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Championship Challenge 2015 Horse Show Winners Announced After a lot of planning and a 2 Mission Statement lot of hard work from our 3 Farm Technology Days competitors, our Judge, our

4 WSHCEF Championship Challenge Committee members and 5 Halls Creek & Bush Lake Flats volunteers, the 2015 WHC

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 Championship Challenge 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 regard- less of age. Currently, Nicole travels to Europe twice a year for horsemanship and 6. Abby’s Horse 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. Show was a success! The 7 WLAER show was held at West 20 Ranch & Saddle Co. in East Troy, Wisconsin and was 8 Ray Ainsworth judged by Terry Lauth. It was a little cool and breezy, but it was dry! There were 62 classes which included 9 Farm Tech Days Halter, English, and Western classes from Tiny Tots all the way through the Senior 10 Milk Buds Senior age groups. The best of the best were there to compete and they did not

11 Sid Zacharias disappoint. Winners from each class won awards, which ranged from ribbons to chairs and umbrellas to name a few. 12 Dan Grunewald Participants nominated their horses in their chosen classes throughout the year.

13 Wi Cowboy Dressage Thanks They then qualified by receiving one first or two second placings in their designated classes. The results were sent to the WHC office. In turn, when a nominated 14 Kettle Moraine Rough Riders participant qualifies, their results were placed on the WHC website. All qualifying 15 JCDHA shows were sanctioned by the WHC, and listed on our website. 16 Memorable Moments The WHC Championship Challenge Horse Show was fortunate to have great sponsors that helped make this 18 Upcoming Events/CC Thanks show a success. 17 Classified Ads The WHC Championship Challenge Committee will be 19 WHC Membership/CC Show meeting in early October 2015 to review how the show turned out and what the plans will be for a 2016 show. Please check our website and Facebook page for the most 20 ResultsMidwest (final) Horse Fair up-to-date information on this great program. 21 CC Pictures Please consider becoming a Sponsor of the 2016 22 CC Pictures Championship Challenge Show. We will help advertise your 23 CC Show Results company by posting your name on our website and in our newsletter plus putting a link to your website on our web- 24 CC Show Results site. We will also mention your company's name at the show during sponsored 25 CC Show Results classes. Its because of people like you that allows us to improve and expand this show from year to year. 26 WHC Advertising Form Click on the link below to view a list of all of the winners from this year's show. 27 WHC Districts CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OF OUR 2015 COMPETITORS!

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Farm Technology Days

A strong crowd full of eager spenders helped make the August 25-27 Farm Technology Days a great success.

The three-day event at the Statz Brothers dairy operation in the town of Sun Prairie drew an estimated 45,000 people, which was the largest in the past several years for the annual event that moves from county to county.

The Wisconsin Horse Council organized the equine events and was a $5,000 Bronze Sponsor. The equine events were very well attended. Blain’s Farm and Fleet sponsored the clinicians and demonstrations. The clinicians were Ray Ainsworth, Sid Zacharias, Dan Grunewald with WIHA (Wisconsin Interscholastic Horsemanship Association), WLAER (Wisconsin Large Animal Emergency Response), Kettle Moraine Rough Riders Drill Team and the Milk Buds Pony Hitch . We are featuring these events on the following pages. Sid Zacharias

Nancy & Clinicians

Milk Buds

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Ray Ainsworth

WLAER

Dan Grunewald

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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

President Gary Jackson Board of Directors & Volunteer Team Vice President Diane Sackett Don Schwandt Mike McGowan Karen Meekma Secretary Linda Ernsberger Linda Ernsberger Don Smith Lee Sackett Treasurer Elaine Gauthier Margo Miller Rich Ernsberger Lila Lemanski

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Halls Creek and Bush Lake Flats Patty Wisneski Have you ridden the More than 50% of the land in that county is publicly owned giving you access to miles of riding. The trails at Halls Creek are very well marked with white carnite post signs and color- Halls Creek horse trails located in Florence County yet? coordinated for easy to navigation. The camping area at Halls Creek was improved last year providing ample room for even the largest rigs. There is a pit toilet provided but currently there is no water available.

The Bush Lake Flats trails are 4 miles West of Halls Creek Road on County Rd. C.

Bush Lake Flats trails are approximately eleven miles long, but the entire forest is open for riding. Most of the trail is a single track, with a surface of sandy soil or grass. These are easy trails with no real challenging areas; this makes it an excellent trail for novice riders and green horses. There is free rustic camping available at the trailhead and water has been provided, thanks in part to the generous grant from Wisconsin Horse Council.

The exciting news for this year is the “Connector Trail” which allows riders to camp at either trailhead and still access the other trails!

A seven-mile trail has been created connecting Halls Creek and Bush Lake Flats. The trail is clearly marked and easy to follow. This trail was partially funded by Wisconsin Horse Council’s Trail Grant Program.

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Abby’s Picture Horse – quest for a drill team partner KMRR/KMEZ Riders Equestrian Drill Teams Abby Moravac, age 13, daughter of Nichole and Joe Moravec, North Prairie WI

Twiddling my thumbs and wiggling my toes clearly showed my nervous excitement for the day ahead. March 14, 2015 arrived. Roads that were so familiar turned unfamiliar with the thought of going to a place that I’ve never been before. After a long winding gravel driveway with an occasional embellishment of a sturdy row of pine trees, we finally arrived and came across a tan metal indoor riding arena that was nestled into trees with a cramped parking lot filled with horse trailers and trucks. We spent a couple of minutes trying to find the entrance of this new arena that held my undiscov- ered treasure.

Finally, we discovered the dusty white door entrance and trudged our way through the icy murky mud until we arrived at the stainless steel handle. I was scared to open it. For the last week I excitedly anticipated this moment and didn’t want it to be ruined by disappointment. This moment could be my dream come true. I didn’t know and that’s what frightened me. I opened that handle with caution because I was unclear what was on the other side.

As the door slowly opened, I took my first step into the sandy arena floor with my newly polished boots tediously polished them the night before to help calm my excitement but it only heightened my nervous- ness. The first thing I spied was a tacked up relaxed 6 year old chestnut Quarter Horse Paint gelding tied to the dusty pen rail. The black pens were arranged to make up the thrilling starting box where a roper and his horse launch out with a burst of energy. I scanned the busy arena to desperately search for the horse that I could only stare at in a picture. There he was. My picture horse! I was told his name was Jackpot. But he was so much more than a photo, a name and a horse. No, he was beautiful. Ridden by Steve, he solemnly pranced with poise in a magnificent relaxed manner that didn’t allow my eyes to look at anything but him. My heart was so distracted that my eyes forgot to notice Steve was smiling at me. I also didn’t realize that I was smiling so much that my cheeks were becoming sore from sheer delight. There Jackpot was again, putting my eyes and smile under his magical spell.

