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2 www.horsesall.com | MAY 2012 Volume 35 • Number 5 • May 2012 CONTENTS www.horsesall.com Editor: 6 8 10 11 Craig Couillard [email protected] (403) 200-1019 Field Editor Crystal McPeak [email protected] (403) 360-3210 Field Editor Natalie Sorkilmo [email protected] Grooming for success: Silversmith Scott Hardy & Pryor Mustangs: 10 great hometown rodeos (403) 608-2238 The life of a show jumper groom Stampede centennial buckles Magic on the mountain to check out Sales Account Manager Crystal McPeak 12 14 16 18 [email protected] (866) 385-3669 (toll free) Sales Account Manager Natalie Sorkilmo [email protected] (403) 608-2238 Special Projects – Glacier Ag Media Tom Mumby [email protected] (780) 459-5464 Awww Schuks: BC cowgirls Iconic maker of the white 10 summer horse camps Husband and wife team Publisher: take home top awards still going strong to send your kids rescue 400 horses Bob Willcox [email protected] 20 23 25 26 This month’s contributors: Jaime Thomas, Terri McKinney, Cindy Bablitz, April Clay, Aimee Benoit, Wendy Dudley, Dianne Finstad, Heather Grovet, Robyn Moore, Amie Peck, Jody Seeley, Glenn Stewart, Carol Upton, and Mag Mawhinney.

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MAY 2012 | www.horsesall.com 3 HORSE SENSE

Two-bits from a two-bit cowboy By Mag Mawhinney Rhymes from the Range Craig Couillard – Editor Cowboy poetry “Don’t get me talkin’ about horses,” he said, With an all-knowing look in his eye. ll breeds — all disciplines. But we plan to continue our tradition “You never use force when you’re breakin’ a horse That’s what Horses All has of all breeds — all disciplines. However And I’m gonna tell you just why. been about for 35 years. we will also be responding to the demo- Don’t think for a minute that buckin’ them out Our parent company, Glacier graphics previously stated. Last fall we Is gonna take the wild from a colt. MediaA Group/FBC Communications pur- made a sharp shift to our western roots When he leaves the corral, just as sure as hell, chased Horses All about 4 years ago. They without losing sight of the other disci- He’ll give you one helluva jolt. have been extremely successful with our plines. And it takes a lot more than whisperin’ words sister publications such as The Western Our team is also focused on our sim- To penetrate the depth of his pride Producer, Canadian Cattleman, Alberta ple mission statement — Inspired by And let it be said, to get into his head, Farmer Express, Grainews, and Wheel & Deal people and horses. That’s why you are see- Keep patience and time on your side. to name a few. ing more articles about people, horses, I joined the team a year ago and trav- places, and events. And not just about First, you sidle up real close to his shoulder And you sweet talk them, gentle and slow, elled extensively visiting our advertisers, the Pros, but also the Joes — the large Line up with his eye and he’ll know, by ‘n by and also our readers at various horse majority of us who ride because we sim- You’re really a friend, not a foe. events. We were told over and over to get ply love it. back to our western roots. Since we have such broad demo- Then take them away from the rest of the herd And pen them somewhere, all alone. A meeting with Les Burwash of Alberta graphics, we have a treasure trove of See… horses are smart, but to get a good start, Agriculture confirmed those sentiments. ideas to explore and write about. I believe They’ve gotta learn to think on their own. He explained that of the approximate most horseman love a good story… 200,000 horses in Alberta, roughly 75 per whether it’s about a heavy horse or a bar- You start sackin’ them out when he’s three years old cent were ridden western, 25 per cent rel racer, champion show jumper or an So he’s used to some weight on his hide, Then add on a pack, hitched high on his back, English. inspiring endurance rider. Virtually eve- But still he ain’t ready to ride. He also estimated that 10 per cent of ryone with a horse has an interesting the horses in Alberta are ridden competi- story, and we are working hard to find You gotta lead them way up past the treeline, tively, the remaining 90 per cent ridden them. We welcome your ideas. Make them climb till he’s plumb tuckered out, Then take my advice, if done more than twice, for recreational and ranching purposes, or We have tripled our distribution to You’ll saddle them up with no doubt. simply standing in a field somewhere. 20,000 mail boxes, giving Horses All the The other interesting fact I recently largest distribution of any horse publica- I’ve been trainin’ horses for many long years learned was that 75 per cent of horse tion in western Canada. And we remain And I’ll give you my best guarantee — owners in Alberta are women. one of the last publications to publish a Though you both play a role in trust and control, I suspect the other Prairie provinces monthly magazine. Respectin’ each other’s the key.” would track along similar lines to these And you know what? All of these Now living on Vancouver Island, Mag Mawhinney’s poetry and love of the west statistics. improvements seem to be working. We are influenced by her roots in BC’s Cariboo country, where she grew up in the Every business has to have a unique are receiving a lot of positive feedback COM

heart of homestead and ranch country. She has been writing and performing . selling proposition, and Horses All is no from our readers, and our advertisers cowboy poetry for over 10 years; her most recent book is Dreams of Fast different. The horse magazine market is appreciate our new editorial con- tent and expanded distribution. Horses. Horse Sense appears in her upcoming book/CD project, Western Spirit.

quite crowded. Some of our competitors THINKSTOCK www.magmawhinney.com have a high-end western focus. Others People and horses — a pretty simple focus primarily on the English disci- formula. We hope you enjoy the re- plines, and some just . focused and re-energized Horses All.

City kids win a at Special Looking back Images from yesteryear Children’s Day planned for Centennial celebration

By Aimee Benoit, Calgary Stampede Archivist

t’s Friday morning, July 13, 1945. Ten years old, you are one of 23,000 kids and their parents packed into the CalgaryI Stampede’s Grandstand on Children’s Day. You have a ticket stub clutched in your and butterflies in your stomach as you await the grand prize draw. You were among the crowds of people who watched the pony pass by in the Stampede Parade — the beautiful little pony they are about to give away — and you are hop- ing with fingers crossed that your number will be called. From the 1930s to ’50s, several lucky children did win the pony, probably much to their parents’ dismay! The draw began in 1931 as part of the Grand Live Stock Review, which later morphed into Children’s Day. Local businessmen including Pat Burns, one of the Calgary Stampede founders, donated prizes for the event; in 1945 these included two , two dogs, a wristwatch and three sows. CALGARY STAMPEDE PHOTO Calgarians who were children at Local businessmen including Pat Burns, one of the Calgary Stampede founders, donated prizes to give away; in 1945 these included two ponies. the time remember the sting of jealousy when neighbours or class- Some winners kept the ani- city, and bicycles soon replaced Stampede today. BMO Kids’ a.m. - 9 a.m. for children. You mates won the coveted prize pony. mal for a few days in a garage or ponies as the grand prize at Day will take place Wednesday, won’t see any ponies given away, Certainly every little cowboy or back yard. But for most urban Children’s Day — not quite as July 11, 2012 as part of this year’s but there is sure to be lots of fun cowgirl dreamed of owning a pony children, the dream was short- thrilling but perhaps more prac- Centennial Stampede, and will for the whole family. to ride; however the reality of keep- lived until a more suitable home tical for city kids. feature a free breakfast, a free For more information, go ing it would have been a bit more was found. By the mid-1950s, A special day is still set-aside Morning Show in the Grandstand, to www.calgarystampede. complicated. bylaws restricted livestock in the for children at the Calgary and free Park admission from 6 com. 

4 www.horsesall.com | MAY 2012 cowboy’s legacy includes CFR and Calgary Stampede titles Where are they now? Roger Lacasse to be inducted into Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame

By Dianne Finstad just turned 49. “I won the first round at St. Tite last fall, but et’s rock ’n roll, boys!” then on the next horse I blew With that trademark the bicep in my right arm and signal, the chute gate tore the ligaments. So I think would open and rodeo I’m done riding. But I might fansL would be treated to eight get on one next year when I’m seconds of unbridled excite- 50, just to impress myself,” he ment, as bareback rider Roger declared. Lacasse would lay way back, “I’m still riding like a kid. and the daylights out of My best year was when I was whatever they’d run under 35, but my body is saying, him. Roger you should quit. But I The much-loved competitor still love it.” who made his Along with seeing rodeo adopted home proved that from the judge’s perspective, “cowboy” isn’t where you’re he’s also viewing the sport from, it’s what’s inside you. from behind the chutes as a Growing up in rural Quebec, “rodeo Dad,” with all three of with a love of horses and a his children sharing his love desire to rodeo, Lacasse made for the sport. his way west and carved a place “I get more nervous for them in pro rodeo history. He single- than when I was riding!” handedly did more to promote The oldest, Spur, is well an appreciation for French along the trail in his father’s Canadians in the west than a boot steps. truckload of politicians. “He’s turning 19. He was out Lacasse’s talent with his in Calgary this winter, and bareback rigging earned him practicing at the Olds College 14 trips to the nights. I might lose him Rodeo. There he walked away pretty quick if he keeps doing twice with the Canadian what he’s doing. I give him my Champion’s buckle, in 1998, passion, and he’s learning pretty and again in 2004. good so far. A lot of people say He won the $50,000 at the our riding styles look the same. Calgary Stampede. And he still I tried to teach him different, to holds the record for CFR earn- be straight. But I did not ride ings in a single event, when he square, and it worked for me. I won $48,631 in 2004. just would lay back and give ’er p h o t o c r e d i t : m i k e c o p e m a n With a resume like that, hard every time.” Roger Lacasse on one of his winning ride on his way to the 2004 Canadian Finals Rodeo bareback probably the only person sur- “Spur keeps busy roofing championship. prised by a call he got this with me. He wanted to stay out spring was Lacasse himself. west and rodeo this year, but I told him to bring his butt back “Then two years ago, my rodeo dream, it makes him rodeo. I went to Brazil five here. He’s not ready yet. He’ll retirement at St. Tite. They proud. times, Africa and Italy, all with get the green light, but not brought me into the middle of “He’s really good at school, rodeo. It’s pretty neat.” yet.” the arena and told a story so I thought he should go on Lacasse will be officially “I just would lay back and “Cheyenne is 14, and she about Roger. It made me think to university, but he wants to inducted into the Canadian carries the flags at every rodeo, I cannot quit, I have to get be just like his Dad. His mother Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame, along give ‘er hard every time.” and she wants to get into bar- back on!” told him, look your Dad got to with this year’s other hono- rel racing. Cash is soon 12, and As Roger Lacasse watches his see the world riding bareback r e e s , O c t o b e r 2 0 t h i n — Roger Lacasse he’s riding steers.” son pursuing the same kind of horses. I’ve been so blessed in Calgary. t Lacasse put his roofing and rodeo earnings towards what he calls a beautiful ranch at Mirabel, with a bit of land, Manage your Pasture & Enhance your Real Estate “It was a Saturday night and where he keeps three horses, I was home by myself when and does sleigh rides in the Lester phoned to say I was wintertime. For Happy Healthy Horses being inducted into the Lacasse is a hero in “la belle Photo: Courtesy of White House Stables, Victoria, BC Canadian Rodeo Hall of Fame. province,” and has inspired “ Colt & Mare” I was in shock,” he revealed.“It’s other young eastern cowboys incredible.” to want to ride horses Large Selection of 110v. Canadian Pro Rodeo Hall of as well. Battery & Solar Fence ASK FOR A Fame President Lester Gurnett “Rodeo is getting bigger and Controllers Versatile 110v. or 12v. got to deliver the good news to bigger out here, with more kids CATALOGUE Battery operated Lacasse, whose home now is in getting involved. The circuit is We will be at the Mirabel, Quebec. There, Lacasse looking really good. The rodeo O.K. Breeders Show, is close to family, and runs a schools attract a lot of young Armstrong Fairgrounds, B.C. Huge Selection of Portable successful roofing company kids. Some get addicted to it May 12TH - 13TH 1.5” Wide White, Brown & Black c a l l e d , f i t t i n g l y, R o g e r ’s and some don’t. But there’s a Posts in 4 ft & 5 ft high, 3/4” Wide White and White, Green & Black Roofing. nice crew coming along that After many years of fi ghting with 4” Wide White ElectroTape Rail “When I first started rodeo- will head west soon. 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MAY 2012 | www.horsesall.com 5 Grooming for Success:

Women of the west The life of a show jumper groom Personal profile Stefania Sieferling works hard behind the scenes

By Jaime Thomas and travels with the competitors and horses. eing a groom in the Early on, Stefania came to world is realize that the bond between certainly a job unlike horses and people is unlike any any other. The sport other animal-human bond. itselfB is demanding so the role of “They don’t care who you are a groom is vital in determining outside of the barn, they care the performance outcome that that you treat them well and lasts mere minutes in the com- spend time making their lives petition ring, not to mention the better”, she says. days, weeks and months spent She found it rewarding to make preparing. these animals happier in their eve- Although there are many ryday lives. “The happier they are, reasons that Calgary’s Stefania the more likely it is that they will Sieferling (24) is a show jump- do the things that you ask them ing groom, she mostly does it to do. They don’t have to do what because she loves it. we ask of them,” she says. At the age of nine, she con- Stefania has learned many vinced her parents that getting a things from horses, most impor- horse would help curb her bratty tantly to be patient. “If everyone behaviour and boredom with had the chance to work with school. She took riding lessons horses, they might be more kind and eventually became the owner and considerate.” of her own horse. She embraced As a groom she’s learned to the training and care that went anticipate the needs of the horses into being a competitive hunter she works with. “Horses cannot jumper. ask for what they want, at least not She took a step back from the in the language that we speak.” PHOTO BY RYAN HK horse world after the unexpected She’s learned to be perceptive and Show jumping groom Stefania Sieferling with Eleonora, one of Jenn Serek’s grand prix horses owned by the death of one of her horses but offer them what she thinks they Shin Shin Group. re-entered the horse business as are asking her for. a groom to Canadian Grand Prix In doing this for horses, she groom in many different ways — level show jumper Jen Serek in found herself becoming a more exchanging a shoulder rub with 2009. She recently moved into a considerate person to the people the horse she is working with, “The bonds between each horse and person are different, new role as assistant barn man- around her. “You should not have providing a therapy that helps ager for Jen. to ask to be treated well… horses the horse to feel and perform some are deeper just as they are between people.” Her many grooming duties teach you to think outside of better, or by seeing a horse learn- include preparing the horses yourself.” ing something new. — STEFANIA SIEFERLING for their exercise and lesson When asked to describe the There are days that are more schedules, delivering therapy to people-horse bond, Stephania challenging than others, but she improve their performance, feed- said, “sometimes it just works for fully accepts it’s part of her role ing and daily care, and providing some reason. The bonds between in caring for these intelligent “As the sport evolves, the role satisfaction in receiving support preparation and training support each horse and person are differ- show jumping athletes. of the groom is becoming more and recognition from her peer at competitions. ent, some are deeper just as they Perhaps one of the larger draw- recognized.” Grooms need to be group. “The people I work with In her role as assistant man- are between people. To a horse, backs of being a groom is having on top of the latest therapy tools are good people.” She may not ager she organizes paperwork for the best way to build a rela- an on-call schedule. There are and aspects of program develop- be visible like the rider delivering travelling, organizes the competi- tionship with them is through times when you need to stay up ment as there are always new the performance in the ring, but tion schedules for Jen and her consistency in all ways that you all night to care for a sick horse, things to be learned and chal- she recognizes that she is part students, makes accommodation interact with them.” or put in a day of exceptionally lenges to overcome. of an important group working and transportation arrangements, Stefania finds satisfaction as a long hours at a show. As a groom, Stefania finds hard behind the scenes. 

From the field

BREEDING SERVICES Snapshots from our Field Editors EMBRYO TRANSFERS «» SEMEN FREEZING • Collection /Shipping/Handling Cooled & Frozen Semen onor Spirit Horse Barrel Race June 17 at Diamond N Ranch in Settler, • Evaluation for A.I., Cooled & Frozen Semen H Alta. is for those who fondly remember and are grateful for their • Mare Fertility Evaluation & Breeding Management teachers along the way. Open, Futurity, Derby, Youth & Pee Wee divisions. • More than 35 years Reproductive Experience and just Entries close June 1 Dawn Link 780-518-6449 [email protected] 25 minutes from the Calgary International Airport he Canadian Professional Rodeo Association recently named two new VETERINARY SERVICES staff members. Pete will step into the General Manager’s • Complete Health Care & Nutrition T role. Kynan Vine was named Rodeo Administrator. • Dentistry • Vaccination & Deworming Programs • Lameness & Prepurchase Examinations he 2012 Working Cowboy Competition and Horse Sale at Lakeland • Digital X-rays • Digital Ultrasound T College in Vermillion, AB was a great success. After 13 hours of com- • Emergency Services petition, the winners of the events were as follows: Open Ranch Roping – Steve Millar, Theresa Millar and Sam Morrison; Novice Roping – Cory Thompson, Scott Schieck; Ranch Horse Competition – Corey Wiebe; Pasture Doctoring – Barry Thiessen; Stockdog – Sheila Phillips; and Ranch – Adian Cox and Graeme Anderson (co-champions). Steve Millar was named Canada’s Greatest Working Cowboy. High selling horse was GR High Brow, a 2001 by High Brow Hickory. He was consigned by Dennis Dube from Cold Lake and sold to Bill Pocock of Minburn, Ab for $11,500. Sale average on horses was $3944.

he Welsh Pony & Cob Society of Alberta is holding a Trail/ T Horsemanship Clinic with Extreme Cowboy Race competitor Wendy Stephens at the Cochrane Ag Grounds July 4-5, 2012. Wendy is featured EQUINE SERVICES LTD. on the U.S. HRTV’s “America’s Favourite Trail Horse” with her Section ”Exclusively B Welsh Pony stallion Flying Diamond the Bailef. Wendy hails from Drs.s. Burwash, NNyyrop, Butters, PPeenttilala & Quaschnickick Equine” Louisiana and is the first woman to win an Extreme Cowboy Race and Full Service Ph:h: 403.242.1913 Fax: 403.242.936 1 Email : eslvet@t elus.net the first person to do so on a pony. She is coming up to the Calgary Veterinary Clinic Visit our website for more information: www.eslvet.c a Stampede to compete in the Extreme Cowboy Challenge. Space is lim- ited. More information at www.albertawelsh.com

6 www.horsesall.com | MAY 2012

Burwash Joan Harris is star endurance rider

Horse heroes but quickly credits her horse Profiles of exceptional horses The horse behind the Endurance Canada Hall of Fame Award Winner

By Robyn Moore “We had done 50 miles rides him an “escape artist.” He doesn’t at the same location, so we knew run away; he just seems to like the arlier this year, Joan what to expect,” Joan says. “He challenge. Harris of Jarvie, AB, was just flew, I was up against a sea- Joan remembers, “When we named the recipient of soned 100 horse field, but Stranger had first built our barn at our new the Endurance Canada was in his element that ride. The farm, I would go out in the a.m. to HallE Of Fame Award. With her two of us did the whole event do chores and all four horses were lifetime mileage close to 6,800 until the last mile. We had picked in their pens, but not the ones competitive miles, the award is a spot where we would start to I left them in the night before. greatly deserved. However, she is race for the finish and after a This went on for a few days, all quick to give credit to her horses. couple of strides we were already a gates closed but not latched, so “I received this award for all length ahead. We just kept going. I got up early the next a.m. and I have done in Endurance, but Stranger still had a lot of gas and quietly went up to the barn and it was my horses that kept me the other horse, though fast, was slowly opened the door. Stranger going,” Joan comments. too tired to keep up.” heard me and flew into the empty It was Stranger, a beautiful bay They finished the race in eight stall and nudged the gate closed horse, who introduced Joan to hours, 55 minutes, and 18 sec- behind himself. He’s 31 and still the international scene of endur- onds. A feat, which, according will escape if he can.” ance riding. Joan says, “He is the to Joan, is the fastest time for While still healthy and bright- reason I have such a love of this a on Canadian eyed, Joan recognizes that Stranger sport.” soil. is getting up there in age. “There Stranger was born near Stranger and Joan did another will be a deep void in my life Barrhead, AB, in 1981. He is sired 100 miles at the same place and when Stranger passes. It will be by a registered Polish Arabian and finished in nine hours and 20 tough to lose my best companion is out of a grade Morgan mare. minutes, which was two hours of 30 plus years. We were truly a When Joan bought him at ahead of his nearest competition. team!” an auction in October of 1981, He was the top horse and Joan Good luck to Joan, who is com- she thought she was purchas- was the top rider for two years in peting in more rides this summer ing a mate for a team. a row with the Endurance Riders so she will have her 7,000 mile After training Stranger to drive of Alberta. award buckle in time for her 70th and finding out that he did not At the first Worlds Endurance birthday. enjoy it, she started him in endur- Competition, held in Virginia ance riding, which she has been in 1988, Joan and Stranger were If you have or know of a horse hooked on since 1982. nominated to enter and helped to hero, tell us why, send us a photo In 1985, Joan started Stranger bring home a silver medal. and each month we’ll feature a in Limited Distance Competitions Now retired, Stranger is 31 horse that stands out from the and he was her go-to competition years old and still keeps Joan on herd. Robyn Moore is the horse until 1993. In 1987, Joan her toes. Not only is he versatile, Manager of entered Stranger in his first 100 athletic and has a great mind, he Association of Alberta, email p h o t o c r e d i t : j o a n h a r r i s mile race. is also incredibly smart. Joan calls [email protected] Hall of Famer Joan Harris with Stranger in 1985.

