Winter Day at the Park—February 13, 2016

March 2016

2 Mission Statement The Wisconsin State Horse Council Equine Founda-

3 St. Jude Charity Open Show tion (WSHCEF) sponsored their Annual Winter

4 WSHCEF Day at the Park fund raising event on February 13 at the Fireman’s Park in Columbus. This year’s weather was a big improvement over 2015. It was 5 Confidence Bldg Clinic/ 6. JCDHA brisk, but not windy, and an all around nice winter Stateline Equine Program

Judges Seminar to feature Saddleseat and Gaited Horses in 2014 The 2014 Judges Seminar has been set for March 29, 2014. We are happy to report that it will again be in Custer, Wi at the Heartland Stables. The clinician will be at Best Western in Plover with a live demonstration at Heartland Stables. Judges, Judge candidates and auditors are welcome to attend and learn. Please fill out the enclosed registration form to sign up. The clinician this year is Nicole Carswell -Tolle who has been a professional in the Tennesse Walking Horse industry for 25 years. She currently resides in Fountain, Colorado. Nicole has held many positions within the Tennessee Walking Horse world. She provided instruction during judge education courses for NHSC and SHOW. She created the original Equitation Certification Judges Test; she has judged several of the industry’s top shows including the National Fun Show and the WHOA International Colt and Pleasure Horse Show. Nicole’s passion is teaching the art of riding instruction and how rider effectiveness applies to horse training. She is a strong advocate for youth as they are the foundation of tomorrow. She also strongly encourages adult riders to achieve their greatest potential regardless of age. 7 NEW- Currently, Nicole travels to Europe twice a year for horsemanship and training camps. Nicole is the author of Matter of Pride, Horsemanship for Riders of Tennes- see Walking Horses, has produced videos; Equitation and Show Ring Presentation, and Teaching Your Horse to Park.

Business Cards day. A roaring fire was main- 89 WHCNEWDA Judges So. Seminar Chapter tained outside and the food area was kept warm and inviting. 10 North American Western All those in attendance ap- Dressage peared to enjoy themselves 1112 MW Renegade Dare Devils thoroughly. It was a full day

BCHTA Thanks/Gov. with 52 model horse exhibitors 13 Park Registration showing and competing inside, Governor Dodge State Park while the sleigh competitions, Ski- Joring and bobsled rides were going 1514 Wisconsin Cowboy Dressage Youth on outside. Among the gorgeous 16 NEW Championship New Horse Trails sleighs, gutsy ski-jorers and specta-

tors ,were people hailing from Illinois, Challenge Michigan, Minnesota, Indiana and 17 Championship Challenge Wisconsin. 18 Upcoming Events 19 Advertisement The weather created a few challeng- 20 MHF Lineup es such as cancellations and attempting to Ready to Hit the Trails/ keep food, drinks and spectators warm. The 21 Foundation members and volunteers put in 22 Corriente Ad WHC Advertising Form long hours 23 Rodeo to make 4 Day Trail School/MHF their event 24 Midwest Horse Fair a success. Their ability to stay positive and support 25 each other under the challenging conditions illustrates 26 Classified Ads their commitment to the Foundation that serves the 27 Ride Wisconsin equine industry in Wisconsin. Thanks to everyone for their attendance and hard work to make this Sleigh 28 Trail Quest 2016 Rally another great success. 29 Success Challenges 30 Success Challenges cont. Form 31 WHC Product Order

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President– Nancy Edwards To promote the horse through leadership, education, service and 262-623-9092 [email protected] communication. Vice President– Katie Bachhuber 920-539-0601 And to take a proactive role in the future growth and [email protected] development of the equine industry. Secretary-Jill Feller 920-948-9502 [email protected] Treasurer– Ron Miller Wisconsin Horse Council 608-873-3848 Advertising Rates [email protected] Member Advertising Non Member Advertising Executive Board Directors Rates Rates Karen Kroll 608-795-2321 (Past President) $75.00 Full Page $100.00 Full Page [email protected] James Harris 608-987-3600 (Director at $37.50 1/2 Page $60.00 1/2 Page Large-Rep. to WSHCEF) $18.75 1/4 Page $35.00 1/4 Page [email protected] Gail Seasor 608-576-9429 (Rep. to MHF- $9.40 Business Card $25.00 Business Card Director at Large) [email protected] See inside back page for advertising form Floyd Finney 608-868-4543 (Dist. 4 Rep.) [email protected] Larry Gage 608-624-3446 (Dist. 5 rep.) Membership in the Wisconsin Horse Council is open to individuals, [email protected] associations, businesses, societies, or other entities whose interests Sheila Kisling 715-651-1213 (Dist. 1 Rep.) are in line with WHC’s purpose and Mission Statement. Our member- [email protected] ship year will follow the calendar year. Members will also receive our Holly McMullen 715-351-0961 (Dist. 2 Rep.) monthly newsletter where FREE classified ads can be placed and [email protected] reasonable 1/4, 1/2 and full page ads can be arranged. The Bonnie Shepherd 262-670-1426 (Dist. 3 Rep) newsletter reaches 500+ horse enthusiasts. [email protected] The Council employs a professional Lobbyist who works with us on Wisconsin Horse Council Staff Members pending legislation as needed for the equine industry.

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General Manager-Rhonda Reese [email protected] 131 S. Ludington St. Columbus, WI 53925 920-623-5515 ofc. 920-623-5454 fax pp Page 4 Page 3 MWFQHA St. Jude Charity Open Horse Show Mid-West Foundation Quarter Horse Association will host an open show on May 7th, 2016 at Diamond G Ranch, 4564 Knoll Road, Rochelle, Illinois, 61068. This will be the 9th year we have hosted an event to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. St. Jude was started in 1962 by actor Danny Thomas with the promise that families would not have to pay for services provided by St. Jude. Before research began at St. Jude, childhood cancer was considered a death sentence. Only 20% of children diagnosed survived. With the research now being done the overall survival for children is 80% and 94% for children with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. Some of the services provided by St. Jude include free transportation to and from the hospital for the child and one parent. If the child must stay at the facility for an ex- tended period of time the entire family will be transported to the location for a visit. Accommodations are made for the child’s parent to stay in the same room with the child and all meals are provided for the parent. All treatments are provided at no cost to the family. Mid-West Foundation Quarter Horse Association donates 100% of the profit from this show to St. Jude. Over the last 9 years we have donated a total of $12,462.97. We are hoping to have a great turn out this year to provide more help for St. Jude, and would like to thank all of the volunteers that help us put on a great show.

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Welcome to the Wisconsin State Horse Council Equine Foundation The bond between an equestrian and their equine is an experience worth cherishing; we are dedicated to strengthening this bond and enriching the equestrian experience in Wisconsin through education, research, charity, and scholarship. Visit our website www.wisconsinhorsecouncil.org– Go to the WSHCEF tab - near the top What is the mission statement of the WSHC Equine Foundation? The Wisconsin State Horse Council Equine Foundation was created to better serve Wisconsin's growing equestrian community and to help that community realize its fullest potential. The Foundation is a tax exempt, non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization and as such allows individuals to make tax-deductible contributions to support Wisconsin equine projects. The mission of the Equine Foundation is to support Wisconsin's expanding equestrian community by funding: ....Educational Initiatives ....Equine Research ....Trail Development ....Youth Scholarship and Participation

What is our relationship with the Wisconsin State Horse Council? Wisconsin State Horse Council is our parent organization and the sole member of the WSHC Equine Foundation. WSHC Board of Directors are elected to serve on the WSHC Equine Foundation Board of Directors, along with non-WSHC individuals. The WSHC was incorporated in 1972 as an advocate for the equine owners and industry in the State of Wisconsin. It has grown to become the focus of the equine industry in Wisconsin. The Mission Statement of the Wisconsin State Horse Council is: To represent and foster a unified equine industry in Wiscon- sin. To promote the horse through leadership, education, service and communications, and to take a proactive role in the future growth and development of the equine industry in the State of Wisconsin. WSHC Equine Foundation is a federally approved 501C(3) non-profit corporation dedicated to the advancement of equine activities and the equine industry in general. The Foundation's main objectives are to promote education, research and development, charity, and scholarship opportunities for equestrians in Wisconsin. WSHCEF Board of Directors

Board of Directors & Volunteer Team President Gary Jackson Mike McGowan Karen Meekma Vice President Diane Sackett Linda Ernsberger Lee Sackett Secretary Linda Ernsberger Rich Ernsberger Lila Lemanski Treasurer Elaine Gauthier James Harris Melanie Lichtfeld

