High Plains Paso Fino Horse Association

High Plains Paso Fino Horse
Association
Show-Me Especial Multi-Breed
Gaited Hor se Show
Kansas Coliseum
1229 East 85th Street N.
Valley Center, KS 67147-8701
June 5 and 6, 2010
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Region Officers & Committee
Chairs
Show Officials
Board Of Directors
Show Manager
President
Charlene McFadden
(660) 493-2314
ecmcfadden1@galaxycable.net
Vice President
Janet Broers
(785) 594 3738
E-mail: hjbroers@embarqmail.com
Treasurer
Steve Burgess
(620) 521 0003
E-mail: sburgess67846@sbcglobal.net
Peggy Tanner
Ph: 918 630 9832 Fax: 918 831 9265
E-Mail: ptanner@mcelroy.com
Barn Manager : Pam McDermott
Cell: 770.490.5035
Res: 404.835.7415
Fax: 770.787.5765
Thorsmork@aol.com
Secretary
Announcer: Theone Woker Starkey
Sue Bessee
(913) 271 6139
E-mail: suebesse@mokancomm.net
Ringmaster: Eric Oppliger
Directors
Silent Auction: Lenora Schuldt
Outdoor Trail Class: Patti Blichmann
Esther Oppliger
(620) 272 0124
E-mail: eoppligerjr@cox.net
Barbara Graham
(918) 358 3850
E-mail: bsgpaso@sbcglobal.net
Delegate to National Board
Charlene McFadden
(660) 493-2314
E-mail: ecmcfadden@galaxycable.net
Committee Chairs
Membership Coordinator
Janet & Harley Broers
Communications
Patti Blichmann (Newsletter)
Bob Doerr & Robin Visocky (Website)
Youth Futurity:
Education: Esther Oppliger
By Laws & Policies:
Nominations:
Trail Riding: MO Sharon Sanders and Linda
Rader
Arkansas: Linda Gaddy
Oklahoma: Barbara Graham
Kansas: Janet Broers
Planning:
Competitive Trail Ride: Barbara Graham
Judging System: PF /USEF/PFHA Sanctioned non-conferring, separate placements. 2
Judges per class, Judging System: All other
gaited breeds – 1 judge per class. IJA rules.
Abbreviations used in show bill:
S= Schooling Class
O = Open to all gaited breeds
E/W = English or Western Tack
T = Traditional Tack
Novice = has never won more than 3 blue ribbons; applies to horse or rider
*Qualifying class for High Point Open Rider
Award
Host Hotel: (Ask for Paso Fino Rate $89.95
plus tax)
Sleep Inn & Suites: 316 440 5050
1075 Hopalong Cassidy Circle
Valley Center, KS 67147
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Show Officials- Continued
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Judges:
Keith Dane, Sykesville, MD (Multi Breed/PFHA)
Mike Cumming, Wichita, KA (PFHA/USEF)
Jason Brrickner, Turnbridge, VT (Icelandic)
Steward: Lynn Ridgeway, Forest Park, Ga
Show Secretary
Sharron Scott
2001 Father Sky St. N. E.
Albuquerque, NM 87112
Ph: 505-271-9022 Fax: 505-271-0549
E-mail: sharron233@aol.com
Early in stalls must be received by May 15
Vet on Call: John Brooks DVM
Ph: 316-733-6866
Certified Ferrier on Call: Jason Schuldt
Ph: 620-200-4402
DQP: Fields Richardson
The Kansas Coliseum, Pavilion I and II, is located at
1-135 and Exit 17. In order to help you, the following
are recommendations on how to get there if you are
coming from the four corners: North (I-70): 1-135
south to exit 17; Northeast: South on 1-35 (Turnpike)
to Highway 254 (El Dorado exit), then west to I-135,
north to Exit 17; East: 1-35 (Turnpike) to Highway 54
(Kellogg) exit, east on Kellogg to I-135, north to exit
17; South: I-35 (Turnpike) to K-15 exit (merge onto I135), north to exit 17; West: Highway 54 (Kellogg) to
I-135, north to exit 17.
Entry Fee (Per Class/Per Judge/Day:
Pre-Entry by May 15 $30
All Youth Classes $15
No Show at Gate
$15
Best Gaited Horse of Show Class $35
Championship per Judge $20
USEF/Drug Fee per Horse $15
Stall for Weekend/1 horse
per stall
$50
DQP Fee
$15*
Shavings/Bag
$7
Early/Late Arrivals (Pre/Approval)
$30
Camper Fee
Pending/day
Catered Dinner Saturday Night Price and
Menu $8.50
Reservations must be included on
Entry form.
