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MQHA Queen Contest Did you know... Michigan has had more queens go on to win the Congress Queen Competition than any other state!

Interested in becoming our next MQHA Queen? We are looking for young ladies between the ages of 18-25 years old to represent the MQHA in 2020! 2019 MQHA Queen Kate Clapp

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HOOSIER HORSE FAIR & EXPO CELEBRATING 42 YEARS! The Indiana Horse Council is proud to present the 42nd Hoosier Horse Fair & Expo at the Hendricks County 4-H Fair-grounds and Conference Complex May 1-3, 2020. The Expo has something for you to enjoy whether you are a horseless horse lover, a new horse owner, or a seasoned professional. In three short days, you can catch up on the latest training and education, shop the nation's premier equine vendors and connect with your horse friends. Attending the expo is a low-cost, high quality way to stay engaged in the horse industry, making sure you have the tools, knowledge and products to help make the most of your investment in the horse owning lifestyle year-round. The best equine experts grace the stages and arenas of Hoosier Horse Fair & Expo each year. From basic horsemanship skills to specific disciplines, it's all here. Where else can you learn from top clinicians in the nation all for the cost of admission – less than an auditor fee with just one clinician? Settle down for a Friday evening presentation with clinicians known for their elegant horsemanship and outstanding showmanship. Be sure to attend this performanceboth are definitely an inspiration. The Saturday Night Showcase promises to be an evening of extraordinary entertainment

you won't want to miss! This special equine musical revue will feature a star-studded line-up of professional equestrian performers and exceptional horses choreographed to a wide variety of musical styles. The wide variety of equine breeds will exhibit their respective strengths, demonstrating the beauty and diversity of equine. Showcasing magnificent horses with flowing manes, fancy footwork, and some dressed in silver and clever costumes. Shop for the best hot new products! No matter what you're looking for, you'll find the best solutions in every equine category with vendors from all over the country. Great deals and custom one of a kind craftsmanship abound in equal measure, ensuring something for every horse person to appreciate! One admission ticket price gets you access to unlimited learning, whether you're a competitor looking for an edge, or a recreational rider looking for a relaxing ride and the evening show. Information at: www.hoosierhorsefair.org or email: info@hoosierhorsefair.org

IEA ANNOUNCES COLLABORATION WITH EQUITANA USA The Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) is pleased to announce its partnership with EQUITANA USA. This union supports IEA's mission of providing educational opportunities for riders in grades 4-12 and EQUITANA USA's dedication to working with associations that make positive impacts across all levels, ages, breeds, and disciplines of the horse industry. The alliance will come to life at EQUITANA USA, a three-day celebration of the horse featuring a trade fair, education, and evening performances – September 25-27, 2020 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, KY. The IEA will promote EQUITANA USA to its members offering those in the Hunt Seat, Western and Dressage disciplines a chance to shop, learn, and be entertained at the famous Park. EQUITANA USA will support IEA by providing the organization with a physical presence and opportunity to host MARCH 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020 (19)

educational content at the show. “As a nationally recognized youth equestrian sports organization, IEA is always looking to forge relationships such as this one with EQUITANA USA that provide opportunities for our young members to grow their knowledge of the equine industry,” says IEA CoFounder and Chief Operating Officer, Myron Leff. “Learning not only about different breeds and disciplines, but of professional opportunities in the industry after our riders graduate is important to us. We work to support life-long equestrians.” “EQUITANA USA is extremely excited to be working alongside IEA. As a leader in youth equestrian sport, we are honored to invite each IEA young rider to the show. It's a fun, relaxing way to spend a weekend at the end of September after the summer season concludes and just as the 2020-2021 IEA show season gets underway; and a great opportunity to shop the latest products in the equestrian industry and spend time learning,” says Meghan Margewicz, Event Director, EQUITANA USA. For tickets/information about EQUITANA USA, visit: www.equitanausa.com or www.kyhorsepark.com. 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 EQUITANA USA & REED EXHIBITIONS: EQUITANA USA is a three-day celebration of the horse that invites equestrian professionals and enthusiasts of all riding levels WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Saddle Up! Magazine News Briefs EQUITANA/REED EXHIBITIONS, cont. and ages, disciplines, and breeds to gather for education, entertainment, instruction, and shopping. Reed Exhibitions, producer of EQUITANA USA, is the world's leading event organizer, with over 500 events in over 30 countries. In 2018, Reed brought together over seven million active event participants from around the world generating billions of dollars in business. Today, Reed events are held throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific and Africa and organized by 41 fully staffed offices. Reed Exhibitions serves 43 industry sectors with trade and consumer events and is part of RELX Group, a world-leading provider of professional information solutions. Visit www.reedexpo.com

IHC QUEEN CONTEST The Indiana Horse Council is seeking highly motivated horsewomen between the ages of 18-25 to represent the Indiana Horse Council in 2020. The contest will take place on April 18th, 2020 starting at 10 located at the Hendricks Co. Fairgrounds & Conference Complex in Danville, IN. The Queen and her court will be crowned the day of the contest. These young ladies will be required to attend the Hoosier Horse Fair & Expo May 13, 2020 and will make several appearances at various events throughout the year to promote the Indiana Horse Council. This program is designed to raise awareness of the Indiana Horse Council and its efforts as well as inspire, encourage, and help young women succeed in the equine industry. Application deadline is April 1st, 2020. To apply visit: www.indianahorsecouncil.org/ queen-contest

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MSU Extension 4-H Proud Equestrians Program MSU EXTENSION 4-H PROUD EQUESTRIANS PROGRAM Want to explore how horses can be more than fun? Sharing skills and knowledge is what the 4-H Proud Equestrians Program (PEP) is all about. Riders with disabilities and the volunteers who work with them can gain great satisfaction through this therapeutic horseback riding program. With the help of trained and caring volunteers, riders can improve balance, coordination, posture and muscle tone. Horseback riding also increases self-esteem, selfconfidence, discipline and social growth. But more importantly, riding is fun! The Michigan 4-H Proud Equestrians Program was introduced in 1974 in partnership with Lida McCowan, executive director of the Cheff Center for the Handicapped, and with support from a three-year grant from the W.K. Kellogg and C.S. Mott Foundations. Today, this equestrian program reaches out to individuals with disabilities both young and old throughout Michigan, providing opportunities to learn to ride a horse and develop horsemanship skills. How to get involved: The Michigan 4-H Proud Equestrians Program offers opportunities for people with and without disabilities to work together as: Riders – Young people and adults with physical, developmental, emotional or multiple disabilities Volunteers – Young people and adults who assist riders as needed until the riders develop the skills they need to ride independently Instructors – People who teach riding, horsemanship and stable management skills; special certification as a therapeutic riding instructor for people with disabilities is required Horse Owners – The “heroes” of the program are the quiet horses and ponies, trained to respond to the needs of riders with disabilities; owners of suitable animals who are willing to loan, lease or donate to their local program are always needed The dates and times that programs are offered vary according to community needs and resources. Some programs meet once

