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November 12: Annual Banquet at the Good Hope Lutheran Church, Arlington, OH.August 6 saw a nice group of Black Swamp Driving Club members gather at the Carlisle Reserve near Grafton, OH for a joint drive with the Western Reserve Carriage Assoc.

Cathy Rhoades with Jackie and Mike Minges had made arrangements for the event Because of the heat and high humidity the hosts had advised drivers to come early to drive before the noon potluck. The park offers weather proof trails that wind along the Black River, through woods, and across prairie ground During the potluck, Sharon and Ron Hayhurst invited members to attend their Aug 27 obstacle fun at their farm, Bowling Green, OH. Visit us online at: https://www.blackswampdrivingclub.com/

1 - Normal Day Staging; 2 - Go past the day staging parking lot to the "Barn Lot" on the same side of the road; 3 - There is also a new option to access the west end of the park more easily! It is still signed as the X Country Ski Trail, just before the beach entrance (on the opposite side of the road) when entering the park. Park staff enlarged the parking area to hold four or five horse size rigs, but this is not a parking area suitable for BIG rigs. The drive entry is not wide, and the turn around area is not huge. If your rig is more than 30 feet or you lack backing skills, this may not be a good option. Please park like you expect the lot to be full when you come back. Leave room for others and plan for all rigs to be able to exit safely

MAYBURY STATE PARK TRAIL RIDERS ASSOCIATION (MSPTRA)

October 4-9 brings the National Drive (and Ride) at the Hoosier Horse Park, Edinburg, IN. Drivers may spend time attending free clinics, exploring marked trails (or going off on their own), trying the daily changing cones courses, running the driving derby, showing off their dogs in the Pooch Parade, picking up bargains at the Swap Meet, and outdoing the competition in Tacky Turnout, etc. More information can be found online at https://www.nationaldrive.net/ Upcoming Events:

October means it’s time for the annual hayride hosted by Mary Elliott and Linda Spear at their farm near Galion, OH Percherons will provide the power for the October 23 fun.

Our remaining event for 2022 is October 1st, our annual Chili Cookoff – don't forget to get your reservations made! Bring out your best chili, or your favorite chili side dish for our potluck/chili contest. If you encounter a situation on the trails like a tree down, please let us know, and let the park staff know before you leave the park. We all work together as best as we can to keep the trails clear. You can ask questions or report trail issues on our Facebook page Ionia Horse Trails - IHTA, or by calling the park at 616-527-3750.

After our annual meeting, we have 2 open seats on our board, so if you'd like to contribute a bit of time and be part of the improvements at Ionia, please reach out to any board member, or tag us at Ionia Horse Trails - IHTA on Facebook. We hope to make additions to the Ionia Confidence Course next year (2023). We have plotted out our proposed route for Phase 2, and it has been roughed in. Riders are welcome to start using the path to go from day staging to the Phase 1 course. The path will pick up from the trail just across the road from day staging, then take the first right (presently it is marked by pink ribbons in sets of two - stay between the ribbons.)

Summer Time for Black Swamp Driving Club

Greetings, trail riders! Trails are still in great shape! We are looking at fixing up some of the holes in the inner circle trail off 8 mile. Please remember to sign in at the kiosk near the staging area or log your ride on our website at https://mayburytrailriders.org/ The Maybury State Park Trail Riders Association was featured in the May 2022 magazine, The Ville. It was a great article that featured our local equestrian riders and had information on what our group does for the park. It also provided information to nonequestrians with dogs or bikes on proper etiquette and why it’s needed.

THREE DAY PARKING AREAS:

Our approximately 100x100 arena built with a joint effort of park staff and IHTA volunteers in September 2019, is next to day staging. If you have an anxious horse you want to expose to trail riding, you'll have a safe place to "work out the kinks" before hitting the trails. We'll also be encouraging 4-H groups to hold their practices there, as well as potentially inviting clinicians and outside events in the future.

October 23: Annual Hayride, hosted by Mary Elliott and Linda Spear, Galion, OH

Julie Emmons mentioned that she’s getting her new Percheron ready for the Parker Bridge Drive held near Upper Sandusky, OH. The Emmons family will be hosting the popular drive September 24th.

We have scheduled a Trail Maintenance Day for September 25, 2022 from 9:00 am-Noon. Snacks and drinks will be provided after wards.

IONIA HORSE TRAILS ASSOCIATION

BLACK SWAMP DRIVING CLUB, OHIO BSDC was invited by Western Reserve Carriage Association to attend a “horseless” meeting Aug. 14 at Bev and Dave Patrick’s home near Beaver Falls, PA, for lunch and a tour of their carriage collection Roger Murray was asked to provide commentary for the 30 vehicles.

October 4-9: The National Drive at the Hoosier Horse Park, Edinburg, IN

Mark your calendars for our annual fall ride this year! It is scheduled for October 23, When reserving online, remember your first click is on the "Equestrian" tab on the right side of the first page, then you can select our horse camp. Don't forget your horses, as the trails are great this time of year!

Congratulations goes out to members, Carrie Carpenter and Ron Montgomery, on the birth of their beautiful long legged palomino filly born August 13th. Both dam and sire contributed well-gaited foundation lines to this much anticipated filly. She is one special girl!

~ Mary Nader MI FOX TROTTING HORSE ASSOC. https://mfthba.com/ also has a wealth of information too. If you decide to buy a grade (no papers) Fox Trotter that gaits or the seller said it would gait, you can purchase a DNA kit from the MFTHBA (mfthba.com) to see if your new horse has parents in the registry, whereupon you can see about getting your horse's registration papers.

September is a big month for MTRA shore to shore ride as is a Criss Cross this year It will start at Stoney Creek Trail Camp and head south to Cadillac Trail Camp. Then the next leg starts in Empire traveling east and ending in Oscoda. There is an option for one or two crossings with this ride.

MSPTRA, CONTINUED

Follow us on the MTRA Facebook page and the MTRA Friends Facebook page. We are accepting membership applications from owners of grade or registered MFTs who can help promote this breed and are willing to help with association activities. Go to our website to print off the member ship form.

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Check out all the new updates to the web site at https://mayburytrailriders.org/ We still have not received any good news yet on any interest of someone to take over the riding stables facility at the park. If you or anyone you know that might be interested, please contact Traci Sincock via email at sincockt@michigan gov We would not want this great facility to be left unused. Since the riding stables Facebook page has been taken down, we are getting many questions about horse rentals on our website. As of now, I am directing inquiries to other local riding stables, such as Brighton, Waterloo and Pinckney. We hope to be able to give them good news about renting horses at Maybury State Park some day

August started a virtual shore 2 shore which ends October 31. This gives an option of 3 months to complete the 235 mile ride. 80 have signed up. This year a virtual 2022 tee is given upon entering and for members completing the ride will recieve a lapel pin.

As the kids go back to school and summer begins to wind down, so do the horse shows. However, the Pinto Horse Association of Ohio has one final show on Sept. 23-25 at Garwood Arena in Columbiana, Ohio. This is a totally new venue for Ohio We are blessed to be able to use such magnificent horses with smart and willing per sonalities presenting in all different coat colors, shapes and sizes. Our August Family Ride has just finished. We attended with our grandson who had a blast. Crafts and games, renewing friendships, kayaking in the Manistee River, a buggy ride complements of Bob Balzer and of course riding with grandma and grandpa. As people came and went as the week long event happened, we had a total of 37 persons registered. If you haven't come to a family ride, it is relaxed and fun. Most come without kids, but we encourage you to expose our next generation to trail riding We welcome new members Kate Schroeder of Armada, MI who acquired a brown and white grade MFT gelding, Sue Trudgeon of Dimondale, MI who has a sorrel MFT gelding, Andrea Yuhas of Lawton, MI who has a chestnut Rocky cross gelding and Donna Zink of Tecumseh, MI who has a brown and white spotted MFT gelding. We are glad that they joined us and are participating in our activities.

Welcome to comfortable Fall and good-bye to hot Summer Seems like everyone is looking for a nice Fox Trotter to ride the trails on or show with. 2022 from 11:00am - 3:00pm. Our plan is to have Halloween Themed Riddles for you to figure out along the trail. Food and drinks will be served between 2:00pm-3:00pm. We will have a costume contest as well, at around 2:30pm. We’ll have some fun prizes!

Please continue to follow us on Facebook for updates on the trails, events and general news going on in the park. Feel free to post pictures from your rides!

Please remember that there is NO hunting at Maybury State Park.

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We have an on-going Versatility Program for horse and rider and offer many different clinics each year to enhance your exper ience with your horse. This year we offered two obstacle clinics, a gaited Western dressage clinic, a cow clinic and a horse manship clinic. All had top-notch clinicians. Our members suggested them and our volunteers worked overtime to staff them.

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Once a member, you get a discount for each clinic and are eligible to receive benefits from our sponsors. Visit www.michiganfox trottinghorse.com for more info. We meet monthly via Zoom in the evenings, we don’t interfere with time spent with our horses.

October brings the Color Ride, which starts in Walsh Road Trail Camp traveling to the Luzerne Camp, then ending at 4-Mile Trail Camp. There are layover days on this ride, some sections will highlight fall colors. On this ride is our final board of directors meeting for the year at Walsh Road Trail Camp. Our web page is undergoing a facelift so it may look different in the near future. Dates for the rides and meetings are on MTRA.org

PINTO HORSE ASSOCIATION OF OHIO

When considering one to purchase, it is advisable to bring a knowledgeable person along with you who can identify the gait for you when you try the horse out. There is no joy in paying for a horse that doesn't perform the gait that you expect. Visit www. michiganfoxtrottinghorse com “Gait Info” page to see a video on proper fox trotting and how to tell the other easy gaits from each other. It takes a trained eye to do this and we are available to help you if you ask. Investing in the book, “Easy-Gaited Horses” by Lee Ziegler is a big help, as she identifies the different gaits and provides help to keep your new horse gaiting properly Another book, “Of Royal Blood...the Missouri Fox Trotter” by Dyan Westvang, is an interesting read on how the breed was formed.

MI TRAIL RIDERS ASSOCIATION

Coming in October, WHA will be holding our Portage Lake Parlor Ride on October 1st. You must be a member to go on the ride, but forms are available online on our website at http://www.waterloohorsemen.org/ or on our Facebook page “Waterloo Horsemen Association” (go to files). Cost TBD and all riders must pay in advance to determine proper meal quantities. Ride leaves Maute Road Staging area and crosses into the Portage Lake/Jackson County side of Waterloo. Lunch will be provided by the Portage Lake Parlor, along with live music, beverages, and hi lines for your horses.

We would like to wish everyone safe travels in all of your equine ventures and we look forward to seeing you down the road.

