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What's Inside: • ND Expressionist Artist Walter Piehl • ND Roughrider Rodeo June Results • Camping and Trail Advice from the Pros • MN Whips & Wheels Carriage Festival The Valley Equestrian News Page 3 www.theveonline.com July 2012 Charles Wilhelm: Ultimate Foundation Training from Start to Finish Are you a member? Bucking and Bolting on the Trail

afety on the trail is always our first we can use to control the horse’s behavior. We all the way home, we find that training time is known for his superb skills in communicating concern. A horse that bucks, bolts must be able to control the hips, the shoulders time well spent. If you wind up having to walk with and motivating people as well as horses. His or even rears when out on the trail and most of all, we must have control of the the horse home for the sake of safety, time training methods reflect his motto, “It’s Never, is unsafe for the rider as well as emotions. Exercises that allow us to control spent at home training may seem much more Ever the Horse’s Fault”. anyone who is with the rider. This the hips, shoulders and feet are described in pleasant. behaviorS is not acceptable and training is detail in my book, Building Your Dream Horse. Charles’ warm and relaxed demeanor has made needed, however, it is important to under- An educated rider is equally important as an Internationally known and respected horse him a favorite at regional and national clinics stand why a horse would behave this way. educated horse. trainer Charles Wilhelm is the creator of Ultimate and demonstrations. His training center in Castro It appears that this happens frequently and Foundation Training which combines the best of Valley, California is among the top equine edu- there are multiple reasons why horses do I always like to measure the emotions of a traditional, classical and natural horsemanship. cational facilities in Northern California. Charles this. Let’s discuss some of the reasons. horse on a scale of one to ten, one being This method is applicable to every riding disci- offers extensive hands-on learning programs for lethargic and ten being a horse that is out of pline. Charles is one of the few clinicians who is every level of horsemanship. I’d like to start with a story about an incident control. When a horse is a ten, the most that happened several years ago. I did a radio we may be able to bring it down to is a interview on The Horse Show with Rick Lamb. five. A horse that is a five or six, we may He asked me: what is the best way to handle bring down to a three or four. By sacking a horse that bolts out on the trail? out a horse and working with the emo- tions we can set ourselves up for success. A horse will bolt when his emotional level is When we have addressed emotional is- up because all horses have the flight instinct. sues at home in a safe environment, when Some horses, in general have a higher emo- we get out on the trail the horse will not tional level. Often we take our horses out on over react and bolt or buck. the trail when they are fresh and without any $15 Individuals Š Family $20 Š Organization $25 warm up. They are feeling frisky and maybe How long it takes to work with a horse have not been ridden for a couple of weeks on these issues depends on the emo- and they are anxious to get out. In this situ- tional level of the horse. I had a Tennessee ation, we are setting ourselves up to have Walker at the barn for three months and big problems. I’ve been working with horses that horse was an emotional wreck and called “problem horses” for close to 25 years was very bad about bolting. After three Serving the horse community since 1935 and I would say there are no problem horses, months there was a huge difference in the only uneducated horses and owners. I have horse but I really needed another month found that there is an assumption with most to make the horse totally sound out on horses: we just assume that we can get on the trail. Generally, when a horse has them and go out on the trail and they are go- been in training with me for three or four Scholarships Š Direct Funding Š Horse Welfare ing to be fine. I have had horses at the barn months, I have established body control, who are 10 to 15 years old and still emotional brought the emotional level down and basket cases in their own environment and the horse will be essentially sound. Trail Blazers Š Disaster Relief Š Grants when going out on the trail, they are even worse. When something startles them, they Time is an important aspect. Many of us bolt. To me, these are not problem horses but can accomplish a lot with a horse in a very Certified Stables Š Aisle of Breeds just uneducated horses with riders who also short time. For example, the colt starting con- need more education. tests where in the space of three to four hours You are invited to the we are able to get on and ride. The fact that we Š Sometimes a horse will react to fear not by can get on and ride them doesn’t mean those Horseperson of the Year Pioneer Award bolting, but by bucking. Another reason a horses are really broke or that their emotions 5th Annual MHARF horse may buck is that while we are out on are stable. You can’t estimate the time it will the trail, we separate from each other and take you to get the horse to the point where For information on applying for any of these programs, to find out how to volunteer one rider goes right and the other goes left. you can go out on the trail and be fairly safe. Trainers Challenge The horse may be what we call “buddy sour” We all know that horses are dangerous and we and the horse becomes concerned about his need to do our basics at home. Safety is always or to nominate someone for Horseperson of the Year or the Pioneer Award buddy leaving. Horses are herd animals and our first concern. Once we have accomplished of the Unwanted Horse the more that we restrain a horse, the more the basics at home and we can control the please go to www.mnhorsecouncil.org or call 763-755-7729 we increase his emotional level. A horse that horse’s feet, the horse understands the exer- August 25, 2012 at 9 a.m. is being held back may respond by bucking cise. Then, when we are out on the trail and or even rearing. the horse thinks about bolting, we can control Leatherdale Equine Center, St. Paul, Minn. the horse’s feet. The horse is going to tell you if Getting back to Rick Lamb’s question on he is getting ready to bolt. When you are going Pre-qualify to bid in the silent auction and you can choose Funding for programs made possible Minnesota Horsemen’s Directory what to do when we are out on the trail, down the trail and the horse throws his head I explained that there are certain things up in the air like a giraffe, that action tells you your next riding partner from 22 horses representing many by the Minnesota Horse Expo Find a Stable Š List a Business we can do on the trail but only if the horse that you need to control the horse’s feet and breeds and colors, including, Lipizzan, Fjord, Paint, Pinto knows the exercise. If the horse does not not wait until the horse is trying to run away or and Quarter Horses. Meet them all and their trainers now Find a Trainer Š Look for a Job understand what he is being asked to do, it buck. I have several DVDs available that speak doesn’t make any difference how good the to the basics that riders and horses need to by following the trainer’s blogs at: Connect at rider is, the horse is not going to cooper- know to be safe on the trail. ate. What I recommend is that the action www.mnhoovedanimalrescue.org www.minnesotahorsemensdirectory.com we may need to take out on the trail must So, for a safe and pleasant ride on the trail, be started at home. In the interview, Rick we need to put some training time in with Come to the event Aug. 25 to bid or watch your favorites said, “No, Charles, you don’t understand my the horse. Sometimes we don’t like to spend as they compete for trophies, ribbons and A FREE website provided by the question. What do we do out on the trail?” I our time training our horse. When we also Minnesota Horse Council replied that we must start at home. 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Vol. 6 No. 6 About the Cover Publisher's Clipboard Walter Piehl's roots run deep into rural ND where home, Dear Readers, there will never be another Triple and move through the jungle for The family, livestock, rodeo, isolation and time led a young With the July issue we wel- Crown winner. Some horse will hours without tiring. Every sense alley Equestrian man to find a zest for art and teaching. come affiliations with the North beat the odds and get it done I possessed was heightened and Dakota Roughrider Rodeo Asso- eventually. But because of all the in tune with the environment, as Newspaper Developing his passion into a lifelong career, he melds all ciation, Horses Helping Humans, horses that are sacrificed trying though the sapo put the rhythm the elements of his western lifestyle along with historic and Minnesota Hooved Animal to find that one horse, and all the of the jungle into my blood.” Rescue Foundation (MHARF). casual fans who are driven away Paulick states, “For years the PO Box 64 folklore into the abstract expressionistic pieces he creates. These nonprofit organizations because the stars of the sport are Matses tribe had been using sapo Sabin, MN 56580 work diligently to fulfill their never more than supernovas that from tree frogs to heighten their 3 Cowgirls Florida (cover image) was a commissioned mission in the equestrian indus- flash quickly and disappear, either senses, increase stamina and give [email protected] work for a Floridian woman and represents her cowgirl try. We will support their work into the breeding shed or the them additional strength during (320) 209-8523 daughters. See more of his artwork on pages 10-11. by publicizing their activities in track ambulance.” long hunting trips.” print and on our website. Please Ford believes the pace to be Industrial labs have found posi- Piehl received the Bush Foundation's Enduring Vision check them out and participate too great for 3-year-olds and sug- tive results for a synthetic der- Owner/Publisher/Editor Award in 2008 for his "continued influence on present and in their work when possible. gests that racing utilize 4-year- morphin in Louisiana, Oklahoma Ley Bouchard future generation of artists." olds, space the races out farther and New Mexico race horses. The On the Backside than 5 weeks and promote the drug is apparently easily available [email protected] Robin Mathison, driving her mini horse Michael Martinez for CNN use of artificial insemination for over the internet. Last year, the (701) 361-8648 Gingers Painted Penny during the reports that Tempting Dash the young colts. Ford states in his Association of Racing Commis- Prairie Home Carriage Festival parade in and other horses were used in article that the horses used are sioners International added der- Shakopee, Minn.; more on page 12. an alleged money laundering mere teenagers and they carry morphin to its list of Class I drugs. Regional Sales Manager/ scheme by the Mexican cartel thousands of pounds on ballerina The suggested RCI penalty for a Los Zetas. Leader Miguel Angel legs. He feels that failure of the first offense is a minimum one- Creative Consultant What's in This Issue? Trevino Morales, 38, two of his racing industry to change will see year suspension for the trainer Tammy Finney brothers and one of their wives casual viewers of the sport leave and a $10,000 fine or 10% of the [email protected] were named in the federal in- the sidelines in favor of a more total purse, whichever is higher, 3 Bucking or Bolting on the Trail dictment. Fourteen defendants humane spectator activity. according to Paulick’s article, at (218) 790-6056 By Charles Wilhelm were charged with conspiracy In the June 20 “Paulick Report,” www.paulickreport.com. to use horse breeding and Ray wrote about the “Tree Frog Join us on Facebook for more racing to launder drug money Drug,” a dermorphin concoction news and photos during the Advertising Consultants 6 Chris Vinson Brings Techniques of the cartel. extracted from tree frogs found month, go to our website at: Kari Hagstrom Hopes of a Triple Crown win- in the South American Amazon www.theveonline.com for more to MHARF and MN EquiFest ner were dashed when “I’ll Have forests and used by the Matses photos, and see our home-page (320) 766-2620 Another” was scratched from Indian tribe. The article explains free scrolling event calendar with [email protected] the Belmont Stakes due to a that author and adventurist Peter hotlinks to your web page. 7 Dr. Getty on Selenium tendon injury. The California colt Gorman learned about the drug Pick up the August issue to read was sold to Shigeyuki Okada during a trip to the Peruvian Ama- about the popular Mounted Cow- David Olson of Big Red Farm on the Island zon in the mid-’80s. The Matses boy Shooting, fall horse camping (701) 566-3704 8-9 Impaled! of Hokkaido, Japan, and will rub the mustard-like substance and destinations, how to run a Huron, SD, is the place to be for the SD Outdoor Expo; more stand stud there after owners on a small patch of skin the size of successful production sale, and [email protected] By Faye Rudsenske meet the export requirements, on page 15 a matchhead. Gorman is quoted much more. presumably in August. about his use of the substance: Thanks for reading the FREE Tina Tamke-Boury The Triple Crown will con- “My vision, my sense of smell, ev- Valley Equestrian News! Please 10-11 The Western Artistry of tinue to elude us. What will the erything about me felt larger than patronize the advertisers in this (218) 230-1156 16-17 Horse Industry News future of horse racing bring? life, and my body felt immensely issue that make this publication Walter Piehl American Horse Council, Unwanted Bob Ford writes in an article strong. During the next few days possible. [email protected] Horse Coalition, state horse for Philly.com: “At some point, my feeling of strength didn’t Good luck with the shows! council news and more the sport of horse racing has to diminish: I could go whole days Happy Trails, Charles Schaal 12 Prairie Home Carriage Fest make a change. Not because without being hungry or thirsty, Ley Bouchard, Publisher [email protected] 18 Classified Section (507) 319-2531 14 Upcoming Events Trailering Checklist Copy Editor Support 15 19 All Hats and No Horse Final Touch Proofreading By Charles Schaal and Editing, LLC Horses Helping Humans [email protected] ND Roughrider Rodeo

