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Horseback Archery of Michigan

HORSEBACK ARCHERY IN MICHIGAN Welcome to HBAM! We're on Facebook as the Horseback Archery in Michigan group. We are a network of Michigan Horse Archery clubs that believe in working across association and group lines to grow our sport in our state. Our clubs consist of Ground Zero Mounted Archers in Niles (Saint Joe), Let it Fly (Howell), Michigan Centaurs (3 chapters, Fruitport, Gaylord, Howell), Red Hawk Archery Riders (Stanwood) and Rising Storm Mounted Archers (West Branch). All of our clubs are on social media, join HBAM and like their pages to stay up to date on upcoming clinics and events. Ground Zero also operates a full-service archery shop that can equip horse archers. The two largest competitions of the 2019 season are Ground Zero Mounted Archery's 2nd National Mounted Archery Competition, which will be held in Niles over Memorial Day weekend, and the 3rd Annual Michigan Horse Archery Competition which will be hosted by the Red Hawk Archery Riders August 17-18. The Michigan Centaurs are also hosting a shootout series, with the first one being May 18th in Fruitport. The other dates and locations are TBA. The Michigan Centaurs ran intro clinics in February at Bridlewood in Nunica, in March at Arbor Acres, Ann Arbor, and in April at Buck's Run, Midland. The Red Hawk Archery Riders also hosted an intro clinic in April at Healey's Outback Ranch in Stanwood, MI. Cody Lee Jones joined mounted archers for a clinic and hunt at the Battle Creek Hunt Club in April. News Briefs Several HBAM clubs will be hosting special ARE FREE OF CHARGE! guest clinicians this year. These clinicians are not just for horse archers but may help Use this section to announce: bring your horsemanship to the next level. • Volunteer Acknowledgments First up will be a clinic with the Red Hawk • Changes To Show: Rules, Dates, etc. Archery Riders and special guest, inter• Any Equine Related News nationally competitive and junior champion Email: saddleupmag@gmail.com horse archer Gracie Waymer, June 28th in Word Limit: 600 Stanwood. Dimitar Trukanov of Bulgaria will NOT for product endorsement be joining both Red Hawk Archery Riders MAY 2019 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2019 (18)

June 8-9, in Stanwood and the Michigan Centaurs in Howell, June 15-16. Mihai Cozmei will be returning as a special guest clinician joining both the Michigan Centaurs in Howell and Ground Zero Mounted Archers in Niles in Sept./Oct. Are you interested in getting involved? HBAM clubs welcome members, volunteers, archers and riders who are interested in boosting each other up in our progress in the sport, and growing our clubs. Our clubs support each others events, clinics, shootouts and competitions. Our members ride everything from ponies to gaited to drafts to mules in saddles ranging from dressage to western to Australian. Walk/Trot divisions are included in most events. Contact your local club about hosting an introductory clinic at your facility, or to book some lessons. We have a great tribe and look forward to shooting with you!

IEA ANNOUNCES ALLIANCE WITH THE AMERICAN PAINT HORSE ASSOC. The Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) is proud to announce that the American Paint Horse Association (APHA) has become the organization's newest affiliate. With this alliance, IEA and APHA will crosspromote across both organizations in a variety of methods and venues beginning in 2019 that will include benefits and discounts for both IEA and APHA members. APHA will also provide sponsorship of one award for the “Most Valuable Paint Horse” of the show at both the 2019 Hunt Seat and Western National Finals. “We are extremely pleased to partner with APHA,” stated Roxane Durant, Co-founder and Executive Director of IEA. “Both IEA and APHA are committed to working with other organizations to achieve shared goals and ideals in promoting equestrian involvement. The versatility of the Paint Horse breed is a great fit for the diversity of programs we offer in IEA – all centered on young riders. We are especially thrilled to work with the APHA to help strengthen the IEA Western program.” WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Saddle Up! Magazine News Briefs IEA & APHA Alliance, continued “We are excited to partner with IEA,” said Billy Smith, Executive Director of APHA. “Education and youth development are at the forefront of all we do. This alliance will not only benefit both organizations, but more importantly, help expand the horizons of young equestrians everywhere. We're looking forward to working together to offereven more opportunities to youth aboard American Paint Horses.” About the APHA: The American Paint Horse Association is the world's second-largest international equine breed association, registering more than a million horses in 59 nations and territories since it was founded in 1962. APHA promotes, preserves and provides meaningful experiences with Paint Horses. For more info, please visit www.apha.com IEA HOSTS BACK-TO-BACK WESTERN SEMI-FINALS COMPETITIONS The Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) hosted two Western Semi-Finals Competitions – one in Murfreesboro, TN on April 6-7 and the other in Columbus, Ohio on April 13-14. These large competitions were made up of approximately 285 youth Western riders in grades 6-12 who qualified based on their regular and post-season results. The IEA Western Semi-Finals is the last step before heading to IEA Western National Finals in June in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma during the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) Derby. The top 6 riders in individual classes and the top 6 teams from each Semi-Finals will be moving on to the Finals. Semi-Finals A – Tennessee Middle State Tennessee University (MTSU) played host to Semi-Finals A in their beautiful Miller Coliseum. Riders and teams from IEA Regions 4, 5(2), 7 and 8 gathered to vie for national qualification in both Reining and Horsemanship Classes. Seizing the Upper School Team Championship out of 12 teams was Autumn Rose Equestrian Team out of Marysville, Ohio and coached by Debbie Griffith. Dare Equestrian Team out of Hilliard, Ohio coached by Linda Dare took the Reserve Champion Team spot for Upper School. The Middle School Team Champion-

ship was won by IIIR Stars Equestrian Team out of Hopkins, South Carolina and coached by Joy McMillion. Autumn Rose Equestrian Team also took home the Middle School Reserve Championship. The Champion Upper School rider was Ellexxah Maxwell (Autumn Rose Equestrian Team). The Champion Middle School rider was Cadence Eger (Autumn Rose Equestrian Team). The Reserve Champion Upper School rider was Addison Taylor (Flamekissed Equestrian Team). The Reserve Champion Middle School rider was Jenna Woody (Flamekissed Equestrian Team). The Sportsmanship Award went to Ginia McFarland (Team Untamed) and the horse of the show was Mickey provided by Schwarz Reining Horses, Johnstown, Ohio . Semi-Finals B – Ohio Equine Affaire, one of the largest horse expos in the nation, was the backdrop for IEA Semi-Finals B which hosted IEA riders and teams from Regions 1, 2, 5(1), and 11 at the Ohio State Fairgrounds and Expo Center. Similar to the Semi-Finals A, riders competed in exciting Reining and Horsemanship classes to determine the winners moving on to National Finals. Coming out on top for the Middle School Team Championships was KM Equestrian out of Findlay, Ohio coached by Katie Morehead with Saddlebrook Equestrian Team coached by Ashley Wolf out of Schwenksville, Pennsylvania taking the Reserve Championship spot. In a tie-breaker for Upper School Team Champion-ship, KM Equestrian ultimately won the Upper School Champion spot with Grier Schoolout of Tyrone, Pennsylvania and coached by Chris McElyea taking the Reserve. The Champion Upper School rider was Olivia Willeke (KM Equestrian). The Champion Middle School Rider wasAbby Zawisza (KM Equestrian). The Reserve Champion Upper School rider was Macey Stevens (Watkins Equestrian Team). The Reserve Champion Middle School rider was Katherine Riley (TMC Equestrian Team). The Sportsmanship Award went to Laura Larman (North Country Horses) and the horse of the show was Gremlin provided by TMC Equestrian. In addition to riding classes, IEA members also had the opportunity to take a written Horsemanship Quiz at each Semi-Finals to test their skills outside of the saddle. Nearly

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60 riders participated, and awards were given to the top six placings in both Middle School and Upper School. IEA Western Semi-Finals was proudly supported by the following major sponsors: National Reining Horse Assoc. (NRHA), Bob's Custom Saddles, Equine Affaire, Cinch Jeans, Kimes Ranch, Matt Mills Reining Horses, Rod's Western Palace and C4 Belts. A complete list of results can be found online at https://www.rideiea.org/ western/semi-finals.html About IEA: Now in its 17th year, the IEA has nearly 14,000 members across the United States riding and coaching Hunt Seat, Western and Dressage disciplines. The non-profit (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. Visit www.rideiea.org

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SADDLE UP! MAGAZINE 4TH ANNUAL SUMMER WRITING CONTEST Children and teens in 3 different age groups may enter our Summer Writing Contest for a chance to win a gift card to be used at a retail location of their choice. Write your story about “Did Unicorns Really Exist?” to enter, deadline is July 31, 2019. Members of the Saddle Up! Magazine staff will choose three winners from each age 4TH ANNUAL WRITING CONTEST, cont. group. Prizes range from a $75 gift card, to a $10 gift card depending on age group. All 1st, 2nd and 3rd place stories win a gift card and will be published in the September 2019 edition of Saddle Up! Magazine. Winners will be notified by phone in advance and will receive their gift card by mail. More information can be found in this issue of Saddle Up! Magazine. Kids, join the fun!

to recognize these accomplished individuals and we are proud to have them as representatives of the USDF Instructor/Trainer Program." The USDF Instructor/Trainer Program is designed to set a standard of excellence in dressage training and instruction in the United States, and to educate dressage riders, instructors, and aspiring instructors. For more information on the USDF Instructor/Trainer Program, to view a calendar of workshops or testing dates, or to obtain details on hosting a workshop or testing session, please visit the USDF website at www.usdf.org, or contact instructor via email certification@usdf.org. About the USDF: Founded in 1973, the USDF is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to education, recognition of achievement, and promotion of dressage. For more info about USDF membership or programs, visit www.usdf.org, or email: usdressage@ usdf.org, or call (859) 971-2277.

USDF ANNOUNCES NEW CERTIFIED INSTRUCTORS The United States Dressage Federation™ is pleased to announce and congratulate the newest USDF Certified Instructors, who completed their certification this Spring: Training – First Level: Emily Gill (Louisville, OH) Ashley Rand (Twinsburg, OH) Elsie Reford (Gatineau, Quebec, Canada) Katherine Tackett (Snow Camp, NC) Second Level: Ashley Navarro (Harrisburg, PA) Viviane Pilicy (Waltham, MA) Jean Thornton (DeLeon Springs, FL) Third & Fourth Level: Laura Ashley Killian (Loxahatchee, FL) Katherine Poulin (Beachwood, OH) USDF Education Department Mgr. Kathie Robertson acknowledged, "It is our pleasure

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MAY 3-5 Lope For Hope Fuzzy Show (no points) MAY 17-19 • JUNE 14-16 • JULY 5-7 • JULY 19-21 • AUGUST 16-18 Point Approved Shows:

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 #1-5 will run “at will” *ALL exhibitors in classes #1-5 MUST BE CHECKED-IN at the gate by 8 pm 1. Trail In Hand 2. Trail Walk/Trot 11 & under 3. Trail Walk/Trot 12-18 4. Trail Walk/Trot 19-39 5. Trail Walk/Trot 40 & over

SATURDAY beginning at 8am 6. Halter Jackpot (ineligible for Gr\Res) 7. Halter Geldings/Stallions 3 & Over 8. Halter Mares 3 & over 9. Halter 2 yr. olds & under 10. Grand/Res. Halter 1st & 2nd from 7-9 11. Color Class-100% color 12. Lunge Line 2 yr. olds & under 13. Showmanship Jackpot 14. Showmanship Walk/Trot 40 & over 15. Showmanship Walk/Trot 19-39 16. Showmanship Walk/Trot 12-18 17. Showmanship Walk/Trot 11 & under 18. Showmanship 40 & over 19. Showmanship 19-39 20. Showmanship 14-18 21. Showmanship 13 & under 22. Showmanship Green Rider 23. Showmanship Pee Wee 11 & under 24. Showmanship Lead Line 7 & under *LUNCH BREAK minimum 30 minutes 25. English Pleasure Jackpot 26. English Pleasure Jr Horses 5 & under 27. English Pl. Walk/Trot 40 & over 28. English Pleasure Walk/Trot 19-39 29. English Pleasure Walk/Trot 12-18 30. English Pl. Walk/Trot 11 & under 31. English Pleasure Sr. Horse 6 & over 32. English Pleasure 40 & over 33. English Pleasure 19-39 34. English Pleasure 14-18 35. English Pleasure 13 & under 36. English Pl. Green Rider 1st Yr. Canter 37. English Eq. Walk/Trot 40 & over 38. English Equitation Walk/Trot 19-39 39. English Equitation Walk/Trot 12-18

40. English Eq. Walk/Trot 11 & under 41. English Discipline Rail-Open 42. English Equitation Jackpot 43. English Equitation 40 & over 44. English Equitation 19-39 45. English Equitation 14-18 46. English Equitation 13 & under 47. Eng. Eq. Green Rider 1st Yr. Canter 48. Pee Wee Walk Eq/HMS 11 & under 49. Lead Line Eq/HMS 7 & under *10 minute break/trail walk-through* 50. Trail Lead Line 7 & under 51. Trail Pee Wee Walk 11 & under 52. Trail Jackpot 53. Trail Green Rider 54. Trail 13 & under 55. Trail 14-18 56. Trail 19-39 57. Trail 40 & over

SUNDAY beginning at 8am 58. Western/English Riding 59. Ranch Riding *20 minute break* Western classes not to start before 10am 60. Western Pleasure Jackpot 61. Western Pleasure Jr Horse 5 & under 62. Western Pleasure Walk/Trot 40 & over 63. Western Pleasure Walk/Trot 19-39 64. Western Pleasure Walk/Trot 12-18 65. Western Pleasure Walk/Trot 11 & under 66. Western Pleasure Sr. Horse 6 & over 67. Western Pleasure 40 & over 68. Western Pleasure 19-39 69. Western Pleasure 14-18 70. Western Pleasure 13 & under 71. Western Pl. Green Rider 1st Yr. Lope *LUNCH BREAK minimum 30 minutes 72. Western Horsemanship W/T 40 & over 73. Western Horsemanship W/T 19-39 74. Western Horsemanship W/T 12-18 75. Western Horsemanship W/T 11 & under 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 82. Western HMS Green Rider 1st Yr. Lope Family Oriented & A Friendly Atmosphere

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BLACK SWAMP DRIVING CLUB, OH Black Swamp Driving Club members gathered Apr. 7 at the Ted Barhorst Farm, Ft. Loramie, OH. Host Julie Emmons welcomed members and introduced Ted Barhorst. Tables for the potluck were set up amidst a large array of antique metal advertising signs and an old fashioned Sinclair gas pump complete with dinosaur. The large barn once housed thousands of chickens but now has been remodeled into paneled rooms for displaying many of Barhorst's antiques. On the wall was the registration for a Belgian stallion that had been imported for the farm right after WWII. More than two dozen farm (box) wagons, most from area farms, are grouped together in an impressive display. Set off by itself is a restored Studebaker wagon, with a large sleigh and a vis a vis nearby. Several thousand ribbons, trophies, plaques and other awards surround the large maroon and gray hitch wagon used by Barhorst's Belgian horses in parades and shows. While the wagons claimed lots of attention, the three frisky Belgian foals in a nearby barn captivated everyone. The youngsters, when they reach three, are sent out to be trained to drive. Barhorst joked that he had the idea to put together a six horse hitch but changed his mind after thinking about cleaning all that harness. The tour ended in a large heated room that is used for vet work and shoeing. A large bunch of shoes and pads were pointed out, and the stocks there were used to make sure horses could be shod or vetted safely. Always thinking, Barhorst plans to heat the foal area with heat from this area. During the afternoon, Barhorst had plenty of stories to entertain BSDCers. A huge thank you to Ted Barhorst for sharing his collections, his Belgians, and memories. Next up is the May 18 Open House at the Hardin County Historical Society Farm, Kenton, OH. A carriage display is planned and driving around the adjacent fairgrounds may be possible, according to organizer Annetta Shirk. An addition to the year's schedule is a June 9 drive at the Carlisle

Reserve near Elyria, OH. Jackie Minges is co-hosting this joint drive with the Western Reserve Carriage Association. Other Upcoming Events: July 6: Carriage Display, Wyandot Co. Historical Society Museum, Upper Sandusky, OH July 21: Byers Woods Drive, Ashland, OH Aug. 4: Drive at Leighteys' Farm, Upper Sandusky, OH Aug. 10: Meeker Park Drive, Meeker, OH Aug. 24: Parker Bridge Drive, Upper Sandusky, OH Sept. 29: Coon Hunters Drive, Tiffin, OH Oct. 27: Hayride with Mary Elliott and Linda Spear, Galion, OH Nov. 9: Annual Banquet, Arlington, OH

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FORT CUSTER HORSE FRIENDS ASSOC. Hello Trail Riders! This is a reminder and invitation to come to our Annual Spring Camp Out May 16-19th. It will be held at the beautiful Whitford Lake Event Area as always for 4 days of fun, trail riding, friends and food. Members camp for $45 and nonmembers camp for $60. Picket poles, corrals (permissible), water, etc will be provided by the FCHFA club. Go to our website at www.fchfa.org for imformation or camping registration. Call Nancy Simmonds with any questions at 269-96763613. Hope to see you there! Toni Strong, FCHFA Secretary

HIGHLAND TRAIL RIDERS ASSOC. HTRA Equine Only Camp Out May 17th -19th, 2019 HTRA is ramping up for another fun filled weekend at our annual Equine only camp out/Poker Ride weekend. We are already booked for camping, but we encourage you to come out for the day and join in the festivities including a poker ride with prizes, 50-50 raffle, lunch & potluck dinner on Saturday. MAY 2019 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2019 (22)

· Poker Ride will be from 10:00AM4:00PM @ $5.00 per hand with prizes awarded for the best poker hands. Collect your ribbons or just pick your cards. Drawing & Prizes will start @ 4:15 · HTRA will provide lunch (hot dog, chips, pop or water) from 11:30AM–1:30PM & pot luck dinner (please bring a dish to pass) providing the meat, pop & water at 5:30PM for a $5.00 per person donation. We are excited to announce that equine campers will have exclusive use of the campground in 2019 from April 20 to May 21, 2019 and September 5 to 30, 2019. This arrangement is the result of filling the campground over the past few years during our organized camping events. We need to show usage or be in danger of losing these dates. Please spread the word to all your equine friends, camp as often as possible. We will keep our website and Facebook updated with the latest event Information @ www.highlandtrailriders.com. We look forward to seeing you!

IONIA HORSE TRAILS ASSOCIATION At our March 31st work bee we were able to finish the rails around our new pavilion! We have more stone coming to "fill the bed" out to the rails as well as out to the road in front of the pavilion to help reduce the mud there. We also completed the clearing and site preparations for Phase 1 of the Ionia Skills Course. You asked and we listened! Mounting steps have been purchased and will be placed in various locations on April 20th. See our Facebook page to give credit to all the volunteers and see photos of progress. Announcing!! The Ionia Skill Course – Phase 1 We have a new trail wrapping around the horse camp. It will include at least 10 obstacles, each with a bypass lane, to challenge you and your horse! On April 20, weather permitting, our WORK BEE should complete Phase 1! As soon as this is done, we will announce the Grand Opening, so stay tuned to our Facebook page, our emails (if you're a member) and our website for more details. WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Horse Association & Trail Riders News IONIA HORSE TRAILS ASSOC., cont. We hope you will all come out and celebrate the completion with us! We also hope you will bring your ideas to our meetings later this year. Phase 2 planning will begin as soon as Phase 1 is up and running. Visit www.ioniahorsetrailsassociation.org We have more surprises and investments in our park coming this summer, so you will really want to stay tuned, and come on out to help as well as ride. Don't forget our upcoming events, and get your reservations in to come camp with us! 6/29 3rd Annual Forbidden Trails Ride – new activities to keep it interesting! 10/ 5 Chili Cookoff – Hope to see you!

