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Horse Diseases By Valley Vet Supply | www.ValleyVet.com Are you aware of the core and risk-based equine diseases that could be threatening your horse's health? Learn about core equine diseases. Every horse, every spring deserves to be protected against the five core equine diseases, which include: Eastern equine encephalomyelitis (EEE) and western equine encephalomyelitis (WEE), Rabies, Tetanus and West Nile Virus. Why do experts recommend horses be vaccinated against these five diseases? All horses can be exposed to wildlife and mosquitoes that transmit core equine diseases. Core vaccinations are recommended for all horses because the diseases are prevalent; highly infectious; have the potential to cause serious disease or death; pose a threat to human health; or are required by law. The core vaccination guidelines were created by the American Association of Equine Practitioners, the leading group of equine veterinarians. Eastern and Western Equine Encephalomyelitis Eastern equine encephalomyelitis (EEE) and western equine encephalomyelitis (WEE) are viral diseases that attack your horse's nervous system. The risk of exposure to the virus varies from year to year with changes in the distribution of mosquitoes as well as birds and rodents that serve as virus reservoirs, but all horses are potentially at risk. West Nile Virus West Nile virus causes inflammation of the central nervous system. Transmitted by mosquitoes, which feed on infected birds, horses are at the highest risk for contracting West Nile virus during peak mosquito season occurring July through October in the United States. Because the virus has been identified in the entire continental United States, as well as Mexico and Canada, all horses are considered at risk. Rabies This equine neurologic disease is caused by a virus in the saliva of infected animals, usually transmitted through a bite. Once inside the horse, the rabies virus travels up the nerves to the brain, where the disease progresses rapidly and is always fatal. As a zoonotic disease, rabies presents a risk of disease transmission to humans. Annual vaccination is critical to help protect horses and those who care for them. Tetanus All horses are at risk for developing tetanus, a potentially fatal bacterial disease caused by Clostridium tetani. Present in the intestinal tract and feces of horses, other animals and humans, the bacteria can be abundant in the soil. Bacterial spores can survive in the environment for years, creating a constant risk for horses, as well as people. Learn about common risk-based equine diseases. If your horse falls into any of the categories outlined below, he may benefit from vaccinations against risk-based diseases, such as equine influenza, equine herpesvirus (rhinopneumonitis), leptospirosis, strangles and Potomac horse fever. • Younger than 6 years old • Older than 15 years old • Stabled in a boarding barn • Travels off-property • Stabled with horses that travel off-property OCTOBER 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020

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Sour Horse Syndrome By Kentucky Equine Research Staff | www.ker.com Serenity streams from the old mare's eyes. A pillar of patience, she stands in the crossties for hours as currycombs circle and dandy brushes flick her dark coat. Her long, wavy mane and tail, thick and resilient, have withstood thousands of brush strokes and impromptu braids. Over the years, her chestnuts have been tugged at and twisted; her hooves picked, poked, and prodded. Through it all, for nearly three decades, sound legs, broad loin, and steady, smooth gaits have provided a safe haven for beginner riders. Now, her muzzle silvered and her cheeks sunken, she is less saint and more shark under saddle. Stoic for saddling, cinching, and bridling, her demeanor changes as her charge mounts. Once alert and inquisitive, the mare's ears swivel back, tense and annoyed through the entire ride. Her tail, which the old mare carried happily for years, now holds a kink and swishes spitefully. The mare's lips purse at the subtlest of aids. What has caused this swap from sweet to sour? As horse owners, we know that sourness eventually descends on many horses, not just elderly school horses or overtired show horses. Why do horses become sullen? What makes a pleasant companion turn into a crotchety, unpredictable source of pinned ears, wringing tail, and unwillingness? One of the most common explanations of sourness involves physical discomfort. A comprehensive examination by a veterinarian may help locate the source of pain. In the search for an origin of sourness, four potential points of interest deserve close scrutiny. Dental problems. Problems with teeth are often at the root of a changed personality. The roster of potential dental troubles is long: presence of wolf teeth that interfere with bitting; fractured or misshapen teeth; sharp points that can press into the cheek, making chewing and bit-carrying painful; loose teeth that contact the bit, creating a vibratory sensation; or other issues. As horses grow old, they may require more than an annual once-over, especially as teeth loosen in advance of falling out. Work with a competent dentist or a veterinarian with experience in treating dental disorders to ensure the mouth is healthy and sufficiently comfortable to carry a bit and chew normally. Tack suitability and fit. The weal and woe of a horse's disposition under saddle or in harness often hinges on the comfort of the equipment chosen for him. An experienced saddle-fitter can fine-tune the fit of a saddle, taking into account the conformational contours of a horse or pony. Or, if the saddle is entirely unsuitable for a horse, the saddle-fitter can suggest an alternative, noting the features of a saddle that would complement the horse. Choosing an appropriate saddle often means selecting a model that defies current trends. Consider also that fit may change with variations in condition and muscling; a saddle that fit in previous years may no longer be suitable as fitness and condition changes. While saddle pads can alter saddle fit somewhat, they should not be relied upon to rectify significant deficiencies in fit. A sore mouth from an ill-fitting bit can cause sufficient irritation to trigger sourness. Look for signs of soreness, including small wounds at the corner of the mouth or redness of gums. Have a professional double-check sizing and adjustment of any piece of tack that might be causing pain. Chronic lameness. Most horsemen can recognize the signs of moderate to severe lameness. Head-bobbing is a reliable indicator of lameness, as are shortening of stride, stiffness, reluctance to OCTOBER 2020 â&#x20AC;˘ C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ÂŠ2020

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Saddle Up! Magazine News Briefs American Association of Equine Practitioners AAEP CONVENTION & TRADE SHOW GOES VIRTUAL THIS DECEMBER The American Association of Equine Practitioners announced that the 2020 AAEP Annual Convention & Trade Show, originally scheduled for December 5-9 in Las Vegas, Nevada, will take place instead as a virtual event. The ongoing Covid-19 pandemic and the potential safety risks to AAEP members, staff, exhibitors and others attending necessitated the change. The newly envisioned AAEP Virtual Annual Convention & Trade Show will include many of the popular elements which have brought equine veterinarians together annually for nearly seven decades: peer-reviewed education; camaraderie with colleagues; and connection to Trade Show exhibitors from all sectors of the veterinary market. The exact dates for December’s Virtual Convention & Trade Show and the schedule of sessions and events will be announced soon. The educational program will offer a blend of live and on-demand sessions, ensuring practitioners can conveniently earn CE hours based on their personal schedules. “The AAEP Convention is not only an educational experience but an important gathering for our close-knit community of Horse Doctors,” said AAEP President Dr. David Frisbie. “While we may not be together in the same city this year, the Virtual Convention promises to offer the connection that so many of us are seeking after the disruption of 2020.” Registration for the Virtual Annual Convention & Trade Show opened in September and offers a different pricing structure than the in-person event. Those who have already registered for Las Vegas will be contacted by AAEP staff. Visit www.aaep.org/meetings for convention updates. Please contact the AAEP office (859) 233-0147 or email: aaepoffice @aaep.org with questions about the event. About AAEP: The American Association of Equine Practitioners, headquartered in Lexington, KY, was founded in 1954 as a non-profit organization dedicated to the

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AHC VETS CONGRESSIONAL INCUMBENTS ON CONSENSUS ISSUES, SPOTLIGHTS TEN CHAMPIONS As the 2020 election approaches, the American Horse Council (AHC) has analyzed 24 pro-industry bills that have moved during the 116th Congress. After reviewing leaders of priority legislation, AHC identified a sample of ten congressional champions, listed below, who are actively advocating on behalf of the industry. Examples of issue areas where the “top ten” have built a track record of leadership include consensus issues such as animal welfare, Equine Assisted Activities & Therapies (EAAT), guest worker visa flexibility, tax, public trails access, and electronic logging device (ELD) flexibility. Although the “top ten” provide insights into the geographic and political diversity of proindustry lawmakers, AHC does not intend the list to be a comprehensive “roll call” of lawmakers who have helped the industry. That said, the “top ten” provide perspectives on candidates that industry Political Action Committees (PAC) and individual horsemen and women should consider while reviewing campaign contributions during the current election cycle. While using sponsorship of key bills as a metric has proven helpful to identify a preliminary pool of champions this fall, AHC plans to explore expansion of the methodology to develop a more formal “scoring” system to provide a broader perspective on which lawmakers have built a track record of promoting the industry. Other metrics may include, but not be limited to, an incumbent’s voting record on priority legislation, active service on the Congressional Horse Caucus, and a demonstrated willingness to participate in horse industry events. Because a new congress will convene in January, the industry will have the opportunity to evaluate lawmakers as the session moves forward. OCTOBER 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020 (14)

Although AHC has emphasized legislative sponsorship as its primary metric for the top ten, other factors also had an impact. These include membership on key committees, such as appropriations and agriculture, and leadership roles within the Congressional Horse Caucus. Below is a list of ten congressional incumbents that the industry should consider supporting: Rep. Andy Barr (R-KY) – Among his many contributions to the horse industry, Congressman Barr has become the face of federal EAAT programs. His equine portfolio is diverse, ranging from service as Congressional Horse Caucus co-chair, to taking the lead on tax legislation that grows the industry's contributions to the economy. Sen. Susan Collins (R-ME) – This New England centrist is not only a “deciding vote” for big ticket legislation such as tax, but she is also a reliable champion on a variety of horse industry priorities. These include H2B guest worker flexibility, ELD flexibility and trails legislation. Collins also maintains a long-standing “open door” policy with “Down East” horse enthusiasts, recognizing that many of the issues benefitting the outdoor industry also benefit the equine sector. Sen. Steve Daines (R-MT) – As a western lawmaker who champions most of the horse industry's "outdoors" and trail priorities, Sen. Daines' support for the industry extends to ELD flexibility and the PAST Act. The senator's well-rounded portfolio of support for legislation favored by the equine sector makes him a natural partner. Sen. Cory Gardner (R-CO) – Mr. Gardner was the chief sponsor of the landmark “Great American Outdoors Act.” This Colorado senator lobbied Leader McConnell to secure scarce floor time for a historic trails and conservation bill during a time when pandemic-relief legislation monopolized lawmakers’ time. Mr. Gardner faces a tough election this fall and deserves support. Rep. Raul Grijalva (D-AZ) – As chairman of the House Natural Resources (HNR) Committee, this western lawmaker serves as a gatekeeper for most of the industry’s trails and recreation priorities. Chairman Grijalva also has a track record of promoting outdoor activities, including sponsorship of Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) legislation and support for the “Great American Outdoors Act.” WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Saddle Up! Magazine News Briefs AHC CONGRESSIONAL CHAMPS, cont. Rep. Collin Peterson (D-MN) – As Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee and Congressional Horse Caucus member, Mr. Peterson has proven to be a reliable ally on key farm bill issues. The horse industry hopes to continue a productive relationship with Chairman Peterson, who faces a tough re-election in November. Rep. Dutch Ruppersberger (D-MD) – A long-time member of the Congressional Horse Caucus, Mr. Ruppersberger serves on the appropriations committee and consistently takes the lead on H-2B guest worker visa flexibility. Rep. Glenn Thompson (R-PA) – The 2019 winner of the Rolapp Award underscores GT's strong track record of support for the horse industry. His portfolio of recent causes taken up on behalf of the sector includes robust funding of livestock programs and favorable statutory definitions in the farm bill. The horse industry can always count on this effective advocate on the House Agriculture Committee. Rep. Paul Tonko (D-NY) – As a long-time co-chair of Congressional Horse Caucus, Mr. Tonko keeps an open-door policy to members of the horse sector. The congressman's regular participation in equine events makes him recognizable to large segments of the industry. Sen. Mark Warner (D-VA) – This Virginia lawmaker and ex-governor has not only led efforts for the PAST Act in the Senate, but has also supported trails initiatives and veterans' legislation that promotes EAAT. To illustrate the survey nature of the top ten, it's worth noting that Rep. Kurt Schrader (DOR), who is the 2020 recipient of the Rolapp Award, does not appear on the above list. However, Mr. Schrader’s championship of the PAST Act, and overall accessibility to various segments of the horse industry deserves acknowledgment.

