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The Michigan Quarter Horse Association is happy to announce we will now be sanctioning WESTERN DRESSAGE and will offer MQHA YEAR END recognition! • Exhibitor must have an AQHA membership • All 2021 events will be held at Wyn Farm, Williamston, MI • Exhibitor must be a MQHA member to accrue • Point standings will be kept from each approved show MQHA Year End points • Western Dressage classes available at the AQHA World Show

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Breeding in 2021? MQHA offers an outstanding list of stallions that are available for purchase through the MQHA Stallion Service Sale. Get a breeding at a reduced cost AND get entry into the Stallion Service Sale classes for purses reserved exclusively for the Mare Owners and the Stallion Owners! See the MQHA website for the current list of available stallions and contact MQHA to purchase!!

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MQHA Queen Contest

MQHA believes that academics are as important as showing horses!

Michigan has had more Queens to win the Congress Queen Competition than any other state!

• Peyton Baxter, 3.6 pts. • Myah Chaput, 3.9 pts. • Lauren Lauver, 4.0 pts. • Lillian Laney, 4.0 pts. • Kasey Losik, 6.0 pts. • Brooke Bernt, 3.7 pts. • Katherine West, 4.1 pts. • Rilynn Lindsay, 3.5 pts. • Elizabeth West, 4.1 pts. • Rylee Harding, 3.8 pts. • Jacqueline Horling, 4.0 pts. • Braelyn Bunting, GOLD • Lydia Czubak, GOLD

We’re looking for young ladies between the ages of 18–25 years old to represent MQHA.

MQHA recognizes Academic Achievement for the Michigan Quarter Horse Youth!

2020 MQHA Queen

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Region. Located in the Bay Area of Northern California, Woodside Pony Club members jumped into action when wildfires were burning and threatening thousands of acres in the surrounding area this past fall, preparing over 30 stalls and working together to care for evacuated horses. Winners of the USPC Research Project Fair sponsored by Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation were announced. The highest scoring individual experimental project belonged to Janna S. (Deep Run Hunt Pony Club, Virginia Region) for her work, “Evaluation of Various Cryotherapy Methods.” Charlotte H. (Hinkson Valley Pony Club, Midwest Region) earned the top score in the Individual Literature Review Category with her project, “When Carrots are Painful: EOTRH Syndrome.” The topranked group literature review project was “Ow! My Metacarpophalangeal Joint!” submitted by “The Three Musketeers” from the Midwest Region: Michaela F. (Mill Creek Pony Club); Alaina M. (Hinkson Valley Pony Club); and Lillian K. (Mill Creek Pony Club). The meeting concluded by celebrating the recipients of the USPC Founders Awards for 2020, recognizing longtime volunteers Lynn du Celliee Muller and Cindy Healy for their dedicated service to Pony Club.

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Hobbles & Hobble Training By Robert Eversole | www.TrailMeister.com Hobbles have an important part to play in our equestrian life. From teaching patience, to back country grazing, the sooner you can get your horse or mule used to these back country bracelets the better off they'll be. Hobbles date back to the ancient Egyptians, who used them to restrain cattle. As a form of physical restraint, hobbles remain valuable thousands of years later. The primary reason I hobble train all of my animals is to teach them to give to pressure. Hobble training is a tool to help my horses and mules learn to be quiet in uncomfortable situations, such as would occur if a leg were to get caught in wire. An animal that can stand steady and accept pressure without struggle or panic is well worth its place in any string. I use hobbles mainly in back country camping situations. They allow me to graze my animals in a semi-controlled manner. Being able to let the mules rummage for their own meals allows me to pack less, go further, and stay longer in wilderness areas. Types Of Hobbles While there are various types of hobbles, the type most used by trail riders and back country explorers tend to be of the two-leg style that loosely connect the front pasterns together. This type of hobble can be found constructed from many different materials including chain, nylon, and leather. I have a strong preference for the buckleless version featuring a tab arrangement that opens and closes much quicker than the more common, and clumsy, buckle variants. These tab hobbles help keep me safer by minimizing the time spent around hard and unforgiving hooves. Hobble Training All of my animals are introduced to hobbles whether or not they're destined for the back country. Effective hobble training helps them become better at having things wrapped around their legs without panic. Being steady, calm, and collected during trying times is a tool that every horse needs to have in their saddle bags. With the objective being to help my animals tolerate things wrapped around their legs and give to pressure, our hobble training starts without hobbles. I'll spend as long as it takes, generally at least a week or two, preparing and making sure that they're comfortable before I move on to the next step of the process. Step 1 – Desensitize the Legs You should be able to touch and manipulate all four legs easily and without resistance. Spend the time to desensitize the horse with ropes, blankets, flags, anything you can think of to make the horse confident when encountering new objects. I've found that the time I spend conditioning and desensitizing the horse gives me valuable clues into how the horse might react, either negatively or positively, when under pressure. Step 2 – Give to Pressure I want the horse to give to pressure on his legs rather than struggle. To teach the horse to give, I put a soft rope first on one leg and then the other, teaching the horse to cooperate when pressure is applied by lifting his hoof. Once the horse lifts the hoof, relax the pressure. Repeat. The leg is not tied. If the horse gets scared, I can let go of one end of the rope and immediately release him. MARCH 2021 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2021

I make a game of this step by leading the animal by a foot. Any foot. With a little patience, and practice, you'll be able to lead by attaching the rope to any foot. Once I can do that, it's time to introduce the hobbles. Step 3 – The Hobbles For our initial introduction to hobbles I'll find an area with safe footing, arm myself with a flake of prime hay, and wait until dinner time. Once the horse is concentrating on eating, I'll put the hobbles around their pasterns, give them a few tugs so they know they're on and wait. I've found that most animals are more interested in filling their stomachs than worrying about hobbles. I see several benefits to this method. One – it helps associate hobbles with pleasant things. Two – with food in the mix the animal will slowly explore the hobbles with small steps that reduce the chances of falling. To my mind this 3-step process is safer, and less dramatic for my animals and myself than slapping on hobbles and yelling “whoa” during the subsequent commotion.

I believe that hobble training is a fundamental step in every horse’s education. Whether you venture into the back country or stay closer to home, teaching your animal to give to pressure could save his life. A horse that has been taught to give to pressure can wait for help or think his way out of a situation without panicking. Take your time with hobble training and you'll be rewarded with a safer horse and many wonderful experiences on the trail and off. For more practical information on trail riding and camping with your horses, visit our website. We’re also the largest guide to horse trails and https://www.trailmeister.com/ camps in the world. (16)

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Conquer The Canter, Part 2 Canter Hacks for Advanced Horses and Riders By Julie Goodnight | www.juliegoodnight.com Last month, I wrote about some of the most common canter problems I see in less-experienced riders and green horses, gave some quick fixes, and shared a few horsemanship secrets. For this article, I'll address some of the most common cantering problems for more experienced riders. The natural gaits of the horse are walk, trot and gallop. The canter is a slow, collected gallop, developed over time, through training. Rarely do you look out into a pen full of horses and see them making slow bendy circles at the canter. Instead, they prefer to run full speed straight ahead, then drop their shoulder, wheel around, and take off in the other direction. Balancing the rider enough to canter slowly and make bending turns at the canter are skills that come with time and training. Canter and lope mean the same thing. Canter is the more traditional term and lope is a slang term used in Western riding, derived from the Spanish word galope. Whether you ride English or Western, learning to sit the canter smoothly, and control the horse's direction and speed is a goal of most riders – even though it can be a challenging gait to ride. There are very few true quick fixes when it comes to training horses – mostly horses progress with time and consistency. However, there are many quick fixes for rider-error and often once the rider is corrected, the horse has instant and dramatic improvement. The following are common performance problems at the canter, mostly rider-induced – and the solutions I would employ. It is unlikely a horse would have all these problems at one time, but it's likely that all horses went through these stages at some point in their training. If the goal is to refine the communication and control at the canter, there are likely some solutions here that will help. Dropped Shoulder: When horses are ridden, the goal is for them to do upright, bending turns, arcing their bodies laterally, bending nose toward hip. But that's not how horses do it naturally – they prefer to lean in and wheel around the turn, then run the other direction. For that and a few other reasons, horses tend to lean into the turn, especially at the canter. Always remember this important truth: the horse does in its body whatever the rider does in their body. In most instances of the horse dropping its shoulder, the rider is doing the same thing – leaning into the turn. Therefore, the #1 hack for a horse dropping its shoulder in the turn is for the rider to sit up, elevate their own shoulder, and weight the outside seat bone. If that doesn't fix it, here's something else to try. When I ask the horse to canter in an arena and he drops his shoulder, leaning in toward the middle, my next best hack is to simply drive the horse more forward on the circle as he leans into the middle, until he can't really lean-in anymore, so he must pick his shoulders up and go straight. Then, and only then, will I let him come out of the circle and rest. Next time, he'll think ahead and pick his shoulders up to avoid the exertion. Once the horse learns that there is only one way out of the circle, he employs it immediately. This training exercise requires advanced riding skills – the rider needs good balance and a lot of drive to keep the horse going. I find this exercise quite useful because aside from teaching the horse MARCH 2021 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2021

not to drop the shoulder, I'm also working on controlling direction, bending, collection and sustaining the gait. Trots Fast Before Canter: If the horse goes into a ground-pounding roadster trot when you cue him to canter (instead of stepping promptly and smoothly from walk or slow trot into the canter), it is probably a cueing problem and the horse is unable to distinguish the trot cue from the canter cue. The horse thinks the cue from the rider means “go faster,” and because the rider indeed goes along with it – riding faster and faster – the horse thinks he is doing the right thing. It's important that the cue to trot is distinctly different from the cue to canter, and that when the horse gives the wrong response, the rider doesn't just go along with it. Again, this is rider error – not a problem with the horse. Riders should be able to voice the difference between their trot and canter cues. If they can't, it is unlikely the horse understands the cues either. Cues should always involve a sequence – do this, then that, then this. Horses learn best this way, and they are more prepared for what the rider is asking. For me, the sequence of the canter cue is outside leg, slight lift of the inside rein (lifting my inside shoulder and weighting the outside), then give a kiss (as an audible cue) and push with my seat in the canter motion (like pushing a swing). If cueing more clearly is a goal, check out volume two in my riding videos, Communication & Control. Once the rider's error is fixed, it's time to retrain the horse to respond differently and properly to the cue. My hack for the horse that trots fast when you ask him to canter, is to immediately say, “No.” Gather up the reins, sit back, and bring the horse promptly back to the slow trot, then immediately cue again to canter. If he trots fast again, I immediately say, “No. Now try that again…” with my aids. I will continue to disallow the fast trot but ask again immediately, keeping the pressure on. This will cause the horse to start looking for another response to the cue. Once he canters, the pressure is gone. Bucks At Departure: Riders should know and understand the difference between a crow-hop (rounding the back and hopping straight up off all four feet) and bucking (kicking out with the hind legs). Some horses are known to be “cold-backed,” and will often crow hop when first cantered, but usually they warm out of it quickly and then canter nicely. It is not a training issue and could be an indication that the horse needs a chiropractic adjustment. Keep in mind that bucking or crow-hopping at the canter can often be the result of physical pain and/or poor saddle fit – particularly if (17) WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

the horse starts bucking after the canter departure and not as a result of the departure. Always rule out physical problems before addressing training – talk to an equine veterinarian. Sometimes horses will crow-hop or threaten to buck because they do not want to canter. It's a refusal to move forward, and the buck threat usually causes the rider to slam on the brakes. So, the horse threatens to buck, causing the rider to stop, and thus, the horse is rewarded for its behavior. Stopping the horse that bucks when it does not want to canter reinforces the behavior and gives the horse everything he wants. When a horse is bucking or crow-hopping in a refusal to move forward, the solution is to gently move the horse more forward until it stops threatening, and only stop the horse when it's moving freely forward with a relaxed back. Yes, it is possible that when I do that, it may buck more. But if the horse is lazy, he'll give up this learned behavior quickly and follow the path of least resistance. If the horse is exploding in the canter departure as if he were shot out of a cannon, and throwing a few bucks in the process, chances are good the rider is simply over-cueing. By now, it should not come as a surprise that this is rider error. A forward moving horse needs a minimal cue to canter. For many horses, it's more like you allow them to canter, rather than ask them. Tone your cues down so low that you just think your horse into the canter – no leg cues, just start moving your hips as if you were cantering – and you probably will be. If you subscribe to my online training library, you'll find one of my favorite episodes of Horse Master, Lost in Transition (Season 2, Episode 12), on this very subject. Clean Departures: When the rider's cues are clear, consistent, and easily distinguished from the trot cue, the canter departures are smooth and the horse is always on the lead the rider asked for (not the lead the horse thinks is correct). Clean and smooth departures from the walk or halt require a high level of communication and coordination, and it takes months and years to perfect, not hours and days. My first hack for clean canter departures is to make sure the horse is prepared for the cue (balanced and attentive) and take the time to set the horse up properly for the correct lead (by displacing the horse's hips to inside, aka, haunches-in). By consistently taking the time to position the horse for the correct lead before I cue for canter, the horse is already thinking about the canter at the moment I ask for it. Too much preparation and anticipation can amp a horse up, but if it is managed well, the horse's anticipation works to my advantage in the canter departure. One of my most popular training videos, Canter with Confidence, explains in detail how to prepare the horse for the canter cue, and how to cue more effectively. This is an A-to-Z video about the canter, starting with cueing and riding the canter, and ending in flying lead changes. My best hack for improving mediocre departures is doing many, many transitions, particularly trot-canter-trot-canter-trot canter, transitioning to and from the slow, collected trot. With each transition, the canter departure should improve. Hence the old saying, “All of training occurs in transitions.” Once the horse is making smooth trot-canter transitions, I bring the same principles to the walk to canter transition. If my horse still insists on a few steps of trot, instead of stepping smoothly into canter from walk, I use the tactics I outlined above for the horse that trots faster when asked to canter. MARCH 2021 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2021

When I have a horse that gets stuck thinking he should trot first before cantering, I may declare one day that from that moment forward, we shall only transition to canter from walk. Each time the horse trots instead of canters, I immediately and firmly bring him back to walk, then instantly re-cue for canter, repeating as many times as necessary until the horse tries something different and steps directly into canter. In this instance, I am giving the horse a clear cue, and he is giving the incorrect response (by trotting). So I say “No. That's not right, try it again.” Facing that kind of determination from the rider, horses figure out the right answer quickly. Collection At Canter: Collection at the canter is challenging, and it comes much later in the training progression. Before you can work on collection, the horse must be moving freely forward, maintaining impulsion in circles and turns, and never breaking gait. This may take a long time to accomplish in a green horse. If the horse is resistant to canter and/or tends to break gait, collection will be impossible. Collection involves containing the horse's forward motion to re-balance the horse and shift weight to the hind quarters. By driving the horse forward into a resisting hand, the horse rounds his back, lifts at the withers, shifts weight onto the haunches, and comes into collection. I like to use circling and bending to sneak up on collection at the canter. By allowing the horse to move freely forward in the canter and slowly coming into a wide, arcing circle, the horse will naturally shift weight onto the haunches. Lots of time in arcing circles will lead to a collected canter. Keyword: arcing – with the shoulders lifted and an even arc in the horse's spine from nose to tail. My training video for riders, Refinement & Collection, offers instruction on how to use your natural aids for complete body control. Try these hacks for collection at the canter. First, I drive the horse more forward at the canter and bring the horse onto a wide circle. Slowly I lift the inside rein, bringing my pinkie in toward the wither, to ask the horse to lift his inside shoulder more. Next, I apply a soft contact to the outside rein, opening my arm a little to ask the horse to round-up. At the same time I add more inside leg, driving the horse into my outside hand. It sounds more complicated than it actually is. My inside leg is the gas pedal that keeps the horse moving forward and prevents it from falling in. I use my reins with alternating pressure, right-left-right-left, squeezing the rein as the horse's shoulder comes back. I never use pressure on two reins at the same time because that causes the horse to be stiff and resistant. When I feel the horse's weight shift onto his haunches and his stride gets shorter and higher, I know the horse is coming into collection... (18) WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Conquer The Canter, Part 2 – continued I always keep in mind that collection is exceedingly difficult for the horse, and the muscles will have to be conditioned in a collected frame before the horse can sustain it very long. If I always release the horse while it feels light and responsive, it learns to work harder for the release. At the End of the Day…There's no cap on improving the canter. As the horse progresses in its training, and more control is gained, work begins on more challenging maneuvers like lead changes and lateral movements. As the rider improves, eliminating conflicting signals and riding in better balance with the horse, the horse can perform much better and new skills can be developed. Over more than five decades of riding horses, I've learned to be patient and work on one thing at a time. Rushing and cutting corners will rarely pay off. Persistence, determination and patience will. I know for myself, and from working with thousands of riders through the years, that almost all so-called “horse problems” are actually stemming from rider error – so the first place to look for improvement is always within. A rider can spend a lifetime working to master the canter, and still not get there. But the joy is in always reaching for a higher level and the constant challenge to improve. There's no such thing as a perfect rider, but that doesn't mean I will stop trying. Julie Goodnight is best known for her no-nonsense training for riders of all disciplines. Her methods are grounded in natural horsemanship, classical riding and understanding horse behavior. She teaches at clinics and expos, offers online resources, training videos, tack, and training tools.

