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Monaco Jullyen

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Western Pleasure’s Example Of Ease And Elegance

by Catherine Cole Ferandelli

Bred by the late, legendary Sheila Varian, 7 year old Monaco Jullyen V ( Jullyen El Jammal x Misti Morn V), has already begun making his mark as a major icon in the world of great Arabian western pleasure bloodstock.

Shamrock Farms LLC owners, Carrie Fritz and Leslie Doran Sommers, recollect their beginning with “Monaco”. Leslie shares, “I saddled our trainer Joe Reser with the assignment of finding us the next great western pleasure horse. No easy task! Searching far and wide across the country, we had pared down the decision to two horses.” Leslie laughs and continues, “One horse was already a well-known champion, the other was Monaco—a never shown 3 year old stallion. All we had seen of Monaco was a video from Sheila putting the young colt through performance paces as a hunter and a country English horse; hardly the traditional promotion of a young future western pleasure superstar!”

Joe adds, “Monaco, true to the Varian breeding program, displayed fluid motion, balance, superior intelligence, sheen and cheerful temperament. Even viewing his video, Monaco’s talent, tenacity and charisma showed through. When I saw Monaco in the flesh and rode him for the first time, I was completely convinced we had found the right horse for Leslie.” She agrees and confirms, “I trusted Joe’s instincts about Monaco and those instincts have been more than fulfilled.”

Monaco was started at his Varian Arabians home place and then went on to a brief stint of training as a 3 year old with trainer Brett Becker. Brett shares, “We saw Monaco as the next great hunter horse, but his athletic ability made him a worthy candidate for any discipline.” Leslie, trusting Joe Reser’s ‘gut feeling’, gave him the go ahead to acquire Monaco. “Monaco arrived at our place,” Joe remembers, “and was immediately comfortable in his new home. He happily took to his new life; in fact it’s best said that Monaco bloomed as we eased into his western pleasure training.”

Shown for the first time as a 4 year old, Monaco debuted his show career at Scottsdale 2014, earning a very respectable top ten in an intensely competitive class of top western pleasure 4 and 5 year olds. Shown selectively his first season, Monaco earned his first title as Canadian Reserve National Champion Western Pleasure Junior Horse and then went on to 2014 U.S. Nationals to achieve a Top Ten Western Pleasure Junior Horse prize—no easy feat among thirty nine of the very best.

What is Monaco’s method? Varian Arabians Farm Manager, Angela Alvarez, goes back to his beginnings, “When Monaco was born, it was evident he was the optimum example of all we hold dear in the Varian breeding program. As a youngster, Monaco was poised and proud. Early on we nicknamed him “King of Colt Hill”, as he made a purposeful point of always standing out amongst his peers … a show off, yet comfortable in his own skin and easy to handle.”

“Monaco’s confidence and physical attributes bloomed further,” Angela adds, “when he went under saddle. He had lots of motion early on, so we predicted he could go into several possible performance directions. Joe instinctively knew he could bring out Monaco’s western pleasure talent and has done so perfectly. It’s exciting and gratifying to witness the Monaco partnership—the right trainer, the right owner, the right horse. Long live the ‘V’.”

Monaco’s show career flourished further as a 5 year old, bringing him U.S. and Canadian National Western Pleasure Junior Horse Champion titles in both the Open and Amateur divisions, proving his exceptional willingness while happily being shown by both trainer Joe and loving amateur owner Leslie. As a 6 year old out of the bosal and new to the bridle, Monaco was shown exclusively

by Joe. Now in his second year of showing in a full western bridle, Monaco continues to accomplish. Scottsdale 2017 exemplified Joe’s union with Monaco by achieving prize wins of Reserve Champion Western Pleasure Open Horse.

Monaco and Leslie took away the Scottsdale Champion Western Pleasure Horse AAOTR 36-54 win. Still a young 7 years of age, Monaco is well on his way to establishing himself as one of our industry’s western pleasure greats.

How do Joe and Leslie see Monaco’s future going forward? Turns out, much of Monaco’s life is embedded in his day-to-day living at Setting Sun Stables.

Joe elaborates, “Monaco has taken well to his western pleasure job and remains happy with it, always giving all he’s got. At home he is ridden three to four times a week with lengthy outdoor turn outs in between. Chuckling, Joe shares Monaco’s other unique talent, his ability to entertain himself … and draw you into it. “He loves to stick out his tongue and wants you to take hold of it, pull it around and roll it over. In his stall he keeps a quiet, steady effort of moving about his traffic cone and stall ball. That and his pasture turn outs keep him happy, fresh and always seeking to please.” Leslie adds, “Monaco is a real goofball and makes no bones about it. At the same time, he has this extreme, sexy as hell presence. Doing his job with ease with his ears always forward, Monaco is the pinnacle of the Varian breeding program.” How does Leslie visualize Monaco’s next few years? “We will continue Monaco’s show career through 2017, showing him in the open and amateur western pleasure divisions.

