Las Caballeras is a group of horsewomen that gather together every fall or spring for a multi-day vacation with their horses on beautiful Catalina Island. Plans are under way for this year’s trip, and there will be two ride options: a short five-day ride Sept. 26-30, and the full seven-day ride Sept. 26–Oct. 2. Either one is a “bucket list” adventure on horseback. Some notes:
Bring your horse or rent one from the ride’s professional wrangler
• Cowgirl campground is at beautiful Little Harbor
• Horses/camping gear is barged to the island
• Enjoy small group rides in a unique, protected ecosystem
It is a thrill to experience the unforgettable views of the ocean and of Catalina Island, and the camaraderie and experience will make memories for a lifetime. A veterinarian and experienced wranglers will attend to the horses during the ride, which features delicious, catered food, shower trailers and masseuses, and entertainment including campfire music. If you would like to learn more about this fun “21-and-over” event, see the Las Caballeros ad on page 14, or visit www.lascaballeras.com. The email address is: lascaballeras@gmail.com.
If you are interested in learning more about cow horse for yourself or your young riders, make plans to attend the Grant Berg Memorial Horse Show July 4-6 at Green Acres Ranch in Temecula. Put on by the Southern California Reined Cow Horse Association, this event is the club’s annual “Youth Ride Free!” show, with all youth entrants receiving waived fees — for haul-in, stall, youth classes, office fees, cow horse cattle fees, and youth herd work cattle fees. Whether young or not-so-young, there will be three full slates of NRCHA classes, including classes in ranch riding, AQHA cutting and working cow horse — as well as six Spectaculars: Open, Non Pro Fence, Box Drive (new!), Non Pro Boxing, Youth Fence and Youth. For more information, see the SCRCHA display ad on page 19, and visit the association’s website at scrcha.com.
Looking to tune-up with a top trainer and have some fun doing it? The Wednesday Night Community lessons at Cowley Performance Horses in Temecula is your ticket! Group lessons are fun and they are a great way to meet new people. There also are group lessons with cattle for those interested in learning the basics of working with cattle or go down the fence! Haul-ins are welcome and encouraged. The Cowleys have relocated to 46505 De Portola Road. For more info, give Craig or Rosie a call at 602/568-7492, or email cowleyperformancehorses@gmail.com. Be sure to check out the ad on page 17, and visit their website at cowleyperformancehorses.com.
They are coming! As we know, flies and mosquitoes create many problems for the equine community, including (but not limited to) stress and stress-related injuries, West Nile Virus and Pigeon Fever, wounds and infections from biting flies, not to mention the well-know truth that they create an uncomfortable environment in which to ride and train! Fly Guard has solutions for both your indoor barn environment and areas that are not enclosed (or do not have power). For barns, shedrows and mare motels, Fly Guard’s FG96 automatic, overhead spray system sprays Fly Guard’s own specially formulated blend of pyrethrin-based solution that kills and repels flies and other flying insects. The FG96’s versatility allows the overhead lines and nozzles to be attached to any type of roof line, supported by professionally installed cables, or even trenched in between buildings to spray detached pens or other buildings. After installation, Fly Guard’s licensed technicians will take great care of your equipment through its service program. Professionally-maintained equipment will generally last much longer than self-serviced equipment; however, for the do-it-yourselfers, customers can directly purchase supplies through the Fly Guard website. For areas that are not enclosed or do not have power, Fly Guard’s Tempo Ultra WP is its go-to product. It is a residual pyrethroid powder that is mixed with water and dispensed using a handheld or backpack sprayer. Tempo’s residual properties remain effective for several weeks after spraying although slow degradation may be noticeable after the first week. Recommended spray areas include open pipe corrals, east-facing exterior walls of buildings, trash can and dumpster areas, and tarps and surroundings of manure piles. For more info, see the Fly Guard ad on page 14, or call 800/811-1039 to get a friendly recommendation for your facility.
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