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Mud Solutions, Part 1 Mud Grid Trail Installation at Alum Creek State Park, Ohio By Lisa Kiley | www.cashmans.com April showers…well, you know the rest. While we do need the rain for our gardens, as horse owners, rain is more likely to make us think of mud. With a rather mild winter, we never really got away from mud this past cold season. This series will address some of the issues with mud, look at different options on how to fix some muddy situations and help with some suggestions on how to prevent mud from occurring. In this first installment, we will discuss how one group of trail riders decided to take advantage of an easy solution to fix a section of trail that had become nearly un-rideable. Back in February, we ventured out to a stretch of trail known as Winterhawk West in the Alum Creek State Park in Kilbourne, OH. It was a mild day, and although you could tell it had not been ridden on recently, the stretch of trail was already holding water just waiting to meet four hooves and become a mud puddle. The area quickly becomes hock deep in mud and different efforts to re-route the trail only created another muddy area in a less desirable place to ride. Because the section is well shaded, it often remains muddy long after other areas of the trail have dried. Bobbi Arters and Mary Chmielewski, both active members of the Delaware County Chapter of the Ohio Horsemen's Council, were kind enough to show us this problematic stretch. They, along with other members of the Delaware OHC work tirelessly to maintain the trails of Alum Creek. The devotion that this group of riders has for preserving and maintaining the grounds is something that anyone who enjoys the trails, from riders to hikers, should appreciate. The efforts of this volunteer organization have a definite positive impact on the improvement of the trails. The group had been looking for a solution for the affected area and were planning on adding wooden boardwalks to several sections of trail. However, this project would be labor intensive, and the area was not easily accessible by truck or ATV. Using fill material in this section would also be difficult to complete because of accessibility and because the area was often covered in water, it would only be a matter of time before the fill would wash away. This is when the Cashmans Horse Equipment Team proposed a product that could provide a great solution. Mud grids create a trail that would go right on top of the mud while providing a strong antislip surface that would not sink. As long-time supporters of the Delaware Chapter of the Ohio Horseman's Council we decided to help make this project a reality. Once the organization approved the project and with help from state grant funding for trail improvements, we were able to start planning the trail project. Beyond the fact that mud can create a dangerous situation for your horse, there is also the environmental impact that mud exacerbated by horse hooves can have on the ground long term. With heavy traffic, it can lead to deep mud that isn't good for you, your horse, or the environment. Mud grids provided a quick solution on this muddy section of trail. The environmentally friendly mud grids are made of 100% recycled plastic, need only minor preparation, do not require back fill, and will help prevent erosion. After measuring the area and determining that we wanted to try and make the path as straight as possible, the trail maintenance crew set out to clear some of the areas so that we could maximize the length of the trail rather than use additional grids for turns that APRIL 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020

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weren't necessary. The preparation involved cutting back brush and removing some stumps out of the way of the new path. On a nice, bright day in early March, we were able to complete the project. The pathway, which was just over 200 ft, utilized just under 300 grids. We were able to wheelbarrow the grids straight to the work-site and carry them by hand to the muddy areas. The grids easily fit together, and we could apply them right on top of existing mud. There were a few areas where we dug out roots or moved a little bit of ground to make them lay flatter, but overall, the surface prep was very minimal. Because of the weight of the grids, they did not need to be secured into the ground. The surface is textured for anti-slip traction which is so important for the safety of the riders and horses. From start to finish, we were able to complete the project in under three hours; this included the time it took to get the product to the area of trail where we were working. Hopefully drier weather is around the corner and we will all be able to hit the trails or ride on the rail at our favorite parks and show grounds. Mud can be difficult to deal with, but there are opportunities to mitigate, prevent and eventually solve issues associated with it. I look forward to sharing some of these insights in the coming months. Lisa Kiley is a lifelong horse enthusiast who has worked in the equine industry and has shown horses for many years. As a proud member of the Cashman’s Horse Equipment Team in Delaware, OH, she enjoys educating consumers on products that put safety first to benefit horses and the humans that love them. Cashman’s Horse Equipment has been providing top quality products to the equine and agricultural community for over 40 years, with a commitment to sourcing environmentally conscious merchandise and items made in the U.S.A. (16) WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

MSU Farrier School There are currently approximately 155,000 horses in Michigan, based on the last Equine Survey (2007). While these numbers may have decreased somewhat based on the recession, the use of horses in the state has not decreased, and in fact may be increasing (personal observation). Each of these animals is in need of regular hoof care, with trimming required every 6-8 weeks and shoes (for those who are shod) required on a similar schedule. The old adage “no foot, no horse” holds, in that a horse without regular hoof care by a knowledgeable professional, is unlikely to be of use to its human caretakers. Further, most horsemen and women would rather hire someone knowledgeable to do this work than to do it themselves. Finally, well-trained farriers have the potential to make a decent living, as evidenced by “An American Farriers Journal survey in 2012 found that the national average annual salary for full-time farriers in the U.S. was reported to be $92,623 per year and for part-timers, $21,153. This amount is an average and varies according to experience level, training, etc.” (TheFarriersGuide.com) The problem currently facing the horse industry in the Midwest is that there is currently no reputable means by which to consistently produce well-trained farriers. Michigan residents wishing to pursue this line of work, have needed to leave the state for extended periods of time. Until now. Michigan State University Farrier School: This is a 12 or 24-week program, housed on the MSU Horse Teaching and Research Center, and will be led by MSU alum, David Hallock, CJF, ASF. Students in the program will receive both hands-on and classroom-based instruction in hoof and farrier science, equine anatomy and physiology, basic welding, and business. The class runs 8 hours per day, with the intention of producing individuals poised to be well trained, professional farriers to serve the equine industry.

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4-H and JOANN Fabrics & Craft Stores JOANN stores are empowering the next generation of makers by Paying It Fourward for 4-H. Through yearly in-store donation campaigns, custom 4-H products and digital experiences, JOANN customers and 4-H supporters are helping to inspire a child's creativity and bring 4-H to more kids across the country. JOANN and 4-H “Pay It Fourward” JOANN stores across the country help 4-H clubs receive critical resources to bring more hands-on programs to local youth. This year, April 15 – April 30, visit your local JOANN store and purchase a “Pay It Fourward” tear away at the register for either $1 or $4 and help to Inspire a Child’s Creativity through 4-H. If you donate $4, JOANN will give you a coupon to use on a future in-store purchase.

TSC PAPER CLOVERS HELP 4-H April 29, 2020-May 10, 2020 Tractor Supply Company stores Between April 29-May 10, 4-H supporters can purchase paper clovers for $1 at local Tractor Supply Company (TSC) stores. During the campaign period, paper clovers are sold for $1 at checkout, with proceeds benefitting 4-H programs where each store is located. Contact: Abbey Miller, abmiller@msu.edu

INTERSCHOLASTIC EQUESTRIAN ASSOCIATION BREAKS MEMBERSHIP RECORD AGAIN! Celebrating its 18th season, the Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) has again set a record for membership. This season (2019-2020), membership numbers topped out at 14,444. While the highest concentration of members is East of the

Mississippi; the Western states are experiencing a greater percentage of growth – especially in Zone 10 in California where IEA will hold the 2020 Hunt Seat National Finals in Burbank, California this April. The recent addition of the 4th and 5th grade Intro Rider Program as well as the explosion of interest in the new Dressage program has attracted many new IEA participants. In 2002, IEA started with 175 riders on 13 teams and has become the largest youth equestrian organization in the Country and the largest feeder organization to collegiate equestrian programs, offering tens of thousands in scholarship awards and opportunities each season. Importantly, there is no need for any rider to own a horse to participate in the IEA. However, the participating teams and barns are expected to provide horses and equipment for the competitions. The IEA utilizes a draw-based form of competition whereby riders are given an unknown mount on which they compete, leveling the playing field and challenging the rider's ability to adapt to different horses each ride. “Our goal was never to become the largest 'anything,” said Roxane Durant, IEA CoFounder and Executive Director. “We have, however, stayed true to our core of introducing young horse enthusiasts to equestrian sport. We also wanted our studentriders to be recognized as the athletes they are. The success is a testament to delivering equestrian sport to a previously underserved marketplace demand. We have seen tremendous success in our first year of the Intro Rider Pilot Program and look forward to expanding it even further next season.” The IEA Board of Directors, management and staff credit the thousands of volunteers who assist the organization, coaches and riders in making the organization successful. “It is a wonderful sense of Community among those associated with the IEA,” stated Durant. “With over 800 IEA horse shows across the nation, more than 92,000 rides each year, it would be impossible to operate without volunteer support.” IEA Membership rates are very affordable and are the same for all disciplines – Hunt Seat, Western and Dressage. Fees are $60 per individual member for the season. Teams are $150. Enrollment for the 20202021 season will open June 2020 with competitions beginning September 1, 2020. Early Bird discounts are also available.

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About IEA: Now in its 18th year, the IEA has over 14,500 members across the United States riding and coaching Hunt Seat, Western and Dressage disciplines. The nonprofit (501(c)3) IEA was organized to promote and improve the quality of equestrian competition and instruction available to middle and secondary school students and is open to public and private schools and barn teams. There is no need for a rider to own a horse because the IEA supplies a mount and tack to each equestrian for competitions. Its purpose is to set minimum standards for competition, provide information concerning the creation and development of school associated equestrian sport programs, to generally promote the common interests of safe riding instruction and competition and education on matters related to equestrian competition at the middle and secondary school levels. For more information, visit www.rideiea.org

USDF SUSPENDS ACCEPTING SCORES The United States Dressage Federation™ (USDF) Executive Board held an emergency meeting on Tuesday, March 17, to discuss the impact of the COVID-19 virus on the US dressage community. At this meeting, the USDF Executive Board voted that, effective immediately, all results processing will cease through April 15, 2020. As a result, any scores earned at USEF-licensed/USDFrecognized competitions during this time will not be applicable to any USDF championship or awards programs, nor be recorded as a part of a horse or rider's official record with USDF. This will also apply to scores earned at schooling competitions participating in the USDF Regional Schooling Show Awards Program. USDF will continue to assess the situation on a daily basis and will update our position as circumstances warrant. Additionally, the USDF Executive Board voted to waive their existing policy for any USEF-licensed/USDF-recognized competition that chooses to cancel their event, due to this decision, to be refunded any USDF Competition Recognition fee paid, in full, within 30 days of the notice of cancellation to USDF. Additionally, show manageWWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Saddle Up! Magazine News Briefs USDF SUSPENDS SCORES, continued ment of any cancelled competitions shall refund all USDF Regional Dressage Championship qualifying ride fees paid. Fees paid for the purpose of participating in the USDF Regional Schooling Show Awards Program, by affected schooling competitions, will also be refunded, in full, within 30 days of notice to USDF. It was also decided that any USDF organized or hosted educational events scheduled through the weekend of May 22-24, 2020, will be cancelled with the intention to reschedule them for a future date. USDF President Lisa Gorretta spoke of the decisions, “We have not made these decisions without careful consideration of the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic upon our members, staff, volunteers, the sport, and our entire dressage community. Following the lead of our NGB, US Equestrian, for this initial period of the suspension of results will allow us to monitor this national emergency and the directions of the CDC and other authorities, in order to address future developments and issues as they may arise. We are hopeful that our country will benefit from swift actions from everyone and a resulting shorter duration of this lifethreatening virus outbreak.” To access Coronavirus Resources, visit the USEF website: www.usef.org/media/ coronavirus-resources. Or, for more information about USDF's decisions, to ask questions, or for the most up-to-date status of USDF, please visit the USDF website at www.usdf.org, or follow us on social media. Founded in 1973, the United States Dressage Federation™ is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to education, recognition of achievement, and promotion of dressage. For more information about USDF membership or programs, visit us online at: www.usdf.org, or email us at: usdressage @usdf.org, or call (859) 971-2277.

PONY CLUB WELCOMES SSG RIDING GLOVES AS TITLE SPONSOR OF 2020 USPC FESTIVAL The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC), is pleased to welcome SSG Riding Gloves as the title sponsor of the 2020 USPC Festival, to be held July 13-20 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Ky. The USPC Festival is held every three years at the iconic Kentucky Horse Park venue. A Pony Club tradition since 1983, the weeklong event combines Championships competition with educational clinics and workshops covering all aspects of horse care and horse riding. “SSG Gloves is proud to partner with an organization like Pony Club and looking forward to being part of the 2020 USPC Festival,” said Ed James, President of SSG Riding Gloves. “Festival is the ultimate event for Pony Club members; the teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun at the Festival is unparalleled,” said USPC Executive Director Teresa Woods. “Pony Club is grateful to SSG Gloves for their generous support of this event, which brings Pony Club members memories that last a lifetime.” Pony Club expects to welcome over 3,000 members, their families, friends, volunteers, and Pony Club leadership from across the country to Kentucky to enjoy competition, learning, and fun at the 2020 USPC Festival, presented by SSG Riding Gloves. About SSG Riding Gloves: From performance to pleasure riding, SSG® provides the most complete equestrian glove line on the market. SSG® has gloves for every equestrian need, from hunter/jumper, eventing and dressage to polo, racing and carriage driving, as well as western riding, roping and show events. Quality design and materials offer the perfect balance of fit, Please Take Note: performance and style, at an affordable price. Visit: www.ssgridinggloves.com Some of the events listed within our pages may NOT take place due to the About Pony Club: The United States Pony Coronavirus pandemic threat throughout Clubs, Inc. (Pony Club) is a 501(c)(3) nonour country. Please check with individual profit organization founded in 1954. Pony event co-ordinators before attending Club is the largest equine education any event in April or early May of 2020. organization in the world, with more than 10,000 members in the US, and over 500 Please be safe and stay well! clubs and riding centers nationwide. USPC APRIL 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020 (19)

is proud to provide education to youth and equestrians of all ages, with instruction and competitive opportunities in more than nine English and Western riding disciplines. Pony Club's educational standards continue to be instrumental in curriculum development for schools, universities, equestrian professionals and organizations across the United States. Many of the nation's top equestrians, including Olympic team members, as well as successful professionals, government leaders and military officers, have roots in Pony Club.

YEDA RESCHEDULES NATIONALS TO JUNE 25-28, 2020 The Youth Equestrian Development Association (YEDA) has been notified by the State of Illinois there may be no events at the state fairgrounds until the end of April. This of course falls over the YEDA National Championship week, April 16-19, 2020. YEDA and its founders have been meeting constantly to best serve our students, teams and coaches. We have decided to do everything in our power to complete regular and post season shows. We have good news to report: YEDA has secured dates of June 25-28, 2020 at the Illinois State Fairgrounds for the National Invitational and Championships. We have been working hard to contact our sponsors, judges and contractors. Where this is an unfortunate turn of events, we believe that this can be one of those “lemons into lemonade” type of events! We are also working on securing venues and dates to complete the regular season. This could be a great opportunity for our student riders to sharpen their skills, teams to practice their patterns and everyone to plan for an exciting week in the summer. Stay tuned for further updates as they become available! YEDA Founders Laura Smith, Ric Weitzel, Debbie Arnold, Tammy Rath. Online at: www.showyeda.com

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Double Judged All Breed Horse Show June 5 (6pm), 6 & 7 and Sept. 4 (6pm), 5 & 6 MSU South Barn, East Lansing, MI | Start Time 8:00am www.glbahorse.org

IBHA, PAC, All Breed/Open, Miniature Horse & Ranch Horse Classes Blanket Class Entry Fees | Weekend High Point Awarded in 13 Divisions

Friday evening beginning at 6pm: 1. All Breed Barrels Jackpot 2. All Breed Flag Race Jackpot 3. All Breed Pole Bending Jackpot 4. All Breed Speed Ball Jackpot 5. All Breed Speed Barrels Jackpot ~~ Jackpot speed classes will payback 75% of the entry fees for 1st to 3rd place ~~ Saturday & Sunday start time 8:00am *Not eligible for Grand & Reserve Halter classes* 6. *IBHA Dun Factor* 7. *IBHA Miniature Horse Dun Factor* 8. IBHA Yearling Stallions 9. IBHA 2yr Stallions 10. IBHA 3yr Stallions 11. IBHA Aged Stallions 12. IBHA Buckskin Bred Stallions 13. GRAND & RESERVE IBHA STALLIONS 14. All Breed 2 & Under-All Sexes 15. IBHA Miniature Horse Stallions 16. IBHA Miniature Stock Type Stallions 17. *IBHA Amateur Geldings* 18. *IBHA YA Geldings* 19. IBHA Yearling Geldings 20. IBHA 2yr Geldings 21. IBHA 3yr Geldings 22. IBHA Aged Geldings 23. IBHA Buckskin Bred Geldings 24. All Breed 3 & Over Stallions/Geldings 25. GRAND & RESERVE IBHA GELDINGS 26. IBHA Miniature Horse Geldings 27. IBHA Miniature Stock-Type Geldings 28. *IBHA Amateur Mares* 29. *IBHA YA Mares* 30. IBHA Yearling Mares 31. IBHA 2yr Mares 32. IBHA 3yr Mares 33. IBHA Aged Mares 34. GRAND & RESERVE IBHA MARES 35. IBHA Buckskin Bred Mares 36. GRAND & RESERVE IBHA BUCKSKIN BRED 37. All Breed 3 & Over Mares 38. GRAND & RESERVE ALL BREED 39. IBHA Miniature Horse Mares 40. IBHA Miniature Stock-Type Mares 41. GRAND & RESERVE IBHA MINIS 42. GRAND & RESERVE IBHA STOCK-TYPE MINIS 43. Miniature Horse Stallions/Geldings 44. Miniature Horse Mares 45. Miniature Horse Stock Type, All Sexes

46. GRAND & RESERVE OPEN AND STOCK-TYPE MINIS 47. GEORGE GREEN CHAMPION OF CHAMPIONS HALTER 48. All Breed & Miniature Horse Showmanship 49. IBHA Amateur Western Showmanship 50. IBHA Amateur Select West Showmanship 51. IBHA YA Western Showmanship 52. All Breed Lunge Line 2yr & Under 53. IBHA Yearling Lunge Line 54. IBHA 2yr Lunge Line 55. IBHA Amateur Select English Showmanship 56. All Breed Hunter Under Saddle 57. IBHA Open Jr. Hunter Under Saddle 58. IBHA Open Sr. Hunter Under Saddle 59. IBHA Buckskin Bred Hunter Under Saddle 60. IBHA Amateur Hunter Under Saddle 61. IBHA YA Hunter Under Saddle 62. All Breed Hunt Seat Equitation 63. IBHA Amateur Hunt Seat Equitation 64. IBHA YA Hunt Seat Equitation 65. IBHA Amateur Hunt Seat Disciplined Rail 66. IBHA YA Hunt Seat Disciplined Rail 67. IBHA Open Hunt Seat Disciplined Rail 68. All Breed & Miniature Horse Costume 69. All Breed Leadline, All Styles, 11 & Under 70. All Breed Ranch Horse Pleasure 71. IBHA Ranch Horse Pleasure 72. IBHA Buckskin Bred Ranch Pleasure 73. All Breed Western Pleasure 74. IBHA Open Jr Western Pleasure 75. IBHA Open Sr. Western Pleasure 76. IBHA Amateur Western Pleasure 77. IBHA Amateur Select Western Pleasure 78. IBHA YA Western Pleasure 79. IBHA Buckskin Bred Western Pleasure 80. All Breed W/T Pleasure, All Styles 81. IBHA Adult W/T Western Pleasure 82. All Breed Western Horsemanship 83. IBHA Amateur Western Horsemanship 84. IBHA Amateur Select West Horsemanship 85. IBHA YA Western Horsemanship 86. IBHA Buckskin Bred West Horsemanship 87. IBHA Adult W/T West Horsemanship 88. All Breed Ranch Horse Riding 89. IBHA Ranch Horse Riding 90. IBHA Buckskin Bred Ranch Horse Riding 91. All Breed Eng/Western Disciplined Rail 92. IBHA Amateur Western Disciplined Rail 93. IBHA YA Western Disciplined Rail 94. IBHA Open Western Disciplined Rail 95. Miniature Horse Western Driving

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96. IBHA Miniature Horse Western Driving 97. Miniature Horse Obstacle Driving 98. IBHA Miniature Horse Obstacle Driving 99. Miniature Country Pleasure Driving 100. IBHA Miniature Country Pleasure Driving 101. Miniature Horse Driven Cloverleaf (W/T) 102. IBHA Miniature Driven Cloverleaf (W/T) 103. All Breed Ranch Horse Trail 104. IBHA Ranch Horse Trail 105. All Breed Trail 106. IBHA Amateur Western Trail 107. IBHA Amateur Select Western Trail 108. IBHA YA Western Trail 109. IBHA Open Western Trail 110. All Breed 2yr & Under In-Hand Trail 111. IBHA Yearling In-Hand Trail 112. IBHA 2yr In-Hand Trail 113. Miniature Horse In-Hand Trail 114. IBHA Miniature Horse In-Hand Trail 115. All Breed Ranch Horse Conformation 116. IBHA Ranch Horse Conformation 117. IBHA Buckskin Bred Ranch Horse Conf 118. Miniature Horse Working Hunter 119. IBHA Miniature Horse Working Hunter 120. Miniature Horse Jumping 121. IBHA Miniature Horse Jumping 122. Miniature Horse Liberty 123. IBHA Miniature Horse Liberty 124. All Breed Liberty (large horses only) Classes: $10 each…or…Save Money!… For Blanket Class Entry Fees for 1 horse/1 exhibitor/1 day, see: www.glbahorse.org/shows for listing of fees. Other Fees: $5 a day (1 horse/1 exhibitor) Weekend High Point: $10 (1 horse/1 exhibitor) Stall: $45/Weekend Camping: $50/Weekend Current negative Coggins certicate required; current health papers for out-of-state horses required. IBHA horse registration (including miniatures & buckskin bred) and IBHA & GLBA memberships can be obtained at the show. Stall Reservations: Contact Kara Largent at 616-520-1577 or kara_L24@yahoo.com. Stalls go quickly, so make reservations early! Show is held rain or shine. Showbill is subject to change. See our website for current information.