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MAY 2012 | www.horsesall.com 7 Silversmith Scott Hardy ropes Inspirations Calgary Stampede centennial buckles Artist profile Alberta craftsman inspired by nature and Western lifestyle

By Wendy Dudley is no mass production, and no plated silver. He works only in itting inside Scott Hardy’s precious metals — solid silver and workshop is like crouch- carat gold. ing in a coulee, protect- “My work is technical, but ed from the wind that is you have to breathe life into it. knockingS at his door but hear- Nature flows, and my work mim- ing its power as it gallops across ics nature.” the surrounding oatmeal prairie. A full-time silversmith since “Don’t you just love that?” he 1981, Hardy was recently com- says. “A lot of people don’t like it, missioned to create 100 limited but I love the sound of the wind. edition buckles to mark this year’s It’s music.” Calgary Stampede centennial. An A master Western silversmith, image of the buckle, featuring a Hardy spends his days hand- 10K gold bronc rider, the words , soldering, engraving and Calgary Stampede and its brand, polishing. Wearing glasses that as well as the centennial dates, magnify his work, he delicately will also be on a Canada Post carves a bit of the West into all stamp to be issued this summer. of his pieces, whether a three- “Can you believe it?” Hardy says. piece buckle set, napkin rings, “It’s unreal.” saddle silver, canteen, wine flask, His design was inspired by or headstall. a1912 Stampede buckle which A soft northern light spills featured a bronc known as I See across his work table, while his U, the sunfishing horse sketched west windows frame billowing by cowboy artist Ed Borein. It was clouds rising over the snow- used in various Stampede adver- p h o t o b y w e n d y d u d l e y crowned Rockies. On the flats tising, and appeared on its 1923 below his studio, his small herd Stampede poster. Scott Hardy of Longview, Alta., is a master Western silversmith. He works only in precious metals and all of his work is hand-done, from cutting to soldering to engraving and polishing. Here he works on one of the Calgary of Longhorns rest comfortably, Receiving such attention is Stampede centennial buckles. A reproduction of Ed Borein’s , used on the 1923 Stampede poster, while his horses stand with their not so unreal when one reviews sits on his table. The buckle’s bronc has been designed based on Borein’s image. tails to the wind. Hardy’s work and accomplish- Hardy toils in this eye of nature ments. In the early ’90s, he was and passion for the West. He is commissioned to make mono- p h o t o s c o u r t e s y o f l e s l i e h a r d y inspired by its wildness, its beau- gram buckles for all of Canada’s ty, its individuality. “Everything premiers. In 1994, he won Best of The Calgary Stampede Centennial silver buckle is available in two about the West — all that pride, Show at the 10th annual Poetry different sizes (small is $2,600, fortitude and determination — Gathering in Elko, Nevada; in large is $2,950). Key elements of goes into my work.” 2001 he received the Will Rogers the design are featured in gold, What he sees outside his win- Award for Engraver of the Year; including the saddle bronc and dow seeps into his designs, as and in 2006, he was invited its rider. Hardy was inspired by nature’s swirls, curls and curves to the Smithsonian Institute a similar design on the 1912 are transposed into the elegance in , D.C., to repre- Stampede buckle. of his filigreed work. Just as sent western craftsmanship in nature abhors a vacuum, Hardy Alberta. leaves little unfilled space in his He may have little time to work. tend to his fences, or his dozen Such sophistication is rare Longhorns and eight horses A fifth generation stockman, hit the ground. I ate a lot of dirt tions brought to North America among North America’s silver- — he says he had to choose he grew up in Saskatchewan, sandwiches.” by the Europeans, he noted. smiths. All of his work is done by between being a cowboy or a learning how to ride unbroke After moving to Alberta in And in Canada, many of the hand, with some pieces taking up professional craftsman — but he Shetland ponies. “They’d deke 1972, he spent several years early Alberta ranches were owned to 600 hours to complete. There would never be without animals. to the left and right, and we’d roughnecking, shoeing horses by wealthy businessmen from and packing for outfitters. He was central Canada who brought drawn to the backcountry, with their fine tastes in silver tea sets only his horses for company. “I and dining ware to the West. As loved being alone. I got to know a youngster, Hardy was mesmer- F the personalities of all the horses ized by his great-grandmother’s so well.” In 1991, he and his wife silver tea set, studying it to figure Leslie built a hillside home east of out how it was made. Longview, Alta. While it is difficult to choose An introvert, he expresses a favourite piece, one of his more himself through his work, much personal creations was done of it influenced by the artisans for last years TCAA show, held of Tiffanys. Largely self-taught, annually in Oklahoma City. It he continues to learn with each was a wineboat fashioned from piece. the horn of one his Longhorns Take the Calgary Stampede that had died. The ebony and buckles, for example. “I learn granite base boasted fully fili- something in doing each one, greed and hand-engraved ster- Working Hats – Don Weller so the next one will be a little ling silver. A cradle of solid different. No two will be exactly silver held the wine bottle and alike.” was reinforced with two major Hardy credits renowned sad- silver scrolls. dle maker Chuck Stormes, of “I waited years for the right 53339 Highway 21 Hat Materials ,SPECIALTY AB, for his HatS artistic horn. When I saw the ol’ boy AB growth, taking Stormes’ early sage lying there, I knew I had to do Canada T8A-4V1 T adviceH to study art and architec- that piece.” It took 400 hours ture. “My attitude had been just to create and came with a cata- to start doing it, but Chuck was logue price of $35,300, reflecting right. I had to study architecture its sophistication, intense labour to learn about form, function and and price of silver (Hardy’s bill design. And then I had to study for silver alone used in the 2011 [email protected] 53339 Highway 21 art to learn about movement and show came to $9,000!). www.doubledcustomhats.com flow.” What matters most to Hardy Sherwood Park AB In 1999, Hardy became a found- is the emotional response peo- Canada T8A-4V1 ing member of the Traditional ple have to his work. When the Cowboy Arts Association (TCAA). wearer of one of his buckles Phone: 780.719.2740 Its membership includes saddle reaches down to lightly touch it, makers, rawhide braiders, bit and he knows there has been a con- [email protected] spur makers and silversmiths. nection. “Touching it gives them For centuries, people have been comfort, confidence. I want my www.doubledcustomhats.com 26 2 3adorning horses with silver, tradi- work to be touchstones.” t 25 skilled craftsman, Cam Johnston makes Whether for working, rodeoing, or an evening on 1 4 Don Weller - The ArTisT 27 5 ADouble D Custom Hats today using the 8 the town, your custom hat will have the distinctive 24 6 Colorswww.horsesall.com | MAY 2012 same authentic, time-tested tools as hats made in orses and drawing were early passions for internationally mark of quality, style, and comfort to make you look renowned artist Don Weller. Growing up in Pullman, the Old West: blocking, steaming, dying, cutting, h the best you can. With Double D, your hat is your 23 7 marking, and measuring with an antique crown- Washington, he drew constantly when he wasn’t riding horses. choice. Hats may be designed in a combination of He graduated from Washington State University with a degree in calibrating device. These traditional practices colors and styles to create the perfect hat for you. 8 fine art and moved to California where he had a successful career 22 passed down through time – procedures that have in graphic design and illustration. He also taught at UCLA and 9 made hand-blown glass and hand-made cowboy the Art Center School in Pasadena Double D hats offers a full line of felt hats made 21 10 hats stand the test of time – are combined to from the finest wool, fur, and beaver felt. The Don’s watercolor paintings depicting contemporary western 11 make Double D hats a quality, lifetime hat. scenes and ranch life have been printed in national magazines collection also includes straw and the new hybrid and posters, and his illustrations and photography have been hats – hats constructed from both felt and straw. 20 Trained under traditional craftsmen and master used for children’s books and a coffee-table book. He has painted We specialize in a variety of children’s hats and 12 five U.S. postage stamps. hatters in the hat trade, Cam has perfected the occasionally cowboy hats for dogs and horses as well. 19 Don and his wife, Cha Cha, live in Oakley, a rural farm and 13 skills used to make the Old West hats prized 18 ranching community in Utah. Visit www.DonWeller.com to view 17 14 possessions and can create a quality, custom-made his Western art gallery images. Double D hats stands behind each hat to ensure your 15 Double D hat for you. complete satisfaction. 16 Riding out of my mind The Fifth Natural Riding Aid Start developing a brain workout regime Equestrian sport psychology

By April Clay, R. Psych. muster is this: you are doing it anyway. That’s right, as far as I know most of you “Good horsemanship is based on proper are taking your brains to the barn each character development and, therefore, day (ignore what coaches say when they’re is also a matter of mentality and spirit. having a bad day). So you have a choice, Without the correct attitudes and pay attention to what that mind of yours is insights, there cannot be the right sport.” doing and not doing for you or don’t — let — Charles de Kunffy it train unsupervised.

ll riders are schooled in the art of using what is often referred to as the four natural training aids: legs, hands, seat and voice. The mind is very much like your ButA guess what directs all the action? Your mind of course; otherwise known as the physical fitness. fifth natural riding aid. Unfortunately, it is the most notori- ously underutilized aid. Many a sport has been referred to as So yes, there will be some work involved a “four inch game,” or the approximate in developing your mental muscle, just as space between your ears. We are endlessly your physical riding skills require effort fascinated with the mental aspects of sport and planning. However, over time you will it seems; yet don’t seem to turn this into notice that your awareness of your physi- action. When I speak to riders they all cal and mental skills will become more agree their sport is very mental. But when unified. You will automatically consider I ask who has a training program that the psychological, as well as the physical reflects this opinion, very few people raise reasons why something did or did not go their hands. Why? your way. t h i n k s t o c k .c o m

Brain training = brain draining? But I can’t see it! Then, you decide where you want to be see your mental skills at work, you will One reason may have to do with effort. Mental skills are different from physical and get the help to develop the workouts know when they are working for you. Yes, the addition of mental skills into your skills in that they cannot be observed. As necessary to achieve your goal. If you If you want your mind to work for you, training will require some work. There is no much as your coach may wish to, he or approach your mental riding fitness in get used to referring to the brain as a riding magic or shortcut. But I can offer you com- she cannot say “your left hemisphere was much the same way, you will see results. aid. And, like any other aid you use, you pelling reasons why it’s worth said effort. overactive and causing your confidence to Take for example the mental skill of must search for its proper use, and monitor Consider for example, that up to 90 per drop” when you exit the ring. recovering gracefully from errors. If you its progress. If you regard it as an aid, you cent of Olympic athletes utilize it. Or an Only you can really know of your develop a plan to deal effectively with mis- will come to understand there is proper ever-growing body of research that reveals internal progress. The mind is very much takes, and rehearse it, you will ultimately and improper application. All aids need mental training yields a competitive edge. like your physical fitness. You begin with change the way you respond to adversity. ongoing work, all aids change according to But the most compelling reason I can awareness of where you are, a baseline. So while you will never be able to clearly the horse you are riding. t

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MAY 2012 | www.horsesall.com 9 Pryor Mustangs:

Going down the trail Magic on the mountain Places and events of interest Well worth the day drive to Montana

By Wendy Dudley in both Tyson’s and Anderson’s music videos. lone bachelor stallion The Pryor Mountain slips behind the trees, preserve is home to more than 120 momentarily lost in horses, free to roam about 38,000 the shadows before acres of high desert, and moun- steppingA back into the open. He tainside terrain. It can be a harsh walks slowly, but steadily, along environment, but the horses have a ridgeline, silhouetted against a evolved to withstand the fluctuat- backdrop of sprawling sky. ing temperatures and cold winds. This was my first sighting of Genetically linked to the a , not a horse turned Spanish colonial horses brought loose by a rancher, but truly a to North America by Hernando wild horse with bloodlines dating Cortes in 1519, the herd has char- back to the 16th century. acteristics common to the Arabian- If that was the only mustang I bred in Andalusia and saw that day on Pryor Mountain, Seville. Their ears are small, fore- I would have been happy, but heads flat, their muzzles tapered, its rocky slopes, watering hole and their chests deep and narrow. and auburn meadows revealed Many sport , or numerous small bands, each led stripes, on their legs. by a single stallion with his mares Those wanting to view the p h o t o b y w e n d y d u d l e y and foals. horses should first visit the Pryor This is a federally protected Mountain Wild Mustang Centre Many visitors to the Pryor Mountain mustang range are eager to spot Cloud, the pale stallion that has brought much attention to the area. He is featured in a number of books and film documentaries tracing his life from herd along the Montana- (PMWMC) in Lovell, Wyoming, a foal to band stallion. Wyoming border, just a long non-profit educational centre dedi- day’s drive from . cated to preserving the local herd, steep and rugged route takes you closer is not allowed. This main- is more relaxing to spend a day Established in 1968, it was the first as well as other American mus- through dense trees and into open tains wild behaviour and is also for on the mountain (and depend- federal wild horse range. The Crow tangs. Its displays detail the herd’s alpine meadows. Without the safety as protective stallions can ing on the season and time of Indians say the horses have lived history, and staff can also give the proper tires, drivers are guaranteed kick up quite a fuss at intruders, day you may have to do some on the mountain for hundreds latest details on where best to find a flat tire as vehicles must navigate whether it be a person or another hiking to find the horses), and of years. the horses. rock slabs. This is not a place where stallion looking to steal mares. then another day in the desert There is Cloud, the celebrity Winter hours for the centre are you want to get stuck! If a photography trip is to your region. stallion featured in Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 The easier access to the range liking, check out the web site of Take appropriate clothing, as several books about the mus- p.m., and summer hours are 9 a.m. is by Hwy. 37, a paved route into Lynne Pomeranz (www.lynnepo- temperatures can soar during tangs by Ginger Kathrens, and to 5 p.m., Monday to Saturday. The the Bighorn Canyon National meranz.com), who has written the day but drop low at night. the star of her documentary summer season runs from June 1st Recreation Area. This is the high about and extensively photo- Outer wear is particularly impor- series tracing his life from birth to around the end of October. desert, a mosaic of pink and rosy- graphed the herd. She offers Pryor tant on the mountain, as it can to his present day status as a According to the PMWMC and broad flats that creep Mustang photo workshops, June be windy, with abrupt weather band stallion. director Lori Graham, the best up to the Bighorn Mountains. A 27-30. changes. And like any wilderness And there is Jackson, a coyote time of day to spot the horses number of horses often gather at Recommended accommodation environment, be aware of wild- dun stallion, as mentioned in Ian is mid-morning or late afternoon. the entrance to the preserve, at is at the Horseshoe Bend Motel in life. Bears and cougars also live Tyson’s song La Primera, written “They’re just like your own horses. Crooked Creek Bay. Further on, Lovell. Owners Joe and Jo Ann on the mountain, and there are about the Pryor horses and their When it’s hot in the middle of the horses can often be spotted on Anderson are big fans of the wild rattlesnakes on the desert. connection to the horses brought day, they just want to stand in the Mustang Flats. horses and love to hear visitors’ Any time spent with the Pryor by ship to North America. shade and rest.” There are a few rules in place to tales of spotting the steeds. The Mustangs is magical, their history, These drinkers of the wind There are two areas where the protect you and the horses: pho- lobby is essentially a cosy living beauty and majestic territory leav- are also honored in Canadian horses tend to congregate. One is tography is encouraged, but take a room. Book early if you intend to ing lasting impressions. country singer Sharon Anderson’s up the mountain, and is accessible long lens as being any closer than go in June or July. For more information, go to song, Wild Caballo, and footage only by four-wheel drive vehicles 100 feet is prohibited. Feeding or When planning your trip, website: www.pryormustangs. of the Pryor horses are featured with at least nine-ply tires. This encouraging the horses to come put aside a couple of days, as it org. t

p h o t o b y w e n d y d u d l e y A lone bachelor stallion makes his way up the steep and rocky slopes of East Pryor Mountain. The horses are small and hardy, their hooves tough from the miles logged each day in search of food and water. 216 Main St. Cochrane, AB 403-932-2121

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10 www.horsesall.com | MAY 2012 10 great hometown rodeos to check out Going down the trail Western action, small-town fun, and family-friendly entertainment Places and events of interest

