2017 Membership Drive

American Horseman Challenge Association - Page 3

Eastern Michigan Arabian Association - Page 4

Fort Custer Horse Friends Association - Page 5

Highland Equestrian Conservancy - Page 6

Highland Trail Riders Association - Page 7

Holland Western Saddle Club Page 8

Hungerford Trail Riders Association - Page 9

Kensington Trail Riders Association - Page 10

Martial Horse Association Page 11

Michigan Apple Blossom Classic - Page 12

Michigan Competitive Mounted Orienteering - Page 13

Michigan Horse Council Meet The Officers - Page 14-16

Michigan Horse Drawn Vehicle Association - Page 17

Michigan Hunter Jumper Association - Page 18

Michigan Interscholastic Horse Association - Page 19

Michigan Justin Morgan Horse Association - Page 20

Michigan Trail Riders Association - Page 21

Pontiac Lake Horseman’s Association - Page 22

Proud Lake Trail Rider’s Association - Page 23

Yankee Springs Trail Rider’s Association - Page 24

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Horse Associations and Trail Riding Associations are an important part of a healthy equine economy.

Please show your support and become a member of one or more of your local associations today.

Have a little extra time in your day? Why Not Volunteer!

This section will be online all of 2017 at: www.saddleupmag.com

Membership Drive Directory MICHIGAN American Horsemen Challenge Assoc.

Eastern MI Arabian Association Fort Custer Horse Friends Association Highland Equestrian Conservancy Highland Trail Riders Association Holland Western Saddle Club Hungerford Trail Riders Association Kensington Trail Riders Association Martial Horse Association MI Apple Blossom Classic MI Competitive Mtd Orienteering

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MI Horse Council MI Horse Council Officers MI Horse Drawn Vehicle Association MI Hunter Jumper Association MI Interscholastic Horsemanship MI Justin Morgan Horse Association MI Trail Riders Association Pontiac Lake Horseman’s Association Proud Lake Trail Riders Association Yankee Springs Trail Riders Association

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Ohio Professional Horseman’s Assoc Ohio Quarter Horse Association Ohio State Buckskin Association Ohio Thoroughbred Breeders & Owners Ohio Walking Horse Association Pinto Horse Association of Ohio Southern Ohio Quarter Horse Assoc Walking Horse Association of Ohio

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OHIO American Saddlebred Assoc of OH Central Ohio Reining Horse Association Mid-Ohio Walking Horse Association Northern Ohio Quarter Horse Assoc.

Ohio Cutting Horse Association Ohio Horseman’s Council Ohio Hunter Jumper Association Ohio Michigan Indiana QH Association

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Be of service. Whether you make yourself available to a friend or co-worker, or you make time every month to do volunteer work, there is nothing that harvests more of a feeling of empowerment than being of service to someone in need. ~ Gillian Anderson, Actress The horse and trail riding associations within this special section of Saddle Up! Magazine, are here today because of a strong sense of volunteerism. If you find that you have extra time weekly, or even monthly, the organizations that have advertised in our 2017 Membership Drive could use your help.

Even if you do not own a horse, but would like to learn more about them, volunteering is a great way to find out about our four legged equine friends. Working behind the scenes at a horse show is a wonderful way to find out if showing horses is for you. Helping clean-up trails, campgrounds and staging areas are also a great way to volunteer and help out a worthy organization.

Find an organization in either Saddle Up! Magazine or online near you, and give them a call or send them an email. They will be happy to tell you when the next volunteer opportunity is available. You can also attend a board meeting or two, there is always someone available to answer questions and provide additional information.

Thank you to our friends that have advertised in our 2017 Membership Drive section of Saddle Up! Magazine.

Your support is appreciated. We hope that the New Year is a great success for your association!

Best Wishes, Cindy Couturier, owner/editor and Mackenzie Gray, assistant editor

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American Horsemen Challenge Association P.O. Box 350, Swartz Creek, MI 48473 • 810.730.0682

www.AmericanHorsemenChallenge.com 2017 MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION Name

Birth Date (Youth)

Phone

State

(please check one)

Charter Membership Lifetime Membership Regular Membership Youth Membership Booster Membership

$650 $500 $50 $25 $25

Amateur/Novice: I have read the rules and regulations that govern the AHCA Amateur, and Novice status. I hereby affirm and agree to comply with the rules and regulations of the AHCA as written and contained in the AHCA office rule book, as it is updated by necessity. If for any reason I become ineligible to exhibit in above Approved Amateur or Novice classes, I understand it is my duty to voluntarily and immediately notify AHCA. I acknowledge that for violation of AHCA rules, I may be subject to disciplinary action and/or revocation of points and awards for my horse and myself.

Address City

MEMBERSHIP TYPE

Zip

Email

Release of Information: I hereby give the American Horsemen Challenge Association permission to use my name and/or photographs and/or videos in publication of point standings, awards, or other club activities.

Amateur Signature

Signature

Novice Signature

Date

WARNING: Under the Michigan Equine Liability act an equine professional is not liable for an injury to or death of a participant in an equine activity resulting from the inherent risk of the equine activity.

I understand that horseback riding will expose me to above normal risks. These risks include collisions, obstacles, variation in terrain and surface/subsurface conditions, and unexpected actions of a horse, such as kicking, biting, rearing, bucking, striking, rolling, bolting, or running away from danger by trotting, cantering or galloping. I also understand that I will be exposed to inherent risks of equine activity including but not limited to the unpredictability of an equine reaction to cattle, other animals, and sudden movement of people, sounds, and unfamiliar objects. I further understand that horses have a propensity to behave in ways that may result in injury, harm or death to a person on or around it. I agree that I assume and acknowledge these and other dangers that are inherent in the activity of horseback riding. I agree that I am responsible for my own safety. I agree that I have my own medical coverage. I agree that the AHCA, their members, employees, and agents will not be liable if I suffer personal injury or death, except if caused by their gross negligence or willful and wanton misconduct. I agree not to bring any claims, demands or lawsuits against AHCA, their members, employees or agents. I agree that if AHCA, their members, agents or employees are sued by anyone else because of claimed conduct of myself, I will indemnify and hold them harmless for all damages and costs, including reasonable actual attorney fees. I agree that the consideration for this release to be binding on me, my heirs and assigns that I am permitted to participate in AHCA activities or ride on property rented or in use for events. I specifically affirm and agree that, this release constitutes a wavier of liability beyond the provisions of the Michigan Equine Activity Liability Act 1994 P.A. 351. I agree that Michigan law governs the interruption and enforceability of this release. I acknowledge that I am eighteen years of age or older, and I am signing this release on my own behalf and on the behalf of my minor children, our heirs, representatives and assigns.

Printed Name (Parent or Guardian if under 18)

Signature

Date

COMPETITION CAMARADERIE RESPECT INTEGRITY

AHCA is a family friendly competition and a diverse skills challenge.

It is an obstacle course event, perfect for all riders, all disciplines and every skill level.

Competition Enjoy the competition of your peers. Show your skills and see how you compare to others in your area. Also, have your points tracked nationally for qualification in the National Finals. Riders compete for recognition and prizes and most of all MONEY. Camaraderie Everyone will have a great time hanging out with their friends and make new friends.

Respect Respect for riders…respect for horses…respect for everyone is a critical element of every AHCA event. We want to see horse and rider perform to their best and be encouraged all along the way. Negative behavior is not tolerated and everyone is expected to promote themselves, their peers and their sport.

Integrity We will always present our association and this sport with the highest integrity.

Our Mission The mission of the AHCA is to promote horsemanship and sportsmanship at its highest level while providing an arena of camaraderie within a competitive obstacle course setting. Its purpose is to instill public awareness and respect for the horse while members strive to improve their horsemanship skills. All competitions will be conducted with the highest level of integrity.

