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Volume 7 Issue 3 June 24, 2013 SHOW RING TIMES
In This Issue:
Chattanooga Cleveland Charity Eastwood Farm Feature Meet Bresdin Mihlek Greater Boston Bonnie Blue National Nebraska Charity Des Moines Springfest UPHA Chapter 1 Mid South Premiere Dog And Pony Show Feature New River Valley Riding For The Cure News Directory Candids of the Week Burlington Spring Southern Saddlebred Calendar Best of Times
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Attache’s Chocolate Thunder
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Time To Go
National Academy Finals
A Holiday Affair
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Callaway’s Forty-Niner
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CH Heir Popper
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CH Recoup
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Congratulations Darlene Deblois
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Daybreak Silvermine
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Don’t Ask Why
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Fortunate Encounter
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Hawkeye’s Private Conversation
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Lady Latte
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Lady Penelope
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Let’s Get It Started
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Make A Selection
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MBA’s Shadow Phax
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Pure Bliss
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Sound The Call
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Sunset Titleist
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Team American Saddlebreds
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Thunderboomer
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Uptown Chatter
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Ventura’s Stella Bella
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You’re Looking Swell Dolly
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Zeus
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Greater Boston Stays Strong Despite Chilly Temperatures By April Provencher Topsfield, MA-Memorial Day weekend has always been the unofficial start to the summer season in New England, but this year Mother Nature had different plans. Despite the cold, wet and windy weekend, entries were almost 500 strong for the Greater Boston Charity Horse Show in Topsfield, MA. Since it’s first year in 2009, this horse show is held to benefit the UpReach Therapeutic riding center in Goffstown, NH. This nonprofit organization was founded in 1992 by Edie Loeb Tomasko. It now consists of 4 full time and 4 part time employees and over 100 volunteers. UpReach aids in the improvement of the lives of emotionally, physically, and psychologically challenged children and adults. The show committee always go above and beyond to make this show very exhibitor friendly, which draws the top horses from the Northeast to compete at this 3 day show. Thursday evening hosts a pizza party which features a “free raffle” where each attendee is given a ticket for a chance to win a prize. These prizes included horse related items and gift cards to tack shops and restaurants. Complimentary coffee and doughnuts were available each morning in the arena. Friday evening offered a catered Barbeque featuring chicken, pulled pork, corn bread, cole slaw and mac & cheese. This was followed by mechanical bull riding, which was enjoyed by spectators as well as those brave enough to step up on the wild ride. The mechanical bull was sponsered by The Parkman Family Foundation. Saturday morning started with the Academy division. Lillian Gilpan of Rockinghorse Farm was gracious enough to volunteer the judging duties for the very popular division which ranged from adults to the beginner’s walk only class. The morning also started with a ring side buffet breakfast for all to enjoy. The Saturday afternoon session featured an ice cream sundae social sponsored by High Tail Acres. Kids of all ages could be seen enjoying the frozen treat even though temps were only in the 50’s. Greater Boston offers classes for Saddlebreds, Morgans and Hackneys as well as open breed classes for adults, junior exhibitors and novice riders. With such a great organization benefitting from a very well run horse show, it’s a great place for spectators and exhibitors to enjoy a sport we love so much. UPREACH THERAPEUTIC RIDING CENTER, INC. 153 Paige Hill Rd, PO Box 335, Goffstown NH 03045 www.upreachtrc.org “where horses help hopes become reality” A 501(c )3 non-profit corporation
Every year many children and adults are diagnosed with physical and emotional disabilities. While conventional therapies do so much to physically heal them, these therapies do not always bring about a feeling of emotional well-being and self-gratification. Physical goals are achieved as the three dimensional movement of the horse provides the sensory input of the precise, repetitive pattern of the normal human walk. Self-esteem and independence are achieved through cause and effect relationships that are built through caring for and riding or driving a horse. Image the sense of freedom and hope that a child in a wheelchair feels while riding on the back of one of these majestic animals, or the sense of trust that is learned by caring for a loving animal so much bigger than themselves. UpReach cannot continue to change lives without generous donations and support from the community and special events such as this show. We invite you to visit us and see first hand how “horses help hopes become reality” Thank you for all your support and good luck.
Clever Trevor and owner Janet Lewis were a beautiful team and earned the blue in the Adult country pleasure class under the direction of Cater Stables. Page 11
Scenes f rom the Greater Boston Charity Horse Show
Thea Post rode to victory in the 8 & under walk and trot equitation class. Thea rides with Verrill Stable under the direction of Jess Verrill and Sam Sargent.
JW Beware and owner Mia Stagner captured the blue in the walk and trot hunt seat pleasure class.
Gypsy’s Cosmopolitan and Alissa Leonard wowed the judge to win the Open three gaited jackpot class under the guidance of Jaisen Von Ballmoos of Fairview Stable.
John, Sherri and Tyler Lampropoulos celebrated the Five gaited jackpot victory with Charmed Forever along with owner Tracy Osborn Pike.
Friday night’s entertainment consisted of a barbeque and Mechanical Bull riding.
Ultimate Spitfire and Candy Chieppo took home top honors in the Amateur five gaited championship.
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Clara McCool was all smiles after her win!
The girls of Fiesta Farm had an impressive show!
Catherine Wheeler had an absolutely breaktaking debut aboard Swing and Singing to trot away with the Jr. Ex. Three Gaited qualifier blue and championship tri- color.
After one of their best performances yet, Gabe Deknatel and The Dailey Lottery racked away with a well earned amateur championship tricolor!
Jr. Three Gaited Champion Undulata’s Secret Rendezvous and John Conaster.
Steve and Tiffany Wheeler had a successful show, most notably with Dr. Owen Weavers breathtaking Foxs Grapes The Tiger Lilly to win the Open Five Gaited Championship.
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Attaches Chocolate Thunder had a stellar performance with Lynda St. Andrew at the lines, to win the Country Pleasure Driving Qualifier and Championship
Coming together with style and grace, the team of A Dream in Color and Alexandra Bowlen stole the show to win Jr. Ex. Five Gaited Championship under the direction of Cater Stables!
Robin McGahey and Kim Ann Timmons enjoy a moment together after Robins great drive with My Time To Dream to win the Fine Harness Championship!
Callaways Born For This and Sallie-Mason Wheeler are congratulate by Catherine Wheeler after their Jr. Ex. Five Gaited win!
Molly Codeanne and Zagnut are truly an exciting pair to watch in the equitation division. Coming together successfully under the Cater Stables banner!
