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Horses don’t make mistakes, but people do. When riding or working with horses and things don’t go as planned, most people want to blame the horse. Horses will only react in accordance to how they are trained by humans. If they are not trained properly or thoroughly, their own instincts take over. When that happens, we get reactions we don’t want or anticipate, and then we get upset with our horse. But here’s the thing, a horse can’t reason. When they shy at something or bolt from something, they don’t turn around and look at it and say “Gee that was dumb.” They react according to their instincts. The very best thing that we can do for our horses is gain their trust through good training, proper riding and understanding their instinctive reactions. Let me use an example to illustrate. I have been working with a rider for almost a year
Horses Don’t Make Mistakes
by Terry Myers
now who has a horse that would blow up in the show ring. The horse would get really nervous and scared at a horse show, even trying to kick other horses that passed him. During our lessons this rider learned how to change her riding and her reactions (no yanking and pulling) creating a scenario in which the horse could perform. As a result the horse became more confident that the rider was going to take care of him. As you might imagine, as the horse becomes more confident and obedient, the rider has also become more confident. So while the horse was originally misbehaving in the rider’s eyes, the horse was actually reacting to what he perceived as a stressful and intolerable situation. By changing the rider and the rider’s actions, we changed the horse’s reaction.
Here is another example; a rider who tends to have heavy hands asked their horse to lope.
The horse got nervous and started off in a gallop. The rider got mad, thinking this stupid horse isn’t listening to me and started jerking and ripping on the horse’s mouth. The horse threw up his head, hollowed out his back and went even faster. The rider then got even madder. Was the horse making a mistake? Absolutely not, he was just reacting to his instincts. The jerking on the reins which caused him to raise his head very high to try to avoid the pain in his mouth also caused him to stiffen his neck and hollow his back, which put him in a very uncomfortable position. This pain and discomfort generated the flight instinct, making the horse want to get away from the rider. In looking at this situation, it is easy to see who was making the mistake. The horse can’t reason, can’t tell himself that he doesn’t need to gallop when asked to lope. He can only react based on his instincts.
To correct situations where the horse is displaying undesirable behavior, you first have to understand things from the horse’s perspective. When I was young, riding meant kick to go and pull to whoa! Because we rode our horses so much, they eventually became desensitized (tired) and very calm. My real enlightening began when I was about 24 years old and I met a horseman by the name of Wayne Allen, whose mentorship over the course of many years changed my thinking (remember people can reason and change their behaviors). Fast forward 35 years, I now understand that to ride a horse properly, you use your entire body. Your hands and arms control from the withers forward. Your seat and legs control everything from the withers back to the tail.
Considering this, it is in every rider’s best interest to learn how to ride properly, to be able to control their horse’s entire body. When trying to change a horse’s
behavior (and their instinctive reactions) through training, it is always best to be sure that any behavior problems are not the result of physical problems. Routine vet, dental and chiropractic care are always necessary to ensure that there are no physical barriers which are contributing to any undesirable behaviors.
Learning to ride well takes time, effort and diligence. Think about someone who is a really good golfer or tennis player. They put consistent effort and practice into their sport. To ride well enough to earn your horse’s trust and confidence takes time, effort, a willingness to understand your horses instincts and a willingness to constantly learn how to improve yourself. I hope this article makes you stop and think about your horse and the fact that horses don’t make mistakes.
Questions about this or any of our articles can be emailed to us at myers5000@aol.com.
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’ Ride-InSync methods as well as clinic and training services available, visit www.tmtrainingcenter.com or on Facebook.
Ohio High School Rodeo Association
That’s a Wrap on the 2023-2024 Season
NATIONAL DIRECTOR, Nikki McCarty
PRESIDENT, Ryan Corzatt
VICE PRESIDENT, Brian Corsi
SECRETARY, Craig Houin
PHONE, 419/552-1646
WEBSITE, www.ohiohighschoolrodeo.org
That’s a wrap on the 2023-2024 OHSRA season! Congratulations to all our members for giving it their all at state finals! A special shoutout goes to Brooklyn Mills and Owen Gardner for winning the All Around titles this season, and to Caroline Rowe for being crowned the 2024-2025 OHSRA Queen!
We will be sending a team of students to Rock Springs, Wyo., to compete at the National High School Finals Rodeo July 14-20. The students representing team Ohio include Ella Binkiewicz, Hannah Boyes, Lily Brinkerhoff, Sophie Brinkerhoff, Kahlen Burns, Madi Corsi, Evan Corzatt, Mya Dimmerling, Owen
2023-2024 OHSRA Vice
President Kahlen Burns (right) and 2024-2025 OHSRA Vice President Hannah Boyes (left)
While I may not have been part of the OHSRA for as long as many others have, my three short years in this association have given me countless opportunities that I will forever be grateful for! From nobody knowing my name at the beginning of my sophomore year, to now ending my term serving as the vice president and writing monthly
articles for the Horsemen’s Corral my senior year, I owe a thank you to everyone who has helped me along my way! I would also like to thank my parents, and all of the other horse parents out there for allowing your child to continue chasing their dreams! With that being said, I will be passing the pen over to the newly elected Vice President Hannah Boyes. #2 Signing off, ~Kahlen Burns
Gordyville USA Under New Ownership
For 37 remarkable years, Gordyville USA had been the pride and joy of the Hannagan Family—a place where dreams were realized, friendships flourished, and memories were etched into the fabric of their lives. From its inception in 1988 by their visionary father, Gordy Hannagan, Gordyville evolved into a thriving hub of events, welcoming guests from all walks of life. It seems that everyone has a ‘Gordyville’ story!
Located at 2205 County Road 3000 N., Gifford, Illinois, Gordyville boasts 160,000 square feet of event space. It consists of two 100’x270’ arenas and room for 600 portable stalls all under one roof that is heated in the winter and has ventilation fans to keep things cool in the summer. It is also equipped with food concessions, a restaurant, wash racks, new
‘green’ lighting and 40 acres of parking, 100 RV hookups, and an outdoor arena.
On May 15, 2024, the torch was passed when the facility was sold to a group of investors who share the vision of maintaining and elevating Gordyville USA as a premier event center. Taking the lines as General Manager of the facility is Lisa Banga Graham of Watseka Illinois. Lisa is no stranger to the equine world; she brings a wealth of knowledge and connections with her as well as tremendous enthusiasm to build upon the foundation laid by the Hannagan family.
Without skipping a beat, the shows are rolling on at Gordyville USA—if you are looking for a location to house your show, sale or exhibition give them a call at 217/568-7117 or email gordyvilleusa@gmail.com.
Heartland Star Amber Marshall to Make First-Ever
US Event Appearance at 2024 Liberty Festival
The Liberty Festival brought to you by Cavallo Hoof Boots proudly announces that Amber Marshall, beloved star of the hit TV show Heartland, will be making her inaugural US event appearance at the 2024 Liberty Festival. The highly anticipated event will take place from Oct. 10-13 at the prestigious Kentucky Horse Park.
As one of the most recognizable faces in the equestrian world, Amber Marshall has captured the hearts of millions with her portrayal of Amy Fleming on Heartland. Her presence at the Liberty Festival promises to be a highlight for fans of the show
Northern Ohio Outlaws
PRESIDENT, Dwayne Joyner
VICE PRESIDENT, Tony Ruper
SECRETARY, Janessa Hill
TREASURER, Mark Maxwell
EMAIL, northernohiooutlawsinfo@ gmail.com
WEBSITE, www.nooutlaws.com
The Northern Ohio Outlaws honored those who have gone before us at the Riders in the Sky Memorial Shoot that was held at the Wayne County Fairgrounds on June 8 and 9.
Congratulations to our moveups from the weekend! Lisa Bushmire moved from a Ladies 1 to a Ladies 2; Cale Staver moved from a Men’s 1 to Men’s 2; Dawn Wojtowicz moved from
and equestrian enthusiasts alike.
“We are thrilled to welcome Amber Marshall to the Liberty Festival for her first-ever US event appearance,” said Dan James, Co-Founder of the Liberty Festival.
“Amber has inspired countless individuals and her dedication to promoting the bond between horses and humans aligns perfectly with the mission of the Liberty Festival.”
During her appearance at the Liberty Festival, Amber
Marshall will participate in arena demonstrations, join other headlining clinicians for the event signature RealTalk Round Table, host an exclusive Q&A session with VIP guests and more. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with the Heartland star, hear her insights on horsemanship, and gain inspiration from her experiences on and off-screen.
In addition to Amber Marshall’s appearance, the 2024 Liberty
Honoring Our Friends
a Sr. Ladies 3 to a Sr. Ladies 4; Audrey McHugh moved from a Ladies 3 to a Ladies 4.
Congratulations to all the winners from the weekend.
Alena Soehnlen, SL6 Tammy Angeletti, SM2 Steve Tschiegg, SM3 Greg Bryan, SM4 Robert Koniak, SM6 Ronald Kiko
WRANGLER: Arden Sloan
WRANGLER OPEN: Sophia Richards
SUNDAY WINNERS
OVERALL: Jordan Heald
RESERVE OVERALL: Tye Alleshouse
CLASS WINNERS: L1 Kirra Hoisington, L2 Bree Gartlemann, L3 Christy
Pellegrino, L4 Marcella Gruchalak, L5 Sonya Morse, L6 Janessa Hill, M1 Abraham Brubeck, M2 Travis Gibson, M3 Jordan Heald, M4 Jordan Tschiegg, M5 Ralphie Soehnlen, M6 John Roach, SL2 Diana Bernhardt, SL3 Anjanelle Hennebert, SL4 Sue Wolski, SL5 Nola Haupert-Keill, SL6 Tammy Angeletti, SM2 Steve Tschiegg, SM3 Greg Bryan, SM4 Robert Koniak, SM6 Ron Kiko
WRANGLER: Kamille Huff
WRANGLER OPEN: Braelyn Ringer.
Our next shoot is the Kiko Meats Ohio State Championship. Wrangler Ground Shooting, Rifle and Shotgun will be held on Friday, July 5, while Calvary and a four-stage main match will be held on Saturday, July 6. State shoot awards will be presented Saturday night. Sunday will be a double point four stage main match. Come out and see us at the Wayne County Fairgrounds in Wooster, Ohio!
Festival will feature a diverse lineup of international clinicians, educational demonstrations, the ILHA Championship Show, exciting entertainment for horse enthusiasts of all levels and a night show produced by Double Dan Horsemanship and Ben Atkinson Action Horses.
Tickets for the 2024 Liberty Festival are now available for purchase on the event website. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to meet Amber Marshall and experience the magic of the Liberty Festival firsthand!
For more information and to secure your tickets, visit www. libertyfestival.com.
Check out our website at nooutlaws.com for more information about our club or check out our Facebook page at Northern Ohio Outlaws CMSA.
Hope to see you all soon!
John Roach, Overall Cowboy on Saturday.
PRESIDENT, Tim Calvin
Mid-Ohio Marauders Save the Alamo May Shoots
VICE PRESIDENT, Missy DeForest
SECRETARY, Judy Foster
TREASURER, Laurie Maris
PHONE, 740/206-7214
EMAIL, midohiomarauders@gmail.com
WEBSITE, www.midohiomarauders.com
by Steve Keech
A friendly, safety reminder, to try to prevent any incidents that result in serious injury to both riders and horses as a result of poor arena etiquette, please abide by smart arena etiquette and help the less experienced riders learn the rules of the arena.
SAVE THE ALAMO I SATURDAY RESULTS
LIMITED WRANGLER, Laeken Jester
OPEN WRANGLER, Adalyn Adams
LIMITED RIFLE, Missy DeForest
OPEN RIFLE, David Mitchell
LIMITED SHOTGUN, Amanda Rinz
OPEN SHOTGUN, Kelle Winkle
RES. SENIOR COWGIRL, Tammy Martin
RES. SENIOR COWBOY, Steve Keech
RES. COWBOY, Terry Martin
RES. COWGIRL, Joyce Nelson
OVERALL COWGIRL, Kelle Winkle
OVERALL OVERALL, Bill Adams
SAVE THE ALAMO II SUNDAY RESULTS
LIMITED WRANGLER, Laeken Jester
OPEN WRANGLER, Hope Killey
RES. SENIOR COWGIRL, Marcy Luttrell
RES. COWBOY, JD Hughes
RES. COWGIRL, Joyce Nelson
OVERALL COWBOY, David Mitchell
OVERALL OVERALL, Chrissy Ramsey
We also celebrated some move ups. Congratulations to Raygan Kerns from L1 to L2, Chuck Cline from SM1 to SM2, and Kelle Winkle from L5 to L6! Look for the move-up dances on social media.
Check out the CMSA website for complete results, https:// cmsaevents.com/events/event.ph p?id=13342&show=points&gro up=Revolver&type=Overall
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!
JULY 26-28: Ohio State Fair Shoot at Ohio Expo Center
AUG. 23-25: Club Shoot at Madison Co.
SEPT. 20-22: Club Shoot at Madison Co.
COMMON SENSE RIDING
David Mitchell, Chrissy Ramsey, and JD Hughes.
Kelle Winkle, Terry Martin, and Joyce Nelson.
Wranglers
OWHA Youth Accomplishing Goals
PRESIDENT, Jonda Cole
VICE PRESIDENTS, Marc Beck, Cinda Bame SECRETARY, Jenna Duvall
TREASURER, Eric Haudenschield WEBSITE, www.owha.org
Hello Corral readers and Happy 4th of July! Summer is flying by and show season is in full swing. We hope everyone is having some great rides and making endless memories. OWHA has had several shows in June with great turnouts. We are so excited seeing new faces. And of course, old faces too. Showbills and dates can be found on Facebook! Please like and follow us to keep up-to-date.
Our adult club news is a little on the lighter side as most things have been finalized. OWHA Board members continue to work on our final show of the year, The Annual Fall Round up. We hope to make it a great one!
OWHA Youth are once again out there accomplishing goals.
The OWHA Youth kicked of our show season with the first contesting show on May 25. We had several Youth that stepped out of their comfort zone to announce at the show. They did a great job learning how to call a horse show, speak clearly and keep a show moving. A big thank you to all those who helped to make the first show a success. We were blessed with some great weather. The Youth club uses the funds made at the horse show for awards at the Youth Team Tournament in September.
And our Youth’s goal is to give out lots of awards! Also, during the month of June many of our Youth have competed to qualify for the Ohio State 4-H Horse show in July. They have to meet qualifying times in four events including barrels, poles, stakes and keyhole. Congratulations to those who have qualified. We wish you all good luck!
OWHA would like to take a minute to hold up some of our fellow horse-community members in our thoughts and prayers. On June 8 any horse owner’s worse nightmare came true for Brant Performance Horses and Priest Performance Horses. They experienced a devastating barn fire. This large boarding and training barn was home to some of the best reining horses in the industry today. But this barn also held a little 8 year old girls first pony and a 16 year old’s best friend who is helping her reach her dreams. Unfortunately, on that day approximately 70 to 80 horses perished leaving many owners with just their memories. Hearing the stories is absolutely gut wrenching, but there was a glimmer of hope that day. The hope that humanity and community strength is strong, especially in the horsecommunity. OWHA will continue to pray for them as they begin to heal and rebuild.
As always, feel free to contact our OWHA Board members for any information and questions. If you would like to help our OWHA Youth Club by sponsoring some awards for our annual Youth Team Tournament, please feel free to reach out to our Youth Advisor Ashley Haundenschield.
Michigan Trail Riders Association August Family Ride
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The Michigan Trail Riders Association (MTRA) family ride is being held at Scheck’s Trail Camp, 6069 Brown Bridge Road, Traverse City, Mich., with a camp to camp ride to Rapid River Trail Camp in Kalkaska on the last two days. The family ride is a five day nontrophy ride with layover days. Campers can participate for the entire ride or just schedule what days are convenient for them. This is a great ride for beginners and families with kids of all ages. This camping experience is for everyone, so we encourage you to bring your children, teens and grandparents. We will have activities including canoes,
tubing, kayaking, fishing, swimming and games. You must be a member to participate.
Family membership is $35 for individual or the whole family and $30 for seniors. If you register for this ride by mail, our camping fees are $14 per day. When you register early you save money, after July 23, the camping fees increase by $1. All kids under 18 participate for free. Mtra.org online prices include Pay Pal and Stripe service fees.
To family’s with kids, the MTRA is offering a Virtual Youth Activity Challenge that kids can participate in from June to August. Kids can win prizes and
gain knowledge of how to tack, maintain, ride and compete with their horses, or horses in their family circle. This challenge is free with membership. For more information log onto mtra.org and look for Youth Activities.
The Michigan Trail Riders Association became official in 1964 with a group of fun loving people who had the passion to ride long distances and eventually cross the state of Michigan on horse back. In association with other groups and state officials we have developed a trail and camp system across the state from Empire to Oscoda and from Cheboygan to Hopkins Creek near Cadillac. The MTRA has always been blessed with active, working members, whose efforts are responsible for the perpetuation of the priceless gift of the Michigan Shore-to-Shore Riding and Hiking Trail. This year we had a surprising amount of tree fall to clear to keep the trails and camps safe and beautiful for our riders thanks to our a devoted membership.
As a non-profit corporation, the MTRA is financed through membership, trail ride fees
and fundraisers. All money which is not used to sponsor the many yearly organized rides is earmarked for camp and trail projects. In addition, governmental funds, such as grants may be available. Twice yearly in spring and late summer, a work bee is held so that all members can contribute their labor and use of their equipment to help build, or repair camps and trails.
Families from all over Michigan, and from other states, especially Ohio, Indiana and Illinois, and from Canada, have joined the MTRA. They come from all walks of life but they share an interest in horses and the out-of-doors.
The MTRA Board of Directors organizes several rides a year. Riding is limited to MTRA members. Detailed information about each ride is sent to every active membership in the MTRA newsletter. For more information and to sign up for the August Family Ride, go to mtra.org. We have printable mail-in forms available as well as online signup section at our MTRA Store. See you there!
The Equine Specialty Hospital provides advanced diagnostic, sports medicine, and surgical services for horses, mules, and donkeys of all breeds and disciplines. Board-certified surgeons provide care by appointment or emergency admission. The hospital is staffed 24 hours a day, allowing continuous monitoring of critically ill patients. You may have your veterinarian call and refer your horse, but a referral is not required for elective or emergency services.
Diagnostic Services
• Lameness diagnosis
• Digital X-Ray
• Digital Ultrasound
• MRI
• Nuclear Scintigraphy
• Videoendoscopy
• Dynamic Endoscopy
• Gastroscopy
• Myelography
Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Center
• Cold Compression Therapy
• Therapeutic Laser
• Shockwave Therapy
• Platelet Rich Plasma
• IRAP
• Stem Cells
Medical Services
• Neonatal & Adult ICU
• Neurologic Evaluations
• Ophthalmic Evaluations
• Respiratory Evaluations
• Perinatal Care for High Risk Pregnancies
Surgical Services
• Laparoscopic Surgery
• Arthroscopic Surgery
• Fracture Repair
• Colic Surgery
• Soft Tissue Surgery
• Laser Surgery
—Uterine Cysts
—Upper Airwave
—Skin Tumors
• Dental/Sinus Surgery
Other Services
• Podiatry Center
• Isolation Facility for contagious diseases
• Fully padded stall with dynamic sling support
Neonatal ICU
Colic Surgery
Arthroscopy
Adult ICU
Sling Support
Digital Ultrasound
Summer Jam and Buckeye Bonanza Bash Scheduled in July
PRESIDENT, Tim Snapp
VICE PRESIDENT, Tim Dawson
TREASURER, Jill Davis
SECRETARY, Heather Collins
WEBSITE, www.ophc.org
by Jill Davis
Thank you to all who attended the Buckeye Extravaganza APHA and All Breed Open Show mid May in Wauseon. It was a smaller show, but the weather was amazing, the horses were great, and we all had a wonderful time! It was unfortunate the fairgrounds was only available the same weekend as our Pinto friend’s show, but hopefully we won’t have that issue next year. Congratulations to our weekend high point and reserve high point winners! Special thank you to our APHA judges: Tim Jedra, April Devitt, Tammy Branham, and Chris Arnold, you were so wonderful to work with. A huge shout
out to Heather Collins Nugent, Jill Davis, and Fred Borer for helping to run the show, your help was appreciated greatly. Our show staff were awesome: show secretary Ashley DeLong (amazing idea getting the scribe sheets online!) and announcer
Lauren Lucas. Thank you to Eye Of The Horse Photography LLC—photos by Jadine Bruner for once again doing an amazing job. We were so happy that The Barnyard Subs and Pizza joined us for some delicious food. And we had Custom Conchos and Tack LLC with us again with their great selection of items for us to shop. Thank you to Bill and Tammy Meeks for hand-making
and delivering the beautiful buckle shelves that we used for our High Point awards, you made some winners really happy. And our scribes/volunteers: thank you for being so organized, on time, and prepared, you helped make everything run smoothly: Kaitlyn Gagnon, Jamie Marion, Leslie Ternes-Watson, Sheri Bowker, Mark Peterson, Jen Peterson, Justin Russell, Cat McAvena, Liz Long, and Raymond Weston (thank you Raymond for being such a trooper and helping to deliver all of the shavings to their stalls on Friday). High Points and class results are online at ophc.org.