It’s key to us that he knows one job well at a time, and currently that job will be spent as a show horse. In 2018 we contemplate his debut as a breeding stallion and will offer him to a very select number of the best mares in the business.” Regardless of how Monaco’s future unfolds, Leslie is quite clear in stating, “Monaco is one of our forever horses. He will always be with Shamrock Farms LLC and will always be with Joe. They are simply perfect together.” She concludes, “Sometimes I have to pinch myself, knowing I have the privilege of owning and showing this gorgeous hunk of horse—a magnificent stallion so true to the very best of Varian.” n

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Joe & Michele Reser—A Story From The Clients’ Perspective

by Kara Larson

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his is a story about Joe and Michele Reser, the successful horse team behind Setting Sun Stables in Wakarusa, Ind. And yet, you won’t be reading any quotes from these two. In the following pages, you will be hearing from the people who know them better than most—their clients and friends. Through their unique perspectives, you will get an inside look at Joe and Michele Reser—a story of a humble, hardworking duo told from the outside.

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In every interview with the small, connected group of Arabian horse people at Setting Sun, a great deal was learned about Joe and Michele. Listening to their clients speak highly of them and their work, they relayed feelings of respect and appreciation. It became clear that Joe and Michele are not only brilliant trainers and horse caretakers, but play a larger, more impactful role in the lives of the people around them. Through dedicated drive, healthy perspective, and openness to learning, Joe and Michele Reser deserve every bit of praise they receive.

To share the perspectives of their wide range of clients, this story on Joe and Michele focuses on three characteristics that came up in every conversation: their tireless work ethic, the meaningful personal connection they foster, and their love and respect for horses.

Work

At Setting Sun Stables, no two people were introduced to the horse in the same way. And yet, no matter how the clients at Setting Sun Stables came to have their horses in Wakarusa, Ind., one thing is for sure—they’re happy to be there. A big part of their happiness has to do with the way Joe and Michele work. They are dedicated, passionate, understanding, and patient in their training process—and for their clients, this approach is key.

“They are such genuine, salt of the earth people that make you feel like part of the Setting Sun family from the beginning,” shares Jenn Anderson. Though Jenn just joined the Setting Sun team after Canadian Nationals in 2016, her background with the horse is one that began early, at the age of nine, and blossomed until adulthood before she took a break to start a family. Thrilled to be learning from Joe and Michele, Jenn adds, “I had observed Joe for a couple of years at the big shows and was always impressed with the horses showing out of his barn and how consistent they were. Watching him give a couple of lessons helped me understand that he is patient and it was evident how much he cares for the horse and rider team. While we’ve had only a short amount of time working together, Joe very quickly learned my style and figured out how to teach in a way that made sense to me. I like that he’s not afraid to try different things if something doesn’t seem to work or click, and while he’s the expert, he is open to my opinion and ideas. It’s a great partnership!”

The Shamrock Farms sisters, Carrie Fritz and Leslie Sommer, have been clients at Setting Sun since 2013, and in hindsight, Carrie believes moving their western horses to Joe was one of the best things they ever did. Carrie shares, “We got to know Joe and Michele gradually over the years and we would often find ourselves laughing and hanging out with them in the work arenas. Leslie would always say, ‘Someday I’m going to have horses with them.’ Our horses were in Texas at the time and we couldn’t imagine ever leaving Texas … especially for Indiana! But one day the opportunity presented itself and we jumped.”

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Though Carrie and Leslie came to Joe and Michele’s within the past few years, their journey with horses goes back much further than that as well. They started on this path together more than thirty years ago, and today, Shamrock Farms consists of Carrie, Leslie, and their mom, Sharon Doran. Together, they own over 25 horses, 10 of which are with Joe and Michele. Leslie says, “We have had highs and lows, but our love for the Arabian horse is stronger than ever—we owe so much of that to Joe and Michele. The Arabian industry is such a big part of our life.”

The past few years have proved to Carrie and Leslie that Joe’s work ethic is second to none. Coupled with his compassion and true love for the horses, these Texas-dwelling sisters feel good about their choice in Joe. “You have to put a lot of trust in the people you have your horses with when you don’t live close. We can’t just drive to the farm to check on things; it’s a plane flight and half a day’s travel to get there. We have never had one second thought about the care of our horses at Joe and Michele’s. I’m confident they are getting cared for as well as if we were there to see them every morning at the farm.”

Coming from riding English horses for 10 years, Jessica Anderson believes that Joe is a great horseman because of his patience. “He puts in a lot of time and effort with each horse (and rider), and it pays off for everyone in the end. The horses like their job, they do it well, and they consistently compete at a high level for a long time,” she says.

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In working with Joe and her horses, PA Will I Am, Mahjiiq, and Poco Chanel SS, Jessica has also come to realize that Joe isn’t afraid to think outside of the box and try different techniques in order to help each horse and rider reach their maximum potential. She offers, “Whether it be changing bits 100 times or changing divisions altogether, he never gives up. My horses and I have made Joe pull his hair out from frustration more times than I would like to admit, but I know that it is only because he wants me to succeed. After the meltdowns (on my part) and hair pulling (on his part), we can always laugh about it after the fact, which is the best part of our evolving equine relationship.”

Michael and Debbie Knapic recall observing and admiring Joe’s training and work ethic at shows in Ohio in the early 2000s. When their trainer in Ohio

decided to pursue other interests, they moved their horses to Indiana with Joe in March of 2001.

Michael shares, “The number one attribute that impressed us about Joe then, and still does to this day, is his incredible work ethic. His attention to detail, passion for the horses, commitment to our success as amateurs and obvious love for the Arabian breed is unparalleled in the industry. Our opinion of Joe has always been high and remains so.”

Andrea Martoglio, a horsewoman who bought her first Arabian in1969 when she was just 14 years old, became a client of Joe and Michele after Scottsdale in 2015 and purchased a mare named PA Tantara Always. In riding with Joe, Andrea has enjoyed great success with her mare in the short time she has been back in the show ring. “It’s been more fun than I could ever have dreamt. I definitely landed in the right place.”

