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2012 MQHA Trainer Sale features new format!

What is it? MQHA requests trainers to participate in their trainer sale. Any proceeds from the trainer sale are used to cover the added money for the 2012 Michigan Quarter Horse Breeders' Futurity.

What does the trainer receive? Trainers receive exposure for their business through advertising that the MQHA does offering the trainer's services. Trainers receive the satisfaction of knowing that their service is being used to fund the prestigious Breeders' Futurity purses. This may be eligible as a business expense for tax purposes; consult your tax advisor for further information. In addition, any trainer who donates gets a free MQHA membership for the year.

What does the buyer receive? The buyer gets an immediate $150 value! The buyer

pays $350 for a gift certificate worth $500.

The $500 gift certificate is then given to the trainer to be used toward the cost of board and/or training.

How many are available? There is one gift certificate available for each of the trainers who have donated their services. They are available on a first come, first served basis.

I want to buy! How do I do it? Contact the MQHA office and determine if the trainer is still available. If so, the MQHA office staff will “hold” the trainer for you for up to 7 days. A check needs to be sent to the MQHA office.

Once the check is received, the MQHA office will mail the certificate out to you, the buyer.

The trainer will also be notified at this time that they are “sold”. If the check is not received within the 7 days, the trainer will be

made available again. Due to credit card fees charged, MQHA will not accept credit card payments for this transaction.

As a buyer, what do I need to do? If you are the successful buyer of one of the gift certificates, you need to contact the trainer directly and make arrangements for your horse. Remember that the certificate is worth $500 and the buyer is responsible for paying the trainer any outstanding balance on the account.

As a trainer, what do I need to do? Once your training service has been “sold” through MQHA, the MQHA office will notify you.

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MQHABoardMembers 2012 MQHA OFFICERS

2012 BOARD MEMBERS

Trish Steele President 3630 N. Eastman Road Midland, MI 48642 989-835-7437 989-615-3933 cell giddiupcowboy@hotmail.com

Ivy Spring Allen PO Box 418 Stockbridge, MI 49285 734-385-6638 734-330-0798 cell Eperry02@yahoo.com

Karen Waite Vice President 1400 Woodbine Ave. Lansing, MI 48910 517-372-4437 517-331-3681 karen.waite321@gmail.com Jennifer Goss Past President 5437 South Corey Road Perry, MI 48872 248-231-2353 Jennifer_goss@hotmail.com Kristie Woroniecki Secretary/Treasurer PO Box 278 Greenville, MI 48838 616-225-8211 616-225-8313 fax mqha@hotmail.com

AQHA DIRECTORS Chris Baldwin AQHA DIRECTOR 2215 N. Sheridan Road Stanton, MI 48888 989-831-4887 989-944-3212 cell cbqh@frontier.com Kelly Chapman AQHA DIRECTOR 15665 Dunn Road Bellevue, MI 49021 269-962-6476 269-209-6269 cell kellychapman1@hotmail.com

Cindy Austin 787 Cornell Rd. Coldwater, MI 49036 517-639-8350 Caustin5557@yahoo.com Kim Chiodo 491 S. Summerton Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 989-854-8091 kchiodo@kaplowinsurance.com Kathy Christensen 4470 84th St. Caledonia, MI 49316 616-291-3784 616-891-5618 fax kathy.christensen@henryschein.com Kathy.christensen64@gmail.com

Charles Closser 6975 14 Mile Rd Cedar Springs, MI 49319 616-696-8549 616-293-5749 cell 616-696-8552 fax charlesclosser@yahoo.com Wendy Cook 11771 US 223 Onsted, MI 49265 517-425-0740 Bodaciouscowgirl@yahoo.com Warren English Jr. 213 S. Nottawa Street Sturgis, MI 49091 269-659-5943 269-506-5688 cell warren@englishins.com

Megan Hirschman 2576 South State Road Ithaca, MI 48847 989-875-3355 989-330-1265 cell Hirschm8@msu.edu

Ken Mumy 3857 Winding Pine Metamora, MI 48455 810-678-2479 810-813-6415 cell feamgt@aol.com

Mackenzie Kastl 313 Grace Ct. Hope, MI 48628 989-689-3404 989-859-8643 cell mkastl@bolgerandbattle.com

Tom Powers 9675 Alden Nash Ave. Alto, MI 49302 616-868-0333 616-262-2836 cell tomcpowers@aol.com

Julie Leek 5095 Casey Road Dryden, MI 48428 810-796-2828 810-343-0266 cell kidclusified@yahoo.com

Jody Prime 5587 Station Road Blissfield, MI 49228 517-499-6168 517-499-6166 primequartersllc@hotmail.com

George McCrumb 10930 Francis Road DeWitt, MI 48820 517-626-6116 517-285-0914 cell gwmccrumb@aol.com

Mary Robertson 5554 Saline Ann Arbor Rd. Saline, MI 48176 734-429-1979 734-216-6666 cell mary@maryrobertson.com

Ted Meyer 3979 E. 32nd Road Cadillac, MI 49601 231-775-8968 231-468-9322 cell Ymeyer3979@hughes.net

Tiffany Weitzel 25122 D. Drive S. Homer, MI 49245 517-629-8672 517-206-1986 cell tiffyree@yahoo.com

Monty Montgomery 113 W. Sprague Homer, MI 49245 517-610-7934 269-830-7932 cell bayhushorses@yahoo.com Jacque Moody 10415 M-106 Munith, MI 49259 517-596-2900 248-207-3800 cell jacquelin.moody@lpl.com

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BoardMinutes MICHIGAN QUARTER HORSE ASSOCIATION Meeting of the Board of Directors April 17, 2012 President Trish Steele called a meeting of the MQHA Board of Directors to order at 7:10 p.m. at the MSU Pavilion, classroom A, East Lansing, MI. The following Directors and staff were present: Kim Chiodo, Kathy Christensen, Charlie Closser, Megan Hirschman, Monty Montgomery, Jacque Moody, Tom Powers, Jody Prime, Mary Robertson, Trish Steele, Karen Waite, Tiffany Weitzel, and Kristie Woroniecki. Also present for the meeting was National Director Kelly Chapman. Excused were: Ivy Allen, Cindy Austin, Wendy Cook, Warren English, MacKenzie Kastl, Julie Leek, George McCrumb, Ted Meyer and Morgan Warda.

AGENDA: Kathy Christensen made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Kim Chiodo seconded the motion. Motion passed with none opposed.

MINUTES: Kim Chiodo made a motion to accept the March 13, 2012 Board of Directors minutes. Kathy Christensen seconded the motion. Motion passed with none opposed.

REVIEW OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS: Kristie Woroniecki presented the financial statement for the period ending March 31, 2012. The total assets of the Association as of March 31, 2012 are listed at $262,513.48; the total liabilities at $150,821.80, and the total members' equity is listed at $111,691.68. The net income as of the end of March is listed at $26,144.95 compared to $12,023.24 for the same period in 2011.

Jacque Moody made a motion to approve the March, 2012 financial statement. Tom Powers seconded the motion. Motion passed with none opposed.

Warren English submitted a report via email: The financials as you have seen are in very good shape as of the end of March. I would note that the difference is that in 2011 we had bad weather for the first two shows and this year we had very good weather. Food for thought, if we are ever able to move to a facility that has a covered work pen!! Also just for your info 80x100 14ft tall covered arena costs less than 100,000.00!! We had a CD come up for renewal but the rate was so low that it didn't make sense to tie this money up. We are going to put into the savings account until we have a better alternative. Also, I will be meeting with our accountant/bookkeeper this month to review the 2011 year if you have any questions for her please email me.

