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Horse Review September 2023

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Equestrian Education for All Ages P. 14

HORSE HEALTH FALL LAMINITIS P. 9

BEHIND THE BUSINESS

FULL CIRCLE EQUINE’S NEW VETERINARIAN DR. ALYSSA CASTILLO P. 10

YOUNG RIDERS MCKINLEY WINBURN: TRAINING WILD MUSTANGS P. 11

GREENER PASTURES

LATE SUMMER & EARLY FALL PASTURE MANAGEMENT P. 16

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CONTENTS

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Mustang Champi-

Fall Laminitis

ons Introduce Two

The United States

Alicia Johnson

Pony Clubs, Inc.

Awards College

Full Circle Equine’s New Veterinarian, Dr. Alyssa Castillo

Courtesy of USPC

Aged Horse Care and Education Facility Marks Official Opening

A Q&A

Greener Pastures

Holly Wiemers

News

New National Mustang Championship Competitions

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From the Experts: The Role of the Hindgut in Equine Digestive Health Sponsored Content by Kentucky Equine Research

Horse Health Fall Vaccines Lilien Rostig

Horse Health

Behind the Business

Education News:

Scholarships to Members

Late Summer & Early Fall Pasture Management

Young Rider

Kyla Szemplinski, MS and

McKinley Winburn

Chris Cooper, PhD

Training Wild Mustangs Alicia Johnson

People & Horse US Marine Veteran Places Second in the World’s Toughest Horse Race Daniel Reeds

Cover Story

Equestrian Education for All Ages Alicia Johnson

Competition Zone Event Recaps

Marketplace Classifieds

Marketplace

Equine Business Cards

Calendar of Events September Events

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News Mustang Champions Introduces Two New National Mustang Championship Competitions

Elisa Wallace, Mustang Trainer extraordinaire, competitor and enthusiast, 5 star Three-Day event rider and alternate for 2016 US Olympic Team. Photo by Ronda Gregorio

Mustang Champions, a new partner with the Bureau of Land Management Wild Horse and Burro Program, officially introduces two new mustang competitions: Mustang Classic and Mustang Challenge. The two new competitions are the first of their kind. Mustang Classic is a nev-

er-before English discipline competition scheduled for September 13-15, 2024 at the Kentucky Horse Park / Rolex Stadium in Lexington, KY. The Mustang Challenge is the richest Western discipline mustang competition scheduled for July 11-13, 2024 at the South Point Arena & Equestrian Center,

Las Vegas, NV. These competitions are part of the effort to get mustangs out of BLM holding, trained and into private care. What is different about the competitions? The Mustang Classic format involves qualifying classes, including dressage, arena eventing, working equitation and show jumping. The top 10 mustangs will then compete in a freestyle format on Sunday at noon for the top prize of $50,000. The event will offer a VIP experience with Sunday brunch. The Mustang Challenge format involves qualifying classes, including pattern, trial and ranch competitions. The top 10 mustangs will then compete in a freestyle format Saturday night for the top prize of $50,000. The event will offer a VIP experience. Total purse for each competition $125,000. Interested parties can start adopting or purchasing mustang(s) as early as October 1, 2023, at any approved BLM Wild Horse and Burro facility, approved satellite event, the WH&B online corral, or any WH&B Program approved facility or storefront. This will allow an owner or exhibitor to

choose their own mustang and have a longer period of time to train and prepare a mustang for the championship competitions. Each mustang needs to be registered with Mustang Champions so the adopter/owner can stay informed and have a resource during training. Improved training techniques and education provided. Mustang Champions will be gathering training resources to help educate and improve gentling and training techniques. Every exhibitor will be required to complete the Mustang Training Readiness Curriculum prior to entering the competitions. Mustangs must be shown before the championship competitions. Proof that the mustangs have competed at a local or national horse show is required to qualify to compete. Adopters can work with an exhibitor if they do not wish to show their adopted or purchased mustang themselves, and exhibitors can show up to two mustangs at each competition. For more information: Mustang Classic visit mustangclassic2024.com Mustang Challenge visit mustangchallenge2024.com

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University of Kentucky’s Aged Horse Care and Education Facility Marks Official Opening, Launching New Possibilities for Research and Training

The Linda Mars Aged Horse Care and Education Facility will help lead breakthroughs in care for older horses. Photo by Matt Barton, UK Agricultural Communications. By Holly Wiemers

The Linda Mars Aged Horse Care and Education Facility, located on the University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment’s C. Oran Little Research Farm, recently marked its

official opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony — unlocking future training and research innovations in care for revered, older horses. The new center will help lead breakthroughs in care for older horses, a demographic making up approximately one-third of the worldwide horse population. Additionally, the space will help train the next

generation of scientists and serve as an important resource for the university’s equine undergraduate students. Support from Linda Mars, philanthropist and avid horsewoman, made the facility possible. “By supporting the enhancement of our scientific knowledge, I hope more horses around the world will be able to grow old gracefully, remain healthy, active and enjoy a high quality of life in their older years,” Mars said. Gluck Equine Research Center associate professor, Amanda Adams, established the University of Kentucky’s Aged Horse Research Program. Adams, who specializes in caring for senior horses, is also an adjunct faculty member at Lincoln Memorial University College of Veterinary Medicine. She established and supports a herd of aged horses with conditions ranging from pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (more commonly known as Cushing’s disease), to obesity, equine metabolic syndrome and insulin dysregulation. “We are thrilled that the facility is now open and that we can put it to good use. We need this space to support our efforts and in training the next generation of scientists,”

Adams said. “The best part of the ceremony was Linda Mars leading the first senior horse into the new facility. I am incredibly thankful for her dedication and love of senior horses.” The new facility features state-of-the-art laboratory space to support Adams’ onsite research program, allowing previously unfeasible studies. The facility will also house teaching and workshop space for 40 graduate and undergraduate students and serve as home to the MARS EQUESTRIAN™ Scholar program. The space will host small public workshops focusing initially on topics such as the care of aging horses, nutrition, management and endocrine diseases. “For the past 20 years Mars Horsecare, via the WALTHAM™ Equine Studies Group, has been proudly helping to lead the way with numerous global research collaborations to support the wellbeing, performance and longevity of senior horses and ponies,” said Pat Harris, head of the WALTHAM™ Equine Studies Group, “The new Linda Mars Aged Horse Care and Education Facility is an extremely exciting addition to our resources, to help us expand and share knowledge to support our mission and to make the world a better place for horses.”

