filling the open air barn and the other barns, and

From Deb Hygaard.

my friends showing their animals. The Ladies Building was jammed with 4-H Combined Clubs’ projects worked on over the 4-H year. The horse show was held Saturday sometimes so late that car lights had to be turned on to light the ring to finish the show.” She added, “I grew up in 4-H, learned to ride, make speeches, give visual presentations, and I even made it to the Provincial level a few times. I have fond memories of two 4-H exchange trips, and 4-H rallies at the Red River Ex and elsewhere, and these were enough to make me want our children to experience the same things. Local 4-H started with the Clandeboye Combine Club, run by Mrs. B. Dawson, and they had fun. Later, I became a leader in Exploring 4-H with Mrs. T. Heinrichs. All four of our children went on to belong to the Selkirk Silver Spurs 4-H Club run by Mrs. C. Masson. I then became the head leader, and have been with the Club for over 10 years in that capacity.” 4-H still offers fun projects, events, speeches and visual presentations and travel opportunities Improve your riding expertise in 4-H. for members. You can check them out at www.4h.mb.ca for more information or visit at the fair. Stop by the 100th Anniversary display or the 4-H food booth by the rodeo grounds. You will recognize members by their hunter green 4-H t-shirts. Many other events are planned throughout the year, open to all former and present 4-H members to attend. A list of the events, too many to list here, are being planned at National, Provincial, Area and Club level. You can reconnect with 4-H and share your successes by completing the Alumni Registry form online with Facebook: www.facebook.com/manitoba4h or download the form at www.4h.mb.ca, c The Selkirk Silver Spurs 4-H club hopes to see you at the Triple S Fair. Contact Deb Hygaard at 204-482-4856 for more information.

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SASKATCHEWAN EQUINE EXPO 2013 Once again a resounding success, the 2nd Annual Equine Expo (February 15-17) happened too close to Horse Country’s deadline to cover in full. Regardless, here are the results and some reminders of the Canada’s Ultimate Cowhorse Event, and the Trainer’s Challenge. More coverage and images of the weekend’s events will come in the next magazine.

Canada’s Ultimate Cowhorse Event - Results 1st – John Swales from Millarville, AB. Payout $6,000 2nd – Brad Pedersen from Lacombe, AB. Payout $3,000 3rd – Suzon Schaal from Calgary, AB. Payout $2,050 4th – Rod Thiessen from Estevan, SK. Payout $1,650

2nd place: Brad Pedersen and Smart Sassy Date, owned by Greg Gartner.

4th place: Rod Thiessen and Chexboonsmal, owned by Frehlick Quarter Horses.

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1st place: John Swales and Smart Marina, owned by John Swales.

Dale Clearwater was winner of the Trainers’ Challenge, and also entered the Cowboy Challenge on Pepinic Kid, owned by Justabouta Ranch.

3rd place: Suzon Schaal and Genuine Brown Gal, owned by Suzon Schaal.

Contestants in Canada’s Ultimate Cowhorse Competition performed four elements of cow work to showcase their (and their horse’s) skills. Photos on this page are all from the Fence work element, where each entered alone with a single cow and attempted to “box” it, ie keep it confined at one end of the arena. The cow was then driven up and down the long side of the arena next to the fence, headed

off and forced to turn when a change of direction is required. At least one clean turn on the fence is required in each direction. In the final phase, the contest should work quickly and efficiently to drive the animal in a full circle one way and then the other. c

More photos from this competition and the Breed Show are available at www.horsecountry.ca/gallery.html

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Pony Play Games & Puzzles $13.50 ISBN 978-1-60342-063-1 Jackie the Jack Russell terrier and Barney the barn owl are in-theknow guides for a puzzle-packed tour around the horse farm. Horse Games & Puzzles $13.50 ISBN 978-1-58017-538-8 More than 1,000 riddles, quizzes and games will keep young horse lovers happy for hours. Children aged 8-12. Easy-Gaited Horses $29.50 By Lee Ziegler. ISBN 978-1-58017-562-3 Discover the pleasures of riding a horse that is calm, obedient, relaxed, and sure-footed. Lee Ziegler provides a comprehensive guide to using humane methods to train a horse that’s comfortable to ride. From defining various gaits to explaining equine anatomy to training a variety of horses in specific gaits, this is the definitive guide to good gaited horsemanship. Equipping Your Horse Farm $29.50 By Cherry Hill. ISBN 978-1-58017-843-3 This companion volume to Horsekeeping on a Small Acreage offers in-depth information on every aspect of selecting, maintaining, and operating tractors and horse trailers – essential equipment for horsekeepers.

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Horse Showing for Kids $38.50 By Cheryl Kimball. ISBN 978-1-58017-501-2 Full-color; photographs and illustrations throughout . Horsekeeping on a Small Acreage $34.95 By Cherry Hill. ISBN 978-1-58017-535-7 Provide the best equine care while maintaining responsible land practices. Cherry Hill shows how in this thoroughly updated, fullcolor edition of her best-selling classic on Horsekeeping.

by Ishbel Moore.

A Brief Look at Stomach Ulcers.

How do horses get them and what can be done? How will you know if your horse has one?

A person might think their normally amiable horse is having training difficulties when in fact it is in pain. This pain could be for any number of reasons, e.g. teeth issues, ovulation in mares, or sore backs, or navicular. Another cause could be a stomach ulcer.

What is an ulcer?

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An ulcer is an erosion or split in the lining of the esophagus, small intestine or stomach. The acid is then able to attack the muscular wall beneath, causing pain, inflammation and sometimes bleeding, which can be debilitating and can potentially threaten the life of the horse. Horses with ulcers are more common than one might think. In fact, it is believed that 33% of stallconfined horses, almost 50% of all foals, 60% of performance horses, and 90% of racehorses might suffer from Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS) or Equine Gastric Ulcer Disease (EGUD). They cannot verbalize their pain and so we may not have any idea why our equine friend’s temperament changes. How could this happen?

Stress: As each horse is different in temperament and ability, it is difficult to be specific regarding what activities produce stress. A laid-back horse will experience stress too, but it will be somewhat different from that of a flighty one. No horse is immune. Whatever the stressor is, it is generally thought that it will decrease the amount of blood flow to the stomach. This makes the lining of the stomach more prone to injury from acid.

Stressors can come in many forms, just as in humans, such as all those extra hours practicing before a show, constantly being on alert, moving from location to location, trauma or fear, not eating regularly or not eating the right kinds of food, an excess of certain medications, not getting enough play time, and many more reasons. The Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association reported in their September 2005 issue that 7/10 horses developed ulcers when involved in weekend shows which included hauling, feeding twice a day, and stall confinement. Australian Herbalist, Robert McDowell, comments, “The modern racehorse has been tested and found to be suffering from high levels of stress much of the time. This reaches its peak at 4.30 a.m. or whatever time the lights are first turned on The esophagus. in the morning. We must conclude that this is because the animal doesn’t know what will happen to it on any given day. Maybe its first experience of the day will be to be given a large injection in the neck or maybe a gastroscopic inspection down its nose. Maybe it is to be shipped off to a hospital to be drugged and operated on. Maybe it will get one hour of track work and spend the rest of the day locked up. Maybe it is Melbourne Cup day. What has been demonstrated is that their stress levels don’t abate until they know more or less what is in store for them for the day.” It does not take much of a leap of logic to understand how this can also be translatable to the horse(s) in your backyard. A lot can be said for routine, such as feeding at the same times, regular exercise periods, consistent handling, and stress-free management or training by

Not eating regularly: One of the biggest factors is that horses need to eat frequently. Evolved to graze, their stomach is small compared to that of a human. The stomach is divided into a non-glandular portion (two-thirds) which produces the enzymes and the constantly produced hydrochloric acid needed for digestion, and another portion (one-third) which produces substances that protect the stomach from the acid and enzymes. Without regular eating, and therefore without consistent amounts of grass, hay or feed present, the acid builds up and can cause irritation. Becky Hothersall, a researcher studying Equine Learning and Cognition in the USA says, “There is a growing body of evidence to suggest that the more you can mimic the almost continuous grazing behavior of horses in the wild, the better.”

Amount of exercise / training: According to the American Association of Equine Practitioners in 2003, one cause of ulcers was the mere act of exercising the horse without enough food in the gut. The more exercise the horse gets, the less time he spends eating and his feeding patterns will change, which results in an increase of acid, and he is more likely to develop an ulcer. Studies from the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (Ontario) suggest, “The stress of a training regimen on the animal causes the increased release of corticosteroids and subsequent decreased in blood flow to the stomach lining. This interferes with the natural protective mechanisms and results in more damage from stomach acids.” An article in the UK’s Horse & Hound magazine noted that, “The high abdominal pressures that occur in a galloping horse may be sufficient to squeeze the acid stomach contents into the upper, acid sensitive nonglandular portion of the stomach.”

Medications: Robert McDowell believes that, “The modern competition horse also is likely to have quite a lot of exposure to phenylbutazone (Bute) which is routinely used to treat pain and inflammation. Although its administration is meant to be only under veterinary supervision, it has become commonplace to find owners and trainers administering this substance too frequently and in larger than recommended amounts.” This is backed up by the Ontario government study that states, “Medications, such

as corticosteroids (prednisolone, dexamethasone) or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDS, e.g. Bute, flunixin meglumine or Banamine) may similarly cause gastric ulceration.”