TREASURER'S REPORT: The check detail report for March for the general checking accounts was presented to the Board by Kristie Woroniecki. After review, Tom Powers made a motion to accept the report as presented.

Megan Hirschman seconded the motion. Motion passed with none opposed. Kristie then presented the accounts payable and receivable reports. Kristie explained that there is one receivables account for $50 that is quite overdue. Kristie has made several attempts to collect this. The board discussed the debt and agreed that if it was not taken care of soon, the debt would be written off.

Megan Hirschman made a motion to accept the report and Kathy Christensen seconded the motion. Motion passed with none opposed.

PRESIDENT'S REPORT: President Trish Steele stated that as follow up from last meeting with respect to the performance review for the Executive Secretary/ Treasurer, the data has been tabulated and analyzed.

Three goals have been put together for discussion during the review. The President, Vice President and Finance Director will have a conference call with Kris to discuss the goals, add to the goals and address the comments.

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The feedback was good. Trish would like to confirm these goals and move forward on the progress of them.

Look for confirmation by the sub-committee during the next meeting. With respect to the Journal Editor Contract, the final version of the contract was sent out to the Directors in a separate email from the MQHA office earlier in the week. There is now new language regarding copyright issues. There has been improvement to the existing language thanks to Tracey Dinehart, MQHA Legal Counsel. The document is ready for signature unless there are any concerns or comments by the Board. Requests by Cindy were reviewed during this discussion. MQHA has agreed to pay her differently than the past Editor by paying a flat rate monthly, with reconciliation two times per year. The first issue was right on track with the rates discussed. A motion to adopt the new journal editor contract, which was reviewed by Tracie Dinehart, was made by Megan Hirschman. Kim Chiodo seconded the motion. Motion passed with none opposed.

Trish added that she had a great time visiting with everyone and helping at the Easter show. She thanked everyone for a great show. The show had great attendance, especially because it fell during spring break week. The weather was really nice and she enjoyed seeing many new faces.

VICE PRESIDENT'S REPORT: Vice President, Karen Waite stated that she wanted to echo Trish's comments about the Easter show. She thanked the committee for all their hard work. She stated that it was a great show and everyone seemed to enjoy it.

OFFICE REPORT: Kristie Woroniecki stated that she appreciated all of the hard work that the committee put forth for the Easter show.

NATIONAL DIRECTORS: Kelly Chapman presented the following National Director Convention Report. In regard to all official rule and policy changes discussed at the recent AQHA Convention, March 9-12 in Las Vegas, the AQHA Executive Committee meets this week in Amarillo, and will review all recommendations at that time. Once the final review occurs, we will pass on all information to the MQHA Board as we receive it.

Highlights include: Walt and Carolyn Bay's homebred Cold Cash 123 was named Champion AQHA racehorse for 2010. In Carolyn's acceptance speech, she talked about small breeders from her home state and across the country.

Show entries for 2010-2011. Michigan entries went from 24,439 in 2010 to 23,760 for a 2.78% decrease in entries. Ranges went from 48.89% decrease to a 124.40% increase, with Michigan ranking 28th in this comparative increase/decrease chart.

For 2011, Michigan held a total of 68 shows with an average of 349 entries. Nationally, 2,184 shows were held, with states averaging 44.57 shows with 335 entries per show.

New exhibitors in Michigan for 2008 – 115, 2009 – 117, 2010 – 105 and 2011 – 125 For Michigan, average entries per show in 2009 – 434, 2010 – 414, 2011 - 349 COMMITTEE REPORTS EASTER SHOW: Monty Montgomery thanked everyone who helped with the Easter show. He stated that the production literally took an army of people. He has reviewed the profit and loss statement and based on early numbers, the show did considerably better than last year. The committee was able to secure a major sponsorship from Schneider's Saddlery, improve and reduce the cost of the breakfast and pizza party. The

Committee also offered an art contest for a t-shirt design for the horse show that was very well received. The Board expressed their thanks for a job well done.

CONVENTION: Tiffany Weitzel stated that the Convention committee discussed moving the Convention to a different location due to concerns about the lack of room to expand. The Committee is concerned that a different venue will force the prices back up and limit the flexibility that the current hotel had. The University Quality Inn was well received and everyone really seemed to have a great time. Tiffany stated that if MQHA is able to sell out the hotel for Saturday night, we would have the option of setting additional dinner tables in the pool area and providing speakers in that area for overflow. Trish Steele stated that the potential Star Partner she is talking to is interested in providing a gift to those in attendance at the Convention.

FUNDRAISING: Megan Hirschman stated that all is pretty quiet right now, but if any of the Directors need help with fundraising, to let her know.

FUTURITY: Jacque Moody stated that the Committee has been brainstorming about how to increase attendance at the Futurity and bring some new excitement. During a Futurity meeting held in February, Kris suggested that we look into utilizing a great resource in horse sales, Tom Moore. She indicated that there might be something that could be done to offer a joint venture that would help both groups. Jim Evans jumped on the idea and had an in-depth conversation with Tom Moore about the idea. The Futurity committee met several times in person as well as had discussion via email about the idea. The committee is happy to announce that an agreement has been made between the MQHA Futurity Committee and Southern MI Horse sales.

The entire concept is to partner with the Southern Michigan Horse Sales (Tom Moore) and provide a unique avenue to market horses by offering a 2 year old western pleasure class at the 2013 futurity with a guaranteed purse of $5000 for the 1st place horse to be provided by SMHS and MQHA. SMHS would provide a special session in the November 2012 auction for yearlings and a special session in the February 2013 sale for 2 year olds. This special session would require an additional nomination fee which would go toward the purse. The Futurity committee would be responsible for coming up with $2500 toward the added money. This money will be covered by retaining 20% of the nomination fees, expected stall sale revenue and sponsorships. Based on 20 entries from both the November and February sales, this $2500 is very attainable. The committee and SMHS are excited to start promoting this new event and we are looking for great things down the road with it.

Jacque also said that she would like to sit down with Kris and compare the numbers between the Easter show and the Great Lakes Classic and see where the primary differences are and what can be done to get the entry numbers up. Jacque also stated that all 80 of the MSBA slots have been sold for the first time, so that is a really encouraging sign.

HALL OF FAME: The design of the Hall of Fame pin was discussed and Mary Robertson is going to talk to the jeweler who does the pins and get a quote on getting a new die made for them. Kristie said that she would get a quote locally as well for a comparison.

HARBOR CLASIC: The ad for the Harbor Classic needs to go into Gohorseshow.com soon. Kristie will check with Ted Meyer about specifically what he wants in the ad.

Kristie mentioned that the way the calendar sits this year, the Tom Powers Futurity will end on Sunday and the Harbor Classic will start on Tuesday with arrivals on........

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Monday. Tom said that he would forward information on the Harbor Classic to those on his email list about the benefits of heading north for a “horseshow vacation in Northern Michigan.” Tiffany and Kristie will work to get something put together.

INTRODUCTORY/NOVICE SHOW: Charlie Closser explained that a Montcalm County Fair board representative has expressed excitement that MQHA is coming to Greenville with a show. They have received our deposit for the weekend. Charlie shared that one judge and both clinicians have been hired. The showbill is complete. The shavings supplier has been contacted. MQHA wrote an AIM Grant for money to help support the event and we have been notified that we will be receiving money from this source.

JOURNAL: Trish stated that there was an increase in the number of advertisers in this issue based on the billing information. Also, the journal is now online and has been well received. Trish was asked if the online version has a counter on it. She will report back to the Board on this.

