March 2011 Saddle Up! Magazine by Saddle Up! Magazine

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My people are going to Lakeside Saddlery!

LAKE IDE ADDLERY 200 Barker Rd., Whitmore Lake, MI 48189 www.lakesidesaddlery.com

(734) 449-8617

18th

Annual Spring

March 24, 25 & 26

STOREWIDE SAVINGS 15%-50% OFF * Special Extended Hours:

*Excluding de-wormers, services & Royal Wire Products. NO OTHER DISCOUNTS APPLY

Thursday, Friday & Saturday 10am to 8pm

Western “Show” Jackets & Vests

All Retired Breyers

50% OFF

25% OFF

*All

Muck Boot “Middies” 40% Off, Reg. $84.95

Saddles

10% or MORE OFF

NOW $50.97

as tagged!

DAILY DRAWING FOR A $50 GIFT CERTIFICATE! Attention 4-H & Pony Club Members... Don’t forget, 2011 Membership Cards needed by April 1st, 2011

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Why buy used, when you can buy

NEW

for the same price!

989-743-3536

www.PricesTrailers.com

Come & See Them All... 415 McNeil (M-71), Corunna, MI 48850

View Them All...

COME VISIT US AT... DOOR ! PRIZE

Email: sales@pricestrailers.com

Trailer Sales & RV Center

The MHC Stallion Expo March 11-13, 2011 • MSU

Eclipse Livestock Boxes NEW! Starting at:

$995.00 with Trailer

Enter to win an Eclipse Livestock Box Trailer!

$2,630.00

Eclipse 2 Horse Trailer Straight Load WP SS

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Suggested Retail Price: $9,050.00

Price's Trailers Super Sale Price: $5,995.00 Plus Tax / Tag / Freight / Prep

You don’t have your best price until you call

Price’s Trailers!

Eclipse 2 Horse Trailer Straight or Slant WP SM Suggested Retail $10,511.83

NEW!

Eclipse 2 Horse Trailer Straight Load WP SS MG

Price's Trailers Super Sale Price: $6,995.00 Plus Tax / Tag / Freight / Prep

Eclipse Enclosed Stock Trailers

Swing out Mangers with Self-Store Saddle Racks!

10’ Flat Nose

Price's Trailers Super Sale Prices:

Starting at:

$6,995.00 • $7,450.00

$4,895.00

w/Ramp

10’ V-Nose

Plus Tax / Tag / Freight / Prep

Starting at:

$5,895.00

ALL TRAILERS IN-STOCK Prices do not include freight, taxes, dealer prep. and titling fees. Prices for base model, does not include dealer installed options.

Plus Tax / Tag / Freight / Prep

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New! Sharon Camarillo’s Signature Collection of Tack Now available at Tom’s!

Join us for...

Sharon Camarillo’s Better Barrel Racing Clinic April 8-10, 2011

Back by Popular Demand! Equi-Spirit Horse Toys 2 sizes available

New Tack from Circle Y, Billy Cook, Equibrand & Professional Choice

Held in Mason, MI

For more information contact Cheryl So

TOM’S WESTERN STORE One Mile West of Ovid on M-21 • 8982 E. M-21, Ovid, MI 48866

517.349.2594

GIFT 1-800-830-5446 • (989) 834-5446 SADDLE CARDS FITTINGS www.tomswesternstore.com

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The ORCHARD ARENA ~ AUCTION ~ STABLE 5966 W. Sanilac Rd., Vassar, MI 48768

HORSE & TACK AUCTION 3rd Saturday of Every Month Hay @ Noon, Tack @ 2pm, Horses @ 7pm

Site

Driving Horse Sale April 2, 2011 10 a.m.

CATTLE SORTING Draw Pot! PRACTICE! $20 Per Person Starting in May Saturdays 6:30pm

GW HORSES & TACK Gary & Deb Wright (989) 673-3767 www.gwhorsesandtack.com Email: gwright@centurytel.net

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Pole Buildings

We Will Custom Build Any Size

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Pepper Ridge Equestrian Center proudly welcomes back Internationally Renowned Clinician and Instructor

NANCY BAKER April 2 & 3, 2011 Any Discipline, Breed and Level of Riding Book your private session and go one-on-one with Nancy. (Space is limited.) Semi-private sessions are also available at a reduced rate. Please call 517-404-1157 for times and pricing. For more info on Nancy visit: www.wicklowdressage.com For more info on Pepper Ridge visit: www.pepperridge.com

Pepper Ridge Equestrian Center 7975 Pepper Rd., Holly, MI 48442 • Phone: 248-634-3560

MIDWEST TRAIL RIDE Hoosier National Forest • Horseman’s Campground

2011 RIDE SCHEDULE April 14-17 May 7 May 27-30 June 17-19 July 9 Aug 5-7 Sept 2-5 Sept 9-11 Sept 24 Oct 3-9 Oct 12-16 Oct 27-30

Spring Singles Ride ACTHA Ride Memorial Weekend Gaited Horse Ride ACTHA Ride Summer Singles Ride Labor Day Weekend AQHA Charity Ride ACTHA Ride Fall Festival Trail Ride Fall 4-Day Ride Halloween Weekend

RIDE, REST, RELAX

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Peter Campbell Clinic April 1-4, 2011 Chelsea, Michigan Clinic will begin at 9am daily and run Friday, April 1 to Monday, April 4

Fabulous Fallbrook, CA Horse Property For Sale!

Do you have a colt that needs starting? One that pulls back, rears, bucks, leading, trailer loading issues or just plain ole’ naughty? Maybe you need polishing up on the basics? Sign up for our special evening colt starting class!

Exceptional ranch on 3.6 level acres in Southern California. Custom 4,056 sq. ft. home, 8 stall barn, water well and irrigated pastures. Asking $1.1 million.

Foundation Horsemanship 9am to Noon

Visit www.fallbrookequestrianestate.com or email info@fallbrookequestrianestate.com

Horsemanship 2 1pm to 4pm

Colt Starting Begins at 4:30pm (times are approx.)

E QUINE M EDICAL S ERVICES

Never Ridden With Peter Before?

$300 Introductory Fee! That’s a savings of $200!! Mr. Campbell limits his class sizes ~ sign up today!

Shannon Lynch, D.V.M. EXTRACORPOREAL SHOCKWAVE THERAPY A fantastic treatment for tendon injuries and other lameness issues. Gets horses back to work faster and stronger!

Need to learn more about Peter? See him in the February issue of Western Horseman! Watch RFD TV and you can find him with tips of the day on “Equestrian Nation” or go to

• Digital Coggins • Routine Vaccination & Health Care • Prompt Appointment Times • Reproductive Health & Foal Care • Compassion • Understanding • Technical Motorized Dental Care • LAMENESS Diagnostics & Therapy • Excellent Emergency Coverage • Radiography & Ultrasonagraphy • Senior Care & Management • Quality Pre-purchase Examinations

www.PeterCampbellHorsemanship.com Look him up on Facebook under Peter Campbell or simply email his office at trc@wildblue.net

Pricing for each class is $500. Haul daily or reserve your stall for $12 per day and $6 per bag of shavings

White O’Morn Farm LLC 14091 Scio Church Rd., Chelsea, MI 48118

www.EquineMedicalServices.com

734.475.2026

(517) 540-0780

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Western Store

Country Homes® REALTORS®

English & Western Tack & Apparel Boots • Hats • Gifts • Horse Care Products

14931 TELEGRAPH RD., FLAT ROCK, MI 48134

PH: (734) 782-4434 • FAX: (734) 782-5367 EXCELLENT SELECTION!

Whether you’re heading for the dusty trail, the show ring, or a country concert...

- Home Decor - Jewelry - Show Items - Grooming Supplies

Stop in & let us make your day!

Special Orders and Layaways!

SUBSTANTIAL BONUS TO BUYERS AGENT IF CLOSED ON/BEFORE 4/30/2011 - Call For Details!

MLS#3429557, Middlebelt Rd., Huron Township 3 bedroom remodeled farmhouse, 25+ acres, 5 miles from Pinnacle Race Track. 52 stalls, stallion barn, hay barn, 60x180 Indoor arena, 60x180 outdoor arena, huge parking area. Home has hardwood floors, all oak trim including staircase, updated kitchen with island & twin convection/std oven. Intercom & camera system from house to barn. Add’l. one bedroom home on property is a rental (occupied). Ultimate, live your dream while working from home. PRICE REDUCED! $589,000.

“Kegan”

PRICE REDUCED! MLS#3428498, Otter Rd., Huron Twp. Great Ranch, 3 bedroom, 2½ bath, w/ Master bedroom w/ garden tub. 5 acres with pond and small barn. Great deck in rear of home overlooking partially wooded peace and quiet. $159,900. SHORT SALE. No charge for deer and other woodland creatures - you bring the horse!

Stop by our NEW LOCATION for great savings! 11980 Gratiot (M-46), Saginaw, MI

(989) 781-6100

MOVE RIGHT IN! MLS#3431469, W. Newburg Rd., Exeter Twp. Great 5 acre property, 3 bedrooms, 1½ baths, ranch, 1st floor laundry, all appliances, basement, Wallside windows, wood burning stove in sunroom. Great buy at $159,900. REO Listing. MLS#3431461, Martinsville Rd., Belleville. 9.3 wooded acres, newer construction, Cape Cod style, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, granite counter tops, hardwood floors (need some work). LAND CONTRACT TERMS OFFERED! $169,400. Hurry, won’t last long!