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MICHIGAN COMPETITIVE MOUNTED ORIENTEERING (MICMO) A great big thank you to Vicki and Sue for putting on another wonderful ride. The Leprechaun Leap was a huge success. The weather cleared up just in time and the snow was all gone which made finding white plates attainable. The competition was tight with the Saturday long course being taken by Turn & Burn Babes but they were defeated on Sunday by Freedom Riders. The short course was ridden by only two teams, but each team got the chance to win once. Grandma's Gang took home the first on Saturday and Flaming Hoofprints managed the win on Sunday. Forty one competitors rode on Saturday and twenty nine on Sunday. We even had riders join us from the Illinois chapter. So much fun was KENSINGTON TRAIL RIDERS had learning about their rides. I believe We invite you to come out and enjoy the some Michigan members will head south to diverse horseback riding trails at the Ken- Illinois/Indian chapter rides in the future. sington Metro Park located at 4570 Huron The potluck was wonderful with lots of hot River Parkway in beautiful Milford, MI. You food and fun recipes. We are looking can get directions to the Equestrian staging forward to many more meals with friends area, find information regarding the parks laughing and telling stories of the trails. The hours of operation, a color trail map, Metro best part of the ride was that Camp Eberhart Park bridle tag and park pass requirements was the recipient of $500 from camping on the park website at http://www.metro and stall rental fees. It is wonderful to be parks.com/parks/kensington-metropark. able to support any horse venture. Call the park staff directly (810) 227-8910. Please keep checking the Saddle Up! Join the Kensington Trail Riders (KTR) and Magazine Calendar for our events this become part of a motivated, fun, and summer. We will be at Hadley Hills May friendly community of trail riders. Informa- 18th and 19th and then to Silver Creek on tion about local events, rides and member- June 1st and 2nd. There will be a bit of a ship applications are located on the website break before we head to Elba Equestrian at www.kensingtontrailriders.com or Center for the annual Horses for Hope CMO please friend us on Facebook. Have a sugg- on July 20th and 21st. August 9th, 10th and estion, idea, comment, concern or just need 11th will be our first three-day ride and we to contact someone directly regarding the will be at DBarD Ranch in Chase for the KTR, please email us: KensingtonTrailRiders Grandkids and Ponies CMO. In September 2019@gmail.com. we will be at Waterloo State Recreation We look forward to seeing you on the trails area on the 14th and 15th. and at the Proud Lake/Kensington circle ride Apparently, we are hoping for wonderful September 13-15! weather in the fall with two scheduled rides Please join us in our mission by becoming a in October. On the 5th and 6th we are lucky Kensington Trail Rider member today, with enough to get back to Camp Eberhart in your help, we can reach our goals to Three Rivers for the Come Celebrate Michiimprove the staging area, trail system and gan CMO. Two weeks later the second camping area! Thank you for your support! three-day ride and final ride of the season MAY 2019 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2019 (23)

will be at Kensington Metro Park in Milford. October 18th, 19th and 20th will be the Cartoon Cartoon! CMO. If you have any questions about any of these rides, please feel free to contact the ride managers listed on the SaddleUp! Calendar or post the question on our Facebook page. When on Facebook, just search for Michigan Competitive Mounted Orienteering and you will find our page. We hope to see you out on the trails enjoying the Michigan woods. Happy Trails! Janet

MICHIGAN FOX TROTTER ASSOCIATION May means new foals have been hitting the ground! Are you looking for a new versatile riding companion or a smart and willing baby to train your way? These members in our association have a number of wellgaited Fox Trotters to consider. Lola Kuhn in Newago, MI needs to downsize her herd. Call her at 231-652-3043 for more info. Chuck Fanslow (989-435-9224 or clf222@ yahoo.com) in Gladwin, MI has Cotton-Eyed Joe Y stock available, as well studs to breed to. Joe Burrill (989-205-4745 or jjburrill62 @gmail.com) in Beaverton, MI has a black and white spotted stallion (G&G's Chief Odysseus) for stud service and an experienced MFT gelding for sale. Gale Gunder (989-534-1207) also of Gladwin, MI has a different spotted stud (Raider) to breed to and MFTs for sale as well. Check them out! When you do shop for a gaited horse elsewhere, be sure to bring someone knowledgeable with you. A video of the proper fox trot gait can be found on our website (www. michiganfoxtrotters.com) as a reference. There is still time to sign up for the year-long Versatility Challenge. Go to our website for the rules and registration form. The fee is $20. There are two divisions: Under Saddle and Not Under Saddle. It takes place everywhere you like to ride, camp and show. Just report where you have completed/ participated in the various activities. You could win an embroidered jacket or shirt. The May 11-12 clinic with Levi Beechy at Levi's Boarding and Training Center in West Branch, MI filled quickly. There are many... WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Horse Association & Trail Riders News MI FOX TROTTER ASSOC., cont. auditor spots open however. The cost to audit is $15 for MFTA members and $20 all others. There will be a silent auction all weekend and Saturday night campfire with pizza and karaoke too. Levi is a very effective trainer -- you will learn a lot! Our National Trail Ride with MFTHBA and MTRA is scheduled for August 10-11 at South Branch Trail Camp near Hale, MI. Bring a dish to pass for the potluck Saturday night. We will supply the meat for the grill. Anyone interested in learning about Fox Trotters is always welcome to attend any of our events and meetings. The membership form is found on our website (www.michi ganfoxtrotters.com) as well as a lot of other helpful breed information. We are on Facebook, too. Check there and on our website for more frequent updates on group rides, breed and gaiting information. Our mission is to educate those interested in Missouri Fox Trotting horses as well as to promote the breeding, training and enjoyment of them in Michigan. The Fox Trotter motto is, “To ride one is to own one.” Come experience the fun!

MICHIGAN TRAIL RIDERS ASSOCIATION Spring is here and more and more days of riding! Our first organized ride begins May 16-20. The Blossom Ride will be held at Luzerne Trail Camp for this 5-day camp and ride. Plans are for a pig roast and pot luck on Saturday of the ride. A great time to feast and socialize. Information and registration forms can be obtained on our website www. MTRA.org. If you have wanted to ride Michigan trails, this is a good first ride as there are circle rides and no rig to move! Our annual meeting, which was held in March, elected Dug Jordan, Ron Wolfin, and Jon Greer and re-elected members Jenny Duvall, Ron Anderson and Chuck Fanslow to complete the board of directors. Election of officers and committee assignments were completed. President Chuck Fanslow, Vicepresidents Jeff Balzer and Jimmie Corlew. Trail assignments were chosen for the upcoming year and plans for work bees dis-

cussed. Work on the new camp in Cheboygan (the last camp on the ride to Mackinaw) will be on the agenda. Of course, all board members will be starting their trail cleanup with help from members and friends. Time to get the pruners, chainsaws and shovels out! Hope to see you on the trails!

ORTONVILLE RECREATION EQUESTRIAN ASSOCIATION (OREA) Join us on May 18 and 19, as MiCMO puts on the annual Hadley Hills CMO for the benefit for the Ortonville Recreation Equestrian Area. The ride managers, Steve and Vera Keim, always put out a challenging course with a twist or two. Learn more about CMO at www.NACMO.org. Lots of help available if you'd like to give it a try. Coming up Memorial Day weekend is the No Joker Poker Ride/Campout, an annual tradition. Try to make the winning poker hand on May 25 starting at 10 a.m. Lunch served and prizes for the top hands. OREA merchandise available. Hosted campout May 25 and 26. Come spend the weekend with us! More detail about both events will be available on our website as the dates approach. Visit www.hadleyhills.com for more info about OREA and the trail system we endeavor to help maintain and improve, and to print a membership application. Your membership directly supports outstanding trails and fantabulous camping experiences. OREA is a 501c3 and welcomes all interested persons. Find us on Facebook at OREA – Ortonville Recreation Equestrian Area. Questions? Looking to ride with someone? Call/text me or leave a note on our website's Contact tab. Happy Trails! Karen DeOrnellas, OREA President, 913-660-8012

PONTIAC LAKE HORSEMAN'S ASSOC. The Pontiac Lake Recreation Area Rustic Horseman's Campground is Open! The 2019 overnight camping fee is $20.00 per site, per night and there is a pay tube with camping forms on the kiosk in the main loop of the campground. You can also make a reservation online at the MDNR website under the Pontiac Lake Recreation Area. We have access to over 17 miles of diverse equestrian trail and you can also park your rig at the day staging area off Teggerdine Road in White Lake Township. Both the Rustic Equestrian Campground and day staging area have direct access to all PLRA horse trails and Indian Springs Metro Park. The MDNR asks that you have a recreation passport on your license plate or Michigan State park sticker on each vehicle. Park stickers are available at the Park and campground offices for purchase and most of the rangers on patrol will have them available for sale as well. Please call the PLRA park office directly at 248-666-1020 for more information. The Welcome Summer campout is June 7th, 8th & 9th and campsites are by reservation only through the Pontiac Lake Horseman's Association and all sites are currently reserved at this time. Please feel free to contact Susie Sulla by email at US5495@frontier.com or by phone at 248-889-3799 to get on the waiting list or for more information. Please note that you must always request to get on the waiting list to get a spot to camp. We invite you to join us for the full day of activities and have plenty of parking for day users. You can find a wealth of information about the PLHA events on the webpage at www.plha.info. Hope to see you on the trails and thank you for your support! NEW: Pontiac Lake Recreation Area Rustic Horseman's Campground!

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PROUD LAKE TRAIL RIDERS Hello Everyone! Now that the warmer weather is finally here, we hope that you and your friends are out and about on the trails. We will be placing three new mounting blocks at Proud Lake. One will be in the staging area, one in the run off staging area and one will be by the railroad tracks. We are also looking to build some obstacles in the run off staging area. We are also getting some new apparel that should be at our next event. We also have our events calendar ready to roll out! June 14-16 will be a competitive obstacle course and camp out. The obstacle course will take place on Sunday the 16th. It will be a competitive one for those that want to compete and those that just wish to ride it at their leisure may do so as well. There will be camping Friday and Saturday evenings with breakfast served on Saturday and a potluck dinner on Saturday night. September 13-15 will be the Circle Ride with Kensington Trail riders. We will be camping on the 13th and 14th and the Circle Ride will be on the 15th. All of our events are open to everyone. You do not need to be a member of our group (although we would love for you to be!). We have people come out without horses just to hang out and socialize. Everyone is welcome and we look forward to meeting up with our old friends and making new ones. If you would like to be added to our email list to be reminded of upcoming events, please email Nancy Efrusy at efrusy@yahoo.com. Welcome Spring! Nancy Efrusy

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SLEEPY HOLLOW TRAIL RIDERS ASSOC. SHTRA held its first workbee of the season with 38 volunteers present. We got all the trails winter debris cleared, staging area raked, bulletin board updated and sand roll pit cleaned and ready for sweaty horses. The access road was graded and potholes filled. Thanks to all who came, worked, brought dishes to pass for our lunch. Sue Chant provided us with sloppy Joes. Many hands got Spring cleanup done! SHTRA 2019 events are planned. We offer 9 events, 5 have weekend camping with 12 overnights available. The Rotten Egg Hunt hosted by Pat Brown will be Sunday 2:00 pm May 5th. This is a fun staging area event on foot for youngsters searching for goodies the Easter Bunny left behind. Optional trail riding that day depends on trail conditions. Camping? Riding? Trail Driving? Memorial Day Weekend will have a 3-night campover, one fundraiser ride, potluck and campfires with Marsha Korrock hosting. MHDVA will be attending this event. There will be no Fourth of July Ride as so many other events are occurring elsewhere. On July 12-13, Host Chanda Donnan will have us gathering for Lazy Days Weekend with a potluck but no organized ride. It's a 2-night campover. The weekend of July 26-28 theme is “Fantasy Island”. Host Dave and Therese Kline are planning numerous sights for the riders this weekend. You won't want to miss this unique event. The Labor Day weekend will be hosted by Marsha Putnam and MHDVA. It will be a 3-night campover with special fundraiser ride, Sat. Potluck, Sunday Root Beer Floats and group campfires. Sunday September 29 will be the 16th Kris Kulhanek Memorial Judged Trail Ride hosted by the Rangers 4-H Club. No camping. This is a great horsemanship test, with lunch and cash back prizes. Our 3rd Explore the Hollow weekend will be a 2night campover October 18-20 with Host Pat Brown. This weekend is time for a full moon and a special ride. So plan to come explore the forbidden hiking trails. Check our website for Host contact numbers and specific information for that event. Our

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Facebook page is a great way to contact others who are attending or gathering to ride or drive the SHTRA trails. Remember when cart driving the East Loop to “go UP the big hill” not down! Also, please no carts over the big 100' bridge to the island as it has narrow winding trails. Have you visited Wayne Mears's Memorial picnic table on the Island? If interested, go to 1-800-44-Parks or on line www.midnrreservations.com to register for a cabin rental. If you want to horse camp when there is no special event scheduled at Sleepy. Don't have an LQ trailer? Try renting either the two-bedroom modern cabin/ electricity/shower or the one-bedroom, heated rustic cabin for a “get away & go riding” weekend. Try getting a group together and rent both! It's easy and fun to rent a SHSP cabin w/pickett poles overlooking the lake. If want to bring your dogs, it is now allowed at the rental cabin for a $10.00 fee. You can call SHSP at 517-6516217 for more information but must book online. If you would like to join our fun group and need a membership form, go to our website www.shtra.org or call 989-6612541 and I will send you one.

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Horse Association & Trail Riders News WEST. DRESSAGE ASSOC. OF MI, cont. takes to bring a horse up the levels and improve softness and connection with your horse. Sue Hughes is a certified Center of Riding instructor and an examiner for Certified Horseman's Association riding instructor program. She is a large “R “USEF Western Dressage Judge and a small “r” USEF Dressage and Eventing judge. If you are having a problem with a test or there is something not quite right between you and your horse and you cannot figure it out, Sue can help. Many times, we are blocking our horse in some way. Sue will find the block. Joanne Coy, is a USDF L grad, Bronze medalist and large “R” USEF Western Dressage judge. She is an instructor for the WDAA/USEF judges program. She has worked with gaited horses for years. Joanne travels around the United States teaching Western Dressage clinics and judging. Joanne has been selected to judge at the WDAA World show this year. What an honor! Joanne has a great insight in the world of Western Dressage. The Clinic will have 3 rings going all day with many different topics being covered. Check it out on the website www.wdami.org. Auditors are welcome. Preregistration is required for riders. Hope to see you there. There are many schooling shows and clinics in Michigan that offer Western Dressage, so check our website under events. There will be 6 WDAA recognized shows this year in Michigan. Wyn Farm in Williamston, MI will host four recognized schooling shows, July 13 and 14 and August 10 and 11 and MDA will host two recognized schooling shows at Rattlewood Farm in Oxford, MI August 31 and September 1. The WDAMI board is now working on clinics and education events for next year, 2020. If you have any ideas, requests or a story to share, please email me at eaglehorse1@ hotmail.com. We enjoy hearing from our members. Don't forget to sign up for your WDAMI and WDAA memberships (www.wdami.org)! We have a great awards program for our show competitors and Rider Achievement Awards for our members who prefer some-

thing other than the show ring. Tip of the month: The rider is the keeper of the tempo. Thank you for your support. Be safe, have fun and enjoy your equine partner. Until next time...Suzanne Morisse, WDAMI President

YANKEE SPRINGS TRAIL RIDERS ASSOCIATION Board Meeting Minutes – April 10, 2019 This meeting was held at Sandy's Country Kitchen. Ron Walker called the meeting to order at 6:06 pm then lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance. Work Bee May 17, 18, 19: Starts at 9:00 am each morning. Need volunteers to help build stairs in the confidence course and put in a culvert on the new Billy the Kid Trail. Tom has purchased the culvert and will bring the tractor and check on getting the posthole digger. Brad has the gravel. Judged Trail Ride on June 22nd: Need volunteers to be obstacle judges, email Kathy Taylor if you would like to help with this event. Good news the campground is sold out for this weekend! August 31st Annual Meeting: Chairperson Ron Walker, pig roast, 50/50 raffle, Poker Run, silent auction. Lots of fun for everyone, come camping this weekend with YSTRA. September 29th Last Chance Ride Fund Raiser: This will be an organized ride on the 9 mile. There will be a charge to attend; you will get a hot lunch on the trail and water will be provided for your horse. More details to come later. October 12thHalloween Event: Chairperson Sarah Elizabeth. Add this date to your calendar. Trail Report: Ron and Carla Walker will be doing trail clearing on the 9 mile Thursday 4/11 evening. Friday 4/12 Kathy Taylor & Jeanne Burger will work on the Kids trail around camp. Sunday afternoon Ron would like to have a work bee on the YSTRA trailer to build shelves and caulk holes. This will take place

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at the Grand Rapids Machine Repair Shop inside due to the weather; contact Ron Walker if you can help. Land Manager Report by Brad Bedford: Still checking into a group campground/day use overflow area. Directional signs for Hastings Point Rd and Gun Lake Rd. are in and will be installed this month. A Day use counter has been found for the horsemen's camp driveway but it needs a new hose. Ron will work with Brad to help get this fixed. Work will be done on the hand pump, pouring a new cement slab and securing the hand pump to eliminate the wobble it currently has. DNR will be replacing the campsite posts with the site numbers. New Business: Asked Brad if we can put up a no bike sign in our driveway as we are getting bike traffic through the campground, he will check. Asked Brad to check if we can get material for more corrals this year. The Ionia Horsemen's Campground has installed a new confidence course located around their campground. They are also installing more pipe corrals and riding arena. The Young Riders 4-H Club contacted YSTRA for a donation of wood shavings for their club to be used during fair week. Kathy Taylor made a motion for YSTRA to purchase a skid of wood shaving, Laura Soper 2nd, voted on and approved. Meeting adjourned at 7:15. Next meeting May 8th will be held at Sandy's Country Kitchen. All members welcome to attend. Happy Trails, Kathy Taylor, YSTRA Secretary

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Trailer Insulation By Robert Eversole | www.TrailMeister.com Insulation is one of the first steps in any DIY build, and it's also one of the most misunderstood. There's a lot of misconceptions about trailer insulation, and people end up wasting money and time on unnecessary steps and products. When we were building our trailer, we had all kinds of questions about insulation: What's the best material to use? How do we install it? Do I need a vapor barrier? What questions do I not know to ask? So what is the best way to insulate a horse trailer? Below, we'll go over how heat is transferred and how to stop it; discuss everything you need to know about insulation, the different products out there, and how best to use them. There are three types of heat transfer:

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Radiation is heat that can be transferred through the air or a

A thermal bridge is an area that has greater thermal conductivity than the materials around it, providing an opportunity for heat to pass through. When you place insulation between your trailer's frame ribs but don't do anything to the ribs themselves, the frame then becomes a thermal bridge. Heat can conduct inside the trailer through the exposed frame much more easily than it can through the insulated areas. This reduces the overall effectiveness of your insulation, since heat and cold can easily go around it. Insulating on the top of your trailer's hollow frame ribs can reduce the effect of thermal bridging. These thermal breaks are basically non-conductive materials (i.e. insulation) placed in the pathway of a thermal bridge to block the flow of heat. While an insulated trailer with some thermal bridging is more resistant to heat transfer than a trailer with no insulation at all, we're embarking on this project to do as good a job as we can. Now that we understand how basic heat transfer works, let's take a look at the insulation materials we can use to slow it down. While there are a lot of options out there, not all of them are good choices for insulating your trailer. Good trailer insulation needs to have the following: High R-value per inch. Space is at a premium inside a trailer, and you want to insulate with materials that will do the most in the least amount of space. Bang for your buck. There's no need to spend hundreds of dollars insulating your trailer. Some materials may work well but cost more than your trailer did. The best insulation materials do their job effectively and are friendly to your wallet. Able to withstand vibration. Unless you've got your trailer up on blocks, you're probably hauling it all over the place. Traveling causes lots of vibrations inside your trailer, and your insulation needs to be able to take it without falling apart. Resistance to moisture, mold, and mildew. Either the material is impervious to moisture (like rigid foam board or spray foam) or has moisture control properties and natural mold resistance (like Thinsulate or sheep's wool). Non-toxic. You don't want harmful gases or microscopic particles from your insulation filling your living space. Bonus points if the insulation is produced in an environmentally-friendly way.

vacuum â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Think of the warm sunlight that comes through your windows on a sunny day. It's very nice in winter but miserable in the summer. In a trailer, radiation occurs mostly through the windows. If you park your trailer with large windows in direct sunlight, the inside will heat up quickly. This is because radiant heat transfers easily through glass. Combat radiation heat by parking in the shade or extending your awning.