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Andrea finds Joe to be a great communicator, and under his instruction and knowledge, she sees just how much he loves and respects horses. She shares, “He gives great lessons, is honest and is so kind to the horses. Joe might have a full stable full of horses to work, but I never feel like he is in a hurry—my lessons and the time he spends working my horse are never rushed. At shows I always feel like he and Michele take care of me, offering encouragement, which gives me confidence when ready to hit the show ring.”

Connection

Joe and Michele Reser value connection—whether between horse and rider, trainer and client, or all of the above. With hard work as the foundation, the rewarding aspects of their process are built atop this work. Employing the attributes of patience, discipline, focus, commitment, and willingness to deviate from the plan, a gratifying journey unfolds for every horse and rider team. Within this journey, one can tell that Joe and Michele cherish the lifelong friendships formed along the way.

Maria Toto started out as a horse-crazed little girl and began taking lessons on a Welsh Cob pony when she was about six years old.

She continued to ride and show and met Joe around the age of 13.

She remembers that even though he was an amateur at the time, it was abundantly clear that he was extraordinarily talented. So, when

Maria returned to showing in 2014, she knew she wanted to work with Joe. In coming back and becoming a client at Setting Sun, Maria is grateful for Joe and Michele’s role in her life. “They truly are invested in their clients success. Our success is their success.

Joe has taken my horse and me (which is no small feat) to places that I have only dreamed of. I am eternally grateful to both he and Michele.”

Looking forward to a bold future at Setting Sun, Maria recently purchased a purebred Onyx A colt named Oncore A, and cannot wait to watch his journey with Joe this year and cheer them on in the western futurity at U.S. Nationals. Though Oncore is new to Setting Sun, Maria thinks that he and Joe will be a great match. She explains, “Joe has an innate ability to connect with every horse that he trains and rides. I am in awe when I watch Joe work a horse. He gets so much out of them.”

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From a young age, Maria uncovered something meaningful in the horse—something that would inspire a deep love and respect for this special animal. She feels Joe and Michele foster the same sort of connection. “My horses are so much more than just animals to me. They are a part of me. They allow me to pursue my passion and reach my goals. Joe understands that and treats all of his horses with kindness, compassion, and most importantly, with respect. I would accept nothing less.”

Carolyn Lesley’s history with Arabians began with her grandfather, whose dream was to be a jockey, until he grew six inches in one year. Carolyn laughs, “He moved on to Saddlebreds and Arabians after that.” Carolyn’s mother and grandfather shared a love of horses and bonded over them, showing all over the country, even in Madison Square Garden. She recalls, “There was not a time in my life that did not have horses in it, thanks to my mom. I have been an animal lover from the moment I was born, and due to life circumstances, took a break from showing for 19 years.”

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After this hiatus from horses, Carolyn met Michele and Joe at Scottsdale in 2015 and she remembers having this overwhelming feeling that a huge part of her life was missing. So, she called her mom and said, “We are buying a horse!”

It wasn’t just any horse—it was the magnificent Monticello V. Purchasing a horse like him was an exciting reentry into the Arabian world, and for Carolyn, it was also incredibly emotional. She reflects, “There will never be anything as emotional for me, or impress me as much about Joe and Michele, as the day we went to their farm to meet Monticello. My mother was terminally ill, and we had just

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experienced a devastating loss. We felt that maybe we should just give up and concentrate on her health. My brother, who is not a horse guy, called me and said if I didn’t keep looking for a horse to show, he would kill me, as he felt it was what was keeping our mom alive. So off we went to Indiana, and of course, it was love at first sight for us. And I think Monticello knew what a special situation he was in when my mom walked into his stall. Things went well, we had love in our hearts, and when we talked about buying him that next morning before we left, Joe said one thing—and I will never forget it. He said, ‘I had to make sure this was right for Monticello too—I couldn’t sell him unless he loved you like you love him.’”

Love

Where there is hard work and a mission to connect on a profound level, there is love, passion, and devotion. In every horse, Joe and Michele aim to train and condition them with respect, care for them with compassion, and help them to unite with a suitable owner or rider. Every step of the way, the horse comes first, and for their clients, nothing is more important.

“The horses come first, always and in all ways,” shares Kristin Harkins, who has been a client of Joe and Michele’s for the past 12 years. With Joe’s training expertise and care, Kristin now has a national winning Half-Arabian, Alittle Beer Money, and a beautiful young mare, PA Maya, who she is looking forward to showing next year as a 5-year-old. Over those 12 years, Kristin is also proud to have introduced her daughter to horses, and says that one of her favorite memories was watching her daughter’s first Youth National Reserve Side Saddle Championship on a horse named Loves Trouble. Yet, Harkins recalls a time when her relationship with horses was more … unbridled. She thinks back, “My mother bought me a naughty 6-month-old Half-Arabian gelding when I was 13. She thought it would be nice for the two of us to grow up together. I was lucky I survived him!”

Forty years later, Kristin’s love for the Arabian horse is stronger than ever and she believes Joe and Michele, in their quest to put the best interest of the horse first, respect her approach to riding and connecting with her horses.

She offers, “The Arabian breed is sensitive and emotional. I love that my horses have a relationship with me. Joe and Michele value and allow that. They don’t just look at the horses as athletes, but as individuals.”