Maddie Bagshaw from Verrill Stables brings back to the blue to NH! Page 21
The 2013 Nebraska Charity Horse Show
Absolutely Got It and Mark Van Zomeren in the ASB Three-YearOld Sweepstakes class(4)
Azure Dreams and Kate Lewis
Dreamacre’s Lovin’ Spoonful with owner and rider Sra Eaton after taking the blue in the ASB Three-Gaited English Country Pleasure Adult class. Collective Soul with Gabriella Taylor the ASB Hunter Country Pleasure Amateur Stake Champion
Heir’s Wing Man and rider Audrey Crites after winning the Saddle Seat Pleasure Equitation Class Page 22
Jackie Rongish atop Gypsy’s Irish Treasure
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The 2013 Nebraska Charity Horse Show
Lauren Beck atop I’m Absolutely On Phire after winning the UPHA Pleasure Challenge Cup rider 17 and under
Leatherwood’s Sutton Place with rider Stefaine Kritzler owned by Karen Van Diest winning the ASB Five-Gaited Open Class (2)
Monnington’s Mr. Darcy and Mark Van Zomeren riding for Haley and Deb Sturges winning the Open English Pleasure class
Nadine Van Zomeren atop Heirronic after winning the National Horse Show Good Hands Class(3)
Preferred’s Gray Miracle and Isaac Deurloo winning the ASB Park Open Stake
The Crescendo with rider Avis Van Zomeren before winning the ASB Three-Gaited English Country Pleasure Junior Exhibitor class
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Des Moines Springfest
Afton Greif and Game Day
Erin Mc Naughton atop Callaway’s Made In Missouri winning the Show Pleasure Junior Exhibitor 13 and under
Wendy Finch-Levi’s and Jurjen II Fan Henswoude
Brooke Boyer atop He’s Heaven Sent taking the Blue in Saddle Seat Equitation 17 and Under
Ella Van Diest atop Brianna Fox in their debut in Country Pleasure Junior Exhibitor
Julie Witthoff and Rocky Bay winning the Open English Pleasure Adult Amateur Rider Page 25
Des Moines Springfest
Margaret Homa atop Final Deklaration winning the Show Pleasure Junior Exhibitor
Michael Graham atop Amberwood’s Bellissimo
Nadine Van Zomeren atop Heirronic after winning the Pleasure Equitation Championship
CH Callaway’s Cumulus and Susan Aschenbrenner after winning the Country Pleasure Driving Championship
The Becker Family
The Perfect Pistachio and Amanda Simpson taking the blue in the ASB Park Full Mane and Tail Junior or Novice Horse
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The Horse Park at Woodside May 9th to 12th, 2013 2013 Judge for all divisions: Jay Wood
Lady Renaissance and Bill Tomin FiveGaited Jackpot Stake Champion & Denver Jr Five- Gaited Champion
Grace Arnold and Military Secret
Paige and Salem
Bridget Scholl and niece
Julie Streitfeld and daughter Sami Mister French and Bill Tomin UPHA Park Pleasure Classic Champion Page 27
May 8-11, 2013 | Hale Arena | Kansas City, Missouri Judge: Nelson Green, Nicholasville, KY
Alice Rowland after taking the blue in the NHS Good Hands Class top Linus Van Pe
My Kryptonite with Madison Pope before winning the AHHS Youth Medallion Roadster Under Saddle class
Brooke Boyer atop He’s Heaven Sent
Julie Witthoff atop Rocky Bay taking home the blue in the English Pleasure Saddle Seat Amateur class
Romeo’s Expectation LF driven by Anna Marie Knipp
Kelly Kraegal atop SpringMill Stardust after winning the blue in the Morgan Western Pleasure Championship Page 28
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Reagan Huguley and “Sultan’s Miracle Man” won the Adult Saddleseat Equitation qualifier and championship
Sandy Fox and “Asked and Answered” won the Five Gaited Show Pleasure Limit Rider class. Page 30
“Andre” and Megan Hudson warming up before their class.
Jenny Leech and “Baby Goat” at the after-party
B&W Stables at the after-party
Austin Grace Bentley and “Chosen Man” with Jackie Hale won the Walk and Trot Pleasure Riders 12 and Under qualifier and championship
Kristy Leech and Courtney Huguley help serve up BBQ Sarah Caroline Fernambucq, daughter of Jennifer and Richie Fernambucq, practicing for her leadline class
Austin Cannup and “SS Kentucky” won the Exceptional Rider Walk and Trot only
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Dog and Pony Show Hosted By Mid America Saddlebred Horse Club By Kelly Stewart
The Mid America Saddlebred Horse Club hosted an entertaining evening of food, fashion, and shopping, which was kicked off with a wonderful Saddlebred exhibition. This particular event was a fundraiser for the very worthy Canine Companions for Independence, a non-profit organization which was created over 30 years ago. Their purpose is to breed, raise and train service dogs to enhance the lives of those with disabilities. They’ve also recently started another division, Wounded Veterans’ Initiative. These people with disabilities receive these dogs free of charge. In some situations these service dogs can literally be the lifeline for individuals. Mid America was started over 30 years ago. Through the years Mid America has promoted the American Saddlebred through clinics, seminars, barn tours, mall presentations and the annual charity horse show at Longview Horse Park. This year the club decided to think outside the box a little bit. This was an opportunity to raise money for a very worthy charity and gain some promotion for the American Saddlebred to a potentially new audience. Through conversations with club members enthusiasm grew and the “Dog and Pony Show” was created. It was a year long planning process involving several key members on the event committee, Kelly Stewart - Club President, Don Schilling – 1st Vice President, Mary Zion – 2nd Vice President & Treasurer, Lee Allard – Secretary and Melanie Allen – club member. The event was emceed by Fox4 News Meteorologist, Joe Lauria. To help promote the event Fox 4 conducted an interview with Kelly Stewart, Sandy (the dog trainer), and 7 month old puppy in training , “Gabe.” Also on board to help promote the event was 103.7FM, “Better Horses” radio show hosted by Ernie Rodina, who also conducted an interview with Kelly Stewart. The Dog & Pony Show was held on an absolutely picture perfect spring evening on June 7, 2013 at the classy Ritz Charles in Overland Park, Kansas. The accommodations were absolutely perfect for this event. Guests arrived at 6:30pm for cocktails and hor d’eouvres. At 7pm, guests stepped immediately outside the banquet hall to witness a lovely representation of the American Saddlebred. Several local barns participated in this demonstration. Taylor Thompson rode Callaway’s Informed Source, provided by Abby Road Farm, to represent the Academy division. Madison Morrison, who also rides with Abby Road Farm, rode King’s Blackmail showcasing the Western division. Don Schilling, of Burden Schilling Farm, drove Silver Trinket, exhibiting the fine harness division.