Convection is heat transferred through the natural movement of liquids and gasses. This is due to liquids and gasses being different densities and temperatures. In a nutshell, hot air is less dense than cold air so it rises which is why the nose of gooseneck trailer gets so hot in the afternoon. Combat convection by adding a ventilation fan to suck out the warm air near the ceiling while pulling in cooler air from a cracked window. Conduction is heat transferred through a solid material. The metal skin and framing of your trailer walls are excellent conductors of heat. Without any insulation, a trailer sitting directly in the sun heats up fast. The inside metal can be too hot to touch because the heat is transferred very efficiently through the outside walls. Combat conduction by insulating the inside of your trailer to stop your trailer from conducting the sun's heat inside in the summer and help prevent heat loss through conduction during he winter. Insulation: Insulation slows the rate of heat transfer into and out of your trailer, which makes it easier to maintain the temperature you want. A properly insulated trailer is easier to heat and cool. It won't heat up as quickly in the summer and stays warmer in cool weather. Every insulation material has an R-value, which is a measure of the material's Resistance to heat transfer. The higher the R-value, the better the ability to resist heat transfer via conduction. Different materials have different levels of conduction. In general, the more porous a material is, the less it conducts heat because air is a poor conductor. Example: If you hold a metal bucket full of ice, it will quickly draw the heat out of your hands. If you hold a foam bucket full of ice, the heat will stay in your hands. Nothing resists conduction better than a vacuum; this is why vacuum insulated mugs work so well. MAY 2019 â&#x20AC;˘ C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ÂŠ2019

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What we used in our trailer: Extruded polystyrene (XPS) is a type of rigid foam board insulation that's widely available. You'll recognize it as the big pink or blue foam sheets at the hardware store. XPS has a very good R-value per inch at R-5 and is impermeable to moisture. Another benefit is its high compressive strength, making it perfect for floor insulation. What we should have used: Polyisocyanurate is another rigid foam board insulation. It typically comes foil-faced on one side, which both acts as an effective vapor barrier and provides a radiant heat barrier if you install it with an air gap. Polyiso is completely non-toxic and doesn't off-gas anything harmful. It's also much more environmentally friendly and has a slightly better R-value per inch than XPS foam board. It is a little more expensive and my local hardware store didn't carry it. What you never want to use: Expanded polystyrene (EPS) is another type of foam board insulation. It's basically the same as the stuff in your Styrofoam cooler. EPS is super cheap and is a good insulator. But it contains a lot of air gaps that allow moisture to penetrate, which degrade the material over time. It also won't stand up to vibration as well as polyiso or XPS and isn't nearly as durable. Insulation Steps by the Numbers: 1) Insulate walls, ceiling, and floor with foam board 2) Fill gaps with spray foam 3) Cover all exposed aluminum ribs with thermal break – We used 1/4 inch fanfold sheathing insulation 4) Seal seams with HVAC tape to create moisture barrier 5) Attach 1x3 wooden furring strips to ribs to create a solid base for the 1/4“ plywood sheet walls and channels for electrical wiring And there you have it – a fully-insulated trailer! Now you're ready to head up to Alaska in December or haul down to Arizona in August. Well, maybe not. No matter how well-insulated your van is, it's still a good idea to follow the weather you want. While insulation does make the inside of your van more comfortable, horse camping isn't about staying in your trailer – it's about getting out there and enjoying the world on your horse! Robert Eversole For more information on the Horse Trailer Project please visit www.TrailMeister.com

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Good Stress vs. Bad Stress By Don Blazer | www.horsecoursesonline.com There's something for everyone in the world of horses – barrel racing to dressage, halter to jumping, working cow horse to driving, gaited to trail-in-hand, back-country packing to downtown parades. If you can do it on a horse or with a horse, there's probably an organization that sponsors or records it. (There's no less than 137 recognized breed associations in the US and most have some way of telling and showing you all about their horses.) And there's more than one way to train that horse – clickers to crops, spurs to carrots, science to intuitive feeling. But there is a single principle that applies to all disciplines, events, breeds and training: Never apply unnecessary stress to the horse's neurological, skeletal or muscular systems. Apply stress, yes! Stress is a requirement for maturity, growth, strength and overall development. Horses spook and panic because they are herd animals with natural predators. They take flight rather than fight and they are designed very well to cover ground in a hurry. Flight for a horse is an instinct. Instincts can be modified with behavioral training. Training is partially the application of controlled and well-regulated stress. The horse's mind does not go quiet in strange or unusual situations if it has not been trained to seek the protection of the handler. The trainer must first earn the horse's respect by being a confident and charismatic leader; not a pal, not a friend, not a playmate. Once the leadership role has been established, the leader can place the horse in any number of “scary” situations and demonstrate to the horse that turning to the leader for protection is the best way to eliminate any danger. (Listen to my cues and all will be well.) It's the use of small, but necessary stresses from which the horse learns to trust despite his fears. “Sacking out” is a method of getting a horse over the fear of some things…but it isn't a very good way of accomplishing the desired result – it violates the “principle” and applies unnecessary stress to the neurological system. There are better ways to train a horse than “flooding” – the use of multiple continuing stresses. Many advocate delaying the training and riding of young horses. The position is that the horse's bone structure needs to mature before being stressed. That approach has a major flaw though; without stress the bone will not mature, so it will be just as weak and undeveloped when the horse is four as it was when the horse was two. Others say, and studies show that young horses that are stressed with riding training at an early age stay sounder longer than horses put into training at an older age. Stress, then rest, is what develops strong bones, muscle and minds. Stressed bone develops density so it can withstand additional stress, and muscle gains mass so it too can handle more stress. The key, of course, is in not violating the principle. We have hundreds of choices about what to do with horses and how to do it. And that's a wonderful thing. MAY 2019 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2019

Most of the multitude of things we do with a horse, however, are not natural to the horse, so “training and conditioning” become necessary. Training and conditioning require stresses. The superior trainer applies the requirement of stressing the horse, yet never violates the single universal principle. Visit www.equinestudiesinstitute.org to earn certification as a horse trainer, riding instructor or stable manager. All courses online.

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2019 FAIR DATES JULY 21-27 IN CARO, MI

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Carnival Opens Tuesday at Noon! FREE Community Day – Sunday & Monday KID’S DAY! Thumb Truck & Tractor Pull 7 p.m. Weds, July 24 Super Kicker Rodeo 7 p.m. Thurs, July 25 Senior Citizen Day Super Kicker Rodeo 7 p.m. 2019 Admission Includes: Fri, July 26 ATR Motorsports Mega/Monster Truck Extreme Battle 7 p.m. Reptile Trailer! Sat, July 27 Unique Motorsports Auto Scramble 7 p.m.

Entry Booth Opens 8:00 a.m.

Tuesday-Saturday Pay One Price $12.00 Includes Admission, Parking, Grandstand and Unlimited Rides!

Tuesday Kid’s Day: $9.00 – 14 & Under 12:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m., Carnival Opens at Noon Free T-Shirts to first 800 kids w/paid admission

Sunday: Free Admission Thursday: Seniors Are Free! (62 & Over) Excludes Carnival Rides and Grandstand

2019 OPEN HORSE SHOWS

Saturday, May 4th – 10:00 a.m. Start Blessing Of The Horses FREE Warm-Up Open Show Entry Booth Opens 9:00 a.m. Lunch Provided. Get Ready for Show Season! Contact Janet Swarthout (989) 673-3165, ext.1919 Saturday, June 8th Boots & Bridle 4-H Club Open Show $4.00 per class or $30 all day (same horse/rider combination). Great awards! Rosette ribbons 2nd-6th place, extra large rosette for 1st. High point awards for all age groups. Call Amy Kotsch (989) 683-3271 Saturday, June 22nd Comb & Curry 4-H Club Open Show $4.00 per class or $30 all day (same horse/rider combination). 3 Jackpot Classes up to $100 added money. Contact Kristal Baker (989) 660-9064 Saturday, June 29th Wranglers 4-H Club Open Show $4.00 per class or $30 all day (same horse/rider combination). Contact Holly Harp (810) 358-8477

Shows Start 9:00 a.m. Sharp!

Sunday, June 30th Tuscola 4-H Horse Leaders Open Show $4.00 per class or $30 all day (same horse/rider combination). Trophies and ribbons 1st-6th place. Contact Amy Kotsch (989) 683-3271 Saturday, July 13th Ride For A Cure Benefit Open Show $4.00 per class. All proceeds to local cancer patients. Raffle and door prizes. All survivors present recognized. T-shirts for purchase that can be worn in place of show shirts! Contact and T-Shirts: Kristal Baker (989) 660.9064 NEW ANNOUNCER STAND WITH CONCESSION AREA! NEW Campsite Upgrades! Reserve campsite w/each show contact. $25 per night, $10 per stall. Showbills Email: patte199@anr.msu.edu

There will be NO Open Horse Show during the 2019 Tuscola County Fair, due to week long 4-H events.

TUSCOLA COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS Super Kicker Rodeo

Located in the heart of Caro, Michigan (Entrance on M-81, next to Pizza Hut)

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Teach Your Horse To Lower His Head By Julie Goodnight | www.juliegoodnight.com Dear Julie, Do you have any suggestions for helping me set my horse's head? She's not too bad at home but at shows she raises her head and doesn't look ideal! I know she wants to look around, but she doesn't respect my cues to pay attention. How can I get her to keep her head low and perform the same at a show that she does at home? Hope for a Headset Dear Hope, There are several considerations for getting your horse to perform at a show at the same level that she performs at home. A horse, or any animal for that matter (humans included), goes through four stages of learning: 1. Acquisition – horse learns to associate a cue with the behavior you are teaching him (acquires a new skill) 2. Fluency – horse responds correctly to the cue almost always and refinement occurs during this stage 3. Generalization – horse takes a skill he has learned in one environment and comes to understand that he can perform that skill in any environment (such as at a horse show) 4. Maintenance – the "finished" horse will perform reliably in a variety of settings and does not need to learn more, just maintain his skills Your horse is somewhere between stages one and two and does not yet have the training and experience to perform reliably at shows or away from home (generalization). Stages one and two happen relatively quickly; but to get a horse generalized in his training takes a lot of time and experience. Horses are very location specific in their training. They tend to associate a specific place with their action or behavior. That is why horses will tend to act up in the same place of the arena. To use this tendency to our advantage, when I am training a new skill to a horse, I might ask her to perform the skill in the same spot where I had success the time before, because I know she is thinking about it there. Then we'll move on to performing the skill in other places as we move through the stages of learning. You'll need to haul your horse to some different arenas for practice in a different setting, then to some horse shows just for schooling (not competition). It can take years to truly season a horse and get him generalized in his skills. Buying a mature seasoned horse is easier and cheaper than seasoning one by yourself! To get your horse to put her head in a specific place is fairly simple; to get her to keep her head there is a little trickier. The correction: To teach your horse to lower her head on command, pick up one rein and lift it up until there is pressure on your horse's mouth. Use only the amount of pressure that causes your horse to look for a way out of the pressure, which you'll know because she will start moving her head around trying to find a release. The instant your horse drops her head, even a fraction of an inch, release the rein and rub her on the neck, then ask again. You must reward any effort on the part of your horse to do the right thing or move in the right direction. First your horse must learn that when MAY 2019 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2019

you pick up a rein it means to lower her head (acquisition). Once she makes this connection, hold the rein a little longer until the head comes lower, then release. Gradually increase the amount of time you hold the rein up until the head is where you want. Then whenever you want to lower the head, if you lift slightly on one rein, your horse will drop (fluency). In this process your horse learns that there is a place where she can keep her head and be comfortable (no pressure on the bit) and that if her head is not in that place, she will be uncomfortable (pressure on the bit). For your horse to learn that she must keep her head there, you'll have to be very consistent in your corrections and have excellent timing for both the release and the correction. That requires a lot of concentration and skill. If you have difficulty keeping your horse's head where you want it, you are probably being inconsistent with your corrections – she doesn't believe she'll stay comfortable with her head in the right place and/or that she'll be uncomfortable with it in the wrong place. If more than three seconds go by, your horse is unable to make an association between your correction/release and her actions. One of the very first things I will teach a horse is that she must keep her nose in front of her chest at all times while I am riding her.I am the one in charge and I am the one monitoring the environment; her job is to go where I point her at the speed I dictate. She doesn't get to make any decisions, so she doesn't need to look around. Again, consistent correction will take care of this problem very quickly, if you are consistent and have good timing. I use the horse's points of shoulder as a guideline – she must keep her nose with in those two points. Any time she crosses the line, I will bump the opposite rein until her head comes back to the middle. She can easily see more than 360° around her and still keep her nose between her shoulders. In short order, she'll quit looking around. We train horses through negative reinforcement – we apply pressure until your horse does the right thing, then we take away the pressure as a reward. In order to influence a horse's behavior, you have to find the amount of pressure that motivates her to change. For each horse, the amount of pressure required to motivate change is different; if your horse does not respect your hands, you may not be using enough pressure, so it's easier to ignore your repeated requests than to put her head down. In training, you must also consider how difficult it's for your horse to do what you are asking. If it's an easy skill for your horse to perform, it shouldn't take much pressure or motivation. If it's a hard skill, it may take more. Again, this is different with every horse – not every horse is built to keep its head low. (32)

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Teach Your Horse To Lower His Head, continued The outcome: Spending some time to season your horse and give her the experience she needs to be comfortable in the show ring is a good place to start. Setting some boundaries and guidelines for her behavior and making it clear to her what she has to do to get the release, will give her a better understanding of what she is supposed to do. This will require a lot of concentration and good timing on your part. A couple of caveats about headset for shows: don't ask too much of your horse. Many people showing horses today are asking for extreme and unnatural headsets from your horse, which may make her sore and uncomfortable, and can actually damage the ligaments in her neck. Letting your horse drop her head straight down is not unnatural but asking it to go down and bring the nose in (breaking at the poll) so that the face is behind vertical IS unnatural and I do not believe a horse should have to do that. However, that is what is commonly seen in the show ring in many disciplines. Secondly, make sure that your horse gets a release when she does the right thing. Most people do not release your horse soon enough or often enough and that causes your horse to be resistant. Often people are so sure your horse is going to put her head up again that they hold pressure on the reins trying to prevent it. This will cause a horse to lift his head and be resistant. When a horse gets constant pressure, he will almost always do the opposite of what you want. It's only if he finds a release that he is motivated to do the right thing. With a little work, you can teach your horse to perform as well at the show as she does at home. Enjoy the ride! Julie Goodnight, Trainer and Clinician

2019 Livingston County 4-H Open Horse Shows All shows held at: Cohoctah Horse Park, 6258 Preston Rd., Cohoctah, MI All shows governed by 4-H Rules | No stallions | No dogs (service dogs welcome) | Negative Coggins Test Required

Show manager: Michelle Carnevale 517.376.2859, email: donaldcarnevale@att.net Showbills: https://canr.msu.edu/livingston/livingston_county_4_h/4_h_project_areas_committees#horse

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English, Western, Gymkhana, Trail, Over Fences, Reining, Walk/Trot and More!

Open to youth and adults. Series high point prizes.