MHC 2020 VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR This year's Michigan Horse Council Volunteer of the Year award goes to an individual that has played a unique role in the development of the Michigan Horse Council, as well as Michigan Trails. Through adversity,

growth, and accomplishments this individual has continued to be at the fore-front with an unwavering willingness to help. The Michigan Horse Council is proud to award the 2020 Volunteer of the Year award to Sue Armstrong. Sue’s initial involvement with the equine industry started with the Michigan Trails and riding for the past 30 years. At the age of 35, Sue would own her first horse. Her dream was to always camp and ride with her horses and husband and this was achieved through the Michigan Trails. Sue has been the President of the Pinckney Trail Riders Association for the past 10 years. Her passion for trails has been driven by seeing improvements and advances with the facilities of trails throughout the State. Throughout the past ten years, Sue has become more involved with the Michigan Horse Council with recently serving as a board of director, as well as currently serving as treasurer. Sue has been very active with the Michigan Horse Council through implementing modern accounting programs. Through the implementation of these programs it will set the MHC up for future success. Her passion for the Horse Council is driven by the cohesive voice that the MHC has to provide within the equine industry along with the benefits it provides to the individuals within the industry such as trails, scholarship opportunities, and various other segments. Sue is thankful for all the individuals that have done so much and would like to specifically thank Colonel Don Packard and Jean Ligon for their continued leadership and wealth of knowledge that has been provided to the MI Horse Council. Sue is also greatly appreciative for all industry partners that have influenced her success. Sue would like to thank her husband of 41 years, Ray Armstrong for his continued partnership and supporting her through all the various projects. Congratulations to Sue Armstrong, 2020 MHC Volunteer of the year! Visit www.michiganhorsecouncil.com

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PONY CLUB OFFERS TEACHING RESOURCES FOR BARN, CLASSROOM & ONLINE USE The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. has been teaching riding and horse care since 1954, and during recent years has expanded to offer more learning and membership opportunities than ever before. The Professional Membership option is available to any equestrian instructor, professor, teacher or educator who is interested in ready-toteach educational materials for their students and clientele. “We know our traditional Pony Club and Riding Center models don't always fit the needs of those who are interested in accessing the many educational resources available through Pony Club,” said Karol Wilson, USPC Director of Member Services and Regional Administration. “Our Professional Membership option is a great way to make teaching easier and customize the edu-cational package that is best for you and your students, with complete course curriculum for the classroom or the barn.” Now more than ever, there is a demand for educational opportunities that can be tailored to different learning situations. A USPC Professional Membership offers flexible solutions for equine education with or without access to horses. Lesson plans can be modified to teach students at every skill level, with organized, easy-to-understand lesson plans. A USPC Professional Membership includes a variety of Pony Club instructional resources: an online profile, organized lesson plans, the Pony Club IQ (an interactive, online informational tool), bi-weekly ENews, and educational webinars. In addition, Professional Members may purchase educational packages providing access to comprehensive materials to help teach basic horse care and riding skills. Packages include Achievement Badge guides and student workbooks, introductory level certification materials and complementary emembership for students, and teaching resources for classroom use. Pricing and additional details can be found online. Please visit www.ponyclub.org for more information or how to join today. WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

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What is an Online Virtual Horse Show? Reprinted with permission from www.foxtroturbane.com Virtual online horse shows have a lot of advantages, but participants need to know what those are, along with the challenges that go with virtual online horse shows. Virtual online horse shows have been around for a while, with Interdressage being one of the first to provide this opportunity for horse owners. Missouri Fox Trotter owner and Foxtrot Urbane member Michelle Last shares what she has learned about showing in virtual online horse shows with her horse Nap Time. Michelle Last owns Missouri Fox Trotter horse Nap Time, otherwise known as Henry. Michelle purchased this Missouri Fox Trotter as a two year old. She was looking for a strong versatility horse. Michelle wanted a Missouri Fox Trotter that could canter, do flying lead changes, spin, stop and do whatever she asked him to do. Michelle wanted people to see that gaited horses are capable of doing all of this well. Their first big competition was at the Missouri Fox Trotting Horse Breed Association (MFTHBA) World Show and Celebration in Ava, Missouri. Nap Time competed as a three year old and earned the honor of Open Amateur World Grand Champion Versatility Horse. Michelle says that Nap Time continues to improve and looks forward to continuing on with that success to promote him and the Missouri Fox Trotting breed. Virtual online horse shows are exactly what they say they are, a judged equestrian event online. Michelle is participating in several online virtual horse shows. Here are some things she feels you should know ahead of time about online virtual shows. • Have reasonable fees • The patterns and directions are posted online • Patterns are very similar to what you would see at a normal horse show • Most patterns have added directions for camera placement and don’t require the use of the entire arena • To enter an online virtual show you will need to film your classes according to the show rules • Set up your online virtual show in an area that is flat and has good lighting • Use a device for filming that is reliable and can take good footage • Once the video is complete, it should be uploaded according to directions from the show manager OCTOBER 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020

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Virtual Online Horse Show Positives • You have time to fix any problems in a stress free environment of your own barn • Working in a familiar environment • Choose the day you compete • Time to memorize the patterns • Become a better rider Potential Problems for Virtual Online Horse Shows • Finding someone to help you film your class • Finding a good place to film your class • Technology • Problems with online registrations and class payments • Over practicing • Not having access to a reliable internet connection • Unforseen problems

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Online Virtual Horse Show, con nued What is Foxtrot Urbane? Foxtrot Urbane is an organization that was founded for the promotion of the Missouri Fox Trotter Horse along with recognizing, supporting, promoting, and recording, many disciplines of the horse and its abilities. When you look at the definition of urbane, you will see words like balanced, courteous, elegant, genteel, gracious, mannerly, poised, polished, polite, refined, smooth, sophisticated, suave, well-bred, and well mannered. These words all describe the Missouri Fox Trotter horse and the organization Foxtrot Urbane represents. Foxtrot Urbane promotes and stands for each of these traits with the horse along with each of the members. Call 417.986.6473 or email: tellyourstory@foxtroturbane.com Online at: www.foxtroturbane.com

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Michelle spoke with a couple of judges who have judged virtual online horse shows and even set them up and helped organize them. Michelle asked for advice to be able to share with future competitors, here is what they said: • Ask questions of your show manager • Watch spacing between your cones and poles • Make sure you have reliable video equipment • Prepare just as you would for a normal show • Do NOT over practice your patterns Judges agreed there were things they looked forward to regarding online virtual horse shows, here are some of them. • Providing constructive feedback and giving riders the opportunity to re-watch a class • Seeing riders gain confidence and grow Virtual online shows provide another opportunity for horse owners who are interested in competing in events. These shows are continuing to grow and are helping to provide equine enthusiasts another avenue to show off their horse. ~ Michelle Last

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Spread the Word Manure Spreader Selection Made Easy By Lisa Kiley | www.cashmans.com A manure spreader can be a great tool for anyone who has horses. When properly utilized, it can make cleaning stalls a less daunting chore and can help turn a waste product into a helpful additive for pastures and fields. There are some questions you should consider when determining what spreader will work best for your farm. Choosing the right spreader and using it correctly can make managing manure a much easier task. Size. The size of the manure spreader you need usually depends on how many horses you are cleaning up after. Horses produce an average amount of waste per day, so it is a good indicator of the size of unit you will need because that waste can be converted into cubic feet or bushels. Smaller units can be suitable for 1-2 horses, while larger units can accommodate barns with upwards of 25 plus horses. The size of spreader may also be determined on how often and how it is used. Some people pull the spreader down the aisle way each day and then spread or unload the manure into a composting/storage pile. In smaller barns, taking the manure to the holding area may be done by wheelbarrow or muck cart and the manure spreader is only utilized when the manure is ready to be spread. Manual or PTO? This is often determined by how you will be using the manure spreader and what you will be towing it with. A smaller spreader, you will have the most options with which to pull the unit such as a Garden Tractor, ATV or Utility Vehicle up to 37 cubic feet which would generally suit 4- 6 horses, mid-size spreaders can still utilize a ground drive, but they would need at least a compact tractor or an ATV with enough power to pull the unit. Once you get up to a larger size, around 109 cubic feet, horsepower demands will require a standard tractor size and a PTO. PTO's also have the major advantage of moving the manure out of the unit without forward motion, making it ideal to unload into composting piles. Construction. There are several options when considering what style of spreader to choose. While generally seen in older models, some newer wooden construction spreaders are available. These units may be the lowest priced upfront, they will eventually rot and will require frequent maintenance. Galvanized metal can vary greatly in durability and quality. Economy galvanized units are made of a thinner metal and will eventually rust. A powder coated metal spreader is much more durable and less prone to rust than its galvanized counterpart. Rhino Lining in a powder coated model will add additional years to the life of the spreader because it helps to resist rust. While stainless will be pricier than other materials, it is a great investment piece that will retain its value over the years. The stainless steel will resist rust and the corrosive properties of manure and urine the best. Warranty. If you are buying a new spreader, ask about warranty, parts, and repair. New manure spreaders will typically come with a warranty. The warranty length and coverage may vary on different components of the spreader and it helps to know that before you need a repair. If you are buying a used spreader that has a warranty, consult with the manufacture before you buy to determine if the warranty will carry over. It is also a good idea to find a local parts supplier/repair shop that can help you assess any issues you might run into over the years. Maintenance. Spreaders are designed to spread manure, not hold OCTOBER 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020

it. Stowing manure in a spreader is one of the biggest factors in rotting and rusting and overall deterioration of the unit. Another big mistake is allowing manure to freeze in the unit which can cause major damage to the spreader and parts that move the manure out of the spreader. Clean the unit regularly, keep it oiled as needed, and store it inside to protect it from the elements. Be conscientious of what goes into the spreader, watching out for baling twine or rocks that can wreak havoc on the unit. Know your bearings, if you have sealed bearings you will not have to grease them, but if they are not sealed, your spreader will require regular greasing at all points indicated in your owner's manual. Environment. Consider the environment when planning when and how you will use your manure spreader. Being a good steward of the land comes down to spreading manure at the right time and in the right place. Typically, fields benefit from manure most prior to planting and during the growing season. Therefore, fall and winter spreading should be limited as much as possible. The right place for spreading manure is an area where horses are not turned out. Additionally, the area where spreading happens should not allow for runoff that can contaminate local waterways. For the best information on proper spreading practices, consult your local extension office for resource materials. Lisa, Bay and Mom, Sharon Lisa Kiley is a lifelong horse enthusiast who has worked in the equine industry and shown horses for many years. As a proud member of the Cashman’s Horse Equipment Team in Delaware, Ohio, she enjoys educating consumers on products that put safety first to benefit horses and the humans that love them. Cashman’s Horse Equipment has been providing top quality products to the equine and agricultural community for over 40 years, with a commitment to sourcing environmentally conscious merchandise and items made in the U.S.A.

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The Making of a Trail Horse By Julie Goodnight | www.juliegoodnight.com My youngest horse, Pepperoni, just successfully completed his first high mountain ride in the Sangre de Cristo Wilderness Area, a steep mountain range in southern Colorado. It was an arduous test of his skills and I'm super proud of his accomplishment. He proved his mettle in handling the toughest terrain, and we gained a great deal of confidence in each other. And even though it required extreme exertion on his part, I think he may have liked it (except for the scary parts). Major Creek comes down out of the steep mountains, runs through the middle of the ranch and into the valley. It's rushing and wild, and we knew the mountain trail we were planning to ride the next day would have numerous creek crossings – some of them complicated by bogs, logs, thickets, boulders, and steep banks. The Sangre’s are rocky and treacherous in places, but the rewards surround you in the pristine high-altitude wilderness. The scree slopes are steep, with loose rock in some places and solid rock in others. The terrain ranges from vast and open to closed-in, claustrophobic and thorny, where it's not unusual to encounter traces of bears or mountain lions. I can imagine that to a lot of people this may seem both impossible and exaggerated, but it is typical of the terrain in this area. The Major Creek trail is not highly traveled (off the radar and not easy to get to), and therefore not highly maintained, so the challenges are abundant. Before riding into terrain like this, you want to make sure you have a solid, mature horse underneath you. One that has the right temperament and maturity for the job, the physical strength and experience, plus the training and skills necessary to be an extreme trail horse and a supreme trail partner. Is a Good Trail Horse Born or Made? The short answer is both. But I'm not known for giving short answers. Think of being a chef – you must know what you're doing and be both adventurous and pragmatic with a dose of creativity. But the key to making an exquisite dish is to start with the best ingredients, and then the results are far superior. However, keep in mind that even with the very best ingredients, the dish must be built from scratch and crafted with skilled hands, or it flops. There are a few ingredients in the making of a supreme trail horse: · Temperament · Physical strength · Bravery · Willingness · Presence · Curiosity · Thinking rather than reactive These are all important qualities that a horse is born with. Horses are both instinctively flighty and investigative, but they generally come down strong on one side or the other. Sure-footedness, in my experience, comes very natural to some horses, and not at all to others. All of these traits can be enhanced through training, but starting with a naturally talented horse sure helps. There's No Such Thing as a Thirty-Day Wonder The “finished” trail horse, like any other discipline of riding, takes years – not weeks or months – to develop. The green horse might go out on its first trail ride very early in its training, but to negotiate a wilderness trail like Major Creek requires a mature horse with exquisite control and perfect obedience. OCTOBER 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020

According to veterinary standards, climbing and descending steep mountains is not an activity for horses younger than four years of age. This is why it was Pepperoni’s first trip. He's done quite a few rides in the foothills and around the ranch. Even though he was started under saddle as a 2-year-old, he wasn't ready for the high mountains until he had the physical strength, the mental maturity and the strong foundational training that gives me complete control and authority – stem to stern. Pepperoni's two years of training and experience hauling to clinics and trail rides prepared him for this day. He had some scary moments when he questioned himself, and then me. But when I asked him for effort, he gave it to me. When I asked him to be brave, he was. He came to trust my judgment over his own as he got more careful with his feet and focused his mind on the mission. There were times when full body control was necessary to negotiate tight and dicey terrain. There were places where stepping over logs and rocks required deliberation, and places so steep he had to work hard to rate his speed. With every mile of our trip he got better and better, embracing his role as my supreme trail partner. A lot goes into training a horse to be your partner at this level, no matter what your chosen equestrian endeavor, but there are a few things unique to the trail. After thinking on the subject, I realized it's too much for one article, and worthy of a series of articles on the making of a good trail horse. Consider this part one, and please join me for later installments of The Making of a Trail Horse, as I share my personal experience about training for the trail, talking about the following topics: ·

Requisite Manners and Skills: Tie, load, stand, high-line, obedience, work ethic, rating speed, and body control.

