Horsemen's Corral July 2022 by Horsemen's Corral

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The Horsemen’s Corral is the official publication for the following clubs: Ashland Paint & Plain Saddle Club Avon Lake Saddle Club Black Swamp Driving Club Buckeye Equestrian Association Central Ohio Saddle Club Association Central Ohio Wagoneers Classical Attraction Dressage Society Colorado Ranger Horse Association Creek Side Mounted Archery District One National Show Horse Dusty Boots Riding Club Flatlanders Dressage & Combined Training Association, Inc. Geauga Horse & Pony Association Great Lakes Appaloosa Horse Club Hoosier Quarter Pony Association Knox County Horse Park Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros Massillon Saddle Club Miami Valley Horse Show Association Michigan Trail Riders Association, Inc. Mid-Eastern Farriers Association Mid Ohio Dressage Association Mid-Ohio Marauders National Pole Bending Association Northern Ohio Dressage Association

Northern Kentucky Horse Network Northern Ohio Miniature Horse Club Northern Ohio Outlaws Ohio Appaloosa Association O.H.I.O. EXCA Ohio Foundation Quarter Horse Assoc. Ohio Haflinger Association Ohio High School Rodeo Association Ohio Horseman’s Council Ohio Gaited Horse Trailriders Ohio Morgan Horse Association Ohio Paint Horse Club Ohio Quarter Horse Association Ohio Ranch Horse Association Ohio State Buckskin Association Ohio Western Horse Association, Inc. Ottawa County Horse Foundation Ohio Valley Team Penning Association Pinto Horse Association of Ohio Premier Mount N Trail Pure Gold Stables Tri-County Trail Association Tri-State Rodeo Association Wayne County Saddle Club Western Reserve Carriage Association

The Corral Staff Editor .............................................................................................Bobbie Coalter Advertising Sales & General Manager .....................................Joe Coalter email ............................................................... joe@thehorsemenscorral.com Club Sales & Circulation Manager Art & Composition Director .....................................................Michelle Ross email ......................................................michelle@thehorsemenscorral.com

WRITERS & PHOTOGRAPHERS Features: ........................................ Kelley Bitter, Rob & Tanya Corzatt, ....................Robert Eversole, Bryan Farcus, Lisa Kiley, Nettie Liburt, ......................................Terry Myers, Sarah Vas, Christine Weisgarber NEXT ISSUE NUMBER 8 .................................................................................... AUGUST 2022 AUGUST 2022 DEADLINE ........................................................ JULY 10, 2022

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Inside This Issue Bulletin Board ......................................................................... 57 Corral Calendar ...................................................................... 38 The Cowboy Perserverance Ranch........................................ 50 Farrier Friendly ....................................................................... 34 Red, White and Boom! ........................................................... 24 Ride In Sync ............................................................................. 8 Stretching Your Feed Budget.................................................. 32 TrailMeister ............................................................................. 28 View From the Cheap Seats................................................... 30 Western Dressage .................................................................. 54 Where Has the Time Gone? ................................................... 56 Club News Ashland Paint and Plain Saddle Club ..................................... 12 Black Swamp Driving Club ..................................................... 52 Dusty Boots Riding Club......................................................... 10 Flatlanders Dressage & Combined Training Association, Inc. ... 51 Geauga Horse and Pony Association ..................................... 16 Hoosier Quarter Pony Association.......................................... 48 Knox County Horse Park ........................................................ 33 Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros ................................................. 22 Miami Valley Horse Show Association.................................... 18 Michigan Trail Riders Association, Inc. ................................... 14 Mid Ohio Dressage Association.............................................. 55 Mid-Ohio Marauders ............................................................... 22 Northern Ohio Dressage Association ..................................... 55 O.H.I.O. EXCA........................................................................ 18 Ohio High School Rodeo Association ..................................... 10 Ohio Horseman’s Council ....................................................... 58 Ohio Paint Horse Club ............................................................ 35 Ohio Valley Team Penning Association .................................... 6 Ohio Western Horse Association ............................................ 26 Premier Mount N Trail............................................................. 29 Pure Gold Stables .................................................................. 31 Tri-County Trail Association .................................................... 14 Wayne County Saddle Club ................................................... 20 Western Reserve Carriage Association .................................. 52

ABOUT THE COVER: Danielle Hebler riding Arabian Sport Horse, Amira Raven Star, aka Ravenstar at Noble Horse Farm. Photo by Heather Terdan, www.heatherterdan.com/photography. This is Ravenstar’s fourth appearance on the cover of the Corral. She is out of our mare, Morning Star (Percheron Cross) and Sired by Ruminaja Raven (Arabian) owned by our friend Joyce Treetow. Unfortunately, the Sire passed before Ravenstar was born or we might have repeated the breeding. Ravenstar is owned by our friends Lyn and Phil at Sham A Dan Arabians in Lodi, Ohio.

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Ohio Valley Team Penning Association

It’s all About the Buckle Right? rider. We have three divisions, Novice, Amateur, and Open.

PRESIDENT, John May VICE PRESIDENT, Beth Moss SECRETARY, Sue Mangus TREASURER, Debra Lyons EMAIL, ovtpasecretary@gmail.com FACEBOOK, Ohio Valley Team Penning Association

by Jennifer Radcliff As children we grow up hoping to win that blue ribbon. Maybe you still have your blue, yellow, or green ribbons from 1985 in

your sock drawer. I do! Well, keep those mementoes but set your sights on a beautiful belt buckle. I mean every outfit could use a champion belt buckle announcing to the world that you

are well, “Awesome!” There are many opportunities left to win both money and buckles that are generously donated by our sponsors. As a beginner, you could win a saddle from the Bowden Saddlery Company. That’s crazy exciting! By the time you read this article we will be half way through our summer show series. There is plenty of time left to join us at our July 16, Aug. 20, and Sept. 17 shows. Visit our Facebook page for location and the show flyer. Treharne Training Center and Kuhlber Farms will have their own day awards and prizes for our Youth. This organization has prizes for every level of horse and

WINNERS FROM MAY 21 SHOW ELITE CLASS: Don Stover @ Johnny Fletcher OPEN CLASS: Barb Barrett @ Matt Angel #4 SORT: Jamie Davis @ Barb Barrett #8 SORT: Tina Lippiat and Pam Bradshaw YOUTH SORT: Danica Colle @ Levi Strayer WESTERN HERITAGE #7: Kendall Smith @ Jamie Davis

Buckles will be awarded to the Year End ‘High Roller.’ We have a Walk-Trot Western Heritage Class with buckles for Open and Reserve Champions in all three of our divisions. Both the July and August shows will display beautiful buckles for their ‘Day Awards.’ We have a year-end ‘Rookie of the Year’ Buckle award. Come July 16 and sort the cows. Remember if you can count to ten you can do this! Western tack and a collared shirt is required. July’s show is at Dave Treharne’s Training Center at 49053 Fredricktown Clarkson Road, Negley Ohio. Start time is at 9:30. All ages welcome!

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Ride In Sync

The Push/Pull Instincts by Terry Myers

ast month we talked about the similarity in human/ horse instincts and how fear can be one of our biggest obstacles to succeeding with our horses, because of the reactions fear causes. Our ability to apply reason marks the difference between humans’ and horses’ fear reactions. Add improved horsemanship knowledge to the mix and you’ve got a much better chance at successful results with your horse. The instinctive reaction I’d like to talk about in this article is in regard to pressure, and how the horse and human reaction is the same. If you go up to your horse and push on their shoulder with your hand, with solid pressure, chances are that your horse will brace against that pressure. They may brace to the point that when you take your hand away, your horse will actually move toward you. Do that same thing with a friend. The instant you start

applying solid pressure, your friend will brace against that pressure to avoid moving. If you suddenly release the pressure, your friend will move toward you. The same instincts apply when you are riding. Put solid pressure on the reins and your horse will lay on the bridle rein in your hand. The more you pull, the more your horse will brace or even pull back. People will have a similar reaction. Take a friend’s hand. Start to pull and you will feel them stiffen and brace against your pulling. Your horse does the same thing when you pull on the reins. With continually pulling on your horses’ mouth, your horse braces to your pull, they stiffen their neck, shoulder and possibly ribcage, taking away any ability for lateral flexion. Without lateral flexion, you cannot have collection. In addition, a horse which stiffens their neck and

shoulder can also bolt, rear and buck. Get the picture? The same theory can be applied to leg pressure. Squeeze with your legs and instead of yielding to the pressure, you may get stiffening. Also, when you squeeze with your legs, you stiffen your legs and lock your hips (I call this locking down your ‘seat bone’). With this type of rider body position, your horse can’t pick up their back to push off and move forward. When riders don’t get what they want from their horse, they apply more pressure. Horse doesn’t slow down when you pull on the reins, you pull harder. Am I right? The solution is a give and take approach with a ‘less is more’ philosophy. Instead of solid rein pressure, bounce the rein with your fingers. Take out the slack until you feel resistance, then bounce your rein by wiggling your fingers. That is not a jerk, but a gentle bump. When you feel a change, let go and reward your horse. Same applies to your legs. One of the most time consuming training issues I deal with are horses who have been jerked on so much, that they have absolutely no lateral (side to side) bend or flexibility. Yes, the horse may be moving with their head down and neck level, but they have been pulled on so much, that they are stiff, to the point of rigid, from their throat latch all the way through their ribs, and very forehand heavy in their movements. Think about it, if I punch you in the mouth enough, not only will you hate me, but you stiffen your jaw, neck and back. By the way, just because a horse moves with their

head low, does not mean they are collected, but that is a subject for another article. Bottom line...bump and wiggle fingers instead of pull on the reins and bump with your legs instead of squeeze. As soon as you get a change, no matter how small, release the pressure. And as I always say, “Don’t Pull!” Next month we will start talking about the hows and whys of body position. You can have great hands, but if your body is telling your horse something different than your hands, you will not get your desired results. Learn to ride your horse with your entire body and you will get better results and a better equine partner. Terry Myers is a national clinician and champion horse trainer with a depth of knowledge developed from over 50 years in the horse industry. Myers has been a popular clinician at multiple expos in the U.S. and Canada. To learn more about Myers’ RideIn-Sync methods as well as clinic and training services available, visit www.tmtrainingcenter.com or on Facebook.

It is FREE to add your Equine Event to the Corral Calendar. Email your event(s) to michelle@thehorsemenscorral.com with the following information: Name of Equine Event • Date/Time of Equine Event Venue Name and Address of where event will be held Contact name and phone number You may include an email and website address also.

Events will be added to the calendar in the magazine and added to our website.

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Dusty Boots Riding Club

Scooter Raffle, Generation Gap Class PRESIDENT, Billy Jo Brown 1ST VICE PRESIDENT, Rick Wilson TREASURER, Donna Router SECRETARY, Tonya Wilson EMAIL, dustyboots@dustybootsridingclub.com WEBSITE, dustybootsridingclub.com

by Tonya Stenger Hope you all were able to attend our June 12 show! Our next show is two days over the 4th of July. Come celebrate Independence Day with Dusty Boots Riding Club on July 3-4. Camping, stalls, and bedding are available and there will be a

Show awards.

Scooter raffle!

food truck on the grounds both days. The show committee has a special theme for the July 3 show that will be sure to get all the exhibitors excited! The infamous Generation Gap class will be held on July 3 and prizes will be

awarded to the top five pairs of exhibitors! What is Generation Gap Pleasure? Generation Gap Pleasure—English or western. Two riders (with at least 10 years of age difference) team up to

show one horse. The older rider shows the first direction, then the riders switch and the younger rider shows the second direction. On July 4 there will be plenty of red, white, and blue to celebrate Independence Day! Here is a sneak peek of some of our great awards for that show! Be on the lookout for our scooter raffle! Tickets can be purchased in person or online. Cost is $5/ ticket. Winner will be drawn at the last horse show! Look for our newsletter, membership and nomination forms, special event flyers, royalty contest specifics, and sponsorship forms on our website, www.dustybootsridingclub.com.

Ohio High School Rodeo Association

The Growth and Accomplishments of Junior High School Rodeo NATIONAL DIRECTOR, Nikki McCarty PRESIDENT, C.E. Taft RODEO SECRETARY, Jennifer Reynolds PHONE, 330-464-4079 FACEBOOK, Ohio High School & Jr High Rodeo Association; WEBSITE, www.ohiohighschoolrodeo.org

by Garrett Houin The 2021-22 rodeo season has flown by! As I write this column, just one rodeo remains on our Ohio schedule: the Ohio High School Rodeo Finals in Columbiana. This has definitely been a year to remember for me as I served as the OHSRA student vice president. Some of my favorite memories are hanging out with friends at our rodeos and spending time with those same friends at clinic, our Cowboy Prom, attending the National High School Rodeo MidWinter meeting in Idaho Falls, and working our OHSRA booth at the Ohio FFA Convention. But one of my favorite memories also has to be seeing the growth and accomplishments of our Ohio Junior High School Rodeo team members over the last year. Their growth and development as competitors and just all-around good people over the last year has been phenomenal, and I can’t wait to see what their future holds. At our junior high state finals in Canal Winchester, our finals 10

2021-2022 Junior High School Rodeo team members. average winners were Taylor Phillips in the barrel racing and pole bending, Madi Corsi in the goat tying, Madigan Reynolds in the breakaway roping, Cade and Paige Cummings in the ribbon roping, Clay Wines and Matt East in the team roping, Wesley Gardner in the junior bull riding, Wines in the boys’ breakaway and chute dogging, East in the calf roping, Cade Cummings in the goat tying, and Mya Dimmerling in the light rifle. And, Corsi was crowned for the second year as our Ohio Junior High School Rodeo Princess. When all the points were tallied, that left the following members earning a qualification to the National Junior High School Finals Rodeo in Perry, Ga., this past June by placing in the top four standings for the year-end: SADDLE BRONC STEER RIDING: 1. Gardner

JUNIOR BULL RIDING: 1. Gardner, 2. Bryson Shriver BOYS’ BREAKAWAY ROPING: 1. Wines, 2. Reid Strickler, 3. Wyatt Cummings CALF ROPING: 1. Cade Cummings, 2. East, 3. Maddox Kingry CHUTE DOGGING: 1. East, 2. Wines, 3. Gardner BOYS’ GOAT TYING: 1. Cade Cummings, 2. East, 3. Wines, 4. Strickler RIBBON ROPING: 1. Wines & Reynolds, 2. Cade & Paige Cummings, 3. Matt & Morgan East, 4. Kaylynn Thompson & Tristan Houin TEAM ROPING: 1. Wines & Matt East, 2. Cade Cummings & Strickler, 3. Addison Webb & Autumn Laymon LIGHT RIFLE: 1. Sophie Brinkerhoff, 2. Wines, 3. Thompon, 4. Houin BARRELS: 1. Phillips, 2. Corsi, 3. Carlie Wears, 4. Janelle Birone-Vidovich POLES: 1. Phillips, 2. Jaelee Winkleman, 3. Wears, 4. Corsi GOAT TYING: 1. Corsi, 2. Wears, 3. Reynolds, 4. Birone-Vidovich GIRLS’ BREAKAWAY ROPING: 1. Paige Cummings, 2. Laymon, 3. Reynolds, 4. Webb ALL AROUND COWBOY: Wines ALL AROUND COWGIRL: Corsi

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ROOKIE ALL AROUND COWBOY: Strickler ROOKIE ALL AROUND COWGIRL: Morgan East

And, of course, the high school students competed at Canal Winchester as well. Congratulations to our weekend winners: Allie Beerman in barrel racing, Arly Kisner in pole pending, Dassie Mullet in goat tying, Tana Drew in breakaway roping, Reese Graham and Clayton Drake tied with Evan Corzatt and Gus Joseph in team roping, Corzatt in calf roping, Cooper Smitley and Isaac Miley in steer wrestling, Eli Dimmerling in light rifle, and Miley in trap shooting. Next month we’ll be back to share the results from our high school state finals rodeo and our National High School Rodeo Finals qualifiers. July 2022

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Ashland Paint & Plain Saddle Club

Over 1000 Entries at Memorial Day Weekend Show PRESIDENT, Steven “Chunk” Watts; SECRETARY, Melissa Green; TREASURER, Terri Rafeld; WEBSITE, www.ashlandpaintandplain.com EMAIL, paintandplaininfo@yahoo. com

by Chesna Wertz Hi everyone! Time is just flying by this summer, hard to believe I’m already writing the July Corral article. Hopefully this finds you all well, and having success in your show season travels. On May 28-29, we had our second show of the season, under Judge Conner Smith. It was a beautiful weekend for showing (we are going to forget about the monsoon Friday afternoon) with wonderful temperatures and sunshine! It was another successful show, with so many talented horse/rider teams competing. We ended the weekend with over 1,000 entries. Thank you to everyone who came out and spent your Memorial Day weekend with us.

Also a big thank you to Jeremy Scott, who took time the week of the show to remove rocks and add in new footing to the outdoor warm up pen! As of this writing, we are just a couple weeks away from our third show of the season. The July 2 and 3 show we will be showing under Judge Brandy Napier. Hope to see everyone there!

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Tri-County Trail Association

Summer Bash was a Smash PRESIDENT, Jim Mike VICE PRESIDENT, Terry McKain SECRETARY, Falicia Pitman TREASURER, Chuck Stephens WEBSITE, www.tri-cotrails.com

by Kelly Jo Heffner Another great Summer Bash event is in the record books! The obstacle course challenge was exciting, and everyone did such a great job! The food was wonderful! The weather held off on any rain so that everyone was able to enjoy the trails as well as the obstacle course. The band after dinner did a wonderful job and everyone thoroughly enjoyed the raffle, silent auctions, and gift packages for the obstacle course. Saturday night dinner was amazing. There was fun to be had for all ages and all riding levels! The club always does such a wonderful job at these events, pulling together as a team

to make each event a success for everyone who attends. I’ve included some photos from the event. Great job everyone! What a wonderful beginning to a great summer for us all. If you were not able to attend, there are more events coming soon! The 34th annual Ox Roast is in August, and the Halloween event is in October, come on out and have a good time while making some long-lasting memories—don’t forget about the Ox Roast Raffle. Winners do not have to be present to receive their prize. Happy Summer everyone! 2022 EVENT CALENDAR JULY 10: Board Meeting and General Meeting, 5 p.m. JULY 22-24: Away Ride; watch for upcoming information! AUG. 7: Board Meeting and General Meeting, 5 p.m. AUG. 13: Work Party, 10 a.m. AUG. 19-21: Ox Roast Weekend and Raffle SEPT. 10: Work Party, 10 a.m.

Summer Bash fun! SEPT. 11: Board Meeting and General Meeting, 5 p.m. SEPT. 17: Fall Ride, 10 a.m.; Potluck after (time to be determined) OCT. 2: Board Meeting and General Meeting, 5 p.m., E. Sparta Com. Bldg OCT. 8: Work Party, 10 a.m.

OCT. 14-16: Halloween weekend NOV. 6: Board Meeting and General Meeting, 5 p.m., E Sparta Com. Bldg NOV. 13: Thanksgiving Dinner, 2 p.m.

Michigan Trail Riders Association, Inc.

Crossing Michigan in June PRESIDENT, Chuck Fanslow 1st VICE PRESIDENT, Al Davis SECRETARY, Kathleen Moss TREASURER, Mindy Ellis WEBSITE, www.mtra.org EMAIL, mtra.office@gmail.com PHONE, 989/723-1425

by Kristen Humble Summer is here and as I write this article I’m grading my high schooler’s papers and preparing to give final exams while I’m enviously stalking my friends’ Facebook posts about being on the first June ride. I love how MTRA offers a variety of rides throughout the year to accommodate the crazy schedules of its members. The first June ride happens before I get out of school for the year and I am anxiously awaiting June 16 when I can pack up and join the fun. Some things I’m noticing about the first June ride is that they had some rain in the beginning of the week but it looks like everyone was a really good sport about it 14

Bobe Swearengine’s Paso Finos driving.

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posting things like, “Good dust eliminator” and “It was nice to ride in under the shade of the clouds in a spot that can get really hot in the sun”. These types of reactions are very typical when you ride with the MTRA. We are a group of positive people that are always looking on the bright side. Another thing I noticed in the Facebook posts is that it is continuing to be popular to drive the shore to shore trail. There were multiple people driving a variety of carts on the first June ride. From what I understand, there are some separate sections of dirt roads that connect and intertwine with the riding trail so people can comfortably drive

Tracy Evans, Sam Gomez and Alicia Wert in Lake Huron. a cart the entire distance. In the first June ride, Bobe Swearengine even drove a team of bay Paso Finos pulling a beautiful buggy. The last thing I noticed was how much fun everyone was having. I saw pictures of friends gathered at rivers to eat lunch on the ride and groups of people cooking and sharing meals together in the evening or stopping at local bakeries and pizza places along the ride. There were posts with inside jokes and pictures of people with unconventional rain gear and muddy trucks. There was even a picture of a mule tied to a trailer captioned, “looking good for the ladies”. We just have a super

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Alicia Wert and Melinda Gosdzinski surviving the rain at Goose Creek. fun time and because of that, we have attracted many people from around the United States and many people who come year after year. Spending so much time with your horse and with good people is a life changing experience and I hope you can join us some day on the trail. If you have questions about any of the rides or anything, don’t hesitate to ask. Many of our group members are active on a variety of FB group pages especially the one titled ‘MTRA Friends’. You can also check out our website at www.mtra.org to keep up to date with all the happenings. Ride on! July 2022

Geauga Horse and Pony Association

Off to a Great Show Season PRESIDENT, George Baker 1st VICE PRESIDENT, Lisa Formica 2nd VICE PRESIDENT, Scott Burroughs TREASURER, Shauna Gingrich SECRETARY, Debbie Schwartz WEBSITE, www.ghpa.us

by Debbie Schwartz GHPA is off to a great show season! As of June we had 143 members, and we are still getting and accepting new members! At our first pleasure show on May 29 we had 80 riders. The food booth is open for all of our shows, serving up delicious food. All of our shows are pre entry and they close the day prior at 10 a.m. Contesting shows will be held the third Friday of each month beginning in June and going until September. They begin at 6:30 and are located at the Geauga County Fairgrounds at 4373 N. Cheshire Street in Burton, Ohio. There are two more open shows, they will be on July 10 and Aug. 14 at 8 a.m. The 2022 open showbill features a generation gap class at each show. In May 14 pairs, with at least a 10 year age gap, competed in showmanship.

The generation gap class of mother and son, Chelsea and Logan Workman with Presley. In June they competed in western pleasure, July will be western horsemanship and in August they will do barrels. A special prize is awarded to the top placings. The showbill also features a ‘Special Class’ at each show, May was bareback equitation, June was shankless showmanship, July will be surprise equitation, and August will be a pairs pattern. Specific class rules can be found in GHPA’s rulebook at ghpa.us GHPA thanks Big Dee’s Tack for their generous support of our organization through their Bonus Buck’s program. Likewise, thank you to Schneider’s Saddlery for their generous support. We appreciate the support of both of these wonderful companies.

Open riders, left to right, Marley Grandini and Clifford, Jeanette Baker and Isaac, Carly Schwartz and Laci, and Kamryn Foutty and Bree.

Novice riders from the May 29 show, left to right, Emily Cvelbar and Sebastian, Samantha Urbas and Leonard, and McKenzie Thompson and Olaf.

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O.H.I.O EXCA

New Logo, New Website PRESIDENT, Jimmy McDonald TREASURER, Elisa Holmes SECRETARY, Taylor Long WEBSITE, ohioexca.weebly.com

Summer has arrived, that means a busy EXCA schedule! We have been gearing up for our summer races. Our first race being July 3 at Creek Side Horse Park in Waynesburg, Ohio. We are all excited to begin our racing season! Along with preparing for our races, we have had some exciting activities going on. We have taken a 'new look' with our logo. Check out our O.H.I.O EXCA Facebook page for a peek, as well as updates and events! Thanks to ShaeMar Snaps and Customs, we have some exciting designs for our logo, flyers and the beginning of a website! Check us out at ohioexca.weebly.com. We have had some exciting clinics for our club. Jay Puzacke, our sponsor from Saltwell Western Store, presented a

roping clinic in May. He did a great job explaining and helping our club members learn the sport of roping! In early June, our very own Katie Finley, shared her knowledge of clicker training. She did an excellent job breaking down the process of this type of training. It was very interesting and many are excited to use this type of training everyday with their horses. It certainly helps with your human/ horse relationships, and most everyone can use help in this area! Thursday, June 9, we had an exhibition race at S bar L arena in Sugarcreek during our normal practice time. We were in hopes to gain some interest in the community. We had a nice group of contestants and had a great time together. Jimmy McDonald was our practice judge and did a great job explaining our scores and what judges are looking for. Kayla Schlabach will be conducting a horsemanship clinic at Creek Side Horse Park in Waynesburg, Ohio, on July 16. For details, check our Facebook page.

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State Championship Race, S bar L Arena, Sugarcreek, Ohio SEPT. 17: O.H.I.O Exca Race, S bar L Arena, Sugarcreek, Ohio For details on these events please check our Facebook page or our website. Looking forward to a great summer of activities!

Miami Valley Horse Show Association

Youth Members Having Fun PRESIDENT, Kenny Matthews VICE PRESIDENT, Beth Roosa SECRETARY, Rebekah Martindale TREASURER, Emily O’Daniel SHOW CHAIR, Betsie Moore EMAIL, Moorebetsie@gmail.com WEBSITE, www.MVHSA.com

by Rebekah Martindale The Miami Valley Horse Show Association (MVHSA) has been busy with the start of our show season and is looking forward to more fun this summer! We hope to see you at our next show for an opportunity to earn points for awesome year-end awards and prizes. To become a member and start earning points for year-end awards, visit our website: www. mvhsa.com Enjoy some photos of our youth members competing at the All American Youth Horse Show in May.

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Wayne County Saddle Club

All are Welcome at WCSC Shows PRESIDENT, Stan Bosler VICE PRESIDENT, Angie Didinger & Jaimie Horsky; SECRETARY, Tricia Crilow; TREASURER, Beth Eikleberry WEBSITE, www.waynecountysaddleclub.com

Once again, I can tell you 2022 is going great at the ‘Hollow.’ All show chair people deserve a thank you for their efforts to assure your Wayne County Saddle Club experiences are rewarding and pleasurable. Jamie, Angie, and Leanne produce the contest, pleasure and fun shows. Upcoming are the following: JULY 9: Pleasure point show JULY 23: Contest point show JULY 15: Fun show and Buckle Series JULY 24: Fun show and Buckle Series These and future events also appear in the Corral calendar in this issue. So far—so good with prospects of continuing excellence. Thanks folks. Members are welcome. Mike Geiger put on a seminar

A photo from a recent saddle club show. relating to first aid along the trail on June 5. Several folks attended, thanks Mike. Officers and directors continue to assure great events for you. Our meetings are the first Thursday of each month at the club grounds at 7 p.m. I reckon you’ll get this somewhere around July 4. This mid-summer holiday is, to me at least, a very important time; a commemoration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the birth of the greatest nation in history and its Constitution. A famous quote from that declaration goes, “We hold these truths to be selfevident, that all men are created

Memorial Day parade at Wooster. Photo credit: Vicki Bosler/Kilmer. equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” I hope you remember the struggles our founders went through to obtain the remarkable freedom we now tend (too easily, I think) to take for granted— and appreciate the widespread freedom we have because of those battles. God bless America! In addition to showing and riding trails at the ‘Hollow’ a number of us rode in the Memorial Day parade in Wooster; some for

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many years (I think this was my 68th consecutive year riding) and others for the first time. It is a good feeling to be part of the demonstration of gratitude for those brave men and women who sacrifice life for the freedom they believed in and maintained for us (US). The worship meets Sundays at 11 a.m. All are welcome. And, as I usually say, whether you come to watch, show, help or any combination of the above —you are welcome! So, why not join us?! ~Stan

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Mid-Ohio Marauders

Mid-Ohio Marauders Cover Your Tracks Shoots PRESIDENT, Tim Calvin VICE PRESIDENT, Tom Byrne SECRETARY, Judy Foster TREASURER, Laurie Maris PHONE, 740/206-7214 EMAIL, midohiomarauders@gmail.com WEBSITE, www.midohiomarauders.com

by Steve Keech The Marauders had an outstanding weekend of shooting in May. We had several new shooters from our April clinic enter their first shoot and they all did great. Congratulations to all the competitors, especially the class winners, and top cowgirls and cowboys. COVER YOUR TRACKS I SATURDAY RESULTS Limited Wrangler, Oakley Kline; Open Wrangler, Nicholas Hall; Limited Rifle, Cole Caster; Open Rifle, Steve Keech; Limited Shotgun, Mike Stevens; Open

Renee Calvin, Steve Keech, Sonya Morse. Shotgun, David Mitchell; Reserve Cowgirl, Sonya Morse; Reserve Cowboy, Steve Keech; Overall Cowgirl, Renee Calvin; Overall Overall, Curt Moore. COVER YOUR TRACKS II SUNDAY RESULTS Open Wrangler, Nicholas Hall; Reserve Cowgirl, Jen Casey; Reserve Cowboy, David Mitchell; Overall Cowgirl, Mallory McDonald; Overall Overall, Curt Moore.

