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CREST VIEW

732 E. Ash St., Mason, MI 48854 • Fax (517) 676-6586

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Shop for Christmas or get a jump on the 2011 Show Season Special Sale Hours: Fri. 7am to 7pm, Early Bird Specials 7am-9am • Sat. 8am-7pm, Sunday 10am-5pm

Take an additional 10% Off your entire purchase the first 2 hours on Friday!

$1,000 Shopping Spree

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FREE Gift with these Payment Plans, plus more in-store! Dale Chavez Western Show Saddles Sale Price $4495 $952.94 down $952.94 per mo. for 4 mos.

Textan Hand Tooled Western Show Saddles - Reg. $4495 Sale $3995 $846.94 down $846.94 per mo. for 4 mos.

Hobby Horse Chaps (all styles) $46.43 down $46.43 per mo. for 4 mos. Ultra Suede $67.63 down $67.63 per mo. for 4 mos.

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Collegiate, Bates & Crosby Hunt Dressage Saddles $275.39 down $275.39 per mo. for 4 mos.

Ariat Tall Boots $57.03 down $57.03 per mo. for 4 mos.

Ariat Monaco Boots $190.18 down $190.18 per mo. for 4 mos.

+ Receive A $185 Free Gift!

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+ Receive A $100 Free Gift!

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OVER 12 ACRES! MLS#3426403, Colf Rd, Carleton. Beautiful 3 bedroom ranch, 2 full bath, family room, large kitchen with Corian countertops, island w/Jennair cooktop, etc. Doorwall to huge brick patio. 60x112 heated pole barn, 2nd bldg 26x76, just needs fencing. Wouldn’t take much to convert to horse property. Must see. Price reduced $389,500.

All proceeds to benefit MHA, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization

Wednesday, July 20th: Saddle Horse Parade – Featuring our own 4-H Horse Club

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WestEquestrian Wind 55535 Lee Road New Hudson, MI 48165

Welcome Lauren Tucker

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Accepting New Boarders

Premier State-Of-The-Art Equestrian Facility Facility Includes: • Wash Stalls with Hot/Cold Running Water • Heated 72x200 Indoor Arena • Large Individual Cedar Lined Tack Lockers • Heated 33 Stall Barn w/Large Box Stalls • Large Outdoor Arena • 30 Acres w/Daily Turnout (can store a show trunk) • Heated/Air Conditioned Observation/Club House • Individual Paddocks • Large Pastures with Full Kitchen and Bathrooms with Showers • Top Quality Feed

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Dark Spirit’s Exclusive Sire of Champions

DARK SPIRITS EXCLUSIVE & his foals are WINNERS AGAIN IN 2010! • Futurity Sire of the Year 2009 & 2010 • WHAM Sire of the Year 2009 & 2010

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Exclusive Outlander Grand Champion Weanling shown w/breeder Mary Jane Forsythe. Owned by Susan Scott.

Exclusive Thriller 2 Year Old Futurity Winner, MSU 2010, owned & ridden by Sue Scott

Exclusive Call Girl Res. 2 Year Old Under Saddle & 2 Year Old Halter Futurity Winner, owned & ridden by Annie Adams

Exclusive Outlander 2010 Futurity Win. Shown by Noél Allen.

Exclusive Tribute ridden by Noél Allen (former owner). Owned by Jan Bennett.

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Triple Oak Farm A full service facility specializing in Tennessee Walking Horses for youth riders & youth saddle seat equitation instruction. Also offering training, breeding, riding lessons, farrier service, gait analysis & consultation.

FOR SALE: Quality Tennessee Walking Horses Boarding Available

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We Carry A Great Selection of Horse Merchandise! Horse Fabrics, Puzzles, Scrapbooking Supplies Stitchery Kits & Gift Items

IEA is a national organization modeled after the IHSA program hosted by colleges and universities around the country. High school and Middle school riders compete with the opportunity to compete at regional and national competitions. Students can win prizes and scholarships. The 2008 National Finals had more than $125,000 of scholarship money granted to IEA riders. At IEA competitions, riders do not supply their own horses or tack. The horses, saddle and other tack are all provided to the riders at the show. Essentially, the horse is new to the rider, and the scores are based upon horsemanship and equitation, not the horse. IEA is open to riders grades 6-12 at any riding level. Give us a call to be part of the team! You don’t have to board here to join.

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Horses For Sale

Rain - 3 year old Bay Paint/TB cross mare. Floaty trot & great mind. Will do well in English disciplines or as a 4-H horse. In training now.

MOORE’S MONTHLY HORSE & TACK AUCTION

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SADDLE UP! MAGAZINE NEWS BRIEFS SHOWING PINTO PAYS! It now pays to show Pinto! The Nat’l. Pinto organization has developed a payback program, “Pinto Pays,” for exhibitors earning points at any approved Pinto charter show. Tri-State Pinto offers two shows, six judges each. Check us out! The more judges, the more points earned and the more money back in your pocket! For “Pinto Pays” info and deadlines, please visit online at www.Pinto.org. Tri-State Pinto’s 2011 shows will be April 16th-17th and July 30th-31st in Berrien Springs, Michigan. For info visit www.tristatepinto.com or find us on Facebook! 4-H SHOW’S IMPACT The results have been tallied and the winners announced, the long hours of preparation and contest jitters are a distant memory, and the work to hold the event completed for another year. Thanks to on-site assistance and support from volunteers, family members and friends, the annual Michigan 4-H State Horse Show brought rewards to participants and spectators – and the local economy. Six hundred 4-H particip a n t s re p re s e n t i n g 5 5 Michigan counties competed in the three-day event held at the end of August at the MSU Pavilion in East Lansing. Exhibitors, who prequalified to compete in the event performed in a variety of class categories ranging from gymkhana classes (timed events like barrel racing) to precision-judged equitation and western and hunt seat pleasure events. They also

entered non-animal competitions in art and communication around equine-related topics. The attendance numbers translated into large dividends for the local economy. According to figures calculated from a standard formula developed by the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA), this year's State 4-H Horse Show had an estimated $840,000 economic impact on the East Lansing area. The equation took into consideration the number of horses and participants competing in the event, the approximate number of spectators, the duration of the event, and the estimated amount of money spent by each individual. East Lansing was not the only beneficiary from this event. Competitors, parents, volunteers and spectators also enjoyed the MSU Pavilion's amenities and a variety of wares offered by commercial vendors that ranged from clothing and gear to supplies for equine enthusiasts. “Without the help and support from our many volunteers, sponsors and commercial vendors, this event could not be as successful as it is every year,” acknowledges Taylor Fabus, the 2010 State 4-H Horse Show organizer. Though the State 4-H Horse Show was beneficial to the community and provided entertainment for spectators, MSU Extension equine specialist Karen Waite noted the ones to benefit the most were the 4-H participants. “The State 4-H Horse Show helps kids learn how to set goals, understand the various sides of competition, and realize the importance of

good sportsmanship and how to be first-rate competitors,” she said. “Personally, competing in this show influenced my career choice and the path that I followed. Not all of the contestants will pursue the same path that I did or continue to be involved in showing horses or the equine industry, but the experience definitely leaves them with the skills they need to learn how to achieve their goals.” “The State 4-H Horse Show is different from a regular horse show because it focuses on helping youth participants develop practical life skills,” Fabus added. “4-H works hard to combine education with competition. The events provide 4-H members with an opportunity to apply what they've learned.” The 2011 State 4-H Horse Show is scheduled for Aug. 12-14 at the MSU Pavilion. For more information on 4-H equine programs, contact Karen at kwaite@msu.edu or http://www.msue.msu.edu/h orsekids. For information on the annual State 4-H Horse Show, contact Taylor Fabus at tenlenta@msu.edu. MHC SCHOLARSHIPS It's time to apply for the Michigan Horse Council Member Scholarships! MHC offers three at $1,000 each. Application and information on the MHC website. Deadline for application: January 8, 2011. Open to any MHC member, OR member of a MHC member organization! Michigan Horse Council also offers many additional scholarships each year: • 4-H - 2 for Senior Participants at the State 4-H Show ($500 each) • MIHA - 2 for Seniors, selected by MIHA ($500 ea). (30)

• Michigan State University (apply to MSU): $1,500 to Horse Managment Student; $2,000 - Bachelor Degree (Equine emphasis); $2,000 Veterinary Medicine Student. Learn more about MHC at: www.michiganhorsecouncil. com or call: 231-821-2487 Michigan Horse Council is a 501-C-3 non-profit corp, and an affiliate of American Horse Council!

MIHA FINALS It was my great pleasure to accompany the Milford Mavericks Division A Team to the MIHA (Michigan Interscholastic Horsemanship Association) State Champs in Midland where they took the trophy home for the first time since 2006! The Milford team shares a close history with the MIHA organization, as it was founded by parents and residents of the Milford area back in the 1960s and 1970s. At the 2010 meet, it was four days of intense, close scorings. The Milford “A” Division Team won with 342 points, with Hartland being Reserve Champions with 330 points, in a very close, down to the wire competition, gaining their winning points in the very last few runs of the very last class. Milford had last won the title in 2006, and had been Reserve Champions behind Hartland in 2007, 08 and 09. Division B Champion team Williamston with 317 points came in just ahead of Fruitport's 304 points in another close competition. Division C's Champions were the Howell Equestrian Team with 342 points, followed by WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

SADDLE UP! MAGAZINE NEWS BRIEFS Lakewood's Res. Champion team with 269 points. And Custer emerged as the Division D winners, with 211 points, over Reserve Champions, Southgate Anderson with 205 points. The students rose as early as 5am to feed horses, groom and prepare and get in practice rides. Each day ended with speed classes, a crowd favorite, and school support for each team was very evident with cheerleading, school colors, and even team mascots everywhere! The announcer for the weekend, Marc DeLisle, announced that “If you go home with a voice… You weren't yelling loud enough!” Coaches gave continual guidance and support to the students all weekend, including ringside cheers and congratulations. Parents also had assigned gate and ringside duties to keep the competition running smoothly, and had hot food, warm hugs and support available at all times. Everywhere you looked, you saw the strong bonds that have formed between these kids and their horses, and the valuable life lessons that were being learned, such as responsibility, dedication and rewards for a job well done. Respectfully submitted, Cherida Davies Milford Asst. Coach ORCHA SSS NEWS The Ohio Reined Cow Horse Association is now accepting stallions for their 2011 stallion auction! Resulting foals will be eligible for the ORCHA Stakes program. The Ohio Reined Cow Horse Association, is offering stallion owners a chance to promote their product in one of the fastest growing regions

in the National Reined Cow Horse Association, the Northeast Region. In addition to exposing stallions to a new and growing audience, the foal resulting from a ORCHA Stallion Auction purchase will be eligible for the ORCHA Stakes program. An incentive prize of 20% of the total purse will be distributed to the stallion owner or nominator of highest 3 finishers of each class (Open & Non Pro Derby) of the Stallion Stakes. Stallions already nominated to the ORCHA Stallion Stakes Program include Start Me A Tab, Night Deposit Chex, Ruff Up My Chex, Shiny Ole Man, and Bid For That Playboy. Stallion owners who donate to the ORCHA stallion auction also get a free one year ad in the breeders' directory; both online and in the yearbook. 100% of auction proceeds will go to the Stakes fund. Bids start at 50% of the stallion's advertised fee! Auction will start December 1, 2010 and ends February 27, 2011 at 12 noon. “This is a great opportunity for cow horse, cutting and reining stallion owners to advertise their stallion in the Northeast, where cow horse is growing at such a rapid pace,” says Carrie McBride, ORCHA director. “I also see it benefiting our mare owners, giving them access to some of the great cow horse bloodlines that they may never have thought of.” Without support from its generous sponsors, ORCHA would not be possible. Just Like Starlight, Roseberry Cattle Company, DAC, R o s e l l Tr a i l e r S a l e s , Heartbreak Ridge Performance Horses, Taylor Performance Horses, McBride Cow Horses, Triple F Ranch, Veal

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SLEEPY HOLLOW TRAIL RIDERS Next Board Meeting is Nov. 9 at Pat Brown's. 2011 plans: February 5, 2011 Annual Meeting and new event possibilities w/ the old road as a multi-use non-motorized trail. This summer's special event usage of the abandoned roadway proved its mileage was a draw for equestrian use. Oct. 8-10, it was opened for riders and carts drivers who enjoyed the scenic views over the dam and along the lake. It adds needed mileage to Sleepy Hollow's equestrian system and will be a great area to ride when the trails are spring sloppy. “Fantastic! Phenomenal! Great for Driving!” were some of the quotes from excited users. Look forward to special event use only. Oct. 8-11 was the weekend for SHTRA's Ichabod Crane Day. The weekend's weather was fantastic and the participant turnout was overwhelming. Saturday's horse drawn wagon rides were given by the big draft teams of Russ and Julie Stickle, Amber and TJ Hunt, Gary and Sharon Fortin, Al and Cheryl Goodrich and Nancy Caulfield's tiny mini team. SHTRA deeply appreciates these owners' time and efforts to do this event. Pat Brown w/ Bennie rode for hours as the Headless Horseman proving that Washington Irving's legend lives on. Mike Woods was attired as Ichabod, the old schoolmaster, and Sue Chant was costumed as his companion, Katrina. They rode the public campground and wagon route to interact with the wagon riders. Back at the beach parking lot, the Great Pumpkin's weight of 81 lbs. was guessed at. Thanks to Gale and Lori Moore for donating it to the lucky family. The Myron Karsten family and friends hosted pumpkin bowling, giant bubble blowing, creepy sandbox digging, and the eyeball jar. Mary Wrigley donated the use of her horse Breeze and burro, Washtenaw for finger painting. Yup, that's right! Paint the ***! My, how creative SHTRA folks can get! The 50/50 drawing was won by Sue Chant who donated her winnings back to SHTRA! Thanks to all who donated their time volunteering helping out in so many ways. The Country Store, St. Johns, MI, donated candy for the kids. Gale Moore fired up the grill and grilled brats, burgers