Fun Time Farms

Horse & Tack Auction Saturday, March 26, 2011 Horse Auction: 12:00 pm Tack Auction: 2:30 pm (approx) Location: 3889 W. Tyler Rd., Alma, MI 48801

We have vacant land & good horse properties for sale near the Huron Twp. Race Track & Eq. Ctr! VACANT PROPERTIES for your dream home:

We will have new and used tack at this sale. We will be taking horse and equestrian related items for consignment until date of auction. Listing of horses will be posted on March 10, 2011.

• 4.4 acres • 5 acres • 5.9 acres • 7.2 acres • 9.8 acres • 12 acres • 12+ acres • 15 acres • 53+ acres • 90 acres

For more information please call

John Haas 989-763-4728 Over 30 horses consigned at this time. We are listing them and shooting videos as you are reading this.

Some possible horse consignments available online at

$ 76,900 $129,000 $ 71,500 $112,500 $ 79,900 $ 57,500 $ 69,900 $172,000 $350,000 $169,900

LOOK! Some prices reduced, great deals!

NEW AGENTS WANTED! Looking for ambitious & motivated salespeople. Experience not necessary, must take required classes.

Berlin Twp. Huron Twp. Carleton Carleton S. Rockwood Carleton Carleton Carleton Ash Twp. Sumpter Twp.

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EQUUS SELECT

TEA TREE OIL BASED PRODUCTS Antibacterial, Antifungal, Antiviral T-HOOF MEDICATED HOOF OIL

T-SUL MEDICATED CREAM

is an excellent aid in the treatment of thrush, white line disease and dry hooves. Great aid for any bacterial or fungal hoof problem. It won’t stain your hands. Tea Tree Oil is excellent at killing bacteria and fungus. Also contains a topical pain reliever. Use daily until clear. Works well as a preventative. Excellent as a hoof conditioner.

is simply the best medicated cream you will ever use. T-Sul uses Tea Tree Oil, Sulfur, Zinc Oxide and Glycerin in natural Olive Oil and Bees Wax base. T-Sul does not sting. It’s fantastic for scratches, cuts, scrapes, ringworm, rain rot, mud fever and any bacterial or fungal rash or infection. Try it on your dog’s hot spots.

To order T-Hoof and T-Sul call (313) 320-0696 or go to www.equusselect.com Equus Select LLC, 1657 Aline Drive, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236

Look what people are saying about T-Sul & T-Hoof! Nothing has gotten rid of my horse’s scratches as well as T-Sul. He gets them every year, so I have practice. ~ Val J. I bought a horse with a bad case of scratches, not knowing he had it. The first year I got medicine from the vet and it didn’t make any kind of change. I discovered your T-Sul product two years ago and the MSU Expo and started treating his feet. MAN – what a difference! ~ Carolyn P. T-Sul has performed better than any other topical dressing I have used in 35 years with horses. ~ Andrew M. Used the medicated hoof oil, T-Hoof, for thrush and it cleared it right up! ~ Elise S. I love the T-Hoof for my horses because it eliminates the threat of thrush immediately and it conditions the hoof. ~ Jan B. Used T-Sul on awful cuts for horse, dogs, people – cured scratches on drafts, got rid of ear infection in dog. Works really well on scars and injuries to heal well and pretty. ~ Julie B. T-Sul worked wonders! Cured my horse’s rain rot and saw hair growth immediately! ~ Sabrina N. My horse had chronic thrush that I could not resolve until using T-Hoof! Now he is thrush free! ~ Mary D. White Line disease – treated it once a day for about four days with T-Hoof and it was gone. ~ Larry F.

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Portraits with a photojournalistic approach! All furry animals BIG and Small, Equine, High School Senior Pictures, Farm, Animal Events, Riding School Specials, Children, Families and Farm Real Estate.

Appointment only studio 810-220-3354 www.lmd-photography.com www.lmd-photography.smugmug.com Proud member of EPNet, PPA & DPPA Linda Michele-Dobel Photography is now looking for Senior Model Representatives for the class of 2012. Are you fun, friendly, outgoing, motivated and comfortable in front of the camera? We offer many incentives, free session, prints and credits. We are looking for models that enjoy mixing a funky, fun and edgy style. Come and join the LMD Photography team and represent your school. (Voted Top 10 Photography Studios - WDIV 2010 Vote for the Best)

Jackson’s...Your Western & English Connection! 3,000+

Boots In Stock!

Spring

ANNUAL

STOREWIDE SALE

MARCH 17-19, 2011 Thursday, Friday & Saturday

Shop Thursday, Receive DOUBLE Reward Points!

EVERYTHING WILL BE ON SALE! Best Selection of Boots...Save

15%-50%!

Just in time for Show Season

OPEN 7 DAYS!

Open Late ‘til 8pm Mon-Sat

Jackson’s Western Store 1110 W. Superior St., Wayland, MI 49348

Just off 131, exit 64 between Kalamazoo & Grand Rapids

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Service Selection Satisfaction

Dale Chavez Show Saddles & Halters

20% OFF Great Selection of Show Apparel from... • 1849 Ranchwear • Hobby Horse • RJ Classics • Ovation & More!

Wide Selection of Hats & Helmets

20% OFF

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Open 7 Days A Week on May 1st, 2011

Open Weekends beginning April 10th, 2011

RIDING STABLES, INC.

Weekdays

by appointment before April 10th, 2011

9250 Nixon Hwy., Grand Ledge, MI 48837

(517) 627-5500

What We Can Offer You: Boarding Riding Lessons Trail Rides Group Events

Summer Kids’ Camps Birthday Parties Pony Parties Petting Zoo

Rustic Camping Hayrides Bonfires Picnic Areas

ri! F n o M s te a R Sp 1 Hour Trail Ride $20 ecial Group

30 Min. Corral Ride $15

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Coming Soon! Integrated Massage Therapy For Horse & Rider We are delighted to announce that we will be offering massage and energy work for riders this coming show season in addition to our work with horses! Massage provides many benefits for humans and horses. It is effective for health maintenance, stress reduction, performance enhancement, injury prevention and rehabilitation. More and more equestrians are turning to holistic, non-invasive therapies to promote excellent health and vitality without harmful drug side effects. To learn more about our expansion plans, please visit our website or call us.

Call 248.921.6322 www.michiganequinetherapy.com

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Feed & Supply Quality Products & Service

Dog, Cat & Farm Animal Feeds Quality Feeds From:

Now Offeri ng:

Triple Crown • Tribute • Kalmbach Purina • Nutrena • Buckeye

STAL L MATS

Quality Bedding From:

JP McCrumb

Call For Delivery

10 Mile 9 Mile

M-14

South Lyon, MI

$2.00 OFF Any Omelene, Strategy, Nutrena or Buckeye Feed

New Bird, Cat & Dog Foods Taste Of The Wild • Fromm Loyal • Orijen • Acana

Coupon valid 3/01/11-4/01/11

$3.00 OFF Taste Of The Wild, Acana Fromm, Loyal or Orijen

Cat or Dog Food Coupon valid 3/01/11-4/01/11

Morton Water Softener Pellets

Calcium Chloride or Ice Melt

$2.00 OFF per bag

container $1.00 OFF per

Pontiac Trail

(248) 486-0925

Mon-Fri 8 A.M. - 6:30 P.M. Sat 9 A.M. - 3 P.M. Called In Orders Pick-Up Only Sun 9 A.M.-11 A.M.

96 Hwy

Rushton

23 Hwy

Wayne Davis

Limit 5, with coupon, valid 3/01/11-4/01/11

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Amazing Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired Home on 12.5 Acres!

7301 Warren Road, Superior Twp., MI 48105 - 2,950 sq. ft. luxury home, updated kitchen and baths, paved circular drive, two car attached garage, central air, deck. Situated on 12.5 acres with 7 stall barn, outbuildings and motor home shelter. MLS# 211009276, list price $415, 000.

Call me today for your personalized tour!

Myrah Smith, Broker 248.568.6386 cell • 248.945.0275, ext. 103 office Email: myrahsmith@sbcglobal.net

Red Carpet Keim Home Choice, Inc.

Show Specials Get Your...

All On Sale!

italia

• Hats • Purses On! • Belts • Jewelry

Boot Sale

$139.99

~ Coupon Special ~

Hat Shaping

$5 OFF

See You At The Show!

with purchase of Hat Can ($29.99)

March 11, 12 & 13, 2011 MHC Stallion Expo, MSU Pavilion, E. Lansing, MI

Check our website - For more show specials and upcoming events

www.TheBodaciousCowgirl.com 11771 US-223 Onsted, MI 49265

Tack, Hats, Clothing, Belts, Accessories, Purses, Wallets & More!

(Between Worner & North Hawkins Hwy.)

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Stoneacre Energy Solutions

Proudly Made

Exclusive dealer for the Triad Windgen wind turbines in the Tri-State area. The Triad 10KW Windgen’s traditional style is a perfect fit for large lot homes and rural areas.

RIDING STABLES, INC.

in the

USA

A new generation for wind power...