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If you’d like to learn more about the Wisconsin State Equine Foundation-Go to our website (www.wisconsinhorsecouncil.org) and click on the Equine Foundation tab on top the website. Learn more about the Foundation. Wisconsin Horse Council March Page 5

Confidence Building Clinic with Mary Hamilton Where: Fox Ridge Stable, N7278 County Road O, River Falls, WI 54022 When: May 14, 2016 Cost: Early bird special with your paid registration before March 31 is $150.00 includes one complimentary audit pass for a friend. After March 31 cost is $175.00, audit $35 a day. Highlights: Western Wisconsin location, beautiful facility, stalls available to rent, indoor and outdoor available, potluck lunch, limited to only 12 riders to allow for more one- on- one attention, if weather allowing some training will be on the trails in the afternoon Register on line at https:// www.riderselite.com/register/ Questions: [email protected] or 763-498-6565 Register on line at https:// www.riderselite.com/register/ Questions: [email protected] or 763-498-6565

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Jefferson County Draft Horse Association The Jefferson County Draft Horse Association held their annual sleigh ride January 23 at Old World Wisconsin. We had 25 members and 9 guests present at the event. We encourage guests to come to our events with hope they will join. Please see our website for event dates and meetings time and place. This year we had more teams of horses there to pull the bobsleds and cutters. Members that brought horses were Dave Kemna with his Norwegian Fjords, Dick Berner with his Haflinger-Belgian crossbreds, Amanda Doman and Jason Yohn with their Belgian, Ron and Jean Luebke with their team of Percherons, Mary Jane Swedberg with her team of Percherons and Wayne and Nancy Osterhaus with their team of Clydesdales. We were able to get in a ride before and after the meeting and meal. During the year our group is down at Old World Wisconsin for the Rituals of Spring May 21-22 for plowing, Laura Ingalls-Wilder July 23-24 for threshing, Autumn on the Farm September 4-5 for plowing and October 8-9 for logging. This is all made possible by the grant we receive from the Wisconsin Horse Council. This grant has been applied and filled out by our member, Marcia Haase. Thank you so much for your time and effort in filling out the grant application. Also a big thankyou to the Wisconsin Horse Council for your support. There are two more dates to add to your calendar July 4 for a parade at Old World Wisconsin about three or four in the afternoon and November, the first or second weekend for a driving clinic at Old World Wisconsin. Please look us up on our website www:JeffersonCountyDraftHorseAssociation.com (JCDHA) or on Facebook. You can also see the event dates and time for Old World Wisconsin on www: WisconsinHistory.org.

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Advertise your Horse and Equine related business in our Wisconsin Horse Council newsletter and/or Website. Only $10.00 per month (newsletter or website) for members and $15.00 per month (newsletter or website) for non- members. POST YOUR BUSINESS CARD for all to see. This Attention is an introductory discount for 2016. Please send a jpg. and we will do the rest. Our April newsletter will be handed out at the Midwest Horse Fair®. Deadline March 10th.

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WHC CERTIFIED JUDGES SEMINAR 2016 SCHEDULE AND REGISTRATION FORM

SATURDAY, April 2 THIS IS A ONE DAY SEMINAR!!

8:00 Registration (Rawhide Boy’s Ranch) Take home written test will be available after the live judging has been completed. No tests will be 8:30-10:30 Classroom: Clinician Kevin Kline will be speaking on Comparative mailed; only Judge/Candidate attendees who are Conformation present for the entire seminar will receive the test. 15 minute Break Test must be completed and returned to WHC 10:45-11:45 Classroom office postmarked no later than April 30, 2016. 12:00n–1:00p Lunch Break /Rawhide Boy’s No faxes will be accepted. We recommend that Ranch, New London you return the test by certified mail.

15 minute Break Seminar Facility 1:00-3:00 Clinician, Kevin Kline will work with Live demos Rawhide Boy’s Ranch 3:30-4:00 Live Judging E7475 Rawhide Rd. 4:00p Written tests will be handed out New London, WI 54961 920-982-6100

Accommodations Americinn–1404 N. Shawano St. New London 920-982-5700 Also try America’s Best Value Inn, New London 920-982-5820 Rainbow Motel, New London 920-982-4550

2016 SEMINAR REGISTRATION FORM (Registration Deadline: March 15, 2016)

Name______Address______City ______State ______Zip ______Telephone ( )

Email Address required to receive E-newsletter ______

Please check type and number of registrants below: Underline Judge or Candidate ___ Judges & Candidates working on WHC certification (includes $20 WHC membership), Saturday lunch, seminar packet, and exams) …………………………………………………..$90 ___ Adult and/or Youth Auditor (includes Saturday lunch and seminar packet)……………………… $50 Please include names… All Visitors must be registered and have names tags to be allowed on the premises. __ Total Participants……………………………………………………Amount Enclosed $______

Make checks payable to WHC and mail to P.O. Box 72, Columbus, WI 53925 Walk-ins will be accepted, however, limited availability of lunch and seminar materials may exist Visit www.wisconsinhorsecouncil.org for more information on the WHC Certified Judges Program! Wisconsin Horse Council March Page 9

NEWDA Southern Chapter

Officers and members invite you to learn, laugh and ‘play’ it forward by joining NEW- DA, networking with equine enthusiasts of all ages who ride horses of all breeds and have a passion to use classical dressage training -- regardless if you enjoy Traditional Dressage, Western Dressage or both! We host virtual meetings and invite special guests on a variety of topics. In 2016, we’re hosting a variety of horseless and haul-in topics. Locations vary. On February 13th, we are featuring a live demo of Six Feet on the Ground (groundwork). February 28, we have a phone chat on year-end dressage recognition awards. On March 6th, whatever your tack preference (English, Western), take advantage of our Virtual Coaching session. On March 12, you’re welcome to join us in attending NEWDA’s Annual Meeting & Awards Banquet that will be held at Breaking Bread Banquet Hall in Sheboygan. On April, 24 we’ll chat about Volunteer Awards. Each month, our members attending educational sessions and clinics actively share lessons learned in ‘Session Snippets’ recap so all can benefit from newly acquired knowledge. Visit the Southern Chapter information page within the New Dressage Association Inc website’s Chapters tab www.newdressage.org for our ‘Session Snippets’, upcoming events and chapter information. Like what you see? Tell a friend. If not, contact us at [email protected] Member Accolades - We are proud of our members and their horses and wish to extend a warm wel- Claudia Shipshock come to Claudia Shipshock & Baroncrest Emelita from Juneau WI. Claudia & ‘Emelita’, a Lippitt Mor- gan mare, originally a cart horse, and Lignite Emrys, a gelding, fell in love with Western Dressage several years ago. Since 2010, Lazycreek Farm actively hosts monthly Western Dressage clinics to reach riders interested in the soft way of riding. Claudia and her horses, enjoy trail riding, competing in breed shows, open shows and Western Dressage classes and demonstrating dressage is suitable for all riders, all ages, all breeds and all disciplines.

