THE VOICE OF EQUINE ALBERTA MEMBER MAGAZINE Bits/Issues/Albe… · to practical hands-on experience by Kelsey Shacker 24 Alberta junior dressage riders shine in Kentucky by Jan Simmonds

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

� New voices for equine Alberta

� 2011 scholarship recipients

� Insurance 201- membership benefits

� ”Lessons learned from my horse”

� Adventures of a vet student

� Teaching the greenhorns

and much more!

THE VOICE OF EQUINE ALBERTA MEMBER MAGAZINE

www.albertaequestrian.com

FALL 2011

Time to renew your membership!

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All material is copyright 2011. Ideas and opinions expressed in articles do not necessarily reflect the ideas oropinions of the AEF. Alberta Bits reserves the right to accept, and/or edit material submitted for publication.The AEF makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information contained therein, but assumes no liability in cases of error or changing conditions. Any business relations or other activities undertaken as aresult of the information contained in Alberta Bits, or arising there from, is the responsibility of the partiesinvolved and not of the AEF. We welcome signed letters to the editor, but reserve the right to publish, edit forgrammar, taste and length. For reprint information, please contact [email protected].

Magazine design by The Visions West Studio.

04 Meet your staffWendy Kemble, Marketing Coordinator, and Norma Cnudde,Office Assistant

05 Cindy HolyoakChair of Sport; Wild Rose Program and Winners

06 Bits of NewsRenew your membership today. New interactive trail map; Road Safety brochure available; A special wish fulfilled

07 Biosecurity works: keeping your horse healthyLive Outside the Box gets a lift upby Shirley McFall

9 Charlene Baker Scholarship winner: Ashlea BohnCanadian�Sport�for�Life

10 2011 Scholarship recipientsSeven AEF members awarded

14 Lessons learned from my horse by James Arthur Anderson, Ph.D.

16 Provincial association feature:Alberta North Region Pony Club (ANR)Canadian Registry of the Tennessee Walker Horse

17 Teaching the greenhornsby Susan Grant-Suttie

18 Cochrane Pony Club celebrates 50 years


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19 Insurance 201: the next chapterby Mike King

20 Hunting on horseback: be visibleby Cpl. D.J. Heaslip, K Div Livestock North

22 Adventures of a veterinary student: from lecturesto practical hands-on experienceby Kelsey Shacker

24 Alberta junior dressage riders shine in Kentuckyby Jan Simmonds

26 AEF member groups Associate, Affiliate and Business Members, as of August 31, 2011

ON THE COVER (l-r) Cpl. Chris Reister and Gideon, Susan Wall and Fancy,Cpl. Dave Heaslip and Duchess and Jessica Snow and Baldy. Group photo ofthe models for the AEF’s newest brochure Your Guide to Riding and Drivingon Alberta’s Roads: Rules, regulations and safety tips for all equestrians.Photo by Katy Whitt. In the brochure, but not shown in the photo, are: JudithOrr-Bertelsen and her Mini and Cst Natasha French and Strider.

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Fall 2011; Volume 3, issue 3

Alberta Bits is the Alberta Equestrian Federation’s official member magazine. It serves the entire equestriancommunity of horses and riders of all ages, interests and involvement, as the Voice of Equine Alberta.

Alberta Bits magazine is sent four times a year (Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter) to all current AEF membersand is made available at the office and special events attended by the AEF.

Alberta Bits is a four-colour glossy magazine distributed throughout Alberta with news and events on behalf of recreational, sport, breeds & industry and educational sectors of the Alberta horse industry. Alberta Bitsis distributed to approximately 13,000 members; 9,000 households and businesses; and at approximately 10 events and trade shows annually.

The Alberta Equestrian Federation has been incorporated since 1978.

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AEF BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President Dixie Crowson 403.654.2883Vice President Kippy Maitland-Smith 403.845.4864Secretary Juliet Franke 403.843.6427Treasurer Pat McCormack 780.992.9792Chair-Breeds and Industry Bill desBarres 888.303.1070Chair-Education Leslie Oszli 403.224.3964Chair-Promotion and Publicity Ross MacInnes 403.982.6284Chair-Recreation Brian Irving 403.936.0221Chair-Sport Cindy Holyoak 403.933.3706Individual Sandy Bell 403.700.7880Individual Diane Blakeman-Ans 780.719.6948Individual Lewis Hand 403.722.4680Individual Julie Moorcroft 403.601.2059Individual Robert Stumbur 780.967.2249Individual Rhianne Weghnnar 403.505.1403

Provincial Association contact members listed on page 26.

AEF STAFF

Executive DirectorSonia [email protected] ext 4

Office AssistantNorma [email protected] ext 1

Membership CoordinatorRita [email protected] ext 6

Coaching AdministratorJessica [email protected] ext 3

Competitions CoordinatorAllison [email protected] ext 2

Marketing & Program Support:Wendy Kemble [email protected] ext 5

The AEF has an extensive man-date for programing and developingservices for its membership, whichcontinues to grow, so I now have theposition as marketing and programsupport to help focus the promotionof AEF programs, partnerships andsponsorships. In addition, I’m alsogoing to help organize events such asthe AEF’s annual conference, tradefairs, educational clinics and work-shops, coordinate the enews andmaintain the news page on the AEF’swebsite, as well as, the new AEFonline Trail Database (see page 6).2012 will be a very busy year for meand I’m proud to be organizing AEF’sFIRST trail ride event. There are alsoother exciting projects on my agendaalong with administrative duties.

If you would like to partner with the AEF on educational work-shops or clinics, fundraisers or youth programs, please don’t be shy,contact me!

I’ve been part of the equineworld for quite a few years. When Iwas 11 years old, I became interestedin horses. My dad, Pete Perich, camehome with my first horse, which herescued from slaughter. With“Holiday,” I was suddenly thrown intothe horse world. My dad taught methe basics, from how to care for myhorse to learning to ride. Althoughhorses had become a hobby for himas an adult, my dad had grown up ona farm and horses had played an inte-gral part of our lifestyle and familyfarming business. Dad played anotherimportant role in my future with hors-es once he saw how horses respondedto and trusted me. He encouraged meto make them a part of my life.

As I grew older, I realized thatthere was much more to owning andenjoying a horse than I thought andspent a few years advancing my skillsand knowledge, from pleasure ridingto competition. I took riding lessonsfrom Equine Canada Coach MuffyKnox, 2005 Horse Person of the Year,and achieved my Equine Canada rid-ing levels. Notably, Ms Knox taught me

about discipline and consistency inWestern Pleasure. In 2008, I turned toreining when I met Wendy Nelson, arenowned reining trainer and EquineCanada coach. Taking only a few les-sons on one of her horses (Justy), Iwas hooked! She reinforced whatMuffy Knox had taught and helpedmake me a more serious competitor.

I bought my first reining horse,Jacos Colonel Dunit (J.R.) in late2008 and started competing inReining Alberta successfully at thebeginner level. In addition, I have alsolearned equine massage to help main-tain my horse.

Currently, I am focusing on mycareer and family. I have three chil-dren: Geoff, Brianna and Amanda.Geoff attends the Vancouver Film

School. Briana just graduated fromhigh school and also helps me trainour horses for competition or sale.Amanda is in Grade 8 and has becomeinterested in barrel racing on herhorse, Blondys Dun San (Whisky).

Both my girls have a great talentwith horses and will likely make thema permanent part of their lives.Although Geoff has gone a differentroute, he understands and respectswhat the equine world can do for aperson’s soul.

I’m involved in my local 4-Hhorse club and provide riding instruc-tion and clinic demonstrations.

I would love to hear from you.Contact me by phone 1-877-463-6233, or by email: [email protected]. AB

Meet�your�staffWENDY KEMBLE, MARKETING AND PROGRAM SUPPORT

The AEF participates in four to eight trade shows during the year. (l-r) Sonia Dantu andWendy Kemble at the AEF booth, Spruce Meadows “Masters.” Photo Credit: courtesy AEF

Wendy Kemble and JR doing a slidingstop at Summer Reining Alberta Show:Ranch Class. Photo Credit: James Hudyma

Norma Cnudde recentlyjoined the AEF staff and can bereached by email, [email protected] or call hertoll free: 1-877-463-6233.

I am very excited to be thenewest addition to the AlbertaEquestrian Federation. It is an honourto be a part of a member-driven non-profit organization. My experienceover the years working as a legalassistant, my involvement as an execu-tive board member with a non-profitorganization and volunteering toorganize competitive events, and my

interest in horses makes the AEF aperfect fit.

Although my interest in horsesdeveloped later in life, through theinterest of my daughter in English rid-ing, I have quickly come to grow inlove with not only the responsivenature of horses, but the horse worlditself. I enjoy spending time at SpruceMeadows, horse shows and in my gar-den. My family also enjoys spendingtime with our young CanadianWarmblood, Hudson. I look forwardto helping you with your membershippurchases and renewals this fall andin the coming years. AB

NORMA CNUDDE, OFFICE ASSISTANTPhoto credit: Don Cnudde

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Although a “city kid,” I was attracted to horses at a very young age. My familymoved to Calgary from Winnipeg when I was 10 years old and the passion wasborn. The family home was in Acadia, which, at that time, was the “end” of the cityand many small farms, with horses, of course, were nearby. Fortunately for me, Iwas given numerous opportunities to work with and ride a great variety of horses.

Since this time, I have trained and shown with a number of horse breeds,including Appaloosas, Quarter Horses, Thoroughbreds, Arabians and a wonderfulSport Pony among some of the most noteworthy. My philosophy has always beennot to be concerned with what skin is over the horse, but what is in his soul.

I have dabbled in Western disciplines, English disciplines, trail riding and,for the last fifteen years, have added carriage driving to the repertoire. My kindand generous Arabian gelding, Adamas, is my present equine companion of elevenyears and is eager to participate in whatever we want to do on any given day. Myhusband and I have guided his training since we bought him as a green five yearold and he has proven to be an extremely dependable partner.

A major goal I would love to achieve while serving on the AEF Board is tobring some of the fun back to our sports through our grassroots competition sys-tem: the Wild Rose Program. The very basic philosophy of the Wild Rose Programis to provide a less intimidating environment for those who wish to participate inshowing for any number of reasons. There are those who wish to be part of thesocial aspect of showing and those who do not wish to feel competitive pressurebut have set personal goals.

The Wild Rose Program has rules in place for General Performance, Hunter-Jumper and Combined Driving and Dressage. Particularly in Hunter-Jumper andCombined Driving, you can show at a very basic level and “learn without fear.”

The BRAVE horse show circuit is an excellent example of success of AEF-sanctioned events in the Wild Rose program that promote supportive, grassrootscompetitions. It involves a series of expanding levels–a competitor needn’t feel thepressure to “move up.” Check out www.bravehorseshows.com.

Combined Driving has adopted a similar system of levels to the BRAVE pro-gram to make competition less intimidating. Based on the American DrivingSociety rules as the standard, there are six levels in total and an event may offerany number they wish. The two lower levels are great to start with great to startwith, and should appeal to recreational drivers, as they do not require the exten-sive conditioning needed for the upper levels and should appeal to recreationaldrivers.

