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VOLUME 23 ISSUE 4
Amateur & Youth Riders ........... 10 It’s All About Appearance ...... 46 Trainers’ Show Story ................. 42 Scoop ShowcaseSherri Pollack ................................... 1
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News................................................. 16 Subscribe Today ..........................25 Who’s Who ...................................40
MARCH 25, 2019
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WILLIAMS GIVES TWHBEA UPDATE
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Fabulous 1st Quarter – FY19 TWHBEA – HQ Lewisburg, TN 04 March 2019
TWHBEA YOUTH RECEIVE FAST GRANT
For the first quarter of 2019 FY, all the measurable metrics were in a positive position at term end. Folks, you all may not realize it but, it is the first time in four years that all five of the standards by which we gauge success in the Kathy Zeis has announced that the TWHBEA Youth Committee will receive industry (or our portion of it anyway) have been in a positive position at the a grant from FAST. The grant comes after a request was made from Chris Hazelwood who is currently serving the Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ end of a quarter. We at TWHBEA, as in any business, like positive numbers and Exhibitors’ Association as the Youth Vice President. The grant will go and expect ebb and flow however, we are also hopeful that the industry is toward the revitalization of the TWHBEA Medallion Program. A $2,000 grant burgeoning under a strong economy and improved conditions for the horses was approved by the FAST Board of Directors to help with this TWHBEA Youth and their owners. initiative. Registrations: +52 year over year (YOY). The FAST Spring Showcase will be held April 11-13. This horse show is Transfers: +138 YOY. Mares Bred: +96 YOY. the main fundraiser for FAST and it allows grants like this to be rewarded. Memberships: +552 YOY. FAST accepts year round contributions. To make a donation to FAST, visit its website at FASTWalkingShowHorse.org or by mailing a check to PO Box 259, Those numbers are awesome, in our opinion, and steady increases, though Shelbyville, TN 37162. All contributions are tax deductable. small, are easier to sustain over the long stretch. Large spikes are welcome, but without continuous progress, the downs are just as drastic as the ups. The industry is doing just what it needs to do, slowly but steadily improve.
FUN SHOW NEWS
Officials from the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration have released a tentative schedule for the 49th Annual Spring Fun Show that will be held on May 23-25, 2019 in Shelbyville. The show will begin promptly each evening at 6:00. Horses can be entered between 3:00pm and 6:30pm each day in the SHOW office located inside the Calsonic Arena. Please note that the entry deadline for the first four classes will be 5:00pm. All other entries must be made by the 6:30pm deadline. The Scoop looks forward to seeing you at the Fun Show.
HORSE SALE IN SHELBYVILLE Highway 43 Auction Company will be hosting the 2019 Spring Walking Horse Sale on Saturday, March 23rd at 10:00am. This sale will be held at the historic Wiser Farm, 1112 Hwy 64W in Shelbyville, Tennessee. Tennessee Walking Horses, as well as other gaited breeds will be featured. Page 16 / The Scoop
Keep up the good work, continue sound training and showing, breed your mares and register the offspring. Registrations are key to maintaining the value of our horse; everyone must realize that. It is not enough that they look healthy, shake their heads and walk well. Without a certificate of registration from THWBEA, what you have is a good-looking gaited horse. More to follow in the next edition of the Voice of the Tennessee Walking Horse on TWHBEA’s position in the industry compared to the other major breeds. RRW
NEW ENTRY FORMAT ANNOUNCED Entering a horse for the 51st Annual Trainers’ Show has been simplified. The new entry format is quick and easy to use. Visit entermywalkinghorse.com and follow the walk-through steps and directions. This entry process will also be used for the FAST showcase scheduled for April 11th-13th.
ETWHA OFFICERS East Tennessee Walking Horse Association News Below are the names of the 2019 Officers & Board of Directors for the ETWHA. They were nominated, voted on, and elected at the General Membership meeting on Sunday, January 27, 2019.