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MI Apple Blossom Prize Drawings Weekend & Year End High Point Awards

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MICHIGAN APPLE BLOSSOM CLASSIC 2020 OPEN HORSE SHOWS MSU Pavilion East Lansing, MI

MAY 15-17 Bruce Army & Mark Smith

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Age of rider as of January 1, 2020. Horse age as of December 31, 2020. # May not show in any other classes. ** Walk/Trot rider or Novice horse may not show in any canter/lope classes. @ May cross enter pleasure age group classes. Sweepstakes: Money Added + 50% Entry Money. Paid Out 40-30-20-10 Trail Classes 55-59 run Friday Evening ONLY. Classes entered at the gate will be subject to an entry fee of 1½ class fee. Please make all entries at office to avoid this additional charge. Must Be PRESENT to win September random drawing awards. Year End High Point eligibility requires min. of 4 shows & High Point Fees. CLASS FEES $7 All Ages ($10 if entered @ gate) All Stalls $50 (All horses must be stalled) $10 Sweepstakes ($15 if @ gate) Camping – $30/Night Daily High Point Fee $5 Office Fee for EACH Horse/Rider $10 * Valid driver’s license MUST accompany ALL checks & credit cards *

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A Guide to Responsible Trail Use By Robert Eversole | www.TrailMeister.com What you should know about outdoors etiquette and ethics. If you're new to trail riding, it's easy to view it as just a hillier extension of the arena. It's just trail riding, right? Not quite. Trail riding offers an escape to beautiful, wild places – but also brings with it a responsibility to keep those places pristine, and to respect the experiences of other visitors. Here are a few tips to help you become an upstanding citizen of the trails. Accept Responsibility One thing that has always been part of the equestrian ethic is personal responsibility, whether it's just a day ride or an extended back country adventure. Before heading onto the trails, learn about the area, gather appropriate equipment (depending upon the length and remoteness of your ride) and be prepared to take care of yourself. Things can go wrong – not only could you be in danger, but other people may have to shoulder the challenge of bailing you out. A well-executed trip is a satisfaction to you and not a burden to others. Respect Other Users We're all members of one big trail family seeking quality experiences. We must learn to share. Our motivations are no different from those of other trail users regardless of our mode of travel. Here are my top three ways that we can show other users the respect they deserve. 1. Pick up your poop at the trail-head. Having an equine doesn't give you priority over other people enjoying the trails or the trailhead. Recognize that everyone has the right to enjoy the outdoors. Please don't leave manure laying around the trail-head. Yes, it's grass. It's also a congestion point with many people and animals in one spot. A poo filled parking area gives the impression that all horsemen are slobs and gives credence to arguments that equine use should be restricted. 2. Know who has right of way. Basic traffic rules keep things moving smoothly and safely on the trails. When going downhill, yield to those coming up. Yes, mountain bikers and hikers should yield to equestrians, although, in practice, it can often be easier to let them go by. Yielding means establishing communication, being prepared to stop if necessary, and passing safely. A friendly “howdy” goes a long way! 3. Be a good dog owner. Dogs can leave their mark on the outdoors, in more ways than one. Responsible dog owners obey the rules, which differ from area to area. Are dogs allowed on the trail? Do they need to stay on leash? Keep off-leash dogs in sight and under voice control to keep them from stressing wildlife – or other trail users who don't like being jumped on, barked at or attacked.

Protect The Environment Trail riding and horse camping means spending time in the great outdoors. Getting prepared for those adventures means that you're going to hear the phrase “Leave No Trace” as often as you hear “The Ten Essentials.” What does it mean? Simply put, it’s the best practices we should follow to enjoy and protect our natural spaces. Here are my top 4 ways to help protect the trails 1. Stay on the trail. Ride straight through those muddy stretches of trail, and don't cut switchbacks. Skirting mucky spots or taking shortcuts widens the tread, hastens erosion and scars the landscape with a maze of “social trails.” Mud can usually be avoided with a bit of planning. Know which trails get muddy and simply seek out drier areas if possible. 2. Don't litter. Pack out all of your trash and make an effort to pick up whatever garbage you find along the way. Yes, this may require you to dismount. It's good exercise, enjoy it. 3. Honor trail restrictions. Seasonal closures and other rules might keep you temporarily off your favorite trail, but they're in place for good reasons, like reducing erosion and protecting wildlife populations. 4. Give back. Trails don’t just happen. While equestrians can be credited with developing many of the nation’s earliest trails, the fact is that today horse riders must work to protect the access that used to be a given. Our theme song used to be “Home, Home On The Range,” now it's changed to “Don’t Fence Me In.” Volunteer with organizations that build and maintain trails, and advocate for equestrian use, or otherwise work to preserve our natural spaces. Volunteering also builds valuable ties to land managers and to other trail-user groups, like hikers and mountain bikers. Every user group has a stake in trails. It benefits all of us in the long run to get along and share these resources with each other. Being a trail rider involves understanding how to be a responsible steward and a friend to everyone else who is out enjoying the trails. Help keep your horse trails open far into the future by practicing environmentally sound and socially responsible trail use. As always, for more information on trail riding, and the world’s largest guide to horse trails and camps, visit us online at:

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Introducing A Horse To The Herd By Julie Goodnight | www.juliegoodnight.com Whether you keep your horse at home or at a boarding facility, there will be times when new horses must be integrated into an existing herd. Generally, this involves a lot of posturing between the horses: chasing, biting, and hooves flying. Horses take this event quite serious and it's a scary proposition to the new horse and its owner. Horses are herd animals by nature; they form bonded relationships within the herd, vie for status and fight amongst themselves. Acceptance of a new horse is never granted easily by the herd and the addition of one new individual can totally disrupt the hierarchy of the herd. The more you understand the horse's herd instincts, and the ways that domestication complicates matters, the easier it is to make smart decisions. Taking the time to introduce horses slowly and strategically will help the integration of the 'new kid' go smoothly, reduce the risk of injury, and keep fireworks to a minimum. Herd Dynamics Horses are instinctively gregarious animals, meaning that by nature, they're drawn to the herd. A horse banished from the herd will always seek acceptance in another herd, because his survival is at stake. He is dependent on the herd for his safety and comfort. Gregarious behavior is present in all horses, it's one of their strongest instinctive drives, although we often speak of it as an affliction (herd bound, barn sour, nappy, etc.). Although a horse without a herd will always seek acceptance into a herd, the existing herd always rejects a new member, until the new horse proves it is worthy of acceptance. The new kid is guilty until proven innocent. A horse herd has a distinct structure and hierarchy of leadership. What horse owners often refer to as the “pecking order,” animal behaviorists call a “linear hierarchy.” Simply put, every individual in the herd is either dominant over or subordinate to every other herd member. There is no equality in a horse herd; there's a horse at the top, and one at the bottom, the rest are lined out in-between. Even amongst bonded individuals (buddies), one of them is dominant and the other is subordinate. The most dominant horse often becomes the leader of the herd and this horse is designated “Alpha.” The next horse in the line of hierarchy is called “Beta.” The horse all the way at the bottom of the pecking order is designated “Omega.” Truly alpha horses are strong, fair leaders that the other horses admire and feel secure in its presence. Alpha individuals may be male or female, an unusual trait in the animal kingdom. Beta horses tend to challenge authority and may act like bullies, but often do not have the leadership qualities of a true alpha horse. The omega horse usually accepts its fate at the bottom of the hierarchy, it rarely challenges authority and tries to stay out of the fray. By nature, horses are born with a temperament that may be high or low on the scales of fear, confidence, curiosity or dominance, among other traits. A horse is born with its temperament, which will largely dictate where it sits in the hierarchy. But horses are extremely fast learning animals as well; they may learn to manipulate other horses to gain more status. Sometimes horses gain status in the herd from an affiliation with another horse, so adding or subtracting one individual can often disrupt the hierarchy. An existing herd is always reluctant to accept a new member, unless and until it shows contrition and a willingness to respect the APRIL 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020

leadership and be a good citizen in the herd. As predictable as the tides, when a new horse seeks acceptance into the herd, the existing herd members will aggressively drive the horse away, as if to say, “We don't like you and we don't want you.” The new horse continues to seek acceptance, feeling as if his life is dependent on being accepted. He lowers his head in a subordinate posture, as if to say, “Please, I'll do anything if you let me in. I'll follow the rules, respect the hierarchy and be a good herd-mate.” Eventually, the existing herd members will back off and allow the new horse provisional membership in the herd. The new kid will work his way up the hierarchy to its rightful place and may become bonded with other herd-mates. Relationships Are Complicated In a stable herd of any size, feral or domestic, the horses all know their position in the herd and are accepted members. Large herds of horses usually have factions, or smaller sub-herds of horses that like to be together. Within a large herd there are horses that like each other and others who do not; there are friends, rivals and enemies. Horses prefer to hang out with their buddies and bonded horses will have each others' back. There are many cooperative and philanthropic behaviors that occur between bonded horses, including protection and fighting off an aggressive horse. Within any herd of horses, individuals may form specially bonded relationships with one or two other individuals. In natural herds, bonded individuals (who behaviorists refer to as “associates”) are often related by blood. Stallions can be extremely possessive of mares and entirely hostile towards marauding stallions. Horses in the herd, either domesticated or feral, can be possessive of some horses and jealous of other horses. Sometimes domesticated horses may become possessive over their humans and are jealous or combative if another horse approaches or gets attention from its human. Forced Marriages In domestication, horses don't get to choose their herd-mates. Usually humans make that choice, organizing herds according to their own convenience, often without regard to the horse's natural behavior. Consequently, the horses may not like each other, sometimes bullies are in charge and/or the hierarchy can be unstable. Often, adding or subtracting one individual can change the herd dynamic in surprising ways, because there were false or forced relationships to begin with. (24)

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There is never a void of leadership in a horse herd, either domesticated or feral. If the alpha individual is suddenly removed, another horse will immediately step in as alpha – theoretically, the strongest natural leader emerges, either male or female. But what happens if none of the horses in a forced herd are natural leaders? What happens when there are multiple beta horses, all scrapping for dominance? In domestication, although there will always be a leader in the herd, it may not always be a good one. Geldings, although neutered, can often display stallion-like behaviors when it comes to possessing mares, fighting off other geldings and even mating. Of course, mares are usually not neutered and therefore may display unpleasant behaviors in estrus, wreaking havoc in the herd for a 4-5 days every few weeks. Interestingly, in feral herds, the mares usually only come into heat once a year, shortly after foaling, then are pregnant again for the remaining 11 months of the year. Domesticated mares that are not bred may cycle most or all of the year, causing a lot of frustration and angst in the herd. Many large horse operations segregate horses by gender, to avoid the unpleasantness of a mixed-gender herd. I've seen it plenty of times – a large group of geldings co-existing peacefully, and the same of mares. But put one gelding in the mare pen or one mare in the gelding pen and there's kicking, squealing, chasing and hair flying. But for many horse owners, segregating horses by gender isn't a realistic option. Even horses that don't like each other may become a tight-knit herd, when that's their only choice. But they may never become bonded associates. A horse's preference or disdain for another horse can be hard to know in a small, forced herd where they have no choice but to hang out together. In larger herds, it may be hard to know which horse are enemies because horses that dislike each other don't have to interact. A manager of a herd of 200 saddle horses once told me that they bought about a dozen horses a year and those horses were quarantined together, then at some point, integrated to run with the larger herd. Because the horses were quarantined together and then were pitted against the whole herd as the “unwanteds,” they often became their own faction, staying together as a sub-group for the rest of their tenure at the ranch, as if that traumatic experience had bonded them for life. Relationships between horses can be complicated and the preferences or disdain they show for others can play out like a Brated soap opera at times. This makes integrating new horses into a herd a huge challenge. It pays to be very deliberate, move slowly and test the waters carefully, so horses don't get hurt. Flight or Fight Flight is the most defining characteristic of the horse, a trait that made the equine species difficult to domesticate some five to ten thousand years ago. Horses generally choose flight over other options, but when motivated to fight, they are very well equipped. Horse fights are very violent, and stallions may even fight to the death. In a normal herd setting, horses constantly make threatening gestures to others or lash out with a kick or bite. Minor horse-onhorse aggression is normal; but if the herd is in a constant state of argument and aggression, some rearrangement may be needed. A horse has three weapons in his arsenal – his teeth, his front feet and his hind feet. Biting, striking and kicking are the horse's arsenal and his teeth are his most deadly weapon. When horses fight to kill, APRIL 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020

they generally bite the jugular. Consequently, when male horses spar, or play-fight, they often bite at the throat. It's important to distinguish between aggressive kicking and defensive kicking – most often it's the latter that we see. When a dominant horse attacks a subordinate, the subordinate horse kicks out in defense, often with one leg, and then runs away. The kick buys him time. Aggressive kicking is typically accompanied by squealing (a terribly loud scream) and the horse is usually kicking double-barrels and backing into the other horse (who may be doing the same). Horses kicking butt-to-butt are very serious about the fight and this is a very dangerous situation. When two unfamiliar horses meet, they generally come nose-tonose and smell each other's breath, then go nose-to-genitals and smell there before coming back head-to-head. At that point you may see aggressive posturing (raised neck, arched back, swishy tail, stomping) and hear a squeal, meaning aggression may ensue. Any result is possible when two unknown horses meet: they may be indifferent to each other, like each other, hate each other or want to kill each other. Most often, horses are indifferent or get along. When they don't, sparks may fly and horses may get hurt. Mitigation Techniques Introducing a new horse into a herd is best done slowly and with calculation, to minimize the risk of injury. There are so many variables in the herd size and dynamics, the facilities available and the temperament of the horses, that it is difficult to offer suggestions that work in any situation. But over the decades, I've learned some tricks that may help ease the transition. (continued)

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INTRODUCING A HORSE TO THE HERD, continued First, I like to quarantine the new horse for a week or two. Not only does this help reduce the spread of illness, it also allows the horse time to get used to his new environment and become acquainted with his new human family. It allows me time to get to know the horse and evaluate his temperament before introducing him to the rest of the herd. Next, I like to let the new horse be in a pen that shares a common fence with the herd. I want the fence to be tall (at least five feet) and solid (to hold up to kicking, striking and leaning on both sides). I may only do this for short periods while I observe what horses are friendly and which are aggressive. I may leave the new horse next to the herd for days, as he gets to know the players. Since more horses are friendly than aggressive, chances are good that some of the horses in the herd will be interested in making friends with the new horse. As I observe the initial interactions over the fence, I can determine which horses will be jealous or possessive and which horses are interested in the new horse. If I can, I will allow the new horse to meet one or two of the friendly horses without the fence in between – turning them out together for some time before introducing the rest of the herd. That way, the new horse may have a friend when he meets the whole herd. Sometimes it's feasible to add one horse at a time to the new horse's pen, until the whole herd is together. Often, identifying the one dominant horse that is causing the conflict and removing that horse from the equation, allows everyone else to get along just fine. I would keep that horse isolated from the herd for a week or two, while the new guy settles in and finds his place. Be careful not to break up alliances in the existing

herd, as you introduce the horses one at a time. A jealous, dominant horse may come uncorked when he sees his BFF with the new guy. If I have any concerns about aggression when I put the horses all together, I'll recruit help from one or two friends. Armed with training flags or whips to wave and make noise, we'll referee the first meeting. If the horses become aggressive, we'll shout and wave the flags to break them up and then remove the troublemakers. A little solitary confinement may make the aggressive horse rethink his behavior next time, while the new horse gets comfortable with the rest of the herd. Fighting horses are scary and dangerous, so proceed with great caution. Most importantly, take your time when integrating a new horse into a herd and employ a strategy. Do your best to know the temperaments of the horses and who the main players will be. Most of the time, horses will work out their differences and find a new order in the herd in a matter of hours, but occasionally, horses can be injured. Whatever you can do to reduce the risk and stress level will help the horses. Julie Goodnight is the host and producer of Horse Master, a popular how-to horse training series that aired weekly for more than a decade, with 260 episodes. She now travels the world to produce compelling horse TV, and educates horse owners everywhere, sharing her no-nonsense horsemanship with riders of all disciplines. Goodnight is experienced with many kinds of riding – she grew up on the hunter-jumper circuits in Florida and is now at home in the West. She and her husband, Rich Moorhead, a skiindustry professional, reside near Salida, Colorado. Visit www.JulieGoodnight.com and stay in touch by following @JulieGoodnight on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

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MAY 1-3 11th Annual CMHA Lope For Hope Fuzzy Show (not a year end point approved show) Year End Point Approved Shows:

MAY 15-17 • JUNE 12-14 • JULY 10-12 • JULY 24-26 • AUGUST 28-30 FRIDAY beginning at 6pm NO BLING FRIDAY!! *SHOW CLOTHES and BATHING/BANDING of horse OPTIONAL for Friday night only* *Pattern walk through at 5:45 pm *Trail classes #1-7 will run “at will” *ALL exhibitors in classes #1-7 MUST BE CHECKED-IN at the in gate by 8:00 pm 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Trail In Hand Trail Walk/Trot 11 & under Trail Walk/Trot 12-18 Trail Walk/Trot 19-39 Trail Walk/Trot 40 & over Trail Green Rider Trail 13 & under

SATURDAY beginning at 8am 8. 9. 10. 11.

Halter Jackpot (ineligible for Gr\Res) Halter Geldings/Stallions 3 & Over Halter Mares 3 & over Halter 2 yr. olds & under Grand/Res. Halter 1st & 2nd from 9-11 12. Color Class-judged 100% on color 13. Lunge Line 2 yr. olds & under 14. Showmanship Jackpot 15. Showmanship Walk/Trot 40 & over 16. Showmanship Walk/Trot 19-39 17. Showmanship Walk/Trot 12-18 18. Showmanship Walk/Trot 11 & under 19. Showmanship 40 & over 20. Showmanship 19-39 21. Showmanship 14-18 22. Showmanship 13 & under 23. Showmanship Green Rider 24. Showmanship Pee Wee 11 & under 25. Showmanship Lead Line 7 & under *LUNCH BREAK minimum 30 minutes 26. English Pleasure Jackpot 27. English Pleasure Walk/Trot 40 & over 28. English Pleasure Walk/Trot 19-39 29. English Pleasure Walk/Trot 12-18 30. English Pleasure Walk/Trot 11 & under 31. English Pleasure Sr. Horse 6 & over 32. English Pleas. Green Rider 1st Yr. Canter 33. English Pleasure 40 & over 34. English Pleasure 19-39 35. English Pleasure 14-18 36. English Pleasure 13 & under

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SUNDAY beginning at 8am 51. Trail Jackpot 52. Trail 40 & Over 53. Trail 19-39 54. Trail 14-18 55. Trail Pee Wee Walk 11 & under 56. Trail Lead Line 7 & under 57. Lead Line Eq/HMS 7 & under 58. Pee Wee Walk Eq/HMS 11 & under LUNCH BREAK 59. Western Pleasure Jackpot 60. Western Pleasure Walk/Trot 40 & over 61. Western Pleasure Walk/Trot 19-39 62. Western Pleasure Walk/Trot 12-18 63. Western Pleasure Walk/Trot 11 & under 64. Western Pleasure Sr. Horse 6 & over 65. Western Pl. Green Rider 1st Yr. Lope 66. Western Pleasure 40 & over 67. Western Pleasure 19-39 68. Western Pleasure 14-18 69. Western Pleasure 13 & under 70. Western Pleasure Jr Horse 5 & under 71. Western Horsemanship W/T 40 & over 72. Western Horsemanship W/T 19-39 73. Western Horsemanship W/T 12-18 74. Western Horsemanship W/T 11 & under 75. Western HMS Green Rider 1st Yr. Lope 76. Western Discipline Rail-Open 77. Western Horsemanship Jackpot 78. Western Horsemanship 40 & over 79. Western Horsemanship 19-39 80. Western Horsemanship 14-18 81. Western Horsemanship 13 & under Family Oriented & A Friendly Atmosphere

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Western Dressage: Tack & Attire By Lynn Palm | www.lynnpalm.com So you want to get involved in Western Dressage, but aren't sure if you have the proper tack and attire. Not to worry! You'll be glad to know you don't need special tack, equipment or rider attire in order to show in this discipline. Your western saddle, headstall and reins may be used. Riders can perform the tests in either a standard western snaffle bit, which is defined in the current USEF rule book, or in a standard western bit which is also defined there. According to the Western Dressage Association of America's (WDAA) website (www.westerndressageassociation.org), “the WDAA will request a change in the USEF rules regarding bits. The WDAA will request changes which will require, at the lowest test levels, the use of a snaffle bit only, along with a cavesson which is loose enough to permit two fingers comfortably between the cavesson and the horse's nose.” Rider attire should be "conservative and workman-like." I interpret this as a well-shaped hat to fit your features, a starched long-sleeve shirt and choker scarf tie, tied with a square knot and the same color chaps as your pants, and western boots. Don't be concerned if your tack is basic. When it comes to Western Dressage, judges are seeking conservative ranch or schooling equipment. This means no silver, a Navajo blanket under the saddle, a breast collar if your horse needs it, bridle browband or two-ear, snaffle or curb bit, curb chain or leather strap, and western split or romal reins. Keep in mind that a Western Dressage horse is expected to work with lighter contact than the traditional dressage horse. Balance, cadence and carriage are still important, but judges will evaluate horses based on the conformation and movement found in today's Western horses. Horses are asked to walk, jog and lope instead of walk, trot and canter. As stated on the WDAA website: “It is not the goal of Western Dressage to create western horses that compete in open dressage, but to create better western horses and riders through the use and principles of dressage.” “Western Dressage is trained and shown in specific levels which build on each other and which reflect the development of the skills and abilities of both the horse and rider. The tests ridden in shows are used as a measure of the correctness of the horse's (as well as the rider's) schooling.” Here are the areas judges will be looking at closely: · Gaits: Does the horse move freely and with regularity? · Impulsion: Does the horse show willing forward movement with roundness and elasticity? · Submission: Does the horse exhibit confidence and acceptance of the bit? Does the horse show harmony with rider and overall lightness of movement? · Rider's position and seat: Does the rider have correct position and is he/she able to be effective with the aids? We would love to have you come ride with us. We love to share our dressage backgrounds and knowledge with you. You can join us at our Ocala, Florida, farm or at one of our Ride Well Clinics on our USA Tour at a location near you. APRIL 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020

