February 09 midwest horse digest Page 15
Remember, the hand gallop, halt, and back
can either make or break a winner. Don’t
discount the importance of these. The hand
gallop is neither a fast canter or a race. It is an
extension of stride while maintaining cadence
and collection. Finally, if a great horse won’t
halt and stand quietly on the rail, then he isn’t
suitable to be a Hunter and will drop down the
card. When called to the line-up, we expect
you to come in promptly and safely and for
Winter Regional Horse Owner
Education Programs
Research Based Information for Horse Owners
The University of Minnesota Extension invites horse owners to
attend three Winter Horse Owner Education Days!
River Falls, WI UW-River Falls Each program offers researched based
This beautifully presented team was easily
February 21, 2009 Agriculture Building information and knowledgeable
noticed in a huge class. The horse stands
410 South 3rd Street speakers, identified specifically for that
quietly, while staying attentive to the rider
(note the ears). Photo: Kryl Sadowski.
Optimizing Your Hay Supply • Improving region by a committee of local horse
Your Existing Facility • Lameness in the experts and enthusiasts. Speakers for
your horse to stand calmly.
Performance Horse • Pasture Management these programs include University of
Catch the Judge’s Eye: Most
• Hoof Care Roundtable • So You Have a Minnesota and Wisconsin faculty and
Hunt Seat classes are large and everyone is
Horse...Now What? • Equine Behavior staff as well as local veterinarians and
dressed in a similar and very conservative
• Metabolic Myths • Equine Nutrition horse professionals.
outfit. Even great horses can get lost in the
• Rehabilitation and Complimentary
$35 Registration Fee
pack and fail to place. Make sure you get
Therapies • Preventative Medicine
includes Program
noticed coming in the gate – this first
• Western Saddle Fitting
impression is crucial to getting on the card Registration deadline:
Proceedings & Lunch
early. Look sharp and professional! Don’t rush Wednesday, February 18th
Registration Form
the gate, leave enough room in front of you. In Cooperation with Univ. of WI Extension
The trot into the ring should be straight and
& UW-River Falls
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
strong, but not too fast. Travel from the in-gate Attendance is limited
to the rail at an angle to keep your horse
Ottertail, MN Thumper Pond Resort
Name_______________________
balanced and moving. When exhibitors turn to
March 14, 2009 300 Thumper Lodge Rd
the right after entering, their horse loses
Email________________________
Winter Care • Research Updates • First Aid
cadence and speed. Before the show, freshen
and Wound Management • Manure
Phone_______________________
up your jacket, iron the lapels and back. Clean
Management and Composting • Humane
Address______________________
your helmet. I always notice shiny boots and
Options for Unwanted Horses Roundtable _____________________________
shiny bits. Invest the time in braiding the mane
• Equine Genetic Disorders • Poisonous
City _________________________
and the tail. It presents a finished, polished
Plants • Ask the Veterinarian Roundtable
look and always gets noticed.
State/ZIP_____________________
• Equine Behavior • Equine Law • Nutrition
Major Faults/Deductions to
County______________________
Roundtable • Elderly Horse Care
Avoid: Illegal equipment. Poor quality Check Location(s) You Are Attending:
movement. Short-choppy stride. Wrong leads.
Registration deadline is
Bad manners, unresponsive, unruly behavior.
Wednesday, March 11th
boxshadowdwn River Falls, WI (February 21st)
boxshadowdwn Fergus Falls (March 14th)
Head behind vertical. Low head and neck.
Secure Online Registration and Program
Speed too fast or too slow. Consistently off
Please include payment ($35/person/
Agendas Available at:
rail. Inconsistent gaits. Sloppy appearance of
location), made payable to the
www.extension.umn.edu/horse
rider. Poor ringsmanship.
University of Minnesota, and return to:
Registration Coordinator University of
Contact 800-876-8636 with online registration
Good Luck & Ride Safe
questions or Krishona at 612-625-6776 with
Minnesota 405 Coffey Hall St. Paul MN
Jennifer Lindgren has been an All-Breed
additional questions. In case of cancellation due 55108
Judge since 1985. She is an experienced
to inclement weather, an e-mail will be sent to Secure Online Registration and
competitor who has earned Regional and
all participants. Programs are recommended for
Program Agendas Available at:
ages 13 and up, but are open to everyone.
national awards in Halter, Western Equitation
www.extension.umn.edu/horse
and Hunter. She loves all breeds of hroses
and keeps her private collection in Grant Park,
Il.
Contact: jenlind22@msn.com
Copyright 2009 by Jennifer Lindgren
The University of Minnesota Extension Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. For
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