By Heather Grovet Saskatchewan 5. Come cheer on the ooking for something Biggest Little Rodeo in the fun and different this West at Consul in southwest summer. Wander down Saskatchewan on August 4-5, the trail and catch some 2012. This rodeo won the ofL the action. Tourism Award of Excellence in 2011, and is sanctioned by the Alberta Canadian Cowboys Association. 1. Want to watch world class A full range of professional professional rodeo contestants rodeo events occur both days, compete against local boys? Come plus you’ll clap for aspiring to High River, AB’s Guy Weadick riders as they compete in the Days and Races Rookie Roughstock events. And June 22-24, 2012. This fun and Saturday offers a Kid’s Rodeo family-friendly rodeo is operated with sheep riding, dummy rop- by enthusiastic local volunteers ing and chuckwagon races (one who brag — “If you stand against kid in the wagon, four kids the fence for the chuckwagon performing as horses!) A tarp races you’re going to feel the dirt auction for the youth chuck- on your face. And if you watch wagons, pancake breakfast and the rodeo you’ll be so close you’ll free camping complete the almost feel as though you’re on fun. 306-299-4411 the horse!” Rodeo events begin 6. In 1938 the town of Swift at 6:00 p.m. followed by chuck- Current, SK, held their first wagon races, and then rodeo, naming it . under the lights. 403-652-3336 The entire town was encouraged 2. Consider the Canadian to dress Western, and unique Girls Rodeo Association at events such as beard growing Hanna, AB on July 7, 2012 contests were held. Frontier Days for a fun, low-key and family has steadily grown, and now is a friendly rodeo. It isn’t unusual full sized regional rodeo and fair t h i n k s t o c k .c o m to see mother, daughter and that still retains its down-home, grandmother riding together Western heritage. Running June trick bike demonstrations. This at a CGRA rodeo, competing 28 to July 1, 2012, you can enjoy year the IPE has applied to the in traditional events such as their professional rodeo as well Guinness Book of Records to , as Canada Day Parade (held the have the most people wearing and . Plus there are day BEFORE Canada Day!), light a fascinator (small hat) so come extra events such as pole bend- horse and shows, be part of the record! 250-546- ing, cow riding, and ranch horse competitions, 4-H 9406 steer undecorating. Contestants clinics and competitions, mid- 9. The Quesnel Rodeo’s roots might be as young as nine, with way, grandstand show and tal- go back to the 1860s when others remaining competitive ent stage. 306-773-2944 cowboys drove thousands of into their 70s. Hanna is the 7. If you enjoy history, attend cattle from the United States association’s oldest rodeo, start- the Wood Mountain Stampede into British Columbia’s Cariboo ing 55 years ago. Many of their July 6-8, 2012 in south- to feed hungry miners. This current volunteers were contest- ern Saskatchewan. This rodeo event, now rated as one of ants themselves half a century claims to be “Canada’s oldest Western Canada’s largest ama- earlier. 403-625-4518 continuous rodeo,” and was teur rodeos, runs July 20-22, 3. The small town of Killam, started 123 years ago, exceeding 2012, and has a reputation for AB, hosts their 41st Indoor Rodeo June 15-16, 2012, offering activities for the entire family, whether rain or shine. Lakeland Rodeo Association competitions run both Friday and Saturday Rodeo so close you’ll almost feel you’re on the horse. evening, with a “Dance on the Dirt” Saturday night. Sample cowboy cooking Friday evening at the Chili Cook Off; proceeds to Wild Pink Yonder. Saturday morning brings the Rodeo even the Calgary Stampede! The being entertaining and family Parade on main street, followed event features a Little Britches friendly. 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Only 12 miles from 11-13, 2012 and is approved by ing back to the 1870s. 306-266- Victoria, B.C. is the city of the Wildrose Rodeo Association. 4539 Langford which hosts the Luxton You can expect all the tradition- Pro Rodeo, Vancouver Island’s al professional rodeo events, as British Columbia last remaining rodeo. This CPRA well as a host of out-of-the-ordi- 8. Armstrong, B.C. has and PRCA rodeo occurs May nary activities. Watch Friday’s retained the hometown rodeo 19-21, 2012, and is totally run all-girl events including barrel feel in their Interior Provincial by an enthusiastic group of vol- racing, cow riding, pole bend- Exhibition held August 29 - unteers. Enjoy the professional ing and bloomer race. Or enjoy September 2, 2012. Rodeo tick- rodeo events such as barrel rac- the youth’s ets are only $11/person, and the ing and saddle bronc riding, race or stick race. If that isn’t CPRA Rodeo’s enthusiasm and plus the fun youth events such enough, they have a dance, pan- friendliness is personified by as mutton bustin’ or the mutton cake breakfasts, , announcer Randy Corley, who scramble. Coppertown Clown , lawn tractor races, makes it feel “as though he is and Barrelman Bert Davis add a Rocky Mountain Musical Ride, sitting right next to you!” Later touch of humour to the rodeo, and clown, Squirrelly Early catch the mini chuckwagon plus there are carnival rides, an Anderson, whose hilarious races, West Coast Lumberjack antique car show, live music activities include the “hairiest show, Native dancing and and blacksmith demonstra- p h o t o c r e d i t : g u y w e a d i c k r o d e o leg” contest! 780-723-6848 drumming, livestock shows, and tions. 250-478-4250 t

MAY 2012 | www.horsesall.com 11 Awww Schuks: Young guns BC cowgirls take home top awards Up and coming stars Six sisters carving out rodeo and ranching careers

By Heather Grovet the week to help keep him fit.” (Hence the three horses Holly f you were a full-time col- rode each week.) lege student, would you still This system might not have find time to horseback ride? been ideal, but it obviously Sisters Holly and worked as 25-year-old Brittany SchukI not only managed to reg- Schuk won the CCFR 2012 ularly climb aboard their horses “Breakaway Roping” title com- during the school year, they also peting on Stormy. managed to compete at the top “Brittany deserved her win,” level of the Canadian College Holly says. “She’s a good rider Rodeo circuit, with both girls and she works hard. And many winning awards for 2012. people don’t know the whole Holly Schuk, now 21 years old, story — several years ago Brittany is a full-time student at Lakeland and our older sister, Patricia were College. She recently won the in a car accident. Patricia lost her Canadian College Rodeo circuit leg, and Brittany had her pelvis title of “All-round Cowgirl,” broken in four places. This left given to the woman with the nerve damage to Brittany’s hips most accumulated points on the and legs. Some people would circuit. have just stopped riding, but “This year I competed in five Brittany kept going. Actually, events at ten shows using two Patricia still rides as well, but horses,” Holly explains. “I barrel now she’s married and working raced and pole bended on a sor- full-time so her rodeo life has PHOTO CREDIT : MIKE COPEMAN rel mare named Judy. And I rode really slowed down.” a gelding named Paint in team The Schuk family also has BC sisters Holly and Brittany Schuk competing in team roping at the Canadian College Finals Rodeo at Northlands in Edmonton this past March. roping, break-away roping and three younger sisters; 16-year- goat tying.” old Katie, 13-year-old Jennifer, To achieve these accomplish- and nine-year-old Sidney. The of everything; he’s calf roped, blood, and I expect I’ll be doing pattern, he’s really got a good start ments Holly practiced three younger girls still live with their team roped, steer wrestled and them for many more years.” on . It takes a special nights a week on both horses, parents in British Columbia, even rode saddle broncs. Once “I think Holly and I will keep horse to do the different events, plus rode every weekend, either and are keeping the family tra- in a while I’ve thought of trying rodeoing together as long as we and I think Stormy is going to be practicing or at a rodeo. (Actually, ditions of ranch riding and cat- one of those. I didn’t have as much Holly rode three horses each tle work. Holly says all three are time to practice as I’d have liked, of those nights, but we’ll come good riders, but only time will but there is nothing more enjoy- back to that in a moment.) tell if they follow in their older able than riding a good horse, and Holly also won the CCR title sister’s footsteps. “…it feels like a real achievement when you get seeing him progress.” “Cowgirl of the Year.” This title The girls all learned to sit a Holly agrees. “I love rodeo, I is awarded to the cowgirl most horse at an early age. Brittany your horse to the top of his event.” love competing, and I love being showing the attributes of good recalls winning her first belt — HOLLY SCHUK with my horses,” she says. “There sportsmanship, horseman- buckle at a local when is so much to getting a horse ship and cooperation. A per- she was six; Holly was also well ready to compete, and it feels like fect example of Holly’s sports- mounted at a similar age. “Both a real achievement when you get manship involves her sister, our parents competed at rodeo your horse to the top of his event. Brittany. so it just seemed to come natural something different with horses. can crawl onto a horse!” Brittany I don’t think I’ll quit rodeo for a “Brittany attended NAIT in to us,” Brittany says. Ranch horse competitions laughs. “Rodeo is a lot of work, long, long time.”  Edmonton, and couldn’t keep “My mom still competes at or but we really enjoy it. I was really her Quarter Horse, Stormy, near- barrel racing, team roping, steer would probably suit me, and I’ve proud of Stormy this year. He’s a Do you know of another by,” Holly says. “So Stormy lived undecorating and goat tying. even thought of trying English! good rope horse and likes to hunt young gun? Drop us a note at with me, and I rode him during And my dad has done a bit But rodeo events are in my the cow. And because he’s easy to [email protected]

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By Robyn Moore WF and Gallup WF. Sharon com- ments, “His foals are remarkable, ince Eric Lamaze and absolutely stunning and I have Hickstead won the indi- great hopes for them both.” Eric vidual gold medal at Lamaze bought Fort Knox WF and the 2008 Olympics, Gallup WF was sold to Gallup WF Hickstead’sS semen has been avail- Syndicate. able for North American breeders. Woodlawn Farms breeds Many breeders balked at the $5,500 European including per dose price tag but Sharon and Hanoverian and Dutch, as well as Bruce Telford at Woodlawn Farms Canadian Warmbloods for the dis- jumped at the chance. cipline of jumping. They are located “I had been watching 45 minutes east of Edmonton on Hickstead from the time that a 200 acre farm outside of Tofield. Eric first showed him at Spruce When Sharon and Bruce began Meadows, and had called Torrey breeding in 2001, they bred Quarter Pines Stables yearly asking when Horses because Bruce competed in they would have him available for cutting, Warmbloods because their stud. I was very excited when that daughter did show jumping and day came,” says Sharon. Paints because Sharon likes colour. In the few years that Hickstead’s Now, however, they focus strictly semen was available, less than 100 on Warmbloods. foals were sired by him, and only “I like to be on the cutting a handful of them were bred in edge of the ,” North America. says Sharon. “I had followed Beezie “There were not many foals Madden and Judgement and when p h o t o c r e d i t : a m a n d a u b e l l born here in North America, only Iron Spring Farm had him avail- Fort Knox WF sired by the great Hickstead and raised at Woodlawn Farms In Alberta was recently purchased six, I believe in the two years that able for stud I bred my favourite by Olympic champion Eric Lamaze he was available here for breeding. Dutch mare to him and had a filly This surprised me, if you are raising that was in his first foal crop. I had “When breeding a mare we mount. That was also his you’re getting until the surprise jumping horses why not breed to bred to his father Consul a couple research the [sire’s] pedigrees and first year to the general public. This arrives,” says Sharon. t the best there is. Most people had of times until Judgement himself also look at action shots and their year we have a Tinka’s Boy foal said they didn’t know what the was available. Again very, very nice conformation,” says Sharon. “How coming. This will be the first one Robyn Moore is the Manager of foals he would put on the ground foals.” do they use their back end, do bred in Canada.” Horse Industry Association of would be like, but there has to be Woodlawn Farms is home to they have any characteristics that This year, three new foals will Alberta. If you own or know of an somebody to go first, and I am so 30 horses but in the past they we want to improve on, and then be born at Woodlawn Farms. The exceptional operation, thankful that I was in that group,” have had over 60. They name their try and match it with one of our most they have had in one year email rmoore@albertahorseindustry. says Sharon. foals after places and add WF for mares.” is 11 foals. “Foaling season is very ca, and we’ll chose one that stands Sharon and Bruce had two Woodlawn Farms to be able to “Last year I bred two mares exciting. It is like Christmas in out from the herd to feature foals by Hickstead: Fort Knox track their careers. to Flexible, Rich Fellers amazing springtime. You don’t know what each month.

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MAY 2012 | www.horsesall.com 13 Iconic maker of the white Our way of life cowboy hat still going strong Making a living with horses Smithbuilt Hats almost as old as the Calgary Stampede

By Cindy Bablitz ducers working on settings in and around Calgary, from Unforgiven he cowboy hat is as and Brokeback Mountain to iconic a symbol of the Lonesome Dove and Heartland. western way of life as This year, some 65,000 Smithbilt the horse itself, and in Hats will find their way to local TCalgary, the white hat stands as and tourist heads as Smithbilt is, an indisputable hallmark of the of course, the official supplier of city’s civic and western pride. cowboy hats commemorating the So, it’s not without a touch of Calgary Stampede’s Centennial. nostalgia that Bryce Nimmo, pres- The first white cowboy hat ident and majority shareholder, was made in 1926 by Morris him- (along with five other partners) self, out of rabbit felt, and was of Smithbilt Hats celebrates the launched as Calgary’s trademark Calgary Stampede’s centennial during a public relations tour by year just seven years before the then Mayor Don Mackay in 1949. company that grew up with this Today, the now infamous white city’s iconic exhibition of the west- hat is still made of rabbit felt, as ern way of life celebrates its own. recently gifted to the visiting mon- “Smithbilt was founded arch couple, William and Kate, but in Calgary in 1919 by Morris can also be had in canvas, straw Shumiatcher who, I guess, thought and wool. “Smith” would be the easier name White hats have been gifted to recall and endure the test of to celebrities as diverse as former time,” grins Bryce. New York Mayor Rudy Giullani, “Smithbilt stayed a family run the Dalai Lama, Mario Andretti, business for over 80 years, until Oprah Winfrey and Vladimir p h o t o c r e d i t : b r y c e n i m m o it was sold in the year 2000 to Putin. This little symbol of the Graduates from the Webber Academy in Calgary celebrate with their Smithbuilt white hats. the company’s long time account- western lifestyle, and Calgary’s ant. Sadly, he unexpectedly passed civic hospitality, have gone a long To compete with the world- No two heads are exactly the When Smithbilt turns centenar- away just six months after buying way to sustaining the Smithbilt wide market, (most hats of any same shape, and custom fitting ian, in 2019, you can bet on one the business he’d served so devot- legacy. ilk are imported), Bryce wants the takes into consideration the lit- hell of a party. t edly, and eventually the company Bryce says, “We want Smithbilt Calgary-based Smithbilt Hats to be tle crooked in your brow line, in changed hands again, a couple Hats to be the place for hat buying just that much more special. your nose position on the face, in For more information on times, before I was called in as a in Calgary. And we sell more than Smithbilt hat buyers can enjoy the ovalness of your head shape. Smithbilt Hats, surf to business consultant.” white hats, (black is actually the the rare experience of custom hat Personalized pride of service www.smithbilthats.com. To select Like the Remington razor man, most popular cowboy hat colour) tailoring at Smithbilt’s retail loca- brought Smithbilt a long way so a white hat or fedora of your own, Bryce loved the product so much and more than cowboy hats ... we tion, with professional hat fitting far... and looks to carry it a long saunter in to their Calgary location he bought the company. After sell fedoras and top hats and bowl- to fit the particular nuances of way forward yet. at 1103-12th Street S.E. almost two decades in commerce ers and derbys, hats and their own head and face shape... and marketing with Prudential scout hats. The fedora is making a an investment that can last a life- Steel, Bryce grins that he was ready huge comeback right now.” time. “to try to be quarter cowboy... or maybe half.” Smithbilt, for all the iconic notoriety, for all the renown, still operates humbly, with just seven employees out of a 6,500 square foot warehouse and retail shop in Calgary’s trendy Inglewood. Bryce nods to the trilateral com- panionship of the City of Calgary, the Calgary Stampede and the icon of the white hat — synonymous with the Calgarian identity — as largely responsible for Smithbilt’s enduring success. Hollywood had a hand too. p h o t o c r e d i t : b r y c e n i m m o Smithbilt Hats have been favoured After being cut from the appropriate felt, this hat is now being formed p h o t o c r e d i t : b r y c e n i m m o and featured by movie and TV pro- into one of the numerous styles offered by Smithbuilt. Smithbuilt employee shapes a new cowboy hat after being steamed.

However, when the Organizing Commit- tee received the entries from 88 riders from 2012 Olympic Dressage Team eight nations, it took fright and backed down. Fortunately, the next Games of 1912 By Equine Canada 2. Jacquie Brooks - D Niro 26. Karen Pavicic - Don Daiquiri were awarded to Stockholm and the eques- 3. Jacquie Brooks - Gran Gesto 27. Joni Lynn Peters - Travolta trian Olympic program proposed by Count Equine Canada announces the 4. Ute Busse - Lindor’s Finest 28. Sarah Sjoholm-Patience - Desiderata Van Rosen was readily accepted. 2012 Olympic Dressage Team: 5. Lorraine Chappell - Carpatino 29. Evi Strasser - Action Tyme In the autumn of 1911, the invitations 6. Diane Creech - Devon L 30. Evi Strasser - Quantum Tyme were sent out to the military departments Games Support Staff 7. Shannon Dueck - Ayscha 31. Evi Strasser - Renaissance Tyme and to the National Olympic Committees. • Chef d’Equipe - Gina Smith 8. Susanne Dutt-Roth - Rheirattack 32. Lindsay Stroh - Lancelot The Three-day Event () was lim- • Team Veterinarian - Dr. Geoff Vernon 9. Tom Dvorak - Viva’s Salieri W 33. Belinda Trussell - Anton ited to officer entries but the jumping and • Technical Leader - Mr. Markus Gribbe 10. Tom Dvorak - Corrigan 34. Gary Vander Ploeg - Degas dressage competitions were open to civil- 11. Pia Fortmuller - Orion 35. Gary Vander Ploeg - Cezanne ians. The first Equestrian participation at Dressage Selection Committee 12. Rebecca Garrard - Och Heden 36. Victoria Winter - Proton the Olympics saw 62 competitors from 10 • Wendy Christoff - Dressage Canada 13. Ashley Holzer - Breaking Dawn 37. Penny Zavitz-Rockx - Verdi De La nations with 70 horses involved in the com- Board Representative 14. Ashley Holzer - Pop Art Fazenda petitions, but they were all officers... • Pauline Bosman - High Performance 15. Jill Irving - Degas 12 With the advent of the Olympic Games, Committee Representative 16. Jill Irving - Delvaux The first serious attempt to include rid- it soon became clear that internationally • Liz Steacie - Rider Representative 17. Stephanie Jensen - Addiction ing as an Olympic discipline was made by recognized rules for the three Olympic dis- • Roberta Morris - Rider Representative 18. Rochelle Kilberg - Rudy a group of Swedish officers led by Count ciplines were becoming essential. Eventually • Markus Gribbe - Technical Leader 19. Crystal Kroetch - Lymrix Clarence Von Rosen. He appealed to Baron in May 1921 delegates from 10 national • Dr. Geoff Vernon - FEI Veterinarian - 20. Alexandra Lampe (formerly Wilson) - de Coubertin at the IOC meeting in 1906 equestrian organizations met in Lausanne Non-Voting De La Vega and, as a result, he was asked by the Baron to discuss the formation of an international 21. Megan Lane - Caravella to draft an Olympic equestrian program. federation. The following rider/horse 22. Janine Little - Dominic LHF This was then subsequently presented to the In many ways, the Olympics were a combinations have declared for 23. Nancy MacLachlan - Deniros Tyme Olympic Congress at the Hague in 1907 and tremendous impetus and pre-cursor to the the 2012 Olympic Games: 24. David Marcus - Don Kontes was accepted for the 1908 Games to be held creation of the FEI and the world wide devel- 1. Christilot Boylen - Dio Mio 25. David Marcus - Chrevi’s Capital in London. opment of horsesport. t

14 www.horsesall.com | MAY 2012 Leonard Finstad: Homeward bound A legacy of faith, family, and friends Celebrating lives lived Southeast Alberta rancher was an “animal whisper”