We also held an OPHC Trail Ride on May 31-June 2. Thank you for joining us! Our Ride Ohio Chairperson, Elaine Fry Bennett held the camp and ride at Alum Creek in Delaware, Ohio. There was pizza on Friday night, Saturday and Sunday morning breakfast potlucks, and Saturday night potluck with the OPHC furnishing the meat. Rides were scheduled at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday for a group ride or ride on your own, and again 2 p.m. on Saturday. Another OPHC Trail Ride is scheduled for Oct. 1113 at Mohican State Forest. See the ophc.org website for more information!
Our next two OPHC shows are in July, get your RSVPs in now at ophc.org! The Summer
Jam and All Breed Open Show is July 13-14 in Wooster, Ohio, (two judge split/combined) with double OPHC state points. Next will be the Buckeye Bonanza Bash July 27-28 in Wilmington, Ohio, at the beautiful World Equestrian Center (four judge Paint-ORama). The Bonanza Show is also part of the Midwest Connection Series, with double series points. The Midwest Connection Series points include the Indiana PHC Early Bird Paint-O-Rama show from April, the Great 8 ZoneO-Rama from May, and the Michigan PHC Back to Memorial Day Paint-O-Rama. You are all doing amazing! The Ohio PHC Bonanza show will be the final show of the Midwest Connection Series. Point standings are available online. There will also be $10,000 APHA Chrome Cash
As they say, the dog days of summer are upon us. Ohio Pinto would like to congratulate all of its members who showed at the Pinto World Championship Show in June. By the time you’re reading this that trip will be but a memory.
Ohio Pinto’s May show was held at the University of Findlay Western Farm, this show was well attended and the additional classes on Friday seem to help with the overall flow of the horse show.
High points from the show were:
OPEN COLOR HORSE: The Mac Daddy
OPEN SOLID HORSE: When Im Good And Sleepy
OPEN COLOR PONY/MINI: Designer
Once a Royal
OPEN SOLID MINI: R Bar CS Skydance
JR. AMATEUR COLOR: Elianna
Fonseca and Southerngentleman
SR. AMATEUR COLOR: Jill Bryant and Invite Me Im Famous
ELITE AMATEUR COLOR: Lori
Hartman and Cowboy By Design
AMATEUR SOLID HORSE: Katie
Gingerich and DWR Suddenly Fever
AMATEUR COLOR WALK
TROT: Shelby Parker and Adventureisoutthere
AMATEUR SOLID WALK TROT: Doug Wilifred and Youre Mya Fantasy
AMATEUR PONY/MINI: Nicole
McKenzie and Designer Once A Royal YOUTH 13 AND UNDER: Rozlyn Fonzeca and Ima Perfect Gentleman
YOUTH 14-18 COLOR: Karley Eager and Best of a Gentleman
YOUTH SOLID 18 AND UNDER:
Emma TIngley and Scotch And Chocolate
YOUTH COLOR WALK TROT 10 AND UNDER: Mihaela Petric and Sippinsomethingstrong
YOUTH SOLID WALK TROT 10 AND UNDER: Bella Dillinger and Miss Flamboyant
YOUTH COLOR WALK TROT 11-18: Teagan Ulrich and Zippos Colored
Money
YOUTH SOLID WALK TROT 11-18:
Lucie Dove Gondor and A Touch Chexy
YOUTH PONY MINI: Scott McKenzie and Designer Once A Royal
Congratulations to all of the High Point winners as well as all of our exhibitors at the show. Future show dates and location are listed below. All of our shows for 2024 will have four judges except for Jubilee and that is three. New this year we are partnering with Tri-State Pinto over the Labor Day holiday to offer four exciting days of showing at the Champion Center. For more information on this show see both clubs websites and Facebook pages. We look forward to seeing everyone at an upcoming show.
JULY 26-28: Lots O’ Spots, University of Findlay Western Farm, Findlay, Ohio
Premier Mount N Trail
AUG. 3-4: East Central Area Jubilee, Henry County Fairgrounds, New Castle, Ind. SEPT. 1-2: Summer Sizzler, Champion Center, Springfield, Ohio
OCT. 18-20: Fall Wind Up, Garwood Arena, Columbiana, Ohio
The Pinto Horse Association of Ohio would like to thank our many sponsors who help make things run smoothly at the shows. As always please feel free to contact one of the officers or directors with any questions. For the most current information and forms please see our website at www.ohiopinto.net or our Facebook page: PtHAO-Pinto Horse Association of Ohio.
A Fundraiser Show You Won’t Want to Miss!
PRESIDENT, Kelly Chapman
VICE PRESIDENT, Stephanie Tarr
SECRETARY, Justin Miller
TREASURER, Susan Croft
EMAIL, premiermountntrail@gmail.com
WEBSITE, www.premiermountntrail.com
by Carly Amon
With show season beginning to pick up for the summer, why not try some unique trail obstacles with your equine companion?
Come on down to Kal-Val Saddle Club in Michigan on July 28 for the Premier Mount N Trail Fundraiser Show!
With both in-hand and riding classes for all ages and skill levels, there’s a guaranteed chance for fun.
As if the show wasn’t already exciting enough, there will be plenty of raffle baskets to try your luck on, along with free hot dogs provided by Premier Mount N Trail! I can promise you won’t want to miss out on this oneof-a-kind showing experience. Registration closes on Saturday, July 27 at 6 p.m. For registration information and more, visit premiermountaintrail.com
Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros
Congratulations to a Very Special Couple
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
I am writing this article about Sylvio Pellegrino and Christy Burdick a very special couple and members of the Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros. They have been members of the club for several years. Sylvio is a Mens Level 2 and Christy is a Ladies Level 3.
On Saturday, June 1, Sylvio Pellegrino and Christy Burdick were united as one at 5:30 p.m. at the Ashtabula County Fairgrounds. Before the start of the wedding they put on a fun shoot, when it ended around 3 p.m., they got ready for the special event! They rode in on horseback.
Sylvio came in on one end of the arena and Christy was led in by her father and came in on the other end and met in the middle. Their parents and children were sitting in the middle of the arena waiting on the couple to come in. The minister was on horseback also waiting for the couple. It was a beautiful day for the wedding. The music they picked was great and the final wedding song brought tears to everyone’s eyes. Sylvio and Christy are so much in love with each other. Some of their family came in from West Virginia. All their family and friends came to see this wonderful couple come together as one. The food was fantastic. They had a pig roast with all the trimming, everything was delicious. On Sunday they had fun and games on horseback despite the rain. Everyone had fun!
Our second event is July 20 and 21, and our August event is Aug. 17 and 18. We are hoping we have a nice turn out and the weather is good with no rain. Competitors can get signed up for the July events through
CMSA and you can even sign up for the August event in July. Our meetings are always the first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. Anyone interested in coming are more than welcome to come to see what we are all about. Visit our web page, lakeeriemountedvaqueros.net, and you will see where the meetings are going to be held. Feel free to call me at 330/7193290 for any information regarding our club or about cowboy mounted shooting.
Thank you to Mike and Jessica Sheets for hosting our June meeting.
Special thanks to our sponsors: Big Dee’s Vet and Tack Supply, CMSA, Lonesome Pine Ammo and Curly’s Ammo, The Horsemen’s Corral, Stagecoach West, Park Side Trailer Sales and Services, Inc., Siracki Realty, Altmeyer’s Trailer Sales, Wendy Shaffer, MMCP, Agile Equine Bodywork, Junction Buick GMC, Kiko Meats, and Jefferson Milling.
Sylvio Pellegrino and Christy Burdick
Knox County Horse Park
PRESIDENT, Donny Cline
VICE PRESIDENTS, Travis Ross and Claude Robinson
TREASURER, Pam Niner
SECRETARY, Madisyn Weekley
CONTACT, KCHP.mtv.ohio@gmail.com
FACEBOOK, Knox County Horse Park Inc
Hello, May wasn’t a good month for our show we had scheduled and had to cancel, but we did get the June 1 show in. The weather was good and the turnout was great. The pleasure class has grown to be competitive and fun for the contestants. The contesting contestants are still carrying the show with barrels, poles, stakes, keyhole and flags. We had a lot of new faces this year and the bleachers were filled with people. June 15 is the next show with pleasure classes starting at 10 a.m. and contesting at 1 p.m. We supported our local community in the Memorial Day Parade with four rides. Donny, Durke, Anna, Desiree and Rannay and Damon handed out flyers.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
I would like to thank the following Gold sponsors: Bev Miller, Angel Gamble, Cathy Foster, Countryside Veterinary Center, Custom Cutters, Dave and Debbie Smith, Gamble Mobile Horseshoeing, Roberts family, Twin Oak Trucking, Truss Trucking, Travis and Sue Ross, Rockwell Construction, Red Maple Farm, Michigan Mud Control, Healthy Center Massage Therapy and Acupuncture, and Dreamcatchers 4-H club. Thank you also to our Silver sponsors: Sara Hall, P.E.L.I.A., Knox County Ohio Horsemen Council, Memory of Purdy Stable, Donny and Rannay Cline, Car-Bon Farm, Becky Payne with Red One Realty. And thank you to our
Bronze sponsors: Judy Roberts, Karen Abram, Pullin Law Firm, Lexi Snyder, Scarlet Acres, Lisa Desjardins and Knox County Draft Horse and Pony 4-H. Without these fine people/ sponsors we couldn’t have a show. People don’t realize how
much it takes to put on a show—a person running the gate, handing out ribbons, and leading horses that aren’t going into the arena. ~Donny
The Summer Bash and Obstacle Challenge was a great time for everyone that attended! Saturday evening was dinner, the awards from the Obstacle Challenge, and the live band for entertainment. Everyone had a wonderful time in the obstacle challenge. The obstacles were challenging, yet not too challenging! There were many people who participated and many ribbons that were given out. The live band was great playing old and new tunes for the dancing crowd.
Thank you to the crew who prepared all the meals, the food was wonderful! The chicken was nice and juicy, the meatballs were yummy, as were all the side dishes. Most people were back
in line for seconds before they went to the dessert table. There was a huge variety of pies to choose from for dessert, I think everyone’s favorite had to be on the dessert table. A huge thank you to everyone who assisted the crew with serving the food, doing dishes and the support you gave to the event planners. All the meals were wonderful!
Tri-County has a few more fun events scheduled for this year. If you pre-register you can reserve a lot of your choice! The Ox Roast and Raffle is coming up soon. August is right around the corner! You can pre-register using the form that is in the Corral! The big raffle is also that weekend and a live band for entertainment. Make sure to buy your tickets and get entered to win cash prizes! After the Ox Roast, in September we have our annual Fall Ride, and in October we have our annual Halloween event. Pre-registration for all these events is available!
We here at Tri-Co are looking forward to seeing everyone at one of our annual events. Happy trails!
TrailMeister
Prep Your Tech Before You Go Riding
by Robert Eversole
Whether it’s a cell phone, satellite messenger, or GPS device, modern technology is ubiquitous in all our endeavors. Whether you’re a seasoned equestrian or a beginner, preparing your tech for a trail-riding adventure is crucial for a safe and enjoyable experience. Trail riding offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature, bond with our equine companions, and explore breathtaking landscapes. To make the most of your ride and be well-prepared for any unexpected challenges, here are some valuable tips to ensure your devices are ready before you saddle up:
1. Verify Your Riding Route and Plan Ahead: Before embarking on your horse-riding journey, it’s essential to verify your riding route. While some riders may prefer well-known trails, others might seek the thrill of discovering new paths. In either case, checking with experienced riders, local equestrian clubs, websites (such as www.TrailMeister.com), and land managers covering the area to get accurate trail information, riding regulations, and potential hazards is crucial. Understanding the terrain and conditions will help you plan accordingly and ensure a safe ride.
2. Utilize Multiple Sources of Information: Trail apps can be valuable tools, offering trail maps and community reviews. However, it’s
essential to remember that not all trails are equally well-documented. To ensure accuracy and a comprehensive understanding of the riding route, cross-reference app data with local experts, fellow riders, or reliable sources, such as www.TrailMeister.com. Speaking with those familiar with the area can provide valuable insights and enhance your riding experience.
3. Download Maps Offline: As any experienced rider knows, venturing into rural or remote areas means you might lose cell service. To stay on track during your ride, download offline maps or use dedicated riding trail apps that offer offline access. With offline maps readily available, you can confidently navigate the trails without an internet connection, ensuring you stay on course and avoid getting lost. Be sure to carry hard copies of your trail maps in case your phone battery dies.
4. Carry a Personal Locator Beacon: While horse riding can be a fantastic adventure, it’s essential to prioritize safety. Always inform someone you trust about your horse riding plans, including your intended route and estimated return time. In case of emergencies, consider investing in a personal locator beacon (PLB). A PLB is a compact and lightweight device that, when activated, sends a distress signal with your GPS coordinates, enabling rescue services to locate you quickly. It can be a lifesaver in remote riding areas where cell reception might be scarce.
5. Preserve Battery Life: GPS tracking your riding route can rapidly drain your phone’s battery. Bring a portable power bank to keep your devices charged throughout the ride to avoid being stranded without communication or navigation capabilities. Additionally, consider adjusting your phone settings, such as dimming the screen and closing unnecessary background apps, to conserve battery power.
6. Protect Your Device: Don’t carry a naked phone! Like any outdoor activity, horse riding can be unpredictable, and accidents can happen. Invest in a sturdy and shockproof phone case to safeguard your phone from potential damage due to falls or impacts. Pick a case designed for rugged outdoor use to ensure maximum impact and water protection for your device during the ride.
By taking these precautions and having your tech well-prepared, you can focus on the joy of trail riding and immerse yourself in the beauty of the natural world. Remember, the key to a successful and memorable horse-riding experience lies in being prepared and staying safe, allowing you to forge cherished memories with your equine partner and love your time in the saddle. Happy riding!
For more practical information on trail riding and camping with horses and the world’s largest and most accurate guide to horse trails and camps, visit us at www.TrailMeister.com.
For more information on trail riding and horse camping, please visit us at www.TrailMeister. com. TrailMeister is the world’s most extensive guide to horse trails and camps and a resource for information to keep your rides enjoyable and safe. The best-selling book “The ABCs of Trail Riding and Horse Camping” features 180 more topics for the active or aspiring trail rider. From how to train your horse for the trail to how to use that GPS. Get your copy on Amazon.
Buckeye Equestrian Association
Donating Books to Akron Children’s Hospital
PRESIDENT, Patricia Andio
VICE PRESIDENT, Susan Smith-Gordan
SECRETARY, Jennifer Milliner
TREASURER, Sally Kish
FACEBOOK, Buckeye Equestrian Association
by Sally Kish
Members of Buckeye Equestrian Association paid a visit to Akron Children’s Hospital Oncology and Hematology wing. One hundred children’s books were donated in loving tribute to Brenda Powell. Brenda is the cherished daughter
of our own, Besty Brown. Brenda was a beloved nurse and Child Life Specialist at the lovely facility. Brenda’s legacy of extreme love, compassion and caring lives on within these walls.
The books are written by two beloved local authors and feature, of course, horses! Queen Dolly, penned by Jeri Close is an uplifting and inspiration story of a beautiful paint mare who is blind in both eyes. My Sunshine Space is a brilliant, interactive book authored by Mariellen Rich. Mariellen also donated several of her books in Spanish and she donated $1 of each book sold to our cherished Camelot Center in Southington, Ohio.
Geauga Horse and Pony Association
Register for GHPA Shows is Easier Than Ever
PRESIDENT, Lisa Formica
1st VICE PRESIDENT, Rachel Formica
2nd VICE PRESIDENT, Dustin Sutter
TREASURER, Shauna Gingrich
SECRETARY, Kelli Burns
WEBSITE, www.ghpa.us
by Hannah Muellner and Nancy Burroughs
Our first open horse shows were held on Sunday, May 26, and June 16, and our Friday Night Lights Contesting shows were on May 31 and June 14. Both were a tremendous success and we saw many familiar faces as well as some new participants too! We still have two more open shows (July 14, and Aug. 11) and two more contesting shows (July 19, and Aug. 16) all of which take place at the Geauga County Fairgrounds, 4373 N. Cheshire Street, Burton, Ohio 44021. Registering for our shows is easier than ever! This year, we are using a brand-new software program created by Show Pro called ‘Horseshowing.com’. We are sure that many of you have already used it at some of the bigger shows, and once you get familiar with it, it is easier and quicker than ever! You can
register for a class up until two classes before the one you want to enter. To view show details, simply go to our website, ghpa. us, and click on the link to sign up for classes! Making changes to your classes and viewing results is also now just a few taps away, because with Horseshowing. com, you can do all this just from your phone!
We just completed a huge GHPA barn repair project. Over the winter, many groundhogs had burrowed into and under the floor and footing in the stalls, and so on June 8, a very diligent group of members and the Board of Directors, used heavy equipment as well as a lot of manual labor to dig out all of the stalls, expose the tunnels, fill them with over 70 tons of
an aggregate, tamp it down and level all of the floors. Even the main aisle was fixed and leveled! I’m sure we had a lot of helpers with sore muscles the next day, but we are so grateful for your help. The barn looks beautiful and is ready for the rest of our show season!
We also had an amazing turnout of helpful volunteers for our annual spring cleanup day in May. We still need your help at the shows though. Members can check the website for many more volunteer opportunities throughout the season!
We send out a special thanks to GHPA’s Grounds chair, Dustin Sutter for doing so much work on the show ring. A little bird told us you spent in excess of 30 hours getting this just perfect, including spreading and leveling three huge trucks of sand that Arms Trucking donated to us. It is beautiful and the horses are so appreciative...thank you!
Also, a huge thank you to the University of Findlay, The Ohio
State ATI, and The Ohio State College of Veterinary Medicine. Our youth group members had the opportunity to learn about the many programs offered by Ohio schools in agriculture, equine, and veterinary fields.
Did you know many of our programs are made possible by the generous support of Big Dee’s and Schneiders Saddlery? GHPA currently participates in Big Dee’s Bonus Bucks program. When you check out, just mention that you belong to GHPA and Big Dee’s will set aside 5 percent of your purchase price for items for the club. Likewise, when you shop at Schneider’s, be sure to show your GHPA membership card for a discount on most items. We just cannot thank them enough. Both have retail stores just minutes from Burton for all your showing needs.
Dustin, Rachel, Lisa and Anthony were just a few of the hard working members who helped!
Three piles of this is what 70 tons looks like! We used all of it!
Anthony is so skillful in operating this machine. Wow, thank you!
