John Anderson and Terrific Claim Canadian ... - The Rider

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Recipient of 

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Media Of 

The Year 

Award! 

Calgary, Alberta – Canadian 

Olympian John Anderson 

and Foxdale Farm’s 

Terrific won the Canadian 

Championship title awarded 

at the CSI5* Spruce 

Meadows “National” Tournament 

in Calgary, AB, on 

June 14, 2009. 

Competing against the 

biggest names in show 

jumping during the fiveday 

international competition, 

Anderson of Calgary, 

AB, and Terrific enjoyed 

numerous top placings to 

take the title. The pair 

placed sixth in Wednesday’s 

$25,000 ATB Financial 

Cup, ninth in Thursday’s 

$35,000 Spectra 

Energy Cup and 12th in 

Saturday’s $200,000 CN 

Reliability Grand Prix 

before a fifth place finish 

in Sunday’s $175,000 

NEXEN Cup Derby 

clinched the Canadian 

Championship title. 

“I was pleasantly sur- 

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John Anderson and Terrific Claim Canadian 

Championship at Spruce Meadows 

“John Anderson and Foxdale Farm’s Terrific won the Canadian Championship 

title at the 2009 CSI5* Spruce Meadows “National” Tournament on June 14 in 

Calgary, AB.” Photo Credit – Spruce Meadows Photography, Mike Sturk 

Toronto Horse Day 

Rides to Success 

The Ontario Equestrian Federation (OEF) held the 

first official Toronto Horse Day on June 6th. It was an 

outstanding success! Over 1,000 visitors attended the 

Horse Palace at Exhibition Place to learn about horses, 

watch riding demonstrations, tour the police stable and 

meet actors from The Saddle Club television series. 

Toronto Horse Day was held in celebration of Horse 

Week in Canada and provided the public an opportunity 

to experience a horse first hand with the hopes of introducing 

new riders to the sport. 

Various education stations were set up around the 

Horse Palace to offer visitors a hands-on chance to learn 

about horses. The stations included the following topics: 

Ask the Vet – Rob Reimlenger, DVM explained what is 

involved to keep a horse healthy; Grooming – The Riding 

Academy at the Horse Palace discussed the impor- 

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prised with Terrific; it was the 

first time that I did the 1.60m 

with him so I wasn’t sure what 

to expect,” said Anderson, who 

represented Canada at the 1988 

Seoul Olympics and the 1986 

World Championships. “We 

simply went day by day and 

after earning ribbons the first 

two days, I decided to jump the 

Grand Prix on Saturday. He 

only had the bicycle jump 

down, and that was a jump he 

had never seen before. When I 

found out we were in contention 

for the Canadian Championship 

title, I decided to give 

the Derby a try. He just kept 

rising to the challenge and we 

ended up fifth, which was 

enough to put me ahead of 

Beezie for the championship 

title.” 

Anderson and Terrific 

beat out two-time American 

Olympic Team Gold Medalist, 

Beezie Madden of Cazenovia, 

NY, riding Crème Brule and 

Canadian Olympic Team Silver 


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CALEDON, Ontario - Olympic show jumper Ian Millar 

barrel racing! Racing legend Sandy Hawley playing 

polo! 

High-profile riders from a variety of disciplines will 

be changing reins for the inaugural Equi-Challenge, an 

exciting and entertaining equestrian event at Iron Horse 

Farm in Caledon August 27th from 5:30 to 9:30pm. 

Equi-Challenge, the first-ever event of its kind in 

Canada, will showcase the leaders and legends of the 

sport and benefit the University of Guelph’s Ontario 

Veterinary College Equine Sports Medicine and Reproduction 

Centre. 


Brooklin Fair See page 53 

Wedding Bells 

INSIDE 

Piroplasmosis. ..........................4 

Remembering ...........................4 

Vesicular Stomatitis .................4 

Starting Your Own Horse.........6 

Dorchester Rodeo.....................7 

WHAO News ...........................8 

Equine Guelph News................9 

ORHA News ..........................10 

OBRA News...........................11 

Meredith Manor......................13 

Iron Horse Event ....................14 

Wind Rider Challenge............15 

Randy Bird .............................18 

Gypsy Vanners .......................19 

Susan Dahl..............................20 

ORCHA News........................21 

GFHC News ...........................21 

OTCPA Western News ..........21 

NBHAC News........................22 

OCTRA News ........................23 

OTRA News ..........................24 

Saddle Club ............................27 

Laurie Haughton.....................27 

OQHA News ..........................28 

Area 3 News...........................29 

EOQHA News........................29 

QROOI News .........................30 

ORC News..............................30 

Diane Creech .........................33 

Iron 

Horse 

Putting 

Hoofs To 

Cancer 

Event 

See 

page 14 

Congratulations 

to Mike Hockin 

and Debby 

McMullen who 

were married 

on June 13th 

Bromont..................................34 

Young Horse ..........................35 

Jacqueline Brooks ..................36 

Cheryl Meisner.......................37 

OnTRA News.........................38 

Pony Club PPG.......................39 

Alfred Fletcher .......................39 

New Sidesaddle Club .............39 

Lindsay Grice .........................40 

Coming Events .......................40 

Lynn Palm ..............................41 

Jumper Stewards Clinic..........41 

Oxer Stables ...........................41 

REACH ..................................42 

Evi Strasser.............................42 

Fitness for Riders ...................43 

OIHA News............................43 

The Carriage Driver ...............44 

CTHS Sale..............................45 

CTHS Syndicate.....................46 

OEF Bursary...........................46 

OEF Conference.....................47 

Happy Horse Holidays ...........51 

Classifieds ..............................52 

Brooklin Fair ..........................53 

Eventing .................................53 

All About Horses....................53 

Real Estate..............................61 

Ashley Holzer.........................63 

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Award, which rewards consistency throughout 

four Spruce Meadows tournaments. Earlier this 

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year, they won both the $25,000 TD Grand Prix 

Medalist, Jill Henselwood of Oxford Mills, ON, and the $10,000 Voice Barrage during the Spruce 

and Black Ice for the prestigious title, as well as Meadows “Spring Welcome” Tournament and 

an additional $15,000 in prize money and a oneyear 

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Grand Prix. 

placed second in the $25,000 Bow Valley Classic 

The Spruce Meadows “National” Tournament 

marked the first time that Terrific competed fact that I have been riding him since he was a 

“I think our success can be attributed to the 

at the 1.60m level. Only nine years of age, Terrific 

is a bay Dutch Warmblood gelding by Marlon solid relationship with him,” noted Anderson, 

five-year-old, and I have had the chance to build a 

out of a Lux mare. Craig and Jan Maxwell of who also rides the Hannoverian mare, Gesine 36, 

Foxdale Farm purchased Terrific as a five-yearold 

for Anderson to ride. 

Foxdale Farm is located on 240 acres just 

for the Maxwell’s. 

Claiming the Canadian Championship title outside of Calgary in Cochrane, AB, and offers a 

was the latest success in a long line of wins for select number of young show jumping prospects. 

Anderson and Terrific. At last year’s Spruce For more information on Foxdale Farm, please 

Meadows “Masters” Tournament, the pair won visit www.foxdalefarm-inc.com. 

Equi Challenge 


A specialized facility for equine athletes, the 

Equine Sports Medicine and Reproduction Centre 

will offer direct access to top specialists in the 

field, advanced lameness evaluation and state-ofthe 

art diagnostic equipment. The reproduction 

facility will offer sophisticated reproductive services 

such as fertility evaluation, semen freezing, 

artificial insemination and embryo transfer. 

Equi-Challenge will feature the stars of the 

riding world competing in a unique team-style 

competition, with such match-ups as jockeys on 

show jumpers, dressage riders playing polo, show 

jumpers on western barrel racing horses and a 

host of other crowd-pleasing, cross-discipline 

action. 

Leading the all-star line-up is show jumping’s 

‘Captain Canada’ Ian Millar, joined by dressage 

Olympian Jackie Brooks, thoroughbred racing 

legend Sandy Hawley and a host of other 

notable equestrians. 

“At a time of extraordinary, transformative 

change within the Ontario Veterinary College and 

the University of Guelph, Equi-Challenge will 

provide tremendous visibility and support for 

equine health,” says Dr. Elizabeth Stone, Dean of 

OVC. “This inaugural year, the event will bring 

together luminaries in the equine industry in support 

of the new OVC Equine Sports Medicine and 

Reproduction Centre.” 

Spectators can eat, drink and cheer for their 

favourite team from the ringside VIP tent while 

enjoying a sumptuous chef-prepared barbecue of 

fresh, locally grown foods and an evening of 

music interspersed with lively commentary from 

the event’s MC. Guests will include luminaries 

from each of the sport disciplines: riders, owners, 

trainers, breeders and veterinary practitioners. 

It will be an evening to celebrate the diversity 

of a majestic animal — the horse — and support 

the new Equine Sports Medicine and Reproduction 

Centre at the world-leading Ontario Veterinary 

College at the University of Guelph. 

Tickets are $175 each; call 905-880-8053 or 

click on www.equichallenge.ca for details. For 

online ticket requests, email tickets@equichallenge.ca. 

Send in all your news for our next issue - 

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Earn points at recognized events and enroll eligible horses through 

participating industry associations: 

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• Eastern Canadian Barrel Futurities: www.ecbf.ca 

• Ontario Barrel Racing Association: www.obra.ca 

• Dodge Rodeo Tour: www.ontariorodeo.com

Toronto Horse Day 


tance of grooming and demonstrated how 

to properly brush a horse; Tack – Greenhawk 

Harness & Equestrian Supplies provided 

English and Western saddles and bridles 

for visitors to sit in, touch and compare 

the differences between the two; Meet the 

Farrier – Symon Pidhainy gave a ‘hot’ 

demonstration of how horseshoes are fitted 

and shaped; Safety – Equine Guelph graciously 

lent their safety posters and Cavalier 

Equestrian Supply provided different 

styles of helmets, including a western hat 

helmet, that were on display to emphasize 

the importance of safety around horses; 

Horses at Work – Peter Henderson shared 

his extensive photo collection that illustrated 

the important roles horses played 

throughout Toronto’s history; Therapeutic 

Riding – the Community Association for 

Riding for the Disabled (CARD) discussed 

therapeutic riding and volunteer opportunities 

available. 

Breyer Animal Creations, CARD, Rob 

Reimlenger DVM, Symon Pidhainy, Peter 

Henderson, Loris Epis, Fletcher’s Horse 

World, Ontario Reining Horse Association, 

Exhibition Therapeutic Riding Association, 

Omega Alpha Pharmaceuticals, 

Equine Guelph, Cavalier Equestrian 

Supplies, Melissa Grelo, 

CP24 BREAKFAST, CP24 

Animal House Calls and everyone 

who joined us that day! 

#1 Training Constable Harold 

Williamson and Spencer 

demonstrated the power and 

bravery that is required of 

police horses 

#2 Fans had the opportunity to 

meet Lauren Dixon and Connor 

Jessup from The Saddle Club 

television series 

2 

#3 Interactive educational stations provided 

a fun and hands-on opportunity for the public 

to learn about horses 

Photo Credit: Terry Bell 

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Not only did visitors get a chance to 

learn about horses, they also got to see 

them in action! Melissa Grelo, Co-host of 

CP24 BREAKFAST was an outstanding 

ring emcee and explained each demonstration 

to the audience in a way that everyone 

could fully understand. Exhibition Therapeutic 

Riding Association (EXTRA) rider 

Alex and his horse Cheerio, along with volunteers, 

demonstrated therapeutic riding 

and showed the powerful role horses play 

in cognitive and physical therapies. Professional 

reining rider, Loris Epis and his 

horse Wimpys Tinseltown, owned by 

Fletcher’s Horse World, dazzled the audience 

with the thrilling sport of reining. 

Loris and Wimpy put on a picture perfect 

reining demonstration and won over many 

new fans with their spins and slides! Riding 

Academy instructors Allie Dean on KC, 

Clare Feldman on Seven and Gillian Simpson 

on Fergus did a jumping demonstration 

to show the crowds just how high their 

horses could go. Finally, Training Constable 

Harold Williamson allowed the audience 

to witness the power and bravery that 

is required of a police horse. Riding 

Spencer, a 16 year old 17.2 hand Clydesdale/Thoroughbred 

cross, Williamson piloted 

his mount through various obstacles that 

included jumps, a pyramid of barrels and a 

rolling barrier. 

The Toronto Police Services Mounted 

Unit was kind enough to open their doors to 

the public and allow visitors to tour the stable. 

Visitors had the unique opportunity to 

meet the police horses, learn about the history 

of the Mounted Unit, listen to officers 

share their experiences while serving with 

the Mounted Unit and visit the tack room to 

learn about all the tack and gear that is 

required for a police horse. 

Fans of the hit television series, The 

Saddle Club had the opportunity to meet 

two stars from the program’s third series, 

Lauren Dixon who plays Stevie and Connor 

Jessup who plays Simon. On behalf of 

Breyer Animal Creations Stevie and Connor 

were on hand to celebrate Toronto 

Horse Day and the release of their new 

album – “Best Friends”. Lauren and Connor 

met with fans, took photos and signed 

autographs. 

Toronto Horse Day wouldn’t have 

been a success if it weren’t for the organizations 

that helped bring the program to 

life. The OEF would like to thank the following 

for all their help: Exhibition Place, 

Riding Academy at the Horse Palace, 

Toronto Police Services Mounted Unit, 

Greenhawk Harness & Equestrian Supplies,


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Ottawa, ON—The Breeds & Industry Division of 

Equine Canada would like to inform all stakeholders 

that due to the outbreak of equine piroplasmosis in 

the state of Missouri, the Canadian Food Inspection 

Agency (CFIA) has asked the United States Department 

of Agriculture (USDA) to suspend the issuance 

or endorsement of export certificates for horses and 

other equines originating from the State of Missouri. 

The imposed restrictions on the import of 

equidae into Canada from Missouri is effective 

immediately. The CFIA has confirmed that the 

import restriction only applies to live horse, donkey 

or mule imports and not to equine semen or equine 

embryo imports. 

The USDA has also been asked to provide supplementary 

certification for horses and other equines 

from other states as follows: “During the previous 

twenty-one (21) days, the animal(s) in this shipment 

has/have not been in the State of Missouri.” 

The Canadian Border Services Agency will ask 

all equine transporters crossing the border into 

Canada the following questions: 

1. Do the horses originate from the state of Missouri 

or have they been in that state within the past 

21 days 

2. Have the horses transited the state of Missouri en 

route to Canada 

If the horses originate or have been in the State 

of Missouri within the past 21 days, or have transited 

through that state, they will be referred to the 

CFIA. CFIA will determine, based on document verification 

and inspection, whether the horses should 

be allowed to enter Canada. 

Quarterama ‘76 announced the inclusion of a 

Canada Wide Youth Team Tournament. Teams were 

selected on accumulated points in ten performance 

events. 

The (Western) Rider announced the conclusion 

of Horse-A- Rama All Breed Horse Show. The event 

started with the 125th Anniversary of the City of 

Hamilton and ended with the 125 Anniversary of 

Ancaster. The 5 year run was a huge success and of 

all the horses shown only one injury was reported, 

the horse injured was owned by Aussie Watt and 

that was during transportation to the show. 

The Rider announced the passing of Graham 

Hellyer, due to a drowning accident. Son of Walter 

and Doreen Hellyer, Graham was an avid horseman 

and showed in many Cutting events. During his 

teens he had many awards and championships. 

We announced the passing of the father of 

Leroy “Cowboy” Kufske on 25th. June. 

On a happy note we also announce the 30th 

Wedding Anniversary on June 21st of Lillian & 

George Southward, life long members of the 

WHAO. 

Drive for Horses, an American Horse Supplement, 

announced plans to distribute in Canada. 

A $500,000 Law Suit was filed against the 

AQHA. The suit from Melvin E. Hatley, a prominent 

Quarter Horse Breeder from Oklahoma, for 

refusal to register his yearling stallion, applied under 

the name Natural High. The dispute was due to 

white markings and white underlying skin. The lawsuit 

also named six officers and the executive committee. 

The law suit alleged that the refusal was discriminatory 

and referred to other horses that had 

been registered with more extensive white markings. 

The first approved AQHA show in New 

Brunswick was scheduled to be held on August 23, 

1975 at Petticodiac, NB. Harry Hurd, of Almond 

N.Y. was selected to judge this inaugural show. 

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It is strongly recommended that horse owners 

refrain from travelling to or transiting through Missouri 

with their horses. It is important to note for 

horse owners who still want to export their horses to 

Missouri that they CANNOT bring them back to 

Canada on the original Canadian export certificate. 

Instead, it will be necessary that they move their 

horses to a non-affected state to establish residency 

in that state for at least 21 days prior to export to 

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Equine piroplasmosis (EP) is caused by two 

parasitic organisms, Babesia equi and Babesia caballi. 

It is primarily transmitted to equidae by ticks but 

this bloodborne disease can be spread mechanically 

from animal to animal by contaminated needles or 

surgical instruments. 

Once infected, an equine can take 7 to 22 days 

to show signs of illness. Mild forms of the disease 

cause equines to appear weak and show lack of 

appetite. More acute cases can occur where EP is 

not common and the animals have not built up a 

resistance to the disease. Signs of the acute phase 

The Rhulen Insurance Agency of Monticello 

New York announced that they had insured the 

worlds largest horse Big John, as well as his tremendous 

trailer, for $100,000. Big John weighed 2,700 

lbs. was 19.2 hands and was 126” in length., he consumed 

half a ton of hay each week. 

The People and Horses Club, which was formed 

in June of 1975 in Peterborough, announced it’s first 

executive President, Marg Galoska, VP Bill Grieveson, 

Sect. Chris St. Jean Treas. Barb Harrison, 

Directors, Kim McMaster, Anita Grey, Lori Roberts, 

and Marg Alexander. 

The Canadian Pinto Association announced 

their annual membership dues at: individual $5.00 

and family at $7.50. Horse registration fees were 

members $5.00 and non members $10.00. 

The 5th Annual Cedar Valley Riders held their 

Annual Youth Show. 295 entries were judged by 

Phil Jensen of Minnesota, Harold Mather was the 

show manager, ring steward, Doug Morden, ring 

chairman, Ian McDougal, secretaries Donna Morden, 

and Sue Nye and announcer Don Nye. Bob 

Carey and the Burlington Lions Club helped with the 

show. Judy Valchuk, Miss Quarterama ‘74, made the 

trophy presentations. 

The Huron Trail Riders held their annual ride in 

the the Hullett Wildlife Management Area. Members 

of the 4H joined the ride which headed out with 30 

riders. 

An Appaloosa Happening was announced for 

October in Columbus, Ohio. The event Opportunity 

‘75 was sponsored by the Ohio Appaloosa Association. 

Dow Chemicals of Sarnia announced their association 

with Pat Abra of Beehive Stables, in hosting 

Frontier Days on August 16th. The event was also 

sponsored by the Dow Sarnia Social Club. The Open 

Show was judged by John Royle and announced by 

Wayne Wright. The ring master was George Southward. 

The show rules were by the WHAO and 

SOWHA. 

Canada Post issued a Calgary Centennial 

Stamp. The 8 cent first class stamp featured several 

stampede events. I can’t remember if the stamp was 

issued before or after Canada posts monthly 

strikes.... you will notice that some months in the 

column are missing... now you know why. 

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Piroplasmosis—Import Restrictions Announced for 

Horses from Missouri Entering Canada 

From Our Founder 

Remembering 

July 1975 

include fever, anemia, jaundiced mucous membranes, 

a swollen abdomen, laboured 

breathing, central nervous system disturbances, 

roughened-hair coats, constipation, colic, and 

hemoglobinuria—a condition which gives urine a 

red color. In some cases, death may occur. Equidae 

that survive the acute phase of infection may continue 

to carry the parasites for long periods of time. 

These animals are potential sources of infection to 

others through tick-borne transmission or mechanical 

transfer by needles or surgical instruments. 

EP is not endemic to the United States or Canada 

and some other countries but it is present in the 

Caribbean, South and Central America, Eastern and 

Southern Europe, Africa and the Middle East. The 

greatest risk for introduction of this disease is 

through the trading of animals or international 

equestrian sports where infected and non-infected 

animals are in contact. If an outbreak of EP occurs 

in a country such as the USA, the World Organization 

for Animal Health (OIE) must be notified and 

made aware of the steps that will be taken to eradicate 

the disease. (Source: USDA) 

Additional information will be provided as it 

becomes available on the Equine Canada website at 

www.equinecanada.ca. 

About Equine Canada Breeds & Industry Division 

: Visit www.equinecanada.ca for complete 

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The Flag Debate 

The Minister of Canadian Heritage, the Honourable 

James Moore, had one of his staff respond to 

my insistence that Canadian Flags be made in Canada. 

It took from February 24 to June 15 to get a 

response. Why the minister dumped the responsibility 

on an underling is beyond me. Perhaps he is not 

willing to accept my contestant reminders that the 

flag was born in controversy, the first time that closure 

was used in parliament.. The flag had a very 

bad beginning. Now we are reminded by the constant 

insults to our flag: maple leaf too large, maple 

leaf too small, the banners at the ends too small, too 

large, the colour from blood red to faded orange. 

Here is the response. 

“An integral part of the mandate of the Department 

of Canadian Heritage is to promote an awareness 

of the appreciation for the Canadian symbols, 

such as the National Flag of Canada. Federal governments 

contracts for producing promotional products, 

such as the National Flag of Canada, are tendered 

competitively in COMPLIANCE with our 

obligations under the North American Free Trade 

Agreement, as well a Treasury Board’s Contracting 

Policy, Government Contracts Regulations and various 

international trade agreements of which Canada 

is a signatory” 

Well HELLO Mr. Minister, the disgraceful 

mess of so called Canadian Flags that I observed 

over Canada Day is nothing but a shameful disgrace 

by your Heritage Ministry.... I wonder how many 

Chinese, American or Indian flags etc. are manufactured 

in the wrong configuration in Canada and 

shipped out... Lets cut the crap Mr. Minister, 

“YOUR” explanation by Ms. Roy is worthless. Lets 

get this half assed policy changed NOW. 

Write: The Honourable James Moore, Canadian 

Heritage Minister: min.moore@pch.gc.ca 

Tell him in no uncertain terms that this sham needs 

to be corrected. “Buy Canadian All The Way”. 

Aidan W. Finn CD 

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Ontario Combined 

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Competitive Trail 

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laboratory tests. 

The mechanisms by which 

vesicular stomatitis spreads are not 

fully known; insect vectors, 

mechanical transmission, and 

movement of animals are probably 

responsible. Once introduced into 

a herd, the disease apparently 

moves from animal to animal by 

contact or exposure to saliva or 

fluid from ruptured lesions. Historically, 

outbreaks of vesicular 

stomatitis have occurred in southwestern 

United States during 

warm months and particularly 

along river ways. However, outbreaks 

are sporadic and unpredictable. 

(Source: USDA) 

Additional information will 

be provided as it becomes available 

on the Equine Canada website 

at www.equinecanada.ca. 

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Industry Division 

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For more information about 

JULY 2009 THE RIDER/ 5 

Import Restrictions for Horses from 

New Mexico Entering Canada due to Vesicular Stomatitis 

Ottawa, ON—The Breeds & Industry Division 

of Equine Canada would like to inform 

all stakeholders that due to the reported finding 

of one horse infected with vesicular stomatitis 

(VS) in New Mexico, US, the Canadian 

Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has asked 

the United States Department of Agriculture 

(USDA) to suspend the issuance or endorsement 

of export certificates for horses and 

other equines originating from the state of 

New Mexico. These restrictions will be 

enforced in combination with the current 

restriction imposed on horses from Texas, 

US, due to an outbreak of VS in that state as 

well. 

The imposed restrictions on the import 

of equidae into Canada from New Mexico is 

effective immediately. The CFIA has confirmed 

that the import restriction only applies 

to live horse, donkey or mule imports and not 

to equine semen or equine embryo imports. 

The USDA has also been asked to provide 

supplementary certification for horses 

and other equines from other states as follows: 

“During the previous twenty-one (21) 

days, the animal(s) in this shipment has/have 

not been in the State of New Mexico.” 

The Canadian Border Services Agency 

will ask all equine transporters crossing the 

border into Canada the following questions: 

1. Do the horses originate from the state of 

New Mexico or have they been in that state 

within the past 21 days 

2. Have the horses transited the state of 

New Mexico en route to Canada 

If the horses originate or have been in 

the state of New Mexico within the past 21 

days, or have transited through that state, they 

will be referred to the CFIA. CFIA will determine, 

based on document verification and 

inspection, whether the horses should be 

allowed to enter Canada. 

It is strongly recommended that horse 

owners refrain from travelling to or transiting 

through New Mexico with their horses. It is 

important to note for horse owners who still 

want to export their horses to New Mexico 

that they CANNOT bring them back to Canada 

on the original Canadian export certificate. 

Instead, it will be necessary that they move 

their horses to a non-affected state to establish 

residency in that state for at least 21 days 

prior to export to Canada. This means that the 

horses will be returning to Canada on a U.S. 

health certificate that includes the statement 

for non residency in New Mexico during the 

last 21 days prior to export to Canada. 

Current import requirements for equidae 

entering Canada may be found using the 

CFIA Automated Import Reference System 

(AIRS) at http://airs-sari.inspection.gc.ca. To 

determine specific import requirements for 

each horse, specific parameters that refer to 

each horse’s circumstances will need to be 

entered and customized import requirements 

will be provided. 

Vesicular stomatitis is a disease that primarily 

affects cattle, horses and swine, and 

occasionally sheep and goats. Humans can be 

exposed to the virus when handling affected 

animals but rarely become infected. Vesicular 

stomatitis causes blister-like lesions in the 

mouth and on the dental pad, tongue, lips, 

nostrils, hooves, and teats. These blisters 

swell and break, leaving raw tissue that is so 

painful that infected animals show signs of 

lameness and generally refuse to eat and 

drink which results in severe weight loss. 

There is risk of secondary infection of the 

open wounds. Animals usually recover within 

2 weeks. While vesicular stomatitis can cause 

economic losses to livestock producers, it is a 

particularly important disease because its outward 

signs are similar to—although generally 

less severe than—those of foot-and-mouth 

disease, which horses are not susceptible to. 

The only way to distinguish among these diseases 

in livestock other than horses is through 

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Starting Your Own Horse 

In this our eighth article of this 

series, we will be looking at some 

steps and precautions that should be 

taken before and during your first ride. 

In this article I will be putting a first 

ride on our 3 year old Arab stud colt 

“Fonzi”. 

Taking the time it takes 

All the exercises we have done in 

this series have been done to earn our 

horse’s trust. Once we have their trust 

we can confidently climb into the saddle 

for the first time. Before we put 

our leg up over the saddle for the first 

time there are a few simple exercises/precautions 

that should be taken to 

make sure our first ride will be 

uneventful. Taking a few minutes to 

perform each one of these exercises 

could save you a lot of headaches as 

well as make your first ride a safe and 

pleasant experience for both you and 

your horse. 

So where do we start 

Most of these exercises have 

been developed in order to proactively 

address common problems / reactions 

encountered while starting other horses 

we have worked with. Remember, 

an ounce of prevention is worth a 

pound of cure. 

America’s Horse, June 29, 2009 – The 

American Quarter Horse Association 

and the U.S. Department of Agriculture 

Forest Service recently signed a memorandum 

of understanding to work 

together on national land conservation 

projects. 

The Forest Service is a federal 

agency dedicated to the management of 

National Forest System lands for a variety 

of uses and activities, including outdoor 

recreation. AQHA also wants to 

see the preservation of public lands for 

recreation, specifically equestrian activities. 

By partnering together, AQHA 

and the Forest Service will actively 

promote public-private partnerships 

that encourage responsible use of federal 

lands by visitors participating in 

equestrian activities. Both organizations 

seek to disseminate information to 

the public regarding conservation, 

recreation and natural resource activities 

relating to equestrian and recreational 

stock use. 

“By teaming with the Forest Service, 

AQHA is showing its commitment 

to trail conservation,” said Don 

Treadway Jr., AQHA executive vice 

president. “We are pleased to partner 

with the Forest Service in efforts to preserve 

trails for equestrians and all outdoor 

recreational enthusiasts.” 

In this first photo I am setting Fonzi 

up to be mounted. I take both reins in 

my left hand along with a handful of 

mane. The inside rein is slightly 

shorter than the outside rein. That 

way if he walks off, he will do so in a 

circle around me. I will use a mounting 

block in order to make it easier on 

Fonzi when I go to lift myself into 

the saddle. By using the mounting 

block I am less likely to throw him 

off balance and upset him. 

AQHA and Forest Service reach 

understanding for land conservation 

AQHA will work with the Forest 

Service at the national, regional and 

local levels to identify appropriate 

cooperative opportunities (trail projects, 

recreational use studies and educational 

programs) and pursue these 

projects with the recreational community 

in general and the equestrian community 

in particular. AQHA also will 

develop and maintain a communication 

network for equestrian users through its 

STEP (Stewards for Trails, Education 

and Partnerships) program. 

“STEP will become the platform 

by which equestrians and land managers 

like the Forest Service can work 

in unison on issues concerning trails,” 

said Stephanie McCommon, AQHA 

manager of affiliates, partnerships and 

recreational riding. “The STEP program 

was designed to help the Forest 

Service with trail preservation, and this 

memorandum of understanding further 

emphasizes that goal.” 

For more information on AQHA’s 

STEP program and recreational riding 

initiatives, 

visit 

www.ridegreen.aqha.com. AQHA news 

and information is a service of AQHA 

publications. For more information on 

The American Quarter Horse Journal, 

The American Quarter Horse Racing 

Journal or America’s Horse, visit 

www.aqha.com/magazines. 

Janice Taylor 

Registered Equine Massage Therapist 

& Bowen Therapy Apprentice 

In the second photo I put only my 

left toe into the stirrup. I take my 

right hand and brush it up and over 

Fonzi’s hips on both sides. This simulates 

my leg going up and over his 

hind end. This way he is less likely 

to startle when my leg goes over and 

brushes his hind end. 

In the third photo I put my arm over 

Fonzi while my left toe is still in the 

stirrup. This way Fonzi is exposed to 

having contact on both sides of his 

body similar to that of having both 

my legs on him. I will take the stirrup 

and fender on the offside of the 

horse and tap it against him. I will 

take my left knee and bump it against 

him as well. It’s better to find out if 

he is going to have an adverse reaction 

to this stimulus before we get 

on. 

Interested in “Starting your own horse” 

but not sure where to start 

Fifth Photo – Well..... here we go. 

Everything leading up to this point 

has been positive so I no longer see 

any reason to delay putting my leg 

over. Just make sure you are confident 

and fully relaxed during this 

step. If you are shaking like a leaf 

and not very confident about the outcome 

it is probably not the right time 

to get on. Your horse will know you 

are nervous and they will mirror 

your nervous behaviour. Take the 

time it takes to make sure both you 

and your horse are ready. 

Sixth photo – Now that I am on his 

back I will just sit quietly and let his 

mind digest the fact that a human is 

sitting on his back. I won’t ask for 

anything other than him being comfortable 

with me on his back. 

Depending on the horse sometimes 

I will just sit there for 5 minutes or 

so and then get off and leave it at 

that. 

Seventh photo – In this photo I am 

trying to get Fonzi to take his first 

step. Do not assume that your horse 

will walk off when you get on their 

back for the first time. Some horses 

will be very apprehensive about taking 

that first step with your weight 

on their back. In this photo I am 

bringing only my left leg back asking 

Fonzi to move his hind end/legs 

over. Once the hind legs begin to 

move over, only then will I ask for 

forward with my seat and both legs. 

Eighth photo – In this photo we 

have established forward motion. I 

will not worry too much about 

which direction he goes just at this 

time. If he chooses to take the right 

bend then I will allow it however, I 

will keep him in a right bend for a 

short while. If he wants to change 

to the left, I will allow it however, I 

will keep him in the left bend for a 

short while. I just want him to get 

used to carrying my weight around 

the arena at this time. 

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In this fourth photo I lift myself up 

off the mounting block and put my 

full weight on Fonzi’s back. I balance 

myself so as not to have too 

much weight on either side. Another 

purpose of this exercise is to position 

myself well above Fonzi in order to 

get him used to having someone on 

his back higher than he is. Both 

bearing our full weight and our 

increased elevation can sometimes be 

unnerving to some horses. Just keep 

your toe in the stirrup so that you can 

exit quickly if necessary. Practice 

this until you are confident that your 

horse is relaxed with the whole idea 

of bearing your weight and your elevated 

position.

Dorchester held the Dodge Rodeo for it’s first time 

on June 13 and 14. Despite economic times the crowds 

are turning out tremendously for the Dodge Tour. It was 

again virtually Sold Out as the first show opened on Saturday. 

Truly the Dodge Rodeos have become perhaps 

Ontario’s busiest sport. The first 2 Rodeos this season 

were the test as they were both New to the Tour. 

Ontario’s Oldest Rodeo, which is in Milverton was held 

June 19, 20 and 21, located just outside Kitchener. 

As usual the sponsors were in full gear. System 

Fencing had the Arena looking great as usual. Dickies 

Work Wear continued their quest to find “Canadian 

Worker of the Year”. Glassford Chrysler had the Trucks 

and Sprinters on display and John Glassford was on 

hand to Kick things off. Golden Horseshoe beer and 

Alberta Premium had the bar under control. Dorchester 

had the Arena set up so spectators could sit in the Golden 

Horseshoe-Alberta Premium Tent and watch the 

show at the same time. 

INSIDE 

Dorchester Rodeo . . . . . . . . . . 7 

WHAO News . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 

Equine Guelph News . . . . . . . 9 

ORHA News. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 

OBRA News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 

Paige Robson . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 

NRHA News. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 

Meredith Manor . . . . . . . . . . . 13 

Iron Horse Event. . . . . . . . . . . 14 

Wind Rider Challenge . . . . . . 15 

Randy Bird . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 

Gypsy Vanners . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 

Susan Dahl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 

ORCHA News . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 

GFHC News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 

OTCPA Western News. . . . . . 21 

NBHAC News . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 

OCTRA News. . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 

OTRA News . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 

OTRA Victoria Day Ride . . . . 25 

Saddle Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 

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The Cowboys and Cowgirls put on a tremendous 

show. Larry Smith’s bucking horses and Bulls showed 

that Dodge Rodeo has the best pen of horses and Bulls in 

Rodeo out in these parts. In fact there were no Cowboys 

that covered the Bareback and Bulls with all the Cowboys 

splitting the money. Ryan Atchison lit up the crowd 

in Steer Wrestling with a winning 4.1 run. Ladies Break 

a Way was very competitive with 3 runs in the 3 second 

times 

Ḃreanne Ewart put it together with a 3.3 second run 

to win it. Mark Hoover had a good Saddle bronc ride to 

win it. Brent Tupling had a 12 second winning Tie 

Down run. Joanne Fisher continued her great start to the 

season with a 20 second winning Pole bending time. 

Barrel racing brought the crowds to its feet with Vanessa 

Riddel winning the Jr. Barrels and Joanne Shegan taking 

the Ladies. Tyler Fachini won the Jr. Bulls For the first 

Rodeo, Dorchester was a huge success. Following a 

Official Tour Photographers Norm Betts and Shawn 

Turner capture the action weekly with their lenses - 

inside and outside the Rodeo Arena. 

great first time rodeo in Ancaster, the 2009 Dodge 

Rodeo Tour is off to its strongest start ever. We are very 

proud that all our rodeos have been successful with great 

crowds, while providing needed funding for community 

events. 

This weekend the Cowboys and Cowgirls move to 

Milvertron which is a tremendous Rodeo. It is Ontario’s 

Oldest Rodeo and this little town comes to life. 

This week the female fans get the top numbers edging 

out the men in the audience at 54% and it was definitely 

a home town crowd as 48% of the audience came 

from within 10 kilometres to catch the rodeo action. It 

was as slightly older audience with 56% of the audience 

being between the ages of 35 to 64 while overall 28% of 

the crowd brought their kids - which seems right if you 

had a look at the stands. The Dorchester committee 

effectively used the internet get the word out with 22% 

of those in attendance saying that they first heard about 

the show online - that’s a big number when you consider 

it was a first time rodeo. It’s not surprising that 48% of 

the people there said they had never been to a live rodeo 

before being that this is Dorchester First go round. As 

sponsors go, “Dodge” ruled the roost with 52% penetration 

this weekend. The fans also gave the competitors 

the nod this weekend with 34% saying they were the 

best part of the show followed closely this weekend by 

the music at 26% and Shorty Leggs also pulling very 

strong votes! 

The Official 2009 Dodge Rodeo Tour Schedule 

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http://thedodgerodeotournews.blogspot.com/ 

Orangeville Dodge Rodeo Tour Weekend: Aug.1-2 

Exeter Dodge Rodeo Tour Weekend: Aug. 8-9 

Valentia Dodge Rodeo & Harvest Days: Aug. 22-23 

The London Western Fair Dodge Rodeo: Sept. 12-13 

Dodge Rodeo Mississauga Championships: Sept. 25-27 

and after the tour... 

RMG’S Royal Winter Fair Rodeo Nov. 8th - 2009 

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SENIOR W.H.A.O. JUDGES 

Mike Baker 

1460 Blessington Rd, 

RR 1, Corbyville, On 

613-967-4224 

Pat Brundage 

358 Burford-Delhi Townline 

Rd., RR #3, Scotland 

ON N0E 1R0 

(519) 446-3682 

Joe Carter 

R.R.#2, St. George, ON 

N0E 1N0 

(519) 448-1127 

Melanie Gray 

R.R.#4, Owen Sound, ON 

N4K 5N6 

(519) 372-2527 

Email: Melodyacres@ 

BMTS.com 

Louise Harris 

RR #1, Wilsonville, ON 

N0E 1Y0 

(519) 443-7080 

harrislouise@yahoo.com 

Debbie Haughton 

1524 LaCasse Rd., 

Clarence Creek, ON K0A 1N0 

(613) 488-2300, 

Email: debbiehaughton@canada.com 

Barb Hughes 

RR #1, Brownsville, ON 

N0L 1C0 

(519) 877-4312 

email: hughesfarm@sympatico.ca 

Bruce Ionson 

555 Secretariat Court, 

Mississauga, ON L5S 2A5 

(647) 209-2600 

bruceionson@hotmail.com 

Shari Irwin 

120 Fieldcrest Ave., 

Courtice, ON L1E 2Z1 

905-434-5940 

e mail: 

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Esther Johnston 

Box 46, 293 Cranberry Lake 

Rd., Grafton, ON K0K 2G0 

905-349-2681/373-9874 (Cell) 

e-mail yobear@eagle.ca 

Shannon Ketcheson 

1460 Blessington Rd. 

RR#1, Corbyville, ON K0K 1V0 

613-967-4224 

cell# 613-922-3222 

email: sdandmb@yahoo.ca 

Karen LaPlante 

R.R. #1 

Rutherglen ON P0H 2E0 

705-776-1400 

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Kelly Lehman 

PO Box 128 Drumbo, ON 

N0J 1G0. 519-463-9777, 

cell: (519) 807-2660 

Email: maddavery@sympatico.ca 

Anne Marinacci 

65 Swayze Court 

Smithville, ON L0R 2A0 

905-957-5619 

Janet McClure 

RR #3, 14156 Ten Mile Rd. 

Ilderton, ON N0M 2A0 

(519) 666-2482 

email: 

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Brenda McTearnen 

284 Whitmore Dr. 

Waterloo, ON N2K 2N5 

Work (519) 622-0574 

Home (519) 884-4050 

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Paul Mitchell 

15L 36 Hills Ave., R.R.#2, 

Wainfleet, ON L0S 1V0 

(905) 834-8598 

PRESIDENT 

Marsha Tarbutt, 

664 Marshagen Rd, 

Dunnville, ON N1A 2W2 

(905) 774-7926, 

marsha@whao.org 

(As of Jan. 1, 2009 for the year 2009) 

Robert Montgomery 

RR #3, Vanessa, ON N0E 1V0 

(519) 443-7158 

Sue Robinson 

R.R.#2, 

Kincardine, ON N2Z 2X4 

(519) 396-8155 

email: sdrob@hurontel.on.ca 

Tom Saul 

4897 Shiloh Line, RR #1, 

Petrolia, ON N0N 1R0 

(519) 882-0958 

saulb@xcelco.on.ca 

James Simpson 

376 Maltby Rd. E., 

Guelph, ON N1L 1G4 

(519) 821-2425 

richlandshowhorses@sympatico.ca 

Don Stauffer 

RR #7, Orangeville, ON 

L9W 2Z3 

(519) 942-3999 

Rick Storey 

994 St. Paul’s St. 

Peterborough, ON K9H 6J6 

(705) 876-7303 

e-mail: rick.storey@ sympatico.ca 

Robyn Storey 

120 Dudhope St., 

Cambridge, ON N1R 5S2 

519-620-9015, 519-624-1592 

Mike Tucker 

RR #4, 1581 Maple St. N. 

Fenwick, ON L0S 1C0 

(905) 892-5610 

John Ward 

R.R.#4 

Harriston, ON N0G 1Z0 

(519) 327-4541 

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JR. JUDGES 

Scott Carmichael 

411 Autumn Cres, Welland, ON 

L3C 7K1 - 905-687-3023 

email: scott_carmichael@hotmail.com 

Troy Donaldson 

RR1 Waterford, ON N0E1Y0 

519-443-7263 

Ann Marie Foster 

101 Huron St., 

Embro, ON N0J 1J0 

519-421-1045 

email: fwg@sympatico.ca 

Mike Rapley 

331 Fourteenth St. W. 

Simcoe, ON - 519-426-2677 

email: mike.rapley@sympatico.ca 

Penny Ransom 

4013 Hwy 63, 

North Bay, ON P1B 8G3 

705-476-4107 

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James Teed 

1225 Smith Line, RR #3, 

Sombra, ON 

(519) 627-6520 

email: dreamcreek@yahoo.com 

INACTIVE 

Pat Carter 

R.R.#2, St. George, ON 

N0E 1N0 

(519) 448-1127 

Peter Emick 

R.R.#8, Brantford, ON 

N3T 5M1 

(519) 647-3369 

2009 BOARD OF DIRECTORS 

JUDGES COMMITTEE 

Louise Harris, 

RR #1, Wilsonville, ON 

N0E 1Y0 

(519) 443-7080, 

louise@whao.org 

DIRECTOR 

Sarah Lynn Cookson 

P.O. Box 283, 29 Davis St., 

Jarvis, ON 

(519) 427-8558 

Corral Chatter 

Well the show season is well under way 

and our first approved show is fast approaching. 

It will be July 19 at the Bertie 

Willoughby Saddle Club in Sherkston. If 

you need directions or any information the 

website is www.bertiewilloughbysaddleclubinc.name 

. There are all mandatory classes 

plus many extras. This is a jackpotted show. 

The next show will be the following weekend 

at the Dunnville Saddle Club. For more 

information the website is www.dunnvillesaddleclub.com 

and there is a map available 

under Abizack Stables. This is also a jackpotted 

show with many extra classes. After 

that we have unfortunately had to cancel our 

August third show due to lack of sponsorship. 

We are hoping to run this next year so 

look forward to it. Our next show would be 

DIRECTOR 

Tammy Cross 

62186 Wilford Rd., 

Wainfleet, ON 

(905) 899-2159 

Website: www.whao.org 

Bertie Willoughby Saddle Club contact 

info: Kathryn Powers 

promotethisannis@yahoo.ca 

August 15 

Port Colborne Saddle Club contact info: 

www.portcolbornesaddleclubinc.com 

Western Show Dates 

August 9 

August 30 

September 27 

English Show Dates 

August 23 

DIRECTOR 

Will Western 

DIRECTOR 

Darlene Sharpe 

PAST 

PRESIDENT, 

WEBSITE 

Becky Riley, 

81 Lisbon Pines Dr., 

Cambridge, ON 

N1R 8A1 

(519) 740-9015, 

becky@whao.org 

Trout Creek, there have been some changes 

to the classes so please look it up on our 

website for more information. We are hoping 

to approve Harriston again as well as a 

few new shows later in the season. Our 

Ancaster show is approved and please note 

the new date of September 26. We have also 

approved Norfolk and Simcoe. 

I am looking forward to seeing many 

new faces as well as many familiar ones. If 

anyone needs information about the shows or 

just has some news to share please either 

email or call me anytime. All information 

regarding emails or phone numbers is on the 

website at www.whao.org 

Looking forward to the season 

Dunnville Saddle Club contact info: 

www.dunnvillesaddleclub.com 

July 26 WHAO Approved 

August 23 

September 27 

Marsha 

2009 Affiliated Clubs and Show Dates 

Norfolk Saddle Club contact info: Vera 

Mattice 519-426-7538 

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Environmental Stewardship for Horse Owners 

By Teresa Pitman 

Most horse-owners have happy memories of trotting 

down a tree-shaded lane, riding along a stream of 

clear water, or cantering across an open field. Nature and 

horses just go together, and the connections between caring 

about horses and caring about the environment seem 

obvious. 

In fact, the connections may be even stronger than 

you might think. “Taking steps to protect the environment 

can improve your horse’s health as well,” says 

University of Guelph researcher Bronwynne Wilton. 

“More and more horse people are interested in ‘going 

green,’ saving money on fuel and energy, and protecting 

the natural environment.” 

For example, Wilton says, “If you have a pond or 

wetland or stream on your farm, you can improve the 

water quality, not just for your property but for the lands 

downstream, by planting a buffer strip of native vegetation 

along the shore. Buffer strips help to filter run-off 

from manure piles and fields which promote improved 

water quality.” 

This fairly simple step also reduces the risks of 

flooding during rainy weather. 

Whether or not you have a pond or stream on your 

property, Susan Raymond, Communications and Program 

Officer at Equine Guelph, says every horse owner 

should be aware of the potential environmental impact of 

manure. “An average horse can produce nine tons of 

manure a year,” says Raymond. “Without a plan, that 

can be pretty intimidating. When it’s not properly managed, 

manure can be an eyesore, a health risk and a 

cause of environmental damage. With good management, 

it can be used to enrich the soil and actually 

improve the environment.” 

Manure needs to be stored away from water 

sources, Raymond says, and needs to have the right 

amount of oxygen and moisture to promote composting 

so that it can be used as fertilizer. Having the manure 

pile on a concrete pad, with a cover to protect it from 

rain, and PVC pipes inserted to allow oxygen to get to 

the middle could work on some farms. A system of 

three-sided boxes built with wood slats allows the farm 

owner to store manure and manage it in sections as it 

breaks down and turns into lovely garden soil. Each time 

the manure is turned; it adds oxygen and keeps the composting 

process going. 

These are just two examples of the kinds of topics 

Raymond and Wilton will cover in their new online 

course called Stewardship of the Equine Environment: 

Reducing Your Environmental Hoofprint, offered 

through Equine Guelph and Office of Open Learning, 

University of Guelph. The course will also help horse 

owners understand some of the new legislation which 

may apply to them and give the students tools to identify 

areas where they can improve their environmental management. 

“The horse industry grew by almost 17% 

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have more than 380,000 horses in Ontario. There’s the 

potential for a significant environmental impact – either 

positive or negative. We find horse owners generally 

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VISIT OUR WEBSITE 

www.orha.on.ca 

Ontario Reining Horse Association 

2009 Board of Directors 

President 

Carol Ivey - 705-686-3074 

email: president@orha.on.ca 

Past President 

John Thompson - 705-374-4043 

1st Vice-President 

Ken Van Alstine - 905.384.2008 

2nd Vice-President 

Harvey Stevens - 705-639-5767 

Member Secretary 

Mary Jo MacDonnell 

Recording Secretary 

Rosemary Hilbert 

Treasurer 

Brian Stewart - 905-476-1319 

2009 Directors 

Joanne Milton 

John Purdie 

Mike Munroe 

Wendy Dyer 

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE 

Our second show is now behind us and it was just as wet, cold 

and windy as the first - let’s hope this is not a sign of how the summer 

season is going to unfold! In spite of the weather, the show at the 

Royal Canadian Riding Academy was nevertheless another great success, 

thanks to the hard work of Brian Stewart and Wendy Dyer. 

