Rocky Road Saturday Results

Junior

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Jaxson MonroeBluebell8988.5177.5

Tenderfoot – Adult

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Carin BauerArti8989.5178.5+
2Keenia CoweyMisTe85.589.5175+
3Laura McLeanVanna85.585170.5
4Debbie SannwaldtSandy84.585169.5
5Megan SmartBandit84.583.5168+
6Kella StallerPiper81.585166.5+
7Krystal BunchSunny8481.5165.5+
8Dennis EllingtonCooper8182.5163.5+
9Tyson StallerJosey7880158+
10Tashia EllingtonMisty76.578.5155+

Tenderfoot – Senior

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Teresa IngramKK Lady Fantasy86.587173.5
2Denise GivensWhiskey81.585.5167
3Robin CosgroveBarron78.578.5157

Maverick – Adult

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Katherine MasonDelilah9190181
2Marta CovingtonCredit Card8990179+
3Halle BeardJoe8890178+
4Megan PerryQuiggly8790177
5Annaliese ScogginWinchester8785172
6Emily GehringLoki84.582.5167+
7Kris RitterTango7975154

Maverick – Senior

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Kim GehringJosie8986.5175.5++
2Susie JerniganHeaven8283.5165.5

Horseman – Adult

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Lee Ann BooreRC90.592182.5++
2Cheryl SofalyCass9190.5181.5++
3Alex McStayTartan88.591179.5+
4Lynane PlumleeFritz89.587176.5+
5Vicki Van SteynPippa87.588.5176+

Horseman – Senior

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Becky CashSkipper9193184+
2Vivian JohnsonTobijah89.593182.5
3Connie StandridgeAnnie89.592.5182
4Carolyn MikeskaScout87.588.5176+
5Jean WilsonRenegade86.586172.5+
6Cindy LeatherwoodBig Cat87.585172.5
7Leah LynchStella8785172
8Annette ThurlowPaonia77.573.5151+

Scout

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Tiffany JankeDally86.585171.5+
2Robert JerniganSadie77.573150.5

Wyatt Ranch Wanderer Sunday Results

Tenderfoot – Adult

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Kris RitterCreek9391.5184.5++
2Monica SpauldingRuger87.589.5177+
3Wendy HutchinsonMaggie8688174++
4Candice SmithPossum8686172+
5Megan SmartBandit84.582.5167+
6Shirley TarrillionJunior82.582.5165+
7Haley AltomareJake80.577157.5++

Maverick – Adult

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Gina StepchinskyJazz9493187+
2Kenya KrestaPetey92.591.5184+++
3AlexMcStayTartan9389.5182.5+++
4Cheryl SofalyCass92.590182.5
5Annaliese ScogginsWinchester90.587.5178++
6Katherine MasonDelilah89.588177.5+
7Hannah AdamsonJosie88.585173.5
8Marta CovingtonCredit Card8684.5170.5+
9Ruth O’GradyDave84.585169.5+

Maverick – Senior

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Connie StandridgeAnnie93.593.5187+
2Jim MillerBuddy9293.5185.5+
3Shelley HiltonCopper88.589177.5++
4Tom BlackmonEd8789176+
5Jean PoythressShock86.583.5170
6Priscilla ButcherSalem8683.5169.5+
7Bambi LangSnickers43.54386.5

Horseman – Adult

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Mary MarczakEllie9795.5192.5+++
2Vicki Van SteynPippa9594189+
3MaryAnn BrandonRemi9489.5183.5++
4Lynane PlumleeCookie9085175++

Horseman – Senior

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Jean WilsonRenegade9392185+
2Carolyn MikeskaChance86.587173.5+
3Christi HudspethPicasso8684170++

Scout

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Tiffany JankeDally9592.5187.5
2Marilyn DardenneRanger77.576.5154+
3Gretchen FuchsCupcake75.573.5149+

Wyatt Ranch Wanderer Saturday Results

Junior

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Kate GarlockBrutus7372145
2Charlotte GarlockCactus69.570.5140

