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Judges Seminar to feature Saddleseat and Gaited Horses in 2014

The 2014 Judges Seminar has been set for March 29, 2014. We are happy to report that it will again be in Custer, Wi at the Heartland Stables. The clinician will be at Best Western in Plover with a live demonstration at Heartland Stables.

Judges, Judge candidates and auditors are welcome to attend and learn. Please fill out the enclosed registration form to sign up.

The clinician this year is Nicole Carswell -Tolle who has been a professional in the Tennesse Walking Horse industry for 25 years. She currently resides in Fountain, Colorado.

Nicole has held many positions within the Tennessee Walking Horse world. She provided instruction during judge education courses for NHSC and SHOW. She created the original Equitation Certification Judges Test; she

has judged several of the industry’s top shows including the National Fun Show and the WHOA International Colt and Pleasure Horse Show.

Nicole’s passion is teaching the art of riding instruction and how rider effectiveness applies to horse training. She is a strong advocate for youth as they are the foundation of tomorrow. She also strongly encourages adult riders to achieve their greatest potential regard-less of age.

Currently, Nicole travels to Europe twice a year for horsemanship and training camps.

Nicole is the author of Matter of Pride, Horsemanship for Riders of Tennes-see Walking Horses, has produced videos; Equitation and Show Ring Presentation, and Teaching Your Horse to Park.

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June 2017

2 Mission Statement 3 WSHCEF 4 WHC Award Winners 5 WHC Award Winners 6 District 3/NKMHTA Poker Ride 7 Dane County Trail Passes/ Excess Liability Insurance 8 All About the Horse 9 Recreation Opportunities 10 NEWDA news release 11 Scholarship Winners 12 JCDHA/Columbus Carriage

Festival

13 Midwest Horse Fair 14 Trail Quest 15 Classified Ads 16 Championship Challenge

Program 17 Championship Challenge

Open Show Awards Program 18 Championship Challenge

Sponsorship Form 19 Championship Challenge

Nomination Form 20 WHC Membership

Application 21 WHC Advertising form 22 McGowan Racing story 23 WHC Product Order Form 24 Carol Takacs ‘s Horse 25 UW River Falls Colt Sale 26 WHC Upcoming Events 27 Districts

Ride Wisconsin! WHC Trail Ride Drive Program Award Recipients

Below are pictures of some of the Ride Wisconsin! Program members and the awards that they received at the Midwest Horse Fair In April 2017.

L. to R.:Lori Gottsacker. Patty Wisneski, Sue List, Sharon Phimister, Gail Seasor, Sandy Misco

L. to R.: Sandy Misco, Carrie Quatsoe, Sharon Phimister, Sue List,

L. to R.: Carrie Quatsoe. Irene Petrik

Jill Feller

Our Mission Statement:

To represent and foster a unified equine industry in Wisconsin.

To promote the horse through leadership, education, service and communication.

And to take a proactive role in the future growth and development of the equine industry.

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Membership in the Wisconsin Horse Council is open to individuals, associations, businesses, societies, or other entities whose interests are in line with WHC’s purpose and Mission Statement. Our member-ship year will follow the calendar year. Members will also receive our monthly newsletter where FREE classified ads can be placed and reasonable 1/4, 1/2 and full page ads can be arranged. The newsletter reaches 500+ horse enthusiasts.

The Council employs a professional Lobbyist who works with us on pending legislation as needed for the equine industry.

We are constantly working on adding new benefits for our members. Please feel free to contact us with your comments or suggestions.

Wisconsin Horse Council Advertising Rates

* Please go to Page 21 for the advertising form.

Wisconsin Horse Council Executive Board 2016-2017

Executive Officers President - Nancy Edwards 262-623-9092 [email protected] Vice President - Katie Bachhuber 920-539-0601 [email protected] Secretary - Jill Feller 920-948-9502 [email protected] Treasurer - Ron Miller 608-873-3848 [email protected]

Executive Board Directors Past President - Karen Kroll, 608-795-2321, [email protected] Director at Large to WSHCEF & MHF - James Harris, 608-987-3600, [email protected] Director at Large - Karla Hankee, 608-606-0680, [email protected] District 1 Rep - Sheila Kisling, 715-651-1213, [email protected] District 2 Rep - Holly McMullen, 715-351-0961, [email protected] District 3 Rep - Bonnie Shepherd, 262-670-1426, [email protected] District 4 Rep - Floyd Finney, 608-868-4543, [email protected] District 5 Rep - Linda Catherman, 608-432-2599, [email protected]

Wisconsin Horse Council Staff Members Pam Pritchard - Newsletter Editor, Admin. Assist., [email protected] Darla Schack - Website Administrator, Admin. Assist., [email protected] P.O. Box 72, 121 S. Ludington St., Columbus, WI 53925 Phone: 920-623-0393 Fax: 920-623-0583 [email protected]

Midwest Horse Fair General Manager - Rhonda Reese [email protected] 131 S. Ludington St., Columbus, WI 53925 Phone: 920-623-5515 Fax: 920-623-5454

Check Out Our Product Order Form On Page 23.

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Wisconsin State Horse Council Equine Foundation

If you’d like to learn more about the Wisconsin State Equine Foundation-Go to our website (www.wisconsinhorsecouncil.org) and click on the Equine Foundation tab on top the website. Learn more about

the Foundation.

What is the mission statement of the WSHC Equine Foundation? The Wisconsin State Horse Council Equine Foundation was created to better serve Wisconsin's growing equestrian community and to help that community realize its fullest potential. The Foundation is a tax exempt, non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization and as such allows individuals to make tax-deductible contributions to support Wisconsin equine projects. The mission of the Equine Foundation is to support Wisconsin's expanding equestrian community by funding: ....Educational Initiatives ....Equine Research ....Trail Development ....Youth Scholarship and Participation What is our relationship with the Wisconsin State Horse Council? Wisconsin State Horse Council is our parent organization and the sole member of the WSHC Equine Foundation. WSHC Board of Directors are elected to serve on the WSHC Equine Foundation Board of Directors, along with non-WSHC individuals. The WSHC was incorporated in 1972 as an advocate for the equine owners and industry in the State of Wisconsin. It has grown to become the focus of the equine industry in Wisconsin. The Mission Statement of the Wisconsin State Horse Council is: To represent and foster a unified equine industry in Wiscon-sin. To promote the horse through leadership, education, service and communications, and to take a proactive role in the future growth and development of the equine industry in the State of Wisconsin. WSHC Equine Foundation is a federally approved 501C(3) non-profit corporation dedicated to the advancement of equine activities and the equine industry in general. The Foundation's main objectives are to promote education, research and development, charity, and scholarship opportunities for equestrians in Wisconsin.

Welcome to the Wisconsin State Horse Council Equine Foundation The bond between an equestrian and their equine is an experience worth cherishing; we are dedicated

to strengthening this bond and enriching the equestrian experience in Wisconsin through education, research, charity, and scholarship.

Visit our website www.wisconsinhorsecouncil.org– Go to the WSHCEF tab -near the top

WSHCEF Board of Directors President Gary Jackson Vice President Diane Sackett Secretary Linda Ernsberger Treasurer Lila Lemanski

Board of Directors & Volunteer Team James Harris Mike McGowan Karen Meekma Lee Sackett Margo Miller Sharon Hookstead Rich Ernsberger Gail Seasor Roxanne Kluge Dave Kluge

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Lifetime Achievement - Bruce Kornely To illustrate all of the contributions of our first Lifetime Achievement Award, Bruce Kornely, would take an epic movie, so we’re going to con-dense it all into a highlight reel. Bruce has been a member of the Branch River Riding Club for 56 years. He has served 19 terms as president, 19 years as horse show chairman, and often gives up showing his own horse to better serve the club. Bruce has served 13 terms as president of NEWPHA (Northeastern Wisconsin Pleasure Horse Association), has written the by-laws for the association, and has found time to show his own horse occasionally. Perhaps the event most connected to Bruce is Horse-O-Rama. He has been the treasurer for Horse-O-Rama for 28 years, has spent endless hours making the event successful, and was instrumental in getting the event incorporated. Under Bruce’s management, the Horse-O-Rama organiza-tion has been able to raise over $300,000 which has been invested in the Manitowoc County Equine Facili-ties. Bruce judges many 4-H and open shows, is still involved with showing and breeding Arabians and Half-Arabians, and still coaches many youth. All of this makes one wonder, how does Bruce find time to sleep!