How will I know if my horse has or might have an ulcer? Arriving at a true diagnosis of a gastric ulcer in your horse can be very difficult. Some clues may be: • Reduced appetite • Poor body condition and coat • Decreased performance • Change in attitude • Mental dullness • Low grade colic • Lying down more than normal In foals, some of the signs could include: • Excessive salivation • Teeth grinding • Poor appetite • Diarrhea • Lying on the back • Intermittent colic, often after nursing or eating

How do I treat ulcers? It is important that a veterinarian be consulted. He or she can perform the necessary tests, provide the diagnosis, and prescribe medications (antacids like magnesium hydroxide; histamine-receptor antagonists like Cimetidine or Ranitidine; anti-ulcer medications like Omeprazole and Sucralfate). For high performance and elite equine athletes, the easiest solutions may not be the easiest to implement. Some suggestions are: • Reduce the amount of grain and concentrates in the diet • Increase the amount of roughage • Reduce the amount of time spent in training • Feed hay before training time • Keep stress to a minimum • Provide continuous access to forage • Give lots of pasture time • Give them time to mix with other horses and a sense of a little freedom • Structure predictable daily activities which contain positive elements for the horse to look forward to • Do not overuse Bute Other suggestions include: continued on page 32

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compassionate and understanding owners or handlers.

An Exciting Milestone for Ariana Chia Ariana Chia and her Manitoba-born Dutch mare, Wishtadanz, achieved yet another huge milestone in the Equestrian sport of Dressage in February in Wellington, Florida. They made their debut in Intermediare 1 with a score of 64.5%, placing 4th. Over the weekend, they held their ground, competing against such noted Olympians as Ashley Holzer. Ariana’s trainer, two-time Olympian Tom Dvorak, commented, “They belonged in that ring.” He also noted that at 21 years-old, Ariana was up against the heavyweights of the A list in the dressage world. What’s most rewarding is that Ariana achieved this with a mare that she has owned and trained from the time

Wishtadanz was a foal. Ariana began working with Wish when she was just 11 years-old. This marks the 3rd time that Ariana has represented Canada; twice as a Junior Young Rider, and recently as a Young Rider at the North American Junior Ride and Young Rider Championships. Now confirmed at Intermediare 1, the duo have just two steps left on the ladder to reach the Grand Prix level. Congratulations to Ariana Chia and Wishtadanz, both Manitobans, for representing Canada and the art of Dressage in such a positive fashion. c See Ariana’s ride here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=moc1tMPFm6c

Ariana and Wishtadanz in the ring.

Ariana consulting with her coach, Tom Dvorak.

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ULCERS – continued from page 31

• Herbal treatments, such as Chamomile or Slippery Elm tea. It is strongly recommended that you consult a recognized and reliable equine herbalist prior to trying anything along this line. • Dried cabbage, raw pumpkin seeds (soaked), flax, and Vitamin C, have been thought to help. Again, it is recommended you consult the herbalist first. • Give probiotics to aid digestion. In conclusion, if you think your horse might have a gastric ulcer, contact your vet. Meanwhile it won’t hurt to reduce your horse’s stress, increase “play”, provide consistent correct feeding patterns, and think about any medications you give the horse. Although ulcers can be prevented, one that has

been eating away at the stomach lining will need major veterinary and medicinal assistance. If one is just beginning, it is completely possible to heal it. Remember - what horses consider as “stressful” may seem inconsequential to humans. c

Note 1: Stomach ulcers in humans are sometimes caused by the bacteria H-pylori. There has been no evidence for this in horses. Note 2: This article does not deal with hind gut or colonic ulcers.

Horse Country is Heartland’s choice!

Above and below: Georgie would rather read Horse Country than start with her recorder lessons.

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A large proportion of Canada’s equine community has been locked into the ins and outs, ups and downs of CBC’s “Heartland”, aired on Sunday evenings. For all three seasons, Horse Country has been asked to send “set dressing” copies, and we have been happy to oblige. For Season 3 a special disclaimer had to be signed. The Heartland director would be showing “a new cast member” reading the magazine. Well, it turned out to be Georgie, an 11-year-old girl who arrives at Heartland unexpectedly and by chance. When she thinks a new program at school will give her a digital recorder but it turns out to be a woodwind instrument she rebels against the class. She would rather do something else. Guess what? She turns to a magazine! And of course Horse Country, as your family equine magazine, is ready to hand. See the full episode 14 here, aired Sunday February 17. www.cbc.ca/player/Shows/Shows/Heartland/ID/2336157991

The R. D. Payne Equine Scholarship Are you a student working towards a career in the equine industry? Check out the R.D Payne Equine Scholarship.

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The Scholarship

The R. D. Payne Equine Scholarship is presented annually to an individual striving to advance their equestrian abilities and, ultimately, pursuing a career in the equine industry. The scholarship was named to honour Rick Payne’s lifelong commitment to the equine community, his ability to increase the profile of the equestrian sport and his ongoing efforts to elevate the quality of competition available to Manitobans. Rick passed away suddenly in November of 2011. At that time it was decided by the Red River Exhibition Association Board of Directors to rename the newly established Red River Exhibition Association’s equine scholarship in Rick’s name. The Red River Exhibition Foundation was established in 1997 to provide scholarships to deserving Manitobans in keeping with the Association’s mandate “to promote industry, commerce, tourism and agriculture.” The Foundation now offers twenty scholarships annually for students to further their studies in the Aerospace, Tourism, Agriculture, Business and Automotive Industry sectors. The $1,000 R.D. Payne Equine Scholarship will be awarded to an active participant in equine activities who is able to outline plans to be involved in the equine industry in the future, and who is also a member of the Manitoba Horse Council and a Manitoba resident. Scholarship funds may be applied to the cost of advanced technical and academic education and to subsidize relevant travel costs. Applications should be sent as an email attachment in WORD, RTF or PDF to foundation@redriverex.com As well as the regular contact information, the application must contain a concise proposal outlining the applicant’s goals and specific plans for career development, including what the applicant intends to accomplish and its relevance to the equine industry. Include the equine disciplines you have personally participated in and levels of accomplishments. Application Deadline is 4:30 p.m. the second Friday in May.

The scholarship will be formally awarded at the Manitoba Farm Family of the Year and Agri-Food Industry Scholarships dinner.

About Rick Payne Rick’s entrepreneurial spirit began when he was proud to take ownership of his first successful business at the age of 20. His desire to support and provide for his family was strong and his dedicated work ethic helped him achieve success early in life. Recognized for integrity and fairness in his personal and business dealings, he was highly respected by colleagues and others in the equine and agricultural industries across the country. His love of horses led Rick into the business ventures that he would pursue for the rest of his life. After selling his first business, he became a farrier. Soon after, he managed and then purchased a long established equestrian facility that became known as Westgates Horse & Country which grew to become one of the largest equestrian centres in the prairies. It is still active under new ownership. A rarity in the equestrian world, Rick excelled in both English and Western disciplines; riding, training, coaching and developing young riders. Rick enjoyed great success in showing cutting horses nationally and internationally as well as coaching hunter and jumper competitors up to the North American Young Rider level. After many years of business in the retail and wholesale equestrian equipment industry, Rick decided to shift gears and retire in 2009, but he still continued to provide specialized saddle fitting services for clients riding and competing in both English and Western disciplines. Volunteering was a significant part of Rick’s life. Throughout the years he worked to improve the profile of the equestrian sport and the quality of competition available to equestrians in Manitoba. He served as Vice President of the Canadian Equestrian Federation (now Equine Canada) and as such led the development of the first Western Coaching Certification Program. Among the many boards he served on he was proud to have been a

founding director for the Manitoba Riding for the Disabled, which ran its programs at Westgates Stable for 15 years. In 1999, Rick served as an advisor to the Pan Am Games facilities committee for the equestrian events that were held at the Red River Exhibition Park. This led to a long association with the Red River Exhibition Association where, at the time of his passing, Rick held an executive position on the board. Rick touched numerous lives throughout his career and lifetime. He served his family and the entire equestrian community with dedication and commitment. c The application form for the scholarship can be found at www.redriverex.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/FinalRDPayneScholarship2012.pdf

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Mail completed applications to 3977 Portage Avenue Winnipeg, Manitoba R3K 2E8 Phone: 204-888-6990 Fax: 204-888-6992 foundation@redriverex.com redriverex.com

E S R HO Nut s

The page for kids who are just nuts about horses! We welcome stories, drawings and photos from young readers. All entries published will win a prize so make sure you include your name, address and age on your entry.

Someone wrote a nonsense rhyme using pictures, letters and numbers. Sound out what’s pictured to figure out the words in the rhyme. Add the sounds together to make a word when “+” signs are used. The answer is on page 52.

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Where did the arena letters come from?

In the Old Imperial German Court the walls of the Royal Stable yard were initially marked with letters indicating where the King and his courtiers were to be seated. But what about A, X and C? The center line was added for the 1920 Olympics so the judges had a common map to make the judging consistent. (Diagram not to scale.)

Kaiser/ King

Vassal

Edeling/ Ehrengast/ Guest of Honor

Chatzkanzler/ Hofsmarschall/ Chancellor of Lord Chancellor Exchequer

Fürst/ Prince

Pferdeknecht/ Ostler

Bannerträger/ Standard Bearer

Ritter/ Knight

Meier/ Steward

Manitoba Trail Riding Club had many great rides this past year, with great weather and lots of amazing trails. • Provincial Champion, Open division: Angela Lavallee on Abby • Provincial Champion, Novice division: Angela Roberts on TW Kenora • Provincial Reserve Champion, Novice division: Iris Oleksuk on SMAC Mounted Relay Results • 1st Ginette Paille on Captain Cruise • 2nd Aime St. Vincent on Isis • 3rd Iris Oleksuk on SMAC Thanks to the sponsors Renegade Hoof Boots, Nickers Saddlery and Long Rider Gear. For the 2013 Ride Season In thanks for the many years of support the Manitoba Arabian Horse Association (MAHA) has provided to the Manitoba Trail Riding Club, MTRC will be supporting three classes at the upcoming MAHA Horse Show in May. Ride format for the 2013 ride season will be: • 15 mile Training Ride – 15 mile trail with a vet check at the beginning and end. Great for introducing young horses to

the sport or a low stress way for new riders to learn how the sport works • 25 mile: Novice Division – two loops with vet checks at the beginning, end and midway to confirm horse’s fitness to continue. • 40 mile: Open Division – three/ four loops with vet checks at the beginning, end and midway to confirm horse’s fitness to continue. MTRC has added a forum to their website. It has a Q & A section for advice and tips for newcomers interested in the sport, a section for vehicle and trailer sharing to rides plus other sections. www.mbtrailridingclub.ca/html/forum.html MTRC will be hosting a table at Horse 3 in Brandon this April. Come visit us for answers to any questions you may have, or to sign up to the club. For the 2013 ride season MTRC will be taking preregistration for rides. If payment is received at least a week in advance of the ride date, riders will receive a discount on ride fees. Discounts are also given to MTRC members. (Right) Iris Oleksuk and SMAC.

