Arizona
BARREL CLINIC & TIMED RUNS - WEDNESDAY MAY 7TH - 6PM TO 9PM
BARREL CLINIC & TIMED RUNS
Wednesday May 7, 2008
6pm-9pm
This 2 hour free clinic is designed for learning about rate, pocket and proper hand usage. After the clinic barrels will be available for 1 hour of timed runs for a nominal fee. Event is open to all ages (under 18 must be accompanied by an adult). No horses will be provided. The clinicians are Kathy and Ross Libonati. Registration is available at phoenix.com. For more information call (602)534-4657.
ARIZONA HORSE LOVERS PARK
19224 N. TATUM BLVD
PHOENIX, AZ 85050
May 7, 2008, 14:10
Arizona
Letter to Editor
I want to thank you.
I was reading the B&B yesterday and found all the blurbs I email to you about Area X spread throughout the paper. I so greatly appreciate your making the effort to do that.
Laura
May 7, 2008, 14:08
Arizona
Letter to Editor
Hi Tracy,
Guinness is doing better. We flew up to see him yesterday and although he has lost much of his tail and has a few bald patches on his body, he looks in good weight and has a great happy attitude. We turned him out and he played a bit and seemed like his old self. He has two more chemo treatments and assuming his bloodwork stays alright and there are no major negative side effects, they should go as scheduled. If that happens, we should have him home in a couple months.
Thanks for all your prayers for him and for everything else you do.
Talk to you soon,
Tom
May 7, 2008, 12:39
Arizona
Desert Palms Diamondbacks Youth Riding Club donates $1,200 to Horse's Help Therapeutic Riding Center
Desert Palms Diamondbacks Youth Club at Desert Palms Equestrian Center
donates $1,200 to Horse's Help Therapeutic Riding Center in Arizona. Desert
Palms Saddlebred Salsa was donated to their annual picnic and was a great
success! Youth club members attended the event and helped with the handicap
riders and mingled with the public. Desert Palms is a premier riding center
in Arizona that offers private lessons, youth club, adult and kids camps,
clinics and horse shows. The youth club is ran by Lynne Markan
(lynnemkenney@aol.com) and Erin Rae Smith (erinrae@desertpalms.net). The
youth club has monthly meetings, cookouts, horse shows, clinics, and
provides help with Horse's Help Therapeutic Riding Center. I you would like
more info, go to www.desertpalms.net
May 7, 2008, 12:03
Arizona
WILDHORSE RANCH RESCUE TO HOST HAVASUPUP MUSIC FESTIVAL TO HELP GRAND CANYON HIKING DOGS
Wildhorse Ranch Rescue Inc., (WHRR) Gilbert, a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to saving horses and mules from abuse, neglect, slaughter and premature death, on May 10, 2008, will host the HavasuPup Music Festival.
The festival, to help the Grand Canyon hiking dogs, is possible due to the joint effort of WHRR; Flagstaff-based Second Chance Center for Animals; Kanab, Utah-based Best Friends Animal Society; and the Havasupai Tribal Council. Havasu `Baaja, more commonly known as the Havasupai Tribe, are the traditional guardians of the Grand Canyon.
May 7, 2008, 10:52
Arizona
PISTOL PACKIN’ PAULA’S FUND RAISER AT BISON MUSEUM
On Saturday, April 19th, hundreds of Friends & Fans attended the “Wild Western Gala Gathering” Benefit Event, hosted by Gary Martinson at his world class Bison Museum located at 16641 N. 91st St., in Scottsdale and showed their support for Arizona’s #1 Cowgirl Performer, Paula Saletnik {aka: Pistol Packin’ Paula}. 100% of All Proceeds went directly to Paula’s Medical & Rehabilitation Fund to get her “Back in the Saddle Again!”
Special Thanks go out to the “Best in the West” line-up of Performers who graciously “Donated” their Talents to Paula’s event. Singer/Songwriter Tom Hiatt... the McNasty Brothers, John “Lucky” Robinson & Wild Bill LeFever... the Whistle Stop Bluegrass Band... Jeff “Justus” Harrison... Arizona State Historian, Marshall Trimble... Banjo Wizard, Joe Bethancourt... Cowboy Poet, Jan Michael Corey... Master Magician, Gary West... Award Winning Artists Gary Kotula & Moses Provencia... Celebrity Look-A-likes, R.H. Doudell as “Gabby Hayes”, John Anderson as “The Duke”, Dennis Keogh as “Sean Connery 007" and Bob Phillips as “Barney Fife”... & the One Man Wild West Showmen, Jon “Hotshot” Mincks.
May 1, 2008, 11:22
Arizona
Equine Infectious Anemia has arrived in Arizona
Equine Infectious Anemia has arrived in Arizona. So far, it has been traced to Rawhide, off I-10 near the Chandler Boulevard exit.
