JANUARY 2012

1

Happy New Year!

1

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Pins!!!
All Thoroughbred’s official birthday is January 1st

7

1:00pm-
3:00pm

Stateline Draft Horse Club
Bobsled Rides
@ Chautauqua Institution, Bookstore, Bestor Plaza
every Sat & Sun, Jan & Feb, & tickets available at the Bookstore
FMI:

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Blue Seal Equine Seminar
@ VFW Post 8734, Little Valley, NY
Topics: Keeping weight on your horse & Busting Myths on Feeding Horses. Product samples, coupons, & prizes, free pizza at 6pm 
RSVP requested FMI: eliseblueseal@yahoo.com

10

Blue Seal Equine Seminar
@ Allegany Center Rental, 11807 State Route 19A, Portageville, NY
Topics: To shoe or not to shoe? & Busting Myths on Feeding Horses. Product samples, coupons, & prizes, free pizza at 6pm
RSVP requested FMI: eliseblueseal@yahoo.com

12

7:00pm

Lyme Disease Seminar
@ CCE Saratoga Office, 50 W. High St, Ballston Spa, NY 12020
Free seminar!
FMI: (518)885-8995 Jennifer jlc264@cornell.edu Sharon stl32@cornell.edu

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9:30am
reg
11:00am

Currier & Ives Sleigh Rally
@ Chautauqua Institute
$5/class.  Judge: Larry Thurber 
FMI: Carol Lorenc lorencfoxefarm@netsync.net

16

8:00pm

Equestrian Professional
Webinar:  A Plan to Succeed - Scheduling Horse Business and Marketing Success In 2012
@ your phone or computer
FMI: GO

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7-9pm

GVEC Miniature Horses Short Course with Julia Gray, DVM
@ 925 Chili-Scottsville Rd
$8 fee  Light refreshments served. 
RSVP required FMI: 585-889-1170

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Maryland Horse World Expo
@ Timonium, MD
FMI: info@horseworldexpo.com  
www.horseworldexpo.com

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6:00pm-
8:00pm

Genesee Valley Riding & Driving Club
Educational Event: Dressage From The Judge's Perspective
@ Rush Public Library
instructed by Gale D'Amanda Fox - Olympic level rider and "R" rated combined training judge and TD
FMI: calling Liz Muxworthy 533-1470 carvermuxworthy@juno.com

30

Blue Seal Equine Seminar
@ Days Inn Dunkirk/Fredonia, 10455 Bennett Rd, Fredonia, NY
Topics: The benefits of over dried vs. field dried hay & Busting Feeding Myths. Product samples, coupons & prizes, free pizza 6pm
RSVP requestedFMI: eliseblueseal@yahoo.com

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Blue Seal Equine Seminar
@ Boston Town Hall, 8500 Boston State Rd, Boston, NY
Topic: The benefits of over dried vs. field dried hay – Busting Feeding Myths. Product samples, coupons, & prizes, free pizza 6pm
RSVP requested FMI: eliseblueseal@yahoo.com

FEBRUARY 2012

2

7:00pm-
9:00pm

CCE Equine
Regenerative Medicine for Equine Injuries
@ Rt 67 Cafe and Country Store, 1958 Route 67 Amsterdam Rd, Charlton NY 12020
$10 includes your choice of drink from Full Espresso Bar & dessert item.  Limited seating is available Please RSVP
FMI: 518-882-7347  www.rt67cafe.com

4

1:00pm-
3:00pm

Stateline Draft Horse Club
Bobsled Rides
@ Chautauqua Institution, Bookstore, Bestor Plaza
every Sat & Sun, Jan & Feb, & tickets available at the Bookstore
FMI:

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8:00am-
noon

GVEC Horse Health Seminar
@ Wheatland-Chili High School, 940 North Rd, Scottsville
FMI: www.gvequine.com or 585-889-1170

9

7:00pm-
9:00pm

CCE Equine
No Land…No Horses:  A Panel Discussion on Trail Sustainability & Land Conservation
@ CCE Saratoga County, 50 W. High St, Ballston Spa, NY  12020
No cost, but please register
FMI: Sharon LaPier stl32@cornell.edu -518-885-8995