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Eastern Michigan Arabian Association 2017 MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION NEW RENEWAL

YOUTH $20 Consists of one person, 17 yrs & under INDIVIDUAL $30 Consists of one person, 18 yrs & older FAMILY $40 Consists of 3 family members residing at the same address

Membership no. if known

(Family Membership does not include trainers, friends or anyone not living at the address provided. Proof of home address may be required, and may include but is not limited to drivers license or school I.D. Additional children may be added for $10 each.)

PRIMARY MEMBER

2017 SHOW DATES

NAME

BIRTH DATE

ADDRESS PHONE

CITY

STATE

EMAIL

ZIP

COUNTY

ADDITIONAL MEMBERS - FAMILY MEMBERSHIPS ONLY (Residing at the same address) NAME

BIRTH DATE

NAME

BIRTH DATE

NEWSLETTER

To receive the newsletter via email you must opt in. Visit www.emaa.org homepage to sign up.

PAYMENT Checks should be made payable to EMAA. To pay by debit or credit card, please fill out all fields below.

Account# Expiration Date

Security Code

Checks payable to EMAA please.

Mail completed form with payment to: Kristen Sayers 721 Tucker Lane, Howell, MI 48855 officemanager@emaa.org

EMAA I - May 19-21 Ingham County Fairgrounds EMAA II - June 23-25 MSU Pavilion, East Lansing EMAA III - July 14-16 Shiawassee County Fairgrounds EMAA IV - September 8-10 Ingham County Fairgrounds November 4 EMAA Year End Banquet FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Date Rcvd: Amount: Check #:

Does your association have a Mission Statement? We are a Non-Profit organization dedicated to the promotion and advancement of Arabian and Half-Arabian Horses. We host four shows each year, offering a wide variety of classes that provide the perfect environment for starting a young horse or rider, as well as a strong level of competition for more experienced equestrians.

What year was the association founded? 1986, we are one of the largest Arabian Horse organizations in Michigan.

What is the average number of members? Approx. 200 Does your membership run January to December? Yes. What breed/discipline does the association focus on? Arabian and Half-Arabian horses.

Do you have a Nat’l. affiliation? Not at this time.

How many events do you hold each year? Four shows.

Where are they normally held? Locations vary.

Is there a youth division? We do not have a Youth Division, but do offer classes broken out by age group.

Is there an amateur division? No, classes are split by age groups and owner-to-ride and we also offer open classes that allow trainers to compete.

Are there daily high points? We offer weekend highpoint for main arena and dressage classes.

Are there year end awards? We provide year-end awards for almost every class we offer. We also have special traveling trophies for high point mare, stallion, etc.

Do you have an annual banquet? Yes, in November.

Do you have an annual fund-raiser? No. Do you have a Stallion Service Sale or Futurity? No. Do you have monthly meetings? Yes. We have a monthly board of directors’ meeting, members are welcome to attend.

We hold a General Membership meeting in April, to cover all new items before the start of show season.

Do you have monthly minutes? Yes. Do you have a newsletter? Yes. We publish a newsletter every month during show season, and bi-monthly in the off months.

Members choose the way they receive newsletters: by email or from the website.

What is your association website? www.emaa.org Who should be contacted with questions? Email us at: info@emaa.org or visit our website to find a board member.

What goals would you like to see your association obtain in 2017? To continue to have affordable, friendly shows for our members.

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2017 MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

Fort Custer Horse Friends Association

MEMBERSHIP FEES:

Single $20/year

Come ride some of the most beautiful trails in Southern Michigan!

• Over 20 Miles of Horse Trails • 6 Creek Crossings • Separate from Bikes

Family $25/year

Name Address City Phone

State

Zip

Email

Grand Rapids

I hereby release FCHFA from any and all liabilities for personal loss/injury and/or property damage of any kind. I accept all responsibility for myself, family members and personal property.

Mail completed form with check made payable to: FCFHA FCHFA / Toni Beth Hess 20875 Division Drive, Marshall, MI 49068

DATES TO REMEMBER May 11-14, 2017 Annual Spring Equestrian Campout

Flint

Lansing Kalamazoo

Ann Arbor

Fort Custer Recreation Area is a 3,033 acre State Recreation Area located between Battle Creek and Kalamzoo, MI

September 14-17, 2017 Annual Fall Equestrian Campout

www.fchfa.org

Does your association have a Mission Statement? Fort Custer Horse Friends Association is a non-profit (501-c-3) equine trail club that works with the DNR to maintain and improve the trails for everyone.

What year was the association founded? Non-profit status since 2000, founded in 1997.

What is the average number of members? 80 Does your membership run January to December? Yes. What breed/discipline does the association focus on?

We welcome all breeds to enjoy our trails.

What events do you hold each year? Two annual campouts, one in May and one the third week of September. We also have ride/potlucks and trail work days.

Where are they normally held? Campouts are at the Whitford Lake Event Area in the Fort Custer Recreation Area. The ride/potlucks and work days are at the equestrian trail head.

Do your shows have a Nat’l affiliation? N/A Is there a youth division? N/A Is there an amateur division? N/A Are there daily high points? N/A Are there year end awards? N/A Do you have an annual banquet? Yes, our annual Christmas Party is held in December.

Do you have an annual fund-raiser? Yes, our Annual September Campout.

Do have a Stallion Service Sale or Futurity? N/A Do you have monthly meetings? Yes. Held at 4:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month May through September at the pavilion at the equestrian trail head. Meetings in October and November are held at the Galesburg Library. No meeting in March due to the Annual Meeting (TBA), and no December meeting due to the Christmas Party.

Do you have a newsletter? We post our monthly board minutes in Saddle Up! Magazine What is your association website? http://fchfa.org Who should be contacted with questions? Nancy Simmonds (269) 967-3613, Toni Hess (269) 781-9688 or Toni Strong (269) 649-4310 What goals would you like to see your association obtain in 2017?

Hold annual campouts in May and September, work on trail improvements and to work with the Park towards future goals.

Fort Custer Horse Friends Association

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HIGHLAND EQUESTRIAN CONSERVANCY The mission of the Highland Equestrian Conservancy (HEC) is to conserve and protect our natural resources while preserving the rural character and equestrian heritage in and around Highland Twp., MI. 2017 MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION Date Name Address City Phone

State

Zip

Email

INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP $20

BUSINESS OR GROUP $35

DONATION $

To volunteer for future events and programs, please check here Send to:

Highland Equestrian Conservancy P.O. Box 12, Highland, MI 48357

Visit us online at:

www.highlandequestrians.org

Does your association have a Mission Statement?

The mission of the Highland Equestrian Conservancy (HEC) is to conserve and protect our natural resources while preserving the rural character and equestrian heritage in and around Highland Township, Michigan.

What year was the association founded? 2002 What is the average number of members? 70 Does your membership run January to December of each year? Yes How many events do you hold each year?

We hold an annual meeting each year. Other events include educational seminars on conservation and equine interests and public events, such as the HEC Barn Tour, showcasing horses and our rural heritage.

Where are they normally held? Event locations vary.

Are scholarships offered?

Yes, we offer a $1,000 scholarship to a local high school senior involved in equestrian and conservation projects that support the protection of our natural resources.

Do you have monthly meetings?

Yes, we do have monthly meetings. Members are welcome to attend.

Do you have a newsletter? Yes, the newsletter is emailed.

For members without email, a printed copy is available.

What is your association website? www.highlandequestrians.org Who should be contacted with questions?

Email: info@heqc.org or call 248.889.7328 What goals would you like your association to obtain in 2017?

To continue to support land conservation and our equestrian heritage.

