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Positive thoughts for your horse By Kimberly Cardeccia Because of their prey nature, horses can read situations very easily and quickly. Their lives depend on being able to detect danger or incongruities. If something doesn't look as it should, it could be life threatening. For example, grass rustling in the wind as opposed to grass moving unnaturally because of a cougar moving through it. In addition to being very tuned into their surroundings, horses also can read us very well. By nature, they are tuned into electromagnetic frequencies. This is one of the ways that they communicate safety or danger to each other, as well as assess their environment. Of course, as we interact with them, we put ourselves on their radar, and this means that our emotional state influences our horses. The great news is that we can use this to our advantage to offer our horses a sense of security and well-being. We need to be aware of what we're feeling and how we are presenting ourselves. This can be termed our "state" and we can make choices and take action to change our state if it's not beneficial to our horse, or to us. There are three components that create our state: thoughts, behaviors and feelings. If we change any one of these, the other two will be affected, and we will end up being in a different state. We will feel differently, present ourselves differently and claim a thought perspective or mindset. In this way we can make things feel better for both ourselves and our horses. Feelings are the most difficult to alter on command. It's not very easy to just be happy when you are feeling at the opposite end of the spectrum. Behaviors, or physical movements, are a more effective way to alter our state. For example, If I ask you to skip across the arena, you most likely are going to start laughing. Either because you feel ridiculous, or because a more joyful stance in your body has changed everything inside for you. Now you are in a different state because we changed a behavior. Choosing different thoughts is the most effective way to change our state, and it has longer term benefits as well. The longer-term benefits involve the subconscious, which is responsible for about 93% of what happens in our lives. Our subconscious gets programmed by thoughts we think over and over again. They turn into beliefs, and this is how our subconscious gets programmed. It's a goal striving mechanism and goes for what we consistently tell ourselves…or have told ourselves in the past or heard from others. It is a powerful influence, and we can take the steps to change it as we consciously alter our states in choosing our thoughts. When we recognize our mental perspective isn't working well for us, that's a great thing! Now, we can change it to a perspective that better serves us. We can only think one thought at a time, so that also works in our favor. We might have been thinking about the bad day we had at work or dwelling on an instance where we felt like we failed. Neither of these thoughts are going to set us up for success, nor a peaceful and calm state that will appeal to our horses. We can instead focus on a memory that makes us smile, or a person that always uplifts us, or the horse right in front of us. Focusing on the present moment is a fabulous way to clear our minds and shift our state. This present moment awareness can also be called mindfulness and is a hot topic in the therapeutic world! Horses give ©2018 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • MAY 2018

us many opportunities to do this and allow us to be better riders and trainers. In so many ways, our horses cause us to be better humans, and to enjoy that journey of growth. Thus, by deliberately choosing our state, we can influence the state of our horses. We can help them feel better by feeling better ourselves! 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. Kim is a strong advocate for horse welfare in animal assisted interventions. She mentors facilitators and future facilitators on their journey of partnering with horses. For more information, please visit Hidden Promise’s website: www.ConfidenceThroughConnection.com.

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Aids Communication: The Seat By Lynn Palm I am going to discuss one of the rider's most important, yet often, overlooked aids. Can you guess which one it is? If you said the rider's SEAT, you're right! I will explain how the rider uses her seat by using the example of upward and downward transitions. As the rider puts weight in the saddle, the rotation and movement of her hips gives the horse the indication to go forward. When this rotation and movement decreases, it signals the horse to slow or stop. Let me explain how this works using simple exercises you can use at home to improve communication using your seat. Walk-Jog/Trot Transitions Using The Seat The goal of this exercise is to use your seat, rather than hand or leg aids, to signal requests for upward and downward transitions from walk to trot. Start by asking your horse to walk forward on a large circle. Gently follow his movement with your hips as he walks forward. Prepare for an upward transition to the jog/trot using your seat as the main tool for communicating to the horse. Do this by first putting more weight in your seat. As you do, rotate your hips to follow the horse's movement and encourage to him to increase his speed through the action of your seat. Support this action by lightly applying leg aids (if needed) and slightly releasing the reins to encourage his forward movement. If needed, reinforce your requests with a “cluck”. He should pick up the jog/trot. Continue following his motion with your seat. Jog/trot a segment of the large circle. Then turn him to make a smaller circle within the large one. We will use the smaller circle to ask him to for a downward transition back to the walk. Jog/trot a portion of the small circle and prepare for a downward transition using the seat. Once again put weight in your seat, but this time decrease the movement and rotation of your hips with the horse's movement. He should make a transition from jog/trot to the walk in response to your seat aid. Praise him. Do this exercise in both directions. As you practice this exercise, your seat aid will become more effective and your horse more responsive. You'll notice that less leg and voice aids are necessary to achieve the transitions. Jog-Lope/Trot-Canter Transitions Using the Seat When the horse is comfortable and understands the aids communication you are giving him for the walk-jog/trot transition, it is time to try a jog to lope/trot to canter transition. This exercise should be done in a large fenced paddock or pasture. Be sure the horse is warmed up before starting this exercise. Repeat the walkjog/trot transition exercise (above) to reinforce the effectiveness of your seat, leg, and hand aids. The exercise starts with trotting the horse on a large circle. The rider should post to the trot even if using a western saddle. Encourage the horse to depart into the canter by using the word command “CANTER” (he should have already learned this voice command from ground training on the longe line, liberty, or round pen). At the same time use seat and leg aids to encourage him to move forward into the canter. Keep a loose contact on the reins, lightly positioning him on the arc of the circle. Continue following his motion with your seat while posting as he increases his speed and makes a transition to the lope/canter. At this point, it is not important which lead he ©2018 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • MAY 2018

takes, just that he canters. When he begins loping/cantering, sit and follow the rocking motion of the gait with your seat and hips to encourage him to continue cantering. Your Next Step… Most often when a horse has problem picking up the correct lead, the rider is not maintaining the proper form and balance. When the horse has problems, the rider is not properly controlling his body position during jog-lope/trot-canter transitions. To achieve this requires an understanding of the rider's turning aids. Before I can go into more details about perfecting transitions, refer to my previous articles on turning aids and how they are used to position the horse. It will help you improve your transitions and it may change your riding forever! Until then, follow your dreams…Lynn Palm

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Tuesday, July 10th, Noon Stick Horse Classes – All Welcome! 1 Potato Race Ages 13-17 2 Potato Race Ages 7-12 3 Potato Race Ages 6 & Under 4 Egg And Spoon Ages 13-17 5 Egg And Spoon Ages 7-12 6 Egg And Spoon Ages 6 & Under 7 Musical Stalls Ages 13-17 8 Musical Stalls Ages 7-12 9 Musical Stalls Ages 6 & Under 10 Timmy Says Ages 13-17 11 Timmy Says Ages 7-12 12 Timmy Says Ages 6 & Under 13 Catalogue Race Ages 13-17 14 Catalogue Race Ages 7-12 15 Catalogue Race Ages 6 & Under 16 Crazy Stakes Ages 13-17 17 Crazy Stakes Ages 7-12 18 Crazy Stakes Ages 6 & Under

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Barrel Racing By Katie Ockert, Michigan State University Extension Barrel racing, like other equine disciplines, requires proper preparation and practice to succeed. Barrel racing can be fun, rewarding and exciting! But running a perfect pattern, with a fast time, takes patience, practice, preparation and skill. To begin, riders should ensure their horses are properly equipped for barrel racing. Next, riders must lay the foundation for horses to learn the barrel pattern, which takes a lot of time and practice. Slow work is an essential key in introducing your horse to the barrel and speed patterns, as well as maintaining them. A horse must be willing to perform various manoeuvres at various speeds, including slower ones such as the walk or trot. Remember that a “hot” horse is not the best choice for a barrel racing horse; a mild-tempered, willing horse that has natural athletic ability is a good choice. This article will explain the barrel pattern and prepare you to ride the perfect circle. Why are circles so important? Practising circles helps you to create muscle memory in both you and your horse, so when circling around the barrel at a high rate of speed, the horse has his body in the correct position to make a nice turn and the rider is able to maintain control over the horse. The barrel pattern: The barrel pattern is fairly simple; there are three barrels set up in a triangular pattern and each rider must turn each barrel in a clover leaf pattern as fast as they can. Riders may choose to run a pattern that requires one right hand turn and two left hand turns or vice versa. The diagram illustrates a right-handed pattern, which is where the rider chooses the barrel on the right to be their first barrel. They will then move in a straight line across the pen to barrel two, where they will make a left-handed turn. From there, the rider will head straight to barrel three for another left hand turn before finally sending the horse back across the timer line. An important part in understanding the barrel pattern is recognizing it is a series of straight lines and quick, tight turns. Practising coming out of each turn in position to head straight to the next barrel is going to shave time off your run. Horse and rider preparation: Before you even walk your horse around the barrel pattern, you and your horse must be able to do a perfect circle in the correct lead at a walk, trot and lope. A perfect circle does not just mean your horse can lope around in a circle; it means your horse's body position throughout the circle is correct and your horse is collected. To be in the correct body position, the horse's nose is slightly tilted in to the inside of the circle, his shoulders are free and able to naturally move through the circle, his rib cage is slightly bent to the inside, and his hip is underneath him. This is the position you want your horse to be in as he is going around the barrels. When practising your circles in both directions, move your horse into smaller circles and out to bigger circles. This helps riders maintain and gain control over each of the horse's body parts. Circles are also a good way to warm your horse up before a workout. ©2018 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • MAY 2018

More advanced horses and riders may want to add counter-bending to their circles. Counter-bending is a great way to free up your horse's shoulders and continue to gain control over each separate body part. To counter-bend, start your horse off in a regular circle, making sure your horse is relaxed and at ease. Next, ask your horse to only move his nose and rib cage away from the inside of the circle, while maintaining the correct circle position in his shoulders and hindquarters. Only hold this position for a stride or two before returning back to the original circle body position. This article was published by Michigan State University Extension. For more information, visit http://www.msue.msu.edu. To have a digest of information delivered straight to your email inbox, visit http://www.msue. msu.edu/newsletters. To contact an expert in your area, visit http://expert. msue.msu.edu, or call 888-MSUE4MI (888-678-3464).

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Great Lakes Area Driving Series (GLADS) April Kick-Off Snow, high winds, and freezing temperatures greeted hardy competitors for the initial 2018 Great Lakes Area Driving Series arena driving trial (ADT) April 6-7 at Windy Knoll Farm, Sullivan, OH. Twenty-seven entries took on driven dressage tests, a cones course, and two maze-like obstacles. Francois Bergeron, Montreal, Quebec, not only judged the event, but gave private lessons and offered helpful comments throughout the competition. Organizer Stacey Giere, Maple Crest Farm, Brecksville, OH, relied on several experienced volunteers to keep the show rolling. Diana Beardsley, Kim Stegh, Nina Fusteri, Chrissy Aitken, Kristin Whittington, and Cathy Rhoades did everything from scribing dressage tests to final scoring. Competitors pitched in to set up courses, clear the arena, and measure cones’ distances. Since this was a schooling show, entries had the option for “do overs,” a chance to improve performances. A Friday night pizza party was followed by a very informative program, “Improving Driven Dressage Scores” presented by Judge Bergeron. On Saturday, a potluck lunch after dressage, provided a break in the competition before the obstacle phase got underway. A driving derby and presentation of overall awards concluded the ADT in the late afternoon. Definitely the highlight of the event was a four-in-hand of Haflingers driven by Heather Raw. The hitch, owned by the Paul Sutton family's Walnut Ridge Farm, had never shown together before. However, they were expertly kept in line throughout their dressage test, the cones course, and through the gated obstacles. The Sutton’s and their helpers demonstrated how the team was prepared and hitched to the delight of all in attendance. APRIL GLADS RESULTS: Training Single Small Ponies: 1. M.B.Dixon 2. Rebecca Rich 3. Madi Schultz Training Single Pony: 1. Heather Raw 2. Mary Thomas 3. Stacey Giere 4. Dan Shanahan (A entry) 5. Dan Shanahan (B entry) Training Single Horse: 1. Sandra Hoyt 2. Tara Williamson 3. Duane Stutzman Training Pair: 1. Lou Sutton Training Team: 1. Heather Raw VSE: 1. Joanne Muir Preliminary Small Pony: 1. Cathy Rhoades Preliminary Single Pony: 1. Carl Workman 2. Marilyn Jupp Preliminary Single Horse: 1. Susan Osborne 2. Chrissy Aitken Intermed. Single Horse CT: 1. Susan Osborne Intermed. Single Pony CT: 1. Kristin Whittington ©2018 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • MAY 2018

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R IDE F OR A C URE O PEN H ORSE S HOW July 14, 2018 • Caro Fairgrounds Entries 8:00am, Show 9:00am • $4.00 Per Class Judge: Kathi Schroder 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.

Trail In Hand (Judged Separate Ring 9:30-11:00) Halter Geldings ALL proceeds from this show will Halter Mares be donated to cancer patients! Pony 56” & Under & Mini Color Class (Pinto, Paint, Palomino, Buckskin, etc.)*** Showmanship-20 & Over Contact: Lori Bellor Showmanship-16-19 989.551.5898 Showmanship-13-15 *** Do not count for High Point Showmanship-12 & Under Showmanship-Novice (1st Yr & Advanced)*** Showmanship-Pony/Mini In order to save money, awards are donated. Showmanship-Cloverbud (5-8)*** We wish to give all we Showmanship-Simon Says*** can for cancer. New Showmanship-Leadless (hands free)*** ribbons will be given. 10 MINUTE BREAK High Point Divisions 15. English Pleasure-16 & Over 20 & Over Pony/Mini 16. English Pleasure-15 & Under 16-19 Gymkhana: 17. English Equitation-16 & Over 13-15 16 & Over 18. English Equitation-15 & Under 12 & Under 15 & Under 19. Mini Driving MUST sign up for High Point before 1st class! LUNCH RECOGNITION FOR CANCER SURVIVORS 20. Cone Class: Leadline or Walk/Trot only (on Trail Course)*** 21. Leadline 8 & Under (Not to ride in any other class except 20)*** 22. Walk/Trot 8 & Under (Not to ride in any other class except 20)*** 23. Walk/Trot-9-19 (Not to ride in any lope/canter class) (For green horse or novice/advanced novice)***

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JULY 22-28, 2018 CARO, MI 2018 OPEN HORSE SHOWS Entry Booth Opens 8:00 a.m. Shows Start 9:00 a.m. SHARP!

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AHC’S SECOND QUARTER WEBINAR The AHC is pleased to announce that the topic for its 2nd quarter webinar for 2018 will be Microchipping. Webinar will take place on Monday, May 14th at 3:00 pm ET. Presenting will be Angela Pelzel-McCluskey, DVM, MS from the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA), TC Lane from the U.S. Trotting Assoc. (USTA), and Ashley Furst, Director of the Unwanted Horse Coalition (UHC). Dr. McCluskey is an Equine Epidemiologist for USDA-APHIS-Veterinary Services and will present on the “Traceability of Equine Microchips” and demonstrate some of the successes and challenges encountered when a horse with a chip is found and efforts are made to try to trace that chip to figure out who the horse is. TC Lane is the Director of Registry and Member Services for the USTA and will be presenting a new microchipping requirement that the USTA will be putting into place where in 2019, all foals will be required to be implanted with a microchip. The microchips would replace freeze brands and lip tattoos as means of identification for Standardbreds. Finally, UHC Director Ashley Furst will discuss the new program “Operation Chip” introduced in January 2018. The program currently provides free microchips and registration of that microchip to stallions getting gelded through Operation Gelding program. The webinar is open to both AHC members and non-members – we encourage everyone to attend! To register for the webinar, please visit http://www.horsecouncil.org/. The webinar lasts approximately one hour and will allow for Q&A at the end of each speaker's presentation. If you have any questions, please contact Ashley Furst at afurst@horsecouncil.org. We look forward to you joining us for our 2nd quarter webinar!

available for equine-assisted therapy by $1 million in FY2018. Within the Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA), Veterans' Benefits Administration provision, the law appropriates “an additional $1 million…to the Adaptive Sports Program to encourage VA to increase…grants for equine therapy for mental health issues.” A committee statement that accompanies the legislative text goes on to outline the rationale for the increased funds by acknowledging that there are “promising results reported using equine therapy for veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder.” The enhanced equine therapy provision traces its roots to a prohorse industry amendment that Rep. Barr (RKY) offered to a FY2018 spending bill in late July 2017, directing Congress to allocate more resources to VA for equine therapy. While addressing members of the Congressional Horse Caucus during an event unveiling the horse industry's 2017 economic impact study in early March, Rep. Barr (R-KY) discussed the importance of expanding access to evidence-based equine treatment for veterans who've suffered trauma during combat. According to the economic study, equine-assisted therapy operations support more than 6700 jobs and generate $311.7 million in annual revenues. If you would like more information about the equine therapy provision or other federal appropriations issues, please contact Bryan Brendle at bbrendle@horsecouncil.org.

REGISTRATION OPEN: AHC'S ANNUAL MEETING & NATIONAL ISSUES FORUM Registration is now open for the American Horse Council's (AHC) 2018 Annual Meeting and National Issues Forum. Registration information, along with a tentative schedule is available on the AHC Website here: http://www.horsecouncil.org/events/ahcannual-meeting-national-issues-forum-2/. The theme of the National Issues Forum will be “Let's Capitalize On It!” and will focus on ways the equine industry can learn and grow from both equine and outside industry segments as well as expanding technology beneficial to both humans and equines. “We are really looking forward to our LAWMAKERS BOOST FUNDS National Issues Forum this year,” said AHC FOR EQUINE-ASSISTED THERAPY President Julie Broadway. “We have some Buried in the text of the 2,232-page omnibus exciting and engaging speakers lined up to spending bill enacted in late March, Con- talk about a variety of issues such as public gress included a provision to increase funds perception of an industry, emerging tech©2018 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • MAY 2018 (26)

nologies that benefit our industry and our horses, how other sports segments grew their youth pipeline, and of course a deeper dive into the results of our 2017 Economic Impact Study.” The Forum will kick off Tuesday with speaker Luis Benitez, Director of the Colorado Outdoor Recreation Industry Office, where he will give an overview of his roles and responsibilities, as well as explain how other states could adopt a similar model. Following Mr. Benitez will be a panel titled “Survey Says” and will examine various data trends within the equine industry over the past several years. The morning will also include a youth engagement panel, “Building the pipeline of future horse enthusiasts,” and will feature representatives from the PGA “First Tee” program and the Outdoor Industry Association's “Outdoor Nation.” The afternoon session will start with Dan Ashe, President and CEO of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). AZA is a nonprofit association dedicated to the advancement of zoos and aquariums in the areas of conservation, animal welfare, education, science and recreation. Noted author and journalist Fran Jurga will also be speaking on emerging technologies in the equine industry. Also speaking will be Anne Poulson, Dr. Yuval Neria and Dr. Prudence Fisher from the Man 'o War Project and Columbia University Medical Center, presenting their methodology and findings from their clinical research to determine the effectiveness of EAAT on military veterans suffering from PTSD. Also included: panels of Congressional representatives, and equine aftercare, followed by round table discussion on topics of interests. New this year, vendors will be set up to provide live demonstrations of emerging technologies including health monitoring sensors for horses and virtual reality demonstrations. The AHC's Annual Meeting will take place Sunday, June 10th – Wednesday, June 13th. Sunday and Monday various committees of the AHC will meet. The Annual Meeting and National Issues Forum will take place on Tuesday and are open to both AHC members and non-members – we encourage anyone involved in the equine industry to attend to learn about new developments and how they can become involved! WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

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SCHNEIDER SADDLERY RETURNS TO SPONSOR CHAGRIN HUNTER JUMPER CLASSIC The Chagrin Hunter Jumper Classic (CHJC) is pleased to announce that its popular opening week show at the Cleveland Metroparks Polo Field, Thursday, July 5 to Monday, July 9 will be sponsored by Schneider Saddlery in tandem with Chagrin Valley Farms. Schneiders, which is celebrating its 70th anniversary in business, has been a sponsor of the Hunter Jumper Classic for more than 40 years. “Schneider Saddlery Opening Week Presented by Chagrin Valley Farms will be particularly special this year. Not only do we honor the rich heritage of the horse show, which started in 1949 as a fundraising event for the Chagrin Valley Trails and Riding Club, but Schneiders has been one of our longest running sponsors,” said CHJC Chairman Lori Proch. Schneider Saddlery became involved with the show in the 1970s. “I remember riding at the show as a junior and my Mom worked on the hospitality committee. When I was dating Stanley Schneider, the store was still located on Green Road and they wanted to get more involved in the hunter/jumper industry. I helped set up the Schneider vendor booth at the show in 1974,” said Karen Schneider who went on to co-chair the Chagrin Valley PHA Horse Show (aka CHJC) from 1996 to 2016. “Schneider Saddlery was founded in 1948 by Milt Schneider and is now a third generationrun operation consisting of equestrian retail, wholesale and e-commerce. Our headquarters and retail store is in Bainbridge, and we will celebrate our 70th anniversary with employees and customers during the horse show,” said Eric Schneider, President of Schneider Saddlery. “We are also pleased to involve Chagrin Valley Farms as a co-sponsor since the Schneider Family purchased the Bainbridge equestrian center in September 2017. The 85-acre equestrian center which is undergoing major renovation, is committed to dev-

eloping new horses and riders through riding lesson programs for all ages and abilities, summer camp programs and hosting shows for every level of competitor,” he added. The Chagrin Hunter Jumper Classic will get underway at the Cleveland Metroparks Polo Field in Moreland Hills on Thursday, July 5 with the unrated Schneider Saddlery Opening Week Presented by Chagrin Valley Farms. Classes for riders with disabilities will be held on Monday, July 9, and the rated horse show classes get underway on Tuesday, July 10. The $50,000 Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund Cleveland Grand Prix will be held on Sunday, July 15, celebrating the 53rd running of the first show jumping Grand Prix in North America. For more information, visit www. chagrinvalleyfarms.com

BRAND NEW EXCITING TRI-STATE UNICORN CHALLENGE Since 1977 The Michigan Great Lakes International Draft Horse Show and Pull (MGLI), an All-American Class A Show for draft horse breeds, has shown continuous growth and innovation while producing a very positive impact on Michigan's economy and its agriculture industry. MGLI emphasizes the importance of making a traditional trade an international experience. MGLI is the only event in the world to feature halter classes, hitching, plowing, pulling and riding for draft horse breeds and mules at the same time and location. During our exciting four day show, MGLI hosts 330 exhibitors with 1,200 draft horses from 30 states and 3 Canadian provinces. MGLI’s attendance tops 35,000 people, the 4th largest trade show in the Greater Lansing area, the 10th in MI. MGLI’s economic impact on the Greater Lansing area is approximately one million dollars per each annual event. The state's agriculture industry pumps $71.3 billion dollars into Michigan's economy each year, and 25% of Michigan's work force is employed in agribusiness, according to the MI Farm Bureau. Now, in cooperation with the Ohio and Indiana State Fairs, the MGLI is pleased to ©2018 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • MAY 2018 (27)

host the FINALS of this NEW series. The Tri-State Unicorn Challenge will have a minimum payout of $3000. You must have participated in your Ohio AND Indiana State Fair Breed Unicorn Classes, as well as your MGLI Breed Unicorn Class to ENTER. Michigan State University Pavilion for Agriculture and Livestock Education 4301 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI 48824 (517) 204-6730 | www.mgli.org Email: dmoodymgli@hotmail.com