11

Springville Rail Trail Steering Committee
Springville Rail Trail Walk
FMI: Anne Bergantz berghaus@roadrunner.com

12

1:00pm

Chautauqua County Trail Riders
Sleigh Rides
@ Chautauqua Institute
FMI: Dave Schauman 716-487-9650

13

9:00pm

Equestrian Professional.com
Webnar: "Equestrian Goal Setting Strategies for Horse Professionals"
@ Your phone or computer
Speaker: Tonya Johnston, renowned equestrian mental skills coach, speaker and author., Free, but you must register
FMI: register

15

7:00pm

Upstate Equine Medical Center
Fourth Annual Equine Nutrition Lecture
@ Upstate Equine Medical Center, 362 Rugg Rd, Schuylerville, NY  12871
Admission free.  Reservations are suggested
FMI: 518-695-3744  upstateequine.@aol.com

19

noon-
2:20pm

18th Annual Oneida County 4-H Tack Sale
@ Verona Firehouse, Verona, NY
FMI:

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6:30pm-
9:30pm

CCE Equine
3rd Annual Horseman's Social
@ Longfellow?s Restaurant & Inn, 500 Union Ave, Saratoga
Please pre-register
FMI: Sharon T. LaPier 518-885-8995 - stl32@cornell.edu

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Pennsylvania Horse World Expo
@ PA Farm Show Complex, Harrisburg, PA
FMI: info@horseworldexpo.com  
www.horseworldexpo.com

24

7:00pm

Niagara County Tack Swap
@ 4-H Fairgrounds
Tables available for rent
FMI: TBA

27

7:00-
9:00pm

GVEC Case Study Investigation
2nd Edition Short Course with Amy Leibeck, DVM
@ 925 Chili-Scottsville Rd
Various topics discussed $8 fee.  Light refreshments served
RSVP required FMI: 585-889-1170

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My Horse University
Free Webcast: Horse Boarding Operations: What is Involved?
FMI:  More Info

MARCH 2012

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11

'Road to the Horse 2012' Horsemanship at its very best
@ Murfreesboro, TN
Road to the Horse is a one-of-a-kind experience that combines education and entertainment for an all out horsemanship experience.
The competition has in the past taken three internationally known, elite horse trainers and clinicians and puts them up against each other for the esteemed title of Road to the Horse Champion. These competitors choose a horse out of the remuda, a group of 10 horses, and they begin building a relationship between horse and human.
Unlike a horse show, these competitors are judged not only on a final test of skill, but the means to the end result. The goal of Road to the Horse is to teach horsemen and women that natural horsemanship is a kinder, gentler way of working with horses.
www.roadtothehorse.com/event.html

8

Genesee Valley Equine Clinic
“What Lies Beneath: Ultrasound & Radiology 101
Short Course with Joan Ayers, DVM, 925 Chili-Scottsville Rd. 7-9pm.  $8 fee.  Light refreshments served.  RSVP required.
FMI: 585-889-1170

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4/3

7:00pm-
9:00pm

Horse Owner Essentials - Adult Community Education Program
Sponsored by The Cattaraugus Co Equine Advisory Committee to the Legislature and The Cattaraugus County Horsemen’s Assn
@ Gowanda Central High School
4 week, 4 night educational program designed for anyone wishing to learn more about horses
Class fee $10/family Pre registration required
FMI: communityed@gowcsd.org   Sue 532-3325 x6309  Carol 532-3325 x6018

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18

Can-Am All Breed Equine Emporium
@ London, Ontario, Canada
Canada's largest all breeds show, Over 90 FREE clinics with admission
www.canamequine.ca

17

St. Patrick's Day

18

9:00am-
5:00pm

NYSHC – Western Chapter
Equifest 2012
@ the Showplex, Hamburg Fairgrounds
FMI: www.EquiFest.com   
General Info: Barb Cunningham 716-735-2529 BarbCunningham11@yahoo.com
Vendor Info: Mary Szarek 716-837-3761 wnyHorse@aol.com

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24

Certified Horseman Assoc.
Region 5 Conference
@ Houghton College Equestrian Center
Open to public 5 workshops each day plus lunch. 
FMI: Joanne.young@houghton.edu or 585-567-8142

