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Helmets are still very much in demand, in spite of the current economic situation. People are getting it! They understand the importance of riding with a helmet and putting safety first. As an authorized dealer for Troxel, I would like to share excerpts of a letter I received from them this month:
Through Troxel’s 111 years in business many things have changed over the years, but commitment to quality and innovation in any economic environment still remains at the top of our priorities.
The recent upgrade of our best selling helmet, the Spirit, with a redesigned co-molded Soft Tip visor which offers 30% more sun protection has met rave reviews. With the addition of mesh covered vents in 2009, the Spirit will continue its best selling helmet legacy for many more years to come. Troxel continues to exceed the standards of safety and quality in producing the equestrian industry’s finest performance headgear.
New colors will be added to the helmet choices shortly. Check them out!
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Administrator on January 22nd, 2009
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Illinois Horse Fair Clinicians
Industry Update
Top national clinicians and equine educators will join vendors offering everything for the equestrian—recreational horsemen as well as professionals in all breeds and disciplines—at the 20th annual Illinois Horse Fair, March 6-8 at the state fairgrounds in Springfield, Ill. This all-breed expo attracts more than 10,000 horsemen annually and is produced by Horsemen’s Council of Illinois (HCI) and sponsored by Purina Mills, Midway Trailer Sales and John Deere.
Horse Fair’s headline clinician is RFD-TV’s Craig Cameron of Bluff Dale, Texas. Cameron will do two training sessions in the Livestock Center on Friday, March 6 and in the Coliseum on Saturday, March 7 and Sunday, March 8. Riding clinics will also be presented by Alain Allard of Quebec, Canada (Reining), Lilo Fore of Santa Rosa, Calif. (Dressage), Shellane Piatt of Litchfield, Ill. (Barrel Racing) and Liz Graves of Spring Valley, Minn. (Gaited Riding).
More than 300 young people will be involved on Saturday, March 7 in the All-Youth Horse Judging Trials under HCI sponsorship in cooperation with the University of Illinois Extension.
New this year is the Ranch Rodeo on Saturday, March 7 at 7 p.m. in the Coliseum, which is a team competition pitting four-rider teams against one another and the clock in timed “cowboy skills” events. Also new is Cowboy Church with David Davis’ Horseback Music Ministry on Sunday, March 8 at 8 a.m.
The Horse Fair opens on Friday, March 6 at 3 p.m. until 9 p.m. Early bird shoppers will get access to vendors’ full stock of merchandise, plus save money on special Friday-only promotions and receive a reduced $5 admission charge. Hours for Saturday, March 7 are 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. and for Sunday, March 8 are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday or Sunday Horse Fair tickets are $12 for adults and $6 for child/senior. Weekend Horse Fair passes are $20 for adults and $10 for child/senior. Tickets for Saturday night’s Ranch Rodeo requires a separate $7 ticket for adults, $5 for children/seniors. Advance tickets may be purchased online with a charge card at www.HorsemensCouncil.org or by calling the Council office at (217)585-1600.
Volunteers are needed for a variety of responsibilities, ranging from manning information booths to hospitality. To volunteer, contact Cheryl DeMent by e-mail at paintfilly71@yahoo.com.
A complete schedule of events is printable from the Horse Fair web site at www.HorsemensCouncil.org.
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Administrator on January 15th, 2009
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REprinted from Horse.com, here are a few points to consider when choosing a farrier:
1. Does he have pride in his work and chosen profession?
2. Is he timely, organized and thoughtful?
3. Does he handle your horse in a way you can be comfortable with?
4. Is he certified?
5. Check references and recommendations.
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Reprinted from Tack N Togs
Industry Update
Horse owners who are looking for help in managing their farms in an environmentally friendly way can get free information during a webcast series from My Horse University and eXtension HorseQuest.
The webcasts, set for Jan.13, Feb.10 and March 10, will all begin at 7 p.m. EST. Participants can choose to take part in one or all three. The first one will feature Jenifer Nadeau, associate professor of animal science at the University of Connecticut. She will offer an introduction to getting the most from horse pastures and how to manage manure in an environmentally friendly way.
“The majority of horse owners enjoy spending time outside and are concerned about the environment,” Nadeau said. “This webcast will provide a variety of ideas about ways in which horse owners can help protect the environment through pasture management, manure management, runoff management, stream and riverbank management, and facility management.
The Feb. 10 webinar will feature Dave Freeman, professor of animal science at Oklahoma State University, who will discuss pasture management for horse acreages.
“Small acreages with large numbers of horses, along with little knowledge about agronomic practices for farms, are typical scenarios of horse ownership across the
United States. Horse owners have to reposition themselves to become ‘grass managers’ if pastures are going to work out,” he says.
Ann Swinker, associate professor of equine science at Pennsylvania State University, will lead the March 10 session, which will look at horse manure as a renewable resource.
“Manure, if used properly, can be a valuable addition to any operation’s resource system,” she says. “Many small-scale horse operators feel overwhelmed by the huge mound of manure and soiled bedding. Good manure management benefits you, your livestock, your land, the neighborhood and the surrounding environment.”
This free webcast series is an ongoing effort of partners My Horse University and eXtension HorseQuest to bring unbiased, science based-information to the equine community.
For more information, visit My Horse University or eXtension HorseQuest.
My Horse University also offers self-paced, online courses on breeding and selection, behavior and welfare and nutrition that are developed by equine experts. It has served nearly 1,000 learners from high school and students to adult horse enthusiasts.
My Horse University was created through a partnership between Michigan State University (MSU) Extension, the MSU Department of Animal Science and MSU Global. The internal roots have branched to include the best of MSU’s Equine researchers and practitioners to national experts through a partnership with national eXtension.
Please visit us at www.savvysportsaddle.com for a look at our Bob Marshall treeless saddles, as well as a wealth of other products for horse riders, horse owners, and horse lovers of all disciplines! Great equestrian products at great prices!