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important concern at large breeding farms with dense populations of mares and foals and many horses coming and going. Rhodococcus pneumonia develops slowly, and by the time you notice clinical signs, it may already be fairly advanced. Some foals don't show any symptoms of respiratory distress until they are dangerously ill. The early signs of foal pneumonia include abnormal lung sounds, nasal discharge, coughing when the foal gets to his feet or after running, and an elevated respiratory rate and/or distressed respiratory efforts. Sometimes there is nasal discharge and a crusty nose; some foals in respiratory distress will pant like a dog. Most foals with early symptoms continue to be bright and alert, becoming lethargic and reluctant to eat only as the symptoms progress. (Check to see whether the mare has a full udder.) Some avoid lying down, because it increases their breathing difficulties. The symptoms can sometimes be even more difficult to identify in newborn foals than in older ones. Foals who develop septicemia (“joint ill” or “navel ill”) through umbilical infections can end up with lung infections via the bloodstream – and this type of pneumonia may remain at the alveolar level (in the tiny air sacs of the lungs) or the interstitial level (between the layers of tissue in the lung's lining). These don't produce the crackling or wheezing sounds you would ordinarily detect in bronchial pneumonia, nor any coughing, so the disease can escalate to a very serious state without anyone considering pneumonia as a possibility. Such a foal may sometimes just appear a little

PERILOUS PNEUMONIA By Karen Briggs, Green Grass Features

What do you do when your horse's respiratory infection turns ugly? When your horse's common variety respiratory infection escalates to pneumonia, you may suddenly be faced with a lifeor-death situation. Pneumonia, usually defined as any severe respiratory disease characterized by inflammation of the lung tissue with congestion, is generally caused by an opportunistic secondary infection (either viral or bacterial) which takes advantage of a battered immune system to take hold and make things infinitely worse. In adult horses, pneumonia is often triggered by a case of “shipping fever,” any of a number of low-grade respiratory infections picked up in the moist, closed environment of a horse trailer over the course of a longdistance trip and exacerbated by the stress of the journey. In foals, it is frequently the result of Rhodococcus equi infection, a virulent

bacterium which seems to target foals less than six months of age and can send them spiraling from good health to death's door in a matter of days or hours. There are also other types of pneumonia, several of which I'll outline below. The commonality is that they all need to be approached with the utmost seriousness. PNEUMONIA IN FOALS Pneumonia is one of the most common diseases of foals aged one to six months. Apart from injuries and wounds, it is the leading cause of death in horses of this age group. Because the immune systems of foals are still developing, they can be vulnerable to any number of infectious diseases. Though there are a number of bacteria and viruses which can trigger foal pneumonia, the aforementioned Rhodococcus is most often responsible for severe cases. It lurks in the soils of horse farms and thrives wherever there is manure from grazing animals; it is an especially

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too quiet or easily fatigued. Because Rhodococcus pneumonia can affect such a high proportion of foals (up to 30% in one 2004-2005 survey of Kentucky horse farms) and has such a high fatality rate, it has been the focus of some dedicated research efforts. A vaccine is still out of reach, but antibiotics such as rifampin can be instrumental if administered early (often in a hospital setting). Transfusions of hyperimmune plasma, while expensive and sometimes hard to source, can reduce the severity of Rhodococcus pneumonia, but foals who survive R. equi tend to suffer the after-effects for years beyond. In several s t u d i e s , f o r ex a m p l e , Thoroughbred pneumonia survivors were less likely to make it to the races as twoyear-olds than Thoroughbred foals that had never contracted the disease. Most researchers, therefore, feel that the most important focus is prevention of Rhodococcus pneumonia. Understanding the environmental conditions that might make infection more likely among foals is one piece of the puzzle; how to design a vaccine which can stimulate immunity to the bacterium very early in a foal's life is the other. The latter may well require a novel approach to vaccination which hasn't yet been explored. PARASITIC PNEUMONIA Though it's unusual in horses, pneumonia caused by a parasitic infection of lungworms (Dictyocaulus arnfieldi) is fairly common in donkeys and mules – and in horses pastured with them. In foals, parasitic pneumonia can also sometimes be caused by ascarids, also known as roundworms, parasites which migrate WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

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stressful performance event like a race, malnutrition, stressful living conditions (such as overcrowding), or general anaesthesia. Bringing a horse back into work too soon after a viral infection such as EHV (equine herpes virus) or strangles is another c o m m o n t r i g g e r. L e s s common is the aspiration of food particles into the lungs, sometimes after an episode of choke. Because trailers tend to have very poor ventilation, the abysmal air quality combined with the stress of travel may make longdistance shipping the

culture of the pathogen(s). In rare cases, pneumonial infections become localized and walled off in the form of an abscess. When this happens, there may be no symptoms at all, until the horse suffers sudden, acute respiratory distress during exercise, which is the result of the abscess rupturing or leaking when activity levels increase. Treatment of bacterial pneumonia usually consists of intravenous antibiotics, bronchodilators, and expectorant drugs to help relieve respiratory distress. The sooner the treatment begins,

highest-risk scenario of all – but any of these predisposing situations can impair the normal respiratory defense mechanisms and allow pneumonia to take hold. One of the challenges of adult bacterial pneumonia is that the symptoms can vary from the subtle – exercise intolerance, lethargy, and decreased appetite – to nasal discharge, fever, laboured breathing, coughing, and re s p i r a t o r y d i s t re s s . A stethoscope will reveal abnormal chest sounds, and squeezing the larynx gently from the outside may induce coughing. The diagnosis of pneumonia is generally confirmed via blood cell counts, ultrasound, and/or trans-tracheal washes for

the better the prognosis. It is also vital to give a recovering horse enough time to rest and recuperate before he begins work again. Ask your veterinarian for guidance.

ASPIRATION PNEUMONIA Aspiration pneumonia is yet another bullet that newborn foals have to dodge. If they have trouble swallowing while learning to nurse, they can aspirate milk into their lungs. This is especially common in bottlefed foals or those with cleft palates. When milk is aspirated, it can introduce bacteria to the lungs which can trigger pneumonia. PNEUMONIA IN ADULTS Pneumonia in adult horses is a somewhat different critter than it is in foals. It's often bacterial in origin, with Streptococcus zooepidemicus – a normal inhabitant of the upper respiratory tract – the most common culprit. (Other suspects may include Actinobacillus, E. coli, and Klebsiella – singly or even all at once.) Bacterial pneumonia in adult horses usually follows an initial stressor, which might be anything from a viral infection such as equine influenza, to long-distance shipping (hence the expression, “shipping fever”), a

PLEUROPNEUMONIA Pleuritis is an inflammation of the pleural surface – the outer lining of the lung and the inside lining of the chest wall. When it's combined with pneumonia, it becomes pleuropneumonia, which fur ther complicates an already bad situation by adding an accumulation of fluids and exudate in the pleural space, and the formation of pulmonary abscesses. Horses with pleuropneumonia have labored (41)

breathing, an increased respiratory rate, lose weight, and often have edema. The condition can be extremely painful, causing the horse to stand with his elbows away from his ribcage as much as possible. Affected animals often seem reluctant to cough or to move as well. The buildup of fluid within the thoracic cavity muffles the horse's lung sounds in a characteristic way your veterinarian will recognize when he/she listens with a stethoscope. Radiographs and/or ultrasound may be needed to diagnose pleuropneumonia, revealing the presence of pleural fluid, thickening, or abscesses. The pleural fluid can be tapped and cultured if necessary, to determine which pathogens are involved and direct the course of treatment. From there, your veterinarian can begin an aggressive course of antibiotic and analgesic treatment, often combined with the installation of a chest tube to help drain the fluid. The prognosis for pleuropneumonia, unfortunately, is guarded; horses who recover usually end up convalescing for six months or more. In one 1996 study of Thoroughbred racehorses who contracted pleuropneumonia, however, an encouraging 61% did eventually return to racing. Always consult your equine veterinarian with health questions and concerns. Award-winning journalist KAREN BRIGGS is the author of several equine books and contributes to numerous magazines t h ro u g h o u t t h e w o r l d including Equus, The Horse, Horse Illustrated, Eventing and Dressage Today. She lives in Canada. WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

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BATTLE FOR THE SADDLE

ENGLISH PERFORMANCE HIGH POINT SPONSOR ERICKA UTZ

Holiday Showdown December 17-19, 2010

Alliance by Lynn Palm “Victoire” All Purpose Hunt Seat Saddle

MSU Livestock Pavilion, East Lansing, Michigan Judges: Fri. Casey Davies, Sat. (Novice) Jason Huffman, Sat. (Bling) Marc DeLisle, Sun. Joe Gill

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ShoMe The Money Battle For The Saddle Holiday Showdown • December 17-19, 2010, MSU Pavilion Warm & Fuzzy, Show Clothes Optional! • Award Saddles, Custom Buckles, Jackets! Class Prizes 1st-6th, Victory Lap Classes & Sweeps Organized Warm-Ups Keep YOU Safe! • Over 300 Heated Stalls in Main Barn! • Showing, Shopping, Family Fun, An Unforgettable Event! FRIDAY NIGHT SCHOOLING SHOW FRIDAY 7pm- $2/class at the Gate. Training Dev. OK 1 Showmanship- Walk Trot All Ages 2 Showmanship- Novice Horse/Rider 3 Showmanship- Youth 18 & Under 4 Showmanship- 19 & Over 5 Showmanship- Swap-A-Horse- Winner Takes All! 6 Hands-Free Showmanship Practice Class, Give it a try! **10 Min Break- Dedicated Youth Warm Up **10 Min Break- Dedicated Adult Warm Up 7 English Pleasure- Walk Trot All Ages 8 English Pleasure Novice Horse/Rider 9 English Pleasure Youth 18 & Under 10 English Pleasure 19 & Over 11 English Equitation- Walk Trot All Ages 12 English Equitation- Novice Horse/Rider 13 English Equitation- Youth 18 & Under 14 English Equitation- 19 & Over **10 Min Break- Dedicated Youth Warm Up **10 Min Break- Dedicated Adult Warm Up 15 Western Pleasure- Walk Trot All Ages 16 Western Pleasure Novice Horse/Rider 17 Western Pleasure Youth 18 & Under 18 Western Pleasure 19 & Over 19 Western Horsemanship- Walk Trot All Ages 20 Western Horsemanship- Novice Horse/Rider 21 Western Horsemanship- Youth 18 & Under 22 Western Horsemanship- 19 & Over 23 Victory Lap Bareback Sweeps- Winner Takes All! 24 Bridleless Pleasure Practice Class, Give it a try! 25 “Santa Says” Command Class - Winner Takes All! 26 Musical Muck buckets- Bring bucket & horse! NOVICE KNOCKOUT & WALK-TROT SHOWDOWN High Point Awards: W-T 10 & under, W-T 11-18, W-T 19 & over, Novice Rider 18 & under, Novice Rider 19 & over SATURDAY MORNING - 9am Start Classes Marked “(Open to Anyone)” may be entered by any Open rider including those that are not competing in a WalkTrot or Novice Division. 8:00am- 15 Min - Longeing Session A $1/Horse 8:15am- 15 Min - Longeing Session B $1/Horse ** Drag Arena 27 Open Halter- Junior Horse 2 & Under (Open to Anyone) 28 Open Halter- Geldings/Stallions All Ages (Open to Anyone) 29 Open Halter- Mares All Ages (Open to Anyone) 30 Open Color Halter- 100% Color (Open to Anyone) 31 Open Showmanship Sweepstakes (Open To Anyone) 32 Showmanship- Pee-Wee Walk Only 10 & Under 33 Showmanship- Walk-Trot Horse (All Age Riders) 34 Showmanship- Walk-Trot Rider, 10 & Under 35 Showmanship- Walk-Trot Rider, 11-18 36 Showmanship- Walk-Trot Rider, 19 & Over 37 Showmanship- Novice Canter Rider, 18 & Under 38 Showmanship- Novice Canter Rider, 19 & Over 39 Showmanship- Swap-A-Horse- Winner Takes All! 40 Open Showmanship Obstacle Sweeps (Open To Anyone) 41 Open Stick Horse Showmanship (Open to Anyone) **15 Min Break- Dedicated Youth Warm Up **15 Min Break- Dedicated Adult Warm Up **15 Min Break - Open Warm-Up + 15 min Drag Arena 42 Victory Lap English Pleasure Sweeps (Open to Anyone) 43 English Walk-Trot Sweeps- All Ages, W/T, Nov. Riders Only 44 English Equitation/Pleasure- Pee-Wee Walk Only 10 & Und. 45 English Pleasure- Walk Trot Horse 46 English Pleasure- Walk Trot Rider 10 & Under 47 English Pleasure- Walk Trot Rider 11-18 48 English Pleasure- Walk Trot Rider 19 & Over 49 English Pleasure- Novice Canter Rider 18 & Under 50 English Pleasure- Novice Canter Rider 19 & Over 51 English Pleasure- Novice Canter Horse 52 Open English Pleasure- All Ages (Open to Anyone) 53 Open English Equitation Sweepstakes (Open to Anyone)

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English Equitation- Walk Trot Horse English Equitation- Walk Trot Rider 10 & Under English Equitation- Walk Trot Rider 11-18 English Equitation- Walk Trot Rider 19 & Over English Equitation- Novice Canter Rider 18 & Under English Equitation- Novice Canter Rider 19 & Over Open English Equitation- All Ages (Open to Anyone) **15 Min Break- Dedicated Youth Warm Up **15 Min Break- Dedicated Adult Warm Up ** Open Warm Up & Drag Arena Leadline 6 & Under- FREE Entry! Open Western Walk-Jog Sweeps (Open to Anyone/Any Horse) Open Western Easy Loper Sweepstakes (Open to Anyone) Western Horsemanship/Pleasure -Pee-Wee Walk 10 & Under Western Pleasure- Walk Trot Horse Western Pleasure- Walk Trot Rider 10 & Under Western Pleasure- Walk Trot Rider 11-18 Western Pleasure- Walk Trot Rider 19 & Over Western Pleasure- Novice Canter Rider 18 & Under Western Pleasure- Novice Canter Rider 19 & Over Western Pleasure- Novice Canter Horse Victory Lap Western Pleasure- All Ages (Open to Anyone) Western Horsemanship- Walk Trot Horse Western Horsemanship- Walk Trot Rider 10 & Under Western Horsemanship- Walk Trot Rider 11-18 Western Horsemanship- Walk Trot Rider 19 & Over Western Horsemanship- Novice Canter Rider 18 & Under Bridleless Pleasure Practice Class, no judge. N/C for BBB

