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Volume 6 Issue 6 October 15, 2012 SHOW RING TIMES
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By Kelley Reason
Morristown Charity A Show On The Rise In The East
Morristown, TN-The Morristown Charity Horse Show was held October 5-7, 2012 at the Walters State Great Smokey Mountains Expo Center in White Pine, TN. The Morristown Charity Horse Show is the host show to the American Saddlebred Horse Breeder’s Futurity of Tennessee and the ETSA Harvest Breeders Jackpot. This year saw the addition of an ASB Hunter Country Pleasure class. This show was well attended with trainers and exhibitors from several of the eastern states. Ms. Toni Knight Utoft had the judging honors and had many talented horses and riders presented before her. As in years past Morristown offered ample hospitality for attendees featuring a welcome party, a breakfast each morning offering hot coffee, hot chocolate, juice, warm donuts, muffins, and fresh fruit, a cookout for exhibitors, and a tailgate party Saturday night. This show continues to draw more and more trainers and exhibitors each year and expects this trend to continue in 2013. It’s one of the fastest growing shows in the East!
Weanling Champion He’s My Supremacy with Bobby Dunn.
Show Officials Judge - Ms. Toni Knight-Utoft, Saint Charles, IL Announcer - Ms. Lil Hedderich, Gray, TN Ringmaster - Mr. Ray Bible, Morristown, TN Organist - Ms. Martha Preston, Draper, VA Farrier - Mr. Taulby Runyon, Cleveland, TN Photographer - Mr. Terry Young, Lexington, KY Show Secretary - Ms. Janie Hamilton, Hixson, TN
Lisa Bible won the Road Pony Championship with Hawkeye’s Private Conversation. Page 10
Scenes from Morristown
One of the many large classes
Three- Gaited Champion –Don’t Tell’Em Jack and Pieter Snyman
Academy was a popular class at Morristown
Webb Harris and High Point’s Royal Flame won the open English Pleasure Class
10 & Under WT Equtitation Winner
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Wayne Ridge Farm-Shaping The Lives of Our Future Riders and Horses By Kelley Reason
Wayne Ridge Farm is nestled in the rural setting of Upton, KY. At first glance one might think this is a small Saddlebred operation, but on closer inspection and after talking with its owners you will quickly see that this operation has made a great impact on the Saddlebred industry in a big way in the past, present, and is putting its mark on the future. When asked about her life in the horse business Jodi Johnson had this to say, “I look back at nearly thirty years of life and I can’t remember a day that I didn’t go to sleep and wake up thinking about a horse or horse work. Even when strictly instructed to keep the horses out of the conversation it is a struggle to leave the horses in the barn. In my defense it is part of my breeding. LOL! My mother is just as bad and we often end up debating what will work or not work with this or that horse. We are the foundation of Wayne Ridge Farm, a small family focused farm located in Upton KY.” “Wayne Ridge evolved from Floyd Farms when I graduated from college and officially lost my amateur status and made the decision to jump head first into the horse industry. Wayne was my maternal grandfather’s name and Wayne Ridge was the name of my grandparent’s first farm when they married sixty years ago. Changing the name was part of starting a new chapter in the family business. Fifteen years ago my mom focused largely on breeding and selling young horses and has helped bring into the world some great horses such as Tiger Lee, Jewells Teton, and Billy Jewell. Today we still raise several colts but also have a strong lesson program that includes some special needs students. In addition to having more riding students we are working towards finding productive homes for those horses that will never step foot on the green shavings but have just as much heart. We believe strongly in giving every horse the opportunity to be the best they can be. As a result we produce very finished young horses that can be shown, trail ridden or give riding lessons.” “One of the benefits to being family focused is having my sister and her three kids in and around the barn every day. Watching them evolve as riders has been a wonderful experience. I am looking forward to many years of watching them ride and play at home and at the horse show.” Wayne Ridge Farm offers affordable training and board. If you are looking for expertise in breaking your colt or filly look no further. They break and train horses of all ages and most breeds(specializing in the American Saddlebred). They always have quality prospects and finished horses available. Beginner to advanced lessons in riding and driving are offered for children and adults. Wayne Ridge also proudly stands to the public: Eli Simpson(Family Jewels x Simpsonville Lil), One For New Yorker(I’m A New Yorker x One For The Roses), and Supreme’s Family Jewel(Family Jewels x Song Of Scheherazade). Mare care is available as well as pasture breeding and natural cover. Wayne Ridge Farm is located at 14534 South Dixie Hwy, Upton, KY. Lorrie Floyd, Jodi’s mother, can be reached at 270-320-6732 and Jodi Johnson can be reached at 270-320-5928. Stop by and visit with Jodi and Lorrie at Wayne Ridge Farm-you will not be disappointed. Page 12
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Scenes from Morristown
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Emily and Tulby Runyon enjoyed the show
Kathryn Rodosky and Sharon Wilson celebrate a win with You’re Looking Swell Dolly in Country Pleasure
Hunter Pleasure Winner-Freedom’s Vision
An Academy Champion
Jeff Leech had a winning ride
Deborah Richardson was the Five- Gaited Amateur Champion with Tobie McGuire