Not allowing my eyes to stop admiring his beauty. He was coming closer and closer to me. “What do you think?” Steve asked. “I… like him.” The bright smile that I displayed obviously showed that I simply didn’t “like” him. Oh, I loved him! I was so caught in the moment that I forgot what I came there to do. Steve told me to hop on. I happily grabbed the taped horn and the seat of the working saddle and swung myself up. I felt like a little girl swimming in an oversized saddle and my feet didn’t come close to touching the stirrups. We adjusted the stirrups to what I thought would be an acceptable length.

Although I’ve ridden since a toddler, at this moment, I didn’t know what to do. My excitement masked my knowledge of riding. After a few moments, I snapped back and I began my life changing experience. I used caution while using each seat, leg, and verbal cue trying to discover his responses. A simple task that brought an exhilarating rush. Each step that he took felt like I took a step with him. It was a weird wonderful instantaneous connection. He didn’t know what this little human was doing on his back and at 15.2 hands, I didn’t really know this gigantic horse I was on. With every move I made, he curiously and willingly navigated to please me. We were so unfamiliar with each other but at the same time very comfortable together. When he trotted, it felt like I was floating. When he cantered, it felt like I was on a rocking horse with great power like the one I loved so dearly as a little girl. Every one of my fears was melted away by the trust that immediately fused us together.

Fears quickly faded. What if I didn’t like him? What if he’s too big? Too tall? Too crazy? Too slow? Too mean? Nonsense, all of these festering fears dissolved after meeting him in person; however, my biggest single fear remained. What if I don’t love him much as that loving red roan who helped raise me? The mare that was there for me when I was being picked on by the girls at school. The red roan that taught me that I have control, I’m tough and I can do anything. One who helped nurture a little girl into a young lady I am today.

What if I didn’t feel that connection that I still have so close to my heart? Even though I could never imagine her not at the barn, I needed a horse that could bring me into adulthood. Into the woman I want to become. A horse beyond special. Jackpot was all that. He charmed me like a princess, one who found her happily ever after. Jackpot had a floating jog that carried me just like my little mare ‘Socks’. He had the perfect combination of a comfortable rocking canter of my big quarter horse Maverick. Jackpot had the fast energetic gallop of my little boy Bo. All the horses that mean so much to me are keepsake portrayed in ‘My Picture Horse’ remembrance photo display. Like my other mounts, we bonded as a pair the moment I swung into that well-worn saddle. We were meant to be together. Yes indeed….this horse has found his rider and this rider happily found her new drill team horse. Page 7 Wisconsin Horse

Wisconsin Large Animal Emergency Response

Whether an animal is in a trailer accident, submerged in mud or water, trapped into a ravine, cast in a stall, or has fallen on barnyard ice and cannot get up, it is human nature to want to help. But large animals can be unpredictable, especially when in desperate, life or death situations.

When stressed and trapped, livestock can injure themselves, property, and the people around them. Further injury to the animal, as well as to the person who seeks to aid the animal, can occur if the rescue is Please note-Live horses not used in not performed in an organized, efficient, demonstration; these are models. and safe manner.

Wisconsin Large Animal Emergency Response exists to increase survival rates of livestock being handled during emergencies while increasing the safety and efficiency of first responders and veterinarians by implementing training programs and assisting with responses

WIHA at Farm Technology Days Some of the past and present Wisconsin Interscholastic Horsemanship Association (WIHA) members had the opportunity to participate in the Farm Technology Days on Wednesday, August 26th 2015. The following members participated: Emma Sands, Taylor Dolan, Casey Renz, Mackenzie Bloemer, Olivia Henning, Cailyn and Chloe Schave, Brittany Danda, Tyler Stewart, Kathryn Warner, Sid and Sam Len. The members participated in two clinics given by trainer, Dan Grunewald from Helenville, Wisconsin. The first clinic focused on showmanship, horsemanship and equitation. The second clinic focused on challenges the riders were having with their horses (i.e. wrong leads, transitions, etc.). The clinics were informative and fun! WIHA also had an information booth which helped to promote the organization and attracted some interest in the program. WIHA would like to say Thank You to the Wisconsin Horse Council for inviting them to participate in the Farm Technology Days and for their continued support for the success and growth of WIHA. If you would like more information about WIHA please visit our website www.wiha.us or email them at: [email protected].

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Ray Ainsworth Ray does not train horses; he teaches them in a way that makes him one of the world’s most unique horsemen. He has found that through communication and non-violence, horses learn faster and retain the information longer. Ray’s approach is based on the fact that horses have their own language and are capable of communicating a wide variety of messages. All horses know it. So does Ray.and so can you. From a young age, Ray Ainsworth studied the language of horses. As a winning jockey, trainer and competitor, Ray has developed and fine-tuned a resistance-free technique that he uses in teaching horses and working with behavioral issues of every kind.

Ray travels the world presenting entertaining and informative clinics to horse lovers of all disciplines. Plus, he has a series of comprehensive teaching DVDs. Ray has started as many as 10,000 horses. His stress-free program teaches horses how to behave with a maximum of understanding. He works with all types, breeds of horses – young foals, old mares, abused horses, trailer-shy horses, horses who will not allow their feet and ears to be handled and every horse in between. Ray’s specialty is starting horses the right way and helping address behaviorial concerns. Along the way, owners and riders learn horse language themselves and are able to apply this knowledge to their own dealings with these amazing animals Page 9 Wisconsin Horse Council

Farm Tech Days by Laura Rose

What do drones, ponies, scientists, and combines have in common? They were all at Farm Tech Days near Sun Prairie! This three-day event at the end of August was hosted by the Statz Brothers dairy operation, and pleased crowds of equestrians, farmers, and city-goers alike with an endless variety of educational displays and entertainments.

Notable Mississippi horse trainer, Ray Ainsworth, was there, tackling “problem” horses for local owners and explaining his methods. Three times a day for all three days, he worked miracles in minutes, eliminating bucking and spooking with his firm presence and persistent patience. Within an hour, Ainsworth was able to ride a three year old filly which had never been saddled, plus taught her to stop fussing about fly spray. Ray Ainsworth works with Troy Claustrophobic horses were trailered with ease, and buckers and his owner, Kyra Kubehl. de-bucked.