BRIDLELESS BATTLE FOR THE BLING Bridleless High Point: Youth & Adult Awards SATURDAY NIGHT - 7pm Start Note: Exhibitors must enter 4 of 5 offered BBB classes to be eligible for The Bridleless Battle For The Bling Finale. Awards for Finale Entrants. Top 3 Riders from youth & adult will be invited back to ride in Finale. 6:45pm- 15 Min - Dedicated Bridleless Warm-Up 79 Hands-Free Showmanship- Youth 18 & Under 80 Hands-Free Showmanship- 19 & Over 81 Hands-Free Agility Pattern- Youth 18 & Under (Simple Pattern) 82 Hands-Free Agility Pattern- 19 & Over (Simple Pattern) **20 Min Break 83 Bridleless Equitation/Horsemanship - Youth 18 & Under 84 Bridleless Equitation/Horsemanship - 19 & Over 85 Bridleless Pleasure- Youth 18 & Under 86 Bridleless Pleasure- 19 & Over 87 Bridleless Bareback Pleasure- Youth 18 & Under 88 Bridleless Bareback Pleasure- 19 & Over 89 Bridleless Battle for The BLING Finale- Youth vs Adult! BATTLE FOR THE SADDLE High Point Saddles: Overall English & Western Horses High Point Awards: 13 & Under, 14-18, 19-39, 40 & Over, Walk-Trot & Novice Rider SUNDAY - 9am Start 8:00am- 15 Min - Longeing Session A $1/Horse 8:15am- 15 Min - Longeing Session B $1/Horse ** Drag Arena 90 Open Halter Sweepstakes 91 Color Halter- Judged 100% Color 92 Junior Horse Halter 2 & Under 93 Stallions All Ages Halter 94 All Ages Mares Halter- Stock Type 95 All Ages Geldings Halter- Stock Type 96 All Ages Halter Fine/Pleasure Type Mares 97 All Ages Halter Fine/Pleasure Type Geldings 98 Grand and Reserve Halter (1st & 2nd Place from 92-97) 99 Make-It-Up As You Go Showmanship Sweeps

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Open Showmanship Sweepstakes Showmanship Walk-Trot Rider, All Ages Showmanship Novice Rider, All Ages Youth Showmanship- 13 & Under Youth Showmanship- 14-18 Showmanship- 19-39 Showmanship- 40 & Over Showmanship- Swap-A-Horse Winner Takes All! 108 Showmanship Obstacle Pattern-18 & Under*** 109 Showmanship Obstacle Pattern-19 & Over*** 110 Yearling Longe Line **15 Min Break- Dedicated Youth Warm Up **15 Min Break- Dedicated Adult Warm Up **15 Min Break- Open Warm Up+15 min Drag Arena 111 Victory Lap English Big Trotter Sweeps ++ 112 Open English Pleasure Sweepstakes ++ 113 English Pleasure- Walk-Trot Rider, All Ages 114 English Pleasure- Novice Rider, All Ages + 115 English Pleasure- Green Horse, All Ages 116 Youth English Pleasure- 13 & Under + 117 Youth English Pleasure- 14-18 + 118 English Pleasure- 19-39 + 119 English Pleasure- 40 & Over + 120 Open English Equitation Sweepstakes ++ 121 English Equitation- Walk-Trot Rider, All Ages 122 English Equitation Novice Rider, All Ages + 123 Youth English Equitation- 13 & Under + 124 Youth English Equitation- 14-18 + 125 English Equitation- 19-39 + 126 English Equitation- 40 & Over + **15 Min Break- Dedicated Youth Warm Up **15 Min Break- Dedicated Adult Warm Up **15 Min Break- Open Warm-Up+15 min Drag Arena 127 Leadline 6 & Under- FREE Entry! 128 Western Walk-Jog Sweepstakes - All Ages ++ 129 Victory Lap Western Easy Loper Sweeps (Lope Only) ++ 130 Open Western Pleasure Sweepstakes ++ 131 Western Pleasure Walk-Trot Rider, All Ages 132 Western Pleasure Walk-Trot Horse, All Ages 133 Western Pleasure Novice Rider, All Ages + 134 Youth Western Pleasure- 13 & Under + 135 Youth Western Pleasure- 14-18 + 136 Western Pleasure- 19-39 + 137 Western Pleasure- 40 & Over + 138 Open Western Horsemanship Sweeps ++ 139 Western Horsemanship - Walk-Trot Rider, All Ages 140 Western Horsemanship Novice Rider, All Ages+ 141 Youth Western Horsemanship- 13 & Under + 142 Youth Western Horsemanship- 14-18 + 143 Western Horsemanship- 19-39 + 144 Western Horsemanship- 40 & Over + 145 Open Reining - NRHA Pattern, All Ages

High Point Saddles Sponsored By: Tom Moore Horse Sales & Ericka Utz Classes Marked with ""+"" or ""++"" are counted toward English & Western Performance Horse Saddles. Classes with ""++"" are double pointed. 1st = 6 points in classes 6 horses or more. Total Possible English Points = 48 Total Possible Western = 60 Book Early, Stalls Are Selling Fast! Stalls $40 paid by Nov. 17th & $45 after Nov. 17th $2 Friday Classes, $5 Sat/Sun Classes, $10 Sweeps Haul In Fri. After 12pm • 2010 Neg. Coggins Req. Class list subject to change

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Get your finances ready for year-end taxes! We can take information from your bank account or create a QuickBooks file for you to use (with instruction & help) or do your monthly bookkeeping. Visit www.TotalEquestrian.biz for info. Suzanne Howard Ann Arbor, MI (Washtenaw) S10/11 (313) 575-8823

LETTUCE DUIT - Your complete source for awards! Featuring ribbons, trophies, plaques, sashes, tiaras & more! Custom designs available. Shop online or call us today! www.LettuceDuit.com LETTUCE DUIT Galien, MI (Berrien) Nov. (269) 545-3521 or 1-800-947-5223

ANIMAL RESCUE/REHAB HORSES’ HAVEN: a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit humane care & adoption organization for horses, ponies & donkeys. Visitors welcome by appointment, give us a call! Please email horseshaven2@aol.com or visit www.horseshaven.org for more information. HORSES’ HAVEN Howell, MI (Livingston) HMC-3/11 (517) 548-4880 or horseshaven2@aol.com LUCKY STAR FARMS, LLC, offers rehab services for the equine athlete! Our services include Game Ready cold compression therapy, hydrohorse equine water treadmill, hand walking, bandages, meds, etc. Visit our website: www.luckystarfarms.webs.com Webberville, MI (Ingham) Nov. (517) 515-0518

ARENA/FACILITY RENTAL 60x220 Indoor Arena for rent! Lucky Star Farms, LLC, offers haul-in arena rentals for $10/horse. Monthly rates available. Heated viewing area & full bathroom. Visit www.luckystarfarms.webs.com Webberville, MI (Ingham) Nov. (517) 515-0518 Arena rental – 60x120 indoor arena – heated observation room. Daily & monthly rates. Visit our website: www.windyridgehorsefarm.com WINDY RIDGE HORSE FARM Holly/Rose Twp., MI (Oakland) S11/10 (248) 798-6126 Indoor arena & stalls for rent: easy access to I-96 & US-23. Eight stalls & 60x120 indoor. Outdoor round pen & paddocks. Between Howell & Hartland, MI, available immediately. Boarding & additional stalls available. Howell, MI (Livingston) Nov. (517) 546-3351

AUTOMATIC WATERERS Nelson Automatic Waterers – installed from start to finish. Many units to choose from. Maintenance free, time saving, & energy efficient. Repairs available. Underground wire installation for barrierfree pet fencing. Most systems installed in one day. Horse fence installion. R. BARNES CO., INC. Howell, MI (Livingston) S5/11 (517) 545-8514 (office) or (313) 407-7373 (cell) Nelson Automatic Waterers – repair & maintenance. Most parts in stock, quick response. Will travel. WATERFIX COMPANY – John Dexter, MI (Washtenaw) S6/11 (734) 475-8898 or (313) 418-5676

BOARDING 18 miles of riding trails at Brighton Recreation State Park. Large outdoor arena. Lessons & Training on site. Boarding starts at $175 month. Visit us online at www.BrightonRecRidingStable.com BRIGHTON REC RIDING STABLE Howell, MI (Livingston) S3/11 (810) 534-5063 A+ Boarding – Birch Run, MI, area. Stall or pasture, 50x160 indoor arena, indoor round pen, heated tack & wash area, customized lessons & clinics with 15 years experience. Arena rental available. Visit www.KatieMooreFarms.com KM FARMS Birch Run, MI (Saginaw) Nov. (989) 798-8983 ARTIST PALATTE PAINTS (formerly Hickory View) 1 mile north of Genesee County Parks Cummings Center. Indoor & outdoor arenas, daily turnout, individual paddocks, tack lockers, family-oriented. Partial board $125 or full board $225. Chris Mt. Morris, MI (Genesee) S3/11 (810) 653-5468 A barn full of opportunities for boarders: indoor & outdoor arenas, round pen, timed lighting, acres of groomed trails, riding lessons. Horses are fed twice daily, daily turnout, box stalls. Large, well lit wash rack & grooming areas. Clinics. Consignment shop. Tack lockers & bathroom. Base rate $275. We are located 20-30 minutes from Jackson, Mason, Lansing & Chelsea, Michigan. For more info, email: mackinderpaintquarterhorses@hotmail.com MACKINDER PAINT AND QUARTER HORSES Munith, MI (Jackson) S11/10 (517) 596-2412 Boarding: WEST HIGHLAND FARM offers quality boarding to all breeds. Indoor arena, daily turnout (weather permitting). Hay/grain 2x daily. Reasonable rates. Stalls available, $285/month. Multi-horse discount. Lessons are available by Wendy. WEST HIGHLAND FARM Willis, MI (Washtenaw) S5/11 (734) 461-6233 or (734) 461-0958 Boarding available, daily turn out, custom feeding, 7 separate pastures, lessons; western, hunt seat, dressage & showmanship. 60x120 outdoor arena, 64x144 indoor arena, dirt roads for trail riding, horses wormed every two months. Between Dexter & Chelsea. $325 stall, $250 pasture board. THE HORSE HOTEL – Mary Dexter, MI (Washtenaw) S5/11 (734) 426-2811

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Boarding available, Grand Blanc. Feed daily, turnout, stalls cleaned daily, 50x150 indoor arena, 80x220 outdoor arena, tack room, observation room, bathroom. $250 stall, $175 pasture. Family friendly. LUCKY D RANCH – Gregg Grand Blanc, MI (Genesee) M12/10 (810) 287-5103 Boarding, central Michigan: box stalls, feed, daily turnout, indoor arena privileges, excellent care. $300 per month. Call for info. Susie Walton Rosebush, MI (Isabella) M11/10 (989) 433-2925 Boarding close to Ann Arbor, I-94. A private barn has opening for one or two riders. Indoor/outdoor arena, quality turnout. All disciplines welcome. Dexter, MI (Washtenaw) S11/10 (734) 972-9414 or roonfarm@attg.net BOB & MARILEE’S WILDWOOD FARMS: 17 years same owners. Matted stalls, closet tack lockers, 60x120 indoor, 3 outdoor arenas, 70’ round pen, trail challenge area, 2 wash racks, heated clubhouse w/ restroom. Daily turnout in 22 private pastures. Plenty of dirt roads to roam! $400/month. Rushton Rd., South Lyon, MI (Oakland) S4/11 (248) 437-6922 Brighton-South Lyon, MI, area farm has pasture board; also 1 stall available. Acres of pasture, home grown hay, access to shelter. Heated tack room, restroom, lockers. Trails available, outdoor riding arena & round pen. Bedding for sale. TUTHILL FARMS & COMPOSTING, Inc. South Lyon, MI (Livingston) S9/11 (248) 207-6201 or www.TuthillFarms.com CAPRIOLE MEADOWS, LLC – Small private barn in Chelsea, MI. Offering customized care. Boarding. Dressage lessons. Chelsea, MI (Washtenaw) HMC-4/11 (734) 475-0203 FRA-MAR FARM – Byron, MI. Indoor & outdoor arena. Heated observation room with bath. Deeply bedded stalls. Attached individual paddocks or pasture turnout. Intercom system. Heated buckets. Training & lessons. Byron, MI (Shiawassee) S9/11 (517) 375-1410 or canzonet@earthlink.net Get your buddy inside for the winter! $185 includes stall, daily turnout, feed twice per day. Owosso, MI (Shiawassee) Nov. (989) 725-8569 HAP’N ACRES – Howell, MI. Daily turnout; fed 3x day; hot/cold wash rack; private lockers; arena; round pen; groomed pastures; personalized care; stalls available for 2 geldings. Discount for first four months! Call for more information. Cheryl Howell, MI (Livingston) S3/11 (517) 546-3943