The process to have a show sanctioned under the Wild Rose Program is sim-ple. The AEF website has all the information readily available. Another attractivefeature is that at each Wild Rose sanctioned show, one lucky entrant can win theirentry fees back (to a certain maximum) and, in addition, a gift certificate is avail-able to the show’s outstanding volunteer (selected by the show committee).

I would encourage anyone with concerns or ideas regarding serving ourmembers in any area of the horse sport, to contact me directly. I would love tospeak with you! Contact me at: [email protected]. AB

Cindy Holyoak and her Arabian, Adamas (14 years old at the time) competing in the dres-sage phase of the competition at the High Country Driving Club Spring Fling Trial of2009. Photo credit: Claudia Poirier

Cindy�HolyoakCHAIR OF SPORT

Wild�Rose�ProgramCapri Win Your Entry Draw

Competitors who enter any AEF-sanctioned Wild Rose Show are eligible towin up to $200. One winner will be selected for every show. Just register on time,and you are automatically entered into a draw. Show organizers provide the entrylist to the AEF office where the draw will take place. The AEF will notify the winnerand mail a cheque. The more events you enter, the more you can win.

Note that competitors must be AEF members at the time of registering for theshow, and entered before closing dates. The amount payable will not exceed theshow fees, to a maximum of $200. Capri Insurance is generously helping to sup-port Alberta’s competitors and show organizations with their donation.

Willowdale Winter Welcome February 19-20 Erin OkadaBRAVE Season Opener March 12 Rachel FrederickBRAVE April Fun Show April 16 Marinna KraychySpring in the Willows April 16-17 Jaida KrossaBRAVE ‘Tulips in the Air’ Show May 7 Charizma HomerACDA East/West Horse Driving Trials June 11-12 Tammy LaybourneRimbey Horse Show June 24-26 Karlyn JanssenBRAVE Spring into Summer June Show June 25-26 Christine LeakFort MacLeod Western Arabian One-Day Horse Show July 1 Mackenzie JagersmaWild Rose Classic 2-day Driving Event July 2-3 Richard CooperRiqueza’s Rising Star BRAVE Show July16-17 Sadie BoyleAlhambra Summer Show July 23-24 Hannah Jensen

Wild Rose Volunteer Recognition ProgramThe AEF appreciates volunteers, and knows how important it is to have expe-

rienced, passionate and helpful people take part in shows. As part of the WildRose Competition Program, each show may submit the name of an outstandingvolunteer to the AEF. The volunteer will receive a $50 gift certificate.Congratulations, volunteers!

Willowdale Winter Welcome February 19-20 Kevin RudulierBRAVE Season Opener March 12 Fiona HaynesBRAVE April Fun Show April 16 Stacey GibsonSpring in the Willows April 16-17 Shayla SmithBRAVE ‘Tulips in the Air’ Show May 7 Tracy JacksonRimbey Horse Show June 24-26 Dana FranklinBRAVE Spring into Summer June Show June 25-26 Carson King/Cassy

McLennanFort MacLeod Western Arabian One-Day Horse Show July 1 Sharon TomlinsonWild Rose Classic 2-day Driving Event July 2-3 Marilyn ClarkeDidsbury Light Horse Show July 8-10 Peggy BakerRiqueza’s Rising Star BRAVE Show July 16-17 Jay RichardsonAlhambra Summer Show July 23-24 Erna Marburg

If you have a sport with national rules, consider becoming partof the Wild Rose program.

AEF AGM!Mark your calendar for March 17, 2012

Details to follow in Winter 2011 issue of Alberta Bits.

Interested in running as a director? Making a bylawchange or a motion? The AGM is the time and place tomake yourself heard.


Saddle upBits�of�news�from�the�aEF

Renew�your�membership�today!

Just fill out the application form included in your envelope and send it in.You can also call the office, or renew online. Your membership benefits keepgrowing each year. Be sure to let us know if your mailing address or other con-tact information has changed. Some of the great benefits you receive are:

• Automatic insurance coverage, and additional optional insurances.

• Members Priority Program–great discounts with many businesses!

• Alberta Bits magazine four times a year.

• Access to scholarships, awards and funding.

• A wide range of programs for recreational and competitive riders and driv-ers, including the Wild Rose program!

• Access to resource information on everything from where to take lessons towhere to go trail riding. See the new online trail map!

• AEF educational brochures and resource materials.

• Online store with special pricing on merchandise and manuals. AB

The AEF website has a new lookand easier to use features, plus aninteractive equestrian trail guide onour website so that all equestrians caneasily find trails and services offered.Now you can find a trail without hav-ing to ask around, using Google ordriving around the province lookingfor a trail head; many organizationsdon't focus on equestrian activities, soyou end up hoping that you canparkyour rig, have a place to barbeque ora trail that offers great views.

Trails are entered in this data-base through geographical coordi-nates. Click on a trail and you will findall the details on facilities available,for example, facilities, directions, etc.

Do you have a favorite trail to share with us? Even the tried and true trails areimportant to those who are new to Alberta’s incredible trail system. The AEF relieson you, our members, to create the best equine trail database, ever. You ride ordrive; you know the scenic spots, the best camping spots and the best-kept secretsthat create great memories. Please share with your fellow equestrians!

WIN A MEMBERSHIP IN THE “RIDE AND DRIVE” PROGRAM

List your favorite trail (not yet shown on the map) and you can win a freemembership in the Ride and Drive program!

If you’re already actively using Alberta’s great equestrian trail system, why notnote the hours you’ve spent on the trail and ‘collect’ them through our Ride andDrive program. For 2011, provide us with the information on your favorite trail(photos are great too). You will be entered into a draw to win a FREE 2012 mem-bership in the Ride and Drive program!

And, we know that you love your trail that you want to keep it beautiful andclean for you, your friends or family. And for the generations to come.

A little reward goes a long way to secure great trails for all equestrians.One trail and one registration, other restrictions may apply. AB

try�out�the�aEF’s�new�online�trail�Map

a�special�wish�fulfilledThe Children’s Wish Foundation brings joy to children who have high risk,

life threatening illnesses. In addition to seven year old Katarina’s wish to visitDisney World, the family also had one more wish for her. That wish was to be ableto attend Cavalia in Calgary during the month of June.

The AEF, in support for Cavalia, had been provided with a few tickets for theAEF board of directors for the Cavalia show. As several of the directors wereunable to attend, they were asked to donate their tickets to a worthy cause. TheChildren’s Wish Foundation was selected.

The office contacted the Children’s Wish Foundation and Katrina was able toattend the Cavalia performance. AB

NEW! MPP LOGO!

When you turn to page 25, you’ll see that the AEF’s Member Priority Programhas a new logo, a clean, strong branding that reflects the great values of our busi-ness community. These businesses offer special discounts to AEF members! Checkthem out today on the website. AB

Do you know the rules ofthe road when riding or driv-ing? That you should signalyour turns and stops?

Your Guide to Riding andDriving on Alberta’s Roads: rules,regulations and safety tips for allequestrians was written and devel-oped to help riders and driversbecome more familiar with therules of the road. It’s now avail-able at the AEF office! Learn orrefresh your memory on whatyou need to do when you are onAlberta’s public roads. Using expertisefrom the Calgary Police Service andthe RCMP and other authorities on riding on public roads, this handy book-let will provide you with the information you need to make good decisions if youplan on riding or driving on Alberta’s roads.

Call today for your copy. AB

DaNgER�DEtECtIvE helps youth learnabout safety on a horse farm or ranch!For your copy, contact the office. Ifyour group needs a few, drop by theoffice and pick them up or pay forshipping.

NEW!Road�safety�brochure

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by Shirley McFall

In my office I have a wall plaque reminding me that “Horsin’ Around IsSerious Business.” It sure can be serious when you have to deal with a horseinjury or when you have to prioritize your time to properly care for our equinefriends. It often seems that there is no reprieve when the temperature hits 35below and the beasts still have to be fed.

Another interpretation of this phrase is the serious fun of horsin’ around:being outside in fresh air, working to provide care and enjoyingenjoying the ani-mals in whatever form you choose. Recently, I had only a few minutes of sparetime and I spent it across the fence from our three young Appaloosas. Lined up infront of me were three spotted heads: a four year old, a three month and a threeyear old. All pals standing close to each other wanting a brief visit with me. As myhands moved from one head to another (of course equal time for each, after allthey can count–my dogs have taught me this!), I had a chance to reflect on howenjoyable, therapeutic and grounding these short encounters can be. My time with

them was relaxed, quiet, gentle and respectful. It gave me a chance to reflect onhow many different ways there are to enjoy our equine friends.

For 38 years, the Alberta Trail Riding Association (ATRA) has been a family-focused recreational riding club. In the last few years, we identified through ourstrategic planning that we want to open more doors for youth to become involvedwith horses. Reduced fees at clinics, offering trailering if needed, planning fundays, organizing shorter smaller rides and choosing speakers of interest to youthare just a few ways we meet this goal. When I reported to ATRA about the new AEFLive Outside the Box (LOTB) program it was met with interest.

ATRA has supported this youth program in several ways. We have contributedsilent auction items to raise funds for LOTB at the AEF Annual General Meetings.Our donations consisted of a pair of custom made chaps by the Chap Shop with apair of mini chaps modeled by ‘Barbie’ and her horse all decked out in westernwear. Of course, the Barbie and horse had to be returned to its rightful owner, ahorse-crazy six year old. In 2011, the AEF was unable to hold the silent auctionand the program funding was in question.

The LOTB with its focus of ‘unplugging’ AEF youth members and challengingthem to get outside to spend time with horses and earn great prizes seemed to bea fit for ATRA. The decision was made to make a donation of $1,350 to cover theshortfall of funds from 2010 and cover the costs for 2011.

So, kids, ‘Dust off those boots, get outside and have some fun with a horse’.Keep track of your electronic and screen free days, log your horse time in workand fun and go after $1,000 dollars worth of prizes. You don’t have to own ahorse to participate, just be between 7- 15 years old. Get active and get outsideand do some horsin’ around. AB

The AEF and the Alberta Veterinary Medical Association (ABVMA) havejoined forces on a proactive approach to biosecurity in the horse industry. A hand-book has been developed to address biosecurity principles and best practices forhorse owners and caregivers. The interactive handbook, Equine BiosecurityPrinciples and Best Practices, is designed to inform horse owners and caregiversabout biosecurity practices and to encourage consultation and discussion with vet-erinarians on disease control and prevention. The handbook will be used as thebasis for equine biosecurity workshops that AEF has organized.

Biosecurity includes the principles, actions, precautions and protocols thatprotect the health of livestock by preventing the disease transmission through phys-ical barriers and hygiene practices. Biosecurity is protecting your animals, the farmcommunity and the animal agriculture industry against disease causing agents. It isa strategy of disease prevention; preventing introduction of disease and controllingand preventing recycling of disease within a herd, region, facility or community.

