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The Horsemen’s Corral is the official publication for the following clubs: Northern Ohio Miniature Horse Club Ashland Paint & Plain Saddle Club Ohio Appaloosa Association Avon Lake Saddle Club O.H.I.O. EXCA Black Swamp Driving Club Ohio Foundation Quarter Horse Buckeye Equestrian Association Association Central Ohio Saddle Club Association Ohio Gaited Horse Riding Club Central Ohio Wagoneers Ohio Haflinger Association Classical Attraction Dressage Society Ohio Horseman’s Council Colorado Ranger Horse Association Ohio Morgan Horse Association Creek Side Mounted Archery Ohio Mount N Trail Obstacle Competition District One National Show Horse Ohio Paint Horse Club Dusty Boots Riding Club Ohio Quarter Horse Association Flatlanders Dressage & Combined Ohio Ranch Horse Association Training Association, Inc. Ohio State Buckskin Association Geauga Horse & Pony Association Ohio Western Horse Association, Inc. Great Lakes Appaloosa Horse Club Ottawa County Horse Foundation Knox County Horse Park Ohio Valley Team Penning Association Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros Pinto Horse Association of Ohio Massillon Saddle Club Tri-County Trail Association Michigan Trail Riders Association, Inc. Tri-State Rodeo Association Mid-Eastern Farriers Association Wayne County Saddle Club Mid Ohio Dressage Association Western Equestrian Club at Slippery Rock Mid-Ohio Marauders University National Pole Bending Association Western Reserve Carriage Association Northern Ohio Dressage Association Northern Kentucky Horse Network
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Inside This Issue Corral Calendar .................................................................18 The Cowboy Perseverance Ranch ....................................38 How do I Feed my Ulcer-Prone Horse?.............................44 Lighting the Way ................................................................50 Notes from Inside The Corral ..............................................6 Ride In Sync ........................................................................8 Third Annual ‘Farnam’s No Fly Zone’ Sweepstakes ..........32 TrailMeister ........................................................................10 View From the Cheap Seats..............................................36
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Ohio Equine Industry Survey and Recommendations Page 69
Club News
Editor .............................................................................................Bobbie Coalter Advertising Sales & General Manager .....................................Joe Coalter email ............................................................... joe@thehorsemenscorral.com Club Sales & Circulation Manager Art & Composition Director .....................................................Michelle Ross email ......................................................michelle@thehorsemenscorral.com Advertising Consultant ................................................................. Mary Vedda email ............................................................ mary@thehorsemenscorral.com
Black Swamp Driving Club ................................................52 Central Ohio Saddle Club Association...............................37 Central Ohio Wagoneers ...................................................40 Classical Attraction Dressage Society ...............................48 Colorado Ranger Horse Association .................................54 Dusty Boots Riding Club.................................................... 11
WRITERS & PHOTOGRAPHERS
Hoosier Horse Equine Council ..........................................40
Features: ..................................... Bobbie Coalter, Rob and Tanya Corzatt, .........................................Robert Eversole, Kristen Janicki, Lisa Kiley, ........................................................................... Terry Myers, Sarah Vas,
Knox County Horse Park ...................................................42
NEXT ISSUE NUMBER 7 ............................................................................................ JULY 2020 JULY 2020 DEADLINE ............................................................... JUNE 10, 2020
Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros ............................................26 Michigan Trail Riders Association, Inc. ..............................66 Mid-Eastern Farriers Association.......................................56 Mid-Ohio Marauders ..........................................................32 Northern Ohio Dressage Association ................................48
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Northern Ohio Miniature Horse Club .................................52 O.H.I.O. Exca ....................................................................46 Ohio Horseman’s Council, Inc. ..........................................58 Ohio Morgan Horse Association ........................................14 Ohio Mount N Trail Obstacle Competition .........................46 Ohio Paint Horse Club .......................................................42 Ohio Valley Team Penning Association .............................30 Tri-County Trail Association ...............................................16 Wayne County Saddle Club ..............................................54
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Notes From Inside The Corral
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elcome to the second digital only issue of the Horsemen’s Corral. I fully understand this may not be everyone’s ‘cup of tea’ but with the majority of the equine industry remaining shut down, more time is needed before we can take on the added expense of print and postage. According to our printer, we are not alone in this and may in fact be doing a little better than some by at least covering monthly expenses. I greatly appreciate We believe Ohio can easily resolve the uncertainty within the equine your understanding and given the response from the May issue, you’ve industry first with a simple announcement that horse shows and proven, that as equestrians, you have an incredible ability to adapt. organized trail rides are included in the non-contact sports category. If you are following us on social media, you know that the Horsemen’s Secondly, the Governor needs to clarify the word ‘arena’ in the Corral and Joe have been leading the fight to get the equine industry Continued Business Closures section of Responsible Restart Ohio open in Ohio. This included gathering information in the form of a website. The word appears in the segment as ‘Auditoriums, stadiums survey and recommendations for the governor’s office which many of and arenas’. I believe this context refers to venues with large seating you participated in (a copy of that survey is included at the end of this capacity (i.e. Nationwide Arena, Hara Arena, Hobart Arena, etc.) and digital issue). Unfortunately, after a positive initial response, nothing not a typical arena used for equine events. Even we used the word has officially moved forward. Joe knew he was in for a fight when no ‘arena’ in the industry survey and recommendation document sent to one at the statehouse got the joke that all equestrians need to do to social Governor Dewine. That one word seems to be the issue with several distance is to tie a red ribbon to their horse’s tail! county health departments, privately held locations and at least one state Events are popping up sporadically around Ohio but some of them are park who otherwise is open. An example of this is a horse camp located running at risk because there is no clear guidance on what is permitted. near a state park; camping is open, the trails are open but they have The situation is similar in the other states we serve, although Indiana been told specifically by their health department they cannot use their seems to have progressed a little ‘arena’ because of the governor’s more thanks to the efforts of the order. Please understand, the folks at C Bar C in Cloverdale, ‘arena’ is a 120’ x 240’ pile of There are some positive features of the Digital Corral. Ind. The biggest problem we have sand with a fence around it! in Ohio right now is no response • Read it from any electronic device that allows you to access I commend the leadership in from the state. The Ohio Fairs Ohio for all the work that has the Internet. Management Association, who been done thus far and can’t • Download the entire magazine to your computer or smart serves 95 county fairs and festivals, imagine the number of little things phone. is experiencing the same problem they’ve had to think of. I’m sure • Forward the link to your friends and family in other states and with the Ohio State Fair Board the Governor and Lt. Governor or countries. announcing the cancellation of the know there are Ohioans willing • Print it or pull off a single page, send it or print it as well. 2020 state fair, the county fairs to help. We’ve been one of them are exasperated and feeling the • The Digital Corral is loaded with ‘hot-links’ to take you and the Ohio Horseman’s Council pressure. It is important to note has been one of them along with directly to the websites of advertisers, authors and club/ the Ohio State Fair has its own the various advisory groups association sites. board and autonomy similar to the established by the Governor’s county fair boards. The decision It’s a great opportunity to shop or read office, but the recommendations to cancel was made by that board are nothing without the action more about a particular area of interest. and not by the state of Ohio. of the State. With the updated The week of May 11, we sent the information for openings and survey document to the governor’s gatherings announced in May, the office. The document was shared with the Fair Advisory Group to equine industry should be back in business but there needs to be clarity possibly help them. It was also shared with the Outdoor Recreation for the counties and for the industry. Advisory Group, led by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. My continued prayers for Ohio’s leaders, everyone at the Statehouse Besides these, there are advisory groups for racinos, sports leagues and the equine industry. I remain optimistic the industry will be back up and large venue but in reality, there simply is not a viable advisory and running this month and the Horsemen’s Corral will be able to get group to address the equine industry as defined in the document. To back to print with the July issue. I sincerely hope that when the industry gain further attention to the industry, Joe joined a group of people does officially open, you will consider supporting our small business by from Pine Creek Horseman’s Camp and Smoke Rise Ranch to ride running an ad for your own business, event or show. Until then, make horseback through downtown Columbus to the statehouse. Their goal yourself a cup of tea, sit back with your electronic device and enjoy the was to increase awareness of the uncertainty in the equine industry and June issue of the Horsemen’s Corral. challenges many are facing with the county health departments because of a lack of guidance from the state. Although it was cool and raining, local news did pick up some of the ride and public response was very positive. 6
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Ride In Sync
Rider Body Position Part 4 Don’t Be A Fat Head!
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by Terry Myers
e are continuing our discussions on rider body position in the article. Believe it or not, your head controls on average 60 percent of your body weight. Now I’m not calling you a fat head, but if your head is out of position, it can put you out of position and throw your horse out of balance. I’ll explain…the rider’s eyes should be focused ahead looking between the horse’s ears, with the head up, not looking down. If the rider tips their head forward, looking down, it will shift the rider’s weight forward and the horse will be heavier on their forehand. You have probably noticed that I frequently refer to a horse as being heavy on the forehand. The reason we discuss the heavy forehand is because most lameness problems are in a horse’s front end and may be caused by the rider’s incorrect position. The heavier the horse is on their forehand, the more concussion the horse’s front legs and hooves will absorb. Over a period of time, this wear and tear can cause the horse to have lameness issues. As well, the horse is naturally designed to drive from behind, not pull themselves along. If you, the rider, are making them forehand heavy, they can no longer drive effectively with their hind quarters. The rider needs to sit in the middle of the horse in order to allow the horse to shift his weight to the hind end. How do you know where the middle of your horse is located? Draw a line from the middle of the withers to the point of the shoulder and another line from the point of the hip to the bottom of the buttocks. Draw a third line from the withers to the hip and a final line along the bottom line—point
of shoulder to the bottom of the buttocks. You should have a trapezoid. If you continue the line from the top of the withers and the line from the hip up over the back, following the same angle, you will make a triangle. The point of the triangle is where the rider’s shoulders should be. If your shoulders are in front of the point of the triangle, you are leaning forward. Your horse will be heavy in the front end and have difficulty, for example, picking up a canter. If your shoulders are behind the point of the triangle, the rider is in an unbalance and precarious position, making it difficult to move with your horse. If you tip your head forward, your shoulders will also move slightly forward in triangle and your pelvis may roll forward, which again puts you out of balance and makes the horse’s job difficult. If the rider tilts their head to the left while moving counter clockwise in the ring, the left shoulder will drop down. Some riders tilt their head to one side in order to see the horse’s nose. I have been riding horses for over 50 years and have never seen a horse’s nose fall off, so you really don’t need to watch the nose. When the rider looks at the horse’s nose and tips the head to left, the rider’s hip will slide slightly to the right. As soon as the rider’s hip slides to the right, it will cause the horse to invert his bend. When a horse is traveling, his body should have a slight arc, especially when traveling in a circle. The horse’s bend is inverted when their head is tipped (nose to the outside of your circle) and the hip slides. The horse will be out of balance, heavy in the front end and jabbing with the front leg where the rider’s weight is the heaviest. Your canter or lope will be choppy. The balanced position is for the rider to keep his face straight, while looking over the horse’s poll, between their ears. If the rider needs to look down, they should look down with their eyes but the head should remain straight. Not convinced? Try this exercise; sit on a stool or better yet, one of those exercise balls. Sit with a straight back and hips slightly tucked under to ‘sit on your pockets.’ Now look down and feel what happens to your body. You will feel your body move forward as you look down. Tilt your head to the right and left and feel what happens to your body. Guess what, your horse feels all of that shifting of weight. Riders are generally not aware of how often they tilt their head and look down. Ask a friend to watch you ride and let you know every time are looking down. Then switch positions with your friend and watch at the difference in the horse’s movement based on the position of the rider’s head. Pay attention to this detail and watch as your horse continues to improve. Think about it, don’t let that 60 percent of your body weight put your horse out of balance. So…get your head screwed on straight and above all, don’t be a fat head! One final thing to remember…horses don’t make mistakes, people do. This article is the fourth and last in the series about body position. Think about how can you ride with better body position that will help your horse do its job. Bad habits take time to change, but like anything else, patience and persistence will produce the results, that partnership we all want with our horses. 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-In-Sync methods as well as clinic and training services available, visit Myers at www. tmtrainingcenter.com or on Facebook.
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TrailMeister Trail Meister
Why Learn First Aid Because many of us are riding in small groups and trails are not currently being patrolled, we thought this was great information from our friend Robert Eversole. by Robert Eversole
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e talk to great lengths about how to provide care for our horses and mules in case a ride becomes ‘eventful’. But we all too often neglect the human component of trail riding and camping with horses. Our human bodies are also prone to injuries, trauma, and illness. Worse, we don’t know when an injury may happen to us or the people we love or those who are around us. Can you honestly say, right now, that you have the skills to competently care for an injured person? It’s always good to have some amount of basic knowledge to handle life’s emergency’s, to keep the situation from going from bad to worse or until the medical help arrives. Here are the most common excuses that I hear at my trail riding clinics when I ask if people have first aid training. • Too busy – Really? • Don’t know where to go for a class – Google it. • Already have enough knowledge – No you don’t. • Accidents happen to other people not to them or their friends, and family. – Are you willing to bet your friends and families lives on it?
I think we can all agree that all of those excuses are weak. Being able to administer first aid to the victims of accidents, on the trail, in camp, and at home is one of the most important skills anyone can have. Be the best trail riding partner you can. Learn the basics of first aid, and keep these skills fresh. Your friends and family are worth it. Here are five good reasons to learn first aid and be the trail riding partner your friends and family deserve.
Create Confidence Possessing basic first aid knowledge means that you’ll be more confident in your skills and abilities. Taking first aid training will give you the confidence to help someone in need. The sense of security that this fosters creates a healthy and a more confident environment. The people around you will feel safer and more secure knowing that you can help them if the trip becomes ‘interesting’.
Prevent Situations From Becoming Worse In some cases when a person doesn’t receive basic first aid care straightaway their situation can deteriorate rapidly. By being able to provide basic care you can stabilize the victim until help arrives. You’ll learn how to improvise basic household items as tools if a first aid kit is not available meaning that you’ll be able to cope with many situations.
Increase Safety The basis of first aid training is ‘prevention’. It is always better to be safe than to be sorry. The knowledge of first aid promotes a sense of safety and well-being, and prompts people to be more alert and safe in their surroundings. Awareness and a desire to be accident free can help keep you more safe and secure, reducing the number of accidents.
Increase Comfort Not all accidents necessitate a trip to the hospital but it doesn’t mean they don’t cause some amount of pain. By knowing how to act —even just by employing simple techniques such as applying an ice pack correctly, you’ll help to relieve their discomfort. You’ll also provide emotional support by remaining calm and collected which will make the patient feel more secure.
Help Save Lives It’s a fact that having first aid training helps save lives. And that’s not all; giving appropriate first aid immediately can help to reduce a person’s recovery time and make the difference between having a temporary or long term disability. Your friends and family are worth it. A comprehensive first aid training course will help prepare you for a wide range of situations and give you the confidence and knowledge of how to deal with them quickly, correctly and efficiently. Please take the first step towards becoming first aid trained. Thank you. As always for the latest and greatest information on trail riding and camping with horses go to www.TrailMeister.com for the world’s largest directory of horse camps and trails, as well as trail tips and videos. Robert ‘The TrailMeister’ Eversole owns and operates the largest horse trail and horse camp guide in the world, www.TrailMeister.com. When he’s not speaking with horse and mule riders at events across the US, writing regular feature columns in leading equine publications including the Horsemen’s Corral, Robert can be found riding and packing trail maintenance crews into wilderness areas throughout the Pacific Northwest. 10
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Dusty Boots Riding Club
Tips on Preparing Pasture and Horses for Turnout PRESIDENT, Billy Jo Brown; 1ST VICE PRESIDENT, Jason Brown; TREASURER, Donna Rohrer; SECRETARY, Tonya Wilson; EMAIL, dustyboots@dustybootsridingclub.com WEBSITE, www. dustybootsridingclub.com
Hello and happy spring! We hope everyone is staying safe and sanitizing during these challenging times. Since spring is here, it is time to begin preparing our pastures and horses for turnout. This will be a big diet change from hay to grass for many horses, so it is important to learn how to efficiently transition them and how poor transitioning can cause laminitis. Hay is a rougher cultivated grass, the rich spring grass will often shock their digestive system at first. During the initial period, it is good to turn your horse out in a dry lot or arena to allow them to stretch their legs and let the grass grow. The pasture is ready for horses when the grass is about 6-8 inches
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in height. To begin transitioning, you should allow your horse to graze for roughly 15-20 minutes. Increase your time gradually everyday until you have reached about 4-5 hours. During this time, pay attention to loose/unformed stools from your horse. These will indicate an upset digestive system, but it will even out soon if the horse is kept on a schedule. For horses with metabolic issues prone to digestive upsets, it’s a good idea to transition them later in the season when the grass has passed the beginning stages of photosynthesis and high levels of fructans. Along with watching your horse’s eating habits and stool, it is imperative to look for signs of laminitis. (Fun fact: horses do not have symptoms, they have signs because they can’t tell
us what is wrong.) Along with pasture grass, cushings, certain types of colic, severe pneumonia, diarrhea, and other inflammatory diseases can cause laminitis. Some clinical signs of laminitis include lameness (often in at least two limbs), the horse leans back on its heels, shifting weight between feet when resting, increased digital pulses, and pain with use of hoof testers near the point of the frog in the hoof. The two most common treatments for laminitis are diet support, including hay and minimal concentrates, and stall rest. We hope you enjoyed these tips and precautions for transitioning your horses to spring pastures! Again and again, we are thankful for all the people who make our shows successful! From the office workers to
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the ring crew, our generous sponsors, and all the individuals who choose to compete at Dusty Boots shows. We would like to extend a special thank you to both Big D’s and Schneider’s Saddlery for their continued support of our organization. Are you interested in joining Dusty Boots Riding Club? Are you a current member looking to get more involved? We welcome everyone to our monthly meetings! The meetings are held the first Wednesday of the month, 7 p.m. at the Ashtabula County Technical and Career Campus (A-Tech) in the B Building. 1565 State Route 307, Jefferson, Ohio. Monthly meetings will resume soon! Check out our Facebook page or our website at www.dustybootsridingclub.com for current happenings.
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Tri-Co Trail Association presents
13th Annual Summer Bash and All Breed Trail Challenge When: June 12-14, 2020 Where: Tri-Co Campground 2662 Downing St. SW
East Sparta, Ohio
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Ohio Morgan Horse Association
Join OMHA High Point Program PRESIDENT, Alyssa Rose VICE PRESIDENT, Elizabeth Thomas SECRETARY, Nancy Rinz TREASURER, Elizabeth Burick WEBSITE, www.ohiomorganhorse.com
by Susan Walker Just this week the news came down of three more horse shows being cancelled due to COVID-19 guidelines. In fact, this darn virus made a liar out of me regarding last month’s ‘Mark Your Calendar’ section. Probably most significant for most of the readers of this column was the cancellation of the 2020 Morgan Gold Cup regional show, which most of us consider ‘our’ regional, I believe. I know many were optimistic that
the Gold Cup could happen, but according to their message, the Columbus fairgrounds are to be closed through the month of May and uncertain of being able to open for the June show. You may well be wondering, “what about the Buckeye?” As of now, we are operating on the assumption that we will be able to have a show. Plans and contingencies are being discussed. Which makes me feel sympathetic toward the hard-working Gold Cup show committee who’s many hours of hard work and planning have been in vain. I have heard that some barns have implemented social distancing measures enabling them to allow customers and lesson students to return. Those who have been unable to get your horse fix or to interact with your beloved four-hooved friends,
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you have my sincere sympathies. If you are lucky enough to be able to be riding or driving, let me remind you that as part of the OMHA high point program “Morgan horses are recognized and rewarded for serving as pleasure mounts and driving horses outside of the show ring.” And it is quite easy; just record the hours you are with your horse pleasure riding or driving, once your horse is enrolled. A log sheet for recording your horse can be located on the club’s website. The American Morgan Horse Association has a similar program available. It is called the My Morgan and Me Program (formerly the Pathways Recreational Program.) I am not familiar with the rules of the AMHA program, but it may be that the same hours in the saddle or in the buggy could count in both programs, giving you a two for one. One of our members received national recognition via ‘The Morgan Horse’ magazine in the April/May issue. Congratulations to Robert Wyatt for your twopage spread in the magazine in a
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section entitled ‘Morgan People.’ The article included two color photos: a lovely picture of Robert driving his carriage driving horse, TES Cartel on a driving course and a photo of Robert with his trainer, Nancy Flower, both sitting in a carriage. Robert looking dapper wearing his top hat and with whip in hand, and Nancy holding a gold cup. In the article, Robert is quoted to say, “I want to be known as the driver who is successful competing with his Morgan horse, not as the old guy doing carriage driving.” Mission accomplished, Robert, Nancy and Cartel! MARK YOUR CALENDAR (Subject to change—check before attending.)
MAY 31: Deadline for submission of high point enrollment/horse show report forms for Nov. 2019– April 2020 competitions. AUG. 12-15: Buckeye Morgan Challenge Horse Show, Champions Center, Springfield, Ohio. NOV. 21: Annual Meeting/ High Point Awards Banquet, The Galaxy Restaurant, Wadsworth, Ohio.
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Tri-County Trail Association
Moving Forward with Summer Bash and Obstacle Challenge PRESIDENT, Jim Mike; VICE PRESIDENT, Leroy Wilson; SECRETARY, Amy Crawford; TREASURER, Chuck Stephens EMAIL, ckrumm1958@gmail.com WEBSITE, www.tri-cotrails.com
by Cindy Krumm Greetings from Tri-Co Trails! It is hard to hold plans when
we are living through such unprecedented times. However, as our state moves towards reopening, we are beginning to see signs of hope for the 2020 trail riding season. With the most optimism we can muster, we have decided to move forward with our plans to hold our Summer Bash and Obstacle Challenge. This weekend is scheduled for June 12-14. We hope you will be able to join us. We ask that you continue to maintain the social
distancing standards while at our events. Masks are encouraged. Our campground is large and we will have our picnic tables spread out to help participants to remain mindful of the need to maintain social distancing. Paid reservations by May 29 will get you a commemorative T-shirt. This is not a postmark date—the registrations must be received by then in order to get the shirts in time. This weekend will include a meal on Friday evening, three meals on Saturday and also breakfast on Sunday. Saturday will be the day of our Obstacle Challenge. We will offer classes in Youth and adult—divided in three levels: Walk only; Walk/ Trot; and Walk/Trot/Canter. Horse and rider may not cross enter in any classes. A horse may be shared by multiple riders— in multiple categories. Awards for this challenge will be given out Saturday evening. We will also hand out annual awards for our club (we had to cancel our awards banquet in April). There
will be some entertainment and we will also have a 50/50 and some items to raffle during the evening. At this time we will continue with our plans to hold our annual Ox and Pig Roast Aug. 14-16. Please mark your calendars for this weekend. This will also be the weekend of our Annual Raffle. This weekend and raffle are crucial to our club for funds to maintain our campgrounds and trails. The weekend will include five meals. As with all our weekends, you may purchase meals as a package, or buy them individually. The raffle will be for 12 cash prizes ranging from $50 through $1500! The food is always amazing and there will be many opportunities to win cash and other raffle items. Visit our website at www.TriCoTrails.com for information about all of our activities at our camp. In addition, you can find information about future events at our camp this year on Tri-Co’s Facebook page.