*applies to TWH’s, Mountain Horses, Fox
Trotters. One Time Fee per horse.
Breed Abbreviations:
O – Open to all gaited breeds
ICE – Icelandic Horse
MFT – Missouri Fox Trotter
Convenient electrical and water outlets. Arena is apMH – Mountain Horse
proximately 100’ X 210’ with soft footing. Any stalls
PF – Paso Fino
occupied on Thursday or Friday, June 3 and 4, must be
P – Peruvian
by prior agreement.
TWH – Tennessee Walking
Horse
Kansas Coliseum
1229 East 85th Street N.
Valley Center, KS 67147-8701
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O
Halter 3 Yr Old and Under – Fillies
2
O
Halter 4 Years and Older – Fillies & Mares
3
TWH
Model Mares & Geldings
4
O
Halter 3 Yr Old and Under – Geldings and Colts
5
O
Halter 4 Years and Older – Geldings and Stallions
6
TWH
Model Stallions
7
O
Halter Championship
8
O
Youth Trail Pleasure - 2 Gaits
9
PF
Pleasure Schooling Fillies 3 & 4 Yr Old Open
10
ICE
Youth & Beginner Tolt Schooling Class (Rider; FIPO 17)
11
P
Peruvian Pleasure, Open (Bit or Bozal, T/W)
12
S
Junior Rider, 18 and under (E/W)
13
ICE
Tolt (Ridden in the manner of FIPO T3)
14
TWH
Park Pleasure 2 Gait
15
PF
Pleasure Schooling Colts & Geldings 3 & 4 Yr Old Open
16
P
Bozal Colts and Geldings
17
MH
Open Show Pleasure
18
MFT
Amateur Ladies
19
TWH
Amateur Owned & Trained Trail Pleasure Specialty
20
MH
Youth Country Pleasure
21
PF
Pleasure Mares Open
22
P
Peruvian Pleasure – Green Horse or Novice Rider (T/W)
23
MFT
Amateur Mens
24
S
Novice Rider Walk and Slow Gait (E/W)
25
PF
Pleasure Geldings & Stallions Open
26
TWH
Barefoot Country Pleasure 2 Gait
27
MFT
Open Stallions/Geldings 3 Gait
28
P
Bozal Mare
PF/O
Western Pleasure
30
PF
Pleasure Youth
31
MH
Open Amateur Trail Pleasure
32
ICE
Green/Novice Horse Tolt Schooling
33
O
Youth Trail Pleasure - 3 Gaits
34
PF
Pleasure Championship Open
35
MFT
Open English Pleasure – 2 Gaits
36
TWH
Country Pleasure
37
O
Men's/Ladies Trail Pleasure 2 Gaits Open
38
PF
A/O Pleasure Schooling Fillies 3 & 4 Yr Old
29/29A
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MH
Open Trail Pleasure Geldings
40
P
Gait Open
41
O
Men's/Ladies Country Pleasure – 2 Gaits Open
42
PF
A/O Pleasure Schooling Colts & Geldings 3 & 4 Yr Olds
43
MFT
Youth 17 & Under
44
O
Adult Equitation – 2 Gaits
45
PF
A/O Pleasure Mares
46
ICE
4 Gait (Ridden in the manner of FIPO V2)
47
MH
Open Mares Classic Pleasure
48
TWH
Trail Pleasure to Canter
49
PF
A/O Pleasure Geldings and Stallions
50
MFT
Open Mares – 3 Gaits
51
P
Breeding Mares
52
ICE
Pleasure Tolt
53
O
Open Lead Line
54
PF
A/O Pleasure Championship
55
MH
Open Trail Pleasure
56
O
Youth Country Pleasure – 2 Gaits
57
PF
Performance Schooling Fillies 3 & 4 Yr Old Open
58
MFT
Open Western Pleasure – 2 Gaits
59
PF
Performance Schooling Colts & Geldings 3 & 4 Yr Old Open
60
MH
Open Amateur Country Pleasure
61
P
Breeding Stallions
62
PF
Performance Mares Open
63
O
Open Water Glass
64
PF
Performance Gelding & Stallions Open
65
MH
Amateur Owned and Trained Trail Pleasure
66
O
Trail with Obstacles
Saturday Night after Dinner Break
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P/PF
Concurso de Paseo (E/W/T)
68
O
Champagne Challenge
69
ICE
Icelandic Beer Mug Tolt
70
O
Pole Bending in Gait
71
O
Pole Bending Youth in Gait
72
O
Pole Bending
73
O
Pole Bending Youth
74
O
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75
PF
Youth Horsemanship Sub Junior (7-9)
76
PF
Youth Horsemanship Sub Junior (10-12)
77
PF
Youth Horsemanship Junior (13-17)
78
PF
Equitation Sub Junior (7-9)
79
PF
Equitation Sub Junior (10-12)
80
PF
Equitation Junior (13-17)
81
PF
Silver Medal Equitation
82
TWH
