Horsemen's Corral November 2023 by Horsemen's Corral

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

Inside This Issue Bulletin Board ......................................................................... 48 Corral Calendar ...................................................................... 34 The Cowboy Perseverance Ranch ......................................... 44 Preparing Stalls for Winter...................................................... 40 Ride In Sync ............................................................................. 8 TrailMeister ............................................................................. 26 Understanding How to Administer CBD/CBG to Your Horse .. 18 View From the Cheap Seats................................................... 30 Western Dressage .................................................................. 46

Club News Black Swamp Driving Club ..................................................... 22 Buckeye Equestrian Association ............................................ 16

The Corral Staff

Classical Attraction Dressage Society .................................... 20

Editor .............................................................................................Bobbie Coalter

Colorado Ranger Horse Association ...................................... 41

Advertising Sales & General Manager .....................................Joe Coalter email ............................................................... joe@thehorsemenscorral.com Club Sales & Circulation Manager Art & Composition Director .....................................................Michelle Ross email ......................................................michelle@thehorsemenscorral.com

Flatlanders Dressage & Combined Training Association, Inc.... 22 Geauga Horse and Pony Association ..................................... 14 Knox County Horse Park ........................................................ 38 Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros ................................................. 12 Mid-Eastern Farriers Association............................................ 24

WRITERS & PHOTOGRAPHERS Features: ......................................Kelley Bitter, Rob and Tanya Corzatt ............................Robert Eversole, Lisa Kiley, Terry Myers, Sarah Vas Guest:......................................................................Taylor Marie Images NEXT ISSUE NUMBER 12 ............................................................................ DECEMBER 2023 DECEMBER 2023 DEADLINE .................................... NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Mid-Ohio Marauders ............................................................... 39 Northern Kentucky Horse Network ......................................... 10 Northern Ohio Outlaws ........................................................... 28 Ohio High School Rodeo Association ..................................... 20 Ohio Horseman’s Council, Inc. ............................................... 50 Ohio Paint Horse Club .............................................................. 6 Ohio Valley Team Penning Association .................................. 16

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Ohio Western Horse Association ............................................ 48 Pinto Horse Association of Ohio ............................................. 28 Premier Mount N Trail............................................................. 24 Tri-County Trail Association .................................................... 31 Wayne County Saddle Club ................................................... 42 Western Reserve Carriage Association .................................. 38

ABOUT THE COVER: International Liberty Horse Association (ILHA) member, Mary Lewis sits horse (Apache) during 2023 ILHA Championship Liberty Horse Show held during the Liberty Festival at the Kentucky Horse Park. For more information about the ILHA, visit https://www.libertyhorseassociation.com/ Photo courtesy of Taylor Marie Images https://taylormarieimages.com/

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Ohio Paint Horse Club

New Location for General Membership Meeting PRESIDENT, Tim Snapp VICE PRESIDENT, Deb Schroeder TREASURER, Jill Davis SECRETARY, Heather Collins WEBSITE, www.ophc.org

by Roxann Rohrl Hello to each of our members and friends of the Ohio Paint

Horse Club. The months are sure dwindling down to only a few to go before the New Year. I hope you all had a few days shopping and watching the Congress. That’s always a fun time seeing old friends, meeting new friends, and watching the classes. I have a correction from last month’s news. The date of the 58th annual OPHC general membership meeting is correct, Saturday, Nov. 11 but the place has moved to the Concord

Township Community Building, 6385 Home Road, Delaware, Ohio 43015. 10 a.m.: Amateur Meeting 11 a.m.: OPHC Board Meeting 12 p.m.: Lunch provided by OPHC 1 p.m.: General membership meeting, election of officers. The youth club meeting will be held after the general meeting. I hope to see you all attend. Bring your bag of ideas for the 2024 show season. New ideas are always welcome! The 2023 OPHC awards banquet will be held March 16, 2024 at the Courtyard By Marriot, 100 South Fountain Ave., Springfield, Ohio 5 p.m.: Happy hour 6 p.m.: Dinner 7 p.m.: Awards presentation OPHC scholarships are available. The completed application must be postmarked no later than Dec. 31, 2023. Mail to OPHC Scholarship, c/o Roger Taylor, 2889 Kendall Road, Akron, Ohio 44321 or call 330/608-9524. These $500 scholarships will be given out

RENEW OR JOIN NOW FOR 2024! Visit ohconline.com for benefits of membership.

at the awards banquet. You are eligible if you are 23 years of age or younger, a current member of the OPHC, have participated in at least one OPHC club activity in the current calendar year, are a high school senior or active college undergraduate enrolled in a two or four-year college or trade school as a full time student. One of these scholarships might have your name on it! Check it out, visit ophc.org, go to the OPHC rulebook, scholarships, all the information is there for you to complete and mail off! Keep up on all the OPHC happenings on the OPHC Facebook page and the OPHC Amateur Club Facebook page. I have a 2024 show date for you to write on your calendar. Mark your calendar for May 3-5 for the Zone 8 six judge Zone A Rama, C Bar C Arena, Cloverdale, Ind. APHA approved. Host Hotel is the Inn at DePauw. Thanks to all of our volunteers, I am looking forward to working with you all. We are always looking for volunteers. Come join us!

IF YOU HAVEN’T, YOU SHOULD. Saddle up and ride Ohio’s bridle trails. For 50 years, Ohio Horseman’s Council volunteers have dedicated their time and effort building and maintaining trails and advocating access to public land so everyone can enjoy the outdoors. If you haven’t, you should. Visit ohconline.com to get maps, learn more about Ohio’s trails and plan your next trail adventure!

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Ride In Sync

What a Horse Thinks by Terry Myers

ave you ever truly thought about what your horse is thinking? Ever thought about how they interpret their world? Growing up, people used to tell me that to be a good horseman; you have to think like a horse. But yet, no one ever would tell me how a horse thinks. Today, we have all kinds of horse psychology books and videos published by the well educated and the not so well educated. So I’m going to give you my view point from experience (no college degree here, just scars from the school of hard knocks). In past articles, I frequently referred to the rider’s instincts. Hope you liked those articles, because we are going to talk about that again, but this time from the horses’ perspective. Horses learn by repetition. They need the same thing done over and over before they understand your expectations. They also have an amazing ability to see

things in great detail, hence their great ability as wild horses to see the slightest movement or change in the landscape to detect danger, as part of their self-preservation. Where we humans mess up, we don’t see things in great detail and we focus too much, missing the details. So when we think we are training our horse and think we are training an aspect over and over, because of our lack of attention to detail, we actually are not doing the same motions in repetition. We are actually sending all kinds of mixed messages. For example, the other day I was giving a riding lesson and told the rider to pick up their inside rein and ‘feel’ it. When the horse gave their nose, I told the rider to let go, teaching their horse to give to the rein pressure. Then I told the rider to do that exact same thing another 10,000 times (to teach their horse to give). What do you think the chances are that the rider will

pick up the inside rein in exactly the same way and release the pressure at exactly the point that the horse give to the pressure? Repetition and attention to detail are the keys to training your horse. HERE IS YOUR HORSE’S VIEW POINT (Trigger says…) Oh geez, here comes (insert your name) again. He’s going to put that big bit in my mouth again and it’s gonna be ‘kick to go and pull to whoa’. Why doesn’t he understand that by jerking on me to make me put my head down, I brace in my throat latch and my jaw. It makes my shoulders feel tense and my front feet are killing me. If they keep jerking me down and making me do that stupid hop at the lope, my hocks are gonna need injected before long. THE HUMAN TRANSLATION Be more aware of your horse’s movement, rather than always focusing on their head. Learn how to make your horse light in the bridle and drive them into the bit, so they can use their hind quarters and avoid being forehand heavy. Stop focusing on your horse’s head, and start being aware of their body and the rhythm of their feet. When the horse is correct in their body, their feet (stride) will soften. When they are driving with their hind quarters, they pick up their back to do so. They by product of this collection is to drop their head. ANOTHER VIEWPOINT FROM YOUR HORSE (Trigger says…) You sure do pull on me a lot. You pull the reins, you pull on the lead rope and you pull on the lunge line. I am guessing that you want me to pull back, since that’s all you do to me. Get a clue, I’m bigger and stronger, so I can out pull you. THE HUMAN TRANSLATION Horses learn by the release of pressure. Using the lightest

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pressure necessary to accomplish your task, then knowing when to reward your horse by releasing the pressure is key to just about all training and riding. Reins, lead rope and lunge line should be held like you are holding hands with your girl friend, boy friend, spouse or other significant person. Using a lightness of hand will help you feel the horse, increasing pressure only as necessary. When you need to use more pressure, use a bump; never pull! Same goes for leg pressure. We’ve said this in the past. When you think about people and horses, many of their instincts are exactly the same. The exception is that horses cannot reason in order to change their habits; people can. With humans supposedly being the smarter species, we have to learn to adjust our instincts to be able to work with the horse’s instincts. Sometimes when you are having a problem and starting to get angry or frustrated with your horse, you need to stop, get off your horse and think about what you are going. Try to think from the horse’s perspective. 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.

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Northern Kentucky Horse Network

Thank You to Our Volunteers for a Successful 2023 Show Season PRESIDENT, Trisha Kremer VICE PRESIDENT, Jackie Holland SECRETARY, Susan Dickinson TREASURER, Mindy Burke WEBSITE, www.nkhn.info EMAIL, nkhn@nkhn.info

by Nancy Kissinger We were fortunate to have had a successful 2023 show season.

Thanks to Mark and Joyce Voet for all their hard work on the Drill Team Show. Thanks to Monica Egger and her entire committee for their hard work on the All Breed Horse Show. The Northern Kentucky Horse Network (NKHN) is an ‘allvolunteer’ organization and we owe all our success to the many volunteers, sponsors, and our dedicated Board members. We are so thankful for their time and contributions. We would not

exist without all of them. The Hamburger Ride at A J Jolly Trails in Alexandria, Ky., in September was such a fun day. The weather could not have been more perfect and thanks to Donnie Orth and his team of volunteers, the trails were in good condition for this day of trail riding. Thanks also to Michelle Simon at the Campbell County Extension Office for furnishing the hamburgers. And, thank you Tracy Schoen for the frog-eyed salad! October 14-15 we held a Dressage and Jumping Clinic at Cowtown Arena in Williamstown, Ky. Candra Cook-McCoy was the clinician. On Dec. 2 we are sponsoring an Educational Clinic along with the University of Kentucky. This

clinic is ‘Horsemen Helping Horsemen’, hosted by Mike and Shannon Blandford will be held at Wanderlust Acres, Verona, Ky. Topics include: Saddle Fitting; KY Horse Shoeing School; Bridles and stuff, and more. This is a free clinic however preregistration is required. To register, please call the Campbell County Extension Office, 859/572-2600. More information is available at nkhn. info or see our ad in this issue. We hope you are enjoying the fall riding season. For information on NKHN and our events, or to become a member, please visit our website, nkhn. info; follow us on Facebook; or email us at nkhn@nkhn.info. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros

Thank You for Making our 2023 Season a Success PRESIDENT, R. David Davis VICE PRESIDENT, Mike Sheets SECRETARY/TREASURER, Karen Davis; PHONE, 330-719-3290 EMAIL, karenld0819@gmail.com WEBSITE, www.lakeerievaqueros.net

by Karen (Chilipepper) Davis Lake Erie Mounted Vaqueros had their last event of the season on Sept. 9 and 10. We had a very nice turn out with 33 riders and six wranglers on Saturday and 29 riders and five wranglers on Sunday. We also had a few riders that had never been at our events and said they will be back next year because they enjoyed all of our shootin’ family and had a great time with all of us. The weather was great for both days! We played bingo on Saturday night after the event and everyone seemed to have a lot of fun. Thank you Emily Hric! They took in a nice pot and the club donated their winnings to the Jessica Sheets Fund.

Thanks to Vice President Mike Sheets, we now have three balloon setters for next season. All three are ready to go! I want to thank Bekah and Cooper for setting balloons for all of our events this season and to Wade for helping on our last event. Our balloon setters always do a fantastic job no matter how many riders we have and they never complain. 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: Drew Wallace OVERALL COWBOY: Drew Wallace OVERALL COWGIRL: Marcella Gruchalak OVERALL SR. COWBOY: Robert Koniak OVERALL SR. COWGIRL: Rhonda Brown OVERALL RESERVE: James Chambers RESERVE COWBOY: James Chambers RESERVE COWGIRL: Jessica Soehnlen RESERVE SR. COWBOY: Barry Larson RESERVE SR. COWGIRL: Karen Wertz L2: Christy Burdick, L3: Jessica Soehnlen, L4: Marcella Gruchalak, L6: Carla Spackman, M2: Sylvio Pellegrino, M3: Mike Sheets, M4: David Ringer, M5: Drew Wallace, M6: George Hampe SL1: Terri Robb, SL2: Pamela Myers, SL3: Dawn Wojtowicz, SL4: Karen

Drew Wallace, first time coming to a LEMV event and won overall champion both days! Wertz, SL5: Rhonda Brown, SM3: Greg Durnell, SM4: Robert Koniak, SM5: Barry Larson. WRANGLERS LIMITED: Braeyln Ringer, Kamille Huff, Arden Sloan, Emmett Ringer, Wyatt Berry. OPEN: Ellis Sloan RIFLE: Robert Koniak SHOTGUN: 1st Place David Ringer, 2nd Place DeAnn Sloan SUNDAY WINNERS CHAMPION: Drew Wallace OVERALL COWBOY: Drew Wallace OVERALL COWGIRL: Carla Spackman OVERALL SR COWBOY: Matt Miller OVERALL SR COWGIRL: Rhonda Brown OVERALL RESERVE: Carla Spackman RESERVE COWBOY: George Hampe RESERVE COWGIRL: DeAnn Sloan RESERVE SR COWBOY: Barry Larson RESERVE SR COWGIRL: Cheri Stady L1: Kelly McElwain, L2: Christy Burdick, L3: DeAnn Sloan, L4: Marcella Gruchalak, L5: Karla Durnell, L6: Carla Spackman, M2: Sylvio Pellegrino, M3: David Spackman, M5: Drew Wallace, M6: George Hampe, SL2: Pamela Myers, SL3: Dawn Wojtowicz, SL4: Cheri Stady, SL5: Rhonda Brown, SM3: Dwayne Joyner, SM4: Robert Koniak, SM5: Matt Miller. WRANGLERS LIMITED: Kamille Huff, Arden Sloan, Braeyln Ringer, Emmett Ringer. OPEN: Ellis Sloan

I would like to thank everyone who came out runnin’ and gunnin’ and made all of our

events a success. Without all of you we would have no club! Our next meeting will be on Nov. 1, 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 see what we are all about. Visit our web page: lakeeriemountedvaqueros. net and you will see where the meetings are going to be held or feel free to call me at 330/7193290 for any information regarding our club or about cowboy mounted shooting. I would like to thank Nancy and Carmen Virzi for hosting our September meeting and Mike and Jessica Sheets for hosting our October meeting. Thank you to our sponsors: Big Dee’s Vet and Tack Supply, CMSA, Lonesome Pine Ammo and Curly’s Ammo; Uncle Jimmy’s Brand Products, The Corral, Stagecoach West, Park Side Trailer Sales and Service, Siracki Realty, Altmeyer’s Trailer Sales, Rockin C Leather, Ben and Tammy Clark, Wendy Shaffer, Rocks Farm and Garden, Junction Buick GMC and Kiko Meats.

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Geauga Horse and Pony Association

Planning the 2024 Show Season; Special Classes Were a Huge Hit PRESIDENT, George Baker 1st VICE PRESIDENT, Lisa Formica 2nd VICE PRESIDENT, Scott Burroughs TREASURER, Shauna Gingrich SECRETARY, Kelli Burns WEBSITE, www.ghpa.us

by Nancy Burroughs Looking back at the 2023 show season, it truly was a wonderful year. We had great attendance, good judges, our new showbills were a big hit, we had very exciting jackpots, the special classes were so much fun to watch, the food booth served great sandwiches, and we are so grateful for our wonderful members. All of this added up to a terrific show circuit. The weather even cooperated up until the middle of the last contesting show. The show committee has already started to plan for next year. We hope you will join us in 2024! Final audited placings for 2023 are posted on the website, www.ghpa.us. Congratulations to all our

Fun at the Geauga County Fair is more than just showing your horse! members who earned points and placed during our 2023 show season! Whether you will be receiving an award or not, we hope that you and your friends had fun at our shows and events. YEAR-END HIGH POINT CHAMPIONS WALK-TROT: Mylie Burns and Ruby Tuesday of Thistleridge NOVICE (18 and under): McKenzie Thompson and Sorensen’s Olaf OPEN: Rachel Formica and Potential to Flatline RANCH: Marley Grandini and Big Red of Thistleridge CONTESTING WALK TROT (18 and under): Joselyn Olson and Jojo YOUTH (18 and under): Stella Montague and Rockin Reebok ADULT: Char Maholovic and CiCi

RESERVE CHAMPIONS WALK-TROT: Charlette Saal and Sassy NOVICE (18 and under): Sydney Toivonen and Jaffar OPEN: Morgan Csontos and Shepherds Grace Millenium Force RANCH: Josselyn Mumm and Chex My Rooster; Daytona Hale & Finch (tie) CONTESTING WALK TROT (18 and under): Hayden Bortz and Major YOUTH (18 and under): Samuel Montague and Ollie’s Money Talks ADULT: Jaimie Olson and Beau

Special classes were a huge hit! When you try something different, you never know if it will be popular or not. The special classes this year were phenomenal, and everyone loved the fun awards from Big Dee’s. Classes included Bareback Equitation, Shankless Showmanship, Surprise Equitation, and Pairs Pattern. With a 10-year age difference between exhibitors required for our Generation Gap classes, Horsemanship, Showmanship, Let’s Have Fun Discipline Rail, and Barrels provided to be a big hit. Not only did the participants have fun, but the audience enjoyed cheering the teams on. Congratulations to the team of Mylie Burn, her mom Kellie, and their horse Ruby Tuesday of Thistleridge for being our yearend Generation Gap winners. Thank you to the board of directors and our volunteers.