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SADDLE UP! MAGAZINE CLASSIFIEDS BOARDING, Cont. Happy Horse Boarding with Shannon Lynch, D.V.M. Quality care & feeding. Indoor & outdoor arenas. Large grass pastures. Very quiet, private, relaxed setting. Howell, MI (Livingston) S6/11 (517) 540-0780 Home-style boarding. Looking for a family to board their horses at my home. We have 4 paddocks & an arena/pasture, & barn. Ride to Cohoctah Park. $200 per month, per horse. Howell, MI (Livingston) Nov. (517) 376-6746 Horse boarding, Rose Center, MI. $425 per month stall board. Rose Center, MI (Oakland) Nov. (248) 331-3654 Indoor Arena, ride to Maybury, no trailer needed. 25 acres of pastures. Pasture & stall board. $300$400 a month. Heated observation room. Reining horse footing. Adult facility. Riding buddies. Northville, MI (Wayne) Nov. (248) 767-9599 LUCKY STAR FARMS, LLC, offers 60x220 well-lit indoor arena, 100x200 outdoor, oversized 12x15 box stalls, daily turnout, heated viewing room & full bathroom. $325/month. Visit our website online at www.luckystarfarms.webs.com Webberville, MI (Ingham) Nov. (517) 515-0518 MAJESTIC OAK STABLES, LLC – private horse boarding, indoor & outdoor arenas, specialized feed program, daily turnout, matted stalls. For more info visit us online at www.majesticoakstables.com Cheryl Carsley, LVT Howell, MI (Livingston) Nov. (517) 545-9559 New Boarding/Training facility with large indoor & outdoor arenas, round pens, shower stall & large pastures. Horse sales, leasing & training. Lessons in basic horsemanship, western, reining & jumping. Disabled are welcome. LEGEND LAND South Lyon, MI (Livingston) S9/11 (248) 486-0925 OVER EASY FARM, spacious stalls, rubber mats, premium bedding. Outside board, manicured pastures, large run-ins, heated water. 60x120 indoor, Olympic sized outdoor. Individualized feeding program, lessons, training, trails. Lapeer, MI (Lapeer) S1/12 (810) 938-1856 Private Boarding, heated barn: timed lighting, indoor/outdoor arenas, matted 8x10 stalls cleaned twice daily, excellent care, quality feed. Turnout available. Hot water, tack room, heated bathroom. $350 per month. HORSEFEATHERS FARM Lapeer, MI (Lapeer) S10/11 (810) 614-6219

Private, quiet farm. Indoor arena, mirrors. Round pen, 3 pastures. Grass hay, balanced minerals. Lessons. Hoof rehab, natural barefoot hoofcare. $275 Linden, MI (Genesee) S5/11 (810) 735-7770 Quality care, individualized feeding, daily turnout. Offering: rider-wellness program using yoga; large indoor & outdoor arenas; show team; horses for lease; young rider & adult lesson programs; transportation services. All disciplines welcome. Visit us online at www.CavalloFarm.net CAVALLO EQUINE CENTRE – Lyn Ypsilanti, MI (Washtenaw) Nov. (734) 480-3532 or email info@CavalloFarm.net RISING STAR STABLES – brand new facility with 60x120 indoor arena, small group turnout, stalls cleaned daily, individual tack lockers. Lessons available. Ask about our new lower prices! Clio, MI (Genesee) Nov. (810) 691-5855

CONSTRUCTION BRANSTOCK BUILDINGS, steel buildings & barns, arenas, stall barns, hay barns, custom stalls. Kits or installed. Standing seam roofing – re-roof or new. Visit www.BranstockBuildings.com Wixom, MI (Oakland) HMC-4/11 1-888-799-6918 LYNNMAN CONSTRUCTION – Wick Buldings: Equine, Agricultural, Residential & Commercial. Engineered Post frame buildings. Follow us on Facebook! Visit www.LynnmanConstruction.com Keith Morrice, MI (Shiawassee) HMC-5/11 (517) 625-5558, keith@lynnmanconstruction.com

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RUSSELL TRAINING CENTER – training, lessons, boarding, sales, Michigan Apple Blossom Classic Open Horse Shows. Email rtrainct@aol.com or visit online at www.RussellTrainingCenter.com Williamston, MI (Ingham) HMC-5/11 Mark & Carol Russell: (517) 655-4712 TIFFANY’S SHOW HORSES – new state-of-the-art facility now accepting deposits for stalls! Opened October 1st. Take your showing experience to the next level! Training & lessons available. Deckerville, MI (Sanilac) Nov. Tiffany: (810) 656-4485 TLC STABLES, convenient location, natural & common sense horsemanship, 10x10 stalls, twice daily feeding, daily turnout with hay, indoor & outdoor arena, individual care. References available upon request. 4H Leaders. Whitmore Lake, MI (Washtenaw) S8/11 TLC STABLES: (734) 741-1207 TWIN ELM TRAINING – Stalls now available for boarding and/or training. Indoor arena, lots of pastures & paddocks, observation room, 5/8 mile track, etc. Lessons & training available. Located just outside South Lyon, MI. For more information please visit us online at www.TwinElmTraining.com Bobbie Jo Graham Northville, MI (Washtenaw) S-9/11 (248) 697-6503 or twinelmtraining@hotmail.com WEST WIND EQUESTRIAN, LLC – accepting new boarders. Premier, state-of the art equestrian facility with indoor & outdoor arenas, 30 acres, quality feed & more! Lessons available. Find us on Facebook! Sue New Hudson, MI (Oakland) Nov. (248) 672-3593, sue@west-wind-equestrian.com WISHFUL THINKING FARM – matted box stalls, cleaned daily; feed 3x daily; daily turnout; tack lockers; indoor/outdoor arenas. Custom feed plans & deworming program. $250-$275. For more info, email: wishful_thinking_farms@yahoo.com Durand, MI (Shiawassee) Nov. Tiffany: (989) 277-1643

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Has your horse seen the dentist lately? Basic & advanced dentistry. Serving Michigan & surrounding states. We make stall calls! Visit our website for more information: www.EquineDentalServices.com EQUINE DENTAL SERVICES – Steve Shaver, EQ/DT Turner, MI (Arenac) P-S7/11 (989) 876-8448

EQUIP./TACK – NEW/USED HERITAGE CUSTOM SADDLERY – reining, cutting, & working cowhorse saddles, custom chaps, CSI Saddle Pads. Also, 4x4 mini trucks. Visit us at www.HeritageCustomSaddlery.com Jim Taylor, Authorized Dealer Holland, MI (Allegan) HMC-6/11 (616) 836-1440, info@heritagecustomsaddlery.com SLEEZY BARB HORSEWEAR – Custom clothing for your special horse! St. Johns, MI (Clinton) HMC-3/11 www.SleezyBarbHorsewear.com TACK”EM”UP, LLC, Consignment & Tack Shop. Located at 103 S. Leroy St., Fenton, MI 48430. Offering horse tack for every discipline! Please visit http://tackemupconsignment.tripod.com (H-2/11) (810) 629-3811 or tackemup@sbcglobal.net TACKHOUSE TREASURES – New & gently used saddles, tack, winter blankets, english & western riding apparel, equine & small farm accessories. Visit online www.tackhousetreasures.com. Winter Hours: Thurs. 11am-6pm; Fri.-Sun. 11am-7pm; Closed Mon. thru Wednesday. TACKHOUSE TREASURES Located at 7489 Colby Rd., Bancroft, MI 48414 (Shiawassee County) S12/11 (989) 666-8316 or (989) 666-6893

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SADDLE UP! MAGAZINE CLASSIFIEDS EQUIP./TACK , Cont. THE TACK TRUCK – consignment shop for quality condition English-style tack & apparel. Hours: Mon. & Fri. 1-7pm; Sat. & Sun. 10am-5pm. Located at Woodbine Farm, 9976 W. Liberty Rd., Chelsea, MI. Visit us online: thetacktrunk.homestead.com Chelsea, MI (Washtenaw) HMC-1/11 (734) 330-0752 or thetacktrunk@sbclgobal.net

EVENTS November 20: Christmas Tack Sale, Robinson Baptist Church, 12011 120th, Grand Haven, MI, on Nov. 20th from 9am-12pm. Contact Krista at (616) 844-0693 for a table. No commercial vendors. (Nov.) Vendors Wanted for 2 nd Annual Benefit Tack Sale. Therapeutic Horsemanship of West Michigan is holding a tack sale December 4th, 2010, from 9am to 2pm. New or used. Tables reserved in advance $10 each. Sale at St. Michael’s Family Center, 17180 88 th Avenue, Coopersville, MI. Contact Kathie at acbwd@hotmail.com or (616) 970-3436 to register or for info. (Nov.) The Michigan Horse Council & Rock Financial Showplace are in the process of planning the Novi Equestrian Expo, November 12-14, 2010. The new NEE is grateful for all input from the equine community regarding clinicians, demos, exhibitors, etc. Join us in creating a grand event for Michigan horse lovers! Visit www.NoviEquestrianExpo.com or email info@noviequestrianexpo.com NOVI EQUESTRIAN EXPO Novi, MI (Oakland) M11/10 Contact Kristina Jones: (248) 348-5600, ext. 236

FARM & PET SITTING K & J HORSE & FARM SITTING – do you need to get away? Call K & J! Experienced in horse care, training & riding. Insured. Check out “Barn Candy” online at www.KandJPetsitting.webs.com Milford, MI (Oakland) HMC-7/11 (248) 410-0378

FARRIERS CM Miniature Horse Farrier, certified. Specializing in the miniature horse. Balanced & correct trimming. One & two horse farms welcome, multiple horse discounts. Serving Livingston County & surrounding areas. Please call for information. Howell, MI (Livingston) S4/11 Sandy: (810) 923-6408 CORONA VISTA EQUINE CENTER – Professional barefoot trimming, rehabilitation & clinics offered. Lame horse consults, radiographs available. First class stable & sheltered pasture board year round on site. Visit www.CoronaVistaEquineCenter.com Jackson, MI, area (Jackson) S3/11 (517) 879-0815 Located in Milan, MI. Serving southeast MI. Been working with horses my whole life, will be glad to take the time needed with yours. Trims $25 (drafts more); four shoes $100. Karlallan Milan, MI (Washtenaw) S6/11 (734) 255-8656, horseshoerkarlallan@comcast.net

PEPPER’S FARRIER SERVICE – 23 years serving Mid-Michigan. Pleasure & show, gaited, therapeutic, corrective. Recommended by area veterinarians. Professional. Dependable. Single horses accepted. Tired of waiting? Give us a call! JD Pepper CJFII, Ethan Pepper CJF Dansville, MI (Ingham) S3/11 (517) 589-5332 PROFESSIONAL FARRIER SERVICES: full service equine professional. Therapeutic/corrective shoeing. Trimming & shoeing for balance. Find us on Facebook! Email: ProfessionalFarrier@yahoo.com Charles Lanning, Certified Farrier Fowlerville, MI (Livingston) S9/11 (810) 623-5964 (call or text) Robert’s Farrier Service – Reliable, professional horseshoeing & trimming. On time & shoes guaranteed to stay on for 6 weeks! BWFA certified. Serving the west side of Michigan. For information visit www.RobertsFarrier.com Robert A. Richards Hudsonville, MI (Ottawa) HMC-1/11 (734) 646-1911 or email horseneeds@yahoo.com

FENCING Equine Fencing – hardwood fence/stall boards. Red oak, 1”x6”x8’-$3.20 each. Other widths/lengths available. Delivery available. HULETT PORTABLE SAWMILLING Onondaga, MI (Jackson) S3/11 (517) 569-3875

Quality hay for sale. Delivery available. Please call for more information. LEE MAULBETSCH FARMS Ann Arbor, MI (Washtenaw) S1/12 (734) 665-8180

HEALTH & WELLNESS Need to burn fat you have gained over the winter? Do you drink coffee or tea? Get ready for the riding season with the only U.S. Patented thermogenic fatburning organic coffee & tea. Visit my website: bellajava.igetpaidtodrinkcoffee.com Suzanne Oakland County, MI (S3/11) (248) 978-4736

HORSE ASSOC./CLUBS Michigan Appaloosa Horse Association (MApHA): Promoting the interest & improvement in the Appaloosa breed in the State of Michigan. For information visit www.michappclub.com or contact President Floyd Vickery at (248) 685-8690 (M12/10) Western Michigan Appaloosa Regional (WMAR): Dedicated to the promotion of the Appaloosa Horse. Featuring a futurity, stallion service auction, yearly shows, a year end banquet & awards. For more info visit www.wmarapp.com. (M12/10) LOOKING FOR AN ASSOCIATION OR CLUB? CHECK OUT THE LINKS PAGE ON OUR WEBSITE:

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HORSE DRAWN VEHICLES

Fence Installations. Wire, wood, vinyl, HDEP. Best prices guarantee. For more information & photos visit us online at www.TotalFenceCompany.com TOTAL FENCE Plymouth, MI (Washtenaw) S4/11 1-800-694-1342

Wagons for sale: red & white open show wagon for team, $3000. Burgundy & black 2-seat single horse show cart, $500. Both good condition. MAIDENVIEW FARMS Grand Ledge, MI (Eaton) Nov. (517) 819-9239

FINANCIAL SERVICES

HORSE BARNS/FARMS & PROP FOR SALE/LEASE

STEVEN JAGUSCH & ASSOCIATES: Financial planning & retirement planning. Securities offered through Sigma Financial Corporation, member FINRA & SIPC. FPA member. Steven Jagusch Highland, MI (Oakland) HMC-4/11 1-888-616-7779 or sjagusch@sigmarep.com

5 or 10 acre horse/hobby/herb farm. Huge house, shop, historic barn with stalls, greenhouses, coop, gardens, fenced. Main road near Rec. area – miles of trails. Tour: www.sunshinefarmandgarden.com Commerce, MI (Oakland) S4/11 (248) 872-6110

GRAPHIC DESIGN Custom logos, flyers, brochures, & websites. RED HORSE CREATIVE works with you to create what you need to promote your business. Visit us online at www.RedHorseCreative.com Mason, MI (Ingham) HMC-3/11 (517) 648-6453 or info@redhorsecreative.com

HAY & STRAW FOR SALE Hay, guaranteed top quality. Small square bales, alfalfa, alfalfa mix & orchard grass. Delivery available call or email for more information. Susie Walton Rosebush, MI (Isabella) M11/10 (989) 433-2925 or waltonfarms@yahoo.com