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or twice a week for eight to ten weeks during spring and fall. Other classes meet only during summer, and some other programs meet year-round. For more information on how to get involved as a youth or volunteer, contact your county MSU Extension office or Karen Waite, 4-H Youth Equine Specialist and 4-H Proud Equestrians Program Coordinator, Michigan State University, at 517-353-1748, or email: kwaite@msu.edu https://www.canr.msu.edu/proud_equestri ans_program/index

A-LEVEL CERTIFICATION ACHIEVEMENTS HONORED Six Pony Club members who earned A-Level Certifications were recognized for their accomplishment during the 2020 Equine Symposium and Convention hosted by USPC, presented by the Ben B. Cheney Foundation in Seattle, WA, on Feb. 1st. The following members were honored for achieving their A-Level Certification during 2019: Arielle Aharoni, Amwell Valley Hounds Pony Club, New Jersey Region Gabrielle Dickerson, National Member Alexis DiPasqua, Radnor Hunt Pony Club, Eastern Pennsylvania Region Alexa Ehlers, National Member Ema Klugman, Seneca Valley Pony Club, Capital Region Lindsay Woods, Loudoun Hunt Pony Club, Virginia Region The A Certification is the top level in the USPC certification program and is reached by fewer than one in 300 dedicated members. Throughout the international equine industry, it is widely recognized as the mark of a highly competent and knowledgeable horseperson. “We are very proud of our newest A recipients,” stated Connie Jehlik, USPC Director of Instruction Services, noting this was not the first recognition for some. “Alexa Ehlers has now earned her second A Certification, and Ema Klugman has become Pony Club's second 'triple A,' earning her A Certification in Eventing, Dressage and Show Jumping, WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Saddle Up! Magazine News Briefs USPC A-LEVEL CERTIFICATION, cont. which shows great determination and a very competent horsewoman.” Each of the Pony Club certification levels is more difficult than the preceding one and requires Pony Club members to learn more about horses and their care, and to become increasingly accomplished riders and teachers to younger members. Along with an emphasis on helping its members learn to ride and care for horses, Pony Club promotes teamwork, a sense of responsibility, safety, good moral judgment, and self-confidence. USPC MILESTONE CLUB ANNIVERSARIES HONORED Nineteen clubs were honored for their member dedication and longevity with the United States Pony Clubs, Inc. during the 2020 Equine Symposium and Convention hosted by USPC, presented by the Ben B. Cheney Foundation, in Seattle, Washington, on Feb. 1st. The Club Milestone Award is given to clubs reaching their 25th or 50th anniversary years. “With so many clubs celebrating such important milestones, their commitment to Pony Club provides an example and inspiration to all. The passion of our long-standing clubs and their leadership is the backbone of USPC and we look forward to applauding future successes,” stated Karol Wilson, USPC Director of Member Services and Regional Administration. During the Meeting of the Corporation, 12 clubs celebrated their 25th anniversary by receiving a 25 Year Club Milestone Award. Those clubs include: Columbia River Pony Club (Inland Empire Region); Deer Creek Pony Club (Sierra Pacific Region); High Lakes Pony Club (Oregon Region); Highland Riders Pony Club (Oregon Region); Lead Hound Pony Club (Northern Lakes Region); Na Lio Kai Pony Club (Hawaii Region); Narrows Pony Club (Northwest Region); Oregon Trail Pony Club (Oregon Region); Rivers Edge Pony Club (Inland Empire Region); Santa Fe Pony Club (Southwest Region); Shetucket Valley Pony Club (New York/Upper Connecticut Region); Sun Basin Pony Club (Inland Empire Region). Celebrating an even bigger benchmark, seven clubs were honored this year with 50 Year Club Milestone Awards. Those clubs include: Greenville Foothills Pony Club

(Carolina Region); Lost Hounds Pony Club (Tri-State Region); Roanoke Valley Pony Club (Old Dominion Region); Roaring Fork Hounds Pony Club (Rocky Mountain Region); Sangamon Valley Pony Club (North Central Prairie Region); Shenandoah Valley Pony Club (Capital Region); Western Reserve Pony Club (Tri-State Region). About Pony Club: The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (Pony Club). There are approximately 10,000 Pony Club members in over 600 clubs and riding centers throughout the US. USPC is proud to provide education to equestrians of all ages (including adults); incorporate more than nine riding disciplines (including Western) into instruction and competition opportunities; and to be instrumental in curriculum development for schools and universities across the United States. Many of the nation's top equestrians, including several of our Olympic team members, business professionals, government leaders, and military officers have roots in Pony Club.

YEDA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP EXPANDED TO 4 DAYS What you need to know at a glance: April 16-19, 2020, Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield, IL 62702. Spectators enter Gate #1, Horses and trailers enter Gate #11, Camping Gate #10 Thursday, April 16 Invitational day Friday, April 17 Individual competition begins Saturday, April 18 Individual competition completed; individual champions awarded, and team competition begins Sunday, April 19 Team competition completed and team champions awarded. The official hotels for YEDA Nationals: Northfield Inn, 3280 Northfield Drive Springfield, Illinois 62702, 217-523-7900; and Ramada by Wyndham Springfield North, 3281 Northfield Dr. Springfield, IL 62702, (217) 523-4000 Both Hotels have the same rate and cutoff date. Rate: $97 + Taxes. Cutoff date: March

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24, 2020. Make sure you mention YEDA when booking your rooms for the special Nationals rate. ATTENTION COLLEGE COACHES You are invited to recruit the best new talent in the country. A special deal for IHSA team schools to set up a booth at the YEDA National Championship show. Meet the YEDA student riders looking to compete at the collegiate level. Here is an opportunity to find students of all skill levels for your IHSA team, and show our student riders the advantages of your program. Email rweitzel@showyeda.com YEDA AND IHSA CONTINUE PARTNERSHIP Partnership means more opportunities for the IHSA Western Program. With our partnership, YEDA will once again be a sponsor for the IHSA Western SemiFinals. YEDA will also give a special award at the IHSA Nationals to the highest pointearning YEDA alumni showing. YEDA is committed to supporting the IHSA to become its premier feeder program. YEDA has a lot to offer: We offer scholarships like no other youth riding program in the country. We gear our competitions to prepare student riders for riding unfamiliar horses on the rail or in patterns. And finally, we instill sportsmanship, teamwork, and a sense of community in our youth. If you want your team to be a pleasure to coach, add a YEDA rider to the mix! Nationals Week We are excited once again to showcase the best student riders in the country. And we are pleased to announce that the 2020 YEDA National Championship Horse Show will move to Illinois State Fairgrounds, Springfield, Illinois. Does your IHSA team or team members want to intern at the YEDA Nationals? If so, email us at: rweitzel@showyeda.com