KENTUCKY HOSTS BUSY WEEKEND
President - Paul Livingston Vice President - Steve Davis Secretary/Treasurer - Jamie Ailshie Board Members: Ray Carr Brandon Givens Chris Helton Brian Jeffers Kathy Pate Teresa Strickler Congratulations to the new officers & board members! President, Paul Livingston, wants the membership to know how much he appreciates your support. He is also excited about serving the ETWHA in 2019, having a great show season, and a bright future! Most importantly he would like to encourage “EVERY MEMBER” to get involved and help the ETWHA continue to grow, be successful, and promote our wonderful “Tennessee Walking Horse”!
CANDID OF THE WEEK Reigning Owner/Amateur Specialty World Grand Champion Lester H Burns was recently showcased, along with other stallions from Spencer Benedict Stables at the SCK Stallion Showcase. On Saturday, March 9th, the South Central Kentucky Stallion Showcase and Barn Party took place. This year’s event was held at Spencer Benedict Stables. Many guests attended viewing some of the industry’s top breeding stallions. This event was held in conjunction with the South Central Kentucky Walking Horse Association’s Awards Banquet that took place that evening. Horse enthusiasts gathered for one purpose- to honor the best of the best! The SCKWHA presented four scholarships. Recipients were Allie Easley, Tyra Brown, Colton Gregory and Ashley Shelton. Other award recipients were Groom of the Year- Jack from Cottonwood Farms; Hall of Fame- LaMar DePoyster, Donna Byard and Phillip Houchens; Youth Sportsmanship- Brooklyn Jones; Amateur Sportsmanship- Billy Selby; Professional Sportsmanship- Shane Mullins; Supporter of the Year- Robert Jones; Cheerleader of the Year- Bonnie It’s a family celebration as Maureen and Kasey Kesselring join daughter McCoy; Best Show of the Year- Dicks River Horse Show in Brodhead. The Scoop Kailin at the opening of K. Ellen Boutique on Friday, March 8th. This new congratulates all winners from this association. clothing boutique is located at 716 N Main Street in Shelbyville. The Scoop wishes Kailin the best of luck with her new business.
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WELCOME TO THE WORLD
EQUINE OBITUARY GENERATOR’S SANTANA The Joe and Amy Green Family of Faith Heritage Farms have announced the 1997 World Grand Champion Generator’s Santana was humanely laid to rest. The beautiful black stallion entered the world on October 8, 1991 and passed away on March 10, 2019. The World Grand Champion was sired by Pride’s Generator and out of Santana Woman. Generator’s Santana was bred and raised by Betty Freeman of Lebanon, Tennessee. Brian Kiddy of Lawrenceburg, Tennessee accepted the task of breaking him as a colt. Once under the training banner of Jackie McConnell, Floyd and Beverly Sherman of Texas, took an interest in what they saw and Santana was added to their string of show horses.
Matthew and Hannah Smith of Steele, Missouri have proudly announced the birth of their future Celebration contender Samuel Lian Smith. He entered the world on February 1, 2019 weighing 6lbs 15oz and measuring 20 inches long. The Scoop sends our warmest congratulations to the growing Smith Family.
As a young stallion, Santana was shown by Kelly Sherman and won the1994 World Champion Two-Year-Old Amateur Stallion, 1996 World Champion FourYear-Old Amateur Stallion, and 1996 World Grand Champion Four-Year-Old Amateur.
In November of 1996, Bob Kilgore purchased Santana after watching him become an outstanding representative of the Tennessee Walking Horse What A Horse will be providing a pay-per-view live stream for the three-day breed. In January of 1997 Kilgore sold one half interest of Santana to Donald L. Trainers’ Show held March 21-23, 2019 and the FAST Showcase held April 11- Castleman of Rolla, Missouri. 13, 2019. Each show’s live stream will be from the Calsonic Arena. For more The show year started for Santana at the Trainers’ Show with a stake information, please contact Jerry Harris at jerry@whatahorse.com. class victory and the show year ended with a stake class victory- the 1997 Tennessee Walking Horse World Grand Champion. The black stallion joined an elite group of world grand champions that transitioned from the four-year-old amateur horse ranks to being named world grand champion as a five year old.