Youth Trail Pleasure 2 Gait
83
84
O
MFT
Novice Trail Pleasure – 2 Gaits
Amateur Owned Men's -2 Gaits
85
PF
Performance Youth
86
MFT
Amateur Stallions/Geldings
87
PF
Performance Championship Open
88
O
Amateur Trail Pleasure – 2 Gaits
89
P
Luxury Geldings
90
MH
Amateur Owned and Trained Classic Pleasure
91
PF
A/O Performance Schooling Fillies 3 & 4 Yr Old
92
O
Open Speed Racing
93
TWH
English Pleasure Specialty
94
MFT
Open Ladies – 3 Gaits
95
PF
A/O Performance Schooling Colts & Geldings 3 & 4 Yr Old
96
O
Youth Country Pleasure – 3 Gaits
97
MH
Youth Trail Pleasure
98
PF
A/O Performance Mares
99
100
O
P
Men's/Ladies Trail Pleasure – 3 Gaits Open
Pleasure Mares
102
PF
A/O Performance Geldings & Stallions
103
MH
Open Amateur Country Trail Pleasure
104
PF
A/O Performance Championship
105
O
Men’s/Ladies Country Pleasure – 3 Gait Open
106
TWH
Amateur Owned and Trained English Pleasure 2 Gait
107
MFT
Open Country Pleasure – 2 Gaits
108
PF
Fino Schooling Fillies 3 & 4 Yr Old Open
109
O
English Pleasure – 2 Gaits
110
P
Pleasure Stallions
111
MH
Open Classic Pleasure Stallions/Geldings
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PF
Fino Schooling Colts & Geldings 3 & 4 Yr Old Open
113
O
Amateur Trail Pleasure – 3 Gaits
114
MFT
Open Men’s 3 Gait
115
PF
Fino Mares Open
116/116A
PF/O
Driving
117
TWH
4 Yr old and under Trail Pleasure 2 Gait
118
MH
Open Trail Pleasure Mares
119
PF
Fino Geldings & Stallions Open
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120
P
Pleasure Geldings
121
MFT
Amateur Owned Ladies – 2 Gaits
122
PF
Fino Youth
123
O
Youth Equitation – 2 Gaits
124
MH
Open Western Pleasure
125
O
Costume
126
PF
Fino A/O Schooling Fillies 3 & 4 Yr Old
127
MFT
Amateur Mares
128
O
Novice Country Pleasure – 2 Gaits
129
PF
Fino A/O Schooling Colts & Geldings 3 & 4 Yr Old
130
MH
Open Trail Pleasure Stallions & Geldings
131
PF
Fino A/O Mares
132
O
Youth Championship
133
MFT
Novice Amateur
134
PF
Fino A/O Geldings & Stallions
135
O
Trail Pleasure Championship – 2 Gaits
136
PF
Fino A/O Championship
137
ICE
Open Icelandic Championship
138
O
Country Pleasure Championship – 2 Gaits
139
MFT
MFT Amateur Championship (E/W)
140
MH
MH Classic Pleasure Championship
141
PF
PF Fino Championship Open
142
P
Peruvian Championship (Bit or Bozal, T/W)
143
MH
MH Trail Pleasure Championship
144
TWH
TWH Championship (E/W)
145
MFT
MFT Open Championship
146
O
Country Pleasure Championship – 3 Gaits
147
O
Trail Pleasure Championship - 3 Gaits
148
O
Best Gaited Horse of Show Championship
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Tennessee Walking Horse Country Pleasure – Class #36
Country Pleasure spotlights the attributes that are the backbone of the TWH’s popularity – the smooth and
stylish walk in its most basic form combined with a relaxed and willing attitude. Judging parameters include:
the overall balance between horse and rider, correct gaits, smoothness and economy of motion (the ability to
cover a lot of ground for an extended period of time). In addition, the Country Pleasure horse shall break less
than 45 degrees with the knees and lack the lift of the shoulders. The over stride naturally may be shorter in
this division, but should never appear trotty or stiff. The head nod must truly be an up and down nod (never
side to side), but may lack some of the depth needed in the other divisions. This is a no-canter class. The trail
walk may be asked for at the Judges’ discretion. The Country Pleasure horse must be alert and well-behaved,
stand quietly and back readily. Keg shoes only 3/8 X ¾”, two hands are allowed with a western bar/shank bit.