We also celebrated several move-ups. Hollianne Windle from L1 to L2, Ryan Hirdes from M2 to M3, Clayton Lightfield

Curt Moore, David Mitchell, Mallory McDonald, Jen Casey. from M3 to M4! Some of the move-up dances were captured on video and shared on social media. Check out the CMSA website for complete results, https://www. cmsaevents.com/events/event.ph p?id=11945&show=points&gro up=Revolver&type=Class As always, if you are interested in joining the Mid-Ohio Marauders, the Central Ohio club for CMSA, please visit us at Midohiomarauders.com

or on Facebook at Mid-Ohio Marauders. See you soon! 2022 SCHEDULE JULY 22-24: Madison County Fairgrounds, London, OH AUG. 19-21: Madison County Fairgrounds, London, OH Mid-West SEPT. 23-25: Regional’s Madison County Fairgrounds, London, OH OCT. 23: AAQH Congress Shootout, Ohio Expo Center, Columbus, OH

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Join LEMV in July for War Wagon I-II PRESIDENT, R. David Davis VICE PRESIDENT, Mike Sheets SECRETARY/TREASURER, Karen Davis; PHONE, 330-719-3290 EMAIL, karenld0819@gmail.com WEBSITE, www.lakeerievaqueros.net

by Karen (Chilipepper) Davis

Tye Alleshouse

Nataley Kemmer

Jessica Sheets

We had our first event of the season. We had 30 riders on Saturday with one Wrangler and Sunday we had 28 riders and one Wrangler. Saturday the weather held off until we were done then it down poured, needless to say we did not get to watch our movie. Everyone was disappointed. They were looking forward to watching Open Range. Sunday, due to all the rain we had the night before we postponed the event until 11 a.m. instead of 9 a.m. to let the arena dry and get water drained. With all the rain and wet arena there were no incidents, no dropped guns and everyone had their guns loaded. Congratulations to all our winners for the weekend:

James Chambers; Reserve Cowboy: David Spackman; Reserve Cowgirl: Mary Chambers; Reserve Sr. Cowboy: Bob Koniak; Reserve Sr. Cowgirl: Cheri Stady; L1: Maria Haefner; L1 Second Place: Emily Hric; L2: Natalie Darnell; L4; Mary Chambers; L5: Karla Durnell; L6: Carla Spackman M1: Ed Haefner; M2: Tye Alleshouse; M3: David Spackman; M4: R. David Davis; M5: James Chambers; SL2: June Schmidt; SL3: Dawn Wojtowicz; SL4; Cheri Stady; SL5: Colleen Kelly; SM2: Greg Durnell; SM3: Dwayne Joyner; SM4: Bob Koniak; SM6: Ron Kiko; Wrangler: Lily Farnsworth. SUNDAY: Overall Champion and Overall Sr. Cowboy: Ron Kiko; Overall Cowboy: Tye Alleshouse; Overall Cowgirl: Carla Spackman; Overall Sr. Cowgirl: Cheri Stady; Overall Reserve and Sr. Cowboy: Bob Koniak; Reserve Cowboy: David Spackman; Reserve Cowgirl: Karla Durnell; Reserve Sr. Cowgirl: Sue Wolsli; L1: Maria Haefner; L1 Second Place: Nataley Kemmer; L2: Natalie Darnell; L5: Karla Durnell; L6: Carla Spackman M1: Ed Haefner M2: Tye Alleshouse; M3: David Spackman; M4:

R. David Davis; SL2: June Schmidt; SL3: Dawn Wojtowicz; SL4: Cheri Stady; SL5: Colleen Kelly; SM2: Greg Durnell; SM3: Dwayne Joyner; SM4: Bob Koniak SM6 Ron Kiko; Wrangler: Lily Farnsworth.

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SATURDAY: Overall Champion and Overall Cowgirl: Carla Spackman; Overall Cowboy: James Chambers; Overall Sr. Cowboy: Ron Kiko; Overall Sr. Cowgirl: June Schmidt; Overall Reserve:

Come on out and watch the Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros at the Ashtabula County Fairgrounds in Jefferson, Ohio. It is free to the public and we have a concession stand with great tasting food at every event! Our dates for this season: JULY 16-17: War Wagon I-II AUG. 20-21: Broken Trail I-II SEPT. 17-18: Comancheros I-II

I would like to thank Carmen and Nancy Virzi for hosting our June meeting! Special thanks to our sponsors: Big Dee’s Vet and Tack Supply where you can get all your pet supplies and everything they need;

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by Lisa Kiley

ireworks season is officially upon us! Many of you are probably looking forward to celebrating the 4th of July holiday with friends and family that may include a fireworks show of some kind or even partake in setting off some fireworks of your own. Growing up, the 4th of July has always been my favorite holiday and part of that has been the fun of watching the brilliant lights sparkling in the sky and how the sights and sounds can captivate an audience into silence and awe, even if just for a few minutes. However, as I have gotten older, I tend to think more practically about how these festivities can affect the animals in my life. Thankfully, there are some things that we can do to help ensure that our animals (especially our horses) are safe while we are celebrating.

Get in the Know. First off, it’s important to know when fireworks events are happening in your area. It’s a good idea to check with the city and county where you live to find out when and where fireworks shows will be taking place so that you can determine how much they might affect the horses in your care. Did you know that in Ohio, as of July 1, 2022 there is a new legislation going into effect that allows citizens to set off fireworks on holidays including (of course) the 4th of July? This may mean more loud noises/flashes in areas even closer to your barn. Prepare in advance and put the other dates on your calendar too! Talk to your Neighbors. Some of us have great neighbors, while others can leave a bit to be desired. Either way, it does pay to have some open lines of communication when it comes to activities that have the potential to affecting what happens on your property. It’s worth the effort to see if any of your surrounding neighbors are planning on having activities that will involve fireworks. This will allow you to make a plan for your animals during that timeframe. Hopefully they will be respectful of your concerns and work with you in a neighborly way. Common Sense Safety. Maybe you and your family are planning on celebrating by setting fireworks off on your own property. If this is the case, make sure that you are following all safety precautions and instructions. It is also a good idea to have a fire extinguisher and a water source nearby and stay away from areas that are particularly flammable. July can be a very dry month, keeping an eye on the weather and proceeding with caution is the safest bet. If you have kids on the property, make sure that they understand never to play with fireworks near barns or by horses/ livestock. Even a simple sparkler can start a fire or cause burns. Make a Plan. Once you know what to expect, make a plan for the horses on your property. Some horses will be unaffected by fireworks, while others may have major stress reactions. If your horse is accustomed to being in a stall, keeping them in on nights when there are fireworks planned is a great idea. Playing music

in the barn, the noise of fans, or even ear plugs can help muffle the booming sounds that may bother them. If a stall isn’t an option, even a safe smaller paddock or corral with a shelter can provide a safe haven. Adding an extra flake of hay can help keep them distracted as well. The idea is to give them some shelter in a secured area. If a horse or a herd of horses start spooking in a large open area, there is more of a likelihood that they could run through the fence and injure themselves or get loose, and that is what we are really trying to prevent. Commit to Desensitizing. While horses each have their own unique personality, we as owners can help them to be more relaxed and calm in their environment by working with them throughout the year. By putting regular effort in to building a horse’s confidence, they should have less of a reaction when things happen that are out of the ordinary, like fireworks. Horses can become desensitized to loud noises; it just takes some time and patience. If a horse is in a group, it can also change how they react to stimuli—herd mentality—and be harder to deal with than just one individual horse that is spooking. With particularly reactive horses, it can be helpful to seek the advice of a trusted trainer who can help you and your horse prepare for these types of situations. The effort you put in will be rewarded with a better partnership with you and your horse overall. Consult your Veterinarian. If you have a horse that has a history of reactive behavior or they are at increased risk for injuring themselves, it’s probably a good idea to talk to your veterinarian about options. Give them some advanced notice of your concerns so that they can help determine if there is a supplement or medication that may help with the reactive behavior in situations like this. In any case, they would much rather help someone prevent an issue rather than come out in the middle of the night to fix a problem that could have been avoided. From everyone at Cashmans hope that you all have a fun and safe 4th of July weekend!

Lisa Kiley is a lifelong horse enthusiast who has worked in the equine industry and shown horses for many years. She is a proud member of the Cashmans Horse Equipment Team. Cashmans Horse Equipment, located in Delaware, Ohio, has been providing top quality products to the equine and agricultural community for 40 years. They have a commitment to sourcing environmentally conscious merchandise and items made in the U.S.A. Cashmans strives to educate customers and provide products that put safety first so you can enjoy more time with the horses you love. www.cashmans.com 24

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Ohio Western Horse Association

Food Truck Needed for Annual Fall Round Up PRESIDENT, Marc Beck VICE PRESIDENTS, Loretta Rudasill, Renee Liedel SECRETARY, Jonda Cole TREASURER, Eric Haudenschield WEBSITE, www.owha.org

Greetings to our Corral readers. We hope you are having a great summer with your family, friends and equine partners. It’s really starting to heat up here in Ohio, make sure you are taking those extra precautions to keep you and your horse cool and hydrated. Once again Ohio Western Horse Association held the June meeting on June 2 at AM Vets in Kenton, Ohio. The Board for OWHA has had some Board changes due to resignations. OWHA would like to announce that Renee Liedel is now secondvice president. Also, welcome back Bob and Wilma Fox as Trustees. During the meeting the 300 Club drawing was held

and the lucky winner was Mark Johnson. The OWHA adult club continues to work on making the Annual Fall Round Up an exceptional show. This includes finding a tasty food truck to feed all our hungry participants. If anyone that has a food truck is interested please contact Marc Beck, our OWHA president! OWHA would like to keep the family and friends of Irma Eileen Clement, a lifetime member of OWHA, in our thoughts and prayers as she passed away on May 7. Also, OWHA would like to continue to pray for the family of Lisa Lynn Scott Reiss, another lifetime OWHA member, who recently passed away in a motor vehicle accident on May 7. OWHA approved speed shows with NWOC in Upper Sandusky on May 14 and June 4 had a great turnout with beautiful weather. The Giving Up is Not an Option Pink Show was held on June 4. The show helped raise funds for the Lima Memorial Hospital Oncology department. Judi and Gene Kirby donated a saddle for the target race and the lucky

winner was Kyler Trent and Skip. The fastest barrel run of the day was Casey White and Tucker with a 16.55. And the fastest pole run of the day was OWHA youth member, Quinn Billenstein and Rio with a 21.402! Also on June 5, NWOC held an OWHA approved pleasure show. We would like to congratulate a few of our OWHA members on some great rides and multiple placings. Roger Fritch and She’s Remembered winning open halter mares, open and adult western pleasure and open walk trot. Michaela Haundenschield and PF No Problem winning Youth 8 and under showmanship, HUS walk trot, English equitation walk trot, horsemanship walk trot and pleasure walk trot. Renee Sweigert and KC Chips Sheik on winning Youth 14 to 18 showmanship, western pleasure, and open youth walk trot pleasure. Allison Derr and Charmer for winning Youth HUS, English equitation 9-13, western pleasure 9-13 and horsemanship 9-13. Krista Beck and Leagures Ebony Angel for

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winning adult horsemanship and open trail. Also, Krista Beck and Ebony Elvis winning adult walk trot pleasure. Taylor Shoen with Cupcake winning Youth halter pony and Taylor with Dutchess for winning horsemanship 14-18. Wilma Fox and Zhipped N Classic for winning adult showmanship. And to Collin Beck and Chip for winning lead line. Thank you to all the participants that came and supported OWHA and NWOC at the recent shows. OWHA would like to send out a special congratulations to OWHA member Ariel Bonnette and MacGyver. He earned his distinguished Level Lifetime Achievement Ribbon Award with Northwest Ohio Driving Circuit. He was the first one to reach over 1000 points, all of which were earned with Ariel. They are a wonderful team that is fun to watch. On behalf of OWHA, we would like to wish all of our family, friends and readers a Happy Fourth of July! Feel free to come and spend your fourth weekend with OWHA in Ada, Ohio!

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Camp is located at 2662 Downing Avenue SW, East Sparta, OH 44626

PARTICIPATE IN THE TERRI WILLARD MEMORIAL POKER RUN ON SATURDAY! 3 Best Hands will receive prizes and their poker run entry back!

Organized trail rides Saturday and Sunday

The band 77 South will provide music for entertainment Saturday evening after dinner and drawsings.

Camp wide Garage Sale on Saturday

RESERVATION FORM FOR THE 2022 TRI-CO OX AND PIG ROAST WEEKEND (Weekend package includes 5 Meals — Friday evening through Sunday breakfast) Name(s) ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Cost of entire weekend: (please circle those that apply)

Single (Member) ................... $50.00 Couple (Member) .................. $95.00 Family of 4 (Member) .......... $125.00 Youth, age 13-17 (Member) .. $25.00

Single (Non-Member)...................$68.00 Couple (Non-Member) ...............$125.00 Family of 4 (Non-Member) .........$155.00 Youth, age 13-17 (Non-Member) .$45.00

All children 12 & under eat free. Individual meal prices are $12 for breakfasts, Saturday lunch and Friday evening dinner. $20 for Saturday evening.

Total Money Included: $_________________ Paid reservations received by July 22nd will get a Commemorative T-shirt! Please specify T-shirt size & quantity:

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Send reservation form to: Tri-County Trail Association, PO Box 9188, Canton, Ohio 44711 (If paying after August 9, please pay in person when arriving at camp.)

For more information contact Ellen Van Pelt at (330) 323-2834 • www.tri-cotrails.com July 2022

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TrailMeister Trail Meister Horse Trailer Maintenance by Robert Eversole

efore the riding and camping season gets going full swing, now is a good time for your horse trailer’s yearly safety checks and service. If you aren’t mechanically savvy, or just not inclined, to do the job yourself a qualified professional can do all the work for you. Just make sure that they know what you want examined as the mechanic may not be familiar enough with horse trailers unless you ask for specific tasks. Ten easy trailer inspections to do yourself—and two that I leave to the pros! Inspecting Your Trailer Tires • Check the Tire pressure. One of the most common issues drivers face with their trailer tires is under inflation. Under inflation of your tires causes preventable wear to the tires and can even cause a blow out, derailing your trip before it gets started. Unfortunately, due to trailer tire’s stiff sidewalls, most won’t bulge out when the pressure is low like a car tires. The only way to accurately check your PSI is with a quality pressure gauge. To check the pressure in your tires, look for the PSI recommendation from the trailer manufacturer. The psi should be listed in the owner’s manual, or on a plaque on the trailer body. The tire inflation recommendation is according to the max load capacity of the trailer itself, not the amount written on the side of the tire. Check your trailer tires ‘cold’ so either before you drive or at least 3-4 hours after a trip. Then use the pressure gauge. Once you have a reading, you’ll know if your tire’s PSI is under or over the recommended amount, and you can act accordingly.

• Visually inspect the tread and sidewall. While you’re checking your tire’s air pressure look for foreign objects that may be caught in the tread, cracking, deep cuts, or bulges on the sidewall that may indicate a broken cord. Tires that are overly worn or cracked can lead to potential blowouts, putting you and your loved ones at risk. If you see cracks on the circumference and surface of your trailer tires, be careful. This indicates dry rot, which makes tires more susceptible to leaks and tread separation. More horse trailer tires wear out from rot rather than from road miles. Trailer tires often sit for prolonged periods. This creates flat spots that are high-risk for separation. Additionally, UV light from the sun contributes to cracking and premature aging. Finally, you want to ensure that there is a valve cap on every tire. These cost just a few dollars, but protect the tire valve from damage and is added protection against slow leaks through the valve itself. • Measure the Tread Depth. Tread depth is the measurement from the top of the tread to the bottom of the tire’s deepest grooves. It determines if the tire can maintain safe tracking and handling performance. An easy way to tell if the tires have neared the end of their life is by using a penny to confirm the tire’s tread depth. If Lincoln’s entire head is visible, then the tire is considered worn out in most instances, and should be replaced. 28

• How old are my trailer tires? All tires sold in the US have a DOT code which indicates the tire meets all federal standards, these identification numbers also include the tire’s date of manufacture. It is recommended to replace all trailer tires every 3-7 years. When purchasing new trailer tires talk to the dealer to ensure the product that you are receiving has been recently manufactured. Finding Your Tire’s Date Code: To find your tire’s date code, identify the code on the tire that begins with ‘DOT’. The ‘DOT’ should be followed by a series of letters and numbers. The last four digits of this code tell you the date when your tire was manufactured. The first two numbers indicate what week of the year it was made (out of 52 weeks per year), and the second two numbers represent the year. For example, 3408 would reveal that a tire was manufactured during the 34th week, or mid August, of the year 2008. By taking these easy steps, you can extend the life of your tires while decreasing your risk. Don’t forget to check your spare tire.

Inspecting Your Trailer Floor It’s imperative that the trailer floor be in good condition. Take out the mats and check the floor for soundness. Your horses are counting on it. If you have a wood floor, test its integrity with a screwdriver or a knife. Try to stick a screwdriver into the surface and twist it. If the wood crumbles easily it’s time to replace the floorboards. Do the same from underneath. Rot can be hiding where you can’t easily see it. If you have an aluminum floor, check for corrosion or pitting. Also check the welds for cracks. If you see a potential problem, contact the dealer.

Inspecting Your Trailer Lights Turn on the lights. Are all the taillights, stop lights, clearance lights and turn signals working properly? Replace bulbs as necessary. Verify that the trailer’s electrical connection to your vehicle is clean and tight.

Inspect the Safety Chains Trailer safety chains are the first line of defense in case anything causes a sudden disconnection of tow vehicle and trailer. If your ball or coupler do fail, your safety chains will allow you to guide your trailer and ease your way into a stop. Check the chains for wear and tear. Replace as needed. When connected the chains should not drag on the ground or be twisted to shorten them. Ensure that the chains are attached to the frame of the towing vehicle not to any part of the hitch. Safety chains should never be overlooked for regular maintenance, they’re the glue holding your towing adventure together. S

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Premier Mount N Trail

Park Prepping for a Beautiful Season of Competition PRESIDENT, Cynthia Bauman VICE PRESIDENT, Amanda Fowler SECRETARY, Heidi Daugherty TREASURER, Stephanie Tarr HEAD JUDGE, Kelly Chapman EMAIL, premiermountntrail@gmail.com WEBSITE, www.premiermountntrail.com

by Amanda Fowler Do you love fun competition?

You know, competition but without the stress? If you do, you’ll love our PMT Fun Show scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 24 at Creek Side Horse Park in Waynesburg, Ohio! A Fun Show is an event for all riders, all ages, all skill levels— it’s for anyone and everyone to bring their horse, meet new friends, show off what you’ve been working on all summer and most importantly have a good time doing it. The PMT Fun Show begins in the arena at 1 p.m. We’ll have

classes like key hole, barrels, down and back, ball drop—all the favorites. At 4 p.m. we’ll have pony bingo and at 6 p.m. a delicious spaghetti dinner. There will be a raffle table, lively music, a welcoming community, and delicious food. Keep and eye on our Facebook page (Premier Mount N Trail Association) for more details. Other show dates to note: Creek Side Horse Park located at 7369 Mottice Drive

SE, Waynesburg, OH 44688. Upcoming dates: Aug. 7, Sept. 17-19. Holland Western Park located at 3856 61st Street, Holland, MI 49423. Upcoming Dates: July 9-10, Aug. 13-14. Kal-Val Park located at 9853 S. 34th Street, Scots, MI 49088. Upcoming dates: July 31 and Aug. 21. Double C Farm located at 16011 Comus Road, Clarksburg, MD 20871. Upcoming dates: Aug. 27.

Trailer Maintenance (continued) Inspect the Breakaway Battery and Switch The trailer breakaway system is designed to bring automatically bring the trailer to a safe stop should the trailer be disconnected from the tow vehicle while driving. For this to happen you must have operational electric brakes on the trailer, the 12 volt battery must be charged and the switch cable must be attached to the towing vehicle. Ensure that the breakaway cable is not attached to the hitch or the safety chains. Doing so is neither legal nor safe. The breakaway cable should be attached to a part of the tow vehicle that cannot fall off—the frame. A quick way to check if the breakaway system is working is as follows: Hook up the trailer but keep the trailer electrical plug disconnected. Pull out the pin from the breakaway switch. Slowly pull the tow vehicle forward. If the trailer brakes lock up & the wheels won’t turn, your breakaway system is working functioning. If your trailer rolls without restraint, you need to have the system repaired. Re-insert the pin into the switch.

order to avoid issues such as impaired steering or a broken axle. Brake Shoes and Drums: Properly functioning brake shoes and drums are essential to ensure your, and your animals, safety. As such they should be inspected for excessive wear or heavy scoring. Depending on the amount of wear, the drums may have to be turned or replaced. Regular trailer maintenance is critical to ensuring the longevity of your trailer, as well as ensuring you arrive at your destination safely. If you have specific questions regarding your trailer, consult your owner’s manual or your dealer. As always, for more practical information on trail riding, camping with horses, or tips on getting to the trailhead safely, visit www. TrailMeister.com. It’s also the world’s largest and most accurate guide to horse trails and camps.

Inspect the Trailer Jack Operate the jack to ensure that it raises and lowers smoothly when lifting the trailer to connect and disconnect from the tow vehicle. Ensure the jack is stable and tightly fastened to the trailer. For swivel jacks, check mounting/swivel hardware for worn or broken parts. Grease if needed.

Field-tested Tips to Improve Your Outdoor Adventures

Inspect the Inside of the Trailer Look inside the trailer for any potential problems. Do all moving parts, doors, and latches work properly? Ensure that no animals or insects have built unwelcome homes since the trailer was last used.

Trailer Inspections that can be Delegated to a Professional Wheel Bearings and Hubs: Trailer wheel bearings need regular maintenance, and with enough towing, replacement. The bearings are located within the wheel hub and reduce the friction between the wheel and wheel assembly. Because the bearings are hidden from plain view, it is crucial to remember to take the necessary time to open the wheel hub and inspect. Wheel hubs connect the trailer tires to the axle and allow them to spin. Check to see if they are damaged, corroded or improperly installed in

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View From the Cheap Seats

Yet Another Exciting, Death-Defying Adventure of A Middle-Aged Equestrian! (Part 1 of 2)

by Sarah Vas

surprised even myself when I accepted a friend’s invitation to a recent wilderness retreat. This yoga studio she frequents was hosting a threeday outing at a nearby YMCA summer camp facility. Group yoga sessions at sunrise, cafeteria style vegan/vegetarian meals, communal cabin accommodations complete with prison bunk beds, concrete walled shower stalls, and the lingering pungent scents of B.O and bug spray. I’ve never so much as attempted actual yoga nor owned a sleeping bag or shower shoes at this age. But like the time I camped out for three long days inside a slat-sided stock trailer in the heat, the bugs, and a dark-of-night rain storm for my best buddy as her carriage driving groom, I signed up for this yoga thing only because I enjoyed the company. I’m loyal that way,

although guaranteed, I’m gonna complain loudly about my abject loathing for anything outdoors-y or remotely camping-esque. And even as the words left my mouth, I couldn’t believe I was agreeing to join my non-horsey friend on her most anticipated elective activity. Tucked between morning vinyasas and evening mediation was an hour-long guided walking trail ride through the woods. I was the only jeanwearing, boot-shuffling camper amidst a sea of yoga pants clad adults when our group strolled down the hill to the barn. The modest facilities were as expected; nothing fancy, sort of grubby. The horses stood unimpressive, already tacked and tied to arena walls like sketchy rental bikes at a tourist hot spot. But I was resolved to be good nature about it because I know all too well about how the staff and stock of a summer camp stable

We tip our caps to the Summer Camp Gangs!

The Fast ones

The Fancy ones

The Lazy ones

and the Crazy ones.

The Days are Long but the Summer is Short!

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are working without a net! Most seasonal riding program budgets are skimpy at best. Tack and horse flesh are generally donated, and neither category is dripping with excessive quality. You can bet I packed my own helmet. If anyone asked, “what did you do at yoga camp?” I didn’t want the answer to be “I got lice.” Besides, I can be polite, understanding, and accommodating for a whole hour, right? I hung back as long as possible until only myself and another adult camper were waiting for our randomly assigned horses. The options were Fat Pony #1 or Fat Pony #2. The former was the only horse wearing a fly mask over its cobbled together headgear. I’ll take Fat Pony #1, thankyouverymuch! Turns out the fly gear was covering an eye injury. I’m riding the blind horse? Bonus. Eventually, 13 adults were awkwardly situated atop 13 sleepy eyed camp horses. I tried to mind my business but couldn’t help dismounting Fatty McFlymask in order to assist not one, not two, but three different situations involving prepubescent barn staff kidlets in tiny tan breeches tasked with correcting questionable stirrup lengths. These baby girls didn’t have the strength or knowledge to unlock the mystery of a Blevins buckle trapped under inexperienced and slightly petrified adults wearing yoga pants and sneakers masquerading as closed toe shoes. As my father would say in his best old lady voice when mocking something ridiculous, “Bless us and save us, said Mrs. O’Davis.” After our requisite practice loop around the indoor arena to prove comprehension of the In-Flight Safety Speech, our horses slowly exited the building in mandatory single file fashion. Our row of unsuspecting yoga moms and dads were sandwiched between two mounted camp guides, one teenage girl leading, one bringing up the rear. OK, I can handle this, I surmised. My saddle wasn’t too intolerable on the old bones and my steady steed was happily following the horse to her fore. I chatted with the very pleasant young girl tasked with wrangling the back half of our motley crew.

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The trail was not always well groomed, flat, or gave much elbow room but the horses, bless their hearts, knew the loop. We were all enjoying the portion of our pre-ride training that instructs one to lean forward going uphill as each horse awkwardly scrambled up a narrow, muddy incline. The lead camp guide had long crested the rise above the slope and had rounded the bend with several campers in tow. The footing on this short hillside was just sticky enough to cause a brief bottle neck at the back of the line. We’d made it a whole 15 minutes when all h#*% broke loose. My fly masked wonder had dutifully been following a chestnut tail when the mare attached to that tail decided my good girl was way too up her red butt. The telltale squeal of an angry mare in season rang out. Mind you, the chestnut horse was carrying an older woman who had grabbed the saddle horn from the Get Go and hadn’t Let Go! I’m still wondering if she realized the horse under her was donkey kicking my rental mare at close range, straight in her saggy throat. Gravity pulled my horse’s blubbery body sideways into the tree line. At that, the red head deftly swung her hindquarters towards my horse and continued to ‘bazooka fire’ kick at us. I realized immediately that my poor chubster was trapped. We were sideways on the hillside with our heads under the saplings, hind feet slipping on the muddy trail, and this rowdy red horse backing into us with verve. Thankfully we were too close to the blows to really suffer the full power of her efforts. I caught sight of both her soles when she aimed for my horse’s exposed belly. Too bad for her, I saw it coming and instinctually swung out my left foot in its turd brown plastic stirrup to block her. As her toe grazed the side of my shoe, my own toes automatically curled in and under like prairie dogs ducking from danger. S July 2022

Pure Gold Stables

Volunteer at Pure Gold Horse Stables and Receive Perks BARN MANAGER, Heather Birkmire, 814/746-2664 EVENT MANAGER, Shae Marshall, 330/704-9459 LOCATION, 3325 State Route 45, Salem, Ohio WEBSITE, www.puregoldequine.com

by Shae Marshall Congratulations to our June summer jumper show winners! Jalin Wilcox, Julie Kent, Ginny Birkmire, Kait Dilellio, Brittany Johnson, Caroline Markulis, Aliza Downing, and Gillian Thompson! Summer jumper points have

been updated and posted on our website! Special thank you to our volunteers, without all of you the shows would not be possible! Pictures will be uploaded at http://www.sms-customs.com! Here at Pure Gold (PG) if you volunteer you get a PG gift card that is good for any PG event

(excluding clinics), grounds use, stalling, etc.! Our next Summer Jumper Series will be July 31 Freedom Jumpers (Red, White, and Blue). Special event trophies, and prizes for the best dressed, to our theme, have been ordered! Come enjoy the beautiful, laid back set up for all riding levels!

Schooling is also available at a discounted rate for the month of July, more information and cost can be found on our website, http://www.puregoldequine.com Any questions or want to hold an event at our facility, please message Heather Birkmire, 814/ 746-2664.

Sarah owns and operates a continuation of her parents’ original business, Winfield Farm & Forge, Ltd., that which couldn’t currently exist without constant gratitude for Kevin, her very forgiving, ridiculously supportive husband. Together, they are quietly beginning to explore the Farm’s newest

chapters, both in and out of the horse world. They are returning to Sarah’s family roots, this time as breeders of Arabian/Welsh Sport Ponies for dressage and carriage while husband and wife indulge their pent up creativity producing a variety of rustic décor and iron work.