To Lead or Not to Lead? That is the question: Training your horse to accept all positions in the line-up, and ride calmly away from the herd when asked.

Sure-Footedness: Evaluating natural talent (or lack thereof), and developing good habits.

Navigating Natural Obstacles: Water, bogs, timber, scree, thickets, and exposure

Live Hazards: Lions, tigers and bears – Oh My! De-spooking the trail horse. Visit Julie Goodnight online at: https://juliegoodnight.com/ or call (719) 530-0531. Office Hours: 9am to 5pm MST Mon.-Fri. ·

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Happiest of Birthdays to my mom, Sharon Fischer! She has been an avid horse lover her whole life. Although she grew up as a city kid in Detroit, MI, with little exposure to horses, her passion led her to purchase her first horse when she turned 18. She learned to ride and pursued trail and pleasure riding. A few years later, she and my father purchased a farm in the Irish Hills where they were able to grow the herd and my subsequent horse obsession. Over the years she has supported my love of horses and has been (and continues to be) a phenomenal horse show mom. While “Bay”, a '90 AQHA gelding, was originally purchased as a 5year-old and my 4-H horse, he has been her main mount for the last 20 years. After my father passed away, we moved the horses to Autumn Wind Stables in Adrian, MI. While there, she shared “Bay” with youth kids who have taken lessons and showed him in Lenawee County. The last show Bay competed in was 4 years ago and the first time my mom showed him in a 'canter class.' After so many years of her supporting my showing, I was so proud to see her in the ring, and she did great! While both my mom and Bay are currently enjoying retirement, they still share plenty of quality barn time together. In celebration of her birthday, I wanted to thank her for pursuing her dream of horse ownership which has forever positively impacted our lives and led to so many happy memories from the barn to the arena. I look forward to riding together for many years to come. Love you mom! ~ Lisa Kiley Photo Credit: Jessica Kristy Photography, Jessica Smith of Adrian, MI

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DIY Wooden Grooming Box By Lisa Skylis | skylisli@msu.edu Learn how to make your very own wooden grooming box without sacrificing your budget! In ten simple steps, you'll have created a high-quality grooming box that's built to last and to impress. These directions are intended to be easy enough for any and all horse lovers to follow; so grab your grand kids or your barn friends, and let's get started! Materials Required 1 – 1” x 6” x 6’ cedar, or pine board 1 – 1” x 8” x 2’ cedar, or pine board 1 – 3/4” x 48” round wooden dowel Interior wood stain, your color choice Polyurethane (optional) 1 – 1” or 2” foam craft paint brush 22 – trim-head screws, 1 5/8” 220 grit sandpaper Wood glue or Elmer’s glue 1 pair rubber or disposable gloves (optional) 4 to 5 q-tips or 1 thin paintbrush If you find yourself without some of the materials on this list, there are quite a few substitutions to be made using things found around your house and barn. For instance, instead of using a foam craft brush you could use a clean rag to apply the interior wood stain. There's also the option to only coat the grooming box with polyurethane and not use any interior wood stain or to paint the grooming box instead of staining altogether. Unbridle your style and make your grooming box uniquely your own! Tools Required · 3/4 in spade drill bit · Miter saw · Orbital sander · Drill · Measuring tape · 2 bar clamps · Ruler or square · Masking tape or painter's tape · Pencils Fortunately, there are also alternatives to some of the tools listed above. If you find yourself lacking an orbital sander and looking for a great arm workout, hand sanding the grooming box is possible; just allow yourself some extra time to complete it by hand. In place of a miter saw, you could cut your wood using a jigsaw or even a skill saw. Make the most of the tools you can find and let's get to work! Step 1: Measure and Mark After you've gathered your tools and materials, it's time to mark your wood before you cut. The 1” x 6” x 6’ board will be cut into the sides and bottom of your grooming box. The 1” x 8” x 2’ board will be cut into the end pieces of your grooming box, which will be tapered at the top and will hold the dowel handle. First, use the tape measure to measure out two 23” pieces on the 1” x 6” x 6’ board and use a ruler to mark the cut line. Those will be the sides of your grooming box. Then, mark one length of 23” on the 1” x 6” x 6’ board, which will make the bottom of your box. Finally, measure and mark the wooden dowel at 24” to make the perfect handle length. Next up, measure two 12” long pieces on the 1” x 8” x 2’ board; these will make up the end pieces of the grooming box. The end pieces of the grooming box will be tapered into a flat-topped triangle and will eventually have a hole in each piece to fit the dowel handle. OCTOBER 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020

Using your ruler, mark on each side of the pieces 7” from the bottom lengthwise (a total of two marks on each board). Then, measure the center of the board width-wise and mark the spot. Next, measure 3/4” outwards from the center in each direction and mark both spots, creating a 1 1/2” flat top for the end pieces. Draw a straight line with your ruler on each side of the board connecting the 7” mark to the 11/2” mark above it. This creates the tapered sides of your flat-topped triangle end pieces. Step 2: Cut with Care Now that you've measured and marked, you're ready to cut! Always exercise caution when using a sharp saw and consider wearing safety glasses for an added protective safety measure. First, cut the boards into their respective pieces, including the dowel. Then, cut the tapering sides of the end pieces. Step 3: Mark and Drill the Dowel Hole Since all of the cuts are made, you can now mark and drill the 3/4” hole for the dowel handle to fit snugly into the top. Use your ruler to measure roughly 1 3/8” straight down from the width-wise center mark previously made. Then, trace the dowel over that spot below the boards center. Using the 3/4” spade drill bit and drill, carefully drill the 3/4” hole for the dowel handle in each end piece. Tip: If you notice your wood splintering when you drill the hole, add a piece of painter’s tape or masking tape to the unmarked side of the end piece. Step 4: Dry Fit Your Wood To avoid any unpleasant surprises, now is a good time to dry fit (without gluing or screwing) your pieces together. Lay the bottom piece down and use bar clamps to hold the sides and ends together then slide the dowel through your 3/4” end holes. It's better to know the rough fit before you sand or stain the wood and then, if you need to, make any adjustments. Step 5: Sanding After dry fitting your grooming box, the next step is to sand each individual piece. Because cedar and pine are much softer woods, we used 220 grit sandpaper on the orbital sander. Be sure to sand every face of your pieces, including the thin edge. If you're particularly sensitive to dust, consider wearing a face mask during the sanding process. Step 6: Stain or Paint Your sanded wood pieces are now ready to be stained or painted. If staining your wood, put on a pair of disposable gloves before getting started to avoid lingering stained fingers. First, mix the stain of your choice with your foam craft brush to ensure an even color tone. Then, put on the stain with even brushstrokes going with the (22)

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coat the wood as evenly as you can and keep an eye out for drips. Depending on the level of shine you'd like, the project may need several coats of polyurethane and time to dry in between the layers. We favor a glossier look and coated our grooming box with three layers of finish. Hooray! Now you know how to make your very own simple wooden grooming box, without breaking the bank or even breaking a sweat. If you have advanced woodworking skills and the tools to do so, you could add compartments to your box or change the dimensions to suit your needs. This grooming box is also easy to personalize and give as a gift to impress your equestrian friends. However you use it, have fun with it!

grain of the wood and not against it. Rotate the wooden pieces and don't forget to stain the edges and the wooden dowel! You might only stain three sides at a time and stain the fourth side when the other faces have been allowed to dry. If you're staining indoors, open a window to let air circulate. Step 7: Mark and Make Screw Holes Next, it's time to mark and screw your holes before inserting the screws. On your end piece mark 3/8” from the edge, lengthwise, and 1 3/8” from the bottom edge, lengthwise. Then, mark your next spot 1 3/8” above the original spot, and the next one 1 3/8” above the second spot. Repeat this process on the other end piece, keeping the marks 3/8” from the edge and 1 3/8” apart from each other. Next, use your ruler to find 3/8” from the bottom width-wise and 2 3/8” from the right edge lengthwise. Mark this spot. Then find and mark 3/8” from the bottom width-wise and 2 3/8” from the left edge. Drill holes into the eight marks you made on each end piece, making sixteen holes total. Lay your side pieces lengthwise and use your ruler to find 3/8” from the bottom, lengthwise, and mark three evenly spaced spots 5 3/8” apart. Do this on both side pieces. Drill these three spots into your side pieces, making six holes total. Step 8: Glue, Clamp, and Assemble Now that you've made holes for the screws, you can glue, assemble, and clamp your grooming box. Start with the least amount of glue you might need and add more as it becomes necessary. Use the paintbrush or q-tips to spread the wood glue or Elmer’s glue along the woods edges. After every edge has been glued, work quickly to make sure your sides are fitting together well and then use the bar clamps to hold your project together. Tip: After your project is clamped, wipe off any visible glue with a warm, damp rag or cloth. If you leave it for too long, the glue will become tacky and very difficult to remove. Step 9: Screw Together First, slide your wooden dowel through the holes you made in the end pieces. Then, use your drill and square bit to secure the 22 screws into the holes you already drilled. Take care to drill slowly and straight inwards. If you find your dowel to be wigglier than you'd like, you can also use screws to fix the dowel handle to the edge piece. Step 10: Coat with Polyurethane (optional) Finally, you can coat your assembled grooming box with polyurethane. Be sure to wash and dry your foam craft brush before dipping it into the polyurethane. As you're applying the polyurethane, try to OCTOBER 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020

Horse Brush Cleaning 101 Why bother trying to clean your dirty horse with dirty brushes? It's certainly no secret that your horse's grooming tools get grubby fast and eventually you'll have to deal with all that dirt. Regularly cleaning your horse's brushes will only take ten minutes of your time and will help extend the brushes useful life, saving you money in the long-term. Likewise, a routinely cleaned set of brushes will have less opportunity for bacteria to build up in the bristles and will be more effective cleaning tools for your horse. Since there's nothing to lose, except dirt and grime, and lots to gain – let's get started! First, take the time to gather all of your brushes from their various hiding places throughout the barn. If you're going to make the effort to clean your brushes at all, you might as well do them all in one sitting. Next, find a sunny area outside and lay a clean towel down somewhere dry. Then, find a medium-sized bucket, wash it out, and fill it with warm water and add the cleaner of your choice. Any of the following cleaning agents will work when cleaning brushes: liquid dish soap, mild horse shampoo, mouthwash, or liquid disinfectant. Now, soak your dirty brushes for at least five minutes and occasionally rub them together to loosen the dirt. It should be noted that wooden brush handles should not get wet to prevent the wood from drying out and, ultimately, cracking. Next, rinse your brushes with cold water and repeat the process until the water you're rinsing with runs clear. After being properly rinsed, your brushes are ready to be set – bristles facing down – out in the sun to thoroughly dry. Voilà! Now you have a sparkling clean set of horse brushes to place in your new wooden grooming tote! About Lisa Skylis: Lisa Skylis graduated from Michigan State University alumna with a degree in Animal Science and now is a professional freelance writer. Focused on the equine industry, her work has been published in Saddle Up! Magazine, Equine Wellness Magazine, and Horses Daily, to list a few. When she’s not writing, Lisa can be found doting on the horses at her local therapeutic riding barn or entertaining her mischievous Golden Retriever, Roy. Freelance inquiries can be sent to skylisli@msu.edu (23)