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10 Acre Horse Farm (Howell, Mich.) – 2,975 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms (possible 4th), 2½ baths, full basement, 3 car attached garage, 2 car detached garage, 48’x30’ horse barn, 60’ covered round pen, 2 pasture areas. “24-Hour Hotline” 800-811-0887 ext. 9005. Web: www.gerrymostowy.com/curdy.htm KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY – Gerry Mostowy Howell, MI (Livingston) P-Nov. (810) 534-2122

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10 acre parcel in Roscommon, MI. High & dry, will perk easily, great for horses, build your dream home! 1/8 mile from M-18. Land Contract terms available. Call for information. $39,900. Roscommon, MI (Crawford) M12/10 (906) 883-3520, email njwithrow@yahoo.com BUILDING LOTS in private equine development, Howell, MI. For sale with owner financing to qualified individuals. 10 lots, 1.15 to 2 acres. 40 acre private farm next door, with pastures, paddocks, indoor, outdoor arenas & riding trails. Call for info. Howell, MI (Livingston) Nov. (517) 546-3351 Equestrian Delight! Pierson, MI. Easy access to US-131. Big ranch home sits on 40 acres. Indoor riding area (60x120) open span with 16 ft. x 120 ft. for stalls on the side. The property also has an outdoor riding arena & several pastures set up with water & electric. Great opportunity for the horse lover that would like to do boarding or horse equestrian competitions. ADVANCE R.E. BROKERS, Inc. Pierson, MI (Montcalm) M11/10 (616) 712-6378 Pristine 20 Acre Equestrian Property, Lowell, MI. Updated historic 1825 home with 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. Turnkey boarding facility including 2 barns with 16 stalls; 4 large pastures; 2 paddocks; open acreage as well as wooded trails. Plus 3½ stall garage with office. Please contact Julie Rossio for additional information. KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY – 630 Kenmoor Lowell, MI (Kent) Nov. (616) 460-5716 Share large furnished home on 40 acres, great for single or small family. Non-smoker preferred. Barns, run-ins, pond, kennel, bunkhouse, hunting privileges. Room for outside pets & set-up for horses. $500 per month. Horse board negotiable. Opportunity to trade farm labor for partial rent. (Dec.) Byron/Fowlerville, MI area (Shiawassee/Livingston) (941) 320-4781

WANTED: Mature Women to share rental of apartment & training barn. Fantastic property: training barn, stalls, pastures, paddocks, & a large apartment to share for single women looking for space to share. The facility is surrounded by 105 acre horse farm with indoor, outdoor arenas, riding trails & lots of space. Located near Howell, MI; close to US-23 & I-96. If you would like to share this facility with other like-minded women, call… Howell/Hartland area, MI (Livingston) Nov. (517) 546-3351

HORSES FOR LEASE Horses for Lease: email Katie for more details at equusita@me.com. Learn what it is like to own horses before you buy or lease for recreational purposes. (Nov.)

HORSES FOR SALE 7 year old gentle mares, both show quality: loud reg. dun APHA, 15.3; Paint mule, 16.1, gentle green broke. Must sell, moving. $1000-$2000. Burt, MI (Saginaw) Nov. (989) 928-4394 or SheilaSlezak@aol.com APHA reg. solid yearling colt (7/31/09). 14-1-14.2 hands. Will tie for hours. Leads. Good for farrier. Up to date on everything. Exc. bloodlines, disposition, conformation. Very quiet. $600. Fenton, MI (Livingston) S2/11 RR PAINTS: (810) 750-6497 Paint mare, green broke, has had 1 filly. 7 years old. Dun with grulla markings. 15.3 hands. Very beautiful mare. Paid $4,000, will sell for $2,000 or best offer. Would consider trade for mini Appy registered mares. Bay City, MI (Bay) Nov. (989) 667-4028 “Rain” – 3 year old bay Paint/Thoroughbred cross mare. Floaty trot & great mind. Will do well in English disciplines or as a 4H horse. In training now. Holly, MI (Oakland) Nov. (248) 634-5939 or (248) 252-5932 “Shez Rockn Yall”, 2010 ApHC chestnut filly, super built, will halter & ride. Dam is chestnut ApHC mare, ApHC & ACCAP point earner. Sire is bay ApHC stallion by “Just Shockin Yall” WC stallion. MApHA Breeders Futurity paid. $2,500. T-N-C APPALOOSAS Jerome, MI (Hillsdale) M1/11 (517) 425-0995 or http://tncappaloosas.tripod.com “Fin” – bay Appaloosa/Thoroughbred colt that will mature to around 17 hands. Lovely mover with natural lead change. Great personality. Holly, MI (Oakland) NOv. (248) 634-5939 or (248) 252-5932

Very unique home on 27 acres. New flooring throughout & fresh paint 2010. Home has many nice features. 58x56 pole barn & 24x44 lean-to. Minutes to Crystal Mountain & Trails. $199,900. CENTURY 21 – Kevin Molby Thompsonville, MI (Manistee) P-Nov. (231) 944-2918 or kmolby@c21northland.com

“Shannon’s Obsession”: 2008 ApHC chestnut with spots & characteristics. Mare. Super bred for halter & riding. Reiner, pleasure, barrels, cow horse, etc. World Champion bloodlines. MApHA & WMAR Futurity paid. $1,500. T-N-C APPALOOSAS Jerome, MI (Hillsdale) M1/11 (517) 425-0995, http://tncappaloosas.tripod.com

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“Sophie” – bay Appaloosa/Thoroughbred filly that will mature to around 16+ hands. A lovely mover. Very brave & sweet. Holly, MI (Oakland) Nov. (248) 634-5939 or (248) 252-5932 Foundation Quarter Horses, near dispersal: broodmares & young stock, many of them ready to show. 43 years of a very successful breeding program. Must go. Rosebush, MI (Isabella) M11/10 Susie Walton: (989) 433-2925 High Point QHA, FQHA grey working cow horse mare. 7 years old. $8,000. She demonstrated cutting & reining at Birch Run last year. Lapeer, MI (Lapeer) M12/10 Mary: (810) 245-8399 (after 4:30pm) “Shez Super Impressed” N/N 1994 black AQHA mare. Trail & road rides, could do walk/trot & halter in s h o w r i n g . I n f o a l t o“Impulsified” – sorrel overo APHA/PtHA/AQHA stallion for March 2011. $1,200. T-N-C APPALOOSAS Jerome, MI (Hillsdale) M1/11 (517) 425-0995, http://tncappaloosas.tripod.com “X Rated Version” – 2008 bay AQHA mare. Wonderfully built, nice neck & hip. Started riding down roads & trails; will do well in halter & western pleasure. Easy to handle, work with. Granddaughter of “Good Version” on sire side. Dam goes to “Zippo Pine Bar.” $2,500. http://tncappaloosas.tripod.com T-N-C APPALOOSAS Jerome, MI (Hillsdale) M1/11 (517) 425-0995, Arabian broodmares, heavy Polish bloodlines by “Varian” bred stallion. Lines to “Desperado V, Pioneer V.” Must sell. Dun Paint mare, grulla markings, 15.3 hands, make an offer. DANSYN ARABIANS Caro, MI (Tuscola) M11/10 (989) 667-4028 Arabian broodmares, will produce top halter foals. Several with old & new “Varian” bloodlines. 11 to choose from. Must sell before winter to good homes. Make an offer. Bay City, MI (Bay) Nov. DANSYN ARABIANS: (989) 667-4028 WHOA! Look no further…own the horse of your dreams in a kind & gentle 5 year old Arabian gelding deluxe. Flashy golden chestnut with flaxen mane, chrome like John Wayne’s “Dollor.” Very well balanced, well started under saddle, ready to finish. Impressive Halter wins & a first in his first Western Pleasure performance. Is Sweepstakes nominated. “X-REA Wizjon,” (“Tiercel” x “Ret’s Lovely Lady”). North Street, MI (St. Clair) M12/10 (810) 385-2094 or RiciaEArabians@gmail.com FRIESIAN SPIRIT HORSE FARM is a small breeding farm of quality FPS Friesians. For photos, information and more, visit www.friesianspirit.net FRIESIAN SPIRIT – Bob & Rachelle Grabowski Perry, MI (Shiawassee) S1/11 (517) 625-9500 or email spirithorsefarm@aol.com

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MINIATURE HORSES

SADDLE/TACK REPAIR

Lower Level Dressage mare. Holsteiner/TB cross. 17hh, 14 years old. Shown successfully through 2nd level. Excellent personality, no vices, easy to work with. $6,000. Lease options also. Howell, MI (Livingston) Nov. (517) 861-0988

AMHA & AMHR Miniature Horses: Champion bloodlines, foals, yearlings & some broodmares for sale. Visit us online at www.carouselcorral.com. LIL BUTT MINIS – Carolyn Terry Niles, MI (Berrien) S1/11 (269) 684-8418

Custom-made saddles & therapeutic equipment. Saddle, tack & leather repair. Used tack bought & sold. Personalization for year-end awards. Blanket repair. Call anytime! Hours: Mon.-Sun. 8am-9pm. BUFFALO ROBES CUSTOM LEATHERWORK – Chuck Toledo, OH (Lucas) S1/11 (419) 382-9351 or (419) 266-4150 (cell.)

AMHA Miniature Horses – quality not quantity. Stud service available. Come see & compare. Visit us online at www.RykaMiniatures.com. Ann Arbor, MI (Washtenaw) S6/11 (734) 665-3070 or rykaminiatures@charter.net

Saddle repair & leather work. New & used saddles, tack bought & sold. Complete leather repair available. Hours: Monday-Friday 9-6pm, Saturday 9:30-7pm & Sunday 12-5pm. JIM’S QUALITY SADDLE CO. – Jim Moule Milford, MI (Oakland) S1/12 (248) 887-4829

PETERSONWARMBLOODS.COM – Since 1982, Holsteiner Heritage. Sales, leasing, stud service, lessons & boarding. HARTLAND EQUESTRIAN – Kathy Highland, MI (Oakland) S6/11 (248) 887-4303 Reg. 2000 Morgan mare, stocky, liver chestnut. Reg. 2008 half-Arabian Bashkir gelding, bay. Open for offers. Might consider small, slim gaited horse in trade. Leather endurance saddle, $40. Big Rapids, MI (Newaygo) M12/10 Lucille: (231) 796-8064 Paso Fino gelding, 6 years old & mare 7 years old. Both trail/pleasure. Columbus, MI (St. Clair) Nov. (586) 727-2508

HORSE TRAILERS/AUTOS Fiberglass pick-up topper, like new, 6’ from ’99 Chevy. Light pewter, sliding windows. Portland, MI (Ionia) Nov. (517) 647-6073 PRICES TRAILER SALES & RV CENTER now offers propane fills, RV dump station, RV supplies & parts! Visit www.PricesTrailers.com Corunna, MI (Shiawassee) HMC-2/11 (989) 743-3536, sales@pricestrailers.com VARSITY FORD – Mary Waxer-Leto, Sales & Leasing. For more info, visit www.VarsityFord.com, email MaryWaxer@varsityford.com or stop in! 3480 Jackson Ave., Ann Arbor, MI (Washtenaw) (734) 332-1920 or (248) 982-9728 (Nov.)

INSURANCE Attention Horse Lovers: Farm Bureau Insurance offers low rates for farm, truck, trailer, horse & tack insurance. Workers comp, home, life & health insurance available! Visit www.MattLew.com South Lyon, MI (Livingston) S5/11 (248) 486-1831

Black & white mini colts, registered & unregistered $400-$800. Ultra classic, show quality, people loving dispositions. DANSYN ARABIANS & MINIS Caro, MI (Tuscola) Nov. (989) 667-4028

PETS FOR SALE Aussie/Sheltie puppies for sale. $250. 3 female, 3 male, tris & blue merle. Some have blue eyes. Great pets! Call for information. Holly, MI (Oakland) Nov. (248) 884-0321

PHOTOGRAPHY LMD PHOTOGRAPHY – portraits with a photojournalistic approach! All furry animals, big & small! Also specializing in maternity, newborn, children & senior portraits, head shots & composition cards. Mention this ad for a $25 print credit towards your paid session. Good until 11/30/10. Stop by our booth at the Novi Equestrian Expo! Brighton, MI (Livingston) Nov. (810) 220-3354 or www.lmd-photography.com SWEETWATER PHOTOGRAPHY: 10 years professional experience. On-site pictures of you & your horse. Equestrian team portraits, senior portraits, events & weddings! Pictures make terrific gifts & keepsakes. Great, low rates! For details & info, please visit www.sweetwaterphotos.com. Tara Milford, MI (Oakland) S7/11 (248) 410-2029 (call or text)

Best coverage rates for equine mortality, farm owners, club & event insurance, auto, workman’s comp, life & disability for Michigan horse owners, trainers & boarding facilities. For more information: email@RoscommonInsurance.com ROSCOMMON INSURANCE Roscommon, MI (Roscommon) S4/11 (989) 275-5555

MASSAGE THERAPY Massage Therapy for Horse & Rider, pre/post event, maintenance. whitehorsetherapeutics.com Marcia Sommerville, CMT Milford, MI (Oakland) HMC-4/11 (248) 318-0648

PONIES FOR SALE

Pony for sale: reg. Pintaloosa 3 year old gelding, 50”, shown 4H & used for pony rides. Excellent 4H project for next year! $1,000. Vassar, MI (Tuscola) P-Nov. (989) 302-0191

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SHOW CLOTHING (Almost) one stop shopping for your equestrian & horse accessory needs. Lycra, ultra suede, zippers, rhinestones, & SuitAbility patterns. For information visit www.ShowClothesUnlimited.com SHOW CLOTHES UNLIMITED Brown City, MI (Sanilac) S-4/11 (810) 346-2305 Blazers with or without glitz, also beaded tops, dresses & evening wear. FSA MINIS Fenton, MI (Genesee) Nov. (810) 750-3952 or FSAminis@charter.net