Death-Defying Adventure (Continued) I growled a throaty warning at the crabby cow, then landed a walloping slap to the top of her croup. Surprised, she leapt forward, halting awkwardly on the incline. Are you serious? I can’t have one vacation weekend without wrangling some stupid horse actin’ a fool?

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Stay tuned for next month’s dramatic continuation in Part 2! Sarah Vas, a second-generation horsewoman, writes about her decades of adventure and mayhem among several breeds and disciplines, and countless equine educational endeavors both as student and teacher.

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ith prices of everything rising lately, it may be tempting to take shortcuts with your feeding program. But be cautious as if changes are made without careful consideration, you could be under-nourishing your horse and end up spending more money on poor quality feed. Read on for some tips about how to stretch your feed budget while keeping your horses happy and healthy.

Pasture, Hay and Forage Alternatives

If you have pasture, maximize it! Mow, fertilize and practice rotational grazing if you have enough space to do so. Research at the University of Minnesota found that adding cool-season grasses, such as annual ryegrass to pastures helped extend the grazing season into the fall (and start earlier in the spring). This study also showed that horses preferred ryegrass, spring wheat and winter wheat, and were less fond of grazing spring oat, spring forage oat, winter barley and winter rye (Grev et al., 2017). Not everyone has good quality pasture, and if you are relying on hay, be sure to be a discerning buyer. Hopefully, you have a good relationship with a hay supplier. If not, it’s not too late to start one! Purchase hay by weight, and have it tested to ensure you’re getting a good quality product. An equine nutritionist can help you interpret the analysis. While you are hay shopping, make sure you buy what is appropriate for your horse. That easy keeper likely doesn’t need top notch alfalfa, whereas the performance horse who needs calories to maintain work may fare better with higher quality hay (grass or alfalfa). You can use hay feeders or nets to help minimize waste as well. Don’t forget the value of good management when it comes to hay storage as well—keep it dry and out of the elements when storing, while allowing for proper air circulation to help maintain quality. Mixing in some forage alternatives can be useful in stretching your hay supply and making your money go farther. Incorporating things like hay cubes, beet pulp or hay pellets can sometimes be a useful trick for making your hay last longer. Depending on where you live and your hay supply, costs can vary widely so this really depends on your economic circumstances.

Check Concentrates Importantly, do not over- or under-feed your horse. Check the feeding directions on the concentrate feed you buy. What do they recommend for the weight and activity level of your horse? Feeding directions are developed based on the individual product’s vitamin and mineral fortification, calories and protein, and they are certainly not all the same. If you are feeding less than what the manufacturer recommends, would you be better off with a ration balancer, and maybe a fat supplement that will stretch your supply while still providing nutrients? 32

If you are feeding more than the manufacturer recommends, perhaps you need a higher fat or higher calorie feed, that will ultimately reduce the total amount of concentrate you need to feed and make your dollar go farther (yes, even if that bag is more expensive). Work with an equine nutritionist to help you determine if supplements are really necessary. Often, horse owners can save money by feeding a well-balanced ration and not overdoing supplements. While some supplements may still be recommended, you may find that others are excess, and you may not need them.

Final Tips Finally, remember that when considering feed intake, an average adult horse should consume 1.5-2.5 percent of their body weight per day, the majority (or all) of which should be forage. For a 1000-lb. horse, this can range from 15-25 pounds of food per day (including forage, forage alternatives and concentrates). The amount fed will vary based on the horse’s calorie needs, nutrient value of hay and/ or concentrate, activity level and body type—one size certainly does not fit all! These numbers can be used as a guide to review a feeding program. An equine nutritionist can help you run the numbers by balancing rations, interpreting hay analyses, and evaluating supplements to maximize the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of your feeding program, so don’t hesitate to reach out! REFERENCES AND FOR ADDITIONAL READING: • https://extension.umn.edu/horse-nutrition/stretch-hay-supply • https://extadmin.ifas.ufl.edu/media/extadminifasufledu/cflag/image/docs/fl-equine-institute/2007/ StretchHaySupply.pdf

Dr. Nettie Liburt is the Senior Equine Nutrition Manager for MARS Horsecare US/BUCKEYE™ Nutrition, responsible for formulating and developing new products, research and education of the sales team, our dealers and our customers. Headquartered in Dalton, Ohio, BUCKEYE Nutrition has been manufacturing quality products since 1910. BUCKEYE Nutrition takes feed safety seriously, implementing many programs mandated in human food manufacturing facilities. With the backing of WALTHAM®, a world-leading authority on pet care and widely renowned as an institution of the highest scientific caliber, our equine nutritionists provide scientifically-based equine nutritional solutions which guide our formulations and our BUCKEYE Nutrition brand promise of being the highest quality, fixed formula feeds available. BUCKEYE Nutrition is a 100 percent equine-focused company, 100 percent medication-free facility, sourcing 100 percent traceable, pure ingredients for consistency. 800/898-9467 www.BuckeyeNutrition.com

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Knox County Horse Park

Cowgirls and Cowboys PRESIDENT, Donny Cline VICE PRESIDENTS, Travis Ross and John Weekley TREASURER, Pam Niner SECRETARY, Debbie Cole FACEBOOK, Knox County Horse Park Inc

by Donny Cline Our first two shows were canceled but on the up side of weather, the Mini Show was a go and Cathy Foster with The Lil Hooves, Big Hearts Miniature Horse Show was held May 14 with all the funds going to charity. It was a great turn out for young and old to have fun with other miniature horse enthusiasts for a good cause. We were so thankful to have many volunteers from the park to help make sure things run smoothly and thankful to get the show in before the rain. May 21 and 22 the Double L had a clinic on contesting and pleasure classes. The students were taught by Lexi Snyder and

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Lindsey Conant with camping and learning skills. The rain came Saturday evening and forced to move the sleep over to Lexi’s indoor arena which games with horses and kids were a hit and some desensitizing took place. Sunday, May 22 was a show open to the public and the students of the clinic to show what they learned. June 4 the sun was shining and the park got its first show in. We had contestants of all ages showing in egg and spoon, pole bending, stakes and barrels. The mystery class was roping which is a challenge to young Cowgirls and Cowboys but in the end a great show and no rain. July 2 is the next show and if

you follow the park on Facebook you saw the belt buckles that are given at the October show. With four shows left you still have a chance to win so come on out and participate. JULY 2: rain date 16 AUG. 6: rain date 20 SEPT. 3: rain date 17

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OCT. 1: rain date 15 OCT. 29: Halloween Show Class ribbons for places first through fifth. The buckles are for open classes 13 and under, 14 to 18, and 19 and over...the same for walk/trot classes. Shows start at 10 a.m. and gates open at 8:30 a.m.

Farrier Friendly

Making Shoeing Safer for Your Farrier by Bryan S. Farcus, MA, CJF

A foundation first… According to reports released by most human safety and health organizations, notably the US National Electronic Injury Surveillance System (NEISS) and the National Coroner’s Statistics Agency of the UK and Australia, approximately 20 individuals per year are killed and countless more are injured, while engaging in horse-related activities. It has been suggested in various surveys conducted in the US in recent years that the horse has made the top 10 list of most deadly animals for several years running. This statistic should be concerning and hopefully an eye-opener for those who may enter into the task of dealing with horses without any real preparation for their safety and those around them. As a practicing farrier, I have witnessed firsthand the danger and permanent damage that can

occur to both horse and human when a horse owner chooses not to be safety conscious. When it comes to the shoeing of horses, heeding all the warning signs to avoid a ‘wreck’ while your farrier is attempting to shoe a horse is literally a matter of life and death. For your farrier, a safe shoeing experience is a necessity, not a luxury. Of the many horse-related occupations, it has been suggested that farriers are equal to or at least rank a close second to what most consider being the most dangerous equine occupation—a jockey. In my experience, I have found that most injuries to a farrier are a result of a failed attempt to shoe untrained horses. In this situation, untrained pertains to the lack of preparation by the owner to help the horse become farrier-friendly. Horses can lack that part of their training regardless of age or discipline, I routinely meet horses that may be great at their ‘day job’ (trail/ cow work/ jumping,

etc.) but lack the foundation training necessary to be a safe and trustworthy shoeing partner.

Choose a technique over quick tactics… It is vital that everyone dealing with a horse begin to understand horse logic. I’m not suggesting anything cute like becoming one with the horse, or becoming psychic. In fact, I’m suggesting something quite simple, just become more aware of your surroundings and begin reading some basic body expressions/ reactions that your horse may send your way. Whether your horse is young or old, you can enhance your communication with him by practicing a training method that emphasizes leadership exercises. In the long run, you will find that any true and lasting communication between you and your horse will develop through a Spot/Direction/Motivator cue system, rather than a Bribe/Bait/ and Switch approach.

Ready or Not?... One question you may have already faced or eventually will, is whether your horse is ready for shoes? It is a given that most people prefer a farrier that is courteous to them and kind to their horse, but no farrier can be that farrier without your help. Here are a few things you can do ahead of time, long before you call upon a farrier, to build a good foundation: • A respectful horse is a happier horse…be a leader. Practice having your horse ‘turn and face’ you each time you enter stalls/ turn-out areas. • Practice halter leading…be able to move his nose/hips and shoulders, with a leadline and training stick, rather than shoving him around with your bare hands (pushing and shoving won’t be safe or helpful to you while the farrier is trying to work). • Practice lowering you horse’s head and relaxing him at his poll.

This will help with focus and rebalancing of his stance. After establishing the above as a routine for you and your horse, now you are ready to test your horse’s readiness for shoes. The following five parts make-up what I refer to as the FarrierFriendly Readiness Test™: • The Steering Test: Can you move him around with a hind end first approach? Should be comfortable with the use of a crop or stick to help guide hindquarters. • The Flexibility Test: Is he willing to give you his nose? Bend and flex head and neck to each side? Lower his head to relax the poll? This will help him focus and become more balanced in general. • The Touch Test: Is your horse comfortable with touching and rubbing of his entire leg from top down? Also, OK with a stick or rope touching legs? • The Tap Test: Can you tap his hoof capsule with your stick or crop to simulate the pounding sound? Getting use to the noise of shoeing is important. • The 3-Legged Balance Test: Will your horse offer up his foot before you actually try to lift and pull it off the ground? If not, begin by using a LightFooted posture approach. No ‘tug of war’ or ‘dead lifting a live horse’!

Don’t get in over your head… I urge you to seek the help of a qualified trainer at any point you may feel uncomfortable working on any exercise with your horse. Remember by nature, horses at times can be unpredictable and sometimes dangerous. It’s important that we not feel like a failure if we find ourselves in a situation where we need help. Being able to ask for help when necessary is a sure sign of a strong leader and never that of a weak one. I urge each of you to make a commitment to making the shoeing of your horse as safe as

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REFERENCES UC Santa Barbara Dept. of Geography, www.geog.ucsb.edu/forget-sharks US Consumer Product Safety Commission, www.cpsc.gov The Sydney Morning Herald, www.smh.com.au American Association of Professional Farriers, www.professionalfarriers.com/farrier_ assistance • The Brotherhood of Working Farriers, www.bwfa.net/injured farrier fund • The Farrier Friendly Network, www.youtube.com • • • •

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July 2022

Ohio Paint Horse Club

Border Bash Show Co-Hosted with Michigan Paint Horse Club PRESIDENT, Tim Snapp VICE PRESIDENT, Luke Wadsworth TREASURER, Jill Krofft Davis SECRETARY, Heather Collins WEBSITE, www.ophc.org

by Hannah Dunn Happy July, Corral readers! We are almost halfway through

2022 (wow!) and the Ohio Paint Horse Club (OPHC) hopes you have been having a great year so far, whether with your horses or just enjoying time with family and friends. The APHA World Show in Fort Worth, Texas, is coming to a close, and we want to congratulate everyone on their successes. We hope everyone enjoyed the ride. While the Midwest isn’t like Fort Worth, the summer weather here can bring its own unique

Making Shoeing Safer (Continued) possible—your horse and your farrier will be forever grateful! As with all horse related activities, all techniques suggested in this article are to be approached with caution since horses can be unpredictable and may have different reactions. It is always a good idea to consult a professional/specialist if you are unsure about any of the aforementioned exercises. The author will not assume any

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liability for loss incurred due to any lack of ability to perform any aforementioned suggestions. If you’ve enjoyed Bryan’s articles, go to amazon.com/farrierfriendly and check-out his books offered in Kindle or paperback form. You can also tune into Bryan’s YouTube channel: “The Farrier Friendy Network”. For more information please visit: www. farrierfriendly.com

set of challenges for livestock owners. With the scorching temperatures that July brings, don’t forget to give your fourlegged companions plenty of water, shade, and attention. Consider picking stalls often to give horses a reprieve from the flies, and don’t be afraid to get that hose ready for quick rinses at the wash rack in this heat. For some personal news, I just bought a foal, and it has been so exciting. He is a 2022 dun AQHA/APHA/PtHA/NSBA/ IBHA/ABRA eligible gelding by Mightty Mouse and out of a One Hot Chocolate mare. I don’t have any experience with babies, but I thought it would be a fun challenge and rewarding experience to get one and watch it grow. I bought my first horse and APHA World Champion, Shez Sucha Sensation (Maggie), when she was two and I was 10, and growing with her has been my favorite part of owning horses. Switching gears to some of the OPHC’s news, we are excited to hold our annual Border Bash show in July, co-hosted with

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the Michigan Paint Horse Club (MPHC). The show will be held in Wauseon, Ohio, at the Fulton County Fairgrounds. This is a Midwest Connection Series Show, so if you are chasing that coveted custom Wenger saddle, be sure to attend! This show will also count toward OPHC and MPHC year-end high points. Judges are John Boxell (NSBA), Charlene and Mike Carter, and Gayle Lampinen. This show is a Top 20 APHA show, so we hope to see you come show with us. To stay up to date on shows and announcements, please follow our Facebook pages: Zone 8 APHA, Ohio Paint Horse Club, and Zone 8 Solid PaintBred Exhibitors. These groups will post judges, patterns, and showbills as we get closer to the rest of the shows this season. If you wish to volunteer at any of the shows, the OPHC is happy to welcome you on board, and we thank you for your consideration. Happy horsing, and we hope to see you and your Paints at our shows this year!

Corral Calendar The COVID-19 pandemic is affecting all of us, creating a great deal of uncertainty within the horse show industry. It is simply impossible for the Horsemen’s Corral to keep up with event cancellations prior to going to print. Please take care of yourself, your family and your horses. Now more than ever...CALL BEFORE YOU HAUL! DISCLAIMER: The Horsemen’s Corral has made every effort to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information provided on this calendar of events. However, the information is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind. The Corral does not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained herein. Where possible, event contact information is provided. Please “Call before you haul”. JULY 2022 JULY 1 — LaRue County Saddle Club Western Pleasure/Ranch Fun Show, 210 Goodin-Williams Rd., Hodgenville, KY. FMI: Stephanie Florence, 270-735-2806 JULY 1-3 — 7th Annual Ohio NBHA Summer Jam, Garwood Arena, Columbiana, OH. FMI: 740-253-5549, iceward66@gmail.com JULY 1-3 — Midstates Team Tournament Open Horse Show, Noble County Fairgrounds, 580 Fair St., Kendallville, IN. FMI: Kellie, 260-316-3130 JULY 1-4 — 4th of July Team Sorting/ Cattle Weekend, Smoke Rise Ranch, 6751 Hunterdon Rd., Glouster, OH. FMI: 740767-2624, www.smokeriseranch.com JULY 2 — Western Dressage Lite Show, Brecksville Stables, 11921 Parkview Dr., Brecksville, OH. FMI: CADSrider@gmail. com, www.cadsdressage.org

JULY 2 — Preble County OHC 2022 Speed & Fun Show Series, 10 a.m., Hueston Woods Horseman’s Camp, 4 Mile Valley Rd., Morning Sun, OH. FMI: Becky, 937-4174359, www.facebook.com/groups/pcohc JULY 2 — Gibsonburg Saddle Club Speed Show, 961 N. Main, Gibsonburg, OH. FMI: Jerry Heaps, 419-351-9716, www. gibsonburgsaddleclub.org JULY 2 — Hamilton County Community Fair Open Horse Show, Stricker’s Grove, 11490 Hamilton-Cleves Rd., Hamilton, OH. FMI: Heather Alden, 812-584-9567 JULY 2 — Saddle Up Open Show Series, 9 a.m., 1950 McCorkle Rd., South Park, PA. FMI: Jennifer Wright, 412-498-9142 JULY 2-3 — Ashland Paint & Plain Horse Show, Ashland County Fairgrounds, 2042 Claremont Ave., Ashland, OH. FMI: Chunk Watts, 330-317-0945, www. ashlandpaintandplain.com JULY 2-3 — MW Pony Pals Buckle Series Show (2nd) & MW Pony Pals OWHA Pleasure Show, War Memorial Park, Ada, OH. FMI: 740-360-6816, www.owha.org JULY 2-3 — Northwest Ohio Driving Circuit Show, Fulton County Fairgrounds, 8514 OH108, Wauseon, OH. FMI: Kaylee, 419-6565669, diamondkfarm20@gmail.com, www. facebook.com/groups/433577480036595 JULY 2-3 — Happily Ever After Horse Show Series, Delaware County Fair, Delaware, OH. FMI: meghan@fairytalehorsefarm.com, https://happilyeveraftershowseries.com

HORSE SALE EVERY FRIDAY Tack at 11 a.m. Horses at 2 p.m.

JULY 3 — Golden Spur Saddle Club Open Horse Show, 8 a.m., Boone County 4-H Fairgrounds, 1300 E. Co. Rd. 100 S., Lebanon, IN. FMI: goldenspurclub@gmail. com, www.goldenspursaddleclub.com JULY 7-9 — 54th Annual Indiana Walking Horse Celebration, 321 W 100N, New Castle, IN. FMI: www.theindianacelebration.com JULY 7-10 — The Little Buckeye, Garwood Arena, 2538 Middleton Rd., Columbiana, OH. FMI: Mark Harrell, 618-407-3221, www.oaqha.com JULY 8 — Mini Ranch Riding Clinic with Mike Schmidt, 3-8 p.m., Creek Side Horse Park, 7369 Mottice Dr. SE, Waynesburg, OH. FMI: www.creeksidehorsepark.com JULY 8 — Keystone Saddle Club Contest Show, Glen Dunn Arena, Uhrichsville, OH. FMI: Find Keystone Saddle Club on Facebook JULY 8 — Williams County Saddle Club Open Speed Show, Williams County Fairgrounds, Montpelier, OH. FMI: Michele, 419-553-7542 JULY 8 — Crazy Woman Ranch Gymkhana Series, 6450 Lancaster-Circleville Rd., Lancaster, OH. FMI: Joyce, 614-595-1850 JULY 8 — Triple R Bar Friday Night Horse Show, 6:30 p.m., Morrow County Fairgrounds, 195 S. Main St., Mt. Gilead, OH. FMI: www.facebook.com/Triple-R-BarAlumni-291174746498 JULY 8 — High Steel Rodeo Productions Fun Show, 5;30 p.m., 2211 Kinsman Rd. NW, North Bloomfield, OH. FMI: 440-685-4487 JULY 8 — 2nd Annual Hidden Springs Pony Auction, 1668 S. Co. Rd. 850 E., New Castle, IN. FMI: 765-591-6233 JULY 8-9 — Train Robbery, Smoke Rise Ranch, 6751 Hunterdon Rd., Glouster, OH. FMI: 740-767-2624, www.smokeriseranch. com JULY 8-9 — Bit and Bridle Fitting Clinic with Kim Gentry, Sandpiper Stables, 135 Hunt Road, Portersville, PA. FMI: heather@ saddles101.com JULY 8-10 — Cattle Sorting Clinic (8-9th) and Jimbo’s Jackpot Jamboree (10th), Copper Mare Ranch, Tiffin, OH. FMI: 567207-6339, coppermareranch@gmail.com, www.coppermareranch.com

Livestock Sale Every Monday Hay at Noon Livestock 12:30 p.m.

JULY 8-10 — PB Training Stable Cow Sorting Round Robins (8th) and Clinics (9-10th), 8220 Beckman Rd., Girard, PA. FMI: Pam Bradshaw, 814-504-4215 Send consignment information for posting on Facebook to info@sugarcreekstockyards.com

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JULY 2-3 — AMHA Bluegrass Classic Showcase, Western KY Ag & Expo, Bowling Green, KY. FMI: Lisa Leonard, 270-9296292, mini34@mindspring.com, www. bluegrassminiatures.com

JULY 8-10 — Annual Bash 4 Cash, Central Kentucky Ag/Expo Center, Liberty, KY. FMI: 812-657-4306, thebash4cashshow@gmail. com JULY 8-10 — Michigan Apple Blossom Classic Open Horse Show, MSU Pavilion, 4301 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI. FMI: Carol, 517-655-4712, rtrainct@aol.com JULY 9 — Ashtabula County OHC Gaming Buckle Series & Cornhole Tournament, Pierpoint Fire Hall, 6006 Marcy Road, Pierpoint, OH. FMI: Christy Burdick, 440856-9460, burdick50@hotmail.com JULY 9 — Ruggles Arena IBRA, NPBA Speed Show, 2651 Township Road 155, Cardington, OH. FMI: Janet, 419-210-7204

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JULY 9 — Under The Oaks Open Show Series, 9 a.m., Crawford County Fairgrounds, 610 Whetstone St., Bucyrus, OH. FMI: Trisha, 419-563-5170, www. facebook.com/Under-the-Oaks-HorseShow-100709901542789 JULY 9 — Pioneer City Riding Club Open Horse Show, Washington County Fairgrounds, Marietta, OH. FMI: Devin Shutts, 740-429-0062, www. pioneercityridingclub.weebly.com JULY 9 — Southern Ohio Quarter Pony Association Open Horse Show Series, 9 a.m., Hendersons Indoor Arena, Jackson, OH. FMI: Jenny Walters, 740-474-8000, www.soqpa.com JULY 9 — MW Pony Pals Buckle Series Show, War Memorial Park, Ada, OH. FMI Ashley, 740-360-6816, www.owha.org JULY 9 — Wayne County Saddle Club Pleasure Point Show, 10 a.m., 4200 Overton Road, Wooster, OH. FMI: Angie Didinger, 330-201-1022, www. waynecountysaddleclub.com JULY 9 — E.X.C.A. Clinic with Kayla Schlabach, Creek Side Horse Park, 7369 Mottice Dr. SE, Waynesburg, OH. FMI: kayla@downunderhorsemanship. com, www.facebook.com/ kaylaschlabachmethodambassador JULY 9 — Mt. Hope Horse Sale, 8076 SR 241, Millersburg, OH. FMI: 330-674-6188, www.mthopeuaction.com JULY 9 — Summit County Open Show, 9 a.m., Summit County Fairgrounds, 229 E. Howe Ave., Talmadge, OH. FMI: summitopenshows@gmail.com JULY 9 — Reality Dreams Open Horse Show, 9 a.m., Fairfield County Fairgrounds, Lancaster, OH. FMI: Karen, 740-385-3431 JULY 9 — Lawrence County Horseman’s Association Show, 475 Commerce Drive, Ironton, OH. FMI: Laura, 304-360-0013 JULY 9 — Open Horse Show, 8 a.m., Ashtabula County Fairgrounds, Jefferson, OH. FMI: Shannon Jones, 440-417-2643 JULY 9 — Valley View Farm Schooling Show Series, Knox County Fairgrounds, 601 Fairgrounds Rd., Mt. Vernon, OH. FMI: 419564-1205, sarah@myvalleyviewfarm.com, www.myvalleyviewfarm.com JULY 9 — Saturday Night Show, Shenandoah Valley Riding Club, 56095 Marietta Rd., Pleasant City, OH. FMI: Michelle Fellows, 740-294-7517 JULY 9 — Kal-Val Saddle Club IBRA Speed Show, 9853 S. 34th St., Scotts, MI. FMI: Melissa Shrader, 269-808-7573 JULY 9 — 4th Annual “Take It Easy” Driving Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., Montcalm County Fairgrounds, 8784 Peck Rd., Greenville, MI. FMI: www.facebook.com/ takeiteasydrivingshow JULY 9-10 — Northern Ohio Outlaw Cowboy Mounted Shoot, Wayne County Fairgrounds, 199 Vanover Street, Wooster, OH. FMI: northernohiooutlawsinfo@ gmail.com, www.nooutlaws.com JULY 9-10 — Ranch Riding Competition, Creek Side Horse Park, 7369 Mottice Dr. SE, Waynesburg, OH. FMI: 330-323-3559, www.creeksidehorsepark.com JULY 9-10 — Working Equitation Clinic with Rose Watt, Pure Gold Stables, Salem, OH. FMI: Susan, 724-301-1414

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Corral Calendar Continued from page 38 JULY 9-10 — Ohio State Buckskin Association Red, White & Bucksin Circuit, Champions Center Covered Arena, 4122 Laybourne Rd., Springfield, OH. FMI: 419707-0398, www.ohiobuckskins.org JULY 9-10 — Outlaw Mounted Shooters Saddle Series, The Circle Bar C Ranch, 1424 Bluegrass Pkwy., LaGrange, KY. FMI: 502-322-4861, circlebarc95@yahoo.com, www.circlebarcranch.com JULY 9-10 — American Shetland Pony Club & IN Small Equine Association Show, 321 W 100N, New Castle, IN. FMI: 765-524-2400, www.hcsaddleclub.com JULY 9-10 — Buchanan Westerners Riding Club Trail Show 14665 Mead Road, Buchanan, MI. FMI: buchananwesterners@ outlook.com, www.buchananwesterners. com JULY 9-10 — Daybrook Saddle Club Saturday & Sunday Show, 1650 Days Run Rd., Fairview, WV. FMI: Michael Booth, 304-288-0123 JULY 10 — Geauga Horse & Pony Association Open Horse Show, 8 a.m., Geauga County Fairgrounds East Show Ring, Burton, OH. FMI: www.ghpa.us JULY 10 — Straight A’s Speed Show, 11 a.m., 9036 Leopard Rd. NW, Malvern, OH. FMI: 330-868-3772, www.ranchcity.com JULY 10 — Massillon Saddle Club Contest Show, 12680 Sally SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: Leanne, 330-844-4041 (text or call), rideatmsc.weebly.com JULY 10 — Valley City Saddle Club 2022 Summer Series, Medina County Fairgrounds (Route 42 entrance), Medina, OH. FMI: Kristina Phillips, 440-334-6434, www.valleycitysaddleclub.weebly.com

JULY 10 — 2022 Kick The Dust Up Buckle Series Open Horse Show, M&H Stable & Arena, 19092 Raven Rd., Salesville, OH. FMI: 740-801-0528 JULY 10 — Tri-County Horseman’s Association Open Horse Show Circuit, Vern D. Campbell Horse Arena, 13225 Sanford Rd., Milan, MI. FMI: Judy, 734-260-2916 JULY 14-15 — Henry County 4H Horse & Pony Fair, 321 W 100N, New Castle, IN. FMI: 765-524-2400, hcsaddle@gmail.com, www.hcsaddleclub.com JULY 15 — Geauga Horse & Pony Association Friday Night Lights Contesting Show, 6:30 p.m., Geauga County Fairgrounds East Show Ring, Burton, OH. FMI: www.ghpa.us JULY 15 — Wayne County Saddle Club Contest Fun Show & Buckle Series, 7 p.m., 4200 Overton Rd., Wooster, OH. FMI: Leanne Louive, 330-844-4041, www. waynecountysaddleclub.com JULY 15 — Hoppel’s Arena Friday Night Lights, 6 p.m., 40891 State Route 518, Lisbon, OH. FMI: 330-424-2051 JULY 15 — Triple R Bar Friday Night Horse Show, 6:30 p.m., Morrow County Fairgrounds, 195 S. Main St., Mt. Gilead, OH. FMI: www.facebook.com/Triple-R-BarAlumni-291174746498 JULY 15-17 — Mid-Ohio Classic I & II USEF/ USDF Level 3, Brave Horse Ohio, 1029 S. County Line Rd., Johnstown, OH. FMI: www.midohiodressage.com JULY 15-17 — Ohio Horseman’s Central Region Regional Ride, AEP Conesville, Fallon Park, 16184 CR 429, Coshocton, OH. FMI: Becky, 937-597-3708, beckyspottedhorses@hotmail.com