I was most impressed at this latest show to see the number of new 

reiners - folks coming out to show in reining for their first time. It is 

very encouraging for the future of our sport to see so much new interest, 

and on behalf of the Association I would like to welcome you all. 

We have a warm and very friendly membership and I know you will 

enjoy their support and camaraderie, as well as the challenges and 

rewards of showing a reining horse. 

One of our newer Directors, Marcelo Cruz, recently took a position 

in Quebec, so has resigned from the Board. While we will miss 

his enthusiasm, we do wish him and his wife, Amie, all the best in their 

future endeavours. 

The late Brian Heaton, a valued and highly respected member of 

the Ontario Reining Horse Association, initiated a few years ago a 

series of reining classes in the Essex County area through the Southern 

Ontario Trail Riders Club, and in the last few years the interest in them 

has grown to the point where they now have separate reining shows - 

four per year. For riders interested in getting into reining at the grassroots 

level, or who find the other shows too far away, these shows 

could be worth checking out. For more information, please call Robin 

Cadarette at 519-726-6073. 

Wherever you decide to show, remember, “If you ain’t sliding, 

you ain’t riding!” 

See you in the warm-up pen. 

Carol Ivey 

The 2009 Pards Western Shop Saddles 

Series is underway. It is a great 

opportunity to win a 15 1/2 Pards trophy 

saddle, no matter what level of reining 

you compete at. Last year the saddle was 

won by Deana Colic who showed in the 

Beginner classes. All entrants must be an 

ORHA member at the time the draw ticket 

is purchased and must attend the 2009 

ORHA banquet in person to receive any 

of the Pards Saddle Series awards. 

A one-time nomination fee of 

Where else in the world can you find 

such wonderful people . At the recent 

Kemptville Slide, Loris Epis, a fierce 

competitor leading his class, was waiting 

his turn to go into the pen and as he 

neared his draw, his horse’s shoe came 

off. Without hesitation, Larry 

McDougall, his direct competitor, asked 

Loris how many 

horses he was away and said, “Let’s go 

and fix the shoe.” 

With the approval of the Show Manager 

and the judge, Rod Miller, he was 

2009 Futurity 

PARDS SADDLE SERIES 

$20.00 will be paid for each horse and 

rider combo per class category. Every 

time a horse and rider combo wins a class 

that they have been nominated to, they 

will receive a ticket at the 2009 banquet 

to put into the draw. 

During the banquet everyone will 

put their tickets into a drum and the first 

person drawn will win the saddle. The 

remainder of the awards will be drawn 

until all the awards are gone. Nobody 

will be able to win more than one award. 

REINERS ARE THE BEST 

moved to the bottom of the 

order while Larry fixed the shoe. 

Loris’ subsequent run then beat 

Larry’s score, but Larry had nothing but 

congratulations for Loris, although Lynne 

McDougall was heard to say it was thanks 

to the great shoeing job! 

And more recently, the Birthday 

Bash for John Purdie was a huge success, 

with an amazing number of items donated 

to the live auction, including a free breeding 

to the Fletchers’ great stud, Wimpeys 

Tinseltown, and a ton of best wishes for 

The awards include the trophy saddle, 

Pards Winter blanket, Pards spring sheet, 

Pards Saddle Case, Team Pards Jacket, 

Fletchers Horse World Saddle cart and a 

$150.00 gift certificate for McArthur Custom 

Chaps. 

Some great prizes for a $20 investment. 

Make sure you see Berenice 

Fletcher at one of the upcoming shows to 

get your entry in. 

the Purdies as they continue the fight for 

John’s health. It was a great evening and 

everyone is thinking of the family and 

wishing them the very best. 

I am amazed and truly proud to be 

associated with an organisation that truly 

has such team spirit. When we referred to 

the McDougalls as “Reining Icons” in our 

recent issue of the Slider, it was meant in 

every possible way - they are role models 

for all. 

Carol Ivey 

Lessons Learned 

$3000.00 Added Open Futurity 

$2000.00 Added N.P. Futurity 

(one hand any legal bit or 2 handed 

any legal bit – NRHA approved) 

$350.00 Added (Not NRHA Approved) 

ORHA Show Me The Money Class 

Eligibility – Must be ORHA Members, 

One or 2 handed depending on eligibility 

Green As Grass, Green As Grass Yth., 

Beginners, Rookies or Ltd. NP with 

$500.00 and under in earnings 

NRHA cat. 1 (held on Sat.) 

No NRHA or RC Membership required… 

$400.00 Added ORHA Show Me The Money Class (Not NRHA Approved) 

Eligible – Must be ORHA Member, One or 2 handed depending on eligibility, 

Green As Grass, Beginners, Rookies, and Ltd. Non Pros with $1,000.00 and 

under in earnings (Cat. 1.) No NRHA or RC Membership required… 

Held on Sunday 

$1000.00 Added Open Sponsor Dean Brown 

$1000.00 Added Non Pro Sponsor Dean Brown 

Buckle Ladies Classic Class (Friday Night) 

Sponsored by Darrel & Sandy Ebersole Excavating 

Buckle Beginner class – Sponsored by Cataraqui Dental Centre 

Prizes Include… Spooks Gotta Gun Hats, Pullovers, Pards Gift Certificates, 

ORHA Youth Buckle, Rookie Buckle, Trophy Knife for the Men’s class 

and so much more… 

Don’t miss August 14th – 16th, Have Fun, Lots of Prizes to be won… 

Italian night Dinner (Sat.) Thank you Duane Hicks for your continued 

support to the members of the ORHA… 

Camper hook-ups and stall reservations 

contact Ashley Black (905) 679-1224 

Written by: K.D. Grainger 

A lesson I’ve recently learned is never 

take for granted the people you are blessed with 

in life because you never know who is going to 

catch you until you fall. 

The last day of my grade nine exams, I 

rushed out of class feeling exhilarated. While 

all my classmates were celebrating the end of 

the school year I was packing for my first Reining 

competition. After seven years of horseback 

riding, six years of competing in small club 

competitions, and months of preparation for me 

and my horse Sparky I was finally going to 

compete in a provincial wide horseback riding 

competition. 

I will admit I was nervous nevertheless 

my excitement greatly overwhelmed my anxiety; 

since last April I had been training my 

horse to rein. Reining is a discipline of horseback 

riding where precision is the main objective. 

I learned how to spin faster, ride better, 

and most of all perform a sliding stop; I could 

not wait! Little did I know that by competing I 

would face the greatest personal challenge I 

had ever encountered. 

That first competition took place in 

Kemptville, Ottawa and the ride was long but I 

spent it among friends and I cannot remember 

feeling happier. It was not until that night, 

while I was warming up for my class the next 

morning that Sparky started to buck. At first it 

only happened occasionally, but soon every 

step was punctuated with a retort. It kept progressing 

and my calm demeanor faltered, by the 

time my trainer could come help me I was nearly 

in tears I was so frustrated. 

It was then that I realized that those nerves 

that had been hidden beneath my excitement 

had returned to haunt me, and as sensitive as he 

was Sparky was receiving these signals from 

me. I cannot even begin to describe how 

embarrassed, devastated, or frustrated I was, 

not only had I been the one to cause the problem 

but I had myself nearly in tears trying to fix 

it. However, as she has done numerous times 

before my trainer came to my rescue. She got 

on Sparky, and my fears were confirmed when 

he did not buck. 

The rest of the shows that summer followed 

a similar pattern. My nerves ran rampant 

and if I wasn’t crying going into the show ring, 

I was crying inside it because Sparky just kept 

bucking. Some shows were better than others, 

sometimes I fought with my fear until I was 

calm enough that I was not riding a bucking 

bronco but it seemed that my nerves just kept 

reappearing. My self confidence dropped every 

time I left the show ring with a zero, and I 

became steadily more disgusted with myself. 

Not for the scores I received, but because I 

went from someone who had enough patience 

to work through a problem to someone who 

cried every time things became difficult. 

Nevertheless, every time I came out crying 

or was so frustrated I could barely contain 

myself there was someone there helping me 

through it. My trainer, Joanne, my parents, and 

all my friends were invaluable to me. Each one 

offered advice or a personal story, sometimes 

even pulled me off my horse to calm me down 

before I went into the show ring. Even people I 

had met only this year competing and acquaintances 

that had seemed distant became my best 

companions and advisors. It was because of 

them I made it through last summer, and I do 

not think I could ever thank them enough. 

I will not claim that in one summer I discovered 

and conquered my vicious nerves. On 

the contrary I am still battling them, but I now 

know without a doubt that I will always have 

those people who care about me supporting me 

through all the difficulties. I know that everyone 

has faults and it’s how you face them that 

make you an individual. That horses are 

extremely sensitive, and the best aspect about 

humanity is that there is always someone willing 

to pull you off your horse when you are in 

tears.

The Fastest Fifteen 

Seconds of Your Life 

CHECK OUT THE BRAND 

NEW OBRA WEBSITE AT 

www.obra.ca 

President: Kurt Kneidinger 519-925-0072 kneidingerk@yahoo.com 

Vice President: Louise Annett 519-836-6492 

519-822-8270 louise_dq@hotmail.com 

2nd Vice President: Alan Nicholson 905-335-5793 nicholsona@burlington.ca 

Secretary: Bonita Huber 905-335-5793 bonitahuber@hotmail.com 

Treasurer: Carl Heffernan 519-855-4796 oakridge@sprint.ca 

Membership Secretary: Carol Crane 519-475-4577 crane@oxford.net 

Show Coordinator: Bonita Longfield 519-283-6322 longfieldbonita@hotmail.com 

Newsletter: Sarah Wilkins 519-933-3666 obra_news@rogers.com 

Webmaster: Bonita Huber 905-335-5793 bonitahuber@hotmail.com 

Points Person: Shannon Nicholson shannon_star1@hotmail.com 

Tara Thomson 

East Directors: 1. Al Burgess 613-969-0957 

2. Brian Walt 613-392-9489 

The Ontario Barrel Racing Association 

OBRA EXECUTIVE MEMBERS FOR 2009 

thethomsons@golden.net 

West Directors: 1. Christine Bernaur 519-738-4835 christinetall@yahoo.com 

Lisa Scarlett 519-289-1937 lisa_scarlett@hotmail.com 

Dwayne Crane 519-475-4577 crane@oxford.net 

North Directors: 1. Darlene Jackson 705-472-9596 darlene.jackson@mto.gov.ca 

Central Directors: Russ Thomson 519-787-0004 thethomsons@golden.net 

James Wilson 705-324-1855 jwilson.101@gmail.com 

Peewee and Youth Director: Alan Nicholson 905-335-5793 nicholsona@burlington.ca 

OEF Director: Louise Annett 519-836-6492 

519-822-8270 louise_dq@hotmail.com 

Safety Directors: 1. LEAD: Al Nicholson 905-335-5793 nicholsona@burlington.ca 

2. Carl Heffernan 519-855-4796 oakridge@sprint.ca 

3. Gerard Bernauer 519-738-4835 christinetall@yahoo.com 

Futurity Directors: 1. Gerard Bernauer 519-738-4835 christinetall@yahoo.com 

2. Arsene Tanguy 519-882-3717 

Awards: 1. Annett Ford 519-633-1531 

2. Lisa May 905-877-3240 

Youth Rep: Russ Thomson 519-787-0004 thethomsons@golden.net 


Hello OBRA Fans! 

Summer is finally here 

and the show season is starting 

to get under way! By the time 

you get this we will have had 

another outstanding show in 

New Liskeard. I have heard 

many a great thing about this 

show, maybe one day I will 

make it up myself. 

Don't forget the annual 

Zurich fair is July 26th. Next 

stop is Erin Barrelrama August 

1st and 2nd and Aylmer fair 

August 9th. 

Please note that the B&H 

show set for August 15th/16th 

is cancelled. Once again I ask 

for anyone out there with any 

pics of members (candid, 

action, funny etc), news or 

announcements to please please 

PLEASE send them to me! 

Check out the website often for 

any new info, show dates, 

results and classifieds. Until 

next time... 

Keep em standing 

Sarah 

OBRA SHOW DATES About The OBRA 

July 11th & 12th - Northern Lights 

Horse Show, New Liskeard - co-sanctioned. 

Visit here for the Northern 

Lights signup form: 

www.freewebs.com/northernlightshorseshow/ 

July 26th - Zurich Fair - co-sanctioned 

August 1st & 2nd - Erin Barrelrama - 

co-sanctioned 

August 9th - Aylmer Fair - co-sanctioned 

August 15th & 16th - B&H Ranch, 

Chelmsford 

show cancelled 

September 5th - OBRA Members 

show, location TBA (tentative) 

September 25th - Milton Fair - cosanctioned 

(tentative) 

September 27th - Forest Fair Barrel 

Racing & Speed Show 

October 10th - Dorchester Fair - cosanctioned 

October 11th - Erin Fair - co-sanctioned 

(tentative) 

October 12th - Brigden Fair - co-sanctioned 

(tentative) 

October 16, 17 & 18th - Finals - cosanctioned 

Mission Statement 


(OBRA) has been formed to 

promote| western speed events, particularly 

barrel racing, in Ontario. 

Action Plan 

To this end, we will seek to 

improve the skills and abilities of speed 

event competitors, by providing for 

events with adequate prize money, 

organizing or endorsing clinics by competent 

instructors and encouraging the 

breeding and training of horses specifically 

for speed events. We will strive to 

obtain sponsorship whenever possible, 

as this will strengthen and give exposure 

to our sport. As this is a non-profit 

organization, all proceeds of OBRA 

activities will be returned to tasks that 

benefit the members and promote speed 

events in Ontario. 

OBRA Through the Ages 


was formed in 1976 by a small 

group of horsemen and horsewomen 

who wished to organize and promote 

Custom Crome in an NRHA Two Million Dollar Sire 

Oklahoma City, OK – June 8, 2009 – 

Steve Simon’s Custom Crome is now 

among the very short list of NRHA 

Two Million Dollar Sires. The sire’s 

offspring’s official show earnings 

now total $2,001,691 putting him 

among the likes of Hollywood Dun 

It, Smart Chic Olena, Shining Spark, 

Topsail Whiz and Gallo Del Cielo – 

all sires of offspring earning in 

excess of $2 Million at NRHAapproved 

shows and events. 

Custom Crome, a 1990 American 

Quarter Horse stallion, is owned 

by Steve Simon of Marietta, Oklahoma 

where the stallion currently 

stands. Custom Crome (Crome Plated 

Jac x Another Greyhound) is an 

NRHA Hall of Famer who earned 

nearly $110,000 in the show ring. 

America’s Horse, July, 1, 2009 – 

You can view the American Quarter 

Horse Hall of Fame & Museum like 

never before through an online virtual 

tour. Visit 

www.aqhhalloffame.com to see 360- 

degree views inside and outside the 

Hall of Fame. 

You can experience the wonder 

of the Hall of Fame from your computer 

and feel like you are actually at 

the museum in Amarillo through 

interactive views of the exterior, 

Grand Hall, Kenneth Banks Theater, 

Timeline Entry and Timeline Exhibit. 

The exterior view features the 

many bronze sculptures outside the 

museum as well as the American 

Quarter Horse Association headquarters. 

Moving inside, you can see the 

magnificence of the Grand Hall with 

the majestic Hall of Fame medallion, 

His successes included winning the 

1993 NRHA Futurity Open Division 

with Mike Flarida, another Hall of 

Famer, aboard. 

Custom Crome’s offspring have 

made their mark in the NRHA arena 

and include many champions such 

as: 

Custom Pistol (2001 NRHA Reserve 

Open Futurity Champion, 2002 

NRHA Open Derby Champion and 

2002 NRBC Reserve Open Champion); 

Custom Legend (2007 NRBC 

Open Champion, 2005 & 2006 

NRBC Reserve Open Derby Champion, 

2006 Cactus Classic Open 

Derby Champion ); Custom 

Mahogany (2002 NRHA Reserve 

Open Futurity Champion, 2005 

massive stone columns, plaques of 

the Hall of Fame inductees, and even 

the Dorothy and Clarence Scharbauer 

Jr. bloodlines chart etched into the 

floor. 

Tour the Kenneth Banks Theater 

with its collection of original oil 

paintings by Orren Mixer depicting 

many American Quarter Horse legends. 

The Timeline Entry and Exhibit 

views show how the Hall of Fame 

members are honored through the 

timeline and their collections, which 

include artifacts and biographies. 

The virtual tour of the Hall of 

Fame provides a detailed glimpse 

into the facility designed to showcase 

the legends in the American Quarter 

Horse industry. This new HD virtual 

tour technology is provided by New 

Spin 360. The company captured 

seamless 360-degree high-resolution 

panoramic images of the Hall of 

NRHA Open Derby finalist and multiple 

NRBC Open Finalist); Custom 

Red Berry (2001 NRHA Open Derby 

Champion, 2001 NRBC Finalist and 

3rd in the 1999 NRHA Open Futurity) 

and Cromed Out Mercedes (2009 

NRBC Open Champion and 2008 

NRHA Open Futurity finalist). 

Incorporated in 1966, the 

National Reining Horse Association 

is the governing body of the sport of 

Reining. NRHA, with their International 

Headquarters in Oklahoma 

City, is responsible for promoting the 

sport of Reining and working to 

ensure the highest standards of competition. 

To learn more about the 

NRHA, its programs and family of 

corporate partners, visit 

www.NRHA.com. 

Take a Virtual Tour of the American 

Quarter Horse Hall Of Fame & Museum 

Fame and then made them available 

though Adobe Flash player as an 

interactive tour. 

Take the tour today at 

www.aqhhalloffame.com and experience 

the American Quarter Horse 

Hall of Fame & Museum from wherever 

you are. 

Be sure to visit the Hall of 

Fame & Museum in person to experience 

all the wonder and enjoyment 

of the American Quarter Horse. The 

museum’s hours of operation are 9 

a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. 

The museum is closed on 

Sundays 

AQHA news and information is 

a service of AQHA publications. For 

more information on The American 

Quarter Horse Journal, The American 

Quarter Horse Racing Journal or 

America’s Horse, visit 


their sport. They staged one big race that 

year, the $1000 Barrel Race. Since that 

humble start we've grown tremendously. 

Our membership has grown to several 

hundred families from Eastern Canada 

and the United States. In the 2004 season, 

OBRA staged over 30 speed shows, two 

of which rank in the top 50 richest barrel 

racing events on the continent. Paying out 

over $25,000 in prize money and awards, 

OBRA events attract barrel racing super 

star competitors from the United States 

and Canada. The OBRA provides speed 

events where youth, beginner and novice 

riders can compete along side with world 

champion horsemen.Our enthusiasm is 

catching. If you love speed, excitement 

and horses, we welcome you to get 

involved with the OBRA. 

An Association by the Members for 

the Members The Ontario Barrel Racing 

Association is a non-profit organization 

dedicated to promoting western speed 

events, particularly barrel racing in 

Ontario. We seek to improve the skill and 

ability of speed event competitors by providing 

events with adequate prize money, 

by organizing and endorsing clinics with 

expert instructors and encouraging breeding 

and training horses specifically for 

speed events. We strive to obtain sponsorship 

to increase participation and exposure 

of our sport. All proceeds of the 

OBRA activities will be returned to tasks 

that benefit our members and promote 

Paige Victoria Robson, 11 year old 

daughter of Stephanie (Robson) Jackson 

was crowned the 2009-2010 Ontario 

Wrangler Junior High School Rodeo 

Princess at the OHSRA finals. Born in 

London, Ontario, Paige participates in 

track and field, basketball and volleyball 

as well as being a member of the Wrangler 

Junior High School Rodeo Association 

and NBHA. As a rodeo competitor, 

she competes in pole bending, goat tying 

and barrel racing. Paige loves the sport of 

rodeo and is thrilled to have the honour of 

representing the Junior High School Division 

as the Ontario Princess. Paige says 

“it is always great when you have the 

opportunity to represent something you 

believe in.” 

Rodeo is a family friendly sport with 

something for everyone to enjoy. Paige 

believes that as the Ontario Wrangler 

Junior High School Rodeo Princess she 

can be a positive role model in the community 

and to her peers. She is dedicated 

to represent the OJHSRA with a good 

attitude and sportsmanship. Paige was 

often seen sporting a cowboy hat with a 

crown and a sash at the rodeos when she 

was 5 years old as her dream was to 

someday be a real rodeo princess and she 

has now fulfilled her dream. Paige plans 

on running for Princess for the balance of 

her Junior High School term to grade 8 

with a goal and dream to then run for the 

Ontario High School Rodeo Queen. She 

has high hopes to someday represent 

Ontario at the High School Rodeo Nationals. 

Along with her new crown for 

speed events in Ontario. 

Marketing & Promotion 

The rising popularity of Barrel Racing 

is of great interest to marketers and 

organizations wishing to reach a target 

audience of horse lovers and enthusiasts 

of racing and equestrian sport. Visit our 

Sponsorship and Trades and Services 

pages for more information on how you 

can effectively promote your business in 

this growing community! 

Beginners to Pros 

To launch each speed show we provide 

an open 4D Barrel Race, in which 

riders of all experience and skill can participate 

and win. Then the smallest cowboys 

and cowgirls please the crowd in the 

Pony Barrel Race. Our Sweepstakes 

Event features the big guns of Barrel Racing. 

Our Sweepstakes horses have earned 

an international reputation as the best in 

the world, won at the All American Quarter 

Horse Congress and competed in the 

National Finals Rodeo. The Limited Open 

Barrel Race is for contestants striving to 

make it into the Sweepstakes. Other exciting 

speed events include Polebending, 

Dash For Cash, Rescue Race and Flag 

Race. 

Contact an OBRA Executive Member 

today to get involved with the great 

sport of Barrel Racing. 

Paige Victoria Robson Crowned 

Ontario Wrangler Junior High 

School Rodeo Princess 

Earns Year End Barrel Racing Championship 

at the OHSRA Finals 

Princess, Paige earned the Wrangler 

Junior Barrel Racing Year End Champion 

and reserve Pole Bending Championship 

which has qualified her for the Wrangler 

Junior High School Rodeo Nationals in 

New Mexico at the end of June. Paige 

encourages all kids from grade 6 to 12 to 

get involved with the OHSRA. It is an 

opportunity that all children should experience. 

For more information on this 

great Association contact Stephanie at 

519-466-5682 to find out why this is a 

membership every young competitor 

should hold!

10/ JULY 2009 THE RIDER

By Faith Meredith 

Director of Riding, Meredith Manor International 

Equestrian Centre 

WAVERLY, WVHorses evade the bit 

when they are uncomfortable in their 

mouths. That can happen for a number of 

reasons. The most common one is that the 

rider has unsteady hands. The rider’s 

hands may be seesawing or pulling or 

constantly bumping the horse’s mouth 

and the horse looks for a way to get away 

from the annoyance. The bit may be too 

thick or too wide for that horse’s mouth or 

the horse may have a dental problem. The 

bit may fit the horse well but be the 

wrong bit in a particular rider’s hands. 

Horses that have been ridden in draw 

reins often go behind the bit when the 

draw reins are taken off. 

Evasions take various forms. Some 

horses tend to go above the bit. They raise 

their heads high, tense their neck, tighten 

their back, and tense their hindquarters, 

often because their conformation predisposes 

them that way in the first place. The 

result is that they cannot step off correctly 

with their hind feet. Horses commonly 

evade the bit by going above it when the 

rider’s hands are unsteady or when there 

is not enough forward motion. The rider 

may be tentative and doesn’t allow the 

horse’s forward motion, the rider may not 

know how to use driving aids properly to 

send the horse forward, or the rider may 

not have the strength and coordination to 

ask the horse to move forward freely. 

Other horses go behind the bit by 

curling their neck and putting their noses 

to their chests to avoid the hand and bit. 

This is a harder evasion to correct than 

going above the bit. Horses commonly go 

behind the bit when, again, the rider’s 

hands are unsteady. Bits that are too large, 

do not fit properly, and draw reins are 

other contributors to the problem. If a 

horse is worked in a leverage bit with a 

chain under his chin, he is more likely to 

try to evade by going behind rather than 

above it. 

The problem with both of these evasions 

is that they quickly become habits. 

A trainer with good hands may help the 

horse learn how to quietly accept contact 

with the bit again. However, when a habit 

becomes deeply ingrained, the horse will 

want to fall back into it whenever someone 

with just average riding skills makes 

him the least bit uncomfortable again. 

When unsteady hands are the root of 

the problem, the rider needs to work on an 

independent seat. That means the rider 

can ride in balance with quiet hands. The 

rider should never use the reins for support 

or balance and the hands have to be 

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Fixing bit evasions 

able to work independently of the 

rider’s seat. Only then can the rider 

apply the aids independently and correctly. 

To achieve an independent seat, 

the rider has to work his or her way 

up the riding tree starting with relaxation, 

then balance, following the 

horse’s motion, applying the aids and 

coordinating the aids. With an independent 

seat, the rider can finally 

influence the horse. 

To understand how unsteady 

hands feel to the horse, pair up with a 

buddy and play the “bit game.” One 

person holds the bit while the other 

holds the rein and applies pulls, 

bumps and other motions. Simulate 

the motions you typically use when 

asking your horse for turns, half 

halts, and halts and you’ll have a 

greater appreciation of your horse’s 

viewpoint. 

If a horse has developed a bit 

evasion because of its rider’s 

unsteady hands, that rider’s first goal 

should be to work on getting her 

hands independent of her seat. For 

example, if she can follow the 

motion of the canter with her seat, 

her hands should not be following 

the motion, too. A simple test for this 

is to see if she can drop her pinkie 

onto the horse’s neck and keep it 

there. If she can’t, her hands are 

bouncing. Another test is to hold the 

whip horizontally from hand to hand 

and hold it against the horse’s neck 

to see if one hand is moving more 

than the other. Working without 

reins on a longe line is a time-honored 

way to help a rider develop an 

independent seat. 

Once the rider has an independent 

seat and her unsteady hands are 

no longer the issue, she can begin to 

work on undoing her horse’s evasive 

habit. She can longe her horse in side 

reins or work him in a round pen 

with side reins. The steady, elastic 

contact of side reins helps the horse 

understand that reaching for the bit 

can be comfortable after all. 

Putting the horse on the predictable 

pattern of a circle can help 

set a good rhythm and encourage the 

horse to relax. It is critical to get the 

horse to relax in order to correct the 

evasion. Like longing, the horse 

working on a circle understands 

where he is supposed to be and he 

will start to experiment with reaching 

for the bit. 

Another excellent way to 

encourage rhythm and relaxation is 

to work the horse over low cavelletti 

or ground poles. These also encourage 

the horse to stretch forward and 

down. When he does this and finds 

that he can now trust his riders hands 

to be steady and soft, the horse will 

begin reaching for the bit. 

Although it is not an evasion of 

the bit, some horses learn to lean on 

their riders hands for balance. Half 

halts and transitions can help these 

horses bring their hind legs farther 

under their bellies and carry more of 

their weight on their hindquarters. As 

the horse steps under himself more, 

he becomes better balanced and can 

soften in front. 

If your horse evades the bit, 

one of the first things you should do 


is have his teeth checked by an 

equine dentist to make sure there is 

nothing causing him physical discomfort. 

Then make sure that the bit 

is the right size and is fitted correctly. 

The bit should not be too thick or 

too thin. It should not stick out either 

side of the horse’s mouth nor should 

it pinch the lips. If the bit hangs too 

low or too high in the horse’s mouth, 

it can bump the teeth and make the 

horse uncomfortable. With a snaffle, 

there should be one or two wrinkles 

in the lips so that the bit is seated 

firmly in place. A dropped, figure 

eight or flash noseband can help hold 

a snaffle in place so it cannot slip 

sideways through the horse’s mouth 

if the rider takes too much rein on 

one side or the other. Make sure the 

throatlatch is not so tight that it 

restricts the horse’s breathing and 

that all of the bridle straps lay flat, 

not twisted. 

If the horse is always comfortable 

with his bit, the bridle, and his 

rider’s hands, bit evasions will not 

get started in the first place. 

____________________ 

Faith Meredith coaches riders in 

dressage, reining, and eventing and 

has successfully trained and competed 

horses through FEI levels of dressage. 

She is the Director of Meredith 

Manor International Equestrian Centre 

(Route 1, Box 66, Waverly, WV 

26184; 1-304-679-3128; 

http://www.meredithmanor.com), an 

ACCET accredited equestrian educational 

institution. 

2009 HORSE AUCTIONS 

Saturday, August 1st, 2009 - All Breed Horse & Equipment Consignment Sale. Sale starts at 9:30 

A.M. with a selection of harness, saddles, trailers, buggies, & horse drawn equipment. A flea market 

environment will take place at the same time offering numerous tack (new & used). Something 

for everyone. Followed by a good selection of all types of ponies & horses whether it be for riding, 

driving, roping or simply pleasure horses. We have it all!! 

Saturday, September 5th, 2009 - Equine Ranches 7th Select Foal Sale. Production foal sale from 

Top Quality Breeders from Western Canada PLUS Ontario breeders. Sale starts at 10:30 A.M. No 

tack and equipment selling. 

Friday & Saturday, September 18th & 19th, 2009 - Speciality Production Sale of Registered 

Quarter Horses and Paints. This is a 2 day sale so that these quality horses can be viewed and the 

arena will be set up for performance horses to show off their skills on Friday Night. Featuring: Lazy 

Lou Quarter Horse Ranch of MB. Selling approx. 50 head of yearlings and weanlings, with lots of 

size and colour. All foals will be halter broke and de-wormed. Watch for full sale listings on their 

website: www.lazylouranch.ca Other consignors will be accepted on approval of sales management. 

All animals will need to be fully registered so this sale offers great genetics, style and performance. 

This was a highly successful sale which went down well with both consignors and buyers. 

We want to continue to produce these quality sales. 

Tuesday, October 6th, 2009 - Carson's Annual Yearling & Mixed Standardbred Horse Sale. 

Equipment sellings at 2:00 P.M. with various tack and equipment dispersals. Followed by Horses at 

6:30 P.M. Offering weanlings, yearlings, broodmares in foal and racehorses. 

Friday & Saturday, October 23rd & 24th, 2009 - Carson's Fall Colours Draft Horse Consignment 

Sale. Friday features horse drawn machinery, harness, saddles, trailers and buggies. A flea market 

environment will take place at the same time offering numerous tack (new & used). Saturday, 

October 24th - All Draft Horses Sell. A highlight from last year's sale was the Gregglea Production 

Sale, which included the 2008 Clydesdale filly "Gregglea Azar's Pride" selling for $35,000.00 to Tom 

Miller of Illinois. The average on 34 head for Steve and Beth Gregg of Cargill, Ontario was just 

under $7,200.00. The overall sale average on 92 Head was $3,981.00 making us North America's 

first choice in marketing and promoting the draft horse industry. Our proven success speaks for 

itself. Future herd reductions or Complete dispersals are always welcome. Hitch up with us for all 

your auction needs. This sale will keep the similar format as our Spring Draft Horse Sale. 

Saturday, November 7th & December 19th, 2009 - All Breed Horse & Equipment Consignment 

Sale. Sale starts at 9:30 A.M. with a selection of harness, saddles, trailers, buggies, & horse drawn 

equipment. A flea market environment will take place at the same time offering numerous tack (new 

& used). Something for everyone. Followed by a good selection of all types of ponies & horses 

whether it be for riding, driving, roping or simply pleasure horses. We have it all!!


The Iron Horse Putting the Hoofs to Cancer Event 2009 

The Iron Horse Putting the Hoofs to Cancer 

Event, held at the Iron Horse Equestrian Centre at 

5132 No. 2 Side Road on Sunday July 28, 2009 

was a complete success. The rain tried its best to 

put a damper on the day, but it did not succeed. 

17 vendors and multiple booths providing food 

and entertainment were all on hand and were 

determined not to allow a bit of rain get in the 

way of a fun filled day! 

The feature show that took place at 2:00 

p.m. was first class entertainment all the way! 

The very talented Iron Horse Jumper Girls put 

on a timed jumper competition that rallied the 

crowd into a frenzy! With the ring being divided 

into to mirrored jumper courses and the timer 

clocks set up, the girls and their mounts were 

determined to go at speeds that would knock your 

sox off. The crowd was thrilled and the cheers 

were loud enough to be heard two concessions 

over. 

The Canadian Cowgirls were spectacular. 

Their musical drills, trick riding and audience 

participation games got the crowd to their feet 

and cheering “We are Canadian” at the top of 

their lungs. A combined discipline game of 

musical cones was played between the “English” 

jumper girls and the “Western” Canadian Cowgirls. 

Wow…the competitive spirit was alive and 

well at Iron Horse on Sunday afternoon. Such 

fun was had by all! 

Not to be outdone, the Toronto Mounted 

Police Drill Team entered the ring. What a sight! 

Accepting the official salute and providing permission 

to perform was Susy Niles of Iron Horse 

Equestrian Centre. What a thrill to welcome this 

team to the facility. They put on a fabulous 

demonstration, performing drills and formations 

while explaining to the crowd the nature and 

logic behind each maneuver, many of which are 

designed for crowd control. Their beautiful dark 

horses and uniforms were a sight to be seen and 

the riding skills were tremendous. 

The mood shifted very quickly from intense 

energy to somber awareness and admiration 

when the crowd was introduced to Shayna 

McDonald, our tribute rider & two time leukemia 

survivor. Shayna’s mom Sandy, a very brave 

woman in her own right, took the microphone 

and narrated their family journey through sickness 

and despair and ultimate victory over Shayna’s 

intense battle with leukemia. There was not 

a dry eye in the house as Shayna and her mom 

were able to share their family story and inspire 

the crowd beyond any of our expectations. Shayna 

is a true hero and her battle was long and hard. 

Her determination and will to live was an inspiration 

to all. 

Shayna rode Flare, 

one of the Iron Horse 

horses while her mom 

was narrating the story. 

It was truly amazing the 

bond between Shayna 

and Flare, it was as if 

they were riding atop a 

cloud, they seemed to 

float around the ring. 

Shayna’s reins were long 

and loose; she sat back in 

her saddle and rode Flare 

like they were life-long 

partners. Shayna’s mom 

attributes much of Shayna’s 

happiness in life to 

her love of horses, in fact 

her love for all animals. 

The healing powers that 

goes beyond the clinical and help the soul recover. 

Throughout the day visitors that came to 

Iron Horse Equestrian Centre, were treated to 

plenty of on site activities before and after the 

main show. There was an auction with over 60 

items displayed, a delicious barbecue, a bake 

sale, pony rides, vendor shopping (17 booths), 

dunk tank, face painting, balloon art, clowns, 

summer camp registration and information and so 

much more. The music was rocking all day and 

the spirits were high. 

This event would not have been possible 

without the support of sponsors, vendors and 

donations from various individuals and companies. 

Volunteers were fantastic, tireless and 

determined to make the event a success! The 

gratitude for their efforts runs deep! Please visit 

the Iron Horse Website at www.ironhorseequestrian.ca 

to view a complete listing of vendors, 

sponsors and auction donations. 

Net proceeds from the event were in the 

neighborhood of $8500.00 and will be presented 

to the Canadian Cancer Society. The Cancer 


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our 1870's farmhouse at Kendal Hills. Enjoy a leisurely country breakfast 

on the veranda. Then ride or drive your horses directly into the 

Ganaraska Forest. Spacious box stalls and turnout for your horse. Good 

home cooking and country hospitality for you. Explore nearby towns: 

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Calling all English riders, Western riders, 

Endurance riders and Gaited horse riders! 

All breeds and disciplines are 

invited to compete on a timed 

course with a variety of challenges 

including trail obstacles, ring jousting, 

gymkhana and elements of reining, 

hunter/jumper and dressage….. 

offered in an educational clinic format!......everyone 

has fun and 

learns! 

Can-Am Wind Rider Equestrian 

Challenge will be presented by 

Bob Jeffreys & Suzanne Sheppard 

during this exciting 2009-2010 season. 

The Wind Rider Challenge 

Regionals offers a unique, fun-filled 

opportunity for riders 14 years or 

older from all disciplines to compete 

for prizes, money and a place at the 

2010 Can-Am All Breeds Equine 

Emporium Wind Rider Equestrian 

Challenge Finals! The cross disciplinary 

course will consist of a pattern 

including, but not limited to 

some of the following elements: circles 

cantered on the correct lead 

with speed control (or circles in gait 

with speed control for gaited 

breeds), a 2 foot jump, trotting or 

gaiting while balancing an object in 

one hand, backing through and 

around barrels, sidepassing, ground 

poles, balanced halts, turn on the 

haunches or turnarounds, leg yielding, 

open/close a gate and a ring 

joust. If you and your horse can 

perform the above maneuvers and 

want to show off your teamwork in 

front of an audience, then you’d be 

great candidates to participate! 

Western riders, dressage riders, 

hunter/jumpers, trail riders, natural 

horsemen and gaited horse riders are 

all invited to compete individually 

with their horses on this timed cross 

disciplinary course. For the eliminations, 

our notable guest judges 

will award points on each challenge 

according to accuracy, horse’s attitude, 

good horsemanship and equitation. 

The closing round includes a 

new challenge course and a 2-5 

minute freestyle by each semi finalist, 

which may be videotaped and 

broadcast on the internet worldwide… 

so don’t miss your chance! 

The Can-Am Wind Rider 

Equestrian Challenge Regionals hits 

the road in 2009 to many locations 

throughout Ontario (check the Can- 

Am web site). The top scoring 

Regional participants will receive 

$500 for Regional Champion, $200 

for Reserve Regional Champion and 

$100 for Runner up, plus many 

other marvelous prizes from our 

sponsors. The Regional finalists 

from each location will not only win 

big money and fabulous prizes, but 

will earn a free spot in the Can-Am 

Wind Rider Equestrian Challenge 

Ontario Finals being held at the 

2010 Eighth Annual Can-Am All 

Breeds Equine Emporium in London, 

Ontario. There, they will compete 

for even bigger awards, with 

the winners receiving their share of 

over $15,000 in prizes and, to the 

top finalist, a custom made Ortho- 

Flex saddle valued at over 

US$5200! The saddle is brown with 

ostrich embossed cowhide decorative 

fender, seat jockey, fork and 

cantle back underlays, plush construction, 

chocolate brown 16” seat, 

patented Orthoflex Short Extreme- 

Flex flexible skirt system, all stainless 

hardware with D-Rings & 

strings, leather covered stirrups and 

horse head/berry conchos. The presentation 

saddle will have a decorative 

jeweled “wall hanger” Royal 

Chevron with the Can-Am/Wind 

Rider Challenge Champion logo, a 

matching Softsides Breast Collar 

and a matching leather cantle bag. 

Can Am would like to thank 

our many sponsors, including Home 

Hardware, Ortho-flex Saddleworks 

Inc. and The Rider.com for providing 

generous prizes for these exciting 

events. There are still some 

sponsorship options available. Visit 

www.canamequine.ca/on/sponsorships.html 

to see more. Watch 

Hoofs To Cancer 

Continued from Page 14. 

Society was thrilled with the event 

and was impressed with the organization 

and level of high entertainment 

value that was provided and 

they have their hearts set on doing it 

out!!....this is going to be mind 

blowing!! 

It’s easy to apply! Go to 

www.canamequine.ca for Wind 

Rider Challenge information, locations, 

stories, videos, comments, 

links and entry applications...... 

remember, spots are very limited! 

Can-Am’s Wind Rider Equestrian 

Challenge is open to all riders 14 

years of age or older and horses of 

all breeds. Hurry - entry applications 

are limited and accepted on a 

first come, first served basis. 

again next year. Keep your eyes 

and ears open as organizers are 

anticipating a 2nd Annual Hoofs to 

Cancer event for 2010. If you are 

interested in becoming a sponsor or 

getting involved with next year’s 

event, please contact Kelly Sinyi- 

Miller of Miller Consulting at 

kelly@millerconsultingservices.net. 


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Randy Bird and Tanner Headline the first All 

About Horses Show at the Lindsay Fairgrounds 

June 6 and 7 marked 

the dates of the inaugural 

“All About Horses Equine 

Show” and what a show it 

was! Some of the breeds on 

display included Quarter 

horses, Mustangs, Newfoundland 

ponies, Icelandic 

ponies, Mini-horses, Belgians, 

Percherons, Clydesdales, 

Thoroughbreds, 

Hackneys, Friesans, Standardbreds 

and cross breeds 

- to name just a few. 

The enthusiastic 

crowd was treated to a nonstop 

array of displays, seminars, 

demonstrations, team 

penning, ploughing and fox 

hounds throughout the spacious 

new Lindsay Fair 

facility. Each day ended 

with the popular parade of 

champions. 

But all eyes were on 

headliner and equine educator, 

Randy Bird as he 

entered the arena to conduct 

both riding and driving 

demonstrations featuring 

his amazing young 

paint-cross horse Tanner, 

“The little horse with the 

big heart”. Tanner, rescued 

from starvation by Randy 

three years ago has developed 

into an amazing performer. 

The crowd cheered 

for speed on the carriage 

runs and Tanner didn’t disappoint 

them - breaking 

into a full gallop along the 

front of the grandstand, 

then coming to a full stop 

and standing motionless for 

the question and answer 

period. 

One of the most popular 

features of Randy’s 

show is the draw to see 

which lucky audience 

member will get to ride on 

the marathon cart with 

Randy as Tanner runs a 

marathon course complete 

with sliding turns and a full 

gallop on the straightaways. 

To some, it is the 

thrill of a lifetime. The 

show also featured a live 

action street scene and trail 

demonstration complete 

with loud and frightening 

noises and unexpected 

sights that horses could 

experience out in the real 

world 

Ḟollowing the performances, 

families flocked to 

Tanner’s stall to touch him, 

to take a picture of him or 

just look at him up close. 

Whether it’s his colour or 

talent or his life story, there 

is obviously something 

very special about this 

horse that people - and 

especially children - feel 

an instant bond with him. 

“Dr. Bob Watson, one 

of the event organizers 

said, “We had seen Randy 

at his own clinic and were 

very impressed with not 

only his training methods 

but also his care and concern 

for his equine pupils. 

His mission of safety first 

shone through as it did as 

well at our show. We were 

delighted to have Randy 

Bird, his horses, Tanner & 

Tristan and his crew kick 

off our inaugural show. I 

think that the crowd really 

enjoyed the performance 

and Randy’s message that 

all training must be safe for 

horse and handler. I know 

they appreciated Randy’s 

advice that you must thoroughly 

prepare your horse 

for the sights and sounds of 

the real world before you 

put the horse in those types 

of inevitable situations - 

wise and welcome words 

from a master horseman.” 

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Nine Gypsy Vanner Horses Arrive 

in Palgrave 

by Cheryl Bruder www.MyMezeppa.ca 

photos by Rachelle Roussau 

They come from humble beginnings as the 

secreted Gypsy pride to become Deerfields’ cavalcade 

of mystical royalty. A handful of these 

rare treasures will now reside at Deerfields Stables 

with owner, Jim Wilson. 

Nine majestic Gypsy Vanner Horses were 

welcomed at a June 9th, reception in Palgrave. 

Their presentation came after a 30-hour trip from 

Florida and their birthplace, ‘Gypsy Gold’ farm. 

After a warm greeting and before introducing 

us to the guests of honour, Jim Wilson 

described how he had first come upon this beautiful 

breed and what set him on his expedition to 

acquire his own string of gypsies. It seems that 

while visiting a neighbour’s farm with the intention 

of buying peacocks for his estate, the owner 

introduced Jim to his first Gypsy Vanner Horse, 

and so the path was set. 

With champagne glasses in hand, we made 

a toast to the horses in honour of their safe 

arrival. Jim then introduced his special guest, 

Dennis Thompson. Dennis is the person who 

first brought these unique horses onto North 

American soil in 1996. After years of research, 

time and dedication, he formed a Gypsy Vanner 

breed registry, The Gypsy Vanner Horse Society. 

Thompson’s first encounter with the breed 

was a horse named Cushti 

Bok, which, in Romany 

Gypsy language means 

‘Good Luck’. It was this 

horse who became the first 

Gypsy Vanner Horse stallion 

in North America. He 

was, there by, the first 

selectively bred horse 

raised by Gypsies in the 

world to be recognized as a 

breed. 

Dennis’s mission 

is to: honour, give recognition 

and to bring better 

understanding to the 

world’s most colourful, 

least understood society and 

the horses they so dearly 

love. By respecting the spoken 

word of the Gypsies 

who have dedicated a lifetime 

in the pursuit of a 

dream to create the perfect 

horse to pull their caravans. 

His joint mission is to 

remain quality based, culturally 

sensitive and socially 

responsible. 

It was truly awe 

inspiring to watch the regal procession passively 

walk along the red carpet, which strung through 

the haven to which these horses would now 

know as home. Calmly being lead by trainer 

Sandy Diamond, barn manager Lisa Rossi and 

their team. 

As well as starting a breeding program, Jim 

Wilson plans to turn his stunning family oasis 

into a facility where a select few can purchase an 

annual club membership which would allow 

exclusive use of the members own, hand picked 

Gypsy Vanner Horse. Members would also have 

use of the other numerous amenities (which continue 

to expand) on the Deerfields Estate. 

Both these men are commended for becoming 

the ambassadors of the breed and the venture 

they have set for the Gypsy Vanner Horse. I 

raise my glass to toast their visions to preserve 

this historic and mystical breed and I wish you 

both Cushti Bok (good luck). 


Third Annual Al Humphrey Memorial Ride 

SUNDAY, AUGUST 2, 2009 

Pledges raised by this year’s ride will benefit: 

STRONACH REGIONAL CANCER CENTRE 

& 

MAKE-A-WISH CANADA/TORONTO & CENTRAL ONTARIO 

*25 kilometre marked course through the scenic winding trails of York Regional 

Forest * *Top Pledge Earner Awards, Individual, Team & Volunteer * *Set your own 

pace **Radio Checkpoints * * Horse Holders * Wake-up Coffee ** Lunch Stop * 

Spot Prizes *Overnight camping available** Saturday night campfire * Individual, 

Team & Sponsor Entries** After Ride Entertainment & Bar-B-Que * 

Starting at Al’s Tack Shop 

Check-in from 7:30 am Start times from 8:00 am 

Rider Registration Fees: 

Prior to June 25 $ 25.00 • June 26 to July 25 $ 45.00 • July 26 to July 31 $100.00 

Rider and Volunteer Registration NOW OPEN 

PLEASE REGISTER EARLY, LIMIT OF 300 HORSES & RIDERS 

Please Note: Registrations will not be taken the day of the Ride 

Registration Forms and Information available at 

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OR 

Al’s Tack Shop,|4812 Vandorf Sideroad, Stouffville, Ont L4A 7X5. 

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The Al Humphrey Memorial Ride, in honor of Allan Stewart Humphrey (October 10, 

1932 – February 2, 2006,) or as he was known to most “Al” of Al’s Tack Shop, provides 

an opportunity for the horse community at large to make a positive contribution to the 

lives of others by raising funds for deserving non-profit organizations. During his lifetime 

Al gave selflessly in support of many deserving organizations and charities. It is in 

this spirit that the Al Humphrey Memorial Ride has been established. Recipient charities 

and/or organizations are named on an annual basis.


Natural Horsemanship & Body Control Foundation Reining Training 

Introducing 

Mocha, 

my new subject! 

By Susan Dahl 

I’d like to introduce to this column 

the 2 yr. old filly that I have for sale. I 

bought Mocha at a sale 2 weeks ago and I 

plan to train her and resell her. For information 

on Mocha or other horses for sale, 

please visit www.reinersuehorsemanship.com. 