Lifetime Achievement - Fran Gross When Fran Gross was around ten years old, his father told him he was old enough to help on the farm, and he had the choice of either driving the tractor or walking behind a team of horses. Fran chose the team of horses and ended up being a very good teamster as just a child. That

love for horses turned into a passion, and Fran has been showing county and state fairs in the Midwest for over forty years. He annually participates in the Great Circus Parades driving horses pulling circus wagons with live, wild animals in the wagons! Fran has shown horses at many city festivals, weddings, anniversaries, funerals, hayrides, sleigh rides, pumpkin patches, Christmas tree farm rides, and parades. For many years, Fran was a highlight at Midwest Horse Fair with his four abreast team of Percherons. He would demonstrate “spinning the top” where four horses, side by side, would trot toward one side of the wagon all the way around in a tight circle with the wagon staying in place. Fran loves promoting draft horses to youth. He has taken many youth under his wing and has taught them how to care for and drive horses. Fran is a charter member of the Jefferson County Draft Horse Association and has served as its president. You will not find a man more dedicated to the horse industry than Fran Gross.

Director of the Year - Karen Kroll The Director of the Year, Karen Kroll, is one of the most active members of the Wisconsin Horse Council. Her committee work spans the entire gamut of horse council business. Karen has served as council secretary, presi-dent, and has served on and chaired many council committees. She has worked with the DNR to promote horse trails, and she regularly informs the council of public meetings, so the horse industry can be heard about trail use. Karen understands that for the horse industry to thrive, equestrians need to stay informed and active. Karen is a driving force for the Wisconsin Horse Council and gives tirelessly of herself and her time for the betterment of the equine industry.

Judge of the Year - Tia Koehler The Wisconsin Horse Council’s judge of the year, Tia Koehler, started judging around nine years ago. She junior judged under former judges of

the year, Ron Miller and Dana Panella, and was a ring steward and scribe for many of the quarter horses shows where she learned from as many pros as she could. She tries to treat every contestant with the utmost respect. As Tia say, “To that exhibitor, today may be the biggest show of their life, just getting in the ring may have been the biggest challenge.” Tia takes personal pride in her judging, always trying to help the youth when she can, and she always keeps smiling. She feels it’s a privilege to work with the youth in the state every summer and encourage them to rise up to their personal greatness. She has judged in 15 Wisconsin counties and has also given clinics and educational talks. She has revisited the majority of the counties in one way or another to reed-ucated or return as a judge. When asked about her personal background, Tia responded with the following: “I do not feel my personal ac-complishments in the arena or as an exhibitor create any greatness as a judge. I feel watching the exhibitors who have taken my advice, challenged themselves, and found the very best bond with their horse is the accom-

plishment. I judge with heart; I judge with fresh eyes for every class. I help the kids where I can because they are the future of our horse indus-try. I feel every horse has greatness, every horse has a place. It may not be in the show arena or trail; it might be in somebody’s back yard be-ing their best friend for the rest of their life. I love being a horse show judge and clinician, but mostly, a mom to horseshow daughters.

Wisconsin Horse Council Proudly Presents it’s 2017 Award Winners


Horseperson of the Year Award - Liz Rice-Beula (Tie) Liz Rice-Beula is the owner and trainer at Victory Lane Riding Academy in Marathon, Wisconsin. Lessons and training Hackney Ponies and Saddlebreds may be her primary job, but she takes it much further with doing youth camps and clinics, and judging shows as a Wisconsin Horse Council certified judge. Liz has had over thirty years of training, instructing, and show experience. She has won many world champion-ships with a variety of breeds in a whole range of disciplines, from saddle seat to western to driving. Liz still stays very grounded. She welcomes both youth and adults, beginners and experienced showmen, from 4-H level to Class A showing. Liz’s expertise goes far beyond just educating. She provides a wonderful learning environment for both beginners and experienced riders. Liz is able to make every lesson fun while keeping safety a priority. Liz is also a huge advocate for promoting the breeds she trains. In the Saddlebred world, if a horse is not World Champion material, they often end up sold at auctions or left out to pasture. Often these very well bred horses are forgotten about and registration papers are lost. Liz has found many a diamond in the rough and rehabbed them into lesson horses, re-homed to loving homes forever homes, and even won World Champion titles by re-training them. To help decrease the number of Hackneys and Saddlebreds with lost papers, Liz has become a strong advocate for micro chipping every new horse that comes to her barn. One of her students, Sam, probably summarized Liz the best by saying, “Liz doesn’t just teach us things about how to show and ride. She teaches us life lessons as well. Liz is like family to all of us at the barn. Whenever us kids need help either in school or with life problems, she can always offer good advice. I love the amazing sportsmanship and teamwork she teaches.” Horseperson of the Year Award - Jackie Devine-Pertzborn (Tie) Jackie Devine-Pertzborn has been supporting the equine industry in Wisconsin her entire life. She has been a showman, breeder, member,

officer, and chairman in multiple associations and, in the last decade, a strong mentor and role model for youth and adults. Over the past ten years Jackie has developed a royalty program for the Wisconsin Pony of Americas Club. Youth have an opportunity to apply for available royalty seats. The applicants are judged by individuals independent from the club, and the chosen royalty are crowned at the annual awards banquet. Jackie has made sure this pro-gram is not about what is given to these youth but what these youth can give back to the organization and commu-nities. Throughout the year these royalty proudly wear their sashes and crowns representing the Wisconsin Pony of the Americas at tack sales, equine events, boarding and training barns, feed stores, parades, food pantries, nursing homes, radio stations, television stations, and newspapers throughout Wisconsin. Jackie encourages and supports these efforts – sometimes by even driving the youth to the events. All of these promotional actions by the youth and Jackie provide the public and others within the horse industry an admirable look at horses, youth and volunteering for

something one loves. Jackie’s efforts are so important in the equine industry, because without youth involvement, the industry has no future

Wisconsin Horse Council Proudly Presents it’s 2017 Award Winners

Equine of the Year - Tinker owned by Carol Takacs While we often hear about charities raising money to support equines, this year’s Wisconsin Horse Council’s Equine of the Year, Tinker, does just the opposite. Tinker uses all of his 2 and ½ feet of height to raise money for the Salvation Army. Tinker also visits many clients at an in-tergenerational day care serving children, the frail elderly, adults with cognitive and physical disabilities, and those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. For many of the young people at the center, Tinker is their first exposure to an equine. For many older adults at the center, Tinker brings back memories of growing up on a farm. Many of the clients in the Alzheimer’s and dementia program can be heard laughing and talking with Tinker. When Tinker is volunteering for the Salvation Army, he performs many tricks to gather more donations. He understands commands such as “pick it up,” “move your head,” and “hold.” Knowing these commands allows him to hold the bell, shake the bell and pick up a banner that says, “Thank you Merry Christmas.” Tinker sometimes receives 10 times more than the average bell ringer! Tinker is a real celebrity with over 1500 face book friends. He also has appeared in the Mil-waukee Journal Sentinel, Good Morning America’s site, Associated Press, Country Woman magazine, countless news-papers throughout the country and the Stars and Stripes. Carol Takacs, Tinker’s owner, knows she’s very lucky. Carol says, “It’s such a privilege to own and work with such an amazing little horse and we are blessed to have him in out lives. He has brought so much happiness, delight, bliss and hope into the lives of so many.”