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Kentucky Fall Classic 2012 By Donna Nabors The 2012 Kentucky Fall Classic enjoyed another picture-perfect week in early October. Thoroughbred people often brag about Keeneland this time of year, but the Kentucky Horse Park deserves kudos for their lovely landscaping and fountains throughout the world famous horse attraction. With cool evenings and warm days, there were no complaints about the weather from visitors or locals alike. With over 300 horses competing in 96 classes, there were very few classes that had more participants than ribbons. The Bluegrass Futurity had 14 qualifiers, and Last Chance Farm’s Caprious Night came away the big winner. The Five Gaited Limit class had 12 entries, and ten competed in the Three Gaited Country Pleasure Adult Novice. The Three Gaited Country Pleasure Adult class found nine vying for the judge’s attention, and eight were entered in the Three Gaited Show Pleasure 15-17 class. Seven competed in the Show Pleasure Driving, Jr. Five Gaited, Five Gaited Show Pleasure, Three Gaited Show Pleasure Adult and the UPHA Park Pleasure Classic. Golden Creek Farm would have to be considered for top honors in the owner category. From their ten entries, they came away with seven blue ribbons. Regal’s Monarch LF took the Roadster Pony to Bike Open class, Heartland Road Show the UPHA Hackney Pony Classic, Mr. Center Stage the Ladies Three Gaited, Last Call was the first call in the Harness Pony Amateur class, and Lynn Williams was the winner in the Ladies Five Gaited class. The Roadster Pony Stake was won by Mastercraft’s Forecaster and the Hackney Pony Stake crowned Regal’s Trademark LF for first place. B & T Vonderschmitt LLC signed up for five classes and won three of them. Undalata’s Snow Flake won the Three Gaited Country Pleasure Novice and Championship, and Ridgefield’s Dancing Soldier was the Jr. Five Gaited winner. Joellen Fisher Blount had a lot to be proud of with her four entries, of which three were awarded the top prize. Double Black Diamond won the Fine Harness Jr. Limit class, At Midnight took the blue in the Three Gaited Park class and Lady O’Lydia collected the blue ribbon in the Three Gaited Jackpot class. Carol Hillenbrand also had four entries and she made off with two first place finishes Page 16
Rhiannon White, John Conatser, Tammie Conatser
Scenes from the Kentucky Fall Classic with her standout Work It winning both the Amateur Three Gaited class and the Championship. Also with four entries was Stacey Himmelstein-White; Sharpie won the Three Gaited Show Pleasure 14 & Under and Lulu Guinness won the Three Gaited Limit class. Making a big impression on the judge with a single entry were quite a few owners. The David Rudder family won both the Jr. Exhibitor Three Gaited and Championship classes with The Proof Is In The Heir. Beth Ann Rhoades got the blue ribbon in both the Three Gaited Country Pleasure Jr. Exhibitor and Championship class with Lucky Curve. Sarah Wise took first place honors in the Show Pleasure Driving class and Championship with Gypsy Gentlemen. The duo of Edward Bennett and Christine Broder claimed first place in the Country Pleasure Driving and the Championship with CH Callaway’s Halley’s Comet. As the 2012 show season winds down, owners and trainers alike are looking toward the remaining shows and making their plans. With the cancellation of the Alabama Charity this year, everyone is in hopes it was a “one-time” occurrence and not indicative of what’s to come. While the economy the past couple of years has not been particularly kind to horse people of all breeds, and it’s no secret that owning and showing horses is a luxury rather than a necessity, no one even mildly involved in our sport wants to see one less show to participate in for 2013 and beyond. Pick and choose your favorite shows and support them any way you can, otherwise they may not be around in the future.
Michelle Moss Trowbridge and Big Time Dare after debuting to a win in the Jr. Park Pleasure class
Marlyn McFarland, Beth Harris, Sandy Ferreby, John Ferreby
Ed Millet takes a moment to pose with Gotta Have Her Page 17
Scenes from the Kentucky Fall Classic
Melody Adler and Kim Skipton
Maureen Campbell, Rich Campbell, Hollie Hayes and Bailey Manuel, Wendy Wendstat and Julie Wilson
Justin Cowley and Cee Cee Hagan Page 18
Lisa Holt and Linda Beltz
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World Championships 2012 For All It’s Worth By Donna Nabors The World Championships mean different things to different people. For some, it’s the culmination of many months, perhaps years, of hard work. For others, the week-plus of festivities is the social event of the season. Some people consider winning a ribbon, any ribbon at Louisville, worth every sacrifice they’ve made. Still others look upon the third week in August as a gage as to their competence as a horse trainer, honored to have a horse worthy to step onto the green tarmac and have the eyes of the Saddlebred world on them even if it’s only for a few minutes. A diverse group of words come from the mouths of those participating in the 2012, some expected and some, well. . . not so much. Bret Day was one of many who, when asked “What is the first word that comes to your mind when “Louisville” is mentioned?” Ashsley Blu from Illinois echoed the same sentiment, as did Richie Jacobs and Misha Gover. Lupe Valencia thought of Freedom Hall. Jim Spurrier said “expenses” while Pam said “exciting”. Laura Green immediately thought of “blue ribbons” and Jackie Lesniak proclaimed “green shavings”. Jeff Humble’s comment was, without hesitation, “work”, Sherry Brandl voted for “hard work” and David Mountjoy took liberties with the answer by saying, quite emphatically, “a week’s aggravation”. Obviously the world’s most famous Saddlebred horse show means different things to different people.
