Horsemen's Corral September 2023

The Horsemen’s Corral is the official publication for the following clubs:

Ashland Paint & Plain Saddle Club

Avon Lake Saddle Club

Black Swamp Driving Club

Buckeye Equestrian Association

Central Ohio Saddle Club Association

Central Ohio Wagoneers

Classical Attraction Dressage Society

Colorado Ranger Horse Association

Creek Side Mounted Archery

District One National Show Horse

Dusty Boots Riding Club

Flatlanders Dressage & Combined

Training Association, Inc.

Geauga Horse & Pony Association

Great Lakes Appaloosa Horse Club

Hoosier Quarter Pony Association

Knox County Horse Park

Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros

Massillon Saddle Club

Miami Valley Horse Show Association

Michigan Trail Riders Association, Inc.

Mid-Eastern Farriers Association

Mid Ohio Dressage Association

Mid-Ohio Marauders

National Pole Bending Association

Northern Ohio Dressage Association

Northern Kentucky Horse Network

Northern Ohio Miniature Horse Club

Northern Ohio Outlaws

Ohio Appaloosa Association

O.H.I.O. EXCA

Ohio Foundation Quarter Horse Assoc.

Ohio Haflinger Association

Ohio High School Rodeo Association

Ohio Horseman’s Council

Ohio Gaited Horse Trailriders

Ohio Morgan Horse Association

Ohio Paint Horse Club

Ohio Quarter Horse Association

Ohio Ranch Horse Association

Ohio State Buckskin Association

Ohio Western Horse Association, Inc.

Ottawa County Horse Foundation

Ohio Valley Team Penning Association

Pinto Horse Association of Ohio

Premier Mount N Trail

Pure Gold Stables

Tri-County Trail Association

Tri-State Rodeo Association

Wayne County Saddle Club

Western Reserve Carriage Association

The Corral Staff Editor

THE HORSEMEN’S CORRAL is published monthly by Horsemen’s Corral, 8283 Richman Road, Lodi, Ohio 44254. (ISSN 0164-6591). Published as Periodicals at the Lodi Post Office USPS 889-180 with additional entry points of Cleveland, OH 44101 and New Philadelphia, OH 44663. Periodicals postage paid at Lodi, Ohio, and additional entry offices. Subscriptions may only be purchased through Horsemen’s Corral member clubs. Single copies, $3.00 at select distributors. For subscriptions, address changes, and adjustments, write to: Horsemen’s Corral, P.O. Box 32, Lodi, Ohio 44254. Manuscripts, drawings, and other material submitted must be accompanied by a stamped self-addressed envelope.

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ABOUT THE COVER: GLCBRA Barrel Racer, Nikkole Nay and her horse Nays Hustlin Money turning the barrel at A-Bar Rodeo Productions event during the Richland County Fair in Mansfield, Ohio. Photo by Michelle Ross.

Ohio Paint Horse Club Hoosier Buckeye Palooza

scholarships at our 2023 awards banquet. All this information is available at OPHC.org in our rulebook. Completed scholarship applications with this information postmarked no later than Dec. 31, 2023. Mail to OPHC Scholarship, c/o Roger Taylor, 2889 Kendall Road, Akron, Ohio 44321. Roger’s number is 330/608-9524.

Good morning to all our friends and members in Corral land. Ohio Paint Horse Club (OPHC) and Indiana Paint Horse Club will sponsor one more show for this season. The Hoosier Buckeye Palooza is a four judge POR to be held Sept. 16-17 at the Hoosier Horse Park in Edinburgh, Ind. This is the last Midwest Connection Series Show for 2023. The OPHC general membership meeting is coming up. Nothing is set in stone at this minute but we’re looking at Nov. 4 or Nov. 11. There was talk about the awards banquet possibly to be held at the same place as last year, Springfield Mariott Courtyard. We are interested in your ideas as an OPHC member.

There is a nominating committee. This committee is seeking people who have the love of the Paint Horse plus new thoughts and ideas to keep our organization moving in a forward and upward position. Our shows this year have really been on an upward trend. Nominating committee will be looking for president, vice president, secretary, treasurer and three directors. If you are interested in any of these positions in leadership of the OPHC please contact any OPHC director or President Tim Snapp.

The OPHC Annual Trail Ride is Oct. 13-15 at Mohican State Forest in Loudonville, Ohio. Contact Elaine Bennett with your reservation or questions, you may have, 419/701-1854. Open to all breeds, this is always a fun weekend. Come join us on Saturday night and sit around the fire if you are unable to bring your horse. Make sure and enroll in the Ride Ohio Program. You may accumulate hours in the Ride Ohio program and also accumulate hours in APHA’s PAC Recreational Riding Program. Go to ophc.org. OPHC will recognize your riding achievements at 100, 500, 1000, and each 500 hours after those awards earned. The awards will be given out at the OPHC awards banquet.

Are you a junior or senior in high school or 23 years of age or younger? OPHC will be giving out

CORRAL

Congratulations to the High Point winners of the Summer Jam show held in Wooster, Ohio.

YOUTH WALK TROT: Emma Walter with My Lucky Hour

AMATEUR WALK TROT: Richard Vondenhuevel with Final At Bat

NOVICE AMATEUR: Kaitlyn Didier with Best of Sudden

AMATEUR: Kelly Powers with JM LivingForTheDance

The Border Bash show was held in Wauseon, Ohio. What a whale of a show that was! Every stall was filled. Those High Point winners are as follows:

OPEN: Heather Hembree with BluesDontComeEast

SOLID PAINT BRED: Hi Pt. Austin Rush with Lopin My Spots Off. Reserve Kathryn Boring with Red Hot Ragtop.

AMATEUR DIVISION: AMATEUR Hi Pt. Meggen Bayne with BMQ Legendary. Reserve Emily Fry with Guided N Blessed.

AMATEUR MASTERS: Heather Hembree with BluesdontComeEasy. Reserve Sharon Horn with Got Ya Watching Me.

NOVICE AMATEUR: Hi Pt Sheena Bridges with Got Ya Watching Me.

AMATEUR WALK TROT Hi Pt Jennifer Shook Bishop with Hes Pure Sultry. Reserve Caleigh Anderson and LP Boys Got Tallent.

AMATEUR SPB: Hi Pt. Bailey McCaffrey with Frosted Cherries. Reserve Kathryn Boring with Red Hot Ragtop.

YOUTH 13 & UNDER: Hi Pt. Rachel Jones with DressedToTheMaxxMan.

YOUTH 14-18: Hi Pt. Lexie Lalone with More tools. Reserve Jeanette Taulker with Invite Lucy.

NOVICE YOUTH: Hi Pt.Lucy Berghorst with Only Good Intentions. Reserve Makeena Noon with Sleeping With Acowboy.

WALK TROT 5-10: Hi Pt. Raelynn Walter with TC Girls Night Out. Reserve Emma Walter with My Lucky Hour.

YOUTH WALK TROT 11-18: Hi Pt Riley Metzger with CQ After Midnight.

YOUTH SPB: Hi Pt. Meggan Sitter with Sand In My Pants. Reserve Nicole Allerbrock with Lopin My Spots Off.

Congratulations to Linda Long who won the beautiful western purse raffle. Two Youth were presented a $250 check for scholarships. These were won by Makeena Noon and Harper Russel.

Special thanks to the Walters family, who hosted the hog roast. This show hosted 620 entries. Congratulations to all exhibitors, award winners, sponsors, volunteers and show staff.

Ride In Sync

Control The Shoulders To Control Your Horse

In my opinion, a horse can’t buck, kick or rear up if they are relaxed and square in their shoulders. Most performance problems; loping too fast, lead issues, bad reining spins, knocking over barrels in barrel patterns are all symptoms of shoulder problems. Last month we talked about things the rider can change to help correct shoulder problems. In this article we will talk about how to get your horses’ shoulders relaxed, now that you know how to sit properly in the saddle.

What we are going to talk about in this article should be very easy. However, don’t be surprised if you have trouble applying these techniques. As I always say, your instincts can be your own worst enemy.

A horse that is soft in the mouth is also soft in the shoulders. Number 1 rule—no jerking and yanking. If your hands are soft, your horse is more likely to be

soft in the bridle. Conversely, if you pull on your horse, your horse will pull on you. When you jerk on your horse, it will stiffen and brace in the jaw, neck and shoulders. Try this…pick up your inside rein and feel it, like you are holding hands with someone. If your horse resists and does not give, bump lightly without pulling or jerking. Your hand needs to be in front of the saddle. Absolutely no jerking downward. When you jerk downward, you lean forward and make your horse forehand heavy. I have always been taught that in dressage there are three names for the inside rein; direct, leading and softening. If you look up those three words in the dictionary, you will never see the word ‘pull.’

When you get to the point that you can pick up the inside rein and the horse will give to light pressure, tipping their nose to the inside, then it is time to apply inside leg pressure. At this point,

the goal is to get the horse to bend in their ribcage and move their shoulder, taking a step outward. Pick up the inside rein and close it against the neck. Then in rhythm with the inside front leg, bump your inside leg at the girth. Your horse should give their nose, bend in their ribcage and take a step over with their inside front leg. As soon as you start to feel your horse take a step, let go and reward your horse. Got it? Now do that 10,000 times. To get a horse to give to the inside rein and stand up in the inside shoulder enough to move and take that step over is not going to happen in a day. Slow repetition and lots of patience is the key.

Now we can talk about the outside rein. Once you have your horse standing up in the shoulders to take that step over, you can apply the outside to rein which will help support the horse as they step over. If you think about it, the horse’s hind end is their motor. As we have talked about in past articles, the horse cannot get the drive from their motor if they are not square in the front end (i.e. shoulders!). The outside rein comes into play because that creates balance. Remember that horses are bilateral, just as we are. When you add outside rein to the picture, it aligns the back end slightly to the inside creating balance. If you ever watch a horse canter in the pasture, you will notice that their outside hind leg will track up between their front feet. They are showing you that they are naturally bilateral. To get this type of balance when

we are riding, it becomes important to use your outside rein which is your speed and headset rein.

The rider body position I talked about in the last article along with the exercises described in this article is a beginning to getting your horse’s shoulder square and soft. But there is so much more in getting a horse and rider truly riding in sync, as a team. The only way to learn is to seek knowledge and then ride. Questions about this or any of our articles can be emailed to us at myers5000@aol.com.

Terry Myers is a national clinician and champion horse trainer with a depth of knowledge developed from over 50 years in the horse industry. Myers has been a popular clinician at multiple expos in the U.S. and Canada. To learn more about Myers’ Ride-InSync methods as well as clinic and training services available, visit www.tmtrainingcenter.com or on Facebook.

Western Horse Association

Fall Round Up Scheduled in September

Hello fellow Corral readers!

I’m not sure about you but this summer has flown by and fall is fast approaching! Ohio Western Horse Association (OWHA) hopes that you have had a show season full of memories and were able to reach the goals set forth earlier in the year. Unfortunately, OWHA has had a bit of a wet show season with several shows being cancelled due to rain, storms and soupy arenas. We are still trying to figure out the lesson Mother Nature was teaching us. Perhaps, patience? But with that being said Mother Nature was on our side on Aug. 5 for the 5th Annual Karlee Hooker Memorial Speed Show! Many of our members and friends look forward to this special show to

celebrate Karlee and her absolute love of horses. Attendees and participants dressed in her favorite colors, purple and lime green, for the show. OWHA would like to congratulate all the class winners. We loved seeing all the ribbons and trophies with lots of smiles in all pictures shared. The Adult High Point winner was Megan Gossard. The Youth High Point winner was Maddie Gossard. A special thank you to all who helped in any way, shape, or form to make this such an awesome show! Karlee is loved and missed by many.

Sadly the 2023 show season is

coming to an end. We may not have had the number of shows we usually have, but we were still able to make some great memories. We hope to make some more with the last show of the season, the 2023 Fall Round Up from Sept. 22-24. The show will be held at the Champaign County Fairgrounds in Urbana, Ohio. The show bills and Youth Team Tournament information can be found on our website, www.owha.org. We look forward to seeing old and new faces!

Remember, feel free to contact our OWHA Board members for any information and questions. Happy Fall Y’all!

Wayne County Saddle Club

Two Fun Shows Added to 2023 Schedule

As the show season at the ‘Hollow’ approaches the halfway mark it is still accurate to say the season is going great with prospects of continuing the very same way. That’s not bragging; it’s just plain fact. And, two more events have been added to the schedule. By popular demand, Rachael and Sheena have scheduled two more of their brand of fun shows for Sept. 30 and Oct. 22. Start time for both is 1 p.m. You can contact Rachael at 419/606-9712 and Sheena at 330/600-0284 for more information.

The banquet committee already has the date and place. The banquet will be Jan. 13, 2024 at someplace new for us. It’s called the Lighted Lantern

near Fredericksburg south of Wooster. Of course much more information will follow but I can pretty well assure you of the continuation of the popular carry-in dinner with election for 2024 officers and directors, presentation of year-end awards followed by music and dancing.

The arena continues in great shape and the grounds well groomed. Thanks to Matt and Colin (and everyone else who has helped). Improvements are also being made to the sound and lighting systems.

The pleasure, contest, Friday night series, and the fun shows on Sundays and one Saturday have all been produced with the care, planning, and execution of the

caliber we at the Wayne County Saddle Club are well known for. All those folks deserve a big thank you! I know they wouldn’t mind hearing it from you, too!

By the time you read this, the open contest show at the Wayne County Fair will most likely be history. I hope you had a chance to compete there and enjoy what many think is the best county fair around. 4-H horse events continue throughout the week so If you do get this in time, feel free to check it out. For open show information, call Beth at 330/201-2222.

After being laid up and missing most shows, I am especially looking forward to the late September and October events.

Of course, the Roundup (Oct. 14 and 15) with its two day free fun shows, Saturday night country gospel singers are my personal favorites since I have a lot to do with the organization and production. That said, every event at the ‘Hollow’ is produced by folks with every bit as much devotion to a quality product. Again, thank you all for making 2023 at the Hollow another great year!

The worship group continues to meet first and second Sundays of each month. Welcome! No matter why you come to the ‘Saddle Club’ you are, indeed, welcome. So, why not join us?!

Ohio High School Rodeo Association

Ohio Team Finishes Fourth at National High School Finals Rodeo

teams in division three. Garrett Houin won 5th place in the talent show, which was among the many activities aside from the rodeo. Our volleyball team won the first round, but suffered a tough loss in the second. We had fun, but we should probably stick to rodeo.

The High School division wrapped up their season in July at the 75th Annual National High School Finals Rodeo in Gillette, Wyo. Thirty-four contestants from Ohio competed for a chance to make it back to the short-go. Of those contestants, four made it back for a short at a national title! Hadassah Mullet finished 16th in the breakaway, Tyler Manor finished 10th in the bull riding, Owen Gardner finished 9th in the steer wrestling, and Jeffrey Carver finished 5th in the boys cutting. As a team, Ohio finished fourth out of the 11

There is still time to enter for the 2023-2024 season and earn a trip to the NHSFR next year in Rock Springs, Wyo. We offer rodeo events for boys and girls grades 5-12 as well as cutting, reined cowhorse, trap shooting, and light rifle. We have four rodeos in the fall and four in the spring where competitors accumulate points for their shot at Nationals.

For more information visit https://ohiohighschoolrodeo.org

FALL SCHEDULE

SEPT. 2-3: Champaign County Fairgrounds, Urbana, Ohio

OCT. 14-15: Crazy Woman Ranch, Lancaster, Ohio

NOV. 4-5: Henderson Arena, Jackson, Ohio

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• Zoned Comm/Res.

• Permitted use Vet Clinic, etc.

• Comm. septic and buildings

• I-71, I-76, Route 224

• 5 Acre Lake, lrr. system

• Both wooded and open

• $2.3 mil/possible financing

• Realtors welcome

Ohio Valley Team Penning Association

July Star Spangled Show Largest of Season

PRESIDENT, John May

VICE PRESIDENT, Heidi Austin

SECRETARY, Sue Mangus

TREASURER, Debra Lyons

EMAIL, ovtpasecretary@gmail.com

FACEBOOK, Ohio Valley Team Penning Association

The Ohio Valley Team Penning Association (OVTPA) July Star Spangled Sorting was the largest show of the 2023 season, running 356 teams! The High Point winners for the day winning beautiful buckles donated by Schneiders were Open Pam Bradshaw, Amateur Jennifer Lockhart, Novice Kurt Miller. Congratulations!

Results from our July show— congratulations to the winners! Elite: Casey May and Bob Jamison. Open: Pam Bradshaw and Casey May. #4: Dee Wyer and Mandi Kooken. #8: Elizabeth Erb and Mike Robers. Western Heritage: Jennifer Lockhart and Tim Tuttle. Youth: Bella Hodas

and Nora Bryte. Way to go to all of the riders for the day!

OVTPA would like to thank Miss Jackie from Roam Photos for coming to the July show and taking photos. Check out the OVTPA Facebook page for details.

OVTPA Sorting Show dates are held on Saturdays at Treharne Training Center, 49053 Fredericktown/Clarkson Road, Negley, Ohio. The last show for the season is Sept. 16. Classes start at 9:30 a.m. Any questions contact President John

May, 814/397-3265 (see our complete showbill in the April Horsemen’s Corral).

The points races for each division are closer than ever. Stay tuned as the last show wraps

up the season. It will be exciting to see who ends up on top this year and who will win the three Bowden saddles sponsored by Katie and Bob Jamison and John May.

Premier Mount N Trail Another Amazing Season Coming to a Close

make new friends, and conquer new challenges.

If you’ve been competing for the PMT Supreme Grand Champion and chance to win a Double S Work and Trail Saddle, make sure you mark your calendar for our last shows of the season. Both dates are offering double points shows.

We’ve had another incredible session of competition with Premier Mount N Trail (PMT). It’s been wonderful to see competitors of every age come out and enjoy our PMT parks,

PineCreek Horseman’s Camp in Hocking Hills, Ohio, on Sept. 9. CreekSide Horse Park in Waynesburg, Ohio, on Sept. 16 and 17. The 17th is the double points show.

Best of luck and happy riding! Any questions, email us at premiermountntrail@gmail.com

Mustang Journey is a non-profit 501c3 located in the southwest corner of Ohio, operating solely on donations and volunteers. We will adopt, purchase, gentle, train and rehome Bureau of Land Management Mustangs and Rescue Horses.

If you are interested in volunteering with Mustang Journey through our Veterans program, joining our care team or simply want to learn more about these majestic animals, please contact Troy Day (513) 900-7742

Michelle Moran (513) 235-4498

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Reduce the Risk of Feeding Horses Contaminated Hay

While horses may normally avoid ingesting noxious weeds or moldy hay, they can be more likely to ingest them when mixed into their feed. It’s especially important to be cautious when horses don’t have access to pasture and additional feedstuff.

Potential Health Risks From Contaminated Hay

Hay containing endophyte-infected fescue can cause reproductive problems (such as prolonged gestation, dysmature foals, and agalactia) in pregnant mares. Hay with legumes (especially clover) infected with Rhizoctonia leguminicola can cause slaframine toxicosis in horses, which can lead to profound hypersalivation and dehydration. While contaminated hay can cause direct negative effects to a horse’s health, there can also be indirect effects:

• Moldy hay is less palatable and can decrease feed intake, leading to a loss of condition in horses.

• Weeds with little nutritional value can also cause weight loss, as they can decrease the percentage of grass or alfalfa, and thus the nutritional content of the hay.

• Underlying respiratory issues can worsen in horses with heaves.

Decrease Risk of Dangerous Hay

1. Regularly inspect hay fields for the presence of noxious weeds. If found, they should not be bailed into the hay. Either eliminate the weeds with the use of herbicides or, if possible, avoid harvesting that area of the field.

2. Be sure to purchase hay from reputable producers.

3. Maintain the quality of the hay:

• Store in a dry, cool area with good ventilation.

• Keep vermin away from the hay—rodents who die in the hay and are fed to horses may cause botulism and feces from opossum can potentially pass on EPM.

Handling Ingestion of Contaminated Hay

If you think a horse may have ingested a toxin in their hay, immediately stop giving them the suspect feed. Be sure to thoroughly examine the hay to see if you can identify any areas of mold or any noxious weeds. Often, the best way to do this is to submit a sample of the suspect hay to a veterinary diagnostic lab.

Because some hay may have ‘hot spots’ where there are high concentrations of mold or noxious weeds, be sure to sample multiple areas of the hay from different bales.

Samples should be stored in a dry, cool area before submission. Typically you will need to submit about one pound of hay for testing.

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Saddle Club

Three Shows Left in 2023, Banquet Information

Hello everyone, happy September! Massillon Saddle Club (MSC) hopes that all is well for you, your family and your friends.

2023 is the 75th anniversary of incorporation of MSC as an Ohio non-profit. There are some special anniversary T-shirts displayed at the showgrounds. If interested, please message through the MSC Facebook page. It seems as if the show season has barely started, but, the calendar shows that there are only two more 2023 point shows remaining. September 10 pleasure show with Judge Terry Myers, and Sept. 24 contest show. The last opportunity to fulfill your year end award volunteer hours is quickly

approaching. The awards committee has found some incredible items for those who have completed their volunteer hours. If you can’t complete the hours on show day, please consider helping at either the final pleasure or contest show. There are also opportunities prior to show days for various grounds projects. If you need more hours and cannot attend a show, please contact Leanne.