Lifetime Achievement - Kristin Urban Every baseball team wants a utility player, and Kristin Urban can easily claim that title for the Arabian breed. Kristin has served the Wisconsin Desert Horse Association for 30 years, and has served on every position of that organization. She has promoted the Arabian horse by working in booths at Midwest Horse Fair for both the WDHA and WAHA. She has designed flyers and brochures for the Arabian events, chaired many of the shows as well as acting as the announcer for various activities. Kristin has been a longtime horse owner, breeder, and competitor. She has bred Class A Championship, Regional, and National champion horses that have won awards for their owners. In 2015 Kristin was a key coordinator in the successful breed promotion at Horse-O-Rama that garnered a national win in the breed promotion category. This award as presented at the National Arabian Horse Association Convention in Tulsa OK.


Mondovi schools welcome new equestrian team

From The Country Today & Pat Mcknight MONDOVI — An equestrian team is the newest athletic club in the Mondovi School District. The fledgling team of five riders from the district’s middle and high school recently finished its first year of competition in the Wisconsin Interscholastic Horsemanship Association.

The team started when local horsewoman Jean Sandberg looked into whether a riding team could be formed through the school district.

“For several years, I had heard of different schools having all kinds of teams other than the usual football, basketball, volleyball, tennis, etc.,” Sandberg said. “Because our family has always been involved with horses, I wondered about horse teams.

Doing research on the Internet, Sandberg found several horse show associations connected with school districts, but only WIHA offered both pleasure and timed event classes.

Founded in 2007, WIHA promotes horsemanship education for students in grades six through 12 and sponsors activities to encourage interscholastic participation with adult leadership.

Sandberg found WIHA’s values embodied the goals, philosophy and standards that were in line with what she envisioned for a team. The goal of WIHA is to get as many schools as possible to recognize horseback riding and handling as a sport and allow the students to earn an athletic letter.

“Some of the riders don’t compete in any other sports, and it is their chance to shine just as others do in other sports,” Sandberg said. “Because the age of our riders is contingent on being in sixth through 12th grade, many of our student riders are too young to meet the high school lettering requirements. Those riders not in high school receive a participation pin and anxiously await the time when they too can become letter winners.”

After Sandberg found there was interest in forming an equestrian club in the Mondovi area, she and the group went before the district’s school board and asked to have the club approved.

“After presenting all the pros and cons to the board, we were given the go-ahead,” Sandberg said, “and so, plans began in earnest.”

The five members of the team are Alissa Hopp, 10th grade; Kira Lee, eighth grade; Autumn Morrow, seventh grade; Emma Sandberg, seventh grade; and Brooke Vinck, 12th grade.

Alissa became a member of the team because she wanted to enjoy a favorite pastime that was recognized by her school.

“Being a part of the first ever Mondovi Equestrian Team means so much to me,” Alissa. “I feel like we are such an incredibly strong team and I am so thankful for everybody.”

WIHA divides the state into districts where the school teams compete with other teams for the chance to show at the state level. Riders compete for an overall team score. Located in Buffalo County, the Mondovi team is in District 9 along with Jackson, La Crosse, Monroe and Trempealeau counties.

.”The newly formed Mondovi Equestrian Team recently completed their first year of competition in the Wisconsin Interscholastic Horsemanship Association. Team members include Alissa Hopp, Kira Lee, Autumn Morrow, Emma Sandberg and Brooke Vinck.

New…..New…..New Wisconsin Horse Council

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FREE….Upcoming Events section on our Website.

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District 3 & NKMHTA are sponsoring a POKER RIDE & OBSTACLE COURSE on Saturday, June 3rd, 2017. Camping available Friday night June 2nd. WIS, DNR FUN FREE WEEKEND. For more information go to link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/east-twin-river-outlaws-2017-performance-trail-obstacle-challenge-tickets-33174831815 or call Lacey Swetlik 920-323-9145 (text or Call).

The 2017 Judge’s Directory will be updated and will read that the judge’s who recently completed the 2017 Judge seminar test will show their card expires in 2020.

Time to Ride Challenge Kicks Off May 1st The 2017 Time to Ride Challenge launches, connecting new enthusiasts to horses.

The 2017 Time to Ride Challenge began May 1st for the $100,000 grassroots contest’s fourth year. Already, hundreds of events nationwide are planned by hosts who share the mission of connecting brand-new enthusiasts to horses. Stables, clubs and businesses are working toward growing their own reach and client base while earning cash and prizes and, most im-portantly, nurturing the next generation of participants in the equine industry. On a beautiful Monday morning in Mineral Wells, Texas, families pulled up to 2 Irons Ranch to interact with horses for the first time. Stick horse races, educational activities, grooming, saddling and riding awaited the enthusiastic new participants. A min-iature donkey welcomed even the smallest fans with a soft nose to pet at the perfect height. Ranch owner and manager Don-na Waldrup enthused, “We hosted our first event yesterday and it was awesome fun! The children are very excited about com-ing back to ride!” The Challenge takes place through September 30th and registration is still open!


Excess Liability Insurance This $1,000,000 Excess Liability Insurance policy is an optional member benefit. Become an individual member of WHC and choose this valuable protection today. The value of this benefit is tremendous! Cost of equine liability insurance is estimated to range from $300 to $400 per year to the average horse owner...if purchased individually. Wisconsin Horse Council Individual Membership Cost w/ Excess Liability Insurance: only $40 per year. If an owner’s horse hurts someone or damages someone’s property, the rider and owner can be held responsible for the damages. Even if proven not liable, you could incur considerable legal defense costs. Seldom is equine liability insurance extended from homeowners policies. $1,000,000 Equine Excess Personal Liability Insurance is an optional benefit available with an Individual or Family membership with the Wisconsin Horse Council. Coverage Highlights *Legal liability which may result from an accident or occurrence involving a WHC Member’s horse or horse-drawn vehicle. Protection is provided for the negligence arising out of the use, or ownership, which may cause accidental bodily injury or property damage, including damage to another horse. *Protection is provided if you are performing or competing in horse shows, clinics or demonstrations. *Damages caused by a horse while grazing, stabled, or where the horse is not in the control of the Member. *Defense and legal costs affiliated or in connection with any claim. *Coverage is included for the Member giving permission to any person to use his horse or horse-drawn vehicle. *Protection is considered “excess” over any valid and/or collectable insurance (i.e. farm, home, etc.) For Members without primary policies the excess liability will be considered “primary”. *Children under 18 years of age are covered under a parent’s policy. *Any horse, pony or mule is considered eligible under the terms and condition of the policy. *You do not have to be a Wisconsin resident to become a WHC individual member and get this protection. *Business and professional pursuits, rodeo, and racing exposures are excluded. *Coverage is provided through Equisure, Inc., one of the nation’s leading equine insurance specialists, and underwritten at Lloyd’s, London.

Judge Seminar 2018

Planning for the 2018 Judges Seminar is already underway. Next years topic will be Horsemanship and we are very excited to have respected judge, clinician and coach Stephanie Lynn as next years clinician. The Judges Seminar will again be held at the Rawhide Boys Ranch on April 7, 2018.

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All About the Horse by Pat Stevenson

On May 6th, District 5 of the Wisconsin Horse Council, held a horse event at Theisen's in Sparta titled "All About The Horse." The purpose of this event was to allow adults and children the opportunity to be around hors-es. Informational and educational handouts were provided by a number of national and state associations. Drawings for gift certificates were also held.

Those bringing horses included Susie Weiss with her Morgan, Ed Johnson with a Quarter Horse, and Todd Waldera who

brought a Quarter Horse mare with a foal. Mike McGowan also brought in two Quarter Horses, including Cisco the 2016 WHC Equine award winner.