Grand Ledge, MI

• Be prepared for emergency outages • Reduce energy costs • Low interest loans, grants, tax credits and lease options available • Aesthetically appealing • Rugged metal construction • Low start-up speed • On-grid and off-grid capable • 5 year warranty • Low maintenance • Includes freestanding tower • Turnkey installation

STABLE MANAGER WANTED Must have Western riding experience. Includes room and board. Email resume to: thankssundance@gmail.com

Harvest The Wind!

Lake Orion Equestrian Team

Tack Swap

Sold and serviced locally by:

Saturday, March 19, 2011 • 11am-2pm

Stoneacre

Lake Orion High School 495 E. Scripps Rd., Lake Orion, MI 48360 Admission $2.00, under 12 free • 50/50 Drawing • Door Prizes $25 table, 2 for $40 ~ Set-up 10am For more info call Tina 248.830.6759 or email lakeorioneq@comcast.net

Energy Solutions LLC 419-491-4685

Please make checks payable to: Lake Orion Equestrian Team Each pre-paid table receives 2 free entrances. Mail payments to: Maribeth Fasseel, 427 N. Washington, Lake Orion, MI 48362

triadwindgen@stoneacreenergysolutions.com http://www.stoneacreenergysolutions.com

Kathie Crowley Horse & Country Property Specialist 248.207.7222 Email: kathie.crowley@yahoo.com Consult with a professional who is in the horse business and understands your needs. Over 30 years of real estate experience. Whether you’re buying or selling horse/country related property, residential and/or vacant land, only one name should come to mind – Kathie Crowley.

Call Kathie Crowley today! 248.207.7222 Visible Referrals 734.864.4012

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Visit us at the MHC Stallion Expo, March 11-13, 2011 MSU Livestock Pavilion, East Lansing, MI

Stop by our booth for these GREAT

RUBBER STALL MATS 4 ft. x 6 ft. x 3/4 in. • Straight Edge • 90 lbs. a piece • Both sides textured for traction and drainage • Excellent for stalls & aisle ways

EXPO SPECIALS!

Prices valid only at MHC Expo

QUALITY BEDDING PRODUCTS Paper Shavings

Pine Shavings

Only

$6.49

$3.99

$29.95

each

EZ GRIP MAT MOVERS!

Only $19.99

Reasons & All Natural Horse Treats

Only $5.99

We’ve got your Whole Barn & Horses covered!

CN Sawdust & Feed Your Source For Animal

616-430-1958

Call Us Today!

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JASON RICE 231.894.5611 231.903.3820

office cell

Coldwell Banker Woodland Schmidt

From Front Doors... To Barn Doors! Email: jason.rice@cbgreatlakes.com www.JRiceHomesandHorses.com

202 E. Colby St., Whitehall, MI 49461

10 ACRES • SCOTTVILLE, MI

40 ACRES • HART, MI

BEAN RD., SCOTTVILLE, MI - Sharp 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch on 10 acres. Built in 2002, home features a 2 car garage; beautiful landscaping; irrigation system and large deck w/hot tub. Best of all, comes equipped for a hobby/professional horse enthusiast. 60x120 indoor riding arena w/great footing; attached 36x48 barn. 2 large stalls with run outs; tack room; hay storage; large pastures with RAMM Flex fencing; plenty of space for more stalls. Set up correctly for your new breeding, boarding or training facility. Quiet road, great riding, only 5 miles to the Mason County Fairgrounds - host to many of West Michigan’s largest horse shows. Additional 30 acres available.

120TH AVE, HART, MI - Fantastic opportunity for horse breeding, training or boarding operation! 3 bedroom, 2 bath, ranch home on 40 acres. House features open living, kitchen and dining areas. Energy efficient Geothermal heating & cooling; well insulated, 2x6 walls; efficiency windows; and add-on wood burning stove in attached 2 car garage. Farm features an indoor riding arena w/attached wash racks, stocks and extra box stalls. Horse barn w/box stalls, tack room, washroom, feed area. Storage barn for tractor, trailer; and several outbuildings for hay, etc. Large fenced grass pastures and tillable hayfields. Manager’s home on site. Convenient layout and design for any size equine operation.

~ Your Keys To West Michigan Equestrian, Agricultural & Residential Properties ~

The Wire Horse

IS HITTING THE ROAD!

We will be traveling to several equine events around the Midwest in March & April. Please stop by our booths, say “HI!” and check out our show specials!

We have a Super Selection!

Visit us at the...

MHC Stallion Expo March 11, 12 & 13 East Lansing, MI • Booths 501-513

Just in time for Show Season!

JUST ARRIVED... Our 2011 Wire Horse Ltd. Line of Custom Show Clothing! New Lower Pricing for 2011! Be UNIQUE in one of our Exquisite Jackets or Rail Shirts!

We have a TERRIFIC selection of Ariat & Justin boots, including many NEW Styles PLUS Special Expo Prices & Free Gifts! The Wire Horse is the Largest Circle Y & Tucker Dealer in Michigan! Come visit our large selection & see why! Special Expo Pricing on Circle Y, Tucker & Tex Tan Saddles... including Julie Goodnight Saddles from Circle Y!

The Wire Horse

Also Visit us at...

Hoosier Horse Fair April 1-3 Indianapolis, IN - W. Pavilion Booths 139-142 12500 Corunna Rd., Lennon, MI • Hours: Mon-Thurs & Sat 9:30-5:30, Fri. 9:30-7 Equine Affaire April 7-10 (810) 621-5300 • Toll Free: 1-877-322-8503 • Shop online: www.thewirehorse.com Columbus, OH - Booths 1100-1103 Fax: (810) 621-5391 • Email: thewirehorse@aol.com Midwest Horse Fair April 15-17 Check out our Weekly Wow Web Specials ~ Great Deals Every Week! Madison, WI - Booths 2201-2203 ©2011 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • MARCH 2011

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3rd Annual C.M.H.A. Lope for Hope Circuit 2011 All Proceeds to The American Cancer Society Relay For Life

Shiawassee County Fairgrounds, Corunna, MI

April 30-May 1, 2011

SATURDAY 9 A.M.

SUNDAY 9 A.M.

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SADDLE UP! MAGAZINE NEWS BRIEFS NEWS FROM MRCHA Planning for the Michigan Reined Cow Horse Association’s 2011 show season is well underway. MRCHA will be hosting a series of open shows with a new twist to attract the performance horse enthusiast. A full slate of regular classes will be held in addition to reining classes. Each Saturday evening a Reined Cow Horse demo will be held at 7PM with a “Try it if You Like It” class immediately following. The first open show is March 26 & 27, 2011. Show attire will not be required. Trevor Walton will be our judge and will also be conducting the Reined Cow Horse demo. The show facility is completely indoors so no worries about the weather! Two clinics have been scheduled. April 9, 2011 will be a clinic targeted at individuals wishing to fine tune their horsemanship and pattern skills with Jennifer Wahr. May 7 & 8, 2011, Trevor Walton will be conducting a clinic for reiners and reined cow horse enthusiasts. More information on these clinics and the association can be found on the MRCHA website at www.michiganreinedcowhor se.org or by calling Shelly Fuller at 231-633-5502. Come join MRCHA “where horse meets cow.”

A HORSE AT SCHOOL! If you were driving by Hiller Elementary in Madison Heights one Friday in late October and thought that you saw a live horse in the front of the school, you were right!

Artists have been depicting horses in art since the beginning of art making. Artists drew horses on cave walls in France 20,000 years ago. The Chinese shaped horses in clay 1,200 years ago during the Tang Dynasty, and Leonardo DaVinci was a master at rendering the horse. Kindergarten through second grade classes at Hiller were beginning a unit on equine art, so it seemed only natural to have them begin by sketching a real horse. Craig Hinshaw, Lamphere School District's Art specialist, invited Jill Richardson, a friend and retired teacher, to bring Sonny, one of her horses, to Hiller for the day. Carol Hinshaw, Craig's wife, helped in teaching about horses as well. Many of the students had never seen a live horse and were full of questions such as "are the feet made of wood?" or "are the boy horses dark colored and the girl horses light?" The children fed Sonny apples and carrots, petted his soft nose and sketched him. They also learned more about the different breeds of horses, how horses are transported, how they sleep and the different types of food that they like to eat. The children took practice rides on saddles, examined a variety of horseshoes and were able to experiment with bridles, halters, bits and lead ropes. They were so excited about this opportunity and very proud of their sketches of Sonny. Horses are so rarely seen in the city that a garbage truck stopped during its route to allow one of the workers to pet the horse that visited school! The weather was perfect and everyone had a fun and educational day at "Hiller Stables.”