Hannah Muellner and her very patient horse in the costume contest at the fair. Our sincerest thanks go out to everyone who generously gave countless volunteer hours so that our 2023 season ran smoothly. What makes GHPA show days so successful is not just our fabulous array of exhibitors, breeds, and classes, but the contributions of our volunteers, many of whom work tirelessly behind the scenes. We appreciate everyone who is part of the GHPA family! Stay up-to-date on the current news and events happening within our organization by visiting www.ghpa.us. Our club meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Geauga County Fairgrounds. Now that the fall weather is upon us, our meetings (except for December) are held in the school building’s lounge. Location and reminders are posted on Facebook. GHPA thanks Big Dee’s Tack for their generous support of our organization through their Bonus Buck’s program. Likewise, thank you to Schneider’s Saddlery. We really appreciate your support.

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Ohio Valley Team Penning Association

A Great 2023 Show Season, Year-End Banquet Information PRESIDENT, John May VICE PRESIDENT, Heidi Austin SECRETARY, Sue Mangus TREASURER, Debra Lyons EMAIL, ovtpasecretary@gmail.com FACEBOOK, Ohio Valley Team Penning Association

by Jamie Davis Ohio Valley Team Penning Association’s (OVTPA) final show for the year was held Sept. 16 at Treharne Training Center; running 336 first go teams we wrapped up the 2023 OVTPA show season. What a great season! Thanks to everyone who came out to support us on show day and throughout the whole season. We appreciate you all so much! Special thanks to Miss Bella for doing an amazing job announcing, Miss Beth for an outstanding job on the judges stand, Miss Stephanie for keeping the entry booth running

smoothly and of course Dave Treharne and Kristine May for hosting the OVTPA shows. The directors for keeping the show moving. Great teamwork! Another great day of sorting some cows, here are the results from our September show. Congratulations to the winners! ELITE: Bob Jamison and Jen Hodas OPEN: Becky Dixon and Tim Tuttle #4: Cody Powell and Kurt Miller #8: Kurt Miller and Texas John Resek WESTERN HERITAGE: Barb Barrett and Nora Bryte YOUTH: Wyatt Erb and Michaela Hammel.

Way to go to all the riders for the day! The saddle points races for three divisions are closer than ever. Stay tuned as the points are counted and results are tallied. It will be exciting to see who ends up on top this year and who will win each of the three Bowden saddles sponsored by Katie and Bob Jamison and John May!

Western Heritage winners Barb Barrett and Nora Bryte Plans for the year end banquet are under way. Mark your calendars, the annual awards banquet will be held Jan. 13, 2024 at the Holiday Inn in Boardman, Ohio, from 5-10 p.m. There will be a Chinese auction, dinner, awards plus a DJ to dance the night away. A

Open Sort winners Tim Tuttle and Becky Dixon great evening is planned! Please consider making a donation to the banquet for one of the auctions. Everyone making a donation will be given a ticket for a drawing for a chance to win a $50 gift certificate to Schneiders!

Buckeye Equestrian Association

Hackamore Farm Halloween Combined Test PRESIDENT, Susan Smith-Gordon VICE PRESIDENT, Patricia Andio SECRETARY, Jennifer Milliner TREASURER, Sally Kish FACEBOOK, Buckeye Equestrian Association

Some members of Buckeye Equestrian Association helped at fellow board members Jennifer and William Milliner’s Hackamore Farm Halloween Combined Test Saturday, Oct. 7. Horses and Riders were happy to enter the spirit of the event by dressing up. Jennifer and William designed and built the Halloween fences. It was a beautiful sunny day. This is an annual event so put it on your calendar for next year.

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For the love of horses and riders. ~Sally Kish

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Understanding How to Administer CBD/CBG to Your Horse

ow that CBD and CBG have hit the equine market in a big way it has created a lot of questions for potential consumers. Our Brave Horse cannabis chemist, Shannon Wilkens has created a library of information on our website to help answer those questions.

So, you’ve done your research and decided to try giving your horse CBD/CBG. Now you need to decide how to administer it to your beloved partner, but how do you decide which of the countless products is best for him? Ultimately, you and your horse will have to decide, but understanding the differences between two of the main methods of ingestion is helpful in guiding you to making the best choice. There are two common methods of CBD/CBG ingestion for horses. It can be consumed as 1) an ingredient in a chewable or 2) oromucosally in a tincture. In a chewable, CBD/CBG is mixed in with other ingredients that have favorable tastes and can be administered like a treat. In tinctures, CBD/CBG is dissolved in an oil (often olive oil or hemp oil) and typically administered under the tongue or cheek of the horse using a dropper or syringe. 1) When your horse consumes CBD/CBG as an ingredient in a chewable, the CBD/CBG travels through the digestive system just like the rest of the ingredients in the treat. It is exposed to all the acids and enzymes and other

digestive juices in the stomach before the body sends it to the liver to be metabolized. In this first pass through the liver, much of the CBD is broken down, while some makes its way into the bloodstream.1 2) When your horse consumes CBD/CBG as a tincture, the CBD/CBG is absorbed through mucosal tissue in his mouth and passes directly into the bloodstream.2

The second ingestion method clearly provides the most direct route to the bloodstream, which also allows the CBD/CBG to begin interacting within the endocannabinoid system (ECS) faster. The tincture method also allows more of the consumed CBD/CBG to be used by the body before it is broken down and eliminated as waste, which makes it possible for the horse to consume less CBD/CBG than he would have to in a CBD/CBG chewable to achieve the same potential effects. Less of the CBD/CBG is discarded before it makes it to the bloodstream where it can travel throughout the

body and interact with receptors in the ECS.3 The tincture method is appealing from a logical standpoint and can be a perfectly appropriate way to administer CBD/CBG to your horse. Many people start with this method as it is faster and more direct. In practice, not all horses may be amenable to this, which is why Brave Horse has developed a third method, Kelso’s Cubes. Kelso’s (Sugar) Cubes offer an option that is between the chewable and the tincture routes. While the horse crunches on the sugar cube, his saliva melts the sugar and allows the CBD/ CBG oil to be deposited on the mucosal tissue in the mouth. This allows for more of the CBD/ CBG to be absorbed directly into the bloodstream but offers an easier administration method for horses that do not tolerate tincture administration.

Lastly, Brave Horse OatBites are developed for horses that are insulin resistant or just picky eaters who do not tolerate the tincture or sugar cube routes.

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Ohio High School Rodeo Association

Five Levels of Sponsorship, Thank You to our Sponsors NATIONAL DIRECTOR, Nikki McCarty PRESIDENT, Ryan Corzatt VICE PRESIDENT, Brian Corsi SECRETARY, Craig Houin PHONE, 419/552-1646 WEBSITE, www.ohiohighschoolrodeo.org

by Kahlen Burns On behalf of the Ohio High School Rodeo Association, I would like to thank all of our generous sponsors who allow us to be able to have such amazing opportunities. Sponsorship funds help us with our awesome end of the year awards, national expenses, fun activities for our members, and much more. We offer five levels of sponsorships, each with their own benefits for your company. If you are interested in supporting our organization in exchange for multiple forms of advertisement for your business, head over to our website or see an OHSRA member for details. The highest level of sponsorship,

the Platinum sponsors, consists of six local businesses that deserve recognition for their gratitude. Surgent Construction, located in Cambridge, Ohio, serves Ohio and surrounding states with all their construction needs. Tru Asphalt, in Newark, Ohio, is one of the area’s premier asphalt contractors. Buschurs Custom Farm Services INC, from Maria Stein, Ohio, has your freight hauling covered. Sugarcreek Stockyards, in Sugarcreek, Ohio, is a great place to buy and sell livestock, horses, tack, and much more. Straight A’s Ranch City, located in Malvern, Ohio, is a Priefert dealer and sells a variety of fencing and livestock equipment. R&R Pipeline, also from Newark, Ohio, provides services for many types of underground pipes. As most of you know, anything that has to do with horses is not quite the cheapest hobby. Aside from sponsors, we have multiple fundraisers to help cover the costs necessary to hold our rodeos. We are selling raffle tickets that get you a chance to get some cash based on the December 2023

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Classical Attraction Dressage Society

Reasons to Join CADS in 2024 PRESIDENT, Cathy Suffecool VICE PRESIDENT, Amanda Bacon SECRETARY, Jenna Hete TREASURER, David Crawford EMAIL, cadsrider@gmail.com WEBSITE, www.cadsdressage.org

by Cathy Suffecool Can you believe we’re thinking about next year? Each year speeds by so quickly. It really gives meaning to the phrase “don’t blink, you’ll miss it”! We would like to invite you to come and join us for the 2024 show season. People ask me why should they do that? What can Classical Attraction Dressage Society (CADS) offer you and your horse? OK, here goes! Do you like to show classical dressage? We do that! We have seven shows a year. Do you like western dressage? We do that! Every schooling show plus a recognized show in June. Does your horse likes the challenge of obstacles?

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Flatlanders Dressage & Combined Training Association, Inc.

Fun Day with Flatlanders PRESIDENT, Alison Schmidbauer TREASURER, Lisa Gross SECRETARY, Jill Christopher EMAIL, fdcta@aol.com FACEBOOK, www.facebook.com/ groups/FDCTA

by Heather Bonifas This month was a beautiful beginning of the Autumn season. As a fellow horsewoman, the members of the Flatlanders and I were busy enjoying each other’s company and riding together before it became too chilly to do so. Some of us, including myself, do not have an indoor arena or the fortitude to ride outside when the snow is flying. Just as in previous months, we participated in a well-spoken of ‘fun day’. This month’s activity was once again a perfectly lovely day held at one of our long-time member’s homes. Thank you MaryLou Paxton for opening up your beautiful arena, pasture area and even your lovely home. It takes quite a bit of effort to

host one of these events and we all appreciate the members who do so much for others. The day began a bit iffy because of the thick fog. Most of the members of the Flatlanders, besides myself, had to travel a distance to make it to MaryLou and Ed’s place. Thankfully, the fog lifted within an hour of the start time and everyone made it safely. This time I got really lucky, as I am a close neighbor to the Paxtons. Last year’s event was such a hit with all of the members, it was decided to ‘copy and paste’ for this year. For those who are not familiar with the event we put together last year, let me explain. Half of the day was spent in the beautifully groomed and prepared dressage arena to ride tests, get pointers, and even try out riding each other’s horses! I must give a big thank you to the intrepid Ed Paxton, the husband of MaryLou and official arena groomer. The arena was perfect, again. Half a dozen of us were riding tests or training in some way in the smoothe arena. Later, we all moved out to the pasture area that

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was set with a fun obstacle course that included pylons to weave through, a back through maneuver, a pool noodle arch to pass under, ground trot poles, and even a couple of jumps to try. After all that fun together outside, we tied up the horses to enjoy their hay bag lunch we packed for them. The people moved to the house and gladly shared goodies that we brought. We even had some fall punch (hot spiced apple cider and orange juice mixed) to sip. Finally, the day ended with a couple of us that were not quite done riding, hopping back on and playing together in the field for a bit. What a wonderful time. I am hoping that all of you will

take the time to find ways to enjoy your fleeting fall weather moments like we did together this month riding horses and marveling at the beauty all around us. Blessings!

Black Swamp Driving Club

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Things are winding down for the Black Swamp Driving Club. We have one event left before our annual banquet. The Emmons and Higgins families hosted a Halloween party drive at France Lake in Kenton, Ohio, on Oct. 28. This event ended our driving events for this year. Our annual banquet will be held on Nov. 11, at the Good Hope Luthern Church in Arlington, Ohio. Gather from 5 to 6 p.m., meal will start at 6 p.m. We had a great time at the Parker Bridge drive. It was a beautiful day for driving. This event is always at the top of the list. Thanks to the Emmons family for hosting. It was awesome! As we are ending the years events, it’s a good time to start putting your thoughts on the new year coming up, it will be here before you know it. We are in need of board members and officers. Please consider stepping up to guide the club for another successful year. Also, in January

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Parker Bridge drive. you can submit new drives and events for 2024. Please consider hosting an event or a drive. We always have a good time at our events. Day trips are great too! We have toured several places in past years, museums, buggy shops, day trips in Eastern Ohio Amish country, Weaver Wagon tour, just to name a few. It’s a great time to start planning. You can start submitting your event at the January meeting. I should have the meeting dates for 2024 in the next article. This will wrap up this month’s article. If you have any news or pictures please send them to me at higgy122@gmail.com, I appreciate any news or pictures you would like to submit. As always there is an open invitation to join the BSDC. Come and check us out! Until next month, be safe and enjoy the fall colors! November 2023

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Premier Mount N Trail

Thrilled to Announce the Addition of a New Ohio Park for 2024 PRESIDENT, Kelly Chapman VICE PRESIDENT, Stephanie Tarr SECRETARY, Heidi Daugherty TREASURER, Kerry Elliott EMAIL, premiermountntrail@gmail.com WEBSITE, www.premiermountntrail.com

by Amanda Fowler We are beyond excited to share with you the addition of a beautiful trail park located in Hanoverton, Ohio. The trail course will be held at Stone Gate Farms and will be

called Jagged Ridge Mountain Trail Series. Long-time Premier Mount N Trail (PMT) member, Stephanie Tarr will be running the shows. The park boasts large, open, spacious areas for parking your truck and trailer, covered stalls for your horse(s) and interesting and challenging obstacles that every level of competitor can enjoy. We know this park will be an incredible addition to our amazing line-up of PMT parks. Stephanie has been hard at work planning and scheduling to ensure a smooth show season for Jagged Ridge Mountain Trail Series. Mark your calendars now for

the upcoming 2024 show dates: The first show of the season on June 2 will offer a special prize to celebrate the launch of the new park. June 1: Mountain Trail Clinic with Kelly Chapman and June 2 July 20 and 21 August 17 and 18

September 7 and 8 (double points and championship show) Follow Jagged Ridge Mountain Trail Series on Facebook by searching for it by name. We’re excited to see you at one of our amazing PMT parks in 2024.

Mid-Eastern Farriers Association

Results from 2023 MEFA Farriers Contest 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

by Kaylee Watson Special thanks to all our sponsors who came through this year and to Cecil Booth II AND Jennifer Booth for spearheading the contest, Timothy Dodd our treasurer, and Jason Hill for their years of hard work and commitment to MEFA. To Stan Mullen Cjf for judging our contest, to Ryan Stoops for scribing scores and to our President Levi Dale Runnion and Vice President Lori Eick McDade who have both given their blood to keep this association alive. Thanks also to Hocking College for renting us the facility. To all else we may have missed, thank you. 2023 MEFA CONTEST RESULTS NOVICE (DIVISION 1) EAGLE EYE: Travis Taylor HIGH POINT: Andrew Mueller CLASS 1: 1. Jessica Kubiak; 2. Andrew Mueller; 3. Josh Knotts CLASS 2: 1. Andrew Mueller; 2. Josh

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Travis Gregg competiting during the MEFA 2023 farriers contest. Knotts; 3. Jessica Kubiak LIVE HORSE SHOEING: 1. Jessica Kubiak; 2. Andrew Mueller; 3. Travis Taylor INTERMEDIATE (DIVISION 2) EAGLE EYE: Joe Phillips HIGH POINT: Joe Phillips CLASS 1: 1. Levi Runnion; 2. Joe Phillips; 3. Travis Gregg CLASS 2: 1. Levi Runnion; 2. Joe Phillips; 3. Travis Gregg LIVE HORSE SHOEING: 1. Travis Gregg; 2. Joe Phillips; 3. Levi Runnion OPEN (DIVISION 3) JASON HILL: First place in Eagle Eye, Class 1 and 2, and Live shoeing CLASS 3/EXTRA PAIRS CLASS: Jessica Kubiak, Mike Augenstein OPEN 2 MAN DRAFT: 1. Levi Runnion, Travis Gregg; 2. Ryan Stoops, Andrew Mueller; 3.: Jason Hill, Carter Purvis BEST SHOD FOOT: Jason Hill

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Weed-Free Feed Responsible Options for Happy Horses and Healthy Trails

by Robert Eversole

ou’ve probably come across terms like ‘weedfree feed’ or ‘certified weed-free forage’ when feeding your horses and mules. Whether it’s a requirement or only recommended in the areas where you ride, it’s essential to understand what these feeds are, and which ones meet the necessary criteria. Let’s dive into why weed-free feed is important, its role in combating invasive species, and how it keeps you out of trouble with the authorities while ensuring your animal’s well-being during your outdoor escapades. The Impact of Invasive Species: Invasive species are a serious concern in the 21st century, and they’ve made their way into all 50 states. Their economic impact is estimated to be a staggering $138 billion annually. As a result, federal and state agencies have taken a firm stance against them, which unfortunately affects recreational stock users like us. Despite studies showing that stock use has a minimal chance of spreading noxious weeds, strict laws have been implemented. Violating these rules can result in hefty fines of up to $10,000 or a cozy jail cell for six months. Research and Compliance: To avoid having an enjoyable camping trip cut short by an unexpected fine, doing your homework before leaving home is crucial. Look into the requirements of the area where you plan to ride and ensure you understand how to comply. Many National Forests, BLM areas, and National Parks on the west coast require some form of weed-free certification. Even some state parks have adopted it for their areas. Check out the agency’s website for specific rules and regulations for your chosen location.