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Dog and Pony Show Hosted By Mid America Saddlebred Horse Club
The grand finale was Christine Douglas atop Admiral Able, owned by Lisa Mullin and in training at Mill Creek Stable, wowing the crowd with the exciting 5 gaits the American Saddlebred is so well known for. After the fun and educational exhibition, guests were invited back inside to shop several local vendors, including artists, jewelry, fashion accessories and bid on silent auction items. Over $3000 was raised for Canine Companions for Independence. As we all know, shopping works up an appetite! The Ritz provided a delicious buffet including a pasta bar, brisket, chicken and most importantly a dessert bar.
The final entertainment for the evening was a fashion show, not only presenting the latest spring styles for humans, but doggie couture as well, provided by Kitty Hays. One good humored gentleman, Baron Link, wore a horse costume to help truly set the tone for the “Dog & Pony Show.� He started the show by escorting two young saddlebred riders out, both donning saddleseat riding attire. The models also wore clothing provided by local merchants, Two Chic, Sazzys, Chicos and Gap for Kids. A big kudos to the models; Stacia Gray, Taylor Thompson, Trenady Keeton and Adam Keeton, who ride at Abby Road Farm as well as Morgan Balentine who rides at McCallister Stable and Carly Thompson who just happens to love horses and fashion. The prancing pooches were a big hit also. A special thank you goes out to Shirley Smith, Joe and Melody Balentime, Donna Follick, and Tandra Keeton for sharing your wonderful pooches with us!
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New River Valley Horse Show Was a Hit Despite Uncooperative Weather! By Ashley Linkous The New River Valley Horse Show was held at the New River Valley Fair Grounds in Dublin, Thursday, May 23 through Saturday, May 25. Exhibitors who arrived to the fairgrounds on Thursday found a ring that was very deep with mud from recent precipitation in the area. Show manager Alice Martens held a meeting with exhibitors prior to show time to discuss the state of the area, and it was decided to cancel the show for that evening. The show must go on, and go on it did! By Friday night, the arena was back in operable condition. The requirement to qualify for championship classes was lifted, and money from canceled classes from Thursday night was awarded in the respective championships. Classes that didn’t have a championship, like the Novice Roadster Pony, were moved to the beginning of the show Friday, May 24. Friday evening was unseasonably cold for Southwest Virginia, and patrons were found huddling together under blankets to enjoy fierce competition despite the chilly weather. Saturday’s weather proved much nicer. The horse show kicked off on Saturday morning with a selection of saddleseat classes for youth, equitation riders, and amateur owner/trainers. The day continued with sections for hunt seat and western riders. Saturday night’s championship classes brought some nice talent to the fairgrounds. Among the most popular were the Jackpot classes that have become so competitive at the NRV Horse show. This year, Joanna’s Lost took the Roadster to Bike Jackpot Stake for owner/driver Rae Lee Mills. Breezy Nite with Brittany Ritter aboard for Betty Smith bested a field of six to be the Three-Gaited Park Jackpot Stake winner. Burt and Miriam Honaker’s Royal Crest Exotic Stone took the Three-Gaited Jackpot Stake victory pass. Sandra Brown drove Jenna Holland’s Get SetN-Go to the Roadster Pony Jackpot Stake, and the final victory pass of the show was made by Nancy Troutman aboard Rappe’ for Danny and Nancy Troutman as the Five-Gaited Jackpot Stake winner from a field of eight entries. The NRV Horse Show always draws a crowd of Saddlebred enthusiasts and local patrons alike. Lots of local businesses enjoy sponsoring the event, which even offers discounted rates for Spectator Appreciation Night. One spectator from the area said she really enjoyed seeing “some beautiful saddlebreds and their amazing gaits” despite the freezing weather she endured on Friday night. Show Manager Alice Martens wants all the exhibitors to know that she appreciates them very much for working with management when faced with poor ring conditions due to lots of rain.
Oak Hill’s Something to Talk About and Dre’ Fourie win the Juvenile Show Pleasure class for Andre Fourie.
Little Samurai and Emma Townley win the Roadster Pony Under Saddle class for owner Naomi Hess.
Back to back wins for Bill Heizer’s crew: Divilicious with Vicki Williams wins the Adult Show Pleasure class, and The Man Can Tango with Suzanne Heizer wins the ASB Hunter Country Pleasure class.
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The “Ridin’ for a Cure” BB&T Relay for Life Charity Horse Show By Ashley Linkous
Royal Crest’s Stone Magic and Ariel Schulte
Bland, VA-The “Ridin’ for a Cure” BB&T Relay for Life Charity Horse Show was held Saturday, April 27 at the Bland County Fairgrounds in Bland, Virginia. The fundraiser had quite the turnout, with Saddlebred enthusiasts from academy all the way through Open 5 Gaited horses. The show attracts horses of all breeds, and the favorite gait of the day may have been “Go As You Please.” The schedule includes classes for academy riders, performance Saddlebreds, mules, miniature horses, speed horses, and walking and racking horses.
An entry from Mountain Trail Stables
The English Halter class may have been the biggest class with 9 entries. Thomas Edison, owned by Tony Miller, impressively channeled his futurity days to take top honors with Matthew Girod leading. Intermission was highlighted by a dog show, and the evening concluded with stock style western and games classes. Many local businesses donated prizes to be raffled and/or funds to help contribute to the success of this show. All proceeds from the show go to Relay for Life and the American Cancer Society.