NEWDA Southern Chapter News Kris Blacklock, President NEWDA Southern Chapter Wisconsin may have experienced several sub-zero Ca- nadian Arctic blasts in February, but our Scandinavian blood appears to have innate antifreeze components. Lots of dedicated equine enthusiasts participated in ‘Six Feet on the Ground - Let’s Try It’ educational demos that illustrated quality groundwork is the first step in developing a partnership, evaluating your horses’ attitude and fitness and getting you ready for tacking and mounting up. North American Western Dressage’s Six Fee on the Ground program emphasizes the principles of classical dressage – rhythm, relaxation, connection, impulsion and straightness. From the ground up, each component is incorporated in every movement within a set of six progressive tests, plus an additional groundwork freestyle. Sessions were held in Prairie du Sac with Kris Blacklock and Tomah with Sandi Jankowski as volunteer presenters. Participants learned test guidelines and judging criteria, mutually shared ground skill tips and techniques, partnered up in groups of three to practice how to call a test and handle their human horse, then took a turn by performing Six Feet on the Ground Test 1 with a live horse. Six Feet on the Ground guidelines and tests are available online at www.nawdhorse.org NEWDA Southern Chapter actively encourages handlers and riders of all ages to learn and use classical dressage fundamentals with their horses, regardless of age, breed, or discipline. We are a friendly energetic group of equine enthusiasts throughout Southern Wisconsin who love to create opportunities for our members and guests to learn and engage in the sport of dressage for their enjoyment, their improvement and for the benefit of their horse(s), through education, live and virtual clinics plus live and virtual competition within an atmosphere of mutual respect and support. There are no boundaries or limits. We encourage our youth, adult amateurs and professionals to dream, achieve and succeed by supporting each other regardless of tack or saddle preference. We expect our members to be ambassadors for all aspects of dressage within the equestrian community within Wisconsin and across state lines. On April 23 we are hosting a couple ‘Let’s Try It’ demos – one to inspire riders to aspire and train for upper level movements. The second, Let’s Try It, is Pre-Intro Lead Line Dressage on April 30th that will offer children 3-10 yrs. and their adult assistant, an opportunity to learn dressage in three concurrent locations (Juneau, Prairie du Sac and Tomah). Just choose the most convenient one for you. Visit the ‘Calendar’ tab of www.newdressage.org for a complete list of upcoming events, educational opportunities plus live and virtual dressage shows that offer both Traditional and Western Dressage classes in Youth/JR Rider, Adult Amateur and Professional Divisions. In 2016 we offer two new chapter level recognition programs - ‘Let’s Try It’ rewards members for trying dressage, horsemanship training (ground and mounted), volunteerism and continuing education. ‘Partner Up!’ which asks members to partner up with anyone they choose – one Traditional Dressage/ one Western Dressage rider, Both Traditional or Both Western, any age, any riding level and any equine. Each indicate an average of last year’s dressage test scores and use a log sheet to keep track of 2016 sores. Throughout the year, each paired team will support and encourage each other’s training goals, aspirations and celebrate achievements. Visit the New Dressage Association Inc www.newdressage.org to see all that NEWDA offers YOU! Wisconsin Horse Council Page 10

North American Western Dressage introduces Pre-Intro Lead-line Dressage for young & therapeutic riders Jen Johnson & Kris Blacklock

During the 2015 show season, North American Western Dressage (NAWD) noticed an outlet for young riders to be able to participate in Traditional and Western Dressage was missing. To fill this void, Virginia NAWD professional members Hillary Stark, Jean Donhauser, and Marie Taylor created the first Pre-Intro Lead Line Dressage test and introduced it at a local dressage show. The test, ridden in either an English or Western tack, was designed so that a young rider, ages 3-10, can be lead lined with the majority of it at a walk. Pre-Into Test 1, performed at a walk, finally carved out niche for young riders and therapeutic riders wanting to learn about classical dressage and good horsemanship. The bright beaming smiles that emanated from the young riders while they were riding were contagious. Every child that rode enjoyed their moments in the spotlight and received a standing ovation when they concluded their test with a final salute. Hillary Stark's daughter, Haleigh Stark, loved that she could participate in what her mother was doing and soon more equestrians were coming to the show just so that they could watch their children ride NAWD’s Pre-Intro tests.

Hillary has subsequently created two more tests that introduces walk/jog movements with the emphasis being on the education, not about who wins or loses. Similar to regular dressage, the tests are designed so that they are progressively more difficult, but also easy for the rider to understand. An assistant is allowed to coach the rider while they walk along the horse’s shoulder so that they may learn the correct sequence of aids for the movements that are asked of them. Judging emphasizes “rider effort” and riders are rewarded for good equitation and application of aids. The learning process using the training scale is progressive and builds the necessary skills to become a good horseman. By giving children the opportunity to learn these values early on, North American Western Dressage hopes to give them a leg up in riding as they get older. We also make sure that the priority is set on safety for horse and rider during the test.

We encourage judges to use their comments to inspire these children to pursue their horsemanship goals. Judges should understand that the rider should be rewarded for effort and what he/she can do on their own; it is not the intent to have riders pun- ished for lack of experience and finesse. Scores in the high 50’s to low 60’s are common; scores higher than 65 indicate the young rider is ready to come off the lead line.

NAWD officially released guidelines and a series of three Pre-Intro Lead-line tests in early December, 2015. In 2016, Dabney Mills Equestrian Center (VA) is sponsoring participant ribbons. In May 2016, Wisconsin’s NEWDA Southern Chapter will offer Pre-Intro Dressage at their Virtual Show. Samantha Bailey, 6 yr. old daughter of Michelle and Ryan Bailey, North Freedom WI, started learning dressage this winter and is planning on entering. Visit www.newdressage.org or join their Facebook group NEWDA Southern Chapter. Also join Western Dressage of WI Facebook group. If you are interested in using the new Pre-Intro Lead line/Therapeutic tests for your next show, please contact NAWD at [email protected]

About North American Western Dressage North American Western Dressage (NAWD) is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating horse enthusiasts about the universal benefits of Western dressage and providing fun, affordable ways to participate in this popular new sport. NAWD offers a variety of programs—Six Feet on the Ground groundwork tests, traditional Western Dressage, Western Dressage Trail and Ranch Horse Western Dressage, and Pre-Intro Western Dressage for even the youngest exhibitors—as well as virtual coaching and showing opportunities, achievement awards and more. Learn more about NAWD at www.nawdhorse.org and at Facebook.

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HORSE ENTHUSIASTS PUT GRANT MONEY TO GOOD USE

The year 2015 proved to be another productive year for the Barron County Horse Trails Association (BCHTA) which is located in Barron County, District 1,in Wisconsin. The year brought two new additions to our eight-mile Narrow Gauge Trails in beautiful northern Barron County. Because of the generous grant monies from Wisconsin Horse Council and all of the hard work from our BCHTA sponsors through fundraisers, quilt raffle, and donations, we were able to install an additional driveway to an existing parking area on the southern end of our trail system, 13th Street. This additional driveway will provide a continuous entrance/exit allowing for ease of multiple trailers. Our 29th Avenue campground/parking area saw an addition of two high lines constructed of steel and cable. Each high line, one on each end of the campground, can accommodate four to six horses. Our annual fall ride in October proved to be the highlight of the year. Our 29th Avenue campground hosted a "full house" of trailers and riders for a most memorable weekend. BCHTA's sights are set for another year of enjoying our beautiful great outdoors while doing what we all love most, riding our horses. Respectfully submitted, Elaine Madison, 2015 BCHTA secretary

Join us on Facebook and become a friend. You will receive the most up-to-date Sunday June 5, 2016 Information and connect with fellow 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (Registration opens at 9:00 a.m.) Horse people. Scavenger Hunt for Riders *** Scavenger Hunt for Hikers Lunch Included $30 per participant. Get sponsors and earn prizes for donations of $100 and up Donations made to Friends of Gov Dodge are tax deductible 100% of proceeds go to improving equestrian areas

www.wisconsinhorsecouncil.org ****NOTE: Park vehicle sticker and trail pass fees waived for this event***** Proof of negative Coggins required

For more information: [email protected] Register before May 20 for free T shirt!

Name: ______Address:______Phone: ______Registration received by 5/20/16 Email: ______T Shirt Size Unisex __S __M__L__XL__XXL Mail entry to Vicki Fritsch PO Box 127 Monfort, WI 53569 Make checks payable to “Friends of Gov Dodge: Equestrians”