Tenderfoot – Adult

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Kris RitterCreek9088.5178.5+
2Monica SpauldingRuger81.579160.5++
3Wendy HutchinsonMaggie8080.5160.5+
4Candice SmithPossum7679.5155.5+
5Shirley TarrillionJunior7875153+
6Haley AltomareJake7570145++
7Megan SmartBandit7469.5143.5+
8Jennifer GarlockRomeo68.569.5138
9Julie SteeleCheyenne6059119
10Krystal BunchSunny8816

Maverick – Adult

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Cheryl SofalyCass88.588176.5++
2Gina StepchinskyJazz8886174++
3AlexMcStayDally87.585.5173+
4Annaliese ScogginsWinchester84.582.5167++
5Katherine MasonDelilah84.582166.5++
6Hannah AdamsonJosie8581.5166.5+
7Marta CovingtonCredit Card81.582.5164
8Ruth O’GradyDave75.570.5146
9Robert JerniganSadie7471.5145.5

Maverick – Senior

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Connie StandridgeAnnie9192.5183.5++
2Priscilla ButcherSalem87.584171.5+
3Susie JerniganHeaven8585170+
4Jim MillerBuddy85.580.5166+
5Shelley HiltonCopper8382165+

Horseman – Adult

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1MaryAnn BrandonRemi9595190+++
2Mary MarczakEllie9491.5185.5++++
3Lynane PlumleeCookie91.585.5177+

Horseman – Senior

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Jean WilsonRenegade8788.5175.5+++
2Christi HudspethPicasso88.586174.5+++
3Carolyn MikeskaChance8180.5161.5+

January/February 2024 Newletter

WINTER WEATHER There’s an old saying that if you don’t like the weather just wait 10 minutes and it’ll change! That is particularly true in Texas where it can be 80° one day and 30° the next. So, it is important to be prepared, for yourself as a rider, and for your horse.
(Hannah Wright, Jean Moreau, Shelley Hilton, Jerilyn Stanka)
In the next few paragraphs, we will address cold weather and save hot weather tips for later.
Tip number one -layers, layers, layers! But be sure and try things on at home. Can you wear two layers with your boots, jeans, helmet, etc.? I remember arriving at an obstacle several years ago. Greg Dial eyed me up and down and I thought what is the matter? My horse is standing quietly, we are warmed up and ready. Greg looked me in the eye and said, “Are you wearing your pajamas?” I laughed and said with the extreme cold front I had put on everything I had, including my fuzzy pajamas! I now plan my layers a little more carefully and have a great snowsuit that I found at a thrift store.
Tip number two-wool. It is really hard to beat the warmth of a wool sweater or socks.

Jean Wilson & Greg Dial – Senior Judge – Feb 26, 2022
Tip number three-water repellent outerwear. Being cold is one thing, being wet is another, but being cold and wet is just downright miserable. Think especially of your head, core, hands, and feet. And I can tell you that hand warmers do not work if they get wet! After one really cold ride at Parrie Haynes, I took my favorite cold weather gloves to Home Depot and found oversized rubber gloves to go over them so that they would be waterproof. Consider adding toe warmers and hand warmers to your trailer. Don’t forget to have some instant hot chocolate, apple cider, tea, canned soup, or chili to help warm you up when you get back to your trailer. I also think it’s very important to lay out all your gear the night before, so you don’t forget something essential, like gloves!
Next, think about your horse. I don’t want to start the blanket or no blanket debate, but it does make a difference when your horse is tied to the trailer or in a pen and they cannot choose where they want to be or stand next to their buddy. So, I also have layers for my horse. And I have added a tarp so that I can make a windbreak around my pen if I need to. I have electrolytes to encourage my horse to drink and have packed a round orange cooler as a water tub because the insulation usually keeps it from freezing. You can also add some more warm water to their drinking water that will raise the temperature momentarily. Adding some water to your horse’s feed can also be helpful if they will eat it that way. Just remember that hot water freezes faster than cold water. You might consider moving your horse’s bridle into your living quarters or warming the bit with your hands or under your arm. Your trail buddy will appreciate your efforts and be more willing to be bridled. In addition, have everything set up for your horse for your return camp. If the water bucket and hay bag are already filled and waiting, and you return to camp cold and exhausted it will be much easier to take care of your horse. In fact, any advance preparations you can make ahead of time will make a huge difference during extreme weather. Maybe fill several hay bags at home, measure your feed and supplements into ziploc bags for each meal, and clean and oil your tack so that inclement weather will not bother it. Prepare for the worst and hope for the best. You will be glad you did!