Buckingham Affair and Chelista Linkous
Country Pleasure Entries Lined up
The Oberoi and Erica Ellington
Hunter Sargent and Leslie Melvin Page 35
News Press Release from Happy Valley Farm Friday, June 21, 2013
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Happy Valley Farm, home to an expansive American Saddlebred show horse breeding and training operation, tragically lost 35 of 36 horses stabled in the main barn when fire erupted on Thursday evening shortly before dark. Daniel Jenner, one of the farm’s horse trainers, stated that the structure was completely engulfed within 20 minutes. “We were Kim Cowart, Marilyn Macfarlane and Bill Waller will judge the 11th able to get one horse out of an end stall on the back side of the barn annual Mid-America Mane Event Show, October 24-27 (Thursdayadjacent to the indoor arena. It was too hot and smoky to get anywhere Sunday) at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield. near the main barn aisle.” Tragically lost in the blaze were four stallions that were the backbone of the breeding operation. Included were the prolific homebred stallion, WC Merchant Prince, who won the Three Year Old Fine Harness National Futurity in 1986 and was sire of many great world’s champions, including World’s Grand Champion Fine Harness and World’s Grand Champion Three-Gaited CH A Sweet Treat, CH Marching Orders, and CH Rejoice among many others. Also perishing were RWC I’m The Prince - sire of twice World’s Grand Champion Three-Gaited CH Grande Gil. The black stallion, WC Harlem’s Friendly Conversation, sire of World’s Champions Kalarama’s Delightful and With A Friend, and finally a stallion son of I’m The Prince, Magical Me. Show horses that perished included WC With A Friend, RWC So Persuasive, I Insist, as well as a number of promising prospects including two full brothers to WC Grande Gill, I’m Grande and Grande Prince; a Junior prospect by Harlem’s Friendly Conversation, I’ll Just Say, who was being readied for competition at the Kentucky State Fair World’s Championship; Such Magic, daughter of Such Sweet Memories and Little Soul, daughter of In My Soul. The cause of the fire is still under investigation by authorities, but foul play is not suspected. The colt barn and broodmare barn were not affected by the blaze. Nearly 25 foals have been born in 2013 and they, together with almost 100 prospects and broodmares, will be the future of Happy Valley.
Good Hands, Pleasure Olympics, Hackney Youth Finals Return Three national finals programs continue at Mane Event: returning for the fifth year is the National Horse Show “Good Hands” Finals, part of the saddle seat equitation triple crown; the National Pleasure Equitation Olympics Finals, separate competitions for riders 13 years and under and riders 14 through 17 years that is sponsored by Illinois American Saddlebred Pleasure Horse Association; and the Hackney Youth Medallion Finals comprised of six classes for which competitors qualify by placing in an official AHHS-sanctioned Youth Medallion class. Mane Event also offers an expansive class list with excellent options for amateurs showing performance and pleasure horses, and boasts ideal facilities for showing young horses. The State Fairgrounds facilities are totally “horse-friendly” and widely recognized as the country’s best show facilities. Horsemen especially like them in the fall because ALL stabling is in enclosed barns convenient to the Coliseum plus there are three warm-up rings – two indoors and a huge covered arena that includes a 50-ft. round pen – all next to the in-gate and available 24/7. Everyone likes showing in the Coliseum’s banked oval arena with its excellent footing.
Understanding that sociability is part of producing a show that is fun for all exhibitors, organizers are planning a new (second) party to bring everyone together on Friday night. For years, exhibitors have Marion “Bit” Hutcheson, owner, and the entire Happy Valley staff raved about Mane Event’s Saturday night exhibitor party, considered would like to express their deepest appreciation for your condolences. by many to be the best on the show circuit with multiple catered gourmet food stations (including the famous Lobster Bisque) and no long waiting lines. show ring times Rep
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Mid-America Mane Event entry booklet will be ready in August. To request a printed copy, call Show Manager Joy Meierhans at 630/5572575; or email JM@TheMeierhans.com. Last year’s Mane Event class list can still be viewed at www.MidAmericaHorseShow.org, where this year’s entry booklet will be available to download and print. Mane Event is produced by Mid-America Horse Show Association, one of the largest ASHA charter clubs.
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Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show Celebrates 90 Years By Ashley Linkous Blowing Rock, NC-Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show was held Thursday, June 6 through Sunday, June 9 at the Blowing Rock Equestrian Preserve in Blowing Rock, North Carolina. Thursday began with a rain delay. Management made the decision for qualifying to be optional, due to dense fog and wet conditions. Show attire was optional as well, and exhibitors were seen in blue jeans, rain jackets, and ball caps more frequently than in riding habits. By Saturday and Sunday the weather cleared and the sun shined bright for the academy and stake classes. Hospitality abounded during the horse show. Several gift cards, a picture from show photographer Sandra Hall, and tickets to the local attraction Tweetsie Railroad were all auctioned off in free raffles. Breakfast was provided each day, and after each session lunch, snacks, and beverages were available. One afternoon’s celebration was a 90thparty for the horse show, complete with delicious birthday cake and party favors. Sunday morning’s Championship Brunch featured shrimp and grits, and guest of honor Mr. Ray Cloninger. The long time show manager will be retiring this year. He will be missed by exhibitors and show staff alike. Another notable event from the week was Saturday’s last class –Trainers Equitation. Four brave entries made the gate call. Andre Fourie quickly got the crowd’s attention with his arms up, elbows out, and sitting his bold mount’s big trot. Right before the reverse, Midge Hunt pulled her steed into center ring and quickly dismounted for a timeout. Her team rushed in to provide her with a chair to sit in, some fanning, and a much needed sip of water. Once rested up, Midge remounted and the class continued. A workout was announced: execute a serpentine down the box seat side, drop stirrups at the top of the turn, and continue trotting down the grandstand side back to the lineup. Rebekah Cloninger, Midge Hunt, and Caroline Walker gracefully executed the pattern. Andre Fouire, however, was caught with only one iron dropped. As results were tabulated, Andre’s team was busy reaching in to pin a blue ribbon on his bridle. He paraded proudly with his ribbon, though ultimately Midge Hunt was determined to have the winning ride. These memories and many more were made this year at the 90th Annual Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show. Southern charm and the beautiful scenery of Blowing Rock, North Carolina make it impossible not to enjoy, and there are surely many more memories to be made!
Sofia Rashid wins the Walk & Trot Equitation 10 Years and Under aboard Callaway’s Kiss & Tell. Page 42
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Scenes from Blowing Rock
VHF Cinnamon Drop Kid and Owner/Rider Carolyn Teal show their versatility, also winning the ASB Hunter Pleasure Class.
Heather Boodey’s Ingleside Farm.
Ava Burris wins both the Academy 8 & Under On A Lead Equitation and Showmanship classes.
Wish Came True wins the Park Pleasure Driving Stake with Owner/Driver Janet Webster and pictured with Caretaker Pete Girod.
Kyleigh Lassett represents the 5th generation of the Myers family, showing here in the Lead Line (Riders Ages 6 & Under-Walk Only).
Get Crackin and Aledandra Gendron are 3-Gaited Park Juvenile Exhibitor Stake winners.