Cavesons are optional for western, ring snaffles are allowed for any age horse in both English and Western.
Neat English or Western attire is required, but not a combination of both.
Trail Class with Obstacles: #66
This class is to demonstrate the trail abilities of the saddle horse. A diagram of the course will be available at
the show office 30 minutes before the class. The course will be an outdoor class. Horse and rider must complete
as many obstacles as possible with a given time limit. The rider may attempt the obstacles in any order and
my repeat obstacles. Points are awarded based on each obstacle’s level of difficulty.
Peruvian/Paso Fino “Concurso de Paseo”: # 67
The Spanish breed challenge is on. Open to both Peruvian and Paso Fino Horses. This class will consist of both
work on the rail in gait and individual workouts for each horse and rider. Workouts may include maneuvers
such as circles, serpentines, stop and stand, and backing. Individual workout will include a dismount, leading
the horse and then re-mount. Emphasis will be on horsemanship, gait, manners, willingness and teamwork
between horse and rider.
Icelandic Beer Mug Tolt: #69
All riders are to enter the arena at the walk holding their beer mugs. The announcer will call the gaits as directed by the judge: slow tolt and any tempo tolt. Line up and measure mugs. Winner is the horse and rider
with the most beer left in their mug that stayed in tolt. If there are 2 or more riders with the same amount of
beer left in their mugs, there will be work off.
Bareback (with $10 bill): #74
Participants are given a $10 bill at the gate before entering the class. The winner will receive $10 for every
horse that enters this class. The more horses that enter, the higher the jackpot.
Catered Dinner:
Join us for Saturday night dinner. Food will be catered. Menu to be posted on our website. Please make your
dinner reservation on the entry form.
Required Gaits
Icelandics:
Perform 4 gaits: 1) Walk; 2) Tolt; 3) Trot; and 4) Canter as required by class type. Walk and tolt will be required in all classes. Class descriptions for Icelandic Horses are available at http://www.icelandics.or/
rules.php?bc=AnBw but are a guideline for this event.
Missouri Fox Trotters:
Perform 3 gaits: 1) Flat Walk; 2) Fox Trot; 3) Canter. FOSH rules apply.
Mountain Horses:
Perform 3 gaits: 1) Trail Walk; 2) Show Gait; 3) Pleasure Gait. United Mountain Horse show rules apply
(www.unitedmountainhorse.org). Classes are pending approval by UMH.
Paso Finos:
Perform 3 gaits: 1) Walk; 2) Paso Corto; 3) Paso Largo. Paso Fino clas
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Peruvians:
Perform 3 gaits: 1) Walk; 2) Paso Llano 3) Sobreandando. Exhibitors may use Western or Traditional Peruvian tack in any class. Horses may be shown in either bit or bozal, but may not change from one to the other
over the course of the show, i.e., horses in bozal in one class may not be shown in bit in another class. FOSH
rules apply.
Tennessee Walking Horses:
Perform 3 gaits: 1) Flat Walk; 2) Running Walk; 3) Canter. TWH Pleasure classes are open to both lite shod
and trail pleasure keg shod horses. Both types can get points for their division (this includes FOSH, WISHA,
TWHBEA associations). TWHBEA Versatility Rules apply. Open and TWH classes are eligible for points.
Exhibitors bring your personal point book to the show to be signed by the Show Secretary.
Mountain Horse classes will follow the FOSH RMH rules as a guide. Please note that all horses showing as
Mountain Horses must show recognized Mountain Horse ancestry and can show NO SIGN of the overo,
tobiano, or Appaloosa spotting patterns.