WHAT A HORSE COVERAGE
Because of his natural talent and impeccable looks, he became a leading industry breeding stallion. Perhaps his best known offspring is 2008 World Grand Champion, Santana’s El Nino. In 2016, the Joe Green Family made an exciting purchase as they acquired the World Grand Champion and breeding stallion. Generator’s Santana will be memorialized at Pleasant Valley Farms, what was once Waterfall Farms, where Santana was part of the breeding program. His body will be laid to rest at Faith Heritage Farms in Pleasant Shade, Tennessee. The Scoop sends our condolences to all who loved Generator’s Santana.
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ROY ROGERS WESTERN WEAR Located at 1708 Huntsville Hwy., Fayetteville, TN 37334. Call 931-438-4052. Hours: Mon.-Sat. 8-5, Sun. 1-4. BLING TIE AFFAIR One of a Kind Swarovski Chrystal Enhanced Designer Ties. Contact Patti Pollack at 408-202-5752 or email wiphome@aol.com. 14500 Big Basin Way Saratoga, CA 95070 FEED DISTRIBUTORS ALL FEED “Whatever The Need All Feed” Bulk & Bag Sales/GMO & Non GMO Feeds. Joe F. Green, Sr. 931-310-0063 Jgreen.allfeed@yahoo.com/ www.allfeedcompany.com Pleasant Shade, TN & Hillsboro, AL INSURANCE BARNES EQUINE INSURANCE AGENCY Insurance for any horse related coverage. Including full Mortality, Major Medical, Surgical, Stable fire, Liability for training, instructions, boarding, etc. Call Joe Barnes or Krissy Evans. Phone 877-332-2500/865774-2500 or fax 865-908-0066. Joe Barnes cell : 865-654-2700: Krissy Jones Cell :865654-0284. PO Box 609 Pigeon Forge, TN 37868. Website www.barnequine.com JONES EQUINE INSURANCE AGENCY, INC. Providing all types of insurance coverage for the horseman. Full mortality, major medical, prospective foal, farm & liability and workers’
compensation. Contact Bobby Jones at 1330 Moberly Road, Richmond, KY 40475. Phone 859-893-1097, fax 859-369-7952, or email bjonesins@bellsouth.net. Whitney McConnell Davis - phone 901-292-5598, fax 615-395-4152 or email whittermac23@msn.com. MARKEL INSURANCE COMPANY Providing coverage for horses and horse-related businesses for over forty years. Whether you ride for pleasure or competitively, owning a horse is a substantial commitment. The horse people at Markel can help you protect the emotional and financial investment you’ve made. Coverage’s include agreed value horse mortality with optional medical/ surgical plans, farm pack and liability only policies, independent trainer/ instructor liability and excess/ umbrella liability. P.O. Box 1094 Murfreesboro, TN 37133. Contact Bill Carrington at 615-890-1163 or Holly Liddell Sanders at 931-703-0267 or visit www.horseinsurance.com. PHOTOGRAPHERS BARR STUDIOS Marty & Jennifer Barr 1911 Bel Aire Dr. • Tullahoma, TN 37388 jennifer@barrstudios.com • www.barrstudios.com JACK GREENE, PHOTOGRAPHER Located at P. O. Box 33, Christiana, TN 37037. Call 615-893-3993 or visit www. jackgreene.com. JAMIE MCCOY PHOTOGRAPHY Now booking for horse shows. Also, portraits, action shots or conformation shots on location or at your farm/training barn. Other photography available, including senior and family portraits. Located in Corinth, MS. Call 662-808-0323 or email jmmccoy@frontiernet.net. Portfolio at http://photosbyjamie. photoreflect.com. PHOTOS BY NAT Natasha Douglas, Photographer. Offering extraordinary show horse photography in the ring and at the farm. Serving the eastern United States and beyond! Located at 2212 Frog Level Road, Ewing, VA 24248. Call 865-585-4083, email tasha@photosbynat. com. or visit www.photosbynat.com. PJ WAMBLE PHOTOGRAPHY View and order proofs online at www.pjwamble. com. Located at 1245 Cochran Cemetery Road, Lewisburg, TN 37091. Call or fax 931359-6363 or call cell 931-993-7353.