Jessica Anderson agrees, “I love my horses. Above all, I want them to be happy, healthy and safe, and I know without a doubt that they are, in Joe and Michele’s care.” She adds, “I also want my horses and I to succeed together; however, I value the relationship, the process, and the small victories as much, if not more than, the ribbons. I think that Joe understands my philosophy, and he trains my horses accordingly. If a horse is learning at a

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slower rate, he knows that I am OK with taking things slowly and not rushing just to get into the ring. If a horse needs a new job, he knows that I am OK with changing things up and trying something new.”

Jenn Anderson echoes Jessica, saying, “My relationship with horses is about the personal connection and peace I find with them. I see how much Joe and Michele care for each horse as an individual, focusing on the unique needs that each have. I appreciate that level of connection and caring.”

Longtime clients Michael and Debbie Knapic have been through a great deal with Joe and Michele—from National Championships with SL Capaccino, Rockys Mighty Honey, Rocked and Reloaded, and AA Wild Irish Rose, to watching their own families grow together. Through everything, Michael and Debbie feel their lives have been enriched from Joe and Michele’s friendship. “In our experience, Joe and Michele represent, first and foremost, people who hold family values, integrity and hard work as their highest priority.” They add, “As families together (the Knapics and the Resers), we have been through many highs and lows. Births and

deaths of family members and horses. Milestones of children, horses, siblings and fellow barn family. National championships and horses that didn’t quite have what it takes to make it.

Through it all, we hold the most profound of respect for who Joe and Michele are and what they represent for the Arabian show industry.”

Every momentous memory, sincere compliment, and deep connection shared in this tribute come together to tell the story of Joe and Michele Reser from a unique perspective. The voices of clients and friends in this story represent how the talented, driven horse duo has impacted many lives—both horse and human—over the course of their equine career. Theirs is a story backed by one simple fact: Joe loves what he does and it shines through his horses. “He truly puts his heart and soul into each and every horse and rider,” starts Leslie Sommer. “I’m not only proud to call Joe my trainer, but my friend. He makes me better. I think he makes us all better. Joe has no hidden agenda.

He is just a big kid. If he is not standing on top of a horse, he is riding around with no reins. And Michele might be the kindest person I know. They are such a great team. Just watch them with their boys. They are such great role models and we are better for having them in our lives.” n

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Joe and Michele, I am so grateful to call you our trainer and friend.

You truly are heads and tails above the rest. ~ Leslie and Carrie

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Joe & Shell, Thank you so much for your countless hours of hard work and dedication to my horses over the last 7 years. Your support and friendship means so much to me, and I appreciate all of the time, care, and effort you put into everything you do. It is a pleasure and a privilege to work with such talented and wonderful people. ~Jessica

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Genuine is the word that comes to mind when thinking of Joe and Michele.We are incredibly proud and blessed to be able to call Joe our trainer. What an amazing ride it has been in the short time we have been at Setting Sun. We are looking forward to many more years of good times! ~ Andrea and Rich

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“A true horseman does not look at the horse with his eyes, he looks at his horse with his heart.” ~ Author Unknown

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From Kinkela’s walk trot days with Lolly Berry Bey, to our first U.S. National Championship with Alittle Beer Money, it has been a great ride! We so appreciate your talent and dedication, to both the horses and the people who love them, and are thankful to have you and your family in our lives. Cheers! ~ Kristin, Keith, Kinkela and Kii

The Harkins Family Trained by Setting Sun Stables Joe Reser: 574-360-5649 or Michele Reser: 574-862-2231

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Sundance Kid V x Milleah Multi-Program Nominated Sire

Thank you, Joe, Michele and Team Setting Sun! Sixteen years of horsing around with you all has gone by so quickly. Here’s to many more great rides, laughs, roses, and awesome times with our horse show family at Setting Sun! ~ Mike & Debbie

Poco Van Star Two x Candy Girl V

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Joe and Michele, Your commitment, generosity, and talent are second to none. We are proud to call you our trainer, but even more proud to call you both our friends! Thank you for all you have done and will continue to do in the future. You two are the absolute best! Cheers to many more years of fun and adventure ahead! ~ Maria and Darlene

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Maria Toto and Darlene McMunn Trained by Setting Sun Stables Joe Reser: 574-360-5649 or Michele Reser: 574-862-2231

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Joe and Michele, We have had many highs and many lows together through the years. During that time, as partners, we have never lost faith in you or could be more proud of what you have set out to accomplish and achieve. You did it! You overachieved and kept on going … it has truly been a blessing and joy for us.Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, and into the future! ~ Flois and Cindy Burrow”

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Western Pleasure …

Abounding Opportunity

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estern Pleasure has long been a mainstay in the Arabian breed. The earliest national championship classes, in 1958, were for halter, but both western and English pleasure followed soon after. Amazingly, sometimes the same horse could win all three titles—talk about the versatile Arabian! Over the years, however, that has changed, as specialization has been prioritized. Now, halter horses rarely win national honors in performance, and the specific talents required for western and English make it rare that one horse excels at both.

Inevitably, that has meant that breeders have specialized as well. While it’s true that any Arabian stallion can sire a contender in any division, usually success in one arena leads to more breeding opportunities in that division. Ultimately, that can define a horse’s career at stud.