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DIY Portable Electric Fence By Robert Eversole | www.TrailMeister.com Horse camping is good. Backcountry horse camping is great. A backcountry wilderness location with a spot where your horses can stretch their legs, lie down, take a nap, graze, and relax is even better. An electric fence can help with that. When camping in the backcountry, I don't take feed. The amount of hay, pellets, etc. that you'd have to take to feed even a single animal (2% of body weight per day per horse) comes out to an average of 20 lbs. a day, which would mean taking a pack animal to haul the feed and then yet another to haul the feed for the extra critter. I plan my trips based upon the availability of adequate grazing and have cut pack trips short due to unexpected lack of grazing. For years, the morning routine has been: get up, release the beasts from the high line, take them to water, then put the hobbles on and let them graze for their breakfast while enjoying my AM caffeine fix. Only after they've had their breakfast, do I get mine. I want to be able to let the bubba’s graze and relax while also getting meals ready for myself and whomever else I'm camping with. For trail head camping, I love my Corrals2Go portable corral, but I'm not ready to pack-in hundreds of feet of steel panels. For backcountry use I've become fond of electric fences that keep our furry kids out of trouble. Cheap, easy to setup, versatile, and effective are my keywords for this type of temporary enclosure. Here's how to get started on your own electric fence setup: What you need: 1. Posts: I use 48” fiberglass step-in style posts. Post modification: 48” posts are much too long for convenient packing for me. I turned mine into collapsible posts by cutting the posts in half then epoxying a piece of brass tubing over the end of one half, leaving part of the tube open to slide the top half of the post into. With this modification, the posts fit easily into a pannier box. If I were to do it again: I'd use a smooth fiberglass post without the clips and simply wrap the electric wire around the post to keep it from sliding down. The posts would pack down into a much smaller space. 2. Electric tape or wire: I went with electric fence wire. Tape with imbedded conductive metal strands comes 1/2 to 2 inches wide, in white and colors. It's highly visible. Wider tape makes a more substantial fence, but it's more expensive, and the wider widths take up a lot more space. Wire is less expen-sive, and packs easier, but breaks more easily. It's also less visible than the tape. Flagging on the wire is a good idea. 3. A winder reel: One experience with a knotted ball of electric tape was enough to convince me that an easy way to roll the electric tape or wire without knots was a must. An in-expensive winder makes setup and tear down quick and easy. 4. Gate handle: An insulated handle with metal spring core, a hook at one end, and loop at the other for connecting tape or wire, creates a gate at any point in the pen perimeter. 5. Fence energizer: The heart of the containment system. An electric fence needs a power source and unless your wilder-ness comes equipped with “current bushes”, battery or solar are your options. Battery powered versions are less bulky than solar. Mine runs on two D-cell batteries and can power over a half mile of fence for over a month. OCTOBER 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020

6. Ground rod: Since the earth creates half of the electric fence circuit, it is very important to have a properly installed ground circuit. I had a 24” steel rod in the barn that I re-purposed. NOTE: In areas where poor soil and poor earth grounding conditions exist, a two-wire system can be used with one wire being electrically charged while the other wire acts as an earth ground. This twowire electric fence system is also twice as visible. Of course nothing is perfect. Here are the pros and cons of this type of system: PRO: Flexibility. Size and shape can be modified readily to fit available space. Affordability. All of the parts listed above foot out to well under $200 dollars. Easy storage and handling. One person can easily set up and take down. Tape or wire rolls up and posts bundle together. CON: Easily demolished. A horse panicked by a disturbance nearby can forget his reluctance to touch the fence and bolt through the fence. It only works with the charger on. Many horses can tell when the fence is electrified and are quick to lean over it when it's not (one reason why a spare battery is a good thing). An electric fence of this type is purely a psychological barrier to keep your animals from wandering. They've become “trained” (hopefully at home) not to go near the fence. The local wildlife have not had the benefit of this training and are apt to bolt through a hot wire instead of backing up. For this reason I DO NOT use electric fences overnight. The high line is a much safer, more secure option for nighttime or when you're not nearby, unless you like walking back to the trail head. A portable electric fence system offers me and my animals more options and a better camping experience with very little extra fuss. For more information on trail riding and camping with horses, and the largest guide to horse trails and camps in the world, visit www.TrailMeister.com (24)

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Transitioning Out of Metal Shoes By Carole Herder, Cavallo President | www.cavallo-inc.com At Cavallo, we spend much of our day helping conscientious horse owners who are ready to make a life-saving commitment to their horse by removing metal horseshoes for good. The freedom to be barefoot and booted is the gift of comfort, protection and respect for what nature intended. Remember, horses have lived on this planet for over 50,000,000 years. Their hoofs are not a design flaw. Here’s a great letter that came to me recently, and I think many of you can relate: “Hi Carole, I have been interested in transitioning my horse to barefoot for a long time, but I keep putting it off, I suppose because I feel afraid to make the change. Over the past year, several women in my barn have become barefoot, with incredible success. This was the push I needed and I’m ready to go forward. Are there any pointers you can give me to ensure that my horse’s transition is a successful one?” Meg, Florida Yep – I've been there! I pulled on my years of personal study and experience to tell Meg what she needs to know to be able to guide her horse through this exciting transition. “Hi Meg, I'm thrilled to hear that you want to keep your horse barefoot. The horse's entire body system is designed to function well when his hooves work properly.” Here's how: The coffin bone drops like a trampoline to absorb the impact of 1000 pounds of weight descending. The hoof spreads apart and draws the sole flat so that the weight has somewhere to go. When the horse has metal shoes, that flexibility function cannot happen. The hoof is clamped in place. Additionally, the impact of metal on a hard surface refers vibration back up the legs. I like to talk about the nutrients in the blood and how circulation happens. We say your horse has five “hearts.” He has a heart in his chest as well as one in each of his hooves’ frogs. All of these five “hearts” contribute to the circulatory system to distribute blood and oxygen throughout the body. Your horse needs healthy blood flow to prevent illness, lameness and to keep his immune system healthy. Maybe when you first pulled off the metal shoes, your horse was tender and, for a time, when you ride, he may appear a bit lame. Circulation and sensation have returned to his hooves once again, so this brief appearance of lameness is actually a good thing. He'll get over this the more he moves, because the blood will help heal any conditions going on inside his hooves. We always recommend that you move your horse – accelerate the blood circulation. Of course, you must have your horse comfortable to be able to move him – that's where Cavallo Boots come in. Keep in mind that some horses have no sign of tenderness at all and can go easily right away. For others, the transition may require a little more support. Find a trimmer you trust, who gives you an open door to consult and work with them, to get your horse trimmed well for barefoot riding. I appreciate that people aspire to ride their horses barefoot without putting boots on, but I can also find it discouraging. I see barefoot horses veering for the soft shoulder or softer ground to seek comfort, and I wonder, why not make use of the protection and comfort Cavallo Boots provide? OCTOBER 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020

If you find that your horse is lame when you first pull his shoes, make sure you have hoof boots on hand. You may also pop some Cavallo Hoof Boot Pads in there for additional cushion and then MOVE YOUR HORSE. Your horse will experience comfort, protection, and traction with his boots on. You can turn him out or ride him in his boots – and you can even add studs to help you ride all year long. This is the way to keep your horse moving and feeling great! Many happy barefoot trails to you and your horse, Carole Herder Carole Herder is the author of the #1 International Bestseller, There Are No Horseshoes in Heaven. She has been involved in horse health since 1993. Her company, Cavallo Horse & Rider Inc., develops, manufactures, and distributes horse products in 26 countries. Herder designed and developed Cavallo Hoof Boots and Total Comfort System Saddle Pads. She presents training around the world to teach the benefits of keeping horses in a natural state. Herder is an honored recipient of the Royal Bank of Canada Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Award and a member of the Women's Presidents Organization, supporting female entrepreneurs.

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Please Take Note: Some of the events listed within the pages of Saddle Up! Magazine may NOT take place due to the Coronavirus pandemic threat throughout our country. Please call event coordinators, check Facebook pages or the association or group website before attending shows.

OCTOBER OCTOBER 2-4 – Ionia Horse Trails Association Annual Chili Cookoff. Activities begin at 10am Sat, Chili Cookoff 5pm. Ionia State Rec. Area, 2880 W. David Hwy., Ionia, MI. Find us on Facebook or visit our website at: www. ioniahorsetrailsassociation.org OCTOBER 3 – HallowScream Open Horse Show. Show clothes optional, fun costumes welcome. Eaton County Fairgrounds, 1025 Cochran Ave., Charlotte, MI. Contact Amy Nierenberger 517.663.1699 or find us on Facebook: hallowscream-show OCTOBER 3 – Cheff Center Ride-A-Thon Trail Ride, 8am to noon. Cheff Therapeutic Riding Center, 8450 N. 43rd St., Augusta, MI. Emily 269.731.4471, email: emily@cheffcenter.org. Online at: www.cheffcenter.org or find the Cheff Therapeutic Riding Center on Facebook.

OCTOBER 10-11 – GLDRAMI Oak Leaf Run Ride. Sat E 75, 50, LD 30, LD 25 (eve), C 50, 30, 15N/15 Intro. Sun LD 30, C 30, 15N/15 Intro. Contact Barb Kurti 616.460.8041, or email: silverheartsfarm@yahoo.com. Visit us online at: www.gldrami.org or find us on Facebook. OCTOBER 10-11 – Janet Foy English/Western Dressage Clinic. Brilliant Reflection Farm, 490 Rissman Lane, Ortonville, MI. Contact Barbara Reis 248.670.9031, or visit us online at: www.brilliantreflectionfarm.com or email: infowdami@gmail.com or www.wdami.org OCTOBER 11 – Cowboy Church for horse lovers, 5pm start. All ages, all denominations. Casual and entertaining with horse demos to music: English, western or vaulting. Free chuck wagon dinner. Victory Ranch, 58191 8 Mile Rd., Northville, MI. Text please: 248.410.4501 OCTOBER 16-18 – Cartoons! Cartoons! CMO at Kensington Metropark. Competitive Mounted Orienteering timed event. 4570 Huron River Pkwy., Milford, MI. Contact Cindy Hotz 810.513.6379, email: clw2369@aol.com or visit: http://nacmo.org or MiCMO on Facebook. OCTOBER 17 – Hungerford Trail Riders Association Fall Clinic. 9am-1:30pm. Hungerford Recreation Area, Big Rapids, MI. Email: hungerfordtrailriders@gmail.com, visit us online at: www.hungerfordtrailriders.org or find us on Facebook. OCTOBER 18 – Grosse Point Equestrian Club MDA Participating Show. Grosse Point Equestrian, 655 Cook Rd., Grosse Point Woods, MI. Contact Danielle 810.449.5095, or email: danielledouglass89@gmail.com. Facebook: MDAdressage, or www.midwestdressage.org OCTOBER 18 – Working Equitation Schooling Show. Miracle Ranch, 3380 Morrow Lane, Milford, MI. Contact Karen Rach at 586.242.7351 (text), or email: kl_rach@ yahoo.com or www.rachridingacademy.com

NOVEMBER NOVEMBER 6-8 – Michigan Quarter Horse Association Harvest Classic. AQHA/MQHA approved. MSU Pavilion, 4301 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI. MQHA office: 616.225.8211, email: mqha@hotmail.com, or visit us online at: www.miquarterhorse.com NOVEMBER 7 – HTRA & WMTR Fall Trail Ride. Meet 11am, ride noon. Hungerford Recreation Area, Big Rapids, MI. Email: hungerford trailriders@gmail.com, find us on Facebook, or visit: www.hungerfordtrailriders.org NOVEMBER 13-15 – Southern MI Quarter Horse and Paint Horse Sale, plus Tack Sale. DATE 4301CHANGE! MSU Pavilion, Farm Lane, East Lansing, Moore’s Contact Horse Co. MI. 517.467.7576, MOVED, SEE BELOW! email: sales@tommooresales.com, or find “Moores Horse Company” on Facebook. NOVEMBER 20-21 – Southern MI Fall Quarter and Paint Horse Sale, plus Tack Sale. Fri. Tack 10am, Sat. Tack 11am, horses to follow. 11771 US-223, Onsted, MI. Call Moore’s Horse Co. 517.467.7576, email: sales@tommooresales. com, or Facebook: “Moores Horse Company”

DECEMBER DECEMBER 4-6 – Cowboy Christmas. MSU Pavilion, 4301 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI. Horse Show & Shopping. Vendors welcome! Contact Rochelle Rhondy 989.763.3276, email: cowboychristmas@yahoo.com. Find “Cowboy Christmas” on Facebook.