The final show of 2023 is the Halloween Fun Show and Costume Contest Oct. 29. All classes at the Fun Show are $1 with multiple runs permitted at $1 each. Placings are based on best time.

The year end awards banquet and annual election of officers will take place on Nov. 9 at Nickajack Farms. The banquet is open for members, and nonmembers; all are welcome. Reservations are pre-sale only; no tickets sold at the door. The evening includes a buffet meal, followed by Loretta’s amazing desserts, election of 2024 officers, 2023 award presentations, and silent auction/raffle items.

The 2024 board members and officers will be elected at the banquet. If you are currently a member 18 years or older, and would like to be considered for any of the positions, please feel free to add your name to the aspiring candidates. All positions are volunteer; MSC officers and board members do not receive any monetary compensation or reduced class fees. In addition, board members and officers are the core volunteer crew for all events. If you would like to help with the shows in 2024, but are unable to commit to attending the monthly meetings in addition to helping at the shows, please feel free to volunteer for a specific show or task. If you would like to add some pizazz to the basic forms, please let us know. All volunteers are gratefully accepted.

Please see the Massillon Saddle Club Facebook page for the banquet registration form. Donations are being accepted for the banquet raffles and silent auction. All donations are accepted and are not limited to horse related items. In the past,

some of the donated raffle/silent auction items were decorated wreaths, movie night baskets, pet baskets, unique items from crafters, and gift certificates/ discounts from businesses. If you are a crafter, a business owner,or a feed representative, we would love to be able to promote you and your business by including your donation.

Please let us know what you liked during the 2023 season. Would you like to have more clinics? And, if so, what would you like to see at those clinics? What are the things that could be improved? Did you participate in the Saturday pleasure shows? 2023 Saturday dates were added at request of the members. If this did not work with your schedule, please let us know.

Plans and show dates for 2024 begin immediately following the banquet. If there is a specific event that you would like to see, please let us know.

Until show day, we hope that you have good rides, and wonderful days!

~Massillon Saddle Club, Inc.

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Diagnostic Services

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Brave Horse CBD Teams Up with Extreme Cowboy Association

Brave Horse CBD believes that Healthy Horses are Calm, Brave and Dependable. Our new partnership with The Extreme Cowboy Association is the perfect fit. Keeping our horses mentally and physically healthy can be a challenge. The Extreme Cowboy Association is providing a sport that does just that. Competitors work their horses through different obstacles in an arena. Dr. Brian Biggers, DVM. MS says, “Repeated movements by a horse can cause undue wear and tear on their tendons, ligaments, and

O.H.I.O EXCA

joints. Whereas, utilizing multiple disciplines are much better for a horse’s overall health.”

Cole Cameron, clinician and trainer of the sport says, “I look at EXCA like cross training for horses. Not only does it improve their athleticism but helps with their overall attitude and makes

a well-rounded horse. Combining obstacles with performance work helps your horse to think more, and react less, creating a safe environment for both horse and rider.”

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Thanking Our Sponsors

As the season is coming to an end we would like to congratulate our June and July class winners.

YOUNG GUNS: Eva and Mocha, Theo and Rossette

YOUTH: Rachel and Bandit

RIDE SMART: Cheryl and Lil Miss Rowdy

NOVICE: Mike and Dillion, Raylena and Katori Dunit Slick

GREEN HORSE: Kayla and Paisley, Madison and Karmel

NON PRO: Cheryl Hodgkins

PRO: Kayla and Karma

We want to also thank our sponsors: Prickly Hill Co. (custom clothing and tack), Shaemar Snaps and Customs, J. Rae Pariza, Equikinetics LLC, KRS Horsemanship, Schneiders Tack, Creekside Horse Park, and Feisty Web Creations. Thank you to everyone who has volunteered and competed with us in the 2023 season!

Good luck to every one competing in the extreme state championships at S Bar L arena! We will also be having our end of the year banquet later in the year. Stay tuned for banquet information and 2024 races, clinics, and more!

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Mid-Ohio Marauders Ohio State Fair July Shoots

RES. SENIOR COWGIRL, Karen Hughes

SENIOR COWGIRL, Renee Calvin

VICE

SECRETARY,

TREASURER,

PHONE, 740/206-7214

EMAIL, midohiomarauders@gmail.com

WEBSITE, www.midohiomarauders.com

ARENA ETIQUETTE

As another friendly, safety reminder, to try to prevent any incidents that result in serious injury to both riders and horses as a result of poor arena etiquette, please abide by smart arena etiquette and help the less experienced riders learn the rules of the arena.

OHIO STATE FAIR I RESULTS

LIMITED WRANGLER, Nathaniel Hewitt

OPEN CAVALRY, JD Hughes

LIMITED RIFLE, Missy DeForest

OPEN RIFLE, Cole Caster

LIMITED SHOTGUN, Spenser Goebel

OPEN SHOTGUN, Cole Caster

RESERVE COWGIRL, Melissa Shaner

OVERALL COWGIRL, Hollianne Windle

RESERVE SENIOR COWBOY, JD Hughes

SENIOR COWBOY AND RESERVE COWBOY, Tim Calvin

OVERALL OVERALL, Jared Penley.

OHIO STATE FAIR II RESULTS

LIMITED WRANGLER, Nathaniel Hewitt

RESERVE COWGIRL, Michelle Long

OVERALL COWGIRL, Holly Payne

RES. SENIOR COWGIRL, Amie Cline

SENIOR COWGIRL, Sally Dennison

RESERVE SENIOR COWBOY, Tom Byrne

SENIOR COWBOY, Tim Calvin

RESERVE COWBOY, Drew Wallace

OVERALL OVERALL, Ezra Yoder.

We also celebrated several move ups. Caitlin Brohm from L1 to L2. Mike Maris from SM1 to SM2. Ezra Yoder from M4 to M5. Look for the move-up dances on social media.

Check out the Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association (CMSA) website for complete results, https://www.cmsaevents.com/ events/event.php?id=12174&sh ow=points&group=Revolver&t ype=National

As always, if you are interested in joining the Mid-Ohio Marauders, the central Ohio club for CMSA, please visit us at Midohiomarauders.com

or on Facebook at Mid-Ohio Marauders. See you soon!

2023

SCHEDULE

SEPT. 22-24: Club Shoot, Madison County Fairgrounds

OCT. 22: AAQH Congress Shootout, Ohio Expo Center, Columbus, OH

1066 Bell Road • Wooster, Ohio 44691

Welcome to this remarkable equestrian property that combines rustic charm, modern amenities, and a central location. Nestled on a picturesque lot, this property offers everything an equestrian enthusiast could dream of, from a well-appointed barn to a cozy log home. With its convenient proximity to Interstate 71 and State Route 30, this property provides easy access to both Wooster and Ashland, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a tranquil country lifestyle without sacrificing convenience.

• The first stop of this equestrian oasis is the magnificent log barn designed to cater to the needs of both horses and their caretakers. The barn features four spacious stalls, including a doublesized stall for added space. The feed/tack room provides ample storage space for all your equestrian equipment, while the sawdust stall ensures easy maintenance and cleanliness. A hay/storage loft offers abundant space for storing hay bales and supplies.

• Connected to the log barn is a walkway that leads to a versatile pole building housing an impressive 80x120 indoor arena. Perfect for training and exercising your horses in any weather. Additional amenities in the pole building include a wash stall for grooming your horses and a large tack room for organizing all your riding gear. Six more 12x12 stalls provide accommodation for additional horses or breeding programs.

• The log barn is equipped with a separate well, ensuring a reliable water source for your equine companions. Your horses will thrive in the five fenced pastures, three of which feature automatic waterers for continuous hydration. The 80x200 outdoor riding ring offers even more space for outdoor training, jumping, or simply enjoying a ride amidst the beautiful surroundings.

• Completing this incredible property is a charming log home built in 2005. The home boasts two to three bedrooms, with a main-level master. Relax and unwind on the inviting threesided porch, where you can take in the tranquil views of the surrounding countryside.

With its exceptional equestrian facilities, central location, and charming log home, this property presents a rare opportunity for horse lovers and those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle. Don’t miss out on the chance to make this equestrian paradise your own. $780,000. Schedule a showing today!

nicholasrosner@howardhanna com

juliehuffman@howardhanna com

Michigan Trail Riders Association, Inc.

MTRA Family Ride — A Lot More Than Riding

course, there is lots of circle/loop riding for miles around the camp, however, it’s the other activities that make this event so special and memorable. This year’s event was held at the Schecks

Trail Camp near Traverse City. The location rotates between Shore to Shore trail camps in order to offer different trails and activities every year.

In addition to miles of trails and destinations, like Dollar Lake and the grave of young Emma Northrup, a fertile lesson in history especially for the kids, the Boardman River is a big attraction here at Schecks Trail Camp near Traverse City. With numerous drop off points, the river, often cited as the coldest river in Michigan because it is spring fed, offers an abundance of opportunities for tube floats and kayaking. With a pull-out right at the horse camp, it’s an ideal and safe way to enjoy the water on a hot day. Don’t be surprised if there’s a welcoming committee on the beach, with

fully loaded water guns to make your arrival entertaining!

Of course, the pull-out is also a watering spot for horses, so it’s a great training opportunity for desensitizing your horse to water crossings and any variety of people and watercraft floating by!

Evenings include rounds of games, like cornhole, ladder ball, cards, and a unique water balloon toss, followed by campfires and singalongs. Next year’s ride will also include a craft day, and a day when the group will move to a new camp, with the kids actually riding a leg of the Shore to Shore trail to the next camp!

With two rides still left in the season, there’s never been a better time to explore the Michigan Trail Riders Association at Mtra.org!

WRCA Member Competes at International Competition

have the results in the next Corral article. What a great experience for her!

Our next drive is at Swine Creek in Middlefield, Ohio, on Sunday, Sept. 24.

Chrissy Aitkin is currently in the Netherlands in preparation for the Para Driver Championships. She is leasing a lovely chestnut mare named Gerritije. She was chosen as an alternate to the US team and is able to compete as an individual. Stacey Giere is joining her shortly to assist and navigate. Chrissy returns at the end of August and we should

The dog days of summer are here. Our Carlisle Drive on July 29 had all those elements: warm, humid, rain showers. The day was bright and sunny but as people traveled to Carlisle, the skies opened up! Sue and Roger Murray, Mary Thomas, Becca Rich, Tim and Michelle Stevens, Angie Hohenbrink, Jo Ann Murr, and Cathy Rhoades, met at the shelter to enjoy our potluck. By the time we were done, the day improved. The only carriages to drive were Cathy and Jo Ann. The trails were fairly dry but the few puddles gave us the opportunity to train for water. There were a few items to navigate the ponies close to: tires, flags, caution tape, but nothing phased these ponies.

Our end of the year gathering is Nov. 12 at Brushwood Lodge in Summit County Metro Park. The club will be purchasing the main meat/dish and members are asked to bring a dish to share. More information on this event in the future.

Brookfield Saddle Club is having a fun driving event on Sept. 10. Many different divisions according to size. This is run by Paul Hurd who used to do the Randolph Carriage Show, 330/469-4597.

Check out our local county fairs, Lorain, Medina, Wayne, Geauga, Canfield, etc. Many of our members show and drive at these fairs.

Member Renee Jackwood has participated for several years in the Lebanon Ohio Carriage Parade and Christmas Festival. This year it is on Saturday, Dec. 2. They have a 1 p.m. Carriage daylight parade and also a candlelight parade at 7 p.m. They are always looking for entries into this well run event. This is not a

44th Annual Fall

WRCA event but whether you go to watch or participate, it is a very enjoyable day. Check out the Lebanon Chamber of Commerce web page for more information and entry forms. Renee is also available for any questions, mightyoakminis@gmail.com

Big Dee’s in Streetsboro has tack, feed, barn supplies, great clothing and some driving items. Don’t forget to mention you are a WRCA member. We receive bonus points that the club uses to buy prizes for our club functions. Support this local business and the advertisers in the Corral!

MID-OHIO DRAFT HORSE & CARRIAGE SALE

October 9-14, 2023

Mt. Hope Auction, Mt. Hope Ohio Unloading Tack, Field Equipment and Carriages on Monday & Tuesday (October 9, 10)

MID-OHIO DRAFT HORSE EXPO

Oct. 9-13 in the Event Center

Contact Paul Money 330-473-7046

MONDAY, OCTOBER 9

3:00 PM - Cataloged Pony Sale

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 10

8:00 AM Cataloged Riding Horses, Crossbreds, Clydesdales, Friesians, Spotted Drafts, etc.

1:00 PM Weanling/Yearling Sale in 2nd ring in original sale ring.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 11

8:00 AM - Tack

9:00 AM - Field Items & Horse Implements

9:00 AM - Antiques

9:00 AM - Harnesses

10:00 AM - Box Wagons

11:00 AM - Saddles

12:00 Noon - Carriages

4:00 PM - Horse Pull Demonstration

6:00 PM - Cataloged Haflinger Sale

Carriage Consignors: There will be online bidding for the Carriage Sale. To advertise your carriage before the sale, please preconsign by Oct. 7. Send photos and consignments to info@mthopeauction.com

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12

8:00 AM – Cataloged Percheron Sale followed by cataloged Pulling Bred Belgians

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13

8:00 AM – Cataloged Belgians followed by Uncataloged Draft Horses

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14

7:30 AM Regular Horse Sale

Catalog will be available at mthopeauction.com

Mailing Address: Mt Hope Auction PO Box 82 Mt Hope OH

Location: 8076 SR 241 Millersburg OH 44654

Ph. 330-674-6188 - Fax: 330-674-3748 - www.mthopeauction.com

Thurman & Chester Mullet, Mgrs.

Buckeye Equestrian Association Join Buckeye Equestrian Association

Pictured are the participants of the Know ‘When to Let Go’ and ‘When to Hang On’ clinic with Rose Watt was at Pure Gold Stables and Equestrian Center in Salem, Ohio.

Meanwhile, for the love of horses and riders, we have our meetings on the third Thursday of every month. If you are interested, contact us and we will give you the details.

Mid Ohio Dressage Association

Attention Classical and Western Dressage Riders

Calling all classical and western dressage riders—here’s a great opportunity to attend a two-day show!

Show Name: MODA East Meets

West Schooling Show

Dates: Saturday, Sept. 23 and Sunday, Sept. 24

Location: Four Star Quarter Horses, 10156 Marysville Road, Ostrander, Ohio 43061

Carl Bledsoe returns to Rising Star Ranch!

Attend one day or both days or sign up to volunteer!

To enter, go to ShowSecretary. com

Classes: $25 each

Show Fees: $10 office fee

Haul-in fee: $25

Stall Fee: $40 for one day or $60 for two days

Hope to see you there! Don’t

miss out on this fun show at a great facility!

Clinics are another way to learn about western dressage, connect with others with the same interest and learn how to improve your riding. MODA offers riding clinics with Sue Hughes. For more information about upcoming clinics contact Vicki Milliron, 740/739-0185.

Make Your Equestrian Dreams a Reality!

4268 State Route 167, Jefferson, OH 44047

Welcome to this working farm! The 80 acres include: 40 acres of hay fieldstillable and drain tiled, 2 horse barns, several fenced and tiled pastures, indoor and outdoor riding rings, gardens, fruit trees and woodlands. The farmhouse offers a fusion of rustic charm and modern amenities. Two barns contain 20 stalls, with foaling stall options. Meticulously maintained, the indoor arena provides premium footing for optimal performance. The outdoor riding arena offers a space for training, jumping, and dressage. Several fenced pastures provide ample turnout options for the horses. Whether you aspire to run a successful equestrian business, seek a private sanctuary to indulge your passion for horses, or simply desire a remarkable retreat in nature, this horse farm presents an unparalleled opportunity. Feature sheet and home info available upon request. $850,000 DO NOT enter the property unless accompanied by your realtor!

More pictures and information available at https://neohrex.mlsmatrix.com/ matrix/shared/D8nBydrqGPc/4268StateRoute167

Knox County Horse Park Horse Show to Benefit Light Program a Success

Here we are at the halfway of the season. The July show was a great success. Pleasure class brought out more competitors so we are going to have to see what we can do new next year. It was the same with showmanship, more competitors. As for the contestants of contesting it is always a great choice of events for the park!

August was exciting! We had our usual show on Aug. 19. August 26 we had a pay back show to benefit our light program. The show was called ‘Light It Benefit Show’. We have more information about that show on the website and Facebook page. About the lights, we have already purchased some and hardware is the issue we are looking into at the moment. We are getting there!

September is a little bit layed

back with the beginning of school and the Delaware All Horse Parade. We are planning on attending the parade so if you have never been you should definitely check it out. The parade is Sept. 10 at 3 p.m. September 16 is our show date.

October 14 we are teaming up with Knox County Ohio Horsemen Council for a special event of a Trail/Obstacle/Arena Challenge. The challenge will start at 10 a.m. with three age divisions. There will be cash prizes and trophies, more information is on our Facebook page. October 21 is our Halloween event and the last points event. Dress up yourself and your horse! Our awards for the year will be Oct. 28.

View From the Cheap Seats

You Can Lead A Horse To Pasture But…

For the first time ever, my horses are wearing grazing muzzles. Why?

Because the Equine Body Condition Score only goes up to 9. If my vet has to score the mini at an 8 again, she’s gonna fire me. And two of my three mares look like giant furry bags of cottage cheese, just from hay consumption. These Air Ferns have been kept on dry lot turnout for several years now and dang it, there sits a beautiful grass pasture. I’ve tried many ways to slow down their hay consumption with both purchased and DIY contraptions. But alas, a dry lot doesn’t allow for heavy calisthenics. And let’s be real. I’d be lying my fool head off claiming I will ever give my herd enough regimented exercise to counter their caloric intake. I, myself, won’t even run to the bathroom.

So, muzzles were tried. I started with the most common style, soft nylon basket-and-plastic contraptions with a single center hole for grass access. But too many factors bothered me. They collected dirt, sweat, and scurf while chafing my horses’ thin-skinned parts. I researched other styles on the market, most so new fangled it’s hard to believe they actually work. Surprisingly, I’m sold on one brand with a nearly $100 price tag.

My order arrived and I got to strapping these new-fangled muzzles to halters. It took lots of fiddling and much of my insisted alterations

Equestrian Sports...

and preventative measures weren’t actually needed after all. The mini figured it out immediately and was noshing no problem. My young Welsh mare also managed to get the hang of it without issue although I needed to add a neck strap to keep her halter on. Tiny pony ears don’t hold back crown pieces if she gets the hankering to scratch. And my very stoic Half Arabian mare was unfazed and frankly, the most congenial about the whole project. After several weeks of freerange grass access and my pasture-clearing poison ivy rash down to a dull roar, I think I can say that my horses look trimmer! In fact, I was feeding one night and a strange outline on my Half Arab’s hind quarters made me pause for a panicky closer look. But it wasn’t a kick mark. It was a muscle!

But Justina. She was not having it. My stubborn Sensitive Sally basically refused to play nice with this medieval torture box I’d strapped to her pie hole. Now mind you, it’s design is well ventilated and sits out away for the horse’s face all the way around while a grid of holes allows a broad swath of grass bits to poke through for nibbling. Aye, there’s the rub, William. Justina snuffled the grass briefly on our first hand grazing session. It apparently felt horrifying and weird. When the tips of grass pin-pricked her closed muzzle through the grazing device (because of course having never worn one, she wasn’t clear on the part about opening her mouth yet) she popped her head up and back to her chest as if I’d poked her with a pin myself.

The muzzled crew hand grazed for three weeks. Not once, not voluntarily, not in good humor, did my Justina acquiesce to the grazing process. We tried everything. Picking grass and feeding bits through the holes. Lowering her head on cue and coercing her to nibble actual grass. Hand grazing her alone, with her buddies, over there, around the side, from a chair, with a longer lead. Nope. She was not having this nonsense one bit. And let me be very clear. Justina is a snob, an intellectual that doesn’t suffer nonsense. She’s highly sensitive to bug bites, hates herd shenanigans, and would honestly be happy as a lark never leaving the barn at all. She tolerates her carriage job only if driven with the highest caliber of skill. She galls easily, hates nature, and is as close to an urban dwelling equine as it gets. She is a socialite city girl. There are exactly two things Justina lives for. Spa Days. And Food. And I’ve ruined one of her greatest loves. For three solid weeks, Justina marched out in her prison gear with one of us on the lead and flat out refused to graze through this iron maiden on her face. She would walk circles around us in frustration unless we firmly forced a halt. Then she’d stand there dejected with her head hung, a faraway look in her eyes. Oh, the humanity! If we got her to take any bits of grass hand fed through the muzzle, that’s all she begrudgingly consumed. Oh, wait. She did make several dramatic demonstrations of this muzzle’s restrictions by flailing her face around in the taller grassy edges of the lawn. One day, she adamantly insisted that she was interested in a three-foot-tall thistle plant. Somehow, she actually managed to get the stalk bent in half and pulled through the muzzle a bit. She proceeded to gnash angrily at the pulverized thistle stem now pinched firmly between her front teeth, the rest of the bushy weed plucked from the dirt, folded in two, and dangling stiffly from the muzzle as personal protest to this preposterousness.