If readers have been following this 

column, they know that last winter, I was 

putting some tune up training on a horse 

named Trigger. I’d like to continue along 

the same idea and write about Mocha as 

she progresses through her basic or foundation 

training or until she is sold. 

Basic Training by Another Name is 

Foundation Training 

All basic, foundation, & tune up 

training starts with the same body control 

exercises to put the solid beginning training 

on a horse. So the horse is light, 

responsive, and respectful. You as the 

rider are able to move or cue any of the 

horse’s body parts around as you need to. 

Move around trees and obstacles, move 

beside your mailbox to get mail :0, open a 

gate from horseback, check cows, perform 

exquisite maneuvers for the sheer 

joy of it..... any wonderful things to do on 

horseback! 

Trigger was getting a tune up or 

refresher of the basic training where as 

Mocha will get the basic or foundation 

training right from the start. This is the 

best time to put the foundation training on 

a horse. It gives the horse a great start in 

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their riding career. If problems arise later, you can 

always go back to the basics. 

You can always later on go back and put the foundation 

training on the horse, it just takes more time. The 

horse has to unlearn the wrong skills and learn the new 

skills. 

Mocha’s Background 

Mocha was just started under saddle when I got 

her. About 20 rides. I know the lady who I bought 

Mocha from and know that they are gentle people when 

they start horses. (As everyone knows, you have to be 

careful when you buy horses at auctions). 

Please follow along with me as I take you through 

Mocha’s journey of foundation training after her initial 

start. 

Let’s begin…. 

After the ‘Getting Acquainted’ or Round Penning 

Mocha’s first session was round penning where I 

spent a fair bit of time accessing her temperament and 

willingness to learn (or trainability). I wanted to see if 

she has been round penned before. She was very responsive 

and willing. 

I’m accessing her to see what kind of horse she is 

America’s Horse – The American Quarter Horse Hall of 

Fame & Museum offers many exciting exhibits and 

events this summer. Located in Amarillo next to the 

American Quarter Horse Association headquarters, the 

Hall of Fame & Museum is a great place to visit while 

traveling to a horse show or vacationing with the family. 

On exhibit now in the Clarence Scharbauer Jr. 

Gallery is a celebration of The American Quarter Horse 

Journal’s 60 years of publication. The past six decades 

of the magazine are displayed with former magazine 

covers and written history. It is a unique reflection of the 

past 60 years of AQHA and the American Quarter 

Horse. The Journal exhibit will be up through August 3. 

The 2009 Hall of Fame class will take its place in 

American Quarter Horse history as the new exhibits are 

unveiled to the public for the first time July 21. The 

exhibits of the five people and three horses inducted into 

the Hall of Fame this year will be showcased as the 2008 

class takes its place in the timeline. The 2009 inductees 

and what type of person would suit her. And what events 

she might excel in. 

Next Session Comes Flexing 

As you can see from the 1st photo, I was flexing 

Mocha from the ground. She has not had that done 

before but she was a quick study. (For info on the different 

types of flexing see my article http://www.reinersuehorsemanship.com/2009/01/flex-to-stop-flex-to-slowdown-downward.html.) 

And then Comes Partial Mount Up 

Once Mocha is familiar with flexing from the 

ground from both sides, and will flex & stand still on the 

ground, I then proceeded to do the Partial Mount Up 

exercise. (See 2nd photo for a more detailed look at it.) 

I was amazed on how quickly and willing Mocha was to 

stand still while I partially mounted. She really is sweet. 

Since she had been ridden before, there was no reaction 

when I put my foot into the stirrup and lifted myself up 

and balanced myself on the stirrup. (For partial mount up 

info, see my website: http://www.reinersuehorsemanship.com/2009/01/partial-mount-up-good-safetytool.html.) 

Right Side Mount Up 

I was also pleased that she stood quite well when I 

partially mounted from the right side. A lot of horses are 

not taught to mount/dismount on the right side. I don’t 

know Mocha’s background on this but she was quite 

happy to do so. 

Completing the Mount Up 

Since everything was going so well.... I completed 

the mount up. She just stood there so I gave her lots of 

praise. It was a great session! 

I did a bit of flexing on both sides.... dismounted.... 

and called it a day! 

I really enjoyed that! What a sweet horse. 

Stay tuned next article when I talk about more 

flexing from the saddle and upward and downward transitions. 

Summertime Activities At The American 

Quarter Horse Hall Of Fame & Museum 

Foundation Reining Training Centre 

Using Natural Horsemanship Methods 

Body Control foundation & reining 

training, lessons, colt starting & 

‘train the trainer’ teachings 

Susan Dahl 

Certified Professional Horse Trainer 

Durham, On • 519-369-3866 • reinersue@hotmail.com 

www.reinersuehorsemanship.com 

will join 130 people and 76 horses already in the Hall of 

Fame for making a significant impact on the American 

Quarter Horse breed and the Association. 

On August 15, America’s Horse in Art will return 

to the Hall of Fame. This art show and sale features various 

works of art, such as paintings, sculptures and drawings. 

This year’s show will feature equine art from 24 

top western artists. Mikel Donahue created the signature 

piece for the show: a colored pencil drawing. The art 

show will continue through November 14. 

Another special event at the Hall of Fame this summer 

is Camp It Up for children. Several different sessions 

will be held, including Horseology 101, Horseology 

102 and Career Camp. Since Camp It Up’s inception 

in 1999, hundreds of young people have participated. 

The week-long camps are full of fun and interactive 

learning. Campers spend summer days playing games, 

making friends and learning all about American Quarter 

Horses. Call (806) 376-5181 to make reservations or 

visit www.aqhhalloffame.com for more information. 

Be sure to visit the Hall of Fame & Museum 

this summer to experience all the wonder and 

enjoyment of the American Quarter Horse. The 

summer museum hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Monday through Saturday. The museum is 

closed on Sundays. 

For more information on the Hall of Fame & 

Museum, visit www.aqhhalloffame.com. 

AQHA news and information is a service of 

AQHA publications. For more information on 

The American Quarter Horse Journal, The 

American Quarter Horse Racing Journal or 

America’s Horse, visit www.aqha.com/magazines.

Ontario Reined Cow Horse Association 

ORCHA 

Sponsors 

Don Bailey 

The Turkey Run Ranch owned by Brian and 

Joanne Workman of Brussels hosted our second 

ORCHA show and host us they did! What started 

out to be a wet, miserable day, turned into a great 

sunny afternoon long enough to be our biggest 

show ever. A total of 53 entries showed their 

skills to a large and enthusiastic crowd of 

onlookers. A big “thank you” goes out to Brian 

and Joanne for a very well run show at their 

great facilities. 

Due to the fact that the show ran so late and 

storm clouds were looming, we had to postpone 

Werner Bohner, President, 519-467-5691 

Craig Black, Vice President, 519-874-1294 

Stefan Winkelhage, Treasurer/Web, 519-463-9956 

Or visit us at our website: www.orcha.ca 

To promote the reined cow horse in Ontario through 

education, participation, and mentorship 

M & L Service & 

Repair 

President: Anne Vavra 

Vice-President: Paul Melrose 

Secretary: 

Mary Melnychuck - 

Membership Management 

Caroline Thornton - 

Recording Secretary 

On Sunday May 31 the Ganaraska Forest 

Horse Club held our first scheduled ride for the 

2009 season. The Annual Poker Ride, using the 

Ganaraska Forest Centre as the home base, saw 

over 75 riders head out for a trail ride of over two 

and half hours. Many riders complimented the 

Club for the well marked trail and the overall 

organization for the day. Despite the cold temperatures 

(reports of flurries in the area) and blustery 

winds the riders braved the weather to enjoy the 

beautiful scenery of the Ganaraska Forest and 

friendship of so many equine enthusiasts. The 

Club is continuing to see an increase in the number 

of new members. At the Poker Ride a total of 

22 trail riding enthusiasts signed their membership 

form. One guest, who joined the Horse Club 

for her first ride, really had a fantastic day! Ellen 

Thomas, of Grafton, ended up with the full house 

of cards and her poker hand netted the winnings 

for the day. Ellen rode home with $385.00 

tucked into her pocket. No doubt, Ellen and her 

horse, Checks N’Lace, will be returning for other 

events planned by the Ganaraska Forest Horse 

Club. 

The next event for the Club is the Skills 

Ride scheduled for Sunday June 28. This will be 

held at the Sanaraska Park. The Skills Ride will 

provide the opportunity for riders to test their 

skills working through a number of obstacles. 

our demonstration of the Ranch Horse Versatility 

Class. There has been a tremendous amount of 

enthusiasm about this class to be held at London 

Fair. We will keep you updated as to patterns 

and entries in upcoming ads. Anyone wishing 

more information about this class can contact: 

Craig Black (519) 874 - 1294 or Nelson Bilyea 

(519) 225 - 2130. 

Our next big weekend is Friday evening, 

July 24 at the Ilderton Quarter Horse Show and 

Sunday, July 26 at Richmond for our 

next ORCHA Show. 

Ganaraska Forest Horse Club 

BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2009 

Treasurer: 

Mary Melnychuck 

Directors-At-Large: 

Sheila MacDonald, 

Jill Brown, 

Sandra Vervoort, 

Joyce Hutchinson. 

Riders will be able to hand walk their horses 

through each of the nine obstacles and then 

mount up and be given 90 seconds for each skill. 

Future events scheduled are on August 1st-2nd: 

Overnight Ride (Members Only) and on October 

3rd: Cool Colours Trail Ride. 

The GFHC has once again contributed 

funds towards improvements to the Ganaraska 

Forest for Equestrians.$1000.00 has been donated 

towards improving and expanding the central 

horse trailer parking lot and installing a three 

panel sign with location map.The remainder of 

the monies will be directed towards pay duties. A 

Link for the GRCA has been provided on our 

website. The forest is a tremendous resource and 

the Horse Club wants to ensure it is there for 

many years to come for trail riders. 

Please check out our website to receive further 

information on the club and updates from the 

President, Anne Vavra. www.gfhc.ca 

Happy Trails this Summer Riding Season!! 

1/ Ron Keeler and Sheila Macdonald chat after the 

ride 

2/ Anne Vavra, GFHC President holding a couple of 

horses while their owners complete their poker hand 

3/ Anne Vavra, GFHC President presenting Poker 

Ride winnings of $385.00 to Ellen Thomas & her 

horse Checks N’Lace 

3/ unidentified 

President: Jim Degroot, 519-595-7043 

Vice-President: Kevin Oke, 519-263-2448 

Directors: Sarah Packett, 519-844-2551 

The O.T.C.P.A. is hosting a charity penning, 

on Saturday July 18th, in Maxwell 

Ontario, for Sunrise Therapeutic Riding & 

Learning Centre. 

Sunrise Therapeutic Riding & Leaning 

Centre has provided both physical and developmental 

challenges for children and adults with 

special needs. Individuals experience development 

of muscle strength and flexibility, 

improvement of balance, mobilization of trunk 

and pelvis, improved leaning skills, and social 

integration. This enables the person to develop a 

sense of achievement, independence as well as 

self-esteem and self confidence. Go to 

www.sunrise-therapeutic.ca to learn more about 

the opportunities and experiences, they offer to 

Western Ontario Team Cattle Penning 2009 

Competition Schedule 

July 

10 Thu. Holstein - Non-pointed - jackpot Holstein 

10/11/12 Eganville (Val White) - non-pointed 

Eganville 

18 Sat. Charity penning - non-pointed TBD 

25 Sat. Brock’s - pointed Port Perry 

August 

2 Sun. Feversham Community Centre - pointed 

Feversham 

6/7/8/9 Woodsmith - TBD, Zurich 

22 Sat. Brock’s - pointed, Port Perry 


Ontario Team Cattle Penning Association 

(Western Division) Board of Directors 2009 

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Treasurer: Patsy McMahon, 519-986-4787 

Sponsorship Co-ordinator: 

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Secretary: Michele Smailes, 519-363-0577 

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Home • Auto • Marine • Pet 

• Equine • Farm 

the riders and the volunteers. Sunrise Stable is 

a registered Charity that receives no government 

funding. They rely solely on donations of 

individuals to keep the facility and programs 

running. 

Adult Riders who collect pledges of $150 

will be entered in four drawpot teams, double 

go, $50 for youth. There will a variety of different 

activities, to include both those competing 

and those not competing. 

See the OTCPA web site www.teampenning.ca 

for directions and more details. 

This is an opportunity for riders of other 

disciplines to come out, participate, learn and 

have fun while helping out a most worthwhile 

cause. 

29 Sat. Dan Graham’s Farm - pointed, Maxwell 

September 

5 Sat. George Holm’s Farm - pointed 

Walkerton 

13 Sun. London Fair - pointed, London 

13 Sun. Uxbridge Fair - non pointed jackpot 

Uxbridge 

20 Sun. Feversham Fair - pointed, Feversham 

26 Sat. Brock’s - pointed, Port Perry 

October 

16 Fri. Little Royal - Walkerton - pointed, 

Walkerton 

24 Sat. FINALS, Walkerton 

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WEB SITE: www.nbhacanada.com 

E-Mail Address: nbhacanada@yahoo.ca 

NBHAC NEWS 

Well show season is well underway! 

I want to let everyone know that I 

now have a new name, I was married to 

Mike Hockin on June 13, with lots of 

friends and family, and will be changing 

my name to Debby Hockin! Other than 

that, I can be found at the same email for 

now, and same phone number. So don’t 

hesitate to drop me a line if you have 

any questions. 

Congratulations to our Membership 

Survey Winner! 

Katie Rosbrook of Burlington, 

Ontario is the lucky winner of a one year 

FREE NBHA Canada membership. 

Katie like several other NBHAC members 

took a few minutes to answer our 

questions about how we’re doing, where 

we’re going, and how we should get 

there. Thanks Katie, for your feed back 

and interest in NBHA Canada. 

Upcoming Show Dates: 

ONTARIO ~ District 1 

*** Some dates & locations are tentative 

Director: Debby McMullen 519 485- 

7577 mcmullend@rogers.com 

July 18-19 - Black Gold Barrel Bonanza, 

$6000 added. Oil Springs, Ontario. 

Rough camping on grounds. 

July 26 - Zurich Fair, Zurich Fairgrounds. 

Aug 9 - Aylmer Fair, Aylmer Fairgrounds 

$1500 added 

***Aug 15 - Tillsonburg Fair Tillsonburg 

Fairgrounds(tentative) 

Aug 23 - Maidstone, 10811 S. Talbot 

Rd. SOTC Saddle Club—Grounds will 

be open overnight for rough camping. 

Water and toilets available. Full SOTC 

show, with games, halter, Western and 

English classic classes. 

Sept 6 & 7 - Paris Fair Minimum $7500 

added (co-sanctioned with ON Dist 2) 

Sept 18, 19 - Western Fair co-sanctioned 

with ON Dist 2 

Oct 10 - Dorchester Fair Dorchester 

Fairgrounds $1500 added 

Oct 12 - Brigden Fair Brigden Fairgrounds 



Welcome back to our 

major Sponsor: 

Eastern Canadian Regional Director: 

Kim Sabila, 847 Norfolk County Rd 19 East, Wilsonville, Ont. 

N0E 1Z0 (519) 443-6838 

Ontario Provincial Director 

Sue Collier: 23072 Old Airport Rd., Glencoe, On., N0L 1M0 

(519) 287-2486 

2008 Ontario Directors: 

District 1 (Western Ontario): Debby McMullen 139 Cherry St., 

Ingersoll, Ont. N5C 1H8 - Home # 519-485-7577 

Boundaries for District 1: From Hwy 86 at Amberley along 

through to Hwy 8 to Dundas (Hamilton) & all West! 

Director: Joanne McEachern ~ 519 928- 

9828 j.mceachern@sympatico.ca 

August 1 & 2 - Erin, ON Barrelrama 

Sept 6 & 7 - Paris Fair Minimum $7500 

added (co-sanctioned with ON Dist 1) 

Sept 18, 19 - Western Fair co-sanctioned 

with ON Dist 1 

***Sept 25 - Milton, ON 

***October 11 - Erin, ON Fair 



Director: Darlene Jackson: (705) 472- 

9596, Darlene.J.Jackson@ontario.ca 

July 25 & 26 - Kapuskasing (Starview 

Stables Speed Challenge) co-sanctioned 

district 3 and QC01) $5000 added. Cosanctioned 

with the AERWAT and 

NBHA QB District#01 

August 15 & 16 - B & H Ranch, 

Chelmsford, ON. Harvey and Bonnie 

Johnston 705-855-5818 

***August 22 - Fabre,Québec Co-sanctioned 

with the AERWAT and NBHA 

QB District#01 

August 23 - New Liskeard,Ont Co-sanctioned 

with TPHC and NBHA QB District 

#01 

September 26 - Earlton,Ont. 

Youth Worlds: 

This is coming up fast and I want 

to congratulate Kelsey Boots, Felicity 

and Heather Daigrepont, Ashley and 

Brittany Langford, Krystie Small, 

Alyssa Wagner and Paul Walt as the 

compete and represent Canada at the 

Youth Worlds. The draw is not up as I 

get this newsletter out, but check out 

nbha.com and you can also link through 

it to watch the show live. Go Get Em 

Canadians!!! 

INTERNATIONAL PLOWING 

MATCH Co-sanctioned 

Show Results for NBHA Canada on 05/24/09 at 

Glouster Fair 

NBHA 4D Jackpot in Open on 05/24/09 

Paying to 4 placings, Jackpot Total = $ 1773.00, Rider 

count = 78 

1D Time = 16.076, Placings = 15, Pool = $ 620.55 




Not Placed = 19 

1D Placings 

1st, 16.076, $248.00, John Harrison on Keep The Streak 

Going 

2nd, 16.216, $186.00, Lynn Maisonneeuve on Smockey 

3rd, 16.272, $ 93.00, Leslie Richards on Zip 

Tie, 16.272, $ 93.00, Jamie Burgess on Darcy’s Little Ridge 

5th, 16.324, Tammy Maiscnneuve on Kass Boco Bar 

6th, 16.352, Kelly Menard on George 

7th, 16.399, Amy Thompson on Jadesa Two Eyed Tass 

8th, 16.436, Betsy MacFarlane on Cody’s Curiosity 

9th, 16.488, Aliette Leduc on Seperate Cash 

10th, 16.540, Sara Dizzell on Candy 

2D Placings 

1st 16.587, $213.00, Savana Sinclair on Tess 

2nd 16.640, $160.00, Kristen Hawley on Go JoJo Dash 

3rd 16.660, $106.00, Billy Lajeunesse on Misse Leotardo 

4th 16.736, $ 53.00, Jessica Siefried on Diaz 

5th 16.775, Nancy Perry on Chasin Down Debt 

6th 16.776, Tracey Sadler on Lucks Kodak Moment 

7th 16.780, Shelley Stephenson on This Treasures Astar 

8th 16.812, Marc-Andre Gratton on Mack’s Sandy Hill Doc 

9th 16.860, John Harrison on Paying Down Dept 

10th 16.864, Billy Lajeunesse on Katy Express 

3D Placings 

1st 17.092, $142.00, Valerie Carpentier on Skip 

2nd 17.100, $106.00, Debbie Hueff on Bacco Sugar Bar 

3rd 17.128, $ 71.00, Agathe Babin on Kassilo Tazz Devils 

4th 17.136, $ 35.00, Martine Lalonde on Luck’s Giddy Up 

Go 

5th 17.140, Lisa Taylor on Im Kool Yawl Famous 

6th 17.164, Roxanne Ferguson on Dallas in Demand 

7th 17.184, Edith Sanscartier on Katou 

8th 17.212, Mario Leroux on Troubled Bull 

9th 17.311, Ryan Daly on Pay Me Cash 

10th 17.320, Don Miller on Nugget 

4D Placings 

1st, 18.192, $106.00, Kristie Small on CB Miss Azure Bug 

2nd, 18.260, $ 80.00, Luc Desjardins on Prince 

3rd, 18.444, $ 53.00, Yves Dejardins on Fantasie 

4th 18.892, $ 27.00, Penny Robert on Shes Still Charging 

5th 18.907, Alyssa Wagner on Maybe Ima Fantasy 

6th 19.288, Amelia McInnes on Eternal Blaze 

7th 19.528, Brianne Mason on Free Spirited Charlie Brown 

8th 19.704, Karen Aitkens on Zips Spunkie Moon 

9th 19.884, Sarah Macfarlane on Tiger 

10th 19.920, Tasha Scott on Burnin Bottom Bailey 

NBHA 3D Jackpot in Senior on 05/24/09 

Paying to 1 placings, Jackpot Total = $ 132.00, Rider count 

= 8 





1D Placings 

1st 16.488 $ 79.00, Aliette Leduc on Seperate Cash 

2D Placings 

1st 17.512 $ 53.00, Robert Lalonde on Money Jet 

2nd 17.692, Guy Dejardins on Black-Jack 

3rd 17.704, Don Gratton on Fuego Star 

3D Placings 

N/T, 400.000, Ronald Maisonneyve on Tassi 

N/T, 400.000, Donna Whiticar on Cowboy 

N/T, 400.000, Lisa Taylor on Im Kool Yawl Famous 

N/T, 400.000, Kathy Richards on Jodies Little Amos 

NBHA 4D Jackpot in Youth on 05/24/09 


= 24 






1D Placings 

1st, 16.144, $ 69.00, Tammy Maiscnneuve on Kass Boco Bar 

2nd, 16.272, $ 41.00, Leslie Richards on Zip 

3rd, 16.555, $ 27.00, Kalina Leduc on Chequavana 

4th, 16.587, Savana Sinclair on Tess 

2D Placings 

1st, 16.668, $ 71.00, Maddy Wright on RJ Gabrielle Bugs 

2nd, 16.835, $ 47.00, Hillary Millar on Lady 

3D Placings 

1st, 17.280 $ 39.00, Tyler Aitken on Go Spin An Dash 

2nd, 17.368 $ 24.00, Ashley Langford on Santana 

3rd, 17.527 $ 16.00, Kristie Small on CB Miss Azure Bug 

4th, 17.599, Shawn Johnson-Scarf on Cowboy 

5th, 17.932, Brianne Mason on Free Spirited Charlie Brown 

6th, 17.968, Kelsey Boots on Zips Sandwich 

4D Placings 

1st, 18.536, $ 29.00, Roxanne Cloutier on No Trouble Zip 

2nd, 18.736, $ 18.00, Alyssa Wagner on Maybe Ima Fantasy 

3rd, 19.748, $ 12.00, Amelia McInnes on Eternal Blaze 

4th, 19.892, Katie Aitken on Another Cool Move 

5th, 22.976, Aaron DeBoer on Just a Gem 

Show Results for NBHA Canada on 06/14/09 

at Millbrook. 

NBHA 4D Jackpot in Open on 06/14/09 

Paying to 4 placings, Jackpot Total = $ 1052.00, Rider 

count = 47 






1D Placings 

1st, 16.475 $147.00, Leslie Richards on Zip 

2nd, 16.737 $110.00, Betsy MacFarlane on Cody’s Curiosity 

3rd, 16.762 $ 74.00, Sara Dizzell on Candy 

4th, 16.782 $ 37.00, Krystal Cairns on Rockledge Roxanne 

5th, 16.860, Sarah Gee on RJ Catch 22 

6th, 16.953, Tracey Sadler on Lucks Kodak Moment 

2D Placings 

1st, 17.036, $126.00, Jamie Burgess on Darcy’s Little Ridge 

2nd, 17.041, $ 95.00, Roxanne Lemiere on Dollars In 

Demand 

3rd, 17.172, $ 63.00, Jeff Pfanner on RJ Gabrielle Bugs 

4th, 17.192, $ 32.00, Karen Aitken on CB Remember When 

5th, 17.324, Matt Storms on Suzie 

6th, 17.378, Tommy Gee on RJ Black Jet Does It 

7th, 17.397, jessica Siefried on Diaz 

8th, 17.410, Josh Storms on Bugs 

9th, 17.455, Katrina Cairns on Sandman 

3D Placings 

1st, 17.597, $ 84.00, Jessica Neddow on Sunny Dayze 

2nd, 17.659, $ 63.00, Vicki Brackett on Jetta 

3rd, 17.692, $ 42.00, Kari Dart on Gayla 

4th, 17.868, $ 21.00, Kathy Richards on Jodies Little Amos 

5th, 17.997, Karen Aitkens on Zips Spunkie Moon 

6th, 18.099, Sarah MacFarlane on Wish I’d Get Lucky 

7th, 18.133, Ashley Langford on Santana 

8th, 18.169, Krystal Cairns on Belles Sanita Jet 

9th, 18.187, Kristie Small on CB Miss Azure Bug 

10th, 18.469, Brianne Mason on Free Spirited Charlie Brown 

4D Placings 

1st, 18.559, $ 63.00, Chris Blodgett on Lou 

2nd, 18.856, $ 47.00, Michelle Wynne on Royal Honey Flair 

3rd, 19.128, $ 32.00, Allan Burgess on Coals Class N Cash 

4th, 19.290, $ 16.00, Kari Dart on Doc 

5th, 19.381, Courtney Challinor on Tia Maria 

6th, 19.769, Amanda Brackett on Jetta 

7th. 19.784, Nikki Casselman on Can’t You See I’m Wild 

8th. 19.949, Jen Dube on Twist A Little Cash 

9th. 20.160, Pamela Zurosky on Arrow 

10th. 20.576, Ellie Moore on Sugars Got Sass 

NBHA 4D Jackpot in Senior on 06/14/09 


= 3 



1D Placings 

1st, 17.839, $ 74.00, Kathy Richards on Jodies Little Amos 

2D Placings 

1st, 19.864, $ 50.00, Lynda Cairns on Rockledge Roxanne 

2nd, 24.999, Donna Claw on Tess 

NBHA 4D Jackpot in Youth on 06/14/09 


= 22 






1D Placings 

1st, 16.616, $ 48.00, Leslie Richards on Lucks Kodak 

Moment 

2nd, 16.650, $ 29.00, Leslie Richards on Zip 

3rd, 16.841, $ 19.00, Maddy Wright on RJ Gabrielle Bugs 

2D Placings 

1st, 17.557, $ 83.00, Jessica Neddow on Sunny Dayze 

3D Placings 

1st, 18.226, $ 33.00, Michelle Wynne on Royal Honey Flair 

2nd 18.305, $ 22.00, Tyler Aitken on Zip Me Three 

4D Placings 

1st, 18.795, $ 21.00, Alyssa Wagner on Maybe Ima Fantasy 

2nd, 18.894, $ 12.00, Ellie Moore on Sugars Got Sass 

3rd, 19.362, $ 8.00, Amanda Brackett on Jetta 

4th, 19.482, Courtney Challinor on Tia Maria 

5th, 19.600, Thomas Small on Flash 

6th, 19.741, Katie Aitken on Another Cool Move 

7th, 20.071, Amelia McInnes on Eternal Blaze 

8th, 20.786, Roxanne Cloutier on Zips Spunkie Moon 

9th, 21.441,Brittany Langford on Jetta Quick Star 

Show Results for NBHA Canada on 05/31/09 at Guigues 

Arena, St-Bruno de Guigues, QC 

Location: Guigues, St-Bruno de Guigues, QC 

NBHA 4D Jackpot in Barils 4D Ouvert on 05/31/09 


= 51 






1D Placings 

1st, 15.642, $131.00, Edesse Descoteaux on Fireworks 

2nd, 15.707, $ 98.00, Darlene Jackson on Farrells Bueno 

Dash 

3rd, 15.841, $ 65.00, Emily Dery on Rose Wood Robin 

4th, 15.850, $ 33.00, Brooke McArther on Wyle E Pine 

5th, 15.999, Tessa Wilson on Watch Him Streak 

6th, 16.062, Cassandre Bergeron on Choco Dash 

7th, 16.101, Raymond Gagnon on Mary Doc Bully 

8th, 16.117, Natalie Toupin on Jetta 

2D Placings 

1st, 16.153, $112.00, Edesse Descoteaux on Vegas 

2nd, 16.154, $ 84.00, Cindy Cloutier on Alegria 

3rd, 16.196, $ 56.00, Jessica Gagnon on Mistyrious Tass 

District 2 (Central Ontario): 

Joanne McEachern, RR#4, Grand Valley, Ont. L0N 1G0 (519) 

928-9828 

Boundaries for District 2: East of Hwy 86 from Amberley to Hwy 

8 at (Dundas) Hamilton and West of Gravenhurst down to Whitby 

along Hwy 12. 

District 3 (Northern Ontario): 

Darlene Jackson, 270 Cemetery Rd., North Bay, Ont. P1B 8G4 

Home # 705-472-9596 

Boundaries for District 3: North of Gravenhurst along Hwy 169, 

Hwy 11 & Hwy 60 over to Pembroke.. all North! 

4th, 16.392, $ 28.00, Jose Denis on Chickos Lucky Dash 

5th, 16.402, Lynn Baldovin on Brandy Bell Plus 

6th, 16.453, Stephanie Bolands on Delta Robin Angelo 

7th, 16.469, Phedre Bergeron on Dash T Please 

8th, 16.478, James Wilson on Cuban Cartel 

9th, 16.485, Jocelyn Descoteaux on Hez Dashing Home 

10th, 16.503, Andreanne Pleau on Grab the Junebug 

3D Placings 

1st, 16.694, $ 75.00, Arron Alexander on Im Jetting With 

Honor 

2nd, 16.775, $ 56.00, Curtis Phippen on Peppys Little D Bar 

3rd, 16.781, $ 37.00, Andreanne Pleau on Cash 

4th, 16.841, $ 19.00, Patrick Gignac on Sometimes A Kid 

5th, 16.956, Monica Gagnon on Cleo Doc Bar Money 

6th, 17.098, Pascale Sylvain on Zevi Bug Bully 

7th, 17.203, Victoria Rheaume on Miss Magic Beauty 

8th, 17.252, Nancy McDonald on Quick Viking 

9th, 17.338, Jocelyn Sylvain on First Abi Bug 

4D Placings 

1st, 17.725 $ 56.00, Erika Barbe on Abby Song Signer 

2nd, 17.821 $ 42.00, Melissa Loranger on Super Red Stardust 

3rd, 17.989 $ 28.00, Yvan Lapierre on Bullion Grace 

4th, 18.094 $ 14.00, Caroline Denis on Galianos Tin Twister 

5th, 18.112, Claude Durocher on Lea 

6th, 18.666, Laurence Chamberland on Bull The Girl 

7th, 18.967, Cynthia Gaumond on Jeamy-Lee Spotty Face 

8th, 19.337, Ashly Dery on Stretch A Mile 

9th, 19.382, Aime Charrette on Bug Moon Bully 

10th, 19.405, Shelly Lahaie on Dashing For Ladies 

NBHA 3D Jackpot in Barils senior 3D on 05/31/09 

Paying to 1 placings, Jackpot Total = $ 82.00, Rider count = 

5 




1D Placings 

1st, 15.707, $ 53.00, Darlene Jackson on Farrells Bueno Dash 

2nd, 16.402, Lynn Baldovin on Brandy Bell Plus 

3rd, 16.485, Jocelyn Descoteaux on Hez Dashing Home 

3D Placings 

1st, 18.112 $ 29.00, Claude Durocher on Lea 

2nd, 19.405, Shelly Lahaie on Dashing For Ladies 

NBHA 4D Jackpot in Barils jeune 4D on 05/31/09 


14 






1D Placings 

1st, 15.841, $ 29.00, Emily Dery on Rose Wood Robin 

2nd, 16.196, $ 20.00, Jessica Gagnon on Mistyrious Tass 

2D Placings 

1st, 16.453 $ 25.00, Stephanie Bolands on Delta Robin Angelo 

2nd, 16.503 $ 17.00, Andreanne Pleau on Grab the Junebug 

3rd, 16.781, Andreanne Pleau on Cash 

3D Placings 

1st, 16.956, $ 17.00, Monica Gagnon on Cleo Doc Bar Money 

2nd, 17.203, $ 11.00, Victoria Rheaume on Miss Magic Beauty 

3rd, 17.725, Erika Barbe on Abby Song Signer 

4D Placings 

1st, 19.337 $ 13.00, Ashly Dery on Stretch A Mile 

2nd, 20.743 $ 8.00, Emma Precious-Peddie on Kandi Kiss 

Kash 

3rd, 23.206, Melanie Berube on Awsomes Ole Roan 

N/T, 400.000, Erika Barbe on Midnight Beauty 

N/T, 400.000, Noemie Barbe on Maybe 

Show Results for NBHA Canada on 06/19/09 at Gray\s 

Arena Arena, Hillsburgh, ON 

Friday Open 4D Results 

Friday Youth 3D Results 


= 81 






1D Placings 

1st, 17.995, $189.00, Caleb Clingen on White Alibi 

2nd, 18.006, $158.00, Tiany Schuster on Notable Bully 

3rd, 18.012, $126.00, Edwin Cameron on VF Down Home 

Coup 

4th, 18.137, $ 95.00, Heather Kosmowski on My Girls Josie 

5th, 18.319, $ 63.00, Edwin Cameron on Bahama Bully 

6th, 18.321, Todd Bekins on Wonder If Im debest 

7th, 18.376, Sarah Schut on Spook 

8th, 18.407, Amy Fotheringham on Sharp Dressed Oakie 

9th, 18.479, Barb Lillie on The Kings Pet 

10th, 18.488, Caleb Clingen on Sure Dash 

2D Placings 

1st, 18.576, $162.00, Sarah Gee on RJ Catch Twenty Two 

2nd, 18.584, $135.00, Betsy MacFarlane on Codys Curiosity 

3rd, 18.793 $108.00, Caleb Clingen on Bogie’s French Popper 

4th, 18.822 $ 81.00, Brody Johnston on PC Frenchmans 

Melody 

5th, 18.956 $ 54.00, Sara Dizzell on Candy 

6th, 18.957, Glenn Sutherland on Dash for Doctor 

7th, 18.977, Amber Swatuk on Flams Finale 

8th, 18.984, Leslie Richards on Zip 

3D Placings 

1st, 19.006 $108.00, Darlene Jackson on Farrels Bueno Dash 

2nd, 19.140 $ 90.00, Shane Yoder on Treasure of PDNYFD 

3rd, 19.222 $ 72.00, Shelby McEachern on Shecky’s Kartell 

Kid 

4th, 19.343 $ 54.00, Vanessa Riddell on Skips Bar Room 

Buddy 

5th, 19.402 $ 36.00, Sue Collier on Ms Fly Away Baby 


7th, 19.426, Marg Ten Hove on Sweet on Jazz 

8th, 19.448, Chris Blane on Caraways Native Storm 

9th, 19.484, Annett Ford on QT Poco Vittoro 

10th, 19.486, Diana Manella on Skip it Bull 

4D Placings 

1st, 20.027, $ 81.00, Missy Wilson on Super Power Jac 

2nd 20.038 $ 68.00, Lisa Taylor on Im Kool Yawl Famous 

3rd 20.066 $ 54.00, Jessica Pridham on LL Blueboy Badger 

4th 20.141 $ 41.00, Christine Thorne on Chase This Amigo 

5th 20.158 $ 27.00, Angie MacDougall on Jae Bonanza Bar 

6th 20.181, Edwin Cameron on Red Headed Jonsey 

7th 20.234, Greg Leyzac on Sugar Top Cody 

8th 20.286, Dayle Tengnagel on Zip 

9th 20.367, Laura Rae on Swipe N Cash 

10th 20.393, Felicity Daigrepont on My Hearts Ablaze 

NBHA 3D Jackpot in Friday Youth 3D on 06/19/09 


= 32 





1D Placings 

1st, 17.995, $508.00, Caleb Clingen on White Alibi 

2D Placings 

1st, 18.557, $122.00, Leslie Richards on Zip 

2nd, 18.603, $ 91.00, Callie Gray on Cagho 

3rd, 18.793, $ 61.00, Caleb Clingen on Bogie’s French Popper 

4th, 18.871, $ 30.00, Vanessa Riddell on Skips Bar Room 

District 4 (Eastern Ontario): 

Barb MacFarlane: 753 Descranto Rd. Descranto, ON K0K 1X0 

(613) 396-2888 

Boundaries for District 4: East of Hwy 12 from Whitby up to 

Gravenhurst, East of Huntsville along Hwy 60 to Pembroke. 

District 5 - Quebec 

Estelle Berube, RR#1, Duplex Rd., Kapuskasing, Ont. P5N 2X7, 

(705) 335-6589 

Assisted by: Edesse Descoteaux, 6395182 Rte 391 Sud, 

Lorrainville, QC J0Z 2R0 (819) 625-3257 

2009 Maritimes Director – TBA 

Buddy 

3D Placings 

1st, 19.103 $ 81.00, Tamara Weese on Bet 

2nd, 19.169 $ 61.00, Kyla Pearson on Pilgrim 

3rd, 19.602 $ 41.00, Aimee Leyzac on Dudes Tardy Conclusion 

4th, 19.902 $ 20.00, Josiah Clingen on Sheza Hero 

5th, 20.029, Victoria Rheaume on Miss Magic Beauty 

6th, 20.236, Christine Thorne on Chase This Amigo 

7th, 20.363, Jessica Pridham on LL Blueboy Badger 

8th, 20.729, Morgan OBrien on First Down Bonita 

9th, 20.883, Kaitlyn McDougall on Magic 

10th, 20.989, Chelsie Fotheringham on Sharp Dressed Oakie 

NBHA 4D Jackpot in Saturday Open 4D on 06/19/09 


= 96 






1D Placings 

1st, 17.992, $338.00, Edwin Cameron on Bahama Bully 

2nd, 18.145, $282.00, Amy Fotheringham on Sharp Dressed 

Oakie 

3rd, 18.228, $225.00, Richard Mathieu on Eye R Aluck 

4th, 18.232, $169.00, Heather Kosmowski on My Girls Josie 

5th, 18.311, $113.00, Edwin Cameron on VF Down Home 

Coup 

6th, 18.322, Leslie Richards on Zip 

7th, 18.382, Doug McCallum on Rey of Luck 

8th, 18.398, Tiany Schuster on Notable Bully 

9th, 18.417, Chris Blane on Caraways Native Storm 

10th, 18.425, Joanne Fisher on Hoak’s Hell Twister 

2D Placings 

1st, 18.691, $290.00, Marg Ten Hove on Sweet on Jazz 

2nd, 18.694, $241.00, Caleb Clingen on Sure Dash 

3rd, 18.706, $193.00, Caleb Clingen on White Alibi 

4th, 18.719, $145.00, Sara Dizzell on Candy 

5th, 18.744, $ 97.00, Kathy Richards on Jodies Little Amos 

6th, 18.815, Barb Lillie on The Kings Pet 

7th, 18.823, Caleb Clingen on Bogie’s French Popper 

8th, 18.828, Don Rejc on Tiffany’s Dash 

9th, 18.856, Betsy MacFarlane on Codys Curiosity 

10th, 18.869, Mickaela Cronin on Zips Morning Mist 

3D Placings 

1st, 18.995 $193.00, Darlene Jackson on Farrels Bueno Dash 

2nd, 19.135 $161.00, Glenn Sutherland on Dash for Doctor 

3rd, 19.138 $129.00, Lisa Taylor on Im Kool Yawl Famous 

4th, 19.161 $ 97.00, Jessie Robson on Cowboy 

5th, 19.163 $ 64.00, Sandra Enns on Dasher 

6th, 19.190, Josiah Clingen on Sheza Hero 

7th, 19.204, Annett Ford on QT Poco Vittoro 

8th, 19.402, Roy Rae on Foxys Grande Ole Cash 


10th, 19.503, Carole Lampron on Im Pretty N Famous 

4D Placings 

1st, 20.105 $145.00, Felicity Daigrepont on My Hearts Ablaze 

2nd, 20.114 $121.00, Katie Rosbrook on Healey Falls Legacy 

3rd, 20.128 $ 97.00, Victoria Rheaume on Miss Magic Beauty 

4th, 20.209 $ 72.00, Diana Manella on Skip it Bull 

5th, 20.260 $ 48.00, Denise Riddell on Bailey 

6th, 20.360, Paula Davey on A Grand Diesel 

7th, 20.363, Sue Leyzac on Lucks Thru Traffic 

8th, 20.503, Megan Sabila on Miss Chief Maker Chayenne 


10th, 20.669, Heather Daigrepont on Blaze by Blaze 

NBHA 4D Jackpot in Saturday Open 4D on 06/19/09 

N/T - 418.329, Dalton Bekins on One Hungry Honey 

N/T - 418.890, Doug McCallum on Reys Jet Fire 

N/T - 419.740, Heather Kosmowski on Miss Sugar Perks 

N/T - 419.757, Dean Heffernan on Fire N Win 

N/T - 419.868, Kally Foster on Whiskey 

N/T - 419.952, Christine Thorne on Indian Elegance 

N/T - 420.068, Kim Kegler on Reckless Cat 

N/T - 422.138, Christine Thorne on Chase This Amigo 

N/T - 423.479, Shane Yoder on Treasure of PDNYFD 

N/T - 430.409, Kim Kegler on Rue 

Fixed Payout Jackpot in Saturday Slot Race on 06/19/09 

Jackpot Total = $ 3100.00, Rider count = 7 


1D Placings 

1st, 17.429, $1240.00, Tiany Schuster on Notable Bully 

2nd, 17.528, $930.00, Edwin Cameron on Bahama Bully 

3rd, 17.582, $620.00, Callie Gray on Frostys French Gal 

4th, 17.768, $310.00, Caleb Clingen on White Alibi 

5th, 18.297, Caleb Clingen on Sure Dash 

6th, 18.603, Doug McCallum on Reys Jet Fire 

7th, 27.602, Edwin Cameron on VF Down Home Coup 

NBHA 4D Jackpot in Sunday Open 4D on 06/19/09 


= 83 






1D Placings 

1st. 17.901 $760.00, Tiany Schuster on Notable Bully 

2nd. 17.971 $634.00, Sarah Schut on Spook 

3rd. 18.076 $507.00, Heather Kosmowski on Miss Sugar Perks 

4th. 18.120 $380.00, Edwin Cameron on Bahama Bully 

5th. 18.302 $253.00, Carole Lampron on Im Pretty N Famous 

6th. 18.315, Doug McCallum on Reys Jet Fire 

7th. 18.395, Missy Wilson on Super Power Jac 

2D Placings 

1st. 18.442 $652.00, Natalie McMullin on Dash Down Under 

2nd. 18.456 $543.00, Sarah Gee on RJ Catch Twenty Two 

3rd. 18.504 $434.00, Richard Mathieu on Aint No 

Runnin’Fool 

4th. 18.649 $326.00, Jayme Cook on Farrells Rose Dust 

5th. 18.672 $217.00, Jessie Robson on Roll Out the Money 

6th. 18.709, Leslie Richards on Zip 

7th. 18.769, Chris Blane on Caraways Native Storm 

8th. 18.778, Shane Yoder on Treasure of PDNYFD 

9th, 18.802, Sarah Maltby on Bonky 

10th, 18.831, Lisa Taylor on Im Kool Yawl Famous 

3D Placings 

1st. 18.905, $434.00, James Wilson on Cuban Cartel 

2nd. 18.974, $362.00, Elaine Seibert on Chicklet 

3rd. 19.033, $290.00, Sue Collier on Ms Fly Away Baby 

4th. 19.062, $217.00, Rebecca McWhirter on Farrels Pacific 

Cash 

5th. 19.073, $145.00, Brooke McArthur on Wylie E Pine 

6th. 19.140, Annett Ford on QT Poco Vittoro 

7th. 19.162, Glenn Sutherland on Dash for Doctor 

8th. 19.202, Tommy Gee on RJ Black Jet Does It 

9th. 19.226, Brody Johnston on PC Frenchmans Melody 

10th. 19.239, Sara Dizzell on Candy 

4D Placings 

1st. 19.985, $299.00, Felicity Daigrepont on My Hearts 

Ablaze 

Tie. 19.985, $299.00, Kathy Richards on Jodies Little Amos 

3rd. 20.061, $217.00, Doug McCallum on Rey of Luck 

4th. 20.065, $163.00, Trudi Rhynolds on Sweet 

5th. 20.146, $109.00, Betsy MacFarlane on Codys Curiosity 

6th. 20.165, John Smith on Handsome 

Continued on Page 26


2009 Board of Directors 

President: Teresa Finnerty, (905) 880-1745, email: nanjo@porchlight.ca 

Vice-President: Vacant 

Secretary: Margaret Murray, (905) 936-3362, email: margaret.n.murray@gmail.com 

Membership Secretary: Misha Green, 41 Briarwood Rd., Unionville, ON L3R 2W7 

(905) 475-9466, email: mishagreen@rogers.com 

Treasurer: Kelly Corbyn, (705) 424-1600, email: kellycorbyn@hotmail.com 

Don’t Leave Home 

– Without Plan B 

I knew where I was going because I 

have attended the Seouls Corners ride 

before. This year as a spectator instead of 

a competitor I didn’t feel it necessary to 

let the organizers know I was coming – it 

was going to be a surprise! 

Saturday afternoon I was late leaving 

work, the traffic was light, the weather 

was perfect and I was really enjoying 

the scenic drive. Arriving at the traditional 

site of the event, it turned out to be a 

surprise on me. Instead of seeing lots of 

trailers and horses, there was a shut gate, 

empty field and no-one in sight– Help! 

What is plan B 

Driving a little further down the road 

brought me to the house of the ride manager 

where I thought I could ask directions, 

but again no-one was there. I was 

reassured by the water buckets placed on 

the front lawn that this location was going 

to be used as a veterinary checkpoint so at 

least I hadn’t made a mistake and come 

on the wrong weekend – but by looking at 

the trail markers I could also see that the 

ride this year was coming into the property 

from an entirely different direction. 

Since my car couldn’t follow the trail ribbons 

into the woods – now I needed plan 

C. 

The people who could tell me where 

the site was weren’t any help because 

they were already there and I had no cell 

numbers with me also on Saturday 

evening most of my friends were out. 

Finally I reached a very surprised neighbour 

back home who kindly looked up the 

OCTRA website (I owe her big time) and 

gave me the necessary information. – 

Yeah!! – I was back in the game. 

Following a well paved highway I 

reached the new location. This was much 

larger than the old site and offered lots of 

level space for parking trailers. By now 

the sun was setting in bands of rose pink 

and mauve so I settled down for a relaxed 

comfortable sleep as a full moon soared 

up above the trees like a giant gold medallion. 

In the morning I watched volunteers 

get some 46 horses vetted out before starting 

the various competitions. These were 

a 31 mile Competitive Trail including 

Light, Middle, and Heavyweight divisions; 

and a shorter 25 mile Novice Competitive 

Ride. Veterinary results were 

scored for both rides. Also for those who 

only wanted to be judged for ‘completion’ 

there was a simple 16 mile Mileage Ride. 

“Vetting Out” involves the rider taking 

their horse to a volunteer who then 

records the horse’s Pulse and Respiration 

on the scorecard. The rider then proceeds 

to one of the veterinary/judges so their 

horse can have a pre-ride examination. 

This examination verifies the horse is fit 

to start the competition and provides a 

valuable reference which is compared at 

further veterinary checks at intervals during 

and again at the end of the competition. 

All the riders I spoke to really 

enjoyed the day and reported the beautiful 

trails were in excellent shape. 

Food for Thought 

At any competition it is natural to 

focus on the competitors, but in fact, none 

of these events would take place without a 

lot of people who donate their time and 

energy to make things run smoothly. 

These particular organizers, Rick 

and Elaine Steele can be proud of themselves 

– when I asked people why they 

volunteering at this ride, many simply 

answered “Elaine asked me if I could 

help”, or “Elaine and Rick needed help, it 

was the decent thing to do”. 

What really caught my attention 

were the many reasons volunteers gave 

for continuing to return year after year. 