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Getty, Ph.D. St. Paul, Minnesota - Donors, friends and an agility course that included a teeter totter Will July 4 Fire Go Down to the Wire? Hooved Animal Rescue learn in a circular pattern he could be haltered and Midwest Equine Agility supporters gathered Saturday, June 9 at the bridge, swimming pool and leading a horse Trainer’s Challenge being of respect, cooperation, led around and stand Association or MEAA. Leatherdale Equine Center in St. Paul to raise blindfolded. Three-story building built to their specs in 1912; held Aug. 25, 2012.will obedience and then quietly to have blood MEAA is all inclusive, it Selenium – you know your horse needs it, but supplement, with no selenium added. money for Horses Helping Humans, an equine A homesteading couple had built a farm and tilled the soil. host many trainer's who partnership. I feel this drawn and his health does not discriminate on you may be overdoing it. It’s easy to do, with assisted learning (EAL) program offered The Minnesota Horse Council sponsored the They would move to the village where there was a pleasant spot have taken rescued horses is crucial to understand checked. Since then I riding discipline; you can selenium added to just about every com- Pay attention to labels and do the calculations through Southern Valley Alliance for Bat- event along with Winnie’s Cookies, Blackwater And kindly neighbors, so they bought a vacant lot. to retrain for new homes. and practice because have work with Drew ride English, Western, mercial feed or supplement. And how much tered Women. The event included a bareback Coffee & Café, The Valley Equestrian Newspa- They would bring along some favorite equipment, of course; Chris Vinson, of 3S Ranch, to interact with horses and MHARF volunteers Australian whatever is in the grass or hay that you’re feeding? You Most supplements or feeds that contain sele- and bridleless ride by natural horsemanship per, Musical duo “Brenton & Missy”, and the They also built a small barn, for a cow and a horse. shares information about any other way can be to evaluate and train a you like; we even have can’t tell by looking at it -- selenium levels nium will have its concentration shown on the equestrians Kevin Bolf and Monica Gay (photo Midwest Equine Agility Association. Southern They’d assign the farming to their son – it was their desire; her and her training style. dangerous to both horse number of horses. bareback and inhand have no effect on the appearance, smell, or label, making it easy to make the right choices attached) as well as an agility course compe- Valley Alliance for Battered Women is a 501(c)3 They’d walked miles behind a plow – it was their turn to retire. Read about more trainers and handler/rider. When The Lippizaner mare I divisions . Also, we even the taste of the hay. Selenium content for your horse. Generally, it will be listed as tition put on by the Midwest Equine Agility nonprofit with a mission to end domestic and their experiences in working with horses we am currently training for decided we will become in soils varies according to region, alkalinity, parts per million (ppm), which is the same as Association (MEAA). violence and to assist abused women and their ATTEMPTING TO DOUSE THE BURNING HOUSE the next issue of the VEN, must begin with gaining the challenge in August a non-profit and keep and moisture conditions. In areas of drought, mg per kg (mg/kg) of feed. Here’s a simple way children. Horses Helping Humans They had chosen warm wood tones for the parlor and the living room, which is a sponsor of this the horses respect. The is Seleena a 15-year-old our entry fees low so that when the roots search deeper into the soil to calculate the number of mg of selenium offers the EAL program free of charge Added a two-sided porch and made a spot for flowers to bloom. event. sheer size and strength brood mare that had it wasn’t cost prohibitive for water, they encounter more selenium. you’re feeding: to women referred by domestic abuse Wind was blowing sparks and embers and a plume of smoke of a horse makes it been rescued from the in these economic hard Certain parts of the US and Canada typically organizations, churches and mental While the water hoses were aimed to give the house a soak. VEN: A little background imperative that they kill pen by a concerned times. have more selenium than others. The illustra- Example #1: 4 lbs of feed that contains 0.6 health providers. The program is Churches Ferry, Leeds and Minnewaukan men were aiding info about you: where respect our space. Once citizen, who then called MEAA is geared to skill tion* below gives you an idea of the selenium ppm (mg/kg) of selenium. staffed 100% by volunteers and funds The effort to save the stately house, but hopes were fading. are you from, how long a respect is accomplished Drew and asked her levels not age groups. concentration in your area. Be aware, how- Step 1: Convert 4 lbs to kg by dividing by 2.2: raised at this event go to support Trucks held limited water, so circumstances were dire. trainer, etc. through ground work as to take her and an- Level one is walk only, ever, that even if your area is considered low 4/2.2 = 1.82 kg the EAL program. For donation or They were about to lose the battle to the raging fire! well as under saddle, the other Lippizaner named this is for any division or adequate, pockets of high-selenium soils Step 2: Multiply 0.6 ppm (mg/kg) by kg of feed: program information please go to CV: I currently reside team is ready to move Maryea. Seleena was mounted or inhand. may exist throughout the region. 0.6 mg/kg X 1.82 kg = 1.09 mg of selenium http://www.southernvalleyalliance. WHERE THERE’S SMOKE, THERE’S FIRE in Boyceville, Wisc., a to the next phase which approximately 300 some Level two is walk and org/hhh or email: shannon5bruce@ The volunteer firemen fought the fire and the thick smoke. small town outside of is cooperation. This is pounds overweight trot. Level three is walk, Problems arise when your forage is already Example #2: 2 ounces of supplement contains frontiernet.net The blowing wind brought the dense plumes to them and made them choke. Menomonie. I have been when I believe a horse when she came to trot and canter. Level adequate in selenium and you add a com- 10 ppm (mg/kg) of selenium. The barn was already destroyed, so they were debating: training full time for over can be most danger- 3S-Ranch. She was not four is walk, trot, canter mercial feed or supplement that contains Step 1: Convert ounces to kg by multiplying by Could they save the huge house, though the fire was not abating? 15 years. I have ridden ous. If you look at the able to do much more and gallop. Level five additional amounts of this mineral. Therefore, .0284: 2 X .0284 = .057 kg The wind fanned the flames; the blowing embers became hotter! all my life and sometimes definition of cooperation than walk every day for a is bareback and bridle- it is always advisable to have your hay and Step 2: Multiply 10 ppm (mg/kg) by kg of They checked the tank gauges – they were running out of water! still can’t believe I wasn’t it is “willingness” as one couple weeks just to get less. We find this is pasture tested. Your local county extension supplement: 10 mg/kg X .057 kg = 0.57 mg of Firemen win and lose; this contest would go down to the wire. killed as a small child. of the meanings. If a her strong enough to much more effective at service may offer analysis services, or con- selenium They aimed the remaining water at sparks and the roof fire. My father was a horse horse is willing one day begin training. Seleena keeping people safe and sider Equi-Analytical Laboratories jockey as a sideline, he and not willing the next has moved very slowly comfortable while learn- for assistance. * This map is compiled from several maps of Spectators were treated to THE FURNITURE MOVERS SUPERHUMANLY MOVED IT would buy horses, bring this is when people can in her training due to her ing the ropes. selenium concentration across the U.S. and an extraordinary display of With a lot of human movement, despite the choking smoke, them home for me to get hurt. Once a horse physical issues, I did not At EquiFest we are Too much selenium affects hair and hooves Canada, including Cornell University, Depart- human/horse communica- The furniture was removed by some neighbors and kinfolk, test out. He would drive has practiced lessons/ want to pull a tendon or attempting to entertain ment of Animal Science; National Surveys and tion and connection as Successfully taking the household goods across the street. the truck down the road training by a compe- hurt her by working her people as well as host A consistent daily intake of elevated sele- Analysis Projects; and News Media Explorer they watched Bolf and Gay It was crucial – urgent! They hurried, due to the intense heat. while I rode the horse tent person he will get to hard too quickly. a competition so this nium levels will lead to a chronic condition Dr. Juliet Getty has taught and consulted perform some amazing We credit those brave mortals; it was danger they were braving, to see how fast it would to the place where he Seleena is currently venue is ridden only and known as alkali disease. Its signs are hair loss, on equine nutrition for more than 20 years. maneuvers on their equine To carry furniture and the possessions they were saving. go. Luckily those days is obedient even if he being ridden about 3 or a minimum of Level four. a short tail or straggly mane. Hooves will also The Getty Equine Nutrition website (www. partners including jumping A tribute to fire fighters whose stamina we admire, are long gone and I’ve doesn’t want to. This is 4 times a week, she has All other venues have all be affected – they become soft, chip easily, GettyEquineNutrition.com) offers a library of barrels through a carwash But that day, they would need extra help to beat the fire! since actually learned to when a horse knows his lost about 200 pounds the levels in them. and cracks can develop around the coronary helpful articles and previous teleseminars, and and standing on their backs ride - not just hang on job and feels compelled and is beginning to get This will be our 4th band. The reason? A change in keratin’s struc- a nutrition forum. Subscribe on the website to – all bridleless and bareback. THE WHINING, RED-LINED WATER TRUCK DELIVERS for dear life! I’ve taken to do it by having been a little muscle; her hocks year hosting obstacle ture. Keratin, the protein found in hair and her free and informative monthly e-newsletter, Chris Vinson with MEAA ex- “We’re out of water!! Any new hot spots we cannot douse. lessons whenever I can taught by repetition and and legs are doing fine challenges at the Min- hoof