MSU EXTENSION SPRING HORSE WORKSHOP May 21, 2018, 6:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m. MSU Tollgate Farm & Education Center, 28115 Meadowbrook Rd., Novi, MI 48377 This exceptional MSU Extension program includes outstanding presenters sharing the latest research trends, group discussions and skill-building activities in: Horse Health – How important are vaccinations with Dr. Judy Marteniuk, Forage/Pasture Management – Interpreting a hay analysis report with Mike Metzger/Forage Educator, Toxic Plant Identification and environmental considerations (manure management and more) with Tom Guthrie/Equine Educator. Pre-registration required. Contact Debbie Morgan, 4-H Program Coordinator, 248-347-3860, ext. 279 Email: morga194@anr.msu.edu

NATIONAL PARKS HIKE ENTRANCE FEES The National Park Service (NPS) announced a new entrance fee structure intended to raise money to repair the nation's aging park infrastructure, which includes a maintenance backlog of $11.6 billion. Although many parks will raise entrance fee prices beginning June 1, 2018, others will not become effective until January 1, 2020. The agency states that despite the modest increase in prices for park passes, more than two-thirds of the WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

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JULY 25-AUGUST 5, 2018 CONCERTS AT THE OHIO STATE FAIR Ohio State Fair officials are announcing seven paid concerts, as well as free events, that will be a part of the 2018 Ohio State Fair Concert Series. The Fair is excited to showcase a variety of entertainment, including comedy, R & B, classic rock, country and Christian. “Each year, we strive to offer a diverse lineup with acts from a variety of genres that will appeal to many Ohioans,” said General Manger Virgil Strickler. “One of the things we focus on every year when booking concerts is the value we can provide. In addition to keeping ticket prices low, each ticket purchased in advance includes free admission to the Fair. This gives music lovers the opportunity to arrive early and enjoy all the Fair has to offer, ending the day at a great show.” All concerts take place in the indoor, airconditioned WCOL Celeste Center. With four acts yet to be announced, the 2018 Ohio State Fair Concert Series is as follows: Reba McEntire Thurs., July 26, 2018, 7 pm, $55, $65 The Commodores Sat., July 28, 2018, 7 pm, $25 All-Ohio State Fair Band & Youth Choir* Sun., July 29, 2018, 1 pm, Free Casting Crowns Mon., July 30, 2018, 7 pm, $25 The Rat Pack is Back* Tues., July 31, 2018, 12:30 pm, Free KIDZ BOP LIVE 2018 Tues., July 31, 2018, 6:30 pm, $15 Brothers Osborne Wed., August 1, 2018, 7 pm, $25, $35 ©2018 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • MAY 2018

Jeff Dunham Thurs., August 2, 2018, 7 pm, $40 Styx & Cheap Trick Sat., August 4, 2018, 7 pm, $35, $45 Sale of Champions Livestock Auction* Sun., August 5, 2018, 2 pm, Free * Tickets are not required for these shows The following options are available to purchase tickets: Ticketmaster online – www.ticketmaster.com/OhioStateFair Ticketmaster by phone – 1-800-745-3000 Concert tickets purchased before arriving at the Fair include Fair admission. Unless otherwise noted, there is a limit of eight tickets per person, per show on the first day of sale. Please note that Ticketmaster no longer offers retail outlets. The concerts yet to be announced will occur on July 25, July 27, July 29 and August 3. The Ohio Expo Center is proud to host the Ohio State Fair. With big-name entertainment, educational activities, hundreds of exhibits and one of the largest junior livestock shows in the nation, the 2018 Ohio State Fair will run July 25 - August 5. For more information, visit ohiostatefair.com call 1-888-OHO-EXPO or 1-614-644-FAIR. SMOKEY BEAR AT THE OHIO STATE FAIR The Ohio State Fair is full of tradition. For many families, one notable tradition is to be greeted by name by the iconic Smokey Bear. Smokey Bear was brought into the wildfire prevention service in 1944 by the efforts of the U.S. Forest Service. Fifteen years after his debut, Smokey made his home here at the Ohio State Fair in 1959. Since then, the famous bear’s presence has become something children and adults look forward to each year. Aside from promoting fire prevention and safety practices, Smokey Bear is best known for greeting fair visitors by their first names when they visit him in the 8-acre Natural Resources Park located at the southeast corner of the grounds. He stands next to a pavilion full of interactive natural resources and recreation opportunities. The park includes entertainment programs throughout the day and educational exhibits that highlight subjects such as Ohio wildlife, a tall grass prairie and an 1800’s themed log cabin. (28)

In 2015, a 14-foot tall anima tronic version of Smokey Bear was unveiled. The original Smokey Bear, who spent 55 years teaching fire prevention to children and their families, will be transitioned into a well-deserved retirement. Smokey has interacted with and encouraged more than five decades of Fair visitors to take the pledge to “never, ever play with matches or leave any fire unattended,” during his time at the Ohio State Fair. Make it a point this year to visit the brand-new Smokey Bear any day of the Ohio State Fair. Smokey’s hours of operation are 11 am to 6 pm daily.

HELP THE UNWANTED HORSE COALITION PREVENT UNWANTED HORSES The mission of the American Horse Council Foundation's (AHCF) Unwanted Horse Coalition (UHC) is to reduce the number of unwanted horses and to improve their welfare through education and industry collaboration. Of course, one of the best ways to reduce the number of unwanted horses is to prevent unwanted breeding. One of the UHC’s most successful programs, Operation Gelding, began in August 2010. Operation Gelding provides guidance, materials, promotional, and financial support to groups that wish to host low or no-cost gelding clinics. The impetus for these clinics is that the castration of a stallion will help prevent over-breeding, in turn reducing the number of unwanted horses. Castration will also produce a calmer horse that is more ride-able, trainable, saleable, and adoptable, allowing him to be successful in several careers. In January 2018, a Voucher program was introduced within Operation Gelding to continue to encourage individual owners to continue to castrate their stallions but may not have the financial means to do so. To date, the UHC has aided in the castration of over 2,500 stallions through both clinics and the voucher program. We were only able to provide this financial support due to generous grants and donations received WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Saddle Up! Magazine News Briefs PREVENT UNWANTED HORSES, cont. from organizations like the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) Foundation, DeWitt Fund of the Community Foundation for Monterey County, National Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Assoc., and the Kentucky Horse Council. Moving forward, we are hoping that you will be able to join us in our mission to reduce the number of unwanted horses and consider donating to Operation Gelding to help us keep our incredible momentum going. Every day, the UHC receives applications for clinics and vouchers to help aid owners in the castration of their stallions. Ensuring unwanted breeding does not happen is a critical component of the UHC's mantra of “Own Responsibly.” If you have any questions about the UHC, Operation Gelding, or other programs that the UHC offers, please contact UHC Director Ashley Furst at afurst@horsecouncil.org or 202-846-1607. Donate today!

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USDF ANNOUNCES NEW CERTIFIED INSTRUCTORS United States Dressage Federation (USDF) is pleased to announce and congratulate Reese Koffler-Stanfield, Georgetown, KY, as its newest USDF FEI Level Certified Instructor. Reese joins a handful of instructors who are certified at the highest level of the sport. Congratulations also go out to the following instructors who were recently certified at Training – First Level: Emma Davern, Blue Point, NY; Alexandra Gainer, N. Canton, OH; Laura Ashley Killian, Loxahatchee, FL; Jessica Paine, Mayfield Heights, OH; Amanda Perkowski, Cream Ridge, NJ; and Hannah Walters, Snow Camp, NC. “It is our pleasure to recognize these accomplished individuals and we are proud to have them as representatives of the USDF Instru-

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IMPLICATIONS FOR YOUR HORSES Horses are individuals and respond to stress in a variety of ways. This study offers one approach toward helping your horse calm down and better respond to performance demands. But all horses, not just athletes, can benefit from a relaxed, stressfree environment. Increased amount of stall confinement, often seen with the onset of winter weather, can agitate many horses. Soft music, such as was used in this study (see endnote for more information), can be a useful tool in helping your horse cope with being indoors, as well as veterinary and farrier visits, travel, and other stressors. [i] Stachurska, A., Janczarek, I., Wilk, I., and Kedzierski, W., 2015. Does music influence emotional state in race horses? Journal of Equine Veterinary Science, 35(5), 650-656. [ii] Composed by Janet Marlow of Pet Acoustics, a specialist in music for animals. Her CD “Relaxation Music for Horses” can be purchased at Dr. Getty's Free Shipping Store – http://horsesupple ments.gettyequinenutrition.biz. Music for other species is available at Janet Marlow’s website, Pet Acoustics at: www.petacou stics.com. Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. is an independent equine nutritionist with a wide U.S. and international following. Her research-based approach optimizes equine health by aligning physiology and instincts with correct feeding and nutrition practices. Find more information at www.GettyEquineNutrition.com or reach Dr. Getty directly at gettyequinenutrition@gmail.com

Music Helps Horses Perform by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. Researchers from Poland [i] set out to determine the effect of music played in the barn on the emotional state of race horses. Many horse owners have found that music has an apparent calming effect on fear, aggression, and overall stress. Race horses, in particular, have demands of increased cardiac activity and speed that may be improved through music exposure. Forty 3-year-old Arabian horses were placed in a barn where they listened to specifically composed music [ii] for five hours each day. Their emotional state was assessed by measuring heart rates at rest, saddling, and warm-up walking. Racing performance and number of wins were also recorded. At the end of each month, for three months, data was compared to a control group of horses subjected to the same activity, without having listened to music. Results: The music positively impacted the emotional state and performance of treated horses, compared to the control group. What was so remarkable was that the effect was noticeable throughout every activity, even during the heightened excitement of being ridden at a gallop. Even more noteworthy was the positive influence the music had after the second and third months, improving with each subsequent month, exhibited by the number of races won. Beyond three months, however, the impact leveled off, presumably because the horses became accustomed to the music. ©2018 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • MAY 2018

ctor/Trainer Program,” stated USDF Education Dept. Manager Kathie Robertson. The USDF Instructor/Trainer Program is designed to set a standard of excellence in dressage training and instruction in the United States, and to educate dressage riders, instructors, and aspiring instructors. For more information on the USDF Instructor/ Trainer Program, to view a calendar of workshop or testing dates, or to obtain details on hosting a workshop or testing session, please visit the USDF website at www.usdf. org or contact the USDF education programs department at instructor via email at: certification@usdf.org. Founded in 1973, the United States Dressage Federation is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to education, recognition of achievement, and promotion of dressage. For more information about USDF membership or programs, visit www.usdf.org, email usdressage@usdf.org, call (859) 971-2277.

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LISA TERRY MEMORIAL HORSE SHOW In Your Memory Lisa, September 11, 2001 We Won’t Forget!

AQHA/MQHA Approved

Berrien Youth Fairgrounds, Berrien Springs, MI

Non Pro Sweepstakes Cla$$e$ $700!

July 13-15, 2018 Judges: Sid Griffith & Carolyn Johnson Russell

Longe Line Warm Up $100 Added!

PAY $110 UNLIMITED AQHA CLASSES! FRIDAY, JULY 13 – 9:30 A.M. 1. (150004) L1/Green Working Hunter & NSBA 2. (150000) Working Hunter All Ages & NSBA 3. (250002) L1 Amt Working Hunter & NSBA 4. (253002) L1 Amt Eq Over Fences & NSBA 5. (450002) L1 Youth Working Hunter & NSBA 6. (453002) L1 Youth Eq Over Fences & NSBA 7. (250000) Amateur Working Hunter & NSBA 8. (253000) Amateur Eq Over Fences & NSBA 9. (450000) Youth Working Hunter & NSBA 10. (453000) Youth Eq Over Fences & NSBA 11. Non Pro Hunter Hack Sweepstakes -$100 added 12. (151000) Hunter Hack & NSBA 13. (251002) L1 Amateur Hunter Hack & NSBA 14. (451002) L1 Youth Hunter Hack & NSBA 15. (251000) Amateur Hunter Hack & NSBA 16. (451000) Youth Hunter Hack & NSBA Reining not to start before 2:00 p.m. 17. (134000) Reining 18. (234002) L1 Novice Amateur Reining 19. (234000) Amateur Reining 20. (434000) Youth Reining (18 & Under) Ranch Riding not to start before 2:30 p.m. 21. (143000) Ranch Riding 22. (243000) Amateur Ranch Riding 23. (443000) Youth Ranch Riding Western Riding not to start before 3:00 p.m. 24. (136004) L1 Green Western Riding 25. (136000) Western Riding 26. (236002) L1 Nov Amateur Western Riding 27. (236800) Amateur Select Western Riding 28. (236000) Amateur Western Riding 29. (436002) L1 Nov Youth West Riding all age 30. (436000) Youth Western Riding SATURDAY, JULY 14 – 8:00 A.M. 31. (203100) Amateur Yearling Stallions 32. (203200) Amateur 2 YO Stallions 33. (203300) Amateur 3 YO Stallions 34. (203400) Amateur Aged Stallions 35. (273000) Amateur Performance Stallions Grand & Reserve Amateur Stallions 36. (103100) Yearling Stallions 37. (103200) 2 Year Old Stallions 38. (103300) 3 Year Old Stallions 39. (103400) Aged Stallions 40. (173000) Open Performance Stallions Grand & Reserve Stallions 41. (205400) Amateur Yearling Mares 42. (205500) Amateur 2 YO Mares 43. (205600) Amateur 3 YO Mares 44. (205700) Amateur Aged Mares 45. (275000) Amateur Performance Mares Grand & Reserve Amateur Mares 46. (405400) Youth Yearling Mares 47. (405500) Youth 2 YO Mares 48. (405600) Youth 3 YO Mares ©2018 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • MAY 2018

49. (405700) Youth Aged Mares 50. (475000) Youth Performance Mares Grand & Reserve Youth Mares 51. (105400) Yearling Mares 52. (105500) 2 Year Old Mares 53. (105600) 3 Year Old Mares 54. (105700) Aged Mares 55. (175000) Open Performance Mares Grand & Reserve Mares 56. (207400) Amateur Yearling Geldings 57. (207500) Amateur 2 YO Geldings 58. (207600) Amateur 3 YO Geldings 59. (207700) Amateur Aged Geldings 60. (277000) Amateur Performance Gelding Grand & Reserve Amateur Geldings 61. (407400) Youth Yearling Geldings 62. (407500) Youth 2 YO Geldings 63. (407600) Youth 3 YO Geldings 64. (407700) Youth Aged Geldings 65. (477000) Youth Performance Geldings Grand & Reserve Youth Geldings 66. (107400) Yearling Geldings 67. (107500) 2 Year Old Geldings 68. (107600) 3 Year Old Geldings 69. (107700) Aged Geldings 70. (177000) Open Performance Geldings Grand & Reserve Geldings 71. (900) MQHA Small Fry Halter 72. (901) Small Fry Showmanship 73. Non Pro Showmanship Sweepstakes $100 added 74. (212001) Rookie Am Showmanship 75. (212002) L1 Nov Amateur Showmanship 76. (212800) Amat Select Show & NSBA 77. (212000) Amateur Showmanship & NSBA 78. (412001) Rookie Yth Showmanship All Age 79. (412702) L1 Nov Youth Showmship 13 & u 80. (412802) L1 Nov Youth Showmship 14-18 81. (412000) Yth Showmnshp All Age & NSBA 82. Yearling Longe Line - $100 added 83. Non Pro HUS Sweepstakes - $100 added 84. (144004) L1 Green HUS and NSBA 85. (244001) Rookie Amateur HUS 86. (244002) L1 Novice Amateur HUS 87. (244800) Amateur Select HUS & NSBA 88. (244000) Amateur HUS and NSBA 89. (144100) Junior HUS and NSBA 90. (444001) Rookie Youth HUS 91. (444702) L1 Nov Youth HUS 13 & under 92. (444802) L1 Novice Youth HUS 14-18 93. (444000) Youth HUS All Age and NSBA 94. (144200) Senior HUS and NSBA 95. (905) Small Fry Hunter Under Saddle 96. (906) Small Fry Equitation 97. Non Pro Equitation Sweepstakes - $100 added 98. (252001) Rookie Amateur Equitation 99. (252002) L1 Novice Amateur Equitation

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100. (252800) Amateur Select Equitation & NSBA 101. (252000) Amateur Equitation & NSBA 102. (452001) Rookie Youth Equitation 103. (452702) L1 Nov Youth Equitation 13 & u 104. (452802) L1 Nov Youth Equitation 14 - 18 105. (452000) Youth Equitation All Age & NSBA SUNDAY, JULY 15 Trail course closes at 7:30 a.m. Classes begin at 8:00 am. 106. (138004) L1 Green Trail & NSBA 107. (138000) Open Trail & NSBA 108. (238002) L1 Novice Amateur Trail 109. (238800) Amateur Select Trail & NSBA 110. (238000) Amateur Trail & NSBA 111. (438702) L1 Novice Youth Trail 13 & U 112. (438802) L1 Novice Youth Trail 14-18 113. (438000) Youth Trail All Age & NSBA 114. (904) Small Fry Trail 115. Non Pro Western Pleasure Sweepstakes - $100 added 116. (142004) L1 Green Western Plsr & NSBA 117. (242001) Rookie Amateur WP 118. (242002) L1 Novice Amateur WP 119. (242800) Amateur Select WP & NSBA 120. (242000) Amateur Western Plsr & NSBA 121. (142100) Junior WP & NSBA 122. (442001) Rookie Youth WP All Age 123. (442702) L1 Novice Youth WP 13 & u 124. (442802) L1 Novice Youth WP 14-18 125. (442800) Youth WP All Age & NSBA 126. (142200) Senior WP & NSBA 127. (902) Small Fry Western Pleasure 128. (903) Small Fry Horsemanship 129. (910/911) MQ Lead Line/Int LL (8 & u 130. Non Pro Horsemanship Sweepstakes - $100 added 131. (240001) Rookie Amateur Horsemanship 132. (240002) L1 Nov Amateur Horsemanship 133. (240800) Amateur Select Hrsmsp & NSBA 134. (240000) Amateur Horsemanship & NSBA 135. (440001) Rookie Yth Horsemnship All Age 136. (440702) L1 Nov Yth Horsemanship 13 & u 137. (440802) L1 Nov Yth Horsemanship 14 -18 138. (440800) Yth Horsemanship All Age & NSBA

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AQHA/MQHA Approved

Berrien Youth Fairgrounds, Berrien Springs, MI

Non Pro Sweepstakes Cla$$e$ $700!

July 13-15, 2018 Judges: Sid Griffith & Carolyn Johnson Russell

Longe Line Warm Up $100 Added!

PAY $110 UNLIMITED AQHA CLASSES! MQHA SMALL FRY • Exhibitors 12 & under as of January 1st • All classes walk /trot only • A properly fitted ASTM/SEI approved helmet for all Small Fry exhibitors is required in all riding events STALLS • $75 if paid by June 29th • $85 after June 29th • No reservations without payment • Cancellation with refund until June 29th • Stall priority given based on payment date • Trailer in with no stall $15/day per horse. Must park in designated area.

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CAMPING • $90 prepaid. $100 if paid at the show • Campground has electric, water, and dump station. MOVE IN • After 10 a.m. on Thursday, July 12. • No arrivals prior to Thursday can be allowed. • Negative Coggins (within 12 months) required PAYMENT Make checks payable to Kris Woroniecki or use Mail to: Kris Woroniecki 11630 – 14 Mile Road NE, Rockford, MI 49341 NSF check fee - $35. Contact 616-260-3882 Questions can be directed to: Email: LisaTerryMemorial@gmail.com

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HIGH POINT, continued • Exhibitors must show in at least three events to be eligible. (i.e. Western Pleasure, Showmanship, and HUS) • Green Classes do not count towards the Open High Point

$10

NSBA Blanket Fee/Judge

$40

Lead Line

Free

Office charge

AQHA Drug Testing /Processing

VENUE ADDRESS

MQHA Small Fry Classes

Berrien County Youth Fairgrounds

MQHA Small Fry Blanket Fee

$25

9122 U.S. Highway 31 Berrien Springs, MI 49103

ONE TIME FEES • Class Fee Blanket - pay $110 for unlimited Other fees still apply. • Trail or Fence Fee

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AWARDS • $6 to first place, except small fry • Small fry – 1st place awards • Ribbons for 1st through 6th place • High Point and Reserve High Point • There will be no circuit awards for this show, but points earned at Lisa Terry Memorial – Berrien Springs will be counted toward circuit awards given at Lisa Terry Memorial – Ludington, August 24-26.

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Canine or Wolf Teeth? By Eleanor Blazer, www.horsecoursesonline.com During a conversation with a new horse owner she casually mentioned that her trainer had recommended she have the canine teeth removed from her mare. After asking a few questions, I figured out either the trainer or she had the canine teeth confused with wolf teeth. This is a common mix-up. Horses basically have two types of teeth – incisors and molars. The incisors are across the front. Mature horses will have six on the bottom and six on the top, for a total of 12. The incisors are used for nipping off blades of grass during grazing. Molars are located behind the inter-dental space. Adult horses have four pre-molars and three molars – top and bottom, on each side, for a total of 28. Molars are used for chewing and grinding the feed. Wolf teeth are pre-molars with short roots. They are the first set of teeth just past the inter-dental space. Wolf teeth are present in both males and females, and generally develop during the first six to twelve months of age. All four wolf teeth may erupt, only one, several or none at all. The teeth that do not break above the gum line are called “blind.” Wolf teeth do not continue to erupt throughout the horse's lifetime like the other molars do. Wolf teeth have nerves and a sensitive periodontal ligament that helps hold them in place, and they can cause problems. During training or if the horse tosses his head, the bit may come in contact with the sensitive tooth resulting in an undesirable reaction – another head toss, another clang against the wolf tooth and another head toss. Even the blind wolf tooth can be sensitive causing the horse to react when the bit makes contact with the area. Wolf teeth can also erupt in different locations. Instead of being right next to the adjacent pre-molar, the wolf tooth may be closer to the inter-dental space where the bit will be placed. Frequently this misplaced wolf tooth is blind and hard to detect, but very sensitive. Wolf teeth should be removed as early as possible, generally when the horse is a yearling and before starting training. At this time the tooth has not matured and fused to the surrounding bone. Consult a qualified equine dentist or veterinarian as wolf teeth contain nerves, blood vessels and the strong ligament which will need to be detached. The horse will require mild sedation. Do not allow anyone to use a hammer and chisel to knock the wolf tooth out. This is very painful to the horse. Part of the root may be left behind and nerves exposed, leading to more problems. Between the age of four and six years, another set of teeth will appear in male horses. This set is neither incisors nor molars, but are canine teeth or “tushes.” Canine teeth will be located behind the third incisors, in front of the inter-dental space. A gap will separate the third incisor from the canine tooth. Some mares may develop canines; generally, they will be small buds. Canine teeth do not serve a purpose, but can be used for fighting. The removal of canine teeth is not recommended. The roots are very deep and removal would be considered major surgery. If the horse is using the canine teeth for aggression, veterinarians recommend the teeth be trimmed and buffed. Care must be taken that not too much is trimmed as the pulp can be exposed. This also leaves the teeth viable in case they need to be used as an anchor during a jaw fracture repair. ©2018 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • MAY 2018

Canine teeth should not interfere with the bit. If the bit is hanging low enough to clang against the canine teeth, the bridle is not adjusted correctly. Handlers must pay attention when removing the bridle – slowly lower the headstall which will allow the horse to work the bit over the canines, so it will gently drop out of the mouth. Canine teeth can be very painful when they are erupting or coming in. Trainers and riders of young horses should be aware of the changes going on within the mouth during this time. Just be patient while the canine teeth are erupting, once they are in, the sensitivity will diminish. A tip on how to remember the difference between a canine and wolf tooth: “canine” starts with a “c”, as does “colt” and “corner.” The canine tooth is primarily found in male horses and located in the corners of the mouth; wolf teeth can be found in both sexes and are farther back. Earn a Bachelor of Science degree in equine studies or certification as a Professional Horse Trainer or Riding Instructor. Start your new career as a riding instructor, horse trainer, or stable manager. All courses are online. Visit www.horsecoursesonline.com for information.