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HIGHLAND TRAIL RIDERS Association Dedicated to preserving & expanding the presence of equine activity at the Highland Recreation Area

2017 Membership Application Membership is for one year and expires each year on December 31st New Member

$15.00 Per Household 1 Year

First Name

2 Year

3 Year

Renewal

Donation

Check # Total Paid Make checks payable to:

Last Name

HIGHLAND TRAIL RIDERS Association (HTRA)

Partner’s Name

Mail signed applications to:

Address City

State

Phone

Email

WAIVER: “I hereby release the Highland Trail Riders Association, its membership and officers, of any and all liabilities resulting in physical injury, property damage or personal loss to myself or my family members in connection with any activities sponsored or organized by the Highland Trail Riders Association. I realize that horses can behave unpredictably and I agree to participate in these activities fully aware of the potential risks involved.”

Signature

Joyce Love 1795 Stonecrest Milford, MI 48381

Zip

Date

Please visit our website: highlandtrailriders.com or catch us on Facebook!

HTRA EVENTS May 12, 2017 September 8, 2017 Organized Camping Weekends Fridays & Saturdays Pre-registration required

Does your association have a Mission Statement?

The Highland Trail Riders Association is dedicated to preserving and expanding the presence of equine activities at the Highland Recreation Area in White Lake, Michigan.

What year was the association founded? 2000

Do you have an annual banquet? No Do you have an annual fund-raiser?

We have an art contest titled “It’s All About The Horse.”

What is the average number of members? 50 Does your membership run January to December of each year? Yes

Do you have a Stallion Service Sale or Futurity? N/A

What breed/discipline does the association focus on?

All breeds - we are a trail riding group.

Do you have monthly meetings? Yes

If breed association, is there an Incentive Program? No

Do you have a newsletter? Yes If so, is it mailed or emailed? Both as needed

How many events do you hold each year?

2 workbees and 2 events

What is your association website? highlandtrailriders.com Who should be contacted with questions?

Email highlandtrailridersmi@gmail.com

Where are they normally held? Highland Recreation Area Is there a youth division? N/A

What goals would you like your association to obtain in 2017?

The Highland Trail Riders future goals include expanding membership and trails, and reinstating an equine only campground.

Is there an amateur division? N/A Are there daily high points? N/A Are there year end awards? N/A

Visit us online at:

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Come show with us in 2017!

HWSC Show Grounds: 3856 61st Street Holland, MI 49423 Email: hollandwestern@protonmail.com HWSC is an all-breed open horse show. Classes include Halter, Showmanship and Western and English Performance. We offer a full slate of walk/trot classes, as well as age division and sweepstakes classes. Members accumulate points at each show towards annual awards that are given at our HWSC Annual Banquet each fall.

Points are accumulated after your membership dues have been paid. A member must show in at least three shows and complete their work/show credits to qualify for year end awards. Everyone is invited to join the competitive, family-oriented fun! For more information about HWSC, you can check us out online at www.hollandwestern.net or on Facebook.

2017 SHOW DATES May 13th • May 20th • June 10th • July 22nd (double judged) August 5th • (Rain Date August 19th) 2017 YEAR END AWARDS: Saddles offered to members & non-members Visit us online at www.hollandwestern.net for complete membership information.

Holland Western Saddle Club – Mission and Vision Statement: HWSC is a riding club that prides itself on providing a fun, fair, safe, competitive and family oriented horse showing experience; a place where competitors of all ages, abilities and experiences can feel comfortable learning and beginning their show career.

We specialize in providing youth riding classes that focus on Western and English styles of riding, and showmanship.

IMPROVED! • Clubhouse Refurbished • Clubhouse Painted • New Appliances • Show Grounds Tiled • Arena Footing Improved • New PA System • New Bleachers & Water Hydrants

EXCITING NEWS FOR 2017!

Besides our Year End Awards and Banquet, we are awarding two saddles: High Point Adult and High Point Youth. * Accumulation of points - all shows by HWSC qualify. * You do not have to be a member for saddles.

Also, the May 20th Show is combined with the Kenowa Saddlelites!

Each member earns points towards their clubs year end.

AGE GROUPS: • 13 & Under Walk Trot • 14 & Over Walk Trot • 14 & Under • 15-18 • 19-34 • 35 & Over

5 Sweepstakes Classes with Added Money HWSC has High Point and Reserve High Point Awards at Every Show HWSC Offers Trail Classes and Ranch Riding Pattern Classes

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membership appreciation banquet. The banquet is generally held in October of each year.

Do you have an annual fundraiser? On-going fundraisers Do you have a Stallion Service Sale/Futurity? N/A Do you have monthly meetings? HTRA will schedule 2-3 membership meetings per year.

Do you have a newsletter? Yes, a newsletter is emailed to members on a regular basis.

If so, is the newsletter mailed or emailed? Both; mailed to members without internet access.

What is your association website? www.hungerfordtrailriders.org, Email: hungerfordtrailriders@gmail.com Our Facebook Page is: Hungerford Trail Riders Association Who should be contacted with questions about the association?

President, Mike Simcoe, 01simcoe@gmail.com Secretary, Karen GreenBay, hungerfordtrailriders@gmail.com What goals would you like to see your association obtain in 2017?

Hungerford Trail Riders Association will continue to focus on maintaining clean and safe trails, provide picnic tables for trail riders, add a pavilion in the future, encourage members to invite guest riders, and spread the word to our fellow equine enthusiasts of the awesome trail system available in our community.

Does your association have a Mission Statement? The purpose of the Hungerford Trail Riders Association (HTRA) is: a) To preserve, protect, improve and maintain the equine campground and the horse trails; and b) To network with regional and national organizations with similar purposes.

What year was the association founded? In 2004 What is the average number of members that you have annually? 95 members Does your membership run January to December of each year? Yes What breed/discipline does the association focus on?

Trail riding, all breeds.

How many shows/events/workbees do you hold each year?

HTRA hosts approximately 4-6 events and approximately 2-3 workbees each year.

Where are they normally held? Meetings are held at the Norwich Township Hall near Hungerford Recreation Area; workbees conducted on the trail system, and volunteers represent the association at area horse expos and tack sales.

Do your shows have Nat'l Assoc. approval/affiliation? N/A Is there a youth division? N/A Is there an amateur division? N/A Are there daily high points? N/A Are there year end awards? N/A Do you have an annual banquet? We recognize winners for the Derby Trail Riding Competition; in conjunction with our Š2017 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • JANUARY 2017

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KENSINGTON TRAIL RIDERS ASSOC. 2017 Membership Form Individual $20 Family $25

Mail to: Kensington Trail Riders P.O. Box 453, Milford, MI 48381

Business $50 Sponsor $100

Name (print) Address City

State

Phone

Zip

Email address

I, the undersigned, having read and understood the contents of this statement, agree to; RELEASE, ABSOLVE, FORGIVE and HOLD HARMLESS the Kensington Trial Riders Association, its members, its officers, and board members from all and any liabilities, connected to, any claims, judgment losses, costs or expenses, resulting in, but not limited to, death, physical injury, property damage or theft, to myself or my family members, pets and/or livestock, in connection with any event sponsored or organized by the Kensington Trail Riders Association. I and my family members agree, to participate in these activities fully understanding that horses can, and do act unpredictably at times, which is inherent to their nature. I further understand these activities could result in permanent injury or death to me or my family members and agree to participate in these events, knowing these activities are potentially dangerous and hazardous.

Will you or any family member be wearing helmets when you ride? Please circle:

YES

NO

I further agree to register at the Kensington Metropark office before riding a horse at Kensington Metropark facility, as required by the Kensington Metropark Authority.

