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2008 Canadian Olympic Dressage Team Member
Brooklin Fair. See Page 59.
Mike and Aileen Gibbs. Photo by Marshall Davidson,
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Ashley Holzer Scores Double Victory at
CDI Blainville
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See pages 53-54
Galad The Clydesdale and Harley the Mini.
Ottawa,
ON—Riding
before an appreciative
Canadian audience, 2008
Olympic Dressage Team
members Ashley Holzer
and Pop Art rode to victory
in both the Grand Prix and
the Grand Prix Freestyle at
the CDI-W Blainville Summer Classic, held in
Blainville, QC, June 20 to
22, 2008.
Aboard Pop Art, an
11-year-old Dutch Warmblood gelding (Amsterdam
x Cabochon) owned by Ian
and Moreen Nicoll and
Rusty Holzer, Holzer’s
experience shined through
during the Freestyle. The
pair beautifully executed a
program to a musical mix
that included Disney’s
Epcot Center Fireworks
show, and tunes from the
National Treasure movie
soundtrack, to score “Canadian double Olympian Ashley Holzer won the Grand Prix class
77.150. The previous day, and the Grand Prix Freestyle at the CDI-W Blainville Summer Classic,
Holzer and Pop Art led the held in Blainville, QC, June 20 to 22, 2008.” Photo Credit—Cealy Tetley
way in the Grand Prix test
demonstrating accurate and dynamic
execution to finish first with a score of
71.833%.
“I am thrilled with the changes in
my freestyle. The increase of my
degree of difficulty was to the liking of
the judges,” said Holzer, who also rode
to a first place finish in the Grand Prix,
scoring 71.833%. “They also commented on how they loved the music
which is wonderful to hear just weeks
away from the Olympics. My Olympic
teammate, Jacqueline Brooks, also had
a very strong freestyle, and was awarded high scores for her changes and
piaffe passage tour.”
Coming off her successful winter
circuit in Florida, 2008 Olympic Dressage Team member Jacqueline Brooks
of Mount Albert, ON, rode Gran Gesto
(Grannox x Goldstern), a 13-year-old
Oldenburg gelding owned by Brinc
Ltd. and Anne Welch, to a score of
71.800% in the Freestyle.
Simone Williams of Navan, ON,
finished in third place, with a score of
66.050%, in the Freestyle with Wunder
Ein (Wolkenstein II x Maat), William’s
Kawartha Trans Canada Trail
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Peter Henderson honoured
Recipient of The June Callwood Outstanding
Achievement Award For Voluntarism
Peter Henderson, past President
of the Ontario Therapeutic Riding
Association (OnTRA) has been
named a recipient of the prestigious
June Callwood Outstanding Achievement Awards for Voluntarism in
Ontario. Henderson was recognized
for more than 20 years of outstanding volunteer work with the Ontario
Therapeutic Riding Association
(OnTRA) and the Ontario Equestrian
Federation (OEF).
The June Callwood Outstanding
Achievement Award for Voluntarism
recognizes those who have enriched
their communities through voluntary
action and extraordinary leadership
and creativity. In recognition of June
Callwood’s exceptional contributions
to the province, this provincial award
was renamed in her honour last year
by Premier Dalton McGuinty.
This year a special Award presentation took place at the Glass
Room, Royal Ontario Museum on
April 28. The Award recognized and
highlighted the contributions of 15
recipients who serve to inspire others
by the positive examples they pro-
vide. Presentation of the 2007 Ms. Jill Frayne dedicated a special
Awards was given by The Hon- address to the recipients in honour of
ourable Dalton McGuinty, Premier her Mother, June Callwood.
of Ontario and Michael Chin, MinisPeter Henderson is a very
ter of Citizenship and Immigration.
Continued on Page 3
Peter Henderson (center) receives 2008 June Callwood Outstanding
Achievement Award for Voluntarism in Ontario from The Honourable
Dalton McGuinty, Premier of Ontario (left) and Michael Chin, Minister of
Citizenship and Immigration (right). Photo credit -Judi Island
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Quarter Cracks..........................4
Remembering ...........................4
Fitness.......................................5
Ontario Paint News ..................7
Equine Guelph..........................7
WHAO News ...........................8
King Lyn ..................................9
Saddlebreds ..............................9
Way Of Horses .......................10
Don Blazer..............................11
ORHA News ..........................14
OBRA News...........................15
OEF News ..............................16
Equine Canada News .............17
Rawhide Extreme Rodeo........18
Equine First Aid .....................20
EC Horse Week Winners .......21
Dodge Rodeo Milton..............21
NBHAC News........................24
OEF Helmet Safety ................26
OTRA News ..........................28
OCTRA News ........................29
OAHA News ..........................30
Laurie Haughton.....................31
Sadinsky Report .....................31
OQHA News ..........................33
Area III News .........................34
EOQHA News........................35
QROOI News .........................37
Ross Brigden ..........................38
Blainville ................................41
Marquest.................................43
Ganaraska News.....................44
OnTRA PPG...........................45
Lynn Palm ..............................45
OnTRA News.........................46
OIHA News............................47
Pony Club Regional Show .....47
Lindsay Grice .........................48
Coming Events .......................49
Tina Busse-Irwin ....................50
Icelandic Show .......................51
Chris Irwin Clinic...................51
Olympic Dressage Team ........51
Eric Lamaze............................51
Holidays On Horseback .........55
Jill Henselwood ......................56
Brooklin Fair ..........................57
The Carriage Driver ...............58
Classifieds ..............................60
Directories.........................62-67
Real Estate..............................68
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“Belinda Trussell won the Intermediaire I
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Photo Credit—Cealy Tetley
Royal T, a Oldenburg stallion owned by Guy
Rivard. Bell and Royal T won the Young Horse
Six-Year-Old Finale class with a score of
73.200%, and Williams and Da Vinci finished in
second with 72%. Third place went to Creech and
Lascara with a score of 71.800%.
In Young Horse Five-Year-Old Division
Harma Germs of Montague, PE, rode her Dutch
Warmblood mare, Whiscalina, to wins in both the
Preliminary and the
Finale classes, with scores of 75.800 and
78.00% respectively. Oskar K, a Canadian Warmblood gelding owned by Joanne Walker and ridden by Susan Ziereisen of Carp, ON, finished second in the Preliminary class with 72.600%, and
third in the Finale with 67.000%. Faberge, a
Westphalian gelding owned and ridden by Brittany Fraser finished third in the Preliminary class
with 71.400%. Dark Dandy, a Hanoverian gelding, and Ashley Phipps finished second in the
Finale class with 68.20%
Blainville is an opportunity for junior and
young riders to qualify for the 2008 North American Junior/Young Riders’ Championship
(NAJYRC), to be held in The Colorado Horse
Park in Parker, CO, this August, and the Young
Riders division saw some stiff competition as a
result. Jade Deter of Kemptville, ON, who won
the Junior Division last year at the Championships’, won the Team test with her horse Mastermind. Second place in the Team test went to
Jessica Rhinelander of St. John’s, NL and her
mount Allende; with Danielle McKinnon of
Aurora, ON, finishing third riding Noma Tender.
McKinnon won Young Rider Individual test, and
Annie-Pier Venne of Charlemagne, QC, picked
up second place with Step Up. Third place went
to Rhinelander. McKinnon took top honours
again in the Freestyle with a score of 66.400%.
Venne finished second with 65.150%, and Jamie
Holland of Caledon, ON, finished in third place
riding Fleurina.
cial achievements by themselves. I have worked
hard trying to support Ontario’s special needs riders and the complete equine industry. Success has
come from the solid support of the equestrian
community, OEF, EC, RAWF, CNE, Western
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Gear, Ian Millar, Jimmy Elder and the thousands
of individual horse-people who volunteer their
time. Through the support of the equestrian community well over 25000 riders, with special needs,
have had their lives touched and improved by the
horse. As an industry we should all be proud. I’ll
be accepting the award on behalf of everyone who
has supported us.”
Henderson’s dedication and commitment to
OnTRA has been responsible for OnTRA’s
growth and development in that time. “We just
have to have a vision and find a way to make it
happen”- Peter Henderson’s inspiring words
demonstrating his commitment and determination.
Henderson was also recently honoured the
2007 Ontario Sports Alliance Awards when he
received “Syl Apps Special Achievement Award”.
Celebrating 40 Years of Looking After Your Equine Friends
disabled riders not about self promotion.
Ever since Henderson first began as a volunteer at a disabled riding center in 1984, where he
saw the huge benefits to the participants, he has
dedicated an incredible amount of his time and
continues to be a major player both fundraising
and raising public awareness for OnTRA. Peter
Henderson has played a major role on OnTRA’s
Board of Directors as:
OnTRA President 1998-2006
OnTRA Vice President 1992-1998
Over the past 22 years he has raised over
$100,000 in much needed funds for OnTRA centers, riders and clinics. He has raised public
awareness by organizing event booths, media promotion, editor of newsletters, supported the centers, collects used equipment and distributes to the
centers, supports and encourages Board members
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10-year-old Hanoverian gelding. Rounding out
the top four in the Freestyle were Chris VonMartels of Ridgetown, ON, and Lobster Point Farms’
Hesperos (Donaumonarch x Arogno), a 14-yearold Trakehner stallion.
Neil Ishoy of Jerseyville On rode Proton to
second place with a score of 66.917. Proton
(Patriarch x Rosenkavalier), a 14-year-old Baden
Wurttemberg gelding owned by the Ishoys, was
Cindy Ishoy’s Olympic partner at the 2004
Olympic Games. Diane Creech of Caistor Centre,
On, placed third on her 2007 Pan American
Games Silver Medal mount Wiona, an 11-yearold Hanoverian mare by Weltmeyer, and owned
by Doug and Louise Leatherdale. Incredibly this
was only the second time the pair have ridden the
Grand Prix test, and they scored 66.708%. Finishing in fourth place was Olympic team member
Jacqueline Brooks aboard Gran Gesto with
65.083%.
In the Grand Prix Speciale, Neil Ishoy and
Proton won the class with a score of 67.920%,
with Creech and Wiona close behind to finish
second with a score of 67.520%.
Brooks and Holzer will now begin the final
preparations for Hong Kong, which include joining Olympic teammate Leslie Reid and Orion in
Germany where the quarantine will take place
prior to departure for Hong Kong.
In recognition to the Olympic team, a special presentation was made to the athletes, owners
and grooms who were in attendance at Blainville.
Dressage Canada Committee director Judith
Pineault was on hand to present fun grab bags
filled with Canadian paraphernalia including
Canada flags, hats, bracelets, pins and more. Special edition 2008 Olympic Games shirts and ball
caps were also presented, generously donated by
Embroidery Plus of Peterborough Ontario, an
official supplier to the 2008 Olympic Games
Dressage Team. There will be no identifying the
Canadian dressage team in Hong Kong.
In the Advanced division, 2004 Olympian
Belinda Trussell of Stouffville, ON, won the
Intermediaire I Freestyle with an even score of
71% riding the eight-year-old German-bred gelding Anton (Antaeus x Melit), owned by Robyn
Eames. Second place went to Creech, who scored
69.650% with Devon L, Doug Leatherdale’s
eight-year-old Hanoverian gelding sired by De
Niro. Gillian Sutherland of Unionville, ON, followed close behind, in third place, with 69.100%,
aboard her 10-year-old Oldenburg gelding Great
Tyme, sired by Granulit.
Creech and Devon L took the Intermediaire
I, scoring 68.333%. Holzer earned the blue ribbon
with a score of 65.750% aboard Diana Rose’s 10year-old Oldenburg gelding, Daddy Cool, sired
by Don Primero. Trussell and Anton scored
65.667% for third place.
In the large Prix St. Georges class of 22
entries , Holzer earned another win with Daddy
Cool scoring 70.333%, while Creech and Devon
L finished a close second place finish with an
even 70%. Third place went to Trussell and
Anton with 65.667%.
The CDI-W Blainville Summer Classic also
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both human and equine. Williams won the Young
Horse Six-Year-Old Preliminary class with her
Hanoverian gelding Da Vinci, scoring 73%.
Creech and Ferdinand Haupt’s Hanoverian mare,
Lascara, scored 71.600% for second place, and
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(ESPN Radio coverage of the 2008 we and millions of others had only one
Belmont Stakes)
question on our minds. Would the
hoof hold??
Article by Laura Benson
Somewhat fortuitously, I had statSomehow it felt like destiny in a ed to my trapped audience in the cab
“six degrees of separation” sort of of the truck, that it really did not matway. It was hot, and despite the wind ter how well Big Brown placed,
coming through the driver seat win- because Ian McKinlay had already
dow, the sweat continued to roll down proven to the world that there is hope
my back. This was, however, tradition- for horses with bad feet. The horse
al air conditioning in the old Chevy had been patched and shod with Yasha
pick up being used to trailer us to shoes, the new product of Tenderhoof
Hiawatha on the day of the Belmont Solutions of Canada, and he was racStakes. In the trailer was one of our ing in the Belmont. Whether he won
horses, bred, raised and trained by our- or not, was immaterial to the worldselves, the epitome of a lifetime love wide understanding of an injury that
affair with horses.
had hitherto rendered horses unusable.
Thirty five years earlier I was a
Patching quarter cracks is certainwide eyed ten year old watching ly not new in the horse world, although
Superhorse Secretariat pull away 31 Ian McKinlay could certainly say that
lengths ahead of his competition, the he was witness to the ground-breaking
announcer trying to come up with technology from its very beginning.
superlatives worthy of the moment. For, about the same time I was watchSecretariat is like a “tremendous ing Secretariat, a slightly older Ian was
machine” he had blurted out, and “he’s watching his father Jim McKinlay, put
all alone out there”. Watching the big together a solution of auto body filler
old black and white Zenith in my par- and Fiberglass cloth bits in order to
ents hot sticky house on a blistering “patch” the gap left by a hand held
Windsor summer day, I had never even grinder in a homemade remedy, for a
sat on the back of a horse, but I was quarter crack on a Standardbred horse.
born “horse crazy”, and as Big Red Jim McKinlay became so successful at
rolled the sand beneath him like a giant using this technique on his own string
prairie jack rabbit, I knew that all of “Cashier” bred Standardbreds on his
dreams were possible, and that horses, farm in Morpeth, Ontario that others
with their magnificence and strength, began to bring him their horses to
would always be a part of my own.
patch. These were not big fancy milDriving as we were on the way to lion dollar thoroughbreds, but rather
the races with the radio tuned into a homebred Standardbred horses, and
crackling reception of ESPN 850 AM, this took place in the same barn, on the
I felt like I had been transported back same farm that we had pulled our own
in time, and pondered the significance horse from on this very morning and
of my connection to Big Brown and headed for Hiawatha.
the coming Belmont Stakes. No, we
This same patch “recipe” had
were not part of the huge investment been used on a few of our own horses
conglomerate that had prematurely over the years, and despite the extreme
purchased 75% of the horse’s racing hype surrounding Big Brown’s foot
interests, nor were we particularly suc- repair, it really had seemed like a very
cessful trainers, but we did have a practical solution to a rather complex
bona fide interest in the results of Big problem, which,with hard tracks and
Brown’s efforts, as we are stabled on thin hoof walls, had plagued Standardthe family farm of, now famous, hoof breds for decades.
specialist, Ian McKinlay, and as such,
Our later version of the Jim
McKinlay hoof patch involved the
hoof wall being soaked with iodine
and Epsom salts to dry out any infection and reduce fever, and then simply
being ground away from the crack
with a hand held grinder. When we
saw it done years ago, duct tape protected the coronary band, and brake
cleaner was used to “dry” the area and
ensure good adhesion. In addition,
several small indents were made with a
drill bit to “rough up the outer surface”, and after the mixture was
pressed into the space, saran wrap covered the foot to ensure a clean drying
and curing time. It was not rocket science, but it sure worked well, and once
completed the patch could endure multiple shoeings and even rasping until
the crack grew itself out naturally.
Eventually the patch evolved to
include the use of wire as sutures to
hold the crack closed before filling,
thus protecting the sensitive laminae of
the inner hoof from the painful separation of the cracks’ two sides during
speed-induced concussion.
Jim McKinlay was an inventive
and resourceful man who liked practical jokes and wheeling for deals, and
when he was not farming and running
auctions, he liked to race horses…the
kind of grassroots horseman in Southwestern Ontario that made tracks like
Windsor and Dresden great in the sixties. He bred his own horses, trained
them on his own carefully groomed
farm track, and with the help of a few
“local” boys like Jim Tye, Bill Jenkins,
Garnet Hebblethwaite, and including
Dr. Gord Gilbertson who invented the
“Rondeau Quick Hitch”, (we use a
likeness of every time we hook up), he
shod them himself as well.
This in itself was not a particularly unique feat among trainers of the
time, unless you happened to be
watching him, for Jim McKinlay shod
his horses with one strong arm to hold
the hoof, and the hammer clamped at
the end of his other arm by a metal
hook, an unfortunate reminder of the
New Border Crossing ReguThe second time winner of
the USA 50 Mile Endurance Ride
lations were being enforced.
was won by Rosie Rediron a mare
The first AQHA World owned by Joseph Zenter of AlderRemembering
Championship Show at the Ken- grove, BC.
July 1974
tucky Fair and Exhibition Centre
The Burlington Town and Coun- in Louisville was scheduled for
Crown Trailers and Mike
try Fair was drowned in a sea of November 13 - 16. The Rider had McClelland celebrated their 5th
mud. Cars, trucks, trailers had to be a booth there.
Anniversary.
towed out of the Burloak Drive facility as unrelenting rain spoiled the
Members of the Burlington
Bob Carey of Burlington was
show. The event was sponsored by Western Saddle club were sport- appointed show chairman of the
the Burlington Lions Club Interna- ing new club jackets.
Burlington Lions show and with
tional Show, which had been run the
this success, despite the difficulsame weekend as the Western HorseThe Rider entered it’s 5th ties of constant rain and mud was
a-Rama sponsored by The (Western) year of publishing and still we appointed show chair of QuarteraRider..... had the Lions not moved were the FIRST and ONLY west- ma ‘75.
the show weekend and had continued ern horse publication in Canada.
to work with The Rider in back to
The National Appaloosa
back shows they would not have
T.A. Perry of Ancaster was show was to be held in Winnipeg,
been drowned out..
the new general manager of the in 1975.
SPCA and with us being an
The St. Catharine’s Kiwis Club Ancaster based equine publication
The first Canadian National
held their 41st Annual Show at the and having pulled our support Finals Rodeo was planned for
Garden City Raceway, it was billed from them Mr. Perry did not try to November 1974. The Rider was
as Canada’s largest outdoor horse fix things with us or the western there with and booth and full covshow.
erage of the event.
horse industry..... what a waste.
From Our Founder
dangers of family farming, and an
accident in a previous decade. I am
told that Jim wielded that hammer with
precision and strength, and that, as one
friend declares, there “wasn’t a thing
he couldn’t hit”!
Dissatisfied with solutions to
hoof care provided by blacksmiths at
the time, Jim began tinkering with
chemical combinations and reinforcements for cracked hooves. With the
help of a local dentist, Dr. H.S. Feagin,
known as “Feag” to his friends, Jim
came up with the patching methodology and metal sutures, that are still the
basis of his son’s high- powered techniques today.
Jim McKinlay passed away in
1990 far before his time, and left four
young sons and a daughter to run the
family farm and carry on his legacy.
The family farm, which dates back to
the mid 1800’s, is an important component of local heritage, and is still
worked by Jim’s son Rob, and remains
the home of Jim’s wife Edith, and both
Rob and Scott and their respective
families. His daughter, Mary, lives
close by as well, meaning that only
sons Ian and Sandy have left the area
permanently. Now, some twenty years
later, it would be interesting to see
Jim’s reaction to the current media
craze surrounding his son Ian’s continuance of his earlier work in such a
spectacular fashion.
Ian McKinlay, who himself
claims not to be a “blacksmith”, but
rather a “hoof specialist” in soreness
and lameness, has taken the early ideas
of his father to a new level of technology. He has a habit of finding himself
in the midst of media frenzies, firstly
with the mention of him in the book of
Horse Whispering guru, Monty
Roberts over a Thoroughbred Mr.
Roberts was helping to settle, and now
with the worldwide media tidal wave
of Big Brown and what one ESPN
Continued on page 5.
Larry Mahan, world champion all round cowboy, announced
his official retirement from rodeo.
In his 30th year of competition
Larry had winnings of $64,447
and a record sixth all round title.
Still have had no contact from
anyone on the 1974 OQHA Youth
Team that competed at the
Congress. Are you out there?
The new Grand Stand at
Stampede Park was underway.
A Brucellous outbreak in
Alberta resulted in the destruction
of over 1,000 head of cattle.
The Rider featured trailers
from Wrangler, King, Imperial,
Miley, Walter Scott Trailers,
Crown Trailers in it’s first Horse
Trailer Section.
Ontario Icelandic
Horse Association
Ontario Reined
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Association
JULY 2008 THE RIDER/ 5
Quarter Crack
Continued from Page 4
announcer claimed was the “Quarter
crack heard around the world”!
Ian McKinlay, aged 50 has been
tending to horse’s feet since 1977, and
now resides in South Amboy, New Jersey
where he divides his time between racetracks in New York and New Jersey,
sometimes even tending to horses at reststops on the New Jersey Turnpike on
their way one way, or the other, between
tracks. He is considered by many as
horse racing’s foremost foot specialist,
and has tended to thousands of horses,
both Thoroughbred and Standardbred.
Despite the attention, Ian and his
family have retained that small town honesty and are just grateful to be on board
for the ride. The company created is
called Tenderhoof Solutions and boasts a
new product that may make the quarter
crack old news. For despite the quarter
crack repair, the important component of
Big Brown’s recovery was not the patch
or the new easier to use sutures Ian has
created, but rather his glue on
polyurethane padded shoes called Yasha,
or “protector”, in Japanese.
It has taken two years of trial and
error for Ian to develop the Yasha shoe,
which is designed to protect the sole and
heel from concussion. Ian has stated on
his website (tenderhoof.com) that he
believes that 80% of foot soreness in
horses is caused by this sort of concussion. The key to the success of the Yasha
shoe was to find the right combination of
products that provided cushion in the heel
area, yet be durable enough to take the
beating that a racing Standardbred or
Thoroughbred would impart. In addition,
the design had to ensure that the shoe
would not work loose under normal use.
The result was in fact, two versions
of the same shoe; one glue-on and one
nail-on. The glue-on version, worn by
Big Brown, has the soft polyurethane heel
and copper clips riveted to the shoe to
provide additional adhesion when glued
into place. The nail-on version has the
same soft heel and a much harder
polyurethane strip around the toe area to
ensue stability in the area where nails are
applied. The pad can be adhered to any
shoe type or particular brand a customer
prefers, and is done so in a bookbindery
in the picturesque Southwestern Ontario
town of Ridgetown, only a few miles
north of the McKinlay family farm. The
small company called Tenderhoof Solutions is composed of Ian’s brother-in-law
John Bell (JB) as Manager and Ian’s
brother Scott as one of the directors and
accountant. To date only a few thousand
shoes have been created, but with the
recent media attention, orders have
increased significantly.
“Tracks have gotten harder”, says
Ian McKinlay and this combined with the
use of calks for grip, and wedges for
angle, “smash heels to bits” he says
emphatically on his educational videotapes. Wide shoes set on the thin walls of
a horse’s hoof mean that three quarters of
the shoe is resting on the sole of the foot,
which subsequently sustains the greatest
injury from concussion. Soles become
bruised and “like a hammered thumbnail”
walls separate from the sensitive laminae
underneath, causing abscesses and wall
separation, often “blowing out” at the
coronary band.
Furthermore, most metal shoes used
are inflexible and keep the heels “locked
in”, Ian explains, not allowing for a natural expansion and the up and down movement of the heel required on high speed
turns. Ian feels this is a highly misunderstood component of horses being “locked
on a line”, due to soreness ultimately
caused by concussion. In graphic explanations using steel plates and weights Ian
demonstrates how his Yasha shoes absorb
this tremendous concussion and protect
the heel.
One Standardbred success story in
the use of these new shoes is the Ontario
Sired pacer, Mr. Feelgood under trainer,
Jimmy Tackter. Glue on shoes with riveted copper side tabs for increased adhesion
and stability have given the Standardbred,
formerly plagued with foot soreness, a
new ability to “dig in” and “grit it out”,
according to driver Andy Miller after
winning the $284,000 May 2008 Graduate Final at the Meadowlands. In 13
starts this season, this son of Grinfromeartoear has won seven races, and
punctuated the success of his pain free
abilities with a new career mark of 1:49
in the final.
Thus, from the small town start of a
better way to deal with lameness, to the
whole world watching in collective
excitement at the prospect of a first Triple
Crown winner in 30 years, to a Standardbred topping the poll charts as the
favourite for this year’s Breeder’s Crown
in Ontario, Ian McKinlay has not only
honoured his father’s legacy, but has perhaps, in its place, created a legend.
Ian states that his “only incentive” is
getting a call back from a trainer, satisfied enough with the results of his specialized hoof care to bring him back for
another horse. But his objective, and that
of the newly created company Tenderhoof Solutions is “providing solutions for
the prevention of lameness”, and their
mandate is education. In the future Ian
has plans for an informational five hour
DVD on hoof care and lameness control.
If the result of the “Quarter Crack Heard
Around the World”, is indeed a world of
horseman better prepared to keep our
horses more comfortable, and sounder on
the track, resulting in less scrutiny of our
industry by a happier public, then Big
Brown might not have changed the world
of horse racing…but Ian McKinlay just
might!
And in some way, the wide eyed
child watching a great horse thirty-five
years ago encouraging me to stride
towards the winners circle myself, feels
like part of a greater plan, by some
greater being. And pulling out of the
McKinlay barn at Morpeth, Ontario each
week with another prospect in our trailer,
well, it just smacks more and more of
destiny, and a little girl’s dream come
around full circle.
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6/ JULY 2008 THE RIDER
Fitness Tips for Equestrians
Fitness Tips for Riders: Active Kids!
By Heather Sansom.
With the show season in full
swing, I get asked frequently about
exercises that would be suitable for
children. Clients want to know how
to help their kids avoid injury, develop as athletes- and even leverage a
child’s interest in riding to inspire
more activity in general. At a pony
club clinic I did this spring, the
emphasis was on fun as I helped about
20 kids ranging in age from 7-17
understand basic cardio-vascular conditioning, strengthening exercises and
stretches.
Clearly, each age group has different physical requirements and limitations. The new Sport Canada Long
Term Athletic Development (LTAD)
guidelines which will be implemented
through Equine Canada programs
emphasize that children’s programs
should focus on fun, development
(physical and mental) and wellness,
and the importance of spending significantly more time training than competing. General sport conditioning
guidelines indicate that children under
14 should be introduced to the widest
variety of activities without too much
specialization. Specialization begins
to occur through the teens, and it is
not until the later teens and twenties
that training is highly focused.
The actual LTAD stages are: a)
‘active start’ (0-6yrs) activity is primarily play, b)’learning to train’ (811girls, 9-12boys), sports skills introduced, activity still fun, and programs
general, c) (11-15girls, 12-16boys),
based on growth spurt, focus more on
skill training and physical development, d) ‘training to compete’ (1521females, 16-23males), specialization begins, training can be higher
volume and intensity, e) ‘training to
win’ (18+females, 19+males) training
is focused more intently on winning at
a high level.
The guidelines affect a child’s
development both as a rider, and an
athlete in general. If you have children in other sports, you will notice a
close mapping between their activities
in those sports and the above stages.
As riders, younger children are best
introduced to as wide a variety of equestrian
disciplines as possible. There is plenty of
time for them to specify as they mature and
start to show clear strengths and tendencies.
Off-horse cross-training at this stage could be
as simple as keeping your child active in a
couple of other sports or activities, without
need for performing specific exercises unless
there is clear remedial need. When selecting
cross-training methods, it’s important to keep
skills in mind which are directly transferrable
to riding. Some skills which can be developed fairly naturally in children, but which
are much harder for relatively unathletic
adults include cardio-vascular stamina, muscle development, flexibility, body awareness
and proprioceptive ability (kinetic and spacial awareness and co-ordination), and balance.
Suitable exercise for young riders in
stages one and two (under 12) might include
activities such as skating, ballet or gymnastics (balance, flexibility, core strength), or
hockey, track and soccer (cardio-vascular
and muscle development, body awareness).
Children under 12 should not be using
weights, or doing a lot of repetitious exercise.
They can, however, do body-weight exercises, and exercises with stretch bands as long
as they do not over train. They can also learn
stretches and develop the habit of stretching
before and after riding and each athletic
activity. Habits developed at this stage will
be likely to shape patterns of behaviour and
training well into adult-hood.
Areas that riders need to stretch in particular include the hip flexors, adductors
(inner thigh), hamstrings, shoulders and
chest. If your child is doing sports requiring
speed or power, they will need to spend extra
time stretching so that muscle tightness from
these sports does not influence poor riding
posture. Children at this age are generally
flexible and balanced, but any imbalance or
inflexibility in riding at this time will contribute to development of muscle memory for
incorrect and even unsafe riding posture.
The more flexible and well balanced your
child is in the saddle, and the more aware of
their limbs, the less likely they will be to be
injured when the inevitable riding incidents
occur.
With teens, body image is often a huge
issue. This is an excellent time in your
child’s life to develop an attitude and selfimage centred around athletic ability, rather
than weight or body shape. Stretching daily,
especially before and after a ride should be
encouraged. Also cardio-vascular and
strength training activities performed at least
twice a week, for a minimum of 15 min per
workout will be of great benefit. Place
emphasis on developing ability for riding.
Bodyweight and stretch band exercises which
can be done anywhere are a great idea
because they’ll be more likely to be done, and you don’t
have to add ‘drive to gym’ to your hectic weekly schedule.
If your teen is very involved in sport or body-building, watch out for tight hamstrings and hips, and tight
upper body muscles. Large and bulky muscles are not
desireable for riding, and it’s important to keep very
flexible hips and back to absorb the horse’s motion
effectively. Tight muscles are usually injured first, and
tight muscles and ligaments can place undue strain on
joints, or result in joint strain or injury when placed
under sudden demand. Activities which require a high
degree of body awareness and create balanced muscular
strength, flexibility and stamina such as skating, dance
and gymnastics are excellent cross-training for riding. If
your child will not be involved in organized classes or
sports, encourage private fitness practice which includes
a balance of cardio-vascular, strengthening and stretching activities.
Core strength at this stage is important for males
and females for both posture, and injury prevention.
Girls should be encouraged to develop strength in the
shoulder area in particular, since they do not come by it
naturally. Strong shoulders mean lighter hands riding
(better riding), and also less dependence on relative
weak arm strength when an incident occurs (accident, or
horse mis-behaviour on a lead).
lar to tennis and golf, inner and outer thigh, cardio, lots
and lots of core work especially including twists
Cross-country jumping: similar to polo and jumping,
with high degree of cardio-vascular ability
Endurance/Competitive Trail: muscular stamina in
legs, back & shoulders, cardio-vascular ability. Body
balance is particularly important given the length of time
the horse may have to carry a crooked rider.
Some key areas of focus by discipline are:
Jumping: balanced quadriceps & hamstring strength,
back and shoulder strength, balance, cardio
Dressage: Flexibility in hip flexors, adductors and hamstrings, balance, body awareness, shoulder strength and
core strength (back, obliques and abs).
Reining: Cardio, core (especially back) and shoulder
strength (especially rotator cuff), flexibility in hip flexors and adductors
Working western disciplines: more cardio, rotational
power, shoulder strength
Polo: shoulder strength, rotational power exercises simi-
By Heather Sansom, Owner, Equifitt.com “Balanced Fitness Training for Better Riding”
Contrary to popular belief, riding is not enough
exercise to keep you fit. Riding can be a wonderful part
of an active lifestyle which keeps you healthy. However, like any other sport, riding places specific demand
on the body which creates muscular imbalance. Without
appropriate stretching and strength training for the
opposing muscles groups (NOT used as much when
actually riding), the rider will create muscular imbalance
and even structural issues which will later require attention from a chiropractor, massage therapist or even
physio-therapist. Attention to prevention of imbalance
issues will prevent the joint, sciatic, and back issues
which I see chronically in riders with decades of riding
under their belts.
If you are concerned about your child’s cross-training program, EquiFITT is available to do clinics, or ‘virtual coaching’ to provide you with individualized suggestions for your child.
EquiFITT.com Personal Fitness (Kemptville, ON) is a
Canadian leader in fitness for equestrians, offering personal training, clinics and workshops. While all training
is off-horse, clinics may include mounted posture, alignment and bio-mechanic assessment. Participants
receive individualized exercise recommendations which
can be performed at home or the barn. EquiFITT will be
providing the rider fitness workshop at OEF Youth Day
in November.
AQHA Debuts Most Valuable Horse Awards
At 2008 Fedex
Open World Championship Show
New awards recognize high-point horses by division.
The American Quarter Horse Journal, June 30, 2008 – There will be
some new stars at this year’s American Quarter Horse Association
World Championship Show as AQHA debuts Most Valuable Horse
Awards for high-point horses in several open divisions.
The MVH Awards recognize the highest point-earning horses in
six open divisions: Western (western pleasure, western riding and
trail classes); Roping (heading, heeling and tie-down); English
(hunter under saddle, hunter hack, working hunter, pleasure driving
and jumping); Cutting, Reining and Working Cow Horse; Speed
(barrel racing and pole bending) and Timed (ranch sorting and team
penning).
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Vice President. “We’re happy to expand our
award system to reward our equine stars.
We want to recognize our hard-working
American Quarter Horses and salute those
who excel in their chosen disciplines.”
There is no formal entry for the MVH
Awards. Each World Show open division
entry is automatically entered and points are
distributed according to the placing in the
class. First place is worth 10 points down to
one point for 10th place. Additional points
are awarded based on the number of entries
shown in the class. See Chart 415 for the
point distribution system used to calculate
AQHA points found in the AQHA Official
Handbook. Performance halter class placings will count as bonus points in the
horse’s respective divisions.
MVH winners will each receive $5,000
cash, roses courtesy of Rio Roses and special recognition at the show.
The Featherlite All-Around Amateur
and Superhorse Awards remain unchanged
and will be presented to the horse earning
the most points in a minimum of three
events in two categories. Reserve through
fifth place Superhorse will no longer be recognized.
The 2008 Bank of America Amateur
and FedEx Open AQHA World Championship Show runs November 7-22 at State
Fair Park in Oklahoma City.
AQHA news and information is a service of AQHA publications. For more information on The American Quarter Horse
Journal, The American Quarter Horse Racing Journal or America’s Horse, visit
www.aqha.com/magazines.
JULY 2008 THE RIDER/ 7
INSIDE
Ontario Paint News . . . . . . . . . 7
Equine Guelph . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
WHAO News . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
King Lyn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Saddlebreds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Way Of Horses . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Don Blazer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
ORHA News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
OBRA News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
OEF News. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Equine Canada News . . . . . . . 17
Rawhide Extreme Rodeo . . . . 18
Equine First Aid . . . . . . . . . . . 20
EC Horse Week Winners . . . . 21
Dodge Rodeo Milton . . . . . . . 21
NBHAC News . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Kawartha Trans Canada Trail . 25
OEF Helmet Safety. . . . . . . . . 26
OTRA News . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
OCTRA News. . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
OAHA News. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Exciting News from the
Ontario Paint Horse Club
There’s lots of exciting news from the Ontario
Paint Horse club in 2008.
Always the OPHC’s biggest and best event of the
year The Canadian International Paint Horse Championship Show and Futurity is once again being held at
Blacks Equestrian Centre on August 23 & 24th, 2008.
This year there are several new classes and awards being
offered.
In addition the the Open Weanling Colt and Filly
Classes there will be new Non-Pro Weanling Classes these are for weanlings that are shown by an Amateur or
Youth (as recognized by APHA rules). All of these
classes offer added money paybacks.
Also for weanlings the OPHC is excited to
announce The Skye Whitman Memorial which will payout an additional $1500 to those weanlings that are
Ontario Owned, Bred and Sired. Skye Whitman was a
wonderful young lady from Northern Ontario who tragically lost her life just before her 19th birthday when a
washed out road collapsed underneath her car. She was
very fond of paint horses, especially the babies, so in her
honor Mr Craig Fielding has offered a generous $1500
donation. Mr. Fielding in conjunction with Marion Whitman and OPHC president Mike Tucker have developed a
program to help encourage local paint breeders and owners to bring their babies into the show ring.
As always the futurity also offers classes for yearling and 2 year olds so it’s not just the foals that can
compete for big money. All futurity entries were due
July 1st
The International Show will once again be presenting numerous high point awards in Open, Amateur and
Novice Divisions and new for 2008 a High Point Yearling Award. This will be awarded to the yearling earning
the best total placings in the APHA Halter, Lunge Line
and In Hand Trail - the latter of which is being offered
for the first time at this show.
Another fun event this year will be the All Ages
Walk/Jog Class. Entry fee is $5.00 at the gate and any
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Something new for the whole show season - Solid
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be allowed to show in the Leadline and Walk Jog classes. No APHA membership is required for these classes
so this is a great way to get a start at the breed shows.
OPHC shows also offer APHA halter and riding classes
for the Solid Paint Breds so be sure and bring them out.
2008 Sponsorships are still available. Futurity
Sponsorship starts as little as $25. Volunteers are always
welcome.
For more information on all the OPHC shows,contact names and numbers and entry forms, be sure and
check out the Ontario Paint Horse Club Website at
www.ophc.net
New online Equine Journalism
course from the
University of Guelph
Guelph, ON - Equine Guelph, in partnership with the
Office of Open Learning is offering a new online course
in Equine Journalism. The 12-week course will provide
the tools, techniques and
knowledge necessary to
become a published author
and develop a career in
Equine Journalism.
Instructor Barbara Sheridan is an award-winning freelance writer and photographer
and former Associate Editor
of HorseCare Magazine. She
combines a strong set of communications skills with a
sharp creativity and uncanny
ability to reach a target audience.
Susan Raymond, Communications and Program
Officer at Equine Guelph is
the Assistant Instructor. Susan
oversees the communications program and is heavily
involved in the education programs at Equine Guelph.
An experienced online instructor, Susan co-created and
teaches Management of the Equine Environment, part of
the Equine Science Certificate and Diploma in Equine
Studies programs.
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articles, it’s having the skills
and knowledge to market them
to the appropriate audience.”
“This online course was
developed in response to feedback we received from our
two-day workshops,” says
Melanie Prosser, Manager
Program Development, in the
Office of Open Learning.
“Barb provides so much personal experience and relevant
information that it was necessary to develop a more indepth course. The online format will ensure it is accessible
to students across Canada and
beyond.”
Equine Journalism is one of the elective courses in
the new Equine Business Management Certificate continuing education program offered by the University of
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2008 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
PRESIDENT SHOW COMMITTEE
TREASURER
Becky Riley,
81 Lisbon Pines Dr.,
Cambridge, ON N1R 8A1
(519) 740-9015,
becky@whao.org
Marsha Tarbutt,
664 Marshagen Rd,
Dunnville, ON N1A 2W2
(905) 774-7926,
marsha@whao.org
SECRETARY & JUDGES
COMMITTEE
Louise Harris,
RR #1, Wilsonville, ON N0E 1Y0
(519) 443-7080,
louise@whao.org
SPONSORSHIPS
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2145 Haldimand Rd. 9,
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Website: www.whao.org
Corral Chatter
By Becky Riley.
I like to start with bad news
so that we can end on a happy
note.
The WHAO would like to
extend our deepest sympathy to
Marsha and Lee Tarbutt and family on the loss of Marsha’s dad Art
who passed away in June. We
know that he will be deeply
missed.
It’s July now and we’re just
hitting the main part of our show
season. In June, we had two new
shows which were great. I was able to
attend the Rambling Hills show on
June 14 and had a blast. The show
grounds are wonderful and the competition is fantastic. Did I happen to
mention that the large majority of
exhibitors were youth? This club has
one of the strongest group of youth
that I have seen…not to mention
colourful! With a plain bay horse I
felt underdressed among some beautiful paints. I hope that more people
will attend the July 19 show because
you will love it. It is only about 10
minutes off of the 400 when you take
the Cookstown exit. Bev, Denzil,
Brenda, Chris and the rest of the Rambling Hills Riding Club run a very
efficient show. Thank you to them for
hosting 2 WHAO shows this year and
I hope that this starts a long tradition
between the two clubs.
The second new show in June
was in Katrine, Ontario at Forrestview
Farms. Unfortunately, I was unable to
make it to this one, but wanted to
thank Julie Nicholls again for hosting
a WHAO show. I know there are a
number of exhibitors in that area, but
the shows aren’t as plentiful as they
are in our area, so it is great when
someone steps up to the plate to have
shows that more people in the 705
area code can attend. I hope that we
will be able to continue to promote
our association up there.
Speaking of shows in the 705
area code, I have been given great
news that Trout Creek will once again
host a WHAO point award show on
August 23 & 24. If you have never
driven up to Trout Creek for the show,
you should plan to this year. I can’t
say enough about the condition of the
pen up there. It is perfect for performance classes (not too deep), but
works up wonderfully for the games
classes (just deep enough). Unfortunately, we normally get one night of
rain while we’re up there, but the next
morning you’d never know because
the ground is dry. The committee
puts on a great show with lots of
added money, a Saturday night dinner,
and a Sunday breakfast. There are
limited stalls available so if you
would like to book one for your horse,
please
contact
trout_creek_fair@yahoo.ca for more
information.
Dunnville Saddle Club is going to
be hosting a WHAO show again on
July 27 in Smithville. To get more
information and directions, you can
visit our site at www.whao.org, or
give Marsha Tarbutt a call.
Normally in August, we have a
show at the Jarvis Cornfest. Unfortunately, this year there will not be a
2008 WHAO EVENTS
(t) = tentative
• Saturday, July 19 - Rambling Hills Riding Club WHAO Point Award Show
• Sunday, July 27 - Dunnville Saddle Club WHAO Point Award Show
• Saturday, August 23 - Trout Creek Fair WHAO Point Award Show
• Sunday, August 24 - Trout Creek Fair WHAO Point Award Show
• (t)Saturday, September 13 - Harriston-Minto Fair WHAO Point Award Show
• Saturday, September 20 - Ancaster Fair WHAO Point Award Show
• Sunday, October 12 - Norfolk County Fair WHAO Point Award Show
• Monday, October 13 - Burford Fair WHAO Point Award Show
SENIOR W.H.A.O. JUDGES
Mike Baker
1460 Blessington Rd,
RR 1, Corbyville, On
613-967-4224
Pat Brundage
89 Main St. N.,
Princeton, ON N0J 1V0
(519) 458-1123
Joe Carter
R.R.#2, St. George, ON
N0E 1N0
(519) 448-1127
Melanie Gray
R.R.#4, Owen Sound, ON
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(519) 372-2527
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Louise Harris
RR #1, Wilsonville, ON
N0E 1Y0
(519) 443-7080
harrislouise@yahoo.com
Debbie Haughton
1524 LaCasse Rd.,
Clarence Creek, ON K0A 1N0
(613) 488-2300,
Email: debbiehaughton@canada.com
Barb Hughes
RR #1, Brownsville, ON
N0L 1C0
(519) 877-4312
email: hughesfarm@sympatico.ca
Bruce Ionson
555 Secretariat Court,
Mississauga, ON L5S 2A5
(647) 209-2600
bruceionson@hotmail.com
Shari Irwin
120 Fieldcrest Ave.,
Courtice, ON L1E 2Z1
905-434-5940
e mail:
Shari.Irwin@fin.gov.on.ca
Esther Johnston
Box 46, 293 Cranberry Lake
Rd., Grafton, ON K0K 2G0
905-349-2681/373-9874 (Cell)
e-mail yobear@eagle.ca
Shannon Ketcheson
1460 Blessington Rd.
RR#1, Corbyville, ON K0K 1V0
613-967-4224
cell# 613-922-3222
email: sdandmb@yahoo.ca
Karen LaPlante
R.R. #1
Rutherglen ON P0H 2E0
705-776-1400
karenL:@thot.net
Kelly Lehman
PO Box 128 Drumbo, ON
N0J 1G0. 519-463-9777,
cell: (519) 807-2660
Email: maddavery@sympatico.ca
Anne Marinacci
65 Swayze Court
Smithville, ON L0R 2A0
905-957-5619
Janet McClure
RR #3, 14156 Ten Mile Rd.
Ilderton, ON N0M 2A0
(519) 666-2482
email:
mapleview@porchlight.ca
Brenda McTearnen
284 Whitmore Dr.
Waterloo, ON N2K 2N5
Work (519) 622-0574
Home (519) 884-4050
bmctearnen@yahoo.ca
Paul Mitchell
15L 36 Hills Ave., R.R.#2,
Wainfleet, ON L0S 1V0
(905) 834-8598
Robert Montgomery
RR #3,
Vanessa, ON N0E 1V0
WHAO there. Maybe in the future we
will get back there but not in 2008.
I’m very happy to say that Ancaster Fair is once again on board. Saturday, September 20 at the Ancaster Fair
Grounds. Mike Tucker will be the
judge for the day. Ancaster is another
show that has supported the WHAO for
MANY years and we hope that you
will all come out again this year.
There are many added money classes
once again. Peter and Lori Emick run
a great show and we thank them very
much for the continued support.
As the tradition continues with the
Ancaster Fair, so does the Herb Towers
Classic. If you are a classic (over 50),
you can enter this pleasure class. It’s
always great to see some of our retired
judges, long time members and current
members all compete in this special
class.
I know the price of gas is really
affecting the amount of shows that
most of us can go to, but I really hope
that we can try and trailer pool to some
of these shows so that the organizers
get a great turn out and want to hold a
show in 2009. Without the support of
the exhibitors, we won’t have any
shows. Don’t forget, that the WHAO
is one of the few organizations that
offer prize money at our shows. It definitely helps relieve the pain of the gas
prices. If you have an empty spot on
your trailer, maybe ask around to some
of your fellow competitors who live in
your area and share the trailering. I’m
sure there will be a few people who
will start doing this.
Have a great July and we’ll see
you at the shows.
(As of June 1, 2008 for the year 2008)
(519) 443-7158
Sue Robinson
R.R.#2,
Kincardine, ON N2Z 2X4
(519) 396-8155
email: sdrob@hurontel.on.ca
Tom Saul
4897 Shiloh Line, RR #1,
Petrolia, ON N0N 1R0
(519) 882-0958
saulb@xcelco.on.ca
James Simpson
376 Maltby Rd. E.,
Guelph, ON N1L 1G4
(519) 821-2425
richlandshowhorses@sympatico.ca
Don Stauffer
RR #7, Orangeville, ON
L9W 2Z3
(519) 942-3999
Rick Storey
994 St. Paul’s St.
Peterborough, ON K9H 6J6
(705) 876-7303
e-mail: rick.storey@ sympatico.ca
Robyn Storey
120 Dudhope St.,
Cambridge, ON N1R 5S2
519-620-9015, 519-624-1592
Mike Tucker
RR #4, 1581 Maple St. N.
Fenwick, ON L0S 1C0
(905) 892-5610
John Ward
R.R.#4
Harriston, ON N0G 1Z0
(519) 327-4541
e mail: glassward@distributel.net
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Scott Carmichael
411 Autumn Cres, Welland, On
L3C 7K1 - 905-687-3023
email: scott_carmichael@hotmail.com
Troy Donaldson
RR1 Waterford, On N0E1Y0
519-443-7263
Ann Marie Foster
1204 Parkinson Rd,
Woodstock, On N4S 7W3
519-421-1045
email: fwg@sympatico.ca
Mike Rapley
331 Fourteenth St. W.
Simcoe, On - 519-426-2677
email: mike.rapley@sympatico.ca
Penny Ransom
4013 Hwy 63,
North Bay, ON P1B 8G3
705-476-4107
pen-ran@hotmail.com
James Teed
1225 Smith Line, RR #3,
Sombra, ON
(519) 627-6520
email: dreamcreek@yahoo,com
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R.R.#2, St. George, ON
N0E 1N0
(519) 448-1127
Peter Emick
R.R.#8, Brantford, ON
N3T 5M1
(519) 647-3369
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King-Lyn Stables Precision Riding Team
The King-Lyn Stables Precision Riding Team is comprised of a group of
young riders 15 years of age and up,and the team headquarters is in Monkton,
Ontario. Coached by Connie Bull and Cathy Gilkinson from King- Lyn Stables,
the team members themselves are all accomplished riders and many have been
riding together since the team’s inception in 2002.
The girls not only enjoy the precision team performances they also individually compete in other equestrian events such as rodeo, barrel racing, western
and English performance events and youth team challenges to name only a few.
Their partners on the team, area predominately quarter horses once again proving the versatility of this great breed. To become a member of this prestigious
team the girls must first compete in tryouts and although their riding skills are
first and foremost an important factor in their selection, so also is their ability to
exhibit team spirit and interaction with team members.
The team is proud to have appeared throughout Ontario at such equine
Hitting The Trail With
American Saddlebreds
Sandy and Steve met over a cup of coffee at a pot luck dinner and quickly
realized they had a common bond: their American Saddlebred horses. Now several years later, they are a couple and living their shared dream.
Like many others, they had each bought their first American Saddlebred by
luck, not knowing anything about the breed. They soon found out they had a
horse which was not only beautiful, but was also a kind, willing, versatile and
responsive companion.
Over the years, Sandy and Steve have ridden their Saddlebreds in competitive trail riding, endurance riding, hunter-jumper competitions, eventing, dressage, English and Western riding, and Saddleseat equitation. They have traveled
with their Saddlebreds in a converted bus and have ridden through the mountains
of Vermont, New Hampshire and New York. They have galloped their Saddlebreds over a cross-country course once used for the fox-hunt, jumping out of
muddy streams or tangled brush, going over 5 foot fences or 4 foot coops and
racing over open fields to the next set of jumps. Having experienced all of this
with their wonderful Saddlebred mounts, could they ask for anything more? It
seems so …
A dream in their hearts was that they would find a large acreage in Ontario
where they could ride on their own land for hours, without meeting bicycles,
motorbikes, ATVs, hikers or dogs. Their search landed them in beautiful Muskoka, on 300 beautiful acres of rocky hills, valleys and streams, hard and softwoods, and beautiful meadows.
Sandy and Steve cleared 20 kilometers of trails, as well as land for grazing,
and then started building barns, cabins and a sugar shack. They called their property The Little East River Farm, and they opened a Trail Riding facility – but one
with a difference! They ride and provide their customers American Saddlebreds.
They specialize in taking out small groups of one to six riders. Everyone is given
a brief starter lesson in the riding ring before hitting the trails. The lesson helps
to familiarize the rider with the basics of riding and the wonders of riding an
American Saddlebred.
Riders are amazed at how well the horses respond to a gentle touch. Most riders
find the Saddlebred so well balanced that they are able have the fun of trotting
and cantering, even on their first time trail riding.
The Little East River Farm offers a fun, safe and exhilarating experience.
After 6 years Sandy and Steve can proudly say that their Saddlebreds are the
backbone of the farm’s popularity, and both horses and owners love their jobs!
With each ride Sandy and Steve hope they are contributing to the growth of the
breed, and to the number of people who will go home dreaming of one day owning an American Saddlebred of their very own. The passion that Sandy and
Steve have for their Farm and their Saddlebreds is contagious, as they share their
horse knowledge and their beautiful equine companions with all who come to
ride at the Farm.
“I wake of every morning feeling so lucky that this is my life, riding our
Saddlebreds over this beautiful land each day. They feed my soul” says Sandy.
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Above: King-Lyn Precision Team in Listowel, ON on June 19, 2008.