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News mid america horse show Mid-America Signature Show, July 26-28, is a lovely old fashion outdoor show amid the flowers and trees at Ledges Sporting Horses Stables in Roscoe, IL. Shelly Fisher, Huber Heights, OH, will judge all classes. The Ledges outdoor arena has very good footing, and an indoor ring is available in case of uncooperative weather. All stalls are permanent, in barns with good cross ventilation. Again this year, Signature exhibitors choose whether wins earn A or B season trophy points on the Mid-America Horse Show Assn., American Saddlebred Assn. of Wisconsin and Illinois American Saddlebred Pleasure Horse Assn. circuits. No choice required of Academy entries or the Illinois Horse & Pony Breeders & Exhibitors Assn. circuit season trophies, both of which get the same trophy points at A and B shows. Horses Showing for B Points Have 6 New Classes of Their Own New are classes open only to horses declared for B season trophy points. “We want our exhibitors showing B to have the thrill of winning and taking a victory pass, so this year we’ve given them six classes of their own,” said Show Manager Joy Meierhans. “Horses declared for A points are not eligible for these six new B-only classes, but B-declared horses may also show in any other Signature class for which they qualify.” Three of the new B-only classes are in Show Pleasure Three Gaited – Adult, Junior Exhibitor and Championship, and three are in Country Pleasure Three Gaited – Adult, Junior Exhibitor and Championship.
get show news fast, “Like” Mid-America on Facebook (www. Facebook.com/MidAmericaHorseShow). For information on the Mid-America Signature Show, contact Joy Meierhans, show manager, at 630/557-2575 or JM@ TheMeierhans.com. Class list and entry blank are available at www.horseshowcalendar.com.
GLASSCOCK BOUTIQUE to HOST FUNRAISER Glasscock Boutique, a proud supplier of designer driving apparel to the ladies of the saddlebred world, is pleased to announce that they will host a fundraiser for the American Saddlebred Museum on July 11 from 12-4:00 p.m. in the dining room at The Red Mile during Lexington’s Junior League Horse Show. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served while supporters of the Museum shop for their needs for the World’s Championship Horse Show in August. A portion from each sale will benefit the American Saddlebred Museum. Admission is free. Ralph Rucci, Carolina Herrera, Melissa Malandrino, Valentino, Christian Siriano, Georges Chakra and other designers will be represented in the collections available for purchase. Prices will begin at $150. Gowns, jackets and tops perfect for the ring will be available along with sportswear, hats and accessories. Glasscock has been in business for over 35 years, and has long been a staple for the well-dressed Saddlebred drivers and riders. Glasscock is owned by Saddlebred enthusiast and owner Mary F. Glasscock.
Signature offers complete divisions for Saddlebred Show, Country and Western Pleasure plus Hunt Seat, Classic Pleasure and Open Pleasure. There also are Saddlebred performance, Park, Park Pleasure, Hackney Show Pleasure Driving, Road Pony classes and equitation age groups, plus Good Hands, UPHA Cup and Pleasure Medallion qualifiers. All 16 Academy classes are on Saturday. Four TBA classes are in the schedule to accommodate class requests. If exhibitors need a class, they can sponsor a TBA class for $75 and guarantee three entries. To learn about sponsored TBA classes and
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Arizona
DESERT PALMS EQUESTRiaN CENTER, LLC. (Saddlebred) Training • Sales • Lessons • Summer Camp. Michelle McVey, owner/trainer/instructor. 28410 North 44th St. Cave Creek, AZ 85331. Barn/Office: (480) 239-4896; Email: michelle@deserpalms.net. Website: www.desertpalms.net Matthew Roberts Stables LLC (Saddlebred) Boarding, Training, Sales, Showings, Lessons. Matthew Roberts, Owner/Trainer/Instructor; Jolene Galvin, Instructor. Mailing Address: 28248 N Tatum Blvd, Cave Creek, AZ 85331; Phone: (480) 4198010; Email: matthew@matthewrobertsstables.com; Web: www.matthewrobertsstables. com
Georgia
Bill Schoeman Stables (Saddlebred Services) Training, Instruction, Sales, Breeding. We offer quality young horses for sale. Owner: Bill Schoeman Trainer: Bill Schoeman P.O. Box 220 Lexington, GA 30648 Ph: 706-614-1335 www.billschoemanstables.com BLUFF CREEK STABLES (Saddlebred/Hackney)Training*Sales*Lessons;Mary Ann/Billy Jones, Owners; Deanna Edgy, Trainer, Instructor; 189 Bluff Creek Drive Colonel’s Island Midway, Georgia 31320; (Barn)912-884-WHOA (9462); maryanncjones@hotmail.com ; www.bluffcreekstables.com GRAVEL HILL FARMS(Saddlebred, Hackney, Morgan)Training*Breeding*Sales*L essons; Alicia/Jim Floyd, owners; 133 Graybeard Lane, Hinesville, GA 31313; Alicia Floyd (912)977-1366; jimfloyd@coastalnow.net RED OAK STABLES(Saddlebreds, Hackney Ponies, Roadsters) Boarding*Training* Lessons*Sales*Breeding; Nancy Sealy, Owner; Clay Noel, Trainer; Erin Peel, Instructor; Sid Perryman, Consultant; 2228 Midway Church Rd, Forsyth, Georgia 31029; (478)394-0157; redoak1@redoakstables.com; www.redoakstables.com SOQUILI STABLES (Saddlebred) Training, Showing, Sales, Breeding, Prospects for sale. Betty and Ron Moore, partners; Randy Stoess and Allison Walker, Trainers; Hector Castillejo, Asst Trn; Kathy Brodie, Breeding Mgr. 6330 Putnam Ford Dr., Woodstock, GA 30189. (770) 928-6760 (stable); (770) 592-5256 (fax); (678) 294-0291 (Stoess cell)
Illinois