The following lists offer valuable information for breeders, owners and exhibitors in the Western Pleasure division. The tabulations are based on national titles—the pinnacle prizes in the industry—and a few facts emerge. Not surprisingly, most of the names are familiar, as contenders and sires score repeatedly; however, there are a few new names, which indicate potential stars as time goes on. While stallions do tend to specialize, there is some crossover: it is not uncommon for successful halter contenders to beget western champions. And while the leading sires in purebred titlists follow consistently, they are not always at the top among sires of successful HalfArabians. All of that leads to the conclusion that there are a lot of open fields for new names as standout show horses, sires, owners and exhibitors in the future.

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As in any division, Western Pleasure has undergone change and will see more as it grows. So, it seems feasible that those who are doing well now will have interesting opinions for what’s coming and how to succeed in the discipline as it goes forward. To that end, AHT has invited the people on the following lists and the connections of all the horses cited, to express their opinions. Here is what they told us.

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Jessica Anderson Farm Affiliation: Setting Sun Stables

How would you convince someone new that they should try western pleasure? This isn’t a very convincing statement… but, in my opinion, western is the most difficult discipline. I have shown English, hunter, show hack and western, and while each discipline is challenging in its own way, western will test your patience and mental strength like nothing else! That said, the exactness and precision is what my Type A personality likes about it. The mental side is challenging, and I have to continually work on trusting my horses, but when it finally comes together, it is an amazing feeling!

Which horse do you see as the epitome of western pleasure, past or present? Monaco Jullyen V is my favorite western horse, possibly ever. I love the way he carries his neck, I love his movement, and I think he is beautiful (not to mention his goofball personality outside of the ring). I also think it is pretty cool that he started as an English horse at Sheila’s and transitioned into a talented western horse with relative ease. That is a well-rounded, well-bred horse!

What excites you most about 2017 when it comes to the western community? I think last year’s kickoff of the AWPA classes at Nationals was a really big deal. It brought a lot of attention (and $$!) to the western show ring, and I think the excitement of these classes will continue to build going forward.

What is your favorite show to attend every year to see western horses?

Why? U.S. Nationals is my favorite show to watch western horses, because the level of talent is incomparable. There are a lot of mediocre western horses at other shows, but only a few that can do it really well, and when they are all in the ring at the same time, it is impressive.

What do you think can be done to encourage more viewers to the western pleasure ring at shows? Admittedly, I used to be the person who got up to get a refill during the western classes because I thought they were “boring.” Not until I started to ride and understand it, did I appreciate the level of difficulty required to make a western horse lope around the ring, collected, hooked up, and on a drape (#westernishard). All joking aside, it is hard for some people to slow down and appreciate the beauty of it, but I think the format of the new AWPA classes is a good start towards making western classes more fun to watch.

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Liz Bentley IIB Farms How would you convince someone new that they should try western pleasure? I’d invite them to ride a well-trained western horse.

Are there other programs you would like to see implemented to encourage growth in the western division? I’d like to see a money payback to gelding owners as incentive to show more. Many of the amateurs ride geldings and other than possibly selling them one day, they can’t get any further investment.

Which horse do you see as the epitome of western pleasure, past or present? Any horse that is built to do the job and it’s easy for them are my favorite western horses. When they are balanced, even moving at all gaits in both directions, great minded, beautiful and enjoy the game, they are my joy.

What excites you most about 2017 when it comes to the western community? The western pleasure 4-year-old futurity.

What is your favorite show to attend every year to see western horses?

Why? I like seeing the 3-year-olds at U.S.

Sheila Curley Farm Affiliation: The Brass Ring, Inc.

How would you convince someone new that they should try western pleasure? I would share my experiences and how I started in western pleasure. I would tell them there is nothing like the bond between you and a good western horse.

Are there other programs you would like to see implemented to encourage growth in the western division? I would like to see an endof-the-year award program for Region accomplishments. This would help all disciplines. We have a lot of amazing regional riders that can’t always go to Nationals and I don’t think they get recognized. We put most of our emphasis on National level accomplishments.

Which horse do you see as the epitome of western pleasure, past or present? I think a truly good western pleasure horse is a great amateur horse. Allero is a perfect example and one of my favorites.

What excites you most about 2017 when it comes to the western community? I love the AWPA Auction and Futurity classes.

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What is your favorite show to attend every year to see western horses?

Why? U.S. Nationals. It’s incredible, the quality of the horses in the ring.

Almost all of them are the highest quality and to see them all together is an amazing experience. I honestly don’t know how the judges can decide.

What do you think can be done to encourage more viewers to the western pleasure ring at shows? Promoting the shows venue to the community. Scottsdale is a perfect example. It’s highly promoted and its event people make an effort to come see.

Braden Davidson

How would you convince someone new that they should try western pleasure? Depending on whether the newcomer was wanting to ride or be an owner (or both!), it would be important to know that western pleasure takes an enormous amount of commitment, not only with training, but also through the connection of the rider. I think it’s our duty to welcome newcomers with honesty, and show them all the aspects of the western pleasure division by helping them understand exactly which level they wish to enjoy and compete at, which determines where to start.

Are there other programs you would like to see implemented to encourage growth in the western division? I think we have an excellent array of programs available to western pleasure exhibitors within the Arabian horse industry that not only promotes breeding beautiful, functional horses, but also allows many options to market, sell, and enjoy our horses at many different levels.