This event was the first of its kind in the area and brought in an estimated 300 people. Lance Wiersema, manager at Theisen's, provided the arena panels for the pens along with tote bags for the handouts and treats for the kids to feed the horses. Susie Weiss commented that her Morgan had more treats in one day than he had in his entire life!

The Sparta Area Cancer Society (SACS) was also on hand, selling hot dogs, to support their cause. It turned out to be very beneficial to them as well.

Sitting L to R-Abby Hinz, Mike McGowan, Patti McGowan Standing L to R- Pat Jenkins, Deb Spencer, Todd Waldera, Karli Hudson, Pat Stevenson, Ed Johnson, Susie Weiss, Lance Wiersema (Lance is Theisen’s store manager)

Two brothers having fun.

Why should I belong to WHC? This is the only organization that is here for the horse and the people who own them or simply love them. We are not a breed organization, a saddle club, or a riding discipline. We exist solely for the welfare of the horse and the betterment of our industry as a whole. Membership in WHC connects you with other horse people who share your concerns and brings you to a broader view of the equine industry. The strength of our voice is in direct proportion to the size of membership. How many members we have is what always matters to officials. Often, people belong to organizations in relation to their profession; you should belong to this organization in relation to your passion. WHC represents the horse people of Wisconsin, and the horse people of Wisconsin need to support their state organization through membership.


Governor Dodge….What a deal! Definition of Deal: 1) To distribute cards to players in accordance with the rules of the game 2) An agreement entered into by two or more parties, a bargain.

Have we got the DEALS for you! On June 4, 2017 the Friends of Governor Dodge-Equestrians will be hosting their 3rd annual spring fundraiser. This year partici-pants will ride the beautiful trails of Governor Dodge State Park in hopes of col-lecting a winning poker hand! In addition to a great excuse to get in the saddle and hit the trails, our “Ante Up for Governor Dodge” event will feature a delicious picnic lunch and the opportunity to take home some GREAT raffle prizes. No knowledge of the rules of poker is required. No horse? No problem! Our park naturalist will be leading a nature hike with a similar theme. The cost, whether you ride or hike, is $30 per participant. Proceeds will be used to support equine projects at the park. Register by May 15 to get a free T shirt. To sweeten the DEAL even further, the DNR will waive vehicle sticker fees and trail pass fees for this event! We are betting that you won’t want to miss this fun event for a great cause. See you on June 4th at Governor Dodge State Park.

Can’t attend? How about being a sponsor

For more information: [email protected] or donating a raffle prize? We appreciate your support!

Recreation Opportunities Analysis Updates - May 2017 The Recreation Opportunities Analysis will examine existing outdoor-based recreation opportunities and future recreation needs in eight regions throughout Wisconsin and identify future priorities for providing high-quality recreation experiences and the potential role of DNR properties in helping to meet these priorities.

The department hosted three open house meetings in Arbor Vitae, Park Falls, and Antigo on April 24, 25, and 26, respectively. These open houses gathered public comments, ideas, concerns, and perspectives on the existing recreation opportunities available in the region and future needs. The open houses were also provided an opportunity for the public to provide comments and perspectives on existing and potential future recreation opportunities at the Northern Highlands American Legion State Forest. These meetings were well attended with over 150 people giving helpful feedback to DNR staff.

Materials viewed at these public open houses can be found online at dnr.wi.gov, keyword "ROA”.

The department also developed a public input form (both online and hardcopy versions) that was available from April 10 through May 6. Over 2,700 people submitted comments, and DNR staff are currently reviewing the results and will create a document summarizing the public comments.

Additional public open houses will be held in the future in all seven other regions of the state. Dates and location will be announced when these open houses are scheduled.

For more information regarding the ROA process, contact Cameron Bump, DNR parks and recreation specialist, at 715-839-2786 or via email at [email protected].


NEWDA Southern Chapter News Release Kris Blacklock, NEWDA Southern Chapter

NEW Dressage Association Inc (NEWDA) Southern Chapter is serious about having FUN! We actively encourage handlers and riders of all ages to learn and use classical dressage fundamentals with their horses, regardless of age, breed or discipline and have fun along the way. In January we held a Dressage Word Search and ‘Draw It’ Contest for youth and adult members and guests. Kids were asked to draw a picture of a horse in his/her paddock; Adults drew a lesson plan for a freshly groomed arena. Congratulations to Jessica Gorman 1st place (13-18 yr old); Cecelia Conway 1st place (Adult Amateur) and Stacey Gorman Honorable Mention (Adult Amateur).

In March, the How Fuzzy was S/He Photo Contest (Shedding Out, A Good Roll in the Mud, Glad It’s Spring and Deworming) yielded expressive de-worming face and shedding out photos. Siboney Jet Takoda, Kris Blacklock’s 18 yr. old Rocky Mountain Horse exhibitsan animated personality by wrinkling his entire face for several minutes when the vet arrives, if anyone is getting medicine and especially after his spring/fall deworming.

Samantha Bailey, 7 yr old daughter of Michelle and Ryan Bailey captured SKM Timeless (Seiko), their 23 yr old Morgan shedding out. Adult Amateur Stacey Gorman documented Paint A Masquerade’s pile of fur after a spring grooming session.

You and your equine are welcome to join in on our FUN! In June, enter our Dressage Photo Contest (Groundwork/Under Saddle,

Preparing for a Show, Special Event or Funniest Moment). In September, contestants are asked to create dressage artwork of choice (coloring book page clip art, pencil drawing, origami, painting, quilt top or pillow, glass work, garden art, jewelry, metal sculpture, etc) illustrating dressage and submit a photo of your artwork and include a brief narrative as to what inspired you. For creative authors, in December you can enter our

Dressage Essay Contest. Contestants are asked to write an essay on any of the following topics (Groundwork – Gaining respect or Pre-Ride checklist, Benefits of dressage, Who do you admire and why? Or What book or article inspired your horsemanship).

NEWDA Southern Chapter is a friendly energetic group of equine enthusiasts throughout Southern Wisconsin who love to create opportunities for our members and guests to learn and engage in the sport of dressage for their enjoyment, their improvement and for the benefit of their horse(s), through education, live and virtual clinics plus live and virtual competition within an atmosphere of mutual respect and support. There are no boundaries or limits. We encourage our youth, adult amateurs and professionals to dream, achieve and succeed by supporting each other regardless of tack or saddle preference. We ask members to be ambassadors for all aspects of dressage within the equestrian community within Wisconsin and across state lines. ‘Join’ our NEWDA Southern Chapter Facebook group. Visit the New Dressage Association \Inc www.newdressage.org to see all that NEWDA offers YOU!

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SKM Timeless (Seiko) Before/After

Paint A Masquerade Before/After


The following individuals were awarded WHC Scholarships in 2017. Thank you to all who applied, and congratulations to the winners!

$1,900.00 WHC SCHOLARSHIP Danielle Lampe $900.00 WHC SCHOLARSHIPS Mikayla Johnson - Mikayla is also the recipient of the $200.00 Jefferson County Draft Horse

Association Scholarship. Brianna Radtke Kayla Oelhafen Natalie Siedschlag Taylor Adleman

Roselawn Elementary THANK YOU

The Roselawn Elementary fourth grade teachers and students in Chetek, WI, would like to thank you for sponsoring the Wisconsin Agriculture booklets. The materials are comprehensive and up to date, and the activities are creative and make it fun to learn about agriculture.

Word search puzzles are fun as well as vocabulary boosters. The recipes were interesting and some of the students tried them at home. We love to “taste” some of the lessons, such as cranberries and maple syrup. The variety of information and activities kept the students interest.

Again, thank you! We look forward to using these booklets year after year.