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One Of The Greatest Gifts Ever By Kim Cardeccia | www.ConfidenceThroughConnection.com I often say that horses are my greatest teachers in life. They offer me inspiration, guidance, and support that make my life better and better. I have committed myself to continually learn about horses and advocate for them the best that I can. This journey can be a roller coaster at times. Some of the most difficult parts for me involve trusting the process. Because I often do things a little differently, and at a slower pace than much of what is conventionally taught around horses, I can be questioned quite a bit. Sometimes these questions can cause a stir in my mind. When this doubt arises, the best place for me to find what returns my sense of solidity and belief is with my horses. One of the most recent examples of validation came from my horse Delilah. I'll share a bit of her history, as it will help you to understand why this gift she shared with me was so significant. I took Delilah in because she needed a good home. She had been in jeopardy of losing her life previously because of some of the extreme behaviors that she was exhibiting. I have a real soft spot for OTTBs that need a little extra, and she sure fit that description. The first time that I went out to meet Delilah, she had no interest in being caught. I decided to simply meet her where she was without setting a time limit, and after not too long was able to get a halter on her. Once she came home, we had quite a journey with earning trust and being caught from the field. I read the horse in front of me, and followed what my intuition told me. Sometimes this went against advice that I was offered, which could cause some question marks in my brain. Fortunately, the question marks would poke at me more when I wasn't with my horse than when I was. Basically, though, when Delilah and I met, I had a horse that didn't trust me, and wasn't sure it was in her best interest to give me a chance. Fast forward a few months. To help showcase and fund her rehab journey, Delilah graciously offers demonstrations of her sessions. During one of these demos, she had shown how far she had come in her ability to move in a steady rhythm and balance on the lunge line. We had finished the workout part of the demo and were in questions and discussion phase. As the conversation flowed, I had taken the halter off Delilah and let her move around the arena. Delilah walked around a bit and investigated her surroundings. She made her way to the far end of the arena, away from where we were gathered. Keeping an eye on her, I noticed that her level of calm was starting to shift. Her head was going up, and she called. Because the safety of all concerned is always my highest priority (both physical and emotional), I was assessing the situation and trying to figure out what the best next step would be. As I was thinking, Delilah started to trot, and simultaneously I stepped out a bit toward her. Still planning on how to de-escalate the situation, I paused. Thank goodness I did. As I stood there, Delilah found me, and came right to me. She didn't run into me, or even come too close as she approached. She stood by me and I put her halter rope back on her. No drama, very easy. I had thought that my next step would be to turn her outside, that her quarter was up, so to speak, and she was ready to go back out with her friends. And I wasn't accurate. Being connected by the halter and lead, Delilah was content to stand with us. That is what MARCH 2020 â&#x20AC;˘ C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ÂŠ2020

she chose. One of the things that I share with people is how much I want the halter to feel like a security and sense of connection with my horses. Thank you, Delilah, for letting me know that some of these out of the box ideas I have are worth exploring. No better validation than a thoroughbred who seeks you out for comfort and gets their calm on when they find you. Thank you, Delilah for one of the greatest gifts ever! Kimberly Cardeccia is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 35 years of horse experience. She combines her professional skills with her passion for horses in order to help individuals surpass the mental and emotional blocks that continue to limit their experience of life. For more info visit www.ConfidenceThroughConnection.com.

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CENTRAL MICHIGAN HORSEMAN’S ASSOCIATION 50TH ANNUAL SEASON

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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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English Pleasure Jr Horses 5 & under English Equitation Walk/Trot 40 & over English Equitation Walk/Trot 19-39 English Equitation Walk/Trot 12-18 English Equitation Walk/Trot 11 & under Eng. Equitation Green Rider 1st Yr. Canter English Discipline Rail-Open English Equitation Jackpot English Equitation 40 & over English Equitation 19-39 English Equitation 14-18 English Equitation 13 & under Ranch Riding-Open Reining-Open

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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ATTENTION MEMBERS competing for Year End Awards: you MUST attend three (3) out of the ve (5) total point approved shows listed to be eligible for a year end award, see rule book for more details.

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ALL BREEDS WELCOME Weekend High Point Awards Family Oriented Classes for ALL Ages & Skills Great Year End Awards Versatility Event 7/12/2020 Friendly Office Staff Double Judged And Much More!

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Why Horse Camp? By Robert Eversole | www.TrailMeister.com We love our horses and mules. We love trail riding and we love being outdoors. What could be better? Camping! While there is certainly something to be said for crashing on the couch and binge watching British costume dramas, visiting a horse camp and living outdoors for a few days with our animals, just an arm's length away, is much more appealing. Horse camping is a way to be adventurous, make memories of a lifetime, and spend quality time with impressive people. Here's six more reasons to try it this year! It's Healthy Camping does a body good. Nearly every aspect of camping provides health benefits, from being more active, getting more natural light, fresh air, mental health and more. Research shows that time spent outdoors can improve your blood pressure, improve digestion, give your immune system an extra boost. When you spend a few days outside, you'll get some serious health benefits. It's Tradition Horse camping is an activity steeped in history and tradition. Images of cowboys warming themselves by the campfire after a long day on the trail create powerful urges within us to go out and recreate those scenes. When we're in a horse camp, I like to think of the people who decades ago decided that this spot would be perfect for camping with livestock. And then built it. It's Immersion in Nature Any type of equine camping, whether it's a tent deep in the backcountry or parking the LQ at a guest ranch, is an enveloping experience. You'll see wildlife in their natural settings, you'll enjoy million-dollar views from your tent or trailer door. And you'll feel the sun on your face (as well as the rain and the wind!). The stars; oh my, the celestial bodies that you'll view on a dark night! The sounds. From the soft crunch of the ponies contentedly chewing hay, to the yips of the coyotes in the distance, and the trills of songbirds flitting through camp. And the adventures in nature that you'll experience! It'll Put You in a Good Mood Researchers have linked outdoor activities to a decrease in depressive thoughts. The feeling of happiness that you get when you take your first breath of air at the campground is because of the burst of serotonin that you get from the extra oxygen of the outdoors. Sleeping under the stars also helps you get in touch with your natural circadian rhythms, a foundation for high quality sleep and health. It's a Digital Detox Sometimes you just need a break from technology. It might be hard to escape it at home, but most parks and campgrounds have poor, or no cell connections. Horse camps are perfect places to put down the high-tech devices in our lives and focus on the basics. Sit back and relax with a good book, write in a journal, or just enjoy watching the horses graze. Use this digital down time as a way to connect with nature and reconnect with each other. Time without electronic distractions forces you to connect with others and with yourself, which is a pretty amazing experience. It's New Challenges and Life Skills No two camping trips are exactly the same, and that's good. A University of Michigan study shows that new experiences help keep brains healthy. New activities that are both physically and intellectually stimulating have the greatest effect on brain health, MARCH 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020