MEMBERSHIP/PUBLICITY: Kathy Christensen stated that as of today, MQHA has 831 members. During a recent membership meeting, the committee set a goal of 1000 members. The committee discussed ideas such as contacting open show venues, promoting the horseback riding program through a link on Facebook and utilizing magazines such as Saddle Up and Horse Circuit News. There was also discussion about reaching out to trail riding groups. Karen Waite was going to look into a MQHA blog. The committee also discussed attendance at horse expos. There were decisions made about how the booth would be manned in the future. Kathy also noted that currently MQHA has 981 friends on Facebook. Tiffany Weitzel stated that the committee sent out about 160 welcome letters to new MQHA members in January and February of this year. The letter included highlights of upcoming events.

MHC: Karen Waite stated that the Michigan Horse Council had their elections at the last meeting. Karen is also compiling the data from the survey and will have the results to share soon.

QUEEN: Kathy Christensen reported that she has three interview judges lined up. She also has commitments from five sponsors for queen items.

SHOW APPROVAL: There is still discussion going on about the one day Mount Pleasant show on August 4 that a group wants to hold. This show would be AQHA and MQHA approved provided that they fulfill their obligations for approval. Kristie will update the board once the process is complete.

STALLION SERVICE SALE: Kristie stated that there are currently 69 stallions sold with total sales of over $64,000 which is up $1800 from same time last year.

SUMMER SERIES: Jody Prime reported that the judges are hired, the announcer is hired. The committee is in need of help for the ring and the gate. She reminded the Directors that there are 120 stalls near the ring, 10 permanent stalls in the Delano and another 40 portable stalls that have been ordered. Anyone wanting to attend should get their stall reservations in soon. There will also be a NBHA District MI-05 sanctioned barrel and pole event on Monday afternoon, with the District adding $300 to their portion. Everyone involved seems very excited about this. The committee still needs to work on class awards and high points and Jody would welcome any suggestions.

YOUTH: Morgan Warda submitted this report to the MQHA office - At the Easter show the Youth handled a silent auction and a TV raffle. The silent auction brought in about $600 and the TV raffle brought in about $800. It was a busy show but we had a lot of participation. Thank you to the office crew, they helped keep us organized all weekend, it's always appreciated. The Youth also started the Harris saddle ticket sales as well. It was a favorite from the start, with a ton of interest. We will be selling those to benefit world show team until the Harbor Classic.

Wendy Cook added to the report by sending this: I just want to add that the letter of intent deadline was April 15th and we are hoping to get a count on that soon. Off subject just a bit, I want to report that I spotted a Easter Eggstravaganza T-Shirt walking down the midway at Equine Affaire over the weekend, and on someone I didn't recognize. Great job show committee!!

OLD BUSINESS: None NEW BUSINESS: None A motion to adjourn was made at 8:30 p.m. by unanimous consent without objection.

ELECTRONIC BOARD CORRESPONDENCE: MQHA rules now allow for electronic voting when necessary. Any information voted on electronically between meetings will be recorded on the next set of minutes in this section.

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Youth Spotlight Back by popular demand!

Kristen Schramm is an 18 y e a r- o l d f r o m L o w e l l , Michigan that competes in Novice Youth and Youth 14-18 events at the MQHA shows.

Although she has always had a passion for horses, Kristen did not begin riding until the age of 13. A year later, she began competing in 4-H and open shows. In addition to horses, Kristen has shown pigs, sheep, ducks, and dairy feeder calves. Starting in seventh grade, she also competed for Lowell’s middle and high school equestrian teams, making it to the State Championships three times and serving as a captain during her senior year.

Kristen has been a member of the MQHA for three years.

During this time, she has shown her 2006 mare, A Unique Affair (aka Abby).

Starting out as only a hunter under saddle horse, Kristen and Abby have developed into quite the all-around team, currently reserve for the Novice Youth year-end highpoint. Last year the pair

qualified for the AQHYA World Show in trail, showmanship, and equitation and made the semi-finals in novice youth equitation at the All American Quar ter Horse Congress.

Kristen’s favorite class with Abby is trail because of the challenge it presents for both horse and rider.

This year has been especially tough for Kristen after getting into a car accident in February, and suffering severe injuries to her head and neck. Although she is on the r o a d t o r e c o v e r y, s h e continues to suffer from memory loss, dizziness, weak neck muscles, and vision problems. This has made showing a struggle, but Kristen is determined to chase her horse show-dreams.

As this is her final year as a youth, Kristen will sadly be offering Abby for sale at the end of this year to focus on her education. Kristen will be transferring from Grand Rapids Community College to Grand Valley State University to study Pre-Med. We wish Kristen continued success in the show pen and in her studies!

Written by Aubrey Videtich, MQHA Youth Reporter

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Polishing Showring Perfromance Written by Janeen S. DeBoard, Green Grass Syndicated Features There are riders who seem to have that extra “something” in the showring -- a presence, a polish -- that sets them apart from the crowd and nearly always lands them in the ribbons.

This polish comes not from having the most expensive horse or outfit or trainer, but from a scrupulous attention to detail during every step of the performance, something any rider can learn to do.

The following suggestions will provide a starting place, and with a little practice most riders will see an improvement in their own showring performances.

Knowing Your Terms. First, it's important that riders of show horses understand what is meant by "inside" and "outside". When the rider is on the rail, inside is always toward the center of the ring. Outside is always toward the rail. If the rider is performing figures somewhere in the center and is not following the rail, inside refers to the side toward which the horse is turning, or is flexed; outside is the side away from which the horse is turning or is flexed.

It is vital that all riders clearly understand these two terms so that there will be no confusion over requests to “pass on the inside,” “reverse to the outside,” and so on.

Ride The Rail. In the showring, the place to stay is on the rail unless actually passing another horse. Passing should always be done by steering to the inside. The rider should not be afraid of being covered up by a crowd of other horses while on the rail; if their riders are unable to keep them from bunching together in the center of the ring, this fact will not be lost on the judge. A judge will always see a winning performance on the rail but will not be impressed by a weaving, crowding rider who never approaches the rail.

Reversing. When the call comes to reverse, most riders halt. Then they slowly and cautiously face their horses toward the rail, make a creeping turn on the forehand, and then, after some readjustment, move off as requested. This kind of reverse, with the rider inching the horse around as though she were afraid of losing control and then having to set him up all over again before she can continue, is a jarring interruption of an otherwise good performance.

Far better is to make a controlled half-circle toward the center of the ring and then angle straight back to the rail. The rider can do this www.MIQuarterHorse.com

quickly and smoothly without any break in the performance or loss of collection, and can be putting on a show while the rest of the class is still working its way around. A reverse should be an extremely simple move that requires no obvious effort or readjustment from a properly trained horse and rider.

Rider’s Form. Some riders feel that they need not worry about their own form when showing in pleasure classes, since the rider’s performance is specifically judged only in equitation classes. But the polished rider knows that her own best form will set off any pleasure horse to perfection, creating an elegant picture of a smooth, secure horse and rider who could go on for miles without any strain. The rider who is careless of her own position makes it look like riding her horse is not very comfortable and requires a lot of work.

Lemons Into Lemonade. If a horse misbehaves in a pleasure class, there is little chance of his getting a ribbon, but in an equitation class this is not necessarily the case. If the misbehavior is something like sudden shying, or even kicking at another horse -- things that are not the fault of the rider -- the rider can actually use the incident to her advantage by showing how well she can handle it. It should be remembered that the word equitation means “horsemanship,” and horsemanship means an ability to control the horse in all situations.

Standing Square. In the lineup, it is vital that the horse stand squarely on all four feet. Few riders understand how to produce a square halt; instead, the horse is walked casually into the lineup and stopped, and then the rider attempts to square him up by tediously moving him back and forth a step at a time and leaning over to see if he’s got it right yet.