USDF PRIZE MONEY The United States Dressage Federation (USDF) and Great American Insurance Group are pleased to announce that prize money for the Great American & USDF Regional Dressage Championships has been announced for 2011 series. In total, over $155,000 in prize money will be awarded in the 2011 Great American and USDF Regional Championships, divided evenly among the nine regions and 35 divisions that are offered. Champions in each region and division will receive $296 in prize money and an embroidered jacket and cooler both provided by SmartPak, Inc., official horse supplement feeding sponsor of USDF. Reserve champions in each region and division will receive $197 in prize money, along with a saddle pad provided by the Great American Insurance Group, the title sponsor of the championships. “It is with great pleasure that we continue to provide recognition to these outstanding competitors through our sponsorship of the regional championship program,” stated Kathy Stringer, Great American Insurance Group Marketing Director of the Equine Division, Ken Standlee, President of the Equine Division, and Jim Mitchell, Vice President of the Farm Division. “We're so pleased that through the generous support of our sponsors, we are able to see this program (32)

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SADDLE UP! MAGAZINE NEWS BRIEFS Appaloosas, Palominos, etc.; A – those horses with unknown pedigrees who show strong Indian Horse type; and P – for Ponies that are descended from Original breeding, Pony of the Americas, Galiceno and their crossbreds. Indian Horses come in all of the colors known to the equine world and in all sizes, although the norm is 13.2 to 15 hands, 650 to 900 pounds. They are easy keepers and loyal friends and partners, often bonding with one person or family. A.I.H.R. sponsors seven awards programs, all available to members for a nominal fee. There are five Hall of Fame programs (Youth, Farm & Ranch, Individual Horse, Supreme Horse, and Counting Coup) for specific events, and two Horseback Awards programs – Hours and Miles. The registry also sponsors an annual National Show which is co-sponsored by the Horse of the Americas Registry and occurs in late September in Marshall, Texas. For more information about the A.I.H.R. and its horses, check our website: www.indianhorse.com or email aihrnanci@gmail.com.

GIVE MICMO A TRY! A re y o u l o o k i n g f o r something fun and relaxing to do with your horse and a few good friends? This would be a great year to try Competitive Mounted Orienteering. On April 30th there will be a beginners clinic for people who are interested in trying this

wonderful sport. The Try it Before you Ride it Beginners Clinic will show you the basics of "treasure hunting" on horseback. Join us at 10:00 am in Chase, MI at the D BAR D RANCH and learn what all the fun is about. Then join us for the rest of the summer to ride the trails of Michigan searching for treasure! Contact info for the Beginners Clinic is: Val Kadzban and Shelby Ream kadzbanval@aol.com (616) 560-2494. You can also visit www.MiCMO.org. We hope to see you there!

fresh cattle and much more. We offer different divisions depending on your abilities. Youth, Amateur, All Breed and All Age classes. Classes include, Confor mation, Ranch Riding, Horsemanship, Ranch Reining/ Reining, Barrels, Poles, Working Cow Horse, Ranch Cutting/Cutting, Ranch Roping and Working Ranch Horse just to name a few. It is a fun atmosphere and all groups of horses/ riders are welcome. Come see us at the MSU EXPO March 11-13, we also have upcoming clinics: Introduction to Ranch Horse, Saturday, April 2nd, 9:30am 5:30pm at McKinley Harmony Acres, 64247 Library Rd, Cassopolis, MI; and the Introduction to Cattle Clinic, Saturday, May 21st, 10:00am-5:00pm, at Square D Arena, 69012 Mann Road, White Pigeon, MI.

A LETTER FROM RHAM Hello Fellow Horsemen, A re y o u l o o k i n g f o r something different to do with your horses and friends? Want to be part of a fun organization who prides itself on the Horsemanship and well-being of the animal? Would you like to work with cattle and achieve an all around Versatile horse? Then look no further my friends, Ranch Horse Association of Michigan, an affiliate of American Ranch Horse Association, would like you to come participate! Take a look at our website www.miranchhorse.com to see upcoming clinics and show dates. R.H.A.M. would like to invite you to come ride with us and excel your horsemanship. 2011 Ranch Horse Association season is fast approaching. There is a little something for everyone here. Come bring your friends and family. We offer Indoor/outdoor riding arenas, camping and water/electric hook-ups, showers and bathrooms on the grounds, box stalls for your four legged friends,

HARTLAND IEA NEWS Newly Formed Hartland IEA High school and Middle School Teams Qualify for Regionals/Zone Semi-final Competitions! Soon after the end of the MIHA season, former coach of the Hartland Equestrian Team, Jennifer Groehn formed three teams to compete in the Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA). Although the teams were officially named Hartland IEA Equestrian Team, the middle school team also has Howell riders on the team. The High S c h o o l We s t e r n t e a m (33)

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SADDLE UP! MAGAZINE NEWS BRIEFS camaraderie among the different riders at the competitions. Our teams regularly competed against other teams from Ohio, New York, Pennsylvania, Indiana, Maryland, New Jersey, Kentucky and Michigan. “I am so proud of all of our riders. They each took on the challenge and succeeded in developing their riding abilities to a new level. We are pleasantly surprised when we qualified all of our new teams for the semifinals. That is a great achievement,” said Coach Jennifer. The High School Western team qualified to move on to the Zone Semi-Final Competition in Wilmington, Ohio on March 19. Skylar Welti was High point earner and competed in both the horsemanship class as well as reining. The High School and Middle School English teams will compete in the regional show in Morehead, KY on March 5,6 in hopes they will qualify to move on to the next semi–final competition in Ohio. If successful, the national finals are being held this year in Maryland. Individuals who garnered enough points to move ahead in the individual rider part of the competition include Sarah Wallace in English equitation and over fences, Skylar Welti in horsemanship, reining, English equitation and over fences, Taylor Sturtevant in horsemanship and Kylie Carrothers in over fences. The Hartland IEA Team is actively seeking interested coaches/instructors and interested riders for the next season 2011-2012. The season runs from approximately September to April. Please call Jennifer Groehn 248-535-4025 or highlandveterinaryhospital @yahoo.com.

the list. Kicking off the 2011 event season will be a Judges Seminar with the National Reined Cow Horse Association's Director of Judges, Bill Enk, March 1213 at the Ohio State University Horse Barns. In July, World Champion trainer, Sandy Collier, returns to Ohio for two cow horse clinics, the 25th and 26th. For more information go to www.ohiorcha.com.

ORCHA 2011 EVENTS New events for 2011 include a judge's seminar and Rod's Extreme Cow Horse Saddle Series! As in 2010, the home of the ORCHA shows in 2011 will be at Henderson Arena in Jackson, OH. Each weekend show offers NRCHA sanctioned classes with a variety of club classes for every experience level with $1,130 added each day. Shows begin Fridays at 4pm with ORCHA herd work classes and continue Saturdays and Sundays with NRCHA sanctioned and other cow horse classes. Special weekends include, the Jim Wells Memorial Bridle Spectacular, the Ultimate Cow Horse Championship, the ORCHA Summer Spectacular, and t h e H e a r t b re a k R i d g e Performance Horses Derby, which includes a snaffle bit futurity and Stallion Stakes. All weekends are APHA-PAC approved and select weekends may offer AQHA point classes. 2011 Show Schedule: March 25-27, 2011; April 1517, 2011; May 20-22, 2011 Jim Wells Memorial Bridle Spectacular; June 24-26, 2011 NRCHA Ultimate Cow Horse; July 22-24, 2011; August 26-28, 2011 ORCHA Summer Spectacular; October 27-30, 2011 Stakes, Futurity & Derby. Also new for 2011, is the ORCHA Extreme Cow Horse Saddle Series present by Rod's Western Palace! The winner of this year-end high point award will receive a custom Bob's Boyd Rice Cow Horse Saddle. As the ORCHA continues its growth, education of new members remains the top of

2011-12 AAI AWARDS The Animal Agriculture Initiative (AAI) at Michigan State University has announced the recipients of project funding for 20112012. The AAI awarded a total of $314,774 divided between seven projects. The Animal Agriculture Initiative is Michigan's animal agriculture research, teaching and Extension initiative housed at MSU. It is a partnership between MSU, livestock producers and industry organizations, and the Michigan Department of Agriculture. Its objective is to address challenges facing Michigan animal-based agriculture through research and Extension projects. The AAI at MSU is vital to the health of Michigan's economy. A survey commissioned by the AAI in 2007 reveals that nearly $22.9 million in annual economic activity can be linked back to the initiative. AAI-funded research adds $11.5 million annually to the state's economy, and for every state tax dollar invested in the AAI, the initiative returns $3.40 in gross state product. Tw e n t y- t h r e e p r o j e c t proposals requesting nearly $1.13 million in funding were submitted for consideration by the Animal Agriculture Initiative Coalition, a group that provides program direction to AAI research and Extension projects involving (34)

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2011 Oakland County 4-H Open Horse Shows ALL SHOWS START PROMPTLY AT 8:30 AM RAIN OR SHINE All shows held at Springfield Oaks, 12451 Andersonville Rd., Davisburg, MI 48350