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The Role of the Hindgut in Equine Digestive Health

Without an efficient, healthy gastrointestinal tract, horses cannot perform their best, no matter if you own a cherished broodmare and her latest produce, a string of high -performance horses, or a single pony for your grandchildren to enjoy. When considering gastrointestinal health, every part of the digestive tract is relevant, from one end to the other. Nutritionists have been most focused on two specific areas of the gastrointestinal tract, the stomach, and the hindgut. The hindgut is a collective term that includes both the cecum and the colon, and houses a diverse and symbiotic microbial population that contributes significantly to fiber digestion. Horses rely on fermentation for optimal digestion of feedstuffs and energy production. Hindgut digestion progresses most efficiently when horses are allowed continual access to forage and limited access to feedstuffs that could upset the pH of the cecum, including large grain meals. Fermentation is achieved through the machinations of billions of protozoa, fungi, and bacteria. Together, these microbes convert carbohydrate-based contents, essentially plant-based fiber, into volatile fatty acids, which provide energy to the horse. If soluble carbohydrates , such as those found in large supply in grain meals, find their way into the hindgut, some lactate might be produced. Overproduction of lactate can shift the pH of the hindgut to a more acidic state,

is fed but rather how it is fed. Here are three time-released buffer developed by Kentucky Equine Research, supports a stable strategies to ward off hindgut acidosis: microbial environment and is proven to • Good-quality forage should be ofraise the pH of the hindgut and eliminate fered at all times so that the hindgut signs of acidosis. is continually in “processing mode.” Learn more about science-based digesForage may be pasture, hay, or haytive health supplements offered by Kenbased products such as cubes or tucky Equine Research at ker.com. pellets. Forage selection should be based largely on the nutrient needs of the horse. • Concentrate meals should not exceed approximately 0.5 lb (0.23 kg) per 100 lb (45 kg) of body weight (5 lb for a 1,000-lb horse; 2.25 kg for a 450-kg horse). • If a horse requires more than 5 lb (2.25 kg) of concentrate per day, diKentucky Equine Research is an intervide total daily allotment into sepnational equine nutrition, research, and arate meals. Feeding three or four consultation company serving horse ownconcentrate meals, evenly spaced ers and the feed industry. The company adthroughout the day, is more benefivances the industry’s knowledge of equine cial to the horse than huge meals. nutrition and exercise physiology, applies that knowledge to produce healthier, more Some horses, especially those that are athletic horses, and supports the nutritionasked to perform intense exercise, must al care of all horses throughout their lives. which may cause problems. When a drop in consume large grain meals to fuel per- Learn more at ker.com. pH occurs, called hindgut acidosis, some of formance. Research supports the use of the beneficial fiber- digesting microbes die a hindgut buffer in cases of high- grain off, and digestive efficiency drops. and high-fructan intake. EquiShure®, a One of the primary signs of hindgut acidosis is decreased appetite. A horse is often reported to be “off its feed.” Because the hindgut is overwhelmed with lactic acid when a horse is experiencing acidosis, the intestinal lining becomes inflamed and irritated, causing the horse discomfort. The irritation may be severe enough to induce behavior characteristic of colic. Furthermore, and perhaps most detrimental to equine athletes, is a reduction of feed efficiency. Long-term exposure of the intestinal lining to a low-pH environment may negatively affect the absorptive capacities of these structures, limiting the amount of energy available for performance. In addition to these health concerns, a link between hindgut acidosis and stereotypies such as wood chewing, weaving, and stall walking has been suggested by researchers. Because of the precarious nature of the hindgut of a horse afflicted with subc linical acidosis, it is less able to handle metabolic crises that healthy horses may be able to fend off. Hence, horses with hindgut acidosis are more susceptible to colic and laminitis. To offset the risk and subsequent symptoms of hindgut acidosis, horse owners should scrutinize feeding management. Hindgut acidosis is rarely caused by what

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By Lilien Rostig As fall approaches the Mid-South, it’s time to check in with your local vet to ensure your horses are healthy and up to date on vaccines that will help prevent diseases more prevalent during the winter season. Other factors, such as transportation frequency and age, also impact whether your horse may need vaccinations in the fall. Busy barns with show horses especially may be candidates if they are or have been traveling a lot. Most horse owners know

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Horse Health Fall Vaccines

to schedule core vaccinations in the early spring each year as a preventative measure against common insect-related illnesses; however, it is important to consider whether your horse may need additional boosters to sustain high levels of protective immunity throughout the entire year. Do you know which seasonal vaccines are important during the fall and why? Here’s a breakdown of a few examples: Viral respiratory pathogens, such as equine influenza (EIV) and equine herpesvirus-1 and -4 (EHV-¼), can become a risk in horses that are exposed to other horses

outside of their home barn during travel and competition. Clinical signs of these respiratory diseases include high fever, coughing, nasal discharge, and lethargy. Bronchopneumonia, a secondary bacterial infection, can also occur in the lower airways upon infection, especially for horses that have suffered from upper respiratory viral infections before. To prevent the risk of contracting these viruses, talk to your vet about risk-based inoculations and whether they are advised for your horse. Strangles can be of concern year round, especially in older horses with weaker immune systems. It is highly contagious and caused by a bacteria found in contaminated water buckets, feeders or hay that contains infected and/or asymptomatic horses’ saliva. Signs of infection include swollen lymph nodes, nasal discharge, high fever, hacking, and labored breathing. According to The Irongate Equine Team (IEC), “The vaccine comes in two forms – the modified live virus, which is intranasal, or the killed virus, which is given in an intramuscular (IM) shot. The modified live virus is efficacious, and the form we recommend at IEC.” IM injections given twice a year have shown to be more effective in reducing symptoms than in horses that receive it irregularly.

Potomac Horse Fever (PHF) is caused by bacteria that has been ingested - the bacteria is carried through dead Mayfly and other insects and is growing in range throughout the midwest. Symptoms include diarrhea, fever, lethargy, anorexia, colic, and laminitis. According to Lisa Nesson, DVM, “The vaccines currently on the market for PHF have been made against a single strain of the organism, so strong protection against naturally occurring infections is not likely following vaccination. If the vaccine is used, it should be given twice a year, in the spring and again in mid summer to early fall to offer its best protection.” Other important things to consider about your horse’s health at any life stage are nutrition and supplements for immune system health and strength. These are the best measures to take against other life-threatening illnesses, such as Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis (EPM), which is caused by parasites and currently has no known effective vaccine. The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) provides a resource for horse owner vaccination guidelines, as well as veterinarian advice on how to boost the immune system. Visit aaep.org for more information.