Jim and Pam Spurrier
Strolling the grounds before the start of the 109 year old event, there was the obvious electric anticipation of something big about to happen. The only thing is, this is the atmosphere each and every day, before each and every class. The very best of the best have come to Louisville, Kentucky, to perform and prove they are as good, if not better, than they’ve been throughout the show season. With roughly 1800 entries from across the United States and internationally from Canada, Germany, Great Britian, South Africa and The Neatherlands, tickets to this event for a Saddlebred enthusiast is akin to a grandstand ticket to the Kentucky Derby for followers of horse racing. One person who can appreciate all the emotions that come with this most prestigious Saddlebred horse show is Jerry Cummins of Equus Farms in Nicholasville, Kentucky. Quiet and diminutive, one could almost pass by Jerry without noticing him, but once he starts talking about his love for his horses, it doesn’t take long to realize that this someone who knows what it’s like to experience the highs and lows of being a part of the horse business. As retired school teachers, Jerry and his partner Paul Adams have a small but thriving business in Jessamine County boarding and foaling out Thoroughbred mares. Even Savannah Schoen, Madison Patton, Stephanie England-Grey, Matt though they both get excited when one of their former nursery resiGeorge, Hannah Vaggeddes, Patricia Clifford, Ashley Glies dents does well at the sales or on the track, it’s their involvement with the Hackney ponies and Saddlebreds that capture their hearts. Although not as involved in training and showing the ponies recently as they have in years past, you can still see the Equus blue and red silks at many of the local shows. Always one to prefer quality over quantity, a few years ago Jerry had his eye on one particular two year old filly named Titleist Imagination. A full sister to WC Titleist Symbol, the filly was raised by Ed Millett and was working out one day when Jerry saw her for the first time. Jerry didn’t act, and the filly was sold to someone else. As fate would have it, Jerry did finally buy her as a ten year old. The first year he bred her to Sir William Robert and she produced “Typo”, later renamed Imagine the Possibilities, presently owned by Dr. Terry Altpeter. The second foal, by Castle Bravo, became the well Page 20
Scenes f rom the 2012 World Championships known and successful Walk-Trot horse Work It, at one time owned by Ceil and Ken Wheeler and now owned by Carol Hillenbrand. Her third and final foal, by Trust Fund, was named I’m the Passion Thang by Paul, who fondly recalled this particular liquid refreshment he sampled on vacation at St. Johns Island. Trained by Beth Harris for Jerry and Paul, this Fine Harness mare was brought along slowly and deliberately, and at the Rock Creek Horse Show this past summer, Jerry got the most unique birthday present ever when he got to see his baby take a third place ribbon in her class. A crowd favorite at Rock Creek, she caught the eye of Theresa Vonderschmitt, and not too long afterward, she talked Jerry into selling the highly talented mare. Jerry was not the owner of record when newly-named Trust My Imagination won the Fine Harness Class at Louisville, but he humbly accepted the accolades while escorting Beth and the mare out of the ring after their victory lap. As exciting as it was, it was still a slightly bittersweet moment for the experienced horseman. Had Jerry known that his “golden-goose” broodmare would founder and have to be put down recently, he admits he might not have sold “Passion” so quickly. With the good comes the bad, and those that stay in the horse business for any length of time know that. But Jerry Cummins has accomplished so much with so little, all because of his knowledge and experience. One good mare is all it takes to get the ball rolling, and perhaps one day in the future Jerry will be playing ball again. The Saddlebred World Championships can be described with numerous adjectives, some serious, some humorous. However you want to label it, as an owner, trainer, rider, driver, breeder or spectator, it is a place and an event like no other, class after class, year after year. Even those who participate and don’t leave with a coveted ribbon of any color, just being a part of this storied occasion makes for memories that are recalled over and over for years, if not decades, to come. Thanks to all that gave their best in Louisville, and here’s hoping to see you again next year. . . . . . Paul, you had any more of those Passion Thang drinks lately?
Richie Jacks, David Mountjoy and Lupe Valencia
Bret Day
John Field and his family, Tari, Aidan, Brock, Connal and father Bill
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Bobby Jones, Jannelle and Alex, along with Scrappy, the dog.
Rance Boozer, Carol Kunkle, Jerry Tolliver, Debbie Tolliver, Delilah the dog, Jenna Caron, Laura Green
Morgan Palmer and Tyler Offutt
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Andrea and Ed Sanford
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Victory Lane Farm LLC Making Its Mark In The Saddlebred Industry and On Young Lives By Kelley Reason Nestled in a small town in the Eastern section of North Carolina is a dedicated young lady making a tremendous impact on many young lives as well as the Saddlebred industry. In this time when the economy has adversely affected the number of people involving themselves in riding and showing this is one barn that is thriving and truly making a difference on young people. Victory Lane Riding Academy LLC is owned by Holly Balance Neal. She is also the trainer and instructor. Victory Lane Academy LLC is located in Wilson, NC. Holly will tell you that she has always loved horses. She began taking lesson at the age of 6 in both saddle seat and hunt seat. She loved riding in general but fell in love with the American Saddlebred. Holly developed a passion for equitation and still teaches the importance of “good” equitation in her lessons even for those who do not show. She has been teaching lessons for 17 years and began training about 12 years ago. Holly