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Nick Dowers – Horsemanship & Reining

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Nick won the 2019 Reno Snaffle Bit Futurity on Sept. 15th!  He is also the 2019 Road to the Horse Colt starting Champion held in March. 

At the 2013 NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity Nick came in a stock trailer with a horse and a dream and ended up taking home the Open Champion title aboard Time For The Diamond.  Now, Dowers continues to run his program based on getting through to the horses mind, “I want to be able to train my horses to the highest level, but not lose my horsemanship integrity to do it. Keeping the horse in mind is a big part of what I do. I need to know what to do, when to do it and why to do it……………….. Do not miss this opportunity ride with Nick! 

Gold N Grand Summer 2012

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Another great Gold N Grand came and went. In addition to the horse show and the shopping, there was free snow cones everyday, a water slide, a barn party and a pancake breakfast! I think the two new covered arenas are a welcomed addition particularly to this show.

People showed their generosity for their fellow horse showers by donating some great items to the Family of Chris Kozlowski silent auction. The bidding was hot and heavy up to the last seconds and from the looks of the bidding sheets, people were bidding generously also. A celebration of life service was held on Monday after the show.

Please enjoy a few pictures of the auction and show.

 

Pre-Fair Warm Up Schooling Show

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Don’t miss this great schooling show with a huge variety of classes and cheap entries! All proceeds benefit the Amador County Fair.

Class List Amador_Pre-Fair_Warm-up_schooling_show_class_list_2012

Show Flyer Amador_County_Pre-Fair_Warm-up_Schooling_show_7-14-2012

Amador County Fairgrounds

Plymouth, California 95669

Mail Entries to: 

Amador County Fair Schooling Show, P.O. Box 9, Plymouth CA 95669

Or Fax entries to:

(209) 245-4997

For More information call: (209) 245-6921 (Fair office)

Or

(209) 245-3609, Anne Frost, Show Manager

maidenrock@fiddletownca.net

Date:  July 14, 2012

Saturday

8:00 a.m.

Entry fees:  $3.00 per class or

$25.00 for all day!

Entries due: July 10, 2012

Post entry donation: $10 per entrant

 

Stalls available (overnight or for day use)

$20.00

 

All proceeds go to benefit the Amador County Fair

Due to State budget cuts, we need to raise money to support our

beloved Amador County Fair!

 

Please be sure to thank our sponsors!

Magnificent 7 Final Results

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As always, the Magnificent 7 was the highlight of the Western State Horse Expo. The stands were packed and people were treated to come great horsemanship. An exciting drill team pattern was performed and the national anthem sang.  A wonderful presentation from Bikers Against Child Abuse (B.A.C.A.). $1 from every ticket sold was donated to B.A.C.A. Several of the members drove their bikes on the sidewalk right in front of the stands. The entries of Project Cowgirl also made an appearance.

Here are the results:

1. Smart Boons/Corey Cushing/Owners-Kevin & Sydney Knight. Herd: 143 Rein: 147.5 Steer: 146 Fence: 147. Total 583.5 $11,284

2. Olena Oak/Ron Emmons/Owners-Mel Smith & Nichole Scott. Herd 145 rein: 145.5 Steer: 146 Fence 145.5. Total 582 $8,866

3. Pink Jeans/Cushing/Owners-Eric &Wendy Dunn. Herd: 144 Rein 145.5 Steer: 143.5 Fence 147.7 Total 580.5 $6,851

4. BBR Mardi Gras Time/Mark Luis/Owners-Mark Luis & Adam Rhodes. Herd 138 Rein 138.5 Steer: 146.5 Fence: 144.5 Total 567.5 $4,836

5. Smart Rewind/Phillip Ralls/Owners-Duane & Billie Jo Baxley. Herd: 141 Rein 139.5 Steer: 141 Fence: 139. Total 560.5 $3,627

6. A Dazzlin Prize/Justin Wright/Owner-Shelly Franklin. Herd: 127 Rein: 143 Steer: 144.5 Fence: 139.5 Total 554 $2,821

7. Shining Lil Nic/Doug Williamson/Owners-Bill & Janiejilll Tointon. Scratched after herd work. $2,015

 

Magnificent 7 Prelims

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Here is an unofficial list of the  Magnificent 7 Prelim results. I apologize for not having better notes. Check out the photos from the fence work. All were great goes!