Many comments were – “My kids were 

horse crazy, and were willing to help out 

anywhere they were needed and it taught 

them responsibility”, “It helped my child 

at school with community service”, “The 

experience as a volunteer was valuable in 

their first job interview”, “My kid got a 

chance to learn a whole lot about caring 

for a horse”. 

One great example was the family of 

Greg and Cindy White, who have been 

‘working’ this ride for six years. Cindy is 

a whiz at keeping all the entry information 

organized and had even pit-crewed 

for Elaine Steele at a competition in 

Flesherton. Her husband Greg does an 

awesome job with the water 

truck keeping all the troughs 

on trail filled while their 

three girls, Jessica, Megan 

and Sarah have all learned 

to record for the Veterinarians, 

become valuable Pulse 

and Respiration technicians, 

assist the Timer and Megan 

is even looking forward to 

taking a Veterinary Assistant 

course herself. 

As I listened to the 

volunteers, many adults 

mentioned such things as, 

“They felt good about helping 

out”, or “Personally 

received more from the 

experience than they gave”, 

while others really liked the 

opportunity to ask questions 

or observe different techniques 

and strategies that 

they could utilize. It would 

appear that volunteering for 

OCTRA can have many 

positive and far-reaching 

effects. 

Endurance Chair: Nancy Beacon, (519) 924-2347, email: kellycorbyn@hotmail.com 

Competitive Trail Chair: Lynda Townsend, (450) 764-3589, 

email: ken.townsend@csur.ca 

Ride & Tie Chair: Mike Downing, phone: (705) 428-5622, 

email: michael.downing@sympatico.ca 

website www.octra.on.ca 

Date Ride Discipline Ride Manager (R.M.)Secretary 

July 30 Ontario Provincial 160K/100M, End Open, FEI.CEI*** Esau Lewin Carol Lewin 

Championships 120K/75M,End Open, FEI.CEI** 957077 7th Line E. Mansfield 

120K/75M End Open, FEI.CEIYR** ON, Can. (705) 434-0446 

80K/50M End Open, FEI* 

80K/50M End Open, FEI.CEIYR* 

July 30 

Aug. 1 

OCTRA RIDE 

SCHEDULE 2009 

16k/10M, 32K/20M Ride N Tie 

56K/35M CTR I Day 

56K/35M CTR Open 

Aug. 2 56K/35M CTR Day 2 

48K/30M CTR Novice 

Aug. 16 Flesherton 51K/32M CTR Doug Price Doug Price 

35K/22M Novice CTR 

RR4 Chatsworth, ON 

35K/22M Mileage N0H 1G0 (519) 376-2430 

24K/15M Mileage 

Aug. 22 Adjala Trail Blazers 16K to 20K/10M to 12M Joe Black Joe Blake 

(Moonlight Ride) Mileage 

Aug. 23 32K/20M Ride N Tie 9669 Hwy 9, Palgrave, ON 

10K/6M Ride N Tie (905) 880-1745 



Aug. 30 Stormont 58K/36M CTR Sue Wallis Sue Wallis 


15947 Station Lane, Northfield 

20K/12M Mileage K0C 1R0, ON, (613) 346-2617 

Sept. 13 Oxford Station 55K/34M CTR Joanne Turpin JOANNE TURPIN 

40K/25M Novice CTR 1895 COUNTY Rd. #20 


Oxford Station, ON. 

K0G 1S0, 613-258-2009 

Sept. 19 OVAHA 40K/25M CTR Simon Benwell Theo Hunter 


830 Prescott St., Kemptville, ON. 

24K/15M Mileage K0G 1S0, 613-989-3096 

Sept. 20 

40K/25M CTR 



Oct. 3 Oktoberfest 20K/12M Mileage Open Fred Buchanan/ Fred Buchanan/ 

30K/18M Ride N Tie Open Joe Mezenberg Joe Mezenberg 

20K/12M Ride N Tie Open 

RR2 Mount Forest, ON. 

10K/6M Ride N Tie Open (519) 323-3146 

Oct. 4 

80K/50M Endurance Open 

80K/50M Endurance F.E.I.* 



Oct. 18 New Lowell Ride N Tie 10K/6M Ride N Tie Rose Danko Rose Danko 

20K/12M Ride N Tie 

29K/18M Ride N Tie 

20K/12M Mileage 705-424-0888 


5783 Cty.Rd. 9, RR#1. 

New Lowell, ON.L0M 1N0


2009 Ontario Trail Riders Association Board of Directors 

President 

Janice Clegg 

Everett, ON L0M 1J0 

Home: 705-434-0816 

Cell: 519-940-1445, 

Work: 800-360-5821, 

Email: pineriverranch@gmail.com 

Web Site/ Membership 

Wendy Downer 

Elmvale, ON L0L 1P0 

Home: 705-322-0287 

Email: wnewdawn@xplornet.com 

1st Vice President / Booth/ 

Ride Schedule 

Marvin Halladay 

Orton, ON L0N 1N0 

Home: 519-787-2307 

Cell:519-938-0695 

Email: marguerita_halladay@hotmail.com 

President’s Message 

Recently I was reading an article in a magazine that was published in the 

United States and they were talking about “Leave no Trace” practices in many 

parks located throughout the States and it reminded me of a few times lately 

when I have been out and noticed that some campsites and parking lots in 

Ontario have not been as clean as what they should be. I believe that members 

of Ontario Trail Riders Association are doing a good job of cleaning up after 

ourselves, but there may be occasions when we must 

clean up after others. This is not a pleasant task, however it is a necessary task. 

Please remember to register for the Fun’D ride on the August long weekend. 

Dufferin & Simcoe County Forests offer a lot great trails and usually 

only a few bugs. See you there. 

Janice Clegg 

President 

The Store/ 

Sue Hagerman 

Campbellford, ON K0L 1N0 

Home: 705-653-2666 

Email: sue-n-rich@sympatico.ca 

Newsletter 

Karin Zawadowsky 

Toronto, ON M9B 2Y6 

(416) 239-6509 

Email: kzawadowsky0228@rogers.com 

Secretary 

Kari Kelly 


(705) 322-6338, 

Email: kkrkelly@xplorenet.com 

2nd Vice/ Admin/ Education 

Marjory Morden 

Mansfield, ON L0N 1M0 

(705) 434-0698 

email: marsaga@sympatico.ca 

Trail Development 

Ruth Pugh 

Woodstock, ON 

519-424-3661 

Email: rpugh@equinechiro.ca 

Public Relations/Promotions 

Ann Murray 

Waterford, ON 

519-443-5706 

Email: amurray@silomail.com 

OTRA: Box 3038, Elmvale, ON L0L 1P0 • www.otra.ca 

The Ontario Trail Riders Association Inc, established 

in 1970, is an equestrian organization which promotes 

recreational trail riding and the creation, development, 

preservation and safe use of trails. 

On May 9, the Uxbridge Horsemen’s 

Association hosted “Everything 

Equine”. OTRA was there with our 

booth which was proficiently “manned” 

by Marvin Stevenson with assistance 

from Diane Van Keulen. But, in addition 

to this, we also held a fund raiser 

for the improvement to the Timber Pits 

parking lot of the Glen Major/Walker 

Woods tracts of land. 

Local businesses generously donated 

items for this fund raiser. The day 

was full of heavy bouts of rain which 

was good for the fund raiser as many 

Treasurer 

Jan Belanger 


Home: 705-322-2027 

Email: janbel@csolve.net 

Ontario Trails Council / 

Ontario Equestrian Federation 

Bonnie Simpson 

Kirkfield ON K0M 2B0 Home: 705-438-5752 

Email: equestriantrails@hotmail.com 

Regional Rep. Coordinator 

Jack Walmsley 

Claremont, ON 

905-649-3354 • Email: fernjack@mac.com 

Horses in the Park 

Diane Van Keulen 

Beaverton, ON L0K 1A0, 705-426-1307 

Email: dianevk@distributel.net 

OTRA and its members represent the equestrian trail user 

with the Ontario Trails Council, Ontario Equestrian Federation 

and Equine Canada. We welcome your membership to help support 

the voice of OTRA on your behalf. For more information 

please visit our website at www.otra.ca 

Everything Equine 

people headed for the buildings and 

the displays. 

By the end of the day, OTRA 

was able to raise $150 for the Toronto 

Region Conservation Authority. 

Thank you to all who made a donation 

and congratulations to those who won 

the prizes! 

A big thank you to the following 

businesses who willingly gave an item 

when I called: 

• Twice Around Tack 

• Canadian Tire 

• WalMart 

• Tim Horton’s 

• H.H. Goode & Son Ltd Feed Supply 

• Sunderland Feed Supply 

• Sunderland Co-op FS 

• All About Equine Tack Store 

By : Diane Van Keulen 

OTRA at REACH Open House 

The Regional Equine and Agricultural Centre of Huron (REACH) will be 

having its Grand Opening on September 12, 2009 in Clinton and the OTRA 

booth will be there. 

REACH is a state of the art motel for education and a centre for recreational 

activities that are equine related. The 40 acre site includes an indoor 

arena complex with grandstand seating, stalls, a teaching lab, a separate education 

centre with 3 large classrooms, a boardroom, a media room, dorm 

rooms, and a kitchen. Currently under construction is the outdoor facility 

with a large outdoor show ring, a warm-up ring, a round pen, stabling for 190 

horses and ample parking for trailers including hook-ups. 

Of particular interest to OTRA are plans to develop a trail in 2010 from 

the REACH facility to the Hullett Marsh. The Hullett Marsh is a 6000 acre 

Provincial Wildlife area that presently has approximately 40 kilometres of 

trails approved for horse back riding. It will take approximately 3 kilometres 

of new trail to join REACH to the Hullett Marsh trail system. REACH will be 

looking for manpower and funding to make this trail a reality and OTRA plans 

to be part of this. 

For more information on REACH or the Hullett Marsh check their web 

sites at www.reachhuron.ca and www.hullettmarsh.org. 

OTRA has a one day ride at the Hullett Marsh on August 8, 2009. Plan to 

attend the REACH Open House on September 12th in Clinton. Admission is 

free and it will offer not only a chance to see the facility but equine breed 

demonstrations, a trade show, educational sessions and food. 

OTRA St. Mary’s Ride 

The weather was much less than ideal, but 10 determined riders set 

out on the trails along the river flats near St Mary’s on Saturday June 20. 

However the weather did co-operate for pot-luck dinner and chatting around 

the fire pit that night. Sunday the fog cleared away for a wonderful day and 

approximately 22 riders enjoyed the hilly trails and a splash in the river. A big 

thank-you to the guest trail bosses who clear and maintain these trails-Tom 

Adams and Gil Esson. And thank-you is hardly enough for the generosity of 

Ian and Cheryl McKay who allow us to camp on their beautiful river flat farm, 

feed us breakfast on Sunday morning, share our stories around the camp fire 

and even pull us out when our trucks and trailers get stuck in the mud. 

Ruth Pugh and Ken Allan 

Wanted REGIONAL REPS 

WANTED: Anyone interested in developing trails and riding opportunities 

in their area! You would keep OTRA informed of the need, or time, for 

action should there be an issue, such as barring horses from existing trails, etc. 

Become your region's representative for OTRA and share your area's trail status 

and information so that OTRA can provide assistance and support when 

needed. Rally other OTRA members in your area to help with trail work and 

rides! If interested please contact Jack Walmsley at wwisotr@yahoo.com 

MEMBERSHIP NOTICE 

Due to an unfortunate mix up with our membership application in recent issues 

of The Rider, you may experience a delay in the processing of your application. 

This form included the wrong membership fees as well as the old mailing 

address. The correct address is Box 3038 Elmvale ON L0L 1P0 and the 

correct fees can be found on a form that displays this address or on our website. 

Please check your renewal or membership application before mailing - it 

will enable us to process your application in a timely manner. 

OTRA Ride Schedule July 2009 

Date 

Location Host (s) Contact Number 

July 13-14 Ganaraska Forest Jessica Puccia 905-727-6812 

Dept. of Environmental Conservation 315-376-3521 

OTRA members please consult your Ride Schedule booklet for full 

details. Non-members please contact our website at www.otra.ca for further 

information.

OTRA Victoria Day Weekend Ride 

The Victoria Day Weekend ride was held May 16-18 at the 

York Regional Forest. The ride was hosted by Helmut 

Hitscherich and Milena Krondl and was quite well attended with 

a mix of weekend campers and day riders. Thanks to Helmut and 

Marvin Halladay for leading the trail rides. It was great to see 

Helmut back in the saddle again after his knee surgery. A big 

thank you to our hosts for 3 days of riding and fun! 

A few pictures are included for our readers’ enjoyment. 

Karin Zawadowsky 


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7th. 20.183, Jessica Pridham on LL Blueboy Badger 

8th. 20.372, Brooke McArthur on Rapid Definition 

9th. 20.469, Julie Forrest on Flauzell 

10th. 20.613, Dayle Tengnagel on Zip 

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1st. 18.024, $394.00, Leslie Richards on Zip 

2nd. 18.360, $263.00, Leslie Richards on Jodies Little Amos 

2D Placings 

1st. 18.671, $282.00, Elaine Seibert on Chicklet 

2nd. 18.718, $169.00, Sarah Maltby on Bonky 

3rd. 18.732, $113.00, Tamara Weese on Bet 

3D Placings 

1st. 19.165, $188.00, Sarah McEachern on Sheckys Kartell Kid 

2nd. 19.268, $113.00, Josiah Clingen on Sheza Hero 

3rd. 19.357, $ 75.00, Kyla Pearson on Pilgrim 

4th. 19.417, Vanessa Riddell on Skips Bar Room Buddy 

5th. 19.494, Christine Thorne on Indian Elegance 

6th. 19.763, Wynter Fotheringham on Lucks Red Caddy 

7th. 19.764, Felicity Daigrepont on My Hearts Ablaze 

8th. 19.856, Diana Manella on Skip it Bull 

9th. 19.858, Adam Cameron on Go Man of Honour 

10th. 19.870, Victoria Rheaume on Miss Magic Beauty 

4D Placings 

1st, 20.091, $141.00, Jordan Thomson on Holms Maple Fudge 

2nd, 20.265, $ 85.00, Aimee Leyzac on Dudes Tardy Conclusion 

3rd, 20.336, $ 56.00, Kaitlyn McDougall on Magic 

4th, 20.339, Lexi Pendry on Don’t Call Me Earl 

5th, 20.907, Kyla Pearson on High Tide Fox 


7th, 21.872, Martine McCallum-Smith on Call Me Gambler 

8th, 22.247, Cheyenne Cronin on Six Perks Gotta Hemi 

9th, 23.999, Kaitlyn McDougall on Laney 

10th, 24.410, Christine Thorne on Chase This Amigo 

NBHA 4D Jackpot in Sunday Youth 4D on 06/19/09 

N/T, 420.351, Megan Sabila on Miss Chief Maker Chayenne 

N/T, 421.664, Samantha Feeney on Poncho 

N/T, 425.277, Caleb Clingen on Bogie’s French Popper 

Table 1 Jackpot in PeeWee on 06/19/09 

Paying to 2 placings, Jackpot Total = $ -60.00, Rider count = 12 

1D Time = 19.779, Placings = 0, Pool = $ -0.00 




4D Placings 

1st 19.779 , Adam Cameron on Go Man of Honour 

2nd 21.640, Colton Robson on Tass 

3rd 21.918, Lexi Pendry on Don’t Call Me Earl 

4th 26.243, Jacob Clingen on Booger 

5th 28.971, Tanner Rae on Shocker 

6th 45.830, Bailey Sabila on Cheyenne 

7th 46.140, Payton Dawn on Tank 

8th 57.154, Josiah Wozniak on Buster 

9th 57.724, Brianna Haggith on Call Me Gambler 

10th, 59.556, Cody Sabila on Cheyenne 

NBHA 3D Jackpot in Senior 2D on 06/19/09 

Paying to 3 placings, Jackpot Total = $ 789.80, Rider count = 18 




1D Placings 

1st, 18.120, $237.00, Edwin Cameron on Bahama Bully 

2nd, 18.315, $142.00, Doug McCallum on Reys Jet Fire 

3rd, 18.418, $ 95.00, Don Rejc on Tiffany’s Dash 

4th, 18.465, Edwin Cameron on Red Headed Jonsey 

5th, 18.831, Lisa Taylor on Im Kool Yawl Famous 

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2D Placings 

1st, 19.200 $158.00, John Smith on Handsome 

2nd, 19.203 $ 95.00, Dave Johnston on Bit of Tass 

3rd, 19.314 $ 63.00, Darlene Jackson on Farrels Bueno Dash 

4th, 19.569, Kathy Richards on Jodies Little Amos 

5th, 19.690, Greg Leyzac on Sugar Top Cody 

6th, 20.061, Doug McCallum on Rey of Luck 

7th, 20.420, Sue Leyzac on Lucks Thru Traffic 

8th, 20.422, Murray Watson on Blues Cash N Lady 

9th, 20.770, Terry Pridham on My Jetsa Twistin 

10th, 20.921, Sharon Pridham on Makin Some Coin 

Table 2 Jackpot in Poles 2D on 06/19/09 

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1D Placings 

1st, 21.895, $183.00, Betsy MacFarlane on Codys Curiosity 

2nd, 22.299, $137.00, Leslie Richards on Zip 

3rd, 22.546, $ 92.00, Doug McCallum on Reys Jet Fire 

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5th, 23.810, Jessie Robson on Roll Out the Money 

6th, 23.889, Adam Cameron on Go Man of Honour 

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1st, 24.008, $122.00 James Wilson on Pete Za Rea 

2nd, 24.435, $ 92.00 Felicity Daigrepont on My Hearts Ablaze 

3rd, 27.450, $ 61.00 Rebecca McWhirter on Farrels Pacific Cash 

4th, 28.092, $ 31.00 Justine Vyse on Im Dodging the Blues 

5th, 31.583, John Smith on Handsome 

6th, 31.674, Dean Heffernan on Fire N Win 


8th, 39.866, Richard Mathieu on Aint No Runnin’Fool 

N/T, 424.750, Vanessa Riddell on Skips Bar Room Buddy 

The Post Racing Incentive Program: 

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order to claim your share of the bonus, you 

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Evidence that the horse has raced at Ajax 

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Youth Team an International Success 

Wilsonville Ontario (NBHA Canada) June 25, 2009 - - 

Canada was well represented at the International Youth 

Barrel Racing Championships hosted in Voghera, Italy 

June 17th to 21, 2009. 

It was the inaugural year for this event that has 

great potential in it’s future to grow and promote the 

sport of Barrel Racing worldwide. World class Barrel 

Racing clinician Add Waddel of Oklahoma, gave an 

impressive two-day clinic prior to the competition, 

which allowed the Team Canada riders to get acquainted 

with the horses that were provided for them by event 

organizer, and Italian Barrel Racing Champion Shannon 

Kerr. 

Canada was represented by three very talented and 

accomplished female equestrians; Stéphanie Boland age 

16, of Corbeil, Ontario, Lacey VanAlstine age 18, of 

Dundalk, Ontario, and Jessy Mathieu age 17, of Elora, 

Ontario. Also making the trip was Team Manager Laurie 

Haughton, and Suzanne Boland acting as the team’s 

interpreter. These individuals took with them a wealth of 

horsemanship experience, and demonstrated high standards 

of sportsmanship, equestrian safety, and attention 

to the welfare of their horses, all of which was well 

acknowledged by the event’s organizers. 

After only two days with their new horses Team 

Canada embarked on a three-day competition, against 

teams that represented the various regions of Italy. Other 

countries such as France, Holland, Germany, and Russia 

had made prior commitments to attending this worldclass 

event, however for unexplained reasons withdrew 

their teams from the competition without prior notice. 

While this turn of events was a let down to the NBHA 

Canada Team it was acknowledged many times by the 

organizers and clinicians, the importance of NBHA 

Canada’s support of this event and the place that this 

team will hold in the history of the sport of Barrel Racing’s 

evolution in Italy. 

Team Canada finished very strong over all just 

behind teams representing Lombardy, and Piedmont. 

(Toronto – June 27, 2009) - Move over Jonas Brothers, 

it’s time for the The Saddle Club. The three stars of 

the hit TVOKids and VRAK.TV series are coming to 

Toronto to celebrate the launch of their new 

CD, “Best Friends” in North America. The 

girls – Lauren Dixon (Stevie), Victoria 

Campbell (Carole) and Ariel Kaplan (Lisa) - 

will appear at The Toy Shop (62 Cumberland 

Avenue) on Tuesday, July 21 (1:00 

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Add Waddel, Jessy Mathieu, Lacey VanAlstine and 

Stéphanie Boland 

The strong individual performances by Lacey VanAlstine 

who finished second overall in the second time division 

of the event, and a first time division finish by 

Stéphanie Boland during the second day of competition, 

are to be highly praised. 

The National Barrel Horse Association would like 

to thank the team sponsors and individual team member’s 

sponsors for their contribution to this ground 

breaking experience for youth involved in the sport of 

Barrel Racing in Canada. To learn more about the team 

members and view photos of the event please log onto 

NBHACanada.com. 

Saddle Club Stars Come To Toronto 

p.m.-3:00 p.m.) for a sing-along and autograph 

signing with Saddle Club fans. 

“Blaze readers have had a love affair 

with The Saddle Club since the series was 

launched in Canada,” said Jeff Tiessen, publisher 

of the popular magazine for horse 

crazy kids. “The series celebrates the values 

we promote in Blaze and we are thrilled that 

fans will have an opportunity to meet the 

stars of the series and sing-along to their 

favorite Saddle Club songs.” 

On “Best Friends” the three girls 

sing about the things that matter most to 

them - fun, friendship and their love of horses! 

The 12-song CD (released by E1 Entertainment 

in Canada) also features 12 

karaoke tracks, including a new version of 

their famous theme song, “Hello World.” 

The reception to “Best Friends” from “The 

Saddle Club” fans in Australia has been 

phenomenal and it is wildly popular in 

France where it reached #8 on the Pop Singles 

charts. Prior to their Toronto appearances 

(July 20-23), the girls are performing 

at the 20th BreyerFest Birthday Bash at 

Kentucky Horse Park (July 17-19) prior to 

their Canadian appearances. 

The TV series about three 12-yearold 

girls who formed the Saddle Club at 

Pine Hollow Stables is based on the bestselling 

books by Bonnie Bryant. The Saddle 

Club has captured the hearts of kids 

around the world. A book, television, licensing 

and merchandising success story, The 

Saddle Club is a global brand with a loyal 

following. Breyer Animal Creations® holds 

the master toy license for The Saddle 

Club in North America. 

The Saddle Club series is watched 

in more than 50 countries. In Canada, the 

show was originally launched on YTV. Currently, 

Series 3 - “The Saddle Rides Again!” 

is aired on TVOKids, VRAK.TV (Le Grand 

Galop) and Knowledge Network in Canada. 

Two of the members of the Saddle Club in 

the TV series - Lauren Dixon (Stevie) and 

Victoria Campbell (Carole) - are from Canada. 

Ariel Kaplan (Lisa), the third member of the Saddle 

Club, is from Australia. Connor Jessup (Simon) another 

of the young stars is also from Canada. 

For information on The Saddle Club please visit 

www.saddleclubtv.com. To learn more about the horsey 

kids publication, Blaze magazine, visit 

www.blazekids.com. 

L-to-R: Carole (Victoria Campbell), Lisa (Ariel 

Kaplan), and Stevie (Lauren Dixon), better known as 

The Saddle Club, will perform songs from their new 

CD “Best Friends” at .THE TOY SHOP in TORONTO

INSIDE 

CQHA News......................27 EOQHA News...................29 

Laurie Haughton................27 QROOI News ....................30 

OQHA News .....................28 ORC News.........................30 

Area 3 News ......................29 


The Canadian Quarter 

Horse Association is an 

affiliate of the AQHA. 

Annual membership is 

free to current members 

of AQHA. To enroll 

on-line, visit the CQHA 

web site: www.cqha.ca, 

and choose 

“Membership” section. Choose “Affiliates” to link to provincial Quarter 

Horse & Racing Association sites. Contact: Marnie Somers, President 

(204) 834-2479 or email: marnie@horsescoops.com 

Through the AQHA, MBNA ® becomes First 

Official Corporate Partner 

By Laurie Haughton 

2009 has been a wealth of unexpected 

surprises and opportunities for 

me in my crazy horse life. This month 

I wanted to share some snippets of my 

recent trip to Italy with the NBHA 

Canada Youth Team with you. . . wish 

you were there! 

• June 15, 10:05pm Canadian Time 

What a day! We are now almost 5 

hours into the first 7 hours of our trip; 

making our way to Amsterdam to 

catch our connecting flight to Milan... 

we all seam to be in a “pinch me” state 

it hasn’t yet sunk in that this trip is 

actually happening. This team is proof 

of the “where there is a will there is a 

way” philosophy!!!! 

So . . . so far so good, we all got 

seated together, the air plane food was 

actually enjoyable, and according to 

the on flight tracker we just flew by 

Greenland... kinda cool! 

We all think we brought the 

wrong power adapters and my laptop 

says the battery is low, so with that I’ll 

sign off till we hit the Ranch! Sweet 

Dreams Flight KLM 692 

• June 16, 11:55pm Italian Time 

DON’T pinch me! If this is a 

dream I really don’t want to wake up! 

CowBoys’ Guest Ranch and “Cowboy 

Land” looks like a set from a 60’s 

spaghetti western literally. I’ve been to 

many places in Texas and Oklahoma 

over the years but nothing really compares 

with this place, mountains in the 

Carberry, MB – June 23, 2009 – The 

Canadian Quarter Horse Association 

(“CQHA”), through their newly 

formed partnership with the American 

Quarter Horse Association (“AQHA”) 

is pleased to announce MBNA Canada 

Bank (“MBNA”) as the official 

provider of affinity credit card services 

for the CQHA. 

Through their existing partnership 

with the AQHA, the reach of 

MBNA’s corporate partnership will 

now be expanded to include the 

CQHA. This arrangement supports 10 

provincial and regional Quarter Horse 

affiliate associations (including three 

American Quarter Horse racing affiliates) 

across Canada. 

MBNA has a long history of supporting 

grassroots programs in Canada. 

Through their corporate partnership 

agreement with AQHA and their new 

affiliation with CQHA, MBNA’s support 

enhances services for shows, 

races, youth activities, educational programs, 

public policy and recreational 

riding. 

As a result of this longtime partnership, 

Bank of America and MBNA 

have benefitted virtually every member 

program offered by AQHA. 

Continued patronage by all Canadian 

AQHA, CQHA and American 

Quarter Horse affiliate members of the 

AQHA MasterCard credit card program 

contributes to CQHA and the 

participating provincial/regional affiliates. 

back ground, a castle even over looking 

the valley that the ranch is set in, 

and the cutest little village, where people 

take double takes as we’re driven 

around town in a big red Dodge Dually. 

We are totally beat, from the travel, 

the riding, and the eating!!! lol 

meals never seam to end here, they just 

keep bringing out more plates of different 

food. We’re trying not to insult 

the restaurant owners by at least sampling 

everything but really I’m not sure 

how much more we can all eat, when 

you order a personal pizza that is 

enough to feed four people! . . . Well 

jet lag has set in - so till tomorrow 

Sweet Dreams!:) 


The day has been mostly over 

cast with some rain this morning, very 

different from yesterday when it was 

really hot and humid; today it’s been 

chilly enough that we’ve needed 

sweaters. The team has settled in well 

and is getting along great with their 

horses. 

Cowboy land, has been taken 

over today by about 200 school age 

children, taking in the excitement of 

wild west reenactments shows, roller 

coaster riders, and other assorted “wild 

west adventures”. These kids are so 

happy and friendly and keep coming 

up to talk to me, but of course we all 

get stumped and look perplexed at 

each other when we discover that neither 

of us has any clue what the other 

is saying ... I really wish now I that I 

had of bought my “Learn Italian” CD’s 

sooner then when I did… Have I mentioned 

yet that I’m in coffee heaven! 

• June 18, 12:11am Italian Time 

It turns out that yes NASA we do 

have a problem! - With the power 

adapters. Lesson just because you can 

fit it in the socket doesn’t mean that 

what comes out of it is any good for 

the appliance that you have just 

plugged in!!!!! Example 1. Stéphanie’s 

hair straighter won’t be straitening 

anything and is best suited as a paper 

weight now . . . Example 2 is Jessy’s 

laptop . . . lets just say we need your 

Visit the CQHA website at 

www.cqha.ca/sponsors.htm and click 

on the link provided for more information 

about the AQHA MasterCard 

credit card. Canadian residents can 

apply for an AQHA MasterCard credit 

card at AQHA-approved events and 

shows, and provincial/regional Quarter 

Horse Affiliate meetings across Canada. 

About MBNA Canada Bank 

MBNA Canada Bank is the leading 

Canadian provider of co-brand and 

affinity credit card programs and is 

Canada’s largest MasterCard credit 

card provider. MBNA Canada Bank is 

endorsed by nearly 900 Canadian 

member organizations, credit unions 

prayers and fingers crossed that the 

laptop is not fried and that Jessy can 

still study for her exam which happens 

first thing when she gets back home. 

On the horse front, things are 

going good, each girl has had the 

opportunity to ride a few horses, all 

with amazing blood lines, and with a 

lot of talent. Having Add & Lori Waddel 

and Red Wooten here to help them 

is just making the experience sweeter. 

The interesting thing is that the Italian 

kids are learning just as much by 

watching our Canadian riders as they 

are from the interpreted clinicians. 

Language is a bit of a struggle but 

we’re getting through it . . .I’m sure 

the house keeper really wondered 

today when I was trying to ask for her 

extra towels in English, hand gestures, 

and broken French . . . we don’t have 

any extra towels apparently I was not 

successful... Oh and we can’t forget 

this evening after dinner when 

Suzanne and I were asked “Do you 

want a lap dance” lol what he meant 

was there was line dancing down stairs 

and wanted to know if we were going 

to join in.... needless to say this has 

triggered many giggles. Tomorrow 

morning is an early one - so good night 

for Vogerha! 


I can’t express enough what an 

amazing experience this is turning out 

to be for our team. The clinicians have 

been amazing, teaching our girls in 

depth theory and practical techniques 

about running a successful barrel 

course. Add, Lori, and Red have 

showed much enthusiasm toward our 

girls and their eagerness to learn, and 

it’s so easy to tell that Team Canada is 

learning and growing as equestrian 

athletes from this experience. I’m just 

so proud of these girls I can’t stop 

smiling! 


The girls are really starting to 

crave “home food” ordering eggs for 

dinner tonight, and getting excited over 

the bacon it was served with... when 

we eat we all sit together at long tables 

so the conversation is a mix of English 

and financial institutions, sports associations 

and educational institutions. 

MBNA Canada Bank provides financial 

products and services throughout 

Canada from its headquarters in 

Ottawa and offices in Regina and Winnipeg. 

MBNA Canada Bank is an 

affiliate of Bank of America Corporation. 

Blogging From Italy 

and Italian and mostly about horses. It 

kinda feels like we are all part of a big 

family. 

Being a part of something is a 

general theme of this event. I believe 

that years from now Team Canada will 

be able to look back and see that they 

were a part of something really special 

here in Italy. 

It’s hard to believe that tomorrow 

will be our last full day here. Today 

after the runs I took the opportunity to 

tour the actual theme park area of 

Cowboy Land... it was pretty cool! So 

much like what I imagine it would be 

to wonder onto a John Wayne movie 

set on the Warner Studio’s back lot. 

Seeing the cattle as part of the stage 

show explained so much about the 

comical “calf scramble” and roping 

experience the other night. These cattle 

are more like dogs, and I’m sure if you 

invited them they would hop on the 

couch and watch TV with you. 

About CQHA 

The mandate of the CQHA, a 

national affiliate of the AQHA, is to 

address issues of concern to Canadian 

owners of American Quarter Horses; to 

be a communications vehicle for and 

with Canadian owners of American 

Quarter Horses; and to promote and 

market, both globally and within Canada, 

Canadian-bred and/or Canadianowned 

American Quarter Horses. For 

more information, please visit the 

CQHA website at: www.cqha.ca 


No one really wanted to leave this 

morning, yesterday being our last day 

gave us so much to remember . . . budding 

friendships which made it hard to 

say good-bye, exchanging of info so 

we can all stay in touch, horses that we 

wish we could bring home with us, and 

priceless memories like Stéphanie and 

I singing O Canada in French and 

English during the opening of the 

awards presentation, watching world 

champion Add Waddel in action on the 

barrel course, and being made part of 

the CowBoy’s Guest Ranch family and 

invited to a private birthday celebration 

for one of their regular guests. 

I am so very proud of Team 

Canada, Jessy, Stéphanie, and Lacey; 

their spirit, talent, and aspirations. 

What Shannon Kerr and CowBoy’s 

Guest Ranch have created is something 

truly special. This has been a week 

that I will always cherish. 

Summertime Activities at the 

American Quarter Horse Hall Of 

Fame and Museum 

America’s Horse, June 8, 2009 – The 

American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame 

& Museum offers many exciting 

exhibits and events this summer. 

Located in Amarillo next to the American 

Quarter Horse Association headquarters, 

the Hall of Fame & Museum 

is a great place to visit while traveling 

to a horse show or vacationing with the 

family. 

On exhibit now in the Clarence 

Scharbauer Jr. Gallery is a celebration 

of The American Quarter Horse Journal’s 

60 years of publication. The past 

six decades of the magazine are displayed 

with former magazine covers 

and written history. It is a unique 

reflection of the past 60 years of 

AQHA and the American Quarter 

Horse. The Journal exhibit will be up 

through August 3. 

The 2009 Hall of Fame class will 

take its place in American Quarter 

Horse history as the new exhibits are 

unveiled to the public for the first time 

July 21. The exhibits of the five people 

and three horses inducted into the Hall 

of Fame this year will be showcased as 

the 2008 class takes its place in the 

timeline. The 2009 inductees will join 

130 people and 76 horses already in the 

Hall of Fame for making a significant 

impact on the American Quarter Horse 

breed and the Association. 

On August 15, America’s Horse 

in Art will return to the Hall of Fame. 

Continued on Page 29

Bill & Cathy 

Cox 

The Ministry of 

Health Promotion 



President, Area 1 Director: Lynn Scott, 2302 Mandaumin Rd., R.R. #1, 

Brigden, ON N0N 1B0, (519) 864-4413, lscott5@sympatico.ca 

1st Vice-President, Area 2 Director: Jamie Simpson, 376 Maltby Road East, 

Guelph, ON N1L 1G4, (519) 821-2425, richlandshowhorses@sympatico.ca 

Secretary: Adele Matheson, email: oqhaoffice@cyg.net 

Area 1 Director: Ken McLellan, 5830 Glendon Dr., R.R. #3, Appin, ON N0L 1A0, 

(519) 289-5526, ken@viatrailers.com 

Treasurer, Area 2 Director: Shirley Conod, 60 Burwell Road, RR #2, 

Tillsonburg, ON N4G 4G7 (519) 866-5722, shirleyconod@aol.com 

Area 1 Director: Ken McLellan 

Area 2 Director: Jim Conod 60 Burwell Road, RR #2, 

Tillsonburg, ON N4G 4G7 (519) 866-5722 

Area 2 Director: Kathy Patterson, R.R. #1, Bornholm, ON N0K 1A0, 

Affiliate (519) 345-2861, tbrkathy@hsfx.ca 

Area 2 Director: Marianne Ramey, 1206 Norfolk County Rd. 19, RR #1, 

Wilsonville, ON N0E 1Z0 (519) 443-8713 

OFFICE ADDRESS: P.O. Box 182, Milverton, ON N0K 1M0 

Ph: (519) 595-3233 • Fax: (519) 345-3234, oqhaoffice@cyg.net 

Due to A.Q.H.A’s findings of two positive drug tests at the 

June 27th, 2008 Palgrave show, the “Responsible Party” being 

Rick Fleetwood, there has been a recalculation of OQHA 2008 

Year end points. 

Outrageous Major-Select Am. Pleasure: 202-18=184 

Pokemon: Sr. Western Pleasure :154-17=137 

THIS HAS ALSO RESULTED IN A CHANGE OF YEAR 

Ontario Quarter Horse Association Inc. 

END STANDINGS. 

Select Amateur 

Zips Fancy Talk—-Rick O’Donnell - 188 

Hot Zephyr Image—-Jacqueline Sheridan - 186 

Outrageous Major—-Tim Wright - 184 

Customized Iron—-Janet Deschambault - 172 

Area 3 Directors: Brenda Lennox, Lisa Bavin, Janine Domingos, Kathleen Burnett 

Area 4 Director: Valerie Love, 2494 Taunton Rd., Hampton, ON L0B 1J0, 

(905) 263-8158, VLove@sympatico.ca 

Area 4 Director: Laurie Haugton, eponapr@canada.com 

Area 5 Director: Shawna Crawford, (613) 913-7262, crawfordqh@gmail.com 

Area 5 Director: Debbie Haughton, 1524 LaCasse Rd., 

Clarence Creek, ON K0A 1N0, (613) 488-2300, gillesseguin@canada.com 

Immediate Past President: Lisa Desroches, R.R. #1, Wellesley, ON N0B 2T0 

(519) 656-2323, lisa_desroches@sympatico.ca 

AQHA Rep: Patti Carter, P.O. Box 839, 39 High St., St. George, ON N0E 1N0, 

(519) 448-4424, patticarterph@gmail.com 

Ontario Quarter Horse Youth Association: 

President: Paige Carter-Fleetwood Vice President: Rianna Storey 

Secretary: Elizabeth Willsey 

Treasurer: Stephanie Willsey 

Reporter: Kennedy Almas 

www.oqha.on.ca - 

Be sure to check out our website for the latest 

information pertaining to our association! 

NOTICE OF CHANGE TO YEAR END POINT STANDINGS 

HUNTER UNDER SADDLE CLINIC 

Sr. Western Pleasure 

Show Your Invitation—-Kim 

Allen - 157 

Kuz Thats Why—-Cheri 

Woodrow - 141 

Little Pokemon—-Janet Fowler - 

137 

OQHA and the OQHA 

Board of Directors apologizes for 

any inconvenience that these 

changes have caused any 

exhibitor. The results from 

AQHA’s investigation of these 

positive tests were acted on immediately 

when they were received 

from AQHA. 


upcoming events and OQHA 

News, be sure to check out our 

website at www.oqha.on.ca 

OQHA 2009 

Show Schedule 

Date/ Judges/ Show Name/ Location/ 

Contact 

July 24 - Bruce Army. OQHA All 

Novice Youth & Ammy Quarter 

Horse Show. Ilderton Fairgrounds, 

Ilderton. Joyce Simpson. (519) 864- 

4333 

July 25 & 26 - Lisa Krohn, Tinier 

Buckley. Area 1 Sunsational Summer 

Circuit. Ilderton Fairgrounds, 

Ilderton. Joyce Simpson, (519) 864- 

4333 

July 28 - Lynn Palm. Eastern Ontario 

Special Event. Carp Fairgrounds, 

Carp, Dianne Runtz. (613) 623-3540 

July 29 - Lynn Palm. eastern Ontario 

All Novice Youth and Amateur 

Show. Carp Fairgrounds, Carp. Dianne 

Runtz. (613) 623-3540 

July 30-August 2 - Jim Rudolph, 

Sharon Wellmann, David Denniston, 

Lewis Homes. Summer Sizzler Quarter 

Horse Show. Carp Fairgrounds, 

Carp, Dianne Runtz, (613) 623-3540 

August 14 - Kathy Boggeta, Area 3 

All Novice Youth & Amateur Show. 

Caledon Equestrian Park, Palgrave, 

Valerie Love, (905) 432-8204, 

vlove@sympatico.ca 

August 15 & 16 - Louise Wilcox, 

Nancy Wilde, Area 3 Summer Circuit 

Quarter Horse Shows, Caledon 

Equestrian Park, Palgrave, Valerie 

Love, (905) 432-8204, vlove@sympatico.ca 

August 20, 21, 22, 23 - 4 Split Combined 

Shows. Darrel Bilke, OK, Bob 

Mowrey, NC, Garth Gooding, MI, 

Keith Longacre, OK. Area 1 Summer 

Circuit, Ilderton Fairgrounds, Ilderton. 

Joyce Simpson, (519) 864-4333 

September 6 & 7 - Todd Bailey, AB. 

Paris Fair Quarter Horse Show. 

Paris Fairgrounds, Paris. Sharon 

Wright, (519) 449-5878 

September 6 - Pat Carter All Breed 

Trail Challenge. Paris Fairgrounds, 

Paris. April Sauwand (519) 624-0000, 

allbreedtrail@sympatico.ca 

September 11, 12 & 13 - Patty Campbell, 

TX. Clay MacLeod, CA. OQHBF 

Futurity & Fall Finale Quarter Horse 

Show. Royal Canadian Riding Academy, 

Newmarket. Sue Nye, Secretary, 

(519) 758-0537 

September 14 - Vince Amlin. Versatility 

Ranch Horse and Special 

Event, Agriplex, London, Western 

Fairgrounds. Ken McLellan, ken@viatrailers.com 

October 3 - OQHA 2009 All Breeds 

Trail Ride. Whinny Acres, 305042 

Southline A RD., Priceville, ON. Lisa 

Bavin, (905) 873-9951, 

lisa.bavin@sympatico.ca

Eastern Ontario Quarter Horse Association 

2009 Executive & Board of Directors 

President: Shawna Crawford, 613-913-7262, crawfordqh@gmail.com 

Vice President: Cheryl Norris, 613-284-1566, snappysdevil@aol.com 

Secretary: Sheryl Chillson (613) 348-3906, Corner-stone@sympatico.ca 

Past President: Kathy Larouche (613) 258-3153 

Treasurer/ Stalls: Dianne Runtz (613) 623-3540, dianner13@hotmail.com 

Membership: Barb Downer, 613-821-2934, barbara.downer@bell.ca 

Directors: 

Sponsorship: Mary Lou Spaull, 613-623-7608, syarmo@aol.com 

Debbie Haughton, 613-488-2300 

Diana Hellyer, 613-621-1177, naturalhighhorsefarm@hotmail.com 

Doug MacDougall, 819-647-5373, jjaneymac295@hotmail.com 

Gilles Seguin, 613-488-2300, GillesP.Seguin@cra-arc.gc.ca 

Jane MacDougall, 819-647-5373, jjaneymac295@hotmail.com 

Len Hitsman, 613-258-2890, LenHitsman@aol.com 

Ray Laviolette, 613-446-4688, circlersad@yahoo.com 

Rosemary Burt, 613-832-4749, rburt@ott.igs.net 


EOQHA News 

Warm Temperatures 

and Sunshine were 

enjoyed at the June 

Classic! 

Exhibitors enjoyed fantastic weather for the 

June Classic held Friday June 12-14, 2009 in 

Carp, ON, offering a full day and 2 split/combined 

AQHA shows. There were a total of 353 

entries shown Friday judged by Ms. Shaun 

Duley-Gloude and a total of 626 entries shown 

on Saturday and Sunday, judged by Ms. Gigi 

Bailey and Ms. Nancy Sue Ryan. 

We would like to congratulate the following 

Circuit Award winners, each who received a gorgeous 

embroidered lawn chair, kindly donated by 

Embroid-Me of Kanata. We would like to thank 

Embroid-Me for their generous support! 

Novice Amateur Hi Point – Kim Weisenberg 

and Designer Playboy 

Novice Youth Hi Point – Haylee White and 

Mister Te Zone 

Youth Hi Pt 13 & Under – Ashley Lynn Dee 

Area 3 News by Judy Filion Gill 

Well it’s hard to believe that the show season 

is in full swing! We wait all winter and it 

comes and goes so quick. However in a relatively 

short period of time Area 3 manages to jam pack 

our shows with great classes, prizes and competition! 

The All Novice Show held the same weekend 

as the Summer Circuit-August 14-16 at Caledon 

Equestrian Park in Palgrave is one you 

should not miss. The Novice show is AQHA, 

OQHA and Area3 Point Approved and will be 

judged by Kathy Boggetta. There will be High 

Point Awards for Walk-Jog/Trot, Novice Youth 

and Novice Amateur. Plan on attending as this 

show was ranked 2nd in all of AQHA for entries 

in 2008! 

Summer Circuit will be held the same 

weekend in Palgrave. There will be High Point 

Awards for Novice Youth, Novice Amateur, 

and Taylored Tobe Awesum 

Youth Hi Pt 14-18 – Haylee White and Mister 

Te Zone 

Amateur Hi Pt – Anita Newbigging and Hot 

Roddin Minute 

Select Amateur Hi Pt – Mary Lou Spaull and 

Im All Scotched Up 

Open Hi Pt – Kim Allen and Zips Fancy Talk 

Exhibitors were treated to a complimentary 

BBQ Saturday evening, put on by the EOQHA 

Youth team. Following dinner, bidding began on 

teams participating in the Synchronized Showmanship 

Calcutta. We would like to thank everyone 

for supporting this event, with over $700 

raised and all proceeds going to the youth. 

_______ 

Upcoming Novice Show, Special Events 

& 4 Split Combined Shows 

We would like to remind everyone of our 

upcoming Summer Sizzler, Tuesday July 28th 

thru Sunday August 2nd, offering a Special 

Events, All Novice Show and 4 Split Combined 

AQHA Shows. 

Tuesday July 28th – Special Events – Judge: 

Lynn Palm 

Wednesday July 29th – All Novice Show – 

Judge: Lynn Palm 

Thurs/Fri July 30/31st – 2 Split Combined 

Judges: Jim Rudolph & David Denniston 

Sat/Sun August 1/2nd – 2 Split Combined 

Judges: Sharon Wellman & Lewis Holmes 

With many events planned, this is a show 


Position/ Name/ Address/ Phone #/ Email 

President: Corey Taylor, 25 Britton Court, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 1C1, 705-429-9390, rtaylor008@rogers.com 

1st Vice President: Jessica Mosley-Cairncross, 29 Concession 5 West, Wyevale, ON L0L 2T0, 705-322-5795, 

mosleyjessica@hotmail.com 

Secretary: Michelle Lemieux, mlemieux58@rogers.com 

Treasurer/ Stall Bookings/ Show Co-ordinator: Valerie Love, 2494 Taunton Rd, 

P.O. Box 4, Hampton, ON LOB 1J0, home: 905-263-8158, Fax: 905-263-2856, VLove@sympatico.ca 

Area 3 Points/: Lynn Riley, 28 Old Mill Drive, Toronto, ON M6S 4J9, 416-760-8723, lynn@returntothering.com 

Website: Jodi Mallette, 44 Sutter Ave., Brampton, ON L6Z 1G7, 905-846-9309, jodi@ais.on.ca 

Newsletter Director/ Commercial Co-ordinator: Judy Gill, 2199 Walker Ave., Peterborough, ON K9L 1T8 

705-536-0121, email: jfiliongill@cogeaco.ca 

Adult Walk/Trot and Small Fry Divisions. 

Summer Circuit offers the Step Up Program 

for Novice exhibitors to enter their corresponding 

Yth/Am class for HALF PRICE. There 

are free pattern books, free trail warm up, ribbon 

ticket exchange for daily draws of $50 and a stall 

decorating contest on Saturday night. 

New classes offered this year include Small 

fry walk/jog trail open to exhibitors 11 & under 

who qualify for walk/jog, Green as Grass 

walk/jog trail open to all exhibitors whose horses 

have never shown trail at a lope. Also novice 

youth and amateur Hunter Hack have been 

added 

Ȧdult walk/jog/trot No Bling classes open 

to all breeds including Horsemanship, Trail and 

Equitation see complete list of details at 

www.area3.ca. 

At this time I would like to acknowledge 

and thank all of our sponsors .If you wish to 

you won’t want to miss! BBQ, Dance, Celebrity 

Western Pleasure, Boot Race, Bottle Draw, Silent 

Auction, Bake Auction and Youth events. 

