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APRIL 2020 THE RIDER/ 9 INSIDE


Texas Longhorn Ranch . . . 9 Calgary Stampede . . . . . 9 WHAO. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Hoofbeats Radio . . . . . . 12


Ontario Racing. . . . . . . . 13 Karen Dallimore . . . . . . 14 AGCO News . . . . . . . . . 14 Animal Welfare . . . . . . . 15 Horses Humans Hope . . 15 Kicking Cowgirl . . . . . . 16


It’s a Sweet Victory for the 2019 Innovation Award Winners


WOODSTOCK, ON - The Southwest Ontario Tourism Corporat ion (SWOTC) an- nounced the winners for the 2019 Innovation Awards at the annual Ontario’s Southwest Tourism Conference; which took place in Chatham on March 3rd and 4th. The conference hosted 215+ tourism profession- als from allover Southwest On- tario for


two days of


networking, learning, and im- proving skills that will help to bring their business to the next level.


“The OSW Innovation


Awards give us all a chance to celebrate success, learn from leaders, and cheer each other on.” says Joanne Wolnik, Tourism Development Manager, Southwest Ontario Tourism Corporation. The winner of Innovative


Experience of the Year is: Sweetest Smell on Earth - Maple Dining Experience (hosted by Richardson’s). Sweetest Smell on Earth is not your average trip to the sugar bush! This experience engages all of the visitors senses and al- lows for hands-on tapping and boiling sap as well as learning about this 6 generation farm and the history of the local Carolin- ian forest. This award is pre- sented to an experience, event or festival using new or refur- bished innovative strategies, to improve the tourism experience or marketing activities. “James Richardson lever-


aged his knowledge and experi- ence in delivering popular sugar bush school bus tours to create on all grown-up luxury version”,


says Jaymie Nelson, Senior Economic Development Officer Economic Devel- opment and Tourism, Haldimand County. The winner of Innovator of the Year


is Texas Longhorn Ranch. Texas Long- horn Ranch offers overnight accommodation in private covered wag- ons complete with comfy beds and lux- ury linens. Guests can enjoy a scenic horseback ride along the Sydenham River, cool off in the huge out door pool and relax by the campfire at night. This award is presented to a business, opera- tor, or individual using new or refur- bished innovative strategy, to improve the tourism experience or marketing ac- tivities. “The owners of Texas Longhorn


Ranch have worked consistently to evolve their business to commune with nature and take advantage of the ex-


isting assets of their rural property,” says Cara Finn, Director of Economic Devel- opment, County of Middlesex. Southwest Ontario Tourism Corpo-


ration operates as a non-profit organiza- tion, working collaboratively with tourism stakeholders and municipal tourism offices to champion tourism as a vital economic driver. This regional tourism organization


spans ten municipal tourism offices from Windsor to Cayuga in Haldimand County.


For more information contact: Jen Moore Marketing and Communications Man- ager Southwest Ontario Tourism Corporation 519.290.8687 jen@swotc.ca


Calgary Stampede Event Updates


March 13, 2020 - Calgary – With the health and safety of our community top of mind, the Calgary Stampede has made the decision to postpone the 2020 Chuckwagon Canvas Auction and cancel the 35th annual Aggie Days.


“As a gathering place for our


community, the Calgary Stampede is committed to supporting the health and safety of our guests as well as the volunteers and employees who sup- port the Stampede’s community pro- grams,” says Calgary Stampede CEO, Warren Connell. “We are in very close contact with Alberta Health Services and CEMA and will do our part.” The iconic Calgary Stampede


Chuckwagon Canvas Auction was set to take place Thursday, March 19 at The Big Four Roadhouse. This special Western Canadian tradition connects companies and groups looking for an exclusive advertising and hosting ex- perience during the Stampede with the 36 chuckwagon drivers who have


been invited to compete. At this time the auction has not been rescheduled as the situation around the emergence of COVID-19 in our community con- tinues to change. Approximately 8,000 students


and teachers were scheduled to visit the 35th annual Aggie Days with their classes, April 1-5, to learn about agri- culture and food production. The free, family-friendly event would have opened to the public the following weekend with an estimated 25,000 guests expected to attend. Unfortu- nately, Aggie Days will not be rescheduled in 2020. ”We know our community is


strong, resilient and pulls together in times such as these,” says Connell, adding, “The Stampede is extremely grateful for the ongoing support and understanding of our community.” The Stampede continues to plan


for Stampede 2020, while recognizing that the full impact of COVID-19 on our community is unknown. We are


committed to operating with prudence and in coordination with Calgary Emergency Management Agency (CEMA) and will react and adapt under its guidance.


About the Calgary Stampede The Calgary Stampede cele-


brates the people, the animals, the land, the traditions and the values that make up the unique spirit of the west. The Calgary Stampede contributes to the quality of life in Calgary and southern Alberta through our world- renowned Stampede, year-round facil- ities, western events and several youth and agriculture programs. Exemplify- ing the theme We’re Greatest To- gether; we are a volunteer-supported, not-for-profit community organization that preserves and promotes western heritage and values. All revenue is reinvested into Calgary Stampede pro- grams and facilities.


Equine Coronavirus . . . . 16 Living The Dream . . . . . 18 Rescuing A Horse . . . . . 19 Jan and Risty Schmidt . . 20 OTRA News . . . . . . . . . 21 OCHA News . . . . . . . . . 23


OMSSU News . . . . . . . . 23 ORHA News . . . . . . . . . 24 Horse Welfare . . . . . . . . 25 Sierra Acres . . . . . . . . . . 25 ORCHA News . . . . . . . . 25 OXC News . . . . . . . . . . 26


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