tissue, relies on sulfur to maintain its “Forage for Thought.” Dr. Getty’s comprehen- plained and demonstrated Everyone move back! We are about to lose that big house!” find someone I value to fairness. An obedient and I believe she will nesota EquiFest and if integrity. High amounts of selenium can take sive nutrition resource, Feed Your Horse Like An aged water truck came over the hill. The driver spoke: teach me something I horse still has his spirit continue to train out people are interested in sulfur’s place, leading to tissue breakdown. a Horse, is available for purchase through her “I was crop spraying and put the plane down when I saw the smoke. am interested in or stuck and his dignity and truly well. She is being ridden competing please go to website or at Can you guys use this water?” It was an intervention, on. I feel that we should learns to enjoy his work; in a dressage method the EquiFest website or Selenium has a very narrow range of safety Amazon.com. Or a guardian favor, that has not escaped our attention! never stop learning and only after these previous so that she continues contact me and we’ll get Dr. Getty It was determination and perfect timing we admire! maybe that’s part of the three phases can a horse to build muscle, self- you signed up! Adequate selenium is needed for muscle, serves as a They let out a shout and doused the roof, and at last put out the fire. reason I love horses so and human come to true carriage and confidence. I design the courses respiratory, and thyroid health. Too much, on distinguished Production Sale Summer Special! much….they continue to partnership. Partnership I would enjoy showing personally as well as an- the other hand, can lead to tissue damage; advisor to © 1995 Orv Alveshere, Fargo, ND teach us if we just pay at- with your horse is a jour- her in western dressage nounce during the chal- this can be avoided by maintaining a safe the Equine Let The Valley Equestrian Newspaper help promote your Summer or Fall Production Sale: tention. We learn about ney not a destination! if the opportunity arises. lenges. I design and host range. I recommend limiting total intake Sciences Quarter page B&W = $100. Full-page B&W = $380 Ask about other great deals! ourselves while we are By following the above I would like Seleena to approximately seven to no more than 0.6 ppm (mg/kg). Add up Academy and 701.361.8648 method I believe there be a solid trail horse and challenges a season and Reach our 25,000+ print and more than 17,000 online readers monthly! Got News? learning about them! all the sources of selenium, including what her articles [email protected] are many more Safe, to be able to handle ob- usually have two at 3S- naturally exists in your hay and/or pasture. on equine Share it or snail mail: VEN: What are the basics Sane & Successful horses stacles and traffic with a Ranch each year. We are A level between 1 and 3 mg per day is ideal nutrition are of 3S; how and why did and riders! calm and quiet attitude. always looking for new The VE News for an 1100 lb (500 kg) adult horse that is not internation- Reserve Ad Space Now!! with the you develop this meth- VEN: Tell us about your Tell us about the MEAA venues to host events exercised heavily. Athletes or larger breeds, ally pub- VE News Team Box 64 odology? involvement in MHARF. at the MN EquiFest. as well as new ideas for however, require slightly more -- between 3 lished. She Sabin, MN 56580 How did that come In 2008 I saw Craig obstacles. and 5 mg. is available CV: 3S MIS- about? Camerons Extreme Evaluate selenium when supplementing for individual SION: To Cowboy Race on TV and VEN: How did you get vitamin E consultations. build respect, CV: My first year at the that started it all! I au- involved with Horses Contact Dr. cooperation, MHARF trainers chal- ditioned to compete in Helping Humans? Vitamin E works with selenium as an “antioxi- Getty directly obedience lenge was in 2009. I Kansas at their EquiFest CV: I received a phone dant team.” Selenium is part of the enzyme at gettye- and partner- received and trained a and was accepted. After call from Shannon Bruce glutathione peroxidase, protecting the inside quinenutri- ship with palomino mare named the competition I met asking if I was familiar of the cell, while vitamin E guards the exterior tion@gmail. Call today! owners and Willow on whom I won and spoke with Craig with their program and cell membrane. Together, they neutral- com or (740) The Valley their equines the trail class at the and the race was on! We would I be interested in ize damaging free radicals and therefore 663-2333 Randy Isham using honest trainers challenge. Once started the north central performing an obstacle Equestrian improve immune function. Therefore, many (Eastern time 320-237-3831 communi- Drew saw how I started region of the extreme demo as fundraiser for vitamin E supplements are packaged with se- zone). Newspaper - cation and and trained horses I cowboy association and the domestic abuse pro- lenium. Look closely at the dosing guidelines. [email protected] insightful began to do sporadic ran that here for 3 years gram. I had never heard For example, if your supplement offers 500 IU or - Distributed to more techniques evaluations on horses for until we found that it of them but was more of vitamin E and 1 mg of selenium per ounce, to ensure MHARF. I was asked to just didn’t fit in with our than happy to help and and you want to supplement 2,000 IUs of Ley Bouchard than 350 locations emotion- go to the U of M on one Midwestern culture. I had a wonderful time vitamin E, you will also be feeding 4 mg of 701.361.8648 in 26 states and ally healthy occasion to halter break Because it was western performing for them at selenium! A better approach would be to first horses and a young stallion they only and fairly expensive the Leatherdale Center evaluate the selenium in your horse’s diet, [email protected] growing monthly. Safe, Sane & were not able to handle to compete, Ellen Wau- at the University of Min- and then decide on supplementation. You Successful to vet. I was able to help kon, Denise Horstman nesota at the beginning may find that all you need is a plain vitamin E riders. the colt manage his and Jerusha Steinert and of June. (See article on 3S meth- page 7.) odology The Valley Equestrian News Page 8 www.theveonline.com July 2012 The Valley Equestrian News Page 9 www.theveonline.com July 2012 Horses seem to have an insatiable tendency to New Dilemma find “trouble,” which may, perhaps, be a result Stall confinement lasted one day. Although of their infallible curiosity. Whoever said that his window opened to a paddock with two Impaled! cats are the most curious animal apparently other horses, he was upset. It was hot and never met an Arabian horse! And, that curios- humid. Even the fan couldn’t keep him cool. continued from page 8 Please read the article ity oftentimes manifests itself into various Worried that he would injury himself even remedy was started, she was amazed. His performance horse! forms of injuries that defy logic. Impaled! more, we constructed a 12 x 12 outdoor pen progression lifted the confinement ban, and Additionally, on June 7, 2012, his first born By Faye Rudsenske with pipe fencing right next to other horses. It he was returned to pasture with the other son arrived. His journey as a sire and perfor- “IMPALED” Good Fences Make Good Neighbors had a great shade tree as a canopy. It worked. yearlings! mance horse has just started… For me, with a couple dozen horses, it was At night he came in next to his buddy and was Four weeks from the initial date of injury, in this issue then visit the imperative that horses are housed with com- dividing fences were heavy duty pipe pan- its many variables, she wouldn’t guarantee the content. the wound was closed in and five weeks out, There were several factors that enabled this patible companions in separate paddocks. els with electric. Round wooden and square outcome. He also learned what a fly sheet was very we did a photo shoot with him. The flap of skin colt to recover: Early experience indicated that if horses got posts encased in plastic sleeves provided the With medication, we walked him to our quickly, along with a natural fly spray and daily that was exorcised was completely re-grown, • An amenable disposition via his pedigree THERAPY PAGE at along well with each other, there were far less structural support. Additionally, the horses front lawn, and once prone, she went to work. cleansing which wasn’t easy for him (or us!). the “hole” was gone and only a minute scar • His diet, which included HS-35, a supple- accidents and veterinarian bills. Good fences were nearly always visible from our residence The big flap of skin was excised as lack of Not only was his wound painful, but it itched was left. There was no granulated flesh or scar ment co ntaining 35 vitamins and chelated suMERELTRAInInG.coM not only make good human neighbors, but at all times. Other than minor surface scrapes blood supply had already shriveled the edges. and, by Monday, he had completely pulled tissue thanks to our treatment. He returned to minerals (www.hs35.net) are an essential part of the horse keeping during horse play, I had managed to avoid For close to hour and a half she meticulously out the huge section of muscle the vet had training in September and physically exhibited • OptiMSM (www.tripledfeeds.com) equation. Therefore, my fences consisted of major problems for several years, all of which stitched the gaping wound and inserted a stitched. On Tuesday, she spent another hour absolutely NO restrictions in his movement • The amazing STS-2 Light System (www. to learn how you could be helping strong outer perimeter fences that restricted was about to change… drain tube. Even when finished, there was a stitching him again. It was difficult because as evidenced by his unbelievable floating trot sumereltraining.com) your horses just like Faye did! neighborhood dogs and coyotes while the gaping hole. We went through two IV bags of the stitches wouldn’t hold. She did a good job, and canter! By December 2009 when he was • Miller's Equine Salve & Spray (www.equin- Trouble in Paradise but he seemed intent upon self-mutilation sold, one would have to look closely to even ewoundsalve.com) It was June 20, 2009, and within 12 hours the wound was gaping see he had sustained an injury. In fact, his new For over 10 years we have been helping a typical bright sunshiny again; there was nothing more to do since the owner couldn’t see the scar, but could feel a With the lack of information available about people help their horses perform better summer day. A quick muscle was like hamburger. slight ridge by running her finger over the site. this type of injury, I hope that by writing about errand into town was Faced with this new dilemma, I consulted He remained in training until September 2010 this incident, maybe it will help someone else. and yes, even save their lives! curtailed within minutes another veterinarian. With 40+ years under when he was shown in halter and in-hand by a phone call—one of his belt, he had seen and done just about trail classes, which he won handily. He made the yearlings was injured. everything. the long journey to his new home in Maine now we offer even more opportunity When my husband calls the “A year recovery with possible restrictive without mishap, and when he was three and for horse lovers with an incredible vet, it means BIG trouble. movement,” he confirmed. He had treated started under saddle, his new owner says he My assistant and I “flew” several such injuries during his career, and has the most incredible gaits (and disposi- home and walked into they were difficult to heal due to the injury tion) she has ever seen in her life. This despite BusInEss oPPoRTunITY an unbelievable sight. site. He suggested a neck cradle to keep him the fact the vet thought he would never be a My husband and son had from self- mutilating, but it seemed a moot managed to get the colt point now. in both animal and human markets. into a stall. He stood on Despite their dire predictions, the colt used three legs as blood dripped his leg fairly well. Thankful for his incredible from a huge wound from disposition, he tolerated treatment well. But Above: Four weeks after the injury, the wound was underneath his left front leg. I couldn’t see any improvement—not even a healing nicely (second set with stitches). A huge hunk of muscle hung tiny bit. It remained the same raw, red, angry down from an opening the size open wound and, in comparison to the photos of my fist. A four by six inch saline solution and intermittent insertions of taken the day of injury, there was no improve- Above: Just prior to leaving for his piece of skin dangled below it, sedation to keep him horizontal. I noticed a ment. new home in Maine, this photo shows almost completely severed. The small pocket of air underneath the skin of his I searched the internet in vain for informa- minimal scarring 14 months after the colt was sweating profusely and neck, and she warned me about crepitus—he tion on this type of injury. I found only one injury. by all indications was going into could puff up like a balloon if the pleural mem- tidbit of information from a study done in the shock. The vet had a 45-minute brane surrounding the lungs had been punc- UK which essentially stated t it was better to drive. Would she make it in time? tured and allowed air to seep out between his break down the scar tissue by allowing move- As the minutes ticked by, we skin and muscle. Luckily, the small “air pocket” ment. I took it to heart and doubled the size of Miller’s Equine Wound Salve & Spray sponged him off with lukewarm subsided within hours. his outdoor stall. Photography by Initial injuries (and a new unfamiliar camera) don’t show the size water, massaged his muscles Concerned about how he would come out Then I remembered something else…I Contains only pure, therapeutic grade essential oils and of the “hole” up underneath his leg, which was the size of a small and spoke softly and calmly. of the anesthesia, we kept him down and owned the Sumerel Therapy System (STS-2). Faye fist. Gradually his trembling and the calm until Five weeks after the injury, this photo shoot shows beeswax. 