Photo by PhotogenicsStodio.ca.
events as the Royal Winter Fair in
Toronto, the International Plowing
Match, local fairs, and the Can Am
Equine Extravaganza These young
ladies are literally making big tracks
throughout horse show arenas all over
southwestern Ontario. They were
extremely honoured and proud to be
the opening act for the RCMP musical
ride in Listowel and wowed the crowd
of over 7500 spectators.
They are the official colour guard
of the Dodge Rodeo Tour for 2008 and
will be part of the show at venues
throughout Ontario this summer.
Watch for them at a performance near
you!!
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What’s BOSS?
Why do we do that to horses?
Who did the research?
What are the short-term,
long-term benefits?
Is it good for horses?
I think about a lot of things
concerning horses and nutrition.
Today it is black oil sunflower
seeds, commonly known in the
horse world as BOSS. Yes, the
same black oil sunflower seeds
fed to birds.
Why the current fad of feeding black oil sunflower seeds to
horses?
The number one reason is
better coat condition. The coat
improves because of the high oil
(fat) content.
The second reason is price.
Pound for pound BOSS is usually
less expensive than other supplements used for coat condition.
So that’s why we do it.
But who did the research and
determined the nutritional recommendations for black oil sunflowers
relating to equines? Apparently no
one!
Consult the National Research
Council’s book Nutrient Requirements of Horses (2007) and no where
are black oil sunflowers mentioned.
Sunflower meal is listed in the nutrient composition chart, but not whole
seeds. The presence of the hull will
change the nutrient levels.
I used several internet search
engines to research nutrient levels,
feeding recommendations, scientific
research results and the only thing I
could find were forums or chat
rooms. One or two were monitored
by veterinarians and they stated there
is not enough research to offer solid
advice about feeding black oil sunflowers.
Examine the ingredient list on
the most popular commercial coat
conditioners. The ingredients may
include: alfalfa, flax, rice bran, soybean meal, corn oil and others. But
not one product lists whole sunflowers.
I wonder why?
It could be because of the high
level of omega-6 fatty acids in
BOSS.
There are two fatty acids that
cannot be produced within the body.
These are omega-3 (linolenic) and
omega-6 (linoleic).
When the two are in balance
they can offer anti-inflammatory
properties. But no one knows the
balance for horses.
Research in humans and dogs
have shown when omega-6 is too
high arachidonic acid is produced
increasing inflammation, the chances
of osteoarthritis, decreased bone formation and decreasing the allergy
fighting properties omega-3 provides.
Here’s the catch for black oil
sunflower seeds – it’s high in omega6 fatty acids. Omega-3 is almost nonexistent.
The equine diet does not require
omega-6 fatty acids to be supplemented. It occurs naturally in grains
and most forage. On the other hand,
unless a horse has access to fresh
green grass omega-3 may have to be
supplemented.
Common sense tells us that
adding more omega-6 fatty acid to
the diet by feeding black oil sunflowers is probably not a great idea.
Another question we need to
ask is how digestible is BOSS?
Think about birds, squirrels and even
humans…the hull is removed before
eating. So why would we feed them
whole to horses?
No research has been conducted
to determine if the equine digestive
system can utilize whole black sunflowers. Counting the number of
plants that come up in the manure
pile is not scientific research.
Ask any commercial sunflower
seed producer about the soil type,
growing conditions, fertilizer,
moisture required and soil temperature needed to grow sunflowers.
I doubt the answer is “a horsemanure pile is perfect”. Keep in
mind that the BOSS you are buying at the feed store or Wal-Mart is
not certified seed.
The short-term benefits of a
healthy coat may not outweigh the
possible long-term health risks.
Until research proves feeding
horses whole black oil sunflowers
seeds is beneficial I think I will
stay with elbow-grease (good
grooming) and a balanced diet.
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Standardbred
Showcase!!
Close to 30 riders and horses competed in 22
classes today at the Standardbred Showcase. A
tremendous crow of spectators well over 150
strong in addition to riders and their helpers took
part in this first time event.
Standardbreds not known for the riding abilities, proved to everyone there that they are in fact a
force to be reckoned with in the show ring. Classes included Jumper speed classes, hunter over
fences, flat classes, games, driving as well as halter
and dressage were well represented by the breed.
In addition to the riding aspect of the show, a
mascot race featuring Grandy the Grey (Brad
Watt) from Grand River Raceway who is still
looking for a win to put on his card and Hoofy
(Jason Ryan) from Georgian Downs had the crowd
in stitches. Brawn Seelster fresh from his win last
night in Hanover in the Walker Memorial Trot was
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JULY 2008 THE RIDER /11
A Horse, Of Course
A Horse, Of Course
By Don Blazer
Wait!
In this day and age of
“instant” everything, it’s
hard to do, especially
when you’re training a
young horse, or even an
older horse for that matter.
It’s easy to get excited; everything is now or
soon. There are show
classes for weanlings,
yearlings, two-year-old
futurities and derbies for
three-year-olds. And time flies when you are having
fun.
So, I’m not saying wait to get started…I don’t
think you can start to soon. But wait!
There are six elements to horse training: communication, the initiation of action, compliance,
impulsion, suppleness and collection.
There’s one super ingredient that applies to all,
and makes each better.
Wait!
It took me years and years to figure it out.
Great trainers have given me lots of help, lots of
advice, lots of secrets, but never “wait.” They might
not have recognized it themselves, even though most
of them practiced it.
Some say, “It takes as long as it takes.” But
that’s not quite the same as “wait”.
One of the best show-horse trainers (multiple
world champions) I ever watched and tried to learn
from would ask a horse for a simple exercise, then
stop the horse and wait. He’d light a cigarette and
just wait. He didn’t say he was waiting, he just did
it.
Training race horses is a little different than
training show or pleasure horses…the mind set is
“fast”, not “wait”. But race horse trainers will
often give you this advice: if you
don’t wait on a horse, he’ll make you wait.
What they mean is, a horse will find a way to get
hurt, sore, or mentally up-tight if you don’t give him
time to learn.
When training, make sure the training and
conditioning is slow and easy; the horses will
have good minds and sound bodies.
One very successful trainer gave me this
advice: when you’re trying to teach a horse
something, never get him hot—mind or body.
In hot weather, how do you not get them
hot? You do a lot of “waiting.”
He never really told me to “wait,” but
that was the essence of his advice.
How do you wait?
Walk slowly, stop and rest, move slowly, speak in soft tones.
Horses have excellent hearing, so you
don’t have to make an effort to be heard.
Speak softly and it starts the process of
“waiting.”
Now don’t hurry through the grooming
process; take your time, allow your horse to
enjoy the light massage, caresses and pats.
Tack slowly; remember that “less is
more” and “slow is fast.” You’re not really
going anywhere…it’s just a training session
and time for enjoyment. If you slow down
your horse won’t be anxious.
Allow your horse to “mosey along.”
For years I wanted my horses to “walk out;
come-on Paint, let’s get where we ain’t.” I
couldn’t wait, even thought we had no destination. All I really accomplished was to
rev-up my horse’s mind.
Begin teaching…but wait. Teach in
small amounts, for example, two half-pass steps
to the left is a good try, now wait and provide
praise.
Your horse will probably want to take a
step forward; it’s the nature of horses to be on
the move. Wait. Make him wait some more.
Now ask for a smooth, quiet, transition to
something he knows..the walk, jog or lope.
Only travel 20 to 30 yards, stop and wait.
Make all your teaching simple. The cor-
rect responses should be both easy and comfortable for the horse…incorrect responses should
result in discomfort and hard work, followed by
a period of waiting.
Practice waiting.
It’s going to take a
couple of weeks of “waiting” to see great
results, but I promise, you’ll be amazed. Wait
and see!
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There are only two ways to make money
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Having a horse actually win more money
than it is costing to keep, train and campaign him
is very hard to do. Some do, but very few.
Selling involves the horse himself, or services or products for the horse.
There are hundreds of thousands of guides to
selling, marketing techniques, advertising creation
and media manipulation. Most of the time the
“guides” are a means to make the provider money
and make you think there is something mysterious
and complicated about success.
Forget the marketing mumble jumble.
Selling is simple, easy and lucrative. It’s
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First you need to know to whom you are
going to sell your horse, product or service.
While it is the first thing you should know, it is
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For some reason most businesses think first about
the product, making it better, making it cheaper,
getting it more exposure.
Forget the product (for now).
Your customers don’t buy the product!
Your customers buy a way to satisfy a
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So what is your customer’s dream?
If you have a barrel horse you want to sell,
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Zero in and reach people who want a barrel
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horse their kids can learn on…winning will come
later. (You can sell them one of your winning
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Know to whom you can sell, and what that prospect
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Step two is the easiest…simply help the potential
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sell them anything…just help them get what they want.
What do they want? A barrel horse for the kids to learn
on; you’ve got the horse, so tell them you have a barrel
horse the kids can learn on.
Don’t tell them the horse
has the potential to win at the National Finals
Rodeo…that’s not what they want.
Help them get what they want.
Step three is pricing. Price the horse or service or
product so you’ll make money. You’ll never lose taking
a profit, but it small or large.
If you’re losing money on every sale, you can’t
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When you are starting your horse business, whether
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1. Do I know who wants to buy what I have to sell? 2.
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14/ JULY 2008 THE RIDER
VISIT OUR WEBSITE
www.orha.on.ca
Ontario Reining Horse Association
2007 Board of Directors
President
John Thompson - 705.374.4043
1st Vice-President
Ken Van Alstine - 905.384.2008
Past President
Gary Yaghdjian - 905.649.1342
2nd Vice-President
Lloyd Diehl - 519.669.1978
REINING CANADA CHAMPIONS
Member Secretary
Nicki Stanton
Recording Secretary
Rosemary Hilbert
Treasurer
Brian Stewart - 905-476-1319
2007 Directors
Harvey Stevens
Joanne Milton
Wendy Dyer
John Purdie
Mike Munroe
The Ontario Reining Horse Youth
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Ontario Reiners were proud to receive their Champion and Reserve Champion jackets from Reining Canada’s Past President Dave Dorland at the Kemptville Slide June 22.
Ontario riders being presented with their jackets on the weekend was Terry Dunn who rode Brennas Bee Sting in the Rookie class and Tim Stanton riding Spin There Dun It in the Open class.
Also receiving jackets for top ten finishes in the Reining Canada Beginner class was Ron Barnes
of Toronto and Carolyn Ruby of Sudbury.
Ontario Varsity Youth
Reining Club
Rules
• Must be an ORHA youth member
• Youth officers cannot run for points
• For certain activities you cannot exceed 8 hours a day
• Youth 13 and Under are Junior Varsity Club members
• Youth 14-18 are Varsity Club members
• Total number of points will determine the prizes
awarded
• End date October 26, 2008
Awards
Bronze: 0-100… Certificate, T-shirt
Silver: 101-300… Certificate, Hat
Gold: 301 +… Certificate, Sweatshirt
Award for Highest Junior Varsity Youth… Cooler
Award for Highest Varsity Youth… Cooler
Contact Rebecca for work sheets and more information.
ORHA 2008 Events
July 19 & 20 - Spirit of Excellence Reining
Show, Y-Not Farms, Meaford, ON. Contact:
Ron Lubinski 519.538.0510
Aug. 2 & 3 - Canadian Reining Classic
Show, Fletcher's Horse World, Waterford,
ON. Contact: Sharon Fletcher 519.443.7333
Aug 16 & 17 - Blacks Equine Centre, Hamilton ON. Contact: Ken Van Alstine
905.679.1224
Aug 30 & 31 - Rockslide Reining Show,
Quardream Stable, Mount Forest, ON. Contact: Lori Quarrie 519.323.9848,
quardream@hotmail.com
Sept. 8 to 10 - OBBO Futurity Reining Show,
Western Fair Agri Plex, London, ON. Contact: Lloyd Diehl 519.669.1978
Sept. 26 to 28 - Eastern Canada Affiliate
Championship, Blainville, PQ
Oct. 25 & 26 - ORHA Grand Finale & Sired
Stakes Reining Show, Royal Canadian Riding
Academy, Davis Drive, Newmarket
Roses For
Yankee
Walking through the barn at
StoneRidge Farm, everybody
stops to look at the handsome
paint stallion standing quietly in
the corner of his stall. Taking
time out from eating hay to check
on who it is staring at him now
and considering whether or not it
is worth his effort to come over
and check you out, who would
Yankee and Tim, wife Lisa, with students
think this son of the famous GunMichelle, Samantha, and Chris
ner going by the name of Yankee,
could turn into the dynamic reining horse lion turns in a performance that earns him
he does.
not one garland of roses but two. Cross
Owned by Lisa and Tim Stanton, entered in the Intermediate Open Derby
who operate StoneRidge Farm as a train- and Open Derby there was only one, riding and coaching facility in Pickering, den by Craig Johnson, that could better
Yankee, registered name Gun Dealer, his performance.
continues to wow crowds and judges
Ontario congratulates its own – Tim
under the guiding hands of Tim Stanton. and Yankee Intermediate Open Derby
At the CNYRHA It’s a Bingo Grey- Champion and Open Derby Reserve
hound Derby in Syracuse, New York, the Champion at the CNYRHA It’s a Bingo
first weekend in June, the handsome stal- Greyhound Derby.
JULY 2008 THE RIDER/ 15
The Ontario Barrel Racing Association
OBRA EXECUTIVE MEMBERS FOR 2008
The Fastest Fifteen
Seconds of Your Life
CHECK OUT THE BRAND
NEW OBRA WEBSITE AT
www.obra.ca
President:
1st Vice President:
2nd Vice President:
Show Secretary/Treasurer:
WebMaster:
Newlsetter:
Ontario Equestrian
Federation Representative:
Points Tabulator:
Awards/Banquet Coordinators:
Show Coordinator:
Show Managers:
Pony Directors:
Lisa Scarlett
Gerard Bernauer
Kurt Kneidinger
Carol Crane
Bonita Nicholson
Lisa Scarlett
519-289-1937
519-7384-835
905-877-3240
519-475-4577
905-335-5793
519-631-4198
Lisa May
Bonita Nicholson
Lisa Scarlett
Jodi Pendry
Jaime Robertson
Mary Schofield
Jaime Robertson
Chris Blaine,
Russ Thomson
Mike Robertson
Al Nicholson
Jodi Pendry
Jaime Robertson
905-877-3240
905-335-5793
519-289-1937
519-855-4447
519-855-4701
519-638-3872
519-855-4701
519-787-0004
519-855-4701
905-335-5793
519-855-4447
519-855-4701
Futurity Directors:
Gerard Bernauer
Mike Robertson
Chris Blaine
Jodi Pendry
lisa_scarlet@hotmail.com
christinetall@yahoo.com
kneidingerk@yahoo.com
crane@oxford.net
bonitahuber@hotmail.com
lisa_scarlett@hotmail.com
519-519-738-4835
519- 855-4701
Youth Advisor:
Regional Directors:
North:
Darlene Jackson
Cliff Boyce
Central:
Louise Annett
West:
Christine Bernauer
East:
Art Wright
bonitahuber@hotmail.com
jodipendry@gocom.ca
mikefarrier@easyfocus.com
peterandmary@worldline.ca
519-855-4701
jodipendry@gocom.ca
707-472-9596
705-855-1127
519-836-6492
519-738-4835
705-924-3077
darlene.jackson@mto.gov.ca
905-335-5793
519-855-4701
519-738-4835
519-475-4577
519-787-0004
nicholsona@burlington.ca
Chris Blaine
Al Nicholson
Mike Robertson
Gerard Bernauer
Dwayne Crane
Russ Thompson
thethomsons@golden.net
mikefarrier@easyfocus.com
nicholsona@burlington.ca
jodipendry@gocom.ca
christinetall@yahoo.com
crane@oxford.net
thethompsons@golden.net
OBRA Show Results
Show name: Bridgen Barrel Blast
Class Name: 2-D Futurity
Class Type: 17
Number of Entries: 6
Entry Fee: $25.00
Added Money: $200.00
Entry Money: $150.00
Retained Money: $30.00
Total Purse: $320.00
Rank/ Horse/ Rider/ Time/ KD/ Purse
1/ Twist For The Money
Manson, Murray
2/ Wranglers Fiesta
Bernauer, Gerard
3/ Bullys Smokin Chick
McCallum, Doug
4/ Burnt Whiskey
Sabila, Kevin
17.388
17.579
17.903
18.082
Second Division
1/ Fire N Flight
2/ First to Smash
26.013 1 32.00
Disqua
Heffernan, Liz
Clark, Angela
0
0
0
0
128.00
96.00
64.00
.00
Bridgen Barrel Blast
Class Name: Bridgen Sweeps
Class Type: 12
Number of Entries: 9
Entry Fee: $25.00
Added Money: $500.00
Entry Money: $225.00
Retained Money: $45.00
Total Purse: $680.00
Rank/ Horse/ Rider/ Time/ KD/ Purse
1/ School's Dun
Johnston,Caitlin,1
2/ Kitty
Merritt,Evan
3/ Rocket Replay
Kersey,Maryann
4/ Komet,
Bernauer,Gerard
5/ Bet On The Bug
Longfield,Bonita
6/ Mark The Jet
Folkard,Bob
7/ Rey's Jet Fire
McCallum,Nancy
8/ Arbons Frenchman
Tanguy,Arsene
9/ Bugs Mackey
Tomson,Russ
10/ Chicklet
Seibert,Elaine
As this newsletter goes into print our Barrel racing Season is in full
swing and we are looking forward to a large turn-out for Kevin and Kimmer’s this weekend.
Our show season kicked off with a bang at Via Trailers in Mt Brydges. Super weather and tough competition made for an awesome weekend.
On Saturday, Blake Vonda and Justa Wee Dash broke the 16 second mark
to win the Sweeps. Amy Fotheringham and her fabulous Sharp Dressed
Okie won the Futurity. Jessie Mathieu sizzled on Sizzlin’ Jam and won the
Poles. On Sunday, Amy Fotheringham won the Limited Open again on
Sharp Dressed Okie. Rey’s Jet Fire carried Nancy McCallum to a win in
the Sweeps then turned around and won the Poles with husband Doug
aboard. Kevin Sabila won the Futurity with Burnt Whiskey. Judy and Ryan
said this about the show,
“The gang at Via Trailers would like to thank everyone for the large
turnout for their Barrel Blast-we were fortunate to have great weather and
lots of competitors-thanks to Carl Heffernan for keeping the pen in great
condition and all of the ring crew for keeping the show moving along and
organized as usual.Even though we had some technical problems with the
sound system,Craig Whittifield did his usual great job of announcing.Every
year we are amazed after the show how little there is to clean up and how
respectful every one is of the property-it’s been a pleasure to have this show
for 12 years and we hope to continue to do so.”
The Moore Agricultural Society treated us to the Brigden Barrel Blast.
What a heatwave!! None of us were prepared for the over-30 degree temperatures both days. Congratulations to Nancy McCallum and Reys Jet Fire
who won the Sweeps again on Saturday. Chris Blaine and Caraway’s
Native Storm won the Limited Open. Gerard Bernaur and Wranglers Fiesta
won the Futurity and Bob Folkard and Mark the Jet won the Poles. Congratulation to Murray Manson who’s Twist For the Money won the Futurity
Sunday. Other Sunday winners include Caitlin Johnson and School’s Dun
who won the Sweepstakes and Glenn Sutherland aboard Dash for Doctor
who won the poles.
A huge Thank You!! To Michelle Evanitski, the Weese Family and
the Moore Agricultural Society for their hard work organizing this wonderful show. The show grounds are first class and dinner and dance was super.
louise_dg@hotmail.com
christinetall@yahoo.com
Safety Directors:
OBRA News
Above: Melissa Weese and Ima Doodley Dandy and
Shanna Rabideau and Wiley at the Brigden Barrel Blast
christinetall@yahoo.com
mikefarrier@easyfocus.com
Average (inc. 0.300) = 17.441
16.937 0
17.021 0
17.104 0
17.121 0
17.177 0
17.295 0
17.329 0
21.726 1
22.373 1
No-Show
272.00
204.00
136.00
68.00
.00
.00
.00
.00
.00
A threshold (inc. 0.300) = 17.321
Bridgen Barrel Blast
Class Name: Bridgen Limited
Class Type: 15
Number of Entries: 38
Entry Fee: $15.00
Added Money: $300.00
Entry Money: $570.00
Retained Money: $114.00
Total Purse: $756.00
Rank/ Horse/ Rider/ Time/ KD/ Purse
1 Jolting Jake
Hilton,Josh
2 November Rain
Burgess,Linda
3 Sammie
Robson,Jessie
4 Caraways Native Storm Blane,Chris
5 Lucks Nancy Star
Crane,Dwayne
6 Kitto Jett
Damphouse,Jeff
7 Dash For Doctor
Sutherland,Glenn
8 A Rey of Luck
McCallum,Doug
9 Runner
Chartier,Amanda
10 Bit of Tass
Johnston,Dave
11 Cubin Cartel
Bernauer,Gerard
12 Lucks Miss Bug
Dougall,Alyssa
13 Eyes Pretty Cute
Bernauer,Gerard
14 DL Smoke Show
Sheppard-Grigg,Traci
15 Leo
Chartier,Amanda
Second Division
1 Doc's Dynamic Dude
Nickolson,Al
2 Mr Misunderstood
Robson,Stephanie
3 Ebony
Folkard,Bob
4 CL Rambeau Fire
Ford,Annett
5 Honey
Riley,Montana
6 Rising Moon Special
Timmermans,Dayle
7 Burnt Whiskey
Sabila,Kevin
8 I'm Dodging The Blues Vyse,Justine
9 Healey Falls Amigo
Vandenberg,Brittany
10 Drive On Tass
Smart,Jessie
11 Positive Effort
Wilson,James
12 Flying With Luck
Riley,Montana
13 Breanna's Wish
Kersey,Kelly
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
Dasher
Jamma
Wind Diva
Sweet On Jazz
Annie
Whata Big Brother
Triple Oso Logic
Blast of Lib
Eye R Aluck
RG Grande
Carol Chick Dancer
Healey Falls Amigo
Enns,Sandra
Nickolson,Shannon
Miller,Robyn
TenHove,Marg
Hilton,Kevin
Ceresato,Brenda
Tomson,Tara
Wilkins,Sarah
Mathieu,Richard
Scarlett,Lisa
Seibert,Armin
Vandenberg,Brittany
22.659 1
22.686 1
22.732 0
22.889 1
23.821 1
25.887 1
27.468 2
Disqua
Disqua
Disqua
No-Show
No-Show
.00
.00
.00
.00
.00
.00
.00
Bridgen Barrel Blast
Class Name: 2-D Open Poles
Class Type: 14
Number of Entries: 18
Entry Fee: $15.00
Added Money: $200.00
Entry Money: $270.00
Retained Money: $54.00
Total Purse: $416.00
Rank/ Horse/ Rider/ Time/ KD/ Purse
1 Dash For Doctor
Sutherland,Glenn
2 Lucks Miss Bug
Dougall,Alyssa
22.290 0 208.00
23.398 0 124.80
Second Division
1 I'm Dodging The Blues Vyse,Justine
2 Whata Big Brother
Ceresato,Brenda
3 Briarlanes Special T
Jeavons,Christine
4 Rey's Jet Fire
McCallum,Doug
5 Flying With Luck
Riley,Montana
6 Canadian Jasmine
Currah,Lisa
7 A Midnight Rendevous Kurstie,Sylvester
8 Bonky
Maltby,Sarah
9 CL Rambeau Fire
Ford,Annett
10 Arbon Bully
Dubois,Art
11 Cams Kitty Hawk
Doerr,Brittney
12 Sweet On Jazz
TenHove,Marg
13 A Rey of Luck
McCallum,Doug
14 Fire N Flight
Heffernan,Liz
15 Eye R Aluck
Mathieu,Richard
16 Lucks Nancy Star
Crane,Dwayne
17 Go Jenny Dream
Brodhagen,Joe
18 QT Poco Vittoro
Collier,Sue
19 Mark The Jet
Folkard,Bob
20 Healey Falls Amigo
Vandenberg,Brittany
21 DL Smoke Show
Sheppard-Grigg,Traci
22 Jamma
Nickolson,Shannon
23 Bet On The Bug
Longfield,Bonita
24 Doc's Dynamic Dude Nickolson,Al
24.603 0 41.60
25.528 0 24.96
26.928 0 16.64
31.723 2 .00
33.789 2 .00
34.100 2 .00
35.278 2 .00
35.819 2 .00
36.057 2 .00
36.649 2 .00
41.751 0 .00
42.512 4 .00
44.318 4 .00
Disqua
Disqua
isqua
No-Show
No-Show
No-Show
No-Show
No-Show
No-Show
No-Show
No-Show
2008 OBRA Show Schedule
16.557
16.963
16.981
17.016
17.119
17.216
17.300
17.348
17.364
17.371
17.425
17.426
17.431
17.485
17.523
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
181.44
143.64
113.40
98.28
75.60
68.04
.00
.00
.00
.00
.00
.00
.00
.00
.00
17.609
17.654
17.697
17.743
17.795
17.918
17.944
18.360
18.403
18.470
21.908
22.285
22.328
0 37.80
0 22.68
0 15.12
0 .00
0 .00
0 .00
0 .00
0 .00
0 .00
0 .00
1 .00
1 .00
1 .00
July 27 - Zurich Fair, Contact Lisa Scarlett, 519-289-1937
August 2 & 3 - Erin Barrelrama, Contact Mike Robertson,
519 855-4701
August 9 - Aylmer Fair, Contact Debby McMullen, 519-4857577
August 16 & 17 - Royal Run Classic, Maidstone, Contact
Christine Bernauer 519-738-4835
August 30 - Members Show Erin, Contact Carol Crane 519
475-4577
August 31 - Orangeville Fair, Contact Mike Robertson, 519855-4701
September 5, 6 & 7 - B & H Ranch, Contact Harvey Johnston
September 19 - Milton Fair
September 21 - Forest Fair, Contact Lisa Scarlett, 519-2891937
September 28 - Wallacetown Fair, Contact Debby
McMullen, 519-485-7577
October 5 - Roseneath Fair, Contact Art Wright
October 11 - Dorchester Fair
October 12 - Erin Fair
October 13 - Bridgen Fair, Contact Michelle Evanitski, 519864-4889
October 17, 18 & 19 - OBRA/NBHA Finals
16/ JULY 2008 THE RIDER
OEF Invites You to Send A Kid
to Conference!
In an effort to introduce our young members
to the valuable educational opportunities offered
at the OEF Annual Conference, this year’s Conference Committee has initiated a “Send a Kid to
Conference” campaign whereby donations of
$250 or more will be attributed to the OEF Youth
Fund and made available to offset the expense of
attending a day at the Conference for financiallydisadvantaged Junior members. The deserving
candidates will be selected from the many, many
applicants for the 2008 Youth Bursary that could
not be accommodated due to the limited funds
available for that particular initiative.
Committee members have started the ball
rolling and, so far, have made contributions that
will allow the OEF to send at least three Junior
members to this year’s Conference to be held at
the Delta Meadowvale Resort & Conference Centre in November. We encourage all members –
from Individuals to Associations to Corporate
partners – to support this phenomenal program
with a minimum donation of $250 to the OEF
Youth Fund. Just imagine the experience this will
provide a young member – to be inspired by the
keynote address, to learn coaching techniques that
will serve them whether as a current student or
potential instructor or coach, to explore the
numerous opportunities available to them for a
future career in the equine world, to be educated
in horse welfare by our professionals, to rub
shoulders with the experts – this is a possibility
many Juniors do not have an opportunity to
encounter until later in life. Your donation can
make that happen NOW!
For more information or to make a donation
please visit the OEF website or contact the OEF
Office at horse@horse.on.ca, 905-709-6545, or 1877-441-7112.
Thank you from our kids for your generosity!
Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation/Weekend To End Breast
Cancer & Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation/
Prostate Cancer Research Department
Second Annual Al Humphrey Memorial Ride
OEF Announces Conference
Keynote Speaker
SUNDAY, AUGUST 3, 2008
Check-In opens 7:30 am • Starting Times from 8 am
* 25 kilometre marked course through the scenic winding trails of York
Regional Forest * Set your own pace * Radio Checkpoints * Horse
Holders * Wake-up Coffee * Lunch Stop * Spot Prizes * Overnight
camping with Saturday night campfire * Beef Bar-B-Que &
Entertainment Sunday after ride * High Pledge Earner Awards
* Individual, Team &Sponsor Entries *
The OEF is pleased to announce that Barbara Kingscote will be joining us on Saturday
November 29 to deliver the Annual Conference
keynote address at lunch. Kingscote is the author
of the best-selling novel “Ride the Rising Wind:
One Woman’s Journey Across Canada” that
describes her journey across Canada on horseback.
In May 1949, at the age of twenty, Barbara
Kingscote left her farm in Mascouche, Quebec,
and set out for the Pacific Ocean on horseback.
Barbara and her equine companion Zazy reached
the West Coast just over a year later, after traveling 4,000 miles and discovering the heart of this
great country. With only $100, a map, and a handful of supplies, Barbara and Zazy made through
northern Ontario across the plains and the Rockies, with luck, determination and the generosity of
strangers to see them through.
Kingscote earned her MA and PhD in Veterinary Science from the University of Guelph
and has spent a lifetime working with animals.
From researching zoonosis (diseases that can be
passed from animals to humans), to studying reindeer in Canada’s far north, Kingscote has many
more incredible true stories to tell.
PLEASE REGISTER EARLY, LIMIT OF 300 HORSES & RIDERS
The annual Al Humphrey Memorial Ride, in honor of Allan Stewart Humphrey
(October 10, 1932 - February 2, 2006) or as he was known to most "Al" of
Al's Tack Shop, provides an opportunity for the horse community at large to make a
positive contribution to the lives of others by raising funds for deserving non-profit
organizations. Recipient charities and/or organizations will be named on an annual
basis. During his lifetime Al gave selflessly of himself in support of
many deserving organizations and charities.
It is in this spirit that the Al Humphrey Memorial Ride has been established.
Registration & Information at:
OEF Kids’ Corral
We are excited to offer a brand new youth
program titled the OEF Kids’ Corral! The Kids’
Corral will take place at the hotel and this halfday program consists of six stations: Horse First
Aid with Maggie Turner, Equine Photography
with River Bend Designs, Braiding & Banding
with Esther Johnston, Disciplines 101 with Nancy
Kavanagh, Biosecurity with Equine Guelph, and
Rider Fitness with Heather Samson. As part of
the focus on safety, we ask all Kids’ Corral participants to bring their helmet. Returning this year is
the complimentary Parent Information Session.
Parents are invited to attend for a chance to find
out what you need to know as a parent of a horsecrazy kid.
OEF Annual Banquet & Auction
Be sure to join us on the evening of Saturday November 29 for the OEF Annual Banquet.
Throughout the evening, the OEF will be
acknowledging those members who have experienced achievements or made significant contributions over the past year. If you know of someone
who you think deserves recognition, nomination
forms are available in the July issue of WHOA!
or on the OEF website.
In addition, new for 2008, our Annual Auction will be live with lots of items up for bid –
you won’t want to miss this wonderful opportunity to complete your Christmas shopping! All proceeds go towards the OEF Youth Bursary Fund
providing Junior members with $1,000 bursaries.
The 2008 OEF Annual Conference, “For the
Love of the Horse”, is one of the most anticipated
equine educational weekends for the flourishing
horse community in Ontario. The Conference
will be held at the Delta Meadowvale Resort &
Conference Centre, Mississauga ON over the
weekend of November 28-30, 2008.
The 2008 OEF Annual Conference Preliminary Program is now available in the July issue of
WHOA! and on the OEF website
www.horse.on.ca.
Funds raised by the 2008 Ride will benefit:
Al's Tack Shop
ONE HORSE FARM
4812 Vandorf Road,
Stouffville, ON L4A 7X5
905-640-2011 Norma Humphrey
noral@netrover.com
16436 McCowan Road, RR1,
Cedar Valley, Ont. L0G 1E0
905-473-7014
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JULY 2008 THE RIDER /17
CASE IH Offers OEF Members New Rebate Program
The Ontario Equestrian Federation (OEF) and
CASE IH are pleased to announce that they have partnered together to offer OEF members an exclusive benefit! All current OEF members will now be able to
receive up to $600 off the purchase of select CASE IH
tractors. The OEF Member Rebate is the only one of its
kind offered by CASE IH in Canada.
It’s easy to save - just follow 3 simple steps!
1. Visit your local CASE IH dealership
2. Select the tractor you would like to purchase
3. Present your 2008 OEF membership card and the
rebate coupon (available on the OEF website)
The OEF Member Rebate is available at all CASE
IH dealerships in Ontario and the rebate is in addition to
the best negotiated price. Please note that OEF members
taking advantage of the rebate program are still eligible
for low rate finance programs.
CASE IH is a global leader in agricultural equipment, committed to collaborating with its customers to
develop the most powerful, productive, reliable equipment – for those who demand more. CASE IH has a
network of professional dealers throughout all of Ontario
and provides agricultural equipment solutions, flexible
financial service offerings and parts and service support
for horse owners and other non-traditional farm operations. Productivity enhancing products well suited for
the horse farm include tractors (full range of attachments
and implements); hay and forage equipment; tillage
tools; and planting and seeding systems.
For more information about CASE IH tractors or to
find your local dealer please visit www.caseih.com. For
more information about the OEF Member Rebate program or to access your rebate coupon please contact the
OEF Office or visit www.horse.on.ca.
The American Saddlebred Horse Association of Ontario
2008 Directors
President
Richard MacKenzie
905-986-5598
Brad Wardell
519-683-2294
brad.wardell@sympatico.ca
Scott Cook 905-786-3188
sterlingstables@hotmail.com
Ashley Fletcher 905-263-8837
sterlingstables@hotmail.com
Larry Papple 519-458-8409
lpapple@sympatico.ca
Leslie Hudson 905-493-1752
lamathome@hotmail.com
Nancy MacDonald 613-259-3448
starmac@superaje.com
Marie Papple 519-458-8409
mariepapple@sympatico.ca
Memberships/Newsletter
Marilyn Buller 905-898-7315
marilyn.buller@rci.rogers.com
*Tentative* AHSA of ON Horse Show List
July 26 - The Saddlebred Classic @ The Ontario Hackney Show, Barrie, Contact: Cheryl Santarossa, 905-8579533 cherylsantarossa@hotmail.com
Mon & Tues, July 28 & 29 - The CNE Horse Show, Contact: Barb Meyers, 416-263-3837 bmeyers@theex.com
Aug. 2 - The Open Summer Classic, Contact: Sandra Rizzo, 905-717-9373
Aug. TBA - Barrie Fair, Saturday & Sunday, Contact: Barb Anness, 705-733-5729, banness@sympatico.ca, Darlene Gould, crimsonacres@rogers.com
Aug. 30 - Perth Fair, Contact: Nancy MacDonald, 613-259-3448
Sept. 13 - Spencerville Fair, Contact: Nancy MacDonald, 613-259-3448
Sept. 30 - Richmond Fair, Contact: Nancy MacDonald
, 613-259-3448
Sept. 27 - Carp Fair, Contact: Nancy MacDonald, 613-259-3448
Oct. 4 - Metcalf Fair, Contact: Nancy MacDonald, 613-259-3448
Oct. 13 - Brigden Fall Fair, Contact: Mary James, 519-541-1761
Oct. 13 - Simcoe Fair, Vicky Cork 519-428-7550, Diane Stewart 519-428-1530
Equine Canada Announces
New Chief Executive Officer
Ottawa, Ontario—Equine Canada President
Al Patterson is pleased to announce that
Akaash Maharaj has been hired as Equine
Canada’s Chief Executive Officer.
With a Master of Arts from Oxford
University, Maharaj has a very impressive
and diverse background in government relations and e-commerce. These skills, combined with Maharaj’s avid interest in equestrian sport, make him the obvious choice as
the new CEO for Equine Canada.
“After a number of communications
and conversations with Akaash, I believe
that in his new position as CEO of Equine
Canada he will now have found the challenges to satisfy his career and his love of
equestrian sport,” commented Patterson.
“With Akaash’s experience, equine knowledge and personality, he will make an excellent member of the leadership team at
Equine Canada, I am looking forward to
working with him.”
In his role as CEO, Maharaj will be
responsible for all operational and administrative requirements, infrastructures and programs of the organization, with support
Equine Canada Announces Two
New Additions to its National Office
Ottawa, Ontario—Equine Canada is pleased
to introduce two new faces to the equine
community.
Danielle Boily has been hired as
Equine Canada’s Manager of Sport—
Coaching/Long-Term Athlete Development
(LTAD). With Boily’s extensive experience
working at the Federation Equestre de QueORCHA
bec, her strong skills in both official lanSponsors
guages and her passion for horses, Boily
will quickly make an impact at Equine
Werner Bohner, President, 519-467-5691
Canada.
Craig Black, Vice President, 519-874-1294
Questions regarding coaching, LTAD,
Stefan Winkelhage, Treasurer/Web, 519-743-5904
development of new coaching programs and
Or Contact us at our website: www.orcha.ca
the management of the current ones, or any
To promote the reined cow horse in Ontario through
other coaching matter can be directed to
education, participation, and mentorship
Boily at dboily@equinecanada.ca after her
starting date of June 23, 2008. Until that
Show Dates:
August 17 - Judge: Mike Tucker
time, please continue to direct all coaching
All ORCHA shows take place at the Sept. 7 - Judge: Steve Preszcator
matters to coaching@equinecanada.ca.
Walker farm in Richmond, Ontario.
AQHA Shows held at Ilderton FairWith the recent departure of Program
July 27 - Judge: Lloyd Diehl
grounds
Coordinator—Competitions, Natalia DilauToll Free: 800-663-DEAL ro, Equine Canada is pleased to announce
Dreamcatcher Quarter Horses (905) 854-5619
the hiring of Kate Evans to fill the position.
Through her previous employment at
www.hurontractor.com
Ontario Equestrian Federation and Strategic
Equine Marketing, Evans has developed
extensive knowledge of the mechanics of
www.sagebrushimages.ca
equestrian competition administration and a
www.andesign.ca
broad understanding of the scope of the
Canadian horse industry.
www.eophc.com
Starting immediately, Evans can be
Ontario Reined Cow Horse Association
Eastern Ontario Paint Horse Club
President: Elizabeth Anderson, 57 Bluebell Street, Orleans, Ont. K4A 4Z3 (613) 837-2914, eophc@live.ca
Vice President: Brian Burt
Past President: Mary Lubun, 2810 Cowell Rd, North Gower, ON K0A 2T0 (613) 489-1925, windyhillfarm2000@hotmail.com
Secretary: Michelle Wallace, 2823 Pierce Road, RR #2, North Gower, ON K0A 2T0 (613) 489-2670
Treasurer/Membership: Rosemary Burt
Fundraising & Sponsorship: Tracey Scott, 2016 Richardson Side Rd., Carp, ON K0A 1L0 (613) 836-8897
Public Relations: Tracy Pierce, 5791 Carp Road, Kinburn, Ont. K0A 2H0, (613) 832-0409
Show Person: Sheila Rondeau, paints@magma.ca
Newsletter/ Website: Elizabeth Anderson, 57 Bluebell Street, Orleans, Ont. K4A 4Z3 (613) 837-2914
Youth Rep: Taylor D. Burt
EOPHC Paint-O-Rama
Saturday July 26th, 2008 - Three Judge Show, 8:30am at
Carp Fairgrounds
Online and Paper Entry Forms available soon!
President/High Points: Theo Hunter, 10244 Clark Rd., Mountain, ON K0E 1S0, Tel: (613) 989-3096, Email:
thunter@kemptvillec.uoguelph.ca
Vice-President: Janie Greenberg, 756 Heritage Drive, RR 4, Merrickville, ON K0G 1N0
Tel: (613) 269-2627, Fax: (613) 269-2708, Email: janie@rideaufield.com
Tulip Chairperson: Deirdre Doherty, 228 Genest St., Ottawa, ON K1L 7Y3 (613) 258-6754, email:
doherty.deirdre@sympatico.ca
PO Box 277, 875 Potter Rd., Kemptville, ON K0G 1J0, Tel: (613) 258-6754, Email: sdavidson@ripnet.com
Newsletter: Tammy Hanna, email: tlharabians@rogers.com
Website: Email: webmaster@ottawavalleyaha.com
www.ottawavalleyaha.com
The Ottawa Valley Arabian Horse Association is a member of Region 18 and the
Arabian Horse Association
Upcoming Events - 2008
OVAHA/OCTRA Competitive and Mileage Trail
Ride - Oct. 4 and 5/2008 - Rideaufield Farm, Merrickville, Ontario - TBA. Janie Greenberg 613-269-2627
email: janie@rideaufield.com
Starlit Farm Show Event
Starlit All Arabian Sport Horse Show - June 15/2008.
Starlit Farm, Richmond Ont.Contact is Lisa Dumoulin,
613-249-9519 or 613-838-3036, info@starlitfarm.com
reached at kevans@equinecanada.ca.
“I am pleased to welcome Danielle
Boily and Kate Evans to the team,” noted
Equine Canada’s Director of Sport, Craig
Andreas. “With as many important initiatives in the coaching and competitions
department underway or about to begin, we
were fortunate to find two people who could
jump right in and contribute immediately.”
Please join Equine Canada in welcoming the new staff to the Equine Canada
office team. Equine Canada wishes them all
the best in each of their respective positions.
About Equine Canada
Equine Canada is a member-based
association that represents, promotes and
services Canada’s equine community and
industry. Its core areas of activity involve
sport, equine health and welfare, education
and safety, governance and marketing, representation and communication. Equine
Canada is recognized by Sport Canada,
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, the
International Equestrian Federation (FEI),
the Canadian Olympic Committee and
Canadian Coaching Association of Canada
as the national organization representing
equestrian sport and equine interests in
Canada. For more information about Equine
Canada, please visit www.equinecanada.ca.
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Visit our website for more information www.epohc.com
The Ottawa Valley Arabian Horse Association (OVAHA) 2008 Executive
from Director of Finance, Mike Arbour, and
the
Director of Sport, Craig Andreas, in addition to the qualified staff at the national
office in Ottawa.
“As someone with an abiding belief in
the nobility of public service and with a passion for equestrianism, I can not imagine a
happier vocation than serving at once the
cause of our country, our sport and our
shared ideals,” noted Maharaj. “I am
tremendously honoured to join Equine
Canada, especially as I am conscious that all
of us at EC follow in the shadow of Canada’s giants of equestrian sport and husbandry. I very much look forward to working with and for our community’s volunteers, riders, breeders and professionals, to
enhance equestrianism domestically and to
augment our standing internationally.”
Maharaj will assume the role of CEO
of Equine Canada effective June 23, 2008.
Please join Equine Canada in welcoming
Maharaj to the federation, and wishing him
much success in this important role.
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Send in All Your Fall Show Dates!
Rawhide Extreme Rodeo Tour
Comes To Caledonia!
By Kelly Bowers
The Rawhide Rodeo Company
Extreme Tour is coming to Caledonia this
summer. Organizers are proud to present
this exciting Western show for all ages featuring some of North America’s top cowboys and cowgirls competing in classic
rodeo events such as saddle bronc riding,
bareback bronc riding, barrel racing, steer
wrestling, roping events and the most exciting event of all... bull riding! Also performing will be the inspirational Canadian
Cowgirls and the hilarious Rawhide Rodeo
clown, Radical Ryan Rodriguez! Guaranteed to be great entertainment for the entire
family.
This event is held in support of the
Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special
Olympics. Since 1987 the Law Enforcement
Torch Run has generated over $14 million
for Special Olympics. Ontario Special
Olympics helps the over 14,000 participating athletes to realize their aspirations,
hopes and dreams by allowing them to compete in a variety of sports otherwise unavailable to them. Another great reason to come
see the rodeo!
• Featuring Contestants from across North
America
• Over 250 Cowboys and Cowgirls
• World Champion Bucking Bull #228
Bloody Sunday
• Award Winning Canadian Cowgirls (voted
best act at the Calgary Stampede)
• Funny Man and Clown “Radical” Ryan
Rodrigas
The Canadian Cowgirls wow the crowd with well trained horses,
talented riders and an entertaining routine.
Photos courtesy of: Shooter, and Rawhide Rodeo.
• Concessions and souvenirs available.
• Wheelchair accessible
• Pets must be on leash.
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approx.1 hour prior to
show time. The event is
being held at Caledonia
Fairgrounds, 151 Caithness Street E. just east of
Hwy #6 in Caledonia
(20 min. south of Hamilton).
Tickets are available at the gate
during the event. For advance tickets
call 1-866-51-RODEO which is (1866-517-6336) or email requests to
support@mystiquemarketing.ca. For
fund raising info about the Law
Enforcement Torch Run, visit
www.ontario.torchrun.org/ and visit
www.rawhiderodeo.com for show info.
Since it’s inception, the Rawhide
Rodeo Company has won numerous
awards in various associations for it’s
stock and it’s rodeos and is continuously growing. In 1999, Sam Swearingen
made the decision to expand the
Rawhide Rodeo Company and partnered up with BJ Prince of Wingham,
Ontario Canada, to create the Rawhide
Rodeo Company in Canada. Like Sam,
BJ has competed on the world stage of
rodeo, has attended university due in
part to rodeo scholarships, and has been
decorated with numerous awards
reflecting his successes both inside and
outside the rodeo arena. In 2005, the
Rawhide Rodeo Company also welcomed Sylvain Bourgeois of Montreal,
Quebec Canada. Together, they
uphold the values and commitments
that has made the Rawhide Rodeo
Company one of the most decorated
rodeo companies in North America.
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20/ JULY 2008 THE RIDER
Equine accidents and medical emergencies –
Equine First Aid training can make all the difference to the
well-being of your horse!
Horses and ponies are
generally so vital and
resilient, yet as hard we try
to keep them safe and
healthy, accidents and sudden illnesses do happen.
How can you best cope
with an accident involving
a horse? At what stage
does your sick horse need
veterinary attention? Is
human first aid transferable
to horses, or not? What is
the safest and most effective response in the case of
a trailer accident or barn
fire?
Knowledgeable
horsewomen and men have
learned how to recognize
and respond to equine
medical emergencies, but
what about the rest of us?
Most of us who are just
learning about horses, have
a horse-struck family member, or are involved in
events with horses, such as
parades or horse shows,
can really benefit from
some basic Equine First
Aid training. Susanne
Vogt of Happy Horse Stables in Portland has recognized this knowledge gap
and offers a series of
Equine First Aid workshops that are accessible to
people of all ages, walks of
life and levels of equestrian
experience (check out the
website at www.equinefirst-aid.ca).
The Vogt family
moved from Switzerland
four years ago. Susanne
and her husband Christian
renovated a farm on
Harlem Road and set up an
equestrian centre centered
on classical dressage and
natural horsemanship. The
idea for the Equine First
Aid workshops arose
because, over the years,
Susanne’s co-op students
keep commenting on the
depth and importance of
what she was teaching
them about horse care and
emergency first aid. For
Susanne, the Equine Emergency First Aid workshops
are the natural outgrowth
of over 30 years of equestrian and medical experience, combined with a love
of teaching. On top of her
extensive experience as a
top-level dressage competitor, horse trainer, riding
instructor and stable manager, Susanne is an active
fire fighter, and has medical, veterinarian and emergency first-aid certification
and experience.
Equine First Aid
training is presented in a
workshop format, either on
site at Happy Horse Stable
or at your stable, with
demonstrations, lectures,
hands-on practice and
question and answer periods. In Level I, the participants learn how to: recognize and respond to emergencies; monitor equine
vital signs and evaluate
whether they are normal or
not; and, in the case of an
emergency or illness,
effectively document and
provide relevant information to the attending vet.
The workshop also teaches
preventative safety measures, assembly of a comprehensive barn first aid
kit, set up of emergency
response protocols at your
barn and awareness of legal considerations. Higher level courses
review and build on Level I
Equine First Aid. Level II deals
with trailer accidents, and Level
III teaches how to provide useful
information and support to the
veterinarian and emergency
response personnel in the case of
a barn fire.
Susanne Vogt says, “People
are more effective in an emergen-
cy and can be of great help to veterinarians and/or fire fighters if
they have prepared for such a situation in advance. With appropriate background training, there’s
no reason why you can’t establish
emergency response procedures in
your barn, and put together a
comprehensive equine emergency
first-aid kit that you know how to
use. It’s just like writing a will or
practicing a fire drill in your
home, you hope you never need to
use it for real, but an ounce of
prevention is worth more than a
pound of cure, and your beloved
horses and ponies will thank you
for it.”
Susanne Vogt, 2303 Harlem
Road, Portland, ON K0G 1V0
phone: 1-613-272-2597 or
www.equine-first-aid.ca
JULY 2008 THE RIDER /21
Equine Canada Announces
2008 Horse Week Kids Contest Winners
Ottawa, Ontario - After viewing many
fantastic entries, and making some very
difficult judging decisions, Equine Canada is pleased to announce the winners of
the 2008 Horse Week Kids Contest.
Equine Canada would like to extend
a big thank you to all of the talented kids
who sent in entries and to Miss Filly,
Glover Equine Products Ltd. and Greenhawk Harness & Equestrian Supplies or
their generously donated prizes.
Congratulations to our Horse Week
2008 Kids Contest winners!
Group A (eight years of age and under)
Drawing
1st: Annie Bloomfield, NS
2nd: Kelsey Blashyn, AB
Poetry
1st: Billy Strong, ON
2nd: Micah Klein, ON
Miscellaneous
1st: Megan Quinn, ON
2nd: Andrew Grose, ON
Essay
1st: Cassandra Mellish, PE
2nd: Kim Verge, BC
Essay
1st: Kaaya Mohan, ON
2nd: Josephine Hu, ON
Group B (9 - 13 years of age)
Drawing
1st: Virginie Robert, QC
2nd: Holli-Anne Wilson, ON
Poetry
1st: Willow Brooks, NS
2nd: Jessica Jackson, ON
Miscellaneous
1st: Elyse McWilliams,
MB
2nd: Rebecca Grose, ON
Miscellaneous
1st: Vanessa Boone, AB
2nd: Kavin Mohan, ON
Essay
1st: Lexi Czar, BC
2nd: Ali Manning, BC
Group C (14 - 18 years of age)
Drawing
1st: Rebecca Grose, ON
2nd: Jessica McGill, NS
Poetry
1st: Brenna Malchow, AB
2nd: Sarah Marois, QC
A special thank you is
also extended to our generous Kids Contest Sponsors
for their generously donated prizes.
Equine Canada would
also like to thank the 2008
Horse Week Platinum
sponsors SSG Riding
Gloves, the official glove
of Equine Canada, and
Gold Sponsors Wyeth Animal Heath and Glover
Equine Products.
About Equine Canada
Equine Canada is a
member-based association
that represents, promotes
and services Canada’s
equine community and
industry. Its core areas of
activity involve sport,
equine health and welfare,
education and safety, governance and marketing,
representation and communication. Equine Canada is
recognized by Sport Canada, Agriculture and AgriFood Canada, the International Equestrian Federation (FEI), the Canadian
Olympic Committee and
Canadian Coaching Association of Canada as the
national organization representing equestrian sport
and equine interests in
Canada. For more information about Equine Canada,
please
visit
www.equinecanada.ca
About SSG Riding
Gloves
Equine Canada is
proud to announce SSG
Gloves as the official glove
of Equine Canada. With
over 50 styles to choose
from SSG Gloves can offer
a quality solution to just
about every type of equestrian need - from
hunter/jumper and dressage
to eventing and polo...
from carriage driving and
show, to racing, roping and
pleasure riding. With both
warm and cold weather
styles and sizing from
child’s to adult, it is the
most complete line on the
market today. Visit
www.ssgridinggloves.com
for more information.