is making a huge impact and has produced a number of Champions on the Open Show Circuit as well as 4H District, State and Regional Champions, Open High Point Morgan Champions and Open Circuit Regional ASB Champions. In 2009 she was honored to receive the East Coast OpenShow Circuit Trainer of the Year Award. As an instructor and trainer, Holly focuses on the local and open show circuits, which are alive and well in Eastern NC. VLRA also shows at some of the “A” circuit shows as well. Holly and her husband Bradley and her twin boys, Mason and Dylan, opened their current facility, a rather small farm of 14 acres in Wilson, NC in December of 2007. Holly says proudly, “I was finally living my dream and could look out my backdoor and have the horse farm at my home. The name Victory Lane came from my first Saddlebred, Mark of Victory SL. “Victory” his barn name became the Victory in Victory Lane Riding Academy. He was by far the best babysitter, teacher and diversified Saddlebred I’ve ever had the privilege of owning. Victory did everything from Show Pleasure, Equitation, Country Pleasure, Driving, Jumping, Hunter and Western Pleasure and he also loved to trail ride. He played a huge role in my life as a child.” As if life is not busy enough, Holly also teaches part time at Community Christian School as an Art Teacher and Yearbook Advisor. This is her 10th year at CCS. The school is located at the other end of the road the farm is on (convenient huh?) “God had a plan for me and my family ,but that in itself is another testimony, however, that is how VLRA came to be. Obviously I enjoy teaching not only kids and adults but horses and myself. There are always new things to teach and always new things to learn. I am blessed with a wonderful husband and without him to help support me, I could not live out this dream. I am blessed with our two wonderful boys who graciously share their mom to all who come to VLRA and the many hours I am not at home. I have also been blessed to have had many instructors, mentors and friends over my career and very supportive parents. Many thanks to Myra Williams, the late Carol Gardiner, Terry Pace, Wanda Bunn, Mary Ann Harris, Heather Boodey and Kelley Reason. I am proud of all the accomplishments, sweat and tears and look forward to all the new goals set, time spent in and out of the saddle and the memories to be made.” Holly Balance Neal can be reached at 252-289-7274 and welcomes you to visit their website at www.vlra.bravehost.com. On a personal note: I am so proud of you Holly!!!! Love Ya! Kelley
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2-4 National Academy Championship Finals, Murfreesboro, TN, Joyce Webster(256)606-2099; joyce-webster@att.net; 18-20 Southern Saddlebred Fall Finale and Sale, Murfreesboro, TN,James & Jackie Hale (205)669-6649(office) www.nationalacademychampionships.org or (205)669-1880(fax); www.southernsaddlebredsales.com 2-4 Harvest Days Horse Show, Tampa, FL, Becky Buffington(813)926-6974 or (813)740-3500; www. 18-21 Mid-America Mane Event, Springfield, IL, Joy tampahorseshows.org or bbuffington11@tampabay.rr.com Meierhans(630)557-2575; jm@themeierhans.com or www. midamericahorseshow.org 2-11 Toronto Royal Winter Fair, Toronto, ON; www.royalfair. 19-20 Dallas Fall Classic, Dallas, NC, Ray Cloninger(704)458- org 1611; kcloninger@aol.com or www.raycloninger.com 12-17 UPHA/American Royal National Championship, Kansas City, MO, Beth Snider(502)647-0076 or (502)31419-21 Saddlebred Futurity, Las Vegas, NV, Harriet 7960; www.americanroyal.com or bethandscott@kih.net Landrum(805)687-8711; rhood@razzolink.com 20 Mid-West Hackney Fall sale/Clinic, Springfield, IL, Ray or Karen Wood(815)638-2071; asb10@earthlink.net or www. midwesthackney.com
17-18 Georgia Fall Classic, Perry, GA; Bruce Payton (404)353-8912; bp5gaited@bellsouth.net or ddavis729@ yahoo.com
24-27 North Carolina State Fair, Raleigh, NC, Dale Barnett(919)839-4701; dale.barnett@ncargr.gov or www. ncstatefair.org
28-Dec 2 Jingle Bell, Del Mar, CA, Lance Bennett or Scott Hickey(760)724-3355; ranchovista@sbcglobal.net
25-28 Twin State Octoberfest, West Springfield, MA,Sue Arthur(603)887-5937; sarthur110@aol.com or www. twinstate.org
DECEMBER
26-28 Arizona Futurity Horse Show, Scottsdale, AZ, Melanni A Hershberger (480)443-3372; www. americansaddlebredassociationofarizona.com 27 SAHIBA Spring Horse Affair, Shelbyville, KY; Deneb Thompson (304)389-5717; cygnusarabs@yahoo.com or www. sahiba.org 29-30 Robertson Equine Sales, Shelbyville, KY, Jimmy Robertson(502)802-6977(cell) or Helen Robertson(502)8026777; www.robertsonequinesales.com
1-2 TASHA Holiday Show, Katy, TX; Janie Hamilton (214)478-0897; dkhoss@aol.com or www.texasasha.info Page 31
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Arizona
DESERT PALMS EQUESTRiAN CENTER, LLC. (Saddlebred) Training • Sales • Lessons • Summer Camp. Michelle McVey, owner/trainer/instructor. 28410 North 44th St. Cave Creek, AZ 85331. Barn/Office: (480) 239-4896; Email: michelle@deserpalms.net. Website: www.desertpalms.net MATThEW ROBERTS STABLES LLC (Saddlebred) Boarding, Training, Sales, Showings, Lessons. Matthew Roberts, Owner/Trainer/instructor; Jolene Galvin, instructor. Mailing Address: 28248 N Tatum Blvd, Cave Creek, AZ 85331; Phone: (480) 4198010; Email: matthew@matthewrobertsstables.com; Web: www.matthewrobertsstables. com
Georgia
BiLL SChOEMAN STABLES (Saddlebred Services) Training, instruction, Sales, Breeding. We offer quality young horses for sale. Owner: Bill Schoeman Trainer: Bill Schoeman P.O. Box 220 Lexington, GA 30648 Ph: 706-614-1335 www.billschoemanstables.com BLUFF CREEK STABLES (Saddlebred/hackney)Training*Sales*Lessons;Mary Ann/Billy Jones, Owners; Deanna Edgy, Trainer, instructor; 189 Bluff Creek Drive Colonel’s island Midway, Georgia 31320; (Barn)912-884-WhOA (9462); maryanncjones@hotmail.com ; www.bluffcreekstables.com GRAVEL hiLL FARMS(Saddlebred, hackney, Morgan)Training*Breeding*Sales*L essons; Alicia/Jim Floyd, owners; 133 Graybeard Lane, hinesville, GA 31313; Alicia Floyd (912)977-1366; jimfloyd@coastalnow.net RED OAK STABLES(Saddlebreds, hackney Ponies, Roadsters) Boarding*Training* Lessons*Sales*Breeding; Nancy Sealy, Owner; Clay Noel, Trainer; Erin Peel, instructor; Sid Perryman, Consultant; 2228 Midway Church Rd, Forsyth, Georgia 31029; (478)394-0157; redoak1@redoakstables.com; www.redoakstables.com SOQUiLi STABLES (Saddlebred) Training, Showing, Sales, Breeding, Prospects for sale. Betty and Ron Moore, partners; Randy Stoess and Allison Walker, Trainers; hector Castillejo, Asst Trn; Kathy Brodie, Breeding Mgr. 6330 Putnam Ford Dr., Woodstock, GA 30189. (770) 928-6760 (stable); (770) 592-5256 (fax); (678) 294-0291 (Stoess cell)