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He advised lems” (plural), is used since horses never just [email protected] competent, even the vet looked nylbutazone® which settings to use and Although new to many in the United have one issue. Scanning the whole horse years of results a bit apprehensive at the daunt- (bute), water warned that within minutes States, light as a healing modality is quite reveals every problem, which allows for 512-756-4647 common in Europe and other countries. more effective therapy with the ETU. Before After ing task that she faced. After her therapy and of use, the wound would Its validity has been proven in clinical tests The ETU involves safe, non-invasive red examination, her advice was to a prescription begin to drain. He recom- by the government, many universities, the and infrared pulsed light produced by LED’s HS-35 is a complete balanced supplement transport him to a surgical facility medication Five weeks after the injury, this photo shows no mended three times a day military and NASA! Unfortunately, the use (light emitting diodes). The ETU powers � All 10 essential amino acids where he could remain confined were pre- physical restriction. for 15 minutes each time. For of light therapy has virtually been ignored two Power Lights, each containing 49 LEDs. for at least 30 days to limit his scribed. Keep- me, with my work schedule, The Power Lights are completely safe, yet � in the United States. 35 vitamins & chelated minerals movement. He would, perhaps, ing the wound once a day was more feasible. Light therapy has been known to help incredibly effective in stimulating the body � Selenium yeast also have limited movement due clean, medicated, free from fly maggots and I immediately started light therapy and within enhance local blood circulation, decrease to recover or repair itself. The light is pulsed � Prebiotics & probiotics to the vast amount of muscle confinement were top priorities. 4-5 minutes the fluids starting draining down inflammation, fight infection, increase cel- at seven frequencies to provide specific � and surrounding tissue damage his leg. lular metabolism and energy production responses and does not generate heat. Biotin as well as relax muscles for effective relief Not all light therapy units on the market � Omega 3 & 6 which would only intensify with Unsolved Mystery The colt got one 15-minute light therapy of pain and stiffness. are created equal. The STS-2 is the only the scar tissue. Recovery was a With the colt stabilized and stalled, several treatment for three consecutive days, along The particular system used on the horse company that builds their units with digital Just add calories: forage, oats and free choice salt! year in her estimation. She did of us, including the vet, walked his paddock with the water therapy and Miller's Equine described in the article above is the STS-2 frequencies that allow the user to program (based on your horse’s individual needs)! not think that he would ever be looking for the culprit. There was no blood or Salve & Spray, an organic ointment and spray system, which consists of the Scanner and up to three different frequencies and three able to be ridden. hair anywhere on the ground or fence and, comprised of the 100 percent pure and natural ETU (Equine Therapy Unit). different second or minute uses at one time. Transport was out I told her. according to the vet, there should have been a therapeutic grade essential oils tea tree, euca- The Scanner allows the user to go over Secondly, the lights are pulsed at different We got your horse covered! He had been loaded in the copious amount. lyptus peppermint and rosemary in a beeswax the horse’s body, externally, and pinpoint frequencies, which is extremely important trailer once, but never hauled. The bushes at the end of the paddock did base for the ointment and an olive oil carrier physical problems. It “beeps” when it lo- as pulsed lights stimulate the body to repair He probably wouldn’t be able to not have any sharp or broken off branches. for the spray. The ointment was used at night cates a problem and the area is marked for itself. A less expensive unit may not have www.hs35.net 888-875-2425 later treatment with the ETU. The Scanner pulsed lights that can deliver TOO much withstand the trauma and stand- I, personally, walked the paddock six times. and the spray during the day, which also acted does NOT diagnose problems; it simply light and over stimulate the body. ing in a trailer for an extended Needless to say, it was frustrating and, to this as a fly repellant and kept the injury site free of locates where problems exist as well as period of time. Euthanasia? She day, remains a mystery. maggots, a big concern on hot summer days. active acupuncture points. The term “prob- www.sumereltraining.com was reluctant. In the end, we The change was remarkable! When the vet opted for the in-field surgery, re-checked him only six days after our home American made and owned! which was always risky, and, with Continued on next page The Valley Equestrian News Page 10 www.theveonline.com July 2012 The Valley Equestrian News Page 11 www.theveonline.com July 2012

ByWalter Ley Bouchard Piehl: Sweetheart of ND Rooted in Rodeo & Art n NorIn North Dakota, the name Piehl Indians, saddles. And also, since World War II near Sisseton; Wahpeton, N.D.; and produced Canada. “I ended up announcing eight years in singularly pioneered the contemporary cow- I’ve always loved maps – they are wonderful on the back and and rodeo go together like bread and was just over, there were a lot of images of WW one in St. Cloud, Minn. He supplied stock to the North Dakota Rough Rider Rodeo, but 15 boy art movement.” artworks, interesting to look at. I like to recycle I like the idea butter, so it is no surprise that Walter II and planes.” others. He did that for close to 30 years. Even years ago was the last I announced.” The Plains Art Museum in Fargo, N.D., them into the artwork. Mostly, these maps that the paint Piehl, Jr., would follow the family tradi- Growing up North Dakotan is an important into his 90s before he passed away, he had Piehl met his wife Becky in kindergarten. has Piehl’s work on permanent display and are collages that I paint over with the still life wraps around tion and place a heavy emphasis on part of Piehl’s heritage and one of which he is the last of his horses on speculation, which They started dating in high school and married describes his artistry in the following words on material. I use primer, soak the map in water and continues on rodeo in his own life, and in his life’s passion proud. His father was inducted into the North he sold at Williston, N.D., at the bucking horse after he graduated from Concordia College in their web site (http://plainsart.org/collections/ and, while wet, put it on a canvas that has the back. I only – his artwork. Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame on June 22. sale. He continued to buy until the end. He Moorhead, Minn. Not satisfied that he knew walter-piehl-jr/): been prepared with primer that is still wet, as it frame the work I Piehl was born in 1942 to Walter, Sr., and “He would consider that the greatest honor sold his bull string in the ’80s to the Figure enough about art, he continued his education “Piehl’s work has been highly respected makes a good adhesive. on paper.” Hattie (DeVries) Piehl in Marion, N.D., where of his life,” says Piehl. “He got his start as a Four Rodeo Company out of Berthold, N.D. In at the University of North Dakota in Grand within the esoteric genres of Western art, but “There is a relationship: Lewis and Clark Piehl explains his family raised cattle and horses. Like many horse buyer when farming with horses was 2006, he died. Mom died in 2007. They both Forks. is little known outside this genre. Piehl is a and some U.S. maps are directly related to the his American rural families of the time, there were few ame- changing to machinery. He bought for the would have seen [the induction into the Hall Becky and Walter have four children: Shadd, vibrant, creative artist, who has explored a subject, the maps of North Dakota, but for Minotaur series: nities. Forget the video games and electronic slaughter market. So we always had a lot of of Fame as the greatest honor they could who lives in Bismarck, N.D.; Levi, in Anchorage, variety of media and subjects. His work is often the most part, the maps are such an interest- “In the Mediter- gizmos our children grow up with; back in the horses around the place until they were sold have been involved in,” Piehl reiterated. Alaska; Crystal, in Minot, N.D.; and Dahcota, in misunderstood or, worse, ing visual element. There ranean history day, there was no electricity, indoor plumbing to the slaughter plant in Jamestown. That’s Piehl, Jr., tried his hand briefly at riding Tucson, Ariz.. Becky and Crystal have a framing, misinterpreted because of the really is not, a lot of times, there were mino- or running water. how he really got started buying and selling bucking horses and even got on a few bulls, art and jewelry shop in Minot called the Art subjects he portrays: rodeos, ... we don’t give the a symbolic relationship taurs. In college “It was a very easy way to entertain myself,” horses. Then we started going to Miles City but “it did not take me long to figure out I Main. cowboys, cowgirls, horses and between the map and the humanities class- says Piehl of his earliest artwork, “because, for rodeo and saddle prospects. Olaf Berg of was not rough stock material,” he says. One Piehl is on the faculty of Minot State Univer- its defining ephemera. Piehl’s cowgirl credit to the subject matter, and some- es, you would till I was in grade school, we did not have Kathryn, N.D., was also a horse buyer, and they day, when the announcer just didn’t show up, sity, where he has taught since 1970. creativity transcends his sub- American West, so when times it is only known to be exposed to electricity on the farm or running water, so my partnered when they went into the rodeo his father told him, “You have to announce Piehl’s artwork is part of the permanent ject. He expresses his subjects I paint someone me. Sometimes it is only the minotaur; it parents bought me a lot of lined, newsprint business. Dad bought out the Utke bulls and today because you’ve been to college.” After collection of the North Dakota Museum of Art, in a manner and style that is standing on a horse now, interesting decorative had the head of tablets like we used in school in those days. produced rodeos as far as Wheaton, N.D.; the that, he was tapped as the announcer for the where they recognize him “as one of North indicative of their active na- it is to pay tribute to ground on which to paint. a bull and body I remember filling up tablets with cowboys, eastern half of North Dakota; South Dakota, North Star Stampede in Effe, as well as one in Dakota’s senior painters and as the artist who ture, but he never descends But it is not documented. of a man, and it, into the cliché or retrograde. cowgirls. I could talk about an just