By Cindy Bablitz Meanwhile, back on the ranch, the elder Finstads began need- n a culture obsessed with ing more help from the younger the rhinestone shine of generation, and, when Leonard’s celebrity worship, it’s easy brother found himself drawn else- to forget the unsung heroes where, Leonard and his new bride whoI lived simply, loved humbly returned to the Pendant d’Oreille and served quietly. But, it’s pre- ranch. cisely those unsung heroes who Like father, like son. Lee left create the very warp and weft of the ranch where he was raised to our community fabric on which pursue an aviation career. After 13 everything else we do hinges. years, the young pilot found him- Leonard Finstad was one of those self pulled back to the homestead men. ranch, where he likewise intends He lived into his 80th year, sus- to live out the rest of his days. taining a family legacy that pre- “What’s that old saying? You dated him by two generations... can take the boy out of the coun- and with Leonard as the proverbial try but you can’t take the country link in the chain, at least another out of the boy,” grins Lee. two generations are still thriving Leonard instilled in his chil- on the family cattle ranch, “big dren a love for life’s simple pleas- enough to keep us busy,” laughs ures. When you ask Dianne, Shari Leonard’s daughter Shari Reimer, and Lee about the legacy their p h o t o c r e d i : l e e f i n s t a d south of . father left them, each hesitates. One highlight for Len Finstad was The ranch is a family affair, The inheritance of their father’s participating with family members p h o t o c r e d i : l e e f i n s t a d operated by Shari and her hus- legacy is deeply imbedded, so in the 1996 Western Stockgrowers band Mel, her brother Lee and his much a part of the children he Centennial Cattle Drive across CFB Leonard Finstad and with his daughter Dianne ride the open prairie on Suffield in southern Alberta. their ranch near Pendant d’Oreille in southeast Alberta wife Lynette along with Leonard’s raised, the question of it is met brother Norman and his wife with some of the same disposition Barb, and their son Steven and his one might expect a fish to have perer... long before it was trendy enjoying his own life, Dad taught to a lot of his friends, from his wife Michelle. Leonard’s beloved toward water. Leonard’s way was to call that.” us to enjoy our own lives, to enjoy past. They really appreciated dad wife of 50 years, Helen, also still humble, and everything about Lee says, “He liked a good what we’re doing. Whether it was as a friend and neighbour,” Lee lives on the ranch. Leonard and his way of life was lived with looking animal, whether it was harvest time, or he was repairing remembers. Helen’s eldest child, their daugh- the surefootedness of a man who a Hereford bull or a good horse. a fence, or cleaning corrals, my “We’re losing the term neigh- ter Dianne writes for Horses All walked as though no one was He had a patience with animals, dad took the time to appreci- bour today,” Lee laments, not and has been a radio and TV per- watching. and he taught us kids that too. He ate nature’s beauty. He’d stop to without gratitude for being shown sonality in Alberta in agricultural “He had a real love for people, said, ‘It’s amazing how they can look at the sunset, or to watch a what being a neighbour really and rodeo circles for 30 years. a real easy way with everyone,” pick up what you’re emoting: if young animal loping across the ought to be. Though he grew up on the very says Dianne, “And so he told us you’re stressed, or anxious, they’ll pasture.” Leonard Finstad, beloved hus- ranch to which he would come to be interested in others... this is reflect that. It’s better to work Dianne remembers, “Dad band of Helen, devoted father to to devote the remainder of his why he was so well respected and around them quietly.’ really appreciated every day; he Dianne, Shari and Lee, esteemed days to, it was actually Leonard’s loved in so many circles, and this “Dad enjoyed the simplicities savoured every moment, and that uncle, neighbour, volunteer, friend, brother who was originally des- is what started my early interest of his life. There was nothing he was a lesson for all of us.” was salt of the earth, and lived a tined to take over the ranching in broadcasting.” liked better than a fresh, spring Lee adds, “You could tell this is good life, from Saturday, September homestead. Leonard went off to Shari recalls, “I would describe day. The green grass, the red and what he wanted to do. He wasn’t 26, 1931 to Tuesday, February 1, bible college. him as someone who had a way white cows on the pasture, his pining for another life.” 2011. Rest in peace. t “He was thinking of becom- with animals. He could calm family working around him.” Leonard was the kind of man ing a minister,” says Shari, “But them down. He was kind of like In the ease and gentle man- you wanted as a neighbour. And Contact us if you have he often joked that he couldn’t the horse whisperer. 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MAY 2012 | www.horsesall.com 15 Going down the trail 10 summer horse camps to send your kids English or Western horsemanship combined with other fun camp activities Places and events of interest

re you wondering what the heart of the mountains near to do with your kids this . Both camps offer an summer? Maybe you are international flare, with girls from thinking of something many different countries attend- forA your grandchild. ing. 403-729-2910 Kids and camp go together like 5. Copper T Warmbloods peanut butter and jam. Throw in a near Saskatoon, SK, runs spring horse and they will have a summer and summer camps using certi- to remember. Check out these 10 fied instructors for both adult great summer horse camps and young riders. The four day 1. Circle Square Ranch is a “Introduction to Riding Camp” is Christian, non-denominational perfect for first time horse enthusi- youth camp near Halkirk, AB. asts, while the “Intermediate Week This Western themed camp offers Long Summer Camp” suits a rider swimming, archery, canoeing and with some experience. Both types mountain bikes. Horseback riding of camp offer two riding lessons is a popular activity with each each day, working on either dres- camper getting at least an hour per sage or jumping, plus teach stable day on their assigned horse. In the management, horse and equip- “Teepee Village Camps” riders work ment care, and horsemanship. on horsemanship at an introduc- “Adult Weekend Camps” allow tory level, taking basic one-on-one riders to bring their own horse, or riding lessons, plus enjoy begin- use one of the stable’s well broke PHOTO CREDIT : WILDERNESS MOUNTAIN RANCH ner trail rides. The “Western Town mounts. 306-242-5099 Campers riding in the mountains with Wilderness Mountain Ranch. Camps” have a more advanced 6. Boys and girls aged eight horsemanship program which to 15 looking for a real Western includes daily lessons, and formal experience should consider Bates testing and awards at the end of Bar J Ranch located near Cochrane, the week. 403-884-2444 AB. The Bates Bar J Ranch cel- ebrates its 51st camping season this year where youth can “participate in real ranch life.” The ranch’s herd of registered Quarter Horses, “Leave a stronger rider Paints and are used in their program, allowing campers than you came.” to learn riding, grooming, feeding and care of equines. They also offer swimming in a natural pool in a creek, fishing, games, campfires, 2. West Winds Riding Centre crafts and wilderness survival. “We near Balzac, AB, offers English rid- want to promote good fellowship ing lessons and camps “in a posi- and an appreciation of outdoor tive and rewarding way.” Summer beauty”. 403-637-2199 camps host a maximum of ten 7. Blarney Stone Farms near campers each week, allowing per- , AB, offers training sonalized instructions from their and lessons for youth and adults Equine Canada certified instructor. in a competitive jumping program. Students between the ages of eight The farm also hosts summer camps to 16 may attend, enjoying either each year in July and August for their beginning camps for those riders in all levels of experience with minimal riding experiences, that are at least six years of age. PHOTO CREDIT : HEATHER GROVET or the intermediate camps for rid- Riders attend camp Monday to A good youth summer riding camp will provide children a chance to ride a safe, well trained horse under ers who have had prior lesson. The Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with careful supervision, and therefore improve their riding skills while having a lot of fun! camp is proud of their excellent a fun show at the end of the week safety record, and promises that to demonstrate their new skills. the school horses, or bring their safety, horse body language, throughout the summer with “Campers will leave with a respect Each camper will receive two hours own if they’d prefer. Daily riding grooming, tacking up, and horse activities such as horseman- for the hard work, dedication and of daily riding instruction, plus and lessons on all aspects of horse care. Then there is Sweet Talk’s ship, advanced horsemanship, fun involved with horses!” 403- lessons in every aspect of horse care will be covered. “This camp “Hunter Jumper Camp,” also run- water ski/wakeboarding, BMX 690-6314 care. 780-470-0581 can be helpful for families consid- ning Monday to Fridays 9 a.m. bikes, high ropes and swim- 3. If you’re interested in 8. For the opportunity to take ering buying or leasing a horse of - 5 p.m., with lessons on what a ming. Your child can attend improving your partnership with your child’s personal horse to their own”. 780-358-2388 judge wants to see, types of fenc- these general camps, or attend your horse, consider attending one camp, consider Digger’s Place 9. Sweet Talk Stables at es, and show preparation. Both the “Horsemanship Specialized of Doug Mills’ summer camps at near Smoky Lake, AB. This youth , AB, offers two dif- camps conclude with a show for Camp” for riders 13-17 who Kamloops, B.C. Mills, a profession- camp offers five-day camp pro- ferent summer camps this year. parents on Friday. 403-207-3353 already know the basics but al trainer and clinician, runs camps grams throughout the summer Their “Beginner/Intermediate 10. For a camp experience want to improve their skills and for youth and adults in June, July for children ages seven to 19, Riding Day Camp” runs Monday that includes horses plus much knowledge. At the Horsemanship and August. During camp Mills using either English or Western to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. more, consider Foothills Camp Camp your child will spend four will coach students in his “Training disciplines. It also has programs and provides children two rid- near Bowden, AB. Foothills is a days improving their riding, and through Trust” program. Riders to suit children with special needs ing lessons plus two ground les- non-profit Christian camp that “leave a stronger rider than you of all skill levels and disciplines or disabilities. Campers can use sons each day. Instructions cover runs youth and family camps came.” 877-228-1175  will learn about horse psychol- ogy, and how they think. Campers can bring their own equines, or the facility has trained horses for use. Prices include meals and your horse’s board. 250-319-8921 4. Path Ranches (recently changed from Wildhorse Mountain Ranch) hosts riding camps for girls aged 12 to 17 all season long, with their busiest times being the sum- mer months. Wildhorse has two main types of summer camps. The “Great Cowgirl Experience” occurs at their home ranch near Rocky Mountain House, AB. Here girls ride on the range on ranch horses, enjoy the outdoors and learn more about equines. Then there is the “Rocky Mountain PHOTO CREDIT : THINKSTOCK .COM PHOTO CREDIT : WILDERNESS MOUNTAIN RANCH Cowgirls Camp,” where experi- There are several summer camps in western Canada that offer an English In addition to instructional riding, most camps allow time for recreational enced riders spend several days in riding experience. rides.

16 www.horsesall.com | MAY 2012 My tunes Red Lights Time to chill Music reviews By Jake Mathews Book and movie reviews

Riding Free Reviewed by Jody Seeley Bitless. Bridleless. Bareback hey say “third times co-wrote and co-produced a Nashville and has written over by Andrea & Markus Eschbach a charm,” and in couple tracks with Joel Feeney 100 songs. So there was a lot to the case of Jake and Josh Osborne (writer) and choose from to make this CD. Reviewed by Carol M. Upton With or without a bit, with Mathews... they are Kevin Savigar. Mathews co- Plus his trips have taken him or without a saddle, the right.T Album No. 3 is called produced the rest of the album to Japan, New York, London ost equestrians have foundation all riding is based Red Tail Lights and it’s his best with his brother Gil Grand, England and Berlin. childhood memories of on is the same: horses and yet. Nothing but great feedback which he tells me was fun to Mathews has released three riding their horse bare- people, being together. and success has come since work with family. songs from the record to radio. back in the summertime, ~ Andrea & Markus Eschbach releasing this CD last year. So who would you say is “Forever’s On Our Side” and Mperhaps with only a and lead. Country music has been Jake Mathews biggest musi- “Might Take All Night” are We recall many reasons for doing this, Mathews career for the last 15 cal influence? If you guessed heard on radio stations across not the least of which might be the dif- ter is well laid-out and illustrated, with years but the first single to be — George Strait you would Canada. Coming soon will be ferent body awareness, unity and con- specific exercises for perfecting commu- released to radio from this CD be right. Mathews says Strait single No. 4 — the title track nection with our horse that we experi- nication with your horse. “If I Had it My Way” was his was his first concert at 14 “Red Tail Lights.” You can find enced. Internationally renowned horse- Riding Free appeals to anyone want- first top 10 hit. years old. From being home this CD anywhere — HMV, manship trainers Andrea and Markus ing a more harmonious relationship I joked when he was in my in Calgary with his son and Walmart, Lammles or online. Eschbach kick this up several notches with a horse, whether beginner or sea- studio recently that the album wife to travelling the world You can find more details on with Riding Free. soned rider, working with a problem is a “6 pack of awesome.” It (thanks to The Canadian the songs and his tour sched- The book begins with groundwork horse or one who goes well under sad- really is! These six songs leave Tourism Commission and ule at www.jakemathews.com and creating a solid relationship with dle. This may require a shift in old you wanting more. The Calgary Stampede), or on Facebook. your horse, using elements of the thinking and courage to try something Mathews co-wrote with a Mathews says his sources Mathews headed back Tellington Method, developed by Linda new, but the results can take you places number of very talented writ- of inspiration are “always a down to Nashville in April to Tellington-Jones. The Eschbachs refer to with your horse that, up until now, may ers on this project like David work in progress.” start work on Record No. 4. “mental collection,” a method of main- have been only a dream. Thomson, Willie Mack, Deric For the last few years, We can’t wait to hear what taining heightened awareness focused Soft Cover, 2011, $22.95 Trafalgar Ruttan & Marv Green. He also he’s had a publishing deal in that will bring.  on your horse. They suggest bitless bri- Square Books ISBN: 9-781-57076-484- dles, progressing to the use of a neck 4 Available on Amazon or Trafalgar ring or no strap at all, always keeping Square Books.  My Tunes sponsored by safety in mind. Their belief is that any horse can be trained to be ridden free, Markus Eschbach is a social educator, without bridle, or whip. riding teacher and horse trainer who has The benefits are clear — a more sup- spent half his life in the saddle. Andrea ple, balanced seat, improved perform- Eschbach is a physiotherapist, Indian ance and a partnership both horse and Riding teacher and horse trainer, expe- rider can enjoy. Most refreshing is that rienced in multiple disciplines. Andrea the Eschbachs are not selling special and Markus teach in the training center types of training equipment, as so many ‘Farmers Place’ in Switzerland and in Listen to our Made in Alberta show clinicians do, but simply suggest what various European countries. Visit them Your Community Station Saturdays at 9 AM and Sundays at 4 PM. has worked so well for them. Each chap- at www.bitless-riding.com

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MAY 2012 | www.horsesall.com 17 Husband and wife team I did it my way rescue 400 horses Personal profile Bear Valley Rescue provides home for young and old horses alike

By Cindy Bablitz till I was 11... and it took a lot of pestering.” “ t used to be that we had For Kathy and Mike, horses the energy but not the are loyal, honourable compan- time or money, but we’re ion animals deserving of a dig- now getting to a transi- nified life, and death. tionI stage, wherein we have the “I don’t know which is time, and the money’s com- worse: the old horses we see ing, but we’re slowing down at auction going to slaughter... on energy,” says Kathy Bartley, nice horses who were probably with a wry sigh. someone’s pet at some point, Kathy and her husband Mike who gave their lives serving have been rescuing abandoned, people but now have no name neglected, abused or simply and no value; or the young unwanted horses — and cows, weanlings, perfectly healthy rabbits and chickens... but and sound foals going for meat mostly horses — since 2003. simply because they were bred The effort began initially in with no market to bear them,” response to learning about the she says. large numbers of foals being sent “We went to the auction last to slaughter in the overbreeding September and bought 26 hors- inherent in sustaining the (then es of which 20 were papered thriving) PMU (Pregnant Mare quarter horses weanlings, (or Urine) industry. eligible to be papered)... per- PMU enjoyed some three fectly healthy and desirable ani- decades of infamous notoriety mals with nothing wrong with as a hormone replacement ther- them, selling for $200 or $300, apy for menopausal women or for meat. women who’ve had a hysterec- “I don’t understand it... tomy... until research suspect- some people defend horse ing a link between PMU therapy slaughter for meat, saying it’s p h o t o c r e d i t : k a t h y b a r t l e y and cancer began emerging. The a protein like any other, like Kathy Bartley attending to one of the many rescued weanlings at Bear Valley Rescue. use of PMU therapy reached cattle... but it’s not. Horse meat is a delicacy, like escargot... the starving masses can survive without it.” Kathy says rescuing horses is a personal battle she never “I don’t know which is worse: envisioned herself fighting. It wasn’t a crusade she sought the old horses we see at out. But the grievances against the species we’ve domesticated auction going to slaughter... as companion animals simply presented themselves, and out or the young weanlings, of the simplicity of their shared human compassion for horses, perfectly healthy and sound Kathy and Mike acted. Kathy says she thinks we’ve foals going for meat” lost some of our humanity when we view animals as having value — Kathy Bartley only as a dollar figure. She adds, “Like when gov- ernment changed Fish and Wildlife to Sustainable Resource Development, implying that the height of its popularity in fish and wildlife only have a the late 1990s, when some 44 value dollar wise as a renew- million women in the United able resource in order to jus- States alone were using the pre- tify their existence. I’ve heard scription. some people ask, for instance, According to HorseAid’s lit- about deer and elk, if you can’t erature, (www.Premarin.org) “A hunt them then what good are (PMU-farmed) filly foal has a less they? Why do they have to be than one in ten chance of not good?” p h o t o c r e d i t : k a t h y b a r t l e y going to slaughter; a colt foal, Often, the math of Mike Mike Bartley putting hay out for some of the 100 horses still at Bear Valley Rescue. less than one in 50.” During and Kathy’s work make deci- the height of the PMU heyday, sions complicated, to say the the industry was annually an least. Older horses, who, for $800 million business: an eco- Kathy perhaps evoke the greater nomic motivator that saw some degree of compassion, respect- 60,000 foals born annually with ing the dignity of a lifetime’s no purpose for their existence service, are more expensive to other than being a by-product rescue from auctions: they’re of a burgeoning pharmaceutical heavier, and meat buyers pay by industry. the pound. In almost a decade of devo- “We end up saving more tion, Kathy and Mike and their weanlings, because they’re small team of volunteers work- sound, they’re easier to adopt ing with Bear Valley Rescue near out, and they don’t weigh as Sundre, AB, almost 400 horses much as the older horses so have been adopted out to car- they don’t fetch the same bid- ing homes, and the couple still ding competition.” home some 100 rescued horses It’s a statement she makes on their own and neighbouring with resignation evident in her farms. voice. t Kathy says, “I can’t help it: when I see a horse, I see horses If you’d like to learn more about that I’ve known in them.” Bear Valley Rescue, or to donate

When you ask her if she grew funds in support of their work, p h o t o c r e d i t : k a t h y b a r t l e y up with horses, she answers, surf to www.bearvalleyab.org or Weanlings purchased by Bear Valley Rescue at auction last fall, most of them purebred Quarter Horses. Many “No. I didn’t get my first horse phone 403-637-2708. are available for adoption. 18 www.horsesall.com | MAY 2012 Horse heroes Hear today, gone tomorrow Deaf horse continues to show and compete Profiles of exceptional horses

