OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2012 THE RIDER /39 Saturday, October 13th Quarter Horse Stakes Wrap


October 13, Fort Erie…The world’s fastest equine ath- letes put on a show of strength and speed at Fort Erie Race Track on Satur- day, October 13th. With 10 races on the card includ- ing three added money stakes events, there was plenty of activity for Quar- ter Horse racing fans to enjoy.


The on track feature was the $150,000 Ontario Jackpot Derby run at a dis- tance of 350 yards for three year olds. In a thrilling fin- ish, longshot Zz Dynasty proved victorious for the jockey and trainer combi- nation of Scott Sterr and Stan Webb stopping the clock in 18.10. At 36-1 the daughter of Fdd Dynasty is owned by Tom Bennie and was last seen finishing


This is the biggest win of jockey Scott Sterr’s career. “She did everything right. She left the gate per- fect and tried hard,” said Sterr. “I wasn’t sure if they caught me at the end but I am sure happy they didn’t!”


This will be the final race of the season for the filly. Her trainer Stan Webb plans to give her the rest of the year off.


fourth in the Lady of the Lake Stake at Fort Erie on October 3.


ty run at a distance of 350 yards for two year olds.


$150,000 was on the line for the field of 10.


Hurri Cartel was rid- den to victory by Tony


Zz Dynasty returned a whopping $67.50 to win. Finishing second was Heros Valiant Lark with a dead heat for third between The Fdd Map and Jj Maxwell.


The co-feature was the Ontario Jackpot Futuri-


Zz Dynasty under Scott Sterr. Photo to Michael Burns Photography Ltd. Hurri Cartel under Tony Bennett. Photo to Michael Burns Photography Ltd.


Toronto’s Mounted Unit takes riding skills to new levels with certification program


Richmond Hill, ON – Toronto Police Service’s Mounted Unit entered a new era in its 130- year history on Monday when four of its officers became nationally certified riding instructors, an initiative that will translate into more effec- tive crowd control.


“There is no requirement under law, or rules or regula- tions from the Ontario govern- ment that we have to have training in certain areas, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t embrace it,” says Training Sgt. James Patterson. “This is definitely going to make everyone here a better rider.”


Sergeant Kris McCarthy and Constables Harold Williamson, Richard Cooper and Joel Houston received their Instructor of Beginner certifi- cation after a rigorous day-long evaluation period on Sept. 10. The program, administered by the Ontario Equestrian Federa- tion, is focused on those who wish to instruct children and adults learning to ride, estab- lishing foundational riding skills with an eye on safety. “The Ontario Equestrian Federation is very pleased that the individuals who are respon- sible for our public safety value the importance of being trained and certified as a riding instructor in this national pro- gram,” says Gillian Ross Eras- mi, education coordinator with the Ontario Equestrian Federa- tion. “Members of this unit


have been working for several years with a certified coach who has not only helped them develop their riding skills but more recently their skill as rid- ing teachers. It is exciting to see them reach their goals.” While the Toronto Mounted Unit is respected across North America and fre- quently trains officers from other areas, having certified instructors demonstrates the unit’s commitment to riding excellence.


“Our main function is crowd control and it can get tough at times,” says Patterson, who likens effective crowd control to a three-legged stool. One leg is having a horse that has been desensitized to dis- tractions, one leg is to work cohesively as a group and the final leg is equitation – the ability to ride a horse well. “When you are going in and somebody is trying to grab you and pull you out of the saddle, you had better know how to sit in and how to ride. Or all of sudden there is a bicycle in front of you; you had better know how to jump. This is basic application of a skill. If you are weak in any one of those three areas, your stool is going to fall over and you aren’t going to do that crowd control properly.”


Hurri Cartel, a brown gelding by Teller Cartel won the race by an easy length in a time of 17.66 seconds while earning a lifetime high speed index number of 101. Trained by Clint Crawford who owns the gelding along with part- ner Nadia Marcoux, Hurri Cartel was making his first appearance since August 4th when he competed in a graded stakes event at Fair Meadows in Oklahoma. “I try to only run my horses six times a year, especially my two year- olds.” said Crawford. “He will take the rest of the year off and be ready to return for his three year old campaign.”