Suzanne Morisse, WDAMI President

YANKEE SPRINGS TRAIL RIDERS

November 4th thru 6th features our annual Turkey Trot. More details to follow Ohio Pinto offers a full slate of classes across many divisions and offers weekend high points at all of our shows. Online at: https://www.ohiopinto.net/

The WDAMI board is working on a clinic and online educational events, if you have any suggest please let us know

Attendance: Ron & Carla Walker, Jon Soper, Kathy Taylor, Sarah Buehler, Heather Slocum, Skip Burger, Ken & Ruth Terpening

WDAMI is looking for sponsors to help sponsor the Year-End Awards Program. We would like the say thank you to: The Lazy S Ranch Equine Learning Center LLC and Sunrise Equestrian Sports for their generous donation this year MICHIGAN

PINTO HORSE ASSOC. OF OHIO, CONT. Pinto and we look forward to seeing everyone at Garwood’s Arena! We had a great show in July at the University of Findlay Western Farm, with both new and old members. Every horse that exhibited at that show also received a t-shirt courtesy of Ohio Pinto, and its many generous sponsors. Ohio Pinto would like to thank our 2022 sponsors! Big Dee’s Tack, State Line Tack, Industrial Farm Co, Industrial Farm Barn, Meyer Heritage Farm, Designated Designer APHA Stallion, Harnish Performance Horses, Stohlman Training Center, DeGraff Stables, Orman Show Horses, SS Perfor mance Horses, Dream Away Farms, Diamond K Farms, Puddles Palace Kennels, Wolfe Creative Care, Crowley Family Dental of Sandusky, Dona Kennedy, McKenzie Family, Dick & Nancy Bredemeier, In Loving Memory of Leon Hoernschemeyer & Joanne Baker, Fairway Farm Pintos, Edie Kuns, Moser Family, The Big Red Barn, Three Ponys Farm, Megan Schott, Hill’s Family, MSPB&O, Brown Acre Designs, and PEMF Healing By Kris. We couldn’t do it without your continued support of our association!

President, Ron Walker called meeting to order Treasurers and Secretaries report were accepted as written by the board.

Attending Members: Dick Smith, Terry Cross, Ricky Ward, Heather Ward Thank you for supporting one of the fastest growing equestrian sports, Be safe, have fun, enjoy your Equine partner and exercise the act of kindness to all.

August Meeting: Our meeting was held at Yankee Springs Horse Camp.

Club Business: Elections will be held at the Until next time, Quote of the month is by Charlotte Dujardin, one of my favorites. “Your Corner and short sides are what makes your movements, nine times out of ten you have to do something out of the corner If you ride a bad corner, you ride a bad movement.”

WDAMI would like to wish all our members who are going to the WDAA World Championship show September 27 – October 1, 2022 at the Lazy Arena in Guthrie Oklahoma. Good Luck and have a great time. Safe Travels. Members who are not going can still enjoy watching online, live at: https://totalhorsechannel.com

WATERLOO HORSEMEN’S ASSOC.

Please join us, and as always Happy Trails.

Excused: John Dermody, Tom Chaffee, Jeanne Burger, Travis Buehler

Hello from Waterloo Horsemen’s Association. We’ve had an exciting year so far Our riding season started with our Green Lake Ride and saw 100+ horses show up for the ride. Memorial Day weekend followed the Green Lake, and we entertained numerous riders for the poker ride followed by an awesome dinner prepared by our wonderful cooks, Jerry and Sandy Beaubien. Although our Spring work bee was canceled, WHA has had countless updates to the trails, camp, and staging areas. The trail's signage has been updated and is still a work in progress. Most trailheads are equipped with not only traditional DNR numbers, but also worded signs. New maps will be pursued when certain trail reroutes are finished. There is also a porta potty and mounting block located at the creek cross ing. The Horse Camp on Loveland Rd. is now completely online through the DNR at www midnrreservations com Burns cabin has been added to the system and comes with horse pens. Our pavilion and solar water system has been completed and we recently acquired new wheelbarrows for the camp. Horse pens for horsemen’s camp are approved and in the works from the DNR. Each of the 25 sites will eventually contain 2 horse pens. Staging area at Maute Rd has also been completely upgraded. What was once an old prison is now a beautiful staging area complete with a restroom, water for horses, a mounting block, and picnic tables. A site has been approved for a Pavilion at the staging area and tree clearing has started.

I would like to congratulate, the winners of the Boss Show and everyone who sup ported the WDAMI Online shows this summer It was great to watch everyone improve. I hope you had fun participating. If you have any suggestion for next year, please feel free to email me at eaglehorse1 @hotmail.com or text or call 906-440-0215.

WESTERN DRESSAGE ASSOC. OF MI Summer is almost over and fall is just around the corner with her majestic colors, cool weather and wonderful aromas. I hope everyone had a wonderful, successful summer with your equine partner on your Western Dressage journey

Ken: Requested additional gravel be left at camp for the board to use for maintenance. Joe agreed to have some there for us. Thank you to our DNR staff for always working hard for us! Our meeting closed at 6:46pm. SADDLEUPMAG(17)

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September 3rd: YSTRA Annual Meeting, Ron Walker, Chair Come vote on your board members! We will be serving a Chicken and Pork lunch at 1pm. Please bring a dish to pass. Poker Run starts at 9am on the 4 mile and goes until 1pm. Sign up and get your cards at the Pavilion. Enjoy a ride to Yankee Bills Saloon (must be a paying member) around a 18 mile ride round trip on Sunday! We leave camp at 9am sharp!

YSTRA would like to extend their condolences to our DNR counterparts. They had a fire at one of their buildings a few days ago. We were so saddened to see this! Please be sure to show your support – without them, we couldn’t do all we do!

The stumps that are still in camp will be re moved this fall when the stump grinder be comes available. Washouts in the current day use will be repaired as soon as possible.

Ruth Terpening

October 8th, Halloween: Sarah Buehler, Chair. Show us your best costume and win prizes! Additional information coming soon.

Regards, Sarah Buehler ~ www.ystra.org annual meeting We are one position short on our BOD. The bylaws state that we are to have a 14 member Board of Directors. If you ride Yankee Springs and would like to contribute to this equestrian trail systems, please consider a term on the BOD Always looking for a new viewpoint. We would like to thank Ruth and Ken for their work on the Billy the Kid Trail also. They cleared trees and did some great clean up work!

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Jon Dermody Work Bee for YSTRA Trailer: Ron will be bringing the YSTRA trailer and the new trailer to the Sept. 3rd event for us to switch out the shelving to the new trailer. We plan to work on it that Thursday and Friday at camp. If you can help out we would appre ciate your time. DNR staff will mow camp a week or so before our event.

Ruth has seen a dirt biker on the Pines trail –reminder for all to please report any ORVs along with descriptions of them to the DNR as soon as possible if seen.

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Thank you, Terpening family for all your hard work!

New Club Business: DNR: Joseph Jander noah and Lucas Galvnez gave us all an update on the day use area. 750 tons of Gravel will be set at our new day use area. All parking will be pull thru with an entrance and exit driveway Early estimates are up to 18 sites with hitching rails. The well will be a hand pump style that will convert to an electric well in the future as permits allow There will be 2 pit toilets installed. Currently the concrete pad is being removed so that the drainage grade can be established.

Your board members who will be voted on at the Annual Meeting, September 3rd, are: Trail Report: Ruth reported some downed trees on the 6 mile that need our attention. Kathy Taylor, Jeanne Burger and Dick Smith cleared the six mile on Wednesday after the meeting Ruth and Ken Terpening made several trips to re-mark the Nine mile trail through the clear cut section. SPRINGS TRAIL RIDERS, CONT.

The prognosis for healing varies with each individual and is usually determined by age, degree of lameness, duration of lameness, and the presence of partial-thickness cartilage lesions.

Some stifle issues may emit a clicking sound which could indicate a rupture of the cartilage or ligaments.

Meniscal tears can occur in horses. The severity of the tear determines the severity of the lameness.

Stifle injuries can result from direct trauma or stress such as experienced in certain disciplines that involve quick directional changes, fast stops, and repeated jumping Horses involved in showing, and working horses used for roping, cutting, barrel racing, harness racing, eventing, and upper-level dressage are particularly susceptible to stifle injuries.

Problems transitioning from trot to canter and vice versa

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Horses with mild stifle lameness may respond to rest and the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSIAIDs), or injections of corticosteroid and hyaluronic acid to counteract inflammation.

Acquired disorders happen to the horse. They include arthritis, degenerative joint disease, ligament injury, bone chips, inflammation, fractures, and trauma. These issues can result from infection, bacteria, or from an injury. Acquired disorders usually develop suddenly with obvious lameness and swelling. Arthritic development is often secondary to a long-term injury

A shortened stride When the stifle joints are working properly, the horse is stable in his movements. Trauma can lead to stifle injuries.

Foals and young horses may show subtle signs such as swelling and low-level lameness as the horse begins training. The signs will decrease as activity decreases. Surrounding the joint is a thin fluid-filled capsule that assists with shock absorption and lubrication. The side ligaments function like their human counterparts to stabilize the joint and prevent it from bending too far in either direction.

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Diagnosing a stifle problem involves a physical examination (including a flexion test and examination for swelling), digital x-rays (to show the existence of arthritis, bone cysts, or fractures), ultrasound and curvilinear ultrasound probes to show ligament or muscle

Equines that have had soft tissue abnormalities eliminated during the exam may be candidates for arthroscopy (a minimally invasive diagnostic procedure).

Stem cell treatments have proven beneficial. The stem cells from the animal's fat or bone marrow are collected, processed, then re injected into the stifle joint.

Anotherinjuries.treatment involves the use of estrogen which is injected into the stifle to increase ligament tension.

Developmental disorders include osteochondritis dissecans (appearing within the first 6 months), subchondral bone cysts, and patellar luxation. The origin of bone cysts is not always clear, but trauma or another disorder of the bone or cartilage may be a contributing factor

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Treatment will depend on the specific injury or disease. A period of 2 to 3 months of rest might be prescribed to alleviate swelling and giving the joint a chance to heal if the joint capsule is stretched and not ruptured. If inflammation is present, intra-articular medicine may be prescribed.

Canter resistance or a very rough canter

Ÿ Difficulty backing up Stifle diseases are classified as being either acquired or developmental disorders.

Dr. Joanna Bronson graduated from MSU College of Veterinary Medicine at the top of her class. In 2005, she opened Bronson Veterinary Services in Coldwater, MI, a full-service equine, small animal hospital and surgical center Bronson Veterinary Services also has a mobile unit for equine calls and after hour emergency care.

A horse's stifle joint is comparable to a human knee. It has a kneecap with attached ligaments for structural stability although the horse's stifle joints are located on their hind limbs.

A horse showing stifle lameness will often be likely to have a sore back or Developmentalcroup.

Signs of a possible stifle injury may include a combination of swelling, lameness, a lack of tolerance for exercise, kneecap locking, and joint thickening. Once the stifle joint is compromised, the horse may demonstrate any or several of these signs:

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Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has been used to encourage healing in soft tissue injuries. The horse's own blood is harvested, and the PRP is then removed in a centrifuge and reinjected into the soft tissue.

Non invasive shock wave therapy treatments have shown promising results for both bone and soft tissue healing. Effective management techniques are beneficial. Affected horses need lots of turnout to encourage movement, strengthening exercises in the saddle or in hand, regular uphill and other groundwork while foremost maintaining a healthy weight.

disorders are often inherent and can be present at birth as the result of genetic abnormalities. Horses with straight hind limbs, OCD lesions, and hooves with low heels and long toes are more at risk for developing stifle problems.

Corrective shoeing where the farrier either trims the inside wall or applies a lateral heel wedge to encourage hoof rotation can also help with stifle-locking problems.