EIA is in our area, 8 miles southwest of the City of Maricopa. It has been found in a mule being boarded at a large facility. The mule's owner got a Coggins test in preparation for a trip out of state. The boarding facility is now under quarantine for the next 60 days. Blood is being drawn again on the mule by the State Department, and on all the animals at the facility.
This disease is transmitted by horse flies and deer flies that have bitten an infected animal. They then fly to another animal, bite it, and transmit the disease.
May 1, 2008, 11:14
Arizona
WILDLIFE NEEDS YOUR HELP - ANDERSON MESA HABITAT PROJECT
Arizona Wildlife Federation
Arizona Antelope Foundation
Anderson Mesa Habitat Project
Weekend of May 17-18
Great Family Weekend Opportunity!!A.M. Elk
Project location:
Near Lower Lake Mary, SE of Flagstaff
Project begins:
Saturday morning. Meet at camp at 7:30 a.m. This is a 2-day project, ending on Sunday afternoon, although you are not required to stay for 2 days. Please feel free to come for any length of time you are available during the weekend.
May 1, 2008, 11:09
Arizona
SORTING OUT THE CHALLENGE
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| Byron and Destry Haught receiving their Trophy buckle |
At the Rafter M Productions Team Sorting Event held April 18-19 at the Payson Event Center in Payson, Arizona there was a challenge issued of sorts (no pun intended) and answered by a local team. With a Phoenix team sorting all 10 cows in 2:15 seconds the challenge was passed on and answered by a local team by sorting all 10 of their cows in 1:47 seconds. The Phoenix team was comprised of Jolyn Hutchings, Daryl Gehring and Cindy Williamson. The experienced sorters that they are were actually the ones challenged initially. “They came to Payson to give our format a try” said Sandra Walker “As far as I know, we are the only ones using this format currently., It’s much more challenging, and a lot of fun to boot.” Giving it a try they stumbled a little at first but because of their experience they sprang into action in the final go-round and truly showed how it can be done. With that challenge upon them a local team comprised of three generations of Haughts.
May 1, 2008, 09:50
Arizona
News from Rebecca Johnson, 2008 Gilbert Days Rodeo Teen Queen
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| Gilbert Days 2008 Rodeo Royalty Court, left to right, Gilbert Days Sr. Princess 2008- Dana McKenzie, Gilbert Days Teen Queen 2008- Rebecca Johnson, Gilbert Days Rodeo Queen 2008 - Nicole Crooks, Gilbert Days Princess 2008- Lindsey Herrmann, Gilbert Days Missy 2008- Lauren Bollard |
Howdy everybody we are the Gilbert Girl's and we are here to prove that the rodeo year of 2008 is going to be great!
Hello, my name is Rebecca Johnson and I am the 2008 Gilbert Days Rodeo Teen Queen. The Gilbert Days Royalty has already started this year out in full swing. We have been to several Rodeo’s and parades, and have several more functions on our calendars just for April. We have met some amazing people and have made many new friends. We are having the times of our lives; it is such an honor to be a part of the western way of life and to be able to help others.
Apr 30, 2008, 10:43
Arizona
Peruvian Paso Mare rescued from filth and starvation takes honors at pomona Championship horse show
Hija de Sol Y Luna wins the blue and reserve champion halter mare with world renowned Chalan Juan Garayar as her handler
Hija de Sol Y Luna (aka Sunrise) a stunning palomino Peruvian Paso mare who was rescued six years ago from filth and neglect added to her amazing rags to riches story last weekend by taking first place in halter mares and reserve champion halter mare at the Southern California Peruvian Paso Horse Club’s Spring Classic Championship show held at the LA County Fairplex on April 13 and April 14, 2008.
Sol Y Luna was rescued with several other horses including her protector and lifelong friend, Conquistador, in August 2001 from severe starvation and neglect. Conquistador also became a champion after his rescue and watched over the little mare with the platinum mane and tail for most of her growing years.
Apr 30, 2008, 10:27
Arizona
Final Results of Team Sorting in Payson
Good Evening Everyone,
I hope this finds all of you enjoying the spring weather! Saturday April 19th, we had our final sorting in our Payson Buckle Series. Being a new event to the area it turned out to be a huge success. We more than doubled our number of teams with only flyer, email, snail mail and word of mouth advertising. We graciously had newspaper coverage locally in Payson which assisted in getting the word out and gaining some interest. We decided to add a clinic to the event Friday evening and it went over with a bang. It was sold out with 23 participants and a number of people auditing. We'd like to thank all of those who came out and gave it a try and those that assisted us in pulling it together. The food was provided by "Hog Wild" of Camp Verde and was excellent. I don't know anyone that doesn't like mouth watering fresh pulled pork which is their specialty, and that's what we were treated to. I have attached a couple pictures from the sorting. You can view more on the website as it will be updated this week. We will again have photo albums available for viewing at the next sorting on May 17th, at Arena Del Loma in Camp Verde. Don't forget to pick up the Bridle and Bit for May as there will be an article about the sorting with a few photos. Information for the next sorting is available on the website currently and will also be provided in flyer form in the Bridle and Bit. We hope that you will join us for this series and your chance to win a trophy saddle, buckle and more great awards! If you have any questions please feel free to contact us via www.raftermhorses.com or directly by phone. Thanks for being a part! Have a great evening!