Sincerely,

Elle Bogdan, Ellen Schubbe, Mike Ohde

And all the children that enjoyed the books.


Jefferson County Draft Horse Association

Hope everyone enjoyed the Midwest Horse Fair. It was a great weekend with excellent weather for it. Now with that behind us all the show season and other events are coming up.

We will be at Old World Wisconsin in July 29-30 but might be doing something we haven’t done in many years. We will be cutting and picking up the loose hay. The fields might be cut ahead of time so that the hay can dry then we will rake it so the other side dries then pick it up to store in the barn for the winter. In September 9-10 we will again be plowing, disking and dragging the fields. In October we will be logging and taking the logs to the saw mill with the scraps being taken to the villages for use next year. The Omnibus will be out giving rides at Old World Wisconsin.

All our appearances at Old World Wisconsin are made possible by the grant we receive from the Wisconsin Horse Council. This grant helps defray the cost of fuel to get to Old World Wisconsin.

On behalf of the Jefferson County Draft Horse Association, I would like to thank the Wisconsin Horse Council for selecting us to receive one of the grants. It is greatly appreciated by the teamsters to help offset the cost of transporting their horses and equipment to Old World Wisconsin.

Jackie Schuster

Columbus Carriage Festival Columbus Carriage Festival Returns to Father’s Day Weekend

Columbus, Wis. – The annual gathering of mid-west horses, carriages, drivers, and spectators will return to Father’s Day weekend on June 17th and 18th at Fireman’s Park in downtown Columbus, Wisconsin. This annual free event is a spectacular display of disciplined horses of many breeds and sizes, as well as fancy carriages, and well-groomed drivers. Again this year on Sunday will be the Father’s Day class in which the driver, passenger, or horse is a father. The ever-popular Carriage Dog Class is planned for Saturday as is the Concours d’Elegance, where the most elegant turnout of the show is selected.

Come enjoy the variety of turnouts from miniature to draft horses, put to elegant antique carriages as well as mod-ern day vehicles. Olivet Church and the Columbus Legion will offer delicious lunch and treat options. Classes start at 8:00am both days and run until about 4pm Saturday and 3pm Sunday. More information can be found at www.columbuscarriagefestival.org.


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If you've done your homework, you know that Midwest Horse Fair reaches tens of thousands of horse lovers each year! What a perfect place to promote or sell your equine-‐related products! Just think -‐ the largest 3-‐day horse fair in America with over 61,000 aGendees, 700 horses and close to 300 clinics. That adds up to a lot of people who are ready to spend their money on your products!

You don't have to be a professional to give high scores on this year's Midwest Horse Fair events! Everything from Breed Demos to CompeQQons to Midwest Horse Fair Star Search were an A+ in our books!

Now you can enjoy these events for years to come by ordering DVD’s from the Midwest Horse Fair online store. DVD's are available of all events occurring in the Blain's Farm & Fleet Coliseum, Hutchison Arena, HW Brand Arena and Nutrena Arena. Recorded in high-‐definiQon by Revma Media, these DVDs will help your memories last a lifeQme. Ordering is easier than ever! Sort by event, add to your cart and pay by credit card online.

Not only will you find DVD’s for purchase, but stunning photos as

well! Taken by Midwest Horse Fair official photographer, John Maniaci, photos from 2017 fair will let you relive the days gone by. Visit www.MidwestHorseFair.com and visit the online store to find pictures that speak a thousand words!

Apply to become an exhibitor today and see if you graduate to the next level! Space fills up quickly and preference is given to applicants with equine related products. Prices vary by locaQon and size of space. Please visit www.MidwestHorseFair.com to fill out a 2018 New Exhibitor ApplicaQon and let’s count on 2018 being a very successful year!


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Trail Quest 2017

It is now Trail Quest’s fifth year!! Thank you to all those who have participated in this program. The trail's chosen for 2017 are:

District Trail Name TB page # Comments

1 Holy Cross Horse Trails 32 Camping by permit. Contact Price county forestry

department.

2 Popple Ridge 84 Rough camping at trail head. Alternate camping a 9

Mile All Sport Resorts

3 Reforestation Camp 106 Rough camping at the nearby Machickanee Forest.

4 Southern Kettle Moraine 146

5 Eagle View Trail 200 Trempealeau County

Trail Quest Rules:

1. You must have a clear picture of you and your horse by the trail head sign or kiosk showing the name of the trail.

You must send all five (5) pictures to me, Carrie Quatsoe via the Wisconsin Horse Council office or email them to me at [email protected].

2. You must be a member of the Wisconsin Horse Council and the Ride Wisconsin program to be eligible.

You must be available to pick up your award at the Midwest Horse Fair April 2018.

We will have a wildcard to replace one of the listed trails. If you cannot get to one of the trails, you can replace it with six (6) hours of trail work for a recognized riding club. The work must be done on one of Wisconsin's horse trails. Just download the form from the Wisconsin Horse Council - Ride Wisconsin site. Fill it out completely and have it signed by one of the officers of the riding club you have chosen to assist. Send this form along with your pictures.

For more information on the trails chosen for Trail Quest, go to Trailmeister.com.


Allenton Elementary School District of Slinger

We would like to thank you for your generosity in sponsoring the 4th grade classroom resource books, “This Business Called Agriculture.” They are such an important part of our study of Wisconsin agriculture. We use them to support our text, visit to an area farm, quest speakers , and videos. The variety of businesses and products represented in the books really keeps the students interested. We really appreciate you playing a part in providing these for our classroom.

Thank You!

Allenton Elementary School

4th Grade Teachers and Students

Taylor Adleman-

Thank you for your support in both my future career and academics. I can’t begin to express how much the scholarship means to me. I truly appreciate your generosity.

Taylor Adleman-

Thank you for your support in both my future career and academics. I can’t begin to express how much the scholarship means to me. I truly appreciate your generosity.



Divisions:

☼ Halter:

Eligible classes: all halter classes, sport horse, hunter-in-hand

☼ Showmanship:

Eligible classes: all showmanship classes

☼ Western Walk/Jog only:

Eligible classes: western pleasure/horsemanship, bareback pleasure/horsemanship, trail, egg & spoon, ride-a-buck. Showbill must indicate the class is a walk/jog(trot) only class.

☼ Western Performance:

Eligible classes: western pleasure/horsemanship, bareback pleasure/horsemanship, trail, reining, western riding, western pattern, disciplined rail, ranch riding, egg & spoon, ride-a-buck

☼ English Walk/Trot only:

Eligible classes: hunt seat (english) pleasure/equitation, bareback pleasure/equitation, hunter hack, jumping, trail, egg & spoon, ride-a-buck.

Showbill must indicate the class is a walk/trot only class.

☼ English Performance:

Eligible classes: hunt seat (english) pleasure/equitation, bareback pleasure/equitation, hunter hack, road hack, saddleseat pleasure/equitation, dressage suitability under saddle, equitation over fences, working hunter, jumping, disciplined rail, trail, egg & spoon, ride-a-buck

☼ Driving:

Eligible classes: pleasure, reinsmanship, obstacles, scurry, fine harness, ground driving, double jeopardy, cones, gamblers choice, utility driving, roadster

☼ Speed/Gymkhana:

Eligible classes: barrels, poles, keyhole, stake, speed & action, flag, catalog, bribe-a- horse, ball & pail, hug-a-cowboy or any timed event. No team events.

Yearly Awards: ☼Year End Grand Champion and Reserve Champion in each division and age group (except halter) Cumulative Awards: You may take as many years as you need to work up to these awards. But remember, it must be the same horse/exhibitor combination for the award. ►Bronze Merit Award

Must accumulate 200 points in a single division ►Silver Merit Award

Must accumulate 300 points in a single division ►Gold Merit Award

Must accumulate 500 points in a single division ►Platinum Champion Award

Must accumulate 1,000 points in a single division ►Supreme Champion Award

Must accumulate 400 points in three different divisions

The Wisconsin Horse Council is excited to offer this new Open Show Award program! As with all new ventures, some adjustments may need to be made to insure a competitive and fair program. We will review the program at the end of the first year. The committee will take into consideration any constructive suggestions and insights submitted

by participants. (we can possibly make a form for them to fill out at the end of the year )

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We would greatly appreciate your sponsorship support to ensure the success of this program.