May 7 – Kick-Off Show Sara Ressler 248-922-0148

May 28 – Davisburg Triple B’s Marc DeLisle 248-840-0291

June 4 – Young Riders Pam Que 248-459-3700

June 25 – Paint Creek Valley Melissa Musgrove 248-628-3790

July 30 – Twillingate

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Kate Stockley 248-343-3194

August 20 – Grand Finale Debbie Morgan 248-684-6706

Circuit Show Classes 1 ** HALTER—MARES—9 & OVER 2 ** HALTER—GELDINGS—9 & OVER 3 ** FITTING & SHOWING—ADULT 4 FITTING & SHOWING—SENIOR 5 FITTING & SHOWING—INTER. 6 FITTING & SHOWING—JUNIOR 7 FITTING & SHOWING—YOUTH 8 FITTING & SHOWING—PONY 9 FITTING & SHOWING—W/T 5 MINUTE TACK CHANGE 10** HUNT SEAT EQUITATION—ADULT 11 HUNT SEAT EQUITATION—SENIOR 12 HUNT SEAT EQUITATION—INTER. 13 HUNT SEAT EQUITATION—JUNIOR 14 HUNT SEAT EQUITATION—YOUTH 15 HUNT SEAT EQUITATION—PONY 16 * W/T HUNT SEAT EQUITATION 9-12 17 ** HUNT SEAT PLEASURE—ADULT 18 HUNT SEAT PLEASURE—SENIOR 19 HUNT SEAT PLEASURE—INTER. 20 HUNT SEAT PLEASURE—JUNIOR 21 HUNT SEAT PLEASURE—YOUTH 22 HUNT SEAT PLEASURE—PONY 23 * W/T HUNT SEAT PL. 9-12 5 MINUTE TACK CHANGE 24 ** HUNT SEAT BAREBACK 9 & OVER 25** HUNTER HACK 9 & OVER 26 # LEAD LINE 5-8 CLOVERBUDS 27 # WALK-TROT EQUITATION— CLOVERBUDS 7 & 8 YO 28 ** SADDLESEAT EQUITATION—9 & OVER 29 ** SADDLESEAT PLEASURE—9 & OVER 30** SADDLESEAT BAREBACK—9 & OVER 5 MINUTE TACK CHANGE 31 * WALK-TROT EQUITATION—13 & OVER 32 * WALK-TROT PLEASURE—13 & OVER 33 **WESTERN HORSEMANSHIP—ADULT 34 WESTERN HORSEMANSHIP—SENIOR

35 WESTERN HORSEMANSHIP—INTER. 36 WESTERN HORSEMANSHIP—JUNIOR 37 WESTERN HORSEMANSHIP—YOUTH 38 WESTERN HORSEMANSHIP—PONY 39 * W/T WESTERN HORSEMANSHIP 9-12 40 **WESTERN PLEASURE—ADULT 41 WESTERN PLEASURE—SENIOR 42 WESTERN PLEASURE—INTER. 43 WESTERN PLEASURE—JUNIOR 44 WESTERN PLEASURE—YOUTH 45 WESTERN PLEASURE—PONY 46 * W/T WESTERN PLEASURE 9-12 5 MINUTE TACK CHANGE 47 **WESTERN BAREBACK—9 & OVER COURSE SET-UP 48** CLOVERLEAF ADULT 49 CLOVERLEAF—14-19 50 CLOVERLEAF—9-13 51** INDIANA FLAG RACE—ADULT 52 INDIANA FLAG RACE—14-19 53 INDIANA FLAG RACE—9-13 54** KEY HOLE—ADULT 55 KEY HOLE—14-19 56 KEY HOLE—9-13 57** POLE BENDING—ADULT 58 POLE BENDING—14-19 59 POLE BENDING—9-13 60** SPEED & ACTION—ADULT 61 SPEED & ACTION—14-19 62 SPEED & ACTION—9-13 63** TRAIL—ADULT*** 64 TRAIL—SENIOR*** 65 TRAIL—INTER.*** 66 TRAIL—JUNIOR*** 67 TRAIL—YOUTH*** 68 TRAIL—PONY*** 69 TRAIL—W/T***

# Clover buds not to ride in any other classes. Participation awards only. * Rider/horse combination, Not to ride in any other classes. ** NO “Circuit Points” given for these classes. ***Separate arena – schedule to be announced.

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Specific Show Details: ADDED CLASSES: ALL SHOWS: 5-8 CLOVERBUDS STICK HORSE classes during lunch break Triple B’s – May 28 25b EQUITATION OVER FENCES 25c HUNTER OVER FENCES Miniature Horse Classes at 4:00 p.m. Young Riders – June 4 2b HORSE COURT SHOWMANSHIP 9b HORSE COURT HORSEMANSHIP 9c HORSE COURT PATTERN 25b EQUITATION OVER FENCES 25c HUNTER OVER FENCES Paint Creek Valley – June 25 25b ** EQUITATION OVER FENCES 25c ** HUNTER OVER FENCES 63 ** TWO MAN RELAY Twillingate – July 30 (separate arena—schedule to be announced): 25b ** EQUITATION OVER FENCES-MIHA 25c ** HUNTER OVER FENCES 48a ** COMMANDS 62b ** TWO-MAN RELAY 70 GAMBLERS CHOICE TRAIL

General Information 1. 4-H RULES APPLY - No Stallions 2. JUDGE’S DECISION IS FINAL 3. NO REFUNDS 4. Current year Negative Coggins Test 5. Exhibitor’s age as of January 1, 2011 6. No Novice Horses in 12 & Under 7. Stalls are available for $15.00/day. 8. Trailer-in fee $5.00 per Horse 9. Camping/Electrical: $12 WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Oakland County Fair Tack Sale Sponsored by the Oakland County Fair Association www.oakfair.org

Saturday, April 2, 2011 • 9:00am - 3:00pm Springfield Oaks County Park 12451 Andersonville Rd., Davisburg, MI 48350 • (248) 634-8830 Food To Be Served • Sale held in Activity Center • Easy access for set-up Trailers for sale welcome for $25 per space • 10x10 space $35 each, 4-H Club space $25 each

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Oakland County 4-H Horse Camp • June 26-30, 2011 Are you age 9-19, want to improve your horsemanship skills or get your horse ready for show season? Want to meet other horse kids and have fun?

Oakland County 4-H Horse Camp is a four-day camp at Springfield Oaks Park in Davisburg, MI.

Campers attend 3 instructional classes per day and participate in crafts, games, and campfire activities. Day camp or overnight camping available. Fee: $185 per camper/1 horse

PLEASE ATTEND HORSE CAMP INFORMATIONAL MEETING Wednesday, 3/23/11, 7pm at Springfield Oaks Activity Center, Davisburg, MI For more info about camp and/or becoming a counselor go to: www.oakhc.org OR contact Debbie Morgan 248.684.6706 • email: debzimo@aol.com ©2011 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • MARCH 2011

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HORSE ASSOCIATION & CLUB NEWS IONIA HORSE TRAILS ASSOC. Prep continues for our Paint the Park Pink charity event. George Trowbridge from the mountain bike group said he would have the bike trails ready. There will be two registration points: one for bikers/hikers and one for horses. We received word on Feb. 9th, that we have use of the Organizational/Group campsite for the horse staging area and for event camping and group food prep. This event will be held June 25th. DNR-approved workbees: March 25-27 (Fri.-Sat. 9:30-3:30; Sun. 10-2); April 8-10 (Fri.-Sat. 9:30-3:30, Sun. 10-2); April 29, 9:30-3:30; June 18, 9:30-3:30. All projects EXCEPT the culvert by the farm have been approved. DNR engineer Joe Stack would like to review it. March 25-27 bee will concentrate on boardwalk project(s). We have a booth at the March 19th Saranac Tack Sale. We asked for a corner site and two tables. Any member is welcome to bring items for sale. Questions: rgvkpotter@yahoo.com. We are looking for club campout co-hosts for the 2011 season. Tara Sowa volunteered to set up the host site and co/coordinate the food. As host of the site, Tara will set up campfires, purchase food (per "co-host" request), set up extra picket line for "visitors" during special events (horse owners responsible for their own horses), display IHTA merch, maintain recycle can and display IHTA banner. The co-host will be responsible for organizing, coordinating, and executing activities, games, events, setting up cook station, food/dish clean-up and bringing firewood for group fires. If you are interested in co-hosting any club campouts, contact a board member. Dates of available campouts are: April 29 –May 1; May 20 – 22; July 22 – 24; Sept. 23 – 25; and Oct. 14 – 16. The MHC Stallion Expo will be held at MSU, March 11-13. Sign up for any/all possible twohour shift/s depending on your availability. Webmaster Wendy Walker would like to retire. If interested in the job, contact Wendy at walkerranch2000@aol.com. The webs.com site expires on March 2nd. The new Webmaster can take over or generate one on their preferred system. Next meeting: Jerry's Restaurant on 3/5, 10am. www.ioniahorsetrailsassociation.com MI APPALOOSA HORSE ASSOC. It was great visiting with everyone at the banquet. Our Year-End High Points are: Gymkhana: Classique Cash owned by Evelyn Hanchett; Judged Performance: Sounds Like A Plan owned by Jessica Rougeau; Halter Mare: Taken Already owned by Waynette McTeague; Halter Gelding: Skip The Lineup owned by Maeanna Stover; Halter Stallion: He's Somekida Dream owned by Lee Fischhaber; Youth 13 & under: Eliza Simpkins; Yth 14-18: Cayla Essenburg; Novice Youth: Winter Scheer; Walk/Trot: Kennedy Ekovich; Youth Gynmkhana: Maeanna Stover; Judged Non-Pro: Jennnifer Schulte; Limited Non-Pro: Heather ParkinKessel; Novice Non-Pro: Julie Ann Townsend;