and horse camping fits both of these criteria. Camping also makes you rely on yourself to meet your basic needs; purifying water, making a fire, etc. Being able to build these skills gives you confidence and self-worth that carries over into all other aspects of your life. It just takes a little effort and guidance, and you'll be setting up tents in no time! Planning a horse camping trip is one of the pleasures of the trip. From choosing the right places to visit, to figuring out what you'll do when you get there. For the largest guide to horse camps in the US, visit www.Trail Meister.com. Pick a state and start looking through all of the camps and their features for you to enjoy. www.TrailMeister.com

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H 2020 SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS H MIHA $2500 WINNERS Ellie Purchase, St. Joseph (D3) | Weston Schreur, Zeeland West (D16) Cassidy Bartkowiak, Grand Blanc (D11) | Jacquelyn Murray, Grass Lake (D10)

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Winter “Whoas” By Julie Goodnight | www.juliegoodnight.com Unless you have the luxury of loading up your horses and heading to Arizona or south Florida for the winter, chances are good your riding activities have been seriously curtailed by winter weather. Whether you're dealing with rain and mud, snow and ice, or sub-zero temps and bomb cyclones, the winter months can put the brakes on your horsemanship, if you let it. This time of year, I hear a lot of frustration in the voices of the riders I coach online, because they have assignments they want to complete, but can't do much with their horses until the weather improves. I grew up in Florida, where winter is the prime riding season, but after decades of living in the Rocky Mountains, 7800 feet above sea level, I can certainly relate to the winter whoas. Truth is, there are plenty of things you can do to advance your horsemanship and increase your horse's training, no matter how bad the footing gets. I think it's important to keep your hands on your horses daily – for health reasons, for bonding, for leadership. Even if the winter weather restricts you from riding or groundwork, just grooming your horse in the barn is time well-spent. With just a little bit of ground with decent footing – in the barn aisle, a stall or the driveway – there are ground exercises that will keep your horse tuned into your signals and interested in what you have to say. Even with no footing at all, you can engage your horse enough to maintain the relationship (and authority) you've built. The heart of winter is a great time to reassess your riding goals and your horse's training. Evaluate and plan. And while you're at it, think about improving your own self too! Horse sports are physically demanding, so fitness matters. Finally, while there are some skills that require getting your hands dirty in order to learn, there is much about riding, training and horse behavior that can be learned didactically. Winter is a great time to read, study, take online short courses and gain knowledge. There's a lot to learn about horses; you need to gain knowledge every way you can. Grooming Time is Bonding Time Even if you can't ride, it's important to visit your horse and remind him of your relationship. Here in Colorado, some people hardly touch their horses all winter and by Spring, the horses are incredibly herd-bound. Getting your horse out, separating him from the herd and reminding him who you are, will help a lot. Horses are mutually-grooming animals and they won't groom on just any horse – it's a behavior that only occurs between bonded horses. Giving your horse a thorough grooming reminds him of your special relationship and gives you an opportunity to remind him that you are still the one in charge. I like to lay my hands over every square inch of my horse's body, legs, neck and face. It's especially important in the winter when their coats are long. Winter coats can mask health problems, like weight loss; plus, I like to feel the skin for any scabbing or injuries. I give my horses a thorough head-to-tail curry with HandsOn Gloves, just for this reason. I can kill two birds with one stone – while I curry and clean, I'm also feeling the skin and searching for sore spots. It's a great massage for my horse and it mimics the way horses groom each other. Grooming promotes health and well-being in your horse in many MARCH 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020

ways. Since I cannot bathe my horses all winter, yet we're still riding and causing sweat buildup, I use a waterless bathing product called Miracle Groom. It also cleans manure and urine stains, without requiring any rinsing. Get Grounded Even if you don't have suitable footing for riding or active groundwork, there are still things you can do with your horse in the winter to maintain your leadership and authority. As I said, just getting him away from the herd and alone for an hour or so will help. Tying your horse for grooming reminds him to be patient. You can work on ground tying exercises in the aisle of the barn. If your driveway has some dry or even snow-packed areas, you might be able to do some leading exercises with your horse to keep his ground manners sharp and to keep him tuned into you. We try to keep our horses barefoot in the winter because it's better for their hooves and an unshod horse has better traction in the snow and ice and is less likely to get snowballs under his hooves. Hoof boots can be useful for shod or unshod horses when you need more traction. If we have a horse that must remain shod in the winter for therapeutic reasons, we use snow pads for added traction and to prevent snowballs. Sometimes people use studded shoes or borium welded onto a steel shoe for added traction in the winter. If you have an indoor arena or suitable footing outside, you can include lungeing and circling work with your horse, which will not only keep him responsive, but also improve his fitness. If your riding activities are restricted in the winter months, spend whatever time you can on groundwork and relationship building activities. If you keep the relationship strong between you and your horse, you won't miss a beat when the good weather finally arrives. Goal Setting and Training Plans Winter is a logical time to look forward and decide what you will accomplish with your horse in the coming year. Feats to accomplish, skills to master, trail rides, horse shows and clinics to attend. Get a calendar and fill it up. Set your long-range goals now. The next step is to think about the skills and resources you will need to acquire, what steps you will take, how you will condition both you and your horse. Back-track on that calendar, thinking about how many weeks it takes to impact fitness, training and performance. What skills are you and your horse lacking and how long will it take to fill the holes? Break down the skills and set a training schedule. (26)