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Fall Laminitis By Alicia Johnson alicia@mshorsereview.com A short, stilted or lame walk, increased hoof temperature, bounding digital pulse, shifting weight from foot to foot, difficulty turning, and even a reluctance to walk… these can all be signs of a laminitis episode in your horse. While many horse owners and caregivers think of laminitis as a spring equine issue due to the horse’s over consumption of lush, spring grass with high sugar content, laminitis can be just as prevalent in the fall. Fall laminitis can be precipitated by several different factors: changes in grass growth, seasonal rises in hormones as the days become shorter, changes in feeding, or reduced exercise as we close out summer. As we begin longing for autumn here in the Mid-South, horse owners and caregivers must pay careful attention to their horses as it pertains to their feeding and grazing patterns. When the air gets cooler and the leaves start changing, so does your pasture. The sugar content rises as new grass growth occurs due to the cooler temperatures and rain autumn typically brings. Ingesting large amounts of these sugars increases the risk of a laminitic episode in your horse. David Gitchell, Mid-South farrier and quarter horse breeder out of Ripley, Tenn.,

says he really doesn’t see too much laminitis in his clients’ horses in the fall, but it is known to happen after a long, hot, dry summer followed by early autumn rainfall. A hard, early freeze or periods of cool nights and warm, sunny days can also precipitate laminitis- especially in those horses who are susceptible to it. In fact, vulnerable horses should have limited grazing; consider decreasing turnout time or keeping them on a dry lot. For extremely sensitive horses, there really is no safe time to graze, and these horses should be kept on a dry lot while the sugar content in the grass is high in early fall. Since preventing laminitis and subsequent founder is much easier than managing it after it occurs, horse owners and caregivers should watch their pastures closely as summer ends. If you suddenly notice greener grass in your field this fall, consider implementing strip grazing or using a grazing muzzle to decrease your horse’s intake if needed, in addition to utilizing a dry lot. Strip grazing can easily be achieved by simply using electric tape fencing to limit your horse’s access to the full pasture. Grazing muzzles allow the passing of only a few blades of grass at a time, therefore, restricting intake. Limited consumption during fall pasture regrowth is the best way to keep your horse from experiencing fall laminitis. Whether your horse is susceptible to lam-

initis or not, you should regularly check and examine the following this fall: First, give thought to your horse’s body weight. Using a weight tape once a month throughout the fall will tell you if your horse is gaining weight as a result of greener pastures. Next, keep an eye on the horse’s hooves. Hooves should be cool to the touch, unless the horse has been running, ridden, or standing in the sun. Hot hooves in a horse at rest are indicative of laminitis. While feeling for the hoof temperature, check the horse’s digital pulse as well. Do

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this by feeling the digital artery between the fetlock and coronary band. A bounding digital pulse can also be a sign of laminitis. Finally, watch your horse’s movement in the pasture. If you notice your horse lying down more than usual, sitting back and down in its heels, or even walking delicately, these could all be indicators of laminitis and warrant a call to your veterinarian immediately.

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Behind the Business Full Circle Equine’s New Veterinarian: Dr. Alyssa Castillo

Q&A with Dr. Castillo

Dr. Alyssa Castillo grew up in San Antonio, Texas. Her passion for working with horses led her to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science with a Certificate in Equine Science at Texas A&M University. After completing her undergraduate degree

in 2017, Dr. Castillo took a gap year and worked as an Equestrian Director, teaching people of all ages how to ride English and Western. She then went on to earn her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Ross University in 2022, completing her clinical year at Texas A&M University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. Following graduation, she pursued an internship at Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her love for equine reproductive medicine developed during her undergraduate research projects, and she enjoys both reproductive medicine and general medicine in her practice. Dr. Castillo also has a keen interest in equine general anesthesia and finds fulfillment in client education. Tell us about your first memories working/ riding horses? I would go trail riding out in the mountains every summer with my family. I absolutely loved getting to see the area from a different point of view. What Discipline do you primarily ride? Hunter/Jumper When did you first think about becoming an Equine Veterinarian? I always wanted to become a vet, but it wasn’t until I started majoring in Animal Science at Texas A&M University that I realized I wanted to

become an equine veterinarian. What is the best thing about being an equine veterinarian? Being able to care for those who can’t care for themselves. What is the most challenging thing about being an equine veterinarian? The summer heat! Best advice you have received from others in your industry? You are a person first before being an equine veterinarian; remember to care for yourself and fill your cup before you can fill others. Advice you would give to anyone considering becoming an equine veterinarian? You should absolutely do it! The equine industry is changing for the better every day to make sure equine vets are well cared for. What keeps you motivated? Knowing that I am able to provide care that most can’t give to their horses and to be able to keep them happy and healthy and, in turn, keep their owners happy. What do you look forward to in your down time? Exploring the area. My husband and I love hiking, as well as going to concerts. Favorite Quote: “Have no fear of perfection - you’ll never reach it.” Salvador Dali

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McKinley Winburn: Training Wild Mustangs

McKinley with her most recent Mustang Project, Nala.

By Alicia Johnson alicia@mshorsereview.com Nineteen-year-old McKinley Winburn has been a horse lover for as long as she can remember. After begging to be introduced to horses as a little girl, she finally went to her first horse camp as an eight-year-old, and according to McKinley, that’s when her “horse addiction” began. About the same time she began riding, she stumbled upon a documentary featuring wild horses and the Extreme Mustang Makeover competition. “I started watching all the videos of trainers working with wild Mustangs and aspired to do it one day, no matter how long it took me to get there,” Mckinley states. McKinley became a horse owner at thirteen years old. The horse, Ruger, was an untrained rescue who would show her what it would be like working with a horse “from the bottom up,” as McKinley puts it. Sadly, he passed away in 2019 after contracting botulism. Rightfully so, McKinley says her biggest challenge in her equestrian life so far has been

overcoming Ruger’s death. She explains, “It is hard to pick yourself back up and keep moving forward after it feels like your world shattered before you. I planned my entire future with this horse. All these Hunter Jumper and Germantown Charity Horse Shows that we could attend, all these places we could travel, but it all slipped out of my fingers in an instant, and before I knew it he was gone. I remember lots of prayer and crying out to God. He was the only thing that was able to pick me up out of the darkness and push me forward to continue to put one foot in front of the other.” And from that darkness, the tragedy served as a catalyst to create a very positive aspect of McKinley’s life: the beginning of her dream of working with Mustangs. After Ruger’s passing, McKinley decided it would be worth a shot to apply for the Mustang Makeover. The likelihood of being accepted was low due to her never having prior experience or working under a Mustang trainer, but “I had nothing to lose, so I applied,” says McKinley. A couple weeks later she received the announcement of her acceptance into the Mustang Makeover. “This was the beginning of my childhood

dream becoming reality,” McKinley emphasizes. Fast forward a few years, and McKinley has now competed in four Mustang Makeovers, 3 TIP (Training Incentive Program) challenges, and 1 Extreme Mustang Makeover. Each challenge has a set time of 100 days to pick up a wild Mustang from holding and train it. At the end of the 100 days, all the trainers travel to compete against each other and win prizes. With her first Mustang, McKinley had the opportunity to select her horse based on pictures before picking it up. A little, skinny sorrel caught her eye. “For some reason, my heart was drawn to this sorrel, so I chose him and picked him up the next day,” she says. McKinley explains, “Gaining his trust was a long process involving just studying his body language, his movements and behaviors, what scared him, and what spooked him. I just sat in the pen with him for hours on end- just to be in each other’s presence. A week of consistency and perseverance passed, and I was able to pet him, halter him, and take him out of the pen for the first time after halter breaking him. It did not take long for this horse to sneak his way into my heart and become my best friend. Four years later, my first little Mustang, Magnum, has grown up and is still my best friend. At the 100 day competition, we placed 1st in our handling class, 1st in a hunt pace, and competed in several different events over the states.” Magnum is now 6 years old, and McKinley has owned him for 4 years. He has transformed from a little 12 hand pony who had never been in contact with a person before to an impeccably trained equine partner. “Throughout the years, I broke him under saddle, and now he has been ridden cross country, western pleasure, hunter jumper, hunter, and even run barrels. He loves to do liberty work and tricks, such as liberty circles, laying down, sitting, side passing, playing tag, and more. Although I have taught him a lot of things, he also has taught me more than I could put into words. I wouldn’t be the person I am without him,” McKinley explains. McKinley credits Mustang trainer, Bobby Kerr, as being very influential in her advancement as a Mustang trainer. “Watching how he worked with his horses on deeper levels than just getting the job done was beautiful to me, and I knew that it was something I had to do. There have been so many people along the way who have encouraged me, pointed me