RIDE RECAP
Salute the Troops was held at C-Bar Stables in Valley Mills on November 11th & 12th. Although the weather was a bit chilly, the rain held off during the ride. Stupendous soups were enjoyed on Friday night and again for lunch on Saturday. Charles Maley cooked his wonderful chicken fried steak with all the trimmings for Saturday night. Riders were given the option of going into the canyon, the obstacles and trail were fun and challenging, and we celebrated our freedom with flags everywhere and lots of red, white, and blue. We also supported our military with donations to the Explosive Ordinance Division. Kim Gehring and Jim Miller won the bid on the Veteran’s Box last year and presented it to Carol Warren, winning bidder this year.
Kim & Jim Miller with Carol Warren and the Veteran’s Box

All together $671 was raised to support our veterans. The General Meeting was held on Friday evening. The treasurer Tiffany Janke presented a brief report, club funds are somewhat depleted because of the purchase of mileage award conchos but, IRS regulations require a not-for-profit club to spend most of their funds in the same calendar year. The club accounts will soon be built back up with money from two rides, the Christmas fundraiser, sponsor donations, and renewal of memberships in January. Bill Phillips reported that the club has 217 members. Greg Dial reported that the Judges Forum will be held on Sunday, December 17th, at Parrie Haynes.

Wyatt Ranch Wanderer ride was rescheduled for December 9th & 10th. This time the weather was crisp and sunny, a little chilly in the mornings but perfect for December. Hot dogs and chili were served Friday night, and a taco bar was held Saturday night with leftovers for lunch on Sunday. Kelly Beard debuted as Senior Judge and created outstanding obstacles with an emphasis on holding your reins in one hand.
Priscilla Butcher and Salem
Riders also added Christmas decorations for their photo opportunity on Sunday. Thank you, Scott Butcher, for all the wonderful pictures! The Fall Clinic was held on Friday, December 8 and participants got to choose a couple of skills they wanted to focus on. Later, riders got to practice all the various skills several times with tips from judges at each obstacle. Skills included balance while trotting over poles and jumping, rope handling, drag, the Garrocha pole, mount and dismount, backing, turn on the fore and hind, transitions, side pass, stop, gates, and sending.

The Christmas Party and Fundraiser hosted by the Board of Directors was held at Parrie Haynes on December 16 and everyone had a fabulous time. The morning trail ride featured the first six days of Christmas according to Greg Dial assisted by Bill Phillips. Riders shot a toy bow and arrow at a Partridge in a Pear Tree, French hens laid eggs for riders to find, a turtle had to be thrust across the finish line using a garrocha pole, a relay race with a spoon and egg while weaving cones was a challenge, and riders had to toss bean bags into five golden rings.
Kim and Jim Miller participating in the egg relay.
Tiffany Janke and Rhonda Fryer made delicious Chicken Alfredo, salad with lots of goodies, warm herb bread, scrumptious homemade cheesecakes and Tiramisu for dinner. Mary Ann Brandon also helped with kitchen preparations. The tables were beautifully decorated with horseshoe Christmas trees painted and hung with ornaments handmade by Karen and DevIn Pantel. The trees were sold after the dinner to add to the funds raised. Linda Ellis won the Ugly Christmas Sweater contest, Santa visited, and presents were exchanged and sometimes stolen!
Alex McStay tossing bean bags into 5 golden rings.

JUDGES FORUM was held on Sunday, December 17 at Parrie Haynes. Various obstacles and scoring were discussed to make sure everyone is being judged fairly and consistently. A few considerations brought up at the round table discussion included deducting a point for artificial aids, such as a wand or flag. Items that a rider uses all of the time, ie. spurs or an English crop, would not receive a point deduction. There will also be a point deduction if a rider takes a foot out of their stirrup unless that is specified in the obstacle directions. Judges are also to instruct their volunteers so that instructions are read verbatim so that every rider receives the exact same instructions.