Non-Pro Gymkhana: Michael Mayer; Open Show Youth: Anna Lindquist. Stop by the Appaloosa booth at the Stallion Expo. Check out what’s going on, watch some demos, and get ready for show season. Show season will be here soon. Please make sure you look at the show bills for fee increases, class changes, etc. We have added Novice Non-Pro Stumps and Stakes classes. We have a rule change for Sec. 14.6.: Section 14.6 - A. To be eligible for year-end awards, exhibitors must have shown in said class a minimum of 50% or ½ of MApHA approved shows (judges) where said class is offered. 1. For year-end awards, if more than 18 shows (judges) are approved for that year's show. Youth members remember to bring your chili and baked goods for your fundraiser at Spring Show. Non-Pros your upcoming fundraisers are Pattern Book and Pattern Book ad sales, Gaming Calcutta, Message Therapist and Media Sales. The first media sale is at Spring Show, please bring your books, CDs and DVDs. These fundraisers help pay for your year-end awards! Info/news, contact Jill Baker at 517-3368144 or email jillbaker75@comcast.net SLEEPY HOLLOW TRAIL RIDERS Stop by the Trails Room and our booth during MHC/MSU Expo, March 11-13. Booth volunteers will be able to answer questions about our events, potential new trail extension and overnight camping options. Volunteers check our website to confirm your time shift. If you have a question, call 989-661-2541. We have new jackets and sweatshirts to order! They’re really sharp. New vinyl logo decals in white or black will also be available. Don’t forget to pick one up. Hope to see you there. March 16th is the date to attend The Friends of Fred Meijer Clinton-Ionia-Shiawassee Trail. This year it will be held at 7pm Smith Hall, St. Johns, MI. This former railroad corridor will be a 41 mile multi-use trail with a separate equestrian path. This is the only section allowing horses out of the entire 125 miles connecting Alma, Greenville, Lowell, Ionia to Owosso. It will be DNR owned, managed by the Mid-West Trail Authority and assisted by the various Fred Meijer Friends of the Grand Valley Rail Trail groups. The design process is done and acquisition of funding is occurring. The importance of equine interest cannot be understated after years of trying to be included. If you think you will ride this trail, be part of its development - attend this meeting. Our annual meeting and auction was held Feb. 5 with a very good turn out of over 80 folks. We had a wonderful potluck-thanks to all who brought food. Danny and Rex with their friend Ken sang and played cowboy songs. We held the annual meeting with Park Manager Tim Machowcitz speaking. The assembly elected Linda Kraai, Pat Brown, Sue Chant, Barb Drake, Jackie Fisher, Gale Moore and Marsha Putnam to the Bd. Don Brown and Floyd Fisher auctioned off many donated items and services. SHTRA thanks the

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following businesses for their donationsTom's, Wire Horse, Sleezy Barb Horseware, Clinton Vet, Ovid Elevator, Modern Concepts, Dewitt Grain Coop, TSC of St.Johns and Owosso, Dr. Roger Massa and Bee's. Thanks to all the others who brought individual items. Next Bd. Meeting will be March 15 at 6:30 pm at Pat Brown's. We have on the agenda: grants, a gravel spreader and upcoming event details. If you have not received a membership by mailing, check shtra.org or this publication’s form. Chandra Donnan will be handling our memberships and you will receive a postcard confirmation. Scheduled 2011 Events: April 9 - Workbee; May 1 - Rotten Egg Hunt; May 7-Plow Day; May 14 - Workbee; May 14 -SHTRA/Rangers 4-H Club campfire and May 15 Judged Trail Ride; May 27/30-Campover w/SHTRA/The Blazing Saddles 4-H Club w/ May 29th Poker Run; July 8/10-SHTRA/ MHDVA Driving in the Park; July 15/17-SHTRA's Dennis Austin Memorial Night Ride w/glowsticks and stick horse race; Aug. 19-21 Stuff the Camp at Ionia; Sept. 9/11-Ride Like Pirates w/ Saturday Treasure Hunt; Oct.7/9- Ichabod Crane weekend & Costumed Spooky Ride. More events and workbee days to be announced. Info: sbh01@voyager.net or visit www.shtra.org Come and join us!!! Happy Trails, Marsha Putnam WEST MICH APPALOOSA REG. March’s above freezing weather makes it a little easier to work around the barn. I'd like to start seeing reports on new foals this spring. The 2011 show schedule has been approved: May 7 & 8 – MapHA Spring Show at Mason, MI; May 28 & 29 – WMAR Red, White & Blue at Hastings, MI; June 4 & 5 – WMAR State Show at Mason, MI; August 6 & 7 – MApHA & WMAR Summer Sizzler at MSU; August 26, 27, 28 – MapHA Classic & Futurity at MSU. The MApHA Youth will be offering strawberry shortcake at the June WMAR show. The June 4-5 show will be offering Novice Non Pro Stumps and Stakes classes this year. For stall reservations contact Tracy Marttila for the WMAR Hastings show; Mason/ MSU shows: appaloosastalls@yahoo.com. Stalls must be pre-paid for both Mason shows and the WMAR show at Hastings. The schedule, showbills and contact information can be found on our website www.wmarapp.com Paybacks were awarded at the banquet for the WMAR 2010 Incentive Fund. Money e a r n e r s w e re : G y m k h a n a – J u l i e Mayer/Colonel Scooter $94.76; Frannie Wintjen/Black Eyed Jody $10.24; Judged Performance – Jessica Rougeau/Sounds Like A Plan $70.00; Halter – Sharon Clark/Dreamin of Romance $56.37; Dean Wintjen/Always Glamorous $26.53; Jessica Rougeau/Sounds Like A Plan $22.11. Next WMAR board meeting: Fairfield Inn, Okemos, March 5, 3 p.m. Members are always welcome to attend. Happy Trails... Sharon WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

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LESSONS, TRAINING, BOARDING, SALES, SHIPPING & SHOWING WINTER HUNTER/JUMPER SERIES - MHJA Local Member Shows April 9, 2011 • May 14, 2011 All shows offer classes from walk-trot through 3’ hunter/jumpers

WINTER DRESSAGE SERIES More information can be seen at snelsondressage.com March 19, 2011 • April 16, 2011 Shows will run in one indoor arena so the other indoor arena will be available for warm-up

MHJA Regular Member Show - March 5-6, 2011 MHJA “C” & Pony Shows - March 26-27, 2011 • April 30-May 1, 2011 • October 22-23, 2011

HORSES FOR SALE Bo - 12 year old, 16H bay Quarter Horse gelding. Trail rides, started over fences, easy going. Joy - 5 year old, 16H chestnut TB mare. Green, but jumps around and swaps her leads well. Casper - 8 year old, 16.2H grey TB gelding. Very pretty, nice free mover, dressage potential. Amante - 12 year old, 16.2H bay TB gelding. Great 1st jumper. Does the 3’6”. Honest and quiet. Wise Guy - 13 year old, 16H bay TB gelding. Will do hunters or jumpers, brave, evented. Others available. Prices start at $2,500.

BOARDING AVAILABLE - Located on 45 acres with lots of turnout (flex-fence), automatic waterers outside, 2 indoor arenas (65x200 & 100x200), outdoor arena (120x220), 10x12 stalls, tack rooms, wash rack, observation room with Absopure water cooler, refrigerator, microwave, TV/DVD player, restrooms. Quality feed program with professional staff.

Owner/Trainer: Jennifer Blades 7461 Brookville Rd. Plymouth, MI 48170

Cell (313) 938-9221 Barn (734) 737-0899 Fax (734) 737-0408

More information/class list/entries are available on our website at

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Home of the University of Michigan Equestrian Team

Wake Up, the wait is over Spring Has Sprung! Come celebrate the arrival of better weather on the trails at the Pontiac Lake Recreation Area

April 2nd, 2011

(uncooperative weather date April 9)

Ride the longest continuous equestrian trail system in S.E. Michigan, 18 miles of trail!

Experience the magnificent diversified landscape of the PLRA all day and camp overnight if you like. Yes, the park is OPEN!

PLHA will provide light refreshments, a bonfire & snacks in the staging area from 10am-3pm.

So c'mon and celebrate the arrival of Spring with US! Want more details? Please call our PLHA trail boss Susie at 248-933-6338 or email her at US5495@earthlink.net ©2011 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • MARCH 2011

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EQUINE INSURANCE By Lynn Palm www.LynnPalm.com • 1-800-503-2824 The decision to insure your horse is a personal one. It will depend on many factors — among them are: the horse's value and replacement cost, the type of activities you plan to do with him, and the cost of the insurance. Some people feel that buying insurance is unnecessary and is just paying the insurance company on the chance that something will happen to your horse. While no insurance policy can replace a beloved equine partner, I feel it is a prudent expense that a new horse owner should carefully consider. It can offset financial losses from replacement costs in cases of catastrophic loss and the accompanying veterinarian bills, if you have major medical as well as mortality. As with human insurance, there are different types of policies for horses. The least expensive option for “bare bones” equine insurance is Restricted Perils, (also referred to as Specified Perils or Limited Perils). This policy only covers death by wind, fire and/or smoke, lightning, and collision or overturn in vehicular transit. Full Mortality provides the most coverage and is recommended if you cannot afford to replace the horse. Also referred to as All Risk coverage, Full Mortality is a “death benefit” policy that covers death due to accidents, fire, lightning, sickness, disease, transportation, humane destruction (if recommended by a veterinarian), and theft. Death due to any cause, except for willful neglect or destruction, is covered. Full Mortality is typically required

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MCSC 2011 SHOW BILL Mason County Fairgrounds, one mile west of the end of US 31 Expressway on US 10, Ludington, MI The show will start promptly at 8:00 a.m. Rain or Shine. ENTRY BOOTH WILL BE OPEN AT 6:45 A.M.