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Corral Calendar The COVID-19 pandemic is affecting all of us, creating a great deal of uncertainty within the horse show industry. It is simply impossible for the Horsemen’s Corral to keep up with event cancellations prior to going to print. Please take care of yourself, your family and your horses. Now more than ever...CALL BEFORE YOU HAUL! DISCLAIMER: The Horsemen’s Corral has made every effort to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information provided on this calendar of events. However, the information is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind. The Corral does not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained herein. Where possible, event contact information is provided. Please “Call before you haul”. JUNE 2020 JUNE 4-5 — Keystone Driving Horse Sale, Centre County Grange Fairgrounds, Centre Hall, PA. FMI: Rudy Swarey, 814-349-5951. JUNE 4-7 — The Michigan Slide In Show, Midland County Fair, 6905 Eastman Ave., Midland, MI. FMI: 989-859-1441, www. mrha.org. JUNE 4-7 — 31st Annual Indy Circuit, Henry Co. Saddle Club, 321 W 100 N, New Castle, IN. FMI: Elite Show Management, 319-4001065. JUNE 5: Wayne County Saddle Club Contest Open Fun Show, 7 p.m., 4200 Overton Rd., Wooster, OH. FMI: 330-8444041, www.waynecountysaddleclub.com.
JUNE 5-6 — IBRA Sanctioned Show, Michiana Event Center, Shipshewana, IN. FMI: Lynsey Hostetler, 260-463-1112, www.ibra.us. JUNE 5-6 — Oakland County Open Horse Show Circuit Triple B’s/Mane Connection, Springfield Oaks County Park, Davisburg, MI. FMI: www.oakgov.com/msu/4h/pages/ events.aspx. JUNE 5-7 — Mounted Archery Clinic, Kelly Chapman Natural Horse Training Beginner Clinic & Advanced Clinic, Creek Side Horse Park, 7460 Elson St., Waynesburg, OH. FMI: Cynthia, 330-323-3559, www. creeksidehorsepark.com. JUNE 5-7 — Northern Kentucky Horse Network at Midwest Trail Ride, Norman, IN. FMI: Jim Mayer, 859-472-2880, jimwmayer@yahoo.com, www.nkhn.info JUNE 5-7 — Big John Scholarship Show MYHA Speed & Pleasure Shows, Marion County Fairgrounds, 122 E. Fairgrounds, Marion, OH. FMI: www.owha.org. JUNE 5-7 — Great Lakes Buckskin Association Show, MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI. FMI: Lisa Olney, 616-9029086, www.glbahorse.org. JUNE 5-7 — Ranch Horse Association of Michigan Show, Berrien County Youth Fairgrounds, Berrien Springs, MI. FMI: 616890-1190, www.miranchhorse.com.
JUNE 5-7 — Blue Ribbon Driving Show, Ionia Fairgrounds, 317 S. Dexter St., Ionia, MI. FMI: Michigan Horse Drawn Vehicle Association, mhdva.org. JUNE 5-7 — IBRA Sanctioned Show, Winfield Riding Club, Winfield, WV. FMI: Edwin Raush, 304-882-2195, www.ibra.us. JUNE 6 — Ohio Foundation Quarter Horse Association Show, Guernsey County Fairgrounds, 335 Old National Rd., Lore City, OH. FMI: Don Uffner, 740-877-7993. JUNE 6 — Wayne County Saddle Club Open Pleasure Point Show, 10 a.m., 4200 Overton Rd., Wooster, OH. FMI: Angie Didinger, 330-201-1022, www. waynecountysaddleclub.com. JUNE 6 — Ohio Valley Team Penning Association Show, 9:30 a.m., Kuhlber Farm, 220 Edgewater Dr., Darlington, PA. FMI: Pam Bradshaw, 814-504-4215, pbteampenning@aol.com. JUNE 6 — IBRA Sanctioned Show, Mercer County Fairgrounds, Celina, OH. FMI: Baily Vantilburg, 567-644-5761, www.ibra.us. JUNE 6 — Under The Oaks Open Horse Show, 610 Whetstone St., Bucyrus, OH. FMI: 419-563-5170. JUNE 6 — Comb & Curry 4-H Club Open Show, Tuscola County Fairgrounds, Caro, MI. FMI: Kristal Baker, 989-660-9064.
JUNE 6 — Serenity Farm Spring Dressage, Serenity Farm, Byron Center, MI. FMI: Janine Holmes, 616-723-4122. JUNE 6-7 — Ranch Clinic (with cow work), Terry Myers Training Center, Ostrander, OH. FMI: 740-666-1162, www. TMTrainingCenter.com. JUNE 6-7 — 1st Annual 4-H Horse Camp & Mini Clinics, Preble County Fairgrounds, Eaton, OH. FMI: www.preble.osu.edu JUNE 7 — Massillon Saddle Club Pleasure Show, 12680 Sally St. SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: 330-234-7637, www. massillonsaddleclub.org. JUNE 7 — Harry Hughes 2020 Circuit Show, 5563 Waterville Swanton Rd., Swanton, OH. FMI: Mary Staler, 419-826-8532, www. harryhughes.org. JUNE 7 — Erie County Horse Advisors’ 4-H Pleasure Show, 9 a.m., Erie County Fairgrounds, Sandusky, OH. FMI: Betsy Gordon, 419-573-9614. JUNE 7 — Spring/Summer Trail Ride, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Maybury Trail Riders Association, 20145 Beck Road, Northville, MI. FMI: 248349-8390, www.mayburytrailriders.org. JUNE 8-9 — 2 Day Bring A Friend Camp, Win-Seek Performance Horses, Trumbull, OH. FMI: 330-638-2255, winseekperformance.simdif.com.
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September 12 Annual Hay Day Event!
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SATURDAY, JUNE 13
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SATURDAY, JUNE 27
In hand classes only. Showmanship, Halter, Fun/Contest classes. Annual Hay Day Event for children/adults with disabilities. Come show in the morning and stay to help with Hay Day! Free concessions for volunteers.
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Mini Fuzzy Show, 11 a.m. CA
Open Saddle Horse Show, 11 a.m. Mini Show, 11 a.m.
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Mini/Saddle Show, 11 a.m.
Mini/Saddle Fun Show, 9 a.m. and Annual Hay Day Event
Mini Show, 11 a.m.
All shows held at Weiss Field, 33401 Webber Road, Avon Lake, Ohio 44012 Showbills and Judge information to follow. We will post on our Facebook page and the Horsemen’s Corral. For more information contact Kathleen Azzarello, 440-536-0145 or email: Kathleen@getdependable.com Avon Lake Saddle Club (ALSC) HORSEMEN’S CORRAL
www.avonlakesaddleclub.com June 2020
Geauga Horse & Pony Association
2020 OPEN HORSE SHOWS Geauga County Fairgrounds — Burton, Ohio
EAST SHOW RING • 8:30 A.M. May 24LED EL ANCMiller CLisa
JuneLL7ED ANCEAllen CTodd
FREE STALLS!
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NCE Wilson EmilyCA Ianning
May 24
30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41.
August 2
Jamie Binegar
Regular Class Entry Fee: $7 per class or $60 Show All Day (same horse, same rider) Regular Class Paybacks: 1st-$7, 2nd-$5, 3rd-$3, GHPA bucks for 4th & 5th **Classes must have 4 entries or more to qualify for payback Jackpot Open Ring Classes: $12 entry fee with 80% payback Office Fee: $5 per exhibitor or $10 per family Contest Entry Fee and Paybacks: $7 per class with an 80% payback per class Contesting Timing Fee: $2 per horse per show Exhibition Class: $4 per run (2 run max, same horse/same rider) **15 contestant minimum for 3D or class will be run as Open
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1. Open Ranch Riding Pattern 1 a. Jackpot Ranch Riding Pattern (runs concurrent with Open Ranch Riding Pattern) $50 Added 2. Limited Ranch Riding Pattern 3. Open Ranch Horse Rail 3 a. Jackpot Ranch Horse Rail (runs concurrent with Open Ranch Horse Rail) $50 Added 4. Limited Ranch Horse Rail 5. Ranch Reining 6. Ranch Trail 7. Ranch Conformation at Halter — INTERMISSION — (Not to start before 11 a.m.) 8. Open Hunter Under Saddle (All Ages) 8 a. Jackpot Hunter Under Saddle (runs concurrent with Open Hunter Under Saddle) $50 Added
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July 12
Jay Lanzer
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20a. Jackpot Western Horsemanship Open Youth Hunter Under Saddle (run concurrently with Open (18 & under) Western Horsemanship) $50 Added Open Adult Hunter Under Saddle 21. Open Youth Western Horsemanship (19 & over) (18 & under) Open English Equitation (All Ages) 22. Open Adult Western Horsemanship Jackpot English Equitation (19 & over) (run concurrently with Open English 23. Open Western Pleasure (All Ages) Equitation) $50 Added 23a. Jackpot Western Pleasure (runs Open Youth English Equitation (18 & under) concurrent with Open Western Pleasure) Open Adult English Equitation (19 & over) 24. Open Youth Western Pleasure (18 & under) — INTERMISSION — (30 Minutes) 25. Open Adult Western Pleasure (19 & over) Open Youth Showmanship (18 & under) — INTERMISSION — Open Adult Showmanship (19 & over) 26. Key Hole Longe Line (2 years & under) 27. Stakes Open Horse Halter 28a. Open Poles Exhibition — INTERMISSION — 28. 3D Poles Open Trail 29a. Open Cloverleaf Barrels Exhibition Open Discipline Rail English or Western 29. 3D Cloverleaf Barrels Open Western Horsemanship (All Ages)
SMALL GRANDSTAND RING • 8:30 A.M. June 7
ELLED Allison CANCApplegett
FREE STALLS!
June 28
CELLED Alex CANDeWitt
July 12
Tammy Braham
August 2
Awarding Trophy & Ribbons in W/T & Novice classes 1st-6th 3 DAILY HIGH POINTS: W/T 9 & under, W/T 10-18, Novice 42. Novice English Pleasure 43. Lead Line (6 & under) — INTERMISSION — 44. Walk Trot Halter 45. Novice Halter 46. Walk Trot Showmanship (9 & under) (English or Western) 47. Walk Trot Showmanship (10-18) (English or Western) 48. Novice Showmanship (English or Western) — 30 MINUTE INTERMISSION — 49. Walk Trot Trail (9 & under) 50. Walk Trot Trail (10-18) 51. Novice Trail
August 16
Hillary McGowan Brandy Kemmer
Regular Class: $7 per class or $60 Show All Day (same horse, same rider) Jumping Classes: $7 per class (not included in Show All Day Fee) Office Fee: $5 per exhibitor or $10 per family
Walk Trot Equitation over cross rails Walk Trot Working Hunter over cross rails Walk Trot Canter Equitation over cross rails Walk Trot Canter Working Hunter over cross rails Equitation over Fences (2.0 ft) Working Hunter over Fences (2.0 ft) Hunter Hack (2.0 ft) — INTERMISSION — Walk Trot English Equitation (9 & under) Walk Trot English Equitation (10-18) Novice English Equitation Walk Trot English Pleasure (9 & under) Walk Trot English Pleasure (10-18)
August 16
Tammy Lickliter
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3 DAI HIGHPO LY IN EVERY S TS AT HOW! Walk Trot Western Horsemanship
(9 & under) Walk Trot Western Horsemanship (10-18) Novice Western Horsemanship Walk Trot Western Pleasure (9 & under) Walk Trot Western Pleasure (10-18) Novice Western Pleasure Walk Trot Barrels Novice Barrels Walk Trot Golf Ball & Spoon Novice Golf Ball & Spoon Walk Trot Fanny Race Novice Fanny Race
A list of classes counting toward daily high point for Walk Trot and Novice will be posted and available in entry booth. Contestants in Jackpot classes must also enter the corresponding GHPA class. Jumping classes will be placed and awarded ribbons for 1st through 6th. Check our website: www.ghpa.us for all rules, regulations, and how to qualify for year-end awards! GHPA shows are Paint Alternative Competition (PAC) approved.
For More Information Check Our Website: www.ghpa.us
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Corral Calendar Continued from page 18 JUNE 10 — IBRA Sanctioned Show, Hodge Arena, Versailles, KY. FMI: Carmon Poor, 859-509-1431, www.ibra.us. JUNE 11-12 — Summer Carriage & Draft Horse Sale, Mt. Hope Auction, Mt. Hope, OH. FMI: Thurman Mullet, 330-674-6188, www.mthopeauction.com. JUNE 11-12 — Hoosier Horse Classic, Hoosier Horse Park, Edinburgh, IN. FMI: Jan 317-372-1061, www.indianahalfarab.com JUNE 12-13 — IBRA Sanctioned Show, LaGrange County Fairgrounds, LaGrange, IN. FMI: 260-316-0246, www.ibra.us. JUNE 12-14 — Tri-County Trail Association Summer Bash & Obstacle Challenge, 2662 Downing St. SW, East Sparta, OH. FMI: Bev Mills, 330-428-4182, www.tri-cotrails. com. JUNE 12-14 — Friday Night Barrel Bash (12th) & Youth Rodeo (13th & 14th), Garwood Arena, 2538 Middleton Road, Columbiana, OH. FMI: 330-717-4329, stefanie@garwoodcattle.com. JUNE 12-14 — Intro to Liberty, Alliance Equestrian Center, Yorktown, IN. FMI: Allison, 765-730-3993, whislerequineservices@yahoo.com. JUNE 12-14 — CMHA Year End Point Approved Show, Shiawassee County Fairgrounds, 2900 Hibbard Rd., Corunna, MI. FMI: 989-666-4867, cmhasecretary@ gmail.com, www.cmha.info. JUNE 13 — Stacie Widder MT Double S Women Only Clinic, Creek Side Horse Park, 7460 Elson St. SW, Waynesburg, OH. FMI: Cynthia, 330-323-3559, www. creeksidehorsepark.com
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JUNE 13 — Avon Lake Saddle Club Open Saddle Horse Show, 11 a.m., Weiss Field, 33401 Webber Road, Avon Lake, OH. FMI: Kathleen Azzarello, 440-536-0145, kathleen@getdependable.com, www. avonlakesaddleclub.com. JUNE 13 — Speed Show, Knox County Horse Park, 7500 Thayer Road, Mt. Vernon, OH. FMI: 816-305-6328, www. knoxcountyhorsepark.com. JUNE 13 — St. Mary’s Saddle Club Speed Show, 5 p.m., Riverside Acres Tack, 14148 St. Mary’s River Road, St. Mary’s, OH. FMI: Brenda, 419-394-3562, www.owha.org. JUNE 13 — Youth Rodeo K-12, Rocky Fork Rodeo Co., Kimbolton, OH. FMI: Stephanie Dolweck, 740-581-0447. JUNE 13 — Ingham County 4H Horse Leaders Open Show, Ingham Co. Fairgrounds & Exposition Center, 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. FMI: Facebook: Capital Area Open Horse Circuit. JUNE 13 — Wrangers 4-H Club Open Show, Tuscola County Fairgrounds, Caro, MI. FMI: Holly Harp, 810-358-8477. JUNE 13-14 — Ranch Clinic with Cow Work, Terry Myers Training Center, Ostrander, OH. FMI: 740-666-1162, www. TMTrainingCenter.com. JUNE 13-14 – OMIQHA Summer Sunsation, Champion Center Expo, Springfield, OH. FMI: Vanessa Lay, 937-620-0662, www. omiquarterhorseassn.com. JUNE 14 — Stacie Widder Double S Clinic, Creek Side Horse Park, 7460 Elson St., Waynesburg, OH. FMI: Cynthia, 330-3233559, www.creeksidehorsepark.com.
JUNE 14 — Straight A’s Speed Show, 11 a.m., 2250 Alliance Rd. NW, Malvern, OH. FMI: 888-556-3772, www.RanchCity.com JUNE 14 — Reality Dreams Open Horse Show, Fairfield County Fairgrounds, Lancaster, OH. FMI: Karen, 740-385-3431. JUNE 14 — IBRA Sanctioned Show, Diamond 7 Ranch and Arena, Dillsburg, PA. FMI: Dave, 717-729-1037, www.ibra.us. JUNE 14 — Holland Western Saddle Club IMTCA Challenge #1, 3856 61st St., Holland,MI. FMI: www.hollandwestern.net. JUNE 17 — Ohio Western Horse Association Speed Show, Champaign County Fairgrounds, Urbana, OH. FMI: Laura, 567-674-3421, www.owha.org. JUNE 17-21 — 13th Annual All Breed OQHA Ride & 3-Day Mountain Trail Competition, Creek Side Horse Park, 7460 Elson St., Waynesburg, OH. FMI: Cynthia, 330-3233559, www.creeksidehorsepark.com. JUNE 17-21 — Region 13 Pre Show A & B Concurrent & Region 13 Championship, World Equestrian Center, Wilmington, OH. FMI: Jan Decker, 317-372-1061. JUNE 18-20 — MCDE 2020, Metamora Carriage & Driving Assoc., 4295 Barber Rd., Metamora, MI. FMI: www. metamoracarriagedriving.org. JUNE 18-20 — Ohio Mount N Trail Obstacle Competition 2020 Series, Creek Side Horse Park, 7460 Elson St., Waynesburg, OH. FMI: 330-854-5400. Find us on Facebook. JUNE 19-20 — Mid Ohio Marauders “Who Gets The Bounty”, Madison County Fairgrounds, London, OH. FMI: Tim Calvin, 740-206-7214, www.midohiomarauders. com.
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JUNE 19-21 — Ohio Ranch Horse Association Show, Henderson’s Arena, Jackson, OH. FMI: 740-407-2286, www. ohioranchhorseassociation.com. JUNE 19-21 — RSTPA Sorting & Penning, Garwood Arena, 2538 Middleton Road, Columbiana, OH. FMI: 330-717-4329, stefanie@garwoodcattle.com. JUNE 19-21 — Intro to Liberty Clinic, Australian Equine Performance Center, Midway, KY. FMI: 859-940-9129, www. doubledanhorsemanship.com. JUNE 19-21 — Indiana Mt. Regulators 4-Stage Double Point Shoot, Hoosier Horse Park, Edinburgh, IN. FMI: Connie Ricketts, 260-668-1770, dcr@locl.net. JUNE 19-21 — IBRA Super Show, Midland County Fairgrounds, Midland, MI. FMI: Dawn Shirley, 330-771-3205, www.ibra.us. JUNE 20 — North West Ohio Contenders Speed Series, Wyandot County Fairgrounds, 10171 St. Rt. 53, Upper Sandusky, OH. FMI: Tiffany Derr, 419-310-1955. JUNE 20 — Holland Western Saddle Club Open Show #2, 3856 61 Street, Holland, MI. FMI: www.hollandwestern.net. JUNE 20 — Glass-Ed Annual Dressage, Pine Lake Stables, Plainwell, MI. FMI: Mary Johnson, 269-664-4223, www.glass-ed.org. JUNE 20 — IBRA Sanctioned Show, Hodge Arena, Versailles, KY. FMI: Carmon Poor, 859-509-1431, www.ibra.us. JUNE 20 — Belmont Stakes, Belmont Park, Elmont, NY. FMI: www.belmontstakes.com. JUNE 20-21 — IBRA Super Show, Midland County Fairgrounds, Midland, MI. FMI: Dawn Shirley, 330-771-3205, www.ibra.us.
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Corral Calendar Continued from page 20 JUNE 20-21 — Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros Young Guns I & II Shoot, 10 a.m., Ashtabula County Fairgrounds, 107 Poplar Street, Jefferson, OH. FMI: Dave or Karen Davis, 330-719-3290. JUNE 21 — Massillon Saddle Club Pleasure Show, 12680 Sally St. SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: 330-234-7637, www. massillonsaddleclub.org. JUNE 24-26 — Obbie Schlom Clinic, Geauga County Fairgrounds, Burton, OH. FMI: Geauga Horse and Pony Association, www.ghpa.us. JUNE 24-28 — Region 14 Preshow & Championship, Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY. FMI: Cindy Clinton, 937935-1753, cindy@cindyclinton.com, www. aha14.com. JUNE 24-28 — 5-Day Liberty Clinic, Australian Equine Performance Center, Midway, KY. FMI: 859-940-9129, www. doubledanhorsemanship.com. JUNE 25-26 — East Coast Harness Horse Sale, Harrisburg Farm Show Complex, Harrisburg, PA. FMI: 765-524-6117. JUNE 25-27 — Extreme Mustang Makeover 2020, Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY. FMI: 512-869-3225, www. extrememustangmakeover.com JUNE 25-28 — Trick & Fancy Riding 4-Day Camp, Pass The Torch Leadership Camp, 62699 Ault Rd., Belmont, OH. FMI: www. passthetorchleadershipcamp.com. JUNE 26 — IBRA Sanctioned Show, Double YY Saddle Club, Edinburgh, IN. FMI: Toni Walker, 317-670-7619, www.ibra.us. JUNE 26-28 — Indiana Equine Roundup, C Bar C Expo Center, 253 W. Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. FMI: 765-720-3251, www. cbarcexpo.com. JUNE 27 — Youth Rodeo K-12, Rocky Fork Rodeo Co., Kimbolton, OH. FMI: Stephanie Dolweck, 740-581-0447. JUNE 27 — O.H.I.O. EXCA Race, Creek Side Horse Park, 7460 Elson St., Waynesburg, OH. FMI: Steve Fuller, 330-340-1540. JUNE 27 — Avon Lake Saddle Club Mini Show, 11 a.m., Weiss Field, 33401 Webber Road, Avon Lake, OH. FMI: Kathleen Azzarello, 440-536-0145, kathleen@getdependable.com, www. avonlakesaddleclub.com. JUNE 27 — Ohio Mount N Trail Obstacle Competition 2020 Series, Win-Seek, 5022 Everett Hull Rd., Cortland, OH. FMI: 330854-5400. Find us on Facebook. JUNE 27 — Buckin’ Ohio Pro Bull Riding Event, 8154 Garman Rd., Burbank, OH. FMI: 330-624-7205, www.buckinohio.com JUNE 27 — Kelli’s Crusade Benefit Open Horse Show in Memory of Kelli Baker, Medina Co. Fairgrounds, Medina, OH. FMI: 330-948-1784, kellis.crusade@yahoo.com, www.kelliscrusade.org. JUNE 27 — MW Pony Pals Speed Show, 12 p.m., Champaign County Fairgrounds, Urbana, OH. FMI: Laura, 567-674-3421, www.owha.org. JUNE 27 — OH IBRA Double Point Fundraiser Show, Crazy Woman Ranch, Lancaster, OH. FMI: 502-239-4000, www. ibra.us. JUNE 27 — 1-Day Horsemanship Clinic, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., C and C Horsemanship, Wayne, OH. FMI: 330-466-9423, candchorsemanship@gmail.com. JUNE 27 — IBRA Sanctioned Show, Kal-Val Saddle Club, Scotts, MI. FMI: Shajnett, 269567-8708, www.ibra.us.