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Working Horses In The Cold By Paula Stevens | MSU Horse Management Program Student It's winter and as we all know, with winter comes days that are downright frigid at best. Depending on your location, you may have temperatures dropping below freezing and staying there for a while. I am a Michigan native, and in Michigan we will have some winters that stay fairly warm and others that leave us wishing for warmer climates and wondering why we choose to live in this state. I don't think anyone can truly understand just how cold it can get except for those in the agricultural industry. Livestock still have to be fed and cared for regardless of temperature and horses still have to be worked, which brings us to the subject of this month’s article: How do we ride and work our horses in these cold temperatures? Winter brings hard ground outside which our equine friends are less likely to run around on. This leads to stiff muscles and wound up ponies. Obviously a pre-ride workout can be beneficial to allow their muscles to loosen up and for them to get some of their wound up energy out before you swing a leg over. This is especially important for horses who aren't being worked consistently all throughout the season, or older horses with arthritis or prior soft tissue injuries. In addition to that, with winter comes thick hair coats which means horses are more likely to work up a sweat with each workout. It is important then to make sure they are adequately dried off before being blanketed again and turned back out. But what about when it's too cold to ride? What is even considered too cold to ride a horse? Horses are neat in the sense that they can breathe in cold air through their nostrils and it is warmed and humidified by their upper respiratory track before it even reaches their lungs, which prevents any type of inflammatory issues from occurring. However, when a horse is exerting itself, it is inhaling quickly and deeply and its body doesn't have time to warm and humidify the air. The thin layer of fluid that lines the airways evaporates faster than it can be replaced, essentially drying them out which causes inflammation and constriction. An increase in mucous production and thickness further compounds airway restriction. All this potentially damages lung tissue or causes more problems in already compromised respiratory tracts and can lead to permanent breathing problems. Lungs and cold air do not mix well; look at people with asthma (such as myself), who tend to have a more difficult time breathing in the winter than any other season when doing any type of physical exertion. The warmer the days, the easier it is to breathe and exercise; on colder days it's more difficult to do both together. Twenty degrees and below is a good zone to avoid working horses in. Bring them in, take off blankets to give them a once over (which should be done all throughout the season to make sure they are maintaining a healthy weight) and groom them, but don't make them exert themselves. Even avoiding turning them out in the arena to run around during those temperatures is a good thing to do. The lower the temperature, the less moisture there is in the air and the greater the drying effect on the airways. If you are going to work your horses or ponies on the colder days, keep it simple and low-key. Practice that showmanship pattern or work on some basic exercises at the walk with limited trotting or jogging. Just like those with asthma, there are many horses out there with respiratory issues who might not even show they have any. Just because you work a horse hard and they don't have any nasal discharge or coughing does not mean it's unaffected. Like MARCH 2021 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2021

with people, you will have some horses who are very tolerant of the cold and others who are very sensitive. Know your horses and keep their well-being in mind before you decide to ride on these cold days. An additional consideration to take in is ground condition should you choose to ride outside. While deep snow can provide good resistance training, it can also cause damage to your horse, as can hard ground, and obviously ice should be avoided all together. Watch a horse cantering or galloping on soft surfaces or grass. You will see that the foot has a tendency to slide, if you stop that you're increasing the concussing, jarring type forces. If you have a horse already affected by arthritis or soft tissue damage, or that has a tendency to bruise soles or for filled legs, then that is potentially not going to help. It all boils down to using basic common sense when deciding if it's too cold to work your horse: if it is frigid out, you're frosty all over and your own lungs hurt just standing, breathing, then it would probably be best to not work your horse that day or if you do, dial it way back. Work on light, simple things that don't require a lot of exertion. Chances are your horse wouldn't mind a grooming day or quiet day off anyways. Warmer days are coming; while those days may seem far off, they will be here and we will all celebrate being able to feel our fingers and toes again. Keep calm and stay warm everyone. Paula Stevens is a student at Michigan State University, manages blog and Facebook page “CitifiedCowgirl” and “CitifiedCowgirl Photography,” and works at Chase Lake Equine Center in Fowlerville, MI.

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Make Your Own Polo Wraps By Lisa Skylis | skylisli@msu.edu Has your horse ever injured their leg while smoothly cantering from overreaching or during a barrel run from knocking into a barrel? Minor leg injuries can become all too familiar for most horse owners and, fortunately, there's a simple solution to protect your horse's legs; use polo wraps during exercise. Polo wraps are long strips of fabric that you can wrap around your horse's legs to provide support and protect them from injuries. Unlike splint boots, polos can adapt to perfectly fit any leg while allowing for a full range of motion. Learn how to make your very own homemade polo wraps without sacrificing your budget! In three simple phases, you'll have created a high-quality set of wraps that are built to last and to impress. Unbridle your style and make your polo wraps uniquely your own!

Materials: 3 yards of continuous fleece, 1 yard of 2-inch wide velcro (cannot have adhesive backing), 2-inch wide ribbon, sewing machine, sewing scissors or rotary cutter, sewing thread, a fabricsafe marker, pins, ruler or tape measure, and a flat surface. When selecting your fleece, look for heavyweight fabric if possible and know that the thicker the fleece, the more your wraps will mimic typical store-bought versions. Anti-pill fleece is preferable because it can tolerate repeated washing without quickly becoming thin and pilled. Additionally, while hand-sewing might technically be possible, the thick fleece and Velcro will require a sewing machine to make your polo wraps. Avoid lightweight fleece to ensure your horse’s legs have as much protection as possible and value quality over pattern cuteness. Part One: Trimming, Measuring, and Cutting First, lay your fleece out on a flat surface and smooth out all of the wrinkles. Take a second to visualize the strips that will become your polo wraps: you'll be measuring 5 inches wide by 9 feet long. You will be measuring and cutting the fleece lengthwise and you have enough fabric for 12 total polos. This is why you needed to buy 3 yards of continuous fleece and not piece together strips from 1 yard of fabric. The seams would create pressure points on your horse’s legs and could lead to tendon injuries. Next, carefully trim off the selvages (edges) of the fleece and make sure to cut straight, avoiding any uneven edges. (see photo A) Now it's time to mark your measurements for the fleece strips. Measure five inches from the edge of the fleece and mark it with a fabric-safe marker. Continue making the five-inch mark down the length of the fabric – totaling 9 feet, or 3 yards. Next, mark a new line five inches in from your original marks (10 inches inwards from the edge) and continue to do this until you've marked four strips of fleece. (see photo B) MARCH 2021 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2021

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To make the next step easier, consider connecting your marks to form straight lines down the length of the fabric. Also, if you're using the rotary cutter, now is the time to lay down a cutting board to avoid accidentally scratching up your table or floors. Then you can begin to cut your polo wraps. It's important to take your time and cut your lines as straight as possible – any wavy or jagged areas will translate into pressure points on your horse’s legs. Part Two: Pinning, Cutting, and Sewing Your Ends Choose one of your strips of fleece and lay it flat out. Pick one end of the strip and fold each corner of the fabric inward to create a triangle point. Use pins to secure. Sew the bottom edge of the pinned triangle. Then, cut two pieces of Velcro at 6 inch lengths and separate the sides of Velcro. Pin the hook side of the Velcro on top of the pointed end of the polo wrap you just made. Be sure to line the bottom of the Velcro to the bottom of the pointed end, where the corners begin to fold inwards. Sew down the Velcro to the pinned, triangle end. Your seams should form the shape of a rectangle, like in photo C. Now, sew an ‘x’ shape inside the rectangle shape you just stitched to provide some extra stability to your polo wrap. It should look something similar to photo D. Photo C

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Next, turn your polo strip over so that the pointed end with the hook side of Velcro is facing down. Mark seven inches down from the pointed tip. Then, secure the Velcro into place by sewing along each edge, forming a rectangle. Repeat steps one through eight with each strip of fleece. Part Three: Finishing Touches First, cut your ribbon into approx. 11 1/2 inch length. Turn your polo strip over, so that the pointed end with the hook side of Velcro is facing down. Pin the piece of ribbon at the top of the piece of Velcro. Lay it so the ribbon is covering the Velcro that is sticking out and continues until the beginning of the soft side of Velcro. Add a couple more pins along the ribbon to secure it, then sew the ribbon into place. (22) WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Wrapping Up: If you're unfamiliar, here are some tips for when you're wrapping your horse’s legs in your new polo wraps: Before wrapping, make sure your horse is standing square and your polo wraps don't have any irritants like shavings stuck to them. When wrapping, use this trick to wrap in the right direction: think of the polo wraps as a swimmer doing the breaststroke (you can even do the motion: prayer hands, then separate as they push forward and around). Always wrap from the inside of the leg to the outside. Also when wrapping, you should only lightly pull the polo wrap when you're coming across the front of the cannon bone as you wrap towards the side of the leg. Never wrap your horse's leg so tightly that you couldn't fit your finger under the wrap. After you're done for the day and re-wrapping your polos, stick the hook side of the Velcro (the pointed end) to the fuzzy side of the Velcro and begin rolling up your polos from there. This way you can avoid the annoyance of wrapping your horse's leg and realizing the Velcro is on the wrong side. Voilà! Now you know how to make your very own simple set of polo wraps, without breaking the bank or even breaking a sweat. If you have advanced sewing skills, you could consider adding a monogram or small embroidered design near the pointed end. For the lankier horse or the stouter pony, the dimensions can easily be altered to suit your equine’s leg size. These polo wraps are easy to customize and would make a great gift to impress your equestrian friends. However you use your wraps, have fun with it!

Congratulations

Hailey Mann Hailey is a senior at Webberville High School in Webberville, MI. She will be graduating May of 2021. Also pictured are Paint pony “Skip” and sorrel Quarter Horse gelding “Kaw-Liga.”

Lisa Skylis graduated from Michigan State University with a degree in Animal Science. She is a professional freelance writer and Lisa’s work largely focuses on the equine industry. Freelance inquiries can be sent to skylisli@msu.edu.

Best of luck Hailey, you have a bright future ahead!

foal’s body,” said Kathleen Crandell, Ph.D., a nutritionist for Kentucky Equine Research. After the first day or so of a foal’s life, neither IgG nor IgA can be absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract into the bloodstream. “If the foal does not ingest sufficient levels of either IgG or IgA in the first day of life, they are at risk for infection until their own immune systems can produce immunoglobulins, a process that takes about three weeks,” explained Crandell. To ensure foals ingest high-quality colostrum that contains sufficient IgG and IgA, follow these management strategies: During their last trimester of pregnancy, mares should be fed a balanced diet, complete with key nutrients for the developing fetus; Supplement mares with fish oil, as omega-3 fatty acids boost colostrum quality; Stay with foals until they have definitely nursed from their dams, preferably from both teats; Intervene promptly to find alternative sources of colostrum or milk if the foal did not nurse; and Enlist a veterinarian to pull blood to check for immunoglobulin levels if any doubt the foal received sufficient colostrum. “In addition, consider offering broodmares a water-soluble form of natural vitamin E,” Crandell advised. “This vitamin has been found to improve circulating immunoglobin levels in the mare and pre-suckle levels in the colostrum.” Visit us online at: www.ker.com

Foal Health Colostrum and Immunoglobulins By Kentucky Equine Research Staff | www.ker.com Once a foal is born, the placenta passed, and the chorus of oohs and ahhs have quieted, the next step is to ensure the foal ingests sufficient colostrum, which contains infection-fighting proteins called immunoglobulins. While immunoglobulin G (IgG) has been considered the most important component in colostrum in the past, some experts suggest that immunoglobulin A (IgA) actually reigns supreme (Riley, C.B., C.J. Jenvey, F.J. Baker, and A. Corripio 2020). A pilot study to investigate the measurement of immunoglobulin A in Welsh Cob and Welsh Pony foals’ feces and their dam’s milk. New Zealand Veterinary Journal 68(4):225-230). In fact, IgA is the most abundant immunoglobulin in milk, not IgG. Foals absorb both IgG and IgA from colostrum during the first 24 hours of life. After absorption from the gastrointestinal tract, the IgG molecules circulate in the bloodstream to fight disease-causing organisms called pathogens. In contrast, IgA molecules congregate in mucosal membranes, areas of the body that form a barrier between the outside world and the body, such as the lining of the oral cavity, the nasal passages, and the layer of cells lining the intestinal tract. IgA is therefore described as playing a role in “mucosal immunity.” “Many pathogens attack foals through respiratory and gastrointestinal mucosa. Up to half of all foals suffer from diarrhea at some point in their lives prior to weaning. IgA helps block the ability of those pathogens to attach to mucosal surfaces and invade the MARCH 2021 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2021

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Western Dressage: Nervousness By Lynn Palm | www.lynnpalm.com “I really want to show, but I just get so nervous and insecure when I'm the only one in the ring performing with my horse. How can I overcome this?” This is a great subject and something I hear often from riders, so I feel it deserves to be addressed in an article. Anxiety and nervousness affect riders at all skill levels, but this doesn't have to hold you back. Anyone can learn how to be successful even if they are nervous at times. Nervousness comes from negative thinking and will always challenge your confidence. If you can learn how to think positively, you can overcome your nervousness by replacing it with a confident attitude and approach. If you are nervous because you are uncertain about your ability, this will change as you improve and become more competent at the various maneuvers. Here are three ways to conquer nerves in the show ring: Have A Caller In The Ring I've found one of the best ways to help you feel more confident is having someone go in the ring with you and call out your test. Make sure that you practice with your caller at home before your show. This way you will feel comfortable with their voice and the timing when calling out maneuvers. After you get some shows under your belt, I suggest that you learn the test and ride it without a caller, but this is a great first step for building confidence. Do Your Homework Learn how to concentrate on both yourself and your horse. You need to master each segment of the test. Practice at home and during your warm up before you compete. I also suggest that you take a blank piece of paper and write each component of the test. Then, next to each component write down the aids that you are going to use for each figure or transition. You will notice remarks like gait quality, willingness, straightness and balance next to the corresponding movements. Make some personal comments that you are going to remember. For example, movement one has you enter, halt, salute and proceed. Perhaps you could write in the corresponding comments box: "Look up at the judge, breathe, smile, prepare for halt with half halt, crisp trot, flexion to prepare for turn at C." Pick two or three tips that are most suited to what you need to remember for each movement. This is a great process for anyone because it challenges you to ride your horse better in or out of the show ring. You already know that when you ride better, it allows your nerves settle and builds your confidence. Walk Your Test at the Show When the arena is available, go in the ring and walk your test without your horse. Go through each maneuver mentally as you walk it. This is the best tip that I learned from my friend, Jane Savoie, regarding how to improve the accuracy of the test and to gain confidence. If you still feel the flutter of nerves before you go into the ring on show day, remind yourself that the judge wants you to do well. If you have any challenges, just remember to work through them positively. Keep riding ahead, as you can't do anything about what MARCH 2021 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2021

happened during your previous ride, or even 30 seconds ago. Also, remember that your horse knows every word you are thinking! Be confident and turn any negative thoughts into positive ones. Jane Savoie has written a great book, “That Winning Feeling,” which I highly recommend. When you visit our websites at www.lynnpalm.com and www.shoplynnpalm.com, you'll find plenty of helpful learning materials and information, including Dressage Illustrated books. You can follow along with what I suggest for both English dressage and Western dressage. We love to share our dressage backgrounds and knowledge with you and would love to have you come ride with us. You can join us at our farm in Ocala, Florida, or at one of our Ride Well Clinics on our USA Tour at a location near you. For more information on training materials and more, as well as clinics, visit www.lynnpalm.com or call us at 800-503-2824.