Illinois
LOWRY STABLES - (Saddlebred, Morgan) Training, Sales, Showing, Breeding, Riding Lessons: Jim and Fay Lowry, Owners/Trainer: 1522 County Rd. 100, Seymour, iL 61875: (217)687-4551: lowrystables@aol.com SKYLiNE STABLES LLC (Saddlebred) Donna and Kenny Smith, Owners/Trainers. P.O. Box 1379, New Lenox, iL 60451. (520) 991-6536 (cell) ; (815) 463-8418 (stable) skylineasb@aol.com
Indiana
DELOVELY FARM (Saddlebred, Roadster, Equitation) Training, Sales, Riding instruction. Raymond and Lillian Shively-Owners; Todd Miles, Trainer; Mark Turner, Trainer; Constance Young and Andrew Deminey-Assistant Trainers; Karen Greenwell-Assistant instructor. 3476 W. County Rd 50 N., Rockport, iN 47635. (812) 649-2518 (barn); (812) 649-9949 (barn fax); www.delovelyfarm.com iNDiAN CREEK FARM(Morgan, Saddlebred) Training*Sales*Lessons*Breeding* instruction; A. Russell and Jeanette Quilhot , owners; Kurt hufferd, manager/trainer; Shanna Gish, trainer/instructor; 6550 E 900 South Columbia City, iN 46725; (260)3962640; Fax (260)396-2670; indiancr@aol.com; www.indiancreekfarm.net NRG FARM (American Saddlebred) Training, Sales, Riding instruction; Gene Ress and Nancy Ress, Owners; Nancy Ress, Trainer; Miguel Flores, Asst. Trainer; Ali Sandage, instructor; 12094 State Road 37, Tell City, iN 47586; (812) 836-2070
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Kentucky
ALLiANCE STUD (Saddlebred, Morgan) Breeding, Embryo Transfer, Training, Sales. Scott Bennett, DVM, Owner. 1630 Todd’s Point Rd., Simpsonville, KY 40067. (502) 722-0203; alliancestud@aol.com; www.alliancestud.com. ARROWhEAD FARM (Saddlebred, hackney, Roadster) Training, Breeding, Sales. Melinda Moore, Trainer. 2305 harrodsburg Rd, Lawrenceburg, KY 40342. (859)6131645 (cell). AUTUMN hiLLS FARM, LLC (Saddlebred) Training, Showing, Sales; Steve and tiffany Wheeler, Owners/Trainers. 1630 Todds Point road, Simpsonville, KY 40067. Phone (859) 576-5221 or (859) 608-2632. tiffanyewheeler@aol.com hiLLViEW STABLES (Saddlebred, Roadster, hackney Pony) Training, Showing, Sales, Lessons. Steve and Suzanne Crabtree, Owners/Trainers. 1337 hogenville Rd., Elizabethtown, KY 42701. (270) 737-7508. PENNY LANE FARM, iNC. (Saddlebred, hackney, Roadster) Training, Sales, Riding instruction, Showing, Breeding, Broodmare Care, Retirement. Amy & Dale hanson, Owners. Jon Wallace, trainer; Melinda Young, trainer/instructor. 370 housman Rd, Boaz, KY 42027. (270) 658-3970; “Quality Young & Finished horses Available.” Email: ahanson@pennylanefarm.us VENTURA FARM (Saddlebred) Sales • Training • home of Classic American Saddlebreds. Kathy Snyder, owner; Mike hylton, trainer. 2849 Mt. Eden Rd., Shelbyville, KY 40065. Phone: (502) 633-9371; Stable: (502) 647-3238. WiNGSWEPT FARM (Saddlebred) Training, Lessons, Sales. Stephanie Sedlacko, Owner/Trainer. 7175 harrodsburg Road. Nicholasville, KY 40356.Cell (410)708-1201 Barn (859) 887-0955 wingsweptdoll47@hotmail.com ZUBROD STABLES(Saddlebred) Training*Sales*Lessons; Bonnie Zubrod, owner/ manager; Cindy Z. Boel, trainer; PO Box 379, Prospect, KY 40059; Stable (502)228-3377; Zubrod Res (502)228-5367; Cindy Boel (502)338-7805
Massachusetts
ROCKiNG hORSE FARM (Saddlebred, hackney, Morgan) “Where Champions Meet” Training, Sales, Showing, instruction. Lillian Gilpin, owner/trainer. 99 Palmer Rd., Plympton, MA 02367 (781) 424-4788; rockinghorsefarm1@yahoo.com
New Jersey
SiREN SONG STABLE (Saddlebred, Friesian) Training & Sales. Dr. Scott and Annika Bruggeworth, Owners; Jerry hutson, Trainer; Cassidy hutson, instructor. 337 Clarkstown Rd., Mays Landing, NJ 08330. (609) 909-0170 (stable); (215) 284-9009 (cell)
New York
DAR MAUR MANOR (Saddlebred, hackney, Morgan) Training, Sales, Showing, Boarding, instruction, Equine Transportation. Maureen & Thomas Quackenbush, owners; Christopher Carrick, trainer; Laura Denale, instructor. 2858 Old State Route 12, Sauquoit, NY 13456. (315)-737-8862 (farm); (315) -737-8210 (house); (269) -357-4280 (Chris); (315) -507-7099 (Laura) www.darmaurmanor.com; maureen@darmaurmanor. com; cscarrick@gmail.com; ldenale@hotmail.com LUKENS STABLES (Saddlebred) Boarding*Training*instruction; Jan Lukens, owner/trainer; 259 Tracy Rd; Ravena, NY 12143; (518)756-9777; Fax (518)756-8272; Resident student accommodations
North Carolina
HIGH CALIBER STABLES (Saddlebred, Hackney) Training, Sales, Instruction. Mary and Evan Orr, Owners/Trainers. 704-500-6166 (Cell); 336-769-4701 (Barn); 1736 Union Cross Road Kernersville, NC 27284; Mail: 1100 Reynolds Price Drive Kernersville, NC 27284; highcaliberstables@hotmail.com TARA FARM LLC(Morgan)Breeding*Sales*Training*Lessons; “Where champion performers produce champion foals.” Frances Pugh, owner; Ken/Diana Swanson, trainers; 715 Newton Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615; Stable (919)847-5774; Fax (919)866-1735; email tarafarm@bellsouth.net
Tennessee
BLUE GRASS FARM (Saddlebred, Hackney) Breeding. Specializing in young stock. Trainer: Jerry Toliver (865) 659-6223 ; Tails by Debbie Toliver (865) 659-6221 EvANS LAKEvIEW STABLES(Saddlebreds, Caters to All Breeds)Boarding* Training*L essons*Breeding; Standing At Stud: Periaptus Maximus by Periaptor; Featuring a 50 x 180 indoor lighted arena and coming soon 100 x 200 outdoor ring; Randy/Sally Evans,Owner. 21876 E. Coast Tellico Parkway, Greenback, TN 37742; (865)566-2707; fax(865)8568588; sally@evanslakeviewstables.com; evanslakeviewstables.com TYLER NUNLEY STABLES, Saddlebreds; Training, Sales, Broodmare and Foal Management. Prospects for your consideration available at all times. Tyler Nunley- Owner/ Trainer; 326 Bridwell Hts. Rd., Kingsport, TN 37664, cell (423) 967-7799, barn (423) 2888760 or fax (423) 288-7695; email tylernunley@gmail.com.