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JUNE 27 — Boots & Saddle Open Horse Show, Ingham Co. Fairgrounds & Exposition Center, 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. FMI: Facebook: Capital Area Open Horse Circuit. JUNE 27 — IHTA Forbidden Trails Ride, Ionia Horse Trails, 2880 W. David Hwy., Ionia, MI. FMI: www.ioniahorsetrailsassociation.org. JUNE 27 — Boots & Bridle 4-H Club Open Show, Tuscola County Fairgrounds, Caro, MI. FMI: Amy Kotsch, 989-683-3271. JUNE 27 — IBRA Sanctioned Show, Rocky Hill Ranch, Spring Grove, PA. FMI: Chandrelle, 717-253-5022, www.ibra.us. JUNE 27 — Hartmeyer Stables Summer Spectacular Series, 10 a.m., 7111 W. Bethel Ave., Muncie, IN. FMI: Karen, 765-730-3107. JUNE 27-28 — Ladies Clinic, Terry Myers Training Center, Ostrander, OH. FMI: 740666-1162, www.TMTrainingCenter.com. JUNE 28 — Massillon Saddle Club Contest Show, 12680 Sally St. SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: 330-234-7637, www. massillonsaddleclub.org. JUNE 28 — Madison County OHC Gymkhana, Madison County Fairgrounds, London, OH. FMI: Jennifer Hunter, 614402-0861. JUNE 28 — Harry Hughes 2020 Circuit Scholarship Show, 5563 Waterville Swanton Rd., Swanton, OH. FMI: Mary Staler, 419826-8532, www.harryhughes.org. JUNE 28 — Medina County Horse Committee Annual Open Horse Show, Medina Co. Fairgrounds, Medina, OH. FMI: Lee, 330-350-6858 JUNE 28 — Tri-State Miniature Horse Club Fun Show, 9 a.m., Randolph Fairgrounds, Randolph, OH. FMI: www.tristateminis. com JUNE 28 — Reality Dreams Open Horse Show, Fairfield County Fairgrounds, Lancaster, OH. FMI: Karen, 740-385-3431. JUNE 28 — IBRA Sanctioned Show, Twistn B Ranch, Scottsburg, IN. FMI: Penny Barth, 812-406-8512, www.ibra.us. JUNE 28 — Derbyshire Farms Dressage I, Derbyshire Farms, Stevensville, MI. FMI: Lucinda Henderson, 269-930-9808, derbyshirefarms@csi.net. JULY 2020 JULY 3-4 — Salute to America Barrels & Poles, Garwood Arena, 2538 Middleton Rd., Columbiana, OH. FMI: Stefanie Morris, 330-717-4329, stefanie@garwoodcattle. com. JULY 3-4 — St. Mary’s Saddle Club Speed Show (3rd @ 5 p.m.) & Pleasure Show (4th @ 9 a.m.), Riverside Acres Tack, 14148 St. Mary’s River Road, St. Mary’s, OH. FMI: Brenda, 419-394-3562, www.owha.org. JULY 3-4 — Horse Progress Days, Mt. Hope, OH. FMI: Virgil Yoder, 217-268-4026, www. horseprogressdays.com. JULY 3-5 — IBRA Super Show, C Bar C Expo, Cloverdale, IN. FMI: Susan Gilliland, 812325-0310, www.ibra.us. JULY 4 — Ohio Foundation Quarter Horse Association Show, Guernsey County Fairgrounds, 335 Old National Rd., Lore City, OH. FMI: Don Uffner, 740-877-7993. JULY 4 — Preble County OHC Speed & Fun Show, Hueston Woods Horseman’s Camp, 4 Mile Valley Road, Morning Sun, OH. FMI: Becky, 937-417-4359, www.facebook. com/groups/pcohc JULY 4 — Ranch Play Day, 4-7 p.m., Midwest Trail Ride & Outpost Store, 1264 Hunter’s Creek Rd., Norman, IN. FMI: 812-834-6686, www.midwesttrailride.com.
JULY 4-5 — Ashland Paint & Plain Show, 9 a.m., Ashland County Fairgrounds, 2042 Claremont Ave., Ashland, OH. FMI: Chunk Watts, 330-317-0945, www. ashlandpaintandplain.com JULY 4-5 — Ohio State Buckskin Assoc. Red, White & Buckskin Circuit, Champions Center, Springfield, OH. FMI: www. ohiobuckskins.org. JULY 9-12 — Michigan Reining Horse Assoc. Liberty Derby Show, Midland Co. Fair, 6905 Eastman Ave., Midland, MI. FMI: 989-8591441, www.mrha.org. JULY 10 — Wayne County Saddle Club Open Speed Show, 4200 Overton Road, Wooster, OH. FMI: Matt Schaaf, 330-4662749, www.waynecountysaddleclub.com JULY 10-12 — Mid-Ohio Dressage Classic I & II, Brave Horse Equestrian Center, 1029 S. County Line Rd., Johnstown, OH. FMI: www.midohiodressage.com. JULY 10-12 — Little Buckeye, Champions Center, Springfield, OH. FMI: 513-3135888, www.oqha.com. JULY 10-12 — Annual Bash 4 Cash, Central Ky. Ag/Expo Center, 678 S. Wallace Wilkinson Blvd., Liberty, KY. FMI: 812-6574306. JULY 10-12 — CMHA Year End Point Approved Show, Shiawassee County Fairgrounds, 2900 Hibbard Rd., Corunna, MI. FMI: 989-666-4867, cmhasecretary@ gmail.com, www.cmha.info. JULY 10-12 — Michigan Apple Blossom Classic 2020 Open Horse Show, MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI. FMI: 517-6554712, rtrainct@aol.com. JULY 10-17 — ARHA World Championship Show, C Bar C Expo Center, Cloverdale, IN. FMI: American Ranch Horse Association, 606-271-2963, arhacontact@aol.com, www.americanranchhorse.net. JULY 11 — Tri-County Trail Association Ride to Vaughan’s Pub & Grill, 10 a.m., 2662 Downing St. SW, East Sparta, OH. FMI: Ellen Van Pelt, 330-323-2834, www. tri-cotrails.com. JULY 11: Wayne County Saddle Club Open Pleasure Point Show, 10 a.m., 4200 Overton Rd., Wooster, OH. FMI: Angie Didinger, 330-201-1022, www. waynecountysaddleclub.com. JULY 11 — Ohio Valley Team Penning Association Show, 9:30 a.m., Treharne Training Center, 49053 Fredericktown Clarkson Rd., Negley, OH. FMI: Pam Bradshaw, 814-504-4215, pbteampenning@aol.com. JULY 11 — Knox County Horse Park Show, 7500 Thayer Road, Mt. Vernon, OH. FMI: 816-305-6328, www. knoxcountyhorsepark.com. JULY 11 — Youth Rodeo K-12, Rocky Fork Rodeo Co., Kimbolton, OH. FMI: Stephanie Dolweck, 740-581-0447. JULY 11 — Wyandot County Fairboard Running For The Money, Wyandot County Fairgrounds, Upper Sandusky, OH. FMI: Tiffany Derr, 419-310-1955. JULY 11 — Kelly Chapman Clinic #1, Holland Western Saddle Club, 3856 61st St., Holland, MI. FMI: hollandwesternsaddleclub@ gmail.com, www.hollandwestern.net. JULY 11 — 2nd Annual “Take It Easy” Driving Horse Show, Montcalm Co. Fairgrounds & Events, 8784 Peck Rd., Greenville, MI. FMI: Find on Facebook: Take It Easy Driving Horse Show. JULY 11 — Tuscola 4-H Horse Leaders Open Show, Tuscola County Fairgrounds, Caro, MI. FMI: Amy Kotsch, 989-683-3271.
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JULY 11 — Hartmeyer Stables Summer Spectacular Series, 10 a.m., 7111 W. Bethel Ave., Muncie, IN. FMI: Karen, 765-730-3107. JULY 11 — IBRA Sanctioned Show, Mt. Eden Saddle Club, Mt. Eden, KY. FMI: Sharon Gilbert, 502-738-9741, www.ibra.us. JULY 11-12 — MW Pony Pals Speed Show, (11th, exhibition 12 p.m., show 2 p.m.) & Pleasure Show (12th, 10 a.m.), Ada War Memorial Park, Ada, OH. FMI: Laura, 567674-3421, www.owha.org. JULY 11-12 — Ohio Paint Horse Club OH/ MI Border Blast Scholarship Show, Fulton County Fairgrounds, Wauseon, OH. FMI: www.ophc.org. JULY 11-12 — Willow Tree Dressage Show I, Willow Tree Farm, Bangor, MI. FMI: Karen, 269-470-5007, karenbielefeld@gmail.com. JULY 12 — Massillon Saddle Club Contest Show, 12680 Sally St. SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: 330-234-7637, www. massillonsaddleclub.org. JULY 12 — Geauga Horse & Pony Association Open Horse Show, Geauga County Fairgrounds, Burton, OH. FMI: ghpa08@yahoo.com, www.ghpa.us. JULY 12 — Straight A’s Speed Show, 11 a.m., 2250 Alliance Rd. NW, Malvern, OH. FMI: 888-556-3772, www.RanchCity.com JULY 12 — Reality Dreams Open Horse Show, Fairfield County Fairgrounds, Lancaster, OH. FMI: Karen, 740-385-3431. JULY 12 — Holland Western Saddle Club IMTCA Challenge #2, 3856 61st St., Holland,MI. FMI: hollandwesternsaddleclub@gmail.com, www.hollandwestern.net. JULY 13-20 — USPC Festival 2020, Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY. FMI: The United States Pony Clubs, Inc., 859-254-7669, www.ponyclub.org. JULY 14-19 — Great Lakes Area Driving Ride & Drive Camp/HDT, Windy Knoll, 474 OH58, Sullivan, OH. FMI: 440-292-7198. JULY 15 — IBRA Sanctioned Show, Hodge Arena, Versailles, KY. FMI: Carmon Poor, 859-509-1431, www.ibra.us. JULY 17: Wayne County Saddle Club Contest Open Fun Show, 7 p.m., 4200 Overton Rd., Wooster, OH. FMI: 330-8444041, www.waynecountysaddleclub.com. JULY 17-19 — Tri-County Trail Association Away Ride, Beaver Creek, 12816 Sprucevale Rd., East Liverpool, OH. FMI: Ellen Van Pelt, 330-323-2834, www.tricotrails.com. JULY 17-19 — IBRA Sanctioned Show, Decatur County Fairgrounds, Greensburg, IN. FMI: Deb Richards, 812-593-2815, www.ibra.us. JULY 18 — Wayne County Saddle Club Open Contest Point Show, Walk-Trot at 10 a.m.; running events not before noon, 4200 Overton Rd., Wooster, OH. FMI: Rich Gortner, 330-466-1171, www. waynecountysaddleclub.com. JULY 18 — Avon Lake Saddle Club Mini Show, 11 a.m., Weiss Field, 33401 Webber Road, Avon Lake, OH. FMI: Kathleen Azzarello, 440-536-0145, kathleen@getdependable.com, www. avonlakesaddleclub.com. JULY 18 — North West Ohio Contenders Speed Series, Wyandot County Fairgrounds, 10171 St. Rt. 53, Upper Sandusky, OH. FMI: Tiffany Derr, 419-310-1955. JULY 18 — 1st Annual Miniature Horse Fun Show, 9 a.m., Blue Lakes Farm, Newbury, OH. FMI: Angelle McIntire, 440-479-2525.
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Rocky Fork Rodeo Company Youth Rodeo K-12 ATTENTION: All horses must have a current Coggins on file! You must show current paperwork at the first sign in.
––––––– 2020 RODEO SCHEDULE ––––––– No First rodeo (June 13): mandatory parents meeting at 9:45 Spectators in the stands a.m. to introduce officers, review rule changes, Rodeos begin at 10 a.m. • Rain or Shine • Concessions on grounds
and answer questions about the rodeo. Plan to attend!
JUNE 13 • JUNE 27 • JULY 11 JULY 25 • AUG. 8 • AUG. 22 • SEPT. 5 FINALS WEEKEND: SEPT. 19-20
(from the resort)
We will be practicing social distancing!
DIRECTIONS: Located 13 miles North of Cambridge, Ohio, at the Rocky Fork Ranch Resort. Take I-77 Exit 54 (Kimbolton) turn East. Go 1/2 mile and turn left at stop sigh onto CR 35 (Old 21), in 5.5 miles turn right on to Broadhead Rd. (CR 585), go 3 miles, arena is on the right.
Events Offered at Rocky Fork Rodeo Company • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Jr. Bulls, Steer, Calf & Jr. Calf Riding Sheep Riding Chute Dog Steer Daubing Dummy & Advanced Dummy Team: Heading & Team Heeling Roping Breakaway & Drag Dummy Roping Tie down Roping Goat Tail Untying, Advanced Goat & Goat Tying Bareback Pony Riding Barrels Flags Poles Down & Back
FOR MORE INFORMATION Stephanie Dolweck (740) 581-0447 Facebook: Rocky Fork Rodeo Company June 2020
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Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros
LEMV Shooting Events to be Held as Scheduled PRESIDENT, R. David Davis VICE PRESIDENT, Brian (Doc) Hric SECRETARY/TREASURER, Karen Davis; PHONE, 330-719-3290 EMAIL, karenld0819@gmail.com WEBSITE, www.lakeerievaqueros.net
by Karen (Chilipepper) Davis Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros are still planning on having their Mounted Shooting events as scheduled. We have the OK from Ashtabula County Fair Board unless something drastic happens between now and then. The office personnel will do everything they can by taking steps for safety during COVID-19. The office will be for office personnel only until this pandemic is over. We are hoping to have a nice turn
out and a good season. We want everyone to be safe! Practices are still on hold until further notice. Our May meeting was held as a teleconference, hopefully in June we can hold a regular meeting, time will tell. I hope between the rain drops and the mud everyone has a chance to ride their horses and work with them as much as they can to get ready for the season. It has really been hard on everyone, staying at home and not being able to be with family and friends. My mother will be 92 in July and I call her every other day to see how she is doing. I would rather go see her for myself to see how she is doing, but you never know whether you could be a carrier and give to someone, so I stay home. I go out once a week to get feed for my horse and go to the grocery store if I need something and back home. Ashtabula County
has 160 cases and 17 deaths so far as of May 5, 2020. Let us all keep praying that this pandemic will end soon so we can get on with our lives and be with all our family and friends. Let’s pray for all the people who are taking care of those who have contracted this horrible virus; doctors, nurses, EMT’s, police, fire departments, store owners and employees out there that are still able to be working. And pray for everyone who is out of work to be able to get back to work soon. It is all in God’s hands. Please follow the social distancing and stay safe! LEMV 2020 SCHEDULE June 20-21, July 18-19, Sept. 19-20, Aug. 22-23...we hope to see everyone in the spring and summer! Special thanks to our sponsors: Big Dee’s Vet and Tack Supply
where you can get all your pet supplies and everything they need; CMSA; Lonesome Pine Ammo; Uncle Jimmy’s Brand Products for all your pets treats; The Horsemen’s Corral; Stagecoach West; Wendy Shaffer, MMCP, massage therapy for your horses; KDGowins Photography for great equine photos of you and your horse; Park Side Trailer Sales and Services, Inc., look them up for new or used horse trailers or parts or service on the one you have; Trumbull Locker for good tasting meat; Rocks Farm and Garden for good tasting fruit and vegetables; Siracki Realty, if you are looking for a new house, apartment or a place to rent and Altmeyer’s Trailer Sales in Jefferson, Ohio, looking for new or used horse trailers, cargo trailers, car mate trailers, American Haulers.
Corral Calendar Continued from page 22 JULY 18 — Rainbow Riders 4-H Dressage Show, Lowell, MI. FMI: Linda Cooper, 616260-1470, Linda_Cooper@amway.com, www.glass-ed.org. JULY 18-19 — Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros Guns & Roses I & II Shoot, 10 a.m., Ashtabula County Fairgrounds, 107 Poplar Street, Jefferson, OH. FMI: Dave or Karen Davis, 330-719-3290. JULY 18-19 — OCHA Cutting, Garwood Arena, 2538 Middleton Road, Columbiana, OH. FMI: 330-717-4329, stefanie@ garwoodcattle.com. JULY 18-19 — Ride For A Cure Benefit Open Show, Tuscola County Fairgrounds, Caro, MI. FMI: Jackie Garner, 989-302-0191, jd070409@gmail.com. JULY 19 — Massillon Saddle Club Pleasure Show, 12680 Sally St. SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: 330-234-7637, www. massillonsaddleclub.org. JULY 19 — Angels Haven Horse Rescue Fun Show, 9 a.m., Lewis Road Riding Ring Show Grounds, Cleveland MetroParks, Olmsted Falls. FMI: 440-781-5060, www. angelshavenhorserescue.org. JULY 19 — Tri-State Miniature Horse Club Fun Show, 9 a.m., Blue Lakes Farm, Newbury, OH. FMI: www.tristateminis. com. JULY 22-26 — The Madness presented by SOQHA, World Equestrian Center, Wilmington, OH. FMI: Kathy Avolt, 765714-4324, www.soqha.com.
JULY 24-26 — RSTPA Sorting & Penning, Garwood Arena, 2538 Middleton Road, Columbiana, OH. FMI: 330-717-4329, stefanie@garwoodcattle.com. JULY 24-26 — Kentucky Reining Horse Association Show, Lakeside Arena, 1385 Duncan Rd., Frankfort, KY. FMI: 740-8377441, www.krha.info. JULY 24-26 — CMHA Year End Point Approved Show, Shiawassee County Fairgrounds, 2900 Hibbard Rd., Corunna, MI. FMI: 989-666-4867, cmhasecretary@ gmail.com, www.cmha.info. JULY 25 — Buckeye Mini Horse & Donkey Sale, Wayne County Fairgrounds, 199 Vanover St., Wooster, OH. FMI: Daniel Schrock Auctioneer, 330-763-0905, schrocksauctioneering@gmail.com. JULY 25 — Avon Lake Saddle Club Mini/ Saddle Show, 11 a.m., Weiss Field, 33401 Webber Road, Avon Lake, OH. FMI: Kathleen Azzarello, 440-536-0145, kathleen@getdependable.com, www. avonlakesaddleclub.com. JULY 25 — Ohio Mount N Trail Obstacle Competition 2020 Series, Win-Seek, 5022 Everett Hull Rd., Cortland, OH. FMI: 330854-5400. Find us on Facebook. JULY 25 — Buckin’ Ohio Pro Bull Riding Event, 8154 Garman Rd., Burbank, OH. FMI: 330-624-7205, www.buckinohio.com JULY 25 — Northern Kentucky Horse Network All Breed Horse Show, Alexandria Fairgrounds, Alexandria, KY. FMI: Jim Mayer, 859-472-2880, jimwmayer@ yahoo.com, www.nkhn.info
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JULY 25 — Youth Rodeo K-12, Rocky Fork Rodeo Co., Kimbolton, OH. FMI: Stephanie Dolweck, 740-581-0447. JULY 25 — Ruggles Arena Speed Show, 2651 Township Rd. 155, Cardington, OH. FMI: Janet Ruggles, 419-210-7204. JULY 25 — Holland Western Saddle Club Open Show #3, 3856 61 Street, Holland, MI. FMI: www.hollandwestern.net. JULY 25-26 — Ohio Paint Horse Club Annual Amateur Show, Madison County Fairgrounds, London, OH. FMI: www. ophc.org. JULY 25-26 — Hardin County Joy Riders, 9 a.m., Ada War Memorial Park, Ada, OH. FMI: 419-303-2662, www.owha.org. JULY 25-26 — IBRA Sanctioned Show, Hodge Arena, Versailles, KY. FMI: Carmon Poor, 859-509-1431, www.ibra.us. JULY 25-26 — IBRA Sanctioned Show, Hinerman Arena, Blacksville, WV. FMI: Becky, 304-826-7391, www.ibra.us. JULY 25-26 — PA 4-H Junior Horse Championship Show, Centre County Grange Park, Centre Hall, PA. FMI: extension.psu. edu/4-h/projects/horses JULY 26 — Massillon Saddle Club Contest Show, 12680 Sally St. SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: 330-234-7637, www. massillonsaddleclub.org. JULY 26 — Harry Hughes 2020 Circuit Show, 5563 Waterville Swanton Rd., Swanton, OH. FMI: Mary Staler, 419-826-8532, www. harryhughes.org. JULY 26 — Derbyshire Farms Dressage II, Derbyshire Farms, Stevensville, MI. FMI: Lucinda Henderson, 269-930-9808, derbyshirefarms@csi.net. JULY 31: Wayne County Saddle Club Contest Open Fun Show, 7 p.m., 4200 Overton Rd., Wooster, OH. FMI: 330-8444041, www.waynecountysaddleclub.com.
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JULY 31 — IBRA Sanctioned Show, Twistn B Ranch, Scottsburg, IN. FMI: Penny Barth, 812-406-8512, www.ibra.us. JULY 31 — Beginner Driving Clinic, 5-8 p.m., 1790 Packard Hwy., Charlotte, MI. FMI: Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association, 517-763-3729. JULY 31-AUG. 1 — Oakland County Open Horse Show Circuit Paint Creek Valley, Springfield Oaks County Park, Davisburg, MI. FMI: www.oakgov.com/msu/4h/pages/ events.aspx. JULY 31-AUG.2 — Mounted Archery Practice/Competition, Kelly Chapman Natural Horse Training Beginner Clinic & Mountain Trail Competition, Creek Side Horse Park, 7460 Elson St., Waynesburg, OH. FMI: Cynthia, 330-323-3559, www. creeksidehorsepark.com. JULY 31-AUG. 2 — Ranch Horse Association of Michigan Show, Berrien County Youth Fairgrounds, Berrien Springs, MI. FMI: 616890-1190, www.miranchhorse.com. JULY 31-AUG. 2 — WV IBRA State Finals, The Good Evening Ranch, Canvas, WV. FMI: Ashley Skaggs, 304-646-4927, www. ibra.us. AUGUST 2020 AUG. 1 — Ohio Foundation Quarter Horse Association Show, Guernsey County Fairgrounds, 335 Old National Rd., Lore City, OH. FMI: Don Uffner, 740-877-7993. AUG. 1: Wayne County Saddle Club Open Pleasure Point Show, 10 a.m., 4200 Overton Rd., Wooster, OH. FMI: Angie Didinger, 330-201-1022, www. waynecountysaddleclub.com. AUG. 1 — Ohio Valley Team Penning Association Show, 9:30 a.m., Kuhlber Farm, 220 Edgewater Dr., Darlington, PA. FMI: Pam Bradshaw, 814-504-4215, pbteampenning@aol.com.