Don't pass the jigger boss: For many working cowboys, a day job is referred to as a "jig." Therefore, the boss of said jig runs the show that day. The boss decides the day's task and assigns roles for each person on the job. It is frustrating and rude to have someone barge in and change the plan of the day without knowing what is going on. It is the jigger boss' ride; let them complete it their way

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Don't help unless you are asked: Unsolicited advice is generally un welcome, and unsought advice almost always comes across as judgmental. If you see someone struggling (whether it is trailer loading, crossing a stream, or anything else), if they do not ask, do not give advice. If your ride buddy needs help, they will ask you. Just remain friendly, open, and available if someone does happen to ask you a question.

I recently had the opportunity to introduce new friends to the Bob Marshall Wilderness complex. The "Bob" holds a special place in my heart, and it is always a pleasure to bring new people in to experience this vast and wonderful area in Montana. We initially planned this trip into the Wilderness to sample the cutthroat trout that call the ice cold lakes and rivers of the Bob home. As with many plans, this one took several years and a pandemic to bring to completion.

Be ready and on time: If a ride starts at 0900, be prepared to head out at 0900. If your animal needs work before being ridden, accomplish that before the ride, don't expect your ride partners to wait for you. Being late is equivalent to saying, "I don't care about you or your schedule." Being punctual shows others that you respect them and their time. Actions speak louder than your words ever will.

Stop and wait: When you find a good spot to water your animals on a ride, ensure that all the animals have had a chance to drink their fill before anyone continues riding up the trail. As herd animals, horses and mules will often forego a much-needed drink if they feel they are being left behind.

Our group included noted clinician Ty Evans, Joseph Gee, maker of tack and mule gear, John Hays, maker of fire, Hunter, the intern, and me. Besides helping with the aerobic conditioning of a few residents of the Sun River, our merry band of mule enthusiasts enjoyed the time spent around the campfire as we worked towards not only solving the world's problems but also instructing young Hunter in the ways of equine fashion and the unwritten rules of ranch and camp life. Do not steal another man's corral: We should not have to mention this, yet here we are. If you pay for a campsite, that space is yours while you are there. Think of it as a hotel room. Would you open the door and walk right in? Just because a corral is empty of horses does not mean it is not in use. The site occupants may be on a ride. This is especially true if the corral contains feed and water. The concept of politeness and common courtesy is lost on some. And there you have it, my top 5 unwritten rules of trail riding For more insightful information on trail riding, camping with horses, as well as the world's largest guide to horse trails and camps, visit us at www.TrailMeister.com "Lex non scripta" is a Latin term that means "law not written." This expression embraces all the unwritten laws that do not come under the definition of written law or "lex scripta", and it is essentially the basis of many of our customs. These unwritten rules are the behavioral checks and balances that serve to keep our culture humming along For example, not only is the captain the last to leave a sinking ship, but a pet, once named, immediately becomes a member of the family. Here are a few more memorable terms that deserve a larger audience.

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Thereroute.aremany factors to consider when traveling with horses. A full-size truck and horse trailer are needed. Horseback riders must know they will have access to a large parking area with ample space for trucks and trailers, loading/unloading horses behind horse trailers, tacking up horses on the sides of the horse trailers, and space to keep horses separate from other horses.

Come experience the Lake Michigan shoreline like you never have before.

Inmihorsefriends@gmail.comappreciationoftheseopportunities, participants are asked to bring their own manure forks and muck buckets to clean up after their own horses in the ORV parking area.

• Participants will be allowed to travel the most direct dune route across the ORV dunes starting at the ORV Dune Exit Ramp, 1.1 miles of ORV dunes to approximately 3 miles of Silver Lake State Park Lake Michigan shoreline.

Cook researched where there are multiple miles of sandy Lake Michigan shoreline and found three miles managed by the State of Michigan Department of Natural Resources at Silver Lake State Park in Mears, Michigan. Cook and members of the Michigan Equine Trails Subcommittee (ETS) performed several private and public pilot rides in partnership with the MDNR and are working towards more opportunities for people with horses.

Riders need the time, knowledge, money, physical fitness, mental fitness, cool confidence, and horses that are physically fit, mentally fit, with good work ethics, and appropriate energy levels

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While horseback riding the Lake Michigan shoreline you are not only surrounded by nature with the beautiful, vast expanse of the dunes, sky, and Lake Michigan, you are also enjoying a partnership with a natural creature while surrounded by nature.

Since the water will be already turned off due to winterization at Silver Lake State Park, horseback riders must bring their own water for both themselves and their horses. The dune route will be maintained by volunteers. Please consider joining the Michigan Shoreline Horse Friends volunteer group to support with donations and/or to volunteer in person. Please email:

• Parking Reservations will be offered from the MDNR for a limited number of participants.

It is best to dress for the weather with layers of clothes including a helmet, neck warmer, gloves, jacket, long pants, and boots. Be sure to pack an extra set of clothes, including boots in case you get wet.

• The ORV dune route and shoreline will be kept barefoot ready with dune route manure maintenance.

• Participants must bring their own horses.

Partnership with Nature:

After enjoying horseback riding along the sandy shorelines in Mexico, Jenny Cook, Michigan Equine Trails Representative, was inspired to start a similar experience along the Lake Michigan shoreline.

Ride Details: Shoreline horseback riding opportunities will be offered after the Off-Road Vehicle season at Silver Lake State Park during the month of November. Please text “TROT” to 80888 to sign-up to be notified from the MDNR of upcoming opportunities.

Traveling with Horses:

Floating over the sand as you traverse the dunes and Lake Michigan shoreline by horseback has been described as: Vault toilets will be available in the ORV parking area and along the dune

Partnerships through layers of trust must be built with consistent, positive training, and communication with your horse.

Horseback riders haul horses, tack (saddle, saddle pad, bridle, halter), grooming supplies, medical supplies, emergency supplies, hay, and water for their horses.

Text “TROT” to 80888 to sign-up to receive notifications from the MDNR of upcoming shoreline horseback riding opportunities!

Riding Tips: Consider taking breaks to let your horse catch their breath as Considerneeded.

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https://elcr.org/trails safe-passing-plan/ Many thanks to the organizations and individuals who have helped make these opportunities possible: Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Back Country Horsemen of Michigan, Grace Adventures, Michigan Equine Trails Subcommittee (ETS), Michigan Horse Council, the Michigan Shoreline Horse Friends, the Oceana County Fairgrounds, and the Silver Lake/Mears communities. Dreams become plans and plans become realities.

• SW MI Equestrian Trails Subcommittee Representative (ETS)

Consider riding parallel to the shoreline for a distance and not directly into the water to allow your horse to become accustomed to these new environments. Horses prefer solid ground. Crashing waves and swirling sand can be challenging for horses. These rides are currently bring your own horse opportunities. There are no horse rentals available at this location. Please refer to the Michigan Horse Trails Directory online to find locations where there are horse rental opportunities throughout Michigan and horse trails, camping, events, and volunteer horse friends groups.

When riding up the dunes it is recommended to walk or “shuffle” your horse. Try to avoid loping, cantering, or running uphill as these gaits can cause your horse to dig deeper in the sand and be more strenuous for them.

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riding with another seasoned shoreline rider. Bring Your Own Horse: A Few More Details About Horses: Horses are Prey Animals. Due to the natural pecking order of pre dator and prey, horses expect us to be the leaders of our partner ships. This provides opportunities to practice confidence, empathy, empowerment, kindness, leadership skills, patience, verbal and non verbal communication skills, and self discipline Horses appreciate when they are treated with respect. Please refer to the TRAILS SAFE PASSING PLAN: STOP, SPEAK, and STAND BACK for more information about horses and an action plan for when you encounter people with horses.

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Does the horse lack any of the skills he will need to accomplish your goal? Do you lack any of the necessary riding skills? Ideally, only one of you does – it can be difficult, if not impossible, to learn a new skill properly while also teaching it to your horse (not mention unfair to the horse). It may be necessary to get help from an experienced trainer to fill in these gaps. Are any of the problems stemming from the horse's disobedient behavior or from a lack of leadership from the person? Or is it a lack of education, a lack of seasoning in the horse (worldly experience), or all the above?

The answers to these questions may lead you to revisiting very basic skills with your horse to fill these holes in his foundation. They may seem inconsequential, but they prepare your horse for when you ask for more from him.

First, rule out physical problems, soreness and lameness with a qualified equine vet and the assistance of an expert farrier Also consider equipment failures, like the wrong bit, an ill-fitting saddle, or an improperly adjusted nose band. You may need expert help with this too.

If the attitude problem is addressed, but not the failure of leadership or communication, things may get worse.

Spooking/fearful behavior is often a result of mishandling or incomThe horse may need road experience, or actual training to develop tools for dealing with its anxiety, like lowering the head, disengaging hindquarters, or the 3-step circle to calm down.

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Does the horse need the help of a more advanced rider or trainer to perform the required skills? The horse may have some training, but is still green, and requires a lot of support from an expert rider to perform the skills. In some cases, the horse has performance problems that are 100% rider-induced.

You have future goals to accomplish with your horse, but you know you are not ready yet. Equestrian sports require a long-term commitment and often the journey takes us places we did not imagine when we started. What can the horse's issues be traced back to? For example, if the horse resists speeding up into a lope, and/or staying in the lope, ask yourself – does he move freely forward at a trot? At a walk? When you are leading him? Or does he stop, slow, or resist whenever he wants to? Does the horse respond to light cues from the rider the first time he is asked? Is the horse soft and relaxed throughout the body? Is there anxiety, tension, or confusion present?

The Holes

Is the horse especially anxious, high-headed, agitated, or on-the muscle? Anxious or resistant behavior in horses is often the result of the horse's simple lack of understanding of what the right answer is. We must consider if the horse's confusion is coming from the rider giving conflicting signals, from a lack of foundational training in the horse, or both. Usually fixing the rider fixes the horse, but sometimes the horse just needs education. No equestrian enjoys discovering that about themselves, but it is important for your horse and yourself to acknowledge when you are the root of the issue before you can fix it and move forward.

What is the state of the horse's attitude – particularly as it relates to its ground manners and its willingness? Does the horse accept the authority of the person both on the ground and under saddle? The horse's attitude and willingness can be a “canary in the coalmine” of more serious underlying problems.

Does the horse have the skills he needs, but lacks the “life skills” that come with experience traveling to and performing at new places? Maybe your horse has anxiety or herd-bound issues that lead to mental/emotional meltdowns? All the training for physical skills and maneuvers in the world will not help if what the horse lacks is worldly experience, confidence leaving the herd, and the ability to be calm and focused in brand new places.

Sometimes a horse's poor attitude stems from a failure of leader ship on the part of the human, or confusion from conflicting signals.

Step 1: Find the Holes A greener horse with little foundational training who is being asked to do things it cannot understand can understandably become frus trated and angry Things are not always as they appear on the sur face, and usually in cases like this, the horse's attitude will turn around dramatically in the right hands.

For many equestrians, taking on a new challenge like competing in a local horse show or attending a group trail ride is an appealing prospect. It seems like almost every day I hear from one of my online coaching students about changing disciplines – trail riding to ranch horse or dressage to reining.

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This journey will require building new skills, but which ones? You and your horse will need lots of practice, but on what? You must keep your eyes on the prize yet be willing to “go back to basics” to fill in holes that may be missing either in your horse's training and experience, or your own. The overwhelming majority of so called “training problems” in horses are a result of physical pain, mental stress (like fear, anxiety and confusion), or poorly fitting/adjusted equipment.