A different kind of show was put on, Sid Zacharias, who rode his mustang up a narrow ramp and onto a platform mounted above his truck. Horse and rider also bowed, carried flags, and did other tricks. Zacharias got his horse as an untouched feral Mustang from the BLM and trained it himself. Born in Spooner, Wisconsin, Zacharias now bases his training and farrier business in Oklahoma.

An eight hitch pony team was a big hit, winding serpentine paths through the arena and doubling back on itself multiple times. Generations of these dextrous black-and-white equines, collectively dubbed “The Milk Buds,” have been bred specifically to entertain crowds with tricks and skillful driving. The Schottler family, hailing from St. Croix county, Wisconsin, has owned, bred, and trained the ponies since the 1960s. They round out their performances with musical numbers, using a sound system built into their custom wagon.

The ever-incredible Kettle Moraine Rough Riders equestrian drill team was also present at Farm Tech Days. Dressed in white leather, the riders and their glittery horses did not let the small arena hamper them too much as they wheeled, spun, and performed complex interweaving patterns with precision. The team encouraged interested horse owners to become part of their group.

Other equine demonstrations included an excellent simulation by the Wisconsin Large Animal Emergency Response team, and two highly effective showing clinics with Dan Grunewald from the Wisconsin Interscholastic Horsemanship Association.

Memorable non-equine events included tours of the Statz Brother’s 100 cow milking parlour and manure-based methane power plant, field demonstrations with the latest in machinery, a tractor driving competition, and musical performances by the Soggy Prairie Boys, guitarist Mark Wayne, Maggie Mae (RFD TV), comedic songster Dan Riley, and Midlife Crisis. Also gracing the stage were celebrities such as Alice in Dairyland and Jerry Apps, author of many well-loved books about Wisconsin farm life.

While not quite famous, distinguished scientists from the UW Madison Extension were on-hand to provide every possible assistance to gardeners, groundskeepers, and farmers battling weeds, bugs, soil deficiencies, and plant diseases. These experts provided live or preserved examples of weeds and bugs with their names and the best way to stop them. At one booth, extensive training on how to spot and stop the Emerald Ash borer was provided. At another, Master Gardeners stood by to answer any question concerning plant care. Free soil, water, and hay testing were also offered.

The biggest wonder of all may have been the existence of the venue itself. Although built practically overnight on top of a 100 acre hayfield, Farm Tech Days was more of a true metropolis than a makeshift site. The public navigated wide avenues complete with street signs, topped up their wallets from strategically placed ATMs, and visited barns, sheds, and giant tents which housed museum-worthy exhibits. A flotilla of flaggers, food-serving FFA members, trash collectors, and other volunteers kept the “city” ship-shape, while a mini ambulance patrolled the grounds. Three years of planning and the heroic efforts of many, including the Statz family, made this event truly memorable. Wisconsin Horse Council October Page 10

MILK BUDS

It all started in the mid-sixties when John and Georgine Schottler were living near Austin, MN, and John filled a neigh- bor's silo and took a pony named Lightning in exchange. Years later, John chose a tiny 1 1/2 year old black and white pony out of a field with 25 other horses in it. That pony was Corky.

All of the ponies in that hitch had been raised on the Schottler's dairy farm in St. Croix County, Wisconsin. The eighth one was Corky, the sire of the herd. Corky had never missed a performance in 29 seasons!

Because they wanted the hitch to be associated with the dairy industry, and people frequently likened the hitch to a popular Clydesdale hitch, in 1982 they decided to call the team THE MILK BUDS!

As the family of singers have married and left the exhibit, new third generation singers filled the gap! Even as the family has grown and gone about their lives, the Milk Buds remain. Not the same ones, but new generations that keep the wagon roll- ing!

What hasn't changed is John's enthusiasm and the appeal of the ponies to young and old.

WAMSTAR Thanks,

Thank You so much for the generous donation! Great sponsors like you help WAMSTAR continue to be a vital service to the community.

These funds will help WAMSTAR continue to grow, as we look to remain active in our local community, purchase supplies and provide training for our members.

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Sid Zacharias

Sid grew up in Northern Wisconsin and was introduced to horses at an early age. He has been training horses over 10 years and has had great success both in and out of the show ring.

Sid has trained and ridden with many world renowned horsemen including CraIg Johnson, Clinton Anderson, Dan James, Pat Parelli, and Guy McLean just to name a few.

Along with training horses for clients, Sid also competed in the Minnesota Hooved Animal Rescue Trainers Challenge 2010-2013 winning Fan Favorite each year as well as Reserve Champion.

On his horsemanship journey achieving his many goals, Sid came across the American Mustang horse and discovered the rewarding partnership he could build with them while bringing awareness to the Mustang breed.

In 2011, Sid was named Champion at his first Extreme Mustang Makeover at the Midwest Horse Fair in Madison, Wisconsin.

The next year, Sid trained two Mustangs for the Extreme Mustang Makeover in Clemson, South Carolina and was awarded Reserve Champion and the Double Down Champion award for having the highest preliminary score with both Mustangs.

September 13, 2013-Fort Worth, Texas. Sid competed in the Mustang Millions with two Mustangs. With only 120 days to train and more than 190 trainers competing in the Legend Division, Sid finished in the Top 18 with both Mustangs.

September, 2014-Fort Worth, Texas. Sid finished Reserve Champion at the Supreme Extreme Mustang Makeover. Sid combined reining and trick riding on Durango the Kid, a 5 year old gelding gathered from Black Rock Range West, New York, and was voted the overall fan favorite by the audience.

Sid has earned numerous awards in various disciplines including reining, trail, Extreme Cowboy racing and colt starting competitions. Sid is a powerful clinician and a versatile entertainer. For Sid, “when a horse becomes a part of you, there’s nothing you can’t do together”.

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Dan Grunewald

Dan Grunewald, lifelong horseman, is passionate about his work. He is well known among equestrians in the Wisconsin area having been born and raised in Jefferson, Wisconsin where his current facility is located. Growing up through the horse industry, Dan’s extensive knowledge in the horse world has made him a world-class clinician, judge, and exhibitor.

Dan is devoted to helping his students and horses attain their goals and understand what it takes to reach the next level. He truly believes that both horse and rider should bond into a strong successful team in all aspects of training. Dan’s energy, experience, and love of the industry, allows him to have a unique training method in a sport that he is passionate. Dan is known for his positive outlook and believes in clear communication and has seen astounding results in his own training and in that of his students.