Types of sponsorships: Friend of the Program - $50 or less

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Reserve Champion - $51--$100 • Thank you article with your name/business name listed on our website • Your website or Facebook page linked to your name in the thank you article. • Your name/business name listed as a sponsor displayed at the WHC booth at Midwest Horse Fair • Free business card ad on our website and newsletter for 3 months.

Grand Champion - $101-$200 • Thank you article with your name/business name listed on our website • Your website or Facebook page linked to your name in the thank you article. • Your name/business name listed as a sponsor displayed at the WHC booth at Midwest Horse Fair • Free business card ad on our website and newsletter for 6 months. • Assist with award presentation

Merit Award - $201 and over • Thank you article with your name/business name listed on our website • Your website or Facebook page linked to your name in the thank you article. • Your name/business name listed as a sponsor displayed at the WHC booth at Midwest Horse Fair • Free business card ad on our website and newsletter for 9 months. • Assist with award presentation • Ability to have your name/logo included on one of the cumulative awards

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Nomination Information: Please place an “X” next to the Division(s) and Age group that you wish to nominate your team (horse/exhibitor combination) in. Your nomination form and appropriate payment must be received by the Wisconsin Horse Council office at least one day prior to participation in the first show that you wish to use to qualify for points. Please see the program rules for further information.

DIVISION AGE GROUP (choose only one) _____ Halter (no age group needed) _____ Junior Junior: 11 & under

_____ Showmanship _____ Junior: 12-17

_____ Western Walk/Jog _____ Senior: 18-39

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_____ English Walk/Trot

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For McGowan, long road back leads full circle by Ted Black

“There was just something about the chemistry that me and Down Town Allen had,” McGowan, 37, said, having piloted the Casey homebred to 21 wins and roughly 90 percent of her career earnings. “Each time I climbed aboard her, she knew what to expect from me and I knew what to expect from her. It didn’t matter if we were going 4 1/2 furlongs or seven furlongs, we just had complete confidence in one another. I rode Russell Road a few times, but I never got along with any horse like I did with Down Town Allen. She was just special to me and always will be.”

McGowan has ridden other horses for Casey in his return, and the trainer praised the rider for his character and personality as much as his skills in the irons. Casey said the two have been friends for a long time.

“Matt and I go back a long ways,” Casey said. “He’s a great friend. I’m glad that he came back. We had a lot of good times when Down Town Allen was running up here and winning stakes, but even when he’s not riding for me, I have a lot of respect for Matt. We’ve done a lot of things together outside the track. I know it was tough on him sitting out a while, but he really wanted to come back. I don’t think he’s lost anything. He still looks confident on a horse and he’s out there to get the most out of a horse that he can, whether it’s for me or anyone else that puts him up.”

McGowan notched his first career stakes victory aboard Sweet Music for owner-breeder Naomi Long, also his mother-in-law, and last month he guided Hot Mic to a 21-1 upset in the Coin Collector Stakes for state-bred three-year-olds for Figgins and Long. Hot Mic had won his career debut just three weeks earlier, then overhauled the speedy filly Cuttin Edge Tech in the lane to score between horses in an emotional win for both trainer and rider.

“Winning that race for Ollie and my mother-in-law, Naomi, meant that my career had come full circle,” McGowan said. “I know Ollie has always been fond of that horse and he always showed me some ability in the mornings. I think his best races are going to be longer. I like the way he finishes and I can’t wait to see how he does stretching out to two turns here. But that race meant a lot to me. I’ve always been grateful that Ollie and Naomi had faith in my ability to ride and that win truly meant I had come full circle.”

Figgins had grown attached to Hot Mic in the weeks leading up to his career debut, and he stood next to the horse in the winner’s circle with tears visibly welling up in his eyes. Figgins had also welcomed McGowan back to the races with open arms and the jockey’s morning gallops aboard Hot Mic were equally as important to the rider as they were to the juvenile colt, gelded in the weeks between his debut score and his stakes victory.

“Matt has always been an aggressive rider and I don’t think the time away from the races affected him at all,” Figgins said. “He’s still looking to put your horse in the race early. I thought he rode Hot Mic perfectly the first start and then he rode another great race on him in the Coin Collector. He’s always done well for me. I’ve always been fond of Hot Mic. He’s such a neat little horse. I’m glad that his first stakes win was Matt’s first stakes win back. I’m hoping they win a few more together.”

Though both Figgins and McGowan seemed more eager to see how Hot Mic, a son of Fiber Sonde, would fare going two turns, you have to run in the races the track uses, which means that he will race on Wednesday, May 17 in a 4 1/2 furlong sprint.

Figgins said the Long homebred would get some time off after the race to begin preparing for the state-bred stakes this summer and fall, which means that if he and McGowan are to win a few more stakes together, they’ll have to wait

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MADISON — If there’s an “adorable” gauge for horse, Tinker, the 2017 Horse of the Year is a solid 10. People at the recent Midwest Horse Fair were charmed by the 18-year-old miniature horse owned by Carol and Joseph Takacs of Allenton.

Tinker is a professional charmer. For his entire life he has brought smiles to the faces of many including those in nursing homes, rehab centers, and mental health facilities to mention only a few, says Carol Takacs. Tinker also is an aggressive philanthropist having learned how to ring the bell for the Salvation Army Red Kettle fund-raiser.

“He’ll pick up the bells with his lips and shake them,” Takacs said. “When he’s done he'll put them down and look for a carrot. Sometimes he’ll try to get that carrot after a short ring so I won’t give it to him every time.”

So far, the bell ringing has been confined to places in Wisconsin. But the whole family is wondering if this charita-ble trick may not lead to bigger venues. Times Square in New York? How about an international appearance in Canada? No telling how much good Tinker can do.

It’s hard to know how much money Tinker has raised over the years for the Salvation Army but it’s safe to say the sum is significant. Philanthropy combined with year-round performances and appearances in many charitable spaces earned Tinker the Horse of the Year award from the Wisconsin Horse Council. Tinker and Carol were recog-nized officially during a ceremony in the Coliseum during the horse fair.

“We have an act that includes Tinker, my Tennessee Walking horse, and our Papillon,” she said. “Although it is a little dull in the winter and Tinker hangs around looking for something to do.”

There are many opportunities. The little horse is invited to birthday parties, parades, fairs, festivals and special events of all types. It keeps the Takacs family busy and Carol is quick to point out Joseph is the logistics genius be-hind the show. Joseph is happy to stay out of the public eyes and keep the whole train on the tracks from the background.

Tinker literally came with the farm. They were out looking for a horse property when they found the land near Allenton. The former owner had Miniature horses and both the Takacs fell in love with the tiny fur-balls. Tinker became part of the deal and stayed with the farm.

“I love training and working with animals,” Takacs said. “When I get home from work I head out to start messing with the animals.”

Takacs said Tinker was sweet and affectionate from the very start. He is always willing to try something new in the way of tricks and has a trick inventory of jumping up on stands, kneeling, bowing, and following routines. Tinker is a natural showman, she said. He appears to like the attention he gets from the public and being in the spotlight.

“It’s a privilege to own and work with such an amazing little horse and we are blessed to have him in our lives,” Takacs said. “He has brought so much joy and hope into the lives of so many. He is special and continues to give all that he can.”