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This Is Not Nothing By Kim Cardeccia | www.ConfidenceThroughConnection.com We've been hit with quite a dose of winter here. When you don't have much indoor space to work with horses, the blowing wind and slippery footing can seem to stall your interactions with your horse. (ha! No pun intended, but now I can't unsee it!) Petey helped me sink a little deeper into a belief I hold around meeting the essence of a horse from my own essence. It's that really deep connection you can feel in your heart. This can look like nothing, and it really is the “everything.” In case this is a new concept for you, I'll share a bit more. Partnering with horses in healing work caused me to believe firmly and commit deeply to honouring the horse’s opinions. My theory was, and still is, if I could access the wisdom they possess and harness it for sessions, it would take away the need to bring an equine into the mix. This began an adventure in discovery that led to Inner Journey Horsemanship, because I had to change on the inside in order to create a space conducive to a horse trusting that I really wanted to listen to what they had to say. Listening to a horse involves much more than our ears. It's observing their body language and actions. Being curious about them rather than correcting them. Spending a lot of time watching and waiting. It can take a while for a horse that is shut down to express themselves. This taught me so much about my internal process, as well as allowed me into a different world with my horses. A world where they can release tension and process in a way that brings out their essence. That allows me to feel connected to them. Petey is a wonderful horse with a lot of physical challenges. That is why I am fortunate enough to be his human. On one of those really cold, windy and icy days, Petey was up at the fence as I passed by. He locked eyes on me and got my attention. I checked and his hay feeder was full, so it was something else he was seeking. I approached him and he put his muzzle right in my open hands. He sniffed, and then started playing with the velcro on my jacket cuff. He took the strap in his teeth and gently started pulling on it. I entertained my hunch that he was needing something. I played with his lips, softly scratching the skin and his teeth. Yes, his teeth! Here's a good place for one of those disclaimers, don't try this at home. I understand the risk, and still put my fingers in Petey’s mouth to help him release tension. That is what I feel Petey was looking for. He is not always one to yawn, and after I played with his lips and teeth, he yawned at least 4 times. A great sign of release of tension! Pretty dramatic ones where he moved his lower jaw back and forth and took his tongue to either side. There’s so much evidence out there about how the hind end is directly connected to the hyoid and tongue. I am completely convinced that with all of this releasing, Petey is now ready for and seeking, will help him with his hind end and spinal challenges. It is all connected. There's also the element of trust. We have to have a certain level of rapport and trust established, or the horses won't let themselves be vulnerable. They have to enter into this state in order to be able to release tension. Petey let me know that there is always something going on. it could be reconnecting to your source, it could be reprogramming your MARCH 2021 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2021

thoughts, it could be planning for the future, it could be setting intention. It doesn't have to look like huge strides of physical accomplishment to count and matter. By just offering him my curiosity and intention to help him in any way I could, he led me to the place he needed to be in order to let go of some of the tension he was holding. This counts. This matters. This is not nothing. If this is new to you, I encourage you to give it a try. Approach your horse with openness and curiosity. No agenda except to see what your horse shares with you. This might take a little while, for them to accept your invitation to just be if it's very different from the horse's norm. Trust and try. It can make all the difference in really being able to connect to your horse's essence. And it's a great activity for cold winter days. About Kimberly: Kimberly Cardeccia is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has loved horses for as long as she can remember and has over 35 years of horse experience. She combines her professional skills with her passion for horses in order to help individuals surpass the mental and emotional blocks that continue to limit their experience of life. For more information, please visit Hidden Promise’s website online at: www.ConfidenceThroughConnection.com

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Laminitis By Dr. Joanna Bronson | http://bronsonvetservices.com/ Laminitis doesn't discriminate by age, breed, discipline, or any other known factor. A sound horse can become a victim seemingly without warning. Lameness is a key sign in cases of laminitis, however, research has discovered that hoof damage may already be evident prior to the development of pain. There is no clear-cut definition for cause and effect for all forms of the disease, however, there are certain conditions that have been shown to lead to laminitis. There are three primary types of laminitis. Type 1 is usually sepsisrelated meaning it has its basis in an infection. Type 2 is endocrinopathic (metabolic-related) such as with cases of insulin resistance and EMS conditions. Type 3 is support-limb (con-tralateral-limb) laminitis caused by some form of trauma. All types result in varying degrees of hoof damage. In severe cases, the bone and hoof wall separate and the coffin bone rotates downward. The closest analogy for pain comparison is the human ailment of “Planter Facia,”an inflammation of the fibrous tissue along the bottom of the foot that causes intense heel pain. In both cases, inflammation is responsible for the pain, although laminitis can lead to permanent damage and even death. Sepsis-related laminitis develops as a secondary condition following a serious medical event, such as post colic, or post pleuropneumonia cases. Broodmares may develop laminitis from retained placentas. Basically, the hooves operate as “shock organs” and can become inflamed with illness that leads to laminitis. Sickness generates toxins which are spread throughout the body. Endrocrinopathic laminitis is probably the most common form of the disease. This metabolic state is usually associated with insulin instability often found in overweight horses and those diagnosed with Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS). EMS develops when high insulin levels are combined with glucose-deprived lamellae and restricted blood flow. This condition is very common in ponies. Cresty necks and fat pouches are inflammatory producers found in overweight horses. If affected horses are in general good health, and the disease is caught early, the prognosis may be better. Regular monitoring of diet, exercise, with routine blood tests of horses with laminitis can help forestall a return, but the predisposition for the development of laminitis is always a concern. The chances of a reoccurrence remain for his lifetime. Overindulgence in rich grass or grain can also trigger a case of laminitis, as can any form of traumatic occurrence. Support limb laminitis (SLL) stems from orthopedic trauma. Infection can lead to laminitis. Many famous athletes have undergone successful surgeries and still lost their lives due to support-limb laminitis. Sport, racing, and other competition horses, who have suffered injuries, might completely heal from the trauma site, yet succumb to laminitis. Famous horses such as 2006 Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro, who suffered a shattered leg two weeks later in the Preakness then developed laminitis. Even with the best of care he lost his life after weeks of treatment. The key to any success is immediate veterinary care and possibly referral to a larger clinic for more extensive tests and treatment. In any suspected lameness exam, radiographs are prescribed for baseline hoof measurements. MARCH 2021 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2021

Cryotherapy is an old/new treatment that is having some success with early and acute cases. Icing is done for a period of 36-72 hours at the onset of diagnosis to help reduce inflammation. This temporary “hibernation” of the inflamed tissue reduces the need for oxygen and glucose in the affected foot or organ protecting it from further damage. Pain medications are part of the treatment plan. However, there is a fine line between pain reduction for comfort and too much relief, permitting the horse to move too much and further damage his affected hooves. Further complicating supportive pain medications is the sensitivity of some horses to developing ulcers. Probiotics may be prescribed as a cautionary drug to help maintain a healthy gut balance. Veterinary care cannot succeed without the support of therapeutic farrier skills. Working in conjunction, the team can develop a treatment plan that evenly distributes the horse’s weight across a wider area of the hooves offering pain relief. Therapeutic options for supportive therapy include wedges, pads, shoes, boots, and even wooden shoes. While there are no new answers, good horse management can help with prevention beginning with nutrition. Monitoring the intake of starch and sugars in both grain, forage, and treats is key, as is maintaining a healthy weight and exercise program. As with any disease, the ideal plan is avoidance over treatment. Closely monitoring our horses and seeking prompt medical attention can help lessen the devastating effects of laminitis. About Dr. Bronson: Dr. Joanna Bronson graduated from Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2000 at the top of her class. Following graduation, she worked as an intern at a large equine referral practice in Cleveland, Ohio specializing in lameness, surgery, and racetrack medicine. In 2005, she opened Bronson Veterinary Services in Coldwater, Michigan. What started as an ambulatory only practice, quickly grew to a full-service equine, small animal hospital and surgical center. The now three doctor practice provides medical, surgical, reproductive, and preventative care services for Branch County and the surrounding area. Dr. Bronson lives with her husband, two children, and a variety of pets. In her spare time, she enjoys going to horse and cattle shows with her family, attending various sporting events, and working around the family farm. (27)

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EQUINE VACCINATION SCHEDULE Disease/ Vaccine

Foals/Weanlings

Yearlings, Performance Horses & Pleasure Horses

West Nile Virus

1st dose: 3 to 4 months 2nd dose: 1 month later (3rd dose at 6 months in endemic areas)

Annual booster, prior to expected risk. Vaccinate semi-annually or more frequently (every 4 months), depending on risk.

Original source: AAEP.org, 2020

Broodmares

Comments

Annual booster, 4 to 6 weeks pre-partum.

Annual booster is after primary series. In endemic areas, booster as required or warranted due to local conditions conducive to disease risk. Vaccinate semi-annually or more frequently (every four months) depending on risk.

Yearlings Performance Pleasure

Tetanus toxoid

From non-vaccinated mare: First dose: 3 to 4 months, second dose: 4 to 5 months From vaccinated mare: First dose: 6 months, second dose: 7 months, third dose: 8 to 9 months

Annual

Annual, 4 to 6 weeks prepartum.

Booster at time of penetrating injury or surgery if last dose not administered within 6 months.

Encephalomyelitis

EEE (in high risk areas): First dose 3 to 4 months, second dose 4 to 5 months, third dose 5 to 6 months WEE, EEE (low risk area) and VEE from non-vaccinated mare: First dose 3 to 4 months, second dose 4 to 5 months, third dose 5 to 6 months

Annual, Spring

Annual, 4 to 6 weeks prepartum.

Annual, Spring

Annual, 4 to 6 weeks prepartum.

In endemic areas booster EEE and WEE every 6 months; VEE only needed when threat of exposure; VEE may only be available as a combination vaccine with EEE and WEE.

From vaccinated mare: First dose 6 months, second dose 7 months, third dose 8 months

Annual, Spring

Annual, 4 to 6 weeks prepartum.

(EEE, WEE, VEE)

Influenza

Inactivated Injectable. Every 3 to From non-vaccinated 4 months mares: First dose 6 months, second dose 7 months, third dose 8 months, then at 3 month intervals. From vaccinated mares: Every 6 First dose 9 months, months second dose 10 months, third dose 11 to 12 months, then at 3 month intervals. Intranasal modified live virus: First dose 11 months, has been safely administered to foals less than 11 months – see comments.

Every 3 to 4 months

Annual At least semiA series of at least 3 doses is with added annual, with one recommended for primary immunization boosters booster 4 to 6 of foals. Not recommended for pregnant prior to weeks prepartum. mares until more data available. likely Annual before Use inactivated vaccine for prepartum exposure, breeding. booster. If first dose is administered every 6 See comments. to foals less than 11 months of age, months. administer 2nd dose at or after 11 months of age.

Every 6 months

Optional; 5th, 7th, 9th Vaccination of mares before breeding semimonth of gestation and 4 to 6 weeks prepartum is suggested. annual (inactivated Breeding stallions should be vaccinated if elected. EHV-1 vaccine); before the breeding season and optional at 3rd mo. semi-annually.

Rhinopneumonitis EHV 1 and EHV-4

First dose 4 to 6 months, second dose 5 to 7 months, third dose 6 to 8 months, then at 3 month intervals.

Booster every 3 to 4 months, up to annually.

Strangles

Injectable: First dose 4 to 6 months, second dose 5 to 7 months, third dose 7 to 8 months, (depending on product used), fourth dose 12 months. Intranasal: First dose 6 to 9 months, second dose 3 weeks later.

Semiannual

Optional: semi-annual if risk is high.

Optional: Semi-annual with semione dose of annual if inactivated risk is high. M-protein vaccine 4 to 6 weeks prepartum.

Vaccines containing M-protein extract may be less reactive than whole-cell vaccines. Use when endemic conditions exist or risk is high. Foals as young as 6 weeks of age may safely receive the intranasal product. A third dose should be administered 2 to 4 weeks prior to weaning.

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Rabies

Potomac Horse Fever Botulism

Equine Viral Arteritis

Foals/Weanlings Foals born to non-vaccinated mares: 1st dose: 3 to 4 months 2nd dose: 12 months Vaccinated mares: 1st dose 6 mos., 2nd: 7 mos., 3rd: 12 First Dose: 5 to 6 months Second Dose: 6 to 7 months.

Yearlings, Performance Horses & Pleasure Horses Annual

Broodmares

Comments

Annual before breeding.

Vaccination recommended in endemic areas. Do not use modified-live-virus in horses.

Semi-Annual with 1 dose, 4 to 6 weeks prepartum.

Booster during May to June in endemic areas.

Yearlings Performance Pleasure SemiAnnual

SemiAnnual

Foal from vaccinated mare: Only in endemic areas. A 3rd dose Consult Consult Consult Initial 3-dose series 3-dose series of toxoid at at 30-day intervals administered 4 to 6 weeks after the your your your 30-day intervals starting at veterinarian veterinarian veterinarian with last dose 2nd dose may improve the response of 2 to 3 months of age. 4 to 6 weeks foals to primary immunization. Foal from non-vaccinated prepartum. Foal from non-vaccinated mare may mare: see comments Annual thereafter, benefit from: 1) toxoid at 2, 4, and 4 to 6 weeks 8 weeks of age; 2) transfusion of plasma prepartum. from vaccinated horse; or 3) antitoxin. Efficacy needs further study. Intact colts intended to be breeding stallions: One dose at 6 to 12 months of age.

Annual for colts intended to be breeding stallions.

Yearlings Performance Pleasure

Rotavirus A

Original source: AAEP.org, 2020

Little value to vaccinate foal because of insufficient time to develop antibodies to protect during susceptible age.

Not applicable.

Annual for Annual for breeding stallions and seronegative, teasers, 28 days before start of breeding open mares before season; virus may be shed in semen breeding to carrier for up to 21 days. stallions; isolate Vaccinated mares do not develop mares for 21 days clinical signs even though they become after breeding to transiently infected and carrier stallion. may shed virus for a short time. Vaccinate mares at 8, 9 and 10 months of gestation, each pregnancy. Passive transfer of colostral antibodies aid in prevention of rotaviral diarrhea in foals.

Check concentrations of immunoglobulins in foal to be assured that there is no failure of passive transfer.