Dan has been an advocate in getting our future horsemen and women involved more in the industry. He founded a program in Wisconsin called the Wisconsin Interscholastic Horsemanship Association (WIHA). The program allows kids the opportunity to build an equestrian team through their school and compete against other teams of their equal size. This program continues to grow stronger every year, and it has over 30 schools and 300 kids involved.

Dan incorporates three main ideas into his training principals: Trust, Patience, and Focus. These are also the names three of his mustangs, which are a passion of his. He has competed in five (5) Extreme Mustang Competitions… This is a program where you are given a wild, untouched animal and ninety (90) days to train it before you compete in front of thousands of spectators. Dan has finished once in the top five (5) and four in the top ten (10). Dan has shared this experience with many of his students, friends, and colleagues in the industry in hopes of promoting the wild mustang and possibly getting them in the show ring.

In 2011, Dan was HRTV’s America’s Favorite Trail Horse Co Host/Commentator. He was named 2009 WHC Special Achievement Award Recipient for his creation of the WIHA and 2008 WHC Judge of the Year to name a couple of his most recent awards.

Dan holds ABRA, IBHA, ARHA, WSHC, and other state judge’s cards.

Dan attended the 2014 Color Council Judges Seminar and the 2014 Multi State Judges Seminar.

He has trained/shown several Local, State, National, and World Champion horses throughout his career.

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Thank You Wisconsin Horse Council!

Your support has helped us bring a higher level of understanding and horsemanship through our August Clinic with Jeff Sanders. In addition, and to us most importantly, your sponsorship has helped us expand the scholarship fund which will enable us to offer more youth riders the opportunity to advance their horsemanship and explore the world of Cowboy Dressage.

Jeff Sanders Modern Vaquero Horsemanship Clinic

Thanks to the wonderful support of the Wisconsin Horse Councils sponsorship, the August 7th-9th clinic was a great success.

Jeff Sanders comes from a long line of Californio Vaquero horsemen and is continuing to teach the traditions that have been passed onto him around the world. He is well versed in classical dressage and how it has been used throughout history to work cattle. Sanders truly offered something for everyone and all skill sets. As a teacher Sanders was able to break things down into simple and digestible bits that allowed riders to make marked improvement. His warm and empathetic personality put horses and riders at ease creating a relaxed atmosphere ideal for learning. With so many different levels of riders working on the same maneuvers, auditors were able to see the different stages of training from start to finish.

Riders and auditors alike enjoyed learning the hows and whys of the lateral movements. The morning session helped many clarify the bio-mechanics of a movement along with recognizing when the horse (and rider) are in the right state of mind to accomplish them. The afternoon session allowed riders to apply these moves to working cattle.

The California Vaquero style of working cattle is one of patience and precision. The cattle are used to help riders train their horses rather than training a horse to work cattle. As an example, riders were able to use a renver (haunches -out) to keep a cow along the fence to help guide them slowly to an open gate. The leg-yield and half-pass were used to apply and remove pressure while keeping the horse ready for the next maneuver while separating the cow from the herd.

WCD is expanding the 2016 clinic to 4 days to allow for more rider spots. If you are interested in learning the hows and whys and want to put a purpose behind the movements we encourage you to attend this clinic.

Wisconsin Cowboy Dressage Youth Scholarship

Wisconsin Cowboy Dressage is extremely proud to announce the expansion of its Youth Scholarship Program. It is thanks to the generous help and support of the Wisconsin Horse Council that this program is able to offer more funds to more youth.

Youth members will be able to apply for aid to attend educational clinics or shows being put on by the WCD. Thanks to the WSHC sponsorship, the WCD is now able to offer more scholarships to help to more youth riders explore, learn and improve their horsemanship through Cowboy Dressage.

Cowboy Dressage (CD) is about rewarding the TRY in both horse and rider. It is the heart of this discipline. By looking ahead to future generations, the WCD hopes that by allowing more youth to try, we will be able to help build confident, educated and willing leaders to keep the horse industry in Wisconsin moving forward.

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It is with great appreciation and gratitude, that we thank the members of the grant/scholarship committee for their support. We promise to continue working hard at building more educational events for riders throughout Wisconsin.

Sincerely, The Wisconsin Cowboy Dressage, Inc Board and its Members Wisconsin Horse Council October Page 14

Kettle Moraine Rough Riders Equestrian Drill Team Gayle Zinniel & Kris Blacklock The 2015 Farm Technology Days held August 25-26-27 at the Statz Bros Family Farm, Marshall WI was truly Something Special in Wisconsin! Farm Technology Days is one of the largest farm shows in the nation. It’s the only outdoor farm show of its size that moves to a new site in a different county each year andis run almost entirely by 700 volunteers. Starting in 1954 as a plowing contest in Waupaca County, there’s always been a strong commitment making education available to every farmer in Wisconsin. Motto is ’Education by the Acre’. In 2015, ‘Tent City’ encompassed 60 acres of exhibit space, 700 vendors and exhibitors plus 400 acres of field demonstrations. Blain’s Farm & Fleet’s Equine Center offered information from the Wisconsin Horse Council, several live demonstrations from national clinicians (Ray Ainsworth, Flora MS; Dan Grunewald, Elkhorn WI and Sid Zacharias, Spooner WI), the WI Large Animal Emergency Response and the Milk Buds, ponies pulling a one-of-a-kind eight pony hitch, veterinarians and UW- Extension specialists plus the Kettle Moraine Rough Riders Equestrian Drill Team who perform with precision horsemanship and teamwork with beautiful horses bonded with their riders to exhilarating music in the sport of drill. 2015 is also special in that the Kettle Moraine Rough Riders Equestrian Drill Team is celebrating their 20th Anniversary. Founded in 1995 and sponsored by Shotliff’s All Around Equine Events in Evansville WI, they carry American flags all over Wisconsin and the Midwest to support our great country and ride with pride promoting the sport of drill. The team is com- prised of mothers, daughters, sons, grandmas and granddaughters and horses of a variety of breeds. The team has performed at several Farm Technology Days throughout the years. The August 25, 2015 Farm Technology Days performances by Rough Riders/Horses included Bertie James & Cooper, Waterloo; Chera James & Hercules, Waterloo; Gayle Zinniel & Mr. Bo Jangles, Dousman; Jean Welch & Luna, Milton; Jeanette Mortier & Nick, Watertown; Karien Bakker & Knight, Eagle; Kenda Shotliff & KC, Evansville; Kris Blacklock & Gamblers Jackpot, Prairie du Sac; Pam Drewek & Jake, Jefferson and Valerie Nelson & Dusty, Fort Atkinson. Wherever and whenever they travel, the Rough Riders are serious about having FUN as illustrated by Bertie James taking a mechanized ride-about! The Kettle Moraine Rough Riders wish to recognize and thank Farm Technology Days, the Wisconsin Horse Council and Blain’s Farm and Fleet for their hospitality, the opportunity to perform and appreciation to all who attended, assisted and cheered! We appreciate your support & Thrill of Drill! You’re invited to visit our Kettle Moraine Rough Riders website www.kmrr.com | ’Like’ us on Facebook | Call Gayle Zinniel at 262-392-2293 or Email [email protected] to book a performance or join the team!