LOWRY STABLES - (Saddlebred, Morgan) Training, Sales, Showing, Breeding, Riding Lessons: Jim and Fay Lowry, Owners/Trainer: 1522 County Rd. 100, Seymour, IL 61875: (217)687-4551: lowrystables@aol.com SKYLINE STABLES LLC (Saddlebred) Donna and Kenny Smith, Owners/Trainers. P.O. Box 1379, New Lenox, IL 60451. (520) 991-6536 (cell) ; (815) 463-8418 (stable) skylineasb@aol.com
Indiana
DELOVELY FARM (Saddlebred, Roadster, Equitation) Training, Sales, Riding Instruction. Raymond and Lillian Shively-Owners; Todd Miles, Trainer; Mark Turner, Trainer; Constance Young and Andrew Deminey-Assistant Trainers; Karen Greenwell-Assistant Instructor. 3476 W. County Rd 50 N., Rockport, IN 47635. (812) 649-2518 (barn); (812) 649-9949 (barn fax); www.delovelyfarm.com INDIAN CREEK FARM(Morgan, Saddlebred) Training*Sales*Lessons*Breeding* Instruction; A. Russell and Jeanette Quilhot , owners; Kurt Hufferd, manager/trainer; Shanna Gish, trainer/instructor; 6550 E 900 South Columbia City, IN 46725; (260)3962640; Fax (260)396-2670; indiancr@aol.com; www.indiancreekfarm.net NRG FARM (American Saddlebred) Training, Sales, Riding Instruction; Gene Ress and Nancy Ress, Owners; Nancy Ress, Trainer; Miguel Flores, Asst. Trainer; Ali Sandage, Instructor; 12094 State Road 37, Tell City, IN 47586; (812) 836-2070
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Kentucky
ALLIANCE STUD (Saddlebred, Morgan) Breeding, Embryo Transfer, Training, Sales. Scott Bennett, DVM, Owner. 1630 Todd’s Point Rd., Simpsonville, KY 40067. (502) 722-0203; alliancestud@aol.com; www.alliancestud.com. ARROWHEAD FARM (Saddlebred, Hackney, Roadster) Training, Breeding, Sales. Melinda Moore, Trainer. 2305 Harrodsburg Rd, Lawrenceburg, KY 40342. (859)6131645 (cell). AUTUMN HILLS FARM, LLC (Saddlebred) Training, Showing, Sales; Steve and tiffany Wheeler, Owners/Trainers. 1630 Todds Point road, Simpsonville, KY 40067. Phone (859) 576-5221 or (859) 608-2632. tiffanyewheeler@aol.com HILLVIEW STABLES (Saddlebred, Roadster, Hackney Pony) Training, Showing, Sales, Lessons. Steve and Suzanne Crabtree, Owners/Trainers. 1337 Hogenville Rd., Elizabethtown, KY 42701. (270) 737-7508. PENNY LANE FARM, INC. (Saddlebred, Hackney, Roadster) Training, Sales, Riding Instruction, Showing, Breeding, Broodmare Care, Retirement. Amy & Dale Hanson, Owners. Jon Wallace, trainer; Melinda Young, trainer/instructor. 370 Housman Rd, Boaz, KY 42027. (270) 658-3970; “Quality Young & Finished Horses Available.” Email: ahanson@pennylanefarm.us VENTURA FARM (Saddlebred) Sales • Training • Home of Classic American Saddlebreds. Kathy Snyder, owner; Mike Hylton, trainer. 2849 Mt. Eden Rd., Shelbyville, KY 40065. Phone: (502) 633-9371; Stable: (502) 647-3238. WINGSWEPT FARM (Saddlebred) Training, Lessons, Sales. Stephanie Sedlacko, Owner/Trainer. 7175 Harrodsburg Road. Nicholasville, KY 40356.Cell (410)708-1201 Barn (859) 887-0955 wingsweptdoll47@hotmail.com ZUBROD STABLES(Saddlebred) Training*Sales*Lessons; Bonnie Zubrod, owner/ manager; Cindy Z. Boel, trainer; PO Box 379, Prospect, KY 40059; Stable (502)228-3377; Zubrod Res (502)228-5367; Cindy Boel (502)338-7805
Massachusetts
ROCKING HORSE FARM (Saddlebred, Hackney, Morgan) “Where Champions Meet” Training, Sales, Showing, Instruction. Lillian Gilpin, owner/trainer. 99 Palmer Rd., Plympton, MA 02367 (781) 424-4788; rockinghorsefarm1@yahoo.com
New Jersey
SIREN SONG STABLE (Saddlebred, Friesian) Training & Sales. Dr. Scott and Annika Bruggeworth, Owners; Jerry Hutson, Trainer; Cassidy Hutson, Instructor. 337 Clarkstown Rd., Mays Landing, NJ 08330. (609) 909-0170 (stable); (215) 284-9009 (cell)
New York
DAR MAUR MANOR (Saddlebred, Hackney, Morgan) Training, Sales, Showing, Boarding, Instruction, Equine Transportation. Maureen & Thomas Quackenbush, owners; Christopher Carrick, trainer; Laura Denale, Instructor. 2858 Old State Route 12, Sauquoit, NY 13456. (315)-737-8862 (farm); (315) -737-8210 (house); (269) -357-4280 (Chris); (315) -507-7099 (Laura) www.darmaurmanor.com; maureen@darmaurmanor. com; cscarrick@gmail.com; ldenale@hotmail.com LUKENS STABLES (Saddlebred) Boarding*Training*Instruction; Jan Lukens, owner/trainer; 259 Tracy Rd; Ravena, NY 12143; (518)756-9777; Fax (518)756-8272; Resident student accommodations
North Carolina
HIGH CALIBER STABLES (Saddlebred, Hackney) Training, Sales, Instruction. Mary and Evan Orr, Owners/Trainers. 704-500-6166 (Cell); 336-769-4701 (Barn); 1736 Union Cross Road Kernersville, NC 27284; Mail: 1100 Reynolds Price Drive Kernersville, NC 27284; highcaliberstables@hotmail.com TARA FARM LLC(Morgan)Breeding*Sales*Training*Lessons; “Where champion performers produce champion foals.” Frances Pugh, owner; Ken/Diana Swanson, trainers; 715 Newton Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615; Stable (919)847-5774; Fax (919)866-1735; email tarafarm@bellsouth.net
Tennessee
BLUE GRASS FARM (Saddlebred, Hackney) Breeding. Specializing in young stock. Trainer: Jerry Toliver (865) 659-6223 ; Tails by Debbie Toliver (865) 659-6221 Evans Lakeview Stables(Saddlebreds, Caters to All Breeds)Boarding* Training*L essons*Breeding; Standing At Stud: Periaptus Maximus by Periaptor; Featuring a 50 x 180 indoor lighted arena and coming soon 100 x 200 outdoor ring; Randy/Sally Evans,Owner. 21876 E. Coast Tellico Parkway, Greenback, TN 37742; (865)566-2707; fax(865)8568588; sally@evanslakeviewstables.com; evanslakeviewstables.com TYLER NUNLEY STABLES, Saddlebreds; Training, Sales, Broodmare and Foal Management. Prospects for your consideration available at all times. Tyler Nunley- Owner/ Trainer; 326 Bridwell Hts. Rd., Kingsport, TN 37664, cell (423) 967-7799, barn (423) 2888760 or fax (423) 288-7695; email tylernunley@gmail.com.