Which horse do you see as the epitome of western pleasure, past or present? For me personally, a western horse must be extremely beautiful and equally as athletic. PA Kid Khan is a stallion that embodies every quality I look for in a western horse—extreme type, tractable mind, and beautifully conformed. In PA Kid Khan, I find all of these qualities plus a pedigree that is unmatched, culminating in two of the breed’s greatest sires of western pleasure horses: Sundance Kid V and *Khadraj NA.

What excites you most about 2017 when it comes to the western community? Each year, the western division elevates to a new level … the introduction of the first AWPA classes held at the United States National Championships showed just exactly the direction of where our western horses are headed. The quality is top notch and the training has become so fine tuned.

What is your favorite show to attend every year to see western horses?

Why? Scottsdale and U.S. Nationals are my favorite show to see the finest western horses in the country. Not only watching classes, but even more exciting is seeing horses work throughout the week out of the show ring.

What do you think can be done to encourage more viewers to the western pleasure ring at shows? Schedule! We need to start thinking smaller is better in regards to our shows. More classes is doing more harm to our shows. It’s limiting the ability for people to be able to see an array of disciplines. We are forcing visitors, as well as exhibitors, to choose between what they can see due to scheduling conflicts.

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Rebecca Fulkerson Farm Affiliation: Rick Gault Training

How would you convince someone new that they should try western pleasure? I think the best way is to just get on and try, ideally on a really well-trained good western horse. From the ground it may seem easy, but that’s the furthest thing from the truth! Many of our western trainers are so good at what they do, they make our jobs as amateurs easier, but the skill, timing, and practice it takes to be really good at riding/showing a western horse is a challenge I think many people would enjoy taking on.

Are there other programs you would like to see implemented to encourage growth in the western division? At this point I would just love to see the AWPA (Arabian Western Pleasure Association) grow and become even bigger. It is our goal as a board to expand the money to the amateurs and give back more to breeders and the stallion owners that without any of them, we would be lost, in any aspect of the breed.

Which horse do you see as the epitome of western pleasure, past or present? I am very biased to my mother’s mare Mi Maria (Kharben x Mi Tiffany), who at 21 years old still lopes in frame every time you swing a leg over her; doesn’t matter if she’s been ridden the day before or not for a year, she’s exactly the same every time! Others that will always be favorites are DA Aquila (a horse that could hand gallop better than anyone else), Melody V, Zimmeron PGN, Chablis WA, Anthem V, and a mare that didn’t get to have the life span she deserved to let everyone know how great she really was, Ziamonds N Pearlz, bred and owned all her life by dear friends Debbie and Lamar Mullinax. If you want to see the most perfect western class ever, pull her up on YouTube from Region 12 the year she died, I have never witnessed anything more perfect!

What excites you most about 2017 when it comes to the western community? The AWPA classes, for sure!

What is your favorite show to attend every year to see western horses?

Why? U.S. Nationals the last couple of years has blown me away with the quality in most of the western classes.

What do you think can be done to encourage more viewers to the western pleasure ring at shows? Making it exciting. I think the energy that was in the stands at the 2016 U.S. Nationals, especially for the AWPA classes, was a very encouraging step. Being a part of the AWPA and talking to owners, exhibitors, stallion owners, breeders, trainers, etc., I think everyone has a new found pep in their step about the western division as a whole … I know I do.

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Eleanor Hamilton Eleanor’s Arabian Farm

How would you convince someone new that they should try western pleasure? Try it, you’ll like it!

Which horse do you see as the epitome of western pleasure, past or present? Well, the one I am riding, of course!

What excites you most about 2017 when it comes to the western community? My next western pleasure horse.

What is your favorite show to attend every year to see western horses?

Why? Scottsdale and U.S. Nationals, because class sizes are big with horses from all over the country.

Kristin Harkins Farm Affiliation: Setting Sun Stables

How would you convince someone new that they should try western pleasure? I would have them ride one of the many awesome HalfArabians at Setting Sun!

Are there other programs you would like to see implemented to encourage growth in the western division? I think we’re making great progress with Ranch Riding and ATR Reining.

Which horse do you see as the epitome of western pleasure, past or present? I’ve always loved Khemosabi.

What excites you most about 2017 when it comes to the western community? The AWPA 4-year-old class at U.S. Nationals.

What is your favorite show to attend every year to see western horses?

Why? U.S. Nationals always has the depth and range with horses at their peak!

What do you think can be done to encourage more viewers to the western pleasure ring at shows? Increase the variety of western music!

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Kim Isringhausen Farm Affiliation: Rick Gault Training

How would you convince someone new that they should try western pleasure? Funny, I wanted to ride western pleasure because it was beautiful and it looked easy! At the time, I did not know anyone who rode the discipline nor did I even own a horse, but I wanted to try it. I soon came to learn that western pleasure certainly is beautiful, but not so easy. For me to convince someone new to try western pleasure, I would share with them what excites me about the discipline. The feeling of jogging into the show ring on a beautiful horse while wearing a stunning outfit is almost indescribable. And when you have a good ride, ribbon or no ribbon, there is no better sense of accomplishment. Connecting with your horse, going through the gaits, and feeling him or her respond to you no matter how subtle your cues, creates a powerful bond. That’s what convinces me.

Are there other programs you would like to see implemented to encourage growth in the western division? I think good progress has been made to encourage growth in the western division by implementation of leveling classes. If you look at the number of riders in the select class, it is evident that growth has been attained. Further, the creation of the Arabian Western Pleasure Association has given the division a centerpiece prize money event. I believe the AWPA has already generated excitement in the division and has the potential to substantially encourage growth in the future. Continuation and possible expansion of programs like these will surely enhance participation and growth in western pleasure.