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Saturday, July 11th Tuscola 4-H Horse Leaders Open Show $4.00 per class or $30 all day (same horse/rider combination). Trophies and ribbons 1st-6th place. Contact Amy Kotsch (989) 683-3271 Saturday & Sunday, July 18th & 19th Ride For A Cure Benefit Open Show $4.00 per class. Sat. Trail, Speed and Fun Classes 2pm start (entries open1pm). Sun. Pleasure Show, 9am start. All proceeds to local cancer patients. T-shirts for purchase can be worn in place of show shirts! Contact and T-Shirts: Jackie Garner (989) 302-0191, or email: jd070409@gmail.com

Saturday, May 2nd – 10:00 a.m. Start Blessing Of The Horses FREE Warm-Up Open Show Entry Booth Opens 9:00 a.m. Lunch Provided. Get Ready for Show Season! Janet Swarthout email: jkswar @yahoo.com or call/text Jackie Garner (989) 302-0191 Saturday, June 6th Comb & Curry 4-H Club Open Show $4.00 per class or $30 all day (same horse/rider combination). 3 Jackpot Classes up to $100 added money. Contact Kristal Baker (989) 660-9064 Saturday, June 13th Wranglers 4-H Club Open Show $4.00 per class or $30 all day (same horse/rider combination). Contact Holly Harp (810) 358-8477 Saturday, June 27th Boots & Bridle 4-H Club Open Show $4.00 per class or $30 all day (same horse/rider combination). Great awards! Rosette ribbons 2nd-6th place, extra large rosette for 1st. High point awards for all age groups. Call Amy Kotsch (989) 683-3271

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Homemade Grooming Supplies By Lisa Skylis, Reporter at Large | Email: skylisli@msu.edu Spring Cleaning As spring sweeps across the Midwest, horse owners dust themselves off and prepare for all the increased equestrian activities that warmer weather brings. Hold on – that was actually a whole lot of dust you just shook off! When did things around the barn get this dirty? If you've been collecting dust all winter, spring is the perfect time to deep clean your barn and most importantly your horse. Slowly but surely the warmer, wetter weather ushers in lush pastures and turns your horse into a muddy mess. Before you turn your focus on the barn, follow these simple but effective recipes to make your very own grooming supplies. Most of the ingredients can be found at a grocery store, health food store, or in your own cupboard! DRY SHAMPOO FOR HORSES Materials: · large spray bottle · 1/2 cup fractionated coconut oil · 1 cup witch hazel · 1 tbs. aritha powder · 2 tbs. aloe vera gel · 1 cup boiling water · 1/2-1 cup tepid water · essential oils (optional) Method: Combine coconut oil, witch hazel, and aloe vera in spray bottle. Then, in a small bowl, slowly combine the aritha powder and the boiling water and allow it to sit for five minutes. Next, pour the liquid aritha into your spray bottle. Finally, add enough tepid water to fill your spray bottle but leaving enough room shake the spray bottle thoroughly. Application: Before each use, be sure to shake the spray bottle for a few seconds because the ingredients will separate. Either spray the shampoo directly onto the dirty areas of your horse or spray it onto a towel or clean rag and then rub the shampoo on. Use a dry towel to scrub the dirt away. QUICK N' EASY GROOMING WIPES Materials: · 3/4 cup distilled water · 1 tsp. fractionated coconut oil · 1/4 cup witch hazel · essential oils (optional) · 5-10 clean rags or 10-15 shop towels · gallon sized Ziplock bag Method: Combine all ingredients into a small bowl and mix until it's evenly distributed. Fit several clean rags or shop towels into the gallon ziplock bag. Now, add enough of the liquid from the bowl to make the cloths or shop towels moist, but not dripping wet. Keep these wet wipes stored in their Ziplock and on hand for any messes. HOMEMADE TAIL AND MANE DETANGLER Materials: · 1/3 cup of your favorite horse or human conditioner · 2 cups apple cider vinegar · 2 tbs. fractionated coconut oil · about 1-1 1/2 cup distilled water · a funnel · 32 oz. spray bottle Method: In a small bowl, blend the coconut oil and conditioner until smooth. Then, place the funnel over the spray bottle and slowly pour the mixture in. Next, still using the funnel, add apple cider vinegar and enough water to fill the bottle until it is roughly 3/4 of the way full. APRIL 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020

Application: Shake the bottle thoroughly before using. Apply a moderate amount to a brushed tail or mane starting at the base. Work your way down the mane or tail massaging the detangler into the hair. If over-applied, be sure to rinse out any excess detangler. Use at least weekly and watch your horse's hair quality improve. DO-IT-YOURSELF SADDLE SOAP Materials: · 1 bar solid glycerin · 1/4-1/2 cup cream or whole milk · either olive oil or neatsfoot oil · essential oil for fragrance (optional) · medium-sized sealed container Method: First, roughly cut the glycerin bar into small chunks and place it in a microwave safe bowl. Then, melt the glycerin in the microwave using a medium power at 30 second intervals, stirring in between. After the glycerin has melted, add your cream or milk to the bowl, starting with 1/4 cup only. Now it's time to add the oils of your choice and stir until well blended. Lastly, pour the mixture into the container and let it cool until your soap fully forms. Application: Before you begin cleaning your saddle, remove any fittings from your saddle and unfasten any buckles. Wipe your saddle down with a damp (not wet) sponge or towel to remove any dirt, dust, or grit and allow it time to dry. After drying, drip several drops of water onto your saddle soap bar and rub your damp sponge across it. Work the soap into your saddle by scrubbing in a circular motion and don't forget the undersides or hard-to-reach spots. Then, use a clean and dry cloth to wipe off all of the soap residue from the saddle. Next, lightly apply the leather conditioner of your choice and allow the saddle to dry completely. Finally, you can reassemble your sparkling clean saddle. Scenting Your Homemade Grooming Supplies As alternative medicine methods become more popular for horses, many of us now find our cupboards well-stocked with essential oils. You may have noticed, most of the recipes for homemade grooming supplies in this article list essential oils as an optional ingredient. In this instance, the primary purpose of adding the oils is for aromatic purposes. While they can never replace the knowledge of your veterinarian, incorporating essential oils and aromatherapy into your horse's care regimen may be of some benefit to their emotional health. Simply put, aromatherapy is the therapeutic use of plant essences, or essential oils. Essential oils are often used in equine massage, in compresses, and in ointments. One easy way to test out aromatherapy with your horse is to simply unscrew the bottle's (30)

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HOMEMADE GROOMING SUPPLIES, continued cap, let your horse sniff, and observe their reaction. Positive indicators for the particular scent would be if your horse demonstrates relaxing behaviors like chewing, licking, or sighing. Although most of aromatherapy is discovered by trial and error, there are a few safety precautions that must be observed. § Never apply essential oils to your horse's skin without diluting them. As your horse's skin is significantly more sensitive than our own, you must first dilute the oil in an unscented lotion, castile soap, or any basic oil. § Never allow your horse to ingest an essential oil; they are only to be used topically. § If your horse is particularly sensitive, first apply a small amount of the diluted oil on a test area and monitor for a skin reaction. If you're wondering what combination of oils to use in the above recipes, here are a few suggestions to get you started! § Chamomile + Lavender: soothing, calming, anti-anxiety § Rosemary + Eucalyptus: rejuvenating, promotes hair growth § Lemongrass + Eucalyptus: increases learning retention, and grounding About Lisa Skylis: Lisa Skylis is an MSU Alumna with a degree in Animal Sciences and a regular contributor to Saddle Up! Magazine. She is a horse enthusiast and avid supporter of therapeutic riding. Lisa is a professional freelance writer and inquiries can be sent via email to: skylisli@msu.edu if you have an article idea you wish her to write.

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2020 Michigan Horse Expo A Huge Success! March 6-8, 2020 | MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI | www.mihorseexpo.com | Facebook: Michigan Horse Expo Thursday Night President’s Gala Colonel Don Packard hosted the 4th annual MI Horse Council’s President’s Gala at the Kellogg Center at MSU on Thursday, March 5th from 6 pm to 8 pm. All of the main clinicians: Craig Cameron, Bill Thomas, Cole Cameron, Brandi Lyons, Michael Gascon, Kelsey Lauberth, Cat Zimmerman, Melissa Ashcraft, Dalton Morris and their training staff were on hand to mix and mingle with our MI Horse Council Board and friends. A delicious small plate dinner was served by the Kellogg Center, campfire cowboy music was provided by the Two Outlaws and a Good Guy from Midland, MI and a great time was had by all. There were 70 people in attendance enjoying the kick off of the 2020 Michigan Horse Expo to be held the upcoming weekend. We hope to see more people join us next year, Thursday, March 11th as we welcome in the clinicians and their training staff to our premier Michigan 2021 equine event. Michigan Horse Expo, Friday, Saturday and Sunday March 6, 7 & 8: Once again the MI Horse Expo had a sold out vendor area with a wide variety of items for every equine enthusiast to purchase. Vendor responses have since been very positive and all are looking forward to a great year at next year’s 2021 Expo to be held March 12, 13 & 14. Several new exhibitors in both booth and stall areas are very excited about returning next year. The horse area featured Quarter Horses, Gypsy Vanners, Gypsy Cobs, Arabians, Dutch Harness, Haflinger, Appaloosa, Standardbred, Rocky Mountain, Saddlebred and Friesians. Responses to the new format of the Horse Presentation Hour were overwhelmingly positive and the stands were always full of spectators to watch these beautiful breeds of equines. The Gascon group were a wonderful and energizing addition this year! Kelsey, Michael and their crew are so positive and enjoyable to work with, they wowed audiences whenever they performed. The Color Guard presentation was, as always a wonderful addition. Participant support came from Mounted Divisions representing Augusta Twp. Mounted Patrol, St. Joseph County Mounted Division, Ottawa County Mounted Unit, Eaton County Mounted Division, Saginaw County Sheriff’s Office, Jackson County Mounted Unit, Oakland County Mounted Division, Cheboygan County Sheriff Department, Macomb County Sheriff’s Mounted Division, and the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Unit. The rodeo is always a HUGE draw and a big thanks needs to be sent to the Michigan High School Rodeo and the team that makes this exciting event happen. Craig and Cole Cameron from Texas, were two of our featured clinicians. Craig is a legend in the equine industry, having many equine accomplishments and developments under his belt. Craig and Cole assisted Bill Thomas with the featured 4 piece Reined Cow Horse clinics that led up to the Shoot Out Reined Cow Horse competition on Sunday morning. Top riders from Indiana, Kentucky, Ontario and Michigan were featured. Joe Coalter and Craig Cameron were our hosts for the show. Our Champion was Joe Harper from Kentucky. Joe’s 1st place prize earnings were $1,000 in cash, a cow horse bronze trophy and a custom Todd Bowman (TN) bit. Our Reserve Champion was Brandy Johnson, who was APRIL 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020

also from Kentucky. Brandy’s reserve place winnings were $500 in cash and a pair of custom Todd Bowman (TN) spurs. Every Shoot Out competitor received an embroidered Ariat sponsor shirt. Thank you to all of our sponsors, Craig and Cole Cameron, Bill Thomas, Deena Dunkle, the Shoot Out competitors and the clinic riders for their assistance in making this a top notch program featuring one of the nation’s hottest cow events on the equestrian scene right now. Craig and Cole Cameron brought us many elements of their broad talent to the 2020 Michigan Horse Expo. Cole taught several clinics on colt starting. Craig and Cole teamed up for a session to talk about their “Ride Smart Horsemanship” program. Saturday afternoon they entertained us with a taste of Craig’s “Extreme Cowboy Challenge” program that he has developed. The MI Horse Council was thankful to have their level of talent and expertise at the 2020 Expo to share with our equine community. The Western Heritage Equine School Program was our largest group of students, parents and teachers ever! Trish Jegla and Bruce Deur headed up this fantastic program welcoming more than 500 participants all from home school groups throughout Michigan. These families and school groups enjoyed a round pen opening where everyone received a cowboy bandana, a taste of the fastpaced “Never Give Up Tour” in the main arena and six hands-on stations throughout the expo hall, and then a closing program back in the round pen. Forty tour guides were on hand to take these groups around in small numbers of 15-20 students to presentation stations like the draft horse area with the Loveland’s, the life of the race horse with Dr. Brian and Irene Nielsen, a race cart assimilator with Mike Carlo from Northville Downs, roping lessons from the MI High School Rodeo students, learning about equine careers with MSU staff, a real chuck wagon and cattle drive lesson with John and Lynn German, Grace Adventures Camp, small animals and games from Northfork Farms, Custer’s Cowboys action shooting, a cutting horse assimilator from NCHA, trick roping with Dalton Morris, Arabian horses with Dee Bozek, Majestic Farm Friesian’s, Shannon Stafford’s Equine Dentistry, Brandon at Findlay University, EAGALA and youth equine programs from MIHA. Our friends from Two Outlaws and a Good Guy entertained students with campfire cowboy music. We want to thank everyone involved for their part in helping share the wonderful world of horses with these students and their families! For 2020, the MI Horse Expo increased some activity areas. The rodeo area had a full schedule with offerings for roping lessons, trick roping lessons and Smarty Roping competition for prizes. The Trails Room offered some campfire cowboy music by Two Outlaws and a Good Guy, knot-tieing with Bill and Cricket Nelson, information and handouts on state campgrounds from Trevor and the DNR team, some trails specific seminars and a chuck wagon offering information on campfire cooking. Of course making an expo a success falls to many people that work hard behind the scenes. Thank you from the Michigan Horse Council board of directors for everyone’s many hours of assistance for making the 2020 Michigan Horse Expo a huge success! Visit the MI Horse Council at: www.michiganhorsecouncil.com or find us on Facebook: Michigan Horse Council (32)

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APRIL APRIL 17-19 – MJMHA Classic Horse Show. Morgan, Saddlebred, Challenge of the Breeds, Please Take Note: more. Ingham Co. Fairgrounds, 700 E. Ash St., Some of eventsKollien listed313.207.8194, within our MI.the Sherry Mason, pages skollien@gmail.com. may NOT take place due to theat: Online email: on Facebook. or find us www.mjmha.com, Coronavirus pandemic threat throughout our country. Please check with event co18 – GlassEd USDF L Program Dressage APRIL ordinators, Facebook pagesEye or websites II. Nancy G Upgrade Your Judging Clinic. before attending any event late April Rd.orS., Mile Center, 11039in29 Held Equestrian early May 2020. Janice 517.525.9412, Albion, MI. ofContact or visit us online email: msgeo86@aol.com, Please be safe and stay well! at: www.glass-ed.org APRIL 18 – Introduction To Working Equitation Clinic, 2:30-4:30pm. Learn the basics and try the obstacles. $50 per person. Miracle Ranch, 3380 Morrow Lane, Milford, MI. Contact Karen Rach 586.242.7351, or email: kl_rach@yahoo.com, or www.rachriding.com APRIL 18 – Kal-Val Saddle Club Pleasure & Speed Show. Pleasure 8:30am, speed not before 4:30pm. Kal-Val Saddle Club, 9853 S. 34th St., Scotts, MI. Contact Shajnett Huffman 269.567.8708, email: huffman.shajnett7@ gmail.com, or find us on Facebook. APRIL 18 – SHTRA Work Bee, Clean Up and Trail Maintenance, 9am-5pm. Noon lunch, dish to pass. Earn camping hours. Sleepy Hollow State Park, 7835 E. Price Rd., Laingsburg, MI. Contact Marsha Putnam 989.661.2541, email: marken68@aol.com, or visit: shtra.org APRIL 18 – Waterloo Hunt Club Hunter Trails, 9:30am start. Waterloo Hunt Club, 11500 Glenn Road, Grass Lake, MI. Contact Arlene 517.960.9417, email: actaylor@umich.edu, visit www.waterloohuntclub.com or find “Waterloo Hunt Club” on Facebook. APRIL 18-19 – Dressage At Albion College, USDF Show. Nancy G. Held Equestrian Center, 11039 29 Mile Rd. South, Albion, MI. More information online at: www.albioncollege.edu or on Facebook: Albion College Equestrian APRIL 18-19 – Great Lakes Distance Riding Assoc. Brighton Ride. Contact Lisa Germann 734.748.0425, email us at: blueskyfarmlg@ comcast.net. Online at: www.gldrami.org or find “Great Lakes Distance Riding Association” on Facebook.

APRIL 19 – Grosse Point Equestrian Club MDA Participating Show. Grosse Point Equestrian, 655 Cook Rd., Grosse Point Woods, MI. Contact Danielle 810.449.5095, email: danielledouglass89@gmail.com. Facebook: MDAdressage, or www.midwestdressage.org APRIL 19 – MSU Spartan Spring Warm-Up Show, 8am start. Show clothes optional, feedback classes. Camping $30. MSU Pavilion, 4301 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI. Email: spartanwarmupshow@outlook.com, or on Facebook: SpartanWarmUp APRIL 24 – GLCHA Clinic. Slippery F Ranch, 9770 Butler Rd., Nashville, MI. Contact Dan Agnew 248.765.1821, email: dan.agnew1 @gmail.com. Visit www.glcha.com or find “Great Lakes Cutting Horse Association” on Facebook or Instagram. APRIL 24-26 – MQHYA Spartan Spectacular. AQHA and MQHA approved. MSU Pavilion, 4301 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI. Contact MQHA office 616.225.8211, or email: mqha@hotmail.com, or visit us online on Facebook or at www.miquarterhorse.com APRIL 25 – MCFA Wagon Wheel Series Open Horse Show. Casual show with classes for everyone! 9am start. Muskegon County Fairgrounds, 6621 Heights Ravenna Road, Fruitport, MI. Contact Christy 616.402.3445, email: deal.christy.l@gmail.com APRIL 25 – YSTRA Equine Shot Clinic with Dr. Rachelle Bennecke, 8am-noon. Yankee Springs Horseman’s Campground, Duffy Road, Hastings, MI. Find us on Facebook or visit www.ystra.org for more information. APRIL 25-26 – Buckskin Horse Assoc. of MI Show. Ingham County Fairgrounds, 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. Email: bhamshow@gmail. com. www.michiganbuckskin.org or Facebook APRIL 25-26 – GLCHA Championship Show. Slippery F Ranch, 9770 Butler Rd., Nashville, MI. Contact Dan Agnew 248.765.1821, email: dan.agnew1@gmail.com. Visit us online at: www.glcha.com or find Great Lakes Cutting Horse Association on Facebook and Instagram. APRIL 25-26 – MI High School Rodeo Assoc. Crosswinds Arena Rodeo. Sat. start 10am. Sun. start 9am. No arrivals before 7PM Friday. Crosswinds Arena, 10400 Assyria Rd. (M-66), Nashville MI. Contact Marc 517.819.7246 or online at: www.mihsra.com APRIL 26 – Buchanan Westerners Fuzzy Horse Show, 8:30 am start. Buchanan Westerners Riding Club, 14665 Mead Road, Buchanan, MI. More information online at: www.buchanan westerners.com, or “Buchanan Westerners” can be found on Facebook.

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APRIL 26 – Fuzzy 50/50 Fun Show. 50% Pleasure & 50% Speed. Series show 1 of 3. Casual dress. Barry County Fairgrounds, 1350 M-37, Hastings, MI. Contact Theresa Ferris 269.838.2308, or email: kherp@mei.net APRIL 26 – Hungerford Trail Riders Assoc. and West MI Trail Riders Group Ride. 10am start. Mosher Meadows, 1102 W. Wilke Rd., Rothbury, MI. Contact Karen 231.250.9369, email: hungerfordtrailriders@gmail.com. Find us on Facebook or www.hungerfordtrailriders.org APRIL 26 – MSU Horse Training Demo, Hands On (8 riders only), Lunch Included. Horse Sale Presentation. 9am start. Pre-register auditors $25, at the door $35. MSU Horse Teaching & Research Ctr., 3327 Collins Rd., Lansing, MI. Paula 517.355.7484, email: phitzler@msu.edu APRIL 26 – Open Casual Speed Series. 1pm start. Muskegon County Fairgrounds, 6621 Heights Ravenna Road, Fruitport, MI. For more information, contact Christy 616.402.3445, or email: deal.christy.l@gmail.com APRIL 26 – Woodbine Farms MDA Participating Show. Woodbine Farms, 9976 Liberty Rd., Chelsea, MI. Contact Sari 502.314.3411, or email: sariclapperton@hotmail.com. Find us on Facebook: “MDAdressage” or visit us online at: www.midwestdressage.org APRIL 29 - MAY 3 – HJAM Welcome Show I. Waterloo Hunt Club, 11500 Glenn Road, Grass Lake, MI. Email: info@hjam.net, visit www.hjam.net online, or find “Hunter Jumper Association of Michigan” on Facebook.