Signature

Date

Kensington Trail Riders Association (KTRA) is a group of like minded individuals that span both genders and all age groups. Our horses are every breed and color imaginable. The common threads that connect us are our love of riding and a desire to keep Kensington Metro Park as a destination for trail riders. With more than 25 miles of equine riding, Kensington provides wide, sandy trails, diversity of terrain, and ease of access. KTRA members have work bee activities so everyone can enjoy the trails year-round for club activities and camping events. One of the highlights this past year was the Billy Gunn Trail Challenge where we encouraged members and non-members alike to come and ride a mile, ride a trail, or ride all the trails in the park on a single day. We generally host two fun-filled camping weekends each year - one in spring, one in fall. Both camping weekends have a camp breakfast on Saturday morning and a camp potluck with a band on Saturday night. It is a wonderful, fun-filled event.

2017 EVENTS – COME RIDE WITH US! January 28 ~ Annual Banquet - location TBA June 2-4 ~ Spring Campout July 4 ~ Milford Parade July 29 ~ Day Ride September 22-24 ~ Fall Campout October 14 ~ Day Ride November 25 ~ Milford Thanksgiving/Christmas Parade Visit our website at www.kensingtontrailriders.org ©2017 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • JANUARY 2017

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The Martial Horse Association 2017 Membership Application The effective dates of all memberships is January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2017 Title

Mr

Mrs

Miss

Ms

Annual Membership: $35 Reg. $45 ($10 off with this ad)

The Martial Horse Association, llc

Other

2448 Southard Hwy. Adrian, MI 49221

Name Address City

State/Prov.

Postal Code

Country

Email

Telephone

DOB (MM/DD/YYYY)

USEF Member #

Rider Level -

Walk/Trot

Intermediate

If you wish to use a credit card, please include on a separate sheet of paper: • Card holder name (printed) • Card holder signature • Card number, expiration date • Billing zip code

Open

Armored

By signing below I agree to abide by all rules that govern The Martial Horse Association, LLC, and I further agree to abide by all Federal, State, local laws, all applicable guidelines set forth by governing associations, agencies, and organizations, and I have read and agree to all releases, assumptions of risk, waivers, and indemnifications.

Printed Name Signature

Parent or Guardian if under 18

Date

Date

(For a minor member, the printed name and signature above are that of the parent or guardian)

Does your association have a Mission Statement?

Our mission is to honor those who have gone before us, maintain military horsemanship skills of the ages, and apply them to the needs of today.

What year was the association founded? 2011 What is the average number of members? Under 100 Does your membership run January to December of each year? Yes What breed/discipline does the association focus on?

Military Seat Riding If breed association, is there an Incentive Program? NA How many events do you hold each year? Six+ Where are they normally held? Midwest-Michigan and Ohio with planned expansion to Indiana and Kentucky.

Is there a youth division? Yes Is there an amateur division? Yes Are there daily high points? Competition high points are awarded for horse and rider. Each competition varies in time, but are generally one to three days.

Are there year end awards? Yes. Riders and horses may earn awards based on overall performance. Divisional awards are awarded in most areas.

Do you have an annual banquet? Yes. It is usually held at our championship event.

Do you have an annual fund-raiser? Yes. Each event is a fund-raiser.

Do you have a Stallion Service Sale or Futurity? N/A Do you have monthly meetings? No Do you have a newsletter? Not at this point.

What is your association website? www.TheMartialHorse.com and www.TheInternationalSeries.com Who should be contacted with questions?

Danielle, email: Danielle@TheMartialHorse.com What goals would you like your association to obtain in 2017?

To educate the general equestrian public about a great alternative for having fun with your horse. The Martial Horse Association welcomes most sound horses.

Riders from all disciplines are welcome!

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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION © OF COMPETITIVE MOUNTED ORIENTEERING MEMBERSHIP • www.NACMO.org

Send completed membership application and fee to: MiCMO / Melissa Fox 4592 Bowers Attica, MI 48412

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NEW RENEWAL STATE DUES: $10 MI State Dues Total NATIONAL DUES: $40 Family $25 Individual Lifetime Enclosed: $ List All Family Members

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RECOGNIZING THE FACT THAT THERE IS A POTENTIAL FOR ACCIDENTS WHERE EVER HORSE USE IS INVOLVED WHICH CAN CAUSE INJURIES TO HORSES, RIDERS, AND SPECTATORS AND ALSO RECOGNIZING THE FACT THAT THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COMPETITIVE MOUNTED ORIENTEERING; NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COMPETITIVE DRIVING ORIENTEERING; AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF COMPETITIVE MOUNTED ORIENTEERING; WASHINGTON ASSOCIATION OF COMPETITIVE MOUNTED ORIENTEERING; ALL OTHER STATE CHAPTERS THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES AND THE WORLD, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, OR MEMBERS, CANNOT ALWAYS KNOW THE CONDITIONS OF TRAILS, ROADWAYS, OR THE EXPERIENCE OF THE RIDERS, DRIVERS, OR HORSES TAKING PART IN TRAIL RIDES OR DRIVING EVENTS OR OTHER NACMO, NACDO, AACMO, WACMO, OR ORIENTEERING EVENTS, OR FUNCTIONS. I HEREBY RELEASE THE ABOVE NAMED FROM ANY CLAIM OR RIGHT FOR DAMAGES WHICH MIGHT OCCUR TO ME, MY MINOR CHILDREN, OR HORSES.

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What year was the association founded? In the 1980s.

What is the average number of members? 50 Does your membership run January to December of each year? It starts from the day you apply and ends on Dec. 31 of that year..

Are there year end awards? Year End Awards are based on points accumulated. There are point levels to be reached by People and Horses. Points are accumulated for a lifetime, not annually.

Do you have an annual banquet? Yes, usually in February.

What breed/discipline does the association focus on?

All breeds and all disciplines welcome!

Do you have an annual fund-raiser? No

If breed association, is there an Incentive Program? N/A

Do you have monthly meetings? Our annual meeting is held in November and we normally have a meeting at one of the first rides of the year.

How many events do you hold each year? 10+/Where are they normally held?

Silver Creek in Allegan, Waterloo Rec Area, Ortonville Rec Area, Ionia State Rec Area, Elba Equestrian Center, Hadley Hills, and Cummings Center, Mt Morris.

Do you have a National affiliation? Yes, the NACMO, PAC. Is there a youth division? Not for competitions, but points are accumulated per individual for year end Nat’l/State awards and there is a Junior Division.

Is there an amateur division? No, we have long and short courses offered, one is ½ the distance as the other. This goes by personal preference, both are the same difficulty.

Are there daily high points? Teams are placed each day and awarded.

Do you have a Stallion Service Sale or Futurity? N/A

Do you have a newsletter? Yes, it is emailed and on our website. News is also printed monthly within Saddle Up! Magazine.

What is your association website? www.NACMO.org Who should be contacted with questions?

Melissa Fox, (810) 790-0220 Email: mfox.micmo@gmail.com What goals would you like your association to obtain in 2017?

Our association would like to continue seeing new equine friends try our sport and the people that have joined in the past, return for treasure hunting fun!

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MICHIGAN HORSE COUNCIL Michigan Horse Council

www.michiganhorsecouncil.com Membership Application Calendar Year Membership January 1 – December 31

Michigan Horse Council is organized for the following purposes: a. b. c.

To provide individuals and organizations with a central authority that will support, encourage, supplement, and coordinate the efforts of those presently engaged in the constructive conservation, development, and promotion of the horse industry and horse community in the State of Michigan; To educate and inform individuals and organizations through all available media, education programs, and cooperation; To advocate the conservation and promotion of the horse industry and community

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Receive a monthly email newsletter, keeping you informed of events that are happening in the state, current health issues, pending legislation affecting the equine industry, trail issues, and more.

Being a member of an organization that is working to promote the Michigan Horse Industry - assimilate information about and promote all aspects of the equine industry in the state, including all breeds and disciplines, including trail riding and racing.

A chance to attend monthly, open board meetings (except during June, July and August), many with informational speakers.