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Manitoba Trail Riding Club

Manitoba Trail Riding Club from Jen Simons

Around... and About... Have you, or someone you know, won an award, been nominated to a Board, done something special? Do you know of something you think other riders would be interested in?

Let us know what’s happening in your neighborhood. Send comments and web links to editor@ horsecountry.ca.

Birds Hill Park Horse Riders - be aware

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Although Manitoba Parks agency has been very kind to us over the past couple of years, in 2013 the situation goes back to normal. You WILL need a Park Pass to enter the park with a vehicle. Vehicle Permits: Annual - $30.00 (valid until April 30, 2013). Casual - $8.00 (valid for 3 consecutive days from the date of purchase). Daily - $4.00 (valid until midnight on the date of purchase). Free Entry is still offered on the Family Fishing Weekend, June 8 - 10; Canada’s Parks Day, July 20 - 22; and September Long Weekend, August 31 - September 3 Some of the places you can buy a pass are: • The 59er on Hwy 59 on the west side of the park; • Canadian Tire; • The Esso in Oakbank; • The Garven Corner Store. Happy Trails, eveyone.

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Calling all Gaited Horse owners!

Dennis Quilliams of QUAVAH HorseSense is holding a HorseManShip Gaited Horse Clinic at the Second Chance Ranch, 292 McPhillips Road, St. Andrews. Horse and rider is $335 (limited to 12 participants). Spectators $35/day or $80 all 3 days. Dennis will cover all aspects of gaited riding, including saddle fitting for the gaited horse. Beverages and snacks are included and lunch will be available for purchase. Contact Linda Cruden, horsepwr@highspeedcrow.ca 204-444-4927 (home) 204444-5252 (cell).

Bonnie Hamlin announced, “I’ve just received notice that I’ve been accepted as a signature member of International Equine Artists (IEA). I’m just so excited! The IEA are a group of international professional fine artists, who focus on horses in their art. I’ve really admired them and am so honoured to be accepted into this elite group. I’m celebrating today - then back to work tomorrow.” See Bonnie’s work at www.bonniehamlin.com. Sheryl Feller, of BlueBear Farms, Sanford, MB, announced, “After a very long day, I am now an Equine Canada certified instructor and have been encouraged to proceed to competition coach!” MANITOBA QUARTER HORSE ASSOCIATION is offering a new competition! The AQHA Trail Challenge is an Outdoor trail pattern with between 6 -12 obstacles, to test the partnership of the horse and rider. Level 1 – Training (for a new partnership where the relationship/trust is still forming – obstacles will be easier to navigate). Level 2 – Intermediate (an established relationship that exhibits trust when navigating the obstacles). Level 3 – Master (a well established partnership that can navigate more difficult obstacles). It will be an officially judged and scored event, and prizes are available for each level and category. The Categories are AQHA Youth and Adult, All breed Adult and Youth. In the AQHA categories competitors can earn Trail Challenge Merits(TCM) on their horse’s official record as long as they hold a current AQHA or AQHYA membership and have proof of registration for their horse. Contact Shelley Minaudier Email shelmin@mymts.net phone 204-749-2316.

Sask atchewan Paint Horse Club

The club wants to say THANK YOU to their generous sponsors who contributed to the Wheelbarrow of Wonders raffle draw at Equine Expo 2013: Early’s, Claypools Boot and Jean, Frontier Spay and Neuter, La Plaine QH and Paints, Equine health management services, Peavey Mart, Superior Equine Products, Greenhawk Saskatoon, Dana Derenoski, Taylor Gardner, Stephanie McMillan, Lorraine Beaudette, the SjPHC, and Bin There Tack Shop! Congratulations to Karlee Bender and Skye Denham of Porcupine Plains on winning the Wheelbarrow of Wonders raffle draw! And also congrats to Tyler-Anne Boxall on winning the early bird membership draw for a SPHC designer T-shirt and cap.

CQHA Seeks Team Canada Coach and Team Canada Manager for 2014 AQHA Youth World Cup The next American Quarter Horse Association Youth World Cup will be held in College Station Bryan, Texas from July 2-15, 2014. The CQHA is now actively seeking applications for the two volunteer positions of Team Canada Coach and Team Canada Manager for the 2014 Youth World Cup, both of whom must be Canadian citizens. The Team Coach’s position will be of interest to experienced professional horse trainers/youth exhibitor coaches who can work in multiple disclines. The Team Manager’s support position will be of interest to experienced sport administrators. A list of each position’s duties and responsibilities is posted on the CQHA website (Youth World Cup section). Letters of application outlining relevant qualifications must be postmarked by April 15, 2013 and forwarded to Kathy M. Patterson, CQHA Youth World Cup Chair, 4912 RD 179 RR#1 Bornholm ON N0K 1A0. Individuals may apply for either position however preference will be given to coach/manager applicant pairs who can demonstrate they have a prior working relationship, as they will be in constant contact during the months leading up to the 2014 event. www.cqha.ca/htm_pages/youth_world_cup_about.htm

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Ashley Fudge of Oakbank, MB, and WENDY ROBINSON of WINNIPEG, MB, have been awarded a commemorative plaque and certificate for a complementary pair of ProChaps halfchaps as part of Equine Canda’s “ProChaps National Coaching Awards”. The awards are for those coaches and instructors who exemplify the National Coaching Program and set an example promoting rider education through the national Learn to Ride/Drive programs. Nomination was run by the provinces and final selections were submitted to Equine Canada by the provinces.

Passages

Tannis and her old barrel mare, Classy.

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Association (MRRA) and Manitoba Barrel Racing TANNIS PANASCHUK It is with deep sorrow that the passing was announced of Association (MBRA) and qualified for the finals in all of them. Her biggest achievement in rodeo was when she won Tannis Panaschuk on February 18, 2013. Her biggest passion in life was her horses, as she ate, several rodeos with MRRA including the finals and the year slept and breathed them. She loved competing in rodeos championship, and won her two buckles in 2007 on Jack but when she became too sick to compete she worked when she was still going through treatments the first time around with breast cancer. at rodeos taking entries and Her biggest fans were her timing events. At rodeos she was It is my joy in life to find, parents who attended many known as the hug queen and At every turning of the road rodeos. She had a couple more hugged everyone whether they The strong arm of a comrade kind rodeo fans in Saskatchewan wanted one or not. To help me onward with my load. as well. She went on many She enjoyed trail riding all And since I have no gold to give charity rides with her horses, over the province as well as And love alone must make amends from riding for the Shriners northern Saskatchewan. She My only prayer is, while I live as well as the Disabled and loved dancing and went two“God, make me worthy of my friends.” Children’s Wish Ride. She even stepping every chance she got. A prayer went searching for missing Tannis was a BIG animal lover.

It didn’t matter what kind of animal, it was always welcome at her place. Tannis was always willing to give you a hand no matter what the task. She moved many people with the different horse trailers she had owned over time. She had hauled many horses for people as she knew what it was like to want to attend an event but have no way to get your horse there. She always said when she could finally afford to buy a horse trailer she was going to buy one big enough to haul an extra horse. Before the trailer she rode her horse everywhere including rodeos in the Selkirk Park for years or Petersfield or at her grandparents place on Highway #8 and 67. She put a lot of miles on horseback when competing at barrel racing, goat tying or steer undecorating. She belonged to several associations such as Heartland Rodeo Association (HRA), Manitoba Ranch Rodeo

people on horseback on more than one occasion. She always tried to stay positive. Her cup was always half full rather than half empty. She even said Chemo has its benefits as you don’t have to worry about bad hair days, blow drying and curling your hair, shaving your legs or underarms. You can be out of the shower in 10 minutes. It cuts way down on the getting ready time . Tannis decided to look for another horse for barrel racing which she found end of January 2012. She brought Breeze home from Saskatchewan in March and thoroughly enjoyed riding her. As per her wishes, flowers are gratefully declined but a donation to Heartland Rodeo Association, Selkirk Community Foundation - Palliative Care, or the Children’s Wish Foundation would be greatly appreciated. c As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on February 23, 2013. Picture supplied by Eileen Stapleton.