in the right direction, and taught me various things to get to where I am. I am so thankful for the riding instructors who taught me how to ride and for my parents, Jennifer and Michael, who blessed me with the opportunity to chase my dreams,” McKinley says. With all of her achievements as a young Mustang trainer, one may guess McKinley considers her equestrian career as her biggest accomplishment thus far. However, she actually has something even bigger to be most proud of: “My biggest accomplishment would be getting accepted into my dream school, Mississippi State University, and having the opportunity to bring my dream horse with me. I am pursuing a career in Veterinary Medicine, and I am filled with joy that I get to do that all alongside the horse that got me here, Magnum. I am now a sophomore at State majoring in Animal Dairy Science to achieve my Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine. I have worked in a small animal clinic throughout high school and love working with all animals, big and small. I’m not sure which direction I am headed yet specifically within the veterinary medical field, but I cannot wait for what the future holds, and I’m so glad that animals will always be a part of it.”

McKinley with her personal Mustang, Magnum

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People & Horses US Marine Veteran Places Second in the World’s Toughest Horse Race

by Daniel Reeds | Photos by Kathy Gabriel The Mongol Derby, the world’s longest and toughest horse race, has been thundering across Mongolia’s steppe for the last ten days. In one of the closest ever races, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran from Massachusetts, Matthew Perella, took second place. Based on the ancient horse messenger system used by Genghis Khan in a country where the horse is king, at 1000km the Derby is the toughest test on the planet for equestrian endurance riders. Whilst horses are changed roughly every 35km at checkpoints strung out throughout the country, riders must endure being in the saddle for up to 200km a day and face the challenges of riding over twenty-eight different semi-wild horses. Challenges include everything from the animals’ varying temperaments and bucking abilities and the inevitable falls and mishaps that happen along the way, to navigating through challenging terrain, including giant sand dunes and freezing mountain

passes. The thirteenth edition of the Mongol Derby kicked off on the 2nd of August and looked set to be a firecracker from the get go, with 42 riders from eleven different nations competing for the prestigious win. Day one saw Spanish rider, Xavier Ferrer, riding at the front of the pack for most of the day, but he wasn’t in the lead as evening fell, having had a reversal of fortune when he abruptly parted ways with his horse enroute to HS3 (horse station 3). This resulted in him having to hitch a ride back to HS2. This left German rider Judith Jaeckle at the front of the race as night fell. Over the next eight days, Judith was never far from the front of the race and showed true horsemanship skills by never having to redraw a horse (New to the race this year, every horse station was a ‘lotto,’ meaning riders had to ride the horse they were given, rather than picking a horse themselves, testing their horsemanship all the more. You could, however, choose to ‘redraw’ a maxi-

mum of three times in the race if you didn’t like the look of the horse you were first given). The real battle of the race would come on its final stretch, as Swedish rider, Linda Hermann, who’d been in a game of cat-andmouse with Judith over the previous days, finally managed to overtake the German rider to take the lead, but only briefly, and it certainly wasn’t a two horse race. Hot on the ladies’ tails was American marine, Matthew Perrella, whose navigation prowess and luck-of-the-draw, with some seriously fast race horses, now put him in contention for the win. As it came down to the last two horse stations, Linda would find herself deep in a bog. Luckily, she and her horse were fine, but it was a very tense moment, and a vet team was dispatched before her horse was cleared to continue. This slowed the Swedish rider down and allowed Judith and Matt to both gain ground, riding on very fast horses. It was down to the wire, but Linda was able to make it to the final horse station before the finish line in the lead, clear the vet check (these checks happen at every check-point to ensure all horses are ok and they haven’t been ridden too hard), and remount on a seriously fit race horse. The win seemed hers as long as her horse passed the final vet check at the finish line. But Judith and Matt had other ideas and had reached the final horse station almost within eyesight of Linda. They both changed horses swiftly. With Matt on one of the most feral and fastest horses on the course, he crossed the finish line shortly after Linda with Judith a mere few minutes behind him. With great suspense everyone waited for Linda’s vet check to clear (a penalty would lead to her losing the win), but finally the news came that her horse’s heart rate was below the 56bmp required, and the win was hers. Matt and Judith cleared their vet checks shortly after crossing- with Matt claiming 2nd place and Judith 3rd.

Not only was the race an incredible success for all those involved, but it also helped raise a huge amount of money for charity. The Mongol Derby has raised over $1 million for charities to date, with each rider asked to raise funds for good causes, including the race’s official charity partner, Steppe and Hoof - www.steppeandhoof.org - whose objective is to support the herders and their animals and work to save the unique traditions that are part of the Mongolian nomadic lifestyle as it comes under fire from climate change and urbanization. Matthew Perella was also raising money for The Righteous Life Rescue Ranch - www.therlrr.org – which he founded to help retired horses and death row dogs and also provide equine therapy to veterans with PTSD, those with special needs, and anyone seeking inner peace, and overall improved health. For more details on the race visit www. equestrianists.com

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Equestrian By Alicia Johnson alicia@mshorsereview.com We start learning when we’re born, and if we’re wise, we never stop. These are the words of wisdom once handed down from parent to child during a disagreement over the need to attend school. As we know, learning is a necessary part of life, and these principles can be applied to equestrian education as well. No matter your discipline, riding is a sport you can participate in over the course of a lifetime. Of course, knowledge and skills must be gleaned and built upon throughout that lifetime, as progressing in horsemanship is a continuous learning process; however, there are groups and organizations with invaluable resources each step of the way to help grow and develop the equestrian’s knowledge base, riding ability, and skills.