Sponsored by FOGD Equestrians and Hags on Nags Saddle Club

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Equestrians at Governor Dodge State Park Have you visited Governor Dodge State Park lately? One of the largest parks in the state, Governor Dodge is located just 48 miles west of Madison in Iowa County. It boasts over 5,000 acres of prairie, savannah, forest, marshes, and rocky out- croppings as well as two lakes and even a waterfall! Visitors at Governor Dodge State Park enjoy picnicking, canoeing, kayaking, camping, hiking, biking, skiing, riding horses, swimming, and fishing. Neighboring communities also have much to offer. The horse trails at Governor Dodge are among the finest in the state. With approximately 25 miles of well-maintained trails, riders enjoy a variety of beautiful landscapes. The 15.3-mile Outer Loop trail winds its way through some of the most scenic and remote areas of the park. The Interior Horse Trail system includes several trail segments that allow horse riders the option of making several shorter loops from the campground or day use area. No matter the trail, the rolling hills take riders in and out of wooded areas and offer spectacular views. What you might not know is that there is a newly formed group dedicated to making equine experiences at Governor Dodge State Park even better. The Governor Dodge Equestrians (www.governordodgeequestrians.com) was established in 2015 as a committee of the Friends of Governor Dodge State Park. Through several fundraisers, the group was able to fund a porta potty at the day use parking area last season. The group also purchased and installed five sturdy mounting blocks located strategi- cally throughout the park. More fundraisers are planned for 2016. Last year the Governor Dodge Equestrians hosted an event called “Let’s Get the Ball Rolling” where both equestrians and hikers enjoyed scavenger hunts, a picnic lunch, and silent auction. On June 5, 2016, the group will be hosting a similar scavenger hunt and picnic called “Let’s KEEP the Ball Rolling.” What is especially exciting is that June 4-5 is a Free Fun Weekend at WI State Parks. All state park vehicle admission fees are waived and all state trail pass fees are waived! It’s a perfect opportunity to come out and support long overdue equestrian projects at Governor Dodge State Park while enjoying the wonderful trails and beautiful scenery. If you’ve camped at Governor Dodge State Park you’ve probably noticed quite a disparity between the Governor Dodge horse camp and other horse campgrounds around the state. Despite the fact that the DNR Master Plan for Governor Dodge, dating back to 1984, calls for the development of a new horse camp, campers continue to make use of what was supposed to be a temporary site on an asphalt parking lot. The Governor Dodge Equestri- ans are determined to see a new campground become a reality. We are proud to say that because of our efforts, the DNR landscape architects have resur- rected the project and are currently working on plans for a NEW 20 site horse camp! Once those plans are available (which should be soon), we can offer feedback, begin to set goals, and launch major fundraising campaigns. It won’t be easy, but it has to start somewhere. If you would like to become a part of the Governor Dodge Equestrians or would like more information, please contact [email protected] or visitAttention!!!! www.governordodgeequestrians.com Ad deadline for the April . Newsletter issue (handed out at the Midwest Horse Fair) is March 10. This is always a large issue with lots of advertising possibilities. Don’t wait-Get your ads in early.

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Wisconsin Cowboy Dressage Youth Incentive Award; helping youth members explore, learn, and advance their horsemanship.

By Rachel Buszka

Wisconsin Cowboy Dressage recognizes the importance of introducing youth to the diversity of horses and strongly believes its success lies in the hands of our future equestrians. Through Cowboy Dressage™ educational, recreational, and competitive events, young equine enthusiasts can “learn by doing” in an environment where rewarding try, developing soft feel, and building camaraderie are the foundation to a lifelong journey with their equine partners.

The purpose of the Wisconsin Cowboy Dressage Youth Incentive Award is to encourage young equestrians to explore the world of Cowboy Dressage™ and develop their equine partnerships through the use of the guiding principles of building camaraderie, soft feel, and rewarding try.

Made possible by internal fundraising efforts, Wisconsin Cowboy Dressage youth members have the opportunity to win pre-paid entry to events such as:

• WCD hosted clinics with nationally known clinicians • WCD hosted clinics with Cowboy Dressage instructors • WCD hosted Cowboy Dressage Shows

To kick of 2016, Wisconsin Cowboy Dressage will be offering a free introductory clinic to both member and non-member youths under the age of 18. Hosted at Opagon Farm in Edgerton WI, the April 30th clinic will include twelve free youth riding spots. Riders will be split into two groups were they will learn the basics of the Cowboy Dres- sage court and how the various tests and maneuvers can elevate their current riding skills. Don’t have a horse at the moment? Don’t worry; auditing is also free for youth and their chaperoning parent. Just remember to bring a comfy chair and be ready to meet some new friends. Lunch will be available on the grounds at $8 a plate courtesy of Wisconsin Horse Council District 4. Proceeds will go towards off setting the cost of placing a Port-a-Potty for the Governor Dodge State Park day ride parking area.

“It’s WCD’s way of continuing the mission of educating and giving back to the equine community. We are grateful for the support of the Wiscon- sin Horse Council to make this clinic possible”, says Heather Lekan president of the Wisconsin based non-profit organization.

For more details about Wisconsin Cowboy Dressage and its future events please visit WisconsinCowboyDressage.Org or Facebook at Wisconsin Cowboy Dressage.

ATTENTION!!!! SHOW SECRETARIES….Please send us your new 2016 showbills. We have a brand new set of show class criteria. We should be able to sanction the show and put it on our website and our newsletter. Please contact [email protected] or 920-623-0393 Wisconsin Horse Council Maech Page 15 New Horse Trails for Dane County!

It’s always exciting to announce a new county park in the Dane County Park System, and that excitement is tangible at Silverwood Park, located just North of Edgerton, Wisconsin. Bordered on the west by Turtle, Sweet and Rice Lakes, the views from the developing equestrian trails are spectacular. Silverwood Park boasts approximately 300 acres of beautiful rolling, verdant greenspace, dedicated to providing agricultural education on a number of levels, including job training and resources for the pubic, local farmers, and youth. Opportunities for hands-on learning about how food, fuel and fiber are grown, processed, and distributed are enthusiastically encouraged by the Mission of the park, the many Friends of Silverwood Park members, and volunteers that make this park shine like the jewel it is. While the park is not open for riders just yet, the planned amenities for horse enthusiasts include an equestrian parking lot, hopefully started this fall, pit toilets, a water hydrant, and additional wide, comfortable trails. This year, the land designated for the parking lot is under contract with local farmers for cropland, making Fall, 2016 the soonest any development can begin. The Silverwood Master plan features a future educational center, barn with farm animals, greenhouse, outdoor auditorium, and picnic shelters. The pre-Civil War stone house will be an added delight for groups looking to enjoy the park during reunions, weddings and community picnics. The terrain at Silverwood Park is gentle, and the views from the kettles, meridian ridge, and lakes are punctuated with strategic overlooks for peaceful medita- tion or just stretching your legs! There are shared trails, as well as dedicated snowshoe, hiking and cross country skiing trails for enjoyment all year ‘round. Mountain bikes, snowmobiles, and ATV trails are not part of future plans, preserving the peacefulness of this beautiful woodland and rolling field park. Irene Silverwoods’ legacy is all around you here, in her quiet lake vistas and the busy gardens full of native plants and colorful vegetables. Irene would be proud of the direction the farm is heading. Her vision of families enjoying the countryside is at the heart of this park. Many activities are planned for 2016, starting with the Silverwood Labyrinth Garden kick-off on Saturday, May 7th. A Barn Dance will be celebrated on Saturday, June 25th, so don't miss the chance to kick up your heels! A Farm-to-Table Dinner held in September is guaranteed to make your stom- ach happy, and who could say no to the Fall Festival on October 2nd? If you are still full from the Farm-To-Table Dinner, you could run it off at the Turkey Trot, a Fun Run held on November 24th! For more updates on what’s in store for you and your family, please visit www.silverwoodpark.org Happy Trails… and see you at the farm!

WHC Committees Would you like to serve on one of our committees? You don't need to be a WHC Director, just a WHC Member! The WHC could use your time and talent in its pursuit of carrying out its mission statement. Please consider serving on one of the many committees listed and described on our website. The name of each chairperson (if one is available) is listed under each committee. Their e-mail address is linked to their name, so simply click on their name to contact them via e-mail for more information. If a committee currently has the chairperson position listed as OPEN, simply contact our office for more information. Thank you! Page 16 Wisconsin Horse Council

Championship Challenge Open Show Awards Program

Program Rules:

An annual nomination fee of $20 per division and age group must accompany the completed Championship Challenge Open Show Award Nomination form. This fee is in addition to the annual WHC membership fee.

Exhibitor must be a current Level I member of the WHC prior to the show date.

The Open Show must be sanctioned by the Wisconsin Horse Council (WHC) for points to count toward award standings.

To be a WHC sanctioned show, the show must be open to horses of all breeds and all colors. If a show requires a membership fee (such as a specific breed show) it does not qualify for this program.

All shows are required to have either a WHC certified judge or a carded breed judge.

Any show that is double judged counts as two separate shows.

Appropriate show clothing is required for all shows between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

Sanctioned shows may only use legal equipment allowed by the specific discipline.

Points/placings are per horse/exhibitor combination. Champion and Reserve classes also count, please include them as well.

If you do not place in a class, you are still eligible to receive one (1) point for entering the class, provided you were not disqualified or excused.

Points carry over from year to year for the Cumulative awards (Merit and Champion). Division year end awards are accumulated during the stated show year and do not carry over.

The show year begins on January 1 and ends on December 31. All point forms must be received at the WHC office within 30 days of the show date or they will NOT be counted. A copy of the showbill must accompany the point form when submitted.