as a mythical Piehl himself has been critical Walter Piehl individual piece on a map creature, seemed of an art market that merely from China and Mongolia to be a perfect seeks to replicate Remingtons because that is where stir- parallel, a symbol and Russells. Piehl demands more of his artistic rups are invented. Maps of cowboy bull expression. Curator Gordon McConnell has of Africa might be used because that’s the riders today. To written that Piehl uses color and brushwork ‘in shape of the saddle,” explains Piehl. be a cowboy, you the spirit of the 1940s Abstract Expressionists For his Cowgirl Suite 3, Piehl relates, “Old have to become [such as Jackson Pollock or Willem deKooning], photos are an inspiration. The old Wild West part of the bull. to convey the dynamics of rodeo action.’” shows with girls standing on horses and family The American Piehl’s most recent work is on exhibit at photos of girls standing on a horse to show Minotaur is the the Hotel Donaldson, downtown Fargo, N.D. off how gentle the horse is – cowboys do it American version This series, called Cowboy Stuff, is of boots also but too often we don’t give the cowgirl of the Minotaur. and saddles and still life paintings. Piehl says, credit to the American West, so when I paint I did artwork “One of the things that is quite different is someone standing on a horse now, it is to pay that had other that I am painting them over old school maps. tribute to cowgirls. The Cowgirls Florida piece symbolic versions was a of the centaurs com- with women, mission even though they did not exist in mythology. I work for created artwork that tried to draw parallels to a woman the American rodeo.” in Florida Not only is Piehl’s style unique, but so are who has the titles he gives his pieces and series. Much Create custom daugh- like discovering a different aspect of a work ters that each new time you view it – another spark of shirts using your rode and electricity, action or emotion not apparent were before – a fresh, thought-provoking glimpse of designs or photos. horse- Piehl’s work is also offered through its carefully women.” chosen title. “I Piehl shares, “One of the things I enjoyed paint on when Dad was in the rodeo business is, we stretched would get new bulls and if they bucked, we canvas. I would keep them in the string. I was the one like the that named them. Names can be very inven- idea of tive and full of character. Sometimes I will look some at a drawing and name it during it or after. I of the have a notebook full of potential names that paints on come into my head.” gallery In a documentary made for PBS, Piehl talked mount; it about the naming of his artwork and the note- stretches book he keeps with potential names. For more around information about Piehl and his artistic style, the sides see the YouTube video of that PBS special: and is “Walter Piehl: Sweetheart of the Rodeo” (http:// stapled www.youtube.com/watch?v=K1PUW7gcNeY). Embroidery Screen Printing Digital Printing 10% off of first order Free ground shipping on orders over $75. Use coupon code: 4444 www.shirtdecor.com 800-261-7957 The Valley Equestrian News Page 12 www.theveonline.com July 2012 The Valley Equestrian News Page 13 www.theveonline.com July 2012 Minnesota Whips and Wheels 4th Annual Prairie Home Carriage Festival Wild Horse Groups File Preemptive Motion for Stay From a Different to Stop Possible “Back-Door” BLM Roundup By Heidi Block The town depicts the 1890’s and has 12 town, around the grounds, up and down the and vehicles, a meal was provided for partici- Washington D.C., (WHFF) – On June 22nd, horses were not dehydrated, based on the size individual homes, a Depot, a Blacksmith, a main road, past the 1845 fur post, the 1857 pants and volunteers. Following the meal was 2012 Wild Horse Advocacy groups filed an and consistency of the samples observed. Visu- an awards presentation where ribbons were Perspective his year with the wet spring we had Warehouse, a bank, lumber yard, general store, farm, the red barn, the 1889 farm, pasture, “Emergency Motion for Stay of Threatened ally the horses exhibited no signs of dehydra- we were all beginning to wonder if town hall, church, gazebo, a picnic pavilion, and the town. We had people come and join handed out to happy participants. It turned Emergency Gather” against Director of the tion, which could include thin body condition Mother Nature was going to dry us and an overlook area to view the breathtak- us from as far away as Northern Minnesota, out to be a wonderful day with everyone hav- By Katherine Windfeather-Thompson Department of the Interior (DoI) Ken Salazar or emaciation.” out enough to be able to hold the ing Minnesota River Valley. On certain days Western Minnesota, North Dakota, and South ing a great time. Even the weather waited until and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Lauryn Wachs, of the Cloud Foundation, 4th Annual Prairie Home Carriage The Landing has their authentically furnished Dakota. There were many different breeds everyone was loaded and was on their way he bitter battle between those clinician’s part, some listeners walked out on in an attempt to “head off” what is believed also traveled to the area where the BLM claims TFestival. As it turned out the weather did buildings open and staffed with costumed of animals: Belgians, Percherons, single and home before it started to rain. We had another in favor of re-establishing horse the presentation, no longer interested in what to be an artificial emergency generated by there is no water for the horses and said, cooperate. people who recreate what life was like back team light horses, ponies, and donkeys. If they successful event and we appreciate the help slaughter facilities for practical he had to say. I had no trouble relating to how the BLM in an effort to eradicate Colorado’s “In the past week in the West Douglas Herd wanted, the participants could go through the from all of our volunteers and sponsors. reasons and those passionately they felt about such ignorance, but I also have West Douglas Wild Horse Herd and by-pass Area I observed horses accessing natural water judging for the parade while they were in their against it rages on. I have already to own that I was once that unaware myself. on-going litigation to prevent the agency from “seeps” where fresh water was flowing. It antique vehicles and period costumes. commented on this subject several The fact of the matter is that animals, particu- from doing same. was also clear there was ample water for the During the parade there was also a poker Photography by Bob Matthews times,T and I tire of the battle. However, I am larly horses, do not process emotion the same Plaintiffs Colorado Wild Horse & Burro horses as I observed four horses who were run up and down the main road. After every- compelled to add further thoughts, having way humans do, but that does not mean they Coalition, Front Range Equine Rescue, Habitat wet, obviously from rolling in mud, a sure sign one was done driving around with their horses made more recent observations regarding do not possess the capacity to feel emotion. for Horses, Cloud Foundation, Don and Toni of available water.” this heated issue. In truth, there is no wrong or Loving, well-meaning people tend to anthro- Moore, supported by Wild Horse Freedom R.T. Fitch, volunteer president of WHFF one right to either position. There are only differing pomorphize their relationships with horses, Federation, have spent years locked in a legal of the funding organizations added, levels of awareness and choices, and aware- but they are different animals altogether, just battle to prevent the BLM from furthering “This is an old Mustanger trick used by the ness is what I wish to address. as they should be. What started a huge shift their long standing goal of removing the BLM to circumvent the courts and accomplish Anna Sewell published the book Black in my own consciousness exactly 17 years entire North West Colorado wild horse herd what they have always wanted to do, wipe out Beauty in 1878, and was ahead of her time in ago was the experience of sharing the intense from their native public land. The organiza- this entire herd.” Fitch continued, “Once again stating that she wanted to raise awareness of emotional pain of a horse that had been taken tions collectively allege that they have cred- it appears that the BLM is using backroom the suffering imposed on horses. At that time, away from me – something I won’t go into ible evidence to dispute the BLM’s assertion tactics in an effort to serve their special cattle animal welfare was not the issue it has become detail about here, but trust me, it was life-alter- that a drought emergency exists in the area grazing interests who have joined them in this today, but we still – as a nation, and as humans ing, and things have not been the same for me and the horses must be removed for their fight. Private cattle stay, public wild horses go; charged with the stewardship of the creatures since. For that very reason, I have committed own safety. it’s nothing short of insanity.” we share this planet with – have a long way the remainder of this physical lifetime to edu- Last week the BLM issued two separate The battle over the West Douglas herd is to go in convincing the world’s collective cating people about this, and helping them warnings to the court that the horses were in nearly two decades old, and only through the consciousness to embrace what I believe is the resolve the physical and emotional problems distress but the Wild Horse advocacy groups efforts of concerned citizens and organizations truth. they and their horses share. decry these claims after an intensive on-site have the horses been saved from the BLM’s de- My dear friend Victor Wolf, who has written As Victor stated, “Anna Sewell, in her words, investigation and survey of the area in ques- sire to remove them all from their homelands. for the Valley Equestrian News, submitted an would have stirred people to ‘manifest sympa- tion. In 2009, concerned citizens and organizations eloquent article last year about the connection thy, kindness and understanding treatment of In his declaration to the court, local resi- won the first case in the United States against between Anna Sewell and the present-time horses,’ for she saw them not as livestock, nor dent and plaintiff Dr. Don Moore states, BLM’s practices of eliminating wild horse herds Bonnie Pilgram driving her POA mini cross Hogan across the Scurry finish line. issues concerning the plight of unwanted a food crop. Sewell saw them as our compan- “…in areas where the horses are found there when Judge Collyer set aside BLM’s 2008 horses. He made note of the fact that the issue, ions and our partners.” I say “ditto” to that, my is plenty of fresh water flowing. Some of it roundup plans. In 2010 advocates again sued Photography by Bob Matthews. on both sides, always seems to come down friend! flows underground but comes up aboveg- the BLM and the BLM withdrew its plans to to one of money – on one hand, the lack of it Having been raised in a cattle-ranching round in “seeps,” which are areas where water decimate the herd. Likewise, in 2011 the BLM We were all excited to be at our new loca- during those days. to save horses, and on the other, the need to family, I found it mind-boggling to fully realize bubbles up from freshwater springs beneath was held at bay by the advocacy groups. tion this year, The Landing, located in Shako- As our day began we started with the make it by creating jobs and a market for horse that companion animals such as dogs and the ground and which wild horses regularly pee, Minnesota. The Landing has a rich history Scurry and Trace. The Scurry consisted of a Above: Clark Anderson driving his horse Beauty during the parade through the 1890's town. meat. Oh, and lest we forget, there are political horses have soul agreements with us, and their find, access, and drink from. We saw many Wild Horse Freedom Federation (WHFF) is a reg- and was established in 1969. It was formerly cones course set up in the pasture area, which Below: Mary Block driving her team of mini donkeys Tucker and Pepito during the parade with agendas involved, especially this year. “soul intention” is to experience what uncon- seeps in the past week with a length and a istered Texas non-profit corporation with 501c3 known as the Historic Murphy’s Landing, and has an interwoven three rail fence around the vehicle display in the background. I’d like to quote Victor here, because humor ditional love is, regardless of our awareness depth sufficient to support the horses. There status. WHFF puts people between America’s is now the