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

OCTOBER 8-10 – ASHAM Charity Fall Horse Show. MSU Pavilion, 4301 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI. Cindy Scoggin 248.227.7266, email: clscoggin525@gmail.com, or Mgr. Ron Gekiere 586.484.8790, email: rongeki@ gmail.com. Online at: www.asham.org

OCTOBER 25 – Halloween Fun Show. Mad Musical Stalls, Great Costume Class & More! Justamere Equestrian Centre, 56295 Card Rd., Macomb, MI. Call Lindsay 586.943.8778, email: LJD2L@yahoo.com. Visit us online at: www.justamere.info or find us on Facebook.

OCTOBER 9-10 – Eaton County Box Stall Benefit Show, Friday 6:30pm, Sat. 9am. Eaton Co. Fairgrounds, 1025 Cochran Ave., Charlotte, MI. Email Kelsie: newmank202@gmail.com, or find the “Eaton County Box Stall Benefit Shows” on Facebook.

OCTOBER 30-NOVEMBER 1 – MHSA BooTackular. All Breed Youth Show. MSU Pavilion, 4301 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI. Contact Ellen, Secretary 734.330.7369, email: ellenrita546@gmail.com or visit us online at: www.michiganhorseshow.com

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OCTOBER 10 – Yankee Springs Trail Riders Association Halloween Haunted Ride. Yankee Springs Rec. Horseman’s Campground, Duffy Rd., Hastings, MI. Visit www.ystra.org or find “Yankee Springs Trail Riders Association, Inc.” on Facebook.

OCTOBER 31 – Hungerford Trail Riders Association Member Appreciation Banquet. Social Hour: Noon, Dinner: 1pm. Norwich Twp. Hall, 7213 N. Cypress Road, Big Rapids, MI. Email: hungerfordtrailriders@gmail.com, find us on Facebook, or: www.hungerfordtrailriders.org

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

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SUNDAYS: Team Sorting Practice at Blue Ridge Stock Farm, N. Latson Rd., Howell, MI. 2pm start, $25 cattle fee, all ages welcome, no exp. nec. Call 517.376.1930. Spring - Fall Only.

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

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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

OCTOBER 3 – Crazy Woman Ranch Gymkhana Series. Reg. 5-7:30pm. 6pm start. 6 & under up first. Year End Awards. Crazy Woman Ranch, 6450 Lancaster-Circleville Road, Lancaster, OH. Call Joyce at 614.595.1850, or find “Crazy Woman Ranch” on Facebook.

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

OCTOBER 3-4 – Champions Center Open Horse Show. Champions Center Expo, 4122 Lay-bourne Rd., Springfield, OH. Email: champions center02@gmail.com, or visit us online at: championscenter.net or you can find us on Facebook: “Champions Center”

Hay and Straw Auction: Mondays 3:30pm. Ravenna Livestock Auction, 3265 S. Slocum Road, Ravenna, MI. Call 231.853.5738, online at www.ravennaauction.com Warner Farms Dealer's Tack Auction: First Thursday of every month, 10am. Lenawee County Fair and Event Grounds, 602 Dean St., Adrian, MI. Call James Warner 517.596. 3028, email: jimbohorse46@frontier.com, or online at: www.lenfair.com W-H Horse Saddle and Tack Auction: Fourth Saturday of every month. 10am used tack; 1pm horses. Wayland-Hopkins Livestock Auction, 3634 10th St., Wayland, MI. Call Leon, Cal or Tye Casey (269) 945-9398 or online at www.your-auctioneers.com

SHOWS OCTOBER OCTOBER 2-4 – Ohio Ranch Horse Association Show, Fri. 2pm, Sat. & Sun. 8am. Hendersons Arena, 739 Van Fossen Road, Jackson, OH. Contact Amy Roberts 740.819.8446, or Simone Marshall 740.407.2286, or visit us online: www.ohioranchhorseassociation.com OCTOBER 2-4 – Hueston Woods State Trail Ride, hosted by Preble County OHC. Campsite reservations through DNR website. For attendance call: Donn Buckingham 937.417.4358, email: donnb@bright.net. Visit: ohconline.net or find Ohio Horseman’s Council on Facebook. OCTOBER 3 – Buckeye Mini Horse & Donkey Sale. 8:30am tack/equipment. Mini’s, horses, ponies noon. Wayne County Fairgrounds, 199 Vanover St., Wooster, OH. Contact Daniel Schrock 330.763.0905, or email: schrocks auctioneering@gmail.com

OCTOBER 3-4 – Northern OH Dressage Association Schooling Show at Chagrin Valley Farms. 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Email: president@nodarider.org, or visit us online at: www.nodarider.org, or find us on Facebook. OCTOBER 3-4 – Ottawa Co. Horse Foundation Fall Fuzzy Show. Speed Sat., Performance Sun. Ottawa County Fairgrounds, 7870 W. State Rte. 163, Oak Harbor, OH. For more info. email: ottawacountyhorsefoundation@gmail.com, visit: www.ochf.net, or on Facebook. OCTOBER 6 – Tuesday Night Barrel & Pole 3D Jackpot at Riverland Arena. Doors open at 5pm, 7:30 pm start. Riverland Arena, 9675 Riverland Ave. SW, Navarre, OH. Call Jeanette 904.477.6019, email: jeanette_flickinger@ yahoo.com, or on Facebook: “Riverland Arena”

OCTOBER 10-11 – Octoberfest hosted by the Pinto Horse Assoc. of Ohio. Pre-entry needed. Allen Co. Fairgrounds, 2750 Harding Hwy., Lima, OH. Contact Kaylee 419.656.5669, email: kaykuns93@gmail.com. Find us on Facebook or visit: www.ohiopinto.net OCTOBER 10-11 – Youth Equestrian Development Assoc. (YEDA) Show. Champions Center Expo, 4122 Laybourne Rd., Springfield, OH. Contact Show Sec. Molly Niese 419.957.7379, email: mniese@showyeda.com or visit us online at: www.showyeda.com OCTOBER 13 – Tuesday Night Barrel & Pole 3D Jackpot at Riverland Arena. Doors open at 5pm, 7:30 pm start. Riverland Arena, 9675 Riverland Ave. SW, Navarre, OH. Call Jeanette 904.477.6019, email: jeanette_flickinger@ yahoo.com, or on Facebook: “Riverland Arena” OCTOBER 17 – YEDA Reining Clinic with NRHA World Champion, and 2x Res. NRHA WC, Keith Ceddia. Auditors welcome $25. Ceddia Perf. Horses, 5655 CR 13, Centerburg, OH. Visit www.showyeda.com or on Facebook: “YEDA Youth Equestrian Development Association” OCTOBER 17-18 – Cross Country Schooling Show Saturday, Mini Trial Sunday. Chagrin Valley Farms, 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Linda 440.543.7233, or email: linda joseph@chagrinvalleyfarms.com, or visit us online at: www.chagrinvalleyfarms.com

OCTOBER 9 – Ashtabula Co. Saddle Horse Boosters Open Gaming Show, 6pm start. Walk/Trot & Adult/Youth Division. Ashtabula Co. Fairgrounds, 127 N. Elm St., Jefferson, OH. Linda 440.812.3089 (text okay). Facebook: “Ashtabula County Saddle Horse Community”

OCTOBER 17-18 – Customer Appreciation Days at Custom Conchos & Tack. Sat. 11am6pm, Sun. 12-5pm. Amazing Deals and Giveaways! 2074 Ashland Rd., Mansfield, OH. Call 567.560.4457. Find us on Facebook or visit: www.customconchosandtack.com

OCTOBER 10 – Ashtabula Co. Saddle Horse Boosters Jumper Day, 8am start. Jackpot & Jumper Derby. Ashtabula Co. Fairgrounds, 127 N. Elm St., Jefferson, OH. Kelly 440.228.6187, Renee 440.812.0644 (text please). Facebook: “Ashtabula County Saddle Horse Community”

OCTOBER 20 – Tuesday Night Barrel & Pole 3D Jackpot at Riverland Arena. Doors open at 5pm, 7:30 pm start. Riverland Arena, 9675 Riverland Ave. SW, Navarre, OH. Call Jeanette 904.477.6019, email: jeanette_flickinger@ yahoo.com, or on Facebook: “Riverland Arena”

OCTOBER 9-11 – BCSHA Fall Spooktacular Show. Fri. Benefit Concert w/Ashley Martin & Chili Cookoff. Sat. & Sun. 9am start. No show clothes. Preble County Fairgrounds, 722 South Franklin St., Eaton, OH. Contact Charlie Garnett 937.533.0795. Facebook: BCSaddleHorse

OCTOBER 23-25 – Heartland Spooktacular at Champions Center Expo. IASHA, ASHAO approved. Champions Center Expo, 4122 Laybourne Rd., Springfield, OH. Contact Judy Peters 614.402.1260, email: allhorseshows 2@gmail.com or www.ohiosaddlebred.com

OCTOBER 10-11 – Hunter/Jumper, Academy Schooling Show at Chagrin Valley Farms. 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Contact Linda Joseph 440.543.7233, or email: lindajoseph@chagrinvalleyfarms.com or visit us online at: www.chagrinvalleyfarms.com

OCTOBER 24 – Ohio Mount N Trail Obstacle Competition Series. Win-Seek Performance Horses, 5022 Everett Hull Rd., Cortland, OH. Find “OHIO Mount N Trail Obstacle Competition” on Facebook for more information or visit: win-seek.com

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Show & Event Dates OHIO SHOWS, CONT. OCTOBER 27 – Tuesday Night Barrel & Pole 3D Jackpot at Riverland Arena. Doors open at 5pm, 7:30 pm start. Riverland Arena, 9675 Riverland Ave. SW, Navarre, OH. Call Jeanette 904.477.6019, email: jeanette_flickinger@ yahoo.com, or on Facebook: “Riverland Arena” OCTOBER 31-NOVEMBER 1 – Champions Center Open Horse Show. Champions Center Expo, 4122 Laybourne Rd., Springfield, OH. Email: championscenter02@gmail.com, or visit us online at: championscenter.net or find us on Facebook: “Champions Center” OCTOBER 31-NOVEMBER 1 – Youth Equestrian Development Assoc. (YEDA) Show. WB Ranch, 1640 County Road B, Swanton, OH. Contact Show Sec. Molly Niese 419.957.7379, email: mniese@showyeda.com or visit us online at: www.showyeda.com

NOVEMBER NOVEMBER 1 – CVF Dressage Show. Chagrin Valley Farms, 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Contact Linda Joseph 440.543.7233, email: lindajoseph@chagrinvalleyfarms.com. Online at: www.chagrinvalleyfarms.com, or find us on Facebook. NOVEMBER 7-8 – CVF “B” Rated Show. Chagrin Valley Farms, 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Contact Linda Joseph 440.543.7233, or email: lindajoseph@chagrin valleyfarms.com. Visit us online at: www. chagrinvalleyfarms.com, or on Facebook. NOVEMBER 7-8 – On The Road with Dawn & Clea Barrel Race. Champions Center Expo, 4122 Laybourne Rd., Springfield, OH. Email: g4horseranch@gmail.com, or online at: www. ontheroadwithdawnandclea.com NOVEMBER 12-14 – 3rd Ann. The Horseman’s Mission, 3 days of horsemanship clinics, colt starting comp., and horse sale. Holmes County Fairgrounds at Harvest Ridge, 8880 OH-39, Millersburg, OH. Call Ray Raber 330.275.2877, or visit: www.thehorsemansmission.com NOVEMBER 14-15 – Crazy Woman Ranch Youth Rodeo Series. Sat. 6 & under, & 7-10. Sun. Jr High & High School. 6450 LancasterCircleville Rd., Lancaster, OH. Entries Weds. before rodeo: call/text Joyce 614.595.1850, or find “Crazy Woman Ranch” on Facebook. NOVEMBER 14-15 – Hunter/Jumper, Academy Schooling Show at Chagrin Valley Farms. 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Contact Linda Joseph 440.543.7233, or email: lindajoseph@chagrinvalleyfarms.com or visit us online at: www.chagrinvalleyfarms.com

NOVEMBER 17-19 – 73rd Annual Fall Speed Horse Sale. Blacktype entries close October 1. Champions Center Expo, 4122 Laybourne Rd., Springfield, OH. The Blooded Horse Sales Co. 859.858.4415, email: info@bloodedhorse. com, or online: www.bloodedhorse.com

DECEMBER 19-20 – Hunter/Jumper, Academy Schooling Show at Chagrin Valley Farms. 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Contact Linda Joseph 440.543.7233, or email: lindajoseph@chagrinvalleyfarms.com or visit us online at: www.chagrinvalleyfarms.com

NOVEMBER 21 – Crazy Woman Ranch Bonus Cash Series Speed Show. BOTB Qualifier. IBRA, NPBA, Roadies approved. 70% Payback, +$1300 Open. 6450 Lancaster-Circleville Rd., Lancaster, OH. Call Joyce 614.595.1850, or find “Crazy Woman Ranch” on Facebook.