By Heather Grovet be able to show her. But since I wanted her to back or pivot or I already owned LS, I just went set up by the way I moved or ’ll bet there are a lot of ahead with her training. After all, stood.” people owning deaf horses what did I have to lose?” But the mare’s achievements who don’t suspect a thing,” Much to everyone’s surprise, didn’t stop in the APHA show Caroline Tester of Innisfail, the yearling was easy to train. pen. “We taught LS to drive at AB,I laughs. “I know this because I “Being deaf hardly seemed to be an early age,” Caroline says. “The was one of those people.” an issue,” Caroline says. “In fact, only thing we had to do differ- In 1990 Caroline attended a I even saw a few occasions when ently was drive her in an open PMU sale, and came home with it was an advantage! Once we bridle. Blinders didn’t work, prob- a flashy Paint weanling named were at a show and the PA system ably because LS was dependent Apaches Impression. The follow- began to screech loudly. The other upon us for visual cues.” ing spring Caroline brought the yearlings went crazy, but LS just As a three-year-old the mare filly into the barn to begin pre- stood there calmly with a look competed in harness for Team paring her for upcoming yearling on her face saying, ‘What’s wrong Paint in the Battle of the Breeds at show classes. with you guys?’” Spruce Meadows. That year Team “That’s when I noticed some- Before long the mare began to Paint placed second overall, one thing strange,” Caroline says. “The gain show points, competing and of their most successful years. filly — we called her LS — was winning against a wide variety of Recent studies indicate that quiet and pleasant to be around, un-handicapped horses. deafness in equines is associated p h o t o c r e d i t : b y c a r o l i n e t e s t e r but there were several occasions “LS could do anything the with pigmentation alterations in Apaches Impression (LS) competed in driving at the age of three at the when I entered the barn and really others could do, and sometimes the horse’s inner ear. Most deaf Battle of the Breeds at Spruce Meadows in the International Ring in front startled her. Her responses seemed more,” Caroline says. “I owned horses have a white face and at of a large audience. unusual for such a sensible filly, so her for five years, and in that least one blue eye. It isn’t the I tried to figure out what was going time she earned points in halter, colour of the outside of their ears Caroline sold the mare. Many like LS. But she points out that on. Eventually I saw the pattern. If Hunter under Saddle, Western that matters; it’s the pigment on years later she was able to trace every horse is an individual, with I turned on the barn lights when pleasure, , trail, showman- the inside. the mare to another owner who some deaf horses being wonder- I came into the building, the filly ship, pole bending, barrel racing “But LS didn’t have white ears, lived near Calgary, and was com- ful, and others having issues. would raise her head to look at and horsemanship. In fact, LS and she didn’t have blue eyes,” peting in reining. “I had a friend who owned a me. But if I kept the lights off, she eventually earned her Amateur Caroline says. “She was a “I had a great visit with this deaf horse about the same time seemed unaware of my presence APHA Championship — a real , with one side of her look- new owner,” Caroline says. “I said I had LS,” Caroline concludes. until the last second. It was then achievement where horses must ing like a true overo, and the other ‘No one would even know LS “But my friend’s horse was really that I finally determined LS was earn a specific number of points side looking more like a . is deaf, would they?’ And the spooky. One day it panicked, ran completely deaf.” in both halter and perform- That’s the strange thing about woman stared at me like I was through some trees, and put out Caroline discovery was both ance!” equine deafness; you can’t assume crazy. She’d owned LS for several its eye on a sharp branch. The shocking and discouraging. “Many “ShowmanshipJaz was one of LS’sPoco which horses will have it, andGoldun years and didn’t even realize she horse Blue had to be put down. So horsemen gave me extremely best classes,” Caroline says. “The which 1994won’t. After AQHAall, the major- Grullacouldn’t hear!” Stallion people can’t assume that every negative comments,” she sighs. mare really watched my body lan- ity of horses with white faces and Caroline states she wouldn’t deaf horse is perfect, just like you “They said I’d never be able to ride guage, andBy she Little was very Steel precise Dust blue (Grandson eyes can hear perfectly.”of Poco Bueno)hesitate and to out buy of another a mare deaf by can’t Pocos assume Gray that aboutComet all hear - the mare, and certainly wouldn’t and responsive. LS knew whether After owning LS(Grandson for five years, ofhorse, Poco if theyBueno) had a personality ing horses, either.” t Homozygous Dun - ALL his foals WILL be red dun, dun or grulla, regardless of the dam’s color!

HERDA N/N GBED N/N 1994 AQHA Grulla Stallion By Little Steel Dust (Grandson of PocoPSSM Bueno) N/N and out of a mare by Pocos Gray Comet (Grandson of Poco Bueno) Homozygous Dun - ALLAQHA his Registryfoals WILL of be Meritred dun, dun or grulla, regardless (ROM) of the dam’sReining color! HERDA N/N • GBEDIBHA Registry N/N • PSSMof Merit N/N AQHA Registry of Merit (ROM) Reining IBHA Registry of Merit (ROM) (ROM) Reining Reining 2001 Open Reining Circuit 2000 Circuit Champion 2001 ChampionOpen Reining Colorful Circuit Colorado 2001 MHBHA Working Cow 1998 Champion MHBHA Reining Champion Horse First Place 2001 MHBHA1998 AQHA Working Junior ReiningCow Colorful 2000 NRHA Limited Open Res. HorseColorado First Circuit Place Champion Champion Sandhills Slide 2000 NRHA1998 LimitedIBHA Open Open Reining Res. Colorful 2000 NRHA Limited Open Res. Colorado Circuit Champion Champion High Desert Slide ChampionNRHA MoneySandhills Earner Slide

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Get a grip Accept the human, accept the saddle Ask the trainers Glen also talks about his experience at the Road to the Horse 2012

By Glenn Stewart until now, things were done all on the ground preparing for someday s some of you may know, getting on the horse. I have just returned from Someday is getting real close. the Road To The Horse From the moment you have the 2012, which is the World young horse in the corral, to when ChampionshipA of Colt Starting, you have done the ground work, an international colt starting team saddled, mounted and had a lit- competition in . tle ride it can generally happen We had four hours, split into in about an hour to two hours two sessions, to get a basically depending on the horse and what untouched three year old colt the person knows. caught, taught to lead, pick up A lot can go wrong in that hour his feet, saddle and ride, walk, or two but probably has went pret- , canter, correct leads, weave ty well if you have gotten all the through upright poles, a narrow ground work started and are in the alley way, over a tarp, over some saddle on the horse. The informa- jumps, push through some pool tion I have shared in the past two noodles, swing a rope, drag a log, articles can be done repeatedly but open and close a gate, ride up on a each session we need to be looking narrow raised sidewalk, ring a bell for improvement and slowly add- and then into a water box. All this ing to the list so your horse can p h o t o c r e d i t : g l e n n s t e w a r t with roughly 6,000 people clap- stay fresh and interested. If you ask Glenn Stewart and Jonathan Field proudly carry the Canadian Flag at the Road to the Horse 2012 in Tennessee. ping and cheering! Our job was someone what is two plus two or to help the horse prepare for all of the equivalent to your horse every- Once you have accomplished this in 4 hours. day, it will get boring very soon. this small feat of athleticism and I was very honored and excit- It’s May now, the weather is cardio workout it is time to start ed to be asked to be part of the getting better, the colts are looking showing the horse the saddle pad Canadian representation. Jonathan good and you are getting the itch and saddle. Anytime I take a break Field (my teammate and good to ride. The best person to start or give the horse a moment to friend) and I prepared in one way a young horse is a professional. think about what is going on, I try or another for eight to ten months If I have engine problems I hire and have them rest by the saddle. for the event. a mechanic, I could tinker away Allow the horse time to smell Starting a young horse to ride at it and I know a little bit about your saddle and pad before it in four hours was not new for me. mechanics but I would likely make is time to saddle. Then start by What was new was all the added some mistakes, it will for sure take putting the pad on and off the distractions. We all had a time longer. With a piece of machinery horse. Don’t sneak the pad on and limit and we had to hit specific if you make a mistake you can buy off, and you should take it on and time requirements and be out of a new part and start again. off many times. Next comes the saddle, and hopefully you are very the pen for a certain amount of It is not quite the same with a p h o t o c r e d i t : g l e n n s t e w a r t time, at a certain time. living, breathing, thinking animal. good at swinging a saddle into Glenn Stewart jumps up on a young colt to allow the young horse to get We were meant to comment When you fix your car it is unlikely place before you try and do this the feel and weight of a rider. occasionally on what we were try- that we would get injured, but with a young horse and their first ing to do in the pen with our vari- when you start a colt there is a saddling. to find out they are fine and it is a of the saddle and cinch squeez- ous techniques, as well as answer very real possibility of it. If we miss, It is usually very straightforward new feel that they will have to get ing them. Then walk along and any questions the commentator or don’t quite read the horse cor- and easy to do if the preparation used to. move the stirrups on both sides. If might have, while you watched rectly, or have everything in place, has been done correctly. If the If they don’t run off or buck, you can do this all at the trot that the clock and worked with your they might have a little buck, runa- horse doesn’t stand quiet to sad- keep an eye on them and ask would even be better. colt. The spectators were very sup- way, or rear over backwards and dle, something has been missed or them to circle you which you have All this is to help build the portive and attentive to everything numerous other things that can over looked and you will need to taught them earlier to see if you horse’s confidence and acceptance we did, and clapped and cheered go wrong. back up and find the hole before can get them moving freely with of the new feel, sounds and move- for the things they liked. If the rider avoids injury, the continuing to saddle. the saddle. This all is a very criti- ment of the saddle. Running along Watching your colt begin the horse can still end up with unnec- If all is well, then it is time to cal time and sometimes you move side, back behind the horn also process of learning to learn and essary brace, fears and complica- cinch up the saddle. This is a very them a step and that’s all they can lets the horse see you back closer finding his confidence from you tions, which isn’t any good either. touchy procedure. If you don’t handle without bucking and you to where you will be when you are is very exciting for me and never Now I’m not trying to scare any- get the saddle cinched on tight work up from there. riding. gets old. The challenge of staying one, just stating what should be enough and the horse leaves and Give them a moment and ask Again all these suggestions are in the pen mentally and sticking obvious but does seem to escape you don’t get him stopped, you for another step or two. Other only as good as the skills of the to the principles that you believe some folks. Some of you know can cause unmentionable amounts times the first step happens and person doing it. If done well it in regardless of the time limit, the exactly what I’m talking about and of damage to the horse. they drop their heads and do their can really help prepare the horse crowd, the judges, what is happen- have either seen it or felt it, a If the saddle gets on the horses best to buck the saddle off. for the next step, which will be ing in the other two round pens, runaway, bucked off or rear over. side or under their belly and they Once they are settled with the mounting. the cameras and the interviews is Hopefully only seen it! Even if you get running around the pen it feel of the saddle, I find it very Is it necessary to do all this some of the attractions or distrac- manage to do a very good job and takes countless hours to repair the important to establish clear for- preparation? I didn’t used to know tions that make it the exciting haven’t missed anything, they still fear and worry from the mistake. ward movement — walk, trot, and all this ground work and I would learning experience what it was. can show their lack of interest in Sometimes it can’t be repaired canter from the ground using tech- just get on as soon as the sad- The positive response and sup- having a rider or saddle. because they can get so scared that niques that you can use in the sad- dle was on. I got pretty good at port from so many Canadians, Having said that, the next step they run through fences and could dle when you’re mounted. riding bucking horses because I Americans and other people from is to start preparing the horse for us break . Too much around desensitizing was getting lots of practice. Now I around the world that attend- getting off the ground and on their I personally never tie a young takes the forward out of the horse, don’t ride bucking horses very well ed and made the trip down to backs, which means more accept- horse up to saddle. I want them not enough desensitizing and you because most don’t buck. Good Tennessee was amazing and over- ance of the human. You can do to be able to stand quietly without have a horse too scared to accept luck and see you next month. whelming at times. All the work some of this by bringing the horse tying them to anything. If I have to your guidance. Asking your horse To see the first two articles in and preparation over the years and alongside the fence where you are tie him, then I probably shouldn’t to move and then turning them this series please visit www.the- in the last ten months was worth sitting and rub on the horse from be trying to saddle him. with the lead line too soon or often horseranch.com/articles/. t every minute. both sides. So before cinching. allow the will also take the forward out of In this article, and the earlier I also and more often jump horse time to feel the cinch with- your horse. Glenn Stewart travels extensively articles, I write about some of the up from the ground. At first only out running the latigo through the It is also very important while conducting clinics, demonstrations, things I try to do and accomplish jumping alongside then rubbing, cinch. Pull the cinch up against on the ground doing the ground and colt starting sessions, and when starting a young horse. next jumping partially on and slid- his girth with your hand and let exercises to be sure that your horse also offers Camps and a 3 month If you have been along for the ing off to finally laying across and it loose, then on and off again softly and willingly gives to halter Horsemanship Course at his home journey, we are into the third arti- rubbing the horse. getting him used to the feel. Once and lead. Being able to ask for your The Horse Ranch, as well as the cle on the subject of starting the When the horse is calm and you’ve got him ready, tighten the horses head and neck to bend Horsemanship Learning Adventure young horse. In the first one we accepting and looks like he can cinch and it is time to move the from the saddle will have much Series. 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MAY 2012 | www.horsesall.com 21 Women of the west Horses. Literally the best medicine Woman battles chronic disease with the help of her mare Personal profile

By Amie Peck It was devastating news for the entire family — and Nelson had aria Nelson (name to seriously contemplate whether changed by request) she would ever be able to ride had never given a again. “I experienced severe nerve second thought damage to my hands — it is hard toM horses or riding in her entire for me to feel with them and life, prior to moving to Alberta. I have lost my sense of space,” She had been busy raising two Nelson explains. children and supporting her hus- With the addition of several band’s busy career, which had medications it was impossible for taken them across the country. her to drive her car, let alone ride In 2000, the family settled into a horse. Calgary, AB and it was Nelson’s Nelson was forced to take brother who suggested she take almost a year off riding, but would riding lessons in her spare time. go and visit Star whenever she “All I knew of horses at that time could. “The first time I saw Star was that they had four legs and a after my diagnosis was the hard- tail,” laughs Nelson. She enrolled est,” Nelson remembers. “I walked in weekly lessons at a stable in up to the stall and just started DeWinton and was immediately crying buckets — I had missed her enchanted. “Right from the begin- so much.” ning I found that I wanted to Her husband played an integral learn as much as I could about role at that time, helping Nelson riding and taking care of horses,” groom her horse, and eventually, Nelson explains. She had no idea tack her up. “Because of the loss at the time just how much riding, of sensation it was hard for me and horses, would become a sav- to groom her,” says Nelson. “The ing grace in her life. brushes would just slide out of my Nelson’s daughter, Elizabeth, hands.” was also taking lessons at the barn Slowly she worked her way up to and it was a subject that they riding around the arena at a walk, bonded over for and is now back long hours. “I up to jumping was intrigued small fences by the connec- and gymnastics tion in riding,” “Instead of giving up and again. Nelson explains. The biggest “How you com- lying in bed after the riding chal- municate with lenge for Nelson the horse in var- diagnosis, Star motivates remains the loss ious ways — I of sensation in really wanted to me to get better by getting her hands. “It learn how to do is hard to feel it right.” out of the house.” the reins in my The fam- — Maria Nelson hands,” Nelson ily decided to e x p l a i n s . “ I purchase their don’t always own horse that know if my left both Maria and rein is longer Maria Nelson’s horse Star has battled back from her own illness, and now helps Maria Elizabeth could ride and compete than my right, or if I have let both fight against her debilitating disease. on. That is when Star, a spunky of them slide too far through my and strong willed mare of undeter- fingers.” mined age and breeding, entered With the help of her instruc- their lives. tors, Nelson developed a couple She was a great match for methods to assist her with rein the Nelson’s, quiet and safe with length. Raised layers of tape, and years of experience in the hunt- the popular colour coded reins, are er ring. The mare would hap- beneficial to Nelson in that she can pily pop over small courses with easily glance down for a second or either of her riders and patiently two and know if her reins are even taught them the basics of horse and the appropriate length. “This ownership. has really helped me in my riding After a few blissful years of rid- because I can’t be looking down ing and showing, disaster struck. at my hands all on the time, espe- Star colicked severely and had cially on an approach to a jump,” to be rushed to the clinic. “They Nelson says. knew she needed immediate sur- Although her fight with MS is gery because of a torsion,” Nelson far from over, Nelson knows that says. “I had ten minutes to decide her horse has been a huge factor whether to go ahead — knowing in the small triumphs over the that she may not survive and that disease. 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Going riding is better than not on the fl oor her riding career. any drug.” Then, three years ago, Nelson’s It hasn’t always been an easy road ★ Helps aid digestion in our horses, life changed dramatically. She for Nelson, or her beloved horse awoke one morning to a bizarre Star, but together they have both DURING more stressful times. 250-308-6208 numbness through her midsec- overcome massive medical hurdles tion which spread rapidly in the to be able to ride together again. “I Our Nets are Vet Used, www.slowfeeder.com following days. Through months always think Star survived her colic Recommended and Approved! [email protected] of confusing and false diagnoses, surgery for a reason,” Nelson pon- Nelson eventually learned that ders. “She needed me then — and I she had Multiple Sclerosis. need her now.” t

22 www.horsesall.com | MAY 2012 Horseback archery requires skill In it to win It in horsemanship and archery Competitor profile BC man competes internationally and revives centuries old skill

By Cindy Bablitz horse) and finally from the back of a horse. Our minds will slowly teeped in the history of switch between riding and archery, the Hungarian people is but by mastering the first, and an ancient warrior tradi- after many hours of hard training, tion that has all but lost this switching will become almost itsS reason for being: horseback one. It’s centaur-like... when you archery. Still, there is a rising pop- become one with your horse, bow ularity in this artful tradition that and the target.” is seeing international competi- Robert immigrated to Canada tions attracting horseback archers from Hungary in 1989, following from around the world engaging a long reign under the Communist in a centuries old skill, purely for regime. Though he didn’t grow up the fun of it. with horses, horses were always a “It’s a way to express myself, presence of his national identity, it’s like an art,” explains horseback and his cultural roots stir deep in archery competitor Robert Borsos, him. founder of the Borsos Torzs Horse “Horseback archery is like a Archery Club based out of Mt. national sport for me. I’m really Currie, BC, near Pemberton. happy to be doing something for “It’s not about chasing the num- my culture.” bers; it’s about personal growth. Robert’s father was a Huszar, There is no prize money, even in a cavalryman in the Hungarian international competitions, there’s army. It wasn’t until 2004, fif- just the glory. It’s pure pleasure.” teen years after emigrating from Horseback archery is fast, requir- his homeland, that the stir of his ing rigorous physical and mental personal and national heritage exactitude as horsemanship and piqued Robert’s interest in learning archery are each, in and of them- more about the sport of horseback selves, disciplines many people archery, and he began training p h o t o c r e d i t : r o b e r t b o r s o s spend lifetimes refining. Hitting a in earnest. His goal was to train Alvin Nelson riding Cassidy competing in horseback archery in Montana. target with bow and arrow, while with Lajos Kassai, and the entrance cantering, rein-free, bareback, examination to even begin train- takes, you could say, a certain kind ing with this elite master of the Kassai Horseback Archery World of zen. This is ironic, given the fact sport, is rigorous, to say the least. Cup Canada is being held May 26th that horseback archery was, in its “You have to do a ten kilometre and 27th at the training grounds of “It’s centaur-like... when you become one with day, all about war. Perhaps Attila cross country run, on foot, then the Borsos Torzs Horseback Archery the Hun was one of the earliest two hours of bareback trotting and Club. Robert himself will also travel your horse, bow and the target.” famed warriors renowned for his then shoot 500 arrows. When you to Slovakia, Hungary and Montana deadly precision as a horseback can do all this in five hours, then for training and competitions this — Robert Borsos archer. you can train with him,” Robert year. His efforts have earned him Today, Robert and his students explains. second place, (just a few points say the experience of shooting Female horseback archers wish- behind the American leader) in arrows from horseback is any- ing to train with Kassai are sub- North American rankings and on Robert would like to see the equine and archery associations, thing but combative; instead, it’s jected to an equally rigorous entry the world scene, among a field of sport of horseback archery gain horseback archery remains, so far, described as an intimate, peaceful test, though their distances and competitors from Austria, Slovakia, greater awareness and popularity, uninsurable. t even, time of concentration, con- numbers are adjusted by half. Switzerland, Norway, Romania, “But it’s a really slow growing sport nection and joy. Only the very accomplished Germany, Greece, Bulgaria, because it’s dangerous and expen- To learn more about horseback “It’s hard to describe what it horseback archers, after years of Hungary, Canada and the United sive.” archery, and the Borsos Torzs feels like when you hit the tar- training and consistent high level States, he ranks a respectable 27th Though the Borsos Torzs club is Horse Archery Club, surf to get from the back of a horse... performances in competitions in a field of 175 others. affiliated professionally with both www.horsebackarchery.ca. it’s almost like two meditations in achieve the right to wear a wine- one,” Robert opines. red kaftan and the accompanying “Hitting a target with an arrow right to use a horseback archery shot from a bow is a certain prac- saddle. ticed skill. Achieving a commu- Robert now offers classes and nication with your horse, so that international competitions at his Sandy Ridge Stallion Station he knows how to respond to your school in Mt. Currie. He currently body, intuitively, when you’ve has about 12 students who, like dropped the reins is a certain prac- Robert, have found a certain call- ticed skill. But horseback archery ing in themselves for the sport Hezgo abefamous puts these two disciplines together of horseback archery sufficient to — horsemanship and archery — sustain the kind of daily train- and when you gain skill in these ing devotion necessary to achieve two arts combined, there’s no bet- international competitive levels. ter feeling. These twelve students, and Robert, “Skills are built and developed are the only competing Kassai from the ground, than from the horseback archers in Canada. false mount, (a wooden rocking The next, (and only, this year) An ‘own’ son of Dash Ta Fame, the Nation’s #1 Leading barrel sire of the Decade!!!!