SANDRA HALL PHOTOGRAPHY Located at RR 2, Box 111, Chesterfield, SC 29709. Call 843-623-6652. SHANE SHIFLET PHOTOGRAPHY Located at 2767 Lazy Pine Rd., Randleman, NC 27317. Call 336-318-2116, fax 336-3182764 or visit www.shaneshiflet.com. SID ABERNATHY PHOTOGRAPHY Specializing in equine photography, including horse shows, on the farm and stallion, family and senior portraits. Sid Abernathy, P. O. Box 12, Shannon, MS 38868. Call 662767-8281 or 662-401-0822, email Jsid46@ bellsouth.net or visit http://www.sid.photoreflect.com. TERRY YOUNG PHOTOGRAPHY Located at P. O. Box 54911, Lexington, KY 40555. Call 859-264-8579, 859-263-3623 or email terryyoung@prodigy.net. TLC PHOTOGRAPHY Booking horse shows now! Teresa Castle, P. O. Box 176, Means, KY 40346. Call 606768-4221, 606-768-2457 or visit castlephotography.photoreflect.com. TOM OAKLEY PHOTOGRAPHY Horse shows, portraits and action shots. Will transfer your home movies, photos or slides to DVD. Located at 132 Mankin St., La Vergne, TN 37086. Call 615-213-2931, 615347-3835, email tomandelaine@comcast. net or visit www.tomoakley.com. RIDING INSTRUCTORS BALLENTINE FARMS RIDING ACADEMY Full-time riding academy, boarding, and sales facility. Lessons and summer camp. Gift certificates available. Producing North Carolina’s most accomplished riders. Located at 6921 Sunset Lake Road, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526. Call 919-552-3536. TACK BEDFORD TACK, INC. Manufacturers and importers of fine quality horse equipment at competitive prices (retail and wholesale). Large selection of English and Western attire. Call for catalog. Located 8 miles north of Shelbyville. Located at 148 Ebb Joyce Road, Bell Buckle, TN 37020. Order toll free at 1-800-523-4971, fax 931437-221 or visit www.bedfordtack.com.
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ALABAMA CHOOSE YOUR GAIT FARM A Full time Equestrian Center – specializing in Training, Breeding & Sales. Announcing Elysium: The South’s newest Multi-Function Facility located inside Choose Your Gait Farm. Plan to have your next event here! Danville, Alabama 256-426-0749 CALIFORNIA POLLACK’S SILVER SPUR RANCH (Walking Horses) Boarding, Training and Breeding Facility. Standing at Stud: Our Mr. Hollywood. Sherri & Patti Pollack, owners. Lindsey Luna, trainer. 14990 Columbet Ave. San Martin, CA • 95046. Phone number 931-205-2173 (Lindsey cell) 408-867-1080 (office) 408-867-7360 (fax) Email:rspwip@ sbcglobal.net. RUSS THOMPSON STABLES Training, Boarding and Breeding Facility. 15231 Pine Lane, Chino Hills, CA 91709 Russ Thompson 909-226-9671(Cell) 909-880-3340(Barn) 909-597-1171(House) GEORGIA CARL EDWARDS & SONS STABLES, INC (Walking Horses) Training and Sales Facility Larry and Gary Edwards 689 Horse Farm Road Dawson, GA 39843 229-698-3070 PRICE STABLES TRAINING FACILITY Trainers: Alan and Nick Price. Fairmount, Georgia. Alan- 770-324-4685 Nick- 770-362-8931 KENTUCKY COTTONWOOD FARMS Walking Horse Training & Sales Facility. “Where Your next Champion is Made” Cotton Road Corbin, Kentucky. Contact us at 606526-6946 barn or 606-422-8897 Ryan Cell Quality Horses For Sale At All Times MYATT MANOR TRAINING FACILITY Specializing in Flat Shod show horses. Hannah Pulvers Myatt, Trainer Bowling Green, KY 503-871-5755 NORTH CAROLINA ACADEMY at BAYFIELD FARM Tennessee Walking Horse Training. Riding Lessons available with 3 TWH Certified Instructors. Boarding, and Sales. School and Summer Camps. Located less than one hour
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IT’S ALL ABOUT APPEARANCE In the show horse world, being a fashion plate doesn’t earn you blue ribbons. But being correctly attired and accessorized could make the difference when all else is equal. Show season is here! It’s time to look forward to a new year of fun and enjoyment at horse shows. Though the economy overshadows us all, show ring competition will still be fierce and presentation will play as important a role as ever this year.