Saturday, June 1st Leaders Day

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Nelson Automatic Waterers – A Nelson preferred contractor! Installed from start to finish. Many units to choose from. Maintenance free, time saving, energy efficient. Repairs and directional boring available. Horse fence installation. R. BARNES CO., INC. – Rick Barnes Howell, MI (Livingston) (PS-09/19) 313.407.7373 cell. Nelson Automatic Waterers – A Nelson preferred provider for repair and maintenance of your Nelson Automatic Waterers. Excellent response time. Most parts in stock. Honest, ethical and reliable. Will travel. www.WaterFixLLC.com WATERFIX COMPANY – John Guthrie Dexter, MI (Washtenaw) (S-10/19) 313.418.5676 or 734.475.8898

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Spring Equine Dentistry: Dedicated to serving quality and complete equine dental care. Travel to all states available. Like us on Facebook! SPRING EQUINE DENTISTRY Lauren Springstube – 248.842.7821 Brown City, MI (Lapeer) (PS-04/20) Email: springequinedentistry@gmail.com

EQUINE MASSAGE Free Evaluation of horse in movement. Licensed Massage Therapist. Certified in Equine Sports Massage and Bodywork through Equissage and Equi-Pair. References available. LADY ANN EQUINE MASSAGE Ann Heins – 517.672.6057 Howell, MI (Livingston) (S-11/19) Email: ladyannequine@yahoo.com Horses In Harmony Therapeutic Massage for horses and riders. Improving performance and well being since 2001. Licensed massage therapist, certified equine sports massage therapist. HORSES IN HARMONY – Candy Cornell Howell, MI (Livingston) (M-06/19) 810.923.5003 | Like us on Facebook! Email: horsesinharmoney@att.net Online: www.horsesinharmony-cesmt.com

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EQUIPMENT NEW/USED Dressage Saddle – Excellent condition, black. Asking $800. Donna Roger – 989.667.4028 Bay City, MI (Bay) (M-05/19) Women’s LaGrange Ostrich Boots – size 8.5M, like new. Worn two times. Chocolate color. Lauri McDougall – 248.921.5236 South Lyon, MI (Oakland) (M-05/19) Email: l.mcdougall@live.com WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

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100 Acres For Sale: North of Blissfield, MI in Lenawee County. 20 acres woods, south branch of Little Raising River runs through. Hard to find land in this area. Priced at only $5,000 per acre. Call Larry – 517.270.3645 FAUST REAL ESTATE, LLC (M-06/19) 145 E. Front St., Adrian, MI 49221

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FARRIER SERVICE Hoof Care Matters! 25 years of experience in trimming, shoeing and corrective shoeing. Ask about teeth floating too! Serving Oakland County and surrounding counties. JOHN PETERSON FARRIER – 248.303.6498 Milford, MI (Oakland) (PS-05/20)

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HAY FOR SALE Mike Murphy 517.206.7377 www.murphyfarm.net Quality Horse Hay: No Rain! Square bales 60-65 lbs., 4x5 net wrapped round bales 850-950 lbs. From Northern Michigan, delivered by semi loads or in enclosed trailers. Timothy, clover, orchard grass mix. Minimum order required for delivery. Find Murphy Farms on Facebook. MURPHY FARMS LLC – Mike Murphy 517.206.7377 | www.murphyfarm.net Fowlerville, MI (Livingston) (PS-10/19)

HORSE FARMS/PROPERTY 30 Acres, beautiful ranch home – NW Lenawee County. Finished basement, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 30x40 building with lean-to, 15 acres wooded. Near several state highways. Call Bob – 517.605.9982 FAUST REAL ESTATE, LLC (M-05/19) 145 E. Front St., Adrian, MI 49221 35 Acres For Sale: Just southeast of Adrian, MI in Madison School District. Sandy soil and 40x60 pole barn with electric. Located on a paved road. Priced to sell. Call quick $155,000. Call Larry – 517.270.3645 FAUST REAL ESTATE, LLC (M-05/19) 145 E. Front St., Adrian, MI 49221

Waterfront 10 Acres: on a high and dry bluff leading down to 270 feet of water frontage surrounded by state land. Located on the MTRA horse trail. Midway between Kalkaska and Goose Creek Trail Camp. No utilities. Asking $19,900. Contact John 231.499.4867 Bear Lake, MI (Kalkaska) M-06/19

Almost NEW Indoor Arena: Wonderful horse farm, beautiful 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home on 10 acres. Premium fencing, nice lean-to with two enclosable stalls. Pole barn, tack shed, hayfield, pasture and woods. The perfect combination of everything! Offered at $499,900. REAL ESTATE ONE – Kim Foster 734.678.7839 or 734.662.8600 Tecumseh, MI (Lenawee) (P-05/19) Email: kimfoster7@gmail.com Buying and Selling Farms, vacant land or recreational parcels throughout Michigan. Call Doug Beasley – 517.260.2939 FAUST REAL ESTATE, LLC (S-06/19) 145 E. Front St., Adrian, MI 49221 Farm For Sale by Owner: 20 acres total. Large house w/mother in-law apt. and walkout. 2 large attached decks. Hardwood, ceramic tile floors. 2nd guest house, small barn & large barn, both w/attached wood paddocks. Priced at $607,000. Nancy Clark – 248.444.8942 South Lyon, MI (Washtenaw) (M-05/19) Email: nancyannclark@aol.com Gentleman’s Horse Farm: 10 acres, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 1850 sq. ft. home. 40x60 pole barn, 3 stalls, 2 paddocks, outdoor riding arena, RAMM fencing. Add’l. 3 car garage w/workshop. New roof, furnace, AC, hot water heater, deck, more! HOWARD HANNA REAL ESTATE Shelley Hunt – 517.442.8340 Adrian, MI (Lenawee) M-06/19 Email: shelleyhunt@howardhanna.com Housing – Healing Horses and Land Needs Caretaker: One bedroom apartment and small stipend avail. for rent/labor. Owner needs help in barn and house. Land is held for equine assisted psychotherapy and other healing purposes. Room for horses or horse business. Pastures and stalls. Serious, knowledgeable persons only please. Within 5 miles of two major highways. Contact Ina (pronounced eena) – 517.294.0328 Howell, MI (Livingston) M-07/19 Email: inaz@att.net

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Black Miniature Mare and black yearling filly. White Appaloosa colt and silver cream yearling colt. 3 yr. old few spot Appaloosa stallion. 8 yr. old heavy spot Appaloosa stallion. All top show quality and all for sale. DANSYN ARABIANS & MINIS Donna Rogers – 989.667.4028 Caro, MI (Tuscola) (M-05/19) Miniature Horses and Shetland Ponies for sale. Show and pet quality. AMHR and ASPC registered. Open and bred mares available, plus stallions and geldings. Prices starting at $500. Photos/videos available upon request. DEAD CREEK SHETLANDS Mackenzie Gray – 810.553.1296 Email: mack.n.enzies@gmail.com (S-05/19) Petersonwarmbloods.com – Sales and lessons, stud service, boarding with indoor arena. Trained Holsteiners for sale for Dressage, Jumping and Eventing. 60+ years experience. PETERSON WARMBLOODS Kathy Peterson – 248.887.4303 Highland, MI (Oakland) (S-08/19) www.petersonwarmbloods.com Two Nice Mares: First – paint QH Arab cross about 18 years old. Second – Paso Fino 21 years old. Will have foaled by the time this ad is out. Don’t let ages fool you! Too much to list here. Contact Jennifer – 231.245.8169 Bitely, MI (Newaygo) M-06/19

HORSE TRAILER 2007 Calico 5 Horse Trailer – Stock type with dividers for each horse. Front dressing room with saddle racks/hooks. Nice trailer. $8,000 obo. CLOVERLEAF FARMS, LLC – 517.376.8577 Hartland, MI (Livingston) (M-05/19) Email: cloverleaffarmsllc@yahoo.com

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Show & Event Dates MAY

MAY 4-5 – NLBRA of MI Rodeo, 10am start. Lakeside Arena, 4635 Rathbun Rd., Birch Run, MI. Contact rodeo secretary: Sheila Miller 574.320.4157, email: dewshe@gmail.com, find us on Facebook or at: www.nlbraofmi.com

MAY 3-5 – Central MI Horseman’s Assoc. Lope For Hope Fuzzy Open Show. Shiawassee Co. Fairgrounds, 2900 Hibbard Rd., Corunna, MI. CMHA 989.666.4867 call/text, email: cmha secretary@gmail.com, STALL Reservations: cmhastallres@gmail.com, or www.cmha.info

MAY 5 – Barry County Annual Benefit Open Speed Show Series (1 of 5), 9:30am start. 6 speed events, 6 age groups, daily & year end prizes. Barry County Fairgrounds, 1350 M-37, Hastings, MI. Contact Linda 269.945.3691 or email: ablett0314@sbcglobal.net

MAY 3-5 – MI Appaloosa Horse Assoc. Spring Show. Ingham County Fairgrounds, 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. Stall Reservations: Sharon Clark 517.589.9711, email: appaloosastalls@ yahoo.com. Show info: Brad 810.790.0709 or online at: www.michappclub.com

MAY 5 – Cowboy Church, 5pm start. Bring a friend! Horse lovers of all ages and all denominations welcome. Free chuckwagon dinner provided. Victory Ranch, 58191 8 Mile Rd., Northville, MI. Text please: 248.410.4501

MICHIGAN EVENTS ALL show and event date listings are FREE!

MAY 3-6 – Bryan Neubert Clinic 9am-5pm daily. Colt starting, restarts, horsemanship. Held at Blue Gates, 7601 East Allen Rd., Fenton, MI. Contact Kathy 810.515.0115, email: bluegateshorse@gmail.com MAY 4 – Blessings of the Horse FREE WarmUp Horse Show. Entry booth opens 9am. Tuscola County Fairgrounds, entrance on M81, next to Pizza Hut, Caro, MI. Contact Janet Swarthout 989.673.3165, ext. 1919. MAY 4 – Extreme Mountain Trail Course Pay To Play, 1pm start. $20 members, $30 non. HWSC Show Grounds, 3856 61st St., Holland, MI. Email Kris at: yogi-lamb@att.net, visit us online at: www.hollandwestern.net, or find us on Facebook.

MAY 5 – Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Assoc. Open Horse Show. Eaton County Fairgrounds, 1025 Cochran Ave., Charlotte, MI. Contact Dorothy 517.763.3729, or email: pchilds_2004@yahoo.com. Showbill available on our Facebook page. MAY 5 – Midwest Dressage Association Show at Grosse Point Hunt Club. 655 Cook Road, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI. For info email: info@gphuntclub.com, or mda.dressageorg@ gmail.com. Online at: www.gphuntclub.com or www.midwestdressage.org MAY 5 – Sleepy Hollow Trail Riders Assoc. Rotten Egg Hunt. 2pm-4pm in the staging area. Sleepy Hollow State Park, 7835 E. Price Rd., Laingsburg, MI. Contact Pat 517.651.5984, email: trailrider1142@yahoo.com or shtra.org

MAY 4 – Holland Western Saddle Club Show. 8:30am start. HWSC Show Grounds, 3856 61st St., Holland, MI. Email Kris at: yogilamb@att.net, visit us online at: www.holland western.net, or find us on Facebook.

MAY 8-12 – Hunter Jumper Association of MI (HJAM) Welcome Show II. Waterloo Hunt Club, 11500 Glenn Rd., Grass Lake, MI. Contact Lindsay 419.349.6519, email: lindsay. lyden@gmail.com, or visit: www.hjam.net

MAY 4 – Kal-Val Pleasure and Speed Show. KalVal Saddle Club, 9853 S. 34th St., Scotts, MI. Contact Shajnett Huffman 269.567.8708, email: huffman.shajnett7@gmail.com or online at: http://www.kalvalsaddleclub.com

MAY 10-12 – Great Lakes Spring Circuit. AQHA, MQHA, NSBA Approved. MSU Pavilion, 4301 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI. Show mgr. Tom Powers 616.262.2836, email: tomcpowers@aol.com, or visit us online at: www.tompowersfuturity.com

MAY 4 – Sitting Tall PEP Riding Program for special needs students. Free! 9:30am-1pm, pre-registration required. TLC Equestrian Center, 3807 Gardner Rd., Parma, MI. Visit Facebook or call MSU Extension 517.414.2378 MAY 4 – Yoder Brothers Spring Consignment Auction. Horses, ponies, carriages, carts, harness, tack, saddles, etc. 9am start, 4 rings. Isabella County Fairgrounds, 500 N. Mission, Mt. Pleasant, MI. Call Yoder Brothers Auction Service 989.386.9082

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MAY 10-12 – Ranch Horse Assoc. of MI Show. Friday 6pm, Sat & Sun 8am start. Berrien County Youth Fairgrounds, 9122 US Hwy. 31, Berrien Springs, MI. Show info email: blondeltoni@gmail.com, stalls: samholwerda @yahoo.com, or visit: miranchhorse.com MAY 11 – Auction held 10am-4pm 12226 W. Lennon Rd., Lennon, MI. 2003 Jayco Designer Legacy 36’ 5th Wheel Camper, golf cart, tools, furniture, more! Narhi Auction Service office 810.266.6474, info@narhiauctions.com, https://narhiauctions.hibid.com/auctions/

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MAY 11 – Mid-MI Open Horse Shows Circuit Fuzzy Horse Show, 9am start. Isabella County Fairgrounds, 500 N. Mission Rd., Mt. Pleasant, MI. Stall/camping reservations call: Jennie at 989.954.5268 or email: jbigelow@gpminvest ments.com or visit www.mmohsc.com MAY 11 – Oakland Co. Open Horse Show, Triple B’s Kick-Off Show. Fuzzy show, 8:30am start. Springfield Oaks Co. Park, 12451 Andersonville Rd., Davisburg, MI. For showbill visit: www.facebook.com/OC4Hhorsecouncil/ or www.oakgov.com/msu/ MAY 11 – Midwest Dressage Association Approved Show. Wyn Farm, 3100 Noble Rd., Williamston, MI. Email: mda.dressageorg@ gmail.com or www.midwestdressage.org MAY 11 – Sitting Tall PEP Riding Program for special needs students. Free! 9:30am-1pm, pre-registration required. TLC Equestrian Center, 3807 Gardner Rd., Parma, MI. Visit Facebook or call MSU Extension 517.414.2378 MAY 11 – Spring preview sale of well broke, quality trail horses. Noon to 4pm. Wind Walker Farms, 9204 Valley View Dr., Fenton, MI. Call Tim Scarberry 810.287.2415 or visit us online at www.windwalkertraining.com MAY 11 – WHAM Spring Fling, 10am start. Family fun show, no formal attire. Dragonfly Farm, 10125 White Rd., Linden, MI. Show Mgr. Karen Bochenek 810.241.8880, email: karen@ leadershipmanagement.us, on Facebook, or visit us at: walkinghorsemi.wordpress.com MAY 11-12 – Buchanan Westerners Open Horse Show. Buchanan Westerners Riding Club, Inc., 14665 Mead Rd., Buchanan, MI. Email: buchananwesterners@outlook.com, online at: www.buchananwesterners.com MAY 11-12 – Wyn Farm Dressage Schooling Show, English and Western Dressage Classes. Wyn Farm, 3100 Noble Rd., Williamston, MI. Contact Kealan 517.915.8548, email: wynfarmshowseries@gmail.com, or visit us online at: www.wynfarm.com MAY 12 – Open Speed Show Series. 12:30 pm start, 6 events, 5 age divisions, plus year end awards. La Arena Solana, 3056 Lee Road (S. of Centerline Road), Saranac, MI. For more information call 616.427.5668 MAY 15-19 – Hunter Jumper Association of MI (HJAM) Annual Show. Waterloo Hunt Club, 11500 Glenn Rd., Grass Lake, MI. Contact Lindsay Lyden 419.349.6519, email: lindsay. lyden@gmail.com, or visit: www.hjam.net

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Show & Event Dates MAY 16 – Real Estate Auction, 80 acres, home and outbuildings. 6pm start. Open House: May 11th, 1pm to 3pm.11145 North Douglas Rd., Riverdale, MI. Contact Yoder Bros. Auction Service 989.386.9082

MAY 18 – Holland Western Saddle Club Show. 8:30am start. HWSC Show Grounds, 3856 61st St., Holland, MI. Email Kris at: yogilamb@att.net, visit us online at: www.holland western.net, or find us on Facebook.

MAY 19 – Woodbine Farm Dressage Show. Midwest Dressage Association approved. Woodbine Farm, 9976 Liberty Rd., Chelsea, MI. Email: woodbinehorseshows@gmail.com, or online at: www.midwestdressage.org

MAY 16-20 – MI Trail Riders Association 5 day Blossom ride. Starts at the Luzerne Trail Camp. Contact Al Davis, President: alanddidavis@ gmail.com or email: Jan Wolfin, Secretary: mtra.office@gmail.com or www.mtra.org

MAY 18 – Kal-Val Speed Only Show, 4:30 pm. Kal-Val Saddle Club, 9853 S. 34th St., Scotts, MI. Contact Shajnett Huffman 269.567.8708, email: huffman.shajnett7@gmail.com or online at: http://www.kalvalsaddleclub.com

MAY 17 – Tiny Tots Session 2, ages 4-6. Classes Fridays 5:15pm-6:30pm and 6:30pm7:45pm for 6 weeks. Wildwind Equestrian Center, 3935 7 Mile Rd, South Lyon, MI. Call us at 734.486.7433, or email: wildwindec@ gmail.com, or www.wildwindstable.com

MAY 18 – Ribbons-N-Riders Fuzzy Warm-Up Show. Ingham County Fairgrounds (South End) 700 E Ash St, Mason, MI. NEW: Daily haul-in available, no charge. Contact Laura McNeil 517.795.7082, or Kara 517.867.9671

MAY 23-27 – MQHA Summer Series. 5 sets AQHA points. AQHA, MQHA, NSBA, NMQHA approved show. Midland County Fairgrounds, 6905 Eastman Ave., Midland, MI. Contact MQHA office 616.225.8211, email: mqha@ hotmail.com or www.miquarterhorse.com

MAY 17-19 – Central MI Horseman’s Assoc. Point Approved Open Show. Shiawassee Co. Fairgrounds, 2900 Hibbard Rd., Corunna, MI. CMHA 989.666.4867 call/text, email: cmha secretary@gmail.com, STALL Reservations: cmhastallres@gmail.com, or www.cmha.info MAY 17-19 – Highland Trail Riders Association Organized Camping Weekend. Friday and Saturday nights, pre-registration required. Visit us online at www.highlandtrailriders.com or find us on Facebook! MAY 17-19 – MI Apple Blossom Classic Open Horse Show. Fri: 7pm, Sat & Sun: 8am start. MSU Pavilion, 4301 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI. Show information or stall reservations call: 517.655.4712, email: rtrainct@aol.com, or Michigan Apple Blossom Classic on Facebook.

MAY 18 – Rockford Equestrian Team Hunter/ Jumper Casual Schooling Show. $10 class, 3 for $25. Montcalm Co. Fairgrounds, 8784 Peck Rd., Greenville, MI. Contact Nedra Harju 616.581.8087, email: harjuhome@gmail.com or email: rhseteam12@gmail.com MAY 18 – Sitting Tall PEP Riding Program for special needs students. Free! 9:30am-1pm, pre-registration required. TLC Equestrian Center, 3807 Gardner Rd., Parma, MI. Visit Facebook or call MSU Extension 517.414.2378 MAY 18-19 – Hadley Hills (CMO) Competitive Mounted Orienteering. MiCMO sanctioned. Ortonville Rec. Equestrian Area, 5779 Hadley Road, Ortonville, MI. OREA Pres., Karen DeOrnellas 913.660.8012, email: kmdeor@ gmail.com, or visit: www.hadleyhills.org

MAY 18 – 10th Annual Free Colt Starting Clinic, Noon to 4pm, bring a chair. Wind Walker Farms, 9204 Valley View Dr., Fenton, MI. Contact Tim Scarberry 810.287.2415, find us on Facebook, www.windwalkertraining.com

MAY 18-19 – MI FQHR Show, 8:30am start. Isabella County Fairgrounds, 500 N Mission Rd., Mt. Pleasant, MI. Contact Wendy Wixson 989.506.1558, email: laramiereed@ yahoo.com, find us on Facebook or visit us online at: www.michigan-fqhr.com

MAY 18 – All Creatures Healing Fair, 11am5pm. Holistic healing arts and psychic for humans and animals. Heavenly Horse Stables, 10866 Cedar Lake Rd., Pinckney, MI. Contact Victoria, email: midnightartists7@gmail.com or online at: www.amidnightartistry.com

MAY 18-19 – Mid MI Dressage Schooling Show 1/2. Online: www.showsecretary.com. Entries close on May 3rd. Rattlewood Farms, 1935 Ray Rd., Oxford, MI. Call 810.656.6094, email: christine.a.young@hotmail.com or visit: http://midmichigandressage.webs.com/

MAY 18 – Capitol Area Open Horse Show Circuit. Hosts Ribbons & Riders 4-H Club, 8:30am start. Ingham County Fairgrounds, 700 East Ash St., Mason, MI. Contact Laura McNeil 517.795.7082 or find us on Facebook.