About Wyeth Animal
Health
Wellness-care innovation for horses starts with
Wyeth’s industry leading
brands: West Nile Innovator®, Fluvac® Innovator,
Pinnacle® I.N. and Quest®
Plus Gel. More Canadian
horses are vaccinated and
dewormed annually with
Wyeth Animal Health
products than from any
other company (ImpactVet,
2007). When you want the
best for your horse insist
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Horse Week
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on Wyeth vaccines and
dewormers. Tel: 1-800-2761777. www.wyethah.ca .
About Glover Equine Products
Glover Equine Products is
a Canadian Manufacturer of
over 100 equine and pet products to suit all your equestrian
needs. Glover’s has become the
Awards Headquarters as all
products can be personalized
for any equestrian event. They
manufacture from Miniature to
Draft sizes of winter blankets
and sheets as well as full line of
dog blankets plus personalized
halters, tack bags and much,
much more. Established in
1982, Glover Equine has been
selling to quality tack shops
and feed stores from coast to
coast. We stand behind all our
products with a replacement
warranty. They are also the
Canadian Distributor for Sleazy
Sleepwear for Horses, AWST
International, Annie Oakley
Perfume and Premier Equine
Products.
Visit
www.gloverequine.com for product tion to collection, a stylized Miss
information.
Filly icon serves as the starting
point with every selection of new
About Miss Filly
designs. The filly is most definiSince its launch at Spruce tively feminine and celebrates the
Meadows in 2004, Miss Filly powerful bond between women and
remains loyal to its creative and horses throughout history and this
entrepreneurial spirit. The company bond is central to the foundation of
brings design, creativity and inno- the company. Visit Miss Filly at Continued from Page 10.
vation with an urban twist to the www.missfilly.com .
present with his trainer,
equestrian lifestyle. From collec-
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Callie Rankin as our
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Mark Fleet Chiropractor
also presented at lunch
time. A trade show of
12 vendors was also
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Most sportsmanlike
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Niit with Sooner
Hanover who received a
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Courtney Zieba and
Ashura was the winner
of greatest distance traveled coming all the way
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This was put
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JULY 2008 THE RIDER /23
Milton
Rodeo
June 28-29
By Ross Miller.
Ludholtz of Michigan
won the Saddlebronc and
Marc Degroot took second. Larry Smiths Bulls
remain almost unrideable
as Chris Adams took all
the money winning the
Bull Riding and taking
home over $1,000.00 in
winnings.
Team Roping was
won by Trevor Dunk and
Jeremy
McCullough
while Jason Thompson
won the Tie Down Roping. Trey Cochrane took
Steer Wrestling while
Rachael Hennings won
Break a Way. Kansas
Pickerall won Ladies Barrels while Shelby Pattison
won the Jr. Barrels.
Well it is great to be
home at a reasonable hour
after a Rodeo with Milton
being so close.
Milton’s first year
was met with weather
challenges but still had a
good crowd despite the
weather.
The Cowboys and
Cowgirls put on a great
show once again along
with the stock. We have
never had such a great pen
of Bucking horses as
Larry Smiths horse have
all fired at the first 3
Rodeos. Travis Gillman
and Josh Case of Michigan won the Bareback
with Travis Gillman taking second place. Matt Photos by Shawn Turner
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WEB SITE: www.nbhacanada.com
E-Mail Address: nbhacanada@yahoo.ca
District 2 (Central Ontario):
Eastern Canadian Regional Director:
Kim Sabila, 847 Norfolk County Rd 19 East, Wilsonville, Ont. Joanne McEachern, RR#4, GrandValley, Ont. L0N 1G0 (519-9289828)
N0E 1Z0 (519-443-6838)
Boundaries for District 2: East of Hwy 86 from Amberley to Hwy
8 at (Dundas) Hamilton and West of Gravenhurst down to Whitby
Ontario Provincial Director
along Hwy 12.
Sue Collier: 23072 Old Airport Rd., Glencoe, On., N0L1M0 519287-2486
District 3 (Northern Ontario):
Darlene Jackson, 270 Cemetery Rd., North Bay, Ont. P1B 8G4
2008 Ontario Directors:
District 1 (Western Ontario): Debby McMullen 139 Cherry St., (Home # 705-472-9596)
Boundaries for District 3: North of Gravenhurst along Hwy 169,
Ingersoll, Ont. N5C 1H8 (Home # 519-485-7577)
Boundaries for District 1: From Hwy 86 at Amberley along Hwy 11 & Hwy 60 over to Pembroke.. all North!
through to Hwy 8 to Dundas (Hamilton) & all West!
District 4 (Eastern Ontario):
Barb MacFarlane: 753 Descranto Rd. Descranto, ON K0K 1X0
(613-396-2888)
Boundaries for District 4: East of Hwy 12 from Whitby up to
Gravenhurst, East of Huntsville along Hwy 60 to Pembroke.
District 5 - Quebec
Estelle Berube, RR#1, Duplex Rd., Kapuskasing, Ont. P5N 2X7,
(705) 335-6589
Assisted by: Edesse Descoteaux, 6395182 Rte 391 Sud, Lorrainville, QC J0Z 2R0 (819) 625-3257
2008 Maritimes Director – TBA
NBHA Canada Memberships Soar Over 400 Members In Ontario and Payouts Don’t Disappoint!
Two Big Weekends In A Row Pay Out To Competitors Over $43,000!!!
It was a two long weekends
for our die hard competitors starting off with the TNT Summer
Classic held at the Gray’s family
farm in Hillsburgh, Ontario.
Tamaran Gray and her family, as
always put on a first class event.
Welcome back to our
major Sponsor:
Riders came from as far as Georgia, USA to have
a chance at the cash and outstanding awards.
Over $25,000 was paid to competitors at TNT.
What really caught participants off guard was the
generosity they showed our young riders. Scott
Gray is a softy for our pee wee riders and they
were all blown away when they each received
their first buckle and a bucket with other goodies.
What a great way to encourage our youngest of
riders to keep working and competing in barrels.
On Sunday despite the major storm that hit and
the surprise hail… the show went on. The
awards received by competitors put this weekend
event over the top! Saddle winners from the
average in the 4D were as follows: In the 1D
winning a new saddle and combined earnings of
$1615.07 was Kim Kegler aboard One Hungry
Honey. The 2D Champion and saddle winner
was Blake Vonda and Justa Down Homer with
combined earnings of $1072.17. The 3D saddle
went to Joanne Trudeau on Boys Shes All Mine
and the 4D Champion was Marg Ten Hove on
Sweet On Jazz.
The Youth Saddle winners were all smiles:
1D Champion Elaine Seibert aboard Chicklet
took home the saddle with earnings of $809.92.
2D Champion was Christine Thorne on Indian
Elegance winning a saddle and $485.95. Finally
our 3D Champion taking home her first trophy
saddle Riley Shrum & I’m A Sexi Lexi earning
$323.97.
Not only were our Pee Wee riders surprised
by a new buckle but the 1D Champion Dalton
Bekins and 2D Champion Josiah Clingen each
received a beautiful new saddle. Some tough
competition on the horizon with these up and
coming barrel racers.
Taking home the futurity saddles were 1D
Champion Jason White on Turbulent Flight and
in the 2D the TNT Show Host Tamaran Gray riding Nu Mex Dasher
Turning up the heat on Sunday in the 4D
was 1D Champion Tiany Schuster on Bahama
Bully with a great time of 16.857 and earning
$806.08. Congratulations to all winners and
many thanks to participants for your support of
this great show.
The weekend following TNT was Sabila
Barrel Blast held in Waterford, Ontario. Total
*Five mini clinics will be offered in each District from May through
September. All scholarship participants can attend any or all the clinics at no fee.
Please visit us at www.nbhacanada.com to get a list of the clinic dates and locations
or contact your Director for details.
Please send completed form and cheque for $50 payable to NBHA Canada to:
Sue Collier, 8504 Winston Churchill Blvd. Norval, ON L0P 1K0
payouts exceeded $18,000. Weather has been a
serious challenge for show hosts, luckily for competitors; Fletchers Horse World features a great
indoor as well as outdoor pen. With all the flash
storms we’ve been getting hit with the show went
indoors for the weekend. Saturday was co-sanctioned with OBRA, IBRA and ECBF and we always
appreciate their participation with NBHA. Shaking
up the 4D on Sunday was Kelly Bowser and his
great horse Snoopy running the fastest time of the
weekend with an unbelievable 14.148 and earning
$319.20. This year ECBF was back (Eastern Canadian Barrel Futurity) with $5000 in added money.
Due to unforeseen circumstances the futurity numbers were down but the competition was red hot.
See payouts for 2 go’s and average at bottom of
results. Tommy Gee on Docs Royal Kat Gal were a
force to be reckoned with in the futurity taking
home 1st in both goes and in the average earning a
whopping $1658.87. Consistency was the theme
and Amy Fotheringham and her great stallion Sharp
Dressed Okie ran 2nd both goes and in the average
earning a grand total of $1351.67.
NBHA Canada is also very proud to participate
in our first shows in Quebec. Thanks to the hard
work of Estelle Berube and Edesse Descoteaux,
merci, merci merci!!! Thank you to Rouyn Noranda in Quebec June 21st, 2008. Results will be posted shortly from this show. See District Results
under District 5 at www.nbhacanada.com.
Our 2008 Eastern Canadian Barrel Finals committee met on Friday June 27th, present was Kim
Sabila - NBHA, Carol Crane - OBRA, Carole Lampron - ECBF, Ted Wright - IBRA and Sue Collier,
Joanne McEachern and Barb MacFarlane NBHA.
October 17, 18th & 19th make sure your holidays
are booked. We are looking at approx. $26,000 in
added money with over $18,000 allocated for
awards. Estimated total payout including awards
should exceed $65,000. The event will be hosted by
NBHA Canada and sanctioned by OBRA, IBRA
and ECBF. We are currently working on finalizing
the entry form and advertisements. Several committees’ are being established to ensure a successful
event for competitors, sponsors and spectators. We
are looking for volunteers for the following committee’s: Parking, Stalls & Shavings, Staff Support,
Vendors, VIP Area, Awards, Fundraising & Set up
Crew. If you would like to participate in one of the
biggest Barrel Racing events in Eastern Canada
please e-mail us at nbhacanada@yahoo.ca and we’ll
find a position suitable for you. Our next meeting is
scheduled for August 2nd. Looking for ways to
save on your finals expenses, watch for our 2008
sponsor packages to be out shortly!!!!
Our fundraiser tickets have been sent out to all
our NBHA Canada members. Thanks everyone for
your incredible support on this project. Please submit your sold ticket stubs and money to your director so we can keep track. Need more tickets? Contact us at nbhacanada@yahoo.ca and we’ll send
them out right away. Remember draw date will be
Saturday night of our finals October 18th, 2008.
Special thanks go out to all our show hosts big
and small. We appreciate your support of barrel
racing and for sanctioning with NBHA Canada.
Barrel Racing is a small world and it’s great to bring
all levels of competitors together during the summer
months. With the pressure of fuel costs and the big
problem of getting hay off this summer having
shows close to our homes helps us to be able to
compete as we choose. Good luck at the shows to
come. Best wishes to Murray & Maxine Watson for
their efforts on the Black Gold Super Show being
held in Oil Springs, Ontario July 18 – 20. These
larger shows are a few years of planning and hard
work. We look forward to reporting back on the
results of this show.
With these recent shows being held back to
back pictures were not available for this newsletter
but keep watch for next months issue and also check
out our NBHA Canada picture gallery at
www.nbhacanada.com
Yours in Barrel Racing,
Kim Sabila
NBHA Regional Director Canada
Below is money earners only. For full show
results visit www.nbhacanada.com. From Sabila
Barrel Blast Saturday for OBRA: Sweepstakes, Limited Open and Poles results visit www.obra.ca.
If we haven’t posted your show results in the
newsletter yet please make sure you visit our website
for district results and points. www.nbhacanada.com.
NBHA 4D Jackpot in 4D Open Jackpot Friday on 05/02/08
Producer: TNT Summer Classic, TLC Quarter Horses, Hillsburgh, ON
NBHA 4D Jackpot in Friday Open 4D on 06/20/08
Race Sponsored by: Game Ready
Paying to 5 placings, Jackpot Total = $ 3429.20, Rider count = 106
1D Time = 17.812, Placings = 8, Pool = $ 1200.22
2D Time = 18.312, Placings = 13, Pool = $ 1028.76
3D Time = 18.812, Placings = 33, Pool = $ 685.84
4D Time = 19.812, Placings = 35, Pool = $ 514.38
1D Placings
1st
17.812 $360.07
Tiany Schuster on VF Down Home Coup
2nd 17.821 $300.05
Kim Kegler on One Hungry Honey
3rd
17.901 $240.04
Katlyn Prentice on Seven Days
4th
17.999 $180.03
Tiany Schuster on Bahama Bully
5th
18.167 $120.02
Kim Kegler on I’m Not Counterfeit
2D Placings
1st
18.363 $308.63
Tommy Gee on Docs Royal Kat Gal
2nd 18.380 $257.19
Nancy McCallum on Reys Jets Fire
3rd
18.428 $205.75
Caleb Clingen on Sure Dash
4th
18.535 $154.31
Lisa Gray on Frosty French Gal
5th
18.539 $102.88
John Harrison on Keep The Streak Going
3D Placings
1st
18.812 $205.75
Jessie Robson on BNE Chicaro Sis
2nd 18.819 $171.46
Josiah Clingen on Sheza Hero
3rd
18.823 $137.17
Jeani Almond on Lady
4th
18.826 $102.88
Aimee Leyzac on Ashley Poco
5th
18.834 $ 68.58
Jessy Mathieu on Sizzlin Jam
4D Placings
1st
19.819 $154.31
Kevin Sabila on Burnt Whiskey
2nd 19.834 $128.60
Sarah Gee on Red
3rd
19.862 $102.88
Michelle DeRose on The Enquestine Fox
4th
19.920 $ 77.16
Laurie Donaldson on Lexy
5th
19.943 $ 51.44
Kelly Menard on BB Berry
TNT Summer Classic - NBHA 4D Jackpot in Sat. Open 4D on 06/20/08
Paying to 5 placings, Jackpot Total = $ 7209.25, Rider count = 115
1D Time = 17.894, Placings = 5, Pool = $ 2523.24
2D Time = 18.394, Placings = 18, Pool = $ 2162.78
3D Time = 18.894, Placings = 35, Pool = $ 1441.85
4D Time = 19.894, Placings = 32, Pool = $ 1081.39
1D Placings
1st
17.894 $756.97
Kim Kegler on One Hungry Honey
2nd 18.152 $630.81
Lisa Gray on Frosty French Gal
3rd
18.173 $504.65
Laurie Fisher on Eye Bee A Nick Bar
4th
18.240 $378.49
Blake Vonda on Justa Wee Dash
5th
18.325 $126.16
Tiany Schuster on Roswell Fame
Tie
18.325 $126.16
Jayme Cook on Farrells Rose Dust
2D Placings
1st
18.404 $648.83
Jessy Mathieu on Sizzlin Jam
2nd 18.414 $540.69
Blake Vonda on Justa Down Homer
3rd
18.527 $432.56
Tommy Gee on Docs Royal Kat Gal
4th
18.561 $324.42
Leslie Richards on Zip
5th
18.705 $216.28
Kurt Kneidinger on Dash By You
3D Placings
1st
18.897 $432.56
Vanessa Riddell on Skips Bar Room Buddy
2nd 18.910 $360.46
Jason White on Turbulent Flight
3rd
18.917 $288.37
Aimee Leyzac on Ashley Poco
4th
18.978 $216.28
Sue Collier on QT Poco Vittoro
5th
18.985 $144.19
Sarah Gee on Red
4D Placings
1st
19.897 $324.42
Luc Menard on Major Simpatico
2nd 19.905 $270.35
Dean Heffernan on Fire N Win
3rd
19.921 $216.28
Melissa Koser on Fire Drifter
4th
19.960 $162.21
Laurie Donaldson on Lexy
5th
19.972 $108.14
Tiany Schuster on Nonstop Bay Boy
TNT Summer Classic - NBHA 4D Jackpot in Sun. Open 4D on 06/20/08
Paying to 5 placings, Jackpot Total = $ 7086.40, Rider count = 112
1D Time = 16.857, Placings = 4, Pool = $ 2480.24
2D Time = 17.357, Placings = 14, Pool = $ 2125.92
3D Time = 17.857, Placings = 40, Pool = $ 1417.28
4D Time = 18.857, Placings = 35, Pool = $ 1062.96
1D Placings
1st
16.857 $806.08
Tiany Schuster on Bahama Bully
2nd 16.925 $682.07
Laurie Fisher on Eye Bee A Nick Bar
3rd
16.985 $558.05
Kim Kegler on One Hungry Honey
4th
17.267 $434.04
Lisa Gray on Frosty French Gal
2D Placings
1st
17.408 $637.78
Blake Vonda on Justa Wee Dash
2nd 17.431 $531.48
Blake Vonda on Justa Down Homer
3rd
17.473 $425.18
Katlyn Prentice on Seven Days
4th
17.487 $318.89
Jason White on Turbulent Flight
5th
17.502 $212.59
Tommy Gee on Docs Royal Kat Gal
3D Placings
1st
18.039 $425.18
Tiany Schuster on Nonstop Bay Boy
2nd 18.063 $354.32
Shelby Kingston on Champagne Twister
3rd
18.091 $283.46
Sarah Gee on Red
4th
18.101 $212.59
Joanne Trudeau on Boys Shes All Mine
5th
18.102 $141.73
Laurie Fisher on Balieys Native Dash
4D Placings
1st
18.946 $318.89
Heather Ballantyne on Scooter
2nd 18.952 $265.74
Liz Heffernan on Fire N Flight
3rd
19.062 $212.59
Karyn Foster on Sign Of The Jet
4th
19.092 $159.44
Trisha Herriman on Caraways Native Twist
5th
19.104 $106.30
Gerard Bernauer on Wranglers Fiesta
TNT Summer Classic - NBHA 3D Jackpot in Sat. Youth 3D on 06/20/08
Paying to 4 placings, Jackpot Total = $ 4049.60, Rider count = 48
1D Time = 18.506, Placings = 16, Pool = $ 2024.80
2D Time = 19.506, Placings = 10, Pool = $ 1214.88
3D Time = 20.506, Placings = 14, Pool = $ 809.92
1D Placings
1st
18.506 $809.92
Elaine Seibert on Chicklet
2nd 18.562 $607.44
Leslie Richards on Zip
3rd
18.621 $404.96
Jessy Mathieu on Sizzlin Jam
4th
18.643 $202.48
Callie Gray on Toasted Eyes
2D Placings
1st
19.582 $485.95
Christine Thorne on Indian Elegance
2nd 19.696 $364.46
Felicity Daigrepont on My Hearts Ablaze
3rd
19.713 $242.98
Callie Gray on Justa Flipofa Coin
4th
19.851 $121.49
Paige Vanwestrop on Rare Silks
3D Placings
1st
20.577 $323.97
Riley Shrum on I’m A Sexi Lexi
2nd 20.647 $242.98
Brittany Murphy on Fire Drifter
3rd
20.981 $161.98
Chelsie Fotheringham on Lucks Foxy Finale
4th
21.007 $ 80.99
Jessie Robson on Mr. Misunderstood
TNT Summer Classic - NBHA 3D Jackpot in Senior 2D on 06/20/08
Paying to 2 placings, Jackpot Total = $ 405.80, Rider count = 14
1D Time = 17.993, Placings = 9, Pool = $ 243.48
2D Time = 18.993, Placings = 2, Pool = $ 162.32
1D Placings
1st
17.993 $146.09
Arsene Tanguy on Arbons Frenchman
2nd 18.073 $ 97.39
Doug McCallum on Jetson
Continued on Page 27
JULY 2008 THE RIDER /25
Kawartha Trans Canada Trail Sod Turning
1
2
3
4
5
6
1/ Apres ride coctails at the LaFarge gravel pit
ride where we enjoy their beautiful facilities.
2/ There is more than one way to have a campfire.
3/ Had to party in Marvin's trailer as it was
freezing as usual at Sheila and Tug's ride which
is now called the Four Season Ride.
4/ Lunchtime in the Ganaraska Forest on Sheila
7
The Kawartha Trans Canada Trail forms a 44
km portion of our 21,000 km national trail system
that will traverse Canada coast to coast. This section will run east-west from Peterborough County
to the region of Durham. This will provide trail
opportunities for hiking, walking, cycling, snowmobiling and horseback riding. This has been a
long time coming but well worth the wait. I would
like to congratulate all those that contributed to
this great event and thank them for all their hard
work. Again this is a good example of what dedicated volunteers can do. Without volunteers a lot
of our trails and organizations would not progress
with such success.
There is a lot of work yet to be done but the
end result will provide a link to other areas for us
all to enjoy.
Remember to be a good trail user with communication, common sense and courtesy. This
section of trail will be busy with other users so
walk at all times and keep to the right. Remember
to give clear verbal communications to others on
the trail if you encounter a problem. Keep control
of your horse, smile and be friendly and it will
pay off.
Ride Smart!! Ride Safe!!
Bonnie Simpson
and Tug's ride.
5/ On the way back to camp after a long ride in
the Ganaraska.
6/ Ready to hit the trail.
7/ Beautiful views of the skyline from the
Durham Forest - at one point we were able to
see the Toronto Skyline.
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26/ JULY 2008 THE RIDER
ORHA SIRED
STAKES
FUTURITY
& DERBY 2008
OEF Proud to Introduce
Helmet Safety Role Models
Although the stereotype
has begun to fade, the equestrian world is still steeped in years
of tradition against wearing helmets in some disciplines. The
Ontario Equestrian Federation,
Intercity Insurance Services,
and Greenhawk Harness &
Friedman and the Rockwood
Youth Trail Riders Team.
The winning adult role
model is Andrea Friedman.
Andrea is an EC certified
English instructor and an avid
driving competitor. Alexis
Clark, 11 years- old, nominated
4, 5 & 6 Year Old Derby
August 4th, 2008 at Fletcher's Horseworld
2 & 3 Year Old Futurity
October 25th, 2008
at Royal Canadian Riding Centre, Newmarket
Established in 1999 to promote the Sport of Reining in Ontario, this
Futurity has grown to include 5 Years of Eligibility for
Foals of the Nominated Stallions
2 Year Old PLEASURE: 2008 will have two classes for this event - Open and Non Pro
3 Year Old Reining FUTURITY: Classes for Everyone - Open, Limited Open, Non Pro,
Limited Non Pro and also a non NRHA Limited Non Pro
4, 5, 6 Year Old Reining DERBY: Classes include - Open, Non Pro and non NRHA
Limited Non Pro
For further information on the ORHA Sired Stakes Futurity
visit www.orha.on.ca or contact
John Fletcher
519-443-7333
www.fletchershorseworldos.com
Lynne McDougall 905-349-2185
llmcd@eagle.ca
Pam Grant
519-289-0505
pam.grant@sympatico.ca
Andrea Friedman
Equestrian Supplies would like
to thank everyone who participated in the “Who Is Your Role
Model?” helmet safety contest.
It was fantastic to hear everyone’s story and to learn about so
many inspiring people! We
would like to congratulate our
winning role models – Andrea
Andrea as her role model:
“Andrea competes in big
driving competitions and she
also rides. Driving or riding,
she always wears her helmet
and makes sure everyone else
has one too. Everyone she
teaches must wear a helmet. A
few years ago, I fell off my
horse and cracked my helmet. I
was okay because I had a helmet on. If I didn’t, that would
have been my head! Thank
goodness Andrea has taught me
about safety!”
The winning junior role
model(s) is the Rockwood
Youth Trail Riders Team
(Kaleena Smith, Dusty DiPalolLennon, Ashlee Swackhamer,
Katelyn Atkinson, Christine
Thorne). The Rockwood Youth
Trail Riders Team is a group of
western riders who set an
important example for others by
wearing helmets while competing, as well as for everyday riding. Lynda Smith nominated the
team:
“Members of the Rockwood Trail Riders Team have
shown in the western performance classes at the Ontario
Saddle Club Youth Team Tournament wearing their helmets
for the last three years, often
amidst controversy. They set an
example for others by demonstrating that western riders
wearing helmets can place in
higher level competitions.”
The OEF Role Models
will receive a free helmet from
Greenhawk Harness & Equestrian Supplies and will be featured in future ads as part of the
“Ride Smart – Ride Safe” campaign.
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JULY 2008 THE RIDER /27
NBHA Canada
1st
2nd
16.599
16.828
$ 88.20
$ 58.80
Lexi Pendry on Angel
Riley Shrum on Ima Sexy Lexie
2nd 21.312 $102.30
Caitlin Johnston on Schools Dun
3rd
22.126 $ 68.81
Bonitia Longfield on Bet On The Bug
2D
Placings
Continued From Page 24.
Sabila Barrel Blast - NBHA 3D Jackpot in Sunday 3D Jackpot on 1st
22.322 $ 81.92
Marq TenHove on Sweet on Jazz
06/27/08
2nd 22.553 $ 61.44
Sue Collier on QT Poco Vittoro
2D Placings
Paying to 4 placings, Jackpot Total = $ 518.40, Rider count = 36
3rd
22.561 $ 40.96
Suzy Walter on Jet Smooth Dasher
1st
19.279 $ 97.39
Rebecca McWhirter on Golddun Becky
1D Time = 14.674, Placings = 16, Pool = $ 259.20
4th
22.928 $ 20.48
Felicity Daigrepont on My Hearts A Blaze
2nd 20.611 $ 64.93
David Hayes on Dudes Tardy Conclusion
2D Time = 15.674, Placings = 9, Pool = $ 155.52
3D
Time
=
16.674,
Placings
=
2,
Pool
=
$
103.68
Sabila
Barrel
Blast
–
ECBF:
Sat Futurity on 06/27/08
TNT Summer Classic - Jackpot in Futurity 2D 1st GO on 06/20/08
1D Placings
Paying to 8 placings, Jackpot Total = $ 1843.20, Rider count = 13
Paying to 3 placings, Jackpot Total = $ 1319.00, Rider count = 18
1st
14.674
$103.68
Jodi
Pendry
on
Flame
to
Fame
1D
Time
=
14.649,
Placings
= 10, Pool = $ 1843.20
1D Time = 18.315, Placings = 5, Pool = $ 791.40
2nd 14.702 $ 77.76
Casey Baldovin on Catachat Cash
1D Placings
2D Time = 19.315, Placings = 10, Pool = $ 527.60
3rd
14.707
$
51.84
Missy
Wilson
on
Super
Power
Jac
1st
14.649
$497.66
Tommy
Gee on Docs Royal Kat Gal
1D Placings
4th
14.776 $ 25.92
Lisa May on Dash By You
2nd 14.665 $405.50
Amy Fotheringham on Sharp Dressed
1st
18.315 $340.30
Tiany Schuster on Roswell Fame
2D
Placings
Okie
2nd 18.547 $261.16
Jason White on Turbulent Flight
1st
15.767 $ 62.21
Trudi Rhynold on Sweet
3rd
15.028 $331.78
Gerard Bernauer on Miss Cobi Jo
3rd
18.569 $189.94
Tommy Gee on Docs Royal Kat Gal
2nd 15.778 $ 46.66
Stephanie Boland on Delta Robin Angelo
4th
15.046 $239.62
Carole Lampron on Imprettyn Famous
2D Placings
3rd
15.833 $ 31.10
Vicki Brackett on Jetta
5th
15.424 $165.89
Liz Heffernan on Fire N Flight
1st
19.359 $226.87
Angela Clark on First To Smash
4th
15.840
$
15.55
Trisha
Howden
on
Foxys
Bid
6th
15.536
$110.59
Doug McCallum on Bully Smokin Chick
2nd 19.399 $174.11
Tiany Schuster on Combat Crest
3D Placings
7th
15.679 $ 55.30
Matthew Dygos on Dashin Flicka
3rd
19.694 $126.62
Kevin Sabila on Burnt Whiskey
1st
18.359 $ 57.02
Vivian Gilroy on Tass Moon Jet
8th
15.829 $ 36.86
Angela Clark on First to Smash
Justine Vyse on I’M Dodging The Bues
TNT Summer Classic - Jackpot in Futurity 2D 2nd GO on 06/20/08 2nd 20.748 $ 46.66
Sabila Barrel Blast – ECBF: Sun Futurity on 06/27/08
Paying to 3 placings, Jackpot Total = $ 1228.00, Rider count = 16
Sabila Barrel Blast - NBHA 4D Jackpot in Sun Open 4D on Paying to 15 placings, Jackpot Total = $ 1843.20, Rider count = 13
1D Time = 17.551, Placings = 8, Pool = $ 736.80
06/27/08
1D Time = 14.220, Placings = 8,
Pool = $ 1843.20
2D Time = 18.551, Placings = 7, Pool = $ 491.20
Paying to 5 placings, Jackpot Total = $ 3040.00, Rider count = 102
1D Placings
1D
Time
=
14.148,
Placings
=
10,
Pool
=
$
1064.00
1st
17.551 $316.82
Jason White on Turbulent Flight
2D Time = 14.648, Placings = 20, Pool = $ 912.00
2nd 17.554 $243.14
Tommy Gee on Docs Royal Kat Gal
3D Time = 15.148, Placings = 38, Pool = $ 608.00
3rd
17.853 $176.83
Chris Blane on Sharp Dressed Okie
4D Time = 16.148, Placings = 8, Pool = $ 456.00
2D Placings
1D
Placings
1st
18.757 $211.22
Gerard Bernauer on Wranglers Fiesta
1st
14.148 $319.20
Kelly Bowser on Snoopy
2nd 18.831 $162.10
Kevin Sabila on Burnt Whiskey
2nd 14.254 $266.00
Danielle Harrop on Dolly
3rd
19.290 $117.89
Matt Wood on Blow Me Down
3rd
14.429 $212.80
Laurie Fisher on Eye Bee A Nick Bar
14.458 $159.60
Missy Wilson on Super Power Jac
Sabila Barrel Blast - NBHA 4D Jackpot in Sat Open 4D on 06/27/08 4th
5th
14.496 $106.40
Carole Lampron on Hez On the Money
Paying to 5 placings, Jackpot Total = $ 3140.00, Rider count = 107
2D Placings
1D Time = 14.466, Placings = 11, Pool = $ 1099.00
1st
14.683 $273.60
Sarah Gee on Red
2D Time = 14.966, Placings = 22, Pool = $ 942.00
2nd 14.759 $228.00
Jayme Cook on Farrels Rose Dust
3D Time = 15.466, Placings = 36, Pool = $ 628.00
3rd
14.762 $182.40
Kelly Kersey on Breanna’s Wish
4D Time = 16.466, Placings = 14, Pool = $ 471.00
4th
14.797
$136.80
Jodi Pendry on Flame to Fame
1D Placings
5th
14.812 $ 91.20
Laurie Fisher on Bailey’s Native Dash
1st
14.466 $329.70
Laurie Fisher on Eye Bee A Nick Bar
3D
Placings
2nd 14.499 $274.75
Carole Lampron on Hez On the Money
1st
15.154 $182.40
Danielle Harrop on Maggie
3rd
14.542 $219.80
Missy Wilson on Super Power Jac
2nd 15.192 $152.00
Joe Brick on Jaws
4th
14.568 $164.85
Jessy Mathieu on Sizzlin Jam
3rd
15.199 $121.60
Christine Thorne on Indian Elegance
5th
14.676 $109.90
Tommy Gee on Docs Royal Kat Gal
4th
15.209
$
91.20
Marq TenHove on Sweet on Jazz
2D Placings
5th
15.214 $ 60.80
Ashley Taylor on Takin On Debt
1st
14.988 $282.60
Gerard Bernauer on Eyes Pretty Cute
4D
Placings
2nd 14.992 $211.95
Dwayne Crane on Miss Nancy Star
1st
16.292 $136.80
Victoria Rheaume on Miss Magic Beauty
Tie
14.992 $211.95
Sarah Gee on Red
2nd 16.336 $114.00
Jean Luc Ducharme on Hulk
4th
15.015 $141.30
Kaylin Baldovin on Brandy Bell Plus
3rd
16.375 $ 91.20
Rebecca Prior on Tasmanian Fox
5th
15.042 $ 94.20
Marq TenHove on Sweet on Jazz
4th
16.517 $ 68.40
Sarah MacFarlane on Wish I’d Get Lucky
3D Placings
5th
16.624 $ 45.60
Kaitlyn McDougall on Rebel
1st
15.467 $188.40
Bob Folkard on Mark
2nd 15.486 $157.00
Doug McCallum on Rey of Luck
Sabila Barrel Blast - NBHA 3D Jackpot in Sun Senior on 06/27/08
3rd
15.500 $125.60
Stephanie Robson on Bill
Paying to 3 placings, Jackpot Total = $ 186.00, Rider count = 17
4th
15.519 $ 94.20
Jessica Carroll on Playboy
1D Time = 14.577, Placings = 8, Pool = $ 93.00
5th
15.520 $ 62.80
Louise Annett on Horse
2D Time = 15.577, Placings = 2, Pool = $ 55.80
4D Placings
3D Time = 16.577, Placings = 2,
Pool = $ 37.20
1st
16.580 $141.30
Sharon Pridham on Makin Some Coin
1D
Placings
2nd 16.637 $117.75
Hillary Beuermann on Skip Anita Bar
1st
14.577 $ 46.50
Darlene Jackson on Jodi
3rd
16.687 $ 94.20
Jean Luc Ducharme on Hulk
2nd 14.834 $ 27.90
Bob Folkard on Mark
4th
16.873 $ 70.65
Trisha Howden on Foxys Bid
3rd
14.945 $ 18.60
Sue Collier on QT Poco Vittoro
5th
17.072 $ 47.10
Troy Dygos on McTuff Mama
2D Placings
1st
15.580 $ 33.48
Doug McCallum on Rey of Luck
Sabila Barrel Blast - NBHA 3D Jackpot in Sat Senior on 06/27/08
2nd 16.147 $ 22.32
Sharon Pridham on Makin Some Coin
Paying to 2 placings, Jackpot Total = $ 146.00, Rider count = 12
3D Placings
1D Time = 15.149, Placings = 6, Pool = $ 87.60
1st
16.654
$
22.32
Jean
Luc Ducharme on Hulk
2D Time = 16.149, Placings = 2, Pool = $ 58.40
2nd 16.830 $ 14.88
David Williamson on Dash Del Grande
3D Time = 17.149, Placings = 0, Pool = $ 0.00
1D Placings
Sabila Barrel Blast - NBHA 4D Jackpot in Sun Youth 4D on
1st
15.149 $ 52.56
Arsene Tanguy on Arbons Frenchman
06/27/08
2nd 15.272 $ 35.04
Evan Merritt on Golding Viking Kitty
Paying to 3 placings, Jackpot Total = $ 440.00, Rider count = 30
2D Placings
1D Time = 14.642, Placings = 7, Pool = $ 154.00
1st
16.266 $ 35.04
Sharon Pridham on Makin Some Coin
2D Time = 15.142, Placings = 3, Pool = $ 132.00
2nd 16.349 $ 23.36
Jean Luc Ducharme on Hulk
3D Time = 15.642, Placings = 7, Pool = $ 88.00
4D Time = 16.642, Placings = 1, Pool = $ 66.00
Sabila Barrel Blast - NBHA 4D Jackpot in Sat Youth 4D on
1D
Placings
06/27/08
1st
14.642 $ 77.00
Elaine Seibert on Chicklet
Paying to 3 placings, Jackpot Total = $ 980.00, Rider count = 30
2nd 14.698 $ 46.20
Betsy MacFarlane on Cody’s Curiosity
1D Time = 14.423, Placings = 4, Pool = $ 343.00
3rd
14.761 $ 30.80
Sarah Maltby on Bonky
2D Time = 14.923, Placings = 11, Pool = $ 294.00
2D
Placings
3D Time = 15.423, Placings = 6, Pool = $ 196.00
1st
15.381 $ 66.00
Brody Johnston on Shes Melissas Girl
4D Time = 16.423, Placings = 2, Pool = $ 147.00
2nd 15.416 $ 39.60
Jessica Carroll on Playboy
1D Placings
3rd
15.561 $ 26.40
Jessica Pridham on LL BlueBoy Badger
1st
14.423 $171.50
Jessy Mathieu on Sizzlin Jam
3D
Placings
2nd 14.703 $102.90
Jessie Robson on Roll Out The Money
15.676 $ 44.00
Breanne Anderson on Ardie
3rd
14.771 $ 68.60
Vanessa Riddell on Skips Bar Room 1st
2nd 15.831 $ 26.40
Victoria Rheaume on Miss Magic Beauty
Buddy
3rd
15.960 $ 17.60
Riley Shrum on Ima Sexy Lexie
2D Placings
4D
Placings
1st
14.945 $147.00
James Wilson on Positive Effort
1st
17.844 $ 66.00
Kaitlyn McDougall on Majic
2nd 15.111 $ 88.20
Sarah Maltby on Bonky
3rd
15.117 $ 58.80
Jessie Robson on Bne Chicaro Sis
Sabila Barrel Blast - Sun 2D Poles on 06/27/08
3D Placings
1st
15.894 $ 98.00
Wynter Fotheringham on Whata Smokin Paying to 4 placings, Jackpot Total = $ 512.00, Rider count = 26
1D Time = 20.264, Placings = 3, Pool = $ 307.20
Beduino
2D Time = 22.264, Placings = 15, Pool = $ 204.80
2nd 15.990 $ 58.80
Heather Daigrepont on Blazing Rebel
1D Placings
3rd
16.044 $ 39.20
Victoria Rheaume on Miss Magic Beauty
1st
20.264
$136.09
Betsy MacFarlane on Cody’s Curiosity
4D Placings
1D Placings
1st
14.220
2nd 14.626
Okie
3rd
14.741
4th
14.788
5th
14.999
6th
15.244
7th
15.265
8th
15.426
$497.66
$405.50
Tommy Gee on Docs Royal Kat Gal
Amy Fotheringham on Sharp Dressed
$331.78
$239.62
$165.89
$110.59
$ 55.30
$ 36.86
Kelly Bowser on HT Hummer
Jason White on Turbulent Flight
Carole Lampron on Imprettyn Famous
Gerard Bernauer on Wranglers Fiesta
Gerard Bernauer on Miss Cobi Jo
Liz Heffernan on Fire N Flight
Paying to 8 placings, Average Jackpot Total = $2457.60, Riders =
13
1D Time = 28.869, Placings = 8,
Payouts = $2457.60
1D Placings
Time Payout
1 Tommy Gee/Docs Royal Kat Gal
28.869 $663.55
2 Amy Fotheringham/Sharp Dressed Okie 29.291 $540.67
3 Carole Lampron/Imprettyn Famous
30.045 $442.37
4 Gerard Bernauer/Miss Cobi Jo
30.293 $319.49
5 Liz Heffernan/Fire N Flight
30.850 $221.18
6 Doug McCallum/Bully Smokin Chick 31.113 $147.46
7 Kelly Bowser/HT Hummer
31.496 $ 73.73
8 Sarah MacFarlane/Wish I’d Get Lucky 32.351 $ 49.15
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28/ JULY 2008 THE RIDER
2008 Ontario Trail Riders Association Board of Directors
President, Newsletter
Janice Clegg
Everett, ON L0M 1J0
Home: 705-434-0816
Cell: 519-940-1445,
Work: 800-360-5821,
Email: jlclegg@sympatico.ca
www.otra.ca
Friends of Ont. Recreational
Trails & Partners
Gayda Errett
Playfairville On K0G 1A0
Phone: 613-267-1099
Email: gerrett@rstorm.ca
1st Vice President / Booth/
Trail Rides/ Education
Marvin Halladay
Orton, ON L0N 1N0
Home: 519-787-2307
Cell:519-938-0695
Email: marguerita_halladay@hotmail.com
Web Site/ Membership
Wendy Downer
Elmvale, ON L0L 1P0
Home: 705-322-0287
Email: wnewdawn@xplornet.com
Secretary/ Membership
Kari Kelly
Elmvale, ON L0L 1P0
(705) 322-6338, kkrkelly@xplorenet.com
The Store/Public Relations/
Promotions
Sue Hagerman
Campbellford, ON K0L 1N0
Home: 705-653-2666
Email: sue-n-rich@sympatico.ca
Newsletter
Karin Zawadowsky
Toronto, ON M9B 2Y6
(416) 239-6509
Email: kzawadowsky0228@rogers.com
Jodie Martin
Barrie, ON L4N 0W6
Email: jodi_martin83@hotmail.com
2nd Vice / Admin
Marjory Morden
Mansfield, ON L0N 1M0
(705) 434-0698
email: marsaga@sympatico.ca
Amanda Weinhold
Mansfield
705-434-2357
Treasurer /Regional Representatives/
Trail Book
Marion Shannon
Priceville, ON N0C 1K0
Home: 519-924-1478
Email: whinny@whinnyacres.com
Membership
Jennifer Iliffe
Markham, ON L3P 3M7
Home: 905-294-6021, Cell: 647-888-3364
Email: jennifer.iliffe@sympatico.ca
OTRA
Box 3038
Elmvale, ON L0L 1P0
The Ontario Trail Riders Association Inc, established
in 1970, is an equestrian organization which promotes
recreational trail riding and the creation, development,
preservation and safe use of trails.
President’s Message
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
I hope everyone is finding time to enjoy the warmer weather and the bugs
haven’t carried you away. We were invited by the Paso Fino Club to put on a picketing demonstration the beginning of June at the Mansfield Outdoor Centre and as soon
as the sun started to set the bug spray had to come out.
We were happy to help this club, as they were finding it difficult to find enough
electric corrals and the space for their corrals at their rides. If you are new to trail riding I do encourage you to come out to our educational weekends. We try to hold one
at the beginning of each year. We host a number of informative clinics, as you will
see by the write up below, to help get you started or just as a refresher.
Please remember the Fun-D Ride on the August long weekend. This is the only
ride to raise money to support trail development throughout Ontario. Trail development could include such things as building a parking lot for horse trailers, putting in
bridges or railings on current bridges or clearing trails, just to name a few things. We
do have a grant application that can be emailed to you, should you have some concerns in your area.
Check out the Otra web site www.otra.ca
CYA
Janice Clegg
Challenges and Solutions to
establishing the Big Ben
Memorial Trail in Lanark
County: A Progress Report
Who would have thought that by
seeking a location for the Big Ben Memorial Trail in Lanark County [Big Ben’s
home and resting place] it would meet
with opposition from the ATV users?
Especially when the ATV users in
Eastern Ontario have thousands of kilometers of trails easily accessible and
noted on maps. To think we were only
seeking a 15-25 kilometer looped trail in
one of the community forests or on
Crown Lands that would specifically not
interfere with existing users or activities
including hunting and fishing.
There are no formal trails in Lanark
County for horseback riding. Our local
club uses public unmaintained road
allowances, abandoned logging roads and
rail beds as well as utility corridors. Other
outings will be on private property. We
use the same trails year-after-year. It
would be nice to add another location
especially one named after our ‘local
hero’.
When a press release announced a
potential area to locate the Big Ben
Memorial Trail, the ATV users were
incensed to think it would impede upon
their ‘territory’ they have been using for
generations to hunt, fish and ride about as
they please [in some areas they have
destroyed some of the trails]. Worse still,
the Big Ben Memorial Trail is to be a
multi-use non-motorized one. [We have
since dropped the phrase ‘non-motorized’
in our presentations because it raised
nothing but red flags in our County.]
Not to be deterred by the negative
response including a threat that for ‘every
supporter of the Big Ben Memorial Trail,
they would counter with non-supporters’,
I contacted the person who raised the
most concern. I presented the Initiative [a
PowerPoint Presentation] that included
the parameters of the project including
that it had the full ‘moral support ‘ of the
Millar Family, Spruce Meadows, RCMP
Musical Ride, Equine Canada, OTRA,
OCTRA and several local businesses
including Canadian Tire and Lanark
County.
Follow-up networking was needed
including an invitation to provide the person’s valuable input on access and location based on his vast experience and
knowledge of wilderness trails on public
lands. The person accepted our invitation
gladly and responded that he now believes
the Initiative is a ‘great idea’.
Come September, a scouting walking-tour is being made at one of the
Crown Lands in Lanark County for its
potential location. The person is invited to
join the tour. A follow-up meeting with
other motorized users is scheduled to network and liaison with them about forested
areas that will be appropriate for horses,
mountain bikers, X-Country skiers, walkers/hikers/birders.
Discussion will be introduced as to
the rationale behind the Big Ben Memorial Trail being categorized as ‘non-motorized’ in order to allay the motorized
users’ concerns. To explain that the
wilderness trail will be in a forest and will
not be cut wide enough to accommodate
machines.
We will be making it clear that it’s
not a matter of opposing their activity as
we successfully share without any problems or conflicts the utility corridors and
old logging roads with ATV users, trail
bikers and snowmobilers. However, when
it comes to narrow trails in wooded
forests without large enough space to
move aside for a machine, being on the
safe side, thought it best to think in these
terms. And, to communicate that we are
not taking up the whole forest for the Big
Ben Memorial Trail. There remain hundreds of hectares available for their activity without their worrying if horses will be
in their way.
Including the ATV users in our decision-making plans for a location will
hopefully alleviate the controversy and
fear that they will not have enough trails
to enjoy. [As previously noted, they do,
but for some reasons do not think they
Continued on Page 30.
Treasurer
Jan Belanger
Elmvale, ON L0L 1P0
Home: 705-322-2027
Email: janbel@csolve.net
Public Relations/Promotions
Williamson, Amanda
Equine Canada
Rosemont, ON L0N 1R0
Education/ Fundraising/Booth
Scott, Tania
Barrie, ON L4N 0A1
Email:
wouldberiding@yahoo.com
Ontario Trails Council / Ontario Equestrian Federation
Bonnie Simpson
Kirkfield ON K0M 2B0 Home: 705-438-5752
Email: equestriantrails@hotmail.com
Bylaw Revisions
Wendy Berry
Brantford, ON N3T 5L7
Home: 519-449-5520, Cell: 519-717-7890
Work: 905-517-1040
Email: wendy.wells@sympatico.ca
Horses in the Park
Diane Van Keulen
Beaverton, ON L0K 1A0
Email: dianevk@distributel.net
OTRA and its members represent the equestrian trail user
with the Ontario Trails Council, Ontario Equestrian Federation
and Equine Canada. We welcome your membership to help support the voice of OTRA on your behalf. For more information
please visit our website at www.otra.ca
OTRA Trail Riding Clinic
Ontario Trail Riders Association held a trail riding
clinic on June 7 and 8, 2008 at Helmut Hitscherich’s
farm east of Newmarket in the York Regional Forest.
The event was well attended with 21 participants over
the two days. Some participants came with their horses
and some came solo. Topics covered at the clinic included: trail safety, camping with your horse, picket lines,
portable corrals, trail etiquette, first aid, safe trailering,
saddle fitting and a presentation by an equine chiropractor. Presentations were made by a number of more experienced, knowledgeable OTRA members with special
skills or learning to share with the novice trail rider
group. At the end of each day’s educational workshops,
participants and their horses went on a short trail ride
into the York Regional Forest.
The writer attended day one of the clinic and will
provide a summary of key lessons learned and suggestions from the trail riding workshop leaders. Ron Keeler
provided some suggestions on trail riding safety including keeping at least one horse length back from the rider
in front of you and riding in single file if on a group trail
ride. Tie a red ribbon to your horse’s tail if he/she is
known to be cranky or kick. If you do plan to pass, let
other riders know of your intention and pass only at a
walk and on the left.
Condition your horse for trail riding with regular
riding throughout the year which includes walking up
and down hills. A fit horse should be able to walk up
and down hills without lunging or cantering. If you find
that you or your horse is tiring, do not feel badly about
saying you need to rest or if necessary to cut the ride
short and return to camp. On OTRA sponsored rides,
there are always enough experienced riders available to
guide a tired horse or rider back to camp.
Make sure that your horse is well hydrated prior to
the ride and encourage him/her to drink when a stream
or pond is available on the trail. If water is not going to
be available it is a good idea to bring some along if you
are riding for more than a couple of hours, particularly
on a hot day. Some horses can learn to drink from a
water bottle or bring a collapsible pail similar to those
used for dogs.
Bring a cell phone, portable compass or GPS unit
in case of emergency and to keep you on track. If you do
get lost on the trail, give the horse their head and they
will use their homing instinct to bring you back to where
you started. Ron suggested bringing with you on the trail
some bug spray or wipes for the horse, a piece of leather
for emergency tack repairs, a hoof pick, a small sharp
knife with a 4 inch blade, wire cutters and a basic first
aid kit. It is also highly recommended to take a first aid
course.
Therese Puglisevich shared some suggestions on
campsite etiquette when attending OTRA rides and
camping with your horse. Notify the ride host that you
will be attending the ride to ensure that they provide sufficient facilities and campsites. Be self-sufficient and
bring all your own and your horse’s needs including
water, if requested. Keep the campsite clean and follow
the host’s instructions regarding manure disposal. Take
all garbage home with you. Be in control of your dog
and respect the host’s wishes on whether dogs need to
be leashed in the campsite. Dogs are not permitted on
OTRA rides so must be equipped to stay at the campsite
unsupervised for the duration of the ride. Therese
reviewed the six trail ride rules which must be followed
by all members and guests on OTRA trail rides. These
are:
1. No alcohol on the trail.
2. No dogs on the trail.
3. No smoking on the trail except where designated by
the trail boss.
4. OTRA rides as a group unless otherwise stated in
the ride schedule.
5. The trail boss has the authority to enforce all rules.
6. Riders ride at their own risk.
Dolly and Jessica Puccia made a very informative
presentation on equine first aid and emergency care.
Whether at grass, in the stable or being ridden, horses
seem prone to inadvertent injury. Despite the safest of
environments, even the most careful owner can end up
having to attend to an equine emergency or administer
basic first aid. Everyday cuts and grazes need proper
treatment as soon as possible to prevent them getting
worse, so the horse keeper must be well prepared. All
horses should be checked thoroughly for signs of injury
as part of the daily care routine, to ensure injuries are
identified and professional veterinary care is received.
The Puccia’s recommended bringing a basic first
aid kit on a trail ride which includes: electrolytes,
syringe, water bottle, wire cutters, knife, rubber tubing
for a tourniquet, emergency wound care such as bandage, wrap, maxi pad, string/rope and a cell phone to
call for emergency veterinary advice/care. The symptoms, emergency treatment and prevention of some
common horse ailments that might occur on a long trail
ride were covered. Such topics as dehydration, heat
exhaustion, tying up and colic were reviewed. In all
cases, seeking veterinary advice as soon as possible is
recommended.
Ron Keeler and Marvin Halladay led a hands-on
workshop showing how to picket a horse. This is recommended as the safest method to confine a horse when
camping overnight. The horse can eat, move around and
even lay down while attached to the picket line. Participants got to practice tying quick release knots and picket
loops which are used to secure the horse to the picket
line. A cotton lead line is best with a bull snap to prevent rope burns and also to prevent the horse being able
release the snap. Manila or hemp ropes are better and
safer than nylon to tie between two trees. Participants
were reassured that there is lots of help available to
assist with setting up a picket line from more experienced OTRA members.