Bennett. He returned $5.70 to win. First Down the Track finished second and Jesskissmytexas ran third. On the undercard, a field of five competed for a purse of $35,000 in the John Deere Bonus Chal- lenge going 870 yards. This distance is a true test of stamina for any Quarter Horse. Racing around “the hook” is not common for this bred of racehorse. Jesswatchme, a four year old gelding by Feature Mr Jess sat in a tracking posi- tion and overtook the field in the final furlong finish- ing in 46.94 seconds. “I learned to ride on Quarter Horses about 30 years ago and rode a lot of 870 yard races, so I was excited to ride in this race at Fort Erie.” said Toronto-


based jockey. “Greg did a tremendous job with this horse and it was a privilege to ride him.”


“The people that bred Jesswatchme told me that the he should do well run- ning around the hook and with Kabel aboard we knew he would be able to save some horse for the final strides,” said winning trainer Greg Watson.


Jesswatchme returned $3.40 to win, Im a Grand Believer finished second with First Down Planetary finishing third.


Live Quarter Horse racing at the Border Oval will return on Wednesday, October 17th. This will be the final Quarter Horse race date of 2012. Post time is set for 1:15pm.


Jesswatchme under Todd Kabel. Photo to Michael Burns Photography Ltd. Doug Mills to be Featured Clinician at the All Equine Show


The All Equine Show is a show dedicated to anyone in the Equine industry.


The planned educational and interactive show will take place at the Western Fair Agriplex in London, ON from March 15-17, 2013.


There are plenty of learn- ing opportunities in this tradeshow through industry experts, clinics and interactive, educational displays.


Features include:


• Extensive booth displays of local businesses


• Top clinicians on site • Equine dentistry • Equine massage • Farrier - Hoof Care • Trailering & loading • Stabling & fencing • Nutrition seminars • Pasture management


• Fashion shows be Doug Mills.


• Horse selection & confirma- tion


The featured clinician will


For more information about the certification program, visit the Ontario Equestrian Federation website: www.horse.on.ca


Doug Mills has built his training skills and riding abili- ties over a lifetime of horseman- ship. Being born and raised on a working cattle ranch in Price, Utah, offered Doug a lifestyle that gave him the opportunity to observe horses and their instincts in their natural environ- ment. This is the key to Doug’s ability to read and communicate with horses. Doug credits many clinicians and trainers for the success of his program, but the horse is still his most influential teacher. With his wife, Lynette and four children, (Kyle, Kade, Kaylee and Kelcie) he moved to


British Columbia, Canada as a farrier and horse trainer in 1989, where he has continued to build his “Training Thru Trust” pro- gram. Three of his children, Kyle, Kade and Kaylee, also train horses using the Doug Mills method, while his youngest, Kelcie stays busy helping out at the ranch and traveling to rodeos.


ing program to audiences. With a calm and easy approach, Doug teaches practical horsemanship skills that EVERYONE can take home and put to immediate use, using his interactions with the horse to emphasize the most fundamental lesson: allowing the horse to make choices.


Doug has a slew of success stories. After more than a decade of teaching horses and riders in workshops and one on one sessions in Canada, United States and Europe. These include futurity wins, interna- tional and national champi- onships also Gold Medals in reining, working cow horse, rodeo, western pleasure, western riding, trail, showmanship, hunter under saddle, jumping, pleasure driving and dressage. Doug is passionate about sharing his knowledge as well as horsemanship, so that horses can overcome their “people prob- lems”. His unique ability as a speaker allows him to present an exciting, educational, and inspir-


See for yourself why so many people around the world have become so inspired by the simplicity of his program, and the confidence and skills they have developed to become better leaders, confidence builders and good communicators with their equine partners.


For more info on Doug Mills, please visit his website www.dougmillshorsemanship.com


Other events at the All Equine Show will include The Equine Gala featuring the “Evolution of the Horse”, held Saturday @ 7pm & Sunday @ 3pm. There will be a Junior rodeo show- down, barrel racing and other timed events plus trick roping demonstrations.


For more information on the All Equine Show visit www.westernfairdistrict.com


London area equine photographer Jaye Tatone. Photoby Rachel Hunt


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