Equine
Second annual Ranch/Stock Horse Short Course set for Sept. 19 in Alpine
By: Steve Byrns
Writer: Steve Byrns, 325-653-4576, [email protected]
Contacts: Jesse Lea Schneider, 432-295-0342, [email protected]
Logan Boswell, 432-837-6207, [email protected]
ALPINE – West Texas horsemen should saddle up and head for the second annual Ranch/Stock Horse Short Course set for Sept. 19 at the San Antonio Livestock Exposition Arena or “SALE” Arena at Sul Ross State University’s Turner Range Animal Science Center, East U.S. Highway 90 in Alpine.
The multi-county Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service event starts with registration at 8:30 a.m. followed by the program from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. The AgriLife Extension offices in Presidio and Brewster/Jeff Davis counties will host the short course.
Horse event at Alpine Sept. 19 to focus on ranch and stock horse skills. (Texas A&M AgriLife Communications photo by Steve Byrns)
Horse event at Alpine Sept. 19 to focus on ranch and stock horse skills. (Texas A&M AgriLife Communications photo by Steve Byrns)
“We are pleased to be able to offer this workshop for both youth and adults interested in improving their ranch and stock horse skills,” said Jesse Lea Schneider, AgriLife Extension agent in Presidio County. “As a knowledgeable horseman, Dr. Dennis Sigler, AgriLife Extension state horse specialist, will bring a wealth of knowledge to Far West Texas. His style of teaching relates well to all ages and allows for an opportunity for a day of one-on-one questions and interaction both in the classroom and on horseback.”
Schneider said all horses coming to the event must have current proof of a negative Coggins test.
Individual adult registration is $10 as is registration for youth not enrolled in the 4-H program. The program is free for currently enrolled 4-H members. RSVP by Sept. 15 to Schneider at 432-295-0342.
The short course topics and presenters will include:
– Procedures for Showing and Judging Ranch/Stock Horses, Sigler.
– Nutrition and Conditioning for the Working Horse, Sigler.
– Poisonous Plants and ID, Dr. Bruce Carpenter, AgriLife Extension livestock specialist at Fort Stockton.
Lunch for participants will be sponsored by Johnson’s Feed and Western Wear of Alpine.
After lunch participants should have their mounts saddled and in the arena for pattern work and an introduction to cow work. The program will conclude with advanced cow work.
For more information call Schneider at 432-295-0342 or Logan Boswell, AgriLife Extension agent for Brewster/Jeff Davis counties, at 432-837-6207.
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Equine
Tuff Enough: Tuff Hardman Wins Big At Cheyenne Frontier Days
By: Krista Lucas Wynn | Copy Editor
The name, “Daddy of ’em All,” instantly brings to mind the world’s largest outdoor rodeo and western celebration. Cowboys and cowgirls from all across the country dream of competing on the iconic Cheyenne arena dirt.
Every July, pro rodeo contestants travel to Cheyenne, Wyom. to vie for the title of champion of the Cheyenne Frontier Days. The rodeo is steeped in western tradition and celebrated the 125th year this summer. With nearly two weeks of rodeo action, fans watched bareback riding, calf roping, breakaway roping, saddle bronc riding, team roping, steer wrestling, barrel racing, bull riding, and steer roping.
Steer roper, Tuff Hardman, knew winning “the Dad” was a tall order, but with a good horse and a few prayers he left no doubt who the best steer roper at Cheyenne was when it was all said and done. After two rounds, Hardman qualified back for the finals tied for ninth place with a time of 30.8 seconds.
To read more, pick up a copy of the September issue of NTFR magazine. To subscribe by mail, call 940-872-5922.
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Mandy Cleveland & Stable Strides Farm
Utilizing the horse to human connection.
By: Hannah Claxton | Editor
Deep in the heart of Texas, both humans and horses at Stable Strides Farm in Pilot Point, Texas aer demonstrating just how big their hearts really are. Founded by Mandy Cleveland in 2001, Stable Strides Farm serves dozens of Equestrians with Disabilities and Veterans each week.
Deep in the heart of Texas, both humans and horses at Stable Strides Farm in Pilot Point, Texas aer demonstrating just how big their hearts really are. Founded by Mandy Cleveland in 2001, Stable Strides Farm serves dozens of Equestrians with Disabilities and Veterans each week.
“My boys have been riding since they were 18 months old, and for the first 17 years they had a leader and sidewalker. When we moved here, and Mandy started teaching them, she just said, ‘Let’s see what they can do,’ and they ride independently now,” Danielle Frank explained, whose two sons, Adison and Aiden, ride with Stable Strides Farm. “Mandy is amazing beucase she doesn’t place any limits on them, she always wants to see what they can do.”
It is her dedication to never setting limits that earned Cleveland a spot as a national finalist for the NSBA 2024 Dianne Eppers Cowgirls Reaching-Out-to-Community Award. The award was established by the NSBA Foundation to recognize cowgirls across the industry for their selfless contributions to the equestrian community.
To read more, pick up a copy of the September issue of the NTFR magazine. To subscribe by mail, call 940-872-5922.
(Photos Courtesy of Hannah Claxton)
Equine
Beat the Heat
By Krista Lucas Wynn
The month of August is smack dab in the middle of summer. When in the thick of the hot summer days, it is important to keep horses, livestock and yourself cool, whether leisurely riding, competing or traveling. Texas temperatures, along with the humidity, can be extremely draining on equine athletes and riders alike.
The 100-plus degree days should come as no surprise. It happens routinely every year, and in true Texas summer fashion, it does not cool off much at night either. Horses cannot get much relief from the conditions, unless provided by a responsible owner. Sweating day in and day out can be detrimental to horse health.
It is vital to have fresh, cool water in front of horses at all times. Stalled horses should have at least two buckets in front of them. Electrolytes can help replace any lost hydration after riding. Fans are an important item to have on hand as well. They keep air moving, and now that it is dry and dusty, air movement is even more important.
To read more, pick up a copy of the August issue of NTFR magazine. To subscribe by mail, call 940-872-5922.
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