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 2024
JULY 3 — Fredericktown Western Saddle Club Wednesday Night Fun Show, 17367 Waterford Rd., Fredericktown, OH. FMI: Sara Hall, 419-566-4783
JULY 5-6 — Ohio Foundation Quarter Horse Association Ranch Horse Series, Guernsey County Fairgrounds, 335 Old National Rd., Lore City, OH. FMI: 740-877-7993, ofqhashows@gmail.com, ohfqha.com
JULY 5-7 — Northern Ohio Outlaws Ohio State Shoot, Wayne County Fairgrounds, Wooster, OH. FMI: www. northernohiooutlaws.com
JULY 5-7 — Miami County Horse Association 5 Rides To The Prize, Miami County Fairgrounds, Troy, OH. FMI: miamicountyhorseassociation@gmail.com, https://www.facebook.com/MCHA4H
JULY 6 — Preble County OHC Speed & Fun Show Series, 10 a.m., Hueston Woods State Park Horseman’s Camp Arena, Morning Sun, OH. FMI: Becky Clifton, 937-417-4359, www.facebook.com/groups/pcohc
JULY 6 — Ohio Foundation Quarter Horse Association Ranch Horse Show, 9 a.m., Guernsey County Fairgrounds, 335 Old National Road, Lore City, OH. FMI: Donnie Uffner, 740-877-7993, www.ohfqha.com
JULY 6 — Ruggles Arena Speed Show, 2651 Township Road 155, Cardington, OH. FMI: Gary Ruggles, 419-210-6952
JULY 6 — Lawrence County Horseman’s Association Show, 475 Commerce Drive, Ironton, OH. FMI: Laura, 304-360-0013
JULY 6 — Harry Hughes Speed Series, Harry Hughes Youth Equestrian Center, 5563 Waterville-Swanton Rd., Swanton, OH. FMI: Brandy Dotson, 419-764-6359
JULY 6 — West KY Jackpot Saddle Series, 201 Dalton Rd., Fredonia, KY. FMI: 270-871-9957
JULY 6-7 — Ashland Paint & Plain Saddle Club Show, Ashland County Fairgrounds, 2042 Claremont Ave., Ashland, OH. FMI: 419-632-1533, www. ashlandpaintandplain.com
JULY 6-7 — 2024 Northwest Ohio Driving Circuit Show, Fulton County Fairgrounds, 8514 OH-108, Wauseon, OH. FMI: Emily Wolery, 419-656-0050
JULY 7 — Open Ranch Series, Creek Side Horse Park, 7369 Mottice Drive SE, Waynesburg, OH. FMI: Kerry Elliott, 330806-2860, https://www.facebook.com/ profile.php?id=61556370703144
JULY 7 — Bath Pony Club Cross Country Schooling Show, 5-7 p.m., 151 Remsen Rd., Medina, OH. FMI: deanna13@sssnet.com
JULY 10 — Fredericktown Western Saddle Club Wednesday Night Fun Show, 17367 Waterford Rd., Fredericktown, OH. FMI: Sara Hall, 419-566-4783
JULY 10 — Wabash Valley Horsemen’s Association Speed Show, Vigo County Fairgrounds, 3901 S US Hwy. 41, Terre Haute, IN. FMI: Lori Dowers, 812-243-3819
JULY 11 — Tri State Boot & Saddle Club Exhibition & Jackpot (Barrels & Poles), 6 p.m., 14930 Old Lincoln Highway, East Liverpool, OH. FMI: Facebook: Tri-State Boot and Saddle Club
JULY 11-14 — Michigan Reining Horse Association Liberty Derby, Midland County Fairgrounds, 6905 Eastman Ave., Midland, MI. FMI: reiningmichigan@gmail.com, www.mrha.org
JULY 12 — Wayne County Saddle Club Friday Night Buckle Series, 4200 Overton Rd., Wooster, OH. FMI: Leanne Louive, 330844-4041, waynecountysaddleclub.com
JULY 12-14 — Tri-County Trail Association Vaughan’s Ride & Poker Run, 2662 Downing Street SW, East Sparta, OH. FMI: www.tri-cotrails.com
JULY 12-14 — Central Ohio Reining Horse Assoc. Patriotic Series, University of Findlay, 14700 US Rt. 68, Findlay, OH. FMI: 740-8377441, http://centralohioreining.com
JULY 12-14 — Lyons Legacy Equestrian Academy 3-Day Riding Clinic, Hardy Farms, 7215 N. Latson Rd., Howell, MI. FMI: Jolene, 810-569-4640, info@hardysfarm.com
JULY 13 — Massillon Saddle Club Jackpot Show, 1 p.m., 12680 Sally St. SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: Ty, 330-309-7229
JULY 13 — Wayne County Saddle Club Open Pleasure Show, 10:30 a.m., 4200 Overton Rd., Wooster, OH. FMI: Angela Bonewitz, 330-465-8386, www. waynecountysaddleclub.com
JULY 13 — Ohio Horseman’s Council Ashtabula Chapter Gaming Buckle Series, Pierpont Fire Hall, 6006 Marcy Road, Pierpont, OH. FMI: Christy Burdick, 440856-9460, christyburdick28@gmail.com
JULY 13 — Gibsonburg Saddle Club Speed Show, 961 N. Main St., Gibsonburg, OH. FMI: www.gibsonburgsaddleclub.org
JULY 13 — NBHA, IBRA & NPBA Show, Allen County Faigrounds, 2750 Harding Highway, Lima, OH. FMI: Karen, 419-706-7501
JULY 13 — Southern Ohio and National Quarter Pony Association Open Horse Show Series, 9 a.m., Henderson’s Arena, 800 Van Fossen Rd., Jackson, OH. FMI: Jocelyn Wilson, 740-590-7267
JULY 13 — MW Pony Pals Buckle Series, Ada War Memorial Park, 401 N. Park Dr., Ada, OH. FMI: https://www.facebook.com/ groups/579758099642083
JULY 13 — Open Fun Shows and Youth Pre-Rodeo Events, Meigs County Fairgrounds, 41850 Fairgrounds Road, Pomeroy, OH. FMI: Patrece, 740-416-9282, rodeomom2x@gmail.com
JULY 13-14 — Jesse Peters Clinic, Creek Side Horse Park, 7369 Mottice Drive SE, Waynesburg, OH. FMI: creeksidehorsepark@gmail.com, www. creeksidehorsepark.com
JULY 13-14 — Classical Attraction Dressage Society Schooling Show (13th)/Obstacle Competition (14th), Brecksville Stables, 11921 Parkview Dr., Brecksville, OH. FMI: www.cadsdressage.org
JULY 13-14 — Cracked OAATS ChristmasClub Sponsored Ride, Salamonie Reservoir, 9214 Lost Bridge Rd. W., Andrews, IN. FMI: Tina Ponder, 937-974-4063, oaats1972@ gmail.com, www.oaats.org
JULY 13-14 — Daybrook Saddle Club Show, 1650 Days Run Rd., Fairview, WV. FMI: John Ocheltree, 304-313-2040, https://www.facebook.com/profile. php?id=100063582788953
JULY 13-14 — Mountaineer Open Horse Show Series, JW Ruby Research Farm, 155 WVU Reedsville Farm Drive, Reedsville, WV. FMI: https://www.facebook. com/groups/1347050578733477/ user/100046294882343/
JULY 14 — Geauga Horse and Pony Association Open Show, Geauga County Fairgrounds, 4373 N. Cheshire St., Burton, OH. FMI: www.ghpa.us
JULY 14 — Massillon Saddle Club Contest Point Show, 12680 Sally St. SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: Leanne Louive, 330-8444041, massillonsaddleclub@gmail.com, rideatmsc.weebly.com
JULY 14 — Angels Haven Horse Rescue Fun Show, Lewis Road Riding Ring Show Grounds, Cleveland MetroParks, Olmsted Falls, OH. FMI: 440-781-5060, angelshavenhorserescue.org
JULY 17-20 — The Finish Line, Michiana Event Center, 455 E. Farver St., Shipshewana, IN. FMI: Allie, 219-898-6203, www.tnteventinfo.com
JULY 19 — Geauga Horse and Pony Association Friday Nights Lights Contesting Show, Geauga County Fairgrounds, 4373 N. Cheshire St., Burton, OH. FMI: www. ghpa.us
JULY 19-20 — National Mountain Horse Association United We Stand, Shelby County Fairgrounds, Shelbyville, KY. FMI: 270-9383960, nationalmountainha@gmail.com
JULY 19-21 — Mounted Archery Competition, Creek Side Horse Park, 7369 Mottice Drive SE, Waynesburg, OH. FMI: creeksidehorsepark@gmail.com, www. creeksidehorsepark.com
JULY 20 — Avon Lake Saddle Club Miniature Show Series, 10 a.m., Weiss Field, 33141-33199 Webber Rd., Avon Lake, OH. FMI: Kathleen Azzarello, 440536-0145, kathleen@getdependable. com, https://www.facebook.com/profile. php?id=100064371172293
JULY 20 — Wayne County Saddle Club Open Contest Show, 4200 Overton Rd., Wooster, OH. FMI: Randi, 330-201-3710, www.waynecountysaddleclub.com
JULY 13 — Mt. Eden Saddle Club Horse Show, 7:30 p.m.,11199 Mt. Eden Road, Mt. Eden, KY. FMI: Sharon Gilbert, 502-7389741, www.mtedensaddle.weebly.com
JULY 13-14 — Summer Jam, Wayne County Fairgrounds, Wooster, OH. FMI: ohiophc@ gmail.com, www.ophc.org
JULY 13-14 — Premier Mount N Trail Obstacle Competition, Holland Western Horse Park, 3856 61st St., Holland, MI. FMI: www.premiermountntrail.com
JULY 20 — KRS Horsemanship Mini Clinic, Vickers Horse Park, Canfield, OH. FMI: www.krshorsemanship.com
JULY 20 — Pro Bull Riding Event, Buckin Ohio, 8154 Garman Rd., Burbank, OH. FMI: 330-624-7205, buckinohio.com
JULY 20 — MW Pony Pals Buckle Series, Ada War Memorial Park, 401 N. Park Dr., Ada, OH. FMI: https://www.facebook.com/ groups/579758099642083
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JULY 20 — Wranglers Riding Club Show, 3385 State Highway 80 E, Murray, KY. FMI: wranglersridingclubinc@gmail.com, www. wranglersmurray.wixsite.com/wranglers
JULY 20-21 — Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros “Stars & Stripes I & II”, 9 a.m., Ashtabula County Fairgrounds, 107 Poplar Street, Jefferson, OH. FMI: Karen, 330-719-3290
JULY 20-21 — Confidence Clinic with Rose Watt, Pure Gold Stable and Equestrian Center, 3325 OH Route 45, Salem, OH. FMI: Buckeye Equestrian Association, Susan Smith-Gordon, 724-301-1414 (call/ text), smithgordonsusan@gmail.com
JULY 20-21 — Premier Mount N Trail Obstacle Competition, 31575 Schneider Rd., Hanoverton, OH. FMI: www. premiermountntrail.com
JULY 21 — Massillon Saddle Club Contest Point Show, 12680 Sally St. SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: Leanne Louive, 330-8444041, massillonsaddleclub@gmail.com, rideatmsc.weebly.com
JULY 21-27 — IBHA World Championship Show, Cowpokes Arena at C Bar C, 253 Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. FMI: www. ibha.net
JULY 24 — Fredericktown Western Saddle Club Wednesday Night Fun Show, 17367 Waterford Rd., Fredericktown, OH. FMI: Sara Hall, 419-566-4783
JULY 24 — Bath Pony Club Cross Country Schooling Show, 5-7 p.m., 151 Remsen Rd., Medina, OH. FMI: deanna13@sssnet.com
JULY 25 — Tri State Boot & Saddle Club Exhibition & Jackpot (Barrels & Poles), 6 p.m., 14930 Old Lincoln Highway, East Liverpool, OH. FMI: Facebook: Tri-State Boot and Saddle Club
JULY 26 — Wabash Valley Horsemen’s Association Speed Show, Vigo County Fairgrounds, 3901 S US Hwy. 41, Terre Haute, IN. FMI: Lori Dowers, 812-243-3819
JULY 26-28 — Mid Ohio Marauders/ Ohio State Fair Shoot, Expo Center, Columbus, OH. FMI: 740-206-7214, midohiomarauders@gmail.com, www. midohiomarauders.com
JULY 26-28 — Pinto Horse Association of Ohio Lots O’Spots Show, University of Findlay Western Farm, 14700 US Rt. 58, Findlay, OH. FMI: www.ohiopinto.net
JULY 26-28 — 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
JULY 27 — Premier Mount N Trail Obstacle Competition, Home Therapeutic Riding Center Inc., 2590 N. Walnut Rd., Rochester, IL. FMI: www.premiermountntrail.com
JULY 27 — Wayne County Saddle Club Open Pleasure Show, 10:30 a.m., 4200 Overton Rd., Wooster, OH. FMI: Angela Bonewitz, 330-465-8386, www. waynecountysaddleclub.com
JULY 27 — Buckeye Mini Horse & Donkey Auction, Wayne County Fairgrounds, 199 Vanover Street, Wooster, OH. FMI: Daniel Schrock Auctioneer, 330-763-0905, schrocksauctioneering@gmail.com
JULY 27 — NBHA Show, 961 N. Main St., Gibsonburg, OH. FMI: www. gibsonburgsaddleclub.org
JULY 27 — Southern Ohio Heart of Horsemanship Show, Crazy Woman Ranch, 6450 Lancaster-Circleville Rd. SW, Lancaster, OH. FMI: 614-209-2154
JULY 27-28 — Buckeye Bonanza Bash, World Equestrian Center, Wilmington, OH. FMI: ohiophc@gmail.com, www.ophc.org
JULY 27-28 — Premier Mount N Trail Obstacle Competition, Kal-Val Saddle Club, 9853 S. 34th St., Scotts, MI. FMI: www.premiermountntrail.com
JULY 28 — Steubenville Saddle Club Show, 8675 State Route 152, Richmond, OH. FMI: www.facebook.com/SteubenvilleSaddleClub
JULY 31 — Fredericktown Western Saddle Club Wednesday Night Fun Show, 17367 Waterford Rd., Fredericktown, OH. FMI: Sara Hall, 419-566-4783
AUGUST 2024
AUG. 1-4 — Central Ohio Reining Horse Association Founding Father Tribute Series, University of Findlay, 14700 US Rt. 68, Findlay, OH. FMI: 740-837-7441, http:// centralohioreining.com
AUG. 2-3 — Ohio Foundation Quarter Horse Association Ranch Horse Series, Guernsey County Fairgrounds, 335 Old National Rd., Lore City, OH. FMI: 740-877-7993, ofqhashows@gmail.com, ohfqha.com
AUG. 2-4 — Miami County Horse Association 5 Rides To The Prize, Miami County Fairgrounds, Troy, OH. FMI: miamicountyhorseassociation@gmail.com, https://www.facebook.com/MCHA4H
AUG. 2-4 — Michigan Foundation Quarter Horse Registry Show, Midland County Fairgrounds, Midland, MI. FMI: 517-3316085, michigan-fqhr.com
AUG. 3 — Ohio Foundation Quarter Horse Association Ranch Horse Show, 9 a.m., Guernsey County Fairgrounds, 335 Old National Road, Lore City, OH. FMI: Donnie Uffner, 740-877-7993, www.ohfqha.com
AUG. 3 — Knox County OHC Obstacle Challenge, 11 a.m., Thayer Ridge Park, 7707 Thayer Rd., Mount Vernon, OH. FMI: Cindy Cossin, 614-296-7893
AUG. 3 — Ruggles Arena Speed Show, 2651 Township Road 155, Cardington, OH. FMI: Gary Ruggles, 419-210-6952
AUG. 3 — Harry Hughes Speed Series, Harry Hughes Youth Equestrian Center, 5563 Waterville-Swanton Rd., Swanton, OH. FMI: Brandy Dotson, 419-764-6359
AUG. 3 — Open Fun Shows and Youth Pre-Rodeo Events, Meigs County Fairgrounds, 41850 Fairgrounds Road, Pomeroy, OH. FMI: Patrece, 740-416-9282, rodeomom2x@gmail.com
AUG. 3 — Northern Kentucky Saddle Club Ranch Show Series, 1986 Poplar Ridge Rd., Melbourne, KY. FMI: 859-635-6918, www. facebook.com/beal1961
AUG. 3-4 — Northern Ohio Outlaws Shoot, Wayne County Fairgrounds, Wooster, OH. FMI: www.northernohiooutlaws.com
AUG. 3-4 — Mountain Trail Competition, Creek Side Horse Park, 7369 Mottice Drive SE, Waynesburg, OH. FMI: creeksidehorsepark@gmail.com, www. creeksidehorsepark.com
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AUG. 3-4 — Pinto Horse Association of Ohio East Central Jubilee, Henry County Saddle Club Fairgrounds, 2221 N. Memorial Dr., New Castle, IN. FMI: www. ohiopinto.net
AUG. 3-4 — Northern Kentucky Horse Network Liberty Clinic, Halt N Salut Equestrian Center, Crittenden, KY. FMI: Annette Schonabaum, 812-480-8057, nkhn@nkhn.info
AUG. 4 — Massillon Saddle Club Pleasure Point Show, 12680 Sally St. SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: Leanne Louive, 330-8444041, massillonsaddleclub@gmail.com, rideatmsc.weebly.com
AUG. 7-11 — Michigan Trail Ride Association August Family Ride, Scheck’s Trail Camp, Williamsburg, MI. FMI: mtra.office@gmail.com, https://www. facebook.com/groups/124891957546197
AUG. 8 — Tri State Boot & Saddle Club Exhibition & Jackpot (Barrels & Poles), 6 p.m., 14930 Old Lincoln Highway, East Liverpool, OH. FMI: Facebook: Tri-State Boot and Saddle Club
AUG. 8-10 — Buckeye Morgan Challenge Horse Show, Champions Center, Springfield, OH. FMI: David Owens, 602579-3738, ohiomorgahorse.com
AUG. 8-12 — Common Sense Riding with Bill Cameron, SF Bliz Patch Farms, 14034 E. Landeden Drive, Holly, MI. FMI: 248-4590785, https://www.facebook.com/share/ VKKxtXEJCYjUAWAQ/?mibextid=9l3rBW
AUG. 9-10 — Detroit Horse Power, Kensington Metro Park Staging Area, 920 Martindal Rd., Milford, MI. FMI: Laura, 248-767-9599, hideawayhorses@gmail. com, oaats.org
AUG. 9-11 — Ohio Ranch Horse Association Show, Henderson’s Arena, 739 Van Fossen Rd., Jackson, OH. FMI: Amy Roberts, 740819-8446, amyshd@yahoo.com, www. ohioranchhorseassociation.com
AUG. 9-11 — Michigan IBRA 2024 State Finals Super Show, Isabella County Fairgrounds, 500 N. Mission Rd., Mt. Pleasant, MI. FMI: 502-239-4000, ibra.us
AUG. 10 — Massillon Saddle Club Jackpot Show, 1 p.m., 12680 Sally St. SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: Ty Hershey, 330-3097229
AUG. 10 — Classical Attraction Dressage Society Schooling Show, Brecksville Stables, 11921 Parkview Dr., Brecksville, OH. FMI: cadsrider@gmail.com, www. cadsdressage.org
AUG. 10 — Gibsonburg Saddle Club Speed Show, 961 N. Main St., Gibsonburg, OH. FMI: www.gibsonburgsaddleclub.org
AUG. 10 — MW Pony Pals Buckle Series, Ada War Memorial Park, 401 N. Park Dr., Ada, OH. FMI: https://www.facebook.com/ groups/579758099642083
AUG. 10 — Mahoning Valley Pony Breeders Fun Show Series, 9 a.m., Cedar Lake Farm, 1154 Hallock Young Rd., Warren, OH. FMI: Kelly Dempsey, 330-907-5225
AUG. 10 — Mt. Eden Saddle Club Horse Show, 7:30 p.m., 11199 Mt. Eden Road, Mt. Eden, KY. FMI: Sharon Gilbert, 502-7389741, www.mtedensaddle.weebly.com
AUG. 10-11 — Open Ranch Series, Creek Side Horse Park, 7369 Mottice Drive SE, Waynesburg, OH. FMI: Kerry Elliott, 330806-2860, https://www.facebook.com/ profile.php?id=61556370703144
AUG. 10-11 — Ashland Paint & Plain Saddle Club Show, Ashland County Fairgrounds, 2042 Claremont Ave., Ashland, OH. FMI: 419-632-1533, www. ashlandpaintandplain.com
AUG. 10-11 — Premier Mount N Trail Obstacle Competition, Holland Western Horse Park, 3856 61st St., Holland, MI. FMI: www.premiermountntrail.com
AUG. 10-11 — Michigan Paint Horse Club Back 2 Basics Show, Cass County Fairgrounds, Cassopolis, MI. FMI: bribri1402@gmail.com, www.miphc.com
AUG. 11 — Geauga Horse and Pony Association Open Show, Geauga County Fairgrounds, 4373 N. Cheshire St., Burton, OH. FMI: www.ghpa.us
AUG. 11 — Massillon Saddle Club Contest Point Show, 12680 Sally St. SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: Leanne Louive, 330-8444041, massillonsaddleclub@gmail.com, rideatmsc.weebly.com
AUG. 11 — Angels Haven Horse Rescue Fun Show, Carlisle Equestrian Center, 13630 Nickle Plate Diagonal Rd., LaGrange, OH. FMI: 440-781-5060, angelshavenhorserescue.org
AUG. 14 — Fredericktown Western Saddle Club Wednesday Night Fun Show, 17367 Waterford Rd., Fredericktown, OH. FMI: Sara Hall, 419-566-4783
AUG. 14 — Bath Pony Club Cross Country Schooling Show, 5-7 p.m., 151 Remsen Rd., Medina, OH. FMI: deanna13@sssnet.com
AUG. 14-18 — Arabian Horse Association Region 14 Silverama World Equestrian Center, Wilmington, OH. FMI: Cindy Clinton, 937-935-1753, cindy@cindyclinton.com
AUG. 15-18 — Best of the Best, The Champion Center, Springfield, OH. FMI: On The Road With Dawn & Clea, 330-7713205, ontheroadwithdawnandclea.com
AUG. 16-18 — Tri-County Trail Pig & Ox Roast Weekend & Annual Raffle, 2662 Downing Street SW, East Sparta, OH. FMI: www.tri-cotrails.com
AUG. 17 — Knox County Horse Park 2024 High Point Show, 7500 Thayer Road, Mount Vernon, OH. FMI: 740627-0096, https://www.facebook.com/ KnoxCountyHorseParkMountVernonOH
AUG. 17 — Wayne County Saddle Club Open Contest Show, 4200 Overton Rd., Wooster, OH. FMI: Randi, 330-201-3710, www.waynecountysaddleclub.com
AUG. 17 — KRS Horsemanship Mini Clinic, Vickers Horse Park, Canfield, OH. FMI: www.krshorsemanship.com
AUG. 17 — Southern Ohio Heart of Horsemanship Show, Crazy Woman Ranch, Lancaster, OH. FMI: 614-209-2154, sohhinfo@gmail.com
AUG. 17 — Pro Bull Riding Event, Buckin Ohio, 8154 Garman Rd., Burbank, OH. FMI: 330-624-7205, buckinohio.com