MAY 18-19 – NLBRA of MI Rodeo, 10am start. Lakeside Arena, 4635 Rathbun Rd., Birch Run, MI. Contact rodeo secretary: Sheila Miller 574.320.4157, email: dewshe@gmail.com, find us on Facebook or at: www.nlbraofmi.com

MAY 18 – Extreme Mountain Trail Course Pay To Play, 1pm start. $20 members, $30 non. HWSC Show Grounds, 3856 61st St., Holland, MI. Email Kris at: yogi-lamb@att.net, visit us online at: www.hollandwestern.net, or find us on Facebook.

MAY 19 – Open Speed Show Series. 12:30 pm start, 6 events, 5 age divisions, plus year end awards. La Arena Solana, 3056 Lee Road (S. of Centerline Road), Saranac, MI. For more information call 616.427.5668

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MAY 24-26 – MJMHA MI All Morgan Horse Show. USEF, USDF, AMHA STAR rated show. MSU Pavilion, 4301 Farm Ln., East Lansing, MI. Contact Mgr: Terra Zimmerman 734.755.9019, Barn Super: Bill Tressler 517.521.3515. Find us on Facebook or visit: www.mjmha.com MAY 24-27 – Sleepy Hollow Trail Riders Assoc. (SHTRA) Camping Weekend. Poker Run, Potluck, campfires. Sleepy Hollow State Park, 7835 E. Price Rd., Laingsburg, MI. Contact Marsha Korrock 517.655.3421, email: mkkorrock@hotmail.com or visit: shtra.org MAY 25 – Kal-Val Teamed Horse Show. Kal-Val Saddle Club, 9853 S. 34th St., Scotts, MI. Contact Shajnett Huffman 269.567.8708, email: huffman.shajnett7@gmail.com or online at: http://www.kalvalsaddleclub.com MAY 25 – Mid-MI Open Horse Show Circuit Tally Ho, 9am, Dbl. Judged. Isabella County Fairgrounds, 500 N. Mission Rd., Mt. Pleasant, MI. Stall/camping reservations call: Jennie at 989.954.5268 or email: jbigelow@gpminvest ments.com or visit www.mmohsc.com MAY 25 – Pine Lake Stables Dressage Show. Glass-Ed, MDC, WDAMI, & Reg. 2 sanctioned. Entries close: May 16. Pine Lake Stables, 12300 Pine Lake Rd., Plainwell, MI. Contact Mary Johnson 269.664.4223, email: equine line@mei.net, or visit www.glass-ed.org MAY 25 – Sitting Tall PEP Riding Program for special needs students. Free! 9:30am-1pm, pre-registration required. TLC Equestrian Center, 3807 Gardner Rd., Parma, MI. Visit Facebook or call MSU Extension 517.414.2378 MAY 25 – WMAHA Community Show. All breed classes, daily high point. 8:30am start. Muskegon County Fairgrounds, 6621 Heights Ravenna Rd., Fruitport, MI. Contact Sherry Nugent 616.446.7429, email: halsa91@aol. com, or visit: www.wmaha.org MAY 25 – Working Equitation Introductory Clinic. Hosted by: Rach Riding Academy. Miracle Ranch, 3380 Morrow Lane, Milford, MI. Contact Karen Rach 586.242.7351 (text okay), or email: kl_rach@yahoo.com WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Show & Event Dates MAY 25-26 – Janet Foy Two Day Clinic at Brilliant Reflection Farm, 490 Rissman Lane, Ortonville, MI. Auditors welcome. Contact Barbra Reis 248.670.9031, or email: blondmane@yahoo.com or online at: www. brilliantreflectionfarm.com or on Facebook.

JUNE 1-2 – Natural Horsemanship Clinic with Tim Hayes, 10am-4pm daily. Auditors welcome, maximum 10 participants. Hopewell Ranch, 6410 W. Leiter Rd., Weidman, MI. Contact Brenda Collins 989.644.5965, email: brenda.hopewellranch@gmail.com.

MAY 25-26 – MI Paint Horse Club Memorial Weekend Bonanza Horse Show. 8am start, APHA and NSBA approved. Ingham County Fairgrounds, 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. Contact Kaitlin Westphal 641.990.6580, email: kaitlin.westphal@gmail.com

JUNE 1-2 – NLBRA of MI Rodeo Year End Finals, 10am start. Tyler’s Arena, (Tom’s Western Store) 8982 East M-21, Ovid, MI. Rodeo secretary: Sheila Miller 574.320.4157, email: dewshe@gmail.com, find us on Facebook or online at: www.nlbraofmi.com

MAY 25-27 – No Joker Poker Ride and Camp Out. OREA hosted campout. Ortonville Rec. Equestrian Area, 5779 Hadley Road, Ortonville, MI. Contact OREA Pres., Karen DeOrnellas 913.660.8012, email: kmdeor@gmail.com, or visit: www.hadleyhills.org

JUNE 1-2 – Under The Sea (CMO) Competitive Mounted Orienteering. MiCMO sanctioned. No experience necessary. Silver Creek Park & Campground, 3900 134th Ave., Hamilton, MI. Contact Vicki 269.244.9913, email: vicki horsley@yahoo.com, or www.nacmo.org

MAY 26 – Welcome Spring Schooling Show. Jumping and Dressage, 9am start. Justamere Equestrian Centre, 56295 Card Rd., Macomb, MI. Call 586.295.1313, email: kathleenbiondo @gmail.com, or visit: www.justamere.info MAY 30-JUNE 9 – MI Trail Riders Association First June Trophy Ride, 11 days. Oscoda to Empire, MI. Contact Al Davis, President: alanddidavis@gmail.com or email: Jan Wolfin, Secretary: mtra.office@gmail.com or visit www.mtra.org

JUNE JUNE 1 – Capitol Area Open Horse Show Circuit Open Show. 8:30am start. Ingham County Fairgrounds (South End) 700 E Ash St, Mason, MI. NEW: Daily haul-in available, no charge. Contact Kara Fleminger 517.894.4074 or Laura McNeil 517.795.7082 JUNE 1 – Kal-Val Pleasure and Speed Show. Kal-Val Saddle Club, 9853 S. 34th St., Scotts, MI. Contact Shajnett Huffman 269.567.8708, email: huffman.shajnett7@gmail.com or online at: http://www.kalvalsaddleclub.com JUNE 1 – Livingston County Horse Comm. Leaders Day 4-H Open Horse Show. Park opens 7:00 am, show starts 8:30 am. Cohoctah Horse Park, 6258 Preston Rd., Cohoctah, MI. Contact Michelle Carnevale 517.376.2859, or email: donaldcarnevale@att.net JUNE 1 – Oakland Co. Open Horse Show, Milford Trail Blazers/Young Riders, 8:30am start. Springfield Oaks County Park, 12451 Andersonville Rd., Davisburg, MI. For showbill visit: www.facebook.com/OC4Hhorsecouncil/ or www.oakgov.com/msu/

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Focusing on FUN & Education – ALL shows are learning based, targeted to beginner and intermediate riders and horses. We pride ourselves on giving fun, useful & memorable awards for class prizes, and high points. BEST LITTLE HORSE SHOWS (Exp. 10/19) Ericka 248.212.8890, erickautz@yahoo.com www.bestlittlehorseshow.com JUNE 1-2 – WMAR Red White & Blue Open Show. Ingham County Fairgrounds, 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. Stall Reservations: Sharon Clark 517.589.9711, email: appaloosastalls@ yahoo.com. Show info call: Amy Schweiger 810.602.8998 or find us on Facebook. JUNE 2 – 2019 Double Crown Open Miniature Horse Club Show. 8:30am start. Open to all. AMHR or AMHA reg. not required. Wolcott Farms, 65775 Wolcott Rd., Ray, MI. Contact Bonnie 810.384.6023, email: missbonnie@ frontier.com, or visit: bwmhc.weebly.com JUNE 2 – Barry County Fuzzy Fun 50/50 Shows (2 of 3). 50/50 pleasure and speed. 9am start, casual dress, year end prizes. Barry County Fairgrounds, 1350 M-37, Hasting, MI. Contact Theresa Ferris 269.721.9961, or 269.838.2308 or email: kherp@mei.net JUNE 2 – Maybury Trail Riders Picnic Ride, 10am-2pm. Fried chicken lunch, games, fun, trails! Meet at the staging area off Beck Road. Maybury State Park, 20145 Beck Rd., Northville, MI. Chris 248.912.5238, email: cris purslow@yahoo.com, mayburytrailriders.org

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JUNE 2 – Open Speed Show Series. 12:30 pm start, 6 events, 5 age divisions, plus year end awards. La Arena Solana, 3056 Lee Road (S. of Centerline Road), Saranac, MI. For more information call 616.427.5668 JUNE 2 – Spur of the Moment Horse Club Show, 8am rain or shine. Woodbine Farms, 9976 Liberty Rd., Chelsea, MI. Camping & Stalls: 517.763.7051 (text preferred), email: jenericacres@gmail.com, or visit us online at www.spurhorseshow.com JUNE 4 – Boots & Bridle 4-H Club Open Show. Entry 8am, show 9am. Tuscola County Fairgrounds, entrance on M-81, next to Pizza Hut, Caro, MI. Contact Amy Kotsch 989.683.3271 or online at: www.tuscolacountyfair.org JUNE 7-8 – Walking Horse Association of MI (WHAM) Michigan Little Celebration. Fri. noon, Sat. 10am. Shiawassee County Fairgrounds, 2900 E. Hibbard Rd., Corunna, MI. Janice 810.610.5002, email: janicebennett222@ gmail.com, walkinghorsemi.wordpress.com JUNE 7-9 – Ranch Horse Assoc. of MI Show. Friday 6pm, Sat & Sun 8am start. Berrien County Youth Fairgrounds, 9122 US Hwy. 31, Berrien Springs, MI. Show info email: blondeltoni@gmail.com, stalls: samholwerda @yahoo.com, or visit: miranchhorse.com JUNE 8 – Glass-Ed Serenity Farm Spring Dressage Show. English & western dressage. L judges. Closing date: May 26. Serenity Farm, 7872 Wilson Ave SW, Byron Center, MI. Contact Janine Holmes 616.723.4122, visit: www.serenity-farm.com or www.glass-ed.org JUNE 8 – Midwest Dressage Association Approved Show. Wyn Farm, 3100 Noble Rd., Williamston, MI. Email: mda.dressageorg@ gmail.com or www.midwestdressage.org JUNE 8-9 – Buchanan Westerners Open Horse Show. Buchanan Westerners Riding Club, Inc., 14665 Mead Rd., Buchanan, MI. Email: buchananwesterners@outlook.com, online at: www.buchananwesterners.com JUNE 8-9 – Great Lakes Buckskin Association Double Judged All Breed Show. 9am start. IBHA, PAC, Open, Mini & Ranch Horse classes. MSU South Barn, 4301 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI. Find us on Facebook or visit us online at: www.glbahorse.org JUNE 8-9 – Mid MI Dressage Schooling Show 3/4. Online: www.showsecretary.com. Entries close on May 24th. Rattlewood Farms, 1935 Ray Rd., Oxford, MI. Call 810.656.6094, email: christine.a.young@hotmail.com or visit: http://midmichigandressage.webs.com/

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Show & Event Dates JUNE 8-9 – Wyn Farm Dressage Schooling Show. English and western dressage. Wyn Farm, 3100 Noble Rd., Williamston, MI. Contact Kealan Millies-Lucke 517.915.8548, email: wynfarmshowseries@gmail.com, or visit: www.wynfarm.com JUNE 9 – Barry County Annual Benefit Open Speed Show Series (2 of 5), 9:30am start. 6 speed events, 6 age groups, daily & year end prizes. Barry County Fairgrounds, 1350 M-37, Hastings, MI. Contact Linda 269.945.3691 or email: ablett0314@sbcglobal.net

JUNE 15 – Holland Western Saddle Club Show. 8:30am start. HWSC Show Grounds, 3856 61st St., Holland, MI. Email Kris at: yogilamb@att.net, visit us online at: www.holland western.net, or find us on Facebook. JUNE 15 – Miniature Horse FUN Show! Park opens 9am, show starts 10am. Show clothes and clipping optional. Cohoctah Park, 6258 Preston Rd., Cohoctah, MI. Livingston County Horse Comm. Contact Michelle 517.376.2859, or email: donaldcarnevale@att.net

JUNE 9 – Cowboy Church, 5pm start. Bring a friend! Horse lovers of all ages and all denominations welcome. Free chuckwagon dinner provided. Victory Ranch, 58191 8 Mile Rd., Northville, MI. Text please: 248.410.4501 JUNE 9 – Hunter/Jumper/Dressage Series Show (1 of 4), 8am start. Justamere Equestrian Centre, 56295 Card Rd., Macomb, MI. Call 586.295.1313, show secretary email: kathleenbiondo@gmail.com, or visit us online at: www.justamere.info JUNE 9 – Woodbine Farm Dressage Show. Midwest Dressage Association approved. Woodbine Farm, 9976 Liberty Rd., Chelsea, MI. Email: woodbinehorseshows@gmail.com, or online at: www.midwestdressage.org

MQHA offers more than 40 AQHA shows, an Annual Tack Sale, Youth Teams, Stallion Service Sale, Futurity, Horseback Riding Program, Scholarship opportunities, great Year End Awards and more! MICHIGAN QUARTER HORSE ASSOC. 616.225.8211 | www.miquarterhorse.com Email: mqha@hotmail.com

JUNE 13-16 – Hunter Jumper Assoc. of MI Show (HJAM). Woodbine Farms, 9976 Liberty Rd., Chelsea, MI. Email: info@hjam.net, online at: www.hjam.net or find us on Facebook.

JUNE 15 – School’s Out Day Camp. Ages 5 & up, 9am-1pm, $100 per child. Riding, grooming, games, pizza & juice served. Brighton Equestrian Club, 7318 Herbst Rd., Brighton, MI. Contact Heather 810.772.7612, email: heather@clubbec.com or www.clubbec.com

JUNE 14 – Livingston County Horse Comm. presents Night Run Series (Gymkhana events). Park opens 6:00 pm, expos start 6:30 pm. Cohoctah Park, 6258 Preston Rd., Cohoctah, MI. Contact Michelle 517.376.2859, or email: donaldcarnevale@att.net

JUNE 15-16 – MI FQHR Show, 8:30am start. Isabella County Fairgrounds, 500 N Mission Rd., Mt. Pleasant, MI. Contact Wendy Wixson 989.506.1558, email: laramiereed@ yahoo.com, find us on Facebook or visit us online at: www.michigan-fqhr.com

JUNE 14-16 – Central MI Horseman’s Assoc. Point Approved Open Show. Shiawassee Co. Fairgrounds, 2900 Hibbard Rd., Corunna, MI. CMHA 989.666.4867 call/text, email: cmha secretary@gmail.com, STALL Reservations: cmhastallres@gmail.com, or www.cmha.info

JUNE 15-16 – Working Equitation Recognized Horse Show. Hosted by: Rach Riding Academy. Miracle Ranch, 3380 Morrow Lane, Milford, MI. Contact Karen Rach 586.242.7351 (text okay), or email: kl_rach@yahoo.com

JUNE 14-29 – MI Trail Riders Association Second June Trophy Ride, 16 days. Empire to Oscoda, MI. Contact Al Davis, President: alanddidavis@gmail.com or email: Jan Wolfin, Secretary: mtra.office@gmail.com or visit www.mtra.org JUNE 15 – Extreme Mountain Trail Course Pay To Play, 1pm start. $20 members, $30 non. HWSC Show Grounds, 3856 61st St., Holland, MI. Email Kris at: yogi-lamb@att.net, visit us online at: www.hollandwestern.net, or find us on Facebook.

JUNE 16 – Open Speed Show Series. 12:30 pm start, 6 events, 5 age divisions, plus year end awards. La Arena Solana, 3056 Lee Road (S. of Centerline Road), Saranac, MI. For more information call 616.427.5668 JUNE 19-21 – Camp Crystal Horse Camp. Hands on horse experience that goes beyond lessons. 9am-4pm, $175 per child, ages 6 & up. Crystal Farms, 15203 C Drive South, Marshall, MI. Call 269.317.3910, email: crystalfarms12 @gmail.com, www.crystalfarmsonline.com

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JUNE 19-21 – Holland Western Saddle Club Grounds Fundraising Event. Egress 5K-10K Backyard Races. HWSC Show Grounds, 3856 61st St., Holland, MI. Email Kris at: yogilamb@att.net, visit us online at: www.holland western.net, or find us on Facebook. JUNE 21 – Livingston County Horse Comm. presents Night Run Series (Gymkhana events). Park opens 6:00 pm, expos start 6:30 pm. Cohoctah Park, 6258 Preston Rd., Cohoctah, MI. Contact Michelle 517.376.2859, or email: donaldcarnevale@att.net JUNE 21-23 – Floral City Open Show Circuit. Friday Tow Home The Money – $1500 added, 6:30pm start. Sat & Sun Open Show. Monroe Co. Fairgrounds, 3775 S. Custer Rd., Monroe, MI. Call Alexis 734.497.7907 or visit https:// monroecounty4-hhorsenpony. webs.com/ JUNE 22 – Best Little Horse Show Series Open Show. 9am start, all breeds, all ages & skill levels. Learning based shows. Equinox Farm, 855 N. Hickory Ridge Rd., Highland, MI. Contact Ericka Utz 248.212.8890, or online at: www.bestlittlehorseshow.com JUNE 22 – Boots & Saddle 4-H Club 47th Annual Open Show. 8:30am start. Ingham County Fairgrounds (South End) 700 E Ash St, Mason, MI. NEW: Daily haul-in available, no charge. Contact Jean Maiville 517.285.7161, text okay, or email: jlmaiville@gmail.com JUNE 22 – Comb & Curry 4-H Open Show. Entry 8am, show 9am. 3 Jackpot classes! Tuscola County Fairgrounds, entrance on M81, next to Pizza Hut, Caro, MI. Contact Kristal Baker 989.660.9064

FREE Show & Event Dates www.saddleupmag.com/calendar.html JUNE 22 – Kal-Val Speed Only Show, 4:30 pm. Kal-Val Saddle Club, 9853 S. 34th St., Scotts, MI. Contact Shajnett Huffman 269.567.8708, email: huffman.shajnett7@gmail.com or online at: http://www.kalvalsaddleclub.com JUNE 22 – Pine Lake Stables Dressage Show. Glass-Ed, MDC, WDAMI, & Reg. 2 sanctioned. Entries close: June 13. Pine Lake Stables, 12300 Pine Lake Rd., Plainwell, MI. Contact Mary Johnson 269.664.4223, email: equine line@mei.net or visit www.glass-ed.org JUNE 22-23 – Mid-MI Open Horse Show Circuit Cowgirl Up, 9am start. Isabella County Fairgrounds, 500 N. Mission Rd., Mt. Pleasant, MI. Stall/camping reservations call: Jennie at 989.954.5268 or email: jbigelow@gpminvest ments.com or visit www.mmohsc.com WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Show & Event Dates JUNE 23 – Buchanan Westerners Judge’s Feedback Show. Buchanan Westerners Riding Club, Inc., 14665 Mead Rd., Buchanan, MI. Email: buchananwesterners@outlook.com, online at: www.buchananwesterners.com