I often work with people who recently acquired a new horse, but the relationship is not headed in the right direction. Sometimes it is a well-trained horse that performed admirably when purchased, but a month or two after getting the horse home, it is falling apart. Or they have adopted a horse with no known training history and are trying to decipher what they have to work with in order to give the horse a great future.

Define the performance problem or the new skills required: What abilities will both horse and rider need, and what currently stands in the way of success? This list could be long but be thorough and break it down to its smallest components. This will be your road map for your journey with your horse.

Step 2: Determine Root Causes

10,000 hours of practice may be needed to achieve mastery Start now and break it down into small, achievable steps. Remember, only perfect practice makes perfect.

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petence from the rider, and not a problem inherent in the horse. The horse's lack of confidence is directly related to the rider but pre sents as spooking at everything under the sun (or spooking more and more often). Some horses will lose significant confidence when their rider/handler is passive and lacks leadership, especially when the horse was previously accustomed to strong leadership.

Often, fearful behavior disappears entirely when the underlying issues are resolved. These issues commonly include:

Finally, give it time! My horse, Dually, was 6 when I got him and finished in reining, heading, heeling, and reined cow horse—he was a powerhouse! I had been a professional rider for three decades, but it still took us two full years to truly come together as a team and be able to perform at our highest level together. His training was so extensive and so specific that it took me time to find all the buttons and for us to adjust to each other's nuances. Be patient with yourself and your horse – none of this comes overnight.

Step 3: Craft a Plan to Fill the Holes

· Sending confusing or conflicting signals

What discipline specific technical skills are lacking from both horse and rider that are needed to accomplish the goal? Is a higher level of training needed? Together or separately? If you both have the basic skills in place, you can probably gain more skill together Or if one of you has the skills and one does not (either the horse is experienced and the rider is green, or vice versa). However, if both are lacking in skills, you should consider separate training with an expert. Does the rider need to increase skills on another horse or work with a trainer and take lessons on a school horse? Address fundamental skills. Every partnership at any training level stands to benefit from revisiting the basics. Do structured groundwork that gives you authority, develops a line of communication with the horse, and gives the horse a reason to trust you. (My Interactive Academy Membership is an online coaching program that gives you a structured assessment of fundamentals, a plan to move forward, and personalized coaching from me every step of the way.)

· Neglecting to set clear boundaries with the horse

Does the horse need to go to a trainer to accomplish this?

Or if a horse throws a fit walking to a trailer, and the handler turns it around to circle and try again, the horse learns that a tantrum gets them away from the trailer (even if it is only for a moment).

Building the ultimate relationship with your horse, setting and reaching your goals, mastering new skills, and going on adventures together can be exhilarating and fulfilling. My greatest personal satisfaction in horsemanship comes from imagining the best future for a horse, developing that horse to its greatest potential, then finding a deserving rider for that horse. Even when it means letting go of a great horse, I love to see a horse launch into a successful career in the hands of a loving and devoted rider

· Unknowingly reinforcing disobedience from the horse

I believe that a good steward of horses will always leave a horse better off than they found it – healthier, happier, and valued.

· The rider or handler's lack of awareness of the horse

Need more seasoning? Break it down into its smallest components – trailering, stalling, hanging out at an event without competing, riding in new and different arenas, getting used to being around strange horses, practicing performance skills in new locations, riding away from the herd, having more alone time with your horse. Why does resolving these kinds of problems help get rid of a horse's over-the-top fearful behavior? Because they can rely on their person to take care of them and keep them safe. Trust from a horse must be earned over time, and it can be lost in a heartbeat. Calm, focused and obedient horses generally have great confidence and huge faith in their human partners – a major compliment to you! Have the horse and rider had enough practice to own their skills, and experience performing those skills in different locations? Hors es are quite location-specific in what they learn (they remember what they did at that specific place). A horse can perform the highest levels at home (in the place it is accustomed to, learned the skills and has practiced them many times), but when you haul to a new place for the first time…the horse seems as if he knows nothing Learning to perform well in all kinds of locations and situations – familiar and unknown, under pressure at a competition or not – only happens by taking the horse places and gaining experience (or seasoning).

Keep in mind that anyone who handles or rides a horse either trains or untrains that horse with every interaction they have – and that includes you! Horses are extremely quick learners, and sometimes we inadvertently teach the horse the wrong things. For instance, if a horse bucks, and the first thing the rider does is get off and put them away, the horse has learned that bucking will get them out of work.

· Inconsistent reinforcement of cues

My greatest professional satisfaction comes from pinpointing and improving a simple dynamic between a horse and rider – so the horse can free up and perform better, and the horse and rider can forge a deeper connection. In most cases, this opens the door to new achievements for the pair, and the rider gains a new appreciation for their horse.

Regardless of what our goals are, we owe it to our horses to provide them with the skills and positive experiences they need to be safe, reliable, willing, and eager-to-please partners. This basic premise plays a significant role in securing a horse's future, so no matter where their path leads them we have provided them with the best chance of having a good future.

Set 3 specific, attainable, measurable goals and reassess them every month.

Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) is caused by equine infectious anemia virus (EIAV), a lentivirus in the family Retroviridae. EIA has been found nearly worldwide. Countries free of EIA include Iceland and Japan.

• Horses epidemiologically-linked to the positive horse that may be located at another facility.

Testing for Equine Infectious Anemia must be performed at a USDAapproved laboratory.

A positive test indicates the presence of EIA-specific antibodies. The ELISA test can detect antibodies earlier than the AGID test. As the ELISA test may produce false positive results, the confirmatory test for EIA is the AGID test.

• Any horse that resides with or near positive horses.

Equine infectious anemia is often confirmed by serology. The two most commonly used serologic tests are the agar gel immuno diffusion (AGID), commonly known as the “Coggins” test, and the enzyme-link immunosorbent assay (ELISA).

• Nursing offspring of the positive horse or exposed horse.

• Tabanidae family of flies are the most effective vectors, especially horse flies and deer flies.

Horses are usually seronegative on the AGID test during the first 2-3 weeks after infection, and in rare cases they may not develop antibodies until 60 days post exposure or longer Experimental evidence suggest that antibody production may be delayed in donkeys and mules. Positive EIA tests are reported by the laboratory to local state or federal animal health officials within 24 hours of the positive test result, as EIA is a regulated disease in the U.S. A state or federal animal health official will locate the positive reactor animal, quarantine the horse, and obtain a serum sample for confirmatory testing

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Virus isolation is not required for diagnosis, but it can be done. Virus isolation is performed in horse leukocyte cultures.

• Virus can be found in semen. Although venereal trans mission does not seem to be a major route of spread, one stallion appears to have transmitted the virus to a mare with a vaginal tear during breeding

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• Sharing of blood-contaminated equipment (dental, tattoo, surgical) The incubation period is a week to 45 days or longer. Some horses remain asymptomatic until they are stressed or may never show outward clinical signs.

Why all equines changing farms, traveling or showing need a “Coggins” test.

• Horses residing in EIA endemic regions without vector control

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Risk Factors

If there is a positive horse at a facility, a regulatory veterinarian will perform an investigation to identify exposed horses which includes:

Post-mortem: The spleen, liver and abdominal lymph nodes may be enlarged, and the mucous membranes can be pale. In chronic cases, emaciation may also be noted. Edema is often found in the limbs and along the ventral abdominal wall. Petechiae may be observed on internal organs, including the spleen and kidney. Mucosal and visceral hemorrhages and blood vessel thrombosis have also been reported.

• Any horses that may have shared equipment such as needles, syringes, dental equipment, tattooing, or surgical equipment with a positive horse. All horses classified as exposed are placed under quarantine and tested for EIA To identify recently infected horses incubating the disease, all exposed horses are retested 60 days after the removal of the EIA positive horse from the premises. Exposed horses are placed under quarantine until the retest confirms negative EIA status of the horse.

• Latrogenic transmission can occur and can be an important means of spread. This virus can also be transmitted in blood transfusions or on contaminated needles/syringes/IV sets, surgical instruments, and dental equipment. It is reported to persist for up to 96 hours on hypodermic needles.

Diagnostic Sampling, Testing and Handling

Once acquired, EIA is a chronic, life-long infection with no known cure and no vaccine for prevention. Chronically infected equids serve as reservoirs of the virus for potential transmission to other equids.•Vector Transmission (most common).

• Blood transfusion from a donor horse of unknown EIA status

• EIA virus may also be passed from mare to her foal in utero. Possible transmission through milk has been reported in some nursing foals.

Chronically infected horses that die between clinical episodes usually have no gross lesions, but some animals may have proliferative glomerulonephritis or ocular lesions.

Clinical signs can vary widely. Most infected horses are asymp tomatic, showing no signs of disease. Acutely infected animals may develop a fever, go off feed, or die suddenly A chronically infected equine may develop non-specific signs such as weight loss, weakness, anemia, and swelling of the legs, chest, and abdomen.•Virus is transmitted mechanically on the mouthparts of biting insects. Virus persists in the blood leukocytes of the horse for life and in the plasma during the febrile episodes.

• Sharing of blood-contaminated needles, syringes, IV sets

Authors:Ireland.Dr. Katie Flynn, Dr. Angela Pelzel-McCluskey, supported by AAEP Infectious Disease Committee.

• The possibility of aerosol transmission by infectious material during close contact was raised during the 2006 outbreak in

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There is no known treatment. Infected horses become lifelong carriers and pose a risk of infection to other horses. As such management options for an EIA positive horse are euthanasia or lifetime quarantine with permanent isolation at least 200 yards away from non-infected horses.

Separate horses with fevers, reduced feed intake, and/or lethargy from other horses. This virus is readily destroyed by most common disinfectants such as bleach or alcohol. Since alcohol and bleach-based disinfectants are inactivated by organic matter, such as manure or soil, surfaces must first be cleaned thoroughly with soap and water before disinfectants are applied. Pressure washing of contaminated sur faces should be avoided as aerosolization of the virus from blood and bodily fluids on the surfaces could occur.

Biosecurity Guidelines

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Below are some ways to protect horses from contracting the EIA virus:

• Use a sterile needle, syringe, and IV set for all injections or treatments.

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• Practice good fly control by regular mucking of stalls, proper disposal of manure away from horse stabling areas, and use of fly sprays or natural predators to minimize fly presence.

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• Prevention is key to stopping the spread of EIA. There is no approved vaccine for EIA in the U.S

• Keep open wounds clean and covered, if possible. Only administer commercially licensed blood or blood products.

Biosecurity Issues for Receiving Animals

Disinfect dental, tattoo, surgical equipment, lip chains, and bits thoroughly between horses. Remove all debris and blood with soap and water before disinfection.

• Use a sterile needle and syringe each time when puncturing a multi-dose medication bottle.

Require proof of a recent negative EIA test at time of purchase or for new horses entering the premises. Use a sterile technique when drawing up and administering medications.

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Another critical step to take before launching your equine small business is to determine how much money it will take to start your business and how long it might take before you turn a profit. Before your business even opens its doors, you will have bills to pay Understanding these expenses before they are due will help you keep your launch as smooth and stress-free as possible.

Build a Business Plan Now organized for any outcome, there are a few basic guidelines to follow when filling out the details of your business plan. Whether you are creating your first or updating your last, these are some tips for when you are writing your equine business plan:

· Summary: Summarize your business opportunity in a few sentences. For an IRS-worthy appearance, add a cover page and a table of contents.