Because other sports only require one ball.

Winfield Farm & Forge, Ltd.

Exploring the Arabian/Welsh Sport Pony Cross for Carriage & Dressage

Kevin & Sarah Vas / Owners, Breeders, Artisans Grafton, Ohio / 330-242-3440

When it came time to set the herd free, we sent Justina out as well, firmly strapped into her gear. For an hour, she paced the gate and hollered at the barn, even louder if she caught a glimpse of me. Aggravated and defeated, I finally went out and took off her muzzle. Fine! Go stuff yourself full of nature’s poison, you pig! Founder for all I care, you cow!

Yeah right. Justina has only occasioned to venture out into the grassy acreage a handful of times before she leaves the others and returns to the civilized, rationed hay troughs up near the barn. Apparently, Justina loves her food but not as much as she hates the great wide open. The other horses wander to the back of the pasture, take in the warm sun and light breeze, enjoy a safely measured grass ration before wandering up for occasional water breaks or rolls in the dirt. Justina is content to watch them come and go while

Mid-Eastern Farriers Association

PRESIDENT, Levi Runnion

VICE PRESIDENT, Lori McDade

SECRETARY, Kaylee Watson

TREASURER, Tim Dodd

PHONE, 740/502-7055

FACEBOOK, www.facebook.com/ Mid-Eastern Farrier’s Association

After another awesome clinic, a bunch of tongs were made! Many people made their first pair. As always, we surely enjoyed the company and wisdom shared by Mr. Roy Bloom and Trey Irons. Thank you to everyone who

Lead a Horse (continued)

she, the cosmopolitan gal that she is, remains in hoof’s reach of her high-rise loft apartment building and the processed and manufactured crispness of domestic living. I guess I can lead a horse to water but I really can’t make her get in and wash off the stupid!

Tong Making Clinic

Sarah Vas, a second-generation horsewoman, writes about her decades of adventure and mayhem among several breeds and disciplines, and countless equine educational endeavors both as student and teacher. Sarah owns and operates a continuation of her parents’

original business, Winfield Farm & Forge, Ltd., that which couldn’t currently exist without constant gratitude for Kevin, her very forgiving, ridiculously supportive husband. Together, they are quietly beginning to explore the Farm’s newest chapters, both in and out of the

horse world. They are returning to Sarah’s family roots, this time as breeders of Arabian/Welsh Sport Ponies for dressage and carriage while husband and wife indulge their pent up creativity producing a variety of rustic décor and iron work.

DISCLAIMER: The Horsemen’s Corral has made every effort to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information provided on this calendar of events. However, the information is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind. The Corral does not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained herein. Where possible, event contact information is provided. Please “Call before you haul”.

SEPTEMBER 2023

SEPT. 1 — Wayne County Saddle Club Fun Show and Buckle Series, 6:30 p.m., 4200 Overton Rd., Wooster, OH. FMI: Leanne, 330-844-4041, waynecountysaddleclub.com

SEPT. 1-3 — Ranch Horse Extravaganza & Futurity, North Iowa Events Center, 3700 4th St. SW, Mason City, IA. FMI: Cassie Winters, 563-379-6435, ranchhorsefuturity.com

SEPT. 1-3 — Pennsylvania Quarter Horse Association Show, Center County Fairgrounds, 169 Homan Lane, Centre Hall, PA. FMI: 814-880-0965, pqha@pqha.org, www.pqha.org

SEPT. 1-4 — Red Hill Horse Camp Holiday Weekend Ride,4604 Red Hill Road, Livingston, KY. FMI: 606-308-5900, redhillhorsecamp.com

SEPT. 2 — Premier Mount N Trail Obstacle Competition 2023 Series, Pine Creek Horseman’s Camp, 23937 Big Pine Rd., South Bloomingville, OH. FMI: premiermountntrail@gmail.com, www. premiermountntrail.com

SEPT. 2 — Portage County OHC Chili Cook-Off, 5 p.m., West Branch State Park, 5570 Esworthy Rd., Ravenna, OH. FMI: www.facebook.com/PortageCounty-Ohio-Horseman-CouncilNEOTRA-194147080613531

SEPT. 2 — Ohio Foundation Quarter Horse Association Show, Guernsey County Fairgrounds, 335 Old National Rd., Lore City, OH. FMI: Donnie Uffner, 740-8777993, ofqhashows@gmail.com, www. ohfqha.com

SEPT. 2 — Cattle Sorting, Smoke Rise Ranch, 6751 Hunterdon Rd., Glouster, OH. FMI: 740-767-2624, smokeriseranch@ gmail.com, www.smokeriseranch.com

SEPT. 2 — Speed for Suicide Prevention, Bullen Equestrian Center - Preble County Fairgrounds, 722 S. Franklin St., Eaton, OH. FMI: dustybritchesequestrian@gmail.com, https://www.dusty-britches-equestrian. com/events

SEPT. 2 — Davis Ranch Cattle Show, 2 p.m., 385 East US Hwy. 150, Hardinsburg, IN. FMI: Jo Shepherd, 812-972-3365, dave@ daviddavishorsemanship.com

SEPT. 2 — Kal Val Saddle Club Pleasure & Speed Show, 9853 S. 34th St., Scotts, MI. FMI: kvsaddleclub@gmail.com

SEPT. 2 — Grayson County Saddle Club Show, 4783 Shrewsbury Rd., Leitchfield, KY. FMI: Barney Langley, 270-589-0293, www. facebook.com/graysoncountysaddleclub

SEPT. 2 — Lolli Livestock Market, Inc. Catalog Horse Sale, 9 a.m., Highway 63, Macon, MO. FMI: 660-385-2516, www. lollibros.com

Buckeye Mini Horse & Donkey Auction

Followed by Ponies & Horses

Wayne County Fairgrounds

199 Vanover Street Wooster, Ohio 44691

Saturday, September 30, 2023

8:30 a.m. Tack & Equipment

12 p.m. Mini Donkeys & Mini Ponies

Horses & Ponies to follow.

All Animals Must Have Halter & Lead Rope.

Commission Rates is as follows: Each animal $25 plus 10%, Tack 20%, Saddles & Carts 10%, No sales $25. Veterinarian will be available day of sale for Coggins: $30.

Terms of Sale: Cash or GOOD

Check with proper ID. Out-of-State checks must have letter of credit from your bank. Health papers required on out-of-state animals!

Nearby Places to Stay Best Western (330) 264-7750

Super 8 (330) 439-5766

Hampton Inn (330) 345-4424

NEXT AUCTION

NOV. 25, 2023

For More Information: Auctioneer

Daniel Schrock Ohio License #2015000116

(330) 763-0905

• schrocksauctioneering@gmail.com

SEPT. 2-3 — Ottawa County Horse Foundation Points on the Portage Circuit #3 (Speed and Performance), Ottawa County Fairgrounds, 7870 W. State Route 163, Oak Harbor, OH. FMI: Jason Eck, 734-771-0681, ottawacountyhorsefoundation@gmail. com, www.ochf.net

SEPT. 2-3 — The Silver Cup Horse Show, Medina County Fairgrounds, 720 W. Smith Rd., Medina, OH. FMI: Amy Snyder, 440479-8503, showmanageramy@gmail.com

SEPT. 2-3 — Champions All Breed Association Fall Finale Show, 4122 Laybourne Rd., Springfield, OH. FMI: 937-324-4353, www. championscenterarena.com

SEPT. 4 — Family Fun Show, Smoke Rise Ranch, 6751 Hunterdon Rd., Glouster, OH. FMI: 740-767-2624, smokeriseranch@ gmail.com, www.smokeriseranch.com

SEPT. 4 — Edmonson County 4-H Pony Express Fun Horse Show, 10 a.m., Edmonson County Saddle Club Fairgrounds, Lions Lane, Brownsville, KY. FMI: Karen Ryan, 270-597-3628

SEPT. 6 — Weekday Warriors Fall Series, Copper Mare Ranch, 6090 N. State Route 53, Tiffin, OH. FMI: Grant Fatzinger, 567207-6339, coppermareranch@gmail.com

SEPT. 6-9 — RMHA International Grand Championship, The Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY. FMI: 859-644-5244, admin@ rmhorse.com, www.rmhorse.com

SEPT. 8 — Summer Jackpot Series, Exhibition 5-6:30 p.m., Show 7 p.m., 400 Bobcat Lane, Franklin Furnace, OH. FMI: www.facebook.com/ohiohorsepark

SEPT. 8 — LaRue County Saddle Club Friday Night Show, 7 p.m., 210 Goodwin-Williams Rd., Hodgenville, KY. FMI: Stephanie Florence, 270-735-2806

SEPT. 8-10 — Horse-A-Rama, Henderson’s Arena, Jackson, OH. FMI: 740-9884700, hendersonswestern@yahoo.com, hendersonswesternstore.com

SEPT. 8-10 — Ranch Horse Association of Michigan Show, Berrien County Youth Fairgrounds, Berrien Springs, MI. FMI: www.miranchhorse.com

SEPT. 8-10 — 29th Annual Mule and Donkey Show, Holly Gray Park, Sutton, WV. FMI: Ross Young, 304-644-8135, https://www. facebook.com/WVMuleandDonkeyShow

SEPT. 9 — Erie County OHC Poker Ride, Edison Woods Metropark, Berlin Heights, OH. FMI: 419-750-8285, https://www. facebook.com/Erie-County-chapter-ofOHC-210826465600985

SEPT. 9 — Southern Ohio Heart of Horsemanship Show, Crazy Woman Ranch, 6450 Lancaster-Circleville Rd. SW, Lancaster, OH. FMI: sohhinfo@gmail.com

SEPT. 9 — Ranch Horse Show, Clermont County Fairgrounds, Owensville, OH. FMI: www.facebook.com/profile. php?id=100064675302113

SEPT. 9 — Valley City Saddle Club Fun Show Contesting Edition, Medina County Fairgrounds, Medina, OH. FMI: https:// valleycitysaddleclub.weebly.com/

SEPT. 9 — Under The Oaks Open Show, Crawford County Fairgrounds, 610 Whetstone St., Bucyrus, OH. FMI: Text Trisha, 419-563-5170

SEPT. 9 — Columbiana County Saddle Horse Contest Show, 10 a.m., Columbiana County Fairgrounds, 225 Lee Ave., Lisbon, OH. FMI: Amber May, 330-398-5096

SEPT. 9 — Keystone Saddle Club Show, Glen Dunn Arena, Uhrichsville, OH. FMI: https://www.facebook.com/ groups/202531196595646

SEPT. 9 — Reality Dreams Open Horse Show, Fairfield County Fairgrounds, Lancaster, OH. FMI: Karen, 740-385-3431

SEPT. 9 — Fast Cash Barrels & Poles, Copper Mare Ranch, 6090 N. State Route 53, Tiffin, OH. FMI: Grant Fatzinger, 567-207-6339, coppermareranch@gmail.com

SEPT. 9 — Driving Show, 9 a.m., Kentucky Cowtown Arena, Williamstown, KY. FMI: Amy Lent, 859-536-0287

SEPT. 9 — Mt. Eden Saddle Club Horse Show, 7:30 p.m., 11199 Mt. Eden Rd., Mt. Eden, KY. FMI: Sharon Gilbert, 502-7389741, www.mtedensaddle.weebly.com

SEPT. 9 — LaRue County Saddle Club Western Pleasure/Ranch Fun Show, 210 Goodwin-Williams Rd., Hodgenville, KY. FMI: Stephanie Florence, 270-735-2806

SEPT. 9 — Pioneer Saddle Club Horse Show, 4 p.m., Harold Davis Ring at Joe Gill Show Grounds, 344 Shewmaker Lane, Harrodsburg, KY. FMI: 859-734-9761, pioneersaddleclubky@gmail.com

SEPT. 9 — Wranglers Riding Club Horse Show, 3385 State Highway 80 E., Murray, KY. FMI: wranglersridingclubinc@gmail.com, wranglersmurray.wixsite.com/wranglers

SEPT. 9-10 — Daybrook Saddle Club Show, 1650 Days Run Rd., Fairview, WV. FMI: Jonathan Ocheltree, 304313-2040, www.facebook.com/profile. php?id=100063582788953

SEPT. 10 — Show Me Stacks Summer Pleasure Series, Copper Mare Ranch, 6090 N. State Route 53, Tiffin, OH. FMI: Grant Fatzinger, 567-207-6339, coppermareranch@gmail.com

SEPT. 10 — Columbiana County Saddle Horse Open Show, Columbiana County Fairgrounds, 225 Lee Ave., Lisbon, OH. FMI: Amber May, 330-398-5096

SEPT. 9-10 — Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros Gone Are The Days I & II, 9 a.m., Ashtabula County Fairgrounds, 107 Poplar St., Jefferson, OH. FMI: Karen, 330-7193290, karenld0819@gmail.com, www. lakeeriemountedvaqueros.net

SEPT. 9-10 — Southeastern Ohio Horse Show Organization Show, Hartford Fairgrounds, 14028 Fairgrounds Rd., Croton, OH. FMI: Leighton, 740-868-9847

SEPT. 9-10 — Valley City Saddle Club Fun Show (9th), Contesting Show (9th) & Summer Series (10th), Medina County Fairgrounds, Medina, OH. FMI: Kristina Phillips, 440-334-6434, valleycitysaddleclub. weebly.com

SEPT. 10 — Avon Lake Saddle Club Hay Day Event, Weiss Field, 33141-33199 Webber Rd., Avon Lake, OH. FMI: Kathleen Azzarello, 440-536-0145, https://www. facebook.com/Avon-Lake-Saddle-ClubALSC-365781246807991

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SEPT. 10 — Massillon Saddle Club Pleasure Show, 12680 Sally St. SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: 330-844-4041, massillonsaddleclub@ gmail.com, www.massillonsaddleclub.org

SEPT. 10 — Steubenville Saddle Club Show, 8675 State Route 152, Richmond, OH. FMI: www.facebook.com/SteubenvilleSaddleClub

SEPT. 13 — Weekday Warriors Fall Series, Copper Mare Ranch, 6090 N. State Route 53, Tiffin, OH. FMI: Grant Fatzinger, 567207-6339, coppermareranch@gmail.com

SEPT. 15 — Hoppel’s Arena Friday Night Barrels, 40891 State 518, Lisbon, OH. FMI: 330-424-2051, hoppelsarena@gmail.com

SEPT. 15-16 — 2023 Ky Celebration Horse Show, Mercer County Fairgrounds, Harrodsburg, KY. FMI: Kentucky Walking Horse Association, 859-248-2506

SEPT. 15-17— Foundation Quarter Horse Registry-Michigan Affliliate, Midland County Fairgrounds, Midland, MI. FMI: 517-404-2929, www.michigan-fqhr.com

SEPT. 16 — Schooling Show/Championship, Brecksville Stables, 11921 Parkview Dr., Brecksville, OH. FMI: Classical Attraction Dressage Society, 234-804-8735, www. cadsdressage.org

SEPT. 16 — Ohio Valley Team Penning Association Sorting, 9:30 a.m., Treharne Training Center, Negley, OH. FMI: John May, 814-397-3265, https://www. facebook.com/ohiovalleyteampenning

SEPT. 16 — Knox County Horse Park Horse Show, 10 a.m., 7500 Thayer Road, Mount Vernon, OH. FMI: kchp.mtv.ohio@ gmail.com, https://www.facebook.com/ groups/420822485270892

SEPT. 16 — 2nd Annual Hillbilly and Cowboy Obstacle Challenge, Noble County Fairgrounds, 44163 Fairground Rd., Caldwell, OH. FMI: Suzanne, 614-218-3148

SEPT. 16 — Southington Mustang Academy

Open House Event, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Southington, OH. FMI: 330-333-7187, www. facebook.com/hearthorsemanshipmustangs

SEPT. 16 — Gibsonburg Saddle Club Show, 2 p.m., 961 N. Main St., Gibsonburg, OH. FMI: 419-351-9716, www.facebook.com/ profile.php?id=100064203722805

SEPT. 16 — Buckin Ohio Pro Bull Riding, 8154 Garman Rd., Burbank, OH. FMI: 330624-7205, buckinohio.com

SEPT. 16 — Davis Ranch Horse Show, 385 East US Hwy 150, Hardinsburg, IN. FMI: David Davis, 812-620-5707, dave@ daviddavishorsemanship.com

SEPT. 16 — Grayson County Saddle Club Show, 4783 Shrewsbury Rd., Leitchfield, KY. FMI: Barney Langley, 270-589-0293, www. facebook.com/graysoncountysaddleclub

SEPT. 16 — Breakaway From Cancer Barrel

Bash, Turn and Burn Arena, 768 Sawmill Lane, Glen Easton, WV. FMI: Kilie Bungard, 304-238-4669

SEPT. 16-17 — Premier Mount N Trail Obstacle Competition 2023 Series, Creekside Horse Park, 7369 Mottice Dr. SE, Waynesburg, OH. FMI: premiermountntrail@gmail.com, www. premiermountntrail.com

SEPT. 16-17 — 2023 Spring Into Summer Ranch Show Series, 3670 Harlansburg Rd., New Castle, PA. FMI: sisranchshow@gmail. com, hohmanncattleandequine.com

SEPT. 16-17 — Western Pennsylvania Riding and Driving Club 2-Day Show, Crawford County Fairgrounds, Meadville, PA. FMI: Sutherlyn Hollabaugh, 814-7209075, https://wprd-club.com

SEPT. 16-17 — Bainbridge Saddle Club Open Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., 3038 North County Road 450 West, Greencastle, IN. FMI: Megan 712-297-4336, www. bainbridgesaddleclub.net

SEPT. 17 — Angels Haven Horse Rescue Fun Show, Lewis Road Riding Ring Show Grounds, Cleveland MetroParks, Olmsted Falls, OH. FMI: 440-781-5060, www. angelshavenhorserescue.org

SEPT. 17 — 3rd Annual Poker Chip Run, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Richfield Heritage Preserve, 4374 Broadview Road, Richfield, OH. FMI: BHA Riding Academy, 330-8150697, jenny@bharidingacademy.org

SEPT. 17 — Equine Trail Advocates Buckle Series Fun Show #2, Iroquois Park Arena, 7000 Sanders Gate Road, Louisville, KY. FMI: Shelley Antle, 502-407-9752, https:// www.facebook.com/EquineTrailAdvocates

SEPT. 20 — Weekday Warriors Fall Series, Copper Mare Ranch, 6090 N. State Route 53, Tiffin, OH. FMI: Grant Fatzinger, 567207-6339, coppermareranch@gmail.com

SEPT. 21-24 — 17th Annual Tough Enough To Wear Pink Horse Show, Champions Center, Springfield, OH. FMI: Kay Tracy, 740-606-7640, kaytracy7640@sbcglobal. net, tetwphs.com

SEPT. 22 — Summer Jackpot Series, Exhibition 5-6:30 p.m., Show 7 p.m., 400 Bobcat Lane, Franklin Furnace, OH. FMI: www.facebook.com/ohiohorsepark

SEPT. 22 — LaRue County Saddle Club Friday Night Show, 7 p.m., 210 GoodwinWilliams Rd., Hodgenville, KY. FMI: Stephanie Florence, 270-735-2806

SEPT. 22-24 — Pinto Horse Association of Ohio Fall Wind Up Show, Garwood Arena, 2538 Middleton Rd., Columbiana, OH. FMI: www.ohiopinto.net, https://www. facebook.com/groups/253934485544

SEPT. 22-24 — Mid-Ohio Marauders CMSA Shoot, Madison County Fairgrounds Coughlin Arena, 205 Elm Street, London, OH. FMI: 740-206-7214, www. midohiomarauders.com

SEPT. 23 — Portage County OHC Premier Mountain Trail Ride, 11 a.m., West Branch State Park, 5570 Esworthy Rd., Ravenna, OH. FMI: www.facebook.com/ Portage-County-Ohio-Horseman-CouncilNEOTRA-194147080613531

SEPT. 23 — Jessica Sheets Fundraiser Shooting and Gaming Show, Ashtabula County Fairgrounds, 127 N. Elm St., Jefferson, OH. FMI: Sylvio, 440-289-8489

SEPT. 23 — Mountain Trail Challenge, WinSeek Fallen Pines Equestrian Center, 5022 Everett Hull Rd., Cortland, OH. FMI: Laura Wiencek, 724-301-2244

SEPT. 23 — S&W Quarter Horses Fun Show, 65 Hatton Rd., Winchester, OH. FMI: 859630-3718

SEPT. 23 — Hamburger Trail Ride, A J Jolly Park, Alexandria, KY. FMI: Donnie Orth, 859-393-7012, nkhn@nkhn.info

SEPT. 23 — Horse Aid Live Combined Test & Dressage Show, Masterson Station Park, Lexington, KY. FMI: cyndi3334@gmail.com, www.horseaidlive.com

SEPT. 23 — Mt. Eden Saddle Club Horse Show, 7:30 p.m., 11199 Mt. Eden Rd., Mt. Eden, KY. FMI: Sharon Gilbert, 502-7389741, www.mtedensaddle.weebly.com

SEPT. 23 — Henry County Saddle Club

Show, 10 a.m., Henry County Fairgrounds, 1700 Castle Hwy., Eminence, KY. FMI: Jackie Furlong, 502-594-7141