When tailing, a rider should not run their lead rope through the stirrup and should be careful to hold the horse’s tail about halfway down, avoiding the dock of the tail. The group then moved outside where several riders demonstrated tailing, forward lateral, and drag for more discussion.

HIGHLIGHTS BOD MEETING Here are some of the highlights from the November 13, 2023, Board of Directors meeting. The complete minutes will soon be added to the website. Bill Phillips, Interim President, Karen Pantel Ride Director, Greg Dial Judges Director, Tiffany Janke Treasurer, and Mary Ann Brandon newly elected Membership Director were in attendance via conference call. Mary Ann Brandon was asked to assume her duties immediately since Bill Phillips will be Interim President until a new President is elected. Board members were asked to provide suggestions for a new President. There was also discussion of how best to share the minutes with members, the Christmas Fundraiser, and Celebration. The rule book will be printed soon so that it can be handed out at Celebration, and it will include the trail etiquette form. Karen Pantel is going to revise the Ride Director’s Manual. Tiffany Janke will be meeting with Nancy Williams soon for the annual audit of the club’s finances.

Registering for a ride?
Here are a few suggestions if you are having trouble logging in to register for a ride. Please use a laptop or desktop computer instead of your phone. Also, Chrome seems to be the better browser. Be patient when a ride first opens as many people are logging in. Try going to the MY PROFILE button to log in. If you are still having trouble after multiple attempts, please contact the ride secretary via email. If the ride is full, be sure and email the ride secretary to be added to the waitlist in order. There are always cancellations so most people will be added to the ride…be sure and save the date of the ride on your calendar!

EAST TEXAS EQUIFEST – NEW LOCATION!
Join us May 4-5 at the Six RS Ranch in Oakwood Texas! A barefoot friendly, rolling 1500-acre ranch with a beautiful 100-acre lake! Pens available through lottery
Our trails will be no more than 8 1/2 miles, some hook ups available, and 12 pens. These will all be a lottery drawing. There will also be several bunking options. Bathhouse with shower. Friday afternoon we will offer a mini clinic! Saturday night meal will be potluck sides, with ride management providing hamburgers and hotdogs. See you there!

WORD FROM OUR NEW MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR – MARY ANN BRANDON Hello fellow equestrians! I wanted to take a moment and thank each of you for your support on becoming your new membership director! I have some big shoes to fill, as Bill Phillips did an excellent job. I’m so looking forward to knowing each one of you and working together. This board is comprised of some incredible folks, and we have some exciting things planned for 2024.

THIS FROM JUDGES DIRECTOR GREG DIAL: Reminder the Youth Ride/Clinic is scheduled for 23 March at Parrie Haynes Ranch. Registration will be open to non-members. The 2024 Rider Clinic will follow the next day, and registration is already open.

BUCKLE SERIES – 2024
Smiley Ride: April 13-14
East Texas Equifest: May 4-5
Camp Reveille: June 1-2
Hog Wild: September 7-8
WWW: October 5-6
Salute to Troops: November 9-10
In order to qualify, you must ride 9 out of the 12 days.

ARE YOU READY TO CELEBRATE?
A very special Celebration will be held at The Farris Wheel (across from Parrie Haynes Equestrian Center) on Saturday, January 27, 2024. Awards for the 2023 ride season will be announced and presented, a silent auction will be held, and Fajitas will be served for a modest price of $15 for members and $20 for non-member guests. Members are encouraged to bring their own celebratory drinks or enjoy the tea and water that will be provided. In addition to year end placings, special horse awards will be announced, and thank you gifts will be presented to judges, ride managers, and sponsors. Be sure and make your reservation for the evening on the website and if you need a campsite check with Parrie Haynes.

SILENT AUCTION
The Celebration Silent Auction will focus on items pertaining to the Western Lifestyle. Items can be art, home decorations, tack, clothing etc. There will be 8 -10 items selected for the auction out of all items submitted. Items not chosen will be returned to the original owner or kept and used as future raffle items.
The deadline for all submissions is January 1st. You may send a picture of your item to Laura McLean via messenger or text to (254) 213-8019.

Hope y’all enjoyed this newsletter… deadline for submissions for the March-April Newsletter is February 1st .