Types of Weed-Free Feed: Several types of feed meet the certification requirements. The North American Weed Management Association (NAWMA) has established standards for unprocessed hay (forage) and processed feeds such as cubes and pellets. Let’s explore the advantages and disadvantages of each option so that you can make an informed decision based on your preferences and the needs of your animals. 1. Certified Noxious Weed Seed Free Hay: This type of hay is certified as free from noxious weed seeds. Look for bales with tags or unique color twine indicating that the state agriculture department has inspected their origins. Unprocessed hay has the benefit of longer fiber length, which keeps your animals’ digestive systems busy and warm during chilly weather. The downside? It can be heavy and bulky to transport. 2. Certified Weed-Free Hay Cubes and Pellets: These feeds are made by chopping, grinding, and pressure treating hay. Look for bags labeled with certification tags indicating compliance with the North American Weed-Free Forage Certification Program. Cubes and pellets offer less waste, easier packing and transportation, and increased digestibility compared to baled hay. Plus, a fifty-pound bag of pellets can last as long as a sixty or seventy-pound hay bale. Talk about convenience! S 3. Commercially Processed Feed Pellets or Rolled Grains:

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Weed-Free Feed (continued) These feeds are finely ground, heat-treated, and compressed into pellets. They provide a complete diet by balancing ground hay with grains for energy, vitamins, and minerals. The best part? You won’t need to pack additional supplements since the feed’s nutrient content is guaranteed. Choosing the Best Option: Now that you know the options, it’s time to select the feed that suits you best. Some riders prefer the familiarity of unprocessed forage, while others mix it up using a combination of hay, cubed hay, and commercially processed feed for a balanced diet. Whichever route you take, keep the certification tags or certificates with the feed in case a ranger or land manager wants to verify them. And keep in mind, if

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Northern Ohio Outlaws

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The October Northern Ohio Outlaw Custom Concho Bring on the Bling Shoot was our last shoot of the season but did not disappoint. We had sun, rain, heavy wind, rainbows, and good times! Congratulations to our moveups from the weekend! Dwayne Joyner, Sr. Mens 3 to Sr. Mens 4; Shan Hough and Jayne Maxwell, Ladies 3 to Ladies 4; Christy Burdick, Ladies 2 to Ladies 3; Barbara Swabowicz Sr. Ladies 4 to Sr. Ladies 5. Congratulations to all the winners from the weekend. SATURDAY WINNERS OVERALL: Audrey Stiegler RESERVE OVERALL: Chrissy Ramsey

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Pinto Horse Association of Ohio

Banquet Information Coming Soon PRESIDENT, Kaylee Clagett VICE PRESIDENT, Angie Wolfe SECRETARY, Leslie Watson TREASURER, Amy Leibold EMAIL, diamondkfarm20@gmail.com WEBSITE, www.ohiopinto.net

by Leslie Watson As the temperatures begin to fall and the horses are getting fuzzy, we realize that fall is upon us. The 2023 Pinto Horse Association of Ohio show season has come to an end. Overall the club had a very successful season and we are beginning to prepare for 2024. Our shows this year offered classes for solid and colored equines from miniatures to ponies to horses. Looking back to our August show held at Champion Center many high points were earned by our members.

OPEN SOLID MINIATURE: R Bar CS Skydancer, Edie Kuns OPEN PONY/MINIATURE: Another Lucky Night, Autumn Nelson AMATEUR PONY/MINIATURE: Another Lucky Night, Autumn Nelson YOUTH PONY/MINIATURE: Kim Bowers tied with Hunter Wolery YOUTH SOLID WALK/TROT 10 & UNDER: Miss Flamboyant, Bella Dillinger WALK TROT 10 & UNDER: Lacy Undies, Emallee Leitner WALK TROT 11-18: Judge Me Fancy, Faith Horn NOVICE AMATEUR: Krymsun Colored Rockies, Hannah Rus

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No Such Thing as an Equine Minimalist by Sarah Vas

y equestrian lifestyle has completely ruined me for air travel. Forget that my stomach hates turbulence and my ear drums crack and clog up on even short flights. Let’s ignore the hurried stress of arriving early enough to park a car, catch a transport bus to the terminal, muddle through security, and somehow manage to avoid TSA cavity searches. What I dread most is the packing. My husband travels for a living, often gone for a week at a time. For the life of me, I can’t grasp how he survives for seven or eight days out of a singular carry-on for clothing, toiletries and other trip needs. Granted, he wears a work uniform so his total volume is reduced. But I’m convinced he’s turning underwear inside out for the last couple days. I, on the other hand, am the consummate Over-Packer. He says I’d never

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hygiene? There’s no overnight horse show on the planet that only requires 3 ounces of hair products, roll-on deodorant, or liquid titanium makeup. Thus, even though I may only be flying to a friend’s house in Chicago for a holiday weekend, I still get the sweats trying to reduce my bathroom liquids into tiny leakproof 3-ounce-and-under flasks. And somehow, the aviation industry has figured out how to further restrict the threat of mini-bar-bottle-sized explosives. Enter the quart sized bag. I have to not only condense my volumes, but wrangle a Golden Ratio of hodge podge containers into a singular, sealed, clear plastic baggie. Heaven forbid I want to take some perfume or maybe a nail polish or two. Seriously, was it some FAA guys in middle management who invented the Men’s All-InOne Body/Hair/Face/Backside/ Car Interior/Black Mold/Mouth Wash product line? My hubby knows by now. Some of my beauty aids are going into his half empty baggie. He and the TSA agents share an eye roll as his drag queen toiletries goes through security x-ray. Next comes the luggage. My husband’s goal is to avoid the extra checked baggage fees by only taking carry-ons. A horse show pack of mine looks more like a mercenary’s year-long expedition around the world. I have specific totes and trunks for tack, tack drapes, tack hangers, tools, tape, tarps, tacos, tequila, table cloths, and toe warmers. Yet, when I’m getting from point A to point B via a magical flying bullet, a certain somebody doesn’t want to hear me whining about lost luggage (you know who…). He can pack for anything, anywhere in 20 minutes or less while I spend days mixing and matching outfits, rolling and folding, stuffing and swapping. I can’t even choose my carryon container until I’ve finalized the full contents of my trip pack. When I insist on adding some of my pile to his suitcase, I get the eye roll, too. There’s also the plan for the dirty clothes conveyance. Hubby’s penalty for checking bags is always jamming all our

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laundry into the checked suitcase bound for home. He doesn’t get how this further complicates my taking and wearing clothing I really like in case I never see it or that checked bag again. By aviation standards, one carry-on allowed actually means a small suitcase able to fit in the overhead plus a ‘personals bag’, which incidentally qualifies my backpack as such. I’ll stand over the entire contents of my vacation identity sprawled on the bed, deciding what to stash in my under-the-seat-in-front-of-me personal bag versus the stowedin-the-overhead carry-on. I really can’t reach the overhead compartment anyway nor would I because ‘contents may shift’ and I don’t want to be that passenger who gives someone a concussion while fetching my breath mints. Guaranteed, my backpack is stuffed so full, it’s too fat to fit under any airline seat. If my backpack refuses to shove all the way under the seat, I try to hide its breach of security with my feet. Yes, I’m that passenger feigning a search for headphones or chap stick when the flight attendants are making their final seat checks. I try not to haul that bag back up and out too often during the flight. Passengers get annoyed when I brace my feet against their seat backs for leverage. If only I could get the pilot to bounce the plane instead. Pop my bag out just like pumping the brakes on a horse crawled up in the hay manger going 70 on the interstate. I don’t remember a trip when my trailer wasn’t loaded full to the gills. Can you imagine not packing extra show clothes S November 2023

Tri-County Trail Association

Excited to Share Changes in 2024 PRESIDENT, Adam Brewer VICE PRESIDENT, Harley Miller SECRETARY, Cindy Krumm TREASURER, Beverly Mills WEBSITE, www.tri-cotrails.com

by Kelly Jo Heffner Welcome to November from everyone here at Tri-County Trail Association as another wonderful season is closing.

The events at Tri-County were again ones to make cherished memories. November is a month where we count our blessings and say thank you to all who have made an impact in our lives. From our wonderful members to our valued guests, thank you for being there for one of the greatest trail-riding horse clubs in Ohio. We would like to take this opportunity to send a heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated in any of our events, volunteered their time, or just passed on the information. It

truly takes many people to keep a club going. As the holiday season approaches, and we all celebrate Thanksgiving, it is once again the time of year to get the club dates together for next season. There were many changes made this year with trying to be a little more digitized in the computeroriented world, and many more changes hopefully to come! Keep an eye out for some of the updates and changes. The schedule of events for Tri-Co will be finalized at the meeting at

the beginning of November and be in the Tri-County Trailways newsletter. Hope to see everyone at one of the 2024 events! The 2023 season at Tri-Co has had many ups and downs and many changes happening in the campground. Many people have pulled together to get these changes in effect. There will be many more changes to come within the club, and we are excited to be sharing those changes with all of you in the 2024 season! Happy Thanksgiving to all!

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.

Equine Minimalist (continued) for a trip? A fresh shirt for the jump off. A spare pair of jodphurs or chaps in case it rains. Hunt boots, muck boots, sneakers, flip flops, barn boots, and that fancy pair you only get to wear at big, exciting horse shows so people know you aren’t just the help but in fact, an honest-to-goodness grown up with a job and a life and clean clothes that fancy people wear. I don’t dare get into

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the More-Is-More Quarter Horse circuit. Hubby draws the line at security pat downs on account of his carry-on stuffed full of blingy belts and rhinestone studded blue jeans. Sarah Vas, a second-generation horsewoman, writes about her decades of adventure and mayhem among several breeds and disciplines, and countless

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Corral Calendar 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”. 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 NOV. 2-16 — 50th Anniversary North American International Livestock Exposition, Kentucky Exposition Center, 937 Phillips Lane, Louisville, KY. FMI: livestockexpo.org 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 — 140th National Horse Show’s Barn Night and Grand Prix, Kentucky Horse Park Alltech Arena, Lexington, KY. FMI: nhs.org NOV. 4 — Show N’ for Logan Benefit Horse Show, 5 p.m., Madison County Fairgrounds Indoor Arena, 3237 Old Kentucky Highway 52, Richmond, KY. FMI: Kathy, 859-314-2882 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 — Winter Wednesday Barrel Jackpot Series, Treharne’s Training Center, 49053 Fredricktown Clarkson Rd., Negley, OH. FMI: 330-692-1271, dtttrainingcenter@ gmail.com NOV. 8 — Weekday Warriors Fall Series, Copper Mare Ranch, 6090 N. State Route 53, Tiffin, OH. FMI: Grant Fatzinger, 567207-6339, coppermareranch@gmail.com NOV. 10-12 — Champions Ranch Horse Challenge, Champions Center Arena, Springfield, OH. FMI: www. championscenterarena.com NOV. 10-12 — Ranch Horse Association of Kentucky Show, Lakeside Arena, 1385 Duncan Rd., 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, www.smokeriseranch.com NOV. 12 — Blue Lakes Farm Winter Series Pleasure Show, 14037 Auburn Rd., Newbury, OH. FMI: 440-564-7303, bluelakesfarm.wixsite.com/website

NOV. 12 — Family Fun Show, Smoke Rise Ranch, 6751 Hunterdon Rd., Glouster, OH. FMI: 740-767-2624, smokeriseranch@ gmail.com, www.smokeriseranch.com NOV. 12 — Jim Sommers Benefit Show, Garwood Arena, 2538 Middleton Rd., Columbiana, OH. FMI: Lora, 412-956-3211 NOV. 15 — Weekday Warriors Fall Series, Copper Mare Ranch, 6090 N. State Route 53, Tiffin, OH. FMI: Grant, 567-207-6339 NOV. 18 — Blue Lakes Farm Winter Series Contest Show, 14037 Auburn Rd., Newbury, OH. FMI: 440-564-7303, bluelakesfarm. wixsite.com/website NOV. 18 — Tots and Trots, 12-2 p.m., Sapphire Sky Stables, 6810 Barrett Rd., Geneva, OH. FMI: Leanne, 440-813-9478 NOV. 18 — Bullen Equestrian Speed Show, Preble County Fair Expo Center, Eaton, OH. FMI: www.facebook.com/ bullenequestriancenter NOV. 18 — “No Stress” Horse Show, 9 a.m., Kentucky Cowtown Arena, 210 Wainscott Rd., Williamstown, KY. FMI: Amy Bailey, 859-801-6606 NOV. 18-19 — Champions Classic Series, 4122 Laybourne Rd., Springfield, OH. FMI: Kayla Ison, 937-207-1621, championscenterarena.com NOV. 18-19 — Cattle Sorting, 12 p.m., S&B Performance Horses, 4110 Snyder Road, Galion, OH. FMI: Samantha, 419-834-0327

Followed by Ponies & Horses Wayne County Fairgrounds

199 Vanover Street, Wooster, OH 44691

Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023 8:30 a.m. 12 p.m.

Tack & Equipment Mini Donkeys & Mini Ponies Horses & Ponies to follow.

MQHA 22ND ANNUAL NEW & USED TACK SALE Saturday, February 3, 2024 9 am - 4 pm MSU Pavilion

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 Nearby Places to Stay with proper ID. Out-of-State checks must Best Western (330) 264-7750 have letter of credit from your bank. Health Super 8 (330) 439-5766 papers required on out-of-state animals. Hampton Inn (330) 345-4424

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NOV. 21-25 — Red Hill Horse Camp Thanksgiving Ride, 4604 Red Hill Road, Livingston, KY. FMI: 606-308-5900, redhillhorsecamp.com NOV. 22 — Winter Wednesday Barrel Jackpot Series, Treharne’s Training Center, 49053 Fredricktown Clarkson Rd., Negley, OH. FMI: 330-692-1271, dtttrainingcenter@gmail.com NOV. 24 — The Shipshewana Day After Thanksgiving Horse Auction, 345 S. Van Buren St., Shipshewana, IN. FMI: 260-7684129, www.shipshewanatradingplace.com NOV. 24-25 — Success In Saddles, Trinity Farm, Clayton, IN. FMI: Mary Lynn Foster, 317-507-9372 NOV. 24-26 — Half Baked Series, Circle G Arena, Lewisburg, OH. FMI: On The Road With Dawn & Clea, 330-771-3205, ontheroadwithdawnandclea.com NOV. 24-26 — Cowboy Christmas Horse Show and Shopping, MSU Pavilion, Lansing, MI. FMI: 989-763-3276, cowboychristmas@yahoo.com NOV. 25 — Buckeye Mini Horse & Donkey Auction, Wayne County Fairgrounds, 199 Vanover St., Wooster, OH. FMI: Daniel Schrock Auctioner, 330-763-0905, schrocksauctioneering@gmail.com NOV. 25 — Henderon 500 Buckle Series, Henderson’s Arena, 739 Van Fosson West Rd., Jackson, OH. FMI: 937-728-9422

4301 Farm Lane Lansing, Michigan 48910 Visit the MQHA website homepage for reservation forms and additional information. Mail checks to: MQHA—Tack Sale PO Box 278 Greenville, MI 48838

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Corral Calendar Continued from page 34 NOV. 25 — Winter Series, Win-Seek Fallen Pines Equestrian Center (Indoor), Cortland, OH. FMI: 330-638-2255, win-seek.com NOV. 26 — West Branch State Park Bridle Trails Close, 9 a.m., 5570 Esworthy Rd., Ravenna, OH. FMI: www.facebook.com/ Portage-County-Ohio-Horseman-CouncilNEOTRA-194147080613531 DECEMBER 2023 DEC. 2 — Free Horsemen Helping Horsemen Educational Clinic, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Wanderlust Acres, 1920 Stephenson Mill Rd., Verona, KY. FMI: 859572-2600, www.nkhn.info DEC. 2-3 — Champions Classic Series, 4122 Laybourne Rd., Springfield, OH. FMI: 937207-1621, championscenterarena.com DEC. 3 — Fulton County OHC 8th Annual Cowboy Christmas Tack Swap 9 a.m., Live Auction 2 p.m., WB Ranch and Arena, 1640 Co. Rd. B, Swanton, OH. FMI: Kathy Brown, 419-283-5383, www.fcohc.com DEC. 8-10 — Half Baked Series, The Champion Center, Springfield, OH. FMI: On The Road With Dawn & Clea, 330-7713205, ontheroadwithdawnandclea.com DEC. 9 — “No Stress” Horse Show, 9 a.m., Kentucky Cowtown Arena, 210 Wainscott Rd., Williamstown, KY. FMI: 859-801-6606 DEC. 10 — Blue Lakes Farm Winter Series Pleasure Show, 14037 Auburn Rd., Newbury, OH. FMI: 440-564-7303, bluelakesfarm.wixsite.com/website DEC. 13 — Winter Wednesday Barrel Jackpot Series, Treharne’s Training Center, Negley, OH. FMI: 330-692-1271, dtttrainingcenter@gmail.com