Which horse do you see as the epitome of western pleasure, past or present? It is hard for me to name just one. To me, the epitome of a western pleasure horse is one who is naturally talented, willing and likes to do the job, and has a presence in the ring. I am thankful to be a part of a training facility where many successful western horses with these attributes stand today, including my champion, Chablis WA. What excites you most about 2017 when it comes to the western community? I am excited by the number of up-and-coming amateur riders, as well as new faces in the western training community. Seeing the field broaden, enhances the competition and the satisfaction realized from competing.

What is your favorite show to attend every year to see western horses?

Why? All of them! Seriously though, my favorite show is Scottsdale.

The classes are large and filled with competitive horses and riders.

Everywhere you look, there is a beautiful horse. And when the sun shines, nothing beats it!

What do you think can be done to encourage more viewers to the western pleasure ring at shows? We can encourage viewers to the western pleasure ring by continued positive, enthusiastic promotion of our breed and discipline.

The bigger question may be, how do we get viewers to shows in general?

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Gary Kehl

Andrea Martoglio

GRK Farms

Farm Affiliation:

How would you convince someone new that they should try western pleasure?

Try western pleasure because the outfits are the best and it’s the easiest saddle to sit in! Oh, and I should mention the horses are really smooth to ride.

How would you convince someone new that they should try western pleasure? Western pleasure is a lot harder than it looks; the challenge is to make it look effortless. When I began showing again last year after a long hiatus, I decided to focus on western pleasure. The horses are elegant and quiet, the goal is to go slow, and you get to wear glitzy outfits—perfect for a 55 and over amateur!

Which horse do you see as the epitome of western pleasure, past or present?

The horse that is the epitome of western pleasure to me present day is Khabaret PGA. In the past it was the great C A Hermoso. Beautiful athletes, both of them.

What excites you most about 2017 when it comes to the western community? Promoting the young western horses coming up in the GRK Farms program. There are definite superstars among them.

Setting Sun Stables

Are there other programs you would like to see implemented to encourage growth in the western division? There are now two new wonderful programs for western pleasure: the AWPA futurity for 4-yearolds and the Sweepstakes classes for amateurs at U.S. Nationals. There seems to be a lot of buzz about these programs and I think they will definitely encourage growth.

Which horse do you see as the epitome of western pleasure, past or present? Two horses come to mind: the purebred Monticello V and the Half-Arabians Alittle Beer Money. Both are gorgeous horses with beautiful transitions who have proven themselves both with professional trainers and their amateur owners.

What is your favorite show to attend every year to see western horses?

Why? U.S. Nationals—the depth is incredible.

What do you think can be done to encourage more viewers to the western pleasure ring at shows? I think it comes down to having the right venue and promotion. Scottsdale is an incredible place to have a show and so many people from the community come out to watch. It’s a blast to show on the weekend evenings to a packed house. The energy is incredible.

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What excites you most about 2017 when it comes to the western community? I always look forward to seeing the futurities, the new up-and-coming youngsters. I also like to see what great open horses will show up in the amateur classes.

What is your favorite show to attend every year to see western horses?

Why? Scottsdale and the U.S. Nationals. Scottsdale, because it’s the first opportunity to see who will be paired with what horse for the season, and the U.S. Nationals, because of the futurities. Both shows have deep competition.

What do you think can be done to encourage more viewers to the western pleasure ring at shows? I think it is already happening. The Calcutta betting on the Spotlight Western Pleasure Futurity at Region 12 is a lot of fun and has brought more interest in that class. The Western Pleasure Open is so deep now, it is usually a who’s who of champions and people want to see it and the AWPA futurity classes at the U.S. Nationals, which creates a lot of interest because of the big prize money.

Maria Toto Farm Affiliation:

Setting Sun Stables

How would you convince someone new that they should try western pleasure? First, I would show them the outfits! If seeing all the bling wasn’t enough, I would tell them that there is nothing like loping a finely tuned western horse, but to be prepared because it takes a lot of work to make it look easy.

Are there other programs you would like to see implemented to encourage growth in the western division? We are headed in the right direction. The addition of the jackpot class and the AWPA are great programs that hopefully are encouraging people to breed top quality western horses. Both programs are exciting and are bringing more attention to the western division. I am looking forward to my 2017 foal competing in the 2012 AWPA class.

What is your favorite show to attend every year to see western horses?

Why? Hands down, U.S. Nationals. I love watching the open western pleasure final on Saturday night. The best trainers on the best horses competing for the roses … it is truly incredible.

What do you think can be done to encourage more viewers to the western pleasure ring at shows? I think people enjoy watching great horses regardless of the division. Therefore, in order to encourage more viewers, people need to be riding and showing great horses, and the way that happens is by breeding. After watching the western futurities and the AWPA classes last year, I think the western division is well on its way! n

Which horse do you see as the epitome of western pleasure, past or present? Mi-Tiffany.

What excites you most about 2017 when it comes to the western community? Although I will be sitting on the sidelines this year, I am looking forward to going to shows and spending time, not only with my Setting Sun family and fellow western riders, but with all of my horse show friends and cheering them on. I am probably most excited though, to watch my new horse, Oncore A, begin his career in the show ring at U.S. Nationals in the futurity.

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NatioNal

2016 WesterN Pleasure leaders

Includes U.S., Canadian and Youth National Western Pleasure Champion and Reserve wins. 10 & Under excluded.