Having the opportunity to become a member of one of the standing committees of the Michigan Horse Council, including Communications, Membership, Legislative/Land Use, Expo, Special Events (all events in which MHC participates, including Novi Equestrian Expo, Ag Expo, Great Lakes International Draft Horse Show, 4-H Horse Jamboree, MSU Autumnfest and more); Education; Trails and Philanthropy.

Being associated with people who are working towards the enhancement, safety, preservation and enjoyment of both the horse and owner, whatever their individual interests may involve.

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$15.00 Basic Individual: All of the above benefits $35.00 Enhanced Individual: All of the above benefits, plus $1,000,000 excess liability insurance through Equisure Insurance

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$35.00 Business Membership: Open to all businesses engaged in any type of horse related activity, and/or who support the goals and purposes of the Michigan Horse Council.

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Return with check payable to: Michigan Horse Council MHC Membership Karyl Dunaway, Treasurer 3104 Ritchie Road, Metamora, MI 48455 www.michiganhorsecouncil.com ©2017 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • JANUARY 2017

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Meet the Officers of the Michigan Horse Council

Pictured left to right: front row - Ida Glassbrook, Ellen Van Slyke, Dee Bozek Back row - Don Packard, Jean Ligon, Karyl Dunaway, Connie Maynard, Sue Armstrong, & Mike Foote Not pictured above: Ann Louise Budd, Kathy Glew, Marilyn Graff, Dr. Karen Waite, Wendy Walker SUE ARMSTRONG - Sue has been President for the Pinckney Trail Riders Association (PTRA) since 2010. She obtained the PTRA’s 501c3 IRS designation and has helped develop and implement fund-raising efforts for the club. She has developed a working relationship with the DNR and negotiated and executed a Friends Agreement for the PTRA with the DNR. Sue has been instrumental in major improvements to State facilities for equestrians. She also developed and implemented youth and community involvement with horses. Sue currently owns 3 horses and a donkey, and is coowner of Armstrong Enterprises for 28 years.

DARLENE (DEE) BOZAK - Dee is currently president of West Michigan Arabian Horse Association and has been on their board for 15 years. She is in her 21st year as a 4-H Horse Leader, and Foods and Crafts Leader. Presently she is working for her judges card for the state of Michigan. Dee has owned several breeds and is also a MIHA coach for Lakeview High School.

ANN LOUISE PEABODY-BUDD - As a young girl growing up on an apple orchard in Fenton, MI, I was the only one in my family of 6 who really wanted a horse. In 1970 I met my husband, Dr. Jim Budd in London, England, I was his tour guide. We were married in 1971 and a dear friend brought us a $17.50 pony and tied him to a Willow tree in our backyard.

And, that was the beginning of our KaTalPa Arabians involvement in the Michigan horse industry. Our three older sons and Jim all showed Arabians and Half-Arabians in all divisions in local, regional and national events. Our daughter Marta and son Dusty started showing in lead line and continued showing in English, western, equitation, costume and park and Jim got involved with Arabian race horses. As an older student at MSU in Ag Comm©2017 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • JANUARY 2017

unications, I was able to complete 4 internships at the Arabian National Championships as Assistant Commercial manager which gave me some wonderful background experience when the expanded MHC Expo was being discussed. Bev Grunheid and I were given the assignment of co-chairing the MHC International Stallion Exhibition and Trade Show that was held in the Lansing Civic Arena. I have had the wonderful honor of representing the Michigan Horse Council as their Horse Expo Chair and Co-Chair for 32 of the 33 years we have operated under the expanded format. A wonderful, active and determined committee and administrator have been actively representing the Michigan Horse Council producing one of the best Horse Expos in the US. Thank you all for your vote of confidence.

KARYL DUNAWAY - Present MHC Treasurer since 2002 (main account). Karyl has been on the board of directors for the Walking Horse Association of Michigan in a number of capacities, including 2000 State Vice President and Reporter for Region 3.

She has worked on the MHC Expo for many years, the first four assisting Dr. Dunn in presenting seminars and then taking over fully for Dr. Dunn upon his retirement. Karyl served as part of the organizing committee for MHC ad hoc Gaited Horse Sub Committee and has served as co-chairprson for the organizing committee for the MHC 25th Anniversary Celebration in 1997.

Karyl is currently a MHC delegate for Turning Point Donkey Rescue and 2nd delegate for the Shiawassee Trail Riders.

KATHY GLEW - Kathy is a Therapeutic Riding Instructor through PATH International. Besides teaching riding to students with cognitive and emotional disabilities since 1990, she travels the country testing and certifying new instructors who meet the PATH criteria. Kathy lives with her husband, five dogs and many horses in DeWitt, MI.

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Meet the Officers of the Michigan Horse Council MIKE FOOTE - Mike has been a horse owner for over 28 years, and has trail ridden in many states, including Michigan. He has been a MHC member since 2004, and served as MHC President from 2007 to 2014. He currently serves as an Ionia Horse Trails Association board member, also on the MI State Park Advisory Committee (replacing discontinued CCMSP), the MI Equine Trailways Subcommittee, and the MI Trails Advisory Committee.

IDA GLASSBROOK - Ida has been a part of the MHC for 16 years, starting with the Expo as the Youth Volunteer Coordinator and later becoming an Executive Board Member. She is currently Secretary of the MHC. She lives in Battle Creek with her boyfriend, Ryan and her son Parker Corbett. Her oldest son lives in Mason. Her family raised and trained Haflingers for many years, she currently owns two Haflingers and an Appaloosa. She is very active with her son Parker in 4-H with his horse club Reins and Riders, and his shooting sports club Ingham Sharp Shooters. She also participates with Ryan in raising and training Labrador Retrievers.

MARILYN GRAFF - Marilyn began her involvement with the Michigan Horse Council in 1973 as the MHC was formed. When the original office of Secretary/Treasurer was separated into two positions, she was elected treasurer of the Council. Marilyn was on the original planning board for the first Stallion Expo and Trade Show held at the Lansing Civic Center in East Lansing, MI. She has participated from the first through the 31st Stallion Expo, now called the Michigan Horse Expo, in some form as a committee member, chair or vendor. Marilyn has served on the MHC Executive Committee for many years, and currently holds the position of co-chair of the Membership Committee, and Expo Administrator for the Michigan Horse Expo.

M. JEAN LIGON - Currently MHC Vice President. Jean joined the MHC in 1995 as an individual member and was a founding member of the Brighton Trail Riders Association two years later.

Jean was a delegate for this group for many years. She is currently a delegate for the Livingston Horsemen’s Association. Jean is an attorney who practices in environmental, land use, real property and equine law. She chaired the 1997 committee that redrafted the MHC bylaws. In that same year, she and her husband, Orvin Rohloff, began managing the volunteer efforts at the MHC Stallion Expo. This is Jean’s tenth year serving as chair of the the Legislative/Land Use/Environmental Committee which keeps her very involved in environmental issues pertaining to horses.

CONNIE MAYNARD - I became the delegate for Augusta Township Mounted Patrol (ATMP) when they joined the MHC in 1998. The ATMP is a mounted neighborhood watch group that was started and trained by Washtenaw deputies Chuck Mullins and Lisa King along with State Police detective Lorenzo Veal III in 1994. At this time we are the only mounted neighborhood group in the state.

Besides patrolling our neighborhood, we have done a couple of search and rescues, run the first aid booth for 4-H, night security for J Bar J Rodeo and helped local churches with fund raisers. I have been a 4-H leader in Washtenaw Co. for 21 years and on the horse board for 6 years. In 2009, I was named the 4-H leader of the year in Washtenaw. I have been a member of the Michigan Trail Riders since 1986 and have crossed the state 17 times with numerous partial crossing. 14 of the crossings have been on my Paint mare, Lady Desperado. In 2010, Lady Desperado and I were ©2017 C & C PUBLISHING, INC. • JANUARY 2017

the fourth in the world to reach 10,000 hours with the APHA Ride America program and were presented with a belt buckle. In 2014 MHC named us Horse/Rider of the year. Desperado and I have been in two Inaugural parades in Washington, DC with the Michigan mounted police drill team and we hope to make a third one in 2017. We have also participated in the Horse Expo’s color presentation with the MI Mounted Police.