The AEF workshops bring biosecurity to a grassroots level, providing ownerswith necessary information and tools to develop a biosecurity program unique toindividual needs and risks in consultation with their veterinarian. These resourceswere developed for all horse owners and custodians including AEF members, stable owners, users, recreational riders, serious competitors, show officials,

administrators and facility operators. The intention is to affect incremental changein the equine industry, one horse at a time.

Check the AEF web site (www.albertaequestrian.com/biosecurity) for infor-mation on biosecurity and the workshops. There is no charge to attend the work-shops. Registration closes seven days prior to scheduled date.

As a horse owner or custodian, you are responsible for the care of your ani-mal’s health and well-being. Disease risks and health hazards such as the recentEHV-1 outbreak indicate that we require effective risk and disease managementstrategies that should be an equal priority to riding in a safe and responsible man-ner. This obligation extends to the equine community that surrounds your horse’shome, or any event or venue your horse may travel to. Your actions or converselylack of actions may have positive or negative effects.

Funding for this project was made available through Growing Forward, a fed-eral-provincial-territorial initiative. Together, the governments of Canada andAlberta are investing $273 million over five years (2009-2013) for flexible andinnovative programs for Alberta’s agriculture industry.

OCtOBER�18 at Spruce MeadowsOCtOBER�19 at the Greenwood Inn, north CalgaryNOvEMBER�5-13 FarmFair at Northlands in Edmonton; admission at the fairentrance required; no pre-registration required. AB

Biosecurity�workshops:��keeping�your�horse�healthy

Live�Outside�the�Box�gets�a�lift�up

Photo credit: Lisa Friedenberg

Shirley McFall rode before she could walk and is a proud second generation ATRA member.

An active board volunteer for 11 years and AEF club representative, Shirley enthusiastically

shares safety, backcountry skills and promotes environmental stewardship. Shirley and her

husband ride Appaloosa horses in local and mountain recreational riding areas.

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In recognition of Charlene Baker’s work and dedication to theEquine Canada Western Rider and Equine Canada WesternCoaching programs in Alberta, the AEF provides a $500 scholar-ship annually to the Western Rider who has achieved the high-est average score of the Level 4 test in the Western RiderDevelopment Program.

Hello, my name is Ashlea and I am so honoured to accept the CharleneBaker Scholarship Award.

While growing up in rural Duffield, Alberta, I always had my heart set on afuture in the horse industry. As a child, I longed to have a horse of myown! When I reached the age of eleven, I came home with my first horsethat my grandma had picked out for me: a sorrel pony named Whisper, allof 13.2 HH. From hard falls to learning proper care and nutrition for hors-es, this little pony was the start to a future of raising and training horses.There are many from whom I sought help along the way.

Since I was twelve, my parents took my horse and I to a couple differentbarns to work during the summer, until I was old enough to drive and haulmy own horses. When I first got a taste of showing reining horses I washooked. I spent my summers down in southern Alberta (Fort Macleod) at abarrel racing and reining training facility (Kim and Lisa Smith) where Itrained my first two-year-old Quarter Horse mare Dixie. I’m interested invarious disciplines and I have experience in ranch roping, barrel racing,cattle penning and reining. In the past two years, I have taken on the chal-lenge of completing my western rider and mentoring program–I havelearned so much. It’s been fortunate that I met my coach, mentor, andfriend, Ruth Wagner. I have set many new goals for myself and I am confi-dent that I will be able to pass along the knowledge I have gained tofuture students of my own.

I now have four horses of my own, two I am currently training and amlooking forward to a successful future involved in teaching, training horsesand competing in shows. AB

Canadian�Sport�For�Life�(CS4L):�active�start�at�0-6�years

Alberta Tourism, Parks and Recreation and the Alberta Sport, Recreation,Parks and Wildlife Foundation are pleased to inform you of the video series ActiveStart: The Importance of Physical Activity in the First Six Years that is nowavailable at www.asrpwf.ca/sport/canadian-sport-for-life/cs4l-resources.aspx underthe heading Early Childhood.

In this video series, you will follow Dr. Collin Higgs through a series of work-shops ranging from information on the rapidly spreading epidemic of childhoodobesity to building better brains through physical activity. Also included as part ofthe Active Start video series is a video for parents to inspire them to actively playwith their children.

We encourage you to watch the video series (1 hour and 15 min.) and usethe ideas presented within your organization and share this link with other inter-ested individuals, include in your next newsletter and post on your w eb site.

I hope that you enjoy the video series and its important message. If you havequestions or would like more information about CS4L in Alberta, please contacteither: Shona Schleppe, 780-415-0262 [email protected] or DeanKozak, 780-415-0265 [email protected].

Visit www.asrpwf.ca/sport/canadian-sport-for-life.aspx for information andresources on CS4L in Alberta Visit www.canadiansportforlife.ca for informationand resources on CS4L in Canada.

Funding for this project was provided by the Public Health Agency of Canadaand the Interprovincial Sport and Recreation Council. Alberta is part of this cross-Canada partnership, resulting in the production of the video series. AB

theHorseSavvyannualPlanner2012

The AEF is offering this handy, helpful daytimer and equinehealth planner to its members to help manage your horse’scare, health and events. When you buy a copy, you supportAEF’s ongoing programs in education and other projects.

Order yours today on your membership form for only $25.00(GST and shipping included).

Charlene�Baker�Scholarship�winner:�aSHLEa�BOHN

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2011�Scholarship�recipients

StEPHaNIE�BERENDt–$1,000Stephanie Berendt is a 20 year old dressage rider who also

studies at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, where she wasraised.

She rides in Spruce Grove and is enjoying the “bumpy ride” oftraining her young Hannoverian mare “Ivy,” whom she purchased inNovember, 2010. Berendt is a member of the AEF, Equine Canada andthe Alberta Junior Young Riders association and often volunteers athorse shows and fundraising events. She has also been a volunteercamp counselor, teaching riding lessons at Circle Square Ranch inHalkirk.

In 2009, Berendt competed at the FEI Junior level and wasawarded 5th place in Nationals held in Edmonton. Her goals are toprogress up the levels with her new horse and stay an avid and contributing member of the horse community in any capacity.

The scholarship committee and the board of directors arepleased to announce the 2011 scholarship recipients.

This year, 19 students applied with seven receiving scholar-ships. Four scholarships were $1000, thanks to the generousfinancial contribution from Capri, which increased the AEFscholarship amount from $750.

All of the applicants were young women and all applicants arecareer-bound in the horse industry. The committee encour-

ages men and women of all ages who wish to start or contin-ue a career in the horse industry. If you are committed toexcellence in education and apply to an accredited college oruniversity in an equine or equine-related course of study, thenthe AEF encourages you to apply.

The committee and board congratulate these students fortheir commitment to Alberta’s equine world. We look forwardto their success and involvement and their continued passionfor the horse.

EStHER�DEN�HERtOg–$1,000��Esther Den Hertog is 18 years old and grew up in Nobleford. She

is currently a pre-veterinary medicine student at the University ofLethbridge and is thinking about going to college for a couple ofyears before she goes back.

She has worked mostly with Friesians since she was 12 years old,but has recently started to work with Quarter Horses as well. Shedoes mostly ground work, and presently is training her recently purchased four-year-old Quarter Horse.

Den Hertog started to learn the basics of both English andWestern riding disciplines three years ago, and would like to continuewith both. She is presently involved in gaining experience withyoung horses.

In the future she hopes to continue to have a good influence on horses which she works with, as she learns more about these fascinating animals.

EMILy gRaHaM–$1,000��Emily Graham is 21 years old and from Spruce Grove. She began

riding at eight years old and got her first horse, Mr. Ned, for hertenth birthday. She has owned Gulliver, her 12-year-old appendixQuarter Horse since he was three.

Graham apprenticed with clinician Josh Nichol from 2005 to2009 and continues to work closely with him. She has been involvedin Pony Club and both Western and English disciplines but has astrong focus in dressage. She began teaching lessons and started herown horse-training business when she was 17. She has also workedwith several veterinarians in both large and small animal practices.

Graham completed two years of a BSc in Agriculture at theUniversity of Alberta before being accepted to the University ofCalgary, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine. When she graduates (2014),she plans to practice equine medicine.

CLaIRE�ZIFF–$1,000��Claire Ziff is a 19-year-old from Edmonton who is enrolled in the

University of Guelph’s Online Equine Studies program. She has been riding English and Western for 11 years, and is

pursuing a career as a certified coach in the hunter/jumper world.She works twice a week as a stable hand, twice a week as a groom forher coaches training program, and works Saturday mornings as anassistant coach for beginner lessons. She worked as a camp counsel-lor at children’s summer camps for five years, and spent two yearslearning the ropes of training horses.

In 2009, Ziff trained her horse, Mr. Jiggs, to a National ReserveChampionship with the Welsh Pony and Cob Society of Canada. Shehas her AEF Rider Level 8, and will be competing in the Adult Hunters,and Training Level Dressage this season with her new horse, Paris By Night.

LEaH�MuRPHy–$750Leah Murphy is a Grade 12 Honours student who has been riding

and competing since the age of six.She has been a lifelong member of both Canadian Pony Club and

4-H; her main interests are jumping and reining. She was born inBrooks and grew up on a farm with her parents and two siblings nearthe small town of Duchess.

When not at school or riding, Murphy can be found working ather gymnastics club or volunteering in the community with a varietyof organizations.

Graham has been accepted into the University of Lethbridge thisfall in a Bachelor of Arts and Science and is looking forward to contin-uing her education to help both equines and equestrians.



JENNa�WILLIaMSON–$750Jenna Williamson has been riding since she was eight years old,

learning on her first pony, Honeydew, and then riding her dad’sPaint/Arab/QH cross mare Sheza Jewel (July) when she outgrewHoneydew. She has been an active member of High Country PonyClub since 2003, working her way up through the testing levels andalso volunteering to teach winter bookwork meetings to the youngermembers. Williamson started riding competitively with Sheza Jeweland together they worked up to competing at Spruce Meadows, win-ning the 0.9 m Canadian Utilities competitions at the Harvest Classicin 2009. Sheza Jewel was retired from show jumping in 2009.Williamson is working with her young horse, Casabelle, and wishes tocontinue to ride and compete while continuing her education.

Williamson has been accepted into General Sciences at theUniversity of Lethbridge with the intention of applying to the veteri-nary school in Calgary and specializing in equine and large animalmedicine.

COuRtNEy�ZIEgLER–$750

Courtney Ziegler is 18 years old, and was accepted into theAnimal Health Technology program at Olds College.

Ziegler has been around animals all her life – growing up on afarm – and took to horses at a very young age, receiving her firsthorse and beginning Pony Club at the age of five. She focused on thesport of eventing six years later and is currently competing at thePreliminary and One Star level with her Irish Sport Horse. Ziegler hasa passion for working with horses, and trying to understand whatmakes them “tick” and what competitors and horse lovers can do toallow their horses to excel.

After completing her Animal Health Technology diploma, Ziegleris interested in furthering her education with a BSc in Equine SportsScience and a goal of a career in equine therapy and rehabilitationfor Sport Horses.