· Management: Are you capable to run this business? Describe your management style, who is a part of your leadership team, and staff management policies.

Regardless of if you are just starting out or expanding your services, every equine business should have a solid business plan! A foundation for success, this business plan will become your roadmap to achievement and should summarize your business's past, current state, and future goals. Although it may seem intimidating, a thorough business plan is the key to convincing yourself, your customers, and possible investors that you are serious about success! Realistically, not every business is destined to thrive, and a great deal will fail within the first couple years. The reasons for failure could include everything from poor financial planning to lack of demand to natural disaster. Many of these potentially business killing elements are addressed in your business plan. Some of the categories you should include in your plan are as follows:

· Marketing, Audience, and Advertising: Who will buy your product or service and how will they learn of it? Show your market's current and projected demand, the demographics of your audience, analysis of any competition, and your marketing and advertising strategy.

· Execution: How will you execute this business plan? Show how you plan to implement your business plan, your timeline, and any supporting documents.

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· Value quality of your plan over length of your plan

· Operations: How will you supply your product or service to your customers? Detail your facility requirements, operations plan, the materials or inputs you need to produce, schedule of production, and any regulations/requirements to consider

Whether a brick-and-mortar business, or an online or service providing business, the following are some of the startup expenses you want to consider:

· Have an expert on that corner of the equine industry review your plan for flaws in logic, grammar, or organization

· Environment: What factors could threaten your business' viability? Explain the changes in your economy, work environment, part of the equine industry, etc. that could become challenging for your business.

Calculate Startup Costs

Thanks to your business plan, you now have a comprehensive document to show the horse industry that you mean business! Keep updating your plan as your business expands and changes to stay one step ahead of your competitors.

By Lisa Skylis | skylisli@msu.edu Plan Before You Invest

Unfortunately, the equine world is notoriously one of high effort for low profit and even long-established equine businesses will admit it can be a challenging balancing act. Success in this arena will require more than just a labor of love – founding your own equine small business will require thoughtful and careful planning. Two key strategies for turning your blood, sweat, and tears into an established equine business is to develop a business plan and calculate your startup costs.

· Finances: How will your business make money? Demonstrate the financial value of your business with documents about your budget, pricing of your product, your financial goals, financial analysis, economic and other risk assessment, contingency plans, etc.

Business Concept: What is the concept of your business, indepth? Include details on your products or services sold, the structure of your business, your mission statement, your future goals, and any research you have done so far.

Write in simple, short sentences that will be easily understood by anyone reading

· Include facts, figures, and research about your equine business

Read on and let's get to business!

Are you ready to turn your horse hobby into an equine small business? Do you have what it takes to turn your passion into a career? Whether your dream business is a tack shop, freelance photography, a boarding barn, or anything else, it is crucial to learn how to set your business up for success before launching and learn from those who have already made the leap. The goal of this Equine Small Business series is to guide you through the process of becoming a small business, be a resource for growing and maintaining your small business, and give real-life advice from equine professionals with an established small business. Along the way, you will learn from myself and successful equestrian small businesses about: how to build a business plan, marketing and advertising strategies, how to increase your profitability, what type of business structure would best suit you, how to protect your business with insurance and security, what networking can do for you, and much more.

After identifying what your startup costs will be, you will need to estimate how much they might actually cost you. While expenses like insurance or licenses will have clearly outlined costs, others will require some research to get an idea of their cost. Outside of consulting Google, asking friends or family with an already established, similar sized businesses about their initial costs would be an excellent way to predict your financial future. Another good resource would be to use the “Startup Cost Worksheet” available for free from the U.S. Small Business Administration website.

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· Employee pay/salaries · Office space · Advertising and marketing · Printed marketing materials · Utilities · Communications

Depending on the category your business falls into, there may be other expenses specific to your small business. For instance, an equine photographer likely would not have a physical office and would not need to consider office space or utilities, but they would need to add the expense of gas for travelling to shoot locations, and maybe the cost of having a professionally-done website built.

rent,

Lisa Skylis graduated from MSU with a degree in Animal Science. She is a professional freelance writer with focus on the equine industry Freelance inquiries can be sent to skylisli@msu.edu.

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Sources for this article include an article from Iowa State University authored by Don Hofstrand titled “Writing a Business Plan”, a 2021 article from Equine Chronicle authored by Megan Sacia Ulrich titled “Keys to a Profitable Equine Business.” An article from Extension Horses titled “Equine Business Resources – Developing a Business Plan” and the U.S. Small Business Admin istration website. Extension Horses maintains a host of equine business related articles from their Equine Business Network online at: https:// horses.extension.org/equine-business-network-articles/

Once you have established what your business expenses will be and how much you expect them to cost, you should separate them into two categories: one-time expenses and monthly expenses. One-time expenses could include hiring a graphic designer to make your logo or paying for The larger of the two include utilities, employee pay, more. expenses like this could also save usually, one-time

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· Licenses and permits · Inventory · Equipment and supplies · Insurance

Longeing can be a very valuable tool in your horse's training When properly executed, a structured longeing session can further your horse's fitness and conditioning as well as solidify his response to your body position and verbal commands. It allows you to evaluate your horse's attitude, responsiveness and movement before you begin any work under saddle.

Any horse that bucks has excess energy This horse was letting it out through spooking and bucking.

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Use your common sense when evaluating a horse's size in proportion to the rider

The bottom line with this partnership is that this horse knew just when to take control and intimidate his rider His laid-back personality was not mean; he was just trying to get out of work! The rider's mistake was to make her first reaction to praise and baby her horse hoping to give him security around the “spooky” object.

I observed an athletic woman rider, with a strong personality, schooling her “laid-back” horse. Even though he was very quiet, he always found things to be insecure about. He would spook, and then buck, with this rider.

Let me teach you how instrumental the longe line and the longe whip are in achieving the utmost control and responsiveness in my video “The Art of Longeing,” one of the videos in my 6-part Longevity Series. It will strengthen the bond between you and your horse as you achieve a good balance and clear communication.

By Lynn

Riders with short arms may be uncomfortable with a long necked horse and could have more difficulty connecting the balance with their hands and the horse's mouth.

Right Match of Horse and Rider

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If you have been following my articles, you know how strongly I believe how important finding the right match of horse and rider can be to meet your riding goals, personality and lifestyle, and skills. Many of you have emailed me at “ASK LYNN,” with questions about how to choose a horse among several equine individuals who might meet the Considercriteria.thehorse's size and age when looking for a new horse.

The “picture” of you together should show a rider in proportion to the body size of the horse. You should not appear to be “too short” for the horse, nor should your legs appear too long for the horse's barrel. A horse that is light or long backed or one that has a narrow frame is not a good match for a heavier rider These riders are better proportioned for a wider built, short backed horse, with more width across the loins for strength and a more substantial frame.

A common question I get is how important the age of the horse is for rider. Many of you are novice riders with a busy lifestyle. Your best match will be an older, experienced horse who will require less training from you. This partner will allow you to focus on improving your riding skills, rather than facing the frustration of spending time training an inexperienced horse that should receive training time 6 days per week! Young, inexperienced horses are best left to the experienced rider!

To learn more about Lynn's educational programs at Palm Equestrian Academy in Ocala, Florida, her Ride Well clinics across the United States, saddles, DVDs, books, as well as trail and Western dressage comp etitions, and more, please visit her website at http://www.lynnpalm.com, or call 800-503-2824.

Until then, follow your dreams! ~ Lynn Palm

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Longeing adds a wonderful variety to your training and working with your horse, especially for those days when you don't feel like riding Just go to my website www.lynnpalm.com and click on “Boutique” for more details.

I taught this rider how to properly longe her horse to the point of achieving a light sweat before she rode. This gently “humbled” him and defused the excess energy After this pre-ride preparation, they had the best schooling session in the 5 years she has owned him.

A horse's size should be in proportion to the rider's size. This is especially important for woman riders. Ask a friend to help you evaluate how well you and your potential new equine partner meas ure up together. Have your friend stand a minimum of 50 feet away from you while you are mounted on the horse. You can ask the friend to video you, so you can participate in the evaluation process.

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Placement & Functionality – Placing a gate in a corner can save on materials if you are using the corner post to anchor the gate, however making sure that this is safe for your horses is important to consider. Gates placed in corners can have the unintended consequence of trapping horses and can become dangerous for both the horses and the person trying to move them. For this reason, you may want to place gates at the mid-point of the fence line. Additionally, the way the gate swings can also come down to safety and preference. Gates should swing inward without obstruction into the herd, rather than outward, which could allow the horses to learn to push against the gate and be a hazard for trampling the handler. However, if the gates are interior and are used for moving equipment through or opening different sections of pasture, having the gate swing both ways can be advantageous.

A fence is only as good as its weakest point, but unfortunately many people will invest in great fence and then skimp on the quality of the gates they are using Gates are often a gathering point for horses and can be one of the most stressed areas of the fence. This means that it is important that gates are strong, durable and properly hung in order to make them safe for you and your horse.

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The Final Word Moving horses in and out through gates is much easier when horses are well behaved and respectful of their handlers. Take the time to work with your horses regularly to make sure that they are easy to handle when it comes to gate manners. They should be able to remain calm on the lead rope, stop, back and turn away from light pressure. If your horse is difficult to manage on the ground and you are having trouble, it may be time to consult a trusted trainer before it becomes a dangerous situation.

Accessories – Proper latches for a gate are very important. Ideally, you should be able to unlock, swing the gate open and latch the gate closed with only one hand. This allows you to be able to open and close the gate safely with your horse in tow. When it comes to larger gates, sagging can be an issue. Gate wheels can help prevent sagging and make larger gates easier to swing open and shut.

Shape – There are a couple things to consider when it comes to the shape of a gate and they both make a difference in safety for your horse. First, while there are many gates out there with rounded corners, it is important to know that rounded corners do pose a risk that the horse could get a hoof caught in the gapping between the rounded corner and the post, so when choosing a gate, it is best to look for square corner gates that will fit snuggly against the post, posing less of a risk that a hoof could get caught. Similarly, look for gates that have vertical braces rather than diagonal braces, which can have areas where a hoof could get caught. This also goes for wire filled gates, make sure that the wire filling is not a size that could find horse hooves caught in between, 2”x4” openings are considered to be horse safe.

Material – while you can construct a fence from wood or make an extension of the wire fence adding gate handles, by far, the most common gates are tubular gates made of metal. When looking for a tube gate, there are a few things you should pay attention to. First, the weight of the gate – the heavier the gate, the stronger it will be. A very light gate can be dangerous for your horse because they are strong enough to push right through it. Secondly, the diameter of the tubing should be 1-3/4”; this will also add to the strength of the gate. Over time, all metal gates will have some rust, but a heavier gate will stand the test of time and opting for a hot dipped galvanized version will last even longer Installation – For long term durability, gates need to be attached to strong posts. This means treating the post you use for gates as anchors. Typically, a 6” round post is sufficient and as far as length goes, it should be 2.6', but you can opt for 3' depending on frost line or if the gate is 16' or longer Keep the gates snug to the post to prevent gaps. A common mistake is placing the hinges with both facing up, if you do this, the horse will usually figure out how to lift the gate off the hinges. Hinges should face each other to ensure the gate will stay attached to the post. Gates should be hung up off the ground and need to be as tall as the horse fence to ensure safety

Sizing – If you have the advantage of setting your gate while building your fencing, you have a choice in what size the gate will be. A gate that is 10'-12' is usually the best option, because it is big enough to fit most tractors/trucks through, but it is not so big that it is hard to manage on a daily basis. If access is needed for larger equipment, you may want to consider adding a smaller gate for dayto day use. If you will be leading horses through a 'man' gate, 4' is as small as you will want to go, but 5' or 6' is better. Typically, gates come in even increments starting at 4' going up to 20', but if you have an odd space to fill, you can order custom gates to fit the space, you just want to allow extra time for these gates to be made.