Virginia
Fort Chiswell Stables (American Saddlebreds)Breeding, Training, Specializing in Young Horses; Standing at Stud: Attache’s Royal Assets and Mountain Empire; Dickey Davis, Owner/Trainer; 2484 E. Lee Hwy Wythville, VA 24382; (H)276-6203216/(Fax)276-637-3216
West Virginia
Mountain Trail Stables (American Saddlebreds, Roadsters,Friesians)Training, Lessons,Boarding,Breeding, Retirement; Standing at Stud: Forty Third Street, Katies Rob Roy, and Grey Ridge Heiro Smith; Ralph/Shirley Trail, Owners; Shirley Trail, Trainer; 1048 Bicknal Flats Rd., Rock, WV 24747; Shirley-Cell(304-920-8762; mountaintrailstables@yahoo.com
Wisconsin
HOLLOW HAVEN FARM (Saddlebred) Training, Showing, Sales, Equitation. Andy and Lynda Freseth, owners/trainers. N77W36498 Saddlebrook Lane, Oconomowoc, WI 53066. Stable (920) 474-4704; Fax (920) 474-4724, www.hollowhaven.com
Apparel
BECKER BROTHERS LLC EQUESTRIAN OUTFITTERS; 115 Walton Avenue, Lexington, KY 40508 (859) 233-0700 www.beckerbrothersllc.com FRIERSON’S - Custom Riding Apparel - Saddle Suits starting at $895. Custom made shirts, vests, and hunt coats. P.O. Box 1122 Saluda (Asheville) NC 28773. 1-800-225-6419; friersonssuits@charter.net.
Associations
SADDLEBRED RESCUE - A 501 c 3 not for profit organization dedicated to rescuing American Saddlebreds and other saddle breeds from horse auctions and other venues where they are often bound for slaughter. Saddlebred Rescue works with trainers and owners to return them to useful, cared for, and dignified lives as show horses, lesson horses, and companion animals. Neilia McCracken, president; Pat Johnson, Executive Director; Christy Parker, founder. (908) 304-3560; www.saddlebredrescue.com. UNITED PROFESSIONAL HORSEMEN’S ASSOCIATION (UPHA) Karen G. Rich ardson, Executive Secretary; 4059 Iron Works Parkway #2, Lexington, KY 40511 (859) 231-5070 (phone) (859) 255-2774 (fax) www.UPHAonline.com; UPHAKGR@aol.com
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Business/Services
BROWN’S CLIPPER SERVICE-Repair clippers, sharpen blades, sell clippers and accessories; Jay Brown; 1119 South 4th Street, Springfield, Illinois 62703; (217)414-8126 MORTON BUILDINGS-Byron Day, Manager; 118 Jones Lane, Frankfort, KY 406019807; Office(502)875-4312; Fax(502)875-7136;Res(859)873-1044; Cell; (859)221-3178; www.mortonbuildings.com
Insurance
INDEPENDENT EQUINE AGENTS - Kris Knight, CEO - Equine, Farm and Liability Insurance Specialists. 10234 Shelbyville Road, Louisville KY 40223. (502) 245-6878 or (800) 346-8880; (502) 245-9698 (Fax); ieahorse@bellsouth.net; www.independentequineagents.com PLAMP-KEEN AGENCY - All forms of livestock and farm related insurance. D. Chris Keen and Erin B. Mason. PO Box 5039 or 1705 Bardstown Rd., Louisville, KY 402550039; (502) 451-7700 or 1-800-626-2494; (502) 458-7416 (fax); chrisk@plampkeen.com; erinm@plampkeen.com.
Ribbons and Awards
ROYAL RIBBONS AND AWARDS 889 Colloredo Blvd., Shelbyville, TN 37160; Phone/Fax (931)685-0110; Owned by Keith and Suzy Johnson; Ribbons-Trophies-Back Numbers-Crystal Awards.
Switches
TAIL SWITCHES BY ELAINE GREGORY – 7’ to 9’ long silver, black, creamy white, strawberry blonde switches as well as a great variety of liver and silver, solid liver and red chestnut switches. Call Elaine Gregory at (802) 276-2155 or (802) 249- 9170. Email at saddlebreds4sale@elainegregory.com
Photographers
A CLASSIC EXPRESSION - Photography by Ted Douglass. Horse shows, portraits, farm shoots; 231 KingSt., Boscawen, NH 03303 (603) 491-9964; tdouglass@aclassicexpression.com ; www.aclassicexpression.com Avis (Girdler) (502) 245-4365; www.avisphoto.com Bowling, Michael (606) 739-0239 Church, Courtney, (651) 442-0007; www.courtneychurchphotography.com Douglas, Natasha (276) 445-5545; www.photosbynat.com Elcock, Laura (913)469-4282; elcockphotography@kc.rr.com Fox, Brittany (205)807-0423; www.bee-photography.com Hall, Sandra (843) 623-6652; www.sandrahallphotopgraphy.com Jacobs, Jane and Brooke (859) 321-5393; www.janejacobsphotography.com Kelley, Rachel (502) 905-5851 ; www.rachelkelleyphoto.com Kelsey, Tracy (434) 203-9378; www.tracykelseyphotography.com Kirk, Jim (404) 667-2827 www.jimkirkphotography.com McBride, Casey (623) 580-1768; www.caseymcbridephotography.com Mohme, Jerry (512) 203-2809; www.jerrymohmephotography.com Moseder, Bob and Jean (904) 825-7645 www.bobmosederphoto.com Murphy, Chris (919) 606-2862; www.cmurphy-photo.com Osteen, Rick and Joni ( 760) 752-4498; www.rickosteen.com Pieper, Sara (608) 257-2621; www.sarapieper.com SaddlebredWeb, (859) 299-0892; www.saddlebredweb.com Schatzberg, Jack and Judy (602) 522-9777 Schatzberg, Howard (480)-595-2865; www.howardschatzberg.com Shiflet, Doug and Debbie (336) 629-6545; www.dougshiflet.com Shiflet, Shane and Suzy (336) 318-2116; www.shaneshifletphoto.com Strickroot, Gayle (859) 321-5389; www.kyimages.com Uecker-Keough, Debbie (619) 933-2730; www.photobydebbie.com Val Web Creations (502) 418-7207; www.ValWebCreations.com Washburn, Terri and Kirk (507)789-4657; www.washburnimages.com
Wollaber, Linda and Bruce (304) 755-7240; www.wollaberphotography.com Young, Terry (859) 264-8579; www.terryyoungphoto.com
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25-28 Lawrenceburg, Lawrenceburg, KY, For more info contact Wayne Hanks at 502-517-1503 or email kip725@yahoo.com. You may also visit their website at www.lawrenceburgfair.com. 26-29 Syracuse International, Syracuse, NY, Julie Kritzler (315)736-1928; jandb9115@gmail.com or www.ashany.org 26-29 Tanbark Calvacade of Roses, St Paul, MN, Sally Tesch (763)559-4896; sstesch@juno.com or www.horseshowcalendar. com
alendar C 3-6 Santa Barbara National, Santa Barbara, CA, Rae Deane Stone (805)687-8711; raedeane@cox.net or www.earlwarren.com 8-13 Lexington Junior League Horse Show, Lexington, KY; For more information contact show manager Kent Moeller at 804-363-3085 or email kentmoeller@verizon.net. You can also contact Beth Snider at 502-647-0076; 502-314-7960 (cell); 502-633-6207 (fax). 12-14 Iaspha Summer, Gurnee, IL , For more information contact Diane Carr at 847-223-9034.