UPCOMING EVENTS

****Mark your calendar for:

January 27th, 2024 Celebration

January 1st – Registration opens for:
The “Smiley Ride” at the Barnhart Q5 Ranch – April 13th-14th.

February 1st -Registration opens for:
East Texas Equifest at the Six RS Ranch – May 4th-5th .
Cactus Two Step at the San Angelo State Park – May 18th-19th.

***February 17th -18th
18th Annual Rocky Road at Parrie Haynes. Put together a team for the Saturday night LASAGNA competition and send Kate Hollar your team name and members. Or plan to bring a side or dessert.

Salute to the Troops Sunday Results

Junior

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Carolyn SmeltzerSkipper9293185+
2Jaxson MonroeBluebell85.588.5174++

Tenderfoot – Adult

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Kris RitterCreek9290182+
2Carin BauerArti8889177+
3Elena CovingtonGizmo8788175
4Krystal BunchSunny8685171+
5Candice SmithPossum82.588170.5+
6Haley AltomareJake85.583.5169+
7Juli SteeleCheyenne80.583163.5+
8Shirley TarrillionJunior78.581159.5+
9Lisa BrandDave79.579158.5+
10Megan SmartBandit78.574152.5+

Tenderfoot – Senior

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Kim GehringJosie92.591183.5++
2Teresa IngramKK LADY FANTASY89.589.5179+
3Linda EllisRico8587172+
4Deborah MoodyDallas83.583.5167+
5Mary CollinsBella74.574148.5+

Maverick – Adult

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Cheryl SofalyCass92.593185.5+
2Evelyn OHaraTempted Assets91.593.5185++
3Megan PerryQuigley91.593184.5+
4Alex McStayDally9191182++
5Annaliese ScogginWinchester8787174+
6Mollie NelsonFinn86.583.5170+
7Sybil EaganChip8481.5165.5+
8Robert JerniganSadie82.582.5165+

Maverick – Senior

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Shelley HiltonCopper92.592184.5+
2Tom BlackmonEdd90.592.5183+++
3Priscilla ButcherSalem90.592.5183++
4Barbara KnightShakar9291183+
5Vivian JohnsonTobijah90.590.5181
6Connie StandridgeAnnie8889.5177.5+
7Jim MillerBuddy87.587.5175++
8Susie JerniganHeaven8887175+
9Peggy JohnsonKater86.584.5171+
10Jill AndrewsAbby84.585.5170+

Horseman – Adult

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Mary Ann BrandonRemi95.596191.5+++
2Melissa NealChip of Gold9393186+
3Lynane PlumleeCookie9190181++++
4Vicki Van SteynPippa89.588.5178+
5Mary MarczakEllie9085.5175.5++
6Carol WarrenJourney87.586173.5+
7Lee Ann BooreRC87.585.5173++
8Tiffany JankeNala8784.5171.5+

Horseman – Senior

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Becky CashTrulee92.592184.5++++
2Kelly BeardLittle Joe88.590178.5+
3Christi HudspethPicasso8988.5177.5+
4Carolyn MikeskaChance8585170+

Scout

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Gretchen FuchsGus91.590.5182++
2Marilyn DardenneRanger8989.5178.5+
3Sara McMillanBo Jr Reflection Dobie80.579159.5+

Salute to the Troops Saturday Results

Junior

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Carolyn SmeltzerSkipper90.591.5182+
2Jaxson MonroeBluebell88.591179.5
3Jaxson ErwinSerious87.588.5176

Tenderfoot – Adult

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Kris RitterCreek90.590.5181
2Carin BauerArti88.590.5179+
3Keenia CoweyMisTe8889177
4Elena CovingtonGizmo8788175
5Candice SmithPossum8086166
6Haley AltomareJake8382.5165.5+
7Laura McLeanVanna8082.5162.5
8Megan SmartBandit8079.5159.5+
9Shirley TarrillionJunior7276148
10Juli SteeleCheyenne7173144
11Lisa BrandDave69.571.5141

Tenderfoot – Senior

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Teresa IngramKK LADY FANTASY82.585.5168+
2Linda EllisRico83.584.5168
3Deborah MoodyDallas8483167
4Mary CollinsBella72.574.5147
5Deb MoselyBonham7272144
6Anita WaldripMyss Gdache7171142