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Angels Haven Horse Rescue 2020 Fun Shows
Carlisle Equestrian Center • 13630 Nickle Plate Diagonal Rd., LaGrange, Ohio Lewis Road Riding Ring Show Grounds • Cleveland MetroParks, Olmsted Falls
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SUNDAY, JULY 19 Lewis Rd. Show Grounds (rain date: July 26) Judge: Jay Lanzer
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Carlisle Equestrian Center Judge: Amber Wise
CHAMPION & RESERVE CHAMPION AWARDED FOR 5 SHOW SERIES (3 at Lewis Rd.) for Select Equitation Classes (2 at Carlisle Equestrian) Sponsored by Finally Farm
1. Open Halter 2. Jr. Showmanship 17 & Under 3. Showmanship 18 & Over 4. **English Equitation 18 & Over (Walk/Trot/Canter) 5. English Pleasure 18 & Over (Walk/Trot/Canter) 6a. Lead-Line 8 & Under (Walk Only) English/Western Rider Cannot Enter in Walk, Trot or Canter Classes 6b. Pre Walk-Trot (Rider cannot enter in 6a) E/W Riders will be asked to do a short walk, trot, halt, back. Rider is not attached to lead line; handler nearby. 7. **English Equitation 17 & Under (Walk/Trot/Canter) 8. English Pleasure 17 & Under (Walk/Trot/Canter) 9. **Walk-Trot Equitation 18 & Over English/Western Rider Cannot Enter in Canter Classes 10. Walk-Trot Pleasure 18 & Over English/Western Rider Cannot Enter in Canter Classes 11. **Walk-Trot Equitation 17 & Under English/Western Rider Cannot Enter in Canter Classes 12. Walk-Trot Pleasure 17 & Under English/Western Rider Cannot Enter in Canter Classes 13. **Open Bareback Equitation All Ages (WTC or WTJ) Rider Cannot Enter in Class 14 14. **Walk-Trot Bareback Equitation All Ages Rider Cannot Enter in Class 13 15. Gaited Pleasure (Walk/Pleasure Gait Only) 16. Generation Gap (Walk/Trot) - Carlisle Show Trail - Lewis Rd. Show Course description & rules posted at registration area. 17. **Western Equitation 18 & Over (Walk/Jog/Lope) Entry Fees: $5 per class or $35 for 7 classes or more. MUST BE THE SAME HORSE/EXHIBITOR TEAM. Riders, spectators & volunteers are welcome at all our events. Food will be onsite and rescue horses present. SHOW RULES 1. Walk-trot classes are open to riders who have never competed in any class requiring a canter - riders may only cross enter into other walktrot classes. Advanced riders schooling horses may enter with no number sto they are not judged (entry fee still required). 2. Registration must be made at least two (2) classes prior to your class - for a refund, you must cancel two (2) classes prior to your class - no refund after class has started. 3. Proper show attire is optional - long pants and boots required. Helmets are mandatory for anyone under 18 on a horse on the show grounds.
SUNDAY, SEPT. 20 Lewis Rd. Show Grounds (No rain date) Judge: Dave Riedel
Shows begin at 9 a.m.
CORPORATE SPONSORS: Quaker Steak & Lube (Bronze Trotting Level) Worcester’s Feed & Equipment (Lead Line Level) Horsemen’s Corral (Lead Line Level) Creative Embroidery by Design (Drill Team sponsor)
18. Western Pleasure 18 & Over (Walk/Jog/Lope) 19. **Western Equitation 17 & Under (Walk/Jog/Lope) 20. Western Pleasure 17 & Under (Walk/Jog/Lope) 21. Jack Benny Pleasure (Walk/Trot but open riders may enter) Riders must be 39 years of age or older 22. Musical Sacks (Walk/Trot - open riders may enter) No dismount required 23. Pre Walk-Trot Keyhole Rider is not attached to lead line; handler nearby. 24. Keyhole (Walk/Trot Riders Only - No Canter Div.) May not enter both keyhole classes 25. Keyhole - Open (Walk/Trot/Canter Division) May not enter both keyhole classes 26. Pre Walk-Trot Barrel Racing (same rules as class 23) 27. Barrel Racing - Walk/Trot (same rules as classes 24 & 25) 28. Barrel Racing - Open (same rules as classes 24 & 25) 29. Egg & Spoon (Walk/Trot but open riders may enter) Canter Class Riders May Enter This Class 30. Carrot Race - Walk/Trot (same rules as classes 24 & 25) 31. Carrot Race - Open (same rules as classes 24 & 25) 32. Pre Walk-Trot Pole Bending Rider is not attached to lead line; handler nearby 33. Pole Bending - Walk/Trot (same rules as classes 24 & 25) 34. Pole Bending - Open (same rules as classes 24 & 25) 4. Walk/Trot/Canter riders may NOT enter into Walk/Trot classes. The exceptions is Musical Sacks, Egg and Spoon, Gaited Pleasure, and Jack Benny. 5. Pre Walk-Trot: Riders more advanced than lead line but not ready for regular W/T classes. Riders learning to transition on their own to regular W/T classes. Trainer can enter ring and stay nearby. Proceeds to benefit Angels Haven Horse Rescue to aid in the care and comfort of their rescue horses and to the Cleveland and Lorain County Metroparks for improving the show grounds. Cleveland and Lorain County Metroparks and Angels Haven Horse Rescue or anyone connected with the show, will not assume responsibility for accident, injury, loss or damage to persons, animals or property. Angels Haven Horse Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non-profit volunteer based organization.
For More Information or Questions: (440) 781-5060 or (440) 781-5050
Check Facebook for weather updates: www.facebook.com/Angels.Haven.Horse/ Visit www.angelshavenhorserescue.org for complete showbills, rules and other 2020 Events! June 2020
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Ohio Valley Team Penning Association
COVID-19 Guidelines Posted on Club Facebook Page PRESIDENT, Pam Bradshaw VICE PRESIDENT, Beth Moss SECRETARY, Donna Zang TREASURER, Debra Lyons PHONE, 814-504-4215 EMAIL, pbteampenner@aol.com Find Us on Facebook
by Pam Bradshaw
Social distancing.
Goofing around.
OVTPA is looking forward to June, which will hopefully bring
our beloved show season back! Please check our Facebook Page @ohiovalleyteampenning for the latest information. As the states start to lift restrictions and open, OVPTA has been reading recommendations from local to national equestrian organizations and is putting together a COVID-19 guideline for helping us get back in the cow pen. Look for more information later this month on our Facebook page @ohiovalleyteampenning regarding some of the changes we are making. When the 2020 season gets underway, please be aware that we have changed a few things
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Third Annual ‘Farnam’s No Fly Zone’ Sweepstakes Offers $5,000 in Fly Control Products Warm weather doesn’t have to be marked by tail swishing, head tossing and foot stomping. Make this the year you put an end to fly season woes with a pest control program that really works. Effective control demands more than just one weapon against annoying, disease-carrying flies, mosquitoes and ticks. That’s why Farnam has developed a complete arsenal of pest control products to block, repel and reduce, enabling you to protect both horse and premises by building your own powerful No Fly Zone. The ‘Farnam’s No Fly Zone’ Sweepstakes have been such a success, we’re doing it again and even giving horse owners a choice of which products they can win. When you enter online, you’ll have the opportunity to select which No Fly Zone Prize Package you prefer should you win. Ten lucky winners will be chosen by random drawing to each receive approximately $500 in Farnam pest control products. In addition, during each week of the contest Farnam will select a winner to receive a No Fly Zone T-shirt.
has all the tools you need to build an effective No Fly Zone. Don’t wait until summer is here and fly season peaks. Get started now for best results! Learn more about effective pest control and why it’s so important by clicking on Stable Talk at farnam.com. You’ll find dozens of articles and tips on fly and insect control as well as a wide range of other topics. While you’re there, sign up to receive Farnam’s free monthly e-newsletter, Life with Horses, for the latest news and special offers.
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com, facebook.com/farnamhorse or farnam.com/noflyzone. Winning the battle against flies, mosquitoes and ticks is all about attacking them on multiple levels using physical barriers, repellents and a feed-through product to break the fly life cycle, which reduces the population. Farnam
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Mid-Ohio Marauders
Updates on Shoots Found on Marauders Facebook Page PRESIDENT, Tim Calvin VICE PRESIDENT, Tom Byrne SECRETARY, Judy Foster TREASURER, Laurie Maris PHONE, 740/206-7214 EMAIL, midohiomarauders@gmail.com WEBSITE, www.midohiomarauders.com
This CMSA season has not started off as planned, but the Mid-Ohio Marauders want you all to know we are still at it and working hard to stay in touch as
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necessary with those affecting our competitions. Just as you, we also are getting anxious to get back at it in the arena, shoot and see our shooting families. We still want you to be a part of it as well! We will do our best to keep everyone updated as things change and hopefully progress. You can find updates on Facebook at Mid Ohio Marauders general membership. As the saying goes, “together we will get through this”, and with a little faith we will be riding, shooting and cheering soon! In the meantime, stay safe and in touch for updates.
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Virtual Chaos by Sarah Vas
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o… Anybody glad summer’s finally here? Stupid school closings… Don’t get me wrong. It wasn’t that I didn’t understand about closing schools and movie theaters and TJ Maxx and all. It’s just...without warning, without a choice, without preparation, I and every parent across the country became the educators. Or at the very least, the study hall proctors. There’s a reason moms and dads send our little sweethearts off to school most of the calendar year. We did our time! We already fake learned all this useless information once. We can’t be in charge of our kids’ education, too! Besides, they told us back then, “Don’t worry. You won’t use any of this stuff after graduation.” Liars! If I’d known I’d be falling back into the oozing, zombie arms of 9th grade Algebra, I’d have just left him in the school parking lot in protest! Played dumb about that kid chasing my car while I drove away! When online sessions officially launched, our only child hadn’t had face-to-face contact with the outside world for two straight weeks. He was gung-ho about the electronic classwork at first, but that shine wore off by mid-April. Living and breathing every aspect of existence via pixilated, buffering Zoom sessions, web content, and e-communication was way rougher than we all expected. While
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his grownups fought our own cramped confinement those first few weeks, my kid was slowly drowning in emotionless Online Education. His world had separated into two distinct and opposite halves: B.C. and A.C. Before Corona and After Corona. He was stuck focusing on what didn’t feel good at all about his torturous reality. Learning strictly from an inanimate, monotone e-text for but a few weeks destroyed any motivation to stick with what didn’t come easy to him. His entire education during B.C. was achieved while hiding in plain sight among his happy band of peers. He’d grown very comfortable following the teachers’ horse rumps away from mistakes and through the day’s routine. Even though he could hear his herd mates from a distance, he couldn’t see or touch or gain comfort from them. Online Algebra basically shut him down. He was flunking it by week three. He resembled a young horse thrown head first into the deep end of Big Boy Performance Training. Some trainers would have reached for the draw reins, spurs, a crop. Ridden longer, not releasing until he submitted, drilling, drilling, drilling until he managed some hollow perfection. I confess. At first, I did what any parent was probably doing, too. I yelled. I negotiated, bribed, set unreasonable limits. I stood over him demanding results while he sulked over the material. We even briefly ignored it. I’d never been very good at math nor cared. I’d actually flunked, then repeated this very same class in high school and barely thought about it since. I could only give my son one confidence about this; his own mom suffered through Algebra twice and she survived! Be that as it may, 9th grade Algebra morphed into our family’s home-schooling Dante’s Inferno. Eventually Kevin and I both had to arduously relearn all that nasty high school nonsense before we were proficient enough to help. By the time he was awkwardly navigating quadratic equations, factoring, and solving for X, we understood why our son was so lost. The virtual program used by his math department was horrible! Web pages were a navigational bag of wire hangers. Instructions were poorly worded and confusing. Students were expected to easily fill in the blanks throughout the convoluted context. There was no emphasis on rote repetition or memorization, or sequence of simple skills applied to more complicated processes and solutions. I was dumbstruck. Don’t they show their work anymore? I was certain (because I took it twice!) Algebra required pages and pages of notebook paper filled with neat rows of computations, hours of repetition penciling out line after line of equation-solving steps. Carry the one, cancel out the fractions, My Dear Aunt Sally, write out Every. Single. Part. Of the Process. And as some horse trainers may do, I could have stuck to my own perspective of the redundant, repetitive, monotonous drill work called Algebra. No wonder I flunked it the first go around. He didn’t suck at Algebra. It turns out, he sucked at self-reliance. The circus act of Algebra was the same but all he had was this unforgiving, electronic tight rope. Every single string of the safety net was gone. His historically high math grades were achieved because of real life teachers deciphering this online content, group learning environments to bolster his attention and desire, daily tutor review sessions to focus on cementing his comprehension at a pace he could handle, and healthy doses of social interaction with friends. The topic was the same but the platform had changed. Algebra was the mirror. The reflection taught him about his own preferred set of variables for success. ‘Teaching’ him became not about the subject matter but about adjusting and acclimating within his own variables in the face of those he shouldn’t ignore, like distraction, emotions, or deadlines. Every moment of quarantine even beyond the school work became all about perspective and how to constantly fiddle with his focus so he felt compelled to trust performing solo. When he slowly inflated with tiny puffs of confidence under each lightbulb moment, I cheered with him about how he was ‘overpowering the enemy’ of self-doubt and self-sabotage. He turned the F around pretty quickly into a D+, then a C+, then a B- once we focused our perspective on getting what he needed versus how we all felt about the moment. He made it to the A range in all his final course grades and the best of my son came back to us. I’m glad
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Central Ohio Saddle Club Association
COSCA Benefit Show Cancelled Check Website for Updates PRESIDENT, Mandy Dacek VICE PRESIDENT, Rachel Zielinski SECRETARY, Debbie Balan TREASURER, Bob Huff EMAIL, mdacek19@att.net WEBSITE, www.coscaonline.com
by Mandy Dacek
I had hoped that when I sat down to write the club news for Junethat the outlook would be much more cheery. Unfortunately there is still so much unknown and unprecedented. Sadly, the Medina Fairgrounds let us know that they will remain closed the month of June. The Benefit Show tentatively rescheduled for June 20-21 is sadly cancelled. Please continue to check our website and
Virtual Chaos (continued) I had the right perspective and the smarts to be patient and give him what he needed for training success, even if I hated the ride. Sarah Vas, a second-generation horsewoman, writes about her decades of adventure and mayhem among several breeds and disciplines, and countless equine educational endeavors both as student and teacher. Sarah owns and operates a continuation of her parents’ original business, Winfield Farm & Forge, Ltd., that which
couldn’t currently exist without constant gratitude for Kevin, her very forgiving, ridiculously supportive husband. Together, they are quietly beginning to explore the Farm’s newest chapters, both in and out of the horse world. They are returning to Sarah’s family roots, this time as breeders of Arabian/Welsh Sport Ponies for dressage and carriage while husband and wife indulge their pent up creativity producing a variety of rustic décor and iron work.
Facebook page as any updates to show dates and showbills will be found there. We continue to hope for the best! I am truly amazed by the creativity of horse folk! We all want to show our horses and on social media virtual horse shows have filled that need! I have noticed quite a few of our members, both adult members and youth members, participating
in the virtual shows and doing quite well! Way to go! Even though we have to keep physical distance right now, we can still together, whether on the phone or FaceTime. Take the time to check in on your loved ones. As Thomas Rhett said so well, be a light. Hope to see you all at the shows soon!
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The Cowboy Perseverance Ranch
The Devil Made Her Do It! by Rob and Tanya Corzatt
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eautiful, sunny days here in Ohio have been few and far between it seems. When we are blessed to have one of those days, we like to take our lesson family out on trail rides for their lesson time. Our horses enjoy the change of pace just as much as we do. One person wanted to take their own horse out to start getting her used to trails. The trails we would ride were just around a farmer’s field with nothing intimidating whatsoever. Her mare’s behavior was much more challenging than we expected. The owner of this mare has been working with her for quite a while doing groundwork and riding maneuvers to work towards establishing a solid relationship. There were times when the horse performed quite admirably, but on this particular day she didn’t want to have anything to do with what her owner asked her to do. She would not move forward, kept trying to back up, threw her head a lot and really braced on the bit. She was prancing around and basically refusing to do anything she was asked. I have mentioned many times that when we are working with a horse, it reminds me of how we are in God’s position and the horse is us. Whether from the ground or on their back we want our horses to be filled with the Spirit. US! The situation between the horse and her rider provided an excellent example for our devotional that week. We discussed Galatians 5:16-17 and it states; “So I say, live by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the sinful nature. For the sinful nature desires what is contrary to the Spirit, and the Spirit what is contrary to the sinful nature. They are in conflict with each other, so that you do not do what you want.” Let’s take a look at the first part of this verse. We are asked to ‘live by the Spirit so that we may not gratify the desires of the sinful
nature’. We are made of flesh, we will sin, we will do things wrong. However, if you gratify the sinful nature you are intentionally and without conviction, giving pleasure or satisfaction to that desire. If you have chosen to live by the Spirit, you are more aware of your mistakes and work at correcting or avoiding them. The Holy Spirit convicts your heart. Galatians 6:8 clarifies that “The one who sows to please his sinful Tanya and Rob Corzatt nature, from that nature will reap destruction.” I’m sure you all have seen at some point in time the image of a little figure, dressed up as the devil, and another little figure, dressed up as an angel, sitting on opposite sides of someone’s shoulder. Each are whispering into a person’s ear what they should or should not do. Galatians 5:17 states that the Spirit and sinful nature desire what is contrary to each other and they are in conflict with each other. The rider and her mare, who went on the trail ride with us, were definitely desiring different things causing a conflict between the two of them. The mare fought the Spirit, her rider, in order to satisfy her own sinful desire. My friends, this conflict between the sinful nature and Spirit that happens within us doesn’t necessarily have to be an outward physical challenge. It can take place in our minds as well. I am most definitely guilty of this happening in myself. There had been years of not knowing or understanding God’s word and I did not necessarily see the errors of my ways. I am still learning! One way I continue to grow is when I am able to participate in a women’s Bible study. Over the winter I was blessed to participate in a small group study. The topic was The Armor of God written by Priscilla Shirer. The piece of armor that stood out to me, and I have been working on, is the shield of faith. Learning to continuously take up that piece of armor in order to block Satan’s attacks. It has been challenging. In her study guide, Priscilla says that we need to take action. We have to go through “a process of adapting our behavior, decisions, and ultimately our whole lifestyle so that it accords with what God asks us to do.” In full disclosure, I have failed on numerous occasions. My mind can get the best of me. I am very thankful though that the Holy Spirit has helped me grow and to recognize when my thoughts are not realistic. During the trail ride I described earlier, we ended up ponying the horse and her rider on the trail. The horse calmed down for a little bit, but once we got closer to the barn she went back to misbehaving. In the past few months that her owner has been working with her, she hasn’t progressed as much as we had anticipated. My friends, we are all far from perfect and we will always have some type of conflict that may arise within us. The difference is the desire you have to want to be changed. Paul, the author of many books in the Bible, is definitely a wonderful example of how the Spirit can win the battle with the sinful nature. In Ephesians 3:16, he wrote “I pray that out of His glorious riches He may strengthen you with power through His Spirit in your inner being…” We can certainly be strengthened by the Spirit. May we all share this prayer of Paul’s so that we may all win the war against the sinful nature. As always…May You Be Blessed On Your Ride!! The Corzatt’s (Rob, Tanya and their son Camdon) own and operate the Cowboy Perseverance Ranch (CPR) in Sunbury, 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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Central Ohio Wagoneers
Uncertainty of Covid-19 Cancels June Ride PRESIDENT, Don Boyd; VICE PRESIDENT, Marvin Hart; SECRETARY/TREASURER, Kathy Boyd. PHONE, 614/563-9627
by Kathy Boyd After much consideration and talking with several members,
the Central Ohio Wagoneers June 12-14 wagon train ride is cancelled. With the state opening up and the uncertainty of the effect that will have on the spread of COVID-19, we do not want to jeopardize the health and safety of our members. Hopefully the ride scheduled for July 17-19 at Joe and Dee Reffitt’s ranch will be a go. There will be an update toward
the end of June. Stay safe and be healthy. If there are any questions you may call Don Boyd at 614/563-9627 or Kathy Boyd at 614/563-4452. The remaining wagon train rides are as follows: JULY 17-19: at Joe and Dee Reffitt’s near Harrod, Ohio. AUG. 2-7: Week long ride at Vic and Mel Lowe’s near Millersburg, Ohio.
SEPT. 25-27: at Joe and Elaine Gibson’s near Bluffton, Ohio. OCT. 9-11: Don and Kathy Boyd, at the Cass Campground near Mt. Gilead, Ohio. If anyone would like additional information or find out how to join, please contact Don Boyd, president, at 614/563-9627 or Kathy Boyd, secretary/treasurer at 614/563-4452.
Hoosier Equine Council
Back On Track Indiana Plan Explained PRESIDENT, Victoria Hill VICE PRESIDENT, Brent Collins TREASURER, Mark Davis SECRETARY, Jennifer Bodle PHONE, 812/878-0216 EMAIL, hoosierequinecouncil@ gmail.com WEBSITE, hoosierequinecouncil. wixsite.com/mysite
by Victoria Hill Hoosier Equine Council has been working hard on getting our paperwork finalized for our Not For Profit status. Also, in the forefront is this COVID-19 situation. The horse industry is suffering severely in Indiana as it is everywhere. In just 8 weeks Indiana has lost an estimated $24 million during the shutdown. That number will be substantially higher in the coming weeks. Small horse operations are dying as well as lesson programs and other privately owned facilities. Since we have never traveled this road before, we are all trying to figure out what to do. Our Governmental Affairs Committee has taken the task at hand and developed suggested guidelines for horse events in the coming weeks. We have not thought of everything and tried to keep it simple. FACILITIES • Follow all state and local guidelines for COVID-19 • Limit facility to essential people and staff • Update release of liability to include COVID-19 40
• Recommend mask use and gloves • Set up cleaning schedules and hand sanitizing stations • Institute temperature monitoring (staff, officials, and participants) • Appoint staff or volunteers to ensure social distancing and sanitizing • Set up online registration and check-in to avoid paper transfer • Open barns to allow for maximum air flow • Have participants stay at their trailers until time to compete, if this is not feasible then stay at their designated stall area. • Limit amount of people to three including rider (family, spouse, etc) • Clean all equipment regularly (barrels, poles, flags, jumps, etc) • Have an emergency storm plan (have people shelter in their cars or trailers if possible, to keep distancing) • If anyone appears sick or has a temperature, ask them to leave. • Post signage (Individuals can be removed from the grounds for violating requirements) • Post guidelines for all events • Keep participants, staff, and families safe. • If facility has a meeting room, keep closed during event. • Food vending and prep areas must follow state guidelines • Restroom facilities must be cleaned and sanitized on a regular schedule • No public spectators allowed at this time, keep to event participants, staff, and volunteers according to State guidelines for COVID-19 • Provide designated entrances and exits for all people • Make and keep a list of all
people included in the event for contact tracing PARTICIPANTS • If you are feeling ill or have symptoms, stay home • Self-monitor your temperature • Practice social distancing • Provide emergency contact information for contact tracing • Fill out all registrations online to avoid paper transfer • Use hand sanitizer often to lessen risk of transfer • Do not share tack or clothing • Clean tack and limit exposure to rider and immediate family • Wear mask/gloves if necessary • Sign revised liability waiver • Stay at your trailer or stalls until it is time to compete, and maintain social distancing rules • Follow all state and local guidelines for COVID-19 • We are all in this together.
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By following a few simple rules and keeping not only your health in mind, think of all who are competing with you and above all think of your horse. • Read, respect and follow instructions from barn owners and managers and event staff Please exercise common sense as we have never experienced a situation like this before. Using common sense and safe practices will help reduce the risk for COVID-19 transmission. These suggested guidelines are just that…suggested. We are in no way saying that this is what you do and how you do it, merely suggestions. Stay safe and we look forward to seeing your events open. Hoosier Equine Council Governmental Affairs June 2020
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Knox County Horse Park
Keep Checking Facebook for Updates to Schedule PRESIDENT, Debbie Cole VICE PRESIDENT, Travis Ross & Dave Huge; TREASURER, Pam Niner SECRETARY, Anna Chadwick PHONE/TEXT, 816-305-6328; WEBSITE, www.knoxcountyhorsepark.com
by Anna Chadwick The Knox County Horse Park at 7500 Thayer Road in Mt. Vernon, Ohio, has had to alter its plans for the year due to the Coronavirus.