English Attire
English classes require an English riding habit (saddle suit), riding boots, optional English spurs, pant tie downs or underpasses, optional gloves, and optional hat (homburg, top hat, derby, snap brim or helmet). Hair must be neatly groomed and long hair should be styled so that it does not hide the back number. In the Ladies Auxiliary class, exhibitors are required to wear a snap brim hat or derby and hair cannot hang below the collar. Earrings should be small pearls, diamonds, or colored stones and under no circumstances should earrings dangle. Nice touches include a collar bar under the tie and either a very small flower or the more modern option of a small lapel pin. Keep your lapel pins at a reasonable size, and equine related pins are preferred.
Anything you wear must be fitted correctly. Finding a good tailor Do you find yourself getting confused before a big and investing in proper fit can do wonders for the appearance of any riding show when it comes to picking out the perfect combination suit. of suit, shirt and tie? If you are like most of us, the choices seem endless and the guidelines for what to wear and what not to wear slip from memory. You cannot let those last minute details escape your thoughts before a show because the judges come with a scrutinizing eye! You want to have the appearance of an experienced winner and be the envy of riders and audiences alike! This is where The SCOOP steps in and helps to pull your presentation together before the gate call. You should be acquainted with the rules and regulations of your local Horse Industry Organization (HIO) that governs attire. You can also garner valuable input from experienced apparel and tack merchants. First thing’s first. You must familiarize yourself with a valid definition for presentation. Webster’s dictionary defines presentation as “a symbol or image that represents something”. In this case, tack and apparel are the symbols or images that represent the rider. Wisely planning a good show wardrobe will not only help you make a good impression, but will also give you an extra bit of confidence each time you enter the arena, and save you time and aggravation in the long run. Invest in the best within your budget. Your apparel will last for years and still have good resale value if you plan, choose, and buy with long-term quality and durability in mind.
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It’s all about Appearance
Lead Line The Lead Line class showcases the future riders of tomorrow...our precious children and their cute little ponies! Matching English or Western attire for the handler and rider should complement the pony. Tack can be either English or Western but must be appropriate to the attire.
Model / Handling Attire
Clothing for colt handlers can vary upon the time of day they are showing and the weather conditions at the show. Typical attire is an English riding habit minus the jacket. Formal attire is desired for Championship classes held after 6 PM. Handlers in the Model class can wear either English or Western attire, but the attire should be appropriate for the horse. If wearing English attire, the horse’s tack must be English. If wearing Western attire, the horse’s tack must be Western. (See checklists below.)
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It’s all about Appearance Formal Attire Formal attire should never be worn at a one-night show. It is never appropriate to wear formal attire before 5 PM, even for Championship classes held during the day. During a multi-day show, even in a qualifying class after 5 PM, a day coat and suit are acceptable. Formal attire should be reserved for Championship classes after 5 PM. A new trend this year is a sequin formal coat or crystals around the collar to add more sparkel in the show ring. Formal attire includes: • Formal jods with a satin stripe can be worn with a day coat with shawl collar. They should be paired with a wing collar shirt, vest and bowtie or a cummerbund and bowtie. • A tuxedo jacket and jods should match. The jacket should have satin lapels and a satin stripe should follow the outer seam of the jods. The tux should be worn with a wing collar shirt, vest and bowtie or a cummerbund and bowtie. • White gloves are only appropriate if worn with a white wing collar shirt, vest and bowtie or a white cummerbund and bowtie. • A lovely top hat, steamed and brushed, should always accompany formal attire. • A wing collar shirt for ladies should have a smooth front. The shirt can have either a fly front or studs. Formal shirts can be made of cotton, but the most popular are silk. • Formal vests and bowties are preferred over cummerbunds and bow ties, especially for ladies out of adolescence and with mature figures. The vest helps keep a pulled together look and adds punch to the outfit. • Boots should be patent leather. Black works well with navy blue or black tuxedo or jods. To get your boots shining, clean them with Vaseline worked into a small, clean cloth. • Bows in the hair should not be overpowering; they should be small and subtle and complement the outfit.