The Canadian equestrian community is saddened to learn of the loss of Shannon Burwash, who passed away February 15, 2013. Shannon was born in Calgary, AB. She had many passions in life including family, accounting and horses. She was very involved in the Quarter Horse industry serving on many boards to further promote the horse. She tirelessly volunteered on the Equine Canada Health and Welfare committee, serving the industry that she was passionate about with her experience as a breeder, owner and rider. Her volunteerism also extended to being an active board member and treasurer for the Quarter Horse Association of Alberta (QHAA), treasurer for the Canadian Quarter Horse Association (CQHA) and an Alberta director for the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA). Dr. Edward Kendall, past-president of Equine Canada and former chair of the Industry Division, said, “Aside from being just a great person, Shannon was a great contributor to all aspects of the horse industry. She brought clear insight to our discussions and always delivered her perspectives with kindness.” Shannon loved riding and showing horses all over North America, and promoted good horsemanship skills to all of her children. She loved the western lifestyle, and was a great assistance to her husband, Dr. Wayne Burwash, in operating his equine veterinary practice over the years in Springbank, AB. A memorial service for Shannon was held in the Congress Hall at Spruce Meadows on Saturday, February 23, 2013. Memorial tributes in Shannon’s memory may be given to the Alberta Children’s Hospital www. childrenshospital.ab.ca or STARS http://stars.ca. Condolences may be forwarded through www.cochranecountryfuneralhome.com. c

Equine Canada Announces New Chief Executive Officer Jean-Christophe Gandubert has been appointed as the organization’s new Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Gandubert, former managing partner of P3 Strategies & Synergies Consultants, assumed the role on March 1, 2013. Michael Gallagher, President of Equine Canada said, “JeanChristophe brings more than 25 years of experience in private and public sector administration and has earned a reputation as a trusted and respected leader.” As the Senior Policy Advisor, International Affairs for the Office of the Secretary of State (Physical Activity and Sport), Mr. Gandubert provided strategic policy advice to the Federal Minister responsible for physical activity and international sport policy. In this role he was instrumental in the creation of the National Sport Policy and the Canadian Strategy for Ethical Conduct in Sport. Mr. Gandubert is no stranger to managing large sport organizations. As the Chief Administrative Officer of the Oakville Soccer Club, the biggest club by athlete and volunteer base in North America - with over 11,000 athletes, 22 full-time and 30 part-time staff and thousands of volunteers - he resolved regulatory, operational and business issues for the planning and delivery of programs. During that time, a rebranding of the Club increased sponsorship investments and new partnership agreements. Prior to this, he was the Executive Director of a provincial sport organization, and while there he tripled the federation’s membership, and brought in more than one million in sponsorship revenues. c

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SHANNON BURWASH Canada Loses Industry Volunteer and Top Horsewoman

A tribute to a Larry Hicks.

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Larry Hicks’ neice, Kristin May, wrote her feelings about her Uncle Larry. She said, “Larry was very involved in the horse industry during his life. He was a long time Manitoba horseman, AQHA member/Quarter Horse breeder, PMU rancher for over 30 years, former PFRA rider, and friend. As well, he rode many, many miles on the Boundary Commission Trail Ride, and was actually “Trail Boss” on the ride from Emerson. We lost Uncle Larry fairly suddenly a year ago on January 28. I sat down to write, in an effort to ‘sort out’ how I was feeling. This is what I came up with, and thought perhaps those who knew him might like to read it, and remember him too, each their own way, with their own unique memories.”

alone”, “if you get bucked off, get back on”, “if you open the gate, shut it”, “why would you do something with a quad if you can get the same job done with a horse?”, “treat others how you’d like to be treated”, and “care for our horses’ needs must come first, before our own comforts”. He understood more about horses, cattle, and the cowboy way of life than I’d ever hoped to learn. The years my family lived on his farm and worked in his PMU barn were, and still are, the best and happiest years of my life. And if I could go back to any place and any time in my life for just one day, that is where I’d go. To that farm. With those horses, and that man...and we’d saddle up, and go for one more ride...just him and I, like we used to. I’d make a point of telling him how much he meant to me, that I love him, appreciate his time, patience, and teaching, and just how much I’d miss him when “his time” came. I One year ago, on January respected him, and looked 28, 2012, the Manitoba horse up to him...and I guess I enthusiast community bid still do. In the time I knew a tearful farewell to one him, I came to view him of its own. To a few, he as an “unofficial, adopted was a husband, father, or Grandparent” of sorts. I grandfather. To others, loved doing things with he was “Larry”...an him, and in my time there, acquaintance, or a friend. I learned so much...about To me, he was, and always horses, people, and life. He will be, “Uncle Lar”. took the time to look beyond Whether you’d ridden the shy, insecure, awkward 2 miles or 2000 miles in teenager that he no doubt the saddle beside him, saw on the outside, to see one thing was for sure, the person who I am, and he treated everybody as Good ride, Cowboy. We miss you. could become, hidden deep friend, and always had Larry Hicks 1939 – 2012 on the inside. He began to a “hello” and a smile for help draw that person out, everyone. In a world full of “City Slickers”, “Posers” and “Wanna- using horses. He encouraged me in all things “horsey”, whether it be’s” he was the real deal...one of far too few. He was a real “School of Hard Knocks” cowboy. He said what he meant, was simply becoming a better horsewoman, letting me and he meant what he said. He was honest, called things help him with the 50/50 Futurity foals in Brandon, barrel like he saw them, and he didn’t sugar-coat the truth. But racing, starting colts showing in 4-H or local fairs, or my in that, he also treated people the way he would like to be favorite pastime, team roping. I could ride well enough, treated...with dignity and respect. He had a gentle, calm but I never excelled at things like barrels, showing, or way about him that put others at ease. He held to principles roping. I was always just “average”. But he came and like, “work hard”, “tell the truth”, “if it’s not yours, leave it watched, offered advice and support, and encouraged

It hurts that he’s really gone. We lost him so early in his life, and so quickly that most of us didn’t get the chance to say one last goodbye...myself included. And I would give almost anything for us to have him back. However, working in a personal care home, I have seen first-hand, the various stages and degrees of aging, and in a way, I’m glad that he didn’t have to go through some of what I see. He got to do what many people don’t. He got the chance to live his life to the fullest, right until the end. And he did. He never had to go through losing his sight, his hearing, his speech, his mobility, his memory, or his independence. He never had to give up riding, driving, or other things he liked to do. He could still harness and drive a team, swing a rope, saddle his horse, mount up under his own power, and ride with the best of ‘em. He was of sound mind, and although I’m sure his body had some creaks and groans that naturally come as one gets older, he was still physically able. And most importantly, he always knew and loved his family and friends. He got to live as if there were no tomorrow, and he died having really lived, leaving his footprints in the hearts and memories of those who knew him. He may be gone, but his memory will live on, in our hearts. Whether he was family or friend, acquaintance or mentor, and known to you as Dad, Grandpa, Larry Hicks or simply “Uncle Lar’”, his life made a difference, in some way, to all who knew him. Rest easy, Cowboy. Its hasn’t been the same without you here. I don’t expect that it ever will be. You had a far greater influence on my life than you ever knew, and I still miss you more than words can say. But with every steer I rope, or barrel I turn, each colt that I ride, or every kid that I teach, I know that you’ll be riding along with me... right there, in my heart and in my memory. I love you, and thanks...for everything. c Larry Hicks, June 26, 1939 - Jan 28, 2012. “Good ride, Cowboy. Good ride.”

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me anyways, to keep working at it, because “hard work pays off”. I remember when Pride (my AQHA rope-horse, sired by Worthy Rey and bred by none other than Uncle Lar’!) and I, won “top heeler” in a year-end jackpot that our team roping club used to have. The top header and top heeler’s names went on a plaque, and onto a trophy. Uncle Lar’ didn’t win top header that year, but he had in the past. I was thrilled that he was roping with us that day, and that he was there to see me and Prider win. And I was so proud, to see my name on the same trophy as some of the ropers I’d long since admired and looked up to...but to me, his name meant the most. I will never forget the feeling of seeing my name on that trophy, with his. To me, he was far more than just a cowboy, team roper, PMU rancher, or horseman. He encouraged me in what I was good at, and helped me to improve at what I wasn’t. He listened to my thoughts and opinions. He trusted my abilities and my judgment. He gave sound and honest advice. He was forgiving when I’d screwed up. He took me with him, taught me, and let me help, even when it may have been faster to do it himself! And never once, did he treat me like I was just a dumb kid. He was my mentor and teacher, but he was also my friend. I thought that as time passed, it would hurt a bit less to know he’s gone, or at least get a bit easier. Yeah, sometimes I can talk about him without tears...but they’re never far away, just under the surface. And as I sit here today, with tears in my eyes, remembering the man who was, and always will be “Uncle Lar’”...the man I still can’t believe is really gone, I see again that it hasn’t got easier. I still expect to run into him at horsey events like the Rodeo in Brandon, Horse3, the spring and fall Rocking W Horse Sales, or local fairs. And it still seems strange when I don’t...like losing him has just been a bad dream, and any minute I’ll wake up and realize he’s still here. But he isn’t. And I still miss him, every single day, and wish that I had the chance to thank him for his patience, his teaching, his influence, and simply for being my friend.

MANITOBA TEAM PENNING ASSOCIATION

MTPA summary for 2012 by Rick Andrews The regular season of the MTPA came to a close at our Finals on September 16, 2012, when Rob dropped the flag on the final run of the 5 class. The show was held at the Keystone Center in conjunction with a Manitoba Cutting Horse Show, the Manitoba Team Roping Association Finals and the Crocus Cow Horse Association Finals. The Finals committee wants to thank everyone for pitching in and making this one of the smoothest run shows ever. Also, thanks to all the volunteers who helped with cattle, timing, gates and set up. I won’t name names for fear of missing someone; you know who you are, and the MTPA greatly appreciates the time you spent on the weekend to make the show a success. The Board introduced a #8 shootout class to the Finals show this year. It was a new class with the chance for bigger payout to the winning teams. Please provide your feedback to any Board

Finals Hi Pt #1 or #2 Penner. Paul Moorby of Canada West Boots Factory Outlet & Tack Store presenting saddle to Laura Stokes.