Our Fun Show in May was cancelled. JUNE 13: Walk Trot Fun Show/Speed Show JULY 11: Cowboy/Cowgirl Fun Show AUG. 8: Speed Show SEPT. 19: Fun Show
OCT. 10: Halloween Show All shows to start at noon. SEPT. 13: Fredericktown Tomato Parade SEPT. 14: Delaware All Horse Parade The May meeting was cancelled. Our monthly meetings are held at the Knox County Horse Park on the second Monday of the month May through October. Remaining meetings dates are June 8, July 13, Aug. 10, Sept. 14, and Oct. 12. Meetings start at 7 p.m.
Our Nov. 7 and Dec. 5 meetings will begin at 6:30 p.m. for a covered dish with the meeting to start at 7 p.m. Our garage sale date is being re-scheduled. Please Note: We have a new Facebook page: Knox County Horse Park Inc. Check our Facebook and web page for upcoming activities. Visit our Facebook page or web page for cancellations or changes to our schedule.
Ohio Paint Horse Club
Why Join Ohio Paint Horse Club? PRESIDENT, Mike Schwendeman; VICE PRESIDENT, Tim Snapp; TREASURER, Roxann Rohrl; SECRETARY, Heather Collins; EMAIL, r_paints@msn.com; WEBSITE, www.ophc.org
by Roxann Rohrl Hello, another month of house containment. We all miss the social gatherings but how extremely lucky we are to have our barn family of friends. We can spend time cleaning barns and tack, brushing their coats, working on manes, turning them out into those great fields of lush grass, we have even mowed our pastures already. Horses seem to make our minds very happy. Unconditional love— being outside with our dogs, barn animals and horses. That is how we stay healthy. It will be great when the curve moves quickly down to be able to get ready and go to our shows, trail rides and clinics. Reopen Ohio! It is time to start renewing your 2020 OPHC memberships, and looking over showbills for future shows. Show season will be opening soon. What does the OPHC membership offer to you? Everlasting friendships, great
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memories, shows offering Youth, Amateur Open classes for Solid Paint Bred and Regular Registered APHA horses, trail rides open to all breeds, $100 incentives, Youth and Amateur Club participation, four Youth Scholarships available each year, Ride Ohio with beautiful yearly awards for hours ridden on trails and state parks, stay up to date by visiting the ophc.org website, an active Facebook page with a lot of information sent out as soon as collected, the monthly Horsemen’s Corral with OPHC news and events, ribbons that stream on your stalls, year end prestigious awards, banquets, fun share a dish exhibitor parties, kindly welcomes, people friendly entry booths, an up to date rule book with current Bylaws, APHA PAC recognition at our shows, fun fundraisers, great sponsors, along with an 11 member Board that works for the interest of our members, 12 committee chairs that are always working to keep each of the events offered the very best. There is a very active and informed marketing team working to promote the American Paint Horse and the OPHC activities offered. National Directors are voted in every two years by you, the APHA members. These Directors are
always thinking and working for you with the American Paint Horse Association. The Ohio Paint Horse Club was established in 1965. The mission is to create, simulate and promote interest in the breeding, riding and showing of the Paint Horse in the State of Ohio. To at all times promote the upgrading of the Paint Horse, to improve the breed in this state. To promote, create interest in the Paint Horse, hold horse shows, participate in horse shows, hold trail rides and other activities to promote and create interest in the Paint Horse and to do any and all things necessary to the accomplishment of such purposes. Become a member of one of the greatest Paint Horse clubs offering many many Top 10 shows and recognized by APHA on many occasions. Did you know? The Ohio Paint Horse Club was the 10th Paint Horse Club to become recognized as a Regional Club Affiliated with the American Paint Horse Association. JULY 11-12: Partnered POR Show—Border Blast— will be held at Fulton County Fairgrounds, Wauseon, Ohio. Two $250 scholarships will be given out at this show. We urge the APHA Youth to attend this show. The four judges are Kathy Boggetta, Brent Tincher, Clint Fullerton, and David Dennison. Stalls, shavings, camping are to be prepaid. Check ophc.com and Michigan Paint Horse Club website for forms, pre entry forms and more information. This is also NSB approved. JULY 25-26: Amateur Club Show to be held at Madison County Fairgrounds, Coughlin
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Arena, London, Ohio. This show will have two judges each day. Sue Johnson will greet you! AUG. 8-9: Zone 8 POR. This is a new date! This show will be held at Michiana Event Center (MEC), in Shipshewana, Ind. Keep checking the websites of Ohio, Michigan, Indiana for more information. AUG. 22-23: Annual Buckeye Bonanza POR at the World Equestrian Center in Wilmington, Ohio. We will be sharing the grounds with the SOQHA. Do you have a Lucky Double? If so, you’re in luck—cross enter into each show! Receive double points on your Double, Quarter Horse and Paint. SSA Futurity will offer Yearling Halter Stallion, Mares, Geldings, Yearling Longeline. Two-year-old Hunter Under Saddle, Western Pleasure. SSA Yearlings will be paying out $1359 and Two-year-olds $2540. Contact SSA Futurity Chair, Tina Eller. Entry forms are on the ophc.org website. Stalls are prepaid with five bags of shavings, and also prepaid camping sites. Reservation form will soon be on the OPHC website. Check will not be cashed until Aug. 24. Welcome Luke Wadsworth as your manager. This is a great space for vendors, Contact Luke at 740/360-6313 or Roxann 440/458-5022. Volunteer to be a scribe, gate, ring. It is really a fun thing to do. Are you available for one day or two. Come join us. Oct. 16-18: OPHC sponsored Trail Ride held at Mohican State Park. More information to come. Check the website or Facebook page. We are together going to get through this shutdown. Stay well and healthy! June 2020
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How do I Feed my Ulcer-Prone Horse? by Kristen Janicki, MS, PAS
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ccording to the American Association of Equine Practitioners, equine gastric ulcer syndrome is defined as a disease complex that is associated with ulceration of the esophageal or non-glandular (upper), the glandular (lower) and/or the pyloric regions of the stomach. Clinical signs can include reduced or poor appetite, weight loss, inability to maintain weight, a dull skin and hair coat, changes in attitude or behavior, impaired performance, reluctance to work and potentially colic. Inhibiting gastric acid secretion is the mainstay of gastric ulcer treatment in horses and foals. Currently, there is only one FDA approved treatment for gastric ulcers in horses, GastroGard (Omeprazole paste, Merial Limited, Atlanta, GA). Regardless of age, breed, or gender, the risk factors for gastric ulcers include training and exercise, diet, feeding practices, traveling and stabling. In foals, it is estimated that 30-50 percent are affected by ulcers. With mature horses (over two years of age), it’s estimated that half are affected by ulcers. A recent survey appears to confirm a marked prevalence for ulcers in performance horses. About 66 percent of racehorses suffered from gastric ulcers, with that number drastically rising to 88 percent if horses were actively training at the time. Here are some of the common risk factors associated with diet and dietary management: • Mealtime—Consider the horse’s normal consumption pattern: grazing throughout the day consuming small forage meals. It only makes sense that the greater amount of time between meals can contribute to ulcer formation and severity. In the horse, an empty stomach for a long period of time (longer than four to six hours) can cause problems because horses, unlike humans, secret hydrochloric acid in the stomach continuously even in the absence of food. Without the buffers (or food) present to protect the stomach, fasting or extended periods of time between meals may greatly affect the development of gastric ulcers; • High Starch Meals—A major portion of the starch in a horse’s diet originates from cereal grains such as corn and oats. Starch is an excellent source of digestible energy or calories, but meals high in starch have been associated the increased likelihood of ulcer formation. Research has found that horses consuming more than one gram of starch per kilogram of body weight per meal were two and a half times more likely to develop ulcers; • Forages—Consumption of forages typically produces more saliva versus concentrates or grains simply because forages require more chewing, stimulating more saliva release from salivary glands. Saliva serves to buffer the stomach from acidic secretions but forage itself can also help buffer these due to its nutritional makeup. This is especially true of legumes, like alfalfa, which usually contain a higher protein and calcium content compared to grasses. In fact, horses consuming an alfalfa hay and grain diet had less a lower number of ulcers and less gastric acidity versus those eating bromegrass hay (a warm-season grass forage) without grain.
Managing Ulcer Risk Factors Nutritional strategies to minimize the incidence of ulcer formation remain simple in nature and few advances have been made in this unique area of nutrition. Here are a few dietary management techniques to consider: 1. Provide a good quality, forage-based diet. Long-stemmed forage should be fed at a minimum of 1.5 percent of body weight throughout the entire day and straw, due to its coarse texture which can irritate ulcers, should be avoided. When feeding a grain concentrate, providing some alfalfa hay in the diet may be useful in buffering the effects of gastric acid. For horses on a high grain concentrate diet, 44
such as those working at intense levels, quality alfalfa hay can serve dual purpose by also providing a digestible source of nutrients while potentially reducing the volume of grain needed; 2. Extend foraging time either by providing adequate pasture turnout or consider using a slow feed hay net to prolong hay meals, especially with horses stalled for long periods of time; 3. Regulate starch intake not to exceed two grams of starch per kilogram of body weight per day or one gram of starch per kilogram of body weight per meal. For a 500 kg or 1,100-pound horse, this is about 1,000 grams of starch per day. For a 2 kg or 4.4-pound grain meal fed twice daily, this means limiting total starch to 500 grams per meal. An equine nutritionist can help you break down the numbers; 4. When large amounts of grain are necessary, feeding a minimum of three meals per day in at least six-hour intervals will reduce the volume of starch per meal; 5. Provide fat as a source of calories. In a study using ponies, supplementing corn oil decreased gastric acid production and therefore could potentially reduce the risk of ulcer development; 6. Consider feeding pre- and probiotics to help support the horse’s normal microbial population; 7. Ensure water is always available when stabled and pastured. During transportation, water should be provided at intervals not exceeding four to six hours and all water intake should be monitored/
Wrapping it up Although performance horses experience the highest rate of gastric ulcers, implementing specific dietary and management techniques, can help to greatly reduce the risk for ulcer recurrence or severity. Simple management changes, such as the use of a slow feed hay net, increased access to water and the addition of a small amount of alfalfa, can often go a long way to support gastric health. Kristen Janicki, MS, PAS is a Technical Marketing Specialist for MARS Horsecare US/BUCKEYE™ Nutrition, responsible for technical nutrition support, digital and social media, and working collaboratively with the Senior Nutrition Manager in providing high-quality nutritional content. Headquartered in Dalton, Ohio, BUCKEYE Nutrition has been manufacturing quality products since 1910. BUCKEYE Nutrition takes feed safety seriously, implementing many programs mandated in human food manufacturing facilities. With the backing of the WALTHAM Petcare Science Institute, a worldleading authority on pet care and widely renowned as an institution of the highest scientific caliber, our equine nutritionists provide scientifically-based equine nutritional solutions which guide our formulations and our BUCKEYE Nutrition brand promise of being the highest quality, fixed formula feeds available. BUCKEYE Nutrition is a 100 percent equine-focused company, 100 percent medicationfree facility, sourcing 100 percent traceable, pure ingredients for consistency. www.BuckeyeNutrition.com. 800/898-9467.
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O.H.I.O EXCA
Looking Forward to Brighter Days CO-PRESIDENTS, Steve Fuller & Jimm McDonald; CO-TREASURERS, Robin Gigax & Jennie Bower; SECRETARY, Anissa Fuller; FACEBOOK, O.H.I.O. EXCA
by Kasey Robinson The O.H.I.O EXCA club may have cancelled all events since the COVID-19 social distancing guidelines were put in place, but the club still wants to have a positive impact on their members. The club would like to give back to their members through a ‘Sunshine Fund’. This funding is to any club member that is having difficulty during these trying times to purchase necessities for themselves, family and/or horses.
If any club member is in need please contact a club officer for an application and it will be reviewed with discretion. As the sun begins to shine the club has resumed meetings/ practices outdoors. Meetings are rotated between Creek Side Horse Park and S bar L Rodeo. As a club we are making all efforts to adjust meetings/practices to adhere to the social distancing protocol to get our members back in their saddle. Current social distancing protocols are available on our Facebook page and the club will make necessary changes to adhere to guidelines set forth by the Governor at all times. We continue to welcome new members to our growing club and ask for new members to contact the club prior to a meeting date to complete necessary enrollment paperwork. Due to social
distancing guidelines the club will adhere to, there will be no exchanging of papers directly. Unfortunately the COVID-19 pandemic impacted several club activities that were cancelled. These activities included Rumble at Riverland, Lee Hart Clinic, EXCA Race at Riverland and weekly meetings/practices. Refunds were mailed to all members. Additionally for current members, our club will extend all memberships by two months due to past cancellations. On to brighter days, EXCA has upcoming events that all members will enjoy. The next EXCA Race will occur on June 27 at Creek Side Horse Park. Club officers will evaluate current social distancing protocols by May 27 to determine if guidelines will be able to be withheld during the race for the safety of each club
member. On July 4 come out to Creek Side Horse Park for a Fun Day for all members. Do you enjoy trail rides, then join our members on July 25 for a group trail ride in Brecksville, Ohio. The last race of the season will be Aug. 15 at S bar L Rodeo. Looking to have another family fun day join us on Aug. 20 for game day and pizza at S bar L Rodeo. Reminder we have weekly meetings/practices to enjoy time with other riders and improve your riding skills. For additional information for all events please visit our Facebook page. Special thank you to all our club members for being patient and understanding as the club officers continue to make the necessary changes to keep our riders safe and in their saddle. We pray for all to remain safe and healthy.
Ohio Mount N Trail Obstacle Competition
Pre-Registration Encouraged, No Entries Taken Day of Competition Becky Burnell Cynthia Bauman, Creek Side Horse Park Jackie Smith, Stone Gate Farm Trail Park Laura Wincek, Win-Seek/Fallen Pines Gloria Bandy PHONE, 330/854-5400
by Becky Burnell Pre-registrations are urged because park owners will not be able to take entries the day of the competition. Ohio Mount N Trail Obstacle
Competition is a year-end awards program for All-Breed horses/ ponies and all types of riding/ handling disciplines (English, western, endurance, trail, Australian) and is supported by three Northeast Ohio Mountain Trail Horse Parks. Each park will operate its events/ shows separately, according to its individual mandated rules, safety standards and regulations. Each will offer its own Season Series Awards. Ohio Mount N Trail offers competitors an opportunity to grow and expand their excitement of competing and being recognized for their
It is FREE to add your Equine Event to the Corral Calendar. Email your event(s) to michelle@thehorsemenscorral.com with the following information: Name of Equine Event • Date/Time of Equine Event Venue Name and Address of where event will be held Contact name and phone number You may include an email and website address also.
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efforts. Participants will not be asked to perform volunteer hours as with many groups. A one and only raffle drawing, to be held at the Jan. 16 banquet, is the only fundraiser we are asking for your support, if possible. Raffle tickets are $5 each. Participating horse parks are as follows: Creek Side Horse Park, Stone Gate Farm Trail Park and Win-Seek/Fallen Pines. 20 YEAR END AWARDS Year end awards (first through fifth) will be awarded in the classes designated below. NOVICE: In-Hand and Riding. YOUTH: Level 1 In Hand and Riding; Level 2 In Hand and Riding; Level 3 In Hand and Riding. ADULT: Level 1 In Hand and Riding; Level 2 In Hand and Riding; Level 3 In Hand and Riding. OPEN: Level 1 In Hand and Riding; Level 2 In Hand and Riding; Level 3 In Hand and Riding. CLASS AWARD REQUIREMENTS • $15 sign-up fee which can be paid through PayPal/Online. This is a 2020 season one-time fee per person only. No additional fee for multiple horses. • Must compete at a minimum
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of five challenges at two different parks. • Participant’s highest five placings in designated classes will be used. • Points will be awarded, based on class placing and number of competitors in the designated class (up to 30 horses) (following OQHA points rules). For example: 17 horses in a class first will get 17 points, second will get 16 points etc. The bigger the classes, the more points available. • Points will be tracked in each designated class for all competitors through 30 entries in each class. OVERALL HIGH POINT AWARDS • All In-Hand results per horse/ handler, from the designated classes at each Challenge, will be tallied. • All riding results per horse/ rider, from the designated classes at every Challenge, will be tallied. • Horse/handler combination must have placed at least fifth place in five of the designated classes. To participate, complete the form located on the Ohio Mount N Trail Facebook page and send with your $15 fee to Ohio Mount N Trail, PO Box 132, Winona, OH 44493 or by PayPal at beckyburnell@sssnet.com. June 2020
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Classical Attraction Dressage Society
Virtual Dressage Show for Members and Non Members PRESIDENT, Cathy Suffecool; VICE PRESIDENT, Stephanie Kame; SECRETARY, Claudia Grimes; TREASURER, David Crawford. EMAIL, cadsrider@gmail.com; WEBSITE, www.cadsdressage.org
by Cathy Suffecool Classical Attraction Dressage Society cordially invites you to a Socially Distant Virtual Dressage Show, Summer 2020. This show is open to members and nonmembers. The cost is $25 per ride plus $7 office fee. Scores can be used by CADS members for year-end awards. Both classical and western tests available. Go to www.cadsdressage.org for more information. This is a totally contact free event! Welcome to the future! This is what our ‘new normal’ may look like. Have you noticed that you can take a virtual tour anywhere?
I just shared one for Australia! With everyone doing home schooling with their children, so many museums, cities, national parks, and historic sites have been sharing their locations with the world. It’s the new way to see the world from the comfort of your home. How many times have you been at a show and heard, “My horse does so much better in our own arena.” Or “I wish I could be judged at my own barn, because my horse gets so stressed at shows.” Now you can! CADS is now hosting virtual shows! When I first heard about them, I really wasn’t sold. It just sounded weird to an old school rider like me. Then I started to get more information about them and talked to friends who had done them. Sold! How great is this for new riders, new horses, friends who want to try showing but have massive show nerves, or those who have trouble getting a haul to a show.
The process is easy. You don’t have to be a CADS member unless you want your scores to count toward year end awards. You can live anywhere! You can show with people from California, Florida, even overseas. You can film in the comfort of your own arena and all you need is a friend or trainer to film your ride. You can still have a reader, as well. Here’s what to do: 1. Go to www.cadsdressage. org and sign up for the virtual show. (You can also become a member at the same time!) 2. Pick the tests that you would like to ride. We offer both English and western eressage tests. You can ride as many as you want—no limit! 3. Make note of the closing date. This is the date you must have uploaded your videos. We use Dropbox, so it’s very secure. The judge will access the tests from there, so no one else can see them.
4. Get ready to film. We do ask that you dress the same way you would for a schooling show. Helmet and boots a must! 5. As you start filming, the audio must be on for the entire ride. Hold up a paper with your name, horse’s name, the test you are riding, and the name and date of the show. 6. Ride your test! 7. When you are done, have your camera person walk around your horse so that the judge can see your tack and make sure that everything is legal. 8. Upload your video and let us handle the rest. We will email the comment sheet with your scores to you when the results get posted. This may be the new, safe reality for the upcoming show season. Totally socially distant and touch free. But it may also be the new easy way to show during our wonderful winters here in Ohio! Stay safe and healthy!
Northern Ohio Dressage Association
NODA to Host an Ongoing Virtual Dressage Ride-a-Test Clinic with USDF L Judges PRESIDENT, Niki Sackman VICE PRESIDENT, Rachel Aderhold TREASURER, Dee Liebenthal SECRETARY, Patti Valencic EMAIL, president@nodarider.org WEBSITE, www.nodarider.org
by Mosie Welch NODA is excited to announce a fun and educational Virtual Ride-a-Test Clinic in May and June with USDF L Judges with distinction, Danielle Menteer and Barb Soukup. NODA members and non-members are welcome to send in test videos and receive written feedback. A judge will view your video and score your ride on the official test sheet and complete an additional sheet with suggestions for improvements. Score sheets and suggestions will be emailed back to you so you are able to view comments while watching your video. You may ride more than one test or send in tests over time during the month to see if you can improve 48
your scores. The clinic is open to professionals, amateurs, and junior riders. The Test: Participants can video tape one or more dressage tests of choice; western, traditional, or eventing. A caller is permitted. Each test must be videoed from start to finish with audio enabled—no splicing is permitted. This is your chance to ride a test at home and get professional feedback! Horse and Rider Turnout: An ASTM/SEI certified helmet is required; tests will not be scored if a helmet is not worn in the video. Clinic attire and clothing which allows the judge to view the rider is appropriate. Remember, ponytails and unruly hair distract the judge in a negative way. You want the judge to see a clean outline of horse and rider—so tucked in shirts and a vest are helpful. Show attire and braiding are not required but are certainly welcomed if you choose. Arena: An arena with dressage letters must be used. NODA is aware that not every rider has access to regulation sized
arenas; for the purposes of this ride-a-test, use the arena available to you. If you don’t have letters you can make them with buckets or cones and use them to approximate the size of the dressage arena as best as possible. Look online for ideas for creating a dressage ring. You may ride on grass. If you are putting together a dressage ring for your test ride, here is a USDF link to get you started on size and letter placement: https://www. usdf.org/about/about-dressage/ competition/tests.asp. Video Requirements: Please follow state guidelines or requirements regarding social distancing when making your video. The test must be ridden start to finish in one video with the audio enabled so the judge can hear natural sounds and the caller if you are using one. No coaching is permitted during the test ride. The video should be filmed from behind “C” and must be turned on before the rider turns down the centerline to begin the test. The videographer should always keep the horse and rider in the
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frame and zoom as appropriate to ensure the horse and ring letters are visible in the frame. Uploading Your Video: Upload your video to YouTube with your name, your horse’s name, and the test you are riding. Example: Sally BurtonSully-FirstLevelTest2. Then email your YouTube link to NODA prior to the close date of the clinic to SchoolingShow@ nodarider.org. Registration: Go to www. nodarider.org and click the ‘Events’ link to find the Virtual Dressage Ride-a-Test registration form, including the opening and close dates. You may register online or by mail. Fees are $20 for members and $25 for nonmembers. Members are welcome to use NODA Bucks to pay entry fees. NODA’s education committee is planning other fun and educational virtual events until we can get back together! Stay up to date with the dressage community in northeast Ohio at www.nodarider.org. June 2020
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Lighting the W
hile the days are getting longer, it is a great time to appreciate the extra light that we can take advantage of for riding and other barn activities. It is also a great time to take stock of lighting in the barn, arena and security lighting. Evaluating lighting needs and taking steps to make your facility safer and brighter will benefit you and your horses and can even add up to significant cost savings throughout the year.
Lighting before.
LED Lighting The single most innovative technology in lighting is the use of LED (Light-emitting diode) lighting versus conventional incandescent lighting. LED lighting is much safer than conventional lighting because it runs so much cooler, decreasing the risk of a fire hazard from the heat of a lighting source. Because LED lighting is 80 percent more efficient than traditional lighting, it will also translate to savings on electric expenses. LED lighting lasts significantly longer than other forms of lighting, resulting less turn over and product replacement. Because the lights are more environmentally friendly, there are some rebate programs that may be available to help facilitate the upgrade of your farm to LED lighting that can be found through your energy provider.