DON PACKARD - Don served in the US Army from 1963 to 1994.

He was promoted to Lt. Colonel at age 42, and was an Operations Officer. He has been a Kiwanis member since 1993 and has served as club President twice. Don chaired an eleven million dollar bond initiative for Pinckney Community Schools, and has also served as President of the Parent Teacher Association. Don has been a MHC delegate for the past 5 years and is a member of the Walking Horse Association of MI (WHAM), the Nat’l. Walking Horse Assoc., and the MI Trail Riders Association. He has ridden the shore-to-shore 5 times. Don has shown extensively with his 15 year old Tennessee Walking Versatility Horse, Sunny. They enjoy riding together, and Don says that he is indebted to Sunny.

Don has been married to his beautiful wife Jan for 50 years and have 3 sons. Don is currently MHC President.

ELLEN VAN SLYKE - Ellen is a board member of the new Big Oaks trail group, Equestrian Friends of Big Oaks. She has been involved in the equine world for about 30 years with gaited horses. She has shown and rode trails during the past 30 years. Ellen has enjoyed the successes of national titles, as well as the personal satisfaction of helping maintain and develop trails all around the state of Michigan. She remains active in trail friend groups. She hopes, with the assistance of the MHC, to extend grants and help equine groups across the state of Michigan.

DR. KAREN WAITE - Karen holds the Education Chair for the MHC. She is an Extension Specialist for Michigan State University. She is responsible for the organization and development of educational programs and materials for Extension 4-H Youth Development, adult 4-H leaders and Extension staff in the areas of horse management, nutrition, training, equitation, judging and showmanship. She handles the coordination of the MI 4-H Horse Program, state level horse related youth activities, as well as working closely with horse industry organizations involved with youth and State 4-H Youth Development Office. She also provides instruction in the Agriculture Technology Horse Management Program for Animal Science.

WENDY WALKER - MHC Communications Chair for 2 years. She promotes the MHC and the horse industry throughout the State of Michigan. Wendy also has been a web designer for 10 years. Wendy was been on the Board of Directors for 10 years and previous Secretary of the Ionia Horse Trails Association for 5 years. Wendy is currently the Secretary for the Friends of Ionia State Recreation, a new non-profit friends group in the Ionia State Recreation Area. She is an avid trail rider, owns 18 horses with several being rescues and loves to camp with her family and horses.

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MICHIGAN HORSE DRAWN VEHICLE ASSOCIATION 2017 Membership Application

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Visit us online at: www.mhdva.org

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Annual Dues: $30.00 for Individual or Family Platinum: $350.00

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Please send check payable to: MHDVA and this form to: Linda Aloyo 4123 S. Portsmouth Rd. Bridgeport, MI 48722

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Membership Questions? Call Linda Aloyo (989) 777-0659 or email rlaloyo@gmail.com

For PayPal, please send funds and information to: mhdva.org@gmail.com

Does your association have a Mission Statement?

The by-laws for MHDVA states, in part, that it shall be the purpose of the association to aim for the preservation and maintenance of carriages; carriage literature and related items; the exchange of information regarding horse-drawn vehicles and the development of the driving horse; to serve as an accurate and technical source of information for the benefit of its members and the general public; to encourage the use of carriages and other animal-drawn vehicles for the promotion of public interest in their contributions to our cultural, social and economic history; and promote knowledge of, and safety in, horse related activities.

What year was the association founded? 1972

Is there a youth division? N/A

What is the average number of members?

Over 60 families

Is there an amateur division? N/A

Does your membership run January to December of each year? Yes. What breed/discipline does the association focus on?

Open to all breeds, our club was founded to promote carriage driving.

How many events do you hold each year? We host one pleasure driving show and several pleasure driving events.

Where are they normally held?

Our Carriage Pleasure Driving Competition is held at the Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds. The pleasure driving events are throughout Michigan. Check our website for details.

Are there daily high points? N/A Are there year end awards? N/A Do you have an annual banquet? Yes, our annual banquet is held on the first Sunday in November.

Do you have monthly meetings? No, our meetings are held in December, January, February, June and November.

Do you have a newsletter? Yes, we publish it four times a year.

What is your association website? www.mhdva.org Who should be contacted with questions?

Please contact Linda Aloyo (989) 777-0659 or email her at: rlaloyo@gmail.com

Visit us online at:

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Come Show With Us! Michigan Hunter Jumper Association 43 Years of Quality Hunter Jumper Horse Shows!

Camaraderie!

Fabulous Awards!

2016 Adult Sportsmanship Award Winner

2017 Calendar January 14

Willowbrooke Local Member January 29 Foxwoode Local Member February 12 Haverhill Local Member February 18 Willowbrooke Local Member February 19 Hunters Run Local Member February 26 Foxwoode Local Member March 3-5 Stoney Ridge Farm B March 11-12 Stoney Ridge Farm C & Pony March 25-26 Haverhill Farm B April 8-9 Haverhill C & Pony April 22-23 Hunters Run B May 20-21 WinAGin C & Pony May 26-28 Haverhill B & USEF Local June 2-4 Stoney Ridge B & Pony June 10-11 Meadowview C & Pony June 23-25 Hunters Run B & USEF Local June 29-July 2 Haverhill B & Pony July 8-9 Windermere C July 15-16 Meadowview B July 22-23 Hunters Run C & Pony August 5-6 Windermere C & Pony August 11-13 WinAGin B August 26-27 North Adams C Sept 1-3 Stoney Ridge Farm B Finals Sept 16-17 Stoney Ridge C & Pony Medal Finals October 7-8 WinAGin B for 2018 Season October 14-15 Windermere C for 2018 Season November 11 2017 MHJA Banquet

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2016 Medal Winner Horsemanship

Our Wonderful Sponsors!

Scholarships!

Annual Awards MHJA Awards up to $6000 to Junior & Adult Members Canter For The Cure $500

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• Sporthorse Saddlery, Nancy Bredeson, New Hudson, MI • Rochester Hills Stables & Tack Lee Hake, Leonard, MI • Wyldewood Tack Jennifer Shriver, Lambertville, MI • Arizona Saddlery Steve Liannais, Clarkston, MI • Custom Fox Saddlery John Pfeiffer, Temperance, MI • Stony Ridge Farm Scott Alder, Metamora, MI • Hadsall Photography Diana Hadsall, Birch Run, MI • Matador Farm Jessica Filiatrault, Metamora, MI • Devoucoux Saddles • Hunters Run, Temperance, MI • Spartan Paving • Jump N’ Time Tack Margaret Wood, Whitmore Lk., MI • Albion College, Albion, MI

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MICHIGAN INTERSCHOLASTIC HORSEMANSHIP ASSOCIATION MIHA is a non-profit organization that conducts interscholastic equestrian competitions for all interested students grades 6-12 in the state of Michigan MIHA has over 2000 riders from over 300 schools competing in 20 districts. We have riders from private, alternative, Christian, public and home schooling education systems. Teams are split into divisions based on the number of riders on the team. Junior Division competition includes grades 6th-8th and is held in the spring each year. Senior Division competition includes grades 9th-12th. Teams compete in district, regional and state competitions beginning in August and concluding mid-October at the State Championship meet.

MIHA, in partnership with the Michigan Horse Council (MHC), awards five (5) $500 scholarships each year to graduating seniors. Winners are announced in February.

MIHA sponsors a logo contest each spring. The first place logo appears on all apparel and media materials for the State Championship meet.