AUG. 17 — Southern Ohio and National Quarter Pony Association Open Horse Show Series, 9 a.m., Bob Evans Farm, Rio Grande, OH. FMI: Jocelyn, 740-590-7267
AUG. 17 — Wranglers Riding Club Show, 3385 State Highway 80 E, Murray, KY. FMI: wranglersridingclubinc@gmail.com, www. wranglersmurray.wixsite.com/wranglers
AUG. 17 — West KY Jackpot Saddle Series, 201 Dalton Rd., Fredonia, KY. FMI: 270-8719957
AUG. 17-18 — Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros “Long Riders I & II”, 9 a.m., Ashtabula County Fairgrounds, 107 Poplar Street, Jefferson, OH. FMI: Karen Davis, 330-719-3290
AUG. 17-18 — Premier Mount N Trail Obstacle Competition, 31575 Schneider Road, Hanoverton, OH. FMI: www. premiermountntrail.com
AUG. 17-18 — Abi Khan Challenge Endurance Ride, Caesars Creek State Park, 8570 OH 73, Waynesville, OH. FMI: Mickie, 937-232-9256, akela83att.net, oaats.org
AUG. 17-18 — Daybrook Saddle Club Show, 1650 Days Run Rd., Fairview, WV. FMI: John Ocheltree, 304-313-2040, https://www.facebook.com/profile. php?id=100063582788953
AUG. 17-24 — Kentucky State Fair World’s Championship Horse Show, Kentucky Exposition Hall, Louisville, KY. FMI: wchorseshow.com
AUG. 18 — Massillon Saddle Club Pleasure Point Show, 12680 Sally St. SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: Leanne Louive, 330-8444041, massillonsaddleclub@gmail.com, rideatmsc.weebly.com
AUG. 21 — Fredericktown Western Saddle Club Wednesday Night Fun Show, 17367 Waterford Rd., Fredericktown, OH. FMI: Sara Hall, 419-566-4783
AUG. 22 — Tri State Boot & Saddle Club Exhibition & Jackpot (Barrels & Poles), 6 p.m., 14930 Old Lincoln Highway, East Liverpool, OH. FMI: Facebook: Tri-State Boot and Saddle Club
AUG. 23 — Wayne County Saddle Club Friday Night Buckle Series, 4200 Overton Rd., Wooster, OH. FMI: Leanne Louive, 330844-4041, waynecountysaddleclub.com
AUG. 23-24 — National Mountain Horse Association How Legends Are Made World Show, Mercer County Fairgrounds, Harrodsburg, KY. FMI: 270-938-3960, nationalmountainha@gmail.com
AUG. 23-25 — Mid Ohio Marauders Club Shoot, Madison County Fairgrounds, 205 Elm St., London, OH. FMI: 740-206-7214, midohiomarauders@gmail.com, www. midohiomarauders.com
AUG. 23-25 — Mounted Archery Competition, Creek Side Horse Park, 7369 Mottice Drive SE, Waynesburg, OH. FMI: creeksidehorsepark@gmail.com, www. creeksidehorsepark.com
AUG. 24 — Wayne County Saddle Club Open Pleasure Show, 10:30 a.m., 4200 Overton Rd., Wooster, OH. FMI: Angela Bonewitz, 330-465-8386, www. waynecountysaddleclub.com
AUG. 24 — Allen County Horse Council Speed Show, Allen County Fairgrounds, Lima, OH. FMI: Jessica, 419-236-1014
AUG. 24 — Silver Spurs Drill Team Competition, 2990 OH-93, Sugarcreek, OH. FMI: 330-417-6558
AUG. 24 — Lawrence County Horseman’s Association Show, 475 Commerce Drive, Ironton, OH. FMI: Laura, 304-360-0013
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AUG. 24-25 — Dusty Boots Riding Club Open Pleasure Show, 9 a.m., Ashtabula County Fairgrounds, Jefferson, OH. FMI: Jason Brown, 234-600-7815, https://www. facebook.com/DustyBootsRidingClub
AUG. 24-25 — Champions Center All Breed 2024 Show, 8:30 a.m., 4122 Layborne Rd., Springfield, OH. FMI: 937-324-4353
AUG. 24-25 — Lower Michigan Horse Assoc. Show, Ingham County Fairgrounds, 700 East Ash St., Mason, MI. FMI: https:// www.facebook.com/LMHAHorseShows
AUG. 24-25 — Mountaineer Open Horse Show Series, JW Ruby Research Farm, Reedsville, WV. FMI: https://www.facebook. com/groups/1347050578733477/ user/100046294882343/
AUG. 25 — Massillon Saddle Club Contest Point Show, 12680 Sally St. SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: Leanne Louive, 330-844-4041, rideatmsc.weebly.com
AUG. 25 — Premier Mount N Trail Obstacle Competition, Kal-Val Saddle Club, 9853 S. 34th St., Scotts, MI. FMI: www.premiermountntrail.com
AUG. 25 — Bath Pony Club Cross Country Schooling Show, 5-7 p.m., 151 Remsen Rd., Medina, OH. FMI: deanna13@sssnet.com
AUG. 29-SEPT. 1 — Michigan Reining Horse Association Memorial Futurity, Midland County Fairgrounds, 6905 Eastman Ave., Midland, MI. FMI: www.mrha.org
AUG. 30-31 — Ohio Foundation Quarter Horse Association Ranch Horse Series,
AUG. 31 — Preble County OHC Speed & Fun Show Series, 10 a.m., Hueston Woods State Park Horseman’s Camp Arena, Morning Sun, OH. FMI: Becky Clifton, 937-417-4359, www.facebook.com/groups/pcohc
AUG. 31 — Ohio Foundation Quarter Horse Association Ranch Horse Show, 9 a.m., Guernsey County Fairgrounds, 335 Old National Road, Lore City, OH. FMI: Donnie, 740-877-7993, www.ohfqha.com
AUG. 31 — Wayne County Saddle Club Youth Director Show, 12 p.m., 4200 Overton Rd., Wooster, OH. FMI: Cadance, 330-3479955, www.waynecountysaddleclub.com
AUG. 31-SEPT. 2 — White River Fall & Labor Day, Timbers Edge Campground, 4345 Warner Ave., Hesperia, MI. FMI: Pat Wierngo, 231-854-0092, wrrtec@aol.com, oaats.org
SEPTEMBER 2024
SEPT. 1 — Massillon Saddle Club Contest Point Show, 12680 Sally St. SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: Leanne, 330-844-4041, rideatmsc.weebly.com
SEPT. 1-2 — Pinto Horse Association of Ohio Summer Sizzler, Champions Center, 4122 Laybourne Rd., Springfield, OH. FMI: www.ohiopinto.net
SEPT. 5-16 — Michigan Trail Ride Association September Ride, Oscoda River Road Camp to Lake Huron to Empire, Lake Michigan. FMI: mtra.office@ gmail.com, https://www.facebook.com/ groups/124891957546197
SEPT. 6 — Wayne County Saddle Club
SEPT. 6-8 — Miami County Horse Association 5 Rides To The Prize, Miami County Fairgrounds, Troy, OH. FMI: miamicountyhorseassociation@gmail.com, https://www.facebook.com/MCHA4H
SEPT. 6-8 — National Open Horse Show Association World Championship Show, C Bar C Expo Center, Cloverdale, IN. FMI: www.nohsa.net
SEPT. 6-8 — Ranch Horse Association of Michigan Show, Berrien County Youth Fairgrounds, Berrien Springs, MI. FMI: Sam, 616-890-1190, www.miranchhorse.com
SEPT. 7 — Scavenger Hunt/Poker Run/ Mt. Trail Year End Awards & Fundraiser Dinner, Creek Side Horse Park, 7369 Mottice Drive SE, Waynesburg, OH. FMI: creeksidehorsepark@gmail.com, www. creeksidehorsepark.com
SEPT. 7 — Mid-Ohio Dressage Association East Meets West, Four Star QH Farm, 10156 Marysville Rd., Ostander, OH. FMI: showsecretary.com
SEPT. 7 — Avon Lake Saddle Club Hay Day Event, 12 p.m., Weiss Field, 3314133199 Webber Rd., Avon Lake, OH. FMI: Kathleen Azzarello, 440-536-0145 https://www.facebook.com/profile. php?id=100064371172293
SEPT. 7 — Erie County OHC Poker Ride, 9 a.m., Edison Woods Metro Park, Berlin Heights, OH. FMI: 419-750-8285, https://www.facebook.com/profile. php?id=100064262456397
SEPT. 7-8 — Premier Mount N Trail Obstacle Competition, 31575 Schneider Rd., Hanoverton, OH. FMI: www. premiermountntrail.com
SEPT. 7-8 — Ohio Paint Horse Club Amateur Club Show, Preble County Fairgrounds, Eaton, OH. FMI: ohiophc@ gmail.com, www.ophc.org
SEPT. 7-8 — Southern Ohio and National Quarter Pony Association Open Horse Show Series, 9 a.m., Bob Evans Farm, 791 Farmview Rd., Rio Grande, OH. FMI: Jocelyn Wilson, 740-590-7267
SEPT. 7-8 — 30th Annual Central WV Mule and Donkey Show, Holly Gray Park, Sutton, WV. FMI: 304-532-5206, WVCentralMule@ gmail.com
SEPT. 7-8 — Daybrook Saddle Club Show, 1650 Days Run Rd., Fairview, WV. FMI: John Ocheltree, 304-313-2040, https://www.facebook.com/profile. php?id=100063582788953
SEPT. 8 — Massillon Saddle Club Fun Show, 12680 Sally St. SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: Leanne Louive, 330-8444041, massillonsaddleclub@gmail.com, rideatmsc.weebly.com
SEPT. 8 — All Horse Parade, 3 p.m., begins at Delaware County Fairgrounds, 236 Pennsylvania Ave., Delaware, OH. FMI: 740-362-3851, www.delawarecountyfair. com
For more Equine Events, visit our calendar online at
View From the Cheap Seats
Bridging the Language Barrier
by Sarah Vas
There’s a lot to be said for the amazing collaboration between horse and human. Every aspect of our equine partnership begins and ends within a predator/prey interaction. Some may argue that the horse does the majority of the compromising and that makes sense. Biologically, prey animals have a deep capacity to adapt with the intent of not being eaten. The world was built on horseback? Well, it certainly wouldn’t have had the same outcome if we were attempting to pillage and conquer from the backs of lions, now would it. Fortunately, fierce as we apex predators may be, we’ve collectively come a long way towards being more compassionate and communicative equestrians. However, the more things change, the more some things remain the same.
Things I wish my horse could clearly understand, once and for all:
• That a stop sign is not a reason to start rocking the trailer like a rabid hyena. We aren’t there yet. I don’t need your help opening the trailer from the inside. And no, I didn’t park the trailer on a set of train tracks so, calm down back there.
• That the mounting block parked way over there today is the same mounting block that was way over here yesterday. Your spook argument is invalid.
• That the same puddle you rolled in by choice is the same puddle I’m asking you to cross under saddle. It doesn’t suddenly become a portal to hell just because you’re with me.
• That angrily pawing or banging the walls does not make the food arrive any faster.
• That I will always expect you to stand quietly and calmly in the crossties.
• That the lineup is certainly not the place to take a leak.
• That screaming for your buddies straight into my ear is really annoying.
• That coughing chewed food and sneezing snot all over me is equally annoying.
• That pooping in the water bucket is gross.
• That using poop for a pillow is gross and also, equally annoying.
• That just because a new horse moved into the barn, it’s not necessary to immediately come into a raging heat cycle.
• That the vet is not the devil. Neither is fly spray.
• That your buddy is just around the corner and I’m not trying to abduct him.
• That cleaning your nooks and crannies isn’t really fun for me either so the less you fidget, the faster we all can be done with this nastiness.
• That you’ve stepped on your own lead line, you drama queen.
• That a bath is not torture with hot lava and that water on your face won’t magically go away if you hold your head higher. All you’re doing is getting my armpits wet, too.
• That I hold my breath anticipating death and dismemberment whether you’re blindly panicking or just going for a fun yeehaw.
• That running me over will always get you into trouble. So will biting me.
• That not everything needs to go in your mouth.
• That your pasture buddies don’t need help taking off their halters, fly masks, or blankets.
• That farting while bucking will always be funny but losing a shoe because of bucking? That’s never funny.
• That I don’t really mean to be a bouncing, flopping mess
up there in the saddle. Riding is hard, falling off is even harder and I’m older now and more fragile.
• That I choose to sacrifice so much of my time, freedom, and finances because I love you and want you in my life.
• That sometimes, I’m just doing my best with the knowledge I have today and that I will never stop learning.
• That even if I seem annoyed or angry, I will always keep you safe, happy, and healthy.
• That I truly cherish the sounds of slow hoof beats on the ground, hay being munched in the dark of night, and low familiar nickers at the sound of my voice.
• That I live for those quiet moments when I can bury my tears into your mane and whisper my dreams into the wind from your back.
Sarah Vas, a second-generation horse woman, writes about her decades of adventure and mayhem in the equine industry. Her experience encompasses multiple breeds and disciplines. A humble storyteller and educator at heart, her Cheap Seats column is often infused with the spirit of her two favorite philosophies. Laughter is the Breath of Life and Poverty is the Real Mother of Invention.
The Bold ones the Ground Pounders and the Old ones
Western Reserve Carriage Association
May Weekend a Success
PRESIDENT, Jo Ann Murr
VICE PRESIDENT, Duke Shipman
TREASURER, Ann Petersen
SECRETARY, Janet Yousay
FACEBOOK, WRCarriage/
by Ann Petersen
Our Driver Proficiency/ Sporting Day weekend May 1012 at Lake Metroparks Farmpark in Kirtland, Ohio, was a success! Six candidates participated in the CAA Driver Proficiency program were evaluated by Jerry Tripani of E.Islip, N.Y. Sunday was our Sporting Day of Traditional Driving with six
turnouts. Janet Yosay driving her Dartmoor pony to an antique pony back to back cut under trap, Jeffery Skinner put to a circa 1900 Gooch wagon made by Anchor Carriages of Canda with his single pony, and Barbara Petersen drove her Welsh Pony of Cob type Gwil to a Gooch wagon made by James Renwick. Our pair VSE turnout was JoAnn Murr’s marathon carriage. Shellie Kwitkowski drove her single horse to a Bennington Carriage with wheelchair accessibility for her passenger Eliane Kwitokowski. Dr. Susan Orosz drove her pair of horses to a R.M. Stivers Gooch style show wagon built in New York around 1900. The day started cloudy and
Hello members and friends of W.C.S.C. The Hollow has been the place to be this year. We have had a very full calendar of events happening. The Friday Night Fun Show Buckle Series added vendors to the June 7 show. It was a success with vendors selling jewelry, baked goods, braided dog collars and tack. This may be something that will be offered again. Contact Leanne Louive, 330/844-4041 if you are interested in setting up at a future show. The next shows are July 12, Aug. 9, Aug. 23, and Sept. 6. The shows begin at 6:30 p.m. The Finals Only show is Sept. 27. Even if you don’t show horses, this is a great event to watch. All the shows at the Hollow are free entertainment. The Open Contest shows are filling up. We’ve had a lot of fast horses and good times. The next shows are July 20, Aug. 17 and Sept. 21. Start time is at 1 p.m. Vendor spots are also available at all of these remaining shows
cool as Mr. Tripani evaluated the turnouts using the CAA Concours International D’Attelage de Tradition guidelines. Thank you to Dr. Tom and Gloria Burgess of Bridgewater, Va., for sponsoring Mr. Tripani’s time evaluating the turnouts.
A road drive followed presentation with three performance challenges along the 2.5-mile route. Lastly was a cones course followed by lunch. Thank you to the volunteers who came out to support our event! Our club is fortunate to have members willing to make these activities possible for our drivers.
Any member interested in hosting a drive can reach out
Adding Vendors to our Club Shows
for the year. Contact Randi, 330/ 201-3710.
Youth Director Shows are a great chance to get your horses ready for the local fairs and offer a chance to school in an arena that is the best in the county. It measures 150’x210’, with meticulously cared for footing. The next Youth Director Show that offers 30 and over classes is Aug. 31. Shows begin at 12 p.m. Contact Cadance Horsky, 330/347-9955.
Did I mention that if you are a member you can ride at The Hollow anytime you like? Join our club, $25 single or $35 for a family. We even have a building for family functions.
Open Pleasure Shows have been rolling along. All of our judges have been great to work with. Thank you so much Alex Dewitt and Kip Riley. The High Point of The Day Medals for members have been fun to award
to a board member for more information. Check our website for more information about WRCA drives and other driving events. Westernreservecarriage.com.
WRCA POTLUCK DRIVES
JUNE 23: Potluck Drive at Zoar Village, Zoar, Ohio. Potluck at noon followed by at will driving through the Historic Village
JULY 28: Howe Meadow Drive
AUG. 3: White State Park Drive, Gibsonburg, Ohio
SEPT. 22: Potluck Drive Woods Edge Shelter, Swine Creek Park, Middlefield, Ohio OCT. 20: Potluck Drive Canfield Fairgrounds, Canfield, Ohio
as well as receive. My little Mini Faye and I won 19 and over. I was thrilled. Not many showed up for 19 and over that day. The upcoming show dates are July 13, July 27, and Aug. 24. Start time at 10:30 a.m. Gates open at 9 a.m. Vendors are welcome at the remaining pleasure shows also. Contact Angela Bonewitz, 330/465-8386.
Our Sunday Traditional Fun Shows are held on July 28, Aug. 25 and Oct. 13. Come and enjoy some cupcakes and prizes! There are a lot of events still on the books. We are always looking to add something new. If anyone would like to add an event of interest we are open to them. Contact a Board member and suggest it. We are always
looking for sponsorships to help keep our events running. We take great care to announce and promote our sponsors. Without your help the saddle club could not exist. We are nonprofit and will continue to be. Our members are the best when it comes to lending a hand with the work that needs done. Show grounds require maintenance, mowing, dragging the ring at shows, dumping the trash bins after the shows, working the shows in the entry booth or Ring Stewart; there is always room for more help. All of this counts for hours toward your year-end awards. Plus we want to see your smiling face helping the club grow. Remember many hands make light work. Happy Trails.
Faye with her awards.
O.H.I.O EXCA
PRESIDENT, Jimmy McDonald
TREASURER, Shurina Tucke
SECRETARY, Shae Marshall
PHONE, 330/260-8833
WEBSITE, ohioexca.weebly.com
by Shae Marshall
There is Still Time to Enter Buckle Series
June was a fun month with Leon Rabers, Confidence and Control Clinic and getting our
first EXCA race in the books! Next we have our Fix A Race scheduled for July 20, Tackling the Obstacles Clinic with KRS Horsemanship on July 26 and
our Crocodile Creek EXCA Race on July 27, located at the amazing Creek Side Horse Park! Our buckle series is in full swing but it’s not too late to enter! Each person with the highest score at the end of the year wins a buckle. No minimum show requirements! No volunteer hours! Just become an OHIO EXCA member, show up and have fun!
Flatlanders Dressage & Combined Training Association, Inc.