• Free entries for SR WP, SR HUS and Aged 

Halter Classes 

• TV Giveaway for halter exhibitors 

Dual Approved AQHA/NSBA Classes: 

• 2-YR & JR & SR HUS 

• AMATEUR & SELECT HUS 

• OPEN & AMATEUR & SELECT & NOVICE 

AMATEUR TRAIL 

• OPEN & AMATEUR WESTERN RIDING 

• 2-YR & JR, SR WESTERN PLEASURE 

• NOVICE AMATEUR, AMATEUR & SELECT 

WESTERN PLEASURE. 

The following classes will be jackpotted: 

• 2 yo Hunter Under Saddle 

• 2 yo Western Pleasure 

The following classes will offer added 

monies: 

• Jr Hunter Under Saddle 

• Sr. Hunter Under Saddle 

• Jr. Western Pleasure 

• Sr. Western Pleasure 

EOQHA SPONSORS 

The Eastern Ontario Quarter Horse Association 

would like to thank our growing list of sponsors! 

We could not put on these great shows 

without your generous support. 

Hepburn Trailer Sales 

2009 Area 3 Quarter Horse Promotional Club 

Dewar Performance Horses 

Antrim Truck Stop 

Simply Show Supplies 

The Pony Place 

John Backes 

Randy Storey Training Centre 

Kinburn Farm Supply 

Tanglewood Tack 

Bridewood Farms 

Bridle Path Tack Store 

Dave & Dianne Runtz 

Sandy’s Saddlery 

Fortune View Farm Ltd. 

Tanya Patterson 

Dave Aitchison Show Horses 

Crawford Quarter Horses 

5 Span Feed & Seed 

Apple Saddlery 

Young Signs 

Circle R Saddlery 

The Rider 

Corporate Sponsors: Bill & Cathy Cox, 

Barnies Treats, Ron & Cobie Wakely, 

EmbroidMe-Kanata, Mariposa Market, Scott 

McGuire Water Service, Wicksteed Tack, Scott 

& Linda Berwick 

We would also like to thank all the wonderful 

volunteers who contribute many hours helping 

put on these wonderful shows. A special 

thanks to Sherry Newbigging, John Cooney, 

Dave Runtz, & Jamie Norris for all your behind 

the scenes assistance. Your help is very much 

appreciated! 

For more information on upcoming EOQHA 

Shows, be sure to check out www.eoqha.com 

Director: Tracey Dinely, RR #3, 8180 Conc. #2, Mount Albert, ON L0G 1M0 

2008 NON DIRECTOR CO-ORDINATORS 

Memberships: Leslie Riley, PO Box 463, Schomberg, ON L0G 1T0, 905-939-8499, d.philip@sympatico.ca 

Sponsorships: Shannon Cairncross Griffin, 2486 South Orr Lake Rd., Elmvale, ON L0L1P0, 705-322-6640, 

Email: shannoncx@hotmail.com 

Sponsorships: Tracey Dinely, clandara@telus.blackberry.net 

Youth Advisor: Brenda Lennox, 117 Tait, Fergus, ON N1M 3P5, 519-843-6450, lennoxbrenda@hotmail.com 

Show Manager: Ken McLellan, 519-289-5526, grantontrailers@execulink.com 

Area 3 Promotional Club News 

sponsor or become a commercial exhibitor please 

contact one of the area3 directors on the website. 

Ryan Excel Consulting, Acapella Information 

Systems, Orillia’s Mariposa Market, RNR Patient 

Transfer, Domingo’s Custom Welding, Longhorn 

Leather, Circle R Saddlery, Bit By Bit Customs, 

JM Quarter Horses, JBL Stables, Woodley Quarter 

Horses, Kelly Simpson Training Center, 

Encore Equestrian Center, Wakely Disposal Ltd, 

Corrosion Diagnostics, Michelle Lemieux, Peace 

Acres Farms, McKee Pownall, Kristen Tupling, 

Reid Farm Group, Patti Carter Performance 

Horses, Return To The Ring- 

Lynn Riley, Simply Show Supplies- 

Judy & Rain Gill, Cherwood 

Acres, Corey Taylor, Elizabeth 

Earle, The Stanton Family, 

The Godsell Family, East Side 

Mario’s Orangeville, Lindsay 

Grice, Snugrugz, Madeline Theriault, 

Wendy & Shannon Cairncross, Zeiger 

Greenspace Lawn Care & Snow Removal, 

Catherine Lemieux, Metal Door, Dakim Farms, 

Rick O’Donnell, Colley, Borland & Vale, Leader 

Products, Dave Aitchison Performance Horses. 

Mark your calendars and plan on joining us 

at the remaining Area3 Quarter Horse shows. 

Novice Show August 14th – Palgrave 

Summer Circuit August 15-16th – Palgrave 

Fall Finale September 11-13th – RCRA Newmarket 


This art show and sale features 

various works of art, such as 

paintings, sculptures and drawings. 

This year’s show will feature 

equine art from 24 top 

western artists. Mikel Donahue 

created the signature piece for 

the show: a colored pencil drawing. 

The art show will continue 

through November 14. 

Another special event at 

the Hall of Fame this summer is 

Camp It Up for children. Several 

different sessions will be 

held, including Horseology 101, 

Horseology 102 and Career 

Camp. Since Camp It Up’s 

inception in 1999, hundreds of 

young people have participated. 

The week-long camps are full of 

fun and interactive learning. 

Campers spend summer days 

playing games, making friends 

and learning all about American 

Quarter Horses. Call (806) 376- 

5181 to make reservations or 

visit www.aqhhalloffame.com 

for more information. 

Be sure to visit the Hall of 

Fame & Museum this summer 

to experience all the wonder and 

enjoyment of the American 

Quarter Horse. The summer 

museum hours are 9 a.m. to 5 

p.m. Monday through Saturday. 

The museum is closed on Sundays. 

For more information on 

the Hall of Fame & Museum, 

visit www.aqhhalloffame.com. 

AQHA news and information 

is a service of AQHA publications. 

For more information 

on The American Quarter Horse 

Journal, The American Quarter 

Horse Racing Journal or America’s 

Horse, visit 


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Fax: (613) 446-7888 

Email: circlersad@yahoo.com 

Website: www.circlersaddles.com 

2615 LAURIER, 

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Ray Laviolette 

(613) 446-4688


On Saturday June 6, Ajax Downs 

began a new era in its history when it 

kicked off the 2009 Quarter Horse racing 

season on its new 5 furlong oval track. For 

40 years, racing at the former Picov Downs 

was conducted on the “J-track”, a straightaway 

with a sharp right hairpin turn to the 

runout, but this limited racing to the length 

of the straight, a distance of 440 yards. The 

final race on that surface was run last year 

on September 21 and the name was 

changed to Ajax Downs. With the new 

oval, straight races of 440 yards out of the 

chute are possible, as well as longer races 

around the turn. 

1 

2 

Greg Watson 

785 Hwy 7A, 

Bethany, ON 

L0A 1A0 

www.qrooi.com 

Opening day of the new track at Ajax Downs 

3 4 

The new paddock at Ajax Downs 

Weather delayed opening day by 2 

weeks, but it was worth the wait. The new 

facility is very modern compared to the 

rural, grass-roots feel of the old track, 

which was at the opposite end of the property. 

The bleachers are attached to the 

slots/simulcast building, and there is a relatively 

large paddock located next to the 

track about 1/16 mile before the finish, easily 

viewed from the rooftop patio adjacent 

to the simulcast room. The racing surface is 

a brand-new, conventional dirt track with a 

modern safety rail on the inside, in stark 

contrast to the old wooden rails seen on the 

J-track. The video toteboard was 

not yet in operation, so video 

replays, odds, and payouts were 

only available indoors on the 

TV’s, and the races appeared to 

be hand-timed as no teletimer 

equipment was installed at the 

finish line yet. 

Toronto, ON – The Ontario Quarter Horse Racing Industry Development 

Program is offering a $20,000 Post Racing Bonus for eligible 

horses competing in recognized industry events in 2009. The 

maximum payment per horse will be $1,500. 

The Post Racing Bonus is awarded to former racehorses 

participating in the speed events of barrel racing and pole bending. 

The participating industry associations hosting recognized events 

in 2009 are the Ontario Barrel Racing Association (OBRA), the 

Eastern Canadian Barrel Futurities (ECBF), National Barrel Horse 

Association (NBHA - Ontario) and the Dodge Rodeo Tour. 

Eligible horses must have raced at Ajax Downs, compete 

in a recognized event, and earn points unique to the Post Racing 

Bonus program. Horses will be verified at recognized events 

Brian Farell 

C2130 - Hwy #7, RR #1, 

Sunderland, ON 

L0C 1H0 

(705) 357-3214 

Jockey Ed Walton comes 

flying off Twaynas 

Flight after the start. 

The historic first ever 

race on the new oval was a 

$7,500 claiming race for older 

horses, with a purse of $7,500. A 

field of 8 (7 betting interests) 

went to post in this 300-yard 

straight run, with the two-horse 

entry of This Okey Country and 

Dales Royal Dash at 3-2 on the 

morning line. This Okey Country 

had not raced since November 

2007 at Lone Star Park, while 

Dales Royal Dash was unraced 

since last August at Ajax Downs. 

At the break, Dales Royal Dash 

veered in and bumped Im a Corona 

into his mate This Okey Country 

who was pushed into the path 

2009 EXECUTIVE AND BOARD OF DIRECTORS 

Q.R.O.O.I 

P.O. Box 31090, Westney Heights RPO, 

Ajax, ON L1T 3V2 

Telephone: (905) 426-7050 

Fax: (905) 426-7093 

Email: qrooi@hotmail.com 

388 Kingston Road East, Ajax, ON L1Z 1W4 

Doug Cheetham 

32 Talbot St., 

Brampton, ON 

L6X 2P5 

(905) 796-9640 

of Twaynas Flight, nearly knocking him 

down and unseating his jockey Ed Walton. 

Dales Royal Dash recovered from his bad 

start and took the lead at the halfway point, 

crossing the line 3/4 of a length in front of 

Eysa Kickin Willie in a time of 15.88 seconds. 

A sequence of photos from the start is 

shown below. 

Dales Royal Dash finishes first in the 

first race over the new surface. 

A lengthy stewards’ inquiry ensued, 

and due to the chain reaction from the 

bumping at the start, Dales Royal Dash was 

disqualified to last. Eyesa Kickin Willie 

was declared the winner, but he had already 

returned to the barn and thus no winner’s 

circle ceremony was conducted. Adding to 

the intrigue, all bets on the race were 

refunded due to a tote malfunction. 

The second race, a 250 yard, $5,500 

speed index race for older horses, went off 

without a hitch with 7-2 second choice 

Marked Cod and jockey Dave Griffith closing 

from sixth to nose out 4-1 third choice 

Madam Shazoom and jockey Jesse Daigrepont 

at the line in a photo finish in 13.60 

seconds. It was another neck back to Lucky 

Eyes third. This race also had an inquiry, 

but this was disallowed. As there were payoffs 

posted, this makes Saturday’s second 

race the first official pari-mutuel race over 

the new oval. 

Although opening day had a few 

glitches, the new track is a step in the right 

direction for Ajax Downs. The track will 

run a total of 35 dates through October 

(every Sunday with some Saturdays) with 

total purses in excess of $5 million. The 

$105,000 Alex Picov Memorial Futurity on 

October 4, the $105,000 Alex Picov 

Memorial Championship (G3) on October 

11 and the $100,000 Ontario Jackpot Futurity 

on October 18 highlight the stakes 

schedule. 

through visual confirmation of a tattoo and the original certificate 

of registration (as recognized at time of racing). 

“While the Quarter Horse Program encourages growth 

in the breeding sector to meet the need of horse supply for expanding 

racing opportunities, we also want to support an afterlife for 

horses at the end of their racing careers,” said Wendy Hoogeveen, 

Director of Industry Development and Support at the Ontario Racing 

Commission. “We anticipate that the Post Racing Bonus will 

add value to horses who have raced in Ontario; provide incentive 

for people to buy ex-racehorses; 

and encourage people to use ex-racehorses in horse sport.” 

To find the criteria for how to claim the Post Racing 

Bonus visit www.ontarioracingcommission.ca or check on-line 

PRESIDENT 

Bob Broadstock 

18101 Cedardale Road, 

Nestleton, Ontario L0B 1L0 

(905) 986-0044 

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Section 2 

A Hallmark Performance for 

Diane Creech at the CDI-W 

Blainville International 

Blainville, Quebec – Inclement weather was the main 

event on Friday, June 26, the second day of FEI competition 

at the CDI-W Blainville International Classic 

Dressage Show held in Blainville, QC. 

Fortunately for most of the international competitors, 

the storm clouds rolled in after their day in the 

show ring was over; but heavy rain, wind, thunder and 

lightning caused organizers to postpone the Grand Prix 

Special until Saturday morning. 

The FEI Young Horse classes were held before the 

storm broke with Diane Creech of Caistor Centre, ON, 

showing Doug and Louise Leatherdale’s Hallmark to the 

Karajan, who received a score of 66.316% for their performance. 

Tanya Strasser-Shostak of Ste-Adele, QC, 

topped the FEI Pony division for the second day while 

Allison Lalonde of North Lancaster, ON, and Royal Dalton 

won the FEI Children’s Individual test. 

Saturday evening’s Freestyle Gala will conclude 

Continued on Page 44. 

Diane Creech - Blainville ...............33 

Bromont ..........................................34 

Young Horse...................................35 

Jacqueline Brooks - Blainville........36 

Cheryl Meisner - Blainville ............37 

OnTRA News .................................38 

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Alfred Fletcher................................39 

New Sidesaddle Club......................39 

Pony Club Dressage........................39 

Lindsay Grice..................................40 

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Jumper Stewards Clinic ..................41 

Oxer Stables Standardbred Show ...41 

ORC Licensed Vets ........................41 

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Eventing..........................................53 

All About Horses ............................53 

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Introducing the New 

“Diane Creech and Hallmark won the FEI Five-Year- 

Old Final on Friday, June 26, at the CDI-W Blainville 

International Classic in Blainville, QC.” Photo credit – 

Cealy Tetley, www.tetleyphoto.com 

best of his ability in the Five-Year-Old Final. Creech 

and the black Hannoverian gelding received 8.3, the 

same mark that they had been given by the international 

judges one day earlier in preliminary competition. The 

FEI young horse competition is scored on a scale of one 

to ten, rather than a percentage, and 8.3 is an exceptional 

mark. Hallmark’s highest scores were for his walk (8.8), 

canter (8.5) and general impression (8.5). 

“The judges said he had an almost perfect walk, 

with perfect rhythm and over track,” said owner Louise 

Leatherdale. Hallmark is sired by the Leatherdale’s stallion, 

His Highness, who was tragically lost after fracturing 

a leg in 2007. “Hallmark is a typical ‘Highness’, and 

sometimes you really see his father when you look at 

him.” 

Diane Creech has international aspirations for the 

young horse, which she described as having a wonderful 

character, both playful and intrigued to learn new exercises. 

“To train him is a pleasure,” said Creech, who won 

a Team Silver Medal at the 2007 Pan American Games 

riding Wiona, also owned by Doug and Louise 

Leatherdale. “He comes out every day and likes to 

work.” 

Placing second in the Five-Year-Old Final with a 

score of 7.8 was Neil McIntosh of Ste-Adele, QC, riding 

Andrea Kierulf’s Oldenburg gelding, Rigaudon Tyme. 

Andrea Bresee of Uxbridge, ON, placed third with 7.48 

on Pericles, a Hannoverian gelding owned by Loretta 

Flynn. Evi Strasser of Ste-Adele, QC, won the Six- 

Year-Old Final after earning a score of 7.18 with 

Renaissance. 

A large starting field of 20 horses contested the FEI 

Intermediaire I with Belinda Trussell of Stouffville, ON, 

taking top honours on a score of 67.807% riding 

Laconit. Nova Scotia native Brittany Fraser, now based 

in Ottawa, ON, came out on top in the Young Riders’ 

division for the second day in a row riding Ricardos, 

earning a score of 66.754%. The FEI Junior Individual 

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Canadians Sweep all Divisions at CCI Bromont 

Three Day Event, The Todd Sandler Challenge 

Canadian Olympian, Hawley Bennett of Langley, 

BC, won the CCI 3* division with Gin 

& Juice, a nine-year-old bay Thoroughbred 

mare co-owned by Bennett and Linda Paine. 

Ottawa, Ontario—Canadian riders won 

all of the international and national divisions 

at the 23rd annual Bromont CCI 

Three Day Event, The Todd Sandler 

Challenge held in Bromont, QC, June 

10–14, 2009. One hundred top international 

competitors from Canada, United 

States, Belgium and Australia competed 

in five divisions — including one of 

only three CCI 3* competitions held in 

North America. The competition was 

hosted on the site where the equestrian 

events of the 1976 Olympic Games were 

held. The cross country courses were 

designed by internationally renowned 

American course designer, Derek Di 

Grazia, of Pebble Beach, CA, and beautifully 

presented by course builder Jay 

Hambly, of Fergus, ON, and his team. 

Canadian Olympian, Hawley Bennett 

of Langley, BC, won the CCI 3* 

division with Gin & Juice, a nine-yearold 

bay Thoroughbred mare co-owned 

by Bennett and Linda Paine. Sitting in 

third place after dressage with a score of 

51.9, the pair were clear with no time 

penalties on cross-country moving into 

second place after this phase just 0.3 of a 

point behind the leader. A fault-free 

show jumping round secured the win for 

Bennett topping American Corrine Ashton 

and Dobbin who dropped one costly 

rail in show jumping to finish second. 

For her victory, Bennett was awarded 

the Todd Sandler Challenge Perpetual 

Trophy. 

“After the misstep that happened to 

us at Jersey Fresh, for Gin & Juice to 

come back and win Bromont was just 

amazing,” said Bennett, who was a 

member of the Canadian Eventing Team 

at the 2004 Athens Olympics. “I would 

like to thank Buck Davidson. He helped 

me keep her going and without his support 

this win would not have happened.” 

Kelly List of Bracebridge, ON, riding 

her 11-year-old Canadian Thoroughbred 

gelding, Minstral, completed their 

first CCI 3*three day event in 13th 

place 

Ṫhe CCI 2* division was won by 

Karl Slezak of Tottenham, ON, and Don 

J. Good’s 13-year-old Irish Sport Horse 

gelding, Charley Farley. Following a 

dressage score of 51.20, and adding only 

1.6 time penalties on cross-country, the 

pair finished on a score of 52.80. In honour 

of his victory, Slezak was presented 

the bronze bear — The Eaman Perpetual 

Trophy. 

Jessica Ruppel of Ravenna, ON, 

and her long-time partner, Naughty by 

Nature, a 12-year-old Appaloosa cross 

gelding, finished in 10th place with a 

score of 82.60. Port Perry, ON, native 

Waylon Roberts and Gigi, a nine-yearold 

Selle Francais mare owned by 

Young rider, Rebecca Rebus, 18, of 

Burlington, ON, won the CIC 1* division 

riding her horse Rubies to Diamonds, her 

nine-year-old Thoroughbred mare. 

The CCI 2* division was won by Karl Slezak, of Tottenham, 

ON, and Don J. Good’s 13-year-old Irish 

Sport Horse gelding, Charley Farley. 

Roberts and Kelly Plitz, earned a 

12th place finish with a score of 

86.70. In 16th were Diana Burnett 

and Wild T’ 

Mater, an eightyear-old 

Canadian 

Thoroughbred 

gelding 

owned by Burnett 

and Don J. 

Good. Finishing 

in 17th spot was 

Sarah Green of 

Calgary, AB, 

riding Wondaree 

Penelope, her 

12-year-old 

Canadian Thoroughbred 

mare. 

Nicole 

Parkin paired 

with Lexus, a 

nine-year-old 

Hanoverian mare, 

owned by Gail 

Hendrie, finished 

in 18th place, and 

Edie Tarves with the Robin Campbell’s 

Canadian bred Swedish Thoroughbred 

cross, Arwen, rounded out 

the top 20. 

Winning the CCI 1* division 

was 1996 Olympic Team member 

Kelli McMullen Temple with Carl 

Bouckart’s seven-year-old Dutch 

Warmblood gelding, Veelion. The 

duo scored 42.4 in dressage, and had 

fault-free cross country and jumping 

rounds to finish on their dressage 

score. 

“Veelion was fantastic. I am 

very happy that he led from the start 

with such a great dressage score,” 

remarked McMullen Temple. “He is 

a horse that we are looking forward 

to the future. He is ready to move 

up.” 

Penny Rowland of Orangeville, 

ON, earned a third place finish 

aboard Sula Coulson’s 13-year-old 

Canadian Thoroughbred gelding, 

Flying Finn, on a score of 52.90, 

while Olivia Todaro of Candiac, 

QC, placed fourth, on a score of 

56.50, with Cosmic Girl, her 11- 

year-old Oldenburg mare. Olympian 

Selena O’Hanlon of Elgin, ON, and 

A First Romance, Sean Dennis’ 

eight-year-old Canadian Thoroughbred 

gelding, finished in fourth with 

58.00. Seventeen-year-old Rachel 

Vear of Markham, ON, and Chocco 

de Pomme, a 10-year-old Selle Francaise 

gelding owned by Lynne Vear, 

finished in sixth with a score of 

62.10. Riding the eight year old 

thoroughbred cross mare Poetic Justice, 

owned by Polaris Stables, Maya 

Studenmund, who currently resides 

in Southern Pines, NC, finished in 

seventh with 63.90 Rounding out the 

ribbons was junior rider Sophie 

Laframboise, 15, of Westmount, 

QC, with Way Cool who placed 

12th on a score of 67.7. 

Young rider, Rebecca Rebus, 

18, of Burlington, ON, won the CIC 

1* division riding her 

horse Rubies to Diamonds, 

her nine-year-old 

Thoroughbred mare. Following 

a dressage score 

of 51.5, and adding only 

5.60 time penalties on 

cross-country, the pair 

finished on a score of 

57.10. 

“My horse was 

really good,” said Rebus, 

who has owned Rubies 

to Diamonds for three 

years, bringing her from 

the Training division up 

to the CIC 1* level. “She 

won the dressage and 

was great during cross 

county.” 

Since 1999, the 

CCI Bromont Three Day 

Event proudly hosts The Todd Sandler 

Challenge in memory of an 

Winning the CCI 1* division was 1996 Olympic Team 

member Kelli McMullen Temple with Carl Bouckart’s 

seven-year-old Dutch Warmblood gelding, Veelion. All 

photos by Cealy Tetley Photography 

aspiring young event rider, Todd 

Sandler, 18, of Dollard des 

Ormeaux, QC. Todd died tragically 

in a car accident on April 26, 1999 

while returning home from the 

Rolex Kentucky Three Day Event. 

He was one of Canada’s best eventing 

prospects for the future. 

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Canadian-bred Horses Dominate Young Horse Jumper Development Series 

Palgrave, Ontario – The second leg of 

the 2009 Canadian Young Horse 

Jumper Development Series took 

place on Saturday, June 20, in rainy 

conditions during the Summer Classic 

at the Caledon Equestrian Park in 

Palgrave, ON. 

The Seven and Eight-Year-Old 

Division was dominated by owner 

and breeder, KingRidge Stables of 

King, ON. Rider Hugh Graham 

claimed victory by winning the jumpoff 

with Fifth Estate 3E, a Canadian 

Sport Horse gelding by Class Action 

out of Alley Cat by Emilion. 

Hot on Graham’s heels was fellow 

KingRidge stable jockey Roberto 

Teran, who finished in second place 

with Grand Slam 3E, a Canadian 

Sport Horse gelding by Jamestown 

out of Celeste by Challenger, 

also bred and 

owned by KingRidge 

Stables. Teran rode 

Grand Slam 3E to a 

clear ride in the jumpoff 

but wasn’t quick 

enough to catch the 

quick pace set by Graham. 

Frankie Chesler- 

Ortiz of Orangeville, 

ON, rode Eragon to a 

third place finish. 

Owned by Sher-Al 

Farms, Eragon is an 

Argentinean thoroughbred 

by Cartoon out of 

a Dimance mare. 

The KingRidge 

Stables domination continued 

in the Six-Year- 

Old Division with Hugh 

Graham winning yet 

again, this time with the 

Canadian Sport Horse, 

Holy Smoke 3E. The pair posted the 

fastest clear round in the jump-off to 

secure victory. Bred and owned by 

KingRidge Stables, Holy Smoke 3E 

is by Jamestown out of Galaxy 3E by 

Aerobic. 

Finishing close behind in second 

was Jay Hayes and Wonderboy, 

a Dutch Warmblood by Lupicor out 

of a Renville mare. Although Hayes 

and Wonderboy, owned by North 

Ridge, also posted a double clear 

effort, their time wasn’t quite quick 

enough to catch Graham. 

Taking third position was 

Phenix De Coquerie ridden by Susan 

Horn for owner Kingsfield Farm of 

Toronto, ON. Horn piloted the selle 

francais by Ecalgrain out of Epire de 

la Rose by Nomenoe II clearly 

around the jump-off course but 

incurred two time faults for exceeding 

the time allowed. 

Jumping into fourth place was 

Roberto Teran riding Heads Up 3E, 

another young horse bred and owned 

by KingRidge Stables. Similar to 

class winner Holy Smoke 3E, Heads 

Up 3E is a Canadian Sport Horse 

sired by Jamestown and out of a 

Class Action mare. They also jumped 

clear but incurred two time faults in 

the jump-off. 

Claiming fifth place position 

was Johan Letimonier and North 

Ridge’s Troy, a Canadian Warmblood 

by Indoctro out of Phoebe by 

“Viva’s Victory W, bred and owned by W. Charlot Farms 

and ridden by Kevin Maxie, won the Four-Year-Old Division 

of the 2009 Canadian Young Horse Development 

Series held June 20 during the Summer Classic in Palgrave, 

ON. 

Flipper. Despite having the quickest 

time of the day, an unlucky knockdown 

near the end of the course prevented 

them from clinching victory. 

Rounding out the top six was Cathy 

Inch riding Katrina Routsalo’s Dutch 

Warmblood, Wiroko, by Tangellovande 

Zuuthoeve out of an Iroko 

mare. 

The Five-Year-Old Division 

highlighted the quality of Canadian 

breeding programs as four of the top 

six horses were bred in Canada. Of 

the five horses that posted a clear 

round, Espresso B, ridden by Carly 

Campbell Cooper, received the highest 

style score of the day, 42 points, 

from style judge Alan Chesler. A bay 

Hannoverian gelding by Earl out of 

Remington B by Ramiro’s Bube, 

Espresso B is owned by his breeder, 

Michael Boyd. 

KingRidge Stables saw yet another 

one of its horses recognized for its 

jumping skills. Roberto Teran rode 

Interlude 3E, a Canadian Sport Horse 

mare by Double Diamond out of 

Celeste II by the Holsteiner stallion 

Challenger to a second place finish, 

jumping clear and receiving a style 

score of 40.5 points. 

Third place went to Katherine 

Vanruyven and Rocky, a Canadian 

Sport Horse by Rio’s Shadow out of a 

Polifax mare and owned by Big V 

Farm. Returning to the Canadian Young 

Horse Series after successfully competing 

in the four-year-old division last 

year, Rocky jumped clear and received 

a style score of 39.5 points. 

Finishing fourth with a clear 

round and a style score of 38.5 points 

was Allison Zlepnig riding Lino, owned 

by the Ottawa Southway Inn Group. 

Imported from Germany as a threeyear-old, 

Lino is an Oldenburg stallion 

by Lordanos out of Fiane by Pablo. 

Finishing in fifth place was Hugh 

Continued on Page 36.


Freestyle Victory for Jacqueline Brooks at CDI-W Blainville 

Blainville, Quebec – Jacqueline Brooks of Mount Albert, ON, won 

the Grand Prix Freestyle held Saturday night, June 27, at the 

Blainville Equestrian Park in Blainville, QC. 

In front of hundreds of appreciative spectators attending the 

Freestyle Gala, Brooks and her 2008 Olympic mount, Gran Gesto, 

powered their way to victory in the Grand Prix Freestyle, which acts 

as a qualifier for the 2010 World Cup Final. Under the spotlights, 

Brooks rode to her signature music from the feature film ‘Alexander’. 

One of the freestyle’s highlights is a full circle of one tempi 

flying changes, which Gran Gesto performed with ease. 

“How great is that!” said Brooks, who was rewarded with a 

score of 72.55% from the panel of five international judges. “After 

the Olympics, I’ve been working to get him to the next level, and 

I’m really proud of him for stepping up.” 

Brooks also placed third in the Grand Prix Freestyle with the 

10-year-old Canadian-bred gelding, Balmoral. Performing to an ethnic 

soundtrack, the pair received a mark of 69.700%. 

“I’m really excited about his results tonight, too,” added 

Brooks. 

Despite technical difficulties which delayed the start of her 

music, Cheryl Meisner of Blandford, NS, and the 12-year-old Dutch 

Warmblood stallion Paganini, owned by John Risley, laid down a 

strong performance to dramatic music by the Croatian pianist, Mak- 

Continued from Page 33. two weeks of international dressage 

at the Blainville Equestrian 

Park. In addition to Intermediaire and Grand Prix Freestyle competition, 

the evening will feature performances by Equine Extremist 

Tommie Turvey (www.equineextremist.net), as well as the 

Blainville Pony Club Carousel. 

Competition organizer Cara Whitham of Equivents, Inc., anticipates 

a packed house, both for the Gala dinner and in the general 

admission seating, which this year is covered and completely protected 

from the elements. General admission tickets are $20 and 

spectators will receive a commemorative poster featuring a painting 

by equine artist Elise Genest. 

For more information on the CDI-W Blainville International 

Classic and Equine Canada National Show, please visit www.equivents.com. 

Complete scores from the CDI and national shows are 

available at www.foxvillage.com. 

CDI-W Intermediaire I – Final Results 

Rider/Hometown/Horse/Score 

1. Belinda Trussell, Stouffville, ON, Laconit, 67.807% 

2. Julie Watchorn, Schomberg, ON, Quintesse, 67.105% 

3. Tom Dvorak, Hillsburgh, ON, Viva’s Salieri, 66.842% 

4. William Lee Tubman, Dunnville, ON, De La Rosa, 66.667% 

5. Leah Wilson, Orangeville, ON, Amusant, 66.491% 

6. Peter Gray, Orangeville, ON, Collo 5, 65.088% 

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sim. Meisner’s score of 71.85% put her into second place. 

The Intermediaire Freestyle competition was also held during 

the Freestyle Gala with Julie Watchorn of Schomberg, ON, 

riding Quintesse to the win. With difficult choreography which 

began with two tempi flying changes on centre line followed by 

a pirouette, Watchorn and her 16-year-old Belgian Warmblood 

mare performed harmoniously, particularly in the canter tour. 

Mares swept the top three placings in the class with Belinda 

Trussell of Stouffville, ON, finishing second on 71.00% with 

Stephanie Jeffrey’s Brynn and Lee Tubman of Dunnville, ON, 

placing third with 68.15% with Ducat Developments’ De La 

Rosa 

Ṫhe Freestyle Gala, the highlight of the CDI-W Blainville 

Dressage International, was complemented by entertaining performances 

by Equine Extremist Tommie Turvey, who dazzled 

the crowd with displays of comedic stunts on horseback. 

Earlier in the day, Ute Busse of Breslau, ON, rode Lindor’s 

Finest, a 12-year-old gelding by the Thoroughbred sire, Eastern 

Ruler, to first place in the Grand Prix Special. Courageous 

extensions and a strong canter tour earned Busse and Lindor’s 

Finest, co-owned by Busse and Sylvia Carleton, a score of 

64.833% from the five-member panel of FEI judges. 

Charlemagne, Quebec’s Annie-Pier Venne won the FEI 

Young Riders’ Freestyle with Step Up, a Westphalian stallion, 

on a score of 67.45%. Toronto’s Maura O’Sullivan topped the 

FEI Junior Freestyle on Pik Czar while Tanya Strasser-Shostak 

of Ste-Adele, QC, made a clean sweep of her division by winning 

the FEI Pony Freestyle. 

The back-to-back CDI-W Blainville Summer Classic and 

CDI-W Blainville International Classic are Canada’s largest 

annual international dressage competitions. For more information 

on the CDI-W and Equine Canada National Dressage 

Shows, please visit www.equivents.com. Complete results from 

both competitions can be found at www.foxvillage.com. 

CDI-W Grand Prix Freestyle – Final Results 

Rider/ Hometown/ Horse/ Score 

1. Jacqueline Brooks, Mount Albert, ON, Gran Gesto, 72.550% 

Young Riders 


Graham riding In the Cards 3E, a Canadian 

Sport Horse gelding by Double Diamond 

out of a Pion mare. Bred and owned 

by KingRidge Stables, In the Cards 3E 

had one knockdown in the first round of 

competition, and received a style score of 

37.5. 

Closing out the top six was Duvel, 

ridden by Mac McQuaker and owned by 

Gryphon Farms. Duvel is a Dutch Warmblood 

by Ovidius out of a Nabour mare. 

McQuaker and Duvel had one rail down 

and received a style score of 37 points. 

The Four-Year-Old Division saw 

Kevin Maxie claim both first and second 

place with Viva’s Victory W and Viva’s 

Destiny W, respectively. Both sired by the 

Hannoverian stallion Viva Voltaire, the 

Canadian Warmblood half-siblings each 

soared their way to a clear round, but it 

was Viva’s Victory W who clinched the 

victory with the higher style score of 40.5 

points. Viva’s Destiny W followed closely 

behind with a style score of 38 points. 

Both horses are owned by breeder 

Augustin Walch and his W. Charlot Farms 

Blainville, QC.” Photo credit – Cealy Tetley, www.tetleyphoto.com 

2. Cheryl Meisner, Blandford, NS, Paganini, 71.850% 

3. Jacqueline Brooks, Mount Albert, ON, Balmoral, 69.700% 

4. Tina Irwin, Lakefield, ON, Amicelli, 69.350% 

5. Simone Williams, Navan, ON, Wunder Ein, 68.350% 

of Stratford, ON. 

Carly Campbell-Cooper finished in 

third place with Go Figure, a Canadian 

Sport Horse by Indoctro out of a Consul 

mare, owned by Triple C Stables of Elora, 

ON. Karen Henderson and Grande Farms’ 

Cattu, a Canadian Warmblood by Catrick 

II out of First Class by For Pleasure, finished 

in fourth place. 

The purpose of the Canadian Young 

Horse Jumper Development Series is to 

encourage the development of young 

show jumping talent and to give Canadian 

breeders additional incentives to breed 

superior show jumping prospects. Competing 

on a level playing field, the horses 

are divided according to age and jump at a 

level suited to their development. This 

careful development allows the horses to 

gain valuable experience and advance to 

the higher levels of show jumping competition 

with confidence. The Canadian 

Young Horse Jumper Development Series 

also gives prospective buyers for the 

hunter and jumper markets an opportunity 

to view a large group of prospects in a 

competition setting. 

The 2009 Canadian Young Horse 

Jumper Development Series is truly 

national in scope with competitions being 

“Jacqueline Brooks and Gran Gesto won the Grand Prix Freestyle held 

Saturday, June 27, during the CDI-W Blainville International Classic in 

CDI-W Intermediaire Freestyle – Final Results 

Rider/ Hometown/ Horse/ Score 

1. Julie Watchorn, Schomberg, ON, Quintesse, 72.000% 

2. Belinda Trussell, Stouffville, ON, Brynn, 71.000% 

3. William Lee Tubman, Dunnville, ON, De La Rosa, 68.150% 

4. Leah Wilson, Orangeville, ON , Amusant, 67.750% 

5. Annie Desranleau, St-Jean-Sur-Richelieu, QC, Maguin, 66.500% 

6. Lindsay Stroh, Camrose, AB, Lancelot, 65.600% 

held from coast to coast. This year, The 

Rocky Mountain Classic II will play host 

to the $20,000 Western Canadian Championships 

from August 28-30 in Calgary, 

Alberta. After being held at Thunderbird 

Showpark in Langley, BC for the last 

three years, the move to Calgary in 2009 

will encourage more participation from 

Alberta owners and breeders. 

The Ontario Championships, Eastern 

Canadian Championships, and National 

Young Horse Finals will also change 

venues this year, and will take place at the 

Canadian Country Classic at Halton Place 

in Halton, ON, from September 9-13. 

Proud supporters of the Canadian 

Young Horse Jumper Development Series 

include Jump Canada, the Ontario Hunter 

Jumper Association, Gary Cooper, Dutch 

Masters Construction Services Ltd., Equus 

Integral (Canadian distributor of Cavalor 

and Devoucoux), 4 Star Trailers, Henry 

Equestrian, KingRidge Stables, Dr. Alan 

Manning, Mill Creek Stables, Peter 

Miller, Preston Sand and Gravel, Jennifer 

Rogers, Scotia McLeod, Sher-Al Farms, 

and W. Charlot Farms. An additional 

donation was made in memory of Morgan 

Firestone. 

For more information, please visit 

the Canadian Young Horse Jumper Development 

Series website at www.jumperdevelopment.com. 

Canadian Young Horse Jumper Development Series – 

Summer Classic, Palgrave, ON 

Seven and Eight-Year-Old Division 

Horse Owner Rider 

1. Fifth Estate 3E* KingRidge Stables Hugh Graham 

2. Grand Slam 3E* KingRidge Stables Roberto Teran 

3. Eragon Sher-Al Farm Frankie Chesler-Ortiz 

Six-Year-Old Division 

Horse/ Owner/ Rider 

1. Holy Smoke 3E* KingRidge Stables Hugh Graham 

2. Wonderboy North Ridge Jay Hayes 

3. Phenix De Coquerie Kingsfield Farm Susan Horn 

4. Heads Up 3E* KingRidge Stables Roberto Teran 

5. Troy* North Ridge Johan Letimonier 

6. Wiroko Katrina Routsalo Cathy Inch 

Five-Year-Old Division 


1. Espresso B* Michael Boyd Carly Campbell-Cooper 

2. Interlude 3E* KingRidge Stables Roberto Teran 

3. Rocky* Big V Farm Katherine Vanruyven 

4. Lino Ottawa Southway Inn Group Allison Zlepnig 

5. In The Cards 3E* KingRidge Stables Hugh Graham 

6. Duvel Gryphon Farms Mac McQuaker 

Four-Year-Old Division 


1. Viva’s Victory W* Augustin Walch Kevin Maxie 

2. Viva’s Destiny W* Augustin Walch Kevin Maxie 

3. Go Figure* Triple C Stables Carly Campbell-Cooper 

4. Cattu* Grande Farms Karen Henderson 

NOTE – The star * beside a horse’s name denotes that 

it is Canadian-bred.

Cheryl Meisner Beats the 

Heat at CDI-W Blainville 

International Classic 

“Cheryl Meisner of Blandford, NS, guided 

Paganini to Grand Prix victory at the CDI-W 

Blainville International Classic on June 

25, 2009.” Photo credit – Cealy Tetley, 

www.tetleyphoto.com 

Blainville, Quebec – On the opening day of FEI 

competition at the CDI-W Blainville International 

Classic running June 24-28 at the 

Blainville Equestrian Park north of Montreal, 

Cheryl Meisner of Blandford, NS, won the 

Grand Prix. 

The 33 degree temperatures had no apparent 

effect on Meisner’s mount Paganini, John 

Risley’s 12-year-old Dutch Warmblood stallion, 

whose expressive passage, piaffe and canter tour 

earned a score of 67.106% from the panel of five 

FEI judges. 

“I was trying to do better today than I did 

last week,” said Meisner who, in the previous 

week’s competition, placed second in the Grand 

Prix before winning Sunday’s Grand Prix 

Freestyle. 

Not only did she improve on her second 

place finish a week ago at the CDI Blainville 

Summer Classic, but her score was also a personal 

best in the Grand Prix test. Meisner 

attributes her success partly to the fact that she 

has spent the past seven years training with former 

Dutch dressage team coach Bert Rutten. 

“He is really an effective trainer, and he 

knows my horses like the back of his hand,” said 

Meisner. “That makes a huge difference.” 

The two back-to-back CDI events held in 

Blainville, QC, are qualifying events for the 

2010 World Cup Final, putting Meisner in a 

strong position early in the season. 

Belinda Trussell of Stouffville, ON, 

received 66.468% riding Anton, owned by 

Robyn Eames, to place second. One of the 

youngest horses contesting the grand prix at just 

nine years of age, Anton belied his youth with a 

correct test that showed great ability for the 

piaffe and transitions from piaffe to passage. 

Olympian Jacqueline Brooks of Mt. Albert, ON, 

and Gran Gesto, owned by Anne Welch and 

Brinc Ltd, placed third with a score of 65.830%. 

Extending his winning streak into a second 

week of competition, Lee Tubman of Dunnville, 

ON, won the largest class of the day, the FEI 

Prix St. Georges. Riding Ducat Developments’ 

De La Rosa, Tubman earned a winning score of 

70.175% for his test which included an expressive 

trot tour and confident, correct canter work. 

“This is our fourth season together,” said 

Tubman of the eight-year-old Hannoverian 

mare, adding that “she shows a lot of maturity. 

She has the whole showing thing nailed down. 

She comes quietly off the trailer and into her 

stall, sleeps after her tests and just generally 

manages her energy really well.” 

With the North American Junior and 

Young Riders’ Championship fast approaching 

in July, a large number of FEI Junior and FEI 

Young Riders’ competitors are at the Blainville 

International in the hopes of achieving qualifying 

scores that will entitle them to compete at 

North America’s most important championship 

for riders’ aged 14-21. Brittany Fraser of 

Ottawa, ON, bested a field of 14 entries in the 

FEI Young Riders’ Team test with a score of 

66.316%. Fraser was riding Ricardos, a horse 

that she has been partnered with for two weeks. 

Owned by Phelisha Chandler of Florida, Ricardos 

has proven to be an excellent last-minute 

mount. 

“He is perfectly well behaved in the ring,” 

said Fraser, who is originally from New Glasgow, 

NS. “Now I just need to learn how to get 

all the exercises solid.” 

Second in the class was former North 

American Junior Champion Jade Deter of 

Kemptville, ON, with Mastermind. Her score of 

65.965% kept her just ahead of third placed 

Jaimie Holland of Caledon, ON, who scored 

65.526% on Fleurina. 

Alexandra Dvorak of Hillsburgh, ON, 

began her second week in Blainville with a win 

in the FEI Junior Team test, earning 66.847% on 

Fling. The FEI Children’s Team test was won by 

Allison Lalonde of North Lancaster, ON, with 

Royal Dalton while St-Adele, Quebec’s Tanya 

Strasser-Shostak and Nemo Tyme won the FEI 

Pony Team test. 

The FEI Young Horse division showcased 

several future international horses, with Canadian 

Olympian Evi Strasser of St-Adele, QC, 

handily winning the FEI Six-Year-Old test on 

Renaissance with a score of 7.94. Diane Creech 

of Caistor Centre, ON, rode Hallmark to first 

place in the FEI Five-Year-Old test with an 

impressive score of 8.30%. 

For more information on the CDI-W 

Blainville International Classic and Equine 

Canada National Show, please visit www.equivents.com. 

Complete scores from the CDI and 

national shows are available at www.foxvillage.com. 

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www.ontra.ca 

President: Victoria Davidson LaCombe 

Vice President: Judi Island 

Treasurer: Virginia Pohler 

Secretary: Pat DiMambro 

Directors: Dana Clarence, Ophelia MacDonald, 

Jessica Malpage, Bill Thomas, Kirsten Sarah Trenc 

ManeLine Editor: Judi Island 

OnTRA Shows Up At TEAD 

By Virginia Pohler 

On Saturday June 20, 2009 OnTRA was pleased to join The 

Equestrian Association for the Disabled (TEAD) in Hamilton, for the 

2009 Prince Phillip Games and Dressage Competitions. The Games 

started off the morning with two teams of four riders and horses competing 

against each other in a series of relay races designed to challenge the 

rider’s ability, while playing as a team and having fun. Although both 

teams delivered a great effort, the home team from TEAD beat out the 

visiting team GRACE, from Owen Sound. Judge Sonia Koczyken was 

pleased that all who participated played fair, safe and by the rules. 

The OnTRA Dressage competition was held in the afternoon with 

entries from across the province, including various independent competitors, 

as well as individuals from Sunrise, CARD, SARI and TEAD 

competing at various levels. Adding to the challenge of competing in a 

new environment, many of the riders competed on borrowed horses. 

2009 

COMPETITIONS 

July 24-26, 2009 - Ontario ParaSport Games (OPSG), Woodstock, 

ON. The Dressage competition will begin at 8 am on Sat. at Cupar 

Farms, Burgessville, ON and will be judged by Jo Young (FEI C, EC 

M). 

Again this year 3 levels of ParaEquestrian competition are 

offered; Entry Level for beginner riders, Intermediate Level for riders 

who have been classified and Advanced Level for riders who are 

riding at the National level. This is a National Sanctioned Gold 

Level competition. 

For more info see: www.parasportontariogames.ca 

CLASSIFIED ADS 

Volunteer Instructors Wanted at H.A.T.S., Niagara Region 

H.A.T.S. is looking for part-time instructors for our busy spring, 

summer and fall sessions, as well as substitute instructors. 

H.A.T.S.’s programs include both children and adults with extremely 

varied disabilities. Applicants should be CanTRA certified (CTRAI 

or higher) or willing to purse CanTRA certification. 

Contact Krista at H.A.T.S. at: hatson@bellnet.ca or 905-704-9820 

2009 OnTRA MEMBER CENTRES 

ASHBURN: The Stables at WindReach Farm - 905-655-5827 

BANCROFT: EQUALL - 613 474-1556 

BARRIE/ORILLIA: Stonegate Farm - 705-327-7801 

BELLEVILLE: Quinte Therapeutic Riding Assn.- 613-395-4472 

BRACEBRIDGE: With Care Oke-Cook Family Farm- 705-645-5866 

BRAMPTON/CALEDON: Caledon Equestrian School - 905 584-2022 

CALEDON EAST: Peace Ranch - 905-584-9156 

CARLETON PLACE: Lanark County Therapeutic Riding Program - 613 257-7121 

CORNWALL: Brave-Hearts Riding Club - 613-528-1616 

CORNWALL: Second Wind Acres - 613-528-1616 

DURHAM REGION: Durham Therapeutic Riding Assoc. - 905-668-6680 

GREELY/OTTAWA: Therapeutic Riding Assoc. of Ottawa-Carleton - 613-821-1844 

GUELPH: Sunrise Therapeutic Riding & Learning Centre - 519-837-0558 

HAMILTON: T.E.A.D. - 905-679-8323 

INNISFIL: Springland Riding Stable - 705-431-7009 

KINGSTON: Happy Heart Hippotherapy (Uniquestri Ltd.) - 613-546-7770 

KITCHENER: CODRP / Pride Stables - 519-653-4686 

LONDON: SARI Therapeutic Riding - 519-666-1123 

MILTON: Windrush Stable Therapeutic Riding Centre - 905-854-6008 

NEWMARKET: Horse At Heart Therapeutic Equestrian Centre - 905-898-3201 

NIAGARA ON THE LAKE: Red Roof Retreat - 905-684-0235 

NORTH AUGUSTA: Touch a Rainbow - 613-926-2116 

ORO STATION: Bit by Bit, 212 Line 6 N., RR#1, Oro Station, ON L0L 2E0 

OWEN SOUND: G.R.A.C.E. - 519-372-2721 

PETERBOROUGH: PARD Therapeutic Riding - 705 742-6441 

PETROLIA: Tomlynn Acres Reg. Quarter Horses - 519-882-0958 

PLANTAGENET: Willowbank Equestrian Center - 613-673-4875 

PORT BURWELL: Jabez Therapy Ranch - 519-874-1168 

PORT ELGIN: P.R.A.N.C.E. - 519-832-2522 

PORT HOPE: T.R.A.I.N. - 905 372-6191 

RIDGEWAY: I CAN-T.E.R. – 905-894-3276 

ST. CATHARINES: Horse Alternative Therapeutic Services - 905-704-9820 

SAULT STE. MARIE: Therapeutic Ride Algoma - 705 945-8546 

SHELBURNE: Traditions Farm Therapeutic Riding Centre - 519-925-1866 

STOUFFVILLE: GIDDYUP - 905-642-8001 

THUNDER BAY: Thunder Bay Therapeutic Riding Assoc.- 807-472-5650 

TIMMINS: Timmins Therapeutic Riding Assoc. - 705-269-5994 

TORONTO: C.A.R.D. - 416-667-8600 

TORONTO: Saddle Up for Success - 416-932-1919 

WINDSOR: Windsor-Essex Therapeutic Riding Assoc. - 519-969-1261 

Please volunteer at a centre near you! 