Virginia
FORT CHISWELL STABLES (American Saddlebreds)Breeding, Training, Specializing in Young Horses; Standing at Stud: Attache’s Royal Assets and Mountain Empire; Dickey Davis, Owner/Trainer; 2484 E. Lee Hwy Wythville, vA 24382; (H)276-6203216/(Fax)276-637-3216
West Virginia
MOUNTAIN TRAIL STABLES (American Saddlebreds, Roadsters,Friesians)Training, Lessons,Boarding,Breeding, Retirement; Standing at Stud: Forty Third Street, Katies Rob Roy, and Grey Ridge Heiro Smith; Ralph/Shirley Trail, Owners; Shirley Trail, Trainer; 1048 Bicknal Flats Rd., Rock, Wv 24747; Shirley-Cell(304-920-8762; mountaintrailstables@yahoo.com
Wisconsin
HOLLOW HAvEN FARM (Saddlebred) Training, Showing, Sales, Equitation. Andy and Lynda Freseth, owners/trainers. N77W36498 Saddlebrook Lane, Oconomowoc, WI 53066. Stable (920) 474-4704; Fax (920) 474-4724, www.hollowhaven.com
Apparel
BECKER BROTHERS LLC EQUESTRIAN OUTFITTERS; 115 Walton Avenue, Lexington, KY 40508 (859) 233-0700 www.beckerbrothersllc.com FRIERSON’S - Custom Riding Apparel - Saddle Suits starting at $895. Custom made shirts, vests, and hunt coats. P.O. Box 1122 Saluda (Asheville) NC 28773. 1-800-225-6419; friersonssuits@charter.net.
Associations
SADDLEBRED RESCUE - A 501 c 3 not for profit organization dedicated to rescuing American Saddlebreds and other saddle breeds from horse auctions and other venues where they are often bound for slaughter. Saddlebred Rescue works with trainers and owners to return them to useful, cared for, and dignified lives as show horses, lesson horses, and companion animals. Neilia McCracken, president; Pat Johnson, Executive Director; Christy Parker, founder. (908) 304-3560; www.saddlebredrescue.com. UNITED PROFESSIONAL HORSEMEN’S ASSOCIATION (UPHA) Karen G. Rich ardson, Executive Secretary; 4059 Iron Works Parkway #2, Lexington, KY 40511 (859) 231-5070 (phone) (859) 255-2774 (fax) www.UPHAonline.com; UPHAKGR@aol.com
Directory
Business/Services
BROWN’S CLIPPER SERvICE-Repair clippers, sharpen blades, sell clippers and accessories; Jay Brown; 1119 South 4th Street, Springfield, Illinois 62703; (217)414-8126 MORTON BUILDINGS-Byron Day, Manager; 118 Jones Lane, Frankfort, KY 406019807; Office(502)875-4312; Fax(502)875-7136;Res(859)873-1044; Cell; (859)221-3178; www.mortonbuildings.com
Insurance
INDEPENDENT EQUINE AGENTS - Kris Knight, CEO - Equine, Farm and Liability Insurance Specialists. 10234 Shelbyville Road, Louisville KY 40223. (502) 245-6878 or (800) 346-8880; (502) 245-9698 (Fax); ieahorse@bellsouth.net; www.independentequineagents.com PLAMP-KEEN AGENCY - All forms of livestock and farm related insurance. D. Chris Keen and Erin B. Mason. PO Box 5039 or 1705 Bardstown Rd., Louisville, KY 402550039; (502) 451-7700 or 1-800-626-2494; (502) 458-7416 (fax); chrisk@plampkeen.com; erinm@plampkeen.com.
Ribbons and Awards
ROYAL RIBBONS AND AWARDS 889 Colloredo Blvd., Shelbyville, TN 37160; Phone/Fax (931)685-0110; Owned by Keith and Suzy Johnson; Ribbons-Trophies-Back Numbers-Crystal Awards.