Are you in a post-secondary program in a university or college which has equine or equine- related pro-grams? Are you planning on working in the equine industry? Every year, the AEF offers a significantnumber of scholarships to provide financial assistance to its members.

Contact the AEF office for more information. Look for 2012 AEF scholarship applications next February!


BRING TREATS

When I show up with carrots, I get a big whinny, and usually a kiss on thecheek from Lucy’s highly flexible nose. She’s glad to see me and wants me to stickaround for awhile. A good whither scratch and brushing puts her in a great moodfor a ride and it costs me nothing. I also talk to her. Sure, some people mightthink that strange, but Diego Bravo claims that “By gently talking to the horse, aperson may calm the animal and awaken its curiosity” (Science and Art of thePaso Fino Horse). Lucy knows that when I show up, the experience is going to bepleasant. That makes the ride better for me.

LEAVE THE BAGGAGE AT THE STALL DOOR

We all have days when we’re not 100 percent. Maybe I had a disagreementwith a friend, or didn’t sleep well, or I’m worried about that meeting. Lucy doesn’tcare about my problems. But if something’s bothering me and I let it show, shepicks up on my feelings. Why would I want to cause her stress? “If you’re happy orin a positive mood while you’re riding, you transmit that to your horse and itaffects him,” says Parelli. According to Heather Smith Thomas, author of Storey'sGuide to Training Horses, “Horses read us well. Our body language reflectsmoods and feelings, no matter how we try to cover them up.”

Once I see Lucy, I put my issues on hold. Leave your problems at the doorand show your horse that there’s nothing you’d rather be doing than going for aride with her.

KNOW WHAT YOU’RE DOING BEFORE YOU PUT THE SADDLE ON

In order to ride a horse, you have to learn a few things, like how to groom,put on a saddle and hold the reins. Before you begin, take a lesson, prepare, andpractice. Bravo advises riders to “dedicate time to learn about horses, such astheir habits, psychology, anatomy, physiology, and handling.” I’ve seen peoplejump on a horse without knowing anything–and it usually isn’t pretty!

by James Arthur Anderson, Ph.D.

I thought I knew about communications, having taught writing and publicspeaking for more than 20 years. But when I acquired my first horse, Ilucion deContrallano (“Lucy”), I learned a few new communication lessons from a veryunlikely source–my Paso Fino. “Good horseman read their mounts like a book togain the horse’s perspective in their handling and training,” says Beth Beukema,Director of the Center for Equine Studies at Johnson & Wales University inRehoboth, MA. Until I met Lucy, I didn’t even know how to pet a horse, and nowthat I've learned to “read” her we are partners with a very strong bond. My wife,in fact, calls her my “girlfriend.” This bond has taken time, love and patience todevelop. During this process, Lucy has taught me that riding is its own form ofcommunication. What she says makes a whole lot of horse sense.

WE’RE A TEAM. LET’S ENJOY THE RIDE

It takes both of us working together to make a ride fun and safe. Accordingto Pat Parelli, one of the leading horse trainers and author of NaturalHorsemanship, “Communication is mutual.” Without this mutual partnership, youmight as well be riding a bicycle. Above all, have fun together or it’s not worthdoing!

REMEMBER, I’M A HORSE, NOT A PERSON; I’D RATHER BEEATING HAY THAN CARRYING YOU AROUND

Left to themselves, horses would rather be doing something else than lettingyou ride them: eating grass, rolling in the dirt, or building a facsimile of the GreatWall of China with their straw (one of Lucy’s favorite activities). Pat Parelli notesthat “Prey animals are comfort seekers… comfortable because they’re doingnothing or their own thing, and they enjoy it.” This means that you have to makethe ride interesting so it’s something your horse will want to do (we can’t just walkaround in circles for an hour). You can trot now and then, or even gallop. Tryjumping over a stick, going somewhere new, and doing something different. Givethe horse something to look forward to.

Lessons�learned� � �


DON’T MAKE ME STAND AROUND AT THE CROSSTIES WITHMY SADDLE ON WAITING FOR SOMETHING TO HAPPEN

Once the saddle is on, Lucy wants to go. Otherwise, she’ll stomp her feet,tease the other horses, and try to knock tack off the hangers. Parelli points outthat “Mother Nature says: ‘Don't just stand there, do something.’ People sense is:‘Don't just do something, stand there.’”

KNOW WHERE YOU’RE GOING BEFORE YOU GO. IF YOU LET ME DECIDE, I’LL RUN THROUGH THE STICKER BUSHES EVERY TIME

As the rider, you have to have a plan about what you intend to do and whereyou want to go. It’s up to you to take the lead. “As a leader, seek to achieve a levelof benevolent dominance, which makes the horse feel more secure and trusting,”says Smith Thomas. “Sensing your quiet confidence, he looks to you as the leaderand respects you as the ‘boss horse’ in his life.”

“A rider/trainer must develop skills to achieve the role of the Alpha mare,which leads the horse away from danger and saves its life. Once this goal isaccomplished, the horse is ready to 'give all' to that person,” says Bravo.

When Lucy wants to have her own way I gently remind her “I’m the boss andyou’re the hoss,” and I give her direction as to where and how to go. She doesn’treally want to run into those sticker bushes. She just doesn’t know they stick untilshe gets there.

KEEP IT SIMPLE

Horses respond to just a few cues, voice commands, leg and rein pressure,yet they can do very complex maneuvers. Klaus Ferdinand Hempfling, author ofDancing with Horses, says "to communicate effectively with the body requires theparing of movement and gesture to the barest essentials…The simplest gesturesbecome a language." Don't make it more complicated than it has to be.

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DON’T YELL ‘WHOA’ AND THEN KICK ME IN THE SIDE SO I’LL RUN

Make sure your body language matches your message. Noted horsemanClinton Anderson says that “Because body language is a horse’s primary mode ofcommunication, it is what a horse will pick up first.” Since horses are masters atreading non-verbal cues, when verbal and nonverbal language are in conflict, thenon-verbal wins out. So I can say “whoa” all day long, but as long as I keep kick-ing, Lucy will keep on running.

I REALLY WANT TO PLEASE YOU SO YOU'LL BRING ME A CARROT

My horse knows that a good ride is much more pleasant than an unintendedrodeo, where someone gets hurt. Horses generally want to please. "When horseand rider understand each other, they develop a strong bond of mutual trust andrespect," says Heather Smith Thomas.

I’M BIGGER THAN YOU SO DON’T MAKE ME MAD!

I just said my horse doesn’t want to kill me, right? That’s true of most horses,as long as you give them respect. Although I might be “the boss,” I would neverdo anything to injure my horse; I treat her as a partner. Yelling and screamingwould scare her and make her angry, and she’d rear up, or buck. Hitting herwould make her head-shy and she’d probably bite, kick, or run. “Pain and fearare never good motivators; they distract the horse from the desired response,”according to Smith Thomas.

When I need to correct Lucy, I might use a stern voice, sort of like the one myMom used on me when I was a child doing something wrong (the one where sheused my first, middle, and last names). Smith Thomas says that “a disapprovingvoice is often sufficient correction; the horse knows when his human is dis-pleased.” If this doesn't work, I take her to the round pen and make her run‘round and round,’ as I call it. After afew minutes of that, she gets her acttogether.

END ON A GOOD NOTE

When I’m done riding, I alwaysend on a good note. I might ask Lucyto back up or do something else thatshe has mastered, and when she com-plies I reward her by praising her lav-ishly and calling her a “good horse”and I thank her for giving me a goodride; then I dismount and give her atreat. She’ll remember that praise andlook forward to riding again. In fact,when I ask for a ride, she's so anxiousthat she tries to put her own head inthe bridle.

Riding a horse is more than justan activity–it’s really a form of com-munication between a human and amember of another species. It isamazing that we can do this, magical,even. And I think Lucy would agreethat it’s a glorious experience for usboth. AB


Dr. James Anderson is Professor of English and Communications at Johnson & Wales

University's North Miami Campus. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Rhode Island,

and has published articles, fiction and poetry. He and Lucy ride at Southwest Ranches

Equestrian Club.

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featuring…The Canadian Registry of the

Tennessee Walking Horse (CRTWH)has been registering Walkers since1982. Before then, Canadians couldregister their U.S. registered TWH inthe General Stud and Herd book ofCanadian Livestock Records in Ottawa.The first TWH recorded in the GeneralStud and Herd book was the two-year-old stallion, Chief Justice Allen, imported in 1941 by Gilchrist Brothers ofManyberries, AB. Since the emphasis in Canada for this smooth walking, docilebreed has always been on pleasure and utility, rather than the show ring, theCanadian Registry was formed to promote these aspects. The breed has grownsteadily in popularity in Canada with over 4,000 Walkers registered and withAlberta having the greatest number.

CRTWH strives to improve the breed while maintaining its wonderful quali-ties of mild and people-loving temperament, strong bone, substance, correct con-formation and the signature of the breed: the smooth, ground-covering runningwalk. This gait is indeed a WALK, but done at a nodding, overstriding, four-beatspeed of 5 to 8 mph.

With the goal of improvement, CRTWH sponsored the first and only evalua-tive futurity for young TWH in the world. ‘The Canadian’ Futurity ran for 22 yearsuntil 2004, and was held in Alberta. In 2005 it became more inclusive andbecame ‘The Canadian’ Triple Challenge, which can be entered through video.There are three programs: the Program For Excellence (PFE), the Training LevelsChallenge (TLC) and the Ride/Drive Your Walker Program. The Triple Challenge isnot only for breeders wanting to improve their stock, but also for owners wantinga training template or simply a record of time spent with their horses.

The PFE is a tool whereby breeders can have their stock evaluated by alicensed Tennessee Walking Horse judge. There are three levels: Bronze: confor-mation and movement in hand; Silver: conformation, and movement under saddleat a flat walk and running walk, and Gold: conformation, and movement undersaddle at a flat walk, running walk and canter. The levels achieved are included onthe horse’s papers and become a permanent part of its registration.

The TLC starts with Basic Skills and culminates in The Ultimate CanadianHorse, which has successfully mastered tasks in three out of four areas(Horsemanship, Trail Riding, Driving and Optional Activities, and has achievedGold in the PFE.

The final part of the Triple Challenge is the Ride/Drive Your Walker program.Participants keep a log of their hours enjoying their horses. Up to 100 hours earnsBronze, to 499 hours Silver, and over 500 hours, Gold. The Platinum level is to1,000 hours.

The popularity of smooth gaited horses has increased tremendously over thepast 30 years. Canadian born and bred Tennessee Walking Horses are out in front,run-walking away in style with smoothness, soundness and great disposition. AB

ANR is one of 13 Regional Groups ofThe Canadian Pony Club. The area includesthe part of Alberta lying north of a lineroughly half way between Red Deer andEdmonton. Currently, there are 15 localbranches with about 160 members fromages 6 to 25.