MAY MAY 1-2 – Boots N Jeans Speed Show, Friday 5pm reg., 6pm start. Boots N Jeans Get Up N Go Fuzzy Show Saturday 8am reg., 9am start. Branch County Fairgrounds, 262 S. Sprague St., Coldwater, MI. Donna 517.617.2436, email donnajmarsh222@yahoo.com, or Facebook. MAY 1-2 – MApHA Spring Horse Show, Ingham County Fairgrounds, 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. Brad Stirling 810.790.0709. Stalls: Sharon 517.589.9711, email: appaloosastalls @yahoo.com or visit: www.wmarapp.org MAY 1-2 – Eaton County Box Stall Benefit Shows. Fri. 6:30 pm, Sat. 9am. Eaton County Fairgrounds, 1025 Cochran Ave., Charlotte, MI. Email Kelsie at newmank202@gmail.com, or find us on Facebook: “Eaton County Box Stall Benefit Shows.” MAY 1-3 – CMHA 11th Annual Lope For Hope All Breed Fuzzy Show. 8am start. Shiawassee County Fairgrounds, 2900 Hibbard Rd., Corunna, MI. Katie 989.666.4867, email: cmha secretary@gmail.com, on Facebook or visit us online: https://cmhainfo.weebly.com/ WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Show & Event Dates MI SHOWS, cont. MAY 1-3 – MApHA Spring Show. Fri. 2pm start, Sat. & Sun. 8am start. Ingham County Fairgrounds, 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. Show info: Brad Stirling 810.790.0709, stalls: Sharon Clark 571.589.9711, email: appaloosastalls@ yahoo.com. Online at: www.michappclub.com MAY 2 – Blessing of the Horse FREE Warm-Up Open Show. 10am start, entries open 9am. Lunch provided! Tuscola County Fairgrounds, Caro, MI (entrance on M-81, next to Pizza Hut). Janet email: jkswar@yahoo.com, or Jackie 989.302.0191 or www.tuscolacountyfair.org MAY 2 – Custers Cowboys New Shooter Clinic, reg. 9am, 9:45 start, $100. R Bar C Ranch, 3341 E. Marshall Rd., Elsie, MI. Contact Clayton Case 989.307.0915, email: custers cowboys@yahoo.com. Find us on Facebook or www.cowboymountedshooting.com MAY 2 – Derby Day Jubilee benefitting Detroit Horse Power. Kentucky Derby daytime formal attire, hats, dinner, cocktails. Lyon Oaks Golf Banquet Center, 52251 Pontiac Trail, Wixom, MI. Tickets: derbydayjubilee@gmail.com or find “Derby Day Jubilee” on Facebook. MAY 2 – Genesee County Open 4-H Horse Show. 9am start. Everett A. Cummings Center, 6130 East Mt. Morris Road, Mt. Morris, MI. Contact Lori Eastwood 810.691.8365, email: eastwoodacres@aol.com MAY 2 – Jackson County 4-H Speed Show, 10am-6pm. Divisions: adult, youth, walk/trot and Cloverbud. Camp McGregor, 10380 Adams Rd., Clarklake, MI. Contact Courtney Killeen 760.622.7855, or email: jacksoncounty mi4h@gmail.com MAY 2 – Kal-Val Saddle Club Pleasure & Speed Show. Pleasure 8:30am, speed not before 4:30pm. Kal-Val Saddle Club, 9853 S. 34th St., Scotts, MI. Contact Shajnett Huffman 269.567.8708, email: huffman.shajnett7@ gmail.com, or find us on Facebook. MAY 2 – Poker Run: Walk Trot for MS. Asking for $20 donation for MS. Approx. 2 hr. ride, lots of prizes/dinner. Registration at Noon. Camping avail. Luzerne Trail Camp, Defree Rd., Luzerne, MI. Contact Libby Landris 989.745.5102, or email: libertytimmons@yahoo.com MAY 2 – Dressage & Working Equitation Dressage Show. 9:30am start. Barb Moss Judge. Miracle Ranch, 3380 Morrow Lane, Milford, MI. Contact Karen Rach 586.242.7351 (text okay), email: kl_rach@yahoo.com, or online at: www.rachridingacademy.com

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MAY 2 – Yoder Bros. Spring Horse & Carriage Auction. 4 auction rings! Riding and driving horses, carriages, tack & saddles. Isabella Co. Fairgrounds, 500 N. Mission, Mt. Pleasant, MI. Yoder Bros. Auction Service 989.386.9082 MAY 2-3 – Great Lakes Distance Riding Assoc. White River Spring Ride. Includes Intro. Ride. Contact Pete Wierengo 231.854.0092, email: wrrtec@aol.com. Online at: www.gldrami.org or find “Great Lakes Distance Riding Association” on Facebook. MAY 2-3 – Trail Obstacle Clinic with Susan Williams. 10 riders only, MFTA members $200. Non-members $250. Audit $15 per day (bring chair). Morning View Farms, 3075 Turkey Trail, Ionia, MI. Contact Charleen 517.983.3550. Hosted by: www.michiganfoxtrotters.com MAY 3 – Cowboy Church for horse lovers, 5pm start. All ages, all denominations welcome. Casual and entertaining format with music: English, western or vaulting. Free chuck wagon dinner. Victory Ranch, 58191 8 Mile Rd., Northville, MI. Text please: 248.410.4501 MAY 3 – Eaton Special Riding Open Show. 4-H Rules, Rich Fitch Judge. Proceeds to Eaton Co. Special Riding Program. Eaton County Fairgrounds, 1025 Cochran Ave., Charlotte, MI. Contact Dorothy Childs 517.763.3729, email: pchilds_2004@yahoo.com MAY 3 – Working Equitation and Dressage Schooling Show. Miracle Ranch, 3380 Morrow Lane, Milford, MI. Contact Karen Rach 586.242.7351, or email: kl_rach@yahoo.com or visit: www.rachriding.com MAY 6-10 – HJAM Welcome Show II. Waterloo Hunt Club, 11500 Glenn Road, Grass Lake, MI. Email: info@hjam.net, visit www.hjam.net online, or find “Hunter Jumper Association of Michigan” on Facebook. MAY 7-10 – MI Reining Horse Assoc. Delta Classic. Midland County Fairgrounds, 6905 Eastman Ave., Midland, MI. Contact Leslie Darrow, Pres. 989.450.1176, email: oakridge ph@yahoo.com or visit the MRHA online at: www.mrha.org, or on Facebook. MAY 8-9 – Oakland Co. Open Show Circuit Kick-Off Fuzzy Show, show clothes optional. Fri. 6:30pm, Sat. 8:30am. Springfield Oaks County Park, 12451 Andersonville Rd., Davisburg, MI. Jeff 248.202.0570, or showbill at: www.oakgov.com/msu/4h/Pages/events.aspx MAY 8-10 – Great Lakes Spring Circuit Show. AQHA, NSBA, MQHA approved. Fri. 6pm, Sat. & Sun. 8am. MSU Pavilion, 4301 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI. Tom Powers 616.262.2836, email: tomcpowers@aol.com. Visit us online at: www.tompowersfuturity.com

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MAY 8-10 – Ranch Horse Assoc. of MI Horse Show. Berrien Co. Youth Fairgrounds, 9122 US Hwy. 31, Berrien Springs, MI. Contact Sam 616.890.1190, or email: samholwerda@ yahoo.com. Facebook: Ranch Horse Assoc of Michigan or visit www.miranchhorse.com MAY 9 – Glass-Ed Ride-A-Test or Structured Lesson Clinic with Heather Walters (USDF Bronze & Silver Medalist). $50 members, $65 non-members. Register by May 4. Pine Lake Stables, 12300 Pine Lake Rd., Plainwell, MI. www.glass-ed.com or find us on Facebook. MAY 9-10 – American Horsemen Challenge Association Clinic & Challenge hosted by Great Lakes Horseman. Sat. Clinic, Sun. Challenge. North District Fairgrounds, 1320 N. Mitchell St., Cadillac, MI. Find us on Facebook or at: www.americanhorsemenchallenge.com MAY 9-10 – Buchanan Westerners Fuzzy Horse Show, 8:30 am start. Buchanan Westerners Riding Club, 14665 Mead Road, Buchanan, MI. More information online at: www.buchananwesterners.com, or find the “Buchanan Westerners” on Facebook. MAY 9-10 – Interscholastic Equestrian Association Dressage Nationals at Albion College. Nancy G. Held Equestrian Center, 11039 29 Mile Rd. South, Albion, MI. Contact Emily David 814.207.2603, email: emily@rideiea. org, or online: www.rideiea.org MAY 9-10 – Great Lakes Horseman’s Assoc. AHCA Sanctioned Challenge. 13 Div., 2 Rounds Per Day. Kalkaska County Fairgrounds, 1905 Fairground Dr., Kalkaska, MI. Show Mgr. Trina 231.510.5101, or Wendy 231.499.9601. Facebook: Great Lakes Horseman’s Association. MAY 9-10 – Michigan High School Rodeo. Saturday performance 1pm, Sunday 9am. Tyler Arena, 8982 E. M-21, Ovid, MI. Next to Tom’s Western Store. Email: contact@mihsra.com, visit: www.mihsra.com, or on Facebook. MAY 10 – 50/50 Fun Show. 50% Pleasure & 50% Speed. 9am start. Series show 2 of 3. Casual dress. Last show August 9. Barry County Fairgrounds, 1350 M-37, Hastings, MI. Contact Theresa Ferris 269.838.2308, or email: kherp@mei.net MAY 13-17 – HJAM Annual Horse Show Waterloo Hunt Club, 11500 Glenn Road, Grass Lake, MI. Email: info@hjam.net, visit www.hjam.net online, or find “Hunter Jumper Association of Michigan” on Facebook. MAY 14-17 – Fort Custer Horse Friends Assoc. Annual Spring Equestrian Camp Out. Fort Custer Recreation Area, 5163 Fort Custer Dr., Augusta, MI. Contact Nancy Simmonds 269.967.3613, email: nkshorselady@ yahoo.com. Visit: www.fchfa.org or Facebook. WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Show & Event Dates MAY 15-17 – CMHA Kickoff Classic All Breed Open Show. 8am start. Shiawassee County Fairgrounds, 2900 Hibbard Rd., Corunna, MI. Contact Katie 989.666.4867, email: cmha secretary@gmail.com, on Facebook or visit us at: https://cmhainfo.weebly.com/ MAY 15-17 – MI Apple Blossom Classic Open Show, 7pm start Fri. trail classes only, 8am start Sat. and Sun. MSU Pavilion, 4301 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI. Contact Carol Russell 517.655.4712, email: rtrainct@aol.com, or find MI Apple Blossom Classic on Facebook. MAY 16 – American Horsemen Challenge Association Clinic. Enchanted Acres, 5347 Grand Blanc Rd., Swartz Creek, MI. Call 810.730.0682, email: rhonda@ahcamail.com. Find us on Facebook or visit: www.american horsemenchallenge.com MAY 16 – GLCHA BBH Jackpot Cutting. BBH Farm, 7420 Turk Rd., Brooklyn, MI. Contact Tim Moore 517.403.0985. Visit www.glcha.com or find “Great Lakes Cutting Horse Association” on Facebook and Instagram. MAY 16 – Kal-Val Saddle Club Speed Only Show. 4:30pm start. Kal-Val Saddle Club, 9853 S. 34th St., Scotts, MI. Contact Shajnett Huffman 269.567.8708, email: huffman. shajnett7@gmail.com, or find “Kal Val Saddle Club” on Facebook. MAY 16-17 – Custers Cowboys Shoot. Sat. & Sun. 11am. 4 Stage DP Match $65. R Bar C Ranch, 3341 E. Marshall Rd., Elsie, MI. Contact Clayton Case 989.307.0915, email: custers cowboys@yahoo.com. Find us on Facebook or www.cowboymountedshooting.com MAY 16-17 – Hadley Hills CMO. Competitive Mounted Orienteering. Ortonville Recreation Equestrian Area, Fox Lake Rd West of Hadley Rd., Ortonville, MI. Steve Keim 810.793.4558, email: fletchrider@frontier.com, or find us on Facebook: MiCMO MAY 16-17 – Midwest Dressage Assoc. Clinic Adult Boot Camp. Rattlewood Farm, 1935 Ray Road, Oxford, MI. Contact Will Davis 810.287.2011, email: willdavisi@aol.com. Find us on Facebook: “MDAdressage” or visit us online at: www.midwestdressage.org MAY 16-17 – MI Foundation Quarter Horse Registry Show, 8:30am start. Isabella County Fairgrounds, 500 N. Mission Rd., Mount Pleasant, MI. Contact Sara 260.908.1665, sara_brandon_fqhr@hotmail.com, online at: www.michigan-fqhr.com, or on Facebook.

MAY 16-17 – Michigan Little Britches Rodeo. Performance times: 10am each day. Tyler Arena, 8982 E. M-21, Ovid, MI. Next to Tom’s Western Store. Contact Danielle 231.590.1170 (text preferred), email: dlj114@hotmail.com www.nlbraofmi.com or on Facebook. MAY 16-17 – Midland Blast: Rebellion Series Barrel Racing, Added Money. Attend a day of 5 different stops to attend Finals. Midland Co. Fairgrounds, 6905 Eastman Ave., Midland, MI. Angie 989.619.6053, or Amy 989.619.6054. Find us on Facebook: “Rebellion Series.” MAY 17 – Flying V Arena Speed Show Series (1 of 9). Noon start. Flying V Arena, 8745 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, MI. Contact Trudy Lienau 517.231.4905, email: flyingv arena@hotmail.com, or find “Flying V Arena, LLC” on Facebook. MAY 17 – HWSC International Mountain Trail Clinic with Susan Williams. Holland Western Saddle Club, 3856 61st St., Holland, MI. Email: hollandwesternsaddleclub@gmail.com, www.hollandwestern.net or on Facebook. MAY 17 – Understanding The Basics Clinic. What every barrel horse & rider need to know. 11am start. Limit 10 riders. Merritt Area Arena, 428 S. Merritt Rd., Houghton Lake, MI (across from church). Call 989.745.5802 or on Facebook: Diamond J Ranch MAY 21-22 – Open MDA Members Clinic with Bill McMullin. Canterworks Dressage, 2759 Hagadorn Rd., Mason, MI. Contact Nancy Bryant 248.632.2045, email: nancyclair0924 @gmail.com. On Facebook: “MDAdressage” or online at: www.midwestdressage.org MAY 21-25 – MQHA Summer Series. AQHA, MQHA, NSBA, NMQHA approved. Midland Co. Fairgrounds, 6905 Eastman Ave., Midland, MI. Contact MQHA office 616.225.8211, or email: mqha@hotmail.com, or you can visit us online on Facebook or at www.miquarterhorse.com MAY 22-24 – MJMHA All Morgan Horse Show. MSU Pavilion, 4301 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI. Terra Zimmerman 734.755.9019, email: tdzimm.1@juno.com or Sherry Kollien 313.207.8194, email: skollien@gmail.com. Online at: www.mjmha.com, or on Facebook. MAY 22-24 – Turtle Lake Campground Speed Show, Poker Run, Obstacle Course. 6pm Friday, Noon Sunday. Turtle Lake Campground, 854 Miller Rd., Beulah, MI. Call 231.275.7353, email: turtlelakecampground@gmail.com, or visit: www.turtlelakecampground.com

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MAY 22-25 – SHTRA Memorial Weekend Camping. Saturday: Pirate Ride. Potluck and Campfire. Sleepy Hollow State Park, 7835 E. Price Road, Laingsburg, MI. Contact Karen Pennington 616.318.6008, email: marken68 @aol.com, or visit us online at: SHTRA.org MAY 23 – GLASS-ED Dressage at Pine Lake Stables. Closing Date: May 14. Pine Lake Stables, 12300 Pine Lake Rd., Plainwell, MI. Contact Mary Johnson 269.664.4223, email: equineline@mei.net. Visit us online at: GlassEd.com or find Glass-Ed on Facebook. MAY 23 – West MI Arabian Horse Association Horse Show. Muskegon County Fairgrounds, 6621 Heights Ravenna Rd., Fruitport, MI. Email Sherry Nugent: halsa91@aol.com, or visit: www.wmaha.org or find “West Michigan Arabian Horse Association” on Facebook. MAY 23-24 – Buckskin Horse Assoc. of MI Show. Shiawassee County Fairgrounds, 2900 East Hibbard Road, Corunna, MI. Email: bhamshow@gmail.com. Find us on Facebook or visit: www.michiganbuckskin.org MAY 23-24 – Clinic: Colt Starting &/or Astride Horsemanship. Limited spots. $300 per horse/ rider. Levi’s Boarding & Training Center, 1340 S. M-33, West Branch, MI. Contact Kathy Kruch 989.390.1838, email: katmccully@hotmail. com, or visit us at: michiganfoxtrotters.com MAY 23-24 – Great Lakes Distance Riding Assoc. Grand Island Ride. Contact Kathy Macki 906.280.3235, email: k_macki@yahoo.com. Online at: www.gldrami.org or find “Great Lakes Distance Riding Assoc.” on Facebook. MAY 23-24 – MI High School Rodeo Assoc. Whittemore Rodeo, Jr High Finals. Sat. start 10am. Sun. start 9am. No arrivals before 7PM Friday. Crosswinds Arena, 10400 Assyria Rd. (M-66), Nashville MI. Contact Marc 517.819.7246 or online at: www.mihsra.com MAY 23-24 – MI Paint Horse Club Bonanza Memorial Weekend Show. Ingham County Fairgrounds, 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. Stalls/camping: Kaitlin 641.990.6580, email: kaitlin.westphal@gmail.com or visit us at: www.miphc.com or find us on Facebook. MAY 23-24 – The Uprising: Rebellion Series Barrel Racing, Added Money. Attend a day of 5 different stops to attend Finals. Iosco County Fairgrounds, 3716 M-65, Hale, MI. Call Angie 989.619.6053, or Amy 989.619.6054. Find us on Facebook: “Rebellion Series.” MAY 23-24 – USDF Instructor Certification with Bill McMullin. Mary Ann McPhail CVM 784 Wilson Road, East Lansing, MI. Contact Nancy 248.632.2045, email: nancyclair0924 @gmail.com. Find us on Facebook or visit: www.midwestdressage.org WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Show & Event Dates MI SHOWS, cont. MAY 24 – Open Horse Show plus Speed Show. Pleasure classes start at 9am. Speed classes start at 5pm. Muskegon County Fairgrounds, 6621 Heights Ravenna Road, Fruitport, MI. Contact Christy Deal 616.402.3445, or email: deal.christy.l@gmail.com MAY 29-30 – Oakland Co. Open Show Circuit Milford Trail Blazer’s & Young Riders 4-H. Springfield Oaks County Park, 12451 Andersonville Rd., Davisburg, MI. Contact Jeanette 248.798.6126, or find our showbill online at: www.oakgov.com/msu/4h/Pages/events.aspx MAY 30 – American Horsemen Challenge Association Challenge. Enchanted Acres, 5347 Grand Blanc Rd., Swartz Creek, MI. Call 810.730.0682, email: rhonda@ahcamail.com. Find us on Facebook or visit us online at: www.americanhorsemenchallenge.com MAY 30 – Ribbons-N-Riders 4-H Club Open Fuzzy Warm-Up Show. Ingham County Fairgrounds (South End), 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. Contact Laura McNeil 517.795.7082, or Kara Fleminger 517.867.9671 MAY 30 – Holland Western Saddle Club Horse Show, plus Pay-To-Play Extreme Mountain Trail. Pay-To-Play starts at 1pm following show. HWSC, 3856 61st St., Holland, MI. Email: hollandwesternsaddleclub@gmail.com, www.hollandwestern.net, or on Facebook. MAY 30 – Hungerford Trail Riders Assoc. & West MI Trail Riders Spring Fling Ride. 11am start. Hungerford to Woodville Store. Contact Karen GreenBay 231.250.9369, email: hungerfordtrailriders@gmail.com. Find us on Facebook or www.hungerfordtrailriders.org MAY 30 – Kal-Val Saddle Club Speed Only Show. 4:30pm start. Kal-Val Saddle Club, 9853 S. 34th Street, Scotts, MI. Contact Shajnett Huffman 269.567.8708, or email: huffman. shajnett7@gmail.com, or find “Kal Val Saddle Club” on Facebook. MAY 30 – Lucky Horseshoe Warm & Fuzzy Warm-Up Show. 8am sign-up, 9am start. Show clothes optional, boots required. Huron County Fairgrounds, 155 Fair Street, Bad Axe, MI. Contact Amy Gettel 989.550.1419, email: amyjosp@hotmail.com MAY 30 – Rebels With A Cause: Rebellion Series Barrel Racing, Added Money. Attend a day of 5 different stops to attend the Finals. Gladwin County Fairgrounds, 401 S. State St., Gladwin, MI. Call Angie 989.619.6053, or Amy 989.619.6054. Facebook: “Rebellion Series.”