Finals Hi Pt #3 or #4 Penner. Paul Moorby of Canada West Boots Factory Outlet & Tack Store presenting saddle to Wayne Klassen.

member. The results of the Finals are listed opposite. The 2012 Annual General Meeting and Awards Banquet was held on November 17th. The winning teams and individuals took home a multitude of prizes including saddles, buckles, jackets, blankets and headstalls. Congratulations to all the winners..

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Year End Hi Pt #10 Class. (L – R) Dale Barkman, Matthew Penner, Harvey Penner.

Year End Hi Pt #7 Class. (L – R) Harvey Penner, Matthew Penner, Robert Bruneau.

Year End Hi Pt Team. (L – R) Wayne Klassen, Madison Long, Ruth Klassen.

Year End Senior Youth Class Winners. (L – R) Maygen Greer, Cody Hacault, Madison Long.

(L) Year End Hi Pt #2 Penner. Robert Bruneau (R) Year End Hi Pt #1 Penner. Arlene Bruneau.

Finals Hi Pt #3 Team. (L – R) Launi Hacault, Herma Zomer, Joe Zomer.

Finals Open Class Winners. (L – R) Wayne Klassen, Dale Barkman, Doug McLaren.

AWARDS- 2012 SEASON

OPEN CHAMPIONS – Dale Barkman, Wayne Klassen, Doug McLaren #10 CLASS CHAMPIONS – Dale Barkman, Robert Bruneau, Harvey Penner #7 CLASS CHAMPIONS – Arlene Bruneau, Robert Bruneau, Ken Dalgliesh #5 CLASS CHAMPIONS – Arlene Bruneau, Robert Bruneau, Juergen Schubert HI PT #3 TEAM – Launi Hacault, Herma Zomer, Joe Zomer HI PT #1 or 2 PENNER – Laura Stokes HI PT #3 PENNER – Wayne Klassen

YEAR END AWARDS OPEN CLASS HI POINT TEAM 1st – Dale Barkman, Wayne Klassen, Doug McLaren 2nd – Dale Barkman, Harvey Penner, Juergen Schubert Dale Barkman, Harvey Penner, Dennis Stiles #10 CLASS HI POINT TEAM 1st – Dale Barkman, Harvey Penner, Matthew Penner 2nd – Dale Barkman, Robert Bruneau, Harvey Penner

# 7 CLASS HI POINT TEAM 1st – Robert Bruneau, Harvey Penner, Matthew Penner 2nd – Dale Barkman, Jessica Barkman, Matthew Penner Arlene Bruneau, Robert Bruneau, Ken Dalgliesh # 5 CLASS HI POINT TEAM 1st – Ruth Klassen, Wayne Klassen, Madison Long 2nd – Dale Barkman, Arlene Bruneau, Anna Sugden HI PT #3 TEAM – Launi Hacault, Herma Zomer, Joe Zomer JUNIOR YOUTH CLASS – Bret Greer, Nyla Hacault, Wayne Klassen SENIOR YOUTH CLASS – Maygen Greer, Cody Hacault, Madison Long HI PT TEAM (Overall for the Year) – Ruth Klassen, Wayne Klassen, Madison Long HI PT #1 PENNER – Arlene Bruneau HI PT #2 PENNER – Robert Bruneau HI PT #3 PENNER – Harvey Penner HI PT JUNIOR YOUTH – Rachel Penner HI PT SENIOR YOUTH – Matthew Penner OVERALL HI PT YOUTH Jnr or Snr ) – Matthew Penner HI PT PENNER – Robert Bruneau ROOKIE OF THE YEAR – Arlene Bruneau

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FINALS AWARDS

Connections:

the economical section for buyers and sellers. HORSES FOR SALE

FOR SALE: Firefly and Lucky are Morgans, full brother and sister. Coming 13 and 14 years-old. Professionally trained, current farrier and vet work. No time to ride and they are ready to be used! Please call Janice 204771-8156 (2-13) FOR SALE: AS Angel Del Sol - 2010 3/4 Andalusian mare by VMF Gitano De La Noche. 15.1hh and growing. Quiet and loveable but forward moving! Ready to start. www.artesiansands.com $3,500. 306-4482272. (2-13)

TRAILERS

Advantage Auto & Trailer Sales For all your trailer needs! Featherlite, Titan, Interstate, Load Trail, Aluma, Duralite. Specializing in affordable living-quarter horse trailers. Sales, leasing, rental & financing. FINANCING! 0% down with extended terms up to 20 years! Toll free 1-888-571-8899, local 204-729-8989. 770 Highland Ave., on the TransCanada Highway, Brandon, MB. www.aats.ca. (1-14)

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Harness and saddle repairs. Pat Lynch, Prairie Enterprises. 204-752-2162 (8-13)

TACK

FOR SALE: 16” Circle Y Equitation Show saddle. Semi-QH Bar tree. Lots of silver with gold inlay. Double skirting. Beautiful saddle. Saddle is not used due to not owning a western horse anymore. Seems a shame to sit collecting dust. Any questions, don’t hesitate to email. No trades. Serious inquiries only please. $1,500 lesac@ highspeedcrow.ca (2-13) FOR SALE: Brand new Shedrow Sheepskin Half Pad. Purchased for $140 before taxes, asking $100. No trades, and serious inquiries only please. lesac@highspeedcrow.ca (2-13)

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FOR SALE: Brand new misc tack. Hamilton halters $20. Supermask Fly Mask with Ears $20. Nylon Shank with chain $10. Black leather hind brushing boots with Neoprene lining $20. Full cheek twisted wire bit, 4¾” $20. 5” Metalab Gold stirrups $50. 3 sets of fancy colored Polo wraps $15 each. Email for pictures, colors and sizing. lesac@ highspeedcrow.ca (2-13)

FOR SALE: Like New Black Headstall & Reins $60. Like New 7’ Reins $30. Thin Lightweight Biothane Rein over 9’ long $10. Older well used one ear headstall (dark oil). $10 (Will fit smaller QH or Arab Head ). 5’ Dark Brown Poco Style Reins $10 (color matches one ear). New Black Plastic Stirrups $20. New Leather Training Fork $10. Black 16” Bling Brow Band $15. Used Once Brown Leather Draft Halter $40. 47” Cottage Country Girth (made in England) $10. Beval Therapeutic Sheepskin & Natural Wool Pad $100 (New $190+). Black Leather 106½” English Reins $15. Black Shedrow Pad (almost new) $30. 6” Heavy Eggbutt Oval Snaffle Bit $20. 5¾” Loose Ring Snaffle

Bit $10. New Adjustable Shank bit 4½- 5½ $50. 5½” French Link O-Ring Snaffle $15. Professional’s Choice Wrangler Hood size L $40. Professional’s Choice Wrangler Size 82 Winter Blanket $50 as is. Two New Scrims (L & M) $10/ea. New in Bag Shedrow Deluxe cotton sheet Red size 84. $50. Used but excellent shape Shedrow cotton Sheet Green size 84 $40. Email zhaan35@mts.net for pictures. (1-13a) FOR SALE: Lightly used 17.5” Stubben Siegfried all-purpose saddle for sale. Includes stirrup leathers and stirrups. Price $700. Contact gdorward@mts.net (1-13) FOR SALE: Freeform Treeless Saddle. In excellent condition and very lightly used. Freeform Elite Dressage model with cutback SB base. Package includes a 17” DKR seat, 26” wave leathers and EZ Ride nylon stirrups. $2,000 obo. Contact Linda @ 204444-4927 or email horsepwr@highspeedcrow. ca. (8-12a)

EMPLOYMENT

CHRISTIAN RANCH WORKING WITH KIDS from single parent, foster and group homes requires summer wranglers and full time staff. Salary plus housing. bright.wood@hopemission.com; www. brightwoodranchcamps.com (2-13a)

EQUINE THERAPY

Start a career with horses at the Academy of Equine Assisted Learning, 306-763-0386, www.cartierequinelearningcenter.com. (8-13)

DRIVING

FOR SALE: Horse Pairs Harness. Excellent condition with beautiful stitching detail. complete with lines and matching bridles. $1,500. call Linda 204-797-3681. (8-12a) FOR SALE: Two wheeled cart $1,300. Heather, 204-866-4765 or 204-898-0007. (8-12a)

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ALBERTA MAY 10-12 NFR Barrel Racer Christy Loflin clinic, Edmonton. Cost $575 for 1 horse, $100 extra for each additional horse. Contact Rosemarie, 780-884-4311. saskgirl73@hotmail.com JUNE 22-23 Wild Rose Welsh & Open Pony Show #1, Westerner Park, Red Deer. piper_p13@ hotmail.com. 780-850-1101. Facebook www. facebook.com/WildRoseShow AUGUST 9-11 Wild Rose Welsh & Open Pony Show #2. Westerner Park, Red Deer. piper_p13@ hotmail.com. 780-850-1101. Facebook www. facebook.com/WildRoseShow

MANITOBA MARCH 9-10 WP/Trail/HMS Clinic Series by Christine Little, Top Spot Stables, Brandon. Jocelyn 204573-4328 or horseaddict@yahoo.com

BLHPS DW E/CT. MAHA MCHA MDS MHT MMHC MPC MPHC SAHA SIRAS SPC

Brandon Light Horse & Pony Society Dressage Winnipeg Endurance/Competitive Trail. Manitoba Arabian Horse Association Manitoba Cutting Horse Association Manitoba Driving Society Manitoba Horse Trials Manitoba Miniature Horse Club Manitoba Pony club Manitoba Paint Horse Club Saskatchewan Arabian Horse Association South Interlake Rockwood Agricultural Society Springfield Polo Club

APRIL 27 Equine First Aid. St. Francois Xavier. Instructor: Kari Hasselriis, EHC Certified. Host: private barn. Register: 204-891-2981 or by Email: kari@umaequine.ca

MAY 11-12 Equine Trick Training Beginner 2-day clinic with Jackie Johnson. Second Chance Ranch in St. Andrews. $300/person. Francine at 204771-5335 or flabossi@mymts.net.

