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Horsey gift-shopping? Start with a look at your Ho-Ho-Horsetrader! I


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f there is a horseperson on your Christmas list, there is no reason not to look for something they will truly appreciate right


here in California Horsetrader magazine. The same advertisers who advertise all year (and support the only true ongoing regional equestrian news magazine) also have plenty of holiday items to offer. Whether it’s for pets (Sierra Dogwear, ad on page 11; Lydia Hiby on page 14), something small but needed (Hooves and Paws, page 3), or something large (Southwest Trailers, back cover) and everything in-between, there is lots here to browse through. Giſt certificates at a trainer (Trainer’s Directory, page 21) or other service, such as a photographer (Danger Dingo, page 20) also might be a perfect alternatives to only cute but not truly practical giſt ideas. Anyway... we love our advertisers, and we think you will, too if you give them a look.


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TI Christmas Ride is Dec. 14! – Speaking of holiday tradition, the 2025 ETI National Christmas Ride hits the


by Thursday, Dec. 11, and releases must be completed before the ride. Mail your checks to: Equestrian Trails Inc., P.O. Box 920668, Sylmar, Calif., 91392. You also can text an RSVP to (818) 698-6200, or email an RSVP and Zelle payment to office@etinational.com.


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n the market for a tractor? — Let Inland Kubota in Redlands steer you in the right direction. Kubota tractors are designed to


deliver efficiency, power, and comfort whether you’re maintaining pastures, grooming arenas or performing general property maintenance,


the road. See the Southwest Trailer Sales ad on the back cover of this issue (page 36) and be sure to check out their awesome website at htps://southwestrailer.com. Call toll free at (888) 809-8887.


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helping provide years of dependable performance with trusted durability and reliability. There are some promotions now especially for equestrians in the form of “Equine SPecial Rebates”. Some of the current incentives for horsepeople include the subcompact BX Series ($250); the compact B, LX and L Series ($350); the utility-sized MX-Series ($450) and M60-, M4-, M-5, M6- and M65-Series ($500); the specialty M4N-Series ($500); and the agriculture M7- and M8-Series ($800). To take a test drive and order yours today, call Inland Kubota at (909) 795-1771, and see the Inland Kubota ad on page 7.


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trail Sunday, Dec. 14 at Martinez Arena in Griffith Park. It’s a time to get festive, desk out your horse (and yourself) and enjoy a three-hour ride in the hills with a delicious lunch stop in the park. Cost is just $10 per person for ETI members, and non-members can either become one, or pay a “sngle event fee” of $10 (for individuals) or $20 for a family. You can prepay and get a poker hand with an extra card and lunch for $15. There will be a 50-50 raffle, a costume contest, and lots of holiday camaraderie. Reservations are a must


est prices on new trailers … now! — If the upcoming holidays or 2026 travel plans demand a new trailer, now’s a great


time to check out the inventory (and prices!) at Southwest Trailer Sales in Ramona. It’s a Nationwide Top 10 Dealership! Whether you are considering a two-horse bumper pull or a three-horse living quarters gooseneck with a pop-out, Southwest likely has what you are looking for — and at unbeatable prices. Southwest also has a full-service department if you’d like to get your rig ready for


hinking of building a barn? — Thinking about a new barn or puting up a winter shelter? Be sure to see


the Castlebrook Barns ad (on page 5) for their special November sale on a four-stall raised center aisle barn from just $39,750! From its inception, Castlebrook Barns has been a symbol of excellence in the horse barn industry. The folks behind Castlebrook understand that the safety and comfort of your horses is of the utmost importance. As leaders in the horse barn manufacturing industry, they utilize the highest quality materials and the latest technology to create the best barn available. For those looking for a barn that is both exceptional and stylish, a horse barn from Castlebrook Barns is exactly what you have been looking for. Sturdy steel frame


construction combined with the beauty of wood create a horse barn that will be admired for many years to come. Castlebrook offers a lifetime structural guarantee on all its barns. If now is the time you build the barn of your dreams, take the first step toward Castlebrook.


The In Gate column is composed by the sales staff at the California Horsetrader. If you would like to put the California Horsetrader and horsetrader.com to work for you, please call the display sales staff at 760/546-1184, or e-mail to: sales@horsetrader.com


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