Way Lighting after.
and stalls. While it may make grooming and clipping much easier, it will also allow for proper examination of tack and equipment, feed and medications and let you properly assess your horse in the case of injury. Lights can also alter circadian rhythm for a horse tricking their system into believing it is summer year round. In order for this to work, lights should be placed on a timer to extend natural daylight, so that the horse is exposed to light around 16 hours throughout the day. Extension of lighting will both keep hair coats short for horses that show year round and keep mares cycling though the year to allow for earlier breeding. Stalls should be lit in such a way that it is easy to read a newspaper in the darkest corner. Horses who are kept under lights and do not develop a full coat should be blanketed as needed.
Exterior Barn/Safety Lighting
Exterior barn lighting improves the safety and security of your barn. Arena Lighting Anyone who has horses at home understands that no matter what When riding in an arena, shadows can create a spooky space for season or time of day, there are reasons you will need to be in the barn your horse, so there are a few things to consider when mapping out a after dark. In these cases, it is helpful to have lighting on the exterior lighting project. The number of foot of the barn that lights the way for candles required for safe riding will entry points. Motion lights can help largely depend on the types of events LIGHTING TERMINOLOGY save energy and will alert you if that are occurring in the arena. someone or something is out in the There are a few lighting terms to become familiar with before Professional settings and arenas may barn area. Although lighting in and starting a lighting project: need up to 70 foot candles. Standard of itself will not guarantee security, training facilities require as little as Lumen: Lumens are a measurement of light output and it can be an important part of a more 25-30 foot candles, while disciplines comprehensive security plan. It can perceived brightness in a space. that involve obstacles, such as jumps, help deter nocturnal animals from Foot Candle Measurement: A foot candle is one lumen per entering the barn including raccoons, do best with around 40 foot candles square foot. because the objects can cast shadows. opossums and even coyotes. When For outdoor arenas, the lighting Photometrics: Photometrics are layouts of LED lighting plans walking between the pastures and is typically on the perimeter, this that allow you to check out how specific lighting will work in the barns, well planned lighting can means that setting the poles around make it safer to lead horses in or out your facility. the arena as high as possible will in the darkness. provide the best lighting. Poles that Lighting is an important aspect to are 20 foot high may be adequate, any well planned equine facility. By simply adding light, it leads to a 30 foot poles are preferable. For indoor arenas, there are typically safer and healthier environment for horses and humans. The addition more restrictions with height of the lamps. To adjust for this, add of LED lights adds an extra layer of safety and energy savings while more lighting. Additional lights will allow the casting of the light to contributing to a healthier environment. overlap, softening harsh lines that can cause shadows. Lisa Kiley is a lifelong horse enthusiast who has Interior Barn Lighting worked in the equine industry and shown horses When it comes to lighting inside the barn, it is important to note for many years. She is a proud member of the that utilizing natural lighting as much as possible creates a healthier Cashmans Horse Equipment Team. Cashmans environment. Horses, like humans, need Vitamin D which we source Horse Equipment, located in Delaware, Ohio, through the sunlight and in turn allows the absorption of minerals like has been providing top quality products to the calcium and phosphorus. Proper interior lighting becomes essential equine and agricultural community for 40 years. for barns when natural light isn’t available. They have a commitment to sourcing environmentally conscious Great lighting in the interior of the barn is going to make day to day merchandise and items made in the U.S.A. Cashmans strives to activities much safer for both you and your horse. Some of the areas educate customers and provide products that put safety first so you to concentrate on include: aisle ways, grooming areas, feed rooms, can enjoy more time with the horses you love. www.cashmans.com. 50
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Black Swamp Driving Club
Quiet Time for Black Swamp Driving Club PRESIDENT, Roger Higgins, Jr. VICE PRESIDENT, Julie Emmons SECRETARY & TREASURER, Susan Murray. WEBSITE, www.blackswampdrivingclub.com
by Mary Thomas Many driving events have had to be cancelled or rescheduled, but it’s still possible to hitch up and go for a relaxing country drive. Parks and other driving venues may be closed, but many little used country roads and lanes are still available for driving. Equine and carriage make keeping social distance easy so find another BSDC turnout to share a drive. A favorite event for BSDC members is the annual Horse
Progress Days, scheduled this year for the Mt. Hope Auction grounds July 3-4. It has been postponed until the first weekend of July 2021, still at Mt. Hope. County fair participation by BSDC members, taking both draft and driving entries for competition, is unsettled. Many early fairs have already been cancelled, but fingers are crossed that the later fairs will go on as scheduled. The Michigan Horse Drawn Vehicle Show, which draws several members, has been moved from June 6-7 to Aug. 29-30 at the Ionia, Mich., fairgrounds. BSDC is an affiliate club with the Carriage Association of America, and those who hold individual memberships with CAA are able to tune in to the Friday Night webinars. Recent topics
have included Stagecoaching in Northern California, Footcare for the Driving Horse, Firearms: Protecting the Transportation of the West, and the Claire Reid Carriage Collection. On Thursday afternoons, a book club meeting is held online. The current book is Understanding Harness, by Barb Lee. Past programs are accessible by checking www.caaonline.com. Wondering when the summer good driving weather will be here, check the ‘new’ seasons for Black Swamp country: The Eleven Seasons for our Area 1. Winter 2. Fool’s Spring 3. Second Winter 4. Spring Deception 5. Third Winter 6. Mud Season 7. Actual Spring
8. Summer 9. False Fall 10. Second Summer (one week) 11. Actual Fall UPCOMING EVENTS JULY 11: Historical Display at Wyandot County Museum Ice Cream Social, Upper Sandusky, Ohio. AUG. 22: Tripto Draft Horse Meuseum followed by potluck and horse-drawn tour, hosted by the Will Stevenson family, Ft. Wayne, Ind. SEPT. 13: Parker Bridge Drive hosted by the Emmons family, Upper Sandusky, Ohio. SEPT. 27: Coon Hunters Drive hosted by Sue and Roger Murray, Tiffin, Ohio. OCT. 25: Annual hayride (3 p.m.) hosted by Mary Elliott and Linda Spear, Galion, Ohio.
Northern Ohio Miniature Horse Club
Join Us For Our Virtual Shows; Information on Facebook PRESIDENT, Elly Magyar VICE PRESIDENT, Georgetta Meyer TREASURER, Pam Fritz SECRETARY, Rondelle De Long EMAIL, raygam@me.com PHONE, 419/271-6008
by Rondelle DeLong It is very much a strange world we are living in right now. There have been so many changes to our entertainment side of our lives and for many their jobs. My heart goes out to all those struggling whether it be health or financial. As we all struggle to get back to the ‘new’ normal, I hope you are taking comfort in the stability of farm life. The solace of soft nickers at feeding time, the smell of fresh
sawdust and of course in the companionship of the animals. We are disappointed to announce that The Northern Ohio Miniature Horse Club’s Annual Horse show that was to be on June 7 has been rescheduled for Sept. 28 at the Lorain County Fairgrounds in Wellington, Ohio. We hope to see you there! Our April online horse show closed entries on April 30. We broke 200 members just before the ending of our show. There were a total of 157 entries, almost double from the March show. Thank you to all who participated! A huge shout out to our judges Dan Whitt and Brian Pete. I have been deeply moved by those that have sponsored our show. I highly recommend for all to patronage them. Our April sponsors are as follows: Minitack.com, Nicker Stickers, Halter-All, Rachel Fail
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Julia Finnegan with WCS Cinnamon Gold Kid.
Supreme Champion, Kewpies Urban Legend owned by Rhonda Parker.
Custom Tack, Horse d’oeuvres, Rebel Heart Tack Store, Cutting Edge Construction LLC and Ruth Boden. For those who have not seen our online show please search Northern Ohio Miniature Horse Club Online Show on Facebook. I would like to congratulate our winners of our online show. Supreme Overall Champion HMF Kewpies Urban Legend owned by Rhonda Parker. Champion mares overall Made In Spain Lalala of Bodacious owned by Valeria Korotkevich with She Got The Best Of Me owned by Rhonda Parker coming in Reserve Champion. Champion overall stallions was HMF Kewpies Urban Legend owned by Rhonda Parker, Reserve champion Tricetta’s Richies Labomba owned by Rhonda Parker. Champion Overall Geldings was LM Idols When
Hell Freezes Over owned by Angelle McIntire and Reserve Tricetta’s Mad Sonic Champion owned by Terri Frenia. This month we introduced video performance classes that were very well accepted by our exhibitors. The winners for those classes are as follows: Youth Showmanship 12 year and under: Calli Finnegan; Youth Showmanship 13-18: Katelynn Schlager; Adult Showmanship: Angelle McIntire; Leadline: Julia Finnegan; Youth Pleasure Driving: Calli Finnegan and InHand Obstacle: Brittany Mills. Congratulations to all of our participants! We look forward to your entries again next month! A note from our club president, Elly Magyar, “I would like to thank Rondelle DeLong for developing and managing the monthly online shows.”
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Colorado Ranger Horse Association
CRHA Open Shows and Foal Pictures PRESIDENT, Toni Lukavich; 1ST VICE PRESIDENT, Charmaine Wulff; SECRETARY, Barbara Summerson; TREASURER, Jane Montgomery. WEBSITE, www.coloradoranger.com EMAIL, riderangerhorse@yahoo.com
by Monica Doddato The Colorado Ranger Horse Association’s open shows planned for June 19 and 20, 2020 have been cancelled. The Mercer County 4-H Park in Mercer, Pa., where the show was to be held will not reopen until at least July. The show may be rescheduled but a date has not yet been set. We hope to see you at the open shows on July 17 and Sept. 25. All open shows will be held at the Mercer County
4-H Park in Mercer, Pa. Please mark your calendars and plan to join us for some friendly and fun competition! The Colorado Ranger Horse Association’s 47th National Show will be the Sept. 19 and 20 in Lock Haven, Pa. Included with this month’s article is one of the many adorable CRHA foals that has been entertaining members in the Facebook Group. Hope on over to the ‘Colorado Ranger Horse Assn’ group and check out some of those cute faces for yourself. And don’t forget, if you own an Appaloosa, chances are one in eight that your horse can be registered with the Colorado Ranger Horse Association. There’s a free pedigree check you can find on the website at www.coloradoranger.com. CRHA is a special group of people who are always looking for new members to join our
CRHA filly, PRR Corona Blu Belle. HHR Moon LiteN Corona owned by Cheryl Miller, Horizon Hill Ranch with her dam Silvers Full Moon owned by Mariclaire Stearns. This foal sired by HHR Ima Razzlin Bear is a beautiful example of the CRHA family working together to breed exceptional Rangerbreds. ‘family’ and participate in the programs including logging,
open points, futurity, distance and youth.
Wayne County Saddle Club
Memories Made at the Wayne County Saddle Club PRESIDENT, Charlene Clark; VICE PRESIDENTS, Rich Gortner, Angie Didinger; SECRETARY, Tricia Crilow; TREASURER, Beth Eikleberry; WEBSITE, waynecountysaddleclub.com
Well! We’re still (early May) in limbo regarding the show season and the nation’s outlook as a whole. Although, there are some pretty reliable indications Ohio will be opening back up mid to late May. If that happens we’ll probably have progressed into the show season by the time you read this. All I can say is keep your eyes open to the Facebook page and the website. They can provide much more timely information than I can due to the publishing deadlines for this newsletter. I can tell you your officers and directors have not forgotten you. They are as anxious to see these times come to an end as the rest of us. They are ready whenever things open up to get’r done! Since there isn’t much ‘news’, here are more memories of the awesome past of this great club. Origins and early activities: horse shows held at Hilltop Golf Course across from the Wooster radio station. • many would ride their horses 54
A few pictures from the 1960s. The parade picture is particularly poignant because this is the first time since the 1940s that Wooster won’t have its Memorial Day Parade. to the show and then ride home years after that. • About 1957 the first parcel when it was over. Picnic lunches of the current property on the were the norm. • there were no stop watches. Overton Road was purchased. • 1959 the second parcel was Most events were run horse against horse with all riders purchased from the Weygandt going at the same time. The first family. • 1965 the original sand was one back was the winner, etc. • no judges either. Winners hauled into what is now the were decided by somebody arena and the fence was built appointed to judge that day using railroad ties and native or some visiting dignitary. rough-sawn lumber. The original Consequently events like egg and dimensions were 100’x200’. • 1966 the club by-laws were spoon and dollar bill race were written and accepted, pursuant popular. Important dates: officially to incorporation as a ‘close founded in 1939, though the group corporation’ Not for profit. • 1969 the Fourth of July flood met and held various get-togethers washed the tank the outhouse sat for a year or so before that. • 1950’s and 1960’s, the club on down the creek a 150 feet. It began producing the ‘Annual June was later reclaimed and moved Show’ an event that hosted COSCA to its present location and the and benefited Nick Amster/Ida enclosure built. • Contest classes I recall, dating Sue handicapped workshop and school. This practice continued back to my earliest memories of into the 70’s until Nick Amster/ the club: ride and run; run and Ida Sue became funded by tax ride, the musical chairs, keyhole dollars. We continued to put on race (the original pattern), spear the show for COSCA for several the rings, rescue (pick up) race, HORSEMEN’S CORRAL
stake bend, barrel race, dash for cash*, quadrangle stakes*, spin the rider, apple dunking, ribbon tie, ribbon race, speed and control* (original pattern), carry the mail, pony express, goat tie, can race, saddle bag pick up, handkerchief race, pole bending*, down and back, flag race (several patterns), balloon scramble, scoop shovel race, hide race, ball race*, grab bag*. Yup! And I probably forgot some. By the way, the * indicates an event is more recent than the early ones. If you want to know how any of these classes were run, you’ll have to contact me separately or track down another old timer like me. Meantime, I reckon I did it again and used up allotted words. I hope you might’ve found some enjoyment from these memories. (They are memories, so accuracy ain’t necessarily guaranteed.) God bless you all...and the USA! ~Stan June 2020
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Horses thrive with a healthy foot and farriers are better able to care for them when barns are laid out with your farrier in mind. Farriers work in barns and environments of all kinds, so they have a good idea of great layouts, and when the set up can make caring for the foot more difficult. What makes a layout great for the horse and farrier? Not everyone can build a barn and working area from the ground up with the farrier in mind, but if you could, a perfect setup might look like this:
A dream barn built around your farrier would have cross ties and be large. The cross ties would be close to the door and as close to their truck as possible. An area at least 10’ wide and 14’ deep is perfect because your farrier needs room to work behind the horse. Sometimes several feet behind the horse is needed so a toolbox can be close for quick work and your farrier can stretch your horse’s feet back as well. Lighting is huge. To get the best trim and fit, a farrier needs good lighting. It’s a simple concept, but better lighting gives better results for your farrier and your horse. When lighting can be installed three foot from the ground on all three sides it’s absolutely ideal for your farrier. Wall to wall mats are nice or no mats at all. It’s very aggravating for a Farrier to constantly have to pick up their work box. You might think to yourself, “Why is
the farrier so grumpy he’s only having to pick up that box a few extra times.” But literally in a day’s time the Farrier can’t count the amount of times they have to move or pick up their box. Fans are nice in the summer, and shade when possible outdoors. Heat is nice in the very cold temperatures, even just a heated lamp. For those without a barn even a garage to work in during the winter blocks out the wind and cold. Small things can make a difference. Outlets for truck hook up as close to the door and truck as possible is great. When outlets are in the middle of the barn several extension cords may be needed to get the work done, and slow things up a bit. For farriers that hot fit, having water close by is very nice and having an accessible driveway that isn’t muddy, so farriers don’t get their truck stuck is also great to have. Little things like on-hand fly spray, broom, muck bucket, and shovel are super to have ready when needed. For optimum farrier working conditions a well-behaved horse goes hand in hand with having a great barn setup. Horses that
don’t swing and sway and rock and roll force the farrier to move their box make the work so much more efficient. It’s not always possible but it’s much appreciated when it can be achieved. Working with babies as soon as they are born by picking up their feet gets them accustomed to the process. If you can get them under control while they are young and you can handle them physically, it is a much better experience for them as they get older. Clean feet are always a plus. Farrier spend a lot of money on tools and mud depreciates their life span. Farriers understand that everything can’t be set up to accommodate them, and some owners may not even have a barn, but the better the barn or setup is, and the better managed the horses are, the smoother the farriers work goes and horses get the best care a farrier can provide. If all else doesn’t fit into your budget a well-behaved horse is more appreciated than anything else (except for a tip of course). Like MEFA on Facebook for more educational posts and upcoming events.
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Greetings From Your President In last month’s President’s Message, I noted that I hoped things would be returning to normal by the time my message was read in early May. It’s early May as I write this message and things are not back to normal, but there is hope on the horizon. The most recent ‘Stay Safe Ohio’ order requiring us to shelter at home expires on May 29. I’m hopeful that order doesn’t get extended and that by the time you read this message, things
are at least starting to get back to normal. I’m sure life won’t return to the way it was before the virus threat for some time. I miss our chapter meetings and I miss working on the trails as a group. OHC had many events at the state level and at the chapter level planned. It’s not clear when we will be able to hold those events again. I had an indication today that we are heading in the right direction. The director of the
Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) invited me to join a committee called the ‘Outdoor Recreation Task Force’ to help plan how to open the state parks again. We’ve not had the first meeting yet, but I’m confident that this will be a very professional group that will get the job done. All my interactions with ODNR so far have been positive. I will keep OHC members informed through the website, http:\\ohconline.
com, and by email. Look for new items on the website in the ‘News’ section.