For more information about MIHA and the programs we offer, please visit www.miha.org or send an email to our leadership: exec_board@miha.org

2016 State & Region Logo Contest Winner Steven Prokuda, Romeo High School

Our Purpose The purpose of this organization is to promote continuous growth in programs fostering horsemanship education, sponsor activities to encourage interscholastic participation and to have cooperative adult-supervised leadership (coaching) for all students in grades 6 through 12 who are desirous to participate regardless of race, creed or national origin and meet the Association rules and regulations (By-Laws).

Our Goals Throughout Association leadership and coaching, it is our goal that the student members derive whatever enjoyment and benefits possible as a result of participating as riders in horsemanship education programs and interscholastic competition. The MIHA and Coaches will involve each equestrian student (male and female) to the extent possible in team competition. The MIHA and Coaches will provide situations where each equestrian team member can be exposed to cooperative working experience that leads to common group goals. The MIHA and Coaches will provide each equestrian team member with the opportunities to experience good leadership, fair play, horsemanship, sense of honesty, character, pride and good sportsmanship at all times. The MIHA and Coaches will always provide, conduct and host equestrian interscholastic programs with proper instructions, coaching methods, conditioning rules, health, safety and welfare of each participant.

Visit us online for more information!

www.miha.org

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MICHIGAN JUSTIN MORGAN HORSE ASSOCIATION 2017 EVENTS January 28 - High Point Awards Banquet

April 21-23 - MJMHA Classic Horse Show

Baker’s of Milford, Milford, MI 6pm-10pm, Dinner, Awards, and Silent Auction Contact Alex Walton (810) 623-5809

Ingham County Fairgrounds, Mason, MI Morgans, Saddlebreds, and Challenge of the Breeds!

Contact Sandra Stearns (616) 886-9832

February 18 - MJMHA Tack Sale 11am-3pm

May 26-28 Michigan All Morgan Horse Show

Admission $1.00. Brighton High School, 7878 Brighton Rd., Brighton, MI 48116 All Spaces 10x10. Vendor Set-Up 8am-11am Contact Alex Walton (810) 623-5809

March 10-12 - Michigan Horse Expo MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI It’s time to volunteer to talk about horses to horse people!

Contact Laura Wealch (734) 449-0025

MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI. It’s our 65th Year!

USEF Rated, MJMHA Scholarships Awarded (Scholarship applications due May 15, 2017), plus Youth of the Year Contest.

Contact Terra Zimmerman (734) 755-9019 Visit us online for more information:

www.mjmha.com

Be of service. Whether you make yourself available to a friend or co-worker, or you make time every month to do volunteer work, there is nothing that harvests more of a feeling of empowerment than being of service to someone in need. ~ Gillian Anderson, Actress The horse and trail riding associations within this special section of Saddle Up! Magazine, are here today because of a strong sense of volunteerism. If you find that you have extra time weekly, or even monthly, the organizations that have advertised in our 2017 Membership Drive could use your help.

Even if you do not own a horse, but would like to learn more about them, volunteering is a great way to find out about our four legged equine friends. Working behind the scenes at a horse show is a wonderful way to find out if showing horses is for you. Helping clean-up trails, campgrounds and staging areas are also a great way to volunteer and help out a worthy organization.

Find an organization in either Saddle Up! Magazine or online near you, and give them a call or send them an email. They will be happy to tell you when the next volunteer opportunity is available. You can also attend a board meeting or two, there is always someone available to answer questions and provide additional information.

Thank you to our friends that have advertised in our 2017 Membership Drive section of Saddle Up! Magazine.

Your support is appreciated. We hope that the New Year is a great success for your association!

Best Wishes, Cindy Couturier, owner/editor and Mackenzie Gray, assistant editor

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Michigan Trail Riders Association, Inc. 2017 Membership Application New memberships are $35. Renewal memberships are $25 until March 31, 2017 and then will be $35. A Lifetime Membership is $440. All memberships are “Family Memberships.” If you are single, a membership includes just you and any children.

Family Memberships consist of a husband, wife and children under the age of 18. The membership year is from January 1st to December 31st. Maps and Guide books are included with the New Member fee. If you would like to purchase the maps and guide book only, please remit $10. No bicycles are allowed on this trail. We are a non-profit organization, therefore, all membership income over and above expenses is used to improve and promote the Michigan Riding-and-Hiking Trail.

Membership must be in effect for 30 days prior to ride date.

Name:

Would you prefer to receive the newsletter by mail? o Yes Would you print your newsletter from the MTRA website to save printing and postage? o Yes Would you want the newsletter emailed to you?

If yes, please list your email address below:

Address: City:

State:

Zip:

Phone Number: Children’s Names/Ages:

Please mail check with completed application to:

Michigan Trail Riders Assoc., Inc. P.O. Box 72, Ovid, MI 48866

Date: New:

Renewal:

Jan Wolfin (989) 723-1425 Secretary

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Does your association have a Mission Statement? We have a section of our GuideBook which states: Aims and Goals – The MTRA wants to help you enjoy the sport of horseback riding and your love of the outdoors in a unique way, by riding the Michigan Shore-toShore Riding & Hiking Trail. This trail provides nearly unlimited riding in wilderness areas and provides a way across the state of Michigan through the more civilized areas.

What year was the association founded? 1963.

What is the average number of members? 2500-3000.

Does your membership run January to December of each year? Yes. What breed/discipline does the association focus on?

Trail Riding.

How many events do you hold each year? Five organized Trail Rides.

Where are they normally held? On the Michigan Shore-to-Shore Riding & Hiking Trail.

Is there a youth division? No – but we have incentives for youth involvement.

Is there an amateur division? No – we’re all amateurs!

Are there daily high points? No. Are there year end awards? No. Do you have an annual banquet? Yes. Do you have an annual fund-raiser? No. Do you have a Stallion Service Sale or Futurity? No.

Do you have monthly meetings? No – four board meetings a year, one annual general membership meeting.

Do you have monthly minutes? No, but minutes from the meetings listed above.

Do you have a newsletter? Yes - both available thru regular mail and email.

What is your association website? www.mtra.org Who should be contacted with questions?

Jan Wolfin (989) 723-1425, email: mtra.office@gmail.com What goals would you like to see your association obtain in 2017?

Our goals for 2017 include assisting the USFS with the rebuild/clean up of the Luzerne Boardwalk and working with the MDNR to build a new campground on the north spur near Cheboygan. We will have four trophy rides this year, including the two rides across Michigan in June and a double cross ride in September, and our three non-trophy rides in May, August and October.

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Pontiac Lake Horseman’s Association Making a difference for the future at Pontiac Lake State Recreation Area

2017 Membership Application Membership is for one year and expires each year on June 1st.

Please indicate which membership you are applying for.

o Individual $10 o Family (includes children under 18) $15 o Business $35 Name Please make checks payable to:

Spouse’s Name

Pontiac Lake Horseman’s Association (PLHA)

Children’s Names under 18

Mail signed application to:

Address City

State

Home Phone

Zip

Pontiac Lake Horseman’s Assoc.

Attn: Membership Coordinator P.O. Box 798 Highland, MI 48375

Email

I hereby release the Pontiac Lake Horseman’s Association, its membership and officers, of any and all liabilities resulting in physical injury, property damage or personal loss to myself or my family members in connection with any activities sponsored or organized by this Association. I realize that horses can behave unpredictably and I agree to participate in these activities fully aware of the potential risks involved.

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Does your association have a Mission Statement?

To promote, improve, and preserve the Pontiac Lake Recreation Area an its equestrian trails, while encouraging proper land management and equal access. To advocate and provide a voice of leadership with policy makers and a physical presence in regard to trail issues and improvements at Pontiac lake Recreation Area.

What year was the association founded? 2000 What is the average number of members? 125 families Does your membership run January to December of each year? No, June 1st to May 31st.

What breed/discipline does the association focus on?

All breeds - we are a Trails group.