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MAY 30-31 – Buchanan Westerners Horse Show, 8:30 am start. Buchanan Westerners Riding Club, 14665 Mead Road, Buchanan, MI. More information online at: www.buchanan westerners.com, or “Buchanan Westerners” can be found on Facebook. MAY 30-31 – Michigan Little Britches Rodeo. Performance times: 10am each day. Tyler Arena, 8982 E. M-21, Ovid, MI. Next to Tom’s Western Store. Contact Danielle 231.590.1170 (text preferred), email: dlj114@hotmail.com www.nlbraofmi.com or on Facebook. MAY 30-31 – WMAR Red White & Blue Show, 8am start, North end indoor. Ingham County Fairgrounds, 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. Julie 989.871.4361, or Amy 810.602.8998. Stalls: Sharon 517.589.9711, email: appaloosastalls @yahoo.com or visit: www.wmarapp.org MAY 31 – Flying V Arena Speed Show Series (2 of 9). Expos $2. Show starts at Noon. Flying V Arena, 8745 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, MI. Contact Trudy Lienau 517.231.4905, email: flyingvarena@hotmail.com, or find “Flying V Arena, LLC” on Facebook. MAY 31 – West MI AQHA Special Event. AQHA & MQHA approved, 9:30am. Tim Adler Judge. Thomet Stables, 1900 Pettis Ave. NE, Ada, MI. Contact Kathy Williams 616.389.3659 or Kris Woroniecki 616.260.3882 or visit us online on Facebook or at www.miquarterhorse.com MAY 31 – Woodbine Farms MDA Participating Show. Woodbine Farms, 9976 Liberty Rd., Chelsea, MI. Contact Sari 502.314.3411, or email: sariclapperton@hotmail.com. Find us on Facebook: “MDAdressage” or visit us online at: www.midwestdressage.org

JUNE JUNE 4-7 – MI Reining Horse Assoc. Michigan Slide In. Midland County Fairgrounds, 6905 Eastman Ave., Midland, MI. Contact Leslie Darrow, Pres. 989.450.1176, email: oakridge ph@yahoo.com or visit the MRHA online at: www.mrha.org, or on Facebook. JUNE 5 – Friday Night Speed Show Series, 6pm start, (1 of 3). Muskegon County Fairgrounds, 6621 Heights Ravenna Rd., Fruitport, MI. Contact Nancy Smith 231.343.2789, email: nancysmithhorses@hotmail.com, or visit: www.muskegonfairgrounds.com JUNE 5-6 – Oakland Co. Open Show Circuit Davisburg Triple B’s & Mane Connection 4-H. Springfield Oaks County Park, 12451 Andersonville Rd., Davisburg, MI. Contact Michele 248.245.8807, or find our showbill online at: www.oakgov.com/msu/4h/Pages/events.aspx

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JUNE 5-7 – Great Lakes Buckskin Association All Breed, Dbl. Judged Show. Fri. 6pm, Sat. & Sun. 8am. MSU South Barn, 4301 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI. Stall: Kara 616.520.1577, or email: kara_L24@yahoo.com. Visit us online at: www.glbahorse.org or find us on Facebook. JUNE 5-7 – Ranch Horse Assoc. of MI Horse Show. Berrien Co. Youth Fairgrounds, 9122 US Hwy. 31, Berrien Springs, MI. Contact Sam 616.890.1190, or email: samholwerda@ yahoo.com. Facebook: Ranch Horse Assoc of Michigan or visit www.miranchhorse.com JUNE 6 – Comb & Curry 4-H Club Open Show. $4 classes or $30 all day. 9am start, entries open 8am. Tuscola County Fairgrounds, Caro, MI (entrance on M-81, next to Pizza Hut). Contact Kristal Baker 989.660.9064 or visit: www.tuscolacountyfair.org, or Facebook. JUNE 6 – Genesee County Open 4-H Horse Show. 9am start. Everett A. Cummings Center, 6130 East Mt. Morris Road, Mt. Morris, MI. Contact Lori Eastwood 810.691.8365, email: eastwoodacres@aol.com JUNE 6 – GLASS-ED Dressage at Serenity Farm. Closing Date: May 24. Serenity Farm, 7872 Wilson Ave. SW, Byron Center, MI. Contact Janine Holmes 616.723.4122, email: JHEquestrian@comcast.net. Visit us online at: Glass-Ed.org or find Glass-Ed on Facebook. JUNE 6 – Holland Western Saddle Club Horse Show w/EWHA, 8:30am. Pay-To-Play Extreme Mountain Trail starts at 1pm following show. HWSC, 3856 61st St., Holland, MI. Email: hollandwesternsaddleclub@gmail.com, www.hollandwestern.net, or on Facebook. JUNE 6 – Pinckney Trail Riders Blessing of the Horse and Trail Ride. Registration 9am, 10am start. Horseshoe Hunt, Potluck and Prizes. $10 members, $15 non-members. Pinckney Rec. Area, 3683 Monks Rd., Pinckney, MI. Visit www.pinckneytrailriders.com, or Facebook. JUNE 6-7 – MHDVA Driving Clinic & Pleasure Show Saturday. Driven Dressage, CT & Fun Cones Sunday. Ionia County Fairgrounds, 317 S. Dexter St., Ionia, MI. Contact Dorothy Childs 517.763.3729, email: pchilds_2004@yahoo. com, or visit: www.mhdva.org JUNE 6-7 – American Horsemen Challenge Association Sanctioned Challenge. North District Fairgrounds, 1320 N. Mitchell St., Cadillac, MI. Find us on Facebook: “American Horsemen Challenge Association” or visit: www.americanhorsemenchallenge.com

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Show & Event Dates JUNE 6-7 – Grit and Grace: Rebellion Series Barrel Racing, Added Money. Attend a day of 5 different stops to attend the Finals. Turtle Lake Campground, 854 Miller Rd., Beulah, MI. Call Angie 989.619.6053, or Amy 989.619.6054. Facebook: “Rebellion Series.” JUNE 6-7 – Great Lakes Horseman’s Assoc. AHCA Sanctioned Challenge. 13 Div., 2 Rounds Per Day. Kalkaska County Fairgrounds, 1905 Fairground Dr., Kalkaska, MI. Show Mgr. Trina 231.510.5101, or Wendy 231.499.9601. Facebook: Great Lakes Horseman’s Association. JUNE 6-7 – Huron County Fairgrounds Horse & Pony Show. 8am sign-up, 9am start, 4-H rules apply. Huron County Fairgrounds, 155 Fair St., Bad Axe, MI. Contact Amy Gettel 989.550.1419, email: amyjosp@hotmail.com JUNE 7 – Cowboy Church for horse lovers, 5pm start. All ages, all denominations welcome. Casual and entertaining format with music: English, western or vaulting. Free chuck wagon dinner. Victory Ranch, 58191 8 Mile Rd., Northville, MI. Text please: 248.410.4501 JUNE 7 – Grosse Point Equestrian Club MDA Participating Show. Grosse Point Equestrian, 655 Cook Rd., Grosse Point Woods, MI. Contact Danielle 810.449.5095, email: danielledouglass89@gmail.com. Facebook: MDAdressage, or www.midwestdressage.org JUNE 11-14 – Woodbine Farm June HJAM Show. Woodbine Farm, 9976 Liberty Road, Chelsea, MI. Email: info@hjam.net, online at: www.hjam.net or find the “Hunter Jumper Association of Michigan” on Facebook. JUNE 12-13 – Eaton County Box Stall Benefit Shows. Fri. 6:30 pm, Sat. 9am. Eaton County Fairgrounds, 1025 Cochran Ave., Charlotte, MI. Email Kelsie at newmank202@gmail.com, or find us on Facebook: “Eaton County Box Stall Benefit Shows.” JUNE 12-13 – Ingham County 4-H Leader’s Open Show. Fri. 6pm, Sat. 8:30am, Sat. Trail Noon. Ingham County Fairgrounds (South End), 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. Contact Debbie 517.488.1340, email: bingha13@msu.edu. https://www.canr.msu.edu/ingham/4-h/ JUNE 12-14 – Annual Centreville Classic Open Fun Show. Draft horse, draft pony, light horses. St. Joseph Co. Fairgrounds, 316 E. Charlotte St., Centreville, MI. Contact Ray Houston 810.650.5611, or email: triplestarfarm@hot mail.com. Facebook: Centreville Classic JUNE 12-14 – CMHA All Breed Open Show, Year End Point Approved. Shiawassee County Fairgrounds, 2900 Hibbard Rd., Corunna, MI. Katie 989.666.4867, or email: cmhasecretary @gmail.com, on Facebook or visit us at: https://cmhainfo.weebly.com/

JUNE 12-14 – Gerald Thome Memorial All Novice Show 6/12. Jeff Bujack QH Show, 6/13 & 6/14. All shows AQHA & MQHA approved. MSU Pavilion, 4301 Farm Lane, Lansing, MI. Contact Kris Woroniecki 616.260.3882, email: lisaterrymemorial@gmail.com, or online at: www.miquarterhorse.com JUNE 13 – 4 Season Equine Association Open Show, 8:30am start. Mecosta County Fairgrounds, 540 West Ave., Big Rapids, MI. Show Manager Tallie Cook 231.944.6269, email: 4seasonequine@gmail.com or visit us online at: www.4seasonequine.weebly.com JUNE 13 – 70% Payback 3D Barrel & Pole Event 1pm start. Timed expos 11:30am, $5 per run. Flying V Arena, 8745 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI. Trudy Lienau 517.231.4905, email: flyingvarena@hotmail.com or find us on Facebook: “Flying V Arena.” JUNE 13 – American Horsemen Challenge Association Challenge. Enchanted Acres, 5347 Grand Blanc Rd., Swartz Creek, MI. Call 810.730.0682, email: rhonda@ahcamail.com. Find us on Facebook or visit us online at: www.americanhorsemenchallenge.com JUNE 13 – GLCHA BBH Championship Show. BBH Farm, 7420 Turk Rd., Brooklyn, MI. Contact Tim Moore 517.403.0985. Visit us online at: www.glcha.com or find “Great Lakes Cutting Horse Association” on Facebook and on Instagram. JUNE 13 – Hungerford Trail Riders Assoc. Family and Friends Picnic Ride. 11am-2pm. Hungerford Trail Ride & Picnic to J & M Camp. Contact Karen GreenBay 231.250.9369, email: hungerfordtrailriders@gmail.com. Find us on Facebook or www.hungerfordtrailriders.org JUNE 13 – Kal-Val Saddle Club Pleasure & Speed Show. Pleasure 8:30am, speed 4:30pm. Kal-Val Saddle Club, 9853 S. 34th St., Scotts, MI. Contact Shajnett Huffman 269.567.8708, or email: huffman.shajnett7@gmail.com, or find “Kal Val Saddle Club” on Facebook. JUNE 13 – WMAHA – West MI Arabian Horse Association Show. Muskegon County Fairgrounds, 6621 Heights Ravenna Rd., Fruitport, MI. Email Sherry Nugent: halsa91@aol.com, or visit: www.wmaha.org or on Facebook: “West Michigan Arabian Horse Association.” JUNE 13 – Wranglers 4-H Club Open Show. $4 classes or $30 all day (same horse/rider). 9am start, entries open 8am. Tuscola County Fairgrounds, Caro, MI (entrance on M-81, next to Pizza Hut). Contact Holly Harp 810.358.8477 or visit: www.tuscolacountyfair.org, or Facebook

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JUNE 13-14 – BHAM Horse Show. ABRA approved. Ingham County Fairgrounds, 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. Email: bhamshow@ gmail.com. Visit www.michiganbuckskin.org, or find us on Facebook. JUNE 13-14 – Buchanan Westerners Horse Show, 8:30 am start. Feedback Show Sunday. Buchanan Westerners Riding Club, 14665 Mead Road, Buchanan, MI. Visit us online at: www.buchananwesterners.com, or find “Buchanan Westerners” on Facebook. JUNE 13-14 – Great Lakes Distance Riding Assoc. White River Summer Ride. Includes Intro. Ride. Contact Pete 231.854.0092, email: wrrtec@aol.com. Online at: www.gldrami.org or find the “Great Lakes Distance Riding Association” on Facebook. JUNE 13-14 – Holland Western Saddle Club IMTCA Schooling Challenge Saturday. IMTCA Challenge Sunday. HWSC, 3856 61st St., Holland, MI. Email: hollandwesternsaddleclub @gmail.com, or www.hollandwestern.net, or find hwscextrememountaintrail on Facebook. JUNE 13-14 – Michigan Little Britches Rodeo. Performance times: 10am each day. Tyler Arena, 8982 E. M-21, Ovid, MI. Next to Tom’s Western Store. Contact Danielle 231.590.1170 (text preferred), email: dlj114@hotmail.com www.nlbraofmi.com or on Facebook. JUNE 13-14 – Working Equitation “WE United” Recognized Show. Miracle Ranch, 3380 Morrow Lane, Milford, MI. Contact Karen Rach at 586.242.7351, or email: kl_rach@ yahoo.com or www.rachridingacademy.com JUNE 14 – Flying V Arena Speed Show Series (3 of 9). Expos $2. Show starts at Noon. Flying V Arena, 8745 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, MI. Contact Trudy Lienau 517.231.4905, email: flyingvarena@hotmail.com, or find “Flying V Arena, LLC” on Facebook. JUNE 14-18 – Oakland County 4-H Horse Camp. Improve horsemanship skills. Age 9-19 and their horses! $200 per camper & horse. Springfield Oaks Co. Park, 12451 Andersonville Rd., Davisburg, MI. Email: Debbie Morgan, morga194@msu.edu. Visit: www.oakhc.org JUNE 15-19 – Beginner Riders Summer Horse Camp. 10am-3pm daily, $350 per person. Limited enrollment. Learning basics, horse care and stable management. Miracle Ranch, 3380 Morrow Lane, Milford, MI. Karen Rach 586.242.7351, email: kl_rach@yahoo.com JUNE 16-19 – Albion College “New” Camp Vet. Camp is co-ed and for students entering grades 10-12. Nancy G. Held Equestrian Center, 11039 29 Mile Road, Albion, MI. More information at: www.albion.edu/equestrian WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Show & Event Dates MI SHOWS, cont. JUNE 17-19 – Jr. Horse Camp at Northfork Farms. Ages 6-11. Any level. Northfork Farms, 3637 Morrise Rd., Webberville, MI. Contact Christie 517.881.9142, email: christie@north forkoutback.com, www.northforkoutback.com Facebook: Northfork Farms & Outback LLC JUNE 19-21 – MiCMO Midsummer Madness. Competitive Mtd. Orienteering. Long or Short CMO. Fri. 5pm Free Beginners Clinic. Potluck dinner Sat. (bring a dish to pass). D Bar D Ranch Campground, 7064 E. 64th St., Chase, MI. Val 616.560.2494, email: katzbanval@aol.com JUNE 20 – GLASS-ED Annual Dressage Show. Closing Date: June 11. Pine Lake Stables, 12300 Pine Lake Rd., Plainwell, MI. Contact Mary Johnson 269.664.4223, email: equine line@mei.net. Visit us online at: Glass-Ed.com or find Glass-Ed on Facebook. JUNE 20 – Holland Western Saddle Club Horse Show 8:30am. Pay-To-Play Extreme Mountain Trail. Pay-To-Play starts at 1pm following show. HWSC, 3856 61st St., Holland, MI. Email: hollandwesternsaddleclub@gmail.com, www.hollandwestern.net, or on Facebook. JUNE 20-21 – Great Lakes Distance Riding Association Grand Island North Ride. Contact Karen Bahrman 906.439.5745, email: kbahrman@gmail.com. Online at: www. gldrami.org or find “Great Lakes Distance Riding Association” on Facebook. JUNE 20-21 – MI Foundation Quarter Horse Registry Show, 8:30am start. Isabella County Fairgrounds, 500 N. Mission Rd., Mount Pleasant, MI. Contact Sara 260.908.1665, sara_brandon_fqhr@hotmail.com, online at: www.michigan-fqhr.com, or on Facebook. JUNE 20-21 – Midwest Dressage Assoc. Two Day Show. Rattlewood Farm, 1935 Ray Road, Oxford, MI. Contact Will Davis 810.287.2011, email: willdavisi@aol.com. Find us on Facebook: “MDAdressage” or visit us online at: www.midwestdressage.org JUNE 20-21 – Wagon Wheel Open Show & Speed Show. Sat. 9am, Sun. 1pm (speed). Muskegon County Fairgrounds, 6621 Heights Ravenna Rd., Fruitport, MI. Contact Christy 616.402.3445, email: deal.christy.l@gmail. com or: www.muskegonfairgrounds.com JUNE 22-27 – Working Equitation Summer Camp. Beginners through advanced. 10am3pm daily, $350 per person. Miracle Ranch, 3380 Morrow Lane, Milford, MI. Karen Rach 586.242.7351 (text ok), or email: kl_rach@ yahoo.com or www.rachridingacademy.com

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JUNE 23-28 – Waterloo Hunt Club Show #1 (6/23 & 6/24). Waterloo H & J Classic Show #2 (6/25-6/28). HJAM approved. Waterloo Hunt Club, 11500 Glenn Road, Grass Lake, MI. Visit www.hjam.net or find the “Hunter Jumper Association of Michigan” on Facebook. JUNE 23-26 – 3 Day Horse Lovers Camp. $450 ages 9 & up, overnight camp. Northfork Farms, 3637 Morrise Rd., Webberville, MI. Contact Christie 517.881.9142, email: christie@north forkoutback.com, www.northforkoutback.com Facebook: Northfork Farms & Outback LLC JUNE 26-28 – MI Reined Cow Horse Assoc. Show. GLCHA, AQHA, NRCHA, NCHA, NRHA Approved Show. Midland County Fairgrounds, 6905 Eastman Ave., Midland, MI. Show Mgr. Deena Dunkle 989.233.7157 (text ok). Find Michigan Reined Cow Horse Inc. on Facebook. JUNE 26-28 – Ionia Horse Trails Association Forbidden Trails Ride. Sign-in Saturday 9am. Ionia State Recreation Area, 2880 W. David Hwy., Ionia, MI. Visit us online at: www.ionia horsetrailsassociation.org or find “Ionia Horse Trails Association” on Facebook. JUNE 26-28 – Turtle Lake Campground Speed Show, Poker Run, Obstacle Course. 6pm Friday, Noon Sunday. Turtle Lake Campground, 854 Miller Rd., Beulah, MI. Call 231.275.7353, email: turtlelakecampground@gmail.com, or visit: www.turtlelakecampground.com JUNE 27 – 47th Annual HVEC Red, White & Blue Show. High point awards. 9am start, red, white & blue clothes. Huron Valley Equestrian Field, 2380 Milford Rd., Highland, MI. Contact Sandra 480.235.4820. Online: www.hvec.info JUNE 27 – Boots & Bridles 4-H Club Open Show. $4 classes or $30 all day. 9am start, entries open 8am. Tuscola County Fairgrounds, Caro, MI (entrance on M-81, next to Pizza Hut). Contact Amy Kotsch 989.683.3271 or visit: www.tuscolacountyfair.org, or Facebook JUNE 27 – Boots and Saddle 4-H Club 48th Annual Open Show, 8:30am start. Daily haul-in avail w/no charge. Ingham County Fairgrounds (South End), 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. Contact Jean Maiville 517.285.7161 (text ok), email: jlmaiville@gmail.com JUNE 27 – Kal-Val Saddle Club Speed Only Show. IBRA MI & IN approved. Kal-Val Saddle Club, 9853 S. 34th Street, Scotts, MI. Contact Shajnett Huffman 269.567.8708, or email: huffman.shajnett7@gmail.com, or find “Kal Val Saddle Club” on Facebook.

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JUNE 27 – YSTRA Annual Judged Trail Ride. Yankee Springs Horseman’s Campground, Duffy Road, Hastings, MI. Find Yankee Springs Trail Riders Association Inc. on Facebook or visit www.ystra.org for more information. JUNE 27-28 – American Horsemen Challenge Association Challenges. 10 Shot Ranch, 2545 Farnsworth Rd, Lapeer, MI. Call 810.730.0682, or email: rhonda@ahcamail.com. Find us on Facebook or visit us online at: www.american horsemenchallenge.com JUNE 27-28 – Huron County Horse Show. 4-H rules apply, sign-up 8am, start 9am. Huron County Fairgrounds, 155 Fair St., Bad Axe, MI. Contact Amy Gettel 989.550.1419, email: amyjosp@hotmail.com JUNE 28 – BDM Farms Rebellion Challenge Barrel Race. Best of the Best Qualifier, IBRA, OTR, Rebellion Series approved. Added $$. BDM Farms, 6121 Co. Rd. 491, Lewiston, MI. Daryl 989.370.8120, or Brian 989.619.7522. JUNE 28 – Blue Water Miniature Horse Club & Sanilac Co. 4-H Double Crown Miniature Horse Show. 8:30am start. Sanilac Co. Fairgrounds, 260 Dawson St., Sandusky, MI. Lesa Mignot 586.337.3003 or email: lesamignot@att.net. Online at: https://bwmhc.weebly.com/ JUNE 28 – Flying V Arena Speed Show Series (4 of 9). Expos $2. Show starts at Noon. Flying V Arena, 8745 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, MI. Contact Trudy Lienau 517.231.4905, email: flyingvarena@hotmail.com, or find “Flying V Arena, LLC” on Facebook. JUNE 28 – GLASS-ED Derbyshire Dressage Show. Closing Date: June 15th. Derbyshire Farms, 6868 Washington Ave., Stevensville, MI. Contact Lucinda 269.930.9808, email: derbyshirefarms@csinet.net. Visit us online at: Glass-Ed.com or find Glass-Ed on Facebook. JUNE 29-30 – Mother/Daughter Horse Camp, $230 for two. Any level. Northfork Farms, 3637 Morrise Rd., Webberville, MI. Contact Christie 517.881.9142, email: christie@northforkout back.com, or www.northforkoutback.com. Facebook: Northfork Farms & Outback LLC JUNE 29-JULY 5 – MI Quarter Horse Assoc. Harbor Classic. AQHA/MQHA approved. Mason County Fairgrounds, 5302 US-10, Ludington, MI. Contact the MQHA office at 616.225.8211, email: mqha@hotmail.com, or online at: www.miquarterhorse.com

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Show & Event Dates MI WEEKLY EVENTS WEDNESDAYS: Team Sorting Practice at The Orchard Arena. 5:30pm sign-up, 6pm start. $20 per person. 5966 W. Sanilac Rd., Vassar, MI. Call 989.823.3352 or 989.673.3767, email: gwright@centurytel.net or visit us online at www.gwhorsesandtack.com THURSDAYS: Open Arena Night, 6pm-8pm. April 23-Sept. 24 (closed July 16 & 23). Neg. Coggins, $5 per horse. Muskegon County Fairgrounds, 6621 Heights Ravenna Rd., Fruitport, MI. Contact Christy 616.402.3445, or email: deal.christy.l@gmail.com SUNDAYS: Team Sorting Practice at Blue Ridge Stock Farm, N. Latson Rd., Howell, MI. 2pm start, $25 cattle fee, all ages welcome, no exp. nec. Call 517.376.1930. Spring - Fall Only.