SIGNS Signs for farms, trucks, trailers, arenas, t-shirts, hats, jackets, & whatever you can dream up! We advertise to horse lovers because we are horse lovers for over 16 years! LL GRAPHIC DESIGN South Lyon, MI (Livingston) S9/11 (248) 486-0925

STALLIONS/BREEDING Andalusian, ROMERITO – “Max.” Imported 17h PRE stallion, worldwide proven dressage sire, Champion, available for crossbreeding! Stud fee starts at $750. Mare care avail. Purebreds for sale. Dansville, MI (Ingham) S4/11 (517) 623-1032 or www.YeguadaRomerito.com ApHC Stallion at Stud: “Stormn’ Too The Topp”: ApHC/CRHA black, 16hh. Producing 100% black based foals. For photos, bloodlines & more information, visit http://tncappaloosas.tripod.com T-N-C APPALOOSAS Jerome, MI (Hillsdale) M1/11 (517) 425-0995 Equine Dreaming? Make your dreams come true… Arabian Champion at stud: “TIERCEL” is a versatile multi-seat Champion in Reining, Western Pleasure, Hunt Seat, Native Costume, & Saddle Seat. Classic bay Stallion with four whites. “*Bask” & “Talagato” grandson by “Wizjon.” IAHA Sweepstakes Nominated Sire. Live cover or Shipped semen. Partuition stalls available. Stud fee: $500… stud fee $400 if booked & reserved for 2011 before 2011! North Street, MI (St. Clair) M12/10 (810) 385-2094 or RiciaEArabians@gmail.com

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SADDLE UP! MAGAZINE CLASSIFIEDS TANK HEATERS LP-Gas Livestock Tank Heaters, over a dozen sizes available. Warmer water is healthier & improves the immune system! LP saves compared to electricity! Gary Birch Run, MI (Saginaw) S3/11 (989) 871-4200 or (989) 233-2271 (cell) Sun Tanks solar powered watering troughs – save money, energy, time & livestock this winter! No electricity needed; works great even on cloudy days! Visit www.SerenityHillsFarm.com for info. Milford, MI (Livingston) Nov. (810) 923-8317

AUGONTAR DRESSAGE, Marie Domke-DeWitt: Instructor, trainer, coach, clinician. For more info visit www.AugontarDressage.com Ortonville, MI (Oakland) HMC-3/11 (248) 840-0795 BB PERFORMANCE HORSES: training, instruction, sales. 2008 graduate from the University of Findlay. Located just a few minutes northwest of I-94/I-69 junction. Email: bbperformancehorses@gmail.com Jessica Pickford Battle Creek, MI (Calhoun) HMC-12/10 (269) 579-3434

Augered post holes, pasture & field mowing, large area rototilling, finish grading, front end loader & hauling. Fence repairs. “If it’s not right, we make it right!” Serving Washtenaw & Livingston Counties. John Pinckney, MI (Livingston) S6/11 (734) 878-0107

Experienced teacher/trainer will travel. Successful with Juniors, Amateurs, moving horses up dressage levels. Patient, empathetic, knowledgeable. Master’s Degree in teaching, graduated L program, competed in 1986 Olympic Sports Festival. GATE HOUSE FARM, LLC – Betty Forsyth Howell, MI (Livingston) M5/11 (517) 546-5280 or GateHouseFarmLLC@yahoo.com

BADER BROS., INC., Michigan locations: Reese, Birch Run, Saginaw, & Hillman, offers ground-driven manure spreaders, arena rakes & post hole diggers, as well as compact tractors with loaders & 4-7’ rotary cutters. Join the Bader Bros., Inc. Fan Page on Facebook or visit www.BaderBros.com (S-7/11) (989) 868-4165 (Reese, MI, Location)

GRAND OAKES FARM – training & lessons for Youth, Non-Pro, All-Around horses. Also, all-around horses for sale. Visit us online for more information at www.GrandOakesFarm.com Paul Oakes Holly, MI (Oakland) HMC-5/11 (248) 634-5113 or grandoakesfarm@comcast.net

TRAIL RIDING

Horse Dreamers, LLC – Riding lessons for all ages. English, western & jumping. Instructor Holly Ax, CHA Certified Master Level, Bachelor Degree in Elementary Education, Master in Special Education. Please call for more information! HORSE DREAMERS, LLC Holly, MI (Oakland) S2/11 (248) 627-6270

TRACTOR SERVICES

The Ionia Horse Trails Association is there to preserve & protect trails at the Ionia State Rec. Area in cooperation with the DNR. Making a difference for future equestrians! Come and join us! For info visit www.IoniaHorseTrailsAssociation.com (Nov.) Sleepy Hollow Trail Riders Assoc., Inc., (SHTRA) a 501(3)(c) non-profit dedicated to the equestrian trails & staging area of Sleepy Hollow State Park, in Clinton County, MI. For info: www.shtra.org or Marsha Putnam 989-661-2541, Marken68@aol.com (M12/10) LOOKING FOR MORE TRAIL RIDING CLUBS? CHECK OUT THE LINKS PAGE ON OUR WEBSITE:

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TRAINING & LESSONS All around training, lessons, sales, showing, clinics. Western pleasure, hunt seat, trail, showmanship, halter. Facilities available in Vassar & Holly, MI, or I can travel to you. Join the fun! For more info visit www.ShilohPerformanceHorses.com Vassar & Holly, MI (Tuscola/Oakland) S6/11 Casey Lloyd: (248) 761-7664 All Breed Training/Boarding facility with new large indoor/outdoor arenas & round pens. Training & lessons in breaking, western, reining, jumping & dressage. Disabled are welcome. LEGEND LAND South Lyon, MI (Livingston) S9/11 (248) 486-0925

Interested in results? 40 years of successful training & lesson background will work for you & your horse. Centrally located by Metamora, Dryden, Lapeer, Oxford & Rochester, MI. For information visit www.IronwoodFarmEquestrian.com Dorothy Mueller Leonard, MI (Oakland) S12/10 (313) 215-1944 (cell) or (248) 969-2651 (farm) Lessons/Training all ages, English, western. Experienced trainer will work with you & your horse to get positive results. Colt breaking, tune-ups, ready for show. Call for information. LUCKY D RANCH – Gregg Dunkel Grand Blanc, MI (Genesee) M12/10 (810) 287-5103 Put some Yoga in your ride! Yoga for Equestrians is an exploration of breathing, body awareness & meditation that will heighten your sense to help you become more in tune with your equine friend. MASSMAN STABLES Mason, MI (Ingham) Nov. (517) 676-8555

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THE TRAVELING TRAINER offers training & lessons at your facility or mine. Over 25 years experience. Bachelors Degree in Equine Science from University of Findlay. Quality horses for sale. Visit www.thetravelingtrainer.net Ann-Marie Lavallee – THE TRAVELING TRAINER Dryden, MI (Lapeer) S5/11 (810) 796-3510 TRAIN TO REIN & become an effective rider. Learn to ride bridle-less! Effective riding can get you there. Be the rider your horse has always dreamed of & ride the horse you have always dreamed of! Learn the concepts of becoming an effective rider & a softer, more responsive horse is in your future. Effective riding will deepen the partnership of horse & rider in any discipline. Attend or sponsor an effective riding clinic, camp or schedule a lesson. Will travel to you. Sign up to receive my bi-weekly “Effective Riding” Training Tips newsletter online at www.LindaDurocher.com Linda Durocher Howell, MI (Livingston) M11/10 517-404-0163 or SlidinDRanch@gmail.com Training from start to finish. Western, English, saddleseat, & dressage. Problem horses welcome. Group & private lessons available. Clio, MI (Genesee) Nov. (810) 691-5855 Training by trust, not trauma. Western in general & specifically preparation for cattle classes. Susie Walton Rosebush, MI (Isabella) M11/10 (989) 433-2925

TRANSPORTATION LAUREL MANOR FARMS Horse Transportation: “Air-Ride” Van & Semi-Tractor. US DOT 1156788, MC465680. Email: la@boilerman.com Les Oxford, MI (Oakland) HMC-3/11 (248) 224-4340 days or (248) 628-4399 eves. MIKE’S HORSE HAULING, local only in the following counties: Oakland, Livingston, Genesee, Macomb, Washtenaw, Shiawassee, Ingham, Lapeer Wayne & Jackson. Call for quote. See our ad for ARABIANS OF MONTICELLO FARM in this issue! Visit www.arabiansofmonticellofarm.com or email arabiansofmonticellofarm@yahoo.com Highland, MI (Oakland) S-4/11 (810) 459-2631

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SHOW & EVENT DATES MICHIGAN EVENTS Events are subject to change without notice - always be sure to CALL BEFORE YOU HAUL! NOVEMBER 5 & 6 – Southern MI Fall Quarter & Paint Horse & Tack Auction, held at MSU, East Lansing, MI. For info call Tom Moore Sales (517) 467-7576 or visit online at www.TomMooreSales.com NOVEMBER 5, 6 & 7 – Waterloo Rec. Area’s Turkey Ride. For more information call Tom at (517) 5226482, or visit www.waterloohorsemen.org NOVEMBER 6 – Dressage Clinic with Judy Kelly held at B & J Horse Farm in Jackson, MI. Call Jamie (734) 546-8557, see bandjhorseboarding.webs.com NOVEMBER 6 – Feedlot Sorting, 7pm, drawpot $25, 3 rounds; youth drawpot $15, 3 rounds; open $15 each. Held at Tri C/V Performance Horses in Imlay City, MI. (810) 614-3778, www.tricv.com for info. NOVEMBER 6 – Michigan Barrel Racing Assoc. Event, held at Beaubiens Arena, Adrian, MI. Expos 11am; noon start. For info call Charlotte (810) 7932659 or visit http://mibarrelracing.tripod.com th

NOVEMBER 6 – Twin Pines 6 Annual Tack Sale in Martin, MI, 10am-2pm. For more info call (269) 6729895 or visit online www.twin-pines.net NOVEMBER 6 – Winter Series Dressage Show at Willowbrooke Farm in Plymouth, MI. For info call (313) 938-9221, visit www.SNelsonDressage.com NOVEMBER 6 & 7 – Albion Winter Series Jumper Schooling Show, at the Held Center, Alboin, MI. For info: (517) 629-1000, www.albion.edu/heldcenter NOVEMBER 7 – Open Trail Ride hosted by the Brighton Trail Riders at Brighton Rec. Call Russ (586) 915-8424, or visit www.brightontrailriders.com NOVEMBER 11, 12, 13 & 14 – MQHA Harvest Classic, held at the MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI. (616) 225-8211, or visit www.MIQuarterHorse.com NOVEMBER 12, 13 & 14 – Novi Equestrian Expo, sponsored by the Michigan Horse Council & Rock Financial Showplace, in Novi, MI. For more info visit www.NoviEquestrianExpo.com NOVEMBER 13 – B & B Fall Speed Show, held at Hardy Farms, Howell, MI, noon (rain or shine). For info & showbill call Marcia (517) 548-1898 or email mdeyoung7215@sbcglobal.net

NOVEMBER 20 – Feedlot Sorting Series Clinic, held at Tri C/V Performance Horses in Imlay City, MI. (810) 614-3778, www.tricv.com for info.

DECEMBER 4 – Clinton Co. All Species Tack Sale, 10am-2pm at the St. Johns Fairgrounds. Tables available. For info call Sandra at (989) 682-4354

NOVEMBER 20 – Gymkhana presented by the Metamora Pony Clubbers, 9am, Crescent Ridge Farm, Metamora, MI. Call Lisa (248) 969-5573

DECEMBER 4 – Feedlot Sorting Series Clinic, held at Tri C/V Performance Horses in Imlay City, MI. (810) 614-3778, www.tricv.com for info.

NOVEMBER 20 – Michigan Barrel Racing Assoc. Event, held at Sundance Arena, Grand Ledge, MI. Expos 11am; noon start. For info call Charlotte (810) 793-2659 or visit http://mibarrelracing.tripod.com

DECEMBER 4 – Therapeutic Horsemanship of West MI’s 2nd Annual Benefit Tack Sale, 9am-2pm, at the St. Michael’s Family Center in Coopersville, MI. For info: (616) 970-3436 or acbwd@hotmail.com

NOVEMBER 20 – Sporthorse Saddlery Benefit Tack Sale, 10am, New Hudson, MI. For info call (248) 486-5616 or visit www.SporthorseSaddlery.com

DECEMBER 4 & 5 – Albion Winter Series Jumper Schooling Show, at the Held Center, Alboin, MI. For info: (517) 629-1000, www.albion.edu/heldcenter

NOVEMBER 20 – Willowbrooke Winter Series MHJA local member schooling show, held in Plymouth, MI. Classes from walk-trot to 3’ hunter/jumpers. For info: (313) 938-9221, www.willowbrooke-farm.com NOVEMBER 20 & 21 – World’s Largest Tack Swap, held at the Birch Run Expo Center, Birch Run, MI. Info: (810) 639-0193 or tkequine@hotmail.com NOVEMBER 21 – MSU Green & White Fuzzy Show, presented by the MSU Horseman’s Assoc., held at the MSU Pavilion, 8am. No show clothes allowed. For info: Ashley (231) 233-4204, jabrock1@msu.edu NOVEMBER 21 – Pinckney Trail Riders Trail Rescue & First Aid Seminar. For info call Sue (734) 8782975, visit www.PinckneyTrailRiders.com NOVEMBER 23 – Maryal Barnett (S) Dressage Clinic, riders & auditors welcome. Held in Clarkston, MI. (248) 535-8145, beverly@puddingstonemanor.com

DECEMBER 11 – Christmas Gift & Tack Sale, 9:30am to 3pm, held at the Our Savior Lutheran Church in Hartland, MI. Call Highland Feed, (248) 887-4100 DECEMBER 11 – Winter Series Dressage Show at Willowbrooke Farm in Plymouth, MI. For info call (313) 938-9221, visit www.SNelsonDressage.com DECEMBER 17, 18 & 19 – ShoMe “Battle for the Saddle” Holiday Showdown, all breed show. Held at MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI. Call (517) 545-5997 or visit www.ShoMeHorseShows.com for info. DECEMBER 18 – Willowbrooke Winter Series MHJA local member schooling show, held in Plymouth, MI. Classes from walk-trot to 3’ hunter/jumpers. For info: (313) 938-9221, www.willowbrooke-farm.com DECEMBER 28 – Maryal Barnett (S) Dressage Clinic, riders & auditors welcome. Held in Clarkston, MI. (248) 535-8145, beverly@puddingstonemanor.com

2011 EVENTS NOVEMBER 26, 27 & 28 – Cowboy Christmas at the MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI. Vendors, shopping show & more! For info: Rochelle at (989) 763-3276 NOVEMBER 27 – Al Blackler/Sunset Farms Auction at The Orchard in Vassar, MI. Saddles, horse, trailers & tack. For info: Gary & Deb Wright at (989) 6733767 or visit online www.gwhorsesandtack.com NOVEMBER 27 – Michigan Barrel Racing Assoc. Event, held at Beaubiens Arena, Adrian, MI. Expos 11am; noon start. For info call Charlotte (810) 7932659 or visit http://mibarrelracing.tripod.com

NOVEMBER 13 – Feedlot Sorting Series Clinic, held at Tri C/V Performance Horses in Imlay City, MI. (810) 614-3778, www.tricv.com for info.