Minnesota River Heritage Park. The it and is next to the 1889 might ease the tension somewhat surrounding or our lack of it. It was a staggering revelation is, based on my knowledge and experience of wild equids and extinction through targeted Landing is an 88-acre living history museum farm. The Trace was a timed this subject: “One aspect of the controversy… to realize that they do so before they “evolve” this area and these horses, ample fresh water litigation against governmental agencies whose that depicts life from the 1840s to 1890s in event with three hazards in is the political correctness of words. Can horses to take on human form because to take on even though an untrained eye might not ap- documented agendas include the eradication of the Lower Minnesota River Valley. They have the meadow area located really be ‘harvested’ as if they were an edible human form is to come into this realm with a preciate the available water in the area. wild horses and burros from public, federal and authentic buildings, a scenic river trail, and an between the 1845 fur post crop, such as corn or pumpkins?” Indeed. bag over your head, completely blind to what He further states: “I observed fresh feces state lands. WHFF is funded exclusively through overlook that has a spectacular view of the and the granary. There was Demand for horse meat for human consump- unconditional love actually is! from the wild horses and determined that the the generosity of the American public. Minnesota River. They have Major Murphy’s also one hazard on the west tion has become an issue of intense focus, The simple truth is, you cannot know what Inn and ferry crossing, the Pond Grist Mill, and side of the pasture area. For whereas before the shut-down of slaughter love is unless you have experienced what it is the river overlook wall, which was constructed the duration of the event, we facilities in the United States, nobody wanted not. And what it is not is what is being done to by the Works Progress Administration (WPA). had a display, which included to talk about it very much. Carcasses were horses in so-called humane slaughter plants. Cowboy Up Ride Against Cancer It is interesting to note that there is a progres- a single seat cutter, a French shipped to “foreigners”; out of sight, out of Victor believed that in the original language of Upcoming Events sion of time from 1845 to the 1890’s as you style cutter, a Russian cariole, mind and, yes, out of conscience. Now the the Bible, the term “living soul” applied to ani- venture from east to west on the main road. carts, a miniature circus wag- market is no longer foreign; horse meat is mals as well as people. Let me quote another The first place you see is the Granary, which on, a traditional top buggy, being served on U.S. tables, and the subject is phrase from the Bible that I believe applies to is closely followed by the vast meadow. You a mini covered wagon, an a whole new can of worms, so to speak. Don’t this practice that is being re-established: “For- August 4: Dudley's Rev Up For Cowboy Up 4 then come across the 1845 Fur Post, the 1857 imported Swedish buggy, bother pardoning me for using that expres- give them, for they know not what they do.” Wheeler Run, McLeod, ND Farm, the Red Barn, the 1889 Farm with a split a spring wagon, a surrey, pha- sion; it’s a messy subject, no matter what side And may I close this article by saying how August 17: Extreme Race, McLeod, ND rail fenced in pasture, a school house located etons, and a pony Victoria. of the fence you stand on. much I miss both Victor and Anna Sewell. For across the street from the pasture, Murphy’s The display was located in a If you want to reread Victor’s excellent there are days when I feel like those of us at August 18: 8th Annual Cowboy Up Ride Against Inn Ruins, and then the town. beautiful spot, as it over- article, it’s worth going back to the March 2011 this level of awareness on this earth plane, and Cancer, McLeod, ND looked the Minnesota River issue of the VEN (www.theveonline.com/pdf/ most surely the horses headed for slaughter, 1910 Velie 2-seat Carriage Valley in the background. archive/). For now, I would just like to share are running out of time and losing this game. There was a detailed talk my own observations on how we fare today in What will it take to make the shift to a kinder, For Sale given on each of the vehicles implementing a raised awareness to make a gentler world in time? For time, too, is speed- in the display. After the positive change in how we deal with this issue ing up to the end of its purpose. Scurry and Trace it was time that is yet to be resolved. for people to hitch up their A few weeks ago I participated in the Editor’s Note: The staff of the Valley Equestrian STOP IN non-competition buggies 14th annual Western States Horse Expo in News has lost contact with Victor Wolf, also and carts and parade through Sacramento, California, as an author, animal known as Victor Abdul Nur, due to illness or TODAY! communicator and healer. It was no surprise to possibly death. Anyone reading this article who me that many people who came to talk to me might know of Victor’s condition or whereabouts, consistently possessed an elevated conscious- or have any suggestions as to how we may find NEW Online Shopping at ness and openness that was encouraging. out what has happened to him, is asked to please Visit the Valley Equestrian Web Site at: Horse enthusiasts’ perspectives have shifted contact Ley Bouchard of the Valley Equestrian www.blairviewsaddleshop.com a great deal since I started speaking at these News. 300 New & Used Saddles Plus a Complete Line of Clothing & Boots venues 15 years ago; several at this show were appalled at the attitude of one of the present- Come See Us For All Your Saddle and Tack Needs! Single or double end hitch, original www.theveonline.com ing clinicians, who was quoted as saying that wooden wheels, leather tufted seats. 1/2 Mile South of I-94 on Hwy 29, Alexandria, MN horses do not have the capacity to love, nor $2,500. 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P11D6_Wildmtnt_K The Valley Equestrian News Page 14 www.theveonline.com July 2012 The Valley Equestrian News Page 15 www.theveonline.com July 2012 Events for July and Beyond USRider encourages Families Learn Cooking Skills Call before you haul -- contact information is included in each event listed. use of pre-trip at SD Outdoor Expo June 30-July 1: Minn. North Star Paint Horse July 14-15: Barrel Racing at the Minn. Eques- MN; more information at www.wildricepeace- Club at Cannon Falls with the MPHA. trian Center in Winona, Minn. www.minneso- makers.com. By Cassandra Swanson taequestrian.com July 31-Aug. 4: Canadian National Appaloosa checklist July 4: Cowboy Up Ride Against Cancer 4th of LEXINGTON, Ky. - After several years to prevent accidental opening. HURON, SD - Saturday, June 9th at to be culinary delights and our The winners were: July 14: MN Paint Horse Assoc. 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July 15, 21, and the Open Derby has a handful of top contend- • Tires - Look for dry rot, uneven tire with other travel-related benefits to On Sunday, members of the Dutch 22 will see live racing at the Fargo oval. ers who could be Fargo-bound. Maher’s Jack wear, overall tire wear and damage. its Members through the Equestrian Oven clubs hosted a Dutch Oven The opening weekend of racing will feature Jessee, Stone Wagon and Ride Lonesome are Be sure to replace tires every 3-5 Motor Plan. 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Place a snap hook or carabiner The Valley Equestrian News Page 16 www.theveonline.com July 2012 The Valley Equestrian News Page 17 www.theveonline.com July 2012 From the Horse's Mouth: Industry News From the Horse's Mouth: Industry News UPDATE: Colorado Equine Seminar to Help Colorado USA EQUESTRIAN TRUST AWARDS WOMEN'S HORSE INDUSTRY Full Metal Jousting™ Armored The Equine Network Joins Pony Club Alumni in Moran Amendment Will Not Herpes Virus Quarantine Companies Develop Export NEARLY $240,000 IN FIRST ROUND NETWORK TO CELEBRATE All-Star Challenge to come to Unwanted Horse Coalition the Spotlight Stand. Horse Industry Will Con- Released Opportunities OF 2012 GRANTS 3RD ANNIVERSARY tinue to Build a Better Future for Taking the Reins Horse and Horse People LAKEWOOD, Colo. – Funding to support Lexington, KY — In its largest round of grant The Women's Horse Industry Network will be LAKEWOOD, Colo. – The Colorado Depart- Madison, WI, June 20, 2012 – Taking the Reins Washington, DC – June 18, 2012. The Unwant- (Lexington, KY) – The United States Pony The International Equine Business Association ment of Agriculture has released the quar- developing exports of Colorado agricultural funding to date, USA Equestrian Trust has celebrating it's 3rd year anniversary this month presented by the Midwest Horse Fair® an- ed Horse Coalition (UHC) welcomes The Equine Clubs teaches horsemanship, riding skills antine placed on a Douglas County premises products is available for 2013. A seminar on awarded nearly $240,000 to 11 equine non- and organizers could not be happier with the nounces the addition of a jousting challenge Network as a new member. The company sup- and most importantly, helps create success- The amendment accepted by the House after a case of Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1) August 15 will give insights and information profits that applied by the first of the founda- progress of the group. As a business network, to the summer event’s line up. The intense ports the UHC and its recent hands-on efforts ful adults. Recently, Pony Club alumni have Appropriations Committee isn't much of a was confirmed at the location. on how funds can help Colorado companies tion's two 2012 application deadlines. The WHIN works hard to help its members connect competition, Full Metal Jousting™ Armored to help rescues and unwanted horses. been making news. surprise, it's just a bump in the road to rees- “We are pleased with the release of the develop export opportunities and how to ap- $239,780 in grants is an increase of 21 percent with each other for more business and it has All-Star Challenge, will be held on August 17 Michael Matz, a B alumni of Berks Pony Club, tablishing humane, government-regulated quarantine; the Department responded ply for these funds. compared to 2011. That mirrored the contin- been working exceptionally well. & 18 at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, “The Equine Network is proud to be a member and trainer of 2006 Kentucky Derby winner equine processing in the United States. The quickly to control this disease. The fact that ued dramatic jump in interest in the Trust's WI. Widely acclaimed jouster, coach and of the Unwanted Horse Coalition, an organiza- Barbaro, won the Belmont Stakes on June Senate has wisely refused to include such lan- there was only one confirmed case shows In the past three years, Colorado compa- grants program, which saw applications rise "Our members love to do business with one trainer, Shane Adams, host of the Full Metal tion that is doing a great job in tackling one of 9th, with his charge Union Rags. guage in its Ag spending bill, or the Farm Bill, that the cooperative efforts of the premises nies have received 44 grants for more than 38 percent. another and we hear stories every day about Jousting™ series on HISTORY®, will spearhead the most challenging issues in our industry,” Suzanne Stettinius, a C Pony Club alumni of so we'll do what we did a year ago: remove the and Colorado’s vigilant horse owners are a $1.15 million to support marketing efforts to The Trust's leadership approved an expan- how well the group works for them. We can the tournament. said Dave Andrick, group publisher of Active Green Spring Hounds Pony Club, was named short-sighted language in conference com- vital part of disease mitigation,” said State develop or expand exports from Colorado sion of the program earlier this year, offering also tell by the high number of membership The 8-man challenge will be scored on Interest Media. to the 2012 Modern Pentathlon USA Olympic mittee should it come to that. Bottom Line Veterinarian, Dr. Keith Roehr. through the US Department of Agriculture a second grant application period for the first renewals. We have developed some really a point system, which will determine the team. According to William Stettinius, Su- - We are confident wiser heads will ultimately The affected horse was imported by a Market Access Program (MAP). These funds time in the foundation's history. Equine non- cost effective and sometimes free marketing winner of the challenge. $20,000 in prizes The Equine Network