Show Regulations:
All horses must present negative coggins form. Please note: this show is intended for SOUND and NATURALLY gaited horses. No padded horses, plastic wraps, hoof bands, action devices, chains or training devices will be allowed on the show grounds! Maximum toe length on all horses is 4.5”. No additional weight
can be added to the shoe. Horses found to be in violation of FOSH shoeing rules will be ineligible to show
and will forfeit any entry fees paid.
All under saddle classes are restricted to horses 3 year old and older. Horses younger than 3years old are permitted to enter conformation and driving classes only.
Show Management reserves the right to consolidate, or cancel any class which has less than three (3) entries.
Classes may be held concurrently at show management’s discretion. Lunch and dinner breaks TBA.
Every PF class offered herein which is covered by the rules and specification of the current USEF rule book
and PFHA rule book will be conducted and judged in accordance thereto. This is a FOSH affialiated and
sanctioned show.
Owners, trainers, riders, and grooms must use reasonable care in the handling and treatment of their horses
owned and/or placed in their care during the competition, as per USEF policy.
2 Gait Classes will include a slow gait and an intermediate gait.
Slow gait = Flat Walk, Show Gait, Slow Tolt, Flatfoot Walk, Paso Llano
Intermediate gait = Running Walk, Pleasure Gait, Medium Tolt, Foxtrot, Sobreandando
3 Gait Classes will include the walk, an intermediate gait and the canter.
The Show-Me Especial, sponsored by the High Plains Paso Fino Horse Association, is open to all purebred
gaited horses and to gaited partbloods. PFHA registration papers are required to enter PF classes. Registration papers are not required for other gaited breeds. However, to qualify for breed association points, breed
classes require a copy of the horse’s registration papers be turned in along with the entry form. Schooling
classes (S) do not count toward breed association points.
The Show-Me Especial is pending approval by United Mountain Horse as a pointed show; for Tennessee
Walking Horses TWBEA Versatility Rules apply for versatility points (TWH exhibitors please bring your
point books); Paso Fino classes are pointed in accordance to PFHA/USEF rules. All other breeds, FOSH
rules apply.
Cross Entering:
High Plains Paso Fino Horse Association supports and encourages the goal of better equitation and horsemanship. Schooling classes are included in this show to provide novice and/or beginning riders the opportunity to get constructive feedback from the judge and improve their riding and horsemanship skills. The
schooling classes also allow green horses to get their initial experience in the show ring. Exhibitors who enter
schooling classes may enter Open classes if they wish.
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Gate Rule
The progress of the show can be heard over the loudspeaker in both the barn and the warm-up arena. It is the exhibitor’s responsibility to know what class is in the ring. The three (3) minute gate rule will be enforced. Three minute
gate holds shall be granted, upon early notification to show management and gate personnel. Once the gate is closed
the class will be considered in session and no other entry will be allowed into the arena. Check in with the gate personnel well in advance of your class. If you have classes back to back with different horses or need to change tack an
additional 5 minute hold can be requested in ADVANCE.
Best Gaited Horse of Show
Any horses that received a first place under saddle in an open, breed, or schooling class during this show qualifies to
enter and compete for Best Gaited Horse of Show. (Must be the same horse and rider of the qualifying class).
Ribbons and Awards:
Six ribbons will be awarded in all regular classes. PF division championships will ribbon four places. Best of Show
Grand Champion will be awarded a neck ribbon with an engraved silver tray and will be promoted historically
through future shows. Best of Show Reserve Champion is awarded a neck ribbon. Championship class first place
winners receive a trophy and ribbon. Championship classes 7, 20, 132, 135, 137 – 147 each first place winner will
receive a trophy and ribbon.