Maverick – Adult

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Cheryl SofalyCass93.592.5186
2Alex McStayDally89.590.5180+
3Evelyn OHaraTempted Assets88.589.5178
4Marta CovingtonCredit Card87.587174.5
5Annaliese ScogginWinchester8584.5169.5
6Megan PerryQuigley8383166
7Mollie NelsonFinn8382165
8Robert JerniganSadie7477151

Maverick – Senior

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Connie StandridgeAnnie93.595.5189+
2Vivian JohnsonTobijah9192.5183.5
3Brenda HicksShiloh8888.5176.5
4Jill AndrewsAbby85.590175.5+
5Susie JerniganHeaven8788.5175.5
6Priscilla ButcherSalem8684170
7Shelley HiltonCopper8383.5166.5
8Jim MillerBuddy8282164
9Barbara KnightShakar80.581.5162
10Tom BlackmonEdd80.578158.5
11Suzy TielkeGypsy77.579.5157
12Peggy JohnsonKater79.574.5154

Horseman – Adult

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Mary Ann BrandonRemi93.593.5187
2Melissa NealChip of Gold9090180+
3Vicki Van SteynPippa89.589178.5
4Lee Ann BooreRC88.589177.5
5Lynane PlumleeCookie8986175+
6Mary MarczakEllie89.583.5173
7Tiffany JankeNala7877155
8Carol WarrenJourney7776.5153.5+

Horseman – Senior

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Becky CashTrulee9293185+
2Kelly BeardLittle Joe8692178
3Christi HudspethPicasso8583.5168.5
4Cheryl MayBadger8282164
5Carolyn MikeskaChance80.581.5162

Scout

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Sara McMillanBo Jr Reflection Dobie8284166
2Marilyn DardenneRanger75.574.5150

November / December 2023 Newsletter

WHEN YOUR HORSE IS LOST   

If you have owned horses very long, you have probably experienced that horrible sinking sensation when your horse is not where they are supposed to be! Brandy Steele experienced this at the Lost Concho ride in Llano when Echo broke away from the trailer and disappeared wearing a halter and a short lead. But horses will stay with or find other horses right? Well, sometimes, sometimes not. Brandy quickly called in reinforcements and her husband Kip arrived. They searched with a truck, an ATV, night vision binoculars, and a drone. Of course, everyone in camp was looking for Echo as well. After a long, sleepless night Brandy resumed the search the next morning to no avail. Fortunately, Echo was spotted about 3 pm on Saturday, high on a rocky outcrop. Maybe there is a mountain goat somewhere in his pedigree. Doanna Daniel, who saw Echo, immediately began hiking up the rock outcropping followed quickly by Greg Dial and owner Brandy. Echo appeared healthy, although slightly dehydrated and missing a rear shoe. The rescue crew carefully worked across the rocks and the ranch owner met them with a trailer. 

Perhaps a few lessons can be gleaned from this scary experience. Horses are fast, powerful, and sometimes do the unexpected. A panicked or frightened horse can be especially difficult. And lost horses sometimes want to hide or can become entangled in brush if they are tacked up. So, it is important to practice with all your equipment at home, including high ties, pens, and picket lines. An ID tag on your horse might be helpful. Cheryl Sofaly puts a Velcro tag with her phone number just above her horse’s hoof in case they become separated. Recent pictures of your horse from all sides can also be useful. Perhaps also consider teaching your horse to come to a whistle. When Doanna Daniel became separated from her horse while on a ride, she was able to whistle and have her horse return to her. What a great thing to teach your horse! 

 Everyone was grateful that Echo was found unharmed. Brandy was so thankful for all the support she received and that her story had a happy ending!                                                                                  

ELECTION NEWS

Board members,  Greg Dial-Judges Director, and Karen Pantel-Ride Director are dedicated to another 3-year term, and are running unopposed. Bill Phillips has retired as Membership Director and Mary Ann Brandon is running for that position unopposed since Teresa Corgill has withdrawn. Bill’s term is up as of December 31, 2023, and MaryAnn will take over the responsibilities as Membership Director effective January 1, 2024. Our president Ann Stacy and Treasurer Tiffany Janke will be serving their respective positions for 2 more years.   Dedicated and effective leadership is essential, and we are all grateful for your service!  Be on the lookout for an email from Tiffany about the election.