JULY 16-17 — Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros War Wagon I & II Shoot, 9 a.m., Ashtabula County Fairgrounds, 107 Poplar St., Jefferson, OH. FMI: Karen, 330-719-3290 JULY 16-17 — Top Hand Beginner Ranch Roping/Branding Clinic, Smoke Rise Ranch, 6751 Hunterdon Rd., Glouster, OH. FMI: 740-767-2624, www.smokeriseranch.com JULY 16-17 — Butler County Saddle Horse Association Horse Show, 9 a.m., Preble County Fairgrounds, Eaton, OH. FMI: Charlie Garnett, 937-533-0795 JULY 16-17 — Mobile Confidence Course, WB Ranch, 1640 County Road B, Swanton, OH. FMI: Marianne Streb, 419-392-2611, www.confidenthorse.com JULY 16-17 — Great Lakes Summer Classic ASPC/AMHR/ASPR/Gypsy/Drum/Draft Show, Henderson’s Indoor Arena, 830 Van Fossan Rd., Jackson, OH. FMI: NE Ohio Shetland Pony & Miniature Horse Breeders Assoc., 614-519-2912, buckeye.spring. classic@gmail.com JULY 16-17 — Lower Michigan Horse Association Show, Ingham County Fairgrounds, 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. FMI: lowermichiganhorseassociation@ gmail.com, Find us on Facebook JULY 16-17 — Erie Hunt and Saddle Club Hunter/Jumper II, 6840 Old State Rd., Edinboro, PA. FMI: Heidi Zuck, 814-4507380, www.eriehuntand saddleclub.org JULY 16-17 — East Coast Outlaws CMSA Event, Keystone Horse Center, Bloomsburg, PA. FMI: www.eastcoastoutlaws.com JULY 16-17 — Twistn B Ranch IBRA/ NPBA Show, 3435 S. Pleasant Ridge Rd., Scottsburg, IN. FMI: Penny, 812-406-8512

JULY 15-17 — Come Again Horse Camp Organized Trail Ride, 6192 S. Wyandott Cave Rd., Leavenworth, IN. FMI: 812-7388981, comeagainhorsecamp@gmail.com JULY 16 — MW Pony Pals Buckle Series Show, War Memorial Park, Ada, OH. FMI Ashley, 740-360-6816, www.owha.org JULY 16 — Ohio Valley Team Penning Association Sorting Series, Treharne Training Center, 49053 FredericktownClarkson Rd., Negley, OH. FMI: John May, 814-397-3265, www.facebook.com/ ohiovalleyteampenning JULY 16 — Avon Lake Saddle Club Open Miniature Show Series, Weiss Field, 3314133199 Webber Road, Avon Lake, OH. FMI: 440-536-0145, www.facebook.com/AvonLake-Saddle-Club-ALSC-365781246807991 JULY 16 — Southern Ohio Heart of Horsemanship Open Show Series, Fairfield County Fairgrounds, Lancaster, OH. FMI: Blake Offenberger, 614-209-2154, sohhinfo@gmail.com, www.facebook. com/southernohioheartofhorsemanship/ JULY 16 — Black Swamp Speed Series Show, Paulding County Fairgrounds, 501 Fairground Dr., Paulding, OH. FMI: Brian, 419-406-0094 JULY 16 — Rough Riders 4-H Speed Show, 12 p.m., Huron County Fairgrounds, 940 Fair Road, Norwalk, OH. FMI: Cathy, 440935-5040 JULY 16 — Daybrook Saddle Club Saturday Show, 1650 Days Run Rd., Fairview, WV. FMI: Michael Booth, 304-288-0123 JULY 16 — Wranglers Riding Club Show, 3385 State Highway 80 E, Murray, KY. FMI: 270-705-9363, www.facebook.com/ wranglersinmurrayky/

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Good Grooming $100 Showmanship 19-49 Showmanship 50+ Showmanship 14-18 Showmanship 13 & U Showmanship 9 & U Showmanship $100 Open Halter Youth Halter 18 & Under Adult Halter 19 & Over Color Breed Halter AQHA Halter Performance Halter Non-Stock Horse Halter # Open English Showmanship Leadline 6 & Under *********BREAK********* Non-Stock Horse HUS W/T # Non-Stock Horse HUS $100 Open HUS W/T $100 Open HUS AQHA HUS 50+ HUS 19-49 HUS

24. 14-18 HUS 25. 13 & Under HUS 26. Colorbreed HUS 27. 9 & Under HUS W/T 28. 9 & Under Equitation W/T 29. $100 Open Equitation 30. 50+ Equitation 31. 19-49 Equitation 32. 14-18 Equitation 33. 13 & Under Equitation **********BREAK********** 34. $100 Open Western Pleasure W/T 35. Nonstock HMS/EQ E/W 36. 18 & Under Pleasure E/W W/T 37. Novice Adult Pleasure E/W W/T 38. Novice Youth Pleasure E/W W/T 39. Non-Stock Horse Western Pleasure W/T # 40. Non-Stock Horse Western Pleasure

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Stall Reservations: Betsie Moore (937) 418-2378 moorebetsie@gmail.com # notes classes not MVHSA approved * Novice exhibitors- cannot ride in any 3-gaited class * Performance Halter-Must show in one performance class to be eligible cannot show in any other halter class * Ranch horses cannot enter any Western Pleasure class * Judges decision is FINAL * Any scratches will be considered a donation to MVHSA Horse Show Association MVHSA, Preble County Fairgrounds, or anyone else, are not responsible for loss/ theft of personal property or accidents.

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AVON LAKE SADDLE CLUB All shows held at Weiss Field, 33141-33199 Webber Road, Avon Lake, Ohio 44012

2022 OPEN MINIATURE SHOW SERIES

JUNE 11

*Combo Mini/ Saddle Show Judge: Phil Harstine

JUNE 25 Miniature Show Judge Skye Ford

1. Mare 2 years and under 2. Mare 3 years and older (A) 3. Mare 3 years and older (B) Grand and Reserve Champion Miniature Mare (1st and 2nd place winners from classes 1-3) Multi-Color Mare Solid Color Mare Stallion 2 years and under Stallion 3 years and over

Grand and Reserve Champion Miniature Stallion (1st and 2nd place winners from classes 6-7 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.

JULY 23

*Combo Mini/Saddle Show Judge: Debby Melvin

*The combo shows on June 11 and July 23 will follow the Hay Day showbill.

• 10 a.m. start time for all shows except September 11th • Fees: $5/class. $3/horse office fee • Class A: Horses 34” and under • Class B: Horses over 34” to 38” • Pony: Over 38” • Judges decision is final

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JULY 16

Miniature Show Judge: Dennis Clement

Multi-Color Stallion Solid Color Stallion Gelding 2 years and under Gelding 3 years and over (A) Gelding 3 years and over (B)

• Youth 12 and under may not show a stallion with the exception on weanling and yearling colts. • Please request tack changes at least 2 classes in advance • Before leaving the show grounds, please clean up your horses’ manure 14. 15. 16. 17. 18.

Solid Color Gelding Stock Mare 2 years and under Stock Mare 3 years and over Stock Gelding 2 years and under Stock Gelding 3 years and over

Grand and Reserve Stock (open, mare and gelding) (1st and 2nd place winners from classes 15-18) 19. Pony Halter 20. Donkey Halter Supreme Halter Champion (Mare, Stallion and Gelding Grand Champion winners Miniature Division, Stock and Miniature Donkey and Pony 1st place winners) — LUNCH BREAK —

Grand and Reserve Champion Miniature Gelding (1st and 2nd place winners from classes 10-12) 13. Multi-Color Gelding

The following classes are for miniature horses, ponies and donkeys: 21. Pee-Wee Halter (8 and under, may be assisted)

SEPTEMBER 10 Hay Day Show — 9 a.m. Judge: Leanna Hack Hay Day Event — 12 p.m.

• Ribbons 1st through 5th • Grand Champion Miniature Mare, Stallion and Gelding. Reserve Grand Champions and Supreme Miniature Halter Horse: Special awards. • Avon Lake Saddle Club, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any accidents or injuries. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31.

Open Youth Halter (18 and under, M/P/D) *4H ONLY Halter Geldings *4H ONLY Halter Mares Leadline *4H ONLY Showmanship (all ages) Youth Showmanship (12 years and under) Youth Showmanship (13 years and over) Adult Showmanship (19 years and over) Youth (18 years and under) Pretty Face Adult (19 years and over) Pretty Face (No horse from class 30) 32. Youth Pleasure Driving (18 years and under, wearing a helmet is required) 33. Adult Pleasure Driving (19 years and older) Open Fun Classes for Kids and Adults 34. In-Hand Obstacle 35. *4H ONLY Obstacles 36. In-Hand Obstacle 3-Cone Race (timed) 37. Jumping (timed) 38. Costume Class

2022 HAY DAY OPEN/MINI SHOW

JUNE 11 • 10 a.m. Judge: Phil Harstine

DIVISIONS: Youth: 17 years and under Adult: 18 years and over M — Mini; H — Horse P — Pony; E — English W — Western W/T — Walk/Trot W/T/C — Walk/Trot/Canter Youth 12 and under may not show a stallion with the exception of weanling and yearling colts. FEES: Class: $5 Horse Office Fee: $3

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JULY 23 • 10 a.m. Judge: Debby Melvin

Open Halter (M, H, P) Youth Halter (M, H, P) Adult Halter (M, H, P) *4H ONLY Halter Geldings/Mares Youth Showmanship (M, H, P) Adult Showmanship (M, H, P) Break for Tack Changes

7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.

Leadline (10 and under) (M, H, P) W/T Open Barrels (M, H, P) Open W/T Pleasure (E/W) Open W/T/C Pleasure (E/W) W/T Youth Pleasure (E/W) *4H ONLY W/T Pleasure (E/W)

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SEPTEMBER 10 • 9 a.m.

W/T/C Youth Pleasure (E/W) *4H ONLY W/T/C Pleasure (E/W) W/T Adult Pleasure (E/W) W/T/C Adult Pleasure (E/W) W/T Open Equitation (E/W) *4H ONLY W/T Equitation (E/W) W/T/C Open Equitation (E/W) *4H ONLY W/T/C Equitation (E/W) W/T Trail *4H ONLY W/T Trail W/T In-Hand Trail *4H ONLY In Hand Trail W/T Egg and Spoon

Judge: Leanna Hack

Come Show Sept. 10 Stay to help out with rides fo r Hay Day! 26.W/T Sit A Buck (Bareback Class) Break for Tack Changes 27. Open Driving (M, H, P) 28. Youth Pleasure Driving (M, H, P) 29. Adult Pleasure Driving (M, H, P)

AWARDS: Youth/Leadline: 1st through 5th = Ribbon and prize Open/Adults: Ribbons 1st through 5th place

For more information contact Kathleen Azzarello • 440-536-0145 or email: Kathleen@getdependable.com July 2022

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Corral Calendar Continued from page 40 JULY 17 — Angels Haven Horse Rescue Fun Show, Lewis Road Riding Show Grounds, Cleveland MetroParks, Olmsted Falls. FMI: 440-781-5060, www. angelshavenhorserescue.org JULY 17 — Massillon Saddle Club Pleasure Show, 12680 Sally SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: Leanne, 330-844-4041 (text or call), rideatmsc.weebly.com JULY 17 — Steubenville Saddle Club Show, 8675 State Route 152, Richmond, OH. FMI: Visit on FB @ Steubenville Saddle Club JULY 17 — Valley City Saddle Club Fun Show, Medina County Fairgrounds (Route 42 entrance), Medina, OH. FMI: 440-3346434, valleycitysaddleclub@yahoo.com, https://valleycitysaddleclub.weebly.com/ JULY 17 — Hoosier Quarter Pony Association Open Horse Show, 10 a.m., Davis Ranch, Hardinsburg, IN. FMI: Victoria Hill, 812-878-0216 JULY 18-21 — Little Wranglers Kids Camp, Smoke Rise Ranch, 6751 Hunterdon Rd., Glouster, OH. FMI: 740-767-2624, www. smokeriseranch.com JULY 18-22 — Ohio 4-H Horse Program Ohio State Fair Junior Horse Show, Ohio Expo Center, 717 East 17th Ave., Columbus, OH. FMI: Dr. Kimberly Cole, 614-292-2625, cole.436@osu.edu, www. horse.osu.edu JULY 19 — Erie Hunt and Saddle Club Mini Barrel Clinic with Foo Carter, 6840 Old State Rd., Edinboro, PA. FMI: Heidi Zuck, 814-450-7380, www.eriehuntand saddleclub.org JULY 20-24 — Brave Horse IV, 1029 South County Line Rd., Johnstown, OH. FMI: 614404-1150, www.brave-horse.com

JULY 21-24 — West Virginia Quarter Horse Association Show, Winfield Riding Club, 5449 St. Rt. 34, Winfield, WV. FMI: www. wvqhafuturities.com JULY 22 — Lawrence County Horseman’s Association Friday Fun Shows, 475 Commerce Drive, Ironton, OH. FMI: Laura Adkins, 304-360-0013 JULY 22 — Friday Night Lights, Shenandoah Valley Riding Club, 56095 Marietta Rd., Pleasant City, OH. FMI: Michelle Fellows, 740-294-7517 JULY 22 — Triple R Bar Friday Night Horse Show, 6:30 p.m., Morrow County Fairgrounds, 195 S. Main St., Mt. Gilead, OH. FMI: www.facebook.com/Triple-R-BarAlumni-291174746498 JULY 22 — Pretzel Arena 2022 Friday Night Barrel Show, 3783 Moyers Road, Bruceton Mills, WV. FMI: 304-288-1992, jonileep@ aol.com, www.pretzelarena.com JULY 22-23 — Erie Hunt and Saddle Club Game II (22nd) and Open Show II (23rd), 6840 Old State Rd., Edinboro, PA. FMI: Heidi Zuck, 814-450-7380, www. eriehuntand saddleclub.org JULY 22 & 23 — Lone Star Rodeo, 8 p.m. each day, Owen County Fairgrounds, Owenton, KY. FMI: 270-269-6000, www. lonestarrodeocompany.com JULY 22-24 — Pinto Horse Assoc. of Ohio Lots O’ Spots Show, Findlay University (Western Farm), 14700 US Route 68, Findlay, OH. FMI: www.ohiopinto.net JULY 22-24 — TLC Equine Speed Show Sun Run, Beulah, MI. FMI: 231-275-7353, turtlelakecampground@gmail.com

Buckeye Mini Horse & Donkey Auction Followed by Ponies & Horses Wayne County Fairgrounds 199 Vanover Street Wooster, Ohio 44691

Saturday, July 23, 2022 8:30 a.m. 12 p.m.

Tack & Equipment Mini Donkeys & Mini Ponies Horses & Ponies to follow.

All Animals Must Have Halter & Lead Rope. Commission Rates is as follows: Each animal $25 plus 10%, Tack 20%, Saddles & Carts 10%, No sales $25. Veterinarian will be available day of sale for Coggins: $30. Terms of Sale: Cash or GOOD Check with proper ID. Out-of-State checks must have letter of credit from your bank. Coggins and health papers required on out-of-state animals.

Nearby Places to Stay Best Western (330) 264-7750 Super 8 (330) 439-5766 Hampton Inn (330) 345-4424

2022 AUCTION DATES October 8 November 26 For More Information: Auctioneer Daniel Schrock Ohio License #2015000116

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JULY 22-24 — Northern Michigan Quarter Horse Association L1/Novice Show, Midland County Fairgrounds, Midland, MI. FMI: Kathy Avolt, 765-714-4324, www. AnEquineProduction.com JULY 23 — Classical Attraction Dressage Schooling Show, Brecksville Stables, 11921 Parkview Dr., Brecksville, OH. FMI: CADSrider@gmail.com, www. cadsdressage.org JULY 23 — Buckeye Mini Horse & Donkey Auction, 8:30 a.m., Wayne County Fairgrounds, 199 Vanover St., Wooster, OH. FMI: Daniel Schrock, 330-763-0905, schrocksauctioneering@gmail.com JULY 23 — Wayne County Saddle Club Contest Point Show, 10 a.m., 4200 Overton Road, Wooster, OH. FMI: Jamie Horsky, 419-496-6549, www. waynecountysaddleclub.com JULY 23 — Avon Lake Saddle Club Open Miniature Show Series, Weiss Field, 3314133199 Webber Road, Avon Lake, OH. FMI: 440-536-0145, kathleen@getdependable. com, www.facebook.com/Avon-LakeSaddle-Club-ALSC-365781246807991 JULY 23 — Carroll County OHC Fun Show, Fabulous IV Ranch, Carrollton, OH. FMI: Kristin, 330-323-1705, www.facebook. com/CarrollCountyOHC JULY 23 — Belmont County Saddle Club Pole & Barrel Show, 5 p.m., 41915 National Road, Belmont, OH. FMI: Kelsey, 740-2968958 JULY 23 — Buckin’ Ohio Pro Bull Riding, 8154 Garman Road, Burbank, OH. FMI: 330-624-7205, www.buckinohio.com JULY 23 — Harry Hughes Speed Series 2022, Harry Hughes Youth Equestrian Center, 5563 Waterville-Swanton Rd., Swanton, OH. FMI: Brandy Dotson, 419764-6359, www.harryhughes.org JULY 23 — Northern Kentucky Horse Network 14th Annual All-Breed Horse Show, 9:30 a.m., Alexandria Fairgrounds, 100 Fairgrounds Rd., Alexandria, KY. FMI: Charles Poppe, 513-315-7143, cwpoppe@ hotmail.com, www.nkhn.info JULY 23 — Cow Horse Jackpot Show, TSQHA Show Complex, 3772 Harlansburg Rd., New Castle, PA. FMI: sisranchshow@gmail.com JULY 23 — Poker Ride, Hickory Creek Ranch & Campground, 2516 Economite Rd., Tidioute, PA. FMI: 814-730-0499, hickorycreekranch@gmail.com, www. hickorycreekranch.com JULY 23 — Kal-Val Saddle Club Pleasure & Speed Show, 9853 S. 34th St., Scotts, MI. FMI: Melissa Shrader, 269-808-7573 JULY 23-24 — Ranch Roping Practice & Competition, Smoke Rise Ranch, 6751 Hunterdon Rd., Glouster, OH. FMI: 740767-2624, www.smokeriseranch.com JULY 23-24 — Fun Open Horse Show, Henry County Saddle Club, 321 W 100N, New Castle, IN. FMI: 765-524-2400, hcsaddle@ gmail.com, www.hcsaddleclub.com JULY 23-24 — Buchanan Westerners Riding Club Jumping Show, 14665 Mead Road, Buchanan, MI. FMI: buchananwesterners@ outlook.com, www.buchananwesterners. com JULY 23-24 — 4 Season Equine Association Open Horse Show Series, Mason Fairgrounds, Ludington, MI. FMI: Tallie Cook, 231-944-6269, 4seasonequine@ gmail.com JULY 24 — 2022 Kick The Dust Up Buckle Series Open Horse Show, M&H Stable & Arena, 19092 Raven Rd., Salesville, OH. FMI: 740-801-0528

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JULY 25-30 — IBHA World Show, C Bar C Arena, Cloverdale, IN. FMI: 219-552-1013, www.ibha.net JULY 28-31 — Best of America By Horseback, Pine Creek Horseman’s Camp, 23937 Big Pine Rd. South, Bloomingville, OH. FMI: 540-829-9555 JULY 29 — Wayne County Saddle Club Contest Fun Show & Buckle Series, 7 p.m., 4200 Overton Rd., Wooster, OH. FMI: Leanne Louive, 330-844-4041, www. waynecountysaddleclub.com JULY 29 — Williams County Saddle Club Open Speed Show, Williams County Fairgrounds, Montpelier, OH. FMI: Michele, 419-553-7542 JULY 29-31 — Mid-Ohio Marauders Club Shoot, Ohio State Fair, Columbus, OH. FMI: 740-206-7214, midohiomarauders@ gmail.com, www.midohiomarauders.com JULY 29-31 — Mounted Archery Clinic (29th) & Competition (30-31st), Creek Side Horse Park, 7369 Mottice Dr. SE, Waynesburg, OH. FMI: 330-323-3559, www.creeksidehorsepark.com JULY 29-31 — Kal-Val Saddle Club Extreme Trail Play Day/Kelly Chapman Clinic/PMT Challenge, 9853 S. 34th St., Scotts, MI. FMI: Melissa Shrader, 269-808-7573 JULY 29-31 — Ranch Horse Association of Michigan Show, Berrien County Youth Fairgrounds, 9122 US Hwy. 31, Berrien Springs, MI. FMI: Sam Holwerda, 616-8901190, samholwerda@yahoo.com, www. miranchhorse.com JULY 29-31 — Michigan Foundation Quarter Horse Registry Show, Midland County Fairgrounds, 6905 Eastman Ave., Midland, MI. FMI: www.michigan-fqhr.com JULY 29-31 — Twistn B Ranch IBRA/ NPBA Show, 3435 S. Pleasant Ridge Rd., Scottsburg, IN. FMI: Penny, 812-406-8512 JULY 29-31 — FAHA Summer Series, Crooked Creek Horse Park, 467 Crooked Creak Dam Road, Ford City, PA. FMI: Afton Colder, 724-496-2114 JULY 30 — Vickers Mountain Trail Challenge, 10 a.m., 9260 W. Akron-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH. FMI: Laura Wiencek, 724-301-2244 JULY 30 — Pioneer City Riding Club Open Horse Show, Washington County Fairgrounds, Marietta, OH. FMI: Devin Shutts, 740-429-0062, www. pioneercityridingclub.weebly.com JULY 30 — Gibsonburg Saddle Club Speed Show, 961 N. Main, Gibsonburg, OH. FMI: Jerry Heaps, 419-351-9716, www. gibsonburgsaddleclub.org JULY 30-31 — Border Bash POR, Fulton County Fairgrounds, Wauseon, OH. FMI: zone8apha@gmail.com, www. zone8apha.weebly.com JULY 30-31 — Zoe Woodland Cutting Clinic, Copper Mare Ranch, 6090 North State Route 53, Tiffin, OH. FMI: 567-207-6339, coppermareranch@gmail.com JULY 30-31 — Western Pennsylvania Reining Horse Association Summer Slide Jackpot & Open Ranch Shootout, Lake Erie College Equestrian Center, 10145 Pinecrest Rd., Painesville, OH. FMI: admin@wprha. com, www.wphrha.com JULY 30-31 — IN East Central Pinto Jubilee, Henry County Saddle Club, 321 W 100N, New Castle, IN. FMI: www.indianapinto. com JULY 30-31 — Kal-Val Saddle Club Extreme Trail PMT Clinic/Challenge, 9853 S. 34th St., Scotts, MI. FMI: Lori Freund, 269-720-9852

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Corral Calendar Continued from page 42 JULY 31 — OWHA Office Trustee Pleasure Show, Auglaize County Fairgrounds, Wapakoneta, OH. FMI: Brenda, 419-3059709, www.owha.org JULY 31 — Massillon Saddle Club Contest Show, 12680 Sally SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: Leanne, 330-844-4041 (text or call), rideatmsc.weebly.com JULY 31 — Pure Gold Summer Jumper Series, 3325 State Route 45, Salem, OH. FMI: Shae Marshall, 330-704-9459, www. puregoldequine.com JULY 31 — Summit County Open Show, 9 a.m., Summit County Fairgrounds, 229 E. Howe Ave., Talmadge, OH. FMI: www. facebook.com/SummitCountyOpenShow AUGUST 2022 AUG. 1-7 — 2022 State OHC Gibby Memorial Trail Ride & Work Days, Barkcamp State Park Horse Camp, 65330 Barkcamp Rd., Belmont, OH. FMI: Charlene Santee, 740-670-3470, santeecharlene@ gmail.com, ohconline.com AUG. 5 — Triple R Bar Friday Night Horse Show, 6:30 p.m., Morrow County Fairgrounds, 195 S. Main St., Mt. Gilead, OH. FMI: www.facebook.com/Triple-R-BarAlumni-291174746498 AUG. 5-7 — 7th Annual Smoke Rise Reunion—Team Sorting/Cattle Weekend, Smoke Rise Ranch, 6751 Hunterdon Rd., Glouster, OH. FMI: 740-767-2624, www. smokeriseranch.com AUG. 5-7 — Ohio Ranch Horse Association Show, Henderson Arena, Jackson, OH. FMI: Amy Roberts, 740-819-8446, www. ohioranchhorseassociation.com

AUG. 5-7 — Buckskin Horse Association of Michigan Show, MSU Pavilion, Lansing, MI. FMI: www.michiganbuckskin.org AUG. 6 — Madison County OHC Gymkhana Series, Madison County Fairgrounds Coughlin Arena, 205 Elm St., London, OH. FMI: https://www.facebook. com/MadisonCountyOHCGymkhanav AUG. 6 — Wayne County Saddle Club Pleasure Point Show, 10 a.m., 4200 Overton Road, Wooster, OH. FMI: Angie Didinger, 330-201-1022, www. waynecountysaddleclub.com AUG. 6 — Making and Fitting Horseshoes Clinic, Tuscarawas County Fairgrounds, 259 S. Tuscarawas Ave., Dover, OH. FMI: Lori McDade, 330-447-7534, https:// w w w.f a c e b o o k . c o m / M i d - E a s t e r n Farriers-Association-154249264686929 AUG. 6 — Belmont County Saddle Club All Breed Open Show, 10 a.m., 41915 National Road, Belmont, OH. FMI: Kelsey, 740-2968958 AUG. 6 — Saturday Night Show, Shenandoah Valley Riding Club, 56095 Marietta Rd., Pleasant City, OH. FMI: Michelle Fellows, 740-294-7517 AUG. 6 — Pioneer City Riding Club Open Horse Show, Washington County Fairgrounds, Marietta, OH. FMI: Devin, 740-429-0062, www.pioneercityridingclub. weebly.com AUG. 6 — Valley View Farm Schooling Show Series, Knox County Fairgrounds, 601 Fairgrounds Rd., Mt. Vernon, OH. FMI: 419564-1205, www.myvalleyviewfarm.com AUG. 6 — Kal-Val Saddle Club Pleasure & Speed Show, 9853 S. 34th St., Scotts, MI. FMI: Melissa Shrader, 269-808-7573

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AUG. 6 — LaRue County Saddle Club Western Pleasure/Ranch Fun Show, 210 Goodin-Williams Rd., Hodgenville, KY. FMI: Stephanie Florence, 270-735-2806 AUG. 6 — Saddle Up Open Show Series, 9 a.m., 1950 McCorkle Rd., South Park, PA. FMI: Jennifer Wright, 412-498-9142 AUG. 6-7 — Ranch Riding Competition (6th) & Mountain Trail Competition (7th), Creek Side Horse Park, 7369 Mottice Dr. SE, Waynesburg, OH. FMI: 330-323-3559, www.creeksidehorsepark.com AUG. 6-7 — Northern Ohio Outlaw Cowboy Mounted Shoot, Wayne County Fairgrounds, 199 Vanover Street, Wooster, OH. FMI: northernohiooutlawsinfo@ gmail.com, www.nooutlaws.com AUG. 6-7 — Karlee Hooker Speed & Sparkle Show (6th) & OWHA Speed Show (7th), War Memorial Park, Ada, OH. FMI Wendy, 419-303-2662, www.owha.org AUG. 6-7 — Outlaw Mounted Shooters Saddle Series, The Circle Bar C Ranch, 1424 Bluegrass Pkwy., LaGrange, KY. FMI: 502322-4861, circlebarc95@yahoo.com, www. circlebarcranch.com AUG. 6-7 — IN Quarter Horse Amateur Association AQHA Summer Show, Henry County Saddle Club, 321 W 100N, New Castle, IN. FMI: 317-771-0854, www.iqha. com AUG. 6-7 — Peggy Brown Centered Driving & Riding Clinic, Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Assoc., 1790 Packard Hwy., Charlotte, MI. FMI: Tina Bennett, 989-2745466 (text or call) AUG. 6-8 — Carroll County OHC Weekend Ride, Jefferson Lake State Park (main campground), Richmond, OH. FMI: Kristin, 330-323-1705, www.facebook.com/ CarrollCountyOHC AUG. 7 — Straight A’s Speed Show, 11 a.m., 9036 Leopard Rd. NW, Malvern, OH. FMI: 330-868-3772, www.ranchcity.com AUG. 7 — Angels Haven Horse Rescue Fun Show, Carlisle Equestrian Center, 13630 Nickle Plate Diagonal Rd., LaGrange, OH. FMI: 440-781-5060, www. angelshavenhorserescue.org AUG. 7 — Massillon Saddle Club Pleasure Show, 12680 Sally SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: Leanne, 330-844-4041 (text or call), rideatmsc.weebly.com AUG. 7 — Golden Spur Saddle Club Open Horse Show, 8 a.m., Boone County 4-H Fairgrounds, 1300 E. Co. Rd. 100 S., Lebanon, IN. FMI: goldenspurclub@gmail. com, www.goldenspursaddleclub.com AUG. 12 — Wayne County Saddle Club Contest Fun Show & Buckle Series, 7 p.m., 4200 Overton Rd., Wooster, OH. FMI: Leanne Louive, 330-844-4041, www. waynecountysaddleclub.com AUG. 12 — Keystone Saddle Club Contest Show, Glen Dunn Arena, Uhrichsville, OH. FMI: Find Keystone Saddle Club on Facebook AUG. 12 — Lawrence County Horseman’s Association Friday Fun Shows, 475 Commerce Drive, Ironton, OH. FMI: Laura Adkins, 304-360-0013 AUG. 12 — Triple R Bar Friday Night Horse Show, 6:30 p.m., Morrow County Fairgrounds, 195 S. Main St., Mt. Gilead, OH. FMI: www.facebook.com/Triple-R-BarAlumni-291174746498 AUG. 12 — High Steel Rodeo Productions Fun Show, 5;30 p.m., 2211 Kinsman Rd. NW, North Bloomfield, OH. FMI: 440-6854487

