September/October 2009 Paddock Paper

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Northern New Mexico Horsemen's Association President’s Message Karen and I just returned from our trip into Arizona. Looked in on all the National Park Areas that I have been associated with over the past 40 years. They all look well cared for. Good to see the National Park Service is doing its usual good job. It was good for Karen and I to get out on our own and spend time together. We have not done that in a long long time. October will be winding down and I will get out my poems for the meeting. See all of you there. Eldon August Speaker Our scheduled speaker had to cancel so Shelley Green used this time to remind everyone that Santa Fe will have an NATRC sanctioned Competitive Trail Ride on Labor Day weekend. She was able to secure three additional volunteers for the event. Calendar of NNMHA Events October 28 – Eldon Reyer – an evening of cowboy poetry   November 18 (one week earlier, this month only) – Farrier Robert Holt with veterinarian Stuart McCall who have collaborated in the Santa Fe area for over 20 years, will speak on equine lameness. The role of the horse owner, veterinarian, and farrier will be discussed emphasizing the importance of working together for a successful outcome to a debilitating disease. Slides and videos will highlight x-rays, a foundered horse’s appearance and the shoeing systems available for application.   January 27, 2010 – Transitioning Mustangs to Domestication – Alicia Nation, president of the New Mexico Mustang and Burro Association, will talk about her experiences adopting BLM mustangs at Colorado BLM Facility and her process of transitioning the three horses she brought home to a domestic environment. Inspired by the encounter with the many gentle, willing and beautiful BLM horses awaiting homes, she founded the New Mexico Mustang and Burro Association (www.nmmba.org) and Shaking Wind Ranch (www.shakingwindranch.com) to educate people about the true nature of wild horses and their accessibility for the average horseperson.   In The News Read the latest – awards received by NNMHA members, industry announcements, etc – In The News. NNMHA Open Shows Our last show of 2009 was Saturday, October 3. Go to October 3 Open Show to see photos. Other Equine Activities Be sure to check out the Other Activities webpage for more fun events to attend.   Classifieds Check out our Classifieds page for boarding opportunities, tack, horses and services.