DEC. 15-17 — AQHA/KYQHA Special Event Poles & Barrels, Briken Hill Arena, 1509 Red House Road, Richmond, KY. FMI: Kay Kass, 859-229-2416, kyhorseshowsec@gmail. com DEC. 16 — Blue Lakes Farm Winter Series Contest Show, 14037 Auburn Rd., Newbury, OH. FMI: 440-564-7303, bluelakesfarm. wixsite.com/website DEC. 16 — Tots and Trots, 12-2 p.m., Sapphire Sky Stables, 6810 Barrett Rd., Geneva, OH. FMI: Leanne, 440-813-9478 DEC. 16 — Kentucky ILHA Liberty Horse Club Liberty Clinic, Kentucky Cowtown Arena, 210 Wainscott Rd., Williamstown, KY. FMI: kentuckylibertyhorseclub@gmail.com DEC. 27 — Winter Wednesday Barrel Jackpot Series, Treharne’s Training Center, 49053 Fredricktown Clarkson Rd., Negley, OH. FMI: 330-692-1271, dtttrainingcenter@gmail.com DEC. 30 — Henderon 500 Buckle Series, Henderson’s Arena, 739 Van Fosson West Rd., Jackson, OH. FMI: Kelsie, 937-728-9422 JANUARY 2024 JAN. 6 — Blue Lakes Farm Winter Series Contest Show, 14037 Auburn Rd., Newbury, OH. FMI: 440-564-7303, bluelakesfarm. wixsite.com/website JAN. 6 — Rodeo, Garwood Arena, 2538 Middleton Rd., Columbiana, OH. FMI: garwoodarena.com JAN. 10 — Winter Wednesday Barrel Jackpot Series, Treharne’s Training Center, 49053 Fredricktown Clarkson Rd., Negley, OH. FMI: 330-692-1271, dtttrainingcenter@gmail.com

JAN. 14 — Blue Lakes Farm Winter Series Pleasure Show, 14037 Auburn Rd., Newbury, OH. FMI: 440-564-7303, bluelakesfarm.wixsite.com/website JAN. 20 — Henderon 500 Buckle Series, Henderson’s Arena, 739 Van Fosson West Rd., Jackson, OH. FMI: Kelsie, 937-728-9422 JAN. 24 — Winter Wednesday Barrel Jackpot Series, Treharne’s Training Center, 49053 Fredricktown Clarkson Rd., Negley, OH. FMI: 330-692-1271, dtttrainingcenter@gmail.com JAN. 26-28 — AQHA/KYQHA Special Event Poles & Barrels, Briken Hill Arena, 1509 Red House Road, Richmond, KY. FMI: Kay, 859229-2416, kyhorseshowsec@gmail.com JAN. 27 — Ashland Paint and Plain Saddle Club 13th Annual Swap Meet, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Ashland County Fairgrounds, Ashland, OH. FMI: Taylor Rebman, 419606-5164, taylor9377@gmail.com, www. ashlandpaintandplain.com JAN. 27 — Winter Series, Win-Seek Fallen Pines Equestrian Center (Indoor), 5022 Everette Hull Rd., Cortland, OH. FMI: 330638-2255, win-seek.com JAN. 28 — Monroe County 4-H Tack Sale, Crafts & Flea Market, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., First Merchant Expo Center Monroe County Fairgrounds, 3775 S. Custer Rd., Monroe, MI. FMI: Carla, 419-304-9217, monroecountytacksale4h@outllook.com FEBRUARY 2024 FEB. 3 — Blue Lakes Farm Winter Series Contest Show, 14037 Auburn Rd., Newbury, OH. FMI: 440-564-7303, bluelakesfarm. wixsite.com/website

FEB. 3 — Rodeo, Garwood Arena, 2538 Middleton Rd., Columbiana, OH. FMI: garwoodarena.com FEB. 11 — Blue Lakes Farm Winter Series Pleasure Show, 14037 Auburn Rd., Newbury, OH. FMI: 440-564-7303, bluelakesfarm.wixsite.com/website FEB. 14 — Winter Wednesday Barrel Jackpot Series, Treharne’s Training Center, Negley, OH. FMI: 330-692-1271, dtttrainingcenter@gmail.com FEB. 23-25 — AQHA/KYQHA Special Event Poles & Barrels, Briken Hill Arena, 1509 Red House Road, Richmond, KY. FMI: Kay, 859229-2416, kyhorseshowsec@gmail.com FEB. 24 — Rodeo, Garwood Arena, 2538 Middleton Rd., Columbiana, OH. FMI: garwoodarena.com FEB. 28 — Winter Wednesday Barrel Jackpot Series, Treharne’s Training Center, Negley, OH. FMI: 330-692-1271, dtttrainingcenter@gmail.com MARCH 2024 MARCH 2 — Blue Lakes Farm Winter Series Contest Show, 14037 Auburn Rd., Newbury, OH. FMI: 440-564-7303, bluelakesfarm. wixsite.com/website

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Ashland Paint and Plain Saddle Club

13TH ANNUAL SWAP MEET JANUARY 27, 2024 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. ASHLAND COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS Ashland, Ohio

ADMISSION FEE: Canned Goods or $2.00 suggested donation

• OVER 100 booths to shop from!

LIMITED SPO TS AVAILABLE!

• New and Used Tack will be available

Booth Spots: $25

• Food Booth on grounds

For more information or to reserve a booth contact: Taylor Rebman (419) 606-5164 call/text or email: taylor9377@gmail.com

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Knox County Horse Park

Enough Money Raised to Have Lights Installed Next Year PRESIDENT, Donny Cline VICE PRESIDENTS, Travis Ross and John Weekley TREASURER, Pam Niner SECRETARY, Madisyn Weekley CONTACT, dcline458@gmail.com FACEBOOK, Knox County Horse Park Inc

Hello Cowboys and Cowgirls. Here we are in November and the season has wound down. Thanks to the crew at the horse park; Travis, John, Pam, Madisyn, Linda, Janet, Colton, Claude,

Sue, Ken, Shelby, Rannay and Anna, who made everything run so well. Our September shows were very successful. Our Light Show raised enough money for us to buy the poles and hardware

needed to install the arena lights for the 2024 season. We had already purchased the lights themselves. We had three shows in October to finish out the year. I can’t believe it is over, but it has been

a good year for the park. Thanks everyone. ~Donny

Western Reserve Carriage Association

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Western Reserve Carriage Association (WRCA) had a lovely fall drive at Swine Creek Park in Geauga County on Sunday, Sept. 24. It was hosted by Ann Petersen. The day started by gathering in the shelter for our ever bountiful potluck. It was nice to see past president Don Dalton and Carm when they came for lunch. Nine turnouts took to the trails and roads to enjoy the park. November 12 is the end of the year party at Brushwood Lodge. November is the month for nominations. There will be a vacant spot on the board for a three year term. Please consider submitting your name to a board member if interested. If we have more than one person interested, there will be an election by the members. There is usually a meeting near the beginning of the new year to choose board positions. Further board business may be done via phone, email, or in person as needed—usually one or two throughout the year. We really welcome new people with new ideas! There are also appointed positions that are non board: events planning,

membership, Corral reporter, safety committee. Please consider helping your club with your talent! The current board has started planning for winter/spring events. February 4 is our first 2024 event. It will take place at Fieldstone Therapeutic Center in Chagrin Falls. John Stallard from the Carriage Association of America will be our speaker. In March or April we will have an educational event at Spencer Lake Farm. Michelle Lackey is doing a demo on connecting with your horse. May 10-11 Jerry Tripani will be offering the CAA Proficiency at Lake Farm Park. On May 12 we will have a Sporting Day of Traditional Driving. More information on these events in the future. Please consider hosting a drive in the next year. A place to park trailers and area to drive is really all that is important. A shelter is nice but not needed and we can help with portable potty rental if needed. If you have a suggestion for a field trip, speaker, or a topic, please share with a board member. This club is about you, for you and your equine partner!

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Mid-Ohio Marauders

Mid-Ohio Marauders The Marshal is Out of Town Shoots PRESIDENT, Tim Calvin VICE PRESIDENT, Missy DeForest SECRETARY, Judy Foster TREASURER, Laurie Maris PHONE, 740/206-7214 EMAIL, midohiomarauders@gmail.com WEBSITE, www.midohiomarauders.com

by Steve Keech 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. THE MARSHAL IS OUT OF TOWN I SATURDAY RESULTS: LIMITED WRANGLER, Braelyn Ringer; OPEN WRANGLER, Brylen Haller; LIMITED RIFLE, Caitlin Brohm; OPEN RIFLE, Caelan Garland; LIMITED SHOTGUN, Ryan Hirdes; OPEN SHOTGUN, JD Hughes; RESERVE SENIOR COWGIRL, Sabrina Lewallen; SENIOR COWGIRL, Kelley Forster;

JD Hughes, Kelle Winkle and Ryan Hirdes.

Stacy Thacker, David Mitchell and Kelley Forster.

RESERVE SENIOR COWBOY, Clayton Lightfield; RESERVE COWBOY, Cole Caster; SENIOR COWBOY AND OVERALL COWBOY, JD Hughes; RESERVE COWGIRL, Claudia Jenkins; OVERALL OVERALL, Stacy Thacker.

Look for the move-up dances on social media. Check out the CMSA website for complete results, https:// www.cmsaevents.com/events/ event.php?id=12174&show=p oints&group=Revolver&type= National 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!

THE MARSHAL IS OUT OF TOWN II SUNDAY RESULTS: LIMITED WRANGLER, Braelyn Ringer; OPEN WRANGLER, Hope Killey; SENIOR COWGIRL AND RESERVE COWGIRL, Kelley Forster; OVERALL COWGIRL, Stacy Thacker; RESERVE SENIOR COWGIRL, Marcy Luttrell; RESERVE SENIOR AND RESERVE COWBOY, Eric Nelson; SENIOR COWBOY AND OVERALL OVERALL, David Mitchell.

We also celebrated some move ups. Congratulations to Christine Duncan from L1 to L2 and Anthony Pinto from M1 to M2!

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s the weather starts to change and horses may be spending more time in their stalls due to colder days, freezing rain or snow, it’s time to ensure your horses stall is ready for additional usage winter often brings. Some horses love their stalls, while others are not as excited about being confined in a smaller space. Either way, there are things that you can do as an owner to make their space inviting, healthy and comfortable: Ventilation. When it’s cold out, it is instinctual to want to close the

barn tight to keep it as warm inside as possible, but when it comes to respiratory health of your horse, it can be detrimental. Dust, stall odors and even hay can contribute to respiratory issues. The best ventilation will allow the stale air to escape the barn without causing a draft. Ventilation strips under the eaves are a great option along with a ridge line down the center of the barn roof. Stall walls with bars will also maximize ventilation within the barn.

Stall Size. Horses need to be able to move around freely and lay down in their stalls without fear of getting cast. Most average horses do well in stall sizes of 12x12. Smaller equines can be comfortable in 12x10 or 10x10 stalls. If you have larger horses or a horse that primarily lives in the stall you may want to consider 14’ or 16’ options. Proper clearance overhead is also important for the safety of your horse and is recommended to be at least 12’ to prevent injury. Stall Flooring. Rubber stall mats are a great option any time of year,

but in the winter having a base under your mats helps keep the floor level, will help combat fatigue, and make cleaning stalls easier. Clean stalls thoroughly every day to avoid ammonia odors and help keep the stall dry. Bedding will also add a layer of warmth and absorption. Kiln dried bedding that is 100 percent pine is going to have the best absorbency and stall additives can be used to help control odor. The larger the flake, the more support and warmth the horse will gain from the bedding.

Fresh Water. Providing plenty of water for your horse is essential all year long, but as temperatures drop, it is critical that you have a way to keep the water from freezing. A thermal bucket is a great way to keep your water from freezing without needing electricity, because it surrounds the bucket with insulation and stabilizes the temperature. Heated buckets or tank heaters can keep water from freezing, just keep safety considerations in mind when using electrical products in a barn. Monitoring your horses’ water consumption in the winter is just as important as it is in the heat of the summer. Lighting. With the shorter, darker days, any bit of daylight that we get at the barn is precious. Having adequate lighting in the barn can make daily chores much easier and safer. Swapping out lighting to LED options can be not only energy efficient, but also safer because 40

the lights run cooler, posing less of a fire risk. Simple additions like motion lights or lighting on a timer can make going out to the barn safer both morning and night during the winter months.

Feeding for Warmth. Increasing forage as temperatures drop can help keep your horse warm. A shaggy coat or blanket can hide changes in weight, so make sure to check your horse often. Because the stall restricts the natural grazing nature of the horse, slow feed hay nets or stall floor feeders for hay can slow a horse down and mimic grazing. Feeding smaller quantities more frequently is also preferred to a twice daily feeding schedule. Implementing these practices will aid a horse’s digestion and help negate boredom. Enrichment. Providing toys, snacks and treats that engage your horse in the stall are a great way to curb boredom that can stem into behavior issues. Horses are social creatures and herd animals by nature. If they can see their neighbors in the barn or hang their head out of the stall, it can help relieve some anxiety for them. Most importantly, your horse still needs to get out and be exercised. If you don’t have a place where you can ride or turn out regularly, try hand walking and ground-work exercises. If you are looking for ways to improve your stalls before winter sets in, contact Cashmans Horse Equipment to see how they can help create an inviting space for your horse this winter. www.cashmans.com 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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Colorado Ranger Horse Association

50th National Show Results PRESIDENT, Toni Lukavich; 1ST VICE PRESIDENT, Charmaine Wulff; SECRETARY, Barbara Summerson; TREASURER, Jane Montgomery. WEBSITE, www.coloradoranger.com EMAIL, riderangerhorse@yahoo.com

by Monica Doddato The Colorado Ranger Horse Association’s 50th National Show was held Sept. 16-17, in Lock Haven, Pa. Congratulations to all the owners, exhibitors, and amazing horses! The 2023 CRHA National Show Performance Champions were as follow:

JOHN MORRIS MOST VERSATILE HORSE AWARD, PRR Zip N Brite Eyes owned and shown by Charmaine Wulff. GRAND CHAMPION LEADLINE, Caleb Worrell. RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION LEADLINE, Hayden Smith. GRAND CHAMPION JUNIOR YOUTH, Isabella LaCount; RESERVE CHAMPION JUNIOR YOUTH, McKenna Campbell. GRAND CHAMPION SENIOR YOUTH,

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The future of CRHA, 50th National Show Leadline Reserve Grand Champion Hayden Smith and Grand Champion Caleb Worrell. Eryn Hicks; RESERVE CHAMPION SENIOR YOUTH, Sophee Hazlet. GRAND CHAMPION GELDING, PRR Zip N Brite Eyes; RESERVE CHAMPION GELDING, KK Leggs Diamond. GRAND CHAMPION MARE, Fit To Be Dazzled; RESERVE CHAMPION MARE, Clearly Fashionable. GRAND CHAMPION STALLION, PRR Show Me the Cash; RESERVE CHAMPION STALLION, Lookin Pretty Awesome. GRAND CHAMPION GYMKHANA, Clearly Fashionable; RESERVE CHAMPION GYMKHANA, KK Leggs Diamond.

GRAND CHAMPION PLEASURE HORSE, PRR Zip N Brite Eyes; RESERVE CHAMPION PLEASURE, KK Leggs Diamond. GRAND CHAMPION ADULT WALK/ TROT, Lonny Lacount; RESERVE CHAMPION ADULT WALK/TROT, Jerry Lukavich.

The 2023 CRHA National Show Halter Champions were as follow: GRAND CHAMPION JUNIOR STALLION, Lookin Pretty Awesome owned by

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Rachel Barszczowski. RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION JUNIOR STALLION, NL Before The Snow owned Nicole Twiss. GRAND CHAMPION JUNIOR MARE, PRR Lil Money Maker owned by Alisha Bubb. GRAND CHAMPION JUNIOR GELDING, FR Show Me A Renegade owned by Frank Dean. GRAND CHAMPION STALLION, LastImperialSunDragon owned by Emily Bailey; RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION STALLION, PRR Show Me The Cash owned by Barbara Summerson. GRAND CHAMPION GELDING, PRR Zip N Brite Eyes owned by Charmaine Wulff; RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION GELDING, KK Leggs Diamond owned by Jerry & Tony Lukavich. GRAND CHAMPION MARE, PRR Bea My Guardian Angel owned by Kaydence Winkleman; RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION MARE, PRR Sissy Snow Brite owned by Rachael Barszczowski.

Congratulations to all the members who participated in this special event. Thank you to the CRHA board and officers, our sponsors and all our show volunteers who make the show a success. We look forward to seeing new and returning members at the 51st Colorado Ranger Horse Association National Show!