27-29 Oshkosh Charity, Vicky Holston(262)510-6614 or (262)560-9764; vholston@msn.com or www.oshkoshcharity.org
18-20 ASAW Summerfun Horse Show, West Allis, WI, Vicky Hoston (262)560-9764; vholston@msn.com or www.asaw.org
27-29 Twin Rivers Benefit Show,Delaware, OH, Visit their website at www.twinrivershorseshow.com. For more information contact Leslie Backus at 740-815-3189 or email leslie@midohio. net. You may also contact Judy Peters at 614-402-1260 or email allhorseshows@earthlink.net.
18-20 Denver Queen City Classic Horse Show Denver, CO, Stacey Kipper (303)766-6985; stacey0975@aol.com or www.coloradosaddlebred.com
28-29 Northeast Georgia Charity, Gainesville, GA, For more information visit their website at www.Northeastgacharityhorseshow.com. You may also contact Leslie Orr at 678-234-9413 or Tina Smith 706-886-4526. 28-29 AAEC Charity Horse Show, Bland, VA, Contact: Nancy Muncey (276) 617-2953 or Betsy Gilman (276) 620-4649
18-20 Bluefield Shrine, Bluefield, WV, Contact Jim Bailey for further information at 304-320-9341 or jcb2@citilink.net 19-20 Asheville Invitational Horse Show, Fletcher, NC, Joyce Wilson(919)365-5149; jshowbizz@aol.com or www.ashevilleinvitational. com 19-20 Rockbridge Fair Horse Show, Lexington, VA; Alice Martens (540)879-9976; martens@shentel.net or blueribbonhorseshowservices. com 23-27 Blue Ridge Classic, Fletcher, NC, Liz Holmes (919)563-5992; lizholmes@mebtel.net or www.blueridgeclassic.com 23-27 Harrodsburg/Mercer County Fair, Harrodsburg, KY, Please contact Brad Noel at 859-613-4503 or email bdnoel@hotmail.com for more information about this event.
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O n l i n e a t w w w. s h o w r i n g t i m e s . o rg ! 25-27 Central States,Kansas City, MO, Contacts for this show are Lynn McCallister 913-579-7709: lmcstable@aol.com (email) and Kelly McFaul at 316-650-2287; kellymcfa@aol.com. You can also visit their website at www.csbhs.org. 26-28 Mid Summerfest Horse Show, Randolph, MN, For more info contact Jake Couch at 612-325-2381 or email sofac@frontiernet.net.
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6-10 Illinois State Fair,Springfield, IL, For more information please contact show manager Mike Kirkton at 309-229-4617. 9-11 West Virginia State Fair,Fairlea, WV, For more information visit their website at www.statefairofwv.com. You may also contact Todd Belcher at 304-645-1090 or email todd@statefairofwv.com.
27-28 Southwest Pine Classic, Flagstaff, AZ, Joe Husband(602)8410541 or (928)679-8003; americansaddlebredassociationofarizona. com or jhusband3@cox.net
13-15 Iowa State Fair, Des Moines, IA, For more information you can contact the show manager Jennifer Cannon at 515-262-3111; 515-2804841 (fax); jcannon@iowastatefair.org (email). You can also visit the show’s website at www.iowastatefair.org.
26-28 Mid Summer Signature, Roscoe, IL, Joy Meierhans(630)5572575; jm@themeierhans.com or www.midamericahorseshow.org
18-24 Kentucky State Fair, Louisville, KY, Scarlett Mattson (270)5472407 or (502)647-0076; scarlett@bbtel.com or www.kystaefair.org
30-August 3 Missouri State Fair, Sedalia, MO, Contact Lenard Davenport at 417-888-0686 or email lendavenport@prodigy.net for more information about this event.
22-Sept 1 New York State Fair, Syracuse, NY, Naomi Blumenthal(315)682-1933 or (315)436-1933; www.nysfair.org/competitions or nblumenthal@twcny.rr.com
31-August 4 C-Fair Charity, Monroe, WA, For more information on the event contact Renee Cairns at 206-855-9405 or email rlcairns@ aol.com. You can also visit their website at www.pacificnorthwestmorganhorseshows.com.
30-31 Mid America Charity, Kansas City, MO, For more information please contact Jan Harvey 816-898-9642; jharvey@midamericasaddlebred.org (email) or visit the website at www.midamericasaddlebred.org
31-August 3 Dayton, Dayton, OH, For more information about this event contact Evette Moody at 937-623-7934 or email blueribbonhs@yahoo.com.
30-Sept 2 Oregon State Fair, Salem, OR, Margo HepnerHart(503)645-0400 or (503)351-0345; www.oregonstatefair.org or mhhorses@comcast.net
31-August 3 Shelbyville, Shelbyville, KY, For additional information you can contact Beth Snider at 502-647-0076; 502-314-7960 (cell); 502-633-6207 (fax) or email bethandscott@kih.net
1-3 ETSA Midsummer Classic Horse Show, White Pine, TN, Tammie Moore(423)586-3602 or (865)712-4378; tammiem88@yahoo. com or www.easttnsaddlebred.com 1-3 Connecticut Summer Classic, W Springfield, MA, For more information about the event contact Cheryl Innis at 860-749-3007 (home); 860-944-8659 (cell) or email rroadcart@cox.net.
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