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SEPTEMBER 10 – Warrick Saddle Club Show 10am start. Western, English Speed Classes. 202 East Columbia St., Boonville, IN. Call Casey 812.618.5416, Shannon 812.205.9347. warricksaddleclub@gmail.com. Find us on Facebook: “Warrick Saddle Club”

SEPTEMBER 8 – Thursday Night Indiana Show 5-6pm, $5. Show start 6:30pm. Jefferson Twp. Park, 1702 S Webster Rd., New Haven, Bella 260.494.4378 or Heather 260.750.0774. Find us on Facebook: “BA Barrel Racing Productions”

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SEPTEMBER 5 – Labor Day Pony Auction. Presented by J & S Auctions & TLA 7:45am carts/wagons, 8am ponies begin. Topeka Livestock Auction, 601 E Lake St., Topeka, IN. 260.593.2522, email: info@topekalivestock. com. FB or: http://www.topekalivestock.com/

SEPTEMBER 10 – Hamilton Co. Horsemen’s Club Combined English/Western Show. 9am start. Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds, 2003 E. Pleasant, Noblesville, IN. Debbie Albright 317.345.6892, email: albright@mrjalaw.com

SHOW & EVENT DATES SHOWS ALL show and event date listings are FREE! Printed: 6 line limit. Online: No word limit. https://saddleupmag.com/online calendar SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER 3 – Greene Speed Fun Show, warm-ups 3pm, show starts 4pm. Hosted by: Greene Co. RidgeRiders 4-H Club. Greene Co. 4-H Fairgrounds, 4503 W SR 54, Bloomfield, IN. 812.384.6128, email: greene.ridgeriders@ gmail.com. FB: RidgeRiders 4H Horse & Pony SEPTEMBER 4 – Dan Hobyn Stables 50th Annual Fall Horse Trials w/Dressage Classes too! 8am start. Dan Hobyn Stables, 704 N. Matthews Rd., Greenwood, IN. Facebook: “Dan Hobyn Stables.” Entry forms online at: https://www.danhobynstables.com/ SEPTEMBER 4 – Denver Saddle Club 100% Payback Jackpot Speed Show Warmup poles 5:30pm. Denver Saddle Club, 343 W Little St., Denver, IN. Call Mindy 765.469.6900, or Brady 765.480.2752. Facebook: “Denver Saddle” SEPTEMBER 4 – Golden Spur Saddle Club Open Show 8am start. Boone Co. 4-H Fair grounds, 1300 E. Co. Rd. 100 S, Lebanon, OH. Email: goldenspursaddleclub@gmail com Facebook: “Golden Spur Saddle Club” or visit: http://www.goldenspursaddleclub.com/ SEPTEMBER 3-4 – H & H Summer Horse Show Series. IN Hunter Jumper Assoc. & USHJA Outreach approved. Traders Point, Zionsville, IN. Show info.: Jim 317.809.1704. Stalls and golf carts: Kelli Hughes 317.945.7250. Visit us online at: https://www.in-hja.org/index.html

SEPTEMBER 10 –Summer Spectacular Series Show, 10am start, payback classes. Hartmeyer Stables, 7111 W. Bethel Ave., Muncie, IN. Call 765.759.9507, email: info@hart meyer.com. Facebook: “Hartmeyer Stables” or at: http://www.ridewithhartmeyers.com/

SEPTEMBER 5 – Labor Day Open Pleasure Show NE Indiana & Van Wert OH Show Circuit. Noble County Saddle Club, 1111 E Main St., Albion, IN. Call Mary 260.229.4616, or Melody 260.318.3521. Facebook: “Northeast Indiana Open Show Circuit”

SEPTEMBER 9-10 – Open Speed Show, IBRA, NBHA, NFRA approved. Noble County Saddle Club, 1111 E Main St., Albion, IN. Brad Parks 260.409.5861, Mary Worman 260.229.4616. Find “Noble County Saddle Club” on Facebook.

SEPTEMBER 9-11 – Fri. Fun Show. Sat. Wes Morelock Memorial Open Western Show, 9am start. Open Speed Show, 6pm start. Sun. English, Dressage & CT Dressage. Proceeds benefit the Indiana Equine Foundation. Boone County Fairgrounds, 1300 E 100 S., Lebanon, IN. Contact Katie Teeters 317.997.9449, email: cowgirl41759@embarqmail.com. Find us on Facebook: “Indiana Equine Foundation”

SEPTEMBER 9-10 – Northern Indiana Speed Sale. Horses 10am Saturday Topeka Livestock Auction, 601 E Lake St., Topeka, IN. Sales Cons. Richard Fry 260.593.3686, email: info@ topekalivestock.com. Find us on Facebook or at: http://www.topekalivestock.com/

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SEPTEMBER 11 – Dave Makcymszak Memorial Speed Show. Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds, 2003 E. Pleasant, Noblesville, IN. Call Debbie Albright 317.345.6892, or email: albright@mrjalaw.com. Find us on Facebook: “Hamilton County Horsemen's Club” SEPTEMBER 12 – Open English Show, 10am start. Proceeds benefit the Indiana Equine Foundation. Boone County Fairgrounds, 1300 E 100 S., Lebanon, IN. Katie 317.997.9449, email: cowgirl41759@embarqmail.com. Find us on Facebook: “Indiana Equine Foundation”

SEPTEMBER 10 – ISHA & Canterbury Manor Schooling Show TIP sanctioned. Canterbury Manor Stables, 605 Starkey Rd., Zionsville, IN. Val Harley 317.716.7717, email: val080860@ hotmail.com. FB: Indiana Saddle Horse Assoc. or at: https://www.indianasaddlehorse.org/

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SEPTEMBER 15-17 – Six-Horse Hitch Classic Series Finals. Michiana Event Center, 455 East Farver St., Shipshewana, IN. 315.750.0258, email: info@naclassicseries.com. Facebook: “Six-Horse Hitch Classic Series.” Tickets on sale at: https://www.michianaevents.com/

SEPTEMBER 10 – Speed Show: IBRA/NPBA approved. Warmups 4pm, 6pm start. Stop 16 Saddle Club, 4200 Tuttle Ave., Terre Haute, IN. Call 812.208.7013, or 812.208.0582. Find us on Facebook: “Stop 16 Saddle Club”

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SEPTEMBER 10-11 – IQHAA Fall Quarter Horse Show. AQHA, IQHA approved. 3 Judges. Henry County Saddle Club, 2221 Memorial Dr., New Castle, IN. Email: iqhatauer@gmail.com Stall Res.: 765.748.3464. Facebook: “Indiana Quarter Horse Assoc.” or at: https://iqha.com/ SEPTEMBER 10-11 – Indiana POAC Show, National/Indiana Points. Triple B&P Wells Co. 4-H Fairgrounds, 1240 4-H Park Rd., Bluffton, IN. Show Sec.: Linzy Zahm 260.519.5433. www.poac.org/event/indiana-triple-b-p-7

SEPTEMBER 9 – Saylor’s Arena Fast N less Fridays (2nd Friday May-Oct). Bull Riding & Barrel Racing, 6pm. Saylor’s Arena, 4600 N. 1100 E., IN. Monday before show, 574.532.1840 “Saylors Arena”

SEPTEMBER 9-11 – Nat’l. Open Horse Show Assoc. World Championship Show. C Bar C Expo Center, 253 W. Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. 847.625.7433, email: office@nohsa.net FB: “National Open Horse Show Association” or visit: https://www.nohsa.net/index.php

SEPTEMBER 9 – Foundation Charity Horse Show FUN Show, 6pm start. Boone Co. 4-H Fairgrounds, 1300 E. 100 S., Lebanon, IN. Call Katie Teeters 317.997.9449, email: cowgirl 41756@embarqmail.com. Find “Foundation Charity Horse Show” on Facebook.

SEPTEMBER 11 – Circle G Saddle Club Fall Classic, 9am start. Added Money! 4-H High Point Award. Location: 1529 S 700 East, Marion, IN. Facebook: “Circle G Saddle Club”

SEPTEMBER 10 – Shelby Co. Western Riders Open Show 9am start. Location: 2614 N. Little Blue Rd., Shelbyville, IN. Call Bill 317.601.1140 FB: “Shelby Co. Western Riders Saddle Club” www.shelbycountywesternriders.webs.com

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SEPTEMBER 17 – White County 4-H Horse & Pony Open Show 9am start. Contesting 2pm. Located at: 12 N. 25 E Reynolds, IN. Email: taragochenour@yahoo.com. Find us on Face book: “White County Horse and Pony”

OCTOBER 6-8 – ASHAM Charity Fall Horse Show Michiana Event Center, 455 E Farver St., Shipshewana, IN. Show Mgr. Ron Gekiere 586.484.8790, or email: rongeki@gmail.com. Facebook: American Saddlebred Horse Assoc. of Michigan or visit: https://www.asham.org/ INDIANA, CONT.

SEPTEMBER 17-18 – Hoosier Classic. Hosted by the Indiana Pinto Horse Association. Henry County Saddle Club, 321 West 100N, New Castle, IN. Find us on Facebook: Indiana Pinto Horse Association or http://indianapinto.com/

SEPTEMBER 26-OCTOBER 1 – IBRA National Finals. $300,000 payouts and awards (est.). Must be an IBRA member to enter. C Bar C Expo, 253 W. Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. Call In Entries: 502.239.4000 (office) Online Entries Accepted at: https://www.ibra.us/ OCTOBER 1 – Old Capitol Saddle Club Open Buckle Series Show. 10am start. Old Capitol Saddle Club, 751 Old Hwy 135 SW, Corydon, IN. Kim 812.267.3339 or Troy 812.572.6646. https://www.oldcapitolsaddleclub.com/

SEPTEMBER 17 – Davis Ranch Open Show, 10am start. PAC, ISHA, OCAP approved. Davis Ranch, 385 East US Hwy 150, Hardinsburg, IN. Call Jo 812.972.3365, David 812.620.5707, or email: dave@daviddavishorsemasnhip.com.