Wayne County Saddle Club

2023 Show Season Complete, Looking Forward to 2024 PRESIDENT, Keith Holcombe VICE PRESIDENT, Angie Didinger & Jaimie Horsky; SECRETARY, Tricia Crilow; TREASURER, Beth Eikleberry WEBSITE, www.waynecountysaddleclub.com

As you read this, the show season for 2023 at the ‘Hollow’ is “in the books.” In other words, the diverse season 2023 gave us is over. October events included the Roundup, a Sunday Fun Show, and the season finale of the Buckle Series complete with awards for that series. Also in October during a show where

our facility was rented, the arena record for the barrels was broken more than once. The new record, I believe, is 16.457 seconds. So, from local and beginning competitors to some pretty accomplished and competitive entrants it’s safe to say we experienced the full gamut of competition at the Hollow. Our mission is and has been to provide an opportunity for horse lovers to perform, watch and help. We reach locally to Wayne and surroundong counties, and on a wider geographic level, to all who want to come to the beautiful and excellent outdoor horse show facility we call the Hollow. Our officers and members can take pride in the fact that other organizations wish to use the

club grounds as well. We are also pleased with the production quality those folks bring with them. Thanks are in order to members and visitors for coming and enjoying this facility. Of course, as you read this it’s what I call the best time of the year for riding Ohio’s trails. The storm damage at the saddle club grounds still has the trails limited. Some of us plan/hope to get down trees cleared and reopen more trails this fall. And Ohio offers numerous places where folks like us can ride. I have ridden at Mohican a couple times late summer since recovering from my surgery and quite a few of their trails are open. I reckon it might be worth checking with local officials before travelling very far to ride. Like I mentioned earlier, the 2023 show season at the Wayne County Saddle Club is complete. There is more however! The annual banquet/election/awards with prizes and dancing caps off this year and ushers in 2024. The date is Jan. 13. The place is the Lighted Lantern near Fredericksburg, Ohio (2323

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Dunham Lane, Fredericksburg, 44627). Arrive for the carry-in dinner after 5:30 and eat at 6 p.m. Bring one hot and one cold dish. The club will provide meat, buns utensils, coffee and juice. Nominations are taken from the floor and we typically begin handing out awards while the vote for each office is counted. I should note that officers serve one year terms so we elect them each year. The youth director is also a one year term. Directors serve three year terms and two are elected each year. If you have questions please contact your favorite officer or director for more details. I wish to say thank you to our leaders and everyone who brought something to this really cool season at the saddle club. We volunteer our time and receive joy through that accomplishment. We definitely welcome all who wish to add their services to this great organization. Thanks for 2023; thanks for 2024! For whatever reason you come to the Hollow, you are welcome! Thanks and God bless, ~Stan

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Limiting Your Belief by Rob and Tanya Corzatt

uring the spring and summer, I had a training horse that was given to a young girl who takes lessons here. She has been aspiring for quite some time to show horses at two of our local fairs. The horse had been shown in years past by the previous owner’s children when they were young. The horse is now 18-20 years old and it was my understanding she had been a pasture pet for many years. When they got this horse home the young girl was excited to begin riding her. The family began bringing the horse to the lessons so I could work with both of them. Not too long after they started bringing her for their lessons, they asked about getting her in for training due to the challenges the horse was presenting the young girl while working at home. My heart went out to them, and I felt convicted to make it a priority to get their horse in as soon as possible. I began the horse’s training in early spring. The first fair was in August and the second was in September. Even though she had been shown in years past, I started her out as if she hadn’t had any prior training. We did a lot of softening exercises from the ground and then advanced to softening exercises on her back. I started her out in a mild snaffle bit and kept her in that for quite some time. Once she showed good progress, I began to transition her over to a drop shank bit that would be more appropriate for the fair. Early in this transition she displayed reactions that I felt were taking me into a possible dangerous, red zone. She started rearing up, threatening to buck and displayed other concerning reactions. My trainers, Jesse and Stacy Westfall, refer to a horse’s reaction as them asking questions. I totally respect, believe, and understand that. What was becoming uncomfortable to me was that her questions

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seemed to have foul language and incredible sass and it appeared to me she was making statements and not asking questions. I had a lot of questions and frustration, so Tanya and Rob Corzatt I decided to email Stacy hoping to gain more insight. A couple months had passed and I hadn’t heard from her so I decided to switch her back to the snaffle bit I was using at the beginning of her training. I felt she wasn’t going to accept the other bit because she seemed to appreciate the snaffle more. Unfortunately, I found out two days prior to the first fair that this duo would be disqualified in their classes because they did not meet the criteria to make the snaffle bit legal for their classes. I spoke with her parents regarding my discovery and it was decided that our number one priority was just to make it a safe experience for this young girl. Even though she was disqualified, both rider and horse had a safe and enjoyable experience. The second fair was just a month after the first one and during one of this young girl’s lessons with her horse she said to me, “Miss Tanya, I thought you were going to switch my horse to a drop shank bit.” I told her I wasn’t sure it was a safe thing for her, and we were going to stay with the original bit. But then I paused because I had a conviction and I told her I would try again. The next day I was listening to Stacy’s podcast and she began reading a question someone had sent to her… to my surprise it was mine! Stacy did not answer my question directly but referenced in the podcast how we can have a Limiting Belief. She explained that the Google definition of Limiting Belief is “A thought you think is true that limits your growth or development in a certain area.” I looked up more on this topic and found a quote by Louise Hay that stated “If you accept limiting belief than it will become truth for you.” Then it hit me hard…that is what I was doing! I was limiting the belief in the horse and limiting the belief in myself to be able to help her. I became more determined to reevaluate and make changes. Over the next four weeks the only bit I rode the horse in was a drop shank. I changed the way I listened to the horse and how I answered the questions she was asking. I began to see very positive changes. As a result, she was able to ride her horse with the drop shank bit at the second fair. This duo received one first place ribbon and a couple second place and third place ribbons. Needless to say, the young girl was happy, and so was I. Reflecting back on this experience, the biblical story in Matthew 14:27-32 that came to my mind was how Peter limited his belief when he stepped out of the boat to walk on the water to Jesus. He took his focus off Christ and began to sink. Jesus reached out his hand and caught him and said, “You of little faith, why did you doubt?” When researching this topic there were suggestions how to overcome and rewire our belief. We need to identify the limiting belief— challenge your belief—recognize potential damaging consequences —adopt a new belief—put it into practice. Jeremiah 29-11 says “For I know the plans I have for you”, declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” There are countless situations that can cause us to have a limiting belief in ourselves. The following verses have wonderful themes; Romans 12:2; we don’t have to follow the crowd—Psalm 23; He will walk with us and comfort us—John 1:12; God will be our family—Philippians 4:13; We are not powerless—John 3:16; We are loved and worthwhile. My friends, God wants to use us in a mighty way. Look up these verses for inspiration and as always, 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.

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Western Dressage

The Transformative Power of Harmony and Connection in Western Dressage: A Journey Towards Partnership by Kelley Bitter

elcome to the captivating realm of Western Dressage, where connection between horse and rider form the very essence of a profound bond. Today, we will delve deeper into the significance of attaining connection, unraveling how it develops to create a harmonious partnership. Join us on this journey as we explore how harmony and connection not only enhance the quality of the ride but also play a crucial role in judging Western Dressage performances, ultimately leading to the achievement of higher scores.

The Dance of Softness and Connection Imagine a dance, where the gentlest of movements and the subtlest of cues flow seamlessly between horse and rider. Softness represents the supple responsiveness of the horse’s body, where every shift of weight and flex of muscle is communicated with grace. Connection encompasses the mental and emotional rapport that forms between horse and rider, where trust, understanding, and unity flourish. Together, softness and connection paint a mesmerizing picture of partnership and harmony, creating an unbreakable bond built on empathy, communication, and respect.

Enhancing Communication and Responsiveness Connection sharpens a rider’s ability to communicate effectively, resulting in clearer cues and heightened responsiveness from the

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horse. Through the cultivation of connection, riders develop a keen awareness of their own body language, learning to convey subtle requests with precision and nuance. At the heart of connection lies the foundation of harmony. The horse, attuned to these refined cues, responds willingly and effortlessly, leading to a dance-like synchronization in the saddle.

Timing, Balance, and Harmony We can’t talk about connection without delving into the role it plays in achieving balance, timing, and coordination. Connection allows the rider to synchronize their aids seamlessly with the horse’s movements, ensuring perfect timing. As the rider maintains a steady rhythm and flow, balance is achieved, elevating the ride to a synchronized ballet of grace and beauty. The horse, in tune with the rider’s cues and balanced weight distribution, can perform intricate maneuvers with poise and fluidity.

Softness and Connection as Judging Criteria: In Western Dressage competitions, softness and connection are critical elements assessed by judges. These criteria reflect the level of trust, harmony, and communication between horse and rider. Judges evaluate the horse’s responsiveness to subtle cues, suppleness, relaxation, and overall willingness. A horse that moves with softness and connection demonstrates its trust in the rider, creating an engaging and visually appealing partnership. Scores awarded for softness and connection not only measure the technical aspects of the ride but also provide insight into the depth of the relationship forged between horse and rider. Let’s delve into how judges scores harmony and why it holds such significance in these disciplines. When it comes to judging Western Dressage, harmony is a crucial component that judges evaluate to assess the quality of the horse and rider partnership. But what exactly does harmony mean in this context? Harmony refers to the seamless connection, unity, and synchronization between the horse and rider throughout the performance. It encompasses various elements such as the horse’s attention and confidence, the rider’s ability to establish a rapport with the horse, lightness of movements, and acceptance of the bit. Judges carefully observe and assess these aspects to gauge the level of harmony achieved in each test. The Western Dressage Association of America (WDAA) outlines specific criteria for scoring harmony in Western Dressage tests. According to their guidelines, judges place greater emphasis on relaxation, submission, rideability, and pure gaits. They look for horses that willingly accept a light contact on the bit without tension or resistance, demonstrating a harmonious connection with the rider. Achieving softness and suppleness in the horse’s movements further enhances the overall sense of unity and harmony. In Dressage tests, judges employ a systematic approach to scoring harmony to ensure a level of objectivity. The harmony mark is not assigned until the entire test is completed. The judge’s overall impression of the horse and rider’s submission is considered, evaluating factors such as the horse’s willingness to respond to the rider’s aids and the rider’s ability to communicate effectively. It’s important to note that while harmony is a subjective assessment, judges strive to maintain consistency in their evaluation. They draw upon their expertise and experience to assess the level of connection and unity between horse and rider based on established judging criteria. Riders should aim to showcase a partnership that reflects a deep understanding, trust, and synchronization. So, how can riders improve their harmony scores? Developing a strong foundation of trust and communication with the horse S

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is key. Riders should focus on cultivating softness and suppleness in their horse’s movements through exercises such as bending, flexing, and lateral movements. These exercises promote relaxation, responsiveness, and a willingness to engage with the rider’s aids, contributing to a more harmonious partnership. In addition to technical proficiency, riders should also strive to create an overall impression of unity and connection during their performance. This can be achieved through consistent rhythm, balance, and a clear line of communication between horse and rider. Attention to detail in both the precision of movements and the presentation of the ride can also enhance the harmony score. Ultimately, achieving a high harmony score in Western Dressage or Dressage tests requires a deep understanding of the horse’s needs, effective communication, and a strong sense of unity between horse and rider. By continuously refining their skills and maintaining a harmonious partnership, riders can aim for improved scores and a more rewarding and fulfilling experience in these disciplines.

The Journey Towards Higher Scores Understanding the importance of softness and connection in judging Western Dressage empowers riders to strive for higher scores. By focusing on developing a deep connection with their horses and cultivating softness in their rides, riders can enhance their performance and presentation in the competition arena. Consistent practice, dedication to clear communication, and a commitment to building trust and unity with the horse will undoubtedly yield remarkable results.

Practical Exercises for Attaining Softness and Connection Let’s dive into a series of practical exercises that will guide you towards cultivating softness and connection in your own riding: 1. Groundwork for Trust: Begin by engaging in groundwork exercises such as leading, lunging, and yielding, which foster trust, respect, and effective communication between horse and rider. These activities lay a solid foundation for softness and connection in the saddle. 2. Suppling Exercises: Incorporate suppling exercises that promote flexibility and responsiveness. Bending, flexing, and lateral movements encourage the horse to yield to pressure and respond willingly to your aids. Start with gentle, gradual movements and progress as your horse becomes more supple. 3. Rhythm and Timing: Focus on maintaining a steady rhythm throughout your ride, as it establishes the foundation for harmony. Develop impeccable timing in your cues, ensuring they align with your horse’s movements. Repetition and consistency in your aids will reinforce the connection between you and your equine partner. 4. Breathing and Visualization: Practice deep breathing exercises to cultivate a calm and centered state of mind. As you ride, visualize the softness and connection flowing effortlessly between you and your horse. Imagine a flowing river, where each movement is carried with grace and harmony.

their partnership. As riders embark on this journey towards softness and connection, they open themselves up to a world of grace, beauty, and higher scores, where the dance between horse and rider becomes an awe-inspiring spectacle of mutual respect and understanding. At Eagles Nest Equestrian we believe that achieving balance and harmony in the saddle goes beyond just physical training. It involves strengthening your mental health, sharpening your focus, and developing a deeper connection with your horse. Kelley Bitter is an experienced riding instructor who has been teaching riders for over 15 years. Her passion for horses and her dedication to helping riders achieve their full potential sets her apart from others in the field. But what truly sets Kelley apart is her expertise in mental coaching. With her unique approach, Kelley helps riders overcome their mental blocks and improve their mental toughness, leading to better performance and greater confidence. Eagles Nest Equestrian, we understand the importance of having a strong mental game. Our services are designed to help riders connect with their horses on a deeper level and achieve greater control and harmony while riding. Through Kelley’s guidance, riders not only improve their physical skills but also their overall mental health. Don’t just take our word for it. Many successful riders have worked with Kelley and have seen tremendous growth and success. Take, for example, Monica who came to Kelley feeling nervous and unconfident in her riding abilities. After working with Kelley, Monica has developed a stronger bond with her horse and has started winning competitions. Another rider, Molly struggled with maintaining focus during competitions. Kelley’s mental coaching helped Molly stay calm and focused during his rides, leading to a significant improvement in his performance. Kelley’s online presence on social media platforms like her Facebook page and websites like www.theconfidentrider.com and www.horsehappyhour.com provide a wealth of information about our services, as well as testimonials from satisfied clients. If you’re ready to take your riding to the next level, look no further than Kelley Bitter. Contact us today to schedule your first session.

Conclusion Softness and connection lie at the heart of Western Dressage, forging an unbreakable bond between horse and rider. Through trust, empathy, and effective communication, riders can unlock the transformative power of softness and connection, elevating their rides to new heights of harmony and unity. In Western Dressage competitions, these qualities are not only cherished but also evaluated by judges, offering riders an opportunity to showcase the depth of

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Ohio Western Horse Association

Thank You to All Those Who Helped with the Fall Round Up PRESIDENT, Marc Beck VICE PRESIDENTS, Loretta Rudasill, Renee Liedel SECRETARY, Jonda Cole TREASURER, Eric Haudenschield WEBSITE, www.owha.org

Greetings Corral readers! It seems that all of sudden the air has turned chilly and the leaves are so many beautiful shades of brown. We welcome November and the fast-approaching holiday season, but before all the festivities begin look back on this year and remember all the things, we are grateful and most thankful for. We know every show season has its up and downs and for Ohio Western Horse Association (OWHA) the weather played a major impact on our shows with many being cancelled. So here at OWHA we would like to extend a most gracious thank you to all our supporters and participants who came and showed and created long lasting memories this 2023 show season. Our Annual Fall Round Up

took place the weekend of Sept.22-23 at Champaign County Fairgrounds in Urbana. The weather was cooperative and we were very grateful for that. Our Youth Team Tournament kids are amazing and did such a wonderful job. Congratulations to our first place team that consisted of Kenzie Spradlin, Callie Pope and Kaylee Schlechty. Our second place team was Shelby Spradlin, Lauren Mills and Kaylee Schlechty. Our third place team was Maddie Gossard, Easton Haundenschield and Michaela Haundenschield. The fourth place team was Harley Mertz, Renee Sweigart and

Brooke Craft. The fifth team was Addie Stevens, Addy Stevens and Lily Ridenour. In addition to our Team Tournament winners, we would like to congratulate our Highpoint adult winners. The Adult Highpoint Contester was Kade Stump and our Highpoint Pleasure winner was Wilma Fox. Thank you for joining us at our 2023 OWHA Fall Round Up. Fall Round up takes many workers to make it a smooth running and enjoyable show. We can’t thank those members enough who stepped up and put on a great end of the year show. OWHA would like to recognize Weston Haundenschied and

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MEMBERSHIP Catherine Estill 513/319-2517 membership@ohconline.com

OHC COUNTY LINES EDITOR Martie Ackerman 713/553-9644 countylineeditor@ohconline.com

Greetings From Your President The OHC mid-winter meeting and training seminars will be on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024, at the Hilton Doubletree Hotel

in Newark, Ohio. The hotel is very close to the Elks Club where we hold the State General Membership meetings.

I hope that many of you will be able to join us. We will host a day of informative seminars for chapter officers. The winter

Just a few of the riders who joined for the day.

Facebook page is a fantastic way to contact us; search Ohio Horseman’s Council Ashtabula Chapter. Another option is to attend a meeting. We have our meeting the first Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. Looking forward to updating you all on our next round of adventures! ~Katherine Ring

meeting is a great opportunity to meet other OHC members from across the state. ~Eric Estill

County Lines ASHTABULA It is an honor to belong to such an amazing group of people. The Ashtabula OHC along with two other local horse clubs put on a benefit show to help support one of our members. The morning of the show started off with four stages of mounted shooting. We had just over 30 riders join us. The afternoon kicked off a fantastic fun show. A few of the classes had over 21 riders. It was amazing to see how our local horse community came out to support each other. Many not only rode to show support but also donated items for our raffles

Christy Burdick during one of the shooting stages.