APRIL 27 MHC AGM. 10:00am to 1:00pm. Sport for Life Building, 145 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg.Details and Agenda to be circulated early March 2013.

MAY 11-12 MAHA. Arabian Spring Fling Horse Show. Keystone Centre, Brandon. Show secretary Chantelle Rutledge, mahashowsecretary@ hotmail.com or Valerie Batt 204-573-1737 or valabatt@gmail.com. arabianspringflingshow. webs.com

APRIL 27 Horse & Tack Sale, Grunthal Auction Mart. 204-434-6519. www.grunthallivestock.com APRIL 28 MCHA. Evergreen Farms Show. www. mbcutting.ca, chelseycoulter19@gmail.com MAY 2-5 MCHA. Clinic. Evergreen Farms. www. mbcutting.ca, chelseycoulter19@gmail.com

MARCH 22-24 Training for Courage 2-Day clinic. (Paul Dufresne.) Demo Friday March 22, 7pm. Clinic March 23-24 (9am - 4pm). Second Chance Ranch, St. Andrews. 204-771-5335. flabossi@mymts.net

MAY 3-5 Dennis Quilliams - QUAVAH HorseSense HorseManShip Gaited Horse Clinic. Second Chance Ranch, 292 McPhillips Road, St. Andrews. Horse & Rider $335.00 (limited to 12 participants). Spectator $35 /day or $80 all 3 days. Beverages/Snacks included and lunch available for purchase. Linda Cruden, horsepwr@highspeedcrow.ca 204-444-4927 (home) 204-444-5252 (cell).

MARCH 23 Equine First Aid. St. Francois Xavier, Instructor: Kari Hasselriis, EHC Certified. Host: private barn. Register: 204-891-2981 or email: kari@umaequine.ca

MAY 4 Endurance 15/25/50/75 miles. CT 15/25/40 miles. Spruce Woods. Pot Luck Saturday. Maura Leahy 204-795-1915, Maura.Leahy@ live.ca

MARCH 24-30 Royal Manitoba Winter Fair, Keystone Centre, Brandon. www.brandonfairs.com APRIL Eastridge Farms Schooling Show.

MAY 4-5 MQHA. Tim Kimura Trail Clinic. Member/ non-member price. Auditors $30 per day. Sharon Forbes-Hanks, Box 54, Pilot Mound, MB R0G 1P0. 204-825-2384, or cell 204-8257055.

APRIL 6-7 WP/Trail/HMS Clinic Series by Christine Little, Top Spot Stables, Brandon. Jocelyn 204573-4328 or horseaddict@yahoo.com

MAY 5 Endurance 15/25/50/75/100 miles. Spruce Woods. Maura Leahy 204-795-1915. Maura. Leahy@live.ca

APRIL 12-14 Horse3. Keystone Centre, Brandon. www. brandonfairs.com

MAY 10-12 MHT Spring Clinic & Derby - Birds Hill Park, Val Crowe 204-535-2368 pvcrowe@mts.net

APRIL 12-14 BLHPS Grassroots Clinic. Location TBA.

MAY 11 9am - 6pm. Clinician Tara Reimer AQHA/ Open Show Exhibitor-EC Judge-CHA Clinic Instructor. Learn how to prepare for your class, what the judge is looking for and how to improve your placings. $100.00/person. Deposit by May 1st. Contact Crystal 204-2522179. neu@mts.net

APRIL 19-20 Rocking W Horse & Tack Sale. Keystone Centre, Brandon. (Tack 19th, Horses 20th.) 204-325-7237. www.rockingw.com APRIL 20-21 MCHA. Ranch Clinic, Brown’s Farm. www. mbcutting.ca, chelseycoulter19@gmail.com

MAY 11-12 DW. Kendra McBain Memorial Competition. Karine Duhamel, Show Chair: karine@ dressagewinnipeg.com MAY 12 MCHA. Evergreen Farms Show. www. mbcutting.ca, chelseycoulter19@gmail.com MAY 17-20 MHJA. Victoria Day show, Birds Hill Park (Bronze). MAY 17-19 Michael Rohrmann Clinic. Ashley Fudge ridingdefined@hotmail.com or 204-485-7433 MAY 18 CT 15/25/40 miles. Sandilands. Iris Oleksuk 204-792-4125. irisolek@rainyday.ca MAY 24-26 Pony Club Spring Classic. Birds Hill Park. EC Bronze. MHJA & DW sanctioned point counter. gidasplace@gmail.com. 204-7912708www.springclassichorseshow.com. MAY 24-26 Wheat City Classic Horse Show. WACE Arena, Brandon. EC bronze show with hunter, jumper and hack classes. Featuring a Hunter Classic, Mini Prix and Sr. Level Judge and Course Designer. http://blhpsi.webs.com MAY 25 Horse & Tack Sale, Grunthal Auction Mart. 204-434-6519. www.grunthallivestock.com MAY 25 Equine First Aid. Portage la Prairie. Instructor: Kari Hasselriis, EHC Certified. Host: Horses in Motion. Register: 204-891-2981 or Email: kari@umaequine.ca MAY 25-26 Jacqueline Brooks Clinic. Ashley Fudge ridingdefined@hotmail.com or 204-485-7433. MAY 26 MCHA. Show, Ashern. www.mbcutting.ca, chelseycoulter19@gmail.com

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continued from page 49 MAY 31 - JUNE 2 MQHA Summer Sizzler Quarter Horse Shows. WACE Arena, Keystone Centre, Brandon. Larry Clifford at 204-727-3661. scotiaopt@wcgwave.ca JUNE 1 SIRAS. Light Horse Show, Stonewall Agricultural Fair Grounds - Stonewall. www. sirasfairdays.com. For information: info@ sirasfairdays.com JUNE 1-2 MCHA. NCHA Days, Birds Hill Park www. mbcutting.ca, chelseycoulter19@gmail.com JUNE 2 SIRAS. 4-D Barrel Racing. Stonewall Agricultural Fair Grounds - Stonewall. Information and entry forms at www. sirasfairdays.com. For information: info@ sirasfairdays.com JUNE 5-9 Manitoba Summer Fair, Keystone Centre, Brandon. www.brandonfairs.com JUNE 7-10 Two, two-day clinics. How to get really good at Horse Agility. Vanessa Bee. North 9, Stonewall. Wendy Clemis, wlee289@hotmail. com, 204-785-1583.

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JUNE 8-9 Barrel Racing. 2nd Annual Spring Fling in the Park. Money added daily. Entries limited to 117 horses. Debbie Champagne at BHPBarrelRacing@theDBLC.ca

REGULAR EVENTS SPRINGFIELD POLO CLUB Season starts the May long weekend and ends September 15. Practice games are every Tuesday and Thursday, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm. Formal games are Sundays at 1:00pm- 4:00pm. JUNE 15 Ninette Fair includes Hunter/Jumper. JUNE 15-16 MCHA. Harvey Penner’s Show, Giroux. www.mbcutting.ca, chelseycoulter19@gmail. com JUNE 15-16 Capt. DeKenyeres Memorial Competition. Karine Duhamel, Show Chair: karine@ dressagewinnipeg.com JUNE 21-23 Chris Irwin “The Language of the Horse” clinic. Rocking Q Thoroughbred Farm, Stonewall. Demo evening Friday 7-10 pm. Linda Ridley at thelevelheadedhorse@yahoo. ca. 204-694-3844 or 204-807-4222 JUNE 22 Miami Fair Horse Show. Halter, English and Western events including Gymkhana. New Walk/Trot Classes added. Judy Elliott 204435-2840. JUNE 22 Endurance 15/25/50 miles. CT 15/25/40 miles. Birds Hill Park. Pot Luck Saturday. Jen Simon. Diane Borger 204-233-1190. dborger@ mts.net.

JUNE 22-23 MHJA. Summer Smiles. Birds Hill Park. JUNE 23 Endurance 15/25/50 miles. Birds Hill Park. Jen Simon. Diane Borger 204-233-1190. dborger@ mts.net JUNE 28 - JULY 1 MHT Summer Horse Trials. Birds Hill Park. Val Crowe 204-535-2368 pvcrowe@mts.net JUNE 29 Endurance 15/25/50 miles. CT 15/25/40 miles. Souris Bend. Myna Cryderman 204-534-2390. myna@goinet.ca Pot Luck Saturday. JUNE 29 MQHA Manitoba Summer AQHA Trail Challenge. Outdoor trail pattern! Horses In Motion” arena, Edwin. Registration 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Judges/Riders Meeting: 11:30 a.m. Competition: 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. Supper to follow. Catagories: All Breed, Youth, Adult. Levels: Training, Intermediate, Master. Entry Fee: $25 (all insurance and office fees included). Shelley Minaudier 204-749-2316, shelmin@mymts.net JUNE 30 Endurance 15/25/50 miles. Myna Cryderman 204-534-2390. myna@goinet.ca JUNE 30 - JULY 1 SPC. Springfield International Tournament. Springfield Polo Club, Birds Hill Park. Spencer Smith. 204-782-3252. JULY 4-7 MHJA. Beach Party. Red River Exhbiition, Winnipeg. (Silver.)