MICHIGAN AUCTIONS Hay and Straw Auction – Tuesdays 1pm. Lake Odessa Livestock Auction, 3675 Tupper Lake Rd, Lake Odessa, MI. Call 616.374.8213 or www.lakeodessalivestockauction.com Horse and Tack Auction: First Saturday of each month (except July) Tack 2 pm, Horses 6pm. Hay and Straw, plus Farm Related Items Weds. 2:30 p.m. Northern MI Livestock Auction, 1848 N. Townline Rd., Gaylord, MI. 231. 439.5679, northernmichiganlivestock.com Moore's Monthly Horse and Tack Auction: First Saturday of each month, starting at 6pm with tack, horses to follow. Tom Moore Sales, 11771 US Hwy. 223, Onsted, MI. 517.467. 7576, email: sales@tommooresales.com, or online at www.tommooresales.com Moore's Monthly Dealer Tack Auction: 3rd Thursday of every month, starting at 10am. Held at 11771 US Hwy. 223, Onsted, MI. Call 517.467.7576, or email: sales@tommoore sales.com, or visit www.tommooresales.com Hay and Straw Auction: Mondays 3:30pm. Ravenna Livestock Auction, 3265 S. Slocum Road, Ravenna, MI. Call 231.853.5738, online at www.ravennaauction.com Warner Farms Dealer's Tack Auction: First Thursday of every month, 10am. Lenawee County Fair and Event Grounds, 602 Dean St., Adrian, MI. Call James Warner 517.596. 3028, email: jimbohorse46@frontier.com, or online at: www.lenfair.com W-H Horse Saddle and Tack Auction: Fourth Saturday of every month. 10am used tack; 1pm horses. Wayland-Hopkins Livestock Auction, 3634 10th St., Wayland, MI. Call Leon, Cal or Tye Casey (269) 945-9398 or online at www.your-auctioneers.com

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APRIL APRIL 15-19 – World Equestrian Center Winter Classic #19 Premier Show. OPHA approved. WEC, 4095 OH 730, Wilmington, OH. Contact Julie Agar 248.892.6806, email: julie.agar@ comcast. net, or online at: www.wec.net, or www.opha.org APRIL 16-19 – Brave Horse Spring Show II, USEF National A. Brave Horse Equestrian Center, 1029 S. County Line Rd., Johnstown, OH. 614.404.1150, email: ridebrave@bravehorse.com. Find “Brave Horse Ohio” on Facebook, or visit: www.brave-horse.com APRIL 17-19 – Lake Erie College H/J Prix de Villes. OPHA approved. George M. Humphrey Equestrian Center, 8031 Morley Rd., Mentor, OH. Contact Pam Hess 440.375.8005, email: phess@lec.edu, online at: www.lec.edu, or www.opha.org APRIL 18 – Crazy Woman Ranch Bonus Cash Series Speed Show. IBRA, NPBA, Roadies approved. BOTB qualifier. 70% Payback. 6450 Lancaster-Circleville Rd., Lancaster, OH. Call Joyce Hanes 614.595.1850, or find “Crazy Woman Ranch” on Facebook. APRIL 18-19 – Champions Center April Showers Open Show. MVHSA approved. 9am start. Champions Center, 4122 Laybourne Rd., Springfield, OH. Email: championscenter02 @gmail.com. Follow us on Facebook or visit us at: www.championscenter.net APRIL 18-19 – Custers Cowboys Mounted Shooting. Sat. 11am, Sun. 10am. Stalls $35, Camping $40. WB Arena, 1640 County Road B, Swanton, OH. Contact Clayton 989.307.0915, email: custerscowboys@yahoo.com. Facebook or www.cowboymountedshooting.com APRIL 18-19 – Mid-Ohio Dressage Spring I & II. USEF/USDF Level 1. Madison County Fairgrounds, 205 Elm Street, London, OH. Email: midohiodressage@gmail.com, find us on Facebook or visit: www.midohiodressage.com APRIL 19 – CVF Dressage Show. Chagrin Valley Farms, 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Contact Linda Joseph 440.543.7233, email: lindajoseph@chagrinvalleyfarms.com, or visit : www.chagrinvalleyfarms.com

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APRIL 19 – Reality Dreams Open Horse Show, 9am start. Double points, singe fees. Fairfield County Fairgrounds, 157 East Fair Avenue, Lancaster, OH. Manager Karen Sarver 740.385.3431. Find us on Facebook or visit: www.realitydreamshorseshows.com APRIL 23-26 – “A” Rated National Show at Chagrin Valley Farms. OPHA approved. 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Contact Linda Joseph 440.543.7233, email: linda joseph@chagrinvalleyfarms.com, or visit us online: www.chagrinvalleyfarms.com APRIL 23-26 – YEDA National Championship Weekend. Eden Park Equestrian Complex, 2607 Blayney Road, Sunbury, OH. Call 419.957.9054, or email us at: info@show yeda.com. Find YEDA on Facebook, or online at: www.showyeda.com APRIL 24-26 – Ohio Ranch Horse Association Show, Fri. 2pm, Sat. & Sun. 8am. Hendersons Arena, 739 Van Fossen Road, Jackson, OH. Contact Amy Roberts 740.819.8446, or Simone Marshall 740.407.2286, or visit us online: www.ohioranchhorseassociation.com APRIL 25 – Crazy Woman Ranch Bonus Cash Series Speed Show. IBRA, NPBA, Roadies, NBHA 00 & 04 approved. 70% Payback. 6450 Lancaster-Circleville Rd., Lancaster, OH. Call Joyce Hanes 614.595.1850, or find “Crazy Woman Ranch” on Facebook. APRIL 25 – Open Fuzzy Spring Horse Show sponsored by: SOQPA. 9am, covered arena. Pickaway County Fairgrounds, 415 Lancaster Pike, Circleville, OH. Contact Jenny Walters 740.474.8000, www.soqpa.com or “Southern Ohio Quarter Pony Association” on Facebook. APRIL 25-26 – Ottawa Co. Horse Foundation Spring Fuzzy Show. Speed Sat., Performance Sun. Ottawa County Fairgrounds, 7870 W. State Rte. 163, Oak Harbor, OH. Email us: ottawacountyhorsefoundation@gmail.com, online: www.ochf.net, or find us on Facebook APRIL 26 – Reality Dreams Open Horse Show, 9am start. Double points, singe fees. Fairfield County Fairgrounds, 157 East Fair Avenue, Lancaster, OH. Manager Karen Sarver 740.385.3431. Find us on Facebook or visit: www.realitydreamshorseshows.com

MAY MAY 1 – Crazy Woman Ranch Gymkhana Evening Series (1 of 6). Crazy Woman Ranch, 6450 Lancaster-Circleville Rd., Lancaster, OH. Call Joyce Hanes 614.595.1850, or find “Crazy Woman Ranch” on Facebook.

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Show & Event Dates OH SHOWS, cont. MAY 1-2 – OH Foundation QH Assoc. All-Breed Show. Free Roping Clinic Fri. 5pm. Guernsey County Fairgrounds, 335 Old National Rd., Lore City, OH. Contact Don Uffner 740.877.7993, email: ofqha.ridingclub@gmail.com, find us on Facebook or visit: www.ohfqha.com MAY 2-3 – Buckeye Gold Classic Open Show (Sat.) Buckeye Equestrian Ranch Show (Sun.) MVHSA approved. Champions Center, 4122 Laybourne Rd., Springfield, OH. Email: championscenter02@gmail.com. Find us on Facebook or: www.championscenter.net MAY 2-3 – Hunter/Jumper Schooling Academy Show at Chagrin Valley Farms. 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Contact Linda Joseph 440.543.7233, email: linda joseph@chagrinvalleyfarms.com, or visit: www.chagrinvalleyfarms.com MAY 2-3 – Ohio Pinto Horse Assoc. Spring Fling Show. Findlay University Western Farm, 14700 US Route 68, Findlay, OH. Amy Leibold 419.706.6135, email: leibold1043@ yahoo.com. Find us on Facebook: PtHAO-Pinto Horse Association of Ohio, www.ohiopinto.net MAY 8-17 – The Madness, presented by SOQHA. AQHA, NSBA, OQHA and SOQHA approved. World Equestrian Center, 4095 State Route 730, Wilmington, OH. For stalls visit: www.soqha.com, www.anequineproduction. com, or email: soqhastalls@gmail.com, or for information call 937.416.0294 MAY 9 – OPHA Approved Horse Show at Hinckley Equestrian Center, 1575 Ledge Rd., Hinckley, OH. Contact Morgan Mittler 330.239.6878, email: hinckleyec@gmail.com, or visit us online at: www.hinckleyec.com MAY 16 – Hunter Jumper Horse Show, OPHA Approved, 8am start. Stoney Ridge Stables, 2010 Reimer Rd., Wadsworth, OH. Contact Jennifer Powell 330.819.8295, email: jlpowell 516@gmail.com. Find Stoney Ridge Stables on Facebook or www.stoneyridgestables.com MAY 16-17 – GLApHC Quadrama. University of Findlay Western Farm, 14700 U.S. Route 68 Findlay, OH. Contact: Todd 419.306.2259, email: tmcowboy@aol.com. Stalls: Virginia 419.585.5225, email: vwshowhorses@gmail. com. www.glaphc.com or find us on Facebook. MAY 16-17 – New Carriage Driving Competition! Indoor arena: Sat. Combined Test, Sun. Driving Derby. Lake Erie College, cars (no trailers) 8031 Morley Rd., Mentor, OH. Horse trailers: 10145 Pinecrest Rd., Painesville, OH. Contact Pam Hess, DVM 440.375.8005 office, 440.477.3474 cell., email: phess@lec.edu, or visit: www.lec.edu/equine-events

MAY 16-17 – Ottawa Co. Horse Foundation Points on the Portage Circuit #1. Speed Sat., Performance Sun. Ottawa County Fairgrounds, 7870 W. State Rte. 163, Oak Harbor, OH. Email ottawacountyhorsefoundation@gmail.com, online: www.ochf.net, or find us on Facebook. MAY 16-17 – Southern Ohio Quarter Pony Assoc. Open Horse Show, 9am start. Scioto County Fairgrounds, 1193 Fairgrounds Rd., Lucasville, OH. Email: soquarterpony@ gmail.com or online at: www.SOQPA.com MAY 17 – IEA Western Show. Region 5S Finals. Zone 1 Region 5 Only, Upper & Middle School. Madison County Fairgrounds, 205 Elm St., London, OH. Contact Linda Dare 614.580.2758, email: dareeqcenter@aol.com. Online at: www.rideiea.org/western/calendar MAY 21-24 – Brave Horse Show I, USEF National A. Brave Horse Equestrian Center, 1029 S. County Line Rd., Johnstown, OH. 614.404.1150, email: ridebrave@bravehorse.com. Find “Brave Horse Ohio” on Facebook, or visit: www.brave-horse.com MAY 23 – Crazy Woman Ranch Bonus Cash Series Speed Show. IBRA, NPBA, Roadies approved. BOTB qualifier. 70% Payback. 6450 Lancaster-Circleville Rd., Lancaster, OH. Call Joyce Hanes 614.595.1850, or find “Crazy Woman Ranch” on Facebook. MAY 23 – Reality Dreams Open Horse Show, 9am start. Double points, singe fees. Fairfield County Fairgrounds, 157 East Fair Avenue, Lancaster, OH. Manager Karen Sarver 740.385.3431. Find us on Facebook or visit: www.realitydreamshorseshows.com MAY 23-24 – Ohio Pinto Horse Assoc. Summer Warm Up Show. Fulton Co. Fairgrounds, 8514 State Rte. 18, Wauseon, OH. Contact Amy Leibold 419.706.6135, email: leibold1043@ yahoo.com. Find us on Facebook: PtHAO-Pinto Horse Association of Ohio, www.ohiopinto.net MAY 23-24 – Ottawa Co. Horse Foundation & Tri-State Rodeo Association Show. Speed Sat., Performance Sun. Ottawa County Fairgrounds, 7870 W. State Rte. 163, Oak Harbor, OH. Email ottawacountyhorsefoundation@gmail.com, online: www.ochf.net, or find us on Facebook. MAY 23-25 – Champion Center Open Horse Show. MVHSA approved. Champions Center, 4122 Laybourne Rd., Springfield, OH. Email: championscenter02@gmail.com. Find us on Facebook or: www.championscenter.net MAY 28-31 – Brave Horse Show II, USEF National A. Brave Horse Equestrian Center, 1029 S. County Line Rd., Johnstown, OH. 614.404.1150, email: ridebrave@bravehorse.com. Find “Brave Horse Ohio” on Facebook, or visit: www.brave-horse.com

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MAY 30 – Reality Dreams Open Horse Show, 9am start. Double points, singe fees. Fairfield County Fairgrounds, 157 East Fair Avenue, Lancaster, OH. Manager Karen Sarver 740.385.3431. Find us on Facebook or visit: www.realitydreamshorseshows.com MAY 30-31 – Hunter/Jumper Schooling Academy Show at Chagrin Valley Farms. 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Contact Linda Joseph 440.543.7233, email: linda joseph@chagrinvalleyfarms.com, or visit: www.chagrinvalleyfarms.com MAY 30-31 – Buckskin Memorial Classic Horse Show hosted by the Ohio State Buckskin Association. All breed, all color classes. IBHA classes. Delaware County Fairgrounds, 236 Pennsylvania Ave., Delaware, OH. More information online: www.ohiobuckskins.org

JUNE JUNE 6 – Ohio Foundation QH Assoc. Ranch Horse Show, 9am start. Fri. 5pm Cow Work Clinic. Guernsey County Fairgrounds, 335 Old National Rd., Lore City, OH. Contact Don Uffner, Pres. 740.877.7993, email: ofqha.ridingclub@ gmail.com or visit : www.ohfqha.com JUNE 12-14 – Caesar Creek State Park Trail Ride. Hosted by Greene County OHC. Caesar Creek State Park, 8570 East S.R. 73, Waynesville, OH. Contact Herb Rider 937.372.9829 or Mickie Newman, email: akela83@att.net JUNE13 – Hunter Jumper Horse Show, OPHA Approved, 8am start. Stoney Ridge Stables, 2010 Reimer Rd., Wadsworth, OH. Contact Jennifer Powell 330.819.8295, email: jlpowell 516@gmail.com. Find Stoney Ridge Stables on Facebook or www.stoneyridgestables.com JUNE 13-14 – OMIQHA Summer Sunsation, 8am start. AQHA, NOQHA, OQHA, NSBA, OMIQHA approved. Pizza Party Friday Night. Champion Center Expo, 4122 Laybourne Rd., Springfield, OH. Dan Klaus 419.307.9212, email: dsmklaus@gmail.com, or visit us online at: www.omiquarterhorseassn.com JUNE 14 – Reality Dreams Open Horse Show, 9am start. Fairfield County Fairgrounds, 157 East Fair Avenue, Lancaster, OH. Manager Karen Sarver 740.385.3431. Find us on Facebook or visit our website: www.reality dreamshorseshows.com JUNE 17-21 – Brave Horse Show III, USEF National A. Brave Horse Equestrian Center, 1029 S. County Line Rd., Johnstown, OH. 614.404.1150, email: ridebrave@bravehorse.com. Find “Brave Horse Ohio” on Facebook, or visit: www.brave-horse.com

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Show & Event Dates OH SHOWS, cont. JUNE 19 – Crazy Woman Ranch Gymkhana Evening Series (1 of 6). Crazy Woman Ranch, 6450 Lancaster-Circleville Rd., Lancaster, OH. Call Joyce Hanes 614.595.1850, or find “Crazy Woman Ranch” on Facebook. JUNE 19-21 – Ohio Ranch Horse Association Show, Fri. 2pm, Sat. & Sun. 8am. Hendersons Arena, 739 Van Fossen Road, Jackson, OH. Contact Amy Roberts 740.819.8446, or Simone Marshall 740.407.2286, or visit us online: www.ohioranchhorseassociation.com JUNE 20-21 – Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros Mounted Shooting. Young Guns I Sat., Young Guns II Sun. 10 am start daily. Ashtabula Co. Fairgrounds, 107 N. Poplar St., Jefferson, OH. Contact Karen Davis 330.719.3290 or online at: www.lakeeriemountedvaqueros.net JUNE 27 – Crazy Woman Ranch Bonus Cash Series Speed Show. IBRA, NPBA, Roadies approved. BOTB qualifier. 70% Payback. 6450 Lancaster-Circleville Rd., Lancaster, OH. Call Joyce Hanes 614.595.1850, or find “Crazy Woman Ranch” on Facebook. JUNE 27 – Northeast Indiana & Van Wert Ohio Open Show Circuit Horse Show. Year End High Points. Van Wert County Fairgrounds, 1055 S. Washington St., Van Wert, OH. Contact Aaron 419.910.1691 or find us on Facebook: “Northeast Indiana Open Show Circuit.” JUNE 28 – Annual Open Horse Show sponsored by Medina Co. Horse Comm. 9:30am start, 4-H rules. Jackpot classes all day. Medina County Fairgrounds, 720 W. Smith Rd., Medina, OH. Contact Chris Mileti at 216.548.7772, or Lee Milam 330.350.6858 JUNE 28 – Reality Dreams Open Horse Show, 9am start. Double points, singe fees. Fairfield County Fairgrounds, 157 East Fair Avenue, Lancaster, OH. Show Manager Karen Sarver 740.385.3431. Find us on Facebook or visit: www.realitydreamshorseshows.com

OHIO AUCTIONS Auction listings are free, call us or email: saddleupmag@gmail.com to be included! Athens Livestock Sales: Regular sale every Tuesday at Noon. Athens Livestock Sales, 3738 Enlow Road, Albany, OH. Call 740. 592.2322 or find us on Facebook. Larue Horse Sale, LLC: Hay, Straw, Tack and Horse Auction on the first Saturday of every month. Larue Horse Sale, LLC, 1059 Richwood-Larue Rd., Larue, Ohio. 419.889.9150 or online at: www.laruehorsesale.com

Mt. Hope Auction: Horse, Tack, Livestock Auctions Monthly. Mt. Hope Auction, 8076 OH241, Mt. Hope, OH. Call 330.674.6188, or online at: www.mthopeauction.com Sugarcreek Livestock Auction: Horse sales every Friday of the month. Tack 11am, horses follow tack. Sugarcreek Livestock Auction, 102 Buckeye St., Sugarcreek, Ohio. Call us at 330. 852.2832 or find us on Facebook. Yoder and Frey Hay and Straw Auction: Every Monday at 12 noon. Farm Machinery Auctions: 2nd Tuesday monthly at 9am. Yoder and Frey Inc., 3649 Co. Rd. 24, Archbold, OH. Call 1.800.364.2870, or visit us online at: www.yoderandfreyfarm.com

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APRIL APRIL 15-19 – Indiana Quarter Horse Youth Assoc. Horse Show. AQHA, NSBA, IQHA, IKI approved. RVs: C Bar C 765.720.3251. C Bar C Arena, 253 W. Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. Show Mgr.: Kathy Volt 765.714.4324, or visit: www.anequineproduction.com APRIL 16-19 – Spring Wild Flowers Ride Weekend. Poker Ride, Line Dance, Karaoke. Midwest Trail Ride, 1264 Hunters Creek Road, Norman, IN. Call 812.834.6686, or email: ride@midwesttrailride.com, or visit us online at: www.midwesttrailride.com APRIL 17 – Double Y Saddle Club Speed Show, Warm-ups 5pm, $5 pay at the gate. Show starts 7:30pm. IBRA, NPBA, NFRA approved. Double Y Saddle Club, 4761 Hendricks Ford Road, Edinburgh, IN. Contact Mark Shonkwiler 317.435.1239, Toni Walker 317. 670.7619. APRIL 17-19 – Fund-Raising Ride and Auction hosted by the Indiana Trail Riders Association. O’Bannon Woods State Park, 7234 Old Forest Road SW, Corydon, IN. Contact Nancy Brunnermer 317.443.8771, find us on Facebook or visit: www.intrailriders.org APRIL 18 – Monroe County Saddle Club Speed Show. Exhibitions 10:30am, $5 (pay at gate), show starts 1:00 pm. Cash only. Monroe County Saddle Club, 8010 E. Elwren Rd., Bloomington, IN. Contact Malisa James 812.325.0964 or visit: www.mcsaddleclub.org

APRIL 18 – Show Jump Practice Round Day. Come Again Farm, 406 W. 256th St., Sheridan, IN. Contact 317.371.4688, email: LeeAnn@ comeagainfarm.com, or yodarider@aol.com. Find “Come Again Farm” on Facebook or visit us online at: www.comeagainfarm.com APRIL 18-19 – Indiana High School Rodeo at Henry County Saddle Club, 2221 N. Memorial Dr., New Castle, IN. Contact Rebecca 765.524.2400, or Joy 765.524.5137, email: hcsaddle@gmail.com or visit us online at: www.hcsaddleclub.com APRIL 24-25 – Riding Horse Auction Friday. Driving Horse Auction Saturday. Topeka Livestock Auction, 601 East Lake St., Topeka, IN. Call 260.593.2522, email: info@topeka livestock.com, www.topekalivestock.com or find “Topeka Livestock Auction” on Facebook. APRIL 24-26 – 3 Turns For Freedom IBRA Preferred Show. Saturday proceeds donated to: Wounded Warrior Project. IBRA & NPBA approved. C Bar C Expo Center, 253 Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. Contact Penny Barth 812.406.8512, Bronson Barth 812.406.8478 APRIL 24-26 – Spring Clean-Up at Brown County State Park, Nashville, IN. Hosted by the Indiana Trail Riders Association. Contact Larry Sidell 812.934.4086, find us on Facebook or visit: www.intrailriders.org APRIL 25-26 – AMHR Miniature Horse Show. Henry County Saddle Club, 2221 N. Memorial Dr., New Castle, IN. Contact Rebecca 765.524.2400, or Joy 765.524.5137, email: hcsaddle@gmail.com or visit us online at: www.hcsaddleclub.com APRIL 25-26 – Indiana Hunter Jumper Assoc. Approved Show. Hilltop Stables, 7550 Hunt Club Rd., Zionsville, IN. 317.414.4656, email: indiana-ihja@sbcglobal.net, visit us online at: www.in-hja.org. Find us on Facebook: Indiana Hunter Jumper Association.