Apr 30, 2008, 10:19
Arizona
Horses Help Golf Tournament Rescheduled - New Date October 3rd, 2008
Greetings!
We know you just could not wait for our golf tournament on May 9th, however you will have to contain your excitement for just a little longer. Our Tournament committee has added some very special technical advisors and have moved the tournament date to October 3rd 2008.
The location will remain at the Starfire Golf Club. We will give you up to the minute information as it is supplied to us.
Thank you for allowing us to serve you and apologize for the inconvenience.
Gregg Goodman
Executive Director
Horses Help
Apr 30, 2008, 10:13
Arizona
Adopt 1031
MASH dog #1031 needs a name and a home. He is a 2 year old Shepherd mix who came to the MASH unit in November 2007 along with 30 other dogs whose owner failed to care for. He is very sweet and is good with other dogs. Sergeant Beckley of MASH isn’t sure about cats.
“He really needs to be in a home where he can run and play all day long,” she said.
Here is a opportunity to provide a sweet neglected animal with a new home and name.
Apr 30, 2008, 10:04
Arizona
ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE HOSTS SUCCESSFUL MEETING ON PROPOSED HORSE RESCUE STANDARDS
APRIL 15, 2008 MEETING ADDRESSES SEVERAL KEY ISSUES RELATED TO RESCUING HORSES IN ARIZONA
On April 15, 2008, the Arizona Department of Agriculture hosted a meeting to discuss proposed standards for Arizona horse rescues, to update the horse community on current Department legislation affecting horses, and to open a dialogue between the Department, the horse community, horse rescues, and community members. The meeting was hosted by Dr. John Hunt, Associate Director of the Arizona Department of Agriculture, and by Mr. Ed Hermes PIO and legislative liaison for the Department. Community members, horse lovers, horse rescuers and interested parties from many areas of Arizona north to south and from as far away as the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) in Washington, D.C. attended this very successful meeting in which everyone was given a voice and in which attendees agreed on three specific strategies that were summarized by Dr. John Hunt:
Apr 30, 2008, 10:02
Arizona
Team Sorting In Payson
Good Evening Everyone,
I hope this finds all of you enjoying the spring weather! Saturday April 19th, we had our final sorting in our Payson Buckle Series. Being a new event to the area it turned out to be a huge success. We more than doubled our number of teams with only flyer, email, snail mail and word of mouth advertising. We graciously had newspaper coverage locally in Payson which assisted in getting the word out and gaining some interest.
Apr 29, 2008, 10:19
Arizona
ANNUAL FIRE BAN TO BE IMPLEMENTED - County Parks set May 12 as start date for annual fire ban
The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department will initiate its annual fire ban beginning Monday, May 12, 2008. “This winter, the County received an abundance of rainfall which produced beautiful wildflowers and lush vegetation in the parks. However, this vegetation has since dried out and left the parks with a large quantity of ground coverage that could easily catch fire,” stated Maricopa County Supervisor Andy Kunasek, Chairman, District 3.
“Because of these conditions, the parks are initiating the fire ban a little earlier this year. The ban includes the use of campfires, fire pits and charcoal grills. It is still acceptable to use gas/propane grills in designated areas,” added Kunasek.
Apr 28, 2008, 16:12
Arizona
RESULTS FROM AREA 20 EQUESTRIAN EVENT, APRIL 19, 2008 TEAM ROPER
ATHLETE PLACING
SHOWMANSHIP
BRANDON MOSLEY BRONZE
CHRISTY PARGAS MEMORIAL GOLD
BRIAN GROSS JFK HS GOLD
TIM MARTIN JFK HS GOLD
MICHAEL AGUILAR SILVER
MATTHEW OLGUIN JFK HS FOURTH PLACE
Apr 28, 2008, 16:07
Arizona
New ASU Riding Club
In the fall semester of 2008, Arizona State University plans to include horses and horsemanship by launching the ASU Riding Club. The Club is affiliated with the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA). According to the IHSA web site, the IHSA promotes competition for riders of all skill levels, who compete individually and as teams at regional, zone, and national levels.