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Saddleseat Consignment Shops Midwest Saddleseat Consignment www.midwestsaddleseatconsignment.com 612.598.2427 or 319.981.5406 Commotion www.shopcommotion.com 859-552-5983
Hats If you have a round face, a derby is not for you. You would look better in a small brimmed homberg steamed and shaped just for you. If you have a heart shaped face, you would look better in a derby steamed and curled. If you have a long slim face, a wider brimmed homberg would look best on you. If you are in a class where you must wear a tux, a top hat is a must; it finishes the look. Men should always show in a hat. You should always pick a hat color that goes well with your suit or if showing in a day coat, normally the hat matches the jods. If you choose to show without a hat, your hair should be very short or pulled back and put up and no strands hanging. This will ensure a very neat appearance.
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Show Ring Outfitters www.showringoutfitters.com (920) 470-8381
The Good Habit www.thegoodhabitonline.com 502-253-0618 The PatchWork Pony www.thepatchworkpony.com (304) 552-7216 Well Suited Apparel www.wellsuitedapparel.com (888)416-0110 Victory Pass Clothes www.victorypassclothes.com 206-755-5602
There are several used show clothing pages for both English & Western attire available on Facebook.
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It’s all about Appearance Western Attire
To be eligible to show in Western classes, you must have western style long pants or jeans, western style long sleeved, collared shirt, a western hat, and western boots. Optional attire includes western style chaps, spurs, vest, jackets, and gloves. Western riders continue to have beautiful choices in colors and fabrics for their show apparel. Elaborately embellished clothes are always popular, but classic looks in quality materials and detailed tailoring are a wise investment that can be worn for years, not just a season. For women’s western tops, the key is comfort and the palette is pretty. Tall collars and ornate cuffs on fitted bodices continue to be the preferred silhouette, with many riders wearing waist-length tops worn tails out over the waistband of chaps. Western clothing should coordinate with horse and saddle blanket. White hats are a new trend and look great paired with black chaps. Dale Chavez saddles are definitely taking over in the show ring this year.
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Fine Harness Division Fine harness attire requires men to wear a riding suit, formal suit or business suit with hat. Ladies must wear riding suits, formal or cocktail wear, or dress with appropriate top. Skirts and slits in dresses cannot be above the knee without the use of a lap blanket.
Equitation Appointments In Equitation classes, the judge shall penalize those exhibitors who do not conform to proper appointments. Appointment requirements are based on good taste, which is always in style and always correct. A solid color or conservative pinstripe saddle suit is correct both day and evening and should be worn with coordinating vest, four-in-hand tie, man’s style shirt, gloves, homburg, derby, or snap brim hat, and jodhpur boots. Underpasses are required, long hair must be styled above the collar and only small post earrings are acceptable. Semi-formal Equitation classes require a saddle seat tuxedo suit with one-button coat in dark blue, brown, gray or black, with the collar and lapels of the same color and matching jodphurs with a vertical satin stripe of matching color. A top hat, white formal tuxedo shirt, dark bow tie, cummerbund or pique vest, gloves, and jodhpur boots are also necessary. Formal attire for Equitation is the same as the semi-formal suit, except worn with a top hat and white accessories, including white bow tie, cummerbund or pique vest, and gloves. Underpasses are required. The formal suit is worn only after 6 PM.