JULY 7 MMHC. Manitoba International Show Miniatures and American Shetlands. Westoba ACE arena, Brandon Start time 8:30 a.m. Contact Mary Ann at bartk@inetlink.ca JULY 6 DW. 1 Day Gold Midsummer Madness: (Prior to Camp). Karine Duhamel, Show Chair: karine@dressagewinnipeg.com JULY 5-9 All levels - Building Blocks to the Foundation for Performance with Don and Randee Halladay. Horses In Motion arena. Crystal 204-252-2179 or email neu@mts.net JULY 6 Interlake Riding Club Horse Show, Teulon Green Acres Park. Contact interlakeridingclub@live.ca. 204-641-4455. JULY 7-9 DW. 5th Annual Dressage Winnipeg Development camp with Birgit Valkenborg and Sue Leffler. Pineridge Equine Park. ashley@dressagewinnipeg.com JULY 14-20 MPC Camp. Portage Fair Grounds. Leslie Wishart 857-3311 lwishart@bdo.ca JULY 19–20 MCHA. Morris Stampede. www.mbcutting. ca, chelseycoulter19@gmail.com JULY 20-22 MDS. 20th Annual Birds Hill International. www.manitobadrivingsociety.com JULY 25-28 North West Round-Up Light Horse Show, Swan River. 204-734-3102 or 204-734-3718. JULY 27 Showing Up Cancer Horse Show. South Interlake Agriculture Society Ag Grounds Stonewall. All money raised at the event will be going to the Brain Tumor Foundation of Canada and CancerCare Manitoba Foundation. smarlys@mts.net. 204-383-5492. JULY 27-29 Northfield/MHJA. Derby, Red River Exhibition, Winnipeg. (Silver.)

JULY 31 - AUGUST 4 MHJA. Heart of the Continent, Red River Exhibition, Winnipeg. (Gold.) AUGUST Date TBA Manitoba Equestrian Championship. Birds Hill Park. Endurance 15/25/50 miles. CT 15/25/40 miles. Jessica Mannes 204-330-1773. northranch@hotmail.com Maura Leahy 204795-1915. Maura.Leahy@live.ca

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AUGUST 8-9 (tentative) Interlake Classic Quarter Horse Shows. Eriksdale Arena, Eriksdale. Karen Emms kaemms@mts.net AUGUST 10-11 MCHA. Meadowview Ranch Show, www. mbcutting.ca, chelseycoulter19@gmail.com AUGUST 12-17 Canadian National Arabian Championships, Keystone Centre, Brandon. AUGUST 16-18 MHJA. City. Red River Exhibition, Schooling Show. AUGUST 22-25 MHJA. Fall Harvest & Derby. Birds Hill Park, Winnipeg. (Bronze.) AUGUST 24-25 MCHA. Virden Show. www.mbcutting.ca, chelseycoulter19@gmail.com AUGUST 31 - SEPTEMBER 1 DW. Manitoba Provincial Championships. Karine Duhamel, Show Chair: karine@ dressagewinnipeg.com AUGUST 31 - SEPTEMBER 1 Endurance 15/25/50 miles each day. Turtle Mountain. Pot Luck Saturday. Myna Cryderman 204-534-2390. myna@ goinet.ca SEPTEMBER 6-8 SPC. Wind’er-up and Shut’er-down Tournament, Springfield Polo Club, Birds Hill Park. Spencer Smith. 204-782-3252. SEPTEMBER 7-8 3rd Annual Manitoba Equestrian Championships . Multiple disciplines. www. manitobahorsecouncil.ca SEPTEMBER 7-9 MRCHBA Classic Quarter Horse Shows. WACE Arena, Brandon. Eryn Butterfield 204853-7376. erynbutterfield@hotmail.com SEPTEMBER 13–14 MCHA. Brandon Show. www.mbcutting.ca, chelseycoulter19@gmail.com

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Futurity - SeptEMBER 7-8 futurity runs SatURDAY (double judged) All studs featured in bold are eligible for the 2013 auction. Auction closes March 1; services are then sold on a first come basis until June 1. * For stallion contracts & breeding information contact K&R Stuart (Kelly & Ruby). mgstuart@mts.net. 204-739-2119 * For information on the Futurity contact Eryn Butterfield – erynbutterfield@hotmail.com. 204-573-7807. www.mrchba.com/futurity. Changes to the Futurity that were implemented last year: * Stallion money will be divided equally into the futurity classes. Entry monies will remain being paid out on a per-entry basis, so the larger attended classes will still pay out more money as in past years. The futurity stallions nominated this year are listed below and their starting bid price is denoted.

NOMINATED STALLIONS AND STARTING BID PRICE Good Commodity $300 204 847-2112 Good Bars Kat $400 204 847-2112 Impulsions By Mail $300 204 562-3504 Only Gold Invitation $300 204 562-3504 Echo Amos Hollywood $300 204 426-5446 Echo Will Be Famous $400 204 739-2119 Dee Hotroddin Zipper $300 204 739-2119 Radical Roses $400 204 739-2119 Simply An Invitation $800 204 739-2119 Talk Of The Party $550 204 564-2206 BHL So Principled $300 204 646-2554 Rio Dynamic Dun $300 204 646-2554 Zips Famous Amos $1000 306 696-2908 No Can Do Zippo $1000 306 696-2908 continued on page 53

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JULY 5 MMHC. Prairie Winds Summer Show - Miniatures and American Shetlands. Westoba ACE arena, Brandon. Start time 8:30 a.m. Contact Holly Pierce at prairiewindssummershow@gmail.com

MANITOBA AGRICULTURAL FAIRS

JUNE 1-2 Stonewall (Rockwood) Fair. Janice Rutherford. 204-467-5612. janicerutherford@ mymts.net

JULY 11-13 Carman Country Fair. Janessa Unrau. 204-745-2226. carmfair@mymts.net www. carmanfair.ca

JULY 25-28 Swan River Northwest Roundup & Exhibition. Colleen Immekar. 204-734-3718. chamberofcommerce@chamber8.ca

JUNE 3 Melita 4-H Rally. Sherry Schuddemat. 204522-3774. sschudd@hotmail.com

JULY 12-14 Gilbert Plains/Grandview Fair & Rodeo. Lori Bremner. 204- 638-7268. gp.gv.agsociety@live. ca. www.gpgvagsociety.mfbiz.com

JULY 27 Plumas-Lansdowne Agricultural Fair. Wendy Denbow. 204-386-2670 or 204-3862881.cdenbow@hotmail.com

JULY 12-14 SelkirkTriple S Fair, Rodeo & Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Festival . Pat Pennington. 204-485-4854 Pat Pennington. ppen@mts.net. selkirkfairandrodeo.com

AUGUST 2-3 Birtle Fair. Jim Lane. 204-842-3685.

JUNE 14-15 Lundar Fair & Exhibition. Cynthia Wirgau. 204-278-3255. lundarfair@hotmail.com www.lundarfair.com JUNE 14-15 Ninette (Pelican Lake) Fair. Jennifer Forsyth. 204-523-4313. pelicanlakeagsociety@ hotmail.com JUNE 14-23 Red River Exhibition, Winnipeg. 204-8886990. info@redriverex.com JUNE 22 Rapid City Fair. Myrna Bayes. 204-826-2273. JUNE 22-23 Turtle Mountrain (Boissevain) Fair. Nicole Fordyce. 204-534-0857. nicolekyle_88@ hotmail.com JUNE 22-23 Miami Fair & Rodeo. Jan Moody 204-4352288. janmoody@mymts.net JUNE 27-29 Dauphin Fair. Sherry Beyak. 204-638-4428. Fax 204-656-4540 dauphinagsociety@ hotmail.ca JUNE 29 MacGregor Fair. Jim Klywak. 204-274-2273. Jim Klywak. macgregorfair@hotmail.com JUNE 29-30 Treherne Fair. Josie Robinson. 204-723-2275. Fax 204-723-2144. JUNE 30 - JULY 1 Glenboro Fair. Geraldine Kovar 204-8272661 JULY 2-3 Rivers Fair Alice Fast or Hazel Moyer 204328-7512 or 204-826-2810

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JULY 5 Crystal City/Clearwater Fair. Dean Buchanan. 204-873-2661. deankb@mts.net

JULY 5-7 Carberry Fair & Races. Alex Christison. 204-834-3772. Alex Christison . carberryagsociety@hotmail.com JULY 5-7 Portage la Prairie Industrial Exhibition. Velma Nicoll. 204-857-3231. www. portageex.com JULY 6-7 Manitou Fair. Hugh Waddingham. 204-2462105. manitouagsociety@hotmail.ca JULY 6-7 Rossburn Fair and Exhibition. Brian Brown. 204-859-0051.