A square stance in the lineup is not something taught to the horse like a circus trick. It is the natural result of a collected horse being firmly halted by a rider who sits very straight in the saddle, driving the horse forward with her legs and back, and then releases the rein and leg pressure. This causes the horse to stop all at once with his weight evenly distributed on all four legs, instead of just drifting into a standstill in any old stance.

Learning the square halt takes time and practice, but is the perfect cap to the polished showring performance. If the horse is being shown in a saddle seat class, the rider will halt him square as described above and then ask him to “park out” or “stretch” a single step by tapping his elbow with her toe or quietly tapping his front leg with the whip.

Backing. The key to successful backing lies in the preparation. While waiting in the lineup, the rider will pick out some stationary object directly in front of her -- a fence post, a tree, a sign or a parked car -- and use it as a guide when the judge asks her to back.

When the request comes, the rider will first make certain that the horse is awake and listening to her and is prepared for backing. A dozing horse that is suddenly dragged backwards always looks poorly trained, whether he actually is or not.

Once she has gained the horse’s attention by sitting up straight, touching her legs to his sides and lifting the reins slightly, the rider will back the horse straight away from the object she has picked out and then immediately walk him forward into a square halt at his exact same place in the lineup.

If the horse is standing stretched, he should be walked forward one step to bring him out of the stretch before he is backed, walked forward again into a square halt, and then stretched one step as before.

Western riders are usually expected to back up a half-dozen or more steps, while for hunt seat and saddle seat riders three to four steps is adequate.

More Terms. The competent showring rider will also know the meaning of the terms “rail to the right” and “rail to the left.” After the lineup the judge may select some horses to return to the rail for additional work, and in an equitation class riders may be called out for individual testing. Too often even good riders have no idea what this command means and are left embarrassed and confused at a critical moment during the class.

“Rail to the left” means that the rider is turning to the left as she follows the rail; the rider’s left side will be nearest the center of the ring. “Rail to the right,” means that the rider is turning to the right as she follows the rail.

Details Count. All of these suggestions are safe, simple things that any rider can practice at home. Whenever two or more riders get together, they can hold “classes” in the schooling ring of their home barn or boarding stable and get some excellent preparation for the real thing. In today’s extremely competitive showrings, it’s the little things that count, and close attention to detail can make all the difference.

Janeen DeBoard is an accomplished rider, trainer, and instructor and has written for numerous national and regional horse magazines. She also writes historical romance novels under the name of Janeen O’Kerry. A former Ohioan, Janeen now lives in Arizona.

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MQHYA

2012 World Show Team Hi, my name is Karlee Cassiday. I am 17 years old and I am a senior at Beaverton High School. This will be my first year competing at the World Show. I am honored to have the oppor tunity to represent the Michigan Youth World Team with my horse. I am also nationally qualified in Trail with my mare, Don’t Need a Mirror, aka Dottie. When I am not showing, I spend my time relaxing, hanging out with friends, reading, and enjoying time with my other animals. I would like to thank my trainer, Christa Baldwin for helping me and Dottie get to where we are today.

Without her motivation and high expectations, I don’t know where I would be. I would also like to thank my mom Terri, my dad David and my brother Lucas for always being there for me and supporting my dreams. I wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for my friends and family!

Good luck to everyone this year at the World show!

Karlee Cassiday In order to succeed, your desire for success should be greater than your fear of failure.

Bill Cosby

My name is Gretchen Inman and I will be a junior this fall at Sturgis High School in Sturgis, MI. This year’s World Show will be my second trip to Oklahoma representing Michigan and competing in over fences and jumping events. I have been riding Skylar for the past two years and we have been growing together as a team with the help of my trainer, David Warner.

Outside of horses, I like to play tennis, water sports, boating and hanging with friends. I want to thank my parents, Kurt and Marcia for their support and encouragement. I am really looking forward to the World Show, seeing some old friends and making some new ones.

Gretchen Inman Hi, my name is Katerina Mendel. I just finished my junior year in high school. I started showing on the Quarter Horse circuit when I was twelve, and I have loved showing ever since. This is my first time going to the Youth World Show with “Willys On The Green,” aka “Indy.” He is my new four year old gelding. “Indy” and I are excited to be nationally qualified in Hunter Under Saddle, and we also look for ward to competing in Showmanship and Hunt Seat Equitation. A big thanks to my parents for supporting me, and to my trainer, Rose Sheffer.

Katerina Mendel www.MIQuarterHorse.com

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Hi, my name is Ashlynn Balmer. I just turned nineteen and attend the University of Phoenix, where I am taking my general education classes until I know what I want to study. I graduated in 2011 from Lapeer West High School and Lapeer County Vocational School, where I took two years of Culinary Arts.

I show my twelve year old horse, Natural Traveler, aka Carl. We work very hard at what we do, we try to ride almost every day. Outside of showing and riding, I waitress at a local restaurant so I can pay for my show clothes and other show expenses. I have to thank my mom and dad, Colleen and Dugan Balmer; if it were not for them, I wouldn’t be where I am today. They have taught me everything I know. They started teaching me to ride when I was a year old and I started showing in lead line at the age of three. Carl and I are very excited to be on the team this year!

I will also be representing Michigan in the speech contest.

Public speaking is something I love almost as much as horses. Last year I competed in SkillsUSA in a demonstrative speech contest, where I received a Gold Medal at both Regionals and State. From there I went to Nationals in Kansas City, Missouri, where I received a Silver Medal.

This is a very exciting experience, good luck to everyone!

Ashlynn Balmer Hi, my name is Rebecca Hurst. I am 15 years old and live in Riga, MI. I am a freshman and online-educated through James Madison Academy. This year, I will be showing “The Big Blue Yonder,” aka “Biggie.” Although I have been riding and showing for as long as I can remember, I have actually only been showing Quarter Horses for the past three years. In 2009 I represented the Michigan NYATT team in Hunter Under Saddle, so this year, “Biggie” and I are thrilled to represent the Michigan Youth World Team in the jumping events. When I am not riding, or doing schoolwork, I enjoy snowboarding and hanging out with my friends and family. I want to wish everyone a safe and fun world show. Good luck in Oklahoma!

Rebecca Hurst www.MIQuarterHorse.com

Hello, my name is Michelle McDowell. I am 17 years old and a junior at Wayland Union High School. I play the viola in the school orchestra, am a NHS member (4.0 GPA), am active in a 4-H club and ride for my high school equestrian team. I am currently showing a bay mare named “MillionDollarDetails,” aka “Paris.” I am excited to see where this first year showing together will take us. Thanks to my trainer, Heather Brower, who is helping us achieve our goals with “Paris.” Also, I would like to thank my parents for supporting me and giving me this once in a lifetime opportunity to own a horse as amazing as “Paris.”

Michelle McDowell

Hello! I’m Kodi LynnAnn O’Boyle and I live in St. Louis, MI, with my parents Thad and Kim, and my sister Taylor. I am thirteen years old and this will be my fifth trip to the Youth World Show. I am currently showing two horses, one is my ten-year sorrel gelding “You Shock Me,” aka “Little Foot” (from the movie Land Before Time). I am Nationally qualified in Youth Performance Geldings and Trail, and State qualified in Showmanship and Horsemanship with Little Foot. My second horse is a four-year black gelding “Oops I Am Good,” aka “Hudson” (from the Hudson Hornet in the car movie). I am nationally qualified in Youth Performance Geldings, Showmanship, Hunter Under Saddle, and Trail. Currently I am a board member for the MQHYA, as well as on the board for the MI Great Lakes Quarter Horse Youth Association. I am the head chairperson for the scrapbook, which is an event at the Youth World show, where in the last three years we have won twice and placed second. This year I am participating in track.