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As the days get longer, many horse owners and horse enthusiasts are eager to begin training for the show season or to get out on the trails. But before you load up your horse and haul them to a fun event, you should ask yourself, “Is my horse up to date on their vaccines?” Why Vaccinate Your Horse? Have you ever stopped to consider why we vaccinate our horses – or ourselves, or our dogs and cats? Vaccines are meant to create and maintain immunity against specific diseases. In other words, vaccines are meant to reduce an animal’s risk of getting sick, and if they do get sick after vaccination, then the severity of the disease should be lessened and they may be less contagious. The vaccine is usually a modified, weaker version of the disease you are trying to prevent. When the vaccine is given to your horse, their body creates antibodies to fight this “mock disease” and these antibodies will stay in the body for a period of time after the vaccination. Now your horse is armed with a defense system ready to go if they do encounter the actual disease! Vaccines are created for specific diseases for a few different reasons. A disease might have a high fatality rate, such as tetanus. Or a disease might be highly contagious and easily spread from horse to horse, such as influenza or strangles. Finally, a disease may have the possibility to spread across different species (these are called zoonotic diseases), such as West Nile Virus or rabies. You should always consult with your veterinarian to develop a vaccine plan for your horse. Again, ALL horses should receive the core vaccines (rabies, EEE/WEE, tetanus, and West Nile Virus). The risk-based vaccines will depend on if your horse travels, your geographic location, breeding status, and other considerations. Talk with your vet to determine your horse’s risk level for each disease; do not simply give your horse every vaccine available, since this could be costly and unnecessary. MARCH 2021 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2021

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Offering Full Service Boarding, Training and Dressage lessons. Relax and enjoy your horse in a quiet, adult atmosphere. Please visit our website at www.EleventhHourFarm.com, or find us on Facebook.com/11th Hour Farm ELEVENTH HOUR FARM – 248.755-2083 Holly, MI (Oakland) (PS-09/21) Email: info@eleventhhourfarm.com OPEN 24/7 – Board rates under $500. Includes locker, heated rooms, 12% pellet grain, hay, large pastures and daily turnout. We have trails, two indoor arenas, and one outdoor arena with lights. HARDY FARMS 313.363.2243 (call/text) 7215 N. Latson Rd., Howell, MI (M-04/21) www.hardysfarm.com or find us on Facebook TUTHILL FARMS, SOUTH LYON offers stalls and pasture board on over 20 acres. Miles of trail riding on the farm. Good location for trailering to nearby parks. Quality hay, outdoor arena, round pen, heated tack room and restroom. TUTHILL FARMS – Sandra Tuthill 248.207.6201 South Lyon, MI (Livingston) (S-07/21) Email: sandra@tuthillfarms.com Online: www.tuthillfarms.com

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Spring Equine Dentistry: Dedicated to serving quality and complete equine dental care. Travel to all states available. Like us on Facebook! SPRING EQUINE DENTISTRY Lauren Springstube – 248.842.7821 Brown City, MI (Lapeer) (PS-10/21) Email: springequinedentistry@gmail.com

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EQUIPMENT: NEW/USED IRON CREEK TACK SALES: New and some gently used clothing, boots, bits, headstalls, and more. Find us on Facebook for photos at: “Iron Creek Tack Sales.” IRON CREEK TACK SALES June Rorabacher – 517.673.7229 Britton, MI (Lenawee) (M-03/21) Email: icjuner@tc3net.com

FARM & PET SITTING Fur To Feathers House & Pet Sitting – Whether you want to get away for the weekend or an extended vacation, know your pets are in good hands. Experienced with a variety of animals, from large to small. FUR TO FEATHERS HOUSE & PET SITTING Emily Bradburn – 810.358.2798 Lapeer, MI (Lapeer) (S-04/21) Email: ejbradburn93@gmail.com

FARRIER SERVICE Hoof Care Matters! Over 25 years of experience in trimming, shoeing and corrective shoeing. Ask about teeth floating too! Serving Oakland County and surrounding counties. JOHN PETERSON FARRIER – 248.303.6498 Milford, MI (Oakland) (S-08/21)

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HORSE FARMS & MORE Mike Murphy 517.206.7377 www.murphyfarm.net Quality Horse Hay: No Rain! Square bales 60-65 lbs., 4x5 net wrapped round bales 850-950 lbs. From Northern Michigan, delivered by semi loads or in enclosed trailers. Timothy, clover, orchard grass mix. Minimum order required for delivery. Find Murphy Farms on Facebook. MURPHY FARMS LLC – Mike Murphy 517.206.7377 | www.murphyfarm.net Fowlerville, MI (Livingston) (PS-03/21)

HELP WANTED Part-Time Help Needed. Horse boarding facility near Whitmore Lake, MI. Tasks will be feeding horses, cleaning stalls, putting horses in and out. About 4 hours in the mornings. Must have experience with horses. OASIS EQUESTRIAN CENTER – 248.497.2822 Whitmore Lake, MI (Washtenaw) (M-04/21) Email: oasis3145@charter.net Camp Instructors: 17+, Mid-June thru August. Teach safety, lessons, sportsmanship. Needs to be high energy, positive and fun. Emails only: list experience teaching, paid and unpaid. Include your phone number. WILDWIND EQUESTRIAN CENTER 248.302.2607 South Lyon, MI (Washtenaw) Email: wildwind96@aol.com

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HORSES FOR SALE 16 Yr Old Quarter Horse Gelding, 15.1 hands, bay with 4 white socks. Showmanship, Western Pleasure, and Horsemanship. $2,500 obo. THE TRAVELING TRAINER LLC Ann-Marie Lavallee – 810.796.3510 Dryden, MI (Lapeer) (S-07/21) Email: thetravelingtrainer3@gmail.com 2020 Registered Quarter Horse Filly. Very sweet, show prospect, ties, leads, picks up her feet, easy to work with. $2,000 obo. Best to text for more information. Call Arthur – 810.406.6992 Millington, MI (Tuscola) (M-04/21) Petersonwarmbloods.com – Sales and lessons, stud service, boarding with indoor arena. Trained Holsteiners for sale for Dressage, Jumping and Eventing. 60+ years of experience. PETERSON WARMBLOODS 248.887.4303 Highland, MI (Oakland) (S-01/22) www.petersonwarmbloods.com

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TRAINING & LESSONS Beautiful boarding and training facility for all breeds and disciplines. Green horses and firsttime riders welcome! Offering western dressage and short-term intensive training programs. IRONWOOD FARM – Dorothy 313.215.1944 Leonard, MI (Oakland) (S-03/21) Email: ironwoodfarmdressage@yahoo.com www.ironwoodfarmequestrian.com The Traveling Trainer offers training, lessons, consulting at your facility or mine. Over 30 years of experience. Bachelor’s degree in Equestrian Studies from the University of Findlay. Also quality horses for sale. Find us on Facebook, or on Instagram: #thehappyhorsehouse, or visit our website at www.thetravelingtrainer.net THE TRAVELING TRAINER LLC Ann-Marie Lavallee – 810.796.3510 Dryden, MI (Lapeer) (S-07/21) Email: thetravelingtrainer3@gmail.com WOLKE MASI DRESSAGE – Traveling Dressage and Western Dressage trainer. Dressage show judge (L Graduate), available throughout lower Michigan for lessons, training, and clinics. Beginners through experienced riders welcome. WOLKE MASI DRESSAGE – 517.507.9751 Okemos, MI (Ingham) (M-03/21) Email: shariwolke@gmail.com Facebook: Wolke Masi Dressage

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MARCH MARCH 1 – DEC. 31 – Fox Trotter Versatility Challenges. 3 Challenges: 1) Under Saddle: encourages training young MFT. 2) Under Saddle: show versatility of MFT. 3) Ultimate Horsemanship Challenge: for most ambitious member. www.michiganfoxtrotters.com MARCH 21 – Intro to Working Equitation, 2pm to 5pm, $60. Clinic held by Alex Tyson, Dorothy Mueller and Karen Rach-St Clair. Rach Riding Academy, 3380 Morrow Ln, Milford, MI. Karen 586.242.7351, email: kl_rach@yahoo.com. Facebook: Working Equitation Michigan MARCH 27 – Great Lakes Cutting Horse Assoc. event. Slippery F Ranch, 9770 Butler Rd., Nashville, MI. Call 810.356.3338, or email: greatlakescutting@gmail.com. Visit us online at: www.greatlakescutting.wixsite.com/glcha or FB: “Great Lakes Cutting Horse Association”

APRIL APRIL 1 – DEC. 31 – Fox Trotter Versatility Challenges. 3 Challenges: 1) Under Saddle: encourages training young MFT. 2) Under Saddle: show versatility of MFT. 3) Ultimate Horsemanship Challenge: for most ambitious member. www.michiganfoxtrotters.com APRIL 3 – Southern MI Spring All Breed Horse & Tack Auction. Tack: 11am, horses approx. 2pm. Sale Location: Moore’s Horse Co., 11771 US Hwy 223, Onsted, MI. Call 517.467.7576, email: sales@tommooresales.com, or visit us online at: https://tommooresales.com/ APRIL 16-18 – MJMHA Classic Horse Show. Morgans, Saddlebreds, Challenge of the Breeds. NEW: 2 days of Dressage, Sat & Sun. Academy classes Sat. Ingham County Fairgrounds, 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. Sherry 313.207.8194, em: skollien@gmail.com. Find us on Facebook or visit: https://mjmha.com/

APRIL 17 – Rebellion Series Barrel Racing Show, noon start. 6H Ranch, 8680 S. McGee Rd., McBain, MI. Call 989.619.6053 or find “Rebellion Series” on Facebook for more info. APRIL 17 – EUPHA Tack Sale, Noon-3pm. Dafter Township Hall, 3029 W. 10 Mile Rd., Dafter, MI. Vendor tables $20 each. Vendors Tracey 906.322.4032, email: laitinen207@ gmail.com. Online: eupha.weebly.com, or FB: https://www.facebook.com/rideEUPHA APRIL 17 – Great Lakes Cutting Horse Assoc. event. Slippery F Ranch, 9770 Butler Rd., Nashville, MI. Call 810.356.3338, or email: greatlakescutting@gmail.com. Visit us online at: www.greatlakescutting.wixsite.com/glcha or FB: “Great Lakes Cutting Horse Association” APRIL 17 – Red Horse Ranch IBRA Open, Master, Youth, Adult Barrels. MI & IN approved. Noon start. Red Horse Ranch, 64247 Library Rd., Cassopolis, MI. Call Peggy 269.626.4795 or for updates visit “L&G Quarter Horses” on Facebook or visit: www.ibra.us APRIL 17 – Waterloo Hunt Club Annual Hunter Trials. 9:30am start. Located in Waterloo Rec. Area, 11500 Glenn Road, Grass Lake, MI. Contact Arlene Taylor 517.960.9417, or email: actaylor@umich.edu, or visit: www.waterloo hunt.com or Facebook “Waterloo Hunt Club.” APRIL 17-18 – RHAM Ranch Horse Clinics. Saturday: Intro to Ranch Horse 9am-5pm, $150 horse/rider. Sunday: Advanced Ranch Horse 9am-5pm, $150 horse/rider. Berrien Co. Fairgrounds, 9122 Old US 31, Berrien Springs, MI. Sam 616.890.1190, www.miranchhorse.com APRIL 24 – Fuzzy Horse Show, 9am to 5pm. WillowTree Farms, 61119 34th Ave., Bangor, MI. Contact Kim Lerch 517.881.8700, or email: avosequine@gmail.com for showbill. Online at: https://www.avosequine.com/event APRIL 24 – Tack Swap, 10am-3pm. Covid compliant. Pepperidge Equestrian Center, 7975 Pepper Rd., Holly, MI. Call/text 248.634.3560, or email: pepperridge22@gmail.com. Vendors welcome: (limited space) 10x10 space $15., bring your own table, chairs, etc. APRIL 24-25 – Buchanan Westerners Riding Club Fuzzy Show. 14665 Mead Rd., Buchanan, MI. Pleasure arena opens at 8am, show starts at 8:30am. Email us: buchananwesterners@ outlook.com. Find us on Facebook or visit: www.buchananwesterners.com APRIL 24-25 – Lower MI Horse Association Fuzzy Show, 8am start. Ingham County Fairgrounds, 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. Stall reserve (preferred): kholzhei@hotmail.com or call/text: 517.719.2329. Find us on Facebook at “Lower-Michigan-Horse-Association.”

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APRIL 25 – Turtle Lake Campground Coggins Clinic w/the Incredible Dr. Pol! Must RSVP by April 10. $25 per Coggins, other vaccines avail. Turtle Lk. Campground, 854 Miller Rd., Beulah, MI. Call 231.275.7353 to RSVP. Find “Turtle Lake Campground” on Facebook. APRIL 30-MAY 2 – CMHA All Breed Lope For Hope Fuzzy Show. Shiawassee County Fairgrounds, 2900 Hibbard Rd., Corunna, MI. Email Katie Hartsuff at cmhasecretary@gmail.com, visit us online: https://cmhainfo.weebly.com/ or Facebook: “CMHA-All Breed Horse Shows” APRIL 30-MAY 2 – The Delta Classic hosted by the Michigan Reining Horse Association. Midland Co. Fairgrounds, 6905 Eastman Ave., Midland, MI. Call 616.581.2230, email: reining michigan@gmail.com. Find us on Facebook or visit: http://www.mrha.org/

MAY MAY 1 – DEC. 31 – Fox Trotter Versatility Challenges. 3 Challenges: 1) Under Saddle: encourages training young MFT. 2) Under Saddle: show versatility of MFT. 3) Ultimate Horsemanship Challenge: for most ambitious member. www.michiganfoxtrotters.com MAY 1 – FREE Warm-Up Open Show, Blessing of the Horses, 10am start. Lunch provided, no show clothes. Tuscola Co. Fairgrounds (enter on M-81 next to Pizza Hut) Caro, MI. Showbill: patte199@anr.msu.edu. Call Janet Swarthout 989.423.0576, email: jkswar@yahoo.com, MAY 1 – Wagon Wheel Open Show Series. 9am start, High Points All Age Divisions. Muskegon County Fairgrounds, 6621 Heights Ravenna Rd., Muskegon, MI. Info.: Melissa 231.740.9576, em: morganm0864@me.com or visit: www.muskegonfairgrounds.com MAY 1-2 – Buckskin Horse Association of MI Show, 8am start, ABRA approved. Ingham County Fairgrounds, 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. Stalls or show questions: Tamara Vogel 989.251.3511, email: tamv925@gmail.com. Visit: http://www.michiganbuckskin.org/ MAY 2 – Monroe County New & Used Tack N’ More Sale. $3 entry, 10am-3pm. Proceeds benefit Floral City Horseman’s Assoc. First Merchants Bank Expo Center, 3775 S. Custer Rd., Monroe, MI. Christin 734.430.5377, em: christinnowland@gmail.com or Facebook. MAY 2 – Wagon Wheel Speed Series. 1pm start, High Points All Age Divisions. Muskegon County Fairgrounds, 6621 Heights Ravenna Rd., Muskegon, MI. Stalls: Jeff 616.405.2725, email: theseveners@gmail.com or visit us online at: www.muskegonfairgrounds.com

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Show & Event Dates MAY 15 – Great Lakes Cutting Horse Assoc. event. Slippery F Ranch, 9770 Butler Rd., Nashville, MI. Call 810.356.3338, or email: greatlakescutting@gmail.com. Visit us online at: www.greatlakescutting.wixsite.com/glcha or FB: “Great Lakes Cutting Horse Association”

MAY 22-23 – Buchanan Westerners Riding Club Fuzzy Show. 14665 Mead Rd., Buchanan, MI. Pleasure arena opens at 8am, show starts at 8:30am. Email us: buchananwesterners@ outlook.com. Find us on Facebook or visit: www.buchananwesterners.com

MAY 15 – HWSC Horse Show. Year End Awards. Holland Western Saddle Club, 3856 61st St., Holland, MI. Email: info@holland western.com. Find us on Facebook: “Holland Western Saddle Club” or visit our website at: https://hollandwestern.com/

MAY 22-23 – MI-FQHR Horse Show. Midland County Fairgrounds, 6905 Eastman Ave., Midland, MI. Call 517.404.292, or email: michiganfqhr@gmail.com. Find “Foundation Quarter Horse Registry – Michigan Affiliate” on Facebook or visit: www.michigan-fqhr.com

MAY 15-16 – IBRA Barrel Racing Show. D Bar D Ranch, 7064 E. 64th St., Chase, MI. 231.878.2155, email: dbardranch02@gmail. com. Online: www.dbardranchmichigan. com, or find us on Facebook at: “D Bar D Ranch Michigan.” Visit IBRA at: https://www.ibra.us/

MAY 23 – Flying V Arena Speed Show Buckle Series, 11am expos. No haul-in, office or high pt. fees. Flying V Arena, 8745 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, MI. Trudy 517.231.4905, email: flyingvarena@hotmail.com. Find showbill on our Facebook page: “Flying V Arena”

MAY 15-16 – Lower MI Horse Association Fuzzy Show, 8am start. Ingham County Fairgrounds, 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. Stall reserve (preferred): kholzhei@hotmail.com or call/text: 517.719.2329. Find us on Facebook at “Lower-Michigan-Horse-Assocation.”

MAY 23 – Tri-County Horseman’s Association Show, 9am start. Year end awards. Vern D. Campbell Arena, 13225 Sanford Rd., Milan, MI. Contact Judy 734.260.2916, or Deanna 734.972.7856. FB: “Tri-County Horseman’s Association” or http://tchamilan.weebly.com/

MAY 15-16 – MI Equine Challenge Assoc. Clinic w/Jeff Lebbin Saturday. AHCA Sanctioned Challenge Sunday. Wexford County Fairgrounds, 1320 Mitchell St., Cadillac, MI. Contact Danielle 231.233.6530, show mgr. Wendy 231.499.9601, or find us on Facebook.