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Where the Wild Things Are By Robert Eversole, www.TrailMeister.com Last August in Idaho, a woman was attacked by a bear. For weeks afterward, local newspapers printed page upon page about the encounter, warning their readers that dangerous animals were prowling the countryside. What if you were planning a ride or a horse camping trip when you read about this attack? Would you stay home, take extra precautions, or venture elsewhere? The great counterweight to the lure of the outdoors is the fear of the unknown. What if the weather turns for the worse? What if my horse acts up? What if I become lunch for a grizzly? Here's the hard truth. Most people spend entirely too much time and energy worrying about menacing – but low-chance threats like bears, cougars, and wolves, and not nearly enough thought concerning themselves with the dull and common dangers like bees, blisters, and hypothermia. To confirm this theory, take a quick test. How many times have you been mauled by a bear or a mountain lion? Now compare that figure with the number of times you've forgotten a piece of tack, dealt with an unruly horse, or encountered bees on a ride. One reason that riders and campers worry about the wrong things is largely the fault of the media, and writers like me. Adding the phrase “When Grizzlies Attack!” to a title sells more copies, even if your chance of having a stand-off with a bear is much less than that of having a winning lotto ticket magically appear in your saddlebags. I'm not suggesting that you ignore potential threats like bears, wolves, and cats, but to drop them a few rungs down the worry list. Obviously, if you're riding or camping in an active bear area, take sensible precautions like making noise, bear-bagging your food, and avoiding huckleberry thickets. But don't fixate so much on these critters that you spook at every rustle of the leaves, or even worse, fail to enjoy the ride and the trip. It all comes back to the most important outdoor skill anyone can practice: common sense. Ignoring the hysteria can be hard to do and less than exciting. On rides with my wife, I've been guilty of pointing into the forest and reminding her that there are undoubtedly creatures watching us as they sulk in the darkness. For some reason, Celeste doesn't seem to appreciate my wickedly keen sense of observation. Here are a few words to the wise. Firstly, don't alarm your wife, husband, riding partner, or others with tall tales of the abundance of apex predators. Secondly, prioritize your outdoor concerns. Pay More Attention to These… Ensure that you and your animals are in shape and condition for trail riding. 610,000 people die each year from heart disease. When I get off and walk, it's because I need some exercise, not because I'm having a moment. Desensitize your horse to situations you may encounter on the trail; such as hikers and bicycles, in a safe environment, like an arena. Wear a helmet. Using data from the National Trauma Data Bank between 2003 and 2012, researchers found that equestrian sports contributed to the highest percentage of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) for adults. Keep bugs away by applying a DEET-based insect repellant. According to the World Health Organization, in 2016 there were 94 deaths from the mosquito-borne West Nile Virus. And over 600,000 ©2018 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • MAY 2018

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BRIGHTON TRAIL RIDERS ASSOCIATION For once, we'd like to start off this column without commenting on the weather, but there's no escaping the fact that the spring of 2018 has not been kind to us. With few exceptions, there has been little relief from cold temperatures and late snowfalls. Come on, Ma Nature, we long for warm temperatures, blue skies, and dry trails. The calendar tells us that February is long gone so it's time for you to cooperate! The unseasonable (rotten) weather took its toll on the BTRA Spring Work Bee, scheduled for April 14th. This was to be held in conjunction with the work bee put on by our friends and neighbors, the Pinckney Trail Riders, on April 15th. As we have mentioned many times in the past, we co-host several events throughout the year and many of our folks belong to both organizations. We scheduled both events on the same weekend with the intention of getting joint participation from both our memberships. Good idea. Bad weather: rain and freezing temps on both days. Result: Events cancelled. However, we did get some work accomplished before that weekend. A few of our members got out on the trails with mechanized equipment (tractors and chainsaws) on their own and cleared some fallen trees and limbs, so all the trails will be passable when folks start riding. In the staging area, a huge pile of leaves had collected under our pavilion. One of our members spent quite a few hours on the two days (tolerable weather) before April 14th disposing of that pile. He even got some help from two ladies who had come to the staging area to ride, and they pitched in. They had not been members of our organization but after learning what we do for the equestrian facilities at Brighton, they both joined up on the spot. What a bonus! With regard to the weather, we cross our fingers for some upcoming events, including the annual meeting set for May 19th. In the meantime, we'll keep our horses warm and dry, and work on our tack. For updates on developments at Brighton, visit our website: www.brightontrailriders.net or see what's

FORT CUSTER HORSE FRIENDS ASSOCIATION Hello Trail Riders! We invite all of you to come and ride our trails this Spring! The 20+ miles of trails include 6 creek crossings and a variety of lakes, woods and prairie grasses. Please go to our website at www.fchfa.org to print out the 2018 calendar of events and plan on coming to a work day or just a ride/potluck to meet with old and new friends. These ride/potlucks are days where riders just go out and ride their own ride (or hook up with a new trail buddy) and then return to the pavilion for a potluck lunch. Lots of riders go out again and ride another trail to make an enjoyable day at the Park! It's a wonderful way to get to know our club and what we do for the Park and our horse trails. The Annual Spring Equestrian Camp Out will be May 17th-20th this year at the Whitford Lake Event Area. This is the lovely spot where we have held our camp outs for the last few years. It is a grassy area with picket poles, water for the horses, manure removal, rustic bathrooms and community fire pit. We supply pancake and sausage breakfast Sat. and Sun. mornings and a pulled pork sandwich potluck Sat. supper. All of this is only $45 for 4 days for members or $60 for non-members. There will be NO reservations for sites this year, first come basis, but you are welcome to pay early if you so wish. Call Nancy Simmonds at 269967-3613 for reservations or information. This is a fun event that always draws a lot of campers! Don't miss out!! The Annual Fall Equestrian Camp Out will be September 13th-16th this year. The details are the same as the Spring event with the same fees. These are fundraisers and the monies made go directly back into the Park/trail improvements. The success of this event helps FCHFA to continue to make our Park a riding destination! A note of an upcoming event of the bike club on May 7th: Avoid riding in the Park that day as there will be hundreds of bikers attending their race day. Come to any or all of the upcoming work days ©2018 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • MAY 2018 (36)

or events on the calendar. We are proud to have the most volunteer hours of any equine group in Michigan! Do your part and come support your trails! Join our growing membership for $20 or $25. It all goes back to the trail improvements! Memberships MATTER!! See you on the trails! Toni Strong, FCHFA Secretary

HIGHLAND TRAIL RIDERS ASSOCIATION HTRA Equine Only Campout May 18-20. HTRA is ramping up for another fun filled weekend at our annual Equine only camp out/ Poker Ride weekend. We are already booked for camping, but we encourage you to come out for the day and join in the festivities including a poker ride with prizes, 50-50 raffle, lunch & potluck dinner on Saturday. Poker Ride will be from 10:00 AM-4:00 PM at $5.00 per hand with prizes awarded for the best poker hands. Collect your ribbons or just pick your cards. Drawing & Prizes will start at 4:15. HTRA will provide lunch (hot dog, chips, pop or water) from 11:30-1:30 PM & potluck dinner (please bring a dish to pass) providing the meat, pop & water at 5:30 PM for a $5.00 per person donation. We are excited to announce that equine campers will have exclusive use of the campground in 2018 from April 20-May 21 & Sept. 5-30. This arrangement is the result of filling the campground over the past few years during our organized camping events. We need to show usage or be in danger of losing these dates. Please spread the word to all your equine friends and camp as often as possible. We will keep our website and Facebook page updated with the latest event Information at www.highlandtrailriders.com.

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Horse Association & Trail Riders News MiCMO MICHIGAN COMPETITIVE MOUNTED ORIENTEERING What a great time of the year to experience something new with your horse and meet some great people. Michigan Competitive Mounted Orienteering is a fun sport for every age and riding discipline. If you and your horse enjoy being out on the trails but still have a competitive nature, then please join us for some rides this year. There is no experience necessary and you can trailer in for one day or camp for the weekend at any ride. Every ride manager must set up a practice station in the campground to show people how to find the plates on foot and then you are ready to head out on your horse. The courses are set up on the existing trail system and contain ten plates each. As a competitor you can chose the long course, which is all ten plates, or the short course which is only five of the plates. The goal is to find the most plates in the shortest time. The only tools that are required, outside of the regular tack, is a compass, something to write with, and perseverance. You will be given a map of the trail system at the starting line. On this map there will be ten circles. Within each of the circles out on the trail, there are two clues. Upon finding the correct clues you will take a compass reading from each one and where the two readings cross in the woods you should find a plate. You can either go into the woods on horseback or foot. You may work as an individual or as a team of six or fewer. In order to prove that you found the correct plate each team writes down the letters or numbers written on the plate. The teams that find the most plates in the shortest amount of time will win for the day. Many teams are not worried about the speed of the event and only wish to find all of the Our Horse Association News section is plates. There are many awards from MiCMO free for Michigan & Ohio associations. and NACMO for plates earned. Horses even Join us monthly, or bi-monthly, gather points throughout their lifetime and it’s your choice! earn awards. This is a family-friendly activity that helps everyone work together and have a Email: saddleupmag@gmail.com great time. Check calendars at saddleup Deadline: 15th of the month mag.com, nacmo.org or Facebook page. We Word Limit: 600 (Word.doc please) hope to see you on the trails! Janet ©2018 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • MAY 2018 (37) IONIA HORSE TRAILS ASSOCIATION Your board of directors of Ionia Horse Trails Association met on Tuesday, April 10th at the park headquarters. Our summer plans are taking shape! Memberships are rolling in! If you haven't renew yet, please watch your email, or log on to our website to download the form. Membership Contest – if you were a member in 2017, first RENEW! then encourage your friends to JOIN! They should write your name in the margin of their form. We will have a drawing on July 14, after the Forbidden Trails Ride. The winner gets a gift certificate for two nights camping at Ionia! Visit www.Ionia HorseTrailsAssociation.org Memorial Weekend – We'll have Trail Scrabble and 50/50 on Saturday afternoon followed by a Potluck Dinner, a Poker Ride, and 50/50 on Sunday. We'll supply hot dogs and brats, you bring a dish to pass! Come meet the folks who work so hard to keep your trails and campground in nice shape and bring you these fun events! Kristie Walls and Jennifer Ross will be your hosts! Forbidden Trails Ride – The date has been set. We Ride on Saturday, July 14! Come camp with us all weekend, enjoy new games on the trail. If you register early, you'll receive a commemorative t-shirt the day of the ride. Flyers and registration forms are on the website. Your Hosts: Ron & Carla Walker! Chili Cookoff Weekend – October 5-7, with the cookoff on the 6th. Come join us for a weekend of great riding, beautiful color, and even better food! Upcoming meetings are Tuesdays, May 15 and June 12. Hope we see you there!

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MICHIGAN FOX TROTTERS ASSOCIATION We have a lot of interesting activities planned for this year so far! We have an Obstacle Clinic set up for July, an ongoing Versatility program and a National Trail Ride in August. We are accepting reservations for the Obstacle Training Clinic July 21 and 22 at Morning View Farms, 3075 Turkey Trail, Ionia, MI with clinician Susan Williams. She is an awesome instructor who will work with you to successfully experience all of the different obstacles that she will create. There will be two sessions per day. The morning session will be for 8 beginners and the afternoon one for 8 advanced horses, so 16 horses total. You can even bring your young horse or pony who has not been ridden yet. The cost is $160 for MFTA members and $175 for non-members which includes instruction, rustic camping, a stall, 1 bag of shavings and an evening trail ride. Auditing is $10 for one day or $15 for two days if you are an MFTA member and $15 for one day, $20 for two days for nonmembers. For more information call Char Ostrom @ 517-983-3550 or Marilyn Mannino @ 517-862-6676. You can print off the reservation form from www.michiganfox trotters.com. All breeds are invited. Spots are beginning to fill so don't delay in sending in your reservation! MFTA has been accepting entrants for the Versatility Challenge. This program is designed to show how versatile our Fox Trotters can be while earning points along the way. The $20 entry fee will be used to help cover the cost for prizes. We currently have 5 members signed up for it. We added a new category for young horses not under saddle yet. The activities for this group will include bathing, standing for the farrier, ponying and more. There are several options for prizes including embroidery on shirts, an MFTA embroidered jacket, belt buckle and patches. To sign up for the Versatility Challenge call Kathy Kruch @ 989-390-1838. Print off the Versatility Program form from our website or FB page and send it in to get started. The rules are listed on both social media sites as well. WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Horse Association & Trail Riders News MICHIGAN FOX TROTTERS ASSOC., cont. The National Trail Ride will be in August this year with the MTRA again. It will be at Sheck's campground on Brown Ridge Road,Traverse City, MI August 11th and 12th. There will be circle riding with the option to take the full ride to Goose Creek in Frederic the following week. For more information contact Kathy Kruch @ 989-390-1838. There are lots of other fun activities close by Traverse City such as river rafting, wineries and breweries, a beach, helicopter tours, bowling, etc., if you want to do something besides ride. A number of our members have horses for sale! Go to our website and FB page to see the beautiful Fox Trotters available. New members of all ages are always welcome. There are current members all over this state and in other states, too. Come be part of this fox-trotting, fun-loving group! We are an educational organization that promotes the breeding, training, and enjoyment of Fox Trotters in Michigan. We invite you to contact us if you wish to learn more!

M H DVA MICHIGAN HORSE DRAWN VEHICLE ASSOCIATION In 1981, Mr. & Mrs. Ralph Jarvis of Fenton, Michigan founded a nonprofit organization for people who enjoyed driving horses. This was the beginning of the Michigan Horse Drawn Vehicle Association (mhdva.org). The club has its' annual Blue-Ribbon Show scheduled for June 8, 9, and 10 at the Rattlewood Farm in Oxford, MI. The show will feature a Driving Derby on Friday evening. A Driving Derby consists of up to 10 sets of cones with two obstacles. The drivers must drive as numbered the cones and obstacles. They are timed while doing this. They are penalized if they hit cones. They are eliminated if they drive out of order. The show on Saturday will be the traditional driving pleasure show with dressage, and rail classes including Super Reinsmanship all judged by Terry Pickett. Sunday will be some fun cones classes and a “drivers helping drivers” type clinic. Melissa Boyd will be the TD for the weekend event. ©2018 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • MAY 2018

The by-laws for MHDVA states, in part, that it shall be the purpose of the association to aim for the preservation and maintenance of carriages; carriage literature and related items; the exchange of information regarding horse-drawn vehicles and the development of the driving horse; to serve as an accurate and technical source of information for the benefit of its members and the general public; to encourage the use of carriages and other animal-drawn vehicles for the promo-tion of public interest in their contributions to our cultural, social and economic history; and promote knowledge of, and safety in, horse related activities. Today, MHDVA's annual membership averages about 60 families that live in all parts of Michigan, as well as other States and Canada! The club is open to all breeds of horses and ponies and welcomes any type of horse-drawn vehicle. Our member experiences range from novice to the very elite. For example, we have members that don't own a horse nor vehicle, but take advantage of the shared knowledge, while the professional members in our club include: national circuit trainers and show people, show judges, carriage restorers, harness makers, farrier's, and veterinarians. Some even belong to more than just one driving organization. No matter what your experiences, the club offers a lot for everyone. Club sponsored activities include: events, clinics, shows, fun drives, educational materials, and meeting …enjoy it all. Please plan on coming to the show to participate, volunteer or spectate!!! Contact Judi Campbell, Phone: 517-575-5547, Email: campb234@msu.edu for more information or a prize list!! Our first driving activity for 2018 will be a recreational drive at Windrush Farm in Metamora, MI on May 12 and 13. Frank and Barb Chapman are hosting this drive at their beautiful farm, home of the Metamora CDE. There are horse friendly, tree covered roads, as well as paths through the woods. Hope to see you there! Please check our website for more information and activities! www.mhdva.org Sincerely, Dorothy Childs, President. (517-763-3729 Email: pchilds_2004@yahoo.com) (38)

MICHIGAN TRAIL RIDERS ASSOCIATION The annual meeting this year was at Evergreen Resort in Cadillac. Dinner preceded election of officers. The evening included dancing and reconnecting with friends. The board of directors meeting convened the next morning. President Al Davis, vice presidents Chuck Fanslow and Jeff Balzer were appointed by the board of directors, date and site for spring workbee was confirmed. May 4, 5, and 6 with base camp of South Branch Trail Camp for stump grinding, setting new picket poles, and general camp and trail maintenance. Work will also be done at River Road trail camp for trimming and chipping. The 2018 Ride Schedule includes: May 17-21 for the Blossom Ride. New for this ride, we will be staying in Luzerne Trail Camp for the entire ride. Our members requested this ride for the great circle riding and opportunity for bonfires, singing and reconnecting with friends. May 31-June 10 is the first June Ride which is a trophy ride. It begins in Oscoda and ends in Empire. This is a 10-day ride with no layover rides. June 15-30 is the 2nd June Ride which is a trophy ride. It begins at Garey Lake and ends Oscoda and includes 4 layover days. A great ride for families. August 11-19 is the Family Ride and includes many activities for kids, though adults have as much fun. It begins at Scheck's Trail Camp and concludes at Goose Creek Trail Camp there are 4 layover days. September 7-30 is the Kriss Cross ride starting in Mackinaw to Cadillac, then Empire to Oscoda. Completing the whole ride is a 2trophy ride. There are no layover days. Option is to do one crossing for a trophy. October 6-14 is the Color Ride and begins in Goose Creek Trail Camp and ends at Hopkins Creek Trail Camp. This ride includes 4 layover days and is a favorite for many, as the colors are wonderful. Come and join us on all or part of a ride. Youth under 18 ride for free for all rides. For the August ride, a parent also rides for free. Go to www.mtra.org for more details. Hope to see you on the trails!!! WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

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ORTONVILLE RECREATION EQUESTRIAN ASSOCIATION May is a busy month at the Ortonville Recreation Equestrian Area. Let the season begin! May 19th and 20th is the Competitive Mounted Orienteering event put on by MiCMO. What a lot of fun can be had riding in what is essentially a scavenger hunt with clues and compass readings to help you find each station. Ride at your own pace and enjoy the challenge. Assistance with compass skills and map interpretation is available. Memorial weekend, ride the “No Joker Poker Ride” on Saturday the 27th and spend the night in the campground with an OREA host. Find more information as the date approaches at hadleyhills.com. In June, we'll have a Horseshoe Hunt and hosted camp-out on the 23rd. Ride again on the 24th and help us find 'lost' shoes. OREA is a 501c3 and welcomes all interested persons. Membership directly supports our work at the park. Applications can be printed from hadleyhills.com or mailed to you upon request. Find us on Facebook at OREA – Ortonville Recreation Equestrian Area. Questions? Looking to ride with someone? Call or text me or leave a note on our website's Contact tab. Happy trails! Karen DeOrnellas, OREA President 913-660-8012

join us for the show for $10 per person. YES, WE ARE HAVING A CAMPING WEEKEND AT OUR STAGING AREA FRIDAY AND SATURDAY NIGHTS! We have 15 sites available. If you want to camp that weekend, get your reservations in early (no refunds). Call 734-878-2975 to reserve a site and get instructions for mailing your payment. $40 for the weekend includes the comedy show and Blessing! Sorry, single night camping is not available. Hitching poles will be available, vault toilet and hand pump in staging area. Central fire pit for visiting, roasting marshmallows and kibitzing. After the Blessing, you can RIDE TO HELL for a beer and burger at the Hell Hole Diner or Hell Saloon. And don't forget to save room for Ice Cream at Screams!! A potluck dinner Saturday will start at 5:30pm with PTRA providing the meat, soft drinks and the water. We're planning a jam-packed weekend, so check our website: pinckneytrailriders.com for updated information.