I enjoy running the short distance and the running long jump.

If I am not riding my horses, I like to watch movies, read or go swimming. I would like to thank the following people for their love and support: my parents, my sister, Diane Troyer my vet, my grandparents and all of my horse show friends. I am really looking forward to the World Show this year and I wish you all Good Luck in Oklahoma!

Kodi O’Boyle MQHA Journal • July/August 2012 • 14

Hi, my name is Grace DeGelder. I am currently a sophomore at Rockford High School. I ride my horse, Pepper, at Rivendell Stables in Clarksville, MI. I was on my school’s junior equestrian team from sixth to eighth grade, and I have been on my high school equestrian team since my freshman year. I have been in 4-H since I was seven years old showing pigs, goats, dogs and horses. I have been showing in the hunter circuit since I was eight. My absolute favorite thing to do with my horse is jump. I love being able to feel the raw power and grace of my horse while we fly through the air.

After I graduate from Rockford, I hope to attend Michigan State University. I want to get my business degree there, and then go on to get my x-ray license. I would then like to take over my mom’s company, Achieving Quality Imaging, which trains and certifies x-ray technicians and radiologists to perform mammograms. I hope to eventually take the company international.

Hello, my name is Madison Thiel. I am 14 years old and I live in Dublin, Ohio. I train with Beckey Schooler. I just got a new horse and her name is “KM Sudden Lil Zip.” We call her Jackie O. She is a three year old black mare by RL Best Of Sudden. Right now she does Western Pleasure, which is what I hope to show at the World Show. I want to teach her how to do Showmanship, Horsemanship and Trail also as she gets a little older. I attend Dublin Coffman High School. I am a freshman this year. I am part of the theater department, I play softball and I’m involved with my church. I am very excited about going to the 2012 Youth World Show!

Madison Thiel

Grace DeGelder

Hi, I’m Sydney Anson. I’m 17 years old and will be a senior at Carleton Airport High School this fall. I live with my parents, Ron and Kelly, and my two brothers, Josh and Jake. I started riding at age 3, and competing at open shows at 7. My AQHA career started about 4 years ago when I took my allaround horse “Hotzoddin With Zbest” to Beckey Schooler. This year I am showing “Debonair Deluxe MM” in Performance Halter Geldings, Equitation and Hunter Under Saddle. I will also be showing “RL Sudden Touch” in Showmanship, Equitation and Horsemanship.

I would like to wish everyone good luck in Oklahoma City!

Sydney Anson

Hello. My name is Caleb Bailie. I am an 18 year old graduate from Manchester High School. This fall I will be attending Michigan State University, where I am enrolled in the residential science college, Lyman Briggs.

This is my third year competing at the World Show. My teammate this year is “Invitation To Boot,” aka “Booty.” We are nationally qualified in performance halter mares, trail, horsemanship and western pleasure. I am extremely honored to have this opportunity to represent the Michigan Youth World Team with my horse again this year. When I am not showing, I spend my time snowboarding, going to the movies, and hanging out with my friends. I would like to thank my trainer, Beckey Schooler, for helping me to further improve my skills and attain my goals. Most importantly, I would like to thank my parents, Marc and Becky Bailie, for being beyond supportive and always doing whatever they can to ensure my success. Good luck to everyone this year at the World Show!

Caleb Bailey www.MIQuarterHorse.com

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Hi, my name is Bailey Armock. I am fourteen years old and currently attend Sparta Middle School.

I have been jumping for three years now.

This sport is a huge part of my life. It has taught me to be strong, mentally and physically, and to never give up on my horse or myself. My horse, Zippin Move V Star, better known as “Slick,” is willing to forgive my mistakes and give it everything he has during training and competition.

None of this would be possible without the support of my parents and my trainer, Suzanne Hilton. Suzanne has helped me to grow and improve in every aspect of my jumping and overall riding. I couldn’t ask for better parents, trainer or horse! Over the past few years, I have enjoyed attending AQHA shows in Michigan, Ohio, New York and Kentucky and look forward to attending future shows to keep improving and reaching my goals. Jumping is very important to me, but just spending time with my horse is the best part of this sport. He means the world to me and I depend on him as much as he depends on me. He’s like my other half. Outside of my love for horses, I enjoy playing basketball, hanging out with my friends and being an active member of the National Honor Society. In the future, I hope to go into the field of equine medicine at Michigan State University and keep my passion for horses alive in my daily life.

Bailey Armock Hi, I’m Stephen Erdman and I am 19 years old. I live in Whitehall, Michigan. I have been riding horses since I was 6 years old. I started showing when I was 12 years old in 4-H. I have shown through the years in 4-H and open shows. I am currently attending Grand Valley State University. I am on the Grand Valley Equestrian Team. I also show NRHA and have been doing reining for the last four years.

Stephen Erdman

My name is Jordan Elmore. I live in Hillsboro, Ohio, and I am currently finishing up my senior year at Hillsboro High School. I am a 2 year letterman for the girl’s golf team, secretary for the FFA Chapter, and a member of the student council. After high school, I plan to attend the University of Kentucky, majoring in Agribusiness and minoring in Marketing. I have shown horses since the age of 5, starting in 4-H. At the age of 11, I began showing at the Quarter Horse shows. I enjoy everything about showing and the opportunities it gives you.

Jordan Elmore Please get on an airplane or a horse, because it's pretty spectacular.

Kelly Ripa My name is Morgan McCarthy Warda and I am president of the MQHYA. I have been a member of the board of directors for six years and have previously served as reporter, secretary, vice president and president. I am 18 years old and will be a sophomore at the University of Michigan in the fall. This will be my last year competing at the youth world championships. My partner, “Mea Major Mito” and I are nationally qualified in showmanship, hunt seat equitation and horsemanship. I want to thank the MQHA and MQHYA for the opportunity to be a part of such an incredible association. The friends that I have made and the experiences that we have shared will always be treasured. I know that I will continue to participate beyond my youth years and encourage everyone to get involved in our association. It is very rewarding and our strength is in our membership.

I want to thank my mom, dad, and brother Chandler for all their support and encouragement. My mom has been my trainer, she has inspired me to set goals and let nothing stop me from reaching them, she has dried my tears and always made me laugh! And of course, my buddy Wilson, for teaching me what it takes to be a “real” team. We’ve spent our entire youth together and I can’t imagine it any other way.

I love and appreciate each of you so much!

I wish all of our team members the best of luck in Oklahoma City this year, safe travels, and remember to enjoy the ride!

Morgan McCarthy Warda www.MIQuarterHorse.com

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Hello, I’m Kaitlyn Wilson. I am fifteen years old and a freshman at Pittsford High School through the K12 online virtual program. I live with my mom on the family farm in Hillsdale, Michigan.

This is my four th year showing the Quarter Horse circuit and I show “Hes Suddenly Handsom” aka “Handsome.” Under the guidance of Beckey Schooler, this will be our second AQHYA Youth World Show together. I am nationally qualified in Youth Performance Geldings, Youth Hunter Under Saddle and Showmanship. I am most excited about adding two events this year horsemanship and trail are my favorite classes. When I am not showing horses, I like to swim, sing, laugh and hang out with family and friends. In 2011 Handsome and I were blessed with winning 4 year end honor roll titles including AQHA Limited Rider Youth Hunter Under Saddle. I can hardly wait to get to OKC to see all my friends that I only get to see when we travel to “big shows.”

Good luck to everyone and see you soon!!

Kaitlyn Wilson

Best Wishes also to...