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Training and performance goals are accomplished over months and years, not hours and days. Looking forward, six to twelve months in advance, will help you chart a course. Begin with assessing the current skill level of you and your horse, then setting realistic goals for the future. For instance, if you're planning to attend a multi-day trail ride in July, start by getting that date on the calendar. Calculate how many weeks and days-per-week of riding it will it take to condition your horse. Now back track on the calendar and set your riding goals. Maybe you need to acquire some new skills for the trail ride. Ground tying, tying to the trailer, trailer loading, crossing water, riding in a strange location. Identify the skills/experience/resources you need and make a plan. Take lessons, go on shorter rides, fill the holes with training – all that requires planning and time to accomplish. In Pursuit of Knowledge Most accomplished horse people are curious and insatiable learners. It's a good sport for people that crave learning because if you devoted every waking minute of your life to learning more about horses, you'd still never learn it all. There's no such thing as a perfect rider – never has been, never will be. And even after more than five thousand years of domestication, there's still an awful lot about horses we don't know. The professional horse trainers that I admire all have cross-trained in other disciplines and/or taken any opportunity they can find to study classical horsemanship. Certainly, riding horses requires a lot of physical skill, but there is also a huge body of riding theory that can be learned by reading, studying and taking lessons, clinics or online courses. I'll never grow tired of studying horse behavior and the science behind behavior modification. Sometimes, a small piece of information can connect a lot of dots in your understanding. Personally, I look to science-based, peer-reviewed research and avoid fluffy, anecdotal books that tend to romanticize horse behavior. Fitness Matters Horse sports are physically demanding and getting in better shape will always make a positive difference in your riding and in your selfconfidence. The winter months are a great time to reassess your fitness and think about improving your conditioning in ways that impact your riding. Balance is the #1 skill required of riders – a critical skill that must be constantly honed through exercise. Balance decreases with age unless you work on it. Fortunately, balance improves quickly with exercise and practice. My fitness regime always includes exercises to address core strength, increase aerobic capacity, and improve my balance. I find that cross-training in my fitness routine is important – I might hike one day, bicycle or ski the next. I like to start my day with a 30minute Pilates workout because it involves core strength and dynamic balance. Of all the exercises classes/videos I have done, Pilates relates the most to riding because it connects your core strength to body control and balance. Consider your horse's fitness as well. Inactivity affects all of us. If nothing else, maybe you can go on walks with your horse in-hand. Stretch your legs, jog a little bit, work on your horse's ground manners, and get him away from the herd and more focused on you. MARCH 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020

From “Whoas” to Goes Don't let the winter months bring your horsemanship to a sliding stop. Even if you only find one thing from this entire article that you can employ, it will help you further your goals. Just imagine if you picked one thing from each category and then dedicated time each week to work on it! Without question, both you and your horse will feel a positive impact. Stay connected with your horse through grooming and groundwork, even if it takes place in the barn aisle. Take time to assess where you and your horse are in the training continuum, where you would like to go, and how to get there. Great accomplishment stems from evaluation, planning and taking small steps. Finally, invest in yourself. Improve your balance and strength – even just adding one new component to your exercise regime can make an impact. If you cannot spend time in the saddle, the next best thing is to study riding theory, watch videos, take online courses, and read, read, read. Horse sports are some of the most complicated, physically demanding, and difficult-to-learn activities out there. To excel, you must give it everything you've got and attack it on all fronts. My husband likes to tease me by saying I can relate any subject in the world to horses, and he is right. I look to all areas of sport, exercise, philosophy, psychology, science, and behavior for knowledge that can inform my horsemanship. Go ahead and take the plunge. Change the narrative from whoa to go. Make a commitment to advance your horsemanship and don't let winter slow you down!

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Can Horses Thrive After Laminitis? By Carole Herder, Cavallo President We at Cavallo regularly receive hundreds of stories from horse owners around the world. Some are inspiring and uplifting, others are funny or just silly and still others will bring us to tears. We particularly love the story of the 15.2hh, 17-year-old Frodo. Frodo is quite well known, as there are very few Traditional Gypsy Cobs competing at Prix St. George level. His human companion, Sue Grice, is a British Horse Society Accredited Professional Coach and holder of the UK Coaching Certificate level 3 in dressage. Last year, Sue had three horses concurrently competing barefoot in British Dressage. Their outstanding successes feature regularly in UK equine events and publications. In the beginning, everyone thought Frodo was cute and wondered what a hairy cob was doing in the warm up arena. They quickly grew serious when he broke into a trot. Frodo was lightly agile on his feet. An undeniable avid competitor, Frodo attained honored accolades against any supposed odds! And then Frodo’s challenges exploded in an unforeseen direction. He developed laminitis. Frodo became very sick and potentially lame forever. On The Mend Sue was shattered, but not deterred. Finally, after six months of stall rest, and another year of continued symptoms, Sue discovered Cavallo Hoof Boots. Miraculously, Frodo’s healing fast-tracked and put him right back in the show ring. Discovering the extraordinary comfort, flexibility, and ease available to him in his Cavallo Boots, Frodo’s pain was forgotten. He remembered what it was like to move. And this boy really wanted to move. In fact, all horses do, it ‘s their nature. In a natural environment, horses move 10–15 miles a day foraging for food, running with the herd, finding water, and naturally stimulating and trimming their hoofs. Good function of the hoof means that the hoof expands and flexes when bearing weight, to allow the structure of the hoof to descend and the hoof capsule to absorb that shock. Healthy hoof function requires that blood circulates freely, providing nutrients to all the live tissues of the hoof. This is accomplished through unrestrained movement, flexion, and the pumping action of a natural bare hoof. We call this “Hoof Mechanism” and it is essential to healing and maintaining healthy hoofs. Remember, “No Hoof, No Horse.” Don’t Let the Wake Drive the Boat Frodo re-discovered ease and comfort in his Cavallo’s. It was the invitation he needed to start moving again. Blood circulation, oxygenation and over-all vitality returned to his body. He kicked up his heels yet again and bestowed gratitude, joy and relief to our dear friend Sue. Her commitment to her horse transcended limiting beliefs and a fatalistic viewpoint. Sue’s attitude and support of her horse helped erase the pain Frodo experienced, and even the memory of it. He recovered his persona as a dressage contender! This isn’t magic, we can all facilitate healing. When we commit to a vision of the final outcome and refuse to waiver from it, we are taking charge. A dear friend says, “Don't let the wake drive the boat,” meaning that when a bad thing happens, we move on to put it behind us without letting it pave our future. It is also a matter of what thoughts we allow ourselves to entertain. The more patterns of thought and behavior are practiced the more MARCH 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020

ingrained they become. Neural pathways are like rivers that have increasing amounts of water running in them. When the thoughts are frequent and repetitive, they carve pathways of greater depth and strength. Then these thoughts become ingrained and hard to change. They gain more volume, current and flow. The idea is to let those thoughts that don’t serve your desired outcome dissipate. Choose and practice new thoughts and believe in desired outcome. Sue Grice held a strong vision for Frodo. She envisaged his success, his vitality and how he would behave when his health returned. She was committed and did not waver. Great athletes do this, they hold images of winning and entertain these imageries daily. Performers visualize crowds cheering while they perform. Golfers envision placing the ball exactly where they want it. They believe and foresee, and it becomes real. Many horses have been healed of laminitis, founder, white line disease and navicular when owners stop letting the past dictate the future. Generally accepted diagnosis, prognosis and prescription may even have suggested Frodo’s pending fatality. Sue was willing to look past conventionality, to view the whole, rather than the parts, and to understand the entire horse as a complete system. Prevention is always the first key and can only be practiced with knowledge. Resources are available and, as a horse owner, it is your responsibility to discover them. Carole Herder is the author of the #1 International Bestseller, There Are No Horseshoes in Heaven. She has been involved in horse health since 1993. Her company, Cavallo Horse & Rider Inc., develops, manufactures and distributes horse products in 26 countries. Herder designed and developed Cavallo Hoof Boots and Total Comfort System Saddle Pads. She presents training around the world to teach the benefits of keeping horses in a natural state. Visit www.cavallo-inc.com to learn about the full line of Cavallo Hoof Boots. Sign up for our free newsletter at www.cavallo-inc.com/email-signup-AHP. Call (877) 818-0037 from the USA or Canada or call direct, (604) 740-0037. (28)