Trust Your Gut
PRESIDENT, Beth Metzer
VICE PRESIDENT, Mary Lou Paxton
TREASURER, Lisa Gross
SECRETARY, Jill Christopher
EMAIL, fdcta@aol.com
FACEBOOK, www.facebook.com/ groups/FDCTA
by Heather Bonifas
We have all heard and even experienced the feeling of trusting your gut. But, what does that even mean? I couldn’t put my finger on it, so I did what most of us do, consult the Internet. I came across a thoughtful article online that helped me get a fuller sense of what ‘trusting your gut’ really means. Thank you, Mr. Internet (specifically the site healthline). Let me know what you think. Among other things, I found a handy list of helpful signs of gut feelings that included, but was not limited to, the following: a flash of clarity, tension or tightness in your body, a sinking
feeling in your stomach, or even feelings of peace (after making a decision). I believe there are both physical and spiritual components to these mysterious feelings that are meant to keep us safe. Such are the tips and musings of our members at this month’s meeting agenda.
After our usual business meeting and meal, our members enjoyed time together on our gracious hosts’ deck in Findlay, Ohio. Thank you, Margie and Jim Shoop.
To start our conversation, I offered tips for treating lower leg wounds given to me by my daughter who is in veterinary school that I found very helpful to keep in mind. Next, our intrepid president, Beth Metsger, reminded us all to not forget that while we are working with our equine of any size, to keep our fingers/hands/ arms safe by not putting them through rings of the halters/ropes/bridles. Leading to the next piece of advice from Kathy, keep out of the ‘headsup’ zone so as not to get smashed in the face by a sudden upward movement by our animals
(bloody noses to knocked out cold)! Margie Shoop, the abovementioned gracious host, chimed in with the same warning but with the open top stall doors. I personally can attest to that; I suffered a broken nose. The next bit of advice should come to no horseman as a surprise. Cindy Klingler reminded us all to wear helmets and gloves. This was really a no-brainer for me. Olympic level riders wear both. Who am I to think I can ride better than them? A skill we should all have was advanced by Lisa Gross, using and mastering the quick-release style knot when tying horses. Trailering to picket lines, all horses should be secured by this method. Pat Boutwell shared her method of using double ended snaps that could break if tested too much on her cross-tie setup. She also gave us a bonus tip of running the lead rope up through the cheek piece of the halter while hand grazing her animals to keep it off the ground so as to avoid being stepped on. Finally, our long time member, MaryLou Paxton reminded us to keep the length of
tie ropes short enough to avoid too much play by our horses. More is definitely not better when securing with a rope when it comes to horses. She retold a truly horrific story of a horse losing a hoof and then ultimately its very life due to an excessively long trailer tying.
The discussion opened many of our eyes to the dangers of horse ownership when we don’t listen to that telltale ‘gut feeling’. If it feels wrong, you’re probably right to think twice!
The last Flatlanders meeting was full of little ideas of how to do just that.
If you want to join in on the conversation, check us out on FaceBook.
God bless and stay safe.
Ohio Foundation Quarter Horse Association
PRESIDENT, Donnie Uffner
Free Style Reining Event Scheduled for August
VICE PRESIDENT, Eric Erwin
TREASURER, Rick Learn
SECRETARY, Leann Bauer
PHONE, 740/877-7993
EMAIL, ofqhashows@gmail.com
WEBSITE, http://ohfqha.com
by Lisa Betts
Wow the summer is just
blazing on by and what an amazing season it has been! Our free novice roping clinic had a fabulous number of participants,
the July youth event was full of fun memories and activities making the future look bright. If you haven’t had a chance to join us yet, you’re welcome anytime! There are three shows still remaining in the season, July 6, Aug. 3 and Aug. 31. We will have the much anticipated Free Style Reining event Aug. 30
starting after cattle practice. You can find the rules, how to enter and submit your music at ohfqa. com. Don’t have a Quarter Horse no worries, you will always see a variety of other breeds including donkeys and mules. Thank you E Flowers Photography and Sorrel B Photography for the amazing photos. See ya at the show!
Black Swamp Driving Club A Lot More Drives and Events to Attend This Summer
Hi everyone, happy summer! Here is the list of the upcoming events.
July 6 is the Wyandot County Historical Society Ice Cream Social. This is held at the museum in Upper Sandusky, Ohio. This is exhibit of carriages only. The Historical Society is looking for someone to give carriage rides. If any of the members are interested in giving rides please let me know and I can contact them. Contact Roger Higgins Jr. for any questions.
July 20 is Ghost Town in Findlay, Ohio. This is definitely a different event than we have had. It’s like turning back the hands of time! Please bring carriages for display and bring your horses for a drive. There is a great opportunity to display carriages
in a Wild West setting. Potluck will be at noon, watch for BSDC signs for trailer parking. Please note, there was a date change on this drive. It was first scheduled on July 13, now it’s scheduled for July 20. The Owen’s Station drive was canceled. Call Julie Emmons with any questions. This will be a drive that you won’t want to miss!
August 3 is White Star Park, Gibsonburg, Ohio. Here are the details from Mary Thomas: This drive will be at White Star Park near Gibsonburg, Ohio, and is being co-sponsored by Sandusky County Horse Council (an OHC club). Potluck at noon. Driving to follow on marked trail. If it is one of those 90 degree days, driving can be done before the potluck when it is cooler. Driving after potluck is fine also. Excellent parking for trailers. Contact Mary if you have any questions.
September 21 is the Hites Log Cabin drive in Kenton, Ohio. Potluck at noon. I will have the address in the next issue. Contact Julie Emmons with questions
October 5 is the Parker Bridge drive in Upper Sandusky, Ohio. Potluck at noon, drive will follow. Contact Julie Emmons with questions.
October 26 is our Halloween
Julie Emmons at the Hayhurst drive in Bowling Green, Ohio.
party at France Lake. Contact Julie Emmons or Roger Higgins Jr. with any questions.
November 9 is our annual banquet at the Good Hope Lutheran Church in Arlington, Ohio. More details to follow. I will get the addresses for the later drives for the GPS directions. We received some news from Sharon Hayhurst. We extend our sympathy to the Hayhurst’s on their loss of there horse, Gunner Gunner lived a split life of service in Central Park, New York City, and summered at the Hayhurst Farm in Ohio has gone on to horses paradise. Colic is nothing to be ignored and the care giver in New York failed Gunner. This past Memorial Day and future picnics Gunner will be greatly missed as he would trot around the streets of Bowling Green,
Ohio, with a large American flag fluttering behind him. The club has been on the move and we have several upcoming events. We hope that you, members especially, will attend these events. There is a lot of time and preparation that goes into hosting an event, please attend and support the efforts put forth. Come and have fun—enjoy our fellowship and the potlucks too. Always a good time! This should wrap up this month’s article. Please send any information or news to higgy122@gmail.com or call 740/251-7193. Have a great summer and enjoy the events!
Gunner
Eme is 13 years old and going into her 2nd year as a solo contract act. She is busy training her 5 year old, Storm, for a new fire roman riding act. Storm will be joining forces with Blitz, a seasoned trick and roman riding horse. Blitz is currently Eme’s trick riding partner for the 2024 season. Eme loves performing, meeting new people and traveling all over the US. Above all, she loves and adores her horses and spending time with them in and outside of the arena.
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May 25-26 Gladwin Ranch Rodeo presented by South Point 7pm Ranch Rodeo Productions, Gladwin, MI
JUNE 15 Youth Champion Rodeo, Hudson, IN 7pm www.youthchampionrodeo.com
JUNE 22 2nd Annual Family Fun Night Community Event 3-7pm Belmont County Fairgrounds, St. Clairsville, OH
JUNE 26 2nd Annual Wild West Days Community Event 10am-1pm Organized by Belmont Senior Services and Sarah Martin Belmont County Fairgrounds, St. Clairsville, OH
July 12 Logan County Fair — GLCBRA Bulls & Barrels 7pm Rough E Rodeo Productions Bellefontaine, OH
Information and Sponsorships contact: Sarah Martin, 740-359-0428 emerae.trickrider@gmail.com
JULY 13 Red, White and Blue Rodeo by Rocky Fork Rodeo Co. 10am-5pm Rocky Fork Ranch, Kimbolton, OH
JULY 27 “BE Our Guest” by Step by Step Therapeutic Riders 1pm, 7pm Huntsville, AL
AUG. 3 2nd Annual Buckin’ In The Valley Event 7pm by E & H Cattle Co., Dover, OH
SEPT. 6 Cowboy Corner Fun Show 10am-2pm During Fair Field Days at Belmont County Fair St. Clairsville, OH
SEPT. 7 Youth Champion Rodeo 7pm Hudson, IN www.youthchampionrodeo.com
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The Cowboy Perseverance Ranch
Commit to Be Fit
by Rob and Tanya Corzatt
Over the past couple weeks here at CP Ranch there have been a lot of changes. Some of the changes are exciting, but others have created forms of anxiety. When googling the definition of anxiety, the dictionary explains that common signs and symptoms are feeling nervous, restless or tense and having a sense of impending danger, panic or doom. This was definitely evident in some of our barn family as well as some of the horses we have here.
One horse, who is boarded here, has been with us for about five years. His owner and I are working together to continue his training and we are introducing maneuvers that have proven to be somewhat challenging for him. He acts nervous and restless and will not hesitate to challenge us when he isn’t sure about what we are asking. Rob and I also
purchased a new project horse for ourselves in mid May and when she got here she was very anxious. At first, I was unable to catch her, but once this was accomplished, I began a basic stick and stretc. ing desensitizing exercise. She had a big reaction as if she was in danger and was very reactive and panicking.
Many members of our barn family have been experiencing challenging circumstances. These experiences ranged from the loss of a loved one, financial changes in business, unexpected reactions from their horses at the show arena, overwhelming schedules, vehicle or trailer breakdown and more. Symptoms I have witnessed with some of our barn family, have been that they put up a wall, go into temporary seclusion, become panicky and extremely defensive, experience physical discomfort, become depressed, suffer from a lack of sleep and also exude a lot of frustration. I
am not exempt from feeling many of these symptoms. I have had anxiety with unexpected changes that occur around here. So, what do we do to gain better control of these overwhelming feelings?
I can tell you from my own experience that when I feel anxious and overwhelmed, I want to phone my sister to get things off my chest. However, I have not read anything in scripture that says that is what anyone is supposed to do. I Peter 5:7 says to “…cast your anxiety on him because he cares for you!”
Philippians 4:6 instructs us to “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” This is a spiritual exercise that we need to practice. In the same way that we exercise to tone up our bodies we also need to exercise and condition ourselves to reach out to the Lord so we can become more spiritually fit. This is something I have not been able to naturally do. I have had to condition myself to resist the urge to pick up the phone to call my sister and instead pick up and fold my hands and phone our Lord and savior. As we get better at exercising for spiritual fitness Philippians 4:7 tells us “And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
In order to become more spiritually fit, and to live in accordance with God’s will, we must be dedicated, continue to practice, persevere and commit ourselves to the Christian life. This doesn’t mean things will be smooth sailing. The Christian life is a battle against evil forces. As we continue to condition ourselves, we will grow in faith and character.
If any of you have trained a totally green horse you know it
is an incredible and sometimes daunting process, but it is an amazing journey and extremely rewarding to see the growth and changes. The new project horse we brought home mid-May has made wonderful progress in controlling her anxiety, but there is definitely much more room for growth. Our personal, spiritual journey is no different! The Bible states that we need to fight the good fight and persevere to the end. My friends, my prayer for all of us is that we will find that peace which transcends all understanding and become stronger and exceedingly spiritually fit.
May you be blessed on your ride!
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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1 Marion, OH HJT BR, CBR GL
8 Crawfordsville, IN PAC BR, CBR GL 14 Bruceton Mills, WV DJ BR IP/AP/GL
15 Paulding, OH RE BR, CBR GL
17 Circleville, OH RE BR, CBR GL
18 Fort Wayne ABP BR, CBR IP/GL
22 Angola, IN DJ BR IP/AP/GL
26 Greenfield, IN TK BR, CBR IP/MS/GL
27 Greenfield, IN TK BR IP/GL
29 Tiffin, OH A-BAR CBR GL
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5 Marion, OH A-BAR BR, CBR GL
9 London, OH A-BAR BR, CBR GL
10 Wilmington, OH DJ BR IP/AP/GL
11 West Union, OH DJ BR IP/AP/GL
12 Bellefontaine, OH RE BR, CBR GL
13 Dayton, OH DJ BR IP/AP/GL
13 Crawfordsville, IN PAC BR, CBR GL
14 Kendalville, IN A-BAR BR, CBR GL
16 Bucyrus, OH A-BAR BR, CBR GL
17 Oak Harber, OH DJ BR IP/AP/GL
18 Wellston, OH DJ BR IP/AP/GL
18 Lebanon, OH A-BAR BR, CBR GL
19 Hilliard, OH A-BAR BR, CBR GL
22 Valparaiso, IN ABP BR, CBR IP/GL
25 Marysville, OH A-BAR BR, CBR GL
25 Greenfield, IN TK BR IP/GL
26 Goshin, IN ABP BR, CBR IP/GL
27 Tiffin, OH A-BAR BR, CBR GL
27 Louisa, KY KBR BR, CBR GL
30 Xenia, OH RE BR, CBR GL
PRODUCER: (additional producers/events may be added)
A-BAR: A-Bar Rodeo Productions/Pat Ayers
ABP: ABP Rodeo Company/Aaron & Bobbie Platt
DJ: Diamond J. Ranch and Rodeo Co./David Johnson
HJT: Hayden Townsend Rodeo/Hayden Townsend KBR: King Brothers Rodeo/Steve King
RE: Rough E Rodeo Productions/Luke & Lindsey Elton
22-23 Marion, OH FINALS BR, CBR GL to be held at Vets Memorial Coliseum
1st Sanction Rules — GLCBRA Members are exempt from permit fee. GL — Great Lakes Championship Bull Riding Association IP — IPRA • AP — APRA • MS — MSRA GREAT LAKES EVENTS
GLCBRA events eligible for points. Producer may have more, ie Full Rodeo BR = Bull Riding
CBR = Cowgirl Barrel Racing
Western Dressage
The Art of Balance: Crafting a Harmonious Partnership Between Horse and Rider
by Kelley Bitter
In equestrian sports, achieving a balanced partnership between horse and rider is paramount for success. This synergy not only leads to high scores in competitions but also deepens the mutual respect and understanding between the two. At the heart of this relationship are precise transitions, consistent rhythm, and fluid movements. Let’s explore these elements in detail and examine how some of the top riders accomplish this harmonious balance.
Techniques for Achieving Balance
From the Rider’s Perspective
Maintaining an upright and balanced posture is crucial for riders, ensuring their weight is evenly distributed. This balance enables smoother communication with the horse through subtle cues. Advanced riders often engage in cross-training activities like Pilates or yoga to enhance their core strength and body awareness, which are essential for maintaining stability and control in the saddle. Effective communication with the horse relies on the rider’s ability to use soft yet precise rein aids. This involves maintaining light contact with the horse’s mouth, allowing for clear and respectful signals. Olympic dressage champion Charlotte Dujardin emphasizes the importance of ‘feeling’ the horse through the reins, creating a dialogue rather than a monologue.
A rider’s mental state significantly influences the horse. Practicing
mindfulness and staying calm under pressure helps riders maintain their focus and transmit a sense of security to the horse.
From the Horse’s Perspective
Horses seek confident leaders. Riders must establish trust through consistent handling and fair treatment, which helps the horse feel secure and willing to cooperate. One technique that works well is building trust through groundwork exercises before progressing to riding. Regular and varied training routines ensure the horse remains physically fit and flexible, which is essential for executing precise movements and transitions. Incorporating lateral movements such as shoulder-in and leg-yield can improve the horse’s suppleness and responsiveness. Horses respond best to clear, consistent cues. Riders should practice patience and avoid rushing the training process, allowing the horse to fully understand and respond to each request.
Achieving a harmonious partnership between horse and rider is an art that demands dedication, understanding, and mutual respect. By focusing on body awareness, clear communication, and mental calmness, riders can create a balanced and responsive relationship with their horses, leading to greater success both in and out of the competition arena. Here are some ways to improve your ride and how the judge scores overall movement.
Importance of Precise Transitions, Consistent Rhythm, and Fluid Movements
Transitions between gaits (walk, trot, canter) should be smooth and seamless. These movements test the horse’s responsiveness and the rider’s ability to communicate effectively. One exercise is to practice walk-trot-walk transitions on a 20-meter circle, focusing on maintaining a steady pace and gentle cues. In Western Dressage, smooth and seamless transitions between gaits—such as walk, trot, and canter—are critical. These transitions not only test the horse’s responsiveness but also highlight the rider’s ability to communicate effectively with gentle cues.
Positive Transitions: Points are gained each time a transition is executed smoothly and seamlessly. Judges look for fluidity, promptness, and minimal disruption in rhythm. Consistently positive transitions throughout a performance will result in higher scores.
Negative Transitions: Points are lost whenever transitions are abrupt, uneven, or show resistance from the horse. Issues like breaking gait, hesitating, or inconsistent pacing can lead to deductions. Each flawed transition impacts the overall score negatively.
A steady rhythm ensures that the horse moves in a relaxed and balanced manner, which is critical for both performance and comfort. Use a metronome to help maintain a consistent rhythm during different gaits. This can be particularly useful when practicing dressage tests. Another way to find music that has the same beat as your horse’s footfalls. Sing it or hum it while riding. Fluidity in movements indicates a well-coordinated partnership where the horse and rider move as one. This requires both parties to be attuned to each other’s signals and movements. Incorporate serpentines and figure-eight patterns into your routine to encourage fluid changes of direction and maintain balance.
In Western Dressage, judges place significant emphasis on rhythm as it reflects the horse’s natural cadence and the rider’s ability to sustain it consistently. A steady tempo across all gaits—walk, trot, and canter—is crucial, as it signifies relaxation and balance. Regularity in the horse’s footfalls is also essential, with each stride being even and predictable, indicating natural and unforced movement. Any irregularities, such as uneven strides or inconsistent tempo, suggest tension or lack of training and result in point deductions. Additionally, a relaxed and comfortable horse usually maintains
Straight From the Horse’s Mouth: Sports Medicine, Tricky Cases and Deciphering Diagnostic Modalities
If you’ve ever wondered how veterinarians hone their sleuthing skills, if your horse qualifies for a ‘sports medicine’ vet or what all those hightech diagnostic thingamajigs DO, you are not alone! We hope you’ll join the Kentucky Horse Council and a team of veterinarians from Hagyard Equine Medical Institute for our Summer Dinner and Discussion on Tuesday, July 16, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Hagyard Equine Medical Institute’s Sport Horse Complex. All equine enthusiasts are welcomed and audience questions are encouraged. With experience in caring for everything from hunters, jumpers,
Saddlebreds, trail horses, eventers, dressage, reining horses and more, the veterinarians at Hagyard Equine Medical Institute are some of the best in the world— and they’ve seen some of the most interesting cases.
This multi-doctor panel will go over some of their more-unusual cases, offering how they came to a diagnosis and what modalities they used to do so. They will also offer insight into the diagnostics available at Hagyard and on what types of cases these modalities perform best. These include nuclear scintigraphy, ultrasound MRI, Hallmarq standing MRI and MILE-PET scan.
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a steady rhythm, while tension or stiffness leads to abrupt, choppy movements that negatively impact scores. Balance plays a critical role too, as a balanced horse effortlessly maintains rhythm, allowing for fluid transitions and smooth changes in direction.
Points Gained: A steady rhythm ensures the horse moves in a relaxed and balanced manner. Techniques like using a metronome or riding to music that matches the horse’s footfalls can help maintain consistency across different gaits. Judges reward performances where the horse maintains a consistent tempo and rhythm.
Points Lost: Points are deducted when the horse’s rhythm is irregular, which could indicate tension or imbalance. This includes uneven strides, rushing, or a lack of coordination between gaits.
Points Gained: Fluid movements signify a well-coordinated partnership, with both horse and rider moving in unison. Incorporating exercises like serpentines and figure-eight patterns can improve fluidity and balance. Judges look for seamless changes of direction and smooth transitions between movements.
Points Lost: Abrupt or jerky movements result in point deductions. This includes stiff transitions, resistance during movements, or lack of synchronization between horse and rider.
Points Gained: Points are awarded for a harmonious performance where the horse is responsive to the rider’s cues and both appear attuned to each other. Effective communication is key, and this is demonstrated through gentle, yet clear signals.
Points Lost: Lack of responsiveness or visible miscommunication between horse and rider leads to point losses. This includes delayed reactions to cues, visible signs of frustration from either party or inconsistent performance.