PONTIAC LAKE HORSEMAN'S ASSOCIATION The rustic equestrian campground is open at the Pontiac Lake Recreation Area! Come out and enjoy our beautiful park, the incredible trails, and the fabulous facilities! The official PLHA weekend events are June 8th, 9th & 10th and September 14th, 15th & 16th. Both events are by reservation and are currently full. Please feel free to contact Susie Sulla at US5495@frontier.com to get on the waiting list. Please note that you must always request to get on the waiting list to get a spot should one open up. We always invite you to join us for the full day of activities PINCKNEY TRAIL RIDERS ASSOCIATION The Annual Blessing of the Horse and Rider and have plenty of parking for day users. For more information visit www.PLHA.info or will be held at 10 am on Saturday, May 5th. contact us at plhanews@gmail.com. Come with or without your horse, there will Thank you for your support! be a $10 fee for non-campers, non-members to attend and a $5 for non-camping members. We look forward to seeing you! Comedian Chris Young is scheduled to appear Pontiac Lake Horseman's Association Saturday evening at 7pm for the enjoyment of P.O. Box 798 our campers. Non-campers are welcome to Highland, MI 48357 ©2018 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • MAY 2018 (39)

PROUD LAKE TRAIL RIDERS ASSOCIATION Hello Everyone! Spring is finally here and we are very excited for our upcoming events. Mark your calendars for the rest of our 2018 schedule! Our first riding events will be Sunday, June 3rd and we will be camping all weekend. We are excited to try out this new idea for a ride with everyone. It is going to be a progressive eat and ride! Each “station” will have part of a meal for you...you just have to ride the trails to get there! What could be more fun…food and riding. Camping will start Friday evening, June 1st and will be full of pancakes, movies, campfires and lots of riding. Our second event will be Sunday, September 23rd with camping all weekend. This ride will be our Circle Ride where you will ride from either Proud Lake staging area or Kensington staging area and ride the circle that connects them both. Lunch will be served at both places. Camping will be at Proud Lake starting Friday, September 21st. Camping is always full of pancakes, movies, campfires and lots of riding. All of our events are open to everyone. You do not need to be a member of our group (although we would love for you to be!). We have people that come out without horses just to hang out and socialize. Everyone is welcome and we look forward to meeting up with our old friends and making new ones. If you would like to be added to our email list to be reminded of upcoming events, please email Nancy Efrusy at efrusy@yahoo.com. Nancy Efrusy Proud Lake Trail Riders

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SLEEPY HOLLOW TRAIL RIDERS ASSOCIATION When you visit Sleepy Hollow's Horseman's staging area, please notice the improved path to the well, bench and a new sign-in log box! Connor Brown chose these improve-ments for his Eagle Scout project. Please take the time to record your visitor info. The DNR and SHTRA will be able to use your suggestions and gather feedback from all multi users to this area. Thanks Connor, looks great! April 7 was SHTRA's first work bee and we had twenty volunteers. SHTRA would like to thank all who came and donated their time and efforts. Low trail areas were filled, brush trimmed, and cleaning the staging area was accomplished. Scott McCullough, Dave Kline, Rosie Johnson, Don Brown and Russ Pennington brought equipment – tractors, dump wagons and ATVs, that made the day's work possible. Chanda Donnan, Ryan McCullough, Joyce and Randy Malzahn raked gravel. Rainelle and Greg Matte kept the fire burning for all the staging area leaves that Kathy Briggerman, Sue Chant, and I found. Karen Pennington, Jane Hill, Val Lau and Marsha Korroch trimmed miles of trail. A great lunch of hot soup and sandwiches was served, thanks to all who donated food. Due to terrible rainy, icy weather, our annual Rotten Egg Hunt was cancelled April 14. A makeup date will be announced. This is for the young at heart on foot in the staging area. Our first Campover weekend will be May 25May 28 for Memorial Weekend. There will be a Saturday night potluck and one fun ride. Register at the Horseman's Staging area @ $15.00 a night. Host Marsha Korroch is looking forward to seeing you. July 20-22 will be a Lazy Daze campover weekend. On August 31-Sept. 3, a long weekend for Labor Day. MHDVA will be joining SHTRA for a “ride or drive” weekend. Saturday Potluck and Sunday will be Root Beer Floats. Sunday, Sept. 30 is the 15th Kris Kulhanik Memorial Judged Trail Ride hosted by the Rangers 4-H Club. This is a 10-obstacle fun horsemanship event w/cash back, lunch but no camping.

Come and have fall fun at the 2nd Explore the Hollow Special Trails weekend October 1921. We'll have special access trails, a unique poker ride, potluck and group campfire. Did you know that Sleepy Hollow has been ranked in the top ten for most beautiful campgrounds in Michigan? Want to horse camp when there is no special event scheduled at Sleepy? Don't have an LQ trailer? Try renting either the modern cabin or rustic cabin for a “get away & go riding” weekend, go to www.midnrreservations.com or call 1-80044-parks. It's easy and fun to rent a SHSP camp w/pickett poles overlooking the lake. If you want to bring your dogs along to the rental cabin, it is now allowed for a $10.00 fee. Also new for 2018, SHSP offers 5 walk-in rustic lake sites and an equestrian site is in the works! Don't miss out on our unique special camping events being planned for group fun. Check out our website for membership forms that can be easily downloaded. That's shtra.org or chat with us on our groups Facebook page. When the trails are really muddy this spring, please stay on the old road trail – the main part of the south loop, if you chose to ride at Sleepy. That's the staging area to G-H -- then all the way to L or about the Island. Happy Trails, Marsha Putnam

UP MTRA The biggest news up here for May 2018 is the severe weather that has increased the snow load to a point where we are changing our start date for the Pony Express Trail Ride, pushing it back for one week. This means it will start on May 19. We are noting that even snowmobile trails may be impassable with packed snow. There will, however, be decent back roads to use and the plan has always included these roads. Starting at St. Ignace on the 19th, the first night will be spent at Brevort Lake, Black Point Camp. I have rented a cabin there, so we can meet and discuss the potential next few days. The next few days will be spent riding and using dispersed campsites, until ©2018 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • MAY 2018 (40)

we can reach Soldier Lake East, or Hulbert, on or about May 23 & 24. The crew from Sault Ste. Marie (Soo) already has a plan for dispersed camping at Brimley, Raco, Soldier Lake East and Hulbert. They will meet us at Hulbert as well. The next few days will get us from Hulbert to Newberry area, dispersed camping near Canada Lakes Recreation Area, around May 27 & 28. We will be using Facebook site, UP MTRA@UPHorsefolk, to post our daily progress. Anyone is invited to join us wherever they can and ride along for a day or more. We will camp there for as many days as is necessary to fuel up, get groceries, fill up our water reservoirs, etc. Further updates will be in place by June. Stay tuned. Any questions?? Contact us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/UPHorsefolk/

WESTERN DRESSAGE ASSOCIATION OF MICHIGAN Spring! Please check the Western Dressage Association of Michigan (www.wdami.org) website for all the upcoming events that involve Western Dressage! Schooling Shows and clinics are all listed on the event page on the website. In addition, the Facebook page also highlights events. If you know of events taking place that are not listed on our site and FB page, please let us know by contacting us at infowdami@gmail.com. We are seeking sponsors for our WDAMI Schooling Show being held August 4, 2018 at the Pine Lake Stables in Plainwell, Michigan. Please consider sponsoring a class or classes for our WD riders. Sponsorship forms can be found at the website: http://www.wdami. org/events/. We are also seeking donations for bridle number prizes. If you are interested in donating, please contact Gail Anderson, gail_anderson@comcast.net or 810-2292694. Thank you in advance for your support of Western Dressage and our competitors! On September 16, 2018 we are co-hosting a Schooling Show with Woodbine Farms in Chelsea, MI. Sari Clapperton, owner, will be hosting many schooling shows throughout the season and each show will be hosting WD classes. Please support the shows by WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Horse Association & Trail Riders News WDAMI, cont. participating in all the fun and challenge of showing. The show we are co-hosting is being held late in the season, so you and your horse should be in great shape to show all you have learned throughout 2018. As a member of WDAMI and WDAA, you are eligible to compete for WDAMI Year End Awards. Please review the Award Guidelines found at our website: http://www.wdami .org/year-end-awards/. There are many opportunities to win all types of Awards. If you have any questions about the Award Program, please submit your questions in writing to infowdami@gmail.com. We would be happy to help!! Membership dues for WDAMI and WDAA can be paid at the website too. The membership is a dual membership costing $50. Membership is valid thru January 1st, 2019. If you have not heard, the Level 4 Western Dressage tests have been written and they are available for download at the National WDAA website. Many of you are ready for this next challenge! Please check out the site and the tests! http://westerndressage association.org/wdaa-tests/ Thank you so much for your support of Western Dressage and WDAMI!

YANKEE SPRINGS TRAIL RIDERS ASSOCIATION Board Meeting Minutes, April 11, 2018 This meeting was held at the Long Lake Outdoor Center, a lovely old building surrounded by woods. Thank you Andru Jevicks for hosting our meeting. The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm by Ron Walker, President who led us with our pledge of allegiance to the flag. YSTRA will be presenting Dr Bennecke with a check for $1,500.00 for Cancer Family's United. We will present the check at the Shot Clinic with a very nice Donation sign created by Suzie Dykstra, Saturday the 14th of April. These funds were the results of our euchre tournament and some additional funds approved by the BOD. Ionia is having a work bee on April 21st to build wood style corrals they would appreciate any assistance. The Barry Roubaix road race will be April 21st, those of you who want to volunteer please contact Ron Walker. Everyone who volunteered last year will have the same corners this year. Hopefully a list will be sent out for those of us who can't remember what My heartfelt thanks go out to everyone corner we were on. that participates in our monthly Horse Grant Update: John Soper sent in a grant to Association/Trial Riders News section! I Consumers Energy, Andru Jevicks added a know personally of the time, dedication very nice letter of recommendation to our and passion that is placed into each of Grant Proposal. This Grant is for money to your submissions. Thank you for making help pay for electric into Yankee Springs the effort to keep your members abreast Horsemen's campground. of upcoming events, important news and board minutes. Gabrielle Hume has very graciously donated a beautiful handmade Quilt to be raffled off as a Your patronage of Saddle Up! Magazine fund raiser for both Ionia and YSTRA Trail is much appreciated! Associations. Tickets will be sold by both Your Friend, Cindy Couturier, editor organizations with the money collected from the ticket sales split between both clubs. Details will be sent out in a separate e-mail. Our Horse Association News section is The missing Yankee Bill Lewis plaque has free for Michigan & Ohio associations. been returned to the Park but needed repair. Join us monthly, or bi-monthly, Grand Rapids Machine Repair was kind it’s your choice! enough to provide these repairs and the sign Email: saddleupmag@gmail.com has been reinstalled by the North Country trail Deadline: 15th of the month group. Word Limit: 600 (Word.doc please) Trail Ride Fund Raiser: It has been suggested Need more info? Call 810.714.9000 to help raise money for the Electric Service ©2018 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • MAY 2018 (41)

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Fund we provide horseback rides for a fee. This would be scheduled on a specific date with a limited number of people, with an age limit. Details are still being worked out. If you have a calm horse and would like to help with this project, please contact Ron Walker. Land Manager Update: Andru said he has asked Consumers Energy for a cost proposal with our club and the DNR doing the majority of the work, waiting for a response. Also, a Friends Group sign is needed, Andru will work on getting one. Our Trail proposal is still on hold as the person at the Stewartship Dept. who Andru works with is on medical leave. Any new trail requests need a proposal written for Andru's review. That would include the Eyebrow trails and the proposed trail around camp. Ron and Tom will be working on these proposals. Other suggestions are creating smaller loops within our current larger loops. Ron will also be meeting with the Game Area Manger to request the creation of smaller loops within the 9 mile loop. A request was made for lumber from the DNR for corrals for 3 more sites to be built this summer. Andru will let us know if that is possible. Skip Burger will check on the availability of gates. A request has been made to make the Day Area Parking Lot larger. Ron, Tom, and Andru will be meeting to look at that project. A suggestion to install matts in the corrals has been made, Ken Terpening will look into getting used matts. Ken will be moving sand into the corrals to build them up. The 4-mile trail has a couple of very narrow spots that Ron would like to widen. Ron, Joe, Tom and Andru will be looking at these areas. New Business: The Young Riders 4-H Club sent a very nice card and a picture of their group, thanking YSTRA for our contribution of a pallet of sawdust for their use during fair week. Both of these will be displayed at the YSTRA/DNR Kiosk. Ron is writing a procedure in the event a horse is lost at YS Horsemen's camp, this will be posted at the Kiosk as soon as it's be reviewed and approved. Next meeting will be at the YS Horsemen's Camp Pavilion. Everyone is welcome. Happy Trails, Kathy Taylor, Secretary WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

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MiPonderosa Is Hiring. We are currently looking for barn laborers to join our team! Openings for afternoon shifts are available immediately. Pay starts at $9.25 per hr. with the potential for raises. MiPONDEROSA – www.miponderosa.com Kristin Richards – 248.919.6979 South Lyon, MI (Oakland) (M-05/18) Email: miponderosa.kristin@outlook.com Northville Training Facility looking for part-time groom. Monday-Friday 9am to 3pm. Person must be able to travel to out of town horse shows. Experience with horses needed. TWIN ELM TRAINING LLC Call Bobbie Jo – 248.697.6503 Northville, MI (Oakland) (M-06/18) www.twinelmtraining.com Part-Time Help Wanted – Mornings, about 30 hours per week for a large Arabian horse farm. Pay is based on experience. Cathy Economy – 517.375.6742 Fowlerville, MI (Livingston) (M-06/18) Email: cwrightfma@yahoo.com

HORSE CAMPS Beginners Jump Horse Camp: Ages 7-16, divided by age and ability. Lessons, horsemanship, health care, games, end of week horse show. Two jump camps offered, different levels. Tiny Tot Camp ages 4-6. Lessons year round. WILDWIND EQUESTRIAN CTR. – 248.486.7433 South Lyon, MI (Oakland) (M-06/18) Email: wildwindec@gmail.com www.wildwindstable.com Ranch Summer Camp for kids grades K-12. Learn safe horsemanship while having fun! Campers feed, groom, tack, & enjoy mounted lessons, trail rides, equine science, & traditional camp fun. WANAKE RANCH SUMMER CAMP 330.756.2333, info@campwanake.org Beach City, OH (Stark County) (M-06/18) www.CampWanake.org

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10 acres with indoor arena. Beautiful, updated 2 story 3,600 sq. ft., 5 bedroom, 3 bath home. New kitchen, granite counter tops. Hardwood floors, finished walkout. Massive man cave. 2 car att. garage. Offered at $434,900. MORGAN & MILZOW REALTORS Sandy Lawrence (PM-05/18) (248) 892-1324 Email: sandyklawrence@outlook.com 21 total acres of highly productive farm land near Morenci, MI. Add to your farming operation, or a great building site. Paved road, one mile from Ohio line. Only $3,600 per acre or $75,600 (F-727). Additional 9.92 acre parcel also available (F-731). FAUST REAL ESTATE, LLC Call Larry – 517.270.3645 Morenci, MI (Lenawee) (M-05/18)

5800 Quain Road, Emmett Twp., MI. 27 Acres! MLS# 217099303. Spacious and peaceful! 200 AMP, stocked pond, horse barn, low taxes, easy access to I-69. Two master suites, entry level and upper. Upper bath has new granite, sinks, faucets, back splash. Gorgeous vaulted ceiling entry level master suite, Cathedral ceiling great room with beautiful custom stone fireplace, open concept, unique vaulted ceiling kitchen w/spacious dining area, open to door wall to patio overlooking property. Fenced paddocks, pastures, sports-man’s paradise, wood burner in basement heats whole house. 30x48 pole barn, hay storage, separate feed room w/cement floor for supplies. 16x40 covered area for hay, electric, 5 large stalls, 4 mini stalls. Possible splits. $3,000 central air allowance. Seller looking at all reasonable offers. Agent offers Military and First Responder Discount, plus Home Warranty. COLDWELL BANKER PROFESSIONALS Cheryl Almstadt – 586-909-1142 Email: almstadtcheryl@yahoo.com Buying and Selling Farms, vacant land or recreational parcels throughout Michigan. Call Doug Beasley – 517.260.2939 FAUST REAL ESTATE, LLC (S-06/18)

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Classified Advertisements HORSE FARMS, cont. Home, Pole Barn & Acreage: 3 bedroom ranch, 1.5 bath, gas fireplace, 30x46 pole barn. 29 +/acres, mostly open fields with some woods. 5 miles west of Gladwin, MI. Offered at $175,000. Larry Quinn – 231.250.1292 Gladwin, MI (Gladwin) (M-06/18) Email: shopsalot12@yahoo.com House w/Mother In-Law Apartment, walkout lower level, coach house, 14 stall barn, indoor arena, 2nd 3 stall barn. 10 to 30 acres available. For sale by owner, private treaty. Nancy Clark – 248-444-8942 Salem, MI (Washtenaw) (M-06/18) Email: nancyannclark@aol.com

PetersonWarmbloods.com Sales, Stud Service, Boarding, and Indoor Arena. We offer lessons with our expertly trained horses. 60+ years of experience. Call Kathy. PETERSON WARMBLOODS – Kathy Peterson Highland, MI (Oakland) (S-06/18) 248.887.4303 Purebred Arabian Mare – Broodmare prospect, 16 yrs. old, chestnut, 15.3 hands. Egyptian and Polish race and endurance bloodlines. She was top race mare as a 3 yr. old. I am retiring after 40 yrs. in the business. Leon Silber 248.628.4470 Leonard, MI (Oakland) M-06/18

Equine Insurance: Specializing in mortality, show/performance horses and foals, travel and hauling, accident, brood-mares, stallion infertility, fencing - corrals and pens, independent riding instructors, breeding, training, riding facilities. Rachel Devroy, Equine Insurance Specialist Grand Rapids, MI (Kent) (M-05/18) 616.233.4127 Email: rachel.devroy@hubinternational.com

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HORSE TRAILERS FOR RENT OR LEASE Apartment on Horse Farm: One bedroom, large living room, kitchen, utility room. Located on 100 acre horse farm. Perfect for couple with horses. Need someone that can take care of owners horses and some maintenance. $750 per month. Possible rent abatement or salary for right people. Mature, serious persons with good work ethic. Call Ina – 517.294.0328 Howell, MI (Livingston) (M-05/18) Large Barn with 25 Stalls: includes 60x120 indoor arena, 90x150 outdoor arena, large hayloft for storage and efficient feeding. Paddocks and pastures available as well. Call Jenny – 810.231.1534 or 810.814.0084 Pinckney/Hamburg, MI (Livingston) M-05/18

HORSES FOR SALE 2004 AQHA Dun Broodmare – “April Shines.” Sound and broke, but hasn’t been rode in years. Blind in one eye, easy keeper, carries roan gene. Granddaughter of Shining Spark. Asking $1,200. Kayla DeWitt – 810.834.6195 Lapeer, MI (Lapeer) (M-05/18) Email: skipsimaster@gmail.com 9 Year Old Mare – Reg. Quarter Horse, buckskin, 15 hands. No issues, good prospect, sweet with good manners. Gorgeous! Needs a good home. Downsizing. $500. Please leave a message if no answer, all calls will be returned! Arthur – 810.406.6992 Millington, MI (Tuscola) (M-05/18) For Sale or Trade: Registered Paint Stud. 22 years old, 15 hands. Very easy to handle, lots to say, too much to list here. Call 231.245.8169 Big Rapids, MI (Mecosta) (M-06/18)

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1984 Classic Aluminum Trailer: Straight load, wood floor, ramp, dressing room, 7’6” tall. Wheel bearings packed every other year. Axles replaced 2017. Wiring, brakes, boards, tires checked 2017. Offered at $4,500. Call Brook – 734.272.9943 Saline, MI (Washtenaw) (M-06/18) 2004 CM 2 Horse straight load trailer. 7 ft. high, steel, step-up, walk-thru. Color: white, mats, spare tire, good condition. Offered at $2,900. Leon Silber 248.628.4470 Leonard, MI (Oakland) M-06/18

HORSES WANTED 4 to 6 English horses under $1,200. Quiet, calm, good for beginners. Under 12 years old, stocky ponies and horses 14+ hands preferred. Will pay more for 16+ hands. Must pass vet check. WILDWIND EQUESTRIAN CENTER South Lyon, MI (Oakland) M-05/18 248.486.7433, email: wildwind96@aol.com www.wildwindstable.com

INSURANCE Best Coverage & Rates for farm owners, equine mortality, club & event insurance, auto, worker’s comp, life & disability for Michigan horse owners, trainers & boarding facilities. Now two locations to serve you! ALLENDALE INSURANCE AGENCY 616.414.4232, mike@allendaleinsurance.com 6031 Lake Michigan Dr., Suite 400 Allendale, MI 49401 ROSCOMMON INSURANCE AGENCY 989.275.5555 email@roscommoninsurance.com 400 N 5th St., PO Box 555 Roscommon, MI 48653 (OS-06/18)

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Stop bleeding FAST for all animals and keep it stopped. Non-staining, blood clotting powder. All natural. Complete clotting in seconds. Works on minor or severe wounds. Dealer’s welcome! Tack shops call or text to become dealer for Clot It! Ann Johnson – 734.652.8810 Dundee, MI (Monroe) (PS-07/18) Email: atjohnsonclark@yahoo.com

SADDLE REPAIR Saddle Repair and Leather Work. New & used saddles, tack bought & sold. Complete leather repair available. Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-6pm, Saturday 9:30-7pm & Sunday 12pm-5pm. JIM'S QUALITY SADDLE CO. – Jim Moule Milford, MI (Oakland) (S-11/18) 248.887.4829

SHOW CLOTHES Gently used show clothes and tack at affordable prices. Visit our website or check us out on our Facebook page! BEHIND THE BIT TACK – Cat Guenther While Lake, MI (Oakland) (M-05/18) 248.505.9533, Email: cguenther@ashmi.org www.behindthebittack.com Dressage Saddle & Coat: Pikuer Black Dressage Coat, only used twice, size 8. Original cost, asking $200. Stubben Tristan Dressage Saddle, black with fittings. Slightly used. $800 obo. Darlynn Tenaglia – 810.262.1645 Goodrich, MI (Genesee) (M-06/18) Email: darlynnt4@aol.com

TRAIL RIDING ASSOC. Brighton Trail Riders Association: protecting the right to ride and camp with horses within the Brighton State Recreation Area; preserving the existing trail and campground facilities; and improving the trail system and facilities for all horsemen. Visit www.BrightonTrailRiders.com

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Great Lakes Distance Riding Association is dedicated to the education and promotion of participation in equestrian competitive distance riding events throughout the state of Michigan. Come experience trails in a whole new way! Visit us online at: www.gldrami.org

Beautiful Boarding and training facility for all breeds & disciplines. Green horses & first-time riders welcome! Offering western dressage & short-term intensive training programs. Visit our website for more information. IRONWOOD FARM & DOROTHY MUELLER Leonard, MI (Oakland) (PS-09/18) Dorothy 313.215.1944 Email: ironwoodfarmdressage@yahoo.com www.ironwoodfarmequestrian.com

Highland Trail Riders Association: Our organization is dedicated to maintaining and preserving the equestrian trails in the Highland Recreation Area. Come ride with us! highlandtrailriders.com Hungerford Trail Riders Association is committed to preserve, protect and improve the equine trails at the Hungerford Recreation area. The Hungerford Campground opens May 1st-Oct. 31st. Like our Facebook page “Hungerford Trail Riders Association” for event updates, or visit us online at: www.hungerfordtrailriders.org Kensington Trail Riders Association is looking for a few good people to join our trail club. If you would like to be a member, please contact Deanna Hanner at dshagency@aol.com or you can visit us online at kensingtontrailriders.org Ionia Horse Trails Association is here to preserve & protect trails at the Ionia State Rec. Area in cooperation with the DNR. Making a difference for future equestrians! Come and join us! Visit www.IoniaHorseTrailsAssociation.org Ortonville Recreation Equestrian Association: Ride the Hadley Hills with us and preserve, protect and improve the bridle trails and equestrian campground in OREA. Join us online at hadleyhills.com or call/text Karen 913.660.8012 Pontiac Lake Horseman’s Association (PLHA) is an organization dedicated to promote, improve and preserve the Pontiac Lake Recreation Area (PLRA) equestrian trails and equestrian camping facilities. Info regarding the organization, events, equestrian trails and rustic equestrian campground can be found online at www.plha.info Proud Lake Trail Riders: our mission is to preserve, promote, improve & expand the horse trail network in the Proud Lake State Recreation Area and in the state of Michigan. Visit www.proud laketrailriders.org or for more information contact Monica at 734.787.9396 Sleepy Hollow Trail Riders Assoc., Inc., SHTRA a 501(3)(c) non-profit dedicated to the equestrian trails & staging area of Sleepy Hollow State Park, in Clinton County, MI. Visit www.shtra.org or call Marsha Putnam 989.661.2541, or email her at Marken68@aol.com Yankee Springs Trail Riders, Inc.: dedicated to preserve, protect, & improve our trails for future generations to enjoy! So, come join our fun while the work gets done! We are located in Yankee Springs Recreation Area in southwest, MI. Visit www.YSTRA.org, or call Ron 269.945.4556 ©2018 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • MAY 2018