MAY 24 – Wagon Wheel Open Show Series. 9am start, High Points All Age Divisions. Muskegon County Fairgrounds, 6621 Heights Ravenna Rd., Muskegon, MI. Info.: Melissa 231.740.9576, em: morganm0864@me.com or visit: www.muskegonfairgrounds.com

MAY 16 – Flying V Arena Speed Show Buckle Series, 11am expos. No haul-in, office or high pt. fees. Flying V Arena, 8745 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, MI. Trudy 517.231.4905, email: flyingvarena@hotmail.com. Find showbill on our Facebook page: “Flying V Arena”

MAY 26–MAY 31 – MQHA Summer Series, AQHA approved, 6 judge event. Midland Co. Fairgrounds, 6905 Eastman Ave., Midland, MI. Contact the MQHA office 616.225.8211, email: mqha@hotmail.com. Find us on Facebook or our website at: http://miquarterhorse.com/

MAY 20 – D Bar D Ranch Spring Speed Show Series. D Bar D Ranch, 7064 E. 64th St., Chase, MI. 231.878.2155, email: dbardranch02@ gmail.com. Visit us online at: www.dbardranch michigan.com, or you can find us on Facebook at: “D Bar D Ranch Michigan”

MAY 27 – D Bar D Ranch Spring Speed Show Series. D Bar D Ranch, 7064 E. 64th St., Chase, MI. 231.878.2155, email: dbardranch02@ gmail.com. Visit us online at: www.dbardranch michigan.com, or you can find us on Facebook at: “D Bar D Ranch Michigan”

MAY 9 – Tri-County Horseman’s Assoc. Show, 9am start. Year end awards. Vern D. Campbell Arena, 13225 Sanford Rd., Milan, MI. Contact Judy 734.260.2916, or Deanna 734.972.7856. Find “Tri-County Horseman’s Association” on Facebook or http://tchamilan.weebly.com/

MAY 22 – GLASS-ED Pine Lake Stables May English & Western Dressage Show. Entries close: May 13. Pine Lake Stables, 12300 Pine Lake Rd., Plainwell, MI. Mary 269.664.4233, email: equineline@mei.net. Find us on Facebook, or online at: http://glass-ed.com/

MAY 28-30 – Eastern US Mounted Archery Championship Series. Gound Zero Mounted Archers, 2116 S. 11th St., Niles, MI. Call 269.240.4764. Find “Ground Zero Mounted Archers” on Facebook or visit their website at: http://www.groundzeroarchery.com/

MAY 22 – Wild & Free Rebellion Series Barrel Racing Show, 10am start. Hawk Hill Farm, 6815 Olson Lane, Grayling, MI. 989.619.6053 or find “Rebellion Series” on Facebook.

MAY 13 – D Bar D Ranch Spring Speed Show Series. D Bar D Ranch, 7064 E. 64th St., Chase, MI. 231.878.2155, email: dbardranch02@ gmail.com. Visit us online at: www.dbardranch michigan.com, or you can find us on Facebook at: “D Bar D Ranch Michigan”

MAY 22 – St Joseph County Mounted Division Speed Show Fundraiser. Hosted by St Joseph Co. Horseman’s Assoc., 21388 CentrevilleConstantine Rd, Centreville, MI. 269.312.0245, email: wonderlady65@aol.com or find us on Facebook: “Horsemans Saddle Club”

MAY 28-30 – Turtle Lake Campground Equine Speed Show. Added Money! Poker run, group trail ride, more! Turtle Lake Campground, 854 Miller Rd., Beulah, MI. Call 231.275.7353. Find “Turtle Lake Campground” on Facebook or visit us online at: www.turtlelakecampground.com

MICHIGAN, CONT. MAY 7-9 – Ranch Horse Assoc. of MI Show. ARHA affiliate, Region 2. Berrien Co. Youth Fairgrounds, 9122 US Hwy 31, Berrien Springs, MI. Sam Holwerda 616.890.1190, email: samholwerda@yahoo.com. Visit us online at: http://www.miranchhorse.com/ or Facebook. MAY 8 – Freedom Pleasure Series, 9am start. Sweepstakes, Year End Awards. Barry County Fairgrounds, 1350 N. M 37 Hwy, Hastings, MI. Email: freedomhorseshows@gmail.com or find “Freedom Pleasure Series” on Facebook. MAY 8 – Kenowa Saddle-Ites Open Horse Show, 9am start. Holland Western Saddle Club, 3856 61st St., Holland, MI. Call Karla Kuiper 616.318.9022. Find us on Facebook: Kenowa Saddle-Ites, or visit us online at: https://kenowasaddleites.webs.com/ MAY 8 – Mid-MI Open Horse Shows Circuit Show. Isabella Co. Fairgrounds, Mt. Pleasant, MI. Stalls/camping: Jennie 989.954.5268, or email: jbigelow@gpminvestments.com. Visit us online at: http://mmohsc.com/ or find us on Facebook “MMOHSC“ MAY 8 – New & Used Tack Sale, 10am-2pm, $1 admission. Fowlerville Fairgrounds, 8800 W. Grand River Ave., Fowlerville, MI. Contact Michelle Carnevale 517.376.2859, or email: donaldcernevale@att.net. Visit us online at: https://www.fowlervillefamilyfair.com/ MAY 8-9 – Basic Horsemanship Clinic with Levi Beechy. $300 horse/rider combo includes lunch. 10% off for Missouri Fox Trotters. Beechy Horsemanship LLC, 1340 S. M-33, West Branch, MI. Call Levi 989.343.9300. Find “Beechy Horsemanship, LLC” on Facebook. MAY 8-9 – Rebellion Series Barrel Racing Show at D Bar D Ranch, 7064 E. 64th St., Chase, MI. Call 989.619.6053. Find “Rebellion Series” on Facebook for more information. MAY 9 – Floral City Horseman’s Assoc. May Fuzzy Show and possible clinic on May 8. Monroe County Fairgrounds, 3775 S. Custer Rd., Monroe, MI. Find us on Facebook: Floral City Horseman’s Association.

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Show & Event Dates MICHIGAN, CONT. MAY 29 – Mid-MI Open Horse Shows Circuit Show. Dbl. Judged. Isabella Co. Fairgrounds, Mt. Pleasant, MI. Stalls/camping: Jennie 989.954.5268, or email: jbigelow@gpminvest ments.com. Online at: http://mmohsc.com/ or find us on Facebook at: “MMOHSC“ MAY 29-30 – Basic Horsemanship Clinic with Levi Beechy. 9am start, $300 per horse/rider combo, includes lunch. Beechy Horsemanship LLC, 1340 S. M-33, West Branch, MI. Call Levi 989.343.9300. Find “Beechy Horsemanship, LLC” on Facebook. MAY 29-30 – MI Paint Horse Club Memorial Weekend Bonanza. Ingham Co. Fairgrounds, 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. Show Mgr. Kathy Avolt 765.714.4324, email: kavolt@hotmail. com. Visit: www.anequineproduction.com or www.miphc.com MAY 29-31 – “Do Ya Feel Lucky?” Poker Ride and Campout with OREA. Ortonville Recreation Area, located in Southeastern Michigan. Find us on Facebook: “OREA – Ortonville Recreation Equestrian Association” or visit us online at: https://www.hadleyhills.com/

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

MICHIGAN AUCTIONS Hay and Straw Auction – Tuesdays 1pm. Lake Odessa Livestock Auction, 3675 Tupper Lake Rd, Lake Odessa, MI. Call 616.374.8213 or www.lakeodessalivestockauction.com Horse and Tack Auction: First Saturday of each month (except July) Tack 2 pm, Horses 6pm. Hay and Straw, plus Farm Related Items Weds. 2:30 p.m. Northern MI Livestock Auction, 1848 N. Townline Rd., Gaylord, MI. 231. 439.5679, northernmichiganlivestock.com Moore's Monthly Horse and Tack Auction: First Saturday of each month, starting at 6pm with tack, horses to follow. Tom Moore Sales, 11771 US Hwy. 223, Onsted, MI. 517.467. 7576, email: sales@tommooresales.com, or online at www.tommooresales.com

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Moore's Monthly Dealer Tack Auction: 3rd Thursday of every month, starting at 10am. Held at 11771 US Hwy. 223, Onsted, MI. Call 517.467.7576, or email: sales@tommoore sales.com, or visit www.tommooresales.com Hay and Straw Auction: Mondays 3:30pm. Ravenna Livestock Auction, 3265 S. Slocum Road, Ravenna, MI. Call 231.853.5738, or visit us online: online at www.ravennaauction.com Warner Farms Dealer's Tack Auction: First Thursday of every month, 10am. Lenawee County Fair and Event Grounds, 602 Dean St., Adrian, MI. Call James Warner 517.596. 3028, email: jimbohorse46@frontier.com, or online at: www.lenfair.com W-H Horse Saddle and Tack Auction: Fourth Saturday of every month. 10am used tack; 1pm horses. Wayland-Hopkins Livestock Auction, 3634 10th St., Wayland, MI. Call Leon, Cal or Tye Casey (269) 945-9398 or online at www.your-auctioneers.com

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MARCH MARCH 5 – Sugarcreek Stockyards Draft and Crossbred Special Sale. 10:30am start. Sugarcreek Stockyards, 102 Buckeye Street, Sugarcreek, OH. 330.831.1720, email: info@ sugarcreekstockyards.com, find us on Facebook or www.sugarcreekstockyards.com MARCH 5-7 – YEDA Show hosted by M & M Equestrian Team. Dbl. Judge, Split Combined. Garwood Arena, 2538 Middleton Rd., Columbiana, OH. Show Sec. Haley Bok 567.712.4214, email: bokh@findlay.edu or visit: http://showyeda.com/ MARCH 6 – IHSA Hunt Seat Mock Show & Clinic. Lake Erie College, George M. Humphrey Equestrian Ctr., 8031 Morley Rd., Mentor, OH. Contact Pam Hess, DVM 440.375.8005, email: phess@lec.edu. Find IHSA on Facebook or https://www.ihsainc.com/events/calendar MARCH 6-7 – Crazy Woman Ranch Youth Rodeo Series. Sat. 6 & under, & 7-10. Sun. Jr High & High School. 6450 Lancaster-Circleville Rd., Lancaster, OH. Entries Weds. before rodeo: call/text Joyce Haynes 614.595.1850. Find “Crazy Woman Ranch” on Facebook.

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MARCH 6-7 – Champions Center St. Patrick’s Open Show. Double Judged, Miami Valley approved, 8:30am start. Champions Center Expo, 4122 Laybourne Road, Springfield, OH. Stalls/shavings: Judy Peters 614.402.1260, email: championscenter02@gmail.com MARCH 6-7 – OPHA Approved Horse Show. Chagrin Valley Farms, 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Contact Linda Joseph 440.543.7233, email: lindajoseph@chagin valleyfarms.com, or visit us online at: www. opha.org, or www.chagrinvalleyfarms.com MARCH 7 – WPRA Breakaway Award Series. Sunday’s at Noon. Treharne’s Training Center, 49053 Fredricktown Clarkson Rd., Negley, OH. Contact Dave Treharne 330.720.1832, email: dttrainingcenter@gmail.com or for more info. find “Treharne’s Training Center” on Facebook. MARCH 8-13 – 41st Annual Spring Mid-Ohio Draft Horse & Carriage Sale. PLUS Mid-Ohio Draft Horse Expo in the Event Center, contact Paul Money 330.473.7046. Mt. Hope Auction, 8076 OH-241, Mt. Hope, OH. Sale barn: 330.674.6188, or www.mthopeauction.com MARCH 11-14 – OPHA National Horse Show. Chagrin Valley Farms, 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Contact Linda Joseph 440.543.7233, email: lindajoseph@chagin valleyfarms.com, or visit us online at: www. opha.org, or www.chagrinvalleyfarms.com MARCH 12 – Special Riding Horse and Tack Sale, 10:30am, horses to follow. Sugarcreek Stockyards, 102 Buckeye St., Sugarcreek, OH. Call 330.831.1720, email: info@sugarcreek stockyards.com. Find us on Facebook or visit: www.sugarcreekstockyards.com MARCH 12-13 – Chasin’ Cold Cans Winter Barrel Racing Series. Added Money. Fri.: NPBA approved, start 8pm. Sat.: IBRA approved, start 1pm. WB Ranch, 1640 County Road B, Swanton, OH. Contact Baily 567.644.5761, or Heather 419.788.8245 or http://turning3.com/ MARCH 12-13 – Ohio IBRA Fundraiser Show. Garwood Arena, 2538 Middleton Road Columbiana, OH. Stalls/electric contact: Kelly Dempsey 330.907.5225. Visit us online at: www.ibra.us, or www.garwoodarena.com, or find “Garwood Arena” on Facebook. MARCH 12-13 – WB Ranch IBRA Barrel Racing. 1640 County Rd. B, Swanton, OH. Contact Baily Vantilburg 567.644.5761. Online at: www.ibra.us, or visit: www.turning3.com, or find “WB Ranch Swanton” on Facebook. MARCH 13 – Crazy Woman Ranch IBRA Barrel Racing Series. 6450 Lancaster-Circleville Rd., Lancaster, OH. Contact Joyce 614.595.1850, email: joycehaynes@att.net, or find “Crazy Woman Ranch” on Facebook. www.ibra.us WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Show & Event Dates MARCH 20 – Treharne’s Training Center Sorting Clinic, $100 per person. Two sessions, AM: Adv./Amateur, PM: Beginner/Novice. 49053 Fredricktown Clarkson Rd., Negley, OH. Contact Pam Bradshaw 814.504.4215. Find “Treharne’s Training Center” on Facebook.

MARCH 26-28 – OMIQHA Spring Warm-Up Open Show. Champions Center, 4122 Laybourne Rd., Springfield, OH. Contact Dan Klaus 419.307.9212, email: dsmklaus@gmail.com, online at: https://omiquarterhorseassn.com/ or on FB: https://www.facebook.com/omiqha

MARCH 20 – Walking Horse Association of Ohio (WHAO) Annual Banquet, Awards & Live Auction. 6pm start. A La Cart Catering, 429 Lisbon St., Canfield, OH. RSVP/PMT.: Sherrie 419.483.2563, em: ohiowalkers@gmail.com. FB: “Walking Horse Association of Ohio”

MARCH 26-28 – USTPA Region 8 Sanctioned Penning & Sorting Event. Garwood Arena, 2538 Middleton Rd., Columbiana, OH. USTPA show office: 817.599.4455. Find us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/USTPA or visit us at: https://ustpa.com/

MARCH 20-21 – Lake Erie College Winter Dressage Show, USEF and USDF approved. George M. Humphrey Equestrian Ctr., 8031 Morley Rd., Mentor, OH. Contact Pam Hess, DVM 440.375.8005, email: phess@lec.edu, or visit: https://www.lec.edu/

MARCH 26-27 – Traharne Barrel Racing Show. Treharne’s Training Center, 49053 Fredricktown Clarkson Rd., Negley, OH. Contact Dave Treharne 330.717.1832, email: dttraining center@gmail.com. Find “Treharne’s Training Center” on Facebook.

MARCH 15 – Medina 4H Council Horse Show. COSCA approved. Medina Fairgrounds, 720 W. Smith Rd., Medina, OH. Find “Central Ohio Saddle Club Association Inc.” on Facebook or visit: http://www.coscaonline.com/

MARCH 20-21 – Spring Fling Open Horse Show, 8:30am start. Over $5,000 in Payouts! Champions Center Expo, 4122 Laybourne Rd., Springfield, OH. Stalls Text: 740.610.4129, or email: horsejudge125@gmail.com. Online at: https://www.buckeyeequestrianevents.com/

MARCH 27-28 – Crazy Woman Ranch Youth Rodeo Series 10 & Under Finals. Scholarships, Paybacks, Saddles, & more! 6450 LancasterCircleville Rd., Lancaster, OH. Entries Weds. before rodeo: call/text Joyce 614.595.1850. Find “Crazy Woman Ranch” on Facebook.

MARCH 18-21 – OPHA National Horse Show. Chagrin Valley Farms, 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Contact Linda Joseph 440.543.7233, email: lindajoseph@chagin valleyfarms.com, or visit us online at: www. opha.org, or www.chagrinvalleyfarms.com

MARCH 20-21 – YEDA Founders Show, Double Judge, Split Combined. Henderson Arena, 739 Van Fossen West Rd., Jackson, OH. Show Sec. Haley 567.712.4214, email: bokh@findlay.edu or visit us online at: http://showyeda.com/ or FB: https://www.facebook.com/showyeda/

MARCH 27-28 – YEDA Show hosted by Hancock Horsemen. Double Judge, Split Combined. WB Ranch, 1640 County Rd. B, Swanton, OH. Haley Bok 567.712.4214, email: bokh@findlay.edu, http://showyeda.com/ or FB: https://www.facebook.com/showyeda/

MARCH 19 – Friday Barrel Bash at Garwood Arena, 2538 Middleton Road Columbiana, OH. Contact Stefanie 330.717.4329, email: stefanie@garwoodcattle.com, visit us online http://garwoodarena.com/ or find “Garwood Arena” on Facebook.

MARCH 20-21 – Youth Rodeo at Garwood Arena, 8am start. 2538 Middleton Road Columbiana, OH. Call Stefanie 330.717.4329, email: stefanie@garwoodcattle.com, visit us online http://garwoodarena.com/ or find “Garwood Arena” on Facebook.