JULY 13-14 Minnedosa Fair. Bruce Sharpe. 204-867-7503. minnedosaagsoc@gmail.com JULY 13-14 Souris/Glenwood Fair. Jennifer Skiehar. 204721-4168. Jennifer Skiehar. sourisagsociety@ gmail.com JULY 14-15 Oak River Fair. Ashley Black. 204-566-2281. ashbla2@hotmail.com JULY 16 Strathclair Fair. Keri-Lyn Rothnie. 204-3652579. krothnie@hotmail.com JULY 17 Shoal Lake Fair. Cory Luhowy. 204-759-2280. Cory Luhowy. cluhowy@hotmail.com JULY 18 Hamiota Fair. Linda Wilson. 204-764-2642. gkwilson@mts.net JULY 18-21 Manitoba Stampede & Exhibition, Morris. Malissa Dreger Lewis. 204-746-2552. Malissa Dreger Lewis. vas@mts.net JULY 19 Harding Fair. Bonnie Kent. 204-838-2241. hardingfair@inethome.ca JULY 19-21 Arborg Fair & Rodeo. Lenore Olafson. 204642-2700. Lenore Olafson. lenoreolafson@ hotmail.com JULY 20 Oak Lake Fair. Pat Baker. 204-855-2030. oaklakeagsociety@yahoo.ca JULY 20 Springfield Country Fair. Lise Seadon. 204-755-3464. ldseadon@mts.net. www. springfieldagsociety.com JULY 20-21 Cypress River Fair. Valerie Truelove. 204-7432123. truelove@mts.net JULY 23 Elkhorn Fair. Sharon Henry. 204-845-2622 or 204-748-5131. sherry@flbsd.mb.ca

AUGUST 9-11 Winkler Harvest Festival & Exhibition. Peter Penner. 204-562-8444. stanleyag@ hotmail.com AUGUST 10 Teulon Fair. Ralph Trombo. 204-886-2098. jtrombo@shaw.ca AUGUST 10-11 Gladstone Fair. Tara Fulton. 204-870-9524. clay@mymts.net AUGUST 10-11 Roblin Fair. Leroy Wandler. 204-333-2189. roblinag@live.ca AUGUST 14-15 St Vital Annual Fair & Display. Brenda Tinka. 204-257-6372. contactus@svas.ca AUGUST 15-18 Hanover Ag Fair. Wayne LeMay. 204-4346773. info@hanoverag.com AUGUST 17 Kelwood Fair Donna Gilmore 204-9672131. Horse Show Alison Gilmore 204967-2380. AUGUST 31 - SEPTEMBER 2 The Pas Chuckwagon Races & Ranch Rodeo. Stan Wilson. 204-623-6284, or cell 204-620-9623. SEPTEMBER 1-2 Selkirk High School Rodeo. Pat Pennington. 204-485-4854. SEPTEMBER 6-7 Beausejour High School Rodeo. Craig Boitson. 204-755-2924. doublebrodeo@ highspeedcrow.ca SEPTEMBER 7 The Pas Mud Bog. Stan Wilson. 204-6236284, or cell 204-620-9623. SEPTEMBER 7-8 Beausejour Double B Rodeo and Country Fair. Trevor Proutt. 204-205-0723. Trevor Proutt. doublebrodeo@highspeedcrow.ca SEPTEMBER 14-15 Russell High School Rodeo. Lynda Witty. 204-773-4743. lwitty@mts.net OCTOBER 5 Roland Pumpkin Fair. Arthur Cameron. 204-343-2314. artccam@gmail.com OCTOBER 31 - NOVEMBER 2 Manitoba Livestock Expo, Brandon. Karen Oliver. 204-726-3590. info@brandonfairs. com

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SEPTEMBER 13-15 MHT. Derby. Birds Hill Park Grand Prix. Winnipeg. (All.) SEPTEMBER 15 Ride-A-Thon. Birds Hill Park; Khartum Shriners Arabian Horse Guard. Paul Kohlmeier; 204-467-2553. paulb.kohlmeier@gmail.com SEPTEMBER 21–22 MCHA. MHC MEC Show. www.mbcutting.ca, chelseycoulter19@ gmail.com SEPTEMBER 21-22 Endurance 15/25/50 miles both days. CT 15/25/40 miles. Bel Air. Tanya Tabin 204-771-4701. anyatabin@gmail.com. Pot Luck Saturday. Iris Oleksuk 204-792-4125. irisolek@rainyday.ca SEPTEMBER 27-29 MHJA. Jump into Fall. Red River Exhibition Schooling Show. OCTOBER 11 MQHA/AQHA Versatility Ranch Horse Show. WACE Arena, Keystone Centre. Larry Clifford at 204-727-3661 or email: scotiaopt@ wcgwave.ca OCTOBER 12-14 MQHA Thanksgiving Classic Quarter Horse Shows. WACE Arena, Keystone Centre, Brandon. Larry Clifford 204-727-3661. scotiaopt@ wcgwave.ca OCTOBER 25-26 Manitoba Superhorse 50/50 Sale & Futurity. Keystone Centre, Brandon. President & Website: Julie Bridgeman NOVEMBER 23-24) Provincial Exhibition Schooling Show. Keystone Centre, Brandon. (Bronze.)

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APRIL 27-28 SAHA. Western, Hunter, & English Clinic with National rider Erica Milligan. Regina. Marvelle Machniak. 306-727-2020, kmachniak@imagewireless.ca

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ONTARIO NOVEMBER 1-10 Royal Winter Fair, Toronto.

MAY (TBA) SAHA. Rena & Sharon Mclean Clinic.Regina. Reining, Western Pleasure and Trail lessons.

NOVEMBER 19-24 Canadian Western Agribition. www. agribition.com

SASKATCHEWAN MARCH 15-17 Reining Cutting and Working Cow Horse Clinic. Golden Mile Arena, Moose Jaw. Clinic full but auditors welcome. $50/ day or $100/ weekend. Facebook Grasslands Horse and Pony Club or Carole 306-629-7830. MARCH 23-24 SAHA. Western, Hunter, & English Clinic with National rider Erica Milligan. Willow Ridge, Saskatoon. Marvelle Machniak. 306727-2020, kmachniak@imagewireless.ca MARCH 30 Saskatchewan Quarter Horse Association Annual General Meeting & Banquet. Moose Jaw. Reserve your spot at the Supper & Banquet. 306-641-4106 APRIL 6-7 Dressage and Sport Horse Clinic with National Dressage rider D.J. Cairns. Willow Ridge, Saskatoon. Marvelle Machniak. 306727-2020, kmachniak@imagewireless.ca APRIL 20-21 Jay Dee Anderson Reining Clinic. Moose Jaw. $295. Auditors $15/day or $20/weekend. Nancy Cahill Western riding and Trail Clinic. Gait Equestrian Centre in Moose Jaw. Clinic is full but auditors welcome $25/day or $40/weekend.Facebook Grasslands Horse and Pony Club or Carole 306-629-7830.

MAY 17-20 SQHA. Band City Quarter Horse Show. Golden Mile Arena, Moose Jaw. Split Combined Format. Double Judged 17th/18th and Triple Judged 19th/20th. Contact Mel Burns 306-693-1808 or Nikki Beatty 306-6414106. Visit www.sqha.org for Show Bills and Entry Forms.

JULY 11-14 SQHA. Summer Slide N Celebration Quarter Horse Show. Golden Mile Arena, Moose Jaw. Split Combined Format. Double Judged 11th/12th and Triple Judged 13th/14th. Mel Burns 306-693-1808 or Nikki Beatty 306-6414106. www.sqha.org for Show Bills and Entry Forms. JULY 20 Trail Ride, Trails End Guest Ranch Aylesbury. www.saskpainthorseclub.com JULY 21 Trail Challenge, Trails End Guest Ranch. www.saskpainthorseclub.com

MAY 18-19 SPHC. Lloyd Paint Horse Show, Lloydminster, Alberta. www. saskpainthorseclub.com

AUGUST 3-4 DJ Cairns Dressage Clinic. Hidden Meadows Ranch. North Battleford. www. hiddenmeadowsranch.com. $250 + GST per rider. Riders who participate in the clinic receive a $10 rebate on entries to the show.

MAY 31 - JUNE 1 SAHA. Icebreaker Arabian Horse Show, Moose Jaw. Two AHA judges. Western, Hunter, Sport Horse, Trail & Reining classes! Region 6 & Region 17 Qualifier. Marvelle Machniak. 306-727-2020, kmachniak@ imagewireless.ca

AUGUST 5 SAHA Dressage Show. (Heritage Circuit, Prairie Cup & EC Bronze). Hidden Meadows Ranch, North Battleford. www. hiddenmeadowsranch.com. Dressage Show will offer EC Tests and is open to Western Riders too.

JUNE 2 SAHA. Icebreaker Dressage Show. Arabian and Open classes. Moose Jaw. Marvelle Machniak. 306-727-2020, kmachniak@ imagewireless.ca

AUGUST 17-18, Coteau Range Equine Classic. AQHA approved VRH and AQHA ranch horse pleasure (pending approval). Moose Jaw Golden Mile Arena. Moose Jaw. Sherry Clemens. 306-692-8393. email: sherry@ sherryclemens.com

JUNE 15-16 SPHC. Loud & Proud Youth/Amateur/SHF Open Show. 16 Willow Ridge Stables, Saskatoon. www.saskpainthorseclub.com JULY 12-14 Carrot River Valley Arabian Horse Ass’n. Western Canadian Breeders Show. Saskatoon Prairieland. Cheryl Sproule rocher.r@sask.net

SEPTEMBER 14-15 SAHA. Fall Classic & Prairie Harvest Arabian and Open Breed Shows. Moose Jaw.

The Helping Hooves Ride Route for 2013 Friday Aug 9 - Meet and Greet! Kleefeld Manitoba Saturday Aug 10 - Official Kickoff of 2013 Trail Ride - Kleefeld Manitoba Sunday Aug 11 - Trailer to Manitoba Horse Council Facility - Birds Hill Park. Guided Trail Ride in the park with Deb/Bruce Champagne

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Monday Aug 12 - Ride to Hazelridge

Tuesday Aug 13 - Ride to Beausejour Wednesday Aug 14 - On way to Selkirk Thursday Aug 15 - Ride to Selkirk Friday Aug 16 - Ride to St Andrews Stables

Saturday Aug 17 - Ride to Oak Hammock Marsh and back to St Andrews Stables Sunday Aug 18 - Trailer or ride to Grosse Isle Monday Aug 19 - Ride to St Francois Xavier Tuesday Aug 20 - Ride to Dakotah Wednesday Aug 21 - Ride to Elie Thursday Aug 22 - Ride to Fortier Friday Aug 23 - Ride to Oakville Saturday Aug 24 - Ride to Portage la Prairie Sunday Aug 25 - Move to Portage SMA?

Monday Aug 26 - Ride to Horses in Motion, Edwin

Tuesday Aug 27 - Ride TBC Wednesday Aug 28 - Ride to Bagot Thursday Aug 29 - Ride to MacGregor Friday Aug 30 - Ride to Austin Saturday Aug 31 - Windup in Austin!