UC Davis ‘Horse Day’ Oct. 11 gives us special insight

From the Horsetrader sales staff

Join the University of California-Davis for its annual “Horse Day” event on Oct. 11 at the school’s horse barn, and you’ll come away with a remarkable appreciation for the program. It is a day filled with workshops, demonstrations, and lectures dedicated to continuing education for horse owners and enthusiasts. There is something for everyone, with a wide range of topics from equine diseases, nutrition, lameness, current research, and reproduction.

New premier equine retirement facility opens

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The Cole Ranch, located just two hours from Los Angeles in Terra Bella, has a distinguished history of providing comprehensive horse care farm services. With a foundation built on expertise in boarding, foaling, breaking, and training, The Cole Ranch is now expanding its focus to offer exceptional retirement care for these equine athletes. The historic 60-year-old farm has been lovingly run by Steve and Dana Cole for the past two decades. With 10 expansive, lush pastures, pristine barns, a 3 5/8-mile exercise track, round pens, a full-size arena and 24-hour vet care, the Coles welcome all breeds at a fixed, affordable rate.

‘Horse Human Connection’ symposium returns to Pomona

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Back by popular demand, the Human Horse Connection 2 will be coming to the Kellogg West Conference Center in Pomona Nov. 1-2 for two exceptional days of insights into how your horse thinks. The California Western Dressage Association is presenting the symposium, which will feature a roster of internationally known speakers for attendees of all disciplines.

A true ‘bucket list’ item: 2025 Catalina Ladies Ride

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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

Hooves & Paws ‘Summer Sale’ is soon — up to 50% off!

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If you have been waiting for the perfect store sale … it’s almost here! Don’t miss the savings and selection at the Annual Summer Sale at Hooves & Paws. For three days, May 29-31, you can buy in-store or online and have it delivered! Prices are marked down as much as 50% off on clearance items, including major brands in both tack and apparel. Professional’s Choice, Troxel, Shires, Classic Equine and more. See the ad on page 3, or visit the easy-to-use Hooves & Paws website at https://hoovesandpaws.com.

Ready to hit the trail?

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How about a three-day horse camping trip at Black Rock in Yucca Valley (March 13-16)? Or a weekend adventure in the Bakersfield Scenic Preserve (March 21-23)? Then, of course, there are one-day trail rides and horse shows, including an upcoming spring Trail Trials at Ranger Park in Lakeview Terrace — all part of the ETI calendar. To learn more about Equestrian Trails, Inc., check out their pages on page 30-31 this issue, and be sure to check out the Horsetrader’s show and events calendar on pages 32-33, where you can locate events from International 3-Day Eventing to a Rattlesnake Awareness Training (in “Special Events). And, if you or your club have shows, clinics, special events — even meetings — go on Horsetrader.com and enter them today. Here is our online events page. They are FREE!

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Congratulations are in order!

King Performance Horses, one of the prestigious barns in our Trainer’s Directory, had a terrific weekend at the Southern California Ranch Riding Show in Lakeside on Feb. 9. Here are the barn’s highlights:

• Emma Ikerd and CBK Hollyblossom were Reserve Champions in 18-Under Ranch Division and shined in Green W/T/L Ranch Confirmation
• Katie Fellion and Tinsel Berri ruled in Amateur Ranch Confirmation and won the Team Ranchmanship Challenge with barnmate Kailey King-Hale
• Gail Mills and Stop Buckin, int their first time EVER showing in Ranch riding got a ribbon in Select Ranch Riding Rail
• Kailey King-Hale and Gotta Have Style were on fire in Open Ranch Rail and Green Horse W/T/L Confirmation
  Well done, team! For more info on King Performance Horses, located in Chino Hills, see the ad on page 17 or go to their new website at https://kingperformancehorses.com.

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Thinking about building a barn?

Thinking about a new barn or putting up a shelter? Be sure to see the North Coast Barns ad (on page 15) for their special sale on the North Coast 4-stall Shedrow Barn, which comes standard with six feet free standing overhang. All North Coast Barns come with standard features that include a Lifetime Guarantee on Steel Frame, a 10-year Warranty on Kick & Chew, 2X6 T&G siding, and painted steel roofing. The NCB price includes installation, concrete pier foundation, engineering plans, feed package and tax! Compare and save — North Coast Barns will NOT be undersold! There also are special discounts to anyone suffering a loss due to wildfires. For more info, call (800) 525-BARN, and visit the website at northcoastbarns.com.

Bud Lyon Clinic, Schooling Show kick off WCRH 2025 offerings

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Mark your calendars for a full weekend of learning Feb. 15-16 about showing ranch horse and honing your skills in preparation for the 2025 season.

On Saturday, Bud Lyon will be teaching the West Coast Ranch Horse 2025 Season Kick Off Clinic at California Ranch Company in Temecula. Bud needs no introduction, as he is a multiple World Champion and a National Snaffle Bit Association Quarter Million Dollar Rider — among countless other achievements and accolades.

Holiday gift-giving starts with local stores and barns!

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Horse people find the best holiday gifts not on Amazon but at your local feed and tack stores — and even your training barn!

Fred DeBoer Friesian Estate Carriage Auction is Nov. 16

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The immaculate carriage collection of Fred De Boer Royal Friesians will be at auction Saturday, Nov. 16. A dispersal of coaches, carriages, harness, livery and stable equipment will take place in an online and live auction in Tulare managed by Martin Auctioneers, in conjunction with the Martella & Black Auction Company of Hanford. An estate preview is scheduled to begin at 8 a.m. on auction day, with auction start time at 11. Absentee and phone bids will be accepted.

Have you herd? San Pasqual Valley Ranch offers a ‘Cattle Club’

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Just five miles east of Interstate 15 in the beautiful San Pasqual Valley of northern San Diego County lies San Pasqual Valley Ranch. It’s a well-appointed boarding and training center that offers all the services and amenities you would find at other top facilities, but it has one thing that most others do NOT have: cattle. If you are interested in sorting, penning, roping or cutting, San Pasqual Valley Ranch is a must-see. Its reputation is golden for its boarding, lessons and training offerings, and the facilities are excellent — four lighted arenas including a 140′ x 260′ rodeo arena, a 120 x 220′ sand arena, a 70′ x 110′ sorting arena and a cutting arena. Lighted round pens are on the grounds, too, as are in-and-out barn stalls, 24′ x 24′ box stalls and turnouts. Be sure to ask about the San Pasqual Valley Ranch’s “Cattle Club,” with weekly access to roping steers for one low monthly charge! For more info, see the ad on page 18, call (760) 805-5381, or visit the ranch’s website at https://www.callspvr.com.