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AUG. 12 — Pretzel Arena 2022 Friday Night Barrel Show, 3783 Moyers Road, Bruceton Mills, WV. FMI: 304-288-1992, jonileep@ aol.com, www.pretzelarena.com AUG. 12-13 — Train Robbery, Smoke Rise Ranch, 6751 Hunterdon Rd., Glouster, OH. FMI: 740-767-2624, www.smokeriseranch. com AUG. 12-13 — Erie Hunt and Saddle Club Dressage II, 6840 Old State Rd., Edinboro, PA. FMI: Heidi Zuck, 814-450-7380, www. eriehuntand saddleclub.org AUG. 12-14 — PB Training Stable Cow Sorting Round Robins (12th) and Clinics (13 -14th), 8220 Beckman Rd., Girard, PA. FMI: Pam Bradshaw, 814-504-4215 AUG. 13 — Mt. Hope Horse Sale, 8076 SR 241, Millersburg, OH. FMI: 330-674-6188, www.mthopeuaction.com AUG. 13 — Gibsonburg Saddle Club Speed Show, 961 N. Main, Gibsonburg, OH. FMI: Jerry Heaps, 419-351-9716, www. gibsonburgsaddleclub.org AUG. 13 — Black Swamp Speed Series Show, Paulding County Fairgrounds, 501 Fairground Dr., Paulding, OH. FMI: Brian, 419-406-0094 AUG. 13 — Hoosier Quarter Pony Association Open Horse Show, 10 a.m., Hartmeyer Stables, Muncie IN. FMI: Victoria Hill, 812-878-0216 AUG. 13 — Allen County 4H Horse & Pony Paul Wies Memorial Show, Allen County Fairgrounds, 2726 Carrol Rd., Fort Wayne, IN. FMI: Jason Wiseman, 260-241-2420 AUG. 13-14 — Ashland Paint & Plain Horse Show, Ashland County Fairgrounds, 2042 Claremont Ave., Ashland, OH. FMI: Chunk Watts, 330-317-0945, www. ashlandpaintandplain.com AUG. 13-14 — F&M Picnic Speed Show (13th) & Pleasure Show (14th), War Memorial Park, Ada, OH. FMI Laura, 567674-3421, www.owha.org AUG. 13-14 — Ottawa County Horse Foundation Points on the Portage Circuit #2 (Speed 13th, Performance 14th), Ottawa County Fairgrounds, 2770 W. State Rt. 163, Oak Harbor, OH. FMI: Brianne, 419-707-0398, www.ochf.net AUG. 13-14 — Happily Ever After Horse Show Series, Delaware County Fair, 236 Pennsylvania Ave., Delaware, OH. FMI: meghan@fairytalehorsefarm.com, https:// happilyeveraftershowseries.com AUG. 13-14 — Valley City Saddle Club Fun Show and Summer Series, Medina County Fairgrounds (Route 42 entrance), Medina, OH. FMI: 440-334-6434, valleycitysaddleclub@yahoo.com, https:// valleycitysaddleclub.weebly.com/ AUG. 13-14 — The Jumper Ring Hunter Jumper Show, 8 a.m., 10366 Immel St. NE, Canton, OH. FMI: Kristin, 330-807-6812, thejumperring@gmail.com AUG. 13-14 — Lil Bit Ranchy Show, Ionia Fairgrounds, 317 S. Dexter St., Ionia, MI. FMI: Gene Munger, 989-573-0553, thelilbitranchyhorseshow@yahoo.com AUG. 13-14 — Hoosier Palomino Association Show, Henry County Saddle Club, 321 W 100N, New Castle, IN. FMI: Terry, 812-343-4354, tdcoffman9284@ gmail.com AUG. 13-14 — Spring Into Summer Ranch Show series, TSQHA Show Complex, 3772 Harlansburg Rd., New Castle, PA. FMI: sisranchshow@gmail.com AUG. 14 — Geauga Horse & Pony Association Open Horse Show, 8 a.m., Geauga County Fairgrounds East Show Ring, Burton, OH. FMI: www.ghpa.us

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Corral Calendar Continued from page 44 AUG. 14 — Massillon Saddle Club Contest Show, 12680 Sally SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: Leanne, 330-844-4041 (text or call), rideatmsc.weebly.com AUG. 14 — Valley City Saddle Club 2022 Summer Series, Medina County Fairgrounds (Route 42 entrance), 720 W. Smith Road, Medina, OH. FMI: Kristina, 440-334-6434, www.valleycitysaddleclub.weebly.com AUG. 14 — 2022 Kick The Dust Up Buckle Series Open Horse Show, M&H Stable & Arena, 19092 Raven Rd., Salesville, OH. FMI: 740-801-0528 AUG. 14 — Reality Dreams Open Horse Show, 9 a.m., Fairfield County Fairgrounds, Lancaster, OH. FMI: Karen, 740-385-3431 AUG. 16 — Erie Hunt and Saddle Club Mini Barrel Clinic with Foo Carter, 6840 Old State Rd., Edinboro, PA. FMI: Heidi Zuck, 814-450-7380, www.eriehuntand saddleclub.org AUG. 17-21 — Region 14 & Silverama, World Equestrian Center, 4095 State Route 730, Wilmington, OH. FMI: Cindy Clinton, 937-962-4336, www.aha14.com AUG. 18-20 — Appalachian Trainer Faceoff, Winfield Riding Arena, Winfield, WVa. FMI: equinerescue@live.com, www. appalachiantrainerfaceoff.com AUG. 19 — Geauga Horse & Pony Association Friday Night Lights Contesting Show, 6:30 p.m., Geauga County Fairgrounds East Show Ring, Burton, OH. FMI: www.ghpa.us AUG. 19 — Triple R Bar Friday Night Horse Show, 6:30 p.m., Morrow County Fairgrounds, 195 S. Main St., Mt. Gilead, OH. FMI: www.facebook.com/Triple-R-BarAlumni-291174746498

AUG. 19 — Hoppel’s Arena Friday Night Lights, 6 p.m., 40891 State Route 518, Lisbon, OH. FMI: 330-424-2051 AUG. 19-21 — Mid-Ohio Marauders Club Shoot, Madision County Fairgrounds, 205 Elm Street, London, OH. FMI: 740-2067214, midohiomarauders@gmail.com, www.midohiomarauders.com AUG. 19-21 — Tri-County Trail Association Pig & Ox Roast Weekend & Annual Raffle, 2662 Downing St. SW, East Sparta, OH. FMI: Ellen Van Pelt, 330-323-2834, www. tri-cotrails.com AUG. 19-21 — TLC Equine Speed Show Fall Frenzy, Turtle Lake Campground, Beulah, MI. FMI: 231-275-7353, turtlelakecampground@gmail.com AUG. 20 — Ohio Valley Team Penning Association Sorting Series, Kuhlber Farm, 220 Edgewater Drive, New Galilee, PA. FMI: John May, 814-397-3265, www. facebook.com/ohiovalleyteampenning AUG. 20 — Wayne County Saddle Club Youth Event, 4200 Overton Rd., Wooster, OH. FMI: Angelena, 330-201-1022, www. waynecountysaddleclub.com AUG. 20 — Belmont County Saddle Club Pole & Barrel Show, 5 p.m., 41915 National Road, Belmont, OH. FMI: Kelsey, 740-2968958 AUG. 20 — Bring The Bling Horse Show, Van Wert County Fairgrounds, 1055 S. Washington St., Van Wert, OH. FMI: Leah Creamer, 419-203-5064 AUG. 20 — Southern Ohio Quarter Pony Association Open Horse Show Series, 9 a.m., Albany Independent Fair, Albany, OH. FMI: Jenny Walters, 740-474-8000, www. soqpa.com

AUG. 20 — Under The Oaks Open Show Series, 9 a.m., Crawford County Fairgrounds, 610 Whetstone St., Bucyrus, OH. FMI: Trisha, 419-563-5170, www. facebook.com/Under-the-Oaks-HorseShow-100709901542789 AUG. 20 — Southern Ohio Heart of Horsemanship Open Show Series, Fairfield County Fairgrounds, Lancaster, OH. FMI: Blake Offenberger, 614-209-2154, sohhinfo@gmail.com, www.facebook. com/southernohioheartofhorsemanship/ AUG. 20 — Kal-Val Saddle Club Pleasure & Speed Show, 9853 S. 34th St., Scotts, MI. FMI: Melissa Shrader, 269-808-7573 AUG. 20 — Wranglers Riding Club Show, 3385 State Highway 80 E, Murray, KY. FMI: 270-705-9363, www.facebook.com/ wranglersinmurrayky/ AUG. 20-21 — Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros Broken Trail I & II, 9 a.m., Ashtabula County Fairgrounds, 107 Poplar St., Jefferson, OH. FMI: Karen, 330-719-3290 AUG. 20-21 — Hoosier Buckeye Palooza POR, Fulton County Fairgrounds, Wauseon, OH. FMI: zone8apha@gmail. com, www.zone8apha.weebly.com AUG. 20-21 — IN Ponies of America, Henry County Saddle Club, 321 W 100N, New Castle, IN. FMI: indianapoa@gmail.com, www.indianapoac.com AUG. 20-21 — Buckskin Horse Association of Michigan Show, Ingham County Fairgrounds South End, Mason, MI. FMI: www.michiganbuckskin.org AUG. 20-21 — Erie Hunt and Saddle Club Hunter/Jumper II, 6840 Old State Rd., Edinboro, PA. FMI: Heidi Zuck, 814-4507380, www.eriehuntand saddleclub.org AUG. 20-21 — East Coast Outlaws CMSA Event, Keystone Horse Center, Bloomsburg, PA. FMI: www.eastcoastoutlaws.com AUG. 20-21 — Bluegrass Miniature Horse Club Bluegrass Round-Up, Western KY Ag & Expo Center, 406 Elrod Rd., Bowling Green, KY. FMI: Lisa Leonard, 270-9296292, mini34@mindspring.com, www. bluegrassminiature.com AUG. 20-21 — Daybrook Saddle Club Saturday & Sunday Show, 1650 Days Run Rd., Fairview, WV. FMI: Michael Booth, 304-288-0123 AUG. 21 — Massillon Saddle Club Pleasure Show, 12680 Sally SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: Leanne, 330-844-4041 (text or call), rideatmsc.weebly.com AUG. 21 — Keystone Saddle Club Pleasure Show Series, 9 a.m., Glen Dunn Arena, 5695 Clay City Drive, Uhrichsville, OH. FMI: Find Keystone Saddle Club on Facebook AUG. 21 — Kal-Val Saddle Club Extreme Trail PMT Double Point Day Challenge, 9853 S. 34th St., Scotts, MI. FMI: Lori Freund, 269-720-9852 AUG. 21-28 — 176th Anniversary Lorain County Fair, 2300 Fairgrounds Rd., Wellington, OH. FMI: 440-6472781, info@loraincountyfair.com, www. loraincountyfair.com AUG. 24-28 — Brave Horse V, 1029 South County Line Rd., Johnstown, OH. FMI: 614404-1150, www.brave-horse.com AUG. 26 — Wayne County Saddle Club Contest Fun Show & Buckle Series, 7 p.m., 4200 Overton Rd., Wooster, OH. FMI: Leanne Louive, 330-844-4041, www. waynecountysaddleclub.com AUG. 26 — Friday Night Lights, Shenandoah Valley Riding Club, 56095 Marietta Rd., Pleasant City, OH. FMI: Michelle Fellows, 740-294-7517

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AUG. 26 — Pretzel Arena 2022 Friday Night Barrel Show, 3783 Moyers Road, Bruceton Mills, WV. FMI: 304-288-1992, jonileep@ aol.com, www.pretzelarena.com AUG. 26-27 — Train Robbery, Smoke Rise Ranch, 6751 Hunterdon Rd., Glouster, OH. FMI: 740-767-2624, www.smokeriseranch. com AUG. 26-28 — Mounted Archery Clinic (26th) & Competition (27-28th), Creek Side Horse Park, 7369 Mottice Dr. SE, Waynesburg, OH. FMI: 330-323-3559, www.creeksidehorsepark.com AUG. 26-28 — Pinto Horse Assoc. of Ohio Summer Sizzler Show, Champions Center, 4122 Laybourne Rd., Springfield, OH. FMI: www.ohiopinto.net AUG. 26-28 — Henry County Saddle Club/ IN Quarter Horse AQHA Fall Fling, 321 W 100N, New Castle, IN. FMI: 765-524-2400, hcsaddle@gmail.com, www.hcsaddleclub. com AUG. 26-28 — FAHA Summer Series, Crooked Creek Horse Park, 467 Crooked Creak Dam Road, Ford City, PA. FMI: Afton Colder, 724-496-2114 AUG. 27 — Classical Attraction Dressage Schooling Show, Brecksville Stables, 11921 Parkview Dr., Brecksville, OH. FMI: CADSrider@gmail.com, www. cadsdressage.org AUG. 27 — Ohio 4-H Horse Program Groom & Clean Contest, Hartford Fairgrounds, 14028 Fairgrounds Rd., Hartford, OH. FMI: Dr. Kimberly Cole, 614-292-2625, cole.436@osu.edu, www.horse.osu.edu AUG. 27 — Wayne County Saddle Club Contest Point Show, 10 a.m., 4200 Overton Road, Wooster, OH. FMI: Jamie Horsky, 419-496-6549, www. waynecountysaddleclub.com AUG. 27 — Belmont County Saddle Club Pole & Barrel Show, 41915 National Road, Belmont, OH. FMI: Kelsey, 740-296-8958 AUG. 27 — 4th Annual Spur For The Cure Trail Ride, Camp Manatoc, Cuyahoga Valley National Park, 1075 Truxell Rd. 9734, Peninsula, OH. FMI: www.centerracoop. com/charity-events AUG. 27 — Buckin’ Ohio Pro Bull Riding, 8154 Garman Road, Burbank, OH. FMI: 330-624-7205, www.buckinohio.com AUG. 27 — Harry Hughes Speed Series 2022, Harry Hughes Youth Equestrian Center, 5563 Waterville-Swanton Rd., Swanton, OH. FMI: Brandy Dotson, 419764-6359, www.harryhughes.org AUG. 27 — Lawrence County Horseman’s Association Show, 475 Commerce Drive, Ironton, OH. FMI: Laura, 304-360-0013 AUG. 27 — Ruggles Arena IBRA, NPBA Speed Show, 2651 Township Road 155, Cardington, OH. FMI: Janet Ruggles, 419210-7204 AUG. 27 — Cow Horse Jackpot Show, TSQHA Show Complex, 3772 Harlansburg Rd., New Castle, PA. FMI: sisranchshow@ gmail.com AUG. 27 — Penn-Ohio Barrel Racing Association Show, Buckhorn Ranch Arena, 108 Simmons Lane, West Sunbury, PA. FMI: 724-290-6949, www.buckhornarena.com AUG. 27-28 — OPHC Amateur Club Show, Madison County Fairgrounds, London, OH. FMI: Tim Snapp, 937-308-1611, tsnapp@ americanbus.com, www.ophc.org AUG. 27-28 — Butler County Saddle Horse Association 2-Day Relaxed Horse Show, 9 a.m., Preble County Fairgrounds, Eaton, OH. FMI: Charlie Garnett, 937-533-0795

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Hoosier Quarter Pony Association

Register Your Pony with HQPA PRESIDENT, Victoria Hill VICE PRESIDENT, Jennifer Bodle SECRETARY, Maggie Bodle TREASURER, Tracy Czerwonky PHONE & EMAIL, 812-878-0216 hoosierquarterponyassociation@gmail.com

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by Victoria Hill Hi everyone! It’s hot and so is show season. We hope everyone is doing well, making memories and new friends so far this year.

I can’t say we have anything exciting to talk about, just living the dream and hope you are too. Show season for the HQPA is going well. Attendance has been down but we make the best of it. We look forward to having more diverse locations all around the state of Indiana for next season. There has also been talk of some winter schooling shows. That would be fun and very cool. No pun intended but if the boot fits! If you are not familiar with the HQPA or our parent organization, the National Quarter Pony Association, let me tell you a little bit about us. We are an

association that promotes the little type of Quarter Horse. There are two ways you can get your ponies registered with the NQPA. One way is having a registered AQHA that didn’t quite get as large as it might have so anything 14.2 hh (58” down to 46”) or smaller is eligible for registration with the NQPA. The second way is called Hardship registration. You can get your pony measured by a licensed veterinarian and fill out the proper forms with pictures to send in to NQPA or if you live in an area or at a show where there are three NQPA/HQPA representatives present and they

have the ‘official’ measuring stick, they can take care of the measuring part. However, your pony must not have any Paint/ Pinto splotches or Appaloosa coat patterns visible. This is for solid colored ponies only. (I can hear the groans from here.) If you have any questions at all, please feel free to chat with us on our Facebook page or look us up on the Internet. We would be happy to tell you all about us and how you too, can become a registered NQPA pony owner. We do have fun no matter what. Until next month, take care and God bless.

SEPT. 3 — Valley View Farm Schooling Show Series, Knox County Fairgrounds, 601 Fairgrounds Rd., Mt. Vernon, OH. FMI: 419564-1205, sarah@myvalleyviewfarm.com, www.myvalleyviewfarm.com SEPT. 3-4 — 2-Day Ride-In-Sync Clinic, Terry Myers Training Center, 4170 Stover Road, Ostrander, OH. FMI: 740-666-1162, www.TMTrainingCenter.com SEPT. 3-4 — Carroll County OHC Trail Work Party (w/free camping), Jefferson Lake State Park (day ride area), Richmond, OH. FMI: Kristin, 330-323-1705, www. facebook.com/CarrollCountyOHC SEPT. 3-4 — Miami Valley Horse Show Association Fall Open Show, 9 a.m., Preble County Fairgrounds covered arena, Eaton, OH. FMI: Betsie Moore, 937-418-2378, moorebetsie@gmail.com SEPT. 3-4 — Ottawa County Horse Foundation Points on the Portage Circuit #2 (Speed 3rd, Performance 4th), Ottawa County Fairgrounds, 2770 W. State Rt. 163, Oak Harbor, OH. FMI: Brianne, 419-7070398, www.ochf.net SEPT. 3-4 — Ohio State POAC Labor Day Show, Auglaize County Fairgrounds, 1001 Fairview Dr., Wapakoneta, OH. FMI: 260519-5433, ohiostatepoac@hotmail.com SEPT. 4 — Keystone Saddle Club Pleasure Show Series, 9 a.m., Glen Dunn Arena, 5695 Clay City Drive, Uhrichsville, OH. FMI: Find Keystone Saddle Club on Facebook SEPT. 4 — Southeastern Ohio Horse Show Open Horse Show, Hartford County Fairgrounds, 14028 Fairgrounds Rd., Croton, OH. FMI: Leighton Wetzel, 740868-9847 SEPT. 4 — 2022 Kick The Dust Up Buckle Series Open Horse Show, M&H Stable & Arena, 19092 Raven Rd., Salesville, OH. FMI: 740-801-0528 SEPT. 4 — Crazy Woman Ranch Gymkhana Series, 6450 Lancaster-Circleville Rd., Lancaster, OH. FMI: Joyce, 614-595-1850

SEPT. 4 — Golden Spur Saddle Club Open Horse Show, 8 a.m., Boone County 4-H Fairgrounds, 1300 E. Co. Rd. 100 S., Lebanon, IN. FMI: goldenspurclub@gmail. com, www.goldenspursaddleclub.com SEPT. 5 — Fall Hunter Pace, Horse Hill Acres, 2305 Timber Rd., Bergholz, OH. FMI: 740381-6705, www.horsehillacres.com SEPT. 9 — High Steel Rodeo Productions Fun Show, 5;30 p.m., 2211 Kinsman Rd. NW, North Bloomfield, OH. FMI: 440-685-4487 SEPT. 9 — Pretzel Arena 2022 Friday Night Barrel Show, 3783 Moyers Road, Bruceton Mills, WV. FMI: 304-288-1992, jonileep@ aol.com, www.pretzelarena.com SEPT. 9-10 — Ohio 4-H Horse Program Competitive Trail Ride, Caesar Creek State Park, Waynesville, OH. FMI: Dr. Kimberly Cole, 614-292-2625, cole.436@osu.edu, www.horse.osu.edu SEPT. 9-10 — Train Robbery, Smoke Rise Ranch, 6751 Hunterdon Rd., Glouster, OH. FMI: 740-767-2624, www.smokeriseranch. com SEPT. 9-11 — Autumn-at-Alum Trail Ride & Campout, Alum Creek Equestrian Campground, Howard Road, Delaware, OH. FMI: Theresa, 614-329-7453, tmbgoneriding@yahoo.com, https://www. facebook.com/groups/183153625056030 SEPT. 9-11 — Ranch Horse Association of Michigan Show, Berrien County Youth Fairgrounds, 9122 US Hwy. 31, Berrien Springs, MI. FMI: Sam Holwerda, 616-8901190, www.miranchhorse.com SEPT. 9-11 — Michigan Foundation Quarter Horse Registry Show, Midland County Fairgrounds, 6905 Eastman Ave., Midland, MI. FMI: www.michigan-fqhr.com SEPT. 16-18 — 2022 State Ride & Chili Cook-Off hosted by Ashland Co. OHC, Mohican Memorial State Forest, 975 ODNR Mohican Rd. 51, Perrysville, OH. FMI: Peggy Costic, 216-970-3416, https:// www.facebook.com/AshlandOHC

Corral Calendar Continued from page 46 AUG. 27-28 — Ohio Western Dressage Too Hot To Trot Show, Twin Towers Park, Yellow Springs, OH. FMI: 937-408-2108, ohiowesterndressageassociation@gmail. com, www.wdaoh.org AUG. 27-28 — NOQHA Fall Extravaganza, Pickaway Agricultural & Event Center, 415 Lancaster Pike, Circleville, OH. FMI: www. noqha.com AUG. 27-28 — Lower Michigan Horse Association Show, Ingham County Fairgrounds, 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. FMI: lowermichiganhorseassociation@ gmail.com, Find us on Facebook AUG. 27-28 — Indiana CMSA & Custers Cowboys Strapped For Brass Series, Chief Lafontaine Saddle Club, 792 N. 200 W., Huntington, IN. FMI: Jolyn, 989-666-3820 AUG. 28 — Massillon Saddle Club Contest Show, 12680 Sally SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: Leanne, 330-844-4041 (text or call), rideatmsc.weebly.com AUG. 28 — Pure Gold Summer Jumper Series, 3325 State Route 45, Salem, OH. FMI: Shae Marshall, 330-704-9459, www. puregoldequine.com AUG. 28 — 2022 Kick The Dust Up Buckle Series Open Horse Show, M&H Stable & Arena, 19092 Raven Rd., Salesville, OH. FMI: 740-801-0528 AUG. 31-SEPT. 4 — Brave Horse VI, 1029 South County Line Rd., Johnstown, OH. FMI: 614-404-1150, www.brave-horse.com

SEPTEMBER 2022 SEPT. 1-4 — North American Clydesdale/ Shire Fall Classic All Feathered Showdown, 455 E. Farver St., Shipshewana, IN. FMI: 712-887-4002, anne@hildretheequine.com SEPT. 1-5 — Fairfield Co. OHC Chapter Annual Labor Day State Ride, Scioto Trails State Forest, Chillicothe, OH. FMI: cstreite@gmail.com, https://ffohc.com SEPT. 2 — Lawrence County Horseman’s Association Friday Fun Shows, 475 Commerce Drive, Iront, OH. FMI: Laura Adkins, 304-360-0013 SEPT. 2-3 — Fundamental & Trail Clinic with Kayla Schlabach, Vickers Nature Preserve, 10334 W. Akron-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH. FMI: kayla@downunderhorsemanship. com, www.facebook.com/ kaylaschlabachmethodambassador SEPT. 2-4 — Farmhouse Living Fair “Wild Horses” & Michiana Antique Festival Country Music Fest, Berrien County Fairgrounds, Berrien Springs, MI. FMI: 269625-0364 SEPT. 2-5 — Labor Day Weekend—Team Sorting/Cattle Weekend, Smoke Rise Ranch, 6751 Hunterdon Rd., Glouster, OH. FMI: 740-767-2624, www.smokeriseranch. com SEPT. 3 — Preble County OHC 2022 Speed & Fun Show Series, 10 a.m., Hueston Woods Horseman’s Camp, 4 Mile Valley Rd., Morning Sun, OH. FMI: Becky, 937-4174359, www.facebook.com/groups/pcohc

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The Cowboy Perseverance Ranch

I Can’t Fix That by Rob and Tanya Corzatt

t the risk of embarrassing my lovely wife, I will confide that she is quite capable of carrying on a pleasant conversation…..in her sleep! It happens rarely, but when it does, they tend to be quite comical to listen to. She giggles a lot. However, there is only one sleepy conversation that I remember with any clarity. Several years ago, when we still lived at our old place in Sunbury, she slapped the bed between us and said “I fixed it!” in the most enthusiastic tone you could imagine from someone that was only semi-conscious. I couldn’t help but start laughing myself but had to cover my face with the pillow so I wouldn’t wake her up. In the morning, I told her about it and she couldn’t stop laughing about it either. It had something to do with an old printer that was giving her fits and she fixed it in the dream and was really proud of her achievement. Unfortunately, the printer still

gave us fits in the real world. We questioned what triggered a dream like that in the first place. She mentioned that she got frustrated at times if she had to wait on me to fix something instead of doing it herself. If you have ever lived on a farm and owned any livestock, I am sure you have realized that tools must be some of your best friends, because you spend so much time with them. I like buying new friends whenever I go into the hardware store, because I know I am eventually going to spend some quality time with them! Sometimes, sooner than I originally hoped. Our place isn’t even three years old yet, but we have replaced at least two sections of rope fence, added another pasture gate, and still need to replace a 6-inch gate post and the banana gate that is now hanging from it. We have replaced multiple stall door latches, one stall door and had to repair almost every small tack box mounted on the front of each

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of the 16 stalls. Those small tack boxes were made by a young boy and his father as a Christmas gift. It’s sad that the horses didn’t appreciate them as much as T and I did. We continue to fix them as we can, but it won’t be long until we can only salvage the name plate on the front. Every piece of equipment that goes on our tractor has had to be repaired or needed replacement parts. We have slowly done almost all of the finish work, including plumbing, in our home, barn and loft apartment. We aren’t professionals, so some of our finish work has needed some minor repairs as well. The day before I sat down to write this, I just finished hooking up the sink and installing the drain lines and disposal unit in the kitchen of the loft apartment. T was in the arena working with a lesson student and I yelled down to her “I fixed it!” I said it just like she did in her dream from several years ago. We often say it when we are able to tackle an issue ourselves because it provides a sense of pride and fulfillment! Just in the couple weeks before and after the Memorial Day holiday, multiple unpleasant things have happened to friends and family...and we can’t fix a single one of them. None of those nice tools in the barn or garage are of any help. Those tools can’t repair someone’s lost passion for the horse they own, to the point they no longer want to keep it. Those tools can’t repair a marriage that has been annulled after 30 some years. Those tools can’t provide a sense of contentment to someone that may not truly know what contentment is. A dear colleague just said goodbye to his wife of 30+ years after a prolonged bout with cancer. I can’t fix his grief, only share it with him. In one case, a general contractor sent an email to their clients indicating that they were ceasing all operations and closing the doors of their business. So, someone very close to us is now scrambling to figure out how to get their home finished. In that case, my tools would help some, but I am not that handy! So, I really can’t fix that either. It pains me as a father, a husband, and a friend to admit that I am not able to fix everything that friends and family have to deal with.

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Tanya and Rob Corzatt Sometimes all we can do is provide a word of advice or comfort to those that are struggling or hurting. But it is comforting to know that there is at least one general contractor that is never going to run out on us or leave us hanging. One counselor that will never provide us with bad advice. We may not have the right tools, but we have the love and grace that only our Lord and Savior is able to provide. We aren’t expected to deal with these situations on our own. If we try to deal with the issue on our own, the ‘repair’ often ends up being worse than the initial problem. I am no Bible scholar and I know there are many more, and probably more relevant, examples of scripture that reference our need to reach out to God and let Him help us with our problems. But here are a few from the New King James text that first came to mind as I wrote this. Proverbs 3:5-6 reads “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths”. Phillippians 4:13 reads “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me”. Our struggles might make us feel like we are surrounded by enemies and soon to be overwhelmed, so remember David’s words in Psalm 23:4 “Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; For You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.” In this same two-week period, we were approached by someone that had reached out to us for prayer as they dealt with their own struggles. Struggles that could potentially cost them everything they loved. We took some comfort in knowing that this individual had finally realized there was a problem and that S July 2022

Flatlanders Dressage & Combined Training Association, Inc.