Points:

# Horse 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th Participation place place place place place place in Class (no placing) 1 1 2 2 1 3 3 2 1 Age Groups 4 4 3 2 1 (as of 1/1/16)

5 5 4 3 2 1 6 6 5 4 3 2 1 Jr Jr: 11 & younger

7 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Jr: 12-17

8-11 8 7 6 5 4 3 1 Sr: 18-39 12-16 9 8 7 6 5 4 1 Sr Sr: 40 & older 17-21 10 9 8 7 6 5 1 22-26 11 10 9 8 7 6 1 27-31 12 11 10 9 8 7 1

Continued on next page…….. Wisconsin Horse Council March Page 17

Divisions:

☼ Halter:

Eligible classes: all halter classes, sport horse, hunter-in-hand

☼ Showmanship:

Eligible classes: all showmanship classes

☼ Western Walk/Jog only:

Eligible classes: western pleasure/horsemanship, bareback pleasure/horsemanship, trail, egg & spoon, ride-a-buck. Showbill must indicate the class is a walk/jog(trot) only class.

☼ Western Performance:

Eligible classes: western pleasure/horsemanship, bareback pleasure/horsemanship, trail, reining, western riding, western pattern, disciplined rail, ranch riding, egg & spoon, ride-a-buck

☼ English Walk/Trot only:

Eligible classes: hunt seat (english) pleasure/equitation, bareback pleasure/equitation, hunter hack, jumping, trail, egg & spoon, ride-a-buck.

Showbill must indicate the class is a walk/trot only class.

☼ English Performance:

Eligible classes: hunt seat (english) pleasure/equitation, bareback pleasure/equitation, hunter hack, road hack, saddleseat pleasure/equitation, dressage suitability under saddle, equitation over fences, working hunter, jumping, disciplined rail, trail, egg & spoon, ride-a-buck

☼ Driving:

Eligible classes: pleasure, reinsmanship, obstacles, scurry, fine harness, ground driving, double jeopardy, cones, gamblers choice, utility driving, roadster

☼ Speed/Gymkhana:

Eligible classes: barrels, poles, keyhole, stake, speed & action, flag, catalog, bribe-a- horse, ball & pail, hug-a-cowboy or any timed event. No team events.

Yearly Awards: ☼Year End Grand Champion and Reserve Champion in each division and age group (except halter) Cumulative Awards: You may take as many years as you need to work up to these awards. But remember, it must be the same horse/exhibitor combination for the award. ►Bronze Merit Award Must accumulate 200 points in a single division ►Silver Merit Award Must accumulate 300 points in a single division ►Gold Merit Award Must accumulate 500 points in a single division ►Platinum Champion Award Must accumulate 1,000 points in a single division ►Supreme Champion Award Must accumulate 400 points in three different divisions

The Wisconsin Horse Council is excited to offer this new Open Show Award program! As with all new ventures, some adjustments may need to be made to insure a competitive and fair program. We will review the program at the end of the first year. The committee will take into consideration any constructive suggestions and insights submitted by participants. (we can possibly make a form for them to fill out at the end of the year ) Page 18 Wisconsin Horse Council

March March 5 Stateline Equine Education Program, 8:30am-3pm, Kenosha County Center, Bristol-Liv 608-263-4303 or http://fvi.uwex.edu.horse March 5 Dairyland Driving Club– Features Mini Clinic & Sleigh Rally, 10am-Greg Hunt on harness-RSVP by March 2, 920-285-8745 March 5 Winnebago County 4H Horse & Pony Tack Sale, Sunnyview Expo Center, Oshkosh (Pig Raffle) 9am-2pm-Vince 920-312-4227 March 5 Winter Family Funfest, Sponsored by the Plum Feast Dressage Equestrian center, Sayner-10am,Debra 715-542-3742 March 5 Wisconsin Dressage & Combined Training Assoc. (WDCTA) Annual Education Conference- Dr. Deb Bennett, Country Springs Conference Center, Pewaukee, Caryn 608-695-9914 March 6 Lake County Mounted Posse Tack Sale, Millburn Elementary School-Woodsworth, Ill. 9am-2pm-George 262-878-5028 March 6 NEWDA Virtual Coaching ,7pm 608-370-4629 www.newdressage.org March 6 NEWDA Southern Chapter Virtual Coaching Center-7pm-Pre-register by Feb, 19, 608-370-4629 www.newdressage.org March 12 NEWDA (New Dressage Assoc.) Annual meeting & awards banquet, Breaking Bread banquet hall-Sheboygan www.newdressage.org March 13 Marathon Cnty Horsemasters 33rd Annual Tack Swap, John Muir Middle School-Wausau 9am-2pm, Missy 715-571-3543 March 18-19 Julie Lynch Workshop, “From Surviving to Thriving”- Part 3, Plum Lake Equestrian Center, Sayner 715-542-3742 March 19 Equine Wellness Seminar and Tack Sale, Smiles-Cnty Rd. K. Darien, Contact Liz Baumann [email protected] March 19 West 20 Beat the Heat, East Troy, 262-642-4272 SANCTIONED March 19 Horse A Rama Tack Swap, Manitowoc County Expo Bldg-Manitowoc 9am-2pm March 19 Horse –N-Pony Spring Fling, ( Coggins, Vaccinations, Equine Dental & Horse Demos), 26884 Cnty Hwy ET, Tomah March 19 Horse n Pony Spring Fling-8-2pm-Coggins, Vaccinations, Equine Dental & Masterson Method– Walnut Acres Equestrian Center ,Tomah March 20 Washington County 4H Tack Sale, 10am—3pm-Sherri 414-530-7838-Washington County Fair Park, West Bend March 20 Virtual Show & Recognition Awards phone chat 7pm-NEWDA Southern Chapter, www.newdressage.org-608-370-4829 March 20 NEWDA Southern Chapter Virtual Meeting 7:30pm, www.newdressage.org-608-370-4829 April April 2 WHC Judge Seminar, Rawhide Boy’s Ranch New London