Photo by Sevie Kenyon

Carol Takacs’s horse, Tinker, was named the 2017 Horse of the Year at the Midwest Horse Fair in Madison. By The Country Today

If there’s an “adorable” gauge for horse, Tinker, the 2017 Horse of the Year is a solid 10. People at the recent Midwest Horse Fair were charmed by the 18-year-old miniature horse owned by Carol and Joseph Takacs of Allenton.

Tinker is a professional charmer. For his entire life he has brought smiles to the faces of many in-cluding those in nursing homes, rehab centers, and mental health facilities to mention only a few, says Carol Takacs. Tinker also is an aggressive philanthropist having learned how to ring the bell for the Salvation Army Red Kettle fund-raiser.

“He’ll pick up the bells with his lips and shake them,” Takacs said. “When he’s done he'll put them down and look for a carrot. Sometimes he’ll try to get that carrot after a short ring so I won’t give it to him every time.”

So far, the bell ringing has been confined to places in Wisconsin. But the whole family is wondering if this charitable trick may not lead to bigger venues. Times Square in New York? How about an international appearance in Canada? No telling how much good Tinker can do.

It’s hard to know how much money Tinker has raised over the years for the Salvation Army but it’s safe to say the sum is significant. Philanthropy combined with year-round performances and appearances in many charitable spaces earned Tinker the Horse of the Year award from the Wisconsin Horse Council. Tinker and Carol were recognized officially during a ceremony in the Coliseum during the horse fair.

“We have an act that includes Tinker, my Tennessee Walking horse, and our Papillon,” she said. “Although it is a little dull in the winter and Tinker hangs around looking for something to do.”

There are many opportunities. The little horse is invited to birthday parties, parades, fairs, festivals and special events of all types. It keeps the Takacs family busy and Carol is quick to point out Joseph is the logistics genius behind the show. Joseph is happy to stay out of the public eyes and keep the whole train on the tracks from the background.

Tinker literally came with the farm. They were out looking for a horse property when they found the land near Allenton. The former owner had Miniature horses and both the Takacs fell in love with the tiny fur-balls. Tinker became part of the deal and stayed with the farm.

“I love training and working with animals,” Takacs said. “When I get home from work I head out to start messing with the animals.”

Takacs said Tinker was sweet and affectionate from the very start. He is always willing to try something new in the way of tricks and has a trick inventory of jumping up on stands, kneeling, bowing, and following routines. Tinker is a natural showman, she said. He appears to like the attention he gets from the public and being in the spotlight.

“It’s a privilege to own and work with such an amazing little horse and we are blessed to have him in our lives,” Takacs said. “He has brought so much joy and hope into the lives of so many. He is special and continues to give all that he can.”


UW-River Falls Colt Sale breaks records From The Country Today

The 41st annual UWRiver Falls Colt Sale on May 6 was one for the record books. The 146 registered bidders from 13 states and Canada, England and Mexico was typical, but several sales records were broken, including total sales, which topped $291,000. Also, sales of 2yearold horses averaged $5,344 and sales of the UWRiver Falls lesson horses averaged $8,023.

Gunnersspecialwoman, a 2yearold palomino filly sired by Gunners Special Nite, sold for $20,000. The next highest sale was $15,000 for the 2yearold sorrel filly Tinker Be Ruf, sired by Tinker With Guns. Excellent genetics likely played a role in the record sales.

“Many of this year’s horses were sired by some of the most elite stallions in the reining horse industry,” said Nathan O’Connor, faculty associate and director of the UWRiver Falls ColtsinTraining Program. “In addition to Gunners Special Nite and Tinker With Guns, other sires included Einstein’s Revolution, Whiskey N Diamonds, Wimpy’s Little Step and A Sparkling Vintage.”

The sale is the culmination of the semesterlong course, “Principles of Training Horses.” In the course, taught by O’Connor, students turn barely halter broken and never saddled or ridden colts into ones that are well trained under saddle.

Amber Yager, a double major in animal science and dairy science from Highland, trained Tinker Be Ruf and worked under O’Connor as a teaching assistant for one section of the course. Yager said she enjoyed watching the students overcome something they were struggling with and grow with their colts.

“Some of the baby colts came in hardly halter broke and really made their students work for it that first couple of weeks. This class is a lot of work for three credits, but these credits are without a doubt worth every hour,” said Yager, who graduated earlier this month and will soon join Purina Animal Nutrition as a livestock production specialist.

Each year, two students are selected to serve as sales managers and are given responsibility for all marketing and advertising for the sale. The 2017 sales managers were Cara Schmidt and Kayla Oelhafen. Both are animal science majors. Schmidt is from Chaska, Minn., and Oelhafen from Allenton. Oelhafen said that preparing for the sale is timeconsuming and very stressful at times, but she loved doing it.

“The job has taught me so much about the horse industry that I would not have learned otherwise,” she said.

“I’m so proud of our students and how much they accomplished this semester,” O’Connor said. “They put their hearts and minds into preparing the horses for this year’s sale, and it definitely paid off on sale day. This was definitely the best set of horses that we have ever presented at auction.”

For more information about the sale and the horses sold, visit http://www.uwrfcoltsale.com. Next year’s sale is set for Saturday, May 5.

