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21 New Horizon Stables HDS Schooling, Hockley, Laura Sartwelle, 832-766-8400
21 NM Dressage Schlg Sh, Albuquerque, NM, Adrienne Curtin, 505-228-2197
26-28 SpindleTop Arabian Sprg Sh, Katy, Linda Stoudermayer, 409-673-7177
27 OKC Metro Dressage at High Hill, Luther, OK, Stacia Gray, 405-204-3070
27 GCC Dressage Schooling, Iola, OK, FMI, 918-543-7950
27-28 NMDS Reg Show at Hipico, Santa Fe, NM, Donald Simpson, 505-474-0999
28-29 GSEC Dressage Diamond Classic, Katy, Marilyn Kaulifay, 713-861-0761
Hunter/Jumper
MAY 3-7 Lone Star Round Up II ‘AA’ & Derby, Tyler, Patrick Rhodes, 940-240-1207
6-7 GHHJA May Fest, Katy, Pauline Cook, 281-924-6579
6-7 NTHJC, Willow Draw Farms, Weath- erford, FMI, 817-313-1515
7 Raise the Bar H/J Schooling Sh, Nor- man, OK, Tori Medlock, 405-641-6607
11-14 Fiesta Classic National Show, Katy, Linda Kirk, 713-782-2942
13 H/J Schooling Show, Kings Bridge Farms, Austin, FMI, 512-497-6555
13-14 NTHJC, Valhalla Stables, Aubrey, Rachel Morris, 940-898-0740
17-21 The Show Jumping Classic, Tyler, Patrick Rhodes, 940-240-1207
20-21 Luckie Lady H/J Sh, Pine Hill Sta- bles, Bellville, Pam Hunt, 979-826-8338
20-21 CTHJA, Trinity Hills, Taylor, Kristi Boyd, 512-245-5235
20-21 So TX H/J, Lane’s End, Tomball, Bill Roberts, 281-770-7152
24-28 SW H/J Classic, Tyler, Patrick Rodes, 940-367-1217
27-28 Haras Dos Cavaleros Shoot Out H/J Show, Magnolia, FMI, 281-259-4861
28 NTHJC, Merriwood Ranch, Garland, FMI, 972-278-9810
Open Shows
MAY 6 GHQHA Open All Breed/PAC Sh, Mag- nolia, Catherine Schubert, 832-722-4586
6 Ellis Cty Open Horse Show, Corsicana, Julie 972-483-7774
6 Chisholm Stampede Open Sh Ser, Al- varado, John Robker, 817-556-7983
7 Dist 7 Open Playday Series, Burleson, FMI, 817-373-3170
12-13 HCHA AQHA/Open Sh, Sulphur Springs, Angie Middleton, 214-641-9582
13 NTEC Open Show, Terrell, FMI Call, 214-334-3614
13 AR Open Horse Show, Benton, AR, Rena England, 501-304-0928
13 GCQHA Touch of Heaven Open Show, Depew, OK, Tony Reed, 314-719-6447
13 HCHA AQHA/Open Sh, Sulphur Springs, Vicky Carlson, 972 429 9267
13 Piney Woods Open Horse Show, Mar- shall, FMI, 903-720-02+4
23 Sienna Stables AQHA Intro/Open Sh, Missouri City, Laura Eller, 281-703-7917
15 OAHC All Breed Open Horse Show, El Reno, OK, Beverly Gray, 405-476-6112
20 LSAHC Open Horse Show, Terrell, Sharon, 972-524-9791
20 Woods Guest Ranch Open Horse Show, Boswell, OK, Kelly, 580-566-1300
20 Sprg Buckle Ser Open All Breed, Du- rant, OK, Rachel Rawls, 580-916-1378
20-21 OBHA All Breeds Open Sh, Clare- more, OK, Dinah Coop. 918-232-0432
27 CCEC Open Show Buckle Series, Nor- man, OK, tori Medlock, 405-641-6607
Continued on page 26 It is time to plan for summer trail competitions in the cool
mountains of New Mexico, Colorado and Wyoming. Each of the national trail organizations offer distance and speed op- tions at a variety of scenic and challenging locations, includ- ing the Spanish Peaks in Southern Colorado and Fort Stanton in New Mexico. While early entries are appreciated, they are not mandatory for most events, but early planning is a neces- sity.
Head to the Mountains There are often health certificate and weed-free hay re- May 2017 SouthWest Horse Trader 25 COMPETITIVE TRAIL NEWS IN THE SW
Bell Cow Lake, OK: New NATRC Location “We are delighted to be here
Distance competitive trail organi-
zations are always looking for chal- lenging new locations for horse and rider teams to test their skills and stamina on the open trails. On June 9- 10, the North American Trail Ride Conference (NATRC) is heading to Chandler, OK to enjoy a new venue. Long a favorite of American En-
durance Ride Conference (AERC) en- durance riders, Bell Cow Lake offers improved equestrian campgrounds with more than 40 electric hook-ups and group meeting facilities. The ter- rain is barefoot friendly and the miles of trails offer rolling pastures, woods and, of course, the lake.
this year,” said NATRC regional president Annette Griffin. “And, of course, Phil and Shirley Brodersen always do a terrific job as ride man- agers.” NATRC offers several differ-
ent distances and speeds in six dif- ferent divisions and weight classes, with competitors receiving both a horse and a rider scorecard evalu- ating their performance throughout the weekend. Information about NATRC and the Bell Cow Lake CTR can be
www.natrc.org. w
found on
Disappointed? Not at a Texas Trail Challenge by Jean Wilson
I was disappointed recently with my results at
my Texas Trail Challenge Club (TTCC) trail ride competitions which are generally 6 to 10-mile rides with ten judged obstacles. I seemed to be regressing rather than improving; however, when I thought about it, I realized how much I had achieved. Six years ago, I did not own a horse or a trailer,
and never had a riding lesson. Five years ago, I owned two horses that had both thrown me. Then four years ago, I found TTCC and began to learn how to ride better, camp and work with my horses. I started as a beginner or Tenderfoot, then
moved up to the middle level Maverick, then be- cause I had won five blue ribbons over the previous year, I moved up to the top level, Horseman where the competition got much tougher! My horses and I have camped all over the state
and have ridden more than 500 competitive miles. And, of course, I practice a lot at home. My horses and I are still learning and having fun. Visit
www.texastrailchallengeclub.comfor the 2017 ride schedule. w
quirements to meet that differ state to state. In additional, tow vehicle and trailer maintenance updates are recommended be- fore starting out. The dates and locations of competitions, along with the requirements can be found on the organiza- tions’ websites: American Endurance Ride Conference
www.aerc.org and North American Trail Ride Conference
www.natrc.org. Overnight accommodations can be booked through a number of websites including
Horsemotel.com. w
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