High-Point Open Rider Award:
The horse and rider combination accumulating the most points in Open Classes (under saddle) will receive the Open
High-Point Rider Award. The High-Point Open rider award will be presented Sunday afternoon. Qualifying classes
are those under saddle classes open to all riders and include:
Class 29/29A Western Pleasure
Class 37 Trail Pleasure – 2 Gait
Class 99 Trail Pleasure -3 Gait
Class 105 Mens/Ladies Country Pleasure – 3 Gait Open
Class 63 Open Water Glass
Class 66 Trail with Obstacles
Class 68 Champagne Challenge
Class 74 Bareback with $10 Bill
Class 109 English Pleasure – 2 Gait
Breed Championship Classes:
All horses must qualify for their respective Breed Championship classes. In order to compete in any Championship
offered, the entry must first have been shown and judged in the qualifying class. Qualifying classes for each breed are
as follows:
Breed Championship:
Qualifying Classes:
Icelandic
10, 13, 32, 46, 52, 69
Missouri Fox Trotter (Amat)
18, 23, 58, 84 86, 121, 127, 133
Missouri Fox Trotter Open
27, 35, 50 94, 114
Mountain Horse Trail Pleasure 31, 39 55, 65, 97, 118, 130
Mountain Horse Show Pleasure 17, 47,111
Paso Fino Show Championship 34, 54, 87, 125, 136
Peruvian
11, 16 22, 28 40 51, 61, 89, 100, 110, 120
Tennessee Walking Horse
14, 19, 26, 48
In order to complete in any of the specialty class Championships, the entry must have first shown and been in judged
in a qualifying division class.
Country Pleasure Championship
Trail Pleasure Championship
Youth Championship
DQP Inspections: This show is for SOUND HORSES ONLY. Any lame or sored horses will be disqualified from
competition and may be asked to leave the grounds and forefeit all fees. All Tennessee Walkers, Mountain Horses,
and Missouri Fox trotters will be checked by the DQP before each class and all 1st and 2nd place horses will be checked
immediately following the class.
Refunds:
Official written notice must be received by the show secretary or show office no later than May 23, 2010 if an entry is to be cancelled. The entry fee
(s) in this case will be refunded, less an office fee of $20 per horse. After May 23rd, the exhibitor shall forfeit his entry fees. In either case, no refunds
will be made on stall fees. Veterinary statements will be honored ONLY if they are received prior to the first day of the show. Scratched classes will
not be refunded but can be applied to another class of equal dollar value.All checks returned for insufficient funds will be charged a $25 handling
fee and must be replaced by a certified check or cashier’s check.
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THE PASO FINO HORSE
You are about to meet one of the most exciting breeds in North America today—the
PASO FINO. Known for its loyalty, athleticism, spirit, graceful carriage and exceptionally smooth ride, the Paso Fino is the ideal horse for the entire family. So whether you
are looking for your first horse, a new addition to your barn, or a way to recapture the
joy of riding after time away from the saddle, we invite you to learn more about this
unique horse and see for yourself why it’s called the “Rolls Royce” of the horses.
AMERICA’S 500 YEAR OLD BREED
The traits that people cherish in the Paso Fino today have been a part of its heritage for
over 500 years. Although the Paso Fino has been bred in Latin America since the days of
the Conquistadors, this unique horse was virtually unknown in the United States until
the late 1940’s. A mixture of three European breeds—the Andalusian, the Barb, and the
now extinct Spanish Jennet—the descendants of today’s Paso Fino were transported to
the New World on the second voyage of Christopher Columbus. Used as a foundation
stock for remount stations of the Conquistador, they carried their riders for days over
mountains, open ranges, and dense jungles, paving the way for exploration and conquest. Over time these horses came to be known as Los Caballos de Paso Fino, “the
horse with the fine step.”
GETTING TO KNOW PASO FINOS
Today the Paso Fino reflects its Spanish Heritage through its proud carriage, elegance,
and natural four-beat gait. When most people first see a Paso Fino, they are impressed by
its noble appearance. With its beautifully flowing, luxurious mane and tail, full forelock
and athletic balance, it gives an immediate impression of power and grace. Paso Finos
are not just beautiful, they are intelligent, affectionate, and built for fun and hard work.
Unlike many other breeds, the Paso Fino is seldom shod unless traveling on rocky surfaces. Naturally quick, surefooted and athletic, their hooves are extremely durable. Paso
Finos will vary in size from 13.2 to 15.2 hands with the average being slightly over 14
hands. The ideal Paso Fino has a powerful neck with a graceful arch. While the chest is
moderate in width, the mid-section is moderate in length with a well-sprung rib cage.
The legs of a Paso Fino show well defined tendons and refined bones with longer forearms and shorter cannons than some of the larger breeds. If you like variety, Paso Fino
horses can be found in every equine color—with or without white markings—including
bay, black, buckskin, palomino, chestnut, grey, roan and even pinto.