The event was well received and appreciated by all
participants. Special thanks to Helmut for allowing us to
camp at his farm and use all the facilities. Kudos to all
the workshop leaders-Ron Keeler, Therese Puglisevich,
Dolly and Jessica Puccia, Henny Jansen, Dr. Ruth Pugh
and Ian Luckett from the Split Rail Tack Shop in Hillsburgh- for the hard work in preparing your presentaOTRA RIDE SCHEDULE
tions, handouts and in sharing your expertise with the
participants. A big thank you to Judy and Len Jones for
JULY/AUGUST 2008
supplying the delicious lunches, Sue Hagerman for operDate/ Location/ Host (s)/ Contact Number
ating the OTRA store and finally, to Marvin Halladay
July 26/27 - Penetanguishene (near Midland), Babs Ellis, Laura for organizing the clinic.
and Buzz Ellis, 705-594-2224, 705-549-8589
August 2/3/4 - Pine River Ranch, (near Mansfield), Janice
Clegg, 705-434-0816
August 9/10 - Orton (south-west Orangeville), Marvin and Rita
Halladay, 519-787-2307
August 16 - Dundas Valley (east Ancaster), Lana and Charles
English, 519-658-6033
August 17 - York Regional Forest (near Markham), Faith Dentay, 905-473-2550
August 20-25 - Mattawa Horse Campground, Colleen Maxwell
and Greg O’Connor, 705-776-2173
August 30/31, September 1 - Algonquin Park (west Whitney),
Ron Keeler and Therese Puglisevich, 705-786-7462
OTRA members please consult your Ride Schedule booklet for
full details. Non-members please contact our website at
www.otra.ca for further information.
Karin Zawadowsky
Newsletter Editor
New Members:
Karla Adams/Colin Bruce - Lakefield
Ron Watson - Port Dover
Catherine Haggarty and family - Lucan
Armin Benke - Langton
Ed Lafond & family - Metcalfe
Sonja Wyss - Alliston
Ray & Joyce Digout & family - Spring Bay
Kate Smith - Brampton
JULY 2008 THE RIDER /29
2008 Board of Directors
President: Mark Ford, (613) 335-2529, email: mark_s_ford@hotmail.com
Vice-President: Joe Mezenberg, (519) 787-1412, email: jemezenberg@execulink.com
Secretary: Margaret Murray, (905) 936-3362, email: margaret.n.murray@gmail.com
Membership Secretary: Misha Green, (905) 474-9466,
email: green@rogers.com
Treasurer: Kelly Corbyn, (705) 424-1600, email: kellycorbyn@hotmail.com
Endurance Chair:
Competitive Trail Chair: Lynda Townsend, (450) 764-3589
email: townsend.buggies.sleighs@qc.aibn.com
Ride & Tie Chair: Mike Downing, phone: (705) 428-5622,
email: michael.downing@sympatico.ca
website www.octra.on.ca
Coates Creek Ride & Tie
Above: Ride and Tie Runner
Above Right: Deanna Ramsey
It was a bright sunny day for the eleven teams entered
in this event. Leaving the start line the trail winds down to a
narrow creek. Since there had been a flood in the Spring and
no opportunity to get a safety check done on the bridge,
only runners were allowed to it, while the horses would
cross the creek, some more willingly than others.
The atmosphere and camaraderie in this sport is
always amazing, not only among those competing, but also
among the vital workers who volunteered to assist Rose
Danko to put on the event even before they were asked.
Thanks go to the Lay Vets, Fred Buchanan and Marie
Shaw; Recorders, Pam Scott and Sheila Buchanan (normally
a ride & Tie competitor herself); to Secretary, Min Pinkney;
and the excellent help provided by her daughter Kathy and
grand-daughter Justine; to Tammy Franks, [owned by
‘Howie’] for timing; to Lesley and Steve for the great trail
and water, and the Downings (Sue and Mike), who are
always there when needed. Special thanks also go to Rose’s
husband who always gets anything she forgets and to Hailey, for entertaining the “officials”, waiting for horses and
runners to come in.
The 6 mlie/10k Ride & Tie was won by juniors Emily
Wright and Laura Austin with Kodak Moment, in a good
time of 1 hr 17 min.; not far behind and getting better and
better in 2nd place was Wolf and Tania Eagles, riding I Spy
in 1hr 26 min.; close behind in 3rd was an enthusiastic Ajay
McMahon and Connie Rawski with JC Zamson in 1 hr 30
min.; keeping up the pace in 4th place was Jessica Hendricks, Nellie Bradbury and Capitol Tee Brawn in 11hr 34
min.; and having a lot of fun in 5th Mike and Sue Downing
and Tiny Bubbles in 1hr 59 min.
The 12 m/-20k Ride & Tie was deservedly won by
Charlene Hendricks, John Bradbury and Cherub Rosen in a
nice time of 1hr and 47 min. In 2nd place in 2hr 17 min was
junior team Emma Webb and Candence Mc Kinnen riding
Nellsson.
In the 18 m/30k Ride & Tie the great family team of
Jim and Ryan Rawski , and J C Quick Quint finished in 2hr
42 min , 31 min ahead of Dale and Christine Thibideau and
Bob Coleman’s intrepid horse Redneck; 3rd was Bob Coleman with Jennifer Glover and Eai Shahtahna, 4th was David
MacDonald, Sue Winmill and Haf Allieena.
Sponsors/mileage generously provided by Nancy Beacon, Deanna Ramsey, and Lesley Danko. .
Additional Awards offered
Top [and fastest] Junior Team was Emma Webb, and Candence
McKinnen, with Nellsson followed by the Junior 6mile Team of
Emily Wright and Laura Austin with Kodak Moment.
The Oldest Team [they blamed it on their horse Zamson] was AJay
McMahon and Connie Rawski. Way to go girls.
Family Team (which can include a sponsor) went to Wolf Eagles
and his mom Tania, and I Spy,
Turtle Awards – last, but not least, this much coveted award was
claimed in the 6 mile/10km distance by Mike and Sue Downing, riding ex race horse Tiny Bubbles. Their blistering turtle speed was just
under 5km per hr. The 12 mile and 18 mile “Tortoises”, normally
known for their speed [Tortoise and Hare fame!] were Candence
McKinnen, Emma Webb, and David MacDonald and Sue Winmill.
2008 Canadian Championships in Alberta - Ride & Tie events will
be held on Monday August 4th. For details, including Competitive
Trail / Endurance events, see www.canadiannationals.org
Keep a lookout - on the OCTRA Schedule or website as there are
further Ride & Tie events coming in the fall.
UPDATE – WORLD
EQUESTRIAN
GAMES
The Canadian Team Officials have been
chosen for both
the 2008 WEG
in Malaysia and
the
World
Equestrian
Games 2010 in
Kentucky. The
Chef D’Equipe
will be Kay
Melvin and the
Assistant Chef
will be Maura
Leahy.
The
Team Veterinarian will be James
Carmalt DVM
and the Assistant
Veterinarian will
be Roxy Bell
DVM.
Eastern
Canadian riders
who have qualified to attend the upcoming WEG to be held in
Malaysia this November are Ontario residents Ruth Sturley,
Wendy Webb, and Wendy MacCoubray, together with Canadian Yvette Vinton (who resides in Florida) and Bob Geilan of
the Maritimes. Congratulations.
No word yet on who will be chosen to represent the
Endurance Team. Countries are allowed to send 4 horses and
riders plus 1 alternate horse and rider but it is only after arrival
in Malaysia and following the official vetting in of the horses
that the actual team of 4 will be submitted to officials.
This event is a 1 day race over a 100 mile course with
horses being required to pass veterinary examinations and
have mandatory rest periods at intervals along the route. Individual standings are obvious, but Team standings are based on
the best three scores to count.
To do well in this type of event takes lots of “teamwork”
on the ground assisting both the horse and rider throughout the
day. Although each rider is allowed two grooms in this sport,
it is hoped that additional helpers will be available to make the
trip to Malaysia to support the team.
All Photos courtesy of www.wendywebbphotography.com
OCTRA RIDE SCHEDULE 2008
Date
Ride Name
Location
Contact - Ride Manager (R.M.)
Event
Distance
3-Aug
Coates Creek
New Lowell
(R.M.) Rose Danko (705)424 0888
lesleydanko@sympatico.ca
17-Aug
Flesherton
Flesherton
31-Aug
Copeland
Copeland Forest
Oro Medonte
15 Miles
35 Miles
55 Miles
75 Miles
15 Miles
22 Miles
32 Miles
25 Miles
50 Miles
66 Miles
7-Sep
Oxford Station
Kemptville
21-Sep
Oktoberfest
Mansfield
Mileage
Novice
Competitive Trail
Mileage
Mileage
Endurance
17 Miles
25 Miles
34 Miles
13 Miles
25 Miles
50 Miles
28-Sep
Storemont
Storemont
Mileage
Novice
Competitive Trail
16 Miles
25 Miles
38 Miles
12-Oct
Coates Creek
New Lowell
(R.M.) Nancy Beacon (519) 924 2347
(R.M.) Doug Price (519) 794 3175
dougieprice@yahoo.ca
(R.M) Mark Phillips (705) 835 3622
specklecreek@infinity.net
(Sect) Virginia Phillips 4342 Line 6, N R.R 4,
Coldwater, Ont.
(R.M.) Joanne Turpin (613) 258 2009
(Sect) Joanne Turpin 1895 County Rd, #20,
Oxford Station
Fred Buchanan (510)323 3175
fredbuchanan@earthlink.net
(R.M.) Joe Mezenberg (519) 787 1416
jcmezenberg@execulink.com
(R.M) Sue Wallis (613) 346 2617
dessia@xplornet.com
(Secty) Sue Wallis, 15947 Stn. Lane
Northfield, K0C 1R0
(R.M.) Rose Danko (705)424 0888
lesleydanko@sympatico.ca
Mileage
Mileage
Endurance
Endurance
Mileage
Novice
Competitive Trail
Mileage
Endurance
Endurance
Ride & Tie
Ride & Tie
Ride & Tie
6 Miles
12 Miles
18 Miles
30/ JULY 2008 THE RIDER
OTRA, Continued from Page 28.
have enough].
The trail bikers do not wish to share a
trail with horses. Instead, they are supporting
our location efforts by providing potential
areas. The snowmobilers realize that with
cross-country skiing and the trail is narrow
and that we will not be taking up the whole
forest, they are not concerned with their
access being hindered. The snowmobilers
have hundreds of kilometers of private and
Crown Lands for their activity in Lanark
County and have graciously offered to equestrians an invitation to enjoy using their trails
in the summer and winter. All they ask for is
that in the winter to place a sign at the trail
head informing them of our presence so that
they can slow down. This is a perfect example
of ‘open-line-communication’ between
diverse trail users.
It’s safe to surmise, that ‘open-lines’ of
communication has positive ramifications
when it comes to involving motorized user
groups especially locating a new horse trail in
a busy forest area already enjoyed by their activity.
Call it ‘territorial-squatter’ rights, if you wish, but
consider where they are coming from and ‘openup’ the ‘lines-of-communication’ right away and
watch the use of the phrase ‘non-motorized’ even
though you have included it with the phrase ‘multiuse’. We have learned a valuable lesson!
Ontario Appaloosa
Horse Association
Happy Trails!
Gayda Errett
• Friends of Ontario Recreational Trails and Partner, Co-Founder & Equestrian Advisor
• OEF Recreation Committee [Member-at-large]
• OTRA Board Director
• Big Ben Memorial Trail Initiative, Co-coordinator
See Page 25 for the Kawartha
Trans Canada Trail Sod
Turning story and photos.
VISIT OUR WEBSITE
www.ontarioappaloosa.com
EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS
MIKE DIPIETRO - President
230 Dawson’s SR, Box 192, Wyevale,
ON L0L 2T0 Home: (705) 322-0528
e-mail: mike_dipietro@hotmail.com
KRIS SIMPSON –
1st Vice-President
376 Maltby Rd East,
Guelph, ON N1L 1G4
(519) 821-2425
richlandshowhorses.com
MARILYN GRAHAME –
2nd Vice-President
209 Conc. 3 East, RR#1
Tara, ON N0H 2N0
(519) 934-1461
arrancroft-qh@bmts.com
“International Appaloosa Horse Club Affiliate”
KATHY MCKENNA - Past President,
RR#5, Paisley, ON N0G 2N0
Home: (519) 389-2081
e-mail: kathyhughie@bmts.com
AMY JOHNSON - Secretary
924 Conc. 6 RR#1
Waterford, ON N0E 1Y0
(519) 443-5607
sweetie_sonny@hotmail.com
LINDA VERZIN - Treasurer
1276 Mapleview Dr.
Innisfil, ON N0G 2N0
(705) 431-8214
verzin@sympatico.ca
MARIE HENDERSON - Director
RR#3, Port Elgin, ON N0H 2C7
(519) 389-5914
mjhenderson@bmts.com
REBECCA NEUFELD - Director
26 Spring Wagon Lane
Elmira, ON N3B 3N1
(519) 669-3504
andy-becky@rogers.com
CARRIE CRONKITE - Director
924 Conc. 6, RR#1
Waterford, ON N0E 1Y0
(519) 443-5607
carriegirl65@yahoo.ca
MICHAELA GRAHAME Youth Director
209 Conc. 3 East, RR#1
Tara, ON N0H 2N0
(519) 934-1461
arrancroft-qh@bmts.com
August 9-10, 2008
Start time 9:00 AM Both Days
Location: Orangeville Fairgrounds
Canadian Equine
Business Group
Tables have turned for Horse and Pet owners of Canada.
The Canadian Equine Business Group has been developed for
the Horse and Pet owners in mind. Horse and Pet owners
together are a very powerful buying group across Canada.
As a Bronze member (non-business) you will benefit from all the discounts and
savings our business members have to offer. Horse and Pet owners can now enjoy vacation discounts, major purchases, pet care, health care, etc all at discount rates from our
Business Members. As a Bronze Member, you can sell any items, horses, tack, etc. free
of charge on our CEBG Classifieds.
For Business Members.... increase your retail sales Canada wide, find new
wholesalers, network your products and enjoy all the benefits we have to offer. As a
Business Member, you can use our newsletter and classifieds to promote and sell your
products...free of charge!
In addition, The Canadian Equine Business Group will donate a portion of all
Membership fees to support our Canadian Athletes on their way to the Summer Olympics
in Beijing, China from May 1st to July 31st, also to the SPCA and Ronald McDonald
House.
The Canadian Equine Business Group is proud to
announce the“CEBG Riders Grant Program”
The CEBG would like to award a student or individual rider up to 21 years of age, for
their hard work and dedication to their chosen discipline, be it English or Western. The
CEBG will award $1500 to one student or rider from each of the following provinces,
British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario and the Maritimes (Nova
Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince
Edward Island and Newfoundland/
Labrador). A total of six Grants
will be given out across Canada.
These grants can be used to assist
the student or rider in lessons,
training, tack, horses, education,
future goals, etc.
To become a member of CEBG, visit our website at www.cebg.ca
or for more information concerning memberships and the CEBG Riders
Grant Program contact us toll free at 1-877-682-0331 or 613-3820331.
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For Directions and more information on the facility please visit:
www.orangevillefairgrounds.ca
Show Manager: Kris Simpson (519) 821-2425
richlandshowhorses@sympatico.ca
Stall Reservations: Amy Johnson (519) 443-5607
sweetie_sonny@hotmail.com
Entry Forms & Class Lists Available At:
www.ontarioappaloosa.com
JUDGES: Jim Jirkovsky, Sandy Jirkovsky & Mike Baker
JULY 2008 THE RIDER /31
INSIDE
Laurie Haughton...............31
Sadinsky Report ...............31
Canada’s YWC Team.......32
OQHA News ....................33
Take A Horse To School..33
Area III News ...................34
EOQHA News..................35
QROOI News ...................37
Ross Brigden ....................38
The Canadian Quarter
Horse Association is an
affiliate of the AQHA.
Annual membership is
free to current members
of AQHA. To enroll
on-line, visit the CQHA
web site: www.cqha.ca,
and choose
“Membership” section. Choose “Affiliates” to link to provincial Quarter
Horse & Racing Association sites. Contact: Marnie Somers, President
(204) 834-2479 or email: marnie@horsescoops.com
Ford AQHYA World Championship Show Moves to OKC
Bringing Changes, More Qualifiers
The American Quarter Horse
Journal, June 23, 2008 – The
Ford American Quarter Horse
Youth Association World Championship Show moves to a new
location and has other changes in
store for 2008.
After being held in Fort
Worth, Texas, for the past 16
years, the Ford Youth World
Show now moves to State Fair
Park in Oklahoma City, August
1-9. The Ford Youth World is
the pinnacle event for AQHYA
members and is the largest single-breed youth world championship horse show.
“We are excited to be moving the Ford Youth World Show
to the State Fair Arena in Oklahoma City,” said AQHA Presi-
dent Ken Mumy. “The new
Superbarn and improvements to
the stalls and warm-up arenas
will make the show that much
nicer for our youth members.”
National qualifiers for this
year’s Ford Youth World have
increased by more than 600. Last
year 1,185 youths qualified, and
this year 1,827 qualified. Two of
the events with the greatest
increase in qualifiers were performance halter and ranch sorting, which both debuted last year
at the Ford Youth World.
In addition to qualifying
nationally, youths also can qualify for the Ford Youth World
through their state or provincial
affiliate. The number of eligible
state qualifiers was increased
from two to four this year. With
the increased number of qualifiers, an additional day has been
added to the beginning of the
show to accommodate more
exhibitors.
Youth members have the
opportunity for competition outside the arena as well, including
judging, speech and team
demonstration contests. This
year the Parade of Teams and
Stall Decorating Contest are
combining to form the Team
Spirit Award. Affiliates can create their own script and performance for the Parade of Teams,
which will be judged along with
their stall decorating. The contest
awards will be presented during
a barbecue dinner Thursday
The Measurement of
Success
By Laurie Haughton
I had thought that the piece this month was
going to be a very easy task, seeing as last month
my most important project wasn’t yet breaking
news. I though that this time I would write about
the amazing experience I was having as youth
advisor for the Eastern Ontario Quarter Horse
Association Youth, and having the fortunate and
rewarding task of working with The Children’s
Wish Foundation of Canada to help an eight-yearold girl’s horse wish come true. There is no doubt
that to date this ongoing project with Josée and
her family has given me some of the most rewarding days of my life thus far. It has also made me
extremely proud of our equine community, and
made me very thankful that I get to be associated
with so many outstanding and caring people.
However as I write this from my hotel room
in Amarillo Texas, after having just been at the
welcoming night festivities of the 2008 AQHYA
Youth Excellence Seminar, my thoughts and emotions have become a scramble of aspirations,
ideas, and gratitude. It’s been twelve years since I
attended an AQHYA convention as an Ontario
youth delegate. As I looked around the room
tonight I realized it’s still the same kids, the same
personalities, and the same dreams. Some things
really don’t change that much in a decade or so,
and to me that’s a really special and important
thing!
One Hundred and fifty youth from across the
U.S.A arrived in Amarillo to share their love of
the Quarter Horse, in much the same way as I did
in 1995 and 1996. Many of these youth will make
friends here this weekend that will last decades,
just as I did (I love you Slinkman family – I wish
Maryland was closer!). Some of these youth are
aspiring leaders running for election as an
AQHYA officer, others are here as leaders and
ambassadors of what it means to be a youth
involved in horse sport, and don’t be mistaken
that does mean a lot!
In addition to the youth, sixty adults have
converged as advisors, chaperones, parents, mentors, and coaches, and I guess this month it was to
them that I wanted to write. As adults we can
now look back and identify those significant peo-
ple who shaped our
lives, we remember
our favorite school
teacher or coach,
that person that
showed us that we
were/ are worth
believing in, people who demonstrated that a bit of
courage and self
respect is all we
really need in order
to try anything and
succeed.
As adults sometimes we get so caught up in
the adult world to remember how tough that first
heartbreak was, or how confusing life could be
through teen-age eyes. I think we forget how
intelligent we were as teenagers, sure we had a lot
of growing up and maturing to do, but that didn’t
mean that we didn’t understand the complexities
of the world.
Success is measure in different units you discover as you jump from adolescence to adulthood,
we all learn the ability to measure when we are
young, what becomes different with age is how
we correlate those lengths and shortcomings. Age
and generation differences are always going to
exist, evolution guarantees that, – teen life can be
a crazy pace too and sometimes youth will forget
to note how important your guidance and advice
is to them. If you’ve been working with youth and
measure your success with them in Thank-yous
you just have to remember that this important
investment has a significant but gradual return.
Years from now as they are taking stock in
their lives as young adults it will be the kindness
and encouragement given to them by you that
they will remember and reflect on. To me this is
one’s real measurement of success, how much we
can aid the young people in our horse community
to develop into strong and determined individuals
who will be the future leaders of horse sport.
To my own teachers, trainers, coaches, and
family, incase I haven’t said it recently Thank
You!
night rather than an awards
breakfast as in past years.
Another change for the
Ford Youth World Show is the
year-end awards. In previous
years, a banquet was held to
recognize all the year-end
award winners. However, in
order to increase recognition of
these accomplishments, this
year the youths will be presented with their year-end awards
during the show. Winners will
be introduced and will receive
their awards in the arena prior
to the placing of the finals class
in which they earned the award.
The American Quarter
Horse Journal will continue to
provide online and print coverage of the show as they have
done in the past. The Journal
will still have AQHYA mem-
bers who serve as Junior Journalists to cover the show from
the youths’ perspective. In
addition to being journalists,
AQHYA members will be
doing video coverage of the
show. These new Q-Js will produce unique podcasts and fun
videos from the show that will
be uploaded to YouTube and
other media outlets.
“AQHA
Presents,”
AQHA’s television show on
RFD-TV network, will feature
youths competing at the event.
This will air September 10 at 1
p.m. and 11 p.m. Eastern and
again on September 13 at 12:30
p.m. Eastern. A new highlight
of the show this year will be a
feature on a Jackson Land &
Cattle Youth World Show
Assistance Fund recipient.
The trade show is bigger
and better as the Cox Pavilion
provides added space. Thirty
new exhibitors will have booths
this year for more shopping
pleasure. Also, the trade show
will host various parties and
games during the show.
For more information on
AQHYA and the Ford Youth
World, contact AQHA at (806)
376-4811
or
visit
www.aqhya.com.
AQHA news and information is a service of AQHA publications. For more information
on The American Quarter
Horse Journal, The American
Quarter Horse Racing Journal
or America’s Horse, visit
www.aqha.com/magazines.
Sadinsky Report Supports
Equine Research and
Social Responsibility
The Sadinsky report, recently released by
the Ministry of Government and Consumer Services, presents a strategic vision and direction
for the Ontario Horse Racing and Breeding
Industry. The document contains recommendations that support equine research and education for the health and welfare of the horse. It
also directs the horse racing and breeding
industry in their move forward in a socially
responsible manner, ensuring protection of race
horses.
One recommendation (see chapter 9, rec.
#9) is that two million dollars annually be allocated for equine research and education at
Equine Guelph. This recommended infusion of
money can be transformative on the research
and education programs of Equine Guelph and
will positively contribute to the care of race
horses.
When asked what Equine Guelph
researchers would do with the expected money,
Jeff Thomason, Co-Chair of Equine Guelph
Research Committee explains - The first step,
once funding arrives would be to research what
needs to be researched. Shareholders will need
to identify the equine health problems in the
racing industry which need to be investigated.
Once they have a list, they will need to determine the best way to discover the causes of
each and then actually complete the investigation. In the end, their goal is for industry to
take a proactive approach, reducing the risks of
common ailments such as chronic lameness and
the complete break down of race horses using a
preventative health care strategy rather than a
curative approach.
Horse enthusiasts hope the government
reads their own report, follows the advice of
their own experts, and makes the commitment
to protect the animals, thereby ensuring the
health of the racing industry. The bottom line
shows that fewer injuries means fewer expenses
to racehorse owners. By enforcing transparent
policies based on the healthy treatment and
breeding of horses, the race industry has an
opportunity to enhance their reputation and
attract more horse minded patrons. What is
good for the horse is good for the horse industry
as well.
OQHA Hall Of Fame Nominations
By Joan McMann.
The Ontario Quarter Horse Association
Hall Of Fame Committee wants to remind
everyone that the deadline for nominating
both horses and people for this year's award
has been extended until August 1st.. The
Hall Of Fame is designed to recognize men,
women, and horses who have played a vital
role in the development of OQHA. There
are people and horses in Ontario who should
be truly rewarded and recognized for their
great success and contribution to the industry. Many of these people have dedicated
their lives to the advancement of the Quarter
Horse in this province. The new Chairperson of the Committee, Kelly Smith ,says the
forms can be accessed on the OQHA web
site or by contacting her at 905-774-4923.
The criteria and guidelines for the
selection of up to 3 people and up to 2 horses
per year are available as well. The awards
will be presented at the OQHA year end banquet.
Nominations should be sent to Kelly
Smith at 2717 Lakeshore Rd, Dunnville,
Ontario, N1A2W8.
32/ JULY 2008 THE RIDER
HOLIDAY WITH YOUR HORSE
2008 AQHA Youth World Cup –
Team Canada Youth Members
The five competing
riders are:
Experience the beauty of the Oak Ridges Moraine from the comfort of
our 1870's farmhouse at Kendal Hills. Enjoy a leisurely country breakfast on the veranda. Then ride or drive your horses directly into the
Ganaraska Forest. Spacious box stalls and turnout for your horse. Good
home cooking and country hospitality for you. Explore nearby towns:
theatre, antiques, fine dining, and the most beautiful scenery in southern
Ontario, all within an hour of Toronto. Stay for the night or the week,
rural comfort awaits.
Frances & Tim Tufts • (905) 983-5465 • www.kendalhills.ca
Sarah Clasen-Byce: rider
Sarah is a 17-year-old
from Kakabeka Falls, Ontario.
The three leadership
members are:
Kelly Truesdell: rider
Kelly is a 17-year-old
from Brights Grove, Ontario.
Lindsay Allen: leader
Lindsay is a 17-year-old
from London, Ontario.
The two alternate
riders are:
Ohio Quarter
Horse
Association
101 Tawa Rd., P.O. Box 209,
Richwood, OH 43344-0209
(740) 943-2346
Fax: (740) 943-3752
www.oqha.com
2008 Congress
October 6 - October 28
Miranda Cummings: alternate Sarah Hill: leader
MacKenzie Harvey: rider
Miranda is a 16-year-old
Sarah is a 14-year-old
MacKenzie is a 17-yearfrom Langley, BC.
old youth from Toronto, ON. from Fredericton, NB
Patti Carter & Paige
Carter Training Centre
P.O. Box 839, 39 High St. St. George, ON N0E 1N0
Home: (519) 448-4424 • Cell: (519) 732-2877
Jan and Risty Schmidt
2129 Queen Street, R.R. #2,
Petersburg, ON, N0B 2H0
(519) 696-2564
Established 1964
email: schmidt@coolwaterquarterhorses.com
website: www.coolwaterquarterhorses.com
Yelaina May: alternate
Mallory McKewen: rider
Yelaina is a 17-year-old
Mallory is a 17-year-old
from Roberts Creek, BC
from Prescott, Ontario.
Anne-Charlie Riviere-leader
Anne-Charlie is a 15-yearold from Pointe-Lebel, QC.
Danielle Olafson: rider
Danielle is a 15-yearold from Edmonton, Alberta.
Karen Westerback, Thunder
Bay, Ontario – Team Manager
Della Cryderman, Murillo,
Ontario – Team Coach
"Of all the amazing goals
I have been so blessed to
accomplish, being a proud
member of the AQHA
Youth World Cup
was one of the
highlights of my
experiences."
Sharnai Thompson,
member of team USA,
2006 AQHA
Youth World Cup
Teams Participating in the
2008 AQHA Youth World Cup
Australia
Austria
Belgium
Canada Czech Republic
Denmark
Dominican Republic
France Germany
Israel
Italy
The Netherlands New Zealand
Sweden
United Kingdom
United States
A major initiative of the
Canadian Quarter Horse Association (CQHA) is to co-ordinate a team to represent Canada at each biennial American
Quarter Horse Association
(AQHA) Youth World Cup.
The Youth World Cup competition is an educational, leadership-based event for youth
members from around the
world, culminating in showcasing skills learned in an
atmosphere of friendly competition.
Canada will be one of 16
countries to field a team at the
2008 American Quarter Horse
Youth World Cup. The event,
proudly co-hosted by the
Canadian Quarter Horse Association and provincial/regional
AQHA affiliates, will be held
from July 6th to 13th. 2008, in
London Ontario. Funding for
travel expenses for Team
Canada is cost-shared by
A Q H A / C Q H A ,
provincial/regional Quarter
Horse Associations, corporate
and/or individual sponsors,
and team members’ families.
Each participating country
may select up to five competing riders, two alternate riders
and three non-competing youth
(leadership members). The
host country, Canada, will provide the pool of horses of various ability levels, which are
subsequently grouped into lots
of five horses each. During the
opening ceremonies, teams
draw to determine their
assigned group of five horses.
Teams then designate three
riders each to compete in
Western Horsemanship, Western Pleasure, Western Riding,
Hunter Under Saddle, Hunt
Seat Equitation, Showmanship, and Trail; and two riders
each for Reining and Cutting
classes.
The CQHA actively sought
out qualified youth from all
across Canada, who are Canadian citizens, members-ingood-standing of the American
Quarter Horse Youth Association (AQHYA). Many applications were received from youth
from all across Canada, who
possess excellent horsemanship skills in a variety of
events, and who volunteer in
their local| communities and/or
equine sport organizations.
This made the job of selecting
finalists for the team both gratifying and challenging.
For more information,
please visit the event web site
at: www.aqhayouth worldcup.com or contact the Chair,
Patti Carter: patticarter@
aqhayouthworldcup.com
For more information
about the Youth World Cup,
please visit the event web site
at: www.aqhayouth worldcup.com
For more information
regarding the Canadian Quarter Horse Association visit
www.cqha.ca
Best of luck
to all
competitors
JULY 2008 THE RIDER/ 33
Ontario Quarter Horse Association Inc.
O.Q.H.A. INC. 2008 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Affiliate
www.oqha.on.ca
President, Area 1 Director: Lynn Scott, 2302 Mandaumin Rd., R.R. #1, Brigden, ON N0N 1B0, (519) 864-4413, gideeeup5@ciaccess.com
1st Vice-President, Area 2 Director: Jamie Simpson, 376 Maltby Road East, Guelph, ON N1L 1G4, (519) 821-2425, richlandshowhorses@sympatico.ca
2nd Vice-President, Area 5 Director: Laurie Haughton, 1524 LaCasse Rd., Clarence Creek, ON K0A 1N0, (613) 488-2300, eponapr@canada.com
Secretary: Adele Matheson
Area 1 Director: Ken McLellan, 5830 Glendon Dr., R.R. #3, Appin, ON N0L 1A0, (519) 289-5526, grantontrailers@quadro.net
Treasurer, Area 2 Director: Shirley Conod, 60 Burwell Road, RR #2, Tillsonburg, ON N4G 4G7 (519) 866-5722, shirleyconod@aol.com
Area 1 Director: Erin Marshall
Area 2 Director: Kathy Patterson, R.R. #1, Bornholm, ON N0K 1A0, (519) 345-2861, tbrkathy@hsfx.ca
Area 2 Director: Marianne Ramey, 1206 Norfolk County Rd. 19, RR #1, Wilsonville, ON N0E 1Z0 (519) 443-8713
Area 3 Director: Kim Allen, 1357 2nd Line, RR #1, Palgrave, ON L0N 1P0, (519) 942-2424, kimsquarters1@hotmail.com
Area 3 Director: Al Windhrim
Area 4 Director: Val Love, 2494 Taunton Rd., Hampton, ON L0B 1J0, (905) 263-8158, VLove@sympatico.ca
Area 5 Director: Debbie Haughton, 1524 LaCasse Rd., Clarence Creek, ON K0A 1N0, (613) 488-2300, gillesseguin@canada.com
Director at Large: Rick O’Donnell
Immediate Past President: Lisa Desroches, R.R. #1, Wellesley, ON N0B 2T0 (519) 656-2323, lisa_desroches@sympatico.ca
AQHA Rep: Patti Carter, P.O. Box 839, 39 High St., St. George, ON N0E 1N0, (519) 448-4424, patticarterperformancehorses@hotmail.com
OFFICE ADDRESS: P.O. Box 182, Milverton, ON N0K 1M0 Ph: (519) 595-3233 • Fax: (519) 345-3234
2008 AREA 1 – SOUTHERN ONTARIO SPRING CLASSIC
OQHA Queen and Princess Contetants
“Area 1 Hosts OQHA Queen & Junior Princess
Contest and 1,298 Entries in Two Days!!!!”
By Ken McLellan
The Ministry of
Health Promotion
The 2008 Area 1 – Southern Ontario
Spring Classic Circuit held in Ilderton,
Ontario on Saturday and Sunday, June 7
& 8, 2008. There were a total of 180
horses and 1,298 entries shown over the 2
days judged by Mr. Tom Crowley of
Minnesota and Mr. John Ed Tabb of Tennessee. This circuit was approved for
points by OQHA, Area 1 and Area 2
Quarter Horse Promotional Associations.
Ring Stewards were Megan Patterson of
Bornholm and Nina DiDonato of Smith
Creek, Michigan. The Show Secretaries
were Connie and Sylvia DiDonato.
Exhibitors from Ontario, Michigan, Quebec and Ohio competed. The show was
dedicated in Memory of Leon Paroian,
who passed away May 10, an Area 1 resident, OQHA Hall Of Fame Member and
long time supporter of the Ontario Quarter
Horse Association.
The OQHA Queen Contest was held
on Saturday with Ashley Cook of Tilbury
and Taylor Pullen of Shelburne competing in a written test, horsemanship and
interview portion. Ms. Taylor Pullen was
the Winner of the Horsemanship and
Written Test Awards. Ms. Ashley Cook
won the Interview portion of the contest.
After all calculations were complete, Ms.
Ashley Cook was crowned the 2008
OQHA Queen. Ashley will represent
OQHA at both the AQHYA Youth World
Cup and the All American Quarter Horse
Congress. The Co-Junior Princesses were
Jasmyn Rivait of Orillia and Tiana
Domingos of Erin who both gave eloquent speeches on “Why I Love Quarter
Horses”. Debbie Laurie and Haughton
with help from a number of volunteers
decorated the hall and displayed the
almost $3,500 in prizes courtesy of a
number of sponsors. Mary Moore, Lynn
Scott, Diana Amlin and Robin Graham on
behalf of Area 1 hosted a light buffet in
conjunction with the Queen Contest
which included a special OQHA decorated cake for dessert.
AQHYA Team Canada members,
Kelly Truesdell and Lindsay Allen with
much help from their parents, Karen
Allen and Dawna Truesdell organized a
silent auction which raised $361.50
thanks to the sponsors and bidders. Ticket proceeds from their Framed Print
brought in a total of over $300.00. In
addition, they sold Team Canada T-Shirts,
Tank Tops and Caps. They also sold
“GATOR TICKETS” with the help of
Jennifer Barnes and her mom, Louise
Harris and official AQHYA Apparel as
well. It would be great to see everyone
from Ontario wearing their Team Canada
apparel at the AQHYA in support of the
Canadian team members including 5 from
Ontario.
Kay and Allan Pickard celebrated
their 50th Wedding Anniversary the week
before. Former OQHA Director, Frank
Manninger and his wife of Chatham celebrated their 60th Weeding Anniversary on
the weekend. Rebecca Savage of Hills-
burg celebrated her 11th Birthday on Sunday. Rebecca placed 1st & 2nd in the
Small Fry Showmanship on Saturday and
also competed in the Walk Jog Trot on
Sunday.
Area 1 presented “JOHN DEERE
GATOR TICKETS” to the Grand and
Reserve Champion in each division in
support of the AQHYA Youth World Cup
being held at the Agriplex in London, July
6 through July 13. Huron Tractor, the area
John Deere Dealer provided a courtesy
“Gator” to use for the show. The Grand
Champion Amateur Mare and Grand
Champion Mare under both judges was
Another Diversion owned by the Flowers
Family of Clinton and shown by Lynn
Flowers. Kids Classical Lady owned and
shown by Gary Bagshaw of Sunderland
was the Reserve Champion Mare under
Judge Tabb as well as Reserve Champion
Amateur Mare under both judges. Amanda Pereira showed Mintube Certifiable to
Reserve Champion Mare honours under
Judge Crowley. Some Kinda Superstar
owned and shown by Tiana Domingos of
Erin was the Grand Champion Youth
Mare under both judges. CW Razz
owned by Risty and Jan Schmidt and
shown by Risty was The Grand Champion
Continued on Page 34.
Take a Horse (or Two) to School!
est in horses, and had the opportunity to ask children were about telling them all about the horses vistheir own questions about horses.
iting them at school that day.
“Watching the faces of the students
The Eastern Ontario Quarter Horse Association
as they realized that two horses were coming Youth, and the Ontario Quarter Horse Association would
onto the school property was absolutely like to thank the National Capital Region Chapter of The
priceless.” said Lynn Noel, Fundraising/Vol- Children’s Wish Foundation of Canada for assisting in
unteer Coordinator for the National Capital setting up these tours. As well as a special Thank you to
Region Chapter of The Children’s Wish Josée for helping to host the event at both schools. LastFoundation of Canada. “Standing beside ly thank you to the teachers and staff at St John the
Josée and her class mates is a memory that I Apostle School and Rockcliffe Public School for your
will treasure for a long time”
hospitality and wonderful facilities.
“The questions from students were
Would you do it again? was a question asked by
quite broad and detailed, but the most com- one of the teachers the following day to Laurie on a folmon questions were about size and speed” low up visit. “Call me in September to book a day” was
Joannie Backs riding An Awesome Vintage for the one hundred and said Laurie Haughton who provided the com- Laurie’s reply!
fifty grade 1, 2 & 3 students of Ottawa’s Rockcliffe Public School. mentary for the day. “It was quite
a thrill to see how excited these
June 24th was a busy and exciting day for AQHA students were when they first caught sight of
Mascot Two Bits, OQHA Promotions chair and EOQHA Two Bits, and then could hardly contain them
youth advisor for Laurie Haughton, EOQHA youth selves when they got to see our youth riding
members Joannie Backs and Marie Frasier and their their horses, the impact of being able to watch
Quarter Horses, An Awesome Vintage and Im a Big a fellow youth perform with these large aniLeague Zippo.
mals was visible on the student’s faces.”
OQHA’s “Take a Horse to School “ tour team,
Each of the total 450 students that parassisted by Crystal Tolly, Debbie Haughton, and John ticipated between the two schools received
Backs; visited two Ottawa area schools as an extension Two Bits activity books and “I Love Ameriof the Horse Wish granted June 1st for new EOQHA can Quarter Horse” buttons thanks to AQHA.
Youth member Josée Ross. Josée wanted the opportunity Each of Josée’s classmates received T-shirts
to share her wish with her class mates at St John the thanks to The Children’s Wish Foundation of
Apostle School in Kanata, as well as with the friends she Canada, and certificates from Equine Canada.
had made two years earlier at Rockcliffe Public school
The tour was a resounding success, with
during a student run talent show that raised money to both schools commenting by email and in
help Josée with her wish.
person the next day about how excited their
Both schools had the opportunity to watch the students were and how informative the presen- Marie Fraser aboard Im a Big League Zippo at St John the Apostle
horses demonstrate all four gates and various maneuvers, tation was. Some parents even called the School in Kanata June 24th as part of Take a Horse To School prethey learned about programs for kids who have an inter- schools to comment on how enthusiastic their sented by OQHA & EOQHA. Photo courtesy of The Children’s
Wish Foundation of Canada.
34/ JULY 2008 THE RIDER
2008 Area 3 Quarter Horse Promotional Club
2008 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Position/ Name/ Address/ Phone #/ Email
President: Janet Faas, 6099 4th concession, RR#1 Goodwood, ON L0C 1A0, 905-862-2456
1st Vice President: Corey Taylor, 25 Britton Court, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 1C1, 705-429-9390, rtaylor008@rogers.com
2nd Vice President: Jessica Mosley-Cairncross, 29 Concession 5 West, Wyevale, ON L0L 2T0, 705-322-5795,
mosleyjessica@hotmail.com
Secretary: Joanne Black, 68 Zina St., Orangeville ON L9W 1E7, 519-941-4585, joanne__black@hotmail.com
Treasurer/ Stall Bookings/ Show Co-ordinator/Area 3 Novice Show: Valerie Love, 2494 Taunton Rd,
P.O. Box 4, Hampton, ON LOB 1J0, home: 905-263-8158, Fax: 905-263-2856, VLove@sympatico.ca
Points/ Awards/ Sponsorship Directory: Lynn Riley, 28 Old Mill Drive, Toronto, ON M6S 4J9, 416-760-8723,
lynn@returntothering.com
Website/ Sponsorships: Jodi Mallette, 44 Sutter Ave., Brampton, ON L6Z 1G7, 905-846-9309, jodi@ais.on.ca
Newsletter Director/ Commercial Co-ordinator: Judy Gill, 1180 Royal Drive, Peterborough, ON, K9H 6R1,
705-536-0121, email: agill6@cogeco.ca
Director: Carol Reeves, 4592 Herald Rd R.R. #1, Mount Albert, ON L0G 1M0 905-473-3132,
Email: carol.strachan-reeves@sympatico.ca
2008 NON DIRECTOR CO-ORDINATORS
Memberships: Leslie Riley, PO Box 463, Schomberg, ON L0G 1T0, 905-939-8499, d.philip@sympatico.ca
Sponsorships: Shannon Cairncross Griffin, 2486 South Orr Lake Rd., Elmvale, ON L0L1P0, 705-322-6640,
Email: jeffgandshanc@sympatico.ca
Sponsorships: Susan Godsell, R.R. #1, 7 Blue Ridge Cres., Orillia, ON L3V 6H1, 705-327-5038, suegodsell@rogers.com
Youth Advisor: Brenda Lennox, 117 Tait, Fergus, ON N1M 3P5, 519-843-6450, lennoxbrenda@hotmail.com
Show Manager: Ken McLellan, 519-289-5526, grantontrailers@execulink.com
Update And 2008 Show Schedule
Review
With Summerama just over the next
Area 3 show will be the Novice/Summer
Circuit on August 15-17 in Palgrave.
Despite an early morning downpour and
some threatening skies the show went on
successfully.The numbers in most classes
were strong with some very nice circuit
awards,NSBA prizes and donations from
our sponsors.
Congratulations to all who braved the
weather and went on with the show.
Special mention to Michelle Papp and
Andrew Dewar for acquiring the final
points on the stallion The Way You Move
in Green HUS and Junior HUS.
Novice Show:
Aug. 15 (Caledon Equestrian Park, Palgrave)
Summer Circuit:
Aug. 16-17 (Caledon Equestrian Park, Palgrave)
OQHBF Fall Finale: Sept. 5-7 (RCRA, Newmarket) NEW
To book stalls for the Area 3 shows (excluding Teen Ranch / Fall
Finale), please contact Valerie Love, 2494 Taunton Road, P O Box #
4. Hampton, Ontario, L0B 1J0/ Phone: 905-263-8158/ Fax: 905-2632856/ email: vlove@sympatico.ca . Stall reservation forms are available at www.area3.ca
2008 Show
Highlights
NEW All Shows - Green: Trail, Western Riding, Western Pleasure &
Hunter Under Saddle
NEW Summer Circuit - Novice Youth & Amateur Hunter Hack, Adult:
Walk-Jog/Trot Trail, Horsemanship and Equitation, Small Fry Walk-Jog
Trail
NEW All Shows - Step UP Program: Novice exhibitors can enter their corresponding Youth or Amateur class for HALF PRICE
* The show is AREA 3, OQHA and AQHA point approved. Classes to Spring Classic: Gambler’s Choice Trail ($250 Added)
NYATT Fundraising Dinner
include Trail, Showmanship, Halter, Hunter Under Saddle, Hunt Seat EquiSummerama: Bridleless Western Pleasure ($250 Added)
tation, Western Pleasure, Western Horsemanship and Reining.
Sponsored by Dewar Performance Horses
Check out the Area 3 website - www.area3.ca – for further show information
Summer Circuit: Showmanship Challenge ($250 Added)
Sponsored by Reid Farm & Equestrian Centre
To book stalls for the Area 3 shows (excluding Teen Ranch / Fall
Finale), please contact Valerie Love, 2494 Taunton Road, P O Box # 4.
Hampton, Ontario, L0B 1J0/ Phone: 905-263-8158/ Fax: 905-263-2856/ NEW Spring Classic – Mystery Money – random $50.00 draws for all
email: vlove@sympatico.ca . Stall reservation forms are available at exhibitors
FREE All Shows - Pattern Books & Trail Warm Ups
www.area3.ca
All Shows – High Point Awards (Novice, Youth, Amateur)
Area
1 Show
Continued from Page 33.
Amateur Gelding under both judges as well as
Reserve Champion Gelding under Judge Crowley. Grand Champion Gelding as well as Grand
Champion Youth Gelding was Think Im Kiddin
owned and shown by Paige Carter-Fleetwood and
her mom, Patti of St. George. FSR Chips Shy
Guy owned and shown by Michelle Flowers of
Clinton was Reserve Champion Amateur Gelding
under both judges. Exclusive I Am owned by
Lynn Sleeth and shown by Tom Sleeth was
Reserve Champion Gelding under Judge Tabb.
There were over 81 entries in the Showmanship Classes. There were 16 entries showing
in the Novice Youth Showmanship, 21 in the
Novice Amateur Showmanship and 14 entries in
the Amateur All Age Showmanship and 10 in the
Select Amateur Showmanship. Lisa Kaufman of
Bright showing The Slow Lane was 1st in the
Novice Amateur Showmanship under Judge
Tabb with Deb Beckett of Tara showing Pine
Sweet Caroline 1st under Judge Crowley. Crosby Boyd showing Good Whoopi was 1st under
both judges in the Amateur All Age Showmanship. Vanessa Mayrand of St. Felix De Valois,
Quebec was 1st under both judges in the 14 – 18
Showmanship. Rachel Poppe of Monkton showing Raps Shadow owned by Nancy Poppe was
1st in the Novice Youth Showmanship under
Judge Tabb with Meagan Nagy of Millgrove
showing Dynamicstarinthedark 1st under Judge
Crowley. Sherry Newbigging won the Select
Amateur Showmanship with For The General
under both judges. Rianna Storey of Cambridge
showing Ima Raven Star was 1st under both
judges in the Youth Showmanship 13 & Under.
Grey Goose Only owned by Samantha
Quraishi and ridden by Katy Jo Pickard won the
Green Hunter Under Saddle under Judge Tabb
out of 17 entries, So Simple So Good owned by
Emma Storey of Orillia and ridden by Patti
Carter was 1st under Judge Crowley. Thumb
Ride owned and ridden by Whitney Todd of
Guelph was 1st in the Novice Amateur Hunter
Under Saddle out of 17 entries under Judge
Crowley. Ima Nauti Fantasy owned by Tracey
Thompson of Aylmer and ridden by Jennifer
Thompson was 1st under Judge Tabb. Dee Principle Chip owned and ridden by Tracey Thompson won the Select Amateur Hunter Under Saddle under both judges. Nuthinbut Blue Skies
owned by Joanne Nimigan of Hamilton and ridden by Patti Carter won the Junior Hunter Under
Saddle under both judges and was 1st under
Judge Terrell in the Amateur All Age Hunter
Under Saddle and 2nd under Judge English ridden by Sarah Nimigan. owned and ridden by was
1st in the Amateur All Age Hunter Under Saddle
under Judge English and 2nd under Judge Terrell.
Nuthin But Blue Skies owned by Joanne Nimigan of Hamilton and ridden by Patti Carter was
first under both judges in the Junior Hunter
Under Saddle and 1st in the Amateur All Age
Hunter Under Saddle under Judge Crowley rid-
den by Sarah Nimigan. Jacked Up on Scotch
owned and ridden by Lisa Desroches was 1st
under Judge Tabb and 2nd under Judge Crowley.
There were 10 entries in the Senior Hunter Under
Saddle with The Slow Lane owned by Lisa Kaufman and ridden by Robyn Storey splitting first
and second under both judges with League Of
Shadows owned by Paul & Jo-Anne Strauss of
St. Clements ridden by Diane Ewing. The
Novice Youth Hunter Under Saddle was won by
King of Arts owned by Brenda Stewardson of
Thedford and ridden by Nicole Stewardson with
KCees Awesome Tee owned and ridden by Carlie Giles of Ariss 1st under Judge Crowley.
There were good numbers in the Novice
Equitation Classes as well. Lana Smith of Richmond, Michigan riding Seal The Invitation
owned by Craig Harms was first out of 14 entries
in the Novice Amateur Hunt Seat Equitation.
Kennedy Almas of Hagersville was 1st under
both judges in the Novice Youth Hunt Seat Equitation out of 15 entries. Emily Phillips riding RL
A Chip Affair was 1st out of 9 under both judges
in the Amateur All Age Hunt Seat Equitation.
Kristy Beck was 1st in the Youth All Age Hunt
Seat Equitation riding No Doubt a Dee Bar under
Judge Tabb with Rianna Storey riding Ima Raven
Star 1st Under Judge Crowley.
The Open Hunter Hack had 4 entries with
Mr Doubled My Fancy owned by Jenny Denhartog of Arthur and ridden by Sicca Denhartog
winning first as well as first under both judges in
the Youth All Age Hunter Hack.
There were 24 Reining Entries and a total
of 9 Working Cow Horse Entries. First in Open
Reining with 11 entries was Cee Little Star
owned by John and Sharon Fletcher of Waterford
and ridden by Loris Epis HA Steady Jodie Nic
owned and ridden by Jess Cofell of Delhi 2nd
under both judges as well as first under both
judges in the Open Working Cow Horse. There
were 7 entries in the Amateur Reining with Brian
Heaton of Kingsville riding Jo C Yankee winning
under both judges. The Amateur Working Cow
Horse with 5 entries was won by Little Tazzy
Lena owned and ridden by Werner Bohner of
Woodstock with Sherry Black of Vienna 2nd
under both judges riding Jacs Spinafox. Both
judges were impressed by the competition in the
Working Cow Horse Classes. Nancy Mariani of
Erin made her debut riding in the Amateur Working Cow Horse.
An OQHA Season Record 83 Trail entries
competed in the various Trail Class divisions
including 19 in Green Trail, 17 in Open Trail and
15 in Amateur Trail All Ages. Show Your Invitation owned and shown by Kim Allen of Palgrave won the Green Trail again this weekend
under both judges. Justawalkinthepark owned
and ridden by Nikki Decosse of Strathroy splitting 1st and 2nd in the Novice Amateur Trail
with A Charming Zip owned and ridden by Barb
Caris of Kerwood under both Judges with 12
entries showing. Emily Phillips won the Open
Trail riding RL A Chip Affair under both Judges
as well as 1st under Judge Tabb in the Amateur
All Age Trail. Slow Skippin Eddie owned and
ridden by Jeff Beam was 1st in the Amateur All
Age Trail under Judge Crowley. Jodi Mallette
riding Mr Te Skips Softly owned by Susan
Campbell of Bolton placed 2nd under both
judges. No Doubt A Dee Bar owned and ridden
by Kristy Beck of Chatham won the Youth All
Age Trail under both judges. Gone Bar Huntin
owned and ridden by Elizabeth Willsey of Orillia
was first under Judge Tabb and Jolene Beck riding Hazard County Kid the Novice Youth Trail
under Judge Crowley. Jack Simpson and The
Lasting Star were first under both judges in the
Select Amateur Trail. Area 1 certainly appreciates the use of the Pat Carter All Breed Trail
Obstacles and Trailer plus the volunteers who
helped set up and maintain the course.
There was an excellent turn out in the Walk
Jog Trot Horsemanship and Lead Line Classes.