provides, creates, and zanne’s father, she got to this level because prevail. private owner from Iowa, through a transport have been used for trade shows, both in the profits have until October 8 to submit applica- vehicles for our network and they seem to also will be awarded. Each round will consist of distributes relevant content and services to of Pony Club and Tetrathlon. She went to her The Moran amendment does NOT deal company and was euthanized after showing United States and internationally, as well as tions for consideration using the Trust's easy be helping out members do more business. To two dueling jousters taking a maximum of 8 passionate horse enthusiasts while connecting first USPC National Championships in Tet- with the real issues of starving horses, or the severe neurological signs associated with the travel expenses to attend international trade online application form available at www. us, that's the name of the game," passes along the 6 ft. high list. Points will be them to each other and the marketplace. The rathlon as a 10 year old, ultimately compet- demise of the horse as a valued domestic ani- disease. Three facilities received horses from shows. Other companies have used funds trusthorses.org. states WHIN's President, Catherine Masters. determined based on strikes with a maximum Equine Network is the publisher of the award- ing in 6 Tetrathlon National Championships mal as indicated by the more than 70% drop the same transport vehicle. Horses at those for complying with labeling requirements for Those projects awarded grants were as of 10 points per pass. In addition points will winning magazines Horse&Rider, EQUUS, Dres- as a Novice Junior and Senior before trying in numbers of horses available for pleasure, facilities remain free of clinical signs of EHV-1. international markets, advertising, and a wide follows: This year WHIN has hosted several events be earned in a separate round of a timed sage Today, The Trail Rider, Spin to Win Rodeo, Pentathlon. USPC is the only organized youth sport, and work, nor does it deal with all of the “While there was limited spread of this range of promotional expenses. including the first ever WHINNY awards which Gauntlet Race. The total score will be based American Cowboy, Practical Horseman and feeder network for the sport of Modern problems that have happened to the horse disease, it could have been much worse. We AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF EQUINE PRAC- were a huge hit. The group has also published on the number of points earned minus any Horse Journal. The Equine Network also pub- Pentathlon. world as a direct result of HSUS action since encourage horse owners and event managers “I hope more Colorado companies will partici- TITIONERS FOUNDATION, INC. ($10,000) was two business directories and a mobile app deductions. lishes a proprietary line of books and DVDs for Rosie Napravnik became the first woman 2007. to always observe basic biosecurity practices pate in this program,” says Colorado Depart- awarded funding for its Laminitis Research called Horse2Go which is available for both Many of the contenders will be making sale through its store, HorseBooksEtc.com. The jockey to win the Kentucky Oaks at Churchill The Moran amendment would, in fact, such as limiting horse-to-horse contact, ment of Agriculture Commissioner John Sala- Project that unites veterinarians and horse android and apple products. their first competitive appearance since the Equine Network provides trailer insurance ser- Downs when she steered Believe You Can to increase and exacerbate these problems by separating feeding, watering and tack sup- zar. “Developing exports is critical to our state’s owners in a collaborative effort to uncover filming of the television series. Confirmed vices through its recent acquisition of USRider, victory in the 138th running of the three- rendering literally worthless hundreds of plies, and eliminating shared water sources at economy, and these funds can help companies new information about causes, prevention For additional information on the Women's jousters include: Josh Avery, Mike Edward, and is home to several websites, including Eq- year-old fillies' classic in May. Rosie is a D thousands of valuable horses as completely events to minimize transmission of all infec- develop or expand export markets.” and treatment of the crippling disease. Horse Industry Network, please visit our web- James Fairclough, Matt Hiltman, Nathan Klas- uiSearch.com, Equine.com, MyHorseDaily.com, alumni of Hunterdon Hills Pony Club. unmarketable...undoubtedly increasing the tious diseases,” continued Roehr. site or call (615) 730-7833. sen, Joe McKinley and Rope Myers. DiscoverHorses.com, AmericanCowboy.com The United States Equestrian Federation burden on local agencies and taxpayers to EHV-1 is not transmissible to people; it can The Colorado Department of Agriculture is AMERICAN DRIVING SOCIETY, INC. ($45,000) The first round of the competition will and Horse-Journal.com. For more information, (USEF) just named horse and rider combina- deal with them...a loss and a cost, includ- be a serious disease of horses that can cause hosting a seminar in Lakewood from 10am was awarded funding to assist in an effort to begin at 6:00 pm on Friday, August 17 in visit www.aimmedia.com/en.html. tions to the Short List for the 2012 Olympic ing thousands of equine jobs, that would far respiratory, neurologic disease and death. until 1pm on August 15, with speakers from upgrade an equine facility in Illinois that has the Veterans Memorial Coliseum. A general Games Eventing team. It is no surprise that exceed the potential revenue to every level of The most common way for EHV-1 to spread the Western US Agricultural Trade Associa- been donated to a local governmental body. admission Taking the Reins event ticket is “The UHC is proud to have The Equine Network many riders listed have Pony Club back- government generated by normal commerce is by direct horse-to-horse contact. The virus tion (WUSATA), to discuss how available funds The goal is to restore and preserve the more required to view the preliminary round. on board. With the help of their fantastic team, grounds. Eight of the 11 riders named to the and a free market. can also spread through the air, contaminated can assist exporting efforts. The “Support for than 600 acres and allow it to again play host The rivalry will continue on Saturday, website, and marketing initiatives, we have short list belonged to a Pony Club. It is sad that opponents of equine process- tack and equipment, clothing and hands. Exporting Seminar” will focus on a wide range to events including local, national and inter- August 18 at 7:00 pm during the not-to-be- joined forces to create A Home for Every Horse, Tiana Coudray on Ringwood Magister – A, ing contend it's okay to euthanize an un- The common vaccines available for EHV-1 of products including foodservice products, national eventing, dressage and combined missed championship round. Prizes and guest a universal site where rescues can list their Santa Rosa Valley wanted horse, but it's not okay to use exactly immunization do not protect against the ingredients, natural/health, nursery, nutraceu- driving. appearances will add to Saturday evening’s horses available for adoption,” said Ericka Cas- Buck Davidson on BallyNoe Castle RM – UR. the same methods to do so under a USDA- neurological form of EHV-1 disease which is tical, organic, pet food and products, produce, NEW YORK HORSE PARK, INC. ($50,000) sought extreme performance. A separate ticket is lin, director of the Unwanted Horse Coalition. Mr. Stewart’s Cheshire Foxhounds regulated, modern and humane system that commonly called equine herpesvirus myelo- and retail products. The seminar will cover AMERICAN MORGAN HORSE ASSOCIATION funds to develop a master plan to build the required for Full Metal Jousting™ Armored “We look forward to expanding the program Phillip Dutton on Fernhill Eagle – A, Nyngan, allows the horse to provide economic value to encephalopathy (EHM). These immunizations topics including understanding if your product ($27,235) was awarded funding for its youth expansive New York Horse Park in Saratoga All-Star Challenge on Saturday, August 18. along with The Equine Network, and helping New South Wales the farmer/owner and high grade protein to do protect against the respiratory and abor- is ready for export, identifying funding avail- equitation medal classes and "Youth of the Springs. Reserved-seat tickets will be for sale for more rescues and horses in need.” For informa- Phillip Dutton on Mighty Nice the ultimate purchaser of horse meat, whether tion forms of the disease. The vaccines are able for international marketing activities and Year" programs. $10.00 and $15.00 beginning Wednesday, tion about joining A Home for Every Horse, Phillip Dutton on Mystery Whisper here or abroad. thought to reduce the shedding of the virus promotions, and how funds help in exhibiting SACRAMENTO HUNTER JUMPER ASSOCIATION June 27, 2012 at 10:00 am through Ticketmas- please visit www.ahomeforeveryhorse.com. Sinead Halpin on Manoir de Carneville – C, Jim Moran of Virginia is an "inside the and may decrease the amount of circulat- at international and domestic trade shows. AMERICAN SADDLEBRED HORSE ASSOCIA- ($5,000) was awarded funding to offer a free ter (www.ticketmaster.com). The Coliseum Palmetto beltway congressman" doing the bidding of ing virus in the system of infected horses; TION ($27,000) was awarded funding to help training clinic to its members, who are entry- will be cleared before the competition and The Unwanted Horse Coalition is a broad alli- Boyd Martin on Neville Bardos – A, Forest Hill the largest, most aggressive political animal therefore, vaccinations prior to exposure may Food and agricultural companies cur- redesign its database of registered Saddle- level exhibitors and low-budget owners. spectators must have a ticket to re-enter. ance of equine organizations that have joined , Australia rights organization-yet another Washington help reduce the severity of infection. Horse rently exporting or interested in developing breds, members, competitions and show Throughout the weekend, attendees together under the umbrella of the American Boyd Martin on Otis Barbotiere Boyd Martin D.C. special interest group raising money by owners should consult with a veterinarian to international markets are invited to attend. results, as well as upgrade its website. UNITED STATES EQUESTRIAN FEDERATION'S will have the opportunity to meet with the Horse Council. The Coalition’s mission is to on Remington XXV vilifying the hard-working, honest, taxpay- determine the best vaccination and treatment Pre-registration is required and the fee is $25 EQUINE HEALTH RESEARCH FUND ($46,190) competitors and host, Shane Adams, to learn reduce the number of unwanted horses and to Clark Montgomery Loughan Glen – UR, ing agricultural people of America. While it is strategy for their horses. per person, which includes lunch. For more CANTER OF PENNSYLVANIA ($1,500) was was awarded funding for research into ortho- more about this up and coming extreme improve their welfare through education and Brazos Valley clear that Jim Moran, HSUS, and a few urban information or to register, visit www.wusata. awarded funding to offer three $500 edu- pedic diseases and recurrent airway obstruc- sport. the efforts of organizations committed to the Karen O'Connor on Mr. Medicott- A, Groton members do not understand the welfare of Additional Resources: org/BrandedSeminarCO. Visit the Services sec- cational scholarships for United States Pony tion. health, safety, and responsible care and dispo- Allison Springer on Arthur – A, Fox River horses or the economics of rural America, we • A Guide To tion to learn about program basics and how to Club riders who are residents of Pennsylvania sition of these horses. Valley are confident that the Senate will stand firm Understanding the qualify. and compete with retired Thoroughbreds. The UNITED STATES PONY CLUB, INC. ($9,855) has "The Pony Club alumni we list here are by for horse owners. Neurologic Form of International marketing specialists are avail- organization's goal is to further develop the proposed creating a traveling display that will no way the only former Pony Club members Already there are plans in 18 states and EHV Infection able at the Colorado Department of Agricul- skills of riders and their off-track Thorough- serve as an interactive, educational experience who go on to successful careers with horses.” 