DECEMBER 3 – Feedlot Sorting, 7pm, drawpot $25, 3 rounds; youth drawpot $15, 3 rounds; open $15 each. Held at Tri C/V Performance Horses in Imlay City, MI. (810) 614-3778, www.tricv.com for info.

NOVEMBER 13 & 14 – MI Reined Cow Horse Assoc. payback show, held at JDJ Ranch in Evart, MI. 8am start. For info call Shelly at (231) 633-5502, or visit online at www.michiganreinedcowhorse.com

DECEMBER 4 – Buchanan Westerners Tack Sale & Swap Meet, 10am-3pm, held in Coloma, MI. $1 admission. Email melva.thayer@gmail.com or call Kelly at (574) 612-0056 (leave message).

NOVEMBER 20 – Christmas Tack Sale, 9am-noon, at the Robinson Baptist Church, Grand Haven, MI. No commercial vendors. Call Kathy (616) 842-2628 or email gcarlson@gci.net for more information.

DECEMBER 4 – Christmas Tack-O-Rama, 9am-3pm, held at the Parnall Elementary School, Jackson, MI. Sponsored by Midknight Ryder 4H Club. For info: Bev (517) 787-7138 or bbcox@voyager.net

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JANUARY 2 – Feedlot Sorting, 1pm sign up & 2pm start. Drawpot; Open, Youth & 1 st Timer jackpots, held at Tri C/V Performance Horses in Imlay City, MI. Call (810) 614-3778, visit www.tricv.com for info. JANUARY 8 – Ranch Horse Versatility Series Show, held at Tri C/V Performance Horses in Imlay City, MI. (810) 614-3778, www.tricv.com for info. JANUARY 8 – Winter Series Dressage Show at Willowbrooke Farm in Plymouth, MI. For info call (313) 938-9221, visit www.SNelsonDressage.com JANUARY 8 & 9 – Albion Winter Series Jumper Schooling Show, at the Held Center, Alboin, MI. For info: (517) 629-1000, www.albion.edu/heldcenter JANUARY 9 – Feedlot Sorting, 1pm sign up & 2pm start. Drawpot; Open, Youth & 1 st Timer jackpots, held at Tri C/V Performance Horses in Imlay City, MI. Call (810) 614-3778, visit www.tricv.com for info. JANUARY 22 – Extreme Trail Series, Imlay City, MI. Call (810) 614-3778, www.tricv.com for info. JANUARY 22 – Willowbrooke Winter Series MHJA local member schooling show, held in Plymouth, MI. Classes from walk-trot to 3’ hunter/jumpers. For info: (313) 938-9221, www.willowbrooke-farm.com

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SHOW & EVENT DATES Events are subject to change without notice - always be sure to CALL BEFORE YOU HAUL!

FEBRUARY 24, 25, & 26 – Learning to Farm with Draft Horses school, held in Poplarville, MI, Russell’s Workhorse Farm. For info call (601) 795-4200 or visit online at www.RussellsWorkhorseFarm.com

APRIL 16 & 17 – Tri-State Pinto Show, Berrien Co. Fairgrounds, Berrien Springs, MI. 6 Judges. For info: www.TriStatePinto.com or call (269) 561-5402.

JANUARY 23 – Feedlot Sorting, 1pm sign up & 2pm start. Drawpot; Open, Youth & 1 st Timer jackpots, held at Tri C/V Performance Horses in Imlay City, MI. Call (810) 614-3778, visit www.tricv.com for info.

FEBRUARY 26 – Allegan 4-H Tack Sale, 9:30am2pm, held at the Hamilton Middle School, Hamilton, MI. For info: (269) 751-8952, dkamps@frontier.com

APRIL 30 – Michigan Barrel Racing Assoc. Event, held at Beaubiens Arena, Adrian, MI. Expos 11am; noon start. For info call Charlotte (810) 793-2659 or visit http://mibarrelracing.tripod.com

FEBRUARY 26 – Ingham County 4H Tack Sale, held at the Ingham County Fairgrounds, Mason, MI. For info call Sheryl at (517) 589-0103

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MICHIGAN EVENTS, Cont.

JANUARY 29 – Livingston County New & Used 4H Tack Sale, held at the Hartland Education Support Center, Howell, MI. 10am-3pm. Call Paula(517) 4856558, www.co.livingston.mi.us/msuextension/4h JANUARY 29 – Newaygo 4H Tack Sale, held at Daisy Brook Elementary, Fremont, MI, 10am-2pm. Info: (231) 924-2138 or horselover6253@gmail.com JANUARY 29 – Ranch Horse Versatility Series Show, held at Tri C/V Performance Horses in Imlay City, MI. (810) 614-3778, www.tricv.com for info. JANUARY 30 – Feedlot Sorting, 1pm sign up & 2pm start. Drawpot; Open, Youth & 1 st Timer jackpots, held at Tri C/V Performance Horses in Imlay City, MI. Call (810) 614-3778, visit www.tricv.com for info. FEBRUARY 5 – Extreme Trail Series, Imlay City, MI. Call (810) 614-3778, www.tricv.com for info. FEBRUARY 5 – MQHA Tack Sale, 10am-4:30pm, at the MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI. For info call (616) 225-8211 or visit www.miquarterhorse.com

FEBRUARY 26 – Ranch Horse Versatility Series Show, held at Tri C/V Performance Horses in Imlay City, MI. (810) 614-3778, www.tricv.com for info. FEBRUARY 26 – Winter Series Dressage Show at Willowbrooke Farm in Plymouth, MI. For info call (313) 938-9221, visit www.SNelsonDressage.com FEBRUARY 27 – Feedlot Sorting, 1pm sign up & 2pm start. Drawpot; Open, Youth & 1 st Timer jackpots, held at Tri C/V Performance Horses, Imlay City, MI. (810) 614-3778, www.tricv.com for info. MARCH 5 – Extreme Trail Series, Imlay City, MI. Call (810) 614-3778, www.tricv.com for info. MARCH 6 – Feedlot Sorting, 1pm sign up & 2pm start. Drawpot; Open, Youth & 1 st Timer jackpots, held at Tri C/V Performance Horses, Imlay City, MI. Call (810) 614-3778, visit www.tricv.com for info.

FEBRUARY 5 & 6 – Albion Winter Series Jumper Schooling Show, at the Held Center, Alboin, MI. For info: (517) 629-1000, www.albion.edu/heldcenter

MARCH 11, 12 & 13 – Michigan Horse Council’s Stallion Expo, held at the MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI. Visit www.michiganhorsecouncil.com or call (231) 821-2487 for information.

FEBRUARY 6 – Feedlot Sorting, 1pm sign up & 2pm start. Drawpot; Open, Youth & 1 st Timer jackpots, held at Tri C/V Performance Horses in Imlay City, MI. Call (810) 614-3778, visit www.tricv.com for info.

MARCH 12 – Michigan Barrel Racing Assoc. Event, held at Sundance Arena, Grand Ledge, MI. Expos 11am; noon start. For info call Charlotte (810) 7932659 or visit http://mibarrelracing.tripod.com

FEBRUARY 12 – Ranch Horse Versatility Series Show, held at Tri C/V Performance Horses in Imlay City, MI. (810) 614-3778, www.tricv.com for info.

MARCH 12 & 13 – Albion Winter Series Jumper Schooling Show, at the Held Center, Alboin, MI. For info: (517) 629-1000, www.albion.edu/heldcenter

FEBRUARY 13 – Feedlot Sorting, 1pm sign up & 2pm start. Drawpot; Open, Youth & 1 st Timer jackpots, held at Tri C/V Performance Horses, Imlay City, MI. (810) 614-3778, www.tricv.com for info. th

FEBRUARY 19 – 10 Annual PLHA Barn Dance, held at the Pontiac Lake Rec. Area. Call Susie at (248) 933-6338 or visit www.PLHA.info for information. FEBRUARY 19 – Extreme Trail Series, Imlay City, MI. Call (810) 614-3778, www.tricv.com for info. FEBRUARY 19 – Willowbrooke Winter Series MHJA local member schooling show, held in Plymouth, MI. Classes from walk-trot to 3’ hunter/jumpers. For info: (313) 938-9221, www.willowbrooke-farm.com FEBRUARY 20 – Feedlot Sorting, 1pm sign up & 2pm start. Drawpot; Open, Youth & 1 st Timer jackpots, held at Tri C/V Performance Horses, Imlay City, MI. (810) 614-3778, www.tricv.com for info.

Geyer Hay & Straw Auction, every Saturday, 10am, 3040 Dietz Road, Williamston, MI. (517) 655-6343 Geyer Horse & Tack Auction, 1 st Sunday of every month. Held in Williamston, MI. Tack at 1pm; horses 5pm. (517) 655-6343, www.geyerfarmservice.com GW Horse & Tack Auction, 3rd Saturday of each month, hay at noon, grocery items 1pm, used tack 2pm, horses 7pm. Held at The Orchard Horse Sale, Vassar, MI. For more info call Gary or Deb Wright (989) 673- 3767 or email gwright@centurytel.net JDP Horse & Tack Auction, 2 nd Friday of each month. Starting at 6pm with consignments, new tack, saddles & horses Held at the UPI Sales Barn in St. Louis, MI. For more information call Jenny at (989) 205-3236 or visit www.JPDHorse.com Lake Odessa Horse Auction, 2nd Saturday of each month, 9:30am tack, horses start at 1pm. Located at 3675 Tupper Lake Road, Lake Odessa, MI. Visit LakeOdessaHorseAuction.com, call (616) 374-8213 Moore’s Monthly Horse & Tack auction. 1st Saturday of every month, starting at 6 pm with tack, horses to follow. Held at the farm 11771 us 223, Onstead, MI. Contact Tom Moore at (517) 467-7576 for more info or visit www.tommooresales.com Napoleon Horse & Tack Auction, every 3 rd Saturday, 7pm; Livestock auction every Monday at 2pm. Held at 6810 W. Brooklyn Rd. (M-50), Napoleon, MI. Visit www.NapoleonTack.com or call (517) 536-4201.

MARCH 19 – Winter Series Dressage Show at Willowbrooke Farm in Plymouth, MI. For info call (313) 938-9221, visit www.SNelsonDressage.com

Northern MI Livestock Auction, 1st Saturday each month, Tack at 2pm & Horses at 6pm. 1549 N. Townline Rd., 1¾ mile north of M-32, Gaylord, MI. For info call (989) 732-5732

MARCH 20 – Feedlot Sorting, 1pm sign up & 2pm start. Drawpot; Open, Youth & 1 st Timer jackpots, held at Tri C/V Performance Horses, Imlay City, MI. Call (810) 614-3778, visit www.tricv.com for info.

Ravenna Livestock Auction, 3rd Saturday of every month, 4pm, Ravenna, MI. For more information please call Bob Leech (231) 865-6277

MARCH 26 – Michigan Barrel Racing Assoc. Event, held at Beaubiens Arena, Adrian, MI. Expos 11am; noon start. For info call Charlotte (810) 793-2659 or visit http://mibarrelracing.tripod.com

Warner Farms Dealer’s Tack Auction, 1st Thursday of every month, 10am, Lenawee County Fair & Event Grounds, Adrian, MI. For info call James Warner (517) 596-3028 or visit www.lenfair.com

APRIL 2 – Welcome Spring Ride at the Pontiac Lake Rec. Area (rain date 4/9). Call Susie at (248) 9336338 or visit www.PLHA.info for information.

Warner Farms Horse, Tack & Hay Auction, 5pm, held every Saturday in Munith, MI. For info call Jim at (517) 596-3028, jimbohorse46@verizon.net

APRIL 9 – Michigan Barrel Racing Assoc. Event, held at Sundance Arena, Grand Ledge, MI. Expos 11am; noon start. For info call Charlotte (810) 7932659 or visit http://mibarrelracing.tripod.com

Wayland Livestock Auction, 4 th Saturday of every month. 10am tack; 1pm horses. Held in Wayland, MI. For more information call Tri-Pine Tack, Leon & Cal Casey, at (269) 945-9398

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SHOW & EVENT DATES OHIO EVENTS Events are subject to change without notice - always be sure to CALL BEFORE YOU HAUL! NOVEMBER 6 – Grt Lks Cutting Horse Assoc. Show, Winchester, OH. (614) 402-7593, www.GLCHA.com NOVEMBER 6 – Liberty Farm Horse Show, held in Columbus, OH. For info call Kathy at (614) 279-0346 or visit us online at http://libertyhorsefarm.com NOVEMBER 6 & 7 – Henry County Draft Horse Club’s Annual Farm Days at Ken Davis Farm in Liberty Ctr., OH. Call Beth (419) 410-6823, www.hcdhc.org NOVEMBER 6 & 7 – Jeff Cook Clinic at Lochmoor Stables in Lebanon, OH. For info call (513) 932-7332 or visit online at www.LochmoorStables.com NOVEMBER 6 & 7 – OVRHA Reining Horse Show, held at Henderson’s Arena in Jackson, OH. For info (740) 988-2971 or www.HendersonsWestern.com NOVEMBER 12, 13, & 14 – Midwest Indoors Show, held in Wilmington, OH. For info call Frankie (513) 875-3318 or visit www.CountryHeir.com

NOVEMBER 19, 20 & 21 – Midwest Indoors Show, held in Wilmington, OH. For info call Frankie at (513) 875-3318 or visit www.CountryHeir.com

APRIL 7, 8, 9 & 10 – Equine Affaire in Columbus, OH. Vendors, shopping, demos & more! For info visit www.EquineAffaire.com or call (740) 845-0085.