Eagles Nest Equestrian: A Hub for Balanced Partnership Training
At Eagles Nest Equestrian, riders can access top-notch training programs focused on creating a balanced partnership between horse and rider. The facility offers:
• Personalized Riding Lessons: Tailored to individual needs, ensuring specific areas of improvement are addressed.
• Mental Performance Coaching: Helping riders develop strategies to stay focused and calm, translating to a more composed and effective riding style.
• Advanced Training Clinics: Hosted by expert trainers who provide insights into achieving harmony and precision in riding. A balanced partnership between horse and rider is the cornerstone of equestrian success. Through dedicated training, clear communication, and mutual respect, both horse and rider can achieve remarkable
Kentucky are in an enviable position: We not only have access to a world-class veterinary hospital with state-of-the-art diagnostics and imaging capabilities like Hagyard, we also have the best veterinarians in the world at the ready to assist in all manner of veterinary cases,” said Jen Roytz, co-owner of Brownstead Farm in Versailles, Ky., and vice president of the Kentucky Horse Council. “As the old adage goes, ‘knowledge is power,’ and the more knowledgeable we as horse owners are about the diagnostics and treatment modalities available, the better prepared we will be to manage our horses effectively, should they become injured.”
This dinner is part of the Horse Council’s Dinner and Discussion event series, which provides an educational and social venue for equine professionals and horse enthusiasts from all breeds and disciplines to share ideas, business strategies and knowledge; and to obtain up-to-date information on horse and farm management, as well as on issues affecting the equine industry.
For details and reservations for the July 16 event, visit https://kentuckyhorse.org/ event-5773291/Registration. Tickets are $35.
harmony and high scores. By incorporating these practices and seeking guidance from establishments like Eagles Nest Equestrian, riders can continue to refine their skills and foster deeper connections with their equine partners.
Don’t forget to check out my blog at www.theconfidenthorseman.com and visit our Facebook at Eagles Nest Equestrian in Shalersville, Ohio.
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Linda Mars and the Mars Portfolio of Equine-Focused Products and Services Partner with Equine Network, LLC, to Launch My Senior Horse
My Senior Horse aims to provide invaluable support to owners and managers of senior equids.
Equine Network, LLC, announced the launch of MySeniorHorse. com, an innovative platform aspiring to be the world’s leading source of information for horses, ponies, donkeys and mules that are 15 years of age and older. The site is launched in partnership with Linda Mars and the Mars portfolio of equine-focused products and services which include BUCKEYE™ Nutrition, SPILLERS™, WALTHAM™ Equine Studies Group, ANTECH™, SOUND® and MARS EQUESTRIAN™.
An important and growing subset of the horse population, senior horses (15 years of age and older) has been increasing and may represent up to one-third of the global equine population (Ireland 2016). As research continues to help equestrians understand how to better take care of aging horses, MySeniorHorse.com will serve as an avenue to distribute pertinent information.
The Mars portfolio of equine-focused products and services support senior equids through research, educational scholarships and fellowships, sponsorship, nutrition products and diagnostics that support senior horse health, performance, behavior and welfare.
Additionally, Linda Mars, philanthropist and avid horsewoman, has supported senior equids for many years, most recently with the opening of the Linda Mars Aged Horse Care and Education Facility at the University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment’s C. Oran Little Research Farm.
“It’s an honor to partner with Equine Network on MySeniorHorse. com,” Linda Mars said. “I am proud to support this website as a way to get important, accurate and timely research as well as key general information into the hands of horse owners who are caring for these seniors, day in and day out.”
“Collaboration on this site, with knowledgeable experts from around the world, will allow the research to stay relevant,” said Pat Harris, head of the WALTHAM™ Equine Studies Group. “The research will go farther, helping to change the way we care for senior equids and further supporting their wellbeing, behavior, performance and longevity.”
The mission of MySeniorHorse.com is to help educate and assist owners and managers of horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules that are 15 years or older to support the health and welfare of senior equids. The vision of MySeniorHorse.com is to be the world’s leading source of information on horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules that are 15 years of age or older through a focused website, social medias, videos, and many other content elements and platforms. An international advisory board, with members who are global experts with particular emphasis on senior horses, ponies, donkeys and mules, oversees the website’s core educational content, helping to ensure accurate and up-to-date information.
The partnership of MySeniorHorse.com helps the Mars portfolio of equine-focused products and services live out their mission to create a better world for horses. For more information about My Senior Horse and to access the resources, visit www.MySeniorHorse.com.
References: J.L. Ireland; Demographics, management, preventive health care and disease in aged horses; Vet. Clin. Equine Pract.; (2016)
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Greetings From Your President
In 2024, I’m encouraging all current members to introduce a friend or acquaintance, or an equine-related business to the Ohio Horseman’s Council. If you’re not a member, you might not know OHC is the largest, non-profit volunteer equine organization in Ohio. A membership in a local, county chapter helps the chapter to support a worthy cause or build and maintain bridle trails in state parks and forests.
Earlier this year, the OHC regions held meetings with their chapters and a friendly competition was born where chapters within a region and regions against regions
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ASHTABULA
Rain, rain, go away! Our horse show went on anyway. What a day it was! We all knew the forecast called for thunderstorms but that wasn’t about to stop our club from putting on a fantastic show. Everyone got slightly wet after one fast moving major downpour that included hail. However, after seeking some temporary shelter, almost all the participants made it back to ride for the rest of the day. Last year our club invested a substantial amount of money in buying sand for the arena. This proved to be a huge benefit after the rain as the footing quickly was manageable again. Unexpectedly last minute our food truck was unable to provide service for this show. Thankfully we are a club with members who are always willing to go above and beyond. We had lots of terrific people volunteer their time and with a big group effort they managed to organize a concession stand. Way to go team! We were also super fortunate to have a talented
are now vying for the bragging rights as the ‘best of’ membership recruitment. Everyone knows recruiting isn’t easy. You’re being asked for money to join and support the Ohio Horseman’s Council, but know the money goes to OHC’s chapters and state organization where everyone is dedicated to education, conservation, recreation, and partnership.
Why join the Ohio Horseman’s Council?
Most notably, membership will introduce you to new friends and the chance to share a fellowship with other equestrians who have an appreciation of the outdoors and
PRESIDENT Mary Alice Kuhn 330/413-6589 president@ohconline.com
VICE PRESIDENT Nancy Strayer 740/694-1007 vicepresident@ohconline.com
OHC COUNTY LINES EDITOR Martie Ackerman 713/553-9644 countylineeditor@ohconline.com
enjoyment of equine ownership. However, OHC has a voice at the state and national level representing riders of all ages, riding disciplines, and all equine breeds through partnership with American Horse Council (AHC), State Coalition of Horse Councils and as the equine representative in Ohio Trails Partnership which brings all non-motorized trail users together. The more members in OHC, the louder the voices to those in our government who manage funding for equine activities. It’s because of this unique opportunity, I encourage every horse owner to partner with a larger equine community so
everyone’s voice can be heard. Imagine. Ohio is fourth in the country for horse ownership, behind Texas, California and Florida. That’s 277,000 horses in Ohio per an economic survey recently conducted by AHC. If the owners of those horses were members of OHC, we’d be very, very loud! The future of Ohio’s equestrian community is in everyone’s hands. Working together today, we make an impact tomorrow. Connect with equine enthusiasts and Ohio Horseman’s Council at ohconline. com or our Facebook group. Ride Ohio.
~Mary Alice Kuhn
photographer on hand to capture all the special moments from the day. Brenda Fisher Mclaughlin from Dusty Lane Photography took over 5000 photos of our participants. Despite the weather she stayed with us all day and now we have lots of action shots to remind us of the good time we had. She has since uploaded them to her web page. We highly encourage anyone with interest to check it out, purchase some prints and show her our appreciation! A special thanks to all who helped run our ring crew and those who helped in the
office keeping things organized and running smoothly. We have one show left in this series on July 13. Check back to see who our series winner are.
We hope you will join us for our Dice Ride at the Polo Fields scheduled for Oct. 12!
If you’re not an OHC member we hope you would consider joining one of your local chapters. Whether you prefer the thrill of competition or the peace of the trails, there’s something for everyone. Come join us and be a part of our upbeat, positive community! If you ever want to
Our arena immediately after the rain which drained well with some help.
learn more about who we are and what we do please reach out to us. Our Facebook page is a fantastic way to contact us. Just search Ohio Horseman’s Council Ashtabula Chapter. Another option is to attend a meeting. We have our meetings on the first Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. Ride on!
~Kat Ring
CLARK
Clark County had a fantastic time at our spring campout. The rain held off for the weekend and we
One of our youngest riders, Blair with her Poppop. Photo by Dust Lane Photography. Taking shelter from rain and hail in the horse trailer.
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were able to have some beautiful rides. We had a good turnout with Anne Demmy bringing her young horse Tommy Boy and the Petee’s granddaughter Amelia doubling up with Aunt Stephanie for a ride. She is lucky to have a family that encourages her love of horses. There was plenty of delicious food and desserts to go around. The big surprise came when Chris Rosier pulled up with a horse trailer and pulled out a huge screen and projector. We watched Hidalgo under the moonlight and felt like we were at a drive in theater, except we had a campfire too. A good time was had by all and we look forward to our fall campout. Thanks to Chris and Meredith Rosier for the big screen. Plans are in full swing for an Obstacle Day at Buck Creek in the fall. The tentative date is Sept. 21. It seems like the interest in obstacle courses is growing in the area. I can certainly understand and agree because they are a great activity for your horse and so much fun. Come ride with Clark County!
~Jonna Ledyard
CLERMONT
Greetings from Clermont County. Do you realize summer is half over, and the days are
already getting shorter! I hope everyone baling hay was able to get in a good first cutting, whether it be square bales or round bales. We had an extremely wet beginning for summer but hopefully most were able to get in a good first cutting. Keep track of those trail miles and saddle hours as you ride, whether in Ohio, or riding out of state. Your training hours are also counted toward our county when we apply for grants for additional improvements to the trails.
Our July Camp and Ride is July 19-21, gate opens at noon. Come out to East Fork and enjoy the hard work as we’ve been continuing to improve the trails at East Fork State Park. We usually plan a potluck for Saturday dinner. A new mounting block was added to the Harrison Loop a couple months ago. Thank you to Bert Roy for donating the wood for that project. Trail donations collected at our Camp and Ride were very generous and have allowed for additional improvements to the trails. Every little bit adds up to additional improvements. Even after all the wet weather we have been able to ride the park trails without causing additional damage. If you do see a tree down, or an area that needs attention please add a post to our Facebook page and we will get the issue taken care of as quickly as possible.
Clermont County Fair is July 21-27. The 4-H horse committee is always looking for volunteers. If you can volunteer for even a few hours, from registration to just taking care of the arena gates, any help you can offer is greatly appreciated. Check the Clermont County Fair website for additional information and the horse show schedule. Clermont County OHC will be sponsoring three classes at the fair this year. Come out and support our future horsemen in our county. As we start looking forward to some cooler weather for all our fall rides, and of course, the horse flies in July and August, this is just a reminder that those flies can be horrendous. My horses enjoy some stall time with fans when the temperatures increase.
We do not have a Camp and Ride scheduled for August as the summer heat has usually set it, and since our Applegate Horseman Area is primitive, the
heat can be a bit uncomfortable. Who wants to ride when it’s the dog days of summer. Until next month, ride safe, and God bless.
~LaWana Bogard CLINTON
Hello fellow horsemen and women, I hope your summer started off in the saddle! For me it has. Memorial week I went to my favorite place to ride; the Big South Fork in Tennessee. Member Abby Fox has a cabin there we stayed at. My sisters flew up from Florida to come ride all week. There was record breaking inches of rain and we weren’t able to cross the river to the OW trails. At the community White Oak they have trails around the development which we took advantage off. We then trailered over to East Fork Stables. They have 12k of acres of trails that are well maintained. If not camping there you only pay $13 to park and ride. They have port-a-potties, mounting blocks and pull through parking! The trails are amazing as you will see by these three photos, the over looks are so beautiful! It is myself, my sister Connee Hancock, and Connie Westphal. If you haven’t been, you need to plan a trip!
We are not having meetings over the summer; we will post on Facebook when we start back up in September. Also rides and campouts will be posted if a group event!
I was talking to some horse folks, and one said “well, I don’t like riding groups because I’m still working/training my horse!” I said all rides are training rides! Are we not always working and learning with our horses? She stated, “but I need to stop and do circles sometimes.” I told her “Well, you then need to be riding with people that understand that you need to do this!” I know there are times we have to do circles,
and not just once on the trail. We are horsemen helping horsemen, speak up...we will stop while you do your corrections, we all understand our amazing horses weren’t born knowing how to be a trail horse, we taught them to be a trail horse!
Have an amazing, safe summer, take a kid riding and see the future!
~Sue Lamb
CUYAHOGA
Come ride in our beautiful Cleveland Metroparks bridle trails. With some 100 miles of trail in seven reservations there is a trail for everyone to enjoy. Each reservation has its own beauty and challenges. Rocky River is busy with many river crossings and the Lewis Show Ring holding various shows throughout the summer. The high rock cliffs are a joy to see as you travel along the river banks. Mill Stream Run Reservation is linear with wonderful challenges for you and your horse. Underpasses, overpasses, cool creeks and a few wide busy roads with the help of traffic lights. It is amazing to see how well horses take it all in. Brecksville Reservation where, with a permit through Visitors Services, small groups can stay overnight with horse and trailer at the Meadows Trailhead. Bedford Reservation has its choice of narrow natural or wide groomed trails. Park at the Astorhurst Park Trailhead or Jacks Place Trailhead and ride the rim of Tinkers Creek Gorge some 220 feet below. Enjoy the beauty of Bridal Veil Falls and cross the gorge at both ends of the reservation while
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keeping in mind if the water is high and swift you don’t do so. South Chagrin Reservation has its beautiful Polo Field Trailhead and is another place you may stay with a permit. Fifteen miles of trail and an additional trail that leads you to the Geauga Parks Holbrook Hollow bridle trails is not to be missed. North Chagrin Reservation has a large trailhead and plenty of room and beautiful 15 miles of trails offers a look at Squires Castle and Strawberry Pond where you can tie your horse and have a lunch at the picnic table. Hinckley Reservation a quiet trail with several loops or dog legs to enjoy. This reservation is busy with equine use and much enjoyed. Check out the maps on clevelandmetroparks.com or contact me or one of our officers for help. Cuyahoga, Medina and Summit County Chapters hold their joint State Ride Weekend at the Cleveland Metroparks South Chagrin Reservation Polo Field Sept. 27-29. Contact Rosemary Young for registration 440/3827980.
Cleveland Metroparks Mounted Police Unit will hold their Ride the Beach Fundraiser for its seventh year. Cuyahoga County OHC is an official community sponsor along with CenterraPurina and the support of Big Dee’s Tack and Vet Supply. The Mounted Unit wants to share the Lakefront Reservation with all riders this October. Bring your own horse and ride the Cleveland shoreline of Edgewater Beach on beautiful Lake Erie. Lots of time for pictures, a tour of the area, walk or gallop on the sandy beach and time in the water where you may even choose to swim with your horse. This fundraiser helps the Mounted Unit purchase equipment and take part in special training with their horses. Each group is limited to 18 riders with a mounted police escort. Ticket sales will be online and begin July 26 at 9 a.m. Space is limited and tickets sell very fast. Visit https:// www.clevelandmetroparks.com/ parks/calendar/2024/lakefront/ ride-the-beach for available ride times and more information. Enjoy your summer and join an OHC Chapter. We warmly welcome new members in Cuyahoga Chapter and I hope to meet you soon.
~Penny Passalaqua
DELAWARE
Happy July to all! With summer
in full swing now, it sure is nice to see how many of our fellow horseback riding enthusiasts are enjoying the bridle trails at Alum Creek State Park.
Our trail maintenance volunteers, lead by Bobbi Arters, have been working diligently maintaining the close to 40 miles of trails at our ‘adopted’ park. All four trails continue to see their share of maintenance and improvements, whether it be from removing downed trees, trimming back abundant overgrowth, rerouting sections of trail to avoid wet areas, etc. I would be remiss if I failed to give a special shoutout to trail crew member, Carole Bosich, who personally devotes countless hours walking and trimming weeds along the bridle trails. She is our ‘weed-wacker’ extraordinaire!
Our trail maintenance crew typically meet every Tuesday morning, weather permitting. Please contact Bobbi Arters for more details. Your help is greatly appreciated.
Our June meeting featured a live demonstration by Ms. Taryn Stillwell entitled, ‘Introduction to bodywork for the recreational riding horse’ had not yet occurred at the time this column was written. Additional highlights from this presentation will be shared in next month’s article.
Mark your calendar to join us this month—Friday, July 12 beginning at 7 p.m. at Henmick Farm and Brewery at 4380 N Old State Road, Delaware. Enjoy a
relaxing evening with friends and fellow horse lovers with pizza furnished by our chapter. Please bring a dessert to share if possible. Until next month, wishing everyone a blessed and Happy Fourth of July! Happy Trails!
~Theresa Burke
ERIE
Greetings from Erie County! Our May meeting was scheduled for the Smokey Road pavilion. However, with the rain we moved into the Park House, which was right next store. We welcomed Mark Malone (EMP) as he introduced Melissa Price, the new Executive Director of Erie MetroParks. It was nice to meet her. She is very enthusiastic and happy with the collaboration between OHC and Erie Metro parks. The May meeting was well attended with a full agenda. Donations were made to the EMP Nature center. We were also able to support Skyview Ranch with a monetary donation toward their new round pen project. However, we are not all work and no play. The Memorial Weekend campout at Reed Road Wranglers Campground was well attended. The muchawaited campout brought hot temperatures on Friday, complemented by mosquitos. We persevered and got many good riding miles anyway. Patty brought her new Quarter Horse, Blue Haze. It was his first camping trip. Turned out he was quite the escape artist. But true to his sense of safety, he decided to hang out with the rest of the herd on the high line. He did quite well after the first night, and was quite content after that. Fellowship, good food, campfires and fun times kept us all busy. We even played picnic table ping pong! The next weekend, the destination was Mohican State Park. The weather was better and there were not many mosquitos. Cathy
brought her young horse, Oakley His first night on the high line was pretty good. I think we have two new horses camping with us this summer! Some of us rode to the lodge, others explored all the trails around camp. We met up Saturday night at the pavilion for a TexMex potluck. Campfires, horses and good conversations shared are the best!
Life is better on the trail!
~Shelley Hayes
FAIRFIELD
Our chapter had a great turnout for the Memorial Day weekend camping trip that was held at Hocking Hills. Every spot in the state camp was full, and most of them were Fairfield OHC members. Everyone enjoyed
Trail volunteers hard at work.
Bobbi Arters, trail maintenance leader.
Carole Bosich weedwacking. Rainy Mohican ride.
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the fish fry that was held on Saturday evening. A big thanks to our chapter president, Chris Streitenberger, for catching and frying the fish for us all to enjoy. I was able to catch a couple pictures on my phone from the ride, I have included them with this article. My favorite is our treasurer (and state treasurer), Margaret Hite enjoying a cool drink from the Artesian Well (please don’t kill me Margaret). I was also able to catch Bill and Kim Smith returning to camp after a great ride. Love to see them smiling.
Our next meeting will be July 14, 7 p.m. at Pizza Cottage in Lancaster, and our next scheduled rides are July 3-8 at Zaleski. Should be a fun time, come out and join us.
~Tanna Rhoads
FULTON
Summer is here and the days are getting shorter. How did that happen already? It seems like we were just dealing with April showers. Oh, and May showers, and June showers…we thought the mud was never going to go away! Some of our members attended the Northwest Regional meeting in May. While we are very disappointed that the state ride in September at Van Buren was cancelled because renovations at the park are not expected to be
done, we are excited that Al is trying to set up an event for our members on the same weekend. It won’t be a state ride or even a regional ride, just a ride for NW members. Many members had already scheduled to camp that weekend and are thrilled to have somewhere to go with this great group of people.
Our Memorial weekend camping trip to Pleasant Hill Lake Park was fantastic. In spite of rain, a tornado warning and various mechanical issues and other challenges, a small group of members and friends had a great time. You can’t beat camping, riding and dining with family and friends at such a nice facility. Some members have return trips planned for this year.
Our weenie roast on National Trails Day at Oak Openings was well attended. At one point, we had 40 people gathered around enjoying the hotdogs grilled by Art, chips and water, and cookies provided by our members. We recruited a couple of new members again this year and visited with many old friends. The trails were good, bugs weren’t bad and it was a beautiful day!