WYATT RANCH WANDERER POSTPONED

Glen Rose, Texas, had a foot of rain the weekend of October 28 & 29 so the Wyatt Ranch Wanderer ride was postponed until December 9 &10. The Fall Rider clinic will be held on Friday, December 8. Although the ride was originally full, some riders might not be available on the new date so contact Rhonda Fryer ([email protected]) if you are interested in this ride. Nancy Fenimore ([email protected]) is in charge of reservations for the Fall Clinic and has let us know that there are spots available in the clinic, contrary to what the website says.  

WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST MEMBER

Our newest member Peter George Janke arrived at 6:46 pm Monday, October 9. The entire Janke family is thrilled, and mom Tiffany (TTCC Treasurer) and baby are thriving. 

CHRISTMAS PARTY & FUNDRAISER

Our new annual fundraiser. There will be a Christmas Dinner with gift exchange ($15.00 value). Leah and Kate will write the story!! Not sure of trail plan yet, certainly some shenanigans and fun on Saturday.  This does not count towards your Iron Rider.  Sunday riders are on their own. Saturday morning Trial Ride $67/rider. Remember, this is a donation to the Club to help with year-round expenses. We appreciate every entry/donation. We can’t do this without you!!  Meal: $15/plate.  The meal will include:  Chicken Alredo, Salad, Garlic Bread, Tea & Dessert. Contact Nancy Fenimore at [email protected].

ARE YOU READY TO CELEBRATE?

A very special Celebration will be held at The Farris Wheel (across from Parrie Haynes Equestrian Center) on Saturday, January 27, 2024.  Awards for the 2023 ride season will be announced and presented, a silent auction will be held, and Fajitas will be served for a modest price of $15 for members and $20 for non-member guests.  Members are encouraged to bring their own celebratory drinks or enjoy the tea and water that will be provided. In addition to year end placings, special horse awards will be announced, and thank you gifts will be presented to judges, ride managers, and sponsors. Be sure and make your reservation for the evening on the website and if you need a campsite, check with Parrie Haynes.

SILENT AUCTION
The Celebration Silent Auction will focus on items pertaining to the Western Lifestyle.  Items can be art, home decorations, tack, clothing etc. There will be 8 -10 items selected for the auction out of all items submitted. Items not chosen will be returned to the original owner or kept and used as future raffle items.


The deadline for all submissions is January 1st.  You may send a picture of your item to Laura McLean via Facebook messenger or text to (254) 213-8019.

Upcoming Events

November 1st  –          Registration opens for Rocky Road –  February 17th  and 18th.

November 11th-12th  –     Salute  the Troops ride at C Bar

December 1st –           Registration opens for High Tail It – March 9th  and 10th AND youth and adult clinics on March 23rd  and 24th.

December 8th –                  Fall Rider Clinic

December 9th-10th –       Wyatt Ranch Wanderer, Glen Rose

December 16th –                 Christmas Ride 

December 17th –                 Judges Training

****Mark your calendar for January27th,  2024 ***            Celebration 

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Membership Director – 2024

Hello TTCC Members, 

I want to take a moment to introduce our two candidates who are running for the Membership Director Position this Fall. They are Mary Ann Brandon and Teresa Corgill. 

They have both written an introduction about themselves that is posted below.

Thank you for taking the time to read and “meet” these two amazing ladies. They will have the opportunity to speak at Wyatt Ranch next weekend. 

Thank you so much,

Tiffany Janke 

TTCC Treasurer

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Hello fellow members! 

My name is Mary Ann Brandon, and I have been a member of TTCC for eight years. 

During this time, I have been a ride manager, judge and volunteer. This year I am educating my fifth horse in the club! 

My background is psychology and teaching in secondary education. I am a people person and looking forward to meeting every member. 

I love sharing what I have learned in the horse world, from professionals and members of this club.  

I have some exciting ideas for fundraising, such as TTCC logo number holders, and a saddle raffle!

I also have corporate sponsors ready to support our club. 

In other disciplines I participate in,   there are often pre-ride clinics, which are incredibly helpful… I would love to explore this idea in TTCC. 