Cassidy Jensen, Madison Jensen, Ben Shank & Elizabeth Shank

Good Luck in Oklahoma! www.MIQuarterHorse.com

Don’t aim for success if you want it; just do what you love and believe in, and it will come naturally.

David Frost

My name is Elizabeth Wuopio and I’ve been riding for over four years. I train at Rivendell Stables with the best trainer in the world, Suzanne Hilton.

She is a very experienced rider and teacher, and I could not imagine training with anyone else. Suzanne has taught me everything I know about horses and riding. My horse’s show name is “Innovated Invite” and his barn name is “Kruz.” He is a 17 hand black gelding out of Innovation Only. “Kruz” just turned seven and I have owned him for over two years. “Kruz” is the best horse I could ever ask for; he loves horse shows, and always puts his ‘game face’ on when he steps into the show ring.

I started showing in AQHA circuits the summer after I got “Kruz.” I remember my first Quarter Horse show we went to. It was an indoor show in New York, it was his first indoor show, and he acted like he had been doing it for years. He did not care what any of the jumps looked like and he went around the course like a pro. At that show I realized “Kruz” was going to be a great horse to finish up my youth years with. Through the last couple of years he has helped me win many ribbons in the local circuits and Quarter Horse circuits. We have many end of the year Reserve Champion awards from local circuits. But, our biggest accomplishment of the 2011 show year was winning 9th place in Youth Hunter Hack at The Quarter Horse Congress. He is the best partner I could ever have, so I cannot wait to show him at the World Show this year!

Elizabeth Wuopio If a poet knows more about a horse than he does about heaven, he might better stick to the horse, and some day the horse may carry him into heaven.

Charles Ives MQHA Journal • July/August 2012 • 17

MQHA Breeders Futurity & Great Lakes Classic 4 AQHA Shows!

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MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI

September 13-16, 2012 Thursday & Friday Judges: Clint Fullerton, Kim Myers & Mike Hay Saturday & Sunday Judges: April Devitt, Debbie Kail & Tanya Green

Exhibitor Party Saturday Evening

PAY $150 FOR UNLIMITED AQHA CLASSES! (one horse) 7:00 a.m. Arena Closed for prep & warm-up 8:00 a.m. - Thursday, September 13 1.

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MQHA Breeders Futurity & Great Lakes Classic 4 AQHA Shows!

AQHA/MQHA Approved

MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI

September 13-16, 2012 Thursday & Friday Judges: Clint Fullerton, Kim Myers & Mike Hay Saturday & Sunday Judges: April Devitt, Debbie Kail & Tanya Green

Exhibitor Party Saturday Evening

PAY $150 FOR UNLIMITED AQHA CLASSES! (one horse) 132. (F17) MQHBF Non Pro 2 & 3 YO HUS - $500 added 133. (904) Small Fry HUS 134. (4440) Youth HUS (18 & Under) 135. (3440) Novice Amateur HUS 136. (2448) Amateur Select HUS 137. (2440) Amateur HUS 138. (1442) Sr Hunter Under Saddle 139. (F22) MQHBF Non Pro 4 & Over HUS - $500 added 140. (905) Small Fry Equitation 141. (5527) Nov Yth 13 & Under Equitation 141a. (5528) Novice Yth 14-18 Equitation 142. (4520) Youth Equitation (18 & Under) 143. (3520) Novice Amateur Equitation 144. (2528) Amateur Select Equitation 145. (2520) Amateur Equitation 146. (1424) Green Western Pleasure 147. MSBA Green HUS Slot Class 148. MSBA Non Pro All Age WP Slot Class 8:00 a.m. - Sunday, September 16 149. (5127) Nov Yth 13 & U Showmanship 149a. (5128) Nov Yth 14-18 Showmanship 150. (4120) Youth Showmanship (18 & U) 151. (3120) Nov Amateur Showmanship 152. (2128) Amateur Select Showmanship 153. (2120) Amateur Showmanship 154. (900) Small Fry Showmanship 155. (1423) Two YO WP 156. (5427) Nov Youth 13 & Under WP 156a. (5428) Nov Youth 14-18 WP 157. (3420) Nov Amateur WP 158. (4420) Youth Western Pleasure 159. (1421) Junior Western Pleasure 160. (2428) Amateur Select WP 161. (2420) Amateur Western Pleasure 162. (901) Small Fry Western Pleasure 163. (1422) Senior Western Pleasure 164. MQHA Lead Line (8 & under) 165. (902) Small Fry Horsemanship 166. (5407) Nov Yth 13 & U Horsemanship 166a. (5408) Nov Yth 14-18 Horsemanship 167. (4400) Youth Horsemanship (18 & U) 168. (3400) Nov Amateur Horsemanship 169. (2408) Amateur Select Horsemanship 170. (2400) Amateur Horsemanship 171. (903) Small Fry Trail 172. (1383) Green Trail 173. (1380) Trail 174. (5387) Novice Youth 13 & Under Trail 174a. (5388) Novice Youth 14-18 Trail 175. (4380) Youth Trail 176. (3380) Novice Amateur Trail 177. (2380) Amateur Trail 178. (2388) Amateur Select Trail All MQHA events can be found at

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AQHA Entry Fees per judge All Classes $10 Any Division Blanket Fee $35 Novice Small Fry $5 Youth Split Small Fry Blanket Fee $25 Office Charge $5 on Saturday AQHA Drug Testing Fee $1 & Sunday!

AQHA Processing Fee $4 Lead Line $1 Pay $150 for Unlimited AQHA classes (one horse/back number) Other Fees MSU trailer in fee (per horse/day) $10 (without the purchase of a stall) $35 charge for returned checks/declined credit cards Stalls • MQHA Members (paid by 9/1/12) $80 (if available) in the main barn or $70 in the south barn.

• MQHA Members (after 9/1/12) $90 in the main barn (if available) or $80 in the south barn.

• All non member stalls - $90 • Refunds until 9/1/12 • All stalls are assigned by date paid.

• All stalls reserved must be prepaid with either a check or a credit card. There is no guarantee on stalls that are not paid.

Awards • High Point Awards to Small Fry, Novice Youth, Novice Amateur, Amateur, Amateur Select, Youth, and Open. Prizes for all 1st place winners and ribbons for 1st through 6th.

Qualifications for High Point Awards • Open, Youth & Amateur exhibitors must show in corresponding halter or performance halter class at least one time to be eligible for High Point Awards.

• Novice exhibitors do not have to show in halter.

• Only Amateur Select Classes count towards the Amateur Select High Point Award. Exception: Amateur halter points will be counted for the select award.

• Exhibitors must show in at least three events to be eligible. (i.e. Western Pleasure, Showmanship, and Hunter Under Saddle) • Green classes do not count toward any high point award.

Camping • Camping - $80 for circuit. No nightly rates • Full payment must accompany reservations.

• Camping is assigned by date paid • Refunds until 9/1/12 Move In – Arrivals permitted after 10 a.m. on Wednesday, September 12.

• Neg. Coggins (within 1 yr.) required for all horses.

Current MQHA Members – Get 5% off your bill at any MQHA owned show. (Horse must be owned by a current MQHA member) Futurity classes are not included in the discount.

MQHA Small Fry • Exhibitors 12 & under as of January 1.

All classes walk/trot (jog) only.

• Any breed horse or pony is allowed • MQHA membership not required unless accruing points for year-end awards.

• Participants in Small Fry will not be eligible for any lope/canter classes during a circuit.

• Small Fry Showmanship entries may not participate in AQHA showmanship.