FOUR POINTS FARM: Training, lessons, sales, judging, clinician services, and camps. Specializing in Equitation, Saddle Seat, Hunt Seat, Western, and Driving. Beginner through World Champion level instruction. FOUR POINTS FARM Commerce Twp., MI (Oakland) M-05/18 248.245.5587, email: m.hyde4pf@gmail.com www.fourpointsfarm.com Horse and Rider Workshops – Schedule too full for weekly lessons? Try a monthly workshop! Lameness, attitude, bio-mechanics a specialty. Traveling clinics/lessons. Like us on Facebook. EQUINE TRAINING CONSULTING Karin Bielefeld – 269.470.5007 Bangor, MI (Van Buren) (M-05/18) Email: karinbielefeld@gmail.com Lessons, Training, Leasing & Sales – Beginner through advanced, English & Western, including jumpers, eventing, barrels, pleasure and more. Find us on Facebook. www.phoenixeqcenter.com PHOENIX EQUESTRIAN CENTER Rachel Blaha – 734.660.5151 Tipton, MI (Lenawee) (M-06/18) Email: cequines@gmail.com

Specializing in Natural Horsemanship, Dressage, Equine Bodywork and Nutrition. Training and lessons, adult and youth programs available. DUFOUR DYNAMICS HORSEMANSHIP Heather DuFour – 248.318.1144 Holly, MI (Oakland) (M-05/18) Email: dufourdynamics@gmail.com THE TRAVELING TRAINER LLC offers training, lessons, consulting at your facility or mine. Over 25 years of experience. Bachelor’s degree in Equestrian Studies from the University of Findlay. Quality horses for sale. For more information visit us online at www.thetravelingtrainer.net Ann-Marie Lavallee – 810.796.3510 Dryden, MI (Lapeer) (S-04/19) Email: amltt@thetravelingtrainer.net

TRANSPORTATION DRAGONFLY’S RIDE: How your horse likes to travel! We ship around the corner or around the country. Ship in single, double, or box stalls. We specialize in quality, not quantity. 24-hour emergency service. www.dragonflysride.com DRAGONFLY’S RIDE Northville, MI (Washtenaw) (S-05/18) Fred 248.249.8593 | Dennis 248.320.9839 Safe Reliable Horse Transportation. Servicing Michigan and the Midwest using quality three stall slant trailers with noise reduction to safely move your precious cargo with as little stress as possible - I care about your horses! CIELO FARMS EQUINE TRANSPORTATION Mason, MI (Ingham) (S-11/18) Scott Burgess – 517.927.3273 Email: scottburgess127@gmail.com

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The Horse Guru – #1 Gaited horse trainer in the world! Also, worldwide horsemanship clinicians for both gaited and non-gaited horses. Call to schedule a clinic. Learn crystal clear communication with your horse. Christine Collins – 586.405.2474 (M-05/18) Email: cccollins_2000@yahoo.com

Offering Full Service Boarding, Training and Dressage lessons. Relax and enjoy your horse in a quiet, adult atmosphere. Visit our website at www.EleventhHourFarm.com or you can find us on Facebook. com/11th Hour Farm ELEVENTH HOUR FARM – 248.755.2083 Holly, MI (Oakland) (PS-06/18) Email: info@eleventhhourfarm.com

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MAY 2018

MAY 5-6 – Bluewater Pleasure Horse Assoc. Show. All Weekend’s have High Points. Goodells Co. Park Fairgrounds, 8326 County Park Dr, Goodells, MI. Visit us online at: www.bwpha.com or find us on Facebook.

MAY 4-5 – Boots-N-Jeans Speed Show, Friday 5pm-9pm. Boots-N-Jeans Get Up & Go Fuzzy Show, Saturday 9am. Branch County Fairgrounds, 262 S. Sprague St., Coldwater, MI. Email Ginger: grussell53199@hotmail. com or Donna at: donnajmarsh222@yahoo. com or call 517.617.2436 for more info.

MAY 5-6 – Buchanan Westerners Open Show, Entries open 7:30am, show starts 8:30am. 14665 Mead Road, Buchanan, MI. Contact Chrissy Bradford 269.362.2915, email buchananwesterners@outlook.com or online at: www.buchananwesterners.com

MAY 4-6 – MI Reining Horse Assoc. Delta Classic. 8am start. Midland Co. Fairgrounds, 6905 Eastman Ave., Midland, MI. Show contact Deena Dunkle 989.233.7157, email: deenadunkle@me.com, or www.mrha.org

MAY 5-6 – Central MI Horseman’s Assoc. Fuzzy Show, 8am start. Proceeds to American Cancer Society Relay For Life. Shiawassee County Fairgrounds, 2900 Hibbard Road, Corunna, MI. Call Katie 989.666.4867, email: cmhasecretary@gmail.com, www.cmha.info

MAY 4-6 – John Lassetter Dressage Clinic, 9am-5pm. Auditors $15 per day, bring a chair. Lunch included. Fair Play Farm, 2626 Brocker Rd., Metamora, MI. Contact Patricia Toth 810.614.1381, email: eliot19@comcast.net or find Fair Play Farm on Facebook. MAY 5 – Blessing of the Horse FREE Warm-Up Show, 10am start. Lunch provided! Tuscola County Fairgrounds, 188 Park Dr., Caro, MI. Contact Janet 989.673.3165, ext. 1919 or visit www.tuscolacountyfair.org MAY 5 – Branch County Saddle Club Speed Show. Expo 3pm, show 4pm. BCSC Show Grounds, 753 Clarendon Rd., Quincy, MI. Contact Chip Shafer 517.677.8480, or Doug Holcomb 517.932.8450 or find us on Facebook MAY 5 – Fuzzy Clinic Training Show, 10am start. Camp McGregor, 10380 Adams Rd., Clark Lake, MI. Contact Kristin Fouty at 517.769.5128, email: dkrkristin@gmail.com. Showbill available online at: www.jackson county4hhorsecouncil.com MAY 5 – Kal-Val Saddle Club Fun Show. Pleasure 8:30 am start, Speed 4:30 pm start. Kal-Val Saddle Club, 9853 S 34th St., Scotts, MI. Contact Al Standish 269.626.5748, or visit us online at: www.kalvalsaddleclub.com MAY 5 – PTRA Blessing of the Horse, 10am. Hosted by Pinckney Trail Riders Association at the equestrian staging area (off of Monks Rd., west of Cedar Lake Road). Camping at the staging area Friday & Saturday nights! Call 734.878.2975, www.pinckneytrailriders.com MAY 5 – Yoder Bros. Large Horse & Carriage Spring Consignment Auction. 9am start, carriages, carts, tack, 4 auction rings. Isabella County Fairgrounds, 500 N. Mission Rd., Mt Pleasant, MI. Yoder Bros. Auction Service, Contact Leroy & Willis Yoder 989.386.9082

MAY 5-6 – Genesee County Warm and Fuzzy Show. Show starts 8:30am. Cummings Event Center, 6130 East Mt Morris Rd., Mt Morris, MI. Contact Kirsten Lahti 248.514.8789, email: klahtipmp@gmail.com or online at: www.gchla4h.com MAY 5-6 – Green As Grass Sprint Cattle Clinic. Beginner to advanced riders. All cattle classes covered. Limited to 10 riders a day. Gilliland Horse & Cattle Co., 8435 Bowers Rd., Imlay City, MI. Contact Stephanie 810.614.3778, or email: stephanie@sthartdesigns.com MAY 5-6 – MI Appaloosa Horse Assoc. Spring Show, 8am start. Ingham County Fairgrounds, North end indoor arena,700 E Ash St, Mason, MI. Contact Michelle Stirling 586.929.6352, or email: appaloosastalls@yahoo.com or online at: www.michappclub.com MAY 5-6 – National Little Britches Assoc. of MI Rodeo, both days. 10 am start. Tyler Arena (Tom’s Western Store), 8982 E. M-21, Ovid, MI. Online at: www.nlbraofmi.com or visit www.tomswesternstore.com MAY 6 – Eaton Special Riding Open Horse Show, Judging: Rich Fitch. Eaton County Fairgrounds, 1025 Cochran Ave, Charlotte, MI. Contact Dorothy Childs 517.627.8888, email: pchilds_2004@yahoo.com or on Facebook Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association. MAY 6 – Gratiot Agricultural Society All Breed Show. 10 am start. Gratiot Ag Expo Fairgrounds, 932 S. Pine River St., Ithaca, MI. Contact Angie Bailey 989.875.4686, text okay, email: bailey_angie@hotmail.com

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MAY 6 – Tri-County Horseman’s Association Open Horse Show. 8:30am start. Sanford Park, 13225 N. Sanford Rd., Milan, MI. Contact Judy 734.260.2916, tchamilan@yahoo.com, online at: www.tcha-milan2.webs.com or find us on Facebook. MAY 11-14 – Bryan Neubert Clinic. Fri-Sun Horsemanship, Colt Starting Monday morning. Blue Gates Horse Farm, Fenton, MI. Contact Kathy 810.515.0115 (text okay), or email: kathyjmalone@gmail.com MAY 11-13 – MQHA Great Lakes Spring Classic. MSU Pavilion, 4301 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI. MQHA office 616.225.8211, email: mqha@hotmail.com or visit us online at: www.miquarterhorse.com MAY 11-13 – Ranch Horse Association of MI (RHAM) Show. Weekend High Points. Berrien County Youth Fairgrounds, 9122 US Hwy 31, Berrien Springs, MI. Contact Toni Blonde 269870-6397, email: blondeltoni@gmail.com, or visit: www.miranchhorse.com MAY 12 – Extreme Mountain Trail Course, hosts: Holland Western Saddle Club, 2:30 pm start. Pay & Play: member $20, non-member $30. HWSC, 3856 61st St., Holland, MI. Email: hollandwestern@protonmail.com, or online at: www.hollandwestern.net, or on Facebook. MAY 12 – MMOHSC Fuzzy Horse Show. Show clothes optional. 9am start. Isabella County Fairgrounds, 500 N. Mission Rd., Mt. Pleasant, MI. Find us on Facebook or check our website: www.mmohsc.com MAY 12 – Oakland County Kick-Off Fuzzy Open Horse Show. Show clothes optional. 8:30am start. Springfield Oaks County Park, 12451 Andersonville Road, Davisburg, MI. Visit us online: www.oakhc.org for more information. MAY 12-13 – American Horsemen Challenge at Enchanted Acres. 5347 Grand Blanc Rd., Swartz Creek, MI. Find us on Facebook or visit: www.americanhorsemenchallenge.com MAY 12-13 – Custers Cowboys Match. Sat 11am: 4 STAGE DP, Sun 11am: 4 STAGE DP. R Bar C Ranch, 3341 E. Marshall Rd., Elsie, MI. Contact Clayton or Jolyn at 989.307.0915, 989.666.3820 or www.custerscowboys.com MAY 12-13 – Janet Foy Dressage Two Day Clinic. Auditing available. Brilliant Reflection Farm, 490 Rissman Lane, Ortonville, MI. Contact Barbra Reis 248.670.9031, email blondmane@yahoo.com. Forms avail. online at: www.brilliantreflectionfarm.com

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Show & Event Dates MAY 12-13 – MI State Pinto (MSPBO) All Breed Open Show. Shiawassee County Fairgrounds, 2900 Hibbard Rd., Corunna, MI. Contact Susan via email: michiganstatepinto breeders@yahoo.com or www.mspbo.org

MAY 19 – 9th Annual Colt Starting Clinic with Tim Scarberry. Held 12pm-4pm. Wind Walker Farms, 9204 Valley View Drive, Fenton, MI. Call Tim at 810.287.2415, find us on Facebook, or at: www.windwalkertraining.com

MAY 20 – Cass County 2018 Mounted Division Fun Speed Show. 10am start. Red Horse Ranch, 64247 Liberty Road, Cassopolis, MI. Contact Shelly Moore 269.350.0020, email: shelly.a.moore@aol.com

MAY 12-13 – Nate Bowers Driving Clinic, 9am-5pm. How to train your horse to drive. Full Circle Farm, 5180 Grange Hall Rd., Holly, MI. Contact Courtney 989.225.1702, email: info@full360.horse, www.full360.horse

MAY 19 – Extreme Mountain Trail Course, hosts: Holland Western Saddle Club, 2:30 pm start. Pay & Play: member $20, non-member $30. HWSC, 3856 61st St., Holland, MI. Email: hollandwestern@protonmail.com, or online at: www.hollandwestern.net, or on Facebook.

MAY 20 – Open Speed Show, 12:30 pm start. 6 events, 5 age divisions. La Arena Solana, 3056 Lee Rd. (South of Centerline Road), Saranac, MI. Call 616.427.5668 for more info.

MAY 12-13 – Amy Bowers Jumping Clinic, 9am-5pm. Natural horsemanship principles on how to jump (horse and rider). Full Circle Farm, 5180 Grange Hall Rd., Holly, MI. Contact Courtney Clarke at 989.225.1702, or email: info@full360.horse, www.full360.horse

MAY 19-20 – Central MI Horseman’s Assoc. Open/Approved Show, 8am start. Shiawassee County Fairgrounds, 2900 Hibbard Road, Corunna, MI. Call Katie 989.666.4867, email: cmhasecretary@gmail.com, www.cmha.info

MAY 12-13 – Wyn Farm Dressage Schooling Show. English and Western Dressage classes. Wyn Farm, 3100 Noble Rd., Williamston, MI. Contact Jordan Kroll 586.703.7690, email: wynfarm@gmail.com or www.wynfarm.com

MAY 19-20 – FQHR of MI Show for FQHR registered horses. Cow horse and show classes. Isabella County Fairgrounds, 500 N. Mission Rd., Mt Pleasant, MI. Contact Deb Horren 810.407.0252, email: horendebbie@ aol.com, or visit www.michigan-fqhr.com

MAY 12-14 – John Lassetter Dressage Clinic, 9am-5pm. Auditors $15 per day, bring a chair. Lunch included. Fair Play Farm, 2626 Brocker Rd., Metamora, MI. Contact Patricia Toth 810.614.1381, email: eliot19@comcast.net or find Fair Play Farm on Facebook. MAY 13 – Floral City Open Show Circuit, 8:30 am start. Monroe County Fairgrounds, 3775 S. Custer Rd., Monroe, MI. Call 734.931.6004, email: huntfronts@hotmail.com, or showbill: monroecounty4-hhorsenpony.webs.com MAY 13 – Rose City Show Circuit Open Fun Show, 8am start. Camp McGregor, 10380 Adams Rd., Clark Lake, MI. Contact Megan 517.206.7450, meganmojton@msn.com, online at: http://www.jacksoncounty4hhorse council.com/rose_city_shows_information

MAY 19-20 – Hadley Hills CMO. NACMO sanctioned, MiCMO event. Fund-raiser for Ortonville Recreation Area. Ortonville Rec. Area, Ortonville, MI. Contact Steve and Vera, email: fletchrider@frontier.com, 810.793.3558. Visit nacmo.org online or find us on Facebook. MAY 19-20 – MHJA/WinAGin “C” and “Pony” show at Willowbrooke Farm, 7461 Brookville Rd., Plymouth, MI. Jennifer 313.938.9211, online at: www.willowbrooke-farm.com or online at: www.mhja.org MAY 19-20 – National Little Britches Assoc. of MI Rodeo, both days. 10 am start. Tyler Arena (Tom’s Western Store), 8982 E. M-21, Ovid, MI. Online at: www.nlbraofmi.com or visit www.tomswesternstore.com

MAY 18-20 – Eastern MI Arabian Association Show I. Closing date: May 12. Ingham County Fairgrounds, 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. For more information, email: emmasecretary@ gmail.com or visit: www.emma.org

MAY 19-20 – Red Flannel Saddle Club Casual Pleasure Show, Saturday 8:30am. Sunday Speed Show, 9am. Red Flannel Saddle Club, 6272 21 Mile Rd., Sand Lake, MI. Contact Julie at 616.427.9514, horse1sam@yahoo.com, or online at www.redflannelsaddleclub.org

MAY 18-20 – MI Apple Blossom Classic Open Horse Show. MSU Pavilion, 4301 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI. Call 517.655.4712, email: rtrainct@aol.com, online at: www.michigan appleblossomclassic.com, or on Facebook.

MAY 19-20 – Thumb Area Draft Horse Association Wagon Train. MI Draft Horse Breeders Assoc. Contact Harvey Bell at 586.206.9028, or find us on Facebook at: www.facebook. com/midrafthorseassoc/

MAY 19 – Kal-Val Saddle Club Fun Show. Speed Only 4:30 pm start. Kal-Val Saddle Club, 9853 South 34th St., Scotts, MI. Contact Al Standish 269.626.5748, or visit us online at: www.kalvalsaddleclub.com

MAY 20 – Bits N Bridles Spring Fuzzy Show, 9am start, rain or shine. Ages 5 years and up. Ionia County Fairgrounds, 317 S Dexter St., Ionia, MI. Contact Kim Godby 616.302.0490, or email: dymattcreations@hotmail.com

MAY 20 – Tri-County Horseman’s Association Open Horse Show. 8:30am start. Sanford Park, 13225 N. Sanford Rd., Milan, MI. Contact Judy at 734.260.2916, tchamilan@yahoo.com, online at: www.tcha-milan2.webs.com or find us on Facebook. MAY 25-28 – MQHA Summer Series. Midland County Fairgrounds, 6905 Eastman Avenue, Midland, MI. MQHA office 616.225.8211, email: mqha@hotmail.com or visit us online at: www.miquarterhorse.com MAY 25-27 – Ingham County Fair Foundation Memorial Open and Dressage Show. Ingham County Fairgrounds, 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. Contact Steve Taylor 517.420.7505, or for Dressage email Debbie: bingha13@msu.edu, or find us on Facebook. MAY 25-27 – MHJA/Haverhill Farm “B” and USEF Show at WinAGin Farm, 3610 Delano Rd., Oxford, MI. Call 248.628.2296, or online at: www.mhja.org MAY 25-28 – Sleepy Hollow Trail Riders Memorial Weekend Campover. Poker Run, Potluck. Sleepy Hollow State Park Staging Area, 7835 Price Rd., Laingsburg, MI. Contact Marsha 989.661.2541, email: marken68@ aol.com, or online: www.shtra.org MAY 26 – Glass-Ed Dressage Show. Entry closing date: 5/17/18. Online entry available. Pine Lake Stables, 12300 Pine Lake Road, Plainwell, MI. Contact Mary Johnson at 269.664.4223, email: equineline@mei.net or online at www.glass-ed.org MAY 26 – WMAHA Community Horse Show, 8:30 am start. All Breed Classes. Berlin Fairgrounds, 2008 Berlin Fair Dr., Marne, MI. Sherry Nugent 616.446.7429, email: sinugent 6078@yahoo.com, or visit www.wmaha.org MAY 26-27 – MMOHSC Tally Ho Sanctioned Show. Show clothes optional. 9am start. Isabella County Fairgrounds, 500 N. Mission Rd., Mt. Pleasant, MI. Find us on Facebook or check our website at: www.mmohsc.com

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Show & Event Dates JUNE 2018 JUNE 1 – Gratiot Agricultural Society Twilight Show Series. 7PM start. Gratiot Ag Expo Fairgrounds, 932 S Pine River St, Ithaca, MI. Contact Angie Bailey 989.875.4686 call/text, email: bailey_angie@hotmail.com, online at: www.gratiotagriculturalsociety.com JUNE 1-3 – 9-5 CMO. NACMO sanctioned, MiCMO event. No experience necessary! Silver Creek County Park, 3900 134th Ave. Hamilton, MI. Contact Vicki 269.244.9913, email: vickihorsley@yahoo.com or visit us online nacmo.org. Find us on Facebook too! JUNE 1-3 – Stoney Ridge Farm B & Pony Show. MHJA approved show. Held at: Hunter’s Run Farm, 9241 Secor Road, Temperance, MI. Call 734.856.2404, or visit us online at: www.mhja.org JUNE 2 – Branch County Saddle Club Speed Show. Expo 3pm, show 4pm. BCSC Show Grounds, 753 Clarendon Rd., Quincy, MI. Contact Chip Shafer 517.677.8480, or Doug Holcomb 517.932.8450 or find us on Facebook JUNE 2 – Kounty Kavalry Summer Fun Show, 9am start. Eaton County Fairgrounds, 1025 S Cochran Ave., Charlotte, MI. Contact Amy 517.663.1699, or 517.749.4136, email: kountykavalry@yahoo.com, or on find Kounty Kavalry on Facebook. JUNE 2 – Milford Trail Blazers/Young Riders Open Horse Show. 8:30am start. Oakland County Open Horse Show Circuit. Springfield Oaks County Park, 12451 Andersonville Road, Davisburg, MI. Online at: www.oakhc.org JUNE 3 – Davisburg Triple B’s Open Horse Show. 8:30am start. Oakland County Open Horse Show Circuit. Springfield Oaks County Park, 12451 Andersonville Road, Davisburg, MI. Online at: www.oakhc.org JUNE 2-3 – American Horsemen Challenge at Enchanted Acres. 5347 Grand Blanc Road, Swartz Creek, MI. Find us on Facebook or visit: www.americanhorsemenchallenge.com JUNE 2-3 – Buchanan Westerners Open Show, Entries open 7:30am, show starts 8:30am. 14665 Mead Road, Buchanan, MI. Contact Chrissy Bradford 269.362.2915, email: buchananwesterners@outlook.com or online at: www.buchananwesterners.com JUNE 2-3 – Buckskin Horse Assoc. of MI Weekend Show. ABRA approved, all breeds. Shiawassee Co. Fairgrounds, 2900 Hibbard Rd., Corunna, MI. Stall reservations Courtney, email: mibuckskin1967@gmail.com or online at: www.michiganbuckskin.org ©2018 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • MAY 2018

JUNE 2-3 – Communication with Your Horse Clinic. Clinician Michael Gascon. Open to all breeds. 9am-4pm. 141 Mayer Rd., Wales, MI. Christine Collins 586.405.2474, email: cccollins_2000@yahoo.com, or visit Michael online at: www.gasconhorsemanship.com

JUNE 8-10 – Ranch Horse Association of MI (RHAM) Show. Weekend High Points. Berrien County Youth Fairgrounds, 9122 US Hwy 31, Berrien Springs, MI. Contact Toni Blonde 269870-6397, email: blondeltoni@gmail.com, or visit: www.miranchhorse.com

JUNE 2-3 – Genesee Co. 4-H Horse Leaders Assoc. Open Show. 8:30 am start. Cummings Event Center, 6130 E. Mt. Morris Road, Mt. Morris, MI. Contact Lori Eastwood at 810.691.8365, email: eastwoodacres@aol. com or visit us online at: www.gchla4h.com

JUNE 9 – Extreme Mountain Trail Course, hosts: Holland Western Saddle Club, 2:30 pm start. Pay & Play: member $20, non-member $30. HWSC, 3856 61st St., Holland, MI. Email: hollandwestern@protonmail.com, online at: www.hollandwestern.net, or on Facebook.