May 22nd: Alan Risher • June 19th: DeAnn Gutowski July 10th: Lucy Brown August 14th: Stephanie Likens • September 11th: Jane Engers

Added Classes

MCSC is PAC Approved and AMHA Morgan Open High Point Awards Proof of Negative Coggins for all horses on the grounds

Entry Fees: $4.00 per class ($3.50 for Pre-Paid Pre-Entries) $1.00 Office Fee on one horse/rider combination

Aug. 13 Ultimate Trail Course

Stall Fees: $10.00/day Camping Fees: $15.00/day $10.00 Rig Fee/Per Horse (to show out of trailer and park in designated areas)

DAILY HIGH POINTS $5.00 - sign up by Exhibitor’s First Class (Best 5 classes are counted. Points accumulate on 1 horse/1 rider combination) 1st Place=Trophy, Item or $3.00 • 2nd to 6th Place=Ribbons or 50¢ SHOW SECRETARY: Brooks Johnson (231) 843-8172 • STALL RESERVATIONS: Shelley Jabrocki (231) 233-3322

COMPLETE SHOW BILL AVAILABLE AT THE SHOWS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29.

Hunter/Sport Horse In Hand (In & Out) Showmanship 13 & Under (In & Out) Showmanship 14-18 (In & Out) Showmanship 19-34 (In & Out) Showmanship 35 & Over (In & Out) Beginning Showmanship - All Ages (In & Out) Lead Line/Walk Only Showmanship 10 & Under (In & Out) (Must be accompanied by an adult) Pleasure/Saddle Type Halter Mares Weanlings/Yearlings Pleasure/Saddle Type Geldings & Stallions Stock/Hunter Type Mares Stock/Hunter Type Geldings & Stallions Grand & Reserve Halter Mare Grand & Reserve Halter Gelding & Stallion Color Class (Judged 100% Color) Lead Line (8 Years & Under) Three & Under Lunge Line (5 min. warm-up) Walk Only (10 Years & Under) Saddle Seat Pleasure Sweepstakes Beginner English Walk-Trot Equitation Beginner Horse or Pony Walk-Trot Equitation Beginner English Rider Walk-Trot Pleasure Walk-Trot Equitation 35 & Over Saddle Seat Equitation 18 & Under Saddle Seat Equitation 19 & Over Saddle Seat Pleasure 18 & Under Saddle Seat Pleasure 19 & Over Walk-Trot Pleasure 35 & Over Beginner Western Rider Walk-Trot Horsemanship Beginner Horse or Pony Walk-Trot Pleasure Beginner Western Rider Walk-Trot Pleasure

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circus animals. The Spookl e s s Pa r a d e C D h a s desensitizing big cat and elephant sounds that are a big help when played at home for a couple of weeks before exposure in a parade. We also put Vicks Vapor Rub in the horses' nostrils and around the nose so that they cannot smell exotic animals. Some people in parades such as the Great Circus parade keep their horses in a quiet spot away from the wagons with the exotic animals, but this is not always the case. I think that a horse's reaction to strange sights depends on desensitization, as well as a calm attitude of the rider and the bond that has been established between horse and rider beforehand. I would think twice about riding a horse in a parade that I had not spent some quality time riding. Many televised parades now require a banner identifying your group. Choose lettering large enough to be seen on the screen. We chose blue and white, as twenty years ago it was the most readable on screen. Some televised parades will not allow a logo, other than one belonging to your farm, or a website address. Check with the parade you wish to ride in before going through the expense of having a sign

PARADE RIDING TIPS By Nancy Harm www.HarmonyAcresParadeHorses.com

With spring around the corner and the 2011 Parade Season starting, Harmony Acres is getting ready to begin their nineteenth year of riding in some of the country's largest parades. The group has participated in close to 500 parades including America's Thanksgiving Day Parade broadcast live to millions of homes across the country, Milwaukee's famous Great Circus Parade, Toledo's Holiday Parade and many others in the Midwest. Three horses from the original group are still going strong and continue to be ridden in parades as well as one added the second year. Our horses were all junior horses age three to five years at the beginning. We are part of the Natural Horseman Movement and take the best advice that fits our program from a number of clinicians. Establishing leadership, movement, approach and retreat are techniques that we use before even thinking about parades. Once basics are established, all of our horses go through a desensitization process before riding in parades including listening to Spookless Sound Cond-

itioning CDs, walking over bridges, paver bricks, tarps, hoses, rubber mats painted with clown face designs, white PVC pipes simulating highway lines, pom poms stuck in rubber cones, and an automatic bubble machine path of bubbles. The horses also walk around and stand under flags, wind socks, blow-up pool toys to simulate parade giant balloons, firecrackers, kick giant balls, and walk past people opening/closing umbrellas and shaking newspapers. These are not the only objects that parade horses may be exposed to, but a process called stimulus generalization allows horses to think “that's just another harmless thing like we see at home!” Last summer, I started my 2010 foals at two months of age with this desensitizing program and they were walking through the above described maze of “scary” objects as well as jumping up on a tall tractor tire filled with sand… all at LIBERTY by the end of the summer. Sometimes parade horses are exposed to experiences that you cannot completely prepare for at home such as elephants, lions, or other

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made that you may not be able to use. Nowadays with high definition telecasting, color is not so much of a problem. A banner also helps to separate the horses from cub scouts on bicycles or other scary units, and gives the horses a familiar object to follow each time they participate. Our horses have been conditioned on their own to stop before they even receive the cue when they see the banner girls stop ahead of them. Clean up is required by nearly all parades. To minimize the need for clean up stops, we feed horses early on parade day and do not feed in the trailer on the way to a parade. Since our horses are turned out 24/7 at home and very easy keepers, we feed the minimum amount of grain which they eat on a variable schedule. Therefore, they are not expecting to be fed at a specific time and fretting because we are waiting in staging or actually riding in a parade at a specific meal time. We always bring a cooler of barn water from home and offer the horses a drink before putting their bridles on. If there is grass in the staging area we stretch the horses and ask if they need to empty their bladders before a parade. Usually all three will do so on cue.

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For manure clean up in the parade we find that a plastic tub in a wheeled cart is handier than a wheel barrel and easiest to haul. The tub can be decorated with bows, pumpkins or stars. Often the cleanup crew gets as much TV air time as the riders, so we costume the two people on this detail, too. If young people are embarrassed to do this in their home town, disguise them in clown makeup. Clowns are always appropriate in a parade. We always arrive at the staging location early (one to two hours before step off time) and put out cones and yellow caution tape around our prep area if horses are not staged in a separate staging location. Tape and cones are safety measures that keep curious people not familiar with the nature of horses from wandering into your area. After getting horses tacked and ready, we keep them together standing quietly, rather than wandering off or scattered about. This is especially important if you are introducing a young or new horse to the unit. There is security in the herd. We always have an escort on each side of our horses to watch for potential hazards and alert riders to such things as slippery antifreeze or oil leaks from antique cars. Escorts are also on alert for children who may dash out to pet horses. Escorts that know your horses can also be a big help if a horse hesitates to cross a railroad track, drawbridge or some other unfamiliar footing. Grooming is important to parade presentation. In the summer, horses are bathed, their tails conditioned and braided, hooves trimmed and polished. Do not forget fly spray in the summer! Also, do not wear perfumes which can attract bees in summer parades.

In the winter, horses are vacuumed and spot cleaned. The tips of white tails are washed and towel dried. Legs may be washed with warm water and towel dried. It seems like rain or snow has been predicted in nearly half of the parades we are scheduled to ride in. Our policy is to go and be prepared to ride unless there is a thunderstorm, severe weather warnings or icy footing. Many times we have arrived while it is raining, or snowing even, tacked up under our trailer canopy, put

people or horses’ names are unusual. I include a color photo of the costumes our unit will be appearing in. This will help the commentator to identify us if the parade has no shows that did not get sent to them. Costuming for parades is an area that presents many opportunities for creativity among different units. We started out in parades by highlighting the Arabian horse’s versatility since we had show outfits in Western, Hunt and Native costumes and nothing matching. Later,

on horse raincoats that we secure against wind with elastic type belly bands, and been relieved to have the rain/snow stop, pavement dry up, and enjoyed a great ride. If you commit to be in a televised parade for which announcer scripts have been prepared ahead of time, a “no show” on your part is likely to be a reason for not being given a second chance. The main point is that you need to be prepared for the weather before you end up getting caught in it. Most parades require a commentary with an application. Provide phonetic pronunciation if

we borrowed and sewed outfits to fit the themes of Victorian and Polish parades. Presently, we have expanded our costume collection to have several matching saddle blankets, vests, and jackets in Patriotic and neutral colors. We have also expanded over the years to include authentic Arab, Mexican, and Polish costumes. For a new group starting out, a bright color is even more dramatic than crystals or sequins and can be used to coordinate a group by having matching saddle pads, shirts or vests, and scarves. You can also get heat transfer crystals and put some bling in outfits that you