JUNE 29 – Kal-Val Speed Only Show, 4:30 pm. Kal-Val Saddle Club, 9853 S. 34th St., Scotts, MI. Contact Shajnett Huffman 269.567.8708, email: huffman.shajnett7@gmail.com or online at: http://www.kalvalsaddleclub.com

JUNE 23 – Midwest Dressage Association Show at Grosse Point Hunt Club. 655 Cook Road, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI. For info email: info@gphuntclub.com, or mda.dressageorg@ gmail.com. Online at: www.gphuntclub.com or www.midwestdressage.org

JUNE 29 – WMAHA Community Show. All breed classes, daily high point. 8:30am start. Muskegon County Fairgrounds, 6621 Heights Ravenna Rd., Fruitport, MI. Contact Sherry Nugent 616.446.7429, email: halsa91@aol. com, or visit: www.wmaha.org

JUNE 23 – Spur of the Moment Horse Club Show, 8am rain or shine. Woodbine Farms, 9976 Liberty Rd., Chelsea, MI. Camping & Stalls: 517.763.7051 (text preferred), email: jenericacres@gmail.com, or visit us online at www.spurhorseshow.com

JUNE 29 – Wranglers 4-H Club Open Show. Entry 8am, show 9am. Tuscola County Fairgrounds, entrance on M-81, next to Pizza Hut, Caro, MI. Contact Holly Harp 810.358.8477 or online at: www.tuscolacountyfair.org

JUNE 25-26 – Waterloo Hunter/Jumper Show. USEF Heritage Competitions. HJAM & OPHA approved. Waterloo Hunt Club, 11500 Glenn Rd., Grass Lake, MI. Email Jeff: jstommen@ netzero.net, or visit: www.waterloohunt.com JUNE 25-27 – Summer Fun Horse Camp. Ages 5 & up, 9am-1pm, 10 & up 2pm-6pm. $250 per child. Riding, grooming, games and more! Brighton Equestrian Club, 7318 Herbst Rd., Brighton, MI. Kristen 810.772.7612, email: kristen@clubbec.com or www.clubbec.com JUNE 26-28 – 2nd Annual Organized Ride & Cowboy Cookout on Mackinac Island. Contact Mackinac Horsemen’s Assoc. 906.847.8034, email: info@mackinachorses.org, online at: www.mackinachorses.org, or you can find us on Facebook or Instagram. JUNE 27 – MI Dynamometer Assoc. Heavyweight Horse Pull. 7pm start. Lake Odessa Fair, 1640 4th Ave., Lake Odessa, MI. For more on horse pulls visit: www.horsepull.com or www.horsepullresults.com JUNE 27-30 – Hunter Jumper Association of MI (HJAM). Waterloo Hunter Jumper Classic. Waterloo Hunt Club, 11500 Glenn Rd., Grass Lake, MI. Email: info@hjam.net, visit: www.hjam.net or find us on Facebook. JUNE 28 – Tiny Tots Session 3, ages 4-6. Classes Fridays 5:15pm-6:30pm and 6:30pm7:45pm for 6 weeks. Wildwind Equestrian Center, 3935 7 Mile Rd, South Lyon, MI. Call 734.486.7433, or email: wildwindec@gmail. com or online: www.wildwindstable.com JUNE 29 – HVEC Red, White & Blue Show (Formerly Father’s Day Eve show). 9am start. Sponsors: Huron Valley Equestrian Comm. & Saddle Up! Magazine. Milford High School, 2380 Milford Rd., Highland, MI. Contact Sandra 480.235.4820 or www.hvec.info

JUNE 30 – Hunter/Jumper/Dressage Series Show (2 of 4), 8am start. Justamere Equestrian Centre, 56295 Card Rd., Macomb, MI. Call 586.295.1313, show secretary email: kathleenbiondo@gmail.com, or visit us online at: www.justamere.info JUNE 30 – Open Speed Show Series. 12:30 pm start, 6 events, 5 age divisions, plus year end awards. La Arena Solana, 3056 Lee Road (S. of Centerline Road), Saranac, MI. For more information call 616.427.5668 JUNE 30 – Tuscola 4-H Horse Leaders Open Show. Entry 8am, show 9am. Trophies and ribbons to 6th place. Tuscola County Fairgrounds, entrance on M-81, next to Pizza Hut, Caro, MI. Contact Amy Kotsch 989.683.3271 or online at: www.tuscolacountyfair.org

JULY JULY 1-7 – MQHA Harbor Classic, 6 AQHA horse shows! NMQHA approved. NSBA dual approved classes. Mason County Fairgrounds, 5302 West US-10, Ludington, MI. Contact MQHA office 616.225.8211, or email: mqha@ hotmail.com, or www.miquarterhorse.com JULY 3-7 – Great Lakes Equestrian Festival (1 of 6). Hunter Jumper Assoc. of MI approved show. Flintfields Horse Park, 6535 Bates Rd., Willamsburg, MI. Email: info@hjam.net, www.hjam.net, or find us on Facebook.

JULY 5-6 – Ingham County 4-H Leader’s Open Show. Fri: Gymkhana 6pm. Sat: 8:30am start. Ingham Co. Fairgrounds (south end), 700 East Ash St., Mason, MI. Show info. call Debbie 517.488.1340. Stalls: Audra 517.331.0852 or email: audiejane2014@outlook.com

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JULY 5-7 – Central MI Horseman’s Assoc. Point Approved Open Show. Shiawassee Co. Fairgrounds, 2900 Hibbard Rd., Corunna, MI. CMHA 989.666.4867 call/text, email: cmha secretary@gmail.com, STALL Reservations: cmhastallres@gmail.com, or www.cmha.info JULY 5-7 – MI Apple Blossom Classic Open Horse Show. Fri: 7pm, Sat & Sun: 8am start. MSU Pavilion, 4301 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI. Show information or stall reservations call: 517.655.4712, email: rtrainct@aol.com, or Michigan Apple Blossom Classic on Facebook. JULY 6-7 – Buchanan Westerners Open Horse Show. Buchanan Westerners Riding Club, Inc., 14665 Mead Road, Buchanan, MI. Email: buchananwesterners@outlook.com, or online at: www.buchananwesterners.com JULY 6-7 – MI FQHR Show, 8:30am start. Midland County Fairgrounds, 6905 Eastman Ave, Midland, MI. Contact Wendy Wixson 989.506.1558, or email: laramiereed@ yahoo.com, find us on Facebook or visit us online at: www.michigan-fqhr.com JULY 7 – Woodbine Farm Dressage Show. Midwest Dressage Association approved. Woodbine Farm, 9976 Liberty Rd., Chelsea, MI. Email: woodbinehorseshows@gmail.com, or online at: www.midwestdressage.org JULY 8-12 – Youth Horse Camp on beautiful Mackinac Island. Contact Mackinac Horsemen’s Association 906.847.8034, email: info@ mackinachorses.org, visit us online at: www.mackinachorses.org, or you can find us on Facebook or Instagram. JULY 9-12 – Riders Only Horse Camp. All ages, 9am-3pm daily. $400 per person. Bring a sack lunch daily. Last day: hot dog BBQ. Brighton Equestrian Club, 7318 Herbst Rd., Brighton, MI. Contact Kristen at 810.772.7612, email: kristen@clubbec.com or www.clubbec.com JULY 10-12 – Camp Crystal Horse Camp. Hands on horse experience that goes beyond lessons. 9am-4pm, $175 per child, ages 6 & up. Crystal Farms, 15203 C Drive South, Marshall, MI. Call 269.317.3910, email: crystalfarms12 @gmail.com, www.crystalfarmsonline.com JULY 10-14 – Great Lakes Equestrian Festival (2 of 6). Hunter Jumper Assoc. of MI approved show. Flintfields Horse Park, 6535 Bates Rd., Willamsburg, MI. Email: info@hjam.net, www.hjam.net, or find us on Facebook. JULY 13 – Kal-Val Speed Only Show, 4:30 pm. Kal-Val Saddle Club, 9853 S. 34th St., Scotts, MI. Contact Shajnett Huffman 269.567.8708, email: huffman.shajnett7@gmail.com or online at: http://www.kalvalsaddleclub.com WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Show & Event Dates JULY 13 – Mid-MI Open Horse Show Circuit Show, 9am, Double Judged. Isabella County Fairgrounds, 500 N. Mission Rd., Mt. Pleasant, MI. Stall/camping reservations call: Jennie at 989.954.5268 or email: jbigelow@gpminvest ments.com or visit www.mmohsc.com JULY 13 – Midwest Dressage Association Approved Show. Wyn Farm, 3100 Noble Rd., Williamston, MI. Email: mda.dressageorg@ gmail.com or www.midwestdressage.org JULY 13 – Ride For A Cure Benefit Open Show. Entry 8am, show 9am. Tuscola County Fairgrounds, entrance on M-81, next to Pizza Hut, Caro, MI. T-shirts for purchase to show in. Contact Lori Bellor 989.551.5898 or online at: www.tuscolacountyfair.org JULY 13-14 – Extreme Mountain Trail Clinic with Kelly Chapman on the 13th and IMTCA Challenge on the 14th. HWSC Show Grounds, 3856 61st St., Holland, MI. Email Kris at: yogilamb@att.net, or online at: www.holland western.net, or find us on Facebook.

JULY 17-21 – Great Lakes Equestrian Festival (3 of 6). Hunter Jumper Assoc. of MI approved show. Flintfields Horse Park, 6535 Bates Rd., Willamsburg, MI. Email: info@hjam.net, www.hjam.net, or find us on Facebook.

JULY 24-28 – Great Lakes Equestrian Festival (4 of 6). Hunter Jumper Assoc. of MI approved show. Flintfields Horse Park, 6535 Bates Rd., Willamsburg, MI. Email: info@hjam.net, www.hjam.net, or find us on Facebook.

JULY 19-21 – Central MI Horseman’s Assoc. Point Approved Open Show. Shiawassee Co. Fairgrounds, 2900 Hibbard Rd., Corunna, MI. CMHA 989.666.4867 call/text, email: cmha secretary@gmail.com, STALL Reservations: cmhastallres@gmail.com, or www.cmha.info

JULY 26-28 – Ranch Horse Assoc. of MI Show. Friday 6pm, Sat & Sun 8am start. Berrien County Youth Fairgrounds, 9122 US Hwy. 31, Berrien Springs, MI. For show info email: blondeltoni@gmail.com, stalls: samholwerda @yahoo.com, or visit: miranchhorse.com

JULY 19-21 – Floral City Open Show Circuit. Friday Tow Home The Money – $1500 added, 6:30pm start. Sat & Sun Open Show. Monroe Co. Fairgrounds, 3775 S. Custer Rd., Monroe, MI. Call Alexis 734.497.7907 or visit https:// monroecounty4-hhorsenpony. webs.com/

JULY 27 – Best Little Horse Show Series Open Show. 9am start, all breeds, all ages and skill levels. Learning based shows. Equinox Farm, 855 N. Hickory Ridge Rd., Highland, MI. Contact Ericka Utz 248.212.8890, or online at: www.bestlittlehorseshow.com

JULY 20 – Extreme Mountain Trail Course Pay To Play, 1pm start. $20 members, $30 non. HWSC Show Grounds, 3856 61st St., Holland, MI. Email Kris at: yogi-lamb@att.net, visit us online at: www.hollandwestern.net, or find us on Facebook.

JULY 27 – Kal-Val Pleasure and Speed Show, Kal-Val Saddle Club, 9853 S. 34th St., Scotts, MI. Contact Shajnett Huffman 269.567.8708, email: huffman.shajnett7@gmail.com or online at: http://www.kalvalsaddleclub.com

JULY 13-14 – Willow Tree Equestrian Center Dressage Show. Entries close: July 5. GlassEd, & MDC. WDAMI & Reg. 2. Willow Tree Equestrian Center, 61087 34th Ave., Bangor, MI. Call Karin 269.470.5007, email: karinbiele feld@gmail.com, or visit www.glass-ed.org

JULY 20 – Holland Western Saddle Club Show. 8:30am start. Double Judged! HWSC Show Grounds, 3856 61st St., Holland, MI. Email Kris at: yogi-lamb@att.net, visit us online at: www.hollandwestern.net, or on Facebook.

JULY 27 – Oakland Co. Open Show, Horse Council Summer Show, 8:30am start. Springfield Oaks County Park, 12451 Andersonville Rd., Davisburg, MI. For showbill visit: www.facebook.com/OC4Hhorsecouncil/ or www.oakgov.com/msu/

JULY 13-14 – WMAR Red White & Blue Open Show. Ingham County Fairgrounds, 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. Stall Reservations: Sharon Clark 517.589.9711, email: appaloosastalls@ yahoo.com. Show info call: Amy Schweiger 810.602.8998 or find us on Facebook.

JULY 20-21 – Blue Water Miniature Horse Jubilee AMHR Show, 8am start. Midland County Fairgrounds, 6905 Eastman Ave., Midland, MI. Contact Bonnie 810.384.6023, email: missbonnie@frontier.com, or online at: www.bwmhc.weebly.com

JULY 27-28 – Buchanan Westerners Open Horse Show. Buchanan Westerners Riding Club, Inc., 14665 Mead Road, Buchanan, MI. Email: buchananwesterners@outlook.com, or online at: www.buchananwesterners.com

JULY 13-14 – Wyn Farm Dressage Schooling Show. English and Western Dressage Classes. Wyn Farm, 3100 Noble Rd., Williamston, MI. Contact Kealan Millies-Lucke 517.915.8548, email: wynfarmshowseries@gmail.com, or visit us online at: wynfarm.com

JULY 20-21 – Horses For Hope Competitive Mounted Orienteering. MiCMO sanctioned event. Elba Equestrian Complex, 1875 N. Elba Rd., Lapeer, MI. Contact Greg 810.955.9368, email: lweirauch@ hotmail.com, or visit us online at: nacmo.org

JULY 14 – Open Speed Show Series. 12:30 pm start, 6 events, 5 age divisions, plus year end awards. La Arena Solana, 3056 Lee Road (S. of Centerline Road), Saranac, MI. For more information call 616.427.5668

JULY 20-21 – Mid MI Dressage Schooling Show 5/6. Online: www.showsecretary.com. Entries close on May 24th. Rattlewood Farms, 1935 Ray Rd., Oxford, MI. Call 810.656.6094, email: christine.a.young@hotmail.com or visit: http://midmichigandressage.webs.com/

JULY 14 – Spur of the Moment Horse Club Show, 8am rain or shine. Woodbine Farms, 9976 Liberty Rd., Chelsea, MI. Camping & Stalls: 517.763.7051 (text preferred), email: jenericacres@gmail.com, or visit us online at www.spurhorseshow.com JULY 16-18 – Summer Fun Horse Camp. Ages 5 & up, 9am-1pm, 10 & up 2pm-6pm. $250 per child. Riding, grooming, games and more! Brighton Equestrian Club, 7318 Herbst Rd., Brighton, MI. Kristen 810.772.7612, email: kristen@clubbec.com or www.clubbec.com

JULY 21 – Hunter/Jumper/Dressage Series Show (3 of 4), 8am start. Justamere Equestrian Centre, 56295 Card Rd., Macomb, MI. Call 586.295.1313, show secretary email: kathleen biondo@gmail.com or www.justamere.info JULY 21 – Livingston County Horse Comm. presents Night Run Series (Gymkhana events). Park opens 6:00 pm, expos start 6:30 pm. Cohoctah Park, 6258 Preston Rd., Cohoctah, MI. Contact Michelle 517.376.2859, or email: donaldcarnevale@att.net

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JULY 28 – Cowboy Church, 5pm start. Bring a friend! Horse lovers of all ages and all denominations welcome. Free chuckwagon dinner provided. Victory Ranch, 58191 8 Mile Rd., Northville, MI. Text please: 248.410.4501 JULY 28 – Extreme Mountain Trail Course Pay To Play, 9am start. $20 members, $30 non. HWSC Show Grounds, 3856 61st St., Holland, MI. Email Kris at: yogi-lamb@att.net, visit us online at: www.hollandwestern.net, or find us on Facebook. JULY 28 – Open Speed Show Series. 12:30 pm start, 6 events, 5 age divisions, plus year end awards. La Arena Solana, 3056 Lee Road (S. of Centerline Road), Saranac, MI. For more information call 616.427.5668 JULY 29 - AUG 1 – Youth Horse Camp held on beautiful Mackinac Island. Contact Mackinac Horsemen’s Association 906.847.8034, email: info@ mackinachorses.org, visit us online at: www.mackinachorses.org, or you can find us on Facebook or Instagram. WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Show & Event Dates JULY 31 - AUG 2 – Camp Crystal Horse Camp. Hands on horse experience that goes beyond lessons. 9am-4pm, $175 per child, ages 6 & up. Crystal Farms, 15203 C Drive South, Marshall, MI. Call 269.317.3910, email: crystalfarms12 @gmail.com, www.crystalfarmsonline.com

Warner Farms Dealer's Tack Auction: First Thursday of every month, 10am. Lenawee County Fair and Event Grounds, 602 Dean St., Adrian, MI. Call James Warner 517.596. 3028, email: jimbohorse46@frontier.com, or online at: www.lenfair.com

MAY 18 – Tri-State Rodeo Association Speed Show. 2pm start. Gibsonburg Saddle Club Inc. Show Grounds, 961 N. Main St., Gibsonburg, OH. Contact Mary Heaps 419.351.9715, email: tsracontact@gmail.com, or visit us online at: www.tristaterodeoassociation.org

JULY 31-AUG 4 – Great Lakes Equestrian Festival (5 of 6). Hunter Jumper Assoc. of MI approved show. Flintfields Horse Park, 6535 Bates Road, Willamsburg, MI. Email: info@hjam.net, www.hjam.net, or find us on Facebook.

W-H Horse Saddle and Tack Auction: Fourth Saturday of every month. 10am used tack; 1pm horses. Wayland-Hopkins Livestock Auction, 3634 10th St., Wayland, MI. Call Leon, Cal or Tye Casey (269) 945-9398 or online at www.your-auctioneers.com

MAY 18-19 – GLApHC Quad A Rama at the University of Findlay, 14700 US Rte. 68, Findlay, OH. Show Info: Todd 419.306.2259, email: tmcowboy@aol.com. Stalls: Virginia 419.585.5225, email: vwshowhorses@ yahoo.com, or online at: www.glaphc.com

MI WEEKLY EVENTS WEDNESDAYS: Team Sorting Practice at The Orchard Arena. 5:30pm sign-up, 6pm start. $20 per person. 5966 W. Sanilac Rd., Vassar, MI. Call 989.823.3352 or 989.673.3767, email: gwright@centurytel.net or visit us online at www.gwhorsesandtack.com SUNDAYS: Team Sorting Practice at Blue Ridge Stock Farm, N. Latson Rd., Howell, MI. 2pm start, $25 cattle fee, all ages welcome, no experience necessary. Call for information 517.376.1930. Spring through Fall Only.