The Canadian Pony Club is an organi-zation run by volunteers for young peopleinterested in equine riding, sport and learn-ing from local to international levels. Somefamous graduates include Ian Miller andBeth Underhill (Show Jumping), Sandra

Donnelly (Eventing) and Leslie Reid (Dressage). Disciplines include Dressage (Flat Work), Show Jumping (Stadium),

Tetrathalon (Swimming, Running, Riding, and Shooting), Prince Phillip Games(PPG–Relay Games on Horseback), Quiz (Test knowledge of horsemanship), Rally(Eventing) and Theory Education/Testing.

Pony Club relies heavily on parental volunteers to keep the costs of runningevents to an affordable level. All parents can assist with the running events as thereare many horsey and non-horsey jobs to be done!

Every year, ANR hosts a variety of events. The year starts off with WinterTheory lessons and a weekend camp to develop knowledge on equine care andrules and regulations of Pony Club.

Spring always begins with Regional Quiz, where members are tested on theirequine knowledge gained from their Winter Theory lessons.

PPG Camp, on the May long weekend, is held at Darwell. Here the childrenlearn the games that will be played throughout the season and the InternationalCandidate hopefuls have their first interviews.

July is Rally Camp, a 3-day Event format camp held at Alhambra Stables, RedDeer. After Dressage, Stadium Jumping and Cross Country lessons, there is a com-petition on the last day. Also in July is the Regional PPG Competition; InternationalCandidates are selected and teams chosen to compete at the NationalCompetitions.

The third weekend in August is the Regional Show Jumping and DressageFinals. Pony Club members from all the branches across Northern Alberta com-pete to qualify for a spot on the National Team.

ANR is highly competitive in National and International Events. For two yearsrunning, three members have attained a spot on the International PPG Team. Theteam consists of five members and one spare. Last year, the International teamcompeted in Great Britain, this year at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington,Kentucky. In 2012, the competition will be held in Australia.

The Canadian Pony Club is a wonderful organization which also creates last-ing friendships, self-development and confidence in all aspects of life. The motto:“Loyalty, Characterand Sportsmanship” iswhat all strive todevelop.

For informationon the Canadian PonyClub, please visit ourwebsite at: www.cana-dianponyclub.org. AB

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alberta�North�RegionPony�Club�(aNR)

Jessica Wallin cleaning tack afterthe Cross Country ride at a GrandePrairie show. Photo credit: Sandy Wallin

Jocelyn Skelton concen-trating on Ball andRacquet. Photo credit:Matthew Skelton

Charis Cooper andDee J’s Peppi 2demonstrate theRunning Walk ofthe TennesseeWalking Horse. Atthe time of thephoto, Charis was80 and Peppi was24. Photo Credit: cour-tesy of The CanadianRegistry of theTennessee Walking Horse

Bill Roy and Woodhill’s TS Trooper withhorse-in-training, Uphill Lady By Chance,walking in step. Photo credit: Brandon Dodds.


by Susan Grant-Suttie

The wee Victoria stood there inher new white cowboy boots and herbrand new neon-glitter, green cowgirlshirt. She hesitated when the firstgroup approached her, and shebrushed off her jeans–she was a littlenervous, but so eager to share herpassion.

Victoria is a nine-year-old girl who is part of the Cochrane Pony Club, and

she answered a call for volunteers from the AEF to help at the Calgary Stampedes

Horse Haven youth activity on July 15 during Stampede this year. Finally, she

decided that the kids were easier to talk to than adults, her mom had to handle

the adults.

That particular Friday, the crowd was thick with tourists. Most people cameover to see the horse intestines, heart, and lungs on display that the University ofCalgary supplied. As the visitors ogled the large size of organs, that’s when Victoriaand I would approach and would ask a simple question with the following results.

“Do you like horses?”“Yes.” Big smiles.“Did you know that when a horse licks his lips he is being submissive?”“Yes.” Head nodding.

NOTHING TEACHES BETTER THAN TEACHING

After the fourth “yes,” and the “Where are you from?” question, theapproach was changed. In the case of the foreign visitors to the Stampede whomight only know a few words of English, there seemed to be a tendency to answerquestions with “yes.” With a deep sigh, head hung and back to the lung display,my daughter knew a new approach was needed. But at least she learned that anod, smile, and a “yes” is not always so simple and can end a conversation.

Volunteering at such an event is an incredible opportunity. Many children

who are learning the care, management and riding of horses love to share what

they practice. Such an opportunity enables the little riders to feel valued for shar-

ing their skills with a new audience. Nothing teaches better than teaching.

Another interesting fact was gleaned by this mother-daughter team. Whenasking open ended questions, the children who had more experience with country

or rural life were more engaged withquestions and exploring information.Victoria and the country kids, no mat-ter Western, English, bareback, pleas-ure, or whatever, would stand andchat for a long time comparing theirhorses and mount style and of coursetheir favourite riding story.

Many urban kids and likewiseadults did not know what to ask tomove the conversation along. Theyneeded prompting until somethingtriggered: a memory, a movie, a book,a link to horses in some way. Thenthe curious questions came.

‘HOW COULD SOMEONETHAT SMALL RIDE A LARGE HORSE?’

“How could someone that smallride a large horse?” was asked whena visitor to the booth found out that

Victoria started riding at two years old and, in their eyes, still wasn’t old enough toeven handle a dog. Victoria explained that in her experience, actually riding a bighorse was easier than a small pony. She could give an instruction to the horse andtrusted that by the next step the horse would follow through, thereby reassuringher that the horse listened. A smaller horse might take a few more steps before thefollow through and that might unsettle the rider before the request was met. That’show Victoria felt, “I can think between the big horses’ footsteps and then ask thehorse to do something for me and he will do it by the next step.”

For those who had a moment, the explanation of being introduced to horse-back riding was shared. Some started in the arms of their mom, cradled while rid-ing. In Victoria’s case, she started riding bareback, admittedly body surfing withher tiny two-year-old legs sticking straight out. I was holding onto her frombehind, also riding as she handled the reins.

At that point a few other people joined the conversation. Yes, small childrencan ride safe horses. Victoria learned that horses were animals friends andlearned what to do in case of losing control when riding. Horses are still animals.

“Aren’t you afraid of falling off a big horse?”“No, I was taught how to fall a whole bunch of ways at Pony Club. I am safe,”

she’d conclude with an impish smile. Any readers wondering about results: nobroken bones, and knock on wood!

ROLE MODELLING IS A GOOD THING

A few formal riding lessons at various stables and barns around the outskirtsof the city is a good way to begin, we explained. In Victoria’s case, she learned toride alone, formally, first by a lead line and by a very energetic coach runningbeside her on a leased horse. At the same time, she watched me take dressage les-sons. Role modeling is a good thing.

The next level was to join a club. Often children participate in either thePony Clubs or 4-H Clubs, but there are many suitable stables as well. There are

(l-r) Taylor Bissel and Victoria Grant-Suttiedemonstration sitting on an English sad-dle at Horse Haven at the 2011 CalgaryStampede. Photo Credit: Susan Grant-Suttie


Teaching the Greenhorns

For 50 years, the Cochrane PonyClub riders have trotted, walked andcantered with pride. On July 21, allpast and present Pony Clubbers wereinvited to the Cochrane Pony Clubgrounds to share their stories of thepast with a few inspiring commentsabout upcoming projects.

Millie Pratt cut the anniversarycake representing one of the oldestmembers with a long history relatingto the Canadian Pony Club. Pratt nib-bled her cake and listened to theyoung ones boast of their latest PonyClub Camp successes.

With a chuckle, she and SandraGateman, the District Commissioner,handed out barbeque food and cele-bratory cake to past and presentmembers and supporters of the club.Another successful Pony Club Camphas come to a close and now mem-bers are gearing up for another event.

For more information on events,participation, and information, pleasego to: www.canadianponyclub.org/AlbertaSouth/Cochrane/. AB

Millie Pratt cuts the anniversary cake at the Cochrane Pony Club 50th anniversary. Photo credit:Susan Grant-Suttie

riding lessons and stable management curriculum which includes the care, feed-ing, nurturing, tack, and riding of horses, as well as the various styles of ridingand mounted games. A good stable or club will teach at the least, the riding andcare of horses.

The next step, if owning a horse becomes important, is knowing how tochoose the best horse, which can be a challenge in itself. While discussing this,some people at the booth stepped away and a couple of others joined the conver-sation. Yes, how do city people take care of a horse?

We shared our adventures. The best way we found to buy a horse was to takeour trainer with us. It may cost a small percentage of the horse’s price, but a goodcoach or trainer knows what is the best combination of horse personality and abil-ity required for the level of rider looking for a horse.

If you have never bought a horse, don’t go without your trainer. That is myadvice. Don’t take your best friend who has only had one pleasure-riding horseand will do it for free. The trainer has a vested interest to ensure that you have acompatible mount, will enjoy riding the horse and learning new challenges.

THE FIRST HORSE WE HAD WAS A ‘PORCHE OF A PONY‘

The first horse we had was a ‘Porsche of a pony.’ It was push button, fast andpretty. But , would you give your six year old a Porsche to drive? If the small ridertakes the jockey position, leaning forward, legs up and hugging the neck in an ‘Ohmy gosh!’ position, the pony will take off at a gallop with a tiny rider hanging onfor dear life. Well, leaning forward with legs up means run fast in the horse’smind. That’s the wrong horse for a wee one. We needed a grandma horse that had to be asked three times before the follow through. That way both are sure of what is wanted. And if by chance the fetal position were taken, the grandmahorse would just stand still until the child was sitting properly upright. No moresuper pony.

The country folk shared their horror stories. The urbanites raised their eye-brows that we country parents would put our child on any horse that could gofaster than first gear. Meanwhile, Victoria was showing the toddlers how to mounta pony using the wooden hobby horsewith an English saddle atop.

The question was asked whereto go to see if the kids like to ride? Wecould only give our experiences andwould welcome your stories. I have tosay that the Calgary Polo Club has themost incredible polo camp for kids,usually a little riding experience isrequired, but they supply amazinghorses, top-notch trainers and funbeyond laughter. My daughter was ona ‘tank’ of a horse that was perfect forher 8-year-old body and skill level.

So, can city kids ride? Yes.Victoria shared her success storiesand many joyous antics of mutual gig-gles and horse neighs that might encourage some to join the ranks of the petit tot-ters. Victoria was a proud rider for the Cochrane Pony Club and the AEF. You can’t

stay a greenhorn for long when your love of horses inspires you. AB

Cochrane�Pony�Club�celebrates�50�years

Susan Grant-Suttie is a junior high teacher. She has taught trail riding, along with her

then seven year old daughter, to her middle school ESL students. She is a dressage and

pleasure rider on Lady Scarlet, her Thoroughbred-Wesphalian cross. Her husband and

daughter have always been supportive of her love of horses. [email protected].


The AEF has many great ridingfacilities listed on page 25and 26 that offer starter programs for children. Checkout our qualified coaches whospecialize in beginner riderson the website. What are youlooking for? What do youneed? Contact the office formore information.