OCTOBER 8 – Backroad Riders Speed Show, 1pm start. Rush County 4-H Horse Park, 1352 E. St. Rd. 44, Rushville, IN. Call or text Paul Nicholls 765.561.0472. Find “Backroad Riders Club Rush County IN” on Facebook. SEPTEMBER 24 – Open Fun Show Hosted by: Navajo Saddle Club, 84 W 900 S, Kouts, IN. Call Jake 219.713.6831, or Janette 219.765.9239. Email: navajo.saddle.club@gmail.com or find us on Facebook: “Navajo Saddle Club”

SEPTEMBER 24 – Illiana Livestock LLC Sale. 10am New Tack, Saddles & Used Tack 1pm, Ponies/Donkeys 4pm, Horses follow Vermillion Co. Fairgrounds, 325 W. Maple St., Cayuga, IN. Call Clay Norris 574.780.8378, or Cobie Norris 217.260.5696. FB: “Illiana Livestock LLC”

SEPTEMBER 23-25 – Team Camarillo Eastern Classic. $75,000 Awards & Money! C Bar C Expo, 253 W. Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. Hosts: Tried & True Barrel Productions. Call or text 260.463.1112, email: lynsey@ttbarrelpro ductions.com (held during Sept 23 & 24 above)

SEPTEMBER 16-17 – The Morgan Classic Horse Sale. Topeka Livestock Auction, 601 E. Lake St., Topeka, IN. 260.593.2522, email: info@topekalivestock.com. Find us on Face book: “Topeka Livestock Auction” or visit us at: http://www.topekalivestock.com/

SEPTEMBER 23-25 – Fall Festival Open Horse Show Fri. 6pm, Sat & Sun 9am daily Reg 4 Open Show Circuit. Sponsor: Dunes Arabian Horse Alliance. Jasper Co. Fairgrounds, 2671 W. Clark St., Rensselaer, IN. Find the “Dunes Arabian Horse Alliance” on Facebook.

SEPTEMBER 17 – Boots & Jeans Fun Show Open to all breeds, 9am start. Midwest Saddle & Bridle Assoc. , 25 N. 450 E., Valparaiso, IN. Call 219.241.3037, or 219.613.7479. Face book: “Midwest Saddle & Bridle Association”

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SEPTEMBER 18 – Bainbridge Saddle Club Open Show, 8:30am start. Club grounds: 3038 N. County Road 450 W., Greencastle, IN. Call Denee’ 765.721.3948. FB: Bainbridge Saddle Club, https://www.bainbridgesaddleclub.net/

SEPTEMBER 24-25 – Clay County Open Horse Show, 8am start. NOHSA approved. Clay Co. 4H Fairgrounds, 6656 IN SR 59, Brazil, IN. Info. Travis 812.605.3201. Camping: Autumn Drake 812.243.5487. Find “Clay County 4-H Horse and Pony” on Facebook.

OCTOBER 1-2 – Indiana Pinto Fall Finale. Hosted by the Indiana Pinto Horse Association. Henry County Saddle Club, 321 West 100N, New Castle, IN. Find us on Facebook: “Indiana Pinto Horse Association” or visit our website at: http://indianapinto.com/

SEPTEMBER 24 – Tippecanoe Co. 4-H Open Fun Show. Tippecanoe County Fairgrounds, 1401 Teal Rd., Lafayette, IN. Call Jon Eads 765.490.1407, or Amanda Lade 765.426.2568. Find Tippecanoe County Open Show on Face book or at: http://www.tchorseandpony.com/

SEPTEMBER 23-24 – Two Day IBRA Jackpot “Fun & Fast Times.” Expos 5-6pm, $5EF. Fri. 7pm start, Sat. 8am. C Bar C Expo, 253 W Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. Hosted by: Tried & True Barrel Productions. Call 260.463.1112, email: lynsey@ttbarrelproductions.com

OCTOBER OCTOBER 2 – Bainbridge Saddle Club Open Charity Show, 8:30am start. AQHA & BSC rules. Club grounds: 3038 N. County Road 450 W., Greencastle, IN. Denee’ 765.721.3948. Find “Bainbridge Saddle Club” on Facebook or visit: https://www.bainbridgesaddleclub.net/

OCTOBER 2 – Golden Spur Saddle Club Open Show 8am start. Boone Co. 4-H Fairgrounds, 1300 E Co. Rd. 100 S, Lebanon, OH. Email: goldenspursaddleclub@gmail.com. Find us on Facebook: “Golden Spur Saddle Club” or visit: http://www.goldenspursaddleclub.com/ OCTOBER 7-9 – IQHA Charity Trail Ride, Deam Lake State Recreation Area, 1217 Deam Lake Rd., Borden, IN. Contact Rachel Flohr David 812 350 0198, email: rachelflohrdavid@ gmail.com. Facebook: “Indiana Quarter Horse Association” or visit: https://iqha.com/

SEPTEMBER 30 – Mounted Shooting & Horse manship Clinic with Elizabeth Clavette. Noon4pm, $150 per rider, limit 10 (bring your own ammo). Hoosier Horse Park, 7105 S Kern St., Edinburgh, IN. Call Elizabeth 303.887.6030, or email her at: rodeoe@msn.com

SEPTEMBER 24-25 – Valley Riders Saddle Club Anniversary Show Sat. Double Judged. Johnson Co. Fairgrounds, 250 Fairgrounds St., Franklin, IN. Email Becky: teeterscowgirls@ hotmail.com. Find us on Facebook or visit us at: https://www.valleyriders.com/

SEPTEMBER 24 – Quarterly Show Series, 9am start. Sign-ups at least 48 hrs. before show. Savage Riding Academy, 19030 CR 23, Bristol, IN. 574.329.1431, email: contact@ savageriding.com. Find us on Facebook or at: http://savageriding.com/ SEPTEMBER 24 – Shelby Co. Western Riders Open Speed Show. 4pm start. Location: 2614 N. Little Blue Rd., Shelbyville, IN. Call Bill 317.601.1140. Find us on Facebook: “Shelby County Western Riders Saddle Club” or at: www.shelbycountywesternriders.webs.com

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SEPTEMBER 24 – 28th Annual Ride-A-Thon. Register by Sept. 12 for a free t-shirt! LoveWay Therapeutic Equestrian Services, 54151 Co unty Rd. 33, Middlebury, IN. 574.825.5666, email: info@lovewayinc.org. Find us on Face book: “LoveWay, Inc.” Register online: secure.frontstream.com/rideathon2022https://

SEPTEMBER 24-25 – Mid-America Buckskin Association IBHA & All Breed Split Combined Show Henry County Saddle Club, 321 W Co. Road 100 N, New Castle, IN. Facebook: “Mid America Buckskin Association of Indiana” or visit: https://www.midamericabuckskin.com/

OCTOBER 8 – Speed Show, Added Money IBRA/NPBA approved. Warmups 4pm, 6pm start. Stop 16 Saddle Club, 4200 Tuttle Ave., Terre Haute, IN. 812.208.7013, 812.208.0582. Find us on Facebook: “Stop 16 Saddle Club”

OCTOBER 14 – Saylor’s Arena Fast N Fearless Fridays (2nd Friday May-Oct). Bull Riding & Barrel Racing, 6pm. Saylor’s Arena, 4600 N. 1100 E., Grovertown, IN. Books open Monday before show, 574.532.1840 text. Em.: saylors arena@eott.net. “Saylors Arena”

OCTOBER 22 – Illiana Livestock LLC Sale. 10am New Tack, Saddles & Used Tack 1pm, Ponies/Donkeys 4pm, Horses follow Vermillion Co. Fairgrounds, 325 W Maple St., Cayuga, IN. Call Clay Norris 574.780.8378, or Cobie Norris 217.260.5696. FB: “Illiana Livestock LLC” NOVEMBER 25-27 – IBRA Thanksgiving Show C Bar C Expo, 253 W Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. 502.239.4000 IBRA office, email: shane@ibra.us or https://www.ibra.us/ WWW SADDLEUPMAG.COM(42)SEPTEMBER 2022 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2022 • Tri-State Horse Shows • Saddle Up! Magazine https://saddleupmag.com/ Find Saddle Up! Online... 3 Ways to promote your equine events in Saddle Up! Magazine... 1. 2. 3. Enter your events online: https://saddleupmag.com/online-calendar Share your event to Tri-State Horse Shows, our second Facebook group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/199767135617599 Email your event ﬂyer to: saddleupmag@gmail.com All events will be added for free to our Show & Event section of our printed magazine up to 3 months in advance of the event. F ree ! ABSOLUTELY

OCTOBER 24-28 – Topeka Draft Horse Sale. Consignments welcome. Topeka Livestock Auction, 601 E Lake St., Topeka, IN. TLA 260.593.2522, e: info@topekalivestock.com. Follow us on Facebook: “Topeka Livestock Auction” or http://www.topekalivestock.com/

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OCTOBER 15 – Greene Co. Ridgeriders Fall Finale. Hosted by: Greene Co. RidgeRiders 4-H Club. Greene Co. 4-H Fairgrounds, 4503 W SR 54, Bloomfield, IN. Call 812.384.6128, email: greene.ridgeriders@gmail.com. Facebook: “RidgeRiders 4H Horse & Pony” INDIANA, CONT.

OCTOBER 15 – Davis Ranch Open Show, 10am start. PAC, ISHA, OCAP approved. Davis Ranch, 385 East US Hwy 150, Hardinsburg, IN. Call Jo 812.972.3365, David 812.620.5707, or email: dave@daviddavishorsemasnhip.com.

Hosts: MI Paint Horse Club. C Bar C Expo, 253 West Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. Email: michiganphc@gmail.com. Find “Michigan Paint Horse Club” on Facebook or visit our website at: http://www.miphc.com/

SHOW & EVENT DATES

OCTOBER 8 – Warrick Saddle Club Show. 10am start. Western, English & Speed Classes. 202 East Columbia St., Boonville, IN. Call Casey 812.618.5416, Shannon 812.205.9347. Email: warricksaddleclub@gmail.com. Find us on Facebook: “Warrick Saddle Club”

OCTOBER 9 – Greene Speed Fun Show, warmups 3pm, show starts 4pm. Hosted by: Greene Co. RidgeRiders 4-H Club. Greene Co. 4-H Fairgrounds, 4503 W SR 54, Bloomfield, IN. 812.384.6128, email: greene.ridgeriders@ gmail.com. FB: RidgeRiders 4H Horse & Pony

NOVEMBER 26 – Illiana Livestock LLC Sale. 10am New Tack, Saddles & Used Tack 1pm, Ponies/Donkeys 4pm, Horses follow. Vermillion Co. Fairgrounds, 325 W. Maple St., Cayuga, IN. Call Clay Norris 574.780.8378, or Cobie Norris 217.260.5696. FB: “Illiana Livestock LLC” INDIANA AUCTIONS

OCTOBER 14-15 – The Friesian Fall Classic. Consignments welcome. Topeka Livestock Auction, 601 E Lake St., Topeka, IN. TLA 260.593.2522, e: info@topekalivestock.com. Follow us on Facebook: “Topeka Livestock Auction” or http://www.topekalivestock.com/

OCTOBER 20-23 – Fall Color Classic Futurity

OCTOBER 13-16 – Midwest Ranch Horse Classic. Hosts: IN Ranch Horse Assoc./Ranch Horse Assoc. of MI. C Bar C Expo, 253 W Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. https://graymareproductions.com/mwc/Pre-register/stallsFind“MidwestRanchHorseClassic”onFacebook.