MARCH 28 – Wood County Horseman’s Flea Market, 10am-2pm. $2 admission, 8 & under free, no pets. Vendors welcome! Wood County Fairgrounds Pavilion, 13800 West Poe Rd., Bowling Green, OH. Contact Catherine Kramp 567.322.1060, or email: krampc@findlay.edu.

MARCH 21 – Live Facebook Auction to benefit the Seneca Rough Riders 4-H Club, Noon to 9pm. Sponsored by Custom Conchos & Tack 567.560.4457. Facebook link: https://www. facebook.com/Fundraiser-TackConsignmentAuction-107712704595546

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OHIO SHOWS, CONT. MARCH 13 – IHSA Western Mock Show & Clinic. Lake Erie College, George M. Humphrey Equestrian Ctr., 8031 Morley Rd., Mentor, OH. Contact Pam Hess, DVM 440.375.8005, email: phess@lec.edu. Find IHSA on Facebook or https://www.ihsainc.com/events/calendar MARCH 14 – Defiance County OHC Horse Tack & More Sale. 11am-3pm, free admission, food onsite. No pets. Paulding County Fairgrounds Extension Hall, 503 Fairgrounds Dr., Paulding, OH. Contact Michelle Cogswell 260.445.4240, email: cogswell824@gmail.com MARCH 14 – OHC Great Tack Exchange, hosted by Warren County OHC. 11am-4pm. NO vendor reservations before January 2! Warren County Fairgrounds, Building C, 665 N. Broadway St., Lebanon, OH. Visit us online at: https://greattackexchange.webs.com/

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MARCH 19-21 – Marne Loosenort Barrel Clinic. 9am start ea. day. $450, includes lunch daily. Trailer electric hookups. Crazy Woman Ranch, 6450 Lancaster-Circleville Rd., Lancaster, OH. Call Joyce 614.595.1850, or find “Crazy Woman Ranch” on Facebook. MARCH 20 – Buckeye Mini Horse & Donkey Auction, followed by horses & ponies. 8:30am tack/equipment, 12 noon equines start. Wayne County Fairgrounds, 199 Vanover St., Wooster, OH. Daniel Schrock Auctioneer, 330.763.0905. Email: schrocksauctioneering@gmail.com MARCH 20 – Rider Biomechanics Clinic, 9am start. $175 per person. $375 for all 3 clinics: 3/20, 4/17 & 5/15. Auditors: $15 each day. Buckeye Performance Horse Center, 9761 Bell Rd., Newbury, OH. 440.739.4011, email: buck eyeperformancehorsecenter@gmail.com

MARCH 21 – Tri-County Trails Association Chili Cook Off, 2:00 p.m. Tri-Co Camp, 2662 Downing St. SW, East Sparta, OH. Contact Jim 330.323.4738, or Ellen 330.323.2834. Find us on Facebook or: https://www.tri-cotrails.com/ MARCH 21 – WPRA Breakaway Award Series. Sunday’s at Noon. Treharne’s Training Center, 49053 Fredricktown Clarkson Rd., Negley, OH. Contact Dave T. 330.720.1832, email: dttrainingcenter@gmail.com or find “Treharne’s Training Center” on Facebook.

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APRIL 1 – Thursday, Special Standardbred Sale, 10:30am. Sugarcreek Stockyards, 102 Buckeye Street, Sugarcreek, OH. Call 330.831.1720, email: info@sugarcreek stockyards.com. Find us on Facebook or visit: www.sugarcreekstockyards.com APRIL 2-3 – Crazy Woman Ranch Youth Rodeo Series Jr High & High School Finals. Scholarships, Paybacks, & more! 6450 LancasterCircleville Rd., Lancaster, OH. Entries Weds. before rodeo: call/text Joyce 614.595.1850. Find “Crazy Woman Ranch” on Facebook. APRIL 2-3 – Spring Fling Barrel & Pole Show. Garwood Arena, 2538 Middleton Rd., Columbiana, OH. Contact Stefanie 330.717.4329, email: stefanie@garwoodcattle.com, visit us online at: http://garwoodarena.com/ or on FB: https://www.facebook.com/GarwoodArena/ WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Show & Event Dates OHIO SHOWS, CONT. APRIL 2-4 – Ohio Valley Reining Horse Assoc. Show. Henderson Arena, 739 Van Fossen West Rd., Jackson, OH. Email: ovrha@yahoo.com, online at: http://ovrha.org/ or find “Ohio Valley Reining Horse Association” on Facebook. APRIL 3 – Easter Special Riding Horse & Tack Sale, 10:30am, horses to follow. Sugarcreek Stockyards, 102 Buckeye St., Sugarcreek, OH. Call 330.831.1720, email: info@sugarcreek stockyards.com. Find us on Facebook or visit: www.sugarcreekstockyards.com APRIL 3 – Equine Fundamentals & Basic First Aid. 9am-4pm, $159 per person. Spring Valley Run Stables, Xenia, OH. Email: springvalleyrun @gmail.com. Find “Spring Valley Run Stables” on Facebook to purchase tickets. APRIL 3-4 – EOQHA/OQHA Approved Horse Show. Ohio Expo Center, 717 E. 17th Ave., Columbus, OH. Visit http://eoqha.us/ online or find the “Eastern Ohio QHA” on Facebook. APRIL 4 – WPRA Breakaway Award Series. Sunday’s at Noon. Treharne’s Training Center, 49053 Fredricktown Clarkson Rd., Negley, OH. Contact Dave T. 330.720.1832, email: dttrain ingcenter@gmail.com or find “Treharne’s Training Center” on Facebook. APRIL 7-11 – World Equestrian Center Premier Show #17. WEC, 4095 OH 730, Wilmington, OH. Contact Julie Agar 248.892.6806, email: julie.agar@comcast.net. Visit us online at: https://worldequestriancenter.com/wilmingto n-oh/ or Facebook: “World Equestrian Center.” APRIL 9-11– Ranch Sorting, North Eastern Regional. Henderson Arena, 739 Van Fossen West Rd., Jackson, OH. Call 970.897.2901, email: cinchrsnc@hotmail.com. Visit us online at: https://www.rsnc.us/ or on Facebook. APRIL 9-11– Buckeye Legacy Rodeo. Open to NHSRA HS/Jr High Members. Garwood Arena, 2538 Middleton Rd., Columbiana, OH. OHSRA President Tanya Tupps 330.464.8075. Visit us online at: www.ohiohighschoolrodeo.org or on FB: Ohio High School & Jr High Rodeo Assoc. APRIL 10-11 – Lake Erie College Dressage Prix de Villes, USEF & USDF Approved. George M. Humphrey Equestrian Ctr., 8031 Morley Rd., Mentor, OH. Contact Pam Hess, DVM 440.375.8005, email: phess@lec.edu, or visit us online at: https://www.lec.edu/ APRIL 10-11 – OPHA Approved Horse Show. Chagrin Valley Farms, 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Contact Linda Joseph 440.543.7233, email: lindajoseph@chagin valleyfarms.com, or visit us online at: www. opha.org, or www.chagrinvalleyfarms.com

APRIL 11 – Lebanon 4-H Tack Expo, 10am2pm. Vendors welcome, concessions onsite. Held at the Lebanon Grand Opry House, 620 N. Broadway Ave., Lebanon, OH. 513.850.1770 for more information or find “Lebanon Grand Opry” on Facebook.

APRIL 17-18 – Tri-County Trails Association Work Party Sat. 10am, Easter Ride Sun.10am, Dinner 2pm. Tri-Co Camp, 2662 Downing St. SW, East Sparta, OH. Jim 330.323.4738, or Ellen 330.323.2834. Find us on Facebook or visit: https://www.tri-cotrails.com/

APRIL 14-18 – World Equestrian Ctr. Premier Show #18. WEC, 4095 OH 730, Wilmington, OH. Contact Julie Agar 248.892.6806, email: julie.agar@comcast.net. Visit us online at: https://worldequestriancenter.com/wilmingto n-oh/ or Facebook: “World Equestrian Center.”

APRIL 18 – WPRA Breakaway Award Series. Sunday’s at Noon. Treharne’s Training Center, 49053 Fredricktown Clarkson Rd., Negley, OH. Contact Dave Treharne. 330.720.1832, email: dttrainingcenter@gmail.com or you can find “Treharne’s Training Center” on Facebook.

APRIL 16-17 – NBHA OH District 04 Barrel Racing. Henderson Arena, 739 Van Fossen West Rd., Jackson, OH. Call Keith Malone 740.525.0401, email: keith@malonerenova tions.com. Online at: https://nbha.com/

APRIL 21-25 – World Equestrian Ctr. Premier Show #19. WEC, 4095 OH 730, Wilmington, OH. Contact Julie Agar 248.892.6806, email: julie.agar@comcast.net. Visit us online at: https://worldequestriancenter.com/wilmingto n-oh/ or Facebook: “World Equestrian Center.”

APRIL 16-18 – Lake Erie College H/J Prix de Villes, OPHA and Up & Over Approved. George M. Humphrey Equestrian Ctr., 8031 Morley Rd., Mentor, OH. Contact Pam Hess, DVM 440.375.8005, email: phess@lec.edu, or visit: https://www.lec.edu/ APRIL 16-18 – USCHA Region 6 Sanctioned Cutting Event. Garwood Arena, 2538 Middleton Rd., Columbiana, OH. Office 903.440.4122, email: office@unitedstatescutting.com. Visit: https://unitedstatescutting.com/ or Facebook: “United States Cutting.” APRIL 17 – Dee Kuzenko Memorial Scholarship Series Fundraiser Show. OH IBRA, PA-OH BRA, NPBA approved. Treharne’s Training Ctr., 49053 Fredricktown Clarkson Rd., Negley, OH. Contact Lindsey August 724.650.6291 or find “The Deanna Kuzenko Memorial Scholarship Barrel Racing Series” on Facebook. APRIL 17 – IBRA Ohio Approved Barrel Racing. Crazy Woman Ranch, 6450 LancasterCircleville Rd., Lancaster, OH. Call Joyce Haynes 614.595.1850. Find “Crazy Woman Ranch” on Facebook or visit: www.ibra.us for more information. APRIL 17 – Rider Biomechanics Clinic, 9am start. $175 per person. Auditors: $15 each day. Add’l. clinic on May 15. Buckeye Performance Horse Center, 9761 Bell Rd., Newbury, OH. 440.739.4011, email: buckeyeperformance horse center@gmail.com, or on Facebook. APRIL 17-18 – Mid-Ohio Marauders Cowboy Mtd. Shooting New Shooter Training, Sat. 9am, $75 entry. Gunfire Acclimation, Sun. 9am. New Shooters included in $75 entry. Members $50. Madison Co. Fairgrounds, 205 Elm St., London, OH. 740.206.7214, email: midohiomarauders @gmail.com, www.midohiomarauders.com

APRIL 23-25 – Ohio Ranch Horse Association Show, Double Judged. Henderson Arena, 739 Van Fossen West Rd., Jackson, OH. Call Amy Roberts 740.819.8446, or email: amyshd@ yahoo.com. Find us on Facebook or visit us at: http://www.ohioranchhorseassociation.com/ APRIL 23-25 – USTPA Region 8 Sanctioned Penning & Sorting Event. Garwood Arena, 2538 Middleton Rd., Columbiana, OH. USTPA show office: 817.599.4455. Find us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/USTPA or visit us at: https://ustpa.com/ APRIL 24-25 – YEDA Founders Show, Double Judge, Split Combined. WB Ranch, 1640 County Rd. B, Swanton, OH. Show Sec. Haley Bok 567.712.4214, email: bokh@findlay.edu Visit us online: http://showyeda.com/ or FB: https://www.facebook.com/showyeda/ APRIL 28 – MAY 2 – World Equestrian Ctr. Premier Show #20. WEC, 4095 OH 730, Wilmington, OH. Contact Julie 248.892.6806, email: julie.agar@comcast.net. Visit us online at: https://worldequestriancenter.com/ wilmington-oh/ or find us on Facebook: “World Equestrian Center.” APRIL 29 – MAY 2 – OPHA Approved Horse Show. Chagrin Valley Farms, 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Contact Linda Joseph 440.543.7233, or email: lindajoseph@chagin valleyfarms.com. Visit either online at: www. opha.org, or www.chagrinvalleyfarms.com APRIL 30 – MAY 2 – NEST Horse Show, OHJA, KHJA & TIP approved. Brave Horse, 1029 S. County Line Road, Johnstown, OH. Contact Nancy Arledge 614.989.5717, or email: nesthorseshows@gmail.com. Online at: www.nesthorseshows.com or on Facebook.

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Show & Event Dates OHIO SHOWS, CONT. APRIL 30–MAY 2 – YEDA Horse Show. Henderson Arena, 739 Van Fossen West Rd., Jackson, OH. Show Secretary: Haley Bok 567.712.4214, email: bokh@findlay.edu. Visit us online: http://showyeda.com/ or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/showyeda/

MAY MAY 1-2 – Classical & Western Dressage Schooling Show, 8am start. Champions Center Expo, 4122 Laybourne Rd., Springfield, OH. Stalls Text: 740.610.4129, or email: horsejudge125@gmail.com. Online at: https://www.buckeyeequestrianevents.com/ MAY 1-2 – Buckeye Equestrian Events Open Show. Haul ins accepted. Champions Center Expo, 4122 Laybourne Rd., Springfield, OH. Stalls Call/Text: Duane 740.610.4129, or email: horsejudge125@gmail.com. Visit us online at: https://www.buckeyeequestrianevents.com/ MAY 6-9 – 53rd Annual All American Youth Horse Show. AQHA/NSBA approved. NonProfit All Breed Show Open to 18 & under. Ohio Expo Center, 717 E. 17th Ave., Columbus, OH. Call 614.620.9784, email: youthhorseshow@ gmail.com. Online at: www.aayhshow.com MAY 7 – Friday Barrel Bash at Garwood Arena, 2538 Middleton Rd., Columbiana, OH. Stefanie 330.717.4329, email: stefanie@garwood cattle.com, visit us online at: http://garwood arena.com/ or “Garwood Arena” on Facebook. MAY 7 – Special Donkey and Mule Sale, 10:30 am. Consignments due by April 24. Sugarcreek Stockyards, 102 Buckeye St., Sugarcreek, OH. Call 330.831.1720, email: info@sugarcreek stockyards.com. Find us on Facebook or visit: www.sugarcreekstockyards.com MAY 7-8 – IBRA Approved Barrel Racing. Mercer County Fairgrounds, 1001 W. Market St., Celina, OH. Contact Baily Vantilburg 567.644.5761 or visit: https://www.ibra.us/

MAY 8 – Mountain Trail Challenge and Clinic and Ranch Horse Challenge. Mt. Trail Clinic 8am-9:30am, $45 each, must pre-register. Challenge at 10am. Vickers Nature Preserve, 9260 W. Akron-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH. Contact Laura 724.301.2244 Trail Challenge, Ashley 330.222.1984 for Ranch Show. MAY 8 – Penn-Ohio Barrel Racing Association Approved Show. Treharne’s Training Center, 49053 Fredricktown Clarkson Rd., Negley, OH. Contact Amy Snyder 440.479.8503. Find either “Penn-Ohio Barrel Racing Association” or “Treharne’s Training Center” on Facebook. MAY 8-9 – Jr High State Rodeo Finals & High School Rodeo. Champaign County Fairgrounds, 384 Park Ave., Urbana, OH. Contact Tanya Tupps, Pres. 330.464.8075 or visit us online at: www.ohiohighschoolrodeo.org or Facebook: Ohio High School & Jr High Rodeo Association MAY 8-9 – OPHA Approved Horse Show. Chagrin Valley Farms, 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Contact Linda Joseph 440.543.7233, or email: lindajoseph@chagin valleyfarms.com. Visit either online at: www. opha.org, or www.chagrinvalleyfarms.com MAY 8-9 – Youth Rodeo at Garwood Arena, 8am start. 2538 Middleton Road Columbiana, OH. Call Stefanie 330.717.4329, email: stefanie@garwoodcattle.com, visit us online http://garwoodarena.com/ or find “Garwood Arena” on Facebook. MAY 11-16 – SOQHA The Madness. Ten Judges, Added Money. World Equestrian Center, 4095 OH 730, Wilmington, OH. Show Mgr. Kathy Avolt 765.714.4324, email: kavolt @hotmail.com. Online at: www.soqha.com or: https://www.anequineproduction.com/ MAY 14-16 – Mounted Archery Clinic with Natasha Hockaden Friday. Mounted Archery Competition 9:30am Sat and Sun. Creek Side Horse Park, 7369 Mottice Dr. SE, Waynesburg, OH. Call 330.323.3559, email: creeksidehorse park@gmail.com. On Facebook or visit us at: https://www.creeksidehorsepark.com/