Payment by Visa, Master Card or Discover or make checks payable to MQHA. Mail to MQHA, PO Box 278, Greenville, MI 48838 Contact MQHA (616)225-8211, mqha@hotmail.com Show Office Phone 517-432-0665 (after Sept. 11) Services available on site • Shavings available through MSU • Food Concession • Photographer • Showers Address of Show Grounds 4301 Farm Lane Rd., E. Lansing, MI 48824 (corner of Mt. Hope Rd. & Farm Lane)

The MSU Pavilion is a smoke free environment.

We ask that you respect this and smoke outside.

For safety reasons, all dogs must be tied or on a leash at all times.

Liability – Under the Michigan Equine Liability Act, the MQHA, MQHA agents, show staff or representatives are not individually or collectively responsible for loss, damage or injury to person, horse, or property in connection with the show due to the inherent risk in an equine activity.

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The Best Defense Horses on the show circuit might be exposed to dozens of different equine diseases every weekend.

Is your horse’s vaccination schedule all it should be?

Written by Karen Briggs, Green Grass Syndicated Features Some horses lead sheltered lives, whiling away their days in isolated pastures and back-country trails, rarely encountering another equine soul save for the same small group of pasture buddies they've had for years.

Your horse, gentle reader, is more than likely not one of these. As an owner interested in competitive riding or driving, you know that your horses recognize the familiar interior of your trailer, and the feel of shipping boots.

They know about the sounds of the highway, and the chaos and energy of showgrounds, of horses and people milling around from early morning till late at night, of loudspeakers blaring, and the smell of nachos and curly fries. In short, they're seasoned show horses, and as such they're exposed to a different population of other horses every weekend they travel.

Though show horses are, on the whole, healthy and well-cared for, there are risks involved any time large numbers of previously unacquainted animals are put together in a single area. And no, I'm not talking about squashed toes or inadvertent collisions in the warm-up ring. I'm talking about the risk of spreading disease. So before you load your horse into that trailer for the first show of the season, ask yourself: Is he adequately protected?

Twenty-first-century horses are fortunate indeed to have available the wide array of vaccines which help protect them from deadly diseases. But vaccines can't work unless they're administered far enough in advance to allow the immune system to process their chemical message and "learn" to recognize the antigens which cause disease, before your horse is exposed to other, potentially infectious, animals. That's why it's important to work closely with your veterinarian to design a vaccination schedule that will provide the right protection, at the www.MIQuarterHorse.com

right time, for the diseases to which your horse is most likely to be exposed.

CONSIDERATIONS FOR A VACCINATION SCHEDULE With a veritable smorgasbord of vaccines now available for horses, part of the problem owners face is deciding which are essential, which are a good idea, and which just aren't necessary for your particular horse. The answer to these questions can vary a good deal depending on where you live, where your horse will be going, and how long his show season is going to be.

Jim Henderson, B.Sc, DVM, who maintains a busy practice in Inglewood, Ontario, starts by recommending that all horses, regardless of their circumstances, should be vaccinated yearly against rabies and tetanus. "Both of these diseases can result in death to the horse, and the vaccines available against these diseases are very effective in preventing them," he notes.

On the West Coast, David Paton B. Sc DVM, chair of Canada's Equine Medications Committee and an advisor to the British Columbia Young Riders team, notes, "We are fortunate in BC that we do not have a very high incidence of many of the diseases that (are) more prevalent in other parts of Canada and in the United States. At this time we are not routinely vaccinating for rabies (as) our show population is generally stabled, and when on the show circuit are kept in a controlled environment. (But) in other parts of western North America, the rabies vaccine is routinely given." The rabies vaccine is also a wise precaution if you anticipate shipping and showing extensively in the US or in eastern Canada; the incidence of the disease is on the rise in many areas.

On top of the vaccines for rabies and tetanus, most horses traveling to shows should be protected against Eastern and/or Western equine encephalomyelitis (EEE and WEE).

The incidence of these diseases varies from

year to year, so if you're planning to show only locally and your veterinarian feels the risk is low, you may decide to skip this vaccine, but if you're going to be shipping any distance, you should consider it cheap insurance.

Another shot to consider is the vaccine that helps protect against Potomac Horse Fever.

PHF causes intense digestive upset, projectile diarrhea, and dehydration, and can be fatal; it is not communicable from horse to horse, but can be contracted from contaminated water sources. Largely a concern in the eastern part of North America, PHF is a more significant risk for horses exposed to open country endurance and competitive trail horses, for example - than for show horses being kept on manicured show grounds with filtered "city water".

One of the biggest risks for horses being kept in close proximity with each other is respiratory viruses. Equine herpes virus (formerly known as rhinopneumonitis, or "rhino", now more commonly abbreviated as EHV), influenza, and strangles aren't usually fatal, but they can definitely put a major crimp in your show season! Any kind of respiratory disease can make your horse feverish, depressed, weak, and snotty-nosed for weeks - and they tend to be highly contagious.

The trouble is that the vaccines available to protect against these diseases for the past 20 years or so have checkered track records, to say the least. Very often, they deliver only partial immunity, and the duration of that protection is measured in days or weeks instead of months. Says Henderson, "Unfortunately, the immunity provided by the intramuscular vaccines for influenza and EHV is short-lived. It is recommended that horses in contact with groups of other horses at racetracks or horse shows be vaccinated at least every 90 days.”

Furthermore, the intramuscular flu/rhino combination vaccine relied on by thousands of horse people has been shown not to be effective in protecting "naïve" horses (those who had never been previously exposed) from influenza or EHV, according to Paton.

The good news is that a new form of vaccine, delivered as an intra-nasal spray, is now making more complete protection possible against both influenza and strangles. The IN format vaccines appear to provide superior immunity because they stimulate the respiratory system's immune response more directly than an intramuscular shot.

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Paton feels the sprays are a significant improvement over the earlier formulations, and notes, "The intra-nasal vaccines appear to be very safe, and I have had no concerns," he says. Consider using these vaccines for any show horses you have who'll be kept in close confines with others - particularly young horses whose systems may not have built up much natural immunity to these common respiratory bugs.

WHEN TO ADMINISTER? To design the most effective vaccination program for your show horses, work closely with your veterinarian. Ideally, your horse should receive his vaccines at least three weeks prior to his first exposure to populations of other horses, in order to give his immune system time to process the antigens and form disease antibodies.

Bear in mind that some vaccines provide immunity for a year or longer, while others are fairly short-acting and will need to be readministered at some point during your show season. Establishing good communication with your vet about your show schedule and exposure risk is the best way to ensure your horse stays protected.

NEW CONCERNS It seems Mother Nature is always coming up with new foes for us to fight. Case in point: the West Nile virus, which until 1999 had been confined to Europe and Africa, but which made its way across the ocean and then spread across North America with alarming speed in the beginning of the 21st century. A form of encephalomyelitis, West Nile's incidence has waned in recent years and now seems to be a significant risk mostly in California and Florida, where mosquito populations thrive year-round.

Only geriatric and very weak horses are really at risk of dying from WNV, but the disease is quite debilitating even for young, robust animals, so researchers bowed to demand

and came up with a vaccine formulation in record time. There are now a number of very effective West Nile vaccines available, and they're worth considering if you're going to be showing anywhere in the American southwest, or on the southern circuits in South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida.

Queen’s Contest The MQHA Queen’s Contest will be held at the Harbor Classic, July 6 & 7 in Ludington, MI. We have four young ladies running for the honor of being crowned the MQHA Queen for 2012.

Meghan Murphy is 22 and lives in St. Clair, MI. She is a graduate of Baylor University with a BA in Communication Studies.

Mackenzie Kastl is 25 and lives in Midland, MI. She is a 2010 graduate of MSU and is currently employed as an account executive.