Zackary Fiddick of Petrolia, the one boy in the
class riding Graceful Pine Chex was the Winner
out of 12 entries under Judge Crowley showing
in the Walk Trot. Erin Leigh Cross-Nicholls of
Smithville riding Skipa Scorpion owned by her
father, Roy was 1st under Judge Tabb. In the
Lead Line, Horse Themed Beach Towels were
awarded to all participants with Dillon Conod of
Tillsonburg riding Invitemetotheparty 1st under
Judge Crowley and Joshua Burnett of Belwood
riding Still Dont Know receiving 1st under Judge
Tabb.
The Western Pleasure Classes had good
showings as well with 23 in the Green Western
Pleasure, 10 in the Novice Youth Western Pleasure, 18 in the Novice Amateur Western Pleasure, 11 in the Amateur All Age Western Pleasure, 6 in the Select Amateur Western Pleasure
and 14 entries in the Senior Western Pleasure.
Entries dropped in the last few pleasure classes
with the storm and having to move inside. The
Green Western Pleasure was won by BB Krymsum owned by Rebecca Bailey of Batavia, Ohio
ridden by Dwayne Pickard under Judge Tabb and
also earning 1st in the Junior under Judge Crowley Good Deal Better owned by Lynda Armstrong of Stayner earned 1st in the Green Western Pleasure under Judge Crowley and 2nd under
Judge Tabb. Miss My Chex owned by Barbara
MacDonald of York and ridden by Mike Rapley
was 1st in the Junior Western Pleasure under
Judge Tabb. The Novice Amateur Western Pleasure was won by RR Make It Potential owned
and ridden by Laura Kaufman under Judge Crowley. Debb Pittel of Dresden riding Sweet Talkin
Cas was 1st under Judge Tabb and 2nd under
Judge Crowley in the Novice Amateur Western
Little Pokemon owned by Janet Fowler and Ridden by Rick Fleetwood was 1st under Judge
Tabb and 2nd Judge Crowley in the Senior Western Pleasure. Good Whoopi owned and ridden
by Crosby Boyd of Washington Township,
Michigan was 1st under Judge Crowley. Good
Deal Better owned by Lynda Armstrong of
Stayner won 2nd under both judges in the Green
Western Pleasure ridden by Dave Aitchison.
Novice Youth Western Pleasure with 10 entries
as well as the Youth All Age Western Pleasure
was won by Zippos Hot Fiddle owned and ridden
by Vanessa Mayrand of St. Felix De Valois, Quebec as well as winning the Novice Youth Horsemanship under both judges out of 13 entries and
a 1st and 2nd in the 14 – 18 Horsemanship.
Four $50.00 Cash Draws were held on the
weekend. Jim Conod of Tillsonburg and Carlie
Giles of Ariss were the Winners on Saturday with
Vanessa Mayrand of St. Felix DeValois, Quebec
and Emily Phillips of Kincardine the Winners on
Sunday.
Laser Engraved Western Theme Chairs
were presented to The High Point All Around
Amateur, Select Amateur, Youth 14-18, and
Youth 13 & Under. The High Point Select Amateur was by Sherry Newbigging of Cambridge
showing For The General. High Point All Around
Amateur was Emily Phillips of Kincardine showing RL A Chip High Point All Around Youth 13
& Under was Rianna Storey of Cambridge showing Ima Raven Star; High Point Youth 14 – 18
was Kristy Beck of Chatham with No Doubt A
Dee Bar. An Embroidered Horse Blanket was
awarded to the High Point Novice Youth, Vanessa Mayrand of St.-Felix-De-Valois, Quebec with
her horse, Zippos Hot Fiddle. Vanessa and her
family attended the show for the first time on
their way to Carp. An Embroidered Horse Blanket was also presented to the High Point Novice
Amateur, Shirley Conod of Tillsonburg showing
Invitemetotheparty.
The weather did not cooperate this weekend as hot humid weather made way for thunderstorms and high winds on Sunday afternoon.
With a fast approaching storm, most exhibitors
made their way to cover in the arena. Unfortunately one horse bolted before they got to the
arena and the owner suffered a rope burn and
some minor cuts and bruises with the horse having several small cuts. Later it was discovered
that a twister touched down only 15 minutes
north of the fairgrounds in Clandeboye.
The next Area 1 Circuit will be held the last
weekend in July beginning with the OQHA All
Novice Show on Friday, July 25. The Novice
Show will feature FREE CLINICS, Great Class
Prizes, a Welcome Gift for Every Exhibitor, A
Chance to Win a Tex Tan Western Show Saddle
plus a slot in the Pat Carter Trail Challenge Tim
Kimura Clinic for a lucky Novice Youth
Exhibitor. Area 1 Sunsational Summer Circuit
will offer a Complimentary Corn and Wiener
Roast on the Saturday Evening with the Annual
Dog Races and Doggie Trail. Those Novice
Exhibitors showing at both the OQHA All
Novice Show and the Area 1 Sunsational Summer Circuit will receive complimentary Gas Gift
Cards courtesy of Area 1. The next circuit will
also feature a “DEAN BATTON MEMORIAL”
High Point Junior Western Pleasure Horse and a
“LEON PAROIAN MEMORIAL” High Point
Novice Youth Award.
JULY 2008 THE RIDER / 35
Eastern Ontario Quarter Horse Association
2007 Executive & Board of Directors
President: Kathy Larouche (613) 258-3153
Vice President/Secretary: Shawna Crawford
Past President: Brandon Suckow (613) 735-8903
Director of Future Development:
Sheryl Chillson (613) 348-3906
Treasurer/ Stalls/ Points: Dianne Runtz (613) 623-3540
Youth Director: Laurie Haughton (613) 301-6979
Directors:
Website & Promotions/ Sponsorship:
Laurie Haughton
(613) 301-6979
Len Hitsman
Debbie Haughton
Diana Hellyer
Cheryl Norris
Tausha Hellyer
Mary Lou Spaul
Barb Downer
Gilles Seguin
Caitlin
Gifford
NSBA at
The Sizzler
Congratulations
EOQHA would like to congratulate Kathy Larouche on the qualification of her
horse Grace N Moxie in Junior Hunter Under Saddle for the 2008 AQHA World
Show.
EOQHA would also like to Congratulate Michelle Papp on the completion of
her stallion The Way You Move’s ROM this year at EOQHA’s first two show circuits. As of June 15th The
Way You Move is also
listed as tied for 2nd
through 5th spot in the
NSBA national standings
for shows included up to
April 16, 2008 in the
Maturity Open Hunter
Under Saddle.
EOQHA is pleased to announce an expansion of
our NSBA partnership for the 2008 EOQHA Summer
Sizzler.
August 1 & 2 of the EOQHA Sizzler will be dual
approved with 2 sets of NSBA points. $500 will be
added to the Junior Hunter Under Saddle & Western
Please. $500 will also be added to the Senior Hunter
Under Saddle & Western Pleasure. In addition EOQHA
will offer a NSBA Futurity Jackpot for 2yr old Hunter
Under Saddle & Western Pleasure.
NSBA point classes will be offered to Novice
Amateur, Amateur, & Select Amateur Western Pleasure,
Hunter Under Saddle, & Trail. Open Trail & Western
Riding, and Amateur Western Riding.
Far Left: Andrew Dewar
onboard The Way You
Move
Photo by Lone Oak
Equine Photography
Spring Fling Re-Cap!
EOQHA kicked off its 2008-show season this past
weekend! Though Mother Nature was not always smiling
on us, it was a show for the history books! With an average of 374 entries per judge, this made our 2008 Spring
Fling our second largest show since 2000, just missing
topping our 2004 show by a handful of entries per judge!
It was great to see so many new faces at the show,
especially in the youth events! The first EOQHA Youth
meeting was held on Saturday afternoon, and some very
interesting and different activities were discussed, stay
tuned for further developments!
We had record attendance at the 2007 Banquet held
Saturday night with over 140 people enjoying the chicken
& beef dinner provided by Fadi’s Fabulous Foods. Following the meal, awards were handed out to the 2007
year end winners. Class winners were presented with decorative wooden tables and party trays. Overall champions
received gorgeous Montana Silversmiths Clocks and Statues. We would like to give special thanks to Ray Laviolette of Circle R Saddlery for his assistance in helping the
committee choose the awards and also for his generous
donation, helping make these awards possible.
Each EOQHA 2007 award winner had their picture
taken with Two Bits that AQHYA mascot, who arrived
Thursday night from Amarillo Texas. A special thank you
Scott Loomis of Waddington New York for “stabbling”
Two Bits for a few days. After the awards Two Bits posed
for pictures with other EOQHA members and handed out
Equine Canada “Horse Week” buttons in honour of the
week long national celebration which began Saturday and
runs through to June 7.
Caitlin Gifford received the 2007 EOQHA Good
Will Award in appreciation for all her dedication and
assistance helping EOQHA last year. This award is given
out annually to a non board member whose volunteerism
was key to that year’s success. Ron & Colby Walkey
were the first recipients of a new award presented in
memory of the late EOQHA past president Bill Borland.
The award will be given annually to an individual or family who have contributed significantly to EOQHA, and
went above and beyond. This new award is sponsored by
the Hitsman family and friends of Bill. Following the
Left: Kathy Larouche
onboard Grace N Moxie
EOQHA Announces A New Partnership with
Whitely Insurance and Financial Services
Ashley Dee one of 10 youth recognized through the
EOQHA Youth Honour Roll Program at the 2007
EOQHA awards banquet.
Photo by: Lone Oak Photography
awards “UNWOUND” took to the stage and provided
excellent music for the remainder of the evening.
It was a special weekend for EOQHA’s youth
assisting The Children’s Wish Foundation of Canada in
the granting an eight-year-old Ottawa girl her “horse
wish”. The special event was featured on CTV, visit
the EOQHA FaceBook group to view it.
Full show results and All Around results for individual judges and circuit winners are now posted on
the EOQHA awards page of eoqha.com . Thank you to
the Dave & Dianne Runtz for sponsoring the 2008
EOQHA Spring Fling circuit awards.
EOQHA proud to
introduce Whitley Insurance and Financial Services as sponsors of the
2008 EOQHA Summer
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champion of every class
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for the 2008 Season
EOQHA would like to welcome
Lone Oak Equine Photography as our
official photographer at our 2008 shows.
As well we would like to thank Mary for
her sponsorship and participation in cov-
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2008 June Classic a Record Breaker!
So far this season favorable weather has not been 100% on
our side- but despite having to cancel our show on Sunday due to
heavy storm activity featuring rain and hail, the 2008 EOQHA
June Classic topped our previous record set in 2004 and made this
year our biggest June Classic ever!
Being big has a down side to a single day show however,
with over a 100 entries more then our average number of entries
for a one day show - Friday featured Horsemanship by moonlight
with a late 9:30 pm finish time.
EOQHA would like to thanks Miller’s Wheel Alignment
Ltd. for sponsoring the Saturday night BBQ. The night featured a
silent auction hosted by EOQHA and entertainment in the form of
timed bobbing for apples run by the youth as a fundraiser. Vanessa
Raymand with a time of 9.94 seconds was our champion apple
bobber and won the teen division. Jamie Norris and Shareese Rei-
vate tied with a time of 10.04 and had to have a “bob off”. Jamie
landed the second place spot over all and also won the best adult
time award. Shareese won the award for best 10 & under time.
Prizes were sponsored by Epona PR.
50/50 draws were held Friday & Saturday with Lise Laviolette & the Wellsey family being the lucky winners. Many thanks
to Alex & Kyle Berwick, Jarred & Dawson Baker, & Justin
Downer for doing an outstanding job selling tickets!
EOQHA would like to thank all those who donated and bid
on their silent auction, funds raised will go to support the many
social activities that EOQHA hosts through out the year.
Congratulations to Janet Deschambault and Customized Iron
on earning the required points this past weekend to qualify for
both the AQHA & Select World Shows in Performance Halter
Geldings!
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Ajax Downs Classic Rockish
Rolls To 1st Stakes Win
Rockish pulled away late to assure victory in the $54,200 Ajax Downs Classic on June
1st at Ajax Downs, earning his black type.
The 4 yr. old gelding finished he 330
yard race in 16.6 seconds, clocking a 103 speed
index. He picked up his fourth overall win in
16 lifetime starts for his owners at Full Circle
Racing.
Ralph and Carolyn Fales bred the gelding
by Rocky Jones out of A Mere Formality.
Greg Watson trained Rockish for jockey
Ramon Dominquez, who steered the gelding to
a wire-to-wire victory.
Rockish broke from the six hole in front,
held a 3/4 length lead at first call and finished
by a margin of 1 1/2 lengths.
He banked $21,680, improving his lifetime earnings to $40,245.
A Mere Formality, the dam of Rockish, is
by Leaving Memories out of Amira, by
Beduino. The dam won two races in 23 starts,
collecting more than $9,000 for her career.
She produced three foals, tow of which have
starts to the credit. Allshewants, Rochish’s
half-sister, has tallied two top three finishes in
stakes events. Rockish, however, is the first of
the brood to earn black type.
Special Sultry Miss (Eyesa Special-Special Heart) finished second. Christine Tavares
is the owner and Joe Tavares, the Trainer.
Brian Bell did the riding. Heart Driven (StoliEmotions Run High) placed third for owner
Roger Girared. Clint Crawford did the prep
work for jockey Mike Mehak.
The remaining order of finish saw Reckless Bug (Reckless Dash-Shawne Sweet)
fourth, followed by Illbegoneinajazz (Jazzing
Hi-Likeachicillbegone), Johnny R Smith (Rare
Jet Extremes-Rennie Smith), Hurricane Junos
Back (Junos Back - Hurricane Caleigh) and
Marked COD (Star Fire Dash- Shes Marked
Special).
6/ Panther Bear, DeSouza / Procter, Owner: Procter, Wayne/Carol
7/ A Chick in Traffic, MacLaren / Kellar, Owner: Paiement, Josee
Race #3 - 3 Yr Old. Maple Leaf Derby #3, 300 yds, 15.75, SI: 87,
$8,000.00
1/ Lady Pagrana, Mehak / Bourgeois, Owner: Heste Sport Inc
2/ Speedy Icon, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
3/ Jess Im Hot, Ito / Reid, Owner: Smorenburg, Larry
4/ Cash In The Meter, McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Paquin, Guylaine
5/ Hemis Lil Sis, Phillips / Wood, Owner: Romain, Mel
6/ Hi Class Shine, Walton / Robertson, Owner: Hunter, Steve
7/ Sammies Big Money, Dominguez / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, C/Picov
Cattle
8/ Furhsur, Cutajar / Reid, Owner: Reid, Brenda
Race #4 - 3 Yr Old. Maple Leaf Futurity Trial #4, 300 yds, 15.62, SI: 91,
$8,000.00
1/ Fast Rigadoon, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, C/Picov Cattle
2/ Breakaway Bashka, Ito / Reid, Owner: Wincikaby, Richard
3/ Zoomin After Midnite, McInerney / Reid, Owner: Boucher, M & Parks,
D
4/ Sharon My Shake, Bennett / Crawford, Owner: Girard, Roger
5/ Two Step Money, Cutajar / Reid, Owner: Ivy Lane Racing
6/ I Wanna Zoom, DeSouza / Procter, Owner: Procter, Wayne/Carol
7/ Mojo Jones, Raekelboom / Todd, Owner: McNichol, G & Krolcyk, J
Race #5 - 3 Yr old. Maple Leaf Derby Trial #5, 300 yds, 15.39, SI: 99,
$8,000.00
1/ Destin Hurricane, Ito / Reid, Owner: Ivy Lane Racing
2/ Eyesa Quick, Raekelboom / Todd, Owner: McNichol, Gary & Marlene
3/ Dales Royal Dash, Walton / Baker, Owner: Campitelli, Lena
4/ Missjesstic Perry, McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Spada, Peter/Craig
5/ Kiss The Corona, Dominguez / Watson, Owner: Wilkett, James
6/ Gol Crease, Phillips / Lehtinen, Owner: Lehtinen, Erik/Joyce
7/ CY Snow Baby Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
Race #6 - 3 Yr Old. Maple Leaf Derby Trial #6, 300 yds, 15.47, SI: 96,
$8,000.00
1/ Contenders Flash (APHA), Daigrepont / Cheetham, Owner: Dream
Chaser Farm
2/ This is Debt, Phillips / Wood, Owner: Farrell, William (Bill)
3/ Let Loose, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, C/Picov Cattle
4/ Carlos Avenger, Bennett / Crawford, Owner: Girard, Roger
5/ La Ramera, McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Spada, Peter/Craig
6/ Magic Ta Fame, Ito / Reid, Owner: Farrell, Brian
7/ Box Fulla Rhythm, DeSouza / Robertson, Owner: Robertson, Carol
Race #7 - 3 Yr old. Maiden. 250 yds, 13.49, SI: 94, $8,000.00
1/ Evict, McInerney / Rundle, Owner: Rundle, Kevin/Lori
2/ You Wrang, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
3/ Windy Cartel, Dominguez / Cruwys, Owner: Cruwys, Rachel
4/ Look At Magics Form, Mehak / Bourgeois, Owner: Bourgeois,
Chantelle
5/ A Dash N Stawfly, Phillips / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
6/ Only Joking, DeSouza / Procter, Owner: Procter, Wayne/Carol
7/ Need Cash For Boots, Cutajar / Lehtinen, Owner: Egerton, George/Gloria
8/ You Owe Me One, MacLaren / Thompson, Owner: Thompson, Jim
Race #8 - 3 Yr Old & Older. Claiming $7,500, 250 yds, 13.35, SI: 10,
$6,000.00
1/ Holland Style, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, C/Picov Cattle
2/ Redwood River (APHA), Dominguez / Slater, Owner: Slater, William
3/ First Rare Pie, Walton / Wood, Owner: Farrell, William (Bill)
4/ Kickin Texas (APHA), Phillips / Wood, Owner: Burnie, Kim
5/ Caraways Ugotalovem, DeSouza / Procter, Owner: Procter,
Wayne/Carol
Race #9 - 2 Yr old. Maiden. 250 yds, 13.63, SI: 88, $8,000.00
1/ Splash in the Lake, Phillips / Wood, Owner: Farrell, Brian
Race #1 - 3 Yr Old. Maple Leaf Derby Trial #1, 300 yds, 15.73, SI: 87, 2/ GW Goodbye Heartache, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
3/ Cash For Coronas, Daigrepont / Cheetham, Owner: Dream Chaser Farm
$8,000.00
4/ Eyesa Quick Glass, Walton / Todd, Owner: McNichol, Gary & Marlene
1/ Overhauler, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
5/ Retro Rentry, McInerney / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
2/ Colonel Shazoom, Bennett / Crawford, Owner: Girard, Roger
6/ Britt Junior, DeSouza / Robertson, Owner: Robertson, Carol
3/ Feature Lucy, McInerney / ReidvIvy Lane Racing
4/ Royal Evening Dash, Phillips / Wood, Owner: Baynes, Clarence
5/ Bottoms Up Corona, Ito / Reid, Owner: Ito, Donald M
Race #1 - 4 Yr Old & Older. Ajax Downs, Classic Trial #1, 330 yds,
6/ Iced N Oak, Dominguez / Watson, Owner: Full Circle Racing
7/ North Of Seven, Raekelboom / Todd, Owner: McNichol, Gary & Mar- 16.73, SI: 98, $8,000.00
1/ Marked COD, Ito / Reid, Owner: Bailey, R & Parks, D
lene
Race #2 - 3 Yr Old. Maple Leaf Derby Trial #2, 300 yds, 15.53, SI: 94, 2/ Heart Driven, Bennett / Crawford, Owner: Girard, Roger
3/ Illbegoneinajazz, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
$8,000.00
4/ Rising Up The Charts, Mehak / Bourgeois, Owner: Atto, John&Heste
1/ First Kool Money, Ito / Reid, Owner: Taggart, William (Bill)
Sport Inc
2/ PC Hanna Hill, Bennett / Crawford, Owner: Girard, Roger
5/ GH Rakin In The Cash, McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Spada, Peter/Craig
3/ Stoli Wear, McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Laszlo, Sandra
6/ Stolis Doll, Cutajar / Reid, Owner: Ivy Lane Racing
4/ Ima Runnin Stoli, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
7/ Whatasplashheis, Raekelboom / Todd, Owner: McNichol, Gary & Mar5/ El Night Shift, Dominguez / Slater, Owner: Slater, Marguerite
May 11, 2008
Race #1 - 3 Yr Old. Maiden, 250 yds, 0.00, SI: nt, $8,000.00
1/ Highland Village, McInerney / Broadstock, Owner: Broadstock, Marie
2/ This is Debt, Phillips / Wood, Owner: Farrell, William (Bill)
3/ Lucky Eyes, Walton / Baker, Owner: Walton, Howard
4/ Dashs Special Cheque, Cutajar / Rundle, Owner: Rundle, Kevin/Lori
5/ Panther Bear, DeSouza / Procter, Owner: Procter, Wayne/Carol
Race #2 - 3 Year Old Maiden, 250 yds, 13.93, SI: 76, $8,000.00
1/ Special Country Song, Dominguez / Watson, Owner: Giles, Dan &
Schrama,
2/ Aseah, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
3/ Mojo Jones, Raekelboom / Todd, Owner: McNichol, G & Krolcyk, J
4/ A Chick in Traffic, DeSouza / Kellar, Owner: Paiement, Josee
Race #3 - 3 Year Old. Non Winners of 2 Lifetime, 250 yds, 13.69, SI: 86,
$8,000.00
1/ Overhauler, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
2/ Chicks Feature, Jess McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Spada, Peter/Craig
3/ Casting Couch, Walton / Broadstock, Owner: Maki, Masi
4/ Hemis Lil Sis, Phillips / Wood, Owner: Romain, Mel
5/ I Wanna Zoom, DeSouza / Procter, Owner: Procter, Wayne/Carol
Race #4 - 4 Yr Old & Older. Non Winner 2 Lifetime, 250 yds, 13.28, SI:
10, $8,000.00
1/ Rockish, Dominguez / Watson, Owner: Full Circle Racing
2/ Leava Big Tip, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
3/ Lucky Eye Opener, Walton / Baker, Owner: Walton, Howard
4/ Special Cash Colours, Raekelboom / Marcoux, Owner: Marcoux, Nadia
5/ Kitarisa, Phillips / Wood, Owner: Romain, Mel
6/ Fast To Plan, DeSouza / Procter, Owner: Procter, Wayne/Carol
7/ Resistive Frankie, McInerney / Kellar, Owner: Sweenie, Helen
Race #5 - 4 Yr Old & Older. SI Never >90, 250 yds, 13.53, SI: 92,
$8,000.00
1/ Pretty Task Time, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
2/ Moneys Up, Dominguez / Watson, Owner: Keeble, Tom & Stephanie
3/ Fishers Easy Time, Ito / Reid, Owner: Ito, Donald M
4/ Kissable Queen, DeSouza / Kellar, Owner: Paiement, Josee
5/ Waseca, Cutajar / Reid, Owner: Ivy Lane Racing
6/ Black Zara, Mehak / Bourgeois, Owner: Heste Sport Inc
Race #6 - 4 Yr Old & Older. SI Never >100, 250 yds, 13.53, SI: 92,
$8,000.00
1/ La Jolla Belle, Ito / Reid, Owner: Ivy Lane Racing
2/ Pure D Mitchell, Phillips / Lehtinen, Owner: Lehtinen, Erik/Joyce
3/ Makeit Verona (APHA), Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
4/ Secret Indulgence, Dominguez / Watson, Owner: Full Circle Racing
5/ Two Tickets South, Walton / Baker, Owner: Baker, Les
6/ Smash The Form, Mehak / Bourgeois, Owner: Bourgeois, Chantelle
Race #7 - 4 Yr Old & Older. SI Never > 100, 250 yds, 13.51, SI: 93,
$8,000.00
1/ Fishers Dashing Dash, Ito / Reid, Owner: Ivy Lane Racing
2/ Maws Gray Needles, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
3/ Eyes In Overdrive, McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Paquin, G & Laszlo, S
4/ JB Claire, Phillips / Marcoux, Owner: McCracken, Willis
5/ Cheque For A Million, Cutajar / Rundle, Owner: Rundle, Kevin/Lori
6/ Juno Dancing, Walton / Broadstock, Owner: Broadstock, Marie
7/ Ollys Chicklet, DeSouza / Procter, Owner: Procter, Wayne/Carol
Race #8 - 4 Yr Old & Older. Open, 250 yds, 13.28, SI: 10, $10,000.00
1/ Vital Drive, McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Laszlo, Sandra
2/ Into Fast, Dominguez / Watson, Owner: McIntyre, Dave
3/ The Choochinator, Walton / Broadstock, Owner: Broadstock, Marie
4/ Sundance Satin, Ito / Reid, Owner: Ivy Lane Racing
5/ Caraways Mr Native, DeSouza / Procter, Owner: Procter, Wayne/Carol
6/ Five Star Dash, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
May 18, 2008
May 19, 2008
PRESIDENT
VICE-PRESIDENT
Bob Broadstock
18101 Cedardale Road,
Nestleton, Ontario L0B 1L0
(905) 986-0044
email: bob_broadstock@hotmail.com
Erik Lehtinen
RR #2,
Uxbridge, Ontario
L9P 1R2
(905) 852-5245
Jim Prosser
3 Brewster Road,
Uxbridge, Ontario
L9P 1R2
(416) 428-8912
Steve Hunter
231485 County Road 24,
Grand Valley, Ontario
L6X 2P5
(519) 928-5209
Maple Leaf Derby First Kool Money Lives Up To Name
First Kool Money reached her first
stakes race victory of the year, winning the
$44,800 Maple Leaf Derby in resounding
fashion on June 1st at Ajax Downs.
The filly, by First Smart Money, Out of
Kool Kinda Star, also won the All Canadian
Futurity and the Alex Picov Memorial Futurity last year. She has eight wins in 11 career
starts for owner/breeder, Bill Taggart.
First Kool Money broke from the five
hole and led the 300 yard event from wire to
wire. She held a 1/4 length advantage at first
call, led by a length at the stretch and crossed
the finish line with a commanding 1 1/2
length lead.
The 3 yr. old filly posted a 105 speed
index, finishing the race in 15.23 seconds.
The first place purse of $17,920 boosted her
lifetime bankroll to $119,977. Ito Kim did
the riding for Taggart and trainer Don Reid.
Kool Kinda Star, the dam of First Kool
Money, had an impressive racing career of
her own. She won 11 of 27 lifetime starts including the All Canadian Futurity in 1997,
lene
8/ Credit to Magic, Daigrepont / Cheetham, Owner: Dream Chaser Farm
Race #2 - 4 Yr Old & Older. Ajax Downs, Classic Trial 2, 330 yds, 16.84,
SI: 95, $8,000.00
1/ Is It Real, Dominguez / Lehtinen, Owner: Lehtinen, Erik/Joyce
2/ Run Donnie Run, Walton / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
3/ La Jolla Belle, Ito / Reid, Owner: Ivy Lane Racing
4/ Shake N Streak, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
5/ Strawflyin Wish, McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Behan, Tom
6/ Kitarisa, Phillips / Wood, Owner: Romain, Mel
7/ Kissable Queen, MacLaren / Kellar, Owner: Paiement, Josee
8/ Sweep The Leg Johnny, Bennett / Crawford, Owner: Girard, Roger
Race #3 - 4 Yr Old & Older. Ajax Downs, Classic Trial 3, 330 yds, 16.59,
SI: 10, $8,000.00
1/ Special Sultry Miss, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
2/ Hurricane Junos Back, Dominguez / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
3/ Johnny R Smith, Bennett / Crawford, Owner: Girard, Roger
4/ I Cry Too, Ito / Reid, Owner: Reid, Scott
5/ Marked In Stone, McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Spada, Peter/Craig
6/ Streakin Past Ya, Phillips / Wood, Owner: Drake, Kevin
7/ The Choochinator, Walton / Broadstock, Owner: Broadstock, Marie
8/ Jarrett Classy Mon, MacLaren / Kellar, Owner: Paiement, Josee
Race #4 - 4 Yr Old & Older. Ajax Downs, Classic Trial 4, 330 yds, 16.73,
SI: 98, $8,000.00
1/ Reckless Bug McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Paquin, Guylaine
2/ Theygotthehotsforme Mehak / Cruwys, Owner: Cruwys, Rachel
3/ This Okeys No Fool Bennett / Crawford, Owner: Girard, Roger
4/ Secret Indulgence Dominguez / Watson, Owner: Full Circle Racing
5/ Truly A Favorite Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
6/ Lucky Eye Opener Walton / Baker, Owner: Walton, Howard
7/ Fire Finder Raekelboom / Todd, Owner: McNichol, Gary & Todd,
Alan
8/ Fishers Dashing Dash Ito / Reid, Owner: Ivy Lane Racing
Race #5 - 4 Yr Old & Older. Ajax Downs, Classic Trial 5, 330 yds, 16.72,
SI: 99, $8,000.00
1/ Rockish, Dominguez / Watson, Owner: Full Circle Racing
2/ Chase Yo Mama, Bennett / Crawford, Owner: Girard, Roger
3/ Lucrative Eye, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
4/ Blacks Dimples, Mehak / Bourgeois, Owner: Bourgeois, Chantelle
5/ Two Tickets South, Walton / Baker, Owner: Baker, Les
6/ Gotta Blazin Body, Raekelboom / Todd, Owner: McNichol, Gary &
Marlene
7/ Ollys Chicklet, DeSouza / Procter, Owner: Procter, Wayne/Carol
8/ Stamps Three, Ito / Reid, Owner: Ivy Lane Racing
Race #6 - 3 Yr Old. Non Winners of 2 Lifetime, 300 yds, 15.26, SI: 10,
$8,000.00
1/ Dashers Six, Bennett / Crawford, Owner: Girard, Roger
2/ Wild Boyz, Raekelboom / Todd, Owner: McNichol, Gary & Marlene
3/ Chicks Feature Jess, McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Spada, Peter/Craig
4/ Corona Coco, Dominguez / Cruwys, Owner: Cruwys, Rachel
5/ Play Patty Cake, Walton / Broadstock, Owner: Broadstock, Marie
6/ Shake Em Chicks, Phillips / Wood, Owner: Farrell, William (Bill)
7/ Magic Dash of Ease, Mehak / Bourgeois, Owner: Atto, John&Heste
Sport Inc
Race #7 - 4 Yr Old & Older. Si Never> 90, 300 yds, 15.52, SI: 94,
$5,500.00
1/ Fishers Easy Time, Ito / Reid, Owner: Ito, Donald M
2/ First Eye Jo, Phillips / Wood, Owner: Farrell, William (Bill)
3/ Waseca, Cutajar / Reid, Owner: Ivy Lane Racing
4/ Special Task Time, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
5/ Strickly Striking, McInerney / Broadstock, Owner: Maki, Masi
6/ Fast To Plan, DeSouza / Procter, Owner: Procter, Wayne/Carol
7/ Black Zara Walton / Bourgeois, Owner: Heste Sport Inc
8/ Blacks Little Lady, Mehak / Bourgeois, Owner: Bourgeois, Chantelle
Race #8 - Touched By The Moon, 300 yds, 15.34, SI: 10, $10,000.00
1/ Touched By The Moon Ito / Reid, Owner: Ivy Lane Racing
2/ Sheza Dashing Rascal Bennett / Crawford, Owner: Girard, Roger
3/ Wreckless Relagate McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: North Wind Rcng
Stbls Ont
4/ Sydneys Itll Do DeSouza / Crawford, Owner: Girard, Roger
5/ Gracefully Modest Walton / Todd, Owner: Todd, Alan
Race #9 - 2 Yr Old Maiden, 250 yds, 13.61, SI: 89, $8,000.00
1/ Your Agouti, Raekelboom / Todd, Owner: McNichol, Gary & Marlene
2/ Jesshazoom, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
3/ Dianetobewitcha, Ito / Reid, Owner: Ivy Lane Racing
4/ Primo Dash, Phillips / Wood, Owner: Baynes, Clarence
5/ Cotton Country, Mehak / Todd, Owner: McNichol, Gary & Marlene
6/ Executive Girl, Walton / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
7/ The Dream Extreme, Daigrepont / Cheetham, Owner: Dream Chaser
and earned more than $20,000 for her career.
Also owned by Taggart, the dam was bred by
Brenda Taggart and is by Star Fire Dash out
of Kool It Yawl, by By Yawl. Kool Kinda
Star has three foals, two of which race.
One Kool Bud, First Kool Money’s
half-sister, won three
stakes races as part of 10 victories. Eyesa
Quick (Eyesa Special-Quick Glass) placed
second for owners Gary and Marlene McNichol. Alan Todd is the trainer. Michelle
Raekelboom was in the irons. Destin Hurricane (The Corona - Shez A Bum) finished
third for his owners, Ivy Lane Racing. Reid
also prepped Destin Hurricane, which had
John McInerney in the irons.
The remaining order of finish was Overhauler (Dashin Is Easy - Elusive Martini),
Fast Rigadoon (Heza Fast Man-A Faster Rabbit), Contenders Flash (Special Contender Katiewantsafastone), Breakaway Bashka (Star
FIre Dash-Hillbilly Marshall) and This Is
Debt (Royal Evening Snow - Pipe Dream Bailey)
Farm
8/ One Night Trick, McInerney / Lehtinen, Owner: Lehtinen, Erik/Hunter,
S
May 5, 2008
Race #1 - 3 Yr Old. Maiden, 300 yds, 15.88, SI: 82, $7,000.00
1/ Lucky Eyes, Walton / Baker, Owner: Walton, Howard
2/ Domingas Fire, Dominguez / Rundle, Owner: Rundle, Kevin/Lori
3/ Panther Bear, DeSouza / Procter, Owner: Procter, Wayne/Carol
4/ Furhsur, Ito / Reid, Owner: Reid, Brenda
5/ Two Step Money, Cutajar / Reid, Owner: Ivy Lane Racing
6/ Moonstruck LaJolla(APHA), McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Paquin, Guylaine
7/ Wac Wac Dey He Go, Bennett / Crawford, Owner: Girard, Roger
8/ You Owe Me One, MacLaren / Thompson, Owner: Thompson, Jim
Race #2 - 3 Yr old Non Win of 2 Lifetime SI: Never>85, 300 yds, 0.00, SI:
86, $7,500.00
1/ Shake Em Chicks, Phillips / Wood, Owner: Farrell, William (Bill)
2/ Aseah, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
3/ Gol Crease, MacLaren / Lehtinen, Owner: Lehtinen, Erik/Joyce
4/ Jess Im Hot, Cutajar / Reid, Owner: Smorenburg, Larry
5/ Casting Couch, Walton / Broadstock, Owner: Maki, Masi
6/ Special Country Song, Dominguez / Watson, Owner: Giles, Dan &
Schrama,
Race #3 - 3 Yr Old & Older. Claiming $7,500, 300 yds, 15.83, SI: 84,
$7,500.00
1/ Makeit Verona (APHA), Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
2/ Juno Dancing, Walton / Broadstock, Owner: Broadstock, Marie
3/ First Rare Pie, Daigrepont / Wood, Owner: Farrell, William (Bill)
4/ Kickin Texas (APHA), Phillips / Wood, Owner: Burnie, Kim
5/ FF Easy Doz It (APHA), McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Paquin, Guylaine
6/ Caraways Jess In Love, DeSouza / Procter, Owner: Procter,
Wayne/Carol
7/ Looks Doit, Bennett / Crawford, Owner: Girard, Roger
8/ Countmocho Man (APHA), Raekelboom / Slater, Owner: Slater,
William
Race #4 - 3 Yr Old & Older. Si Never > 90, 300 yds, 15.85, SI: 83,
$6,000.00
1/ Cash In The Meter McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Paquin, G & Laszlo, S
2/ Speedy Icon Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
3/ North Of Seven Raekelboom / Todd, Owner: McNichol, Gary & Marlene
Race #5 - 3 Yr Old & Older. Si Never >90, 300 yds, 15.89, SI: 82,
$6,000.00
1/ Zoomin After Midnite Ito / Reid, Owner: Boucher, M & Parks, D
2/ El Night Shift Dominguez / Slater, Owner: Slater, Marguerite
3/ Ima Runnin Stoli Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
4/ Play Patty Cake Walton / Broadstock, Owner: Broadstock, Marie
5/ Blacks Little Lady Mehak / Bourgeois, Owner: Bourgeois, Chantelle
Race #6 - 3 Yr Old & Older. Si Never > 100, 300 yds, 15.81, SI: 85,
$7,000.00
1/ Pure D Quick Six, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
2/ Fire Finder, Walton / Todd, Owner: McNichol, Gary & Todd, Alan
3/ Magic Ta Fame, Ito / Reid, Owner: Farrell, Brian
4/ Eyes In Overdrive, McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Paquin, G & Laszlo, S
5/ Letters to Delta, Bennett / Crawford, Owner: Girard, Roger
6/ Streakin Past Ya, Phillips / Wood, Owner: Drake, Kevin
7/ Pure D Mitchell, Dominguez / Lehtinen, Owner: Lehtinen, Erik/Joyce
Race #7 - 3 Yr Old & Older. SI Never >100, 300 yds, 15.58, SI: 92,
$7,000.00
1/ Lucrative Eye, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
2/ Babydoll La Jolla, Bennett / Crawford, Owner: Girard, Roger
3/ Watch I Can Fly, Walton / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
4/ Treasured Rock (APHA), Daigrepont / Cheetham, Owner: Dream Chaser Farm
5/ Smash The Form, Mehak / Bourgeois, Owner: Bourgeois, Chantelle
6/ JB Claire, Phillips / Marcoux, Owner: Chillvally Farm
7/ La Ramera, McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Spada, Peter/Craig
Race #8 - 3 Yr Old & Older. SI Never > 80, 300 yds, 16.40, SI: 65,
$5,000.00
1/ Well Hail, Ito / Reid, Owner: Ito, Donald M
2/ Struttinupanotch, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
3/ Jack in the Green, Raekelboom / Todd, Owner: McNichol, Gary &
Marlene
4/ Red Hot Kagi, Walton / Broadstock, Owner: Broadstock, Marie
5/ Dashs Special Cheque, McInerney / Rundle, Owner: Rundle,
Kevin/Lori
6/ One Slic Juno, MacLaren / Kellar, Owner: Sweenie, Helen
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38/ JULY 2008 THE RIDER
Canadian Ross Brigden is elected to AQHA’s Racing Council
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(Carberry, MB – June 29, 2008) – The
Canadian Quarter Horse Association
takes great pride in announcing that
CQHA Board member, Ross Brigden of
Medicine Hat, Alberta, has been elected
to the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) Racing Council. Brigden
is the first AQHA Director from outside
the United States to be elected to the
prestigious nine-member Racing Council, since its inception in 1989. Brigden
has represented Alberta on the AQHA’s
standing Racing Committee, since 2002.
The AQHA Racing Council meets
in person three times per year: at the
AQHA Annual Convention, during the
summer, and at the AQHA Racing Conference. Other meetings, as necessary,
are held by teleconference call. Racing
Council elections are held annually,
although the number of new members
elected each year depends on how many
staggered three-year terms have expired.
In 2008, three new Council members
were elected: Jeff Tebow, of Piedmont,
Oklahoma, Matt Witman of Guthrie,
Oklahoma, and Brigden. They will each
serve from June 1, 2008 to May 31,
2011. The current chair of the AQHA
Racing Council is Butch Hammer of
Norwalk, Iowa.
“Revamping the Graded Stakes
system and revamping the Speed Index
are two of the biggest challenges facing
the AQHA Racing Council right now”,
said Brigden. “The Council appointed
me to serve on the Graded Stakes Committee, and I’ll be traveling to Amarillo
this summer to participate in meetings to
work on these issues.”
Brigden was born and raised in
Kisbey, Saskatchewan, where his family
has farmed since 1882. He first moved
to Alberta as a teenager to work in the
Oil and Gas industry. “I became
involved in the Quarter Horse racing
industry some 30 years ago”, said Brigden. “My uncle, Dr. Al Davis, a veterinarian in Medicine Hat, introduced me
to it. I started out as an owner, and later
evolved into a breeder and trainer. During the racing season, I train on Alberta
tracks at Edmonton, Grande Prairie and
Lethbridge. In the off-season, I continue
to work in the service sector of the Oil
and Gas industry.”
“I’ve been fortunate to have a few
good race horses over the years, many in
partnership with others. One career
highlight has been owning, breeding and
racing Lady Of The Rockies, who won
the 2000 Canada Quarter Horse Cup
Futurity (RG3) which boasts an estimated gross purse of $100,000 each year.
We still own this mare and she’s
become a broodmare we keep yearround at Granada Farms in Wheelock,
Texas. This year, we sold a two-year-old
out of her, who qualified for the Remington Park Grade 1 Futurity and we’re
quite proud of that, too!” said Brigden,
who has won numerous race stakes and
futurities in Canada.
Ross and Joan Brigden have been
married for 32 years, and operate W.R.
Brigden Race Stable. They live on 40
acres at Medicine Hat where they layover their race horses in winter and may
breed six to ten mares each spring. The
Bridgens have one adult son, Graham,
with whom they are partners in a commercial cow/calf operation of about 300
head at Cypress Hills, Alberta.
Racing Quarter Horses have been
competing in Alberta since 1957, beginning at the Millarville racetrack. Brigden served three years as the president
of the Alberta Quarter Horse Racing
Association (AQHRA) and continues to
serve on the CQHA Board of Directors,
since his election as an AQHA Director
in 2002.
Wherever his travels may take
him, Ross Brigden’s passion for race
horses and his dedication to the international Quarter Horse racing industry will
be well received. CQHA President,
Marnie Somers said, “Alberta and Canada are fortunate to have Ross Brigden as
a goodwill ambassador and role model.
Hopefully he will inspire more Canadians to step up to the plate on behalf of
our horse industry.”
Photo courtesy of AQHRA
Ontario Quarter Horse Racing
Industry Development Program
Puts Ontario FIRST!
2008 Incentives for
Ontario Owners
Ontario Residency Bonus
$2,000 per race distributed to Ontario resident
owners, in the same percentage as the purse
(in Overnights and Stakes Trials)
First Time Starter Bonus
$500 per horse paid to Ontario resident owners
of horses starting for their first lifetime race at
Ajax Downs
Princess Stakes
A 2008 Futurity and a 2008 Derby restricted to
fillies owned by Ontario residents
2008 Incentives for
Ontario Horses
Ontario Bred/Ontario Foaled Purse Bonus
$3,500 per race distributed in the same percentage as the purse, to owners of
Ontario Bred and owners of Ontario Foaled horses in unrestricted overnights and
stakes trials
Breeders Awards
A pool of $400,000 distributed to the Breeder-of-Record of Ontario Bred, Ontario
Foaled and Ontario Sired horses finishing win, place, show (based on points)
Stallion Awards
A pool of $40,000 distributed to owners of Ontario Accredited sires of horses
finishing win, place, show (based on points)
Stakes Breeder and Stallion Bonuses
Bonuses paid to the Breeder-of-Record and to owners of Ontario Accredited Stallions for Ontario Bred, Ontario Foaled and Ontario Sired stakes winners
Restricted Stakes
Three stakes races restricted to Ontario Bred and Ontario Foaled horses
Get involved! Quarter Horse racing in Ontario has never been richer!
The Ontario Racing Commission is the Administrator
for the Ontario Quarter Horse Racing Industry Development Program
Visit us online at: www.ontarioracingcommission.ca
Quarter Horse Program Registry
Sandy Anthony, Coordinator
Tel: 416-213-0520
Fax: 416-213-7827
Email: qhprogram@ontarioracingcommission.ca
JULY 2008 THE RIDER /39
QROOI Results
Continued From Page 36.
Race #9 - 3 Yr Old & Older. Si Never >80, 300 yds, 15.95, SI: 80,
$5,000.00
1/ Exceptional Strawfly, Phillips / Cheetham, Owner: Dream Chaser Farm
2/ Highland Village, McInerney / Broadstock, Owner: Broadstock, Marie
3/ Blacks Special, Mehak / Bourgeois, Owner: Heste Sport Inc
4/ Speeding Locomotive, Walton / Broadstock, Owner: Broadstock, Marie
5/ Double D Piper, Daigrepont / Daigrepont, Owner: Shewfelt, Brian
June 1, 2008
Race #1 - 4 Yr Old & Older. Non Qualifers, Ajax Downs Classic, 330 yds,
16.88, SI: 94, $10,000.00
1/ Run Donnie Run, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
2/ Theygotthehotsforme, Dominguez / Cruwys, Owner: Cruwys, Rachel
3/ Chase Yo Mama, Bennett / Crawford, Owner: Girard, Roger
4/ La Jolla Belle, Daigrepont / Reid, Owner: Ivy Lane Racing
5/ I Cry Too, Ito / Reid, Owner: Reid, Scott
6/ Rising Up The Charts, Mehak / Bourgeois, Owner: Atto, John&Heste
Sport Inc
7/ This Okeys No Fool Phillips / Crawford, Owner: Girard, Roger
8/ Strawflyin Wish, McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Behan, Tom
Race #2 - 4 Yr Old & Older. Ajax Downs Classic, 330 yds, 16.60, SI: 10,
$54,200.00
1/ Rockish, Dominguez / Watson, Owner: Full Circle Racing
2/ Special Sultry Miss, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
3/ Heart Driven, Mehak / Crawford, Owner: Girard, Roger
4/ Reckless Bug, McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Paquin, Guylaine
5/ Illbegoneinajazz, Walton / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
6/ Johnny R Smith, Bennett / Crawford, Owner: Girard, Roger
7/ Hurricane Junos Back, Phillips / Tavares, Owner: Tavares,
Christine
8/ Marked COD, Ito / Reid, Owner: Bailey, R & Parks, D
Race #3 - Maple Leaf Futurity Trial #1, 300 yds, 16.00, SI: 78,
$8,000.00
1/ Executive Girl, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
2/ Fleet Markum, Griffith / Laszlo, Owner: Sommer, Dr. Gayle
3/ Retro Rentry, Phillips / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
4/ Bump N Fly, McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Spada,
Peter/Craig
5/ Britt Junior, Walton / Robertson, Owner: Robertson, Carol
6/ Canyon Pink, Raekelboom / Todd, Owner: McNichol, Gary
& Marlene
Race #4 - Maple Leaf Futurity Trial #2, 300 yds, 15.72, SI: 88,
$8,000.00
1/ Rona Mountain, Bennett / Crawford, Owner: Girard, Roger
2/ Chic Dashin Bye, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
3/ Bleu By You, Dominguez / Watson, Owner: Full Circle
Racing
4/ Your Agouti, Raekelboom / Todd, Owner: McNichol, Gary
& Marlene
5/ Missy Suspect, McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Spada,
Peter/Craig
6/ Jessshazoom, Phillips / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
7/ One Night Trick, Walton / Lehtinen, Owner: Lehtinen,
Erik/Hunter, S
8/ Fames Eyesa Special, Ito / Reid, Owner: Ivy Lane Racing
Race #5 - Maple Leaf Futurity Trial #3, 300 yds, 15.95, SI: 80,
$8,000.00
1/ Marching Silence, Raekelboom / Todd, Owner: McNichol,
Gary & Marlene
2/ Grabin The Cash, Walton / Lehtinen, Owner: Lehtinen,
Erik/Joyce
3/ GW Goodbye Heartache, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares,
Christine
4/ The Dream Extreme, Daigrepont / Cheetham, Owner:
Dream Chaser Farm
5/ Its Snowing On Me, Ito / Reid, Owner: Ivy Lane Racing
6/ La Rocka Jess, Phillips / Wood, Owner: Bergeron, Marie
Race #6 - Maple Leaf Futurity Trial #4, 300 yds, 15.96, SI: 80,
$8,000.00
1/ Brother Down, McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Laszlo, Sandra
2/ La Corona Gal, DeSouza / Robertson, Owner: Robertson,
Carol
3/ Cotton Country, Walton / Todd, Owner: McNichol, Gary &
Marlene
4/ Flyin Snitch, Raekelboom / Laszlo, Owner: Ariell Farms
5/ Heza Quick Six, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
6/ Imanamesomechick, Ito / Reid, Owner: Ivy Lane Racing
Race #7 - Maple Leaf Futurity Trial #5, 300 yds, 15.55, SI: 93,
$8,000.00
1/ Dianetobewitcha, Ito / Reid, Owner: Ivy Lane Racing
2/ Streakin For Pop, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
3/ Lela Sweet Bug, Dominguez / Watson, Owner: Goldie, H &
Farrel, B
4/ Cerveza, McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Paquin, Guylaine
5/ Eyesa Quick Glass, Raekelboom / Todd, Owner: McNichol,
Gary & Marlene
6/ Miss Bedlan, Griffith / Laszlo, Owner: Cruwys, D & Laszlo,
S
7/ Primo Dash, Phillips / Wood, Owner: Baynes, Clarence
Race #8 - Maple Leaf Futurity Trial #6, 300 yds, 15.74, SI: 87,
$8,000.00
1/ Splash In The Lake, Phillips / Wood, Owner: Farrell,
William (Bill)
2/ Cash For Coronas, Daigrepont / Cheetham, Owner: Dream
Chaser Farm
3/ Add A Shark, Griffith / Laszlo, Owner: Sommer, Dr. Gayle
4/ Jess Royal Bucks, McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Spada,
Peter/Craig
5/ Miss Doo Wrangler, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
6/ One Admission, Raekelboom / Todd, Owner: McNichol, G
& Krolcyk, J
Race #9 - 3 Yr Old & Older. Non Qualifier, Maple Leaf
Derby, 300 yds, 15.55, SI: 93, $10,000.00
1/ Missjesstic Perry, McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Spada,
Peter/Craig
2/ Colonel Shazoom, Bennett / Crawford, Owner: Girard,
Roger
3/ Feature Lucy, Ito / Reid, Owner: Ivy Lane Racing
4/ Let Loose, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, C/Picov Cattle
5/ Royal Evening Dash, Phillips / Wood, Owner: Baynes,
Clarence
6/ Sharon My Shake, DeSouza / Crawford, Owner: Girard,
Roger
7/ Dales Royal Dash, Walton / Baker, Owner: Campitelli, Lena
8/ Lady Pagrana, Mehak / Bourgeois, Owner: Heste Sport Inc
Race #10 - 3 Yr Old. Maple Leaf Derby. 300 yds, 15.23, SI:
10, $44,800.00
1/ First Kool Money, Ito / Reid, Owner: Taggart, William
(Bill)
2/ Eyesa Quick, Raekelboom / Todd, Owner: McNichol, Gary
& Marlene
3/ Destin Hurricane, McInerney / Reid, Owner: Ivy Lane Racing
4/ Overhauler, Walton / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
5/ Fast Rigadoon, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, C/Picov
Cattle
6/ Contenders Flash (APHA), Daigrepont / Cheetham, Owner:
Dream Chaser Farm
7/ Breakaway Bashka, Dominguez / Reid, Owner: Wincikaby,
Richard
8/ This is Debt, Phillips / Wood, Owner: Farrell, William (Bill)
June 8, 2008
Race #1 - 3 Yr Old & Older. Unclassified, Never>79 Trial 1,
330 yds, 17.28, SI: 82, $8,000.00
1/ Highland Village, McInerney / Broadstock, Owner: Broadstock, Marie
2/ Wild Boyz, Walton / Todd, Owner: McNichol, Gary & Marlene
3/ Royal Cash Bug, Phillips / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
4/ Dashs Special Cheque Daigrepont / Rundle, Owner: Rundle, Kevin/Lori
5/ Only Joking, DeSouza / Procter, Owner: Procter,
Wayne/Carol
6/ Junos Pretty Rose, MacLaren / Kellar, Owner: Sweenie,
Helen
Race #2 - 3 Yr Old & Older. Unclassified, Never>79 Trial 2,
330 yds, 17.29, SI: 81, $8,000.00
1/ Windy Cartel, Riel / Cruwys, Owner: Cruwys, Rachel
2/ Look At Magics Form, Mehak / Bourgeois, Owner: Bourgeois, Chantelle
3/ Exceptional Strawfly, Daigrepont / Cheetham, Owner:
Dream Chaser Farm
4/ Evict, McInerney / Rundle, Owner: Rundle, Kevin/Lori
5/ Fiveyearsinthemakin, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
6/ Play Patty Cake, Walton / Broadstock, Owner: Broadstock, Marie
7/ One Slic Juno, MacLaren / Kellar, Owner: Sweenie, Helen
Race #3 - 3 Yr Old & Older. Unclassified, Never>79 Trial 3, 330 yds,
17.35, SI: 80, $8,000.00
1/ Red Hot Kagi, Walton / Broadstock, Owner: Broadstock, Marie
2/ Casting Couch, McInerney / Broadstock, Owner: Maki, Masi
3/ Need Cash For Boots, Phillips / Lehtinen, Owner: Estate of Egerton, G
&G
4/ A Chick in Traffic, Maclaren / Kellar, Owner: Paiement, Josee
Race #4 - 3 yr old & Older. SI<=95 ,300 yds, 15.75, SI: 87, $6,500.00
1/ Electrolyte Kiss, Daigrepont / Cheetham, Owner: Dream Chaser Farm
2/ Five Star Dash, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
3/ Blacks Dimples, Mehak / Bourgeois, Owner: Bourgeois, Chantelle
4/ Sundance Satin, Ito / Reid, Owner: Ivy Lane Racing
5/ Wreckless Relagate, McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: North Wind Rcng
Stbls Ont
6/ Jims Dashin Wings, MacLaren / Kellar, Owner: Paiement, Josee
Race #5 - 3 Yr Old & Older. Si<=95, 300 yds, 15.73, SI: 87, $6,500.00
1/ Caraways Mr Native, MacLaren / Procter, Owner: Procter,
Wayne/Carol
2/ Secret Indulgence, Dominguez / Watson, Owner: Full Circle Racing
3/ Maws Gray Needles, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
4/ Sweep The Leg Johnny, Bennett / Crawford, Owner: Girard, Roger
5/ Gotta Blazin Body, Raekelboom / Todd, Owner: McNichol, Gary &
Marlene
6/ Marked In Stone, McInerney / Laszlo, Owner: Spada, Peter/Craig
7/ Pure D Mitchell, Phillips / Lehtinen, Owner: Lehtinen, Erik/Joyce
Race #6 - 3 Year Old. Non Winners of 2 Lifetime, 300 yds, 15.65, SI: 90,
$300.00
1/ PC Hanna Hill, Bennett / Crawford, Owner: Girard, Roger
2/ Blueberry High, Dominguez / Watson, Owner: Dingwell, G & Watson,
S
3/ Corona Coco, Riel / Cruwys, Owner: Cruwys, Rachel
4/ Aseah, Bell / Tavares, Owner: Tavares, Christine
5/ Hi Class Shine, Walton / Robertson, Owner: Hunter, Steve
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4/ Juno Dancing, Walton / Broadstock, Owner: Broadstock, Marie
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40/ JULY 2008 THE RIDER
JULY 2008 THE RIDER / 41
Section 2
INSIDE
Young Horses Shine at CDI-W
Blainville Summer Classic
Blainville, Quebec - Talented young horses eight-year-old Devon L, owned by Doug and Louise Leatherdale
were featured during Saturday’s competition and ridden by Diane Creech of Caistor Centre, ON. The Hannoveat the CDI-W Blainville Summer Classic tak- rian gelding by De Niro demonstrated
Continued on Page 42
ing place at the Blainville Equestrian Park
north of Montreal, QC, from June 20 to 22.