A glimpse of the amazing donations to the raffles and silent auctions. November 2023

as well as their time. Others showed support by purchasing food from the concession while they enjoyed being part of the cheering section. It sure was fun watching everyone ride their hearts with nothing to gain but some bragging rights. All in all, it was a very long day but to say it was awesome is an understatement. The horse community can really pull together when another is in need. Members met to ride and use the Pierpont arena before our monthly meeting. We had riders come. The month of October was plenty filled. Some attended the Cleveland Beach Ride and we are excited to hear about their experiences. A large number of club members joined up with other OHC members for the Tri-County Trail Association Halloween Ride. Some of us attended last year for the first time. It was such a good time we knew we would be back. Horses, food, friends, and campfires always means a good time. Check back next month as there will be plenty to share and update on. If you are ever in our area and want to ride, learn more about who we are, or what we do please reach out to us. Our

CLARK Clark County had absolutely perfect weather for our fall Oktoberfest. It took place Sept. 29 and Oct. 30 at Buck Creek State Park. We enjoyed trail riding and a contest of who could collect the most bats hidden in trees. I admit they were hidden a little too well and it took some keen eyes to find them. Chris Price and Becky Porter tied for first place with six bats each. They got to pick their choice of prizes. Judy Coucher made a delicious Bavarian kraut with sausages and lots of sides and plenty of desserts were also provided. That evening six adventurous riders saddled up and added glow sticks to their mounts for a moonlight ride. Nature provided us with a beautiful harvest moon and we rode for an hour enjoying the dark and night time noises. It had cooled off quite a bit and there was a roaring fire waiting when we returned and a great horned owl provided a welcome back hooting. The deadline for the Bingo card is approaching. Have you been completing some of the tasks? There are prizes for just handing in the card! I am sure

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Clark County OHC everyone has completed some of the activities. The Christmas party is planned for Sunday, Dec. 10 and detail of location will follow so be sure to check your email. Our next meeting will be Wednesday, Nov. 8 at a location to be determined. Come ride with Clark County! ~Jonna Ledyard CLERMONT Greetings from your friends at Clermont County Chapter. Where did the summer go? It doesn’t seem possible we are already into October as I 51

County Lines write this article. The cooler temperatures have already caused our horses to begin to get furry. As repairs continue to our trails at East Fork, we are looking forward to our Camp and Ride Oct. 12-15 at East Fork Special Events lot. By the time this article reaches our readers, that event will be in our history. Details from the event will follow next month. Trail repairs will continue as funds, weather, and time permits. We are continuing to work toward covering the large stone placed on the yellow trail where the tire dump was removed by the EPA. Watch our Facebook page for details for a Veterans Ride and lunch on the trail Nov. 11. Just a reminder, our November meeting will be held at the East Fork State Park office, on Elklick Road on Nov. 6 instead of Nov. 7, due to elections. We will hold elections of officers for 2024. Come out and support those stepping into office for 2024. I personally had the pleasure of riding Big South Fork with 109 other riders at the Sheltowee Trail Ride the last week of September. Riders from 27 states rode 55 miles, in four days, with one day of not riding due to rain. What a great group of riders! It was one of the best organized rides I’ve been on. Hope everyone is enjoying riding with cooler weather on our calendar. Ride safe, until next time, and God bless everyone. ~LaWana Bogard

Casyn Lamb and Makayla Krazl taking Skyla for her first ever ride at Hueston Woods.

Lauren McCleary out on the trail at CCSP.

CLINTON Hello fellow horseman/woman. As you see by our photos I am focusing on the kids. I feel having kids involved with horses and animals in general is so important. It not only teaches them responsibilities but it keeps them out of mischief! Teaching your youth about caring for animals is so educating for them, the feeding, grooming, and cleaning. Then most important of all is riding and becoming one with your horse. I remember my first horse at 12 years old, jumping on and riding it was amazing; it filled my heart and fueled my passions for the love of the horse. What amazing clubs and organizations we have out there; of course, OHC, 4-H, FFA, Ohio Jr. Rodeo, and many more! But best group of all is family—moms, dads and grandparents teaching our 52

we all love so much and some of the prettiest with all the colorful leaves. I am happy to report that our club had a great turn out for our hog roast. We appreciate everyone who came out to help support our fundraiser. A big thanks to all who helped set up, tear down, collect money, sell tickets, etc. A special thanks to John and Lisa Kreis for taking care of running the auction and John Bash for cooking the hog, as always it was delicious! A lot of effort goes into planning this event and we are so grateful to all who showed up. The trails were in great shape and still are so get out there and enjoy them. Stay safe and watch for bees! ~Gigi Hartman

Coshocton County OHC Makayla and Zack at fair 2023. Makayla was voted as FFA Queen Butler County. youth about how to care for and handle livestock. Get your young ones involved to carry on the horsemanship traditions. Note: See that all the kids have helmets on, we are all for helmets and safety. This also is a great thing to teach our young riders on trai, safety, and trail manners, and the best way to teach this is by setting an example! Fall is here—riding season, hoping to get a few more campouts in and enjoy the fall colors! Take a kid riding and see the future, ~Susan (Sue) Lamb COSHOCTON Hello fall! It’s the time of year

CUYAHOGA Our Cuyahoga, Medina, Summit County State Ride at the Cleveland Metroparks South Chagrin Polo Field was a great success. It was fun working with members of these three counties and getting to know each other better. Tasks were divided and carried out well. Thanks go to the committee and all the others who came by to pitch in. What a great group of people we had involved! The weather was perfect, the campfires fun, the food delicious, the friendships perfect! Our Cleveland Metroparks Mounted Police Unit presented a clinic to help all those wanting to ride in parades or just be safer when encountering obstacles on trail. Working in pairs with flags, noise and contests, everyone

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learned something to help themselves and their horses. Even if it was that their horse was not ready for this clinic. Trails were signed and flagged and the maps were color coded and we also had trail guides for those signing up. The area was left spotless and we can be proud of the fun we provided for the weekend. Thanks also to those attending who kept the area cleaned up. We still would like comments and suggestions if you attended so we know where we might improve if we do this again. A word of caution as I climb on my soap box. There are people who have been saved from serious injury by wearing a helmet and a Hit-Air Vest. But know that if you use these items there is a wear and tear caution to them. Helmets of course must be replaced about every five years or so and right away if you go off and hit your head. They can sustain damage and not be able to protect you if damaged, and the damage need not be visible. Vests also have a five-to-sixyear limit and must be treated with care and not tossed on the ground or abused. Hang them up on a hanger after you ride and if you go off and the vest deploys it may sustain damage from stones or roadways. It is best to have it checked, or check it yourself, to be sure you have not put a small hole in it. Like a balloon it can’t inflate if there is a hole. Treat these items as you would any fine piece or item you own. Sure, they are expensive but ambulance runs, hospital stays, help to care for your farm, family and horses while you are recuperating from broken bones or worse may mean you are never the same. We spend a ton of money on our horses for feed, fly spray, shampoo, supplements, treats, hay bags, saddle pads, vet bills, farriers, tack, housing, or board. Why should we hesitate spending money to protect our bodies so we can continue to care for our horses and our families. I know of personal stories where the doctors have said “you would not be alive if not for your vest or helmet”. We all trust our horses (well maybe not all, but most of us) but they can fall or spook, even the most trustworthy, just because they are horses. Have you ever read the equine liability warning signs? Yet we get on the backs of these magnificent creatures of prey without hesitation. I went off my horse November 2023

County Lines this spring and he is one I trust completely. Circumstances were such that it was overwhelming with traffic, six motorcycles behind us, 10 bicycles in tandem passing us fast, muscle cars revving the engine, and no one stopped to let us cross the road at the intersection. After we managed all that and just got back into the woods a loose dog jumped out and surprised us. It was just too much to handle. My brave dependable horse did a 360 and I was launched hitting the ground hard. But my fall was well cushioned by my vest. I felt the padding around my neck, ribs and back. I was also told how lucky I was. Sure, my leg was bruised, my knee hurt but my back was not broken and I lived to ride another day. A man who owned a motorcycle stopped to help me and was so impressed that I was not hurt, took the vest information (Hit-Air make motorcycle vests also) and he plans to purchase one. End of lecture. ~Penny Passalacqua DEFIANCE Greetings from Defiance. With fall here and so many rides scheduled our chapter members were all over the place and hard to keep up on everyone from doing Labor Day parades, trips to Shawnee National Forest, Grand Canyon, Montana, Kentucky and West Virginia. Our younger members are wrapping up the fair season and raking in ribbons and trophies. We must encourage and support our youth of today because they are the future of tomorrow. Please browse our OHC Facebook page to see more pictures and what our members are doing and the places they go. The Van Buren Regional State ride was a blast once again this year and I’m already thinking

Asher Rohrer riding in his local Labor Day Parade in Oakwood. November 2023

Tabitha OBrians mare giving the perfect moment for starting off the fall season. about fun trail games for next year’s ride. With the summer ending and fall here, the weather brings color and fog which make for cool horse pictures that are really unique. I think OHC should host some photo contests throughout the year for members since we all love to take pictures of our horses and show them off. I hope everyone is taking advantage of the chances you get to ride and to encourage horse people to support and join your chapters. Happy Trails. ~Brandy Roughton DELAWARE Greetings from your friends in Delaware chapter! Although the end of the year is almost here, our club members have continued to enjoy many opportunities for fun and camaraderie with fellow horse enthusiasts. Our traditional fundraising event, ‘Autumn at Alum Campout and Trail Ride’ was held the second weekend of September. Terrific weather, superb trail conditions, delicious food, and lively entertainment, all combined for a successful and memorable weekend. In addition, a special recognition ceremony was held Friday evening to celebrate and

Mary Chmielewski, crew leader, retires.

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Theresa wins third prize in the chili cookoff at Mohican.

Riding Winterhawk West trail. thank our trail maintenance crew chief, Mary Chmielewski, for her years of leadership and tireless efforts on behalf of Alum Creek bridle trails. Although retiring as crew chief will afford her much deserved time in the saddle, Mary plans to continue to join her fellow trail crew volunteers on their Tuesday workdays. Proceeds generated from our Autumn at Alum are put towards trail maintenance projects at our adopted park, Alum Creek State Park. As the saying goes, “many hands make light work” and our members deserve a huge thank you for their support, time, and effort to make our festivity a success. A special thank you to our secretary Bobbi Arters, for all her help with the behind-thescenes preparation work for our event. Lastly, thank you to our sponsors and donors (members and businesses alike) for their contributions to our fundraising efforts. Your generosity is very much appreciated. Last month’s meeting featured a field trip to members, Rob and Tanya Corzatt’s Cowboy Perseverance Ranch in Marengo, Ohio. At the time of this column’s submission, this event had not yet taken place. I will be sure to share highlights from this outing in next month’s issue. Likewise, our chapter held our Fall Foliage Ride at Alum Creek, Maple Glen bridle trail on Oct. 14. More about this event in next month’s issue.

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Our November meeting is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 3 beginning at 7 p.m. at the Kilbourne United Methodist Church, Kilbourne, Ohio. Light refreshments will be available. Come early to visit with friends before the meeting. The focus of our agenda will be the election of our chapter officers for 2024. Nominations for officer positions can be submitted to any current chapter officer or put forth during the meeting prior to the actual vote. If you have ever considered volunteering for a position, now is your opportunity! Let’s work together to support Delaware chapter’s welcoming, enthusiastic, fun, and supportive group of horse enthusiasts and bridle trail stewardship. In closing, do not forget to submit your trail mileage and/ or saddle hours for 2023 to Theresa Burke by Dec. 31. Mark your calendars to attend our Christmas party, Friday, Dec. 1, beginning at 7 p.m. at Kilbourne UMC. Come wearing your ‘ugly’ Christmas sweater for a chance to win a prize! Enjoy a delicious potluck and lots of laughter participating in our ‘secret Santa gift steal’. Watch for more details coming soon in our chapter newsletter. Wishing all my Delaware friends a blessed and Happy Thanksgiving! ~Theresa Burke ERIE Greetings from Erie County! I hope everyone is enjoying the great fall weather, it has been beautiful. Our annual Poker ride was a lot of fun and a great success! Camping overnight was a favorite again this year. Smokey Road and Mason Road were lined up with rigs and horses. A big thanks goes out to our parking committee. From

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The Poverty String Band.

Fulton County OHC recognized as HHYEC supporter.

Ron riding at the HHYEC ride a thon.

Poker ride winners. parking rigs to holding horses, they helped wherever they could. What a team! This year’s Poker Ride winners were as follows: Youth, Ava Kenyen; Woman, Annette Overmeyer, and Men, Jimmy Gonzales. Door prizes, 50/50 raffle and a ticket auction added to the entertainment all the while listening to music by DJ Dan. Great weather, food and fellowship makes a great weekend. Erie Metro Parks Osborne Fall Fest was attended by members of Erie County who had a petting zoo for all to enjoy. New this year was ‘Paint the Ponies’. Their gentle touches left their mark in many colors. The NW Regional OHC ride was held at Van Buren State Park. What a beautiful weekend. Awesome food, smoked brisket, cowboy beans and the largest pot of chili were on the top of my list. Campfires, friends, and horses, what more do you need? A great time was had by all. Happy Thanksgiving everyone! See you at the Coupling on meeting nights. Life is better on the trail! ~Shelley Hayes FAIRFIELD If you did not attend Fairfield’s OHC State Ride at Scioto Trails this year, you missed a great time. We had an entire weekend of activities including: a couple free meals, live music, a poker run, cookie/brownie cooking contest, door prize drawing, 54

Linda Emke of with the white oak tack box she won. silent auction and of course plenty of riding. This year’s ride was the largest yet, with 43 rigs in camp. The live music headliner was The Poverty String Band. They are a trio of men from southern Ohio that play a variety of instruments plus sing a wide range of music. It doesn’t get any better than sitting around a campfire listening to great music. We held a special raffle this year as part of our fundraising efforts to support this ride. One of our members, Ray Smalley made and donated a white oak tack box to be raffled off. Linda Emke won the box. Her winning ticket was purchased at the Central Regional ride. The Scioto ride is held every year on Labor Day weekend, if you missed out there is always next year. Mark your calendar now. Our last scheduled ride for the year was our Halloween Ride at Hocking Oct. 5-9. There were lots of fun activities at this ride including a trailer decorating contest, a costume contest and our first attempt at practicing some steer roping. To finish off the year, our annual Christmas party is scheduled Dec. 3. As always feel free to contact us if you are interested in learning more about the Fairfield chapter or if you want to learn more about our activities. ~Tanna Rhoads FULTON The weather was wonderful in September for riding! Our trail riders and campers made

Larry sporting his new hat at Oaktoberfest. trips in Ohio to Edison Woods Metro Park, Cowboy Larry’s in Hocking Hills State Forest, Mohican State Park for the state ride and chili cook off, Van Buren State Park for the NW region state ride and White Star Park for the Sandusky County poker run; Come Again Horse Camp in Indiana; and Kensington Metro Park and Waterloo in Michigan. There were also a couple of fun-filled weekends at Reed Road Ranglers including our Oaktoberfest event Sept. 29 to Oct. 1. The state ride at Van Buren was fantastic! Twenty-five of our members attended; some people camped for the weekend, some did day rides and some went to hang out and enjoy the festivities. It was full of activities for all ages and energy levels, and the food was awesome as always. The trails were amazing and it was obvious that a lot of work had been done on them. The work crews should be commended. Our Octoberfest event at Reed Road was the best attended event of the month with 60 members and guests at the dinner, brief chapter meeting and dessert auction on Saturday. The weather was perfect for camping and day riding which were enjoyed by many. Elections were held; actually, the current officers were nominated and ran unopposed so it really wasn’t an election, more of a resolution. President Jack Collins, Vice President

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Kathy Brown, Secretary Tammy Royer and Treasurer Jo Neeley will carry on with volunteer coordinator Lisa Line and party coordinator Sandy Bernthisel continuing in their roles as well. To end the weekend, many members went to the Harry Hughes Youth Equestrian Center for the annual ride a thon and their 50th anniversary celebration. In spite of dense fog in the morning which lasted until 10 a.m., they had a rather robust turnout. The trail riding was great and there were a lot of people on the trails. Then we were all fed lunch and there was a presentation where they recognized outstanding supporters of the organization, their mission and facility. The Fulton County and Defiance County chapters of OHC were recognized as well as Jack Collins, Al Staler and Sue and Phil Ruetz. There was also a 50/50 raffle and raffle for prizes. This event is the main fundraiser for Harry Hughes YEC and many look forward to it every year. Our next chapter meeting will be in November. We are currently trying to find a location to hold our meetings from November to spring as the place that we were holding them is no longer open on Mondays. It’s been great having our meetings at Reed Road while it’s been warm and the turnout has been really good there. We need to find a different place or change our meeting night. 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. ~Kathy Brown November 2023