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25

Equine Red Light Therapy – Level 1 Course
@ Golden Stride Ranch, 4966 Bryant Hill Rd, Ellicottville, NY
with Donna Woods & Bryan Owen, $395
FMI: www.photonichealth.com or 920-979-7751

25

Winning Weekends
Get Ready for Spring Clinic
@ Three Pines Stables in Guilderland, NY
with Jeff Steer, multiple NSBA World Show & Congress Top-10 trainer Topics include Western, Huntseat, Trail, and Pattern classes
FMI: www.WinningWeekends.com

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4/1

Parelli Bus Trip to Harrisburg, PA
Bus leaves & returns to Ellicottville, NY
$200/person  Includes bus trip, 2 nites at Sheraton (double occupancy), transportation to & from the event, free tickets to the event both days Pre-registration required
FMI: 716-912-8207 or parelliinstructornewyork@gmail.com

APRIL 2012

1

April Fools!

9

6:00pm

Chautauqua County Trail Riders
Open Club House/Meeting
@ Gerry, NY
FMI: Dave Schauman 716-487-9650

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15

Equine Affaire
@ Ohio Expo Center, Columbus, OH
Clinics, Seminars & Demos, Commercial Exhibits, Breed Pavilion.....
FMI: (740) 845-0085    www.equineaffaire.com

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17

21st American Trails International Trails Symposium
@ Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Resort Destination, near Fountain Hills, Mesa, and Scottsdale, Arizona
FMI: www.americantrails.org/2013

21

WNYDA
@ Houghton College Equestrian Center
HCEC  $15/test
FMI: Joanne.young@houghton.edu 585-567-8142

21

Bits-n-Spurs
@ Ruttenbur Rd., Arkwright, NY
Dish to pass after the ride
FMI: Diana Ermer at 716-965-4211

28

Houghton College Spring Hunter-Jumper Show
@ HCEC
FMI: Joanne.young@houghton.edu 585-567-8142

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29

Winning Weekends Horse Show Series
Show & Tell with Margo Ball
@ Fonda Fairgrounds, Fonda NY
FMI: www.WinningWeekends.com

MAY 2012

5

Kentucky Derby @ Churchville Downs

6

12 noon

Chautauqua County Trail Riders
Work Day
@ Gerry, NY
FMI: Dave Schauman 716-487-9650

6

GVRDC Combined Test
@ Lehman’s Farm, Pittsford, N.
FMI: www.gvrdc.org

12

Bits-n-Spurs
@ Burnham Hollow/Meadows Rd, Arkwright, NY
Dish to pass after the ride
FMI: Sandy Colvenback at 716-680-1865

12

Genesee Valley Riding & Driving Club
Desensitization Clinic
@
FMI: 585-749-0995

15-
31

Certified Horsemanship Assoc
Riding Instructor Certification Summer School Course
@Houghton College Equestrian Center
FMI: Joanne.young@houghton.edu or 585-567-8142

19-
20

Winning Weekends Horse Show Series
@ Cobleskill Fairgrounds, Cobleskill NYFMI: www.WinningWeekends.com

20

10:00am

Chautauqua County Trail Riders
Meet & Greet Ride & Potluck
Gerry, NY
FMI:Anne Lynch 716-287-4474, hobhollow@windstream.net Linda Johnson 716-287-2721

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MEMORIAL DAY

JUNE 2012

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Regist
10am

Ride Out
12pm

~Catt/Chaut Chapter of the NYS Horse Council
??? 3rd Annual Pine Hill/South Valley Trail
$10, Food & Fun. To raise funds for Pine Hill
Contact: Leah lleising@netsync.net

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2

USEF/USDF Licensed Dressage Shows
@ Houghton College Equestrian Center
FMI: Joanne.young@houghton.edu or 585-567-8142

2

Gentle Dove Farm
Demonstration: NYS 4-H Youth Development Horse Program In-Service Training
@ Cornell University
Presented by Joann Long, National Mounted Police and Toronto Police Services Certified
FMI: www.GentleDoveFarm.com   JKLong@rochester.rr.com 585-738-7477