SEPT. 23-24 — Michigan Apple Blossom

Classic Open Horse Show, MSU Pavilion, 4301 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI. FMI: Carol, 517-655-4712, rtrainct@aol.com

SEPT. 24 — Summer Splash Jumper Series, Pure Gold Stables, 3325 St. Rt. 45 S., Salem, OH. FMI: www.puregoldequine.com

SEPT. 24 — Massillon Saddle Club Contesting Point Show, 12680 Sally St. SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: 330-844-4041, massillonsaddleclub@gmail.com, www. massillonsaddleclub.org

SEPT. 24 — Meadow Lake Mini Trial & Combined Test Series IV, 128 Ashley Inn Way, Bryantsville, KY. FMI: Lindsey DeAngelis, 859-304-0070, manager@meadowlakeec. com, www.MeadowLakeEC.com

SEPT. 24 — Ride With Faith Cavaletti Clinic, 6130 County Road 427, Auburn, IN. FMI: Pam Castle, 260-705-7513, www. ridewithfaith.org

SEPT. 26 - OCT. 22 – All American Quarter Horse Congress, Ohio Expo Center, 717 E. 17th Ave., Columbus, OH. FMI: 614-5057200, www.quarterhorsecongress.com

SEPT. 27 — Weekday Warriors Fall Series, Copper Mare Ranch, 6090 N. State Route 53, Tiffin, OH. FMI: Grant Fatzinger, 567207-6339, coppermareranch@gmail.com

SEPT. 29-30 — 4-R Sales Fall Round Up, United Producers Livestock Barn, 4350 Louisville Rd., Bowling Green, KY. FMI: Buck Ryan, 270-723-5855,

SEPT. 29-OCT. 1 — OHC State Ride w/ Cuyahoga, Medina and Summit Counties, South Chagrin Cleveland Metro Parks Polo Fields, Chagrin Falls, OH. FMI: Joani Hedderick, 330-730-4652, joani. hedderick@gmail.com

SEPT. 29-OCT. 1 — Ohio Ranch Horse Association Show, Hendersons Arena, 739 Van Fossen Rd., Jackson, OH. FMI: Amy Roberts, 740-819-8446, www. ohioranchhorseassociation.com

SEPT. 29-OCT. 1 — Michigan Horse Council Statewide Trail Ride, D Bar D Ranch, 7064 E. 64th St., Chase, MI. FMI: www. michiganhorsecouncil.com

SEPT. 30 — Wayne County Saddle Club Fun Show, 1 p.m., 4200 Overton Rd., Wooster, OH. FMI: Rachael, 419-606-9712, waynecountysaddleclub.com

SEPT. 30 — Buckeye Mini Horse & Donkey Auction, Wayne County Fairgrounds, 199 Vanover St., Wooster, OH. FMI: Daniel Schrock Auctioner, 330-763-0905, schrocksauctioneering@gmail.com

SEPT. 30 — Kal Val Saddle Club Pleasure & Speed Show, 9853 S. 34th St., Scotts, MI. FMI: kvsaddleclub@gmail.com

SEPT. 30-OCT. 1 — Northwest Ohio Driving Circuit Show, 9:30 a.m., Fulton County Fairgrounds, 8514 OH-108, Wauseon, OH. FMI: Emily Wolery, 419-656-0050

SEPT. 30-OCT. 1 — Southern Ohio Quarter Pony Association Open Horse Show Series, Bob Evans Farms, 791 Farmview Rd., Rio Grande, OH. FMI: Joceyln, 740-590-7267, www.soqpa.com

OCTOBER 2023

OCT. 1 — Sandusky County OHC 15Year Poker Ride Celebration, 10 a.m., White Star Park Trail Head, Route 66, Gibsonburg, OH. FMI: https://www. facebook.com/groups/scohc

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OCT. 4 — Weekday Warriors Fall Series, Copper Mare Ranch, 6090 N. State Route 53, Tiffin, OH. FMI: Grant Fatzinger, 567207-6339, coppermareranch@gmail.com

OCT. 4-5 — Carl Bledsoe Level 1 Clinic, Rising Star Ranch, 11337 Watkins Road SW, Pataskala, OH. FMI: Tammy Bledsoe, 770403-4635, tlbledsoe2801@gmail.com

OCT. 4-7 — The Congress Cutting, Bullen Equestrian Center Preble County Fairgrounds, Eaton, OH. FMI: Chuck Smith, 614-402-3189, www. quarterhorsecongress.com

OCT. 4-8 — West Kentucky Chuck Wagon Races, 1560 Cherry Corner Rd., Murray, KY. FMI: Darren, 270-293-4627

OCT. 6-7 — Waugh Livestock Sales LLC and Fall Catalog Sale, Derrickson Agricultural Complex, 25 MSU Farm Drive, Morehead, KY. FMI: Sammi Waugh, 704-798-5497

OCT. 6-8 — Summit County OHC “Search for the Lost Medalion Weekend”, Mohican Horse Camp, Perrysville, OH. FMI: catherine.summitohc@gmail.com, www. facebook.com/summitcountyohc

OCT. 6-8 — Carl Bledsoe Level 2 Clinic, Rising Star Ranch, 11337 Watkins Road SW, Pataskala, OH. FMI: Tammy Bledsoe, 770403-4635, tlbledsoe2801@gmail.com

OCT. 7 — Portage County OHC Photo Shoot (you and your horse), 11 a.m., West Branch State Park, 5570 Esworthy Rd., Ravenna, OH. FMI: www.facebook.com/ Portage-County-Ohio-Horseman-CouncilNEOTRA-194147080613531

OCT. 7 — 2023 Ruggles Arena Speed Show, 2651 Township Road 155, Cardington, OH. FMI: Janet Ruggles, 419-210-7204

OCT. 7 — Belmont County Saddle Club Jackpot Pole and Barrel Show, 41915 National Road, Belmont, OH. FMI: Jim, 740-391-3396

OCT. 7 — NBHA Barrels & Poles, Copper Mare Ranch, 6090 N. State Route 53, Tiffin, OH. FMI: Grant Fatzinger, 567-207-6339

OCT. 7 — Brookfield Saddle Club Fun Show, 696 Bedford Rd. SE, Brookfield, OH. FMI: brookfieldsaddleclub@yahoo.com

OCT. 7 — Davis Ranch Cattle Show, 2 p.m., 385 East US Hwy. 150, Hardinsburg, IN. FMI: Jo Shepherd, 812-972-3365, dave@ daviddavishorsemanship.com

OCT. 7 — Fall Spectacular Horse Sale, 2 p.m., 4561 Iron Works Pike, Lexington, KY. FMI: Joe Brogli, 859-588-1160

OCT. 7-8 — Northern Ohio Outlaws Shoot, Wayne County Fairgrounds, Wooster, OH. FMI: www.nooutlaws.com, https://www. facebook.com/groups/183343285741

OCT. 7-8 — Ottawa County Horse Foundation Fall Fuzzy Show, 7870 W. State Route 163, Oak Harbor, OH. FMI: Jason, 734-771-0681, www.ochf.net

OCT. 8 — Family Fun Show, Smoke Rise Ranch, 6751 Hunterdon Rd., Glouster, OH. FMI: 740-767-2624, www.smokeriseranch. com

OCT. 8 — Keystone Saddle Club Show, Glen Dunn Arena, Uhrichsville, OH. FMI: https://www.facebook.com/ groups/202531196595646

OCT. 9-14 — 44th Annual Fall Mid-Ohio Draft Horse & Carriage Sale, Mt. Hope Auction, 8076 SR 241, Millersburg, OH. FMI: 330-674-6188, www.mthopeauction.com

TRAIL / OBSTACLE ARENA CHALLENGE

Sponsored by Knox County Horse Park and Knox County Ohio Horseman’s Council

October 14, 2023

Sign up between 10-11 am

Location: 7360 Thayer Road, Mt. Vernon, Ohio 43050

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* THREE DIVISIONS *

• 10 and Under Arena Only

(Helmet Required) — Entry Fee: $10

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CASH

& TROPHIES for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place

OCT. 11 — Weekday Warriors Fall Series, Copper Mare Ranch, 6090 N. State Route 53, Tiffin, OH. FMI: Grant Fatzinger, 567207-6339, coppermareranch@gmail.com

OCT. 12-15 — Midwest Ranch Horse Classic, C Bar C, Cloverdale, IN. FMI: www. miranchhorse.com

OCT. 13 — LaRue County Saddle Club Friday Night Show, 7 p.m., 210 Goodwin-Williams Rd., Hodgenville, KY. FMI: Stephanie Florence, 270-735-2806

OCT. 13-15 — Red Hill Horse Camp Mule Days, 4604 Red Hill Road, Livingston, KY. FMI: 606-308-5900, redhillhorsecamp.com

OCT. 14 — Trail/Obstacle/Arena Challenge sponsored by Knox County Horse Park and Knox County OHC, 7360 Thayer Road, Mt. Vernon, OH. FMI: Donny, 740-501-3976

OCT. 14 — Fast Cash Barrels & Poles, Copper Mare Ranch, 6090 N. State Route 53, Tiffin, OH. FMI: Grant Fatzinger, 567207-6339, coppermareranch@gmail.com

OCT. 14 — Buckin Ohio Pro Bull Riding Finals, 8154 Garman Rd., Burbank, OH. FMI: 330-624-7205, buckinohio.com

OCT. 14 — Kal Val Saddle Club Halloween Fun Show, 9853 S. 34th St., Scotts, MI. FMI: kvsaddleclub@gmail.com

OCT. 14 — Wranglers Riding Club Horse Show, 3385 State Highway 80 E., Murray, KY. FMI: wranglersmurray.wixsite.com/ wranglers

OCT. 14 — LaRue County Saddle Club Western Pleasure/Ranch Fun Show, 210 Goodwin-Williams Rd., Hodgenville, KY. FMI: Stephanie Florence, 270-735-2806

OCT. 14 — Mt. Eden Saddle Club Horse Show, 7:30 p.m., 11199 Mt. Eden Rd., Mt. Eden, KY. FMI: Sharon Gilbert, 502-7389741, www.mtedensaddle.weebly.com

OCT. 14 — Edmonson County Pony Express

Fun Horse Show, 11 a.m., Edmonson County Saddle Club, Brownsville, KY. FMI: Tracy Mitchell, 615-970-0413

OCT. 14-15 — Wayne County Saddle Club

Annual Roundup, 4200 Overton Rd., Wooster, OH. FMI: Stan, 330-607-5106, waynecountysaddleclub.com

OCT. 14-15 — NKHN Ranch Horse Show, Cowtown Arena, Williamstown, KY. FMI: Susan, 859-322-5276, nkhn@nkhn.info

OCT. 14-15 — Farmers & Ranchers Livestock

Fall Classic Catalog Horse Sale (14th) and 26th Annual Fall Colt & Yearling Catalog Horse Sale (15th), 10 a.m., Salina, KS. FMI: 785-825-0211, www.fandrlive.com

OCT. 14-15 — Bainbridge Saddle Club Open Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., 3038 North County Road 450 West, Greencastle, IN. FMI: Megan 712-297-4336, www. bainbridgesaddleclub.net

OCT. 15 — Show Me Stacks Summer

Pleasure Series, Copper Mare Ranch, 6090 N. State Route 53, Tiffin, OH. FMI: Grant Fatzinger, 567-207-6339, coppermareranch@gmail.com

OCT. 18 — Weekday Warriors Fall Series, Copper Mare Ranch, 6090 N. State Route 53, Tiffin, OH. FMI: Grant Fatzinger, 567207-6339, coppermareranch@gmail.com

OCT. 18-21 — The Horseman’s Mission and The Horseman’s Mission Select Sale, Harvest Ridge (Holmes County Fairgrounds), Millersburg, OH. FMI: Ray Raber, 330-275-2877

OCT. 20 — Martin Auctioneers 52nd Annual Fall Auction, Lebanon Fairgrounds Expo Center, Lebanon, PA. FMI: 717-3546671, www.martinauctioneers.com

OCT. 20-22 — Red Hill Horse Camp Fall Ride, 4604 Red Hill Road, Livingston, KY. FMI: 606-308-5900, redhillhorsecamp.com

OCT. 21 — Fall Fun Show, Brecksville Stables, 11921 Parkview Dr., Brecksville, OH. FMI: Classical Attraction Dressage Society, 234-804-8735, CADSrider@gmail. com, www.cadsdressage.org

OCT. 21 — Knox County Horse Park Horse Show, 10 a.m., 7500 Thayer Road, Mount Vernon, OH. FMI: kchp.mtv.ohio@ gmail.com, https://www.facebook.com/ groups/420822485270892

OCT. 21 — Custom Conchos and Tack Customer Appreciation Day, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., 2074 Ashland Rd., Mansfield, OH. FMI: 567-560-4457, www. customconchosandtack.com

OCT. 21 — Davis Ranch Horse Show, 385 East US Hwy 150, Hardinsburg, IN. FMI: David Davis, 812-620-5707, dave@ daviddavishorsemanship.com

OCT. 21-22 — East Coast Outlaws Cowboy Mounted Shooting, Keystone Horse Center, 103 Horse Farm Rd., Bloomsburg, PA. FMI: ecoshooters@gmail.com, www. eastcoastoutlaws.com

OCT. 22 — Wayne County Saddle Club Fun Show, 1 p.m., 4200 Overton Rd., Wooster, OH. FMI: Rachael, 419-606-9712, waynecountysaddleclub.com

OCT. 22 — Open “Dia de Los Muertos” Halloween Dressage Show, Old Stone Riding Center, 2920 Minton Rd., Hamilton, OH. FMI: Julie Bath Primack, 513-8683042, oldstoneridingcenter.com

OCT. 25 — Weekday Warriors Fall Series, Copper Mare Ranch, 6090 N. State Route 53, Tiffin, OH. FMI: Grant Fatzinger, 567207-6339, coppermareranch@gmail.com

OCT. 26-29 — 2023 Michigan Paint Horse Club Fall Color Classic, C Bar C Expo Center, 253 W. Stardust Rd., Cloverdale, IN. FMI: www.miphc.com

OCT. 27 — Wayne County Saddle Club Buckle Series Finals, 6:30 p.m., 4200 Overton Rd., Wooster, OH. FMI: Leanne, 330-844-4041, waynecountysaddleclub.com

OCT. 27 — LaRue County Saddle Club Friday Night Show, 7 p.m., 210 Goodwin-Williams Rd., Hodgenville, KY. FMI: Stephanie Florence, 270-735-2806

OCT. 28 — Summer Splash Jumper Series, Pure Gold Stables, 3325 St. Rt. 45 S., Salem, OH. FMI: www.puregoldequine.com

OCT. 28 — Mountain Trail Challenge, WinSeek Fallen Pines Equestrian Center, 5022 Everett Hull Rd., Cortland, OH. FMI: Laura Wiencek, 724-301-2244

OCT. 28 — Halloween Trail Show, Kentucky Cowtown Arena, Williamstown, KY. FMI: Amy Lent, 859-536-0287

OCT. 28 — Henry County Saddle Club Show, 10 a.m., Henry County Fairgrounds, 1700 Castle Hwy., Eminence, KY. FMI: Jackie Furlong, 502-594-7141

OCT. 29 — Massillon Saddle Club Fun Show, 12680 Sally St. SW, Massillon, OH. FMI: 330-844-4041, massillonsaddleclub@ gmail.com, www.massillonsaddleclub.org

OCT. 29 — PaceMaker Fall Fest 2023, Lancaster County Park, 499 Golf Rd., Lancaster, PA. FMI: 717-228-9996, www. facebook.com/TheSECPaceMaker

NOVEMBER 2023

NOV. 1 — Weekday Warriors Fall Series, Copper Mare Ranch, 6090 N. State Route 53, Tiffin, OH. FMI: Grant Fatzinger, 567207-6339, coppermareranch@gmail.com

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Kentucky Equine Management Internship (KEMI) Program Announce New Board

The Kentucky Equine Management Internship (KEMI) program announced new Board members effective July 1, 2023. Founded in 1998, KEMI, a 501c3 non-profit organization, is the premier academic equine internship program for college students. Headquartered in the ‘Horse Capital of the World’, KEMI has provided internship opportunities to well over 1000 students since the first class began in 2000.

Outgoing Board President,

Garrett O’Rourke (Juddmonte) has moved into a newly established Emeritus/Advisory position. Replacing him as President is Donnie Snellings (Denali Stud).

Retiring Board members are Steve Johnson (Silver Springs Stud), Mike Owens (Cobra Farm) and Dr. Naoya Yoshida (Winchester Farm).

New Board members are Randy Gilbert (KEMI graduate/ Shawnee Farm), Caitlin Fletcher, DVM (KEMI graduate/Hagyard Equine Medical Institute),

Corral Calendar

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NOV. 3-5 — Stacked Super Show, Circle G Arena, Lewisburg, OH. FMI: alexa. breakthroughequine@gmail.com

NOV. 4 — 2023 Ruggles Arena Speed Show, 2651 Township Road 155, Cardington, OH.

FMI: Janet Ruggles, 419-210-7204

NOV. 4 — Equine Festival, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill, 3501 Lexington Rd., Harrodsburg, KY. FMI: 800734-5611, info@shakervillageky.org

NOV. 4 — BJ Barrel Blowout, Turn & Burn Arena, 768 Sawmill Lane, Glen Easton, WV. FMI: Bobby Dean, 304-680-5979

NOV. 4 — Lolli Livestock Market, Inc. Catalog Horse Sale, 9 a.m., Macon, MO. FMI: 660-385-2516, www.lollibros.com

NOV. 5 — Summer Splash Jumper Series, Pure Gold Stables, 3325 St. Rt. 45 S., Salem, OH. FMI: www.puregoldequine.com

NOV. 5 — Equine Trail Advocates Trail Work Day, Jefferson Memorial Forest (Paul Yost), Fairdale, KY. FMI: 502-407-9752, https:// www.facebook.com/EquineTrailAdvocates

NOV. 8 — Weekday Warriors Fall Series, Copper Mare Ranch, 6090 N. State Route 53, Tiffin, OH. FMI: Grant, 567-207-6339

Members

Adrian Wallace (Coolmore America), and Charles Campbell (Stonestreet Farm) who have been elected to serve three-year terms.

Continuing members of the Board are Vice President Callan Strouss (Lane’s End/Oak Tree Division), Secretary Laurie Lawrence, Ph.D. (University of Kentucky), Treasurer Jackie Smith (Juddmonte), Michael Banahan (Godolphin), Tom Evans (Trackside Farm), Matt Koch (Shawhan Place), Sandy Hatfield (Three Chimneys Farm)

NOV. 10-12 — Ranch Horse Association of Kentucky Show, Lakeside Arena, Frankfort, KY. FMI: Remington Leach, 859-321-4598, https://www.facebook.com/profile. php?id=100075521394201

NOV. 11 — Cattle Sorting, Smoke Rise Ranch, 6751 Hunterdon Rd., Glouster, OH. FMI: 740-767-2624, smokeriseranch@ gmail.com, www.smokeriseranch.com

and David Switzer (Retired KTAKTOB Executive Director).

New Board President Donnie Snellings says he is grateful for the leadership and support of the retiring members and is looking forward to working with the new Board members as the program continues to build on its reputation of producing the next generation of equine professionals.

For more information about the Kentucky Equine Management Intership Program visit www. kemi.org

NOV. 12 — Family Fun Show, Smoke Rise Ranch, Glouster, OH. FMI: 740-767-2624, www.smokeriseranch.com

NOV. 15 — Weekday Warriors Fall Series, Copper Mare Ranch, 6090 N. State Route 53, Tiffin, OH. FMI: Grant Fatzinger, 567207-6339, coppermareranch@gmail.com

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Tri-County Trail Association

The Trails are Ready for Your Next Trail Ride

September, the month where sweatshirts and bonfires begin to

move back into the area, is one of the favorite times of year for us horseman and horsewomen. The weather begins to cool, and leaves

begin to change color and fall. The trails are in perfect condition for lots of riding time. The sun is beginning to rise a little later, and setting a little earlier which tells us that cold weather is approaching faster than we would like.

Tri-County Trails is ready for you to come and visit the many miles of trails for trail riding. The trails have all been cleaned and marked for new and existing members. All are welcome! The campground and open areas are perfect for day riding or camping. The Kiosk is centered on the entry lane for easy access to maps, camp information and membership applications. The trails are maintained by club members but are mostly owned by private land-owners who have graciously given us permission to cross their properties.

If you have never been to the club or the trails before, then come to one of our events. The event for September is the fall ride. It’s a one-day event on Sept. 16 at 10

a.m. with a potluck dinner at 6 p.m. Bring a covered dish and enjoy a beautiful scenic trail ride with some of the members that know the trails well and then enjoy a wonderful dinner with newfound friends. There is always such a variety of food to enjoy and some new people to meet.

Come out and enjoy the many miles of trails at Tri-County Trail Association before the weather turns unfavorable in Northeast Ohio. There are many open areas in the campground for parking any size trailers. High lines are located all around the open area, water access, and a wash rack (to name a few of the items available). There are also trails that will lead you to places for lunch. There are water crossings along trails also that the horses always appreciate. Come out to Tri-County Trails and see for yourself the hidden treasures that we have to offer! Have a wonderful rest of your summer and a beautiful fall!

Black Swamp Driving Club

More Drives Added to Our Calendar

Happy summer everyone!