MAY MAY 1-3 – Indiana Equine Roundup, Nationally Recognized Clinicians, Pony Rides, Food Vendors, Ranch Rodeo Fri & Sat at 6pm, Educational Seminars. Adults $10, Children 6-12 $5, 6 & under free. C Bar C Expo, 253 W. Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. 765.795.4768 or visit: www.cbarcexpo.com MAY 1-3 – Kentucky Derby Weekend. Refreshments, Derby Hat Contest. Race on big screen TV. Midwest Trail Ride, 1264 Hunters Creek Road, Norman, IN. Call 812.834.6686, or email: ride@midwesttrailride.com, or visit us online at: www.midwesttrailride.com

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Show & Event Dates MAY 2-3 PHEI Spring Show, Double Judged. 8am start. Henry County Fairgrounds, 2221 N. Memorial Dr., New Castle, IN. Contact Nancy Kuehart 260.672.2841, email: akuehnert@ juno.com. Online at: www.palominohba.com, Facebook: Indiana Palomino. MAY 8-9 – Dutch Cross Classic Horse Auction. Topeka Livestock Auction, 601 East Lake St., Topeka, IN. Call 260.593.2522, email us at: info@topekalivestock.com. Visit us online at: www.topekalivestock.com or find “Topeka Livestock Auction” on Facebook. MAY 9 – A Gaited Gala hosted by the Indiana Gaited Horse Assoc. Hoosier Horse Park, 7105 S. Kern St., Nineveh, IN. Email: indianagaited horse@gmail.com, or online at: www.indiana gaitedhorses.com, or find us on Facebook. MAY 9 – Indiana Dressage Society Schooling Show. Hoosier Horse Park, 7105 South Kern St., Nineveh, IN. Contact Kay Dixon, email: kedixon@juno.com. Online at: www.indiana dressage.com, or find us on Facebook at: Indiana Dressage Society MAY 9 – Indiana Hunter Jumper Association Approved Show. Canterbury Manor Stables, 605 Starkey Rd., Zionsville, IN. 317.414.4656, email: indiana-ihja@sbcglobal.net, online at: www.in-hja.org. Find us on Facebook: Indiana Hunter Jumper Association. MAY 9-10 – Indiana Ponies of America Show, 8am start. Henry County Saddle Club, 2221 N. Memorial Dr., New Castle, IN. Find us on Facebook at Indiana POAC, or visit us online at: www.indianapoac.com MAY 9-10 – Mega Rally sponsored by the Heartland Region Pony Clubs. Hoosier Horse Park, 7105 S. Kern St., Nineveh, IN. Email: heartlandregionponyclubs@gmail.com, online at: www.heartlandregionponyclubs.org, or find Heartland Region Pony Clubs on Facebook. MAY 15 – Indiana Palomino Midwest Show, Double Judged. 8am start. Henry County Fairgrounds, 2221 N. Memorial Dr., New Castle, IN. Nancy Kuehart 260.672.2841, email: akuehnert@juno.com. Facebook: Indiana Palomino, or www.palominohba.com MAY 15-16 – Harmony In The Park Dressage Show. Hoosier Horse Park, 7105 S. Kern St., Nineveh, IN. Contact Angela 317.501.5161 or email: agoodwinvolpert@gmail.com. Online: www.harmonyintheparkdressageshow.com MAY 16 – May Flowers Dressage, CT and Derby. Come Again Farm, 406 W. 256th St., Sheridan, IN. 317.371.4688, email: LeeAnn@ comeagainfarm.com, or yodarider@aol.com. Find “Come Again Farm” on Facebook or visit us online at: www.comeagainfarm.com

MAY 16-17 – Cowboy Dressage Clinic at Bobbin Stone Farm, 4235 S Taleia Dr., Oakland City, IN. $200 per rider. Contact Pam Bowen 765.714.7403, or email at: pambowen63@ gmail.com, www.cowboydressageworld.com MAY 16-17 – HPA Spring Show, Triple Judged. 8am start. Henry County Fairgrounds, 2221 N. Memorial Dr., New Castle, IN. Nancy Kuehart 260.672.2841, email: akuehnert@juno.com. Facebook: Indiana Palomino, or visit us at: www.palominohba.com MAY 16-17 – Indiana Hunter Jumper Assoc. Approved Show. Hilltop Stables, 7550 Hunt Club Rd., Zionsville, IN. 317.414.4656, email: indiana-ihja@sbcglobal.net, visit us online at: www.in-hja.org. Find us on Facebook: Indiana Hunter Jumper Association. MAY 16-17 – Indiana Paint Horse Club Show. Michiana Event Center, 455 East Farver St., Shipshewana, IN. For info. email Tony Truex: tony_truex@travelstarproducts.com, online at: www.inphc.org, or find us on Facebook. MAY 16-17 – ISHA Spring All Breed Open Horse Show. 8am start. Hoosier Horse Park, 7105 S. Kern St., Edinburgh, IN. Show Mgrs. Donna & Paul Skatrud 317.418.6381, email: skatrudarabians@gmail.com, online at: www. indianasaddlehorse.org or on Facebook. MAY 22-24 – Cowboy Mtd. Shooting Assoc. Shoot, 1st Ohio CMSA. Hoosier Horse Park, 7105 S. Kern Street, Edinburgh, IN. Contact Ann Smith, President 330.472.4245, email: asanimal@aol.com. Visit: www.1stohio.com of find 1st Ohio CMSA on Facebook. MAY 22-24 – Indiana Ranch Horse Assoc. Show. C Bar C Arena, 253 W. Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. Contact Jamie 317.372.6722, email: jfellquay@gmail.com, or Steven Lynn 317.796.3490, email: lynndds@comcast.net or visit: www.indianaranchhorse.com MAY 22-24 – Memorial Weekend Trail Ride. Optional catered meal, karaoke, band night. Midwest Trail Ride, 1264 Hunters Creek Road, Norman, IN. Call 812.834.6686, or email: ride@midwesttrailride.com, or visit us online at: www.midwesttrailride.com MAY 23 – 2C Ranch Arena Memorial Weekend Roping, 10am start. 9138 W. County Road 700 South, Colfax, IN. Contact Shawn Coleman 765.650.1321, email: shawncoleman2005@ yahoo.com. Find 2C Ranch on Facebook. MAY 23-24 – Indiana Ponies of America Club Show Spring Spectacular. Joint show with Ohio POAC, 8am start. Henry County Saddle Club, 2221 N. Memorial Dr., New Castle, IN. Find us on Facebook at Indiana POAC, or visit us online at: www.indianapoac.com

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MAY 25 – J & S Pony Auction. Topeka Livestock Auction, 601 East Lake St., Topeka, IN. Call 260.593.2522, email: info@topeka livestock.com. Visit us online at: www.topeka livestock.com or find us on Facebook “Topeka Livestock Auction.” MAY 25 – Northeast Indiana & Van Wert Ohio Open Show Circuit Horse Show. Allen County Fairgrounds, 2726 Carroll Rd., Fort Wayne, IN. Contact Lisa 260.740.8313, or email: lisag didion.ld@gmail.com. Find “Northeast Indiana Open Show Circuit” on Facebook. MAY 25 – Open Cross Country Schooling Day. Come Again Farm, 406 W. 256th St., Sheridan, IN. Call 317.371.4688, email: LeeAnn@come againfarm.com, or yodarider@aol.com. Find “Come Again Farm” on Facebook or visit us online at: www.comeagainfarm.com MAY 27-30 – Indianapolis Charity Horse Show. IASHA approved. Elements Financial Blue Ribbon Pavilion, 1202 E. 38th St., Indianapolis, IN. Peter Fenton, Mgr. 859.321.9281, email: petervoice1234@gmail.com, or visit us online at: www.indycharityhs.org MAY 28-31 – IEA Horse Trials, Classic Training & Novice 3-Day Event hosted by the Indiana Eventing Association. Closing Date: May 12. Hoosier Horse Park, 7105 S. Kern Street, Edinburgh, IN. www.iea10.wildapricot.org, or Facebook: Indiana Eventing Association. MAY 29 – Double Y Saddle Club Speed Show, Warm-ups 5pm, $5 pay at the gate. Starts 7:30pm. Rain date: June 5. IBRA, NPBA, NFRA approved. Double Y Saddle Club, 4761 Hendricks Ford Rd., Edinburgh, IN. Contact Mark 317.435.1239, or Toni Walker 317. 670.7619. MAY 30-JUNE 2 – Indy Circuit Horse Show, IQHA approved. Henry County Saddle Club, 2221 N. Memorial Dr., New Castle, IN. Contact Rebecca 765.524.2400, or Joy 765.524.5137, email: hcsaddle@gmail.com or visit us online at: www.hcsaddleclub.com

JUNE JUNE 6 – Indiana Hunter Jumper Association Approved Show. Canterbury Manor Stables, 605 Starkey Rd., Zionsville, IN. 317.414.4656, email: indiana-ihja@sbcglobal.net, online at: www.in-hja.org. Find us on Facebook: Indiana Hunter Jumper Association. JUNE 6 – Ranch Play Day, Get Your Horse Used To Cows at Midwest Trail Ride, 1264 Hunters Creek Road, Norman, IN. Call 812.834.6686, or email: ride@midwesttrailride.com, or visit us online at: www.midwesttrailride.com

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Show & Event Dates IN SHOWS, cont. JUNE 6-7 – Come Again Farm Tim Bourke Eventing Clinic. Come Again Farm, 406 W. 256th St., Sheridan, IN. Call 317.371.4688, email: LeeAnn@comeagainfarm.com, or yodarider@aol.com. Find “Come Again Farm” on Facebook or www.comeagainfarm.com JUNE 6-7 – Indy Dressage Classic I & II hosted by the Indiana Dressage Society. Hoosier Horse Park, 7105 South Kern St., Nineveh, IN. Contact Kay Dixon, email: kedixon@juno.com. Online at: www.indianadressage.com, or find us on Facebook at: Indiana Dressage Society JUNE 11-14 – Hoosier Horse Classic hosted by the Indiana Half-Arabian Horse Club. Hoosier Horse Park, 7105 S. Kern Street, Edinburgh, IN. Call 812.230.3797, email: jnjranch@aol.com Visit www.indianahalfarab.com, or find Indiana Half-Arabian Horse Club on Facebook. JUNE 13 – Northeast Indiana & Van Wert Ohio Open Show Circuit Horse Show. Whitley Co. Fairgrounds, 680 Squawbuck, Columbia City, IIN. Contact Deanna 260.213.6575. Facebook: “Northeast Indiana Open Show Circuit.” JUNE 13-14 – Day Before The Trials Event Derby Sat. Summer Fun Horse Trials Sun. Come Again Farm, 406 W. 256th St., Sheridan, IN. Call 317.371.4688, email: LeeAnn@come againfarm.com, or yodarider@aol.com. Find us on Facebook or www.comeagainfarm.com JUNE 13-14 – Indiana Hunter Jumper Assoc. Approved Show. Hilltop Stables, 7550 Hunt Club Rd., Zionsville, IN. 317.414.4656, email: indiana-ihja@sbcglobal.net, visit us online at: www.in-hja.org. Find us on Facebook: Indiana Hunter Jumper Association. JUNE 13-14 – Indiana Ponies of America Show, 8am start. Henry County Saddle Club, 2221 N. Memorial Dr., New Castle, IN. Find us on Facebook at Indiana POAC, or visit us online at: www.indianapoac.com

JUNE 13-14 – Indiana Whips & Wheels Carriage Driving Club Training Clinic. Hoosier Horse Park, 7105 S. Kern Street, Edinburgh, IN. Email: Sandy: pony2608@att.net, or Deborah: tico 518@yahoo.com. Find “Indiana Whips and Wheels” on Facbook or visit: www.inwwi.com JUNE 18-20 – Seymour Draft Horse Sale. Catalog deadline: April 30. Topeka Livestock Auction, 601 East Lake St., Topeka, IN. Call 260.593.2522, email: info@topekalivestock. com. Online at: www.topekalivestock.com or on Facebook “Topeka Livestock Auction.” JUNE 19-21 – Battle At Baker Arena hosted by Indiana Mounted Regulators Cowboy Mounted Shooting Club. Hoosier Horse Park, 7105 S. Kern Street, Edinburgh, IN. Contact Connie 260.668.1770, or email: dcr@locl.net. Find us on Facebook: Indiana Mounted Regulators JUNE 20 – Northeast Indiana & Van Wert Ohio Open Show Circuit Horse Show. Kosciusko Co. Fairgrounds, 1400 E Smith St., Warsaw, IN. Contact Charity 574.551.6113. Facebook: “Northeast Indiana Open Show Circuit.” JUNE 21 – Northeast Indiana & Van Wert Ohio Open Show Circuit Horse Show. Huntington County Fairgrounds, 631 East Taylor St., Huntington, IN. Contact Jim 765.251.6268 or find us on Facebook: “Northeast Indiana Open Show Circuit.” JUNE 26 – Double Y Saddle Club Speed Show, Warm-ups 5pm, $5 pay at the gate. Starts 7:30pm. IBRA, NPBA, NFRA approved. Double Y Saddle Club, 4761 Hendricks Ford Road, Edinburgh, IN. Contact Mark 317.435.1239, or Toni Walker 317. 670.7619 or on Facebook. JUNE 27 – Driving Horse Auction. Topeka Livestock Auction, 601 East Lake St., Topeka, IN. Call 260.593.2522, email: info@topeka livestock.com. On Facebook: Topeka Livestock Auction or visit: www.topekalivestock.com

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JUNE 27-28 – HCSC & IQHA June Jubilee. 8am start. Henry County Saddle Club, 2221 N. Memorial Dr., New Castle, IN. Contact Rebecca 765.524.2400, or Joy 765.524.5137, email: hcsaddle@gmail.com or visit us online at: www.hcsaddleclub.com JUNE 29-JULY 2 – Heartland Region Camp sponsored by the Heartland Region Pony Clubs. Hoosier Horse Park, 7105 S. Kern Street, Nineveh, IN. Email: heartlandregionponyclubs @gmail.com or Facebook: Heartland Region Pony Clubs, or heartlandregionponyclubs.org

INDIANA AUCTIONS Auction listings are free, call us or email: saddleupmag@gmail.com to be included! Hamilton County Horse Sale: 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month. Approx. schedule: 3pm Used Tack, 5:45pm New Tack, 7:30pm Hay & Trailers. Saddles & Horses to follow. 22217 St. Rd. 37 N., Noblesville, IN. Call 317.946.4450, or 317.773.5590, or find us on Facebook. Rigsby Farms Worthington Horse Auction: Auction held the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month. 5917 N. 200 W., Worthington, IN. Contact Jerry Rigsby 765.271.5063, or Blake Rigsby 765.865.5770, or find us on Facebook. Shipshewana Trading Place: Horse Auction Every Friday. 10:30am tack, 12:30pm Horses; saddle, ponies, work and driving. 345 S. Van Buren St., Shipshewana, IN. 260.768.4129, email: info@shipshewanatradingplace.com, or visit: www.shipshewanatradingplace.com Topeka Livestock Auction: Horse Auctions throughout the year. 601 E. Lake St., Topeka, IN. Call 260.593.2522, or email: info@topeka livestock.com, visit us online at: www.topeka livestock.com or find us on Facebook. NOW SERVING EQUESTRIANS IN...

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BLACK SWAMP DRIVING CLUB, OH Two dozen BSDC members gathered March 8th at the Good Hope Lutheran Church, Arlington, OH. President Roger Higgins Jr. opened the meeting recognizing Jackie Minges, who announced that one of BSDC’s founding members, Al Hohenbrink, had passed away March 6th. A moment of silence was observed. Al Sidell, the Northwest Director of the Ohio Horseman's Council, was introduced to present the insurance program available to OHC members. Sidell stated that there were about 4,000 members who maintained nearly 1,800 miles of equine trails in Ohio. He explained that several trails in NW Ohio were both safe and available for driving, including some at Van Buren, Maumee State Forest, Rails to Trails in Fulton Co. and White Star Park near Gibsonburg. Sidell pointed out that one of the perks of OHC is that members can get an Equisure policy that would cover damage caused by the member's equine. Chapters can get insurance for a single event. Sidell, who has worked as a farrier, brought several types of shoes, cadaver hoofs and leg bones to explain various shoeing possibilities when injury or disease causes lameness issues. During a brief business meeting, Sue Murray presented the secretary and treasurer reports that were approved. President Higgins Jr., announced that Western Reserve Carriage Assoc. had invited BSDC to attend their events. Updates on future events included that the Carlisle drive will be scheduled soon, the next meeting will be April 19, and BSDC has been invited to the NW Ohio OHC ride at Van Buren Sept. 25-27. In other business, the board voted to support the Blue Ribbon Driving Clinic in Ionia, MI. Frank Bugner has extended an invitation to see his oil wagon restoration and enjoy a picnic at his farm. To close the meeting, Jackie Minges presented a safety talk, reminding drivers that hitching and unhitching can be dangerous and require strict attention from driver and helpers. “Flashing Light” for all carriages bill has been introduced into Ohio Legislature.

BSDC Upcoming Events: April 19: Meeting at Good Hope Lutheran Church, Arlington, OH, 2 -4 pm. July 11: Historical display at Wyandot County Museum, Ice Cream Social. Upper Sandusky, OH August 22: Trip to Draft Horse Museum followed by potluck and horse-drawn tour with the Will Stevenson Family. Ft. Wayne, IN September 13: Parker Bridge Drive hosted by Julie Emmons, Upper Sandusky, OH. September 27: Coon Hunters Drive hosted by the Murrays, Tiffin, OH October 25: Hayride with Mary Elliott and Linda Spear, Galion, OH More information online at: www.blackswampdrivingclub.com

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come for a day ride. We are expecting to see new faces from 2-3 hours away that will be able to camp and stay to explore our 20+ miles of trails that wind around lakes, woods, prairie grasses while crossing many creeks. The trails are groomed by hard working members that understand what a commitment to having great trails entails. Hope to see all soon as Spring unfolds early. Please join us and support our fundraising camp outs. Mark your calendars! May 14-17, 2020 Annual Spring Equestrian Camp Out September 17-19, 2020 Annual Fall Equestrian Camp Out Go to our website at www.fchfa.org for more information and updates. Call Nancy at 269-967-3613 with any other questions. See you on the trail! Toni Strong, FCHFA Secretary

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FORT CUSTER HORSE FRIENDS ASSOCIATION Fort Custer Equestrian Campground is up and open for camping!! As of now, there is no reservation system in place with the DNR. You must pay at the DNR office as you drive into the Park and the campsites will be on a first come basis. This has been a long awaited reward for all the hard work our FCHFA members have put into the last couple of years to get this 7 site campground approved and open. We are proud to welcome equestrians from near and far to come enjoy this new addition to our trails and everything we have contributed to our Park. Please consider joining FCHFA to help maintain and build for all equestrians to use now and in the future. This campground and trail system is entirely supported by our club with fundraising and membership dues. There are also grants obtained from members employment that are based on volunteer hours worked at the Park for our nonprofit status. If you enjoy the trails we work so hard to share with everyone, please join us! Time is short for all families but a membership shows your support! Thank-you! Thank you to all that stopped by our trail display at the MHC Expo. There was a lot of excitement about our trails and campground. Many riders said they always wanted to ride at Fort Custer, but it was too far to

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HIGHLAND TRAIL RIDERS ASSOCIATION Hello Spring!!! As of this writing we have experienced some great riding weather with the promise of much more ahead. With that being said, we hope you are planning and plotting out your Spring events right now. Please be sure to include the Highland Trail Riders Poker Ride and Camp weekend. This event is well attended and always fun. Camping is Friday and Saturday, May 15 & 16. The Poker ride is on Saturday, 10 am on May 16th. Registration is going on now!! Day riders are also welcome. Any and all information is available on our website at: www.highlandtrailriders.com, or on our Facebook page at Highland Trail Riders Association. We hope to see there! We are also planning for our second yearly event in September. We are adding a silent auction to this event and are fervently looking for donations. If you have tack, clothing, artwork, or a nicely appointed gift basket you would kindly like to donate, please contact Sally Oberg, email her at: highland trailridersmi@gmail.com. More information regarding this event coming soon. WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Horse Association & Trail Riders News HIGHLAND TRAIL RIDERS ASSOC., cont. As with any organization, HTRA is only as productive and successful as the people involved. We are fortunate to have a motivated and active membership, but we could always use more support. Please consider becoming a member of HTRA. You will not only be helping to preserve some of the most beautiful trails this state has to offer, you will be joining a team of fun loving, caring people who would love to have you on board. You can find membership forms and information on our website. Life is better with a team...HTRA is a great one! Enjoy this wonderful time of year, ride your horse, visit our parks, clear some trails, and get involved. Above all else...stay healthy!