MICHIGAN AUCTIONS Hay and Straw Auction – Tuesdays 1pm. Lake Odessa Livestock Auction, 3675 Tupper Lake Rd, Lake Odessa, MI. Call 616.374.8213 or www.lakeodessalivestockauction.com Hay Auction: Every Monday at 1pm. WindWalker Farms, 9204 Valley View Dr., Fenton, MI. Call Tim 810.287.2415 Horse and Tack Auction: First Saturday of each month (except July) Tack 2 pm, Horses 6pm. Hay and Straw, plus Farm Related Items Weds. 2:30 p.m. Northern MI Livestock Auction, 1848 N. Townline Rd., Gaylord, MI. 231. 439.5679, northernmichiganlivestock.com Moore's Monthly Horse and Tack Auction: First Saturday of each month, starting at 6pm with tack, horses to follow. Tom Moore Sales, 11771 US Hwy. 223, Onsted, MI. 517.467. 7576, email: sales@tommooresales.com, or online at www.tommooresales.com Moore's Monthly Dealer Tack Auction: 3rd Thursday of every month, starting at 10am. Held at 11771 US Hwy. 223, Onsted, MI. Call 517.467.7576, or email: sales@tommoore sales.com, or visit www.tommooresales.com Hay and Straw Auction: Mondays 3:30pm. Ravenna Livestock Auction, 3265 S. Slocum Road, Ravenna, MI. Call 231.853.5738, online at www.ravennaauction.com

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MAY MAY 4-5 – Chagrin Valley Farms Hunter, Jumper and Academy Schooling Shows. Hunter: May 4, Jumper & Academy: May 5. Chagrin Valley Farms, 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Call 440.543.7233 or visit: www.chagrinvalleyfarms.com/schedule MAY 5 – BHP Introduction to Mountain Trail Obstacle Clinic. 2pm start, $35 adult, $25 youth. Buckeye Horse Park, 9260 AkronCanfield Rd., Canfield, OH. Contact Ashley 330.222.1984, email: ashley.gruber75@ yahoo.com, or www.buckeyehorsepark.org MAY 11 – BHP Trail Challenge. 7:30am registration. Open to all breeds/riding styles. Buckeye Horse Park, 9260 Akron-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH. Contact Ashley 330.222.1984, email: ashley.gruber75@yahoo.com, or visit www.buckeyehorsepark.org MAY 11 – Crazy Woman Ranch Gymkhana Series Show. Registration 8:30am, show starts 9:30am. Year end awards, points at each show. Crazy Woman Ranch, 6450 LancasterCircleville Rd., Lancaster, OH. Contact Joyce Hanes 614.595.1850 or find us on Facebook.

MAY 22-26 – World Equestrian Center May Show #1. OPHA approved. WEC, 4095 OH730, Wilmington, OH. Contact Julie Agar at 248.892.6806, or email: julie.agar@ comcast.net or visit: www.wec.net MAY 23-26 – Brave Horse I National Show. Twin Stables, LLC, 1029 S. County Line Rd., Johnstown, OH. Call 614.885.9475, email: jbrentlinger@mac.com or visit us online at: www.brave-horse.com MAY 25 – Buckeye Horse Park Hunter Show Series, Up and Over approved. Buckeye Horse Park, 9260 Akron-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH. Contact Barb Clifford 330.979.9763, email: bbarbnmickey@aol.com, find us on Facebook or visit: www.upandoverequestrian.net MAY 25-26 – Tri-State Rodeo Association Speed Show Saturday, Performance Show Sunday. Ottawa County Fairgrounds, 7870 OH163 Scenic, Oak Harbor, OH. Contact Mary 419.351.9715, email: tsracontact@gmail. com, or visit: www.tristaterodeoassociation. org/calendar/ MAY 29-JUNE 2 – World Equestrian Center May Show #2. OPHA approved. WEC, 4095 OH-730, Wilmington, OH. Contact Julie Agar at 248.892.6806, or email: julie.agar@ comcast.net or visit: www.wec.net MAY 30-JUNE 2 – Brave Horse II Regional Show. Twin Stables, LLC, 1029 S. County Line Rd., Johnstown, OH. Call 614.885.9475, email: jbrentlinger@mac.com or visit us online at: www.brave-horse.com

MAY 18 – BHP Combined Test. Buckeye Horse Park, 9260 Akron-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH. Contact Ashley 330.222.1984 or email: ashley.gruber75@yahoo.com, or visit www.buckeyehorsepark.org

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MAY 18 – Stoney Ridge Stables OPHA Approved Horse Show. Stoney Ridge Stables, 2010 Reimer Rd., Wadsworth, OH. Contact Jennifer Powell 330.819.8295, email: jlpowell516@gmail.com, or visit us online at: www.stoneyridgestables.com

JUNE 1-2 – Chagrin Valley Farms Hunter, Jumper & Academy Schooling Shows. Hunter: Sat., Jumper: Sun. Chagrin Valley Farms, 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Email: lindajoseph@chagrinvalleyfarms.com or visit: www.chagrinvalleyfarms.com/schedule

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Show & Event Dates OHIO, continued JUNE 1-2 – Tri-State Rodeo Association Speed Show Saturday, Performance Show Sunday. Gibsonburg Saddle Club Inc. Show Grounds, 961 N. Main St., Gibsonburg, OH. Contact Mary Heaps 419.351.9715, email: tsracontact @gmail.com, or visit us online at: www.tri staterodeoassociation.org/calendar/ JUNE 8-9 – Ellrick Farms Schooling OPHA Show. Up and Over approved. Ellrick Farms, 10286 Wilson Mills Rd., Chardin, OH. Contact Susan Lloyd 440.285.4556, email: info@ellrickfarms.com, or visit us online at: www.ellrickfarms.com, or www.opha.org JUNE 8-9 – Tri-State Region USPC Dressage & Show Jumping Rally. Show Jumping: Sat., Dressage: Sun. Buckeye Horse Park, 9260 Akron-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH. Call 330.998.3075, Email: info@tristate.pony club.org, or www.tristateponyclub.org JUNE 8-9 – Tri-State Rodeo Assoc. Annual Speed Show Sat., Performance Show Sunday. Gibsonburg Saddle Club Inc. Show Grounds, 961 N. Main St., Gibsonburg, OH. Contact Mary 419.351.9715, email: tsracontact@ gmail.com, or visit us online at: www.tristate rodeoassociation.org/calendar/ JUNE 9 – Crazy Woman Ranch Gymkhana Series Show. Registration 8:30am, show starts 9:30am. Year end awards, points at each show. Crazy Woman Ranch, 6450 LancasterCircleville Rd., Lancaster, OH. Contact Joyce Hanes 614.595.1850 or find us on Facebook. JUNE 9-13 – University of Findlay Youth Horsemanship School. Advanced riders, ages 12-18. Instructors: Randy Wilson and Clark Bradley. University of Findlay, 1000 N. Main St., Findlay, OH. Contact Carol 419.434.4656, email: brownec@findlay.edu for brochure. JUNE 14-18 – University of Findlay Youth Horsemanship School. Novice/intermediate riders, ages 10-18. Instructors: Randy Wilson and Clark Bradley. University of Findlay, 1000 N. Main St., Findlay, OH. Carol 419.434.4656 or email: brownec@findlay.edu for brochure. JUNE 15 – Stoney Ridge Stables OPHA Approved Horse Show. Stoney Ridge Stables, 2010 Reimer Rd., Wadsworth, OH. Contact Jennifer Powell 330.819.8295, email: jlpowell516@gmail.com, or visit us online at: www.stoneyridgestables.com, or opha.org

JUNE 15-16 – Lake Erie College Dressage Derby, USEF/USDF Recognized. George M. Humphrey Equestrian Center. Cars only: 8031 Morley Rd., Mentor, OH. Trailers: 10145 Pincrest Rd., Painesville, OH. Contact Pam Hess email: phess@lec.edu, or www.lec.edu

JULY 9-14 – 161st Annual Lucas County Fair, and Open Horse & Pony Shows: July 10, noon start. July 11, 10am start, and July 13, 10am start. Located at: 1406 Key Street, Maumee, OH. Email: fairoffice@lucascountyfair.com, or on Facebook, or www.lucascountyfair.com

JUNE 15-16 – Tri-State Rodeo Association Speed Show Saturday, Performance Show Sunday. Wood County Fairgrounds, 900 W. Poe Rd., Bowling Green, OH. Contact Mary 419.351.9715, tsracontact@gmail.com, or at: www.tristaterodeoassociation.org/calendar/

JULY 9-14 – Chagrin H/J Classic Rated Week. Cleveland Metroparks Polo Field, South Chagrin Reservation, Moreland Hills, OH. Contact Phil DeVita 407.619.0891, email: info@chagrinhunterjumperclassic.org, or online at: chagrinhunterjumperclassic.org

JUNE 16 – BHP Ranch Show & Trail Challenge. 7:30am registration. Open to all breeds/riding styles. Buckeye Horse Park, 9260 AkronCanfield Rd., Canfield, OH. Contact Ashley 330.222.1984, email: ashley.gruber75@ yahoo.com or www.buckeyehorsepark.org

JULY 13-14 – Tri-State Rodeo Association Speed Show Saturday, Performance Show Sunday. Wood County Fairgrounds, 900 W. Poe Rd., Bowling Green, OH. Contact Mary 419.351.9715, tsracontact@gmail.com, or at: www.tristaterodeoassociation.org/calendar/

JUNE 16-21 – University of Findlay Eventing Summer Camp. Beginner-Novice and Novice. Sue King, B.A., M.A. instructor. University of Findlay, 1000 N. Main St., Findlay, OH. Call 1.800.472.9502, or visit: https://www.findlay equestrianevents.com/events/

JULY 18-21 – Brave Horse IV National Show. Twin Stables, LLC, 1029 S. County Line Rd., Johnstown, OH. Call 614.885.9475, email: jbrentlinger@mac.com or visit us online at: www.brave-horse.com

JUNE 20-23 – Brave Horse III National Show. Twin Stables, LLC, 1029 S. County Line Rd., Johnstown, OH. Call 614.885.9475, email: jbrentlinger@mac.com or visit us online at: www.brave-horse.com

JULY 20 – Buckeye Horse Park Hunter Show Series, Up and Over approved. Buckeye Horse Park, 9260 Akron-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH. Contact Barb Clifford 330.979.9763, email: bbarbnmickey@aol.com, find us on Facebook or visit: www.upandoverequestrian.net

JUNE 22-23 – Up and Over Hunter Jumper Assoc. OPHA Approved Show. Buckeye Horse Park, 9260 Akron-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH. Contact Barb 330.979.9763, email: bbarbnmickey@aol.com, find us on Facebook or visit: www.upandoverequestrian.net

JUNE 9 – Crazy Woman Ranch Gymkhana Series Show. Registration 8:30am, show starts 9:30am. Year end awards, points at each show. Crazy Woman Ranch, 6450 LancasterCircleville Rd., Lancaster, OH. Contact Joyce Hanes 614.595.1850 or find us on Facebook.

JUNE 22-23 – Tri-State Rodeo Association Speed Show Saturday, Performance Show Sunday. Wood County Fairgrounds, 900 W. Poe Rd., Bowling Green, OH. Contact Mary 419.351.9715, tsracontact@gmail.com, or at: www.tristaterodeoassociation.org/calendar/

JULY 26-28 – Country Heir Farm OPHA approved horse show. 20336 Stark Rd., Fayetteville, OH. Contact Julie Agar 248.892.6806, email: julie.agar@ comcast.net, or online at www.opha.org or visit: www.countryheir.com

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JULY 27-28 – Stoney Ridge Stables OPHA Approved Schooling Show. 2010 Reimer Rd, Wadsworth, OH. Contact Jennifer Powell 330.819.8295, email: jlpowell516@ gmail.com. Visit Stoney Ridge Stables on Facebook or visit: www.opha.org

JULY 5-7 – Chagrin H/J Classic Opening Weekend. Cleveland Metroparks Polo Field, South Chagrin Reservation, Moreland Hills, OH. Contact Phil DeVita 407.619.0891, email: info@chagrinhunterjumperclassic.org, or online at: chagrinhunterjumperclassic.org

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By Dr. Eleanor Kellon | www.uckele.com Acetyl-L-carnitine is a metabolite of L-carnitine, derived from the amino acid L-lysine in a series of reactions which require cofactors of methionine, zinc, iron, vitamin C, niacin and vitamin B6. It is synthesized in the horse's liver, kidney and brain. Carnivores and omnivores have a rich dietary source of carnitine from animal products, but herbivores like horses must make their own supply. Since there's none in their diet, horses can obviously make enough L-carnitine to survive as a species, but supplies may not be optimal for muscular demands, especially since lysine and methionine are the two most commonly deficient amino acids. L-carnitine is essential for the aerobic burning of fats because it acts as a carrier to bring fatty acids across the mitochondria membrane. In normal muscle metabolism, the acetyl-l-carnitine metabolite of Lcarnitine naturally has even more important effects via activation of an enzyme called AMPK: · Helps direct glucose into energy pathways and away from storage as glycogen · Signals the cell to produce more mitochondria · Assists burning of fatty acids · Aids in inhibiting storage of fat · Encourages increased blood supply to muscle This basically mimics the normal effect of exercise on muscle, which makes the muscle level of L-carnitine drop and the level of acetyl-L-carnitine significantly increase. The well documented effects of L-carnitine and acetyl-L-carnitine make it a logical possibility as a supplement for athletically active horses, but it goes beyond just theory. Rivero et al [2002] showed support of the metabolic response to training with supplementation. Sato et al [2015] showed moderation of the serum muscle enzyme release that normally occurs in early training, and less exercise-related muscle pain when supplementation was paired with the antioxidant astaxanthin. Acetyl-L-carnitine is also well documented to protect the myelin sheath surrounding nerve axons and to help preserve normal sensory nerve function. In addition, acetyl-L-carnitine is important for normal semen quality. L-carnitine and acetyl-L-carnitine can be interconverted by the body. If you supplement one form, the other form also increases, but higher levels will be achieved of the one supplemented. Horses have been supplemented with dosages ranging from 10 to 100 mg/kg. An easy to remember dosage that was used successfully in the Rivero study is 1 gram/100 lbs of body weight. Acetyl-L-carnitine is a white crystalline solid that resembles snow. It has a mild odor similar to vinegar. Horses very rarely object to having it added to their feed. Side effects are extremely rare. Mild bloating has been reported on occasion and disappears by splitting the daily dose between two meals. You might consider supplementation for stallions, horses just starting a training program, and horses that may benefit from muscle or nerve support. Uckele Health & Nutrition, maker of CocoSoya®, offers the following supplements that promote muscle support: DL-Methionine, L-Lysine, Acetyl-L-Carnitine, Glycocemic EQ, and U-Balance IR.

By Dr. Eleanor Kellon | www.uckele.com Horses are long day seasonal breeders. Most mares have suppressed ovarian activity which begins in the fall and ends in early spring, but they do not immediately begin normal cycles. The interval between normal cycling and cessation of cycling is called the transition period and lasts approximately 6 to 10 weeks. Here in the continental United States, the transition period usually begins between March and April but may be delayed by older age, low body weight, very cold weather or poor nutrition. During the transition period there will be 2 to 5 "waves" of developing follicles which are either resorbed or remain as large follicles which fail to ovulate. Most mares show no outward sign of cycling or receptivity to the stallion during the transition phase. Others may show estrus, but at irregular intervals that are either longer or shorter than normal. There is really no treatment available or necessary for the transition period in most mares. If you would like to breed your mare, an experienced reproductive veterinarian will be able to follow the follicles by palpation and/or ultrasound to know when your mare is truly ovulating and ready to be bred. Mares that typically show wide swings in behavior with their cycles will begin to show this pattern during the transition period. It may even be exaggerated when follicles reach a large size but fail to ovulate (anovulatory). Some mares with metabolic syndrome have the most difficulty of all. The large anovulatory follicles can cause severe colicy pain. Insulin may rise and is not controlled well by diet. Crests typically enlarge and harden at the same time. Some mares have mammary development and may lactate. The mare can even progress to becoming laminitic. Tincture of time will resolve any transition period issues for most mares. However, when irregular cycling, pain, behavior swings and anovulatory follicles persist, Vitex agnus-castus can help support the natural transition to a normal hormonal balance. Vitex agnus-castus (Chastetree, Chasteberry) fruits/berries act like adaptogens for the reproductive system, helping the mare's body maintain normal function in both the brain and the ovaries. Unlike common hormonal drugs, it does not interfere with function, but assists her to progress to natural, balanced activity. Studies have shown Chasteberry extracts help maintain normal levels of dopamine and the hormones LH and FSH. Using a 5X extract allows you to feed a much smaller volume. Most average size horses will respond to a dose of 3 to 6 grams. Uckele Health & Nutrition offers supplements that mares during cycling and breeding: Chasteberry Extract 5X, Glycocemic EQ, and LaminOX. Dr. Eleanor Kellon, staff veterinary specialist for Uckele Health & Nutrition, is an established authority in the field of equine nutrition for over 30 years, and a founding member and leader of the Equine Cushings and Insulin Resistance (ECIR) group. www.ecirhorse.org Uckele Health & Nutrition, maker of CocoSoya, is an innovationdriven health company committed to making people and their animals healthier. Uckele formulates and manufactures a full spectrum of quality nutritional supplements incorporating the latest nutritional advances. www.uckele.com.