Summer Plans and Programs PRESIDENT, Pat Boutwell VICE PRESIDENT, Jill Christopher TREASURER, Cynthia Klingler SECRETARY, Shelley Zwiebel WEBSITE, www.flatlandersdressage.com

by Heather Bonifas Hello fellow horse people! We in the Flatlanders are excited to update you all on our summer plans and wonderful programs that we have already been enjoying this season. As a club that wants our members to share in their love of and knowledge pertaining to all things equine, we have chosen to plan programs hosted by various members of the club. So far this season we have had the opportunity to share some hard-earned lessons with each other, as well as pure entertainment. Back in April, we were pleased to have a wonderful demonstration of training for lateral work by Anika Lind, daughter of member Connie Lind. She brought out her lovely gelding and gave us a step-by-step training protocol for having your horse be more supple, moving off of your leg well, and finally lateral work along the rail, the quarter-line, and the diagonal. Her willing pupil, Can Do Man (aka Dewey)—a rescued Thoroughbred

out of Second Strides in Kentucky—was just lovely to watch. They are pictured above. Anika was very generous with her time and talent, showing us in a systematic fashion, how to teach your horse these skills. She was happy to pass it on to all of us that came to watch and learn. It was very obvious to all of us that attended, she had spent many-an-hour working with Dewey. He was calm, willing, patient and a joy to watch. For the last two months, we have been entertained by diverse and interesting stories. Last month, our very own Allison Schmidbaur shared her exciting trip to Florida that lasted several weeks with two of her own horses to ride. She gave a Powerpoint presentation of the beautiful farms and events that took place that included well-known clinicians, large open house events at marvelous barns,

internationally attended jumping championships, and many other points of interest. She was astounded at the beauty of the equestrian centers and the stunning world-class horses at the events. The photos that she shared invoked many “oos and ahhs” from the rest of the ladies gathered at the meeting. Apparently, every one of the events also included some pretty wonderful food according to Allison. Not every part of her trip was smooth sailing, but it was a trip that made many memories that will not be soon forgotten. Finally, at the June meeting, we were given the rare opportunity

to listen to a singer/song-writer, who is also an author, story teller, accomplished artist and historian. Lisa Finch, pictured above, hails from Alabama. She happened to be in the area and was kindly asked if she could share her gifts and time with our club at the monthly meeting. We are so glad she accepted the invitation to do so. With her charming southern accent, she told us about her many interests that included little known information about Native American tribes. Her stunning artwork centers around her interests: animals, wildlife, horses and Native peoples. She graced us with a few lilting songs while playing a lovely and unusual guitar. After all that entertainment we managed to have a business meeting where we solidified many of the details for the upcoming in-house fun shows, hosted by our generous members and a planned clinic. More details about the events will follow. Until next time, stay in the saddle and hug your horses.

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I Can’t Fix That (continued) they couldn’t fix it by themselves. That had not always been the case. We offered our prayers and support in getting them connected with the pastors at our church and then we got out of God’s way. For now, the desire to change appears to be sincere and this person is determined to make the changes in their life that will save their relationships with loved ones and friends. We happened to hear that God made it way too easy for them to reconcile with one former friend. That friend just happened to be at the church after the session with the pastor and they had an opportunity to speak. It isn’t fixed yet, but the repair ticket is in! Praise the Lord! As for the young lady and her horse, we were saddened to hear that she wanted to sell it to pursue other passions. There are other things going on in her and her family’s life that I can’t share and that had a hand in the decision. I guess T and I did kind July 2022

of help ‘fix’ one thing for her. We decided to buy the horse, and for now at least, she knows she won’t have to worry about getting to see him again if she chooses to do so. Fix what you can, but give the Lord first shot at the things that are beyond your abilities. Pray, be patient and have faith. God bless you all. The Corzatt family owns and operates the Cowboy Perseverance Ranch (CPR) in Marengo, Ohio. CPR is a faith based operation and our mission is to build a strong foundation and relationship with our training horses and students. We are blessed to be able to provide western horsemanship lessons infused with biblical scripture to students of all ages. One student has described her time here as “CPR for the soul!” Visit our website at www.cpranch. wixsite.com/home or follow us on Facebook.

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Black Swamp Driving Club

Summer Fun for Black Swamp Driving Club PRESIDENT, Sharon Hayhurst VICE PRESIDENT, Angela Hohenbrink SEC. & TREAS., Susan Murray WEBSITE, www.blackswampdrivingclub.com

by Mary Thomas Memorial Day is always a time for picnics and that was true for the Black Swamp Driving Club. Ron and Sharon Hayhurst invited club members to a wonderful holiday gathering at the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints, Bowling Green, Ohio. A sumptuous array of traditional picnic food was enjoyed during a time for meeting new friends. Ron Hayhurst brought a carriage to give rides around the area. The drive was popular and kept the carriage rolling with several people on board each trip. A couple interested in joining

BSDC had many questions about driving keeping Roger and Sue Murray, Angie Hohenbrink, the Hayhursts, Mary Thomas, and Becky Steingass busy providing answers. The Blue Ribbon Driving Show drew Angie Hohenbrink, Rebecca Rich, and Mary Thomas north to Ionia, Mich., June 4-5. Ring classes, dressage tests, cones courses, a combined test, and a fun cross country pace kept everyone busy. The show was well organized with many volunteers offering help to keep things running smoothly. The event committee served a much appreciated breakfast and lunch each day. The same weekend found Mary Elliott at the wagon train drive at Malabar Farm near Mansfield, Ohio. She and her Percherons spent several hours following the scenic trails through the famous farm. Previously in May Eliott had participated in a couple

Mary Elliott’s Percherons ready to go. of plowing matches with her horses—a very different type of driving! The Wyandot County Historical Museum’s annual ice cream social coming up July 9 brings out a selection of traditional carts and carriages from BSDC members. The vehicles are displayed on the museum’s Upper Sandusky, Ohio, grounds among other driving related antiques. Angie Hohenbrink, Will Stevenson, and Mary Elliott

couldn’t stay away from the carriage sales at Mt. Hope, Ohio. They reported that it was definitely a buyer’s market as carts and carriages of all kinds either brought low prices or were no-saled. They looked at what was available at the Woodlyn Coach dispersal, including vehicles, sleighs, and hundreds of buggy parts and pieces. UPCOMING EVENTS AUG. 6: Joint drive with Western Reserve Carriage Association, Carlisle Reservation, Lorain County AUG. 27: Obstacle drive at the Hayhursts, Bowling Green, OH SEPT. 24: Parker Bridge drive near Upper Sandusky, OH, hosted by the Emmons OCT. 23: Annual hayride, Galion, OH, hosted by Mary Elliott and Linda Spears NOV. 12: Annual banquet at Good Hope Lutheran Church, Arlington, OH

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by Cathy Rhoades May was carriage driving month and we celebrated by having our first picnic drive on May 28. Twelve people gathered on a lovely late spring day for a potluck and camaraderie. Mary Thomas brought a delicious cheesecake that Dave Rhoades scarfed up! After our lunch we put to and drove on the north and south loops. We had eight turnouts enjoy the beautiful weather! Cathy Rhoades, Jo Ann Murr and Barb King with her husband Dan drove small equine. Mary Thomas and her groom Rebecca Rich took Mary’s beautiful Dartmoor/ Arab cross throughout the

park. Floyd and Yvette Shipley brought their haffie. Jeffrey Skinner and Shauna Brummet each drove a lovely Morgan. It was so good to see Betsy Connor with her pair of greys! Carlisle has easy to drive trails that are usually well groomed even after rain. There may be pedestrians, dogs, and saddle horses but there are always deer in the woods and meadows! Summer driving dates: Tuesday, July 5; Saturday, July 9; Thursday, July 14; Sunday, July 17; Tuesday, Aug. 2; Saturday, Aug. 6; Thursday, Aug. 11 and Sunday, Aug. 14. Early June saw a few WRCA members compete at other venues. The Michigan Horse Drawn Vehicle Association had a pleasure show the first weekend in June. Held at Ionia Fairgrounds in Michigan, it was a lowkey fun event. Jo Ann Murr, Cathy Rhoades and Mary Thomas and Rebecca Rich each took a turnout to compete. It is an ADS event and very newbie friendly. The MHDVA supplied

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Betsey Connor donuts and coffee and lunch for the competitors. The many knowledgeable volunteers were in the stabling area ready to help put to. There was a Novice Division, the club is always looking to add fun classes. One of the highlights was the Country Drive around the fairgrounds. It was fun, fun, fun! This same weekend the Kentucky Classic CDE was held at Hermitage Farm in Kentucky. Stacey Giere took Shellie Kwitkowski and Chrissy Aitken down to compete. It was Shellie’s first go with her lovely horse at this premier event with Stacey! Chrissy and Diana Beardley had a great time navigating pink snails and red gators.

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Central Ohio Carriage Association is having a series of monthly fun drives at Infirmary Mound and several of our members are planning to attend. Check their Facebook page for further information. WRCA will have had their CAA proficiency test at Golden Horse Farm along with the Sporting Day of Traditional Driving by the time this is published. Our next picnic drive is July 31 at Howe Meadow. August 6 is a combined picnic drive with Black Swamp at Carlisle. Our exciting August event is the carriage showcase at the Patricks in Pennsylvania. This is a horseless event and open to friends and family. July 2022

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What is a Leg Yield? by Kelley Bitter

saw the new movie TOP GUN Maverick the other day. The movie was awesome in case you were wondering. But there was a line in the movie that made me think of riding. The line was “it’s not the plane, it’s the pilot that wins the dog fight.” Great line and one that I can apply to western dressage. (It’s my superpower, I can apply just about everything to riding.) In past articles we talked about using aids and the importance of a balanced seat. Both of which are about you, the pilot. One of the first moves you teach a dressage horse and dressage rider is the leg yield. This applies to both English and western dressage. The leg yield helps the horse with suppleness. Remember suppleness is the second spoke on the training wheel after rhythm. I find that this also teaches the horse and rider balance from back to front. As the hind end reaches more under the horse, it pushes the thoracic sling more up and forward. This creates an uphill balance of the horse which will lead to collection. The leg yield also teaches the rider to develop feel and coordination of the aids. The rider helps the horse to become loose and free by moving laterally. Sounds easy right? Well, not really. The rider must learn not only what aids to use but when to use the aids properly so that the horse moves correctly. Leg yields are in some tests too, so this is a great starting point for both horse and rider. So, what exactly is a leg yield. The leg yield is a lateral movement. The essence of the movement is that the horse’s inner legs cross in front of the outer legs. The horse is seen moving forward and sideways on two tracks. The body is straight with the poll slightly bent away from the direction of movement. The steps should be regular and even. What we don’t want to see is the horse speed up, slow down, bent at the neck or base of the shoulder, head going up and down, over flexed at the poll, haunches ahead of the front end, or shoulder

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too far ahead of the haunches. The leg yield is not a diagonal line. In western dressage, the horse may be softly bent at the ribs. That’s what the horse should not be doing. What about the pilot. Judges never want to see the rider pull the horse over with the inside rein. This will make the horse raise their head and neck (tattletale). Rider weight needs to stay balanced over the back of the horse. If the rider drops that inside hip, the horse thinks go out, away from pressure. Yet the rider is pulling the inside rein. Talk about confusion! The rider needs to stay balanced. Here’s a trick: point your shoulders slightly in the direction of travel. This will shift your torso. Then apply pressure with your outside leg toward the direction of travel. The rider’s seat stays put, balanced with weight over the center of the horse. OK so how do you do a leg yield? I find it easier to start riders at the walk. Step 1. Walk your horse through the short end of the arena. Turn about 10 feet before you reach the long wall. (This is about the quarter line of a dressage arena.) Walk a few steps to allow you and your horse to get straight and balanced. Step 2. Find your end point on wall. This is where you want your hand to hit the wall. (This is your line of travel) Note that you are moving to close that 10-foot gap where you turned a minute ago. You are not traveling across the arena. Step 3. Point your shoulders to the wall slightly so that your torso moves. Using your inside leg near the girth push the horse forward and sideways. (I find in the beginning, that if you are skilled enough, you can drop some weight on the inside hip without moving your seat. This movement is not continuous. It merely helps the horse understand to move forward and sideways at the same time.) Step 4. Keep your outside leg behind the girth to keep the hindquarters from leading. Step 5. With the inside rein ask for a slight bend. The outside rein is connected to hold the horse straight and keeps the shoulders from getting too far ahead. Step 6. When you hit the wall, get the horse straight again. Release the flexion. In the beginning you may have to use the reins to tug on and off toward the end point. But again, this is only to teach the horse which way to go in the beginning and should be more of a twist of the wrist away from the neck. The rhythm is leg pressure, hip if you can maintain balance, outside rein slight tug away from the neck. I like to have another person or a mirror so that I see if the horse is crossing the legs correctly. Remember this takes practice for the horse to understand what to do as well as for the pilot (that’s you) to understand when to use the aids. An important note in the leg yield is not to let the shoulder reach the end point first. The rules state the shoulders may get the end ‘slightly’ before the rest of the body but not by much. Make the shoulder wait by using half halts if needed with the outside leg. It may help to think side, forward, side, forward. Once this is done well at the walk from 10 feet away, try from the center line. Once you feel confident, you can try away from the wall, facing the wall at a 25-degree angle and on a circle. Until next time, enjoy the journey! Kelley Bitter is the owner of Buckeye Performance Horse Center and The Winning Edge Mental Performance Coaching in Newbury Ohio. A second- generation horsewoman. Kelley began riding and showing at 4 years old. In her teens, she started riding Arabians in various discipline and won several Regional and USEF titles over the last 50 years. Kelley started riding Western Dressage in 2016. In 2018 Kelley attended the WDAA Train the Trainer program. She has won several titles including placing two of her Arabians in the WDAA World show in 2020 top 15. At the WDAA International Challenge 2021 she placed with her Quarter Horse, Arabians and her student received top ten in the Gaited Division. Kelley currently runs The Western Dressage Academy. Kelley also holds certifications as a Mental Performance Coach, Equine Massage Therapy, Equine Laser Therapy and Equine Nutrition. Kelley has also completed the WDAA Judges training and is currently working on her “r” status.

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Mid Ohio Dressage Association

The Classic and So Much More PRESIDENT, Vicki Milliron VICE PRESIDENT, Jessica Miltimore SECRETARY, Anna Cluxton TREASURER, Beth Baryon EMAIL, vickimilliron@hotmail.com WEBSITE, www.midohiodressage.org

The Mid Ohio Classic I and II, a USEF/USDF Level 3 dressage competition, will be held July 15-17. The show, now in its 47th year, is once again being held at one of Ohio’s most beautiful show facilities, Bravehorse, just outside of Johnstown, Ohio.

This MODA hosted show is a qualifier for the USDF Regional Championships and is typically one of the bigger shows in Ohio with many top riders and horses going down centerline. Last year’s show had over 600 rides from 195 horses showcased in four rings over the three days. MODA prides itself on the immense volunteer contribution for this show along with the many generous sponsors. More information can be found on the MODA website. East Meets West will be the MODA outdoor schooling show at Four Star Quarter Horses in Ostrander. September 10 is

WDAA approved and is western only. September 11 is Classical only. Both dates are AQHA approved and are judged by Sue Hughes. Entry information can be found at ShowSecretary.com. MODA recognized shows are those hosted by other groups but recognized for MODA year-end award submission. These shows can be linked through the MODA website competition tab. Currently Valley View Farms has a five-show schedule at the Knox County Fairground in Mt. Vernon. Their June 4 show had 70 rides both western and classical! South Wind Stables in Pataskala is in their 17th year presenting

casual and fun shows for both WD and DR. Their two shows are July 24 and Sept. 25. ODS shows are always MODA recognized. Other pending and completed recognized shows are listed on the MODA website. If you have questions, you may also reach out to the MODA President, Jessica MiltimoreKuhnash at midohiodressage@ gmail.com The Classical is MODA’s signature event but there is so much more and something for everyone no matter if you ride western or classical dressage. Join us in going down centerline in 2022!

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NODA Summer Schooling Show Series and Banquet Updates PRESIDENT, Danielle Menteer VICE PRESIDENT, Kathy Kirchner TREASURER, Dee Liebenthal SECRETARY, Beth Scalabrino EMAIL, president@nodarider.org WEBSITE, www.nodarider.org

By Mosie Welch The NODA Schooling Show Committee headed up by Suzanne Sherbundy has secured new award opportunities for member participants. They also recognize your volunteer time is valuable and will now award eight NODA Bucks for a four-hour shift at a schooling show, as well as provide food and refreshment. NODA is a participating GMO in the USDF Regional Schooling Show Awards Program. Find out how to sign up as an individual horse and rider pair to be a part of the USDF Regional Schooling Show Awards Program by going to www.usdf.org/ awards/performance/regionalschooling.asp. Through the USDF Regional Schooling Show Awards Program, opportunities for yearly awards and regional rankings abound for USDF Group Members who compete in non-USEF-licensed/non-USDFrecognized competitions. Each program year, Dec. 1 through Nov. 30, USDF offers four award divisions (junior/young rider, non-professional, adult amateur and open) per USDF region. You trained hard for your scores, nominate for the USDF Regional July 2022

Schooling Show Awards Program now and make your scores to work for you! New for 2022 the July Schooling Show will feature The Dressage Foundation Benefit Class at Training Level. A trophy clock for the first place rider and special ribbons to sixth place will be awarded to the riders earning the highest scores at Training 3. Open, AA, and Jr/Young Rider’s are all competing for the same award. NODA supports the efforts of Dressage Foundation to cultivate and provide financial support for the advancement of dressage. The Benefit Class for The Dressage Foundation is helping promote TDF’s grants and programs in our region while supporting the education of our dressage community. NODA has donated funds to The Dressage Foundation which will be used to support dressage-related education for people who love our sport as much as you do. Each year, grants are provided to dressage clubs, adult amateurs, young riders, judges, instructors, breeders, and more. And finally, what does a volunteer get for volunteering at the summer schooling shows? Eight NODA Bucks for every ‘Day of Show’ volunteer shift completed and food! You can sign up online for a show and input the amount of NODA Bucks you plan to use! NODA Bucks are being accepted with online Schooling show entries. Your hard-earned NODA Bucks will need to be remitted the day of show before

numbers will be given. Be a NODA volunteer! Sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/ go/10C0C48ABAE2FA13-2022 or go to the schooling show page at www.nodarider.org. If you have questions contact, Chair/Manager Suzanne Sherbundy Groselle at SchoolingShow@nodarider.org NODA is always looking for scribes. NODA’s long-time member and TD, Mary Lou Gallagher, has written a great article about what you need to know to get started as a scribe which you can find in Issue 6 2022, NODA newsletter on the newsletter page at www. nodarider.org. If you’d like to see what scribing is all about, contact Suzanne Sherbundy and

she can set you up with a shadow opportunity at one of our schooling shows. Chair/Manager Suzanne Sherbundy, 561/596-1189 or SchoolingShow@nodarider.org. NODA plans to celebrate 2022 with our members at the 2022 annual year-end awards banquet and celebration. This year’s event is Nov. 20 and being spearheaded by Kirk Morehead. The banquet committee could use a silent auction chair, as well as people to come early and set-up, help plan the event, or help with tear down. Can you help? Kirk is also looking for silent auction items and for your fun photos for the banquet slide show. You can reach out to Kirk at kmore@ en.com.

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Where Has the Time Gone? by Christine Weisgarber

he year is half over. I am shocked, although it shouldn’t surprise me. Every year seems to go faster than the last. At this point, it is time for us take a deep breath, regroup, and determine how to keep moving forward. Now is the time to determine your progress towards accomplishing the goals you established at the beginning of the year. Hopefully you have a good way to measure how things are going. I wrote an article a while back about goals and it can be found in the digital archives on the Corral website. If you are not accomplishing your goals or feel like you are losing traction, I have a challenge for you. Figure out where you spend your time by doing a time study. This is helpful in both your personal life, business efforts, and with employees. A time study is straight forward. See what you are spending your time on by using pen and paper. There are apps and techy ways to do it, but I have found that if I pull my phone out to record a time or tasks on an app, I end up distracted by my notifications. If you find you are distracted easily, don’t forget to write it down! Being honest will be to your benefit. If you are doing a food journal to lose weight and decide Twinkies don’t count if you don’t write them down, your efforts will never pay off. If you spend 15 minutes on Facebook, 100 percent put it in your notes. Just be honest. When I first tried this, I was surprised that I spent a lot of time responding to emails, text messages, and returning phone calls, about 4x’s more than I would have given myself every morning and throughout the day. I was setting myself up for failure by assuming I could accomplish those tasks in an unrealistic amount of time and then move on with whatever else I had planned without being interrupted. Being interrupted was also something I expected but was surprised by. I hadn’t realized just how often my kids asked for a snack, drink, or help going potty! That is one of the challenges of running my business from home.

At the end of the day, look at your results. Are you surprised or impressed, maybe disappointed? No matter what it tells you, do something about it tomorrow. Record your day again for several more days until you can establish actions to take to make your day more productive and profitable. This also works if you have employees, observe the time it takes for them to do something. I wouldn’t advise standing over them with a stopwatch but observe from a distance and see what you learn. You may ask them to record this information for you depending on the individual. Personally, monitoring my own time allows me to measure my efforts and determine when I need to hire or look for help in my personal life and business, whether it be a babysitter or someone to help with housework. Look for ways to make the most of your time! Doing a time study will give you information that can help pinpoint areas of opportunity. One of my favorite quotes that I continuously use to my benefit states, “If time is money, doing nothing is an expensive choice.” I do not know who to give credit for that quote, but the expression “time is money” was used by Benjamin Franklin in an essay in 1748.1 This is something I often remind myself about whenever I jump on Facebook or God forbid, TikTok. In my opinion, TikTok was a clever name the Chinese gave this platform knowing it would be a complete waste of time for most all Americans! Just think about all the wasted time aka money. Anyways, enough of that. Give it a try! You might accomplish more than you imagined by simply holding yourself accountable by writing down what you are doing. If you would like to spend some of your time with me, via email, phone, or in person don’t hesitate to reach out to me Christine@brazenbusinessservices.com or 330/474-9984 because I’d be happy to find time to talk to you! Source: 1, Franklin, B. (2017, September 24). Benjamin Franklin: Advice to a young tradesman (1748) – “Time is money”. time issues. Retrieved June 10, 2022, from https://time-issues.org/benjaminfranklin-advice-to-a-young-tradesman/

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Greetings From Your President This time of year, many of us are working on the horse trails. The grass and weeds are growing fast and the trees that fall seem to be attracted to the horse trails. Many of us use chain saws to remove down trees. I’d like to comment on chain saw safety. Too often, I see people using chain saws without safety equipment. Here is a picture of my chainsaw outfit. OSHA’s Chain Saw Safety Quickcard says: “Proper personal protective equipment must be worn when operating the saw, which includes hand, foot, leg, eye, face, hearing and head protection.” I recommend using: • A hard hat or helmet • Hearing protection: Ear plugs or over the ear hearing protection

• Safety glasses, goggles, or a full-face shield (I use both safety glasses and a face shield) • Heavy work gloves, or even better, gloves made with Kevlar fiber • Chain saw chaps • Heavy work boots I realize that all this equipment costs money, but consider the cost of a chain saw injury: ambulance ride, ER visit, lost time during recovery, and in some cases, permanent disability or even loss of life. Proper safety equipment can be found at any store that sells chain saws, home improvement stores like Lowes and Home Depot. Amazon. com carries a full list of safety equipment at reasonable prices. ~Eric Estill, President

County Lines ASHTABULA Hello from Ashtabula County. Did you know we are Ohio’s sharpest county? It has been beautiful up here along Lake Erie. The downside is that our county has the highest number of reportable cases of Covid. I dread putting a mask back on, but I will once again mask and carry on because of my latest health issue. One of my friends was so very cautious and has just tested positive. Our chapter had two more horse shows scheduled. The first was held on June 11 and the next will be on July 9. We will announce the buckle winners in the August Corral. June 4 was National Trail day. We had a chapter ride in the gulf and shared a potluck at the end. Thank you, Jessica Sheets, our event coordinator, for organizing that. We have eight new members. I haven’t gotten names yet, but I will introduce them next month. The members’ names should be in the September issue of the Corral, along with a firm date for our Christmas party. Mike and Jessica Sheets are very proud grandparents of a 58

beautiful little girl. Their first grandchild. Congratulations! Now that we have our June meeting behind us, we have some events planned for this season. But, before I move on to what we have planned, I want to say thank you to Mike McIntyre for taking over the job of mileage. He has all of our names on a spreadsheet, and he has asked each member to email him at river_runner75@hotmail.com on a weekly basis with the miles you have ridden. When the riding season is over, he will compile the mileage and submit the totals. Maintenance mileage is counted as well. Maintenance hours begin when you get your tools together until you arrive back home. You should also keep track of the machine/tool hours. Keep those hours separate and report them to Mike the same way. We have a horse show scheduled on July 24 with a rain date of July 31. It will be happening at the Pierpont Fire Hall arena. In August we plan to go as a group to Tri Co for their annual Ox and Pig Roast. Our regional Ride/Dice ride will be on Oct. 9 in the Ashtabula Gulf. It will once again be ‘Pay to Play’. If you want to roll the

dice, it will be $20 in advance or $25 the day of the ride. If you are going, bring your registration to the July meeting. This is the paid ride. If you work an event, the club pays the fee. Put us on your schedule and join us. June 12 was the ‘Celebration of Life’ memorial ride for Dick Johnston. He passed away on Feb. 4 after a long struggle with Alzheimers. It was held at Hatches Corner Metro Park. ’Til next time, give thanks for all the good things and give your horse a hug. ~Pearl Ann CLARK As I write this month’s Corral the weather report is forecasting sunshine and heat. Maybe the trails will have a chance to dry out. Of course that hasn’t stopped us from riding on days that it hasn’t been storming. I enjoyed my first trail ride at Sycamore State Park with a friend and hope to return soon. The Clark County camp out at Buck Creek was a big success even with the rain on Friday evening. The rain held off for everyone to get some miles accumulated. Chris Price

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Kentucky Derby supplied a TV and we were able to watch the Kentucky Derby upset. What a finish! It’s so uplifting to know that anything can still happen if you try hard enough and put in the work. We all enjoyed a potluck which included homemade spaghetti sauce, Kentucky hot browns, fresh fudge and a blazing fire. There were lots of stories told and memories made. One of the big storms blew over a tree that was the biggest I have ever seen blocking a trail. Chris Price chain sawed the tree into pieces to be removed in the future and also created a path so that we could go around for the present time. Thanks for all that hard work Chris! We will schedule a time in the future to move the remainder. June 4 was National Trail Day July 2022

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Campfire fun. and I hope many of you were on the trails. I was in a gaiting clinic that day and not able to be on the trails. It was another action packed clinic at Helges Horse training. He makes every second count with training methods and obstacles. I had never thought of backing my horse up a hill... genius! Annie keeps getting better and better. Our July meeting will be at the Buck Creek shelter house July 13 at 6:30 p.m. Come ride with Clark County! ~Jonna COSHOCTON Hello July! We are full swing into summer and with summer, come bees. If you encounter any while at Fallon please let a club member know what trail and try to mark the area. We will do our best to get rid of them.