4-H:

The National 4-H Council states, “4-H empowers young people with the skills to lead for a lifetime.” Although not solely focused on agriculture, opportunities to grow and learn

in the equestrian field abound. For example, the local Woodstock Ghost Riders 4-H group learned the technique of horse judging and scoring over the last year and went on to compete (and place) in both the Regional and State Horse Judging Competitions. According to Kyla Szemplinski, MS, of the UT-TSU Shelby County Extension Office: “4-H is one of the nation’s largest youth organizations that offers hands-on learning opportunities, developing life skills such as leadership, citizenship and responsibility through positive youth development approaches and research-based educational programs that help youth become the best versions of themselves. Being a member of 4-H allows youth to meet industry professionals, work with adult mentors, discover their passions, and build their skill sets, all of which can help youth become positive influences in their communities and successful adult leaders. 4-H offers many educational benefits to youth. Agents work with youth in the field with tangible educational materials that allow youth to experiment and discover something entirely new they might not receive in lecture classes. Through 4-H, youth can participate in educational contests where they can test their knowledge and skills against other youth

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and adult members.” Started in 1954, its main goal is “to promote sportsmanship, stewardship, and leadership through horsemanship.” Jocelyn Atkinson, District Commissioner of the West Tennessee Pony Club (WTPC), provides the following information: “Everyone is welcome to join WTPC! Kids ages 6 and up may join, and we have adult members as well. You can join as an unmounted member if you do not have a horse but still want to learn. Pony Club really helps kids to become independent and responsible for themselves and their horses. They learn excellent time management skills and present themselves well. They also gain a greater appreciation of how much work, time, and money goes into being successful with horses. ‘Hard work pays off’ is an invaluable lesson in life! Pony Club kids grow up be horse professionals or very knowledgeable amateurs with a comprehensive understanding of horse health and management. We have WTPC kids who are competing on top collegiate eventing teams, attending prestigious vet schools. and working as professional trainers. Pony Club gives them the foundational education and self-discipline to succeed in a variety of equine careers. WTPC holds 2 meetings a month, one mounted and one unmounted. The mounted “meeting” is typically a riding lesson with a clinician or regional instructor focusing on one of the 3 disciplines of eventing: dressage, show jumping, or cross country. This month we have brought in Alex du Celiee-Muller from Little Rock for a dressage clinic; this summer we had Christian & Zoe Love, members of the US Mounted Games Association, come to us from Nashville to give a clinic on mounted games. Our unmounted meetings focus on proper horsemanship (stable management and horse health). Here we bring in regional experts like vets & farriers to discuss common issues and best practices. At Pony Club you are tested on both your horse management knowledge and riding skills to become certified and move up the levels. We then send teams to compete regionally and nationally according to certification level. At these competitions, called rallies, members are scored on their horse & barn management as well as their riding. At competition, youth compete without the help of adults, which instills self-reliance, responsibility, discipline, and the ability to work together as a team. The US Pony Club publishes handbooks at each level, which we study for certifications and to compete as a team at Quiz Rally, which is like a knowledge bowl. Kids that participate in Pony Club become experts in proper horse management, safety, & equipment!”

Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA):

Education for all Ages regionally, statewide, and even nationally. These contests are designed to help youth improve their problem solving/critical thinking skills, communication, teamwork and decision making skills. Besides contests, 4-H members also have opportunities to apply for and win scholarships only available to active members. To win these scholarships, youth have to demonstrate what they have learned and accomplished in 4-H with their projects, leadership and citizenship they have done within their county.” Joining 4-H is easy, free, and open to all youths in grades 4-12. There is even a non-competitive group for those in kindergarten-3rd grade. Contact your county’s Extension office for more information.

Pony Club:

According to the United States Pony Clubs Inc. website, ponyclub.org, Pony Club is “an educational organization which builds the foundations of teamwork and sportsmanship through riding, mounted sports, and care of horse and ponies, while developing and enhancing leadership, confidence, responsibility, and a sense of community in its youth

IEA was established in the spring of 2002 with just 200 participants; it now has over 14,500 members in 46 states across North America, according to the website, rideiea.org. IEA competition is offered across three disciplines: hunt seat, western, and dressage, and the wonderful part is, IEA riders do not need to own a horse or even tack to participate. In addition to the three disciplines of riding competition, IEA also offers an online Hippology Academy, Zone and National Scholarships, National Youth Board, and more. With a goal of providing an affordable way for youth to participate in equestrian sport, IEA creates partnerships. Whether it’s a team consisting of horse and rider or friends at the barn, “an IEA rider has the opportunity to develop competitive riding skills, make lasting memories, and further his or her riding ability in college and beyond.” “IEA’S mission is to promote lifelong involvement in equestrian athletics.” Good horsemanship and honorable participation are prioritized at every event and competition. Members are expected to “foster a spirit of belongingness, an atmosphere of community enjoyment, and a mutual respect for all participants.” To learn more about this organization or get started on your IEA journey, go to www.rideiea. org.

Natural Horsemanship:

Natural horsemanship is less of an organization and more of a philosophy, incorporating the horse’s natural instincts and means of communication. Guided by natural horsemanship, an equestrian understands clear communication and positive reinforcement, such as applying and releasing pressure, are natural ways to train and create a partnership with the horse. Unlike traditional training methods that can incorporate fear, force, punishment, or dominance, natural horsemanship relies on a low-stress, patient approach which creates a true relationship between horse and human. Anyone can learn these methods as a means to enhance his or her equine knowledge base. Natural horsemanship clinics are put on across the country to allow interested equestrians to witness this type of learning in person and gain both skills and confidence needed to incorporate natural horsemanship into their training. Natural horsemanship competitions are held as well, so trainers can showcase the bond they have created with their horse using these techniques. To get involved, research a natural horsemanship trainer who appeals to you. Most of them offer memberships, videos, clinics, and more resources to help further your equestrian education and apply it to your horse. Whether it’s 4-H, Pony Club, IEA, or Natural Horsemanship that appeals to you or your child, it is wise for equestrians of all ages to seek new ways to evolve in their learning and riding skills. Each of these programs provide the opportunities, knowledge, skills, and discipline needed to advance in riding, prepare for an equine career, or just prepare the equestrian for life in general.

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Education News:

September, 2023

The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. Awards College Scholarships to Members In its commitment to education, The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) offers a variety of college scholarships, and this year, USPC has awarded a total of $7,500 in college scholarships to seven Pony Club members in 2023. These exceptional recipients all demonstrated outstanding achievements in academics, sportsmanship, and leadership through horsemanship. “These students are excellent examples of what a Pony Club education has to offer,” said USPC Executive Director Teresa Woods. “The life skills that Pony Club teaches will serve them well in the classroom, the workplace, and beyond. Our college scholarships reflect our commitment to education and give back to a membership that values the pursuit of knowledge and excellence in all forms.”

Pony Club is honored to recognize the following individuals:

2023 USPC Triple Crown Nutrition Scholarship ($1,000), sponsored by Triple Crown Nutrition, official feed sponsor of USPC—Shawn Walden (Pictured below) This scholarship rewards members for excellence in academics and outstanding achievements in Pony Club. This year’s recipient is Shawn Walden of Lake Waukomis, Mo., a C-3 Eventing and H-B Horse Management certified member of Mill Creek Pony Club in the Midwest Region. He is a film major planning on attending either the University of Missouri or Arizona State University.