If breed association, is there an Incentive Program? No How many events do you hold each year? Four Where are they normally held? Pontiac Lake Rec. Area Is there a youth division? N/A Is there an amateur division? N/A Are there daily high points? N/A Are there year end awards? N/A Do you have an annual banquet? Yes, in June.

Do you have an annual fund-raiser? Yes, bi-annual fundraiser events - one in June and one in September at the Pontiac Lake Recreation Area.

Do you have a Stallion Service Sale or Futurity? N/A Do you have monthly meetings? No - 4 board meetings a year, held every 3 months.

Do you have a newsletter? Yes, it is mailed.

What is your association website? www.PLHA.info Who should be contacted with questions?

Susie Sulla, PLHA Trail Boss: 248-933-6338 or by email us5495@frontier.com or plhanews@gmail.com What goals would you like your association to obtain in 2017?

The Pontiac Lake Horseman’s Association and members are always trying to expand opportunities for the equestrian trail riding community. Positive actions, assistance and involvement by the PLHA and the equestrian trail riding community with recreational trails and parks planning, within our local and state government agencies, secures the safest and best equestrian trail riding opportunities available.

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2017 Membership Application Membership Rates

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$15.00 $20.00

Business

$25.00

(includes Free enhanced listing on the PLTRA website)

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I hereby release Pontiac Trail Riders Association, Inc., its membership and officers, of all and any liabilities resulting in physical injury, property damage or personal loss to myself or my family members in connection with any activities sponsored or organized by this Association. I realize horses can behave unpredictably and I agree to participate in these activities fully aware of the potential risks involved.

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For more information please email Nancy Efrusy at efrusy@yahoo.com Please make checks payable to: Proud Lake Trail Riders Association, Inc.

Please mail your application to: PLTRA Memberships, 3210 Red Fox Lane, Milford, MI 48381

Does your association have a Mission Statement?

To Preserve, Promote, Improve, and Expand the horse trail network in Proud Lake Recreation Area and the State of Michigan by developing good communication and work relationships with the Department of Natural Resources and the surrounding community for horseback riding purposes.

What year was the association founded? 1996 What is the average number of members? 65 Does your membership run January to December of each year? Yes. What breed/discipline does the association focus on?

Open to all breeds.

How many events do you hold each year? Five Where are they normally held? Proud Lake Staging Area Is there a youth division? N/A Is there an amateur division? N/A Are there daily high points? N/A Are there year end awards? N/A

Do you have an annual banquet? Yes, usually in February with a guest speaker.

Do you have monthly meetings? No - we meet quarterly.

Do you have a newsletter? Yes, it is mailed unless member has email, then it is emailed.

What is your association website? www.proudlaketrailriders.org Who should be contacted with questions? For more information please email Nancy Efrusy at efrusy@yahoo.com What goal would you like your association to obtain in 2017?

We would like to construct a pavilion in our staging area and further our donation efforts to horses in need.

PLTRA Annual Banquet February 17, 2017

Benefits of joining the PLTRA • Meet new friends who love horses as much as you!

• Participate in events that help your horse become more confident and a safer trail horse!

• Receive newsletters for all upcoming events • Our goals are to promote horsemanship, educate and most of all, have fun!

Bakers of Milford, Milford, MI 6pm Doors Open, 7pm Dinner, $25 per person

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YANKEE SPRINGS TRAIL RIDERS ASSOCIATION Southwest Michigan’s Beautiful Equestrian Trails Located Between Wayland & Hastings

www.ystra.org 2017 MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

Horseman’s Camp Facilities • 25 Rustic Camp Sites w/Tables • 10 Miles of Trails in Rec Area • 9 Miles of Trails in Game Area • Day Use Staging Area • 4 Pit Toilets • Hand Pump Water • Picket Posts or Tie Rails • Community Pavilion

YEARLY MEMBERSHIP $20

Name Address City

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Email

Please mail your completed application with check made payable to: YSTRA

Yankee Spring Trail Riders P.O. Box 352 Delton, MI 49046 If questions call YSTRA President: Ronald Walker (269) 945-4556 or (616) 437-0747 cell

Directions to Yankee Springs Horseman’s Camp: From US 131 - Bradley exit #61. East on 129th Avenue, which becomes Chief Noonday Road, approx. 11.5 miles to Yankee Springs Road. Turn right or South 2.7 miles to Duffy Road. Turn right on Duffy, half mile to camp on the left.

From Hastings - Travel West on Gun Lake Road to Yankee Springs Road. Turn left or South on Yankee Springs Road. Half mile to Duffy Road, turn right. Half mile to horse camp on the left.

YSTRA MISSION STATEMENT The purpose of the Yankee Springs Trail Riders Association is to preserve, protect, improve and expand existing horse campgrounds and the horse trail network in the Yankee Springs Recreation Area, and the surrounding areas, for use by horsemen, their families and the general public for horse riding and camping.

To develop and maintain good communications and working relationships with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation Division, and/or its successors. To assist them in their efforts to maintain adequate horse campgrounds and riding trails and to help generate revenue that will enable horse campgrounds to become self-supporting.

To promote horse riding and camping by providing information to the general public on the location of horse campground facilities, horse trails and the recreational benefits available.

Our Association was founded in 1989 by a group of riders that had been using the trails for quite some time. They decided that much more could be accomplished by organizing, and we have grown to over a hundred family memberships since then. We are a calendar year organization, offering family membership of $20.00 that runs from January 1st to December the 31st. We also offer a lifetime membership as well.

As a trail riding group we try to have at least 3 events per year, one being a fundraiser for another nonprofit organization, such as Cancer Families United. We also like to have a kid's FREE event once a year and then a club fund raiser for improvement's to camp and trails. Our events are held at our “ADOPT-A-PARK” Horseman’s Campground on Duffy Road in the Yankee Springs Recreation Area.

Our monthly meetings are held the second Wednesday of every month, usually with a potluck first and the meeting to follow. Except our Annual banquet meeting which is subject to new time and location as the board sees to change each year. At the annual meeting we usually have some youth awards that we like to present to our outstanding youth participation. Our newsletters are biannual.

YSTRA will continue to improve and create more equestrian trails for our trail system with the help of our public land managers. We will continue to work to improve the campground and possibly bring electricity to our horse camp one day.

Our website is www.ystra.org and we also monitor a Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ystra.org. The current Officers of the club are: Richard Smith, V.P., Kathy Taylor, secretary, Jeanne Burger, treasurer, Ron Walker, president. Mailings should be to YSTRA, P.O. Box 352, Delton, Michigan, 49046. Any Questions should be directed to one of the officers or Ron Walker, 5780 Gun Lake Road, Hastings, Michigan 49058. Phone 269-945-4556, Cell 616-437-0747, or email presidentystra@yahoo.com.

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MOWHA Membership Form 2017 www.mowhaonline.com ___Individual $25.00

_____Additional Adult $10.00

____Family ____Youth $45.00 $10.00

Month Day Member Name: _________________________ Birthdate: _______/_______ Additional Members:_____________________ Birthdate: _______/______ _____________________ Birthdate: _______/______ _____________________ Birthdate: _______/______ _____________________ Birthdate: _______/______ _____________________ Birthdate: _______/______ Address: ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ Phone Number: ________________________________________________ Email Address: ________________________________________________ How many horses do you have? ___________________________________ What is your interest: Breeding________________ Training__________________ Showing________________ Trail Rides________________ Would you be interested in serving on the Board of Trustees? ___________ Would you be interested in serving on any Committees? _______________ Would you be willing to volunteer your time at any of the MOWHA Events? _______________________________________________________ What year did you first join MOWHA? ____________________________ All members will receive a membership card from the Club Secretary.

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Calendar Year 2017

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City, State, Zip Code_______________________________

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Email (required-membership info.will be emailed) __________________________________________________ YOUTH:

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