April 2 Cowboy Dressage Challenge Court Clinic, Edgerton-Heather Lekan, 608-206-0596 April 2 Spring Horseman’s Seminar, 10am-2pm, Heartland Equestrian Center, Custer,, Corriente Vet Service RSVP 715-342-1212 April 3 WHC District 2 meeting, 4pm Rocky Run Saddle Tack & Trailer-Gleason April 8-10 CCR Horse Training’s 3 Day Riding Clinic hosted at Rivendell Farm-Sparta, instructed by Danielle Crooks & Kim Crooks www.ccrhorsetraining.com or 608-588-6324 April 15-16-17 Midwest Horse Fair, Alliant Energy Center Madison April 22 Spring Shootout Versatility Competition, Walworth County Fairgrounds– Elkhorn Stefanie 262-215-3541 SANCTIONED April 23 Spring Showdown All Breed Show, Walworth County Fairgrounds– Elkhorn Stefanie 262-215-3541 SANCTIONED April 23 Aspiring to upper level Dressage, 12N-2pm, 4246 Schneider Dr. Oregon-NEWDA, Southern Chapter, www.newdressage.org April 24 NEWDA Volunteer Awards-Southern Chapter, Virtual Meeting, 7pm, Chapter-608-370– 4629 www.newdressage.ord April 24 Volunteer Hours Awards Phone Chat– NEWDA Southern Chapter 608-370-4629 www.newdressage.org April 29-May 8 Dressage Virtual Schooling Show hosted by NEWDA Southern Chapter 608-370-4629 www.newdressage.org-Pre-register by April 23 April 30 WHC District 2 Youth Clinic. 9am Western Connection Ranch-Rhinelander April 30 FREE Cowboy Dressage Youth Clinic, Edgerton-Heather Lekan, 608-206-0596 Upcoming Events 2016 April 30 Pro-intro Lead Line Dressage, 10am-12n– Juneau, Prairie du Sac or Tomah/NEWDA Southern Chapter, 608-370-4629 www.newdressage.org May May 7 WSQHA Open Show-St. Jude’s Benefit, Rochelle, Ill-call Judy 608-934-5459 May 7-8 IBHA All Breed Show, Jefferson, Double Judged, May– June-July August– Michele 920-988-9073 SANCTIONED May 8 Mother’s Day Horse Show– Woodside Ranch, Mauston May 13 UMBHA All Breed Speed Show, May June, July, August- Black River Falls SANCTIONED May 13-15 CCR Horse Training’s 3 Day Riding Clinic at Big Valley Ranch in Avoca-www.ccrhorsetraining.com or 608-588-6324 May 14 Peggy VanderSande One Day Horsemanship Clinic, Pine River 630-479-6589 May 14 Confidence Building Clinic, River Falls, Mary 763-498-6566– www.riderselite/register.com May 14-15 UMBA Double Judged Open Shows, Jackson Cnty Fair Park (also in Jun, July, August) SANCTIONED May 15 Plymouth Open Horse Show, Sheboygan Cnty Fairgrounds– www.plymouthtrailriders.org SANCTIONED May 21-22 ABRA Approved All Breed Open Show, Jefferson SANCTIONED May 21 DCHA open arena 9am Dodge County Fairgrounds May 21 Circle T Saddle Club Pleasure Show, Thorp-Candy 715-773-0515 SANCTIONED May 21 Circle T Speed Fun Show, 3pm-Thorp Candy 715-773-0515 SANCTIONED May 22 Casual Ranch Horse Lazy Creek Show, Lazy Creek Farm-Juneau 920-340-3623 SANCTIONED May 22 WHC District 2 Driving Clinic, 1pm –Victory Lane Riding Academy, Marathon May 28-29 WSCA Pleasure Show, Rice Lake (Barron County Fairgrounds) Kristi 715-205-2722 SANCTIONED May 29 All Breeds Open Show, Manitowoc Expo Grounds, Brenda 920-901-5686 SANCTIONED May 30 Oregon 40th Memorial Day Open Show, Oregon SANCTIONED June June 4 Lazy Creek Farm Pleasure Show, Juneau 920-340-3623 SANCTIONED June 4 Poker Ride/Obstacle Course-Sponsored by Northern Kettle Moraine Horse Trail Assoc.-Horse Riders Campground, Northern Kettle Moraine State Forest, New Prospect 8am-4pm 262-339-0531 June 4 WI Cowboy Dressage Schooling Show, Oakfield –www.wisconsincowboydressage.org June 4-5 Wi Foundation Quarter Horse Assoc. , Black River Falls, June– July– August - September, www.wifqha.org June 12 Badger Horse Show, Rusty B Arena-Westfield 608-369-1773 SANCTIONED June 15-18 WHC Trail School at Gov. Dodge State Park \, http://wisconsinhorsecouncil.org/trails/designSchool.php June 17 UMBHA All Breed Speed Show, June, July, August- Black River Falls SANCTIONED June 17-18 ABRA Approved All Breed Open Show, Jefferson SANCTIONED June 18 Heartland Equestrian Center Open Show, Custer. Sarah 715-323-2626 SANCTIONED June 18-19 UMBA Double Judged Open Shows, Jackson Cnty Fair Park (also in May, July, August) SANCTIONED June 19 Dodge Cnty Open Speed Show, Dodge Cnty Fairgrounds Beaver Dam SANCTIONED June 19 Badger Horse Show Casual Open Show, Red Ridge Ranch– Mauston, 920-483-0201 SANCTIONED June 24-25-26 IBHA All Breed Show, Jefferson, Double Judged, June-July August– Michele 920-988-9073 SANCTIONED June 25 13th Annual Drill Team Competition, Shotliff’s All Around Equine Events-Evansville 262-490-3550 June 25 Circle T Saddle Club Pleasure Show, Thorp-Candy 715-773-0515 SANCTIONED June 25 Circle T Speed Fun Show, 3pm-Thorp Candy 715-773-0515 SANCTIONED 920-623-0393 Wisconsin Horse Council March Page 19

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Ready to Hit the Trails or are Fear and Frustration keeping you in the arena?

Set your children, friends and yourself up for SUCCESS! NO more letting your horse take you wherever he wants to go!

Safe, Fun Trail Riding with Michelle Rasmussen DVD has it all!

“Use what you know and Progress as you go”!

-Fascinating, Real-time group progress-Patterns and Games focus energy

-Practice on the Farm for Safety-See Every obstacle is an Opportunity

Whether you have a horse, had a horse or just like horses, this DVD will bring a smile to your face and joy to your heart.

$24.95 on www.mlrproducts.com or call: 608-343-3605 Email: [email protected] Peggy B:” I have had the privilege to ride along-side Michelle on the trails. She is a good teacher to help build a confident horse and rider Wisconsin Horse Council MARCH Page 21

Wisconsin Horse Council CounciLetter Advertising Order Form

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Order, payment, and ad copy should be mailed to: Wisconsin Horse Council, Inc. PO Box 72 Columbus, WI 53925-1516 Phone: 920-623-0393 Fax: 920-623-0583 Page 22 Wisconsin Horse Council

Spring Horseman’s Seminar to be Saturday April 2nd! Opportunities for prospective or novice horse owners & new information for experienced equestrians Corriente Veterinary Service along with Heartland Equestrian Center would like to extend this invitation to you and your friends and family with an interest in horses. Whether you are a long-time equestrian, new horse owner, or would simply like to know more about horses we hope you’ll enjoy this event and learn something new! About the Event

Admission is free and will begin with a welcome and introduction, then guests can disperse around the facility to check out the clubs and organizations, talk with the experts, or attend scheduled presentations. More information and schedule can be found at www.corrientevet.com. We are excited to present various topics to include Lameness, OsPhos, & IRAP, First Aid, a Farrier Demonstration, and information on nutrition, dentistry, tick borne diseases, and the basics of what new horse owners need to know. There will also be some opportunities for hands-on learning with live horses. Horse organizations from the area including therapeutic riding centers, rescues, breed Saturday April 2nd organizations, and various clubs will have informational booths where you can learn about 10:00am—2:00pm them, what they have to offer, and how you can get involved if interested. at Heartland Equestrian Ctr Event Location 7510 Deer Road Located at 7510 Deer Road in Custer, (off Highway 10), Heartland Equestrian Center is a full Custer, WI service boarding, show, teaching and learning facility whose goal is to provide exceptional quality care for our equine friends. PLEASE RSVP TO CORRIENTE VETERINARY SERVICE BY FRIDAY, MARCH 18 Corriente Veterinary Service · 2140 Maple Drive · Plover, WI 54467 (715) 342-1212 · [email protected] · corrientevet.com · also on facebook Your Number One Source For The Health Of Your Horse

WHC C.C. 2016 List of Sanctioned Shows If you would like your show bill sanctioned for the 2016 Championship Challenge Horse Show season, please e-mail a copy of your show bill to [email protected] for our review and approval.

The list of approved/sanctioned shows are listed on the website. Only shows listed are eligible to be used towards earning points for this program.

Three Gates Thanks,

Thank you for your sponsorship of Belle! She’s a one in a million horse-working in our therapy program with some of our mostphysically disabled riders to teaching others how to canter inde- pendally. She continues to amaze us with her kind, gentle and willing nature.

Many Thanks.

Dena Duncan

Watch for our NEW Championship Challenge Sponsorship form for the 2016 program. Wisconsin Horse Council MARCH Page 23

4 Day Trail School

Over the past 11 years the Trails Committee of the Wisconsin Horse Council has provided training in trail creation and maintenance. We have brought to the state of Wisconsin a trail expert to educate individuals in the construction of ecologically sound and sustainable multi use trails. We are considering another 4-day trail school and are soliciting for interest in this comprehensive, hands on program. To understand how you might benefit from participation I have included a testimonial from a past participant. “I am a member and officer of the Northern Saddle Club in Florence WI. I was fortunate to have attended a trail building class that was offered by the Wisconsin State Horse Council in June of 2009. This was a four-day course presented by Trail Design Specialists LLC. It was held in Luck WI, and Ken Carpenter of the Wisconsin State Horse Council set everything up. The course was taught by Mike Riter and included Trail Design, Trail Construction, Trail Maintenance and Crew leader Training. The training was very informative and I have since used many of the techniques that I learned in projects involving the three equestrian trails our club helps to maintain in Florence and Marinette counties. I would highly recommend this course to any one involved in trail building and design. The trails we maintain now. Halls Creek, Bush Lake Flats and Horse Shoe Fall's would have been different and better if I had attended this training sooner. I am confident that I can solve almost any trail problem encountered with the training I received. Thank You for this Opportunity”. ~Pat P If you are interested in the Trails Committee providing the opportunity to participate in this incredible training program, please contact Floyd Finney ([email protected] or 608.868.4543) to insure a spot in the proposed 2016 Trail Master Certification Program.