Events are happening and we have added a few more to the list. Our next drive is Sept. 2 at Sharon and Ron Hayhurst’s in Bowling Green, Ohio. Potluck is at noon. Then we move on to Sept. 16. This is the Emmons Parker Bridge drive near Upper Sandusky, Ohio, with potluck at noon. This is a unique drive because it takes place at the covered bridge.

In October we have the

Halloween party in Kenton, Ohio. We will be at France Lake, the GPS address is 13344 State Route 67, Kenton, Ohio. Potluck is at 1 p.m. This is a Halloween party with horses. Please decorate your carriage and horses for this event in the Halloween theme. In fact, those who attend should dress up in costumes to add to the flavor of this party. This event is hosted by the Emmons and the Higgins families.

The next event is the annual banquet. It will be held at the Good Hope Lutheran Church in Arlington on Nov. 11. Gather at 5 to 6 p.m., the potluck meal will start at 6 p.m.

There are several drives and events still coming up, so please mark your calendars.

We would like to send a big thank you to Will and Shirley Stevenson. This drive was held in Ft. Wayne, Ind. Everyone

had a great time and enjoyed the music and entertainment along with the drive. It was awesome! If anyone has information they would like to add to the article or has pictures to place in the Corral, please send it to my email address, higgy122@gmail. com. My deadline for the article

is the 10th of each month.

As always, we extend an open invitation for everyone to come and check out our driving club. Everyone is welcome.

This will wrap up another month. Until next time, be safe and enjoy the summer we have left.

Eme Martin Trick andFancyRider

Eme Martin has been trick riding all over the Eastern US since she was 7. She is now 12 and this is her first solo year as EME MARTIN—TRICK AND FANCY RIDER. Eme has trained her pony (Twilight), with minimal help, over the last two years to become a very reliable trick pony. She is now training Storm, her 4 year old, to become a trick horse as well. Her life revolves around horses and trick riding. She dreams of performing at the DAYS OF 47 RODEO in Utah someday and of becoming an amazing, nationally known performer like Haley Proctor.

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FACEBOOK: Eme Martin - Trick and Fancy Rider

SUMMER 2023 SCHEDULE

MAY 6 FUN SHOW PERFORMANCE

Belmont County Fairgrounds, St. Clairsville, OH

MAY 9 FUN SHOW PERFORMANCE FOR “NOT AN ORDINARY PLACE” AS Horsemanship and Training Center, Springfield, OH

MAY 19-21 RED TOP RANCH TRICK RIDING SCHOOL WITH LINDA SCHOLTZ & KAREN VOLD

Boone, CO

MAY 27-28 GLADWIN RANCH RODEO

Gladwin County Fairgrounds, Gladwin, MI

Twisted P Rodeo Company

JUNE 14 WILD WEST DAYS

Belmont County Fairgrounds, St. Clairsville, OH

Organized by Sarah Martin & Belmont Senior Services

JULY 8 ROCKY FORK RODEO

Rocky For Ranch Arena, Kimbolton, OH

Rocky Fork Rodeo Company

JULY 14-15 GAINES COMMUNITY RODEO — 20 YEAR CELEBRATION

Gaines, MI • Flying Star Rodeo Productions

AUGUST 5 ARC TALENT SHOWCASE—ARC OF OHIO City of St. Clairsville Amphitheater, St. Clairsville, OH

SEPT. 7 COWBOY CORNER FUN SHOW

Belmont County Fair, St. Clairsville, OH

SEPT. 10 EME MARTIN — TRICK AND FANCY RIDER

Belmont County Fair, St. Clairsville, OH

Booking Information and Sponsorships contact: Sarah Martin, 740-359-0428, hafpint02@gmail.com

Flatlanders Dressage & Combined Training Association, Inc.

Having Fun With Your Horse

When was the last time you could say to yourself, “I really had fun with the horses today!”? We all rightly have so many responsibilities when it comes to horse ownership that we forget to have some real fun with them. Speaking for myself, I personally forget that the entire reason for horse ownership is to enjoy them. Cleaning, brushing, mucking, veterinary care and the like get in the way of our idyllic thoughts about owning horses. We forget the joy and focus on the drudgery. Thank Heaven we have opportunities to be reminded us of the joy, like our club had this month.

Over the past few months, we

as the Flatlander club have enjoyed several fun days and presentations together. This month was no exception. Two stand out activities gave us time together to recover the fun in horse ownership—a trail-in-hand demonstration and a good old fashioned trail ride with a twist. The trail-in-hand demonstration took place at one of our long-time member’s facilities outside Delphos, Ohio. Thank you, Marylou, for providing the venue for this event. The outdoor arena was equipped with a bevy of obstacles that included cones, a gate, a bridge, trot poles and a back through box. The horse that was being used was actually a very talented, 21-year-old mini named Zoe . She is a state

champion 4-H veteran and is a joy to work with. How do I know? I own her. She has been mine since ten days old when I started bucket feeding her, but that story is for another time. Because I have been responsible for all of her care and training since birth, I know her very well. My children have used her in hand and driving classes her entire life. Trail-in-hand is just one of the many events that can be enjoyed with a small equine. However, you don’t need to own a miniature horse to train in this event. Trail-in-hand is very beneficial for teaching the animal ground manners, maneuverability, and listening skills. Every horse can be improved if they are taught these skills.

Let me walk you through the course that was demonstrated in front of the onlooking members. Firstly, a rope gate was worked. The more difficult portion of the obstacle is backing the animal parallel to them. Next came the cones, set six feet apart in a row to trot through. A set of three cones was the place to perform a maneuver called the back-away. The pony or horse must back away from the handler at a signal, pause, then return upon command. Sounds simple enough, correct? It’s not. Trot poles allow the animal to find good distances and be aware of their foot position in the next stage of the course. They work independently over the set of four to six poles as the handler jogs alongside A wooden bridge, the next fun step in the course as the equine walks calmly over it independently. Zoe really shines at this portion of the course; she actually enjoys hearing herself walk on the wood. A series of ground poles and cones gave Zoe a chance to trot, turn sharply, sidepass, and even jump in hand. Finally she performed a ground tie maneuver where she is left standing alone while the handler walks completely around her. Let me tell you, when the animal is worked with in these in-hand style courses, the relationship

with the animal is greatly improved and enjoyed.

The second really enjoyable event this month that our members had the opportunity to experience was a good old fashioned trail ride. Fifteen horses and riders gathered at a long-time member’s outdoor facility located again in Delphos, Ohio. The ride began, interestingly, with a bunch of great obstacles in Beth Metzger’s outdoor arena that she set up for the enjoyment and challenge for any who dared to try. Thank you, Beth, for all your time and effort to set this up. Ground poles in multiple directions were laid out for our challenge. Also, a water obstacle, a mailbox (complete with treats), a slicker coat, and even an elevated platform to climb! Wow! That was really fun for those who like the challenge. The second portion began as we headed out of the arena to the trail located behind her property. Tall grasses covered the trail that ran alongside Jennings Creek. We walked alongside corn fields tall in tassle, crossed the creek (a great challenge), and walked into town on a beautifully wooded path. Why would we walk into town, you may ask? Well, for ice cream, of course! As we clipclopped through the streets of Delphos, we were greeted with many smiles and waves. Finally, we stopped in an open lot where a few of us walked to get everyone’s ice cream order at the famous Delphos Creamery. What a treat!

You see, if you take the opportunities given and make up some of your own ideas, owning and working with the equine friends we are given is a true joy. Don’t forget the fun when the work seems daunting and you question why am I doing all this work. Make the time for enjoyable experiences. Join us for some fun and learning by contacting our club.

TrailMeister

Putting Hoof Boots to the Test: Unveiling the Truth Behind Equine Footwear

Hoof boots? We’ve all heard of them, and it’s a love-or-hate relationship for most. I tried boots from four manufacturers a few years ago and promptly returned to traditional steel shoes. Steel has worked for me for years. Other than a few sprung shoes, failures have been minimal at worst.

So why try boots again? Technology is constantly improving, and hoof boots are no exception. Hoof boot manufacturers have added new models aimed at the trail riding and mule market and new materials that aim to resolve many of the issues I encountered when I last tried boots. I like that boots provide better traction in slick rock areas and preserve hoof structure and integrity by forgoing the nail holes left after each re-shoe. I also like the idea that boots should better accommodate the dynamic structure of the equine hoof. Unshod hooves are flexible, with give in response to their movement, and this flex influences the blood circulation in their hooves.

What does success with hoof boots look like?

Comfort is Key: The older I get, the more I understand the importance of comfort, not just for myself but also for my critters. Hoof boots allow the hooves to flex and move freely. This movement should result in less discomfort and soreness for our animals, making their rides more enjoyable. Since our animals don’t get to choose when or where we’re heading, their comfort should be a top priority.

Keeping Hooves Healthy: As experienced horse owners, we know the saying “no hoof, no horse.” Plastic hoof boots should reduce damage to the hoof walls, and they don’t require altering the hooves through nailing and should allow our horses to maintain their natural hoof integrity better.

Easy Application: I like easy. Some of the previous boots we tried were a PITA. Boots shouldn’t take an excessive amount of effort to put on and take off. With user-friendly features such as adjustable straps and closures, boots should be able to be easily adjusted quickly and removed. Hoof boots should save us time and effort and make our lives simpler.

Saving Some Money: From vet bills to equipment purchases, equine expenses rapidly add up. But plastic hoof boots offer a cost-effective alternative to traditional metal shoes. Not only are they durable and can withstand wear and tear, but they are also only used while riding, and this equals less frequent replacements and more money in our pockets. By opting for boots, we can save on long-term hoof care costs.

Non-Invasive Solution: At this stage in my life, I appreciate noninvasive options, and I’m beginning to feel the same for my mules. Preserving our horses’ natural hoof structure without nail holes is a reasonable expectation, and plastic hoof boots fit the bill perfectly.

A Perfect Fit: Our horses come in different shapes and sizes, just like us. The good news is that hoof boots are available in many more sizes than in previous years and have more features. This means a better chance of a good fit for our equine friends, ensuring maximum comfort and support. Proper fit is essential for hoof health and overall performance, and boots allow us to cater to our horses’ needs.

So, fellow equestrians, those are my thoughts on revisiting hoof boots. Their promises of comfort, hoof health benefits, versatility, easy application, cost-effectiveness, and non-invasive nature are a no-

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brainer for our trusted companions. It’s time to saddle up and embrace the modern solutions available. I’m hopeful that by choosing hoof boots, I can ensure the well-being and happiness of my animals for years to come. I’ll let you know how the experiment goes!

As always, for more information on trail riding and camping with horses and the world’s most extensive guide to horse trails and camps, visit www.TrailMeister.com.

Embracing Change: Riding Towards Personal Growth —The Eagle Has Landed

Awise saying goes, “There’s no point in changing horses midstream,” an idea that no doubt suggests the importance of persisting through challenges. However, when taken literally, the notion of switching horses might be a fitting metaphor for our tendency to cling to certain practices that no longer serve us well. In the versatile world of equestrian sports, riders know that sometimes changing disciplines can add a new level of challenge or enjoyment to their experience. Likewise, embracing change can be a powerful force for personal growth and development for individuals.

Imagine riding confidently on your familiar horse, perfectly at ease with its steady gait and predictable temperament. Suddenly, you’re faced with the opportunity to try something entirely new, such as switching from a western saddle to an English one or attempting a jump you’ve never dared before. You’re filled with uncertainty and vulnerability from stepping outside your comfort zone. But what if embracing these changes could elevate your experience and help you reach previously unattainable personal milestones?

Just as riders can benefit from exploring different disciplines, change can be tough but necessary for personal growth. Change forces us to reassess our beliefs, attitudes, and perspectives on the world and ourselves, ultimately leading to a stronger, more resilient, and more adaptive character. Though change may come with challenges, discomfort, and fears, it’s often a catalyst for improvement, innovation, and a deeper understanding of our capabilities.

One way to embrace change is by viewing it as an opportunity rather than a threat. For instance, Buckeye Horse Center underwent a major transformation, moving to a new location and rebranding itself as The Eagles Nest in Ravenna, Ohio. Despite the challenges and uncertainties that the change posed, the team at Eagles Nest was keen to take advantage of the new opportunities it offered, maintaining its focus on Western Dressage and developing exciting new features in 2024, such as clinics, horse shows, and facility rentals.

By demonstrating such adaptability, the Eagle’s Nest team has shown its commitment to growth and learning, providing a shining example to others in the equestrian community. This attitude has allowed them to adapt and thrive and promote self-improvement and personal development in others. As part of their new brand, The Winning Edge Mental Performance Coaching is now an integral aspect of Eagle’s Nest, helping riders develop the mental skills needed to excel in their sport.

If embracing change can lead to tangible benefits for the Eagle’s Nest team, imagine the potential benefits for each of us. Whether we trade one horse for another, switch careers, or reassess a habit or belief, embracing change can lead to personal growth and selfdiscovery. We may find ourselves breaking out of our comfort zones and exploring new horizons, which can lead to unexpected opportunities and rewards.

Understanding our capabilities and embracing change can open up possibilities for our lives. With the right mindset, every challenge opens up a new opportunity to learn and develop in any aspect of life. To achieve success, it is essential that we view change as an invitation rather than a hindrance. By welcoming the unknown with an open mind, we can allow ourselves to grow.

So let’s take after Eagle’s Nest and embrace change confidently and excitedly. We owe it to ourselves to use every opportunity for growth, no matter how small or intimidating. Change may be challenging, but more often than not, it opens up a world of possibilities. After all, without change, there can be no growth. Let’s make the most of every change that comes our way and use it as a chance to reach new heights!

Getting out of our comfort zone can lead us to completely unexpected places, literally and figuratively. It allows us to explore new opportunities, challenge ourselves in different ways and give us a chance to have unique experiences. We can learn more about ourselves by taking on new challenges and becoming stronger versions.

At the same time, it is important not to forget that growth isn’t automatic, to reap the benefits of change, we have to be actively engaged in our development. We must continuously seek out ways to challenge ourselves and take risks while at the same time allowing for mistakes. We can gain a better understanding of our capabilities and find new paths toward success through failure.

Growth is essential for any successful individual or organization. The possibilities are endless, let’s go out there and make them a reality! We can unlock our true potential by consistently challenging ourselves and taking risks. We have to be brave enough to try something.

The next time you feel the churn of uncertainty and trepidation associated with change, remember the powerful transformation experienced by Eagle’s Nest and The Winning Edge Mental Performance Coaching. Draw from their example, seek the silver lining in the changes you face, and use them as a springboard for personal growth and development.

Discover more inspiring stories and equestrian tips by checking out our blogs at www.theconfidenthorseman.com and www. Horsehappyhour.com. Embrace change in your life and ride towards a more fulfilling and enriching personal journey.

Northern Ohio Outlaws

PRESIDENT, Dwayne Joyner

VICE PRESIDENT, Tony Ruper

SECRETARY, Janessa Hill

TREASURER, Mark Maxwell

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WEBSITE, www.nooutlaws.com

The August Northern Ohio Outlaw Kiko Meats Summer

Sizzler Shoot was our highest attended shoot so far this year with over 115 shooters and 18 Wranglers each day! But the Wranglers stole the show with their help presenting the flags on horseback both mornings before the shoot. The Wranglers are under 11 years of age and run the same courses as the adults but without the live fire.

Congratulations to our moveups from the weekend! Sylvio Pellegrino, Mens 1 – Mens

2; Michael Sheets Mens 2 –Mens 3; Deann Sloan Ladies

2 – Ladies 3; Karen Wertz and June Schmidt, Sr. Ladies 3 – Sr. Ladies 4; Christopher Mcelyea, Mens 5 – Mens 6.

Congratulations to all the winners from the weekend:

Highest Attended Shoot in August

SATURDAY WINNERS

OVERALL: Tyler Vrh

RESERVE OVERALL: Mike Lewallen

CLASS WINNERS: L1 Bree Gartlemann, L2 Deann Sloan, L3 Leanne Louive, L4 Dora Psiakis, L5 Karla Durnell, L6 Jennifer Casey, M1 Sylvio Pellegrino, M2 Michael Sheets, M3 Tristan Vrh, M4 Chris Sheridan, M5 Christopher Mcelyea, M6 Tyler Vrh, SL1 Renee Butts, SL2 June Schmidt, SL3 Anjanelle Hennebert, SL4 Sue Wolski, SL5 Judy Neel, SL6 Kelly Forster, SM2 Mark Maxwell, SM3 Rob Bryan, SM4 Robert Koniak, SM6 Mike Lewallen.

WRANGLER LIMITED: Braelyn Ringer

WRANGLER OPEN: Brylen Haller

SUNDAY WINNERS

OVERALL: Christopher McElyea

RESERVE OVERALL: Rob Bernhardt.

CLASS WINNERS: L1 Bree Gartlemann, L2 Christy Burdick, L3 Jessica Soehnlen, L4 Mollie Himes, L5 Sonya Morse, L6 Carla Spackman, M1 Caleb Heald, M2 Sylvio Pellegrino, M3 Corey Barger, M4 David Vrh, M5 Christopher Mcelyea, M6 Robert Bernhardt, SL1 Laurie Maris, L2 Sherry Whitehead, SL3 Karen Wertz, SL4 Jeanette Black, SL5 Lisa Jones, SL6 Tammy Angeletti, SM2 Steve Tschiegg, SM3 Greg Durnell, SM4 Jim Bussell, SM6 Mike Lewallen

WRANGLER LIMITED: Lily Treas

WRANGLER OPEN: Brylen Haller

Our next event is the Custom Conchos Bring on the Bling Shoot Oct. 7 and 8. Come out and see us at the Wayne County Fairgrounds in Wooster, Ohio!

For more information about our club, check out our website at nooutlaws.com or visit our

Outlaws CMSA. Hope to see you all soon!

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Successful Second Event

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Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros second event went great! We had 37 riders and six Wranglers on Saturday and 32 riders and six Wranglers on Sunday! We played Bingo Saturday night after the event, everyone had dinner and it was a blast! Thank you Emily Hric and Charlie Farnsworth. We would like to thank everyone who came out to help make our event a success. Congratulations to all of our winners.

SATURDAY WINNERS

CHAMPION: Marcella Gruchalak

OVERALL COWBOY: James Chambers

OVERALL COWGIRL: Marcella Gruchalak

OVERALL SR. COWBOY: Matt Miller

OVERALL SR. COWGIRL: Sue Wolski

OVERALL RESERVE: James Chambers

RESERVE COWBOY: George Hampe

RESERVE COWGIRL: Carla Spackman

RESERVE SR. COWBOY: Rob Bryan

RESERVE SR. COWGIRL: Linda Larson

L1: Christy Burdick; L2: Julia Ray; L4: Marcella Gruchalak; L5: Karla Durnell; L6: Carla Spackman; M1: Sylvio Pellegrino; M2: Ed Haefner; M3: David Spackman; M4: David Ringer; M5: James Chambers; M6: George Hampe; SL2: June Schmidt; SL3: Dawn Wojtowicz; SL4: Sue Wolski; SL5: Barb Miller; SL6: Kelley Forster; SM2: Jeff Gould; SM3: Rob Bryan; SM4: Robert Koniak; SM5: Matt Miller; SM6: Tony Ruper. WRANGLERS: Limited: Braeyln Ringer, Kamille Huff, Emmett Ringar, Wyatt Berry. OPEN: Lily Farnsworth, Mason Reed.

SUNDAY WINNERS

CHAMPION: Robert Bernhardt

OVERALL COWBOY: Robert Bernhardt

OVERALL COWGIRL: Carla Spackman

OVERALL SR COWBOY: Matt Miller

OVERALL SR COWGIRL: Rhonda Brown

OVERALL RESERVE: David Ringer

RESERVE COWBOY: David Ringer

RESERVE COWGIRL: Karla Durnell

RESERVE SR COWBOY: Greg Durnell

RESERVE SR COWGIRL: Kelley Forster

L2: Christy Burdick; L3: Missy De Forest; L4: Marcella Gruchalak; L5: Karla Durnell; L6: Carla Spackman; M1: Sylvio Pellegrino; M2: Mike Sheets; M4: David Ringer; M5: James Chambers; M6: Robert Bernhardt; SL2: June Schmidt; SL3: Dawn Wojtowicz; SL4: Cheri Stady; SL5: Rhonda Brown; SL6: Kelley Forster; SM2: Jeff Gould; SM3: Greg Durnel; SM4: Robert Koniak; SM5: Matt Miller. WRANGLERS: Limited: Braelyn Ringer, Kamille Huff, Emmett Ringet, Wyatt Berry. OPEN: Mason Reed, Lily Farnsworth

We had a shoot Aug. 19 and 20. Our last event will be Sept. 9 and 10. Our next meeting will be on Sept. 6, the place will be on our website. Meetings are always the

first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. Anyone interested in coming are more than welcome to come and see what it is all about. Visit our website, lakeeriemountedvaqueros.net, you will see where the meetings are going to be held. Feel free to call me at 330/719-3290 for any information regarding our club or about cowboy mounted shooting. I want to thank Stephanie Berry for hosting our August meeting!