For the second day in a row, a Dutchbred horse emerged victorious in the FEI
Young Horse competition. Both the Preliminary test on Friday and Saturday’s Finale test
of the FEI Five-Year-Old Division were won
by Harma Germs riding Whiscalina, a Dutch
Warmblood mare by Redford and out of
Priscalina (by Gribaldi). Germs is from the
Netherlands but has lived in Montague, PEI,
for the past nine years. Having purchased
Whiscalina as a two-year-old in Holland,
Germs is unreservedly pleased with how the
elegant young mare performed, as were the
judges. A score of 7.58 in the Preliminary test
on Friday was improved upon Saturday with
7.8.
Blainville.........................................41
Horse Facilities ...............................42
Marquest .........................................43
Dressage Standings .........................44
Ganaraska News .............................44
OnTRA PPG ...................................45
Lynn Palm.......................................45
OnTRA News .................................46
OIHA News ....................................47
Pony Club Regional Show..............47
Lindsay Grice..................................48
Coming Events................................49
Tina Busse-Irwin.............................50
Icelandic Show................................51
Chris Irwin Clinic ...........................51
Olympic Dressage Team.................51
Eric Lamaze ....................................51
Miniature Feature ......................53-54
Holidays On Horseback ..................55
Jill Henselwood ..............................56
Brooklin Fair...................................57
The Carriage Driver ........................58
COPDA News.................................59
Classifieds.......................................60
Directories .................................62-67
Real Estate ......................................68
“Francine Bell and the Canadian-bred Royal T
won the FEI Six-Year-Old Finale on Saturday,
June 21, at the CDI-W Blainville Summer
Classic. FEI Ground Jury member Trond
Asmyr of Norway presenting.”
Photo credit – Linda Scott Harris
“I bought her partly because of her
bloodlines,” said Germs, who hopes to continue developing Whiscalina through the levels.
“I’d like to continue coming here, doing well
with her in the show ring, and keeping her
happy.”
The Canadian-bred Oldenburg stallion
Royal T gave his breeder and owner Guy
Rivard good reason to be proud by winning
the FEI Six Year Old Finale test. Royal T’s
sire, Royal Senna, is also owned by Rivard,
and both stallions are trained and shown by
Francine Bell of Vercheres, QC. Bell says that
the young stallion inherited both his sire’s
canter and willing temperament.
“He’s a good boy, and easy to handle,
like a pet,” she said. The three-member FEI
judging panel complimented Royal T for his
exceptional gaits and rewarded him with an
overall score of 7.32.
The runner up in the Six-Year-Old Finale
was the previous day’s winner, Da Vinci, a
Hannoverian gelding by Di Capprio owned
and ridden by Simone Williams of Navan,
ON. Da Vinci scored 7.3 in Friday’s Preliminary test and 7.2 in the Finale.
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Blainville
Continued from Page 41.
cadent trot work and a correct canter tour, with just one
youthful moment of over-exuberance in the final extended trot. Friday’s winner in the Prix St. Georges, Ashley
Holzer on Diana Rose’s 10-year-old Hanoverian gelding
Daddy Cool, finished second to Creech with 65.75%. A
third placed tie score of 65.667% between Belinda
Trussell on Anton and Julie Watchorn on Quintesse was
broken in Trussell’s favour due to her higher collective
marks. Fifth and sixth places were earned by Bonny
Bonnello on Pikardi with 65.167% and Gillian Sutherland on Great Tyme with 64.250%.
Creech continued to bring out the best in the
Leatherdales’ young horses with Wiona in the Grand
Prix Special. The CDI-W Blainville marked the 11-yearold mare’s first time competing in the Special. A bit of
tension in the canter work was offset by expressive and
powerful passage that put her in second place with
67.520%. A more seasoned horse won the class with
67.920%: the 14-year-old Proton, ridden by Neil Ishoy,
earned high marks for his piaffe and canter work.
In Young Rider competition, Danielle McKinnon
of Aurora, ON, was the winner in the FEI Young Rider
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burgh, ON, resident took first place in the Individual test
with 63.083%. Also winning for the second day in a row
with 65% were Vivian Cornell of Kingston, ON, and
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Spectators will be treated to nearly 40 FEI
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National Prix St. Georges classes this weekend.”
CDI-W Grand Prix Special – Final Results
Rider Hometown Horse Score
1. Neil Ishoy Lynden, ON Proton 67.920%
2. Diane Creech Caistor Centre, ON Wiona 67.520%
3. Armand Valkenborg Ste. Marthe, QC Seigneur
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4. Jessica Costello King City, ON Litmanen 59.920%
5. Alexandra Hosein Wellington, NS Lucky Star
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Canadian Dressage Riders Rank High in World Standings
Ottawa, ON—Dressage Canada is pleased to
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ranked in the top 85 in the Federation Equestre
International (FEI) World Dressage Rankings
from June 1, 2007 to May 31, 2008.
The top Canadian in the rankings is
Olympian Ashley Holzer, a current resident of
New York, NY, who is currently in ninth place,
with 1742 points. Holzer and her mount Pop
Art, an 11-year-old Dutch Warmblood gelding
(Amsterdam x Cabochon) owned by Ian and
Moreen Nicoll and Rusty Holzer, had a thrilling
winter competitive season in Florida this year.
The duo won the Grand Prix and the Grand Prix
Freestyle at CDI 3*–Y/J Zada WEF Dressage
Classic in March and at CDI-W/Y Palm Beach
Dressage Derby at the end of February. They
also won both the Grand Prix and the Grand
Prix Speciale at the CDI-W Gold Coast Opener
in January.
“I am thrilled to be ranked ninth in the
world amongst such great horses and riders,”
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which will make her a triple Olympian.
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Grand Prix and Grand Prix
Freestyle at the CDI 3*–Y/J Zada
WEF Dressage Classic in March.
Brooks and Gran Gesto also won
both the Grand Prix and the
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Multiple Olympian Christilot
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ON, and now living in Rottingen,
Germany, is currently ranked 68th
in the world with 1323 points.
With her mount Gachino (Gardez
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Ganaraska Forest Horse Club
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2008
ANNE VAVRA
- President
PAUL MELROSE
- Vice President
MARY MELNYCHUK
- Treasurer
NANCY GIBBONS
- Secretary
The Ganaraska Forest Horse Club
(GFHC) has had a fantastic first half of the
year. In January, the Club hosted a successful Sleigh Ride. In March, we held our
annual fund-raising dinner and dance. In
May, the Poker Ride in the Ganaraska Central Forest witnessed a large number of riders try their hand on the trails. The end of
June, we hosted the Summer Sizzler ride at
Sandaraska Park in Pontypool.
The 12th Annual Poker Ride, held on
May 25, welcomed many riders and volunteers. It was a gorgeous day and the weather was perfect for trail riding. There was an
excellent turnout of current club members
plus over twenty-five new riders joined the
club. A BBQ was provided by the Trinity
Cobourg Scouts. The highest poker hand
was won by Steve Tinmouth. Steve rode
away with the grand prize of over $200.00.
Many riders received prizes and giveaways. On June 21 the club was greeted
with a lovely day and a great group of riders who joined us for our Summer Sizzler
ride. Both the guided trail ride and the
marked trail were well received. With a
number of riders completing their member-
JILL BROWN
- Director
MARGARET DICKSON
- Director
SHEILA MACDONALD
-Director
SANDY MACFARLANE
-Director
ship at this ride the club now has 80 members!!
The Club would like to recognize all
the hard work of so many people and horses to make the first half of our year truly a
success. We believe our mission statement
is serving us well: “To develop a fellowship with other equine enthusiasts, that
allows one to safely enjoy trail riding in the
Ganaraska Forest.”
Visit the following websites:
Ganaraska
Forest
Horse
Club
(www.gfhc.ca)
Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority
(www.grca.on.ca)
Sandaraska Park (www.sandaraskapark.ca)
“HAPPY TRAILS”
GANARASKA FOREST HORSE
CLUB – RIDE SCHEDULE 2008
SEPTEMBER 27 – Ganaraska Trails
OCTOBER 18 - Fall Colours
NOVEMBER – Annual General Meeting
owned by Pedro Hermosilla
and Boylen, she placed fourth
in the Grand Prix and won the
Grand Prix Speciale at CDI3*
Weikersdorf, held October
2007 in Austria. In the third
week of the CDI3* Sunshine
Tour held March 13–16, 2008,
in Vejer de la Frontera, ESP,
Boylen and Gachino placed
fifth in the Grand Prix, eighth
in the Grand Prix Speciale and
finished third place in the
Grand Prix Freestyle.
In 78th place, with 1292
points, is Evi Strasser of
Sainte-Adele, QC. Riding her
long-time partner Quantum
Tyme, a 13-year-old Oldenburg gelding (Quattro x
Argentinius), Strasser won the
Grand Prix and finished third
in the Grand Prix Speciale at
the CDI 3* La Mandria in
Italy in April 2008. In
September 2007, the pair
placed fourth in the Grand
Prix and third in the Grand
Prix Speciale at the CDI
Saumur in France.
Olympian Leslie Reid
rounds out the top five Canadian riders in 85th spot with
1248 points. Reid, riding
Orion, Patricia Hatch’s 12year-old Dutch Warmblood
gelding (Jazz x Consul), , has
earned a fourth place in the
Grand Prix and a third place
finish in the Grand Prix Speciale at Dressage Affaire
CDI3* held March 2008 in
Del Mar, California. In April,
the pair place second in both
the Grand Prix and the Grand
Prix Freestyle at Golden State
Dressage Festival CDI3* held
in Rancho Murieta, California
making it a memorable first
season for Orion at international Grand Prix level.
“This is a very exciting
year for Canadian dressage as
we head into the Olympic
Games,” remarked Kerri
McGregor, Chair of Dressage
Canada. “To have such strong
world standings from our
Canadian athletes makes it
even more so as Canada prepares for Hong Kong.”
The World Dressage
Rankings, calculated by the
FEI, are based on percentages
scored at international competitions under FEI rules. The
scores obtained in a maximum
of eight tests per year count in
the standings. The complete
standing may be seen at
http://www.fei.org/Disciplines/Dressage/Results/Documents/D_rankings_89.pdf.
About Dressage Canada
Dressage Canada, as a
committee of Equine Canada,
is the National governing
body for Dressage in Canada.
Dressage Canada’s objective
is to foster the growth of
Dressage and the pursuit of
excellence in the sport at the
local, national and international levels. Dressage Canada
provides support and guidance
to both amateur and professional through the following
programs: coaching education
and programs, officials’ education and programs, rules &
qualifying criteria, sport
development, publications &
awards. For more information
about Dressage Canada,
please visit the Dressage section of the Equine Canada
site.
JULY 2008 THE RIDER /45
2008 OnTRA Prince Phillip Games for Riders with a Disability
1
4
2
5
3
6
1/ Kyle passes off flag
to GRACE teammate,
Penny Brueckman
2/ Champions Team
GRACE l-r; Barb,
Kyle, Christian and
Penny.
3/ Penny Brueckman,
GRACE gets help
from her horse in the
Cup Race
4/ Danielle Smith riding Peanut, Team
TEAD
5/ CODRP Team
6/ Cassie Fruck,
TEAD in a close race
with Trish Murrin,
CODRP
For story
see page 46.
Building a Partnership
with Your Horse
“Working at Liberty Phase 2:
Getting Down to Work & Changing
Directions With a Handler and
Alone”
By Lynn Palm
Liberty work demonstrates how important the handler’s
position is to the horse’s movement. If the handler and whip
are positioned more toward the back to the horse, it will
encourage him to move forward. When the handler and whip
are positioned more at the middle of the horse, it will encourage him to maintain his speed. If the handler moves her body
and whip more toward the front of the horse, it will slow him
down. If the handler is positioned too far in front of the horse,
she will block his forward movement and cause him to stop or
change directions. If the horse is not responding correctly,
always check your position first.
After the warm-up phase of working at liberty, ask your
horse to change directions to repeat this warm up on the opposite track. There are two ways to ask your horse to change
directions. One is to ask him to slow his movement to a walk,
then “whoa.” Use a mellow, deep tone of voice when asking
for down transitions. Walk up to him and turn him around to
face the opposite direction using a turn on the forehand, turn
on the haunches, or simply lead him in half-circle.
While we want our horse to move forward during liberty
work we don’t want him running madly around the paddock.
He could slip and fall, especially in the turns. If your horse
starts running too much, use a mellow voice to sooth him and
slow him down with a voice command like “e-a-s-y.” Stretch
out the word so it sounds very long and soothing.
What if he is really running around so dangerously fast
that he could fall? While still standing on the centerline, position your body and point the whip towards his forehand. This
will usually stop a horse. If more reinforcement is still needed,
swing the whip towards his forehand to break his action and
get him to slow or stop.
Changing Directions
Now we are going to learn how to change your horse’s
direction when working at liberty in a paddock or arena. This
technique eliminates the need to stop the horse and “manually”
turn him around so that he is facing in the opposite direction.
Instead he will learn to respond to your commands to turn and
change directions on his own as he travels on a diagonal track
across two of the paddock/arena’s diagonal corners. This
allows him to keep his forward momentum as he changes
direction.
First, we will learn how to change the horse’s direction
when you have another person to help you with the liberty lesson. I will describe this technique as if the horse is tracking to
the right and you want him to change directions to track left.
Both handlers working the horse at liberty should be correctly
positioned on the paddock/arena’s centerline. Practice this at a
walk before trying it at a trot.
As the horse enters one of the paddock/arena’s narrow or
“short” sides, handler #1 (closest to him) moves off the centerline so that she is following the horse’s hindquarters with her
whip low as she encourages him to move forward and through
the corner. At the same time handler #2 at the opposite end of
the paddock, turns to face handler #1 so she is watching the
horse.
As the horse comes into the short side, handler #1 opens
up her left arm so her whip points horizontally at the horse’s
hindquarters to keep him moving forward. At the same time,
handler #2 moves off the centerline and towards the fence line
that the horse is preparing to travel down. Handler #2 raises the
whip in her right hand horizontally toward the fence to block
the horse’s line of travel down the fence line. As the horse
comes out of the second short corner, the only route for him to
follow becomes a diagonal path between both handlers.
As the horse follows a diagonal path across the paddock
and passes handler #1, she switches the whip to her right hand.
This gives a visual cue, like a pointer, for the horse to continue
on the diagonal track to the right. Once he has crossed the centerline, handler #1 resumes her position on the centerline. Handler #2 takes over. She turns to follow his movement across the
diagonal with her whip extended horizontally towards his
hindquarters to encourage him to move forward through the
new corner. He is now tracking to the left. Once the new direction is established, both handlers move back to their positions
on the centerline and continue the liberty lesson.
Make sure the horse stays forward while changing direction at liberty. Use your whip behind him to encourage forward
movement. If he gets anxious and increases his speed on his
own, use a voice command to slow him down. Use your voice
to keep his attention if he starts looking over the fence or gets
distracted from you. Remember, in liberty work your voice is
your main communication tool to ask the horse to respond to
your commands.
If you are working alone with a horse tracking left and
you want to change direction to the right, first make sure that
you have the horse’s attention. If you do not, use your voice
and call his name or say “hey.” If he does not respond, gently
flick the longe whip toward the ground to get him to keep his
eye on you.
When you ask him to change direction, walk towards him
as he is moving down the fence line and raise the whip horizontally so it points to the spot where you want him to turn
around. This gives him the visual cue to stop and blocks his
forward movement. Say “whoa” and hold the whip in position.
Most horses will react to their forward movement being
blocked by turning or pivoting to face in the other direction.
Use your voice, and whip if necessary, to send the horse off in
the opposite direction.
When learning this maneuver, a horse may just stop
because he does not know what you are asking him to do. Give
him a cluck and walk closer to him as you keep the longe whip
up in your left hand. This will block him from continuing left
and encourage him to pivot and move forward in the new
direction.
End the Lesson Properly
After working through different gaits, speeds within gaits,
and in both directions, it is time to evaluate the horse. If he
stays quiet and responsive after you have seen a definite indication that he has “played,” it means that he has burned off
some of his inner energy. His nostrils should be flared. This
shows that he has expended some energy. A horse should be
brought to this point to build his conditioning each time liberty
work is undertaken.
Wind down the liberty work with an easy trot or jog to the
walk, and then ask the horse to “whoa” along the fence line.
When I exercise my horse at liberty, I always want him to
address and look at me when he stops.
Because liberty work asks the horse to move forward and
away from the handler, it is important that the horse understands that he should not flee or run away from you. So, after
you ask your horse to “whoa,” lower the tip of the longe whip
to the ground and walk toward him. Stop within a few feet of
the horse and give him the “come to me” command. If he
needs more encouragement to come to you, extend your hand
out to him. As he steps toward you, step back so that he follows you. The horse must walk straight toward you until you
ask him to “whoa.” If needed, reinforce the “whoa” by holding
your hand in front of his face like a stop sign. Praise him when
he follows and stops on command.
After liberty work, the horse is ready to go on to working
in hand maneuvers or under saddle. Because he has been
allowed to release some of his inner energy, he will be in a
much better state of mind to concentrate on what you will be
asking him to do in the next lesson.
In the next article, we will start our lessons on “working in
Working Alone
hand.”
The key to success when doing this maneuver alone is to
More details on “Working at Liberty” are covered in my
work in a moderately sized arena. A paddock or arena that is Longevity
Training
VHS/DVD
series.
Visit
too large may cause the single handler to lose control of her www.lynnpalm.com for more information on training products
horse.
and courses.
46/ JULY 2008 THE RIDER
The
Ontario Therapeutic Riding Association
ManeLine
Medieval Times
Ontario Medieval Times Castle, Exhibition Place, TO and OnTRA are
offering two great opportunities to OnTRA Centers!
*Two Special Matinees July 17th & August 14
Lunch and one hour show - $19.98 (inc. gratuity & tax) Offer only for
OnTRA member centre riders and volunteers
www.ontra.ca
President:
Karen A. Sibbald
Vice President: Sonia Koczekan
Treasurer:
Victoria Davidson LaCombe
Secretary:
Gay Harper
Directors:
John McClellan, Judi Island,
Pat DiMambro,
Chris Peare, Julia Thompson
OnTRA News
OnTRA Looks Back over 25 Years of
Competitions for Riders with a Disability
*Every Wednesday in July or August
On July 27, 1983 the Province of
Lunch and a two hour show for only $33.98 (inc. gratuity & tax) Offer Ontario issued incorporation papers to the
available to all equestrian groups of fifteen or more.
Ontario Therapeutic Riding Association
For info contact Lindsay at: 416-260-1170 ext. 136 or lindsay.col(OnTRA), a new organization founded by
lette@medievaltimes.com
a small group of volunteers for the sole
purpose of qualifying for provincial grant
monies. Since then OnTRA has raised $2
July 25-27 - 2008 Ontario ParaSport Summer Games hosted by million on behalf of therapeutic riding.
The first OnTRA competition was
Variety Village, Scarborough. Equestrian will be held at C.A.R.D.,
4777
Dufferin
Street,
TO.
Games
website: held on July 7, 1984. The event was orgawww.varietyontario.ca/parasport/index.htm
nized by Gay Wood and hosted by
Sept 20 - H.A.T.S. ‘Ride or Walk A Thon’ - to raise funds for the CARD, TO. This event was called the
H.A.T.S. therapeutic riding program at Classic Farm 1020 Kilman ‘Ontario Therapeutic Riding Association
Rd in Pelham (Niagara Region)
Equestrian Games’ and 6 groups took
For more info and pledge forms please contact Susan Annan
part. The competition in early years conat: susan_annan@yahoo.ca
sisted of equestrian classes only. It was
not until some years later that the event
changed to incorporate Dressage and
Prince Philip Games and was also
Riding Instructor Needed – North of Whitby
expanded to include 3 regional competiWindReach Farm in Ashburn, ON is looking for an instructor at their therapeutic riding
tions plus a provincial championship.
centre. They are looking for a highly-motivated, safety conscious CTRAI, CTRII or CTRI
No review of OnTRA would be
to teach Wednesday, Thursday, Friday - days and/or evenings, and Saturdays from 12
noon to 5:00pm. Hours are flexible.
complete without acknowledging the
The candidate must be punctual and work well with volunteers. WindReach will consid- individuals who have volunteered to
er having multiple instructors take over the shifts, and will also consider individuals who
make it happen. Their achievements, on
are working towards their CanTRA certification or would like to.
This is a contract position to run January to December and to be renewed each year. behalf of OnTRA, go a long way in proPosition to start ASAP. To apply, please contact or send your resume to: Laura Ireland - moting recognition of our organization
Stables Coordinator, stables@windreachfarm.org, or call (905) 655-5827
and therapeutic riding. Three founders of
OnTRA were instrumental in the growth
COMING EVENTS
OnTRA CLASSIFIEDS
and development of therapeutic riding in
Ontario and of our unique equestrian
competitions.
Gay Wood was organizer of the first
OnTRA Games in 1983.
Jeanne Greenburg was OnTRA’s
first President and founder of SARI in
London, ON - one of Canada’s first therapeutic riding centers.
Ann Caine obtained permission
from the Canadian Pony Club to modify
and use the Prince Phillip Games for therapeutic riding.
OnTRA’s Competition highlights:
1984 -First OnTRA Equestrian Games
held at CARD on July 7.
These games have now grown to
include three regional competitions, plus
a provincial championship with many
OnTRA riders going on to national and
international competition.
1986 -First CNE agreement to include
our riders in the Canadian National Exhibition Prince Philip Games.
-OEF welcomed OnTRA representation
1991-Held competitions for member centers in three regions.
1996 -Financially assisted riders to attend
international competition.
2007 -Partnered with Paralympics
Ontario and introduced Para Equestrian
as part of the Ontario ParaSport Summer
Games.
OnTRA riders who have represented
Canada at International Para Equestrian
Competitions:
1994 World Championships, England Maria Simpson, Susan Gilmore
1999 World Championships, Denmark James Mallard, Maria Simpson, Susan
Gilmore,
1996 Atlanta Paralympics - Maria Simpson
2002 Inner Vision, NY,USA - Judi Island
(Gold), Dax Adam (Bronze), Jenni Rowe
(Silver) -Team Silver
2002 European Championships, Portugal
- Judi Island, Jennie Rowe – Team 7th
2003 World Championships, Belgium Judi Island (2 Bronze), Dax Adam, Jennie
Rowe -Team 12th
2004 Athens Paralympics - Judi Island,
Dax Adam -Team 9th
OnTRA MEMBER CENTRES
ASBBURN: The Stables at WindReach Farm- 905-655-0889
BAILIEBORO: Mirabel Morgan Farm Special Riding Centre - 705-939-6485
BANCROFT: Equine Assisted Living and Learning - 613-339-1668
BARRIE/ORILLIA: Stonegate Farm - 705-339-1668
BELLEVILLE: Quinte Therapeutic Riding Association - 613-395-2990
BRACEBRIDGE: With Care Oke-Cook Family Farm - 705-645-5866
BRANTFORD: The Heart of Dream Equestrian - 519-750-9940
CALEDON EAST: Peace Ranch Inc. - 905-584-9156
CARLETON PLACE: Lanark County Therapeutic - Riding Program - 613-257-7121
CORNWALL: Brave-Hearts Riding Club - 613-528-1616
CORNWALL: Second Wind Acres - 613-528-1616
DESERONTO: Dare To Dream Therapeutic Riding Program - 6t3-396-3045
DURHAM REGION: Durham Therapeutic Riding Association - 905-668-6680
GREELY: Therapeutic Riding Association of Ottawa-Carleton - 613-821-1844
GUELPH: Sunrise Therapeutic Riding and Learning Centre - 519-837-0558
HAMILTON: TEAD The Equestrian Association for the Disabled 905-679-8323
INNISFIL: Springland Riding Stable - 705-431-7009
KINGSTON: Happy Heart Hippotherapy| (Uniquestri Ltd.) - 613-546-7770
KITCHENER: Central Ontario Developmental Riding Program (CODRP) - 519-6534686
LONDON: SARI Therapeutic Riding - 519-666-1123
MILTON/CAMPBELLVILLE: Windrush Stable Therapeutic Riding Centre 905-854-6008
NEW LISKEARD: Catch A Dream Therapeutic Riding Association - 705-647-8607
NEWMARKET: Horse At Heart Therapeutic Equestrian Adventures Inc. - 905-898-1530
NIAGARA ON THE LAKE: Red Roof Retreat - 905-684-0235
NORTH AUGUSTA: Touch A Rainbow - 613-926-2116
OWEN SOUND: Georgian Riding Association for Challenged Equestrians (GRACE) - 519-3722721
PETERBOROUGH: PARD Therapeutic Riding - 705-927-0358
PETROLIA: Tomlynn Acres Registered Quarter Horses - 519-882-0958
PLANTAGENET: Passage Equitation Therapeutic Riding Association - 613-673-4875
PORT BURWELL: Jabez Therapy Ranch - 519-874-1168
PORT ELGIN: Pegasus Riding Association Nurturing Challenged Equestrians - 519-832-2522
PORT HOPE: Therapeutic Riding Association in Northumberland 905-885-5770
RIDGEWAY: “I Can” Therapeutic Equestrian Riding Association of Niagara (ICANTER) - 905894-3276
SAULT STE MARIE: Therapeutic Ride Algoma - 705-759-2965
SHELBURNE: Traditions Farm Therapeutic Riding Centre - 519-925-1866
STOUFFVILLE: Giddyup - 905-642-8001
ST. CATHARINES: Horse Alternative Therapeutic Services - 905-682-3924
THUNDER BAY: Thunder Bay Therapeutic Riding Association - 807-472-5650
TIMMINS: Timmins Therapeutic Riding Association - 705-269-5994
TORONTO: CARD, Community Association for Riding for the Disabled - 416-667-8600
TORONTO: Exhibition Therapeutic Riding Academy - 416-790-2502
TORONTO: Saddle Up for Success - 905-932-1919
VAL RITA: Northern Lights Therapeutic Riding Association - 705-335-2441
WINDSOR: Windsor-Essex Therapeutic Riding Association - 519-969-1261
Disclaimer: Please be advised that OnTRA is not
responsible for the accreditation, actions or activities at
any OnTRA Member Centre. OnTRA has no legal or
structural authority over any Member Centre as each
Centre is totally autonomous.
Be aware that horseback riding can be a dangerous
sport therefore you should verify the safety
procedures & the certification of the instructors at the
therapeutic riding facility of your choice.
A Celebration of ParaSport Athletes
and Sport in Toronto
The 2008 Ontario ParaSport Summer Games
(OPSG) will take place July 25-27, Variety Village,
3701 Danforth Ave., Toronto.
The ParaEquestrian Competition will be held July
26th at Community Association for Riding for the Disabled (C.A.R.D.) in North York.
The 2008 Ontario ParaSport Summer Games is the
Provincial Championships for athletes with a physical
disability in Ontario. These will include; Track and
Field, Boccia, Wheelchair Tennis, Goalball (for athletes
with visual impairments and blindness), Para Equestrian (Dressage) and Powerlifting.
“These Games will be a great showcase for all of
our athletes, who inspire Ontarians to lead active,
healthy lives,” said Minister of Health Promotion Margarett Best. “By participating in these Games our talented Ontario ParaSport athletes and coaches are
demonstrating their commitment to Paralympic sports.”
The Variety Village event is part of a cross-Canada
Beijing Paralympic Media Tour being organized by the
Canadian Paralympic Committee.
Guests will meet local ParaSport and Paralympic
athletes while they mix and mingle, enjoy refreshments,
and watch demonstrations of sports such as boccia,
wheelchair tennis, paraequestrian and wheelchair
rugby.
The 2008 Ontario ParaSport Summer Games run
July 25 and 26 in Toronto, and the Beijing Paralympic
Games run from Sept. 6 -17 in China.
Fri. July 25 - 10 am - Registration begins at C.A.R.D.
12 pm - Opening Ceremonies at Variety Village
beginning with a parade of athletes
12:30 - A special performance by singer/
songwriter Justin Hines
1 to 5 - ParaSport competitions at Variety Village
6 to 9 - ‘Rock and Roll’ Dinner theme at the
Athlete’s Village
Sat. July 26 - 9 to 1 - Equestrian Competition at CARD
9 to 4 - ParaSport competitions at Variety Village
6 pm - 2008 OPSG Awards Banquet and Awards
Ceremony at Centennial College
The Games will build pride in the community and
celebrate the accomplishments of our Ontario athletes.
Come out and support the event and enjoy the Games!
For more info: www.varietyontario.ca/
parasport/index.htm
2008 OnTRA Prince Phillip Games for Riders
with a Disability
Ontario Therapeutic Riding Association (OnTRA) provides opportunities
for all riders with a disability at all levels
to compete in regional and provincial
competitions.
Riders may start with four volunteers – two “side-walkers” keeping the
rider balanced, a “back-rider” behind the
rider to help maintain an upright position
and a volunteer to lead the horse. Assistive devices (e.g. special stirrups, devices
to help hold reins, saddles with modest
changes) are identified for the rider. As
muscles strengthen, the back-rider leaves,
then one of the side-walkers, then the
other, and eventually the rider may be
able to ride independently.
Regional Competitions are a first
step to reaching the Provincial and
For the OnTRA Prince Phillip
National Competitions.
Games teams of four riders are made up
Riders can concentrate on their abil- of 2 ‘walk only’ and 2 ‘walk trot’ comity, not the disability.
petitors. This year’s team’s included four
action packed relay races - the Flag Race,
OnTRA 25th Anniversary Celebration Housewife’s Scurry, Ring Race and the
of the
Mug Race.
Prince Phillip Games
Although this was an ‘own horse’
Was held on June 14 at The Eques- competition, 6 horses were kindly lent by
trian Association for the Disabled TEAD to OnTRA riders from Georgian
(TEAD) in Mount Hope, ON. Twelve Riding Association for Challenged
young riders competed for the OnTRA Equestrians (GRACE) and two from
Prince Phillip Games Championship Central Ontario Developmental Riding
before a large crowd of close to 100 Program (CODRP) who were not able to
spectators. All cheered on as three enthu- bring their own mounts.
siastic teams vied for the 2008 OnTRA
Despite being on borrowed mounts,
Prince Phillip Games Championship Trophy!
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OnTRA News
Continued From Page 46.
the determination of Team GRACE
shone through to uphold the PPG
Championship. Team GRACE
remains undefeated after a very
close race to finish in first place for
the fourth year in a row!
RESULTS:
PPG Champions - Team GRACE,
Owen Sound: Barb Armstrong,
Christian Shaw, Penny Brueckman,
Kyle Weatherhead
2nd Place - TEAM CODRP, Kitchener
Danika Blackstock, Jessica Livingstone, Chantelle Goldberg, Trevor
Mains
3rd Place - TEAM TEAD, Mt.
Hope: Shieanne Giudice, Lexus,
Cassandra Fruck, Danielle Smith
Congratulations to all PPG
teams on their achievements!
After the games riders and volunteers were invited to join OnTRA
in a BBQ lunch with a special
OnTRA 25th Anniversary Cake to
celebrate this special event. Peter
Henderson, OnTRA Past President,
congratulated the riders saying, “the
competition demonstrates the very
essence of what OnTRA and Therapeutic riding are all about’. He followed with a quick look at a few
highlights of OnTRA’s accomplishments over the last 25 years. Karen
Sibbald, OnTRA President was on
hand to cut the Anniversary cake for
all to enjoy. Victoria LaCombe was
the judge for the Games and Show
Organizer was Judi Island.
OnTRA would like to thank all
who participated for their support.
Special thanks to Hilary Webb,
Executive Director of TEAD, Ribbon Works and the many volunteers
who made this event possible.
For further information see:
www.ontra.ca
Pony Club Members Compete For Spots At
Regional Show Jumping Finals
Here are results from the first Central Ontario
Qualifier for the Regional Show Jumping Finals,
held on Sunday, June 29 at Blue Star Farm near
Mount Albert, hosted by the Uxbridge-Scugog and
Durham Pony Clubs. Selection for the Regional
Finals will be based on scores achieved at this meet
and two other qualifiers in July.
In this show, three divisions of Pre-Entry riders
competed in two classes each: a single round plus
jump-off class, and a medal class judged on equitation both over fences and at various gaits on the
flat. The higher divisions competed in three classes
each, a single round plus jump-off class, a power and
speed class and a medal class to determine a Champion and a Reserve in each division. Highlights follow, with results to tenth place in each class available
from the Central Ontario press releases portion of the
Canadian Pony Club website.
the best time and fewest faults in the warm-up round. Beginner Division
Patrick Kosa of the Whitchurch Pony Club took
Pre-Entry Schooling Division
first place in the single round with jump-off class ridThe single round with jump-off class was won ing Milo, with Carrie Doorenspleet of the Durham
by Riika Kojola of the Maple Pony Club riding Pony Club second on Gold Rush Frontier (no third,
Aflame. Jane Stephenson of Uxbridge-Scugog took all others eliminated). In Class 2, the power and
second on Irish Park’s Fair Erin, with Andrea McGill speed class, Mr. Kosa was again the winner, with Ms
of Durham third aboard Roll the Dice. In the medal Doorenspleet again taking second spot, and Karly
class, Ms Stephenson took top spot, with Ms Kojola Coles of the Brooklin Pony Club third on Rock Botsecond and Ms McGill again third. Ms Stephenson tom. Ms Doorenspleet took the honours in Class 3,
was Champion, with Ms Kojola the Reserve. This the medal class, with another Ms Coles second, and
division also featured a two-way tie for Champion, Mr. Kosa third. Champion was Mr. Kosa, Reserve
which had to be broken by warm-up round results.
was Ms Doorenspleet.
Entry Division (First Qualifying Level)
Taylor Ryan of the Whitchurch Pony Club took
first place in the single round with jump-off class riding Sammy’s Girl, with Christine Oldridge of the
Victoria Pony Club second on Sophie and Lindsay
Jankowski of Whitchurch third on Junior. In Class 2,
the power and speed class, Ms Oldridge was the winner, with Jenna Meeser of the Rising Star Pony Club
second riding In the Ribbons, and Ms Jankowski
again third. Ms Jankowski also won the medal class,
with second spot going to Maggie Brims of
Whitchurch on Mindy, and third to Ms Oldridge.
Champion was Ms Oldridge, and Reserve was Ms
Jankowski.
Pre-Entry Division A-2
In the single round with jump-off class, the winner was Jenna Hutchinson of the Uxbridge-Scugog
Pony Club, riding Candy. Second place went to
Rachel Scott of the Victoria Pony Club on Peanut,
with Jennifer Stoltz of the Maple Pony Club taking
third place on Six Star. Ms Stoltz won the medal
class, with Ms Scott second, and Lindsay White of
the Maple Pony Club third aboard My Turn. Ms
Stoltz was the division Champion, with Ms Scott the
Reserve.
Starter Division
In the single round with jump-off class, the winPre-Entry Division B
ner was Samantha Lobbezoo of the Brooklin Pony
In Class 1, the single round with jump-off, Dal- Club on Ride ‘Em Harley Style. Mitchell Hall of
ton Wright of the Durham Pony Club took the hon- Uxbridge-Scugog was second riding Prospect’s
ours on Pollyanna, with Lauren Sergejewich of the Lehara, and third place went to Stephanie McAlister
Maple Pony Club second on Flubber Bunny, and of Maple on Serendipity. Ms Lobbezoo also won
Kaisha Barber of Durham third aboard Sundance. Class 2, the power and speed class, with Ms McAlisMolly White-Williams of Maple won Class 2, the ter second, and another Maple rider, Kristina Brown,
medal class, on Faolin Ruadh, with Megan O’Hara of third on Beau. Emily Lindsay of the Rising Star
Durham second on the industrious Six Star, and Ms Pony club won Class 3, the medal class, riding TriniBarber again third. Champion was Ms Sergejewich, ty, with second place going to Ms Lobbezoo and
Reserve was Ms White-Williams; it should be noted third to Kendra Abbey of Uxbridge-Scugog riding
that there was a four-way tie for Champion in this Willow. Champion was Ms Lobbezoo, Reserve was
division, which had to be broken by which entry had Ms McAlister.
Novice Division
Stephanie Rutherford of the Oshawa Pony Club
took the honours in the single round with jump-off
class aboard Royal Court Jester, with Jesse Durward
of Uxbridge-Scugog second riding Dillon, and Jennifer McKeen of Oshawa third on Mya. In the power
and speed class, Ms McKeen was first, Mr. Durward
was again second and Sophie Kalpin of Maple was
third on Kye. Ms McKeen also finished first in the
medal class, with Mr. Durward second yet again and
Kyra Holmes of Maple third riding Heart and Soul.
Champion was Ms McKeen, Reserve was Mr. Durward.
Intermediate Division
Christy Chamney of the Maple Pony Club was
the only entry in this division, riding Neo Royo. She
completed all three classes and therefore was placed
first in each and was declared Champion.
For more information, get in touch with Bob
Inglis, Central Ontario Region Communications
Chair, at 416-493-1223 (office) or 416-491-4230
(home) or via e-mail at bobinglis@technalysis.on.ca.
For background on the Canadian Pony Club and its
activities including show jumping, or on the Central
Ontario Region and its Branches, or for this or previous press releases, check out the Canadian Pony
Club website at www.CanadianPonyClub.org, and
follow the appropriate links.
Ontario Icelandic Horse Association
President: Kordula ReinhartzFueth
2245 Ahmic Lake Road, RR#1
Magnetawan, ON, P0A 1P0
Phone & Fax 705-387-4464
e.mail clf@xplornet.com
Treasurer: Judy Petursson-Heppler
RR#5, 247515 No. 5 Sideroad
Orangeville, ON, L9W 2Z2
Phone 519-940-0069
e.mail judypetursson@sympatico.ca
Vice President: Jane Spear
RR #4, 39 Caintown Rd.,
Mallorytown, ON, K0E 1R0
Phone 613-923-1505
Director: Christiane Söffner
PO Box 750, 51 Main Street,
Grand Valley, ON, L0N 1G0
Phone 519-928-5296
e.mail chris.soeffner@sympatico.ca
First OIHA Picnic
The OIHA Directors would like to invite
members and their families to a picnic on July
19th. 2008. The event will be hosted by Judie
and Paul Thompson at their farm at 682
Lochwinnoch Road, Renfrew. The event will
start at around 11.00 a.m. with a BBQ followed
by a relaxed “get together” without the usual
pressure of preparing horses for a show etc.
This will be followed by some games before a
light snack and coffee at around 4.00 p.m.
To give the organizers an idea of the number of people to cater for please advise the
OIHA Secretary, Theresa Astles, ASAP if you
plan to attend (Phone 613-832-2550 of e.mail
tmastles@xplornet.com). Theresa will also provide directions to the event if required. Should
members wish to stop over in the Ottawa area
in order to attend the picnic every effort will be
made to find accommodation.
Secretary: Theresa Astles
RR#2, 4572 Woodkilton Road,
Woodlawn, ON, K0A 3M0
Phone 613-832-2550
e.mail tmastles@xplornet.com
www.oiha.ca
Mark your calendar:
Annual OIHA Icelandic Horse Show on Sept.
13/14, 2008 will be held at Grandview Ranch, 1422
Upper Paudash Rd., Paudash. The farm is south of
Bancroft just south of hwy 118 (formerly 121) off
hwy 28
Initiative to
Increase membership
The OIHA is pleased to offer a complimentary membership of one year to new Icelandic horse
owners living in Ontario. The criteria being that
the purchaser is a first time buyer of an Icelandic
horse. Please contact one of the Directors if you
qualify.
So far two complimentary memberships for
one year were awarded to Sandy Cummins of Fergus and to Sheri and Jeff Norman from Egbert who
are now the proud owners of their first Icelandic
horse. Congratulations to you all.
From the Board
The greatest horse event in Iceland
The 18th Landsmót took place at Hella (Iceland) from 30 June to 6 July 2008. Landsmót is
the Icelandic name for the biannual National
Horse Show of Iceland, a unique and unforgettable happening - the biggest event involving Icelandic horse in the world. At Landsmót you can
see all the best horses in Iceland, in different
types of competition, the classic Icelandic gaedingakeppni, tölt competition, racing and breeding
shows.
People from all over the world visit
Landsmót. An estimated 12.000 visitors are
expected. There are competition horses (Icelandic
term is: gae_ingar), breeding horses, races and the
very best of young riders. Only the best classified
horses participate in the tournament and compete
for the most prestigious titles in the country.
Shows of Icelandic stallions, mares and their offspring give an insight to the best breeding stock
available. The fellowship of riders, singing and
dancing are also some of the most important features of the festival. See the website:
http://www.landsmot.is/english/
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48/ JULY 2008 THE RIDER
Horse Show Safety
busy, horse show environment in addition
to the skills and class procedure you practised at home. This atmosphere, mixed
with the inevitable adrenaline spike in
horses, riders and support crews, necessitates a good plan of attack.
Write it down. I have traditionally given
new families a printout of what they can
expect at a horse show. Procedures, guidelines, as well as what they can expect of
me in the way of stable responsibilities,
© 2007 Lindsay Grice. All rights coaching routines, etc.
reserved.
Clear the decks. Around the stable area,
Q. I wonder whether you could give and grooming area at ringside, continually
some advice to me as a new coach, start- have your people check if there’s any
ing the show season with some novice equipment within radius of the horse that
clients. Several clients will have me he could step into and cause a wreck. I’m
ship their horses to the shows, while the constantly drawing riders’ attention to step
others have their own trailers. These stools, tack boxes and lawn chairs which
families are new to showing, and I want are accidents waiting to happen.
to give them safety and procedure guidelines that will not overwhelm them. Give them some space. Likely each rider
What are some practices you have your is accompanied by a parent, and also
students follow?
younger siblings, and possibly non horsey
relatives as well. For safety, I have sugA. Good for you! It is wise coach who gested limiting the visitors (and dogs)
prepares their green competitors for all around the horse, rider, and barn area, and
aspects of the show day before it arrives. also a physical distance of 2 metres
As coach who enjoys working with between young children and the horse. An
novice riders, I’ve learned that there are emotional distance is another suggestion –
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limit visiting to down times
in the show schedule. Any
rider has enough to concentrate on without the video
cameras, advice and expectations of friends and fans.
Be sure the rider’s support
person is comfortable with
leading, bridling, and
bathing before show day.
I’ve seen unfortunate situations occur when a handler
loses control of a horse in a
crowded, pressured situation.
Be careful where you tie.
“Tie ‘em high and tie ‘em
short,” is one of my
favorite sayings. I am
always amazed at how and
where horses are tied (to
stall doors and other things
that move, low enough that
they could get a foot over
the lead, to trailers with
drooping hay nets or
swinging doors) Not only
is it a real danger to have
your horse break free at a
horse show, but it is a
waste of everybody’s time
and energy, and really
embarrassing to boot!
bright at a horse show, they
are like an inflated balloon,
ready to pop. The may
react in an exaggerated
manner to distractions in a
way owners may not anticipate. Have the horse
longed to take the edge off,
before the client rides.
If in doubt, don’t do it! At
horse shows, you don’t
have to look far to see the
safety envelope being
pushed. Riders sitting sideways, riding bareback, little kids being led around in
the crowded practise ring.
I’ve seen people riding in
the barn aisle, trotting back
from the show ring to the
stable, handlers changing
the bridle without the rider
dismounted. I’ve corrected
my students for bandaging
their horses in the stall
without having them tied
up, or, similarly, picking
out the stall with only the
wheelbarrow across the
door opening.
Making your riders
aware of the routines and
safety procedures to be followed at a horse show, in
advance, will prevent you
from feeling like the party
pooper or drill sergeant,
resulting in a lighter, safer
atmosphere.
The Rider’s Eyes
Q In judging english or
western equitation, on a
circle or curve, what is preferred - the rider looking
Contents may explode straight ahead, between the
under pressure. Some horse’s ears or looking
horses are initially so across to the opposite side
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you they prefer to see a
rider look where they are
going in a businesslike,
unpretentious manner. I
think a rider can communicate confidence with her
eyes in any class and, of
course, pilot her horse
much more effectively. I
was always told, as a
young rider to look
“ahead” but was never
quite sure where ahead
was. I tell my students that
their eyes should shift
between three different pictures as they ride.
The Big Picture: Using his
peripheral vision a rider
can take in a lot of the
activity around him. Where
is the next marker after this
circle so that I can exit my
circle on a straight line?
Where are the judges sitting so that I don’t run
them over? How can I cut
this corner to avoid the
horse having a blow up in
front of me? Using “big
eyes” to take in the whole
scene will not only keep
you out of trouble, but it
projects an air of professionalism as well.
Narrowing the Focus: A
rider must decide exactly
which path she wants her
horse to travel. A distance
that works for me is about
thirty feet or ten metres. I
pick a dot that distance in
front of my horse and
expect his feet to travel
through that dot. In this
way I can ride circular circles and straight lines. I
also find it a real help in
rating my pace. Where you
look is where you’ll go.
Your body will automatically follow your eyes.
Zeroing In: In my opinion
it is OK to look down at
your horse’s body from
time to time. Yes, much of
good riding involves feeling your horse’s rhythm,
straightness and frame, but
your eyes can help identify
a bulging shoulder or an
elevating head before you
might feel it. Obviously
leads and diagonals must
be identified by feel but
your eyes can pick up a
signal or expression from
your horse before it develops any further.
About The Author:
Trainer, certified Equine
Canada coach and judge,
Lindsay Grice, has prepared horses and riders for
wins at major shows in the
US and Canada for over 20
years. She has trained and
ridden horses to numerous
Provincial High Point
awards as well as AQHA's
national High Point Top
Ten status. Her popular
horsemanship clinics take
her both locally and into
the US, creating thinking
horsemen of her students
by teaching the "hows" and
"whys" of riding. For more
training and showing tips,
visit www.lgrice.com
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& horses whether it be for riding, driving, roping or simply
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PLUS we are opening this sale up to Ontario Breeders who have
4 or more consignments. Starting at 10:30 A.M. No tack
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October 7th, 2008
Carson's Annual Yearling & Mixed Standardbred Horse Sale.
Equipment selling at 2:00 P.M. with various Tack & Equipment
dispersals. Followed by Horses at 6:30 P.M. Offering weanlings,
yearlings, broodmares in foal & racehorses.
October 17th & 18th, 2008
Friday & Saturday
Carson's Fall Colours Draft & Light Horse Consignment Sale.