DECEMBER 27 – CVF Dressage Show. Chagrin Valley Farms, 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Contact Linda Joseph 440.543.7233, email: lindajoseph@chagrinvalleyfarms.com. Online at: www.chagrinvalleyfarms.com, or find us on Facebook.

NOVEMBER 21-22 – Youth Equestrian Development Assoc. (YEDA) Show. Hosted by YEDA Founders. Garwood Arena, 2538 Middleton Road, Columbiana, OH. Contact Show Sec. Molly Niese 419.957.7379, email: mniese@ showyeda.com or www.showyeda.com

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NOVEMBER 27-29 – Garwood Arena & RSP Productions Sorting and Team Penning Show. Champions Center Expo, 4122 Laybourne Rd., Springfield, OH. Contact Tom 269.838.1273, or Stan Ayers 419.203.5800 or find Garwood Arena and RSP Productions on Facebook. NOVEMBER 27-29 – IBRA Preferred Show at Circle G Arena, 10816 Verona Rd., Lewisburg, OH. Contact IBRA home office 502.239.4000, or online at: https://ibra.us. Circle G Arena email: circlegarena@gmail.com or visit them online at: http://www.circlegarena.us/ NOVEMBER 29 – CVF Dressage Show. Chagrin Valley Farms, 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Contact Linda Joseph 440.543.7233, email: lindajoseph@chagrin valleyfarms.com. Visit us online at: www. chagrinvalleyfarms.com, or on Facebook.

DECEMBER DECEMBER 3-6 – CVF “A” Rated Show. Chagrin Valley Farms, 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Contact Linda Joseph 440.543.7233, or email: lindajoseph@chagrin valleyfarms.com. Visit us online at: www. chagrinvalleyfarms.com, or on Facebook. DECEMBER 5-6 – Crazy Woman Ranch Youth Rodeo Series. Sat. 6 & under, & 7-10. Sun. Jr High & High School. 6450 Lancaster-Circleville Rd., Lancaster, OH. Entries Weds. before rodeo: call/text Joyce 614.595.1850, or find “Crazy Woman Ranch” on Facebook. DECEMBER 10-13 – CVF “A” Rated Show. Chagrin Valley Farms, 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Contact Linda Joseph 440.543.7233, or email: lindajoseph@chagrin valleyfarms.com. Visit us online at: www. chagrinvalleyfarms.com, or on Facebook.

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Athens Livestock Sales: Regular sale every Tuesday at Noon. Athens Livestock Sales, 3738 Enlow Road, Albany, OH. Call 740. 592.2322 or find us on Facebook. Larue Horse Sale, LLC: Hay, Straw, Tack and Horse Auction on the first Saturday of every month. Larue Horse Sale, LLC, 1059 Richwood-Larue Rd., Larue, Ohio. 419.889.9150 or online at: www.laruehorsesale.com Mt. Hope Auction: Horse, Tack, Livestock Auctions Monthly. Mt. Hope Auction, 8076 OH241, Mt. Hope, OH. Call 330.674.6188, or online at: www.mthopeauction.com Sugarcreek Stockyards: Fridays: Horse sale, 11am tack, hay & horses to follow. Mondays: Livestock, hay at noon, livestock at 12:30pm. Sugarcreek Stockyards, 102 Buckeye St., Sugarcreek, OH. Call Brady 330.831.1720, or online at: www.sugarcreekstockyards.com Yoder and Frey Hay and Straw Auction: Every Monday at 12 noon. Farm Machinery Auctions: 2nd Tuesday monthly at 9am. Yoder and Frey Inc., 3649 Co. Rd. 24, Archbold, OH. 800.364.2870 | www.yoderandfreyfarm.com

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OCTOBER 13-18 – The National Drive is now at Hoosier Horse Park in Edinburgh Indiana! The Drive has come to be viewed as the largest single gathering of recreational equine drivers on the continent. Visit: www.nationaldrive.net or find The National Drive on Facebook.

OCTOBER 24 – Driving Horse Auction. Topeka Livestock Auction, 601 East Lake Street, Topeka, IN. Call 260.593.2522, email: info@topekalivestock.com. On Facebook at: Topeka Livestock Auction or visit us online at: www.topekalivestock.com

ALL show & event date listings are FREE! OCTOBER 15-17 – Friesian Fall Classic Horse OCTOBER 25 – Barrel Racing, IBRA approved Sale. Topeka Livestock Auction, 601 East Lake show. Twistn B Ranch, 3435 South Pleasant Online: No word limit. Printed: 6 line limit. Street, Topeka, IN. Call 260.593.2522, email: info@topekalivestock.com. On Facebook at: Topeka Livestock Auction or visit us online at: OCTOBER 2-4 – Indiana State Championship www.topekalivestock.com Shoot hosted by the Indiana Mounted Regulators. Hoosier Horse Park, Edinburgh, IN. OCTOBER 15-18 – Indiana Ranch Horse Assoc. Contact Connie Ricketts 260.668.1770, email: Midwest Classic. C Bar C Expo Center, 253 W. dcr@locl.net or find the “Indiana Mounted Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. Contact Jamie 317.372.6722, or email: jfellquay@ Regulators” on Facebook. gmail.com. Find the “Indiana Ranch Horse OCTOBER 3 – Valley Riders Saddle Club Open Association” on Facebook for more info. Show, 9am start. Johnson County Fairgrounds, 250 Fairgrounds St., Franklin, IN. Call Debbi OCTOBER 16-18 – 47th Annual Ghosts, Gob317.919.9973, email: dcother7@ gmail.com. lins & Barrels. 3 Day IBRA Super Show. NBHA Visit us on Facebook: Valley Riders Saddle Club 00, 02, 03, 04 approved. Hendricks County Fairgrounds, 1900 E. Main St., Danville, IN. Kaycee or at: www.valleyriders.com 317.627.5246 or Dustin 317.223.8040. https: OCTOBER 3-4 – Indiana Pinto Fall Finale Show, //ibra.us/shows/US-IN/approvedshows.php 8am start. Plus General Membership Meeting. OCTOBER 16-18 – Henry County Saddle Club Henry County Saddle Club Grounds, 2221 N. Memorial Dr., New Castle, IN. Show mgr./ Humpday Barrel Finals & Open Barrels. Henry stalls: Wyneta 317.695.5480, email: wsr Co. Saddle Club Grounds, 2221 N. Memorial duncan@aol.com, or www.indianapinto.com Drive, New Castle, IN. Contact Sarah 765.524.1648, email: hcsaddle@gmail.com or OCTOBER 4 – Indiana Miniature Equine Club online at: www.hcsaddleclub.com Show, 10am EST start. AMHA & AMHR rules apply. Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds, 1900 OCTOBER 17-18 – Speed Show, Poles, Flags, E. Main St., Danville, IN. Call IMEC Pres. Barrels. IBRA, On The Road, Nat’l. Flag Race 317.727.5153, email: banfour@yahoo.com, Assoc. approved. Best of the Best Qualifier. Al Bar Ranch, 55345 Fir Rd., Mishawaka, IN. Call online at: www.imecnews.com Linda Overholt 574.339.0141, or visit: https:// OCTOBER 9-11 – East World and Boo Bash ibra.us/shows/US-IN/approvedshows.php hosted by Indiana POAC. High Point Weekend. Sat. & Sun. 8am start. C Bar C Expo, 253 W. OCTOBER 18 – Barrel Racing, IBRA approved Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. Visit our website show. Yankeetown Arena, 13334 E. State Road at: https://indianapoac.com or you can find us 160, Henryville, IN. Contact Nat Stewart 812.736.3759, or email: natstewarthorses@ on Facebook: “Indiana POAC.” gmail.com or online at: https://ibra.us/ OCTOBER 10 – Tuff Creek Ranch Rodeo, 6pm start. Sorting, double mugging, branding, cow OCTOBER 23-25 – Barrels, IBRA approved. riding, etc. Ranch rodeo 4 man team, call in Monroe County Saddle Club, 8010 W. Elwren your team: 812.447.9579. Tuff Creek Arena, Rd., Bloomington, IN. Contact Malisa James 1150 S. 100 West Flat, Rock, IN. Find us on 812.325.0964. Email: mcsaddleclub@gmail. com, online at: www.mcsaddleclub.org or visit Facebook at: “Tuff Creek Arena” us at: https://ibra.us/ OCTOBER 10-11 – Day before The Horse Trials

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Derby Sat. Fall Harvest Horse Trials Sun. Come Again Farm, 406 W. 256th St., Sheridan, IN. Call 317.371.4688, or email: LeeAnn@come againfarm.com. Find us on Facebook or visit our website at: www.comeagainfarm.com OCTOBER 10-11 – Indiana Eventing Association Fall Clinic w/Lillian Heard. IEA members $250, non-members $280. Hoosier Horse Park, Edinburgh, IN. Contact Anne 812.322.5613, email: aevarns@comcast.net. Entry form online at: www.iea10.wildapricot.org

Ridge Rd., Scottsburg, IN. Contact Penny Barth 812.406.8512, or email: pbarth94@aol.com. Find “Twistn-B-Ranch” on Facebook, or visit the IBRA at: https://ibra.us/ OCTOBER 26-30 – Fall Draft Horse & Carriage Auction. Topeka Livestock Auction, 601 East Lake Street, Topeka, IN. Call 260.593.2522, email: info@topekalivestock.com. On Facebook at: Topeka Livestock Auction or visit us online at: www.topekalivestock.com OCTOBER 29-NOVEMBER 1 – East Central Affiliate Regional Championship Show hosted by Central Ohio Reining Horse Assoc. C Bar C Expo Ctr., 253 W Stardust Rd, Cloverdale, IN. Contact Todd 614.214.9657, email: taknerr@ att.net or visit: www.centralohioreining.com OCTOBER 31 – Barrel Racing, IBRA approved. Saddle Up Arena, 178 North Badger, Madison, IN. Contact Kelly Carr 502.645.2304. Saddle Up Arena email: mark@mcdiamond.com or visit us online at: www.saddleuparena.com or visit: https://ibra.us/

NOVEMBER NOVEMBER 1 – Barrel Racing, IBRA approved show. Twistn B Ranch, 3435 South Pleasant Ridge Rd., Scottsburg, IN. Contact Penny Barth 812.406.8512, or email: pbarth94@aol.com. Find “Twistn-B-Ranch” on Facebook, or visit the IBRA at: https://ibra.us/ NOVEMBER 6-8 – Autumn Fest ARHA Show hosted by the Illinois Ranch Horse Assoc. PLUS ILRHA’s First Futurity! C Bar C Expo Ctr., 253 W. Stardust Rd, Cloverdale, IN. Contact Kathy 708.297.1103 (text okay). Visit us online at: www.illinoisranchhorse.com

NOVEMBER 7 – Barrel Racing, IBRA approved show. Twistn B Ranch, 3435 South Pleasant Ridge Rd., Scottsburg, IN. Contact Penny Barth OCTOBER 23-25 – The Fall Color Classic 812.406.8512, or email: pbarth94@aol.com. hosted by the MI Paint Horse Club. C Bar C Expo Find “Twistn-B-Ranch” on Facebook, or visit Ctr., 253 W Stardust Rd, Cloverdale, IN. Email the IBRA at: https://ibra.us/ Kaitlin at: kaitlin.westphal@gmail.com or Tim NOVEMBER 7 – Fall Finale CT, Derby and Fun Snapp 937.308.1611, email: tsnapp@ameri Show. Come Again Farm, 406 W. 256th St., canbus.com or visit: www.miphc.com Sheridan, IN. Call 317.371.4688, or email:

OCTOBER 24 – Barrel Racing, IBRA approved. LeeAnn@comeagainfarm.com. Find us on Saddle Up Arena, 178 North Badger, Madison, Facebook “Come Again Farm” or visit our IN. Contact Kelly Carr 502.645.2304. Saddle Up website at: www.comeagainfarm.com Arena email: mark@mcdiamond.com or visit: Facebook: Saddle Up! Magazine www.saddleuparena.com or https://ibra.us/

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NOVEMBER 8 – Barrel Racing, IBRA approved show. Yankeetown Arena, 13334 E. State Road 160, Henryville, IN. Contact Nat Stewart 812.736.3759, or email: natstewarthorses@ gmail.com or online at: https://ibra.us/ NOVEMBER 13-14 – Heart of America Registered Haflinger Sale. Fri. 9am horses check in, driving starts 10am, tack 3:15pm. Sat. Driving starts 7am. C Bar C Expo Ctr., 253 W. Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. Contact Bennie Chupp 217.543.2015, or Phillip Chupp 217.543.2904 NOVEMBER 14 – Barrel Race, IBRA approved. Monroe County Saddle Club, 8010 W. Elwren Rd., Bloomington, IN. Contact Malisa James 812.325.0964. Email: mcsaddleclub@gmail. com, online at: www.mcsaddleclub.org or visit us at: https://ibra.us/ NOVEMBER 14 – Barrel Racing, IBRA approved. Saddle Up Arena, 178 North Badger, Madison, IN. Contact Kelly Carr 502.645.2304. Saddle Up Arena email: mark@mcdiamond. com or online at: www.saddleuparena.com or visit: https://ibra.us/ NOVEMBER 15 – Barrel Race, IBRA approved show. Yankeetown Arena, 13334 E. State Road 160, Henryville, IN. Contact Nat Stewart 812.736.3759, or email: natstewarthorses@ gmail.com or online at: https://ibra.us/ NOVEMBER 20-22 – Ultimate Challenge Barrel Race, IBRA Super Show. C Bar C Expo Center, 253 W. Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. Contact IBRA office: 502.239.4000, email: brad@ibra.us or visit us online: https://ibra.us C Bar C Expo: https://cbarcexpo.com/ NOVEMBER 28 – Barrel Racing, IBRA approved. Saddle Up Arena, 178 North Badger, Madison, IN. Contact Kelly Carr 502.645.2304. Saddle Up Arena email: mark@mcdiamond. com or online at: www.saddleuparena.com or visit: https://ibra.us/

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DECEMBER 5 – Barrel Race, IBRA approved. Monroe County Saddle Club, 8010 W. Elwren Rd., Bloomington, IN. Contact Malisa James 812.325.0964. Email: mcsaddleclub@gmail. com, online at: www.mcsaddleclub.org or visit us at: https://ibra.us/ DECEMBER 5 – Barrel Racing, IBRA approved. Saddle Up Arena, 178 North Badger, Madison, IN. Contact Kelly Carr 502.645.2304. Saddle Up Arena email: mark@mcdiamond. com or online at: www.saddleuparena.com or visit: https://ibra.us/ DECEMBER 6 – Barrel Racing, IBRA approved show. Yankeetown Arena, 13334 E. State Road 160, Henryville, IN. Contact Nat Stewart 812.736.3759, or email: natstewarthorses@ gmail.com or online at: https://ibra.us/ DECEMBER 11-12 – Dutch Cross Classic Horse Sale. Topeka Livestock Auction, 601 East Lake Street, Topeka, Indiana. Contact 260.593.2522, email: info@topekalive stock.com. Facebook: “Topeka Livestock Auction” or at: www.topekalivestock.com DECEMBER 12 – Barrel Race, IBRA approved show. Twistn B Ranch, 3435 South Pleasant Ridge Rd., Scottsburg, IN. Contact Penny Barth 812.406.8512, or email: pbarth94@aol.com. Find “Twistn-B-Ranch” on Facebook, or visit the IBRA at: https://ibra.us/ DECEMBER 13 – Barrel Race, IBRA approved show. Yankeetown Arena, 13334 E. State Road 160, Henryville, IN. Contact Nat Stewart 812.736.3759, or email: natstewarthorses@ gmail.com or online at: https://ibra.us/ DECEMBER 18-19 – Standardbred Trotting Breeder’s Edition Horse Sale. Topeka Livestock Auction, 601 East Lake Street, Topeka, IN. 260.593.2522, email: info@topekalivestock. com. Facebook: “Topeka Livestock Auction” or visit: www.topekalivestock.com DECEMBER 19 – Barrel Racing, IBRA approved. Saddle Up Arena, 178 North Badger, Madison, IN. Contact Kelly Carr 502.645.2304. Saddle Up Arena email: mark@mcdiamond. com or online at: www.saddleuparena.com or visit: https://ibra.us/

DECEMBER 3-6 – IKI Winter Circuit. 5 judges, AQHA, NSBA approved. C Bar C Arena, 253 W. Stardust Dr., Cloverdale, IN. Stalls: Julie Pardue 813.785.3090. Vendors: C Bar C 765.720.3251 Find us on Facebook, or visit: www.markharrell equinemarketing.com

DECEMBER 18-20 – KISSmas Juvenile Futurity & Barrel Race, IBRA Super Show held at C Bar C Expo Center, 253 W. Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. Amy Peoples 812.595.0832. Online at: https://ibra.us or visit C Bar C Expo at: https://cbarcexpo.com/

DECEMBER 4 – Barrel Racing, IBRA approved show. Twistn B Ranch, 3435 South Pleasant Ridge Rd., Scottsburg, IN. Contact Penny Barth 812.406.8512, or email: pbarth94@aol.com. Find “Twistn-B-Ranch” on Facebook, or visit the IBRA at: https://ibra.us/

DECEMBER 22-23 – Miller Yoder Christmas Horse Sale. Topeka Livestock Auction, 601 East Lake Street, Topeka, IN. Topeka LSA 260.593.2522, email: info@topekalivestock. com. Facebook: “Topeka Livestock Auction” or visit: www.topekalivestock.com

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Horse Association & Trail Riders News Let's hope that 2021 will bring some relief and in the meantime, keep yourselves safe and stay in touch. The Brighton Trail Riders Board of Directors

BRIGHTON TRAIL RIDERS ASSOCIATION The BTRA column for this month is a copy of a message that was recently sent out to all our members. The action we are taking is unprecedented, as is the effect that the Covid-19 pandemic is having on all of us. Mark Delaney, BTRA President To all the members of the Brighton Trail Riders Organization, The Brighton Trail Riders, like everything else in our world, has been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. We've had to cancel every event we had scheduled thus far in 2020 and we are very sorry to say that our big indoor event of the year, the annual banquet, won't take place. All of you will recall that the banquet, which was being billed as the “Spring Fling,” was initially postponed, and for a time, we had hopes that we could hold it in the fall. This simply won't be possible for several reasons. Limitations on indoor gatherings, restrictions on dining facilities, social distancing and other considerations have put a damper on countless events hosted by innumerable organizations, including BTRA and PTRA. We have missed our opportunities to get together at outdoor events where we've enjoyed riding the trails, socializing, sitting down at picnics, and camping. At this point, none of us know when we can do this again and only time will tell. But, that day will come sometime so we have to keep our hopes up. And, of course, many of us have still ridden the trails at Brighton and even camped, so the season has not been a complete washout. Given these unfortunate but unavoidable circumstances, our Board of Directors is taking action to relieve some of this pain. We are crediting your 2020 dues to your 2021 dues. Simply put, you won't have to make out your check to BTRA at the beginning of next year. Your membership will remain active and your dues will be up-todate throughout the next riding season. It's the least we can do for all of you who have remained loyal to our organization.

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FORT CUSTER HORSE FRIENDS ASSOCIATION Hello Trail Riders! The news for the Fall season is Equestrian CAMPING at Fort Custer Recreation Area. We are excited to see all of the trail riders using the new campground at Fort Custer! Our 7 site layout is easy for all to park, either pull-in or backin, or site #7 is a pull-through site. Each site has a picnic table, fire ring and picket poles. Corrals may be used around the picket poles. just remember to clean your site so that the next user doesn't have a mess on arrival. FCHFA has taken on the task of totally supporting these camp sites, including manure removal. It's important for all trail users to remember FCHFA's commitment to our Park and help support us with your memberships. All monies from dues and fundraising goes directly into our Equestrian Campground and Trails! Please consider joining and being part of something great for trail riders. Come enjoy the Fall colors, creeks to cross, hills, prairies. woods and lake scenery at the Park. We'd love to see you! Go to our website at www.fchfa.org for a calendar of events and membership form. Contact Nancy at 269-967-3613 for any questions. See you on the Trails, Toni Strong, FCHFA Secretary

HIGHLAND TRAIL RIDERS ASSOC. Fall riding has arrived! The bugs are gone, the colors are beautiful, and the horses have a pep in their step because of the cooler, fresher air. What a great time to enjoy the trails with friends and horses. We members at the Highland Trail Riders Association

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hope you are getting plenty of riding in and are having some of your rides in the beautiful Highland Recreation Area. Our members also hope that those who attended our camp and ride on September 11 through 13 had a great time! There was lots of riding, campfires, and a ton of laughter. It was so good seeing old friends and meeting a few new folks. Next year we hope to return to our annual poker ride and horseshoe hunt events. We have tentatively scheduled these events for May 7-9 and September 10-12. Please stay tuned for any updates. As always, information on all of our events can be found on our website at www.highlandtrailriders.com. You can also find us on Facebook at: highlandtrailridersmi We are always seeking individuals who would like to become members of our HTRA. Membership fees are a mere $15 per year. Your membership helps preserve and maintain equestrian trails, promotes our equine interests and assists in providing our camping events with set up and prizes. Membership forms can be found on our website. Please consider joining our fun loving group! Wherever you ride, be safe, have fun, and please support your favorite trail riders associations.

IONIA HORSE TRAILS ASSOCIATION The Ionia Confidence Course has been improved with deeper gravel at all obstacles. We hope this makes it a safer and more enjoyable experience for you and your trusty steed. Our approximately 100x100 arena built with a joint effort of park staff and IHTA volunteers in September 2019 is next to day staging. If you have an anxious horse you want to expose to trail riding, you'll have a safe place to "work out the kinks" before hitting the trails. We'll also be encouraging 4-H groups to hold their practices there, as well as potentially inviting clinicians and outside events in the future. THREE DAY PARKING AREAS: 1 – Normal Day Staging; 2 – Go past the day staging parking lot to the "Barn Lot" on the WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Horse Association & Trail Riders News IONIA HORSE TRAILS ASSOC., cont. same side of the road; 3 – There is also a new option to access the west end of the park more easily! It is still signed as the X Country Ski Trail, just before the beach entrance (on the opposite side of the road) when entering the park. Park staff enlarged the parking area to hold four or five horse size rigs. Please park like you expect the lot to be full when you come back. Leave room for others and plan for all rigs to be able to exit safely. Due to the Covid rules in place we have cancelled our Chili Cookoff for the weekend of October 3rd. We will still be camping and riding, so come on out and have some fall fun, anyway! If you haven't ridden Ionia this summer, you'll find a fun new by-pass just past the Overlook where the downhill run trail was so washed out and rocky. We plan to add some gravel to this new section of trail, to alleviate what could become "slippery when wet", as soon as park manpower is back to full strength. Also, when making your reservations at any state horse campground be sure to use a good email address. At the end of the season, there will be an electronic survey sent to horse campers. The state is looking for your feedback and concerns about camping with horses, and potential interactions with non-horse campers. If you register directly at the park, please ask the person working at registration to take down your email address and give it to the park supervisor so you can be included in the survey. Remember, you can ask questions or report trail issues on our Facebook page at: Ionia Horse Trails – IHTA ~ Thanks, Kristie

MAYBURY STATE PARK TRAIL RIDERS Greetings, trail riders! It is the beginning of a beautiful time in the park…..fall! Hope everyone gets a chance to enjoy the colors, they do change fast! The equestrian bridge between V and W has

been removed and the footings will be in shortly. There still remains a delay in building the bridge. Alex, a member of the Boy Scout Troop 755, is seeking donations to cover the remaining costs of materials and supplies for the replacement bridge. His Gofundme page is “Maybury Bridge Build -Alex's Eagle Project” if you feel inclined to donate! We will keep you informed of any additional progress. As with many events scheduled for this year, we have to cancel our October 3rd Spooktacular Scavenger Hunt Trail Ride. With the restrictions regarding COVID-19, we are unable to host an event in the park at this time. We hope everyone gets a chance to have their own 'spooky' ride in our park this October! As long as it is not your horse spooking! Our annual membership meeting has been set for November 11, 2020 at 6pm. Location to be determined, but most likely it will be a video conference call. Online at www.mayburytrailriders.org, on Facebook, or call 248-912-5238 for more information. If you visit Maybury, PLEASE SIGN THE REGISTRY BOOK AT THE KIOSK IN THE STAGING AREA, just so they know how many of us enjoy the park. Happy Trails, Mary Nader