Switches
TAIL SWITCHES BY ELAINE GREGORY – 7’ to 9’ long silver, black, creamy white, strawberry blonde switches as well as a great variety of liver and silver, solid liver and red chestnut switches. Call Elaine Gregory at (802) 276-2155 or (802) 249- 9170. Email at saddlebreds4sale@elainegregory.com
Photographers
A CLASSIC EXPRESSION - Photography by Ted Douglass. Horse shows, portraits, farm shoots; 231 KingSt., Boscawen, NH 03303 (603) 491-9964; tdouglass@aclassicexpression.com ; www.aclassicexpression.com Avis (Girdler) (502) 245-4365; www.avisphoto.com Bowling, Michael (606) 739-0239 Church, Courtney, (651) 442-0007; www.courtneychurchphotography.com Douglas, Natasha (276) 445-5545; www.photosbynat.com Elcock, Laura (913)469-4282; elcockphotography@kc.rr.com Fox, Brittany (205)807-0423; www.bee-photography.com Hall, Sandra (843) 623-6652; www.sandrahallphotopgraphy.com Jacobs, Jane and Brooke (859) 321-5393; www.janejacobsphotography.com Kelley, Rachel (502) 905-5851 ; www.rachelkelleyphoto.com Kelsey, Tracy (434) 203-9378; www.tracykelseyphotography.com Kirk, Jim (404) 667-2827 www.jimkirkphotography.com McBride, Casey (623) 580-1768; www.caseymcbridephotography.com Mohme, Jerry (512) 203-2809; www.jerrymohmephotography.com Moseder, Bob and Jean (904) 825-7645 www.bobmosederphoto.com Murphy, Chris (919) 606-2862; www.cmurphy-photo.com Osteen, Rick and Joni ( 760) 752-4498; www.rickosteen.com Pieper, Sara (608) 257-2621; www.sarapieper.com SaddlebredWeb, (859) 299-0892; www.saddlebredweb.com Schatzberg, Jack and Judy (602) 522-9777 Schatzberg, Howard (480)-595-2865; www.howardschatzberg.com Shiflet, Doug and Debbie (336) 629-6545; www.dougshiflet.com Shiflet, Shane and Suzy (336) 318-2116; www.shaneshifletphoto.com Strickroot, Gayle (859) 321-5389; www.kyimages.com Uecker-Keough, Debbie (619) 933-2730; www.photobydebbie.com val Web Creations (502) 418-7207; www.valWebCreations.com Washburn, Terri and Kirk (507)789-4657; www.washburnimages.com
Wollaber, Linda and Bruce (304) 755-7240; www.wollaberphotography.com Young, Terry (859) 264-8579; www.terryyoungphoto.com
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News grand national PrograM to Be dissolved at Year-end
Missouri Breeders Challenge auCtion
This decision by the ASR Board and Grand National Committee is the result of a decline in Grand National horse recordings and stallion nominations over the last ten years.
The American Saddle Horse Breeders Futurity of Missouri invites stallion owners to be part of the annual Missouri Breeders Challenge stallion service auction, to be held Wednesday evening, November 14 at the UPHA/ American Royal in Kansas City. This prestigious breeders’ sweepstakes offers owners the opportunity to see their stallions’ weanlings compete for significant prize money at a top national venue. In addition, the stallion is advertised free of charge on the Breeders Challenge website, and automatically nominated to the Missouri Futurity in the year his weanling shows. No financial obligation is required of owners at any time. See missouribreederschallenge.com for a 2012 stallion auction contract, or contact Futurity secretary Stephanie O’Neal, 417-742-3919 or oneat@msn. com.
Lexington, Kentucky - The American Saddlebred Registry (ASR) Board of Directors at their July 9, 2012, meeting approved a recommendation from the Grand National Committee to dissolve the Grand National program at the end of the 2012 competition year.
Details regarding the distribution of funds remaining in the program will be disclosed at a later date. The Grand National Committee and the American Saddlebred Registry would like to thank everyone for their support of the Grand National program.
Midwest CharitY horse show announCes uPdated dates, judges For 2013 The Midwest Charity Horse Show’s updated dates for the 72nd show will be June 11-15, 2013. Traditionally, Midwest’s dates fall the week before Father’s Day, as will be the case for the 2013 show. Reservations made at the Ramada during the 2012 show for the 2013 show will automatically be switched to the correct dates by the hotel. Midwest Charity Horse Show’s distinguished panel of judges includes: Fran Crumpler, Simpsonville, KY; Nelson Green, Nicholasville, KY; and Ricky Harris, Somers, CT. Midwest Charity Horse Show is held at the Illinois State Fairgrounds Coliseum in Springfield. Since 1988, the Midwest Charity Horse Show, an all-volunteer organization, has donated its annual proceeds to Camp COCO creating an endowment fund with Midwest’s contribution exceeding $160,000. As tradition dictates, the Midwest Charity Horse Show will delight and entertain exhibitors with their legendary hospitality with nightly parties, Tuesday-Friday nights, after the last class in barn 25Q, the famous “Party Barn.” For more information about the Midwest Charity Horse Show call Show Manager/President, Judy Kjellander at 217-793-0670. Those who are online can log-on to www.midwestcharity.com to check for updates regarding the 2013 show.
uPha ClassiCs inCentive saddleBred and haCKneY sale New for 2012 Hackney Ponies Added and NO Entry Fee for ALL Entries! Thursday Evening, November 15th, 2012 The 2012 UPHA Incentive Sale Returning to the UPHA American Royal National Championship The sale again this year will be on UPHA Classics Night. Yearlings and two year olds in training will be sold at the sale, which will be held immediately following the UPHA Five Gaited Classic Grand Championship on Thursday evening, November 15, 2012, the sale will begin by 9:00pm.
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national aCadeMY ChaMPionshiP Finals news The National Academy Championship Finals is pleased to announce that Winner’s Circle and David Thomas of Shelbyville, Tennessee are once again supporting this one of a kind show by donating a Jeffries SS Pro 5000 show saddle to the Junior Walk/Trot/Canter Equitation Champion Finalist. Riders from all across the country will converge upon Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Friday, November 2, through Sunday, November 4, 2012 to compete for the title of National Academy Champion. It is the most difficult three-round competition that you will find in any sporting event. They must be dedicated and in excellent mental and physical condition to make it to the Final Round. Many trainers and instructors use this show as a tool to give their students a place to get into the excitement of showring competition. This show provides a great place to learn and be prepared for the showring, as well as give these academy riders a goal to strive for. The winners of this event are well-recognized for their hard work. The top ten finalists in the junior and senior divisions are presented with beautiful tri-colored grand champion ribbons, custom created medallions, and top ten neck ribbons. To date, the National Academy Championships have given over $138,000 in prizes to further the exhibitors’ education. William Woods University of Fulton, Missouri is another wonderful supporter, donating a $1,000 scholarship to the winner of the Senior Walk/Trot/Canter Equitation Division. St. Jude’s Children Research Hospital has been the recipient of over $168,000, thanks to the generous supporters of this unique, one-of-a-kind show for the Academy Riders. Please continue with a sponsorship and support the Future of our Industry and St. Jude’s. Check our website www. nationalacademychampionships.org and download a form to help with this show. All donations are tax deductible.
save the date-- asha annual Convention 2013 Make plans now to attend the American Saddlebred Horse Association (ASHA) Annual Convention and Youth Conference. Thursday, February 14th through Saturday, February 16th, 2013 at the Griffin Gate Marriott Resort & Spa in Lexington, Kentucky.