Friday features Horse drawn machinery, harness, saddles, trailers and
buggies. A flea market environment will take place at the same time
offering numerous tack (new & used). Followed by Light Horses
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JULY 2008 THE RIDER /49
DISCOVERY DRESSAGE
September 6 - QSLB 5, Karen
Cullum, ever-green@bellnet.ca
NATIONAL - GOLD HORSE TRIALS
Aug. 2-3 - Grandview Horse Trials
2. Sarah Irving, holman@grandviewfarm.com
NATIONAL - GOLD H/J
July 17-20 - Eastern Canadian
Summer Classic, Janet Manbert,
janetm@hendervale.com
July 23-27 - Equestrian Festival
National Hunter/Jumper, Craig
Collins, emg@equiman.com
July 30-August 3 - Summer Festival Hunter/Jumper, Craig Collins,
emg@equiman.com
Aug. 6-10 - Collingwood Festival,
Ainsley Hayes, collingwoodhorseshows@hughes.net
Aug. 10-12 - Canadian National
Exhibition Jumper Competition,
Barb Meyers, bmeyers@theex.com
Aug. 13-17 - Kubota Collingwood
Classic, Ainsley Hayes, collingwoodhorseshows@hughes.net
Aug. 20-24 - Canadian County
Classic #1, Megan Krueger,
megan@haltonplace.com
Aug. 27-31 - Canadian County
Classic #2, Megan Krueger,
megan@haltonplace.com
Sept. 3-7 - Canadian County Classic
#3,
Megan
Krueger,
megan@haltonplace.com
Sept. 3-7 - Cornerstone, Barbara
M i t c h e l l ,
info@cornerstonefarms.com
Sept. 10-14 - Autumn Classic
National Hunter/Jumper, Craig
Collins, emg@equiman.com
Sept. 17-21 - Tournament Of
Champions, Mac McQuaker,
info@tournamentofchampions.ca
Sept. 25-28 - Eastern Canadian
Autumn Classic, Janet Manbert,
janetm@hendervale.com
Nov. 7-16 - Royal Agricultural
Winter Fair, Janice Blakeney,
jblakeney@royalfair.org
Series #4
For information, contact: Brightwater Equestrian Centre, 9575
5th Sideroad, Erin, ON N0B 1T0
South East Zone Trillium Shows Call (519) 833-2233, email
Aug. 3 - Dreamcatcher Farm, info@brightwaterfarm.com •
Kingston
www.brightwaterfarm.com
Aug. 17 - Dreamcatcher Farm,
Kingston
2008 CHALLENGE
Joker's Hill Horse Show ManageSERIES HUNTER
ment - Ken Denouden @ 416-4098614
SHOWS
For other inquiries please contact July 27 - Deer Run Stables,
your zone representatives: Sara-Jo Rockwood, ON, (519) 856-9322 or
Cairns, 613-545-9294; or Jen l a u r i e @ d e e r r u n s t a b l e s . c a ,
Coles, 613-369-2474
www.deerrunstables.ca
August 17 - Meadowlarke StaNORTH EAST ZONE TRILLIUM
bles, Mississauga, ON (905) 821HUNTER/JUMPER SHOW DATES
0
4
1
9
,
July 19-20 - The Rick Smith info@meadowlarkestables.com,
Memorial Show, Foothills Farm, www.meadowlarkestables.com
Chelmsford
August 31 - Milestone Stables,
Aug. 2-3 - Sudbury Young Riders, Campbellville, ON 905-854-0762,
Foothills Farm, Chelsford
or aoc@milestoneac.ca
Aug. 30-31 - North East Fall September 14 - Brightwater
Finale, Foothills Farm, Chelmsford Equestrian Centre, Erin, ON,
(519) 833-2233 or info@brightwaGEORGIAN BAY ZONE
terfarm.com, www.brightwaterTRILLIUM SHOW DATES
farm.com
July 19-20 - Crystalbrooke, Owen September 21 - Twinholm StaSound, Jeanne Mervyn, 519-367- bles, Campbellville, ON, (905)
5134
332-9679 or Twinholm@aol.com,
Aug. 22-23 - Jack Pine Equestrian www.twinholm.com
Centre, Owen Sound, Jennifer
Gray, 519-371-0717
TRILLIUM DATES
SOUTHWEST TRILLIUM
HUNTER/JUMPER SHOWS
July 26-27 - Warwick Equestrian,
3433 Crampton Dr., Mossley, ON,
Alison Warwick, 519-269-1115
Aug. 9-10 - Greystone, 1302 South
Madden Road, Essex, Ont. Saadia
Ahmad
Aug. 23-24 - Eden Ridge, 1084
Crumlin Rd., London, Ont.,
Valerie Sinke, 519-451-7876
CENTRAL WEST TRILLIUM SHOWS
July 19-20 - Red Ribbon Stables,
Leslie McCormick, 905-687 -1669
July 25-27 - Parish Ridge Trillium
Show, (managed by J.D. Show
Management). Dorothy Meek 905547-4722, prstrilliumshow@hotmail.com
August 8-10 - Waymark Farm,
Missy Todd, 519-632-7355
August 23-24 - Brookside Equestrian Centre, Kerry Rommens, 519742-3707
NATIONAL - GOLD DRESSAGE
July 26-27 - Dressage at the Park
Gold Show - Patrick Evans,
patrick.evans@ottawa.ca
Aug. 4-9 - CNE Classic, Cara
Whitham, cara@equivents.com
Aug. 21 - Labour Day Gold Dressage At Blue Star, Shirley Hetherington, bluestarfarm@sympatico.ca
Sept. 13-14 - Ontario Dressage EASTERN ZONE TRILLIUM SHOWS
Championships, Lisa Hossack- July 19 (H)& July 20 (J) - Westar
Farms, Jeff & Bridget McKessock,
Scott, cedarlane_ec@yahoo.ca
(613) 253-0078/253-3770 (fax)
July 26 (H) & July 27 (J) - Gaelic
PRIMARY - BRONZE H/J
July 19-20 - RCRA Academy Cir- Glen, Suzanne Durie, (613) 258cuit July H/J Show, Melanie 5213/258-1999(Fax)
Aug. 23 (H) Aug. 24 (J) - Fiddlers
Wheeler, rcra@on.aibn.com
July
20
Blue
Star’s Green Stables, Pam Nuth, (613)
Hunter/Jumper Series 2, Shirley 831-2844/831-0818 (fax)
Hetherington, bluestarfarm@sym- Aug. 30 (H) & Aug. 31 (J) - Ashland Farm, Paul & Darlene Morpatico.ca
Aug. 1-3 - Trillium at Blue Star gan, (613) 257-2184/257-6005
2008 - Bronze, Shirley Hethering- (fax)
Sept. 4-7 - Trillium Champiton, bluestarfarm@sympatico.ca
Aug. 15-17 - Trillium at Markham onships, North Caledon Equestrian
Bronze,
Susan
Legge, Park, Palgrave ON
Oct. 25 - Awards Banquet, Irish
susan.legge@rogers.com
Sept. 14 - Blue Star’s Hills Golf Club, Carp
Hunter/Jumper Series 2, Shirley
Hetherington, bluestarfarm@sym- TRILLIUM CENTRAL EAST
July 25-27 - Summerfest Trillium
patico.ca
Sept. 27-28 - RCRA Academy Cir- at Pickering Horse Centre, yagcuit September H/J Show, Melanie phc@allstream.net
Aug. 1-3 - Trillium at Blue Star
Wheeler, rcra@on.aibn.com
Farm, bluestarfarm@sympatico.ca
Aug. 15-17 - Trillium at Markham,
PRIMARY - BRONZE DRESSAGE
Aug. 31 - Blue Star’s Dressage to be held at Pickering Horse CenSeries 3, Shirley Hetherington, tre, susan.legge@rogers.com
Aug. 22-24 - Zone Classic at Palbluestarfarm@sympatico.ca
Oct. 18-19 - RCRA Snowflake grave, Christine Reupke 905-713October Dressage Show, Melanie 6737, the.ridge@sympatico.ca
Oct. 18 - Central East Awards
Wheeler, rcra@on.aibn.com
Nov. 22-23 - RCRA Snowflake Banquet, Ajax Convention Centre
November Dressage Show, 550 Beck Cres, Ajax, ON.
Melanie
Wheeler,
BRIGHTWATER EVENTS
rcra@on.aibn.com
2008 Challenge Series Hunter
Show
Dates
TRILLIUM - SILVER H/J
Aug. 1-3 - Trillium At Blue Star September 14 - Challenge Series
2008 - Silver, Shirley Hethering- Hunter Show #9
CrackerJack Junior Hunter
ton, bluestarfarm@sympatico.ca
Aug. 15-17 - Trillium At Markham Show Series 18 & Under
Silver,
Susan
Legge, July 23 - CrackerJack Junior
Hunter Show Series #2
susan.legge@rogers.com
August 6 - CrackerJack Junior
Hunter Show Series #3
TRILLIUM - SILVER DRESSAGE
Aug. 16 - QSLB Gold 4, Judith August 20 - CrackerJack Junior
Hunter Show Series #4
Pineault, judith@efp.ca
Adult Hunter Show Series over
TRILLIUM - SILVER HORSE TRIALS 18 Years
Oct. 5 - Grandview Horse Trials 3, August 10 - Adult Hunter Show
Sarah Irving, holman@grandview- Series #3
September 7 - Adult Hunter Show
farm.com
SADDLE CLUBS
Ancaster Saddle Club
July 27, Aug. 24, Sept 14. All
shows held at the Ancaster Fair
Grounds, 650 Garner Rd., Ancaster. Western, Performance and
English Classes begin at 9 am.
Games Classes begin at 12 pm
(Tim Kimura Trail Classes).
www.ancastersaddleclun.com
Bertie Willoughby Saddle Club
Point Shows: July 19, Aug. 17,
Shows start at 10:00 am. Sept 20 Raindate or Fun Show. Amber
Gilbert, Assistant Secretary BWSC, agilbert4@ cogeco.ca
Dunnville Saddle Club
July 27, Aug. 24, Sept. 28. For
more information call Marsha Tarbutt 905-774-7926 or Ernestine
Farry 905-701-7796
Port Colborne Saddle Club
Events
Please put these dates in the
upcoming events pages start time is
9:00 am* please note the new start
time* August 10, August 24,
September 21
Raindates: October 5
Port Colborne Saddle Club will
also be hosting the horse show at
the Beamsville Fair date for this is
September 7, 2008 start time is
9:30 am. For more information call
President: Derick Crane @ 905680-4568
or
email:
psaddleclub@cogeco.ca
Oxford Trail Riders
July 26, Aug. 9. All shows will be
held at the Albright's, 283357
Daniel Road, just outside of Verschoyle, ON. 10 a.m. start. Fun
Show August 10 at Albright's.
Woodstock Fair Horse Show Aug. 23. Annual trail ride, Oct. 5.
2008 Banquet - Nov. 1st at CAW
Hall in Ingersoll, ON.
Rusty Gaits Saddle Club Events
Shows: July 20, August 17, Sept.
21, rain date - Sept. 28. Shows start
promptly at 10:00 a.m. Events are
held at the Aylmer Fair Grounds.
For more info: Mary @ 1-519773-5752, website: londonhorsesports.com
MINIATURE HORSE CLUB
OF ONTARIO (MHCO)
Point Shows: July 5, Aug 31, Sept
21. Eve Dexter, www.mhco.ca or
mhcoclub@xplornet.com. 905854-0168
July 19 - Ontario Miniature Horse
Classics - Guelph, ON AMHR
Sanctioned Point Show - hosted by
the MHCO, Katherine WilcoxChapman, achapman@sentex.net,
519- 823-8028
For more details, see SHOW INFO
link on the MHCO website
www.mhco.ca
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Supplies For A Happy Horseback
Trail Riding Experience
Information provided by Ontario Trail Riders Association
Here is a partial list of items that could make your trail riding experiences
more enjoyable. Be sure to add other items you find useful as you become more
experienced. In the end, you will have info. worthy of saving as a pre-ride packing
list.
Happy Trails!
TRAILER
Map
tool kit
spare tire
jack
extra oil
washer fluid
LONGER TRAIL RIDE
ADDITIONAL
SUPPLIES
Rider Stuff
rainboots
SHORTER TRAIL RIDE raincoat
chaps
SUPPLIES
shirt
shoes
Rider wearing
pants
* heeled boots
sweater
* hat / helmet
belt/buckle
* sunscreen
jacket
* bug repellent
underwear
* watch
socks
Horse tacked up and
wearing
Horse Stuff
* fly mask
leg wraps
Saddle bags bridle/reins
trail map
saddle
drinking water snacks
blankets
matches sealed
pails
camping knife
pads
sm. flashlight
lead ropes
compass
longe line
cell phone?
halter
sunscreen
picket line
first aid kit
haynet
insect repellent
grain/treats
horse first aid hoof pick
2007 Canadian Over-All
ASPR Foal Futurity
Champions
bug spray
brushes
medications
electrolytes
extra shoes
rasp/nails
hammer
extra girth
extra reins
Camp Stuff
toothbrush
toothpaste
soap
face cloth
towels
toilet paper
sleeping bag
pillow
blankets
stove
fuel
lawn chairs
tent
lantern
food
jugs of water
barbecue
cooler
thermos
ice
flashlight
plates
cutlery
table
pots
frying pan
mug
can opener
paper towel
radio
sewing kit
axe/hatchet
leather repair
kit with
extra leather
Horse News and Views
• With the heavy rains of the last few weeks, horse owners are reminded to discuss
vaccination needs with your veterinarian to determine the risks for mosquitomorne diseases, such as West Nile Virus (WNV) and Eastern/Western Encephalitis (EEE and WEE). Both types of viruses can cause severe disease and be fatal
to horses. Mosquitos thrive in wet weather and live in stagnant water all summer
long. (Dr. Dan Kenny, Ontario Veterinary College).
Farclo’s Isolde (*Rhoson Pasiant X Farclo Black Pearl) 2007
ASPR Canadian Overall Foal Futurity Reserve Champion
•
Morton’s Jasmine (*Stockham Commander M X
*Royalview Jubilation) 2007 ASPR Canadian Overall Foal
Futurity Champion
Editor’s Note: The captions for these photos were
reversed last issue. We apologise for any confusion,
What cal trainers, assistants, and owners do to prevent diseases enterine the
barn?
• Keep records of body temperature and determine abnormal patterns.
• Encourage information feedback from all staff (grooms etc.),
even the bad news.
• Don’t let horses share water buckets at shows/events.
• Wash hands between horses, where possible.
• If you suspect a horse is sick, consult your stable veterinarian.
• Federally reportable disease (rabies, EIA) must be reported to the
Canadian Food Inspection Agency.
• Diseases should be prevented and/or dealt with at their onset to minimize
their effect on the horse and stable mates. Changes in disease status
should be monitored. (Woodbine Entertainment Group).
For further information contact Dr. Bob Wright (519) 846-3412 or visit our
website: http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/livestock/horses/news.html
Ontario Association
of
Equine Practitioners
50/ JULY 2008 THE RIDER
Tina Busse-Irwin Dances to Grand Prix
Freestyle Victory at
CDI-W Blainville International Classic
Blainville, Quebec —- Tina Busse-Irwin of Lakefield, ON, was the winner on Saturday night during the grand finale of the CDI-W Blainville International Classic held June 26 to 28 at Blainville
Equestrian Park north of Montreal, QC.
Sold-out since its inception, Saturday
evening’s Freestyle Gala is the highlight of the
CDI-W Blainville International Classic and features Grand Prix and Intermediaire I Freestyle performances, which see riders choreograph required
movements to the music of their choice.
Busse-Irwin selected giant hits from Tina
Turner and Lionel Ritchie to highlight the performance of Amicelli, a 12-year-old Holsteiner gelding owned by her mother, Ute Busse, and Wendy
Beresford. ‘Simply The Best’ is used for the pas-
sage and trot tour while ‘What’s Love Got To Do
With It?’ highlights the canter work. The panel of
five international judges rewarded Busse-Irwin
with the winning score of 68.90%.
“I was really pleased with him, his piaffe and
passage were very expressive,” said Busse-Irwin,
whose freestyle program was produced by Wendy
Watson and Lewis Manne of Zap Productions,
long-time supporters of Busse-Irwin and her husband, fellow international dressage competitor,
Jaimey Irwin. “To put all this hard work, time and
energy into it and have it all come together is
amazing. I’ve had my share of wild rides on him,
so it is very rewarding! The music really suits him,
and I have a lot of fun with the freestyle.”
It was Busse-Irwin’s second year contesting
“Tina Busse-Irwin won the Grand
Prix Freestyle to close out the CDIW Blainville International Classic
on Saturday night, June 28.”
Photo credit – Cealy Tetley,
www.tetleyphoto.com
the Grand Prix Freestyle at Blainville and the 27-yearold athlete noted, “It is great atmosphere, and a great
venue. You don’t get to do a lot of competitions with the
lights, at night, in front of big crowds, so it is great to get
the horses out there. I really enjoy coming to this show.”
Making her debut in the Freestyle Gala at
Blainville was runner-up Simone Williams. The resident
of Navan, ON, performed a Latin-inspired program
designed by Applause Dressage and featuring Canadian
artists Jesse Cook, Pavlo and Juan Jose Carranza. Two
of the five judges had Williams to win, but her overall
score of 66.25% left her in second place overall with
Wunder Ein, a 10-year-old Hannoverian gelding that she
purchased in Germany as a two-year-old.
“He performed very well in the electric atmosphere, I was proud of him,” noted Williams, a member
of Canada’s Team at the 1999 Pan American Games. “It
was our first time performing the Freestyle at Blainville
under the lights, and I was very happy with how expressive he was.”
Williams was also impressed by the number of
people who came out watch the freestyle performances,
despite less than ideal weather conditions.
“It was raining, and yet the bleachers were still
full,” she said. “So many people just brought their
umbrellas and came out to support dressage. We need
great competitions like this one in Blainville to showcase the musical freestyle and give spectators a chance
to enjoy it.”
Cindy Ishoy, a member of Canada’s Bronze Medal
Team at the 1988 Seoul Olympics, placed third riding
the 10-year-old Dread Response. The pair earned a score
of 65.05% while Armand Valkenborg of Ste. Marthe,
QC, placed fourth with 63.05% riding Seigneur, a nineyear-old Dutch Warmblood gelding by Jazz.
In the Intermediaire Freestyle, Canadian Olympian
Belinda Trussell of Stouffville, ON, easily captured victory. Riding Anton, an eight-year-old Saxon-bred gelding owned by her mother, Robyn Eames, Trussell earned
an impressive score of 71.15%.
Following in second was 1988 Olympic bronze
medalist Gina Smith of Brockville, ON, who earned
66.95% riding Frappuccino. Lee Tubman of Smithville,
ON, rounded out the top three by earning 66.50% with
De La Rosa, a seven-year-old Hannoverian mare by De
Niro.
For more information on the CDI-W Blainville
International Classic, visit www.equivents.com. Full
results are available at www.foxvillage.com.
CDI-W Grand Prix Freestyle – Final Results
Rider Hometown Horse Score
1. Tina Busse-Irwin Lakefield, ON Amicelli 68.90%
2. Simone Williams Navan, ON Wunder Ein 66.25%
3. Cindy Ishoy Lynden, ON Dread Response 65.20%
4. Armand Valkenborg Ste. Marthe, QC Seigneur 63.05%
“Tina Busse-Irwin and Amicelli won the Grand Prix
on Thursday, June 26, at the CDI-W Blainville
International Classic.” Photo credit
Cealy Tetley, www.tetleyphoto.com
JULY 2008 THE RIDER /51
Icelandic Horse show at Clear Lake Farm well attended
By K. Reinhartz
Since the year 2000 Otmar and Kordula
Fueth have hosted an annual Icelandic Horse
show at their farm in Magnetawan, ON, 3 hours
north of Toronto. This year’s show was on June
14/15, 2008 and saw more than 20 riders from
the Toronto, Orangeville, London, and Ottawa
area as well as local competitors. 29 horses competed in 10 different classes. The event was
judged by four of the six licensed National Sport
Judges for Icelandic Horse shows. In every gait
or tölt class three judges judged individually
showing their scores after each performance. The
scores were given according to the FEIF International Judging Guidelines.
After several days of heavy rain fall and
thunder storms the visitors at Clear Lake Farm
were blessed with two days of nice weather. A
large number of spectators came from as far as
King City for the weekend and some traveled
from within a 100 km radius just to watch the
wonderful Icelandic Horses for a few hours. All
were taken by the friendly and entertaining atmosphere at the event.
Saturday started off with a variety of tölt
classes and continued with the popular 3-Gait
class. The oval track events finished with the
Flag Race a speedy event in which dexterity of
horse and rider play a big roll. Fast and harmonious rides got the spectators out of their chairs
cheering on their favorite competitor. Later a
small group of spectators made the effort to walk
out to watch the participants “fly” through the
Cross Country Course – the last class of the day.
Riders had to follow a set course taking 5 jumps,
max. high 60 cm/2 feet, pass through uphill and
downhill sections. Time was all that counts. The
wet weather during the days before the event had
left plenty of muddy sections and puddles on the
course making it worthwhile to wash horse, tack
and clothes after the class. All but one rider who
unfortunately came off at the first jump were
returning to the barn with big smiles on their faces having
mastered the course and enjoyed the dexterity of their
horses.
In the evening about 55 people gathered for dinner
and award ceremony for Saturday‘s classes at the local
Magnetawan Inn Restaurant.
Sunday morning started with the Temperament Test
Toronto CADORA is pleased to
present internationally acclaimed
trainer, Chris Irwin
“Developing the Happy Dressage
Horse the Chris Irwin Way”
Aurora, Ontario: Wednesday, July 2, 2008 — Developing the happy
Dressage horse is at the heart of a special event featuring Canada’s
own internationally acclaimed horse trainer and gifted communicator, Chris Irwin. Presented by Toronto CADORA (Canadian Dressage Owners’ and Riders’ Association), this exciting event, which
features lectures and demonstrations, takes place Thursday, July 24,
2008 at 6:30 p.m. at Pine Ridge, 14290 Weston Road (north of King
Side road) in King City, Ontario, a beautiful facility owned and operated and kindly donated for the occasion by Gary and Jeannie Vander
Ploeg. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required before July 17.
Contact Pam Hope at pamhope@rogers.com or call 905.642.2865.
Cost per person is $35 for CADORA members and $45 for nonmembers, and includes entrance and light refreshments.
Acknowledged as the man who has “cracked the code of
Equus,” Chris’ evolutionary approach to horsemanship follows 30
years of personal experience and research. His assertive yet nonthreatening methods have been highlighted on television, including
Canada A.M. and The Discovery Channel, documented on DVD in
his own acclaimed training series — Discover Your Horse Power
with Chris Irwin, and have played a leading educational role with
innovative programs such as the U.S. Government’s Wild Mustang
Adoption Program and the Maker’s Mark Secretariat Center in Lexington, Kentucky. A widely read columnist, Chris is the author of
two bestselling books — “Horse’s Don’t Lie,” and “Dancing With
Your Dark Horse.” Chris has lectured extensively at colleges and
universities and presented at prestigious horse shows and equine
expositions in North America, including Spruce Meadows, Equine
Affaire, Equitana, and appeared as a featured clinician at European
horse expos, including NH Dag in Arnhem, The Netherlands, and the
Equistyle Event in Brussels, Belgium. As well, Chris offers his highly successful Train The Trainer Certification Program across North
America, The Netherlands and Ireland.
“We are thrilled that Chris will be presenting for us and
feel fortunate to have been included in his very busy schedule,” notes
Dorothy McDonall, President of Toronto CADORA. “We’d also like
to acknowledge his
generous donation of both time and financial resources in support of
the club’s new educational mandate.”
Sponsored by: York Saddlery and Harness, Red Scarf Equestrian,
Fold-a-Cart and Pony Up Equestrian
Toronto CADORA is a non-profit Dressage group dedicated to promoting sound and horse-friendly practices and the benefits
of the classical riding system to all equestrian disciplines through fun
and informative educational forums, including clinics, seminars,
workshops, demonstrations and social activities.
Judie Thompson
Victoria Stonicus
in which the horses were shown in hand.
Handler and horse had to walk through a
course not exceeding a maximum time tackling obstacles like going over a tarp, walking
through an alley of tires, past a fence line
with plastic bags flapping in the wind, backing your horse out of L-shaped logs, pushing
a wheelbarrow, carrying an umbrella and
leading your horse on the right hand side. All
of the participants did quiet well. Judges and
spectators thought it was an interesting class.
It was followed by the V5 Four Gait
class in which in addition to the gaits the seat
and aids of the rider are judged too. The two
finals for the Tölt Test T7 and 3-Gait Class
ended the “serious” part of the competition.
In the finals the five best horses of the preliminary round compete at the same time in
the ring, for the final ranking. Scores are
given after each section of the class making
it very exciting for the spectators to follow.
Lunch break gave participants an
opportunity to prepare for the “Beauty Contest”. Everyone could present the horses
either under saddle or being lead. The spectators got to vote the most beautiful combination. It was a lovely picture to see the decorated horses and well dressed handlers/riders. The last class “Simon says” saw almost
all riders on their horses just before the closing ceremony finished the Fun & Pleasure
event at Clear Lake Farm.
During the ceremony two exclusive
awards are always handed out at the show.
One for the “Most versatile Horse in Show”
called the “Ludwig Reinhartz Memorial
Award”. This special award is handed out in
remembrance of Ludwig Reinhartz (Kordulas’s father) whose belief was that the versatility of the Icelandic Horse is one of its most
attractive features. Therefore he has always
encouraged riders to compete in different
classes and events. Based on results of the
preliminary round in one tölt class, one gait
class, cross country course, temperament test
and the highest score from one other class,
the horse with the most points wins the
award.
This year’s winner was Hrafntinna frá
Clear Lake Farm, 6 years old, ridden by
Priska Odermatt, owned by Otmar Fueth.
Hrafntinna belongs to the new generation of
brood mares and riding horses at Clear Lake
Farm
The second award goes to the breeder
of the “Best Canadian Bred Horse in Show”.
The idea behind this award is to encourage
Canadian breeders to produce quality horses
that are suitable for both pleasure and show.
Based on the results of the preliminary round
in one tölt class, one gait class & the highest
score from one other class, horses that are
bred and born in Canada are ranked.
Kordula Reinhartz-Fueth received this
award for the talented 5-year old mare Hryssa frá Clear Lake by Náttfari vom Wiesenhof
out of Orka frá Clear Lake. Hryssa, owned
by Lois Jopling from Bridgenorth, has just
finished her 3 months long basic training.
Kordula rode her to the win in the Tölt Test
T7 and The Loose Rein Tölt T6. In addition
Hryssa placed second in the 3-Gait class and
5th in the Flag Race.
It was wonderful to see how well the
junior riders in the Icelandic Horse group are
coming along. Due to the small number of
riders involved participants off all ages compete together at the Fun & Pleasure event at
Clear Lake Farm. The youngest rider was 8
and the oldest 75 years old. The youngest
horses were 5 years old (this is the minimum
age for Icelandic Horse competition) and the
oldest was 24. All in all a true “Fun & Pleasure” event! See you there next year!
Dressage Canada Announces Line Up Change to
the 2008 Olympic Games Team
Ottawa, ON—Christilot Boylen has
informed the Dressage Canada Olympic
Selection Committee that she will not
travel to Hong Kong with Gachino as the
Reserve Combination for the 2008
Olympic Games. The Reserve position
requires that the combination travel with
the three team combinations to be ready to
compete at the Olympic Games if the need
arises as a substitution can occur up until
one hour before the first Horse Inspection
at the Olympic Games.
Therefore, in accordance with the
Selection Criteria and the substitution policy, the Dressage Selection Committee is
pleased to nominate Evi Strasser and
Quantum Tyme to the Olympic Team as
Canada’s Reserve Combination. Strasser
and Quantum Tyme achieved the fifth best
qualifying average score pursuant to the
criteria, and are therefore the next eligible
combination for nomination purposes.
Dressage Canada continues to have
very high confidence in the 2008 Team,
and looks forward to sending a strong contingent to Hong Kong.
The 2008 Olympic Games Dressage
Team is:
Rider / Hometown / Horse / Owner
• Ashley Holzer / Toronto, ON / Pop Art /
Ian and Moreen Nicoll and Rusty Holzer
• Jacqueline Brooks / Mt. Albert, ON /
Gran Gesto / Brinc Ltd. and Anne Welch
• Leslie Reid / Langley, BC / Orion /
Patricia Hatch and George Hatch
• Travelling Reserve—Evi Strasser/ St
Adele, QC / Quantum Tyme / Tanya
Strasser-Shostak and Steve Pepin
About Dressage Canada
Dressage Canada, as a committee of
Equine Canada, is the National governing
body for Dressage in Canada. Dressage
Canada’s objective is to foster the growth
of Dressage and the pursuit of excellence
in the sport at the local, national and international levels. Dressage Canada provides
support and guidance to both amateur and
professional through the following programs: coaching education and programs,
officials’ education and programs, rules &
qualifying criteria, sport development,
publications & awards. For more information about Dressage Canada, please visit
the Dressage section of the Equine Canada
site.
Lamaze Nabs Repeat Win in Duel
with Henselwood
CALGARY, ALBERTA, JULY 5, 2008
In the final stretch to the Olympic Games,
Canadian team-mates Eric Lamaze and Jill
Henselwood found themselves the only
two finalists in a lucrative individual contest July 5th. They topped the field of 42
starters from six nations in the $200,000
Queen Elizabeth II Cup at Spruce Meadows.
Lamaze was the defending champion
in today’s competition with his Olympic
partner, Hickstead. In the two-round formula, under sunny skies, Lamaze and
Henselwood were the only two to produce
two faultless rounds each. Henselwood
was also on her Olympic mount, Special
Ed.
When the team-mates advanced to a
timed tie-breaker Lamaze and the alwaysspeedy Hickstead were faultless again in
42.763 seconds. Henselwood and Special
Ed set out to catch them, but with a knockdown at the third jump, she made a quick
decision to voluntarily withdraw and settle
for second-place and the $40,000 prize
money that would go with it.
Earlier this week, Lamaze had
moved up to the third-ranked rider in the
world and today’s win could give him
another boost when riders are ranked next
month, just before the Olympics. Today he
earned a $50,000 bonus, in addition to
today’s $66,000 first-place prize money.
The bonus is for winning two grand prix
in the 2008 Spruce Meadows series, a
bonus he also claimed last year.
Both Lamaze and Henselwood feel
their mount’s performances are right on
target, with the show jumping portion of
the Games a little over a month away.
“Hickstead can do a lot. He has incredible
energy”, Lamaze said of the horse whose
energy he was once unsure he could contain. As a young horse, Lamaze didn’t
know if his partner’s incredible energy
was a benefit or a hindrance, but as they
approach the biggest competition in the
world, he has complete confidence. “He’s
just a great horse. There is no horse I
would rather be going there with”, he says
with a smile.
Canadians have dominated this final
week at the world-renowned Calgary
venue, with Lamaze winning multiple
competitions on multiple mounts and
Henselwood also posting a big win with
Special Ed. Other team members Ian Millar and Mac Cone, as well as Olympic second alternate Mario Deslauriers were right
behind, sometimes filling out the top-five.
“Our team is really strong right now”, an
obviously excited Henselwood said. “We
have good team spirit with this group”.
Henselwood won Pan American
individual gold last year, while Lamaze
claimed bronze and the team claimed silver. The team there was comprised of the
same four riders that will form Canada’s
Olympic team. The horses, too, will be the
same for all but Cone.
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The Odd Couple and
The Miracle of Recovery
Kelly Bowers
Carol Richards has eight
equines but until recently did not
have a miniature horse. She is a
recent member of The MHCO,
lives in Erin and now has a special
3 year old mini named Harley.
When she first met Harley, he was
the regular pasture partner of Galad
the Clydesdale. They lived on a
farm for sale in the local area.
Carol purchased both horses, rescuing them from the fate of a meat
packer in November, 2007.
After leaving a deposit with
the owner, Carol left the pair at
their original home for a few weeks
while they renovated stalls for the
gigantic Clydesdale and reinforced
fences. Finally, the day arrived
when Carol arrived at the farm to
collect the odd couple. Unbelievably, she found staff had tied the
two together in a standing stall and
knew she had to get them home as
soon as possible.
While waiting for the trailer,
both horses relaxed and, lay down
to rest. Suddenly the huge mare
jumped to her feet and stepped on
the mini’s leg. When he, in turn,
jumped in pain, the small cannon
bone of his left hind leg was
snapped in two pieces!
Though Carol had made a
down payment on both horses, the
owner told her she could just “forget about” the mini and just take
the clyde. The owner made it clear
that he was not financially responsible for any vet costs. They would
put Harley down immediately as
there was obviously no point of trying to save him.
Carol thought about her limited options. She could see how
vulnerable Harley was with his leg
hanging limply. But, she had to at
least try to find someone who could
save the sweet little horse. She con-
sulted six vets that night, including
her own, Dr. Kirsten Graham of the
Wingrove Veterinary Services in
Guelph.
Dr. Graham drove out to the
farm and took x-rays. She applied
a splint and gave him pain reliever
to help him through the night. It
was all they could do until Harley
could be referred to a surgeon the
next day. If he felt the outcome
would be promising, the leg might
be saved and she recommended
they contact surgeon, Dr. Bruce
Watt from The Caledon Equine
hospital.
The next day, Dr Watt and
the vet clinic personnel looked over
x-rays. Harley had three positive
points going for him. Fortunately,
they saw a clean break on the xrays. Harley was only 2 yrs. old
and should heal well, and Harley’s
size was key in the decision making process. Being a Miniature
Horse, he was light on his feet. A
larger, heavier horse, would not
have been as good of a candidate
for the procedure.
Carol spoke with Dr. Watt
who said he thought there was a
good chance he could save the mini
and Carol made the decision to
transport Harley to the Caledon
Equine hospital for Dr.Watt to perform surgery. That same day,
Harley had three pins put in his
fractured leg, and was wrapped in a
full cast. He stayed at the hospital
for a few days for observation, and
was then released to Carol to finally go home.
He was confined to a small
stall to limit walking. His bandages
were rewrapped daily and his temperature was monitored. Every
three weeks, a return to the hospital
was needed (thanks to a neighbour
with a trailer), until March. By
then, new x-rays indicated the
splint could come off, but his activity was still limited. So, they started with little short walks down the
driveway, then longer walks, then
it got to the point Carol could hardly hold him in, given his glee that
Spring had finally arrived in late
April.
Continued on Page 60
Selecting a Miniature horse
for Driving
Choose a horse that suits the type of
driving you want to do. If you want to
drive in breed shows you will need a more
refined, upheaded, fancy trotting horse. If
you want to partake in CDE’s (Combined
Driving Event) you will need a sturdier,
longer strided horse that moves easily and
won’t break down with the harder work.
While both types should be on the bit when
driving, the Pleasure horse is expected to
show more collection or compressed energy.
Conformation plays a big part in the
ability of a horse to drive. Though there is
no guarantee, good conformation usually
helps a horse to move better. It is almost
impossible to find a perfect horse but as
long as you recognize your own horse’s
faults you can help him to develop, with
exercise, into a decent driving horse.
Temperament is also very important. A
nervous, uncertain horse will not likely
make a good driving horse as he won’t be
dependable and could be inclined to bolt at
any hint of danger. A bold, aggressive horse
can be a good choice if you participate in
CDE’s but, for most people, look for a horse
with a calm, willing disposition.
When driving, our goal is to get the
weight off the front end and onto the back,
opening up the shoulder to move the buggy
forward while the stronger back end pushes
it ahead. In order for a horse to be able to
do this, he needs a strong back and hip.
When you look at the horse they should
appear to be built slightly uphill with the
withers a bit higher than the highest point of
the croup. You are looking for a back
which is not too long, and a nice rounded
croup without excessive slope to the tailhead.
Being both a farrier and a driving
enthusiast, I always take a good look at the
feet. Seen from the side, the angle of the
hoof should match that of the fetlock. Minis
have an excellent natural foot although they
tend to lean towards club feet or a too steep
hoof angle. This means poor shock absorption and can lead to arthritic problems later.
The other extreme is the overlong toe which
can lead to navicular disease or inflammation of the navicular bone. Look for a well
balanced foot centered on the leg.
It is important that the legs be straight
and of heavy enough bone to do the job but
not so stocky he moves heavily. Overly long
pasterns will give a longer stride but break
down easier. Too short or upright will not
allow for shock absorption and give a shorter stride. Calf or bench knees should be
avoided as they will strain the tendons. The
angle of the hock in the back leg is important as the back end is where the motor is.
If the hock is too open the horse won’t be
able to get his back legs under his body easily. If it is too angled, or sicklehocked, it
will be weak and break down easily. Look
for a hock that is large, close to the ground
for strength and sets the legs straight under
the body.
The shoulder should be a 90 degree
angle between the shoulder blade and the
humerus to allow for free movement. A
large, well muscled shoulder, broad chest
and easy moving elbows makes it easier for
a horse to pull.
The horse’s neck and how it attaches
to the rest of the body is of great importance
in a driving horse. The problem most often
seen with Minis is the too short, too thick
neck that ties in too low. The neck needs to
tie in high enough to allow for the breastcollar to rest above the point of the shoulder
while allowing for clearance of the windpipe. The short necked horse will also tend
to get heavy on the bit as they lean forward
attempting to balance. A neck that is too
long will make it difficult to get his weight
on the back end, which is where we want it
for driving. The head does not necessarily
have to be pretty but it needs to tie into the
neck at a nice open angle. A pretty head,
though, is an added bonus.
Submitted by
Lori Rafter
York, ON
(905) 772-3052
Miniature Horses once again harness crowd’s attention at the Hanover Raceway!
Submitted by Carolyn Aarup,
ture Horse enthusiasts.
MHCO Public Relations CoordiThere were 5 entries that
nator & Treasurer
year and when Klerks
On Saturday, June 28, 2008
offered it again in 2007,
Hanover Raceway, for the third
due to the high interest
year in a row, offered its Harness
level, some entries had
racing fans a unique opportunity
to be turned away since
by hosting an official Miniature
all 7 posts were filled so
Horse harness race during its reguquickly. Due to the
lar scheduled races.
large number of interestBetween the 3rd and 4th
ed racers this year,
Standardbred race, there was an
Klerks broke the race
Exhibition Race involving 6 Reginto two separate races;
istered Miniature Horses who
one for “A” sized Miniacompeted in a quarter mile dash.
tures (34” and under)
This race was offered for “A”
and the other for “B”
Division sized Miniatures who
sized Miniatures (over
measured 34” and under at their
34” and up to 38”). The
withers. Drivers and horses came
“B” Division is filling up
from all over Ontario to race their
quickly already with
Miniatures against each other.
Nicole Ruby of Mildmay drove “Elysium’s Norma Jean” to a first place fin- entries and is scheduled
These enthusiastic horses and
for Saturday, Sept 27,
ish at Hanover Raceway’s 3rd Annual Miniature Horse Harness Race.
their drivers had the excited audi2008. Klerks and the
ence on their feet cheering them on as they Mike and Kelly Doherty of Old Trafford racers alike (and hopefully the fans) hope
trotted towards the finish line and
Acres, Meaford.
these two races will continue to be annual
the applause was deafening as the results
People were still buzzing about it later events held at the Hanover Raceway.
were announced:
that night in the grandstands proving the
Measured in inches at the withers rather
Miniatures definitely made an impact! A than hands as are their larger equine counter1st - “Elysium’s Norma Jean” driven by number of people who had come to watch parts, Miniature Horses can range in height
Nicole Ruby of Five Star Miniatures, Mild- that night specifically to see the Miniatures up to maximum 38”. They are a true breed
may (in 1 min. 36
race as they’d either watched them last year and must be registered in one of the recogsec.)
or heard about them. General manager, Gord nized Miniature Horse Registries. Although
2nd - “Summertime Troy” driven by Jon Duggan confirms that the largest crowd they bare resemblance to ponies, they are the
Gordon of Summertime Miniatures, Stayner attending any of the Hanover race nights product of almost 400 years of select breed3rd - “Double 07” driven by Glen Kavelman showed up to see the miniature horse harness ing using large horse bloodlines.
of Kavelbel Miniatures, Wroxeter
race. Quite an achievement in three short
Miniature Horses make excellent com4th - “Walkabout Tom Thumb” driven by years.
panions for anyone but can also excel in a
Don Pearson of Riverside Acres, Lisle
In 2006, Sheila Klerks, a Miniature and variety of disciplines: performance halter
5th - “Katelands Redrock” driven by Eve Standardbred horse owner, approached the classes, jumping, costume, carriage pleasure
Dexter of Old Bell Farm, Rockwood
Hanover Raceway to put on a Miniature driving and of course, harness racing. They
6th - “Blue Boy Supreme” driven by Dennis Horse Exhibition race on the Sunday of the require most of the same care as a full sized
Merner of Little Horseshoe Acres, Clinton
Hanover Fall Fair. She felt it was a much horse but on a much smaller scale.
The winner was awarded a beautiful needed event to promote this aspect of the
Harness racing for Miniature Horses
cooler embroidered with “Hanover Raceway Miniature Horse breed and fill a niche which has been a popular sport in the United States
Mini Race 2008” generously donated by had been shown interest in by many Minia- for some time and is becoming more popular
here in Canada. Perhaps as a result of this race, retired racing enthusiasts, who believed they would only ever participate in the sport of harness racing in the future as an observer, are thinking twice about staying in retirement …
If you would like more information about Miniature
Horses and other Miniature Horse events, please be sure to
check out the Miniature Horse Club of Ontario. This is a
club for Miniature Horse enthusiasts. The MHCO website is
www.mhco.ca
54/ JULY 2008 THE RIDER
Second Annual MHCO
2008 Miniature Horse Driving Trial a Success!
(Submitted by Carolyn Aarup, MHCO Public Relations Director &
Treasurer)
On Sunday, June 22, 2008 the Miniature Horse Club of Ontario
(MHCO) offered its second Driving Trial hosted by MHCO member,
Eve Dexter of Old Bell Farm. The MHCO Driving Trials are run
much like a regular large horse Combined Driving Event (CDE) with
some moderations to allow it to be a “learning” event. This year
there were two Divisions: Training and Preliminary.
Left: “Sharon Crawford-Mackay and her navigator drive their Miniature, “Lil
Bit” through the Cross Country Course at the 2008 MHCO Driving Trial.
Sharon placed 2nd in the Training Division”. Photos courtesy of Marc Dexter.
Participants at the MHCO
Driving Trial were
able to arrive the day
prior to get their
horses settled and to
familiarize themselves with the property and to ask questions.
Although
the Cross Country
course was closed to
horses and their
vehicles, participants
had the opportunity
to walk the course
and plan out their
routes in the hazards.
They could also take
their horses in and
around the actual
Dressage ring for
practice. Despite
Above: Michelle Courtemanche and “JEM Nite
Dancer” in their Dressage course at the 2008 MHCO the inclement weathDriving Trial. Michelle placed 1st in Dressage & er, the evening was
Cones and was awarded Grand Champion in the full of fun with a
Training Division.
potluck BBQ, campPhotos courtesy of
fires and camping.
Marc Dexter.
Sunday
was the big day starting with a Whips
meeting and then ample time to walk the
Cross Country course again one final time
prior to the start of the Dressage Tests.
Eight hitches turned out with a few new
drivers as well as those who drove last
year. The judge for the day was Mandy
Mulder. Mandy was available after the
Trial to speak with the competitors, if they
chose, with constructive feedback on their
elements at the end of the day.
The first element in the MHCO Driving
Trial was the Dressage Test in which the
horse and driver must perform a set course
in an arena being judged on the ability and
accuracy to perform various gait changes
of walk and trot. The second element of
Continued on Page 60
JULY 2008 THE RIDER /55
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Cedar Rail Ranch is nestled in the scenic Mississagi
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view of Tunnel Lake. The spacious log cabin sleeps 7
people comfortable and 11 cozy . The stable has 3 standing
stalls and 2 box stalls with a large corral for your private
use while visiting. Crown land surrounds the complex so
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Clear Lake Cottage
Clear Lake (now officially Newell Lake) is just a 2
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The floating dock is only a short swim from shore. Golfing and shopping just a short 15 min. drive. Enjoy a
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Kendal Hills
Come and experience the beauty of the Oak Ridges
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Martin Wood Resort
Martin Wood is located on the doorstep of
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• Maple bush & pasture
• Ponds & Creeks • Walking
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Jill Henselwood Named CAVALOR
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The
Carriage Driver
Considering the Horse – Cautions about Lunging the Young Horse
Life is a continuous learning process
and a good thing, too! In the past, I had
been taught to lunge my young horse, to
warm him up and to build muscle and
wind. These lunging sessions would run
for 30 minutes and sometimes more. That
this was injurious to my horse, reducing
the longevity of his legs, was not something anyone mentioned, until now.
Kirsten Brunner pointed out that lunging
puts strain on one side of the horse, on
side at a time. While the horse moves on
the circle, tendons and ligaments are
strained constantly. The consequences
are the reduced usability of the horse and
increased lameness, as the years pass. To
ensure the longevity and lifetime comfort
of our equine partners, then, how should
the horse be warmed up and used?
Lunging for a short time is fine, in
order to get the bucks and kicks out.
After that, however, moving the horse in a
straight line makes best use of all muscles
and reduces excess tension on ligaments
and tendons. The horse is helped to balance, learns to use himself with energy
coming from the hindquarters and is made
straight, where each side works equally
strongly and with equal energy. When
driving, the circle is practiced only one
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Vice-President: Sandra Hendrickson (416) 259-1348
Secretary/OEF: Mary Gregoris (905) 939-2612
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Newsletter: Jeff Kohler (705) 733-8161
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Website: www.eopds.ca
Membership applications available on the website
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President: Mary Mulligan 613-692-3296, mianfarm@xplornet.com
Vice-President: Lynda Rivington 613-567-7347
Treasurer: Jennifer Rennie 613-831-2154
Secretary: Maney McNeil 613-347-2541
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round at a time, going large around the school immediately
thereafter. However, an exception to this exists. If the circle is truly sub-par, where the horse falls in or bulges out,
then the circle is better done again, in order that the driver
has a chance to correct the enormity of the problems right
away. Driving in the ring can be made more interesting for
the horse and driver by changes of direction, serpentine
curves off the side, the occasional circle, and frequent transitions. Driving outside on the road also provides a welcome change for horse and driver.
On days when driving is not possible, what are the
options? Long-lining, going, again, on straight lines—out
for a walk down the road, for instance—is far better for
horse and driver than lunging. Riding the horse is also a
good choice. For the young horse, as in my situation with
Beaverwoods Bryer, riding him at a walk is fine, if I want
to ride him myself. In order that Bryer be ridden at the
other gaits, however, someone who weighs less ensures he
will not be overstrained. Driving is the discipline which
impacts the horse’s legs the least. Carriages are balanced
such that the horse is pulling very little; harness and carriage together puts only about 25 pounds on the horse’s
back, says Kirsten Brunner.
1/ Hunter/Jumper Mackenzie Clark training Bryer
2/ Hunter/Jumper Ashley Nevidomskis training Bryer
3/ Brooklyn Welden lunging Bryer
4/ Brooklyn Welden driving Bryer in a lesson with Kirsten
Brunner
5/ Brooklyn Welden riding Bryer carefully at a walk
Photos by Nether Photography
Briar’s Corner:
Three Training “Tidbits”
from Kirsten Brunner
—lunge for no more than 10 minutes, 5 minutes per side
—lunging in a halter allows
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—riding for an hour at a
walk is a good workout if
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EOPDS Spring Program Focuses on Education
By Lynda Rivington
Following a successful AGM in February, the Eastern Ontario
Pleasure Driving Society (EOPDS) kicked off its 2008 season with two
clinics both given by well-known and respected drivers from the
Toronto area. Education is one of the EOPDS goals and it was fitting
that club members had access to two learning events so early in the season.
Both clinics focused on educating the carriage driver, whether a
novice or experienced whip, or a youth intent on improving their skills
under the new Young Drivers Program.
In early May, Wayne Byrne and Barry Beach organized a weekend of driving with clinician Gerry McCallum from Loretto at Sunset
Farms in Stittsville. This event brought out 21 auditors and 19 drivers.
The first day was geared to the novice driver, beginning in the
morning with a lengthy harnessing demonstration and continuing in the
afternoon with private and semi-private lessons. Maney McNeil’s
patient Appaloosa Analong stood quietly for most of the morning as the
dos and don’ts of harnessing were explained and many questions
answered by Gerry.
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The second day focused on the more experienced driver and
everyone benefited from Gerry’s tips and suggestions. Auditors and
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Gerry drove and explained what he was doing. Each driver went home
with something to work on.
Later in May, Ian and Mary Mulligan hosted a two-day clinic at
their Mian Farm in Manotick with noted clinician Kirsten Brunner from
Hillsburgh. Thirteen participants came out for this clinic – an excellent
turnout for a mid-week event given that so many club members work or
attend school.
Kirsten adapted her lessons to the level of each turnout and whip,
always keeping the goals of the driver foremost in mind. Participants
ran the gamut from ones attending their very first clinic to the more
seasoned competitor to individuals solely intent on driving for their
own enjoyment.
Everything from harness adjustments and longlining techniques to
dressage work and how to drive a cones course was covered and rounded out a second successful event.
Wayne Byrne
Both clinics had a good turnout of young drivers who are all participating in the Young Drivers Program. Administered by past president Margaret Monnelly, this program is designed to enable six students to pursue their enjoyment of carriage driving and to receive professional training in reinsmanship.
Young drivers Jordan Alma, Heather Beach, Shelby Heinbuch,
Savy Mykytyn and Danielle Mercier were all eager to build on their
driving skills and drove admirably at the clinics.
As Margaret Monnelly commented, “Observing the lessons at
both clinics, I was firmly impressed by the participation of these young
people. It was obvious that both clinicians were also impressed.”
The EOPDS has a full program of activities this year, including
several social drives, a Fun Day of Driving at Mian Farm, and member
participation at local and away competitions.
Success In The Bluegrass Canadians
Reclaim a Victory
By: Alicja Piotrowski
As horse show season settles before us, the summer months quickly
become packed with weekend after weekend of showing, for avid horse
lovers alike. However, exciting as it may all be, it is our successes that truly
gratify all of the timeless hours, early mornings and late evenings, spent out
on the farm. And yet show after show, we continue on slaving away, as it
were, alongside our equine companions, striving for such bittersweet success. Achievement however, becomes a double-edged sword resulting in
raising the bar to our objectives, year after year, to perform at the top of our
game, reclaiming the prize of victory. No pressure. Fellow riders and drivers
can certainly relate, welcome to the world of showing.
After months and months of training on Canadian ground, the month
of May rolls before us and it’s time to venture out of our home territory,
greeted by fellow Americans, to compete against unfamiliar faces. The first
time out this season, we decide to head to the state of the “Unbridled Spirit”, where we are welcomed back by the picturesque scenery and friendly
faces of The Gayla Driving Centre, hidden just north of Lexington, Kentucky in the town of Georgetown. Here we compete in our first combined
driving event of the season held over the Canadian long weekend, May 16th
to 18th.
The Canadian representation for the show consists of 2 Beaverwood
Farm homebreds. Competing in the Intermediate Single Horse division,
Kirsten Brunner, owner and driver of Beaverwoods Poplar (a Welsh X Standardbred mare), reclaim their victory by only 3 points overall. The pair has
been working together throughout the winter months to master their strong
points, coming out to test the waters once again this year. The first day of
competition sees a winning dressage test by the pair, setting their mark for
the remainder of the weekend. A fulfilling success is undoubtedly proven by
their performance.
The other Canadian entry has a dual citizen companionship. Although
both driver and pony are born Canadian, teammate Beaverwoods Two
Socks, a.k.a. “Oscar” (a Welsh/Thoroughbred X Fell gelding) holds American status being owned by Margaret Cropsey of Albion, New York. Together, Oscar and I compete in the Preliminary Single Pony division against 16
entries in total. Driven dressage is a strongpoint for Oscar and I as
it remains a focus in our regular training program at home and I
am able to use experience of ridden dressage to benefit the quality
of work. Our efforts pay off by achieving the best dressage score
to date. The second portion of competition sees us go double clear
in cones, not allowing any further penalty points be added to our
score. By marathon day, a particular favorite of many, Oscar gets
to prove his fitness through agility, speed and stamina. His owner
and I both agree that it’s “the Thoroughbred in him coming out”,
always proving to be a success. Together we were able to bring
home the Overall Preliminary Level Championship for a consecutive year. Truly a highlight in our career as this time around we
accomplished the lowest penalty score thus far in competition at
CDE’s. A personal best that will require the bar to rise once again,
as the horse show season’s journey begins.
Best wishes to all fellow competitors as we enter yet another
showing season.