Respectfully, Trails Committee Wisconsin Horse Council

Hit the Jackpot Tickets for the Midwest Horse Fair Friday and Saturday PRCA Rodeos are still available through Ticketmaster, www.Ticketmaster.com! Friday, April 15 & Saturday, April 16 will feature bulls, broncs, barrels, steer wrestling, tie down roping, and team roping - that's the rundown! The 2015 Midwest Horse Fair PRCA Rodeo sold out early so plan ahead and get your tickets early. The rodeo is on the table and you don't want to lose! Page 24 Wisconsin Horse Council

Midwest Horse Fair! APRIL 15, 16 & 17 – 2016 Alliant Energy Center Madison, WI

Cards on the Table

The 2016 Midwest Horse Fair schedule is now available! With close to 300 events in 8 diﬀerent loca7ons, “The Sky’s the Limit” as far as what you can experience as an equine lover! Featured on our website at MidwestHorseFair.com, the MHF schedule will help you plan your day at the fair whether you want to ﬁnd 7mes for clinics & lectures, watch Breed & Discipline Demonstra7ons and more! Lay it all on the table and plan your 2016 fair weekend or a]end one of the unique compe77ons.

MHF on the Run

The Midwest Horse Fair rundown placed at your ﬁnger7ps! The free MHF Mobile App will be available for download March 1, 2016. Search “Midwest Horse Fair” from your android or iPhone app store. The free mobile app has all of the informa7on you need for a fun-‐ ﬁlled weekend including: Customizable schedules with Reminders, Clinician Bios, Favorites, Exhibitor Lis7ngs, Interac7ve Maps, Event Informa7on and Weekend Updates. Give the app a spin -‐ we bet you'll like it! Hit Your DesAnaAon New this year – Midwest Horse Fair is rollin' out interac7ve maps! Just click on a map and navigate anywhere within the fair by using "Back to Grounds Map" feature. With the ability to view a lis7ng of all the exhibitors and their loca7on, your fair planning is easier than ever! And to keep the ball rollin', an interac7ve stall directory for Pavilion One & Two will be available the beginning of April. Now that's a way to Up the Ante! Visit our website: www.MidwestHorseFair.com, Facebook, & Twi=er for the most up-‐to-‐date informaAon and join the conversaAon using #2016MHF Wisconsin Horse Council March Page 25 Page 26 Wisconsin Horse Council

RIDE WISCONSIN

2016 TRAIL RIDING / DRIVING AWARD PROGRAM

The Wisconsin Horse Council (WHC) Trails Committee sponsors a trail riding / driving program to reward equestrians for enjoying trail riding throughout the year.

Program Guidelines The program is open to WHC Individual/Youth/Family members only. Sign up when applying for the Ride Wisconsin program. Application forms and log sheets are available at www.wisconsinstatehorsecouncil.org, can be emailed in a Word or Adobe Acrobat format, or mailed to participants.

2) The program is open to anyone that trail rides or drives including non-Wisconsin residents, as long as you are a member of WHC.

3) The program is based on hours spent trail riding or driving. Participation is easy to track and provides an equal opportunity for all participants regardless of riding/driving speed preferences – slow, medium, or fast.

4) No proof of hours is required as it is based on the honor system.

Any person knowingly falsifying information will automatically be disqualified. No refund of program fees will be issued and future enrollment requests will be denied.

5) Hours can be accumulated any time participants trail ride or drive anywhere, including out-of-state. Activity needs to be classified as “trail-type” riding/driving.

Clarification examples: Hours can include riding/driving along roads or in fields and endurance type riding. Hours may not include riding in an arena or round pen -- indoors or outdoors, schooling or training for any type of show or participation in trail challenge competitions. Competitive distance and endurance riders are eligible, and may include hours logged while competing as long as you are on trails. The purpose of the program is to encourage and reward riders for experiencing trail riding. If in doubt contact the program coordinator.

6) Hours ridden/driven must be logged on a WHC official program form.

7) Hours logged are for the rider, not the horse or mule. Multiple horses or mules can be ridden/driven, and participants do not need to own the animal.

8) When entering the trail program, an enrollment award will be given to the member. Hours will be cumulative from year to year. Hour awards will be given at the following levels 75, 250, 500, 750, 1000, 1250,1500,1750, 2000, 3000, 4000 and 5000 hours.

9) Logging of hours begins with the date the application and paid fees have been received at the WHC office and current WHC Individual/Youth/Family membership is confirmed.

10) Completed log sheets can be submitted as you achieve you milestone hours. Mail completed logs to the WHC office. Your milestone award will then be sent to you as the hours are recorded.

11) Log sheets must be legible to allow for accurate logging of hours. No follow-up requests for information will be made.

12) Annual renewal applications and paid fees can be made any time on or after the January 1 of the year, or when you renew your WHC membership.

Awards Hour milestone awards will be awarded by the following April. Per the recipient’s request, awards may be mailed, or awarded during Midwest Horse Fair. All Level 1500 hour participants need to receive their award in person.

2) Names of milestone achievers may be used in various WHC promotional materials. Pictures may also be featured when available.

Cost 1) Program fees are intended to cover the cost of the program only. This is not a fundraiser for the WHC.

2) To participate in the program, either a current WHC Individual/Family membership OR a current WHC Youth membership (free when a parent or guardian is a current Individual member) is required. Program fees are $10 per year per participant.

Join today to begin accumulating hours to earn recognition. Questions or comments: Patty Wisneski - Program Coordinator 920 680-6668 or [email protected] Wisconsin Horse Council Msrch Page 27

Back by Popular Request! Trail Quest 2016 These are the trails chosen for the riding year 2016: District Trail Name Trail book page # 1 Eau Galle Recreation Area 58 (AKA Highland Ridge Equestrian Camp) 2 Bush Lake Flats 72 3 High Cliff State Park 112 (closest camping is Northern Kettle Moraine) 4 Yellowstone Wildlife Area 176 (closest camping is Governor Dodge) 5 Kickapoo Valley Reserve 192 (camping at Willow Camp) This year, due to the fact we have two trails where camping is not allowed, we will have a WILDCARD! You may choose to not ride ONE of the trails where camping is not available. Instead you may ride anywhere else in Wisconsin, have your picture taken by the trailhead sign or kiosk, and submit that picture to me.

Trail Quest rules are as follows: 1.) You must have a clear picture of you and your horse by the trailhead sign or kiosk showing the name of the trail. 2.) You must send all five (5) pictures to me, Carrie Quatsoe, at 2719 Greenwald St., Green Bay, WI 54301 by January 1, 2017. 3.) You must be a member of the Wisconsin Horse Council and the Ride Wisconsin program to be eligible for awards. 4.) You must be available to pick up your award at the Midwest Horse Fair in Madison in April 2017.

Good luck on your Quest!

What benefits are there in WHC membership? We publish a monthly newsletter that is available either in print or on-line. We offer members-only programs such as Championship Challenge for open show participants and Trail Riding/Driving Awards for hours logged on the trail. Members also receive a discount on advertising in our newsletter. Level I Members have the option to purchase $1 million Excess Liability Insurance at an excellent rate. We employ the services of a professional lobbyist to assist us in evaluating and acting on legislation affect- ing the equine community. We are a participating member in the American Horse Council, a national organization in Washington DC working on national issues regarding the horse industry. New ideas for adding benefit to membership are always welcome. Page 28 Wisconsin Horse Council

Success is when you realize challenges help you become better Kris Blacklock

1.1.40.30.12.1.3.2016 appears to be an IP address, but it’s not! It’s this year’s Northwood Farms 1 rider, 1 horse, 40 hours, 30 rides in 12 weeks Horsemanship Challenge that began January 3 and finished March 27, 2016. Requirements were simple – individuals registered online between 12 midnight January 1 to 12 midnight January 2, posted a photo of horse and rider along with the required hashtag #enterthechallenge2016 (some of us had no clue what a hashtag was!), tracked hours and posted periodic updates. Each rider picked one special horse and in 12 weeks worked towards the goal of 40 horsemanship hours and logged 30 rides (of which 5 could be bareback). No daily minimum ride time; but there was a 2 hrs minimum between rides if multiple rides occurred within the same day. For driving, folks could log their hitch time, instead of rides. 1.2K equine enthusiasts from around the world registered and participated in the 4th annual 12 week Horsemanship Challenge hosted by Northwood Farms via a secret Facebook group. The first challenge, organized in 2012 by Emma Kline and Beth Weaver, originally started with 43 people. In 2013, 1,000 riders were interested; however only 342 made the deadline. In 2014, over 10,000 people expressed interest but when the sign up process ended, 781 folks committed. This year over 15,000 people knocked on the door of opportunity; with 1,200 folks making the deadline. Special appreciation to Emma, Beth and Kip Kline, all from the state of Oregon, for organizing this incredible challenge that offered non-judgmental motivation, encouragement, inspirational support and brought together equine enthusiasts from all over the world for a FREE 12 week Horsemanship Challenge.