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Preparing For Foaling Season By Paula Stevens | MSU Horse Management Program Student Foaling season is right around the corner for most of us in Michigan, for others it has been going on since January. One can never be too prepared when it comes to getting set up for a new foal. In the three years I have been at my barn, I have witnessed two foals hitting the ground – one hit the ground during the day and the other one came late in the evening, but I was there for both. Both foals (not born the same year) were healthy fillies and it was probably one of the coolest things I'd been able to witness. This was, as I'd been told, the pleasant side to breeding and foaling out mares, a healthy foal and safe delivery. I also saw a glimpse of the not so fun side on a different occasion with a foal being born but not surviving. It was disheartening and I spent quite a bit of time after the fact replaying the scenario in my head, going over all the “What Ifs”, and there are times when I still find myself wondering what would have happened if things had gone a little differently. That said, foaling is both an exciting and stressful time for everyone involved. The life of both mare and foal are at stake, which leaves lots of butterflies in the owner's stomach when the early stages of labor begin. So what can we do to be more prepared for welcoming the long anticipated bundle of joy? Here's a list I came up with from observing mares foal at different barns: 1. There's never too much straw – having plenty of straw bales on hand is a good thing as you never know if any bales are going to get ruined or just how much straw you'll need for your foaling stall. Stocking up on straw bales as you get closer to the “due date” is just one less thing to worry about. 2. Have your vet's number on speed dial and come up with a plan with your veterinarian ahead of time in case things go south. Really, this should be number one, in my opinion. 3. Cameras – setting up cameras in the stall and hooking them up so you can monitor the mare for signs of labor on your laptop, tv, or phone, is another good way to stay prepared. 4. Logging your mare's behavior during her pregnancies – keeping track of how your mare is acting during her pregnancy, how she acts just before labor and how she handles her labor will help give you an idea of how her next pregnancy may go and when she may have the next baby. Keeping track of whether or not she went early, late, or on time could prove to be beneficial in the long run – also knowing if she had any issues could help decide if she gets bred again. 5. Having foal blankets, bottles, and other back up items in case something happens to the mare and the foal winds up an orphan in need of human intervention – while not an ideal scenario, having the right items and equipment to step in and take of the foal should something happen to its mother is something that should be considered and kept in mind. 6. Get the mare used to having her udder looked at or touched by you – if the foal needs assistance finding the milk bar, you need to know that you can get under the mare to help guide it and not get kicked. Making sure the mare can be handled in general is just a good idea all around. 7. Educate yourself on a Red Bag delivery and what to do if one occurs, and on the Madigan squeeze – also knowing how to MARCH 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020

tell if the foal is coming out in the proper position or not, so you know if you have to assist the mare or call a vet is important. I'm sure that there is more that can be added to the list, but those are my top ones, based off of observations I've made. I have been around mares who couldn't be haltered and therefore their foals could not be handled, and seen mares try to kick foaling attendants heads off as they guide the foal to her udder – you can never be too prepared in making sure both mare and foal have a healthy delivery and that everyone comes out safe, healthy and happy. Having a plan with a veterinarian and being well stocked on supplies is always a good place to start. Red Bag Delivery: A red bag delivery is the term used when a horse's placenta detaches prematurely (placentia previa). If you see the placenta presenting, you have six minutes to save the life of the foal. Madigan Squeeze Procedure: The rope harness in the Madigan foal squeeze technique mimics the natural pressure of birth; with about 20 minutes of pressure, imitating the length of time a foal would typically be in the birth canal, most foals rise to their feet alert, ready to interact with their dam and nurse on their own. 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, upon completion of the program in spring 2020. She manages blog and FB page CitifiedCowgirl and also manages and operates CitifiedCowgirl Photography (there's a FB page for that as well), and works at Chase Lake Equine Center, a barn in Fowlerville, MI.

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Why Western Dressage? By Lynn Palm | www.lynnpalm.com This article really begins with a story. In 1997, I tried to upgrade my business of training and competing with horses in multiple disciplines into something else by changing my approach to basic training. I tried to use the term “Dressage Principles” as a basis for Palm Partnership Training's teaching and education guidelines. Using the word “dressage” hurt our educational merit in the beginning. I would have people come up to me at horse expos, and write letters, emails, and Facebook messages noting that they were Western riders and “didn't do” dressage. Others said that dressage is too difficult to ride, and they could never achieve it. People would even make comments saying, “I am a trail rider, and I don't ride dressage!” Hearing this over and over made my husband Cyril, farm manager and friend Marie-Frances, and me all agree we shouldn't use the term “Dressage Principles” as a basis for our training and teaching methods at that time. So we didn't. Ironically, 15 years later people started coming to us and saying things like, "We take dressage lessons and ride western!" and "I want to learn dressage because I know it is going to make me a better rider for my horse." We agree it wasn't the right time back then to introduce such a strong term, but now it is part of the Palm Partnership Training fundamentals. Dressage principles truly allow you to become the best partner for your horse! I am truly blessed to have dressage as my first influence in riding and training horses. Cyril also learned dressage as his basis for riding. Cyril is from Europe where dressage is taught to all riders before they advance to jumping or 3-day event riding. “Dressage" is a French word that means "training" a horse. It is the TRUE natural horsemanship of riding and training a horse, because it allows us to truly understand what the horse is telling us and how to tell the horse what we want. These are the main reasons why western riders are so excited about this new discipline. They are realizing all the natural horsemanship techniques that we Americans are coming up with are both good and bad. However, we should also follow the dressage principles of classical dressage because it has already proven successful for centuries. When I learned to ride in the dressage saddle, I would go home and ride Western the same way. NO difference! It really works! Western riders are looking to train a willing horse and not train through submission. Harmony with the horse is what horse owners want whether they are a recreational rider or show ring competitor. This is the beauty of western dressage and why it is going to grow and become even more popular. The best part of western dressage is that it is helps people learn the correct ethics of horsemanship and how to train a willing horse. The bottom line is that people want to learn more about correct riding and training. Dressage will give you the tools to achieve this correctness. It is all in following the Training Pyramid and the dressage levels. There are western dressage tests you can access at http://westerndressageassociation.org/. The perfect way to learn is to practice these tests. Western dressage is for all breeds of horses. It is for the first-time horse owner and for the owner who has had horses all his/her life. MARCH 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020

I love to hear horse owners say, "the more I ride and learn, the more I realize how much more I don't know!" Dressage will fill that gap and give you inspiration. Lastly, dressage will give you wonderful challenges for riding correctly and with accuracy during riding tests. It is fun and is similar to the sport of figure skating. It is done with athleticism, which brings out beauty and grace. It reveals lightness and the ability to harmonize with the horse. If you ride a test, you will get hooked. Join us, and I promise you will love it. 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.