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The Cowboy Perseverance Ranch

There Are No Short Cuts

There was a quote I heard recently from a podcast I listened to from Stacy Westfall. This quote is from the famous basketball coach John Wooden. It says, “If you spend too much time learning the tricks of the trade you may not learn the trade. There are no short cuts. If you are working on finding a short cut, the easy way, you’re not working hard enough on the fundamentals. You may get away with it for a spell but there’s no substitution for the basics and the first basic is good old fashioned hard work.” This really resonated with me due to some things I have been hearing and seeing with lesson kids here at the barn.

Rob and I had the unique pleasure of representing two families from our barn at a horse sale in May. They entrusted us to find them a horse that would be a good fit for them. We were blessed to find two good horses that were lightly started, appeared to have great dispositions but still needed more foundational work. The agreement was for each horse to stay here for a month in order for me to work with them more to get a better idea where they were in their training. The kids were also to be involved in the process so they could continue the work once they were taken home. Things they shared with me about what they were doing with them at home had me concerned.

I can certainly understand the excitement these kids have with fulfilling their passion to own their own horse. However, in their excitement and anxiousness to be able to enjoy them to the fullest, some fundamentals are being overlooked. Colossians 2: 6,7 reads “So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in

the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.” The word that stands out to me in this verse is ‘rooted’. The KJV definition of root is “That part of a plant which enters and fixes itself in the earth, and serves to support the plant in an erect position…” The most prevalent image that comes to my mind are trees.

At the home that Rob and I owned, before CP Ranch, we had a lot of pine trees that lined our property. Their root system is not deep and there would inevitably be a couple that would get blown over when a storm would come rolling through. Recently when one of the kids brought her horse here for a lesson the horse became anxious and started to run off in the arena with her on his back. Once they stopped, I very quickly explained how they need to go back to basic fundamentals to continue to strengthen him and gave her some exercises to work on at home. She will continue to haul him here for lessons weekly so we can add more exercises to work on his fundamentals.

As I was looking up Bible verses for this article, Genesis 6:22-7:5, seemed to be quite appropriate scripture. The main part of the scripture that stood out to me was “Noah did everything just as God commanded him.” Building the ark was not a small or quick task. Noah was 600 years old when he finished the Ark. Scholars believe that he was 500 years old when he started the Ark. Can you imagine diligently working on something for 100 years?! In Genesis 6:15, God begins giving Noah very specific instructions on how the ark was to be built. And for good reason: statistics I found showed that the ark had to accommodate 45,000 animals and the weight of them is estimated to have been over 111 million pounds. Yikes! It’s no wonder Noah couldn’t cut corners, and neither should we.

Whenever I work with a horse, I look at it as the horse is in our position and we are in God’s. I want to give the horse a good, solid foundation so it will be a steadfast partner. So, I have learned from the best to not take short cuts. The horses are ultimately a reflection of the work I have done with them. We are also a reflection of God’s work in us. We are instructed to stay firmly rooted in our faith because there is no substitution for having a solid and strong foundation. We are to know and understand his word. Training horses is not easy, neither is our training to live according to God’s will. My friends please don’t take any short cuts. The hard work will prove to be very rewarding! May you be blessed on your ride!

The Corzatt family owns and operates the Cowboy Perseverance Ranch (CPR) in Marengo, Ohio. CPR is a faith

based operation and our mission is to build a strong foundation and relationship with our training horses and students. We are blessed to be able to provide western horsemanship lessons infused with biblical scripture to students of all ages. One student has described her time here as “CPR for the soul!” Visit our website at www.cpranch. wixsite.com/home or follow us on Facebook.

When you think about horse ownership, it is more often that we associate it with spending money rather than saving it. There is always a new piece of tack, more hay to buy, and don’t forget the vet bills. But what if you could not only save a little money, but benefit the environment as well? Sometimes it can take a little more upfront investment, but there is quite a bit of money to be saved when you invest in ‘green’ products. There is also the bonus of doing something good for the environment. Even small steps can have a big impact. Here are a few suggestions for getting started on going green:

Waste Not. One of the biggest expenses in horse keeping is making sure that our horses are well fed. From year to year, it is hard to know what hay will cost, but with the rising prices of everything from equipment to fertilizer, it is a good guess that the prices will continue to rise. Being that good quality forage is such an important commodity, it makes sense to protect that asset. By utilizing feeders like an All-Weather Hay Feeder or other slow feeders that protect the hay from getting trampled underfoot. It not only saves the hay but saves you money in the long-run. Slow feeders usually end up paying for themselves in as little as six months. Utilizing the hay, rather than just wasting it, saves the energy costs of producing the product making the process a green practice.

Keep it Clean. Manure can be a messy issue to deal with, but properly handling can create a by-product that can be useful. The best way to handle manure is to compost first, then add it to fields using a manure spreader. You can actually feed nutrients back into your soil that will benefit your pastures or garden. It’s important to follow environmental recommendations to make sure that the manure you spread will enhance the ground you are spreading on and not impede it or run-off into water-ways. Properly composted horse manure needs carbon-rich materials added such as dried leaves, sticks and even sawdust helps in this process (which is usually mixed with the manure from stalls already). Check with your local extension office for the best guidelines.

Give ‘em a Second Chance. When possible, buy items made of recycled materials. There are many things utilized in the barn that can actually be made from recycled products such as rubber stall mats and plastic items like mud grid and paddock slabs. Rubber stall mats are often made from recycled rubber. Mud grids and paddock slabs are made from recycling plastic materials like plastic bags. Buying ‘second quality’ items may get you a new product with a slight defect, but it is still in usable condition. Other items for your barn can be purchased used or repurposed to fit your current needs. Getting creative when it comes to solutions around the barn can be cost effective and environmentally friendly.

Buckets of Savings. Your horse needs water every day, but there are ways that you can be environmentally conscious and keep your horse healthy in the process. In the winter, using thermal buckets instead of electric heated buckets will save on energy costs. Because the bucket holder is thermal, it will also keep the water cool in the summertime, making it more palatable for your horse. It is also possible to find plastic buckets that are food-grade and bpa-free, protecting your horse from potentially harmful chemicals.

Go Natural. If you make your own hay, there are natural products like HayGuard that can help increase the quality of hay without adding harsh chemicals. The product is naturally derived from sulfur compounds. It allows bailing at higher moisture levels, saves more leaves creating more nutritious hay at higher yields. The product can also reduce mold and yeast growth resulting in a better product for your horses and less waste of resources. Speaking of chemicals, avoiding spraying harsh chemicals on your horses is also a way to go green. It’s healthier for you, your horse and any residue that may run off into the water system. Using green flay sprays like Fly Bye! that are natural yes very effective is a great idea.

Buy Local. These days, almost everyone enjoys the convenience of online shopping, but even free shipping has its costs. Supporting local stores has a positive impact on the environment and your local economy in ways that national chains can’t. Most local purchases require less transportation emissions, benefiting the environment. Local businesses are likely to be invested in the community in which they reside, both creating more local jobs and supporting local causes. Locally owned businesses are also more likely to employ individuals with a better knowledge of their product base. This means you are getting better information to formulate your purchasing decisions, saving time and money.

These are just a few ideas on how to incorporate a greener lifestyle in your barn without breaking the bank. There is no doubt that horse keeping can have environmental impacts of its own, so it makes sense to seek out ways to balance it out. Weather you keep your horses at home, board at a facility or enjoy riding on the trails, making environmentally conscientious purchases is an important investment for all horse lovers.

Lisa Kiley is a lifelong horse enthusiast who has worked in the equine industry and shown horses for many years. She is a proud member of the Cashmans Horse Equipment Team. Cashmans Horse Equipment, located in Delaware, Ohio, has been providing top quality products to the equine and agricultural community for 40 years. They have a commitment to sourcing environmentally conscious merchandise and items made in the U.S.A. Cashmans strives to educate customers and provide products that put safety first so you can enjoy more time with the horses you love. www.cashmans.com

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Greetings From Your President

OHC membership registration and membership renewal opens each year on Oct. 1. Per the OHC Bylaws: “A membership paid after Oct. 1 entitles the member to the benefits of membership except for the right to vote in the current year.” This means that if you join as a new member in October 2023, you have membership privileges for the remainder of 2023 (except for voting) as well as all of 2024. I encourage existing members to renew in the fall of the current year for next year. Then you won’t miss any issues of the Horsemen’s Corral. If you have purchased the Equisure liability insurance along with your membership, you ensure that your insurance does not lapse. If you wait until later in 2024 to renew, you will not receive the Corral magazine or have liability insurance coverage starting on Jan. 1 until your membership renewal is received and your dues are paid for 2024.

Fall is starting. Perhaps you’ve not been riding as much during the hot summer months and now the days are getting cooler and more comfortable. The leaves will be changing soon, it’s a great time to get out on the trail. This is also a great time to think about trailer safety. Cooler temperatures mean that your trailer and truck tire pressure is reduced. Hot weather increases tire pressure, cool weather lowers tire pressure. The number one cause of tire blow outs is low tire pressure. If the tires are under inflated, the tire sidewall flexes more. Excess sidewall flexing can cause a blowout. Please make checking your truck and trailer tire pressure part of your pre-trip preparations. How old are your trailer tires? We tend to judge tire life by the tread wear. We don’t put many miles on our trailers compared to our car or truck. Tread wear may not be the best indicator that the tires should be replaced. Sun

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ASHTABULA

Wow what a ride this summer has been. The crickets are usually the first sign that summer is coming to an end. Well, they have been on full blast the last few nights. They are a reminder to get in as many rides as we can before seasons change again. The end of summer brings planning for the fall. During our last meeting we discussed plans for upcoming events. Our calendars are quickly filling up. We are looking at trips to Hickory Creek as well as Salt Fork for the month of September. Then in October a group of us are very excited to attend the Tri-County Association’s Halloween event again. In the same month, a few

members have booked rides with the Cleveland Metro Park to participate in the annual Beach Ride. We had one show left in our gaming show series at the end of August, we gave out series points awards as well as picked a winner for our gun raffle.

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light and time deteriorates tire rubber.

From Carry-Ontrailer.com: “Age is also a factor to consider when determining if your trailer’s tires need to be replaced. Each tire manufacturer will likely have different recommendations on the service life of a particular type of tire, but statistics suggest the average life of a trailer tire is about five years under normal use and maintenance conditions, and that tire replacement should be considered after three years, even if the tires appear to have adequate tread depth. Consult with your tire dealer if you have questions regarding the life expectancy of your trailer’s tires. “In addition to knowing how to spot the signs that your trailer’s tires are due to be changed, it’s important to know the most common causes of trailer tire damage and avoid them to help maintain safety on the road, extend the life of your tires, and improve your vehicle’s fuel

If you missed our other shows, we have a chance for you to ride with us again and this time for a fantastic cause. One of our active members and asset to our local horse community, Jessica Sheets experienced what

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economy. Trailer tire damage is often a result of:

• Improper tire pressure.

• Excessive exposure to sunlight, moisture, and extreme temperatures.

• Trailers stored with weight on the tires.

• Excessive speed.

• Improper loading.

• Exposure to high temperatures while in use.

• Sporadic use of the trailer.

• Axle issues that affect wear on the tires, such as alignment issues.

“Your trailer’s tires are a key element of your trailer, and knowing when to replace them is essential to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of your cargo and others on the road. If you have questions regarding your trailer’s tires and when to replace them, consult with your owner’s manual, your trailer dealer, or a tire professional.”

could be called a dysfunctional dismount. This resulted in some pretty serious injuries and missed time from work while she endures a long recovery. At

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least three of our local clubs and groups are working together to host a mega fundraiser show to benefit the Sheets family. This show will combine mounted shooting, fun classes and gaming all in one. Truly, we will have something for everyone! We will also have a Chinese auction, silent auction, 50/50, food and more. All proceeds are being donated so please come out to support a fantastic lady and family. This mega show will be held Sept. 23 at the Ashtabula County Fairgrounds. For general questions please contact Sylvio, 440/289-8489.

If you are in our area and ever want to learn more about who we are and what we do please reach out to us. Our Facebook page is a fantastic way to contact us. Just search Ohio Horseman’s Council Ashtabula Chapter. Another option is to attend a meeting. We have our meetings the first Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. We hope to ride with you soon.

Greetings from Clermont County. We enjoyed our first weekend campout at the Special Events area on the north side of East Fork State Park. Despite the rain on Saturday, we enjoyed the weekend sharing good food, music, campfire, and some great trails. This was our camp and ride fundraiser for continued improvements to our trails. The money raised (+$600), will be used to purchase additional gravel for the trails. Our trails at East Fork are in the best condition we have seen in many years, thanks to OHC Clermont County and SOTA for the continued improvements.

Clermont County sponsored two classes at our county fair, and we had the pleasure to present a grand champion ribbon and trophy for Sr. Trail Class 15-18 to Gracie Reid. This was Gracie’s last year for her involvement in Golden Spurs 4-H. We wish her the best as she continues her riding career.

Steve Lykins has decided to step down as our Corral secretary, due to some personal matters. We wish Steve the best and please keep him in your prayers.

Stay tuned for updates for a possible fall campout at East Fork State Park, possibly sometime mid-October. Watch for updates on our OHC Clermont Facebook page.

Until next month, ride safe! We hope to see you enjoying the trails at East Fork State Park

CLINTON

Hello fellow horseman/woman, I hope your summer has been amazing. Fall is coming; one of the best times to ride I believe! Some of us went to Hocking Hills in June. It was the driest I have ever seen the trails. I had to wear a bandana over my face when in the back of the line of riders kicking up the dust. I actually was choking one day on dust! We had an amazing trip and rented an amazing cabin at Pine Creek. Their access trail has gotten much better, so it was great to get to the main trails! I do have to say that the cabin was amazing but so much work to unload the trailer, take to cabin, go to the barn below to the horses, then reload to leave. Next trip I will just get a camp site...much easier! First photo is us at Pine Creek the trail sisters, Abby Fox, Mitzy Webber, me, Diana Spencer and Amanda Snell. Wonderful group to ride with!

We had a great families campout full of kids, games, riding. Second photo is Casyn Lamb and Riley Peterson with Hopper. This campout was just going to be two of us then all of a sudden, we had so many people show up to camp and have a wonderful weekend! We camped at CCSP this last

weekend, I have to say Warren County has done such a great job fixing up the trails. The trail to the lake is amazing. They also repaired the old trail so it is opened back up with a beautiful ride through the woods. Thank you Warren County trail team! Our next group camping trip is Labor Day weekend, and we have had so many RSVP we will have a great time. Take a kid riding and see the future!

COLUMBIANA

Hello everyone! July was a great month for us here in Columbiana County. We hosted a very successful Summer Bash event on July 22 at beautiful Beaver Creek State Park. Summer Bash included the ever-popular poker run, as well as a Chinese auction and a gun raffle. We appreciate all the hard work our staff, headed by Cassy Moore and her money manager Sally Stamp, put into the event. Our proceeds mounted to over $700 which will be earmarked towards trail maintenance for the Beaver Creek equestrian trails. Along with the festivities just mentioned, at the end we enjoyed a covered dish dinner with Tom Moore heading up the hamburgers and hot dogs. Our gun raffle winner was the very lucky Bob Krough as shown in the photos. Congratulations Bob! Our members traveled to Two Mile Park in Franklin, Pa., for a six-day ride at the end of the month. This is a beautiful park with groomed trails and a spectacular lake. Everyone who attended had a great time

and at the end we had a covered dish dinner where everyone walked away stuffed. I would recommend for everyone to ride at this park. You will not be disappointed.

The next big event that we are going to have at Beaver Creek will be our Halloween ride the second week of October. This is a big hit every year with a covered dish dinner at the end of the day. Please keep this date open and plan to attend this wonderful event.

That’s it for now. Everyone, please have great rides and be safe!

COSHOCTON

Howdy from Coshocton. It has been a busy riding season and the best is yet to come. We are finalizing plans for our 19th Annual Jack Fallon and Friends Memorial Ride and Hog Roast fundraiser. You are all invited to join us Sept. 16 for a funfilled day and delicious meal. Camping is free, the meal is a donation plus a covered dish to share. There is a live auction immediately following the meal and you are welcome to bring items for the auction. We will have a raffle item as well as a 50/50 drawing. Hope to see y’all there. Trails are in great shape!

CUYAHOGA

Our 2023 President Kathy King has kept us busy with quite a variety of activities and presentations.

So here we are in September and the year grows short. I for one will put aside the unnecessary and hit the trails more. We will still be working to make our camping weekend at Cleveland Metroparks South Chagrin Polo Field Sept. 29-30 and Oct. 1, a fun event. Joined by Medina and Summit Chapters in this endeavor there will be a lot of fun to be had. Great easy, 15 miles of well-groomed trails to

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enjoy, room for portable corrals, a live auction, good food, a table of goods loaded with treasures with any item only $5. Take most of a day to ride to Geauga Parks Holbrook Hollows trails which connect to South Chagrin Reservation or ride for just a few hours and relax back at camp.

Come for the day, the weekend, just Saturday dinner or any combination that appeals to you. See the registration form on cuyahogacountyohc.com, Facebook or the State website www.ohconline.com. At this writing we still have room for you so come on and join the fun.

If we did not get rained out, August saw us holding our Tailgate Tack or Flea Market sale at Brecksville Meadows Shelter. It is good to clean out before the weather changes. Our guest speaker, Lisa Waitkus brought some history to us from Parkers Ranch, since we are not able to host a meeting at the Ranch located in Olmstead Township. The true history started with a woman named Adele Von Parker. She was a high diver on horseback in 1905 and discovered by Buffalo Bill Cody. She came to Cleveland as a vaudeville performer. What a fascinating life.

We are volunteering our time at Cleveland Metroparks Lakefront Reservation Oct. 13-15. Cleveland Metroparks

Mounted Police host riders for their Ride the Beach fundraising event over three separate days. This ride sold out in hours when it was posted. Look for OHC members welcoming you as you pull up to get your packets. There will be helpers from other chapters also but Cuyahoga is one of the main sponsors along with Big Dee’s. We all believe strongly in the importance of having the mounted police unit in the park. They are wonderful public relations for the equine community as well as providing the safety and security of law enforcement. Come to the beach and watch the fun.

Judy Loya keeps track of our ads for qualifying for our Big D Bonus Bucks so be sure to let them know at Big D that you are a Cuyahoga OHC member (Code COHC). Our auction and awards depend on these points. This is the way we can earn money to help maintain trails, and support the Cleveland Metroparks Mounted Police unit.

An FYI to all chapters. If riding the Cleveland Metroparks Rocky

River Reservation from the Lewis Road show ring area, park in the front gravel lot. Do not drive back to the field or show ring area as it does damage. You can only park back there when there is a show or special equine event.

The hiking trails in any reservation are off limits to horses. The newly renovated Deer Lick Cave hiking trail in Brecksville Reservation has sustained damage from horses not following the no horses signs.

Alert: Do not leave anything of value in your truck or trailer that can tempt a thief. Purses, computers, cell phones, etc. This should be standard procedure anywhere you park, shopping centers, venues, and of course the parks. Don’t park, and then be seen hiding your items. Do this well before you arrive. Thieves know you will be gone a good while and your purse or wallet on the seat of your vehicle may well disappear.

DEFIANCE

Greetings from Defiance. It seems some of our chapter members were able to get some nice ride and fun get togethers in between the rains.

Hope everyone got there hay up as well. One of the not so fun tasks of owning horses. It seems that whether you’re buying or trying to find good quality hay for an affordable price or haying on your own, you’re at the mercy of the weather changes and popup storms when it gets hot.

This past month a few members were able to enjoy going to Shawnee National Forest in Illinois; some enjoyed visiting East Fork, and some stayed close to home playing on obstacles.

Our chapter is looking forward to helping with the regional ride at Van Buran State Park in September. It’s always a great time. Stay safe and cool. Happy trails!

DELAWARE

Greetings from your friends from Delaware Chapter. September is here and with it comes our annual fundraising gala, ‘Autumn at Alum Trail Ride and Campout’, planned for Sept. 8-10 at Alum Creek State Park, Horsemen’s Campground on Howard Road.

We look forward to welcoming

our OHC friends, family, and other horseback riding enthusiasts to experience our beautiful bridle trails. Close to 40 miles of trails await your exploration and enjoyment. Whether you choose to camp overnight or come for a day ride, make sure you attend our Saturday evening festivities beginning with our 6 p.m. potluck, followed by a live auction, ‘penny social’, 50/50 raffle and more! This event is our chapter’s main fundraiser with proceeds going towards bridle trail improvements at Alum Creek State Park. Guided rides can be arranged upon request. Current maps will be available. Camping reservations can be made online at reserveohio.com. For more information, please contact one of our chapter officers or look for any last-minute details to be posted on our Facebook page, Delaware County, Ohio Horseman’s Council.

If you and your equine partner have never participated in a parade, now is your chance! Join your OHC friends on Sunday, Sept. 10 in Delaware, Ohio, for the Delaware All Horse Parade beginning at 3 p.m. To participate, arrive no later than 12 noon to the Delaware fairgrounds. Recognized as one of the largest and most unique, non-motorized parades east of the Mississippi River, the approximately 2-mile parade route winds through historical downtown Delaware and the adjacent neighborhood, beginning and ending at the Delaware fairgrounds. An OHC potluck ‘tailgate’ is planned immediately following the parade at 6 p.m. Morrow County chapter is taking the leadership role for coordinating our central region participation in the

parade. Everyone is invited to the potluck, bring a covered dish or dessert to share!