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2012 Kentucky State Championship Horse Show By Donna Nabors The Kentucky American Saddlebred Pleasure Horse Association holds two shows a year in Shelbyville, one in May and then the Championship in September. The intent is to recognize outstanding horses based on points accumulated in designated classes at KASPHA shows. At the end of each year, the owners of the top two horses in nine categories receive recognition and are eligible to be named the ASHA state pleasure horse champion in seven categories. High point award winners are determined from the results of the May Classic Horse Show and the Kentucky Lionel Ferreria and Randy Harper State Championship Horse Show. Points are awarded to the first through fifth place finishers in high point classes. Amateur Owned and Trained (AOT) classes count toward high point awards. To be a High Point winner, the Owner(s) of the horse listed on the show entry sheet must be a KASPHA member. For Pleasure Equitation the rider must be a member since horses are not being judged.
Lester Pease manning the gate
All horses that are eligible to accrue points and show at both the May Classic and Kentucky State Championship in the same category will be awarded one (1) bonus point towards High Point award in that category. For anyone who enjoys competing with their pleasure horses in the county fair circuit type of atmosphere, the KASPHA shows are not to be missed. While the World Championships are over and many are looking toward the Fall Classic at the Horse Park, a stopover in Shelbyville in mid-September is a must. The competition is still first class and every entrant wants to take that victory lap for themselves. With the ever increasing popularity of the pleasure classes, many of the amateur trainers and riders have found the perfect way to capture the recognition they’ve worked hard for throughout the year. During the one day show, the academy classes in the morning offer one of the last opportunities for beginner and mid-level riders to hone their skills before making the leap to the advanced and intermediate competitions next show season. In the evening, the more experienced riders and Page 41
Scenes f rom the Kentucky State Championship drivers are looking for an enjoyable way to add to their collection of ribbons and awards, or perhaps show that horse that just wasn’t quite ready to take on the green shavings at Louisville. Whether they hail from Michigan or Texas, Florida or New Jersey, California or just down the road, it’s not unusual to see people relaxing from the pressures of the prior horse shows and just enjoying a horse show that means so much to so many involved in the pleasure horse divisions.
Sabra Crabtree and Tina
Annika Bruggeworth, Tammy DeVore and Carson Kressley
Jackie Manzo, Barb Hendrickson and Beth Bidon
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Scenes f rom the Kentucky State Championship
Elizabeth Tyler, Hallie Tyler, Penny Lauer and Abby Lauer with Gunner
Lisa Swanson with Callaway and Schooner
Beth and Mark Crane with Ishakabibble
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Southern Hospitality Shines in Boone County By Donna Nabors The Boone County Fair Horse Show management team, led by Larry Burcham, always puts on one of the top horse shows in the area. The small-town atmosphere that Burlington, Kentucky offers is the great foundation for such events, and owners and riders from Kentucky, Ohio, West Virginia, Indiana, South Carolina, Illinois, Minnesota, Texas and Oregon come to partake of their hospitality. Leading up to the World Championships in Louisville soon after, this horse show still offers a respectable number of classes for those entries needing one last chance to perfect their technique. Pleasure classes still bring more interest than any other class, so it’s not unusual to have a variety of horses coming away with top honors in the different shows. Ten entries comprised the Three Gaited Country Pleasure Class and Top Shelf Jenn N Tonic with Mary Reams, Allison Hunter, Amy Conley with their dogs Buzzy Katie Hafer Young from Cincinnati, Ohio, riding collected the and Scooter, from Ashland, Ky. blue ribbon. Kaycee Dolwick from Hebron, Kentucky took second riding She’s Like A Rose. The Three Gaited Pleasure, Juvenile class was won by Angela Mangine, representing Tomball, Texas aboard HS Fixation. Spikes Rare Ruby took rider Annabel Kippi Noe of Ashland, Kentucky to second place honors. The Three Gaited Country Pleasure, Juvenile class saw Brenna Trainer of Hebron, Kentucky ride Unending Love for a first place ribbon and Madison Patton of Burlington was awarded a red ribbon riding Daylight’s Shine On. Also with ten entries in the class, the Three Gaited Pleasure Adult class saw Mystic Starlight and Kaye Bowels Darnell of Louisville as the first pick, with St. Louis, Missouri’s Erin Obenauf and Winsdown Day Trader the second choice. Coming back for the Three Gaited Country Pleasure Stake class to win was Angela Mangine, this time representing Youngston, Ohio with The Cowboy Casanova. Brenna Trainer and Unending Love took reserve. The Three Gaited Pleasure Stake class found Kay Bowels Darnell and Mystic Starlight once again as the top choice, and Katie Hafner Young rode Harlem’s Foxy Lady LGF for second place honors. Other popular classes included the Roadster Pony Stake, 52” & Carl Smith, Barbara and Charles Oney from Hebron, Ky. Under that found Jerry Cummins of Nicholasville, Ky. driving Heartland Flurry to the winners circle. The Juvenile Roadster Pony Stake winner was Catherine Wheeler of Simpsonville, Ky. guiding Heartland Fire and Rain to a first place finish. The Three Gaited Park Amateur/Juvenile Rider class was won by Isaac Bumgardner of Somerset, Ky. riding A Hero’s Welcome. First place in the Three Gaited Park class went to Lexington, Kentucky entry Maderia’s Bella Rose, ridden by Joe Brown, and Sarah Cone of Hebron, Ky. came to the Stake class aboard Summer Cocktail to win first place. Eight entries vied for the top spot in the Hackney Pony Pleasure Driving class and it was Burlington’s Julie England driving Hawkeye’s Dark Magic that took it. The Stake class was won by Calloray Howard driving Go Big Blue for Equus Farm and Jerry Cummins. For anyone looking for an old-time county fair, a good horse show and friendly people, this is it. Save a spot on your calendar next year for an enjoyable event in Burlington, Kentucky. Page 46
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