JUNE 2-3 – National Little Britches Assoc. of MI Rodeo, both days. 10 am start. Tyler Arena (Tom’s Western Store), 8982 E. M-21, Ovid, MI. Online at: www.nlbraofmi.com or visit www.tomswesternstore.com

JUNE 9 – Glass-Ed Dressage Show. Entry closing date: 5/27/18. Online entry available. Serenity Farm, 7872 Wilson Ave., Byron Center, MI. Contact Janine 616.723.4122, email: jhequestrian@comcast.net or visit us online at www.glass-ed.org

JUNE 2-3 – WMAR Red, White and Blue Appaloosa Show. 8am start. Ingham County Fairgrounds (North end indoor arena), 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. Contact Amy Schweiger 810.602.8998, appaloosastalls@yahoo.com, online at: www.wmarapp.org

JUNE 9 – Silver Spurs 4-H Club Annual Open Show, 8am start. Calhoun County Fairgrounds, (Back Arena) 720 Fair St., Marshall, MI. Show contact Becki Hagaman 269.986.1250, email: beckrida@gmail.com

JUNE 3 – Blue Water Miniature Horse Club Show, 8:30 am start. Open to all! Wolcott Farm, 65775 Wolcott Rd., Ray, MI. Contact Bonnie 810.384.6023, email: missbonnie@ frontier.com, online at: www.bwmhc.org

JUNE 9 – Wranglers 4-H Club Open Show, 9am start, $4.00 per class. Tuscola County Fairgrounds, 188 Park Dr., Caro, MI. Contact Holly Harp 810.358.847, visit Facebook or online at: www.tuscolacountyfair.org

JUNE 3 – Brandie Corlew-Feasal Memorial Show. 8:30 am start. Casual AM, Speed PM. Red Flannel Saddle Club, 6272 21 Mile Road, Sand Lake, MI. Contact Julie 616.427.9514, email: horse1sam@yahoo.com or http://red flannelsaddleclub.org/2018/events.html

JUNE 9-10 – Bluewater Pleasure Horse Association Show. All Weekend’s have High Points. Huron County Fairgrounds, 501 Fair St., Bad Axe, MI. Visit us online at: www.bwpha.com, or find us on Facebook.

JUNE 3 – Open Speed Show, 12:30 pm start. 6 events, 5 age divisions. La Arena Solana, 3056 Lee Rd. (South of Centerline Road), Saranac, MI. Call 616.427.5668 for more info.

JUNE 9-10 – Central MI Horseman’s Assoc. Point Approved Show, 8am start. Shiawassee County Fairgrounds, 2900 Hibbard Road, Corunna, MI. Call Katie 989.666.4867, email: cmhasecretary@gmail.com, www.cmha.info

JUNE 6 – River Run Horse Shows Pleasure Series, 6:15 PM start. Kent County Fairgrounds, 225 Hudson Street, Lowell, MI. Call 616.394.4018, find us on Facebook or online at: www.riverrunhorseshows.weebly.com

JUNE 9-10 – Great Lakes Buckskin Assoc. Double Judged All Breed Horse Show. 9am start. IBHA, Mini & Ranch Horse Classes. MSU Pavilion (South Barn), 4301 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI. Online at: www.glbahorse.org

JUNE 8-10 – Blue Ribbon Driving Show, Derby and Clinic. 8am start. Rattlewood Farm, 1935 Ray Rd., Oxford, MI. Contact Judi Campbell 517.575.5547, or email: avalonmews@ yahoo.com, or visit www.mhdva.org

JUNE 9-10 – Wyn Farm Dressage Schooling Show. English and Western Dressage classes. Wyn Farm, 3100 Noble Rd., Williamston, MI. Contact Jordan Kroll 586.703.7690, email: wynfarm@gmail.com or www.wynfarm.com

JUNE 8-10 – MI Reining Horse Assoc. SlideIn, 8am start. Midland County Fairgrounds, 6905 N. Eastman Rd., Midland, MI. Show contact Deena Dunkle 989.233.7157, email: deenadunkle@me.com, or www.mrha.org

JUNE 11-15 – Foxfield Arabians Summer Horse Camp, 8am-3pm daily. $250 per child. Foxfield Arabians, 9404 100th St. SE, Alto, MI. Contact Kim Frederick 616.560.3477, email: foxfieldarabians@yahoo.com, or online at: www.foxfieldarabians.com

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Show & Event Dates JUNE 15-17 – Jeff Bujack QH Shows. AQHA, MQHA & NSBA approved. Midland County Fairgrounds, 6905 Eastman Ave., Midland, MI. MQHA office 616.225.8211, email: mqha@ hotmail.com or www.miquarterhorse.com JUNE 15-17 – State 4-H Trail Ride & Family Camp Weekend. Camping, trail ride, activities, meals, more! D Bar D Campground, 7064 E. 64th St., Chase, MI. Email Taylor Fabus tenlenta@msu.edu, or http://www.canr.msu. edu/ans/extension/horse_youth_programs/

JUNE 17 – Mackinac Island Lilac Parade. Mackinac Horsemen’s Assoc. Father’s Day Parade. Starts on Main St., Mackinac Island, MI. Contact Ashley 906.847.8034, email: info@mackinachorses.org, or visit us online at: www.mackinachorses.org JUNE 17 – Open Speed Show, 12:30 pm start. 6 events, 5 age divisions. La Arena Solana, 3056 Lee Rd. (South of Centerline Road), Saranac, MI. Call 616.427.5668 for more info.

JUNE 22 – Mid-MI Mounted Archers Demo 6pm (Free). Instruction 7pm (Registration Required). Contact Heather 248.250.1557. Mason County Fairgrounds, 5302 US-10, Ludington, MI. MCFE Cizzler Shows Fundraiser JUNE 23-24 – MCFE Cizzler Series Open Show. 9am start. Mason County Fairgrounds, 5302 US-10, Ludington, MI. Contact Patti 231.861.6297, stalls text: 616.292.8860, or visit: www.mcfamilyevents.com JUNE 23 – Boots & Saddle 4-H Club 46th Annual Open Show, 8:30am start. Ingham County Fairgrounds (South arena), 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. Contact Jean Maiville (text ok) 517.285.7161, email: jlmaiville@gmail.com

JUNE 16 – Capitol Area Open Horse Show Circuit Open Show, 8:30am start. Ingham County Fairgrounds (South arena), 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. Contact Kara 517.894.4074, or Laura 517.795.7082

JUNE 17 – Tri-County Horseman’s Association Open Breed Horse Show. 8:30am start. Sanford Park, 13225 N. Sanford Rd., Milan, MI. Contact Judy 734.260.2916, email: tchamilan@yahoo.com, online at: www.tchamilan2.webs.com, or find us on Facebook.

JUNE 16 – Eve of Father’s Day 45th Annual Horse Show sponsored by HVEC. 9am start. HVEC Grounds at Milford High School, 2380 Milford Rd., Highland, MI. Contact Caron Layman 248.830.2070, or visit us online at: www.hvec.info

JUNE 17-21 – Oakland County 4-H Horse Camp. Children ages 9-19. Springfield Oaks County Park, 12451 Andersonville Road, Davisburg, MI. Become a counselor! Email Debbie at morga194@anr.msu.edu or visit us online at: www.oakhc.org

JUNE 16 – Leaders Day 4-H Open Show, 8:30 am start. Livingston Co. 4-H Horse Committee points approved. Cohoctah Horse Park, 6258 Preston Rd., Cohoctah, MI. Contact Michelle 517.376.2859, or http://msue.anr.msu.edu/ county/livingston/livingston_county_4_h

JUNE 20 – River Run Horse Shows Pleasure Series, 6:15 PM start. Kent County Fairgrounds, 225 Hudson Street, Lowell, MI. Call 616.394.4018, find us on Facebook or online at: www.riverrunhorseshows.weebly.com

JUNE 16-17 – American Horsemen Challenge at OBar Ranch. 608 Kubacki Road, Gaylord, MI. Find us on Facebook or visit us online at: www.americanhorsemenchallenge.com

JUNE 20-23 – Draft Horses at the Berlin Fair. MI Draft Horse Breeders Association. Contact Marty Barkow 616.696.2924, or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/midrafthorseassoc/ For fair schedule visit: www.berlinfair.org

JUNE 16-17 – Centreville Classic Draft Horse Show. MI Draft Horse Breeders Association. St. Joseph County Fairgrounds, 316 East Charlotte St., Centreville, MI. Contact Ross Honsberger 419.466.2529, or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/midrafthorseassoc/

JUNE 22-24 – Eastern MI Arabian Assoc. Show II. Closing date: June 16. MSU Pavilion, 4301 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI. Email: emmasecretary@gmail.com or visit us online at: www.emma.org

JUNE 16-17 – FQHR of MI Show for FQHR registered horses. Cow horse and show classes. Isabella County Fairgrounds, 500 N. Mission Rd., Mt Pleasant, MI. Contact Deb Horren 810.407.0252, email: horendebbie@ aol.com, or visit www.michigan-fqhr.com

JUNE 22-24 – Floral City Open Show Circuit, 8:30 am start. Monroe County Fairgrounds, 3775 S. Custer Rd., Monroe, MI. Call 734.931.6004, or email: huntfronts@hotmail. com, or showbill online at: monroecounty4h horsenpony.webs.com/forms

JUNE 16-17 – National Little Britches Assoc. of MI Year End Finals. Rodeo Saturday. Breakfast, meeting, awards Sunday. Tyler Arena (Tom’s Western Store), 8982 E. M-21, Ovid, MI. Online at: www.nlbraofmi.com or visit www.tomswesternstore.com

JUNE 22-24 – Hunter’s Run B & USEF Local Show. MHJA approved show. Hunter’s Run Farm, 9241 Secor Rd., Temperance, MI. Call 734.856.2404, or visit: www.mhja.org

JUNE 23-24 – Mid MI Open Horse Show Circuit Cowgirl Up Sanctioned Show. Show clothes optional. 9am start. Isabella County Fairgrounds, 500 N. Mission Rd., Mt. Pleasant, MI. Find us on Facebook or check our website at: www.mmohsc.com

JUNE 22-24 – 33rd Annual Metamora Carriage Driving Assoc. Competition. Windrush Farm, 4295 Barber Road, Metamora, MI. Contact: Barbara Chapman 810.678.2500, email: adsbarb@hotmail.com, Facebook, or www.metamoracarriagedriving.org

JUNE 23-24 – Red Flannel Saddle Club Casual Pleasure Show, Saturday 8:30am. Sunday Speed Show, 9am. Red Flannel Saddle Club, 6272 21 Mile Rd., Sand Lake, MI. Contact Julie at 616.427.9514, horse1sam@yahoo.com, or online at www.redflannelsaddleclub.org

JUNE 16-17 – Windermere C Show, MHJA approved. Windermere Equestrian Center, 20615 Dunham Rd., Clinton Twp. Call 586.465.2170 or visit: www.mhja.org

JUNE 23 – Buchanan Westerner’s Judges Feedback Open Show. Buchanan Westerner’s Riding Club, 14665 Mead Road, Buchanan, MI. Contact Chrissy Bradford 269.362.2915, email: buchananwesterners@outlook.com or online at: www.buchananwesterners.com JUNE 23 – Comb & Curry 4-H Club Open Horse Show, 9am start, $4.00 per class. Tuscola County Fairgrounds, 188 Park Dr., Caro, MI. Contact Krystal 989.660.9064, visit Facebook or online at: www.tuscolacountyfair.org JUNE 23 – Glass-Ed Dressage Show. Entry closing date: 6/14/18. Online entry available. Pine Lake Stables, 12300 Pine Lake Road, Plainwell, MI. Contact Mary Johnson at 269.664.4223, email: equineline@mei.net or online at www.glass-ed.org JUNE 23 – Kenowa Saddle-Ites Open Show, 9am start. $125 added! Hudsonville Fairgrounds, 5235 Park Ave., Hudsonville, MI. Contact Karla Kuiper 616.318.9033, or visit us online at: www.kenowasaddleites.webs.com JUNE 23 – Paint Creek Valley Open Horse Show. 8:30am start. Oakland County Open Horse Show Circuit. Springfield Oaks County Park, 12451 Andersonville Road, Davisburg, MI. Online at: www.oakhc.org

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Show & Event Dates JUNE 24 – Barry County Open 50/50 Fun Show. Show clothes optional. Boots, long pants, and helmet 19 and under. Barry County Fairgrounds, 1350 M-37, Hastings, MI. Contact Theresa 269.838.2308, or email Kathy Kulikowski: kherp@mei.net (Show 2 of 3) JUNE 24 – Rose City Show Circuit Open Fun Show, 8am start. Camp McGregor, 10380 Adams Rd., Clark Lake, MI. Contact Megan at 517.206.7450, meganmojton@msn.com, online at: http://www.jacksoncounty4hhorse council.com/rose_city_shows_information JUNE 24 – Tuscola 4-H Horse Leaders Open Show, 9am start, $4.00 per class. Tuscola County Fairgrounds, 188 Park Dr., Caro, MI. Contact Amy 989.683.3271, visit Facebook or online at: www.tuscolacountyfair.org JUNE 25-28 – Genesee County 4-H Horse Leaders Association Achievement Days Opening Ceremonies. 5pm main arena, banquet potluck in the 4-H barn. JUNE 26-28 Shows start each day at 8am. Visit us on Facebook, or at www.gchla4h.com JULY 27 – River Run Horse Shows Speed Show, 6:30 PM start. Kent County Fairgrounds, 225 Hudson Street, Lowell, MI. Call 616.394.4018, find us on Facebook or online at: www.riverrunhorseshows.weebly.com

JUNE 30-JULY 1 – MI State Pinto (MSPBO) All Breed Open Show. Shiawassee County Fairgrounds, 2900 Hibbard Rd., Corunna, MI. Contact Susan via email: michiganstatepinto breeders@yahoo.com, or www.mspbo.org

JULY 2018 JULY 1 – Open Speed Show, 12:30 pm start. 6 events, 5 age divisions. La Arena Solana, 3056 Lee Rd. (South of Centerline Road), Saranac, MI. Call 616.427.5668 for more info. JULY 2-8 – MQHA Harbor Classic Shows. AQHA, MQHA approved. NSBA dual approved points. Mason County Fairgrounds, 5302 US10, Ludington, MI. Contact MQHA office 616.225.8211, email: info@miquarterhorse. com, or visit www.miquarterhorse.com JULY 6 – Gratiot Agricultural Society Twilight Show Series. 7PM start. Gratiot Ag Expo Fairgrounds, 932 S Pine River St, Ithaca, MI. Contact Angie Bailey 989.875.4686 call/text, email: bailey_angie@hotmail.com, online at: www.gratiotagriculturalsociety.com JULY 6-7 – Ingham County Leader’s Open Show, Fri 6PM, Sat 8:30am. Ingham County Fairgrounds (South end), 700 East Ash St., Mason, MI. Contact Debbie Bingham 517.488.1340, horse committee chairman.

JUNE 28 – 20th Ann. Mackinac Horsemen’s Assoc. Cowboy Cookout Fundraiser. 5pm to 8pm. Mackinac Community Equestrian Ctr., 3800 British Landing Rd., Mackinac Island. Contact Ashley 906.847.8034, info@mack inachorses.org, www.mackinachorses.org

JULY 6-8 – MI Apple Blossom Classic Open Horse Show. MSU Pavilion, 4301 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI. Call 517.655.4712, email: rtrainct@aol.com, online at: www.michigan appleblossomclassic.com, or on Facebook.

JUNE 28-JULY 1 – Haverhill B & Pony Show at Win-A-Gin Farm. MHJA approved. Win-A-Gin Farm, 3610 Delano Rd., Oxford, MI. Call 248.628.2296 or visit us at: www.mhja.org

JULY 7 – Boots & Bridle 4-H Club Open Show, 9am start, $4.00 per class. Tuscola County Fairgrounds, 188 Park Dr., Caro, MI. Contact Amy 989.683.3271, visit Facebook or online at: www.tuscolacountyfair.org

JUNE 30 – Kounty Kavalry 4-H Club Open Show, 9am start. Eaton County Fairgrounds, 1025 S Cochran Ave., Charlotte, MI. Contact Amy 517.663.1699, or 517.749.4136, email: kountykavalry@yahoo.com, or on find Kounty Kavalry on Facebook.

JULY 7 – Branch County Saddle Club Speed Show. Expo 3pm, show 4pm. BCSC Show Grounds, 753 Clarendon Rd., Quincy, MI. Contact Chip Shafer 517.677.8480, or Doug Holcomb 517.932.8450 or find us on Facebook

JUNE 30 – WMAHA Community Horse Show, 8:30 am start. All Breed Classes. Berlin Fairgrounds, 2008 Berlin Fair Dr., Marne, MI. Sherry Nugent 616.446.7429, email: sinugent 6078@yahoo.com, or visit www.wmaha.org

JULY 7 – It’s A Red Thing Fun Series. Pleasure AM, Speed PM. Red Flannel Saddle Club, 6272 21 Mile Rd., Sand Lake, MI. Contact Julie at 616.427.9514, horse1sam@yahoo.com, or online at www.redflannelsaddleclub.org

JUNE 30-JULY 1 – Buckskin Horse Assoc. of MI Weekend Show. ABRA approved, all breeds. Midland County Fairgrounds, 6905 Eastman Ave., Midland, MI. Stall reservations Courtney, email: mibuckskin1967@gmail. com or online: www.michiganbuckskin.org

JULY 7 – St. Joseph County 4-H Horse Council Open Gymkhana Show. 9am start. $500 added money. Expo Barrels: 8am-8:45am, $3.00 ride. Horseman’s Saddle Club, 21388 CentrevilleConstantine Rd., Centreville, MI. Contact Shirel 269.506.6390, or Brooke 269.535.4655

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JULY 7-8 – American Horsemen Challenge at OBar Ranch. 608 Kubacki Road, Gaylord, MI. Find us on Facebook or visit us online at: www.americanhorsemenchallenge.com JULY 7-8 – Buchanan Westerners Open Horse Show, Entries open 7:30am, show starts 8:30am. 14665 Mead Road, Buchanan, MI. Contact Chrissy Bradford 269.362.2915, email buchananwesterners@outlook.com or online at: www.buchananwesterners.com JULY 7-8 – Central MI Horseman’s Assoc. Point Approved Show, 8am start. Shiawassee County Fairgrounds, 2900 Hibbard Road, Corunna, MI. Call Katie 989.666.4867, email: cmhasecretary@gmail.com, www.cmha.info JULY 7-8 – FQHR MI Horse Show. Show for FQHR registered horses. Cow horse and show classes. Isabella County Fairgrounds, 500 N Mission Rd., Mt. Pleasant, MI. Contact Deb Horen 810.407.0252, email: horendebbie@ aol.com, or www.michigan-fqhr.com JULY 7-8 – Let’s Rodeo CMO. NACMO sanctioned, MiCMO event. Yankee Springs Horseman’s Camp, 10100 Dufy Rd. (GPS directions only) Middleville, MI. Contact Brandi Apol 616.889.0660, brandiapol@gmail.com, www.nacmo.org or find us on Facebook. JULY 7-8 – Wyn Farm Dressage Schooling Show. English and Western Dressage classes. Wyn Farm, 3100 Noble Rd., Williamston, MI. Contact Jordan Kroll 586.703.7690, email: wynfarm@gmail.com or www.wynfarm.com JULY 8 – Tri-County Horseman’s Association Open Horse Show. 8:30am start. Sanford Park, 13225 N. Sanford Rd., Milan, MI. Contact Judy 734.260.2916, tchamilan@yahoo.com, online at: www.tcha-milan2.webs.com or find us on Facebook. JULY 9-13 – Horse Camp on Mackinac Island. 10am-3pm daily. Bring your swimsuit too! Mackinac Comm. Equestrian Center, 3800 British Landing Rd., Mackinac Island, MI. Ashley 906.847.8034, email: info@mackinac horses.org, visit: www.mackinachorses.org JULY 11 – River Run Horse Shows Pleasure Series, 6:15 PM start. Kent County Fairgrounds, 225 Hudson Street, Lowell, MI. Call 616.394.4018, find us on Facebook or online at: www.riverrunhorseshows.weebly.com JULY 13-15 – Eastern MI Arabian Assoc. Show III. Closing date: July 7. Shiawassee County Fairgrounds, 2900 Hibbard Road, Corunna, MI. Email: emmasecretary@ gmail.com or visit: www.emma.org WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Show & Event Dates JULY 13-15 – MI Hunter Jumper Association B, Pony & C Show. Meadowview Farm, 9914 Vergennes Street SE, Lowell, MI. Call 616.897.9944, or online at www.mhja.org JULY 13-15 – MI Reining Horse Assoc. Liberty Derby. Midland County Fairgrounds, 6905 N. Eastman Rd., Midland, MI. Contact Deena Dunkle 989.233.7157, or email: deenadunkle @me.com, or online at www.mrha.org JULY 13-15 – Lisa Terry Berrien Show. AQHA, MQHA approved. NSBA dual approved points. Berrien County Youth Fairgrounds, 9122 U.S. Hwy 31, Berrien Springs, MI. Contact MQHA 616.225.8211, info@miquarterhorse.com, or visit us online www.miquarterhorse.com JULY 14 – Kenowa Saddle-Ites Open Show, 9am start. $125 added! Hudsonville Fairgrounds, 5235 Park Ave., Hudsonville, MI. Contact Karla Kuiper 616.318.9033, or visit us online at: www.kenowasaddleites.webs.com JULY 14 – Ride For A Cure Benefit Open Show, 9am start, $4.00 per class. Tuscola County Fairgrounds, 188 Park Dr., Caro, MI. Contact Lori 989.551.5898, visit Facebook or online at: www.tuscolacountyfair.org JULY 14 – ShoMe Equinox Open Fun Show. Smaller venue, great for beginners. Equinox Farm, 855 N Hickory Ridge Rd., Highland, MI. Contact Ericka Utz 248.212.8890, email: shomeshowoffice@yahoo.com or visit us online at: www.shomeshows.com JULY 14 – Working Equitation Schooling Show. Rach Riding Academy, 3380 Morrow Lane, Milford, MI. Contact Keria Rossin, mgr. 413.281.2407, email: karia0429@yahoo.com or visit: www.rachridingacademy.com JULY 14-15 – Bluewater Pleasure Horse Association Show. All Weekend’s have High Points. Sanilac County 4-H Fairgrounds, 210 N Dawson St, Sandusky, MI. Visit us online at: www.bwpha.com, or find us on Facebook.