Three OHC State Rides take place this month. Ashland County hosts their annual chili cookoff and campout at Mohican State Forest on Sept. 15-17. The chapters of the northwest region welcome riders to Van Buren State Park on Sept. 22-24. Lastly, enjoy the unique opportunity to camp at Cleveland Metro Park, South Chagrin when Cuyahoga and Summit counties host their State Ride the weekend of Sept. 29, 30, and Oct. 1. Check out ohconline.com for more details about these fun events, including required reservations.

Mark your calendar to join us for next month’s chapter meeting, Friday, Oct. 6 at 7 p.m. for a tour of and introduction to Rob and Tanya Corzatt’s Cowboy Perseverance Ranch located at 987 Township Road 208, Marengo, Ohio. A faithbased western horsemanship program, Corzatt’s mission is

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to help build a strong foundation and relationship with horses. Our chapter meetings are typically held the first Friday of the month at the United Methodist Church, SR 521, Kilbourne, Ohio beginning at 7 p.m. Light refreshments are available. We welcome our fellow OHC members, family, and guests! Come join our fun group! We look forward to meeting you!

ERIE

Greetings from Erie County! The weather has been wonderful for riding. Sounds like we are all racking up the miles this year. September 9 is the day for our annual poker ride! Add to your miles with a great ride at Edison Woods Metro Park. Join us for a day of fun with your horse and friends. Enjoy lunch (noon-2) after your ride while listening to DJ Dan play some great music. Yes, he is coming back! Browse our Chinese auction, check out the new hats and other fun items on display. This annual fundraiser benefits bridle trails and equine activities. Event starts 9 a.m. at the Smokey Road trailhead (8111 Smokey Road, Berlin Heights 44814). For more information check out our add in the Corral or our Facebook page. See you there!

A few months back our club meeting was visited by a reporter of the Sandusky Register newspaper. It was a nice article with a great picture. Pretty cool we made the paper!

In July we had a campout at Edison Woods. Friday night was a beautiful night for a couple of us camping. Jim and Lorna set up their portable corral for their mules to enjoy. Our horses were on the high lines but the cool evening had everyone pretty relaxed. Saturday brought everyone rolling in as the first

riders of the day rode back into camp. A late afternoon ride had everyone arriving back just in time to enjoy an amazing potluck. It was really fun seeing everyone. A campfire gathered us around as stars and stories were shared. What an awesome turnout and great weekend!

On Aug. 26, we hosted a trail day for 4Hers, their horses and parents. The day began with a short, ‘How to ride trails’ orientation. Introduction to the trails, crossing a bridge and proper tying to a picket line will be introduced. A guided trail ride with a leader and drag rider was available for various groups. Next month be sure to look for pictures.

The September meeting will be held the first Thursday of the month, Sept. 7 (at the Smokey Road trailhead.) This meeting is a week early because of the poker ride.

Life is better on the trail!

FULTON

Our July chapter meeting at RRR saw 40 members and three guests, two who became new members. We had a picnic potluck which we hope to make an annual event. We confirmed our Cowboys Christmas Tack Swap and live auction Dec. 3, the first Sunday in December at WB Ranch in Swanton and our

rebranded holiday party Jan. 6 at Otsego Park in Bowling Green, Ohio. One of our new members, Jami Young, the founder and executive director of Lily Creek Farms Therapeutic Riding Center, told us about the facilities and programs which recently relocated to Napoleon, Ohio.

July camping excursions by various members included camping at Farmlane with riding at Waterloo in Michigan, and Edison Woods in Ohio. The trip to Beaver Creek was cancelled again, for the third year in a row, because of excessive heat and rain. I don’t know if we’ll ever make it there! It may have to be one of those last minute let’s go events.

August plans included a camping weekend at Reed Road Ranglers Aug. 11-13 with our chili cook off, potluck and chapter meeting on Aug. 12. Hopefully we will be represented at the state chili cook off at Mohican in September by one of the participants of our chili cook off as they are all wonderful cooks!

September planned trips include Come Again Horse Camp in Indiana; the NW region state ride at Van Buren, Cowboy Larry’s, the Mohican State ride and chili cook off and our Oaktoberfest event Sept. 29-Oct. 1 at RRR, all in Ohio.

Our next chapter meeting will be Sept. 11 at 7 p.m., place to be determined.

If you’d like to know what we’re up to in real time or want more information about our activities, check our website, www.fcohc. com, our Facebook page Fulton County Ohio Horseman’s Council or join our Facebook group Fulton County OHC.

GEAUGA

Thank you to all the volunteers who helped with the annual flea market on July 8 at West Woods. Jennifer Salo does a fantastic job and it is with many hands that we can continue to raise funds for the Geauga trails and for our chapter.

Dr. Keckler from Buckeye Vet presented an informational session regarding ticks and Lyme disease at the Nature Center on July 11. We appreciate all the knowledge on this subject as we do face ticks on the trails with our horses.

On Sept. 24, GOHC will be hosting the regional ride at West Woods starting at 1 p.m. There will be a potluck to follow. Join us to enjoy this beautiful park and friendly company.

A couple more events to watch for in our newsletter or emails will be the Geauga park district buggy training in September and the GOHC Halloween ride in

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October. Plan on coming to these fun-filled happenings.

“I live in a house, but my home is in the stable.”

I hope everyone is staying cool! We seem to be bouncing around even more than usual for Ohio. I haven’t been riding. Between the heat and two to three concerts every week, it’s just not on my agenda. Hopefully I’ll make up for it on the fall.

Several of our members have been riding, however. As usual, Dave leads longer rides for those who like that, and we have also instituted ‘short and sweet’ rides this year. They start later and are shorter (as the name implies). I keep hoping to make it to one but it hasn’t happened yet. Hopefully I’ll manage one of these weeks.

I have added Jeannie and Jerry as admins on our Facebook page. We were having trouble for a few weeks with people joining just to post ads that had nothing to do with the club or horses. So far it seems to have stopped; either that or the two of them have been catching the posts quickly and removing them. If you ever go to the page to post something and get the message that it’s pending approval, though, that will mean we’ve continued to have problems and had to resort to screening. I hope to avoid that; I like to have posts immediately available. But if we have people with no connection to the club wasting our time, I’ll have to resort to it.

We continue to have our potlucks at our meetings, and

they’ve been wonderful. Check the Facebook page or the newsletter for the theme of the meal for any given month.

That’s it for this month; I’ve been so busy rocking that I’m out of touch!

GUERNSEY

Three couples and some grandkids from Guernsey OHC went to Hocking Hills the week of July 11. We stayed at Pine Creek Horse Camp. It was my first time to stay there and I’ve got to say, it’s a first-class place to stay. They have the best shower house and restrooms of any camp I’ve ever stayed at. The horse stalls are also very well maintained and safe. We took in most all of the Hocking Hills sights. In the first picture; Addison, granddaughter

of Don and Marcy, strolls along the edge of Airplane Rock, while Sandy and I look over the edge. Then at 21 Horse Cave (alias Chapel Cave), Marcy snaps a picture of herself, Addison, Don and I. When we left the cave, we headed up to Twin Falls where you see Don and Addison in the picture.

As I write this, two couples from the club, Don and Marcy, Jack and Sandy are headed out west taking in some great sights. They are going to End of the Trail in Ontario, Wisc. They then head on over to Elk Haven at Keystone, S.D., taking in Mt. Rushmore, while there. I’m already jealous! The pictures say it all. Stay tuned next month to get to see them.

Several club members camped at Salt Fork Horse Camp the month of July and Dee Dee and I got in some quality riding with them. While there, I rode Dee Dee alone for the first time and she did really well. I’m gaining more and more confidence in her and myself. As for heading down the trail, she does a really good job of putting her feet in the best places and if something jumps up or out, she just looks at it! On one of the rides alone, a couple of riders came up behind us, and passed us, at Mach 10, and she behaved very well. She wanted to take off up the trail after them, but I told her “No,” and she stood still. Dad was very proud!

Trail riding and overnight campership is up at Salt Fork State Park since we opened Ten Horse Cave. It’s been a real success and boon for the park! If you go, please post pictures on our Facebook page at: Salt Fork Bridle Trails, and apply for membership, if you haven’t already!

Hope to see you on the trail soon,

HOLMES

As we try to dodge high temperatures on our rides, it is hard to think ahead to fall, but here we are writing the September article. And while there will be some heat, it is the beginning of fall riding season, with cooler mornings and evenings, even if we do lose a little day light. Here’s hoping it is a good long season.

Holmes County Labor Day camp at Mohican will be in the books by this time. It is the highlight of the club’s riding season and takes a great deal of cooperation. Thank you to all concerned. It is always a fun time. Some Holmes County members also plan to go the Pine Creek with Wayne County the week of Oct. 9. That should be a great week.

All trails at Mohican are open at this time. Some high winds affected Mohican and Malabar. There were trees down on the high lines at the end of the Lodge Trail. I believe most of that is clear and the rest will be finished soon. The Malabar trails are a work in progress and as of Aug. 2 are closed until further notice. While I am sure they will be open by the time this is published, checking the Facebook page of Malabar Farm and/or Wayne County would be a good source of current information.

The last Holmes County meeting was held July 10. This meeting is usually held on the first Monday of the month but was moved due to the holiday. Past member Laura McCartney shared her mission trip to the Ukraine. Mullet Cabinet/ Fryburg Door organized the trip. They worked with Project 410, Homes for Hope. Laura shared her experience working and living in a war-torn country.

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While the attitudes of the people living there was amazing, it was also heartbreaking. The pictures and descriptions of these people brought home the reality of their situation. Especially difficult to hear were the stories of the elderly people who lost their homes and more. Laura is looking forward to returning to the Ukraine at some time in the future.

We have been getting out to day rides to Mohican and Salt Fork. We camped at Great Seal State Park with Wayne County this month. Beautiful trails with a small primitive multi use campground. And of course, good company and food. Please remember to log your trail and volunteer miles and hours. Every little bit helps our organization show how much our bridle trails and camps are used and appreciated.

KNOX

Happy trails and greetings from Knox County! This is my first column for the Corral and I want to start by thanking Terry Baker for handing the reins (pun intended) over to me. Terry was our Corral reporter for many years and I hope to do half as good a job as he has. Most people who know Terry, know that he took a spill recently that left him pretty banged up. But you can’t keep a good cowboy down and

he is on the path to recovery. He asked that I pass on the following note of thanks:

The motto for OHC as we know, is Horsemen Helping Horsemen. KCOHC members recently amplified that motto. I personally had taken a serious fall from my young horse and my wife had a stroke two years ago for which I became the primary care giver. My fellow KCOHC members, being aware of the situation, stepped up big time. I want to thank Laurie Boley and any others for organizing generous donations of food arriving every other day for a couple weeks, as I was not in a good position to prepare meals. Tim Reed came by and mowed my neglected pastures. This was a great demonstration of OHC’s motto. Thanks to all of you that participated.

In other news, as I write this, the Knox County Fair has come to a close and although we didn’t have any club members or their families showing this year, KCOHC still had a presence at the fair in the form of sponsoring some 4-H equine classes with belt buckles, trophies and ribbons. As Terry wrote in last month’s column, our club is supportive of the Positive Equine Learning In Action (PELIA) group, whose young members showed at the fair wearing their new riding helmets that KCOHC donated to them. We have high hopes that

all these young equestrians will be future OHC members.

Welcome back to seven members (and one non-member) just returning from Montana, where they spent a week at the Bob Marshall Wilderness camp, riding the beautiful mountain trails, sleeping in a tent in the open and bathing in the ice-cold river. They are true adventurers!

Save the date! Saturday, Oct. 14, KCOHC in partnership with our friends at the Knox County Horse Park, are joining forces to hold an Arena/Trail Obstacle Challenge. Come out to the horse park and test your equestrian skills on our obstacles and have a fun day and maybe win a trophy, a ribbon or even a little cash. More details to come in this column or look for our flyer on our Facebook page.

We meet the third Monday of every month at 7 p.m. at Thayer Ridge Park in Mt. Vernon, weather permitting. Watch our Facebook page for any updates. Come join us at a meeting, an event, or ride with us down Ohio’s beautiful trails!

Parades and parks have been keeping Lake County’s OHC chapter engaged for the summer. Barbara J., Tina, and Colleen rode in Lake County Fair’s opening parade. Each horse and rider had their own special ‘groom’ supporting them. The horses and riders walked down Route 20 in Painesville to the infield of the Lake County Fairgrounds without incident. They crossed a freeway bridge and railroad tracks, behaving well. The Lake County Metroparks Farmpark had their six-horse hitch in the parade as well. All the horses reacted well to each other. Candy and kids seemed to be everywhere.

Candy flying from floats caused children to run and grab it. The horses wanted treats too, but didn’t demand it or shy from the excitement. It was a grand time.

Barbara J., Barbara M., Michelle S., Michelle H. and myself helped with our Lake County flea market space at West Woods. We thank Geauga OHC for sponsoring the flea market, and Jennifer S. for lending her canopy to us for shade. It was a successful fundraising project.

Barbara J. led a trail ride through Hidden Lakes Park in Lake County this July. It was only five miles of trail, which gave the members an idea for a proposal to create an extension of the trail through a member’s woods to get to the public power lines for more miles.

The next Lake Metroparks’ board meeting is at 5 p.m. at Concord Woods, Sept. 13, at 11211 Spear Road, Concord Township. Our members should meet there to show support for the efforts of the board, and to thank them for supporting equine trails and events.

One member, myself, volunteered to help with introducing horses to diverse groups of inner-city children. Free Spirit Farm, owned and run by Kris Ropp of Novelty, Ohio, brought two horses to Bright Side Academy, Superior Avenue, Cleveland. The teachers, preschoolers, and elementary children loved interacting and riding Fancy and Buck Fancy and Buck loved the attention. The delight on everyone’s faces was well-worth the efforts.

Enjoy your journey!

LICKING

I hope everyone has been well and riding. Our chapter had a minor setback with the weather and wasn’t able to have the fun

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speaker Alex Sydney and her fabulous presentation about road safety, conditions, the different types of pavements and its impact on driving and handling especially towing a trailer. We truly learned a lot of interesting things we never even thought about before. Thank you, Alex and thank you, Mitzi Gerber for organizing this for us. Our next meeting will be, as always, the last Sunday of the month. Hope to see you there or at any of our other fun events. In the meantime, enjoy your horses and ride those beautiful trails.

LORAIN

Hi there everyone! Now that the summer days are winding down, the cooler days ahead may just be the ticket for the sluggish horses and riders that have been more in the mood for a siesta rather than a mid-day trail rideso kick up your heels and be ready for some fun fall rides.

Our September calendar sponsor is Lance’s Trailer Sales located in Athens, Ohio.

p.m. with no fee for camping. If interested contact Lynn Sparks. Meet at the Smokey Road Trailhead. There are tie lines, water for horses and flush restrooms. Please contact Beth Behrens for further information.

1 we will be at Beaver Creek for a campout, located in East Liverpool. Reservations are required through reserveohio. com. Billy and Cheryl Garn are the club contacts, thank you Garn’s. It is advised to bring your own water for you and your horse. The sites are primitive with latrines, water and tie ups. The trails are very scenic with several creek crossings.

show the end of July as planned. Good news though, the show has been rescheduled for this month. September 30 at 9 a.m. at Infirmary Mound Park to be exact. Bring out the kids, the ponies, yourselves and join in the fun! We even have an all-ages costume class. That alone should be fun to see. Check our chapter Facebook page for the showbill. Also, I’m happy to report that the arena at Infirmary Mound Park had brand new footing installed just last month. Thank you, Licking County Park District!

The All Horse Parade in Delaware is also happening on Sept. 10 and our chapter will participate. Either come ride with us, or look for us in the parade and cheer for us a little which lets the horses know they are doing a good job since it’s not easy to walk on pavement for three miles. It could be slippery at times and not have a lot of traction. We found out all about that from our last meeting’s guest

Thanks Jim and Laura Wallace, our Lorain contacts who were at the Malabar day ride for Lorain County. Jim shared that they happened upon Wayne and Holmes Counties OHC volunteers busily clearing the trails. I must say thank you to the trail crew for doing trail maintenance so timely for us folks up north. Several more Lorain riders were planning on coming the following day and would also enjoy the tidy trails. The weekend campout at West Branch was a good time judging by the riders on rubber horses in the lake. (Hmm, I’m wondering if it’s permissible to add extra miles for riding a rubber horse). Thanks, Holly for being the contact. The Wetmore Day ride was a bit wet so Sue Mollica commented that the ride was cut short unfortunately. (Perhaps that’s how it got the name Wetmore). Sue, we thank you for being the Wetmore ride contact person.

In September, please plan to support Erie County OHC by attending the Poker Run at Edison Woods Metroparks in Berlin Heights. It will be held on Saturday, Sept. 9 with registration beginning at 9 a.m. All poker run riders need to be back by 2 p.m. Camping is available on Friday after 2

The Chili Cook-off State Ride hosted by Ashland OHC will be held Sept. 15-17. It is held at Mohican State Forest. Reservations are required. The Ashland contact is Tim Tuttle from Ashland County. Lorain OHC members who plan to day ride on Saturday need to park across the street at the baseball fields and be ready to ride out at 11 a.m. Jim Wallace is Lorain County OHC’s contact. Jim, we thank you for being the contact for this ride.

This month we will hold our meeting on Monday, Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. at the Carlisle Visitor Center Black River Room at 7 p.m. At this meeting we will hold nominations of officers for 2024, so think of someone including yourself that may have the time and talent to assist our council where needed.

September 22-24 we will travel to the Northwest Area Regional Ride at Van Buren State Park located in Van Buren, Ohio. You must have a reservation for this ride.

October 1-8 we will be at Big Elk Lick Horse Camp in Benezette, Pa., again. We thank you Char and Ric Augustine for being the contact persons for this ride. Reservations are required and the camp is usually full months in advance. If by chance you need to cancel, please call the camp as soon as possible to allow someone else to have the opportunity to enjoy this beautiful area where the elk run wild. Enjoy the autumn rides with the cooler weather.

MADISON

Madison County OHC has been busy with many different horse activities this summer.

The Prairie Oaks Naturalist-led Trail Ride was on June 30. This was the first time the park has done anything like this. Leisle, the Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park naturalist (third from left) led the ride. She highlighted a number of the plants found at Prairie Oaks and shared information about the thriving aquatic life in the Darby Creek. The park hopes to provide more programs like this in the future. In the attached photo, you see from left to right: Jan Maki, Susan Hunter, Leisle, Katherine H., Lorna Kenyon. Everyone said what a great outing it was.

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September 26-October 22 the Quarter Horse Congress will be at the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus, Ohio. There is a great itinerary of things to do and watch and all sorts of venders to boot. You can check them out further at https:// www.quarterhorsecongress. com.

In late July, members Lisa Reynolds and Hugh Leslie traveled to Banff, Alberta, Canada, and took a four-day

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a chapter-only Trailer Clinic on Aug. 5 at the home of John and Marsha Pierce, with 11 members and five trailer rigs participating. Brandt Barlett and Gene Pierce are professional drivers, and served as patient and able instructors. We covered details of both vehicle and trailer preparation, inspection, safety review, and driving tips as well as driving experiences. Rigs went through a three-part course set up in a field that was the perfect size. They practiced backing straight between a line of poles, backing into a right-angle parking space (like you find at a campground), and weaving between poles for maneuverability. There were lots of high-fives, additional practice, and the general opinion that this was an incredibly valuable day for all. We hope to do it again next year and offer hearty thanks to our hosts and instructors.

lodge-to-lodge ride into the Canadian Rocky Mountains. It was a great way to see the beautiful Rocky Mountains from horseback, and travel quite rugged terrain. The lodges are off-the-grid, and powered by solar as well as generator backup. All guest bags as well as everything needed (food, linens, towels, propane) is hauled by a 10-pack-mule train, with a ‘lunch mule’ traveling with the six guests and one guide daily. You will see the photo of the lovely mule, Gary. Banff Trail Riders is the outfitter, and they have four-day and six-day lodge rides as well as pack trips that start and end in the town of Banff. Reach out to us via OHConline.com if you would like more information about our experience.

Our August was busy! We had

August 12 was our Gymkhana at Madison County Fairgrounds, followed at the end of August with our chapter going to Helge’s Horse Training facility for a half-day clinic at their obstacle course to help us and our horses navigate unusual things that could be encountered on the trail, as well as to give our horses new experience and broaden their abilities and trust in us as a partner. It is always good to expand our horse horizons, and this filled the bill!

I hope all of your trails are clear, days are sunny and temperate, horses sound, and your hearts full.

MEDINA

Summer’s almost over! Ride! Drive! Picnic! Whoa! Literally. There’s still lots of good weather and I personally like fall the best. Take advantage of the cooler days and fewer bugs to get out there and enjoy a few more rides. You really should attend our meetings; we have a good time communing with our fellow members and enjoy some informative programs. At our Aug. 2 meeting we welcomed Lisa Goretta from Big D’s tack and saddlery who gave us the ‘heads up’ on helmet fitting. We all have a better appreciation for that essential piece of riding equipment that could save our lives. Lisa is certainly qualified to speak to the merits of helmetwearing. She has served as a United States Equestrian

Federation (USEF) dressage technical delegate for the past 38 years, has been serving on the USEF Board of Directors for the past six years, and is a past President of the US Dressage Federation. It was a fine evening at Robinson Field in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and some members brought their horses so they could get in a premeeting ride. Our last outdoor meeting will be Sept. 6. After that we are back at Hinckley Town Hall for the winter. The social gathering starts at 6:30 and business meeting starting at 7 p.m. Bring a snack to share.