DISCLAIMER: Please be advised that OnTRA is not responsible for the accreditation, actions 

or activities at any OnTRA Member Centre. OnTRA has no legal or structural authority over 

any Member Centre as each Centre is autonomous. Be aware that horseback riding can be a 

dangerous sport therefore you should verify the safety procedures & the certification of the 

instructors at the therapeutic riding facility of your choice. 

The Overall High Point Championship 

went to Olivia Brown of TEAD, on 

her mount Mickey with a score of 

71%. The Advanced Championship 

went to Judi Island on her borrowed 

mount Ebony with a score 70%. The 

Intermediate Championship went to 

Hanna Jeppeson of Sunrise, on her 

mount Bailey with a score of 58.69%. 

The Entry Championship went to 

Maria Bombini of TEAD, on her 

mount Spencer with a score of 

67.14%. The competition was judged 

by Elaine Potter. 

Many thanks to Hilary Webb, 

and all the staff and volunteers at 

TEAD for their time and effort, making 

this day not only possible, but also 

a great success. 

Rider Centre Grade Score / Place 

ADVANCE LEVEL 

Jody Schloss Ind. Gr 1A 65.00 -1st 

Judi Island CARD Gr 1B 63.33 -1st 

Geraldine Lewis Ind. Gr 4 56.45 -3rd 

Jody Schloss Ind. Gr 1A KUR 62.50 -1st 

Judi Island CARD Gr 1B KUR 70.00 CH. 

Geraldine Lewis Ind. Gr 4 KUR 60.00 -1st 

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL 

Anna Suschkov SARI Gr 1B 58.33 -2nd 

2009 OnTRA Regional Results 

So where should you start when 

looking for a new therapy horse for your 

barn Unfortunately, there is no one stop 

shopping place for therapy horses and as 

such, many take a lot of hunting to find. 

The type of horse you require will also 

depend on the level of your riders. 

Regardless of rider level, therapy horses 

must have an ability to remain calm in 

almost any situation, and be comfortable 

with the adaptive equipment that comes 

with a therapeutic riding school. They 

also need to accept having many people 

around them since some riders require up 

to 3 volunteers at one time. Not all horses 

are comfortable having so many people 

invading their space at one time, so 

this is something you should investigate 

when on a pre-purchase trip. If you play 

a lot of games with your riders, they 

should also be at ease with toys squeaking, 

or rings on the ground, objects being 

tossed at the rider, etc. Some of this ease 

can be trained into a horse, but if a ball is 

tossed at a rider and the horse tries to 

leave into the next county, it might 

require more training than you have time 

to commit. 

The most important gait in a therapy 

horse is their walk. Any therapy horse 

must possess an active walk with their 

hind quarters well engaged. This walk 

should produce an active swinging in the 

riders hips in a symmetrical fashion. 

Some horses come by this walk more naturally 

than others. As for trot and canter, 

though some riders can benefit from a 

LOT of movement, most are safer on a 

horse with smoother, less percussive 

gaits. 

As for the size of your therapy 

horse, that again depends on the needs of 

your riding school. For riders who 

require side walkers, horses that are 

much taller than 15.1hh become a safety 

hazard for both riders and side walkers 

(unless you are blessed with players from 

the NBA frequenting your barn as side 

walkers). There are several stocky 

breeds that aren’t too tall, like 

Haflinger’s and Fjord’s, though there are 

innumerable other horses and breeds that 

can also fit the bill. I myself have found 

We look forward to seeing many of 

these great horses and riders compete 

at the Ontario Para Sport Summer 

Games in Woodstock, July 25, 2009. 

The TEAD winning team. Showing off 

their ribbons and trophies after the 

2009 OnTRA PPG games. 

Riders: Kenny Kay, Steven Reist, 

Chris Szucsik & Adam Stevens 

L-R: Hanna Jeppeson, Cassie Smith, 

Anna Shuschkov, Karima Hassan, 

Maria Bombini, Brooke Melhenbacher, 

Olivia Brown, Jody Schloss, Geraldine 

Lewis & Judi Island 

Hanna Jepperson Sunrise Gr 3 58.69 CH. 

ENTRY LEVEL 

Cassie Smith SARI Gr 1A 60.00 Hors C. 

Maria Bombini TEAD Gr 1A 67.14 CH. 

Karima Hassan SARI Gr 1A 57.85 -2nd 

Cassie Smith SARI Gr 1B 51.17 -3rd 

Olivia Brown TEAD Gr 2 71.00 High Pt. 

Brooke Melhenbacher TEAD Gr 3 66.00 -1st 

Choosing the Right Therapy Horse – A Place to Start 

that the smaller draft type breeds are a 

great fit as they can carry some heavier 

riders, and are also small enough for the 

younger riders who require more ground 

support. 

There is a common misconception 

out there that the best place for our older, 

slightly lame, quiet (read lazy) horses is a 

therapeutic riding school. Nothing could 

be further from the truth. Yes, our therapy 

horses have to be quiet, but they also 

should be fit, sound and preferably, on 

the younger side (a rule of thumb is 8-13 

for starting in a program). Therapy horses 

must be sound to properly transmit the 

healing motion of their 3 dimensional 

gait to the rider. A horse who is a ‘little 

off’ or stiff won’t provide the right 

motion through to the rider, and as such, 

will not provide the therapeutic benefit of 

a sound, smooth moving horse. Since 

many therapy horses do most of their 

work at the walk, they must have solid, 

fit backs that are produced from being 

ridden and schooled regularly outside of 

the therapeutic riding school. Failing in 

any of these areas can create sour horses 

from the pain that can be caused from 

their inappropriate use in the riding 

school. So thank would be donators of 

old Sally who is 29 and a little gimpy and 

invest in the right horse not only for you 

and your program, but also for the horse 

himself. 

Submitted by: Viki LaCombe, CanTRA 

Instructor, EC Coach I, OnTRA President

Central Ontario Prince Philip Games 

Meet #2 Results 

The Central Ontario Region of Pony Club held its 

second Prince Philip Games meet of the season on Sunday, 

June 14, at Royal Lane Farm between Manilla and 

Lindsay, just north of Highway 7. Highlight results are 

shown below (complete order of finish in the internet 

version). 

In the A division, a mixed Uxbridge-Scugog/Simcoe 

team placed first, followed by Rising Star. 

Durham took first in the B division, with a mixed 

Temiskaming/Northwoods team second and a mixed 

Victoria/Maple team third. 

Temiskaming took the honours in the C division, 

with Centaurus second and a mixed Toronto & North 

York/Temiskaming team in third place. 

In the Masters Games, for players 15 and older, 

Uxbridge-Scugog claimed first place, with Durham in 

second spot and a mixed Rising Star/Uxbridge-Scugog 

team third. 

The Prince Philip Cup Games are a team competition 

played by Pony Clubs around the world. Many of 

the Games require the riders and ponies to run a slalom 

course around a series of poles from one end of the playing 

field to the other, where they hand-off something to 

the next rider on their team. In some races, riders have 

to vault off of and onto their ponies. 

The next meet will be the Regional Finals on July 

5. Points accumulate over the three meets, and competition 

at all levels is very close. The Regional A level winners 

go on to play for the Eastern Canadian Championship 

against teams from the Western Ontario and Saint 

Lawrence-Ottawa Valley Regions. The two top Eastern 

Canadian A level teams then play against Western Canada 

representatives for the national championship, to be 

held near Vancouver. There is also a national Masters 

championship, to be hosted by Central Ontario this year. 

Both events are in August. 

For details please call Bob Inglis, Central Ontario 

Regional Communications Chair, at 416-493-1223 

(office) or 416-491-4230 (home) or via e-mail at bobinglis@technalysis.on.ca. 

For general background on 

the Canadian Pony Club and its activities (including 

Prince Philip Games), or on Central Ontario Region and 

its Branches, or for this or previous press releases, check 

out the Canadian Pony Club website at www.Canadian- 

PonyClub.org and follow the appropriate links. 

Canadian Equestrian Community Loses 

Long-time Mentor and Volunteer 

Ottawa, Ontario—The Canadian equestrian community 

is saddened to announce the loss of a long-time member, 

mentor, official, volunteer and past-president, Alfred 

“Alf” Fletcher, 77, of Westbank, BC. 

A member of Equine Canada for many years, Alf 

was an Equine Canada (EC) Senior National and Fédération 

Equestre Internationale (FEI) steward. He was 

accredited as a FEI—X steward for the disciplines of 

Jumper and Dressage, and he was a Senior Steward for 

all Equine Canada disciplines. 

“Alf was one of those touching figures of Canadian 

equestrianism,” said Akaash Maharaj, CEO of Equine 

Canada. “He had a formative influence on generations of 

Canadian horseman and horsewomen, and on our national 

equestrian system itself. Neither our affection for him 

nor his legacy will ever fade.” 

In addition to his stewarding duties, Alf was also a 

very well respected judge. During his judging career, he 

was a Senior Judge for hunter, jumper and western disciplines, 

and he also judged hunt seat, saddle seat and 

stock seat equation. His versatility was evident as he also 

was a Recorded Judge for several breed sports. 

As a volunteer, Alf was a former president of 

Equine Canada. From 1997 to 2000, Alf also dedicated 

himself to the successful restructuring Equine Canada. 

He possessed a commitment and vision for a strong and 

viable equestrian industry in Canada when he assisted in 

the revamping of the national federation. In 2001, Alf 

was named as Equine Canada’s Volunteer of the Year. 

“The Community is rocked. He was a loved man,” 

said Alf’s friend, Jan Stephens, chair of the Equine 

Canada Stewards Committee. “As a mentor and a leader, 

Alf was a friend to everyone. He had the ability to 

encourage and teach with joy. What a legacy he has left 

behind.” 

At his family’s request, memorial donations in lieu 

of flowers may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. 

A memorial service will be held for Alf on 

Wednesday July 8, 2009, at 2 p.m. at 433 Curlew Drive, 

Kelowna, BC. 

Alf is survived by his wife, Heather, and their two 

sons. 

Equine Canada would like to extend its deepest 

sympathies to Alf’s family and friends. 


For more information about Equine Canada, please 

visit www.equinecanada.ca. 

Kachemak Bay Named Omega Alpha Canadian 

Event Horse of the Month for May 

“Kachemak Bay was named as the Omega Alpha Canadian 

Event Horse of the Month for May.” 

Photo Credit— StockImageServices.com 

Ottawa, ON—The Canadian Eventing Committee has 

named Kachemak Bay as Omega Alpha Canadian Event 

Horse of the Month for May. 

Kachemak Bay, Frankie Simpson’s 15-year-old 

Canadian Thoroughbred gelding, finished as the top 

Canadian entry, in fourth place, at the 2009 edition of 

the Jersey Fresh CCI 3* Three Day Event, held May 

7–10, 2009, in Allentown, New Jersey, USA. 

Ridden by Karl Slezak of Tottenham, ON, 

Kachemak Bay was tied for 20th place after dressage 

with a score of 63.4. Adding only 4.4 cross country time 

faults following a flawlessly ridden performance over 

John Williams’ (USA) cross country course, Slezak and 

Kachemak Bay leaped up the leaderboard to fourth 

place. A clean ride in the show jumping round kept the 

pair in fourth place, finishing on a score of 67.8. 

“I’m so proud of both Kachemak Bay (Zeus) and 

Karl. They really are a fantastic team, and I am so 

pleased with their results this year,” said Simpson, who 

lives in Orangeville, ON. “Zeus is a really cool little 

horse with a larger than life personality, and he really 

does live to event. Hopefully the pair will have many 

great things to come. I’d like to give a big thank you to 

Omega Alpha and the Canadian Eventing 

Committee for recognizing these fantastic horses every 

month. This award is a really nice gesture to the horses, 

riders and owners.” 

Canadian Eventing created the horse recognition 

program to celebrate the achievements of Canadian 

owned horses that represent Canada in North American 

competition. Canadian Eventing is also very pleased to 

have Omega Alpha Pharmaceuticals’ generous support 

of this new horse recognition program. Omega Alpha 

Pharmaceuticals will be providing each owner of the 

“Horse of the Month” with a generous gift certificate of 

$200 credit towards the purchase of Omega Alpha products 

of their choice. 


For more information about Canadian Eventing, 

visit www.equinecanda.ca and select disciplines then 

Eventing. 

About Omega Alpha Pharmaceuticals Inc. 

For a list of the wide range of products for the 

optimum health and performance of humans, equines 

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Central Ontario Region First 

Dressage Qualifier Results 

Here are highlight placings at the 

first Central Ontario Region of Pony Club 

dressage qualifier for the Regional Dressage 

Finals, held Sunday, June 7 at the 

Orono Fairgrounds, hosted by the Oshawa 

Pony Club. Further details are available 

in the internet version of this release. 

In the First Level A Division, the 

champion was Johanna McKeen of the 

Oshawa Pony Club riding Whim, with 

Janene Howran of the Kawartha Pony 

Club the reserve on Winston. 

In the First Level B Division, 

Meaghan Lloyd of the Durham Pony Club 

was champion on Cab Fare, and Rebecca 

Simmons, also of Durham, was the 

reserve riding Poetry in Motion. 

Alexandra Sprague of the Kawartha 

Pony Club was the Training Level champion 

riding Come as You Are, with Jennifer 

McKeen of the Oshawa Pony Club 

second on Millie. 

The Pre-Training champion was 

Rachel Scott of the Victoria Pony Club on 

Written by: K.D. Grainger 

For anyone who has ever felt that 

there are not enough avenues of support 

for sidesaddle in Ontario, there is now 

hope blooming on the horizon. On Sunday, 

June 28th 2009 a passionate group of 

women met at Rustic Meadows stable, in 

Hillsburgh Ontario to discuss the possibility 

of forming a provincial association for 

aside riders. It was quickly established by 

the number of ideas and suggestions put 

forth that everyone was for establishing 

an organization. One of the main concerns 

brought up by multiple women present 

was the shortage of Canadian 

Sidesaddle makers. A proposed solution 

was to create a website to be used as an 

online resource for quality side saddle 

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Peanut. Jenna Crone of the Rising Star 

Pony Club was the reserve aboard 

Moonkisst’s Fantasy. 

Meg Scott of Victoria was the 

Starter Division Champion riding Diamonds 

from Sierra, and Emily Pearson, 

also of the Victoria Pony Club, was the 

reserve on Susie “Q”. 

The Entry Level champion was Solstice 

Pecile of Kawartha riding Skye, with 

Samantha Lobbezoo of the Brooklin Pony 

Club the reserve on Huki’s Last Knight. 

For more information, call Bob 

Inglis, Central Ontario Region Pony Club 

Communications Chair, at 416-493-1223 

(office) or 416-491-4230 (home), or via 

e-mail at bobinglis@technalysis.on.ca. 

For background on the Canadian Pony 

Club and its activities including dressage, 

or on the Central Ontario Region and its 

Branches, or for previous press releases, 

check out the Canadian Pony Club website 

at www.CanadianPonyClub.org. 

A Start for Sidesaddle in 

Ontario 

makers. Another concern expressed was 

the shortage of where one can compete 

aside. This proposed organization, the 

Ontario Sidesaddle Association (OSA) 

will also be a way to promote this method 

of riding in all disciplines. The OSA aims 

to provide fellowship, camaraderie, guidance 

and education, and promote the art 

of sidesaddle riding. The organization 

aims to have a web site running soon 

where news and information will be posted 

along with a forum for riders suggestions. 

Anyone interested in more information 

about this fledgling group may 

contact Sharon Borda 

(sharon.borda@seikikai.ca 519-927-1752) 

or Joanne Milton (info@rusticmeadows. 

com 519-855-6865). 

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reserved. 

Q. After showing at the club level for 

several years, I’m thinking of stepping 

up to a higher level. I’ve 

observed several of these bigger 

shows, and one thing I’ve noticed is 

that most of the amateur competitors 

seem to have trainers. As an amateur 

on a budget, I would like your opinion 

as to whether or not I need a 

trainer. Although not a professional, 

I do enjoy the process of training as 

much as the results. My husband (not 

a horse person) does not see why I 

need to spend the hefty fees for a 

trainer. 

A. It’s important to periodically step 

back and evaluate our goals and analyze 

the reasons we invest our time 

and money in any endeavor. You 

have stated that you enjoy the process 

of training, and I’m assuming a 

hands-on approach to caring for your 

horse as well. 

Many of your fellow exhibitors 

enjoy the showing more than the day 

to day management, and results more 

than the process. 

Others have no extra time in 

their lives to devote to the care of 

their horses and would prefer to concentrate 

on lessons and showing, 

leaving the training and care to 

someone else. 

If you are a results-oriented person, 

even on a limited budget, consider 

that it can be a false economy to do 

all the training yourself. A skilled 

professional has learned to avoid 

many of the miscommunication 

skills which slow down a horse’s 

education, or cause things to get 

worse before they get better. A real 

Ottawa, Ontario—Equine Canada is pleased to introduce 

two new faces to the equine community. 

Isabel Aube has been hired as Equine Canada’s 

Manager of Sport—Coaching. With Aube’s extensive 

experience and passion for working with coaches and 

athletes, her strong skills in both official languages and 

her passion for horses, Aube will quickly make an 

impact at Equine Canada. 

Questions regarding coaching, Long-Term Equestrian 

Development, development of new coaching programs 

and the management of the current ones, or any 

horseman knows how to use cues 

with the appropriate timing, intensity, 

and repetition (not too much, 

not too little) to get the job done 

efficiently. 

As a trainer, my involvement 

with hundreds of horses, gives me 

the advantage of building a system 

that works, a template of 

proven consistency, I can apply to 

each new horse. I’ve learned what 

doesn’t work (I cringe when I 

think of the horses I’ve certainly 

confused in my early training 

days!). I also understand that there 

are exceptions to every rule – I 

have been both humbled and 

affirmed by experience! 

Other advantages of engaging a 

trainer are: 

A mirror. 

Every rider needs an objective 

eye to evaluate her performance and 

spot details of movement, skill or 

turnout that could be interfering with 

her success. A trainer can compare 

her student to the other competitors, 

bringing to light areas that need 

improvement and were overlooked in 

the arena at home. 

Strategy. 

Being familiar with the typical 

show routine and timetable, a trainer 

can suggest a game plane for when to 

get ready and for warming up, so that 

his client doesn’t under prepare, 

“peak too soon”, or miss her class! 

He can design a strategy for riding a 

pattern or course or for how to safely 

negotiate the busy warm up ring 

because he’s done it himself so many 

times. 

Resources. 

Working with a trainer gives 

you access to a shared show tackroom, 

saddle and bridle racks, and 

trailering to the show if needed. At 

home there is an indoor arena, and 

other riders to practise with. 

Other resources include contacts 

when you want to buy a horse or 

equipment, where to get a deal, and 

who you can borrow that piece of 

tack from that you left behind! 

She has access to different bits 

and grooming products, and has 

experience interpreting that big 

AQHA rule book. 

Understand, that while you gain the 

relationship with your horse and the 

pride and education of having done it 

all yourself, you may reap the benefits 

of all your hard work later than 

your trainer-hiring competitor. Your 

progress may be slower, your 

resources more limited, and you may 

have more bumps along the way. 

It’s up to you to weigh both options, 

or perhaps come up with a part time 

compromise that works for you and 

your family. 

Q. Is it acceptable to use voice commands 

in the show ring 

A. In some disciplines, ie. dressage, 

voice commands are unacceptable. 

However in A.Q.H.A. and other 

stock horse breeds using your voice 

discreetly is just fine. 

I keep words to a minimum 

when training horses. I teach the 

meaning of a cluck, a kiss and a 

whoa to a youngster on the longe line 

and these, when later used in conjunction 

with my hands and legs, 

makes the transition to under saddle 

work easier. Voice commands act as 

a bridge to clear up any confusion 

when teaching a horse a new skill. 

The rider pairs something the horse 

knows (the voice command) with 

something new (the aid). 

A novice rider whose cues 

might be unsteady will find her voice 

handy to reinforce them. 

I always remind my students 

not to “chatter” to their horses. 

Doing so desensitizes them to the 

words that they really want their 

horses heed. (Like the Boy Who 

Cried Wolf). 

To summarize, voice commands 

can be a help, but never a substitute 

for your classic aids. 

About The Author: 

Trainer, certified Equine Canada 

coach and judge, Lindsay Grice, has 

prepared horses and riders for wins 

at major shows in the US and Canada 

for over 20 years. She has 

trained and ridden horses to numerous 

Provincial High Point awards as 

well as AQHA's national High Point 

Top Ten status. Her popular horsemanship 

clinics take her both locally 

and into the US, creating thinking 

horsemen of her students by teaching 

the "hows" and "whys" of riding. 

For more training and showing tips, 

visit www.lgrice.com 

Equine Canada Announces 

Two New Additions to its National Office 

other coaching matter can be directed to Aube at 

iaube@equinecanada.ca. 

Also full-time to the Equine Canada office is 

Wendy Gayfer. The popular disciplines of reining, driving, 

endurance, vaulting and breed sports will have 

Gayfer as their program coordinator—non-Olympic disciplines. 

Gayfer has assisted for the past few months in a 

similar role but will now continue on in the position fulltime. 

For additional information on Equine Canada’s 

non-Olympic disciplines, Gayfer can be reached at 

wgafer@equinecanada.ca. 

“I am pleased to welcome Isabelle 

Aube to Equine Canada and to congratulate 

Wendy Gayfer on her new permanent role,” 

noted Director of Sport, Craig Andreas. “The 

transition to the new NCCP and Long-Term 

Equestrian Development are important projects 

that will benefit from the addition of 

Isabelle’s experience and enthusiasm and with 

Wendy, we can now provide additional support 

for the development and growth of the 

non-Olympic disciplines.” 

Please join Equine Canada in welcoming 

the new staff to the Equine Canada 

office team. Equine Canada wishes them all 

the best in each of their respective positions. 


For more information about Equine Canada, 

please visit www.equinecanada.ca. 

ANCASTER SADDLE CLUB 

All Shows will be held at the 

NEW Ancaster Fair Grounds, 

SW corner of Hwy 52 (Trinity 

Road) and Hwy 2 (Wilson 

Street), Ancaster. Take the Hwy 

52 Copetown exit from Hwy 

403. Proceed south towards 

Hwy 2. Enter the grounds using 

Trinity Road. Western Performance 

and English Classes 

begin at 9:00 AM, Western 

Games Classes begin at 12:00 

PM. July 26, August 23, 

September 13, Rain Date: 

September 20. Year End 

Awards Banquet: November 14, 

2009. For more information 

visit www.ancastersaddle 

club.com 

BRIGHTWATER 

EQUESTRIAN CENTRE 

2009 Challenge Series Hunter 

Show 

September 13 - Challenge 

Series Hunter Show #9 

CrackerJack Junior Hunter 

Show Series 18 & Under 

July 8, July 22, August 5, Aug. 

19 

Adult Hunter Show Series 

over 18 Years 

July 5, August 9, September 6 

For information, contact: 

Brightwater Equestrian Centre, 

9575 5th Sideroad, Erin, ON 

N0B 1T0 Call (519) 833-2233, 

email info@brightwaterfarm. 

com • www.brightwaterfarm. 

com 

2009 CHALLENGE 

SERIES Hunter Shows 

July 26 - Twinholm Stables 

August 16 - Meadowlarke Stables 

August 30 - Milestone Stables 

September 13 - Brightwater 

Equestrian Centre 

October 4 - New This Year - 

Grand Finale. Twinholm Stables, 

Campbellville, ON, (905) 

332-9679 or Twinholm@aol. 

com, www.twinholm.com 

EQUINE REHAB MASSAGE 

THERAPY COURSES 

Oct. 05-10 - North Bay, ON 

Oct. 13-18 - Owen Sound, ON 

Oct. 19-24 - Newmarket, ON 

Sidonia McIntyre, 1-888-378- 

4632, www.equinerehab.ca 

EQUUS 3D 2009 CALEN- 

DAR OF EVENTS 

July 19 - Equus 3D Horse Trials 

1 

Aug. 12 - Equus 3D Combined 

Training Show 2, Equus 3D 

Short Course 1 

Sept. 2 - Equus 3D Combined 

Training Show 3, Equus 3D 

Short Course 2, Canadian 

Young Event Horse Finals 2009 

Sept. 20 - Equus 3D Horse Trials 

2 

www.equus3dfarm.com, 519- 

940-0048 for mentoring & rider 

testing 

MEADOWLARKE 

STABLES EVENTS 

August 16 - Meadowlarke Stables 

Challenge Show 

OXFORD TRAIL RIDERS 

July 25, August 15, Raindate is 

September 12. Shows all start 

at 10 a.m. at Marg and Max 

Albright's, 283357 Daniel Road, 

Mt. Elgin, Ontario. Annual 

trail ride is Sunday, September 

27. Banquet is November 7th at 

the CAW Hall in Ingersoll, 

Ontario. www.oxfordtrailriders.com 

ROCKTON SADDLE CLUB 

Western & English Shows: Aug 

8, Sep 12 (rain dates June 20, 

Aug 15) 1 p.m. start - New 

facilities, 2 rings – WHA 

judges. Year-end trophies 1st & 

reserve - ea. class. Directions & 

forms: www.rocktonsaddle 

club.com 

RUSTY GAITS SADDLE 

CLUB 

July 19, August 16, September 

20; Championship show - 

September 26. All shows are 

held at the Aylmer Fairgrounds 

and start at 10 a.m., except for 

the Championship show, that is 

9 a.m. We run under MWHS 

rules, with some club exceptions. 

Call Mary @ 519-773- 

5752 or e-mail: marydc@amtelecom.net 

WELSH PONY AND COB 

SOCIETY OF ONTARIO 

2009 SHOW DATES 

Aug 2 - All welsh championship 

show and open show at 

Orono Fairgrounds (Q) 

Aug 9 - Sutton Fair at Sutton 

fairgrounds,(Q) 

Sept. 26 - Lindsay fair (Q) 

Oct 11 - Erin Fair at Erin fairgrounds 

Nov 13 - Royal Winter Fair 

Shows marked (Q) are qualifiers 

for the Royal Winter Fair 

Champion of Champions. For 

more information please visit 

our website at www.welshpony.on.ca 

or contact Shirley 

Cane @ (905)986-4558 

BERTIE WILLOUGHBY 

SADDLE CLUB INC. 

July 19 WHAO point approved 

show, August 16. Shows start at 

10:00am. For more information 

call 905-646-8768 Or visit our 

club web site @ http://bertiewilloughbysaddleclub.tripod.com 

HIGH COUNTY BRANCH 

OF THE PONY CLUB 

Sat. July 25th, 9 am - 4 pm. 

Eventing clinic at Headwaters 

Farm in Orton, ON. Contact 

Tiffany Woodfine at 

tiffany.woodfine@ 

sympatico.ca or (519)843- 

6052. 

CEDARSTONE FARM 

SCHOOLING SHOW 

SERIES 

Located at 233075 Concession 

2, WGR 

Durham, ON, just north of Mt. 

Forest 

Sat., Sept. 19, starting 9 am. 

Offers 

gymkhana, 

beginner/green horse, adult, 

hunter and jumper divisions 

with a fun trail/obstacle course 

after lunch. 

There are ribbons to 6th place 

and TONS of prizes. A fun and 

learning atmosphere for everyone. 

More info on website at 

www.cedarstonefarm.ca 

MID-WESTERTN 

ONTARIO 

HORSEMAN’S SOCIETY 

August 1 & 2 - Brigden Fairgrounds 

9 AM start contact 

Cheryl Weese (519)864-1373 

August 8 - Aylmer Fairgrounds 

9 AM start contact Mary Dancy 

Clarke(519)773-5752 

August 15 - LCSC Sarnia 9 

AM start contact Shelley Thomson 

(519)864-1462 

August 16 - Melbourne (TEN- 

TATIVE) contact Ken McLellan 

(519)289-5526 

September 26 - Forest Fairgrounds 

8:30 AM start contact 

Ian Minielly (519)786-3279 

October 4 – Ilderton Fairgrounds 

9 AM start contact 

Brian Ropp(519)293-3867 

October 10 & 11– Brigden Fair 

9 AM start contact Shelley 

Thomson(519)864-1462 

Annual Meeting – November 

15 at Strathroy Superstore 1 

PM. 

Board Meetings - Third 

Wednesday of the month April 

– October. 

For More information contact: 

Lynn Eaton 887 Crumlin Side 

Road, London, ON N5V lR6 

Phone: 519-451-8618 • Email: 

smidget48@hotmail.com 

ONTARIO REINING 

HORSE 

ASSOCIATION 

Jul 16 & 17 - New Date - Jared 

LeClaire Clinic. Y Not Farms, 

Meaford ON. Stall for the 

weekend - $ TBA. Contact Ron 

Lubinski 519-538-0510. 

Jul 18 & 19 - CONFIRMED. 

Spirit of Excellence Reining 

Show & Sired Stakes Derby. Y 

Not Farms, Meaford, ON. Contact 

Ron Lubinski 519-538- 

0510. Affiliate Qualifier Sunday 

Aug 1 & 2 - Reining Event - 

CONFIRMED, Rockslide Reining 

Show. Quardream Stable, 

Mount Forest, ON Contact Lori 

Quarrie 519-323-9848, 

quardream@hotmail.com. Affiliate 

Qualifier Saturday 

Aug 15 & 16 - Spooks Gotta 

Gun Futurity. Black’s Equine 

Centre, Hamilton, ON. Contact: 

Ashley Black 905-679-1224. 

Affiliate Qualifier Sunday 

2009 NORFOLK COUNTY 

FAIR EVENTS. 

Fair held in Simcoe from October 

6-12 

Western Ontario Regional 

Commercial Horse Show - 

Wed. & Thurs. Oct. 7 & 8 

Western Ontario Percheron 

Horse Association Regional 

Horse Show - Fri. & Sat, Oct. 9 

& 10 

Western Ontario Regional Belgian 

Horse Show - Fri. & Sat. 

Oct 9 & 10 

Western Ontario Regional 

Clydesdale Horse Show - Sat. & 

Sun. Oct. 10 & 11 

Miniature Horse Show - Sunday 

October 11th 

STANDARDBRED EVENTS 

Aug. 2 - Standardbred Showcase 

- At The Grand River 

Raceway Sunday, Aug 2nd. 22 

classes & trade fair, For more 

information, www.standardbredshowcase.com/horseshow 

Aug. 10 - The Ontario Standardbred 

Adoption Society's 

10th Annual Horse Show To be 

held Sunday August 30th, 11 

am. Milton Country Heritage 

Park, www.countryheritagepark.com/directions 

Sarah 

647-669-6727, For details and 

class list please visit 

www.osas.ca 

PINTO EVENTS 

July 5th, Sat. July 25th, Sun. 

August 16th. Shows start at 9 

am. OPtHA 3-in-1 Horse Shows 

at Hors'n Around Stables, 

19032 St. Andrews Road, Caledon 

East Halter, Showmanship, 

English, Western and Speed 

classes PtHA Breed Classes: 

Double Judged. Youth, Amateur 

and Open Divisions. Pinto 

Registration required. All Breed 

Classes: Single Judged, PAC 

Program, Beginner and Open 

Divisions. No horse reg. 

required. For more information, 

see www.ontariopinto.com. 

Call 519-927-3296 or email 

ontariopinto@gmail.com, 

CANADIAN-BRED 

THOROUGHBRED 

YEARLING SALE 

The annual Canadian-Bred 

Yearling Sale takes place at the 

Woodbine Sales Pavilion, 

Woodbine Racetrack in Toronto. 

Selected Session: Sept. 8 and 

Open Session: Sept. 12. For 

more information visit 

www.cthsont.com. 

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Building a Partnership with 

Your Horse 

“Teach Your Horse To Ground Drive” 

By Lynn Palm 

In the last article, we went over 

the proper equipment for ground 

driving. In review, ground driving is 

an “in-hand” technique where the 

horse is equipped with a saddle or 

surcingle, bridle, and a pair of long 

“reins” which are held by a handler 

Part 2 

who walks behind the horse and 

drives him forward. To an onlooker, 

it looks like the handler is driving the 

horse without a cart! 

Ground driving is important 

because it teaches the horse to give 

to rein pressure while changing gaits 

at the walk, trot, canter, and through 

stopping and backing without a rider 

being on his back. After teaching a 

horse to longe, ground driving is the 

next step in his ground training. 

Take Your Time 

Introduce ground driving slowly 

to your horse, and take gradual steps 

to insure that he does not get confused 

or afraid. The feel and sound of 

the longe lines dragging behind him 

is a new experience for the horse, 

and it may take two to three sessions 

for him to be comfortable with it. Be 

patient and reward any progress he 

makes! 

Before proceeding, it is important 

that the horse is totally comfortable 

with the longe lines being in 

contact with his body. To accustom 

him to the feeling, take some time 

and “sack” him out with the longe 

line once he is saddled and bridled. 

Start by shaking out a longe line near 

to him so he gets used to the sight 

and sound of the line. Toss it out 

behind him, but do not touch him 

with the line yet. Neatly recoil the 

line and toss it again and again until 

he accepts this. 

The next step is to touch his 

Equine Canada Announces 2009 FEI 

Jumper Stewards Clinic 

Ottawa, ON—Equine Canada is pleased to announce a 

Federation Equestre International (FEI) Jumper Stewards 

Clinic. The clinic is open to all FEI jumper stewards 

and senior national stewards with permission from their 

national federation and Equine Canada Senior (S) and 

Senior National (SN) stewards. The clinic will take place 

at Spruce Meadows in Calgary, AB, September 14th, 

2009 

Ṫhe FEI Steward General for Jumping, David Distler 

of Norwalk, CT, will be the course director for the 

clinic. Distler is an FEI O jumper judge and the FEI 

Steward General for the United States. He was the president 

of the Ground Jury for the 2003 and 2005 Worlds 

Cup Finals, and he was appointed to the Ground Jury for 

the 2008 Olympic Games. Distler co-chairs the United 

States Equestrian Federation Jumper Committee, and is 

the chair of the FEI Competitions Committee. As a competition 

organizer, Distler has managed FEI level horse 

shows; United States Equestrian Team selection trials 

for Olympic, Pan American and World Equestrian 

Games; and the North American Junior and Young Riders 

Championships show jumping when the event was 

hosted in Wadsworth, IL. 

“This will be the first FEI Jumper Stewards clinic 

to be held in Canada for many years, and it will be conducted 

by David Distler, the FEI Steward General for 

Provincial authorities laid criminal 

charges in May against a Hamilton-area 

veterinarian for unlawful 

sale of a controlled substance, as 

well as a Burlington man for the 

practice of veterinary medicine without 

a licence. In light of these 

charges, the Ontario Racing Commission 

(ORC) reminds licensees 

and participants involved in horse 

racing in Ontario only to use a veterinarian 

licensed by the ORC. 

Since June 1, 2008, trainers 

have been required to use an ORC 

licensed veterinarian for any medication 

or drug requiring a prescription 

and any treatment ordinarily requiring 

the services of a veterinarian for 

any horse under his/her care and control. 

On April 22, 2009, members of 

the ORC Investigations Unit, OPP 

Organized Crime Enforcement 

Bureau, and the Hamilton Police Service 

attended a residence located in 

the City of Hamilton to execute a 

search warrant under the Criminal 

Code and the Food and Drugs Act. 

During the execution of the warrants, 

authorities seized a quantity of cash 

and other evidence related to alleged 

illegal activity in controlled drugs. 

Dr. Murray A. Bonshor of 

Hamilton, ON, ORC Licence 

No.P42700 (expired) has been 

charged with the unlawful sale of a 

controlled substance contrary to the 

Food and Drug Act. He will appear 

in Provincial Court in Hamilton on 

June 16, 2009. 

In December 2008, the ORC 

issued rulings stipulating that that no 

horse for which Dr. Bonshor provides 

veterinary services at any time 

on or after January 1, 2009 up to and 

including January 1, 2019 shall be 

eligible to be declared to enter to 

race at any racetrack in Ontario. 

On April 24, 2009, members of 

the ORC Investigations Unit and 

OPP Organized Crime Enforcement 

Bureau attended a residence located 

in the City of Burlington to execute a 

search warrant for evidence of 

offences under the Veterinarian Act 

of Ontario. Police seized medications, 

drugs, syringes, and documentary 

evidence during the execution of 

the search warrant. 

John Guerra of Burlington, ON, 

is charged with the practice of veterinary 

medicine without a licence contrary 

to section 11(1) of the Veterinarians 

Act of Ontario. Guerra was 

to appear in Provincial Court in 

Hamilton on June 17, 2009. 

Jumping,” said Jan Stephens, the chair of the Equine 

Canada Stewards Committee. “It is a tremendous educational 

opportunity that we hope Canadian Senior and FEI 

stewards will take advantage of. We also look forward 

to welcoming Senior and FEI stewards representing the 

international stewarding community”. 

For additional information about the FEI Jumper 

Stewards clinic, please visit the Equine Canada website 

at www.equinecanada.ca or contact Kate Evans at 

kevans@equinecanada.ca or by phone at 613 248 3433 

ext. 140. 


Equine Canada is a member-based association that 

represents, promotes and services Canada’s equine community 

and industry. Its core areas of activity involve 

sport, equine health and welfare, education and safety, 

governance and marketing, representation and communication. 

Equine Canada is recognized by Sport Canada, 

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, the International 

Equestrian Federation (FEI), the Canadian Olympic 

Committee and Canadian Coaching Association of 

Canada as the national organization representing equestrian 

sport and equine interests in Canada. For more 

information about Equine Canada, please visit 


Notice to the Industry: 

ORC reminds horse racing participants 

only to use ORC licensed vets 

The measure to use ORC 

licensed vets was prompted by ongoing 

concern in the racing community 

about the numbers of positive tests 

and the use of non-therapeutic medications 

in racehorses. It is believed 

that properly ORC licensed veterinarians 

are much more likely to utilize 

or prescribe medications which 

are of benefit only to the health and 

welfare of the racehorse. 

Trainers may apply to the ORC 

for an exemption from this rule if 

their geographic area is under-serviced 

by ORC licensed equine veterinarians. 

As well, a trainer may use a 

veterinarian not licensed by the ORC 

for the purposes of scheduled surgeries 

or emergency treatment of a 

horse 

Ṫhe health and welfare of the 

horse are of paramount concern to 

the horse racing community. The 

requirement to use a licensed veterinarian 

is just one of a number of 

health, safety and regulatory measures 

that have been implemented to 

protect the health of the horse, ensure 

the safety of the participant, and reinforce 

the integrity of the horse racing 

industry. 

John L. Blakney 

Executive Director 

body with the loosely coiled line, concentrating 

on his sides and hindquarters. Gently 

toss the longe line coil all over his hind 

legs, sides, and rump. Watch his reactions 

carefully and continue doing this until he 

accepts the longe line’s touch and shows 

no sign of anxiety. 

Next, snap only one of the longe 

lines onto the bit. Start with the line on his 

right side. Thread it through the right 

surcingle ring or stirrup and let it extend 

out beyond his hindquarters in a straight 

line. Drop the line and reposition yourself 

to lead him on his left side by gently 

grasping the bridle in your right hand. 

Give him a “cluck” to ask him to move 

forward a few steps. Ask him to “whoa,” 

and evaluate his reaction to the line dragging 

behind him. Try a few more steps 

forward. If he shows acceptance, make a 

gradual turn to the left so that the longe 

line touches his right hind leg as it drags 

behind him. 

If the horse shows some fear at this 

point, remove the line, reposition him so 

he is between you and a fence, and try 

again. The fence will help to keep him 

straight and give him more confidence. If 

the movement of the lines still upsets him, 

go back a few steps to sacking him out 

with the line until you get his acceptance. 

If he does not move when you are sacking 

him out or dragging the lines behind him, 

it means that he is accepting what you are 

teaching him. 

When he accepts the feel of a single 

line, attach the second line to the bridle 

and thread it through the other surcingle 

ring or stirrup. Extend both lines behind 

him, and lead him a few steps forward. 

Add gradual turns to the right and the left 

so he gets the feel of both lines on his 

hind legs. If he shows any sign of concern, 

back up a few steps in this training 

progression until he accepts the sight, 

sound, and touch of the line. Be sure to 

praise any progress he makes! 

You can learn more about ground 

driving and how it can help you take the 

next step in training your horse with my 

Longevity Training Visual Series Part 6, 

“Ground Driving.” It is available with 

other fine Palm Partnership Training 

products at www.lynnpalm.com. 

Oxer Stables Standardbred 

Horse Show 

On June 30th in Milton, Ontario 23 

horse and rider/driver combinations 

braved the weather to compete at the Oxer 

Stables Standardbred Horse Show. This 

show was the first in the Ontario Standardbred 

Show Series 2009. 

20 classes in total offered a wide 

range to show the versatility of the Standardbred. 

These included dressage classes, 

jumping, driving, games and pleasure 

classes. The horses were magnificent 

through out the entire day showing that 

nothing stops a Standardbred from putting 

forward its best effort at all times! 

The next show in the series will be 

on August 2 at Grand River Raceway. For 

entry forms, information and to see the 

You're Invited to 

Lynden Animal Clinic’s 

5th Annual Open House 

September 12, 2009 

From 9:00 am to 1:00 pm 

Join us for demonstrations, contests, raffles 

and refreshments. Have your pets picture taken 

by professional photographer Vic Jormakka. 

All proceeds from this event go to benefit the 

NANA KISKA MEMORIAL FOUNDATION for 

CANINE AND FELINE CANCER RESEARCH 

at Guelph University. 

Lynden 

Animal Clinic 

847 Lynden Rd., Lynden, Ont. 

(519) 647-3921 

www.lyndenanimalclinic.com 

Serving you for over 53 years! 

results of the show please check out 

www.standardbredshowcase.com. 22 

Classes will be offered as well as a trade 

show, various fun activities and demonstrations 

at the lunch break. Class sponsorships 

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Top 10 Finishes for Strasser and 

Quantum Tyme at Achleiten CDI 3* 

Ottawa, Ontario—Canadian Olympian Evi 

Strasser earned admirable results at the CDI 

3* Achleiten, held June 11–14, 2009, in Austria. 

Strasser, from Sainte-Adèle, QC, contested 

the Grand Prix qualifier for Freestyle 

class paired with her longtime partner Quantum 

Tyme, a 14-year-old Oldenburg gelding 

(Quattro x Argentinius). 

They started the competition in the 

Grand Prix class obtaining an eighth place 

finish with a score of 64.600% before moving 

to the Grand Prix Freestyle where a score 

of 68.250% was achieved for another solid 

sixth place finish. 

In the Grand Prix qualifier for Special, 

Strasser rode her young up-and-coming international 

horse Action Tyme, a nine-year-old 

Oldenburg stallion (Aktuell x Aleksander), to 

a 12th place finish. The duo then went on to 

finish in 11th place in the Grand Prix Special. 

“I am very thrilled with Action Tyme,” 

said Strasser. “This was his first Grand Prix 

test. We made some mistakes, but his piaffe 

passage tour was fantastic.” 

The international judging panel at the 

FEI competition included Ghislain Fouarge 

(FEI O— NED), Katrina Wuest (FEI O— 

GER), Elisabeth Koffmahn (FEI x— AUT), 

Victoire Mandl (FEI I— AUT) and Ann 

Gribbons (FEI O—USA). 

About Dressage Canada 

Dressage Canada, as a committee of 

Equine Canada, is the National governing 

body for Dressage in Canada. Dressage 

Canada’s objective is to foster the growth of 

Dressage and the pursuit of excellence in the 

sport at the local, national and international 

levels. Dressage Canada provides support 

and guidance to both amateur and professional 

through the following programs: coaching 

education and programs, officials’ education 

and programs, rules & qualifying criteria, 

sport development, publications & awards. 

For more information about Dressage Canada, 

please visit the Dressage section of the 

Equine Canada site. 


Equine Canada is a member-based association 

that represents, promotes and services 

Canada’s equine community and industry. Its 

core areas of activity involve sport, equine 

health and welfare, education and safety, 

governance and marketing, representation 

and communication. Equine Canada is recognized 

by Sport Canada, Agriculture and 

Agri-Food Canada, the International Equestrian 

Federation (FEI), the Canadian Olympic 

Committee and Canadian Coaching Association 

of Canada as the national organization 

representing equestrian sport and equine 

interests in Canada. For more information 

about Equine Canada, please visit 


What’s Cooking at 

REACH 

Clinton, ON – June 18, 2009 – The Regional Equine & 

Agricultural Centre of Huron (REACH) is adding another 

ingredient to its recipe for success – a partnership with 

Georgian College to host part of its Food Service Worker 

(FSW) Program. Preparing students to work in the food and 

beverage industry, the program will take advantage of 

REACH’s state-of-the-art community kitchen, which is 

available for both commercial and institutional use, as well 

as a catering facility for the Centre. 

“We’re very excited to be part of Georgian College’s 

future success,” explains Melanie Prosser, REACH’s Director 

of Program Services. “We’ve built our facilities to be the 

best in Ontario, and we’re sure the students will receive a 

great learning experience.” 

No stranger to partnering with academia, REACH has 

already established programs with the district school boards 

in Huron and Perth Counties, as well as the University of 

Guelph and Olds College at the post-secondary level. 

“The choice of where to host this part of the FSW program 

was easy,” said Barb Carriere, Manager of Continuing 

Education at Georgian College in Owen Sound, Ontario. 

“REACH’s setup is simply amazing, and the cutting-edge 

equipment will give our students a superior hands-on understanding 

of institutional food preparation.” 

Carriere added that the FSW program is supported by 

HealthKick. Located at the Huron East Health Centre in 

Seaforth, HealthKick’s initiatives include providing assistance 

in educating youth about careers in rural healthcare, 

and access to localized training in healthcare related programs 

ṘEACH is located in Clinton, Ontario, with facilities 

that include an Olympic-sized, indoor arena, warm-up 

arena, two over-sized outdoor show rings, and facilities for 

show stabling and RV parking. The facilities are also home 

to a full educational facility with high-tech classrooms, 

dorm rooms and a community kitchen. For further information, 

please visit www.ReachHuron.ca. 

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as a “motel for education”, offering innovative programming, 

as well as recreational activities, to support the 

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About the Canadian Equestrian Team 

The Canadian Equestrian Team, a committee of Equine 

Canada, is responsible for developing, selecting and training 

all international teams in the eight equestrian disciplines recognized 

by the Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI). 

These eight include the three Olympic disciplines of dressage, 

show jumping and three day eventing, as well as driving, 

endurance, para-equestrian, reining and vaulting. The 

next stop for the Canadian Equestrian Team is the Alltech 

FEI 2010 World Equestrian Games, which are the world 

championships for all eight equestrian disciplines. Held 

every four years, this will be the first time that the event will 

be held outside of Europe at Kentucky Horse Park from 

September 25 to October 10, 2010.