MAY 7-8 – Walking Horse Association of Ohio (WHAO) Spring Fling Show. Henderson Arena, 739 Van Fossen West Rd., Jackson, OH. Find the “Walking Horse Association of Ohio” on Facebook or visit: http://www.walkinghorse associationofohio.com/home.html

MAY 15 – Medina 4-H Council Horse Show, COSCA approved. Medina County Fairgrounds, 720 W. Smith Rd., Medina, OH. Visit us online: http://www.coscaonline.com/ or find us on Facebook: “Central Ohio Saddle Club”

MAY 7-9 – SOQHA Pre-Madness Horse Show. World Equestrian Center, 4095 OH 730, Wilmington, OH. Show Mgr. Kathy Avolt 765.714.4324, email: kavolt@hotmail.com. Online at: https://www.soqha.com/ or at: https://www.anequineproduction.com/

MAY 15 – OPHA Approved Horse Show. Hinckley Equestrian Center, Hinckley, OH. Contact Morgan Mittler 330.239.6878, email: hinckleyec@gmail.com. Find “Hinckley Equestrian Center” on Facebook. Online at: www. opha.org, or www.hinckleyec.com

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MAY 15 – Rider Biomechanics Clinic, 9am start. $175 per person. Auditors: $15 each day. Buckeye Performance Horse Center, 9761 Bell Rd., Newbury, OH. Call 440.739.4011, email: buckeyeperformancehorsecenter@gmail. com, or find us on Facebook. MAY 15 – Tri-County Trails Association Work Party. Tri-Co Camp, 2662 Downing St. SW, East Sparta, OH. Contact Jim 330.323.4738, or Ellen 330.323.2834. Find us on Facebook or visit: https://www.tri-cotrails.com/ MAY 15-16 – Beginners Mt. Trail Clinic 9am Sat. Intermediate & Advanced Mt. Trail Clinic 9am Sunday. Clinician: Kelly Chapman. Creek Side Horse Park, 7369 Mottice Dr. SE, Waynesburg, OH. Call 330.323.3559, email: creekside horsepark@gmail.com. On Facebook or online at: https://www.creeksidehorsepark.com/ MAY 15-16 – Ohio Dressage Society Spring Warm-Up Show. Brave Horse Equestrian, 1029 S. County Line Rd., Johnstown, OH. Email: ohiodressage@gmail.com. Find us on Facebook: “Ohio Dressage Society” or visit our website at: www.ohiodressagesociety.com MAY 21-22 – Kim Severson Show Jumping & Cross Country Clinic. US Eventing Olympic Silver Medalist, 3x KY CCI. $350 person/ weekend. 501 W. Yellow Springs Fairfield Rd., Yellow Springs, OH. Paige 614.783.0803, or email: paigeliptak@gmail.com. MAY 21-23 – IBRA Super Show, Barrel Racing. Circle G Arena, 10816 Verona Rd., Lewisburg, OH. Contact Alexa McWilliams 859.240.0507. Visit: https://www.ibra.us/ or also online at: http://www.circlegarena.us/ MAY 21-23 – Ohio Valley Reining Horse Assoc. Show. Henderson Arena, 739 Van Fossen West Rd., Jackson, OH. Email: ovrha@yahoo.com, online at: http://ovrha.org/ or find “Ohio Valley Reining Horse Association” on Facebook. MAY 21-23 – Tri-County Trails Association Spring Ride Weekend. $60 person, full meals, music, raffles. Tri-Co Camp, 2662 Downing St. SW, East Sparta, OH. Jim 330.323.4738, or Ellen 330.323.2834. Find us on Facebook or visit: https://www.tri-cotrails.com/ MAY 21-23 – WS Mountain Trail Series Opening Weekend. Sunday, May 23: WS Mustang Challenge. Win-Seek, 5022 Everett Hull Rd., Cortland, OH. Contact Laura Wiencek 724.301.2244, Email: custusddw@gmail.com Find “Win-Seek Performance Horses” on Facebook or visit: https://www.win-seek.com/ MAY 22 – IBRA Super Show at Circle G Arena, 10816 Verona Road, Lewisburg, OH. Contact Alexa McWilliams 859.240.0507. Visit us online at: http://www.circlegarena.us/ or at: https://www.ibra.us/ WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

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MAY 22-23 – OPHA Approved Horse Show. Stoney Ridge Stables, 2010 Reimer Rd., Wadsworth, OH. Contact Jennifer Powell 330.819.8295, email: jlpowell516@gmail. com. Find “Stoney Ridge Stables” on Facebook or visit: www.stoneyridgestables.com

Athens Livestock Sales: Regular sale every Tuesday at Noon. Athens Livestock Sales, 3738 Enlow Road, Albany, OH. Call 740. 592.2322 or find us on Facebook.

MAY 22-23 – Mountain Trail Clinic, 9am Sat. Clinician: Kelly Chapman. Scavenger Hunt at 10am. Sun. 9am, Mt. Trail Challenge (OMT). Creek Side Horse Park, 7369 Mottice Dr. SE, Waynesburg, OH. Call 330.323.3559, email: creeksidehorsepark@gmail.com or visit: https://www.creeksidehorsepark.com/ MAY 23-24 – OPHA Approved Horse Show, Country Heir Farm, 20336 Stark Rd., Fayetteville, OH. Contact Julie Agar 248.892.6806, email: julie.agar@comcast.net. Visit us online at: www.countryheir.com MAY 26-30 – WEC Spring Show I. OPHA Approved. World Equestrian Center, 4095 OH 730, Wilmington, OH. Contact Julie Agar 248.892.6806, email: julie.agar@com cast.net or visit us online at: https://world equestriancenter.com/wilmington-oh/ MAY 27-30 – Brave Horse Show Series I, USEF A. Brave Horse Equestrian, 1029 S. County Line Road, Johnstown, OH. 614.885.9475, email: jbrentlinger@mac.com. Find us on Facebook: “Brave Horse Ohio” or visit our website: https://www.brave-horse.com MAY 28-30 – NOQHA Spring Extravaganza. AQHA, OQHA, NOQHA, & OMIQHA approved. 4 sets of points. Findlay Western Farm, 14700 US Route 68, Findlay, OH. Stalls/Camping Res.: Chris Darnell 330.697.6353, email: ccdarnell @aol.com. Online at: http://noqha.com/ MAY 29 – IBRA Ohio Approved Barrel Racing. Crazy Woman Ranch, 6450 LancasterCircleville Rd., Lancaster, OH. Call Joyce Haynes 614.595.1850. Find “Crazy Woman Ranch” on Facebook or visit: www.ibra.us for more information. MAY 30 – Geauga Horse & Pony Assoc. Open Show. PAC approved. East ring 8am, small grandstand ring 8:30am. Free stalls! Daily High Points! Geauga County Fairgrounds, 14373 N. Cheshire St., Burton, OH. Email: ghpa@ yahoo.com. Online at: http://www.ghpa.us/ MAY 31 – NOQHA Level 1 Extravaganza, Monday, 8am start. AQHA, OQHA & NOQHA approved. Findlay Western Farm, 14700 US Route 68, Findlay, OH. Stalls and Camping Reservations: Chris D. 330.697.6353, email: ccdarnell@aol.com or visit: http://noqha.com/

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

SHOWS MARCH MARCH 3-7 – IQHA Shamrock Shuffle. AQHA, NSBA, IQHA, IKI approved. C Bar C Expo Center, 253 W. Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. Shavings, RV, Vendors: 765.720.3251. Show Mgr. Kathy Avolt 765.714.4324. Online: www. anequineproduction.com or www.iqha.com MARCH 5-8 – Online Indiana Belgian Breeders Stallion Sweepstakes. Register to bid online at: https://wlivestock.com/account/register, or call Aaron Freitag 219.898.0728 or Krissy Freitag 219.313.2908. Phone bids available: Willoughby Sales 317.340.6392.

MARCH 7 – IBRA Approved Barrel Racing at Yankeetown Arena, 13334 E. State Rd. 160, Henryville, IN. Call Nat Stewart 812.736.3759. Online at: www.ibra.us or find “Yankeetown Arena” on Facebook. MARCH 13 – Spring Southern Ohio Horse Sale. Henderson Arena, 739 Van Fossen West Rd., Jackson, OH. Call 740.988.2971, or on Facebook: “Southern Ohio Horse Auction.” MARCH 13-14 – Two Day Dressage & More Schooling Show, 9am start. Wild About Horses Equestrian Center, 6830 State Road 25 S, West Point, IN. Contact Pam Bowen 765.714.7403, email: pambowen63@gmail.com, or online at: https://www.wildabouthorses.net/ MARCH 15-19 – Spring Topeka Draft Horse Sale. Topeka Livestock Auction, 601 E. Lake St., Topeka, IN. Catalog deadline: Feb. 4, 2021. Call 260.593.2522, email: info@topeka livestock.com. Find us on Facebook or visit: www.topekalivestock.com MARCH 19-21 – Youth Equestrian Development Assoc. Horse Show. Henderson Arena, 739 Van Fossen West Rd., Jackson, OH. Show Sec. Haley Bok 567.712.4214, email: bokh @findlay.edu or http://www.showyeda.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/showyeda/ MARCH 21 – IBRA Approved Barrel Racing at Yankeetown Arena, 13334 E. State Rd. 160, Henryville, IN. Call Nat Stewart 812.736.3759. Online at: www.ibra.us or find “Yankeetown Arena” on Facebook. MARCH 26-27 – Indiana Haflinger Horse & Draft Pony Sale. Fri.: 10am driving, 1pm tack, 4pm preview, 6pm futurity. Sat.: 7am driving, 8:30am stallion service, sale to follow. Topeka Livestock Auction, 601 E. Lake St., Topeka, IN. Glenn 574.646.3225, Dennis 217.621.4969 MARCH 26-28 – IBRA Super Show at C Bar C Expo Ctr., 253 W. Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. Contact Cindy Harlan 765.426.1457. Online at: www.ibra.us or www.cbarcexpo.com. Find “C Bar C Expo Center” on Facebook. MARCH 28 – IPtHA 2020 Banquet and General Membership Meeting. Appetizers and awards 2pm. Knights of Columbus, 595 S. Huntington St., Wabash, IN. RSVP by March 15 via email: deb.hilbert111@gmail.com. Find the “Indiana Pinto Horse Association” on Facebook.

MARCH 6 – IBRA Approved Barrel Racing at Beach Family Farms, 7800 W. Baseline Rd., Holton, IN. Contact Justin 812.756.2011, or Penny 812.406.8512. Online at: www.ibra.us or find “Beach Family Farms” on Facebook.

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MARCH 6 – IBRA Approved Barrel Racing at Monroe County Saddle Club, 8010 W. Elwren Rd., Bloomington, IN. Contact Brad Johnson 812.322.4473. Online at: www.ibra.us, or find “Mason County Saddle Club” on Facebook.

APRIL 2-4 – Ohio Valley Reining Horse Association Show. Henderson Arena, 739 Van Fossen West Rd., Jackson, OH. Email: ovrha@yahoo.com. Visit http://ovrha.org/ or find “OVRHA” on Facebook.

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Show & Event Dates INDIANA SHOWS, CONT. APRIL 8-11 – Spring Fling presented by the Indiana Reining Horse Association. C Bar C Expo Center, 253 W. Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. Contact Shannon Fowler 317.440.5248, email: sfowler7@att.net. Visit us online at: https://inrha.com/ or find us on Facebook. APRIL 10 – IHJA/ISHA Schooling Show. Sponsored by: Indiana Saddle Horse Assoc. Approved: Indiana Hunter Jumper Assoc. TIP sanctioned. Canterbury Manor Stables, 605 Starkey Rd., Zionsville, IN. Val 317.716.7717, email: val080860@hotmail. com, or visit us online: https://www.indianasaddlehorse.org/

APRIL 29-MAY 2 – Indiana Equine Roundup presented by Kerlin. C Bar C Expo Center, 253 W. Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. C Bar C Expo 765.720.3251, or email: info@cbarcexpo.com Find “C Bar C Expo” on Facebook or visit us online at: http://www.cbarcexpo.com/ APRIL 30-MAY 2 – OMT Judges Training & Competitors Schooling Clinic. Creek Side Horse Park, 7369 Mottice Dr. SE, Waynesburg, OH. Call 330.323.3559, email: creeksidehorse park@gmail.com. Find us on Facebook or visit www.creeksidehorsepark.com

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APRIL 14-18 – IQHYA Show, AQHA, IQHA, NSBA, IKI approved, 6 sets points. C Bar C Expo, 253 W. Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. RV, shavings, or vendors call: 765.720.3251. Show Mgmt.: Kathy Avolt 765.714.4324. Online at: www.anequineproduction.com or Facebook.

MAY 1 – Valley Riders Saddle Club Practice Show. Johnson County Fairgrounds, 250 Fairgrounds St., Franklin, Indiana. Call Debbi 317.919.9973, or Stephanie 317.313.1445. Find “Valley Riders Saddle Club” on Facebook or visit: http://valleyriders.com/

APRIL 17 – Davis Ranch Open Horse Show, 10am start. Indoor arena, PAC, ISHA, OCAP approved. Davis Ranch, 385 East US Hwy. 150, Hardinsburg, IN. Call 812.620.5707, email: dave@daviddavishorsemanship.com, or online at: www.daviddavishorsemanship.com

MAY 8 – Indiana Dressage Society Schooling Show. Entries open April 8, close April 28. Hoosier Horse Park, 7105 S. Kern St., Nineveh, IN. Email Mike at: mike@mikedawson.com. Find “Indiana Dressage Society” on Facebook or visit: https://www.indianadressage.org/

APRIL 17 – Indiana IBRA approved show. Mason County Saddle Club, 8010 W. Elwren Rd., Bloomington, IN. Contact Brad Johnson 812.322.4473. Visit: www.mcsaddleclub.org or “Mason County Saddle Club” on Facebook.

MAY 8 – Valley Riders Saddle Club Open Show. Johnson County Fairgrounds, 250 Fairgrounds St., Franklin, IN. Call Debbi 317.919.9973, or Stephanie 317.313.1445. Find “Valley Riders Saddle Club” on Facebook or visit our website at: http://valleyriders.com/

APRIL 17 – Farrier Competition followed by Round Robin. 9am-3pm, 80% Payback, Preenter $50 ea. event. Shoes by Jackson Farrier Supplies. Tuff Creek Arena, 1150 South 100 West, Flat Rock, IN. Joe 812.447.9579, or Amanda 812.322.9027. FB: Tuff Creek Arena APRIL 22 – Topeka Driving Horse Sale. Topeka Livestock Auction, 601 E. Lake St., Topeka, IN. Call 260.593.2522, or email: info@topeka livestock.com. Find us on Facebook or visit us online: http://www.topekalivestock.com/ APRIL 24-25 – Indiana/Ohio Invitational Rodeo & Shoot, JH & HS. Henry County Saddle Club, 321 W. 100N, New Castle, IN. INHS Pres. Sage 260.413.9303, email: sagethomas4@icloud. com. Online: https://www.inhsrodeo.com/ or FB: “Indiana High School Rodeo Association.” APRIL 24-25 – MYRA Rodeo & Little Britches Rodeo. C Bar C Expo, 253 W. Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. Email: flying51livestock@ gmail.com, or myraentries@gmail.com. Enter at: www.myra.xyz Monday before rodeo. Facebook “Midwest Youth Rodeo Association”

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MAY 8-9 – Beginner Mounted Archery Clinic with Natasha Hockaden. $100 per person. M&K Equestrian Center, 15343 N. 100 W., Wheatfield, IN. Call 219.204.0892, email: jetstarheart@yahoo.com or visit us online at: http://www.mkequestriancenter.com/ MAY 14-15 – 8th Annual Morgan & Morgan Cross Horse Sale. Driving, stallion presentation and yearling event. Michiana Event Center (MEC), 455 E. Farver St., Shipshewana, IN. Contact Ernie Yoder 260.499.0092, or visit: https://www.michianaevents.com/ MAY 14-16 – IBRA Preferred Show. C Bar C Expo Center, 253 W. Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. IBRA Office: 502.239.4000, C Bar C Expo 765.720.3251, or email: info@cbarcexpo.com Find “C Bar C Expo” on Facebook or visit us online at: http://www.cbarcexpo.com/ MAY 15 – Davis Ranch Open Horse Show, 10am start. Indoor arena, PAC, ISHA, OCAP approved. Davis Ranch, 385 East US Hwy. 150, Hardinsburg, IN. Call 812.620.5707, email: dave@daviddavishorsemanship.com, or online at: www.daviddavishorsemanship.com

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MAY 15-16 – ISHA Spring Open All Breed Show, 8am start. 70% Paybacks. Hoosier Horse Park, 105 S. Kern St., Nineveh, IN. Shavings: Kevin 812.526.6809, camping: 812.526.6809. Info: Donna 317.418.6381, or email: skatrudarabians@gmail.com. Online at: https://www.indianasaddlehorse.org/ MAY 21-23 – Indiana Ranch Horse Assoc. Triple Point Show. C Bar C Expo Center, 253 W. Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. Contact Lance 812.267.1027, or Tim 219.201.3629, or email: indianaranchhorse@gmail.com. Find us on Facebook or: https://indianaranchhorse.com/ MAY 22 – Indiana IBRA approved show. Mason County Saddle Club, 8010 W. Elwren Rd., Bloomington, IN. Contact Brad Johnson 812.322.4473. Visit: www.mcsaddleclub.org or “Mason County Saddle Club” on Facebook. MAY 22-23 – Valley Riders Saddle Club Tack Room Show, 9am start, AQHA/IQHA, Double Judged Split/Combined. Johnson County Fairgrounds, 250 Fairgrounds St., Franklin, IN. Call Debbi 317.919.9973. Find us on Facebook or visit our website at: http://valleyriders.com/ MAY 27-30 – Summer Fun Show presented by the Indiana Reining Horse Association. C Bar C Expo Center, 253 W. Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. Contact Shannon Fowler 317.440.5248, email: sfowler7@att.net. Visit us online at: https://inrha.com/ or find us on Facebook.