2023 USPC Dorothy Renfro Memorial Scholarship ($1,000)—Natalie Hamilton (Pictured below) This scholarship is awarded annually for higher education to an active Pony Club member who exhibits the qualities that Dorothy Renfro valued most: leadership, horse management, and volunteering time and energy to beneficial activities. Natalie Hamilton of Reno, Nev., was this year’s recipient. A member of Silver State Pony Club in the Sierra Pacific Region, Hamilton has earned her C-1 Dressage, C-2 Hunt Seat Equitation and H-A Horse Management certifications. She is an animal science and management major attending the University of California, Davis. 2023 Anson W.H. Taylor Memorial Scholarship from USPC and Equine Land Conservation Resource ($1,500)—Meghan Hill (Pictured below) The Anson W.H. Taylor Memorial Scholarship is sponsored by Pony Club and Equine Land Conservation Resource (ELCR) in memory of former Pony Club president and ELCR founder, Anson Taylor. The scholarship is awarded to a current Pony Club member who has been actively committed to land conservation efforts. Meghan Hill of Petaluma, Calif., is a C-1 Dressage and C-2 Horse Management certified member of Sonoma Coastal EquesTraining Center Pony Club Riding Center in the Sierra Pacific Region. She is majoring in sustainability and management at Royal Holloway University, University of London.

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Education News: 2023 USPC Jubilee Scholarship ($1,000 each)—Julia Magsam and Delaney O’Neil (Pictured below L to R)

The Pony Club Jubilee Scholarships are awarded to two Pony Club members for excellence in academic pursuits and outstanding achievements in Pony Club. The scholarship was established in honor of USPC’s 50th anniversary in 2004. This year’s recipients are Julia Magsam and Delaney O’Neil. A member of Bluegrass Pony Club in the Midsouth Region, Julia Magsam of Sadieville, Ky., has earned her C-3 in Dressage, C-1 in Eventing, and H-B in Horse Management. Magsam is a second-time USPC scholarship recipient, pursuing a degree in biomedical sciences at Georgetown College in Kentucky. Delaney O’Neil of White Hall, Md., is a member of Elkridge-Harford Pony Club in the Maryland Region. O’Neil has earned a C-2 in Eventing and Horse Management. She intends to study nursing. 2023 Stanley R. and Martha C. Helbert Memorial Scholarship ($1,000)—Samuel “Levi” Moreland (Pictured Below) The Stanley R. and Martha C. Helbert Scholarship is awarded annually to a Pony Club member pursuing the liberal arts in areas such as literature, music, theater, and visual arts. Samuel “Levi” Moreland of Dallas, Ga., was this year’s recipient and is a C-2 Eventing and Horse Management certified member of Atlanta Pony Club in the South Region. He plans to major in architectural engineering at Kennesaw State University.

2023 USPC Bodgie Read Memorial Scholarship ($1,000)—Lydia McKenzie (Pictured Below) The Bodgie Read Memorial Scholarship is given to a Dressage- or Eventing-certified member who exhibits the qualities that Bodgie Read valued most: volunteerism and participation in both disciplines. This year’s recipient is Lydia McKenzie from Columbus, Ohio. McKenzie has earned her C-2 in Eventing and Horse Management and is a member of Hunter’s Run Pony Club in the Tri-State Region. She will be pursuing a nursing major. Pony Club scholarship recipients are selected through an application process administered by Pony Club, with essay submissions reviewed by a scholarship committee and chosen according to the unique requirements for each opportunity. Visit the Pony Club website to learn more about our college scholarship opportunities.

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Greener Pastures Late Summer and Early Fall Pasture Management

By Kyla Szemplinski, MS and Chris Cooper, PhD UT TSU Shelby County Extension When the summer heat finally decides to wind down, it’s a great time for horse own-

ers to evaluate their pastures. Late summer and early fall are a great time of the year to reseed pastures, depending on what kind of grasses horse owners have in their fields (cool season or warm season). If you are unaware of what kind of grasses you have in your field, look to see when the grasses start to turn brown as the tempera-

ture starts to drop. Cool season grasses, like Kentucky bluegrass, Timothy, Tall Fescue, Ryegrass, Wheat and Orchardgrass will start to turn green and grow; while warm season grasses like Crabgrass, Bermuda, Foxtail and Bahia will start to turn brown. For Tall Fescue, Orchardgrass and Timothy, the optimum time to reseed is August 15th- October 1st. For other cool season grasses, like Rye and annual Ryegrass, the optimum time is August 15th- October 15th, and Wheat can be reseeded starting in September until mid-November. Warm season grasses are best to reseed in late spring or early summer as temperatures go back up. Another concern for equine owners in fall pasture management is the nutrient content, especially non-structural carbohydrates (NSC). NSC content is dependent on what type of pasture grasses horse owners have. Horse owners further south and west in Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, and Georgia, are more likely to have warm season grasses; while horse owners further north or east, in Kentucky and Arkansas, might have more cool season grasses. Typically, cool season grasses will have higher NSC content than warm season grasses. This is due to cool season grasses

being able to store fructan in the leaf vacuoles of the plant, while warm season grasses store starch in the chloroplasts of the leaves. Additionally, cool season grasses do not have the ability to limit fructan accumulation, while warm season grasses do once the plant becomes saturated. It is no secret that metabolic issues, such as obesity, insulin sensitivity and pasture based laminitis are linked to higher NSC intake. Concerned horse owners with more cool season grass pastures should consider limiting their horses’ pasture turnout to early in the morning or nighttime if they are concerned about NSC overload, since NSC is the highest in the afternoon. Owners with more warm season grasses in their pastures generally do not have to worry about NSC overload, since those grasses will be going dormant and can self-limit when they have excess sugar. Fall is also another good time to spray perennial weeds with herbicides. As temperatures drop, it is also a good time to reapply fertilizer. Another application of nitrogen (40-50 pounds) in September is fine, but remember to let some rain wash the fertilizer off grass before turning horses back out. Besides grass management, horse own-

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ers should also consider fence maintenance. Horse owners should walk their entire fence lines and see what areas need to be upgraded/repaired in addition to possible tree limb removal. These upgrades should be done as soon as possible before winter temperatures roll in and daylight becomes less. Water sources (automatic and troughs) should also be inspected. Owners should check to see if the pipes for automatic sources are well- insulated for below freezing temps and also check water trough heaters (along with outdoor extension cords) and heated buckets’ function as well. Outdoor

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water troughs should be moved under covered shelter if possible, be inspected for any cracks, and ensure it can safely hold a trough heater. If any of these items need to be upgraded/replaced, horse owners should do so at once. Any further questions about late summer/fall pasture management, please do not hesitate to contact your county’s Extension office. UT TSU Shelby County Extension can be reached at 901-752-1207 during normal business hours Monday through Friday 8am-4:30pm.