Recently I had the privilege 

of attending some great 

dressage clinics and a reining 

show. Whatever our discipline, 

we seek to guide our horses with 

minimal interference to their 

mouths. It’s really almost as if 

we should be able to guide our 

horses without the hands at all. 

Some of those amazing demonstrations 

of bridleless reining 

and dressage come to mind. (If 

you haven’t seen them, do a 

search on bridleless riding on 

YouTube, or look up Stacey 

Westfall or ‘dressage artistique’). 

Yet, our hands and hand 

aids are not only top of mind a 

lot of the time, but also the first 

aid we apply. We humans are so 

handy! 

It just seems to be human 

nature to use the hand first, or 

dominantly for almost any task. 

Really, our horse’s mouth is the 

smallest part, and the last part of 

him to engage in a movement. I 

often say that ‘strong shoulders 

equals soft hands’ because a 

rider that can engage their 

shoulders and back effectively, 

does not need to grip with the 

hands 

Ṫhe first aid the horse feels 

is the seat. Our upper back and 

shoulders are separated from the 

seat by our torso. Using an idea 

from the late Sally Swift, we can 

see our bodies like a little tower 

of building blocks. The base is 

our seat. To have an effect higher 

up the tower, we need to take 

care of what’s going on at the 

base. The tendency instead is 

Fitness Tips for Riders 

Riding with lighter hands 

often to compensate for lack of 

stability or control in the seat, 

torso and shoulders, with tightening 

hands. Tight hands create 

hard mouths. 

Often we see down transitions 

or half halts performed by 

the rider clenching their hands 

or tightening their bicep when in 

reality down transitions or half 

halts should start with the seat 

which controls the horse’s back. 

They require engagement of the 

rider’s core. Core is much more 

than abdominals. Core in sport 

conditioning refers to all the 

muscles involved in torso stability 

from your hip socket to your 

neck. You can think of it as all 

the muscles surrounding your 

middle. In two-point riding, 

torso stability is critical to balance, 

particularly over fences. 

In seated riding, it is critical to 

effective and safe posture. 

The shoulder strength is 

required when the horse pulls, or 

in situations like riding fences 

cross-country. 

Those upper back and 

shoulder muscles might be able 

to help keep you from gripping 

with your arms, but your upper 

body would still have a tendency 

to shoot forward in a down 

transition, half halt or sudden 

demand situation if you did not 

support them with a properly 

engaged low back/ab muscle 

group, and middle back. 

Lack of core (abdominal 

and back) will make it difficult 

to engage your shoulders rather 

than clenching your hands. 

That’s because your shoulders 

are further up that stack of 

building blocks. When the area 

they ‘anchor’ to is weak, they 

have little stability. They have 

no contact or connection with 

anything solid. You need that 

connection there. Think of your 

torso as a bridge between your 

limbs and everything you’re trying 

to do with them. So, pick 

your favourite upbeat song and 

do some abs, back and shoulder 

work for a few minutes several 

times a week. 

Three great exercises that 

get at several relevant muscle 

groups simultaneously are the 

bicycle crunch, back extension 

with weights, and lateral raise. 

Do enough to feel you’ve done 

some work (can’t do many 

more), and then give your muscles 

about 48 hours to recover 

before doing your routine again. 

You can build strength with a 

minimum of two training sessions 

a week. Once a week is 

not enough. Because your horse 

is roughly 1000lbs of livestock 

on the hoof and velocity increases 

pounds of pressure, it’s 

important to do strength training 

at a greater weight load than you 

would expect to face in riding 

normally, so that you are better 

prepared for unexpected situations. 

Consistency is worth much 

more than fits and starts or 

weekend warriorism. No matter 

how old you are, or what conditions 

you have, you can improve 

from where you are at if you are 

as persistent and planned as you 

are with your horse’s training 

program. 

If you’re really into the fitness 

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WC 2009 

The World Championships for Icelandic 

Horses will take place August 3-9, 2009 in Brunnadern 

(Switzerland), in an area surrounded by 

mountains. All 18 member associations of FEIF 

confirmed their participation! 

Canada will be represented by two young 

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the old farmhouse. 

In the evening, some of the 

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never-ending telling of horse stories! 

I guess we shall repeat this mini-holiday 

again in the fall. All ages can 

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Canadians Rochelle Kilberg and 

Simone Williams Win Team 

Bronze at the 2009 Sydney 

CDI3* Invitational in Australia 

Ottawa, Ontario—Rochelle Kilberg of 

Surrey, BC, and Simone Williams of 

Navan, ON, won the team bronze medal at 

the Sydney CDI 3*/CDI–Y International 

Dressage Derby being held in Sydney, 

Australia, May 7–9, 2009. The event, 

hosted at the Sydney International Equestrian 

Centre at Horsley Park, site of the 

2000 Olympic Games, is the only CDI3* 

held in Australia each year. 

Due to Australian’s strict quarantine 

requirements and the high cost of air transportation, 

the organizing committee invited 

owners to loan their Prix St 

Georges/Intermediaire I level horses to the 

visiting international riders. At the competition, 

all riders started on equal terms, 

drawing the name of the horse they competed 

on out of a hat. 

In the first class, the Gow Gates 

International Prix St Georges, Kilberg 

rode Rachel Hunter’s 12-year-old Australian 

Warmblood gelding, Jaybee 

Archer, to an 18th place finish. Williams 

rode Colonial Hot and Handsome, a 12- 

year-old Appaloosa gelding owned by 

Diane Stanley, to 26th place overall. 

“The competition was fantastic. 

What a great experience,” said Kilberg. 

“The show was superbly organized. All 

the foreign riders were well taken care of 

throughout our stay. The Australian riders 

and people were all very friendly and 

treated us very well.” 

Both riders then moved on to the 

Need for Steeds Intermediaire I class 

where Kilberg and Jaybee Archer finished 

in 15th place. Williams and Colonial Hot 

and Handsome were 28th overall. 

Kilberg and Williams then drew new 

mounts to compete in the NSW Sport & 

Recreation International Prix St Georges 

Derby. Kilberg, riding Pinnamurra Ricardo, 

Maxine Cummings’ 14-year-old 

Palomino gelding, finished in fifth place. 

Williams was close behind in seventh 

place riding Argentille Shamada, an 18- 

year-old Australian Warmblood gelding 

owned by Marina and Sylvia Douglas. 

“As one of the tallest riders of in the 

Derby, I drew a 15.2hh palomino named 

Pinnamurra Ricardo to ride,” said Kilberg. 

“He was wonderful as he did a perfect 

Prix St Georges test. Due to his size he 

didn’t have warmblood movement which 

made it difficult to be competitive among 

the bigger horses and we placed an honorable 

fifth.” 

The combined scores of Kilberg and 

Williams totaled 121.000, earning them 

the team bronze medal. The gold medal 

went to the host country, Australia, with a 

score of 128.526, and silver was awarded 

to Japan (124.105). Fourth place went to 

Great Britain with a score of 120.316. 

“I had a fantastic time competing at 

the Sydney CDI. The organization was top 

notch, every detail was taken care of, and I 

would like to acknowledge and thank all 

the volunteers that made this competition 

possible,” said Williams. “Rochelle Kilberg 

and I had good rides on our horses 

and finished third over all. The greatest 

thing about the competition was the wonderful 

people we met who made the experience 

so richly rewarding.” 

Complete results for CDI3* Sydney 

Invitational are found at www.dressagensw.com.au/Page=14599. 

The international judging panel at the 

Sydney CDI 3* included President of the 

Ground Jury, Maribel Alonso Quinzanos 

(MEX) and Members Andrew Gardner 

(GBR), Janine Rohr-Cicurel (ARG), 

Chang-Kyoo Yang (KOR), Alison King 

(HKG), Helen Hughes-Keen (NZL), Mary 

Seefried (AUS), Susan Hoevenaars 

(AUS), Jill Cobcroft (AUS), Virginia 

Creed (AUS), Maria Schwennesen (AUS), 

Ricky McMillan (AUS) 

Canada has had great results in the 

past at this event. It allows many up-andcoming 

elite athletes to get a taste of international 

competition abroad while showing 

their versatility riding unfamiliar horses. 



Equine Canada, is the National governing 

body for Dressage in Canada. Dressage 

Canada’s objective is to foster the growth 

of Dressage and the pursuit of excellence 

in the sport at the local, national and international 

levels. Dressage Canada provides 

support and guidance to both amateur and 

professional through the following programs: 

coaching education and programs, 

officials’ education and programs, rules & 

qualifying criteria, sport development, 

publications & awards. For more information 

about Dressage Canada, please visit 

the Dressage section of the Equine Canada 

site. 


Equine Canada is a member-based 

association that represents, promotes and 

services Canada’s equine community and 

industry. Its core areas of activity involve 

sport, equine health and welfare, education 

and safety, governance and marketing, 

representation and communication. Equine 

Canada is recognized by Sport Canada, 

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, the 

International Equestrian 

Federation (FEI), the 

Canadian Olympic Committee 

and Canadian 

Coaching Association of 

Canada as the national 

organization representing 

equestrian sport and 

equine interests in Canada. 


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Call for Nominations 2010 

Dressage Canada Board Election 

Ottawa, ON—The 2010 Dressage Canada Board election 

gets underway, with the call for nominations, starting on 

July 3 and continuing until July 24, 2009. 

The Dressage Canada Board (DCB) develops and 

manages its programs through a number of technical 

committees. The objectives of Dressage Canada are to 

foster the growth of dressage and the pursuit of excellence 

in the sport at the local, national and international 

levels. The DCB consists of seven elected members, six 

directors-at-large elected from the senior affiliates of 

Dressage Canada and one athlete representative elected 

by their peers through the Dressage Canada Athletes’ 

Council. A minimum of two director-at-large positions 

are opened each year. 

The DCB currently has the following Director-at- 

Large positions to fill 

Position/ Name/ Status 

Director–at–Large, Elizabeth McMullen, Not eligible for 

re-election 

Director–at–Large, Claire Milton, Eligible for re-election 

Director-at-Large, Sue Rothgeb, Eligible for re-election 

Director-at-Large, Vacant 

Interested nominees must submit a biography (photo 

optional) along with the nomination endorsement form, 

available at www.equinecanada.ca/dressage, to Equine 

Canada, C/O Christine Peters, Manager Dressage, 2685 


Queensview Drive, Suite 100, Ottawa, ON, K2B 8K2, 

fax: (613) 248-3484, e-mail: cpeters@equinecanada.ca 

by the deadline of July 24, 2009. The 2010 DCB takes 

office January 1, 2010. All DCB members must be current 

affiliates in good standing with both Dressage Canada 

and Equine Canada. 

Dressage Canada senior affiliates are encouraged to 

play an active role in deciding the individuals that will 

shape the future of Dressage in Canada by voting. Nominee 

biographies and ballot packages will be mailed by 

August 21, 2009 to all current senior Dressage Canada 

affiliates in good standing as of the Call for Nominations 

date of July 3, 2009. Ballots must be returned and 

received at the address indicated on the ballot by the 

deadline of October 23, 2009. The results of the election 

will be announced by Dressage Canada during the 2009 

Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. 


For more information about Dressage Canada, 

please visit the Dressage section of the Equine Canada 

site. 




Ontario Breeders Salute Their 2008 Champions 

Rexdale, ON – June 17, 2009 – The Canadian Thoroughbred 

Horse Society (Ontario Division) honoured the 

Ontario-Bred champions of 2008 at their 27th Annual 

Awards, which took place on Friday, June 12th at the 

Lionhead Golf & Country Club in Brampton, Ontario. 

The event honoured Adena Springs as Breeder of 

the Year and the late Morgan Firestone as the recipient of 

this year’s Blood-Horse Mint Julep Cup. Other highlights 

included the presentation of 22 photo awards to the 

Ontario breeders of Historical Grade 1 Canadian or Open 

Graded Stakes winners, as well as 69 awards in the form 

of handcrafted glass goblets presented to the Ontario- 

Bred Stakes winners of 2008. 

Awards were also presented to four stallions 

based on their 2008 earnings of eligible 

progeny, with 1st place presented to Bold 

Executive, 2nd place to Trajectory, and 3rd 

place to Bold N’ Flashy. The award for 2008 

Top 1st Crop Ontario Sire was presented to 

Tomahawk. 

Six members were honoured in recognition 

for their 25-year contribution to the 

Thoroughbred breeding industry, while 

Stronach Stables received The Jockey Club 

of Canada Award for 2008 Leading Owner in 

Ontario. 

A silent auction also took place during 

the event in support of the LongRun Thoroughbred 

Retirement Society, which included 

several pieces of fine horse artwork, as well as Stallion 

Seasons generously donated by members and friends of 

the Thoroughbred community. 

The staff and directors of the CTHS would like to 

congratulate the outstanding breeders of 2008, and thank 

the sponsors for their kind contributions, as well as 

everyone who came out to support this event. 

The Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society 

(Ontario Division) is a non-profit organization representing 

breeders within Ontario by promoting Canadian- 

Bred/Ontario-Foaled Thoroughbreds, both nationally and 

around the world. 

Send all your 

news in for the 

next Rider. 

Deadline is 

July 21st!


Own a Piece of the Action – Take Part in the 2009 CTHS Syndicate 

Rexdale, ON – June 12, 2009 – A limited number of spaces are still 

available for the 2009 CTHS New Owner Syndicate program, 

which is being offered through the Canadian Thoroughbred Horse 

Society (Ontario Division). 

Sponsored by the CTHS, the syndicate program has been 

formed to assist those wishing to make only a 10% investment into 

a racehorse, but receive 100% input from an experienced mentor 

and trainer. Since the program began in 2006, three groups of ten 

owners have been introduced to the thrills of horse racing. Several 

have since gone on and partnered with other syndicate members to 

form additional syndicates. 

“This program was developed to provide new owners with a 

comfortable introduction to racehorse ownership without the risk of 

going on their own,” said Julie Coulter, General Manager of the 

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trainer who know the business and are able to pass that knowledge 

onto the syndicate members. As the group gets to know each other, 

it becomes a regular social event as well.” 

With $20.9 million currently available through Ontario’s 

Horse Improvement Program (HIP), there has never been a better 

time to invest in a Registered Ontario-Bred/Ontario-Sired Thoroughbred 

racehorse in Ontario. 

For more information on how you too can take part 

in the CTHS New Owner Syndicate program and experience 

“100% of the thrills for only 10% of the bills,” 

please contact the CTHS at 416-675-3602 or visit 

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The Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society 

(Ontario Division) is a non-profit organization representing 

breeders within Ontario by promoting Canadian- 

Bred/Ontario-Foaled Thoroughbreds, both nationally and 

around the world. 

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Committed to youth, the OEF offers a minimum of 

five bursaries annually to Junior OEF members wishing 

to pursue an equine career and/or further their competitive 

goals. The recipients are awarded the prestigious 

OEF Bursaries based on their current involvement with 

horses and their future goals, as well as letters of recommendation 

from their respective coaches. Family 

resources and academic achievements are also considered. 

The $1,000 OEF Bursaries go towards riding 

lessons, training, competition fees, continuing education, 

or other activities that will assist the recipients in reaching 

their equestrian objectives for 2010. 

DO NOT MISS OUT ON THIS OPPORTUNITY!! 

If you will be between 14 yrs old – 17 yrs old (as of January 

1, 2010) and attending a high school in Ontario in 

2009 you are eligible to apply.

America’s most trusted 

horseman, Josh Lyons, 

will be speaking at the 

2009 OEF Annual Conference! 

Since 1997, Josh bas 

been in high demand conducting 

clinics, travelling 

to various shows and managing 

the “John and Josh 

Lyons Certification Program” 

and the OEF is very 

pleased that he has agreed 

to speak at the Conference. 

Josh’s certification program 

is one of the most 

sought after and reputable 

equine educational schools 

in the world and he has 

appeared at all the major 

horse expos including 

Equus America, Equine 

Affaire, and Equitana. In 

2002, Josh won the “In a 

Whisper” challenge competing 

against Pat Parelli 

and Craig Cameron. He has 

developed his own equine 

Ottawa, ON—Phil Wright of Salmon 

Arm, BC, secured three top-five performances 

in the Grade IV classes at 

the Lamplight International Para- 

Dressage CPEDI 3*, held at the 

Lamplight Equestrian Center, May 

15–17, 2009, in Wayne, IL. 

Wright riding Nathan, a 14- 

year-old Dutch Warmblood gelding 

sired by Cabochon and owned by 

Isabel Reinertson, finished fifth in 

the Grand IV Team Test with a score 

of 59.286%. The following day, 

Wright and Nathan scored a 60.860% 

in the Grade IV Individual Test, for a 

third place finish. In the Grade IV 

Freestyle Test, held on the last day of 

the competition, Wright and Nathan 

earned a score of 65.909% to claim 

fourth place. 

“Despite the inclement weather 

conditions, my team of Alice Beatty, 

Jan Jollymour and Nathan met the 

challenges and had a wonderful 

show,” said Wright, who represented 

Canada at the 2007 World Para- 

Dressage Championships. “One 

memorable incident during the show 

was when I was in the ring, in the 

middle of my test, an announcement 

came over the speakers that all riders 

were to dismount and return to the 

barns — except for the competitor in 

the ring who is to complete his test.” 

In July, Wright will be a member 

of the Canadian team at the International 

Para-Dressage CPEDI 

3*being held in Hartpury, UK, and 

also plans to represent Canada at the 

upcoming Windreach CPEDI 3* 

being held near Toronto, ON, in May 

2010 

Ṫhe international judging panel 

officiating at the Lamplight International 

Para-Dressage CPEDI3* 

included Carlos Lopes (FEI O— 

POR), Kjell Myhre (FEI I—NOR) 

and Hanneke Gerritsen (FEI O— 

NED). 

educational products, 

appeared on RFD-TV, and 

written articles for numerous 

horse publications. 

Whether Josh is behind the 

barrier in a roping box or 

changing leads in a reining 

pattern, he demonstrates 

confidence, knowledge and 

style with a contagious 

smile. It is through his dedicated 

years of work that 

Josh Lyons has become 

one of the most talented 

horse trainers and clinicians 

in the world. Josh 

will be presenting a half 

day session on Saturday 

November 28, 2009. 

This year, the theme 

of Conference is “Get Connected” 

and the program 

will offer speakers and sessions 

that will teach horse 

lovers how to connect in 

About the Para-Equestrian Discipline 

In Para-Equestrian, each rider is 

classified according to his or her 

functional ability. They are assessed 

by trained physiotherapists and doctors 

who evaluate either muscle 

strength, coordination, or a combination 

thereof throughout the athlete’s 

body. The rider is then given a functional 

profile that indicates the grade 

in which they can compete. There are 

five grades of competitions in dressage, 

with Grade IA representing the 

more severely impaired riders, and 

this sport – riders to horses, 

horses to riders, English to 

Western, coach to student, 

etc. Session topics will 

benefit all disciplines and 

interests. 

Once again, the Conference 

will kick off with 

the free Friday Night 

Opening Bash, but with a 

twist this year! The OEF 

will be offering participants 

the opportunity to have one 

on one time with a variety 

of horse experts from 

diverse backgrounds to get 

advice on their riding and 

tips for their horses, but 

there is a catch! Using the 

“speed dating” format, you 

will only have two minutes 

with each expert to get 

answers to your questions. 

In addition to the Ask the 

Expert event, the Bash will 

also offer refreshments, the 

Conference Trade Show, 

and an excellent opportunity 

to network with other 

horse enthusiasts. The Friday 

Night Bash is free for 

all to attend! 

The 2009 Conference 

promises to be a fantastic 

educational and networking 

opportunity, making it, 

once again, “The Equine 

Educational Event for 

Grade IV representing the least 

severely impaired riders. The competition 

within each grade is judged on 

the functional skill of the rider, and 

not the level of disability. 

About Para-Equestrian Canada 

Para-Equestrian Canada is the 

discipline committee of Equine 

Canada that is responsible for developing 

and implementing programs 

on behalf of the Para-Equestrian 

community and administrating the 

high performance program for dressage 

riders with a disability. For 

additional information regarding 

Para Equestrian Canada please visit 

www.equinecanada.ca/para-equestrian. 


Equine Canada is a memberbased 

association that represents, 

promotes and services Canada’s 

equine community and industry. Its 

core areas of activity involve sport, 

equine health and welfare, education 


representation and communication. 

Equine Canada is recognized by 

Sport Canada, Agriculture and Agri- 

Food Canada, the International 

Equestrian Federation (FEI), the 

Canadian Olympic Committee and 

Canadian Coaching Association of 

Canada as the national organization 

representing equestrian sport and 

equine interests in Canada. For more 

information about Equine Canada, 


Everyone!” The 2009 

Conference is scheduled to 

take place the weekend of 

November 27-29, 2009 at 

the Delta Meadowvale 

Resort and Conference 

Centre in Mississauga. 

Please 

visit 

THE RIDER JULY 2009 / 47 

Josh Lyons to Attend OEF Annual Conference! 

Philip Wright Achieves Success at Lamplight 

International Para-Dressage CPEDI 3* 

“ Phil Wright of Salmon Arm, BC, 

secured three top-five performances 

in the Grade IV classes at the Lamplight 

International Para-Dressage 

CPEDI 3*, held at the Lamplight 

Equestrian Center, May 15–17, 

2009, in Wayne, IL.” 

Photo Credit— Phelps Photos 

Email: info@intercityinsurance.com 

www.horse.on.ca for a 

copy of the preliminary 

conference program.

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50/ THE RIDER JULY 2009 

Does Someone You Know Deserve 

Special Recognition 

Ontario Equestrian Federation Annual Awards 

Nominations are being sought for each of these prestigious 

awards. 

Yvonne Collard Award … awarded to an Adult member of the 

OEF who has made an outstanding contribution of time and effort 

to Ontario equestrian sport, recreation, industry and/or equine 

welfare, in memory of Yvonne Collard who devoted a great deal 

of energy as an OEF Director and Official to further the sport 

Cassie Bonnar Award … presented to a Junior member of the 

OEF who has made an outstanding contribution of time and effort 

to Ontario equestrian sport, recreation, industry and/or equine 

welfare, in memory of Cassie Bonnar who, despite a courageous 

battle with cancer to which she succumbed at a young age, exemplified 

the qualities of a great young humanitarian by always 

being willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need 

OEF Volunteer of the Year Award … given to an OEF member 

who has made an outstanding contribution of time and effort 

on behalf of the Ontario Equestrian Federation. The recipient of 

this award will be put forth as the OEF nomination for the EC 

Volunteer of the Year Award 

OEF Sponsor of the Year Award … presented to an individual 

or corporation making a very special sponsorship gift to support 

equestrian activity. The gift may be cash, product or service of 

any kind. To be considered, the gift must make possible some 

form of equestrian activity which otherwise might not take place 

Sandra Sillcox of the Year Award … awarded to an official 

who is deemed to have enhanced or improved competition activity 

through their judgment, tact and effectiveness 

OEF Media of the Year Award … awarded to the media outlet, 

which provides the best piece (print or electronic) about an 

equestrian activity in the period from October 1 of the previous 

year to September 30 of the current year 

OEF Coach of the Year Award … awarded to the Equine Canada 

certified Active coach whose dedication and skill has touched 

both human and equine athletes; who demonstrates appreciation 

for a positive influence toward the discipline’s participants, 

shares knowledge and insight about the discipline with his/her 

students; believes in and practices ethical conduct in the barn, the 

arena and at a competition; has positive enthusiasm and dedication 

for the discipline; demonstrates coaching ability through the 

success of his/her students in the discipline; and promotes all 

equine matters in which he/she believes 

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approach to conserving the environment. 

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Last issue, we discussed 4 tips for planning 

for emergencies, water, food and trailer 

footing for the comfort and safety of your 

horse while you transport him on your horseback 

holiday. 

Tip number five is a really cool idea. 

Yes, pun intended. Think about how you 

cool off in the summer heat, think fans and 

ventilation. Before you leave, open all the 

trailer’s windows so that the wind blows 

right through. If your horse likes the wind, 

tie him close enough that he can reach the 

window but far enough away that he can 

avoid the sensation when he chooses. If 

available, you can install a small contained 

fan up high which helps to move the air 

around as well. The breeze will help the 

sweat evaporate quickly from the horse’s 

skin. He will feel much more comfortable 

and may even enjoy watching out the window. 

The sixth tip is to leave earlier 

in the day so that you have reached 

your destination by the time the 

worst heat arrives in the afternoon. 

If your destination is further than 

this, you can take a break in the 

afternoon and then continue your 

traveling once the temperature has 

dropped in the late afternoon. You 

should get a few more hours in 

before you stop for the night. Actually 

doing your driving during the 

night instead, may be a way for you 

night hawks to prevent trailering 

horses during the hot day. You 

may also avoid heavy traffic which 

is often more troublesome during 

daylight hours. Just make 

sure you have a travel 

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awake. Remember, the 

secret is windows down, 

radio volume up. 

The seventh tip can 

make or break your dream 

trip. You need to plan lots 

of stops along life’s highway! 

Anyone who has 

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knows how tiring it can be 

for driver and passengers 

alike. So imagine the 

physical demands of balancing 

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making extra stops is crucial. 

Several times a 

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and relax. Both horses 

and humans will appreciate 

this opportunity to 

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should actually be in the 

first half hour just to 

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Holidays 

Part 2 of 2 

also watch for places where transport trucks 

are stopped. This tells you that your rig will 

be able to get in and out. Friends may also 

be able to direct you to stops along your 

route that will be appropriate for your horse 

and you may be able to ask the people where 

you will be staying. They may be familiar 

with the road you will be taking. Then, be 

sure to keep a list of these spots for the next 

time you head in that direction with your 

horse. 

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fantastic hacking. Quality 

care and consistent handling 

with over 20 years experience. 

Wonderful hay & feed 

program, abundant water, 

excellent grass paddocks, 

happy horses & affordable 

rates! All riders/disciplines 

welcome. Please visit our 

website at www.uec.ca or call 

905-852-2932 for more 

details. 

BROKERAGE 

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2009/11 

FARRIERS 

HOOF TRIMMING SERVICE. 

MILO MINIATURE HORSES 

Selling Halter/Performance 

Quality AMHR Horses. Lori 

Rafter (905) 772-3052. 

2009/07 

SADDLES 

16" BAILEY WORKING/ 

PLEASURE SADDLE for 

sale, 2002 F 350 4x4 diesel, 

crew cab dually, new transmission, 

alternator, rear 

brakes batteries. Barrel Horses 

For sale. Visit www.reliablebarrelhorses.com. 

Call 

Sephanie 519 466 5682. 

SAWING 

CUSTOM SAWING. Fence 

boards and post. Oak and 

Pine. No job too big or small. 

Serving anywhere in Ontario. 

Delivery available. Call (513) 

324-5871. J 

TRAILERS 

1996 MCBRIDE 3 HORSE 

GN TRAILER. (705) 437- 

2276, email: freshwaterfarm@interhop.net 

WEBSITE DESIGN 

EQUESTRIAN WEBSITE 

DESIGN. Photography by 

Leslie Towne, web design by 

Janet Grant and writing by 

Cathy Foyston. Websites for 

Horse People by Horse People. 

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Horses for Sale at Equus 3D 

Lucky - black 12h pony gelding, mid-teens, done pony 

club, lessons, pony parties - w/t/c, small courses, mild 

heaves, sound, $700 obo; Aggy -1993 16h, chestnut TB 

Gelding, schoolmaster, training level eventing, 2nd 

Level Dressage, used for intermediate riders in school 

$4000 obo; Ripley- 2005 16.1, Belgian X Gelding, wonderful 

temperament for an amateur rider, w/t/c in frame, 

started to jump $5500; Arragon - 2008,15+h, Hano X 

colt, sport horse prospect, very correct conformation, 

very good movement, boots, blankets, trailers $4500; 

Akita 9yo black TB Mare, 16.2h, shown dressage & 

hunter; Dreitag Japaloupe - 2005, American Warmblood 

Inspection Canadian Horse of the Year (2008), 

been to one silver dressage show, placed training level, 

jumping small courses, great form and gaits - suitable 

"A" hunter, dressage. For pictures and more information 

visit our website: www.equus3dfarm.com, or contact 

MH Lessard: 519-940-0048. 

2009 16Ft Stock Combo 

Has centre gate 

making 2 box 

stalls and full rear 

Gate. Large Plexi 

side 

windows. White 

Aluminum 

Construction. 

Extra Sharp. SALE PRICE $12,995 

Fletcher’s HORSE WORLD 

Waterford, On • 519-443-7333 

www.fletchershorseworld.com 

MORGAN HORSE HOTLINE 

The Ontario Morgan Horse Hotline Sales List; a great place to find 

or sell your Morgan! The website is updated on a regular basis 

and we have sold Morgans from the hotline all across Canada 

and Internationally. Please visit www.ontariomorgan.on.ca to 

view the hotline. For more info on the Ontario Morgan Horse Club 

or the hotline please call Nancy/Brian Kavanagh at 905-985-0691 

or brian@cyanstarmorgans.com 09/2009 

PASO FINO HORSES 

Back, hip or knee problems 

Try a Paso Fino. 

Small breed - BIG SMOOTH ride! 

www.artworkspasofinos.com 

613-646-2890

1 

Brooklin Spring 

Fair, June 24, 2009 


1/ Helen Paine 

2/ Frances Urhan and Jay Jepson 

3/ Lisa and Brian Foster with adopted Standardbred Jiff 

4/ Ray Morton and Alison Plumtree 

5/ Ann Marie and Stewart Anderson 

6/ Mike and Aileen Gibbs with Jack 

7/ Katherine Wilcox and Boomer 

2 

3 

4 

5 

6 

7 

All About Horses, Lindsay, June 6-7, 2009 

1 2 

3 

4 

5 

1/ Caroline Thornton and Bob Thomas of 

the Ganaraska Forest Horse Club 

2/ Kate Romanenko, Sarah Johnson, 

Chantelle Barrett and Moxie the Dog. 

3/ Beth and Barry Lamoure of the Ontario 

Competitive Trail Riders Association 

4/ Doug Campbell and Dista Gougen at the 

Equine Choice Probiotics booth. 

5/ Julie Sutor and Cathy Gillyat of Lasting 

Memories Pet Memorials. 

Photos by The Rider. 

Canadian Eventing Committee 

Announces Competition Funding 

for Burghley and Blenheim 

Ottawa, Ontario—Canadian Eventing 

Committee is pleased to announce a support 

program for riders to compete in 

three and four star events in Great Britain 

this fall. 

The Canadian Eventing Committee 

and its High Performance Committee 

(HPC) are pleased to announce the availability 

of support grants for those riders 

interested in competing at Burghley CCI 

4*, which is held at Burghley Park, Stamford, 

Lincolnshire, GBR, Sept 3–6, or 

Blenheim CCI 3*, held in Woodstock, 

Oxfordshire, GBR, Sept 9–13, in the fall 

of 2009. 

The grants are offered to help offset 

some of the expenses of the trip, but will 

not cover all of the costs that will be 

incurred. David O’Connor, International 

Technical Advisor, and Dr. Christiana 

Ober, Team Veterinarian, will provide 

support for those attending at each competition. 

Interested applicants of theses grants 

must submit their declarations to compete 

to the Manager Eventing at Equine Canada. 

A declaration to compete at either of 

these competitions will be considered as 

an application for a Support Grant. These 

declarations must be received no later 

than June 15, 2009. 

The HPC Selection Committee will 

review the applications and reward grants 

using the factors contained in the criteria 

for the 2008 Olympic Games as their 

guideline. The support grants are primarily 

available to those horse/rider combinations 

who have successfully received a 

qualifying results at a CCI 4* or CCI 3* 

three day events during the spring of 2009 

or the fall of 2008. 

There will be a maximum number of 

five grants awarded, and their value will 

be between $6,000 and $8,000. 

It is anticipated that decision will be 

announced following the CCI Bromont 

Three Day Event, held June 10–14, 2009, 

and before the end of June. 

About Eventing 

The Olympic sport of eventing 

encompasses three separate tests: dressage, 

cross-country, and show jumping 

held consecutively. Each test ridden by 

the rider and horse in combination is 

scored individually but added together for 

the final results. The rider/horse combination 

with the fewest number of penalty 

points over the three phases wins the 

competition. 


Canadian Eventing is the committee 

of Equine Canada responsible for the 

sport of eventing in Canada from the 

grassroots to the international level. The 

Canadian Eventing Committee is comprised 

of 12 members, including two rider 

representatives elected by the Elite Riders 

Association. Directed by the Strategic 

Plan for Eventing, all Eventing activities 

are administered by this committee via six 

sub-committees with the support of an 

eventing manager based at the Equine 

Canada office in Ottawa. For more information 

about Canadian Eventing, visit 

www.equinecanda.ca and select disciplines 

then Eventing. 


Equine Canada is a member-based 

association that represents, promotes and 

services Canada’s equine community and 

industry. Its core areas of activity involve 

sport, equine health and welfare, education 


representation and communication. 

Equine Canada is recognized by Sport 

Canada, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, 

the International Equestrian Federation 

(FEI), the Canadian Olympic Committee 

and Canadian Coaching Association 

of Canada as the national organization 

representing equestrian sport and 

equine interests in Canada. For more 

information about Equine Canada, please 

visit www.equinecanada.ca.


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Grandson of Alada Baskin 

15.2 HH, purebred Arabian, 

Golden Chestnut. Gorgeous with 

personality plus. 2005 US Arabian 

Sport Horse Nat.- Top 10 Stallion 

In-Hand (only Canadian stallion). 

Reg.18 - Reserve Champ 

SH Stallion In-Hand & Top 5 SH 

Stallion In-Hand & Under Saddle. 

Excellent cross for sport-type 

mares. - Ask about our discounts! 

$750 Cdn. + collection fees. LFG. 

* For Sale: 2008 in-utero foal 

out of Selle Francais mare (x 

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and photos at 

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905-560-2581 05/2009 

“It’s all about the class” 

Precision MAF offers the 

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the opportunity to breed to 

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individual, disposition and 

pedigree. Sweepstakes 

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or call Pat at (519)353-7115. 

09/2008 

American Sport Pony 

Beaverwood Farm 

Beaverwoods Juniper is the sire of 

Beaverwoods Sapphire, 2008 

Grand Champion Star Search 

American Sport Pony. 

(519) 833-7169 

www.BeaverwoodFarm.on.ca 

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Canada’s leading breeder of 

sport ponies and Welsh Ponies 

since 1980. Championships in 

FEI driving, A Hunter Ponies, 

Dressage and Pleasure Driving. 

• Leases • Stallion Services 

• Training • Coaching, 

Lessons & Clinics 

Beaverwood Juniper, 

Standing at Stud 

German Riding Pony 

NASPR approved Breeding Stallion 

* 2002 Winner of the pony stallion inspection in 

Mecklenburg - Vorpommem, Germany 

* 2008 Open and Amateur Champion at the 

Ontario Silver Dressage Championships 

* 2008 Fox Run Horse Show 

Sport Pony Champion 

* 2008 RWF, 2nd in Stallion 

Sport Pony class 

Outstanding trot and canter; 

Warmblood movement in 14.1 HH pony size. 

www.poplarlanefarm.ca • 519-442-2849 

TACK SHOPS 

DIRECTORY 

10/2009 

Wicksteed Stable & Tack 

Established 2001 

Offering quality English & Western tack 

and Equipment. Horses boarded. 

Feeders of Blue Seal Feeds since 1991 

Registered AQHA Horses since 1986. 

4-H Equine Club 

Wimpys Secret 

Open 7 days a week 

*Always Showing Support* 

Charlotte Sim 

12173 Hwy #7, Carleton Place, ON K7C 3P1 

(613) 257-0045 

www.wicksteedtack.ca 

Tack Shop Hours: 

Mon. 1pm-5pm • Tues.-Sat. 10am-6pm 

Sun. 1pm-5pm 

Standing F2 stallions 

Maximum Ice and 

Goin Redneck 

Individuals for sale from 

weanling to ready-to-ride 

carrying bloodlines of Bright Eyes 

Brother, Prince Plaudit, Rock Star 

and Goer. Certified John & Josh 

Lyons Trainer available for clinics 

and instruction. Now offering 

weekend retreats on farm for you 

and your horse. 

1714 Flos Road Ten East, 

Elmvale ON L0L 1P0 

705 – 322-0287 

www.newdawnappaloosas.com 

www.kinderhorsemanship.com 

email: wnewdawn@xplornet.com 

02/2009 

Ottawa, Ontario—The Canadian Eventing 

Committee has announced the establishment of 

a Canadian Eventing Hall of Fame. The inaugural 

Gala and Induction ceremony will be 

held on Saturday, November 7, 2009, at the 

Metropolitan Hotel in Toronto, ON. 

The Hall of Fame will recognize horses, 

riders, officials, organizers, sponsors and volunteers 

who have contributed to and made an 

impact on the sport since its inception in Canada. 

Eventing in Canada dates back to the 

early 1950s and at the 1956 Olympic Games, a 

team bronze medal was won by the first eventing 

team fielded by Canada. The team consisted 

of John Rumble on Cilroy, James Elder on 

Colleen and Brian Herbinson aboard Tara. 

Put 

your 

Tack 

Shop 

or 

Feed 

Store 

here! 

Commander 

Redford (Sir) 

2003 AQHA / APHA Blue 

Roan stallion. 82% NFQHA 

Approved. 7x King, 2x 

Man Of War, with size and all 

muscle. Sire: Grand 

champion halter stallion 

Reggie Redford, Sire of 

Superior halter and Superior 

pleasure horses. By the 

great Superior halter stallion 

Robert Redford 169 Ht. pts. 

Dam: Majestic Sal out of 

Magnolia Tee (Halter mare) 

out of the great Superior halter 

mare Cary's Magnolia 72 Ht. 

pts., with numerous points in 

other events. Fee: $1,500, 

LFG. Nice babies on site, 

At stud until sold. 

(Starting new studs). 

Contact Jim Campbell, 

(705) 799-1329, RR #1, 

Omemee, ON K0L 2W0 

02/2009 

Home of 

Cheque Coda 

Sorrel AQHA 

Son of Down Home Dash 

Jamit Taz 

Palomino, AQHA 

Grandson of Windjamer 

Quality Quarter Horses & 

Paints - Bred and Sold 

2008 Foal Crop For Sale 

Marsha Fortus, RR #4, 

Uxbridge, Ontario L9P 1R4 

Tel: (905) 649-6789 

Fax: (905) 649-6576 

04/2008 

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STALLION HERE 

TODAY! 

AQHA/APHA 

Stallion Skipper 

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SKIPPER is a 16.1 hh horse. 

88% NFQHA Approved. All 

the right conformation. A short 

head, long neck, short back 

with long hip. He goes well in 

harness too. Sire Spanish 

Scale, 11 x Plaudit (TB), 8 x 

Nick Schoemaker (All 100% 

Skipper W. breeding) with 

size, purchased from Hank 

Wiescamp. Dam: 16 HH 

mare by the great Superior 

halter horse, Sonny Go Lucky 

119 Ht. pts with Skipper W. 

breeding. Babies on site. 

Fee: $1,500, LFG. Contact 

Jim Campbell, 

(705) 799-1329, RR #1, 

Omemee, ON K0L 2W0 

03/2009 

Canadian Eventing Committee announces 

the Canadian Eventing Hall of Fame 

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James “Jimmy” Elder went on to win a team 

gold medal in show jumping at the 1968 

Olympics Games. 

“Many people currently involved with 

eventing are not aware of historic roots of the 

sport in this country,” said Peggy Hambly, 

Chair of the Canadian Eventing Committee. 

“We felt that it would be appropriate to start 

recognizing some of our past achievements 

and reconnecting with the foundations of 

eventing in Canada. This is an important time 

in the history and development of the sport, 

and the Hall of Fame initiative is a perfect way 

to highlight some of our successes and contributors”. 

Nomination guidelines are posted on the 

Equine Canada website and a call for submissions 

is open to anyone from across the country. 

Submissions must be made before August 

31, 2009 and the first inductees will be 

announced September 15, 2009. 

For the nomination guidelines, please 

visit the Eventing section of the Equine Canada 

website at www.equinecanada.ca. 

For ticketing information, e-mail eventing@equinecanada.ca 

or call 604-880-3516. 


For more information about Canadian 

Eventing, visit www.equinecanada.ca— 

Sport—Eventing. 


For more information about Equine Canada, 


Horse News and Views 

• Planting of gladioli, and irises (flags, fleur-de-lis) along the side of paddock fences 

is not a good idea. Consumption of small quantities of their rhizomes or large 

amounts of leaves, even dried, has a purgative effect and may cause a horse's 

death. Disposal of plant debris in places such as the manure pile can also be 

problematic if horses can reach over the fence. (Ref: Burrows GE, Tyril RJ. Toxic 

Plants in North America. Iowa: Iowa State Press, 2001:720-724.) 

• On March 27, 2009, new regulations for the disposal of dead farm animals in 

Ontario came into force under; 

- the Disposal of Dead Farm Animals regulation under the Nutrient Management 

Act and 

- the Disposal of Deadstock regulation under the Food Safety and Quality 

Act. 

The new regulations provide more disposal options for livestock producers 

and meat plant operators, with measures that will protect the environment. 

• A foal should nurse within two to four hours of birth to maximize the absorption of 

colostral antibodies. The foal's intestinal tract can absorb antibodies from the 

colostrum for the first 24 hours after foaling. The foal should pass meconium (a 

yellow fecal material) by six hours after foaling. The navel should be dipped in 

tamed iodine or chlorhexidine solution daily for several days after birth. Ask your 

veterinarian for advice on the need to give tetanus antitoxin at birth and antibiotics. 

For more information, refer to the information sheet Foaling and Predicting 

Foaling Time. 

For further information contact Dr. Bob Wright (519) 846-3412 or visit our 

website: http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/livestock/horses/news.html


TACK SHOP & FEED STORE DIRECTORY 

BADEN FEED & 

SUPPLY LTD. 

1-800-265-2365 

Located in 

Baden 

offering a 

complete line 

of horse 

feeds, supplements, 

grooming, tack 

& stable supplies. 

Too many name brand lines 

to mention. 

We are just off 

Hwy 7&8 

between Kitchener 

and New 

Hamburg. 

Come in and 

See Us! 

MASTERFEEDS 

09/2008 

DEALER 

MISTY LANE 

TACK 

Proud to serve English and 

Western riders. Specializing 

in Arabian show equipment 

and training needs. Complete 

English show packages. We 

carry Shapley's,Cowboy 

Magic, Finish Line, Equine 

American, and Absorbine 

products. Every month is 

Breast Cancer Month at 

Misty Lane. All profits from 

the sale of pink ribbon 

products are donated to 

Breast Cancer research all 

year long. Visit our website 

for monthly specials. 

www.mistylane.701.com • 

1319 Guyatt Rd E, 

Binbrook, ON, 

905-692-5524, 

1-877-874-3616, 

fax # 905-692-0555 

07/2008 

The Saddle 

Shack 

If it's leather 

-we can fix it! 

Tack repairs, custom work, 

personalized tooling, saddle 

restorations. 

Competitive rates with 

attention to the smallest 

details 

Conveniently located at the 

corner of Hwy 6 & Grey Rd. 6, 

3km north of 

Mount Forest 

(519) 323-0056 

Hours by chance or appt 

271346 Grey Rd. 6, RR #3, 

Mount Forest, ON 

Sharri Crowley 

and Steve Close 

03/2008 

ReRide 

Gently Used Show Clothes from weekend 

shows to Congress level. 

Western • English • Chaps • Hats • Boots and 

Accessories. 

At Chindwin Farms, 4362 Lambton Line, 

Dresden, ON (519) 683-1049 

www.clotheshorsetack.com 

Check out this site which features just some of the huge 

inventory offered for consignment sale by the CLOTHES 

HORSE TACK SHOP in Peterborough. 386 County Rd. 4. 

(705) 876-7732 or 1-877-230-TACK 

10/2009 

QUICK FEEDS 

Full line of farm and horse 

feeds, pharmaceuticals, 

shavings, carrots, dog & 

cat food. Low warehouse 

skid lot pricing! Free delivery 

available! 

WE NOW HAVE BULK 

SHAVINGS! 

Copetown Feed Mill, 

Copetown, Ontario. 

(905) 627-7171 or 

(905) 768-1095 

• Orange aPEEL Dealer 

02/2008 

Pony Up 

Equestrian 

English tack and riding 

apparel for all 

disciplines. Great 

selection of bridles, 

blankets, helmets, show 

attire, and gifts. 

Outfit yourself, your horse, 

and your dog. 

6 Mosley Street 

Aurora, Ontario 

(905) 727-3862 

www.ponyupequestrian.com 

Need More We have it! 

Amerigo • Ariat • Barnsby 

Bates • Boogaloo • Bucas 

Cavallo • Charles Owen 

DerDau • Forestier 

Luc Childéric • Passier 

Prestige • Rambo • Stübben 

Schumacher • Sprenger 

Weatherbeeta 

Located in Markham, Ont. 

11181 Woodbine Ave. between 

Major Mackenzie & Stouffville Rd. 

Monday to Friday: 10-6 

Saturday: 9-5:30 

Sunday: 11-4 

Local: (905) 887-9441 

Toll Free: 1-800-550-0163 

Fax: (905) 887-9232 

info@bakerssaddlery.com 

www.bakerssaddlery.com 

TopHorse.ca 

09/08 

• Professional Blanket Cleaning and Repair 

• 18 years and counting 

• Check out the website for way more info! 

• Don’t miss the spring pick up routes 

• Contact us now to arrange the pickup of your blankets 

Drop off/pickup @shop 6am – 11pm 7 days a week 

905-838-0963 or info@tophorse.ca 

14126 Hurontario St in Caledon 

Or see us in person from 9am – 5pm Mon – Fri 

Personalized, knowledgeable and friendly service 

Our clients tell us that we have the best cleaning and nicest repairs! 

Our clients are who we believe! 

Come see us for the best value in the business 

Bridle Path 

Tack Shop 

For all of your equestrian 

needs, shop in a warm and 

friendly environment 

with knowledgeable and 

helpful staff!!! 

Bridle Path is proud to 

NOW offer 2 locations. 

(store #1) Belleville, ON 

(613) 967-3871 

(store #2) Kingston, ON 

(613) 548-8218 

WE SHIP TO YOUR DOOR 

Store hours Monday to 

Saturday 9:30 to 5:30 

www.bridlepathtack.com 

02/2007 

Send In All 

Your Show 

Dates 

1304 2nd Ave. E., Owen Sound, ON. Masterfeeds 

Dealer. Horse Tack & Bedding. Pet Foods, Miniature 

Horse supplies. Now carrying Omega Alpha products. 

(519) 376-5830 

12/2007 

THE 

HORSE 

HABIT 

Tack & 

Feed Shoppe 

English, Western & Miniature 

Tack Apparel and gift ideas 

• Consignment Welcome, Horses Boarded & For Sale 

Hours: Mon Closed, Tues, Wed.: 10-6, Thurs: 11-6 Fri: 11-6, Sat.: 10-5, Sun.: 12-4 

9121 Hwy 124, Wellington Rd., 

Guelph (just E. of 4th Line in Erin) Wendy: (519) 833-0949 

Quality Equipment for Horses and Their Humans! 

Service, Knowledge and good common sense have 

made The Horse Habit a great place to shop since 1987. 

6 miles west of Owen Sound. Call for directions 

1-800-981-6681 • (519) 371-4239 • Fax (519) 371-3942 

www.horsehabit.ca 

01/2008 

Canter 

By Tack 

& Gift 

From the Back Yard to the Show Ring, we have 

something for every Horse, Rider & Owner! 