In one word, the 2016 Horsemanship Challenge was simply ama-ZING! It welcomed riders of all ages, all levels, all disciplines and horses of all breeds; each with their own horsemanship journey.

Stacey Gorman & Paint A Masquerade (‘Oakley’), a 5 yr. old Paint Dun mare from Pardeeville WI – found Stacy Gorman out about Northwood Farms 2016 Challenge on Facebook from friend, Kris Blacklock. “Joining the challenge that started in January was a hard decision to make since we live in Wisconsin and most of us try to hibernate at this time of year. We have no indoor arena or even a barn, but this challenge gave me a ‘no excuse’ reason to not slack on my training goals and my horse’s progress. I make up days by doubling up horsemanship hours and ride times missed due to inclement weather and extra work hours. I’ve found that the hours set each week have been reasonable as long as I don’t let myself get lazy. All in all, it’s been very rewarding and I’m proud of what we accomplished in a time of year when riding isn’t always #1 on the list.”

Claudia Shipshock & Baroncrest Emelita, a Lippett Morgan mare from LazyCreek Farm, Juneau WI have been working together for the past 4 years. Claudia acquired her from a friend. Emelita needed to be bulked up, so they worked on that first, ground work next, riding and are now exploring’s Claudia’s love of Western Dressage. When asked about their horsemanship journey, Claudia indicated “Emelita has come so far in the last year and I’m so proud of her. The monthly Western Dressage clinics hosted at LazyCreek Farm with clinician Lynne Levy of Milwaukee is building a strong classical dressage foundation.” Claudia beams as she shares their benefits of participating in the Norwood Farm’s Horsemanship Challenge, “This is our first year and the Horsemanship Challenge has exceeded our expectations. We ride at all hours of the day and even during the night. It’s been so good for both of us Claudia and we train almost every day. It is personally fun and challenging, especially when there’s inclement Shipshock weather. The two most rewarding benefits throughout this challenge are that Emelita and I are continuing to develop a trusting relationship and solid partnership through our daily adventures. We are fortunate to have participated in this year’s challenge where existing and new found friends openly support, boost each other’s morale, praise, applaud and celebrate each other’s achievements. Thanks you for this wonderful opportunity.”

Nyssa Sheridan & Chili from Stoughton WI summed up her Horsemanship Challenge experience as “it’s been a wonderful adventure. By belonging to a group, with set goals, it provides a sense of accountability as well as support in riding through the coldest season and winter’s inclement weather. I’ve appreciated the wonderful feedback when sharing rides, photos and adventures. It’s also been wonderful networking tool as I’ve found nearby riders that share the same joy and riding passion. I’ve also gained a new friend on the challenge who owns my mare’s half-sister.” Nyssa Michelle Rasmussen & Charity, a 7yr. old Quarter Horse from Tomah WI, were also Sheridan Michelle newbie participants in the 2015 Horsemanship Challenge. Michelle shared benefits Rasmussen from her perspective. “It deepened our partnership, motivated me to ride and play with my horse during the winter months when typically we don’t get a lot of quality time together and I was encouraged by the wide array of horseman and women within the United States and around the world. What a unique and wonderful opportunity to share, encourage and develop friendships with so many folks without competition or criticism. It was so great to see how others spent their 30 rides and 40 hours of horsemanship developing their horses and themselves with nothing to gain but sheer joy and shared progress.” continued…. Wisconsin Horse Council March Page 29

Challenges continued

Kris Blacklock & Gamblers Jackpot, an 8 yr. old Rocky Mountain Horse gelding from Prairie du Sac WI – saw a friend’s Facebook post about registering for the challenge while watching the 2015 New Year’s Eve countdown, read the program’s PDFrequirements and shared this exciting opportunity with others via her personal Facebook page and several FB groups. “We took the challenge Kris seriously, posted our required photo and added the following hashtags - #rockymountainhorses, #noexcuses and Blocklock #wichallengers. Despite before work, extreme conditions of ‘I can’t feel my face’ at -25 degrees Fahrenheit wind chills, we cowgirl’d up with a dedicated attitude of no absolutely no excuses! Jackpot and I sprinkled in some levity by using a new downloaded GPS android phone tracking program discovered thru this challenge and during our pre-dawn, in the dark, morning adventures wrote Hello, XOXO and Howdy, practiced straight lines using rows of harvested corn and used the snow as an ‘etch-a-sketch’ to practice 10m and 20m dressage circles.” Kris LOVES variety, encouraging others and equal opportunity. Although the 2016 Northwood Farms hosted Horse- manship Challenge asked riders to focus on one horse per rider; Kris couldn’t pass up the opportunity to train and ride each of her horses; so 18 yr. old Siboney Jet Takoda, 6 yr. old Good Knight Beautiful and 2 1/2 yr. old Boon Ocean Blue were included in Kris’ personal challenge. All four horses were worked each day and she has a goal of 366 rides this year in observance of Leap Year! Each horse eagerly awaited their turn as they wanted to be next to learn obstacle challenges, ground pole workouts, trailer self-loading/unloading, equestrian drill team, roping and groundwork. Such FUN!

Linda Lightfoot & Hershe, a 6 yr. old Paint mare, from Salem WI started their partnership in August 2015 so the 12 week Northwood Farms Horsemanship Challenge provided a perfect opportunity to develop their new found part- Linda nership. All in all, Linda felt the overall experience was very positive “The many hours that Hershe and I Lightfoot accumulated with groundwork have strengthened our relationship. The shared time together has taught me about my personality, her ‘horseanality’ and how to blend the two. Our bareback and in the saddle riding adventures were accomplished Indoors and outdoors; both strengthening our bond.” For the past 13 years, Linda has had the privilege and pleasure of having her horses at her home in Bristol. She continues to enjoy their company now in Salem. For 2016, Linda plans to do more local trail riding. This challenge has helped her focus on preparing for summer adventures. “The unexpected mix of equine enthusiasts was truly inspirational. It’s awesome as well as educational to see what others were doing and accomplishing with their mounts; especially fellow participants scattered throughout Wisconsin and participating during our state’s 12 weeks of mid-winter Tundra-like subzero and inclement weather conditions (sleet, rain, snow and ice).” Accolades to all who participated!

Karlette Schoen & Jazz, a 20 yr. old Quarter Horse mare, from Madison WI was really excited to learn of this challenge. “As a newbie rider with a newly acquired horse, it motivated me to learn how to ride and enjoy Karlette spending time with together. Jazz was gifted to me by Sandy, a friend at a local facility where we board. Schoen Although riding iron steeds (Harley Davidson motorcycles) for years, Sandy knew I had a fear of riding horses. Jazz is a sweetheart, very broke and safe to ride, unlike my own horses. Through her help and this challenge, I started riding and gaining confidence. With a new attitude of #noexcuses, started planning trail rides this summer! Yes, for this newbie, the 2016 Horsemanship Challenge came along at a perfect time and has offered more than I thought it would! Thanks for all the opportunities and inspiration shared by others!”

Angela Fredrickson, Webster WI. While I am a pretty motivated horse woman I was a bit hesitant to sign up for the Northwood’s Horsemanship Challenge. With three small children (ages 7, 5, and 1) and both my husband and myself working full time, I worried the challenge would feel overwhelming instead of inspiring. How wrong I was! I can’t even explain how connected I feel to my fellow horse people who live in so many different places far and wide. They share their stories and I think to myself, ‘Hey, that’s my story’. Their highs and lows become my highs and lows as I post encouraging comments to help others along. It’s unbelievable to post about my rides and get words of encouragement from those I have only met online. Even my little family has rallied around the challenge. My husband will tell our kiddos, “Mommy has to go out to do her challenge now”. My farrier will ask what number ride I am on and respond with, “Oh, you totally got this!” My non-horse friends call my crazy with admiration in their eyes. Angela Schoen I have also been encouraged to push myself and my horse in creative ways to meet the goals of the challenge. I have ridden at night in the full moon, ridden in lower temperatures than I would have in the past, and I have tried new things based on ideas I have gotten from others. The other day I grabbed some long branches my husband pruned from our fruit trees to drag beside us while we rode in the snow – something I would never have thought of in a million years if not for this challenge! This has truly been an unexpected gift during a time of year that generally leaves me wishing for more horse time. These Wisconsin riders now challenge YOU! Hashtag: #noexcuses. Mark your calendar now to register for 2017 Horsemanship Challenge on December 31st. For more information, visit www.northwoodfarms.com and ‘Like’ their Facebook page. Page 30 Wisconsin Horse Council

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