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Farm Friendly Recycling By Lisa Skylis, Reporter at Large | Email: skylisli@msu.edu Although some states are one month closer to April showers bringing May flowers, we northerners know that for us March means unpredictable weather of all sorts and a long wait for springtime. Horse owners take pride in their ability to properly care for their hooved friends, yet their stewardship shouldn't end there. This March, commit to being a better steward of your land and establish a recycling program on your farm. Fortunately, there are a few small steps every horse caretaker can take to become a recycler and make your farm ‘greener’ before spring. Recycling on the Farm Where there are horses there is trash, and where there is trash there are recyclables. Barns of all sizes generate massive amounts of garbage, ranging from cardboard to scrap metal to water bottles. An amazing majority of this trash is able to be recycled, rather than thrown out, if a few simple steps are taken to set up a recycling program on your farm. Whether it's a large boarding facility or a two-stall personal barn, setting up a recycling program is more than possible for your barn this month. When establishing a recycling system on your farm, the key is to start small and keep it convenient. First, designate someone to spearhead and keep track of your recycling efforts. Even if that just means you appoint yourself the Recycling Queen or King, it's helpful to record your progress and you'd be surprised how quickly recycling becomes second nature. Then, select a few items you'd like to focus on recycling and the list can grow as your program develops. Maybe during the first few weeks, you pay particular attention to cans, bottles, bale twine, and scrap metal. After you've chosen a few recyclables to target, you're well on your way to becoming an environmentally friendly farm. Next, place a few recycling bins near the garbage cans in your barn. Make sure to clearly label what can be recycled and what is trash – maybe even use photos to illustrate what belongs in each bin. Again, convenience is your key to success here. Remember that most people won't seek out a recycling bin if a trash can in closer. Next, communicate your recycling program to all the folks at your barn, be they boarders, office workers, trainers, or barn volunteers. It's important that everyone is on the same page so that together you can keep recycling a priority at your barn. Finally, it's time to choose a method of removal for your recyclables. This part is easy if your area offers curbside recycling. Otherwise, you might need to take your collected recyclables to a designated facility. Recycling scrap metal is an easy way to start funding your next spring show season purchase. As long as they're stored in a horseproof place, collecting common scrap metals like old wire fencing, screws, nails, and horseshoes can leave your barn cleaner and your wallet heavier. At the scrap yard, Copper is the most valuable metal, followed by brass, and the least valuable metals would be aluminum and steel. If you need a little help classifying your barn metals, grab a magnet! If the metal sticks to the magnet, it's a ferrous metal like iron or steel. If the metal doesn't stick to the magnet, it's a non-ferrous, usually more valuable metal such as brass, copper, aluminum, or bronze. However you choose to do it, you should set up a recycling program at your barn this March. What everyday items can be recycled from around the barn? Almost anything – the list is practically endless! Start your collection small with just a few items, but it could grow to MARCH 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020

include wood, scrap metal, newspapers, Styrofoam, plastics, and more. Remember: what's good for the environment is good for your farm…and your wallet. Now is the time that we northerners slowly begin to prepare for the rush of equestrian activities that warmer weather brings. Before buying new, first take a look for treasures around your own barn! You'd be surprised how many useful things you have around the barn that are ready to be reused and given a second life. While we wait for spring, let's countdown all the ways you can repurpose feed bags, blankets, buckets, and other common barn items. Five creative ways to up-cycle your horse's supplement tubs and buckets: · Create a flowerpot by drilling holes in the bottom, for drainage, and cover with any plastic-friendly paint, like spray paint · Rainwater collection in small amounts, and perfect for a small leak in the barn · Assemble a bathing bucket to hold all your wash rack essentials · Make a Cavaletti or crossrail jump by drilling holes in the sides of the bucket for ground poles to fit through · In a pinch, five-gallon buckets make great stools for weary equestrians Four clever ideas to repurpose feed bags: · Poultice Paper: when cut into strips, paper lined feed bags save you the time and expense of buying poultice paper · Stall Organizers: hang them up on your stall to hold polo wraps, supplements, etc. · Trash Bags: great for lining any trash can to spare you from needing to clean any sticky messes in the trash can or for using on-the-go at your next show · Saddle Cover: cut it open lengthwise to reveal a great weather-proof saddle cover Three great uses for old quilts, other than barn cat blankets: · Bandages: soft and flexible quilts make a great addition to your horse first aid kit · Padding for Anything that Rubs: if a blanket is bothering their withers, tuck an old quilt halfway under the blanket and fold the rest over it · Boot Liners: a set of no-bow wraps or thin quilts add warmth for winter or help prevent blisters when breaking in a new pair of boots (32) WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Two ideas for giving your worn-out stall mats a second life: · Gardening Pads: bring out your smaller stall pads to pad the ground next time you tend your garden – sore knees be gone! · Barn Door Mat: put them in front of your barn doors to keep out gravel and to prevent small ponds from forming there One way to reuse cat food cans: · A fishy fix: after a thorough cleaning, empty cat food cans are the perfect height to store small office supplies, like paperclips or pushpins, and odds n' ends in a drawer While waiting for spring to arrive, this March embrace a green barn environment. Instead of being daunted or overwhelmed by the task, remember that every little bit helps this earth we and our hooved friends enjoy so much. Begin by taking just a few basic steps to make your barn more eco-conscious. Start collecting your barn's scrap metal and watch it add up at the scrap yard. Express your creative side by hunting for reusable materials around the farm and seeing what you can make of them. Going green is all about benefiting the environment and your bottom line. Consider this, if at your barn you repurpose what you can and recycle the rest, then you're spending less money on new products. So, the more 'green' your barn can be, the more green you get to keep. The more money you have, the more horses you can have. Equestrian math at its finest. 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 to skylisli@msu.edu.