Trail maintenance. July 2022

I will have the results of our June poker ride in the August article. We have cleared trees off the trail, mowed, put screenings under the high lines and ran the weed eater under the picnic tables to prepare for our fun day. I’ll have more information in the next Corral about our annual hog roast in September. You can also find out what is going on with our club on our Facebook page. ~Gigi

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Hello from Crawford County. We have a few still riding. We spent the Memorial Day weekend at the Ranger Camp Ground at Oak Openings. The Cowboy’s for Christ were there and we had a great time around the camp fire. We rode about 23 miles in three days and the trails were in great shape as always. The sand really gives the horses a workout. We will be riding the trails at local parks, Mohican, Malabar and Pleasant Hill due to the high gas prices this year. Also, Alum Creek and Hocking Hills is on our list of favorite places to ride. Be kind to your horses and stay safe. See you on the trails throughout Ohio. ~J. Zaebst

Van Buren Park in May complete with facials, chocolate covered strawberries and wine. There are so many beautiful pictures to choose from, so I had to close my eyes and put a finger on one. This is club member Patty Solak, with her buddy! Our next adventure will be our club camping trip to the Bluff’s in Camden, Mich., this coming weekend, with a potluck and a couple days of fellowship and stories around the campfire, relaxing and trail riding. Cheers to all of our friends and four legged’s to getting out there and enjoying what we love to do! Until next time, be safe, have fun and enjoy! ~Michelle Cogswell

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Happy Trails to everyone out there! I am sure that everyone is out enjoying the beautiful weather and riding gorgeous trails. The Defiance County OHC has had a busy month already and it is only the beginning of June! We wrapped up the annual Just For Fun Horse Show with a great turn out. This year we featured a class for riders with disabilities, and Lilly Creek Farms came through with a few of their clients. Oh and talk about some happy faces! Pictured is Isaac, who left the show with trophies, ribbons and a huge smile on his face that was priceless! Great job Isaac and to Lilly Creek Therapeutic Riding Center for bringing him, among others, for this opportunity! Another of our members spent the beautiful weekend in Hocking Hills. Member Rebecca Schlegel and Sargent took full advantage of the weather and the trails. Several other members helped with trail riding at Harry Hughes/Oak Openings. The group also hosted a glamour shots weekend at the

Greetings, we hope you had a happy July 4th from your friends in Delaware Chapter! If you have had the opportunity to ride our bridle trails at Alum Creek State Park, specifically our Winterhawk West trail, then you have experienced the wonderful improvements that were accomplished during one of our special workdays held on May 19 in addition to our regular Tuesday mornings. A local landowner and IGS Energy executive, Dave Mrowzinski, had approached us earlier this year asking if we would like to participate in his company’s volunteer day on May 19 to which we responded with a resounding, “Yes”. Three major projects all on Winterhawk West trail were selected. With the help of employee volunteers from IGS Energy, our trail volunteers spread out to work on ‘The Curves Project’—a particularly muddy section of trail just north of The Curves, the complete reboarding of Kim’s platform —our 2022 OHC matching

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grant project, along with the replacement of several rotten boards on nearby Paul’s Path, and last, but not least, improvement of the creek crossing after Widen Chasm. Our chapter would like to extend a sincere thank you to Dave Mrowzinski and all the employees from IGS Energy who spent their volunteer service day with us at Alum Creek. Including their efforts, a total of 260.5 hours of trail maintenance was accomplished in the month of May for a total value of $7,435. All equestrians and other trail users will appreciate the work that has been accomplished! Congratulations to our five club members who recently received awards for their trail mileage and/or saddle hour achievements: Vanessa Norton (earning her 500-mile patch), Alissa Clouse (earning her 200mile patch), Mike Shott (earning his 200-saddle hours patch), Sherry Chambers (earning her 500-saddle hours patch), and Dan Chambers (earning his 2021 OHC Top 10 Saddle Hours Award). Do not forget to turn in your monthly totals of mileage and/or saddle hours to Theresa. In addition, please keep track of any time spent doing trail maintenance even while you are riding. We encourage our equestrian visitors to carry along a pruner, for example, and help us by trimming back those pesky branches that like to swat riders 59

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Completed new Kims Platform. in the face! Your contributions can be reported to Bobbi Arters, our secretary, or posted on our Delaware Facebook page. Last month’s meeting featured equine veterinarian, Dr. Jim Chase, who shared his knowledge and expertise regarding equine first-aid topics and essential items to include in your first-aid kit. We extend a big thank you to Dr. Chase for a very informative presentation! This meeting featured our largest attendance yet and was held at our new chapter meeting ‘home’, Kilbourne United Methodist Church. Join us for our Friday, July 8 chapter meeting beginning at 7 p.m. We are excited to have the opportunity to meet at one of Kilbourne’s newest establishments, Henmick’s Farm and Brewery, 4380 North Old State Road, Delaware, Ohio. Owner Mr. Nick Sheets will share with us his plans for creating a connector trail from Winterhawk West/SR 521 to his establishment plus a designated fenced area complete with horse ties for his horseback riding patrons. If weather conditions are favorable, this project hopefully will already have been completed in time for our meeting. Come early to enjoy the onsite food trucks and libations at this family-friendly place. Sneak preview: our Friday, Aug. 5 meeting will feature a visit from Ms. Shelly Privett and her miniature therapy mare, Poppy. Shelly and Poppy will share their experiences as a therapy pet as well as topics pertaining to miniature horse care in general. Later in August, our chapter will hold our third annual Trail Obstacle Fun Day on Saturday, Aug. 20 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Gates open at 8:30 a.m. This fun event will take place at Brenda Webster’s Black Swan Farm, Ostrander, Ohio. $10 per person (non-refundable). Due to parking space limitations, approximately 10 rigs will need 60

to be our limit, (perhaps more if 2H trailers) so if you can haul an additional horse for someone who would like to attend, please do so! Advance registration will be required so look for details coming soon to our Facebook page and membership email. Lastly, our chapter is looking forward to hosting our annual Autumn at Alum Trail Ride and Campout slated for Friday, Sept. 9 through Sunday, Sept. 11. If you would like to camp overnight, now is the time to go to www.reserveohio.com to obtain your camping reservation. Day riders and guests are always welcome and encouraged. Come join us in Delaware Chapter! We look forward to seeing you! ~Theresa Burke ERIE Greetings from Erie County! The weather has been great! Trail riding, graduations and fairs are on the agenda. Lynn and Tim made their annual spring trip to Brown County. I heard the rain made it a relaxing camp out with little riding. Trails that were available were pretty muddy, stealing the shoes off of horses that ventured on them. Many of us had reserved sites at Pleasant Hill on Memorial Day weekend. The weather has traditionally been pretty nice. It started to rain Friday. My husband and I tossed around whether to go or wait until Saturday morning! We left about noon, leaving the kayaks home. We arrived in the park just as the rain started to slow down and stop. The weather promised to be great riding. We got our first ride on Saturday morning. My new horse, Thunder, did great. The campground started filling up as the day went on, 70 degrees and lake breezes made for a perfect weekend. It was good seeing old friends and meeting new ones. The first Saturday in June was National Trail Day! What great weather and turnout at Edison

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Pleasant Hill Woods Metro Park! Because it was a Bingo check off, I was seeing pictures of friends riding all over Ohio. It was definitely a successful event! July promises us great campouts this month. Reed Road Wranglers at Oak Openings is scheduled for July 8-10. Camping at Edison Woods on Smokey Road is scheduled for July 23. Life is better on the trail! ~Shelley FAIRFIELD We just finished up Memorial Day, so it’s official, summer is here. Our first ride of the year was scheduled at Salt Fork a few weeks back but consistent rains on Friday and Saturday canceled it. Individually and in small groups our members have been out in full force logging trail miles. Hopefully the remainder of our scheduled rides this summer will go off without a hitch. Our clubs main money making project came off the middle of May with only a couple of glitches. Our members volunteer their time to assist with the management of the All American Youth Horse Show at the Columbus fairgrounds. We check in the youth competitors for their classes, open and close gates to the arena and whatever else needs done to help the show run as smoothly as possible. In return, our club is compensated. As all clubs, we then use that money for club projects. It’s a four-day event which requires several people, but with enough participation from our members, no one gets abused too badly. The main glitch came on the Thursday evening shift. That shift started at 4 p.m., with normal quitting time around 8 p.m. There were some

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Fairfield County OHC issues at the main coliseum, so classes were moved to where our people were working in Cooper Arena. Then a couple delays took place as well. Long story short, my crew that night locked the gates and headed home at 12:15 a.m. I did not hear one person complain, although by the time they got home it was 1:30 a.m. It was a very short night for a couple of them who had to work early on Friday. That is the nature of a horse show I was told. To finish up this topic, the entry numbers were up and the youth came from states as far away as Minnesota and New York as well as all of the states connected to Ohio. Maybe Covid is behind us and life is returning to normal. I mentioned scheduled trail rides earlier. Over the Memorial Day weekend our club rode at Hocking State Forest. We had a great turn out with 14 or 15 trailers camping for the weekend. The weather man blessed us with more than enough rain on Thursday and Friday, but Saturday through Monday turned sunny and beautiful. The trails were a little muddy in spots, but as a whole not bad at all. On Saturday evening, we enjoyed a community meal with around 30 members and guests in attendance. Bryan Black, a member, blessed us with some old time country music. If you know Bryan, ask him to play the long john song. Guarantee you have not heard it. Flat out funny, July 2022

County Lines you will enjoy it. A side note on this subject. You can find our ride schedule at our web page by googling, ffohc.com. Look under calendar. We welcome guest at all of our rides. If you see us riding and can work it into your schedule, come ride with us. Been a long time since we shot an outsider. That’s all for now. ~Chris FRANKLIN While Franklin County OHC is one of the smaller chapters, we are trying. Dana Stewart put together a FCOHC schedule which we appreciate. TBD is an open statement that the actual date has not been set. One of our events, a Chiropractic demonstration by Dr. Ian Giachetti, arranged by Angela Logan, was May 21 at Appaloosa Run Stables, Granville, Ohio. It was reasonably well attended and Dr. G was very informative and did an excellent job. I had two of my horses adjusted and we all were impressed when he pointed out a bump on the back of my horse Coal, that has been there a long time, and which disappeared after his adjustment. This horse gaits but was just not the same as times past. Now he is back! Numerous horses were brought out from the stable and on one we heard the ‘pop’ as the joint snapped back into place. Dr. G explained that this horse had a touch of arthritis. We highly recommend Dr. G when you next need your horse put back in top shape. Dr. G’s contact information is dr.ian.riverside@ gmail.com or 419/707-2133. We want to thank both Dr. G for his time and effort and Appaloosa Run Stables for allowing us to meet there. Our next event is a field trip to Slate Run Municipal Park where we will tour the 1800 vintage farm and visit the horse trails located there. If we all meet there at 2 p.m. July 9 at Slate Run parking lot, tour the 1800’s farm, visit the equestrian day parking area and review both proposed and existing trails, and then move the meeting to a restaurant down the road, we all can enjoy a friendly meeting. August 13 we are sponsoring an obstacle course at Rocky Fork Municipal Park. Bring your horse and enjoy a leisurely ride while negotiating a couple of obstacles put there for your pleasure. First horse out at 10:30 July 2022

Dr. Ian Giachetti a.m., last horse out at 1 p.m. We always need time to set up and tear down. Due to the continuing pandemic; we continue to meet via Zoom on the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. We hope to get back into a restaurant where we can enjoy good food and each other’s company! ~Terry L. Baker FULTON The first showcase ride of the NW region, in recognition of the 50th anniversary of OHC, was held June 4 at Oak Openings and the Maumee State Forest. Over 50 people rode our wonderful trails and the weather was perfect. Jack and Art grilled hot dogs and sausage and fed over 50 people. It was great to see riders from all seven counties of our region which includes Allen, Defiance, Erie, Fulton, Hancock, Sandusky and Wood Counties. We expect to participate in the other regional showcase rides that have been planned for this year. Speaking of Oak Openings, there have been some changes that may or may not impact horse riders. The vault toilets have been removed from the Jeffers Road rider center, Springbrook camp area and Evergreen Lake rider

rest stop. Porta johns have been installed at the rider center and Springbrook. There’s nothing near the lake stop yet so plan accordingly. That’s the one that I always count on! And the park is trying a land management project which includes grazing cattle on a 10 acre parcel within the park. I haven’t spotted them yet but some people say they have heard them and it was strange! The month of May was the beginning of camping season for many of our members. A small group went to The Bluffs in Camden, Mich., on May 1315. Reed Road was full two weeks later while a small group went to Red Hill Horse Camp in Livingston, Ky. All reports were that the trips and trails were fantastic. Our adventures continue with trips planned to Caesar Creek, Pleasant Hill Lake, Mohican and Come Again Horse Camp in Leavenworth, Ind., in the foreseeable future. Also planned are later trips to Van Buren as well as some of the state rides and Big Elk Lick in Benezette, Pa. If you are curious about what we’re up to in real time, check our website, fcohc.com, Facebook group Fulton County OHC or Facebook page Fulton County Ohio Horseman’s Council. Come see us at our chapter meetings which are usually on the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. and are currently held in the banquet room at The Bunker Bar in Holland. Anyone and everyone is always welcome. We hope you all are well and safe and we look forward to seeing you on the trails! ~Kathy GEAUGA A big shout out to all those who worked so very hard to pull the invasive garlic mustard weed at West Woods on May 10. Dottie Drockton is fantastic at organizing and leading us in an effort to help keep Geauga horse trails beautiful. The pizza was great! Speaking of great, how about the GOHC annual banquet that was held on May 14. We had amazing food, unbelievable donations for the raffle and remarkable members who put an extraordinary fun evening together. This was all lead by Christina Monaghan and her committee. Super job to all of you. On May 21 nine riders enjoyed the trails for the annual Nora

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Garlic mustard pull. Stanton Memorial Ride at West Woods. A luncheon was held at Mangia Mangia following the ride to celebrate members 2021 accomplishments. Lottery drawings and trail milestone patches were distributed. Congratulations to Beth Liff and Dianne Smith who achieved their 5000 lifetime miles. There are many events up and coming. Here is a list of just a few. July 12 will be a massage clinic, Aug. 9 is hay testing, and do not forget how much we need your help on ideas and creativity for the Great Geauga County Fair booth set up on Aug. 30. Be kind, be determined, be brave, be confident, be you. ~Cec GREENE I’m writing this about a week before our state ride, so there isn’t a lot of news yet. If you missed the event, I’m sure you missed out. We always have a great time. We never know what Mother Nature is going to throw at us, but we manage regardless. Speaking of Mother Nature, she has been keeping Dave, Jerry and Devin busy mowing at Caesar Ford. And Jeannie busy taking photos for me and making sure the guys get fed while they’re working (always a good thing!). I’m including a couple of photos she sent me of them ready to get to work. I’m also including one she sent me of the Jeans and Jodhpurs 4-H group at TSC one day, advertising for their club. It was pretty chilly that day, but they persevered. Always good to see the kids out spreading the word. I’m really hoping that Kandy 61

County Lines in May and June. I have 20 acres to go. I just need another four-day window and the weather man’s permission! I had to come down out of the hay mow, at one point in time, to cool off! A neighbor was putting the bales on the elevator and I was stacking them. I’m not sure when I’ll have time to ride Ben at Salt Fork again. I have a long to-do list for the farm for this summer. See you on the trail, ~Lee Randolph

Jerry Smith and Dave Goodbar.

Mikayla Westlake practicing jumping on her boy.

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Devin Nicol and I can get out soon and ride. We had hoped to one week, but then it got very hot very fast, and since Cooper and I are both out of shape, I didn’t want to start out with that. I’m sure we’ll manage one of these days! We used to ride together quite a lot, but the last few years it just hasn’t worked out. Gotta work on that...I know Dave has been riding a lot, and several other members have been joining him (sometimes on his mules; photos of those coming another month). ‘Ride a mule’ is one of the Bingo squares so they’ve all got that one crossed off now. Nothing more going on right now, at least as far as I know. Next month we’re sure to have state ride photos. Stay cool! ~Mickie GUERNSEY I sure wish we had one of those Redo buttons! We only thought we were done with trail work this year. Around May 3, a huge storm with multiple sheer-wind down bursts hit Salt Fork State Park. The Blue Trail was hit the worst. Two spots were so bad we rerouted around the downed trees, for now. When we do our annual trail work this winter, we will tie into them and restore the trail. In both spots the trees 62

Salt Fork State Park were massive with some limbs in excess of 24 inches in diameter, and laying right on the trail! The Purple Trail, (see the pictures), had two really bad spots. The spot in the picture was at the 2-mile marker. There were nine trees in one pile and the pile was 20 feet high. There was no way to re-route around the trees, so we had no choice but cut our way through. Two of the trees were 24 inches in diameter and the rest were eight to ten inches. Dave and I spent three and a half hours on that pile. Just 100 feet down the trail there were three trees across the trail and another 100 feet down the trail there was a pile of five trees on the trail. We spent four and a half hours on that 200-foot section of trail! There was another huge pile of trees at the 8-mile marker. Oddly enough though, there was only one tiny tree on the White TrailB Loop. The White Trail A Loop was a different story. It had quite a few down and we spent nine hours on the trail. The Red Trail and the Orange Trail still are not done! When? Unknown. Personally, I’ve spent the last two weeks in the hay field. Finally, after seven consecutive wet years, I was able to make hay

Hello to everyone from Harrison County! The Harrison County chapter met on May 19 at the Ranch to Table Restaurant in Cadiz, Ohio. Close to 13 members met to eat and fellowship before the meeting which followed. The main topic for the May meeting was to discuss the Annual Regional ride which takes place at the Harrison State Forest on June 10-12. Judy Fortner is in the process of taking reservations for camping. Latest word is that almost all of the spots are full! Day time rides will include a candy ride, slow trail ride and fast trail ride. The members are looking forward to the Cobbler Cook off on Friday and the great entertainment of Dan Jones on Friday and Jim Mclaughlin on Saturday evening. T-shirts are on sale and were sold at the last meeting. The club decided to auction off a saddle at a silent auction at the June ride and members may also provide baskets to be included in the silent auction. The club discussed the youth scholarship applicants and allowed members to read over the applications. Four young riders/ horse lovers turned an application in for the youth scholarship which is worth up to $500. This will go toward horse camp or lessons with Penn-Walt Stables. The group also discussed other local horse events in the area. Some of the events included a schooling dressage show that will be held by OVDA and a trail horse challenge clinic at Blue Magnum Stables. Our photos reflect the true dedication of our members and their love for their horses and riding. Along with trail riding, many of our members work to expand their experiences with their equine partner, whether it be at a jumping show, dressage show, lessons, obstacle clinics

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Haley Kelly taking a lesson on Wonder.

Cheryl and Carl Francis at the Memorial Day parade in Hopedale, Ohio. or mountain trail challenges. Saddle time is saddle time and every different discipline helps to enrich the knowledge of the rider and horse. Another event that HCOHC hopes to hold is a fun show at the Harrison County Fairgrounds in September. Because we all know, fun is above all the biggest goal! The group discussed the Memorial Day parade in Hopedale, Ohio. Thanks to Carl and Cheryl Francis for doing such a great job representing the Harrison Chapter. We all would like to thank those who gave to give us our freedom. Thank you to those who served, including Carl Francis who not only rides in the parades but served our country in the Navy. And many thanks to our equine friends who also served and contributed to the establishment of this great country, the land of the free. Lastly, the clearing of trails and the purchasing of equipment are always topics on the monthly agenda, especially at this time of year. The trails have been July 2022

County Lines reported as mostly clear at Harrison State Forest. However, the maintenance is an ongoing thing. President Mark Westlake mentioned that anytime anyone wants to do a workday, just give him a ring. Everyone is overwhelmed with outside work, I’m sure. It is always hard at this time of year and it seems like we never get caught up. I once heard someone say, “Horse work before housework.” Let’s make sure that the horse work stays up there as a priority. They need us and we need them. Sometimes just a short trail ride around the property is enough to clear our minds and our souls. Hope everyone has a great riding season. Happy trails and God Bless! ~Lori Mayher

Restaurant and Banquet Haus (Oak Room), in Logan, the third Sunday of every month at 7 p.m. Come in earlier for dinner and relaxed conversation prior to the meeting. Watch our Facebook page for more information about our club and upcoming events! ~Donna Shade HOLMES

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HOCKING Our club’s first meeting at the new location went smoothly. I didn’t count, but I believe that we had more people attend then at our prior location. This indicated to me, that the club made a good choice in changing to a larger meeting location. We had our third guest speaker for the year. Larry Teichman from Valor Retreat spoke about his need for volunteers to help get Valor up and running. Stable manager Anya Ramsey also spoke about the equine division of Valor and the availability to rent both indoor and outdoor arenas. The link to this new organization located in Hocking County, www. facebook.com/VALORRetreat. With the weather getting nicer, weekend equine activities are taking everyone in different directions. One member, Kathy Newman recently purchased a yearling colt named Asher. She admits that this might seem silly to others, but he was out of a beloved mare that she used to

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Saturday’s work crew getting organized.

Isee Beiter own. So yeah, I get it. I would have done the same thing. Our youth are letting no grass grow under their feet! Congratulations to Gunner Rau! Gunner and his horse Chumley are the 2021 OPWBRA (Ohio PeeWee Barrel Racing Association) 5D Champions! Isee Beiter recently competed at the All American Youth Horse Show She placed 8th in the Registered Quarter Horse Pleasure and 5th in the Ladies Pleasure. Both were in the 17 year old categories. And she’s graduated high school! And if that wasn’t enough, she’s also received her Ohio Agribusiness Industry credential! With the rising price of gas recently, many of us are rethinking our summer horse travel plans. Some of the rides planned earlier this spring, now have question marks beside them. I’m sure our members are not the only ones feeling the pinch. I know of one club that has moved their meetings to coincide with rides, in order to help members save on gas. We’ve not done that, but there may be some changes in the upcoming schedule. Rides might be held closer to home and meeting dates or locations could move. Stay tuned for updates as I know them. You can also ask on our Facebook page. Raven Rau does a great job keeping the page up to date. Our club is very family friendly and meet at the Olde Dutch

As I write the July article, we’re making our first cutting hay. It is hot enough here at the end of May to feel like July. It is a good feeling to have that done; one because it is the right time of year and without rain, and two, because we can ride without worrying about getting hay in for a little while. While our Holmes County Chapter had some rides canceled due to weather, there has been a good amount of riding getting done. Spring riding at Mohican has been beautiful. We had a very well attended work day on May 21. Three large trees were removed from the trails. Two UTVs and several chainsaws were there. The far outhouse was painted. The fence and alcove areas were weedeated and cleared. Several groups trimmed branches and multiflora rose from parts of the trails. We enjoyed seeing Pete and Cheryl Jacobsen who helped so much; as did all those who attended. Our potluck dinner time was moved up because of an approaching storm. The dinner was just as good that way as it would have been later. Unfortunately, the storm also required rescheduling our meeting to the first week of June. Overall, we worked hard and ate well. We are looking forward to our June trip to Elkins, which by the time you read this will be in the books. In club news, donations were made to Hospice in memory of Lenny Gerber and a donation

Parts of a large tree removed from the trail.

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Tree crew at the work day (l-r): Tom Bahl, Heather Kinney, Pete Jacobson, Jack Stetson, Ron Kline, and Bob Picklesimer. was made to Camp Tuscazoar to help with gravel in their new parking lot. That group has a fundraiser event Aug. 20, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This former Boy Scout camp has some great riding on its trails. Also, we would like to wish hearty congratulations to board member Shar Milner’s granddaughter, Jamie Milner, on her high school graduation. We have enjoyed Jamie’s presence over the years. They grow up so fast. I ran into secondary members Heather Kinney Tate and son Taran at the Ashland Paint and Plain show. Their good horse, Gus, went from the Mohican trails one weekend, to the ranch and youth classes the next, and to top it off, he and Heather rode in a Memorial Day parade the next day. Now that’s versatility. The Paint and Plain shows are lots of fun, well run, and well attended. Fall pizza sales are being discussed. Plans are being made about our Labor Day weekend at Mohican. We hope to attend the regional ride at Mohican July 4th weekend hosted by Wayne County. We’ve enjoyed getting back to riding at Mohican. Bruce made a trip to Kentucky and visited a Tennessee Walking Horse farm. I enjoyed getting out to an Ashland Paint and Plain show and watching my son’s two good horses work. We’re planning on riding with Lorain County at Salt Fork this weekend. Looking ahead to hotter weather, we are trying to get the horses used to it with some shorter rides at high temps and some regular work. I usually feed some electrolytes in the heat, but whatever your 63

County Lines veterinarian recommends is the best plan. Be safe and take care. Enjoy the season. ~Bev Hanna KNOX As indicated in the past, Knox County OHC is a very active OHC chapter. Early in the year we had a trail ride planning session where it was agreed that instead of ‘sticking’ our very good Trail Rides Chair, Phil Rauch, with all the arranging, we had individuals appointed to contact several parks and arrange for use of group camps such as Hocking, Zaleski, etc. A great time was had this past weekend as our President Misty McDonald took responsibility for arranging a weekend campout at Hocking. There were 12 rigs and 19 riders present, riding the three day weekend for Memorial Day. A bit over 20 miles was logged. Dodging the rain was bothersome Friday but the weather cleared and all had a great time. Camp activities included a sack race and a celebration of a couple of birthdays. Thanks to the park for arranging to have a horse water tank present but they could keep the rather large black snake photographed on the rigging. July 15-17 is the Central Region Ride at Fallon Park, previously referred to as AEP on State Route 83 just east of Highway 16. This is an old strip mined terrain that provided the coal for the AEP power plant. Camping is primitive, but there is an outhouse, shelter, and horse watering tank that has flowing water when the pump is on. Trails are generally dry, some rock, but very interesting. Reservations to OHC Central Region Representative were requested earlier. July 1-4 you’ll find us camped at Bark Camp. This does require a state reservation and I suspect it is close to being filled at this late

Misty at Hocking.

Randy at Hocking. date. This is a four day weekend. It is mostly primitive camping. Trails are generally well taken care of and it is relative easy riding. There is a miniature golf course within walking distance for a fun evening. Not sure what activity is planned, but I am sure it will be fun. And, Saturday night is always a potluck. KCOHC has the group camp at Zaleski reserved for the weekend of July 22-24. If the weather is dry, the trails will be good. Trails are a bit more of a challenge than Bark Camp. There is a pond for horse water. We might ride to Uncle Buck’s for lunch on Saturday, passing through that haunted tunnel known as Moonville Tunnel. Anyone is welcome to join Knox County OHC, we’re a group of enthusiastic equestrians that ride, a lot. We meet the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m., now established at 411 Pittsburg Avenue, Mt. Vernon, Ohio. Come on over to Knox County where the gates are wide open, the grass is greener, the horses leaner, as we do ride them, and everyone is welcome. We meet the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m. ~Terry L. Baker LAKE

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our OHC Bingo cards. Michelle S., Michelle H. and Savannah, Rosemary and Ken M., Linda C. and myself cleaned kennel pens for the Geauga dog warden’s shelter on May 22. We put fresh straw in each kennel doghouse after first raking out old straw and debris. The pens themselves also had to be cleaned and raked. Savannah loved fluffing the straw around in the dog houses. She did not like the three foot brown snake we found in one pen. It didn’t like us either and left rather quickly for the woods far away. Savannah fluffed straw and pushed the wheelbarrow over and over. She even greeted people coming to the kennels to view dogs up for adoption. Our chapter also donated a plastic dog house and a small dog carrier to the kennels. Some of our members went to HorseFest at Lake Farm Park May 21 and 22. There they saw a variety of displays and exhibitions. I, myself, enjoyed learning about the mini donkeys and mini horses, exhibited with mammoth donkeys and giant mules. Equine massage was demonstrated by Andres Zwegat for wellness, relaxation, and performance. Andrea has given two sessions to my own horse, Hannah. I’m learning a little too. Magna Wave was also shown. The Draft horses seem so patient. Just looking at those magnificent drafts is awesome. One member particularly enjoyed the bridle-less riding and jumping of a horse named Monty. A birthday party was celebrating in one area with many kids who were excited, but well supervised. There seemed to be something for everyone. Memorial Day weekend had its parades and services. During the holiday a Civil War reenactment was playing out in Burton. A few members saw the tents used by the infantry, and different men going about doing everyday camp chores. A young man on a white horse moved along through the camp. He looked like he belonged with the 6th Ohio Calvary which we saw at Equine Affaire. It’s all marvelous. Our Lake chapter turned National Trail Ride Day into two days, both Saturday and Sunday. June 4 we had nine people and horses ride the trails at Girdled Road Park. Saturday was a perfect day and everyone seemed pleased. Sunday was cloudy at Chapin Forest and only three

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came because it was thought that it might rain. Chapin was chosen for the horse or rider or both, who might need easier terrain than Girdled Road. The trail ride was pleasant. At the end of the ride, two of our members got off their horses and reminisced about walking their horses during endurance rides when they were younger. Thank you Michelle S. and Rosemary for believing in our third rider. Keep on riding, friends. ~Rayneen Tisovic LICKING Hello from Licking County. I am happy to report that our first chapter ride of the season, which was our pizza ride at Infirmary Mound Park, was a great success! We had 25 riders participate and another few people came out just to hang out after the ride and to have pizza with us. I think that everybody had a great experience at the ride that day! We did have one incident of a horse spooking at a deer on the trail and unfortunately the rider came off and broke two ribs, but I’m happy to report she is on the mend! An event I want to remind you about is the upcoming history ride at Malabar Farms on July 10. This will be another great opportunity to ride and have fun with us. That will be a pack your own lunch ride and you can always camp the night before if you like! Another ride we have coming up on Aug. 7 is our history ride at Taft. Don’t forget to put it in your calendar. Our fun show is happening this month on July 30 at Infirmary Mound Park, we hope to see many of you there! At our last meeting we discussed the 50th anniversary celebration of the Ohio Horseman’s Council which will take place at the Newark Elks Lodge on Nov. 5. If you would like to attend, please reserve your spot and dinner soon.