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already have at home. I have done this to leather jackets and chaps that we use and it does make an eye catching difference. Anyone working with horses should remember there is always some danger involved in horse training for both your horse and you. We all know that horses can cause serious injuries. Use common sense and do not attempt any suggestions outside your experience and comfort level. The information in this article is intended to demonstrate training methods and helpful tips that work for us. You must be responsible for using it safely. If you are not comfor table with your abilities or experience, seek advice or assistance from a professional horse trainer. The last piece of advice I have is to do your preparation homework and have fun! A note from the author: In 2010 we adopted four horses needing homes (including two foals) and it is our plan to get the two horses old enough for saddle training to participate in some parades in 2011. Therefore, we have openings for new people to join our group willing to put time in the saddle and training for parades. People interested in joining us must like Arabian horses, be fifteen years of age or older, be willing and interested in using Natural Horsemanship Methods, have a secure seat, and time to get some riding time on them. This is a great opportunity for someone that loves working and training young horses. It may be even better for someone not able to own one right now. I provide all the horses, tack, and costumes for our unit’s performances in parades. If interested, contact Nancy at nharm@chartermi.net or call 248-437-5672. WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

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So in the example at the bottom of the page, we will have met the protein requirement of a mature horse at 11.17%. However this diet will not meet the protein requirement of a lactating broodmare. We can address this specific protein deficiency several different ways: 1) sourcing a higher protein grain (ie: Life Design Mare & Foal 16% Protein); 2) sourcing a higher-protein hay (i.e.: Grass/Alfalfa Mix or Alfalfa); or 3) increasing the amount of grain or hay fed in the total diet. Hay protein can vary dramatically from one cutting to the next, and from one field to the next. Rainfall, stage of growth when harvested, and a variety of other factors can also influence the quality of the hay. Alfalfa hays are typically considered to be higher protein than timothy or other grass hays, however if alfalfa is harvested late, perhaps due to weather concerns that make it tough to get in the field, it can have lower proteins than some grass hays that are harvested at the proper time. It is always a

HOW DOES YOUR HAY STACK UP? Part I: Protein in the Equine Diet By Nutrena • www.horsefeedblog.com Horses of all ages require adequate amounts of protein for maintenance, growth, reproduction and work. Growth and reproduction are the most critical time period, for protein in the diet. Proteins are impor tant building blocks for body cells and a major component of muscle, hair, skin, milk production, growth and reproduction. Inadequate levels of protein in the diet can impair or stunt any or all of these areas of horse health and growth. Protein in your grain: horse owners can name the protein level of the feed they are currently using. “A 12% sweet feed” is a common answer when asked this question – but how important is that protein percentage? While the total protein in the horses' diet is important, horses actually require essential amino acids, even though crude protein is what is required by law to be listed in a guaranteed analysis. Amino Acids can best be described as the building blocks of proteins or “the horse, protein rode in on.” Today many feed manu f a c t u re r s a re m o v i n g towards listing the amino acids on the tag, which can help horse owners to identify the quality of the protein

sources being used in their feed. For the sake of keeping it simple, we'll consider only the crude protein for the feeding example shown below. Protein in your Hay: beyond the grain portion of the diet, one major factor to watch regarding protein is the hay source. After all, hay makes up the majority of the diet (or should), and thus a lot of the protein is coming from the hay source. In order to truly understand the protein in our hay, we need to have a hay test done (more information on FREE hay testing below)- for instance the average grass hay can range anywhere between 6.94%-14.74% crude protein (Equi-Analytical Laboratories, 2/08/11). Figuring out what your hay source is providing is essential to determining what your horse is ACTUALLY consuming in the total diet. Listed below are protein percentages required by the major categories of horses – please note that these are for the TOTAL DIET, not just the grain portion.

good idea to know the facts behind your hay source rather than “guesstimating”. So, “How Does Your Hay Stack Up?” A final point that must be made about protein: Increased protein levels are not generally responsible for a “hot” horse. Protein is a very inefficient source of energy, and its main use in a mature horse is the rebuilding of muscle and other body cells after exercise. Instead, it is the starch and sugars in a horse's diet, as well as the calorie intake to calories used (exercise level) ratio, that are primarily responsible for a “hot” horse. But that's a whole other topic in itself. Watch for our next article in April titled “How Does Your Hay Stack Up”- Evaluating hay quality & fiber in the equine diet, as we continue this two-part series on “How Your Hay Stacks Up”. Check (www.horsefeedblog.com) for more information OR (www.nutrenainfo.com/hay) to find out how to get your hay tested for FREE! Brought to you by Nutrena, www.horsefeedblog.com.

Decoding Protein in the Equine Diet Crude Protein (CP) - the total protein in the sample including true protein and non-protein nitrogen. Proteins are organic compounds composed of amino acids. They are a major component of vital organs, tissue, muscle, hair, skin, milk and enzymes. Protein is required on a daily basis for maintenance, lactation, growth and reproduction.

• Foals: 16-18% • Weanlings: 14-16% • Yearlings: 12-14% • Mature horses: 10-12% • Lactating mares: 12-14%

To figure out the total protein in your horse’s diet, follow this simple calculation:

Amino Acids (AA) - organic nitrogen containing compounds that serve as the building blocks of protein.

((Lbs. Hay x Hay Protein)+(Lbs. Grain x Grain Protein))/Total Lbs. Feed = Protein in Total Diet

Lysine (Lys) - an indispensable amino acid required for growth in the young horse.

Diet Example - Average 1,000 Lb. Horse is Fed: 15 lbs of Grass Hay (11% Crude Protein) per day and 3 lbs of Nutrena SafeChoice (14% Crude Protein) per day

Average Crude Protein (CP): Grass Hay: 6.94-14.75% Alfalfa Hay:18.59-23.95%

**Source Equi-Analytical Laboratories, 2/08/11

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Note from the Editor: I was saddened to hear that yet another equine related business will no longer be providing their services to the equine community. The Equine Times had published their pages for almost 25 years. They were a long standing source of information for horse lovers in Michigan and Ohio, plus surrounding states, and I had the utmost respect for them. They will be missed by the horse community. I want our readers to know that even though we have been having mailing difficulties, Saddle Up! Magazine remains strong and will be published for many years to come. I want to personally thank our readers for hanging on while we are working out our mailing problems. I feel confident that these troubles will be resolved shortly. Our magazine is always online on the first of the month, so if you don’t want to wait for “snail mail”, visit us at www.saddleupmag.com for the full issue. Amy is an amazing and talented lady to whom I owe a great deal. She runs the office, does all the invoicing, manages all customer relations, handles all emails and even designs ads! Wow...do I even need to work anymore? Amy has been with Saddle Up! Magazine for TEN YEARS on March 12, 2011! Poor girl, she has to work on her anniversary. Please wish Amy a happy anniversary at our booth at the MHC Stallion Expo in East Lansing this year. She loves to meet our customers face to face and visit with everyone. Of course, I will be there too, but nobody asks for me. As some of you know, my husband and I also own Cindy Lou’s Zoo in Roscommon, Michigan. We are working hard to get everyone healthy and happy and to bring the grounds back to their original condition. I am happy to announce that Laddie, our 36 year old Missouri Fox Trotter looks great and is putting on some much needed weight. Thank you to everyone that has offered their assistance and for your generous donations. We appreciate your prayers and your help. Cindy Couturier, owner/editor Saddle Up! Magazine

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Yoder Brothers Large Spring Consignment Auction

ROBB’S TRAILER SALES presents...

2011 MERHOW $30,000

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Catalog Deadline: April 20th, 2011 Expecting approx. 500 head of horses. 100+ drafts, approx. 200 head of Standardbreds, 200+ riding horses, 100+ carriages & carts. Equine tack selling both days.

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~ Handsome Country Home on 41 Gorgeous Acres ~

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Make Money with Your Horse While Contributing to Public Safety and Having Fun!

Alpha & Omega Mounted Security Patrol is recruiting riders who want to work in 2011 as mounted security officers* at summer concerts.

+ Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival, California, April, 2011 + Stagecoach Country Music Festival, California, April, 2011

+ Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival, Tennessee, June, 2011 + San Francisco’s Outside Lands Music & Arts Festival, California, August, 2011 More concerts to be announced. Join us if you: • Are a horse enthusiast • Have your own horse, truck and trailer • Possess good people skills • Like music and music fans

To apply, visit www.mountedpatrol.com and complete an online application Alpha & Omega is the nation's oldest and largest mounted security patrol, employing both full time and seasonal Trooper units. The part time Trooper units are expanded during outdoor concert season to patrol music and camping festivals across the country. Riders in the concert patrols enjoy: • Excellent wages • Per diem expenses for horse and rider • Meals provided • Professional uniforms • Night safety gear • Training

Full time employment with benefits available year-round at The Woodlands Township, Houston, Texas.

Questions? Visit us at www.mountedpatrol.com Find us at www.facebook.com/aomountedpatrol *A&O riders will be licensed in the appropriate state for security work, therefore may not have any felonies or crimes of moral turpitude on their records. ©2011 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • MARCH 2011

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Cindy & Bill ~ Original Owners Are Back! Cindy Lou’s

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April 16th, 2011 11am-6pm

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New Babies Coming This Spring! Stop in and see our new babies! We are excited to be adding to our Zoo family: Prairie Dogs ~ Whistle and Dixie, Patagonian Cavy ~ Lucy and Wendy the baby Woodchuck. All babies will be in our gift shop for you to meet and help us bottle feed.

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