IONIA HORSE TRAILS ASSOCIATION Thank you all for coming out and supporting our events in 2019! Our Forbidden Trail Ride and our Chili Cookoff were very successful again, surpassing all previous years! Because of this success, we are able to hire a professional to do some drainage work, install matting, stone, and gravel on Phase 1 of our Confidence Course. With our weather going from rainy and wet straight to cold, we may not be able to complete the work before late spring. We really want our course built right, so our riders have a first class course to hone their skills. Our new approximately 100 x 100 arena, built with a joint effort of park staff and IHTA volunteers on September 28, 2019, is next to day staging. If you have an anxious horse you want to expose to trail riding, you'll have a safe place to "work out the kinks" before hitting the trails. We'll also be encouraging 4-H groups to hold their practices there, as well as potentially inviting clinicians and outside events in the future. Our event dates have been set for 2020! Camping reservations for both the Forbidden Trail Ride and the Chili Cookoff can be made now! Set a reminder to get those reservations made! June 27 – Forbidden Trail Ride October 3 – Chili Cookoff Our next board meeting will be April 21st.

We meet on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at the Park Supervisor's office at 6:30 pm. We will continue our plans to improve our stalls, picket areas, and the Course, and any required decisions will be handled by the board staying in contact over email. Phase 2 of our course will begin in 2021. Our campground is opening on April 15th, 2020. Our trails remain open all year, but park staff does not always plow to the back of the park. Call the staff at 616-527-3750 if planning a venture to the park in winter. Thank you, Kristie Walls, IHTA President

MICHIGAN FOX TROTTER ASSOCIATION We have two clinics set up for May. The first one is a Trail Obstacle clinic May 2-3 with Susan Williams at Morningview Farm in Ionia. There are five openings left out of ten. The cost is $250 for the weekend. This includes a rustic camping spot, a stall and a bag of shavings. Susan teaches horsemanship and sets up creative yet practical obstacles to desensitize your horse to. This will take place in her large covered arena. There are hotels nearby if you want to stay in one, instead of camping. The second one is a Basic Horsemanship clinic May 23-24 with Levi Beechy in West Branch. He also has an indoor arena and outside space to teach in. His clinic is $300 for the weekend with free rustic camping. There will be a silent auction all weekend, campfire music and pitch-in pizza Saturday night. 5 of the nine spots in Levi's clinic are filled already. Go to www.michiganfox trotters.com to print off your registration form for either clinic to participate. But hurry before the spots are all gone! Make your checks for both clinics out to MFTA please. We welcomed some more new Michigan members: Diane Willoughby of Shepherd, Dean & Elizabeth Kittendorf of Washington and Kelly Clevenger of Stanton. They ride some great quality Fox Trotters and are looking forward to hitting the trails, showing and trying new disciplines. There is still time to enroll in the Versatility Challenge. Rack up points doing all sorts of activities with your young horse not under

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saddle yet or your saddle broke horse. That form can be printed off our website as well. For a $20 sign-up fee, you could earn a prize in your division that is worth much more. Consult our website and Facebook page for additional updates on ride dates and places, clinics and other activities. We encourage everyone interested in Fox Trotters to become involved and consider joining our association. Our mission is to educate those interested in Missouri Fox Trotting horses, as well as to promote the breeding, training and enjoyment of them in Michigan. By Marilyn Mannino

MICHIGAN TRAIL RIDERS ASSOCIATION Our annual banquet was canceled to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. At this time it has not been rescheduled. Watch MI Trail Riders website and Facebook page for updates. www.MTRA.org Getting ready for riding season includes vaccinations for horses, Coggins and health certificate if crossing state lines, shoes for horses if you keep barefoot for the winter, and checking your gear. Vaccinations are important especially when exposing your horse to large groups, check with your veterinarian for recommendations. If attending a MTRA ride from out of state, Coggins and health certificate must be presented to the trail boss when checking in. Shoes of course are not required, but there is varied footing and terrain that your horse may not be accustomed to. Some riders carry a spare set of shoes in the event of a lost shoe and usually there is a farrier on the ride who will nail it on. Checking tack prior to a ride is important, looking for cracks and weak areas that need replacing. Packing spare latigos, cinches, headstalls and halters can prevent needing to find a store or borrowing one. Though in an unforseen tack accident, someone is there to help. I've loaned saddles, and tush cushes when needed! Be prepared for any weather changes! We've had snow on the May ride and fall rides and of course rain and varying temperatures. I never leave camp for a 20+ mile WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Horse Association & Trail Riders News MICHIGAN TRAIL RIDERS ASSOC., cont. ride without a raincoat packed. Packing an emergency kit for your horse and yourself is a good idea. The trail maps identify safe watering spots for your horse and the trail boss reviews this at nightly meetings. Taking water for yourself is important. Please pack out anything that you take with you. Hauling our special cargo requires checking the safety of our trailers. Hope to see you on the trail!

ORTONVILLE RECREATION EQUESTRIAN ASSOCIATION (OREA) Time to ride!! Plan to join us on Memorial Weekend for the Spring Fling Poker Ride and Campout. The weekend will start with the Saturday poker ride, registration beginning at 9 a.m., poker hands dealt at 2:30 p.m. Snacks and water offered to participants, along with OREA merchandise. Get your membership at the registration desk, if you haven't already done so. Stay to explore the park and its surroundings with your OREA hosts through May 25th. The campsites are in beautiful condition with lots of new high line poles and lifted tree canopy. No doubt we'll have a potluck Sunday afternoon, so bring something along to share. Campfire fellowship Saturday and Sunday evenings. Check for updated information online at www.hadleyhills.com or on our Facebook page at “OREA-Ortonville Recreation Equestrian Area.” OREA is a 501c3 and welcomes all interested persons. Questions? Looking to ride with someone? Call/text me or leave a note on our website’s Contact tab. Happy Trails! Karen DeOrnellas, OREA President 913-660-8012

PROUD LAKE TRAIL RIDERS Spring is upon us and we hope that everyone is gearing up to start riding! We are looking forward to another great season of events to share with you. We have our event schedule ready to go for 2020. We are kicking it off with a new to us ride. We will be hosting a murder mystery ride. Come join the fun and find out what it is all about. This will take place on Saturday, June 20th. Proud Lake will be hosting a camp out that weekend from Friday, June 19th through Sunday, June 21st. Also on the calendar will be the ever popular Circle Ride which we host together with Kensington. The Circle Ride will be on Saturday, September 26th. There will be camping at both parks from Friday, September 25th through Sunday, September 27th. You may stage at either Proud Lake or Kensington if you are just coming in for the ride. The Circle Ride is when you ride from one of the parks staging areas to the other. If you do not wish to do the entire ride, then just feel free to mosey around either place. If you have been to Proud Lake recently you will see our new obstacle course in the run off field next to the staging area. A few of these obstacles were built by a local boy scout who built them as part of his Eagle project. He also created two cement mounting blocks for us. One is in the staging area and one is by the railroad tracks. Please come out and try the obstacle course, it is a lot of fun! If you would like to join our email list, please email me at efrusy@yahoo.com and also remember to like us on Facebook!

SLEEPY HOLLOW TRAIL RIDERS ASSOC. Our first 2020 workbee will be Saturday, April 18 at 9:00 am? Raindate is April 25. Join us for raking up the staging area, trimWord limit 600, deadline 15th for next issue. ming trail debris, and cleaning up camping Email: saddleupmag@gmail.com sites. Depending on weather, your ATV crew APRIL 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020 (50)

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would help with trail trimming and draining muddy areas. Lunch at Noon. If you can't help with trail work, instead help with lunchbring a dish to pass, help prepare lunch, donate a case of water, or pick up several subs…it all helps. Remember four hours of work earns one overnight free camping. That's a $20.00 value. RSVP head count. May 22-25 – Memorial Weekend will be the return of the Pirate Ride. This is hosted by Karen and Shelby Pennington. Call 269-7932284. Come camp with us and enjoy a fun Saturday ride doing Pirate things. There will be a potluck and campfire. Don't fight traffic driving up north. July 17-19 – A Lazy Days Weekend of camping and having summer fun. Chanda Donnan will be hosting. Contact at 517-2856501. TieDye Shirts, Games, and campfire and potluck await you. September 4-7 – Labor Day Weekend hosted by Pat Brown, give you 3 nights and 4 days of riding or driving fun, games, campfires and a potluck. Call 517-651-5984. October 16-18 – Explore the Hollow. This a once a year event where equestrians can ride marked Bike/Hiking trails on Friday and Saturday. Sunday is “pick up poo day.“ Come join host Marsha 989-277-2541 with special riding, a group campfire and a Saturday potluck. Remember to go online at: www.midrn reservations.com or call 1-800-44-parks if you wish to rent one of SHSP’s cabins. Both are equine friendly with four pickett poles and a connector to the equine trail system. Go online to see the many perks of the deluxe cabin and the charm of the rustic cabin. I would advise to book ahead, as these cabins are getting more popular. Get a group together and rent both for a great get away. Coming in 2020 is the possibility of new covered corrals at both cabins. When the trails are really muddy, please avoid the East and West Loops. Try to ride the scenic south loop that has the firm old roadbed, takes you to the island and is a much less muddy ride. Thank you, Marsha Putnam

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WESTERN DRESSAGE ASSOCIATION OF MICHIGAN Our lives have all change in a matter of a few days with the concerns about Coronavirus pandemic. WDAA and WDAMI are both concerned about the health and safety of our members. I have included a letter from our WDAA President Cindy Butler. Please read. In all this uncertainty, please remember the act of kindness. Help one another, support each other, and remember that stranger or neighbor that may need a hand or a few kind words. Currently, we are still planning to have WDAMI Clinic, “Dressage for Every Horse and Every Rider” Educational event, June 6, 2020 at Wyn Farm in Williamston, MI. It should be a great Clinic. Our Clinicians this year are the famous Sue Hughes, USDF Gold Medalist Dorothy Mueller and Multi Western Dressage World Champion, Suzanne Morisse. Topics this year are ride a test, fix a test, achieving lightness, mastering suppling and stretching exercises to improve your horse's performance, enhancing your toolbox with trick training and equine learning, understanding the Small Arena and Introductory Level tests, understanding Basic and Level 1, working toward improving engagement and piaffe for everyone. Semi-private lessons will be offered as well. If WDAMI cancels this event due to the COVID-19, we will refund your money, or if you feel it is unsafe for you because of COVID-19, we will refund your money. I would like to say Thank You to our friend, Glass-ed for co-supporting us last year with this great clinic and being a great supporter of Western Dressage. Glass-ed is a GMO of USDF and offers many educational and show events every year. We value their friendship and look forward to working with them in the future. Our quote of the month is by Dr. Reiner Klimke, Olympic Dressage Gold Medalist for Germany. “When your horse has reached his potential, leave it. It's such a nice feeling when you and your horses are still friends.” Don't Forget to renew your WDAMI and WDAA membership for 2020; you can do this at: www.wdami.org. If you haven't been

a member, we would love to have you join and become a part of the fastest growing equestrian sport. Thank you for your support. Be safe, have fun, enjoy your equine partner, and exercise the act of kindness to all. Until next time. Suzanne Morisse, WDAMI President Dear Friends, Western Dressage Association of America (WDAA) is concerned about the health and safety of our members, staff and their families. We are monitoring information available regarding the Coronavirus pandemic. The decision to move forward with or cancel any WDAA recognized shows rests with show organizers for those events. Show organizers can best assess the conditions in their particular area considering the size of the event they host and their State’s guidelines for public gatherings. WDAA encourages show management teams to review Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommendations for public gatherings online at: www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/ community/large-events/mass-gatheringsready-for-covid-19.html and have a plan in place for shows they decide to hold. We encourage WDAA members to use necessary precautions as recommended by the CDC and State Public Health Directors to prevent the spread of respiratory diseases. If you choose to compete in shows held in the next month, WDAA recommends that you limit your exposure and create social distancing. For the latest information on Coronavirus and disease prevention, check CDC recommendations online at: www.cdc.gov/ coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html If you have specific questions regarding WDAA, please contact us at info@western dressageassociation.org. Cindy Butler, President of Western Dressage Association of America

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WESTERN MI APPALOOSA REGIONAL First and foremost, I need to let you all know that the first WMAR approved show, the MApHA Spring Show on May 1-3, 2020, has been CANCELLED. The Ingham County Fairgrounds, as per CDC recommendations, has cancelled all activities at the fairgrounds through May 10, 2020. Hopefully, the rest of the show season will move on uneventfully, but we are going to have to wait and see. It's out of our hands at this point. We are all disappointed. At this point the rest of the show season includes the WMAR Red, White & Blue Show on May 30-31, 2020, also at the Ingham County Fairgrounds (north end), the WMAR State Show on July 11-12, 2020 at the Ingham County Fairgrounds (south end), the MApHA/WMAR Summer Sizzler Show on August 8-9, 2020 at the MSU Pavilion and the MApHA Classic Show on August 28-29, 2020 at the MSU Pavilion, E. Lansing. A schedule is also available on the WMAR Facebook page. Our two WMAR shows held at the Ingham County Fairgrounds will again be offering Open All Breed classes complete with their own show high points. So, if you have friends that don't have Appaloosa’s yet, they can still come along and have some fun with us. The Ingham County Fairgrounds is once again allowing exhibitors to haul in without having to rent a stall. Further information about that will be on the show bills. Something new for 2020 is that the Sizzler Appaloosa Show, which we co-host with the MApHA will also have Open All Breed classes AND there will be a circuit award offered which includes the 2 WMAR shows, as well as the Sizzler show. Circuit award winners will be handed out at our year end awards banquet in 2021. Don't forget that WMAR offers the Incentive Fund for those of you showing at the WMAR shows this summer. For a small fee, you can start earning $$ for each point earned, which is paid back at the year-end banquet. Further information and forms can be found on the WMAR website and on the WMAR Facebook page. continued next page WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Horse Association & Trail Riders News WESTERN MI APPALOOSA REG., cont. For current info, as well as photos from the awards banquet and last summer's fun, check our website at www.wmarapp.org or visit our Facebook page, Western Michigan Appaloosa Regional-WMAR. 'til next month...Sharon Clark

and tarps to haul leaves. Tom Chaffee has created the requested new trail signs which will need to be installed. There is plenty of work for everyone. The Barry Roubaix bike race is April 18th, we have 20 volunteers! Thank you so very much for volunteering. Your hours are longer this year because they added a 100 mile race to the 62, 36, and 18 miles that they always have. Get your assignments from Ron Walker, t-shirts and stop signs can be picked up on Friday, April 17th at the Holiday Inn between 3:30-7:00 in Hastings. YSTRA 2020 Events:

YANKEE SPRINGS TRAIL RIDERS ASSOCIATION Board Meeting Minutes, March 11, 2020 This meeting was held at Sandy's Country Kitchen and called to order at 6:15 pm by Ron Walker, President. Ron led us in our Pledge of Allegiance. Work Bee March 28: Depending on weather there will be a work day March 28th to install the 4 gates in the new corrals and do road clean up. The leaves need to be cleaned out of the pavilion too so bring your rakes

April 3-5: CMO Ride, contact Trudi Reurink for more information. April 25: Shot Clinic, 9 am, contact Dr Bennecke to schedule a time. Sarah Bueler chairperson. June 27: Judged Trail Ride, Kathy Taylor chairperson. September 5: Annual Meeting & Pig Roast Ron Walker chairperson. October 10: Halloween Event, Sara Beuler chairperson.

Michigan Horse Expo 2020 By Paula Stevens | MSU Horse Management Program Student The Michigan Horse Expo was held March 6th-8th at the Michigan State University Pavilion in East Lansing, MI. Vendors and clinicians came from all over to put on a three-day event that nobody would forget. Between Craig Cameron, Michael Gascon and the Reined Cow Horse, there was plenty to keep everyone on the edge of their seats. Businessmen and women all came to set up booths and put on their best smiles as they shared their products with the multitudes of kids, teenagers and families all milling about. Saturday evening was Michael Gascon's (also known as the “Horse Guru” on Facebook) “Never Give Up Tour” and Sunday morning was the introduction to Michigan Reined Cow Horse; both shows did not leave many, if any at all, disappointed. Northfork Farm had their petting zoo set up in the youth area, featuring baby rabbits and guinea pigs, baby goats, a sheep and White Socks, the miniature horse. Michigan State University also had a booth set up where people could learn about the MSU Horse Programs from students both enrolled in the program or students that work at the MSU Horse Farms. Tribute Equine Nutrition had their booth and put on a Body Condition and Scoring demonstration with Bill Brown of W. Brown Performance Horses (also there with a booth featuring information about W. Brown Equine Assisted Training and Tribute Equine Nutrition) and “Quinn,” a 4 year old AQHA Reiner (currently for sale at Chase Lake Equine Center in Fowlerville). Demonstrations covered how to body score a horse, the importance of body scoring, along with information on Tribute Feed and how that comes in to play with horses being athletes. APRIL 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020

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Trail Report: 4 Mile widening, DNR manager asked for more specific information on location for the DEQ forms. Ron will provide this information. Solar well and electrical fund: on hold DNR Update: Andru Jevicks is working on moving the Quonset area out from the protected area for the rattlesnake and give this land back to the recreation area, looking hopeful this will be approved. Andru is also working on rerouting the proposed spur trail with hopes it will also be approved. Next meeting will be held April 8th weather permitting at the YSTRA Horsemen's campground. Meeting adjourned at 7:45 Happy Trails, Kathy Taylor, YSTRA Secretary

Please Take Note: Some of the events listed within our pages may NOT take place due to the Coronavirus. Please check with individual event coordinators before attending any events in April or early May of 2020. Please be safe and stay well!

The highlight of the expo for me was the Reined Cow Horse event, which did not disappoint. Bill Thomas, Trevor Walton, Jarrod Walton, Brandy Johnson, Joe Harper, Chet Martin, Stephanie Gilliland and Greg Crispin all rode hard and had fun while doing it, Sunday morning. Brandy Johnson took home the Reserve Champion and Joe Harper took home the Champion title, but at the end of the day every rider out there had great runs and it was an exciting way to introduce the Michigan Reined Cow Horse to everyone at the expo.

Paula Stevens is a current student at Michigan State University, enrolled in the Horse Management Programs with plans to go on to get her bachelor's degree in business with a minor in journalism. She manages a blog and Facebook page CitifiedCowgirl and also manages and operates CitifiedCowgirl Photography, and works at Chase Lake Equine Center, a barn out in Fowlerville, MI. WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

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Complete show information online at:

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Great Lakes Area Show Series Educational Dressage

April 25 May 9

Glass-Ed “New To Dressage?” Clinic with Joanne Coy Contact Joanne Coy at JCoy52@gmail.com

Glass-Ed Clinic – Lesson or Test with Heather Walters Contact Amanda Pitsch at AmandaPitsch@baircroft.com

May 23

Pine Lake Stables May Dressage

June 6

Serenity Farm Spring Dressage

June 20

Glass-Ed Annual Dressage at Pine Lake Stables

Contact Mary Johnson 269.664.4223, or equineline@mei.net

Janine Holmes 616.723.4122, or JHEquestrian@comcast.net

Contact Mary Johnson 269.664.4223, or equineline@mei.net

June 28

Derbyshire Farms Dressage I

July 11

Willow Tree Dressage Show I

July 12

Lucinda Henderson 269.930.9808, or derbyshirefarms@csi.net

Contact Karen Bielefeld 269.470.5007, or karenbielefeld@gmail.com

Willow Tree Dressage Show I Contact Karen Bielefeld 269.470.5007, or karenbielefeld@gmail.com

July 18

Rainbow Riders 4-H Dressage Show

July 26

Derbyshire Farms Dressage II

Aug 29

Serenity Farm Fall Dressage

Sept 19

Pine Lake Stables September Dressage

Contact Linda Cooper 616.260.1470, or Linda_Cooper@amway.com

Lucinda Henderson 269.930.9808, or derbyshirefarms@csi.net

Janine Holmes 616.723.4122, or JHEquestrian@comcast.net

Contact Mary Johnson 269.664.4223, or equineline@mei.net

Pine Lake Stables Plainwell, MI Pine Lake Stables Plainwell, MI Pine Lake Stables Plainwell, MI Closing Date: 5/14/20 Serenity Farm Byron Center, MI Closing Date: 5/24/20 Pine Lake Stables Plainwell, MI Closing Date: 6/11/20 Derbyshire Farms Stevensville, MI Closing Date: 6/15/20 Willow Tree Farm Bangor, MI Closing Date: 7/3/20 Willow Tree Farm Bangor, MI Closing Date: 7/3/20 Rainbow Riders 4-H Lowell, MI Closing Date: 7/9/20 Derbyshire Farms Stevensville, MI Closing Date: 7/13/20 Serenity Farm Byron Center, MI Closing Date: 8/16/20 Pine Lake Stables Plainwell, MI Closing Date: 9/10/20

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