Award-winning journalist KAREN BRIGGS is the author of six equine books and contributes to over 20 magazines throughout the world including Equus, The Horse, Horse Illustrated, Eventing and Dressage Today. She lives in Canada and competes in three-day eventing with her assor tment of off-the-track Thoroughbreds.

YouthReport The MQHA Youth have been very busy qualifying and doing fundraisers for the Youth World Show. Congratulations to all the state and national qualifiers! The theme of the World Show is Embrace Your Inner Rockstar. The Michigan youth is focusing on our state's unique features and history. If anyone has any pictures that showcase the beauty of Michigan, they can be sent to a youth member.

Fundraisers for this year's World Show have included a silent auction and a TV raffle. The biggest fundraiser is the Harris saddle raffle that will be drawn during the Harbor Classic.

Alyson Hill is 20 and lives in Mt. Sarah Breuker is 24 and lives in Pleasant, MI. She is a Jr at Central Holland, MI. She is self-employed MI University. She is studying and is a Photographer.

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The youth would like to extend a huge thank you to all of the parents and generous supporters who have helped with and participated in the fundraisers!

Aubrey Videtich, youth reporter Thank you Aubrey for your help with this issues Youth Spotlight ~ MQHA Journal Editor, Cindy Couturier MQHA Journal • July/August 2012 • 21

Arabians are such twits...

spent time on Twitter, tweeting about hot topics. It turns out that many of my potential clients were spending time there.

and how that relates to social media marketing.

Written by Jamie Clark A “horse crazy” little girl was the way I was referred to by most of my friends when I was young. I started out on a Pinto pony. My pony and I learned new disciplines together at local 4-H shows, and then I moved my way up to a big chestnut Quarter Horse gelding. As my knowledge grew and I learned about all the different breeds, strengths and weaknesses – I knew I was a stock horse girl for life. There was something about Quarter Horses, Paints and all the other stock horse breeds that I loved. I had friends that showed Arabians and I never understood the draw. From my limited knowledge of the breed, I saw them as spooky and just plain crazy. My whole life I found myself judging a person by what breed of horse they owned. If they happened to have an Arabian – watch out!

Now you are probably asking yourself, “What does this have to do with social media marketing?” One of the things I hear most often from business owners is that they do not use social media because they just don’t like it and do not see the relevance. When I probe and ask them deeper questions, it is revealed that they have not even researched or evaluated the option of social media. They are fine with what they have always used and that’s that. Twitter is the perfect example of this social media scrutiny.

The number one piece of feedback I get is, “Twitter is just stupid”. Have you yourself ever uttered those words? I sure have and I do this for a living! When I started learning about all the new social media’s out there and I previewed Twitter, I thought how stupid is this; 140 characters, are you kidding me? I felt the same way about Twitter as I did Arabians.

In time, I realized that this form of marketing must be wor thwhile if popular large companies were using it successfully, so I started doing my research, very skeptically I might add. As I talked with business owners that were utilizing Twitter and they were sharing success stories with me, I decided to jump on board and try it for myself (which I highly recommend now). I delved into the demographics to learn what types of people www.MIQuarterHorse.com

friends and that is why they owned them.

Although I am confident that I will always own stock horses, I now see the tremendous value in this breed. I learned that giving something a chance before judging how it may affect me has allowed me to gain many new clients and make more money.

For any of you that are still not sure, here is something to chew on. As of May 2012 there were 532 Million people using Twitter. For the sake of this example let’s say 10% of Twitter users are horse lovers. So that would be 53,200,000 horse lovers and for fun let’s reduce that number by ½ of 1% of that number and that gives us 266,000 potential customers. Even if we took that number and took 1% of that, we have 2600. I am confident that there are at least 2600 people on Twitter that want to hear about your services, product or dynamic stallion you have standing at stud!

Now will you take the challenge to reach those 2600?

Here are THREE simple steps to get started on Twitter: 1. Set up a Twitter account (www.twitter.com) with as much information as possible, including your website. Do not leave the background or profile page as what it defaults to. You want to customize it so you stand out and your Twitter is branded to match your website, Facebook and other marketing outlets.

2. Start using Twitter by selecting a few others to follow. An easy way to do this is to visit a few websites of companies or people that you enjoy and click on their Twitter icon. You can also use the search feature in Twitter to search for others with similar interests as you. It is customary to follow someone if they follow you, but not absolutely necessary.

3. If you are already using a Facebook page you can set it up so that when you post to Facebook those same posts also post on Twitter. That will aid in the time management of your social media account. So, the question remains, “Will you step out of your comfort zone and try something new?”

People that want to talk about you and your business, that want to brag on you, are on Twitter whether you like it or not!

Feel free to visit me on Facebook or Twitter and ask questions or introduce your business. I will gladly help you as you walk through setting it up for the first time or enhancing what you currently have. My goal is to help you grow your business so that the horse industry as a whole can grow!

Jamie Clark started her riding career on a Welsh Pony when she was about 2 years old. She has participated in disciplines such as western, hunt seat, jumping, and showmanship throughout her show career and enjoys trail riding. From starting her own business at age 13, to being awarded the sportsmanship award at the World's Largest All Breed Youth Show at 14, her passion for horses and business has skyrocketed. In 2011 she was selected to be the co-anchor of America's Favorite Trail Horse, which aired on HRTV in September and she currently is a guest blogger for the Equestrian Stylist. She is 34 years old now, president of her own company, Yellow Barn Media, and still riding a Welsh Pony! Her company offers one-on-one coaching, brand development, networking training and marketing consulting. Contact Jamie at www.yellowbarnmedia.com or 517.375.5399.

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On Our Front Cover...

Morgan McCarthy Warda Morgan McCarthy Warda and Mea Major Mito will be heading to Oklahoma City in August for their final World Championship show as youth competitors. Morgan and "Wilson" are nationally qualified in showmanship, equitation, and horsemanship. After a successful career in western pleasure with Morgan's mom, Michelle, they decided to add a few events and let Morgan try him as an all around youth horse. Morgan and Wilson won the Michigan All Around Youth 13 and Under title their first year together and collected four World Championships and two Reserve World Championships at the PHBA World Show that year. Since that first year, they quickly completed their AQHA superiors in showmanship, equitation, and horsemanship and earned their AQHA Youth Performance Championship. This dedicated team placed 11th in showmanship at the AQHYA World Championships in 2011 and look forward to returning to OKC this year to represent Michigan in their respective classes.

On Our Back Cover...

Katerina Mendel Katerina Mendel has had a passion for horses all her life. At age 7 Katerina started lessons with Rose Sheffer and has remained dedicated for over 10 years. Over the years Katerina’s dedication and passion for showing AQHA has lead her to a very successful youth show career. In 2010 Katerina and “One Shining Example” were MQHA Reserve Novice Youth All Around Year End Champions. In 2011 Katerina purchased 3 yr old AQHA “Willys on the Green” from Rose Sheffer and finished the season by being top ten at the Quarter Horse Congress in NYATT Hunter Under Saddle. This year Katerina and “Willys on the Green” are currently 5th in the Nation in AQHA Limited Youth Rider in Hunter Under Saddle and are nationally qualified for the AQHA Youth World Show in Hunter Under Saddle. This will be Katerina’s third time going to the World Show, but first time with “Willys On The Green.”

They are planning on showing in Showmanship, Hunter Under Saddle and Equitation. When not showing, Katerina is a wonderful role model and mentor to the younger kids at the barn.

She’s always lending a helping hand, encouraging them and furthering their skills and passion for horses. Katerina also finds time to spend volunteering for her church and being part of the MQHYA board. From all of us at the barn, Mom, Dad, and Rose Sheffer, we are truly proud of what you have accomplished and can’t wait to see how far your passion, talent, dedication and hard work will take you with horses and in life!

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