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Competition Zone West TN Barrel Horse Association Barrel Race held at the Houston Levee Cowboy Church Circle C Arena Photography by Gary Cox

MIXED GRASS SQAURE BALES: $6.50 MIXED GRASS ROLLS, 4X5 NET, WRAPPED: $60 BERMUDA $9.50 ALFALFA $12

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JLJ Productions Barrel Race Series held at ASU Equine Center’s Gary Meadows Arena Photography by Gary Cox

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BuckWild Bucking Stock Content and Photography by Paul Nolte

The final of a three- part Bull Riding Series was held Sunday, August 23rd in Como Miss. BuckWild Bucking Stock was the host of this family friendly Bull Riding event which featured 10 riders in the Junior Division and 21 riders in the Open. This month Collin Roberts, a Junior rider, had the winning score of 68 points for his bull ride. For the open riders, Jayden Jackson was the buckle winner with the highest point average in the series. The next Sunday Funday event will be September 17th. Check out BuckWild Bucking Stock for additional information.

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NHBA MS01 & MS 02 Co Sanctioned Point Show held at Calhoun County Agri-Center in Pittsboro, Miss. Photography by Gary Cox

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Marketplace Classifieds

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Australian Cattle dogs (Blue Heelers) well bred for confirmation, temperament, intelligence, & working cattle. Pups available November (will hold to Christmas) Can take deposits to hold and have 1st pick.

see more photos at: Huffman Farms Blue Heelers Hernando, MS BOARDING

Lakeland 14 stall barn for rent. Wash rack, feed/tack room and hay storage. $1,500/month for the entire barn or $125/month per stall (3 stall minimum). Non public use only. Nice barn apartment for rent: $700 a month. 901 338 9686. Lakeland 3 acre pasture with 3 stall barn for rent. 2 horses maximum. $250/month. 901 338 9696

Boarding at beautiful WHITE OAK FARM: Located on 40 acres in northeast Shelby County at 10023 Rosemark Rd. Fullboard $450/month. Board includes stall cleaning/shavings and morning/evening feedings. Numerous amenities include large stalls with windows, stall fans, heated waterers, turnout pastures, lighted outdoor arena or inside barn riding, crosstie area with hot/ cold wash rack, fly spray system, Bermuda hay grown and baled onsite. Gated facility with owners and farm manager living on property. Call Sammy 901-8333075.

Nice friendly barn located in Cordova/ Memphis, TN. Located 15 minutes from Germantown, Bartlett, East Memphis and Shelby Farms. Owners are on site. Retired or Aged horse’s welcome! High dry barn, trails, and small arena. Call Rob (901) 359-3341

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September Calendar of Events

AGRICENTER SHOWPLACE ARENA

(901) 757-7777 ext.7106 http://www.agricenter.org/events/ Sept. 22-24: Volunteer Ranch Horse Association GERMANTOWN CHARITY HORSE SHOW GROUNDS

www.gchs.org (901) 754-0009 Sept. 22-24: Exel Horse Show MISSISSIPPI HORSE PARK

Starkville, MS (662)325-0508; (662)325-9350 https://mshorsepark.com/events Sept. 21-24: Horse Poor Barrel Race ROANE STATE EXPO CENTER

Roane State Community College, Harriman, TN http://www.roanestate.edu/?6497-Events-Calendar Sept. 1-3: ETHA Sept. 9-10: Centerline Sept. 16: NBHA Sept. 29-30: JR N Spurs Invitational Rodeo TENNESSEE MILLER LIVESTOCK CENTER MTSU

Murfreesboro, TN www.mtsu.edu/tmc Sept. 6: State FFA Livestock Judging Contest Sept. 8-10: Music City Fall Festival of Horses Sept. 14-16: National Spotted Saddle Horse Fall Show TENNESSEE MILLER COLISEUM MTSU

Murfreesboro, TN www.mtsu.edu/tmc Sept. 1-3: NBHA Music City Super Show Sept. 14-17: TQHA Circuit Sept. 23-30: The TWA National TRI-STATE EXHIBITION CENTER

Cleveland, TN 423-476-9310 www.tristateexhibitioncenter.org Sept. 1-3: JRX Roping Sept. 6-9: NRHA World Show Sept. 22-23: Brent Graft Clinic Sept. 29-30: NBHA TUNICA ARENA & EXPOSITION CENTER

Tunica, MS (662)363-3299 https://tunicaarena. com/ Sept. 29-October 1: Gypsy Live UT MARTIN AG PAVILION & EQUESTRIAN

utmsports.com/sports/equestrian/schedule/2022-23 (731)881-7221 Sept. 29: UTM v South Carolina Sept. 30: UTM v Georgia INTERCOLLEGIATE RODEO ASSOCIATION

http://www.collegerodeo.com Sept. 28-30: NIRA @ University of West Alabama TENNESSEE HS RODEO ASSOCIATION

(731) 658-5867 http://tnhsra.com Sept. 9-10: HSRA Rodeo Athens, AL LITTLE BRITCHES RODEO

www.nlbra.com, mslbra.org/schedule https://www.mslbra.org/entry Sept. 9: North Georgia LBR

Sept. 16: Southeast LBR Sept. 16: Southeast KY LBR Sept. 16: Alabama LBR Sept. 16: Deep South LBR Sept. 16: MSLBRA Sept. 23: Tennessee LBR Sept. 30: Florida LBR Sept. 30: LALBRA

US PONY CLUB

https://www.ponyclub.org/Calendars/Events. aspx https://midsouth.ponyclub.org/calendar/ https://deepsouth.ponyclub.org/ https://middletennessee.ponyclub.org/calendar/ Sept. 29-October 1: Midwest Region Upper Level Testing - C3 and HB Sept. 29-October 1: DSR Qualifying Eventing Rally Sept. 16: Tetrathlon Rally COWBOY CHURCH

Sarah, MS. 548 Bryant Lane. Bryant Lane Cowboy Church. Info: facebook Wynne, AR. CR 381. Three Trees Cowboy Church. Info: threetreescowboychurch.com; facebook Collierville, TN. 1656 N. Col-Arl. Rd. Old West Special Trails. Sunday 10:30 am. Cordova, TN: Houston Levee Cowboy Church: Sundays at 4:30 pm at Houston Levee Community Center, 1801 N. Houston Levee Rd. in Cordova, followed by Open Arena at Circle C Arena next door behind Calvary Church. Visit HoustonLeveeCowboyChurch.com or call 901355-3204 for more information. HORSE SALES/ADOPTIONS