I hope that members took the time to read the full story of the terrific insur-ance program that is available exclusively to members of AEF through Capri (a fewissues ago).

As we look forward to 2012, it’s important to highlight some of the informa-tion on insurance coverage and to encourage you to contact us at Capri if thereare any questions.

1) $5,000,000 PERSONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE:

This is one of two insurance policies that is automatically provided to an AEFmember when the AEF accepts the membership fees. As soon as the applicant isconsidered to be “in good standing,” the personal liability insurance as providedis in full force and effect.

The period of coverage is directly tied to the membership–when the mem-bership expires, so does the insurance.

This is liability insurance. By definition, this means that if someone else (athird party) alleges that the member is legally responsible for Bodily Injury orProperty Damage caused to them by a “personal use” owned or leased horse ofthe member…the policy will respond, defend the member as necessary and paythe damages if found to be legally liable.

The policy also provides coverage for the care, custody and control of non-owned horses. For example: if the member was transporting another person’shorse (in a non-commercial situation) and an accident occurred where the mem-ber was held to be legally liable for the transported horse’s injury (or death) thenthe member liability policy would respond. This is a unique coverage that we pro-vide to recognize that almost invariably, the member who owns a horse trailer will(at some point) transport a horse that does not belong to them.

2) ACCIDENT, DEATH AND DISMEMBERMENT (“AD&D”)

This is the second insurance policy that is automatically provided to themember in good standing of the equine association.

This AD&D policy has a “Principal Sum” limit of $30,000. The “PrincipalSum” is the amount which is used to determine how much the member willreceive if they sustain a (listed) injury which resulted from an equine accident.The amount paid will be a multiple of $30,000 or a portion of $30,000. The“schedule” (list) of injuries is what determines how much will be paid.

This is primarily a catastrophic and permanent injury policy. Paraplegia, quadriplegia. Loss of sight, loss of a limb, loss of hearing are all

examples of the types of injures that are “scheduled” and therefore, covered.Death from an equine accident is also covered.

***NEW***

• The Included and Automatic $30,000 Accident, Death & Dismemberment(AD&D) policy now provides a fracture injury benefit of up to $1,000.00.The amount paid is determined by:

a. Which bone is fractured

b. If the member is wearing an equine industry-approved helmet at thetime of the injury.

The Included and Automatic AD&D benefit now provides up to $500 dental benefitif the injury occurs as a result of an equine related accident.

What this AD&D policy does NOT COVER is any

1) loss of income

2) rehab cost for injuries that are not scheduled on the policy

3) members who are over the age of 90 years old.

The policy is in force 24 hours a day, seven days a week and covers themember anywhere in the world.

The policy will pay regardless of any other insurance policy that may be inplace for the member…these types of insurance (AD&D) “stack”–so conceivably,the injured person could collect form more than one insurer if they have morethan one insurance policy that covers the same loss.

So, that is it for the included insurance…an excellent program–at very lowcost–that addresses the reality of being involved with horses.

A few years ago, at the request of our customers, we expanded the insuranceprograms we offer to our Equine Association partners and their membership.

The following is a summary of those Optional coverages that require themember to pay an additional fee.

ENHANCED ACCIDENT, DEATH AND DISMEMBERMENT(AD&D) COVERAGE

If the member chooses, they can opt to increase the “Principal Sum” of cov-erage for AD&D provided to them by an additional $50,000. When this optionalcoverage is purchased, here is also enhanced coverage provided for Fracture (upto $1,500) and Dental (up to $5,000) injuries. (Please note: fracture and dentalbenefits are maximized if you are wearing an equine industry-approved helmet.)

OPTIONAL TRAVEL COVERAGE

If the member chooses, they can obtain a travel/medical policy through theassociation insurers that will cover the member for out of Province/out of Countryemergency medical expenses that might be incurred. This policy covers any num-ber of trips the member may take throughout the year…anywhere in the world–for the first 90 days of any one trip. This policy recognizes that the member maybe involved in horse related activities when they travel and if they have an accidentthat requires medical attention, the coverage will be there. Note that many otherinsurances providers coverage excludes participation in equestrian events.

There are exclusions and as one would expect, conditions of coverage areimpacted by some pre-existing medical conditions. This coverage is not availableto members over the age of 70 years.

OPTIONAL “MEMBERS NAMED PERILS” HORSE INSURANCE

If the member chooses and pays for this optional insurance coverage, theywill have obtained horse mortality (life) insurance for any horse they own if thehorse dies as a result of one of the insured perils.

The perils (causes of death) insured are Fire, Lightning and Transport.The maximum the policy will pay is $4,000 for any one loss. The territory for

coverage to respond is anywhere in North America. The maximum benefit for anyone term–for any one member is $4,000. There is no deductible.

This policy does not cover vet expenses or death arising from any othercause.

As the insurance broker for all members, we also offer FULL MORTALITYinsurance (a product called EQUI CARE that covers the horse for death arisingfrom ANY ACCIDENT OR SICKNESS and offer discounted rates for this broad cover-age. EQUI CARE can also be extended to cover emergency medical/surgical


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expenses that might be incurred. A great product and very inexpensive. If you dowant information regarding the product, call the Capri office and we can send outsome detailed information.

OPTIONAL TACK INSURANCE

This is the latest addition to our Provincial Equine Association insuranceprogram. If you choose this option, then up to $2,500 of your tack will be insuredfor ALL risks of loss, anywhere in North America.

DEFINITIONS AND OTHER QUICK FACTS:

1) Who is an insured: Under the MEMBER insurance program, it will come asno surprise that only the MEMBER is the insured–not the member’s friend,not the member’s coach, not the member’s boarding place owner… only theMEMBER.

2) It does not matter how many horses you own to have coverage under thePersonal Liability policy that is included in your membership and it does notmatter if you board the horses away from your home.

3) The Personal Liability policy will not provide coverage for you if you are suedbecause you let someone else ride your horse and they fall off and getinjured unless the person riding the horse is also a member of an equineassociation or is a person who earns their living in whole or in part in thehorse industry. Your association set this rule in place years ago to encouragemembership. The solution is simple: get people to join the equine associa-tion before you let them ride your horse, Then you are covered.

4) If someone else is holding your horse and the horse kicks them/bites them/stomps on them, etc., and they decide to hold you legally liable for theirinjury, then you are covered.

5) The AD&D policy is for the member…not the member’s horse…if you wishto insure your horse against injury or death, we can help, But under a sepa-rate policy.

6) If the member is a junior/minor and owns the horse and a lawsuit islaunched against the member because the horse did “something” to “some-one” it is almost certain that the junior/minor’s parent/guardian is going tobe named as a co-defendant. In this circumstance, the equine associationpolicy will protect the junior/minor and the parent/guardian–automatically.

7) If the member allows their coach to use their horse in a riding instructionenvironment (perhaps for a reduction in board, etc.) then BEWARE of thelegal implications. The equine association policy will NOT protect the mem-ber if the horse causes bodily injury or property damage while being used“commercially.”

There is a simple solution. The member should request that thecoach/boarding place owner (user of the horse) provide a certificate ofinsurance to confirm that they have Commercial General Liability insurancein place–we recommend a limit of no less than $2,000,000–AND, have thecoach or boarding place insurance provider add the name of the horseowner/member to the Commercial General Liability insurance policy asAdditional Insured. This simple endorsement typically has no cost associatedwith it and will potentially protect the member. AB

The above information is a summary only and should not be construed to be a complete detail of

coverages or exclusions that may apply. Contact the trained insurance professionals at Capri, toll free at

1-800-670-1877 and ask for the equine department with any and all inquiries about the insurance pro-

grams that are provided through your provincial equine association.


Mike King is an equine insurance specialist with Capri Insurance Services Ltd. and is

responsible for the insurance programs that benefit the Alberta Equestrian Federation

and its members. Do you have a question on insurance? “Ask the Insurance Guy”…and

we will provide an answer in the next issue [email protected].

Hunting�on�horseback:�be�visibleby Cpl. D.J. Heaslip, K Div Livestock North

Hunting from horseback has been around since this vast country of ours wassettled over 100 years ago. There are many individuals who pack into the back-woods and hunt big game in the early fall. There are steps that hunters shouldtake to protect themselves and their mounts while in the bush. Visibility is by farthe most important issue involving hunting from horseback. I have noticed overthe years that there are jackets, hats, halters, etc., that certainly enhance your visi-bility in the bush. Red reflective colors seem to be the ones of choice.

Visibility of the hunters is always considered; however, there is not muchconsideration done for the horse and if a hunter is riding, then he becomes partof the “big picture.” Along with the red hat and jacket on the hunter, the horseshould wear a colorful halter and have a bright red ribbon on the rear. Even a col-orful saddle blanket would help make the horse stand out.

Another thing to consider is that some hunters like to stretch out the hoursof the day. It’s common knowledge that one hour before official daylight and onehour after official sun down or dusk are the rules, however if you are mounted onhorseback, realize that squeezing every minute out of the day means you will beriding back to your camp in poor visibility conditions. Start a little later and headback a little sooner.

ON ANOTHER NOTE

It seems that each year we have incidents reported of domestic livestockbeing shot and killed during hunting season. It is strictly an act of carelessness, tosay the least. To mistake a horse or cow for a moose or elk seems to take care-lessness to a new level. When these incidents are reported to the local RCMP Det.,the RCMP members are requested to take down all the details of the shooting inci-dent. When livestock are killed in a hunting zone, during an open hunting season,a reimbursement application form is given to the owner of the livestock. The form,after it has been completed, can be forwarded to the Alberta Sustainable ResourceDevelopment (Fish and Wildlife) where the request is considered for reimburse-ment to the owner of the livestock.

Be careful, be visible and make sure before you pull the trigger that it isbeing done in safety.

For more information, please contact Cpl. Heaslip at 1-780-289-5510(Edmonton) or 1-403-896-0105 (Red Deer District). AB

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Scott Philips in his huntinggear. Photo credit: Gail Phillips


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Kelsey Shacker taking a day off to trail ride. Photo credit: Trailwise Equines

adventures�of�aveterinary�student:�From�lectures�to�practical�hands-on�experience

by Kelsey Shacker

from animals to people), how to promote public health and food safety and advo-cate for the welfare and humane treatment of any animal.

Being in veterinary school has been an eye-opening and very rewardingexperience. If you thought that undergrad was hard, with five to six classes a term,just wait until second year vet med, when you have 10+ classes that all demand alarge amount of commitment, and then imagine what your final schedule lookslike! Those are the days that a good chair, bright desk lamp and the biggest mug ofcoffee become your best friend. It is not all books and studying though, we havevarious activities that students have initiated including clubs, sports teams, as wellas various social activities (like movies, hiking, riding, climbing etc).

FINAL YEAR

Now four months into our final year, the UCVM class of 2012 is spread outacross Alberta (from as far north as Peace River Country to the Alberta/USA board-er) in a variety of clinics from your local veterinary practice to large referral clin-ics working on our practical/hands on experience. We also have the opportunityto participate in rotations across Canada, as well as internationally to locations inthe USA and Tanzania. We have mandatory rotations, like a one month equinerotation (covering topics from vaccinating a horse to more detailed surgeries), aswell as numerous electives like equine sports medicine, ambulatory practice, the-riogenology (equine reproduction), equine dentistry and lameness.

