28/ OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2012 THE RIDER Professional Farrier Supply Inc.- Horseshoes And More With The Click Of A Mouse
Brad Davidson (certified jour- neyman farrier), owner of Profes- sional Farrier Supply Inc, has served the needs of farriers with specialized equipment and tools since 1983. Like most businesses in recent years, that service has included a website. Professional Farrier Supply Inc. is pleased and excited to announce their newly rebuilt Professional Farrier Supply website at:
www.profarrier-
supply.com.
The newly rebuilt website has several new features. One allows
you to browse the extensive in-stock inventory of horseshoes, farrier tools, hoof care products and sterling silver jewelry with a click of your mouse. Another provides online ordering with the option to ship items any- where in the world. Customers can also view the Professional Farrier Supply Inc. shop and inventory first- hand by taking the online tour of the completely stocked 6,500 sq. ft loca- tion. A new electronic newsletter and Facebook page are also available for updates and news!
Professional Farrier Supply Inc. is hoping customers will find the new site helpful and user friendly. Please submit any comments, sug- gestions or questions via the web- site’s contact us page or call 519- 940-4247 or toll free at 1-800-563- 7862.
Xtreme Cowboy Racing Is Rising Up in Ontario By Joe Scully
The newest sport that’s taking over the Equine World is Extreme Cowboy Racing. Billed as a “Family Cowboy Sport for all Riding Levels”, it is open to riders with various backgrounds, and mounts of the Horse, Mule or Pony Kind. The brainchild of Craig Cameron, an internationally recognized and award- winning horsemanship clinician, Extreme Cowboy Racing is a balance of Horse- manship and Speed, in celebration of the greatest animal on earth, the Horse. The Sport has been featured at the Calgary Stampede, as the “Cowboy Up Challenge”, and at Canada’s Outdoor Equine Expo in Canada, while experienc- ing rapid growth across the United States, since its launch as a recognized associa- tion, the Extreme Cowboy Association in 2008, has created a community and com- petition spanning 17 Regions culminating point to the EXCA World Finals in Texas. A course is set with approximately 10 obstacles depending on the level of the class. The obstacles are challenging, and their accomplishment exemplifies a trust- ing, broke horse, and a relaxed and rewarding rider. Obstacles may feature a ground-tying component, lead change, side-pass, speed, stop, roll-back, etc., in addition to out of the paradigm conditions to simulate “ranch work” or “trail riding”. Some examples would include: • ground tie a horse, crawl through a tun- nel maze made of straw bales and remount;
• dally a rope to a saddle horn and raise a flag;
• jump over a series of obstacles (i.e. straw bale or log jumps);
• transport an object from a-b by carrying it;
• transport an object by dragging it; • go over a tarp with branches on it; • sort out a cow from a herd; • blindfolding the horse and leading it;
• loading the horse on a trailer; etc. Judging is based on the obstacles, overall horsemanship and time. Each obstacle is scored out of 10: 1 point for “Approach”, 8 points for the obstacle itself, and 1 point for “departure”. Horsemanship is judged on speed, con- trol, loose reins, straightness, correct lead changes, seat, attentiveness, etc. And the Time is scored based on finish-time. I first heard of the Extreme Cowboy Race when I was invited to watch at the 2011 Canada’s Outdoor Equine Expo at Iron Horse in Burlington. I missed the performance, but saw the great reviews on social media and from subsequent conver- sations.
“performance” as we had done in Burlington, but I was eventually informed that the entries were strong and this was going to be a 9am - 5pm kind of event.
Fortunately, my wake-up call and multiple alarms were able to wake me for a 7am set-up of sound equipment and preparation.
The event started shortly after 9am, and the “long go” of the Youth and Open Divisions carried straight through until 2pm.
In 2012, I was invited to co-host the Extreme Cowboy Race at the 2012 Cana- da’s Outdoor Equine Expo, along side the originator, Craig Cameron. It was an hon- our to be a part of the event, and I had a lot of fun throughout the event with com- mentary between Mr. Cameron and myself. I learned more about horseman- ship in the 2 days just working the event than I had spent years through trial and error and reading. And, it was tied together with both the personality of Craig Cameron and the competition of the Extreme Cowboy Race.
After two consecutive Extreme Cowboy Races at COEE, a group of par- ticipants collaborated to launch an Ontario affiliate of the parent EXCA. Ontario’s Xtreme Cowboy was formed. Their next point of business was to acquire me to MC and DJ as I had with Craig Cameron. I again was honoured, but more excited as I enjoy the challenge of making competition interesting and engaging, and this was well out of my paradigm.