FIRST SATURDAY: Houston, MS. Triple E Livestock. Tack 10 am. Horses 2 pm. Info: A.J. Ellis 662-401-9760; 662-266-2808 FOURTH SATURDAY: Holly Springs, MS. Marshall County Fairgrounds. Marshall Co. Livestock Exchange. 662-317-9021 FIRST, THIRD, FIFTH FRIDAY: Woodbury Livestock Market, 2403 McMinnville Hwy. Tack 5:30 p.m.; Horses 8 pm. Info: (423) 4478119 FIRST SATURDAY: Hattiesburg, MS. T. Smith Livestock Sales. Tack 10:30 am. Horses 1:30 pm. Info: 601-583-0828 SECOND SATURDAY: Gleason, TN. West TN Auction Barn. 330 Fence Rd. Tack 5:30 pm. Horses 8 pm. Info: Chucky Greenway 731-5718198 SECOND & FOURTH SATURDAY: Carthage, MS. Farmers Livestock Marketing. Tack 1 pm. Horses 5 pm. Info: 601-267-7884; 662-3179021 APPALOOSA SHOWS

https://www.appaloosa.com/showcalendar, http://www.tennesseeappaloosa.org/ Sept. 8-11: United Colors (Newberry, FL) BARREL RACING

http://www.nbha.com; https://ibra.us/shows/ US-TN-WEST Local District Shows Sept. 1-3: NBHA Music City Super Show CUTTING HORSE

www.nchacutting.com

Sept. 1: Cotton Stakes Night Show (West Monroe, LA) Sept. 1: ETCHA September Senior World Tour 1 (Harriman, TN) Sept. 2: ETHCA September Senior World Tour 2 (Harriman, TN) Sept. 2: Cotton Stakes Night Show (West Monroe, LA) Sept. 3: ETHCA September Senior World Tour 3 (Harriman, TN) Sept. 7-8: KCHA Bluegrass Futurity SWT 1 (Shelbyville, KY) Sept. 8-9: KCHA Bluegrass Futurity SWT 2 (Shelbyville, KY) Sept. 8-9: KCHS Bluegrass Futurity Novice Youth 2 (Shelbyville, KY) Sept. 9-10: KCHA Bluegrass Futurity Novice Youth 3 (Shelbyville, KY) Sept. 15-17: FCHA Senior World Tour (Ocala, FL) Sept. 16-17: FCHA Novice Youth (Ocala, FL) Sept. 16: Northeast MS CHA (Prairie, MS) Sept. 22-24: Alabama Cutting Horse Association (Hartford, AL) Sept. 22-23: Area 18 Championship Weekend Show (Statesboro, GA) Sept.r 22-23: Area 18 Senior World Tour 1(Statesboro, GA) Sept. 22-24: Senior World Tour 13 (New Roads, LA) Sept. 22-23: Tri Lakes September Weekend Show (Lakeview, AR) Sept. 23: 13 Rodeo Stay Weekend (New Roads, LA) Sept. 29-30: Senior World Tour Acadian CHA (Hattiesburg, MS) DRESSAGE

www.mid south dressage academy.org, www.TNDressage.com, www.tvdcta.org, kentuckydressageassociation.com, https://sites. google.com/view/greystonedressage/home, https://www.flightlinedressageshows.com Sept. 2-3: Scenic Flight IV Dressage Show (Full Circle Horse Park) Sept. 9-10: Mountaineer Flight Dressage Show II (Ruby Research Farm) Sept. 9: Greystone Dressage Fall Extravaganza Virtual Show Sept. 17: 2023 Get Your Groove On Schooling Show (Mid-South Dressage Academy) Sept. 30: CTDA Dressage Schooling Show (Brownland Farm) EVENTING

http://useventing.com; www.river-glen.com Sept. 1-3: Chattahoochee Hill H.T. Sept. 13: The Vista Fall YEH/NEH Qualifier Sept. 29-October 1: Stable View Oktoberfest 2/3/4* and H.T. Sept. 30-October 1: River Glen Gathering GAITED HORSES

https://nwha.com, www.sshbea.org, www.walkinghorseowners.com, www.shobaonline.com Sept. 9: SSHBEA Horse Show (JMP Arena) Sept. 6-9: RMHA International (Kentucky Horse Park) Sept. 16: BPWHA Horse Show (Rockcastle Co. Fairgrounds) Sept. 19-23: SSHBEA Horse Show (Walking Horse Celebration Grounds) Sept. 19-23: SSHBEA 39th Fall World Championship (Cooper Steele Arena) Sept. 24-30: NWHA National Championship Horse Show (Tennessee Miller Coliseum) Sept. 28-October 1: Fall Brawl (Circle E Guest Ranch)

HUNTER/ JUMPERS

Sept. 6-10: Brownland Farm Fall I Sept. 9: Oak View Stables Schooling Show Series (Olive Branch, MS) Sept. 9: Windover Farms VII (NR) Sept. 10: Windover Farms VIII (NR) Sept. 13-17: Brownland Farm Fall II Sept. 16-17: ETHA Walnut Grove Show (Talbot, TN) Sept. 22-24: ExEL Fall Classic (GCHS SHow Grounds, Germantown, TN) Sept. 23-24: ETHA Sonny Brooke Stable Show (Knoxville, TN) Sept. 30: No Frills 5 (Brownland Farm) PAINT/ PINTO:

www.apha.com, www.missphc.com, tphconline11.homestead.com, www.volunteerstatepintoorg.com Sept. 7-9: United Colors Show (Newberry, FL) PASO FINO

www.pfha.org, www.tvpfha.com Sept. 19-23: Grand National Horse Show (World Equestrian Center) QUARTER HORSE SHOWS

www.tqha.org, www.mqha.org, www.wtqha. org, www.midsouthquarterhorse.com, facebook Mid-South Breeders Sept. 14-17: TQHA Circuit (Tennessee Miller Coliseum) Sept. 15-17: MQHA/MQYHA Fall Classic (Lauderdale County Agri-Center) RANCH HORSE

www.americanranchhorse.net, www.volrha.com Sept. 2-3: MS Ranch Horse Association (Montgomery County Coliseum) Sept. 8-10: Georgia Ranch Horse Association (Statesboro, GA) Sept. 22-24: September Beat the Heat (Agricenter Showplace Arena) RODEOS & BULL RIDING

www.ipra-rodeo.com, www.prorodeo.com, www.lonestarrodeocompany.com 2: Mountain Heritage Bulls, Broncs & Barrels (Pioneer, TN) 2-3: Sevier County Fairgrounds Rodeo (Sevierville, TN) 8-9: Mountain City Rodeo (Mountain City, TN) 8-9: Dalton Pro Rodeo (Dalton, GA) 8-9: Giles County Beef Festival (Pulaski, TN) 8-9: Malvern ARA/IPRA Rodeo (Malvern, AR) 8-9: Saline County Fair & Rodeo (Benton, AR) 8-9: 3rd Annual Walker County Constables Pro Rodeo (Jasper, AL) 10: Thousand Hills Cowboy Church 15 Years of Bucking (Ethridge, TN) 15: George County Firefighters Pro Rodeo #1 (Lucedale, MS) 15-16: Cowboy Up Far Out Parks Rodeo (Horn Lake, MS) r15-17: TN Valley Fair Rodeo (Knoxville, TN) 15-17: Lincoln County Fair and Rodeo (Fayetteville, TN) 22-23: 1st Annual Buckin on the Bigbee (Burnsville, MS) 22-23: Meigs County Rodeo (Decatur, TN) 22-23: Pike County Fair Rodeo (Glenwood, AR) 22-23: Lawrence Cattlemen’s Rodeo (Moulton, AR)

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