DISTRIBUTED TEACHING HOSPITAL

We are expected to help at each clinic with any task from cleaning stalls,doing physical exams on horses, treating sick or injured horses (under veterinarysupervision), to scrubbing into a colic surgery to assist the surgeon. As for hands-on involvement, it varies case to case. If a client gives us permission to be involvedin a case, we remain supervised and can practice our equine hands-on skills andprocedures that we have been learning since first year. It is a great opportunity forus, so if you do see any UCVM students with your vet, or a plaque or notice sayingyour veterinary clinic is part of the UCVM distributed teaching hospital (the DVLC),I encourage you to allow us to be involved in the case, as you and your horse willget to be part of/influence our education. But we also consider this a great privi-lege and opportunity, and as such do not take these chances lightly!

ON THE MOVE AGAIN!

The DVLC is a very interesting model for a teaching hospital, and I often feellike a gypsy as I move at least two or three times a month. I have learned to be anexpert packer and have laundry, packing, house cleaning and car cleaning downto a less than two-hour process. I giggle when asked where I live, or an address Ican get mail sent to. My current answer “You can find me at RET 760” also known

Fourth-year students Kelsey Shacker and Clarice Larison performing a dental exam andfloat. Photo credit: Kelsey Shacker

In less than seven months, the University of Calgary Faculty ofVeterinary Medicine (UCVM) will be graduating their inauguralclass. UCVM took in their first class (34 students) in the fall of 2008and since then accepts around 30 new students annually.

Students spend a minimum of two years in an undergraduate degree takingspecific pre-vet requirements set by UCVM before they can apply to UCVM. Moststudents have one or more degrees before being accepted.

WHAT IS VET SCHOOL?

A DVM program is a four-year degree; in first year we are taught what is“normal” through learning the basics such as anatomy, physiology, immunology,etc. In our second year we learn about diagnostics tests like blood work, x-rays,and ultrasounds and how to interpret the results, along with topics like bacteriolo-gy, virology and parasitology. In third year, we cover how to diagnose and treat dis-eases through large and small animal surgery and medicine and other similarcourses. To become well-rounded veterinarians, we also spend countless hourslearning about animal behaviour, zoonotic diseases (diseases that could transfer

as my car license plate. Some studentsselected rotations that kept them closeto Calgary, so they do not move thatoften. But I love road trips and theopportunity my little Honda civic and Iget to cruise all over Alberta in thesearch of a place to park or evenunpack for a time. One downside tothis lifestyle is not getting out riding asmuch as I would like. I often make apoint on weekends or drives thatbring me remotely close to the farm tozip out to spoil the horses and have aquick ride.

EXPECTATIONS

Each equine rotation that we areinvolved in is different in regards tothe clinic’s expectations for their stu-

dents, the case load we see and what level of involvement we have. The veterinari-ans we have encountered so far have been amazing; they walk us through cases,ask us questions to stay involved and even give us readings/homework to continueto develop our knowledge in the area of equine medicine.

A day at a clinic could look like the following: 7:30 a.m. check and treat in-house patients; 8:00 am discuss cases with the vets; 8:30 begin appointments inclinic or on the road. Lunch…may or may not happen. Aim to finish calls aroundfive-ish or at least by the time it gets dark out and head home. Arrive home, eatsome food and begin studying. Fall asleep on desk, bed, etc. At 1:00 a.m., calledback into clinic for an emergency. 4:00 a.m. fall asleep in the clinic (maybe a bedif there is one, a pile of horse blankets, a stall, your car); 7:30 a.m. begin it allagain (or if you are lucky head home for the morning to sleep). This is one of theextreme days we may see. But what you learn in a day like that you would not getin a classroom.

So far in rotations, I have had the chance to focus on equine reproduction(inseminating mares, collecting semen, pregnancy check, foal exams and foal-ings), equine dentistry, overall equine health exams, laceration repairs, and somemore complex internal medicine cases. Other topics classmates have experiencedinclude lameness exams, colic surgeries, orthopaedic surgeries, ophthalmicexams and issues, and more!

While on rotations during the day, being on call and trying to consumeenough caffeine to remain functional, students are also preparing for one of thebiggest exams of our lives, which is written in December and once passed, togetherwith our degree, enables us to practice veterinary medicine. I was speaking with aclassmate the other day, and she sarcastically said she wanted to laminate her notesso she “could study while in the shower, in the rain, walking through a muddy pad-dock, or even if you spill your coffee on your notes, it would be no big deal.”

NEXT STEPS

In the next year I hope to experience, see and learn as much as possible. Ilook forward to what a career in veterinary medicine holds for me, and hope to beable to enter into the equine industry and help clients improve their horse’shealth, quality of life, and relationship with their owners. Maybe one day my class-mates or I will even run into some of you. AB


Kelsey Shacker has her BSc in Agriculture with an Animal Science major and is currently in

her fourth year of veterinary medicine. She spends her down time riding a variety of horses

and enjoys both english and western disciplines. She hopes to practice in a rural communi-

ty and focus on equine and large animal medicine when she graduates this April.

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all ages and horse breeds.

For more information visit our website at www.atra.ca

WHO:��Volunteer members and friends to ring in the New Year together!

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WHEN:��Friday and/or Saturday, Dec 30 & 31, 2011.

Interested? Here’s what you need to know:� All volunteers must be over the age of 18

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� Experienced volunteers and staff are available during the eventto ensure you are comfortable and enjoy the experience

� Dining and concession is available; costs are covered

� Hotel and meal costs are covered (volunteers make their ownaccommodation arrangements)

� Volunteers are required to complete an AEF Casino Volunteerapplication form

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� Calgary volunteers are required for on-call shifts

Interested volunteersshould contact:

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The AEF uses Casino funding to help support and deliver programsacross Alberta. We hope you will

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Re-check exam on two-month-old colt tocheck on how his wound had healed andmake sure he is in good physical condi-tion to remain out in pasture. Photo credit:Kelsey Shacker

The AEF needs you!

The 2011 North American Junior and Young Rider Championships were heldat the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington–the same venue as the 2010 WorldEquestrian Games–from July 25 to 31. This competition, which is the only FEI(Fédération Equestre Internationale) championship that takes place every year inNorth America, is for Junior and Young Riders from ages 14 to 21 in five disci-plines: dressage, show jumping, eventing, reining and endurance.

Approximately 250 riders from six countries, Canada, USA, Mexico,Bermuda, Puerto Rico and the Caribbean Islands showed that they had come to win.

This year, Canada qualified 21 dressage riders, 12 jumpers, 14 reiners, nineeventers and three endurance competitors. The USA was represented by 57 indressage, 52 in jumping, 39 in eventing, 19 for endurance and seven for reining.Mexico’s riders competed in endurance (three), jumping (three) and reining(four). The endurance competition included two from Colombia and one eachfrom Germany and Spain. Team competitions are composed of three or four riders.

Canada entered three junior dressage teams–Canada West, Canada Ontarioand Canada East–and one individual rider from Manitoba. Canada’s Junior TeamWest for Dressage included two young ladies from Alberta: Dalyce Gagnon ofCochrane, riding Weynox (owned by Fritz Gaehre), and Megan Overwater of RockyMountain House, riding Wind Walker (owned by Kim Aasman). Completing theteam of four were Monica Houweling from Delta, BC, riding Stentano (owned byMonica and Linda Houweling), and Monika Zillinger from Armstrong, BC, ridingNucari (owned by Christa Massingwinkel).

RESULTS: JUNIOR TEAM TEST

Scores of top three team riders to count.

GOLD 1st USA Region 1 Total scores 199.1894th CANADA WEST Total scores 193.460

Monica Houweling 65.054%Megan Overwater 64.811%Monika Zillinger 63.595%(Dalyce Gagnon 61.919%)

8th CANADA ONTARIO Total scores 189.7309th CANADA EAST Total scores 189.000

Judges: Rohr (Argentina), Campdera (Mexico), Poulin (USA), Vega de Purcell(Dominican Republic), Stubbs (Canada).

JUNIOR INDIVIDUAL TEST

(43 riders)GOLD 1st Sadie Lahey USA Region 1 67.868%SILVER 2nd Sarah Loewen CAN-MAN Ricardo 67.079%BRONZE 3rd Monica Houweling CAN-WEST Stentano 66.605%

6th Monica Zillinger CAN-WEST Nucari 65.526%10th Noemie Gagnon

Bergeron CAN-ONT Vavite Fortuna 64.421%14th Anneka Sutton CAN-ONT Fidelio 64.316%15th Megan Overwater CAN-WEST Wind Walker 64.237%

JUNIOR FREESTYLES

(top 15 riders qualify for the freestyle)

GOLD 1st Sarah Loewen CAN-MAN Ricardo 69.675%SILVER 2nd Monica Houweling CAN-WEST Stentano 67.700%

8th Anneke Sutton CAN-ONT Fidelio 65.850%

9th Monika Zillinger CAN-WEST Nucari 65.700%10th Megan Overwater CAN-WEST Wind Walker 64.200%

Canada’s Young Riders rode in two teams: CANADA-British Columbia/Quebecand CANADA-Ontario.

In the Young Rider Team test, the CAN-BC/QC young women won the silvermedal with a total score of 197.027, with the gold going to USA Region 1 by a nar-row margin–198.104 points! In the Individual test, the winning USA gold medalscored 67.289%; CAN-ONT rider Megan Lane, on Caravella, came fourth with66.079% and CAN-BC/QC rider Mathilde Blais Tetrault on Michealango finished infifth with 65.842%.

Near the end of the freestyle competition, there was a lengthy delay when athunderstorm dumped heavy rain on the arena and caused an electrical outage.Fortunately a generator was found to power the music source for the last few rid-ers. The Young Rider freestyle gold was won by the USA (74.000%). Mathilde’sscore of 66.400% put her in sixth place, Alexandra Dvorak of CAN-ONT waseleventh and Megan Lane came thirteenth. The freestyle judges were MacDonald(Canada), Myhre (Norway), Zang (USA), Gardner (Great Britain) and Armando(Argentina).

The scores earned by Juniors and Young Riders reflect the close competitionfor marks and the consistent good performances achieved by the upcoming eques-trians in our continent. We Albertans are proud of our young people. We hope tosee more qualifying every year for this wonderful international experience!

ALBERTANS ARE SERIOUS CONTENDERS IN KENTUCKY

Bronze Team medal for Eventers

Canadian eventers won both team and individual medals at the 2011Adequan FEI North American Junior and Young Riders Championships (NAJYRC).

In the Young Rider Two Star Championships division, Team Canada, com-prised of Joelle Baskerville of Calgary, AB, Melissa Boutin of Sherbrooke, QC,Christian Bennett of Sutton, ON, and William Dow of Flesherton, ON, earned a totalof 237.2 penalty points to win the team bronze medal. Individually, Baskerville andher Malibu, a 10-year-old Thoroughbred/Hungarian Warmblood cross mare, werethe top placed Canadians finishing in sixth place.