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Working Equitation Grows In Michigan 2019 was filled with momentum for Working Equitation in the United States, the Midwest, and at home in Michigan. Compared to the previous year, we were able to add a second B-Rated Working Equitation show. The fall show had so many entries, it needed to be extended to a three-day show! One day was even entirely devoted for newcomers to the sport. Both Michigan shows were included in the “Region 5 Buckle Series” with other participating shows in Illinois and Wisconsin. The series offers high-point buckles for all divisions. Michigan was well represented in the buckle series with local Working Equitation instructors Karen Rach-St. Clair and Alex Tyson, taking home the high-point buckles in the Novice A and Novice B Divisions respectively. Michigan was represented in Working Equitation on a national level in 2019 as well. Youth rider Katie Guscar, and quarter horse Gospel Lyrics (trained by Alex Tyson) traveled to the 2019 WE United North American Championships in San Diego, California. Katie and Lyric ended up 5th overall in the Novice A Youth Division. Michigan also fared well in the national high-point rankings. We have a high degree of Youth involvement in this state, and nationally are being known as “The Kids from Michigan.” Below are the national rankings for our Michigan riders: Youth Novice A: 5th Katie Guscar, 6th Finley Siegel, 9th Brynn Diehl Youth Novice B: 2nd Aida Jamie, 3rd Brynn Diehl, 4th Finley Siegel Youth Intro: 9th Nathan Yeskie Novice B: 2nd Alex Tyson, 3rd Karen Rach-St. Clair, 8th Aida Jamie

disciplines, and rider abilities. Since the sport is sequential and skill based, you truly don't need a fancy horse to win. The abovementioned youth riders have all competed, and excelled on ponies, quarter horses, and draft crosses. Bring the horse you have and see your partnership with your horse bloom!

2020 Working Equitation Events in Michigan: March 29th: Introductory clinic and obstacle practice. Come learn about the sport! April 18th: Introductory clinic and obstacle practice May 3rd: Schooling Show June 13th-14th: WE United B-Rated Show Sept 19th-20th: WE United B Rated Show Oct 18th: Schooling Show All shows and clinics will be held at: Miracle Ranch, Rach Riding Academy, 3380 Morrow Lane, Milford, MI. Contact Karen Rach-St. Clair for more information at: kl_rach@yahoo.com or visit: www.rachriding.com online.

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Which Riding Style Is For You: Western or English? If you are interested in ranch style riding, choose Western. Western refers to the tack or saddle you use, which has a bridle, horn, and usually a curved bit. With this discipline, you typically hold the reins in one hand, and mostly guide the horse with your weight and legs, along with some pressure on the neck from the reins. However, you don’t guide the horse by contact with its mouth using the bit. This style of riding was developed on ranches, where cowboys needed at least one hand free to rope cattle. It’s used in rodeo events like barrel racing, and calf roping. Learn western riding first if you want to ride casually. Western style riding tends to be a bit easier than any of the English styles to learn. You use a bigger saddle, making it easier to stay on the horse. Plus, you don’t have as much to coordinate when guiding the horse as you do in English. You can enter competitions with western, such as barrel racing, reining, and cutting. Find a trail ride just to get the feel for western riding. Many state parks and stables offer short group trail rides, and they generally offer some guidance for beginners. You’ll get an introduction to western style riding, while spending a few hours riding through the beautiful outdoors. That will give you an idea of whether you like this style of riding and want to pursue something more competitive or just do it casually.

Start with English style riding if you plan to get more serious about riding. While English disciplines are more difficult in the beginning, you commit the movements to muscle memory fairly quickly. After that, you can ride English or western with very little difficulty, while converting from western to English may be a bit harder. If you want to try dressage or jumping, you’ll need to learn the English style of riding first. Try hunt seat if you want the exhilaration of jumping a horse. Hunt seat is a style of riding where you take horses over fences in a prearranged course. It’s divided into two main categories: hunters and jumpers, which refers to the type of horse you ride. You can also compete in this style of horseback riding. Hunt seat falls under the English style of riding. In English style, you have more direct control with the horse’s mouth and you hold a rein in each hand to guide the horse. Choose dressage if you want to work closely with a horse and train it. Dressage is a style of riding where you put the horse through a series of basic maneuvers to show off what it can do. For instance, you may make the horse do different types of trots, as well as show off how the horse can walk, canter, and use extended gaits. Dressage also falls under the English style of riding. However, there is a western form of dressage. It’s basically the same as English dressage, but with western tack.

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Which Riding Style Is For You: Western or English? Opt for saddle seat if you want a showy style of riding. With this discipline, the focus is on the horse being expressive as it shows off different riding techniques. You display different gaits as you ride back and forth across the ring. This discipline also falls under the English style of riding. Look for group lessons in your area to try different styles of riding. If you’re just trying to get a feel for the basics of one discipline, even a single lesson can be helpful. Check your area for stables or ask someone you know who rides, if they know of lessons nearby. Call around to see what kind of classes and lessons each place offers. Group lessons are generally more cost effective, which allows you to try out several different styles of riding without breaking the bank. Check for one-on-one lessons if you want to get more serious about your riding. While individual lessons are more expensive, they make it easier for you to learn the proper way to ride. If you want to try competitive horse events, you may want to start taking individual lessons to gain more knowledge and experience. Look for stables that specialize in the areas you’d like to try, such as jumping or dressage. Ride a horse trained in the discipline you would like to try. If you have your own horse, you may be tempted to try out several disciplines in a short period of time. However, if you try too many styles/disciplines too quickly, your horse may become confused. Riding a horse already trained in the discipline you’re interested in allows you to get a feel for it without confusing your horse.

Go to area horse shows to watch different styles of riding. You can go to rodeos as well, as that is a form of horseback riding in the western style. By observing the different events, you can decide what looks like the most fun to you. Some other events may include pleasure driving, where you ride behind the horse in a small carriage, competitive trail riding, where you navigate a trail course in an arena, and equitation, where your riding skills are judged rather than the horse’s abilities. There is even in-hand, where you don’t actually ride the horse, you guide them through a series of tasks while holding the lead, like a halter class. Talk to experts and other riders to learn more about each style. If you’re at an event and you see a style you like, don’t be afraid to talk to the person showing, or their helper if they have one. Ask them questions about the style of riding to see what they like about it, or what the challenges may be. If you have your own horse, its build and temperament may point you towards a particular style of riding. For a horse that likes to go fast, you might try barrel racing. If your horse is a bit slower, you might consider dressage. Talk to an expert who can help you evaluate what your horse would be good at. If you pick something your horse enjoys, you’ll have a happier horse who will work better with you. In the end, it all comes down to what you like. If you love jumping, give it a try! If you think rodeos are fun and exciting, get into western riding. If you enjoy a challenge, try dressage!

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