The inaugural event was in Norwood in conjunction with the Norwood Fall Fair. We were slated for Thanksgiving Monday. My expectation was a 2 hour
What we noticed almost imme- diately, is that the crowd was “hooked”. The norm for a “fair show”, be it rodeo, bull riding, mon- ster trucks, is that the crowd usually watches for a half hour to an hour, and then slowly gets smaller as peo- ple go to see other parts of the fair. A majority of the crowd stayed the duration of the go, and those that left the seats had their seats replaced by other spectators throughout.
About an hour separated the “long go” and the Finale, and again, surprisingly, a large number of spec- tators returned.
Reflecting on this event, it defi- nitely is on its way to being some- thing phenomenal. It was the “big draw” at COEE, and it kept a crowd
enthralled at a fair on Thanksgiving Weekend. I’m certain people can- celled Family Dinner on Thanksgiv- ing Monday to watch the event. The participant numbers were strong for a first-outing, and lots of interest has been generated post-event to get involved.
Some reviews:
“Paul and I attended the Nor- wood fair yesterday - just to see the extreme cowboy races - they were awesome - no wonder you all were smiling - what a great way to spend quality time with great horses and even better people - well done!” ~ Monica Schjott
“Amazing” ~ Dan Allen “Extreme Cowboys at the Nor- wood Fair are awesome” ~ Josh Cut- more
“It was very exciting to watch. They showed a great skill.” ~ Frank Lester
ty, I believe the Extreme Cowboy Race will become a staple. Equine Affair, Calgary Stampede, Norwood Fair, Canada’s Outdoor Equine Expo… big names, but just a start.
More information on:
Extreme Cowboy Association:
www.extremecowboyassociation.com Ontario Xtreme Cowboy:
www.ontarioxtremecowboy.ca/ Ontario Xtreme Cowboy on Facebook:
www.facebook.com/groups/264083717 033994/
“It was something new and dif- ferent and appealed to every person- ality and interest. There were a lot of different things involved
and each a certain degree of dif- ficulty.” ~ Ed Walsh, Norwood Agri- cultural Society President
Where Equine is a major com- ponent of entertainment or communi-
Straw Jump in the Extreme Cowboy Race in Norwood, ON. Jennefer Postma. Photo by Heather Vansfield
The Canadian International Farm Show’s Horse Depot. International Centre, Mississauga February 5-7, 2013!
The Canadian Interna- tional Farm Show (CIFS) has announced a new facet to Canada’s largest indoor farm Show, the Horse Depot, presented by the Ontario Equestrian Federa- tion. OEF members receive a 10% discount on exhibit space within the Horse Depot Section booked by November 2, 2012.
community, 2013 will be the 27th edition. This longstanding event is all- encompassing and includes all facets of the agriculture industry. In 2012, over 22,000 Producers attended the event. Pre-registration was up over 26% from the
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to nominate the next indi- vidual or agribusiness for this award.
Youth in Agriculture Bursary
To help support the next generation of farmers, the Canadian International
Small Farm and Equestrian lifestyle... whether it’s equipment, energy, feed, tack, clothing, grooming supplies, fencing, trailers, riding groups, farriers, vet- erinarians, insurance, breeders, associations and the list goes on. Education- al seminars will touch on relevant topics including feeding, grooming and equine massage.
The Ontario Equestri- an Federation (OEF) repre- sents more than 21,000 individual members who come from all sectors of the horse industry. Their membership base includes professionals, amateurs, competitors and recreation- al enthusiasts of all ages and disciplines.
Canada’s Largest Busi- ness Generating Farm Show
The Numbers Tell the Tale… An annual tradition for the Ontario farming
previous year. The CIFS Bus Program welcomed 13 buses that transported over 650 people straight to the doors of the show! More buses are wanted! Find out how to get involved.
Giving Back
Producer of the Year Award
The Canadian Interna- tional Farm Show will hon- our Ontario’s Producer of the Year. Visit our website
Farm Show annually donates a $2,500.00 bur- sary. This bursary program is managed by the Junior Farmers’ Association of Ontario. Congratulations to Ashleigh Landman, the winner of the 2012 bursary.
NEW for 2013!
Equestrian Exhibition Presented by the Ontario Equestrian Federation. This feature will showcase everything to do with the
New Product Launches With the large num- ber of attendees looking to source their farm related equipment and supply needs, the Canadian Inter- national Farm Show is the place to launch your new products or services. The marketing team will work with you on your presenta- tion and marketing.
Tractor Demo Areas It’s always nice to look, but better to touch. New for 2013 will be our Equipment Demo Areas. Be sure to book early to secure your space!
Be sure to visit the website for all of the excit- ing details.
www.Canadian-
FarmShow.ca
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