JULY 14-15 – Red Flannel Saddle Club Casual Pleasure Show, Saturday 8:30am. Sunday Speed Show, 9am. Red Flannel Saddle Club, 6272 21 Mile Rd., Sand Lake, MI. Contact Julie at 616.427.9514, horse1sam@yahoo.com, or online at www.redflannelsaddleclub.org

JULY 21 – Glass-Ed Rainbow Riders Dressage Show. Entry closing date: 6/12/18. Online entry available. Kent County Fairgrounds, 225 South Hudson St., Lowell, MI. Contact Linda Cooper 616.260.1470, email: linda_cooper @amway.com, or www.glass-ed.org

JULY 14-15 – WMAR State Appaloosa Show. 8am start. Ingham County Fairgrounds (North end indoor arena), 700 E. Ash St., Mason, MI. Contact Amy Schweiger 810.602.8998, for stalls email: appaloosastalls@yahoo.com. Online at: www.wmarapp.org

JULY 21 – Mackinac Horsemen’s Association 20th Anniversary Fun Show. Mackinac Comm. Equestrian Center, 3800 British Landing Rd., Mackinac Island, MI. Ashley 906.847.8034, email: info@mackinachorses.org, or visit us online: www.mackinachorses.org

JULY 15 – Open Speed Show, 12:30 pm start. 6 events, 5 age divisions. La Arena Solana, 3056 Lee Rd. (South of Centerline Road), Saranac, MI. Call 616.427.5668 for more info.

JULY 21 – Metamora Summer Hunter Pace. Gorgeous trails, pastoral fields and quiet dirt roads. Rig parking: Metamora Hunt Field (corner of Rock Valley Road and Barber Road) Metamora, MI. Contact Diane 248.842.3094, Facebook or visit: www.metamorahunt.com

JULY 18 – River Run Horse Shows Clinic Show, 6:30 PM start. Kent County Fairgrounds, 225 Hudson Street, Lowell, MI. Call 616.394.4018, find us on Facebook or online at: www.riverrunhorseshows.weebly.com JULY 20 – Blue Water Miniature Horse Club AMHR Jubilee. 8:30am start. Midland County Fairgrounds, 6905 Eastman Ave., Midland, MI. Contact Bonnie 810.384.6023, email: miss bonnie@frontier.com, or www.bwmhc.org

JULY 21 – WMAHA Community Horse Show, 8:30 am start. All Breed Classes. Berlin Fairgrounds, 2008 Berlin Fair Dr., Marne, MI. Sherry Nugent 616.446.7429, email: sinugent 6078@yahoo.com, or visit www.wmaha.org JULY 21-22 – American Horsemen Challenge at Enchanted Acres. 5347 Grand Blanc Road, Swartz Creek, MI. Find us on Facebook or visit: www.americanhorsemenchallenge.com

JULY 20-22 – Floral City Open Show Circuit, 8:30 am start. Monroe County Fairgrounds, 3775 S. Custer Rd., Monroe, MI. Call 734.931.6004, email: huntfronts@hotmail. com, or showbill online at: monroecounty4hhorsenpony.webs.com/forms

JULY 21-22 – Central MI Horseman’s Assoc. Point Approved Show, 8am start. Shiawassee County Fairgrounds, 2900 Hibbard Road, Corunna, MI. Call Katie 989.666.4867, email: cmhasecretary@gmail.com, www.cmha.info

JULY 20-22 – Lazy Daze of Summer CampOver hosted by Sleepy Hollow Trail Riders Association. Sleep Hollow State Park, 7835 Price Rd., Laingsburg, MI. Contact Marsha Putnam 989.661.2541, email: marken68@ aol.com, or visit: shtra.org

JULY 21-22 – Horses For Hope CMO. NACMO sanctioned, MiCMO event. Elba Equestrian Complex, 1875 N Elba Rd., Lapeer, MI. Contact Greg & Linda Weirauch 810.955.9368, email: lweirauch@hotmail.com, www.nacmo.org or find us on Facebook.

JULY 20 – Mid-MI Mounted Archers Demo 6pm (Free). Instruction 7pm (Registration Required). Contact Heather 248.250.1557. Mason County Fairgrounds, 5302 US-10, Ludington, MI. MCFE Cizzler Shows Fundraiser

JULY 21-22 – MI Hunter Jumper Association C & Pony Show. Hunter’s Run Farm, 9241 Secor Rd., Temperance, MI. 734. 856.2404, or online at www.mhja.org

JULY 14-15 – Glass-Ed Dressage Shows. Entry closing date: 6/5/18. Online entry available. Willow Tree Equestrian Ctr., 61087 14th Ave., Bangor, MI. Call Karin 269.470.5007, email: karinbielefeld@gmail.com, or online at: www.glass-ed.org

JULY 21-22 – MCFE Cizzler Series Open Show. 9am start. Mason County Fairgrounds, 5302 US-10, Ludington, MI. Contact Patti 231.861.6297, stalls text: 616.292.8860, or visit: www.mcfamilyevents.com

JULY 21-22 – Trail Obstacle Clinic taught by Susan Williams, Eaton County Mounted Unit. Morning View Farm, 3017 Turkey Trail, Ionia, MI. Contact Marilyn 517.862.6676, email: mmannino2333@gmail.com, or visit our website at: www.michiganfoxtrotters.com

JULY 14-15 – Mid MI Open Horse Show Circuit (MMOHSC) Show. One day double judged. Show clothes optional, 9am start. Isabella County Fairgrounds, 500 N. Mission Rd., Mt. Pleasant, MI. Find us on Facebook or check our website at: www.mmohsc.com

JULY 21 – Extreme Mountain Trail Course, hosts: Holland Western Saddle Club, 2:30 pm start. Pay & Play: member $20, non-member $30. HWSC, 3856 61st St., Holland, MI. Email: hollandwestern@protonmail.com, online at: www.hollandwestern.net, or on Facebook.

JULY 22 – Rose City Show Circuit Open Fun Show, 8am start. Camp McGregor, 10380 Adams Rd., Clark Lake, MI. Contact Megan Wojton 517.206.7450, email: meganwojton @msn.com, or www.jacksoncounty4hhorse council.com/rose_city_shows_information

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Show & Event Dates JULY 22-28 – Tuscola County Fair, Grandstand, Carnival, Food & Fun! Tuscola County Fairgrounds, 188 Park Dr., Caro, MI. Vendors welcome! Find us on visit Facebook or visit us at: www.tuscolacountyfair.org JULY 23-28 – Clare County Fair Draft Horse Show. MI Draft Horse Breeders Association. Fairgrounds, 418 Fairlane St., Harrison, MI. Contact Robin Bellor 989.539.9011, Facebook www.facebook.com/midrafthorseassoc/ For fair schedule visit: www.clarecountyfair.org JULY 25 – River Run Horse Shows Pleasure Series, 6:15 PM start. Kent County Fairgrounds, 225 Hudson Street, Lowell, MI. Call 616.394.4018, find us on Facebook or online at: www.riverrunhorseshows.weebly.com JULY 27 – NMQHA All Novice Show, 8am start. AQHA, NMQHA, MQHA approved. Midland County Fairgrounds, 6905 Eastman Ave., Midland, MI. MQHA 616.225.8211, email: info@miquarterhorse.com, or visit us online at: www.miquarterhorse.com JULY 28-29 – NMQHA Shows, 8am start. AQHA, NMQHA, MQHA approved. Midland County Fairgrounds, 6905 Eastman Ave., Midland, MI. MQHA 616.225.8211, email: info@miquarterhorse.com, or visit us online at: www.miquarterhorse.com JULY 27-29 – Ranch Horse Association of MI (RHAM) Show. Weekend High Points. Berrien County Youth Fairgrounds, 9122 US Hwy 31, Berrien Springs, MI. Contact Toni Blonde 269870-6397, email: blondeltoni@gmail.com, or visit: www.miranchhorse.com JULY 28 – Dani Arsenault Memorial Horse Show. Springfield Oaks County Park, 12451 Andersonville Road, Davisburg, MI. Call 810.207.1512, or email: damhsshowmanage ment@gmail.com or find us on Facebook: Dani Arsenault Memorial Horse Show JULY 28-29 – Buchanan Westerners Open Show, Entries open 7:30am, show starts 8:30am. 14665 Mead Road, Buchanan, MI. Contact Chrissy Bradford 269.362.2915, email buchananwesterners@outlook.com or online at: www.buchananwesterners.com JULY 29 – Blue Water Miniature Horse Club Open Show, 8:30am start. Saving Grace Miniature Horse Rescue, 5846 Craven Rd., Emmett, MI. Contact Bonnie 810.384.6023, email: missbonnie@frontier.com or visit us online at: www.bwmhc.org

JULY 29 – Glass-Ed Dressage Show. Entry closing date: 7/17/18. Online entry available. Derbyshire Farms, 6868 Washington Ave., Stevensville, MI. Contact Lucinda Henderson 269.930.9808, email: derbyshirefarms@ csinet.net or visit www.glass-ed.org

Horse and Tack Auction: First Saturday of each month (except July) Tack 2 pm, Horses 6pm. Hay and Straw, plus Farm Related Items Weds. 2:30 p.m. Northern MI Livestock Auction, 1848 N. Townline Rd., Gaylord, MI. 231. 439.5679, northernmichiganlivestock.com

JULY 29 – Open Speed Show, 12:30 pm start. 6 events, 5 age divisions. La Arena Solana, 3056 Lee Rd. (South of Centerline Road), Saranac, MI. Call 616.427.5668 for more info.

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

JULY 31-AUG 2 – Horse Camp on Mackinac Island. Bring your swimsuit too! Mackinac Comm. Equestrian Center, 3800 British Landing Rd., Mackinac Island, MI. Call Ashley 906.847.8034, email: info@mackinac horses.org or visit www.mackinachorses.org

MI WEEKLY EVENTS TUESDAYS: Natural Horsemanship Course 2, May 22 – June 26, 6pm-8pm. Full Circle Farm, 5180 Grange Hall Rd., Holly, MI. Courtney Clarke 989.225.1702, email: info@360.horse, or online at: www.full360.horse WEDNESDAYS: Team Sorting Practice at The Orchard Arena, 5966 W. Sanilac Rd., Vassar, MI. 6pm start. $20 per person. Call 989.6733767, or at www.gwhorsesandtack.com SUNDAYS: Team Sorting Practice at Blue Ridge Stock Farm, Howell, MI. $20 cattle fee, all ages welcome, no experience necessary. 517.548-6899. Spring through Fall Only. SUNDAYS: July 8th-August 12th. Great Lakes Equestrian Festival. Sundays are Fun days for families! Flintfields Horse Park, 6535 Bates Rd, Williamsburg, MI. Contact Nicky Meyer 440.258.5099, nicky@mmg.management or www.greatlakesequestrianfestival.com

Moore's Monthly Dealer Tack Auction: 3rd Thursday of every month, starting at 10am. Held at 11771 US Hwy. 223, Onsted, MI. Call 517.467.7576, or email: sales@tommoore sales.com, or visit www.tommooresales.com Hay and Straw Auction: Mondays 3:30pm. Ravenna Livestock Auction, 3265 S. Slocum Road, Ravenna, MI. Call 231.853.5738, online at www.ravennaauction.com 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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MICHIGAN AUCTIONS Geyer Hay and Straw Auction, held every Saturday, Hay and Straw 10am, Livestock 11am. Geyer Farm Service, 3040 Dietz Road, Williamston, MI. Call 517.655-6343 or 517. 881-7538, or www.geyerfarmservice.com Hay and Straw Auction - Tuesdays 1pm. Lake Odessa Livestock Auction, 3675 Tupper Lake Rd, Lake Odessa, MI. Call 616.374.8213 or www.lakeodessalivestockauction.com Hay Auction: Every Monday at 1pm. WindWalker Farms, 9204 Valley View Drive, Fenton, MI. Call Tim at (810) 287-2415 or online at: windwalkertraining.com

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MAY 4-6 – “B” Rated Hunter/Jumper Show. USEF Reg. I, USEF Jumper Level 1, OPHA, WPaPHA, Junior Medals. Chagrin Valley Farms, 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. 440.543.7233, email: cvf@chagrinvalley farms.com or www.chagrinvalleyfarms.com

MAY 12-13 – SOQHYA The Challenge, Ten total shows! AQHA, NSBA, OQHA, SOQHA & EOQHA approved. 8am start. World Equestrian Center, 4095 St Route 730, Wilmington, OH. Show Mgmt. Kathy Avolt, 765.714.4324, or online at: www.anequineproduction.com

MAY 19-20 – GLApHC Quad-A-Rama. 7:30 am start. University Of Findlay, 14700 US 68, Findlay, OH. Contact Todd at 419.306.2259, email: tmcowboy@aol.com. Stalls contact Virginia 419.585.5225, email: vwshowhorses @gmail.com, or online at: www.glaphc.com

MAY 13 – 53rd Annual Mother’s Day Show, Penn-Ohio Horseman’s Assoc. Sunbeau Valley Farms, 3229 St. Rte. 59, Ravenna, OH. Contact Leesa Prachick 330.719.2464, or online at www.penn-ohio.org

MAY 4-6 – Ohio Paint Horse Club Buckeye Extravaganza & Premier Paint Sires Paint-ORama. PAC approved. Champions Center, 4122 Laybourne Rd., Springfield, OH. Contact Roxann 440.281.7675, email: r_paints@msn. com, online at www.ophc.org, or on Facebook

MAY 13 – NODA: Northern Ohio Dressage Association Schooling Show. Chagrin Valley Farms, 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Call 440.543.7233, email: cvf@chagrin valleyfarms.com, online: www.chagrinvalley farms.com or www.nodarider.org

MAY 20 – IMTCA Trail Course Clinic, 9am4pm. Only 12 spaces available! IMTA Judge Kelly Chapman. Creek Side Horse Park, Waynesburg, OH. Call 330.323.3559, email: baumansfarm@gmail.com, online at: www. creeksidehorsepark.com

MAY 4-6 – Ride For The Roses USDF/USEF Show. Majestic Farms, 5700 State Route 132, Batavia, OH. Call 513.625.3055, or email: mainoffice@majesticfarm.net, or online at: www.majesticfarm.net

MAY 16-20 – SOQHA The Madness, AQHA, NSBA, OQHA, and SOQHA approved. World Equestrian Center, 4095 State Route 730, Wilmington, OH. Show Mgmt. Services, Kathy Avolt, 765.714.4324, or online at: www. anequineproduction.com

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MAY 5 – Ranch Horse Show hosted by Ohio Foundation Quarter Horse Assoc. (OHFQHA), 9:15am start. Guernsey County Fairgrounds, 335 Old National Rd., Lore City, OH. Contact Debbie 740.819.8947, email: earnestdeb@ gmail.com, Facebook, or www.ohfqha.com MAY 5-6 – Kentucky Derby/Straight Away Racing. Celebrate an old Kentucky tradition. Smoke Rise Ranch, 6751 Hunterdon Road, Glouster, OH. Call 740.767.2624 or email: smokeriseohio@gmail.com, or visit us online at: www.smokeriseranch.com MAY 10-13 – 50th Annual All American Youth Horse Show, 8am start. Ohio Expo Center, 717 East 17th Avenue, Columbus, OH. All youth welcome under 18 yrs. old. Call 614.620.9784, email us at: youthhorseshow@gmail.com, or online at: www.aayhshow.org MAY 11-12 – WHAO Spring Fling Horse Show. Henderson Arena, 800 Van Fossan Rd., Jackson, OH. Contact show Mgr: Pat Stout 419.483.2563, ohiowalkers@gmail.com, stall mgr: Sherrie Szucs 419.483.2563 (barn) 419. 483.4389 (home), ssrunwalk@gmail.com MAY 11-13 – Heartland Classic Horse Show, ASHAO approved. Champions Center, 4122 Laybourne Rd., Springfield, OH. Contact Judy Peters 614.402.1260, email: allhorseshows2 @gmail.com, or www.ohiosaddlebred.com MAY 12 – Ohio Cutting Horse Association Competition. Broke Back Hills Cutting, 7420 Turk Rd., Brooklyn, MI, 517.403.0985. OCHA Carrie Swingley 765.730.6204, or online at: www.ohiocuttinghorseassociation.com ©2018 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • MAY 2018

MAY 23-27 – World Equestrian Summer Series I. WEC, 4095 State Route 730, Wilmington, OH. Show Secretary Julie Agar 248.892.6806, Stalls email Caroline stallreser vations@wec.net, pre-entry at: horseshow ing.com, www.worldequestriancenter.com MAY 24-27 – Brave Horse Summer Series Show I. USEF A Rated Show. Brave Horse Equestrian Center, 1029 S County Line Rd., Johnstown, OH. Call 614.206.5452, email: ridebrave@brave-horse.com, or find us on Facebook, or visit www.brave-horse.com

MAY 18-19 – Best of America by Horseback. Clinics, demos and seminars. Rider’s Spots: Best of America by Horseback 540-829-9555, $75 fee. For Camping, cabins, stalls: call 740.767.2624. Smoke Rise Ranch, 6751 Hunterdon Rd., Glouster, OH. Email: smokerise ohio@gmail.com, or smokeriseranch.com

May 24-27 – Buckeye Sweepstakes Horse Show. One of the largest Arabian horse shows in the country! 8am start. Ohio Expo Center, 717 East 17th Avenue, Columbus, OH. Contact Cindy Clinton 937.962.4336, or online at: www.buckeyesweepstakes.com

MAY 18-20 – Tri-County Trails Assoc. Spring Ride. Weekend pkg. includes 6 meals: youth 12 & under free, members $45, couples $70, non-members $55, couples $80. Tri-County Camp, 2662 Downing St. SW, East Sparta, OH. Contact Ellen Van Pelt 330.323.2834.

MAY 25 – Glow In The Dark Speed Show. 6pm start. Dress your horse to glow in the dark! Class to judge best glowing horse and rider. Harvest Ridge, 8880 OH 39, Millersburg, OH. Contact Traci 330.600.0483, email: pringle traci@gmail.com

MAY 19 – CT & Dressage Schooling Show. Majestic Farms, 5700 State Route 132, Batavia, OH. Call 513.625.3055, email: main office@majesticfarm.net, or visit us online at: www.majesticfarm.net

MAY 25 – Keystone Saddle Club Contest Show Series. 7pm start, rain or shine. Glen Dunn Arena, 5695 Clay City Drive SE, Uhrichsville, OH. Email: keystonesaddleclub@ gmail.com, www.keystonesaddleclub.com, or find us on Facebook.

May 19 – Medina Horse Council Committee Open Horse Show, COSCA Official Point Show. Medina County Fairgrounds, 720 W Smith Rd, Medina, OH. Call 330.904.5018, email: info@ coscaonline.com, or www.coscaonline.com MAY 19-20 – ASHAO Annual Horse Show. Two shows, double points. Ashland County Fairgrounds, 2042 Claremont Ave., Ashland, OH. Contact Alan Brindle 330.723.0094, online at: www.ohiosaddlebred.com

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MAY 25-27 – NOQHA Spring Extravaganza. AQHA, OMIQHA, NOQHA, OQHA approved. Findlay Western Farm, 14700 US Route 68, Findlay, OH. Contact NOQHA show secretary Chris Darnell 330.697.6353, email: ccdarnell @aol.com, or online at: www.noqha.com MAY 26 – Crazy Woman Ranch 2018 Bonus Cash Series. 8:30am start. IBRA, NPBA and Roadies approved. 6450 Lancaster-Circleville Rd., Lancaster, OH. Call Chris or Joyce Hanes at 614.595.1850, or find us on Facebook.