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THE PASO FINO GAITS
While appearance is an important consideration—any horse you buy should be conformationally correct and sound—gait is paramount for a Paso Fino. Paso Finos can walk,
canter and gallop like other horses, but their preferred way of going is their own natural
four-beat lateral gait. The Paso Fino gait will produce a wonderfully smooth ride at the
three primary speeds: Classic Fino, Paso Corto, and Paso Largo. During the Classic
Fino, the horse holds itself fully collected and balanced. Leg motion is smooth and extravagant, and each hoof hits the ground in rapid succession. Used for show purposes
only, it is performed with the same forward impulsion as a slow walk, yet it has a rapid
footfall. The Paso Corto is the average trail gait and is comparable in speed to a trot.
Forward speed is moderate, ground covering, but unhurried, executed with a medium
extension and stride. A well-conditioned horse may travel at the Paso Corto for hours
without tiring, and because of the smooth gait, so can the rider. The Paso Largo is the
fastest speed, executed with a longer extension, stride, and varying degrees of collection.
Forward speed varies, since each horse should attain a top speed in harmony with its
own natural stride and cadence. A Paso Fino breeder will have horses who can demonstrate the Paso Fino gait. Remember, the better the gait, the better the ride!
FOR THE EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME
Owning a Paso Fino is a special experience. While you and your Paso Fino will be perfectly happy on a quiet trail ride, there are a host of other activities you can enjoy together with your Paso Fino—in the show ring, on a competitive trial and endurance
ride, at barrel racing, in team penning and roping as well as back at the ranch working
cattle. You can enjoy the company of other Paso Fino owners at local, regional and national shows or by joining the Paso Fino Horse Association and its regions. If you would
like to show your Paso Fino off to the community, they make ideal parade horses—you
always know when there’s a Paso Fino in a parade by the outburst of applause! Whatever you want out of your horse owning experience the Paso Fino will provide you
with a lifetime of enjoyment for you and your family. For a first hand look at the beautiful Paso Fino, visit a farm or ranch in your area or contact the Paso Fino Horse Association. Find out where the nearest Paso Fino Show will be held in your area and go talk to
the breeders and watch the horses perform. If will be an experience you won’t soon forget.
Also, remember to check the High Plains region website for upcoming events: highplainspfha.org
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High Plains Paso Fino Association
Mission Statement
In all matters, the Association will endeavor, to the best of its ability, to promote and market the Paso Fino Horse
and provide for the needs of its members in a positive, enthusiastic and
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HIGH PLAINS PASO FINO ASSOCIATION REGION
HISTORY
The High Plains Paso Fino Horse Association was organized in the summer of 1998
with 66 members and 210 horses. They were approved by the PFHA Board of Directors at the October 1998 Board of Directors meeting. That was a momentous occasion, because this was one of the few regions to be approved in the near past. The
purpose of the formation of this new region was to have a smaller geographical territory with a higher concentration of members so we could be more involved together in
the name of our Paso Fino Horses. What has actually happened is that our membership has grown over the years; the miracle age of technology has helped us stay in
touch as we continue to grow in membership and our member area grows. Since the
first official meeting as an organization on November 21, 1998 our membership has
grown to over 160 members.
What attributed to this is outstanding members who want to see our region succeed.
They volunteer, then volunteer again. The second attribution is striving for consensus
and something for everyone. We have concentrated on our membership as Board
customers and work to assure they receive benefits. We want congeniality, and everyone to have a voice.
We are aware that one of any organizations problems is communication. For that reason we have a bi-monthly newsletter, and a website www.highplainspfha.org accessible to members of High Plains and nearby national membership. We encourage farm
clinics offering $300/clinic, up to $1000/year to help defray cost of educating our members and the public to our wonderful horses. In addition we provide $75/trail ride to
help with the cost of providing fun and community to our members. We have a newly
formed youth organization, sponsoring two youth ($1000 each) in the last three years
to the Youth Mundial.
Some of our activities include the Lawrence Ks Christmas Parade, Beef Empire Days
parade in Garden City, July 4th Parade in Marshfield Mo, (the oldest parade west of the
Mississippi), two shows, one in Tulsa, the other in Springfield Mo; two or more trail
rides/year, one in Missouri, one in Kansas, and one in Oklahoma. We participate annually in Equi-Fest, Wichita Ks.
Our region is blessed with some of the founders of Paso Fino horses in the United
States and founders of the breed registry and organization. Our region is also blessed
with some of the foundation stock, as well as National Show High Point achievers. We
are proud of our farms, our members and our horses. We wish everyone good luck
and good riding.
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