County Lines GALLIA Wow, the seasons are changing. It’s supposed to be 60 this Saturday, Oct. 7. The Meigs Chapter is having its yearly fundraiser ride. The Festival of the Leaves. Some of our club members will be attending. We just had the Shriners Ride Sept. 23. Our club helps out with the trails. Mainly Eddie Wolfe and his tractor and Terry and Delane Gallion led the ride. They had 24 riders. Our club had beans and cornbread afterwards and Mike Hurt grilled sausage patties and hot dogs. It was a beautiful day for a ride and cookout. If interested in joining, just show up at the meeting. It’s always the second Tuesday of the month. Happy Trails from Gallia. ~Sherri Repass

Gallia County OHC GEAUGA It was a regional ride to remember. The weather was perfect and we had a wonderful November 2023

turnout. Riding with friends and enjoying delicious food at our potluck. Thank you to all who came out to ride and help with set up and clean up. The costume ride was Oct. 28 at Holbrook Hollows. There was a gathering afterwards at Cindy and Rob Orben’s house next door for food, drink and a campfire. Our November meeting will be at Mangia Mangia on Nov. 14 at 6 p.m. Elections will be held at this meeting. Hope everyone enjoyed the beautiful fall weather that we were blessed with and the outings down the trails. “It is the horse’s gift to connect us with heaven and our own footsteps.” ~Cec Hanish GREENE This will be either my last or second-to-last article for Greene County. We’ve had a volunteer to take over the secretarial duties, thankfully. I’ve been trying to give up the job for a couple years now since I miss about half the meetings due to concerts or endurance events I’m working. You’ll soon see a new name at the bottom of the page. I’ll let her introduce herself when she starts. On Dec. 2 we’ll again help with the Lebanon Carriage Parade. There are two parades, at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. By working crowd control, we get a birdseye view! It’s very helpful to have horse people do that, as they know how the animals are likely to react and can jump in if a driver needs help. Even if you don’t drive, you can follow directions and know horses, so it really helps. If you’re wanting to help, let me know (937/2329256 or akela83@att.net). I’ll need your email if you want a parking pass to allow us to park closer. We stage at the Berry Middle School on Route 48. You can work one parade or both. I’ll have my ATV there to drop people along the parade route so we don’t have to walk the whole way. We especially need people on the back side of the route, as that tends to be a bit shorter on volunteers. I like that area the best, as there are less lights there so the lighted carriages show up better at night. We’ve had a respectable showing at several parades this fall. This month I have photos from the Delaware All Horse

Greene County OHC Parade. Thanks to Jeannie Nicol for keeping me supplied with photos; I’m sure she’ll continue to do so with your new reporter. That’s all for this month. Stay warm and Happy Holidays! ~Mickie Newnam GUERNSEY Every once in a while, the stars and the planets simply align. When they do; things are about to change! In a few days we are leaving for Garden of the Gods in Illinois. For the last two weeks I’ve been conditioning Dee Dee for the trip. To do it I put in six miles of trails on the farm, going from 945 feet in elevation to 1,220

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feet. Dee Dee is in a full sweat when we’re done with each ride! Last Thursday we put in a quick eight miles before the dew was off. For the ride we went to Ragersville and back on the road. We’d gone about a mile from the barn and were 400 feet from the bottom of a small hill, when Ms. I Ain’t Gotta Clue passed us from behind at Mach 10! As she started to pull back into our lane of traffic, over the hill came Mr. Neighbor Dairy Farmer in his one-ton dually! Just as they were about to meet, Mama Deer jumped out of the woods on Mr. Neighbor Dairy Farmer’s side of the road and ran right between them! As the hoods of their two vehicles were in perfect alignment: Mama Deer stepped on the berm! Dee Dee and I watched all this in slow-motion, as it unfolded right before our eyes! I learned a white tail deer runs 30 mph at max speed. That equates to 44 feet per second. Meaning: Mama Deer made it across the 20-foot road in about a half a second. Here’s where the star alignment comes into play! Had Mama Deer been just a half second later—both drivers would have hit her! And, who knows what would have happened! Would Ms. I Ain’t Gotta Clue and/ or Mr. Neighbor Dairy Farmer have lived to see another day? New Hampshire has a very interesting law on the books to protect horse and rider. “Every person having control or charge of a vehicle shall, whenever upon any way and approaching any horse; drive, manage, and control such vehicle in such a manner as to exercise every reasonable precaution to prevent the frightening of such horse, and to ensure the safety and protection of any person riding or driving the same.” They go on to opine, “For the most part, vehicles must yield to equestrians and avoid frightening the horses (no honking or speeding past), and everyone should work together to share the road.” The Ohio Revised Code, reads in Section 4549.01 (A) No person while operating a motor vehicle shall fail to slow down and stop the vehicle when signaled to do so upon meeting or overtaking a horse-drawn vehicle or person on horseback and to remain stationary until the vehicle or person has passed, provided the signal to stop is given in good faith, under circumstances of 55

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Dee Dee necessity, and only as often and for that length of time as is required for the vehicle or person to pass, whether it is approaching from the front or rear. (B) Whoever violates this section is guilty of a minor misdemeanor on a first offense and a misdemeanor of the fourth degree on each subsequent offense. Before I sign off, on the way home, we met Ms. I Ain’t Gotta Clue’s brother! He too passed us from behind, but at the speed limit, on a straight section of road, with no traffic. The problem was, as he passed us; his passenger side wheels were in the center of our lane! I could have reached out and touched him! (Trust me, I wanted too!) New Hampshire got it right when they wrote, “Everyone should work together to share the road.” Dee Dee and I hope to see you on the trail! And remember; be safe and share the road! ~Lee Randolph HOCKING Hocking County members are all over the place this month! Several members went to Illinois to the famous Shawnee National Forest sharing spectacular photos on Facebook, Stengles, Wagners and others can’t wait to hear all about it. The youth members presented their animals, baked goods, photography projects during our county fair, all placed as winners! Great job everyone. Some members went to the Ohio Shawnee State Forest. ~Laura Owings HOLMES Welcome to November! It’s been a great year for riding. Weather has been great. Trails all over Ohio have seen 56

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Stephanie and family at work day. improvement and OHC provides us with a way to get together and enjoy our chosen sport. Holmes County’s Labor Day Camp at Mohican was a success. Camp was from Sept. 1-4. Traditionally, this is not a work weekend, but a celebration of the work done over the course of the year. A raffle for four canvas prints was held. This was our main fundraiser for this year. A 50/50 raffle was also held. Trails were all open, although a portion of the South Blue closed on Sept. 5 for logging through the end of the riding season at Mohican. Everybody had great rides. The covered dish supper Saturday night was excellent. Our last work weekend was Sept. 22-24. We had a hardworking crew who got quite a bit of work done. A log splitter was brought in and the wood shed was filled along with general camp cleanup. Some of the covers on the guard rail near the lodge were replaced. Raking and weed whacking was also done. Thank you to all our volunteers. Thank you to Stephanie for bringing along her own work crew.

Some of our members camped with Wayne County at Pine Creek for riding at Hocking Hills from Sept. 3-15. This is always a fun camp. We just got back from two nights at Beaver Creek with Lorain County. That was my first time at Beaver Creek. Beautiful trails with many options thanks to the loops of trail around the camp. Thanks to members Billy and Cheryl, we got to ride to the main park and the Wilderness Center with its many displays. And thanks to Tony for helping us straighten out our refrigerator issue. Great camp. Enjoy Mohican. It closes Nov. 27 for the winter. Happy Thanksgiving! ~Bev Hanna KNOX Happy trails and greetings from Knox County! September was a busy month for KCOHC members. We started off with the always popular All Horse Parade in Delaware. Knox County was well represented with 12 riders alongside our fellow members from the Central Region. As become tradition, we enjoyed a potluck back at the horse trailers while waiting for the traffic to die down. Next, seven members spent a good part of the day at Thayer Ridge Park in Mt. Vernon doing trail maintenance work that included the cutting back of overgrown thorns and branches and painting the bridge that KCOHC built in 2014. It’s still standing and solid! This was also our first opportunity to use our newly purchased bush hog/ mower to mow the parts of the trail that the park department doesn’t mow. Thayer Ride may

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Trail maintenance volunteers at Thayer Ridge Park. only have four to five miles of trails, but when it comes to helping maintain them, it sure feels like a lot more! At the end of the month, a large group of us enjoyed the beautiful weather and stunning scenery of Hocking Hills at a camp out. Some members left the warmth of the campfire Saturday night to cheer on the Buckeyes as they eeked out a victory over Norte Dame. Hey, we might like roughing it when camping, but who says you can’t enjoy a little outdoor TV? Check our Facebook page for details on upcoming events. We meet the third Monday of every month at Thayer Ridge Park in Mt. Vernon, weather permitting. Come join us at a meeting, an event, or ride with us down Ohio’s beautiful trails! ~Cindy Cossin LAKE Our Lake County chapter Vice President Donna K. continues to educate herself at Lake Farm Park by learning to drive minihorses in a class called ‘Adults Connecting with Horses.’ She particularly likes a mini-horse named Snickers, who was quite lively according to Donna. Several Lake members attended the first Tri-County State Ride 2023 at the Cleveland Metroparks Polo Field. We thank Summit, Medina, and Cuyahoga Counties for planning and overseeing this event. Some of our members enjoyed the obstacle course and games put on by the Cleveland Metroparks Rangers. My own horse actually ‘kissed’ the little Brontosaurus standing in the arena. November 2023

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Marshall Avenue volunteer.

Tri County event. The flags were awesome with everyone getting to carry either the American flag, or our state Ohio flag. The dinner was delicious and the number of yummy desserts were amazing. Many folks enjoyed trail riding as well as socializing. Thanks again for all the efforts of those who helped and worked diligently. One of our Lake members continues to volunteer with Free Spirit Farm as its owner, Kris Ropp, takes two horses into the City of Cleveland to introduce inner city children and adults to the wonders of horses. This time they went to the Marshall Avenue Block Celebration. Both children and adults interacted with Fancy and Buck. Some rode them; some petted them; some fed the carrots. All were happy to be with their horsey friends. A small meeting was held Oct. 4 at Penitentiary Glen for those Lake members giving a November 2023

presentation of our Lake County Chapter and its activities. Our presentation will be on Saturday, Nov. 18 at 1 p.m. in the First Covenant Church in Willoughby Hills. We will explain what The Ohio Horse Council is, its history, and the need for it today and into the future. All are welcome. Ride well. Ride often. Ride safely. ~Rayneen Tisovic

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LICKING I hope everyone is well and riding! We’ve had some outstanding weeks of great riding weather in the beginning of October, so riding we went. We also had great attendance at our annual fun show that finally happened on Sept. 30. Adults and kids and even the spectators had a great time! Make sure to watch for the one next year. You won’t want to miss it. A big thank you to all of our volunteers, without them we could not have done it at all. Our judge this year was great and as mentioned before, the weather finally complied and we had a wonderful day! There are a few more nice weeks of riding coming I hope but soon we will have to greet old man winter and say goodbye to fall. I hope everyone got their hay in and is ready to hibernate for a few months. You can always come to our History Ride with Tami on Nov. 12 and learn about Infirmary Mound Park. It will be a welcome distraction from

Our awesome vounteers at work at the fun show.

One of our cute kids in the costume class.

Deb Latham on her Morgan horse enjoying the fun show. the ‘preparing for winter’ chores or even your early Christmas shopping if you’re ahead of things. Please come on out and join us for that. We’ll have hot chocolate and cider to warm up after the ride. Bring some cookies or dessert to share if you like. I’m really looking forward to this one. Always wanted to know the history of our local parks that we always seem to take for granted. See you out there—on the back of a horse or not, we welcome you all! ~Sigrid Batten LORAIN We’d like to wish all our readers a Happy Thanksgiving. There are so many things in life to be thankful for. For one, we’d like to thank Willow Creek Veterinary Service for sponsoring our November Lorain County OHC calendar. Our condolences go out to the family and friends of Floyd W. Gullett Jr. who passed away Sept. 16. He was a long time Lorain County OHC member. Bill loved animals and was especially compassionate about horseback riding. He was commonly found riding the trails at Carlisle in Lorain, often either ponying a horse in training or letting a friend borrow one of his spare horses. Bill was ranked as one of the top ten trail riders in Ohio for seven years in a row. Bill recorded 22,942 trail miles and 1,086 saddle hours to OHC! He helped to teach many youths in 4-H for over 30 years and will be dearly missed by many. We thank you Bill for being such an inspiration to other horse riders. Many riders from Lorain went to the Erie County OHC Poker Run at Edison Woods Sept. 9. We had a fun time with our neighbors to the north. They had

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great directions for the poker run trails, the lunch was delicious and they had a huge selection of useful silent auction items to select from. We thank you Erie for all your hard work running this event. The Chili Cook-Off hosted by Ashland OHC at the Mohican State Forest was wonderful. Many Lorain members either camped or day rode for this event. All the chapters who submitted their chili for judging had fantastic chili. Although Lorain did not win first place, we won the ‘popular vote’ by the sound of the cheering when Lorain was called. I’m guessing we must have had the most people present, surely not the loudest mouths. Many folks were quite generous with bidding for the silent auction and 50/50 drawing so this will help with further development of our horse trails here in Ohio! Thank you to all who supported this event, especially all who helped. The NW area regional ride at Van Buren State Park was attended by a half-dozen Lorain members. They enjoyed the friendly riders, a scavenger hunt, a live and silent auction, and the amazing meals. Thanks to all who helped and participated with the NW area weekend. The last weekend of September several of us camped and rode at Beaver Creek. On Saturday we rode the orange trail and stopped at the Beaver Creek Wildlife Education Center while our horses rested. The first week of October a small group of us headed to Big Elk Lick Horse Camp in Benezette, Pa. Cheryl and Billy had the thrill of seeing a bull elk herding a group of 11 cows down the river. Rumor has it that one rider in our party decided to camouflage himself in order to avoid scaring elk away by lying down with his horse in the mud along the Thunder Mountain trail until they were covered in mud nearly from head to toe. If you happen upon a man and 57

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Dave chased by Sasquatch, Benezette, Pa. horse imprint between marker five and six don’t be alarmed. It seemed like a brilliant idea but unfortunately, we still did not see elk on that trail, however we did hear one bugling. We will have a membership meeting on Monday, Nov. 20 beginning at 7 p.m. in the Carlisle Visitor Center in the Black River Room. Our Turkey Trot Day ride will be held on Saturday, Nov. 25 departing from the Carlisle Equestrian Center at 11 a.m. Save the date: Our Lorain County OHC Christmas party will be held Saturday, Dec. 2. ~Kathy Duncan MADISON Madison County riders have been covering ground on horseback on trails, in clinics, on ranches, clearing miles of trails at Deer Creek, and competing in Gymkhanas. Two of our members spent a beautiful week at the R Lazy S Ranch adjacent to the Grand Teton National Park, enjoying the colors changing along with excellent ranch horses and awesome food. I would encourage anyone seeking the beauty of our country to be sure to see the Grand Teton National Park and all that it holds. Our chapter was hosted by Ann Hunter at her beautiful indoor and outdoor arenas for a fun obstacle ride to help our horses listen and trust us. She had balance board, mattress crossing, and hula hoop challenges for everyone to try. Some chose to lead their horses, and others rode, but everyone felt that they improved skills and confidence. We send a huge thank you to Ann for her generosity! In early October, two of our members attended a two-day clinic in Pataskala with Carl Bledsoe, a nationally known gaited horse 58

Susan Day and Smog at Bledsoe Clinic. trainer and clinician (one person rode, and one audited). His emphasis is on engaging the horse from the rear through balance, correct posture and seat, and very little use of hands. He also stresses the importance of getting out of our horse’s way to allow them to move forward in their natural manner as well as understanding conformation and how that affects movement. It was great to see horses improve their movement as the riders gained new understanding of how the smallest movement affects the entire horse. Our final Gymkhana of the year was in early October, with highpoint prizes awarded to the top five riders in each of four age categories. This is a wonderful series that allows riders of all ages and abilities ride, compete, improve, and have fun. We are pleased to offer this to the community as another fun way to enjoy horsemanship and good sportsmanship. Deer Creek trails are in great shape, and the horse flies are gone! Please come and enjoy the lovely trails, some of which take you along Deer Creek Lake. The horse campground is open (make reservations) and there is plenty of parking at the day use area as well. Our chapter trail warriors, Jean Kritner and Marsha Pierce, have worked diligently to have trails ready and open for all to ride. Trees are removed, branches trimmed, grass areas mowed. Come ride! Stay engaged on the many trails in our beautiful state, enjoy your horses, and be sure to appreciate all of the dedicated volunteers who keep the trails clear. Please join in their efforts in any way that you can! Happy Trails, ~Lisa Reynolds MEDINA Our maiden voyage state ride with Summit and Cuyahoga

chapters is becoming a fond memory. For those who attended it was a pleasant surprise experiencing some new trails in northeast Ohio. They found lots of good riding in South Chagrin Reservation and even moved on to North Chagrin on Sunday. The Metroparks staff did a phenomenal job trimming the trails and providing us with a clean and bright pavilion with lots of tables and even a firepit complete with firewood. Molly Eastwood (Summit Chapter’s own nightingale) regaled us with song on a lovely Friday night around the campfire. The Cleveland Metroparks Mounted Police staged a unique obstacle ride in one of the paddocks in the field. Instead of the usual tire-ringpool-noodles obstacles (although there were pool noodles), the unit presented us with flags, flairs, and firecrackers. So many of our members are participating in parades these days, the mounted police, headed by Sergeant Jessica McNally Schantz thought a different kind of course was in order. Barrels with flags that had to be taken out and repositioned were staged around the paddock and pairs of riders tried their and their horse’s skill on removing and replacing them. What would your horse do if a large American flag suddenly fell across his face. How would they handle blowing smoke from flairs set off at her feet? The entrants had a great time with these new situations that are a truly realistic part of events they may take part in. True, the firecrackers in barrels did not fare so well, but it was an educational time for all. Our thanks to the dedicated Metroparks Mounted Police for their time and patience. The auction was a great success with Becky McCarty as ‘ring master’ of a fine array of items. And what of that large round table? Last heard, it will be used by the park. First item on our lessons learned list—no large furniture! Our first fall meeting took place Oct. 4 at Hinckley Town Hall with cider, donuts, old friends and new plans. Be sure to join us at this cozy spot for our winter

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meetings. We hope to have some speakers for some of them. Join us in December for our chili ‘chill-in’. The best way for new members to get to know us is at our meetings and events. If you are new, or newer to our chapter come and find out what we are all about. You won’t be sorry! Our last scheduled work session is Nov 11. Usually, we are blowing leaves this time of year to keep the trails dryer over winter. For more details contact Raydeen Ryden (raysden2@ gmail.com or 334/663-7361) or Greg Monsanty (330/352-5737 or (blackhorsebridge@aol.com). Last of all let’s be thankful for all the good things that happened this year down in the valley; all the good rides, new people we met, improvements we made to the trails, our hard-working CVNP personnel and our own hard-working members. Giving thanks down in the valley and everywhere else! ~Rosemary Young MEIGS Winter is coming! Thankfully we do not suffer the length of this season as the characters in ‘Game of Thrones’ did but it will be a shift into a different routine with our horses. Right now, in October we are experiencing absolutely the best trail riding time of the year. Trails are pretty much dry, flies have decreased although warm sunny days still bring them out, and early morning temperatures are ideal for getting out in the fields and woods. Plus, we have the added entertainment of the green foliage of the trees turning to bright oranges, reds, and yellows with some brown thrown in for contrast. Southeast Ohio in the fall is a pallet of colors and bright blue skies. I often refer to it as ‘God’s Country’ when someone asks me where is Meigs County. Our chapter’s Festival of the Leaves Memorial Ride will be in the rear-view mirror when you read this as it was held on Oct. 7. The weather is predicted to be just about perfect for our trail ride and lunch with a slight chance of a shower and temps in the low 60s. We usually have a great turnout for this event as it is the last big outdoor one for our chapter. Trails are in good shape thanks to the hard work of Jim, Joe, Roger, and Ed who have put in many hours clearing brush and deadwood. November 2023

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Emmalee driving Doc.