Championship Challenge Horse Show 2016

The WHC Championship Challenge Committee will be meeting in early October 2015 to discuss plans for a 2016 show. Please check back for all of the most up-to-date information. Thank you! Page 15 Wisconsin Horse Council

Jefferson County Draft Horse Association It has been a long and hot summer. The show season has come to an end. The show season started with some shows in Illinois then to Jefferson, Washington, State Fair, Boone, Indiana, Illinois again then and Walworth county fair. Everyone had fun and success in the show ring. We were able to see many young draft horse enthusiasts showing at halter and then driving cart and teams. Congratulations to all for all your hard work paid off. September 12-13 will have been the fall plowing down at Old World Wisconsin for Autumn on the Farm. Then, October 24 and 25, we will back down in the German village for logging in the Norwegian village. Hope to see you then. This year also marks Jefferson County Draft Horse Association’s 30 years in existence. We will be at Ron and Jean Luebke’s farm for a wagon ride and refreshments on Saturday, October 10, from 11 am. ride to whenever the food is gone, also rain or shine. This is for founding members, all past and current members. To all those that have membership in the Wisconsin Horse Council or read just the newsletter, please let Jean Luebke or Steve Haase know if you can attend?

Congratulations, Sid Zacharias, on taking Reserve Champion at the Supreme Mustang Makeover in Fort Worth Texas.

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Jase Katzenberger on his POA mare J-N Myte Divaat the Midwest Horse Wisconsin Horse Council October Page 16

Memorable Moments – Taylor Schmidt

Vicki Hodel, President WDCTA Central Chapter Kris Blacklock, Vice President Brittany Remhof, Secretary/Treasurer WDCTA Central WI Chapter wishes to recognize and applaud our member’s horsemanship activities and asked member’s to share clinics attended, shows competed in or judged, goals accomplished or are still working on, a new horse.... anything members did with their horse or with other’s horses. We all learn from each other and wish to encourage horsemanship sportsmanship. WDCTA Central WI Chapter is proud to introduce Taylor Schmidt, daughter of Brian and Cari Schmidt, Wautoma and applaud her 2015 Memorable Moments.

Memorable Moments

As a Youth/Jr Rider member of WDCTA Central WI Chapter, Taylor participated in the 2015 WDCTA Capital Mini Events held June 13-14 and August 22-23, organized by the Southwest WI Chapter and hosted by The Horse First Farm in Brooklyn WI. This was her third time participating in the annual weekend eventing event that includes a Saturday clinic and Sunday competition for Elementary and Beginner Novice Junior and Adult riders. Taylor and her horse, ‘Miss P’ became partners in March 2013. They’ve grown into a team who enjoys learning and having FUN. Miss P is an 8 year old off-the-track Thoroughbred who didn’t have much riding experience outside a race track. It took a lot of lessons and clinics combined with a mixture of lots and lots and lots of consistent practice, patience and dedication to get Taylor’s horse ready for off-track showing and horse events.

The weekend Mini Capital Event includes group dressage and cross country eventing sessions on Saturday and competion on Sunday. 2015 clinicians were Megan Dischler, dressage and Kerry Zimlicka, jumping. On Sunday, 30 riders competed within the 4 divisions. With just enough rain to soften the ground and relieve the dust, cross-country conditions were PERFECT! 23 horse/rider combinations completed the 3 part requirements – dressage, stadium jumping and cross country jumping.

In her own words, Taylor explains the allure of eventing… “I absolutely love going to the WDCTA Capital Mini Event each year because the weekend event is perfect event for the beginner to learn, excel and have FUN along the journey -- that is exactly what I and my horse "Miss P" have done. In 2012, at our very first Mini event we got eliminated due to over course time. It was our first event so I was just happy we completed everything – the dressage test and all of the cross country jumps without any issues! In 2015, at the June Capital Mini Event, we improved and ended up taking 7th place! The August Capital Mini Event was the perfect way to end our show season. We were truly a T-E-A-M and experienced the most relaxed, smooth and confident rides I have ever had on Miss P. Our teamwork landed us in 3rd place! I was ecstatic at how great our performance was and I have learned, with the help of events put on by WDCTA is that with hard work, dedication and confidence, you and your horse can achieve great things. I am now attending UW-Stevens Point and missing my horses like crazy, but I can't wait to get back in the saddle a school for the next event!”

Created in 1971, Wisconsin Dressage & Combined Training Association is a non-profit organization that offers educational activities, sessions, clinics and shows in eventing and dressage throughout Wisconsin within Central WI, Kettle Moraine, Southwest and Upper Peninsula Chapters. WDCTA is a charter member of the United States Dres- sage Federation (USDF). WDCTA welcomes all breeds & riders….Youth/Jr Riders, Adult Amateurs and Professionals, please join us! Page 17 Wisconsin Horse Council