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Clover Toxicity in Horses By Lisa Skylis, Reporter at Large | Email: skylisli@msu.edu While many of us may feel that springtime is still an undelivered promise, the official start of spring means that lush spring pastures are soon to follow. The warmer, wetter weather provides some of the perfect breeding ground for clover and, unknowingly, the fungi and toxins that may come with it. Clover is a nitrogen-fixing plant and, as a feed source, can provide horses with sufficient fiber, protein, and energy to help them meet their daily requirements. The three clovers you would most likely find in your horse's pastures are red, white, and alsike clover. It's when the clover has molded that the horse's ingestion of the plant becomes concerning and potentially threatening to their health. Moldy clover is typically contaminated with a fungus or other toxins that can cause health issues in your horse. The most common fungus to infect clover is Rhizoctonia leguminicol, more commonly known 'black patch' fungus. This fungus can be identified by the bronze to black spots it creates on the stems and leaves of either white or red clover. Black patch fungus thrives during the humid days and colder nights typical of a Michigan late spring and summer. Although the clover plants themselves are non-toxic, the fungus contains a toxin called slaframine. Slaframine is known to stimulate the salivary glands of a horse and, if consumed, leads to an excessive amount of drooling, or 'the slobbers'. While it is a nuisance and rather unpleasant, the slobbering is not life threatening and rarely causes any negative health effects. The toxin slaframine can be found in either pasture or in dried hay. Once identified, the fungus can be effectively destroyed by taking the following steps: first, removing the horses from the infected pastures, second, mowing down the affected spots, and third, possibly using a pasture-friendly broad leaf herbicide to eliminate any remaining signs of fungus. Another clover likely to grow in your pastures as the spring weather continues is alsike clover. Although similar-looking to other clovers, alsike clover can be identified by its flowers which are a darker pink at the base and a lighter pink towards the tip. This clover also lacks the white 'v' mark found on the leaves of both white and red clovers. Unlike the relatively non-toxic red and white clovers, alsike clover is known to cause two more serious conditions in horses: photosensitization and 'big liver syndrome'. The toxin in alsike clover that causes these severe conditions remains unidentified. Photosensitization is when the non-pigmented (pink-skinned) areas of the skin become thickened or reddened. It occurs with shortterm exposure and usually appears to look like sunburn that becomes crusty and may begin to peel. Horses with a darker coat, that remain inside for the day, or are blanketed while outside may not show this more typical symptom. In these cases, photosensitization can present as lesions inside their mouths, diarrhea, and even colic. Long-term exposure to the alsike clover causes 'big liver syndrome' which is the progressive destruction of the liver. The liver becomes damaged from the toxins in the clover and the cells within the liver eventually die as the scarring, or cirrhosis, continues. Clinical signs of liver failure due to alsike clover consumption can include the following: loss of appetite, weight loss, depression, jaundice, colic, MAY 2019 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2019

and death. It goes without saying that if you observe any of these changes in your horse, you should contact a veterinarian immediately because liver failure is often fatal. It's important to reiterate that clover itself rarely causes health issues in horses. The culprit for clover toxicity is the fungi that can grow on the stems and leaves of the moldy plant. That being said, there are several pasture management strategies to prevent health problems from moldy clover. Pastures covered in thick clover could be fenced off during times of high humidity and heavy rainfall. As previously mentioned, thinner areas with clover can be mowed down to increase air flow and hopefully lower the chances of mold. When using clover in hay, allow it more time to dry than you usually would. If you decide to use an herbicide, read all of the information on the label about its application and target only the affected areas. As April showers indeed bring May flowers, some of those blooms may include potential toxins on clovers. With changes in pasture vegetation, you should always be on the lookout for significant clover growth. Pasture management plans should be reviewed annually and particularly if you continue to notice a problem with toxic plant growth. The easiest way to prevent your horses from consuming toxic plants is to know what you grow and watch what your horses eat. Lisa Skylis is an MSU Alumna with a degree in Animal Sciences. She is a horse enthusiast and avid supporter of therapeutic riding. Lisa is a professional freelance writer – inquiries can be sent to skylisli@msu.edu Sources for this article include the following: University of Minnesota Extension, Michigan State University Extension, and the University of Minnesota Midwest Forage Guide.

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www.kentuckyderby.com “And they're off…in the Kentucky Derby!” On the first Saturday in May of each year a spectacular event is held at Churchill Downs Racetrack in Louisville, Kentucky. Since 1875, people from all over the world have watched in awe as fifteen Thoroughbreds raced to see who will win the Kentucky Derby. The Louisville Jockey Club built Churchill Downs Racetrack and established the Derby there, as its permanent home. The Louisville Jockey Club modeled the Derby after a famous race in England called the Epsom Derby. Although, the Epsom Derby was raced at a distance of one and a half miles, and the Kentucky Derby is raced at a distance of one and a quarter miles. The Kentucky Derby is the longest continuous sporting event to be held in the United States. While many fans come to watch the race itself, the Derby has become famous for much more than a world-class horse race. People who attend the Derby come dressed in their spring-themed Sunday best and women love to flaunt their Derby style with creative hats.

HALL OF FAME JOCKEY GARY STEVENS Stevens has won numerous awards and prizes in the horse racing industry, including the George Woolf Memorial Jockey Award in 1996. In 1997, Stevens entered the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame and in 1998, he was voted the Eclipse Award for Outstanding Jockey in the United States.

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A male horse less than 5 years old A stakes race for three-year-old horses Length of 1/8 mile on the racetrack Place near the racetrack where people sit to watch the race Jockey The rider of the horse during the race Length The measurement of a horse from head-to-tail that’s usually used to tell the distance between two horses in a race Purse The total money won from a race Seattle Slew – was an American Thoroughbred Breed of horse used for speed racing Thoroughbred race horse who won Trainer The person who prepares and trains the Triple Crown in 1977 – the tenth the horse for the race of thirteen horses to accomplish the Triple Crown A series of races that three-year-old horses feat. He is one of two horses to have can compete in including the Kentucky Derby, won the Triple Crown while having the Preakness Stakes, & the Belmont Stakes been undefeated in any previous race; Silks The colorful outfit jockey’s wear to show the second was Justify, who won the who owns the horse Triple Crown in 2018 and who is descended from Seattle Slew. Stakes The highest level of race where the purse Visit www.historylink.org for more information. is made up of money from the owners MAY 2019 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2019 (52) WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

SECRETARIAT – AKA Big Red Secretariat was born on March 30, 1970 in Doswell, Virginia. He died on October 4, 1989 in Paris, Kentucky. In March of 1970, a red colt was born from champion bloodlines at Meadow Stables in Virginia. This colt was given the name Secretariat after his owner’s secretary and he began to make Thoroughbred history from his very first races. He was trained by a famous French-Canadian man named Lucien Laurin and his jockey was usually fellow Canadian, Ron Turcotte. Together, the team led Secretariat to win race after race until they qualified to compete in the Kentucky Derby in 1973. On the first Saturday in May of 1973, the largest crowd ever to attend a horse race in North American history gathered to watch Secretariat race. He won the Kentucky Derby by a slim two and a half lengths and set a track record of 1:592/5, which is still unbroken to this day. At the Preakness Stakes, the next leg of the Triple Crown, Secretariat won by two and a half lengths again and again set a track record at an amazing time of 1:53. Before the Belmont Stakes, the final leg of the Triple Crown, Secretariat’s fans were certain that “Big Red” as they called him, would be the winner. And they were right! Secretariat won the Belmont Stakes by a record-breaking thirty-one lengths and set another speed record at 2:24 flat. After winning all three races in a row, Secretariat became the first horse in 25 years to win the Triple Crown. “Big Red” won each race of the Triple Crown in record time and in the process, made his mark as one of the greatest racehorses in history. He passed away in October of 1989 due to complications of laminitis, a common disease of the hoof, and was buried in Paris, Kentucky. While winning his way to the top of Thoroughbred history, Secretariat won his way into America’s hearts. He still is one of the most legendary horses ever to race on the track of the Kentucky Derby and is an American icon of horse racing.

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Career statistics: 21 starts, 16 wins, 3 places, 1 show. Career earnings: $1,316,808. Won Thoroughbred Racing’s Triple Crown in 1973 (Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, Belmont Stakes). In the 1973 Belmont Stakes, he ran the 1½-mile distance in world record time of 2 minutes, 24 seconds. As of June 2018, this record still stands. Inducted into the Racing Hall of Fame in 1974. In the book “Thoroughbred Champions: Top 100 Racehorses of the 20th Century”, published by The Blood-Horse, Inc., he is ranked #2, behind only Man o’ War.

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Mailing Address: 8415 Hogan Rd. Fenton, MI 48430

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www.SpartaChevyTrailers.com

Corner of M-37 & Sparta Ave. 8955 SPARTA AVENUE, SPARTA, MI

Email: spartatrailers@gmail.com Hours: Mon-Thurs 9-8, Fri 9-6, Sat 9-3

2018 CIMARRON 8310 LQ

2019 CIMARRON 4 HORSE GN

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15’ Charger LQ w/6’ Slide Out, 7’7” Tall, Dressing Room, Drop Outback Custom Conversion, 4 H, 15’ Outback Custom Interior, 7’6” Tall, 8’ Wide, Dual Hydraulic Down Feed Doors in Escape Doors. 7’7” Tall, 8’ Wide, Sofa, Cook Top, Sofa & Dinette. Too many options WERM Flooring. Ducted A/C, Awesome Trailer! to list. Call for more info! Jacks, Power Awning, More!

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2019 CIMARRON 2+1 GN

2018 SUNDOWNER 8010 LQ

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All Aluminum, 2 H Straight Load, Dressing Room, Rear Ramp, 7’ 6” Tall.

7’7” Tall, 6’10” Wide, Goodyear Tires, Rear & Side Ramp, Drop Feed Doors, 1’ Added to Floor.

3 Horse, Hickory Interior, Sofa, Recessed Cook Top, Well Equipped Trailer.

3 Horse, 7’7” Tall, 6’9” Wide, 6’5” LQ, Sofa, Fridge, Shower, Stool and Much More!

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FINANCING Available

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$34,900

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$46,791

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Call Jim Kelly or Sara Murphy Today for Your BEST Deal (616) 887-3456 The Vanderhydes are horse tradin’ in Sparta. We take almost anything in trade!

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SOUTH LYON HORSE FARM Why board when you can own a 20 acre horse farm in South Lyon School District? SOUTH LYON – 28 stall barn that has additional room for more stalls or hay storage, an indoor arena (70x170) with observation room and elevated deck, a (40x40) area for lunging or extra hay storage, wash racks, custom tack cabinets and much more. Easy access to US-23. Only 13 miles North of Ann Arbor, located in Northfield Twp. Fantastic opportunity for a business or to have your own private indoor arena and barn! Commercial horse lender available. CALL FOR NEW PRICE!

DEXTER – Secluded property on the Huron River with 296 ft. of river frontage. Property features 3 stall horse barn with paddock, 3 car garage and workshop, and a 3 bedroom home with fantastic views of the river. This property is in the Dexter School district and adjacent land is owned by Huron Clinton Metropolitan to prevent development too close to the Metropark. Great location, and not far from Ann Arbor. OFFERED AT $950,000.

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SUSAN BAUMGARTNER 517-404-6511

645 W. Grand River, Ste. 200, Howell, MI 48843

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FULL SERVICE TO FIND YOUR PLACE. Elaborate Old Mission Estate on 10 Private Acres with outstanding bay, countryside & valley views, shared East Bay frontage. Dramatic open ﬂoor plan, an abundance of windows, architecturally interesting angles. Currently set up for horses w/custom built barn. (1852915) $1,500,000.

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B A Y S H O R E 500 S. Union Street Traverse City, MI 49684

“You’ll feel like you’re on cloud nine when you’re living in your Traverse City dream home or condominium. I’ll help get you there.”

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

Saturday Night Pizza Party Added Money Sweepstakes Classes

MICHIGAN APPLE BLOSSOM CLASSIC 2019 OPEN HORSE SHOWS MAY 17-19

Shows held at the MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI Heather Himelick & Sarah Bradley

JULY 5-7

SEPT. 20-22

Jennifer Goss & Dawn Clason

Brian Craig & Brad Luebben

Show/Stall Information: rtrainct@aol.com or 517-655-4712 • Find Us On Facebook: Michigan Apple Blossom Classic 7 PM Friday Trail Classes 53-57 • 8 AM Saturday/Sunday Classes 1-52 • Arrival Starting 12 Friday – NO EARLY ARRIVALS 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)

Sweepstakes Halter Open – $100 Added Mares at Halter All Ages Gelding & Stallions at Halter All Ages Quarter Horse Halter Stock Horse Color Breed/Other Halter Grand and Reserve Champion Halter Two Year Old & Under Longe Line ** Pee Wee Showmanship 12 & Under ** Showmanship Walk/Trot 13 & Over ** Sweepstakes Showmanship – $100 Added Showmanship 13 & Under Bemer Therapy Showmanship 14-18 by Anne Horses, Dogs & People Showmanship 19-34 Showmanship 35 & Over Showmanship 50 & Over Lead Line 6 & Under # Pee Wee Hunt Seat Pleasure 12 & Under ** Pee Wee Hunt Seat Equita on 12 & Under ** Hunt Seat Equita on Walk/Trot 13 & Over ** Sweepstakes Hunt Seat Equita on Open – $100 Added Hunt Seat Equita on 13 & Under Hunt Seat Equita on 14-18 Hunt Seat Equita on 19-34 Hunt Seat Equita on 35 & Over Piers Feed & Precision Ag Services Hunt Seat Equita on 50 & Over Country Store Sweepstakes JR Hunt Seat Pleasure 5 & Under $100 Added Hunt Seat Pleasure Walk/Trot 13 & Over ** Hunt Seat Pleasure 13 & Under Hunt Seat Pleasure 14-18 Hunt Seat Pleasure 19-34 1-800-461-8898 | SmartPak.com

Age of rider as of January 1, 2019. Horse age as of December 31, 2019. # May not show in any other classes. ** Walk/Trot rider or Novice horse may not show in any canter/lope classes. @ May cross enter pleasure age group classes. Sweepstakes: Money Added + 50% Entry Money. Paid Out 40-30-20-10 Trail Classes 53-57 run Friday Evening ONLY. Classes entered at the gate will be subject to an entry fee of 1½ class fee. Please make all entries at office to avoid this additional charge. Must Be PRESENT to win September random drawing awards. Year End High Point eligibility requires min. of 4 shows & High Point Fees. CLASS FEES $6 All Ages ($9 if entered @ gate) All Stalls $50 (All horses must be stalled) $10 Sweepstakes ($15 if @ gate) Camping – $30/Night Daily High Point Fee $5 Office Fee for EACH Horse/Rider $10 * Valid driver’s license MUST accompany ALL checks & credit cards *

30) Hunt Seat Pleasure 35 & Over 31) Hunt Seat Pleasure 50 & Over 32) Sweepstakes SR Hunt Seat Pleasure 6 & Over $100 Added 33) Pee Wee Western Pleasure 12 & Under ** 34) Pee Wee Western Horsemanship 12 & Under ** 35) Walk/Trot Western Horsemanship 13 & Over ** 36) Sweepstakes Western Horsemanship Open – $100 Added 37) Western Horsemanship 13 & Under 38) Western Horsemanship 14-18 39) Western Horsemanship 19-34 40) Western Horsemanship 35 & Over 41) Western Horsemanship 50 & Over 42) Sweepstakes JR Western Pleasure Open – $100 Added 43) Walk/Trot Western Pleasure 13 & Over ** 44) Western Pleasure 13 & Under 45) Western Pleasure 14-18 46) Western Pleasure 19-34 47) Western Pleasure 35 & Over 48) Western Pleasure 50 & Over 49) Sweepstakes SR Western Pleasure 6 & Over – $100 Added 50) NOVICE HORSE Walk/Trot Pleasure OPEN ** 51) Ranch Horse Riding Open @ 52) Western Riding Open FRIDAY EVENING ONLY – TRAIL CLASSES DOCK CO 7 PM START TIME 53) Sweepstakes Trail Open $100 Added 54) Trail 19 & Over 55) Trail 18 & Under 56) Walk/Trot Trail ** 57) In Hand Trail 2 & Under

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Returned/NSF Check or Credit Card $35 fee in addition to bill. Major Credit Cards Accepted–3.75% convenience fee. NO REFUNDS for dropped/missed classes or early pull outs – PLEASE plan accordingly. NO smoking allowed. ALL dogs must be leashed. Show management reserves the right to cancel, combine, divide classes or shows, or refuse any entry, check, or tab. Fees are subject to change without notification. Judge’s decision is final. WARNING: Russell Training Center LLC and/or individuals assisting at these events shall not be individually or collectively responsible for any loss, damage, or injury to any person(s), horses (s) or property in connection with this event. Michigan Equine Activity Liability Act 1994 PA 351; An equine professional is not liable for an injury to or the death of a participant in an equine activity resulting from an inherent risk of the equine activity. Completion of the Entry Forms for these events constitutes waiver of liability beyond the provisions of this act and such waiver shall be valid and binding.

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Palm Partnership Training™

Working At Liberty By Lynn Palm | www.lynnpalm.com What is working at liberty? It is a ground-training tool to train and exercise the horse where he is free to move and respond to your voice and longe whip commands, within a safe, enclosed area like a paddock. This type of training and handling will make your horse easier to train in the future and more enjoyable to be around. The lessons have direct application and benefit to under saddle work. The time you spend in groundwork lessons should pay off in increased respect and confidence from your horse. Working at liberty is sometimes called “free longing” since the horse is exercising free from a longe line. No matter what it's called, liberty work has several important benefits including being: 1) An excellent conditioning exercise – much better than continuous circling the horse on a longe line or in a round pen which can stress his joints because he will be able to go straight as well as turn through corners. This keeps him from becoming bored/stale. 2) A great way for your horse to learn voice commands – because you will not be in physical contact with the horse, he will learn to respect and react to your voice. You will use voice commands to encourage him to change gaits, speed, and stop. 3) A way to “read” the horse's temperament and personality – because you will be observing the horse moving freely from a ground perspective you see his response to being asked to move through different gaits and his reactions to these commands. 4) A great way to evaluate a horse's athleticism – because of your perspective on the ground and ability to see his/her movement. You don't need any fancy tools or expensive equipment. The horse should be outfitted with a well fitting halter, a longe line or lead, and leg protection such as polo wraps. I prefer conducting this lesson in a medium to large size indoor or outdoor paddock or arena, rather than a round pen. It should have a fence at least 4 foot high to give the horse more security. The footing should be soft, but not deep. A grassy surface is fine as long as it is not wet and slippery. Find someone to help you introduce liberty work to your horse. It will be much easier, especially if you will be working in a larger sized paddock. I will introduce this lesson using a helper who will assist me. Next month I will explain how to work at liberty if you are alone. Let's review the proper use of the whip since it is such an important tool for work at liberty. For the lesson each handler needs a longe whip. The whip is an extension of the handler's arm. It is carried in the left hand, if the horse is tracking or moving to the right, and vice versa. The handler holds it with arm outstretched to the side, not behind her. The whip is only used to encourage the horse to move forward WHILE a voice command is given to reinforce the “go forward” command, as needed. Here is the progression to use with the whip to ask the horse for forward movement. When the tip of the whip is held down touching the ground, it is inactive and not asking for a response from the horse. When the whip is extended in height, gradually to a point approaching 45-degrees overhead, it means move forward. If more response is needed, swing the whip toward the horse's hip with just a “breaking” of the wrist to ask him to move forward. If more response is needed, use the same action but snap the whip. This is MAY 2019 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2019

the most aggressive way to use it. Handlers commonly use the whip in an “up and down” motion. This is not effective for the horse because you are not using the action of the tool (the whip) towards him. Working at Liberty – Phase I: Handler's Position I'm going to break down the explanation of working at liberty into the steps that you should follow each time you use this training tool. The first phase is properly positioning the handlers and releasing the horse so he can relax and warm up. Start by mentally dividing the paddock or arena you will be using in half, the long way. The correct position for handlers will be to stand at either end of the paddock close to or on the centerline throughout the lesson. The handlers will work on this line to keep the horse moving forward and in one direction. Staying on this imaginary line also helps handlers to avoid the temptation of chasing the horse around the paddock's perimeter. Ask your helper to stand on the centerline at one end of the arena, approximately 10-15 feet away from the fence line. Allow enough distance so the horse feels comfortable and will willingly pass between the fence and the handler. Once the handler is in place, lead your horse down to the other end of the arena and ask him to “whoa”. Drop your whip, coil any excess longe line in your hand as you walk toward the horse and prepare to release the longe line from his halter. In the next article, we'll move on to Phase II of liberty work training – releasing the horse and relaxing him through liberty work. Until then, follow your dreams…Lynn Palm

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