285 Jake Gorrell Smooth N Cash 563.5

297 Justin Wright A Dazzlin Prize 568.5

296  Shes A Catty Lady Ken Wold 551

282 Corey Cushing Smart Boons 575

285 Clayton Edsall Wynsome Chex 565.5

290 Darrell Norcut Fairlea Steady Betty 556.5

292 Phillip Ralls Smart Rewind 575.5

283 Russell Dilday  Pepinic Chex

Ron Emmons Olena Oak 576.5

28? Corey Cushing Pink Jeans ?

291  Les Oswald MH On A Full Moon 568.5

295 Doug Williamson Shining Lil Nic 574.5

293 Ted Robinson MH Its Only Boon 557

286 Clayton Edsall Fresnos Dual Bar 558.5

294 Jon Roeser Moody Blues Brother 549

289 Mark Luis BHR Mardi Gras Time 571.5

284 Russell Dilday Topsails Rein Maker 562

Spring 2012 Gold N Grand Pictures

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Wow, did the exhibitors ever luck out with the weather at this years spring Gold N Grand! With rain threatening the whole weekend the schedule was planned for everyone to have a covered place to show, well, except the trail people! However, it never actually rained during the day. Trail was pretty muddy on Sunday, but everyone managed well. The reining pens were a little crowded since they had to cut down the arenas to make a small warm up area for them. Friday, the weather was beautiful, and Saturday was cold. English classes were only about 2 hours long, and everything else used most of the day. Most of the classes I saw were well attended, and there were plenty of vendors for shopping! Results have not been posted as of yet, but the awards were beautiful. Saddles for weekend high points, buckles to top five weekend circuit winners, and embroidered halters for AQHA weekend circuit winners. The photographer for the show was Shane Rux. Enjoy some candids from around the show.

Red Bluff Bull & Gelding Sale

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Last month SacHorse.com traveled to the famous Red Bluff Bull & Gelding Sale at the Tehama County Fairgrounds in Red Bluff, CA.  The Bull & Gelding Sale has lots to see.  For the equine enthusiasts there are multiple events in which horses and mules are worked as they are in preparation for the Gelding sale including shown at the halter, roping, and ranch exercises.  For the ag enthusiasts there is the whole world of beef production on display plus the workings of that vital ranch tool, the working cow dog.  Throw in a trade show, art show, bull riding and the “Sale” is not to be missed.  Join us in this photo essay as we spend an afternoon walking the grounds and showing you the sights right up until that exciting Friday night of the Gelding Sale.

Sacramento County Fair Open Horse Show

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Finally, there will be a Open Horse Show happening along with the Sacramento County Fair. It is Thursday May 24, 2012. Entries close May 15. English, Western, Reining, and Showmanship. Stake and Premium classes with cash prizes! Download the flyer below:

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Reining Checklist

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Compete in Reining, Working Cowhorse, or Cutting? Take this list with you to remember all your gear. Is there something missing? Leave a comment!

For the Horse

  • Saddle
  • cinch/latigo/off billets
  • breastcollar
  • back cinch
  • Pad
  • Show Saddle Blanket
  • Number holders/fasteners
  • Bridle
  • Bit
  • curb strap
  • reins
  • fake tail
  • zip ties
  • rubber bands for tail
  • Halter
  • Lead rope
  • Trailer Ties
  • Longe Line
  • Longe whip
  • Stud chain
  • leg wraps/boots/skid boots/bell boots
  • Water bucket
  • water (if horse is picky about horse show water)
  • hay/grain/supplements
  • hay bags/nets/grain feeder/bucket
  • bute/banamine
  • vetwrap/gauze/betadine solution/wound ointment etc…
  • Sheet/blanket/sleazy hood/tail bag/cooler/shipping boots
  • Silver cleaner
  • clippers

Grooming

  • Clean brushes
  • mane comb
  • tail brush
  • tail and mane bands
  • Detangler
  • spray bottle for water
  • fly spray
  • hoof shine/polish
  • polish remover
  • show sheen
  • hair spray
  • green spot remover
  • hoof pick/hoof brush
  • clean rags
  • baby wipes
  • Scissors

Misc

  • Trailer spare tire
  • tire caulks for trailer
  • tire ramp (to fix flats)
  • twitch
  • pocket knife
  • Truck/Trailer emergency kit
  • Tack repair kit/chicago screws/leather pieces/hole punch
  • magnets to hang up class lists

For Rider

  • Show shirts
  • undershirt/tank top
  • pants
  • belt
  • socks
  • chaps
  • boots
  • spurs
  • hat/helmet
  • earrings/necklace
  • makeup
  • hair ties
  • hair spray
  • bobby pins
  • water
  • snacks
  • cash
  • show entries
  • breed registration papers
  • show association papers
  • mirror
  • trailer keys