EXCLUSIVELY for WISCONSIN HORSE COUNCIL members only! FREE CLASSIFIED ads in our newsletter. Ads will be posted for 2 consecutive newsletters. Memorable Moments – Taylor Schmidt Limit of 4 lines (75 words). Subjected to editing to fill space. Ads must be personal for your horses and equine related items. Not for commercial/business advertising. Vicki Hodel, President WDCTA Central Chapter Kris Blacklock, Vice President Brittany Remhof, Secretary/Treasurer WDCTA Central WI Chapter wishes to recognize and applaud our member’s horsemanship activities and For Sale: Morgan/Friesian cross: 10 year old gelding. Must sell due to owner health issues. Please call 608-513-4488 for more information. asked member’s to share clinics attended, shows competed in or judged, goals accomplished or are still working on, a new horse.... anything members did with their horse or with other’s horses. We all learn from For Sale: SHOW QUALITY AQHA WEANLINGS. Palomino Colt, halter western. Palomino Filly, halter, western. Bay Filly, hunt, each other and wish to encourage horsemanship sportsmanship. WDCTA Central WI Chapter is proud to jumping, dressage. Bred the best, phenomenal dispositions! $3,000 EACH EMAIL [email protected] 920-295-2237 Montello introduce Taylor Schmidt, daughter of Brian and Cari Schmidt, Wautoma and applaud her 2015 Memorable Moments. For Sale: 18” Regent English Saddle, Black Leather, leather knee roll, stirrups and irons included - $375. New 110” dark brown braided hunt reins - $40. Like New 48” Courbette girth - $60. Like New silver trimmed western headstall w/tooled browband - $120. Photos available of all. E-mail sun- [email protected]. 920-295-2237. Memorable Moments For Sale: 10 year old AQHA Broodmare, beautiful 16+ hand hunt-type mare. Nice, pretty mover with an exceptionally sweet disposition! A hind leg injury prevented her from ever riding or showing, but she is a great producer & super mom. Co-ownership/lease arrangement available. As a Youth/Jr Rider member of WDCTA Central WI Chapter, Taylor participated in the 2015 920-295-2237. E-mail [email protected]. WDCTA Capital Mini Events held June 13-14 and August 22-23, organized by the Southwest WI Chapter and hosted by The For Sale: Featherlite Two Horse strait load bumper pull “V” horse trailer, model 9407. Used only a few times locally, LIKE NEW! Horse First Farm in Brooklyn WI. This was her third time participating in the annual weekend eventing event that includes a Call 262-215- 3889 or email [email protected] Saturday clinic and Sunday competition for Elementary and Beginner Novice Junior and Adult riders. Taylor and her horse, ‘Miss P’ became partners in March 2013. They’ve grown into a team who enjoys learning and having FUN. Miss P is an 8 For Sale or Lease: 8 year old Halter Broodmare. BS Paint Palomino. 16H daughter of Obvious First Clue. Money winning foals- Easy breeder and great mom. $2,000.00 or best offer 608-434-4530 North Freedom year old off-the-track Thoroughbred who didn’t have much riding experience outside a race track. It took a lot of lessons and clinics combined with a mixture of lots and lots and lots of consistent practice, patience and dedication to get Taylor’s horse For Sale: 2 sets of Fine Show Harnesses for a 14.2. 860lb. horse. Brown reins-Clean and in good shape. $500.00 each or $750 pair. 920-894-7239 ready for off-track showing and horse events. For Sale: Jerald Show (2 Wheel Cart) with wooden basket. $1050 OBO 920-894-7239 The weekend Mini Capital Event includes group dressage and cross country eventing sessions on Saturday and competion on Sunday. 2015 clinicians were Megan Dischler, dressage and For Sale: 6 year old PB Arab Mare. 14.2 H 860lbs. Good Manners-needs experienced rider. Arabian Breeders Sweepstakes Entry/ Placing in Kerry Zimlicka, jumping. On Sunday, 30 riders competed within the 4 divisions. With just 2014 NEWPHA & WDHR High Point Year Ends Award Program. Scored 7 & 7.5 in intro A & B tests at Sunflower Farms Schooling show (Aug. 2014)-Owners 1st Dressage competition. $7,500.00 920-894-7239 enough rain to soften the ground and relieve the dust, cross-country conditions were PERFECT! 23 horse/rider combinations completed the 3 part requirements – dressage, For Sale Meadowbrook Carriage with 48” wheels ( horse or small draft). Located in Woodstock, IL. $1,200 or best offer. 815-861-0965 [email protected] stadium jumping and cross country jumping. For Sale: Show Carriages-1 Phaeton & 1 Antique, 4 wheel (Black & Burgandy) for 15.2 or 15.3 horse Both have appeared in many shows, always in the Winners circle. Classy- Stored inside. In her own words, Taylor explains the allure of eventing… “I absolutely love going to the 920-484-3066 WDCTA Capital Mini Event each year because the weekend event is perfect event for the For Sale: Big Horn 1647-16” Gaited Infinity Saddle, flexible tree with exclusively designed Gaited Horse bars. Centerfire rigging, memory foam seat, beginner to learn, excel and have FUN along the journey -- that is exactly what I and my horse brass hardware-only used a few times. $950.00 located near Janesville [email protected] "Miss P" have done. In 2012, at our very first Mini event we got eliminated due to over course time. It was our first event so I was just happy we completed everything – the dressage test and all of the cross For Sale: Two Horse Steel Bumper pull 1976 Road Master Trailer. 5’5” wide and 6’7” high-perfect for QH size. Large tack room in front. Stored inside during winter. $2,800 OBO -call or text 608-957-2502 country jumps without any issues! In 2015, at the June Capital Mini Event, we improved and ended up taking 7th place! The August Capital Mini Event was the perfect way to end our show season. We were truly a T-E-A-M and experienced the most relaxed, smooth and confident rides I have ever had on Miss P. Our teamwork landed us in 3rd place! I was ecstatic at how great our performance was and I have learned, with the help of events put on by WDCTA is that with hard work, dedication WHC Committees and confidence, you and your horse can achieve great things. I am now attending UW-Stevens Point and missing my horses Would you like to serve on one of our committees? You don't need to be a WHC like crazy, but I can't wait to get back in the saddle a school for the next event!” 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 Created in 1971, Wisconsin Dressage & Combined Training Association is a non-profit organization that offers ed- our website. The name of each chairperson (if one is available) is listed under each committee. Their ucational activities, sessions, clinics and shows in eventing and dressage throughout Wisconsin within Central WI, e-mail address is linked to their name, so simply click on their name to contact them via e-mail for more Kettle Moraine, Southwest and Upper Peninsula Chapters. WDCTA is a charter member of the United States Dres- information. If a committee currently has the chairperson position listed as OPEN, simply contact our office for more information. Thank you! sage Federation (USDF). WDCTA welcomes all breeds & riders….Youth/Jr Riders, Adult Amateurs and Professionals, please join us! Wisconsin Horse Council UPCOMING EVENTS