The June chapter meeting was our annual pizza party at Reed Road. Thirty-four members attended. We finalized plans for our campout at Farmlane with riding at Waterloo June 2123 and we discussed volunteer opportunities to work on trails with park personnel. Our July 2 meeting will be our annual picnic at Reed Road with a new twist —a pie contest. Jack says the participants will be the judges. I don’t know how that’s going to work. August 10 will be our chapter chili cook off and Cowboy Olympic Games during a camping weekend at Reed Road. I can’t wait to hear what Jack has in store for us!
Our meetings are usually on the first Tuesday of the month and are currently held at Reed Road Ranglers at 7 p.m. Check our
website, www.fcohc.com, our Facebook page: Fulton County Ohio Horseman’s Council or our Facebook group Fulton County OHC to see what we’re up to in real time. We also try to keep our page on the OHC state website up to date. Happy trails! ~Kathy Brown
GEAUGA
Yes, this is the article for July. Summer just moves way too fast. The Nora Stanton Memorial Ride and lunch was held on May 18. The weather was nice for riding, not raining and cold as in some past years. Attendees enjoyed visiting with each other and delicious food. At least two of the prize winners were in attendance to receive their awards. Congratulations to Rachel Vanek for her 2023 report of 747 miles with a lifetime achievement of 10,735 miles. The most traveled park was West Woods. Thank you to Linda Golding for leading this event. There will be a general meeting on July 9 and a ride planned for July 20 at Squires Castle. Please check the updated calendar.
“I am still under the impression that there is nothing alive quite so beautiful as a horse.”—John Galsworthy ~Cecilia Hanish
GREENE
Greetings fellow riders. Ohio weather is rather rainy and unpredictable! However, Greene County had several workdays in May and we cleared a few trails and added tie lines to the camping area at Caesar Ford Park. Some of the team mowed the trails and prairie areas and the trails were very good. We added a commemorative bench dedicated to the Jeremiah Tree organization that assists men with drug and alcohol addiction. The Jerimiah
Tree organization assists us with trail work and putting up tie lines, mounting blocks and other maintenance at the park.
Some of the Greene County Horse Council folks participated in the Preble County Good Friday ride and the Obstacle Course in April and a good time was had by all involved.
Regrettably, the Greene County Horse Council had to cancel the State Ride to be held on June 7-9 at Caesar Ford Park due to unforeseen circumstances to the campground area.
Greene County Horse Council will host a Southwest Regional Day Ride at Caesar Ford Park on Saturday, Sept. 21. This is a day ride and there will be guided tours of the park trails. A potluck meal is planned that will be served around 3 p.m. More information is coming soon.
Greene County held a Dine to Donate fundraiser at Jasper Kitchen in Jasper, Ohio, for the Greene County Horse Council. Many members attended the fundraiser and had a great time. We would like to welcome our new members and we are happy to have you as a member of the Greene County OHC. In the upcoming summer months, we will be planning several rides with our members. Stay tuned for more information on the rides. Let’s hit the trails!
~Cindra Phillips
HAMILTON
Happy July from Hamilton County! As a club, we are knee deep into the moonlight ride, parade, and trail riding season.
Bill and Kim Smith enjoying Hocking Hills.
State Treasurer Margaret Hite getting a cool drink at Artesian Well.
Art at National Trails Day.
Commemorative bench.
Suzie Smith, Cindra Phillips, Elizabeth Smith, Carole Cornwell and Larry Minton.
Jerry and workers at the park.
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Our first Moonlight ride of the year was absolutely lovely. Members Ronda Austing, Linda Boiman, Amy Brockman, Sara Fehring, Mike, Ann and Kristin Frederick, and Dick and Sarah Stuart enjoyed beautiful weather, a delightful ride, a stunning sunset, and wonderful comradery spending the night watching the northern lights change the stars on the horizon from sparkling white to a beautiful pale pink color. Many thanks go to Great Parks of Hamilton County for allowing us access to Miami Whitewater Forest Shaker Trace Trail after dark.
Our first parade of the year, the Crosby Township Memorial Day parade, was sadly cancelled due to thunderstorms and tornadic weather conditions. Weather conditions improved just in time for our parade division to attend the Western Hills Veterans Council’s 73rd Memorial Day parade held in Cheviot, Ohio. Members Steve Bleser, Heather Eckstein, Mike, Ann and Kristin Frederick, Judi Gangloff, Linda Gerding, Ann Shatto, and Dick and Sarah Stuart showed up, supporting veterans and sharing a unique experience with their horses. Many thanks go to parade committee chairs, Sarah and Dick Stuart for taking on the responsibly of being HC-OHC’s parade committee chairs. Member and book club chair, Ann Shatto led our June book club
meeting. Generally meeting at a centrally located Panara Bread store, this close knit, relaxed, dedicated group not only discusses the book they are currently reading, but also their personal life experiences with horses. Yes, it is good to break bread and share life experiences with your tribe! Many thanks go book club chair Ann Shatto for starting this new venture for our club.
We invite you to hang out with our fun horse tribe! Join our club and share in the fun at our many upcoming events which include: July 4, a star-spangled banner 4th of July parade hosted by the city of Harrison; July 18, book club meeting; and our July 20, Moonlight Ride on the Miami Whitewater Forest Shaker Trace Trail. There will be no regularly scheduled club meeting for July.
To find out more information about HC-OHC, view our event calendar, and access our membership application link, please go online to OHC’s website, ohconline.com. Once there, go to ‘find chapter’ and then select or type in ‘Hamilton County’ in the search bar. You can also follow us on Facebook at ‘Ohio Horseman’s Council Hamilton County Chapter’.
~Ann Frederick
HOCKING
Surprise...I’m back! I want to give a huge thank you to Laura Owing for giving me a muchneeded break from writing these articles. I was getting very stressed over it, when it was supposed to be a fun thing. I am ready to pick back up where I left off.
The club members have been embracing the warmer weather and longer days as summer is here in full swing! Some members are enjoying going to competitions while others are enjoying camping and campfire stories.
Some of the places that our members have been are Stone Church, Hocking and Zaleski State forests.
A few of the competitions, which I can see on Facebook are mounted shooting and going to horse shows. We have a few members with younger horses coming up. It is always fun to see the progress that they are making Our big yearly event is right around the corner and everyone is invited! This would be our Sixth Annual Cowboy Larry’s ride at Hocking on July 19-21. Here are the details: The cash raffle tickets are out. Remember this is one of the few fundraisers we do so please do your part. We are taking orders for the sixth annual ride at Cowboy Larry’s T-shirts. You must pay for your shirt(s) before they will be ordered. T-shirts are $12 each. Please contact Dianna Lowe with your size and color if you would like to order.
Saturday, July 20, Donna Shade/aka The Vacation Vaquera has volunteered to lead a group out of camp at 10 a.m. Many of our members go out on their own, but Donna will take out
anyone who is unfamiliar with the trails or just be available for those who want to ride out with her. Later that evening, the club is planning a potluck dinner, as well as a benefit auction. We will be auctioning a donated saddle with proceeds donated to Kicking It Country 4-H club. There will be a variety of other donated items for auction. This is our biggest fundraiser for our club. The more, the merrier—come for the ride and stay for the auction! Our club is very family friendly and meet at the Home Tavern 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. Until next time, happy trails and enjoy July!
~Donna Shade
HOLMES
Welcome to summer! So far so good. It has been a little damp around here but the woods have been cool and relatively bug free. Our Mohican work weekend went very well. It was well attended. We very much appreciate all the volunteers who gave up a beautiful Saturday morning to come to Mohican and work. Thank you to the Wayne County members who attended. There were attendees from not only Holmes and Wayne but also Stark and Medina. Pete and Cheryl Jacobson brought a gas-powered splitter which kept many helpers busy all morning. The woodshed is now full. A couple trees were taken off the trails. The camp restroom was deep cleaned. Drains were cleared and camping alcoves were raked out and cleaned. Just a reminder to all who camp at Mohican, manure can be spread in the woods but hay must be raked up and taken home. This is a forestry rule. We had a great meal Saturday evening and a great campfire. President Vickie Zook organized a hay stack supper which worked out very well. Bob Picklesimer held service Sunday morning. We had eight rigs camping. There was a little rain Friday afternoon, but the riding was great all weekend. There will be another work weekend in September. Our meetings are held the first Monday of the month in the Holmes County Jobs and Services building. The August
Ann Shatto, Memorial Day 2024.
Dick Stuart, Memorial Day 2024.
Sarah Stuart, Memorial Day 2024.
Isee and Mav showing in Halter.
Some of the gang riding at Uncle Bucks.
Donna and Athena’s first win at mounted shooting.
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meeting will be changed due to Holmes County Fair week. Our upcoming meetings will center on planning the Labor Day Camp Aug. 30 through Sept. 2. Several members are out camping in various locations and I hope to get a short report and some pictures from their adventures. Member Leroy Duncan went to Findlay College to watch his good roan colt compete in reining. The colt came away with a check at his first show. We hope to go see him work sometime.
We are planning to attend the Northeast Regional Ride July 4-7 sponsored by Wayne County. Cowboys for Jesus will have a camp Aug. 2-4. The Central Regional ride will be July 19-21 at Wills Creek-Fallon Park. We have been getting out to two Mohican camps and some day riding. Salt Fork is beautiful and the trails are in great shape and well-marked. Wills Creek has great trails and an excellent map. Happy trails!
~Bev Hanna KNOX
Greetings and happy trails from Knox County! May started with a club camping weekend
at Tar Hallow that only a few hardy members attended due to bad weather. With no other scheduled rides on our calendar for May, members have been spread out at various favorite places although 19 members met at Alum Creek for a day ride. Later in the month, we held our monthly meeting at Kingdom Reins farm, home of member Rachel Scarbetta who runs a faith-based riding program. After a pizza buffet, Rachel told us about her program and how she came to start it. We were very impressed with two of her young students, Hope (age 7) and sister Harmony (age 5). It was a very nice, inspiring evening and we thank Rachel for sharing her home and program with us.
We are looking forward to our campout at Great Seal (including the outdoor drama Tecumseh) in July. Coming up on Aug. 3, KCOHC will be having a ‘three
ring’ Obstacle Challenge. Come and compete in three areas (or ‘rings’) with three different judges, each with obstacles representing a different theme. We won’t let you in on what the themes are, but we promise challenging and fun obstacles. We start at 11 a.m. at Thayer Ridge Park in Mt. Vernon. Entry fee is $20. Food will be available and we have tons of raffle prizes. Check our Facebook page for the flyer and for more information call Cindy at 614/296-7893.
We still meet the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at Thayer Ridge Park. Join us at a meeting, an event or ride with us down Ohio’s beautiful trails!
~Cindy Cossin
LAKE
Bang! Bang, Boom! Bang! Happy July Fourth! Members of our Lake chapter will be out riding in one of the many parades or parks near them on this holiday.
In May and June our riders went to clinics and volunteered, as well as, working with their horses. Rosemary took her horse, Hope to a Premier Mountain and Trail Clinic at Stone Gate Farm. Kelly Chapman gave the clinic, encouraging each rider to bond with their horse. Rosemary and Hope bonded well, as she led Hope through each natural obstacle. Rosemary feels that she broadened her knowledge of trust between horse and rider while completing the various challenges.
Our chapter also held their own small obstacle challenge at North Chagrin. Members brought their own obstacles and set up many stations. Tina loved carrying the American flag. Barb J’s horse was calm throughout. Most challenging was grabbing a kayak paddle leaning against a fence and hitting a large rubber ball to a goal. Marci won a $25 gift certificate to Big D’s. Rosemary
observed and encouraged all. Rosemary also rode at West Woods on the Nora Stanton Memorial Ride. Some members attended Horse Fest at Lake Farm Park where they viewed various equine activities. On National Trails Day, June 1, Tina and Colleen visited Ashtabula County and rode on the Ashtabula Gulf Trail where they had a fun time. One of our members, myself, volunteered with Free Spirit Farm owned by Kris Ropp, who runs a regular lesson and training facility. Kris started an outreach program to introduce horses to children and adults who would normally not have access to them. Rescue Village, an animal rescue facility in Novelty, offers a safe environment for those loving animals to discover the joy, comfort, and significance of domestic animals. Rescue Village has weekly summer camps. Kris’s Crew brought Buck, a Dutch Warmblood Pinto and Fancy, an American Paint. Kris taught the children to groom and to lead a horse. The volunteers assisted with each child. The smiles and laughter told us that the children were thrilled with Kris’s directions and warmth. One particular rooster kept crowing his own comments about Buck and Fancy. Buck gave him ‘the look’, and Fancy just ignored him. Keep your riding safe and fun.
~Rayneen Tisovic
LAWRENCE
Hello gang, it has been a rainy
Hay stack dinner Saturday night.
Camp alcove cleaners.
Wood splitting work crew.
Teresa and Mike at Alum Creek.
Rachel, Hope, and Harmony at Kingdom Reins Farm.
Sue and Homer cooling off at Lobdell Park.
Colleen and Tina
Marci won Big D bucks.
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wet spring and hard to get a good weekend in to ride and camp. Hopefully things will start to dry out and we can get busy.
We are in the final stages of getting the material together to build the picnic tables and repair the tie stalls. We will then tackle the tie lines and build the manure bins along with installing some mounting blocks. When the weather clears up enough, we will be painting the bathroom inside and out. We have a lot of projects on the table and we need all of the help that we can get.
I want to thank everyone who came to Paddle Creek and mowed the grass and cleaned up the campground before the Memorial Day Ride.
~Susan White
LICKING
Hello again, happy riding and happy 4th of July. I hope everyone is getting some riding time in and are enjoying the season so far. We have had a few great rides with our Licking County chapter, especially the fried chicken ride at Lobdell Reserve; it’s a local favorite. We had 16 riders and one non rider present and it was a blast. I think everyone had fun. Thank you for bringing the chicken Nancy Daugherty; and Bill and Linda Bering for supplying the sides, tables and everything else. We could not have done it without you!
Before I forget, I must make one correction to my May article; our guest speaker Dr. Oehrig is a vet with Bella Vista and not as I wrote of Buena Vista. Sorry about that. If anybody would like to utilize their services, you’ll have an easier time finding her now.
As for new business, we have the OHC Central Region regional ride at AEP Fallon Park coming up on July 19-21. Also our Licking County Fun Show
will be on July 27 at Infirmary Mound Park! Please come and check it out and try your horse in the show ring or just come and watch and have a good time cheering on some of our riders. Whichever you choose, you’ll have a great time guaranteed! Hope to see you at one of our meetings or events. Ride on and be safe!
~Sigrid Batten
LORAIN
Happy July 4! It’s such a blessing to be able to have freedoms unheard of in many other nations around the globe. Just think of the ability to ride our horses freely in many amazing parks throughout our counties, states and this vast nation; and that is just the tip of the iceberg of all our freedoms.
God Bless America!
Our July calendar sponsor is Parada Junction. We are very grateful for your sponsorship.
The northeast regional ride was held at Carlisle Metroparks Equestrian Center with approximately 60 individuals attending. We searched for gold nuggets along the trails that could then be turned in for money prizes. I figured my fist sized nugget would be worth a million bucks, but not so, sad to say. The card game fundraiser was a success with 58 hands purchased with Mike L. placing first, Carole K. placing second, Claudia K. placing third, and Bob G. placing fourth. The 50/50 drawing was won by Char A. I think she offered to take us all out for dinner, just kidding! Lastly; a fantastic selection of door prizes was up for grabs. Tasty burgers were prepared by Karen N. as head grill master with Vince M. as her helper. The burgers were grilled
to perfection and the cookies were might tasty. Lorain County OHC is very appreciative of the many generous donations for door prizes with the donors including Chris P., Liz and John P., Jonathan Field Equine Massage, Brenda L., Jackie M.-Baumhart Berry Farm, Centerra Grafton, Rural King Elyria, Tack and More, Gary and Wendy Pugh, Wayne County OHC member, Lynn K., Lisa and Denny Cutnaw, Ron and Sherry H. of Beat’n Branch Icelandics and Bob Gullett. Additionally, a special thank you goes to Harrison Trailer who donated money to help fund our event.
Moreover, a great big thank you goes to all who helped on various committees to help ensure the success of our regional ride including: Sue M., event organizer/door prizes; Karen N., lunch preparation/grilling; Vince M., Steve S. and Greg S., fundraising tickets/card game; Monica H., Lynn K., Kathy D. and Dave D., gold nuggets scavenger hunt; Carole K./Holly T., horse/people treats and to all who helped in any other capacity. Thank you all for coming and participating in our regional ride and fundraising event! We hope you all had a great time and we look forward to seeing you again next year.
At our May membership meeting, we had the pleasure of learning about the benefits of equine massage from Jonathan F. and Deb H., from Lorain County OHC, who are both certified in equine massage. We thank you for all the valuable information you both shared. Our Salt Fork campout was attended by over 20 individuals. The weather was
picture perfect Thursday through Saturday; the purple trail along the lake was picturesque and the blue trail was peaceful to traverse through the thick forest. Just be on the lookout for Bigfoot as we saw its footprint on a tree, of all places! Some of us stopped at The Kennedy Stone House on the Salt Fork State Park property to step back into history for a tour of the museum by volunteers dressed in period time. Our potluck dinner Saturday was amazing, as usual, so I guess you could say we are mighty lucky when it comes to potlucks. Our coffee hours in the morning as well as our evenings around the campfire were filled with storytelling and laughter. At our Saturday campfire, Char A. (banjo), Sue M. (harmonica) and Jim W. (dulcimer) combined their musical talent to lead us in cowboy bluegrass music and many joined in by singing along to the familiar tunes. Vito, Vince and Sue’s dog, joined in by howling.
Coming up Saturday, July 13, there will be a day ride opportunity at Wetmore in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park starting at 10 a.m. We will meet at the Wetmore Road trailhead. Plan to join us for our monthly membership meeting on Monday, July 15 at the open pavilion at the Equestrian Center at 7 p.m. Ahead of this, an obstacle course will be set up in the arena from 5-6:30 p.m. Bring your own horse if you’d like to do the obstacle course. At 6:30 p.m. we will have a potluck dinner however please note that the social committee is not planning to start up a grill. Some of us will be camping at West Branch the weekend of July 19-21. Reservations are required and may be made by going to reserveohio.com or by calling 866/644-6727.
Saturday, July 27 plan to come to the Brecksville Reservation day ride if possible. We will
Our spread at the Fried Chicken ride at Lobdell.
Mitzi, Laura, and Flo at the Chicken ride.
Camping season has started.
Saltfork Campout
Volunteers at the NE Regional Ride.
Rusty having a wardrobe malfunction.
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meet at the Meadows trailhead and ride out at 10 a.m. August 2-4 we will be camping at Alum Creek State Park in Delaware, Ohio. Reservations are required and may be made by going to reserveohio.com or by calling 866/644-6727. That’s all for now folks. We hope to see you out there in this vast country called the United States of America with all its wonder to behold.
~Kathy Duncan
MADISON
Madison County OHC is having a great year! I hope that everyone is enjoying our weather and getting some equine therapy in as you can. We look forward to celebrating our 25th anniversary in July, while wondering how time has flown so quickly. Some highlights of our chapter history have been involvement with layout and construction of horse trails at both Deer Creek State Park and Prairie Oaks Metro Park, starting in 2002. Look how far we have come! We are pleased to be relevant, adding activities, continuing our support and work at Deer Creek, as well as adding new members. We look forward to continued education, work, and enjoyment of horses. Our longtime member, Marsha Pierce, decided she was not done riding and has gotten a solid new-to-her horse, showing that we are never too old to do what we love. We are thrilled for you, Marsha! We have also been out and about on private land as well as state parks, notably Buck Creek, Prairie Oaks, Pike State Forest, Mohican, and Elkins Creek. Lorna Kenyon and Anne Hunter have participated in the Virtual Tevas Cup ride, which is 100 miles in 100 days in as many small excursions as desired, with miles logged and photos posted online. As miles are completed, ‘badges’ are awarded to keep up motivation, and you are shown where you would be if you were on the real ride. Lorna completed her miles on Spanky, an Anne has completed her ride on Smoke and is working on completion on King. Lorna Kenyon also completed the virtual War Horse Endurance Challenge Cante Tinza (Lakota for Brave Heart) 100. It is a personal challenge and registration fees help missing and Indigenous women. Congratulations, women! We welcome new members Anita and Eddie Steele as well as
Jen Hartogh. We are so glad you have joined us and look forward to getting to know you better. They have already been involved in some activities so look out, we may sign you up for some projects!