Joyce Tretow and company continue to promote our OHC ideals at parades everywhere and in July at the Summit County fair along with members Cheryl Hess, Raydeen Ryden, Karen Kraft Crist, Susan Hale and Carolyn Sullivan. Thanks to her and all our members who show up with their horses all decked out (patiently allowing their manes and tails to be adorned with streamers and bunting) and share their equines with appreciative kids and adults of all ages.

I would like to give a shout out to Sara Vas for her engaging articles about the joys of horse ownership. Her comments last month really hit home with our travails on the valley trails. We call them work parties but without the wine and cheesy poofs.

Sometimes it does seem that like Sisyphus rolling that boulder up a hill only for it to roll back down every time it got near the top, we complete a task over and over only to have Mother Nature undo all our hard work. But in the times between we do enjoy a completed trail and sense of accomplishment.

Last chance to sign up for our combined state ride at the Polo Fields of South Chagrin Reservation in the Cleveland Metroparks Sept. 29 through Oct.

1. The three amigo chapters of Summit, Medina and Cuyahoga are working to make this a state ride you won’t want to miss. Sorry, the obstacle course to be staged by Cleveland Metroparks Mounted Police is full and we are taking names for a wait list currently. But there will still be auctions, raffles, good food and lots of riding. Get your reservation in now! Look for the flyer in our newsletter and on the OHC state website (chose Events and go to September). For more information contact Joani Hedderick (330/730-4652 or joanihedderick@gmail.com) or Penny Passalaqua (216/470-6998 or pennyohc@sbcglobal.com).

Our next work session is Sept. 9. For more information contact Raydeen Ryden (raysden2@ gmail.com or 334/663-7361) or Greg Monsanty (330/352-5737 or (blackhorsebridge@aol.com).

Time to ‘fall’ in love with the valley! ~Rosemary

MEIGS

Meigs Chapter is busy working on the SE Ohio AEP Recreational Area Equine Camp and Trails in preparation for our annual Festival of the Leaves Ride. The event will also feature a raffle and a split-the-pot. This event is open to the public and Meigs would love to see other chapters join us. The festival is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 7, beginning at 10 a.m. with a brief memorial service honoring our members who have passed away. Immediately following the memorial, riders will hit the trail. Lunch is furnished by the club at the camp shelter upon the riders return during which the winners of the raffle and split-the-pot will be announced. Follow our Facebook page for more details about the ride or PM one of our officers.

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are purebred Arabians and both attended the Appalachian Trainer Face Off at Winfield on Aug. 1920. We wish Mary Jo, Prizm PA and Silver Sheikh all the best at Winfield.

Joe Maugans and his mower have been competing with the Eveready Bunny to see who can go the longest. Joe and machine have been mowing up a storm at the camp keeping the grass and weeds at bay. Our club cannot thank him enough for the countless hours he has spent mowing this summer. Kudos and more, Joe!

MORROW

Isn’t it amazing how fast summer goes? I guess the old adage is true. Time flies when you are having fun, and we are definitely having fun over here in Morrow County!

Another event that is popular in the area is the annual Dill Family ride for the St. Jude Research Hospital charity. This ride will be on Sept. 16 at the Dill Farm in Rutland, Ohio. The trail ride will begin at noon.

Also coming up is the Gallia County OHC Shriners’ Benefit Trail Ride on Sept. 23, at the O.O. McIntyre Park, Gallipolis Ohio. There is a nice ad in the August and September issues of the Corral about this equine ride event.

Meigs members have been working replacing weathered wood, sanding, and repainting the picnic tables in the camp sites areas and under the shelter. Work is also ongoing maintaining the trails as several summer storms have caused trees and limbs to block the trails. Some of the trails are also being re-routed due to washouts making them rough for riding.

One of our Meigs members, Mary Jo Devlin, has been busy showing her horses this summer with great success. Prizm PA received blues in Ranch Pleasure and Open Walk/Trot Pleasure at the Meigs County Horse Council shows in June and July. Prizm was also rewarded with blue ribbons in the English Pleasure and Trail at the Pioneer City Riding Club in May and June. Prizm got the blue in Western Pleasure at the Pioneer City Riding Club. Silver Sheikh had a reserve in Open English Pleasure at the Pioneer City Riding Club in April. Both of her horses

Since the last publication, our club has spent the weekend riding at Salt Fork State Park, and taken day rides at Alum Creek. We also were able to put in some much-needed trail maintenance at Mt. Gilead State Park. Low overhead branches were cut back, a lot of briars were trimmed and logs were removed that were blocking the trail. A big thank you to Floyd, Misty and Rob. Great job!

We have upcoming rides at AEP (Sept. 22-24) and make sure to put our Sept. 30 ride and hog roast at Alum Creek State Park to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital on your calendar!

Be safe and have fun on the trails!

held Oct. 7 at Burr Oak State Park. The event has been held at Dillon for the past two years but we decided to move it back to Burr Oak in an effort to keep that campground and trail system open to horses. There will be free camping for the event. We will have a soup contest with prize winners as well as auctions, raffles and a horse plop contest.

Club members have been putting in a lot of miles, both by horse and by truck and trailer. Members traveled to Mount Rogers in Virginia and enjoyed a beautiful week of camping. Interestingly enough the other campers were from the Washington County Chapter of OHC so it was fun to get to know them. In fact, all the campers were from Ohio who were at the Rocky Hollow camp where we stayed. I’ve included some photos of the scenic views and the ‘wild’ ponies who enjoyed a treat I offered. The riding in Virginia is second to none and this place should be added to your bucket list.

improvements. One of our members remarked that they have made more improvements this year than they have in the last 20 combined. It’s great to see all this work being done to such a wonderful place to ride, and boy is it ever ridden heavily. I’ve found most riders we encounter are staying at Cowboy Larry’s or Pine Creek. Just recently we ran into a group from Massachusetts if that tells you anything about how far they are traveling to see the beautiful Hocking Hills.

Our recent rides at both Burr Oak and Alum Creek were well attended. I love it that members are participating in the scheduled rides. It could be that everyone is coming to see the ‘dog pound’ courtesy of the Stengles. Ben and Heather are brave enough to pack all their dogs with them for the campouts. I know it’s always the first place I head when I arrive because I love the greeting I get by each and every one of them. Soon we will be talking about fall riding and holiday parades. Can you believe it? To that point, our fall rides will include a trip to the Cleveland area metro parks at the end of September, as well as a fall ride at the Hocking group camp in mid-October.

PERRY

We’re finalizing plans for our annual soup ride which will be

Heather Stengle participating in a girth making workshop held at Smoke Rise Ranch in Glouster. Led by Trailmeister Robert Eversole, Heather and other ‘students’ were provided an instructional book, a loom and materials to craft their own custom girth. Heather said she is in the process of making her third girth and each one gets better. How cool is that?

If you’ve not ridden Hocking State Forest recently you need to go check out all the

If you want to meet some interesting fellow horsemen, hear untold tales of the trail, and enjoy good food and fellowship, I invite you to our meetings held the second Tuesday of each month at The Pizza Place in New Lexington.

Making horseback riding great again, here’s to a terrific fall!

Hello from Pike County. We are moving slowly here trying to avoid the heat. Most riding has been early in the mornings. We had a great meeting this month

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with five new members. This is good news.

We have work to do at two of our rest areas. A new picnic table is ready for installation and a new tie rail is in order. We are also hoping to update the trail marker signs. The improvements never stop. Hope that all who wish to help will show up soon. It will be great to see you on the trails. Happy riding!

PREBLE

Gosh, what an exciting month August was! We had our local 4-H clubs doing amazing things for the State Fair as well as the local Preble County Fair. Our members children are so diversified they showed not only horses but rabbits, chickens, pigs and more and placed very well in both fair venues. Congratulations everyone and thank you for representing Preble County in such an awesome way! Posted a couple photos of some of our kiddo’s at fair please enjoy and check out Facebook for more photos of everyone.

We will have our Sept. 2 meeting at the horsecamp after the fun show, but no carry in as the concession will be open for food that day. We also had a hunt for the stars on the trail Friday evening through Sunday at 6 p.m. We hid two different colored star banners on the trails and for those who find one, and return it to camp to one of the members or officers they will receive a prize. Hopefully riders enjoyed hunting for the stars while riding the trails.

As usual we will host our Labor Day show, weather permitting. We do have our concession at and during the fun shows so please help support the folks who are putting these delicious sloppy joe’s and hot dogs out for you to enjoy. All money raised goes towards trail repairs as well as

campground improvements.

State Ride will be the first full weekend in October, Oct. 6-8. Three glorious days of fun, food, fun show, trail riding and of course our raffles—one for the $750 gift card from Rural King along with our great Chinese auction. We will have Ashley Martin available for entertainment. More information will be posted as it becomes available on our Facebook page. We have decided on pulled pork, potato salad, cole slaw and desserts for our State Ride meal, trying to keep the cost at a minimum.

All of our young folks had put forth their best for this week after all their hard work on their fair projects. We will have our Labor Day Fun Show on Saturday, Sept. 2 before Labor Day Monday. Come on out and enjoy a great day of fun and enjoy camping for the weekend. This year is definitely flying by.

If you see a tree down on the trails or a problem that needs attended to give Donn, Terry or Gene a shout or post it on Facebook. See you all on the trail!

~Becky

SANDUSKY

Howdy-do from Sandusky County! We recently enjoyed a ten-person trail ride at Edison Woods and another ten-person ride at Van Buren. The ride at Edison Woods actually had more than ten people, so a few chose

to create another smaller group. Al started off by leading us up and down some challenging hills, which hopefully left most of us with increased confidence in our horsmanship abilities! What a terrific bunch of horsemen to ride with—patient, encouraging and just enough wise cracks to ease the tension. Moving out at Edison Woods, we stopped along the way to say hello to fellow riders, practiced allowing different riders to take the lead and worked on our decision making. All along the trail you could hear us holler “Hey, Al, left or right?” And, I personally have to thank everyone for being patient as my Luna girl was hell bent on following a handsome gelding (complete stranger, mind you) that she met on the trail! What a blessing to belong to a club with such terrific members. Come ride with us! Our meetings are held on the second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at Buffalo Wild Wings in Freemont, Ohio. Come early at 6 p.m., if you’d like to eat dinner.

We are continuing to host monthly first Sunday rides at White Star Park in Gibsonburg, Ohio. We usually ride out at 10 a.m., but please check our Facebook page for updates due to the weather. In October, we will start riding out at 1 p.m. Join us for our poker ride on Oct. 1, in honor of our 15 years as a club. There will be a one-hour ride (first out at 10 a.m., last out at 1 p.m.), door prizes, best poker hand, 50/50 raffle, drop-ticket auction and of course, food! Cost will be $15 and, yes, camping will be available for overnight ($10). Some current prizes are: a potting basket donated by TSC, a 50-pound bag of oats donated by the Pemberville County CoOp, a hand-forged poker, a doTerra essential oil gift group and an online pantry make-over by a certified health coach. More

items are being added to the prize list as we edge closer to the date! Hope to see you on the trails!

It is so hard to believe we are already in the month of September. Fall is one of my favorite times of the year to ride. We are past the hot and buggy weather. The flies this summer drove me nuts and I am sure they did my horses also. Haven’t figured out what their purpose is on this earth.

In last month’s article I wrote about riding at Mohican and the creek crossing on the green trail —I was wrong as it was on the blue trail and was so nice. The green trail had lots of storm damage and will take years to regrow.

In August the Pike Township Zoning Board held a meeting regarding Stark Parks plans for a new equestrian park just off Route 800. This is an incredible opportunity for our horse community that will have 14 miles of trails (if I remember correctly) for horses and hikers only. As I write this, the meeting has not been held so I will report what happened in the next issue of the Corral

Our members will be holding a day ride at Camp Tuscazoar on Oct. 1 and we will be parking in the new parking and camping area that was put in recently. We are looking forward to it.

Enjoy the upcoming fall and happy trails!

SUMMIT

How sweet it is! The Summer Barn at Richfield Heritage Preserve has a new metal roof. The structure was deteriorating from years of harsh weather and neglect; the most critical issue was the roof. Thanks to the ongoing efforts of the Summit County Chapter of OHC, this horse barn at the former Girl Scout Camp has been given a new life. Jacob at Jayco Builders LLC did a great job of replacing rotted sheathing, adding ice guards, vents, flashing and gutters, downspouts and installing the new metal roof. Many times, it seemed like the fundraisers would never keep up with inflation but we never gave up. Because of the dedication, hard work, and generosity of members, volunteers and donors

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within and outside of the equine community, we reached our goal with the new roof completed on Aug. 7 of this year. Now the barn will join the list of refurbished structures within the park. It is indeed a proud moment for our chapter and we look forward to using the horse trails and the barn for upcoming meetings, rides and events.

Speaking of fundraisers, we need to build up the treasury again. The Mohican State Forest Treasure Hunt Weekend’s ‘Search for the Lost Medallion’, will be held Oct. 6-8. Did you ever wonder what it was like in the 1700’s territory that would become Ohio? Take the opportunity to immerse yourself in the compelling mystery surrounding the Delaware tribe who called this area home. Leave the trappings of the 21st century behind as you enter the wooded trails and live the legend.

The story begins with a white settler named James Smith who learned the Delaware ways and gained their respect. He became a trusted friend of Chief Janacake and his father Hopeacan, the tribal elder and keeper of the tribal totem, The Golden Warrior Medallion. Over the course of time Hopeacan revealed to James that his visions foretold James was to become the guardian of the sacred object.

With great reluctance, James accepted the honor. Some time later, a disaster much like the one to recently devastate much of the Mohican Forest struck with full fury. The tribe and its people were lost or scattered. Only Hopeacan remained with his final request that the medallion be kept safe. James drew a map of the location where the medallion was secreted away. He cut it into eight pieces and gave one piece to each of his trusted friends. Now the rest of the story will be revealed only to those who are at the event to gather the clues and solve the mystery.

Camping registration fee is $25 per rig, limit 30 rigs. Separate treasure hunt participation fee is $25 per person with a limit of 35 persons. Treasure hunt begins at 10:30 a.m. Saturday. Work singly or in small groups. Four cash prizes will be awarded and maybe even some surprises in your event packages. There will be a chili and cornbread dinner on Friday night. The Saturday evening meal, pulled pork and coleslaw will be supplied and participants are asked to bring a covered dish to share. Don’t miss this great event and a chance to relive history, even for a day. See Facebook for registration forms or email catherine.summitohc@ gmail.com (Catherine Matonis, President) for more details.

WARREN

Don’t forget that in September we hold our Founders Day weekend, Sept. 22-24. It’s not a state ride this year, though of course other chapters are welcome to join in. We camp in the main camp for this, rather than the group camp, because of inviting other chapters to join us. There will be a potluck dinner on Saturday, as usual, but no other activities are planned. Just ride

on your own, or come in just for dinner, whichever works. I’m hoping to actually bring Cooper this year, if no one decides to schedule a concert I need to see.

Our Over the Hill Gang has been busy as usual. For a while we got lucky with not too many trees coming down, but that seems to have changed. We’ll keep at it! As usual, if you notice a tree down or another issue, please let Roger know at blazeandspirit@gmail.com. You can also post it to the Facebook page and one of us will make sure he gets the message. Then please be patient, as we work as quickly as we can, but right now there are only about 8-10 regulars and there’s only so much we can do!

Several of our members have been enjoying the brown bag rides. They’re listed on Facebook and in the newsletter if anyone wants to join in. Thanks to Belinda Snell for sending a photo for this month.

Many thanks to my group of trail markers for my endurance ride in August. As I type this, it hasn’t happened yet, but Kris Green, Belinda Snell, Janet Burnett are planning on marking, as they have for several years, and Barb Pfantz plans to join in. There might be more, so I’ll thank everyone again next month, but I wanted to get this out there. Without them marking the trail, the event wouldn’t happen as there’s no way I could do it all myself.

That’s all for this month.

Remember that I’m always looking for more news and photos.

WASHINGTON

Hello horse friends! Washington County has been busy this summer on and off the trail. July 21 we had an outing on the Sistersville Ferry. Before there were bridges all up and down the Ohio River, ferries would take folks back and forth across the river, saving many miles of car travel to the nearest bridge. Most of these ferries are now gone, except the Sistersville Ferry! It still hauls up to six cars at a time across the river during the summer months. The OHC chartered the ferry for a three hour tour up the Ohio River. It was a beautiful evening, we had 53 passengers and a grand time. We had a potluck supper on board and enjoyed good company and sights along the river. Photos are President Brent DeWees with Michael Sauer standing by the food tables waving, and Ken Crawford with Paul Fuchs relaxing in the afternoon sun. Plans are to repeat the trip next year.

We, at press time, are in the planning stages of our annual Corn Ride. Unfortunately, if you are reading this it is too late to come, but we are expecting a great time.

Unfortunately, the expected trail repairs have not been completed as promised, but we will carry on! We know the reroute of Kathy’s Washout has been contracted by Wayne, just waiting for the contractor to do their job! Our repair of the ravine is similarly waiting for the contractor to get busy. We can report that long loop is back open after many years, it was closed due to a land slip. Thanks to Wayne for helping open that again! At our last meeting our club approved the purchase of gravel to repair some of our muddy places on the trail. Wayne

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has equipment to transport for us!

In other news, six of our members traveled to Camp Tuscazoar to ride with the Stark County OHC.

Photo from left to right is Tara Patterson, Melody Crawford, Rita

day, and we enjoyed their hospitality and a superb lunch. Camp Tuscazoar was the Boy Scout Camp of President Brent DeWees, and he was thrilled to lead the Washington group as he relived memories of long ago. The trails are great, very well marked and maintained, we will be back!

Finally, an apology. We missed last month’s issue of the Corral. With vacations and the business of summer it was just overlooked. Fall is coming quickly, watch for those nasty ground bees, be careful, Ride safe!

WAYNE

Greetings from Wayne County where it is hot, hot, hot! We have been busy despite the hot muggy weather. After the Regional Ride

we barely caught our breath and were back out on the trails with our Tuesday night rides the very next week. They have been well attended and we invite everyone to join us. We ride in the evening on the first and third Tuesday, ride out at 5 p.m. and at noon the second and fourth Tuesday, ride out at noon.

Taran Tate, one of our younger members had a great Ohio State Fair. He qualified to take his horse Gus to the State Fair in a 4-H competition. He placed sixth in the state in trail competition!

Congratulations Taran!

On the other end of the age spectrum, one of our early members (that is a nice way to say ‘old’) was featured in a picture of the history of the formation of the Wayne County Rails to Trails, County Line Trail from Rittman to Creston. Ray Jenkins was featured in a picture riding his horse along the old rail bed before it was completed with asphalt. Just a reminder, the Rails to Trails County Line and the Marshallville leg of the Rails to Trails are open to equestrians. They request that you ride on the grass next to the trail where it is asphalt to keep it cleaner for pedestrian traffic. Both trails are a nice ride, although the County Line is close to the active railroad tracks, so caution is advised.

Jody Jackson hosted a campout at Great Seal July 21-23. It was attended by four Wayne County members and Bev and Bruce Hanna from Holmes County joined us for the weekend. The campgrounds are pristine and easy to access. The trails are very steep in some spots but well maintained. We rode up the trail to Sugarloaf Mountain. Good thing we didn’t know how steep it was when we started. That is not for the unconditioned horse! Even the hikers were astonished that we rode the horses up and back down. Although the park only lists 17 miles of trails, they are really pretty challenging and provide plenty of good riding for a weekend camp out. The park

has segregated the mountain bike trails so the only people we met on the trails were a few hikers. The camp is open to all campers, so we shared with a couple of families who were going to see the outdoor drama, Tecumseh. The children were well behaved and loved petting Bev and Bruce’s horses. The park has taken out the horse wash rack that was previously available. However, they built a beautiful COVID-19 memorial to all those who were on the front lines of health care and who lost their lives to COVID-19. It is beautiful and a beautiful place to sit and watch the sunset.

Unfortunately, our work weekend and campout at Mohican scheduled for July 28-30 had to be cancelled due to the high heat index and impending severe thunderstorms. The storms did indeed come with tornado warnings, so it was a good call. The storms did some severe damage at Malabar and the trails were closed down for a short time. An impromptu work crew was assembled for Aug. 1, to assess the damage and start work opening the trails. The storm also took down a tree on the Orange Trail at Mohican which will be taken care of as soon as possible. Another thing to watch out for is ground bees. Although it is a little early for them, they have been reported on the South Blue trail, just before you turn to go through the tornado damage area. They were also out at Great Seal as Kim Scarborough’s horse Velvet got stung. They have also been reported on the trails at Beaver Creek, so it seems no part of the eastern half of the state is safe! There are no camp outs scheduled in September because of the Wayne County Fair, and our fundraiser at Heritage Days at Malabar, we hope to see you all on our day rides. Until then, stay safe and on the top side of the horse!