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OCTOBER 16 – Bainbridge Saddle Club Open Show, 8:30am start. Club grounds: 3038 N. County Road 450 W., Greencastle, IN. Call Denee’ 765.721.3948. FB: Bainbridge Saddle Club, https://www.bainbridgesaddleclub.net/ NOVEMBER NOVEMBER 18-19 – Heart of America Regis tered Haflinger Sale. C Bar C Expo, 253 W Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. Phillip Chupp 217.543.2904. FB: “Heart of America Reg Haflinger Sale” or: https://haflingerhorse.com/ Hamilton County Horse Sale: 1st & 3rd Saturday each month. New and used tack, hay, straw, trailers & horses. Consigners welcome. 22217 St. Road 37 N., Noblesville, IN. Call 317.946.4450 or 317.773.5590, or find us on Facebook for more information. Illiana Livestock, LLC. Tack, ponies, donkeys, and horse sales held at the Vermillion County Fairgrounds, 325 W. Maple St., Cayuga, IN. Call Clay Norris 574.780.8378, or Cobie Norris 217.260.5696. FB: “Illiana Livestock LLC” Shipshewana Trading Place: Horse Auction Every Friday 10:30am tack, 12:30pm Horses; saddle, ponies, work and driving 345 S Van Buren St., Shipshewana, IN. 260.768.4129, email: info@shipshewanatradingplace.com, or visit: www.shipshewanatradingplace.com

OCTOBER 16 – Hoosier Quarter Pony Assoc. Show, 10am start. Davis Ranch, 385 E Hwy 150, Hardinsburg, IN. Victoria 812.878.0216, cash only Em.: dave@daviddavisranchhorse manship.com Facebook: Hoosier Quarter Pony Association or Davis Ranch Open Horse Shows

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Talking to Grieving Horse Owners

Doing The Right Thing Is Not Always Easy When I was 18 years old, I took my old dog, Happy, to the veterinarian to be put to sleep. He was probably about 12 years old, and Happy's kidneys were failing He had lost a bunch of weight (and he was not a big dog) and he could not stop urinating everywhere. I held Happy while the veterinarian gave him the shot that ended his life. I had never cried so hard. I have never forgotten how it felt. I have never regretted it – not for one minute. I know I did the right thing for Happy, but it was not easy.

Putting a horse to sleep is an emotional decision, no matter what the reason: age, infirmity, illness, or accident. I like to think that my role is more than just being the person who pushes the plunger on the syringe. I like to think that my job is to help take care of the horse AND help take care of the horse's owner. So, over the years, I have said a number of things to different horse owners in order to hopefully ease the pain of what is an awful emotional experience.

When it comes to putting a horse to sleep, there is no such thing as the “right” time. Putting a horse to sleep never feels good. The pro cess always comes with some degree of sadness, confusion, fear It Is Always Hard

One of the problems with taking care of a horse is that the end is inevitable. One of you is going to have to go first; due to the vagaries of the lifespan imposed on individual creatures, it is usually the horse that leaves us before we leave him. It is the same with all of the animals for whom we care. The only way to get around that This Was Always Going To Happen

I am not sure how many horses I have had to euthanize in my career. My best guess is that it is probably somewhere between 200-300, over a span of nearly 40 years. I do not work with horses that are regularly suffering catastrophic injuries, so that helps keep the numbers down, I think. I also do not euthanize horses on demand. That is, if a horse is healthy and is a solid citizen, I am more than happy to devote a lot of effort to finding him a good home, but I will not put him to sleep. I am not saying that people who feel otherwise are wrong, that is just my personal position. I could not sleep at night if I did. I am not a psychologist and I have not been trained in psychology What I say to people is not necessarily “right,” they are just things that I have found to be helpful in my own experience of dealing with this most difficult time. Maybe, if you have had a recent loss, something I said might help you, too.

There Is No Right Time In fact, there are only two scenarios when you can put a horse to sleep. The first is before you want to. And, let us be honest. You never want Sometimesto.there is no choice. A broken leg A severe colic. Unex pected events can be horrible, but they usually leave you with no other choice than to stop the suffering Even though you only have one choice, it is still a terrible one. You have to make the choice long before you want to. The decision was made for you. It is unex pected, it is heartbreaking, it is terrible, and you do not want to… but you have to. It is a lot harder when a horse is suffering from chronic conditions. Laminitis. Crippling osteoarthritis. Old age and its assorted infirmities. Decisions to let these horses go can be fraught with guilt and anxiety. Making things harder are all of the people that may tell you that there is still hope if you only do this or try that. You know your horse is on a downhill slide, but maybe you think you might be able to do something… it is a terrible sort of desperation that leads people to try all sorts of useless treatments, medications, and supplements. You do not want to let him go, but you do not want to let him suffer You are thinking about letting him go, but you are wreaked with anxiety and doubt. You are driven by love and a fear of loss to keep trying But when worrying about the first scenario, I try to get people to think about the second possible scenario. The second one is when you wish you had done it sooner. Of the two possible choices, this one is much, much worse. The result is the same, but the emotional toll is far more difficult in the long run. If you wait too long – the horse with osteoarthritis who has been having a hard time getting up is now stuck in the stall or the horse with laminitis is losing his feet – you then have to reconcile your decision to keep going with the fact that all of the waiting and hoping only made the horse suffer more. I do not think that is a good place to be. No matter how you want to think about it, putting a horse to sleep is always hard on the people that are left behind. It is never going to be easy. It is not supposed to be easy.

The biggest reason that you feel so terrible when it is time to let a horse go is because of the loss that you are going to feel. The reason you feel all of that loss is because of all of the good times that you have had, all of the wonderful memories that you have created together. Even though the time surrounding the awful decision to let your horse go is emotionally raw, you have to think about all of the good memories. Grief can easily overwhelm you, but the best way that you can keep your horse alive is to share the stories of all of the good times that you had with him. When we put a horse to sleep, we are the ones burdened with the loss. Horses do not live in a state of anticipation. They do not think about going to see the grandkids and the do not worry about what is going to happen at work tomorrow. They are in the moment. When we are contemplating letting a horse go, it is because that moment is awful for us. But that moment is even worse for the horse or you would not be making such an awful decision. At least we can make the next moment better for the horse.

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Caring for Barn Cats

Place common chemical-based items like horse fly spray and antifreeze safely out of sight. Some substances, even when ingested in small amounts, can cause seizures (or worse) in cats. Cats do not even have to ingest some of the fly sprays or other chemicals to be affected, just being around them while they are in use or still wet can cause damage. While they may not purposely ingest some things, they will groom it off their fur – like antifreeze, which even in the smallest amounts can cause acute kidney failure and be deadly to cats.

The love we have for our horses is cumulative. It adds up over the years and fills our heart with happiness most every day. Memories pile up. Then, suddenly, we are hit with the realization that it is about to end. I think that when it is time to let go, all of the memories try to come out all at the same time. It clogs the emotional pipes and then the pipes burst. There is a word for this terrible experience: normal. I think that the reason that we love horses (and dogs, and cats, and other animals who we are lucky enough to take care of) is that they fill a hole in our heart. There is some common thread in people that love animals that compels those people to look after the animals.

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Barn cats are kings and queens at horse farms and ranches, keeping away varmints like moles, mice and consequentially, even snakes. But even the most independent outdoor cats can benefit from added protection and routine care. For advice on caring for barn cats, we turned to Oklahoma State University's Assistant Clinical Professor with the College of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Sarah Peakheart.

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Dr. Ramey began veterinary practice in 1984, in the Los Angeles area of southern California. He has been providing outstanding care to horses in southern California ever since. He specializes in the care and treatment of pleasure and performance horses. His clients particularly value his no nonsense approach, focused on providing services instead of selling products, his compassion for horses, and his ethical approach to the practice of veterinary medicine.

Dr Ramey believes that compassionate care involves providing therapies for which there is good scientific evidence of effectiveness. It is not compassionate to simply offer to sell someone the latest unproven therapeutic nostrum, nor is it kind to the horse to simply pull out therapies and give them a try, just because it is something to do.

Horses get our love and affection and return it in spades. Riding horse allows us to borrow the ability to run like the wind, to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles, and find a world that was otherwise unavailable. Horses introduce us to grace, spirit, and freedom – they are happy to do as we ask, but never fail to remind us that they could easily do whatever they want. People that love horses need that. And, when it is time to let go of one lucky horse, the hurt will subside, the memories will endure, and, hopefully, you will find another lucky horse to fill that hole.

Construct a perch or loft area, so barn cats have a safe space from potential predators. “Offer them a few choices,” encourages Dr Peakheart. “Cats love high perches or small holes they can dive into, if needed.” Offer any outdoor cats (or dogs) a safe, warm place to sleep. An insulated or heated cat house is perfect for keeping outdoor cats in winter months cozy. Also, ensure they have plenty of food and fresh water. Consider a heated water bowl to help prevent frozen water during wintertime. Make plenty of noise before starting up your vehicles or farm equip ment, especially during the wintertime when outdoor cats look for places to stay warm, like under the hood of your vehicle. Dr. Peak heart warns others to, “Make sure you bang on the hood before starting the car to give them a chance to get out.”

eventuality is to take care of animals like macaws, or Galapagos tortoises. You cannot ride a macaw, of course, and tortoise barrel times are notoriously slow

Have an updated identification tag on their collar, and if possible have them microchipped, which is an easy option available at veterinary clinics during their spay or neuter procedure. This way, should they be lost or picked up by the city pound or animal welfare, there is a better chance of being reunited with them.

Use these top tips for thriving barn cats: Store feed in enclosed bins or feed rooms to deter food-indulging predators, such as raccoons and others that can harm even the toughest barn cats. Dr Peakheart warns that, “Other wildlife can spread diseases, like rabies, intestinal parasites, and fleas and ticks. Opossums can carry so many fleas, they are like walking flea salt shakers.”

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Theoldadage“nofoot,nohorse”holds,inthatahorsewithoutregularhoof carebyaknowledgeableprofessional,isunlikelytobeofusetoitshumancaretakers.Further,mosthorsemenandwomenwouldratherhiresomeoneknowledgeabletodothisworkthantodoitthemselves.Finally,well-trainedfarriershavethepotentialtomakea decent living, as evidenced by “An American Farriers Journal survey in 2012 found that the national average annual salary for full-time farriers in the U.S. was reported to be $92,623 per year and for parttimers, $21,153. This amount is an average and varies according to experience level, training, etc.”

The(TheFarriersGuide.com)problemcurrentlyfacingthehorseindustryintheMidwestisthatthereiscurrentlynoreputablemeans by which to consistently produce well-trained farriers. Michigan residents wishing to pursue this line of work,haveneededtoleavethestateforextendedperiodsoftime.Untilnow. Therearecurrentlyapproximately155,000horses inMichigan,basedonthe last Equine Survey (2007). While these numbers may have decreased somewhat based on the recession, the use of horses in the state has not decreased,andinfactmaybeincreasing(personalobservation).Eachofthese animalsisinneedofregularhoofcare,withtrimmingrequiredevery6-8weeks andshoes(forthosewhoareshod)requiredonasimilarschedule.

Michigan State University offers the MSU Farrier School: Thisisa12or24-weekprogram,housedon theMSUHorseTeachingandResearchCenter,andwillbeledbyMSUalum,DavidHallock,CJF,ASF Students in the program will receive both hands-on and classroom-based instruction in hoof and farrier science, equine anatomy and physiology, basic welding, and business. The class runs8hoursperday,withtheintentionofproducingindividualspoisedtobewell trained,professionalfarrierstoservetheequineindustry

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September 2022 Saddle Up! Magazine

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Kiley, Lisa: Farm Gates

Bronson, DVM: Stifles

Eversole, Robert: Trail Truisms

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Goodnight, J.: Training Holes

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