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It is that time of year once again! Time to start thinking about renewing your WHC Membership for 2016. Our membership year runs January 1st to December 31st each year. If you are a current member, watch your mail in the coming months for your renewal mailing to arrive. If you are not a current member and would like to join, simply visit our website, www.wisconsinhorsecouncil.org and go to the “Membership” tab to sign up on-line or print off a membership application to complete and mail in to the WHC Office. You will also find information under that tab about your benefits as a WHC Member, what WHC District you are in and what the different levels of membership mean. WHC is a non-profit organization representing horsemen and women and the equine industry in Wisconsin. In representing the equine industry we promote the horse through leadership, education, and service, and take a proactive role in the growth of our industry. What benefits are there in 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 dis- count 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 affecting 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. What else does WHC do?  We own and produce one of the largest and most successful horse expos in the U.S. - the Midwest Horse Fair.  We conduct a Show Judge program, improving the level of open show judging through educational seminars and certification.  Annually we award scholarships, sponsorships, and trail grants at levels that provide significant financial help to students, equine charity events, clubs who are building and improving trails for recreational riding, etc.  We encourage and sponsor recognition of the people who have invested their time and money in growing and developing our industry through mentoring young horse people, initiating new programs, providing leadership in various equine/equestrian areas, and promoting responsible use of horses.  We take an active role in legislative matters affecting both the state and the national equine industry.  We encourage a strong connection with our ag/livestock partners by participating in Ag Day at the Capitol

Final CC results from page 25 Youth Western Horsemanship – Sponsored by Dodge County Horseman’s Association 1st & Grand Zip’s Fancy Destiny Kai Liptow 2nd & Reserve Addicting Hugs Only Layne Varish

Jr. Western Horsemanship – Sponsored by Sport Horse Massage – Jeff Reeck 1st & Grand Zipped But Smooth Mackenzie Kerr 2nd & Reserve Cymonne Autumn Nelson

Sr. Western Horsemanship – Sponsored by Crystal Creek Riders 1st & Grand Leaguer’s Line Up Lauren Anderson 2nd & Reserve Terrons Little Keno Christa Lecesse

Sr. Sr. Western Horsemanship – Sponsored by Wisconsin Horsemen’s News 1st & Grand SK Silver Slate Sheila Kisling

Egg & Spoon – None

Ride-A-Buck 1st & Grand Determined Toby Olivia Bakken

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL! Wisconsin Horse Council October PAGE 20

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

Horses Playing Poker? You Bet!

The moment you have been wai0ng for is ﬁnally here! Artwork for the 2016 “The Sky’s the Limit” themed Midwest Horse Fair is complete and we are BETTING you may have a favorite character! Long-‐0me Midwest Horse Fair ar0st, Larry Schultz was hard at work over the summer geQng these painted equine card sharks on canvas. As you can see, some of these Lucky Seven have a few tricks up their hooves. Oﬃcial Souvenir Posters will be available later this fall in two sizes: 8.5” x 11” and 11” x 17”. Experience the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas, live from the 2016 Midwest Horse Fair, April 15, 16 & 17, at Alliant Energy Center in Madison, Wisconsin! Ace of Equestrians

The Midwest Horse Fair will have a Full House of clinicians in 2016 with the Kings and Queens of the equine industry! Stay tuned, we’ll begin revealing our line-‐up of world-‐ renowned clinicians and entertainers later this month. Visit our website: www.MidwestHorseFair.com, Facebook, & TwiBer for the most up-‐to-‐date informaGon and join the conversaGon using #2016MHF Page 21 Wisconsin Horse Council

Championship Challenge 2015 West 20, East Troy

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Championship Challenge 2015 West 20, East Troy

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2015 WHC Championship Challenge Show Results September 12, 2015 - West 20 Ranch & Saddle Co., East Troy, WI

Weanling & Yearlings at Halter – Sponsored by Crystal Creek Riders 1st & Grand Keep In A Touch of Diamond Terri Otto

Colored Horse at Halter – Sponsored by Sport Horse Massage – Jeff Reeck 1st & Grand Minion Sam Lisack 2nd & Reserve Addicting Hugs Only Layne Varish

Pony/Mini at Halter – 56” & Under – Sponsored by Wisconsin 4-H Association, Inc. 1st & Grand Akon Liz Rice-Beula 2nd & Reserve Another Lucky Night Autumn Nelson

Quarter Horse at Halter – Sponsored by Mill’s Fleet Farm 1st & Grand Siouxbedioux Dawn Strohecker 2nd & Reserve Forgot My Tux Kennedy Hoch

Arabian & Half-Arab at Halter – Sponsored by Dodge County Horseman’s Association 1st & Grand Amore Bey Sam Lisack 2nd & Reserve WW Flash Dance Amanda Price

Morgan & Saddlebred at Halter – Sponsored by Wisconsin Horsemen’s News 1st & Grand Splash of Bourbon Danica Paszek 2nd & Reserve Caught Looking Liz Rice-Beula

Draft Horse/Draft Horse Type at Halter – Sponsored by Irongate Equine Clinic 1st & Grand Doeke LGF Amber Severson

Open Stock Type at Halter – Sponsored by Plymouth Trail Riders Horse Club 1st & Grand Zipped But Smooth Mackenzie Kerr 2nd & Reserve Siouxbedioux Dawn Strohecker

Open Hunter Type at Halter – Sponsored by Lindinhof, LLC 1st & Grand Too Cute Too Shoot Jackie Luebke-Puetz 2nd & Reserve A Natural Silhouette Ashley Schultz

Open English Type at Halter – Sponsored by Irongate Equine Clinic 1st & Grand Too Cute Too Shoot Jackie Luebke-Puetz 2nd & Reserve Caught Looking Liz Rice-Beula

Any Other Breed/Type at Halter – Sponsored by Wisconsin Horsemen’s News 1st & Grand Akon Liz Rice-Beula 2nd & Reserve Minion Sam Lisack

SportHorse in Hand – Sponsored by Sport Horse Massage – Jeff Reeck 1st & Grand WW Flash Dance Amanda Price 2nd & Reserve Too Cute Too Shoot Jackie Luebke-Puetz

Performance Horse at Halter 1st & Grand Addicting Hugs Only Layne Varish 2nd & Reserve Doeke LGF Amber Severson

Supreme & Reserve Supreme at Halter – Sponsored by Irongate Equine Clinic 1st & Grand Too Cute Too Shoot Jackie Luebke-Puetz 2nd & Reserve Amore Bey Sam Lisack

Jackpot English Showmanship 1st & Grand My Lucky Card Hanna Joy Huibregtse 2nd & Reserve Leaguer’s Line Up Lauren Anderson

Tiny Tot English Showmanship – None

Youth English Showmanship – Sponsored by Lindinhof, LLC 1st & Grand Addicting Hugs Only Layne Varish 2nd & Reserve Dwight The Dude Alexis Daugird

Jr. English Showmanship – Sponsored by Dodge County Horseman’s Association 1st & Grand Forgot My Tux Kennedy Hoch 2nd & Reserve My Lucky Card Hanna Joy Huibregtse Wisconsin Horse Council October Page 24