12 tribal nations to build modern processing • USDA Animal ture to assist in beginning and expanding breds through the assistance of professional for children. The goal is to generate interest in stated Kevin Price, CEO of the United States plants; USDA has already received applications Plant Health Colorado’s export markets. Assistance includes trainers and other educational opportunities. horses and ponies and to drive more visitors to Pony Club. Congratulations to all of our for slaughter certification and more are in the Inspection Service training for export operations, assessment the Kentucky Horse Park and its Kids Barn. alumni who continue representing Pony pipeline. Resources of market options, international finance and CONSERVATION TRUST FOR FLORIDA, INC. Club both inside and outside the equine • American Assoc. accessing USDA funding support for exporters. ($8,000) applied for funding to host a one- To find out more about USA Equestrian Trust community. What You Can Do... of Equine Practitio- For more information, visit www.coloradoag- day workshop for attorneys, appraisers and and its programs, or to apply for the next Continue to contact your Senators and U.S. ners Fact Sheet riculture.com/exporter, call (303) 239-4118 or accountants on land conservation options round of grants, visit the Trust's website at Representatives. Attend their campaign events e-mail [email protected]. and conservation easements. The organiza- www.trusthorses.org. About Pony Club - The United States Pony and town hall meetings. Meet with them in tion's goal is protecting horse farms and the About USA Equestrian Trust Clubs, Inc. (Pony Club) was founded in 1954 person whenever you can. Call their offices horse farm lifestyle for future generations USA Equestrian Trust is a New York Not-for- as a nonprofit national youth organization and talk to their Agricultural staffers. Be polite. by educating landowners about conserva- Profit Corporation whose mission is to assist to teach riding and horsemanship through Be concise. Tell them your story, and why this tion methods and by assisting them in in preserving and/or enhancing the quality The Valley Equestrian Newspaper loves older horses! a formal educational program. Many of the is so important to protect the overall welfare protecting their land. of equestrian sport in the United States of nation’s top equestrians, including many of our of horses, and to ensure the sustainability of America. Its objects and purposes are exclu- Tell us about yours! Olympic team members and many business our horseback culture. Talk about the loss of Stories From YOUR Valley! MORRIS ANIMAL FOUNDATION sively charitable, educational, and dedicated professionals, government leaders and career private property rights, jobs and livelihoods ($10,000) was awarded funding for Send a photo and description (short or long) of your old horse 4H, WSCA, IHSA, Collegiate, Saddle Clubs, Breed Organizations, and more ... to the fostering of equestrian sports. The Trust military officers, have roots in Pony Club. Youth lost, and the sad and totally unnecessary and research into equine herpesvirus, a is a private foundation pursuant to the United (age 25 or 30+) for publication in an upcoming issue members range in age from as young as 4 wasteful loss of valuable animals. Talk about send us your NEWS! devastating disease that can cause States Internal Revenue Code of 1986, and a through age 25, and include adult members of your hope for a better future and what real abortions and severe neurological Sustaining Affiliate of United States Equestrian of the Valley Equestrian Newspaper. the Horsemasters Program. There are approxi- compassion means. diseases. Federation (USEF), the National Governing Email: [email protected] or mately 10,000 members in 600 clubs and riding Here is a link to contact information for Body for equestrian sport in the United States. mail a photo (with stamped returned envelope) to: centers in 43 regions throughout the country. every member of Congress - http://www. Visit the website for more information. [email protected] The VEN, PO Box 64, Sabin, MN 56580 contactingthecongress.org/ The Valley Equestrian News Page 18 www.theveonline.com July 2012 The Valley Equestrian News Page 1 www.theveonline.com July 2012 VEN Classified Advertising All Hat And No Horse ND Roughrider Assoc. June Results he ND Rough Rider Association competed June 12, 2012 Steer Wrestling: at White Earth. (# of youth) participated in this monthly 1 Ron Schenk Joliet, MT 6.3 Permit $274.40 Country Home For Sale by Owner ( 218-962-3401) Siouxland Youth Shooting Trodeo event. For more information visit our web site at: 2 Kris Mortenson Souris 6.6 350 pts. $205.80 http://www.roughriderrodeo.com 3 Austin Maier Elgin 6.7 300 pts. $137.20 By Charles Schaal 27047 - 90th Ave N on County 26, One Mile East of Hitterdal, MN, Club in Need of Shotguns Bareback: Jr. Steer Wrestling: 1 Jordan Pelton Halliday 75 400 pts. $292.80 1 Lane Dahl Sawyer 8.2 400 pts. $165.00 Built in 1958 with addition added in 1998 and many updates------rowing up in South Texas there was a term for a fella The Siouxland Youth Shooting Organiza- 2 Tate Schwagler Mandan 68 350 pts. $219.60 Jr. Bull Riding: who was “all hat and no horse,” a cowboy "wannabe." 3 bedroom, 1 bath, familyroom, livingroom and unattached tion, an associate of 4H Shooting Sports are 3 Blake Smith Zap 67 300 pts. $146.40 1 Dylan Stewart Rolla 70 400 pts. $131.00 He was a "Drugstore Cowboy." short shotguns! Particularly, they are short on Jr. Bareback: No entries 2 Nick Andres Medina 66 350 pts. $78.60 oversized 2 stall garage -- 5.56 Acres, $229,900.00------The countryside was crawling with pickup trucks “short” shotguns. Over a dozen new mem- Calf Roping: 3 Devin Boltz Belfield 63 300 pts. $52.40 bers have joined the club this year, and many sportingG loaded gun racks, cafés with full hat hooks and Lots of room to add horse barn or other buildings if needed. 1 Jamie Guttormson Velva 10.7 400 pts. $336.80 Goat Tying: veterinarians who considered a cat a waste of time. You saw of these youngsters need smaller youth guns. 2 Kelly Eggl Minot 11.8 350 pts. $252.60 1 Hope Peterson Velva 11.0 400 pts. $216.00 lots of guys with boots, jeans, and western belts. Their shirts SYSO has been training South Dakota youth 3 Preston Billadeau Parshall 12.2 300 pts. $168.40 2 Whitney Eckroth Flasher 11.2 350 pts. $162.00 had snaps and there was a circle worn in a hip pocket of their in gun safety and sportsmanship for years, Jr. Calf Roping: 3 Sarah Guenzler McClusky 11.8 300 pts. $108.00 jeans. and practices at the Sioux Falls Izaacs Walton 1 Garrett Dockter Denhoff 12.3 400 pts. $225.00 Jr. Goat Tying: Herd Reduction The old hands had several ways of tagging a guy as "all hat League Thursday evenings from 6:30pm-8pm. Breakaway: 1 Calby Hanson Jamestown 11.4 400 pts. $174.00 Foundation Quarter Horse and no horse." One was checking their boots. There were two Ranch Rodeo 1 Jordyn Schaefer DesLacs 4.2 400 pts. $444.80 2 Jordyn Schaefer DesLacs 11.9 350 pts. $130.50 ways of doing it. Since it was too inconvenient to hoist a leg Mares for Sale The SYSO is certain there are folks out there 2 Laura Weishoff Ray 4.8 350 pts. $333.60 3/4 Savana Meyer Stanley 12.2 275 pts. $65.25 up to check whether the shank was pegged or glued, the best (Doc Bar, Three with youth guns sitting unused in their cabi- 3 Lynn Schaper Halliday 4.9 300 pts. $222.40 3/4 Cydney Peterson Minot 12.2 275 pts. $65.25 test boiled down to one observation. When you looked at the nets, so we are currently seeking some loaner Jr. Breakaway: Team Roping: July 28th 11 a.m. Bars, King, boot, if the cow manure wasn't on the outside, it most assur- youth guns or donations of shotguns. If you 1 Calby Hanson Jamestown 3.7 400 pts. $222.00 1 Dale Hall New Town 7.0 400 pts. $466.03 edly filled the inside. Leo and Poco have a shotgun that might work for the club, 2 Laine Hanson Jamestown 4.1 350 pts. $166.50 1 Tiny Bradford White Hall, MT 7.0 400 pts. $466.03 Teams of 3 people, I never will forget a Sunday morning when I was visiting please call Lou at 605.332.7378 or Andy at 3 Cole Peterson DesLacs 6.4 300 pts. $111.00 2 Wyatt Eckroth Flasher 8.0 350 pts. $385.68 Bueno) my wife's home church. A local who left for the big city years one female cell 351-7405. Donations are tax deductible, Saddle Bronc: 2 Josh Hodge Makoti 8.0 Permit $385.68 mostly before showed up for services. The first reaction I had when I and loaner guns will be properly cared for, 1 Brent Vigen Adams 73 400 pts. $543.60 3/4 Brandon Knudsen Marion 8.5 275 pts. $265.16 saw him was that Charlie Daniels had come to town. Compete in 6 events used as brood cleaned, and kept in the club’s gun safe during 2 Devin Burghart Mandan 69 350 pts. $362.40 3/4 Mitch Smith Valley City 8.5 275 pts. $265.16 He had a new pair of Levis, a white Western shirt, a pair of the season and returned on request. Both 12’s Jr. Saddle Bronc: 3/4 A.J. Zieman Sheyenne 8.5 275 pts. $265.16 mares, acceptable black boots, a more than ample girth with a full If you don’t have a team we and 20’s can be used. 1 Taylor Buchholz Ft. Ransom 64 400 pts. $246.00 3/4 Luke Morast Halliday 8.5 275 pts. $265.16 face of chin whiskers. He topped the whole western look with price Barrel Race: Bull Riding: a hat carrying a brim that would make the front porch on an will help you find one. negotiable; If your youngsters are interested in partici- 1 Jori Gjermundson Marshall 15.234 400 pts. $443.70 1 Cody Breuer Mandan 79 400 pts. $630.60 antebellum home proud. pating, come to the Sioux Falls Izaac Walton 2 Candace Schenk Joliet, MT 15.815 Permit $367.20 2 Jake Tescher Medora 66 350 pts. $420.40 Standing next to a local rancher, I remember watching as 15 team limit so enter early League Thursday evenings, or call the above 3 Stacy Cahoon Stanton 15.891 300 pts. $290.70 Mixed Team Roping: the young man got out of his car and began to walk across the phone numbers. Jr. Barrel Race: Youth and Adult Division parking lot to the front door of the church. The old cowboy 1 Vanessa Volk Linton 16.742 400 pts. $144.00 1 Dylan Hennessy DesLacs 9.1 400 pts. $178.00 218-790-1790 standing next to me began to laugh. He slid down the wall 2 Cydney Peterson Minot 16.817 350 pts. $108.00 1 Ethan Hennessy DesLacs 9.1 400 pts. $178.00 Donald E. Jensen ‘till his bottom was on the floor. That was about the clearest 3 Lakyn Bruhn Berthold 17.126 300 pts. $72.00 2 Courtney Roshau Dickinson 10.6 350 pts. $133.50 picture I ever got of what "real hands" thought about a drug- 1033 410th Street, Novice Barrel Race: 2 Patrick Monson Medora 10.6 350 pts. $133.50 Standing at Stud Colorado State Fair is Ready to store cowboy. He saw through the regalia and pegged the 3 Hughie Ulberg Berthold 13.3 300 pts. $89.00 young man as wishing he was living home on the family place 1 Madison Smith Epping 16.633 400 pts. $108.00 3 Jed Brown Blaisdell 13.3 300 pts. $89.00 Ulen, MN 56585 Help Victims of the instead of in the city. Reminic Colonel 2 Kennedi Fladeland Stanley 17.258 350 pts. $81.00 Senior Breakaway: Through the years I’ve learned a more reliable test to iden- 218-584-8441 for details Out of an own daughter of Triple Colonel by Colonel Waldo Canyon Fire 3 Tess Mortenson Souris 17.922 300 pts. $54.00 1 Terry Brandt, McLaughlin, SD 3.6 400 pts. $205.00 tify a cowboy. I learned being a real cowboy has nothing to do 2 Don Ell Williston 4.8 350 pts. $123.00 with what you ride, what you wear or what you chew. Being a PUEBLO, Colo.- The Colorado State Fair is prepared to house 3 Todd Brown Blaisdell 7.3 300 pts. $82.00 Freckles, Sired by a son of Reminic by Doc’s Remedy cowboy has to do with who you are. Can you be trusted in a people, livestock, and pets that have been displaced by the scrape? Are you going to be there when the "thick gits thin?" Contact Waldo Canyon Fire. Lennis Buscho Can someone look you in the eye and see you looking back? Morristown, MN When Paul wrote to the Philippians while he was locked up, “We communicated with the Red Cross on Tuesday about this the only reality he cared about was whether those reading his Advertisers' Index devastating fire and how the Colorado State Fair could help; letters were prepared to face the world with their eyes fixed we have offered our 4H and FFA dormitories for those who (507) 271-1714 on the cross. Paul understood that nothing kept a person Advertiser Page No. have been evacuated and our fairgrounds to house pets and grounded like knowing the sacrifice was worth the price. He Reach Your Market livestock,” said General Manager, Chris Wiseman. “This fire will said even the guards knew his imprisonment was for the have far-reaching and long-lasting effects; it is important for benefit of the Father. 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