2-
3

Winning Weekends Horse Show Series
@ Fonda Fairgrounds, Fonda NY
FMI: www.WinningWeekends.com

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Trail Trotters' Day in conjunction w/National Trails Day
sponsored by the Equestrian Land Conservation Resource (ELCR)
mobilizing thousands of equestrians to work for land access and protection in their communities.
"Get involved in caring for the land you and your horse use!"
Contact www.elcr.org

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10

Lou Eibl Corral
Spring Ride
@ Allegany State Park
Trail rides each day.  Various meal packages.  Evening campfires.  Handicap accessible
FMI: Missy Whittington at loueibl@aol.com or 716-655-2045

10

GVRDC
Spring Horse Trials
@ Paduka Run, Geneseo, NY
FMI: www.gvrdc.org

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12-
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Marcie Morey Clinic
@ University Park Arena, Horse Camps at Otter Creek, NY
FMI: Liz Turin 315-771-8884 lizturin@mac.com or Karen at 585-721-3133 gbinorth@frontiernet.net

16

12 noon

Catt./Chaut. Chapter NYS Horse Council
Pine Hill Ride
Breakfast before the ride, dish to pass meal after the ride
FMI: Jim & Leah Leising at 716-532-3357

16

6:00pm

Chautauqua County Trail Riders
Game Show
@ Gerry, NY
FMI: Sue Waite 16-267-4581

16

Lake Erie Paint Horse Club Open Horse Show
@ Stagecoach West
FMI: www.lephc.com Marissa Vincent 716-771-8179

23

Chautauqua County Trail Riders
Game Show
@ Gerry, NY
FMI: Sue Waite 16-267-4581

23

Bits-n-Spurs
Allegany State Park Ride
@ Lontko Rd
Lunch on the trail.  Dish to pass for after the ride
FMI: Brenda Wood at 716-676-5720

28

Gentle Dove Farm
Open Obstacle Clinic
@ Lodi, NY
FMI: www.Gentledovefarm.com

What is a 'Trail Trial'?

JULY 2012

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The Crosspatch Annual Horsemanship Camp
intensive study seeking to instill safety,confedence, independance and know how when dealing with a horse, with speakers such as vets, blacksmiths, etc. throughout the week
Reservations & deposit by June 14
Contact 716-938-6313,   jimdolly@webtv.net,    www.thecrosspatch.com

4

Independence Day

5-
8

Ellicottville Championship Rodeo
@ 6319 Sommerville Valley Road, Ellicottville
Contact (716) 699-4839, jake@ellicottvillerodeo.com, www.ellicottvillerodeo.com

14

10:00am

Chautauqua County Trail Riders
Work Day for Judged Trail Ride
@ Gerry, NY
FMI: Dave Schauman716-487-9650

14

Lou Eibl Corral
"Dredge Float"
@ Clubhouse, 8012 Rood Rd (Cty Rt 77), Cherry Creek, NY
(tires, kayaks, etc.).  Handicap accessible
FMI: Missy Whittington at loueibl@aol.com or 716-655-2045

15

Lou Eibl Corral
Summer Ride
@ Clubhouse, 8012 Rood Rd (Cty Rt 77), Cherry Creek, NY
FMI: Missy Whittington at loueibl@aol.com or 716-655-2045

15

10:00am

Chautauqua County Trail Riders
Judged Trail Ride
@ Gerry, NY
FMI: Sue Waite 716-267-4581

15

???

~Stagecoach West & Little Valley Riders Club
Annual Trail Ride & Learn
@ Little Valley Club House, Y of Rt 353 & Rt 242
Equestrian seminars, food, trail rides and the opportunity to try new trail riding equipment. Many vendors on site.
Stay for the entire weekend or just for one day. Camping available with preregistration required.
Come with or without your horse or rent one from The Crosspatch.
Contact Tanya at Stagecoach West, 800-648-1121 or Dolly, 716-938-6313
tanyabarnes@stagecoachwest.com,
www.stagecoachwest.com

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Annual Creekside Roundup Weekend Horse Show
@ Creekside Roundup field, Rt. 16 Franklinville
Sponsored by Franklinville Creekside Roundup
Contact 676-3534, mjgerstung@hotmail.com