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MJ Devlin and Prizm PM at the Pioneer City Riding Club. We have two fun shows left this year on our schedule but it looks like we might bring out the Halloween spirit and add a third fun show on Oct. 29. Riders will be encouraged to dress in costume and also to add a little decorative garb to their mounts. December will bring our annual Christmas get together on Dec. 2 at the Wilkesville Community Center with a gift exchange and potluck dinner. Details of this party will be announced on our Facebook page closer to the date. Our chapter meetings are the third Tuesday of each month with the exception of December and are held at Fox Pizza Den in Pomeroy, Ohio, beginning at 7 p.m. We would love to see you! ~Marlene Schwartz MORROW Hello fellow OHC chapters! We had a quite a busy month over here in Morrow County. We kicked things off with the November 2023

All-Horse Parade in Delaware. There was a great turn out and I would like to give a big shout out to the Blazing Bridles 4H club for riding with us. We continued the month with campouts in Benezette, Pa., and AEP and finished off the month with our chapters first annual hog roast fundraiser for St. Jude Hospital at Alum Creek. The hog roast was a great success! We raised over $1,000 for St. Jude. I want to thank some of our sponsors; Champion Feeds of Delaware, NAPA Auto Parts of Mt. Gilead and The Dairy Queen of Frazysburg. I also want to thank the follow members for their hard work, dedication and donations: Misty, Sam, Levi, Vicki, Randy, Craig, Margaret, Joe, Susan, Ted, Floyd, Debbie, Rob and Karen. We are looking forward to our upcoming rides at Shawnee State Park and Hocking Hills. We hope everyone is able to get out and enjoy the beautiful fall weather while riding. See you on the trails! ~Rob Conley PERRY I can’t say enough about how much fun our group has had

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out on the trails this year and how many state forests, both in state and out, that we have been able to enjoy. We’ve literally scattered all over the place so we have lots of stories to tell as the riding season, as we call it, winds down. A six pack of members headed to Shawnee, Illinois, for a week of riding. Bees seemed to be the topic of their daily Facebook posts but that did not take away from their fun or the beauty of their surroundings. They did report it is quite rocky there but very scenic. I’ve included some pictures of the group which was comprised of the Stengles, the Wagners and the Smiths. Thankfully there were no mishaps either on the trail or on the road. Can’t wait to hear more about this trip. The Wagners started their venture at East Fork and if that wasn’t enough riding for them, they decided to end the vacation at the chili cookoff at Mohican. Cowboy up! Other members found themselves taking advantage of the dry spell and riding at Zaleski. There were still wet spots on the trail but the campgrounds were in good shape and camp was almost full. A trio of ladies meandered down to Shawnee in Ohio for a few days of riding. The trails were in great shape and among the improvements was the addition of many rest areas complete with tie poles and picnic tables. Most of the people encountered on the trail were staying at Ben’s Happy Trails. The state campground was empty with the exception of our folks. Pike Lake was also a day ride destination this year. It’s too bad we don’t have a state campground for that park. It’s very scenic riding. It is so important for chapters to support one another and this group has really made an effort to do so this year. Members attended the annual Coshocton County hog roast ride at Conesville, Muskingum County’s hog roast at Blue Rock,

the state Labor Day ride hosted by Fairfield County at Scioto Trails, and the state ride at the Cleveland Metro Parks. Speaking of the Cleveland MetroParks, what a wonderful experience! Carla Marshall headed up the wagon train on the three-hour trip up North. Joining her were myself, Brian, Brenda, Diane, Donna and Laura. The riding is not what we are used in Southeast Ohio, predominantly flat but so pretty and a great venue for gaiting. Of the cool things we noticed was spotting black squirrels (many of them!), a fish on a stick (yea, not sure why there was this huge plastic fish on the hillside) and seeing a castle at the Northeast Chagrin trail. The ride took place at the South Chagrin polo field and those OHC chapters did a magnificent job with the plans and activities. It was a fun group of people and we all enjoyed the good food, the $5 auction tables and the live auction. All of us had a great time and the weather could not have been more picture perfect. The month-long Quarter Horse Congress was in town for us to enjoy and I’ve heard about a few shopping trips to the event. That said, the folks who went reported that they really didn’t spend too much this time around. So much for my Christmas gift huh?! Now onto planning the afterholiday party and looking ahead to making 2024 a fun and enjoyable experience within Perry OHC. You’re invited to join us at our monthly meetings which are held the second Tuesday of each month at The Pizza Place in New Lex. Happy trails until we meet again. ~Maryann Patton

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Jerry Depoy third generation. of course our raffles, one for the $750 gift card from Rural King, along with our great Chinese Auction. We had Ashley Martin for entertainment, I will give out more information in the December Corral as the deadline is before our actual ride. We decided on pulled pork, potato salad, cole slaw and desserts for our state ride meal this year. I had the opportunity to get photos of the third generation Depoy family riding and camping at Hueston Woods at the end of September. Jerry was an avid OHC supporter and raised his family to love horses and the trail riding and camping as well as other horse activities. He was an active member of the Preble County OHC and helped out with so many projects. Our next meeting will be the November election meeting. I will have to let you know where this will be held but it will be the first Saturday in November at 6 p.m. Here’s wishing everyone happy trails for this riding season. We will have our December Christmas party/ meeting sometime in December. 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 soon hopefully on the trail as we hope to be able to ride this year. ~Becky Clifton SANDUSKY Yee Haw! We had a fantastic Poker Ride on Oct. 1 in celebration of our 15 years as a club! The celebration started Saturday night with an evening glowsticks ride and campfire. Sunday morning brought many together for a fellowship breakfast and rekindling of the fire ring. More riders started trickling in around 9 a.m. and by noon, we tallied about 40 riders who joined us from six different counties, putting 25 rigs at the trailhead parking lot! Big and small, we ride 60

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Sandusky County OHC them all was surely the theme as anywhere from little pony riders to big draft mounts were present that day. And, my goodness, the food was delicious! We shared Cheryl’s best beans, sausage dogs, hamburgers, fruit salad, yummy carrot cake cupcakes. A beautiful horse cake and horse cupcake cake topped off our lunch for dessert. We were so grateful for our business sponsors and personal donations to our silent auction. If you participated in that event by bidding on an item, please know that the money raised will be put to good use keeping the White Star bridle trails in tip top shape for your future use! Before I began trail riding and became a member of the club, I used to think that our tax dollars to the park system went towards the upkeep of the bridle trails. Not so true. Since I became a member two years ago, I have seen firsthand the time, talent and treasure that members pour into their efforts to maintain the trails. What an amazing group of people we have! Cheers to many more years of riding the White Star trails! Want to learn more about our Sandusky club? Join us for a ride on the first Sunday of every month, be ready to ride at 1 p.m. at the White Star bridle trailhead. You don’t need to be a member to ride with us, but if you’re looking to join our club, we’d love to have you! We meet on the second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. Please check our Facebook place for our meeting location. Hope to see you on the trails! ~Donna McHaffie TUSCARAWAS As muted colors caress the horizon, announcing a subtle awakening of the vibrance to come, an earnest blond child,

Tuscarawas County OHC short in stature, but exuberant in manner, demonstrates her innate sensibility in response to her Grandma Rayna’s barnful of horses. In the midst of the pasture, Dottie courageously approaches the 4-month-old filly, May, recently weaned, frolicking alone. Believe me, the apparent fearlessness is born of knowledge and understanding. Dedicated Dottie accompanies Rayna every evening, attending to the barn chores, including feeding and picking stalls. Her most treasured birthday gift was a sparkly manure fork. Grandma’s beloved 3-year-old granddaughter consistently demonstrates, she can get the job done. It is refreshing to witness a new generation of ‘horse people’ more inclined to pursue the responsibilities of horse ownership than interests in the technological activities. Rayna and her husband Kendal are avid trail riders, who radiate warmth. They appear most comfortable sharing laughter

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Our annual Founders Days was a success. We didn’t have quite the crowd we usually do (about 30 people, Catherine Estill reported to me), but the weather cooperated and was wonderful. I had hoped to make it but was working an endurance ride, thanks to Ramona for the photos she sent. All three of the photos this month were from Ramona. Two are from Founders Days, and the other is of the picnic table at the Buflod Overlook. Or should I say the former picnic table? A big tree came down, and naturally it had to land squarely on the table! The broken table was hauled off, and the tree cut up enough to move. Hopefully we’ll replace it at some point. But until then, the tree was rolled to the side to serve as seats for anyone wanting to stop there to rest. In November we’ll be holding our annual elections. We’d like to thank Paul for his tenure as president. He’ll be stepping down for next year, and will get to see what the view is like from the other side of the table. Speaking of jobs, if anyone would be interested in taking over the article, please let me know. I have no problem continuing to do it, but it’s sometimes nice to get a different perspective. If someone wants, it, I’m happy to hand it over. If not, you’ll just continue to get more working photos than riding photos. Though Ramona and I are actually starting to ride so at the very least I’ll have some of Cooper and Cyrus, providing we remember to take them. I think it’s kind of funny we ended up with two horses both named after musicians (Cyrus as in Billy Ray and Cooper as in Alice), except that in my case, I chose the name. We are again planning a member appreciation dinner for next year. Or I should say Julie Putnam is planning; the rest of us are just along for the ride! November 2023

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Warren County OHC The one early this year was a lot of fun. I think we’re possibly looking around March, as last year several people liked the later date when snow rescheduled the original date. It’s light later then, which many people appreciate. More information on that when I have it, and of course it will be in your newsletter. We decided at the last meeting to stop giving the ‘Most Valuable Member’ award. We felt that while we greatly appreciate everyone who helps, it’s not easy to narrow it further than that, so rather than single out any one person, we’ll just appreciate everyone with the member dinner. December 2 is the annual Lebanon Carriage Parade at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Volunteers are always needed for crowd control. If you’d like to help, look for information in your newsletter and an email blast. It’s a lot of fun! And if you don’t want to have to walk all the way to the parade route and back, never fear, I will have my ATV there again for that. Don’t forget to renew your membership! ~Mickie Newnam WASHINGTON Hello from Ohio’s first county named after then President George Washington! We are November 2023

busy in the southeast corner of the state. September 29 found our Sawyers once again clearing trees from the Kinderhook trails. Despite an extensive sweep on Aug. 4 there were several trails blocked by very large trees. The trees were too big to step over and terrain to rough and dense to go around. In addition to cutting trees and clearing trails the crew also repaired a picnic table in the picnic area on Council trail and tightened the high ties lines at the trailhead. This is the fourth full day our Sawyers have spent on the trails this year. Thanks to all of them for keeping or trails open! On Sept. 30 we hosted our annual kid’s ride in conjunction with the Wayne National Forest as part of Public Land Days. We began the day with a chapter ride at 10 a.m. We had a nice group of 12 riders. An additional number of horses and people came to help with the kid’s ride at 2 p.m. We especially appreciate Kelley Miller, public affairs specialist with Wayne, riding with us and helping with the kids. We are also very happy Ben Reed from Wayne was there. Ben is our trail man. On Friday he cut a standing tree for us in the picnic area that we are not allowed to cut as volunteers. Ben is working closely with us to find solutions to our muddy spots and fix them on the trails. We understand our washout repair will be fixed by early spring. It has only been seven years (Yes, you can feel the sarcasm!) Back to the kid’s ride, we were disappointed in the number of children, less than previous years. We will try to reach out better next year! Still, it was a great turnout from the club, and it is very much appreciated by the officers. We still have one ride on our schedule at Kinderhook on Nov. 18, you are welcome to join us. The ride out is at 11 a.m.! Our next big event was a fundraiser at the Barlow Fairgrounds on Oct. 6. We hosted a cornhole tournament. At press time this event had not yet occurred, but we are anticipating a great time. Jeff and Brenda Sparkes run similar events at local fire department festivals and such throughout the summer. They are members of our club. Our cornhole committee has organized food for concessions and members are providing desserts to be sold as well. We are looking for a good turnout from the public as well as the horse club members. The weather

is supposed to turn wet for the evening but the fairgrounds has generously allowed us the use of the show barn for the event, so we will be inside! Thanks to the committee of Rita, Brenda, Melody. Barbara, Debbie, and Kathy. We had a cake for a longtime member who is moving to Florida, Bobbie Jo Tucker. If you have met Bobbie Jo, you’d remember her. She can be a force to be reckoned with for sure. Always willing to help out on committees where needed over the years she has been a member. She will be missed not only on the trails and committees, but at the meetings as well, (they will be much quieter), and the president won’t have to shush the private conversations so much. Love you Bobbie Jo wish you all the best down south. Be sure to come back and visit time to time. Finally, as the year winds down we will be holding elections for officers for the next year. Our Christmas dinner will not be long coming. We have already made a donation to a local food pantry to help provide food for those in need this holiday season. We will also collect toys for Toys for Tots at our holiday meeting. Have a great Thanksgiving, see you in December! ~Rita V. Schultheis

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WAYNE Fall riding season has arrived and what beautiful weather we are having in Wayne County. Our members have been busy taking advantage of the bonus warm sunny days with day rides at Wetmore in Pennisula, Ohio, and Mohican, Hinckley and Malabar. Remember, if you are a member or secondary member looking for someone to ride with just log on to our club Facebook page and send out a request for someone to ride with and usually you will get a quick response! It is a great way to meet new members and try out trails with which you may not be familiar. Although the Wayne County Fair is over, I would be remiss if I didn’t report that Julia Westover, one of our youth members won the Driving Trail 4-H class with her horse. Also, our club sponsored the Walk Trot Horsemanship class and Taran Tate and Julia presented the ribbons. What great representatives of OHC youth. Our annual fundraiser of providing pony rides at Malabar State Farm Heritage Days, Sept.

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Heather Kinney on Gus in Eminence, Mo. 23 and 24 was a big success. We had 30 volunteers and eight horses. It takes many hands and horses as someone has to lead and someone has to walk beside the rider to ensure their safety as well as two helpers at both ends to get the children on and off the horses. We camped at Malabar Friday night after setting up and had pizza for supper. We also camped Saturday night and had fried chicken and fixings for supper before our meeting. After a full day of walking and leading horses we really appreciated not having to cook supper! Not only is this a big fundraiser, it warms your heart to see the kids’ faces light up when they get on top of a horse or pony. We had several that kept getting back in line until they were sure they had ridden every horse and pony in the line up! Thanks to Charlene Schnarr for bringing her mini horse Rocky 61

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after you are done riding for the year and I need your work hours. Diane will also be working on the 2024 calendar. She will need your pictures you feel are calendar worthy. Your renewals should all be done but if you forgot get it done, please. For the most part our ravine trail improvements were a hit, but of course we always have those that will miss the way they were.

Wood County OHC Now we will look forward to the campground improvements. It has been a long wait. Wishing you miles of smiles, ~Barb Oberhaus

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