Sr. English Showmanship – Sponsored by Lindinhof, LLC 1st & Grand A Natural Silhouette Ashley Schultz 2nd & Reserve Leaguer’s Line Up Lauren Anderson

Sr. Sr. English Showmanship 1st & Grand Addicting Hugs Only Wendy Varish

Jackpot Western Showmanship – Sponsored by Wisconsin 4-H Association Inc. 1st & Grand Leaguer’s Line Up Lauren Anderson 2nd & Reserve Terrons Little Keno Christa Lecesse

Tiny Tot Western Showmanship – Sponsored by Irongate Equine Clinic 1st & Grand Heaven Sent Jack Bar Abbegail Menendez 2nd & Reserve Classic Target Nicole Czaplewski

Youth Western Showmanship – Sponsored by Wisconsin Horsemen’s News 1st & Grand Addicting Hugs Only Layne Varish 2nd & Reserve Candy Girl Mac Karrington Hoch

Jr. Western Showmanship – Sponsored by Northern Kettle Moraine Horse Trail Association 1st & Grand My Lucky Card Hanna Joy Huibregtse 2nd & Reserve Gamblers Dandy Dan Emma Sands

Sr. Western Showmanship – Sponsored by Wisconsin Horsemen’s News 1st & Grand Terrons Little Keno Christa Lecesse 2nd & Reserve Leaguer’s Line Up Lauren Anderson

Sr. Sr. Western Showmanship – Sponsored by Dodge County Horseman’s Association 1st & Grand Addicting Hugs Only Wendy Varish 2nd & Reserve SK Silver Slate Sheila Kisling

Driving – Mini & Pony Pleasure – Sponsored by Jim C. Simons – Quilter’s Rule International 1st & Grand Akon Annie Tufto Driving – Reinsmanship Mini & Pony – None

Driving – Horse Pleasure – None

Driving – Reinsmanship Horse – None

Lead Line (6 & Under) – None

Tiny Tot English Pleasure (walk-trot only) – Sponsored by Irongate Equine Clinic 1st & Grand Caught Looking Grace Woodward 2nd & Reserve Splash of Bourbon Danica Paszek Tiny Tot English Equitation (walk-trot only) – Sponsored by Sport Horse Massage – Jeff Reeck 1st & Grand Splash of Bourbon Danica Paszek 2nd & Reserve Caught Looking Grace Woodward

Open Walk/Trot English Pleasure 1st & Grand Terrons Little Keno Christa Lecesse 2nd & Reserve Forgot My Tux Kennedy Hoch

Jackpot English Pleasure 1st & Grand Terrons Little Keno Christa Lecesse 2nd & Reserve Forgot My Tux Kennedy Hoch

Youth Hunter Under Saddle – Sponsored by Wisconsin 4-H Association Inc. 1st & Grand Dwight The Dude Alexis Daugird 2nd & Reserve Addicting Hugs Only Layne Varish

Jr. Hunter Under Saddle – Sponsored by Lindinhof, LLC 1st & Grand Zipped But Smooth Mackenzie Kerr 2nd & Reserve Determined Toby Olivia Bakken

Sr. Hunter Under Saddle – Sponsored by Irongate Equine Clinic 1st & Grand Terrons Little Keno Christa Lecesse 2nd & Reserve A Natural Silhouette Ashley Schultz

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SportHorse Under Saddle 1st & Grand Caught Looking Lisa Skains

Saddleseat Pleasure – Sponsored by Sport Horse Massage – Jeff Reeck 1st & Grand Doeke LGF Amber Severson

Jackpot English Equitation – Sponsored by Irongate Equine Clinic 1st & Grand My Lucky Card Hanna Joy Huibregtse 2nd & Reserve Givenchy SCH Courtney Newberry

Youth Huntseat Equitation – Sponsored by Lindinhof, LLC 1st & Grand Dwight The Dude Alexis Daugird 2nd & Reserve Ride N Go Seek Allyssa Domke

Jr. Huntseat Equitation – Sponsored by Wisconsin 4-H Association, Inc. 1st & Grand Just Plain Chocolate Kayla Goelz 2nd & Reserve My Lucky Card Hanna Joy Huibregtse

Sr. Huntseat Equitation – Sponsored by Sport Horse Massage – Jeff Reeck 1st & Grand Terrons Little Keno Christa Lecesse 2nd & Reserve Leaguer’s Line Up Lauren Anderson

Sr. Sr. Huntseat Equitation – Sponsored by Lindinhof, LLC 1st & Grand SK Silver Slate Sheila Kisling

Saddleseat Equitation 1st & Grand Doeke LGF Amber Severson

Tiny Tot Western Pleasure (walk-jog only) – Sponsored by Mill’s Fleet Farm 1st & Grand Heaven Sent Jack Bar Abbegail Menendez 2nd & Reserve Classic Target Nicole Czaplewski

Tiny Tot Western Horsemanship (walk-jog only) – Sponsored by Wisconsin Horsemen’s News 1st & Grand Classic Target Nicole Czaplewski

Open Walk/Trot Western Pleasure 1st & Grand Zipped But Smooth Mackenzie Kerr 2nd & Reserve Terrons Little Keno Christa Lecesse

Jackpot Western Pleasure 1st & Grand Leaguer’s Line Up Lauren Anderson 2nd & Reserve Zipped But Smooth Mackenzie Kerr

Youth Western Pleasure – Sponsored by Irongate Equine Clinic 1st & Grand Ride N Go Seek Allyssa Domke 2nd & Reserve Addicting Hugs Only Layne Varish

Jr. Western Pleasure – Sponsored by Caines Saddle Shop 1st & Grand Zipped But Smooth Mackenzie Kerr 2nd & Reserve Determined Toby Olivia Bakken

Sr. Western Pleasure – Sponsored by Northern Kettle Moraine Horse Trail Association 1st & Grand A.N.D.’s Klassik Kane Anna Peacock 2nd & Reserve Leaguer’s Line Up Lauren Anderson

Sr. Sr. Western Pleasure – Sponsored by Kin Krest Saddle Club 1st & Grand SK Silver Slate Sheila Kisling 2nd & Reserve Phi’s Jama Party Laurie Tufto

English Type Horse Western Pleasure (non-stock breed) 1st & Grand Phi’s Jama Party Laurie Tufto

Jackpot Western Horsemanship 1st & Grand Leaguer’s Line Up Lauren Anderson 2nd & Reserve Terrons Little Keno Christa Lecesse Final CC Results on page 19 Page 26 Wisconsin Horse Council

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