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Show & Event Dates MAY 26 – Memorial Day Fun Speed Show, 10:00 am start. Hueston Woods State Park Horseman’s Campground, Four Mile Valley Rd., Camden, OH. Contact Donn Buckingham 937.417.4358, email: donnb@bright.net MAY 26-27 – Ashland Paint & Plain Saddle Club show, 9am start. Ashland County Fairgrounds, 2042 Claremont Ave., Ashland, OH. President Chunk Watts 330.317.0945, or online at: www.ashlandpaintandplain.com May 26-27 – COSCA Benefit Open Horse Show, COSCA Official Point Show. Medina County Fairgrounds, 720 W Smith Rd, Medina, OH. Call 330.904.5018, email: info@cosca online.com, or at: www.coscaonline.com MAY 26-27 – ICHA Red, White & Blue Show. ASHAO approved. Canfield Fairgrounds, 7265 Columbiana Canfield Rd, Canfield, OH. Contact Amy Braden 330.457.7440, www.i-cha.org, or email: hoofsnharmony@yahoo.com MAY 26-27 – Ohio Cutting Horse Association Competition. OCHA Approved. Lazy H Ranch, 3399 OH-292, West Mansfield, OH. Stall or camper reservations: Scott 614.206.4649. OCHA Carrie Swingley 765.730.6204, or visit: www.ohiocuttinghorseassociation.com MAY 26-28 – Ohio State Buckskin Association Show. 8am start. IBHA, NSBA, MOHSA, MVHSA approved. Eden Park Equestrian Center, 2607 Blayney Rd, Sunbury, OH. Stall reservations: Carmen 740.877.1910 call/text or visit us online at: www.ohiobuckskins.org MAY 28 – NOQHA Level 1 Extravaganza (see May 25-27 dates as well), 8am start. AQHA, NOQHA & OQHA approved. Findlay Western Farm, 14700 US Route 68, Findlay, OH. Contact NOQHA show secretary Chris Darnell 330.697.6353, email: ccdarnell@aol.com, or online at: www.noqha.com MAY 30-JUNE 3 – World Equestrian Summer Series II. WEC, 4095 State Route 730, Wilmington, OH. Show Secretary Julie Agar 248.892.6806, Stalls email Caroline: stallres ervations@wec.net, pre-entry at: horseshow ing.com, www.worldequestriancenter.com MAY 31-JUNE 3 – Brave Horse Summer Series Show II. USEF A Rated Show. Brave Horse Equestrian Center, 1029 S County Line Road, Johnstown, OH. Call 614.206.5452, email: ridebrave@brave-horse.com, find us on Facebook, or visit www.brave-horse.com

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JUNE 2018 JUNE 1-3 – Custers Cowboys Match. Fri 7pm: 3 STAGE DP, Sat 11am: 4 STAGE DP, Sun 10am: 4 STAGE DP. WB Ranch & Arena, 1621 County Road B, Swanton, OH. Contact Clayton or Jolyn at 989.307.0915, 989.666.3820 or www.custerscowboys.com JUNE 2 – Ranch Horse Show hosted by Ohio Foundation Quarter Horse Assoc. (OHFQHA), 9:15am start. Guernsey County Fairgrounds, 335 Old National Rd., Lore City, OH. Contact Debbie 740.819.8947, email: earnestdeb@ gmail.com, Facebook, or www.ohfqha.com JUNE 2-3 – Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) Western Semi-Finals B. University of Findlay Western Farm, 14700 US Rte 68, Findlay, OH. Show Manager: Todd Knerr 614.778.5132, or visit: www.rideiea.org JUNE 2-3 – Hunter/Jumper and Academy Schooling Shows Series End Championship. Chagrin Valley Farms, 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Call 440.543.7233, email: cvf@chagrinvalleyfarms.com or online at: www.chagrinvalleyfarms.com JUNE 2-3 – Ohio Paint Horse Club MI & OH Partnership Scholarship Show. PAC approved. Madison County Fairgrounds, 205 Elm St., London, OH. Contact Roxann 440.281.7675, email: r_paints@msn.com, online at: www.ophc.org or find us on Facebook. JUNE 7-9 – 47th Annual Brown County Charity Show. Brown County Fairgrounds, 525 W. State Street #1, Georgetown, OH. Stall reservations: Jenny Connor 937.378.6532, email: jconnor318@yahoo.com, or visit: www.browncountycharityhorseshow.com JUNE 8-10 – Inter-County Horsemen’s Assoc. Triple Point Show. Open to all breeds. ASHAO approved. Canfield Fairgrounds, 7265 Columbiana Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH. Contact Amy 330.457.7440, email: hoofsn harmony@yahoo.com, or www.i-cha.org JUNE 8-10 – Majestic View USDF/USEF Show. Majestic Farms, 5700 State Route 132, Batavia, OH. Call 513.625.3055, or email: mainoffice@majesticfarm.net, or online at: www.majesticfarm.net JUNE 9 – Ohio Cutting Horse Association Competition. Broke Back Hills Cutting, 7420 Turk Rd., Brooklyn, MI, 517.403.0985. OCHA Carrie Swingley 765.730.6204, or online at: www.ohiocuttinghorseassociation.com

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JUNE 9 – Poker Run, noon start. Payback 25%, 15% and 5% first three riders. Knox County Horse Park, 7360 Thayer Road, Mount Vernon, OH. Contact Ken 740.258.9914, email: kr9er @hotmail.com, or knoxcountyhorsepark.com JUNE 9-10 – Fulton County Saddle Club Show, 8am start. AQHA, OQHA, NOQHA, OMIQHA point approved. Fulton County Fairgrounds, 8514 OH-108, Wauseon, OH. Contact Chris Darnell 330.697.6353, email: ccdarnell@aol.com, or www.noqha.com JUNE 10 – Keystone Saddle Club Elks Show. 9am start. Glen Dunn Arena, 5695 Clay City Drive SE, Uhrichsville, OH. Email: keystone saddleclub@gmail.com, www.keystone saddleclub.com, or find us on Facebook. JUNE 15-17 – Ohio Ranch Horse Association Show. Henderson’s Arena, 739 Van Fossen Rd., Jackson, OH. Contact Amy Roberts at 740.819.8446 or Simone Marshall at 740.407.2286. Find us on Facebook or visit us at: www.ohioranchhorseassociation.com JUNE 16 – Medina Horse Council Committee Open Horse Show, COSCA Official Point Show. Medina County Fairgrounds, 720 W Smith Rd, Medina, OH. Call 330.904.5018, email: info@ coscaonline.com or, www.coscaonline.com JUNE 17 – Sharon Flying Horse Association Open Horse Show, COSCA Official Point Show. Medina County Fairgrounds, 720 W Smith Rd, Medina, OH. Call 330.904.5018, email: info@ coscaonline.com or, www.coscaonline.com JUNE 21-24 – NOQHA Summer Six Pack Circuit. AQHA, OQHA and NOQHA approved. Findlay Western Farm, 14700 US Route 68, Findlay, OH. Contact Chris Darnell, show sec. 330.697.6353, email: ccdarnell@aol.com, or online at: www.noqha.com JUNE 21-23 – Twin Rivers Charity Horse Show. Delaware County Fairgrounds, 236 Pennsylvania Ave., Delaware, OH. Contact Leslie Backus at 740.815.3189, email: leslie@midohio.net, or call Judy Peters at 614.402.1260, or find us on Facebook. JUNE 21-24 – Brave Horse Summer Series Show III. USEF A Rated Show. Brave Horse Equestrian Center, 1029 S County Line Road, Johnstown, OH. Call 614.206.5452, email: ridebrave@brave-horse.com, find us on Facebook or visit www.brave-horse.com JUNE 23-24 – Ohio Cutting Horse Association Competition. OCHA Approved. Lazy H Ranch, 3399 OH-292, West Mansfield, OH. Stall or camper reservations: Scott 614.206.4649. OCHA Carrie Swingley 765.730.6204, or visit: www.ohiocuttinghorseassociation.com WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

Show & Event Dates JULY 25-AUG 5 – The Ohio State Fair is one of the largest fairs in the country! Food, Vendors, Carnival, Animals, Concerts, More! Ohio Expo Center, 717 East 17th Ave., Columbus, OH. 888.646.3976, email: info@expo.ohio.gov, or online at: www.ohiostatefair.com

JUNE 29, 30 & JULY 1 – Inter-State Triple Point Horse Show. Summit County Fairgrounds, 229 E. Howe Rd., Tallmadge, OH. Contact Terry Walker 724.433.5344, email: ctcwalk21@verizon.net

JULY 8 – Cowboy Trail Challenge, noon start. Open to the public. Open class entry $20. Knox County Horse Park, 7360 Thayer Road, Mount Vernon, OH. Contact Jordan 740.485.9038, or online at: www.knoxcountyhorsepark.com

JUNE 30-JULY 1 – Ashland Paint & Plain Saddle Club show, 9am start. PAC & OCAP approved. Ashland County Fairgrounds, 2042 Claremont Ave., Ashland, OH. Contact President Chunk Watts 330.317.0945, or visit us online at: www.ashlandpaintandplain.com

JULY 8 – NODA: Northern Ohio Dressage Association Schooling Show. Chagrin Valley Farms, 9250 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH. Call 440.543.7233, email: cvf@chagrin valleyfarms.com, online: www.chagrinvalley farms.com or www.nodarider.org

JULY 26-29 – The Pink Ribbon Classic Charity Horse Show. $$ Jackpot $$. Sunbeau Valley Farms, 3229 State Route 59, Ravenna, OH. Contact Amy Halier 412.298.2512, email: amy@royalefarms.com, www.pinkhorse.org

JUNE 30-JULY 1 – Crazy Woman Ranch 2018 Bonus Cash Series. 8:30am start. IBRA, NPBA, Roadies approved. 6450 LancasterCircleville Rd. SW, Lancaster, OH. Call Chris or Joyce Hanes at 614.595.1850, or find us on Facebook.

JULY 10-15 – Lucas County Fair Open Horse Shows, Weds., Thurs. & Sat. the week of fair. Lucas County Fairgrounds, 1406 Key Street, Maumee, OH. Call 419.893.2127, email: fairoffice@lucascountyfair.com, find us on Facebook or visit: www.lucascountyfair.com

JULY 28-29 – Ohio Cutting Horse Association Competition. OCHA Approved. Lazy H Ranch, 3399 OH-292, West Mansfield, OH. Stall or camper reservations: Scott 614.206.4649. OCHA Carrie Swingley 765.730.6204, or visit: www.ohiocuttinghorseassociation.com

JUNE 30-JULY 1 – OMIQHA Summer Sensation, 8am start. AQHA, NOQHA, OQHA, OMIQHA, NSBA approved. Eden Park Equestrian Complex, 2607 Blayney Rd., Sunbury, OH. Contact Chris Darnell 330.697.6353, email: ccdarnell@aol.com, www.noqha.com

JULY 13 – Keystone Saddle Club 2018 Contest Show Series. 7pm start, rain or shine. Glen Dunn Arena, 5695 Clay City Drive SE, Uhrichsville, OH. Email: keystonesaddleclub@gmail. com, find us on Facebook, or visit us online at: www.keystonesaddleclub.com

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JULY 14 – CT & Dressage Schooling Show. Majestic Farms, 5700 State Route 132, Batavia, OH. Call 513.625.3055, email: main office@majesticfarm.net, or visit us online at: www.majesticfarm.net

JULY 1 – Sunset Stables Firecracker Open Show. COSCA official point show. Portage County Fairgrounds, 4215 Fairground Road, Atwater, OH. Call 330.904.5018, email: info@coscaonline.com, or visit us online at: www.coscaonline.com JULY 6-8 – Ohio NBHA Buckeye Summer Jam. $12,000+ added money! Champion Center Expo, 4122 Laybourne Rd, Springfield, OH. Contact Hope Longaberger740.294.3033, email: hlongaberger@hotmail.com JULY 7 – Ranch Horse Show hosted by Ohio Foundation Quarter Horse Assoc. (OHFQHA), 9:15am start. Guernsey County Fairgrounds, 335 Old National Rd., Lore City, OH. Contact Debbie 740.819.8947, email: earnestdeb@ gmail.com, Facebook, or www.ohfqha.com JULY 7-8 – Buckeye Horse Park Benefit Open Show. COSCA official point show. Buckeye Horse Park, 9260 Akron Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH. Contact Barb Wright 330.549.2636, email: barbwright4100@gmail.com, or online at www.coscaonline.com JULY 7-8 – Ohio State Buckskin Association Show, 8am start. IBHA, NSBA, MOHSA, MVHSA approved show. Eden Park Equestrian Center, 2607 Blayney Rd, Sunbury, OH. Stall reservations: Carmen 740.877.1910 call/text or visit us online at: www.ohiobuckskins.org

JULY 19-22 – Brave Horse Summer Series Show IV. USEF A Rated Show. Brave Horse Equestrian Center, 1029 S County Line Road, Johnstown, OH. Call 614.206.5452, email: ridebrave@brave-horse.com, find us on Facebook or visit www.brave-horse.com JULY 20-22 – Portage County Charity Open Horse Show. COSCA official point show. Sunbeau Valley Farms, 3229 State Route 59, Ravenna, OH. Contact Linda 330.474.0825, email: marty1w@neo.rr.com or visit us online at: www.coscaonline.com JULY 21 – Keystone Saddle Club Pleasure Show Series. 10am start, rain or shine. Glen Dunn Arena, 5695 Clay City Drive SE, Uhrichsville, OH. Email: keystonesaddleclub@gmail. com, find us on Facebook, or visit us online at: www.keystonesaddleclub.com JULY 21 – Ohio Cutting Horse Association Competition. Broke Back Hills Cutting, 7420 Turk Rd., Brooklyn, MI, 517.403.0985. OCHA Carrie Swingley 765.730.6204, or online at: www.ohiocuttinghorseassociation.com Visit us online at:

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OHIO AUCTIONS Athens Livestock Sales: Regular sale every Tuesday at Noon. Athens Livestock Sales, 3738 Enlow Road, Albany, OH. Call 740. 592.2322 or find us on Facebook. Larue Horse Sale, LLC: Hay, Straw, Tack and Horse Auction on the first Saturday of every month. Larue Horse Sale, LLC, 1059 Richwood-Larue Rd., Larue, Ohio. 419.889.9150 or online at: www.laruehorsesale.com Mt. Hope Auction: Horse, Tack, Livestock Auctions Monthly. Mt. Hope Auction, 8076 OH-241, Mt. Hope, OH. Call 330.674.6188, or online at: www.mthopeauction.com Sugarcreek Livestock Auction: Horse sales every Friday of the month. Tack 11am, horses follow tack. Sugarcreek Livestock Auction, 102 Buckeye St., Sugarcreek, OH. Call 330. 852.2832 or find us on Facebook. 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. Call 1.800.364.2870, or visit us online at: www.yoderandfreyfarm.com PLEASE: Use the Calendar Tab for Show Dates!

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MSU Launches Farrier School, Fall 2018! There are currently approximately 155,000 horses in Michigan, based on the last Equine Survey (2007). While these numbers may have decreased somewhat based on the recession, the use of horses in the state has not decreased, and in fact may be increasing (personal observation). Each of these animals is in need of regular hoof care, with trimming required every 6-8 weeks and shoes (for those who are shod) required on a similar schedule. The old adage “no foot, no horse” holds, in that a horse without regular hoof care by a knowledgeable professional, is unlikely to be of use to its human caretakers. Further, most horsemen and women would rather hire someone knowledgeable to do this work than to do it themselves. Finally, well-trained farriers have the potential to make a decent living, as evidenced by “An American Farriers Journal survey in 2012 found that the national average annual salary for full-time farriers in the U.S. was reported to be $92,623 per year and for part-timers, $21,153. This amount is an average and varies according to experience level, training, etc.” (TheFarriersGuide.com) The problem currently facing the horse industry in the Midwest is that there is currently no reputable means by which to consistently produce well-trained farriers. Michigan residents wishing to pursue this line of work, have needed to leave the state for extended periods of time. Until now. Michigan State University will be launching the MSU Farrier School, starting Fall 2018! This 12 or 24week program will be housed on the MSU Horse Teaching and Research Center, and will be led by MSU alum, David Hallock, CJF, ASF. Students in the program will receive both hands-on and classroom-based instruction in hoof and farrier science, equine anatomy and physiology, basic welding, and business. The class will run 8 hours per day, with the intention of producing individuals poised to be well trained, professional farriers to serve the equine industry. TWENTY-FOUR WEEK PROGRAM: September 10 – November 30, 2018 and January 14-April 5, 2019 TWELVE WEEK PROGRAM: September 10 – November 30, 2018 TWELVE WEEK PROGRAM: January 14-April 5, 2019

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Welcome to Saddle Up! Magazines’ Youth Spot! This section features fun facts, word searches, puzzles, trivia and articles specifically tailored for equestrians ages 14 and under. Enjoy the fun!

Let your JOY burst forth like flowers in the Spring. DEVOTED TO YOUNG EQUESTRIANS

GYMKHANA – COMPETITIVE GAMES ON HORSEBACK! Gymkhana events are timed events on horseback. The team of horse and rider act as one athlete. It is important for each to be in good physical condition and to know what they are doing. Gymkhana events are fun for the spectator, as well as the horse and rider team alike. A beginning Gymkhana competitor should have basic horsemanship skills and a good understanding of what the rules of the game are. Some organizations have similar rules for competition, but some may be different. Classes may be offered by age group or by skill level. It’s the competitors responsibility to know the rules that govern a particular show that they are competing in. Many youth shows are governed by the counties 4-H rules, but some may be sponsored by a national organization such as the NBHA (National Barrel Horse Association). NBHA rules would apply for that show. 4-H designs its rules around the safety of horse and rider, as well as offering the 4-H member the skills and knowledge to advance to events that are sponsored by the AQHA, NBHA or other associations. Some important 4-H rules include: contestants can receive a 5 second penalty added to their time if they knock over or touch an obstacle with their hand. Holding the obstacle to keep it from falling is not allowed. Disqualification can occur if horse and rider are assisted into the arena, if they fail to dismount before leaving the arena, or if they lose forward motion. Make sure rules are noted before entering a competition. Michigan and Ohio State 4-H Rules require that competitors wear an SEI/ASTM approved safety helmet when participating in speed events (see sidebar for each state on the following page). When first starting out with a new horse or rider, learning the patterns for gymkhana is extremely important. Do the pattern at a walk at first to help the horse learn what is expected of it. Once comfortable with the pattern, then the horse and rider can continue at the trot and then eventually the canter. For safety’s sake, make sure the horse stops on command. The experts call this “Getting Your Whoa Before The Go.” Some other things to consider before starting in gymkhana events: • Make sure there is a good conditioning program in place for both horse/rider. • Make sure the horse is equipped with proper leg protection. Sports medicine boots work well, but for horses that strike out or crossfire, the extra hard padding that a splint boot offers may be required. • Proper hoof care, shoeing and trimming is recommended. Keeping the proper angle of the hoof is important to the horses performance. • One of the most common injuries to gymkhana horses are to their backs. A sloppy or unskilled rider can do a lot of damage to a horses back. Barrel Racing: Barrel racing, also known as the cloverleaf pattern, is one of the most popular patterns in gymkhana. Three barrels are placed in a triangle shape. Timing begins when the horses nose crosses the timing line. The contestant may choose to start the pattern on the right or left barrel. Regardless of the starting direction, he/she must make a complete turn around each barrel. The race is completed when the horses nose crosses the finish line. Pole Bending: A pole bending event is made up of 6 poles set at 21 feet apart in a straight line. The contestant enters the arena, runs along side the 6 poles, turns and then begins weaving through the first 5 poles, turns around the last pole and weaves back to the far end. As the rider turns the last pole, the horse is raced in a straight line back across the finish line. Kegs: 8 kegs are placed 21 feet apart in a straight line. The contestant begins weaving the keg pattern as soon as he/she reaches the first keg. They completely turn the last keg and weave all the way back through to the finish line. Indiana Flag Race: The Indiana Flag race is a triangle pattern similar to the cloverleaf pattern. However, weighted buckets sit on top of each of the barrels, one containing a flag. The contestant can begin on the right or left hand side, running along the outside of the barrel, pick up the flag, race around the end barrel and put the flag in the bucket of the last barrel and then cross the finish line. Contestants can be disqualified for knocking over the bucket, dropping the flag, hitting the horse with the flag or putting the flag end down in the bucket. ©2018 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • MAY 2018 (62) WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

GYMKHANA – COMPETITIVE GAMES ON HORSEBACK, continued Down & Back Flag Race: In the Down & Back Flag Race the rider is given a flag at the arena gate. The contestant races to a single barrel at the end of the arena, puts the flag into the bucket and races back across the finish line. Disqualifications are the same as in the Indiana Flag Race. Keyhole: The Keyhole pattern is a broken circle 22 feet with a throat of 5 feet wide. The sides of the throat can be either straight lines or angled lines 5 feet long. The keyhole pattern is drawn on the ground by the judge using chalk, lime or flour. The rider crosses the timing line, enters through the throat, turns around in the circle and then races back across the finish line. Speed & Action: 7 kegs are used to layout the Speed & Action pattern. 4 kegs are placed in a 12x24 foot square. 3 kegs, spaced 7 feet apart, are placed at the end of the arena. The rider crosses the timing line, through the box, down and around the center keg and returns to a stop between the 4 square kegs without stepping over the line at the end of the pattern, or spinning to a stop. There is a 5 second penalty added to the finished time for each keg that is knocked over. To read this article in its entirety, visit: http://msue.anr.msu.edu/uploads/ 234/41295/gymkhana/Gymkhana_A_UPDATED.pdf

DOWN & BACK

Knowing The Patterns For Gymkhana Is Extremely Important!

Start & Finish Line

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Start & Finish Line

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Ohio 4-H Equine Mandatory Helmet Policy All youth 19 years and under, participating in any 4-H equestrian activity, are required to wear properly fitted protective headgear which meets or exceeds current ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials)/SEI (Safety Equipment Institute) standards with the chin harness securely fastened at all times while riding or driving an equine. It is the responsibility of the rider, or the parent or guardian of the youth participant, to make sure that the headgear worn complies with appropriate safety standards for protective headgear intended for equestrian use, and is properly fitted and in good condition. The Ohio 4-H Horse Program, Show Committees, Officials, Extension Personnel and Volunteer Leaders are not responsible for checking headgear worn for such compliance. The Ohio 4-H Horse Program, Show Committees, Officials, Extension Personnel and Volunteer Leaders make no representation or warranty, expressed or implied, about any protective headgear, and cautions riders that death or serious injury may result despite wearing such headgear, as no helmet can protect against all foreseeable injuries in equestrian activities. The Ohio 4-H Horse Program, Show Committees, Officials, Judges, Extension Personnel and Volunteer Leaders may, at his/her discretion, check a participant’s protective headgear for proper standards. If the youth is found to be wearing unapproved, defective, or improperly fitted headgear, he/she will not be permitted to participate in riding or driving activities until proper headgear is acquired. (Source: Horse.osu.edu)

Michigan 4-H Protective Headgear Rule

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STATE 4-H HELMET RULES (MI & OH)

All participants in all hunter (over fences, on the flat and bareback), dressage, bareback, saddle seat and gymkhana classes are required to wear properly secured protective riding helmets whenever they are mounted. The helmets must meet the specifications of the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), must be manufactured and distributed by a participant in the certification program of the Safety Equipment Institute (SEI) and must bear the SEI cer tification label (SEI F1163 or above). The exhibitor (or his/her parent or legal guardian if the exhibitor is a minor) – not the local show officials or judge – is solely responsible for complying with the headgear rule. Show officials reserve the right to spot-check helmets at any time to verify compliance with this rule. It is highly recommended that all 4-H members participating in horse shows, practice events and any other riding activity wear protective headgear. There will be no discrimination against protective headgear, even if the style does not match the style of riding. Harnesses must be secured and must properly fit the head. A wellfitted helmet should stay on the rider’s head when the rider bends over at the waist and shakes his or her head from side to side. (Source: msue.anr.msu.edu/uploads/234/40261/ 2016_ State_Horse_Show_Rules__Regulations.pdf) WWW.SADDLEUPMAG.COM

GYMKHANA – COMPETITIVE GAMES ON HORSEBACK, continued St. Joseph County 4-H Horse Council

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Expo Barrels: $3.00 per ride or 2 for $5.00, 8am-8:45am 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35

A good Gymkhana horse must have the speed of a race horse, the turning quickness and agility of a cutting horse, and the control and responsiveness of the stock horse. The English military, during the Colonial period, used horses for both transportation and military maneuvers. On Sunday afternoons, the calvary would compete in horseback games to sharpen their horsemanship skills for war. Thus, Gymkhana had it’s beginning. Through the years, different events have been added, some of which originated in Europe, and others which were developed in the United States. In recent years, Gymkhana has been steadily gaining in popularity. New events have been designed for competition between riders, which bring into play the abilities of the rider and the speed and responsiveness of the horse.

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Age of rider as of January 1, 2018. Horse age as of December 31, 2018. # May not show in any other classes ** Walk/Trot rider or Novice horse may not show in any canter/lope classes @ May cross enter pleasure classes Sweepstakes: Money Added + 50% Entry- Paid 40-30-20-10 Trail Classes 54-58 run Friday Evening Only Classes entered at the gate will be subject to an entry fee of 1 ½ class fee. Must Be PRESENT to win September random drawing awards Year End High Pt Eligibility: Minimum of 4 shows & High Pt Nominations CLASS FEES $6 All Ages ($9 if entry @ gate) All Stalls $45 (All horses must be stalled) $10 Sweepstakes ($15 if @ gate) Camping – $30/Night Daily High Point Fee $5 Office Fee for Each Horse/Rider $10 * Valid driver’s license MUST accompany ALL checks & credit cards *

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