NOVEMBER 20 & 21 – Limerick Lane Horse Show, held in Hilliard, OH. For info call Maureen at (614) 332-2074 or visit www.LimerickLaneFarm.com

OH HORSE/TACK AUCTIONS Athens Livestock Sales, every Saturday of the month, Albany, OH. For info call (740) 592-2322

NOVEMBER 26, 27 & 28 – SOQHA Turkey Circuit show held at Champions Center in Springfield, OH. For info visit www.OQHA.com, www.SOQHA.com

Larue Horse Sale, LLC – auction on last Saturday of every month, 1059 Richwood-Larue Rd., Larue, OH. For information call (419) 889-9150

NOVEMBER 27 – Thanksgiving Barrel Race, held at Henderson’s Arena in Jackson, OH. For info (740) 988-2971, visit www.HendersonsWestern.com

Sugarcreek Livestock Auction, every Friday of the month, Sugarcreek, OH. For more info call (216) 8522832 or (216) 852-2919

NOVEMBER 27 & 28 – Limerick Lane Horse Show held in Hilliard, OH. For info call Maureen at (614) 332-2074 or visit www.LimerickLaneFarm.com

Mt. Hope Auction, Every Wednesday & 2 nd Saturday of the month, Mt. Hope, OH. For more information please call (216)893-3401, (216)674-6188 (216)674

DECEMBER 11 – Horse Sale at the Mt. Hope Auction in Mt. Hope, OH, 8:30am. For info call Steve at (330) 674-6188 or visit www.MtHopeAuction.com

Plain City, OH, Dealer Tack Auction, 2 nd Wednesday of each month, 10:30am. For more info call Carl at (614) 899-7021, email carlfclyne@yahoo.com

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Wholesale Dealer Tack Auction, 10am, 3 rd Saturday of each month at the intersection of OH 534 & Maple Dr. in Newton Falls, OH. For more information visit us online: www.thoroughbredexpresstacksales.com

NOVEMBER 13 – Horse Sale at Mt. Hope Auction in Mt. Hope, OH, 8:30 am. For info call Steve at (330) 674-6188 or visit www.MtHopeAuction.com

FEBRUARY 8, 9, 10, 11 & 12 – Mid-Ohio Draft Horse & Carriage Sale at the Mt. Hope Auction in Mt. Hope, OH. For info call Steve (330) 674-6188 or visit online at www.MtHopeAuction.com

NOVEMBER 13 & 14 – Great Lakes Cutting Horse Assoc. Show at Eden Park Eq. Complex in Sunbury, OH. For info: (740) 667-3940, www.GLCHA.com

MARCH 25 & 26 – Buckeye Morgan Horse Sale. For info call Alvin (330) 674-1795 or Nancy (419) 2890835 or visit www.BuckeyeMorganHorseSale.com

Yoder & Frey Hay & Straw Auction, every Monday at 12 noon, Farm Machinery Auctions 2 nd Tuesday monthly at 9am. 3649 County Road 24, Archbold, OH 43502. 1-800-364-2870, yoderandfreyfarm.com

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By Marcia King, Green Grass Features Does your horse have unexplained, occasional cravings for woody snacks? Gourmet items such as Fence Board Flambé, Stall Door Surprise, and Tree Trunk Tantalizers? If so, it could be the weather! Explains Wayne Loch, PhD (animal science), associate professor of animal science, University of MissouriColumbia, "When it's cold, there is often less grass, and if people don't feed enough h a y, t h e n h o r s e s w i l l definitely chew on wood if they don't have enough roughage. Horses depend upon fermentation from the digestion of roughages to keep them warm in the winter. If they're short on roughage and it's cold, they may chew on wood." G a r y H e u s n e r, P h D , extension service equine scientist, University of Georgia, noted, "Here in Georgia in January and February when the weather is its coldest, we get a lot of calls about horses chewing on woods and trees. Although not totally conclusive, we believe the dampness softens up the wood. The fact that it's colder, the horse has a little higher requirement for energy to maintain body heat, so they go to chewing on wood that's been softened up and gives them a source of fiber." Additionally, cool season forage may not provide roughage, as it's high in moisture content and low in fiber. The solution? More hay. "We suggest owners provide all the hay they can and see if that doesn't eliminate the chewing," said Dr. Heusner. "We've also found that these

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cool season grasses and some of the hays are low in potassium. In that case, we recommend more potassium in the diet to see if that alleviates the wood chewing. Most of the time, once it starts warming up and the grasses get a little more growth and fiber content to them, and the wood isn't as soft from the wetness, these horses stop chewing." But cold weather doesn't just affect appetite changes; it can also affect behavior. Cold weather, especially when combined with wind or with a sudden downward turn in temperatures, can make a horse a little more flighty. "When it's colder, horses feel better and like to play a little bit more," Dr. Loch said. "They're more energetic." Dr. Heusner says that may be due to a couple of factors. "It could be that when a cold front moves in, their nutritional requirements to maintain body temperature changes and we don't allow for that change in their diets." Throw in a little extra wind, with all the extra noise and movement of bushes, branches, weeds, blowing items, etc., and you've got a horse that's more likely to spook because of the extra motion and commotion. If your horse acts up when it's cold and windy, back off if you can. "If I'm trying to train such a horse," said Dr. Loch, "I just forget it for that day. It's hard getting their attention and you might not get much done anyway."

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The Buckskin Horse Association of Michigan would like to thank everyone who helped make our 2010 Show Season a total success! While some breed associations saw a decline in participation, BHAM realized a 15% increase in new memberships – 9% of our growth was in our ABRA classes. Our growth could be attributed to a combination of Saturday night cookouts; weekend High Point awards; and/or year end High Point saddles. This year’s 33rd Annual All American Buckskin Congress and Moonlight Breeders Futurity also had a growth in entries of 6%, with the lions share being in the Moonlight Breeders Futurity!! The increase could be directly related to the 3rd year for the FREE Thursday night TRAIL-GATE party of boxed subs, chips and all the fixings sponsored by our local trainers, and the FREE Saturday night Lasagna and Mac and Cheese dinner with all the fixings. Pictured from left to right:

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to fit the economic times until it becomes more feasible to expand. There are dozens of little ways to save money, adding up to large savings in the long run. “Pay attention to catalog sales, advertising fliers, coupons at the feed store. If something you need comes up on sale, this is a better time to buy it. Some businesses are reducing inventory by lowering prices; if you shop around you might find things you can afford,” says Coleman. “It all comes down to having a plan, thinking about what you really need or don't need, and becoming a conscientious consumer.” Tough times can also mean more bargains because many people are selling things they can't afford or are getting out of the horse or farming business. “You might be able to pick up a low-mileage tractor more cheaply than you could a few years ago,” says Freeman, “or purchase an equipment upgrade.” Don't spend frivolously. Freeman says a huge amount of money is spent on things that have no bearing on horses' health and wellbeing. “We buy many things to satisfy human desires. When you decide to trim ex p e n s e s , w r i t e d o w n everything you purchase. In one column, list things you buy for the health of your horse. In another column, list things that only pertain to your interests with that horse.” Ascertain which products are necessities and which are not. Other ways to cut costs include figuring ways to keep your old equipment running, or buy used items if something new is out of your budget right now.

HORSES AND TIGHT BUDGETS, PART II By Heather Smith Thomas, Green Grass Features

This article is continued from the October 2010 issue of Saddle Up! Magazine. MAXIMIZE PASTURE Letting horses harvest forage by grazing is the most cost efficient way to feed. “Subdividing pastures and using rotational or controlled grazing can greatly extend it,” says Mowrey. “On a normal growth period in North Carolina, we have grazing for about 10 months by doing this. The cost of pasture is less than 1 cent per pound. Cost of hay right now in our region is 11 to 12 cents per pound for small square bales, depending on size, what kind of hay, and what time of year it is. A 45-pound square bale at $5 a bale is about 11 cents per pound. The 600-pound round bales selling at $35 per bale are about 5.5 cents per pound.” In some other areas of the country, hay costs are much higher, especially with freight added on. Thus, it pays to extend grazing as much as possible. If you can manage your land more intensively, fertilize appropriately, and let horses harvest forage themselves (managing pastures for nutritional value rather than as turnout areas), this saves a lot of hay expense.

Ask your local Extension people for advice on soil tests and fertilizing. “Fertilizer is expensive so you need to fertilize at the appropriate rate and at the proper time,” says Coleman. “Make a plan. If it's not the optimum time to spread fertilizer, don't spend the money.” Horses are efficient harvesters. “Right now, the cost of putting up a small rectangular bale of grass hay is between $3.50 and $4 per bale,” says Mowrey. “If you mechanically harvest it, you also lose more nutrients.” Maximizing pastures is often a better choice. ALTERNATIVE OPTIONS Money can be saved by pooling resources. “A young trainer starting out should consider working out of an existing barn,” says Mowrey. “If a large farm has a hunter operation, a western trainer might be able to lease 10 stalls from the hunter operation and pay a fee to have those stalls included in the management, cleaning, etc.” If a person wants to go into the boarding business, it might be wise to offer pasture boarding first, without such a tremendous investment in facilities. Then you could gradually build from there. Tailor your dreams and plans

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looking at traveling less or staying closer to home. “Now is the perfect time for local groups to generate more interest and activities, to save fuel expenses,” suggests Freeman. “The window of opportunity to participate in activities outside your normal competitive structure may be larger. There are alternatives and other events besides those with a point structure for people to get together and do things with horses. A renewed interest in local community horse events could be a lot of fun. I remember when local saddle clubs and weekend horse shows were the big activities.” Reduce travel costs by sharing trailer space with other horse owners. REDUCE HERD SIZE “It can be difficult to sell a horse in an over-supply market,” says Freeman. It's especially hard if the horse is untrained. “You can't even give away a horse that's not rideable.” If you want to reduce your herd to reduce expenses, develop a horse someone will want to ride. “The strength of the market is in top end show horses and in broke horses anyone can ride,” Freeman reports. “If you have a bunch of unbroken horses and are complaining about expenses, find a way to get them broke, because you won't be able to sell them any other way.” Times may be tough right now, but if you make the effort, you should be able to ride it out. Heather Smith Thomas raises horses and cattle on her family ranch in Salmon, I d a h o. S h e w r i t e s f o r numerous horse magazines and is the author of several books on horses and cattle farming. WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

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ivermectin is that you can add a little molasses (sucking some molasses into the syringe) just before giving it to the horse, and the dewormer will taste like molasses. Some paste dewormers are in a palatable base, but if your horse still doesn't like the taste, the "treat" before and after keeps him happy. A bad-tasting or bitter medication such as phenylbutazone should always be sweetened with molasses or syrup. Pills can be crushed, then mixed with syrup and water in the oral syringe. Even if a certain pill does not dissolve, the powder can be suspended in syrup or molasses water. Shake the syringe before administering it, so the solid particles won't sink to one end. If a horse tends to spit out a thin liquid, add 10 to 20 ml of milk of magnesia. You can still flavor the mix with molasses, but milk of magnesia is thicker than water, less easy to spit out, and will buffer and soothe any gastric irritation caused by an ulcer-producing medication like phenylbutazone or aspirin. Another option for a crushed pill that tends to settle out is to use a thick base such as applesauce, yogurt or thick corn syrup, depending on what your horse likes. Once you discover what he likes best, he will look forward to the medication rather than trying to avoid it. When giving any type of oral medication, including deworming paste, first make sure the horse's mouth is free of feed, or he can spit the medication out. If there's a wad of feed between his cheek and his teeth, he will work that out with his tongue-taking some of the dewormer paste or medication with it and you'll lose part of the dose. Stick a finger in the corner of his mouth (where there are no teeth)

GIVING ORAL MEDICATIONS TO HORSES By Heather Smith Thomas, Green Grass Features

If a horse is fussy about eating medications or oral supplements, they can be mixed with molasses and added to the horse's grain. Some horses will refuse to eat "doctored" grain, however, and the only way to administer the dose is by oral syringe. This can be a struggle unless the horse has been conditioned to accept syringe dosing. Most horses are dewormed with paste or liquid squirted into the back of the mouth, and many medications such as pills or boluses are easiest to administer crushed or dissolved, put into liquid form to give by mouth. Several types of drugs and medications are cheaper as pills than as pastes or injections, and easier on the horse if given orally rather than by injection. Sometimes, however, you encounter a horse that protests having anything put into his mouth. He raises his head to avoid it or may rear up or rush backward--or flips his head as you try to squirt it in, spilling part of the dose. One way to prevent protest is to give the horse lessons ahead of time. Train every young horse to accept this as part of routine handling. Even an old spoiled horse that fights to avoid the oral

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Novi Equestrian Expo November 12.13.14, 2010 Rock Financial Showplace On Grand River Ave. between Novi & Beck Rds. in Novi, MI RETAIL FLOOR with Vendors Selling a Variety of Horse Merchandise, Supplies, Home Décor and Apparel. EXHIBITIONS & CLINICS featuring some of the industry’s best.

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