The association was founded on the principle that any college student should be able to participate in horse shows regardless of his or her financial status or riding level. Emphasis is on learning, sportsmanship, and fun. Competition plays a role but the students’ enthusiasm and team spirit are the major factors. The objective of IHSA competition is to offer the opportunity to riders in their first years of riding as well as to students with show experience.
Eliminating the expense of shipping or even owning horses puts IHSA competitions within reach of many who would otherwise miss the equestrian experience.
Apr 27, 2008, 14:40
Arizona
Country Thunder 2008 – Hometown Boys Steal the Show
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| Hometown boys Harry Luge (L) and Dierks Bentley (R) entertain the Country Thunder Crowd in Florence, AZ. Photo by Gayle Lindgren |
The 15th Anniversary of Country Thunder kicked off on April 17th in Florence, Arizona with a performance from The Doo-Wah Riders and the party continued through Sunday, April 20th when Phil Vassar took the stage and closed out the festival. Four days of country music and fun were held together by great concerts from Joe Nichols, Neal McCoy, Pat Green, John Fogerty, Sugarland, Bucky Convington, Billy Ray Cyrus, Kellie Pickler, Sawyer Brown, and Phil Vassar among others. A couple of the best shows of the weekend were provided by our hometown boys - Harry Luge on Saturday afternoon, and Dierks Bentley on Saturday night.
Apr 27, 2008, 13:41
Arizona
37th Annual Open Buckle Horse Show and Playday sponsored by the Equestrian 4-H Club
37th Annual Open Buckle Horse Show and Playday sponsored by the Equestrian 4-H Club on Saturday, October 25, 2008 at the new Brazos County Expo Center in Bryan, Texas. Indoor arena, stalls, and RV hookups available.
More information coming this summer at www.freewebs.com/equestrian4-h or
email nkcattle@aol.com or greyhairfarm@yahoo.com
Apr 27, 2008, 13:33
Arizona
New River Saddle Club April Results
The New River Saddle Club held their April gymkhana at Larkyn Arena in New River on April 19, 2008. It was a GREAT turnout with 99 riders. Our events were: barrels, poles, Big O, and hourglass. MANY thanks to Jim Tunnell for all of the hours spent on the tractor, making our arena nice. Our first night gymkhana of the year will be held on May 10, 2008. Books will open at 4:00pm and the events will start at 5:15pm. We will be running barrel time onlys before the gymkhana. Our May events are: barrels, poles, London bridge (no jump), and barrel keyhole. Come on out and have some fun!! For more information and complete results, please visit our website at www.newriversaddleclub.com
Apr 25, 2008, 14:10
Arizona
AZ Mini Mystique - Coughdrop's Chatterbox
Here I am again Folks and let me tell you – again I’ve been pretty busy. We got some new members on our AZ Mini Mystique Team and we have been practicing, practicing and more practice. I’ve had to do #1 spot and lead the team and show everyone where to go. Thanks Bonsai for letting me take over your place. It sure was fun. My two new friends, Maggie (driven by Jane) and Tiko (driving by Rand) are both doing really good in the performance. They followed my lead perfectly. What Bonzai – you want #1 spot back? Hmmm – maybe.
Let’s see what else we did since last month. The team that will be going to the Rose Bowl got their pictures taken last Sunday. Of course, I got mine taken too but then I found out that Mom isn’t going. She feels that I’m good enough that I can go without her as long as I promise to be good for Roz who will be driving me. I’ll be good because everyone along the parade will be looking for me. I’m such a hit! I have to admit, all my friends were a hit too.
Apr 25, 2008, 14:05
Arizona
Coconino Cross Country Fundraiser - May 31-June1, 2008
We are pleased to announce the 4th Annual Coconino Cross Country Schooling Fundraiser! Our valued Area X instructors are once again donating their services in order to help us raise the money needed to maintain and improve existing courses for the horse trials in Flagstaff. Due to last year's success we were able to make significant improvements on our courses and we are hoping to do even more this year. Among other things on this year's agenda, our new course builder and designer will be changing the track near the Posse Arena! Please remember all proceeds from the fundraiser go directly to improving our courses, so bring your friends.
Apr 25, 2008, 14:00
Arizona
SIXTH ANNUAL VULTURE PEAK TRAIL TRIALS
This is getting to be a habit! Once again, we're looking at the trail for new obstacles. We're leaving the "horse-eating donkey" at home this year, along with the bouncy bridge. That means we need six different obstacles for the riders to overcome. Come join us and see what obstacles we have for 2008! Mark down the date. It's Saturday, October 18th.
The trail goes the opposite way from last year and should take approximately 3-4 hours to complete. Once again, there will be six judges along the trail. We want to have everyone registered and on the trail by 9 a.m. Registration begins at 7:50 a.m. Please be back to the staging area by 12:30 for lunch, which is included in your entry fee.
Apr 25, 2008, 13:51
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