MICHIGAN FOX TROTTER ASSOCIATION The Versatility Program participants have been very busy enjoying the Fall colors lately in Michigan and in other states. They have been trail riding, showing in Western Dressage and doing ground training with their Fox Trotters. You can enroll in this worthwhile program for 2021 by printing off the form from our website (www.michigan foxtrotters.com) or our Facebook page and sending it in with your check to the address on the form. Your horse will benefit, and you will be awarded a highest point prize for your age division at the end of the year. The 2020 World Fox Trotting Horse Show and Celebration held in early September in Ava, MO was a success with horses from many states having earned their champ-

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ionship awards. Congratulations to all! Guided trail rides originating from the MFTHBA showgrounds were also held in the surrounding beautiful Ozarks during the Celebration show. Make plans to attend next year! Available MFTs are in short supply in Michigan. Check with breeders Chuck Fanslow (www.riverflatranch.com) and Gale Gunders, both of Gladwin, MI for availability of their registered young stock to add to your family. They will be well-gaited and can grow up to become an integral part of your family. My four-year-old mare, who joined our family a couple of years ago, has such a friendly personality and learns her lessons quickly! She is such a joy to own! We are beginning to accept 2021 memberships now. Send yours in by printing off the membership form from our website (www. michiganfoxtrotters.com). You will have access to a wealth of useful information and be able to network with our knowledgeable members who are willing to guide you on the trails, in preparing for shows and with training your horse. We are fortunate to have skilled trainers and an excellent gaited farrier in our membership who can help you. We meet virtually every month right now but plan to hold small socially-distanced clinics next year. Most members are active trail riders who enjoy showing others the many beautiful trails in both peninsulas of Michigan. No matter what you wish to do with your versatile Fox Trotter, you are invited to spend your time with us if you choose. We have been the Michigan affiliate of the MFTHBA of Ava, MO for over 30 years. Our Regional Representative attends the monthly meetings on our behalf and supports our interests and needs to the Board of Directors there. That elected representative who is a member of our association, reports back to us each month. Please register your horse through the MFTHBA (www.MFTHBA.com) to support the organization, which also makes you eligible for the many programs that they offer. For over 30 years our mission has been to educate those interested in Missouri Fox Trotting horses as well as to promote the breeding, training and enjoyment of them in Michigan. You are warmly invited to help support our association no matter your age or ability. By Marilyn Mannino WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

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MICHIGAN TRAIL RIDERS ASSOC. The Board of directors met at an outdoor venue to discuss plans for the 2021 riding season, update on the Cheboyagan trail camp, and trail updates. Our 2021 proposed rides were approved by members and will be the same as 2020. Dates can be found on the website. Proposed site for the Cheboygan trail camp was visited by the president and DNR and it looks promising. No trails have been cleared by members this year due to restrictions but have been used and are rideble though there may be obstacles. It was voted to cancel the Setpember and October rides. As all organized rides are cancelled, one of our members, Kristen Humble, proposed a virtual shore to shore ride. This was discussed and approved by the board of directors. The ride is the 235 miles that would be the miles ridden on a shore to shore ride, but the miles may accumulated at home, on trails or in arenas, anywhere you ride! The time to complete is August 1 through October 31. A tee shirt is given for completing and If you are a member of MTRA you will also recieve a trophy. This was so well received, the A Double Cross ride was added. When completing 470 miles a double cross tee and a double cross trophy will be given. What a great Idea! When you read this there will be many who have completed the double cross. You can sign up on the website at www.MTRA.org. Also follow the progress on Facebook: Mtra virtual ride 2020.

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ROSE OAKS EQUESTRIAN FRIENDS IMPROVEMENTS AHEAD! We had a meeting with Park representatives to discuss possible improvements and how our group can be of assistance. There is the possibility of an enlarged parking area as well as changes to the walk through boxes that are designed to keep motorized vehicles from accessing the trails. Look for mounting blocks to be added in the fenced staging area as well as some “natural” mounting blocks near the bridges. New signage is in the works as well. In the spring we will be placing muck buckets and forks at the bridges to encourage cleanup of manure on the bridges. We also discussed trimming of branches at “horse height” as well as those branches that creep into the trails. There was a large branch that had grown into the first parking spot in the staging that was removed the day after our meeting. We offered to hold a Work Bee, be on the lookout for plans and a date! Because this is part of the county park system, we know that these items need to be discussed and approved at a higher level. Please be patient with the parks department as they work to get some of these things started. We felt that our ideas were welcomed and that they would like to build a cooperative relationship. We are all looking forward to seeing these items come to life!

WESTERN DRESSAGE ASSOC. OF MI Fall is here with her beautiful array of colors! It's a great time of year for a trail ride with our equine partners. I know some of you are videoing for the World Show, I would like to let you know that WDAMI will be offering ribbons to our members with the highest score in Amateur, Junior and Open at the WDAA World Championship Online Show.

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Good Luck to all our members. The WDAMI Battle of the Saddles virtual show was a great success with over ninety rides and 31 participants. Western and English Dressage classes were offered with a versatility champion, and high point award for each division and highest scoring horse/rider team in English, Western, and overall. Result are not all in yet so I will post them in November. I would like to say thank you to everyone that helped support this show. A special thank you to Kristen Kill and Jennifer Sigety for their hard work. They did an amazing job. Don't Forget to turn in your awards paperwork for year-end awards. Remember we have new added Rider Medals awards where riders can earn Bronze, Silver, and Gold medals and a belt buckle endorsed by WDAA. We have Virtual Show awards as well. NOTICE: BECAUSE OF COVID-19, the board voted that year-end awards for nonvirtual competitions in 2020 will only require two different judges instead of three. You will still be required to submit 5 scores from three different non-virtual shows. The due date for year-end award entries is November 15, 2020. Information can be found on our website. Our tip of the month comes from page 197 of the book “When Two Spines Align” by Beth Baumert: Corners are dreaded by inexperienced riders but are the saviors of experienced riders. In fact, experienced riders “prepare for the corner” when the corner isn't even there just so they can rebalance the horse. Try to make friends with your corners. Each time you let your horse “take over” in the corners or fall in, you lose him a little. Each time you can confirm the bend before the corner and then turn him with your outside aids without losing the bend or the line of travel, you improve your horse's balance and the mobility of his forehand. WDAMI is looking for sponsors for our yearend awards and educational events. If you would like to help by sponsoring, or by helping us to find sponsors, please contact us by email at: infowdami@gmail.com. Thank you for supporting one of the fastest growing equestrian sports. Be safe, have fun, enjoy your equine partner, and exercise the act of kindness to all. Until next time …. Suzanne Morisse, President of WDAMI WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

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Western Dressage: Test Levels By Lynn Palm | www.lynnpalm.com The greatest advantage of the Western Dressage discipline is that you know what you have to do with each level and test. It is not like going to a hunter show and having to learn the day of the show the course for Equitation or Hunter over fences, or a western show and having to learn the new trail or horsemanship patterns. So how do you know what level of test to show in and what do you expect to pre-enter a show? Here are my tips to know what level you need to show in and what you need to know about pre-entering. 1. Practice the tests at home and start with the first tests. Walk and trot. This is the best way to get your "feet wet" and compete with success and confidence. 2. If you have not shown in a good while and want to get back into it, find the level at which you and your horse do very well and can ride consistently. Then always start with test 1, then go to test 2, then test 3. As the number of the tests get higher, the tests become more difficult. 3. Watch for soundness and willingness from your horse. Are his ears forward or working back and forth attentively? Is he confident and happy with his rider? 4. Is your horse relaxed in his overall body with his tail relaxed, swinging at the bottom, as opposed to swishing or wringing his tail? Is he confident and in a correct balance? 5. Is your horse responding to light aids? 6. Are you riding with your eyes focused far enough ahead so you can give your horse the communication to respond to you with smoothness, confidence, and accuracy? 7. Are you learning the level and test well enough that you don't “feel lost" riding the test? This means that you are riding in a level that is suited for you and your horse. 8. Are you getting frustrated making the same mistakes? If so, go back a level or test. This is the beauty of Dressage. You stay at the level you are confident in and move up when you and your horse are ready. No pressures and please respect this. 9. If you and your horse are ready to move up a level and test, make sure that you still enter a lower test or level at the same show and day. This lower test will continue to build confidence and help you ride positively when you try your more advance test for the day or weekend. Tips for Pre-Entering: 1. Find the show in the listing from USEF/USDF approved shows, or your local schooling show, through your horse clubs or horse associations. 2. All Dressage shows have pre-entries, at least two weeks ahead, so they can make the line up of times for each level, tests, and divisions of Jr., Amateur, or Open (Pro classes). 3. Contact the show secretary through the phone or email and make sure that you meet them at the show and thank them for all their good efforts to hold the competition. 4. Upon entering your level and test, make sure that you enter the level you ride well and if you are ready to move up, enter the next higher level or test. 5. Meet the deadline of entries. Today you can do most entries OCTOBER 2020 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2020

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By Paula Stevens | MSU Horse Management Program Student Arabians and draft horses are not the only things that Michigan State University is known for. The MSU Polo Club was founded in 1999, when the Detroit Polo Club approached the MSU Horsemen's Association about forming an intercollegiate team; with the help from the Meadowview Farms Polo Club, the club was built from the ground up. Five members with foot mallets (mallets smaller than usual to be used on the ground when practicing) and a wooden horse (to be used to teach safe swinging methods) named Woody. The club has since grown to over 30 members and 11 horses, which they own. The MSU Polo Club leases a facility October through April in Mason, MI – Massman Stables, which is conveniently located fifteen minutes from campus. One of the unique features for the club is that they own the horses that have been donated and each club member has the opportunity to ride at least once a week. The horses that make up the Polo club mounts have played outdoor polo for most of their lives and come to them to finish their careers until their retirement. Most of the horses that are donated are over the age of fifteen, and club members happily accommodate their aged maintenance in order to keep happy and healthy athletes on the team. In the summer, the polo ponies go home with various members as a free lease, so as to have a vacation from polo. Members of the MSU Polo Club vary from those with ample experience to those who have never done polo before. The polo ponies teach polo at the walk all the way up to playing at a full run in a group setting. Members ride the horses and the club also hosts other intercollegiate teams to come play against them at the barn they lease. So how has Covid-19 affected the club? Members already expected a decrease in active participation and planned their budget very tightly, so as to allow returning members to continue enjoying their horses. Conditioning the horses was of the utmost importance as at their age light exercise is important: a body in motion stays in motion. The MSU Polo ponies live and breathe polo, if they didn't truly enjoy it, they would never have made it as far as they have in their careers. With MSU making the call to go completely online, the club is faced with substantial financial burdens to keep their ponies. They have already committed to a barn lease which has generously been reduced at this time, as they have been leasing this barn for the past fifteen years. They also have 2500 bales of hay

already delivered and stacked that they have to pay for. While there are a few local members who provide self-care for the ponies, it is important they pay for their debts, despite the lack of funding. The MSU Polo Club receives no university funding and is entirely member ran. They are also a non-profit and every penny made goes into their horses. Covid-19 has put a dampening on their season and they unfortunately expect that they won't be able to host their Polo at the MSU Pavilion like usual this year. So how can the community help this club out? Head to their Facebook page, Michigan State University Polo Club, where they have a fundraiser listed for direct donations; a can return fundraiser, and their MSU Polo Pals program (for students stuck at home during Covid, to enroll in a pen-pal program with their ponies for a small donation). The Polo club also accepts donations through Venmo, @msupoloclub. Their club is a 501©(3) non-profit organization and donations are a tax deductible contribution. The MSU Polo Club is just one of many organizations struggling to survive through this pandemic. We can all get through these times however, if we come together and work together. Whether it be donating to this organization or a different one in need, or simply liking a Facebook page, every little bit counts. Paula Stevens is a current student at Michigan State University, enrolled in the Horse Management Programs with plans to go on to get her bachelor's degree in business with a minor in journalism. She manages blog and Facebook page CitifiedCowgirl and also manages and operates CitifiedCowgirl Photography, and works at Chase Lake Equine Center, a barn out in Fowlerville, MI.

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