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By Heather Grovet BLANKETING. Horses blanketed all winter nor- pringtime; love it or hate mally grow a shorter and lighter it? The answer to that coat than those left unblanketed, question probably depends and in most cases will shed earlier. upon the amount of hair If your horse was allowed to grow a youS have to spit out of your mouth woolly mammoth-type coat, blan- when your horse walks nearby! keting in the spring can speed up But is there anything you can do the shedding process. If you do to limit the amount of annoying blanket, monitor your horse so he hair that floats onto your clothing doesn’t overheat or develop skin and barn floor? Or can you speed problems. up the process so it doesn’t last for- ever? Here are a few tips that might LIGHT. help… a teeny, tiny bit. Hopefully. Believe it or not, light influenc- es your horse’s hair coat more than DIET. heat. A study from the Texas A & Let’s start with the most impor- M University suggests 16 hours of tant thing in your horse’s life — light are required for a short hair his stomach. Good quality feed is coat. Here in Alberta the average essential for a healthy horse. And length of daylight in April is four- while a healthy horse still looses teen hours. To speed shedding, hair in the spring, at least he won’t bring your horse into a well lit still be shedding months later. The stall before dark and add artificial PHOTO CREDIT : HEATHER GROVET addition of vegetable oil, ground light to equal fourteen hours. It’s If anything can grow hair, it’s a pony. And soon all these fuzzy white hairs are going to be floating everywhere, flax or high-fat equine feed can most effective if the day length is sticking on clothing and tack. Is there anything a horseperson can do to speed up the shedding process, or at improve your horse’s coat. Yes, he extended in the afternoon instead the very least, make it somewhat less miserable? might still shed, but at least those of the morning. Use a 200 watt falling hairs will be glossy! incandescent bulb to provide light, shirt for the next few weeks; it isn’t look for a long time. If you do clip, better than yourself, brush him with your horse no more than worth the effort. you probably need to blanket your night and day, and learn to love eight feet from the light source. To horse while he acclimatizes. the hairs on your shirt. Before you test for sufficient light, see if you EXERCISE. Now you know all the secrets know it, spring shedding will be a “An unhealthy horse will not can read a newspaper at every spot When your horse exercises and to helping your horse shed quick- thing of the past. Good luck until in the stall. If not, you need more sweats, he can speed up the shed- ly. Put him under lights, dress him then!  have an optimal hair coat, light. Or better glasses. ding process. A warm bath can also encourage hair loss. Just make and he will not shed as GROOMING. sure your horse doesn’t chill after- Grooming is an inexpensive wards. quickly as he should.” and effective way to speed up the shedding process. Start with a rub- TO CLIP OR NOT. ber curry and work in circles to You might consider body GENERAL HEALTH CARE. loosen hairs, then finish with a clipping if your horse is hairy An unhealthy horse will not medium body brush. A grooming and in training, or if he needs have an optimal hair coat, and block such as Slick N Easy or a tex- to look sleek for an upcoming he will not shed as quickly as he tured grill block can also be helpful competition. Just remember that should. So ensure your horse has to remove those stubborn hairs. a clipped horse coat can change been wormed regularly and is cur- And it goes without saying that colours; your sorrel can turn an rent on inoculations. 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ell folks, as we step outside and see the snow melting, take a deep breath Wof spring air. It always brings a smile to our face. Wander over to our furry horses and notice them shedding like crazy. It always makes me think of the mountain riding that is only weeks away. Winter is behind us and the mountains are starting to feel the sun on their backs, as life out west is going to be awake with flowing rivers, birds a sing- ing, and the wild horses getting ready to enjoy the green grass. For every trail rider out there, THINKSTOCK .COM this is when we get the moun- tain itch and start preparing for another enjoyable mountain summer. Where do you begin? My “Conditioning your horse is one key element to a advice is, check your calendars first. Then figure out what your great trip for both you and your horse.” vision is for the ride you want — TERRY MCKINNEY to take this summer. Weekend day rides or a pack trip, maybe with friends, in a park, out of a park? Do you want to ride in your favourite area or try somewhere a group where some want to ride Be fair to you both and get some new? for an hour and the rest want time in the saddle before your You can start by getting maps a full day’s ride. Planning with adventure. of all the staging areas both out your group will make a better Once you get out west, remem- PHOTO SUPPLIED BY TERRI MCKINNEY of the park and in the parks. mountain holiday for everyone. ber it is a higher elevation and Check all the regulations and If you’re planning a pack trip, will be harder work for them with rules, what is provided in each make sure you pack all your hors- the hills to climb. Did I mention go? Do you have weed free hay or staging area and what you will es at home first. In fact start now. as they are getting into shape, so cubes lined up? Terri McKinney outfits with need. Once you have the date I have seen many wrecks at the are you? Next month I will talk about her husband Chuck & their and place picked, dig deeper into staging areas because they bring With your vacation planned gear to take with you and what daughter south west of Rocky the trails you want to ride on and out broke saddle horses whom and your horses in shape, here I have found works best over the Mountain House Alberta in how long they are. have never been packed. They are things to consider before the years by trial and error, along with the Bighorn Backcountry. They If you are going with a group, then proceed to pack them up mountain season is here. Is your some frozen feet! I am counting teach clinics, do packing demos, make sure you talk with them that day for the 1st time. It can horse gear all in working con- down the sleeps till I am back in train horses in the mountains, about how long they want to be easily avoided by doing your dition? Any wall tents needing the hills. and offer trail rides and pack ride for. Are their horses green or homework. repair? How’s the trailer? Do I See you next time and may trips. Check them out at www. seasoned? Planning a pack trip is excit- have a farrier who understands your trails be clear, your pack wilddeuce.com or From my experience you don’t ing but conditioning your horse where I am going and will put string safe, and your camp just 780-679-8451 want to get out on the trail with is one key element to a great trip. fresh shoes on my horse before I around the corner.  1/6_10,16X15,25 10/03/12 17:41 Page 1

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MAY 2012 | www.horsesall.com 25 Canada’s Outdoor Equine Expo (COEE) is an annual event held each June featuring an indoor and outdoor trade show, clinics, seminars, and demonstrations. COEE will celebrate its third year on June 8 to 10, 2012 at Iron Horse Equestrian Complex between Milton and Burlington. We are pleased to offer a program of world-class equestrians presenting exceptional clinics and demonstrations. For further information visit: www.equineexpo.ca

Reaching for Hunter excellence with Kim Kirton National competitor brings judge’s eye to Canada’s Outdoor Equine Expo By Stefanie Nagelschmitz

ometimes the key to becoming a top rider is understanding what judg- es look for and how course designersS think. Kim Kirton’s Hunter and Hunter Derby clinics at Canada’s Outdoor Equine Expo offer that chance. There are few chances to hear how judges — or course designers for that matter — think. At the 2012 Canada’s Outdoor Equine Expo (COEE), acclaimed Canadian equestrian, course designer and judge, Kim Kirton, will demon- p h o t o c r e d i t : c o e e p h o t o c r e d i t : c o e e strate what judges look for in a Jane Savoie leading a dressage clinic at the 2011 Canada’s Outdoor Former Australian Olympic eventing coach Wayne Roycroft led interactive Hunter and Hunter Derby ring. Equine Expo to a full audience. She will be back again in 2012. clinics in 2011 for riders of all levels. Her clinics are the ideal way to get inside a judge’s mind whether ful eye of her father, well-known and Working Hunter classes as the elements required to define attendees are riding in the clinic or horseman, Gord Kirton. As a well as all levels of pony Hunter the equine discipline we call watching from the stands. competitor, Kim represented classes. Hunter.” “At Canada’s Outdoor Equine Canada in Equador, England, Since Kirton has been involved Kirton’s clinics will run on “The clinics are… Expo, I am going to do Hunter Mexico, Jamaica, Barbados, in course design for many years, Friday June 8th and Sunday June clinics where I will school each United States, Australia, France she will also run a clinic for the 10th only at Iron Horse Equestrian useful… to understand group on the course, let them com- and Ireland. Hunter Derby course. Complex in Burlington, ON. the vision of the plete it on their own, and then I When she retired from the “The clinics are not just for Interested riders and coaches can will critic each participant from a competition circuit, Kirton began those in competition mode,” says pre-register to participate in the Hunter discipline and why judge’s point-of-view,” says Kirton raising and training champion- Kirton. “It is useful for those just clinic or simply arrive on the day who lives in Palgrave, ON. ship ponies and horses that have getting started or thinking about of to audit for free. courses are designed And there are few Hunter won titles throughout Canada getting started to understand the Canada’s Outdoor Equine Expo experts in Canada more quali- and the U.S., including the Royal vision of the Hunter discipline will be held on Friday June 8th to the way they are.” fied than Kirton to lead these Agricultural Winter Fair. and why courses are designed the Sunday June 10th at Iron Horse sessions. Now living in Palgrave, ON, way they are. Even if they never Equestrian Complex in Burlington, — Kim Kirton Kirton started riding before Kirton judges regularly including compete a day in their lives, they ON. For more information, visit she could walk under the watch- Children’s, Junior, Adult, Amateur can learn the skills acquired and www.EquineExpo.ca. t Craig Cameron Goes Canadian Famed Texas Cowboy Returns After Last Year’s Success

By Stefanie Nagelschmitz tional tasks like jumping barrels, crawling Race™ or learning from one of his horse- held on Friday, June 8th to Sunday, June through straw bales or pulling logs. And manship clinics, COEE attendees don’t 10th at Iron Horse Equestrian Complex n 2011 at Canada’s Outdoor Equine the reward? Riders compete in the pursuit want to miss this learning opportunity. in Burlington, ON. For more information, Expo (COEE), it was the Texan who of $3,000 in cash prizes! Canada’s Outdoor Equine Expo will be visit www.EquineExpo.ca. t left the biggest impression. The Extreme Cowboy Race™ Semi- Craig Cameron is known as the Finals will take place on Friday June 8th at originalI “Cowboy’s Clinician” from Bluff 6 p.m. followed by the Finals on Saturday Dale, Texas and travels extensively across June 9th at 6 p.m. Ticket prices and North America teaching fans how to train entry details are available online at www. their horses. EquineExpo.ca. In addition to his clinics, Cameron’s In addition to running the Extreme best known for the Extreme Cowboy Cowboy Race™ and its junior version, Race™ which challenges horses and riders Cameron will lead four clinics over the three through an obstacle course to test their days of COEE. Western riders can learn from speed, skill and connection. this past Road to the Horse champion in “When Craig hosts the Extreme Starting the Challenging Colt, Reining 101, Cowboy Race™ there is so much energy Trailer Loading Made Easy as well as Patterns in the crowd and in the ring,” says Coral For Success — Fun and Interesting Patterns Defayette, COEE Equine Expo Team Lead. to Make a Good Horse Better. “Our team is excited to bring this event “I believe in working with the horse, back and especially to introduce Sunday’s not against it — and working to the Jr. Extreme Cowboy Race™.” power of understanding,” says Cameron. During COEE on June 8th and 9th, the “You have to learn to be effective. It’s the Extreme Cowboy RaceTM is an open com- little things that count such as feeling, petition for any rider 18 years and older. timing, balance, consistency, patience The NEW Jr. Extreme Cowboy Race™ is for and understanding. Horsemanship is a younger riders who are 14 to 17 years old thinking man’s game.” p h o t o c r e d i t : c o e e and will take place on Sunday June 10th. Cameron clearly knows how to win this Craig Cameron stunned 2011 Extreme Cowboy Race winner Camilla Willings when she was Both competitions feature a challeng- game. named champion. At Canada’s Outdoor Equine Expo 2012, Craig will host a Jr. Extreme ing obstacle course with some unconven- Whether watching the Extreme Cowboy Cowboy Race for riders aged 13 to 17 in addition to the traditional event.

26 www.horsesall.com | MAY 2012 “Bute” can have Horse health adverse consequences for horses Expert advice Indiscriminate use can harm the horse, and does not address the cause of the pain being treated

henylbutazone, referred to utazone effect the body by block- utazone toxicity, since blood flow tion. An understanding of pain Carol Shwetz is a veterinarian as “bute” amongst horse- ing the cascade of chemicals that to the kidneys is already compro- leads to clear decision-making and specializing in equine practice at men, is a non-steroidal produce prostaglandins, which are mised. management in the health and Westlock, Alberta. anti-inflammatory drug responsible for symptoms of pain A phenomena known as “stack- welfare of the horse. Then and usedP for the short-term relief of and inflammation. Prostaglandins ing” has become an increasingly only then is pain relief truly effec- pain, inflammation, and fever in are also responsible for maintain- common practice whereby non- tive and compassionate. horses. It is one of the most com- ing blood flow to vital tissues such steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs mon medications administered to as the lining of the stomach, intes- and/or medications are combined horses but indiscriminate use is tinal tract and kidneys. in hopes of further reducing pain wrought with adverse consequenc- As a result phenylbutazone’s and inflammation. These practices Phenylbutazone is recommended by the es. Therefore horse owners must mechanism of action in the body greatly increase the potential of manufacturer be aware of its appropriate and places vital tissues at risk, poten- adverse side effects. for veterinary use only prudent use. tially damaging the lining of the Phenylbutazone is indicated for gastrointestinal tract and compro- Document required the treatment of a wide variety mising blood flow to the kidneys. The indiscriminate use of phe- of musculoskeletal ailments. These Clinical signs of phenylbutazone nylbutazone in horses whether can include but are not limited to toxicity include loss of appetite, obtained through or outside the acute sprains, strains, injuries, mus- depression, teeth grinding, mild prescription system will continue cular overuse, tendonitis, degener- to come under increasing scru- ative joint diseases, navicular syn- tiny. As of July 31, 2010 all horses drome, laminitis, and arthritis. The slaughtered for human consump- hallmark of these ailments is pain tion in Canada must arrive at the and inflammation. Inflammation and pain when slaughterhouse with an Equine Since phenylbutazone can alle- Information Document. The EID viate pain in horses it may be used allowed their course are a identifies the horse and a record of inappropriately to mask lameness part of the natural healing medications administered to that for competition, work or sale pur- horse over the previous six months. poses. As such regulations regard- process. Horses that have received phenylb- ing its use varies within disciplines utazone are not eligible for slaugh- and their governing bodies. ter as phenylbutazone has been Phenylbutazone is frequently found to be linked to bone marrow the first drug of choice for pain toxicity in humans. The Canadian control and inflammation because colic, weight loss, renal failure, and Food Inspection Agency has zero it is relatively inexpensive and edema under the belly and in the tolerance for phenylbutazone in effective. It is carried under many legs. Hemorrhages and ulcers often food. Horse owners may expect brand labels and is available in occur in the mouth, esophagus, increasing vigilance and prudence Ima Bootscootin Lena tablet or paste formulation for oral stomach, cecum and right dorsal by veterinary practitioners whom administration, or as an injectable colon. prescribe phenylbutazone. 2004 ApHC Registered Stallion product strictly for intravenous Phenylbutazone’s injurious and Medications that relieve pain Canadian Supreme Nominated use. It is not given given intramus- lethal toxicities often come as a and inflammation without heed- cularly as it is extremely irritating complete surprise to owner’s due ing and acknowledging the expe- LTE $15,860 to the tissues. to ignorance, careless dosing, or rience that created the pain and 2007 Canadian Supreme Open & Ltd Open failing to recognize factors that inflammation can be counterpro- Sna e Bit Futurity Champion Risky practice increase the likelihood of adverse ductive, even harmful to the long- 2007 World Jr Working Cow Despite the manufacture’s rec- effects. term well-being of the horse. Horse Champion ommendations that phenylbuta- Certain populations of horses Pain is an intelligent form of 2009 Canadian Supreme Open Hackamore zone be administered under veteri- such as foals, ponies, older hors- communication from the body. Reserve Champion nary supervision, many horse own- es and debilitated or dehydrated Inflammation and pain when ers administer their own “bute.” horses carry a higher risk for harm. allowed their course are a part of Fletch is very consistent performer. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory Horses that are dehydrated are par- the natural healing process. As a He never placed worse than 4th drugs (NSAID) such as phenylb- ticularly susceptible to phenylb- messenger, pain brings informa- O spring of Show Age – 1 Next crop of Show age due to hit show pen in 2013

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MAY 2012 | www.horsesall.com 27 Association News