virus guidelines and did not hold any meetings after February, therefore we have very little to report at this time. We can only hope the country will soon be open for business and our chapter can resume riding, camping and planning for the chili cook-off in the fall. We hope to see you soon down the trail. Remember not to drink and ride, and please keep your social distance. ~Dan & Jean Reynolds
considered one of those at risk; on the upside, we have our horses shod and are going to at least do some riding in the neighborhood, we are hoping to go with some friends of ours that try to hit the trails each weekend. Sylvio has been posting where they will be riding if the weather is decent, and the criteria is to meet at the fairgrounds in Jefferson on either Saturday or Sunday and travel together with your rig. Bring a chair and your lunch, and after the ride, we eat together sitting in our chairs socially distanced. We are not sharing our food. We will have to pass this week because Kathy has a broken foot and has a new boot, not the kind you need to ride. I checked out Facebook to see what some of the members are doing. Mike Sheets has his bees ready for the summer season. He also has a set up in his house where you can watch them at work. I think it is an intriguing idea. Jessica has been approved to return to work but will still be home for a while. Brenda Hanson and Christy Burdick are training horses all year long. They have some beautiful looking animals. It looks like the April showers are seriously here. They are a month late getting started, but we have mud up here, and a lot
of the trails are closed because of it. Remember, until the parks are officially open, there are no picnic or restroom facilities available. Also remember to social distance, wash your hands, and put on your mask. “Til next time, give thanks for all the good things and give your horse a hug. ~Pearl Ann
The response to the Coronavirus has been hard on all of us but I’m sure we’ll get through it. At least the virus doesn’t infect horses. Can you imagine trying to put a face mask on your horse and asking them to graze six feet apart? ~Eric Estill, President Ohio Horseman’s Council
County Lines ASHLAND Greetings! We want to thank the Corral for continuing to publish their great equine magazine during these difficult times. I know we look forward to receiving it each month and the first article I read, before looking at the various Corral County Line columns is ‘View From The Cheap Seats’. I am in awe of the author’s, Sarah Vas, sense of humor, knowledge of horses and her vast vocabulary utilization exibited in her unique style of writing. Heck, I can’t even spell little words, but I can dream of writing like her someday. In the mean time, I will just enjoy her articles. To date we have not yet ridden the trails as we had hoped or planned back in the winter sitting next to the warm fire. However, we are thankful we have not contracted the COVID-19 virus and will try to make up lost riding time this summer and fall. We suspect our horses feel there is something wrong as they have had limited trail and camping experiences in 2020. They appear to be a little tired of navigating our trails here on the farm, but they are like us and time spent on any trail is good. The Ashland OHC chapter responded to the Governor’s 58
ASHTABULA Greetings from Ashtabula County; I hope you and your family are all well and COVID-19 free. We had a little glitch, but after the quarantine, the patient is back to work. She is one of those that have to face it every day working as a nurse. My grandson is in the Air Force, and he works for two weeks and is quarantined for two weeks, and so it goes. I think all of our lives have been turned upside down. This is not what this chapter had envisioned for this riding season. We are all embracing the new normal, and it seems to change each day. I have given in and had my groceries delivered. I would prefer to go and browse the shelves, but again it’s the new normal for me. I am
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CLARK Hello June. The Clark County chapter is feeling very fortunate for being able to get out and ride these past few months. Buck Creek is a wonderful park to start conditioning and remains fairly dry under most circumstances. The secret is out that Buck Creek is ridable all year. Equestrian sports are just naturally good for social distancing so small groups have been able to get together. We have also ventured out farther for day rides and are anxiously awaiting the campgrounds reopening. Buck Creek Park administrators requested we postpone our trail cleanup until the recommendations for group activities are relaxed. We were happy to oblige. The trail remains in good shape with only a couple of obstacles. Yes, I did say obstacles but right now June 2020
County Lines I am talking about downed trees and such. We are still working on other trailside obstacles to be added in the future. The park has proceeded with the road to the boat ramp so look for that to be completed this summer. It has altered the trail but we are hoping to be rerouted next year. There is still a lot of good riding and access to the water in a few places. Needless to say, these are strange times. It was very sad to see some of our favorite events canceled like The Road to the Horse, Equine Affaire, and The Land Rover Three Day event. I am sure even harder for those involved in putting on these large events. However, there are more people alive and healthy and if you are reading this you are in that group. Let’s keep our fingers crossed that the American Quarter Horse Congress still occurs and we still have some of our money saved from the cancelation of the other events to do our shopping. I think it is always good to remind everyone if you have not renewed your membership it is always a good time to join and you as a member help make all this possible! We need you! The next meeting is Thursday, July 9 at 6:30 p.m. at the horsemen’s area at Buck Creek State Park. Please check out our Facebook page for any changes. Stay healthy and come ride with us! ~Jonna CLINTON The weather has been nice, then not. It is Ohio! As you see from the photos, we have had an exciting month! Four of us met at the day parking at the Caesars Creek Horsemen’s Camp at 11 a.m. on a Saturday morning. We headed out for a ride and did a little trail maintenance as we rode, then ate lunch at the picnic table. After eating, it was getting a bit chilly, so we decided to head back after a couple hours out on the trail. As we came around the corner of the trees, Amanda Snell said, “Sue, you left your truck window open.” No, I didn’t. As I got closer, I saw my trailer door was also open. I jumped off the horse and looked over and said, “Laura, your window is busted open too!” Then, Amanda yells over that my car window is busted open too! Someone had looked in Diana’s truck bed, but she didn’t have her purse with June 2020
Amanda Snell helping move a tree out of the trail on Farmers Trace CCSP. her, and any valuables she had on her. They took all three of our purses that were under the seats. The police said they didn’t even open the doors; they have a polelike tool with a hook on the end. They break the window, reach in without touching anything and pull the purse out. Sugar Creek area was been hit as well as other parks. After the police report was done and I got home, while on the phone with banks to cancel everything, I realized my check books were in my purse, including my business check book! While on the phone with one bank, Wright Patt Credit Union called me, “Excuse me, Ms. Lamb, are you missing your debit card and driver’s license?” Holy cow, Yes! This is within an hour of the police report! A lady had tried to cash one of my business checks, made out to me, at my bank in Norwood, Ohio (Cincinnati) with my debit card; the check was made out for $1900. The teller said the lady wasn’t acting right, and she had sunglasses on; she just really didn’t look like me, so the teller asked her my security question and the lady took off! The next day a female was in Findlay, south of Toledo, with an ID from a woman in Monroe, Ohio, trying to cash a $2500 check, and then again, the next day, in Kindila, Ohio, with Amanda’s ID at her bank. A few days later, two males were arrested in Toledo and they had my business checks; they got bailed out by a female. They were driving a white Ford SUV with stolen plates. They got some finger prints off my driver’s license; I’m not sure if they can link them to the men or the woman yet. They are still working on the case. The Warren County sheriff’s office has kept in touch with me. Also the Findlay police called me and I gave them all the information so they can work together on it. I do have to say, put a security question on your bank accounts;
Our trucks were broken into while trail riding. that is what stopped them from getting any cash! Nevertheless, it was a very frustrating thing. It took me three weeks to get my accounts settled: closed and reopened, auto withdrawals notified, direct deposits done! Now anger and loss to deal with! You don’t realize what you have until it’s gone. I had my gratitude journal in my purse; I pray one of them opens it and reads it! Lesson learned from this: when I go to ride, anything of real value will stay home! I will leave the truck unlocked, and not have anything of value in the truck. I will wear a fanny pack or something like that to carry my key. During all this, and with everything being closed due to the pandemic, I haven’t had a driver’s license; neither have my friends. The police told me that if you get pulled over, just give them your social security number; you don’t really have to carry your license with you! So less is better, lighten your load. I had mine lightened, not by choice, but now I know to travel light! The sun is shining; let’s stay positive. The world is changing, so let’s make it for the better! I hope the campgrounds are open by the time you read this, and you have been trail riding! Have a great month! ~Susan Lamb COLUMBIANA I have to admit this is the first time I’m having a problem writing this article. It’s such a strange time in all of our lives. Making definite plans for months ahead is impossible. As with every other state park,
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Beaver Creek Horse Camp was closed with a barricade across the drive. We are using the day riding lot on up the road we call the Gravel Pit to park. We may also use the model airplane area across the road. There is not very much room and we found it impossible to park a safe distance from other trailers, some have chosen not to ride on the weekends at this time, but instead use the weekdays. We feel this is in our best interest. On a good note the trails, as a whole, are in great condition. The usual muddy spots are still muddy but the rest are very nice. There are only a few trees down which need to be removed but you can get around them. What better way could we practice social distancing than on our horses? I find it hard not to hug my friends when we meet to ride and sitting after to talk and snack is not possible right now. I’m so happy we can talk while riding and solve most of the world problems and some of our own while enjoying our horses in our beautiful park. It’s nice to see the park come alive with flowers and wildlife. I continue to believe horse people are the luckiest people on earth. We are hoping for the June 3 meeting. It will be at Mark’s Landing at Guilford Lake and you are welcome to come. The plans for the Christmas in July event have been cancelled with the possibility of a BBQ in its place for those who had made plans to attend. Only time will tell if the park will be open. It’s nice to see so many families hiking the trails. We have talked to many who have brought their family to Beaver Creek State Park for the first time. We find everyone so nice and happy to talk to other humans. Right now with all that has been going on I think the best way to find out what events are going to happen and when would be to check the Columbiana County OHC web page. We also have an open group on Facebook, Beaver Creek Trail Riders. Information is always posted there. Our chapter is wishing everyone of our sister chapters good health and good riding. Stay safe, hopefully we will see you soon on the trails. ~Sally CUYAHOGA Ready-Set-Ride! Every step our 59
County Lines horses take on trail is priceless. As trails and trailheads start to open up from COVID-19 and spring wetness closures, we have the responsibility to treat them with respect. You know the rules: Stay on trail, ride the middle of the puddle, and greet other trail users in a friendly manner. There are many new users on ‘our’ bridle trails hiking, running, and walking with their families as there was nothing else to do in days past. Many times these new users have never seen a horse and don’t know how to approach or pass. Try to enjoy your ride while kindly educating the new users on the do’s and don’t around horses. Make friends and be good ambassadors for the horse world. We are in the minority of trail users and these bonds with other users become more and more important. Track your trail miles! This is one of the most important things you can do to preserve them because this is about the only way parks know we are out there in numbers using them. Every mile counts! Joining an OHC chapter is another important way of preserving trails as our members are very dedicated trail riders who work to improve and expand trails and trailheads for equestrian use. Cleveland Metroparks bridle trails run through urban, suburban, and primitive areas where one can imagine being in a wilderness far away from the hustle and bustle of city life. You might ride bridle trails you never knew existed. Some riders are taken out of their comfort zone in short stretches only to realize they and their horses survived and did well. Trust and lasting bonds are formed between horse and rider. Check out Cleveland Metroparks website and view the reservations and maps they provide. Try a new trail and enjoy a new experience. Cuyahoga OHC riders and others have been able to enjoy the trails of Cleveland Metroparks during the virus shut downs as trails were never closed. Trailer parking was a problem for a bit, but the park police (formally called rangers) are now monitoring equestrian trailheads to keep cars from parking there so you should not have a problem. All our meetings and events through July have been cancelled, and yet we still have fun riding in small groups; friendships new 60
and old remain the backbone of our organization. We welcome new members, and our newsletter is packed with information that will keep you up to date on trails and activities as they begin to start up. You will learn about the seven reservations that have bridle trails in the Cleveland Metroparks. You will be able to contact people who are very willing to guide you on where to park your trailer and the type of trail you will be riding in each reservation. Many times we can find someone to guide you if that is what you are looking for. Check out our website, cuyahogacountyohc.com, and contact us if you have questions at cuyahogaohc@gmail.com. We look forward to meeting you! ~Penny DEFIANCE It’s been a very slow month for our county. We have been standing strong and hitting the saddles as much as we can during these uncertain times. Many events have been cancelled, but that hasn’t stopped our group from getting together and spreading joy and happiness. We have been visiting local nursing homes with our horses and having the residents look through the windows. We shared tears of joy and happiness with the residents. A lot of them have not seen a horse in many years. During this time we realize how
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life is so precious and doing what you love with the people you care about is so important. For a lot of us that is sitting in that saddle with our friends. In the month of June we hope things will slowly resume and shows and parks will open back up. As we wait, all we can do is continue to love on our horses and each other. Until we ride again.
Bobbi Arters working in creek bed near Kilbourne.
DELAWARE Hello from Delaware chapter! It is hard to believe that we have reached the half-way point of 2020. I am hopeful that by the time this month’s issue reaches you, our activities and daily routines will have returned closer to normal as we continue to combat COVID-19. Our May meeting, having been canceled due to coronavirus restrictions, would have featured a presentation by Jen Hetzler on proper saddle fit. Instead, Jen suggested two different YouTube videos on the topic of proper saddle fit for both western and English saddles that our members might find interesting and useful. In case you have not yet had the chance to view these informative videos, you can find their links listed on a flyer in last month’s newsletter as well as posted on our Facebook page. We hope to continue to offer other worthwhile and interesting videos on a variety of horserelated topics in the future. We remain optimistic that we will be able to hold our June meeting as planned and look forward to the presentation on equine massage by Dan Chambers. Stay tuned for any last-minute updates. Looking ahead, our July chapter meeting, originally scheduled for July 3, will instead be held on Friday, July 10. Our guest speaker on July 10 will be Holly Porter, with Mid-Ohio Marauders, presenting the ‘Basics of Cowboy Mounted Shooting’. Our August program speaker will feature Scott Shipman discussing proper leather care and refurbishment. Additionally, we hope to reschedule Jen Hetzler for some time in the fall. With our trail maintenance volunteers not being able to meet as a group due to COVID-19 restrictions, the task of working independently while trying to maintain all of our trails has fallen to just a few, namely Bobbi Arters, her sister, Carole Bosich and crew leader, Mary
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Bobbi Arters and Carole Bosich at creek crossing near Kilbourne. Chmielewski. These ladies continue to work tirelessly to keep our trails in good shape and safe for both horse and rider. For example, re-routes, designated by orange ribbon, have been created on several of the trails to avoid particularly muddy or slick areas and numerous fallen branches and trees have been removed. In addition, the footing through the creek bed near Kilbourne was improved and the path marked. The positive feedback received from visitors about our trails has been much appreciated. It is very uplifting to read how many folks have enjoyed our trails and have taken the time to compliment our trail maintenance crew for their hard work. Many of you that have ridden at Alum Creek know how slick and wet the trails can get after rainy weather, especially in the spring. It often takes several days of dry weather for certain wet or muddy sections to recover. Our chapter would like to take this opportunity to ask our fellow riding enthusiasts to consider the trail conditions before embarking on a trip to Alum Creek. The recent and unprecedented increase in the number of horseback riding visitors, together with the rainy weather has taken its toll on our trails. We are asking our OHC family and other horse enthusiasts to help us protect and preserve our trails. Please understand that if it is too wet at your own house or in your own field or pasture, it is likely too wet to ride June 2020
County Lines Alum Creek. We encourage our horseback riding visitors to call before you haul to obtain current trail conditions by contacting Bobbi Arters at 216/536-1837. As of the writing of this article, it is still uncertain if our central region ride and campout will take place later this month. As always, please watch your email inbox and/or our Delaware Facebook page for the most current information and changes to our schedule and/or meeting location. Until next month, wishing everyone safe and enjoyable riding! ~Theresa Burke ERIE Greetings from Erie County! June is upon us as we read this article. Life has brought us many new challenges the last two and a half months, but our gardens are growing and our pastures are green. Our farm animals are happy and healthy, with young ones playing in the sun! Life is good. The Earth is truly taking this absence of human interaction to heal itself. It was good to hear that the state parks are opening up. Erie Metro Parks are busy putting in bathroom facilities at the Mason Road parking lot. Just a reminder to the equine crowd to always pick up after yourself so we can keep these new facilities.
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in June and will be looking to July and camping out at Reed Road, and John will have gotten a haircut. Happy Trails! ~Trina GREENE
Hank and Storm. Our members have been seen riding at Edison Woods, Mohican, Brecksville, Hinckley and Carlisle. We always keep a safe distance! I really can’t wait to resume our monthly meetings. I miss seeing everyone! Life is better on the trail! ~Shelley FULTON Every other sentence from my husband starts with, “I can’t wait till they open the haircutting places!” Sound familiar? My husband has the best, cutest curls, and he wants them cut off! I just grab a chunk of my own hair, stand in front of a mirror if one is handy, grab the closest scissors, and snip! All fixed. It’s not that easy for my pony. Shedding season lasts a long time for the little guy. I’ve had some people say to me, “maybe he has Cushings.” No, he’s been like this for 23 years. I made another pony out of the hair I brushed off him last night. The donkey? I brushed about nine total hairs off him. I don’t know what he does with all his winter coat. Speaking of brushing, I found a tick on the donkey’s leg! Not attached, but still there. I’ve only seen ticks on equids in the past few years. I’ve heard of it, though. Please check our website, fcohc. com, for my updates. Kathy Brown does such a tremendous job with it. Hopefully by the time this is read we’ll have had our meeting on the first Monday
The purple prize.
I hate to say it, but by now most have probably gotten the message that our state ride has been cancelled. We didn’t want to do it, but even if the campgrounds are open by then (which we are not really expecting), it’s too large of a crowd. It’s doubtful we’ll be able to reschedule, as there are a lot of events at the park later in the year. Hopefully next year we’ll be back at it. Condolences to the Rider family for the loss of Sue Rider, the wife of founding member Charlie Rider. The newer members probably didn’t know her, but those of us who have been around a while do. Prayers and thoughts to the family. Hopefully some members have been riding. I’m sure Dave Goodbar has been. He’s also been busy working on the trails at Caesar Ford, and the trails have been getting some use. I should
Our booth at the Great Tack Exchange.
Dave Goodbar in Arizona.
Dave Goodbar and friend.
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be getting around to riding one of these days. It’s a certain bet I won’t be going to the many concerts I had lined up! Stay safe, everyone, and try to get out to enjoy the weather. Properly distanced, of course. ~Mickie HAMILTON Hi everyone, so how about this year so far? Crazy, right? I am hoping you and your families have remained healthy and everything is OK in your worlds. All spring activities were cancelled and many of our summer and fall activities will also be cancelled or postponed. In my case, thank goodness for my horses. They were the only legitimate social time I had outside my house. I got to go out riding in some regional parks, socially distanced of course. I used Shaker Trace to shake out the winter blahs from my horse this spring and I made it out to East Fork State Park a few times for some decent trail time. I am hoping to soon get up to Caesar’s Creek for a change of scenery. I also rode around the stables as often as I was able. Hopefully, when you read this we will be starting to return to normal and will be able to get some activities in for those who feel it is OK to gather again. Many of you may choose to not attend any activities with large groups for awhile and that is totally understandable. The officers will be trying to figure out a new schedule of events to tentatively go on into the summer. Watch your emails, newsletters and our Facebook page (Ohio Horseman’s Council Hamilton County Chapter) for anything coming up. Happy horsing around. ~Jennifer Drennan HARRISON What an interesting year this has turned out to be. At least anyone who rides and lives on a farm has plenty to keep them busy during this shelter in place order. This has been an eye opening experience. You find out that what you miss the most is the interaction with others. On Sunday, it was so warm and beautiful that we sat in the neighboring farmyard and spent some time visiting, keeping our distance. We have cancelled our June Regional Ride, at Harrison State Forest, due to the Corona Virus 61
County Lines and not being sure when the campground will be reopened for camping. For anyone interested, you can ride or hike the trails, but as of this writing, no overnight camping, day riding only. We want to get out doing some trail clearing if it will ever stop raining and warm up a little bit. Our end of April work weekend, which we usually have with Buckeye Trail Riders, was cancelled also. We’re looking forward to business as usual, but I have a feeling we will have to wait awhile. We have been working on getting the proper permits to begin working on the picnic shelter at Harrison State Forest Trail Riders Campground. We sent designs and plans to the engineers at ODNR Forestry Division and finally got their approval. Next, I had to get a permit from the Department of Commerce. What an ordeal. All plans have to be done by a design engineer, engineer or architect. I have a friend, who is a retired engineer, working on the plans and all the building codes and truss loads for us. Hopefully, I can resubmit our application for a permit in a week or so. This was really more involved than I thought it would be to build a shelter that has no electric or water. Thank God for wonderful friends with the knowledge that we needed to get this thing done. Constructing it will probably be the easiest part. I hope everyone is doing well and staying healthy. Hopefully, we will have more going on to report in next month’s Corral. God bless and be safe. ~Dorothy Glover HOCKING Hey there! Hopefully by the time you are reading this, things are starting to open back up and getting back to somewhat
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Carol enjoying the ride.
Brenda and her beautiful horse. normal. We hope everyone is staying safe and healthy. We had to cancel our trail ride at Cowboy Larry’s in May, but once things open back up and we are able to have a meeting we will work with Larry to get a new date. Some of our members have been enjoying their extra time with their equine companions. Pictured are Brenda and Carol enjoying a trail ride. Also pictured is Peyton, Becky, Robbyn, Olivia, Gunnar and Raven on a wonderful morning ride. Hope to be seeing everyone at campsites soon! ~Raven and Robbyn KNOX I have noticed a couple of things during this COVID-19 shut down, I kind of forgot to shave and discovered my beard is white. If you don’t change your socks for five days, your feet stink. If you don’t change your shirt for five days, your underarms stink. I really don’t need a hair cut as I took my hat off and discovered I was bald. What day is this anyway? Oh, and thanks, Karen Emery, for reminding me another month has passed. The worst part of this whole thing is, I miss my friends. On a positive note, I have ridden more miles this spring than any year past. We have four horses and I can ride a different color each day (that only works when I do remember which day it is). And, Mary did mark my underwear: Mon, Tue, Wed, etc. And like everyone else, I am anxious to get back to camping and riding different trails. My opening last month:
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Good morning America how are you? You know me, I’m your native son and I’m riding that train they call COVID-19, and I’ll have ridden 500 miles before it’s time is run. Well, I haven’t added them all up yet, but I am confident I have surpassed that 500 miles! I really know my way around the block now! Smaller groups of us, while observing social distancing, have been out on many day rides. In my opinion, the best thing we all can do these days is get outside and enjoy just living. I see many pictures of riders enjoying their horses (and a mule or two) on Facebook. Most of the state parks day-riding is open with no facilities. As things get back to a more normal, watch the OHC state website for official updates. This site is managed and only officially verified notices should appear here; not a lot of speculations as seen on Facebook. Please abide by all rules and keep a good reputation for OHC. We do have a future to look forwards to. KCOHC had an active schedule going into the spring of 2020. No one could have predicted our current situation. At this writing, I can only hope that park camping opened up in mid-May and our Memorial Day Weekend Hog Roast went forwards and was a success. I see others are already
canceling OHC activities into June so I suspect we too were forced to cancel. I feel that the worst thing I could do in these times is pass along this virus. KCOHC has a scheduled weekend at Salt Fork June 5-7. Again, watch for current updates. Hopefully, the Central Region Ride at Dillon State Park scheduled June 26-28 falls late enough that we can go forward. Please watch the Central Region OHC Facebook site for updates. This is to be hosted by Licking County and they will also have it posted. KCOHC East Fork July 17-19. Another maybe. Too early to tell. I think you are getting the gist of things now. I went in the bank the other day with my black wide brimmed hat on and a black mask. For security reasons, they asked me to remove the hat. I only asked the cashier for $2500 cash as I wanted to buy another horse. I doubt that facial reconnection software will be the cause towards catching me. Stay safe, keep those ponies exercised and ready to ride, and we’ll see you out there on the trail. Come on over to Knox County where the gates are wide open, the grass is greener, the horses leaner, as we do ride them, and everyone is welcome. We normally meet the third Monday of each month at the Long Branch Pizza on Main Street in Centerburg at 7 p.m. Special notice this month: This month’s meeting may be a virtual meeting as a function of Zoom, that social media software with free access. I hate dates like this, makes you think you’re married. Reporting for Knox County OHC, ~Terry L. Baker
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Barbara Stevens
Lake County OHC had no meeting in April, and May’s meeting was cancelled due to the COVID-19 virus mandates. Our yearly poker ride at North Chagrin Reservation has also been cancelled due to rules on June 2020
County Lines public gatherings. Perhaps we will be able to have our Regional ride in August. Some of our members have been riding in our fantastic area parks since social distancing is relatively easy on horseback. Rides through our wonderful parks give us a sense of balance in this world and great feelings of relaxation. Some riders have encountered many more people than they had experienced in the past. Our parks are a way of escaping the isolation that has been requested of all persons. Many park patrons are uninformed about appropriate behavior when around horses and riders. Baby strollers as wide as the horse trail, little kids and big people on bikes, kids wildly swinging sticks, kids bouncing balls, kids popping out from behind trees, and joggers coming both ways have become all too common on the horse trail. Using much patience, riders can move on or try to diplomatically inform those on foot or wheels as to what is appropriate behavior. We have to ride calmly and safely forward so that no one gets hurt. Our horse trailer parking areas have been taken over by others in need of a parking space. This is being addressed by the Metroparks Police, formerly known as rangers. They are really helpful. Just smile at the intruders. Be patient. Remember why we’re there on the horse trail, and whatever the uninformed say or do, they will never know the beauty of the parks as we do by horseback. That’s our shared secret. Stay calm. Stay strong. Stay well. ~Rayneen
The Fun Show in July has not been cancelled but please check with Diana Weathley for any updates. I look at the numbers in Ohio with the virus and I say, the people in Ohio are being smart staying home, washing hands, wearing mast and keeping social distance. We are very lucky. So glad we have the Internet to keep in touch, watch movies, shop, just about everything. All club information will be on the State OHC website or check us out on Facebook. Our officers’ information is on the State OHC website. If you have any questions, please call one of the officers. Today I’m going to count the hairs on the horse’s tail, do you know how many there are? As they say on TV, we are in this together. If you need help please contact someone. Take care and be safe. ~Deborah Sheka LORAIN Hello fellow horse riders. It’s been good to see some of you enjoying the fresh outdoors on your horses, even if from a distance. A house and barn can only take so much cleaning and organizing. I feel like I’ve put in a years’ worth over the past month or two. I’d like to acknowledge our June calendar sponsor, Spencer Feed and Supply. They are located right in downtown Spencer and are open Monday through Saturday. They carry builder supplies, feed,
LICKING Hello from Licking County. I hope, pray, everyone is doing good with this big change in our life. I wanted to let you all know our members here in Licking County have been busy. When you have horses there is always something to do; clean stalls, clean horse trailer, clean stalls, wash ands wax horse trailer, take the mats out and clean some more, check the brakes, did I say clean stalls. Oh and don’t forget the people house. With all this rain we can cut grass and watch it grow so we can cut it again. Craig and Charlene Santee have been going out to Dillon and cleaning trails, a big thank you. There are others too as I hear out checking on trails and cleaning. June 2020
Easter Bunny and riders.
Please park only where allowed unless you consult with the park ranger first or you may face negative consequences. At some point this will have run its course and all will get back to ‘normal’, whatever that looks like! Hang in there. ~Kathy Duncan
Bill, Barb, Jim, Laura and Dave at Wetmore CVNP. hardware and have a garden store. You may also reach them on their website, www.spencerfeed.com, or friend them on Facebook. Thank you Spencer Feed and Supply for your help with Lorain OHC’s calendar! Kindly, Sherry, Lynn and Rachel went to visit local skilled health care facilities on their horses dressed in Easter Bunny style to help cheer up folks who weren’t allowed visitors due to COVID-19. What a beautiful day for the Derby Day Ride at Hinckley May 3. It was picture perfect weather. Several showed up donned with their fancy hats! Sadly our June camping schedule is not looking very promising as I write this, but hopefully things will look up over the next few weeks if we all work together to help halt this COVID-19 virus. I did read that the June Harrison Regional Ride and the Pleasant Hill Ride and campout are cancelled. It would be best to read your emails, visit our webpage or contact the ride organizer if you have questions about a scheduled ride. If heading to a place to ride that is not a scheduled ride, remember to check to be sure the trails are open first to avoid being disappointed. Please, remain vigilant about social distancing when riding and when socializing before and after gathering. Please refrain from sharing food out of the same container. Please ride in small groups and wear your masks where indicated. Wash your hands 20 seconds and by all means don’t be around others if you are not feeling well. I think we’ve all heard these instructions, please remember to do your part for the sake of others. The parks are bursting with people (hikers, joggers, horseback riders, families, etc.) and the parking has been quite a challenge, to say the least, in many instances. Keep in mind that you may want to consider not meeting at the most popular times. I’m thinking at the crack of dawn might get you a spot!