Overall arabian & Half-arabian leading HOrses by number of wins 1. Caliente Virtuoso Chablis WA CPH Lonestarr 2. Sheza Loded Lady 3. Justin Mac V Koweta Phoenix Loded At The Barr Masquerade PA Tamar Diamond Destiny 4. WGA Kid Rose

3 championships 3 championships 3 championships 2 championships, 1 reserve 2 championships 2 championships 2 championships 2 championships 2 championships 1 championship, 2 reserves

Owner Robin Porter Kim Isringhausen Brooke Bellville/Barbara Beaudoin Sally or Jaime Leonardini John & Judy Mittenthal Rebecca Fulkerson Leslie Mosteller Pegasus Arabians Jody or Janice Strand Regina Kruger

3 championships 2 championships 2 championships 2 championships 1 championship, 2 reserves

Owner Kim Isringhausen John & Judy Mittenthal Rebecca Fulkerson Pegasus Arabians Regina Kruger

arabian leading HOrses by number of wins 1. Chablis WA 2. Justin Mac V Koweta Phoenix Masquerade PA 3. WGA Kid Rose

Half-arabian leading HOrses by number of wins 1. Caliente Virtuoso CPH Lonestarr 2. Sheza Loded Lady 3. Loded At The Barr Tamar Diamond Destiny

3 championships 3 championships 2 championships, 1 reserve 2 championships 2 championships

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Owner Robin Porter Brooke Bellville/Barbara Beaudoin Sally or Jaime Leonardini Leslie Mosteller Jody or Janice Strand

ArA r biAn A Over An verAll leA e ding SireS by number of winning get

by number of wins

1. Sundance Kid V 2. Khadraj NA 3. LBA Lode Star 4. Hesa Zee Jullyen El Jamaal Versace Zimmeron PGN

10 6 3 2 2 2 2

1. Sundance Kid V 2. LBA Lode Star 3. Khadraj NA 4. C A Hermoso Hesa Zee Magnum Chall HVP Millennium LOA ML Mostly Padron

14 7 6 3 3 3 3 3

ArA r biAn A leA An e ding SireS by number of Arabian winning get 1. Sundance Kid V 2. Khadraj NA 3. Jullyen El Jamaal

by number of Arabian wins 7 4 2

1. Sundance Kid V 2. Khadraj NA 3. Magnum Chall HVP Millennium LOA ML Mostly Padron

9 4 3 3 3

by number of Half-Arabian winning get

by number of Half-Arabian wins

1. LBA Lode Star Sundance Kid V 2. Khadraj NA

1. LBA Lode Star 2. Sundance Kid V 3. C A Hermoso

3 3 2

7 5 3

OverA verAll le eA Ading Open Tr rA Ainer inerS S (Top Ten included) by number of wins 1. Joe Reser 2. Brett Becker 3. LaRae Fletcher Powell 4. JT Keller Jody Strand

12 9 8 7 7

ArA r biAn A leA An e ding Open TrA r inerS

HAlf-ArA r biAn A leA An e ding Open TrA r inerS

(Top Ten included) by number of wins

(Top Ten included) by number of wins

1. LaRae Fletcher Powell Joe Reser Jody Strand 2. Brett Becker 3. JT Keller

6 6 6 5 4

1. Joe Reser 2. Brett Becker 3. Abram Cotton JT Keller Gordon Potts Josh Quintus

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6 4 3 3 3 3

Overall leading Owners by number of horses 1. Brooke Bellville or Barbara Beaudoin Sheila Curley Rebecca Fulkerson Ernest or Gail Grubb Lesley Farms LLC Janice Lorick Paige Nolte Remington Monroe Equine LLC Richard, Gail or Anne Whitaker

2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2

Overall leading Breeders by number of horses 1. Susan Al-Abbas Eleanor Hamilton Varian Arabians 2. Frank Chisholm Edward or Laura Friesen Hennessey Arabian LLC Petroglyph Arabians Setting Sun Stables LLC Barbara Sink-Krusenstjerna

araBian leading Breeders

Half-araBian leading Breeders

by number of horses

by number of horses

1. Varian Arabians 2. Frank Chisholm Hennessey Arabian LLC

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3 3 3 2 2 2 2 2 2

3 2 2

1. Susan Al-Abbas

2. Eleanor Hamilton

Setting Sun Stables LLC

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3 2 2

Fazieh NK

(Ever After NA x Midnight Dream IA) Being bred to PA Kid Khan

“Last year’s United States National Championships was a clear indication of how far we’ve come as an industry in breeding form and not sacrificing function how fortunate we are to have evolved our Western horses into some of the most beautiful and talented individuals amongst the equine industry.

The energy that filled the Ford Truck Arena when each Western class entered was an incredible feeling and a feeling that could only be felt if you were there. The Arabian Western Pleasure division has become one of the most elegant and competitive classes to showcase the Arabian horse, where beauty and functionality have finally become one.

A salute to the breeders who are producing the most beautiful Western horses the breed as ever seen. It is a dream that I too can contribute some small way with the future foals I have planned.” ~ Braden Davidson

alovely aFire vF

(Afire Bey V x *Apollonia HCF) Being bred to Moon of Jullyen V

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T he horse who allowed so many the ability to shine ‌ T hank you for the magnificent colors you painted our skies.

It has been an honor and a privilege.

Sundance Kid V

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