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Upcoming Events 2017 June June 2-4 Palomino Exhibitor’s Association of Wi. Show, Heartland Equestrian Center, Custer, Karla 262-613-1033 SANCTIONED June 2-4 WFQHA,Jackson Cnty Fair Park-Black River Falls SANCTIONED June 3 NKMHTA Poker Ride, & Obstacle Course– Free Fun Weekend- Horseriders campground-New Prospect,262-339-0531 June 3 Draft Horse Riding Clinic Winterhaven Farm -Grafton, Kayle 920-286-0799 June 3-4 Waukau Flying Mane Open Pleasure and speed Show, Waukau, Angie 920-379-2483 SANCTIONED June 4 Rusty B open Speed Show, Westfield ,Gerry 608-369-2954 SANCTIONED june 4 Wild Bill’s Show, Elk Mound 715-874-5690 SANCTIONED June 4 Governor Dodge State Park Poker Ride (10am-2pm) [email protected] June 7 Clark Cnty Jackpot Series, Greenwood– Cindy 715-773-1794 SANCTIONED June 8 Wazee Riders Thursday Night Show,SANCTIONED June 9,10,11 ABRA All Breed Show, Jefferson Fair Park, Kathy 920-397-7578 SANCTIONED June 9 Coulee Region Riders Club, Holmen-608-484-0662 www.ridersclub.org SANCTIONED June 10 Rock Cnty 4H Open Show, 9402 N. Burg Rd. Evansville– Cheryl 608-931-7198 SANCTIONED June 10 Rodeo Riders Fun Show, Manawa Rodeo Grounds– Manawa, www.rodeocityriders.webs.com 920-596-3002 SANCTIONED June 10-11 Broken Cinch Saddle Club, Fond du Lac Fairgrounds,8:30 SANCTIONED June 10-11 U.M.B.A. IBHA Show Black River Falls SANCTIONED June 9-18 NEWDA Virtual Dressage Schooling Show, www.newdressage.org June 11-12 American Quarter Horse Assoc. Special Events Show, Heartland Equestrian Center, Custer, Contact [email protected] June 11 West 20 Pleasure Horse Show, East Troy. 262-642-4272 SANCTIONED June 11 Open Speed Show-Black River Falls, 608-484-0662 SANCTIONED June 13 Coulee Region Riders Club, Holmen-608-484-0662 www.ridersclub.org SANCTIONED June 16 U.M.B.H.A. All Breed Speed Show,Black River Falls, 6:30 SANCTIONED June 17-18 Columbus Carriage Festival, Fireman’s Park SANCTIONED June 17-18 U.M.B.A. All Breed Horse Show, Black River Falls 8:00am SANCTIONED June 17 Marshfield Saddle Club Open Horse Show, Marshfield –cnty Hwy. E, call Paula 715-305-9759 SANCTIONED June 17 Twi-light Show Series, Washington Cnty Park-West Bend –Sylvia 920-539-5259 SANCTIONED June 17 Clark County Pleasure Riders Show, Greenwood Fairgrounds– Julie 715-255– 3099 SANCTIONED June18 Wi Charity Classic Open Horse Show Jefferson Cnty Fairgrounds ,Jeff 920– 941-0802 SANCTIONED -SUNDAY ONLY June 18 Dodge Cnty Horsemen’s Assoc. Open Fun Speed Show Dodge Cnty Fairgrounds Beaver Dam (Kim 720-291-1361) SANCTIONED June 18 Fox River Saddle Club Open Horse Show Series, West 20 East Troy –Maureen 414-614-0250 SANCTIONED June 20 30th Annual Summer Twilight Classic, Ootsburg-Leslie 920-627-2451 SANCTIONED June 21 Clark Cnty Jackpot Series, Greenwood– Cindy 715-773-1794 SANCTIONED June 22 Wazee Riders Thursday Night Show, Black River Falls SANCTIONED June 23 Coulee Region Riders Club, Holmen-608-484-0662 www.ridersclub.org SANCTIONED June 23-25 WBHA,IBHA & All Breed Show, Jefferson Cnty Fairgrounds– Dawn 920-728-8384 SANCTIONED June 24-25 WRHA-Showtime Arena, Deerfield, www.showtimearena.com, SANCTIONED June 24-25 Heartland Equestrian Center Open Show, Custer, WI - Contact Sarah Long - 715-323-2626 June 24 Silver Classic Western Show, Heartland Equestrian Center, Custer-Sarah 715-323-2626 SANCTIONED June 25 Silver Classic English Show, Heartland Equestrian Center, Custer-Sarah 715-323-2626 SANCTIONED June 25 High Cliff State Park Drive-Sherwood-call Cyndi 920-268-3426 [email protected] June 25 Circle E Open Show, Seymour– Patti 920-609-5257 SANCTIONED June 26 Beaver Creek Annual Summer Twilight Classic, 6pm, Oostburg-call Leslie 920-627-2451 SANCTIONED JULY June 30-July 2 WFQHA– Jackson Cnty Fairpark, Black River Falls, SANCTIONED July 2 Independence Day Open Show, 608-877-9086 , Three Gaits SANCTIONED July 2 Badger Horse Show Assoc., Rusty B Arena-Westfield, Nola 920-858-2860 SANCTIONED July 2 St. Croix Saddle Club Pleasure Show, Baldwin (exit 19 on Hwy 63) Jamie 715-307-3099 SANCTIONED June 4 Richard Bong State Recreation Area, Kansasville-call Dani 414-732-7466 osterizer02@yahoo,com June 4 Richard Bong State Recreation Area, Kansasville-call Dani 414-732-7466 osterizer02@yahoo,c July 4 St. Croix Saddle Club Open Game Show Baldwin (exit 19 on Hwy 63) Jamie 715-307-3099SANCTIONED July 5 Clark Cnty Jackpot Series, Greenwood– Cindy 715-773-1794 SANCTIONED July 6 Wazee Riders Thursday Night Show, Black River Falls SANCTIONED July 8 Marshfield Saddle Club, Marshfield, NCWHA SANCTIONED July 8 Lazycreek Farm Speed Show Juneau Claudia [email protected] SANCTIONED July 8-9 Broken Cinch Saddle Club, Fond du Lac Fairgrounds-8:30am SANCTIONED July 8-9 ABRA All Breed Show, Jefferson Fair Park, Kathy 920-397– 7678 SANCTIONED July 10-14 YMCA Camp, Heartland Equestrian Center, Custer, WI, Contact Pete - [email protected] June 11 Governor Dodge State Park Drive-Dodgeville-call Steve 414-322-5528 [email protected] July 11 Coulee Region Riders Club, Holmen-608-484-0662 www.ridersclub.org SANCTIONED July 14 Coulee Region Riders Club, Holmen-608-484-0662 www.ridersclub.org SANCTIONED July 14 OCHPP Open Twilight Speed Show– Ozaukee Cnty Fairgrounds– Wendy 920-889-1870 July 14 U.M.B.H.A. All Breed Speed Show,Black River Falls, 6:30 SANCTIONED July 14-15 Peggy Cummings Advanced Foundation clinic, Snapdragon Farm. Mt. Horeb (Private lesson day on July 16) www.natualsolutionsbyanke.com July 15-16 American Buckskin Registry Association All Breed Show, Heartland Equestrian Center, Custer, WI, Contact Janielle - [email protected] SANCTIONED July 15 Circle T Speed Fun Show-10am-Thorp Laura 715-512-0425 SANCTIONED July 15 Clark County Pleasure Riders, Greenwood Kathy 715-255-9281 SANCTIONED July 15 Twi-light Show Series, Washington Cnty Park-West Bend –Sylvia 920-539-5259 SANCTIONED July 15 OCHPP Open Performance Show-Ozaukee Cnty Fairgrounds –Wendy 920-889-1870 July 15-16 U.M.B.A. All Breed Horse Show, Black River Falls 8:00am SANCTIONED July 15-16 Smiles Open Benefit Horse Show, Walworth Cnty Fairgrounds SANCTIONED

WHC Horsemen’s Calendar of Upcoming Events

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istricts


www.wisconsinhorsecouncil.org

WHC District 1 News:Contact Sheila Kisling [email protected]

WHC District 2 News:Contact Marilyn Krueger [email protected] meeting-June 12-Pine Ridge,Merrrill 6:30pm

WHC District 3 News:Contact Katie Bachhuber 920-539-0601 [email protected] 3- NKMHTA Poker Ride & Obstacle Course-WI DNR Free Fun Weekend-Lacey 920-323-9145

WHC District 4 News:Contact Laura Rose [email protected]

WHC District 5 News:Contact Mike McGowan [email protected]

District 1 includes the counties of: Ashland, Barron, Bayfield, Burnett, Chippewa, Douglas, Dunn, Eau Claire, Iron, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, Price, Rusk, Sawyer, St. Croix, Taylor and Washburn

District 2 includes the counties of: Florence, Forest, Langlade, Lincoln, Marathon, Marinette, Menominee, Oconto, Oneida, Shawano, and Vilas

District 3 includes the counties of: Brown, Calumet, Dodge, Door, Fond du Lac, Green Lake, Kewaunee, Manitowoc, Outagamie, Ozaukee, Sheboygan, Washington, Waupaca, Waushara, and Winnebago

District 5 includes the counties of: Adams, Buffalo, Clark, Columbia, Crawford, Jackson, Juneau, La Crosse, Marquette, Monroe, Portage, Richland, Sauk, Trempea-

leau, Vernon, and Wood

District 4 includes the counties of: Dane, Grant, Green, Iowa, Jefferson, Kenosha, Lafayette, Milwaukee, Racine, Rock, Walworth, and Waukesha

Counciletter Deadlines The deadlines for advertising articles, upcoming events and

advertisements for the WHC Counciletter is ;

July Issue: June 15th noon Articles must be equine related, may not be for commercial bene-fit and must be sent to us in a timely fashion. The Editor reserves

the right to revise or refuse articles.

Ads and articles are best sent in electronic format (prefer MS Word or Adobe Acrobat) to:

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Office hours: Monday-Friday 8am-3pm


June 3 District 3 & NKMHTA-Poker Ride & Obstacle Course,

Wi DNR FREE FUN WEEKEND-Lacey 920-323-9145

June 12 District 2 meeting, 6:30pm at Pine Ridge-Merrill

* Please check out our Calendar of Upcoming Events, included in this issue of the

CounciLetter as well as on our website, for shows, fundraisers, clinics, tack sales and

more!

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