21

6:00pm

Chautauqua County Trail Riders
Game Show
@ Gerry, NY
FMI: Sue Waite at 716-267-4581

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22

 9:00am

10:00am

Bits-n-Spurs
Pine Hill Weekend Ride
Lunch on the trail, dish to pass after the ride
FMI: Ainsley Smith at 716-962-5462

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Chautauqua County Fair
www.chautauquacountyfair.org

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Cattaraugus County Fair @ Little Valley
www.cattarauguscofair.com

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Gentle Dove Farm
Versatile Horse Obstacle Clinic: Mounted Police Style
@ Turk’s Southwind Stable 2179 Dean Rd, Lodi, NY
Presented by Joann Long, hosted by Louise Schroeder
FMI: www.Gentledovefarm.com  JKLong@rochester.rr.com, 585-738-7477

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The Woodward Way Clinic
@ University Park Arena, Horse Camps at Otter Creek, NY
FMI: Liz Turin 315-771-8884 or lizturin@mac.com or Karen at 585-721-3133 or gbinorth@frontiernet.net

AUGUST 2012

4

10:00am-
3:30pm

Gentle Dove Farm
On The Trail Obstacle Clinic: Mounted Police Style
@ Emerald Hill Farm, 1707 Murray Rd, Victor, NY 14564
Presented by Joann Long. Unique opportunity to learn obstacle strategies while enjoying a gorgeous trail ride on the rolling hills in Victor. Spectators welcome - discounts for pre-registration
FMI: www.Gentledovefarm.com  JKLong@rochester.rr.com, 585-738-7477

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Niagara County Fair @ Niagara County Fairgrounds, Lockport

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Annual Crosspatch All Age Horsemanship Camp
@ The Crosspatch, Little Valley
Contact Jim or Dolly, 938-6313

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Attica Rodeo
www.atticarodeo.com

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Cattaraugus County Fair

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19

Royal Dublin Horse Show
@ Dublin, Ireland
Cross Country International, GO
FMI: www.dublinhorseshow.com

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Erie County Fair @ Hamburg
www.americas-fair.com

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Gerry Rodeo

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1:00-
6:00pm

Chautauqua County Trail Riders
Work Day-Cleanup / Game Show
@ Gerry-Levant Rd, Falconer

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Chautauqua County Trail Riders
Big Weekend-Camping/Game Show/Trail Rides
@ Gerry-Levant Rd, Falconer
FMI: Anne at 716-287-4474 or hobhollow@windstream.net

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10:00am-
  6:00pm

Chautauqua County Trail Riders
Trail Ride-Lunch on Trail/Dinner followed by Raffle Drawing
@ Gerry-Levant Rd, Falconer

18

12:30pm-
  5:30pm

Gentle Dove Farm
Versatile Horse Obstacle Clinic: Mounted Police Style
@ Fisher Farm 7269 Plainville Rd, Memphis, NY
Presented by Joann Long, hosted by Old Broads Riding Club
Riders will work with their mounts in creative sensory and obstacle situations, with the emphasis on versatility challenges.  Spectators welcome - discounts for pre-registration 
FMI: www.Gentledovefarm.com  JKLong@rochester.rr.com, 585-738-7477

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19

tentative

Bits-n-Spurs
Weekend Ride
@ Woodside Campgrounds
FMI:

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11:00am

Chautauqua County Trail Riders
Ride-Lunch following at Clubhouse
@ Gerry-Levant Rd, Falconer

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New York State Fair @ Syracuse
FMI: Cornell Cooperative Extension 716-268-7644, 716-699-2377

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Catt./Chaut. Chapter NYS Horse Council
Allegany State Park Ride
@ Lontko Rd
$10 donation
FMI: Ainsley Smith at 716-962-5462

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9/2

Silver Spur Riding Club
3 Day All Arabian A-Rated Show
@ Erie County Fair Showplex, Hamburg, NY
FMI: Lindsey Hager  716-481-4907

SEPTEMBER 2012

1

Labor Day

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2

tentative

Bits-n-Spurs
Weekend Ride
@ Rattlesnake Hill
FMI:

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Allegany Shut Up & Ride Endurance Ride @ Allegany State Park
50 mi endurance and 25 mi limited distance rides
Contact alleganysuar@earthlink.net

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Creekside Roundup Buggy Drive & Box Social
@ Bear Creek Rd off Rt 16, Franklinville
Contact 676-3534, mjgerstung@hotmail.com

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15

Lou Eibl Corral
Fall Ride
@ Clubhouse, 8012 Rood Rd (Cty Rt 77), Cherry Creek, NY
Handicap accessible.  Evening campfires
FMI: Missy Whittington at loueibl@aol.com or 716-655-2045

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?? Buffalo International Horse Show @ Buffalo Therapeutic Riding Center, Bffalo
Contact: 877-9295

15

11:00am

Chautauqua County Trail Riders
Ride & Drive
@ Allegany State Park
FMI: Debbie Rhinehart 716-287-3788

22

10:00am

Chautauqua County Trail Riders
The Supreme Horse Competition
@ Gerry, NY
FMI: Anne Lynch 716-287-4474 hobhollow@windstream.net

22

tentative

Bits-n-Spurs
Cockaigne Ride
Lunch on the trail, dish to pass after the ride
FMI: Ainsley Smith at 716-962-5462

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National Public Lands Day 'Helping Hands for America's Lands'
the nation’s largest hands-on volunteer effort to improve and enhance the public lands American’s enjoy
FMI: www.publiclandsday.org

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Genesee Valley Riding & Driving Club
Trail Trial
@ JR & Tom Booth’s, Caledonia, NY.
FMI: www.gvrdc.org

OCTOBER 2012

6

Bits-n-Spurs
Allegany State Park Ride
@ Bradford Entrance
Lunch on the trail, dish to pass after the ride
FMI: Brenda Wood at 716-676-5720

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Quarter Horse Congress @ Columbus, OH

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Genesee Valley Hunt Race Meet @ Nations Farm, Geneseo
Contact Genesee Valley Hunt and/or Pony Club
www.geneseevalleyhunt.org

11-
20

Pennsylvania National Horse Show
@ PA Farm Show Complex and Expo Center, 2300 North Cameron St, Harrisburg, PA 17110
FMI: www.panational.org, paequest@aol.com    (717) 770-0222

14

11:00am

Chautauqua County Trail Riders
Fall Color Poker Ride
@ Cockaigne
FMI: Anne Lynch 716-287-4474, hobhollow@windstream.net Linda Johnson 716-287-2721

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6:00pm

Chautauqua County Trail Riders
Annual Club Dinner / Election of Officers/ Meeting

27

Bits-n-Spurs
Ruttenbur Rd Ride
Dish to pass after the ride.  Weather permitting
FMI: Diana Ermer at 716-965-4211

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Halloween

NOVEMBER 2012

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Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
@ Exhibition Place, Toronto, Ontario
FMI: 416-263-3400, info@royalfair.org   www.royalfair.org

Equine Affaire, Massachusetts
@ Eastern States Exposition, W. Springfield, MA
will offer four full days of training clinics, seminars, demonstrations, breed pavilion, demonstrations and spotlights, youth pavilion, a large trade show with shopping, evening entertainment, and special activities for young horse enthusiasts. FMI: (740) 845-0085    www.equineaffaire.com

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Thanksgiving

DECEMBER 2012

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Merry Christmas!

COMING UP IN 2013....

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What is a 'Trail Trial'?

Trail Trials, in existance for over 20 years, consists of a trail ride, of approximately 5 miles, with 8-12 judged obstacles that may be encountered along the trail. Horse and rider are measured against a set standard as they negotiate each obstacle, and juged on a scale of 1-10, with generally a way to bypass the obsticlooe if a horse isn't ready for that particular challenge.

There are no time requirements and the participant is only judged while negotiating obstacles. The rider carries his own score card, handing it to each judge, soo you always know how youre doing. The pace of the trail ride is the choice of the rider.

It is a great schoolng expeerience for young horses, a nice way to test the suitability of a former show horse, and a chance for novice riders to gain confidence and experience.