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the Trial was the Cross-Country
course. This involves the handler
driving their horse throughout a
course that involves maneuvering
through, around and/or over a number of “hazards” or obstacles such
as water crossings, covered bridges,
fences, etc. This element is judged
on time and accuracy. The final
element of the Driving Trial was the
Cones Course. Drivers had to
maneuver around a number of sets
of cones in a pattern and was judged
on accuracy and timed for the
fastest course with the least number
of penalties (knock downs of balls
off the cones).
The results in the Training
Division were Grand Champion:
The Odd Couple
Continued from Page 53
Today (June 08), Harley is
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limp that is slowly disappearing.
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(LIVESTOCK)
TRAILER. Bumper Pull –
Rear step up. Grey. Model
SB-14 6S. Mounted spare
tire. Perfect for smaller breed
horses. Internal measurements: width 6 ft – length 14
ft and height 6 * ft. Centre
swing gate divider, side man
door and rear slide door.
Lightly used – like new.
Price: $3,950. Call Lynda at
905-355-1041 during the day.
MJJ
International
Spotted Horse
Registry
Association,
Registry for any
type of colour
pattern.
1-877-201-3098,
P.O. Box 412,
Anderson, MO
64831. JAS
Michelle Courtemanche driving
JEM Nite Dancer, 2nd place:
Sharon Crawford-Mackay driving
Lil Bit, 3rd Place: Helen Foote driving Major Buckeye Boomer, 4th
Place: Katherine Wilcox-Chapman
driving DCF Limericky. Training
Level Best Dressage Score and
Fastest Cones Round: Michelle
Courtemanche driving JEM Nit
Dancer. In the Preliminary Division, Best Dressage Score and
Fastest Cones Round: Carolyn
Aarup driving Promised Land’s Fly
the Flag.
The MHCO is planning another Driving Trial for 2009 … more
details on this event and other
Miniature Horse events are listed
on www.mhco.ca CALENDAR
page.
dale. Finally they are pasture
pals again. She is very careful
and cautious around him now
and happily they are once again
the odd couple.
Carol encourages other
minis owners to keep in mind
that should their horses receive a
serious injury, their small size
maybe extremely advantageous
when determining the odds of
successful recovery. For more
information visit www.caledonequine.com.
WESTERN FAIR AGRIPLEX
State of the Art Agricultural Facility
For more information and the listing of
a dealer nearest to you please visit our
website at
www.staynerfeedservice.com
· Show arena with seating
for 1650
· Livestock pavilion with
up to 400 stalls
· Sales arena/amphitheatre
with 320 seats
· Wash Bays/Exercise area/
Change rooms
· Accessible Free Parking
845 Florence St. London, Ont. N5W 6G6
519-438-7203 • 1-800-619-4629 • www.westernfair.com
Amy Millar
Records First
Grand Prix Win of
Season
BLAINVILLE, QUEBEC,
JULY 6, 2008 Amy Millar, of Perth, Ontario,
admits that her 2008 season
got off to a slow start, compared to her sensational
2007 season. But she
changed all that Sunday in
Blainville, Quebec, winning the $50,000 grand
prix. It was really a test of
speed, as 11 of the 18
entries jumped clean and
advanced to the jump-off.
The 31-year-old daughter
of Canada's most frequent
Olympian, Ian Millar, outran them all on Costa Rica
Z. Millar crossed the finished line more than 2/3 of
a second faster than former
Canadian Champion Laurie
Bucci, on Lalelu. The top
six in the jump-off all
repeated their clean performances, but Millar stopped
the timers at 39.98 seconds
to Bucci's 40.66. "It was a
very fast jump-off", Millar
said.
Millar, currently the
#6-ranked rider in Canada,
also qualified her other
mount, Piccobello du val
du Geer, for the jump-off
and finished fourth, with a
time of 41.46 seconds. Her
brother, Jonathon Millar,
finished sixth on his new
grand prix mount, Fahrenheit.
With several visitors
from the U.S. in the field,
two of them claimed the
two remaining spots in the
top-six. Alistair Gatherum
and Santana finished third,
and former U.S. team
member Alison Robitaille
(formerly Alison Firestone)
rode Via Volo to fifth.
The Millar siblings
will compete in Blainville
for another week before
moving on to Bromont,
Quebec; Palgrave, Ontario;
and Ottawa. Then both will
travel to Hong Kong to
watch their father compete
in his ninth Olympic
Games.
FOR SALE: $12,000.00
Southern Gentry
“Thomas”
All round 16hh Black
Incentive Funded
Gelding
• Trail, Western
Riding,
Showmanship,
Horsemanship &
Equitation
• Seasoned Show
Horse
• 3 Months training
with Nancy Cahill
• Transferable
Insurance worth
$18,000.
Contact Tracy @ (613) 392-7976
Trainer Jill & (905) 376-2246
2 YEAR OLD REGISTERED QUARTER HORSE
GELDING, green broke, by Impressive Tully, bay,
shown at Breeders' Futurity. 2 Year Old Registered
Quarter Horse Filly, green broke, by Amatter of
Principle, chestnut, shown at Breeders' Futurity.
Yearling Filly by Amatter Of Principle, shown in the
Breeders' Futurity, chestnut. Yearling Colt by
The Way You Move. Born July 1, 2007.
Possible chocolate dun.
(905) 859-0198 or (905) 859-0780 MJJ
MORGAN HORSE
HOTLINE
Listed are registered Morgan
Horses for sale and Ont. Breeders
Whether you wish to Buy, Sell or
Breed, you'll find pleasure, show, stallions, broodmares & top quality foals
on this list. Contact us for your free
copy of Morgans For Sale & Standing
at Stud in Ontario or for an application
to sell your Reg. Morgan. Doug
Ament, 16 Forgotten Lane, Bethany,
Ont. L0A 1A0. (705) 277-9222, or at:
www.ontariomorgan.on.ca, or morganhorses@ paradiseranchmorgans.com
01/2008
For Sale QH,
Look of Luck
Racing bloodlines,
broodmares, 2 yr old
mare,
5 yr old broke gelding.
Racing, gaming
prospects. Starting at
$2500
call 519-864-1373 or email
cheryl_weese@hotmail.com
JULY 2008 THE RIDER /61
62/ JULY 2008 THE RIDER
STALLION SERVICE
ARABIANS
ARABIANS
Alada
Alada Clairion
Clairion
APPALOOSAS
QUARTER HORSES
QUARTER HORSES
NEW DAWN
APPALOOSA
HORSES
WHISPERING PINES
EQUESTRIAN ESTATES
JESUS IS ALIVE
QUARTER HORSES
QUARTER HORSES
JESUS IS ALIVE
standing at stud
SEE YA SIERRA
Commander
Redford (Sir)
Grandson of Alada Baskin
15.2 HH, purebred Arabian,
Golden Chestnut. Gorgeous with
personality plus. 2005 US Arabian Sport Horse Nat.- Top 10 Stallion In-Hand (only Canadian stallion). Reg.18 - Reserve Champ
SH Stallion In-Hand & Top 5 SH
Stallion In-Hand & Under Saddle.
Excellent cross for sport-type
mares. - Ask about our discounts!
$750 Cdn. + collection fees. LFG.
* For Sale: 2008 in-utero foal
out of Selle Francais mare (x
Olisco). Pedigree, show record
and photos at
www.aladaclairion.com
905-560-2581 05/2009
“It’s all about the class”
Precision MAF offers the
educated, intelligent breeder
the opportunity to breed to
the very best Pure Polish
stallion in Ontario. Excellent
individual, disposition and
pedigree. Sweepstakes
Nominated Sire. SCID Clear.
Visit our website at
www.arabiansatrockridge.com
or call Pat at (519)353-7115.
09/2008
Standing F2 stallions
Maximum Ice and
Goin Redneck
Individuals for sale from
weanling to ready-to-ride
carrying bloodlines of Bright Eyes
Brother, Prince Plaudit, Rock Star
and Goer. Certified John & Josh
Lyons Trainer available for clinics
and instruction. Now offering
weekend retreats on farm for you
and your horse.
1714 Flos Road Ten East,
Elmvale ON L0L 1P0
705 – 322-0287
www.newdawnappaloosas.com
www.kinderhorsemanship.com
email: wnewdawn@xplornet.com
02/2008
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True son of World Champion
SIERRA TE / TE N’ TE /
AZURE TE
DRESSIN PRETTY /
PRETTY SUPREME/
PRETTY IMPRESSIVE
16 HH Bay – HYPP N/N –
OQHBF Futurity eligible AQHA Incentive Fund –
APHA approved
• live foal guarantee *
• If you want to breed for size,
disposition, conformation,
refinement and movement
– we’ll "SEE YA "in the spring!
2008 Stud Fee: $1000 + GST
Call Diane at
1-888-854-8200 or e-mail:
diane@wpequestrian.com
www.wpequestrian.com
01/09
THOROUGHBREDS
MORGANS
YELLOW CREEK
02/2009
MINIATURES
BIG FUN in a SMALL PACKAGE-
DERAWNDA ZEUS
(JMF Mr. Bojangles x
LSPR Royal Lady Bo),
CMHA #11500
Gorgeous 15 HH Homozygous Black Morgan Stallion, Foaled February 20,
1999. Check out this boy
and his pedigree!!
Our focus is breeding
quality show and carriage
driving horses. Fresh
shipped semen or
natural on site breeding
available. $500 Stud Fee. LFG. Contact Carl Wagler,
Trickling Stream Morgans in Atwood, ON. for details.
Call (519) 595-7239.
12/2007
SPORT PONY
Homozygous black, 16.3 hand
Thoroughbred stallion,
Bronze Premium Sport Horse
in Eventing AQHA and APHC
approved $900 LFG, live
cover or shipped semen, mare
care available Conformation,
Movement, Athletic, Scope,
Disposition, he has it all
905-936-2658 or
szelmer@sympatico.ca •
www.parklaneranch.ca
PERUVIAN
HORSES
Mallawa Park
Masquerade
German Riding Pony
Poplar
Lane Farm
presents
BREEDING
FACILITY
14701 Wilson Ave
Nestleton Ontario
905-986-0861
905-986-9990
Jim Thompson
Bennos Hit
14.2 HH
Cheque Coda
Sorrel AQHA
Son of Down Home Dash
Jamit Taz
Palomino, AQHA
Grandson of Windjamer
Quality Quarter Horses &
Paints - Bred and Sold
2006 Foal Crop For Sale
Marsha Fortus, RR #4,
Uxbridge, Ontario L9P 1R4
Tel: (905) 649-6789
Fax: (905) 649-6576
04/2008
ADVERTISE YOUR
STALLION HERE
TODAY!
SKIPPER is a 16.1 hh horse.
NFQHA Approved. AQHA
Incentive fund stallion with all
the right conformation A short
head, long neck, short back
with long hip. He goes well in
harness too. Sire Spanish
Scale, 11 x Plaudit (TB), 8 x
Nick Schoemaker (All 100%
Skipper W. breeding) with
size, purchased from Hank
Wiescamp. Dam: 16 HH
mare by the great Superior
halter horse, Sonny Go Lucky
119 Ht. pts with Skipper W.
breeding. Babies on site.
Fee: Private Treaty, LFG.
Contact Jim Campbell,
(705) 799-1329, RR #1,
Omemee, ON K0L 2W0
02/2009
Beautiful 9 yr old
TB gelding
looking for a kind loving
owner. Race track history.
Best suited for experienced
person to gently go through
foundational skills to
prepare him for riding.
Enjoys & excels at clicker
training. Loves to play &
very willing to learn but not
suitable for competition or
sporting events. Price of
$1800. neg. to great home &
he is able to board at
present stable.
Erika - 905-936-2967
erikaglenny@hotmail.com Photo by Leslie Towne
BREEDING FACILITY
• Stallions collected
• Mare reproduction
• Mare Care
• Boarding Available
Stallions standing at
Sliding T Ranch:
Leta Lena Whiz, Jabanic,
Custom King Cutter,
(Top 10 NRHA world
standings) Pepto Leap
(Reserved World
Champion)
Clays Chic O Lena,
09/2008
2000 German Riding Pony. Winner of the 2002 Pony Stallion
inspection at Mecklenburg-Voorpommern, Germany. Approved
ASPR stallion. Great disposition, lovely form over fences plus
wonderful movement which he is passing on to his foals. Bennos is
also crossing well with horses for breeders wanting a smaller
warmblood horse. Also, several young ponies for sale.
Contact Jane Southgate 519-442-2849 or www.poplarlanefarm.ca
Join the fun by joining the American
Miniature Horse Registry and the
American Shetland Pony Club.
Whether you’re interested in a small
equine for showing, driving, or pleasure, we have the perfect companion.
American Shetland Pony Club We offer hundreds of programs for
American Miniature
adults and youth. So join today and
Horse Registry
join the fun. Visit www.shetlandAmerican Show Pony Registry
National Show Pony Registry miniature.com or call 309-263-4044
SLIDING T
RANCH
“It’s All About The Class”
Stunning Imported Multi-Champion
Australian Pony now Standing at
Stud in Canada! Movement,
Disposition and Conformation in one Beautifully wrapped package.
Visit www.arabiansatrockridge.com for more information
or call Pat at (519) 353-7115
2003 AQHA / APHA Blue
Roan stallion, AQHA
Incentive Fund. NFQHA
Approved. 7x King, 2x
Man Of War, with size and all
muscle. Sire: Grand
champion halter stallion
Reggie Redford, Sire of
Superior halter and Superior
pleasure horses. By the
great Superior halter stallion
Robert Redford 169 Ht. pts.
Dam: Majestic Sal out of
Magnolia Tee (Halter mare)
out of the great Superior halter
mare Cary's Magnolia 72 Ht.
pts., with numerous points in
other events. Fee: Private
treaty, LFG. Nice babies on
site, At stud until sold.
(Starting new studs).
Contact Jim Campbell,
(705) 799-1329, RR #1,
Omemee, ON K0L 2W0
AQHA/APHA
Stallion Skipper
W Spanish
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02/2007
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Fall & Christmas inventory arriving Weekly.
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12/2007
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236 South Mill St,
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905-877-6639
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09/2008
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Jean Thomas
(905) 592-9889
“Meeting All Your Livestock
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Paris, ON • Ph: 519-442-9900 • Fax: 519-442-0099
E-mail: knilltrailer@bellnet.ca
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• SADDLE REPAIRS - all parts repaired/ replaced
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• BELTS - any size custom made
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(519) 436-6326 • Fax: (519) 436-6257 • www.longhornleathershop.com
See us at all Area 1 - 2 - 3 Quarter Horse Events
and many others as listed on our website
12/2008
H.H. Goode & Son
(1987) Ltd.
Corner of Brock St. W. & Victoria, Uxbridge
• Feed & Farm Supplies
• Pet Foods
• Water Softener Salts
(905) 852-3355
Fax: (905) 852-3356
THERAPEUTIC RIDING
· English & Western Tack
& Supplies
· over 20 saddles in stock
· Billy Cook, Circle Y,
Ahern, Western Rawide,
Wintec, Tucker, Passoa,
Santa Cruz, Henri de
Rivel, Anky & BR
· Expert saddle fitting on
site with indoor riding
arena.
Phone: -877-825-8708
778 County Road 37,
Wheatly, ONT –
between Windsor and
Chatham
For detailed map, directions
and to shop online visit
www.symphonysaddle.com
Sunrise Therapeutic
Riding & Learning
Centre
Guelph, Ontario CANADA
We are presently accepting applications for student
internships. Gain knowledge of
therapeutic riding, horse care and stable management.
Possible opportunity for instructor certification
depending on length of internship.
Accommodation provided in a century stone
farmhouse on the Sunrise property.
www.sunrise-therapeutic.ca
lynne@sunrise-therapeutic.ca, 519-837-0558, ext. 31
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100 Main St. Hillsburgh, ON
519-855-4852 • 1-866-340-TACK (8225)
Serving English, Western, Gaited and Harness Interests for
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Pony Up
Equestrian
English tack and riding
apparel for all
disciplines. Great
selection of bridles,
blankets, helmets, show
attire, and gifts.
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and your dog.
6 Mosley Street
Aurora, Ontario
(905) 727-3862
www.ponyupequestrian.com
8360 LEEMING ROAD EAST,
MOUNT HOPE, ONTARIO L0R 1W0
Hilary Webb CTRI
Executive Director
CanTRA Examiner, Certified
Level 1 Coach
1 (905) 679-TEAD (8323) • Fax: 1 (905) 679-1705
email: info@tead.on.ca
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Designs, Sales and Rentals of Jump,
Dressage and Stall Products.
Ann Meyer
3085 River Rd., RR #5,
Cayuga, Ontario N0A 1E0
Tel/Fax (905) 772-2670.
Cell: (289) 260-0272
(705) 329-8718
(519) 233-3215 email: billamyf@tcc.on.ca
09/2005
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• EC Instructor Mentor • EC Coach 2
• “R” Status Judge, Trailering
• Clinics • Horse Sales
• Jump Rentals and Sales
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www.rushmount.com
info@rushmount.com
JOSH CONOD
FARRIER SERVICES
Trimming and shoeing for
balance and performance
with gentle handling of
horses. Also providing
corrective and
therapeutic shoeing.
and prompt
service throughout
Southwestern Ontario.
519-874-4878
Cell: 519-719-9083
Garnet Ritchie has nearly
20 years of experience.
Specializing in Western
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Horsit has been operating
since 1995 and I have worked
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breeds and all sizes, including
draft horses. Care also for
goats, cattle, rabbits, fowl and
dog kennels. Working for
individuals, boarding stables
and riding schools, Horsit has
cared for three horses and up
to fifty four at a time.
Gordon D. Westover
138 Elora St. S.
PO Box 213,
Harriston, ON N0G 1Z0
519 338-2693
email: horsit@wightman.ca
01/2009
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SILVERSMITHING
5041 #89 Pinedale Ave., Burlington, ON, L7L 5J6
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website: www.tomhowe.ca
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Cottage in Rear of 39 Main St., Campbellville, ON
08/2008
Trimming for high performance
barefootedness. Specializing
in helping the foundered and
navicular syndrome horse. Call
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The Canadian Quarter Horse Association is an affiliate of the
AQHA. Annual membership is free to current members of AQHA.
To enroll on-line, visit the CQHA web site: www.cqha.ca, and
choose “Membership” section.
Choose “Affiliates” to link to provincial
Quarter Horse & Racing Association sites.
Contact: Marnie Somers, President (204) 834-2479 or
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03/2009
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American Shetland Pony
Club
American Miniature
Horse Registry
American Show Pony
Registry
National Show Pony
Registry
BIG FUN in a SMALL PACKAGE- Join the fun by
joining the American Miniature Horse
Registry and the American Shetland Pony Club.
Whether you’re interested in a small equine for
showing, driving, or pleasure, we have the perfect companion. We offer
hundreds of programs for adults and youth.
So join today and join the fun. Visit
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66/ JULY 2008 THE RIDER
FARM & STABLE DIRECTORY
Beaverwood Farm
Canada’s leading breeder of
sport ponies and Welsh
Ponies since 1980.
Championships in FEI
driving, A Hunter Ponies,
Dressage and
Pleasure Driving.
• Leases • Stallion Services
• Training • Coaching,
Lessons & Clinics
Beaverwood Juniper, Standing at Stud
(519) 833-7169
www.BeaverwoodFarm.on.ca
Ponies That Bring Smiles
Reflection Farms
Limited
249 Cleaver Road,
Brantford, ON (519) 442-7243
Stall or pasture board
available. Our stalls are large,
bright and well-ventilated.
Individual or group turnout.
Coaches welcome for all
disciplines. 60 x 120 indoor
arena with heated viewing
room, 60 x 60 indoor lunging
arena, well lit 100 x 200
outdoor arena. Riding trails
on property. Broodmares and
lay-ups welcome. Heated,
camera monitored foaling
stalls. Pastures have
permanent shelters and
heated water fountains.
Over thirty years experience
in caring for horses.
12/2007
09/2008
Southward Stables
Horse Boarding, Large
Box Stalls, Individual or
Group Turnout with Shelters, Feeding Twice Daily,
Large Outdoor Sand
Ring.
62x126 ft. Indoor Arena,
Round Pen, Lots of Trails,
All Ages Lessons, Sales.
All horses welcome.
Located
in Langton, 15 minutes
West of Simcoe, 15 min.
South of Tillsonburg.
(519) 586-9377
09/2007
Horseshoe Hill
Stable
• New 12 Stall Boarding Facility
in Bright insulated barn
• 10x12 Deluxe stalls with Stable
comfort flooring
• Suitable for adult pleasure
ridersa. Strictly bosding,
no lessons.
• Indoor facilities include smaller
arena, huge heated tack room
and washroom.
• Horses Fed Twice Daily but
boarders supply grain.
• Square bales in stalls and round
bales in paddocks
• Turnout in Small Herds in safe
paddocks with shelters.
• Winter Blankets, Rain Sheets
& Fly masks on / off & horses
brought in for farrier or vet.
• No riding school but close to
several show facilities.
(Sorry, we cannot provide
for difficult horses, stallions,
horses who need soaked hay
or wear corks)
Debbie Hancock, 519-942-6239
19513 Horseshoe Hill Road,
Caledon ON.
Corner of Beechgrove and
Horseshoe Hill
LITTLE OAK FARM
Easy access to QEW and
major roads
Western Lessons, Boarding
and Natural Horse Training
Owned and operated by
experienced horse people
Excellent care
Clean and friendly barn
Plenty of turnout year round
Quality feed and hay
program
CoverAll arena
and System Stalls
Lit outdoor sand ring
Phone: (905) 309 1903
Email:
Mnlhorsepros@aol.com
MORRMcNAUGHTON
STABLES
Big Creek
Stables
Full service boarding stable for
people who just love to ride.
Privately owned, family
oriented ranch. Owners live on
site. Between Caledonia and
Brantford, off Hwy #54.
Relaxed atmosphere perfect for
Pleasure or Trail Riding horses.
Stall or Pasture Boarding.
Horses checked daily in the field,
have free choice of hay and
water. Lighted outdoor Riding
arena, round pen for training.
Group or private lessons also
available. Make the move this
summer.
905-765-5476
ride-bigcreekstables@hotmail.com
07/2008
The Lazy M
Ranch
Stall and pasture board
available. Part board
available. 70' x 140'
indoor arena. Large
outdoor arena
Indoor round pen
Heated lounge and
washroom. Standing Triple Cash Back
APHA
and Dennys Pep O Lena
AQHA.
Located on Woodbine
Ave. in Newmarket
Minutes from Hwy 404
and Hwy 9
Email:
lazym@netrover.com
Phone 905-895-2408
Breeder’s of Canada
National Horse
THE CANADIAN
Family raised, well mannered,
intelligent
Registered Canadian’s
Mares, fillies, geldings and
weanlings available.
Come meet a true Canadian!
Tina and John Morrison
9640 Concession 1
Caistorville, Ontario
(905) 692-1234
email: canadian@295.ca
www.morrmcnaughtonstables.com
Miniature Horses and Donkeys
for Sale!
And Finally - a Ready, Willing
and Able Tack Shop
dedicated to filling Miniature
Horse owners wants and needs.
From nylon and show halters,
lead ropes, blankets & sheets to
grooming products, harnesses
and So Much More!!
Is there something else you're
looking for?
We'll order it in for you. Visit
our store or order by phone or
online. We are committed to
making your Mini Shopping as
easy as possible with lower
prices for Canadians!
Visit our web site & meet us at
Mini shows.
NeverEndingRanch@aol.com,
www.neverendingranch.net
Open Tues. to Fri., 10-5,
in Teeswater.
Aaron & Kelly Kennedy
519-392-8938
07/2008
JESUS IS ALIVE
A DRUG FREE
STABLE
40 Years Experience
Waterdown/Burlington Area
Boarding/ Arena
& Exercise Ring
Wash Racks,
Grooming Stalls
Individual Tack Boxes,
All Day Turnout On Pasture.
100 Acres / Riding Trails
Halter, Pleasure and
Race Breeding.
Foundation
Breeding. Impressive
Breeding without
Impressive Blood
Jim Campbell
(705) 799-1329
RR #1, Omemee,
ON K0L 2W0
Call (905) 689-7919
SIX "R" FARM
Private north Burlington
boarding stable located just
west of the Guelph Line on
Britannia Rd. Friendly, family
run facility with two 100' x
200' outdoor rings, 40' x 70'
exercise arena and access to
trails. Full board in clean, well
lit
barn
with
large
boxstalls.Turn-out onto pasture and care by a family that
has been in the business for
over 30 years. Call the Rapson's at (905) 335-1963.
03/2009
02/2005
Clear Lake Farm
Shadow
Lane Livery
Fantasy
Lane Farms
EQUINE BOARDING FACILITY
12/2008
08/2007
Tillanna Farms is a modern equestrian facility located between
Campbellville and Guelph offering:
• 24 hour professional care for your horse
• Top quality individual feeding and supplement program
• Excellent paddocks for group for group or individual,
all with board fencing
• 12 x 12 box stalls and extra large foaling stalls available
• Modern insulated brick barn, heated tack rooms,
wash and groomings stalls
• 70’ x 180’ Indoor Arena, 20 x 60m Dressage Ring,
and a 200’ x 300’ Jumper Ring
• X Country training area, and miles of groomed trail
• Specializing in dressage training for horse and rider
• Quality select number of European and Irish Sport horses
for sale at all times. • Vet and Farrier on call 24 hours.
Tillanna has stalls available for boarding and training.
Conveniently located to the 401 and Hwy 6 Campbellville area.
Easy commute from Guelph, Kitchener, Cambridge,
Burlington and Mississauga area.
For further information call:
(519) 823-8559 or visit www.tillanna.com
SOMETIME STABLES
• NEW 10 X 12 stalls/mats/
windows • NEW 62 X 132
indoor Cover-All® arena • Large
outdoor arena • 60’ round pen
• Newly fenced grazing pastures
on 47 acres • Hacking on & off
property • Individual feed
• Turn out till dusk
• Your coach/vet/farrier welcome
• High quality caring
environment • Quiet and friendly
atmosphere - lots of arena time
and no riding school.
Horses For Lease
Owned & operated by the
Bensons
For more information
Call Glenna 905-386-6711
Wellandport
1/2 hour drive from Grimsby,
Beamsville, Hamilton, St.
Catharines, Dunnville
• all disciplines welcome
• soft stall matts
• large paddocks
• new oak fencing
• indoor arena
• heated viewing lounge
& kitchen
• shower facilities
• all day turnout
• 100's of acres of trails
• within hacking distance to
schooling shows
• pasture board available
• close to 401, Guelph,
Milton,
• Burlington and Kitchener
Call Melissa 519-824-9044
• Horses For Sale
• Stud Service
• Tack • Boarding
• Public Trail Rides
• Lessons • Clinics
(school horses available)
Licensed Trainer
Otmar Fueth
Magnetawan, ON
3 hours north of Toronto
Tel/Fax (705) 387-4464
www.icelandichorses.ca
12/2008
Touch ‘N’
Go Farms
03/2008
Cloud 9
Farms
Boarding and Training Stable
Invites you to join our
Friendly, enthusiastic group of
riders. Indoor Arena for all
season riding. Matted box stalls
with daily turnout. Outdoor
board with shelters. Individual
feeding program. Dressage and
Jumping rings. Lots of hacking
trails with river and bush.
Horses for part board or lease.
Training of both horse and rider
for Show Or Pleasure with
OEF/EC certified coach
Call Brenda today
to reserve your spot.
519-835-7079
Fergus/Elora area
09/2008
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12/2008
07/2008
FOX LAIR
STABLES
www.foxlairstables.com
Canfield, ON, 20 minutes
South of Hamilton
905-774-1373
Boarding $350.00/month
Large Indoor Arena with
heated viewing lounge and
washroom
Lighted Outdoor Arena
Miles of Trails on and off
premises
Team Ranch Sorting
Team Roping
Beginner Lessons/Clinics
available
11/2007
Long term reputation for
sale of Hunters and
Jumpers. Touch N Go
always has a great selection.
Weekly horse shows in
summer - Hunter/Jumper
and The Lollipop Series for
Juniors. Indoor arena &
outdoor rings.
TOUCH ‘N’ GO FARMS
R.R. #2,
Campbellville, Ont. L0P 1B0
Jane Casselman
(905) 854-2391
Fax: (905) 854-0822
jcasselman@touchngofarms.com
www.touchngofarms.com
03/2007
Put your Farm
and Stable ad
here!
Call
905-387-1900
Dream of a
Lifetime
Equine
Services
• Sales Barn Dressage, Hunter/Jumper
& Eventing Prospects
• Horses started/ trained
and/or sold
• English Riding School
• Rentals/Sales of Pulsed
Magnetic Blankets/boots,
Lasers & Respiratory
equipment for Equines/K9's
499 Campbellville Rd., RR
#2, Campbellville, ON L0P
1B0 - Directions: 401 to
Guelph Line South to
Campbellville Rd., Turn
West (right) then 5
kilometres on right. Or 5 km
east of Hwy 6 South on
Campbellville Rd.
Contact Person:
Debbie Dobson Phone: (905) 659-3574,
Fax: (905) 659-0354
Email: vision@netinc.ca
www.horsetherapysystems.com
09/2006
Specializing in broodmares, lay
ups, youngsters & all forms of
boarding. Training available for
starting youngsters and problem
horses. Due to our middle
daughter being very ill and
recently diagnosed with Lupus,
Prima Farms will be putting on
hold the training track and other
additions purposed to go in spring
of 2008. We are still accepting
boarding clients and offer our
same care and love to your animals.
We offer the best in care at
very affordable prices.
Feel free to call us to see what we
have to offer you.
650 5th Line, Caledonia, ON
N3W 2C7 (905) 765-9348
01/2009
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Centrally Located between
Exeter, Mitchell,
and St. Mary's.
30 Minutes from North London. Large box stalls, Daily
turnouts,
100 x 200 Outdoor Sandring,
Good Trails Available.
Starting at $165. per month.
Call Don: 519-229-6782
07/2008
JULY 2008 THE RIDER /67
Facilities
COACHES - Instruction
FARM
EQUIPMENT
10/08
Equine Cold/Heat Therapy
Rosemary Mesley
Certified Coach/Trainer
Boarding & Training with Indoor
& Outdoor Riding Facilities
(705) 466-3451
Creemore, ON
roseviewfarm@hotmail.com
Horse Stalls
Free Standing or Permanent
(Galvanized or Painted)
Complete Round Pens &
Custom Gates & Panels
BARBARA
NEWLANDS
EQUINE CANADA
WESTERN COACH 2
GEORGETOWN, ONTARIO
905-877-5333
email: HorseSenseTraining@cogeco.ca
A common sense approach
to training and coaching
Full service boarding.
Top quality care. Coaching
and training for you and
your horse, whether for
show or recreation.
Coaching program available.
Picturesque Showgrounds &
Buildings, 2 New Showrings &
New 2400 seat grandstand
are available to rent to hold
YOUR EQUINE EVENT !
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A logical program you can
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English and Western events
for 20 years. Lessons. Training for your show horse. Or
book a one day clinic for your
group! Orangeville. (519)
938-8815
Check
out
www.lgrice.com for training
tips, articles.
02/2008
75 acres available! 6 to 8 km.
of trails (some in the woods).
Trailer Parking (open field or
amongst the trees) and
Many buildings available.
New Main Showring – 350’ x
150’ – surface- screenings.
New Secondary Showring –
240’ x 120’ – surface –
screenings/screened sand
combination.
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Located in the village of
Rockton, Ontario on Highway
#8. Just 15 minutes west of
Dundas & 15 minutes east of
Cambridge.
Toll-Free 1-866-985-2002
Fax : 519-647-3899
E-Mail: rasfair@golden.net
Visit our Website:
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AWARDS
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Authorized Dealer of
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• Custom Show Blankets
• Show Curtains, Fly Sheets
• Saddle Pads and
Saddle Bags
• Custom Embroidery
• Jackets, Vests and
Shirts Available
STABLE DIRECTORY
Division of
Leader Products Mfg. Ltd.
Suppliers of Awards,
Ribbons, and Plaques
Specializing in the Equine
& Fair Industry
175 Toryork Dr., Unit 41
Weston, Ontario
M9L 2Y7
Phone (416) 748-7706
Fax (416) 748-9387
email:
info@ribbonsandrosettes.com
www.ribbonsandrosettes.com
03/2008
10858 Longwoods Road.,
Chatham, ON N7M 5J1
Office: 519-352-4581
Fax: 519-352-7406
www.furlanbros.com
Email: contact@furlanbros.com
Complete
Computerized
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Scanning
Awards and
Tack Boxes
12/2007
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Fax: (519) 666-1381
Email:
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@sympatico.ca
Tom & Carol Baker
03/2006
Our August
Deadline is
July 21st, 2008
CHAMP ENTERPRISES
Dealer of New & Used
Equipment
• Buy • Trade • Sell •
10/2007
Jodi Pendry is a Registered Massage Therapist & Certified Equine
Sports Massage Therapist operating in Hillsburgh, Ontario.
For more information on her services or on her four-day intensive
Equine Sports Massage Therapy course, visit www.jodipendry.com
Jodi Pendry - Registered Massage Therapist
Certified Equine Sports Massage Therapist
Hill Erin Farm, R.R. #2, Hillsburgh, ON, N0B 1Z0, 519-855-4447
MENTAL TRAINING
FOR RIDERS
Common client concerns:
“I ride well at home but
I draw a blank during
competition!”
“I am fine as long as no one
watches me”
“My son/daughter wants to
compete but I am worried
about the pressure it places on
them.”
The 10 Session Core Program
teaches riders how to:
• Control Nerves
• Remain Focused
• Remove Pressures & Psychological Barriers
Sessions conducted on an
individual or group basis,
in person or via email:
rherzberg@
supremeperformance.net,
www.supremeperformance.net
1-519-504-1582
REIKI FOR
HORSES
cozyhorse@sympatico.ca
(905) 706-4835 • 1-877-771-9282
www.sharonscozyhorsecreations.com
14306 Ten Mile Rd.,
RR #3,
Ilderton, ON N0M 2A0
Now Offering a mobile
service or in stable layups
Sue Collier – 905-453-1977
Melody Acres Stable, Norval
suecollier1@sympatico.ca
www.melodyacres2.net
Learn hands-on healing
To Heal, Calm and
Re-Balance your horse
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68/ JULY 2008 THE RIDER
REAL ESTATE:
Water and No Water! Issues
By Teri Davidson.
One of the biggest dilemma's facing a country buyer or seller of country
properties are water issues. The buyer
coming from the city is used to repetitive flushings, laundry and showering
with no thought to how often or how
many. So of course their first question
when looking at purchasing a county
home is "How's the water?" I'm always
amazed when they are surprised to hear
the property is serviced by a well. It's
50 acres out in the middle of nowhere,
no city close by, not even a neighbouring home to be seen, and they'll say
"What?? It's on a well?" "Oh, oh."
It is a frightening prospect for a
city dweller because they've all heard
about no water, bad water etc. We are
all a little nervous about things we are
unfamiliar with and water is a big deal.
So it is definitely an important part of
my job to be able to explain how water
systems work, the differences between
drilled, dug and point wells and to
know the different areas where different water problems exist. We have
areas in my county where most of the
wells have sulfur or iron and others
where, in summer months, there is a
lack of water. In Brant county the
building code for new homes being
built calls for a well and a cistern. In
fact they definitely want the cistern and
you can move in on the premise you'll
do a well eventually but you can't
move in with the well and no cistern.
4 bedroom 3 bathroom
Sidesplit with separate
entrance to nanny
quarters. Cozy stone
fireplace, walkout to
beautiful mature tree
surroundings & trails
plus 8 acres of pasture.
Solid Horse Barn with
loft & 4 stalls. Heated
Quonset track 80’X40’
for riding. Call Dan
Today (905) 668-1800 or
view photos online at
DanPlowman.com.
Price: $474,500 • ID #: 4-226
For multiple severances now they want
a test well dug so you can assure them
there's enough water in order to receive
the building permit.
It's important to have your property marketed by someone who knows
and understands these issues and I've
seen firsthand potential sales fall
through because the salespeople
involved didn't know enough about the
water ramifications to intelligently
explain them to a willing buyer.
Just about every problem, or perceived problem, can be resolved. For
example iron or sulphur can be controlled and in most cases completely
cleared up with a good water filtering
and conditioning system. Kinetico is
someone I recommend here in my area,
and I have seen a property with water
so sulphur it was black , be resolved to
clear with no smell by the installation
of an $11,000. water treatment system.
The buyer has the know the cost and
the seller needs to understand what
expenses the buyer is facing. It was
funny because with this particular
property the seller didn't understand
what all the fuss was about because as
Continued on page 69
Whitby:
905-668-1800
Toll Free:
1-800-663-7119
Rouge River Realty Ltd., Brokerage
Independently Owned and Operated
Scenic 100 Acre Horse Farm
Picturesque 100 acre
horse farm backing
onto the Ausable
River.
55 acres of bush and
river area including
10 acres reforested with
coniferous and
deciduous hardwood.
Various riding trails.
Three year old, state-of-the-art, 19 stall horse barn with 2 run-in sheds, 11
interconnected paddock areas, all maintenance-free flex-rail, and electrobraid fencing.
Custom built, approx. 2600 sq.ft., 2 storey family home consists of 3+1 bedrooms,
2 1/2 bathrooms, spectacular great room with wall of windows, see-through fireplace,
large kitchen with stone countertops and stainless steel appliances. Ceramic
throughout most of the main floor with radiant in-floor heating on all 3 levels.
Central air conditioning. Master suite on main floor, with main floor den and
laundry and 2 large bedrooms upstairs and recreation area. Enjoy beautiful natural
stone landscaping and large rear deck with breathtaking views.
Brownsville. 12 Acres Turn key Breeding,
boarding training Facility. $575,000.
Glen Morris Road. 23.5 acres. Finucane farm. Lovely house.
10 Custom Box Stalls. Two Barns. Board Paddocks. $799,900.
West River Road ( near Paris) 80 acres,. Original 1850 Fieldstone Home way back off road. Horse barn. Paddocks. Gardens. Backs onto the Grand River. Spectacular! $995,000.
Old Brock Road (near Simcoe) 5 acres, Pretty picturesque
property with creek, pond, horse barn with 5 box stalls.
immaculate older farmhouse. $319,900
Thompson Rd. (near WATERFORD) 10 acres. Remodelled
home. Horse Barn. Steel clad workshop. Fenced Pastures.
Pond. Old Orchard. $329,900
Township Rd Five (Princeton) 100 acres. Gorgeous Century
Home Circa 1880"s. Barn. Workshop. Pond.
15 acres hardwood bush. $689,900
West Quarter Line Road ( near Long Point) 3 acres. New
horse barn. Three stalls. Two Paddocks. Remodelled home
with huge family room. $269,900
Harrisburg Road ( near St George) 55 acres. Custom
Home, rolling hills trees, creek. $799,900.
20 Minutes North of London 34706 Coursey Line
$899,900
Call today for
your appointment to view.
Virtual Open House:
www.robsanderson.com.
Re/Max Advantage Realty Ltd., Brokerage
Rob Sanderson
151 Pine Valley Boulevard
London, Ontario N6K 3T6
ph. 519-649-6000 • fax 519-649-4698
Call Teri Davidson on all of these or view pictures at www.venturehomes.ca
Brokerage
Call Teri Davidson,
Broker/Owner,
Associate Realty Brantford Inc.
519-752-4116
JULY 2008 THE RIDER /69
real estate is knowing what you are
Continued from page 68 selling and being able to explain all
he said" people pay good money to of the pro's and con's of the product
soak in the hot sulphur springs!!" in order to avoid problems and disappointments after closing.
Lots of laughs.
Lack of water is another issue
which can be dealt with by explain- Teri Davidson is Broker/Owner of
ing how most people in cities are Associate Realty Brantford Inc. and
now paying for water and if you has been a licensed member of the
have a good cistern on the property Brantford Regional Real Estate
or install one ( again there is a cost Association for 31 years. Teri has
associated to this which must be served as committee chairperson
appreciated by the seller) you can and Director on her board and has
buy drinkable water for probably been actively involved in the United
about the same cost as what people way, Resurrection School Parent
pay in the city. The water is always Teacher Association and belongs to
safe, drinkable and you can even the AQHA Association. Teri, her
have the trucks make regular deliv- husband Brian, along with their
ery just like your oil or propane so three children and young grandson
you never have to worry about run- own White House Farm in Ancaster ,
Ontario where they raise, ride and
ning out.
A sulphur well is fine for live- breed registered quarter horses and
stock and you could utilize an older paints.
well or dig an new well for them.
The whole process of selling
Waterloo Region
Central Ontario Prince Philip Games Final Standings
The Central Ontario Region of Pony Club held its
Prince Philip Games Finals on Sunday, July 6 at Royal Lane
Farm between Highway 12 and Lindsay, north of Highway
7. Highlight results are shown below, with complete order
of finish for this meet and also cumulative in the internet
version.
At the A level, a combined Uxbridge-Scugog/Simcoe/Toronto & North York team, the “USSTs” won the
Regional championship, with the Rising Star “Sandybacks”
second (no third place). In the Masters competition, the
Uxbridge-Scugog “Electric Six” team finished on top, with
the Durham/Uxbridge-Scugog “Draters” team second and
another Uxbridge-Scugog entry, “Team Awesome”, third.
The top Regional A and Masters teams go on to play
for the Eastern Canada Champion?ship against teams from
the Western Ontario and Saint Lawrence-Ottawa Valley
Regions later this month, with the Western Ontario Region
hosting the meet this year. The two top Eastern Canadian A
level teams then play against Western Canadian representatives for the national championship, also in Western Ontario
Region. There is also a National Masters Championship, to
Erin, South Wellington, North Halton
Equestrian & Rural Properties
Both Realtors offer
20 years
Real Estate Sales
Experience
DEERWOOD REAL ESTATE LTD.,
Brokerage
6586 Crowsfoot Road, RR#1
Breslau, ON N0B 1M0
(519) 648-3133 (Phone)
Katherine RechtorisDavid McNab
(519) 648-3233 (Fax)
McNab, Real Estate
Broker
Broker of Record
email: deerwoodrealty@aol.com
be hosted by Alberta North Region this year. Both national
championships are scheduled for August 31-September 1.
B and C teams compete at the Regional level only.
The Maple Pony Club team took the honours at the B
level, with Rising Star second and a combined UxbridgeScugog/Victoria/Northwoods team third. At the C level,
Maple #1 was first, the Uxbridge-Scugog “Royal Lane
Rockets” second and the Temiskaming “Sapphires” third.
For details please call Bob Inglis, Central Ontario
Regional Communications Chair, at 416-493-1223 (office)
or 416-491-4230 (home) or via e-mail at bobinglis@technalysis.on.ca. For general background on the Canadian Pony
Club and its activities (including Prince Philip Games), or
on Central Ontario Region and its Branches, or for this or
previous press releases,
check out the Canadian Pony Club website at www.CanadianPonyClub.org and follow the appropriate links.
Erin, Caledon & Surrounding Areas
Alan McPhedran
Sales Representative
Re/Max Real Estate Centre Inc., Brokerage
Office (519) 856-0135 or 1-866-616-0210
Cell (519) 829-9930
Visit Our Website:
www.townandruralhomes.com
York Region & Durham Region
Ottawa Area
Real Estate
Agent
Directory
Brenda Tumanidis
Sales
Representative
Toll Free Pager: 1-800-361-6683
Cell: 905-955-1612, Res: 905-722-3323
E-Mail: brendat@ils.net
Website: www.homestore.ca
sutton group-future realty inc. Brokerage
INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED
905-853-5955
Office
40 Davis Dr., #3, Newmarket, ON L3Y 2M7
Norfolk County
Kawartha Lakes
Central Ontario
Durham Region
Southwestern Ontario
Stan Pajor
Sales Representative
Work: (519) 443-8620
• Fax: (519) 443-6434
Home: (519) 443-5696
• Cell: (519) 428-8788
Email: stan@kwic.com
46 Main St. S., Waterford, ON N0E 1Y0
Orangeville Area
www.murraygibbons.com
• Serving SouthWestern Ontario • 30 Years Experience
• International and local clientele
All types Farms, Rural, Residential,
Development Lands
MURRAY Gibbons, B.Sc., Agr.,
Broker
sutton group-professional realty inc., Brokerage
INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED
41 Broadway, Unit 3, Orangeville, ON L9W 1J7
Bus: (519) 940-0004
Toll Free: 1-888-506-1116
Fax: (519) 940-3443
Janna Imrie
Sales Representative
Email: jimrie@trebnet.com
David MURRAY Real Estate Broker Ltd.,
Waterford, Ontario
Call: Office 519-443-8620 or Cell 519-757-5595
Email: murray@murraygibbons.com
www.OwnOntario.com
Simcoe County
Brant County
Norfolk County
Teri Davidson
103 Queensway East,
Simcoe, Ontario N3Y 4M5
Broker/Owner
RE/MAX Erie Shores Realty Inc., REALTOR®
29 yrs full-time experience •
Canada's Most Referred Realtor
Independently Owned & Operated
STEVE SZUCS (Such), B. Comm.
Serving: Brant, Haldimand, Norfolk,
Oxford, South Dumfries, North
Dumfries, Ancaster, Flamborough,
Cambridge and Woodstock.
Associate Realty
Brantford Inc.
519-752-4116 • (519) 647-3330
teridavidson@execulink.com
Broker
“Satisfying customers for over 20 years”
Res: (519) 428-4280
Fax: (519) 428-1109
0081
Email: steve@mybrokersteve.com
Website: www.mybrokersteve.com
Bus: (519) 426(24 hour pager)
70/ JULY 2008 THE RIDER
30 Minutes West of London
2.32 acre horse farm on Graham Road near West Lorne. This property is a 10! Ranch home has 2+1 bedrooms (2 up, one down) 2 full baths, (Master BR has ensuite) Large kitchen with dining area, formal living room and a large family room with a fireplace. Partially finished basement has a bedroom, rec room
and lots of storage, or area for future finished use. Home has been re-insulated, re-shingled, re-sided and
replacement windows put in, in the last 10 years. Also has newer EEF F/Air gas furnace and C/Air. 2
patio doors lead to the back deck. It is a tastefully decorated, nicely treed and landscaped, non-smoking,
clean home and is move in ready!The 3 stall horse barn has a tack room and is well maintained and very
clean. Barn has a loft(water and hydro). The 40' x 23', 5 year old steel clad barn is ready to store your RV
and/or horse trailer(hydro). (2-11 foot doors) there is also a 34' x15' storage building that could be workshop/run in/hay storage....etc. Sandy type soil.There are two fenced paddocks that are horse ready.This
property is well maintained and ready for you and your horses.Municipal water & natural gas. Asking
$269,900. Call me to arrange a viewing. (MLS#418781 (LSTAR))
Land Office Inc.,
Beautiful Horse Farm
66 Acre property located
minutes off Highway 401
by Ridgetown, on paved
road. Immaculate
property features: double
garage; heated insulated
shop; pole barn;
horse barn with 9 oversize
stalls. A real showplace!
Call now for more details
Philip Chabot, Broker
519-495-7117 or email
p.chabot@rogers.com
Real Estate Brokerage, Dutton, ON
(519) 762-0001, 1-800-778-7749
co-listed with Bonnie Baker
SUTTON GROUP PREFERRED REALTY INC.(1), Brokerage,
Independently Owned and Operated
Royal LePage Landco Realty Brokerage
425 Dundas Street London, ON N6B 1V9
519-673-6941 • www.landcorealty.net
Affordable paradise for you and your horses
$439,000
50 acres 1-1/2 hours east
of Toronto and minutes
from Cobourg Via Train
station
320 Maple Grove Rd,
Colborne (Cramahe
Township), ON K0K 1S0
50 acre parcel set up as a hobby farm for horses. Approx. 10 acres fenced for horses,
10 acres fields and about 30 acres is mixed bush. The property features a 30' x 50' barn
with a 24' x 30' run in shelter and a 20' x 50' attached steel storage shed. The main barn
is complete with a finished tack room, 5 large box stalls and overhead loft for hay.
The house features 3 bedrooms, 2-1/2 baths, lovely kitchen with oak cabinets and work
island, workshop in lower level, wood stove, covered front porch and back deck.
The perfect set up for your hobby farm or horse farm operation.
Mls listing: 81110
Coboconk Farm - $374,900
Private in cottage country! 1.5 hours from T.O. 105 acre hobby
farm set stately on a hill. spring fed pond & 60 acres of rolling
pasture and hay fields with good fencing, round pen and run-ins.
Red Brick Century Farm Home with lots of original trim. Many
recent updates including, Electrical service, Insulation, 2 Drilled
Wells, Outdoor wood furnace, windows, bathroom, finished
basement, separate garage, plus so much more.
Separate 3000` square foot insulated building with ceramic tile
floors, nice trim and a lower level shop.
Would make a great art studio, wood shop, guest quarters.....?
Kirkfield Farm - $525,900
Tony Pulla, agent: toll free:
888-373-1980 or
24 hour pager: 905-373-1980
For more information including
floor plans, see mls 81110 at
website:www.pulla.ca
198 Acres with a 1/4 mile of shoreline on the south side
of Mitchell Lake with access to the Trent system.
4 Bedroom, 3 Bathroom updated home, Large heated
shop, Large Horse barn with 9 boxstalls. All on a paved
road 40 minutes to Lindsay or 30 minutes to Orillia.
sutton group - karawtha lakes realty inc. brokerage*
*INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED
Toll Free: (877) 405-8484 • Fax: (705) 454-2446 • Direct: (705) 879-0130
Email: mlipfeld@sutton.com • www.kawarthaproperties.com
JULY 2008 THE RIDER /71
B.E. Larkin Equipment Ltd.
3769 Stouffville Rd.,
Gormley, ON L0H 1G0
(905) 887-0802
Carriere & Poirier Equipment
5024 Hwy 17, Alfred, ON K0B 1A0
www.carrierporier.on.ca
Church’s Farm Supplies
B & T MacFarlane Ottawa Ltd. 3560 7th Line, Innisfil,
45 Slack Rd.,
Barrie, ON L9S 3M5
Nepean, ON K2G 0B7
(705) 458-0870
(613) 225-0555
Brant Tractor,
a Division of D & W Group
1324 Colborne St W
Brantford ON N3T 5L7
519-449-2500 www.dwgroup.ca
DeBoer’s Equipment
519 Wellington Rd. 7, RR #1,
Elora, ON N0B 1S0
(519) 846-5388
www.deboersequipment.com
Earth Power Tractor and
Equipment
Meaford , ON 1-800-265-3730
Stayner, ON 1-888-428-3188
Hyde Park Equipment
2034 Mallard Rd.,
London, ON N6H 5L8
(519) 471-1400
Ross Doble Inc.
100 Hwy 7 & 12
Sunderland, ON L0C 1H0
(705) 357-3123
Ed Stewart’s Equipment
Hwy 24 and Hwy 25 N,
Erin, ON N0B 1T0
(519) 833-9384
• 1-888-833-9616
Midwestern Equipment
Hwy 23 North,
Listowel, ON N4W 3H2
(519) 291-2697
Topline Trailer & Equipment Sales
1226 Hwy 31,
Winchester, ON K0C 2K0
(613) 774-0992
www.toplinetrailers.com
Brockville - 613-342-0668
Galer Farm Equipment
557 Hwy 5, between
Hwy 6 & Hwy 8,
Dundas, ON L9H 5E2
(905) 628-0551
Robert’s Farm Equipment
RR #1, Chesley, ON N0G 1L0
(519) 363-3192
1-888-265-4773
Vallance Equipment
4179 Simcoe St. N.,
Oshawa, ON L1H 7K4
(905) 655-3291
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