I would also like to research and create a “living document” that delineates the history of this club from the start!

I am excited to be your next membership director!

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Let me introduce myself to the TTCC members who do not know me. Are there any? If so, I will be stalking you if I’m elected Membership Director because I believe that is part of the job. I want to know all of you personally so you will be comfortable approaching me with any new ideas or concerns that you have about our club.

I am Teresa Corgill, also known as TJ, and I ride the cute little black and white Gypsy Vanner Abby. 

In 2015 I joined TTCC, and I found my tribe. I love that we care more about camaraderie and partnership with our horses than about competition. I will fight to keep it that way.

For those of you who do not know me, I have been into horses all of my life. From riding horses all over town with friends in junior and high school, to showing in weekly open shows after college, to big time showing in AQHA, to building an equine business where I stood an AQHA Champion at stud and sold horses all over the world, to a partial retirement when I found competitive trail riding. I wish I had found TTCC much earlier. It has been my favorite of all.

During my AQHA days I was on the Board of Directors of Arizona Quarter Horse Association. We put on one of the largest show circuits in the US. It was a week long and sometimes had up to eight arenas going at once. That endeavor took quite a bit of planning and organization. I also served as President of the Board of Directors of Alamo Quarter Horse Breeders Association where we sponsored two large circuits every year at the Rose Palace in San Antonio.. 

As a member of both BODs I learned to listen to all sides of a problem and to do what is best for the club, even if it means going against friends.

Since joining TTCC I have been very active in the club. I was awarded the Iron Rider vest in 2017. I’ve only missed one or two rides during all of the other years that I’ve ridden with TTCC. I am a judge, a senior judge and a ride manager. I purchased year end awards for Celebration for two years.

Please consider voting for me at the Membership Director. TTCC is genuinely a big part of my life and I feel the need to give back to a club I love.

— Teresa “TJ” Corgill

Cactus Two Step Sunday Results

Tenderfoot – Adult

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Candice SmithTartan8380.5163.5++
2Krystal BunchSunny82.580.5163+
3Shirley TarrillionJunior8280.5162.5+++
4Haley AltomareJake83.578.5162+++
5Carin BauerArti8180161++
6Keenia CoweyMisTe77.579.5157+
7Megan SmartBandit80.572152.5+++++
8Krysta DemereChief7573.5148.5
9Laura McLeanVanna74.573.5148
10Juli SteeleCheyenne66.568134.5+++

Tenderfoot – Senior

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Kim GehringJosie85.584169.5+++
2Teresa IngramLady83.579.5163
3Ginny MayfieldRicky6963132++
4Carla ChandlerPatty50.552102.5+

Maverick – Adult

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Evelyn O’HaraTempted Assets9088178++
2Halle BeardJoe89.587.5177++++
3Alex McStayDally8885.5173.5++++
4Annaliese ScogginsWinchester84.582.5167++++
5Kaedy StovallMurphy8582167+
6Katherine MasonDelilah8075.5155.5++
7Robert JerniganSadie7368.5141.5+++

Maverick – Senior

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Vivian JohnsonTobijah91.589.5181++++
2Connie StandridgeAnnie8987.5176.5+++
3Jim MillerBuddy87.585172.5++
4Ann StacyTrooper84.585169.5+++
5Tooter SmithFly8583.5168.5+
6Tom BlackmonEdd84.581.5166+++++
7Shelley HiltonCopper8183164+
8Susie JerniganHeaven82.578160.5++++
9Barbara KnightShakar82.577159.5+++
10Peggy JohnsonKater79.577.5157+

Horseman – Adult

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Mary Ann BrandonRemingtonite9492.5186.5++++++
2Vicki Van SteynePippa91.592183.5++++
3Carol WarrenJourney89.581170.5++++
4Lee Ann BooreRC83.582.5166++

Horseman – Senior

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Linda MartiniMate8988.5177.5++
2Teresa CorgillAbby89.586.5176++
3Isabel DeanDoc86.586172.5+++
4Cheryl MayBadger8378161++

Scout

PlacingRiderHorseRider ScoreHorse ScoreTotal ScorePlusses
1Marilyn DardenneRanger7871149++