Jan Dean and her son Mark at the pizza ride. July 2022

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camp this summer who may not have been able to go without it. Shawndel Wilson brought up that at her farm you can check off nine of the bingo boxes and we will be setting up a date so members can work on those 50th anniversary bingo cards. For National Trail Day, we had four Logan County OHC members trail ride at Kiser Lake. Happy Trails! ~Cynthia Orr

Grafton Memorial Day parade.

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Deb Sheka and her hubby at pizza ride. At our chapter meeting in August we will have Mrs. Dee Silliman speak about saddle fit. Hopefully we will see everybody there. In the meantime, I hope everyone has their first cutting hay in the barn and gone on some trail rides! Happy riding! ~Sigrid Batten LOGAN We had our Logan County OHC concession stand May 20 at the Marmon Valley Farm Horseshow, and it was a huge success with many members donating either their time, money or both to help the cause! At this meeting the club gave back a large portion of our fundraiser profits to the community. We donated money to the Logan County Fair horse show fund, which will help repair all the barns and the arena. This donation will help competitors for years to come with safe barns and arenas. Then we donated to the Marmon Valley Farm Youth scholarship fund to help give a child an opportunity to go to

Happy July 4th everyone! We have so much to be thankful for here in our country. Please pause to give thanks for all the freedoms we have. ADT Security LLC is our calendar sponsor this month. They provide security systems for homes and businesses so please consider contacting them if you are looking into a system to protect your home and/or business. Our Pie Ride was as sweet as always with many of us riding at Carlisle. Afterward we gathered to enjoy each other’s company while eating delicious sweet treats. Unfortunately our campout at Carlisle was cancelled due to the weather. It will hopefully be rescheduled for a later date. Thanks to Karen Norton who was the coordinator for the Grafton Memorial Day parade and all who took the time to ride in the parade as this is a beautiful way to honor our armed forces, especially to those who sacrificed their life while serving in the military. There were a total of 21 riders who attended the Salt Fork campout from LCOHC June 3-5. The weather was picture perfect for this ride. Thanks Jim Wallace who was the contact for this ride. This month we are heading to Malabar for a day ride on Saturday, July 16. We will ride out at 11 a.m. Please contact Jim and Laura Wallace who graciously volunteered to be the

Twenty-one LCOHC campers at Salt Fork. contacts for details. On Monday, July 18 we will hold our membership meeting at Carlisle Equestrian Center at the open pavilion beginning at 7 p.m. July 22-24 we will camp at West Branch in Portage County, Ohio. The camping is primitive and the trails vary from moderate to challenging depending on the weather. There are 20 miles of bridle trails. There are 10 nonelectric campsites, pit toilets and tie lines. Bring your own water and food. The camp is located off of Rocksprings Road. Rocksprings Road runs north and south between SR 5 and SR 18, east of Ravenna. You will need to go online at reserveohio.com to check for reservations. Holly Thompson kindly offered to be the contact for this weekend trip. Saturday, July 30 we will be at Wetmore for a day ride. We will ride at 10 a.m. Looking ahead to August, we will be at Hinckley Reservation for a day ride, heading out at 10 a.m. We will meet at the Route 606 Trailhead. Happy trails to you. Enjoy the wonderful summer riding and all the freedom we have in our country. ~Kathy Duncan MADISON

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Trail Maintenance at Kipton Reservation.

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that had to be hacked and moved from the trails. Nature makes us humble, for sure. The Madison County Gymkhana series started off in May with a great turnout of 63 entrants. There are classes for all, from lead line through senior (people, not horses). Some contestants simply walk the pattern to get their horse familiar with the surroundings, while others run the course to try to beat their times and win ribbons. We did see some great horsemanship by several riders whose horses spooked and refused a pattern, and they were cheered by all when they dismounted and led their horse through the pattern so they could learn and not be fearful the next time. This is a fun event for all, and a great way to desensitize your horse to crowds and unfamiliar surroundings. We appreciate all of our hard-working members who plan and execute these events. The world would not run well without volunteers! Two of our members made a trip to attend a three-day boot camp at Helge’s Rockin’ HB Ranch in Waynesville, Ohio. This was a ‘shapeup for successful summer riding’ that involved many interesting obstacles (a teetertotter bridge, opening a gate, navigating narrow passages, and going up steps) as well as ground work sessions and trail riding. They said they had a ball and can’t wait to go back for more. This should check off some of the Bingo squares for them, as there was much new to be learned. The never-ending trail clearing at Deer Creek has been completed, so all trails are open! That is not to say that some unruly tree has not decided to topple onto the trail right after I wrote this, though. For any trails that you ride on, please be thoughtful and carry pruners or clippers with you to cut anything that is hanging in the way. The only way that trails stay 65

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Young contestants at Gymkhana. clear and open is with everyone pitching in. I think that there are many who use the Ohio trails who do not realize that it is volunteers like you and me who keep the trails maintained, and not the state. If we all do our parts, the trails and world is a better place. At our May meeting, member Lorna Kenyon presented a showand-tell on what she keeps on her saddle for trail riding. It was amazing to see what all is packed into a fairly small space to allow for medical treatment for human and equine, safety for trails, and emergency preparedness. It was a bit of a magic show to see more and more keep coming out of that pack! Key take-aways are to make sure to keep your paper map, phone, truck keys, and a whistle on your person and not your horse, should you become separated, make sure you have ID on yourself and your horse, and to always let someone know where you are going and when you plan to return. A complete list is posted on the OHC website, under the Madison County section in our blog. It is a great reminder for us all! Our June presenter, Madison County OHC president John Pierce, showed us different ways to tie a rope to secure our horses. We have all had knottying failures, so it is great to have a refresher and new skills to keep ourselves and our horses safe. Practice time was provided, and each member brought a rope. Knowledge is power, and helping each other is what our OHC is all about. We always welcome new members to our chapter as well as those who wish to join us as secondary members. The more the merrier! Our July meeting will include a potluck under the trees (weather permitting) at the West Jefferson Community Center, our regular meeting location. Stay safe on the trails and in all of the riding that you do! ~Lisa Reynolds 66

You can tell the weather is getting better by the number of events happening. Big news on the trail front: A reception was held at the Conservancy for CVNP at Hines Hill for Conservancy’s Trails Now Kick-Off event on May 25. This event showcased the plans for a new parking area and trailhead at Stanford House that will include room for horse trailers, amongst other things. Donations for the trail fund are again being matched by the Dalton Family Foundation. Generous donations have already been made by Medina as well as Summit, Lorain, Cuyahoga, Erie, and Trumbull Counties. (If I left out any chapter, I apologize!). Your generosity and meeting with likeminded park enthusiasts reminded us of how well-supported the Cuyahoga Valley National Park is and how average citizens can make a difference. Continue reading to see how Medina Chapter is doing their part. To donate see the mailers sent out to OHC membership or go online at conservancyforcvnp.org/ trailsnow and choose ‘Stanford Trailhead Project’. Our June meeting and ice cream social was a sweet success. Weather kept us indoors instead of at Robinson Field, but we had a great presentation from Erica Pacholewski on equine nutrition. Erica is the manager of Nutritional Services at the Farmers Exchange in Medina and holds a Master’s Degree as nutritionist for equines. She answered questions on specific needs of our horses and we found out that the soil in Ohio is pretty good after all! Keep on ridin’! July 23 (revised from July 9) come to Robinson Field for a day ride of the Wetmore trails. Come at 9 a.m. for coffee and pastry and enjoy a BBQ chicken dinner created by our illustrious Chef Louise at 3 p.m. There will be a small fee for the lunch. See the flyer in our newsletter or online at ohconline. com/chapter/Medina or contact Kathy Schmidt 216/288-5406 or km5707@aol.com for more information. July 15-17 join us for a weekend at Pleasant Hill, contact Louise Harting 440/2387277 for information on that ride. August 6 we are back at Wetmore trail in the CVNP, Barb Vega is leading that one. Contact her at 216/702-1224. We are 36 years strong-

Celebrate! Ride! Eat! Prizes! Repeat! Come join the fun on Aug. 20 for our first big ride in three years. We meet at Robinson Field at 9:30 a.m. for pastry and coffee. Then it’s off to a day of riding the wonderful trails that we have cared for these 36 years. You will find some great improvements in the trails thanks to the continued efforts of the trail fund. A percent of the profits from the ride, raffle and auction will be donated to the Dalton Trail Fund, so we want as much participation as possible. In the evening enjoy a full dinner and a sweet dessert! We are looking for volunteers and auction items, contact Rosemary Young, 440/3827980 or rosemary4medinaohc@ gmail.com, for information and reservations. The flyer is in our newsletter and the OHC website at ohconline.com/chapter/Medina. Our next membership meeting is July 6 at 6:30 p.m. (meeting starts at 7 p.m.) at Robinson Field in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Bring a chair and a snack to share. Bring your horse and take a ride before the meeting. Field opens at 5:30 p.m. Our next work parties (‘cause they’re so much fun!) are July 9 and Aug. 13. We’re looking for a few good trail workers! Contact Raydeen Ryden, reysden@att. net or 334/663-7361, or Greg Monsanty, 330/352-5737 or blackhorsebridge@aol.com for dates and details. Get on down to the valley! ~Rosemary MORROW Greetings from Morrow County OHC chapter where green is now the dominate color as the official first day of summer soon arrives with hopefully many months of great riding weather before 2022 cold weather returns. This early June composition date has seen more than adequate rain that has restricted the completion of crop planting although hay growth is robust. A limited amount of hay has been harvested locally but mine is waiting for a ‘four days forecast of good weather’ before cutting. Some chapter members have done some local riding while the Memorial Day period had Drew Ann and Frank enjoying some southern Ohio National Forest trails. President Floyd who has been an exclusively mule person for many years recently purchased a horse which he soon plans to

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expose to Mohican State Forest trails. Maybe his riding my bombproof Wild Wind in the 2021 Delaware All Horse Parade contributed to his decision! Health issues continue to keep some members grounded due to developments from advancing age and not because of accidents. Concerning accidents, I did just read a report today of a rider being trampled after being thrown off by her horse when a loose dog charged riders on the trail. The incident was not in Ohio, but I recall at Mohican State Forest when a chapter member, Byron, suffered serious injury several years ago when a deer spooked the horses which resulted in some difficult EMS work to transport to Mansfield Hospital. Another incident at Mount Gilead State Park several years ago had a solo riding chapter member injured when two large loose dogs attacked his horse. Mutual equine/canine activity is enjoyable for many horse owners where sufficient training and control exists for appropriate environments. Another recent riding accident/injury may have contributed to the stroke suffered by a Knox County OHC member which has her now using a motorized wheelchair for an unknown future time period. May all readers experience an accident free 2022 riding season with their favorite steed and other riding friends. Our small chapter does not conduct many organized rides but joins other OHC events and shares lots of equine fellowship during our monthly chapter meetings which are at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month in the Mount Gilead Library Annex. This report will end with the usual sign-off until next month, I trust the 2022 season will allow many OHC members to get ‘Back in the Saddle Again’, which was a phrase from Gene’s theme song. Until next month, keep your chin up and strive to provide the best care possible for your horses who will provide you the opportunity to enjoy some great riding. Also stay safe in the saddle/on your horse if you do have an opportunity to ride before the next report and I hope to see some readers on the trail later this year. ~DOC PERRY Let’s get moving—we’re burning daylight! This time of year all July 2022

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Rusty and Charm at Burr Oak. Trail work at Burr Oak.

Teresa and company at Perry Woods. horsemen feel this way with the additional mowing duties, hay making, and of course, riding and camping! Perry members have been all over the place, literally, enjoying the trails we work so hard to maintain. Over Memorial Day several enjoyed the fruits of our labor and camped at Burr Oak which we cleaned a week prior. There was still a section of trail we were not able to clean that day but talk about a lot of hard work. Huge trees down, all over the trails. It was all we could do to accomplish as much as we did and kudos to everyone who helped. With all the rain Burr Oak was no exception as to mud but it did dry rather quickly. Only one tent camper was in the equestrian camp with us lucky seven. It may be an unpopular opinion, but I hate mixing nonhorse campers. I think it’s dangerous. Case and point, we were saddling when here comes kids on scooters and several horses jumped. That could have caused an injury very easily. But I guess we have to live with it. Teresa Spring was able to join us at camp and brought her six month old Irish Setter, Rusty. What a lively little critter he is! We all had fun playing with him over the weekend. As to Burr Oak trails and facilities, allegedly a new trail is being mapped that will take us to the lodge. And the state is promising a real latrine. Right now not only are the trails limited but they have some spots that are butt puckers. Honestly, if we July 2022

can’t get these improvements this year after many years of trying and after our club built the nice shelter house, I for one won’t be returning. Personal preference I guess. I’ve heard Strouds Run trails in Athens have been improved and I think I’ll see if the club would like to add a ride there. Right now we have Salt Fork coming up in July. We are going to try to put together a little tack swap in conjunction with the ride which will be open to all campers. Also coming up is the campout with Hocking OHC at Cowboy Larry’s and of course the annual Gibby Ride at Barkcamp the first weekend of August. That ride is always a good time. Picket lines have been the bane of camping in places that don’t offer tie lines, at least that’s the case for many of us women who struggle with the ratchet ties. I have to say I did manage to put up a few good ones last year to my own surprise, but I always worry about it. This year, however, problem solved. I ordered the new Quick Draw Tie Line from a wonderful guy down in Tennessee to whom I spoke with for over half an hour. He will be providing our club a complimentary package that includes a 50 foot line that you can literally put up in five minutes. And it’s nice! I can’t wait to try it now. Be on the lookout for a club raffle for this valuable item. I will report back on my success after I use it but I can tell it’s going to be awesome! In member news, Susie and Audra Reid have a darling new colt that they welcomed in May. Kathy and Terry Newman purchased the colt that belonged to their former mare, Rain. The yearling is a firecracker from what I’m told. Dianna Lowe purchased a thoroughbred mare and Roxanne Drake added a little rocky mountain mare. I finally bought a new trailer, this one with

full living quarters. I can’t wait ’til my first solo campout with it. We voted to forego a meeting in June since everyone is so busy with hay and other summer activities. The July meeting will be held at the Salt Fork ride. August will find us returning to the Top Hat on the second Tuesday. It’s been impossible to schedule any speakers at our meetings since Top Hat closes at 8 p.m. I’m going to ask members to assist in forming an events committee to brainstorm on other locations where we can have a special activity or two as part of the regular meeting. Hopefully we can put something together for September. Be safe and happy trails! ~Marianne PIKE Pike County trails are slowly returning to a somewhat normal state. I have ridden nearly half of them and all are passable. The state forest workers did a fantastic job of moving the large trees and of smoothing up some of the wet spots. There have been large areas of logging near posts 27, 24, 2, as well as the Tobacco Barn area and Mitchell Ridge. Areas that are complete have been mostly returned to their original condition with leveling and seeding. Ten members now have the first road trip trail ride of the summer under their belts. We headed out for three days at Mohican State Forest, riding approximately 25

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miles. This is a great campground with well managed trails. It is a shame camping is only allowed once a season for each group. We highly recommend it. Our July meeting will be loads of fun. Camping, riding, eating, and it is ‘Christmas in July’. Bring a covered dish and a pass around gift, followed by a large campfire. You are welcome to join us on July 2, for the social event of the season at 5 p.m. ~Debby Sears ROSS Hello everyone, I hope all is well and riding as much as you can. The weather has been great and the trails are starting to finally dry out around the Ohio area. As we ride into July and the weather turns hotter than a fire cracker, remember to hydrate not only your horse but yourself. Horses will sweat up with work, make sure they have a chance to rest and cool off over the course of a long ride. A horse’s ability to regulate its temperature is greatly reduced and heat stress is more likely, so be careful. As you can see in one of my attached pictures, my clan knows how to cool themselves and their horses, we find places with as much water for not only ourselves to cool off, but the horses too. Ross only has one scheduled club ride this month on July 16 and we have tentatively scheduled this ride at Twin Creek where there is plenty of water to swim your horse and yourself. Twin Creek may not be a long, strenuous or an advanced rider location with hills and views, but I have ridden there when the weather is really hot and it is a fun place to go where you can take it easy on your horse and have some fun while doing so. Check the Ross County OHC Facebook page for more information on the July club ride. I would like to take this time to congratulate the winners of the Memorial Day weekend poker ride. The winner of the best poker hand was Shay Adams with three aces, the high spade winner went to Jessica Maxwell with the ace of spades, the 50/50 winner was Steven Maxwell and the winner of the fish races was Jessica Maxwell. Those Maxwell’s sure know how to play the games. Thanks to all who donated their winnings back to the Ross County OHC. I would like to thank the band Liberty Uprising 67

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Ross County OHC for coming out to our primitive campground at Tar Hollow and putting on a great show, the music was awesome and we all appreciate it. Last but not least, I would like to thank all of our members and volunteers who showed up to do trail maintenance and camp cleanup the week before to make sure we had safe trails and a place to tie up the horses. Everything looked great and the trails were clear. Ross County has no August club ride scheduled, but I am sure that some will be riding somewhere, get in touch with us and we will get together for a ride. ~Angie STARK How are you doing with your Bingo card? Have you tried something new in 2022? Many have as I look at the OHC Facebook page and see some of the interesting photos that are posted. It is so exciting to see what members are doing for our 50th anniversary year. I am just getting started as I have had a very busy year so far but as I look at the tasks listed, I am surprised to see the ones I have completed. I have attended a chapter meeting (#18), submitted my 2021 trail maintenance hours by Jan. 31, 2022 (#29), worked at the Equine Affaire Booth (#38), renewed my 2022 membership by Jan. 31, 2022 (#39), read a book about horses 68

(#50). I had purchased this book when I was at Equine Affaire and it was written and signed by Jan Sharp from Ashtabula County. I have already completed five tasks without even trying. Now I need to get out, get on my horse to complete some more! How easy can this be and able to win some wonderful prizes to boot plus a chance to win the beautiful quilt! Recently I went to my hair salon for a much needed permanent and a tick was found on my head. I believe it was dead from the solution used. That is the third one I have had this year already. I haven’t seen any on my cats, dogs or horses. We have been told to expect more ticks this season and beyond. There are now five ticks in Ohio that are concerns: the American dog tick, the blacklegged tick (deer tick), the Lone Star tick and recently both the Asian long horned tick and the Gulf Coast Tick. What can you do? Keep your yard mowed, do not allow brush or leaf litter to accumulate, remove brush, tall weeds and grass to eliminate the habitat of rodents and other small animals which serve as hosts for ticks as well as serve as prime tick habitat. Stay safe! Until next time, happy trails to you! ~Jo Ellen SUMMIT Well it was yet another weather test to see how many members would attend the May meeting at RHP Summer Barn. Thanks to Molly for setting up a heater and making ready as everyone trickled in from the rain and wind outside. We had a few new faces, Francis and a new recruit. There was a lot of lively discussion and mysterious bird diving bombing the grounds outside our windows. Plans for the upcoming Poker Run fundraiser which happened in late June and various rides/ activities were highlighted. Stewardship is something OHC members understand, i.e. taking care of our trails now and for the

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Lady C in fine form.

Do it for the new recruits. next generation of riders. With our 50th anniversary, I ask that each of you consider doing at least one thing to help our planet. Drive the speed limit, it saves gas and improves mileage; folks gas is $5 a gallon! Lowering overall speed reduces accidents which also cause all our insurance rates to rise. Pull some weeds instead of spraying cancer causing chemicals in your yards. Native Americans believe in mindful use of resources not just for today but for seven future generations. Let’s start with our kids and grandkids. They deserve it; each of us can make a difference. Was royalty hiding in plain sight? IMWTK (inquiring minds want to know). A sumptuous LQ rig discretely pulled into an undisclosed location in the Tennessee hills. The occupants, a fine lady, her dog and horse, were prepared to settle in quietly for a week’s stay. Parking was at a premium and required assistance to wiggle in and level the LQ on a muddy incline. A kindly gentleman then asked for two chocks to finish the job. Grateful but perplexed she happily returned and handed him two bars of Godiva’s finest. Sensing the communications barrier of a common language, he left and returned with his extra pair. However, it was another pesky device which would prove her undoing. The pedal on the loo malfunctioned. Seemingly an easy fix, the owner jiggled and fiddled until it finally just snapped off (so much for modern plumbing). It was an uphill hike to use the local’s facilities but she bore it with a stiff upper lip for the duration. The stay and rides proved pleasant. All too soon,

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it was time to leave. Getting an early start she motored along to about mile 50 when she remembered ‘the chocks’. Seeking a place to pull over, the next truck stop resembled a bee hive of semis as she hovered for a place to lite. A frantic call was made back to the facility to reach the Good Samaritan to tell him she would send him a replacement pair but not revealing one had mysteriously flown out of the truck bed somewhere along her route. The service department in ‘Wellington’ had been alerted and was waiting for her return. As it turned out, the pedal could not be repaired and required a total unit replacement. And that is the story of how Lady Carolyn acquired her new throne. Keep smiling and here’s hoping to see you out on the trails. ~Joann Ulichney TUSCARAWAS Several Tuscarawas County OHC members were provided the rare opportunity to witness an incredibly romantic wedding ceremony, bride and groom adorned in western apparel, outdoors, adjacent to a magical bank barn, surrounded by lush green pastures, in Magnolia. Alexis and Colton exchanged their own rendition of personally prepared vows beneath the shade of a magnificent stone fireplace. Tears of joy flowed freely, as those in attendance shared the magnitude of this amazing love story and intertwining of families. Their three children stood glowing by their side. As we retreated to the shelter of the barn strewn with glimmering strands of festive lights and a scrumptious wedding feast, the sky began to darken. The tranquility of the evening was invariably interrupted by fierce storm clouds and a spring shower. The crowd drew to the interior of the venue. The sudden torrential pour did not dampen the tempo within. A diverse range of music welcomed dancers. The dancers whirled, twirled, stomped and frolicked rhythmically about, rocked by the sheer joy of the celebration. The following weekend, after a short honeymoon respite, the Garrett family joined the horsey set at Beaver Creek State Park’s Horse Camp. Their intention was to master corn hole and badminton, hike, play card and board games, and feast on campfire specialties…. and relax. I am certain at one July 2022

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Tuscarawas County OHC time or another, we have found yourselves amid consistent horse traffic, without our favorite mount. Perhaps, you recognize the common yearning to participate, that cannot be sated from the spectator’s seat. As much as it was truly an amazing weekend, I believe that next time, Alexis and Colten will be determined to include their horses in future camping escapades, where horses are abundant. The Tuscarawas County OHC welcomes new members. Our monthly dinner meeting falls on the second Monday of each month, at 7 p.m. Please contact a member, or the undersigned to determine the location. Happy Trails, ~Holly Waldenmyer UNION Happy summer everyone! Union County is having a slow year. Jim and Debbie Strayton are working on their Bingo cards. They rode on National Trail Day at Glacier Ridge and Debbie rode bareback on her birthday. Susan Kiser has been showing Cowboy Dressage with her horse, Lakota, picking up a first and a second at their most recent show. Karen is anxious to hit the trails but is contenting herself with brushing her horse, Blue while she undergoes medical treatment. She is looking forward to a model horseshow within the next couple week. Patience is a virtue. Hopefully, I’ll have more to July 2022

Birthday ride. write about next month. Until then, Happy Trails. ~Karen Holland WARREN A word of caution: safety glasses are a good thing! I found this out first hand at our last work day in May. I usually have my sunglasses on so haven’t worried about it. But that day was cloudy and we were knocking a fair amount of rain off of the brush, so I didn’t have mine on. We were doing great until I hit a mud hole. Actually, the mud hole would probably have been OK; my ATV is pretty powerful and might have made it through if it wasn’t for a tree branch that was sticking out and refused to break when rammed with the ATV. So I got stuck in the mud. And in the process of trying to push a part of that branch out of my way, I got slapped with it as it snapped back, and slapped hard! The good news about being stuck is this time it happened right where Rick Wehlrey was working with Roger’s tractor, so thanks to that and Tom Prudhoe dragging my winch all the way out for me, I was towed free fairly quickly. (See photo I took while I was waiting for Rick to scoop out enough mud to get to me.) However, by the time I got back, went to lunch, dropped off

Before (top) and after (bottom). ATV and cleaned my horse’s stall, I was not having fun. Do you know it’s possible for the muscles that move your eye to spasm? Anyway, a trip to Urgent Care on the way home was definitely a good idea, and fortunately I only scratched my conjunctiva, not my cornea. It healed quickly. The funny part of it was that the next day I had to take my Aussie down to Cincy for eye surgery, so we were both buggered up. He was on eye drops, I was on eye drops. I had two washcloths laying on the sink so I could wash our eyes out each time I went into the bathroom. We were quite a pair! His eye healed even faster than mine, at least. Anyway, a few days later I stopped at Harbor Freight to buy safety glasses. I have yellow ones and clear ones now so I should be set. At least on that work day we got a lot done. Everything from the boat ramp to the north end, with the exception of from mile six to seven as that crew took a shortcut back; it was getting pretty late). There were quite a few trees down, as I’m sure no one would be surprised to hear. Especially ash trees, logically. For anyone coming to the Warren County State Ride this fall, please note that you must make reservations. There is a form to fill out on the main OHC website. Reservations are being handled through the club; we reserved the whole thing and then will assigns spots based on availability and length of rig. Warren County members may opt to camp in the group camp, as it is reserved for us as well (price is the same). The price is $46 for camping for the weekend; this is for both nights. Meals are catered and are $20 (under 6 free). If you plan to come to the dinner but not camp, please use the same form but just put a 0 or N/A under the camping part and fill out the

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meal part. If several people are wanting to camp together, please include that information also. We should have a great time! Thanks to Barb Pfantz for the before and after photos, taken on Green Up Day. Remember I’m always glad to get more photos. Happy riding! ~Mickie WAYNE This last month had beautiful weather for trail riding and our members made the most of it, riding many different trails and getting our horses in great shape for the longer rides and camp outs to come later this summer. The Tuesday rides at Mohican have been well attended with between nine and 12 riders in attendance at both the noon and evening rides. Remember, just because you can’t make it at noon, check our Facebook page even if you are a secondary member as you may find someone looking for a riding buddy in the evening. We had a new member join us with her beautiful little donkey. Welcome Luz Reiman. There was a lot of trail work done in May, not just by our members, but also the Forest Service. It was quite exciting! They were trimming trees with a helicopter and using the day riding parking area for staging. The horses were not impressed! Wayne County members Dave Smalley and Tom Bahl cleared trees with help from many other members. Holmes County had a work weekend at the end of the month which many of our members attended as secondary members. Thank you to everyone for all their hard work. If you haven’t had a chance to ride the entire Blue Trail yet, you will be pleasantly surprised at the reroutes. The Green and Orange trails received significant attention and work by Dave and Marline Smalley and Tom and Sharon Bahl. In all they took 69

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Our newest addition. Ernie Kaufman on Little Joe, Tuesday night ride. down 12 trees and cleaned up all the tree limbs across Lyons Falls and on past the platform. They also put up new signage that makes it much clearer where the equine trail is located. Just a heads up though, there have been a lot of bike trails built this spring and they cross over the Orange trails several times. Please be alert for mountain bikers and ride defensively. Lots of work was also done at Malabar Farms. Several large trees were taken off

the trails by Tom and Bahl Dave Smalley and at last report they were all clear. The club rode in the Wooster Memorial Day Parade this year. All the horses did well even with a fighter jet fly over. It was the first parade for Jody Jackson’s horse Cortez and Heather Kinney’s horse Gus. They did well and we hope they will ride again next year. It’s just not a parade without horses! As I write this article on June 4, it is National Trails Day. Results are still coming in but at last count ten riders have reported

Pam Miller on Pete, Wooster Memorial Day Parade. 53 miles ridden on four different trails today. I am sure more will come in over the next few days. Remember to count and report your miles annually. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources takes those miles seriously when allocating money and deciding who is actually using the trails. As we all know, the trails are getting more use and it isn’t just equine use, so we need to be good stewards of the resources and let our numbers be known. Happy Trails to You! ~Sue Baker

Wood County OHC WOOD In the days before I write this article a dear friend of our horse family lived the last precious moments of his life. Dave Recker will always be remembered in our family, especially around the camp fires he so loved and tended to. His warmth and laughter will live on in our hearts. Barb and Jerry, may you feel the love and hugs coming to you from all of us. ~Barb O.

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Horsemen's Corral July 2022

Articles inside

Ohio Horseman’s Council

Bulletin Board

Where Has the Time Gone?

Flatlanders Dressage & Combined Training Association, Inc

Western Dressage

The Cowboy Perserverance Ranch

Stretching Your Feed Budget

Ohio Paint Horse Club

Pure Gold Stables

Farrier Friendly

Hoosier Quarter Pony Association

View From the Cheap Seats

Knox County Horse Park

Premier Mount N Trail

Geauga Horse and Pony Association

Ohio Western Horse Association

Ride In Sync

Ohio Valley Team Penning Association

Wayne County Saddle Club

TrailMeister

Red, White and Boom

Ashland Paint and Plain Saddle Club