Tues., Wed., Fri 10-6 

Thurs. 10-8 

Sat. 10-5 

• Western Wear 

• Equine Health Care 

• Horsey Gifts 

(905) 951-1742 

14 McEwan Dr. W., Bolton, ON 

• English Riding Apparel 

• Bridles & Tack 

• Harness & Accessories 

7300 Howard Ave. S., Windsor, Ontario 

(519) 978-9795 Fax: (519) 978-2976 

www.trainerschoice.com 

The TISDALE RANCH 

BOARDING STABLE & TACK SHOP 

1372 Concession 8, R.R. #4, 

Waterford, Ontario N0E 1Y0 

TACK SHOP HOURS - 

Mon-Fri: 1pm to 9 pm, Sat.: 9am to 5 pm 

Sundays and after hours by appointment 

Bill and Sherrill Tisdale 

email: billtisdale214@hotmail.com 

Phone - 519-443-4355 Fax - 519-443-8838 

John's Ridgeway 

General Store 

236 South Mill St, 

Ridgeway 

Ridgeway's largest Feed 

and Seed Dealer. Blue 

Seal, Floradale, shaving 

supplements. All goods 

worth price charged. 

905-894-2661 

Ionson’s 

Saddlery 

519-363-5598 

www.ionsonsaddlery.com 

email: ionsonsaddlery@hotmail.com 

NEW & USED TACK: 

Western & English 

Trade-Ins Welcome 

Saddles, Winter Blankets, 

Rain Sheets, Saddle Pads, 

Bridles, Show Halters, etc. 

Come out and visit us 

at our store! 

Roy & Joan Ionson - 

Chesley, ON 

519-363-5598 

01/2010 

The Sassy & Fun 

Equestrian Store! 

English & Western Tack 

Western Boots 

Cowboy Hats 

Horse Equipment 

Riding Clothing 

Grooming Supplies 

PO Box 239, 4930 Hwy #38 

Harrowsmith, ON K0H 1V0 

(15 minutes north of Kingston) 

www.HarrowsmithHorse 

Country.com 

Email: heather@ 

harrowsmithhorsecountry.com 

Open Tuesday through Sunday 

(613) 372-5085 

1/2010 

· English & Western Tack 

& Supplies 

· over 20 saddles in stock 

· Billy Cook, Circle Y, 

Ahern, Western Rawide, 

Wintec, Tucker, Passoa, 

Santa Cruz, Henri de 

Rivel, Anky & BR 

· Expert saddle fitting on 

site with indoor riding 

arena. 

Phone: -877-825-8708 

778 County Road 37, 

Wheatly, ONT – 

between Windsor and 

Chatham 

For detailed map, directions 

and to shop online visit 

www.symphonysaddle.com 

10/2008 

H.H. Goode & Son 

(1987) Ltd. 

Corner of Brock St. W. & Victoria, Uxbridge 

• Feed & Farm Supplies 

• Pet Foods 

• Water Softener Salts 

(905) 852-3355 

Fax: (905) 852-3356


NATURAL & ALTERNATIVE DIRECTORY 

Learn Equine 

Massage Therapy! 

COACHES - Instruction 

HORSE SENSE 

TRAINING 

JOSH CONOD 

FARRIER SERVICES 

FARRIERS 

Jodi Pendry is a Registered Massage Therapist & Certified Equine 

Sports Massage Therapist operating in Hillsburgh, Ontario. 

For more information on her services or on her four-day intensive 

Equine Sports Massage Therapy course, visit www.jodipendry.com 

Jodi Pendry - Registered Massage Therapist 

Certified Equine Sports Massage Therapist 

Hill Erin Farm, R.R. #2, Hillsburgh, ON, N0B 1Z0, 519-855-4447 

Certified Equine 

Sports Massage Therapy 

• Increase range of 

motion 

• Decrease muscle spasm 

• Reduce scar tissue 

• Assist in detoxification 

and immunity 

• Improve general well 

being 

• Improve muscle tone 

Contact 

Kait at (905) 957-9061 or email kwhittle@cogeco.ca for more 

information or to book your appointment. 

01/2009 

Prevention Therapy 

STRESS REDUCTION 

Stress reduction for competitive & 

non-competitive horse & rider 

combinations. 

Simple & effective techniques utilized & taught. 

Practice mobile in York Region. 

Pat is also a professional geomancer. 

Contact Pat Prevost R.H.N. (905) 841-1044 

01/2008 

ENVIRONMENTAL HORSE 

PRODUCT 

Courses by 

Sidonia McIntyre, 

R.M.T., C.E.M.T. 

Learn to release athletic 

potential in your 

eventing horse or assist 

your older horse, all 

while deepening your 

bond with these amazing 

creatures! Check coming 

events in The Rider . 

Visit our web site for 

clinic dates in your area. 

www.equinerehab.ca or 

Call 1-888-378-4632 

10/08 

Advertise 

Your Natural 

or Holistic 

Business 

Here 

BARBARA 

NEWLANDS 

EQUINE CANADA 

WESTERN COACH 2 

GEORGETOWN, ONTARIO 

905-877-5333 

email: HorseSenseTraining@cogeco.ca 

A common sense approach 

to training and coaching 

Full service boarding. 

Top quality care. Coaching 

and training for you and 

your horse, whether for 

show or recreation. 

Coaching program available. 

07/2005 

STABLE DIRECTORY 

FIELDS GATE 

FARM 

& Training Centre 

• HUNTERS • JUMPERS 

• EQUITATION 

• Competitive and ecreational 

Certified English Riding 

Lesson, all ages & levels 

• Coaching at Shows 

• Clinics • Full Horse 

Boarding available for 

students and horses in on 

full training 

• Bright 70x130 indoor arena 

• 2 outdoor grass rings 

• 1/2 acre paddocks with 

shelters 

• Breeding Program 

• Horses bought and Sold 

Located off Airport Rd. 

Mansfield, ON 

Phone 519-925-3596 or 

519-504-1582 

E 

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B 

BLACKS EQUINE 

CENTRE 

• Boarding Specialists! • 

Boarding Specialists For All 

Breeds And Disciplines With 

An Individual Feed Program. 

Welcome. World Class Facility 

• 87 Acres + 30 Acres Of 

Turnout • Private Paddocks • 

3 Tack Rooms • 3 Outdoor 

Rings • 2 Outdoor Arenas • 

Trails • 3 Wash Stalls And 

Whirlpool • Stallion Barn • 

Run In Shed • Quarantine 

Barn • Insulated Olympic 

Sized Arena 100’ x 208’ • 3 

Spectator Lounges • 4 Indoor 

Arenas • 80 Box Stalls • 161 

Permanent Show Stalls • 

Can Accommodate Over 400 

Horses • Miles of Groomed 

Trails • 6095 Dickenson Rd. 

Glancaster , ON. L0R 1P0 

(905) 679-1224 12/2009 

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A logical program you can 

trust, producing WINNERS in 

English and Western events 

for 20 years. Lessons. Training 

for your show horse. Or 

book a one day clinic for your 

group! Orangeville. (519) 

938-8815 Check out 

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tips, articles. 02/2008 

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SKINNER 


Breeder’s Dispersal 

of Well Bred Mares, 

Geldings and 

Broodmares. 

Choose from 2 

year olds to 22 year 

olds. Several available 

are “Awesome Mister” 

blood lines. Horses at 

Various stages of training. 

Only sound, good 

minded horses who are 

easy to work with. 

All Priced To Sell. 

Call Tim or Wanda Skinner, 

in Raymond, ON. area. 

705-385-0570 

Skinner 

Quarter Horses 

10/2008 

· Certified Instructors 

· English or Western 

· Lessons 

· Clinics 

· Starting Horses 

· Training & Retraining 

Horses 

· Schooling & Showing 

· Horse Sales 

· Breeding of Arabians & 

Quarter Horses 

Vist our Website 

www.symphonystables.com 

Walter & Gisela Mantler 

778 County Road 37 

Wheatley ONT 

Between Windsor and 

Chatham 

1-877-825-8708 

10/2009 

THE CANADIAN 

TRAKEHNER 

HORSE SOCIETY 

For • General Information 

• Membership • Registration 

• Breeders • Horses for Sale 

• Approved Stallions etc. 

Contact Registrar/Secretary: 

Ingrid von Hausen 

Box 6009, New Hamburg, 

Ontario N3A 2K6 

Ph/Fax (519) 662-3209 

E-mail: 

cantrakhsivh@golden.net 

www.cantrak.on.ca 

08/2008 

Put 

Trimming and shoeing for 

balance and performance 

with gentle handling of 

horses. Also providing 

corrective and 

therapeutic shoeing. 

and prompt 

service throughout 

Southwestern Ontario. 

519-874-4878 

Cell: 519-719-9083 

08/2008 

ADVERTISE 

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ASSOCIATIONS 

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Join the club 

nearest you! 

Garnet Ritchie has nearly 

20 years of experience. 

Specializing in Western 

trims and cold shoeing. 

Will travel. 

Kate Romanenko 

Trimming for high performance 

barefootedness. Specializing 

in helping the foundered and 

navicular syndrome horse. Call 

(705) 374-5456 for consultation. 

References available. 

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Peterborough: www.klda.ca 

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08/2008 

12/2008

New Eco-Garlic 

Spray helps horses 

Mosquitoes are 10,000 times more sensitive to 

garlic than humans. Simply using the NEW 

MOSQUITIO-Less Garlic Coat Spray #1318 clears the 

area of mosquitoes instantly and works for many days. 

Spray your horse, as you would with any other fly spray 

product. Smell will diminish almost instantly. 

It can also be sprayed on stall walls, to create an 

effective “mosquito free zone.” 

A recent tetsimonial had one client easily able to 

protect her 40 horses in pasture with this unique Ecorated 

Mosquito-Less all natural Garlic Oil product. One 

900ml “ready to use” Bottle $15.95 lasts longer than 

other commercial horse 

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Ċanadian made, 

proven and available at 

local equine retailers from 

Canadian Saddlery Supply 

,Stratford Ont 1-877-786- 

6516 and Country Depot 

www.truserv.ca network. 

For More Information: 

Ellen Koch GM 

Alex Milne Associates Ltd 

www.alexmilne.com 

www.justaddhorses.ca 

1-800-563-5947 

alexmiln@idirect.com 

CUSTOM EMBROIDERY 

Sharon’s Cozy Horse Creations 

• Custom Show Blankets 

• Show Curtains, Fly Sheets 

• Saddle Pads and 

Saddle Bags 

• Custom Embroidery 

• Jackets, Vests and 

Shirts Available 

cozyhorse@sympatico.ca 

(905) 706-4835 • 1-877-771-9282 

www.sharonscozyhorsecreations.com 

Equine Products 

Introducing a flexible textured panel designed to give your 

horses maximum itch relief without the worry of potential 

injuries. It won't pull hair and has no protruding nodules to 

bite. Wall mount or bend around a fence post. Find at your 

local tack shop or use store locator map on website. 

www.twofairmares.com, 1-866-952-2223 

PRODUCT & SERVICE 

DIRECTORY 

HORSE 

SALES 

AMLIN 

PERFORMANCE 

HORSES 

West Lorne - 1-877-768-1709 

Blenheim - (519) 676-4863 

Email: 

amlinfarms@earthlink.net 

Four Top Quality Stallions 

standing. Chilled - Frozen 

- Natural - Breeding 

Boarding Available - Layups - 

Five Veterinarians Available. 

Always a minimum of 

Fifty Horses For Sale. 

1-877- 768-1709 

wilsonfarms@sprint.ca 

12/2008 

HORSE SITTING 

Horsit Relief 

Animal Care 

Horsit is the horse owner's 

first step in a worryfree 

vacation. Horsit will 

travel anywhere in Ontario 

and stay on your farm to 

care for your horses, pets 

and property so you can 

enjoy a well-deserved 

vacation, as short or as 

long as you wish. 

I am looking forward to 

giving you the break you 

deserve and caring for 

your horses. 

Gordon D. Westover 

138 Elora St. S. 

PO Box 213, 

Harriston, ON N0G 1Z0 

519 338-2693 

email: horsit@wightman.ca 

01/2010 

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BEDDING 

For Information & Dealer Location Call 519-637-0767 or 

WWW.HORSECOUNTRYBEDDING.COM 

THERAPEUTIC RIDING 

12/2008 

Sunrise Therapeutic 

Riding & Learning 

Centre 

Guelph, Ontario CANADA 

We are presently accepting applications for student 

internships. Gain knowledge of 

therapeutic riding, horse care and stable management. 

Possible opportunity for instructor certification 

depending on length of internship. 

Accommodation provided in a century stone 

farmhouse on the Sunrise property. 

www.sunrise-therapeutic.ca 

lynne@sunrise-therapeutic.ca, 519-837-0558, ext. 31 

8360 LEEMING ROAD EAST, 

MOUNT HOPE, ONTARIO L0R 1W0 

Hilary Webb CTRI 

Executive Director 

CanTRA Examiner, Certified 

Level 1 Coach 

1 (905) 679-TEAD (8323) • Fax: 1 (905) 679-1705 

email: info@tead.on.ca 

BLANKET CLEANING & REPAIR 

Ultraline 

Superior Blanket Cleaning 

& Repair 

• Fast, Friendly Service • Free Pick Up & Delivery 

• Clean, Used Blankets For Sale 

“A HORSE SERVICE by HORSE PEOPLE” 

Jane & Lorne Foerter • (519) 624-8571 ph • (519) 761-8571 cell 

• email: ultraline@hotmail.com 

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FENCING 

MEREDITH LUMBER CO. 

Inglewood, Ontario 

Oak Lumber, Fencing & Barns 

Cedar Posts & Rails 

905-838-2880 

416-339-6861 Numeric Pager 

Let Knight Lumber Ltd. cater to the 

craftsman in you! 

• Custom Millwork • Board and Batten 

• Hand-built jumps • Oak Fencing. 

www.knightlumber.ca 

519-822-6160 

Manure Removal 

For a monthly fee we will 

provide you with a covered 

roll-off containment bin. Call 

when it is full and it will be 

removed. Easy, convenient 

and affordable! 

Call for more information: 

(519) 657-5325 

PETS 

No more smelly 

manure pile! 

Directory4PetOwners.com 

The #1 choice for pet owners in Ontario! 

Everything you need to know or want to find for your loved Pet! 

Information on any pet product or pet services is just a click away! 

Find any Pet related companies in your area or throughout Ontario. 

We have a fully animated talking site host that takes you through the 

site and is also a featured pet in our "Pet Gallery" where proud pet 

owners post pictures with titles and descriptions. 

The site is Entertaining and Informative. 08/2008 

PHOTOGRAPHERS 

SILVERSMITHING 

5041 #89 Pinedale Ave., Burlington, ON, L7L 5J6 

Bus: (905) 634-3767 • Fax: (905) 634-9610 

website: www.tomhowe.ca 

09/2008


FARM & STABLE DIRECTORY 

Beaverwood Farm 

Beaverwoods Juniper is the sire of 

Beaverwoods Sapphire, 2008 

Grand Champion Star Search 

American Sport Pony. 

(519) 833-7169 

www.BeaverwoodFarm.on.ca 

Reflection Farms 

Limited 

249 Cleaver Road, 

Brantford, ON (519) 442-7243 

Stall or pasture board 

available. Our stalls are large, 

bright and well-ventilated. 

Individual or group turnout. 

Coaches welcome for all 

disciplines. 60 x 120 indoor 

arena with heated viewing 

room, 60 x 60 indoor lunging 

arena, well lit 100 x 200 

outdoor arena. Riding trails 

on property. Broodmares and 

lay-ups welcome. Heated, 

camera monitored foaling 

stalls. Pastures have 

permanent shelters and 

heated water fountains. 

Over thirty years experience 

in caring for horses. 

12/2007 

Southward Stables 

Horse Boarding, Large 

Box Stalls, Individual or 

Group Turnout with Shelters, 

Feeding Twice Daily, 

Large Outdoor Sand 

Ring. 

62x126 ft. Indoor Arena, 

Round Pen, Lots of Trails, 

All Ages Lessons, Sales. 

All horses welcome. 

Located 

in Langton, 15 minutes 

West of Simcoe, 15 min. 

South of Tillsonburg. 

(519) 586-9377 

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Today 

09/2007 

Tillanna Farms is a modern equestrian facility located between 

Campbellville and Guelph offering: 

• 24 hour professional care for your horse 

• Top quality individual feeding and supplement program 

• Excellent paddocks for group for group or individual, 

all with board fencing 

• 12 x 12 box stalls and extra large foaling stalls available 

• Modern insulated brick barn, heated tack rooms, 

wash and groomings stalls 

• 70’ x 180’ Indoor Arena, 20 x 60m Dressage Ring, 

and a 200’ x 300’ Jumper Ring 

• X Country training area, and miles of groomed trail 

• Specializing in dressage training for horse and rider 

• Quality select number of European and Irish Sport horses 

for sale at all times. • Vet and Farrier on call 24 hours. 

Tillanna has stalls available for boarding and training. 

Conveniently located to the 401 and Hwy 6 Campbellville area. 

Easy commute from Guelph, Kitchener, Cambridge, 

Burlington and Mississauga area. 

For further information call: 

(519) 823-8559 or visit www.tillanna.com 

Big Creek 

Stables 

Full service boarding stable for 

people who just love to ride. 

Privately owned, family 

oriented ranch. Owners live on 

site. Between Caledonia and 

Brantford, off Hwy #54. 

Relaxed atmosphere perfect for 

Pleasure or Trail Riding horses. 

Stall or Pasture Boarding. 

Horses checked daily in the field, 

have free choice of hay and 

water. Lighted outdoor Riding 

arena, round pen for training. 

Group or private lessons also 

available. Make the move this 

summer. 

905-765-5476 

ride-bigcreekstables@hotmail.com 

07/2008 

Ponies That Bring Smiles 

Canada’s leading breeder of 

sport ponies and Welsh Ponies 

since 1980. Championships in 

FEI driving, A Hunter Ponies, 

Dressage and Pleasure Driving. 

• Leases • Stallion Services 

• Training • Coaching, 

Lessons & Clinics 

Beaverwood Juniper, 

Standing at Stud 

10/2009 

Horseshoe Hill 

Stable 

• New 12 Stall Boarding Facility 

in Bright insulated barn 

• 10x12 Deluxe stalls with Stable 

comfort flooring 

• Suitable for adult pleasure 

ridersa. Strictly bosding, 

no lessons. 

• Indoor facilities include smaller 

arena, huge heated tack room 

and washroom. 

• Horses Fed Twice Daily but 

boarders supply grain. 

• Square bales in stalls and round 

bales in paddocks 

• Turnout in Small Herds in safe 

paddocks with shelters. 

• Winter Blankets, Rain Sheets 

& Fly masks on / off & horses 

brought in for farrier or vet. 

• No riding school but close to 

several show facilities. 

(Sorry, we cannot provide 

for difficult horses, stallions, 

horses who need soaked hay 

or wear corks) 

Debbie Hancock, 519-942-6239 

19513 Horseshoe Hill Road, 

Caledon ON. 

Corner of Beechgrove and 

Horseshoe Hill 

LITTLE OAK FARM 

Easy access to QEW and 

major roads 

Western Lessons, Boarding 

and Natural Horse Training 

Owned and operated by 

experienced horse people 

Excellent care 

Clean and friendly barn 

Plenty of turnout year round 

Quality feed and hay 

program 

CoverAll arena 

and System Stalls 

Lit outdoor sand ring 

Phone: (905) 309 1903 

Email: 

Mnlhorsepros@aol.com 

MORR- 

McNAUGHTON 

STABLES 

Breeder’s of Canada 

National Horse 

THE CANADIAN 

12/2008 

08/2007 

Family raised, well mannered, 

intelligent 

Registered Canadian’s 

Mares, fillies, geldings and 

weanlings available. 

Come meet a true Canadian! 

Tina and John Morrison 

9640 Concession 1 

Caistorville, Ontario 

(905) 692-1234 

email: canadian@295.ca 

www.morrmcnaughtonstables.com 

SOMETIME STABLES 

40 Years Experience 

Waterdown/Burlington Area 

Boarding/ Arena 

& Exercise Ring 

Wash Racks, 

Grooming Stalls 

Individual Tack Boxes, 

All Day Turnout On Pasture. 

100 Acres / Riding Trails 

Shadow 

Lane Livery 

Fantasy 

Lane Farms 

EQUINE BOARDING FACILITY 

• all disciplines welcome 

• soft stall matts 

• large paddocks 

• new oak fencing 

• indoor arena 

• heated viewing lounge 

& kitchen 

• shower facilities 

• all day turnout 

• 100's of acres of trails 

• within hacking distance to 

schooling shows 

• pasture board available 

• close to 401, Guelph, 

Milton, 

• Burlington and Kitchener 

Call Melissa 519-824-9044 

Call (905) 689-7919 

• 10 X 12 stalls/mats/ 

windows • NEW 62 X 132 

indoor Cover-All ® arena • Large 

outdoor arena • 60’ round pen 

• Newly fenced grazing pastures 

on 47 acres • Hacking on & off 

property • Individual feed 

• Turn out till dusk 

• Your coach/vet/farrier welcome 

• High quality caring 

environment • Quiet and friendly 

atmosphere - lots of arena time 

and no riding school. 

Horses For Lease 

Owned & operated by the 

Bensons 


Call Glenna 905-386-6711 

Wellandport 

1/2 hour drive from Grimsby, 

Beamsville, Hamilton, St. 

Catharines, Dunnville 

www.shadowlanelivery.com 

07/2010 

03/2008 

12/2008 

02/2005 

HORSE 

BOARDING 

AVAILABLE 

Centrally Located between 

Exeter, Mitchell, and St. 

Mary's. 30 Minutes from 

North London. Large box 

stalls, Daily turnouts, 

100 x 200 Outdoor Sandring, 

Good Trails Available. 

Starting at $165. per month. 

Call Don: 519-229-6782 

Put your 

Farm and 

Stable 

ad here! 

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07/2008 


A DRUG FREE 

STABLE 

Halter, Pleasure and 

Race Breeding. 

Foundation Breeding. 

Impressive Breeding 

without Impressive 

Blood 

Jim Campbell 

(705) 799-1329 

RR #1, Omemee, ON 

K0L 2W0 

Clear Lake Farm 

• Horses For Sale 

• Stud Service 

• Tack • Boarding 

• Public Trail Rides 

• Lessons • Clinics 

(school horses available) 

Licensed Trainer 

Otmar Fueth 

Magnetawan, ON 

3 hours north of Toronto 

Tel/Fax (705) 387-4464 

www.icelandichorses.ca 

12/2008 

Touch ‘N’ 

Go Farms 

Long term reputation for 

sale of Hunters and 

Jumpers. Touch N Go 

always has a great selection. 

Weekly horse shows in 

summer - Hunter/Jumper 

and The Lollipop Series for 

Juniors. Indoor arena & 

outdoor rings. 

TOUCH ‘N’ GO FARMS 

R.R. #2, 

Campbellville, Ont. L0P 1B0 

Jane Casselman 

(905) 854-2391 

Fax: (905) 854-0822 

jcasselman@touchngofarms.com 

www.touchngofarms.com 

01/2010 

08/2008 

SIX "R" FARM 

Private north Burlington 

boarding stable located just 

west of the Guelph Line on 

Britannia Rd. Friendly, family 

run facility with two 100' x 

200' outdoor rings, 40' x 70' 

exercise arena and access to 

trails. Full board in clean, well 

lit barn with large 

boxstalls.Turn-out onto pasture 

and care by a family that 

has been in the business for 

over 30 years. Call the Rapson's 

at (905) 335-1963. 

03/2009 

Advertise 

Your 

Farm and 

Stable 

Business 

Here! 

Call 

905-387-1900 

Training - Lessons - 

Boarding - Showing - Selling 

Large bright new indoor arena 

and barn 

Friendly adult facility 

Professional instruction 

Debbie Dobson 

499 Campbellville Rd., 

RR #2, Campbellville, Ontario 

L0P 1B0 

Respond BioPulse Magnetic 

Therapy & Laser Equipment 

Rentals & Sales 

(905) 659-3574 

debbie@equestriandreams.ca 

www.equestriandreams.ca 

08/2008 

650 5th Line, 

Caledonia, ON N3W 2C7 

Tel: (905) 765-5026 

Barn: (905) 765-9348 

Fax: (905) 765-2556 

www.primafarms.ca 

Official Grand 

Opening 

of Stallion Barn/ 

Open House on 

July 11, 2009! 2:00 p.m. 

In combination with 

Desert Rose Arabians, 

Ancaster. Offering 

frozen semen storage 

breeding services and 

more in combination 

with Desert Rose. 

Special Guest Speaker 

World Renowned 

Judge - 

Mr. Peter Cameron


HORSE 

TRADER 

DIRECTORY 

The Original Horse Trader Directory, Since 1970 

WESTERN FAIR AGRIPLEX 

State of the Art Agricultural Facility 

· Show arena with seating 

for 1650 

· Livestock pavilion with 

up to 400 stalls 

· Sales arena/amphitheatre 

with 320 seats 

· Wash Bays/Exercise area/ 

Change rooms 

· Accessible Free Parking 

845 Florence St. London, Ont. N5W 6G6 

519-438-7203 • 1-800-619-4629 • www.westernfair.com 

See us at the Can-Am Show, 

Booth P21 and O21 

Beat the Winter Blahs. 

Come in and check all the 

in-store specials & have fun! 

27 Maywood Ave, 

St. Catharines, ON (along QEW) 

www.horseworldemporium.com 

email: tack@horseworldemporium.com 

905.682.2545 

1.888.497.333 

Wood Shavings 

Kiln Dried Bulk Shavings 

Delivered in 

Large Quantities 

Office: (905) 584-0151 

Benson Home 

Improvements 

We service the Niagara Region 

• Barns, Lean-to's & sheds • Windows / Doors 

• Soffit / Fascia • Vinyl Siding • Decks • Roofs 

• Small Renovations & Additions 

Phone 905-386-6711 

Ben Cell 905-658-6084 Rob 

Website: bensonhome.701.com 

Equine Cremation Services 

Servicing Ontario Wide 

www.ontariopetcremationservice.ca 

Proud to have provided our services 

for Brigadier, a true Equine Hero 

Licenced, bonded, environmentally friendly 

Government approved by M.O.E. and O.M.A.F.R.A. 

Barry & Mary Hunter 

Family & Staff 

1-888-880-8594 

4844 Marion St., 

Dorchester, ON 

N0L 1G4 

“Reiners for the Future” 

Sidesaddle and Western Riding Lessons 

Select group of young reining horses for sale 

Joanne Milton 

(519) 855-6865 

RR #2, Hillsburgh, Ont. N0B 1Z0 

www.rusticmeadows.com 

• EQUESTRIAN SUPPLIES • 

JEAN P. MCBRIDE 

P.O. Box 298, 

SUNDRIDGE, Ont. P0A 1Z0 (705) 384-5219 

Hot & Cold 

Shoeing 

Hand Forged 

Shoes 

Hunters & 

Jumpers 

Therapeutic 

Applications 

Fred Smith 

Box 35, Goodwood, Ontario L0C 1A0 (905) 640-9908 

Cell: (416) 346-7699 

Farm & Livestock Specialist 

Glen Smith & Courtney MacGillivray 

Registered Insurance Broker 

20 Mail St. N., Unit 7, 

Waterdown, ON L0R 2H0 

Bus: (905) 690-6888 

Fax: (905) 690-4229 

Mobile: (416) 526-5428 • Toronto Office (416) 497-5556 

The Tack Shoppe 

Of Collingwood 

New, Used and 

Consignment Tack & Gifts 

4174 County Rd. 124, 

Nottawa, Ontario L0M 1P0 

1-800-494-8628 

Tel: (705) 445-4041 

Fax: (705) 445-4038 

www.thetackshoppe.com 

A.L. Distributing Ltd. 

Equine Division 

Hamilton, ON 

Toll Free (888) 345-2351 

Fax: (905) 545-5137 

Farm: (905) 659-1132 

Supplying Quality Products for Your Horse 

www.aldistributing.com


HORSE 

DIRECTORY 

TRADER 

The Original Horse Trader Directory, Since 1970 

Jan and Risty Schmidt 

2129 Queen Street, R.R. #2, 

Petersburg, ON, N0B 2H0 

(519) 696-2564 

Established 1964 

email: schmidt@coolwaterquarterhorses.com 

website: www.coolwaterquarterhorses.com 

Cell (519) 717-1783 

Home (519) 752-5671 

SAM’S FARRIER SERVICE 

Graduate of the Canadian Horseshoeing School 

Sam Verdonk 

Serving Brantford and 

all surrounding areas 

within 80km 

Finding New 

Loving Owners 

for Homeless 

Horses Since 

1997 ! 

c/o Claire Malcolm, RR#1, Cameron, ON, K0M 1G0 

Ph#: 705-359-3766 • Fax#: 705-359-3769 

Email: HCWEquineRescue@sympatico.ca 

www.heavencanwaitequinerescue.org/ 

Patti Carter & Paige 

Carter Training Centre 

P.O. Box 839, 39 High St. St. George, ON N0E 1N0 

Home: (519) 448-4424 • Cell: (519) 732-2877 

Ohio Quarter 

Horse 

Association 

101 Tawa Rd., P.O. Box 209, 

Richwood, OH 43344-0209 

(740) 943-2346 

Fax: (740) 943-3752 

www.oqha.com 

2009 Congress 

October 3 - October 25 

Janice Taylor 

Registered Equine Massage Therapist & 

Bowen Therapy Apprentice 

Helping your horse reach 

his full potential! 

www.EquiTherapy.ca • 519-347-2511 

Boarding 

Newly renovated barn, Yearling Prep 

& Broodmare care, lots for turn out, 

London area minutes south of 401, 

Quality care for Broodmares. 

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REAL ESTATE: 

By Teri Davidson. 

I was invited to a farm the other 

day to give them an opinion of value 

as the owners are thinking of a 

lifestyle change. They have been living 

on their picturesque twenty-five 

acres for almost twenty five years 

and it is a big decision for them to 

sell. 

Children are grown and now 

they are empty nesters with children 

and grandchildren living several 

hours away and they miss them. This 

couple have poured heart and soul 

into their farm and have many happy 

memories associated with raising 

their children, breeding and working 

with their standardbred horses and 

enjoying good times with friends by 

the pool during summer barbecues. 

They've sold off most of their 

herd and are now ready to put their 

home up for sale so they can move 

on to a new chapter in their lives. I 

brought some comparables and we 

sat and talked about what is happening 

with today's real estate market 

and what price to place on their 

property. No two farms are alike but 

I look at location, lot size, house 

value, as well as barn and other outbuildings 

and cost of replacement. In 

bigger land sales I will also add in a 

value per acre. Usually with twenty 

five acres I don't look at a value per 

acre but price more as a hobby farm. 

Hobby farms are becoming harder 

and harder to find in our particular 

area and this is a very nice one with 

both a good house and good barns in 

better than average condition. 

We talked about price and then 

the sellers asked me a question I had 

never been asked before. Initially 

they wanted to know where I would 

Always ask Questions! 

be advertising and how often. That's 

a common question and I responded 

with my typical answer. I actually do 

more than more advertising than 

most representatives and control of 

my advertising is one of the biggest 

reasons I opened my own company. I 

try different venues at different times 

and if something works I stay with it. 

It used to be that our sellers wanted 

to see advertising in some of the bigger 

cities, like Toronto, which is an 

hour away from us here in my area. I 

don't remember those ads ever generating 

much interest and they were 

very costly. Now, with our MLS.ca 

system, any buyer can look up any 

mls listing nation wide and see pictures 

and features of every home 

offered by licensed realtors. 

This particular sellers question 

was "Could he pay for his own ads 

and reduce the commission by a percentage" 

I think his question was a 

valid one and was the result of him 

wanting to make sure his property 

was being advertised and in the 

places he felt most appropriate. He 

did have the right to be concerned as 

I have observed many times over, the 

poor marketing of properties listed 

for sale. No pictures on the mls, no 

calls back from selling agents, no 

income and expense information 

available on listing copies for 

investment properties and very little 

advertising by some salespeople. 

I truly believe I have a great 

marketing program and I spend a 

great deal of time writing my ads, 

changing them every time they are 

re-advertised and spending the 

money where it needs to be spent. 


My philosophy has always been 

advertise more if the market is slow, 

not less. If someone calls me from 

China (and they have) I call them 

right back even if the only access to 

a phone I have is my cell phone. I 

use a professional to take my pic- 

Continued on page 66 

Katherine Rechtoris- 

McNab, Real Estate 

Broker of Record 

Waterloo Region 

Equestrian & Rural Properties 

Ottawa Area 

Both Realtors offer 

20 years 

Real Estate Sales 

Experience 

DEERWOOD REAL ESTATE LTD., 

Brokerage 

6586 Crowsfoot Road, RR#1 

Breslau, ON N0B 1M0 

(519) 648-3133 (Phone) 

(519) 648-3233 (Fax) 

email: deerwoodrealty@aol.com 

Ottawa Valley 

Orangeville Area 

David McNab 

Broker 

Erin, South Wellington, North Halton 

Alan McPhedran 

Sales Representative 

Royal LePage 

Royal City Realty, 

Brokerage 

Independently Owned and Operated 

295 Alma St., Unit 1, Rockwood, ON N0B 2K0 

Tel: (519) 856-9922, Cell: 1-866-606-9922 

Fax: (519) 856-9909 

Website: www.townandruralhomes.com 

Real Estate 

Agent 

Directory 

Kawartha Lakes 

Durham Region 

Erin, Caledon & Surrounding Areas 

York Region & Durham Region 

Brenda Tumanidis 

Sales 

Representative 

Toll Free Pager: 1-800-361-6683 

Cell: 905-955-1612, Res: 905-722-3323 

E-Mail: brendat@ils.net 

Website: www.homestore.ca 

sutton group-future realty inc. Brokerage 

INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED 

40 Davis Dr., #3, Newmarket, ON L3Y 2M7 

Southwestern Ontario 

www.murraygibbons.com 

• Serving SouthWestern Ontario • 30 Years Experience 

• International and local clientele 

All types Farms, Rural, Residential, 

Development Lands 

MURRAY Gibbons, B.Sc., Agr., 

Broker 

David MURRAY Real Estate Broker Ltd., 

Waterford, Ontario 

Call: Office 519-443-8620 or Cell 519-757-5595 

Email: murray@murraygibbons.com 

905-853-5955 

Office 

York & Durham Region 

Janna Imrie 


Email: jimrie@trebnet.com 

sutton group-professional realty inc., Brokerage 

INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED 

41 Broadway, Unit 3, Orangeville, ON L9W 1J7 

Bus: (519) 940-0004 

Toll Free: 1-888-506-1116 

Fax: (519) 940-3443 

www.OwnOntario.com 

Annalisa Weir 


Sutton Group Town and Country Realty 

Ltd., Brokerage 

6209 Main St., Stouffville, ON L4A 4H8 

Office: (905) 640-0888, 

Fax: (905) 640-0889 • Cell: (416) 554-4086 

Simcoe County 

Brant County 

Serving: Brant, Haldimand, Norfolk, 

Oxford, South Dumfries, North 

Dumfries, Ancaster, Flamborough, 

Cambridge and Woodstock. 

Associate Realty 

Brantford Inc. 

519-752-4116 • (519) 647-3330 

teridavidson@execulink.com 

Teri Davidson 

Broker/Owner 

29 yrs full-time experience • 

Canada's Most Referred Realtor 

Bus: (519) 426-0081 

(24 hour pager) 

Norfolk County 

103 Queensway East, 

Simcoe, Ontario N3Y 4M5 

RE/MAX Erie Shores Realty Inc., REALTOR ® 

Independently Owned & Operated 

STEVE SZUCS (Such), B. Comm. 

Broker 

“Satisfying customers for over 20 years” 

Res: (519) 428-4280 

Fax: (519) 428-1109 

Email: steve@mybrokersteve.com 

Website: www.mybrokersteve.com


LANGFORD CHURCH STABLES..... 

31 Acres between Brantford and Ancaster this equestrian facility is top notch and turn key. Beautiful old 

Victorian two storey red brick house Circa 1800's offers room for a handyman or inlaw apartment while still 

giving the main resident a full four bedrooms. Indoor arena 70 x 144 is just 10 years old with quality sand 

base and good lighting. Main barn is a refurbished board and timber frame with re-pointed stone foundation 

and beautiful large oak and decorative wrought iron front slider doors on it's 18 stalls. Heated tack and feed 

rooms. Wash area is very large and bright with hot water. Second storey all glass sided viewing room overlooks 

the arena. Second newer barn offers six stalls and high ceilings. Runs ins. Two other outbuildings and 

drive sheds. Oak board enclosed paddocks. NEW PRICE $899,000. Owner wants to retire! 

Call Teri to view. 519-647-3330 see lots of pictures at www.venturehomes.ca 

Forty Nine Acres Near Woodstock 

..... Wonderful, 

immaculate 

property 

on quiet side 

road , surrounded 

by 

working 

farms, just 

out of town. 

This home 

offers an 

original character 

filled 

home with 

all new windows, 

new geotherm furnace, new wiring , kitchen and updated baths 

as well as a big addition that features main floor family room with 

brick fireplace, big mudroom and main floor laundry. Room for a big 

family! Three year old ten stall horse barn with breezeway to new 

indoor arena perfect for training or riding. Older barn is in great condition 

and used for storage but could easily accommodate more 

stalls. This one is a real nice property too! $799,900. 

See pictures under Teri Davidson on www.venturehomes.ca then 

call Teri 519-647-3330 for more info 

Fifty Acres at Troy! 

Wow! Charming Century home overlooks the everrunning 

Fairchilds Creek and river rock bed. Original 

Timber 

Frame barn 

with five box 

stalls. system 

fenced paddocks 

all 

overlooked 

by breathtaking 

hill side 

property consisting 

of fifty 

acres 25 

workable and 

20 acres of 

hardwood 

bush. House 

offers three 

bedrooms, 

big kitchen, 

family room 

with amazing 

creek view 

and nice 

tures and they are fabulous and bring a lot of 

buyers out to see the properties. 

One of the other factors involved in marketing 

the farms I have for sale is when a 

buyer calls on one farm I ask questions and if 

it happens that this one he/she is calling on 

does not really match his needs I will then tell 

the caller about other farm listings I have 

Real Estate 


which may suit him better. 

There is no budget per listing as some 

salespeople will tell you...we keep advertising 

all our listings until they are sold. 

For a seller to pay his own advertising 

would probably save me a great deal of money 

..I would imagine exceeding the percentage 

reduction in commission... but may not be fair 

to the seller as I often receive calls on one particular 

advertisement and the caller ends up 

buying something entirely different. 

Questions like this are always a good 

idea when first interviewing your potential 

salesperson...you want to have all the lines of 

communication open and have both parties 

understanding and appreciating the others perspective. 

It is prudent to know what to expect 

from the person you hire to sell your home and 

also for the representative to committee themselves 

to doing a proper and good job. 

Teri Davidson has been a licensed real 

estate salesperson for over thirty one years and 

is the Broker/Owner of Associate Realty in 

Brantford, Ontario. Teri has served for many 

years as committee Chairperson and Director 

with the Brantford Regional Real Estate Association 

and in the community with the local 

United Way and is actively involved with her 

children's school parent association as a Choir 

Director and Past President . She and her husband 

Brian, along with their three children and 

grandson own and operate "White House 

Farm" where they raise, ride and breed registered 

quarter horses and paints. 

See picture of these properties at www.venturehomes.ca under Teri's Listings. 

Brokerage 

Call Teri Davidson, 

Broker/Owner, 

Associate Realty Brantford Inc. 

519-647-3330 

Architecturally 

Designed, Post and 

Beam open concept 

home. 

$410,000 

30 foot vaulted ceilings with 2 lofts plus 

a basement walkout. Incredible custom 

maple kitchen with stainless steel appliances, 

Floor to ceiling brick and stone 

fireplace, Master bedroom with a large 

ensuite and balcony with an incredible 

view over the country side. Hay fields, 

pasture, forest and a good sized pond, all 

on 46 very private acres. Architects 

drawings and permits are included in this 

sale for a stunning horse barn to be built. 

15 minutes south of Peterborough or an 

hour to the GTA. 

Don't miss this very rare 

opportunity. 

sutton group - kawartha lakes realty inc. brokerage* 

*INDEPENDANTLY OWNED AND OPERATED 

Toll Free: (877) 405-8484 • Fax: (705) 454-2446 • Direct: (705) 879-0130 

Email: mlipfeld@sutton.com • www.kawarthaproperties.com 

Private Sale 

Picturesque 23.5 acre Horse 

Farm, North St. George area, featuring 

a custom 24 year old 

reclaimed Brick Home, 3 Bedrooms, 

2 bathrooms, renovated 

Kitchen with granite countertops, 

cherry cabinets and ceramic flooring, 

2 fire places and a Finished 

Family Room. Patio Deck and 

Gazebo. 

There are six Oak Plank Paddocks 

and two Barns, featuring 

10 custom Box Stalls. A outdoor 

riding ring where rider 

can be watched from kitchen 

bay window. This is truly a 

well appointed property with a 

park like setting. 

For appointment call 

(519) 448-3114. 

Priced at $749,000.

Ashley Holzer Named Dressage Canada Red Scarf 

Equestrian Athlete of the Month for May 

Ottawa, ON—Toronto native and three-time 

Canadian Olympian Ashley Holzer, who 

resides in New York, NY, has been named the 

Dressage Canada Red Scarf Equestrian Athlete 

of the Month for May. 

As the top Canadian rider in the North 

American World Cup League, Holzer and her 

Olympic mount Pop Art (Amsterdam x Cabochon), 

a 12-year-old Dutch Warmblood gelding 

owned by Rusty Holzer and Ian and 

Moreen Nicoll, represented Canada at the Federation 

Equestre International (FEI) Dressage 

World Cup Final that took place April 15–19, 

2009, in Las Vegas, NV. 

Holzer finished in fifth place in the Grand 

Prix test, on April 17, scoring 72.510%. The 

next day the pair then received a 79.20%, earning 

another fifth place finish, for their dramatic 

Freestyle, which was set to music from Disney 

Epcot Center fireworks display and from the 

motion picture National Treasure. The talented 

duo achieved personal best artistic scores up to 

86% in the Freestyle and delivered the best 

Canadian placing at the FEI World Cup Finals 

in the past 20 years. 

Dressage Canada Red Scarf Equestrian 

Athlete of the Month is a recognition program 

to celebrate the achievements of Canadian 

dressage riders who represent Canada in 

national and international competition at the 

FEI Pony, Children, Junior, Young Rider, 

Advanced, Grand Prix and Young Horses 

classes. 

Red Scarf Equestrian is the generous 

sponsor Dressage Canada Athlete of the 

Month. Red Scarf Equestrian will be providing 

Holzer with a generous gift certificate that can 

be used towards the purchase of elegant equestrian 

luggage, travel bags and accessories that 

are all made in Canada. For more information 

about Red Scarf Equestrian, please visit 

www.RedScarfEquestrian.ca. 



Equine Canada, is the national governing body 

for dressage in Canada. Dressage Canada’s 

objective is to foster the growth of dressage 

and the pursuit of excellence in the sport at the 

local, national and international levels. Dressage 

Canada provides support and guidance to 

both amateur and professional through the following 

programs: coaching education and programs, 

officials’ education and programs, rules 

& qualifying criteria, sport development, publications 

& awards. For more information 

about Dressage Canada, please visit the Dressage 

section of the Equine Canada site. 

About Red Scarf Equestrian 

Red Scarf Equestrian is proud to offer a 

line of equestrian luggage and travel bags that 

deliver exceptional quality and extraordinary 

value. This line is a refreshing change as it 

speaks of elegance and simplicity. It works to 

protect your expensive and valuable apparel, 

boots and accessories. In a world of clutter, 

you can’t afford not to buy quality. Red Scarf 

Equestrian is proudly made in Canada. For 

more information about Red Scarf Equestrian, 

please visit www.RedScarfEquestrian.ca. 


Equine Canada is a member-based association 

that represents, promotes and services 

Canada’s equine community and industry. Its 

core areas of activity involve sport, equine 

health and welfare, education and safety, governance 

and marketing, representation and 

communication. Equine Canada is recognized 

by Sport Canada, Agriculture and Agri-Food 

Canada, the International Equestrian Federation 

(FEI), the Canadian Olympic Committee 

Millridge Pony Club Celebrates Horse Week 

Millridge Pony Club Members 

participated in Horse Week 

event and received official certificates. 

A Show Jumping 

Clinic with Champion Frankie 

Chesler was held at Headwaters 

Farm, just outside of Fergus. 

Pictured with Chesler are Millridge 

Pony Club members 

Courtney Rogerson, Rebecca 

Grose and Brooke Richardson. 

National Horse week is held 

annually to promote and celebrate 

Canada’s thriving horse 

industry, Horse Week appeals to 

both horse enthusiasts and the 

public alike. Featuring a wide 

range of activities held across 

the country, including trail 

rides, equine showcases, charity 

events and competitions of all 

kinds, Horse Week has been 

growing steadily since its incep- 

tion in 2002. 

Photo by Sharon Salm 

593 LYNDEN ROAD 261 McPHERSON SCHOOL RD. 422 CONC. 14 • WALPOLE 

and Canadian Coaching Association 

of Canada as the national 

organization representing equestrian 

sport and equine interests in 

Canada. For more information 

about Equine Canada, please visit 


At Right: “Ashley Holzer was 

named the Dressage Canada Red 

Scarf Equestrian Athlete of the 

Month for May.” Photo Credit— 

Cealy Tetley 


Amazing views of the countryside from this attractive 20 acre hobby farm! Approx. 2100 sq ft. 4 

bedroom bungalow plus full basement with separate entrance, heated in ground pool, 2 paddocks, 

12’x40’ storage building, sheltered structure suitable for horses and a treed bush with creek running 

thru. Located 10 minutes east of Port Perry. 

Call Julie Curran, Sales Representative, Re/Max Scugog Realty Ltd. 

@ 905-985-4427 • www.MovingWithJulie.com 

Amazing custom home 

on 27.60 acres surrounded by the Ganaraska 

Forest with access to 1000's of Riding Trails. 

Privacy Galore! Zoned for a Bed and Breakfast! 

Five year old 40x100 Modern Barn with 

stalls and run-in, water and hydro. Fenced paddocks 

and hayfield. Home has over 3000 sq ft 

with a Gourmet Kitchen, 4 Fireplaces, Master 

has two - 7x14 walk-in Closets, 6pc Ensuite, 

Fireplace and a Walk-Out to Hot Tub and 2 

Tier Deck. Indoor Exercise Pool with Radiant 

Floors and Indoor Hot Tub. Basement has 

Three Walk-Outs. Tennis Court, Gazebos! 

Energy Efficient Home. Call Patti today for a 

Personal Tour! Enjoy the Lifestyle you have 

always wanted! $749,900 

88 ACRE 

FARM 

Exclusive 

Listing 

SOLD 

$609,900 

Rare opportunity! 

Excellent 7.3 acre Equestrian/ 

Horse Farm in one of Brant County’s 

most prestigious & scenic locations. 

Property has updated 1.725 sq. ft. 

bungalow & 28’ x 68’ horse barn w/ 

8 quality stalls. 

MLS 22069. 

Call Martin, Sales Rep. at 

(519) 754-6927 to view. 

MARTIN VLIETSTRA 


519-753-7311 

766 Colborne Street East, 

Brantford, ON 

$499,000 

150 Acre Farm on the 14 Conc. 

abutting the village of Springvale. 

Older 2 storey farm house w/ detached 

2 car garage. 10 acres of mixed bush, 

50 acres planted w/ hay 

& remaining portion used for pasture. 

Out buildings in good condition. 

New 40’ x 60’ driveshed. 40’ x 60’ 

older bank barn in good shape. 

MLS 21574. 

Call Martin, Sales Rep. at 

(519) 754-6927 to view. 

Royal Service Real Estate Inc. 

118 King Ave. E., Newcastle, ON L1B 1H5 

1-888-372-4140 

Patti 

Robertson, 

Sales 

Representative

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