Endurance Riding

Jessica Yavis and Jahlad, of Winfield, AB competed in the CEIJY 2* on July29, and finished in twelfth place out of the remaining 14 that finished out of 29starters in the 75-mile event. She was the only Canadian to complete and one ofthe only riders to ride her own horse and not a leased horse.

Canadian Reiners Win Gold and Bronze Individual medals

Shelbie Friesen, Lane Wilson and Emily Wilson earned top individuals hon-ours in reining on July 30.

Friesen of Saskatoon, SK, riding Golden Lena Chex had a bronze medal finishin the Young Riders division and Lindsay Wankel of Elbow, SK riding Okie DokieJuice placed fifth. In eighth place was Brett Dembisky of Saskatoon, SK ridingMelody of the West. Rounding out the top 10 was Antony Jolin St-Laurent of StFrancois Xavier de Brompton, QC riding Custom Stop.

In the Junior Rider division Lane Wilson of Goodwood, ON, won the goldmedal on No Finer Shiner and Emily Wilson of Uxbridge, ON, earned the individ-ual bronze medal on Miss Cielo Chex.

More detailed score results are available at www.youngriders.org. AB

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PROVINCIAL ASSOCIATIONS CONTACT PHONE

Alberta 4-H Provincial Equine Advisory Committee . . . . . . . . . Yvonne Yaremcio 403-742-8353Alberta Carriage Driving Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chuck Taylor 780-875-4265Alberta Donkey & Mule Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alice Todd 780-696-3892Alberta Dressage Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Suzanne Hanley-Hawkins 403-843-4093Alberta Equestrian Awareness Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Amanda Klause 780-656-5774Alberta Equestrian Vaulting Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marijke van der Sluijs 403-556-6266Alberta Friesian Horse Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Annie Muilwijk 403-885-0345Alberta Horse Trials Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ulrika Wikner 403-340-0270Alberta Hunter Horse Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trish Mrakawa 403-938-6398Alberta Miniature Chuckwagon Racing Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Charlene Bier 403-634-4911Alberta Morgan Horse Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Delrose Burns 403-885-4992Alberta Pony Clubs (North, Central & South Regions) . . . . . . . . . . . . Sandy Wallin 780-940-7837Alberta Trail Riding Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shirley McFall 780-662-4747Alberta Veterinary Medical Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Darrell Dalton 780-489-5007Alberta Walking Horse Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shirley Wesslen 403-885-5290American Saddlebred Horse Association of Alberta . . Lynne Redmond-Dorcas 403-807-7742Aurora Horse Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jesse Reid 867-445-8519Canada Mounted Games Association-Alberta Region . . . . . . . . . . Jane Goodliffe 780-349-6193Canadian Cowboy Challenge Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Danita Phelan 403-975-1974Canadian Horse Breeders Association Rocky Mountain District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heather Rioux 780-967-1030

Canadian Registry of the Tennessee Walking Horse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dianne Little 403-271-7391Certified Horsemanship Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Christy Landwehr 720-857-9550Endurance Riders of Alberta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brenda Henrikson 780-325-2348Equine Foundation of Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Eldon Bienert 780-986-6652Horse Industry Association of Alberta . . . . . . . . . . . . Heather Mitchell-Matheson 403-420-5949Horse Racing Alberta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shirley McClellan 780-415-5475Polocrosse Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kayla Hicks 403-827-7306Trail Riding Alberta Conference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marlene Vanderwekken 403-782-7363Welsh Pony & Cob Society of Alberta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pat Clay 403-934-3666

AFFILIATE ORGANIZATION

Banff Light Horse Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ruth Quinn 403-762-2682Black Diamond Polo Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Robert Sadee 403-949-2697Blackfoot Trail Riders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Linda Vongrad 780-449-5600Bow Valley 4-H Horse Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maggie Smart Miller 403-936-5572Bow Valley Riding Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lucille Doucette 403-678-9856Calgary Arabian Horse Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Diane Walker 403-938-7196Calgary Regional Appaloosa Club (1997) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monique Plumb 403-536-9234Calgary Regional Trail Riders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tricia Sterner 403-547-0569Calgary Western Riders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coreen Calvert 403-804-3277Central Alberta Adult Riding Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Debi Jensen 403-885-5222Central Alberta Special Equestrians Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John McClelland 403-352-6135Central Peace Horse Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Caroline Sekulic 780-765-2119Chinook Carriage Driving Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Patty Carley 403-346-2146Cochrane Horse Trials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heather Craig 403-836-5867Cooking Lake Saddle Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Georgina Riddell 780-922-5460Cottonwood Corrals Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Linda Patry 780-852-3121Didsbury Light Horse Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Denise Thompson 403-335-3462Easy Rider Division of AB Walking Horse Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dianne Little 403-271-7391Foothills Therapeutic Riding Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dianne King 403-652-7419Fort Calgary Wheel & Runner Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jo-Ann Wilson 403-936-5985Fun Country Riding Club of Strathmore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Angela Atkinson 403-533-2338Garden Valley Pony Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Catherine David 780-963-4116Giddy Up Go…Little Hooves…Big Hearts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dawn-Marie Tannas 780-636-2131Gladys Ridge Riding Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cheryl Joyce 403-652-2331Hastings Lake Pleasure Horse Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Anita van Dorp 780-662-3665High Country Carriage Driving Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gaye McLennan 403-938-5069Hot Spots Regional Appaloosa Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brenda Allen 780-723-4329Journeys Therapeutic Riding Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Timmi Shorr 403-601-2805Little Bits Therapeutic Riding Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Olena Dudych 780-476-1233Meadow Creek Vaulting Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marijke van der Sluijs 403-556-6266Millarville Therapeutic Riding Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jessica van der Hoek 403-616-4731Miniatures In Motion Horse Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Elsie Overgaard 403-845-6650Northern Trails Riding Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jamea Minue 403-860-8144Opening Gaits Therapeutic Riding Society of Calgary . . . . . . Yvonne Anderson 403-254-4184Over the Hill Trail Riders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Becky Ann Clement 403-883-2436Parkland Harness Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Donna Hemeyer 403-782-2647Peace Draft Horse & Pulling Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bill Finch 780-532-6118Performance Standardbreds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kathy Sunberg 403-242-8666Prairie Dusters Drill Team Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Crystal Young 780-766-2278Rainbow Equitation Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Roxanne Proudfoot 780-975-7116Ridgeview Riding Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Norene Pinder 780-674-6186Rimbey Sleigh Wagon & Saddle Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Barry Nesbitt 403-843-3520

Rocky Mountain Gymkhana Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lorne Goff 403-845-6708Rockyford Horse Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dixie O'Keefe 403-533-2151Rundle Riders Therapeutic Riding Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Susan Clark 403-678-2740Shortgrass Riding Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stacie Smith 403-378-3677Society of Tilt & Lance Cavalry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Radar Goddard 403-660-0826South Peace Horse Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Barbara Figel 780-532-2846Southern Alberta Trail Riders Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Judy Peterson 403-381-3261Springbank Equestrian Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Norma Ansloos 403-258-3691Springbank Pony Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lois Booy 403-289-9066Spruce View Gymkhana Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dawn Edmondson 403-728-3074Steele's Scouts Commemorative Troop Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . George Clarke 403-933-7782Stone Bridge Carriage Driving Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Richard Holyoak 403-933-3706Strathcona All-Breed Horse Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Phil Coatta 780-922-5207Sundre & District Light Horse Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Anne Allison 403-638-5052Tennessee Walking Horse Association of Western Canada . . . . . Ethel Mankow 780-542-6804The Calgary Hunt Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Laura Palmer 403-931-2444The Welsh Show Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brian McClelland 403-784-3367Traildusters Horse Club of Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lily Wasieczko 780-829-3628Triple R Riding Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lori Hutchison 780-478-0773Uplift Therapeutic Riding Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brenda Orlita 403-362-5570Valley Riders Saddle Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Davina Mason 780-494-2550Western Canadian Wagon Train Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gail Sissons 780-675-2572Wildrose Mounted Shooting Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gail Cook 403-748-3928

AEF BUSINESSES AND MEMBERS PRIORITY PROGRAM

A & K Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 780-648-3734A Sharper Image - Equine Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 780-468-9270Alborak Stable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-932-4819Bank Of Montreal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 416-927-4317Calgary Stampede . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-261-0114Call Away Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 780-847-2858Canadian Natural Horsemanship Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 780-354-3401Capri Insurance Services Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-670-1877Certified Horsemanship Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-399-0138Creekside Equestrian Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-556-6266Digger's Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 780-656-0406East Acres Equestrian Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-990-9916Equanimity Edge Equine Massage Therapy Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-888-378-4632Equine In Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-969-5319Equiviva Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-460-3033E-Sport Physiotherapy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-652-6341Foothills Horse Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-938-4525Gp Farrier Service And Supply Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-866-862-0022Greenbriar Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-279-1931Healing Soles Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-597-6268Higher Trails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-510-8051Hoof & Nail Farrier Supplies Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-252-1661Hoof And Paw Body Workers Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-556-0716Horse Creek Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 780-584-2535Horse Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 905-727-0107Horse Sport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 905-727-0107Horse Sense Herbs Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-434-3727Horse Trekking Adventures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 780-835-4629Horsemanship By Tim Johnston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-506-4805Inner Equine Journeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-934-2706J. W. (Jim) Lawton, CMA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-933-3348Justa Lil Ranch Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 780-568-3414Kubota Canada Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 905-294-7477 ext 2217Marsh Haven Farm - The Innovative Horsekeeper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 877-264-8221Martin Deerline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 780-452-2790Moose Hill Ranch Equestrian Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-242-9209Outpost At Warden Rock Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-877-762-2767Prairie Coast Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 780-532-8402Reverence Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-807-6126Rocking M Stable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 780-209-0112Romp N' Roll Acres Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 780-722-2936Shaw Insurance Agencies Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1866-980-9803Sparks Innovations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-227-2241Spiritual Equine Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-519-6765Syner G Apparel & Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-978-2589The Horse'S Mouth TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-835-7088The Visions West Studio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-242-6162Torn Habit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-935-2384Western Horse Reveiw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-250-1128Whole Harmonized Healing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 780-987-3395Willowdale Equestrian Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403-358-7811


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There were some natural obstacles and we practiced

a lot. But, I fell off after a bit of a spook. Thankfully

I was wearing a protective vest and helmet, but I did

end up in the hospital with a fractured sacrum

(large triangular bone at the base of the spine).

Fortunately, I had added out-of-province/country

travel onto my basic AEF membership. This

covered my hospital stay, covered my husband

flying round trip to be by my side (I ended up

in hospital for five days), helped pay for a

commercial service to drive my truck, trailer

and horse back to Alberta, paid my flight home,

covered crutches, and provided me with

various practitioners after I healed enough for

treatments.”

I was so thankful that the AEF had me covered!

Call the AEF for your membership today, at an annual fee of $40 (individual) and $85 (family), can you afford NOT to be covered?

Alberta Equestrian FederationPhone: 403-253-4411 Toll Free: 1-877-463-6233www.albertaequestrian.com

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