Paint horse club is Appaloosa club hosting clinics and competitions in full colour this spring pointed, judged by APHC judge APPALOOSA Harvey Stevens and National HORSE Reined Cow Horse Association, ALBERTA NRCHA, judge Cayley Wilson. ASSOCIATION PAINT There will be NRCHA approved OF ALBERTA classes as well as a line up of HORSE NARCHC (Northern Alberta www.ahaa.ca CLUB Reined Cow Horse Club) classes. www.northernhorse.com/aphc By Stephanie Dewes • May 20, 2012: The Big FN AHSO horse show will be held at ith spring in the Blacklands Ranch in . A full slate of ApHC By Angie Webb air, AHAA has been working very hard approved classes will be held on Sunday May 20th, 2012, judged pring time is here! The horses are either soak- to make this show Wseason a great one! We are very by Harvey Stevens. ing up the rays, or rolling in the mud. With that • May 21, 2012: The Appaloosa said, show season is nearing close and surely I am pleased to announce the launch of our new and improved website, Organization is host- not the only one counting down the days. Mane ing a Reining Clinic with Harvey SEvent (April 27th-29th) gives us the perfect opportunity to www.ahaa.ca. We will be posting Stevens at Blacklands Ranch. purchase some last minute show supplies, get insightful show dates and events on our calendar, as well as keeping up • May 27, 2012: The Color Spring education from the clinicians, and visit the APHC booth! Fling horse show will be held at spring show is May 19th and 20th, so make with member news throughout the year! We currently have four the Calouri Pavilion in Olds, sure to get those stall and master entry forms sent. Alberta with judge Deana It seems as though it’s turning out to be a very “color- ApHC pointed shows planned for this summer, as well as clinics, the Bjornson. ful” foaling season. Lynn Freeland sent me a very cute • June 2-3, 2012: The Spring picture of her newest addition, a loud colt by “Simply Battle of the Breeds and the Youth Team which will compete at the Classic horse show will be held at Terrific.” Natalie Hunter is excited to announce a sorrel the Cow Palace in Olds, Alberta overo colt by the late “SHP Jets Ivory Puff.” Dean and Jenn Canadian National Appaloosa Show. with judges James Simpson (June Hendrickson are thrilled with their double registered, bay 2) and Bonnie Miller (June 3). overo filly. “Pearl” is out of “Make Mine Zipped,” and sired IMPORTANT DATES: Canadian National Appaloosa by Lucky Diamond Chip. Pipestone Paints reports a bay • May 19, 2012: The Big FN Championship Youth Team mem- overo colt born to “PP Fleets Belle.” This very white little AHSO horse show will be held at bers will be announced within the guy is a full sibling to “PP Lil Sioux Te.” Also, a remarkable ments such as an oral essay, school marks, riding accom- Blacklands Ranch in Fort next month! Good luck to all of overo colt was born to “Three Chips Charm!” plishments and volunteerism. This award is worth $2500 Saskatchewan. ApHC approved the girls at Nationals! Angela Webb welcomed a beautiful bay overo filly. “Josie” dollars. Youth members are encouraged to participate. cattle classes will be held on Battle of the Breeds Team appli- is by “Sheza Invious,” also sired by Lucky Diamond Chip. Application forms can be found on the APHC website Saturday May 19th, 2012. Working cations are available on the web- Connie and Caylee Webb are enjoying their spb colt out of under “Scholarship.” cow horse classes will be dual site.  “Zips Miss Flit.” “Austin” is sired by “Invited Back.” Congratulations to Kris and Sheridan Konrad. They are The Zone 10, APHC, SPHC, and the Big West Color pleased to announce that they are expecting a baby this Classic committees are proud to offer the scholarship pro- November. Should be fun to see a new little face at the gram in 2012. The past two years have been extremely shows! That is all for now, if you have any news to share, successful. This youth event prides itself with require- please send it to [email protected].  Looking Forward and Looking Back having the opportunity to stop and ENDURANCE smell the roses and enjoy the com- Tara Gamble elected AEF president RIDERS pany of good friends. Looking back, I remember my first OF secretary. Both Maitland-Smith and who has taken on the responsibility rides I vetted 17 years ago. People ALBERTA Franke were re-elected to these posi- of chair of education. ALBERTA who were intensely competitive dur- tions. Bill deBarres is the well-known EQUESTRIAN www.enduranceridersofalberta.com ing the day, laughed, talked and Les Oakes is new to the board and and hard working re-elected chair reminisced at night. What I have FEDERATION serves as treasurer. As an accountant/ of breeds and industry. Also new to By Owen Fulcher learned is that no matter where in the financial planner, he will continue the board is Rebecca Munoz, cur- world I go, underneath the competi- www.albertaequestrian.com the important work of managing the rently an Olds College equine sci- sually I start my first col- tion is a camaraderie among competi- AEF’s approximate $750,000 budget ence student, and elected as chair umn with tips for getting tors. in a fiscally responsible manner. of public relations. She is a passion- your horse ready for the Looking forward, we need to he AEF is pleased to Sarah Torry, a 2011 Olds College ate advocate for youth, education up and coming endur- encourage new members and youth. announce their slate of graduate in the equine science pro- and direct involvement in the horse Uance season. However, this year I I think the lesson we gain from the directors for 2012 with gram is chair of sport. She is also chair industry. think it is far more important to take past is that this is not only a sport but Tara Gamble being elect- of the 2012 AEF conference commit- Serving as individual directors are: a look at where endurance has come also a social connection. New riders Ted president. tee and brings an important youth Lew Hand and Alison Douglas who from to what it is today and how we need to feel welcome and recognized Gamble served on the AEF board voice to the AEF. have returned to serve, and newcom- in Alberta and Canada can keep this as an important part of our sport. as an individual member and on the Brian Irving was re-elected as chair ers Raylene McWade, Ken Schmuland a viable sport into the future. This was one of the hot topics at this Scholarship Committee. She has over of recreation and is deep in the devel- and Laura Stenhouse. Dixie Crowson As a sport, in year’s AERC convention. What 20 years of industry teaching experi- opment of the 2012 Wild Rose Trail is past president. North America has its origins in the they’ve found is that if the first expe- ence instructing Western, English Ride with his team. Irving is a tireless The AEF also thanks Sandy Bell, Old West and the Pony Express. One riences of new riders are great and and jumping lessons. She is campaigner for the recreational rider Patricia McCormack, Cindy Holyoak of the oldest and most prestigious they feel included, they will continue. the Certified Horsemanship and encourages that “invisible” but and Julie Moorcroft for their service rides, the Tevis Cup, follows old trails Conversely, if their experience is bad, Association (CHA) past president, a large group to talk to the AEF. to the AEF and the tremendous work used to get goods and information we will not ever see them again. certified Master Clinic Instructor and Also new is Trish Mrakawa, an that they did. across the mountains to the west As one of many who loves this is a designated professional horseman award-winning Equine Canada coach The AEF is also pleased to welcome coast. In the earliest days of organ- sport, I look forward to a new season. with the Nicole McLaughlin, as our new ized endurance, it was simply a mat- I look forward to new friends and old. Association (AQHA). She has been Marketing and Program Support ter of riding your horse a given dis- I look forward to crappy rainy days fortunate enough to represent Canada Coordinator. Nicole joined the AEF tance with stops and completing. As and I look forward to sunshine. I look as First Runner-Up Miss Rodeo Canada team on April 2nd. time moved on, we recognized the forward to those I can help and 1998 as well as Miss Leduc Black Gold Nicole brings with her a business/ need to care for the horse and the advise. I look forward to watching my Rodeo 1998. marketing background, event plan- rider. family ride and achieve their goals. I In 2008, Gamble was a guest lec- ning experience and solid knowledge Today, we enjoy a sport that has look forward to travel to new places turer at the Ohio Quarter Horse of the equestrian industry. These skills appeal at all riding levels. Our rides and new sights and new friends. I Congress; January 2009 she presented will be a definite asset in helping her cater to the pleasure rider, the locally look forward to seeing the accom- two seminars at the Horse Owners & to exceed the AEF’s marketing and competitive rider and the interna- plishments of those who ride for our Breeders Conference; 2010 she pre- membership goals and further the tional competitor. A point of pride country. I look forward to the youth sented three sessions at the World success of the federation. for our sport should be that we with their fresh ideas and their Equestrian Games (WEG) in Wendy Kemble has resigned to accomplish all of this in a single dreams. I look forward to the horses Lexington, KY, and in 2011 presented develop a family horse business. The event. From the veterinary perspec- who are the most amazing of athletes. at the Mane Event in Red Deer, AB. AEF thanks Kemble for her long serv- tive, we have become much more I look forward to learning and sharing Currently she is the vice president of ice! aware and educated as to the risks with other vets and volunteers. I look the Miss Rodeo Canada Organization, For more information on the back- inherent in this sport and the unique forward to looking back with those of Certified Horsemanship Association grounds of the new board members, problems we encounter in endur- you who have been around as long or (CHA), and was recently appointed to please visit the AEF website, www. ance horses. longer than I have. the Strathcona County Economic albertaequestrian.com. You will find In spite of the strides forward I look forward to moving forward Development and Tourism Advisory their contact information. made on the technical side, it is still a as a person, as a vet and with this Committee. Contact the AEF: Phone 403-253- great experience to spend weekends sport so that we have a bright future Kippy Maitland-Smith was Tara Gamble, AEF President and 4411 or Toll Free 1-877-463- riding some of the most beautiful and for everyone involved …………past, elected vice president; Juliet Franke, her 10 year old gelding WY. 6233.  varied countryside in the world and present and future. 

28 www.horsesall.com | MAY 2012 Record draft horse prices at Royal Manitoba Winter Fair

yearling. Razor is sired by the Classic Futurity was a barn burner. WILD ROSE Pennsylvania-bred stallion, Greene Competition was fast. The three- DRAFT Mead Keystone. He is a stylish, year-old futurity horses well turned HORSE heads-up youngster, that can out and exceptionally well schooled. tramp. Little separated the 13 horses that ASSOCIATION Rose Hill Razel was the high returned, to contest the $42,640 www.wrdha.com priced . A last bid of purse, which owners of the ten high $9,500, placed by his breeder, a placed three-year-old horses shared. nervous Gordon Ruzicka, Rose Hill This year’s judges were Mark Barrie Percherons of Viking, AB, gave him of New York; Dale Burger of Ohio By Bruce Roy the black colt’s possession. The and Cal Lipsett, Jr. of ON. home-bred son of L.D.’s Shiawasee’s Fast as the competition was, Twenty-eight Belgians, Ozzie, Grand Champion Stallion at Duhaime’s Danica, a three-year- Clydesdales and Percherons sold the Draft Horse old Belgian mare, was the 2012 before a bumper attendance at Classic and Calgary Stampede in NAERIC Draft Horse Classic Futurity NAERIC’s 2012 Draft Horse Classic 2010 and 2011, was shown at winner. Bred and owned by Albert, Foal Sale, held a first time at Alberta’s 2011 Foal Show in October. Emma & Nikki Duhaime, Duhaime Brandon’s 2012 Royal Manitoba He placed third in his class. Belgians of Payton, SK; Doug Winter Fair. The crackling $4,162 Duhaime’s Danica, the 2012 winner of the NAERIC Draft Horse Futurity, Win, place or show at the 2014 Hobman of Nokomis, SK, did a stel- average was the best ever at this with (from l to r): Norm Luba, Executive Director, NAERIC, Albert NAERIC Futurity, Lake Bottom lar job fitting, shoeing, schooling annual auction. Consignors from Duhaime, Emma Duhaime, Sherry Hobman and Doug Hobman. Knox, the high priced Clydesdale, and showing her for them. All three were ecstatic. This was a $610 has an exciting future, barring acci- judges placed Duhaime’s Danica increase on the year! to contest the three different disci- sorrel Belgian colt, topped the 2012 dent. He is a hitch horse prospect, first on Halter and in the Rail Cart This year’s consignment, eligible plines. Shown on halter and in a rail foal sale. Don Peacock’s hammer fell one that should fuel a teamster’s Class. Two judges had her first for NAERIC’s 2014 Draft Horse cart class; they must be schooled and on a $11,700 bid, which gave his interest. A bay son of Donegal Pattern Driving, one judge had her Classic Futurity, was the best yet cat- well broke, to successfully contest buyers the coveted wild card. Deluxe Rocket, this $6,000 colt was fourth. Truly a beautiful female, alogued. Consignors can bid on their the Pattern Driving Class, which Delighted, his Saskatchewan breed- a sound investment. Bred by Randy structurally so correct, she is a spir- home-bred yearlings, as can all horse- would challenge the best chore ers, Nick & Tracey Den Brok, Rocky & Brad Delgaty, Delgaty Clydes of ited athlete. This Krebsie’s Nait men, who feel they have the exper- horse. The ten high scoring three- Bar Belgians, joined forces with their Minnedosa, MB; he was purchased daughter won $9,356.50 for her tise to challenge the rewarding pro- year-old horses at Brandon’s 2012 Esterhazy friends and neighbours, by two Manitoba horsemen, who owners. Purchased for $4,000 at the gram. Consignors add $1,000 of each NAERIC Draft Horse Classic Futurity Lyle & Brenda Walsh, to win posses- joined forces to own him — Darryl 2009 NAERIC Draft Horse Classic yearling’s purchase price to the hand- divided a handsome purse of $42,640. sion of Rocky Bar Razor, their choice Horn, Bel-Clydes of Virden and Foal Sale, she is one of three foals some futurity purse. Three judges, The winner collected $9,356.50, a of the 28 yearlings consigned. Given Allan Betteridge, Coyote Creek purchased for a modest price, that who work alone, score those three- lion’s share of this purse. the flurry of bids tossed, it was evi- Clydesdales of Minnedosa. led this year’s entry at the NAERIC year-old futurity horses that return, Rocky Bar Razor, a May-born, red dent buyers had an eye on this This year’s NAERIC Draft Horse Draft Horse Classic Futurity. 

Equine Code of Practice to be revised

lead organization responsible for vey, go to www.nfacc.ca/codes-of- The Ontario industry herd), the horse racing sector pro- facilitating their individual Code’s practice/equine and click on survey. is contributing $4.5 billion or 77 per vides 26 per cent of the total eco- development. For equine, it’s Equine cent of the total annual economic nomic contribution, and a $5.7 bil- Canada. The Canadian Food Inspection contributions from racing in Canada, lion annual economic impact. Racing The Equine Code of Practice will Agency (CFIA) is looking for feedback according to a new study released by in Ontario represents the largest pro- be scientifically informed, practical, from interested parties on the pro- Equine Canada and Strategic Equine. vincial sector for the national racing www.albertahorseindustry.ca and reflect societal expectations for posal for a legislative framework for The Economics of Horse Racing in industry, with more than 68 per cent farm animal care thanks to a Code traceability. Canada, an in-depth report on the of the total racing opportunities and Development Committee which The legislative framework can be horse racing industry on a province- 86 per cent of the total purses earned By Robin Moore brings together a broad range of found online at the CFIA’s website: by-province basis, identifies the sig- in 2010. expertise and industry knowledge. www.inspection.gc.ca nificant economic contributions The Economics of Horse Racing he National Farm Animal The Committee is also seeking stake- Written comments can be mailed to realized through horse racing in In Canada is the first in a series of Care Council (NFACC) is holder input through national sur- Peter Pauker Canada — the industry generates “state of the industry” reports to be conducting a second survey veys. This survey is the second to be Manager - CFIA Traceability Group, more than 47,000 full-time equiva- developed by Equine Canada from to gain further stakeholder conducted for equine. Domestic Policy Directorate lent jobs and $5.7 billion annually to the 2010 Canadian Horse Industry Tinput as it revises Canada’s official 1400 Merivale Road, “Stakeholder input is critical to the national economy. Profile Study, released in 2011. The Equine Code of Practice which serves the renewal process,” explains Jack de Ottawa, ON, K1A 0Y9 The racing sector represents a 2010 study provided the country as our national understanding of Wit, Chair of the Equine Code of Or emailed to trace.consultations@ small percentage of the total number with the broadest and the deepest equine care requirements and recom- Practice Committee and member of inspection.gc.ca and need to be of horses in Canada, but a signifi- analysis of the national equine indus- mended best practices. Equine Canada’s Board of Directors. received by May 3, 2012. cantly higher percentage of the over- try since Equine Canada first began NFACC is overseeing a multi-year “We strongly encourage all those all economic contribution that comes producing the reports in 1998. project to renew the Codes of Practice involved in our sport and industry to Equine Canada Releases Special from horses in Canada. With 45,000 The study can be downloaded for several farm animal species, provide input through this survey.” Report: The Economics of Horse horses active in the racing sector free of charge from Equine Canada’s including equine. Each species has a To complete this 10 minute sur- Racing in Canada (five per cent of the total Canadian website www.equinecanada.ca  Chuckwagon canvas auction sets new records

for the 12-time champion. That beat circuit — the WPCA GMC Pro Tour WORLD the previous high bid of $210,000, were hoping that the trend would PROFESSIONAL also for Kelly Sutherland in 2008 by carry over to the sales for the profes- CHUCKWAGON $90,000. The overall total for the sale sional circuit. was a record $4,015,000 beating the The 2nd chuckwagon canvas auc- ASSOCIATION 2007 record total of $4,003,500 by tion of the year — the WPCA GMC Pro www.wpca.com $11,500. Tour’s chuckwagon canvas auction The average bid on all 36 wagons took place on Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at was $111,527.78 up $32,638.89 from the Deerfoot Inn & Casino in Calgary, By Billy Melville $78,888.89 in 2011, with the median with remote locations in Medicine bid being $110,000 up $35,000 from Hat, Rocky Mountain House, Grande he unofficial start to the $75,000 in 2011. It was the highest Prairie and Bonnyville. Prime advertis- 2012 chuckwagon season average and median bids of all time as ing space on the tarps carried by the saw records fall at the first well. As mentioned previously, defend- best 36 chuckwagon drivers in the chuckwagon canvas auction ing Calgary Stampede Champion Kelly world were auctioned off for the bulk Tof the year for the Centennial Calgary Sutherland was the high bid at of the 2012 professional chuckwagon Stampede Rangeland Derby held on $300,000, up $130,000 from 2011’s season. Thursday, March 29, 2012 at the Archie top bid of $170,000, also for The overall total came in at Boyce Theatre on Stampede Park in Sutherland. $1,679,900 — up $134,650 over the Calgary Alberta. After the record setting sale at the 2011 total of $1,545,250 for the same Defending Rangeland Derby 2012 Calgary Stampede GMC shows. All of the seven shows were up Champion Kelly Sutherland set a Rangeland Derby canvas auction last over 2011 totals, and for the first time record for the highest single bid when Thursday, drivers from chuckwagon in history, each show crossed over the 3-time World Champion Jason Glass is again partnered up with Birchcliff Tervita paid an incredible $300,000 racing’s premier chuckwagon racing $200,000 mark.  Energy Ltd. MAY 2012 | www.horsesall.com 29 Association News

Stettin-Nakamun What’s the difference between a Pinto and Paint?