INDIANA AUCTIONS Hamilton County Horse Sale: 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month. Approx. schedule: 3pm Used Tack, 5:45pm New Tack, 7:30pm Hay & Trailers. Saddles & Horses to follow. 22217 St. Rd. 37 N., Noblesville, IN. Call 317.946.4450, or 317.773.5590, or find us on Facebook. Rigsby Farms Worthington Horse Auction: Auction held the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month. 5917 N. 200 W., Worthington, IN. Contact Jerry Rigsby 765.271.5063, or Blake Rigsby 765.865.5770, or find us on Facebook. 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 Topeka Livestock Auction: Horse Auctions throughout the year. 601 E. Lake St., Topeka, IN. Call 260.593.2522, or email: info@topeka livestock.com, visit us online at: www.topeka livestock.com or find us on Facebook.

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Wash Bay 101 By Lisa Kiley | www.cashmans.com Springtime is a great time for getting started on projects around the barn. Anyone who has their horses at home will recognize that having a spot for washing horses in preparation for a show, rinse off after a schooling ride, or cold hose stocked up legs, is nearly essential. Without a proper wash bay, trying to wash your horse outside of the barn can turn into a muddy mess in a short amount of time becoming an eyesore and potential unsafe situation for you and your horse. When designing a wash area for your horse, no matter if it is interior or exterior, there are a few things to consider that will make the space functional and safe for years to come. Primarily, location, size, flooring, and the right accessories will make all the difference in making this a great investment for your home barn. Location: If you are doing a new build, you will have the luxury of situating the wash bay where it will work best for your barn plans, this is usually the time when you can decide if you will be planning on having hot water in the barn as well. Although a retrofit is not impossible, it is a good idea to get some professional advice when setting up an interior space for a wash area to make sure that it will function properly. With an exterior wash bay set up, location is still a primary focus. You will need to be close enough to a water connection to make it convenient to get a hose to the area. Look for a higher spot when picking a location, this will make drainage easier to manage. Creating a natural buffer of vegetation around the wash area is a great way to absorb some of the runoff and prevent it from making its way to nearby waterways. Just make sure the plants around the space are horse friendly. Space & Materials: For the safety of the horse, a 12'x12' area is ideal, especially if it is a full wall area. A horse can feel cramped and anxious to enter if the space is any smaller and this also gives plenty of room for the handler to move safely around the horse. Concrete is an excellent choice for both interior and exterior wash bays, but it can be slick when wet, so adding solid or wash mats will create a safe non-slip flooring for you and the horse. Mats over a crushed rock base can also work well for outdoor wash areas. When it comes to interior spaces, the walls should be waterproof and durable to hold up to water being sprayed on the surface constantly. A good seal will help prevent the area from harboring mold and mildew, but the area should still be monitored and cleaned frequently to help prevent these issues. Proper Lighting: When it comes to interior spaces, a wash area with light colors on the walls will make it more appealing for the horse to come into the space and can make it easier to see what you are doing. However, if you want to make the most of the space, good, safe lighting is important. Lighting needs to be fully sealed and waterproof. Lighting on either side of the bay will prevent shadows that are cast by overhead lighting and will make it much easier to ensure that you are accomplishing the job of getting your horse as clean as possible. Create an Inviting and Functional Space: Ensure that areas for tying are secure and safe. Cross ties can work great, but it may be handy to have tie rings available as well. Having flexibility can be an asset for the space to accommodate the most horses in the safest MARCH 2021 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2021

way. No matter how you tie your horse, make sure that you always use a slip knot or quick release snap. A good quality hose is less likely to split, kink or crack and worth the investment, as is a heavy-duty nozzle that can hold up to the rigors of daily use. Installing a hose boom can be a game changer, keeping the hose up off the ground, preventing the inevitable horse hoof finding a way to shut off the water pressure at the most inconvenient time. Storage for shampoos, conditioners and other supplies can be very helpful, saving the time and hassle of bringing what you need to the wash bay each time your horse needs a bath. Make clean up easy by putting a muck tub, scoop, and broom near the wash bay. If you are in a busy barn it might be worth it to put up a sign reminding people to clean up after their horses. Manure and hair that gets washed down the drain can create a clogging nightmare, so keeping the area tidy is critical. Keeping supplies nearby to make this easy encourages clean-up compliance. Start planning your wash area now and it will be ready by the time it's warm enough for the first bath of the season. Lisa Kiley is a lifelong horse enthusiast who has worked in the equine industry and shown horses for many years and a proud member of the Cashman’s Horse Equipment Team in Delaware, Ohio. Cashman’s Horse Equipment has been providing top quality products to the equine and agricultural community for over 40 years, with a commitment to sourcing environmentally conscious merchandise and items made in the U.S.A.

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FORT CUSTER HORSE FRIENDS ASSOC. Hello Trail Riders! March is here and that means Spring riding to all of us. April will be here before we know it, so it's time to make those Spring riding plans! Hopefully, our Annual Spring Equestrian Campout is still on the calendar. Discussion with the DNR at the next board meeting should enlighten us if Covid protocols can be followed to allow our events this year. Go to www.fchfa.org to check current information for FCHFA. Our Annual Meeting has been postponed to a later date, TBA. Also, our monthly board meetings have been cancelled due to limitations of local venues where we could hold the meetings. A section of trail has been temporarily closed. The trail behind the trailhead leading to the creek and following around the Golden Pond section has been marked by the DNR as closed until further evaluation. There was an incident of a park user taking a vehicle on our horse trails through that section, getting stuck in the creek. Another unauthorized person tried to pull that vehicle out and got stuck also. Then a tow company came in to remove both of the culprits. So, the Park needs to wait until the weather is better to see what repair we might need to do. The trails are open to ride in this snowy season. Trailhead parking is plowed for users to access the trails. Come and explore the blanket of snow and quiet solitude of Fort Custer’s winter season. Then go to the DNR’s website and plan to make Spring reservations using one of the 7 campsites available this year at our park. All the sites are easy pull-in or back-in for large rigs. Picnic tables, fire rings and picket poles are located at every site. A modern outhouse, water pump, and pavilion are for all day riders and campers to use. We would love to have all that come to our trails join the FCHFA membership ranks. Improvements and plans for the future depend on trail user involvement of all riders that love this Fort Custer Recreation Area as we do! The trails are incomparable to any in southwest Michigan with the variety included in the 20+ miles of trails. Wooded sections, prairie grasses, lake vistas and 6 creek crossings promise hours of the best riding you can imagine!

An updated calendar of events should be available soon on the website. Call Nancy with any questions at 269-967-3613. Go to Saddle Up! or visit www.fchfa.org for a membership form. We are looking forward to a great year and seeing new and old friends on the trails and in the campsites! Toni Strong, FCHFA Secretary

IONIA HORSE TRAILS ASSOCIATION Hope you are surviving winter well! We are planning our spring work bee for March 28. Please mark your calendars to come lend a hand. If weather does not cooperate, we will be there two weeks later, on April 11. 2021 Events: Forbidden Trail Ride, June 26 and Chili Cook Off, October 2. Camping reservations can be made now for the FTR. When reserving online, please remember to click on the “Equestrian” tab on the right side of the page to select our horse camp. Be sure to use a good email address. At the end of the 2021 season, there will be an electronic survey sent to horse campers. The state is looking for your feedback and concerns about camping with horses, and potential interactions with nonhorse campers. This is critical to our work to try to keep our horse campgrounds “horse only.” If you register directly at the park, please have them take down your email address and give it to the park supervisor so you can be included in the survey. The Confidence Course has been improved with deeper gravel at all obstacles. We hope this makes it a safer and more enjoyable experience for you and your steed. Our approximately 100x100 arena built with a joint effort of park staff and IHTA volunteers Sept. 2019 is next to day staging. If you have an anxious horse you want to expose to trail riding, you'll have a safe place to "work out the kinks" before hitting the trails. We'll also be encouraging 4-H groups to hold their practices there, as well as potentially inviting clinicians and outside events in the future. THREE DAY PARKING AREAS: 1 – Normal Day Staging; 2 – Go past the day staging parking lot to the "Barn Lot" on the 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, MARCH 2021 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2021 (42)

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 ft. or you lack backing skills, this may not be a good option. Please park like you expect the lot to be full, leave room for others and plan for all rigs to be able to exit safely. If you haven't ridden Ionia yet this season, you'll find a fun new by-pass just past the Overlook where the downhill run trail was so washed out and rocky. We plan to add some gravel to this new section of trail, as well as "bench cut" sections to provide a flat riding surface to alleviate what could become slippery when wet, as soon as park manpower is back to full strength. The camping season at Ionia resumes on April 15, 2021. Riding trails are always open, but some park roads are not maintained in the winter. Proceed with care should you decide to day ride when there is significant snow cover. You can call 616527-3750 to check conditions on park roads before you travel. Remember, you can ask questions or report trail issues on our Facebook page “Ionia Horse Trails – IHTA.” Thanks, Kristie

MAYBURY STATE PARK TRAIL RIDERS It seems like we have finally gotten some real winter temperatures and snow. Bundle up and get a quick ride in if you can! It is a beautiful time of year. If you have not renewed your MSPTRA Membership yet for 2021, please do so today! We have made it a lot easier and now you can renew or sign up and pay your membership dues via the website under the Membership section. You can still renew or sign up by mail as well by printing out the forms and mailing them in. You can support our group in other ways by selecting it as your chosen charity under Kroger Rewards and Amazon Smile. In addition, our association has an account with the Tribute Partners Program, where you can send in proof of purchase on feed bags which in turn translate to funds. Check out the Support Our Group section of our ... WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Horse Association & Trail Riders News MAYBURY STATE PK. TRAIL RIDERS, cont. website for more information and for forms. Every little bit helps! Our website has also added a Log Your Ride section. If you go on a ride in the park, simply go in and log it in! We like to know how many of us are enjoying the trails! You can still sign the Registry Book at the kiosk in the Staging Area, but you may not want to take your gloves off! Check out all the new updates to the website at: www.mayburytrailriders.org. National Trails Day is June 6, 2021 this year from 9:00am-noon. Check out “Friends of Maybury State Park” Facebook Page for more information. 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! Happy Trails, Mary Nader

Spy (Spy) for their accomplishments in 2020. Kelly and Preacher earned Basic Gaited AA Champion and Basic Gaited Open Reserve awards, as well as Basic Gaited AA High Percentage scores in Tests 1,2,3 and 4 posting scores in the 60s and 70s! That’s outstanding for a gaited horse!! Jodi and Spy earned Intro Gaited Open Champion and Basic Gaited Open Champion awards, as well as earning high percentage scores (high 60s and 70s) in Tests 3 & 4 for Intro Open and Basic Open Dressage classes which are superlative for a gaited horse! Jodi and Spy also have their own recognition page on FoxTrot Urbane! They are one of only two Fox Trotter owners to have reached 1000 credits and have made it to the Wall of Winners! Woohoo!!! Jodi was awarded a specially-designed jacket with her and Spy's names embroidered on the back! Go to FoxTrot Urbane to see their list of accomplishments. Spring foals will be hitting the ground soon. Have you been lucky enough to find a Fox Trotter to buy? Please remember to transfer the registration papers into your name! Go to www.mfthba.com to learn about the MICHIGAN FOX TROTTERS ASSOC. special rate that they are offering for the first Our Versatility Program has been revamped quarter of 2021. New MFTHBA members and now includes many more new activities pay only $20 to transfer the paperwork from to exhibit the versatility of our Fox Trotters!! the previous owner to your name AND you There is a Not Under Saddle division and an get the MFTHBA 2021 membership for free! Under Saddle division to showcase the That's a $40 savings!! horse’s many talents. The Ultimate Horseman’s Challenge exists to reward a member The new registration papers have an upwho demonstrates the best promotion of dated look. Important info on them includes the breed in a variety of ways. This is a new horse’s Lifetime Awards, annual awards, category for a member to earn points in. historic World Grand Champion and RegHuge thanks go out to Jodi Myers, Carrie ional WGC titles for your horse, sire/dam Carpenter and Miranda Mannino for their and grandsires/dams if submitted. Test generous contributions of time in expanding results for coat color are also included if you and improving this program. Member sugg- had that done on your horse. estions were incorporated. Special kudos Levi Beechy (Beechy Horsemanship LLC) is go out to Kathy Kruch for rejuvenating this offering a Horsemanship clinic at his place program from long ago and managing it for (1340 S. M-33) West Branch, MI on May 8the past three years. Her work is definitely 9. 10 clinic spots and room for auditors. appreciated! Check out the program via Auditing is free. Levi is a great instructor www.michiganfoxtrotters.com and our with a comfortable barn/arena to observe in Facebook page where you can find the rules – you will learn much! There will also be a and registration forms to submit. Start pizza meal around the bonfire. Contact Kathy via katkruch@gmail.com having FUN this Spring!! More congratulations are in order. Two of We are accepting new memberships and our hard-working members, Kelly Clevenger renewals all of the time. Go to our website, and Jodi Myers, were honored recently by www.michiganfoxtrotters.com, to print off the Western Dressage Association of MI. the form. Your support will help us promote Kelly Clevenger with her accomplished the education and enjoyment of our favorite Palomino MFT, Outlaw’s Sunny Sensation breed. Your membership also allows you to (Preacher), and Jodi Myers with her participate in certain clinics at reduced cost. talented MFT gelding, Radar’s Top Secret By Marilyn Mannino MARCH 2021 • C & C PUBLISHING, INC. ©2021 (43)

PROUD LAKE TRAIL RIDERS ASSOC. Proud Lake Trail Riders has been working diligently with the DNR to separate our trails from the bikers. The park is completely committed to doing this and they are presently evaluating options and locations. Once the trails are separated, there will be signs up stating which trails are horse or bike trails. We have been working on this for the past several years and we are thrilled that the park is committed to making this happen. As of right now, the GPS maps have been submitted and we are moving forward. Our first event of 2021 is scheduled for the weekend of June 18-20. We will be having a campout/event ride. Camping will be $35 for the weekend. The ride will be $5 per rider. We will begin taking reservations for camping shortly. Please keep in mind that we should have room for everyone. We have our runoff pasture that is perfect for bigger rigs and those that really like a bit more space. We will not be hosting our usual potluck at this event and lunch will not be included. More details to follow. Once again, all of the local parks have coordinated together so that we are not booking multiple events on the same days. Our 2nd ride/campout of the season will be the popular Circle Ride coordinated with Kensington Trail Riders on Sept. 24-26. Our goal this season: add more obstacles to our obstacle course. We hope you take advantage of this free course when you come out and ride the trails. Join our email list, please email me efrusy@ yahoo.com and also remember to like us on Facebook! Stay safe and keep riding!

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