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MONTGOMERY Hello from Montgomery County! Not much is happening in our club, all the meetings and activities have been cancelled. Some of our members are getting rides in. I know this personally because I see them out on the trails. Charley and Linda McMasters built and donated a handy mounting block at Sycamore State Park. It can be found on the Blue Trail by the picnic table. We thank you! Watch our Facebook page, Montgomery County Chapter Ohio Horseman’s Council, for any upcoming events and when our meetings will resume again. I am hoping soon! I miss my horse club gang! We meet the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Horseman’s area at Sycamore State Park off Wolf Creek Pike. I hope you can join us! Stay well! ~Jilleroo Karen R-E
The new Blue Trail mounting block. MORROW Greetings from the Morrow County OHC chapter where COVID-19 continues a blanket of restraint, which limits nearly all normal daily activity. Ohio has not reached the level of the disastrous health issues being experienced by other areas of the USA. As was reported last month, some sense of normalcy is provided by the required daily care for our equine/ canine/feline friends who are blissfully oblivious to events occurring beyond their sphere of knowledge. The comforting therapy they provide to some 63
County Lines of us helps make the mandated isolation a bit more tolerable. A modified quote from last month’s report continues to have many exploding signs of spring which helps keep me sane with the wood duck hen/mallard hen/Canadian goose mother all occupying their respective nests on the pond with all clutches probably hatched before this is published. However, as of this early May writing, no hatching has yet occurred, but a boat check two days ago found seven goose, 12 mallard, and eight wood duck eggs being incubated with hatching expected before the composition of the next report. Songs from bluebirds, killdeers, and robins plus now house wrens and Baltimore orioles continue to help brighten the rural Morrow County environment. Several does, without any fawns yet, have repeatedly wandered into the horse pasture, which only elicits a cursory glance from the grazing horses. Just like last month, chapter members riding activity remains essentially zero, although Drew and Frank did some at home riding. Frank also did some cattle cutting training at Jack McDonald’s arena. President Floyd reported that unfortunately, Frank suffered an unscheduled dismount which resulted in two broken ribs, which will limit his riding the reopening of state parks/forest with a report of a large number of riders at Mohican. The Mount Gilead State Park equine trails remain off-limits for our chapter members to prevent the destruction of parts of the trails. Several members want to ride the Bridge of Dreams trail which starts in Danville since the Rails to Trails site is stable enough to be ridden nearly any day of the year. A weekend day ride has not yet been scheduled as we continue to isolate at home. Health issues continue to significantly restrict and or prevent riding for several chapter members including myself. Surgical procedures for Byron, Suzanne, and Joe still have them grounded while COVID-19 has eliminated many equine therapy events with no light at the end of the tunnel yet visible. Hopefully, another month will allow a report of many chapter members getting back in the saddle again which was a phrase from Gene’s theme song. The current events provide significant challenges, 64
but tomorrow is another day, as Scarlett said at the end of the famous 1939 Civil War film. Until next month, keep your chin up and strive to provide the best care possible for your horses, who will provide you the opportunity to enjoy some great riding later in 2020 after COVID-19 has faded. Stay safe in the saddle/on your horse if you do have an opportunity to ride before the next report and I hope to see some readers on the trail sometime in 2020. ~DOC SANDUSKY Hello all! We haven’t had a meeting for a couple months at this point, so this won’t contain much new information. I am hoping June includes some beautiful weather, lots of good days to ride, and we are able to use all the trails and campgrounds! Lilly is shedding out like crazy, Al has put a new set of shoes on her, and we are ready to go! During this downtime maybe some of you have spent some much needed time in your barn or trailer? It’s a great time to go through all your tack and check for weak points and clean every inch of it. Make sure your girth has been scrubbed and dried good. Any type of build up on a girth can rub a sore on your horse. Give your blanket a good scrubbing and just like your shoes, blankets need to be replaced every so often. They break down in areas even though it may still look good on the outside. Make sure the padding is still doing its job! Crawl around under your trailer and check for rust and weak spots, picking up the mat and cleaning under it and putting a water repellant on it once a year is a great idea and will make your wood flooring last longer. Vaccinating your horses a couple weeks before a big ride is really important. Your horse may not seem to be sore from the shots, but they are great at hiding aches from us! That will give them time to work out any soreness at home. All this talk about cleaning and doing things makes me want to get out there and get some of those things done myself! I hope everyone has stayed healthy, I miss my horse family something fierce! Good times
Tony and Jack doing some trail maintenance. are coming and a summer full of riding is ahead of us! Maybe in the next article I will have some ride information for you! Our club website has been taken down, but it’s even better now since it’ll be on the state web page: ohconline.com—make sure you check it out. There is so much information on there, and I find it much more user friendly. Depending on the latest with the virus, our meetings are the second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the First Brethren Church in Fremont. We meet for supper at 5:45. Check out Facebook or give me a call to find out where. For more information, give one of our members a holler, we would love to see you! Visit our Facebook page under Sandusky County Horseman’s Council for up-to-date information. Give your horse a hug thank God for what we have, life is good! ~Marla Sidell STARK While all events and group rides have been canceled for a while, our members have been able to get out and enjoy some of the warmer days we have had lately. Fundraisers have been limited but, two of our members Ron and Joyce Wilson, donated 50 bales of hay for our chapter to use as a drawing. Ron grows wonderful hay that is weed-free. This will be first cut Timothy/Alfalfa Hay with only 150 tickets being sold at $5 each. The drawing will be held on July
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18 with July 8 being the cutoff date of ticket sales. Delivery will be arranged with the winner and if it is within 20 miles of the Navarre area the delivery is free. Check our Facebook page and website for more information. This is a very difficult time for charitable organizations that rely on the public to help support their programs. We have been contacting our members for approval to donate to Whispering Grace Farms in the Massillon area, they offer horseback riding to Veterans. One thing you might not have thought about is that we are living through one of those great moments of history. It would be a good time to document what you are going through for future generations of what you are experiencing. Make a collection, scrapbook, or time capsule to keep. Pay attention to how you felt as you lived through this time. Also, remember that we can get through this time and things will eventually return to a more normal state. We have made it through wars, diseases, natural disasters, and personal tragedies, we survived and became stronger. And we will again. Until next time, happy trails to you! ~Jo Ellen SUMMIT I just want to say hello to everyone out there and hope that you have dodged the bullet staying safe and in reasonably good health. All that anticipation of getting out and savoring the beauty of evolving spring landscapes ground to a halt with events none of us could have anticipated. To coin a phrase, I was chomping at the bit to get the trailer out of storage, shoes on my horse and hit the trails the first week of March. Then, the ugly reality of the COVID-19 Virus reared its head and spread fear across the country. Governor DeWine took action by mandating a stay at home order in early March which has continued is lessening degrees until the end of May, so far. Two months at home in lock down seemed more like house arrest minus the ankle bracelet especially when your sole company is a cat who plays fetch like a dog and only converses in Siamese. The trailer remains in storage because the majority of our horse trails are being overrun by the general public seeking June 2020
County Lines to escape the confines of their homes too. Malls, restaurants, bars, schools or jobs no longer absorb the public’s time. They turn to nature to look for solace, a contemplative space, or just turning the kids loose for a run and secretly praying they may get lost for even a little while. While riders are more than willing to share the trails, most others are oblivious to trail etiquette or safety let alone social distancing around horses. Kids dart about like fire flies, bike riders think they are doing the Tour deFrance, and still others think they train for Iron Man Competition by dragging tires behind them (no lie). This is the frightening new norm our horses will encounter. Horse trailer parking has now become a competitive sport worthy of Olympic Game’s consideration. Our spots have been commandeered for the common good. Signs designating the areas are blissfully ignored so there is no way of knowing if space is available until arrival. Considering it takes time for some of us to pick up our horses and drive an additional 30-60 minutes to get to local trails, the prospect of having to turn around and try another day is hardly worth the effort or expense even with cheaper gas prices. If you are lucky enough to secure a spot, don’t assume that you won’t be blocked in and able to leave when you want. The average driver never thinks about needing to open a truck tail gate at a store parking lot let alone providing assured distance to open your horse trailer doors then threading a truck and trailer through a mine field of hazardly parked vehicles. Our local parks systems have had to lay off rangers and personnel due to budget cuts so any authority figure to enforce policy is unlikely. Trail riders are a hardy and flexible group but this is going to take every bit of wit and patience to get through this for however long it lasts. But, look on the bright side of things, Lyme disease and West Nile Virus don’t look nearly as scary as they used to. Stay safe and go armed with a good sense of humor and some common sense. Someone has to and it might as well be you; so stay safe to ride another day. ~Joann Ulichney WARREN As of my writing this, it’s unknown if the June camp out June 2020
Brumby Mel.
The Great Tack Exchange announcer’s booth and promo booth. will happen. There is enough room there to camp and stay six feet from each other, but it’s hard to tell if the campground will be open at this point, and if it is, what the crowd recommendation will be. So keep an eye on our Facebook page for updates. I know a few of our members are still logging quite a few miles. I’ve seen quite a few updates on Facebook from Diane Colvin, Kris Greene, Glorya Hall and Belinda Snell. I’m sure there are others as well. I’m an essential worker still working five days a week, but one of these days I’ll get out on trail again. The Over the Hill Gang has not been able to have regular sessions, as it’s hard to get too many people together right now. But there have been a few mini-sessions, and amazingly enough, there haven’t been a huge number of trees down. Of course, we couldn’t have our usual Green Up Day, again due to gathering restrictions. According to Murphy’s Law I believe it was warm and mostly sunny that day, after being cold, windy, stormy the last five to six years. Our August work day should go on as planned, hopefully. We don’t meet in June, July or August anyway, so with any luck in September we’ll get back to our monthly meetings. Condolences to Roseanne Allen and Cathy Tyson, on the loss of Ken Allen (Roseanne’s husband and Cathy’s father). Our thoughts are with you both. Happy riding, and stay safe. ~Mickie WASHINGTON Hello Ohio horse enthusiasts! Washington County is excited to soon be back on the trails. As of this writing, we are beginning
is a partnership the Washington County OHC is proud to be a part of! Finally, we are anxious to have a club meeting again, and to have our awards banquet and ceremony where we celebrate another great year of riding and share the patches, plaques and buckles that come from it. We also enjoy the special award winners who have come off their horse or achieved a similar fate which we can revel in with a good chuckle! See you on the trail, I hope soon. Stay safe. ~Rita V. Schultheis WAYNE
Dorothy Pugh, 85 years. our trail work at Kinderhook trail head of the Wayne National Forest. We are still hopeful our major trail rebuild will happen this summer but, as with all things federal, it is wait and see. We celebrated the 85th birthday of one of our long-time members. Since we are still on lock down, it was a drive-by celebration parade for Dorothy Pugh. The rain held off so she was able to sit on her lawn and enjoy the sight and sounds. A total of 26 carloads of friends and family showed support and wished her a super happy birthday. Balloons galore, signs aplenty, and Brumby Mel showed up along with cards and gifts. I am sure Dorothy would want to say thank you to all who came that day and to those who made donations to her online fundraiser for the Alzheimer’s Association. The Washington County chapter has long supported the Children’s Miracle Network with a benefit ride. We are planning this year’s ride on June 6 at Salt Fork State Park. There is always great food, a benefit auction with great stuff donated by the Walmart of Marietta, and the trails and fellowship! This ride generally raises in the neighborhood of $7-10,000. A lot of folks work very hard to make this happen, and we would love to have you be a part of it. Josh Wagner (son of Don Wagner, Southeast Rep) is the manager of the Walmart in Marietta, and is the driving force behind this great event. It
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Quarantine didn’t stop the Wayne County OHC members from getting out in the parks and forests, all while appropriately social distancing of course! A work day was held at Mohican where we cleaned camp in the hope that soon the governor will let us all start camping again. A sign was put up on the new wood shed, which we and the Holmes County chapter donated to the Mohican State Forrest camp site. It is also filled to the top with lots of drying wood should we ever be able to have camp fires this year. A new highline was added to the back of the camp ground which Marline Smalley and Tom Bahl promptly dubbed ‘Sue’s Line’ because Jim and I frequently park there and I had made the ‘suggestion’ on numerous occasions that it sure would be nice to have a highline right there. Of course they hit a drain tile while digging the post hole. At least we know where it is and can snake it out to improve the drainage in camp. We teamed up with Cowboys for Jesus and had a work day where we put gravel around the mounting blocks as it was getting to be a muddy mess. We cut up a tree that had fallen across the South Blue trail and cleaned up branches around camp. It was great to see everyone even if we couldn’t eat together or sit around the camp fire. It is a good thing we all did that work as Saturday, May 2 there were 59 rigs at Mohican! Luckily the trails were pretty dry and when I rode Sunday, May 3 I didn’t see much damage from so much use, except for the ruts in the parking area. There were people there from Coshocton, Columbus and then parts north 65
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by Kristen Humble I recently learned that much like an athlete practicing free throws, you can train your brain to get better at feeling whichever emotion you practice the most. Lately, many of us have been practicing a variety of emotions that we might not want to get good at feeling. This month, despite the urge to practice focusing on the negative, I urge you to take notice of those little things about horses that make you feel joy.
10 HORSE THINGS THAT BRING YOU JOY 1. The night sounds you hear of a horse munching on hay picketed outside your trailer door. Sometimes you hear them pause or dunk a mouthful into their water and you get that overwhelming feeling of love for that animal...that’s joy. 2. Thinking of the memories of your first horse. I think about the freedom of loping my Morgan mare, Lady, across a field with my little chicken wing arms flapping to the three beat rhythm of her hooves...that’s joy. 3. Riding through that one spot in the woods where the green moss grows up the sides of cool rocks and the trees make a thick covering that almost feels like going to church...that’s joy. 4. The amazing network of people that you’ve met through your love of horses. Friends,
family, 4-H leaders, coworkers, show buddies, etc...but we all have one thing in common...our love of horses...that’s joy. 5. The smell of hard work. Whether that’s a freshly mowed hay field, a new bag of pine shavings, the scent of clean leather, or even horse sweat, all of those amazing smells...that’s joy. 6. Mastery of a skill. When a horse takes that first step in a partnership and you get that first little ‘give’ and you know you’ve got this...that’s joy. 7. Raising the next generation. Rehabbing a veteran, teaching a friend’s daughter how to ride, helping your neighbor’s kids earn their first dollar or watching your barrel horse transform into a gentle giant when he’s ponying a kid...that’s joy. 8. Watching a horse raise his head and curl his lip because you found that perfect spot on their
chest to scratch or having those big muffly lips nuzzling your fingers...that’s joy. 9. Looking into that soft,dark, brown eye and feeling that connection when no words need to be spoken. Unconditional love...that’s joy. 10. Being there for your horse through the good times and the bad. Making all the decisions and really doing right for that animal, even when making the ultimate decision of keeping a horse comfortable in old age or death. It’s an honorable thing to own a horse...that’s joy. In these challenging times I hope you find these moments of joy. There have been changes to our world and our club’s events, please check our website at www. mtra.org for future updates or any cancellations, buy in the meantime, train your brain to find your joy, enjoy life, and enjoy the ride!
County Lines to have some organized ride, drive events this summer but will have to wait for the ‘all clear’ on organized rides. Till next month, be safe and healthy. Hope to see you from a distance on the trails. ~Susan Baker WOOD
Brianna at Hinckley.
Kennedy on Koki at Silver Creek.
Taran on a swamp ride. in the state. Mohican is getting a lot of traffic because some of the southern parks, such as Hocking Hills and Wayne National Forest are closed to equestrians right now. Please be considerate of the grounds, the trails, our fellow equestrians and the hikers with whom we share the trails. 66
A nice benefit of the kids being out of school and no extracurricular sports teams is that the youth of the club are getting out to ride. Elsie Zuercher has been taking her grandchildren to Silver Creek and other trails. I have been taking my granddaughter, Brianna Ramsier, to Hinckley, Brecksville and Mohican. She already has 41 miles this year. Taran Tate is riding with us and his Mom, Heather Kinney at Mohican and in the Killbuck ‘Swamp’. They are our next generation of trail riders and workers. Even the older grandchildren were around this month as Bob Picklesmeir (Holmes County) and his grandson put up new tie lines at the lodge at Mohican. When you ride the green and orange trail over to the lodge you now have a safe place to tie up. Marilyn Conley and Pam Miller are getting out and about with their rigs on the country roads this spring. We hope to be able
Here in Northwest Ohio we are still very lucky to ride in small groups in our close wonderful parks. We have Edison Woods, Oak Openings, Van Buren and Alum Creek. We are very grateful for this, of course, there are no meetings, and no group gatherings of over 10. I think our people have been very good at keeping their groups small and keeping our distance from one another. Jon and Jim have remained vigilant in doing projects at Van Buren that can be done by just the two of them. They have reconstructed the mounting block in the day area and fortified the ground it sits on. They improved our stone hauler and Jon plans to get a few volunteers to paint a few of the rusting corral gates in our campground among other projects. I hope everyone else is doing the same as well and staying safe. Until we can camp together again. ~Barb Oberhaus
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Matt and Jo wave hi from Edison Woods.
Dawn says hi from Alum Creek.
My new store attire made by our own Deta Miller! June 2020
OHIO EQUINE INDUSTRY SURVEY AND RECOMMENDATIONS Introduction/Scope:
As Ohio begins to open up businesses and activities throughout the state, the equine industry has been largely overlooked. Ohio Department of Health directives have been interpreted differently by individual county departments thus creating a great deal of uncertainty in the equine business segment. The Horsemen’s Corral magazine, having direct contact with fifty equine organizations and venues, and in association with the Ohio Horseman’s Council conducted a survey to examine Economic Impact, Logistics and Plans for the industry to re-open. Additional information was gathered from several national breed and competitor associations, American Horse Council, Ohio Farm Bureau and the American Horse Publications.
Purpose/Goal:
To develop a set of guidelines in accordance with the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance, and acceptable to the Ohio Department of Health (ODH), to be used by equine organizations within the State of Ohio to begin conducting equine related events in a non-spectator environment. These events may include but are not limited to organized trail rides, barrel racing, dressage, jumping, cowboy mounted shooting, pole bending, roping, sorting, team penning, pleasure, equitation and the like; where the primary attendees are youth and adult competitors, trainers and immediate family of the competitor. Our goal is to have recommended guidelines in place by the Memorial Day weekend to decrease the economic impact and get Ohioans back on their horses.
Economic Impact:
Based on the average of several studies in the last few years, the equine industry in Ohio generates an estimated $2.2 billion dollars for the state. As much as 55% of that can be found in two categories of contestant and recreational riders. Those two groups, representing $1.2 billion of our economy include everything from children’s 4-H horseshows to trail riding and dressage to cowboy mounted shooting. For the purposes of this document, we refer to these as “contestant events”. In other words, events where the participants and immediate family represent the attendance. According to the direct survey we conducted within the State of Ohio, over $400 million dollars has been lost thus far and an estimated $200 million dollars more could be lost in the time period from Memorial weekend through the end of June if contestant events are not permitted to re-open.
Logistics:
Survey questions sent to clubs, associations and venues included whether or not the event is held indoors or out, size of the grounds, if overnight stays are typically required, number of contestants attending, arena size, if stalls are rented, size of the stalls and public restroom availability. Although the answers varied greatly, the averages clearly indicate the ability to manage social distancing. The following chart demonstrates what a typical contestant event may look like in the State of Ohio.
Although these numbers do not include events that may be held at Ohio State Park locations, they do include a cross section of Ohio fairgrounds and privately held venues. Key to the management of the contestant event is the size of the grounds utilized compared to the average number of contestants. This allows ample room for trailer parking, warm up and horse care.
Plan:
The final significant element to the survey conducted for contestant events was to ask respondents to share their ideas on managing an event while following CDC and ODH guidance. The responses were quite similar across the board and clearly laid out a foundation for allowing contestant events to take place in the Ohio. The following is a summary of recommendations from our survey.
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Recommended Guidelines for Equine Contestant Events: • Pre-Show: It is highly recommended that all events utilize some form of preshow registration. Where possible, registration should include the availability to pay fees in advance of the competition. Fees may include entry fees, trailer parking, stall reservations, etc. Registration in advance affords the event manager ample time to plan for contestants and mitigates risk for gathering at an entry table. Planning may include assigning parking, stalls, arrival times, warm up time, show time, etc. Consider closing bleachers or sectioning them off. It is further recommended to remind contestants of their individual responsibility to not attend if they are exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms, has tested positive for COVID-19 or has been in contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19. • Personnel: It is recommended that all event personnel wear facemasks when interacting with each other and contestants. Contests should be encouraged to do the same while on the grounds. Furthermore, no contestant should be penalized for wearing a facemask during competition if they so choose. • Cleaning: Event management should have a plan in place for cleaning and sanitizing common areas and “touch points” throughout the day. This should include door and gate handles, countertops, tables, restrooms, wash rack handles and hoses. Discourage public use or sharing of manure rakes, wheelbarrows, buckets. If an entry table or office is being used, build a frame to hold a plexi-glass divider between contestant and office personnel. • Arrival: Upon arrival, each contestant and family member entering the event should receive information regarding rules to follow while at the event. If parking, stalls, time slots have been assigned in advance, this is a good time to provide that information. • Trailer Parking: It is recommended that trailers maintain 20’ space on all sides. This will allow room for horse care and families to maintain sufficient distance should they choose to sit outside the trailer. Remind contestants however, that gathering at a trailer in groups of more than 10 is prohibited. • Signage/Announcements: Event management should display signage with reminders for social distancing, hand washing and sanitizing. Announcements of the same should be made throughout the competition. If running an event utilizing time slots, announcements should be made periodically as to where the arena is in the go order or what class they are on. If venue speaker system does not provide coverage in trailer or stall areas, event planners should consider using a low frequency FM transmitter to reach those areas. • Hand Sanitizer Stations: Hand sanitization stations with access to soap and water or alcohol based hand sanitizer should be located throughout the event grounds and provided to contestants, officials, ring crew, office staff and maintenance staff. • Barn/Stall Area: Manage the flow of contestants and horses by directing traffic one way. Grooming, should be done in the stall rather than in the aisle to allow proper social distancing. Wash racks may be reserved with specific time slots to minimize congestion. • Arena: Determine a safe number of horses allowed to show together based on the size of the arena providing enough room to “line up” while maintaining proper distance. Judges and Stewards should wear a mask while inspecting the horse. Use cones or other markers on the ground to delineate distance while staging and entering the arena. Use separate entry and exit gates whenever possible. Do not allow competitors to gather on the rail to watch the class. Consider utilizing technology for information transfer to lessen the risk of virus spread through the transfer of paper (i.e. judge’s cards, scoresheets, etc.). • Awards: As with pre-registration, payouts should be done electronically when possible. Checks and ribbons may be mailed or placed in an envelope on a table to avoid physical contact. Larger awards should be given in a specific area where the potential for gathering is less likely. Discourage group photos of anyone not in the immediate family.
Conclusion:
Ultimately it is the responsibility of the contestant and their family members to maintain social distancing and safety. From training a 1000 pound animal to driving a pickup truck with a thirty foot trailer attached they have experience in managing themselves and looking out for others. They enter events of their own free will and are perfectly capable of working within a set of guidelines to get back into the arena but they need a clear understanding of those guidelines. In a recent study for the CONI (Italian Ministry of Sport and the Italian Committee), the University of Turin calculated the possibility of spreading Covid-19 for each sport during competition. The study concluded individual equestrian sports had “almost non-existing risk” for spreading the virus. Certainly, 200 people on a fifty acre equine facility represents less risk than 100 people at the local grocery store. It’s time for Ohio to saddle up and support the Ohio Equine Industry.
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