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It’s all about Appearance Tips on caring for your show attire The following recommendations may seem redundant to a seasoned exhibitor but, with so many new exhibitors in the industry, we felt these tips would be beneficial. Careful maintenance will lengthen the life of your quality apparel by years. •
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Always keep your show coat on a well padded hanger. A cloth bag is far superior to a plastic bag to protect your garments from dust and dirt. Plastic bags breed mold and dust and may dry out suede knee patches. Bring a lint roller to every show for quick touch-ups before entering the show ring. A soft bristle brush should be used sparingly due to the stress it may cause to some fabrics. Try to use the same pin holes for back number pins, as well as decorative pins worn on your coat lapel. Before and after showing, it is best to keep your garments away from the sunlight because the sun can cause damage to the fabric as well as fading. Keep a container of alcohol-free baby wipes in your tack box. When horse sweat gets on your coat (and eventually it will) use a few wipes and gently scoop away the sweat. Use the wipes as soon as your class is over so the sweat doesn’t set in the fabric. This practice will make the dry cleaner’s job a lot easier. Store your garments indoors in a well ventilated environment. It is best not to keep them in a tack room. Thoroughly and gently brush your garments after each show. Unless there are serious stains on any garment, it is not necessary to dry clean after each show. Frequent dry cleaning can be stressful to many fabrics and everyone’s budget. A quick steaming will remove wrinkles. Make every effort to develop a good relationship with a reputable dry cleaner, to protect your investment. Suggest that your garments be cleaned with fresh fluid. Used or old fluid will not remove some spots and/or stains, and may actually discolor many fabrics. Do not use club soda or nail polish remover. They can aggravate the stain making it impossible to remove. Never press a stain on any garment as the stain may become permanently set. A baby’s soft hairbrush will clean your hat, but the long handle on a real hat brush makes the job easier. Spots on felt hats can sometimes be removed by gently using fine sandpaper or an emery board. For straw hats, a soft brush whisks away dirt, and small stains can be removed with a dab of liquid soap on a soft cloth. Invest in a strong hat carrier. Don’t use a plastic bag to store your hat as heat and moisture can mildew or warp the hat. Heat is your hat’s enemy, so never store it in a horse trailer, car, or other area that may heat up. Always have on hand special rain gear for protection of your suit and hat. These plastic covers can be purchased at most any tack shop. Jod keepers are a great way to give your show pants a longer life. These jod keepers now come in fun colors and patterns. These have always been used in the Saddlebred breed and some walking trend setters are using them.
the horse shows have ended, it’s the friendships and adventures you’ll remember more than any award or judge. Best of Luck!
Hat carriers
Proper rain gear
Proper garment bag
Jod keepers
Where to buy locally Marsha On The Square located on the square in Shelbyville, Tennessee, offers many gorgeous items for sale. Items for men, women and children in saddleseat and western are for sale. Many items are available in their store, but mostly focus on custom tailored suits. Also, there is a consignment rack for suits. Marsha, along with her son, Scott Shepard, and his wife, Ashlea, love combining fabrics to give you a one of a kind look.(931) 684-3500 • www.marshadearriaga.com Tailored To Win is by appointment only and owner/designer, James Sigmon, has the special touch to customize a gorgeous ensemble to work for you and your horse. Being a championship rider himself, he knows what a rider should look like in the ring. Not only does he offer Saddleseat suits, but he has some unique bling items such as ties, whips and tie rings. 615-410-3038 • www.tailordtowin.com Victors Custom Tailors specializing in customized clothing orders for saddleseat apparel. They have an unlimited selection of quality samples to choose from and many ready-n- stock day coats, vests, ties and shirts. Victor has proudly served the TWH Industry for over 25 years. 615-838-3838 Bedford Tack has Saddles and tack, grooming and farrier supplies, driving and training, stable and barn, animal health, apparel, gifts and novelties, and much more are offered at Bedford Tack. Bedford Tack is conveniently located in Shelbyville, Tennessee, so when your’re in town for the shows stop by and stock up. www.bedfordtack.com • 1-800-523-4971 The Winner’s Circle Horse Supply is the largest selection of saddleseat equipment
Remember, you’ll never get a second chance to make a first impression, so in the world. The Winner’s Circle tack trucks visit all of the major horse shows. be sure that you and your horse create the best possible impression each Their main store is conveniently located in Shelbyville for all of your shopping and every time you step into the show arena. Enjoy yourself! Years after needs. www.wcircle.com • 1-800-298-7398
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