Sleigh Rally our booth at these events. If you CANADIAN would like to volunteer to help at There were approximately PINTO these events in 2012, please contact Roxanne. The most common ques- 100 participants with 14 sleighs HORSE tion asked is, “What is the difference NORTHERN and their passengers as well as ASSOCIATION 17 outriders. The door prizes between a Pinto and a Paint?” Very LIGHTS and raffle draws made for a fun- www.canadianpinto.com simply, any Paint can be registered as DRIVING CLUB filled community event. a Pinto in either the coloured or the Once again this year, Bruens’ breeding stock divisions, however, Acres Paints donated one of By Kerri-Lee Schmuland the Canadian Association their beautiful foals for raf- also registers coloured horses from most other Light Horse breeds includ- By Lori O’Meara fle. Many local businesses and he Alberta Pinto Horse families donated door prizes Association is hosting a com- ing Warmbloods and Curlys. In addi- tion we also accept coloured Draft n February 25, a half and sponsored the rally. bined Canadian Pinto and Horses such as the Gypsy Vanners dozen or so mem- A Best-Dressed prize went Open show at the Caluori TPavilion in Olds on May 25, 2012 and and have a separate registry for Pinto bers of the Northern to the driver of the Polynesian- Whata Lethal Weapon with Kerri- Ponies. If you have a coloured horse Lights Driving club themed sleigh with all the the Four-In-One (two judges) Show at Lee Schmuland. and the sire and/or dam is regis- tookO part in the Annual Stettin- bikini and grass skirt clad pas- the Cow Palace in Olds on July 27-29, all of the registration papers, pictures, tered with a recognized Nakamun Sleigh Rally. sengers (over snow gear, of 2012. Check our website at www. supporting documents and your pay- check out our current registration Despite the previous days’ course). canadianpinto.com for information ment at the same time. incentives. Our website is www.cana- dump of snow, there was a It’s great to see that winter and forms. All new members will be receiv- dianpinto.com and we also have a great turnout and all enjoyed a weather won’t keep the die-hard Clinton and Theresa Dufault ing a New Members Kit with cop- Facebook page. wonderful drive followed by an driving fans from coming out have donated a beef for our Youth ies of all the Canadian Pinto forms If you would like to show off excellent supper. and having a fun time.  Fundraising raffle. First prize is a full side of beef cut and wrapped and and program brochures. As these kits your Pinto at Spruce Meadows our second and third will split the other have not been available for several Battle of the Breeds team is looking side. Olds College is providing the years, all current members will also be for new participants. Our team must cutting and wrapping at a reduced receiving a copy of the kit via email. be entered by July 14 2012 so please price to support the cause. Funds If you do not have an email address contact Lisa at [email protected] or go to support our Youth programs. on file with us, please contact Valerie Shannon at [email protected]. Contact Roxanne at randrpaints@hot- at 780-470-3786 or Roxanne at randr- 2013 is our 50th anniversary! Stay mail.com. [email protected]. tuned for information on Anniversary At the Canadian Pinto meeting A Stallion Auction Appreciation Belt Buckles and our Annivesary in Red Deer on March 25, 2012 the Yearling Halter class is being devel- Celebration. We are having a 2013 members present agreed to a number oped. This class will be similar to a 50th Anniversary Edition Canadian of exciting incentives. We are pleased futurity with $500 added money and Pinto Calendar Photo contest. For to announce a temporary registration will only be eligible to certain foals each entry send three quality pic- incentive for “aged” horses. For the that are the offspring of stallions tures of any Canadian Pinto horse next year, you may register any eligi- registered in the Stallion Auction pro- registered in the Regular registry to ble horse that is three years of age or gram. Details will be available later. Roxanne at randrpaints@hotmail. older for the reduced price of $60 for If you have any questions, contact com. Each entry is $20 and you may members or $120 for non-members. Brandi at meriklewaters@hotmail. submit multiple entries. Winning As a family membership is only $45 com. Take the time to check out photos will be published in the calen- for the year, why not become a mem- the growing list of stallions that will dar and each entry will receive a free ber. Then, if you show at open shows, be available for our 2012 Stallion calendar. Deadline for submission is remember to also register in the ROM Auction at www.canadianpinto.com September 15, 2012. program. You can then earn points or on our Facebook page. Whata Lethal Weapon is one of towards certificates and year end tro- Last year members hosted booths the excellent stallions available in our phies when you report your results at the Mane Event celebrations in Stallion Auction. If you would like at the shows. In addition, for any- Red Deer AB, Chilliwack BC, and to see your Canadian Pinto in the one who is registering three or more Saskatoon, SK. We would especially Horses All, please send pictures and horses, there is a 10 per cent discount like to thank Roxanne and Shannon information to Kerri-Lee at horses@ on the registration fees if you send in for all their hard work in organizing rafterdiamondk.com. 

PHOTO CREDIT : LORI O’MEARA Andre Rioux driving his team of Clydesdales, Lee and Roy, at the Stettin-Nakamum Sleigh Rally with outrider Heather Rioux following. Mounted shooters growing in numbers and vying for national team spots

ALBERTA

By Linda MacKenzie

lberta Mounted Games is pleased to report that we are up to 30 members! We have been busy organ- izing clinics and competitions for this upcoming large audience of thousands, as well as television and Riding out of your mind internet broadcasts! games season! We welcomed an international equestrian sport psychology services This summer we have the pleasure of hosting two Agames coach and rider from Germany, Pola Preguel who put more world class riders who will be putting on a clinic at April Clay, M.Ed., on a clinic in March. Pola was very informative and a great Whitemud Equine Center, June 9-10. Huw Whitney (Wales) help to all the riders, leaving us with many winning tips and and Steven Chorley (Scotland) have won many team and Registered Psychologist tricks to apply to for our upcoming competitions. pairs championships, as well as World and European cham- We also hosted Canadian Mounted Games coach pionship titles. They are widely respected both on and off the Seminars and Consultation in Equine Sport Psychology Jim Dunn, for national team tryouts and a clinic on field. These two will be a wealth of knowledge, and we are April 14. Riders competed for 5 spots on the National impatiently awaiting their arrival! • Individual or group sessions • Keynotes team. Tryouts have already been held in Ontario and Alberta Mounted Games will be hosting a Pairs Series • On the ground or mounted • Email consultations British Columbia. The team selected this year is quite this year. Tentative dates are May 27, June 17, July 8, and a special one because not only will riders support Sept 16. The perfect topic for your next Team Canada at the 2012 World Championships in Check out our blog: http://albertamountedgames.blogs- Wales, but also the 2013 World Championships in pot.ca or www.canadamountedgames.com association meeting! New Zealand. Team Canada will battle it out against These sites will help you stay updated with practices, clin- the best Mounted Games riders in the world for the ics and competition dates. We keep it updated all the time Call or email to find out more: 403.283.5525 chance at a World title! These tours are looking to be with news and general information about our club. We hope quite impressive. The Welsh competition will be held to gather new members and grow our sport! [email protected] in conjunction with the Royal Welsh horse show. New All riders, ages and experiences are welcome to attend. For www.ridingoutofyourmind.com Zealand’s tour will be held in conjunction with the more information please contact: Linda McKenzie: 780-987- Horse of the Year Show. Both competitions will have a 7300 or [email protected]

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19-21 Leduc, AB 19-20 Keremeos, BC 18-21 Moose Jaw, SK Natural Horsemanship with Keremeos Elks Rodeo. For de- Band City Quarter Horse Show. The Month Ahead: Glenn Stewart, Stage 1 Clinic. For tails, visit: www.rodeobc.com For details, visit: www.sqha.org details, contact Crossbell Perfor- mance Horses: 780-916-0788, 19-21 Luxton, BC Band City Quarter 31-June 3 Ponoka, AB email: [email protected] Luxton Rodeo. For details, Quarter Horse Assocaiton of Horse Show or visit: www.thehorseranch.com visit: www.rodeocanada.com Alberta Chinook Quarter Horse Circuit. For details, visit: www. 19-21 MAY 18 - 21 19-21 Falkland, BC qhaa.com Horse Farming at historic Falkland Rodeo. For details, Bar U Ranch. Contact: Debra www.sqha.org visit: www.rodeocanada.com 18-21 Red Deer, AB Pigeon: [email protected] Parkland Spring Show #1. For (403) 395-2212 20-21 100 Mile House, BC details, contact Darlene Brou- 19-23 Calgary, AB 100 Mile House Rodeo. For de- wer: beakerbrouwer@hotmail. 403-226-6064, email: bcsum- Equine Advanced Massage tails, visit: www.rodeobc.com com or visit: www.showsecre- Clinics & [email protected] or visit: Techniques Level I presented tary.ca Seminars www.albertaequestrian.com by Hoof and Paw Body Workers 23-27 , AB Ltd. For details, contact Lynd- Grand Prairie Rodeo. For de- 20-21 Red Deer, AB 6-12 , AB sey Deutsch: 403-556-0716 or tails, visit: www.rodeocanada. Parkland Spring Show #2. For MAY Equine Massage Therapy email: [email protected] com details, contact Darlene Brou- April 23-May 1 Calgary, AB Course. For details, con- wer: beakerbrouwer@hotmail. Equine Body Worker Certifica- tact Sidonia McIntyre: 23-29 Clinton, ON 23-27 Grande Prairie, AB com or visit: www.showsecre- tion presented by Hoof and 1-888-EQUINE2 or visit: www. Equine Acupressure Level I pre- World Professional Chuck- tary.ca Paw Body Workers Ltd. For de- equinerehab.ca sented by Hoof and Paw Body wagons at the Grande Prairie tails, contact Lyndsey Deutsch: Workers Ltd. For details, contact Stompede. For details, visit: 23-27 Calgary, AB 403-556-0716 or email: info@ 7-9 Saskatoon, SK Lyndsey Deutsch: 403-556-0716 www.wpca.com Bow Valley Classic III. For hoofnpaws.ca Natural Horsemanship with or email: [email protected] details, contact Caroline Jones: Glenn Stewart Workshop. For [email protected] 24-June 14 Fort St. John, BC 25-27 Bonnyville, AB April 30-May 1 Stonewall, MB details, contact Wendy: 306- Natural Horsemanship with Bonnyville Rodeo. For details, Natural Horsemanship with 492-4995, email: w.eliason@ Glenn Stewart, 3 week Inten- visit: www.rodeocanada.com Glenn Stewart, Stage 2/3 xplornet.com or visit: www. sive Horsemanship Course. For Clinic. For details, contact thehorseranch.com details, contact Dixie: 1-877- 26-27 Clinton, BC Western Penny: 204-467-8789, email: 728-8987, email: Dixie@the- Clinton May Ball Rodeo. For [email protected] or visit: 8-9 , AB Performance horseranch.com or visit: www. details, visit: www.rodeobc. www.thehorseranch.com Jerry Tindell Private Sessions. thehorseranch.com com For details, contact Marlene 2-4 Stonewall, MB Quiring: 403-783-5210, email: 24-August 10 Fort St. John, BC 31-June 3 Leduc, AB MAY Natural Horsemanship with [email protected] Natural Horsemanship with Leduc Rodeo. For details, visit: 4-6 Ponoka, AB Glenn Stewart, Stage 4/5 or visit: www.albertadonkey- Glenn Stewart, 12 week Inten- www.rodeocanada.com Alberta Reined Cowhorse Clinic. For details, contact andmule.com or www.jerrytin- sive Horsemanship Course. For Show. For details, visit: www. Penny: 204-467-8789, email: dell.com details, contact Dixie: 1-877- cowhorse.ca [email protected] or visit: 728-8987, email: Dixie@the- www.thehorseranch.com 8-11 Calgary, AB horseranch.com or visit: www. 6 Stony Plain, AB Equine Myo-Fascial Release thehorseranch.com SALES Reining Alberta North Branch 3-4 Dawson Creek, BC Level I presented by Hoof and Show at Top Notch Perfor- Better Barrel Racing Clinic Paw Body Workers Ltd. For de- 25-27 Fairview, AB mance Horses. For details, with Sharron Camarillo. For tails, contact Lyndsey Deutsch: Reining Alberta Peace Branch MAY visit: www.reiningalberta.net Clinic with Amanda Antifaev. details, contact Samantha Dil- 403-556-0716 or email: info@ 4-5 Saskatoon, SK For details, visit: www.reinin- worth: 250-784-4764, or email: hoofnpaws.ca 10th Anniversary Western 11-13 Lloydminister, AB galberta.net [email protected] Horse Sales Unlimited. For 24th Annual Lloydminister 10-13 Westerose, AB 26-29 Fort St. John, BC details, visit: www.pedersen- Cutting Horse Show. NCHA, 3-7 Calgary, AB Jerry Tindell Riding Clinic. Natural Horsemanship with horses.com CCHA & SCHA approved. Equine Myo-Fascial Release For details, contact Marlene Glenn Stewart, Stage 1 Camp. For details, contact Colleen Level I presented by Hoof and Quiring: 403-783-5210, email: For details, contact Dixie: 4-5 , AB West: 306-699-2323 or email: Paw Body Workers Ltd. For de- [email protected] 1-877-728-8987, email: Dixie@ Perlich Bros 2012 Spring Horse [email protected] tails, contact Lyndsey Deutsch: or visit: www.albertadonkey- thehorseranch.com or visit: Sale. For details, visit: www. 403-556-0716 or email: info@ andmule.com or www.jerrytin- www.thehorseranch.com perlich.com 12-13 Fort St. John, BC hoofnpaws.ca dell.com Peace River Cutting Horse As- 31-June 3 Fort St. John, BC sociation Show. 4-7 Westerose, AB 12 Natural Horsemanship with Jerry Tindell Clinic. For details, Basic Driving Clinic presented Glenn Stewart, Stage 2 Camp. 17-20 Nanton, AB contact Marlene Quiring: by Alberta Carriage Supply. For details, contact Dixie: Shows & Alberta Cutting Horse Asso- 403-783-5210, email: marlene- Cost $250. For details, call: 1-877-728-8987, email: Dixie@ Competitions ciation Silver Slate and Aged [email protected] or visit: 403-934-9537 thehorseranch.com or visit: Show. For details, visit: www. www.albertadonkeyandmule. www.thehorseranch.com acha.ca com or www.jerrytindell.com 12-13 Red Deer, AB MAY Connected Riding with Sue. 3-6 Calgary, AB 19-20 Dawson Creek, BC 4-5 Stony Plain, AB Connect, center & balance Spruce Meadows May Classic. Peace River Cutting Horse As- Reining Alberta North Branch your riding. Cost $325. For de- EQUINE For details, contact Joanne sociation Show. tails, visit: www.horsesensedk. Clinic at Top Notch Perfor- EVENTS Nimitz: joanne.nimitz@spruce- mance Horses. For details, com/connectedriding meadows.com or visit: www. 24-27 Ponoka, AB visit: www.reiningalberta.net sprucemeadows.com Alberta Cutting Horse Associa- 13-16 Medicine Hat, AB MAY tion Show. For details, visit: 5-6 Cochrane, AB Equine Vertebral Realign- 9-13 Calgary, AB www.acha.ca 10-12 Stavely, AB Versatility Ranch Horse, ment Course. For details, Bow Valley Classic I. For de- Stavely Rodeo. For details, Working Ranch/Cowhorse and contact Sidonia McIntyre: tails, contact Caroline Jones: visit: www.rodeocanada.com 25-27 Claresholm, AB Ranch Cutting. For details, 1-888-EQUINE2 or visit: www. [email protected] Alberta Reined Cowhorse email: cdasoperationsman- equinerehab.ca Cowtown Derby & Stock Horse 12 Cochrane, AB [email protected] 10-13 Claresholm, AB Show. For details, visit: www. Cochrane Rodeo. For details, 17-29 Regina, SK Quarter Horse Assocaiton of cowhorse.ca visit: www.rodeocanada.com 5-6 Dawson Creek, BC Equine Vertebral Realign- Alberta Claresholm Range Advanced Barrel Racing Work- ment Course. For details, Round Up. For details, visit: 27 Fairview, AB 18-20 Caroline, AB shop with Sharron Camarillo. contact Sidonia McIntyre: www.qhaa.com Reining Alberta Peace Branch Caroline Rodeo. For details, For details, contact Samantha 1-888-EQUINE2 or visit: www. Show. For details, visit: www. visit: www.rodeocanada.com Dilworth: 250-784-4764, or equinerehab.ca 16-20 Calgary, AB reiningalberta.net email: [email protected] Bow Valley Classic II. For 19-21 18-21 Stavely, AB details, contact Caroline Jones: Horse Farming at the Historic 5-6 Delacour, AB Sid Cook Colt Starting and [email protected] Delacour Ag Society & Com- Horsemanship Classes. For Bar U Ranch. For details, con- munity Club Spring Horse details, call: 403-646-5595 or tact Debra Pigeon: 403-395- Driving Clinic. For details, visit: www.sidcookquarter- 2212 or email: deb.pigeon@ contact Cathy Summerscales: horses.com pc.gc.ca

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Selling a large selection of brand new and used saddles including team roping, barrel racing and buckaroo types. Also wool saddle pads, cutter pads, wool saddle blankets, stirrups, breast collar and saddle bags, as well as chaps and grooming supplies. We will be featuring 2 Heel O Matic roping Machines and some bones roping dummies. There will be a load of horse panels, galvanized round bale feeders and corner stall feeders.

2 STOCK TRAILERS INCLUDING 1 - 2010 Merritt Stock combo with 5’ tack room and 23’ 250-546-9420 of hauling space full swing 1/2 slide back door like new. Don @ 250-558-6789 2 - 2012 4 Star 8 x 28 stock trailer - 3 compartments www.valleyauction.ca full swing 1/2 slide back door, new.

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Standard Features: * All Steel Frame: * 12’Wide Center Alley * 4 - 12’ x 12’Woodlined Box Stalls: * 6’ Exterior Sliding Door Barn Options Available: * Heavy Duty Sliding Boxstall Doors * Colored Metal Siding of Choice * Skylight * Stall Feeders or 6’ Calving Gates: * Roof & Wall Insulation * Stall Mats 36’ x 24’ 4 Stall Barn Built in your yard ready to use!! $17,995. plus delivery * Tack Room * Tie Stalls Larger Sizes Available in 12’ increments * Windows * Stallion Stalls We don’t give estimates we give you the price!!! * Wider & Insulated Exterior Doors

Garages: Sold in Sizes: 15’, 18’, 24’ wide and variety of lengths. 8’3”& 9’6” wall heigths. All Steel Framed Many options available Check out the website www.theaffordablegarage.com

Garage Options Available: Ultimate in Hay 1. Horses don’t have their heads in a dusty bale * Ground Anchors * Windows 2. Horses don’t waste hay * Treated Wood Base Frame * Walk In Door Savers for Horses 3. Really helps in parasite control $459. * Skylight * Colored Roof

Very Safe HD 5 Bar Swinging Gates: 5’ High, 10’ long, 50’ Round Pen Package: 5 Bar $69. 6 bar $79. HD Well Pipe Panel with Gate 16’ $179. 7 Bar - 6’ HIgh - comes Quantity Discounts HD Framed Gate 24’, 4 bar with 10’ gate $479. 12’ $159. with 5’ ride 10’ wide, 8’ high, 30’, 5 bar, with 10’ gate $549. Available through gate $1695. 10’ $149. 5 bar cattle $459. other gate sizes available HW $1995. 6 bar bison, $479. Also 6 Bar Bison Gate

$299 Haysaver Goat & Sheep Sheep & Lamb Panels Tombstone Round Bale Hay & Grain Haysaver Round Bale Feeders Feeder $459. 7’ long,4’ high, 7 bar, $69. Feeder $369. 6’ long, 4 horse, $389 $349

Freestanding 21’, Corral Panels with chain connectors for cattle, bison, horse and sheep 4’ high, 7 bar sheep panel $169. 5’ high, 6 bar, lightest weight $179. Windbreak Frame made with 2 7/8” well pipe 5’ high, 6 bar, low pressure $199. 30’ long, 10’ cross leg, 5’ high, 5 bar, heavy duty $239. 6’ high, 7 bar, Bison or stallion panels $289. less boards $399.

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