In a discussion at our last meeting about what programs our members are interested in having, we decided to plan an evening of CPR training and some first aid that includes how to use an Epi-Pen. Anyone who carries emergency medication should always let those on rides with them know what the issue could be and what medication they carry. Most importantly, let your friends know where you have it! We discussed different ways to be sure your items that are most important are on you and not attached to your horse in case you become separated (think getting in bees, or a spook). Some people use waist packs, some use a pouch attached to their belt, while others use the Cashel Ankle safe. Be sure to have your phone, emergency medication, keys, and ID on your person when you ride. Remember, add the What3Words app to your phone to let emergency services know exactly where you are, and to be able to mark various points on the map (like your truck, a downed tree, etc.) and then navigate back to it. It could be life-saving. Be sure to practice so you know how to use it, too.
Our June program will be a presentation on Equine Forensics by Izzy Walker, a new member who is in the OSU College of Veterinary Sciences with our topic as her major. We can’t wait to hear about this interesting and little-known area of the equine industry.
We will not have an official meeting in July, and will instead celebrate our 25th anniversary. Please join us for any of our meetings, which are the second
Thursday of each month at the West Jefferson Community Center, 230 Cemetery Road, West Jefferson, Ohio. We provide a simple supper at 6 p.m., followed by our meeting at 6:30 p.m. Happy trails!
~Lisa Reynolds
MEDINA
Summer is here folks! June 5 was our ice cream social and was a sweet success! The rain did not deter all the folks that took time out of their busy schedules to attend our meeting at Hinckley Town Hall. Karen Knuth did the shopping for ice cream and toppings. There were sprinkles and whipped cream everywhere! We even had new member Nicole Mockbee join us. We love new members and look forward to having even more informative meetings this summer. We are hoping for dryer weather so we can meet at Robinson Field in CVNP next month. The first Wednesday of each month (except January and February) we meet at 6:30 at Hinckley Town Hall or Robinson Field in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Please join us.
Another new member has made her debut on the race trackKaren Knuth’s lovely three-yearold thoroughbred, Blue Mojito. Love the name, we wish her all the best and lots of wins!
There are a few spots open for the Cleveland Metroparks Mounted Police obstacle course at our upcoming state ride. We had lots of good reviews of this event last year, so don’t get left out! Sign up today for our combined state ride Sept. 27-29. Together with Summit and Cuyahoga chapters we have been working to improve the experience this year. Come on up to northeast Ohio and see our beautiful Metroparks. South Chagrin has camping and nice trails for
beginners. We will again have guided rides, so you can sit back and enjoy the scenery. Can’t spend the weekend? Come on up for the Saturday festivities. The obstacle course, a ride, auctions, and dinner. This is a great way to support OHC and your sister chapters. We will again have some great auction items and a new auctioneer. Bring your used tack donations and we can auction them off as well, or add them to our $5 tables. We are still looking for volunteers. Contact Rosemary Young at 440/3827980 or rosemary4medinaohc@ gmail.com to sign up, volunteer or for auction donations. Our Cuyahoga Valley trails are looking good thanks to our continued work sessions. The next is July 8. Contact Raydeen Ryden (raysden2@gmail.com or 334/663-7361) or Greg Monsanty (330/352-5737 or blackhorsebridge@aol.com) for details on where to meet and time. Happy summer down in the valley!
~Rosemary Young
MEIGS
Meigs Chapter has completed two fun shows this spring and they have both been lively and enjoyable. The youth participant numbers exceeded the adults at the June 2 event, which is applauded as a significant sign that the chapter is attracting younger members.
Our youth ambassadors have been quite busy this year speaking with other kids and their families about the advantages of being in a group of horse lovers that welcome and mentor them. Emmalee and Annalynn Setzer participated in the New Marshfield, Ohio, Memorial Day parade and used that opportunity to once again make our OHC chapter known to the public. Chapter members appreciate their efforts as our Youth Ambassadors to promote
Lorna Kenyon, Virtual Tevis Cup, April 24.
Lorna Kenyon, War Horse Challenge 100.
Blue Mojito makes her debut.
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OHC. They both bring a lot of energy and excitement with their involvement.
Since this article has been submitted, our chapter will have held their annual fundraiser for the Make-A-Wish Foundation held on June 8 at the AEP Southern Ohio Recreational Area. This event is sponsored to raise money for this wonderful charity by holding a trail ride followed by a pork roast for all attending. As in the past, the expenses are covered totally by the club with all of the donations presented to Make-A-Wish. This is an annual occasion which has raised over $115,000 over the years through 2023. The Meigs County community has always been generous in their contributions and we thank everyone who chose to donate again this year. At this time the weather predictors are calling for a mostly sunny day with temperatures in the 70s, perfect day for horseback riding and an outdoor lunch. Everyone is looking forward to seeing old friends and making some new ones during the meal and the raffles. The event is held each year on the second Saturday of June.
One of our long-time members has acquired a new mount. Jennifer Smathers is now the proud owner of Chico, a spotted registered Tennessee Walker gelding. Jennifer has trail retired her faithful friend of many years, Paco, who has given her precious memories of their rides together.
Chico and Paco have become great friends and perhaps Paco will pass along some hints to Chico about how to give Jennifer the best rides. All of us crazy horse lovers know how hard it is to see our equine friends grow old but sometimes a new addition to the family helps us with the changes. Jennifer is working with Chico to get him trail ready so we hope to see Jennifer and Chico at the AEP area soon.
Chapter members Roger Swartz, Ed Turley and Patrece Beegle worked the open horse fun show at the Meigs County Fairgrounds on May 18. Patrece is one of the event’s organizers and Ed and Roger worked the ring set-ups for each event. The show included both youth and adult classes, giving everyone a chance to work out the winter kinks in both humans and horses.
The Meigs Chapter currently has 121 members which is nearing our total for last year. Our chapter meets the third Tuesday of each month with the exception of December. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. at Fox’s Pizza Den on Main Street in Pomeroy, Ohio. Visitors are welcome so come and find out what’s happening over the summer with our chapter.
~Marlene Swarts
MORGAN
Hello fellow trail riders! Work continues at the Appalachian Hills Equine Camp. We really appreciate those of you that have helped clean trails. This has been an extremely long process. ODNR denied us weekend access during the month of April which slowed us down some. A couple of platforms still need to be built over damaged culverts and the trails need to be marked before opening. We are asking for everyone’s patience. Work group are small and the project is large. I am sure those of you that do trail maintenance can appreciate that. We are holding our monthly
meetings at the trailhead on the first Monday of the month at 6 p.m. with a cookout and potluck. Everyone is welcome to join us. Keep checking our Facebook page, Morgan County OHC, for updates on the Appalachian Hills Equine Camp opening, meetings and club rides!
Happy trails!
~Kelly Caldwell
MORROW
Hello fellow chapters! I hope everyone is having a great summer. Our chapter is having a wonderful summer. We have ridden at Mohican, Malabar, Hocking Hills, Shawnee State Forest and End of the Trail Horse Camp in Wisconsin. We are headed to Mt. Vernon, Ky., to ride over the 4th of July holiday. We have had two pancake breakfast fundraisers in Mt. Gilead to raise money for a shelter house to be built near the trail entrance at Mt. Gilead State Park. If all goes well, we hope to have that project completed this year. We have a benefit ride for St. Jude at Alum Creek on Sept. 28. We will have a hog roast after the ride (please bring a covered dish if you plan to stay for the hog roast) and there will also be a silent auction.
We are also going to have a tack auction at the American Legion Hall in Marengo, Ohio, on Nov. 23. Tack is being supplied by Ferguson Tack and Supply. We are continuing to work with our local state park manager to see if we can add more miles to the trails at Mt. Gilead State Park. We will keep you posted. See you on the trails!
~Rob Conley
PREBLE
Preble County OHC would like to thank all our volunteers for putting in long hours keeping our trails clear. We had a very successful Spring Fling in April and would like to thank Bob Wells tack from Camden, Ohio, for their donations to the giveaway. We also want to thank Cox Saddlery from Hamilton, Ohio, for our Fourth of July donations. We have some other events coming up our Labor Day Fun Show on Aug. 31 and our famous Preble County State ride Oct. 4-6. You can preorder your T-shirts now to be available to pick up at the event or you can have the shirt shipped directly to you.
We are very proud of Hueston Woods and our trails. We love seeing everyone enjoying the trails. PCOHC is always looking for new members and volunteers. If you are interested, please take the time to come out to our meetings, we meet at Hueston Woods horse camp shelter. Our next meeting is Aug. 10 starting with a carry in dinner at 6 p.m. Please also come out for our work weekend, Aug. 9-11.
~Nicole Johnson
ROSS
Happy June! There has been a lot going on. We had a meeting/ work session on May 18. We finally got new tie lines and rings replaced at Tar Hollow. There will also be new hitching posts installed by the bathrooms soon. The camp is really looking nice! The bridle trail from South Ridge Road to Piney Creek is now open, so ride away!
On May 25 we had our annual Poker Run and it was a big success! Congratulations to Tom Spiller for winning the 50/50 raffle, Steve Maxwell the poker run, Alice Ault the high spade, and Larry Sater had the highest bid at the dessert auction. I believe Tom, Steve, and Alice donated their winnings back to the chapter, thank you all for the kind generosity (and Larry, thank you for all your donations you give all the time!) The food was good and we had tons of people out on the trails. This is probably my favorite place to ride around Ohio!
If you would like to join us for our July ride, it will be at Salt Fork State Park July 13. Be there or be square.
I also want to make a quick note. Now that we are in summer and the days will be hot and humid, please be conscious of how hydrated your horse is and if you plan on riding at a place that has tougher trails, please make sure your horse can handle it. There were a couple of incidents recently that were not good, please make sure your horse is good to go before you ride! Remember, they do most of the work and carry us on their backs so that we can enjoy ourselves and have a good time with friends and family.
Our next meeting will be held on Aug. 17 at 10 a.m. at Zaleski State Forest. Until next time enjoy your summer and your riding!
~Whitney Stires
Carter family at the June fun show.
Chico, owned by Jennifer Smathers.
Lizzie and Cowboy at the June fun show.
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SANDUSKY
By the time of this writing the wet spring weather should be only a dreary memory. I think we all made the most of it and tried to put some miles on the trails in between showers when the trails were dry. Eight from our group (plus one in the rump seat) ventured out at beautiful White Star Bridle Trails together. And, the first weekend of June saw the club on a camping trip to Waterloo (see photo this issue)! Check out our August article to read about all the excitement from our June Poker Ride at White Star!
I wanted to take a few minutes to focus on all the little things club members do for one another. My Luna didn’t want to stand still at the mounting block one day, so Wilma yelled to Chuck, “Hey, could you help Donna just a little to get up on her horse?” Sure enough, Chuck sauntered over to help. Then, I asked Marla, “Could you come over and take a little look at Luna’s backside/topline and tell me what you think?” Sure enough, even though Marla was busy getting her horse ready, she spent a few minutes giving me her best vet assistant evaluation. Recently, I met an elderly neighbor in our new, small town of Custar. She flagged me down while I was walking my dog. We stood in the middle of our quiet country road for a long while introducing ourselves when she said, “Oh, you were the one driving the buggy!” When I offered to take her for a ride, she joyfully replied, “Oh, I’d love to take a little ride!” The next week, Checkers and I picked her up for the very first buggy ride of her life. She was elated! All those ‘little’ moments add up in our lives. I help you. You help me. We’re all paying it forward. Horsemen helping horsemen. If you’d like to meet some of our terrific club members who
all give a ‘little,’ join us on the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Sandusky Township Fire Hall, 2207 Oak Harbor Road, Fremont, Ohio. And, see our Facebook page for upcoming adventures! Come ride with us!
~Donna McHaffie
SUMMIT
I hope you really enjoyed the early spring because it looks like we will be paying dearly for it this year. It seems everything just moved up at least a month and it is a real balancing act between enjoying such great riding weather and keeping up with everything outside. If you have managed to log some trail miles that means you must have fired up the lawn tractor early enough to find your way out to the street. Depending on how long you let the grass go native, you may even have the bailer attached so you got in your first cutting too. As far as the weeds in the flower beds or around the house, that nervous neighbor who saw you hack your way out with a machete now is the proud owner of one himself. Don’t worry, the kids and dogs will usually find their way back when they get hungry enough. Then, those pesky No Seeums are blatantly visible and keep knocking off your ball cap to get to your ears. The ticks are second string trying to hitch a ride and grab a meal while you navigate the terrain. The mosquitoes are just holding back until we all throw caution to the wind for the sake of comfort and leave those arms and legs exposed. We don’t have a schedule from the horseflies, deer flies or yellow jackets. Yep, those little blood suckers are everywhere and our poor horses have even more dining area exposed. So, be prepared for a long, humid summer punctuated with some heavy downpours, thunderstorms, a few tornado (warnings hopefully), and just enough good weather in between to enjoy the trails.
Speaking of some hot times this year, the meeting at the Winery at Wolf Creek did not disappoint the 12 attendees. Much to the staff’s dismay, a last-minute booking by a local garden club forced us out of the meeting room among the general public. Due to an impending storm, we grabbed tables at the northeast corner just in case something nasty blew in from the southwest
(that’s the safety storm corner for us). With all those conversations inside, hearing aids don’t sound like such a bad idea any more. We managed to squeeze in a business meeting, talk about the upcoming poker run and finally catch up on who had what surgery, the current injured list, and how many riders and horses were still ready to roll for some camping trips or day rides. I’m the secretary who gets to decipher all this and put out the meeting minutes. As usual, Catherine’s candied bacon strips had every little piggy in Summit County hiding until she finished her porkolicious concoction. There were plenty of goodies and snacks to temp us but no one brought desserts because everyone brought them last time. We need a plan. It was good to see Mary was feeling well enough to join the festivities and a few other faces we haven’t seen for a while. All the wind finally died down and it cleared up outside too. Then it was off to the back forty and home. Oh, everyone flashing their lights at the same time does not make finding your vehicle any easier. So, hopefully we can get somewhat caught up before fall and a whole new set of nature’s wonders to deal with. So, enjoy the ride and remember drip dry is in for you and your horse until further notice.
~Joann Ulichney
WARREN
First of all, I did find out that the bridge photo I included last month was taken by Tom
Prudhoe. So, Tom, sorry for the delayed credit, and thanks for telling me.
Those of you riding at Caesar Creek, you’ve no doubt noticed that we’re having a bumper crop of honeysuckle this year. I imagine we’re just having the perfect combination of rain and heat to really make it take off. The Over the Hill Gang is trying our best to keep up, but with several work days rained out, we seem to be fighting a losing battle! Still, we’ll keep trying. This is short and sweet this time. Busy schedule. And you actually have Tom Prudhoe to thank for it happening at all. If he hadn’t mentioned the photo before the work day, I’d probably have missed the deadline. Retirement means frequently not really knowing what day it is.
I’ll include a few more photos from the New Year’s Day ride this month. Hopefully they aren’t repeats. Sometimes it’s hard to keep track. Happy riding,
~Mickie Newnam
WASHINGTON
Hello from Washington County! Summer is going very quickly. In Washington County rain has hindered a few rides for us, but we are persevering! Our sister group from WV, Shiloh has been trying to have a St. Jude ride and have rescheduled three times! We hope to do that event soon. In May, our meeting was our annual awards dinner. We were proud to present plaques to the top four mileage riders in the state. It is a very active family that rides plus another that rides with them. We are asking our other members to step up and ride more so this one group will not
Sandusky County OHC, Waterloo 2024.
May meeting at the winery.
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have to carry us! It is our goal to reach one million miles as a club in the next two years! That is a lot of saddle time. Congratulations to our top riders in 2023 Bobbie Jo Tucker with a total of 2,789 miles, Lois Wallace with 2,754 miles, Linda Donat with 2,640 miles, and Allan Wallace with 2,451 miles. Our youth riders were Kyler Robey with 42 miles, Zayden Sandy with 37 miles, and Drexel Sandy with 4 miles. We also honored our officers for their dedication and hard work serving our chapter through the year.
Plans are underway for our annual Corn Ride Aug. 10 at the Kinderhook trailhead in Newport, Ohio. It is going to be a great day! We are planning a ride, a scavenger hunt, and a potluck supper with lots of corn on the cob. It is our largest ride and supper of the year. Of course, you are welcome to come and join us. Ride out is at 10 a.m. and supper will be at 5 p.m. Other than that, it is a very laid-back kind of event!
We just received word that the Kinderhook re-route of the long loop contractor may be announced in the next day or two. We are anxious to have our entire trail open again!
We also have plans for another ferry boat ride/potluck dinner, July 27. Everyone enjoyed the one we had last year so much we voted to do it again this year.
The Washington County club has led the OHC for many years in total miles ridden every year for a long time. It has always been a hot topic with us about how mileage was kept. Our leadership has always emphasized that mileage must be as honest as possible, knowing that not everyone in the state figured the miles ridden the same. We would like to encourage you to get a mileage tracking app when you ride. It takes all of the guesswork out of it. You will know exactly
how many miles and what speed you rode. We have encouraged all of our members to go to the apps. There are free and paid versions. An additional benefit is the ability of some apps to allow you to send a link to another person so they can track your progress with GPS. We had a serious accident with a member riding alone this spring and this would have allowed her to be found much more quickly after her horse came home without her! If you do not yet use an app, we highly recommend you get one! See you on the trail!
~Rita V. Schultheis
Summer time, camping time is here! We started the month by having a good turn out for the Holmes County work weekend at Mohican May 24-26. Nine of our Wayne County members camped and helped work at trail maintenance chores. The weather cooperated for the most part, and it was a great time visiting to start the summer.
Eight members rode in the Memorial Day Parade in Wooster. They sure looked sharp in their black pants, white shirts and custom rump rugs for the horses. The rugs were made by Erin Campbell and friends years ago. Thanks to Marline Smalley for the great care, she takes of those blankets, they have lasted for years.
The Tuesday rides have been well attended both at noon and 5:30 in the evening. There have been approximately nine riders for each ride. These rides are open to all OHC members and prospective members. We head out in small groups which are suited to the ability of the ride and speed and experience of the horse. If you are a new rider and want to ride with experienced riders who know the trails or an experienced rider with a new horse who is looking to team up with experienced horses, there is a place for you. Just remember to let Marline Smalley know you are coming and that ride out time is 12:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesdays and 5:30 p.m. and on the fifth Tuesday of the month.
The campout at Salt Fork hosted by Tami Burkhart was well attended, with nine rigs. Unfortunately, the weather didn’t cooperate for the entire weekend, and they had to come home early. The trails were in
great shape with all the work that has been done on them for which we are very thankful.
Wendy and Jack Stetson hosted a camp out at Shawnee at Ben’s Happy Trails. The weather didn’t cooperate for the first scheduled weekend so it had to be postponed until later in May, which affected the attendance.
We are thankful that Wendy and Jack were willing to host at Shawnee since it has been a long time since our club camped and rode there. We are looking forward to it again next year.
We continue to prepare for the Regional Ride over the fourth of July. There are a few spots left if you haven’t gotten your reservation yet. Even if they fill up, we sometimes have cancellations so please call Marline Smalley or Leigh Litman if you can come at the last minute. We will provide supper Friday and Saturday night and there are lots of games and great door prizes as well as the silent auction. We are expecting representatives from five or six counties to attend. We are looking forward to a great time. Until next month, ride safe and keep both feet in the stirrups.
~Susan
Baker
WOOD
After two meeting cancellations due to weather, we finally had
our spring awards presentations. Top ten were Dawn Gomez, Jo Saam, Matt Saam, Deta Miller, Barb Oberhaus, Elaine Bennett, Judy Stephens, MaryLou Paxton, Ed Paxton, and Becky Steingass. Youth trophies went out to Olivia Saam, Savanah Ley, Ty Lowry, and Alesha Lowry. Congratulations goes out to Savanah Ley who was fourth in State youth saddle hours! We had two outstanding members for 2023, Elaine Bennett and Jeff Miller. Our top two places to ride were Van Buren and Oak Openings. Our Van Buren S. P. campground is looking to be closed to at least the end of October and possibly the rest of the ride season. The Day Area is still open for day riding. The holidays that were to be at Van Buren are up for grabs. If you have a place you would like to go put it out on our Facebook and bring it up at the monthly meeting. I personally will be staying home with the hubby on the rest of the holidays, with maybe a day ride. The ride schedule has been updated on Facebook. I had some wrong dates on the first temporary schedule. I will also have copies with me at future rides. Hope to see you on the trail,
~Barb Oberhaus
WAYNE
Top three youth riders (left to right): Drexel Sandy, Zayden Sandy, and Kyler Robey.
Taran Tate at the All American Youth Show.
Tom Bahl on Glory in the Wooster Memorial Day Parade.
